Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Newberg Public Library Director Korie Buerkle shares how the library serves our community, how it has evolved over the years, and why public libraries continue to play such an important role in helping people learn, grow, and connect. In our conversation, you'll learn: How Korie's journey led her to become Director of the Newberg Public Library The many services and resources the library provides beyond books How the library suppor...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Leo Keelan from Hope Chaplain shares about his world as a Public Safety Chaplain. From collaborating alongside our local first responders to filling the critical gaps in crisis care, this episode will help you understand what it truly means to show up for people when they need it most. In today’s episode, Leo shares: How Hope Chaplain got started and the personal journey that led to this crisis work.What a typical week looks like when your job revolves around...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Scott Bradley shares the story behind 5Rock Ranch, a nonprofit located on a 108-acre property in Yamhill County that provides a place of healing and refuge for families and individuals facing extremely difficult circumstances. In our conversation, you’ll learn: How the ranch got started and the vision behind itThe kinds of experiences and programs they offer for kids and familiesStories of lives that have been impacted and transformedWhy spaces like thi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Newberg Mayor Bill Rosacker and City Manager Will Worthey join the podcast to talk about the current state of our city. We discuss what’s going well, what has changed over the past several years, some of the the challenges Newberg is facing, and how decisions are made when it comes to growth, infrastructure, housing, and the city budget. We also talk about the roles of the City Manager and Mayor, how residents can stay informed and involved, and what both lea...

Send us Fan Mail Chapters Books & Coffee has been a cornerstone of downtown Newberg for two decades, and in this episode, Owner Maureen Rogers shares the story behind it. We talk about how Chapters originally got started, how she and her husband Bill became the owners, and what it’s been like to run a community-minded bookstore and coffee shop while raising a family. Maureen also shares how she chooses the books they carry, why having books is still essential in a digital world, and the ...

Send us Fan Mail George P. Edmonston is a writer and historian who spent years writing stories about Newberg's history in his Newberg Graphic column, "Tales from the Grubby End." He then collected many of those stories and included them in his book, Stories from the Grubby End. He was also the editor of OSU’s alumni magazine, the Oregon Stater for many years. In this episode, George shares some of his favorite stories and characters from Newberg's past along with the inspiration behind the se...

Send us Fan Mail The See Ya Later Foundation began with a simple phrase from Scott Banke, who would say “See ya later” instead of goodbye during his battle with cancer. His courage and positive attitude left behind a legacy of hope, courage, and faith. After his passing, his mom, Carmen Banke, and their family launched the foundation to carry that spirit forward. Today, the foundation awards scholarships to students, hosts youth inspiration camps, and supports families facing medical crises —...

Send us Fan Mail In mid‑2024, the Newberg-Dundee School District uncovered a multi‑million‑dollar budget shortfall and the sitting superintendent went on leave. With the school year looming and finances in shambles, the school board needed someone who knew the community and could restore stability. Retired educator and former superintendent Paula Radich volunteered to serve as interim superintendent from June through October 2024. She led the district through deep budget cuts, worked to balan...

Send us Fan Mail President Robin Baker has been leading George Fox University since 2007 and in that time, George Fox has grown to become the largest private university in Oregon. George Fox is also consistently ranked among the top 3 Christian universities in Oregon. President Baker has also won numerous awards and in 2023 was named by Portland Business Journal as one of its top executives of the year. Baker also sits on numerous national commissions and committees, and is widely recog...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Clay Downing, Superintendent of Chehalem Park & Recreation District (CPRD), breaks down the upcoming projects for Newberg and Dundee over the next few years. In our conversation, you’ll learn: What CPRD is and how it worksHow Clay’s background in planning will help in his new roleCurrent timelines for projects like the Bypass Trail, The Ewing Young Bridge, Renne Field, and Dundee’s new park with a splash padWhat’s ahead for Chehalem Glenn golf course, inc...