Fayetteville

Why it matters: The project revives a prominent 2.8-acre property and adds a boutique option as Northwest Arkansas' hotel supply expands. * The concept bets that travelers want something between a standard hotel and a short-term rental with bigger rooms, communal outdoor space and a unique local feel. State of play: Real estate investment company Dwellist, led by Charlie Mackey and Polly Watts, is turning the former budget bunkhouse into an 85-room boutique motor lodge. * The company bought the property in 2024 for $4.25 million. * The hotel will keep exterior room entrances but add new fi

FAYETTEVILLE -- Fayetteville has announced a two-day avenue closure downtown as the city celebrates America's 250th birthday and hosts the BITE at the Ramble. North West Avenue between West Dickson and West Spring streets will be closed at 8 a.m. in preparation for the events and will reopen by noon Saturday, according to a news release from the city. The America250 Celebration and BITE at the Ramble festivities will take from 6-10 p.m. Friday at the Upper Ramble, the release states.