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From Turkey to Tinderbox: Keep Your Kitchen Safe This November

November 3, 2025

By Lana Pierce As a 20-year career firefighter, I could build a calendar around the fire types we run. January and February, chimneys and vehicles; May through July, fireworks and barbeques; September and October, leaves and heaters. But November and December bring the big ones: ovens, candles, and extension cords. Let’s talk turkey: Baked in the oven or fried outside, the method of cooking is not as important as the attention

Plan an Elegant Group Holiday Tea at Grand Lagniappe

November 3, 2025

The holidays are about to get a little more delicious! The Grand Lagniappe Shoppe invites you to step into the season with its Fabulous Holiday Tea, held November Friday 28, and Saturday 29, at the charming Grandelicious Tea Room, located at 811 West Grand Avenue in Hot Springs. For just $30 per person, guests will enjoy an afternoon steeped in holiday magic — complete with a beautiful assortment of teas,

Gobble, Sip, Repeat: Museum’s Taste of the Holidays Turns 24

November 3, 2025

This year marks the 24th year for Taste of the Holidays. Enjoy festive bites and sips from some of Hot Springs’ best restaurants, breweries, and caterers. Mid-America Science Museum will host its 24th Annual Taste of the Holidays on Thursday, November 20, from 6 – 9 PM. The event is presented by Ellis & Moore, CPAs, with additional support from Oaklawn Hot Springs and AAR Corp. Taste of the Holidays

About the Cover . . .

July 26, 2025

“Jackson in the Garden” by Susan Baker Chambers We were just minding our own business when we heard some unmistakable growly-howly-whining. Turns out Jackson—lounging in Susan’s garden—was feeling a little snubbed after Irma McLeod’s Black Flower landed the July cover. Equal time was in order. So, August is officially dedicated to the canine world, with none other than Jackson as our cover dawg. From the looks of his pose, Jackson

Allergen of the Month: Ragweed

July 26, 2025

August is the peak month for ragweed pollen exposure, triggering sneezing, nasal congestion, and asthma in allergic individuals. By Dr. Ruchit Rana Ragweed pollen is the major allergen for August in much of the United States and remains high through late September. Ragweed’s scientific name, Ambrosia, comes from the Greek word for “food or drink of immortality”, coined because of its resilience and abundance, whilst being able to sustain wildlife around it.

When Life Gives You Lemons…Follow Emma

July 25, 2025

Emma Carrigan, Lemonade entrepreneur. By Lana Pierce As ‘80s kids (pre-Interwebs, little supervision), our attempt at Lemonade Stand capitalism was rudimentary: we hoped somebody had a marker, some posterboard, and enough sugar to make yellow Kool-Aid. Fast-forward to 2025, where the entrepreneurial efforts of pre-teens exceed expectations. Eight-year-old Emma Carrigan already has a savvy navigation of social media and a real penchant for Southern Lemonade, and it’s garnered plenty of attention.

What’s all the buzz about?

July 2, 2025

Our 6 1/2-year-old entrepreneur, Ellie, is quite adept at extracting honey from her grandfather’s bee hives. By Lana Pierce I’ve interviewed many children over the decades, but none quite like Ellie. Her story is, of course, her story. But her theme belongs to the child in all of us: having one thing we like to do that, maybe, not everybody will understand. It was in one small question—and her exquisitely honest

Master Gardeners: Hardneck Garlic

July 2, 2025

Garlic – is it an herb, a spice, a root vegetable, or even a flower? Grow it and you’ll get to decide! By Lynn Janaskie One of my favorite plants to grow is hardneck garlic. Garlic has been called an herb, a spice, and a root vegetable. The herb part of it is the leaves, while the spices come from the roots, bark, and seeds. But garlic also has characteristics of being

The Most Delicious Month of the Year

July 2, 2025

Try blueberries in yogurt, fruit salad, or any salad; on waffles, pancakes, and cereal; in muffins, cookies, cakes, and pies; in smoothies or beverages; or just rinse and enjoy munching. By Alison Crane July is here, and along with the celebration of Independence Day, we observe National Blueberry Month. Blueberries are tasty, healthy, and incredibly versatile. You can enjoy them at any time of day, from an early breakfast to a

Big Steam Music & Food Truck Fests Combine for Beats and Beans

July 2, 2025

Hot Springs’ Big Steam Blues and Roots Music Festival and the Hot Springs Food Truck Festival have joined forces to deliver a weekend of great music and great food, September 26 – 27. “The collaboration is all about bringing people together over great music and even better food,” the organizers said in announcing the joint event. “It will be The Ultimate Blues and Bites Weekend.” The music festival headliners will

About the Cover . . . “Santa at the Gardens”

December 2, 2024

by Pam ClarkA big thank you to photographer extraordinaire Pam Clark for the delightful Santa photo! He’s waiting to meet you out at Garvan Woodland Gardens in Hot Springs. Wishing you a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, a joyful Kwanzaa, and a blessed holiday season! (Did we cover all of them?) It’s been such a pleasure working with you all this year, and we’re truly grateful for your support and collaboration.

Science Museum to Host 23rd Annual Taste of the Holidays

November 4, 2024

Taste of the Holidays – one of the best opportunities to experience a tasty variety of culinary delights while supporting a worthy cause. Mid-America Science Museum will hold its 23rd annual Taste of the Holidays event on Thursday, November 21, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. All proceeds go toward supporting the museum’s educational programs and exhibits. The event is sponsored by ATA CPAs + Advisors, PLLC, with additional support

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