Don and Trish Pierson: A calling carried together

Don and Trish Pierson: A calling carried together

CERTAIN CALLINGS develop slowly, unfolding through seasons of steady obedience. Others present themselves with undeniable force, a conviction that settles on the heart with clarity and weight. For this pastoral family, their call to international missions was born in...
Dr. Sarah Thelen: Healing the whole person

Dr. Sarah Thelen: Healing the whole person

DR. SARAH Thelen has spent the past 15 years caring for patients of all ages, from newborns to centenarians, at her small-town practice in Fayetteville. Grounded in faith, compassion, and a deep respect for what she believes is God’s design, her approach to health...
Jeremy Thompson: Serving America

Jeremy Thompson: Serving America

JEREMY THOMPSON is currently the executive director of a leading military nonprofit. Before that, he served for 22 years in the Army National Guard and has been a volunteer firefighter and a reserve deputy sheriff in Lincoln County for many years. The desire to serve...
Leslie Price: Saving lives in layers

Leslie Price: Saving lives in layers

THE HUMANE Society of Lincoln County plays a vital role in strengthening the community while giving animals in need a second chance. Through fostering, adoptions, and community outreach, the organization works tirelessly to ensure that every animal experiences love,...
Randy Delap: Keeping Lincoln County’s history alive

Randy Delap: Keeping Lincoln County’s history alive

IN LINCOLN County, record-keeping is more than just a bureaucratic task — it’s a cornerstone of preserving community heritage. From courthouse ledgers to family archives, each record tells a story of the people, places, and events that have shaped the county. These...
Ila Hose: Turning compassion into action

Ila Hose: Turning compassion into action

THE EMERGENCY Medical Service (EMS) personnel are a special breed. You could say that they are adrenaline junkies of sorts; however, it requires much more than just adrenaline. Their job requires spur-of-the-moment precision where every decision matters. Their day...