Missouri co-op linemen head to Jamaica to help rebuild infrastructure STORY by Jim McCarty Since 2016, Missouri On a Mission International Program teams have built power lines in two countries on seven separate trips. Thousands of previously unserved people in Bolivia...
Reo Haynes returns classic motorcycles to their original glory STORY AND PHOTOS by Jim McCarty Michelle had a problem while preparing for a motorcycle road trip. Her Victory motorcycle needed some work. She had changed the oil herself, but the bike needed to be level...
Washington gallery hosts 85 artists STORY AND PHOTOS by Jim mcCarty The area around Washington, Missouri, has long been a hotbed of artistic creation. Artists representing every medium could be found at the frequent festivals the town held to promote their work. One...
by Caleb Jones February always takes me back to the farm, more specifically those cold, blistering mornings. If you grew up on a farm, you know the kind of cold I’m talking about. We raised hogs and cattle, which means I still wake up at night in a cold sweat thinking...
Impress your valentine with an elegant heart-made dinner Baked Brie with Pecans and Cranberry Orange Chutney Ingredients 12 ounces fresh cranberries 1/2 cup maple syrup, plus 1 teaspoon for garnish, divided 1/2 cup water 1 orange, zest and juice only 1 teaspoon fresh...
Lifesaving in Action Because of the nature of the work they do, electric cooperative employees receive extensive lifesaving training. They hope they never need these skills but are prepared to put their training to work — whether assisting an injured employee or a...
For 15 years, our readers have eagerly shared the fun and worthwhile activities they enjoy with friends, family and furry companions inside Missouri’s state parks and historic sites. And they’re not alone. The parks draw around 20 million guests annually, with more...
Sweet treats served with an even sweeter mission in Cape Girardeau STORY AND PHOTOS by Ricki Spargo Open the door to My Daddy’s Cheesecake and be transported into a cozy escape in the heart of southeast Missouri. Here, locals celebrate life’s milestones over...
Carnivores serves unforgettable made-from-scratch dishes Story and Photos by Paul Newton The smell of smoked dishes and grilled steaks immerses you as soon as you walk in the door. The tables aren’t set for a fancy, white tablecloth dinner in this strip mall just off...