It may be frigid outside, but inside at Dempsey Bakery, Paula Dempsey and her staff have mouth-watering goodies. From their daily lunch offerings, we had the chicken salad salad. (Yes, two salads in one!) You have to finish off your meal (soups are often offered) with a freshly baked gluten-free cookie. Dempsey Bakery was recently…
Do you have a youngster who’s a whiz in the kitchen? Who can whip up tasty treats and bake like no one’s business? Then help them develop their skills this summer at the Young Chefs Culinary Camps, hosted by the UA – Pulaski Tech Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management Institute. During these camps, students can…
Ever stepped off a plane from a long flight and needed something to lift your mood? ABLEPaws, a Little Rock-based Pet Partners Community Group, now has therapy dogs at the Clinton National Airport! This new program launched July 2018 and is called Bow Wow Buddies. “We can go all the way down to the gate,”…
It’s not every day that an Arkansas native directs a hit feature film. But that’s exactly what Daniel Campbell has done with Antiquities. This film, which happens to be Campbell’s feature film debut as a director, is getting a theatrical release, starting this weekend, followed by a video-on-demand release on Tuesday, January 29. AY talked…
The 14th Annual Eureka Gras Mardi Gras Extravaganza kicked off on January 12 with the Kings Day Kick-Off Gala to officially announce the Royal Court and Monarchs of the Krewe of Krazo at the Rowdy Beaver. To great applause, the Dukes and Duchesses of 2019 were anointed by King Krazo XIV and Queen Eureka XIV.…
Today the gates are opening, and the 2019 Arkansas racing season is off! Oaklawn Racing & Gaming is kicking off its annual season in Hot Springs, and while it might be a later start than usual, it’s a welcome return for Arkansans and visitors from across the world. The later season start, according to Oaklawn…
By Angela Forsyth | Photos courtesy of the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) has gradually increased its reach to new areas of the state while also expanding its mission to conserve and enhance wildlife. Education is a huge part of that mission. To that end, AGFC is introducing…
When you think of iconic Arkansas foods, it might be easy to overlook one of the most famous delicacies the Natural State has to offer. Sure, the obvious picks are fried catfish, thick barbecue sandwiches (of course, the type of rub and sauce is always up for debate) and Delta tamales. But you’d be leaving…
Stay “in the know” about all the great events going on around Arkansas. AY’s Publisher, Heather Baker, will tell you what the hot spots are this weekend. Thursday, Jan. 24 What: 25thanniversary screening of Pulp Fiction Where: CALS Ron Robinson Theater When: 7 p.m. It’s time to go to the movies again! CALS Ron Robinson…
Stay “in the know” about all the great events going on around Arkansas. AY’s Publisher, Heather Baker, will tell you what the hot spots are this weekend. Thursday, Jan. 17 What: The Big Shirley Masterfly Championship Where: Lost Forty Brewing When: 5:30-8:30 p.m. The competition is on this Thursday to find the Masterfly Champion! Bring…
