Now Hear This: Canby

News and More: Last week's brush fire on Highway 99E was started by sparks from a passing tractor-trailer, investigators believe. The Canby School Board has a new chair. A large memory care facility has been approved in south Canby.

Canby Conversation: If they gave out awards for being the happiest that Oregon businesses are fully reopened for indoor service, FOB Taproom owner Steve Puga might take the whole field. He tells us what the future holds for his independent watering hole.

This Week's Sponsors: Canby Foursquare Church, Health Markets, Reif & Hunsaker P.C., DirectLink, Ellison Team Homes, Wild Hare Saloon

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News and More: Multiple agencies helped extinguish a brush fire alongside Highway 99E — which could have been much worse. Oregon's newest — and perhaps, youngest — millionaire is announced.

Canby Conversation: Shelley and Eric Arndt, owners of the new Art-O-Maddic gallery in downtown Canby, walk us through their space, highlighting the work of just a few of the more than 40 artists on display.

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News and More: Thousands descending on downtown Canby for July Fourth fun and music seemed to send a clear message: Canby is back. A local police sergeant was one of the first on the scene of a fatal crash outside Aurora.

Canby Conversation: With dizzying growth in the city's residential, commercial and industrial sectors, as well as the continued threat of wildfires and other disasters, water quality is more important than ever. Jason Faucera and John Runyon join to share some of the results of their 18-month study of the area's water table.

After the Break: Ashley Seifert, of Carus Preschool, shares about the local co-op and its comeback plans following the Covid-19 pandemic. 

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News and More: The true toll of last week's historic heat wave is becoming sadly and painfully clear. In the midst of soaring temperatures, neighbors help neighbors stay cool. Star lineman Jacob Strand commits to Oregon State.

Canby Conversation: Todd Gary, formerly of Canby Fire District, just can't get retirement right. The new interim chief of the Colton Rural Fire Protection District talks wildfire safety, fireworks and evacuation preparedness.

After the Break: If you ever thought nursing homes and slip 'n' slides don't mix, well, you just might need to join us at the next "beach day" hosted by Marquis Hope Village. 

This Week's Sponsors: Canby Foursquare Church, Health Markets, Reif & Hunsaker P.C., DirectLink, Ellison Team Homes, Wild Hare Saloon

News and More: It is hot — the end. Also, a growing number of local officials and fire safety agencies are asking residents to forgo fireworks this weekend due to extreme conditions.

Canby Conversation: Clackamas Kennel Club board member Steve Nielsen shares how the annual show handled the historic heat wave this weekend to navigate a successful, post-Covid return.

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News and More: Overcrowding at a local park nearly leads to tragedy. A countywide burn ban is in effect. The Canby School Board grapples with sex education and public comment. 

Canby Conversation: Spangler Road resident Jason Grisham recalls the challenges of Covid-19, the September wildfires and the February ice storms, and talks about his work at JLG Creations.

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News and More: Ideologically opposed factions go to war at a park in Oregon City. Speaking of needing to cool down, the Canby splash pad is now open. The Canby library and other city offices are also reopening — for real this time.

Canby Conversation: The legendary Canby Cruise-In is back at the Clackamas County Fairgrounds in 2021. Founder Frank Cutsforth, of Cutsforth's Market, tells us why he and his team have fought so hard for this event during the pandemic. 

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News and More: Opponents of the planned expansion at the Aurora State Airport win a major victory. Officials are working to get the stalled trains in Canby moving again. Oregon is "incredibly close" to a full economic reopening.

Canby Conversation: Shannon Allee of Hot Rod Dreamworks joins to tell us more about their annual Car Show & Giveaway, which returns this year, and answer the burning question: Two words, or three?

After the Break: The Canby Music team gives us a preview of their upcoming July Fourth show at Wait Park.

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News and More: Saddle up, partners: The Clackamas County Fair and Canby Rodeo are ON for 2021. A third, unsanctioned graduation ceremony followed the first two Friday. A bear may be on the prowl in rural north Canby.

Canby Conversation: Surprise! Over the weekend, Clackamas County dropped into the "low-risk" tier for businesses and event venues. Chamber Director Kyle Lang gives us an update on the local economy and job market.

After the Break: "Hey! Stop punching that...car!" That's right, folks, Police Beat is back, with Tyler Clawson. 

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News and More: The state's Covid-19 vaccine rollout has hit its biggest challenge yet: Apathy. The mayor of Molalla feuds with the outgoing superintendent of Oregon City schools.

Canby Conversation: Sorry, parents, but I have to break it to you: Monsters are real. But don't worry: They're nice. And this week, we're chatting with a local family who have made over 500 of them.

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