In a town the size of Mentone, the police chief is more than a person behind a badge. He’s a neighbor, a familiar face at the store, someone you’ve had coffee with. He’s someone who knows your children, your parents and, » Read More
As Cameron Mitchell points out, honeybees have a role in history, science, agriculture, craftsmanship, environmental stewardship, and community all rolled into one ecosystem. Mitchell, who teaches agriculture at Valley Head School, has spent the past decade teaching students about farming, livestock, » Read More
Speaking with Valley Head agriculture teacher Cameron Mitchell about beekeeping (see page 1) gives you a whole new appreciation for rich, golden honey. Learning about the tireless work of both the bees and their keepers makes every drop feel even more » Read More
Hearing about the pies Bee on the Brow’s Rachel and Pete Sterns have presented to guests in celebration of America250 (see cover story), I wanted ALL the recipes. I asked for some of their favorites. That discussion was long, but we » Read More
When Lee Farrar Bailey talks about why he moved to Mentone, he doesn’t begin with logistics or strategy. He begins with a story of instinct and faith. He and his wife, Sarah, and their four children were living in San Antonio, » Read More
Bee on the Brow Celebrates America250 On Friday afternoons, something special is happening at Bee on the Brow bed and breakfast. Guests gather, forks in hand, for what has quickly become a beloved ritual: Friday Pie Day. But this is no » Read More
Laughter, music, and joyful conversation are once again wafting from the windows of the MERF House. With renovations complete, the property has entered a new chapter that honors its nearly 30-year legacy while reimagining how it serves the community today. Since » Read More
Lately, I’ve been on the hunt for meals that are affordable, packed with flavor, and generous enough to leave me with tomorrow’s lunch. That doesn’t seem like too much to ask, right? I’ve been rediscovering some grocery store basics and giving » Read More
After a 2023 fire forced its closure, Miracle Pottery is reopening its doors, bringing renewed energy and its unique artistry back to our community. The pottery shop, owned by Valinda Miracle, is making a fresh start after the tragic loss of » Read More
Spring arrives gently on Lookout Mountain, first in flashes of green along the canyon rim, then in a full chorus of birdsong, wildflowers, and rushing water. At the edge of Little River Canyon National Preserve, the Little River Canyon Center becomes » Read More