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Arts + Culture
The Gift of Art
Local Artist Paints Stories of Wonder Article by Lynette Confer | Photography by Miguel Edwards To gaze upon a painting by local artist Megan Myers is like looking through a window into another world. One inspired by nature, animals, and her audience she loves so much. Each painting tells a story, but not one with a single message. Instead, Myers paints with the goal of allowing each person to connect to their own story. “My paintings don’t tell a full story, but I think in them you are...
April 2024
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Life + Culture
Standing Tall
One Woman’s Story of Resilience Article by Lynette Confer | Photography by Natalie Stephenson What would you choose to do if you were given only one year to live? And you had given birth to your first child three days before? And, you were a single mom and owner of a new small business? This was the scenario local dog trainer Lauren Henderson faced in January 2023. Her first child, daughter Kennedy, was born on January 18, 2023. Three days later, Lauren was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s...
April 2024
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Fitness
A Perfect Hit
Empowering Women Through Fitness and Self-Defense Training Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Maile Mason Melanie Martinson, owner/trainer of 30 Minute Hit in Bend, has one main goal these days – to empower women by giving them the tools they need to be fit and stay safe. “We’re more of a boutique martial arts studio than a fitness studio,” she says. “We want to provide a very safe, friendly environment for women of all ages, backgrounds, and fitness levels to be able to come and learn...
April 2024
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Life + Culture
Vietnamese Spring Rolls
Simple Ingredients for a Delicious Burst of Spring Flavors Article by Lynette Confer This time of year, you might be craving the tastes of spring. Fresh Vietnamese Spring Rolls are easy to assemble and served fresh, with a sauce of your choosing, offer a burst of fresh flavors that promise of spring and summer gardens to come. These rolls are versatile. If you have rice paper wrappers, use your imagination and whatever fresh veggies, green or herbs available (even a different type of noodle...
March 2024
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