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Estacada's Springwater Grange plans Reader’s Theater performances
The Springwater Players, a group of Springwater Grangers and community members will be holding a Reader’s Theater Production of Agatha Christie’s “And Then There Were None” on Saturday, Oct. 12, and Sunday, Oct. 13, at the Grange hall at 24591 S. Wallens Road, Estacada. Saturday night will be a dinner theater with dinner at 7 p.m. and show at 7:45 p.m. Served will be pulled pork sandwiches, coleslaw, apple crisp and beverages for $15 per person. Sunday’s matinee will be at 2 p.m. on the 13th for $10 per person. Cookies will be served during a break. Tickets will be sold at the door. What is Reader’s Theater? According to Wikipedia it “is a style of theater in which the actors do not memorize their lines. Actors use only vocal expression (and occasional props) to help the audience understand the story rather than visual storytelling such as sets, costumes, intricate blocking and movement.”
Lower Eagle Creek on Clackamas River closed to angling though Oct. 31
The lowest reach of Eagle Creek in the Clackamas basin is closed to angling effective Sept. 27 through Oct. 31 to provide coho with a safe resting area during current low flows. The closure is from Southeast Dowty Road downstream to the Clackamas River confluence. Early light rain followed by hot, dry weather caused good numbers of coho to migrate out of the Clackamas mainstem into lower Eagle Creek. ...
Rainbow Campground, trail reopen along Upper Clackamas River
Rainbow Campground and Riverside Trail reopened Sept. 13, marking a significant milestone for being the first and only campground that has opened along the Upper Clackamas River corridor since the 2020 Riverside Fire that spread across 138,054 acres. The fire destroying or severely damaging 26 campgrounds and day-use sites, 24 trailheads and 37 trails on the Mt. Hood National Forest east of Estacada. The rebuilding of Rainbow Campground, partially funded...
Q&A: Estacada council candidate Jon Dolezal promises oversight of rapid growth
In the upcoming November election, Estacada’s voters will select three city councilors from a field of five candidates. Unlike other communities, Estacada asks all candidates to run independently, with the top three vote-getters emerging from the election as the winners. The candidates in the race are Vincent Bellomo, Michael Crossett, Jon Dolezal, Jonathan Metcalf and Scott Staudt. ...
Estacada football ready for ‘reset’ after loss to Pendleton
The word of the day for Estacada football is “reset.” That is the beauty of high school ball. You can lose every preseason game (or give up nearly 250 yards to an opposing rusher) and still get into playoffs by coming alive during league play. That is what the Rangers coaches, players and faithful keep reminding themselves after another lopsided loss. ...
Week 4 scoreboard: 2024 Oregon high school football
The 2024 Oregon high school football season is in full swing for 2024 as week four continues many teams' league play and the start of others'. Another week means teams across the state will be in getting in on the action between Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and we've got you covered on final scores. Bookmark this tab and stay tuned for final scores throughout the three nights from across the...
Oregon high school football state tournament projections after week four
We're only four weeks into the Oregon high school football season, but it's never too early to think about the playoffs, right? Here, we take a look at which teams are currently in position to make the postseason if the season were to end today using the playoff qualifications outlined by the OSAA. Class 6A is broken into two brackets once again this year, but with a bit of a...
ESTACADA COUNCIL ELECTION Q&A: Staudt committed to preserving small-town charm
In the upcoming November election, Estacada’s voters will select three city councilors from a field of five candidates. Unlike other communities, Estacada asks all council candidates – excluding the mayor — to run independently, with the top three vote-getters emerging from the election as the winners. The candidates in the race are Vincent Bellomo, Michael Crossett, Jon Dolezal, Jonathan Metcalf and Scott Staudt. ...
Fewer volunteers mushrooms into cancelation of Estacada Festival of the Fungus
The Estacada Fungus Association announced today, Thursday, Sept. 26, that its 2024 Estacada Festival of the Fungus, usually held the first Saturday of November, has been canceled. “Despite last year’s event being a success, the EFA board has decided to postpone the festival until next year to give it a more solid footing. We’ve been pretty shorthanded,” said Nolene Triska, a founder of the organization. “However, things are looking up.” Connie Redmond, festival director, said plans for 2025 include more food offerings, mushroom ID classes and microscopy, along with the usual cohort of fungus-themed vendors, truffle dog and mushroom dyeing demos, art show, children’s activities and gift basket raffles that have drawn several hundred attendees each year. Check the organization’s website, estacadafungusassociation.com, for further updates.
UPDATED: Sheriff's department locates missing person in Clackamas County
UPDATE: Penelope Stanley was found at 7:47 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 25. Clackamas County Sheriff deputies located Stanley in the Mount Hood National Forest after a community member recognized the vehicle Stanley was believed to be driving and contacted police. Stanley was located a "short distance" from the vehicle, according to a social media post by the Washington County Sheriff's office. Stanley was taken to a local hospital after being...
UPDATED: Sheriff's department locates missing person in Clackamas County
UPDATE: Penelope Stanley was found at 7:47 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 25. Clackamas County Sheriff deputies located Stanley in the Mount Hood National Forest after a community member recognized the vehicle Stanley was believed to be driving and contacted police. Stanley was located a "short distance" from the vehicle, according to a social media post by the Washington County Sheriff's office. Stanley was taken to a local hospital after being...
UPDATED: Sheriff's department locates missing person in Clackamas County
UPDATE: Penelope Stanley was found at 7:47 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 25. Clackamas County Sheriff deputies located Stanley in the Mount Hood National Forest after a community member recognized the vehicle Stanley was believed to be driving and contacted police. Stanley was located a "short distance" from the vehicle, according to a social media post by the Washington County Sheriff's office. Stanley was taken to a local hospital after being...
Senior-friendly interior renovations
Home is where the heart is. That sentiment may be especially true for seniors who have spent decades living in their homes. A lot of hard work goes into home ownership, and seniors who have lived in the same space for a while undoubtedly have countless memories within the walls of their homes. A lifetime of experiences in a home can make it hard to leave, but many seniors experience...
For Art's Sake: Clackamas CC presents 'The Faculty Show' exhibition
The Alexander Gallery presents “The Faculty Show,” a group exhibition of works by Clackamas Community College faculty that runs through Dec. 6. An artist’s reception will be held Thursday, Oct. 17, from noon to 1 p.m. “The Faculty Show” features artwork by CCC instructors including, David Raphael Andersen, Nora Brodnicki, Mark Devendorf, Smith Eliot, Junko Iijima, Rachel Kalman, Donald Olsen, Mandee Schroer, Charles Siegfried, Kate Simmons, Brenden Thwing, Natalie Warrens...
COLUMN | Milkweed + Honey: The great pumpkins
At a recent gathering, someone mentioned a decorative pumpkin would be the wrong type for baking into a pie, as the flavor would be off. Another voice piped up, confused and rather skeptical: “There’s more than one kind of pumpkin?” This question befuddled me, as I am the type of person to review, highlight, and tab seed catalogs as if they were my doctoral dissertation. The spring Territorial Seed Company catalog had a selection of about 15 varieties. Every corn maze has a kaleidoscope of...
Nissan delivers a sports car for the ages with the Nismo Z
In the fall of 1969, Nissan Motor Company delivered the first 240Z sports cars to America under its "Datsun" brand. The effect was instantaneous and breathtaking. With one car, Nissan had launched itself into the top tier of sports car makers. Now 55 years later, the 2024 Nismo Z brings back the same intoxicating sports car joy of the original, only with dramatically more power and handling. A bit of explanation is necessary, though. "Nismo" is short for Nissan Motorsports International, which produces ultra-high-performance versions...
Estacada baseball’s banner fundraiser to construct new press box/locker room
Estacada baseball is swinging for the fences with an exciting update to a field that would match the growing success of the program. The Rangers are kickstarting their fundraising campaign early to get everything ready for what expects to be a big 2025 season for the program. Right now, the varsity field is getting some renovations, which includes the construction of a two-story press box behind home plate. The upper...
Visit the Gresham/Sandy/Estacada-area's Great Pumpkin (patches)
While all the other Peanuts were enjoying those Halloween festivities, in Gresham, Sandy and Estacada, the vibe aligns more with Linus. How could you not forgo the party to wait in the pumpkin patch for the mythical Great Pumpkin? If the legendary gourd is going to show up anywhere, it would be at one of the amazing local patches set for lots of fall fun. Liepold Farms and Hemphill Farms...
Portland Diamond Project signs letter of intent to buy Zidell Yards on Portland waterfront
The latest chapter in the MLB PDX movement is here with the Portland Diamond Project announcing it has signed a letter of intent to purchase Zidell Yards on Portland’s South Waterfront to potentially be used for a baseball stadium. The purchase includes 33 acres of land south of downtown Portland in what is currently owned by ZRZ Real Estate. There will be a 120-day due diligence period and then a timeframe of 42 months to make the purchase. ...
Final taste of summer, Portland area slides into 90s for Tuesday
Summer heat finds its way back to the Pacific Northwest for Tuesday, Sept. 24, as highs return to the low 90s around Portland. A sun-cloud mix won’t stop temperatures from soaring in the afternoon and evening. The early autumn heat up isn’t expected to break records for Portland, but it is unseasonably late. The high heat is short-lived. A nearly 20-degree temperature drop is expected from Tuesday afternoon to Wednesday. A cold front will increase Oregon and Washington’s cloud coverage Wednesday. Rain comes into the picture Wednesday afternoon thanks to a dying atmospheric river. KOIN 6 News is a partner of this publication. Find the original story here.
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