Education
Vasquez, Ballweber Wolfer, Hernandez-Mejia, Beyer lead in early Woodburn school board election results
While one Woodburn school board seat is unopposed, three seats are up for grabs at the May 20…
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Early election results show voters shooting down Hubbard fuel tax
If passed, Measure 24-509 would establish a 3 cent per gallon tax on motor vehicle fuel sold, used…
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Election results: Here’s your North Marion school board
Though it's been all but decided who will take the North Marion school board seats, the May 20…
Crime & Justice
He was pulled over for drunk driving in a county vehicle. He’s the sheriff of Umatilla County.
UMATILLA COUNTY — The Gilliam County Sheriff’s Office reported Umatilla County Sheriff Terry Rowan had a blood-alcohol level…
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Community celebration set to preview plans for Greater Woodburn Opportunity Center
A community-wide celebration will be held Saturday, May 31, to spotlight the future of the Greater Woodburn Opportunity…
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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…