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January is Slow Cooking Month 

There are more than six hundred thousand Google searches involving the words, “slow cooker,” every month. You’re sure to find a great recipe to put your crock pot to work.  By Alison Crane Chances are there is a slow cooker in your house. Many might wonder, “what is so great about a slow cooker?” Let’s celebrate Slow Cooking Month with some Slow Cooking Trivia. Did you know?  Research by USDA FSIS

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Donations to Jackson House Go Far Toward Fulfilling Needs and Wishes

Janie Smith and Tammy Jones are preparing for the holidays the Jackson House way – fulfilling the needs and wishes of so many in our community. By Lana PierceJackson House, for many of us, is synonymous with the unhoused population in Hot Springs. And though it does render services to that small group (it comprises less than 1% of the total local population), Jackson House reaches deep into the community.

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Choose Fun and Healthy Holiday Menus 

There are many healthy and delicious food options for holiday meals.  With the holidays upon us, many are excited about festivities filled with food, family, and fun. While preparing, I am reminded of the dietary needs of my family and patients living with high blood pressure (hypertension) and high blood sugar (diabetes).  Hypertension and diabetes are very common and are “silent killers”. The American Heart Association estimates 1 in 3

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Science Museum to Host 23rd Annual Taste of the Holidays 

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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Tom Daniel Holiday Chili Cook Off 

The Downtown Association of Hot Springs will kick off the holiday season with the Tom Daniel Annual Chili Cook Off in Downtown Hot Springs.   Local businesses will compete to see who can cook up the best chili in town. Each year the event serves as the catalyst to flip the switch to turn on the downtown Christmas lights.   The Cook Off takes place on Monday, November 25, starting at 4:30

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Holiday Eating with Diabetes 

When dining out, ask for sauces and dressings to be served on the side to control your portions.  By Alison CraneIs holiday food a stressor for you or someone you know? It can be if you or a family member are managing Type 2 Diabetes. Food affects how we feel and overindulgence or eating high-fat or sugary foods can cause blood sugar and blood pressure issues.   To have a happy

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Master Gardeners: Elderberry  

Elderberries MUST BE COOKED before consuming.  By Ramona Slick Our local native Elder (Sambucus canadensis) is considered a subspecies of the European Black Elder (Sambucus nigra) now classified in the family Adoxaceae which includes several subspecies of Sambucus along with viburnums.  Elders are multi-stemmed woody shrubs growing 8-12 ft. tall and wide. Stems have large piths that become hollow as they mature. Stems live about 5 years., but new shoots arise from

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Coffee and a Smile 

Fine coffee and fun selfies are the order of the day at Go Foto Yourselfie and Espresso Yourselfie, two new businesses in historic downtown Hot Springs.  By Lana Pierce“Don’t just survive – thrive!”  It defines the vibe permeating the second floor of Spencer’s Corner. That’s where you’ll find simpatico businesses Go Foto Yourselfie and Espresso Yourselfie. The latter, downtown’s most recent coffee lounge, has emerged as an “it” place during

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Spa City Food Truck Festival June 14-15 

Calling all foodies! Get ready to tantalize your taste buds at the Spa City Food Truck Festival coming to Bridge St. LIVE! Entertainment District, Bridge Street, in Hot Springs, Friday – Saturday, June 14-15. This sizzling event will bring together a diverse array of the state’s finest food trucks, offering a delectable selection of culinary delights to satisfy every craving. Enjoy the car show on Saturday, play around in the

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Find a Reason to Celebrate, Even If It’s Onions 

Onions are actually in the top five most-eaten vegetables. The average American consumes about 21 pounds every year.  By Alison CraneDo you need a reason to celebrate? Here it is… June 22, 2024, is National Onion Ring Day! Who doesn’t love a batter-dipped and deep-fried food item that comes in a fun shape? Onion rings are popular in Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, and even some areas in Asia.

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Arts & The Park: Celebrate Imagination Offers Ten Days of Creative Events 

Arts & The Park: Celebrate Imagination, the Hot Spring’s Area Cultural Alliance’s unique and vibrant 10-day arts festival, will begin on Friday, April 26, and run through Sunday, May 5, 2024. The festival, held at various locations around Hot Springs, offers a blend of in-person and virtual activities. The 2024 Celebrate Imagination theme aims to showcase the universal experience of creativity and the profound role of imagination in enriching the

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Save the Date for the Arkansas Lavender Festival 

Look for a great selection of lavender products from Lake Banoe Botanicals.  More Fun, Flowers, and now Art Themed, the Arkansas Lavender Festival (ALF) will take place Friday – Sunday, June 14 – 16, at its home location at Lake Banoe Lavender Farm, located 20 minutes west of Hot Springs, on Highway 70 just past Bonnerdale.   This year’s new connection to the Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance includes 10 booths

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“Moku Playland”   Photo of Kate Zunick Courtesy of Hot Springs Sister City  Kate Zunick relaxes in one of the most beloved features of the Moku Playland exhibit — a giant wooden “hot springs” tub filled with hundreds of smooth wooden balls inspired by the bubbling thermal waters of Hot Springs.  Hidden somewhere among the

A One-of-a-Kind Wooden Play Experience Arrives in Downtown Hot Springs 

Moku Playland Pop-Up Opens June 1 with Interactive, Screen-Free Fun for Families  Families and visitors to downtown Hot Springs will have the opportunity to experience a unique style of hands-on play this summer as Moku Playland opens June 1 for a special month-long pop-up at 831 Central Avenue.  Open Thursday-Tuesday

World Championship Bathtub Races Set for June 6 

The Hot Springs Fire Department entry nears the finish line in the 2025 Running of the Tubs. — Courtesy Visit Hot Springs  The lineup is complete for the 2026 Stueart Pennington World Championship Running of the Tubs bathtub races through historic downtown Hot Springs. The race starts at 9 a.m. on Saturday,

Yoga: Two Months at The Yoga Place 

Where are we?” Missy Conry and Melissa Stevens  By Missy Conry & Melissa StevensCan you spot where we took this picture? Take a selfie in front of the same mural and text to 501-651-0545 for a free drop-in class! You can also text us for hints if you need a clue.  As we reflect