A replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. will come to Independence this September. Wine enthusiasts are invited to get their feet wet at Willamette Valley Vineyards‘ Annual Grape Stomp and Harvest Celebration. And Forge Fest Northwest invites community members to try their hands at forging to support therapy for veterans. Watch to learn more! By Rachel Hughes. 

This story is sponsored by Brew Coffee and Tap House and The Physical Therapy Project. 

Since first planting vines in 1983, Willamette Valley Vineyards has grown into one of Oregon’s most prolific wine producers. Illahe Vineyards plans to nearly double growth with the addition of 80,000 acres of vineyard space to its Mount Pisgah Polk County location. By Connor Shreve.  

This story is sponsored by Fastsigns and Brew Coffee and Tap House. 

Honor Juneteenth with a history walk and community celebration. Sample local drinks and support a nonprofit at Garten Services’ Sip & Stroll Salem. Find out more! By Rachel Hughes. 

This story is sponsored by Monmouth-Independence Chamber of Commerce and Mega Foods.  

The City of Independence promotes water safety with new kiosks. The City of Salem encourages photographers to capture local history for a chance to win prizes. Family Building Blocks invites you to a two-night fundraising event. And it’s time for spring cleaning! Learn about Salem’s community garage sale. By Rachel Hughes.  

This story is sponsored by Mega Foods and Keizer Salem Area Senior Center.