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Click Here4 Springdale Attractions Your Teens Will Love
Teenagers are not easy to please, and whether you want to spend time as a family or they are just looking for something to do with friends, finding appropriate and engaging activities can be a challenge. Fortunately, the Springdale, Arkansas, area has several attractions that teens enjoy.
Arvest Ballpark
Who doesn’t love going to a baseball game? Arvest Ballpark is home to the Northwest Arkansas Naturals Baseball team, the Double-A affiliate to the Kansas City Royals. The park is a family-friendly place with plenty for everyone to do. All the seats offer a great view of the game, with suites to rent if you want to go with a big group. The food is excellent, and there is always some kind of entertainment to enjoy between innings. There is even some audience participation if your teen dares to get out on the field. Read the rest of this entry »
Restaurants for Chicken Lovers
Springdale is one of the largest cities in Arkansas and sits right in the heart of the Ozark Mountains. The world headquarters of Tyson Foods calls Springdale home and is one of the top employers. Because Tyson is a large chicken producer, the area has several restaurants that serve excellent chicken dishes. Here are some of the mouthwatering Springdale restaurants for chicken lovers.
AQ Chicken House
AQ Chicken House is a family-friendly restaurant and one of the best places to go for fried chicken. You can get all kinds of fried chicken including their famous boneless pan-fried chicken, or the sweet ‘n smoky barbecue chicken made with their lemon pepper seasoning. The blackened grilled chicken sandwich is also a local favorite along with the redbird sandwich that comes with a boneless chicken breast glazed with AQ’s barbecue sauce and served on a Ciabatta Bun. AQ serves lunch and dinner, and they even have a kids menu with special items for the little ones. Read the rest of this entry »
Defensive Driving Tips
Driving is dangerous no matter how well you drive, and no matter where you live, work
or play. Fortunately, there are things you can do to make it safer. Defensive driving includes strategies that go beyond the basics to help drivers be more proactive when they are behind the wheel. Follow these defensive driving tips to stay safer out on the road.
Check the Road Ahead
Defensive driving includes checking the road several cars ahead of you and not just the ones immediately around you. Quite often, accidents occur up to four and five cars ahead, and if you’re not looking, you can end up being a part of it. Keep a lookout several cars ahead to see how they are driving, and watch for avoidable hazards. Defensive drivers will keep their eyes moving at all times and continuously scan for possible problems. Read the rest of this entry »
Important Used Car Red Flags
There are a lot of excellent used cars out there, but it is important to take a good look at them before buying to make sure it is in good shape. When you shop for a used car, the goal is to find one that performs well and is within your budget. Just remember that your budget should include maintenance, operating costs, and even warranties if you can. Take a look at these important used car red flags to look for.
Oil Stains Under the Car
Take a peek under the car to see if there are any oil or other fluid stains. If the car has recently been moved, ask where it was previously parked and take a walk over to check the ground. If you see oil stains, it could mean there is a significant mechanical issue. You should have the car inspected by a mechanic to make sure everything is in good working order before making a purchase. Read the rest of this entry »
Where to Pick Your Pumpkins Near Springdale, AR
Whether you’re hosting a huge Thanksgiving dinner or just getting into the Halloween spirit with some decor or jack-o’-lanterns, pumpkins are just what you need to embody the spirit of the season. While you could just pick one up at the local grocery store, heading to a pumpkin patch is fun for the entire family. Not only do you get to pick out your favorite orange gourds, but you can bond with the people you love. For an experience you won’t forget this fall, head to these Springdale area pumpkin patches.
Shipley Farms
If you’re busy during the week but have some free time on weekends, Shipley Farms is the place to go for your holiday pumpkins. Open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturdays and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays, this farm has plenty of spherical orange options for you to choose from in a variety of sizes. Not an artist? Grab one of their hand-painted pumpkins by local artist Hayley Young. These ornate pumpkins feature everything from the macabre to cornucopias to the Razorbacks logo. Read the rest of this entry »
Prepare Your Car for Fall
With the summer almost fully in the rearview, it’s time to start thinking about fall. While leaf peeping and enjoying the last gorgeous weather before winter is a priority, don’t forget about the vehicle that’s been so good to you. Fall and winter in Arkansas are often harsh and unpredictable, which can lead to accidents, salt damage, and other incidents that can hurt your car. But with some preparation and a few tips, you can weather out the storm.
Check Your Tires
With scorching summer temperatures and driving unfamiliar roads on vacation, summer can do a number on your tires. Not only can this lead to underinflation or overinflation, but it can also wear the treads and the walls of your tires. During fall, the weather isn’t so extreme, giving you a chance to check your tires before they get a winter workout. Read the rest of this entry »
The Best Donuts in Springdale, AR
From Homer Simpson to the stereotypical cop, donuts are, well, as American as they come. The doughy goodness topped with sprinkles, icing, nuts, or some other crazy concoction is an amazing part of an unbalanced breakfast. Plus, they’re great after a long day at the office. In short, donuts are never a bad thing. If you’re in the mood to satisfy your sweet tooth, check out these donut shops around Springdale.
Daylight Donuts
Located at 2756 W. Sunset Ave., Daylight Donuts is just the thing you need when the sun’s over the horizon. Before you balk on a heavenly donut bounty because Daylight is a chain, remember that a Big Mac hits the spot everyone once in a while, as well. Cake donuts and glazed donuts are the hot item here but filled donuts still get the job done if you’re searching for an extra heavy dose of cream or custard. Read the rest of this entry »
Ways to Make Your Car More Efficient
With global warming, an increase in greenhouse gases, and other environmental issues plaguing the world, making your car more efficient is just one way to fight the battle on your home turf. While older vehicles are often impervious to efficient upgrades, modern vehicles make it far easier to reduce your carbon footprint. If you’re searching for ways to go green behind the wheel, here are a few suggestions to get you started.
Ease Up on the Gas and the Brakes
Whether you’re angry or just have an insatiable urge to burn some rubber, accelerating rapidly and grinding to a halt can cause significant fuel consumption. When you accelerate quickly, your car sucks down fuel to supply power while it also combats increased drag. If you’re coming up to a stop sign or a stoplight, braking heavily can also eat up more fuel than if you coasted to the stop. Ease up on the gas and the brakes, and you just might find yourself going a bit farther between fill-ups. Read the rest of this entry »
Scenic Drives in Northwest Arkansas
There is a common phrase that says “the joy is in the journey.” That couldn’t be more true for Northwest Arkansas. Here are three beautiful scenic mountain roads that you and your family will enjoy your next road trip in Northwest Arkansas.
The Ozarks
The Ozarks drive makes a counterclockwise loop from Eureka Springs to the Buffalo River. It goes through Jasper, then east to Mountain View, where it winds back to where you began. It is full of beautiful landscape, especially in the fall when the colors are changing. There are also many amazing sights to stop and see along the way. Read the rest of this entry »
Four Best SUVs to Buy Used
If you are looking for some good used SUVs, there are a number of vehicles that you can choose from. Here are four SUVs that give you great value for your money while giving you the safety and comfort that you want when buying a second-hand vehicle.
- GMC Acadia
If you are looking at the GMC Acadia, you want to focus on the 2011-2014 years. The Acadia seats eight and has lots of cargo room as well.
The Acadia models made between 2011 and 2014 have five-star safety ratings from NHTSA as well as the title of “Top Safety Pick” from IIHS. The safety ratings alone make it a great option when shopping for a second-hand vehicle because you know it will be trustworthy. Read the rest of this entry »
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