The Monticello Railroad Museum held their inaugural tractor show on Saturday, August 9, 2025. I attended with a group of friends, Marvin Stinebaker, Carl Davis, "train fanatic extraordinaire," Keith Ladage, and friend, fellow journalist & author Cindy Ladage The five of us met for breakfast and formed a convoy, making the travel as enjoyable as … Continue reading All Aboard! Now Leaving on Track 1
Most times, my readership doesn't read articles that get very political on my blog. A debate of color preference may be provoked, but beyond that, I don't write hard-hitting exposure pieces. I'm sure the readership is well aware of our bizarre political climate of late. If a reader comes to my blog for something light … Continue reading Illinois Political Concern
Three years ago, The Ladage Tractor Drive started because of a bridge. Author and Blogger Cindy Ladage standing on Ladage Bridge The family history can be traced clear back to Abraham Lincoln's time. That is a pretty good indication that the Ladage family is well established in central Illinois. Their ancestral linage also has ties … Continue reading Honoring the Family
Buchheit store manager in Jacksonville, IL Eric Michuson, had a great success for public relations when he managed a store in KY. His KY store hosted an antique tractor drive-in. It's not hard to imagine he had corporate blessing. Kenny Buchheit,a second-generation owner of the company, is also the founding curator of the American Tractor … Continue reading Buchheit Tractor Day
I met Andy Hinrichs several years ago. Unfortunately, I've never had a conversation longer than a few minutes with him. Until the Saturday after his 16th successful Garden Tractor Jamboree. Andy would personally attest to the fact that it's very difficult to have a meaningful visit during the event. He's just too busy. What a … Continue reading Create it, They will Come
Another garden tractor jamboree has passed. Like the 15 predecessors, a great time was had by one, and all Andy Hinrichs hosts a great show. There are plenty of activities to participate in. The day begins patriotic by presenting the colors. There is a tractor parade immediately following. Throughout the day, there is an opportunity … Continue reading AJ’s 16th Jamboree
https://youtu.be/wScOkvCmgQM?si=QCqrlWU1dVM6FzMt I, like many others, can relate to Joe Diffie's song celebrating the pick-up truck. I probably had my first truck that young, but I didn’t haul anything for the girl next door. I didn't have any close neighbors. I don't agree with Joe's fondness for Chevy, however. He and I will just have to … Continue reading Glorious Tailgating Memories
Logistics ~ the detailed coordination of a complex operation involving people facilities and supplies During my Nashville adventure, my close friend and travel companion for the trip Scott announced he was in the market for a new vehicle. I asked if he planned to trade his F-150 for his new ride. He shook his head, … Continue reading Changing Logistics
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