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MAY 2026 

Embrace Change  By Chana Prince Greetings Fellow Travelers,   May 2026 is a pivotal bridge between grounded Taurus energy and fast-moving Gemini activation. The Taurus New Moon (May 16–17) sets a powerful tone for planting seeds around stability, finances, and long-term values. At the same time, Mars conjunct Chiron ignites deep healing around identity and courage, followed by a shift into steady, intentional action as Mars enters Taurus.  Mid-month brings a surge

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New Chapter for The Yoga Place 

Can you tell where Missy and Melissa are in this picture? Snap a selfie in front of the same mural and text it to 501-651-0545.First person to do so will receive a free class!  By Melissa Stevens & Missy Conry, As The Yoga Place steps into its next chapter, we reflect with deep gratitude on the foundation that has been built for us. Our space has never been just about location; it’s been about connection, belonging, and

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Good Beauty: Where Aesthetics Meets Wellness 

Samantha Bollan, APRN, brings nearly a decade of experience to her practice and is passionate about serving others.  Good Beauty Aesthetics + Wellness is a premier medical aesthetics practice, led by Samantha Bollan, APRN. Good Beauty focuses on delivering natural, restorative results through advanced aesthetic and wellness approaches.  Samantha Bollan brings nearly a decade of clinical experience to the practice. Her transition from primary care to specialized aesthetics allows for a safer, more comprehensive experience. Committed

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Nurturing Our Growth 

By Peggy Lindsey Each morning, we are given the gift of life . . . another 24 hours, a clean slate, and an opportunity for a new beginning. Every moment given to us is a chance to learn, grow, discover, and become the next best version of ourselves. Yet it is always a choice.  Growth begins in the space within. Just as the gardener sows seeds deep into the soil, so

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A Mother’s Vision Becomes The Jade Earth Project 

Amber Glaze and her son, Jade, her inspiration for The Jade Earth Project.  After two years of quiet growth and reflection, local entrepreneur and Garland County Master Gardener, Amber Glaze, is preparing to introduce The Jade Earth Project, a purpose-driven initiative rooted in sustainability, community connection, and creating a better future for the next generation.  The Jade Earth Project was born from a deeply personal place…rooted in motherhood, environmental awareness, and

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Spring is in Full Bloom at the Garland County Library 

By Annie Gerber Preparations for the huge, annual Summer Reading Program are well underway, but that hasn’t slowed down the Librarians at the Garland County Library. They’ve planned another month full of unmissable events. Find out about it all at www.gclibrary.com.  Magical Creatures Night | Fri | May 1 – 6:30 PM: Calling all dragons, wizards, fairies, mermaids, gnomes, and other magical folk of all ages! Join us after hours for an evening of magical crafts, games,

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May is National Strawberry Month  

Strawberries, like other berries, are rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber, and compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.   By Alison Crane Did you know that according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, each person consumes five pounds of strawberries annually?   Given that much consumption, it’s good that strawberries are grown in every state in the U.S. and every province in Canada. In Arkansas, strawberry season is from late April through the month of

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TAROT: Preparing for a Tarot Reading  

Tarot readers usually develop their own rituals to prepare for a reading.  —photo by Steve Bonner.  By Michelle Crandell, Whether reading Tarot for yourself or another person, it is important to be physically relaxed and mentally focused when you do. Prepare to give a reading by eliminating mental, emotional, and physical distractions first. “Grounded,” “centered,” and “mindful” are terms used to define the state evoked when reading Tarot. This state is also called a

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Peter Pan Ballet Touts Stunning Artisan-Crafted Bird Puppets Sure to Delight All Ages 

A cast of elite, pre-professional dancers has been working tirelessly to master a unique “tandem flight” technique for the “Peter Pan” ballet.   Get ready to believe in magic this May! The Hot Springs Children’s Dance Theatre Co. is soaring to breathtaking new heights with their upcoming production of Peter Pan, featuring a groundbreaking, never-before-seen flight sequence that will leave audiences spellbound.  For the first time in the company’s history, this spring production introduces

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AMP’D UP: A Season to Start Again  

This spring, Angelina Martinson reminds us that the joy isn’t in being perfect, it’s in being willing to try.  By Rick Bontkowski, Spring doesn’t arrive quietly. It pushes its way in, warming the air, stretching the days, and nudging all of us back outside. There’s something about this time of year that invites movement. Walks get longer, trails call louder, and for many of us, it feels like a fresh start.  But for amputees, “getting back out there” can

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A Higher ACT Score Can Change Everything: Here’s How Students Can Get There 

Christi Nation  By Christi NationEvery year, I watch it happen.   Two students. Similar grades. Similar backgrounds. Very different outcomes. One earns a strong ACT score—and suddenly, doors open. Merit scholarships. More college options. Confidence in their future.  The other misses that score by just a few points—and is left piecing together loans, limited offers, and “what ifs.”  That’s the reality of the ACT. A few points can mean thousands of dollars—and a completely

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About the Cover . . .  

“Mystical Mayhem”   Photo of Emilie Boyett by Photographer Pam Clark Courtesy of Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance, taken at Arts & The Park 2025  A huge thankyou to Pam Clark for spotting and capturing that fantastic photo of Emilie Boyett in full Mystical Mayhem glory.  It’s vibrant, imaginative, and perfectly reflects the spirit of Arts & The Park and its celebration of creativity. Emilie looks like she’s having the time of her life, spreading joy

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Thriving Under Pressure:  Arkansas Diamonds Manager Lauren Hatten Discusses the Team’s Success and Goals  By Lana Pierce Fans (and future fans) of the Arkansas Diamonds: Tune in! Arkansas’s best indoor arena football team, established in Hot Springs as the “Wiseguys” before expanding this year, the Arkansas Diamonds are bringing back the hard-hitting entertainment. The sport’s

Yoga: Benefits of Mermaid Pose 

Can you tell where this mural is located? The First person to snap a selfie in front of the same mural and text it to 501-651-0545 will receive a free drop-in class! Photo by Missy Conry & Melissa Stevens  By Missy Conry & Melissa Stevens Yoga offers countless opportunities to build strength, improve flexibility, and create

Happy 150th Birthday, Hot Springs!  

Each person attending the birthday gala will receive this special commemorative coin.  Hot Springs’ 150th birthday gala will be held August 11 in Horner Hall at the Hot Springs Convention Center. Funds generated by the celebration will be given to the Garland County Historical Society.  “Although our city’s history goes back hundreds of years

Melissa Carper Will Open Inaugural Birding Festival of the South 

Singer Melissa Carper. — Courtesy Visit Hot Springs  Melissa Carper, the nationally acclaimed country singer with deep ties to Arkansas and a profound commitment to nature, will open the inaugural Birding Festival of the South Presented by Oaklawn Hot Springs, with a concert October 8 on Bridge Street in downtown Hot