There is a moment at nearly every county fair when you can see what months of work look like. It might be a 4-H member guiding an animal into the show ring, answering a judge’s questions about a project or standing beside an exhibit that began as little more than an idea. The ribbons and awards are easy to see. What is harder to capture are all the hours that came before them: the practice, mistakes, responsibility, problem-solving and determination required to get there.

Through every season of growth, Eric and Lisa Riehle have remained grounded in the same things that brought them here: caring for the land, doing good work, treating people with integrity and keeping family at the center of it all. Long before popcorn filled the grain bins at Riehle Farms, this patch of southeastern Indiana was already part of the family story. The farm near Sunman once belonged to Eric Riehle’s grandparents. Today, Eric and his wife, Lisa, have raised

Pumpkin treats, apple cider, homemade baked goods and hearty bowls make October a delicious time to explore southeastern Indiana. There is something about October that makes us hungry for the season. Maybe it is the first roadside display piled high with pumpkins and gourds. Maybe it is the smell of barbecue drifting across a farm, a cup of fresh cider on a cool afternoon or something warm simmering in a kettle. Or perhaps it is a homemade pie, cake or cookie made from

Terry and Connie Geisler, the Southeastern Indiana REMC members behind His Hands Ministry, are feeding families, sharing hope and making sure every guest is welcomed like family.

Fresh flavors, fun twists and a warm welcome in Osgood A good local restaurant offers more than a meal. It gives friends and families a place to gather, relax and enjoy food made with care. Paco’s Mexican Restaurant in Osgood brings that spirit to the table with colorful surroundings, welcoming service and a menu full of variety. Brothers David, Pepe and Marcos Hernandez opened their first Paco’s location in Westport in September 2022. As the business approaches its fourth