The Groundhog” is special not only because of the stories we tell, but also due to the generous people who help us bring those stories to our readers. Every edition of the paper that finds its way into someone’s hands is » Read More
New ideas for appetizers are a tall order. At least for me. While chips and salsa are always tasty, I get tired of that. Recently, we had guests coming over, and I got the idea for these toasts while staring into » Read More
This month, we recognize the dedication of volunteer firefighter and lifelong emergency service worker Wes Pullen of Mentone. Wes and his wife, Helen, a retired high school teacher, moved here from Birmingham in 2015. Not long after they built their house, » Read More
When spring fever hits and you want to be outside, why rattle those pots and pans for hours in the kitchen? This recipe has tons of flavor, uses one pot, AND gives you an excuse to consume some serious amounts of » Read More
Susan Noel Originally from Meridian, Mississippi, Susan Noel moved to Lookout Mountain at age 9 and has called it home ever since. A retired educator, she spent over 30 years teaching elementary science and reading at Menlo School, a » Read More
Nestled on rolling hills and defined by a clear stream tumbling over layers of rock, Blueberry Falls Farm is a six-acre haven on County Road 944, owned and lovingly restored by Seth and Emmye Wilson. The farm’s centerpiece is an acre » Read More
Thinking back to the early 70s, I recall the excitement I felt as my mother’s station wagon bumped down the unpaved road from Hwy 117 to the cottage on Lake Lahusage where we spent many summer weekends. Martha Ann and Sanford » Read More
This month’s volunteer spotlight shines on Paul Howell of Mentone. A retired attorney originally from Orlando, Paul and his wife, Charlette, moved here in 2017 from Atlanta. Paul was nominated by a reader for his tireless work in service to the » Read More
Over the course of her life, Jan Wilkinson has taken to heart her parents’ mantra: “Don’t tell us you can’t do something until you try it.” From her childhood in south Georgia to her home in Mentone, Jan’s life has been » Read More
In this new column, we’ll share special recipes from residents, delicious seasonal dishes, and reviews of restaurants that are within a half-day’s drive. The holidays are gone, and you’ve eaten the last candy cane, scrounged the last chocolate snowman from your » Read More