Real Estate

Creating Affordable Housing in Fayetteville

A local nonprofit is working to create harmonious, affordable and mixed-income housing in Fayetteville. Article by Will Newton | Photography by Emily Hendrick Northwest Arkansas is growing rapidly. With new inhabitants moving into Fayetteville every day, it can be a challenge to find a living situation for yourself or your family. Partners for Better Housing is a local nonprofit on a mission to create a mixed-income residential neighborhood in Fayetteville, working diligently to add more...

Home + Design

The Art of Entertaining

Stephanie Bowen's Philosophy to Creating Personalized, Livable Luxury Article by Sydney Johnson | Photography by Meredith Mashburn Stephanie Bowen, founder of Elle & Ivy Interiors, is known as the queen of hosting her close-knit community over craft cocktails, heart-warming meals and intimate conversation. Nicknamed "Lake Steph" by her friends, she’s the ultimate entertainer, orchestrating unforgettable girls' weekends every summer at Beaver Lake. It’s no surprise that her passion for bringing...

Life + Culture

International Voices, Fayetteville Stories

Three international Ph.D. students studying at the University of Arkansas share how Fayetteville has made them feel at home. Article by Will Newton | Photography by Emily Hendrick Tell us about yourselves. LARISSA: My name is Larissa Rocha, and I’m from São Paulo, Brazil. I’m a second year Ph.D. student studying public policy with a concentration in social justice. IZEHI: I’m Izehi Oriaghan, and I’m from Lagos, Nigeria. I’m in my third year of my Ph.D. studying public policy with a...

Home + Design

Beyond the Bargains

More Than A Thrift Store, How Potter’s House is Changing Lives Article by Sydney Johnson | Photography by Meredith Mashburn If you’ve driven down North College Avenue, you’ve probably noticed a large building with “Potter’s House” in bold red lettering. What may appear as a thrift store offering everything from clothing to furniture is part of a much larger mission. When you peek behind the curtain, this nonprofit organization has created a mission of life change, unity, and impact...