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A Place to Grow
After more than 40 years of operating out of a city-owned building on land leased from the Canby School District, the Canby Adult Center...
Kelly Romo
2 min read


Investing in Your Child’s Future
Help prepare for the rising costs of higher education with a 529 college savings plan. Looking for a great way to invest in a child’s...
Guest Writer
2 min read


Get the Best Skin of Your Life, Naturally: Divine Complexions introduces SkinPen
By now, most of us know that true, long-lasting skin transformation doesn’t come from a trending TikTok serum or filter-friendly glow. It...
Guest Writer
2 min read


The Write Stuff: Marine Vet Fights for the Future of Cursive
F or businessman and Marine veteran Phil Schnabel, the loss of cursive writing in Oregon’s public schools isn’t just an educational...
Kelly Romo
2 min read


Top 10 Mistakes Made by Landlords
O wning residential rental property can be a great investment. As Mark Twain is quoted as saying: “Buy land, they’re not making it...
Guest Writer
3 min read


Keeping Tempo: Students Benefit From Rent-to-Own Music Program
T hought about it... Thought about it... Yes! Band is absolutely, positively the heart and soul of your existence. Besides, your best...
Patti Jo Brooks
2 min read


Meat the Veteran: Michele Bechtold
Michele Bechtold didn’t take a direct route into military service. By the time she enlisted in the U.S. Army, she was twenty-four years...
Justin Andress
2 min read


Dream Duo
Behind the bright pink door on South Ivy between 99E and 2nd Street, two leading ladies have been merrily building a community. Ellie...
Angie Helvey
3 min read


Tomato, Spinach & Feta Quiche
Garden-fresh meal for the whole family! The Crust 1¼ cups all-purpose flour ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed 1–2 tablespoons cold water...
Justin Andress
1 min read


Dahlia Dreams in Full Bloom
Each summer, Swan Island Dahlias in Canby invites visitors to bask in a stunning display of color, community, and creativity at its...
Justin Andress
2 min read


Leaps of Faith: Ballerina rises from Mexico City’s stages
Elena Carter Richardson was a ballet dancer and instructor who was one of the most recognizable figures in the Pacific Northwest dance...
Justin Andress
2 min read


New Installs to Small Repairs: All About Oregon City Garage Door
Thought about replacing that worn-out, dated garage door? Do your spirits sink just a bit every time you pull up to it? Perhaps it’s...
Justin Andress
2 min read


Reel Reviews: July 2025
Enjoy Donovan Darling's insight into a few films you need to revisit (or watch for the first time if your movie education is lacking). An...
Justin Andress
2 min read


Beat the Heat When Enjoying Outdoor Adventures
Brought to you by Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue Plan to take advantage of warmer temperatures this summer? We’ve got some tips to beat...
Justin Andress
2 min read


Children’s Author Carrie Tillotson: Silly, Smart, and Straight From the Heart
Carrie Tillotson grew up in Canby with a longtime dream of illustrating picture books. She believed writing a children’s book was a...
Kelly Romo
2 min read


Kick Off the Summer of Good Skin and Less Makeup
Every summer I tell myself I’m going to “slow down,” enjoy it all more and relax. And every summer… I remember I have six boys, a...
Guest Writer
2 min read


Ellison Team Homes Partners with FIDO Pet Food Bank
Ellison Team Homes regularly partners with FIDO (Friends Involved in Dog Outreach) to bring help to local veterans, seniors, and those...
Justin Andress
1 min read


AI: Friend or Foe
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the most transformative technologies of our time, and with that power comes both excitement and...
Guest Writer
3 min read


Community, Connection, and Summer Fun
STEAM Camp Is Coming! We’re excited to offer a STEAM Summer Camp for Canby students entering grades 5–7! The camp is tentatively...
Guest Writer
2 min read


Hoppin’ to It: Hops, hot rods and happy memories
Summer is here! And that means it’s almost time for the Hubbard Hop Festival! The Hop Festival is celebrating its 51st anniversary this...
Guest Writer
3 min read
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