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Dalton Hessel
Jan 12, 20233 min read
All Natural in the Northwoods
River and Rain Apothecary is the latest business to be added to Hayward, Wisconsin’s historic downtown. Located on Third Street next to...
Dalton Hessel
Dec 29, 20223 min read
Skates, Saunas and Small Town Fun
On Tuesday, December 27th a “Charlie Brown-esque” community skating party was held at the Tot Lot in Hayward, WI. The goal of the event...
Dalton Hessel
Nov 27, 20225 min read
Why People Still Listen to Vinyl Records in 2022
The best way to experience music.
Dalton Hessel
Nov 22, 20222 min read
Don't Forget About Main Street
The power of shopping small.
Dalton Hessel
Nov 4, 20228 min read
My Hope for Hayward
To begin, I will be sharing a poem I wrote one morning while tucked away in a corner at Backroads. downtown. I hope these streets bring...
Dalton Hessel
Aug 26, 20211 min read
I'm Tired Of My Neighbors Fighting
We must be willing to give each other grace and kindness even when we think the other person doesn’t deserve it.
Dalton Hessel
Jul 19, 20216 min read
How You Can Help Small Town America Survive
In the corner of nearly every small town shop window there seems to be a “help wanted” sign. Many businesses have even resorted to...
Dalton Hessel
Jun 10, 20212 min read
For the Foodies: Red Cow Review
We both had a hankering for a good burger and brew and Red Cow fulfilled that void in our souls/stomachs.
Dalton Hessel
Aug 29, 20203 min read
Why "Shut Up and Play" Isn't the Answer
Once we fail to see these athletes as fellow human beings, we begin to lose the human qualities that make us beautiful; empathy and love.
Dalton Hessel
Aug 20, 20202 min read
How I'd Like to See the 2020-2021 School Year
This school year is going to be different, but what if it looked more like love?
Dalton Hessel
Feb 26, 20205 min read
Why Millennial Men Need Jesus
Millennial men need Jesus and it’s time we dust off our Bibles and get to work.
Dalton Hessel
Jan 19, 20204 min read
The Death of the Dinner Table
There’s been a death in the family. It’s not the kind of death that we have to dress in black for. We don’t have to send casseroles or...
Dalton Hessel
Nov 27, 20195 min read
The Truth About My Rookie Year In Teaching
As the pines sway in the woods and snow continues to fall outside of my window, I figured now was a good opportunity to pause and reflect...
Dalton Hessel
Sep 2, 20195 min read
A Letter to College Freshmen
Dear Freshmen, It seems as though you’ve just got dropped off by your parents at summer camp. Classes are just about to start, but that...
Dalton Hessel
Aug 21, 20193 min read
A Pep Talk to My Friends
There are always things we wish we could tell our friends, but maybe the right opportunity hasn’t presented itself. Maybe there were too...
Dalton Hessel
Aug 7, 20192 min read
The Confessions of an Anti-Social Extrovert
I’m the guy at the party, but I’m not the life of it. I’m off to the side, up against the wall listening to Mark and Lisa talking about...
Dalton Hessel
Jul 3, 20194 min read
Why I Almost Walked Away From Hunting, But Didn't
“The chase is among the best of all national pastimes; it cultivates that vigorous manliness for the lack of which in a nation, as in an...
Dalton Hessel
Jun 12, 20195 min read
Tackling the Big Question: Is There Time for God in College?
As a kid, it was easier to live a Christian lifestyle. Your parents made sure your backside was in a seat at church on Sunday. They...
Dalton Hessel
May 30, 20193 min read
A Tribute To Small Towns Everywhere
There appears to be a common misconception when it comes to small town life. Many people see getting out of their small town as a means...
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