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Choose Local: Why Supporting Small Businesses Matters This Shopping Season
Nov. 22nd, 2024

Choose Local: Why Supporting Small Businesses Matters This Shopping Season

As the holiday season approaches, consumers are bombarded with endless Black Friday deals. During these high-profile shopping days, when big box retailers and online giants often dominate the market with massive sales and promotions, choosing to shop at small and local businesses can make a big dif…

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10 Staycation Ideas for Big Fun on a Small Budget
Jul. 11th, 2024

10 Staycation Ideas for Big Fun on a Small Budget

Sometimes, the best vacation can be found right in your backyard—literally and metaphorically. Compared to a vacation, a "staycation" often means a break from your routine that doesn't require a plane, train, or bus ticket or traveling far from your home. Whether you're working with a smaller bud…
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Closet Cleanout Guide: Steps for Refreshing Your Wardrobe
Jun. 4th, 2024

Closet Cleanout Guide: Steps for Refreshing Your Wardrobe

Is your closet or dresser packed with clothes you no longer wear? It might be time for a closet cleanout. Cleaning out your closet is as much about d…
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Exploring Local: Tips for "Rediscovering" Your Own City
Mar. 12th, 2024

Exploring Local: Tips for "Rediscovering" Your Own City

In the hustle and routine of daily life, it's easy to overlook the beauty and uniqueness of the cities we live in. Becoming a "tourist" in your own t…
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The Old Palace Theatre in Silverton, Oregon is New Again
Feb. 8th, 2024

The Old Palace Theatre in Silverton, Oregon is New Again

The iconic Palace Theatre in downtown Silverton has reopened its doors under new ownership, igniting excitement among theater enthusiasts and local residents. Thomas and Erika Baham, the new owners, have acquired the beloved venue with a commitment to preserving its rich history while ushering i…

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