By Kevin Shalin Photography by Jamison Mosley From fruits and vegetables to honeys and jams, these small markets around the Little Rock area offer a big variety of local goods. The fresh air just happens to be a bonus. Me & McGee Market It is hard to imagine a more tranquil outdoor shopping experience than…
Every month, AY About You outlines the night sky in these easily digestible guides. And stargazing in July is another one for the books. This month features local astrophotography from Arkansan Tony Milligan. You can find more of his spectacular photos on his website, Captured in Time. Moon Phases Full Moon: July…
It’s that time of the year to have some family fun with fireworks and celebrations for the Fourth of July! Even though the celebrations across Arkansas for the Fourth of July might look a little different this year with social distancing measures in place, they will be sure to light up the sky with…
As the world around us begins to open back up, now is the best time explore Bentonville, and take full advantage of the natural beauty of the Ozarks. Lovers of the outdoors will find miles of biking and hiking adventures, art enthusiasts will experience world class institutions throughout the city and foodies will never go…
By Matthew Milton The Bull Shoals Tailwater The Bull Shoals Dam was constructed on the White River in 1952 for flood control and hydroelectric power generation. When the new cold-water habitat proved unsuitable for native fish species, rainbow and brown trout were introduced. The results were exceptional, and waters have been stocked regularly since…
By Joe David Rice, Photos by Casey Crocker Mena itself got its name from the nickname of the wife of one of the railroad’s Dutch financiers. I can easily think of half a dozen reasons that you might want to visit Mena: food, hiking, craft beer, shopping, scenery and history. But if you’re looking…
Summer is here, and it’s time to crank up the fun. We are fortunate that our Natural State offers so many wonderful opportunities for us during this season. Check out wild animals at the Little Rock Zoo or Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge in Eureka Springs, or float down the exciting waters of southwest Arkansas…
By Heather Baker Well, we certainly got ourselves back in the swing of post-quarantine activities in the best way I could have imagined. Last month, the Baker clan loaded up the Jeep, turned the radio up (singing, “Bye, Corona” to the tune of My Sharona) and put coronavirus in the rearview mirror, at least for…
By Joe David Rice I can think of few better ways to spend a hot summer afternoon than splashing around in one of the state’s many swimming holes — especially if a rope swing’s available. Soaring out over the water and then plunging into the clear, cool depths is a memory that’ll last forever.…
Calling all North Little Rock-ians! The Argenta District is finding alternative methods to serve customers their favorite district cuisine. The North Little Rock City Council approved the Argenta Outdoor Dining District to open for business seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The district includes Main Street from 8th Street…
