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Profile: C. Lowry Barnes, M.D.
Leading a New Era
When Dr. C. Lowry Barnes stepped into the role of interim chancellor at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in July 2025, he did so with the confidence of someone who understands both the operating room and the boardroom. Now, having been named chancellor in February, Barnes leads Arkansas’ only academic medical center at a time of historic growth, particularly in Northwest Arkansas.
Arts & Culture: Discovery Awaits for Little Ones at Walton Arts Center
Entertainment meets education at Walton Arts Center this spring with shows that promise to delight the whole family. Bring your little explorers to make a new dinosaur friend, experience American history in a comedic setting or travel to the vast lands of Yellowstone National Park. Your kids will leave feeling excited and inspired, all while learning something new.
Entertainment: Your Guide to an Epic Start of the Walmart AMP Season
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Kick off summer concert season with unforgettable performances and can’t-miss moments at the Walmart AMP. The upcoming lineup features fresh artists, legendary performers and live entertainment like no other.
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Two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame icon Rod Stewart is bringing his signature voice, style and songwriting to Northwest Arkansas on April 22 at 7:30 p.m. With more than 250 million records and singles sold worldwide, he has transcended all genres of popular music, including rock, folk, soul, R&B and the Great American Songbook, making him one of the few stars to enjoy chart-topping albums throughout every decade of his career.
Community: Upcoming Festivities Across Northwest Arkansas
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As the weather continues to get warmer, add these festivals to next month’s calendar! From art and culture celebrations to fruit festivities, these events reflect the hearts of communities across the region.
Sports: Enjoy a Summer Full of Family Fun With Naturals Baseball at Arvest Ballpark
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Northwest Arkansas Naturals baseball season is just around the corner as the Double-A affiliate of the Kansas City Royals gears up for another exciting season at Arvest Ballpark. The team will begin its 18th season with a road series in Wichita from April 2-4, before returning to Arvest Ballpark for its home opener April 7 against the Amarillo Sod Poodles, the Double-A affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Nonprofit: Beyond the Shelter: How Expert Partnerships are Changing Lives at 7hills
The path from the street to a stable home is sometimes blocked by a complex web of medical and mental health crises, dental emergencies and administrative barriers that can feel impossible to climb alone. Recognizing these gaps, two Northwest Arkansas nonprofits, 7hills Homeless Center and Restoring Hope Medical Clinic, have forged a partnership designed to dismantle these obstacles at their root.
Eats & Drinks: Toot Beirut
5208 Village Parkway, Ste. 11, Rogers | (479) 268-5013 | www.facebook.com/TootBeirutAR
Since 2022, Rogers restaurant Toot Beirut, helmed by executive chef-owner Khaled Alkhatib, has been busy, and it’s easy to see why. The vibe is casual but nuanced and bright, with perhaps the best offering of authentic Middle Eastern cuisine in the region. Quietly tucked away at Village on the Creeks, the fragrance of spices, slow-roasted lamb and smoked eggplant permeates the air even before you enter the front door.
Living Spaces: Fun and Homey with Tributes to Family
This Springdale homeowner’s sister helped her design the perfect downsized home
When Leah Bewley was looking to downsize to a smaller house, she knew she wanted her sister, Myra Graves, with Myra Graves Designs, to help her.
Outdoor Living: Designing for Health
Last year at the annual conference of Accessories Resource Team, a design and furnishings industry-focused advocacy and resource group, I was blown away by the closing keynote presentation. The topic? Neuroaesthetics. I had never heard the word before, but by the end of the presentation, I was a complete devotee. Neuroaesthetics is the scientific study of how beauty, nature and fine design affect our brains and bodies. And not only does it quantify and validate what designers have intuited for centuries, it stands poised to revolutionize how we live, work and care for our well-being.
