Arkansas' Best Lawyers®

In honor of the more than 1,800 law professionals who will attend the Arkansas Bar Association (ABA) Annual Meeting in the Spa City, we feature the ABA annual awards as well as a letter from Tom D. Womack, president, and the Arkansas Best Lawyers of America® listing.

Meals on Wheels

The food truck movement has come to the Capital City in a big way. The City of Little Rock is sponsoring Food Truck Fridays, at the corners of Main Street and Capitol Avenue, through the end of this month, and the University Market at 4Corners, at the corner of University and Asher Avenues, is steadily growing in popularity — each reflecting a national trend. AY checked out a few of these moving bistros and found some fab fare.

By Angela E. Thomas

Discover Conway

Conway is one of the state’s fastest growing and progressive cities. Join us as we tour colleges and businesses, and speak with some its residents in this special Excursion section.

Easter Seals Enriches

For nearly 70 years, Easter Seals Arkansas has quietly worked, assisting Arkansans with disabilities as well as their families. While many are aware the organization serves children, the services they offer adults are less known.

By Angela E. Thomas

New Name, Same Mission

For five years, a group of dedicated volunteers — including AY staff members — have worked to raise much needed funds to help men and women in Arkansas bring big change to the lives of little ones.

By Angela E. Thomas

AY's Best - 2012

Once again, AY’s readers weigh in on the best in goods, services, entertainment, restaurants and more. Check the listing to find out if your “fav” made the cut.

Artist-Turned-Author Follows Her Muse

Little Rock artist Jane Hankins has just finished her latest creative project — not a painting or sculpture, for which she is best known, but her first full-length book being released next month.

By Tracy Courage

Youth Orchestra Strikes Note, Changes Lives

For more than three decades, the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra’s Youth Orchestra has brought together some of the state’s most talented musicians, introducing them to the classical orchestral repertoires, fostering their musical education, and often opening doors to professional music careers.

By Tracy Courage

Baptist Programs Get Help From Bolo Bash

Baptist Health’s Bolo Bash Luncheon quickly sold out this year when it was announced Kathryn Stockett, author of The Help, the book on which the blockbuster movie was based, is the special guest. The proceeds from this year’s Bolo Bash will benefit two Baptist Health programs, Telehealth and eICU.

By Angela E. Thomas

AY's 2012 Guide 2 Green

Find new information on environmentally-friendly practices; tips from the experts; and meet some of the state's trailblazers in the green movement.