Sports + Recreation

Northwest Arkansas’ Pastime

Inside the Community and Traditions of Naturals Baseball Article by Bo Simpson | Photography by Michelle Bazis Ritual is the charm of America’s Pastime. All the senses are activated. The crack of the bat, the murmur of the crowd, the nostalgic ballpark smell. The mythology of the game—stats, stories, and superstitions—turns the atmosphere into an entire ecosystem of experience. In Northwest Arkansas, a Naturals game blends small-town Americana with the energy of one of the country’s fastest...

Arts + Culture

Hello, Local

Inside Hello Local and the Northwest Arkansas makers who bring the shop to life. Article by Bo Simpson | Photography by Provided For nearly three decades, Mark Cloud has called Northwest Arkansas home. After moving to the region in 1997, he quickly developed an appreciation for its entrepreneurial spirit, creative energy, and strong sense of community. Today, he helps share that appreciation through Hello Local, a gift shop dedicated to showcasing products made by the people who live and work...

Local Services

Beyond Storage

How Neighborhood Storage and Workspace is helping Northwest Arkansas entrepreneurs build, create, and grow. Article by Bo Simpson | Photography by Jake Ward Neighborhood Storage and Workspace was created by local Northwest Arkansas business owners who needed more room for their growing ventures. What began as a search for practical storage solutions evolved into a flexible business hub where entrepreneurs, creators, and tradespeople can store inventory, operate businesses, and customize spaces...

Food + Beverage

Bear on the Loose! The Springdale Burger Reviews

Keith Neel (Bear Like Things) Gives Us Reviews, Orders, and Top Burger Breakdowns Article and Photography by Keith Neel Keith Neel | Bear Like Things How does one become the Burger Bear? It really started when I was a kid, sharing burgers with my dad. Those simple moments sparked my love for a good burger and the stories that come with it. Fast forward to 2023, and I began sharing that passion on social media through Bear Like Things, highlighting great burgers, local spots, and the...

Food + Beverage

S'mores Shaken Iced Coffee

Article and Photography by Carol Blanchet S’mores Shaken Iced Coffee What you’ll need: • 2 Graham crackers, crushed • 2 – 4 Tablespoons of your favorite chocolate sauce • 1-2 Tablespoons of toasted marshmallow simple syrup (see below) • 2 shots of Talking Crow espresso • 6 oz milk + a little extra • 1-1/2 cups ice • Extra marshmallows for topping. 1. In a quart size Ziploc bag, crush 2-3 whole graham crackers. Pour out onto a shallow plate. 2. Pour your favorite chocolate sauce onto a separate...

Arts + Culture

The Gravity of Music

Anthony Ball and the Art of Community Article by Bo Simpson | Photography by Jake Ward You’re in a field full of faces, hollering cries, and a chorus of voices. Hums stir the air around you and with it your soul. The thrumming of drums beats with your heart, a chord struck with the gravity of blues. Not far off, brass instruments pierce the summer air, too, and somewhere else you can just make out the rhythm of another tune.   Arkansas’s cultural heritage rests largely in the folk music of...

Arts + Culture

Meet the Editor, Bo Simpson

Slightly confused but always learning; "A scribbler in a vacuum" Article by Bo Simpson | Photography by Yours Truly Family Time Family is great! I couldn’t gather them all for a photo, so here is a selfie my aunt took of my mom and I posing for a picture in front of the Statue of Liberty. Avid Reader While it’s true I read a lot of books, I’m not quite so good at stacking as this. Here is an excuse for me to reveal my beautiful girlfriend, Brooke. Writer Writing is my...

Wellness

A Legacy of Care Beyond the Chair

The Story Behind J. Parham Dentistry's Intentional Approach to Community Article by Bo Simpson | Photography by Jake Ward They say you don’t have to brush your teeth, just the ones you want to keep. In reality, you should probably floss too.   Despite the importance of tooth care, many people dread going to the dentist’s office. At J. Parham Dentistry, Dr. James Parham and Dr. Luke Hanby set out daily to reverse this predisposition.    Recognizing that even one bad experience can lead to a...

Life + Culture

The Measure of a Giving Man

How Anthony Sumlin Spreads Life Through Giving in Northwest Arkansas Article by Bo Simpson | Photography by Provided “We make a living by what we get,” said Winston Churchill, “but we make a life by what we give.” Trying to figure out what it takes to be a man in the modern world can leave many a young man riddled with doubt and confusion. With all of the influencers out there purporting to know the answer, it can be difficult to determine who to follow. Oftentimes, role models in the local...

Food + Beverage

The Imaginal Vineyard

Inside the Heart of Sassafras Springs Article by Bo Simpson | Photography by Meredith Mashburn Sitting in the tasting room at Sassafras Springs Vineyard and Winery, I was reminded of somewhere I can’t quite place. People use phrases like déjà vu to describe such experiences, but I was inclined to take this a step further.   The term “the imaginal” was coined by philosophers of the twentieth century. The meaning of this term is a realm that exists somewhere between everyday life and the...