Wellness

Living With T1D

Type 1 Diabetes “Looks Like Me” Article and Photography by Michelle Bazis Type 1 Diabetes [T1D] is a dynamic and often misunderstood condition. While many are familiar with Type 2 Diabetes – typically associated with lifestyle choices – T1D is an autoimmune disease, commonly linked to genetic markers and environmental triggers. Individuals living with T1D are unable to produce insulin on their own and rely on injections or a pump to manage blood sugar. For some, including the ambassadors in...

Life + Culture

Holidate in Fayetteville

The Fayetteville City Lifestyle Team has curated a date night agenda to fuel your holiday season Article by Will Newton | Photography by Meredith Mashburn The holiday season is finally here – a time of gathering together with family, giving back to your community and…cold weather. As the temperatures approach freezing levels, it can be easy to stay inside your house where it’s warm, but Fayetteville has a wide variety of options for a night filled with winter romance. Check out this date night...

Life + Culture

The Season of Giving

Putting a spotlight on some of the organizations in Fayetteville dedicated to giving back Article by Will Newton | Photography by Andrea Pruitt The end of the year is finally here and while the spirit of philanthropy might be more evident during the holiday season, there are several Northwest Arkansas-based organizations who work to give back year-round. We’ve provided a short list of these organizations – learn more about their mission and how to get involved! Big Brothers Big Sisters of...

Education

From Tracks to Trails

Preserving Fayetteville’s Iconic Train Cars Article by Sydney Sullivan | Photography by Andrea Pruitt For nearly 30 years, a red caboose and a green passenger train car have been more than just a quirky branch of the Bank of Fayetteville. They’ve been a downtown landmark, a conversation starter, and a small but mighty piece of Fayetteville history. Tucked at the corner of Dickson Street and West Avenue, these train cars were reportedly the only bank branch in the world housed inside a train...

Shopping

Stitched With Local Love

Known far beyond Fayetteville is KenzKustomz, home to gifts and accessories for all ages Article by Hailey Smith | Photography by Meredith Mashburn When the chill settles over the Ozarks and the town square glows with Christmas lights, Fayetteville turns into a small-town holiday dream. But located right in town and online for shoppers around the world, there’s one shop adding its own sparkle to the season. KenzKustomz is a vibrant, locally owned shop that’s redefining what it means to give a...

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...

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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...

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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...