October 1, 2021
Independence’s Living Room: Riverview Park
A lot of stuff happens in a living room. People celebrate birthdays, engagements, graduations and…
September 23, 2021
It’s Time to Bike Indy!
Imagine a small town that attracts cyclists from Portland and throughout the Pacific Northwest, a…
September 6, 2021
From a Farm Near You to a Pint in Your Hand
A Look at the Thriving Craft Beer Scene Around Independence For much of its early…
August 22, 2021
Meet Bonnie Andrews – Q & A with the owner of Melting Pot Candy
When Bonnie Andrews lost her job during the height of the 2008 recession, she turned…
May 8, 2021
Santa Came Downtown!
Santa came to downtown Independence to drop off his mailbox and say hello to a…
April 23, 2021
Discover History and Culture in Oregon’s Wine Country
Amid its award-winning wineries, farm-to-table restaurants and breathtaking recreational opportunities, Oregon’s Mid-Willamette Valley is also…
April 23, 2021
Western Oregon University
Western Oregon University is Oregon's oldest public university and serves about 5,000 students. For visitors…