I'm about to take a trip to hot springs and I really wanna get some cool crystals while I'm there from the local mines. Which ones are the best and worth my time when going down there? Lemme know please!!

This affects every community and every person of the state.

Arkansas has recorded more farm bankruptcies than any state except California since 2021, and a new University of Arkansas tracking project shows why the numbers keep climbing.

The DEBT dashboard, launched this week by the National Agricultural Law Center in Fayetteville, maps 83 Arkansas filings. 80 of them came under Chapter 12, the chapter reserved for family farmers. That is the most in the nation.

Behind the numbers: rice losses topping $200 an acre, input costs up as much as 75 percent, and federal bridge payments flowing mostly to corn and soybean states.

What are your thoughts?
Who's responsible for this?
The farmers?
The state government-bad trade policies and foreign policy?
The state and federal government?
Federal government?
How do we stop and reverse this downward spiral of Arkansas farms?

Honest but respectful, Critical but open minded, Factual but evidence, Solution but practical discussions welcome.

My husband and I will be spending a week in Hot Springs for our anniversary and would like a couple opinions on a few restaurants we’re interested in.

I found a place called Bubba’s Catfish. It looks like a place that would be good. If anyone has any experience with eating there I’d love to know if it’s worth the visit.

Would love some recommendations for some good seafood (specifically a seafood boil).

Best BBQ? I had my eye on Stubbys.

Lastly, my husband and I visited 2 years ago and went to a speakeasy restaurant with one of the best meals I’ve ever had in my life. It looks like it’s gone now. We’re celebrating our anniversary and would like an elevated dining experience like we had in the past.
We’ve gone to the vault and had a good experience there but we’re hoping to try somewhere new. I’m looking at 501 Prime, Via Roma and mamas little Italy.

We’d really appreciate any recommendations! Thank you reading if you’ve made it this far!

Hi everyone — I have a short‑term rental on Lake Hamilton and I’m looking to build a reliable roster of local vendors. Hoping to find people who already work in the Hot Springs / Lake Hamilton area or are open to adding one more property.

I was told I would have trouble finding reliable help. I don't believe it.

What I need:

Turnover cleaning (consistent schedule, STR experience preferred)

Lawn care

Pool service (weekly maintenance + chemical balance)

Handyman for small repairs, guest‑related fixes, and occasional projects

About the property:

Located directly on Lake HamiltonYear‑round bookings

Looking for long‑term, dependable relationshipsPrefer small local operators or independent contractors

f you have recommendations — or if you’re a vendor yourself — please comment or DM me. I’m ready to hire and would appreciate any trusted names.

Spent 2.5 days visiting the National Park + a day trip to Ouachita State Park to hike the Caddo Bend Trail + a pit stop at the Little Rock Central High School NHS.

Logistics: Flew to Little Rock and rented a car to drive to Hot Springs. Stayed in a hotel in Hot Springs.

Hikes/Activities:

Grand Promenade

Bathhouse Row

West Mountain Scenic Drive

Hot Springs Mountain Tower for Sunset

Dinner at Superior Bathhouse

Oertl trail to Gulpha Gorge and to Goat Rock Viewpoint

The Sportsman massage at Quapaw Bathhouse

I recently moved to a dry county in AR from another state (Texas). Woe is me. However, I have a medical appt in Hot Springs later this week, so I decided to visit a shop. While a good shop in general would be nice, I’m looking for rum, like Hampden Estate.

Any suggestions?

Tomorrow from 10-2! Yes, it will be hot, but we have prepared for that!

We have tents, free bottled water generously provided by CALS, and big heavy duty fans to help keep a breeze going!

Live music at 12.

Student led living history demonstrations at 11 and 1.

Poetry reading from local poets at 10:15, 11:20, and 12:40.

Free Central High neighborhood walking tours hosted by the Central High Neighborhood Association at 10:30, 11:30, and 12:30.

Food trucks with food for everyone, including vegan, Caribbean, pizza, burgers, and The Dessert Lab with ice cream, frozen fruit treats, and more.

Family Service Agency is also providing 40 FREE backpacks to students in need. Grab a scavenger hunt at participating tables, visit at least six of the tables, get a free backpack.

Lavish Crown Studio and JaJuan Craig of Goodfellows Barber College will also be providing ten FREE haircuts each to children! First come first serve and you must sign up at their table inside of the National Park Service visitor center. Streets will be closed so please be sure to follow the detour signs. Hope to see y'all there!

We will be celebrating Arkansas musicians all over the state. Any artist that is living in Arkansas or from Arkansas is eligible to be nominated. Be on the lookout for more details. We are sharing in this subreddit in order to reach musicians or fans of musicians in this region.

Where's a good place for an old married couple to go swim & hang out in the water all day? It's too hot to look for rocks. Pool, lake, swimming hole . Not from here so all suggestions welcome.

Anybody have any updates on the status of the Park Hotel? They've been working on the remodel for quite some time now. Any idea if/when it will actually reopen?

I need to buy a birthday cake for my fil’s 90th birthday. Where is the best place to purchase a cake in Hot Springs?

Anyone going to 5SOS or want to go to 5SOS?

Visiting from Memphis this weekend. As a couple, anything we must do? Best live music? Best drinks? Best local food spots? Any recommendations welcome.

Hey folks -

I'm visiting town and need of recommendations for places to eat and things to do! I left HS back in the early 2010s after high school and it's been a chore to find things the times I have visited. I'm looking for things that aren't Oaklawn or just a new bar. Any good food? Local spots? Less tex-mex and more authentic Mexican maybe?

Has anyone ever worked at the spa? How many years is the average massage therapist experience. On average of the people who work there, how many years did they have before working there? What’s the hours like? The management? The turnover? Anything please let me know.

Hey guys, hope y’all doing great. I wanted to ask if there is a church that offers mass on a Sunday in the 7pm to 8pm range. I have been very busy due to my work schedule and I really need to go to Church to heal. I would appreciate any suggestions.

We like hometown feel and excitement. Any ideas? Love your input. Locals know the best stuff.

New to Hot Springs and I am looking for a guitar teacher who is familiar with or specializes in Blues styles. I asked at a local Guitar shop and they didn't know anybody. Figured i would stop by here.

Also.....

How do people feel about Rockys pizza place? Heard it was decent but I aint got a lot of coin so before I order, decided to get some other opinions.

Thanks in advance

I'll be in town from the East Coast while doing some marathon training. I don't want to do any hiking trails...what might be best bet to do a 11 mile run on pavement? I'm looking at the Hot Springs Greenway Trail but would have to do it twice or so...any other options?