Make the McKenzie Connection!
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The Oregon Funeral Directors Association has named Major Family Funeral Home as its 2026 Funeral Home of the Year, recognizing the Springfield funeral home for its compassionate care and community involvement. Out of 277 funeral homes across Oregon, the association selected Major Family Funeral Home and its owners, Todd and Joy Slack, along with their staff, for the statewide honor. The award was presented during the 2026 OFDA Convention in Eugene by OFDA President Elizabeth Johnson, who...
One of the venues on last weekend's Marriage on the McKenzie tour was a new riverfront destination nearing completion. The Vida View Resort, set to open in May 2026, is led by owners Tom and Angie McVeigh, who are transforming a fire-damaged four-acre property near milepost 36.5 into a luxury retreat featuring lodging, gardens, recreation, and event facilities. Located between Finn Rock and Vida, the couple says the gated resort will operate primarily as a bed and breakfast and short-term rental...
RAINBOW: A new coffee drive thru is perking up the upper River. The Rainbow Coffee Co. is quickly becoming a popular source for espresso and house coffee drinks as well as breakfast items. Still in its early days, owners Marcus and Jennifer d'Fonseca have had the opportunity of seeing many familiar and new faces support their business. "We are very thankful to all who have come through to say hello and try our menu," the couple says. Rainbow Coffee Co. offers many options for both breakfast and...
Hiking, shooting hoops at McKenzie’s basketball courts, or playing golf at his favorite course, Tokatee, were all fond recollections for Cody Farr-Baenziger. He grew up on the McKenzie River 20 years ago and admits it was a unique and memorable experience. Although his family later relocated to central Oregon, and he moved to Portland to begin a new career, he says he has always wanted to return to those roots. His mother, Toni, was a therapist with McKenzie School District, and his father, B...
