By Salt Magazine on 2015-09-30
Columns
By Kay Frances Few people would dispute that horses are magnificent creatures. Their functions are wide and varied and they have been a great asset to us since the beginning of time. Over the years, they have provided work assistance, transportation, entertainment and companionship. Some horses are so beautiful that they are entered into shows […]
By Salt Magazine on 2015-09-30
Events
By Jane Beathard Jane Beathard/Salt magazine The granddaughters of T. Wayne “Curly” Smart and daughters of Jim Hackett hold a painting of their grandfather and a photo of their father. They are, from left, Cheryl Ross of Ostrander, Susan Kreiner of London, Terri Gilbert of Brookville and Lisa Shaw of Delaware. Jane Beathard/Salt magazine Photos […]
By Salt Magazine on 2015-09-30
Travel
Restaurant, pub, pavilion and treehouses make for special experience By Jane Beathard Photos courtesy of Simon Kenton Inn Photos courtesy of Simon Kenton Inn Photos courtesy of Simon Kenton Inn Photos courtesy of Simon Kenton Inn Photos courtesy of Simon Kenton Inn SPRINGFIELD — Western Ohio history meets modern hospitality at the Simon Kenton […]
By Salt Magazine on 2015-09-30
Food
By Andrea Chaffin McKinney The folded Italian-sub crescent ring is ready for the oven. Feeding a family of six can be difficult when you have four picky kids. As a lifetime lover of all food, I wasn’t one of them, obviously; but, I’m told other kids are picky. So, it was nothing short of […]
By Salt Magazine on 2015-09-30
Food
Customers take delicious delight in diner’s food By Beverly Drapalik Maggie Wright/Salt magazine Maggie Wright/Salt magazine Maggie Wright/Salt magazine WILMINGTON — Wilmington may have its own version of Food Network’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.” Guy Fieri, the show’s host, hasn’t visited yet, but if he were to cover Rod’s Capricorn Inn, he would find […]
By Salt Magazine on 2015-09-30
Events
By Beverly Drapalik Maggie Wright/Salt magazine Maggie Wright/Salt magazine Maggie Wright/Salt magazine Maggie Wright/Salt magazine Maggie Wright/Salt magazine WILMINGTON — The casual observer driving past Roberts Arena might have noticed small cottages appearing on the property within the last few months. These tiny houses, small as they seem from the outside, are made for big […]
By Salt Magazine on 2015-09-30
Lifestyle
Educational initiative in Hillsboro focuses on ‘mentoring and hands-on learning’ By Sarah Allen Photo courtesy of Analena Bruce Sarah Allen/Salt magazine HILLSBORO — Hillsboro residents had the chance this past summer to dig into organic lifestyles through a six-month program that offered classes ranging from cooking with kale to preserving produce. Hosted by the Freedom […]
By Salt Magazine on 2015-09-30
Events
Southwest Ohio park under new ownership in its 26th year By Beverly Drapalik Maggie Wright/Salt magazine David Ashcraft, left, and Jeff Sesslar. Jeff is instrumental in much of the construction at the park. He built the gated castle five years ago. Photos courtesy of Renaissance Festival Photos courtesy of Renaissance Festival Photos courtesy of Renaissance […]
By Salt Magazine on 2015-09-30
Lifestyle
By Valerie LK Martin Valerie LK Martin/Salt magazine Valerie LK Martin/Salt magazine Valerie LK Martin/Salt magazine Valerie LK Martin/Salt magazine CHILLICOTHE — Most people cannot imagine harming animals, especially those with whom they share homes. Yet, it happens all too often. Horse mistreatment is no different. Most owners of horses are attracted to their special […]
By Salt Magazine on 2015-09-30
Lifestyle
By Sarah Allen Todd Kessinger Todd Kessinger Todd Kessinger BAINBRIDGE — The steady clip-clop of horses, the clang of metal and an occasional neigh: These are the sounds that are a part of the life of a farrier, or a craftsman who trims and shoes horses. It’s a job that Luke Martin has been […]