Neighbors

A once nearly extinct American icon can once again be found grazing on the prairies of Delaware County, Okla., thanks to the effort of Cherokee Nation and the InterTribal Bison Cooperative.

The Neptune family of rural Marion County, Ark., lives the way most of us think we would like to live – grow our own food, be away from the hustle and bustle, take care of ourselves, not be dependent on anyone.

For those driving along Farm Road 1090 in Purdy, Mo., chances are that a red building with a large sign that reads “Edgewood Creamery” will catch their eye.

The old adage “raised in a barn” was quite literal for Ellie Melton, who has been milking ever since she can remember.

Rich Townsend is originally from Indiana, his wife, Theresa, is from Arkansas. They met at the Arkansas State Fair and have been married almost 18 years.

An important educational innovation began in Greenbrier, Ark., in Tim Stephenson’s at-risk classroom in 1996.

Retirement means different things to different people.

A recent visit to Shepherd’s Cross by Ozarks Farm & Neighbor began with a prayer and ended with a blessing.

Dorsey and Kathy Demott will be the first to admit their registered Balancer cows are spoiled.

White-faced Dorset sheep can be seen grazing the pastures near the home of Ronnie and Debbie Dains, residents of Rockville, Mo.