Living Local with Bajun

Kelly's Bar and Grill in Newport, Washington.

Bajun Mavalwalla in Newport in front of the Big Wheel and his campaign pickup.

I thought I was recording YET ANOTHER clever video out by the big wheel in Newport, but I already had my beer and was sitting at my table by the time I noticed that I forgot to switch to “video.”

It’s a good thing that I’m just running for Congress and not vying for an academy award.

Bajun Mavalwalla at Kelly's Bar & Grill in Newport, WA.

Kelly's Bar & Grill is an institution here in Newport. I’ve enjoyed several of the establishments here in town—last time I was at the new Indian restaurant (yes, it passed muster). But this is my first time here and it’s a charming place and the staff are very friendly.

A beer at Kelly's Bar & Grill in Newport, WA.

Our district has SO many great restaurants and small businesses, museums and sites to see that I feel lucky to have the opportunity to come and meet people and visit these communities. It’s an honor that folks take the time out to share their thoughts with me, and it makes me feel like a welcome neighbor.

The menu cover of Kelly's Bar & Gril in Newport, Washington