Community

A Fair to Remember

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Remember the joy of summers at the Clackamas County Fair and Rodeo? From August 15th to 19th, experience those cherished moments at the Clackamas County Fairgrounds. Enjoy agricultural displays, carnival rides, and thrilling rodeo events, plus performances by talented artists. Executive Director Brian Crow envisions a festival that fosters memories and connects urban and rural communities. With nostalgic features like a rodeo after-party, local art competitions, and themed days, this year’s fair promises to bring back the magic of summers past!

Meet Your Local Heroes

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Community: Ebner’s Custom MeatsBy Angie Helvey, Contributing Writer | Photos by Brittany Jungenberg Summer is in full swing; if you haven’t already, it’s time to break out the barbecue and

Donald Daze Hazelnut Festival

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Hazelnut Hoopla Community: Donald Daze Hazelnut FestivalBy Angie Helvey, Contributing Writer The Pacific Northwest is a unique region with special conditions for growing hazelnuts, also known as filberts. The mild,

Reaching out to families in need

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Love Inc. North Marion county Community: Love Inc.By Patti Jo Brooks, Contributing Writer Did you know that INC in Love INC doesn’t stand for Incorporated? Love “In the Name of

Fresh perspectives from new Youth Council

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Wave of the Future Community: Beaverton Downtown AssociationBy Angie Helvey, Contributing Writer Downtown Beaverton has grown exponentially in recent years, and the Beaverton Downtown Association has been hard at work

What’s That Tune?

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Cool off with Slice of Summer in Wait Park Community: Slice of SummerBy Patti Jo Brooks, Contributing Writer Celebrate Canby’s “Slice of Summer’’ music series every other Sunday this July

Star-Spangled Shindig

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Looking for a fun and exciting way to celebrate Independence Day in a small town? Look no further than Canby! Our community puts on a fantastic show every year, complete with a parade, street fair, live music, and an amazing fireworks display that will leave you in awe. So come on out and join your friends and neighbors for a full day of festivities. We can’t wait to see you there!

Army Combat Engineer and a Pillar of the Community

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Gary Needham Sr. overcame a troubled youth, finding purpose and redemption through military service. His story inspires hope, showing how support and discipline can transform lives. Despite a difficult upbringing, he became a pillar of the community, using his experiences to help rehabilitate troubled youth as a prison guard.

Tiny Drops Making Mighty Ripples

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The 100+ Who Care Alliance in Clackamas County is a testament to the power of collective action, uniting over 100 individuals to donate $100 twice a year, resulting in a $10,000 donation to a local non-profit. Led by Vanessa Zimmerman, the program has exceeded its goal, raising $11,900 at its last event and sharing the surplus with other nominees.

A Snapshot in Time

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Looking back at 1975 via the Canby Herald Local History: Canby DepotBy Dawn Coleman, Canby Historical Society Canby High had decent food on the menu but it sure had a

A woman works with a sewing machine

Stitching Community and Passion Together

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Woodburn Sew & Vac Center has served the community for over 20 years, providing a wide range of sewing, quilting, and embroidery products. Owner Debbie Cobb’s passion for the craft is evident in the store’s offerings, from high-performance vacuums to a captivating selection of machines and accessories. With complimentary one-on-one instruction and a 10% discount on purchases, Woodburn Sew & Vac is the ultimate destination for sewists of all levels.

Pioneering Legacy

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Cora Ann, a powerful woman who was once enslaved, boldly established herself as one of the earliest Black settlers in Linn County, Oregon in 1850. She and her husband John Cox triumphed over legal obstacles and their success as landowners and community influencers in 19th-century Oregon is a testament to their unwavering fortitude.