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Walla Walla, Washington is a wine lover's vacation spot that is easily overlooked. Is it really worth the trip?

The Whitman ministered to the Cayuse tribe; and were killed by the Cayuse because the Indians believed the Whitmans were responsible for the deaths by epidemic.

Washington wine country's fastest growing viticulture area now contains six distinct American Viticulture Areas (AVA), unique for their soil, climate and wine flavor.

Onions are one of the most versatile of all root vegetables. Onions can be used in cooking or served raw. What are the different types of onions and their attributes?

The life of Narcissa Whitman is reflective of the lives of pioneer women, hard working and family oriented; these women are the unsung heros of the frontier.

After the long hard trip to the junction of the Walla Walla River and Columbia River, Marcus and Narcissa Whitman built a mission and began to minister to the Indians.

Alexander Ross was a fur trader and adventurer who traveled to the Pacific Northwest in 1810, shortly after Lewis and Clack, and published his observations in 1841.

Try this easy grilled steak recipe, which features inexpensive cuts of beef pounded and marinated, then quickly grilled and served with a fruit salsa.

The flavors of the onion family are by no means tame, and leaving them out of a grilled vegetable platter can leave the selection pretty boring.

Kennewick Shootout: The body of outlaw Jake Lake is found, Kid Barker arrested, Marshal Mike Glover dies.

It took decades before the value of Snoqualmie Pass was recognized. The Department of Transportation improved it several times, turning it into a major thoroughfare.

In 1860, eight families from the mid-West joined together to follow the Oregon Trail to Oregon. They were attacked by Indians when near their destination.

As soon as people settled in Puget Sound, they knew their needs could not be filled by goods found on the coast. They needed trade from the eastern side of the state.

Lloyd Magruder 's pack train left Lewiston, Idaho to supply the gold camps of western Montana. He met with an untimely end when outlaws killed him and stole his gold.

The Inland Northwest Trials Association (INTA) was formed more than 20 years ago to give motorcycle riders a chance to participate in amateur observed trials competition.

Prior to the introduction of European ways, Native Americans of the Pacific Coast lead lives culturally distinct from the Indians of the Great Basin or Plateau areas.

Tulip Lane in rural Richland, Washington, isn't very long, but it is home to three award-winning Mid-Columbia wineries: Tagaris, Barnard Griffin and Tagaris.

Adam West is one of the most famous character actors of all time. Portraying campy characters and ultimately a cheesy version of himself has been highly successful.

Thoroughbred horse racing's Russell Baze, 48, is going strong. Voted the 2002 George Woolf Memorial Jockey Award, Baze is now first in all-time riding victories.

The Oregon Trail was little more than wagon ruts, and presented the first western travelers with many difficulties and challenges as they journeyed to their new homes.

Halloween is the time of year when children and adults alike can expressive themselves through creative costumes, spooky decorations, and classic Halloween music.

The recipes in this meal plan are missing the gluten, but filled with flavor.

Fast food is not going away. Since it isn't going away, how can it be more sustainable?

More unique ideas for offsite meetings include wine dinners at the Willows Inn on Lummi Island. The San Juan Islands retreat is just minutes from Bellingham, Washington.

From staight forward cookbooks to wine guides- here's a handy list you don't want to go shopping without!

Poverty rates in Washington reach their highest levels in major cities and on Native American reservations.

The eastern Oregon town of Athena, population about 1,300, grows considerably each June as owners of these old motorcycles converge to talk about the good ol' days.

Summer isn't just for swimming or fishing. In the Tri-Cities area of southeastern Washington, it means car shows. From parks to parking lots, it means lots of car shows.

Chances are if you consume wine anywhere in the USA, it came from one of only thirty companies. Does industry consolidation mean consumers are getting the short pour?

For a Washington and Oregon Travel Guide, which also takes in Vancouver, Seattle and Portland, try the new Lonely Planet guidebook to the Pacific Northwest.

A look into the lives and works of several American women who composed in the 19th century.

Multiple Personality Disorder is a rare one in which people have different personalities. Bianchi was intelligent and thought he could feign MPD.

The 50th anniversary of the premature death of Lanza, aged 38, falls on 7th October 2009. Rumour and urban legend still surround the passing of this Hollywood movie star.

In 1879, Spokane and Cheney, Washington, neighboring cummunities contended for the location of the county seat, using elections and the business end of a gun.

Makers of New World Merlot finally get it right.

Previously on The Ruins: Katie found a plunger in her bed. Tonya got sent home for attacking Veronica. The Challengers continued to lose everything, including Danny.

Santa Barbara County is maturing as one of America's premiere winegrowing regions.