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Always thought heaven must look something like the Rockies. Almost heaven? It is heaven. This time I thought I’d check out Northwest Montana. Haven’t been back in a while and never seen it all.
Often referred to as the radio station of the Driftless, WDRT has been on air since 2010. As a community radio station, WDRT is, for the most part, a volunteer-based station. This past weekend, the station celebrated community by holding their first ‘Block Party’.
Everyone has a story. They are all different and personal, none of them more important to this world than another. Over the years, I have been entrusted by many to tell their stories. It is always my honor. This is Jacob Erwin’s story, a journey of change, discovery, and healing.
On top of a bluff overlooking the majestic Mississippi river, in Eastman, Wisconsin, sits one of the more unique bed and breakfasts I have come across in my travels.
Urban living, rural living. It is a personal choice that may carry few or many personal reasons.
Anyone into farming or gardening, is familiar with the term composting. Although, many may have their own approach to this practice of creating nutrition for their soil.
Last Saturday, members of Viroqua, surrounding communities and communities beyond, gathered to celebrate the library receiving the “Wisconsin Library of the Year Award”.
Back in June of 2019, I had a profound interview with Eddy Nix, owner of Driftless Books and Music in Viroqua, Wisconsin. I titled the article, “A book and music mecca in the Driftless, with a dash of history”.
Back in March of this year, Stacey Roou (with the help of her husband and musician Lou Shields), set up her shop Driftless Artifacts inside the Viroqua Public Market. Roou’s shop is a walk back in time, featuring vintage clothing from the turn of the century through the ‘90s.
The ever-popular Viroqua Night Market has returned to Eckhart Park this summer.
Going on its 10th year and after a two-year hiatus, the ever popular, free eclectic music, the Driftless Music Festival (DMF) returns to Eckhart Park in Viroqua on Saturday, July 9.
