Afroman breaks it down
Written by Hannah Campbell, Photos by Ashley Beach Adams County’s great entertainer talks fame, fortune and front doors. Unlike many rap artists, Joseph Foreman, better known as Grammy-nominated artist Afroman, prefers a laid-back lifestyle rather than the hustle and bustle of a major city, such as L.A. He wanted somewhere where he could work, worship […]
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Where the wild things live
Written and Photos by Anna Millar Concealed by the winding roads of Pedro, Ohio, is Barker Farm Zoo, an exotic oasis meant to share experiences with animals and wildlife education throughout the state. Kate Barker and her husband began the farm in 2016 with Daniel, their dromedary camel and first exotic addition. Since then, Barker […]
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Bellaire restores Great Stone Viaduct
Written by Donovan Hunt, Photos by Jessica Stelzer. The Great Stone Viaduct has stood tall for over 150 years, connecting Bellaire, Ohio, to Benwood, West Virginia, over the Ohio River by rail. Construction on the bridge began in 1870, five years after the Civil War, and each arch is supported by 37 ring stones representing […]
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Lloyd’s Pizzeria dishes out savory food and family fun
Written by Juliana Colant, Photos by Hannah Campbell. Pizza photo from Photo from: https://www.lloyds-pizzeria.com/. Lloyd’s Pizzeria finds its home in Waverly, Ohio. The city has a population of over 4,100 people, according to the latest U.S. census figures. When a pizza craving hits, there are about eight pizza shops in town to choose from, from […]
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Pure Prairie League Band rocks on
Written by Max Abbatiello, Photos by Jessica Stelzer The terms “longevity” and “stability” don’t necessarily apply to bands. In fact, the average life expectancy of any band is seven years, according to film director and DJ Don Letts. Rarely does a rock band manage to stay alive for more than a decade. Even rock legends, […]
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Cherokee Valley Bison Ranch’s a-grazing
Written by Alex Ifft, Photos by Zach Vogeler From the brink of extinction to a remarkable resurgence, the history of bison is a testament to time. Bison faced annihilation in the early 19th century. However, thanks to the dedication of conservationists as well as help from farmers and ranchers, their numbers have rebounded. As years […]
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Southeast Ohio’s newest farmers turn their passions into full time jobs
Written by Donovan Hunt, Photos by Ashley Beach Julie Sharp has dreamed of starting a farm for many years and about 18 months ago, she made her dream a reality, but some of the hardest lessons have come from as she says her dreams hitting reality. One day, Sharp had nearly finished bush-hogging her pasture […]
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Vinton County’s delicious Air Show’s Chicken Tradition
Written and photos by Zach Vogeler The Vinton County Air Show is one of the most popular and successful events of its kind in the heart of Ohio. It dates to the 1970s and attracts around 5,000 attendees annually. During the one-day event, cars crowd the grassy parking lot, lawn chairs dot the viewing area […]
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Randall Crossen Sr.’s Service to Safety
Written by Cole Patterson, Photos by Jessica Stelzer The year was 1975 when Randall Crossen Sr. first experienced the heat of firefighting. It was his father who took him to just off state Route 681, past county Route 69, where a brush fire broke out because of a woman burning trash. “He’s just one of […]
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Logan hopes to heal its lake
Written by Zach Zimmerman, Photos by Jamie Miller With overgrown vegetation, sediment buildup and a broken dam valve, Lake Logan is ill. Bud Simpson, a columnist for the Logan Daily News, wrote about Lake Logan as it nears its 70th birthday and describes it as having “never seen a doctor.” “It is paying the price […]
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