Arts + Culture

Painting Up A Brighter Future

Fayetteville-based nonprofit Art Feeds is aiding social, emotional and intellectual development in children across the globe through art lessons and projects. Article by Will Newton | Photography by Andrea Pruitt Forever on the palm of Art Feeds’ founder Meg Bourne’s hand is a tattoo of—a palm of a hand. The tattoo, a child’s hand with a heart engraved within the ink, is merely a small stamp on her skin, but it holds almost two decades of significance. In 2009, a college-aged Bourne was...

Food + Beverage

Coffee and Canines

Just outside of downtown Fayetteville is a locally owned dog park and cafe in one Article by Hailey Smith | Photography by Andrea Pruitt Ever wanted a place to eat and drink while still hanging with your dog? Right off the corner of Crossover and Huntsville Rd is Good Dog Cafe, a place where the food industry meets the dog park. If you are a pet owner, think about all the times you have taken your dog to the park. After thirty minutes, you're ready to sit down or use the restroom, but...

Local Services

Heart Work

The Special Pets of Mount Comfort Veterinary Care Article by Sydney Johnson | Photography by Meredith Mashburn At Mount Comfort Veterinary Care, compassion starts at home. For many members of the team, their bond with animals runs deeper because of their own experiences caring for pets with complex medical needs. They are pet owners who have lived through tough diagnoses, long nights, and the deep love that comes with doing everything for a pet in need. Their personal experiences have created...

Arts + Culture

Forged In Family

Leonard’s Summer Apprenticeship Under Grandfather David Adams Article by Sydney Johnson | Photography by Andrea Pruitt At just 10 years old and in fifth grade, Leonard Kelly is spending his summer learning a craft alongside his grandfather, David Adams. David is not only a talented and kind mentor but also a dedicated fine jewelry designer whose passion for his work began early on in his life. Growing up on the West Coast surrounded by vibrant colors and creativity, David was introduced to the...