By Courtney Lanning If anyone thought Amazon and eBooks were going to lead to the death of libraries, some librarians in Arkansas didn’t get the message. In fact, in the digital era, one could make the argument that libraries are not only still relevant, but increasingly so. Recent evidence points to millennials as…
by Courtney Lanning A strong economy in the Natural State means good times for the construction industry, and it’s not a bad time for the real estate market, either. AY About You spoke with different Realtors who have all confirmed the state of real estate in Arkansas’ three metro regions (Northwest, Northeast, and central…
by Curtis Lanning If someone breaks an arm or gets a nasty cut on his or her leg, it’s off to the doctor so the problem can be fixed. But when it comes to mental health, people are unfortunately more likely to respond slower, if at all. While some mental health problems affect individuals, others…
by Curtis Lanning | Photography by Meredith Mashburn Bentonville is a growing city with incredible amenities, like Crystal Bridges, and a number of new bike trails to connect them. But what’s really sizzling is the hip little market growing on 8th Street. The 8th Street Market opened last summer with offerings like Yeyos Mexican Grill,…
By Curtis Lanning | Photography By Meredith Mashburn Ask anyone where most of Arkansas’ growth is taking place, and they’re likely to name one corner in particular: Northwest Arkansas. The region’s economy is booming, and so is its population. Anyone planning on moving to the area needs a place to live, but with so many…
by Curtis Lanning Being the birthplace of both former President Bill Clinton and former Gov. Mike Huckabee certainly gives the town of Hope something to be known for, but there’s much more to this friendly little community of nearly 10,000. Mayor Steve Montgomery said the town boasts plenty of great outdoor activities. “It’s almost like…
Batesville is more than just the oldest incorporated city in Arkansas and gateway to the Ozarks. The city, which sits along the White River with a population of more than 10,700 is among the safest communities in Arkansas, according to Mayor Rick Elumbaugh. He said Batesville is among the top five safest cities in Arkansas.…
by Curtis Lanning Bentonville, home of Walmart, has been growing steadily for years, from just over 12,000 in 1990 to nearly 50,000 as of 2016. And with a rapid influx of new people and cultures comes a desire for amenities like the arts and good food. Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art falls into the…
by Curtis Lanning Arkansas and Texas have a number of rivalries in football, cheese dip, etc. But there’s one thing they share: Texarkana. Though technically two cities, the shared area sits right on the Arkansas and Texas border in the far southwest corner of The Natural State. For Texarkana, two cities doesn’t mean anything is…
The River Town Full of History, Blues and Catfish by Curtis Lanning Sitting along the banks of the Mississippi River, travelers will find Helena-West Helena, a town with rich history, soulful blues music and all the catfish one can eat. Shane Williams, executive director of Main Street Helena, encourages those seeking a fresh start to…
