Exploring the people, places + stories of the Ozarks

Among the Ozarks is a space to explore the people, places + stories that make Northwest Arkansas feel like home. From local businesses and artisans to trails, towns, and everyday moments, there’s always something new to discover — whether you’ve lived here for years or are just passing through. Welcome to the Ozarks!

Fountain shooting water into the air in a pond surrounded by trees and rocky walls.
Colorful mural depicting children, animals, and fantasy characters in a whimsical style on a school wall, with a sign about its creation and purpose to honor a school district superintendent.
Two people sitting on a park bench near a large tree, with another empty park bench nearby, in a green park with trees and bushes.
A church or religious store window display with a sign quoting Psalm 46:1, a small votive candle, and a flyer about a sock hop event, with reflections of trees and buildings outside.
A storefront with a large window display decorated for Christmas, featuring red and white striped ornaments and holiday decorations. The store sign reads "Heart of the Home." The sidewalk outside is brick, with parked cars and trees lining the street
Cupcake with white frosting and beige writing on top, placed on a wooden surface with a blurred bookshelf in the background.
Wall mural of a person with a large orange-red tree growing through their body, with a yellow moon in the background, painted on a brick wall.
A park with a river and fountains on a sunny day with trees showing fall foliage.
Pink and red carnations with green stems and buds on a gray background.
Exterior view of a flower shop called Siloam Flowers & Gifts with decorative window display, potted plants outside, and street scene with trees and sidewalk.
A woman wearing a black apron and glasses, holding a cupcake with frosting, standing in front of bookshelf with books and a brick wall.
A wooden bridge with black railings in a wooded area during daytime, with sunlight filtering through the green trees.
A sunny scene of a wooden footbridge over a small creek in a park, surrounded by trees with green leaves, and sunlight filtering through the branches.

“In the Ozarks, the hills hold stories, the rivers hum songs, and every town has a soul.”

— Anonymous

A basket of sunflowers with yellow roses and white lilies in a flowershop.
Black and white close-up portrait of a smiling woman with wavy hair.

Meet Megan

Megan Whitworth is a storyteller with a background in journalism, marketing, and communications. For more than a decade, she’s crafted stories that connect people and celebrate community — through words, images, and shared experiences.

Among the Ozarks was born from her love of storytelling and her appreciation for the people and places that make Northwest Arkansas feel like home. When she’s not behind the camera or crafting her next story, Megan enjoys exploring new adventures with her family and spending time with her two rescue cats.