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At the time of Oregon's statehood in 1859, the pioneers made their own entertainment.
Independence: 'Biz-Tech Expo' will feature diagnostic clinics, presentations
A no-host, relaxed networking session with hors d'oeuvres will follow from 3 to 6 p.m. at Redgate Winery, 8175 Buena Vista Road.
Henry Hill: Pioneer of Independence
The name of Henry Hill is a familiar one in Independence. The town named a park after him, and they named an elementary school for him.
Elks plan flag decommissioning ceremony
1950 on Main Street in Independence. The event includes a local Boy Scout troop conducting a solemn ceremony that pays tribute to United States flags of various forms throughout history.
Pete Mark shares presidential artifacts, from Founding Fathers to JFK, at Oregon History Museum
JUNE 7, 2013 - Melvin "Pete" Mark stands with a portrait of George Washington, one of around 300 presidential artifacts he has collected over 50 years.