October is world bullying prevention month. In 2019, 20 percent of kids ages 12 to 17 reported being bullied at school. We see it all the time, both in-person and online. As technology and socialization progress and develop, there are more ways than ever to bully and be bullied. The more we talk…
There’s only “one direction” you’ll be headed this November — Harry Styles is coming to Simmons Bank Arena for the “Love on Tour.” The singer-songwriter from the United Kingdom is formerly of the group One Direction, one of the most successful boy bands of all time. In 2017, Styles released his first solo album,…
Finally, for those of us weirdos who want all the pleasure and none of the guilt, there is a bakery just for us: Blue Barn Bakery. It’s in Conway and now has a drop-off point in Little Rock (thank you, Heights Corner Market). Blue Barn Bakery has “keto-friendly, gluten-free, sugar-free, grain-free, dairy-free and…
On Monday morning, the Pulaski County Court Appointed Special Advocates hosted its annual Light of Hope Breakfast. This breakfast is hosted each year to raise awareness and financial support to help children that are navigating the foster care system. This year’s event took place on Oct. 12 at First Pentecostal Church in North…
The quest to try the best fried chicken in Arkansas continues. This week, Heather Baker and Hilary Hunt flew over to SoMa to check out South on Main’s take on the delicious dish. Don Dugan, owner of South on Main, had hefty portions of fried chicken whipped up for the ladies. But he…
We have no shortage of food news throughout Arkansas, so each week, we’ll be providing you with a snapshot of the goings-on inside the culinary world, from events to specials to restaurant openings to awards. Do you have news to share? Please email our food editor, Kevin Shalin, at kshalin@aymag.com. This Friday, Oct. 15, marks…
Allan Baltz loves lots of things: basketball, dancing, beans, ham and cornbread, embarrassing his sister, watching TV with his mom Lesli, and the Red Wolves. But one thing 12-year-old Allan is deeply invested in right now is growing out his mullet for charity. The sixth-grader from Jonesboro was adopted out of foster care…
The Natural State has a few hidden treasures scattered around the state that would surprise outsiders and many Arkansans. The Arkansas Fashion School (AFS), under the direction of teacher and fashion designer Jamileh Kamran, is one of these treasures. The only one of its kind, AFS is a school for aspiring fashion designers of all…
Tipton & Hurst announced Monday that they are joining CARTI in their fight against breast cancer. The florist will provide carnations for patients undergoing breast cancer treatment at local CARTI Cancer Centers. CARTI will distribute the flowers during operating hours on Tuesday, Oct. 12 at 3400 Springhill Drive in North Little Rock and on Wednesday,…
Recipe Monday: Mummy Hot Dogs Halloween is just a few weeks away. If you haven’t gotten all the pumpkins and gourds to decorate, then you’re really behind the eight ball. On the other hand, if you’re just waiting for all the things to eat, we ‘gotchu.’ Let’s start with these little yummy mummies that…
