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12/17/00 - What Not to Do in Arkansas
Read this before you walk your cow! Learn about what not to do if you're in Arkansas. Some of Arkansas's laws are bizarre!

12/08/00 - Be a Secret Agent
Are you nosy? Do you want to spy on your neighbors? You can't get into their houses (unless they have a webcam) but you can find out some things your neighbors might not want you to know.

11/28/00 - Sam Walton: Retail Success Story
The founder of Wal-Mart came from a retail family and learned the importance of happy customers and happy employees early on. If you love the stores or if you hate them, you have to admire the man behind them.

11/25/00 - Who Wants to be a Hillbilly?
People think all Arkansans are hillbillies! What would "Who Wants to be a Millionaire" sound like if Bubba Philbin was host and it was done on the set of Hee-Haw? Take a look at the this quiz!

10/21/00 - Holiday Shopping Guide
Skip the malls and shop these great local merchants. You can find great gifts with an Arkansas twist for everyone on your shopping list (and you can order most of them on-line!).

10/14/00 - Daytrippin' in Downtown Hot Springs
Want something to do this weekend? Head to Hot Springs for a day full of fun! Hot Springs is great for families, couples, and singles in the summer, winter and fall. In other words, Hot Springs has something to offer everyone!

09/27/00 - Canned Game - Fenced Hunting
How can the natural state exploit wildlife like this? We are supposed to respect our wildlife! Read my views on the fenced hunting (or "canned hunting") issue. Hunting is one thing, killing trapped animals is a different story.

09/20/00 - Razorsources: The Piggiest Places in Cyberspace
It's football season and that means more Razorbacks fans will be surfing the web looking for information. Where you should surf when you want to know more about the Hogs? Check out my favorite Razorback resources.

09/13/00 - Naming Your Baby
Are you having a baby? Naming your child is one of the most important decisions you can make as a parent! Check out the most popular baby names in the United States and in Arkansas to help you pick the perfect name.

09/06/00 - Nature's Canvas
Reports say that the fall foliage this year will be mediocre because of the heat. Don't be disheartened! I think that even a mediocre season in Arkansas will be great! Check out this information on seeing the autumn colors in Arkansas.

08/30/00 - Go Mark Go!
Learn about Batesville native Mark Martin's career as a NASCAR driver and about his successful business in Searcy Arkansas. This speed racer, super stud and executive director proves that you can do it all.

08/23/00 - The Governor's Mobile Mansion
Get ready for the redneck jokes, the first family just moved into the new governor's mansion . . . a manufactured/mobile home. Wait a minute...what's wrong with manufactured homes? Find out why I think nothing is wrong with the governor's new house.

08/13/00 - What are you Worth?
Are you getting paid what you're worth at your job? Find out by comparing your salary to the state's averages. You can also see just how much it cost to live in Arkansas as opposed to other states and I'll even show you where to find a new job.

07/26/00 - Choosing a Hotel
Do you want to stay in a log cabin, a bed and breakfast, a historic hotel....there are so many choices! Here's a guide to picking and choosing and some of the best places to stay!

07/18/00 - Rags to Riches: Johhny Cash
This legendary singer almost starved to death as a child. Find out more about the Kingsland, Arkansas native and the original man in black.

07/13/00 - Understanding the Little Rock Nine
Learn where to find out information about the Little Rock Nine and the desegregation of Little Rock Central from those who lived it.

07/02/00 - Haunted Arkansas
Are you bored with the same old tourist's sites? Take a trip into the paranormal and find out where to find ghosts in Arkansas. We have the Boggy Creek monster, the mysterious Gurdon light and much more.

06/05/00 - Pool It
It’s hot outside. With temperatures reaching the 100s everyone wants to beat the heat. Little Rock has many public swimming areas for your cool relaxation and summer enjoyment.

05/15/00 - Let's Get Historical
Who founded Arkansas? What does the name mean? Where does our flag come from? Arkansas has a rich and unusual history. Here is a little blast from the past - the 19th century to be exact.

04/18/00 - The Worst Highways In America
Did you know Arkansas has the 3rd worst Interstate highways in America? Our highways also have one of the highest fatality rates. Find out what this is all about and what Arkansas is doing to fix the problem.

04/04/00 - Toadsuck Daze
What the heck is Toadsuck Daze and what will you find there? Find out everything you need to know about Conway's biggest festival.

03/24/00 - Restaurant Review: Jason's Deli
Jason's Deli on Shackleford serves deli sandwiches and more. As their mottos says, they have "food for all tastes."

03/20/00 - Spring Planting
It's the first week of Spring. Time to get those tools out of the shed and work on your spring gardens!

03/14/00 - Spring Break
Spring has sprung and the kids are going to be out of school. Here are some fun places to take them so they won't be bored all week long.

03/06/00 - Grady's Pizza
They serve pizza and subs. Read my review of Grady's pizzeria on West 12th Street.

02/27/00 - Free Internet
Are those KARK and KHTV free Internet plans legit? Find out how to save $20 a month on your Internet!

02/15/00 - Were we Robbed of the Razorbacks?
My reaction to the University's decision to limit the games played in Little Rock.

02/02/00 - Black History: The Little Rock Nine
In honor of Black history month, read about the events surrounding the nine students who made an impact on Little Rock and the nation by integrating Central High.

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