The Walk-On Filmmaker: Brian Reindl and “Greater”

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Brandon Burlsworth, a walk-on at the University of Arkansas, was known for his dedication to the game of football. Moving from a walk-on to a team player and eventually drafted by the Indianapolis Colts pro team, Burlsworth defied all limitations and expectations. Burlsworth was named an All-American football player and showed people…Continue Reading The Walk-On Filmmaker: Brian Reindl and “Greater”

From India to Arkansas: Nethra’s Journey to Fayetteville

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.— Nethra Chelakkat, an Indian woman, had her world flipped upside down when moving to America at the age of 11 years old. From living in a damaged, broken-down house in the south of India to a modern home in Texas was life changing for young Chelakkat. Navigating through life from one continent to…Continue Reading From India to Arkansas: Nethra’s Journey to Fayetteville

Khaki Onion Makes Noise in Arkansas

The rock band Khaki Onion during a performance at George's Majestic Lounge.

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The sound of ringing cymbals and lingering guitar riffs fills the air at George’s Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The music on stage fulfills the promises of a forgotten youth. This is The Khaki Onion, a band of six local rock stars, not chasing fame, but the feeling of a revived Friday night. …Continue Reading Khaki Onion Makes Noise in Arkansas

From Hometown Teammates to D1 Rivals: A Reunion on the Field

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The Arkansas women’s soccer team played Mississippi State on Oct. 5 at Razorback Field. The game was a grueling matchup between the two teams with Arkansas taking the win by a 4-2 margin. This game was an important match for two players on opposite sides of the pitch. Razorback Soccer Player Natalie…Continue Reading From Hometown Teammates to D1 Rivals: A Reunion on the Field

New smoothie shop opens in West Fayetteville

Store front of the Wildberry Smoothie Company in Fayetteville

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Wildberry Smoothie Co. Founder Wade Crews says he wants to serve people “real food.” That means real fruit, local honey and no syrups or fillers. The shop opened its doors Aug.18 on Wedington Drive and is bringing the community more options for healthy, locally made smoothies.   Wildberry offers vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free…Continue Reading New smoothie shop opens in West Fayetteville