Life + Culture

Passion, Precision and Purpose

Meet Five Local Men Whose Work, Talent and Leadership Are Making Little Rock Better Article by Anna Yanosick | Photography by Katie Adkins Photography, Jon Yoder and Contributed Dr. Pouya Hemmati Cardiovascular Surgeon at Baptist Health Dr. Hemmati literally has the precision of a robot. Using the Intuitive da Vinci robotic system, he performs minimally invasive heart surgeries, leading to less pain and faster recoveries. Surgically trained at Mayo Clinic in Minnesota, Dr. Hemmati is...

Life + Culture

Hats Off to Giving

With Signature Style and Spirit, this Little Rock Group is Turning Events into Meaningful Giving Article by Anna Yanosick | Photography by Contributed From crawfish boils and golf tournaments to chili cook-offs and pickleball, The Hat Club knows how to make a difference while having a good time. With their distinct hats and big hearts, the men of this Little Rock-based social club have donated nearly $1 million to more than 30 local charities.  “We don’t take ourselves too seriously, but we...

Entertainment

Dad's Day Out

Some Ideas for a Father's Day He Won't Forget Article by Stephanie Hasbrouck | Photography by Contributed School is out, the sun is shining and Father’s Day is the perfect time to plan a fun day out with Dad. From tee times, ballgames and bowling to cooking classes, spa treatments and time on the trails, we’ve rounded up a few favorite local excursions to help make his weekend extra memorable. Make It a Golf Day For a full day of fun, visit Rebsamen Golf Course. Nestled in a bend of the...

Food + Beverage

On the Rocks

Legacy Team Offers Their Picks for the Perfect Pour Article by Stephanie Hasbrouck | Photography by Contributed Cheers! We asked the team at Legacy Wine and Spirits to share a few of their favorite bourbons — plus one standout whisky — and they did not disappoint. Whether you’re shopping for Father’s Day, stocking the bar cart or simply raising a glass to someone special, these picks are worth a pour. Rock Town Winner's Circle 6 Year Kentucky Bourbon "Made with Arkansas corn, wheat and...

Life + Culture

Inspiring Women

Giving Flowers to the Women Breaking Barriers, Building Legacies and Serving Others Article by Anna Yanosick | Photography by Sarah Bussey Photography This month, we celebrate four women whose impact spans service, real estate, nonprofit leadership and artistry: Toni Rose, who made history as the first black woman to hold the position of Chief Deputy of the Pulaski County Detention Facility; Allison Pickell, a top-producing real estate agent who earned the 2025 International President’s Elite...

Beauty

The Spa at Rockwater

Enjoy a Perfect Day of Pampering in a Resort-Like Setting Article by Anna Yanosick | Photography by Hailey Faria Photography If there is anyone who deserves a moment of relaxation, it’s mothers. This Mother’s Day, treat her to a well-earned pampering at The Spa at Rockwater. “The Spa at Rockwater is the perfect Mother's Day destination because all of our focus goes directly to the client,” Owner Brandy Kyle says. “Our intention is to pamper and refresh each client individually. No...

Arts + Culture

Beauty from Ashes

What Began as Care for One Has Become Comfort for Many Article by Anna Yanosick | Photography by Provided Keri Miller found a special way to honor her late mother while also bringing comfort to others. After learning how to make cold-pressed soap to ease her mother’s pain during chemotherapy, she founded Beauty from Ashes Candle Co., which offers artisan soaps, candles and skincare products using eco-friendly and phthalate-free formulas for gentle nourishment.  From grief to giving When...

Life + Culture

Women Empowering Women

The Women's Foundation of Arkansas Is Advancing Opportunity, Education and Economic Mobility for Women and Girls Article by Anna Yanosick | Photography by Provided To say the Women’s Foundation of Arkansas supports women would be an understatement. This 28-year-old organization is the only statewide foundation focused solely on women and girls in Arkansas.  “We strive to not only expand educational opportunities for women who do not have access to them, but also empower and equip women with...

Shopping

Mother's Day Gift Inspo

Thoughtful gifts that reflect her style, her rituals and her individuality Article by Stephanie Hasbrouck | Photography by Provided Mother’s Day is a chance to celebrate the women who shape our lives, and the best gifts should be just as thoughtful and distinctive as they are. These gift ideas are both personal and enduring: timeless fine jewelry she’ll treasure for years to come, a stunning vintage handbag with stories stitched into every seam, a pair of European antique chairs that make a...

Arts + Culture

A Long Investment

Artist Laura Welshans Patiently Works in Layers to Distill Stunning Landscapes Article by Stephanie Hasbrouck | Photography by Contributed Tell us about your work. What inspires you? I create minimalist abstract paintings inspired by landscapes. Particularly, geological formations shaped by erosion. I’m drawn to places like southern Utah, the Grand Canyon, the Wasatch Range, Ireland’s Causeway Coast and all around me in Arkansas. What inspires me most are the essential forms within those...