Abby Fitts, Attorney at Law, met with Indy Commons owner, Kate Schwarzler (pictured on the right), to discuss the challenges and opportunities in running a... Read More

It is so instructive meeting the small business owners in the area. I recently talked with Teri of Nature's Pet Market and Sunny Paws Grooming... Read More

Savannah Pearce of the newly established Valkyrie Wine Tavern in Independence, took a moment to discuss her business plans with me. Kate Schwarzler of Indy... Read More

Cafe 22 (located on Hwy 22 between Independence and Salem) is a great place for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a snack. I’ve been impressed with... Read More

Suzie and Truman Price own and run the business, Old Children's Books, from their home. They have a wide selection of classic children's books. We... Read More

University Barbershop is a community treasure. Ray is a good man who will always treat you like a prince. Anyone who goes to WOU should... Read More

Sing Fay is a highlight of our university district. Open until 9 pm most evenings, it’s a favorite hangout for WOU faculty, staff, and students.... Read More

It was fun to meet with Sean and Mary of Busy Bees. I learned about the challenges facing a family business in today’s economy. I... Read More

Here I am with Fiesta, a beautiful member of Horse Adaptive Riding Therapy, a non-profit organization in Independence, which is operated by Toni Bordadora, an... Read More

When between classes at WOU in Monmouth, there is no better place for a great burger or wings than Main Street Pub. It’s a local... Read More