Ruralite Articles

Through their three businesses, Kenny and Chanel Haworth say their goal is to provide services to ranchers and farmers, allowing the couple to raise their children in a rural area. PHOTOS COURTESY OF KENNY AND CHANEL HAWORTH
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Malta Makers Forge New Paths
April 1, 2026

Malta Makers Forge New Paths Story by Dianna Troyer Making metal signs for a nationally renowned rodeo in South Dakota [...]

LaVell Erickson shines silver to bring out its lustrous qualities.
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Handmade Heirlooms
March 1, 2026

Unexpected blessings abound for silversmith LaVell Erickson Story and photos by Dianna Troyer During last fall’s successful Bruneau Cowboy Christmas [...]

The Nevada Rural Electric Association Board of Directors accepts grant awards totaling $8,308,497 by U.S. Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto and representatives from the Office of Gov. Joe Lombardo, Office of Energy and Office of Federal Assistance. PHOTO COURTESY OF NREA
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Future-Focused
February 1, 2026

Utility associations implement strategic plans to benefit members Story by Dianna Troyer With careful strategic planning, many challenges facing rural [...]

R. James Shoshone Jr. specializes in pen-and-ink artwork that reflects his tribal heritage and time working on ranches. OPPOSITE PAGE, TOP: James draws in Western Folklife Center’s Wiegand Gallery. PHOTOS COURTESY OF ROBIN EGAN AND JAMES SHOSHONE
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Crafting Culture
January 1, 2026

Owyhee artisans teach tribal crafts at cowboy poetry gathering Story by Dianna Troyer Artisans and spouses Robin Egan and R. [...]

Jackson Glascock, left, and Daxton Braucher build a snow fort. PHOTOS COURTESY OF JOE AND SHANNON GLASCOCK
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Some Gifts Can’t Be Wrapped
December 16, 2025

Winecup Gamble Ranch buckaroos cherish their remote lifestyle and raising beef By Dianna Troyer Christmas at the vast Winecup Gamble [...]

Hannah Gilbert, left, and Shawna Koch, take a selfie with a plaster cast replica of the Nike of Samothrace, a gift from France after World War II.
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Powering Forward
November 1, 2025

Teens learn about the electric grid, gain practical life sills and form friendships Story and photos by Dianna Troyer During [...]

Dirk holds granddaughter Jewel while visiting with son Daxton. Photo by Madalyn Porath
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It Runs in the Family
October 1, 2025

For the Jims, life is all about ranching, family and the rodeo winner’s circle By Dianna Troyer At 53, Dirk [...]

The 50-kilometer Race the Rocks racecourse showcases the rugged beauty of City of Rocks National Reserve and Castle Rocks State Park. Photo courtesy of Bryce Thatcher
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Race the Rocks
September 1, 2025

Almo resident blends adventure with philanthropy to launch first ultra-run fundraiser By Dianna Troyer As he brainstormed ways to improve [...]

Saddle bronc contenders ride their bucking horse for as long as possible. PHOTOS COURTESY OF SCRUFFY BUFFALO RANCH, KEELY RICHMAN
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From Ranch to Rodeo
August 1, 2025

Scruffy Buffalo rancher hosts rodeo for children and community By Dianna Troyer Never one to shy away from new ideas, [...]

Descendants of Park Valley’s settlers are still loyal to the community, coming together to celebrate Pioneer Day on July 24. Many who have moved from the valley return for the holiday. PHOTOS COURTESY OF SHELLY KUNZLER
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Cherishing Their Heritage
July 1, 2025

Park Valley residents celebrate Pioneer Day with parade, rodeo, games By Dianna Troyer For generations, Park Valley residents, scattered on [...]