Known around southern Maine for his unbelievable feat of pounding nails with his bare hands, Joseph Leo Thibeau has become something of a legend. Mark Emerson and E.J. Blake report on Thibeau's life and his hand skills.

Despite falling into the minority in Maine for their stance on abortion and being pro-choice, George and Jenna Rodrigues speak out against abortion in their community. Shannon Gilchrist and Dina Marguerite speak to the Rodrigues' about their pro-life stance and about Planned Parenthood.

Jean Cheney discusses the gardening experience and the cultivation of roses.

Preparing for the Maine Science Olympiad Tournament, two high school students are building a robot in an attempt to win the state title for the 16th year. Ali Kuzmickas covers the work that Allie Wu and Sarah Walker put into their robot, speaking to them about their competition experience.

Nancy Call, a women living in Maine, is providing a means for Rose Julie Reby, a young girl from Haiti, to receive heart surgery. Noah Fowler captures the work that Call does, fostering international children who need medical care, and the opportunities this gives Reby.

Jesse Dukes highlights the life of Slim Andrews, a country music singer, who is going recording his first album after making music for 63 years. Dukes discusses how Andrews has played an important role in the country music scene of Maine.

Following the death of artist Robert Hamilton, his widow Nancy has attempted to preserve his art and his legacy. Jessie Wright-Mendoza speaks to Nancy about Robert's passion for painting, and how his art contrasted the typical Maine art style.

Long popular at Maine agricultural fairs, harness racing is a competitive sport that runs nearly the entire year in New England. Kendra Wing and Kendrick Kwok capture the life of Orrin Phipps, the oldest harness racer in the world.

Back cover for the December 1994 Salt Magazine.

This piece investigates the browntail moth outbreak in Maine, specifically focused on the impact in Camden Hills State Park. Alongside the reporter, dive into the moth’s origins, their effects on both people and the environment, and the role climate change plays in their spread.

The clues of Maine’s ceramic past are hiding in plain sight. Molly Saunders and Professor Bonnie Newsom have taken the time to uncover its history and leave a record for future potters.

At the age of 65, Jonathan "Elias" Cloud decided to leave modern society and join an Amish community in Maine. Scott Ruderman documents how Elias made his choice to come to Unity and his efforts to become a part of the Amish community.