By Lindsay Owens Fall is here. Cooler temperatures, pumpkin spice everything is everywhere. Hoodies and flannel become wardrobe staples for many. Fall also means it’s apple season. Apple picking season tends to begin in mid- to late-September and ends in October, and there are several area markets that offer a variety of fresh apples. Some even offer you-pick … [Read more...]
Just breathe
Happy Hippie Reiki & Things owners give customers a chance to relax By Lindsay Owens Sometimes we just need to breathe. Not just take a regular breath but rather one of those deep breaths that make your whole body relax. For some of us, that may come from sinking into a hot tub, curling up in our favorite chair with a blanket and a good book or indulging in a … [Read more...]
Unique stays: Relax at local B&Bs
By Mike Grant Perhaps nothing says Hoosier hospitality like a stay at one of southern Indiana’s bed and breakfasts. Those in southwestern Indiana tend to be varied in both style and offerings. Some adhere to the traditional innkeepers on-site, while others offer the newer air B&B that temporarily allows people to take over an entire house. Graber’s Green Gables … [Read more...]
Summer destinations: Places to see across the Hoosier state
By Lindsay Owens It’s quite easy to glaze over some of the local destinations right in our own backyard. We drive by them every day but don’t give them much notice. Understood but with the price of gas on the rise, many of us may be looking for trips a little closer to home. Fear not. The Hoosier State boasts destinations that will appeal to almost everyone. For the … [Read more...]
A passion for coaching
Harry Meeks is still on the court By Lindsay Owens For Harry Meeks, coaching is a passion. That passion started decades ago in Danville, Virginia, leading him to Vincennes University 30 years ago. “My first coaching job was as a grad assistant at Virginia Tech,” said Meeks, who serves as both the athletic director and women’s basketball coach at Indiana’s first … [Read more...]