by Kat Robinson | Photography by Jamison Mosley Arkansas, like much of the south, loves a mess of catfish. Native Americans caught, smoked and consumed the whisker-clad catch, and immigrants quickly adopted it into their menus, particularly those of Catholic descent who incorporated it as the main dish on Fridays when meat was not consumed. In…
by Julie Craig First impressions really count, so when it comes to building a new home, the exterior is of utmost importance. An extraordinary facade creates that wow factor where, in the home design world, we like to call it: curb appeal. An exterior with a magnificent aesthetic and quality build truly sets the stage…
We complain about the heat in the Natural State, but after looking through this month’s issue, I realize we live a charmed life. I love this issue, because we start with whetting your appetite for good catfish starting on page 30. We scoured the state for the best catfish for our Catfish Bucket List…
by Chris Price | Photography by Jamison Mosley Barbecue. The sights, the aromas, the flavors. There may not be a style of cooking more associated with the South than food slow cooked for hours by low heat, generally about 225 degrees, and flavored by hardwood smoke. Much like the settling of the region, barbecue moved…
Summer is here and families across Arkansas are eagerly looking for options for close-to-home getaways. The good news is the Natural State has dozens and dozens of wonderful options for fun. Get out, explore and make unforgettable memories. We suggest these top-tier destinations that are just a hop, skip and a jump away. Mountain View…
by Chris Price Thinking about retiring should bring thoughts of being able to kick back and relax, but the transition from working to retirement can be daunting. Here are five national and state organizations that can help make the transition into the golden years less cumbersome and more enjoyable. AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization…
by Kelly Sublett According to the Arkansas Department of Human Services, each year more than 23,000 Arkansans receive services in long-term care facilities licensed and inspected by the Office of Long Term Care (OLTC). The following are some types of facilities licensed by the state: Nursing Homes provide total care for their residents – meeting…
by Kelly Sublett Often times, retirement can mean more than gardening, traveling and redecorating an empty nest. Retirees can find themselves as caregivers, too, tending to aging parents and loved ones. According to Pew Research Center, in 2018 “older adults, including those ages 75 and older, are about as likely as those in younger groups…
by Chris Price After decades of working hard, people look forward to enjoying their golden years with carefree ease. But all too often as the time to retire comes closer, the dream of being able to kick back, relax and enjoy life moves out of reach. A 2018 report by Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company…
by Chris Price In case you needed to be reminded, staying active is good for you, even well into your golden years. In fact, the aches and pains that Mother Nature throws at us as we age are nothing compared to the severe health consequences that await those who live a sedentary lifestyle. True, you…
