A replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. will come to Independence this September. Wine enthusiasts are invited to get their feet wet at Willamette Valley Vineyards' Annual Grape Stomp and Harvest Celebration. And Forge Fest Northwest invites community members to try their hands at forging to support therapy for veterans. Watch to learn more! By Rachel Hughes.

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This story is sponsored by Brew Coffee and Tap House and The Physical Therapy Project.

A local couple revives community foot-racing culture in Salem with a new event. The Willamette Heritage Center receives $750,000 from the State of Oregon to preserve Salem’s heritage. And the City of Salem invites residents to comment on the Salem zoning code. By Rachel Hughes.

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This story is sponsored by Keizer Salem Area Senior Center and Monmouth-Independence Chamber of Commerce.

The City of Aumsville Corn Festival returns on Saturday, August 16. Tree climbers from across the globe gather in Sublimity this August. Find out more! And the B-17 Alliance Foundation brings historic aircraft and World World II-themed events to Salem. By Rachel Hughes.

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This story is sponsored by The Sippery Coffee Co. and Mega Foods.