Travel

The Perfect NWA Getaway

Inside the family-friendly magic of Big Cedar Lodge Article by Sydney Sullivan | Photography by Big Cedar Lodge There is a particular kind of magic that happens when a family trades the everyday for the wide open Ozarks, and Big Cedar Lodge has built 4,600 acres around that feeling. Tucked into the hills above Table Rock Lake, just under three hours from Northwest Arkansas, this resort has quietly become one of the Midwest's most beloved family escapes. The drive alone sets the tone, and for...

Life + Culture

The Dogs of Fayetteville

An up-close-and-personal account of several canines around the city. Article by Will Newton | Photography by Emma Nelson Goose McCarver Sheepadoodle Age: 5 Cheez-Its lovers and shoe wearers beware! I’m obsessed with chewing on footwear fashion and cheese crackers. When I’m not living lavishly as a couch potato, I’m an avid fan of exploring the world with my owner, Hannah, who I’ve lived with for my entire life. I’ve already seen so much of my hometown in my first year of living...

Life + Culture

The Overland: A Boutique Hotel

Charlie Mackey and Polly Watts of Dwellist are renovating the former Motel 6 on College Avenue into an independent hotel. Article by Will Newton | Photography by Emma Nelson The dirt below our feet is riddled with memories from the days before us. Every second that passes is history being made. The city of Fayetteville wouldn’t be the tight-knit and evergrowing community that it is today without the days of its past, and, along College Avenue, a plot of land holds its own eclectic history of...

Education

Lexicon Speech, Language & Reading

Diana Plattner and Meredith Henson are aiding in speech and literacy development. Article by Will Newton | Photography by Emma Nelson Almost every child looks forward to graduation. Whether it's moving from kindergarten to first grade, middle school to high school, or crossing the stage to receive a diploma, graduation represents growth, perseverance, and the excitement of what's next. For many students, reaching these milestones comes naturally. For about 20% of the population, speech...

Education

Smiles Are Wild at Pediatric Dental Associates & Orthodontics

How Pediatric Dental Associates & Orthodontics is Redefining Children's Dental Care Article by Meredith Pinkston | Photography by Meredith Mashburn For many children a trip to the dentist can be extremely intimidating. The unfamiliar sounds, bright lights, and fear of the unknown can turn a routine appointment into a stressful experience.    But at Pediatric Dental Associates & Orthodontics, the team has spent more than two decades working to change that narrative. Known to many Northwest...

Entertainment

The Kid's Club

Fun, creative, and exciting destinations to take your kids before the summer comes to a close! Article by Meredith Pinkston | Photography by Meredith Mashburn As August arrives, and school fast approaches, families looking to make the most of the season, Northwest Arkansas offers a lineup of playful, quirky, and creative destinations that turn an ordinary weekend into a memory‑making outing. Before backpacks are packed away for another school year, take advantage of the final weeks of summer...

Health + Wellness

ActiveLife Acupuncture & Wellness Center

The Therapy of Chinese Medicine Article by Meredith Pinkston | Photography by Emma Nelson In a world of endless wellness trends, new supplement routines, and constant social media advice, taking care of your health can begin to feel less empowering and rewarding and more overwhelming. Between conflicting advice on nutrition, productivity culture and the pressure to optimize every second of daily life, wellness has become complicated.  But, Active Life Acupuncture and Wellness Center in...

Life + Culture

Around Town

Happenings of Fayetteville in July Article by Sydney Sullivan Women of All Generations Connect, collaborate, and celebrate at the Fayetteville Chamber’s Women of All Generations event this July. The gathering brings together women across industries and life stages for meaningful conversations centered on leadership, mentorship, and community connection. America 250 Fayetteville Celebration Fayetteville joins communities nationwide in honoring America’s upcoming semiquincentennial with a...

Travel

Discover Your Backyard

Finding a New Adventure Only Minutes Away Article by Meredith Pinkston | Photography by Meredith Mashburn and additional contributors This summer is the perfect time to be outside and begin exploring the great outdoors, but that doesn't mean you have to travel far. Fayetteville and the greater Northwest Arkansas area are the perfect places to discover new scenic trails, local parks, and outdoor adventures. Whether you're looking for a quick afternoon hike or a full day of exploring, these...

Arts + Culture

Cheers, Ya’ll!

Art of Wine Goes West Article by Jennifer Wilson & Sydney Sullivan | Photography by Torches Together, Brian Sirin There's something about a Friday night in July that just feels made for a little adventure, and this year, Art of Wine is delivering exactly that. On July 24 from 7 to 9:30 p.m., Walton Arts Center's beloved annual fundraiser is saddling up and heading West. Sun-soaked vineyards, wide-open hospitality, and a frontier spirit are setting the tone for one of Northwest Arkansas's...