Author: Ryan Koch

Ryan Koch, a Portland, Oregon native, was born in Northeast Portland, raised in Tualatin and St. Paul, and now calls the scenic countryside of Beavercreek, OR, home. With diverse academic achievements, including degrees in Exercise Science/Kinesiology, Website Design, and Business Administration, Ryan’s passion for writing has been a consistent thread since his elementary school days. After winning numerous writing awards in high school, he pursued writing and literature as a minor alongside each of his degree paths. As a dedicated freelancer, Ryan has continued to hone his craft whenever time allows. His deep-rooted knowledge of the Northwest, combined with his business acumen and familiarity with every corner of the region, brings invaluable expertise to his role as an Editor for Willamette Weekly. As a last note - Ryan wanted us to say for him..."GO DUCKS!!!!"
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Harvester Taproom in St. Paul, Oregon, offers local flavors and honors Austin Smith’s legacy

Ryan Koch

From left to right: Manijeh Ernst, Ed Charron, Lisa Smith, Kim Stone, and Bruce Ernst stand in front of the Harvester Taproom in St. Paul, Oregon. The taproom honors the memory of Austin Smith, a farmer and firefighter who passed away before its completion. Bruce Ernst owns the establishment, which he developed alongside Austin Smith and Ed Charron. Manijeh Ernst is Bruce’s wife, Lisa Smith is Austin’s mother, and Kim Stone serves as the controller for the taproom.