From gentle trickles to bird-friendly basins, here’s how garden fountains are bringing calm vibes—and smoke-free comfort—to outdoor gatherings. If you haven’t heard of the term sparden or spa-den yet, ...

A newly-installed drinking fountain adds a classy touch to a West Salem neighborhood, but for Marvin Sannes it's also a parable about bureaucracy. Sannes' nearly two-and-a-half year effort to have a ...