A lifelong passion for art – on display
’ Tis the season to scare
The soundtrack to mom ’ s life
A testament to survival
In Alderson , space for artisans
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A lifelong passion for art – on display
Growing up , Jose Rizo wanted to be an animator for comic books . But , as his life turned out , instead of creating art , Rizo started collecting it . Movers & Shakers , pages 28-29
’ Tis the season to scare
Miller ’ s Nightmare 2024 offers new attractions and special events towards the end of September through October as does Fright Nights at Glade Springs . But it is also the season for big outdoor festivals , none bigger than Bridge Day in Fayetteville . Also , Chili Night will crowd the downtown streets of Beckley and Railroad Days return to Hinton . Diversions , pages 28-29
The soundtrack to mom ’ s life
Getting the music right was important because church music was woven into every aspect of our lives . Stringing Beans , pages 20-21
A testament to survival
Love of buttermilk ? That is an acquired taste that may not come until adulthood . On the Menu , pages 22-23
In Alderson , space for artisans
“ We sell everything that Appalachian hands can make ,” says artist and director Jo Perez . Along the Way , pages 26-27
MASTHEAD
Editor and design J . Damon Cain
Photography Jenny Harnish , Rick Barbero and Tara Wyatt
Copy Editor Michelle Schultze
Contributing writers Debbie Moose , Jenny Harnish , J . Damon Cain , Sarah Plummer , Mary Catherine Brooks , Josephine E . Moore and Steve Keenan
Cover photo Jenny Harnish
Publisher Terri Hale
Advertising managers Lisa Stadelman and Jeremy Basham
Marketing consultants Debbie Maxwell , Peggy Weidensall , Ashley Counts , Teresa Evans , Dawn Lockett and Cortney Adkins
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