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Upcoming Yamhill County test assures voters their ballots are counted properly
Despite repeated assurances and demonstrations that ballots are being handled appropriately and accurately counted, there remains in America political groups, largely on the right, that continue to call into question ballot security and integrity. Oregon’s mail-in ballot system, begun nearly three decades ago and noted as being reliably safe and accurate, is among those systems to come under fire over the past eight years due in part to former President Donald Trump’s repeated false claims that he was robbed of the 2020 presidential election. ...
OPINION: Bubba King is what's best for Yamhill County
“All politics is local.” This famous quotation tends to mean that the most important motivations directing voters are rooted in local concerns. And, one of the biggest concerns in Yamhill County is the divide between its citizens come election time. I moved here recently from Josephine County, and the politics there are appalling. It’s one of the reasons my husband and I moved here. And we are finding out that politics here is heading in the same direction. ...
Newberg-Dundee school board begins reexamination of Parents Bill of Rights
One of the last officials acts of the conservative members of the Newberg-Dundee school board in late June 2023 was to pass a Parents Bill of Rights. The move came despite board Chair Dave Brown’s defeat in that month’s elections, Brian Shannon’s notice he would not seek reelection and remaining conservative members Trevor DeHart and Renee Powell being subjugated to the minority on the board in a few weeks. As...
April 22 public safety round-up
Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office reports April 16 Zachary Douglas Passalaqua, 18, of Dundee was arrested for second-degree burglary, DUII and first-degree theft. No bail was set and the case remains open. Kinston Patrick Cordell Renegar, 35, of Newberg, was arrested for first-degree sexual abuse. No bail was set and the case remains open. ...
Peace Poles top 100 in Yamhill County with April 24 dedication at PCC
Perhaps you’ve seen them? Bright white four-sided wood boards, about five feet high, with messages of peace in English and other languages adorning each side? They are called Peace Poles and their numbers are growing around the world due to the efforts of local Rotary clubs and other organizations. In fact, in Yamhill County alone it’s believed that the number of Peace Poles sited has hit the century mark. “Give...
April 23 sheriff's office outstanding warrants
Anyone with information on these individuals may call the Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office or its detectives, or the Newberg-Dundee Police Department. The Sheriff’s Office Crime Information tip line is 800-577-1707. Newberg police can be reached at 503538-8321, and Yamhill County detectives can be reached at 503-434-7508. Feb. 8. April 23 - Zviad Eremadz, 60, is wanted on a probation violation for first-degree aggravated theft and fraud. ...
Candidate forum will feature those vying for Yamhill County offices
A trio of local organizations are offering voters an opportunity to get to know the candidates they will see on the ballot for the May primary election. To that end they have slated a candidate forum in Newberg next week. The George Fox Civility Project, Newberg City Club and Newberg/Dundee United as Neighbors will hold the candidate forum from 6:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. May 2 in the Hoover Building on the campus of George Fox University. The event will also be live streamed at...
Gervais School District has found a creative approach to slashing chronic absenteeism rates
GERVAIS, Ore. — Since the pandemic, schools across the country and in Oregon have struggled with chronic absenteeism. A student is chronically absent if they miss more than 10% of school. The problem is common for large and small school districts, as well as districts in rural and urban...
Rules fortified for Woodburn's theater, museum, library
On the heels of heightened concerns about emerging inappropriate behaviors, updated rules of conduct for the Woodburn Public Library, Woodburn Museum and Bungalow Theater are in the works. On April 22 after much deliberation, Woodburn City Council approved the updates, which involved repealing the current code and replacing it with another that is more clearly defined and enforced, including subjecting severe offenders to exclusion from the facilities. Woodburn Community Services Director Jesse Cuomo presented the proposal to council while City Attorney McKenzie Granum explained the...
YCCO slates community baby shower for new, expecting parents
Attention all new and expecting parents: an upcoming event is tailored just for you. The Yamhill Community Care Organization’s (YCCO) Early Learning Hub is hosting a community baby shower from 4 to 7 p.m. May 2 at the Chehalem Cultural Center, 415 E. Sheridan St. in Newberg. Parents and siblings are welcome as well. The event, according to a press release, will provide resources to parents related to pregnancy, childbirth...
OHA to hold public hearing on proposed Kroger, Albertsons merger
The Oregon Health Authority will hold a virtual public hearing this week on the proposed merger between Kroger and Albertsons. Kroger owns Fred Meyer, and Albertsons merged with Safeway in 2015. Fred Meyer and Safeway are Newberg's primary grocery stores, along with a Nap's Thriftway. The hearing will be held from 1-3 p.m. April 24. Representatives from Kroger and Albertsons will be present at the meeting to provide testimony and...
UPDATE: Oregon Highway 99W reopen 1 mile south of Amity after crash
This story was updated at 3:35 p.m. Oregon Route 99W has reopened after a crash closed the highway in both directions about a mile south of Amity on Saturday, according to the Oregon Department of Transportation. ...
Democrats Virginia Stapleton, Keith Haxton face off in primary for House District 21
This is part of a series of stories on the candidates running in the May 21 primary election. Ballots will be mailed to voters May 1. Salem City Councilor Virginia Stapleton and former legislative aide Keith Haxton are running for in the May 21 primary election for Oregon House District 21 which encompasses Keizer and North Salem.
Beloved Oregon author Beverly Cleary still pulls her hometown together
She was just a little girl, barely old enough to go to school, when she left town. Yet author Beverly Cleary spent most of the next 100 years proving that children — especially little girls — can make a big impact. Her hometown of Yamhill was only 25...
Riding tall, riding well: Colton, Molalla equestrians shine in league final
The Molalla and Colton high equestrian teams (OHSET) wrapped up their 2024 Tri River District regular season April 18-21 at the Yamhill County Fairgrounds in McMinnville. Both teams scored over 600 points to finish in the top 3 of the eight-team league that competes in three different categories – large, medium and small. Taylor Thomas led Colton with four individual wins during the competition, while Molalla got individual wins from...
Chemeketa Woodburn to host 16th annual Cinco de Mayo
Chemeketa Community College Woodburn Center will be hosting its 16th annual Cinco de Mayo celebration from Friday through Sunday, May 3 - 5. Events will take place from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday; CCC Woodburn is located at 120 E Lincoln St. This community event features cultural experiences, including history, musical entertainment along with cultural crafts, performances by a...
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