Life + Culture

Steve Harp’s Love Insurance

The Harp family’s story of service, sacrifice, and strength across generations Article by Bo Simpson | Photography by Maddy Moser To many of us in the South and Midwest, the red, white, and blue logo of Shelter Insurance represents a symbol of familiarity. For those of us insured elsewhere – or not insured at all – that’s all it is: a recognizable sign that blends with all the other symbols, signs, and logos that make up the world around us. Rarely do we stop to consider the stories that make...

Fitness

Hope, When It’s Most Unexpected

How Hope Cancer Resources points us to the stars Article by Bo Simpson | Photography by Hope Cancer Resources Oscar Wilde once wrote, “We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars.”  In many ways, life can feel like that gutter – full of hardship and struggle, whether we face it ourselves or walk beside loved ones as they do. It is an uphill battle.  Perhaps the most devastating of all experiences in the modern world is a bad diagnosis. Our bodies, equipped as they are...

Beauty

The Skin Clinic Q & A

Hannah Lewis on what The Skin Clinic is thankful for Article by Bo Simpson | Photography by Allison Winkle The Skin Clinic is a full care aesthetics clinic and partner with Springdale City Lifestyle. Hannah Lewis, DNP, FNP-C, and Autumn Fidler, RN, have teamed up with Rowan Anderson, their medical esthetician, to bring the best in medical aesthetics to Siloam Springs, Arkansas. From their historic downtown location, Hannah Lewis took time to answer some questions about what makes The Skin...

Real Estate

Customer Review

There’s nothing we love more than hearing from our happy custom home clients! 🏡✨“Thank you SSI Northwest Arkansas for the superior service in building our custom home! Trent and his crew have been so attentive to detail and wonderful to work with! If you are looking to build a custom home, SSI Northwest Arkansas is a team you can trust to build the home of your dreams!” - Custom House Client We’re so grateful for clients who trust us to bring their vision to life. At SSI NWA, our team takes...

Wellness

Beauty on the Menu?

Get to know the Aesthetica Team Article by Lauren Fortenberry | Photography by Q Photography at MAQ Studios Chantal Crosse-Sumlin, APRN Chantal Crosse-Sumlin, RN, FNP-C, earned her nursing degrees from Columbus State University and the Medical College of Georgia. With expertise in preventative care and aesthetics, she helps clients achieve their goals while building lasting connections. Britt Erickson – Esthetician Britt, a Northwest Arkansas native, graduated from Ark Beauty Academy in...

Food + Beverage

Springdale After Dark

Wine, brews, and cocktails worth staying up for. Article and Photography by Bo Simpson Springdale’s bar scene may come alive after dark. But despite what the title suggests, locals and visitors can still enjoy a drink before the sun goes down. 1.At Sassafras Springs Vineyard and Winery, the rustic scenery of sloping fields, flowing creeks, and towering trees make for a refreshing glass of wine as sunlight filters through the canopy. Sitting outdoors as the first fallen leaves scatter in the...

Food + Beverage

For the Love

For the Love is a place where loving your neighbor becomes a reality, where community means family Article by Bo Simpson | Photography by Bo Simpson, For the Love Some things are simply part of being human. Hunger is one of them. And while eating alone isn’t unusual, there’s something deeply familiar about sharing a meal with others. From the beginning of time, people have gathered around food—cooking together, passing plates, telling stories. Sharing a meal is more than just filling our...

Arts + Culture

Tontitown Grape Festival

On History, Community, and Tradition Article by Bo Simpson | Photography by Tontitown Archives, Brenda Pianalto The first Tontitown Grape Festival occurred as a Thanksgiving celebration at the turn of the twentieth century. Just two months ago, it celebrated its 126th anniversary. For generations, people have come together in Tontitown, Arkansas, to listen to music, play games, eat spaghetti, and spend time with each other—family, friends, and strangers alike. It’s a place where culture comes...

Food + Beverage

A Hint of Midnight

Talking Crow Coffee Roaster's Black Sesame Vanilla Latte Article and Photography by Carol Blanchet A fall ritual in a cup — this caffeine-free latte pairs velvety decaf espresso with house-made black sesame vanilla syrup for a nutty, toasty sweetness that lingers beyond the last sip. For the Simple Syrup: 1 cup dark brown sugar 2 Tablespoons black sesame powder 1 vanilla bean pod, split and scraped 1 cup of water Combine all ingredients and bring to a boil, stirring often so sugar doesn’t...

Arts + Culture

Marque Collection Suites

Redefining Luxury Living in Northwest Arkansas Article by Kenah Smith | Photography by Griffin Fulton Luxury real estate is on the rise in Northwest Arkansas, and Marque Collection Suites is leading the way with a unique concept: customizable luxury garages designed for both personal expression and social connection. This premier development offers owners the chance to design bespoke spaces tailored to their lifestyle and tastes, while enjoying access to shared amenities and a vibrant network...