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Bryan M. Vance

I'm Bryan, a journalist and digital strategist based in wet and wonderful Portland, Oregon. I'm also the founder of Stumptown Savings and the Feed Your Curiosity newsletter.


Holiday Lights, Markets & Workshops: The Stumptown Savings Guide to December 2025 Events in Portland

Nov 28, 2025

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16 min read

Holiday Lights, Markets & Workshops: The Stumptown Savings Guide to December 2025 Events in Portland

Embrace Portland’s winter charm! From the dazzling displays at Peacock Lane and the Christmas Ships to dozens of local maker markets and cozy cooking classes, here is your comprehensive schedule for spending December in the Rose City.

The Ground Up: In Oregon's Willamette Valley, This Ambitious Project Is Reimagining What a Farm Can Be

Nov 28, 2025

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11 min read

The Ground Up: In Oregon's Willamette Valley, This Ambitious Project Is Reimagining What a Farm Can Be

It’s a farm, a high-end inn, a restaurant, and a philosophy. The Ground is betting that the only way to fix our food system is to build a new one from the ground up.

The 2025 Portland Holiday Gift Guide: 30+ Local Businesses To Shop This Fall

Nov 24, 2025

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14 min read

The 2025 Portland Holiday Gift Guide: 30+ Local Businesses To Shop This Fall

Skip the big box stores. This year, give a gift that gives back to Portland with our curated guide to the best independent shops, from iconic institutions to hidden gems.

A New Way To Support Stumptown Savings

Nov 22, 2025

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2 min read

A New Way To Support Stumptown Savings

Introducing the Stumptown Savings Store, your new one-stop shop to support our independent mission. Find official merch, unlock $300 in local savings with the Savers Club Card, and more.

Portland Grocery Deals (Nov. 19-27): Load Up On Thanksgiving Essentials

Nov 20, 2025

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11 min read

Portland Grocery Deals (Nov. 19-27): Load Up On Thanksgiving Essentials

Where to get turkeys for a little as $0.39/lb., plus deals on all the Thanksgiving essentials from over 20 Portland-area stores for Nov. 19-27.

Unlock Nearly $300 in Local Deals: The Stumptown Savings' Savers Club Card is Here

Nov 18, 2025

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4 min read

Unlock Nearly $300 in Local Deals: The Stumptown Savings' Savers Club Card is Here

For just $15, the new Stumptown Savings' Savers Club Card unlocks nearly $300 in exclusive, one-time deals at 10 of our favorite Portland businesses. It's the easiest way to save money while supporting the Portland small businesses you love. and discovering new favorites

Portland Grocery Deals (Nov. 12-18): $0.39/lb Turkeys and BOGO Steaks

Nov 13, 2025

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11 min read

Portland Grocery Deals (Nov. 12-18): $0.39/lb Turkeys and BOGO Steaks

Turkey prices hit rock bottom just in time for the holiday season, plus BOGO Tillamook, BOGO steaks, $1.49/lb chicken, and a chance to give back during this time of need.

How Portland Grocery Prices Shifted In October 2025

Nov 12, 2025

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9 min read

How Portland Grocery Prices Shifted In October 2025

The October Portland Price Tracker is here. After analyzing real prices from 20 local stores, including the newly added Basic's Market, a clear trend has emerged: while the overall cost of groceries is only up slightly, prices at the individual store and item level are shifting dramatically.

How Portland Teachers Use Meal Planning and Gardening To Stay On Budget

Nov 11, 2025

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14 min read

How Portland Teachers Use Meal Planning and Gardening To Stay On Budget

This week, we join Katy, a fifth-grade teacher in the Foster-Powell neighborhood, as she navigates a busy week of fermenting kombucha, baking sourdough, and balancing a stocked pantry with a love for the local restaurant scene.

Help Us Feed Seniors + Portland Grocery Deals Through Nov. 11

Nov 6, 2025

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11 min read

Help Us Feed Seniors + Portland Grocery Deals Through Nov. 11

This week, we're sharing an opportunity to volunteer with Meals on Wheels People to help feed seniors during this critical time. Plus, find all the best deals on groceries from around Portland, including $0.99/lb. grapes, BOGO Foster Farms chicken, and more.

As Federal Support Falters, Portland-Area Grocers Pitch In to Help Avert Hunger Crisis

Nov 5, 2025

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6 min read

As Federal Support Falters, Portland-Area Grocers Pitch In to Help Avert Hunger Crisis

With SNAP benefits in jeopardy, Portland-area families face an uncertain fall. See how local and national grocers like Market of Choice, Fubonn, and Albertsons are stepping in with direct cash aid, strategic partnerships, and creative programs to fight a growing food crisis.

Your Portland Thanksgiving Playbook: A Guide to a Stress-Free Feast

Nov 5, 2025

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9 min read

Your Portland Thanksgiving Playbook: A Guide to a Stress-Free Feast

Your complete guide to ordering a delicious, stress-free Thanksgiving dinner in Portland, from full supermarket meals and local farm turkeys to the city's best pies.

How a Sabin Family of 4 Manages a $250/Week Grocery Budget

Nov 4, 2025

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9 min read

How a Sabin Family of 4 Manages a $250/Week Grocery Budget

With a parent who travels frequently for work and two young kids, this NE Portland family relies on themed meal nights to reduce stress and stick to their budget.

147 Members Strong — And How We’re Giving Back
LockSimple

Nov 2, 2025

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7 min read

147 Members Strong — And How We’re Giving Back

A behind-the-scenes look at how Stumptown Savings is doing, and why reader support is vital to it continuing.

Judges Order SNAP Funding Restored, But Portland Emergency Fund Still Needed to Bridge Gap

Oct 31, 2025

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5 min read

Judges Order SNAP Funding Restored, But Portland Emergency Fund Still Needed to Bridge Gap

As the ongoing government shutdown threatens to halt November SNAP benefits, the Farmers Market Fund has created a safety net to ensure everyone can still use Double Up Food Bucks at Oregon markets, even with a zero balance.

An Urgent SNAP Crisis Looms — Plus This Week's Must-Have Grocery Deals

Oct 30, 2025

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10 min read

An Urgent SNAP Crisis Looms — Plus This Week's Must-Have Grocery Deals

With SNAP benefits for 750,000 Oregonians at risk, here's how we can help each other — starting with free Savers Club memberships to those in need and the best grocery deals across Portland.

From Harvest to Holidays: The Stumptown Savings Guide to November 2025 Events in Portland

Oct 30, 2025

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16 min read

From Harvest to Holidays: The Stumptown Savings Guide to November 2025 Events in Portland

Get ready for November in Portland! Our massive, curated list covers everything from Thanksgiving farmers markets and holiday cooking classes to free tree lightings and local craft fairs. Plan your month and find your next adventure right here.

Stumptown Savings' Mission Just Got Bigger: How We're Meeting the Moment

Oct 29, 2025

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5 min read

Stumptown Savings' Mission Just Got Bigger: How We're Meeting the Moment

In response to the looming SNAP crisis, Stumptown Savings is offering free Savers Club memberships to anyone who needs one. Here’s the story behind this decision, and how we can face this moment together.

We Tested 7 Store-Brand Vanilla Ice Creams: The Winner Was Clear

Oct 29, 2025

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11 min read

We Tested 7 Store-Brand Vanilla Ice Creams: The Winner Was Clear

Is a premium price tag worth it when it comes to this unsung hero of the dessert world? We blind-tasted vanilla ice cream from Costco, Trader Joe's, New Seasons, and more to find the undisputed store-brand champion of taste, texture, and value.

How a Montavilla Mom Navigates a Week of Unexpected Meal Plan Changes

Oct 28, 2025

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14 min read

How a Montavilla Mom Navigates a Week of Unexpected Meal Plan Changes

A heatwave, four grocery trips, and a busted meal plan. See how a Portland radio DJ handled a chaotic week of shopping at WinCo and Trader Joe's, and get her go-to recipes for crispy tofu, and curry chicken salad.

Inflation Cooled Nationally, But Why Does it Still Feel Hot in Portland?

Oct 24, 2025

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5 min read

Inflation Cooled Nationally, But Why Does it Still Feel Hot in Portland?

Is the latest inflation news good news? Well, it depends on where you live.

Portland Grocery Deals (Oct. 22-28): $0.99/lb. Chicken & Bone-in Turkey Breast

Oct 23, 2025

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12 min read

Portland Grocery Deals (Oct. 22-28): $0.99/lb. Chicken & Bone-in Turkey Breast

This week's Portland-area grocery deals are all about fall comfort, with big savings on roasts, apples, pumpkins, and pantry staples. Plus, I need your help building a local holiday gift guide!

Navigating Food Assistance in Oregon and SW Washington

Oct 21, 2025

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14 min read

Navigating Food Assistance in Oregon and SW Washington

With the cost of groceries on the rise and federal food support under threat, stretching your food budget is more important than ever. Discover how to leverage food assistance programs, shop strategically, and find the best senior discounts.

Portland Grocery Deals (Oct. 15-21): Rock-Bottom Potatoes & $5 Lobster Tails

Oct 16, 2025

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12 min read

Portland Grocery Deals (Oct. 15-21): Rock-Bottom Potatoes & $5 Lobster Tails

This week's best Portland grocery deals include potatoes for 49 cents a pound, wild-caught lobster tails for $5 each, and BOGO deals on local Tillamook cheese and Dave's Killer Bread.

Which Is Cheaper, Costco or WinCo? I Tracked Prices To Find Out

Oct 15, 2025

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2 min read

Which Is Cheaper, Costco or WinCo? I Tracked Prices To Find Out

The September Portland Price Tracker is here. I break down the data from 19 stores, revealing the budget champions, the most volatile items, and whether a Costco membership can beat WinCo’s price dominance.

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