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October 5, 2009 The trek back to Nauvoo - Spokane Valley couple finds joy in missionary service
By Craig Howard, News EditorShare:  
October 5, 2009 — "You are called to represent the Savior. Your calling is to bless lives."
President Henry B. Eyring
When Nathan and JoAnn Howard moved from Spokane Valley to Nauvoo, Ill. in April to begin serving a six-month mission for the LDS Church, they soon realized their new home was located in a distinctive neighborhood.
Nathan and JoAnn Howard of the Evergreen Ward in the Spokane East Stake reported to the Nauvoo, Illinois Temple Mission in April. Photo by Craig Howard.
Just down the street from the Howard's red-brick four-plex stands a home that once belonged to Brigham Young. Houses occupied over 150 years ago by early church leaders like Wilford Woodruff, Heber C. Kimball and John Taylor are also included within walking distance.
Along with the impressive list of historic residences, the town features an array of traditional businesses and cultural sites that provide visitors with an opportunity to experience what the town was like after LDS settlers, led by Prophet Joseph Smith, established Nauvoo - a Hebrew word meaning "beautiful city," in 1839. There is the Scovil Bakery where gingerbread cookies are still served warm from the oven; the Webb Brothers Blacksmith Shop where horseshoes are churned out daily and the old print shop that, years ago, published reliable periodicals like the "Nauvoo Neighbor" and "Times and Seasons." Site missionaries dress in authentic clothing from the era and work as tour guides at the various venues.
The Howards live a short walk from many of Nauvoo's historical sites, including the home of onetime President of the Church John Taylor. Photo by Craig Howard.
There are around 1,100 residents of modern-day Nauvoo, tucked in the southern corner of Illinois not far from the border of Iowa. In the summer, cardinals and blue jays dart among the cornfields. By autumn, flocks of geese are soaring above the marshland that comprises the fringe of the Mississippi River.
"It's basically a one-street town with no traffic lights," Nathan said. "If we had a crop, we'd be thankful for it."
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Wholesome Recreational Guide - 10/5 - 10/10
By Tanya Smith, Staff WriterShare:
October 5, 2009 — A chill is in the air, soup is bubbling away in the crock-pot and the kids are bored. Why not take a scenic day trip drive this Saturday before we're all snowed in? You could also plan a date night at a concert or "smoke free" dance hall - and don't miss out on the last of this season's farmer's market offerings. Do I smell pumpkin pie?
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Image of the Week
By Matt Shumate, Guest ContributorShare:
October 5, 2009 — 
Photographer Matt Shumate enjoys taking interesting photos around Spokane. This photo, a view of Spokane from one of the East bridges of Riverfront Park, was taken using one of his favorite methods called TTV, or Through The Viewfinder of his 55 year-old Kodak Duaflex camera using his modern Digital Camera to capture the exposure. The effect is an old style/antique looking photo without the hassle of exposing film or the artificiality of adding the aging textures on the computer. Photo by Matt Shumate.
Do you have a picture you'd like to see as the Latter-day Sentinel's Image of the Week? Send your photo plus a brief description to ldsnews@latterdaysentinel.com. If your image is chosen as the Image of the Week, you'll be notified before it's included in the weekly mailing.
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