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Visit Bend hires Jeff Knapp, former president of Visit McMinnville, as its new CEO after nationwide search
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Visit Bend Board of Directors announced Thursday that it has hired Jeff Knapp, former CEO and President of Visit McMinnville, as its new CEO after a national search. Knapp begins work in Bend on June 10. Known for his emphasis on the promotion and development...
Cornelius/Forest Grove's six most expensive homes sold, May 6-12
A house in Cornelius that sold for $590,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Cornelius/Forest Grove in the past week. In total, seven residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $523,089. The average price per square foot ended up at $302.
OPINION: King supported schools; support him for commissioner
There’s an ardent Newberg school supporter on the May 21 ballot for Yamhill County Commissioner. David “Bubba” King and wife Sarah are proud parents of two Ewing Young students. Bubba’s active involvement in the election of five new school board members and his long-held belief community match core values in our work of rebuilding Newberg’s School Community. Thank you for your support of the five candidates elected to the Newberg School Board last May. They are making a difference. If you have not returned your ballot yet, we encourage you to do so and give Bubba King your vote.
Hillsboro Farmers' Markets return for 2024 season, launch new Reed's Crossing market
With summer just around the corner, the Hillsboro Farmers’ Markets are back for another trip around the sun, with the addition of a new weekly event. Every Saturday, Main Street in downtown Hillsboro transforms into an open air-market brimming with fresh fruits, crisp vegetables and live music. On Sundays, community members can also pick up local produce and artisan goods in Orenco Station. Adding to the yearly tradition, organizers launched...
Judge confirms that former Newberg school board members must reimburse district for legal fees
A Yamhill County judge’s finding that one current and three former members of the Newberg school board violated state law, and that they are responsible for the economic damage wrought by their actions, was finalized in early May. Judge Cynthia Easterday confirmed her January decision that former board Chair Dave Brown, former Vice Chair Brian Shannon, former board member Renee Powell and current board member Trevor DeHart violated public meeting laws when they took steps in 2021 to hire Canby attorney Tyler Smith as supplemental...
King holds slight advantage in funds as election day looms
With six days remaining until voters must submit their ballots for the May 21 primary election, the contenders for Position 2 on the Yamhill County Board of Commissioners continue to raise the money they will hope land them in office. As of May 15, David “Bubba” King had slightly edged incumbent Lindsay Berschauer in campaign funds, according to OreStar. The Oregon Secretary of State’s campaign and expenditure reporting system tallies campaign contributions and expenditures for races ranging from city councils to state offices. ...
Sherwood's nine most expensive homes sold, April 29 - May 12
A house that sold for $2.3 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Sherwood between Apr 29 and May 12. In total, nine residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past two weeks, with an average price of $848,444. The average price per square foot ended up at $349.
Forest Grove non-profit provides free kids clothes
FOREST GROVE Ore. (KPTV) - A non-profit in Forest Grove is looking to make accessing clothes for newborns and toddlers easier. Opening just last year, Growing Baby USA is helping parents who are short on time and money dress their growing infants and toddlers. Ayo Elise stopped by the nonprofit to learn how they do it.
Hidden Creek Community Center planned to close for cleaning
Just before the summer rolls in, Hillsboro’s Hidden Creek Community Center is closing for spring cleaning. The two-story, 51,000 square-foot facility will be shutting its doors to the public for maintenance from May 27, until June 9, the city announced on its website. Alongside a thorough cleaning of the entire facility, both mechanical equipment and fitness equipment will be serviced, and the gymnasium and studio floors will be buffed and...
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