Originally from Texarkana, Amy M. Cotham is a reporter and freelance writer currently residing in Fayetteville. Having completed her studies in journalism at the University of Arkansas, she decided to stay around for a while. Among other things, Amy enjoys the arts scene that is undeniably alive and well in Northwest Arkansas.

Case Dighero, is a longtime resident of Northwest Arkansas having earned a Bachelor Degree of Fine Arts in 1994 from the University of Arkansas, with an emphasis in communications. He has served in restaurants throughout Fayetteville, as sous chef, operations director and catering director.

Case describes himself as a Foodie with practical experience in the restaurant and foods service industries. As important as it is, says Dighero, great food is only one component of the dinning experience. It takes the correct mixture of cuisine, presentation, service and atmosphere that's what diners want: the winning combination coming together for a great dining experience.

Daniel Keeley is founder and creative principle of DK Design, an exterior design company based in Fayetteville. Specializing in fine gardens and outdoor spaces of distinction, DK Design collaborates with both commercial and residential clients on custom projects throughout Arkansas, and as far away as the West Coast. Keeley’s diverse, sophisticated style and unique focus on the outdoors affords clients the opportunity to optimize their exterior spaces, transforming them into retreats of unequalled comfort and luxury. Drawing inspiration from both European classicism and modern simplicity, Keeley blurs the lines between indoors and out to create elegant and inviting spaces for entertainment, escape and enjoyment. Keeley also lends his creativity and expertise as a regular contributor to CitiScapes Magazine.

Freelancing on the side, Jill works full-time as a travel writer for the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism. Before that she reported on education, county and city government and wrote local features for The Morning News. With 12 years of experience writing for publications, she is now pursuing a bigger goal writing a book. She lives in Fayetteville with her husband Mike and their one-year-old son, Thomas.

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