BY JODI BORGER If you’re driving through Clayton on U.S. 40, you can’t miss the big red barn situated on the south side of the highway. That barn is where you will find Singing Crust, a bakery owned by Emily Waits, specializing in artisan breads and pastries. For Waits, baking wasn’t always her passion. As… Continue reading.
BY NICOLE THOMAS Known as the home of outdoor recreation, Sullivan County has more than 26,000 acres of recreational grounds for various activities, from hunting and golfing to ATV riding and water skiing. Shakers, a Christian sect known for their celibacy and communal lifestyle, were the county’s first settlers in the early 1800s. This group… Continue reading.
BY CHRIS ADAM If you’re interested in living in a tiny house, you may be grateful to call Indiana home. The state has been called one of the best for tiny houses — thanks partly to more relaxed regulations and communities across Indiana that welcome those who own one. Indiana has a Log Cabin Rule… Continue reading.
By Natalie Derrickson Summer is in full swing, which means more time spent outside. When it’s time to take a break from the pool, look no further than one of Indiana’s shady, serene, and sacred natural spaces. Indiana boasts a wide variety of nature preserves, each offering unique landscapes and opportunities for outdoor exploration. Here… Continue reading.
We asked readers to submit their favorite Fourth of July memories and traditions throughout the years. Here are some of their responses. Our Fourth of July traditions include celebrating with family, grilling out, making s’mores, and setting off fireworks. We also take plenty of photos and make lots of memories each year.— CHRISTINA HUCKELBERRY, SOUTHEASTERN… Continue reading.
Even when it’s blistering hot outside, sometimes you can crave a good hot meal — even when you finally get tired of grilling but loathe the idea of turning on the oven. There are some simple, practical things you can do to reduce the energy load and keep comfortable in your kitchen so you don’t… Continue reading.
Did you know that a ceiling fan could allow you to raise the thermostat setting without affecting your comfort? Fans create a wind-chill effect on your skin to make you feel cooler. Raising the temperature and using a fan can help you use less energy running your air conditioner. You may even be able to… Continue reading.
These strategies will help you save energy and keep costs down during the summer when the weather is warm and you are trying to keep your home cool. Use your windows to keep out heat Operate your thermostat efficiently Keep your cooling system running efficiently Consider a range of appliances and lighting options Keep hot… Continue reading.
For the past couple of months, we asked readers to submit their Fourth of July traditions and memories. Some of the submissions are featured on pages 26 and 27. Reading about other people’s celebrations and cherished memories with their families was fun. For my family, July 4th was always a day to get together and… Continue reading.
By Natalie Derrickson Give your favorite feline an outlet for scratching that’s pet parent-approved A cat’s inclination to scratch might be natural, but when it reduces your favorite pillow to shreds, you’re ready to do anything to put it to a stop. OFFER APPROPRIATE SCRATCHING SURFACES Without a designated scratching spot, cats will find something… Continue reading.
By Nicole Thomas Shelby County is home to several of Central Indiana’s firsts, like St. Vincent DePaul, one of the first Catholic churches built in the area in 1839. Indiana’s first railroad, built in the 1830s, passed through the county’s seat, Shelbyville, to connect Madison — the largest city along the Ohio River — to… Continue reading.
By Brian D. Smith It’s hard to envision Indiana’s history from old films and photographs. Did our ancestors really inhabit a colorless world, like Dorothy before she opened the door to the Technicolor land of Oz? Obviously not, but the old days are more relatable when we experience them firsthand instead of just reading about… Continue reading.
Traveling is more fun and relaxing when you don’t have to worry about whether your home is safe and secure. Here are five ways to prevent mishaps and save energy during your absence. Create the illusion that someone is home. Ask a trusted neighbor to pick up newspapers, mail, and home deliveries that might arrive… Continue reading.
