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Amanda's Little Rock Blog December 2007 Archive

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

Candidates Show Off Pakistan Knowledge

Monday December 31, 2007
Most of us are probably following Iowa pretty closely because it affects two former Arkansans. This week, the candidates were tested on foreign policy with their responses to ... Read More

McFadden To Play In Cotton Bowl?

Sunday December 30, 2007
There is a bit of controversy surrounding McFadden and the Cotton Bowl, but part of it has to do with a poorly researched story by KARK. I am a ... Read More

New Year's Eve Parties

Wednesday December 26, 2007
I promised I'd tell you some places to spend New Year's in yesterday's blog. I didn't forget. Here are a few places that I know of to spend New ... Read More

Merry Christmas To All

Tuesday December 25, 2007
Merry Christmas everyone. I hope everyone is having a nice day, whether you celebrate the holiday or not. It's not too late to think about seeing some holiday lights. Most ... Read More

Restaurant News For Holiday Shopppers

Friday December 21, 2007
I know when I go shopping, the first thing on my mind is when and where I'll stop for dinner or lunch. There are a few fairly new restaurants ... Read More

Huckabee's Cross Video

Wednesday December 19, 2007
If you haven't seen Mike Huckabee's Christmas greeting, you can find it on YouTube. It's gotten a lot of flack in the media because not only does he say, ... Read More

Who Needs To Relax? Try a Day Spa

Monday December 17, 2007
With the holidays fast approaching, I know that most people are getting by with little time and ittle sleep, and are probably reaching the upper levels of their stress limit. ... Read More

Visitor Question: Christmas Music Stations?

Sunday December 16, 2007
A visitor wrote me earlier today and asked where she could listen to some great holiday tunes on the radio. I only know of one station off hand that ... Read More

Ballet Arkansas Presents The Nutcracker

Friday December 14, 2007
You and your family can see The Nutcracker performed by Ballet Arkansas on December 15, 2007 at 3 & 8 pm and on December 16, 2007 at 3 ... Read More

The Delta Exhibition

Thursday December 13, 2007
The Delta Exhibition is back at the Arkansas Arts Center. This annual exhibit showcases artists from the delta region, including Arkansas. It's one of my favorite exhibits at ... Read More

Finally! Bobby Petrino Signs On As Coach

Wednesday December 12, 2007
We finally have a coach! This former coached of the Atlanta Falcons resigned after just 13 games (and a Michael Vick controversy). Let's hope he sticks with us ... Read More

Chuck Norris & Mike Huckabee

Tuesday December 11, 2007
I was talking about the Chuck Norris/Mike Huckabee campaign ad with some friends the other day, and it dawned on me that some of my readers may not have seen ... Read More

20th Anniversary Gingerbread Extravaganza

Saturday December 8, 2007
Today from 9-5pm at the Arkansas State Capitol is the Gingerbread Extravaganza. It's too late to enter but it's lots of fun to look at the houses. Admission ... Read More

No Grobe

Thursday December 6, 2007
Well, I give up on predicting the new coach. It seems like Arkansas is helping to give a lot of coaches a merry Christmas though.

What Forest?! Who Is Jim Grobe?

Thursday December 6, 2007
According to several of my favorite news feeds, the Razorback foundation approved a salary supplement Wednesday for Wake Forest coach Jim Grobe. The Razorback Foundation is a private fundraising ... Read More

Darren McFadden Announced As Heisman Finalist

Wednesday December 5, 2007
Darren McFadden is one of four Heisman finalist. His competition includes Florida quarterback Tim Tebow, Missouri quarterback Chase Daniel and Hawaii quarterback Colt Brennan. Good luck Darren! Photo copyright Ronald Martinez ... Read More

Shop and Spin At The Little Rock Zoo

Tuesday December 4, 2007
Join the animals at the Little Rock Zoo this Friday and Saturday from 4:00-8:00 for a special Christmas celebration. There will be choirs, crafts and fun gifts in the gift ... Read More

Clinton School Discusses Broadband

Tuesday December 4, 2007
A topic that is interesting to me, being a computer geek, is the Internet. With forecasters projecting that the Internet could run out of capacity before 2010, I'm especially ... Read More

Restaurants For Holiday Parties

Monday December 3, 2007
It is the time of year for parties and gatherings and here are a few restaurants in town that will accommodate your celebrations. There are plenty of other restaurants in town, ... Read More

Looking For Holiday Photos

Sunday December 2, 2007
Anyone have any great photos of any of the lighting ceremonies around the state? Unfortunately, I can't get to them all, but I'd like to set up a photo gallery ... Read More

Autographed Copies of "Giving" Available From Clinton Foundation

Saturday December 1, 2007
You can get an autographed copy of President Clinton's new book, "Giving," from the Clinton Foundation. With an online donation of $100 to the Clinton Foundation, you will receive ... Read More

Auburn Offers Tuberville $19.8 Million To Stay

Saturday December 1, 2007
Arkansas is going to have to offer Tommy Tuberville some serious jack if they really do want him to come here and coach. From Everything Albama's Blog: "A firm offer ... Read More

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