Hot Springs Village is home to some of Arkansas’ finest golf courses, but few people know the remarkable story behind the creation of Isabella and Granada Golf Courses. In this exclusive conversation, former General Manager John Paul (JP) shares how local golfers and community members played a direct role in funding and developing these iconic…
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Mystery of Three Sister Springs: Lake Ouachita State Park Tour
Just 10 feet apart, but worlds away in taste! In this episode, Dennis R. Simpson and James Wilborn, Superintendent of Lake Ouachita State Park, explore the historic Three Sister Springs. Discovered in the 1870s by homesteader Mr. McFaden, these artesian springs run 24/7 and were once a world-famous resort where “healing water” was bottled and…
The Secret History of Hot Springs Village: 56 Years of Golf, Gates, & The Movable Island
Untold Stories from the Legends of North America’s Largest Gated Community What was it like in the early days of Hot Springs Village? Join host Dennis R. Simpson at the Diamante Country Club for a fascinating trip down memory lane with two true legends: JP (former Director of Golf) and Linda Mayhood (former COO). With…



