Local Services

More Than a Fish Fry

Two longtime friends turn a love of fishing into a lasting tradition to support Northwest Arkansas veterans. Article by Erin Boiger | Photography by Michelle Bazis and Chase Grace For longtime friends Alton Pennington and Randy Porter, decades spent on the water have become something much bigger: a community tradition dedicated to supporting veterans right here at home. Put Alton Pennington and Randy Porter in a room together, and nearly 50 years of friendship is easy to see. There is teasing...

Professional Services

A Legacy Built on Trust

With decades of experience, the Westfield Chapel team helps families navigate life’s most difficult moments with care. Article by Erin Boiger | Photography by Michelle Bazis For the team at Westfield Chapel Funeral Home, decades of experience meet a deeply personal commitment to the families and community they serve. For Stan Youngblood, the road to Northwest Arkansas began with family. Raised in South Arkansas and around the funeral profession for much of his life, Stan graduated from the...

Beauty

Sugaring vs. Waxing: A Sweeter Way to Smooth Skin? | Sugaring NYC

Sugaring vs. Wax: What’s the Difference?Both sugaring and waxing remove hair from the root, but the techniques are different, and that can affect how your skin feels during and after your appointment.With traditional waxing, warm or hot wax is applied to the skin and typically removed against the direction of hair growth.Sugaring uses a soft sugar paste made from simple ingredients and is generally removed in the natural direction of hair growth.So, why do many people prefer sugaring?• Gentler...

Beauty

Why Fall & Winter Are Best for Sugaring | Sugaring NYC

Give Your Routine Time to WorkWhen temperatures drop and shorts and swimsuits make their way to the back of the closet, hair removal might be the last thing on your mind. But if smooth skin is part of your summer routine, fall and winter may actually be the best time to start.Unlike shaving, sugaring removes hair from the root. Because hair grows in different cycles, the best results don’t necessarily happen after a single appointment. Staying consistent gives you the opportunity to catch hairs...