Nestled in the heart of Le Roy, Woody’s 50’s Diner stands as a beacon of bygone days, its black and white checkered exterior beckoning to hungry travelers and locals alike.

Sammy’s is a melting pot of Aberdeen society. You might see farmers fresh from the fields, businesspeople in crisp suits, ...

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I’ll carve most anything. I’m supposedly retired,” said Hovland-based artist Jim Vannet. “Well, I never worked so hard in my ...