Murder Mystery: Mary Jimmie “Bobo” Shinn The mother of Mary Jimmie “Bobo” Shinn was the first to begin the search for her baby girl. Mary Jimmie Shinn – or “Bobo,” as she was affectionately known hadn’t come home for dinner; she hadn’t even called. Being in her early 20s, Bobo was certainly not a child…
Kristy Leigh Yates had just nudged past her 15th birthday. It would be her last. Yates had a pattern of skipping school and sneaking out. On the morning of April 24, 1997 — a Thursday, a school day — she headed out and into trouble. Her father, Gordon Yates, had called to make…
Quaff the Elixir with Hot Springs Bicycle Touring Co. No, Seymour can’t not come along on the bike ride. This big boy of a Siberian Husky is tasked with minding the shop. But you can come, and you will most definitely want to. The ‘Hot Springs Tour’ at Hot Springs Bicycle Touring Co.…
There’s a little boutique in Hot Springs that has a story to tell you. It will speak to you of that which is rare and unique, of artisans in a distant land whose work is born of love and legacy. Fame and riches, they will never know — but that is of no matter to…
Time for the toppers! The Arkansas Derby, hosted by Hot Springs’ Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort, takes place the weekend of March 31. Dress up, dress down — but know that the word derby is synonymous with hats. No worries, the Hot Springs Hat Company, the state’s largest hat store, has hats that rival the thoroughbreds…
Despite the Difficulties, the Pandemic Produced a Tableful of New Restaurants in Arkansas It came upon us like a storm of biblical proportions, ripping quickly through our blue skies, immobilizing us in fear. COVID-19 has proved itself capable of mocking borders, doctors, scientists, pharmaceuticals, masks and mandates. Two years later, it remains an enigma…
Legends Never Die: Legendary Eateries Bucket List Politicians, athletes, entertainers and entrepreneurs — Arkansas has been home to an impressive number of these folks, many of whom are bona fide legends. There are other legends among us. In our food scene, there are those places that are as familiar and beloved as a grandmama’s…
Oh, this is definitely clickbait. Camera clicks, that is. The source is surprising though – Hot Springs’ Mid-America Science Museum. Now you know you can’t possibly resist this bait. For those who like to keep the camera clicking, there’s a new exhibit you’re going to want to see: “Point of View: Express Your Selfie.” …
Cupid & Ambrosia: Romantic Dinner Bucket List There it was again — a mysterious blip on the radar. Alternately hovering, then darting, this unidentified object had clearly targeted our airspace. Fighter jets were swiftly scrambled to ensure public safety. According to unnamed sources, the object was quickly identified and sent off with an enthusiastic…
Nature’s Playgrounds: Make Arkansas State Parks Part of Your New Year’s Resolutions Excuse me — your inner child would like to have a word with you. Yes, it knows being an adult is hard work, but your subsequent fast-food binges, constant couching and 24/7 electronics are a downward slide — mentally, physically and emotionally.…
