‘Twas the season of all our seasons — and for good reasons
A nostalgic look at Christmas traditions on a southern Illinois farm, where the magic of Western Auto shaped childhood memories.
Into hot water
A broken water heater sparks memories, laughter and gratitude as one couple looks back on 29 years of old-house quirks, family and the joys of hot water.
The Thanksgiving that lives in our imagination
A nostalgic Thanksgiving reflection on childhood imagination, family traditions and the timeless magic of exploring the woods with loved ones.
Key tax changes farmers should know
Key tax changes from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act could impact your farm’s year-end planning, estate decisions, depreciation and reporting requirements.
Don’t get jammed by log jams
Learn how the Muskingum Watershed’s Debris Removal Program helps clear dangerous log jams, protect roads and bridges and reduce erosion on local streams.
Giving thanks for a holiday free of fly infestations this year
A ranch writer revisits her cherished writing shack and the relentless fly invasion that overtook it, finding relief and gratitude after weeks of battle.
It’s the perfect time of year to feel gratitude for grasslands
A November mindset shift toward gratitude, celebrating grasslands, purpose and the dedicated people who keep our farms, families and communities thriving.
Giving thanks when salad is not a salad
A humorous look at Midwest “salad” culture, where holiday salads mean Jell-O, cool whip and canned fruit, not greens. Know the assignment this Thanksgiving.
The Hunt Supper: A simple, yet meaningful, tradition
A century-old Hancock County Hunt Supper tradition reveals family bonds, timeless recipes and stories carried across generations.
Three strikes and you’re out
Congress extends the 2018 Farm Bill again, leaving farmers facing rising costs, lower prices and unstable markets despite billions in federal payments.
