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05/31/2026

As the owner of a digital-first news outlet, I'll be the first to admit I spend too much time on my phone. It's a necessity of owning a small business and a lot of modern life. But, I found that I started feeling worse after opening my phone and scrolling social media.
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So, I thought it would be fun to unplug together. This Wednesday, Newsberg is partnering with Powered by Paige to host The Log Off — a two-hour phone-free pop-up at Domaine Lumineux (7–9 p.m.). Check in your phone at the door, and spend the evening coloring, doing puzzles, playing games, or just catching up with friends. We'll have coloring books, games, and reading material. Domaine Lumineux brings the beautiful venue, vinyl collection, wine and a curated menu from Caballeros Catering.
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$10 gets you in + a free Newsberg coloring book. 21+ only. Come and unplug with us and get a break from all the noise. Head to the link in bio to learn more and reserve your spot.

05/30/2026

During the May 18 City Council meeting, on council request City Manager Will Worthey presented a request for council action, debating whether to refer a $0.03-per-gallon gas tax to voters, potentially placing it on a future ballot. The tax would fund the paving of several miles of gravel road at a total estimated cost of $8 million to $10 million.
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After discussion, the council decided against pursuing a gas tax at this time, and will consider alternative funding options at future meetings.
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Read full story at Newsberg.org

05/29/2026

From one election to preparing for the next: filing opens June 3 for four seats on the Newberg City Council, including the mayor’s office, as the city heads toward its November general election.
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The 2026 General Election is scheduled for Nov. 3. Up for election are the mayor’s seat and three council positions — Districts 2, 4, and 6 — currently held by Mayor Bill Rosacker and Councilors Peggy Kilburg, Robyn Wheatley, and Derek Carmon. All four terms expire Dec. 31, 2026.
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The City of Newberg Council District Map is available at the City of Newberg website.
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Rosacker, Wheatley, and Carmon each confirmed via email to Newsberg that they will seek re-election. Kilburg has not announced plans to run for reelection. Read the full story at newsberg.org

05/28/2026

A new brow and lash studio has opened in downtown Newberg, occupying the building that previously housed the Little Lavender Shop.
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The Opal Fox, located at 108 S College Street Suite C founded by esthetician Lindsey Buchanan, opened May 1. The appointment-only studio offers brow mapping, lamination, tinting, and lash lifting, with services tailored to the individual client.
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“The studio is built around the philosophy that no two services should look the same,” Buchanan stated in a press release. “Each service is carefully curated to achieve the guests desired results.”
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Read the full story at Newsberg.org's business section.

05/27/2026

Newberg-Dundee Public Schools’ five-year local option levy failed at the ballot May 19, leaving the district to move forward with significant staff reductions and the prospect of school closures as it heads into the 2026-27 school year.
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Superintendent Dave Parker said the outcome, while disappointing, was not entirely a surprise.
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“We’ve set our budget with the notion that the levy would not pass,” Parker told Newsberg. “Where we’re moving forward is implementing that budget.”
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Read the full story at Newsberg.org

05/26/2026

🚨ALERT: we have a full carousel this week!

Tons going on in town, and this isn’t even all of it! Head to Newsberg.org to see the full lineup.

Don’t see your event on here? Make sure to submit it (for free) and we’ll feature it!

05/23/2026

It’s berry season yet again, and that means weekend spent out in the fields picking your favorite berries around the Newberg-Dundee area!
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In this annual Strawberry U-Pick guide, Farms marked “confirmed” for the 2026 season have been confirmed through their website, social media, or a phone call. Any that are marked as “Call ahead” have not confirmed as of publishing. The other berry farms featuring raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries will be updated as the harvest season approaches.
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All farms will be open as of tomorrow morning! Check the list and get pickin, Newberg-Dundee. See the full guide at newsberg.org under the "latest stories" scroller.

05/22/2026

The Chehalem Parks and Recreation District has received an official Intent to Award from Business Oregon for a $991,935 state grant that will fund renovations to Bonnie Benedict Preschool, the district announced this week.
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“Bonnie Benedict Preschool and Pre-K programs have been an important part of the Newberg-Dundee community for generations, serving local children and families for more than 55 years,” said CPRD Special Services Supervisor Julie Petersen, who applied for the grant. “This funding provides an incredible opportunity to preserve, improve, and bring new life to this historic facility while expanding access to quality childcare opportunities for working families in our community.”
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The funding represents the most concrete step yet toward reopening Newberg’s oldest preschool program, which closed at the end of the 2024-25 school year. Read the full story at newsberg.org

05/21/2026

Sorry this is late, election season plus a few breaking stories means it’s been a busy week in Newsberg land.
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Happy Memorial Day Weekend! I hope you all have a great, relaxing, event-filled weekend and a lovely day off on Monday as our country spends the day honoring, respecting, and mourning those who died in the line of duty.
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