Life + Culture

Experience Fayetteville

Ryan Hauck, chief executive officer of Experience Fayetteville, is leading the tourism bureau into exciting new times. Article by Will Newton | Photography by Emma Nelson Anyone can see that the city of Fayetteville has got a lot going for it. Rather it be the lifetime local who has watched their hometown grow exponentially over the years or the traveling tourist staying in the city as they explore the Ozarks, they can both agree it’s pretty difficult to be bored in the home of the Arkansas...

Education

The Man who Reads the Sky

Learning more about the infamous WeatherDan, how he came to NWA, and why he stays. Article by Meredith Pinkston | Photography by Emma Nelson On the night of May 25, 2024, when most were settling in for a typical Memorial Day weekend, a team of people were awake, focused, and watching as the radar predicted the next harrowing hours. One man led the team. He had been preparing, even hours before, at his wife’s birthday dinner. He knew that this would be serious.  By 11:30 p.m. sharp, he was...

Food + Beverage

Handshake: A Home for Holistic Hospitality

Located in the expansion of the Fayetteville Public Library, Handshake is an all-day cafe that wants to be your next favorite spot. Article by Will Newton | Photography by Meredith Mashburn Hope Ray has always been inspired by the concept of hospitality. She has been involved in the hospitality industry for over 15 years, with positions at Northwest Arkansas staples such as Preacher’s Son, Co-Op Ramen, and Conifer. Now, she’s redefining the intersection between hospitality, meals and local...

Education

Fayetteville's Coziest Bookshop

Cozy hobbit-themed nooks and Ryan Billingsley's favorite books. Article by Sydney Sullivan | Photography by Meredith Mashburn Tucked inside Suite 110 at 2526 E. Mission Blvd., Dad Suggests is the kind of shop Fayetteville didn't know it needed until now. Walk in, and you're greeted by thoughtfully curated children's books, family games, and the warm hum of a space clearly built by someone who genuinely loves this stuff. That someone is Ryan Billingsley, who started Dad Suggests as a humble...

Food + Beverage

Best Burgers

Article by Meredith Pinkston | Photography by Meredith Mashburn Fayetteville in July smells like pure summer. The Ozark heat settles over the city, cold drinks sweat on tabletops, patio fans hum across town, and the unmistakable sizzle of burgers on the grill drifts from Dickson Street to the backroads. On any given night, you can count on finding a spot serving something irresistible. Whether it is a wild, chef‑driven creation stacked high with house‑made toppings or a college‑town classic...

Life + Culture

Makers, Musicians and Mavericks

How three local women are crafting their legacies and inspiring others along the way. Article by Miceala Morano | Photography by Meredith Mashburn For our May Ladies issue, we’re spotlighting powerful women in Fayetteville who inspire and influence others through work they are truly passionate about. Each of these women serves as a model of resilience, boldness and optimism as they pave their own paths. Ashtyn Barbaree Ashtyn Barbaree’s life has always had a soundtrack, but since she...

Health + Wellness

Women Caring For Women

A look into Women's Healthcare and Female Providers in and around Fayetteville Article by Meredith Pinkston | Photography by Emma Nelson & Emma Kwansy In this special issue highlighting women, it is so important to highlight female health, specifically, five standout providers in Fayetteville. Their services span mental health, gynecology, physical therapy, and whole‑body wellness, giving women across Northwest Arkansas access to diverse, meaningful support.  What is Aligned Living? ...

Style + Beauty

The Northwest Arkansas Bride Guide

An insider’s look at the wedding industry, with tips, hot takes, and what actually matters Article by Sydney Sullivan | Photography by Meredith Mashburn, Andrea Pruitt Monica Hutchinson didn’t just plan a wedding in 2025; she lived every side of it. As the founder of Booth Haus and the Booth Haus Bride Guide, she turned a gap in the Northwest Arkansas wedding scene into something elevated, thoughtful, and undeniably her own. What started with a very specific vision for a photo booth became a...

Arts + Culture

A Resource for Artists

The IRiS Art Haus is creating a space for local creatives to purchase art supplies, attend workshops and connect with other artists. Article by Will Newton | Photography by Meredith Mashburn Heather Chilson is adding a splash of color to downtown Fayetteville with the launch of her art supply store, The IRiS Art Haus & Supply Co. – literally. Although the store’s exterior is mostly painted glossy black, its doors are marked with an eye-popping, multi-colored mural, welcoming artists of all...

Life + Culture

Around Town

What's Happening in Fayetteville this May Article by Sydney Sullivan Arkansas Pottery Festival – May 1–3, 2026 Three days of clay, creativity, and hands-on fun! Fayetteville’s Community Creative Center welcomes regional and national potters, including Sean O’Connell and Catherine Lemaire-Lozier. Watch demos, browse exhibitions, and don’t miss Saturday night’s Potters After Party at Kingfish Bar—it’s the perfect weekend for art lovers and curious hands alike. Square 2 Square Bike Ride –...