July 4th happenings

Lots of things happening this Fourth of July, which falls on Friday this year. I’ve updated the calendar, but here’s a rundown: The Pet Parade and Old Fashioned Celebration, Downtown. Starting at 10am, this is a perennial favorite; people walking pets of all stripe through downtown. Then the rest of … Continue reading

4th of July kegs at Wildfire Brewing

Wildfire Brewing has kegs for sale for this 4th of July. Dock sales format, and there might be some dock sale deals to be found, too. Prices: 5 gallon soda-style keg (1/6 bbl): $58 Pony keg (1/2 bbl): $74 Full 50L keg: $113 You can find Wildfire at: 20750 High … Continue reading

Press Release: Commuter Challenge Winners Announced

Each year Commute Options Week helps commuters save gas, improve air quality and get some exercise by reducing miles traveled. Combined, the 8,250 employees from 92 businesses who participated in the Commuter Challenge Monday through Friday from June 16-22, eliminated a record 46,390 motor vehicle miles from our local roads. … Continue reading

Ernesto’s – closed!

I just found out today that Ernesto’s Italian Restaurant closed suddenly on Monday (yesterday)—here’s the article that appeared in today’s paper: Ernesto’s Italian Restaurant — a fixture on the Third Street corridor since 1996 — closed Monday. Soaring food prices, an economic downturn and possibly a theme that had run … Continue reading

Vietnam Veterans Fourth of July BBQ at Jake’s Diner

Jake’s Diner is hosting another Fourth of July BBQ for Vietnam Veterans this year: Jake’s Diner and the Vietnam Veterans of America are partnering on a BBQ at Jake’s on the evening of the Fourth of July. All proceeds will be going to the Vietnam Veterans of America. The BBQ … Continue reading