Part of an upcoming show on Arkansas Wildlife. Ever had a 5-foot snake just “decide” to move into your office? Meet Diane! In this video, we visit with some incredible reptiles and the dedicated state employees who care for them. We get up close with a massive 5’3” rescue snake and an 18-year-old Speckled King Snake with cataracts. Watch as we face our fears—including a first-time snake holder and a very skeptical Diane! We talk about snake diets, why King Snakes are the “kings” of the wild, and why rescue snakes can’t always be released back into the wild.Dennis Simpson reporting from the beautiful shores of Lake DeSoto! In today’s episode, we dive into the unique climate of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. From sudden snow events to why it might be snowing at your house but clear just 15 minutes away, we cover the top 10 weather facts every property owner needs to know. All this AND underground Power for the entire village 🙂
Hot Springs Village is the world’s largest gated community (a Property Owners Association, not a municipality!), which means we handle things a little differently here when the winter weather hits.
In this video, we discuss:
Why the “Valley of the Vapors” keeps Hot Springs warmer than the Village.
The 600-foot elevation difference that changes everything.
How we manage 520 miles of private roads during a snow event.
Why “staying home and making hot chocolate” is our official snow removal policy.
Upcoming weather updates for January 2026.
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Plan Your Stay: Visit us at DD Village Properties for a lakefront getaway! We have five stunning Airbnbs on Lake DeSoto with kayaks, ho