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AY Publisher Heather Baker Talks Romance on The Vine

February 13, 2019

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Cupid is making his rounds this week, and romance is in the air. If you’re still undecided about where to go or what to do this weekend for Valentine’s, AY has your back. AY Publisher stopped by The Vine this morning to talk to Laura Monteverdi about the most romantic spots in Arkansas. Heather listed her top four favorite romantic places in Arkansas[...]

The Four Most Romantic Spots in Arkansas

February 13, 2019

Tyler Hale

Blog, Out & About, Travel

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Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and everybody’s looking for the perfect Valentine’s date. But where’s the best place to take your sweetie pie? Fortunately, Arkansas is a treasure trove of romantic getaways. We've picked out a few of our favorites from around the state. Eureka Springs Eureka Springs is the perfect place to spend[...]

Get Your Italian Food Fix at Luigi’s Pizza & Pasta in Bryant

February 13, 2019

Lisa Fischer

Blog, Food, Out & About

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Hungry diners in Saline County know about the gem on the frontage road that serves seafood, sandwiches and pasta six days a week. Luigi’s Pizza & Pasta in Bryant is a family-friendly restaurant with a full bar. Some remember the original location on Chicot Rd., but this location has been open for 11 years. Start your meal off right with one of Luig[...]

Treat Yourself to Some Bourbon and Tapas at Allsopp & Chapple

February 8, 2019

Tyler Hale

Blog, Food, Out & About

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Cold weather is battering Little Rock again, and you need something to keep the chill at bay. Fortunately, we have just the medicine for you. After all, there’s nothing a little bourbon can’t fix! On Thursday, Feb. 21, join AY and Rock Town Distillery at Allsopp & Chapple for a night of “Bourbon and Tapas!” Enjoy the smoky bourbons that Rock Town i[...]

Embrace Your Creativity at Pinot's Palette!

February 7, 2019

Matthew King

Arts & Culture, Blog, Out & About

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Looking for an activity to do with your significant other this Valentine’s Day? Check out Pinot’s Palette! They offer individual painting classes, private parties and public sessions for those ages 5 and up who want to learn how to paint. “We do all kinds of painting sessions,” Pinot’s Pleasant Ridge owner Lisa Montgomery says. “You can bring in any fo[...]

ACS Holding Exclusive Showing of True Detective Episode

February 7, 2019

Tyler Hale

Arts & Culture, Blog, Out & About

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Are you as excited about the return of True Detective as we are? Then you’ll be even more excited to learn that there will be an exclusive screening of the show’s next episode with a Q&A! This Monday, the Arkansas Cinema Society is hosting a special screening of True Detective’s sixth episode “Hunters in the Dark,” written by Graham Gordy. After th[...]

Heather Baker's Weekend Plans: Fishing, Bourbon and More

February 7, 2019

Tyler Hale

Blog, Out & About

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Stay “in the know” about all the great events going on around Arkansas. AY’s Publisher, Heather Baker, will tell you what the hot spots are this weekend. Thursday, Feb. 7 What: Shhhhh-ICAGO Speakeasy Where: Rock Town Distillery When: 5:30 p.m. Go back in time to Prohibition-era Chicago – the Roaring Twenties! Get into the spirit of evening[...]

Find Out About AY Publisher Heather Baker's Fun Fishing Trip!

February 6, 2019

AY Staff

Blog, Out & About

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Did you know that fly-fishing is the fastest-growing sport among females? Neither did we until this morning when we watched The Vine! AY Publisher Heather Baker dropped by The Vine to talk about the fun fishing trip she took last weekend. With a group of girlfriends and guides from Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, she learned how to fly-fish and was[...]

Walk for Wheezy to Support Arkansas Children's Hospital

February 6, 2019

Lisa Fischer

Blog, Out & About, People

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They gave her the nickname “Wheezy” because her mom says, “She was on oxygen a good portion of her infant and toddler life, and it made a wheezing sound.” But that never stopped Eloise Owen from living life to its fullest, until that day in January 2016 when her body couldn’t fight hypoplastic left heart syndrome any longer. She was just 9 ½ years old. [...]

Glamour for a Good Cause: Wolfe Street Foundation Rolls Out Red Carpet

February 5, 2019

Alexis Nalley

Blog, Out & About

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Known for its selfless nonprofit work, the Wolfe Street Foundation has been working tirelessly since 1982 to bring to life its mission of providing facilities, outreach and education to those recovering from substance abuse. According to its Executive Director, Joy Reynolds, over 20 years ago, the foundation organized a fundraiser that took the form of an[...]