By Joy Neighbors If you’re one of 40 million Americans who have a holiday tradition that involves a dare to stick your tongue on a flagpole, checking out the “major award” showcased in the living room window, and a fervent wish for a Red Ryder BB gun, then this holiday Day Tripper is just for you. Grab the kids, the grandkids, or the neighbors’ kids and take a seasonal … [Read more...]
Eggnog: Rarity turned tradition
By Joy Neighbors The holidays are upon us, and for many, that means raising a glass or two of eggnog to celebrate. But eggnog is one of those drinks you either love or loath. When you consider its ingredients — cream, milk, raw eggs, and spices — it’s basically the same recipe used to make ice cream. (No wonder it’s so thick and frothy.) Add your chosen spirit or wine, … [Read more...]
Day Tripper: Enjoy a colorful autumn in southern Indiana
By Joy Neighors Autumn is here, and it is the perfect time to explore the Hoosier countryside ablaze with color. This year, leaf peepers can expect a fantastic show, thanks to lots of rain during the summer. Hoosiers know the best time for great leaf viewing can vary, but the second and third weeks of October are considered to be peak “leaf peeping” times. Here are … [Read more...]
The (hot) dog days of summer
By Joy Neighbors Americans eat an estimated 7 billion hot dogs from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day, which could explain why July is designated as National Hot Dog Month. When you’re craving one of those iconic dogs, why not enjoy it with a little nostalgia on the side at an authentic drive-in? In 1921, J.G. Kirby started the Pig Stand Drive-In as a quick way to … [Read more...]
Lyles Station holds a memorable place in history
By Joy Neighbors In the 1830s, two former slaves from Tennessee arrived in Indiana in search of a place to put down roots as free men. Brothers Joshua and Sanford Lyles purchased more than 1,100 acres of land at the convergence of the Wabash, White and Patoka rivers, near what is now Princeton. Their dream was to create a farming community where escaped and emancipated … [Read more...]