Now Hear This: Canby

News and More: The mayor of Oregon City appears destined for a recall election. There will be no Spooktacular Village in downtown Canby this year. (Boo!) A Lake Oswego teen dies in a horrific crash.

Canby Conversation: Canby thespian and woodworker Craig Holbrook tells us how the local theater community is faring through the coronavirus days, and walks us through the art of woodturning.

After the Break: We delve into the area's much more recent history this week, telling a few stories you haven't heard from the Clackamas County Fairgrounds, on Canby Then.

This Week's Sponsors: Canby Foursquare Church, Health Markets, DirectLink, Advantage Mortgage, Wild Hare Saloon, The Book Nook

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News and More: Good news: The long-awaited rains finally arrived late last week. Bad news: They came with lightning, powerful winds that toppled fire-weakened trees and threats of flash flooding. At least the air is breathable again? ODOT shares it's first look at the planned repaving on Highway 99E.

Canby Conversation: "I didn't know Molalla was an army," says YouTuber and lifelong resident Luke Adams. He soon found out. He joins Francke and Tyler to share his experiences recording footage and assisting in the volunteer firefighting efforts of the "Hillbilly Brigade" deep beyond the fire lines in the Molalla foothills.

After the Break: The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office shares more stories of arrests and suspicious activity from their enhanced patrols in the evacuation zones around the Riverside Fire.

This Week's Sponsors: Odd Moe's Pizza, Canby Liquor Store, Reif & Hunsaker P.C., DirectLink, Advantage Mortgage, Wild Hare Saloon

Music in this episode: https://canbynowpod.com/music-credits/

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News and More: The wildfire situation in Clackamas County is improving, but the danger is far from over. The sheriff discredits a report from one of his captains suggesting antifa operatives are active in the county. Wilson Construction crews are trained in wildfire suppression, but they rarely do it — until now.

Canby Conversation: Clackamas Fire Capt. and Public Information Officer Brandon Paxton joins Now Hear This: Canby to tell us the latest about the devastating wildfires that have ravaged hundreds of thousands of acres in our area. He also gives us an update on the hundreds of firefighters who are battling them.

After the Break: The return of everybody's favorite segment! It's Police Beat, featuring Tyler Clawson.

This Week's Sponsors: Odd Moe's Pizza, Canby Liquor Store, Reif & Hunsaker P.C., DirectLink, Advantage Mortgage, Wild Hare Saloon

Music in this episode: https://canbynowpod.com/music-credits/

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News and More: Clackamas County is on fire. We bring you the latest news from Clackamas County, the sheriff's office, the Aurora State Airport, Canby School District and various fire agencies working around the clock to protect life and property.

Canby Conversation: Now Hear This: Canby returns after a brief hiatus! We check in with Mayor Brian Hodson about his experience helping lead the community through the unprecedented wildfire crisis.

This Week's Sponsors: Canby Foursquare Church, Health Markets, DirectLink, Ellison Team Homes, Wild Hare Saloon, Retro Revival

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News and More: Tolling is coming to I-205 — and no one is happy about it. Canby's new drive-in is officially open, and even E.T. is ... over the moon. Playgrounds in Canby are open! (Sort of.) A Canby boy takes to the skies. 

Canby Conversation: Today, we head out into the country for a visit to the Dumme Kuh Farmstead in Molalla, where we learn about permaculture farming — and stress test our new camera lens against the beak of a young emu.

After the Break: Now Hear This: Canby travels to the state capital for a Canby reunion, as CHS grad Matt Nelson shares the scoop on Gumbo YaYa, the food truck serving delicious, authentic Creole food at The Yard in Salem. 

This Week's Sponsors: Odd Moe's Pizza, Canby Liquor Store, Reif & Hunsaker P.C., DirectLink, Advantage Mortgage, Wild Hare Saloon

Music in this episode: https://canbynowpod.com/music-credits/

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News and More: Portland officials blame President Trump for the violence that has rocked their streets in recent weeks. Law enforcement agencies across the state balk at the governor's "unified law enforcement plan." A "Scare Fair" is coming to Canby.

Canby Conversation: We catch up with childhood sweethearts Amy and Darryl Lenhardt, as they continue to dig into their latest construction project: the ambitious restoration of the nearly 100-year-old Whiskey Hill Store.

After the Break: This year's high school band season is shaping up to be one unlike any we've seen before, but Canby Music is ready. Plus — they have pianos now.

This Week's Sponsors: Canby Foursquare Church, Health Markets, DirectLink, Advantage Mortgage, Wild Hare Saloon, The Book Nook

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News and More: Canby sends more firefighters to the front lines in Wasco County. Local teacher Bob Hammitt releases a new book of trivia. The library and volunteers aim to help teens connect through reading. 

Canby Conversation: Now Hear This: Canby's Tyler Clawson heads out to the Cutsforth's Cruise-in to chat with a few car lovers from the safety of his 2009 Ford Focus. 

After the Break: Police Beat for the weeks of July 28 through Aug. 10.

This Week's Sponsors: Odd Moe's Pizza, Canby Liquor Store, Reif & Hunsaker P.C., DirectLink, Advantage Mortgage, Wild Hare Saloon

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News and More: The victim in the Aug. 16 drowning on the Pudding River has been identified. A scammer tries to extort money from the mother of a missing child. Making unforgettable movie memories during Covid? Canby Cinema, uh, finds a way.

Canby Conversation: Well, we did it. Not even a global pandemic could stop us from the incredible milestone of two years and 200 episodes. We're somewhat proud of ourselves. And...we have some big news. 

After the Break: And we're not the only ones! After a long hiatus as a construction worker this summer, Brian Haines of Canby Music returns to the show to give us a tour of his new digs.

This Week's Sponsors: Canby Foursquare Church, Health Markets, DirectLink, Ellison Team Homes, Wild Hare Saloon, Retro Revival

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News and More: Six candidates will vie for three seats on the Canby City Council, a field that includes a few familiar faces — and some brand-new ones. The state's new emergency relief program runs out of cash. Interim City Amanda Zeiber will not be staying on to help on-board her replacement.

Canby Conversation: Today, we head over to neighboring Aurora to get the skinny on a couple of the town's newest projects. The first is Conroy Classics, a unique mixed-use development that just may have been scientifically created in a laboratory to be the perfect project for Aurora, Oregon.

After the Break: Samantha Ribb and Paula Robson, the mother-daughter team behind Aurora's brand-new roadside espresso stand, Chug Coffee, take us for a ride. Chug holds its official grand opening today, Aug. 24! Check them out!

This Week's Sponsors: Odd Moe's Pizza, Canby Liquor Store, Reif & Hunsaker P.C., DirectLink, Advantage Mortgage, Wild Hare Saloon

Music in this episode: https://canbynowpod.com/music-credits/

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News and More: Three Canby firefighters return home safely from battling the Mosier Creek Fire. A front-runner has been selected to be Canby's next city administrator. A sixth candidate for City Council throws his hat into the ring.

Canby Conversation: Canby native and professional filmmaker Cooper Fitch tells us about how he broke into the film industry, as well as his latest project, Macie's Parade, a short that was named the Best Oregon Film this week at the Oregon Short Film Festival.

After the Break: On the week that the Clackamas County Fair would have continued its 112-year tradition, if not for the coronavirus, we distract ourselves with another look back at the fair's early years, on Canby Then.

This Week's Sponsors: Canby Foursquare Church, Health Markets, DirectLink, Advantage Mortgage, Wild Hare Saloon, The Book Nook

Music in this episode: https://canbynowpod.com/music-credits/

Please support our show! To listen without ads, and ensure we can continue to bring you important news and amazing stories you can't get anywhere else, join Canby Now Plus today! For details, visit patreon.com/canbynowpod.