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In this episode, Sarah Johnson, Executive Director of Yamhill County CASA, shares how Court Appointed Special Advocates are making a difference in the lives of abused and neglected children. For many children, navigating the court system can feel overwhelming and lonely, but CASA volunteers provide the stability, advocacy, and hope they desperately need.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
What a CASA is and the critical role they play in a child’s lifeHow the CASA program started and why it’s so importantReal-life stories of how CASAs have made a differenceHow you can get involved and help change a child’s storyTo learn more about Yamhill County CASA, visit https://yccasa.org.
This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.
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In this episode, Revino co-founder Keenan O’hern shares how Revino is transforming the wine and glass bottle industry nationwide. While most wine bottles end up in the landfill or get melted down and turned into new bottles, Revino has developed a bottle that can be reused up to 50 times. This revolutionary approach is set to help protect the environment while saving wineries money on bottle costs.
The history of the reusable bottle industryHow Revino got startedWhat sets their bottles apartHow the process worksHow wineries are taking advantage of Revino's productWhy reusing and recycling glass is so importantWhat it will take to make lasting changeand more!
In this episode you will learn:To learn more about Revino, visit https://www.revinobottles.com/about/#our_story
This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.
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Ron Mock from The Civility Project shares how we can improve the political culture in our communities and the importance of treating each other with respect during election season.
In this episode, Ron shares:
The importance of civility in local electionsInsights from the local candidate forums in Newberg and DundeeHow disagreements can be a gift when approached with the right mindsetWhy local elections are so importantThe pros and cons of ranked-choice votingHow staying informed and voting in local elections builds a stronger communityThe way we treat each other during and after elections has a lasting impact. This episode is for anyone who wants to make Newberg a more united and respectful community, regardless of political views.
This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.
To learn more about The Flip Side, a website that provides both sides of political issues, visit https://www.theflipside.io/
To watch the October 15th Newberg Candidate forum, visit https://youtube.com/live/IoybyquWfpI?feature=share
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A two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author of multiple books, Nicholas Kristof has spent the last 40 years with The New York Times exposing global injustices and writing about situations many people find uncomfortable to even discuss. Nicholas grew up in Yamhill, Oregon, on a sheep and cherry farm just a few miles from Newberg.
What it was like growing up in Yamhill, OregonHow he got started in journalismWhat it was like covering events like the Tiananmen Square protests and massacreStories from other assignmentsWhy he believes risking his life for this work is worth itWhat led to his bid for Oregon GovernerWhy holding onto hope is so important
In this Episode, Nicholas shares:Nicholas also shares about his latest book, Chasing Hope: A Reporter's Life. You can find this book, along with Nicholas' other books, on Amazon and at most major book retailers.
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In this episode, Britta Mansfield shares the importance of preserving, presenting, and promoting history with the Newberg Area Historical Society (NAHS). We also discuss some fun and interesting stories about Newberg, talk about her book, Newberg (Past and Present), and dive into many other related topics.
To learn more about Newberg's History, visit: https://newberghistory.com/
If you have questions, have historical stories to share, or would like to get involved with NAHS, contact [email protected]
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A-dec has long been a major pillar of Newberg's community. In this episode, A-dec's CEO, Marv Nelson, and Head of Communications, Jordan Beanblossom share how A-dec became what it is today, the impact it has had on Newberg and the dental industry, what you can learn from the A-dec way, and some exciting new plans for the future.
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In this episode, George Fox University professor Phil Smith shares the importance of having a solid ethical framework and treating each other with honesty, kindness and respect. Phil has taught ethics and philosophy for over 40 years and has written several books on virtues and ethics. He currently teaches part-time at George Fox University and is actively involved in helping Newberg become an even better community.
You can learn more about Phil's books at https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001KHJUZ8
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In this episode, Shannon Selah, Executive Director of Newberg's Habitat for Humanity shares how this organization works to provide affordable housing to Newberg. She also shares how Habitat for Humanity works, how they go through the difficult process of selecting families for the building program, and why the work is so important. We'll also discuss the ReStore location, some exciting new projects coming up, and some newer programs to help more families in Newberg.
You can learn more about Habitat for Humanity at https://newberghabitat.org/
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When Embold Credit Union came to Newberg at the end of 2023, they immediately began finding ways to get involved, contribute to local nonprofits, and support the community.
In this episode, CEO Aaron Goff shares why he believes investing in communities is so important. He also shares Embold's origin story, how credit unions differ from banks, how teaching financial literacy is a significant focus, and what Embold hopes to accomplish by being in Newberg.
You can learn more about Embold Credit Union at https://www.emboldcu.org/
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Safe Families for Children hosts vulnerable children and creates extended family-like support for families through a community of devoted volunteers who are motivated by compassion to keep children safe and families together.
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In this episode Deana Vanden Hoek, a Family Coach Supervisor with Safe Families in Yamhill County shares how Safe Families for Children works, how it differs from foster care, how the Circle of Support works, why this work is so important, and how you can get involved.
To learn more about Safe Families for Children, visit:
https://yamhillcounty.safe-families.org/
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In April 2022, a fire destroyed one of DCI's main parts and assembly buildings. As one of the largest dental equipment suppliers in the world—and one of Newberg's largest employers—the results could have been catastrophic. But instead, what happened was nothing short of a miracle.
In this episode, Senior Vice President Tim Murphy shares the story of DCI. You'll learn about DCI's origins, how it has changed over the years, what happened in the aftermath of the fire, and what lies ahead for the company.
You can learn more about DCI here: https://www.dciedge.com/
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REACH Northwest "mobilizes community to support & equip children and families impacted by foster care with programs, resources, and tools to help them thrive."
In this episode, Executive Director Shirley Turner shares the importance of coming together as a community to support foster families. She also shares the story of how REACH NW got started, misconceptions about foster care, the positive impact a caring family can have on a child experiencing trauma, how the community can get involved, and much more!
To learn more about REACH NW, visit www.reachnw.org
To learn more about becoming a resource parent or to get a free copy of No Sugar Coating, reach out to [email protected].
You can also buy a copy of No Sugar Coating on Amazon.
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In this episode, we explore how the Providence Newberg Medical Center and the Providence Newberg Health Foundation work together to provide excellent healthcare for the Newberg Community.
Dr. Amy Schmitt, Chief Medical Officer and Interim CEO at Providence Newberg Medical Center, and Doug Cain, Executive Director of the Providence Newberg Health Foundation share the origins of Providence and how it has evolved into what it is today.
They also share how they are navigating many of the healthcare-related challenges that every hospital faces, specifically in Oregon, as well as their hopes for the future of the industry.
To learn more about Providence Newberg Health Foundation, visit: https://foundation.providence.org/oregon/newberg
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Ewing Young played an instrumental role in Oregon's—and specifically Newberg's—formation. In this episode, Doug Root, co-founder of Ewing Young Distillery in Newberg, shares Ewing Young's family history and the story of how he came to Oregon.
In this fascinating and engaging story, you'll learn how Ewing Young time and again used his charisma, cunning, and courage to overcome unthinkable odds and become one of America's most successful entrepreneurs. You'll also learn how Ewing Young using distilling alcohol to win Oregon over from British control.
Ewing Young is buried under a giant oak tree just outside Newberg next to where Ewing Young Distillery is today.
To learn more about Doug Root and the history of Ewing Young Distillery, visit: https://ewingyoungdistillery.com/history
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In this episode, Leigh Jensen, Executive Director of Taste Newberg, shares what makes Newberg such a great spot to visit. Taste Newberg is Newberg’s Destination Marketing Organization, and it helps use tourists' dollars to benefit our town. In this episode you'll learn about the role of Taste Newberg, how it benefits the community, and how it coordinates with Newberg’s other organizations. We’ll also discuss the role of short-term rentals and other lodging options when it comes to providing hospitality to a wide range of visitors.
To learn more about Taste Newberg, visit: https://tastenewberg.com/This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.
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In this episode, Young Life Area Director Michael Rilee shares how Young Life reaches young people where they are at and helps them grow in their relationship with Jesus. Michael also shares about the unique challenges of being a Christian organization that reaches young people who often don't share the same beliefs.
To learn more about Young Life, visit https://younglife.org/about/
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In this episode, Winter Skyberg shares about the Buy Nothing groups in Newberg. The Buy Nothing project is a way for people to give and receive, share, lend, and express gratitude through the "gift economy", where true wealth is the web of connections formed between people who are real-life neighbors. At first, Buy Nothing may look like another buy, sell, trade group, but it goes much deeper than that. In this episode we’ll learn how these groups help us grow together as neighbors, and how they teach us that there’s no shame in asking.
To learn more about Newberg's Buy Nothing groups, check out the links below:
Buy Nothing Newberg (North)
Buy Nothing Newberg (South)
buynothingproject.org
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In this episode, Stefanny Caballero, Executive Director of the Virginia Garcia Memorial Foundation, will share the story of Virginia Garcia. We will also learn about how the health center got started, who it serves, and the critical role it plays in our community. Stefanny will also share about an upcoming expansion that will allow the health center to provide even more much-needed care to our most vulnerable populations.
To learn more, visit virginiagarcia.org
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In this episode, Ken Austin III and Loni Parrish share the story of their parents, Ken and Joan Austin. Ken and Joan founded the dental equipment company A-dec, which is now the largest employer in Yamhill County, and were also behind the Allison Inn and Spa, which is now the number one hotel in Oregon. Ken and Joan were also well known for their major contributions to the Newberg community through their Foundations.
What it was like growing up in the Austin familyHow Austin Industries works together with the Austin Family FoundationNext steps in the Springbrook Master PlanHow the A-dec Way turned a small dental company into an international leaderThe story behind Ken Austin's book, American Dreamers Ken and Loni's personal entrepreneurial journeysHow the 3rd generation of the Austin/Parrish family are continuing Ken and Joan's legacyAnd much more!
In this episode you will also learn:To learn more about the Austin Family Foundation, visit https://austinfamilyfoundation.com
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In this episode, Diane Reynolds shares the origin story of Provoking Hope, an organization that Diane founded in Yamhill County that helps individuals and families dealing with addiction through peer-based support and mentors. You’ll also learn how Diane’s life and career took some unexpected turns that led her to where she is today, how Provoking Hope uses a powerful approach to bring real transformation, Diane’s thoughts on Measure 110 which legalized drugs in Oregon, and some exciting plans in the works for Provoking Hope.
To learn more about Provoking Hope, visit their website here.
This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the show
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