Gilbert: A Town That Time Forgot There are exactly 500 cities in Arkansas larger than Gilbert. With its 24 residents (down from 28 in the 2010 census), this Searcy County town’s not likely to move up in the population rankings anytime in the near future. But that doesn’t faze Mayor Alvin “Chip” Johnson. Three…
The Fifth Season: Navigating the Return of Seasonal Depression As the temperature drops, songs become cheerier, the sun sets earlier, and the anticipation of the holidays begins to rise, seasonal affective disorder (SAD) — known commonly as seasonal depression — also begins for about 5 percent of adults, according to the Cleveland Clinic. …
Murder Mystery: The Assassination of John Middleton Clayton The light from the oil lamp through the window shone brightly against the dark of the moon outside. It illuminated the two men in the Plumerville house so well that the shooter waited patiently in the cold night air for the most opportune time to strike.…
Have you ever been to Surfas Culinary District in the heart of Hot Springs at 510 Ouachita Avenue? This place is a must-visit for food enthusiasts, like me, who love spending time in the Spa City. One step inside the store and you will be greeted by a fast-casual café operated by local favorite…
Arkansas Backstories: Yurts That’s right, yurts. You know, those portable, round, tent-like dwellings developed and used by nomads in Central Asia for better than 3,000 years now. The ancient Greek historian Herodotus left a written description of yurts half a millennium before Christ. When Marco Polo, the celebrated merchant and world traveler from Venice,…
AY’s Best Women in Health Care 2021 As a woman-led organization since day one, AY About You knows firsthand the importance and expertise of women in the workplace. That’s why we take every opportunity possible to highlight female accomplishment, and we are proud to have found another way to do so — AY’s Best…
Recipe Monday: Smashed Tater Skins This recipe is from one of our contributors to December’s AY About You. It’s the charcuterie queen, Michelle Hill of GOOD EATIN’ AR, but this time, she’s whipping up a side dish that has us wanting more. Smashed Tater Skins Recipe From Michelle Williamson Hill of GOOD EATIN’…
Christmas Charcuteries: A new holiday tradition that’s perfectly fun (and tasty) for all! SweetCuterie™ Board SweetCuterie™ is perfect for: The return of Elf on the Shelf, Christmas movie night, a fun sleepover surprise, a treat after putting up the Christmas tree or riding to see Christmas lights, and so much more! Designed by Michelle Hill, Good Eatin’…
Baked: Area bakeries are ready for the holiday rush with a variety of offerings to satiate any sweet tooth. The bakery life is often hectic, but things get especially crazy during the holiday season when friends and family are together. Hey, we love to eat, and fortunately, several area bakeries are prepared for the…
Face Behind the Place: Amy Counce of Nexus Coffee & Creative Amy Counce exudes a confident determination, that much I can tell while sitting across from the co-owner of Nexus Coffee & Creative one morning. She’s ready for my questions, excited to tell me about her journey and what the future holds. That journey…
