"Nothing carries you so entirely to a place,
and makes you feel so perfectly at home, as a newspaper."
Two Years Before The Mast––Richard Henry Dana, Jr. (1815-1882)

A Historical Marvel

The Goll Woods Barn is in dire need of repair and if something isn't done soon, the historic structure will be lost to the ravages of time.


Common Barn Owls Aren't

Though Eric and Becky haven't found any Common Barn Owls yet, there are plenty of other birds that quickly bring their binoculars to their eyes.


Farm Life's An Art Form

Each of the Ruffers has a brush!


The Amish Cook
Why complain when we are in good enough health to work in the garden?

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Whatchamacallit


This long-armed, pointy, hooky item has created quite a stir!


Jay Discovers He Can Paddle

Jay found this whale rib along the beach and then ... after a short, respectful ceremony ... returned it to the sea.


Words Of Inspiration
"What I admire most about trees is that they continue to grow until they die," says Reverend Steven Trimble.
Bernie Earned His Education

Bernie's basement holds quite a collection of Battle of the Bulge material such as this three-inch tank destroyer shell!

Tena Loves Her Horses

Tena whispers to Cher, a 4-year-old quarter horse mare who presented her with a foal.


An Old School's A Treasure

Myrna Grove is captivated by the one-room schoolhouses that dotted Ohio and the Northwest Territory.


Who Made What Tool Where?

Just-Plane-Jack Devitt not only collects Ohio-made tools but he also researches, photographs and writes about them.


Farmkids Don't Forget
Jennie Bishop knows trees are a part of farm-life. Her own tree isn't a single one, but a type.