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Feeling down on life or yourself? Print off these 18 Mini Pep Talks to encourage you to keep fighting the good fight.

Bobbi Jo Berg curates recipes and sells farm-raised beef and freezer meals on her website: Recipes From French Creek

Pat Heying, 88 years old, was born and raised in the Ossian area. She shares wisdom and experiences in this probituary Q&A.

Roxie Nichols, daughter of Inspire(d)'s Aryn Henning Nichols and Benji Nichols, writes about making life choices.

Make these Confetti Poppers at home, and pop off some shredded paper to celebrate birthdays, holidays, and more in a mess of the best kind!

The three tenors of the Driftless Area – cicadas, crickets, and katydids – herald the approach of fall with buzzes, clicks, and chirps.

Decorah’s community theatre group, New Minowa Players, has been welcoming people into its unique and vibrant family for the last 50 years.

Having trouble deciding what is best to let go? Run your question through this flowchart to help guide you to an answer!

Mental health professional Olivia Lynn Schnur explains how letting go of what no longer serves us creates space for the future. 

Decorah artist Angie Herrmann has embedded painting into everyday life, striking a chord with many in the region.

Angel’s House of Healing in La Crosse, Wisconsin, provides support for women going through transformation after addiction and trauma.

Karen & Jim Gray are community-builders par excellence, with Ye Olde Gray Barn being just one project they’ve been involved in over the years.