Small Town News

In a world of self-help books and motivational podcasts, some of the best life advice still comes with a steel guitar and a Southern drawl. Country music—equal parts heartache, humor, and hardearned wisdom—has long served as a soundtrack...

You can live in a high-rise apartment, ride the subway to work, and order your groceries with a swipe—and still have a small-town heart. It’s not about where you live. It’s about how you live. The phrase “small-town...

You can live in a high-rise apartment, ride the subway to work, and order your groceries with a swipe—and still have a small-town heart. It’s not about where you live. It’s about how you live. The phrase “small-town...

We’ve all seen it: that magical phrase at the bottom of a receipt or whispered behind a retail counter—“friends and family discount.” It’s the golden ticket of shopping perks, a little nod that says, “You’re...

If you’ve paid attention lately, you’ve probably heard it—the excited murmurs, the rustling of cards, the triumphant shout of “Bingo!” echoing through the room. It’s happening at the bookstore, too. Even Logansport...

On July 4th, we celebrate independence—a freedom secured by sacrifice, resilience, and unwavering belief. But deeper than history, beyond the fireworks and parades, there is a truth we must never forget: Freedom is a gift from God.  From...

Every morning, before the coffee is brewed and the day fully begins, I bow my head and begin my prayers. They’re not elaborate but they are heartfelt. For my children I ask God, show me how to love them best.  Each of my kids is uniquely...

I have long suspected that my friend, Suzy, is either the best influence in my life or the absolute worst. There is no middle ground. It all started with a phone call. I had seen them—tiny, fluffy bundles of temptation—the cutest Chocolate...

In a town where everyone knows your name and the rhythm of life hums like the slow turning of an old porch fan, the courthouse stands as both a relic of history and a keeper of truth. The bricks, worn and familiar, have seen decades of...