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Star Shopper has been connecting NWA #FarOutStars since 1973. Explore the best that Northwest Arkansas has to offer! News, travel guides, publications, auto finders, and more.

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We connect buyers, sellers, publications, news sources, and local businesses online across the Northwest Arkansas region and beyond. Serving our community since 1973.

Star Shopper has been connecting NWA #FarOutStars since 1973. Star Shopper and #FarOutStars work to connect NWA and beyond. Automobile Dealers! Business Services! Free Print Publications! Shoppers! Buyers! Readers! Sellers. . . Shop Local, Buy Local! 

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Star Shopper NWA: Creating Joy Through Reuse, Repurpose, and Community

Since 1973, we have worked with Northwest Arkansas communities to ensure information gets into the hands of readers — both online and on stands. We pride ourselves on reducing waste for our...

Old Friends Reunion 2025: A Gathering of Music, Movement & Nature

Mark your calendars! From Thursday, September 25 through Sunday, September 28, 2025, Old Friend Farms in Prairie Grove, Arkansas will host Old Friends Reunion — a magical four-day festival of music,...

Through the Lens: Rediscovering the Joy of Photography

I am sure over the years I have taken a million photos — maybe more. And if you count the images taken by our staff over decades, we’re probably in the multi-million range. Photography has been part...

NWA Center for Sexual Assault — Mission, Services, & Who They Serve

What They AreThe NWA Center for Sexual Assault is a nonprofit agency in Northwest Arkansas dedicated to supporting adult survivors of sexual violence or harassment, plus their loved ones. Their...

Arkansas Homegrown Showcase + Making Music Making Change

Celebrating Local Music, Community, and Creative Changemakers If you’re in Northwest Arkansas this September and love discovering new music, Arkansas Music Week is your chance to immerse yourself in...

South’s Sculptures: Inspiring Smiles Across Arkansas

In the heart of Northwest Arkansas, one artist’s journey has captivated hearts and inspired countless smiles. South—a young, passionate sculptor—has transformed a simple childhood moment into a...

How Passion and Play Transform Public Health: Acroyoga (and a Clown) Are Redefining Movement in Fayetteville

When thinking of the world of circus arts, it’s easy to imagine every stereotype in the book: Theatrical performances accompanied by embellished outfits, anxiety-inducing stunts that leave a crowd...

Folk, Fun & Storytelling in the Ozarks: The 78th Original Ozark Folk Festival

Music, storytelling, dance, and community come together September 4–6, 2025, as Eureka Springs hosts the 78th Original Ozark Folk Festival. Known as one of the oldest folk festivals in America, this...

Creative Mornings Fayetteville: A Gathering of Ideas, Music, and Community

Creative Mornings Fayetteville once again brought together an inspiring mix of voices, stories, and sounds that reminded us why this community thrives on creativity and connection. This month’s...

Bert & Joyce Stafford: The Legacy Behind Star Shopper NWA

In 1973, Bert and Joyce Stafford launched Star Shopper, planting the seeds of what would become one of Northwest Arkansas’ most enduring and adaptable publications. From the very beginning, Star...

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