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Amanda's Little Rock Blog February 2004 Archive

By Amanda Galiano, About.com Guide to Little Rock since 1999

Preparing for the "Globecoming"

Sunday February 29, 2004
That's right, the Clinton Presidential Library grand opening is in November and the spin doctors have named that week "Arkansas Globecoming" because the library is expected to be visited from ... Read More

Museum of Discovery : Cold Blooded Creatures

Saturday February 28, 2004
The Museum of Discovery is having their annual "cold-blooded creatures" exhibit this weekend (Feb 27-28, 2004). It's a great chance for kids and adults to get up close and ... Read More

Don't Forget the New Tax Date!

Friday February 27, 2004
This is the first year Arkansas state taxes are due at the same time as federal income taxes (April 15). Previously, state taxes weren't due until May! Don't forget ... Read More

New Plant in Arkansas?

Thursday February 26, 2004
Another automotive supply company may announce by early April plans to build a plant in eastern Arkansas. Read more. Arkansas is becoming a better and better state to get a ... Read More

Go Fishing!

Tuesday February 24, 2004
This is perfect fishing weather! You should plan a trip for this weekend or play hookey from work. I won't tell!

Pretty Days

Saturday February 21, 2004
The weather has been so nice this weekend! It's the perfect weather to take the family outside! City Parks The Little Rock Zoo Arkansas Botanical Gardens Pinnacle Mountain

Eating Off the Beaten Path

Thursday February 19, 2004
Do you know of a hidden Little Rock restaurant gem? I was watching a story on the local news the other day and a woman commented that a lot ... Read More

Opponents of Summit Mall Win!

Wednesday February 18, 2004
Simon has advised the city of Little Rock that it will not proceed with the development plan which has been subject to litigation and an impending referendum. They are ... Read More

Krispy Kremes Are Here!

Tuesday February 17, 2004
I didn't get to sample the fares this morning (I hear traffic was backed up for hours and still is at 7:00 am) but Krispy Kremes Doughnuts opened today in ... Read More

Happy Daisy Bates Day

Monday February 16, 2004
That's right, in Arkansas President's Day is also Daisy Gatson Bates day. You can find out more about the holiday and when it was signed into law on this site. ... Read More

Looks like we won't have another AR President!

Tuesday February 10, 2004
Wesley Clark just announced that he will be dropping out of the presidential election after coming in 3rd in the Feb. 10 primaries. He will make his official announcement ... Read More

Little Rock Microbreweries

Monday February 9, 2004
Want some great, fresh beer in Little Rock? Check out these great microbrewers who micro brew their own Ales in the capital city.

Evanesence Wins a Grammy

Sunday February 8, 2004
Local band, Evanesence, just won the grammy for best new artist! Go Evanesence! All About Evanesence

Little Rock Central High

Sunday February 8, 2004
Doing a report on Little Rock Central? Just want to learn more about the nine students who changed the world in 1957? Here are some great resources for ... Read More

Winter Weather, Stay Inside

Thursday February 5, 2004
Looks like Punxsutawney Phil was right! The weather is getting frightful. It's cold, icy and might get worse. Check KATV for the latest. While we're all stuck inside ... Read More

Ground Hog Day!

Monday February 2, 2004
Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow but Little Rock's resident groundhog didn't! Maybe winter will end early here! Why should Pennsylvania's ground hog get to predict our weather? Little ... Read More

Arkansas Unsafe?

Monday February 2, 2004
A study by the American Medical Association suggest that Arkansas is not prepared for a bioterroristic attack. (Read more) Decoding the Color Code Hospitals Make a Safe Room

The Starks Setting Records

Sunday February 1, 2004
KATV reports that a local band, The Starks, is setting record sales records. (Read more) They had a sold out show at Juanita's and sold over 134 copies of their album. More ... Read More

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