Barton County

A growing business

A growing business

The process repeats itself every week for Ron Selfors and his son, Eric Robinson. Itā€™s part chemistry project, part farming operation and part hard work. But one thing is for sure: The earthy final product is 100% delicious.

Dad of the Year?

Dad of the Year?

Some buddies and I have a contest called ā€œDad of the Year.ā€ Before you question my parenting skills, let me explain the game. There are no rules, judges or winner. The theory behind ā€œDad of the Yearā€ is straightforward.

Garden Giants

Garden Giants

Two blue-ribbon winners share their secrets for growing massive produce MEGA MELONS Justin Martin hit two big firsts last year. He entered the largest watermelon contest at the Missouri State Fair for the first time, and he won the first-place ribbon. Even during one...

Hardwood history

Hardwood history

Walking into the sold-out Sanford Pentagon arena in March 2017, it didnā€™t take Dray Starzl long to realize Sioux Falls, South Dakota, had turned into Maryville North. Dray was a sophomore on the Northwest Missouri State basketball team. They had been defeated in the Sweet 16 the previous three seasons. But this day belonged to the Bearcats. They were playing for the programā€™s first national championship.

The Little Farm Store

The Little Farm Store

Online farmers market bringsĀ  food to the people Your doorbell rings and the dog barks, announcing a visitor. Just beyond the threshold, a friendly ā€œhelloā€ greets you, along with the colorful bounty of straight-from-the-garden vegetables. Bags of produce soon fill...

Egg-cellent Easters Start Here

Egg-cellent Easters Start Here

Sunny Bunny Easter Eggs are filled with love by happy people Photos by Sara Schafer and Angie Jones-Wheeler Fifty egg bottoms are lined up on a board. With a quick grab and plop, each egg is filled with a single piece of candy. The tops are added with a sharp snap and...

Easter eggstravaganza

Easter eggstravaganza

Put all your eggs in one basketĀ for these treatsEasy Brunch Quiche One 10-ounce package frozen broccoli with cheese 12 slices bacon, chopped 1/2 cup scallions, sliced 1 cup mushrooms, sliced 4 eggs 1 cup milk 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese, divided Two 9-inch frozen...

Blue Jacket Journey

Blue Jacket Journey

Grant Norfleet earns a spot on the National FFA stage In 24 hours, Grant Norfleet made his inaugural trip to Washington, D.C., witnessed two turkeys be pardoned and took a selfie with President Joe Biden. That epic trip was just the beginning of a life-changing year...

A Woven Life

A Woven Life

Theodosia artist weaves stories and memories into fiber art Stories and memories abound in every piece of art displayed in the house. A homemade loom rests atop a piano in the corner. The intricate weaving of colorful thread is nearly complete. On the wall hangs a...

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