Jul 10, 2025 | Featured, Making A Difference, People & Places
Five generations of family build future on bank’s 120-year history According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, only about one in three companies stay in business 10 years and just one of every five make it 20 years. Further, it’s estimated only about one...
May 14, 2025 | Featured, People & Places
From farm to table, Cedar Creek Gardens grows local produce At Cedar Creek Gardens LLC the daily routine begins long before any produce reaches a customer’s doorstep. Owners Peggy Martin and Bud Manke grow high-quality, nutritious produce for people in communities...
Mar 18, 2025 | Featured, Making A Difference, People & Places, Uncategorized
Roasting fresh flavors Cherrybean Coffee sells bean blends in area stores and online. Most people avoid drinking coffee late at night, but for the families behind Cherrybean Coffee in Marion, that’s exactly when the magic happens. Owned by Loren Johnson, Robert...
Dec 5, 2024 | Featured, Making A Difference, People & Places, Uncategorized
Hartford Fire and Rescue volunteer dedicates time to community safety With the internet and phone services provided by Golden West, Hartford Fire and Rescue and its dedicated volunteers, like Doni Rolfson, serve their community through firefighting, EMT work, and...
Nov 21, 2024 | Featured, Making A Difference, People & Places
Karl’s TV & Appliance starts its reputation for service in the town of Gregory When Elmer Karl started his business in 1956, he didn’t expect to become one of the region’s largest retailers. After almost 70 years, Elmer attributes the success of...
