Celebrate her with tea room-inspired delicacies Chicken Salad Croissant Ingredients 6 strips bacon 1 rotisserie chicken, shredded 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup scallions, chopped 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered Croissants Sprouts Directions In...
Brenna Morey uses her platform to inspire confidence and give back STORY AND PHOTOS by Ricki Spargo Brenna Morey is accustomed to life in the spotlight. At only 18 years old, she knows how to command a stage. While most teenagers are still figuring out who they are,...
Paul Comeau’s pinstriping turns everyday vehicles into rolling works of art STORY AND PHOTOS by Sara Schafer Some works of art hang behind glass or stretch across cathedral ceilings. Paul Comeau’s masterpieces barrel down the highway at 70 mph. With a steady hand and...
At Countryside Farm & Market, passion takes root in every plant STORY AND PHOTOS by Sara Schafer Step inside the door at Countryside Farm & Market and you’re greeted by a sea of green — and then the color hits. Thousands of hanging baskets sway gently in the...
Jerry Holloway put Pacific on the map for smoked meat and music STORY AND PHOTOS by Jim McCarty Stop in at Brown Jerry’s Brews, Blues and Barbecue in Pacific and you’re likely to find owner Jerry Holloway holding court at a high-top table just inside the door. He...
by Caleb Jones Long before I convinced Lindsey to marry me, I learned I was going to have to earn it. If memory serves me right, I sent her flowers every day for a week before she would even return my call. Some men fall in love at first sight. I apparently signed up...
Butler man cheers up community STORY AND PHOTOS by Paul Newton Most days in Butler, if the weather’s right, you’ll find Alonzo Smith sitting along West Mill Street. He’s not selling anything. Not waiting on anyone. He’s waving. And nearly everyone waves back. Alonzo...
Co-ops Rise to the Moment The energy landscape isn’t just evolving — it’s accelerating. From rapid load growth to emerging technologies, electric cooperatives are focused on reliability, innovation and the cooperative approach to meeting unprecedented demand. That...
Dentist leads Pickin’ and Grinnin’ bluegrass jam on his lunch break STORY AND PHOTOS by Sara Schafer On the first Wednesday of each month, Sam Zimmer knows how he’ll spend his lunch break. The family dentist takes off his plastic gloves and specialized glasses, grabs...