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AMP’D UP: Finding Solid Footing After Everything Fell Apart 

May 31, 2026

Katy Grainger’s journey through sepsis, limb loss, survival, and rebuilding a life with purpose.  By Rick Bontkowski Katy Grainger remembers waking up alone on the floor of her Hawaii home unable to understand why her body was shutting down. The room was dark. Her body ached. She struggled to piece together where she was and how she got there. Just hours earlier, she believed she was dealing with a small infection

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About the Cover… Dryden Pottery Joins the “Millionaires Club”: Celebrating 80 Years and a Four-Generation Legacy 

May 7, 2026

Mayan Dryden and Zack Dryden. Potters cross their arms because idle hands make… more pottery. And they’re already out of shelf space.  Mayan, Jennifer, & Zack.  The guy behind the scenes. Photographer…Jeremy Rodgers  Dryden Pottery, a cornerstone of American ceramic arts and a local “hidden gem,” is proud to announce its 80th anniversary this April 2026.  Nestled in the quiet community of Whittington Valley—just off the beaten path from the bustling Bathhouse Row—Dryden Pottery has reached an

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MAY 2026 

May 7, 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 

May 7, 2026

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 

May 7, 2026

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 

May 7, 2026

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 

May 7, 2026

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 

May 7, 2026

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  

May 7, 2026

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  

May 7, 2026

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 

May 7, 2026

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  

May 7, 2026

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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“Brady Roseberry”  Featured at the Big Steam & Roots Music Festival Photography by Jay Hiatt  FIRST – Check out the Gallery Walk $250 Gift Card Giveaway on Pg. 4!  Hello, Hot Springs! As we lean into the autumn equinox, we’re celebrating with a burst of blues, hometown pride, and one seriously striking cover.  This month features

The Carework Project: Reckoning with Love, Labor, and the Living World  

By Jennifer Case  By Erin Wood  The Carework Project: Reckoning with Love, Labor, and the Living World is the third book by Conway resident and University of Central Arkansas creative writing professor Jennifer Case, released last month from Trinity University Press.   Combining elements of memoir, collage, interview, research, and cultural reflection, The Carework Project probes what care

Yoga: Benefits of Tree Pose 

Can you find this mural in downtown Hot Springs? Text a selfie in front of it to receive a free drop-in at The Yoga Place for any class in September. 501-651-0545. Photo by Missy Conry.  By Missy Conry & Melissa Stevens In yoga, balance is about more than simply standing on one

Fall Fashions Include Back-To-School Choices

The transition into autumn signals the busy back-to-school shopping season. As autumn approaches, style is taking a richer turn, and The Velvet Attic Boutique is bringing the season’s changing look to downtown Hot Springs. Their curated autumn lineup mixes seasonal colors, balances rich textures and versatile layers, and features transition-ready