The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) has asked members to honor our nation’s history by commemorating the Semiquincentennial, the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026. The DAR is a non-profit, » Read More
It was a wonderful Christmas season in Mentone, and I hope everyone reading this had moments of joy with those you love. I’m anticipating a strong year for our town, in part because it’s going to be a year of completions. » Read More
Fun Event Set for Saturday, Feb. 7, at Moon Lake Gym (10 a.m. - 2 p.m.) Come join the fun at the second annual Groundhog Day Community Celebration, set for Saturday, February 7. Building on the success of last year's event, » Read More
Little River Hardware & Outdoor Supplies For decades, Little River Hardware in Mentone has been a place people rely on when something needs fixing, building, or replacing. Since Larry Johnson bought the store last August, he’s been kicking things up a » Read More
Groundhog seeks submissions for essay project The Groundhog is seeking essays from readers to mark the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding. “History is more than a list of dates, people, and places,” says Groundhog editor Stephen V. Smith. “It’s a rich » Read More
The Rev. Andrew Brislin, full-time rector at St. Joseph’s on-the-Mountain Episcopal Church in Mentone, didn’t begin his professional life in the pulpit. He began it with balance sheets, loan portfolios, and long conversations across a banker’s desk. But it was there » Read More