Professional Services

What is Veterinary Urgent Care, and When Can it Help My Pet?

The term “veterinary urgent care” may seem self-explanatory, but pet parents are often unsure about when to choose Animal Urgent Care of Bentonville over their regular veterinarian or a veterinary emergency center. Knowing the answer can save your pet from unnecessary discomfort and delay, and provide you with greater confidence and peace of mind when the unexpected happens.What is veterinary urgent care?Veterinary urgent care bridges the gap between regular (primary) veterinary care and...

Style + Beauty

More Than A LABEL

The beloved women's boutique that has become so much more than a place to shop. Article by Michelle Bazis | Photography by Justin Palmer More than half of us reading this are transplants, a statistic that perfectly captures the unique personality of Northwest Arkansas. Whether you’ve arrived for a career milestone or to plant roots with family, There’s both a vulnerability and excitement that come with moving somewhere new. The change can feel both lonely and like a fresh start—a search for...

Style + Beauty

Six Tips: Selecting Vintage Fashion

Field Supply's Emily Petrick Shares Her Go-To Rules From 20+ Years Of Sourcing Quality Vintage Fashion Article by Emily Petrick | Photography by Michelle Bazis I was buying vintage long before opening up our shop, Field Supply, in Bentonville. Starting in middle school, every party dress, piece of jewelry, favorite pair of jeans, and winter coat was vintage. My first apartment was furnished almost entirely with things I’d cobbled together from the local vintage shops and flea markets. Several...

Sports + Recreation

The Psychology Of Clutter

Bee Organized Hacks The Why Behind Our Messes To Design Stylish Systems For Success Article by Tara Yarbrough | Photography by Provided Bee Organized has made a business out of creating customized systems for Northwest Arkansas homes because the task of organization can be overwhelming and ineffective if not executed well. By identifying the cause of your clutter and adapting to your daily routines, we design processes to help you clear through the mess and activate systems for a more...

Travel

Family, Legacy, and Waterfowl

How one family's heritage impacts another Article by Wyatt Layman | Photography by Garret Layman “Some of these trips could be once in a lifetime for me.” That’s what my dad told me when we were about to head out for a guided waterfowl trip to the legendary Stuart Ranch in Southern Oklahoma. My dad is only in his mid-sixties—a relatively young age in the modern world to make such definitive claims, but he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease (PD) several years ago.  Though my dad is...

Home + Design

Premium Outdoor Gear Without The Ego

Sturdy Used Gear Opens Fresh Consignment Solution In Bentonville To Help Keep The Outoors Affordable Article and Photography by Michelle Bazis “I don't really buy into the idea that gear makes you faster or stronger, but good gear can make you more comfortable and confident.” Last year, Bentonville-native Kelsey Miller set out to bring quality consignment to local outdoor enthusiasts. Her idea, Sturdy Used Gear, began as a monthly pop-up, but her proof-of-concept year boosted next steps for...

Event Planning + Services

Pro Tips for Premium Florals

Article and Photography by Michelle Bazis Game days and temperate weather have arrived for festive gatherings, bonfires, and dinner parties under the stars. As we look forward to celebrations like Halloween and Thanksgiving, we wanted to find new ways to help you add style to your next house party. Bentonville's luxury floral boutique, PIGMINT is the best local resource for premium arrangements, so we’ve asked their designers to share a few pro tips for elevating your next event. Don't...

Arts + Culture

"All The World's A Stage" But Bentonville Shines Brightest

Film Project Directly Impact Local Economies and Creatives–Bentonville Film Festival Showcases NWA As An Idyllic Stage For Merging Diverse Talent Article and Photography by Michelle Bazis The 2026 Bentonville Film Festival [BFF] transcended cinema, offering a vibrant platform where diverse talent, creative stories, and heartfelt missions converge. From volunteers and producers to writers and community advocates, we’re spotlighting a few local voices who helped bring the festival’s mission to...

Life + Culture

Growing Up With Northwest Arkansas

"Ordinary days in NWA shaped my motherhood experience just as much as they shaped my kids' childhood." Article by Danielle Keller | Photography by Provided Sometimes I catch myself looking at my kids and wondering where the time went. It seems to happen more and more these days now that they're 13 and 11. Somewhere between diaper bags, playgrounds, preschool drop-offs, and family adventures, they grew up. And so did Northwest Arkansas. For the past thirteen years, we've had the privilege of...

Arts + Culture

Care Packages For Ukraine

Hugs From Friends Helps U.S. Youth Send Hope, Support, and Friendship To Kids In Ukraine Article by Violet Bloomfield | Photography by Violet Bloomfield & Provided In 2022, local Trevor Dane volunteered at a Ukrainian humanitarian center in Przemyśl, Poland, aiding refugee families during the Russo-Ukrainian conflict. Services like art therapy for children, veterinary care, a hair salon, and food offered by the World Central Kitchen attempted to create a sense of normalcy, but where Dane...