Thanks To You
May 9 issue: Thanks to You
published: 5/9/2012 11:07:45 AM
Rite Aid had successful plant saleWe would like to send a big “Thank You” to the community and local businesses that made donations and supported us in our Sixth Annual Plant Sale for CMNH.
May 16 issue: Thanks to You
published: 5/15/2012 1:23:41 PM
Community helped through wife’s recoveryI wish to thank our Wilsonville friends who helped my wife and me during her post-op recovery. The Wilsonville Chamber board, organized by Steve Gilmore, brought homemade meals and came to visit us in our home.
Reader Views
Rural job creation essential to economic recovery
published: 5/1/2012 11:49:33 AM
Oregon’s Office of Economic Analysis recently painted a grim picture of the challenges facing our state’s rural communities. The agency compared employment patterns between rural Oregon and the Portland metropolitan region.
Letters
May 2 issue: Letters to the editor
published: 5/1/2012 11:47:40 AM
Offering a pat on the back for recent Vitality Award winnersCongratulations to Team NW Equestrian Sports and Miriah Stuart for their 2011 Vitality Awards.
May 16 issue: Letters to the editor
published: 5/15/2012 1:24:54 PM
Foundation’s efforts worthy, but more needed than temporary fixAll around town I am seeing the signs posted by the West Linn Wilsonville Education Foundation: “Our Kids are Counting on You!” I praise the Foundation for their great effort to raise dollars “to offset negative school funding impacts” for our District.
May 9 issue: Letters to the editor
published: 5/9/2012 11:06:21 AM
Questioning John Ludlow’s past practices“Don’t Portlandize Clackamas County” reads a huge sign alongside I-205 advertising John Ludlow for Clackamas County Chair.
Columns
Library corner: Marvelous and melodious meanderings in May
published: 5/9/2012 2:26:13 PM
May already. Until I moved to Oregon, I didn’t know the etymology of the month, which goes like this: ‘After six months of near-constant rain, will this month finally be sunny?’ Answer: “It’s Maaaaaay.
Senior Scene: Forming partnerships that enrich our lives
published: 5/9/2012 2:28:22 PM
Wilsonville is a town that has grown by leaps and bounds, but has the spirit and teamwork of a small town. From comfortable patio furniture to assistance with income tax preparation, we have local businesses and volunteers helping staff provide a variety of services and opportunities for seniors.
Movie review: 'The Lucky One'
published: 5/1/2012 1:55:20 PM
After U.S. Marine Sgt. Logan Thibault (Zac Efron) finds a photograph of an unknown woman in a dusty pile of rubble in Iraq, he survives things — things he shouldn’t have survived.
Learning to cope with my teens and their cell phones
published: 5/9/2012 11:09:32 AM
If you have teenagers with cell phones, then you know what I’m talking about. It’s a fabulous and efficient way to communicate with your teen because they never, ever, and I mean ever, leave it from their sight.
Obituaries
May 9 issue: Obituaries
published: 5/9/2012 2:18:02 PM
Patricia “Patti” CunninghamPatricia “Patti” Malone Cunningham, 63, formerly of Wilsonville, died suddenly on May 1, 2012.Patti was born on Aug. 19, 1948, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Charles Junior and Jeweldine (Turner) Malone, one of seven children.
Milestones
Military news: John S. Budiao
published: 5/9/2012 2:24:08 PM
John S. BudiaoAir Force Reserve Capt. John S. Budiao has arrived for duty at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash.A?Wilsonville resident, Budiao is a logistics readiness officer with the 446th Airlift Wing at McChord Field.
Big-to-do!
Big to Do for May 16
published: 5/15/2012 1:22:49 PM
COMMUNITY
The Wilsonville Chamber of Commerce will hold its Successful Business University from 8-9:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 16, in Room 111 at the Wilsonville campus of Clackamas Community College, 29353 S.
Big to Do for May 9
published: 5/8/2012 12:27:21 PM
COMMUNITY
The Providence Office of Gift Planning is providing free 90-minute seminars about the basics of wills and estate planning at a number of local Providence facilities in the metro area.
Top stories
Brenchley Estates does apartment shuffle
published: 5/9/2012 10:45:03 AM
The question, put simply, is how many apartment units should be allowed in the Brenchley Estates project?Unfortunately, it became more complicated from there, as discussions on how to interpret the zoning code delayed a decision last month on whether to approve a zone change in Brenchley Estates.
Clackamas County Elections: Commissioner Position 1
published: 5/9/2012 1:23:43 PM
Voters will narrow down the crowded race for the Clackamas Board of County Commissioners chair position in the fast-approaching May 15 primary election.
New superintendent thrown into the fray at Coffee Creek
published: 5/8/2012 12:56:50 PM
There won’t be any honeymoon for new Coffee Creek Correctional Facility Superintendent Kim Brockamp.
Going in, Brockamp knew that her new job would bring questions from all directions.
Mayor's compensation takes a hit, while councilors may get stipend increase
published: 5/9/2012 10:28:40 AM
The question of the mayor’s compensation was finally settled Monday, May 7 when the council adopted a resolution reducing the mayor’s monthly stipend to $750 a month.
Parents voice opposition to proposed mining, composting facility near schools
published: 5/9/2012 11:03:58 AM
Anxious parents expressed concerns to Clackamas County commissioners last week over a proposed surface mining and composting facility that would be located near two local schools.
Clackamas County Elections Preview: Commissioner Position 4
published: 5/1/2012 11:58:23 AM
The upcoming May 15 Primary Election will narrow the crowded candidate list for the three open seats on the five-member Clackamas County commission.To win a commissioner seat next month, a candidate must receive more than 50 percent of the vote.
Clackamas County Elections: Commissioner Position 3
published: 5/1/2012 12:04:04 PM
Three candidates are hoping for the Clackamas County commission’s Position Three seat, which voters have the opportunity to decide May 15.One candidate could win if they manage to draw more than 50 percent of the vote in the primary election.
Some big projects included in proposed city budget
published: 5/1/2012 11:39:54 AM
Although the budget will see only a two percent increase from the previous year, there are several large projects budgeted for the coming year.Budget discussions continue on the proposed 2012-13 fiscal year budget.
State police seize large amount of marijuana during Wilsonville traffic stop
published: 5/11/2012 8:09:33 PM
A Central Point man was arrested Thursday night near Wilsonville after an Oregon State Police trooper seized 17 pounds of marijuana.
Nicholas Keith Jolly, 21, of Central Point, was stopped by an OSP trooper about 11:26 p.
Liquid oxygen fire closes Interstate 5 during rush hour
published: 5/14/2012 8:42:28 PM
Fire investigators are crediting a truck driver for quick thinking Monday night when his tanker full of liquid oxygen caught fire just south of Elligsen Road on Interstate 5 in Wilsonville.
Legacy Emanuel looking for public to share their stories as hospital turns 100
published: 5/9/2012 3:12:16 PM
In celebration of its 100th anniversary, Legacy Emanuel Medical Center will be featured in a six-month exhibit at the Oregon History Museum at the Oregon Historical Society.
Pacific Natural Foods finds new home in former Nike distribution center
published: 5/9/2012 2:09:48 PM
One of Wilsonville’s largest vacant properties found a new tenant today when Pacific Natural Foods announced it will expand its operations here.CBRE real-estate brokerage announced Wednesday that Pacific Natural Foods, one of the Northwest’s leading organic food companies, has signed a long-term lease for 302,765 square feet at the site of the former Nike Distribution Center, 27255 S.
Opposition to proposed Stafford composting operation continues to mount
published: 5/10/2012 1:11:44 AM
The ongoing fight by Stafford Hamlet residents against a planned composting and mining facility near the Stafford-Borland Road junction continued Monday in front of the West Linn-Wilsonville School Board.
School district looking at a budgetary status quo for 2012-13
published: 5/7/2012 11:18:51 PM
If things go according to plan for West Linn-Wilsonville School District officials, the coming school year will not see any layoffs or witness the type of staff furlough days that have sliced weeks off the calendars of recent school years.
Water treatment plant has its 10th birthday
published: 5/15/2012 1:49:55 PM
The Willamette River Water Treatment plant bustled with activity last week when it hosted an open house for the water system master plan and a celebration for its 10th anniversary, all in the same day.
Ludlow, Lehan will face each other in November general election
published: 5/16/2012 12:17:12 PM
It looks like two former Wilsonville mayors will square off for a new political position this fall – chairing the Clackamas County Board of Commissioners.
Schools & Kids
These Niners have fired an ace
published: 5/15/2012 1:37:43 PM
Even as he conducted an interview, the donations keep coming in for Wilsonville High School girls golf coach Mike Nichols.
As his team practiced Monday at the Charbonneau Golf Club driving range, yet another local resident walked up and plunked down a well-maintained set of King Cobra woods and irons, complete with a golf bag and other gear.
Boeckman Creek looking for gently-used children's books
published: 5/9/2012 2:57:36 PM
Boeckman Creek Primary School is looking for gently used books appropriate for elementary-age children to be used as part of a book exchange.Books will be accepted through May 11 and can be brought with Boeckman students or dropped off at the school office.
Wilsonville drama program heads up 'Broadway'
published: 5/15/2012 3:13:23 PM
It’s going to be a night of Broadway musicals for the Wilsonville High School drama program.
Instead of a single production, however, there will be something for everyone when “Night on Broadway” hits the stage at 7 p.
This Wilsonville cheerleader is headed for Autzen
published: 5/8/2012 1:17:59 PM
When Oregon Duck fans turn on their televisions next fall, they’re likely to see a Wilsonville High School graduate on the sidelines at Autzen Stadium.
Wilsonville Rotarians offer a gift of wheels to Boeckman Creek Primary
published: 5/8/2012 1:48:55 PM
It was sheer happenstance by which John Holley became aware of the situation at Boeckman Creek Primary School.
“I have a little brother from the Big Brothers, Big Sisters program at Boeckman Creek,” Holley related.
School Briefs for May 9
published: 5/8/2012 2:00:37 PM
District primary chess tournament winners announced
On Saturday, April 21, Stafford Primary School played host to the West Linn-Wilsonville School District’s twenty-second annual Primary School District Chess Tournament.
The Long Farewell
published: 5/1/2012 3:03:20 PM
Leadership always has been a focal point during Mike Henderson’s career in education.
And while he recently announced plans to retire as Wilsonville High School athletic director at the end of the current school year, it’s certain his shadow is going to linger in the school hallways long after that.
Language immersion details emerging as Lowrie opening grows closer
published: 5/1/2012 3:08:59 PM
Preparations are accelerating as Lowrie Primary School in Wilsonville grows nearer to completion.
Central to that process is the ongoing development of a staffing plan, as well as dual immersion and other language programs that will be key to the new school’s curriculum.
Police Fire Logs
May 9 issue: Police Reports
published: 5/9/2012 11:11:30 AM
POLICE REPORTSWilsonville Police reported the following incidents. The department is run under contract by the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office.
May 2 issue: Police Reports
published: 5/1/2012 1:42:58 PM
POLICE REPORTSWilsonville Police reported the following incidents. The department is run under contract by the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office. All individuals listed are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
May 16 issue: Police Reports
published: 5/15/2012 1:27:00 PM
POLICE REPORTSWilsonville Police reported the following incidents. The department is run under contract by the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office.
Community
Library bookstore partners with Loop Cafe for raffle drawing
published: 5/9/2012 2:40:48 PM
The Loop Cafe was April’s Partner of the Month for the Wilsonville Friends of the Library/Wilsonville Chamber of Commerce Program. Loop Cafe owner Terri Beach (center, holding certificate) met with seven of 10 winners.
Wilsonville residents make WERK Day a productive one
published: 5/15/2012 2:33:56 PM
Wilsonville volunteers couldn’t have asked for a better day to do yard work – especially on such a grand scale.In fact, more than 300 turned out for the city’s annual WERK Day, dressed and ready to spread gravel, pull weeds and stomp down some dirt at the ball fields.
First ever Roof Fair hopes to lend Wilsonville homeowners hard-earned expertise
published: 5/15/2012 1:46:20 PM
Covenants, conditions and restrictions are put in place to help preserve property values in part by ensuring the uniform appearance of a neighborhood and its homes.
SpringRidge Alzheimer's Walk
published: 5/15/2012 1:53:54 PM
With cancer, a person may well have a fighting chance at survival.
But the victims of Alzheimer’s disease can’t say the same thing.
Not only is Alzheimer’s terminal, modern medical science has had little luck to date in discovering even palliative remedies, let alone a cure.
Wilsonville drug take-back a successful venture
published: 5/1/2012 1:07:00 PM
After a successful Drug Take-Back event, the city of Wilsonville is going one step further to ensure an easy and safe disposal of your unwanted prescriptions.
Wilsonville Robotics working its way toward fundraising goal
published: 5/1/2012 1:16:58 PM
When Fred Meyer opened its Wilsonville fuel center last month, it brought along some special helpers. Over the course of three days, the Wilsonville Robotics team raised $1,546 from customer donations.
A past revealed
published: 5/1/2012 1:28:47 PM
How old is Old Town? Who is the Boone of Boone’s Ferry? Where did Wilsonville get its name?All these questions and more can be answered by a visit to the Wilsonville Public Library, where a collection of newspapers, scrapbooks and recorded oral histories all record the past of a dynamic town that moved from the river to the train tracks before finally centering itself around the interstate.
Garden club brings back popular plant sale
published: 5/1/2012 1:38:01 PM
After a year hiatus, the Wilsonville Garden Club again hosted its annual plant sale on April 28 and saw a steady stream of people coming to the event. “When we came in at 8, there were people waiting at the door,” said Jodee Barnes, a member of the club.
Firefighters adjusting to temporary digs
published: 5/1/2012 12:43:12 PM
Their goal to serve the public hasn’t changed, but firefighters from Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue’s Station 56 have found a new way of doing business.
Fitness down to her core
published: 5/9/2012 1:43:12 PM
It’s a cool spring day and Elizabeth Payne is sitting at a local café, chatting with her new business partners about the final details of their soon-to-open fitness center.
Wilsonville artists to take part in Ceramic Showcase
published: 5/1/2012 3:16:28 PM
It’s the biggest exhibition of clay art in the United States.
And this year’s Ceramic Showcase hosted by the Oregon Potters Association hopefully will prove to be a rebirth of sorts for Wilsonville artist Deanna Hanson.
The original 'Potter' is coming to the theater stage in Wilsonville
published: 5/8/2012 1:34:20 PM
Rehearsals are a bit challenging when there’s a building full of children involved.
But the Wilsonville Theater Company’s upcoming production of “The Tale of Peter Rabbit” by Beatrix Potter promises to harness all of that energy and channel it into a story that has been enjoyed by families for over 100 years now.
City/Region
Wildcat Haven announces addition of Hedinger to board of directors
published: 5/1/2012 3:50:14 PM
When it comes to philanthropy in the Portland metro area, few can top Howard Hedinger.
Now in his 70s, Hedinger founded and runs American Industries, Inc.
Budget committee sends $135 million budget to city council
published: 5/9/2012 10:55:11 AM
After a promise of future discussions, the city of Wilsonville’s budget committee approved a $135 million proposed budget for fiscal year 2012-2013. The proposed budget increased operating costs by 2 percent, an increase attributed to changes in contracted services, such as the contracted operation of the wastewater treatment plant, Clackamas County Sheriff and the water treatment plant.
SMART takes a walk
published: 5/1/2012 12:54:04 PM
Wilsonville citizens donned walking shoes and pedometers on Wednesday, April 25 for the third annual Walk@Lunch, hosted by the WalkSMART program through Wilsonville’s SMART?Transit.
Water system master plan update on its way
published: 5/1/2012 11:44:00 AM
In Wilsonville’s water system, there are 107 miles of pipe in the ground, 8 million gallons of water storage in tanks, over 1,000 fire hydrants, eight wells, a water treatment plant and more.
Drug-seeking burglars target Cat Adoption Team shelter
published: 5/15/2012 3:18:54 PM
A recent burglary spree struck several Sherwood businesses over the weekend of May 5-6, including the popular regional animal shelter the Cat Adoption Team.
Casey Peck is hard at (road) work
published: 5/15/2012 1:20:59 PM
Equipped with a bright yellow vest and sunglasses, Casey Peck is ready for the day. For him, that work could be anything from cleaning up leaves to restriping a cross walk.
DRB looking to fill open spot on one of two panels
published: 5/15/2012 1:28:06 PM
The city of Wilsonville is accepting applications for an opening on the Development Review Board (DRB).The DRB consists of two five-person panels who make decisions regarding development, design review, conditional use permits, zoning and more.
City gets bid to start summer road projects
published: 5/15/2012 1:29:41 PM
Although the days are getting warmer, with the summer sunshine comes orange cones and flaggers. The annual summer road maintenance contract was approved at the May 7 council meeting when it was awarded to Brix Paving of Sherwood for just over $500,000.
WERK Day needs volunteers for city clean-up
published: 5/9/2012 2:34:52 PM
One of the largest one-day environmental cleanup days in the state, the 12th annual WERK (Wilsonville Environmental Resource Keepers) day is coming this Saturday.
Business
Wellsource now led by two friends from Wilsonville
published: 5/15/2012 2:05:08 PM
PORTLAND, OR – The Portland-based health and wellness company, Wellsource, Inc., recently announced two key leadership changes.Tom Moore, previously the general manager for Wellsource, was recently named the company’s Chief Development Officer.
New dental office provides free dentistry
published: 5/1/2012 12:29:45 PM
Wilsonville Smiles Dentistry opened its doors and its dental care team volunteered time April 7 to give free dentistry to community members who would not otherwise have access to dental care.
RIte Aid uses plant sale to raise funds for Doernbecher's
published: 5/1/2012 2:17:55 PM
Rite Aid Distribution held its annual plant sale fundraiser last Friday and Saturday as a way to raise funds for Doernbecher Children’s Hospital. The event included go-kart racing, a bouncy house, face painting, vendors and, of course, plenty of plants.
Role Reversal: Trellis Earth Products looks to return manufacturing to Oregon
published: 5/8/2012 2:41:34 PM
It might not be the beginning of a wider trend. But then again, who’s to say it’s not?
The past two years rapidly rising wages and other increased costs have ushered in what could be the beginnings of a movement to bring certain manufacturing-based industries back to the United States.
The Ram hopes to slake Wilsonville's thirst
published: 5/1/2012 3:23:50 PM
41 years in the restaurant business is more than an eternity. Even more so when it stays in the same hands the entire time.
But the Ram Restaurant and Brewery has survived that long and prospered under exactly those circumstances.
