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Anthropologie To Open At Walmart’s New Headquarters
NWA Daily
Anthropologie, a national clothing and lifestyle brand, is set to open its first Northwest Arkansas location at Walmart’s new home office campus.
NWAnthropologie: The addition signals Walmart’s continued investment in giving associates and the community access to experiences beyond the workday, combining work and play into one space.
A Fitting Addition: Opening in Spring 2026 on 8th Street in Bentonville, Anthropologie will join a growing lineup of retailers in the area, including Gearhead Outfitters, Starbucks, Chipotle, Swig, sweetgreen, and more.
Learn more HERE.
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A Fayetteville Favorite Rooftop Spot
Feed & Folly is nestled right off of the Fayetteville Square, serving guests American pub food with British and Texan influences.
Squarely Delicious: With its rooftop views in a central location, locally sourced ingredients, and a menu that blends Southern comfort with British flavors, Feed & Folly has become a staple among Northwest Arkansans.
Taste Your Way Around: We have partnered with Feed & Folly and nine other restaurants to create the 2026 Daily Dine Card, your ticket to enjoy favorite spots and discover new ones around Northwest Arkansas, with a single-use 20% off discount at each location.
Purchase your Daily Dine Card before the holidays wrap up HERE.
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Shine Bright This Season with Underwoods’ Holiday Picks
Looking for something timeless to gift or add to your own wishlist? Underwoods Fine Jewelers has curated a sparkling Holiday Gift Guide full of meaningful pieces designed to make spirits bright.
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Staff Picks: This season's favorites include dainty cross necklaces, natural freshwater pearls, and handcrafted William Henry Knives, perfect for anyone on your list. Gift cards are also available, and custom options make it easy to choose something truly personal.
Find something unforgettable in Underwoods’ Holiday Gift Guide HERE.
Hospitality
Major Travel Outlet Spotlights Bentonville’s Compton Hotel
NWA Daily
Find out why Travel + Leisure, a big-name travel media brand, highlighted Bentonville’s The Compton Hotel earlier this week.
Suite Life Of Bentonville: Named after conservationist Dr. Neil Compton, the hotel sits on the Bentonville Square and features over 140 rooms, three restaurants, and easy access to world-class mountain biking trails.
Wood You Stay Awhile? Designed with the Ozark Mountains in mind, the space brings the outdoors of Northwest Arkansas inside through its intentional architecture and natural aesthetic.
Read the full article from Travel + Leisure HERE.
Events
Fayetteville Festivus To Light Up Downtown
Downtown Fayetteville Coalition
Fayetteville Festivus returns to the Downtown Square on Friday, Dec 12, from 5-9p as part of Lights of the Ozarks, bringing free, family-friendly activities to multiple locations.
Sleigh The Square: Enjoy outdoor holiday movie screenings, bounce houses, Christmas lights, festive snacks, a visit from Santa Claus, and a Children’s Entrepreneur Market featuring 30 young vendors.
Fun Inside: Head indoors to the Pryor Center for performances from March to August and The Larry B Show, or catch live music at Jammin’ Java.
All the details HERE.
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In other news…
🧑⚖️ Owl About Elder Law: HootOwl, an estate planning firm, will host an online webinar where the team will cover Elder Law Essentials on Tuesday, Dec 16, from 12-12:45p.*
🏍️ Vroom, Vroom: The 20th Annual Pig Trail Harley-Davidson Christmas Toy Run hits the streets on Saturday, Dec 13, at 10a.
🎸 AMP’d Up: The Walmart AMP had five shows with over 10K in attendance in 2025, but posted double-digit dips in shows, ticket sales, and revenue.
🛍️ Shop ‘Til You Drop: Swing by Mano’s on Emma for a pop-up holiday market while at the International Hot Cocoa Crawl in Downtown Springdale on Friday, Dec 12, from 4:30-8:30p.
🏗️ Nailed It: The Anthony Timberlands Center for Design and Materials Innovation, located in Fayetteville, has been awarded the 2025 Project of the Year by Arch Paper.
🏆 Crowning Achievement: Discover who earned the 2025 NWA Woman of the Year award from the Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce, and learn how she’s making a lasting impact on the community and inspiring the next generation of leaders.
💼 Job Board: Find exciting new job opportunities or find great candidates by posting your open positions on our Job Board.
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