Publisher's Update Scott

Elaine has (as usual) burned up the Tesla electrons to cover darn near the entire state of Oregon for this issue's features on Portland's Pearl District, Valley Farm Stands, and a place I didn't even know was such a big deal, but have discovered is, The Dalles. We have to say thank you to our host Lisa Farquharson, President and CEO at The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce. What a great welcome from a gracious host and ambassador. Thanks Lisa! What are "dalles" you ask? Read on and find out.

There's a new casual eatery on 9th in Corvallis, "La Santa." We stopped in to check it out. Two thumbs up for their American Pub/Mexican fusion.

There's a great little dog waiting for a new home at Heartland Humane Society. Lucy is a real sweetie. Also check out our photos of the Heartland Fund Raiser held lat month at The CH2M Hill Center at OSU. Loads of fun, and the attendees went ALL IN with the costumes!

Also enjoy our spring home & garden section with some great advice from local pros, and a super-cool kitchen we found in Albany. You'll know what we mean as you read on. Thanks again Marisabel!

As always, thanks for reading Willamette Living.