Painter's Paradise

Renowned artist George Dombek is one of the Natural State’s treasures. He’s lived in several states and during his career, which spans five decades, has had more than 20 studios … yet, his studio/gallery space, sitting on 3 acres in northwest Arkansas is, in a word, paradise.

By Angela E. Thomas

Celebrating Survival: Pioneer Lady

Diane Holmes of Jonesboro, Ark., began an exciting — and terrifying — life journey after her July 2001 breast cancer diagnosis at the age of 42. Dr. Ronald Blachly, a hematologist/oncologist with NEA Baptist Clinic in Jonesboro — that she had a very aggressive type of breast cancer called HER2, and was given a 50/50 chance of surviving the next two years.

By Angela E. Thomas

Celebrating Survival: My Sister, My Friend

Sisters Donna Massanelli and Debbie Staley have a family history of breast cancer, so they have practiced due diligence when it comes to their breast health.

By Angela E. Thomas

Celebrating Survival: Find The Blessings

It was another sultry summer day in July 2011, and Rosalyn Coggins, 46, was hard at work as a cosmetologist at her salon and day spa Beauti Central in Mountain Home, Arkansas. A normal day, by all accounts, but for Coggins it was anything but — she noticed two knots in her left breast.

By Angela E. Thomas

Celebrating Survival

This year, we salute the millions of breast cancer survivors and honor the memory of those who lost their battles with breast cancer, by taking a look back at Runway for a Cause’s successful 10 years.

By Angela E. Thomas

Hall of Fame is Good 'Stewart' of History and Resources

Each year, the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame hosts a black tie, star-studded evening honoring African American history makers with ties to the Natural State. Later in the year, they equip others to perhaps change history as they work to benefit organizations and people who, in turn, give to others.

By Angela E. Thomas

Inspiring Women in Business

For more than a decade the Bentonville/Bella Vista Chamber of Commerce has sponsored one of northwest Arkansas’ most popular events, the Northwest Arkansas Business Women’s Conference. Here’s a bit of history from the woman behind the women, Krista Khone, and who will be speaking at the event.

By Angela E. Thomas

From chemist to CEO, Rosalind Brewer knows a thing or two about hard work

As the first woman and the first African-American to hold a CEO position at one of Wal-Mart’s business units, Brewer, 49, replaced Brian Cornell as president and CEO of Sam’s Club in February.

By Mille Alderman

Arts & Entertainment List

Arkansas — and the surrounding region — is a hot spot for culture and entertainment. Artists have flocked to inspirational cities such as Hot Springs, Fayetteville and Eureka Springs for decades. On any given weekend, you can find the art communities of cities across the state buzzing with art walks, festivals, events and more. Now with Crystal Bridges — a nationally-recognized art museum — in the mix, there are no limits to what you might find happening culturally in the state.

In For the Long Haul

He went from an ordinary guy to rock-star status nearly overnight. His integrity, transparency and efficiency in the disreputable Bobby Petrino investigation made him one of the most well-known athletic directors in the country, but that’s not what Jeff Long wants to focus on or be known for. Long is concentrating on the most important part of his job: the student-athletes.

By Mille Alderman