Shopping

Fayetteville's Festive Finds

Your Essential Guide to Shopping Local this Holiday Season Article by Sydney Johnson | Photography by Emily Hendrick With so many people to shop for and endless choices, gift shopping can be overwhelming. Don’t worry—we’re excited to share the ultimate gift guide while supporting local Fayetteville businesses! Kindness & Joy Toys: This delightful shop features toys that inspire creativity and play. One highlight is the LEGO Star Wars kit, perfect for imaginative play and shared experiences. ...

Life + Culture

Arkansas Alumni Foundation, Season of Giving

Connecting to the campus that still calls you Home Article by Kristin Gray | Photography by Andrea Pruitt As the season of giving approaches, many people are inspired to extend their generosity beyond friends and family, reaching out to organizations that uplift our community. The Arkansas Alumni Association stands out as a meaningful choice, dedicated to enriching lives and supporting initiatives that foster connection and growth. Meet Lisy McKinnon, Director of Strategic Alumni Services at...

Food + Beverage

Celebrate The Holidays at The Leroy

Fayetteville’s newest upscale sports lounge is ready to host you and your party this holiday season. Article by Hailey Smith | Photography by Provided Centered in the heart of Dickson Street is “The Leroy Sporting Lounge" (pronounced La-Roy), an upcoming social club with the finest gaming and sports experience in Northwest Arkansas. This remarkable lounge is ready to welcome new guests and large parties for the holiday season. Some of the amenities include duckpin bowling, luxury darts...

Entertainment

Fayetteville Holiday Happenings

Your Ultimate Guide to the Holiday Events! Article by Sydney Johnson | Photography by Emily Hendrick Tis the season! It's the most wonderful time of the year, and Fayetteville is the perfect place to spend it. From dazzling light displays to festive pop-up bars and captivating performances, there's an abundance of delightful celebrations to explore. Here are just a few of the delightful ways the city invites you to embrace the joy of the season. Lights of the Ozarks: One of the quintessential...

Food + Beverage

Pavlova Holiday Wreath

A roommate's family recipe becomes a beloved tradition for baker Haley Herridge Article by Kristin Gray | Photography by Emily Hendrick Haley Herridge was in college the first time she ever had pavlova. Her roommate's father was from New Zealand and whipped up the fluffy treat for the eager students. Over the years, Herridge has perfected the sweet treat, making pavlova a star dessert in her family. So much so, it serves as her husband's birthday cake. Herridge says, "There are so many ways to...

Life + Culture

Not Home for the Holidays

Essential workers and first responders are accustomed to spending Christmas on the job Article by Kristal Kuykendall | Photography by Emily Hendrick & Andrea Pruitt As Santa Claus heads to town and families gather for Christmas turkeys and hams, many of Fayetteville’s essential workers won’t be home for the holidays. At hospitals and police and fire departments, duty remains top of mind, no matter the date on the calendar. Officer Seth Hawley | Fayetteville Police Department  Christmas...

Entertainment

A Glimpse of Winter Nights

A holiday favorite at the Walton Arts Center is back! Article by Hailey Smith | Photography by Provided The popular event “Winter Nights” is making its third appearance at Walton Arts Center. This year, expect enclosed snow globes, fire pits, and holiday activities every night. The festivities take place Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from November 14th to December 21st, open from 6 pm to midnight. Senior public relations director Jennifer Wilson adds, “This festive, family-friendly...

Food + Beverage

Barbecue for All

How pitmistress Dana Neely honors her Delta roots Article by Kristin Gray | Photography by Cassie Thomas Owner and pitmistress of Girls Gone BBQ, Dana Neely, knew something was wrong when she woke up one morning unable to hear. “Everything itched. I had hives all over, and my ears had swollen shut.” The culprit? A steak she had bought and grilled the night before. Something she’d done dozens of times before. “Luckily, I figured it out right away and got tested.” The test results confirmed her...

Entertainment

Saving big cats, one donation at a time

Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge's growth supports urgent rescue initiatives Article by Kristal Kuykendall | Photography by Kristal Kuykendall and Provided by Turpentine Creek Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge, located just outside Eureka Springs, has a lot to be thankful for, by all accounts. So do the 400 animals rescued by the nonprofit sanctuary since its founding over three decades ago. In recent years, charitable gifts from donors — through monthly or annual memberships, one-time...

Local Services

Local Nonprofit Fights Food Insecurity

Seeds That Feed works to combat food waste and insecurity. Article by Will Newton | Photography by Emily Hendrick Seeds That Feed is a local non-profit dedicated to fighting against food insecurity in Northwest Arkansas. The nonprofit, whose outreach includes Benton County and Washington County, has created several programs focused on providing accessible and healthy food options for the food insecure.  The nonprofit was unexpectedly established in 2012 by Alyssa Snyder, chief seeder...