Multiple groups interested in site of former Hot Springs hotel [Video]

HOT SPRINGS, Ark. — A big, unanswered question in Hot Springs is, what will happen to the old Majestic Hotel site?

Hot Springs Metro Partnership (HSMP), the city’s marketing partner, said they’re progressing as two new groups have shown interest in redeveloping the property.

After a fire destroyed the historic Majestic Hotel in 2014, the city has tried to put something new on the property that continues to sit untouched, and the Hot Springs Metro Partnership said it’s gaining momentum. 

“I walk by that spot every day like I go to work right here, down at the pancake shop, and I walk by,” Hot Springs resident Zarek Bettis said. “Anything nice to the eye would be cool.”

Bettis said he looks forward to seeing the land redeveloped, …