Bob Antone’s North Bend
Nestled in the shadow of Mount Si, North Bend is a town with deep roots, rugged charm, and no shortage of character. In this episode of What’s Your Washington?, we sit down with North Bend native Bob Antone—a storyteller, artist, and lifelong local who brings the spirit of this mountain town to life.
Bob’s stories are equal parts heartwarming and humorous. He kicks things off by sharing a few tongue-in-cheek slogans he’s imagined for North Bend over the years—catchy, clever, and just offbeat enough to capture the local flavor. It’s this blend of wit and insight that makes Bob’s voice feel so authentically Northwest.
But the conversation isn’t just about laughs. Bob looks back on the days when timber sports festivals brought the community together with axe-throwing, log-rolling, and a celebration of the town’s working-class heritage. It’s a part of North Bend’s identity that still lingers in its culture today.
We also venture into winter territory, as Bob imagines a local snowstorm survival crew—a ragtag team of locals who know just how to handle a power outage, a foot of snow, and maybe even deliver coffee while they’re at it. It’s a light-hearted tribute to the resilience and creativity of small-town life.
Through it all, Bob reminds us why places like North Bend matter—not just for their scenery, but for the stories and people that shape them.
If you’ve ever driven past Mount Si, visited Twede’s Café, or wandered the trails nearby, this episode will give you one more reason to fall in love with North Bend.
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