From Devices to Discovery
Summer can be the most relaxing time of year, when the days are warm and long, and kids have extra free time. It’s easy to fall into a routine of […]
Summer Garden Checklist
Gardening in the summer can be overwhelming as you try to stay ahead of watering and overgrowth. However, putting some best practices in place like deadheading flowers, adding mulch, and […]
Mixing Old with New
Bringing the past into the present by using vintage elements to style your home allows for a one-of-a- kind living space. Many vintage furniture and decor pieces remain timeless, serving […]
Small Town Charm
While traveling, engaging with local culture by seeking out eateries and journeying through downtown districts can create a more memorable experience. Some of the most unique memories are made when […]
The Grand Prize in 1910— Still a Prize Today
The Hupmobile was never the most popular or fastest automobile in Visalia. But in 1910, for a short time, at least, the vehicle created by brothers Bobby and Louis Hupp […]
Joe’s Hike
Some might think hiking should be relegated to a one-time trip or an occasional experience. But those who go on regular hiking adventures will tell you: there’s more to it […]
A View on Adventure
Adventure is meant to be an experience with long-lasting impacts on someone’s life, but it can look different for everyone. For example, going on a long hike to a waterfall, […]
The Truth about Barndominiums
Social media has popularized barndominiums as a low-cost construction method that integrates conditioned living space within the confines of a standard metal building. If “barndominium” (or “barndo” for short) is […]
Summer Entertaining Essentials
Summer is here with plenty of long days available to host gatherings and lounge poolside. Ensuring you have entertaining essentials on hand will help elevate the experience for both you […]
Thoughts from the Editor
During the spring of 1997, four of my closest friends and I gathered for a late night Double-Double® run at the recently opened In-N-Out Burger. This was a typical Thursday […]