Letter From the Editor

Letter From the Editor

OUR FOOD nourishes us, from the soil beneath our feet to the table where we gather with family and friends. The hot sun beams from the sky into the field of sprouting seeds. Farmers rise early, tending to their crops with the same care and dedication that their...
Heidi Fowler: Buzzing With Creativity

Heidi Fowler: Buzzing With Creativity

The gentle breeze whispered, “Come on out,” as the branches’ unfurling leaves waved at her, coaxing her from the open back door. New ferns spilling out of her mama’s concrete urns gently billowed, and freshly mown grass signaled the end of winter’s imposed rest. As...
Eagle Spirit Karate: Beyond Kicks and Punches

Eagle Spirit Karate: Beyond Kicks and Punches

WHAT’S YOUR karate IQ? Is it informed by the wise instructor from “The Karate Kid,” Mr. Miyagi, or the or the Netflix series “Cobra Kai’’? Perhaps you still enjoy reruns of “Walker, Texas Ranger,” and its karate action scenes. Or maybe your mental association of the...
James “Skip” Parkes: The Heart Of A Hunter

James “Skip” Parkes: The Heart Of A Hunter

AS THE late afternoon sun cast its last shadows over the Kentucky woods, she limped into the open field, her young fawn following along playfully.  “Take my coat off,” James “Skip” Parkes said to his grandson-in-law, Jim Cortner, who watched over Skip’s shoulder...
Better Eating, Better Living

Better Eating, Better Living

COOKING WITH produce, meats, and spices from nearby farms and growers brings the freshest flavors to our tables. And choosing local ingredients benefits our community while enhancing our family meals. These local products showcase our region’s unique tastes, making...
Better Eating, Better Living

Tailgate Like a Champion

WHEN THE stadium lights blaze and the roar of the crowd echoes, true fans know the game-day experience begins in the parking lot. Celebrate your team’s spirit with these tailgating recipes, which will fuel your revelry from kickoff to the final whistle. From handheld...