Charles Reitze documents the history of the Davis Family. Reitze explores how the family attempts to be self-sufficient and as independent as American society allows.
Volume XII, Issue 47-48, 1995

The passion that Susan Gagnon shows for her hometown of Jay is evident in the actions she takes to fight for the rebirth of the town. Phoebe Larson highlights how this region in Maine has undergone the struggles of industry relocations and job losses, and in reaction to this, how Gagnon is trying to make the community better again.

Charles Reitze documents the history of the Davis Family. Reitze explores how the family attempts to be self-sufficient and as independent as American society allows.

As people move away from small rural areas, the decline in population leaves an impact on the congregation. Jake Ryan investigates how the Catholic Church is struggling in the small town of Jackman, and speaks about the future for the Church there.

Racing cars in rural Maine for over 40 years, Ray Penfold started to do Mud Runs after retirement, but is now in failing health. Shannon Geis highlights the family tradition of racing for the Penfolds, and how regardless of age or health racing remains important to the family.

At the age of 95, Francis Fenton is the third generation to work the Fenton farm at Sandy River Apple Orchard. Georgia Moodie highlights the work that Fenton does on the farm alone, and speaks to Fenton and his daughter about the future of the farm.

Philip Grant captures images of the Davis Family.

At one point during American history, rural populations were growing faster than urban populations. Richard Short captures how back-to-landers in Maine, or homesteaders, have evolved their lifestyles since the 1950s when people were coming to Maine to live on the land in large numbers.

Keeping the local memory of a community alive is important and in the small town of Weld, their history brings the community closer. Amanda Bladt captures images around the town.

Laura Olkowski highlights the work of Dr. Mike Lambke, a doctor who works in a small town and feels the need to connect with people. Olkowski discusses how Dr. Lambke works with patients that deal with basic emotional health issues and how he navigates his own emotions.