Bios of the contributors to the December 1995 Salt Magazine.

Tara Lockhart documents the winery business of Tom Hoey, located in Brooksville, Maine. Lockhart speaks to Hoey regarding the Soe's Ear Winery, politics, and weaving.

Chris City spotlights the lobster industry, speaking to lobstermen and learning about industry regulations, Seal Cove, and lobsters.

Pamela Wood introduces readers to the stories in the June 1977 Salt Magazine.

Building Alternatives provides juveniles serving a prison sentence opportunties for vocational education. Collette Sosnowy speaks to educators and students with the Building Alternatives program about their experiences and the opportunities the program offers.

Pamela Green explores the culture of the Passamaquoddy by talking to students at Lee Academy. Green discusses with the students how their school understands their culture and traditions, allowing them to keep with their identity.

In the town of Searsport, one of the country's largest natural gas companies intends to build an expansive propane storage facility. Diane Sterberg investigates how the local residents gave enough support due to promises of economic prosperity, despite opponents of the project feeling deceived about the integrity of the process.

In Aroostook County, one of the most important jobs is the creation of potato barrels. Debbie Mountain and others speak to coopers about making potato barrels.

Gabriel Etenberg meets with individuals in Waldo County to learn about their craft of making furniture from twigs.

Beech Ridge Motor Speedway in Scarborough, Maine was the first place in Maine built just for racing cars, and while it is no Daytona, the individuals who attend and participate at the speedway take it serious. Erin Collins discusses with drivers and crew members what it is like to race stock cars at Beech Ridge.

Sarah Earle highlights the life of Krista Dorr, who grew up in the foster care system. Earle speaks to Dorr about growing up in foster homes and being adopted by her teacher, Chris Beal.