CONTENTS
August 2024
14 STEAK COOK-OFF Stacey Croft , World Champion steak griller
22 HONORING TRUDIE HILL 55-year year journey and legacy of dedication to education
30 OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM Homeschool community instills life lessons into young learners
36 SHORT STORY Facing the first day of kindergarten
43 LAWN & GARDEN Shade trees , heat waves and fresh veggies
48 RECIPES Turkey burgers , cole slaw , hummus and more
ON THE COVER : Stacey Croft was crowned as one of two first place champions at the World Steak Cook-Off in Fort Worth Texas , in March , competing against 500 teams representing 16 countries .
photography by Jill Stringfellow Photography
4 MoultrieScene AUGUST 2024