Agriculture based, rural setting. Climate is moderate with some snow in winter, summers 80-90 degrees, some humidity.
Recreation includes hunting, fishing, water sports, camping.
Amenities include a golf course, park with Olympic size outdoor pool, tennis courts, soccer and baseball programs for youths. Cinema, bowling ally, indoor skating rink, YMCA with indoor pool. Near large city cultural events as well. Hospital Newer facility with 60 beds plus a new attached Nursing Home. Progressive, full service hospital.