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From Farm to Flask, a Family Finds Liquid Assets

Ten years ago, the Stein family was wondering what to do with the grain crops they owned in Joseph. With some family history of dabbling in moonshine, really good moonshine at that, opening a distillery seemed like a good option.

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Oregon’s Amber Waves of Grain

Tom Hunton makes his living primarily as a grass seed farmer, but these days, his passion lies with a crop that takes up just a fraction of his 2,700-acre farm near Junction City.

Designer Spotlight: Stan Boles

During his forty-year tenure at Boora Architects, former principle Stan Boles designed a number of striking modern beach houses along the Oregon Coast—most recently, the 360 House, a glass and steel home with virtually 360-degree views.

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Gift Guide for Foodie Friends

Can you feel it? The grip of panic starting to set in? With just ten days to go, it’s time to get serious about buying and wrapping those gifts, or you’ll look like a flop as the paper starts flying. We’ve got you covered—you and your foodie friends.

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The Best Early-Bird Happy Hours in Portland

`Tis the season for some hardcore holiday shopping, and just when you are about to faint from a lack of provisions, we have some early-bird happy hour suggestions for you, all starting at 3 p.m.