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Student representatives added to Newberg-Dundee school board
There are three new members on the Newberg-Dundee school board, and they appear decidedly younger than the elected directors of the school district’s leading body. Newberg High School students Sienna Hansen, Oliver Kolbet and Katelyn Nummelin were selected to become student representatives on the board in mid-June. While the student representatives do not have voting power on the board, they are on hand to observe the meeting and can weigh in on agenda items. ...
Yamhill County Fair names its ambassadors
A quartet of young women has been chosen to represent the Yamhill County Fair & Rodeo for the next 12 months. Emma Matthiesen, Madison Gregor, Chloe Bingman and Anna Baumholtz were chosen by the organization’s board of directors from a pool of Yamhill County high school students. Each was awarded a $1,000 scholarship to a college or university of their choice as part of their appointment. The scholarships are provided by sponsors Cascade Steel Rolling Mills, Kit Johnston Farms, United Steelworkers Union and the Yamhill...
Part of Tualatin River Greenway Trail completed behind Roamer's Rest RV Park
One more section of the Tualatin River Greenway Trail is now complete — a 12-foot-wide concrete portion that spans one-half mile — constructed behind River Ridge Apartments and Roamers Rest RV Park off of Highway 99W. During a recent tour, Rich Mueller, Tualatin’s park planning and development manager, said the new segment runs from the back of the apartments, heading northeast as it passes the RV park before leading underneath Highway 99W and ending on Hazelbrook Road at Hazelbrook Middle School. ...
Officials warn of measles exposures at 3 stores in Marion County
The Oregon Health Authority warned Friday of potential measles exposures in Marion County after nine cases have been reported since June 17. OHA identified three locations in Marion County where people may have been exposed to the measles on Wednesday, July 17: ...
Former Oregon high school track and field coach files lawsuit after dispute over transgender athlete law
A former high school coach is taking legal action against the school district that terminated him after he proposed a different competitive division for transgender athletes.
Tigard to ban overnight camping at the library because of 'risk to children, families'
While Tigard once had one of the least restrictive ordinances of Washington County cities when it came to where homeless individuals could stay overnight, that will change on July 29. That’s when camping at the Tigard Public Library will be banned due to recent behaviors there — specifically visible drug use. Two other city properties will be effected by a new ordinance as well. “So some of those behaviors that...
Excited for the locks to reopen? It’s fun to think about, but still a ways off
Imagine kayaking with friends on the Willamette River between Wilsonville and Portland. Right now, you can only daydream about the adventure because it has not actually been possible since the Willamette Falls Locks closed in 2011. But the Willamette Falls Locks Authority hopes this type of activity could soon be a reality once again. Since it was formed by the Oregon Legislature in 2021, the authority has worked with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the longtime owner and operator of the locks, to repair...
Fiesta participant to perform in Salem
When the Englewood Forest Festival strikes up from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, in northeast Salem, a little piece of the Woodburn Fiesta Mexicana will be part of the event. The annual Salem event takes place each summer on the wooded grounds in the 1200 block of 19th St. NE, adjacent to Englewood Elementary School. The dancers of Ballet Folklorico Gueleguetza have been a mainstay at this event, and they have been a part of their local Woodburn Fiesta parade as well. ...
Great Oregon Steam-Up rolls into town
BROOKS – The Great Oregon Steam-Up is rolling into Brooks for its annual show, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 27-28 and Aug. 3-4, at Powerland Heritage Park, 3995 Brooklake Road NE (Brooks I-5 exit 263). This 2024 edition of the Steam-Up marks its 54th year, as the family-friendly outing has officially donned an Oregon Heritage Tradition title and become a popular mid -Willamette Valley attraction for decades. Organizers said all 14 museums on the property will be open for the event. ...
Ivy Street: Work has begun on expanding road, other add-ons
Clackamas County has begun work on the Ivy Street bike lane, lighting, and sidewalk projects. The plan is to widen Ivy Street to three lanes, add bicycle lanes and sidewalks between 1st Avenue and Philander Lee Elementary School, as well as add street lighting and install a signal at the Township Road intersection. South Ivy Street connects downtown Canby to schools, parks, and surrounding residential neighborhoods. As an important connection,...
Canby Fire tabs new chief as Davis prepares to retire
The Canby Fire Board recently appointed Deputy Chief Matt Dale as the next fire chief at Canby Fire District #62. Dale will step in for Chief Jim Davis, who is retiring on Dec. 16 after 51 years of professional service. “It is an honor to be hired as the fire chief for our community and I am excited to continue my career with all the members of the Canby Fire...
Greenburg Road on-ramp to northbound Highway 217 to close for a week
Starting at 6 a.m. on Monday, July 29, the Greenburg Road on-ramp to northbound OR 217 will close for a week until 5 a.m., Monday, Aug. 5. During this closure, Oregon Department of Transportation crews will reconfigure the ramp to ensure it connects to the new, future auxiliary lane. The auxiliary lane is expected to reduce congestion when it opens in 2025 by giving drivers more space and time to merge safely. The suggested detour route is to take the Greenburg Road on-ramp to head southbound on OR 217 and use the OR 99W interchange to return to northbound OR 217. Visit tripcheck.com to confirm any changes.
Wilsonville resident Anne Shevlin is running for City Council
Wilsonville resident Anne Shevlin is one of four people running for a position on City Council this November, as of Thursday, July 25. The terms of three council members will end this year, including Mayor Julie Fitzgerald, Council President Kristin Akervall and Councilor Joann Linville. Fitzgerald is ineligible to run for reelection due to term limits. The filing deadline is Aug. 20. ...
Wilsonville resident Rob Candrian is running for Mayor
Wilsonville resident Rob Candrian is running to be the city’s next mayor. As of Thursday, July 25, three candidates have filed to run for mayor. The term of current Mayor Julie Fitzgerald will end this year, and she is ineligible to run for reelection due to term limits. Shawn O’Neil and Glenn Lancaster have also announced that they will run for mayor. The filing deadline is Aug. 20. ...
Wilsonville Spokesman wins 13 awards in state journalism contest
The Wilsonville Spokesman took home 13 awards in the 2024 Better Newspapers Contest organized by the Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association. The honors included recognition for reporting, photography, design, special sections and more. To be eligible, entries had to be from the calendar year of 2023. “We do our jobs to serve the community, not win awards,” said Wilsonville Spokesman editor Patrick Malee. “But it is always nice to be reminded...
This night market goes where Oregon’s Asian population is: Washington County
This weekend at The Round in Beaverton, about 150 vendors representing a range of Asian identities will gather for the city’s first Legendary Makers Market, offering Himalayan dumplings, baked goods with Korean and Vietnamese influences, Japanese crafts and origami and much more. The three-day festival, expected to draw thousands,...
Beaverton Community Expo set for this weekend
Dozens of Beaverton businesses will congregate in one place this weekend, giving residents a convenient opportunity to get to know the city’s business scene while they stock up at the farmer’s market. The Beaverton Community Expo will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, July 27, at the City Fountain Park, located at 12500 S.W. Fourth St. next to the Beaverton Farmer’s Market. This year, young entrepreneurs aged 6-17 will also have booths where they will sell handcrafted items. The event is hosted by the Beaverton Chamber of Commerce. Editor's note: This story has been updated to correct the date of the event to Saturday, July 27.
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