Restaurants and breweries will now be allowed to sell wine and beer with any permit and deliver the products to patrons due the coronavirus crisis. Gov. Asa Hutchinson announced that restaurants and breweries will have to transition to takeout and delivery services. In order to make up revenue, he authorized these establishments to sell…
Goodness me, it’s been a week. Can I get an amen? Let me be honest when I say that I’m on social media quite a bit. As a former social media analyst, current blogger, magazine writer, teacher, mom and friend, it’s a wonderful way to stay connected to companies, research, news, insightful lesson plans and…
Amid the coronavirus pandemic, people are putting up their Christmas lights to spread some hope and cheer. The idea started on Twitter and hashtags like #LightsForLife, #CoronaKindness, and #CoronaChristmas are trending. In a challenging time with school and work closing, local restaurants and shops shutting down, and events being cancelled, social media users are sharing…
Turns out, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has a hook, line and sinker for social distancing — fishing. The Commission just announced that March 21-29 will be officially recognized as Free Fishing Week throughout the state, allowing anglers to fish without a license during this time. The decision comes amidst a climate of steep…
Special one-hour shopping events for senior citizens are being launched at retail giants Walmart and Target as businesses across the world continue to adjust to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. Beginning March 24 and running through April 28, Walmart will open an hour early each Tuesday for customers ages 60 and up. Target…
The Arkansas Community Foundation (ACF) has established a new fund designed to impact nonprofit organizations assisting vulnerable populations during the coronavirus pandemic. ACF officials have already identified several priorities for the fund, called the COVID-19 Relief Fund. These priorities include helping healthcare nonprofits that need additional safety equipment for their employees/volunteers; nonprofits providing emergency…
The Little Rock Zoo is coming to you with a Virtual Spring Break! The zoo announced on their Facebook page Wednesday that during the dates of March 19-29 at 2 pm they will be hosting a “Facebook Live Keeper Chats” with special added surprises to continue your fun! This announcement was made after the Little…
There are some foods that are just made for food trucks. When you think of these foods, it’s only natural that you’d want to head to a food truck and chow down. In the Food Truck Bucket List, sponsored by the Lab Food Truck by Kemuri, AY Publisher Heather Baker and KARK host DJ…
In the retail industry, service and expertise are king. For almost 40 years, Salute Wine and Spirits has been providing an unparalleled liquor store experience to the Little Rock community. Salute Wine and Spirits offers a wide range of fine wines, liquors, beers and other beverages at its store, located at 10700 W Markham…
We’re in the midst of a pandemic. COVID-19 has forced you to stay indoors, convinced you to panic-buy pallets of toilet paper and wash your hands once every twenty minutes. It’s a nightmare. Luckily, there is a silver lining to this grey, infectious cloud. The restaurant group Yellow Rocket Concepts has graciously provided…
