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Profile: Dr. Wes Cox
The Evolution of Health Care in Northwest Arkansas
A former lead product developer for Microsoft once said, “Look into the future, see what’s missing and solve for it.” This statement is a perfect representation of the career of Dr. Wes Cox, orthopedic surgeon and section chief for University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences orthopedics in Northwest Arkansas. Wes is a problem solver, and Northwest Arkansas benefits from his desire to see a continuous evolution in our community’s health care.
Arts & Culture: A Classic Movie Takes the Stage in a Futuristic Way
Synchronize your watches because Back to the Future: The Musical is coming to Walton Arts Center on April 8-13. Experience the classic movie you know and love in a new musical theater production. Marty McFly is a rock ‘n’ roll teenager who is accidentally transported back to 1955 in a time-traveling DeLorean invented by his friend, Dr. Emmett Brown. But before he can return to 1985, Marty must make sure his high school-aged parents fall in love in order to save his own existence.
Arts & Culture: SoNA Concludes 2024-25 MainStage Season April 19
Concert features acclaimed pianist Stewart Goodyear performing George Gershwin’s iconic “Rhapsody in Blue”
Following a bold kickoff to 2025 with a virtually sold-out crowd at its Jupiter Rising concert in February, which followed three sold-out performances in December and two packed houses earlier in the fall, the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas’ 2024-25 MainStage Season will conclude April 19 with American Voices: Rhapsody in Blue.
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Entertainment: Your Guide to Spring Shows at the Walmart AMP
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This spring, the Walmart AMP boasts an exciting lineup of live entertainment, bringing legendary musicians, dynamic collaborations and top-tier comedy to the stage. Whether you’re craving an electrifying concert experience or an evening of laughter, this season’s performances are set to deliver unforgettable moments.
Sports: Royals Top Prospects and Game-Changing Promotions in NWA Naturals 2025 Season
With a new wave of up-and-coming talent and memorable promotions, the season promises action-packed fun
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Baseball season is here, and the Northwest Arkansas Naturals, the Double-A affiliate of the Kansas City Royals, are ready for another thrilling year.
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Outdoor Living: Relax in Warm Outdoor Spaces with the Pantone Color of the Year
I love a good word, especially if it pertains to the garden. Well, I recently learned a particularly great garden-related word: psithurism. It describes the rustling sound we hear as the wind blows through leaves on trees. Just the thought of it transports me to a beautiful outdoor world full of rich textures and sensory pleasures — perhaps a park in Paris where I am enjoying a delicious ice cream or a crisp glass of wine.
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Nonprofit: Heroes on the Frontlines: Prioritizing Mental Health for Veterans and First Responders
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​Veteran and first responder suicide rates are staggering, with numbers substantially higher than the national average. While combat trauma, PTSD and the transition to civilian life are often cited as factors contributing to veteran suicides, the primary cause of first responder suicides tends to be repeated exposure to trauma as part of their job duties.
Eats & Drinks: TOCA
202 E. Emma Ave., Ste. 213, Springdale | (479) 334-2784
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Just like all cuisine born from a specific place, Mexican food does not simply stand alone as something easily defined. It’s not fast-food crunch melts, Tex-Mex combo plates, back-alley tamales — though those certainly have virtue — but rather, is shaped by an interesting diversity that comes from multiple regions, cultures and even the impact that immigration into the United States has had on a beautiful cuisine.
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Eats & Drinks | Spotlight: Isabellas Italian Opens in Bentonville
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Chef Todd and Nickki Golden have done it again! Fayetteville’s much-loved culinary duo have extended the reach of their beloved Italian fine dining concept, Isabellas, to Bentonville. The menu remains the same, and they’re also connecting with their avid followers by offering a few tantalizing events in both locations.
Living Spaces: Mid-Century Modern with a View
A locally influential architect designed this home in 1959
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Architect Warren D. Segraves left a lasting influence on the skyline of Fayetteville. While he might not be as well-known as his classmate E. Fay Jones, his designs include many area churches, schools, houses and landmark buildings.
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Feature: UAMS in Northwest Arkansas
Committed to a Better State of Health
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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is shaping the future of health care in Northwest Arkansas through an unprecedented commitment to education, research and clinical care. As the state’s only academic health center, UAMS is laying the groundwork for a transformative era in regional health services that will not only meet today’s needs but also anticipate the challenges of tomorrow.
Feature: ACNW Grows with the Region
Imagining a future where more kids have access to specialized care
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When Arkansas Children’s Northwest opened to the community in 2018, its leaders made a promise: They’d deliver right-sized care for the region and grow to support Northwest Arkansas’ booming population.
The community can already see that promise taking shape as ACNW’s expansion continues alongside Interstate 49 in Springdale. The project is slated to open in phases in 2026.
Feature: Washington Regional
75 Years of Caring for Northwest Arkansas
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Washington Regional is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year. The health system has been a vital part of Northwest Arkansas since it first opened in 1950 as Washington County Hospital at the corner of North Street and College Avenue in Fayetteville. Since then, it has grown to become the area’s health care leader.
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Today, Washington Regional is the largest health care system in the region with a 425-bed medical center, the region’s only Level II Trauma Center and more than 40 clinic locations throughout Northwest and North Central Arkansas.
Feature: New Horizons for MANA Family Medicine and Renaissance Women’s Health
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Renaissance Women’s Health and MANA Family Medicine North are announcing a new clinic to better serve residents. The two MANA clinics plan to move to 688 Millsap Road, Suite 101, in Fayetteville this spring. Women’s health and family medicine will be conveniently located in one medical clinic.