Whether you’re into off-road trucks, buggies, drifters or rock crawlers, finding the perfect spot to test their limits is half the fun. At Jerrol’s, we carry Traxxas RC vehicles, known for their durability and performance, making them ideal for any adventure. Here are some ideas for landscapes and locations that will elevate your RC experience. 1. Local Parks with Open Fields Wide, open fields are perfect for beginners or anyone wanting to test out a new Traxxas. Look for grassy areas with gentle slopes for some added variety. Parks are also great for setting up makeshift tracks using cones or...

Journaling is NOT my thing, but I love making lists! I make my own “list journal” over and over again. So, I thought I'd show you how I do it.    What you'll need: Blank notebook (I use a graph composition book) Washi tape Favorite pen (I use the Paper Mate Flaire Medium black pen) Favorite markers (I choose 5-6 colors per journal)  Stickers Pretty paper Collage trimmings etc. Glue Packaging tape   1. I like to pick a theme: A favorite picture (off Pinterest) or some pretty paper or I've even picked a style of art I like (art...

1947: Don and Irene Williams build Jerrol’s beside their house on Highway 10, the main road between Eastern Washington and Seattle, now known as University Way. The “Original Store” is a soda fountain/convenience store. The original name is “Jerrol’s Handy Stop.” Products: cold food, coffee, donuts, comic books 1950's: The student population is dominated by WWII veterans attending college on the GI bill. The GI’s support the snack bar into the 1950's with the sale of coffee and cigarettes. Pies are made by local homemakers and sold by the slice. New Products: soda fountain 1954: The “Old Store” is built...

Have you ever felt the urge to pick up a paintbrush or a pencil just to see where your creativity takes you? Whether you’re inspired by sweeping landscapes, colorful abstracts, intricate sketches, or you just want to add something new and personal to your walls, getting started with painting and drawing can be incredibly rewarding. Let’s break it down step by step so you can dive into the world of art with confidence. The Basics: What Supplies Do You Need? Starting your artistic journey doesn’t have to mean breaking the bank. Here’s a quick list of essentials to consider for...

There’s a word that you may have seen pop up more frequently around the winter months and it comes to us all the way from Denmark: hygge (pronounced “hyoo-gah”). This concept is more than just a word though; it’s a way of life that celebrates coziness, contentment, and connection. Here’s what it’s all about. The Origins of Hygge Hygge is a Danish word, but its roots trace back to the Norwegian word for “well-being.” It first appeared in Danish writing in the 19th century and has since become an essential part of Danish culture. While Denmark is known for its...

Shopping for a Traxxas RC as a gift? The Rustler®, Stampede®, and Slash® 2WD models are often our top recommendations for anyone who loves RC cars, especially for those just getting started with Traxxas. These models combine durability with performance and are known for delivering fun straight out of the box without you needing any prior experience handling these RC vehicles. Here’s how to find the perfect one! Why Go with Traxxas 2WD Models? These models are tough, affordable, and easy to repair with widely available parts. They’re designed for both performance and convenience, making them ideal for new drivers....

In a time when communication can be immediate, there’s something magical about opening the mailbox and finding a card addressed just to you. It’s not a bill, not a catalog, not another piece of junk mail. It’s an envelope with your name written in ink, where someone actually took the time to send you something personal. A handwritten card is so simple to put together and send, but still so unfortunately rare these days. When you sit down to write a card, you’re doing more than putting pen to paper. You’re telling someone, "I thought about you. You matter to...

Everyone is an artist in kindergarten. Crayons in hand, construction paper on the table, and imagination running wild. It was natural, no planning had to go into it, no consideration for style or composition... Hands just moved to create for the sake of creating. Without a second thought, we painted, scribbled, and crafted our way through the day. Somewhere along the way, though, many of us stopped. Maybe it was worry that we weren’t good enough, or maybe art projects just got set aside when “life happened.” But creativity never really leaves. It’s still there, waiting for you to pick...

Putting up Fall and Halloween decorations can be time-consuming and generally a pain, and finding the right spot for those bulky boxes each year? That’s another headache. Traditional décor can take up precious storage space, but there’s a simple, creative way to decorate that doesn’t require lugging anything out of storage—window painting! For some pro tips, we asked local painter Allison Carpenter for her suggestions on how to get started! Here’s what she had to recommend: “First I use chalk to sketch out my design on the outside of the window. Then apply a base coat of flat white house...

It’s no secret that college is EXPENSIVE! Every penny counts, so we thought we’d round up a few cost saving ideas to help you stretch your dollar. When I was a college student, my favorite hack was “shopping in my parent’s pantry” when I’d come home on breaks. It worked pretty well, but driving two hours home wasn’t convenient! So, if that method isn’t an option for you, here are some discounts we rounded up. First off, did you know that Utopia Frozen Yogurt and Coffee House offers a 20% off discount on frozen yogurt to CWU students? It’s conveniently...

We’ve all been new to Ellensburg at some point. Whether it was recently, years ago, or at birth, at some point we were each introduced to this peculiar town and piece by piece we started learning what it’s all about. Wind: yep, got it. Plenty of wind always. Wind advisory notices are going to pop up on your phone and at first you’ll probably think that the “50+ miles per hour wind” notification was a mistake or type-o... But did you know that we don’t say “the W word” out loud? It’s our superstition. Saying the W word makes it...

I am thoroughly enjoying Summer! Days are long and there’s not limit to the amount of outdoor fun to be had. The kids and I have been kayaking, biking, hiking, swimming, stuffing our faces with s’mores and staying up way past out collective bed times. Lest you think I’m some kind of mythical super mom, let me confess we’ve also done our fair share of screen time... But, as we hit the last month of our Summer freedom, I’ve noticed stores are starting to stock back-to-school items... *Gulp*... I have two kiddos. My youngest will be going into second grade...