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.
Thursday Feb 23, 2023
Thursday Feb 23, 2023
Thursday Feb 23, 2023
News and More: Baker Prairie Middle School has a new principal. The Canby Railroad Depot Museum has been approved for inclusion on the local register of historic places. A local family and nonprofit plan a community egg hunt in honor of Micah Pedersen.
Micah's Egg Hunt: https://www.evite.com/event/03D1RNS27MBEAAVAWEPNUKOPCOACZA?utm_campaign=send_sharable_link&utm_source=evitelink&utm_medium=sharable_invite
Canby Conversation: In a week where the greater Portland area gets pummeled by another round of winter weather, we look ahead to spring with Karen Doupé of Rock Tree Hill. We also share our interview with Senator Jeff Merkley before a recent town hall.
This Week's Sponsors: DirectLink, Wild Hare Saloon, Canby Foursquare Church, Odd Moe's Pizza, The Odd Pod, Reif & Hunsaker P.C.
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
News and More: Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Wilsonville and a separate shooting in an Oregon City parking lot. Winter weather is again in the forecast for this week.
Canby Conversation: We welcome new Clackamas County Clerk Catherine McMullen, who looks ahead to the May special districts election and shares what her priorities remain after six weeks in her new role.
This Week's Sponsors: DirectLink, Wild Hare Saloon, Canby Foursquare Church, Odd Moe's Pizza, The Odd Pod, Reif & Hunsaker P.C.
Thursday Feb 09, 2023
Thursday Feb 09, 2023
Thursday Feb 09, 2023
News and More: The Clackamas County Courthouse replacement project officially begins. Canby Fire District will ask voters for a new, higher levy to expand and improve services. The chamber tabs a longtime employee to serve as interim executive director.
Canby Conversation: Dustin Paulson, of Auto-Tek Workforce Development, shares the history and mission of the newly Canby-based nonprofit, dedicated to training the next generation of auto technicians — and paying them while they do it.
This Week's Sponsors: DirectLink, Wild Hare Saloon, Canby Foursquare Church, Odd Moe's Pizza, The Odd Pod, Reif & Hunsaker P.C.
Thursday Feb 02, 2023
Thursday Feb 02, 2023
Thursday Feb 02, 2023
News and More: The Backstop Bar & Grill unveils plans for a major expansion, including a brewery, taphouse, Italian restaurant and rooftop bar. A late-night string of break-ins hits five Canby businesses.
Canby Conversation: With Valentine's Day around the corner, we look back on last year's interview with Vern and Dar Hopper, two Canby lovebirds who have been married more than 70 years.
This Week's Sponsors: DirectLink, Wild Hare Saloon, Canby Foursquare Church, Odd Moe's Pizza, The Odd Pod, Reif & Hunsaker P.C.
Thursday Jan 26, 2023
Thursday Jan 26, 2023
Thursday Jan 26, 2023
News and More: Downtown Canby will never be the same after Gwynn's Coffeehouse announced its plans to close in March. The Canby Center launches the public phase of its major expansion and capital campaign. Harefest goes to 11.
Canby Conversation: Todd and Tessa Koch, of TMK Creamery and TMK Distillery, talk about their multifaceted family-run dairy operation — and why it's so important to them to give the public an educational look at all aspects of what they do.
This Week's Sponsors: DirectLink, Wild Hare Saloon, Canby Foursquare Church, Odd Moe's Pizza, The Odd Pod, Reif & Hunsaker P.C.
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
News and More: The Canby Beer Library has pivoted yet again, with a new design that will have to be reheard through the city planning process. (Owner Bryce Morrow promises this is the last time.) Also, Canby basketball gets unified.
Canby Conversation: Steve Nelson, director of development for The Canby Center, joins to talk about the recently launched public phase of the nonprofit's $8 million capital campaign — and why it's so needed.
This Week's Sponsors: DirectLink, Wild Hare Saloon, Canby Foursquare Church, Odd Moe's Pizza, The Odd Pod, Reif & Hunsaker P.C.
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Thursday Jan 12, 2023
Thursday Jan 12, 2023
Thursday Jan 12, 2023
News and More: The Canby School District may have found a taker for its generous offer to save the historic White Building at Carus Elementary. Canby's new state and congressional representatives take their oaths.
Canby Conversation: Crystal Rose-Fricker, president of Pure Seed, talks football! (Not that kind.) Her Canby-based company is a global leader in grass seed production and production — and had a starring (albeit under-the-radar) role in the 2022 World Cup.
This Week's Sponsors: DirectLink, Wild Hare Saloon, Canby Foursquare Church, Odd Moe's Pizza, The Odd Pod, Reif & Hunsaker P.C.
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.
Monday Dec 26, 2022
Monday Dec 26, 2022
Monday Dec 26, 2022
In this holiday special, we bring you two interviews on location, one with Canby Center Executive Director Ray Keen on the night of the nonprofit's annual outreach, and one with Sharon Schneider, longtime organizer of the Canby Kiwanis Community Food & Toy Drive.
We wrap with a recording of the always-incredible Canby High School Cantalinas' traditional performance of the Canby Area Chamber of Commerce's holiday luncheon earlier this month.
Merry Christmas, ya filthy Canby-mals!
Thursday Dec 22, 2022
Thursday Dec 22, 2022
Thursday Dec 22, 2022
News and More: We may or may not see a white Christmas, but weather forecasters are sure the Canby area, like much of the country, is about to experience colder temperatures than have been seen in years. Law enforcement step up patrols during the holiday season to discourage drunk drivers. Oregon doubles down on EVs.
Canby Conversation: The holidays can be a difficult time for individuals and families, especially those impacted by trauma. Jason and Tara Hood, of Hannah Grace Family Ministries, live and work in some of those difficult spaces, and they share their experiences of how investing in relationships can change lives for the better.
This Week's Sponsors: DirectLink, Clackamas County Winter Fair, Wild Hare Saloon, Canby Foursquare Church, Odd Moe's Pizza, The Odd Pod, Reif & Hunsaker P.C.
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.
Thursday Dec 15, 2022
Thursday Dec 15, 2022
Thursday Dec 15, 2022
News and More: The Highway 99E revamp is officially underway. Officials are investigating a series of "deliberate attacks" at Pacific Northwest electrical substations. An annual fundraiser kicks off for Hopkins Demonstration Forest.
Canby Conversation: We're discussing a double comeback, as general manager Travis Sauvain shares the plans for the return of Jarboe's Grill at a new location, the former Route 99 Roadhouse. The restaurant and steakhouse opens next month.
This Week's Sponsors: DirectLink, Clackamas County Winter Fair, Wild Hare Saloon, Canby Foursquare Church, Odd Moe's Pizza, The Odd Pod, Reif & Hunsaker P.C.
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.