“Am I better than I was yesterday? What am I doing today to ensure a better tomorrow?’ D’Andre Vasquez I cannot think of a better example of personal resilience than D’Andre Vasquez, who graduated...
This region has an abundance of people who are committed to strengthening rural communities and that includes Lisa Karstetter, the regional TechSpark Manager for Microsoft. Some people are surprised when they learn that Karstetter...
Suzanne MacPherson has deep roots in the Upper Wenatchee Valley and her long-term perspective and relationship skills led to making contributions as an educator and as the first (and to date only) female mayor...
As a writer, I have the privilege of meeting many ordinary folks doing wonderful things in the valley and enjoy sharing a bit of their stories with the community. I am inspired by people...
Every person has a story to tell and a unique perspective on life. I have been enamored with the Elder Speak program put on by the Ripple Foundation because it brings together elders to...
http://traffic.libsyn.com/artofcommunityncw/63a_Jim_Wills_and_the_values_of_an_Eagle_Scout.mp3 My guest this week is Jim Wills, a relative newcomer to the Wenatchee Valley but someone who will be sharing wisdom that he’s learned at an event called Elder Speak on Sunday, Sept...
It used to be that corporations in our country did a better job of balancing profits with concern for the well being of employees and good corporate stewardship. “A business that makes nothing but...
One of the more impactful projects in our valley for helping kids develop their creativity has been the Beauty of Bronze program started by Jeanette Marantos and then adopted by Art on the Avenues....
I have long been intrigued by the TwispWorks economic development and community building project. Situated in an abandoned Forest Service complex, it is breathing life and energy into the Methow Valley. TwispWorks is a...
At 90 years young, Mae Hamilton is still learning, experiencing and living life on her own terms. She’s one of four individuals who will be sharing life wisdom with the community for a program...