Charles Heino grew up in Rockland, surrounded by his ex­tended Finnish and Polish families. It is not a surprise that Heino was drawn to education where he dealt with many people from various backgrounds. It was also very likely that he might find the political arena a comfortable place. Read here about one man's journey from small town boy to the Maine legislature. Enjoy this story that reflects much of Maine culture of the last half of the 20th Century.