Driving in the winter can come with its own set of challenges. Colder weather can come with specific hazards, and commuting is often done in the dark due to shorter days. Having an emergency kit in your car helps you stay prepared for the unexpected, from minor inconveniences to more serious situat…

Chuck Ries's journey from Traeger employee to successful business owner of Chuck’s BBQ Store, was “kind of a fluke” according to Chuck. Though he never planned on being a business owner, it has worked out pretty well.  Over a decade ago, he stumbled upon an empty building in Keizer.  Having…