Beaver, Arkansas is a town in the Ozarks Mountains of around 100 people. The most notable feature is the bridge pictured above, which they call the "Little Golden Gate Bridge." A scenic highway runs through the area, which is popular with road trippers and motorcyclists. Beaver is home to an inn, RV park, theme park and general store. It was also featured in the … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Beaver, AR
Southern Stays: Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Visitors to Charleston are spoiled for choice when it comes to places to stay, especially downtown. But it's next to impossible to find a hotel room for less than $200 per night downtown. On a recent trip, I found a deal for a room at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina in Mount Pleasant for less than $100. It's located at the foot of the iconic Arthur Ravenel bridge, … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Classic Eats: The Hollywood Cafe
Classic Eats is a series about old-school and beloved Southern dining establishments. Do you have suggestions? Leave them in the comments. The Hollywood Cafe in Tunica Resorts, also known as Robinsonville, Mississippi is as much a part of legend here as blues artists. It was referenced in the famous song "Walking in Memphis" by musician Mark Cohn, who has his own wall of … [Read more...] about Classic Eats: The Hollywood Cafe
Small Town Saturday: Rogers, AR
The town of Rogers, Arkansas is a suburb near Fayetteville and Bentonville. The town was established in 1881 on the Saint Louis and San Francisco Railway. It was home to the first official Wal-Mart store in the country. Daisy Rifles were also started here and a museum is devoted to the products. A number of small mercantiles opened in the 1900s and the buildings still exist … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Rogers, AR
Film Friday: Ant Man
A con man, played by Paul Rudd, gets the chance for redemption when his mentor transforms him into an insect-sized super hero in order to save the world in this Marvel film. Evangeline Lilly, Judy Greer, John Slattery, and Michael Douglas also star. Filmed In: Atlanta and Fayetteville, Georgia; additional scenes filmed in California If You Like: The Green Lantern, Iron … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Ant Man