Summer Sips
By Libby Lemire Summer is here, and that is refreshing in itself. We endure a long winter, an endless wait for spring, and then summer comes and the Mohawk Valley says, “It’s about freakin’ time!” I always laugh when it starts to get “too hot,” and inevitably you’ll hear one of us yearning for fall, […]
Picente Outlines Bold “250 Forward” Vision for Oneida County
By Carrie Byrne Putelo During the 2026 State of the County Address at Turning Stone Resort Casino, Oneida County Executive Anthony J. Picente Jr. unveiled “250 Forward,” a forward-looking vision focused on continued growth, investment, and opportunity across Oneida County as the nation approaches America’s 250th anniversary. The plan includes a proposed $10 million housing […]
94 Days of Summer
Moments, Traditions & Places That Make a Mohawk Valley Summer Summer begins in small moments. A melting Rocket Pop. Sun-warmed playground slides. The sound of laughter drifting through the park long after lunchtime should have ended. In the Mohawk Valley, these are the moments that become memories, simple snapshots of childhood and summer wrapped together […]
Where to Play
From destination-level resort golf and historic private clubs to approachable public courses and hidden local favorites, the Mohawk Valley offers one of the most diverse golf landscapes in Upstate New York. Whether it’s a quick weekday league round, a scenic Adirondack getaway, or a championship-caliber experience, these courses continue to shape the culture of the […]
The Next Generation
By Ruth Weydig, PGA Professional & CNY PGA Hall of Famer I started swinging a golf club somewhere around 1970 or 1971. At that time, very few girls were involved in sports. Most of my friends attended dance class or swim lessons, and girls playing golf were few and far between in the Vernon area. Over […]
The Local Game
By Dustin Jones I started my Golf Professional journey in the Mohawk Valley right out of high school as an Assistant Professional at Turning Stone Resort Casino Golf Courses, where I remained for 10 years. I then had the opportunity to become the PGA Professional at Yahnundasis Golf Club in 2009. After six great years […]
Where the Mohawk Valley Plays
By Carrie Byrne Putelo Golf in the Mohawk Valley has never felt like it’s just about the game itself. Around here, it’s woven into everyday life. It’s early mornings on the course before work, quick nine holes on a summer evening, weekday leagues that become yearly traditions, and friendships that have been built over decades […]
Editor’s Letter – June
Dear Readers, One of the things I love most about living in the Mohawk Valley is that almost every great memory seems to start around a table. Maybe it’s dinner with friends after a long week. Maybe it’s a business lunch that turns into a friendship. Maybe it’s celebrating a birthday, an anniversary, a graduation, […]
The Next Generation of Giving
Leadership in the Mohawk Valley today is defined not just by what you build, but by how you give back. The next generation featured in this issue is deeply connected to the community that has shaped them. Through their work, they are creating momentum. Through their giving, they are strengthening the foundation of the region […]
Building It Differently: The Story Behind T3 Construction
For T3 Construction, the story isn’t a typical one. Founded by Kyle Tuttle and built alongside the Tuttle family, the company brings a fresh perspective to an industry that often follows a more traditional path. While many construction businesses are passed down through generations or built solely within the trades, T3 Construction was shaped by […]