There are always great things to do in the Natural State, and AY About You has compiled some of the most exciting events in Arkansas this weekend. Listen to Heather Baker’s Weekend Plans every Friday morning on 103.7 the Buzz. Thursday, April 7 – Sunday, April 10 What: Oaklawn Race Days Where: Oaklawn…
Cinco de Mayo is going to get a little wild this year at the Little Rock Zoo. Join the young professionals of Generation Zoo for the first-ever Cinco de Rhino event on Thursday, May 5. Rhino conservation is an important topic at the Little Rock Zoo, especially with the recent birth of baby Kevin.…
Good Morning America was all about Arkansas on Wednesday, April 6. T.J. Holmes, an Arkansas native and UA alum, returned home to share some of the stories of the Natural State with the rest of the country. Among the specials that aired included a spotlight of the Brandon Burlsworth Foundation, and an overview of…
On Wednesday morning, Good Morning America‘s T.J. Holmes shared a few special segments on the state of Arkansas and its flagship university, his alma mater. One featured the story of Brandon Burlsworth and the foundation that now carries his name and legacy — the Brandon Burlsworth Foundation. Live from Razorback Stadium, GMA also brought…
With Doc Martens, scrunchies and boyfriend jeans considered as peak fashion in the name of all things vintage, 1997 doesn’t really seem that far away from where we are today. You may not remember most of the ’90s, you even may not have been alive yet — but thanks to a time capsule placed in…
The University of Arkansas’ Distinguished Lectures Committee has announced that Venus Williams — regarded as one of the great tennis players of all time with seven Grand Slam titles, five Wimbledon championships and four Olympic gold medals — will be coming to Fayetteville’s very own Bud Walton Arena on Tuesday, April 12 at 7 p.m. …
A Conway legend has been tabbed to work on the city’s most legendary annual attraction. Adam Hambrick, the singer-songwriter now based in Nashville, was just named the creative director for Toad Suck Daze. According to a news release, Hambrick’s role as creative director will include advising on a number of “cultural facets” of the…
Ashley McBryde, the country music singer-songwriter from Arkansas, just released the first episode of her new road series Made For This. The series offers a unique, inside look at what life is like on the road for her and her band — from the tour bus to backstage and all things in between. The…
Rain – A Tribute To The Beatles, is presenting songs from Abbey Road and Rooftop Concert on April 20 at the Robinson Center. Encouraging the audience to “Get Back to Where You Once Belonged,” the Associated Press has called this event the next best thing to seeing The Beatles. The tribute aims to take audience members…
The North Little Rock Municipal Airport has announced that the North Little Rock Airshow will return, after a six-year hiatus, on Oct. 22. “The Airshow is a point of pride for the airport and the city of North Little Rock,” says Clay Rogers, director of the NLR Municipal Airport. “We’re excited to bring it…
