YCAP IN ACTION: A new chapter for youth services in Newberg
For more than two decades, Yamhill Community Action Partnership has operated a youth drop-in center here in Newberg. It’s a place where teens can connect with caring adults and access services in times of need. This fall, we begin a new chapter — one that will offer young people...
J&J Amusements celebrates 50 years of fun, innovation, and safety
SALEM, Oregon — J&J Amusements, a leader in the design and manufacturing of high-quality family entertainment attractions, proudly marks its 50th anniversary in 2025. Since opening its doors in 1975, the company has been at the forefront of creating safe, innovative, durable go-karts, bumper boats, batting cages, and...
Oregon State Edge Coach Kharyee Marshall Stays Poised, Optimistic About 2025
Yesterday, Oregon State edge coach Kharyee Marshall spoke with the media. Here is our piece spotlighting his top quotes.
Episode 1: Features Successful Business Owner Lexi Mckay
In this inspiring interview, Lexi Mckay, founder of Style House and Co., opens up about her journey to becoming a young female business owner in Salem, Oregon. Driven by her desire to achieve success early and take advantage of financial freedom before starting a family, Lexi shares what motivated her to launch her...
Bounty of the Willamette Featuring Élevée Winegrowers
Bounty of the Willamette is a complimentary tasting series offered at The Allison Inn & Spa. Stop by the lobby on Thursdays between 3:30-5:30 p.m. to sample featured Willamette Valley wines, beers or spirits, and meet knowledgeable experts from each winery, brewery or distillery. About Élevée Winegrowers. Élevée...
Registration open for OSU’s annual Small Farm School
Then join the Small Farm School Wednesday, Sept. 10, at Clackamas Community College. The day will have 34 sessions for beginning and experienced farmers, as well as small-acreage landowners. Then annual, full-day event is filled with hands-on workshops and classroom sessions. Now in its 14th year, the Small Farm...
Newberg will use smoke to search for sewer system leaks
Tests beginning in late August will look for leaks and defects in system. City of Newberg officials advise residents not to be alarmed if they see smoke emanating from their roof vents or the ground around their homes: It’s only the city testing its sewer system. The tests, slated...
Salem Man, 24, Drowns in Molalla River Near Canby Despite Rescue Efforts
A 24-year-old Salem man tragically lost his life on Sunday after drowning in the Molalla River near Canby. Enrique Hernandez-Hernandez was swimming close to Canby Community Park when he went underwater and did not resurface, prompting calls for emergency services at around 7:40 p.m., as reported by KOIN. Despite the...
Marion County approves expansion of boundaries around Aurora State Airport
The long-contested expansion of businesses surrounding the Aurora State Airport took a step forward when the Marion County Commissioners voted 3-0 on Aug. 13 to expand the airport boundary. That expansion would allow the “church camp” — the property that borders Aurora State Airport — to be developed into hangars,...
City says it seeks speed camera clarification
Albany city officials are scrambling to clear up questions about the school zone speed cameras on North Albany Road. But they say signs warning drivers of photo enforcement there were placed in compliance with state law. At Wednesday’s city council meeting, Councilor Steph Newton reported she had measured distances...