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If anyone can attest to the power of a single vote, it’s Decorah-based welder John Beard. He currently sits on the Winneshiek County Board of Supervisors.

Chuck Gipp served 18 years in the Iowa House – including four as majority leader. His recipe for success? “You must stay connected to your constituents.”

Viroqua, Wisconsin-based Alicia Leinberger says, “Win or lose, I hope my daughters learn that nothing can stop them but themselves.”

How many of us have ever pondered that question, only to become paralyzed by the next question that follows: Can I really change the world?

Sarah Schroeder's overriding philosophy? “I believe it’s city government’s responsibility to facilitate the betterment of the town.”

Glorious weather, beautiful leaves, sweaters, art trips, barn sales...we could go on & on about fall...& the Fall 2016 Inspire(d) Magazine! Check it out!!

Driftless Day Trips: As you drive down Hwy 52, it’s hard not to let out a little sigh. The valleys & big blue sky make the miles tick by faster than you’d hope.

Fall in the Driftless is perfect for road trips! There's always great arts & cultural events to enjoy. Start planning with this fun art trips series!

Decorah's Lauren Bonney is known for her cool designs for Nordic Fest, but her speciality is "geek" art. Check out this Q&A for a little behind-the-scenes!

Inspire(d) dives into Sno Pac foods to get the history and fun of one of the Driftless Regions oldest Organic vegetable comapnies.

Whether your preference is soft-serve or hand-dipped, chocolate or vanilla, go on and treat yourself to a cup or cone of ice cream in the Driftless Region!

Inspire(d) chats with Minneapolis-based Mason Jennings about music, gardens, and the upcoming benefit show at Seed Savers Exchange this summer.