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s I lie here, piled up on the couch with Hallmark in the

with leather leggings or a dark denim. I usually decide

background, I anxiously await the most wonderful

on something with a little pizzazz because it IS a party,

time of the year! Yep, that’s right--Christmas is right

after all. Karlie has a great Silver Snakeskin Tunic that is

around the corner; no pressure, but I’ve already bought 3

pretty phenomenal with black leather leggings and

presents...2 of which were not for me!

booties.

Granted, I’m not always the best gift giver, I do like to

However, if you need to amp it up a bit, opt for a

think I’m a great Holiday season dresser! From Taste of

dress that you might in fact wear again; something rich

the Holidays to a very fabulous New Year’s Eve(ning), I

in color that you could wear again for Christmas that, of

like to think I keep it classy. Let me tell you about some of

course, matches everyone in your family (#familypic).

my favorite Holiday getups and why...it’ll kind of be like

Whether you choose a plaid or a solid, stripes or a floral,

ghosts of outfits past, but super wearable, affordable,

shades of reds, purples, and greys are all the perfect

and chic.

options! Dex has great styles that are super versatile

Scenario 1, event in Hot Springs: As many of you know, ‘tis the season for all the events! This includes, but is not limited to, Taste of the Holidays, Denim and Diamonds, and Deb Ball. I realize these are all very different events,

and all under $100--budgets are crucial this time of year with everyone saving for all the Christmas goodies!

Scenario 3, outdoorsy activities: Ok, I know what ya’ll are thinking: “Super generic scenario, Jess.” I simply

but no one wants to be a repeat offender (someone who

didn’t know how to put wandering around Garvan

wears the-same-outfit-to-everything) OR a copycat; sorry,

Woodland Gardens looking at Christmas lights/

not the season to show up looking like Mary Kate and

Christmas parade/outdoor family pics into a specific

Ashley Olsen. So let’s talk about what to wear and why!

category! Sorry not sorry. Honestly, all I want to wear

I’m always up for throwing on a LBD (little black dress,

when I do outdoor things this time of year (hahaha, the

just in case) and really just going to town on it: I say layer

thought of me doing anything outside is actually hilari-

on those diamond bracelets, throw on that fur, and top it

ous), so I suppose if I WAS to do anything outdoorsy,

all off with a pair of heels! However, if the event is less for-

it’d be chunky sweaters and button ups. I cannot get

mal, say, after work on a Thursday, pair your LBD with a

enough of the two.

bootie--love a camel color with black, great contrast--or

Admittedly, sweaters are my jam and the brands I’m

an over the knee boot, still in style, don’t worry, and per-

l-o-v-i-n right now are On the Road, Press, Dex, and

haps a military jacket or a blazer. It’s a look that’s put

Another Love. Z Supply is also in there, but I’m diggin’

together; you give it thought and it’s a great transition

their cardigan jackets rather than their sweaters in 8:2

from work to play look! Plus, a LBD photographs well, just

ratio. Grey has been THE color; it’s classic, the patterns

in case, ya know, you find yourself in a locally owned mag-

are simple, and it comes in, like, 100 shades.

azine all about Hot Springs!

Wear your button-up under your sweater--unbutton

Now, if one is heading to the Debutante Ball, you’ll

the first button, roll up those sleeves and leave the tail

want to wear a semi-formal dress. I do get questions

out. Sport this with a darker shade of denim, booties,

about this a lot around this time of year. As stated earlier,

and a classic peacoat. For ultra chilly days, cover your

throw on that fur, girlfriend, and pile on the sparkly jewels.

neck (just in case you opt out of the button-up and your

Whether you need a basic, go-to Little Black Dress, or

neck is exposed) with an uber soft scarf. All, except the

something with a little more oomph, Pink Avenue has some great options, all under $100 and all fabulous. To

peacoat, is available at the store for under $100!

So whether you’re in need of something fancy

complete the ensemble, layer your LBD with a warm, chic

schmancy or low-key cool, Pink Avenue and I, as well as

jacket, also available in store for under $100!

Raegan and Anna, have ya covered! Come in this

Scenario 2, Company Christmas Party/Christmas Party:

Holiday season for all your dressing needs, we look for-

I completely understand that what you wear to a

ward of taking care of y’all! Cheers and Merry

Company Christmas Party, or your significant other’s

Christmas, to all!

Company Christmas Party, depends on where they work.

xoxo, Jess

Personally, I typically opt for a cute tunic or top paired

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15TH ANNUAL BARON’S BALL

Baron d’Abila Davis Tillman & Dr. Suellen Hales-Tillman

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HAPPENINGS

Dorothy Morris & Stephanie Beakey

nov 30 - dec 9

yes, virginia, there is a santa claus @ pocket community theatre

Sara & Jeremy Brown

Seth Reeves, Angela Rose, Sylvia Stems, Zeke Ezekiel

Alicia Keatley & Audrey Smith

Kim Everhart, Ray & Kerry Owen

Carey & Pansye McMillan

Karen Lauck, Betty Millsap, Dr. Suellen Hales-Tillman

The 15th Annual Baron’s Ball was held on November 3rd to benefit all the programs provided

by Levi Hospital. This Venetian Carnival evening included a delicious three-course meal, fantastical entertainment, silent and live auctions, and a dance party.

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Christmas would not be Christmas without “Yes, Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus.” This classic tale of eight-year-old Virginia and a young newspaper editor is a family delight just in time for the holidays. Performances of all Pocket Community Theatre productions are 7:30 pm Friday and Saturday with a 2:30 pm Sunday matinee. General admission is $15 for plays and $20 for musicals.

Admission for children through age 12 is $5 for all shows. Reservations are required. The Pocket Community Theatre is located at 170 Ravine Street off Park Avenue in downtown Hot Springs. Visit www.pockettheatre.com for information.

through december holiday lights @ gwg

From 5-9 pm nightly, Garvan Gardens displays nearly 5 million lights in a myriad of natural settings. Features include the luminescent Garden of the Pine Wind, the 50foot tall Holiday Tree which plays holiday tunes animated to a light show, the Parterre garden on the Great Lawn, and traditional holiday scenes in the woodlands. Conclude your walking tour with free hot chocolate. The Chipmunk Café is open nightly until 9 pm serving soups, sandwiches, and snacks.

Closed Christmas Day. For ticket info, visit www.garvangardens.org.

through december

downtown holiday lights display

Love Christmas lights? Hot Springs, Arkansas, which is surrounded by the picturesque Ouachita Mountains, has long been and remains a top destination to visit. The

Money Matters |

FFINANCE

Term Life vs. Whole Life

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ast month’s article addressed the amount of life insurance necessary to provide for your family. It ended with the question, “Do I buy term     insur ance or whole    life?” These   are two of the most often asked questions     I get from  young people.

My typical      response  is a question,   “Why   do you  need   life  insur ance?”   Is it to   replace   the loss of your  income, subsequently    providing for your family, or to pay off  debts, oris it an invest ment?

If the answer    is  to provide   for your  family, is probably  then  term insurance     the best option.

If it is to work as an invest  ment account, whole life would         be  an answer, but you will probably need addi        tional assistance.          I like Dave Ramsey’s approach to   explaining the difference:        “When it all boils down,   you really  have two options to life insur   when it comes   ance—term or whole life.

One is a safe plan       that helps your family and  protect    the other one,  well,  it’s a total   rip-off.”          What is term life insurance?      It is exactly like it is named, it is life        insurance that covers a specific term, usu      ally 20-30 years. If you pass during the       policy “term” your beneficiaries will receive

the face amount of the policy (winner). If you live one day longer, the “term” expires and the coverage will lapse (loser). The idea of the policy   lapsing  iswhere most  people becomeunhappy.  You pay into a policy  for 20 years and at the end of that 20 years, you     have nothing.     What you had during  was  protection   that time, but if you  are fortunate  to outlive the initial period, all that you have paid     in evap orates. It really is not much different      than having home If you   insurance.    never  had  a claim and you   sell your home,  you still  paid the premium and you received nothing     upon the sale.     Term lifeinsurance is attractive because      it is initially than whole   less   expensive    life insurance.                 What is whole life insurance?      Whole life insurance is coverage that lasts       throughout your lifetime as long as you con       tinue to pay the premiums. I have families       that are pleased they have whole life because          it “forced” them to save, when it was chal      lenging otherwise.         The premiums are normally more expen       sive than term because it is intended to build       cash value, so part of your premium pays        the cost of the insurance, part pays the com-

missions, and the remainder goes into an investment account.

Whole life has received a lot of negative publicity because   it may   be subject tolarge commissions, fees,   on-going  management   as well as the cost of the actual insurance,        and per Reports,  Consumer     typically   low investment returns.      There  really is no great answer  to insurance. The “Buy  term   and invest  the  difference” strategy works if you are a disciplined       investor  and  do not  require  insurance    later in life. The  goal  being   to self-insure   by hav ing enough saved to provide for your family       and eliminate    the cost  of insurance.   As our kids get older and our mortgages hopefully    get smaller,   we should   need  less insurance,  but every family has to evaluate what is         best  for their own situation.  BillKerstPresident,Community First Trust Company. He has been conducting educational seminars on IRAs, asset management, and trust managementforover15years.Hehas servedasthemoderatorforthe IncomeTaxationofEstatesand Trusts course offered by the Arkansas Society of CPA’s andprovidedmany seminarstocivicandchurchgroupsinthecommunity.Formoreinformation,call501-520-3660.

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THE NUTCRACKER BALLET

Miranda & Amber Walker, Anthonie Nichols, Katie Reeves

Around Town |

HAPPENINGS

Edmond Cooper & Sarah Elmore

december 12

stomp out hunger packing party

Ashley Packard, Michael Wood

Celeste Bales & Josylie Bramlett

Hot Springs Children’s Dance Theatre Company’s 2018 production of The Nutcracker Ballet delighted local families and visitors to Hot Springs, bringing the magic of the Holiday Season to LakePointe City Church auditorium. HSCDTC’s local dancers work with guest artists from state, regional and national dance companies. Next fabulous production: Spring 2019!

WOMEN’S CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WINTER WONDERLAND

Barbara McDaniel, Eleanor Sherfield, Mary Walker, Christine McDonald

Carrie Gage & Brendee Marshall

At 6:30 pm all the helpful elves in Hot Springs will descend upon the Stomp Out Hunger pop-up store in the Hot Springs Mall (located at the entrance between Dillards and JC Penneys). LakePointe City Church and a host of volunteers from area churches and organizations will be packing up all the donated goods for distribution to help struggling families in the community. There will be hot chocolate, apple cider, an ugly sweater contest with a prize and lots of fun and laughter as hundreds in our city come together to pack bags of food to bless local families during this Christmas season. All are welcome! holidays are a beautiful time of year to experience the city. Arlington Lawn, located in Hot Springs National Park, welcomes the celebration of the holidays with a stunning display of Christmas trees decked with lights.

THrOUGH JANUArY

exhibit: the soul of arkansas

Scott Long, Cora Jones

Santa Claus (George Pritchett), Elliott & Amy Turner

The Women’s Chamber of Commerce of Hot Springs held its annual scholarship fundraiser for college-bound students in Garland County. The Winter Wonderland Festival of Trees had a silent auction with decorated wreaths and Christmas trees, festive entertainment, vendors, and special guest Santa Claus.

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The Hot Springs Convention Center hosts The Soul of Arkansas, an exhibit of 40 paintings by internationally recognized artist Longhua Xu. The north concourse of the convention center is being converted into an art gallery for the exhibit, which showcases the inspiration Longhua Xu finds throughout Hot Springs. “For me, I find beauty in the people around me,” he reflects. “People who share, people who care for each other – that’s the beauty, and that’s why I’m trying to record it through my paintings.” Longhua has been a resident of the Spa City for 30 years. He emigrated from China, where he taught Fine Art in the Architecture Department at the University of Shanghai.

Family Matters |

LEGAL NOTES

WHAT IS AN ANNULMENT? *Disclaimer: This article contains basic information and in no way constitutes actual legal advice or establishes an attorney-client relationship with any individual reading this article.

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t never fails that clients will ask a question about annulment and whether it is a possibility for the breakup of their marriage. It is not as easy or cut and dry as it appears in Las Vegas movies after a night of too much fun and questionable decisions because there are specific requirements for a marriage to be annulled (declared void).

Annulment in Arkansas Annulment is an often-misunderstood legal concept, because popular culture and religion have presented differing and often imprecise views of what an annulment is in terms of family law and domestic relations.

Annulments and divorces are similar in the sense that they make a determination about marital status. However, the vital difference between them is that divorce ends an existing, valid marriage, whereas annulment simply declares that what everyone thought was a marriage was never actually a marriage at all. Basically, in the eyes of the law, an annulled marriage never really happened!

How do I Actually Annul my Marriage??

Arkansas courts interpret the annulment statutes very strictly. For instance, if a person who married while underage later tries to have the marriage annulled on the basis of minority, but does so after reaching the age of majority, it is possible that the Court will reject the claim. If you want an annulment, you must be prepared to prove your claim with certain evidence.

Absent special circumstances, annulment actions ("complaints for annulment") must be filed in the circuit court of the county where the "complainant" (the person seeking the annulment, also known as the "plaintiff") resides and has lived for at least 60 days in Arkansas.

Other papers may also be necessary, and both parties must follow rules for service of process.

An Arkansas judge can declare a marriage null and void and annul it by court order. Both parties will be summoned to appear before the court, which will hear testimony, consider the written submissions and the law, and issue an order. Even if the "defendant" (party opposing the annulment) doesn't answer the complaint or appear at the court hearings, the plaintiff must show up and present enough evidence to support the annulment request for the record. This may mean that the plaintiff has to testify.

Because there are serious financial and custodial implications involved in an annulment, it's important to talk to a seasoned family attorney before proceeding.

Grounds for an Annulment Arkansas Code Annotated § 9-12-201 describes the grounds for obtaining an annulment in Arkansas which are very narrow. There are only four possible reasons a court might grant an annulment: • Either of the parties to the marriage is now or was incapable from “want of age” (too young to marry) to consent to the marriage.

• Either of the parties to the marriage is incapable from “want of understanding” to consent to the marriage. “Want of understanding” means an inability to comprehend something intellectually (didn’t mentally know what was happening). It can also mean that a party was too intoxicated to understand (think Stu’s Vegas wedding from The Hangover).

• Either of the parties to the marriage is incapable of marrying due to physical causes (impotence).

• One of the parties was subjected to duress (coercion) by force or fraud, and if not for the force or fraud, would not have consented to the marriage (he/she made me do it)!

Effect of Annulment Arkansas law requires the court which decides the annulment to also decide custody and child support of the minor child or children, despite the fact that the marriage never really happened. In Arkansas, couples going through an annulment usually must separate their own property, including both assets and debts (which is a lot of fun). All these issues can get really complicated and an experienced family law attorney should be involved.

Did you wake up with a new last name and regret it?

Contact John S. Stobaugh at Wood, Schnipper & Britton at 501-624-1252.

John Stobaugh joined Wood, Schnipper & Britton as associate attorney in March 2017. Born in McGehee, Arkansas, John earned a degree in Agricultural Economics from Texas A&M University, followed by his Juris Doctorate from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law (Class of 2013). Formerly with Bell & Boyd, PLLC, John specializes in probate, estate planning, divorce, custody, adoptions, guardianships, commercial litigation, real estate transactions and property issues. John is a member of the Arkansas Bar Association and is current President of the Garland County Bar Association.

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GC HISTORICAL SOCIETY OPEN HOUSE

Elizabeth Robbins & Clyde Covington

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HAPPENINGS

Wayma Rowe, Renee Lucy, Patty Canada, Julie Nix

december 14

dayspring cHurcH drivetHrougH nativity scene

Bruce Cozart, Mark Curry, Cole Fisher

Gary Troutman, Susan Siegel, Pat McCabe

November 1st, the Garland County Historical Society celebrated the nearly-finished expansion of their building. The day began with a luncheon to honor donors who have made generous contributions to the expansion. This was followed by a Ribbon Cutting ceremony and an Open House for community members to tour the facility.

BOB & SUNNY EVANS TREE HOUSE CELEBRATION @ GWG

Dayspring Church, 3526 Timberlake Road, announces that the royal guards will open the gates at 6:30 pm. You will first be greeted with a cup of cocoa as you descend down into the town of Bethlehem. Make sure you pick who will be your car's narrator, as the scriptures along the way will begin coming to life before your eyes. Drive slowly! You never know when the donkeys, chickens, goats, sheep, cows, horses and camels may need to cross the road. Merry Christmas!

His signature 1992 sculpture Mother Nature greets guests at the crossroads of the Historic Hot Springs Downtown District.

december 8

quapaw/prospect luminaries

Every year, residents and friends of the

Quapaw Prospect Historic District gather

Karen & Bill Steed, Sunny Evans, Suzanne Steed

Bob Bledsoe, Peggy Clark

together to set up Luminaries that will line the

streets in the Quapaw/Prospect historic dis-

trict in a Christmas display for the community

to enjoy. This year's display will feature 5,000 luminaries lining the streets of the beautiful

historic district! We are asking for your sup-

port so that we can continue to grow this

wonderful holiday tradition. The luminaries

will be lighted at dusk.

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Amanda Fenocchi, Clark Tennyson, Mary Whipple

October 30th was the opening celebration of the Bob and Sunny Evans Tree House at Garvan Woodland Gardens. This was a day full of joy and gratitude for the completion of a piece of architecture that will have an everlasting impact on everyone who visits the gardens.

Flute ensemble @ arlington Hotel

Come celebrate the Holiday Season with

your family and friends in the lobby of the

historic Arlinton Resort Hotel & Spa. The 3

pm concert by the Hot Springs Flute Ensemble is free to the public.

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FLOWERS & HOME HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE

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Cindy English, Debbie Talley

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Oaklawn new Year's eve PartY

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Rynn Belk, Connee Ellis

Alan Clark, Joe Sturgill

Flowers & Home of Hot Springs ushered in the Holiday Season with an Open House at their Cornerstone location. Customers enjoyed delicious catering by Special Touch and explored the new expanded showroom filled with Christmas treasures.

Oaklawn will host a New Year’s Eve party featuring live music in both Silks Bar & Grill and Pop’s Lounge. Susan Erwin, a fan favorite will be back at Oaklawn and will be performing in Pop’s Lounge from 6 pm to midnight, while Mayday by Midnight, one of the mid-South’s hottest bands for local live music, will be helping ring in the New Year from 10:15 pm to 2:15 am in Silks bar & Grill. All guests must be 21 years old. For more information please contact Gissel Torres at 501-623-4411

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We would like to invite you to join us for a New Year’s Eve party like no other, the biggest party of the year. There will be live DJs, Red Carpet, Cash Bar, Light Show, and more. Tickets are $15 in advance to purchase your tickets today visit apocalypsenye.eventbrite.com or simply pay $20 at the door. Party starts at 8 pm - until! Free Champagne will be served at midnight!

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The Historic Malco Theatre, 817 Central Avenue, hosts the 11th Annual Short Films Showcase, with a variety of cinematic offerings all under nine minutes in length.

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Whiplash Beauty + Company

ot Springs native Adrianne Brooks Woolley brought her signature business—Whiplash Beauty—to the Spa City in 2013. “I moved away thinking I would never come back, and now I can’t imagine leaving,” she says with a smile. Five years later, Adrianne has recently expanded, purchasing the salon location at 4832 Central Avenue and launching Whiplash Beauty & Company just in time for the Holidays!

“I had rented a space out of the salon under the name Whiplash Beauty, and then I bought the salon from hairstylist Sherri Holmes, who has been in business for more than three decades in Hot Springs,” Adrianne explains, noting that Sherri will still be working her magic in the salon. "Sherri has served as a longtime mentor to me and we still work very closely together." In addition to the same great stylists and services, Adrianne is adding new product lines and strategizing future expansion. Whiplash Beauty & Company offers full-service hair, nails, eyelashes and makeup, a true all-in-one beauty shop. “We have quite a few clients who come in and while their hair is being done they can also get their nails done, etc.—just make a day of it,” Adrianne observes. “We have seven stylists now and space to expand.”

Whiplash Beauty & Company also handles special events and is growing right along with Hot Springs’ destination wedding industry. “I would say that I did three weddings my first year,” recalls Adrianne. “But last year, our team did over 75 weddings!” She reveals a significant number of brides say they’re drawn to Hot Springs in part because of Garvan Woodland Gardens’ Anthony Chapel, an architectural gem set amidst natural beauty. Most weddings book services six months to a year in advance, and Adrianne notes the vast majority are from out-ofstate, everywhere from Dallas to New York to the Midwest. “We have a space where bridal parties can come in, enjoy hors d’oeuvres and mimosas—a private party right here in the salon,” she says. Whiplash Beauty & Co. can also travel off-site to your location, bringing their mobile party-and-beauty team!

Adrianne is a logistical pro, and with the salon’s full-service aspect allowing all the latest trends and techniques in hair coloring, cut and makeup, clients can get party-ready in one place. “We streamline and coordinate everything,” she explains. “I work with a wedding planner, and if we need to call in someone, we make it happen. This way, the client doesn’t have to be calling all over.” That special occasion or once-in-a-lifetime event is a lot more fun and enjoyable when you can press the easy button and let Whiplash Beauty & Company take the stress out of planning.

Just in time for Holiday festivities, Whiplash Beauty & Company is now the only salon in Hot Springs to carry the full line of Kevin Murphy hair products. “We have been doing classes and going over the color formulations,” Adrianne explains.

“It’s an Australian company, a really good, all-natural, high-end product line.” Kevin Murphy’s award-winning career in the fashion industry inspired him to create eco-friendly products that nourish hair and skin alike, thanks to organic botanicals and amino acids. The formulations are paraben-free, sulfate-free and cruelty-free.

Adrianne notes, “The products function very well, for every occasion and weather.”

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Community |

CAMPUS

Nox the Nighthawk, center, with NPC cheer team members Brooke Neel (left) and CiCi Lopez (right) during the halftime announcement.

National Park College Names Nighthawk Mascot

Canon Hale

CMS 8th Grader Excels in Congressional APP Challenge

Cutter Morning Star eighth grade student Canon Hale was determined to achieve his goal of placing in the Top 3 entries for the Congressional APP Challenge 2018-2019.

This was Canon's second school year to enter the Congressional APP Challenge that is sponsored by Fourth District Congressman Bruce Westerman. When his Gifted and Talented Teacher, Deborah Giusti, assigned the project, Canon (then a 7th grader) was quick to come up with his idea of assisting people in the Natural State who like to hike and learn more about the identification of nature. After months of work and attending last year’s 2017 Congressional APP Awards event, Canon was disappointed that his APP was not selected but determined to continue working on his Seaatree.com APP. This school year when it was time to enter the competition, Canon rebuilt his Seaatree.com APP using WordPress, HTML, and JavaScript.

The APP can tell if there are trees that are dangerous and trees people have found and pinned. Thanks to his hard work, he won 2nd Place! In the future, Canon will add augmented reality, also known as AR, to help with the experience.

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National Park College announced the name of the Nighthawk mascot during halftime at the recent season opener for the men’s basketball team. Students, faculty, staff and the community submitted more than 250 nominations for consideration. A campus committee narrowed the selection to three choices, Nox, Talon and Blue. After a campus-wide vote, Nox the Nighthawk was selected by an overwhelming majority with nearly 50 percent of the votes cast. Nox is a Greek and Latin word meaning “night” and is also the Roman deity for night. Nox the Nighthawk represents the pride and spirit of National Park College both on campus and in the community.

Nox will be present at all NPC athletic events, in area high schools, and at community events, including the annual Christmas parade.

(L-R) 2nd Place - Gavin Stevens, Jackson Duncan, Abigail Bates, Mahaley Hemund, 3rd Place Sara Kingery and 3rd Place- Jalea Hawthorn.

Cutter Morning Star Elementary’s 6th Grade Chess Team Shines

Deborah Giusti, director of Cutter Morning Star School District’s Gifted and Talented Program is proud of the 6th grade chess team! At the recent Dawson Co-op Chess Tournament in Arkadelphia, the team all achieved wins and learned new strategies to checkmate. Well done!

Lakeside Junior High Cheerleaders Win at Maumelle Event

The Lakeside Junior High Cheerleaders competed in the B2 Cheer Competition in Maumelle on November 3, 2018. The team Won Junior High Grand Champion, First place in the 5A-6A Division, Overall Best Stunts, Overall Best Tumbling and Overall Best Crowd Pumping Cheer.

Way to go!

Team members are: front row- Grace Anne Fortner, Ava Ellison, Brittney Hicks, Julia Roberts, Gracie McBrayer, Madelyn Hurst, Meg Morissey, and Mikala Clendenin, back row- Coach Jennifer Elliott, Bailey Ashlock, Katy Thompson, Natalie Campbell, Micah Blackwood, Aiyana Sharp, Kailey Reeves, Co-Captain, Aubrey Hammons, Co-Capain, Lacie Leveritt, Carson Spriggs, Greta Gancarczyk, and Kailyn Dyberg.

Cutter Morning Star High School Start-Up Team: Jonathan Harrison, Maraelynn Nuckolls, Kara Kinkaid, Annalise Nuckolls, Trinity Raper, Brecken Knott-DeBord, Grace Slick, Joshua Reyna, and Clay Slick

High School Start-Up Day @ University Of Central Arkansas

The CMS High School Start-Up Team joined other high school start-up teams from around Arkansas in competition. Students identify and analyze real-world educational problems in the schools they attend, using student poll data to assist in solving this problem within time limits.

Students worked in teams and were given prompts to accomplish the and making a presentation for the competition.For example, one team looked at flex scheduling vs. regular class scheduling, while another problem considered was school spirit or the lack. The result was a non-stop day with a working lunch and then the pitch to judges. A real life learning experience! The students again showed the need to be challenged and they stepped up to exceed expectations.

Costume Contest Winners Rock

Thanks to all of your entries for our Halloween Costume Contest! Our winners are brothers Treyton and Jaxton Gray, who won a $50 gift certificate to enjoy some yummy Taco Mama specialties over the holidays.

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Registration,sponsored by Arvest will begin at 8:30 am, and the shotgun start will be at 10:30 am.

The tournament includes breakfast, a warming tent, silent auction, on-course lunch, great door prizes, beverages, and prizes for the first, second and third place teams in both flights. The tournament will also include several contests, including Longest Drive by HealthStar Physicians, Hit the Green and Closest to the Hole by Razorback Camper Sales.

The Kamo’s Kids Foundation was established in February 2009 in loving memory of Kameron “Kamo” Hale (January 18, 1995-January 23, 2009). The Foundation is guided by three main principles that represented Kamo’s outlook on life: “Kourage” to do what is right, “Kommitment” to excellence and “Kompassion” for others. The Foundation works with organizations, school officials, the juvenile court system and individuals to help under-served children. 100% of donations provided to Kamo’s Kids are directed towards this mission.

The Foundation provides college scholarships, underwrites the annual Fields of Faith ministry project and works with the

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Gardening & Design |

LIVING GREEN

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growing tradition for the Holidays is a living tree. A live tree—complete with roots intact—can be a longer lasting alternative to a cut or artificial tree. The choice to buy a live tree is one that can be enjoyed for years to come.

Selecting a variety suited to your climate is a good way to ensure success when planting. Benefits of adding an evergreen to your landscape include year-round color, plus attracting wildlife and providing a nice windbreak.

This year I selected a Blue Spruce for my Holiday tree.

Living in Michigan as a child, I have always felt nostalgia when I see them. I placed holly berries intermittently—the red berries really make the blue pop! I then asked a friend (Steven Jones of Jonestead Jewels) to make some hanging crystal ornaments. These Arkansas quartz crystals resemble icicles and are unique to our region. Pulling design ideas directly from nature alleviates worrying about the decorations being affected by weather when your living tree is stationed

on the porch. And, rather than having to pack up ornaments at the end of the Holiday season, simply give away the crystals to friends. Look around for a creative place to put your tree, whether it’s indoors or out.

And lastly, plant your tree for years of enjoyment.

There are a few tips regarding living trees that are helpful to know so that you may plan ahead: 1) A living tree requires a period of a week or so to acclimate before being brought inside the home for the holidays.

During this transition period, store your tree in a sheltered porch area before bringing it inside the home. 2) Choose a location in your home that is cooler—for example, avoid placing the tree near heating vents.

3) The tree may be watered each day using ice cubes—about a tray should suffice. This prevents overflow from watering and, most importantly, keeps the roots cooler.

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tree indoors should not exceed 10 days. After the Holidays, transition the tree to a semi-sheltered location for at least a few days. When transitioning the tree back outside, you can use it as porch decor.

Your tree is ready to plant after the holidays— IF the ground is not frozen. If the ground is too hard, simply store your living tree in a sheltered location until spring. For planting, dig a hole larger than the root ball and line the hole with peat moss to insulate the roots and encourage spring root growth.

Mulching will also help protect your newly planted tree. This year, consider a new tradition that will last generations: plant a live Christmas tree!

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Holidays are past; depending on how large the tree will grow, spacing is crucial.

Choosing a smaller tree allows it to be moved more easily and also allows flexibility for display in more areas of the house. A really small tree can also serve as a decorative centerpiece for a table. Bonsai trees, for example, are attractive year-round and fun to decorate during the Holidays.

A living tree’s all-important root ball can be placed inside a pot or wrapped with a festive swag of fabric (be sure to place a drip tray underneath). The maximum amount of time you should keep your living

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indy English and her daughter Lauren English-Britton both know (to use a phrase from Dickens) “how to keep Christmas well.” Their zest for life peaks during the holidays as Cindy and Lauren welcome friends and family to their homes, lovingly decorated in ways that reflect their personalities and shared family traditions. With a slew of family birthdays falling in December and January, “It’s a big season,” says Cindy.

For the young at heart, wholly in agreement that there’s no such thing as overdoing Christmas, Cindy is an inspiration. “I

collect Christmas,” she says. Visitors arriving on her front step find a preview of what’s inside. The doorway is framed by a pair of silver stags; perhaps an ode to the deer that grace the forested hillside beyond the deck and enjoy nibbling her flowerbeds. Sprays of greenery and bright red berries make a vibrant archway, while a pair of massive urns holds birch-bark branches, standing guard in vivid black-and-white. In lieu of a wreath is a cluster of the largest pinecones I’ve ever seen.

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“Those are Sugar Pine cones from Louisiana—they keep well,” says Cindy, welcoming me inside where Lauren waits with Bunny, the family’s sweet Sh’ih Tzu. How does one pick a favorite tree? I decide it’s impossible, what with eight unique trees stationed throughout the home. From the foyer’s curved staircase, heavy with garlands, its majestic tree shimmering in red and gold, to the enormous wreath on the living room’s cathedral window, there is a feast for the senses. Cindy and her husband Tim designed the home with a light-stained, wood-paneled

barrel ceiling that spans the lofty living room.

The illuminated space makes a magnificent backdrop for a Christmas tree, this one a symphony of red velvet ribbon and colorful Radko glass ornaments. Nearby, the formal dining room’s epic tablescape surrounds a centerpiece of bronze deer.

Near the foyer is a music room with a cross-vaulted ceiling. The elegant space enshrines photographs of the generations and salutes the family’s Arkansas roots with a Razorback-themed tree. Continuing down the hallway, we enter the master suite, which

pays tribute to autumnal colors. The room’s accents of copper, chocolate brown and persimmon complement a sumptuous tree decorated in harvest hues.

Soft music plays as we enter Cindy’s French Country-style kitchen and dining area, where her signature color, red, comes into its own during the Holidays. Artful place settings include dishware with portraits of Father Christmas. “Mom loves warm colors,” notes Lauren, who likes to decorate in a spectrum of cool colors— greens and blues and soft greys. She and Cindy share a fondness for certain designs, though, such as my new Christmas favorite: big, bold, bronzed clusters of magnolia leaves.

Cindy offers a snack and Mountain Valley spring water, observing, “I taught school for years, and many of my students gave me Santa Claus figurines as gifts—this one is handmade.” Rows of festive Santas top the kitchen’s glass-fronted cabinetry, continuing the theme of “no two alike,” nestled amid evergreen boughs. There’s even a doctor Santa in honor of Tim. “Lauren loves

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Christmas as much as I do,” Cindy says.

Lauren replies, “I grew up decorating with mom—Christmas is in my blood!” Lauren’s brother Benjamin and his wife Alex live in Bentonville, where he keeps the holidays well in the Ozarks. “He and Tim love Christmas too,” Cindy says. Lauren recalls her mom decorating a tree just for her: “When I was little I wore hair bows a lot, and she decorated the tree in my room with my bows.”

The kitchen fireplace’s white surround showcases a luxuriant earth-toned garland of natural elements, while a magnificent stag sculpture overlooks the mantel. Cindy, who has worked for Flowers and Home of Hot Springs since its opening in Cornerstone Shopping Center, says, “That’s my rescue stag from Flowers & Home—he had a little blemish on his antler.” She gave the objet d’art a home and year-round display. The Flowers and Home team helps Cindy decorate her home, as she no longer climbs tall ladders, and Cindy appreciates the help. The kitchen’s jolly red-and-white Christmas tree stands near a bank of winHot Springs Life & Home | DECEMBER 2018 |

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dows, scarlet pinecone ornaments reflecting the light. Glass cardinals peer from flocked branches and a gentle glow emanates from lights in the shape of white porcelain birds.

“These birds aren’t made any more,” explains Cindy. “They were a wedding gift to my husband and me 40 years ago. When we put them on the tree we know it’s Christmas!” In the spirit of continuity, Lauren’s Aunt Lin searched high and low for the delicate birds until she found a set for sale on Ebay. Aunt Lin gave Lauren and her husband Beau the set as a wedding gift last year; this year, Lauren and Beau are celebrating the first Christmas in their new home.

Saying bye to Bunny, we head over to Lauren’s house to double our Christmas tour fun. On the way, Lauren reveals that Cindy was her secret weapon at the new house, a brick and stone structure built in 2006: “The original owners had it all done in dark wood trim with mustard-colored walls,” Lauren says. “Mom helped us decorate before we moved in.” With Lauren and Beau’s busy schedules—she works for Pinnacle Pointe

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Laughing, Lauren recalls coming home to find Cindy in the back yard spray-painting fixtures, but the results speak for themselves. Lauren’s kitchen, once a dull yellow with dark-stained cabinets, now features white cabinetry in delightful contrast to original black quartz countertops. Teal pendant lights pop against the new, lighter background. “They were already here—it worked great!” Lauren says. She updated by installing sleek gold metallic cabinet and

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drawer pulls, and Cindy topped things off by painting the kitchen’s geometric light fixture gold. The Britton home revels in natural light thanks to new wall color—a subtle hue called “Lambswool” that Lauren notes is “the same as at Mom’s.” This barely-there color enhances a cool spectrum equally well, highlighting the home’s good bones—archways, crisp white trim and detailing. An exterior version of the color transformed the home’s facade, where formerly dark brick now harmonizes with stonework.

Lauren’s dining room displays her favorite tree, spiraled in teal ribbon and bearing bold round ornaments of gold, blue and green. Framed by a tall slender window, the tree sparkles next to a glass-fronted white cabinet. Like Cindy, Lauren collects and displays art glass in jewel tones. She sets her holiday table with blue Delft plates, and the centerpiece—a single blue and white ginger jar—holds sprays of greenery. The minimalist color palette includes gray fabric chairs around a table of darker gray wood.

As Cindy observes, “Do what you love.

People think everything has to match perfectly—but with collections you can mix, and it works!”

The floor plan includes seating areas divided by a see-through fireplace, with each mantel decorated in differing, yet harmonious, displays. One mantel’s cylindrical white vases hold bare branches over a garland silvered with frost, while the opposite side features vivid evergreens in a pair of tall silver urns. A nearby tree’s teal velvet ribbon traces oversized ornaments, white lights and ivory branches. “These blue glass ornaments are from mom’s collection,” says Lauren. “They were once on the Christmas tree in my childhood bedroom, which makes them even more special.” Blue

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spruce garlands drape a silvery credenza, while the main living area’s dark gray leather couch and chair contrast a tree that shines like moon-glow. Interspersed with bronzed magnolia leaves, this tree is home to those aforementioned luminous porcelain birds that light the way for Christmas.

“Our family’s faith and strength sustains us,” muses Cindy. “Christmas, to us, exemplifies this faith and hope for all things new.”

The master bedroom features mirrored bedside tables and royal blue accents, with the en suite bath receiving a royal makeover

by Cindy. She installed new tile flooring around the spa tub and swapped original dark countertops for white quartz with the look of marble: instant transformation. “I couldn’t find any round mirrors for less than $300,” says Cindy, a self-confessed “good shopper.” She swung into action, scoring a pair of large circular mirrors at less than half the price, thanks to a local craft store— but the frames were silver. So Cindy painted them gold! The outsized mirrors enlarge the space, reflecting a rondel of sapphireblue art glass as well as a painting Cindy chose, a vibrant design in Lauren’s beloved royal blue.

The Brittons’ guest room is holiday-ready, its centerpiece an heirloom oak four-poster inherited from Lauren’s great-grandmother.

“My grandmother loves staying here for Christmas,” says Lauren. “My mom helped bring light and color into our home. Beau and I love it.”

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Holiday Gift Ideas 2018

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Treat your favorite gal pal to Kevin.Murphy's "I Woke Up Like This" Limited Edition haircare gift set. The set contains a trifecta of naturally nourishing products: Angel Wash + Angel Rinse (infused with mango, cocoa butter and botanical extracts) and Bedroom Hair texturizing finishing spray for that sexy, tousled, "just woke up like this" look on Christmas morning.

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Will's Cinnamon Shop offers great locally made products and gift certificates for all the goodies they prepare fresh daily, so drop in and find the ideal gift or stocking stuffer. From Hot Springs favorites like Red Light Roastery coffee beans and Larkmartin soaps, to soy candles by WickSip-Donate, and Richard's Honey. You can even purchase bags of Will's cinnamon!

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Emily

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Kyle

Text by Denise Parkinson Photos by Meredith Benton Photography

K

yle Andrew Clem first saw Emily Elaine Hollingsworth at a 2015 Hot Springs Young Professionals shindig, a holiday event called the “Ugly Christmas Sweater Party.” He remembers that moment well, although he never even noticed Emily’s sweater: “I looked over and thought, who on earth is that and how do I get to know her?” he says with a grin.

The two began dating, balancing their busy careers—Emily launched her own business, Hollingsworth Chiropractic and Acupuncture, in 2014, while Kyle works for database marketing company Axciom.

An OBU grad, Kyle lived and worked for a time in Conway. “I had just moved back from Conway a few months before we met,” he recalls. The timing was right— and a little Christmas magic didn’t hurt, either.

“I grew up in Newport and moved to Hot Springs after chiropractic school,” Emily explains. A graduate of the U of A in Fayetteville, Emily completed her chiropractic studies at Kansas City’s Cleveland University College of Chiropractic Medicine. Kyle’s family is a part of Spa City history: local landmark Peter’s Flooring & Paint has been in the Clem family for generations. “My granddad bought the business from Mr. Peters,” says Kyle. “My dad has it now. I grew up working there when I was kneehigh to a grasshopper.”

The Proposal

Fast forward to 2017: A few days before Christmas, Kyle devised a cool plan to surprise Emily with a proposal.

“We both really like the historic down-

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town area and the growth they’ve had there,” explains Kyle. “I thought the Christmas season would be an especially good time to be there.” During some lastminute Christmas shopping downtown, Kyle went to see a friend who works at The Waters Hotel. This architectural jewel, located in Hot Springs’ restored Thompson Building, had recently installed an eleva-

tor that carries guests to the rooftop. There, the view captures the city’s timeless charm, nestled amid forested mountains of the National Park. Kyle wanted that view!

“I set it up with my buddy,” he says.

“Emily and I would come in for a drink, and he would come over and talk to us, offer to show us the new rooftop bar area, give us a tour.” The mission was a go for

December 23rd. Emily recalls, “We spent that day in Little Rock at his grandparents’ family Christmas gathering, and I had no idea Kyle was up to anything.” That evening, at The Waters’ beautiful restaurant/bar, The Avenue, everything went as planned: Kyle’s friend came over and escorted the two up to the roof right around 5:30 p.m., when downtown’s Christmas

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lights were beginning to glow against the deepening dusk.

Emily was enjoying the view, checking out the rooftop herb garden and beehives, when suddenly Kyle’s buddy “got a phone call.” As Emily recalls, “He said he got a call and then just disappeared. It never occurred to me what was going on.” Not until Kyle knelt and produced an engagement ring, that is! And, with the magic of Christmas Eve-Eve in effect, Emily said yes.

Kyle adds a bit of backstory at this point: The morning of the proposal, he’d stashed the engagement ring in his coat pocket.

Throughout the rest of the day he kept

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checking to make sure it was still there.

Kyle grew so nervous that he refused to take off his coat, even indoors. “Emily and I were at the family Christmas gathering at my grandparents’ house,” explains Kyle.

“My grandparents like to keep their home really warm. But I couldn’t risk taking off my coat because the ring was in the pocket—what if something happened? So I was sweating for more than one reason that day!”

Emily had a wedding gown in mind, a stunning Vera Wang design, but the closest store where she could try on the dress happened to be in Dallas. This obstacle turned out to be a bit of serendipity, because during the time leading up to the July 2018 wedding, Emily made monthly trips to Dallas for an amazing reason: she was studying and certifying to perform chiropractic adjustments on animals. Yes, Emily is officially a superhero: a pet chiropractor! “I do animal chiropractic,” she says.

“I completed a course at Parker Chiropractic in Dallas, traveling back and forth the whole time we were planning our wedding.” Luckily, Emily had another superhero on her team: wedding planner Randi Slick of Signature Events. “Randi Slick did a great job, we couldn’t have asked for anything more,” says Emily.

“And Bridgett Kincheloe, First United Methodist Church’s ceremony coordinator, had everything timed perfectly.”

Their families joined in to share the joy, with Emily’s brother acting as groomsman and her sister-in-law as a bridesmaid.

Meanwhile, Kyle’s two brothers were groomsmen, and his nephew made an adorable ring-bearer. “We had another ring-bearer too—my cousin’s little boy,” adds Emily. “My flower girl was the daugh-

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ter of my best friend from high school.”

The wedding took place in First United Methodist Church, where Kyle’s 92-yearold grandfather, Reverend Earl B. Carter, officiated. “That’s my mom’s dad,” says Kyle. “We also had Reverend David Wilson, who was my pastor growing up at First United Methodist.” Emily’s chosen colors—blue and white—were showcased throughout the wedding, from her bridesmaids’ gorgeous cocktail-length fitted dresses in the palest shade of blue, to soaring sprays of blue and white florals decorating the sanctuary.

“I collect blue-and-white ginger jars and Delft pottery,” Emily explains. “My mom

and grandmothers always had blue and white pottery.” The reception at the Historic Hamp Williams Building featured tablescapes of blue and white ceramics and florals interspersed with vivid greenery, while sparkling raindrop lights added to the sublime ambiance. “Kelly Efird designed our flowers, and it was beyond anything we could have expected,” says Emily. “My bouquet was white peonies and lily of the valley, one of my favorite things from that day.” Within the bouquet, Emily incorporated silver charms framing miniature portraits of her late grandparents. She adds, “When I sent Kyle his wedding present before the wedding, I had

my aunt and my maid of honor surprise him with a picture of his late grandfather.

My aunt sewed it into the inside of his jacket.” Emily notes that blue is Kyle’s favorite color too, and he and his groomsmen looked supremely sharp in handsome midnight-blue tuxedos. But let’s return for a moment to contemplate Emily’s todie-for Vera Wang wedding gown: “I saw a picture of it and loved it,” she says. “We had gone to a boutique where I tried on a couple of others, but it was the third dress I tried on and I was very happy with it.” Third time’s the charm, indeed: the white cap-sleeved dress features a lace overlay and fitted mermaid silhouette with a high, gently scooped neckline and chapel train. Paired with a flowing tulle veil, the effect was sheer elegance.

The Cake

“My mom and I got together with Kyle’s mom and my parents’ neighbor to watch the royal wedding,” says Emily. “And their neighbor brought a cake from Majestic Bakery & Café that we really liked.” The confection was one of Majestic Bakery’s gluten-free specialties, and when it came time to do tastings for the wedding,

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Majestic’s wedding cake won out. “It was our favorite,” she says. “We had tons of people asking which bakery it was from— nobody knew it was gluten-free.” Emily and Kyle went with a twist on the groom’s cake, literally: “We had Will’s Cinnamon Twists,” Kyle reports. “They were awesome, a total success.” With Taco Mama catering the rehearsal dinner and Café 1217’s delicacies at the reception, guests were treated to standout Hot Springs cuisine.

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The Honeymoon The newlyweds enjoy hiking, and jetted off to honeymoon in Banff National Park, Canada. “We had always talked of going there,” says Emily. She and Kyle traded the 90-plus-degree temperatures of Arkansas in July for Canada’s highs in the 60s and lows in 40s. “It’s the most beautiful place we’ve ever been,” sighs Emily. A favorite of the trip was the hike (30,000 steps according to their cellphone app!) to the top of a mountain called Big Beehive. “There’s a little teahouse halfway up the mountain,” says Emily. “When you got to the top you can see Lake Louise.” Kyle adds, “Pictures don’t do it justice.”

The Clems are happily at home in Hot Springs, gearing up for the Holidays.

Their neighbor’s pet has taken a shine to Emily, thanks to the occasional treat.

“We’re getting ready for Christmas— we’re getting a real Christmas tree,” say the Clems. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, Emily and Kyle!

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riginally from California, Will Byrd’s family moved to Hot Springs during Bill Clinton’s campaign for president.

He met Katie, his wife-to-be, after she graduated from Henderson State University, and the two decided to raise their family here. “I have a degree in finance,” says Will, who works as a parts manager for Riser Ford.

“Katie has a math degree and works at Weyerhauser—we aren’t the most likely bakery owners.” So how in the world did these two brainiacs crack the code behind the ultimate cinnamon roll? I headed downtown to Will’s Cinnamon Shop on a mission to find out.

Will and Katie are furthering an auspicious trend that does Hot Springs proud: they have joined the ranks of young, business-savvy couples restoring the city’s historic architectural landscape. The Byrds undertook a renovation of downtown’s original bus station on Central Avenue, opposite the Central Theatre, and the results are glorious: Will’s Cinnamon Shop features an inspiring Art Deco exterior, a high-ceilinged

interior of exposed brick, ruddy and textural; and big beautiful picture windows.

As I took it all in, my eyes were drawn to the source of a subtly wafting cinnamon-y zephyr. I spied a gleaming counter filled with cupcakes, muffins, cookies, brownies and twists—and an epic tray of cinnamon rolls!

Daughter Kelli manages the family business; she was busy in the kitchen with Team Will, wrangling hundreds of goodies for the annual Taste of the Holidays fundraiser. Sarah, who runs the counter, handed me a mug of Red Light Roastery coffee, whose headquarters are just down the road on Park Avenue. There’s also an espresso machine at the ready and a wide variety of teas, even kombucha. Will’s Cinnamon Shop supports Arkansas family businesses; to that end they also carry Loblolly Ice Cream—celestial product! But this morning’s cold snap called for a cinnamon roll and hot black coffee, and a jolly good morning it turned out to be.

Comfort food makes a home in its own

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pyramid: a personalized tower of memorable dishes, heirloom recipes, enticing desserts. But as breakfast is called the most important meal, a cinnamon roll done right marks the sunrise of comfort food, a spell of bliss that can enliven the entire rest of the day. Perhaps my cinnamon roll obsession is due to those long-ago lunch ladies at Pulaski Heights Elementary, soft-spoken goddesses baking cinnamon rolls bigger than your head, filling the school hallways with delightful spice. All I know is on this blustery winter day I learned Will’s makes the best! And, paired with exquisite Red Light Roastery coffee, the balance of flavors and textures is sublime.

These big fluffy buns are served warm and freshly iced, with a fork for excavating those stripes of cinnamon (playing with your food is a must). Icing comes in five flavors (everything at Will’s is customized, made to order and from scratch) and I chose the menu’s “regular” icing, which should be renamed “extraordinary.” I also sampled Will’s vanilla cream cheese icing (heavenly!) and look forward to tasting the coffee maple (Sarah’s favorite, also made with Red Light Roastery coffee). I am already anticipating Will’s cinnamon rolls topped with zesty lemon icing. And the orange icing—one must set achievable goals for the New Year, after all!

Kelli emerged from the spacious kitchen to spill the beans on her dad’s cinnamon roll obsession. “Dad couldn’t find a cinnamon roll that he really liked, so he looked up some basic recipes and started experimenting,” she explains. “His first tries were like bricks,” she adds, laughing. For months, Will made adjustments to his recipe, trying out the results on fellow cinnamon-roll

obsessives. “I began hanging out in the garage with dad and baking cinnamon rolls,” says Kelli of Will’s home laboratory.

“We baked together for six months.” You can read a bit of the story on Will’s to-go menus. He dates his Ah-Ha Moment to a 2016 visit to Chicago, when he and Katie happened to find a hole-in-the-wall spot that served amazing cinnamon rolls: “While I was sitting there I said, Hot Springs needs a place like this.” Before this epiphany, Will says, “I had never baked a thing that didn’t come out of a box.”

The race was on! After months of trial and error, Will landed on the final recipe. “It hasn’t changed since,” he declares. And

by September 2017, the Byrds were opening the doors of the handsome space they created, a space equal to their vision and their product. (Happy Anniversary, Team Will!) “I honestly still have a hard time calling myself a baker,” Will muses. “There are so many amazing bakers and chefs in this town that I don’t consider myself worthy to be mentioned in the same conversation with. Most of the ideas we have for the shop

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Delicious 5411 Central Avenue (Hwy 7 South) 501.762.3474 622 Carpenter Dam Road 501.262.1100 VOTED Reader’s Choice Award BEST CATFISH three years running! Bubba’s serves up fresh, hand-breaded catfish filets, fried fish, hushpuppies, shrimp, crawfish tails, chicken, poboys and more. Their signature “tartar dill” sauce adds the perfect touch. Polish off your meal with a fried pie and sweet tea. Also try the weekend boiled shrimp special! Carpenter Dam location closed Monday. 7 South location open 7 days a week, 11am-8pm.

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1333-A Albert Pike Road 501.609.5864 Morrison's Fried Pies celebrate the finest in Southernstyle flavor, just like the recipes your Grandma used to make! We don't use canned pie fillings OR preservatives, just sweet delicious fruit in a light flaky crust. Taste the authentic difference with Morrison's Fried Pies. Open Mon.-Tues. and Thurs.-Fri. 7am-6pm; Wed. 7am-5pm, and Sat. 7am-3 pm. Closed Sunday.

3024 Central Avenue 501.624.1552 Now celebrating 66 years in business. We will ship our sauce, visit stubbysbbq.com to order. Featured on the Travel Channel’s BBQ Crawl. Since it was founded in 1952, they have been slow-cooking ribs, beef, pork, ham, and chicken over fragrant hickory logs. Be sure and check out our Holiday Menu, including turkeys, Petit Jean Hams, pork loin, beef tenderloin, prime rib, smoked Alaskan King Crab Legs and more! Catering and gift certificates available. Open 7 days a week, 11:00am to 8pm "Cookin' Que Since '52

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3954 Central Avenue 501.525.9888 Osaka offers exciting Japanese cuisine. Hot Springs’ largest Japanese restaurant, prepares a variety of entreés at the hibachi grill, at the sushi bar, or in traditional Japanese seating. Choose from a full service bar to complement your meal. Whether a cozy evening out or a special occasion, Osaka provides the perfect setting complete with delicious fresh food and upscale ambience. Private party room available. Mon-Thur: Lunch 11am-3pm, Dinner 4:30-10pm. Fri: Lunch 11am-3pm, Dinner: 4:30-10:30pm. Sat-Sun 11am-close.

1534 Malvern Avenue 501.525.0013 Don Juan’s is a family-owned and operated restaurant, the “Home of the Original White Cheese Dip." Offering daily lunch specials! Enjoy Happy Hour Monday-Friday from 3-6 pm. We serve the finest authentic Mexican cuisine, from appetizers, salads and seafood quesadillas, to combination plates. Experience the true flavors of Mexico! Open 11 am - 9 pm Mondays through Thursdays; Saturdays 11 am - 10 pm. Sundays 11 am - 3 pm. Visit online at www.donjuangrill.com.

1607 Albert Pike Rd, Hot Springs 501.623.2406 4640 N. Hwy 7, Hot Springs Village 501.984.5525 If you are wanting the best Mexican food & Margaritas in town you need to dine at El Padrino's. Start by enjoying Happy Hour 7 days a week 3 pm - 8 pm. Also enjoy our nightly dinner specials or order off of our extensive menu. Follow us on Facebook for our Live Music Schedule in addition to every Fri night. We also have a Private Room that can host up to 80 people or inquire about reserving the entire restaurant for your large parties and special occasions. Open for Lunch & Dinner 7 days a week.

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210 Central Ave. (downtown) 501.318.6054 Rolando’s specializes in Nuevo Latino cuisine. This locally owned eatery with a quaint atmosphere rewards the most discriminating diners with a fresh and creative menu ranging from traditional appetizers to deliciously different seafood and Latino entrees.

Discover dining al fresco at the romantic outdoor mountainside patio. Open at 11am 7 days a week. www.rolandosrestaurant.com.

PIZZA 100 Exchange Street 501.781.3405 Grateful Head Pizza & Beer Garden offers delicious braided crust pizzas made with the freshest ingredients, plus sandwiches, salads, hot wings and a wide assortment of the best local craft brews and artisan sodas. Full bar, live music weekly, Jazz on Sundays. Open daily, 11 am – 11 pm.

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501-620-4140 • donjuangrill.com Speaking as a mom, I salute Will’s for HAPPY HOURS: Mon-Fri. 3-6pm HAPPY HOURS: Mon-Fri. 3-6pm making a fun and delicious place for chilSATURDAY 12 oz Margaritas $2.99 (Lime) 12 oz Margaritas $2.99 (Lime) dren to enjoy. The younger ones will like ALL DAY: 32 oz Draft Beer $4.25 (domestic) 32 oz Draft Beer $4.25 (domestic) building their own signature treat (choose from Unicorn or Rainbow sprinkles!) and Will’s offers miniature cinnamon rolls, ready for icing and/or drizzling with caramel, chocolate—even pecans or bacon. As     Sarah notes, “These are on the menu as   Little Willies, but a lot of kids call them ‘cin        namon nuggets.’”

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Freshen Up Holiday Ente Add tasty, crunchy grapes to seasonal dishes

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he holiday season is typically marked by gatherings of friends and family. Whether you're hosting overnight guests, drop-in visitors or an important seasonal meal, taking a fresh approach to the menu can make the get-together more special.

As you prepare for the festivities, consider recipes that feature healthy ingredients such as versatile California grapes, which come in three vibrant colors - red, green and black - and can add a palate-pleasing crunch and plenty of taste to everything from main dishes to sides and even desserts. Heart-healthy grapes are also perfect on their own as a snack and their natural beauty can help enhance any table as an edible garnish or fresh centerpiece.

Using grapes as a featured ingredient in your holiday dishes can provide a fresh twist on seasonal dishes, such as this Grape Dutch Baby or these Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Grapes and Balsamic Glaze. For dessert, use the natural sweetness of grapes to create a smooth Grape Caramel Sauce that can be served as a topping for ice cream or other seasonal desserts.

Seasonal Entertaining with Grapes While the beautiful, vibrant colors of grapes can add visual interest to recipes, they can also serve a variety of purposes when hosting:

• Grapes can make for easy decorations when placed in bowls, on platters or draped from a cake plate.

• Grapes can be "frosted" with sugar, spices and

chopped nuts then served as a finger food or used as a garnish to decorate cakes, cookies, puddings, mousses and other seasonal desserts. Simply dip grape clusters in liquid gelatin then roll in your desired mixture.

• Grapes make for a quick and easy hostess gift.

Wrap multi-colored grape clusters in tissue paper then place them in a basket or tin tied with ribbon.

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ertaining Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Grapes and Balsamic Glaze Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Servings: 4 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved lengthwise 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil pinch of salt freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 cup red California grapes 2 tablespoons ready-to-use balsamic glaze Heat oven to 450 F. On baking sheet, toss sprouts with olive oil, salt and pepper, to taste, until sprouts are wellcoated. Roast until deep golden brown, about 17-20 minutes, turning sprouts halfway through roasting. Stir in grapes and roast 3-5 minutes.

Transfer to bowl and drizzle with glaze or drizzle platter with glaze and pile sprouts on top.

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Grape Caramel Sauce Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Servings: 6 1 pound green or red California grapes, divided 1 tablespoon lemon juice 3/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup water 1/3 cup heavy cream (optional) large pinch of salt ice cream In blender or food processor, combine 12 ounces grapes with lemon juice and puree. Set aside. Coarsely chop remaining grapes.

In medium saucepan, combine sugar and water then bring to boil, stirring a few times.

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eff Taylor has lived in Hot Springs since 2001, and since 2006 he’s worked within the recovery community. He cofounded a ministry, Gethsemane Outreach, about four years ago to address the needs of homeless men here in Hot Springs.

“Gethsemane was put together by Shane Robertson and Emery Beck,” says Jeff. “I’m a layman and Shane is our pastor; Mark West is also a member of our board.”

Gethsemane Outreach’s transformative mission is to help get men off the streets and into healthy, productive lives. Gethsemane is a nonprofit that provides transitional living homes for men, with additional help that is as basic as it is important: Jeff and his team provide haircuts and showers. Jeff says, “We began offering barber services and a place where homeless men can come for a shower or haircut. We collaborate with a pair of great stylists from Curl Up & Dye Salon—Jodie Blackburn and Tiffany Brey—and do Haircuts for the Homeless.” Gethsemane’s team connects with the homeless through recovery meetings, hospital referrals and partner agencies. “Our goal is to help them get started in a new life,” says Jeff.

Over the past spring and summer, Gethsemane Outreach (named for the Biblical garden) worked with Difference Makers of Hot Springs to undertake the restoration of Hot Springs’ original community garden, located at 124 North Palm Street.

The men carefully tended and planted the acreage, building raised beds with donated bricks and growing free food for the surrounding community. Gethsemane’s program includes three transitional homes: Liberty House, Redemption House and Integrity House. “Our clients move through our program, progressing to greater freedom and responsibility,” explains Jeff. “Once they’ve been in the program six months, they can transition to Integrity House. They attend 12step meetings, and we work to help them gain employment.”

pack or coat we have those in supply,” Jeff Throughout the transformative journey Outreach receives calls from folks in need says. “This time of year, we are continually from homelessness to wellness, facilitating of their services and sends a van to shuttle in need of coats to distribute—last month and encouraging self-care has become founthem to their Liberty Street address for somewe gave away 25 coats!” dational. Community partners like the thing as ordinary (yet totally life-affirming) Jeff and his team would like to do haircuts Jackson House, Salvation Army and as a shower and haircut. “Last month, for for the homeless more often. “Right now we Samaritan Ministries help connect folks with example, we provided 30 showers and hairGethsemane’s services. “We cuts, and that’s been a consistent work hand in hand—we’re all “This Time of year, we are conTinually in number. If we could do this every kind of together in this,” notes week—if we could establish a set need of coaTs To disTribuTe— Jeff. Gethsemane also works day of the week, our numbers would lasT monTh we gave away 25 coaTs!” with the United Way, especially increase.” during January’s annual It’s all about putting the Golden Homeless Count, and accepts and distribdo this about once a month, as we are cutting Rule into action: “We’re looking to help peoutes donated resources. “We take donations hair in the house where they live,” he ple—we like helping folks,” says Jeff. “The of coats and blankets, sleeping bags, pup explains. “The logistics can be challenging, men get a lot out of it, plus they get to help tents, backpacks, and when clients come and we’d like to secure a location to offer others too and it builds up their self-esteem. for a shower or haircut, if they need a backbarber services every week.” Gethsemane They’re motivated to lift themselves up.”

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Hospitality for the Holidays: Extreme Family Version Helpful advice for what to do if you don't like your significant other's family Text by Chris Vitale

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or many, family is everything and their number one priority. But naturally not everyone will love them as much as you do. A significant other not liking the others’ family can strain a relationship, but it doesn’t have to.

There’s a reason why meeting your significant other’s family members is a big deal for many couples: There’s always the possibility that you just won’t get along.

At first you might not realize there’s anything wrong, especially if you’re used to making a good first impression. But if your partner’s family starts asking aggressive questions, avoiding direct contact with you, or generally acting disinterested in you, it could be a sign that they’re not your biggest fan.

It works the other way, too: You may not get a good vibe from your potential in-laws.

Maybe their quirky habits or beliefs are unbearable, or they’re so dysfunctional that you can’t have a conversation about anything without starting an argument.

No matter the source, tension between you and your partner’s family can put a strain on your relationship. After all, you two don’t exist in a vacuum: Being with someone means committing to spending time with their friends and relatives. It may hurt your boyfriend or girl54

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friend to learn that you dislike the people they love, but if you want your relationship to progress, you have to be civil toward the people in their lives, even if you can’t stand some of them.

If you’re in the unenviable (but quite common) position of not getting along with your significant other’s family, here’s how to improve the situation.

1. Talk To Your Partner About Your Concerns Don’t hide your true feelings or fears from your partner. If you don’t like their family, or worry that their family doesn’t like you, talk about it openly and honestly. Your partner might be able to shed some light on the situation, since they know their family best.

This is a delicate conversation, so choose your words carefully. Avoid making accusations or bashing certain family members.

Share your concerns in a straightforward but diplomatic way, and trust that your partner will be honest in return.

2. Find Some Common Ground Whether you get along or not, you’re probably going to have to see your partner’s family on occasion, even if it’s just over the holidays.

When the time comes, it’s good to be prepared with some light, pleasant conversation topics

that could potentially give way to bonding.

Before your next visit, do a bit of research on your partner’s family. Look at their social media accounts to see if you have any common interests or tastes you can discuss, like movies, music, sports, food, etc. Honest, genuine efforts to get along with someone are often recognized and rewarded – and even if it fails to land, at least your partner will see that you’re trying.

3. Never Force Your Partner To Choose Between You And Their Family The fastest way to ruin a relationship is to give your partner an ultimatum. Asking your significant other to choose between you and their loved ones will make them feel caught in the middle and they may end up resenting you for it. If you absolutely need to draw a line in the sand about not seeing your partner's family, allow your s.o. to continue the relationship with their family.

Remember, it’s not the end of the world if your partner’s parents don’t like you. Have open, honest conversations about the root issues causing tension between you and the family. Then, try to course-correct and get along for your partner’s sake. You may not feel the love, but in time, you may grow to like each other.

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Caton’s Cubs

A mother’s journey to help others during a time of grief and loss.

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he Holidays bring joy and togetherness, but for many families this time of year can also bring sharp sorrows as we remember loved ones no longer with us. After Hot Springs resident Lisa Rose Jones suffered the loss of her 19-year-old son Caton Jones, she created a unique way to honor his memory and to help other families of Arkansas Hospice patients.

On the morning of January 8, 2016, while home on break from Arkansas State University, Caton was traveling to work as a passenger when an accident led to what most thought would be fatal.

But Caton's warrior spirit would not allow him to stop fighting. For months, he persevered through the recovery of multiple life-threatening injuries. While in rehab, cancer was discovered in Caton's jaw. On November 9, 2016, Caton lost the battle with cancer, but claimed the final victory by entering into eternity with his Lord.

“I started a scholarship in Caton’s name at Kappa Sigma Fraternity at ASU in Jonesboro,” says Lisa. During the time Caton spent in Arkansas Hospice care, his sister recorded the sound of his heartbeat on a smart phone. The family transferred the recording to an electronic “heart” inside a teddy bear, and the concept of Caton’s Cubs was born. Partnering with Arkansas Hospice, the Jones family and generous donors have since then provided these personalized teddy bears to families of Arkansas Hospice pediatric patients. The human heartbeat is more unique than even a fingerprint, an underlying rhythm that defines each cherished life.

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Arkansas Hospice serves more than 30 pediatric patients annually, and the Caton’s Cubs program allows purchase of plush teddy bears and Doppler devices to detect a patient’s heartbeat. The sounds are transferred to heart-shaped speakers that replay the beats whenever the bear is hugged and squeezed.

As Arkansas Hospice pediatric care coordinator Wendy Rice notes, “When they squeeze the bear and hear the heartbeat for the first time, tears of appreciation and joy flow.”

“The response to Caton’s Cubs has been incredible,” says Lisa. “Donations and ‘shares’ on social media, and telling your friends and family about the program, ensure that Caton’s Cubs are given to every family with a child under the care of Arkansas Hospice.” You can find out more by visiting www.catonscubs.org, or following on Facebook at Caton’s Cubs.

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winkling lights, festive soirees, family gatherings, wrapping paper and bows inspire me to get glowing for the Holidays. What about you?

Here are my go-to steps for creating the perfect Holiday Glow: Find your favorite exfoliant to reveal your brightest, healthiest skin. Moisturizing ingredients penetrate deeper into the skin when dead skin cells have been removed from the top layer of the epidermis.

After you exfoliate, apply a hydrating face mask. Look for Hyaluronic acid which holds 100x its weight in water and Vitamin C to amp up brightening. Most masks are left on clean skin for 5-10 minutes and are removed with warm water. Easy Peasy. Hydrated skin is healthy skin!

Slick on a silicone based primer to create a smooth palette for foundation, concealer, and/or powder. Primers do exactly what you would expect, prime the skin before makeup by balancing out texture, tone, and minimizing the appearance of pores.

Highlighter! This is the can’t miss step right here. I prefer a cream based highlighter as it is easy to apply and provides the perfect amount of shimmer to highlight your best features. Blend by patting product onto the tops of the cheekbones, above and below the brow bone, down the center of the nose, and above the lip.

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Dr. Michael Hubbard MD Richard Planzo, NP-C Orthopaedic Center of Hot Springs 1900 Malvern Ave Ste 301 501.321.0555 Toll Free 800.366.0468 www.OrthoCenterHS.com

National Park Medical Center 1910 Malvern Avenue 501.321.1000 Toll Free 877.320.3222 www.NationalParkMedical.com Levi Hospital 300 Prospect Ave. 501.624.1281 www.levihospital.com

PediatRics Jana M. Martin, M.D., F.A.A.P Tracy L. Rowe, M.D., F.A.A.P Julia C. Togami, M.D., F.A.A.P Sarah B. Hardy, M.D., F.A.A.P Jessica D. Cannon, D.O., F.A.A.P David Matthew York, A.P.R.N. Hot Springs Pediatric Clinic, PA 1920 Malvern Ave. 501.321.1314 www.hotspringspediatric.com

PRosthetic & oRthotic seRvices New Hope Prosthetics & Orthotics 1635 Higdon Ferry Rd. Suite F 501.525.4040 PsychiatRy/geRiatRic PsychiatRy Charles Lane, M.D. Peter Guresky, M.D. NPMC Senior Care Center 1900 Malvern Avenue 501.620.1238

senioR caRe Arkansas Home Care Assistance 3955 Central Ave. Ste.4 501.463.9425 www.homecareassistancearkansas.com Charles Lane, M.D. Peter Guresky, M.D. NPMC Senior Care Center 1900 Malvern Avenue 501.620.1238 Superior Senior Care 501.623.7767 www.superiorseniorcare.com suRgeRy centeRs

PulMonaRy Medicine Mushtaq Ahmad, MD, FCCP Albert Chinn, MD, FCCP Pulmonology Associates of Hot Springs 1900 Malvern Ste. 302 501.624.4700 www.PulmonologyAssociatesHS.com

Arkansas Center for Surgical Excellence 208 McCauley Ct 501.623.9200 www.arsurgical.com Wellness/Weight loss Rockstar Weight Loss & Wellness Clinic 2836 Malvern Ave. 501.701.4854 www.rockstarclinic.net

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Dr. Thomas Pullig Jerry Cannaday, MD NPMC Healthcenter at Hot Springs Village 121 Cordoba Center Drive Ste. 400, HSV 501.915.0837 www.HSVHealthCenter.com

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Hot Springs Health & Fitness has something for everyone! Choose from a packed schedule of group fitness classes, giant splash pad, a virtual spin studio, a new Fitness on Demand option for those who can’t make the regularly scheduled classes. SportFit, Outdoor Functional Fitness area, personal training, 6 lighted tennis courts, racquetball, basketball and two swimming pools. Free childcare is available with family memberships. Want to lose 20 lbs in 30 days?

Try the best weight loss program around-20/30 Fast Track Plan. Call Kelly at 501.525.8446 to attend the free seminar. Hot Springs Health & Fitness is beside Hot Springs Mall. 281 Lake Hamilton Dr., 501-525-4900 • www.hshf.net Hot Springs Life & Home | DECEMBER 2018 |

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