He wasn’t really a horse. He was a Welsh pony and an ornery one. I was only six years old, my sister eight, when we looked up from outdoor play to see our dad coming down the driveway with an old pickup equipped with tall racks to haul home the pony he surprised us with. […]
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haven’t noticed, Venue Magazine is my love letter to Grant County. I love the businesses, events, places, people and produce here. I wouldn’t want to raise my young children or make this magazine anywhere else! I have fabulous friends and family that live all over the United States and the world, and while I love […]
Ron Sawyer: Playing is work, work is a legacy
This is a special story, a story so special that one person could not tell it. This is an introduction to Ron Sawyer, a “gentleman”, a man who is “a number of puzzle pieces”, by five members of his many spheres.We’ve used these five voices to tell the different sides of Ron’s story, so you, […]
Spring for the Arts
Spring is a time of awakening, shaking off those winter time blues and reemergence… not so for Columbia Basin Allied Arts… we didn’t slow down all winter! After a busy fall and winter season starting with Art on Third and UMANI festivals in September, then barreling through Green Turtle outreach, Premier performances, community events, grant […]
Settler’s Natural Market: Health made-to-order
We live in a world of constant information; with anything we want to know at the tips of our fingers. While this is beneficial at times, it leaves room for the constant opinions of other people. This especially comes into play when talking about supplements, food, and which diet is correct. Don’t get me wrong, […]
Cultivating connection at Cloudview Community Farm
Nestled in the heart of our community, Cloudview Community Farm is more than just a farm—it’s a place where learning, wellness, and nature come together to create meaningful experiences for all ages. Guided by our mission, Growing Healthy Food, Growing Healthy Communities, we empower families and students to connect with nature through hands-on learning, sustainable […]







