Life + Culture

A Place to Call Home

After fleeing violence in El Salvador, the Martinez family has rebuilt a life of safety, community, and togetherness in Rogers Article by Heather Jarvis | Photography by Meredith Mashburn Gatherings at the Martinez household are raucous, laughter-filled affairs, with more than 50 relatives filling the home of family anchors Miguel and Rosa. Three generations crowd the kitchen and living room—cooking, trading good-natured ribbing over plates of food, or breaking into games like Jenga or...

Home + Design

Totally Unique Airbnbs

From modern A-frames to a treehouse, these unique stays offer design-forward retreats rooted in nature Article by Heather Jarvis Walnut Hideaway Set along the shoreline of Beaver Lake, Walnut Hideaway offers a distinctive stay designed for travelers seeking both outdoor adventure and quiet retreat. This custom-built shipping container cabin is tucked among the trees, blending modern design with its natural surroundings.  “I’ve always been drawn to unique spaces and getaways,” says owner...

Life + Culture

Built for Community

As Rogers continues to grow, investments in arts, recreation, and gathering spaces are strengthening connection Article by Kara Isham When many of us think of “home” we not only think of the walls in which we reside, but also the greater community that we call our own. The City of Rogers, which incorporated in 1881, has experienced the same explosive growth in population as the rest of Northwest Arkansas, meaning city officials have had to work to provide amenities and services that help...

Food + Beverage

A Labor of Love

Butter+Blooms bakery is built on passion, quality ingredients, and dedication Article by Heather Jarvis | Photography by Meredith Mashburn With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, Butter+Blooms boutique bakery owner Meghan Baker is in full production mode, dipping chocolate-covered strawberries, baking heart-shaped cakes, and fulfilling custom orders for Galentine’s Day-themed parties.  The rush marks her second February in business at the 100-year-old Elm Street building in Downtown...