Making Ripples
Our Resident Roadrunners
With a nickname like “snake killer” and a running appearance similar to a Velociraptor, the Greater Roadrunner (Geococcyx californianus) is an attention-grabbing bird we’re lucky enough to glimpse occasionally in Northwest Arkansas.
Fireflies: Flashing Stars On Earth
Across the backyards and fields of Northwest Arkansas, endangered shooting stars are illuminating the grass in Christmas-light patterns that herald summer and thunderstorms.
Ridesharing In Northwest Arkansas
Driving for Uber used to be risky in Northwest Arkansas, but now it’s earned a legal stamp of approval.
NWA Ethical Eats
Northwest Arkansas is lucky to have a variety of restaurants, delis, food trucks and farmer’s markets that go beyond tasty.
Fantastic Frogs And Where To Find Them
We are home to some fantastic frogs that will amaze and delight people of all ages.
Eco-Friendly Hobbit Hole Houses
Fans of Tolkien have probably dreamed of living inside a hobbit hole in the Shire.
Unexpected Native Wildlife
We have natives that evolved to live in our home ecosystems despite appearing foreign or ancient.
Plant Native Trees For Arbor Day
Arbor Day is Friday, April 29 — a great time to adopt a special tree and bring it home with you!
Arkansas Homegrown Music Festival Models Sustainability
A lifestyle that makes a difference or avoids unnecessary harm doesn’t have to be boring or excessively challenging.
