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Future leaders take over Woodburn City Hall — for a day
The next generation of civic leaders got a hands-on look at local government this week as the Nellie ...
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FROM THE EDITOR: The Woodburn Independent is getting a new look
Dear readers, Our website is getting a new look. Starting May 16, 2025, the Woodburn Independent website will ...
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Jason Millican selected as permanent Woodburn police chief
The city of Woodburn has appointed Jason Millican as the new chief of police.
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Mount Angel southpaw Ethan Kleinschmit shines in first season with Oregon State
From the small town of Mount Angel to the national stage, Ethan Kleinschmit has made the most of ...
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Oregon favorite Burgerville announces Woodburn location
The Pacific Northwest burger chain has signed a lease at 105 N. Arney Road near Interstate 5 and ...
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May 20 Special elections 101 in Woodburn
If you’re stumped on how to cast your vote in the upcoming special election, wondering what will be ...
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Election May 2025: Hubbard fuel tax on the ballot
Hubbard residents will soon weigh in on whether to implement a citywide gas and diesel tax.
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Election May 2025: Hubbard Fire levy returns to the ballot
Marion County voters will once again weigh in on a levy for the Hubbard Fire District during the ...
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Election May 2025: Candidates for the Woodburn school board race
Four school board seats are up for election in Woodburn, and three of the four races are contested.
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Election May 2025: Chemeketa Community College bond returns to the ballot
If passed, the proposed $140 million bond would fund updates and improvements across Chemeketa’s campuses