Life + Culture

Fayetteville in the Fall

Local Realtor Maria shares her favorite Fayetteville activities to enjoy this autumn. Article and Photography by Maria Lanning Fall in Fayetteville offers plenty of ways for families to make the most of the season. Head out on the trails around Lake Fayetteville or Lake Wedington to soak in crisp air and fall colors. Spend a weekend morning at the Fayetteville Public Library, stocking up on fresh reads for the whole family. Take a stroll through downtown, wander the Square, explore the Ramble...

Life + Culture

A Home Away From Home

Puritan Coffee & Beer is creating a comfortable and fun workspace that encourages friendships. Article by Will Newton | Photography by Meredith Mashburn There’s just something about Puritan Coffee & Beer that feels like home for everyone. Maybe it’s the natural daytime lighting that blends into comforting, low-light ambiance once the sun sets. It could be the slew of familiar faces always perched at a booth or table. Perhaps it's the nostalgic movie that often can be found projected onto a...

Entertainment

One Man Show

Joe Swink and his musical career in Fayetteville Article by Will Newton | Photography by Meredith Mashburn The Ozarks are alive with the sound of music. With the Walmart AMP in Rogers bringing household-recognized musicians to our backdoor and Fayetteville-based venues like George’s Majestic Lounge and Ozark Music Hall hosting beloved indie bands and hip-hop artists, it’s clear that the music scene in Northwest Arkansas is booming. But the region’s concert accessibility wouldn’t be possible...

Real Estate

A Fresh Chapter for East Fayetteville

Community at the Heart of Redevelopment Article by Sydney Sullivan | Photography by Meredith Mashburn On the east side of Fayetteville, a familiar landmark is about to take on new life. The former Windwood Missionary Baptist Church, a 1970s building with strong bones and a history of gathering, is being transformed into something that will once again bring people together, only this time in a new and unexpected way. Developer Cameron Clark of CJC Development and Matt Poe of Stoke Architecture...

Life + Culture

Will Lambley

A Story of Blind Faith Article by Sydney Sullivan | Photography by Emma Nelson On a cold December night in 2018, under the stadium lights of a high school football game, player Will Lambley realized something was wrong. He couldn’t read the scoreboard. He looked to the sideline, and faces he had known for years were blurry. In the following months, these symptoms worsened and doctor visits increased. Each week, his vision slipped further away until one day the doctor confirmed what Will had...

Food + Beverage

A Slice of Tradition

Thanksgiving is a holiday built around tradition, gratitude, and, of course, pie. Any feast cannot be complete without a slice. Article by Hailey Smith | Photography by Emma Nelson Rymolene’s Pies has become a holiday staple in Northwest Arkansas, serving up everything from classic pies and savory pot pies to rich cheesecakes, the perfect finale to any Thanksgiving meal. At the heart of the shop is owner Margaret Burris, the woman behind the apron whose passion for baking is matched by the...

Real Estate

Who SSI NWA Is

Since 1984, SSI NWA has been a proven leader in delivering comprehensive construction, landscaping, and custom home solutions across Northwest Arkansas.With a foundation built on integrity, quality, and reliability, SSI NWA is committed to exceeding client expectations through innovative practices and exceptional service. Our team’s expertise and dedication to excellence have established SSI NWA as a trusted partner in building projects that enhance communities and stand the test of time.SSI NWA...

Food + Beverage

‘Blooming’ Where You Are

Ali and Brooks Cameron are working to make cheese and wine more accessible at their storefront, Bloom Cheese Collective. Article by Will Newton | Photography by Meredith Mashburn Ali Cameron is on a mission to make cheese and wine, a niche food category often seen as sophisticated and expensive, an approachable new hobby for Northwest Arkansas. Tucked in a building behind Pink Fern Plant Co. stands one of Fayetteville’s newest vendors: Bloom Cheese Collective, a versatile distributor of...

Food + Beverage

The Arsaga’s Coffee Legacy

Arsaga’s Coffee Roasters has been serving the Fayetteville community since 1992. Article by Will Newton | Photography by Meredith Mashburn Cary and Cindy Arsaga did not originally intend to start a decades-lasting coffee legacy. The couple, formerly a real estate agent and a surgery nurse, respectively, felt like they were not where they were supposed to be in their lives. After a fateful visit at Trident Booksellers and Cafe in Boulder, Colorado, Cary witnessed firsthand the power that a...

Food + Beverage

Taqueria Lucha on Dickson

Taqueria Lucha relocated from Bentonville to Fayetteville in May. Article by Will Newton | Photography by Meredith Mashburn Dickson Street in Fayetteville has it all. From bars to used book stores to coffee shops to restaurants, the street has got your entertainment needs covered. In May, a new addition joined the eclectic list of offerings on the beloved street: Taqueria Lucha. The restaurant, owned and operated by Juan and Susana Bahena, provides Fayetteville with tacos, quesadilla, burritos...