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The Twins Behind Maine’s Most Extreme Vehicles

Mike and Geoff Howe built tanks for the army, created vehicles for hollywood blockbusters, and starred in their own reality show. What's next for this dynamic duo?
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An Eye for Detail

Ottie Thomas-Smith handcrafts some of the nation's finest prosthetic eyes, ears, noses, and more.
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Head of State

Penobscot tribal leader Kirk Francis has redefined the “chief” in CEO.
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Light Years Ahead

When Hyperlite Mountain Gear’s founder Mike St. Pierre couldn’t find the outdoor equipment he wanted, he created it himself
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Windjammer Chefs

Meet six of the most talented cooks in Maine’s schooner fleet. PHOTOGRAPHY BY: BENJAMIN MAGRO Written by Nancy Heiser Sarah...
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Cowgirl

Joann Grohman has published nine books and five thousand blog posts (so far) on the subject closest to her heart: her family cow.
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Off to See the Wizard

Discover the world's largest collection of Wizard of Oz memorabilia, housed right here in Maine.
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The Horse Whisperer

Farrier-bard Fred Bowers waxes eloquent about horses and all they’ve taught him.
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Clay and Oysters

Artist Alison Evans borrows shapes from Maine mollusks to sculpt a stylish and graceful dinnerware line. By Rebecca Martin Evarts ...

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