Cover Photo: Orange County, California, by Morey Milbradt

Taking the Slow Lane in Eastern Kentucky, by Philip Hartigan and Patricia Ann McNair

Mists and hollers, pioneers and family feuds--Kentucky's Appalachian region maintains its own pace and a rich past.

The Neighbor You Never Knew, by Linda McMaken

Ordinary heroes who came home from war pass their stories on to future generations.

Great Balls of Fire! The Piano is 300 Years Old, by Victor M. Parachin

One of the world's most popular instruments has been eveolving for three centuries, and it still sounds grand.

Message from the GER

It's Your Business--Web Sites Influence Cusomers, by John Behrens

Travels of the GER--On Tour with James M. McQuillan

Healthline--"Tis the Season for Extra Vigilance, by Bruce Paterson

News of the Lodges: Elks Care--Elks Share

News of the State Conventions

Elks National Veterans Service Commission

Elks National Foundation--Joy of Giving

Drug Awareness--Saying No to Drugs . . . Saying Yes to Fun