If picking apples in the fall is your thing, Royal Oak Farm Orchard checks every box.
There are more than 22,000 apple trees, with more than 30 varieties from old favorites like Honeycrisp and Red
This series shines a light on the moments and voices that shape where we live and celebrate the people, stories, and spaces that give our communities their character. It’s your front‑row ticket to the magic happening right in our own backyard. Think of it as a joyful stroll through the people, passions, and hidden gems that make our communities shine. From dream‑chasing entrepreneurs to heart‑warming neighborhood traditions, each story is a reminder of how vibrant life becomes when we celebrate one another. Dive in and get inspired by the faces and places that make this region feel like home.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 by Bill Barth & Stephanie Klett
If picking apples in the fall is your thing, Royal Oak Farm Orchard checks every box.
There are more than 22,000 apple trees, with more than 30 varieties from old favorites like Honeycrisp and Red
Monday, September 21, 2026 by Bill Barth & Stephanie Klett
Let’s start with some timeless observations on the value of flexing our brains, human beings’ most important organ.
“Intellectual growth should commence at birth and only cease at death.” – Albert