Food + Beverage

Toast to Autumn

Bartender Shaun Traxler talks fall flavors and his latest creation, Squash the Beef Article by Meredith Pinkston | Photography by Meredith Mashburn Shaun never planned on becoming a bartender. Growing up in Michigan, Shaun Traxler was working as a mechanic at a rural bowling alley when the bartender called out. When Shaun was asked to go behind the bar and help out by opening a few beers, he said yes. He quickly caught the hospitality bug. After college, Shaun moved to Florida and continued...

Food + Beverage

The Saltine Standard

Simple ingredients, rich flavors, and a cozy neighborhood feel in South Fayetteville Article by Mia Hartz | Photography by Meredith Mashburn Writing Mention “saltine” to almost anyone, and nostalgia sets in: a sleeve of crackers with warm soup on a childhood sick day, humble yet comforting. Simple, but nearly perfect. Today, that same spirit defines Saltine, one of the most vibrant additions to Fayetteville's thriving coffee and culinary scene. To learn more about the story behind this...

Life + Culture

Fall in Fayetteville

Your Ultimate Fall Bucket List Article by Sydney Sullivan | Photography by Emma Nelson Fall in Fayetteville is best spent a little slower. Whether you have a full Saturday to explore or just an hour to spare, here are a few of our favorite ways to soak up the season right here in Fayetteville: Grab a Cozy Cup: Start your fall morning with a coffee run. Confident, Sicarú, and Word Coffee are perfect for a slow morning, a catch-up, or a little solo time with your favorite fall drink. If you...

Local Services

Celebration of Life

Nelson-Berna Funeral Homes and Crematory is providing top-notch funeral services to those experiencing loss. Article by FCL Staff | Photography by Macy Matheny Nelson-Berna Funeral Home and Crematory and Moore’s Funeral Chapel have been serving Northwest Arkansas for over a century. Owners Scott and Paula Berna are committed to walking step by step alongside families during their toughest times of need. The Berna family has become one of the most trusted providers of end-of-life services in...