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Familiarity with inn and valley inspire new Freestone manager

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Petra Kellie says she “kind of fell into” her new job as general manager of the Freestone Inn in Mazama. Kellie took over in late September after previous managers Chris Miller and JoAnna Howard took a job at a resort in the Bahamas.

Since stepping into her new role, Kellie has been busy managing six departments and 20 employees, as well as staffing up for the busy holiday season.

“I’m still learning my job as I go along,” Kellie said. Kellie has worked at the Freestone Inn, in various departments, since 2014 when she was hired as a server. The Freestone opened for business in 1996.

Methow Valley holiday entertainment and events roundup

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Here’s a quick roundup of events over the next couple of weeks. They are free unless otherwise noted. Cello recital Stephanie Strong, a student of Pam Hunt, will offer a free cello recital on Saturday (Dec. 23) at Community Covenant Church in Twisp, starting at 1 p.m. She will be accompanied by pianist Linda Mendro. […]

Freestone Inn unveils new bistro, bar

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By Don Nelson The Freestone Inn’s fireplace lobby and dining room have a new look, new menus, new drinks and an even greater emphasis on drawing local residents out to the far end of the valley. The dining room has been renamed Sandy Butte Bistro, and features a cozy new bar where the library used […]

Freestone Inn’s new managers reaching out to community

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By Don Nelson Chris Miller and JoAnna “JoJo” Howard had a Methow moment the first time they saw the valley and the Freestone Inn. “We couldn’t even believe it,” Howard said. “This area is stunning.” “When we came over that pass for the first time,” Miller said, the husband-and-wife team knew without a doubt that […]