After bariatric surgery, Russellville firefighter and paramedic Todd Thompson not only lost weight, but he also dropped a diabetes diagnosis. The 43-year-old was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes six years ago. He took multiple insulin shots and additional medications orally each day, along with two medications for high blood pressure and a statin to try…
The University of Arkansas – Pulaski Tech Foundation is gearing up for its 11th year of fierce food competition. Diamond Chef Arkansas 2018 is set for 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 19 at the UA – Pulaski Tech Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management Institute. Individual tickets cost $150. Sponsorships start at $2,500. For more information…
In our Lunching in Little Rock blog series, Michael Kirkpatrick will explore and review the best restaurants in Little Rock and its surrounding area – all in time to get back to the office. This week, Michael ate lunch at McBride’s Café and Bakery. This past week was Spring Break, a fun time for my kids and a…
Get ready to welcome the sixth year of Jazz in the Park in the Little Rock River Market. Throughout April, Riverfront Park will become a more musical place. Celebrate spring by spending your Wednesday nights in downtown Little Rock. Each week, a different band will take the stage from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m at…
Alert the media! Phone the press! This long and tall lad is seeking a home! Sosa is his name and fetching tennis balls is his game. Sosa is a 1-year-old lab (with maybe some Great Dane mixed in). He’s tall and so sleek – he’s a very handsome boy. He’s also social; he loves to…
Party for a good cause at the Alzheimer’s Arkansas Champions Gala. The gala, which will honor Rick Fleetwood, Jennifer Batesel and Priscilla Pittman, is set for March 31 at the Little Rock Marriott, located at 3 Statehouse Plaza. A VIP event will take place from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. and a dinner and live auction…
Join the Central Arkansas Library System (CALS) for a weekend full of literary fun. The Arkansas Literary Festival is set for April 26-29 in Little Rock. Hear from your favorite authors and learn about up-and-coming writers. Don’t miss An Evening with Sebastian Junger, The Queen of Rockabilly and the annual Author! Author! party. An award-winning…
For more than two decades Youth Home, Inc. has put on one of the more distinctive fundraisers in Little Rock: Eggshibition. Now in it’s 27th year, Eggshibition features egg-inspired artwork from local artists sold at silent auction. In recent years Eggshibition has extended it’s artistic reach and now includes all kinds of art from nationally…
After less than two years, The Southern Blonde mobile salon is getting ready to park the camper, at least part time. “We are very close to our brick and mortar. It’s just right around the bend. I can’t wait,” said owner/founder Cheyenne Matthews, 30. The Southern Blonde, which Matthews currently operates out of a restored…
Selling your home in the winter months can be extremely daunting, especially if the home is vacant. The weather is cold outside and people would rather relax in the comfort of their own home and start researching the real estate market once the sun begins to shine and the temperatures rise. Don’t be discouraged if…
