Old Mill Bread & Flour Company is on the move. Fans can now find the restaurant’s soups, salads, sandwiches, and bread at the Ottenheimer hall in the River Market. The flagship location in West Little Rock has been a fixture for nearly 30 years, and has gained a loyal following. Once Andrew Graham bought the…
(Top Image: Steve Pacek as Peter in The Rep’s production of “Peter and the Starcatcher.” Photo by Stephen B. Thornton.) Ever wonder about the inner workings of show business? Adults and young artists alike will have a chance to get an inside look at The Arkansas Repertory Theatre’s way of doing things in July, thanks…
“Women supporting women – that’s what SWAG is about,” says BJ Arnold, from the gallery on 606 North Olive Street. The space, a stone’s throw from Argenta’s bustling Main Street, recently opened mid-June. SWAG, or Southern Women Artisans Guild, was born out of an idea to provide both a gallery and collaborative studio for female…
18-year-old Danick Adams was murdered in 2008 in Jacksonville, Arkansas. This murder remains unsolved. By Rhonda Owen | Originally appeared as a two part story in AY‘s 2013 July and August issues Photographs courtesy of Amy Stivers PART ONE “Do good anyway.” Amy Stivers can’t forget the words she read after her 18-year-old daughter…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, childhood obesity has more than doubled in children and quadrupled in adolescents in the past 30 years. In Arkansas, more than one third of children and adolescents are overweight or obese, according to the Arkansas Center for Health Improvement. ACHI goes on to report that Arkansas…
Donnie Ferneau, executive chef of The 1836 Club, will embark on a 300-mile bike ride in California, all for the sake of the kids. His ultimate goal – to raise $7,500 for No Kid Hungry, a national nonprofit focused on ending childhood hunger in America. The organization works to connect kids in need with a…
If you haven’t yet heard, Rock Town Distillery is celebrating six years this weekend. That means, of course, there will be a 6th anniversary Bourbon, and two exclusive sit down tastings on Saturday, June 25th at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m with distillery owner Phil Brandon at the helm. To get you in the spirit,…
“You can’t really address the issues in the homeless community without addressing women’s health, because it’s such an important part of it,” says Katy Simmons. Rachel Achor sits nearby, nodding in agreement. She continues, “Your period is not a social issue, and it’s crazy that it’s treated that way.” The two, now close friends, originally…
[dropcap]S[/dropcap]ometimes it can be hard to shop for dad, and with Father’s Day quickly approaching, you may find yourself fresh out of gift ideas. Whether you’re trying to find him a unique item, or need something specific to complement his hobbies, we’ve got the perfect shopping guide. When you support local and surprise dad –…
If you want to unleash your inner child, you’ll need to get out to Little Rock’s newest attraction – Dave & Buster’s. Located adjacent to the Outlets of Little Rock on 10900 Bass Pro Parkway, General Manager Chuck Beyer sees the new restaurant as becoming a part of an economic tool for the city. He…
