Browerville’s Catholic identity has long extended beyond the church in the middle of Main Street. It can also be seen in the crucifix shrines that surround the town, which have been local landmarks …

HECTOR — For someone who does not like the limelight, Dane Macik recently returned from the renowned 2026 Chicago World of Wheels car show in Chicago March 6-8, where his work was recognized in a …

Easter is easily one of my favorite holidays. Growing up, I would always get excited for a new Easter dress that my mom or I would make. As I got older, I looked forward to being an alter server …

LITTLE FALLS — A love of horses, a gentle nudge and a bit of impulsiveness led Maryrose Capko down a new road focused on leather. After suffering an aneurysm that doctors considered a near-death …

ST. JOSEPH — A family’s effort to produce their own food more naturally has branched out into a business that sells a range of products to benefit people inside and out. Triple H Acres, founded …

SPICER — Kristi Jo Block said she has always had a love for horses. “The horse passion started when I was 3 or 4 years old,” Block said. “I can remember my first experience petting and …

ALEXANDRIA — Bill and Merodie Seykora’s lifelong love of art cannot remain contained to Turning Lake Designs, their home, studio and gallery on the southern shore of Lake Brophy in La Grand …

SOUTH HAVEN — As spring emerges, Adam and Kia Czech string tubing through the woods about 10 miles from their home, connecting tree taps to a pump and its tank that is ready to collect maple sap. …