Arts + Culture

Finding Peace in Plein Air

Artist Shirley Anderson Discovers Love of Creating Art Outdoors and Teaching Others Article by Anna Yanosick | Photography by Sarah Oden Shirley Anderson proves it’s never too late to pursue a passion for art. After working in a crime lab and retiring from project management, she found peace in painting plein air — creating art outdoors — using soft pastels.  “I want people to see my world the way I see my world,” Shirley says. Shirley took on art lessons as a way to relax after leaving the...

Food + Beverage

Thanksgiving MVPs

Everyone Knows The Stars of Thanksgiving Are the Turkey and the Mashed Potatoes Article by Tay Stratton | Photography by Contributed Classic Roasted Turkey with Rub a Bird Butter Ingredients Turkey (12–14 lbs.), thawed if frozen 1 stick (1⁄2 cup) unsalted butter, softened 3 Tbsp Fennel & Fire Rub A Bird Seasoning 1 large onion, quartered 1 apple, quartered 1 lemon, quartered 1 head garlic, halved crosswise 4 sprigs fresh rosemary (or thyme) 2 Tbsp olive oil Kosher salt and freshly cracked...

Life + Culture

Three Ways To Give Thanks

Spread Some Holiday Cheer Throughout the Community This Year Article by Anna Yanosick | Photography by Provided November is all about giving thanks to friends and family, but it’s also the perfect time to show appreciation for those in your community. A small gesture can go a long way when spreading holiday cheer. Here are three simple ways to say “thank you” to neighbors and everyday heroes this season. Deliver baked goods to first responders  Show gratitude to firefighters, police officers...

Travel

Wilson Winter Wonderland

Enjoy a Festive Roadtrip to Wilson This Holiday Season Article by Anna Yanosick | Photography by Contributed Tucked in the Arkansas Upper Delta lies the historic town of Wilson, a revitalized farm and craft community that seems to have leaped from the pages of a storybook.   “Known affectionately as America’s Village, Wilson guests discover an experience that feels both timeless and modern — sipping cocktails infused with fruit grown just steps away, listening to live music under the stars or...