Following The Yellow Brick Road The history of NCAFAE must start at the beginning of the Yellow Brick Road. The North Central Arkansas Foundation for the Arts and Education was first envisioned by Mrs. Irene Puckett, a retired educator and lover of the Arts in her own right. She sensed a hunger for … [Read more...]
Lake Area Graduates
Class of 2020 for Shirley, West Side, Concord, Quitman, Rose Bud and Clinton High Schools.
Web Exclusive – Drink of the Month
Drink of Month - Fuzzy Navel Fresh and fresher! The Fuzzy Navel is a classic, relaxing summer drink to sip on your deck to take to your summer ending picnic. Ingredients: •1 oz Vodka •1 oz peach schnapps •Top with orange juice •Swirl together Garnish with orange slice. Preparation: Combine vodka, … [Read more...]
Web Exclusive: Sightseeing on the Lake
Web Exclusive: Sightseeing on the Lake Summer is coming to an end and everyone is getting ready for cooler temperatures to set in. Boating is one of the many things that can still be enjoyed this time of year. Sightseeing on the lake can be a breath-taking experience during the fall as many of the … [Read more...]
Web Exclusive- Conference, Arts & Visitor Center Featuring – The Clark Family Trio
On August 23rd, the North Central Arkansas Foundation for the Arts and Education will feature The Clark Family Trio, accompanied by guitarist Bill Nesbitt, perform modern Bluegrass, Americana and Gospel favorites, featuring tight three-part "family" harmonies and fingerstyle and flatpicked acoustic … [Read more...]
Web Exclusive- Conference, Arts & Visitor Center Featuring – The Clark Family Trio
On August 23rd, the North Central Arkansas Foundation for the Arts and Education will feature The Clark Family Trio, accompanied by guitarist Bill Nesbitt, perform modern Bluegrass, Americana and Gospel favorites, featuring tight three-part "family" harmonies and fingerstyle and flatpicked acoustic … [Read more...]
My Opinion: The Red, The White, The Blue…The Green
I am writing this on April 3 — for your reading pleasure in the month of May — and a merry, merry one it is indeed, at least at our house. Even though this was written a month in advance (which, by the way, is actually late), there has been absolutely nothing to indicate that anything will have … [Read more...]
My Opinion: All Rubbed, Pampered and Porked Out
For most people, I expect the thought of several days at a luxurious spa resort conjures up images of impossibly-fit people in snazzy workout gear engaging in all manner of group activities designed to render said people even more fit. Then, I expect, most people might envision those same … [Read more...]
No tall tales!
"Tales from the South" is a showcase of writers reading their own true stories. While the show itself is unrehearsed, the literary memoirs have been worked on for weeks leading up to the readings. Stories range from funny to touching, from everyday occurances to life-altering tragedies. "Tales from … [Read more...]
Web Exclusive: Clint’s Corned Beef Recipe
"Saint Patricks Day just wouldn't be the same without traditional Corned Beef and Cabbage. My mom made this one of my fondest childhood memories. If you want to spice it up a little, add some thyme. If you don't have time to make this delicious meal at home, come join us at Indian Hills Country … [Read more...]