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The camera that made Dayton larger
In retirement, Bill Franz learned photography—and discovered a larger, more interesting hometown waiting inside the city he already knew.
Scarlette Ferrari
Everyday life, local character, and the discoveries that make a place worth knowing.
Scarlette Ferrari writes about everyday life, local character, and the discoveries that make a place worth knowing. Her interests include small towns, neighborhood restaurants, community traditions, and the people who give a destination its personality.
Writing for The World According to Oysters, she brings a curious, conversational approach that invites readers to come along, ask questions, and look beyond familiar attractions. Through Small Town America, she explores the favorite diner, the family recipe passed through generations, the unexpected local accomplishment, and the places residents recommend when someone asks, “What should I see while I’m here?”
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