Reaching out to families in need
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
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
Navigating the Probate Process in Oregon
LEGAL LENS Presented by Reif & HunsakerBy James M. Hunsaker Probate can be defined as the court supervised process of transferring the assets of a deceased person to their heirs
Building dreams brick-by-brick
Rebuild, Reuse, Reimagine! Business Feature: Bricks and MinifigsBy Dennis McNabb, Contributing Writer | Photos by Brittany Jungenberg LEGO®: Just the brand name alone brings a smile to our faces. It
Understanding risk tolerance
FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) Business: Money MattersBy Founder and Managing Member Christian Kruse, CFP® Despite the unease many of us feel due to inflation and the high cost of
Food, beer and family fun in Hubbard
Cheers to 50 Years Community: Hubbard Hop FestBy Andria Young, Hubbard Hop Festival Summer is right around the corner, and that means it’s almost time for the Hubbard Hop Festival!
What’s That Tune?
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
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!
Dubbs Tavern: The Family Legacy Continues
Since Tracie took the reins last year, she has put her heart and soul into honoring the legacy her family built while subtly making some small improvements and upgrades to carry them over the next 60 years.
Pizza and Beer!
Odd Moe’s Pizza in Salem and Keizer is collaborating with the Salem Capitals basketball team and Kicking-Cancer organization to offer new craft beers and a hard cider. Customers can enjoy Shoot the J for IPA, Ox Box Lime Lager, and Community Culture Salem Cider while catching a game at the Salem Armory. Odd Moe’s will also feature a variety of delicious food options, including pasta bowls, chicken strips, and their signature Northwest-style pizza.
Take It to the Stage
Chapel Theatre is the premier venue in the area for all varieties of performance-based artistic expression. Founded in 2018 by Corinn and Illya deTorres, the theatre fosters an inclusive and welcoming community, celebrating diversity and the arts. With a range of shows, classes, and events, Chapel Theatre offers something for everyone in the Milwaukie area.
Army Combat Engineer and a Pillar of the Community
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.
Legacy of the Land
In 1907, the Heilman family farm in Oregon City hosted a momentous barn raising, where the community gathered to build a magnificent post and beam structure. Over a century later, the farm was reacquired by the Heilman’s descendants, the Keysers, who transformed it into Merrywood Farm, a beloved Christmas tree destination for generations of families.
Tiny Drops Making Mighty Ripples
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.