Canby's First Choice in News
Since 2018, The Canby Current, Now Hear This: Canby and CanbyFirst.com have been the Canby area's first choice for accurate, high-quality news and sports reporting, exclusive interviews and outstanding photojournalism.
It‘s a newspaper for your ears! New episodes every Monday and Thursday. A podcast of The Canby Current and CanbyFirst.com.
Sunday Feb 07, 2021
Sunday Feb 07, 2021
Sunday Feb 07, 2021
News and More: The Canby City Council seeks to move past a divisive issue. The old library moves closer to a new chapter. Fines are doubling on one of the area's deadliest stretches of highway. A man's legal arguments fail to prevent his arrest.
Canby Conversation: Last week, the news broke across Oregon of a Canby-area bar losing its liquor license for disregarding coronavirus rules. Today, Route 99 Roadhouse owners Rocky George and Tyson Bafford tell their side of the story.
This Week's Sponsors: Odd Moe's Pizza, Reif & Hunsaker P.C., DirectLink, Ellison Team Homes, Wild Hare Saloon, Retro Revival
Music in this episode: https://canbynowpod.com/music-credits/
Wednesday Feb 03, 2021
Wednesday Feb 03, 2021
Wednesday Feb 03, 2021
News and More: Vaccine eligibility for the oldest and most vulnerable Oregonians starts next week. Bill Kennemer returns to the Legislature. Two iconic downtown properties get a facelift. The FOB makes space for cheer.
Canby Conversation: We head down under to reconnect with a Canby native, Jami Emerson, who is living her dream of living abroad. Currently enrolled at Australian Catholic University, Jami was named International Student of the Year for her work supporting those with chronic illnesses.
This Week's Sponsors: Odd Moe's Pizza, Reif & Hunsaker P.C., DirectLink, Ellison Team Homes, Wild Hare Saloon, Retro Revival
Music in this episode: https://canbynowpod.com/music-credits/
Sunday Jan 31, 2021
Sunday Jan 31, 2021
Sunday Jan 31, 2021
News and More: Canby students will be returning to the classroom a few weeks later than officials had previously hoped. The Canby quiet zone and downtown arch projects move forward. A local actress recalls sharing the screen with legendary actress Cicely Tyson.
Canby Conversation: Everything looks a little different during Covid, including — or, especially — grabbing a drink with friends. FOB Taproom's Steve Puga shares some of the challenges facing the local hospitality industry — and why it's worth fighting for.
This Week's Sponsors: Odd Moe's Pizza, Reif & Hunsaker P.C., DirectLink, Ellison Team Homes, Wild Hare Saloon, Retro Revival
Music in this episode: https://canbynowpod.com/music-credits/
Wednesday Jan 27, 2021
Wednesday Jan 27, 2021
Wednesday Jan 27, 2021
News and More: A new chapter opens for the old library. An Oregon City man is at the center of a deadly vehicular rampage. The latest on the next big thing to come to the Canby industrial park.
Canby Conversation: Mark Prairie Historical Society President and family descendant Judi Aus joins to give us the latest on the restoration efforts surrounding one of the area's few remaining one-room schoolhouses.
Mark Prairie Historical Society: https://markprairiehistoricalsociety.org/
After the Break: Our beloved "Canby Then" history segment returns with — what else? — a deep dive into the history of pioneer John Mark and his family's legacy.
This Week's Sponsors: Odd Moe's Pizza, Health Markets, Reif & Hunsaker P.C., DirectLink, Ellison Team Homes, Wild Hare Saloon, Retro Revival
Music in this episode: https://canbynowpod.com/music-credits/
Sunday Jan 24, 2021
Sunday Jan 24, 2021
Sunday Jan 24, 2021
News and More: Gov. Kate Brown defends her decision to vaccinate teachers before seniors. Local Republicans pick three candidates to replace Sen. Alan Olsen. County officials say the number of suicides — fortunately — has not gone up during the pandemic.
Canby Conversation: Wayward Sandwiches owner and chief bottle washer Matt Morrissey shares the challenges of restauranteuring amid the pandemic, the importance of locally sourced food and — maybe — his soon-to-be-revealed new menu item: The Vaxxie Burger.
This Week's Sponsors: Odd Moe's Pizza, Health Markets, Reif & Hunsaker P.C., DirectLink, Ellison Team Homes, Wild Hare Saloon, Retro Revival
Music in this episode: https://canbynowpod.com/music-credits/
Wednesday Jan 20, 2021
Wednesday Jan 20, 2021
Wednesday Jan 20, 2021
News and More: Clackamas County Commissioner Mark Shull apologizes to religious leaders for Islamophobic and racist remarks. Nearly a dozen candidates are seeking to replace Sen. Alan Olsen. A Canby church's bell tolls 400 times to mark a sad milestone.
Canby Conversation: Tired of politics yet? We hope not, because today, we have the honor of chatting with Christine Drazan, Canby's state rep and House GOP leader. We discuss political division and a path forward, as well as wildfire relief and schools.
This Week's Sponsors: Canby Foursquare Church, Health Markets, Reif & Hunsaker P.C., DirectLink, Ellison Team Homes, Wild Hare Saloon
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Monday Jan 18, 2021
Monday Jan 18, 2021
Monday Jan 18, 2021
News and More: Oregon teachers will still be eligible to receive the Covid vaccine starting next week — but seniors will have to wait. Staff and residents at Canby's long-term care facilities, however, will not.
Canby Conversation: Clackamas County Suicide Prevention Coordinator Galli Murray returns to our show to discuss facts about how the coronavirus pandemic has impacted mental health and suicide in our area, and offers hope.
24-7 Mental Health Crisis and Support Line: 503-655-8585
This Week's Sponsors: Odd Moe's Pizza, Health Markets, Reif & Hunsaker P.C., DirectLink, Ellison Team Homes, Wild Hare Saloon, Retro Revival
Music in this episode: https://canbynowpod.com/music-credits/
Thursday Jan 14, 2021
Thursday Jan 14, 2021
Thursday Jan 14, 2021
News and More: The mayor and a Canby school board member face criticism for their apparent endorsement of a violent Facebook post. Meanwhile in Clackamas County, a growing chorus is calling for new Commissioner Mark Shull to step down.
Canby Conversation: When the pandemic hit in March, Canby Kiwanis was one of the first clubs to transition to virtual meetings. Club leaders Angela Baker and Luana Hill tell us why they felt the move was vital to their group's survival.
This Week's Sponsors: Canby Foursquare Church, Health Markets, Reif & Hunsaker P.C., DirectLink, Ellison Team Homes, Wild Hare Saloon
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.
Sunday Jan 10, 2021
Sunday Jan 10, 2021
Sunday Jan 10, 2021
News and More: The Canby City Council deadlocks in its first real decision. You win, universe: Students want to go back to school. In-person learning is highlighted for a return the week of Feb. 8.
Canby Conversation: Revisiting an earlier conversation with Mike Schmader, who tells us the modified Knights of Columbus' 24th Annual Charity Crab Feed will work. Let it never be said of Canby that we let a pandemic stop us from getting crabs.
After the Break: Checking in with Clackamas County Chair Tootie Smith on the coronavirus response, and new and returning city councilors thank voters for their support.
This Week's Sponsors: Odd Moe's Pizza, Health Markets, Reif & Hunsaker P.C., DirectLink, Ellison Team Homes, Wild Hare Saloon, Retro Revival
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.
Wednesday Jan 06, 2021
Wednesday Jan 06, 2021
Wednesday Jan 06, 2021
News and More: 2021 is off to a great start, with a literal train wreck north of Canby Wednesday morning. An industrial development even bigger than Columbia Distributing may be in the works.
Canby Conversation: Now, you see him; now, you see him again! Magician Scott Anderson returns to the Canby Conversation this week with his daughter, Hailey, as they discuss their appearance on a major new reality show.
Go-Big Show: 9 p.m. EST, Jan. 7, TBS
After the Break: Answer the phone! Police! That sound of a caller posing as a law enforcement officer can mean only one thing: It's Police Beat, hosted by Tyler Clawson.
This Week's Sponsors: Canby Foursquare Church, Health Markets, Reif & Hunsaker P.C., DirectLink, Ellison Team Homes, Wild Hare Saloon
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.
Since 2018, The Canby Current, Now Hear This: Canby and CanbyFirst.com have been the Canby area's first choice for accurate, high-quality news and sports reporting, exclusive interviews and outstanding photojournalism.