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Do you like oysters? Have you ever thought about what it would be like to harvest them? Brett Bishop can tell you. He's part of a family business called Little Skookum Shellfish Growers in Puget Sound, which has been in operation for generations. A Lincoln Now piece published yesterday has more information.

"There was a time when shaving with a straight razor was a cherished ritual. But the popularization of the safety razor during World War I and its successor, the multi-blade razor, drove the straight razor to the margins of the grooming universe. That is, until recently. The Portland Razor Company set out to restore the shaving process to its former glory, and observing the lengthy waiting list for their perfectly crafted collection of razors, it’s clear that they are doing just that."

Jazmine Sullivan developed a passion for music from a young age, and landed a record deal when she was just a teenager. Somewhere along the way, however, music lost its "fun." But after a bout of retirement, Jazmine is back and better than ever. A Lincoln Now piece called "Sharing the Beat" has the scoop.

"When first introduced to John Maclean, his background in music is often foregrounded. As a member of the Beta Band, he and his childhood friends formed the seminal rock group that dominated the British charts in the 90s, hailing from Edinburgh, Scotland. However, he’s quick to demur. For Maclean, the glamour of being involved in a band provided him an opportunity to explore his true passion, as he had fallen in love with the cinema at an early age."

"All of the ingredients are locally sourced from their own produce, local meat, and seafood. The meticulous process that goes into each meal – selecting the seed, growing the fruits and vegetables, cooking the food, and even building the furniture for the dining room – is holistically the way they express their passion for being hospitable."