Clothing Designs by Jan Rhodes Norman
How does a woman who began her professional life as a child star make the transition from performer to clothing designer? Simply by inventing…
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The Sounds of SILO
Sunrise breezes whisper through the mist of early dawn, The vineyard rustles nervously as autumn comes along, Her fragrance paints a portrait of it’s…
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Gourmet Tailgating Playbook
Tailgating is an art that cannot be taken lightly. The pre-game parking lot is the venue. Your SUV is your chariot. The spatula is…
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Saving the Farm
“You might not want to shake my hand. I just delivered a calf,” the farmer said, wiping his hands on his jeans as he…
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William Seward’s Legacy
What would you do if your future father-in-law agreed to your marriage only on the condition that you move into his home? Judge Elijah…
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Esperanza Mansion
Imagine it’s the year 1850. You’re visiting the home of friends whose mansion rests on a bluff overlooking Keuka Lake. While sipping a glass…
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Autumn Tour of Tioga County
I love living in Tioga County. It’s full of wide-open spaces and a rich rural heritage. The fun fall festivals and colorful hillsides create…
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Up, Up, and Away
Every year on Labor Day weekend, the municipal airport in Dansville, New York, is undoubtedly the most colorful place in the Empire State. This…
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Leave It To Beavers
With the exception of man, the beaver is the only creature with the ability to dramatically change its surroundings to suit its own particular…
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Lights! Camera! Action! in Port Byron; The Making of “Black Mary”
There is anticipation building for a Hollywood-style movie premier in Port Byron, the Cayuga County village just north of the city of Auburn. This…
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