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Rise and shine, Oregon City!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: I-205 bus-on-shoulder pilot, officers’ lifesaving award after house fire, and a massive thrift store treasure hunt + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Oregon City protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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đź“° In the news
New freeway transit rules: SMART drivers are training to let buses use I-205 shoulders between SE Sunnybrook and SW Stafford during slowdowns, with a Wilsonville to Clackamas Town Center route expected in May 2026 — see how it will work.
Bravery amid crisis: On Feb. 23, Oregon City police honored Officers Ben Griffin and James Kanalz with a lifesaving award for reviving a woman during a November 2025 house fire on Cherry Lane — read the full story.
Treasure trove for thrifters: Gladstone’s Red White & Blue Thrift Store, minutes from Oregon City, is a massive spot with endless aisles of clothing, housewares, electronics, books, toys, and surprises for an all day browse — see what you’ll find inside.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Wing night, handled: The Verdict Bar and Grill nails wing night the get-off-the-couch way: crispy, saucy, tossed in house wing sauce or garlic butter. Hang in the cozy Holding Cell with pool tables, TVs, and a growing whiskey list. Classic Oregon City vibes, no fuss.
Glow-up, but make it local: Glow Up Aesthetics helps Oregon City level up quietly, with clinician-led injectables, microneedling, IPL, laser hair removal, and curated take-home skincare. Subtle, evidence-based tweaks today mean natural-looking results and a visible glow tomorrow; future you will thank you.
Time for a real round: At Stone Creek Golf Club, a Jacobsen/Hardy layout threads through firs, mixing sneaky elevation with greens that actually hold a wedge. When Mt. Hood catches first light, it’s ideal for an early escape… nine or eighteen to reset your head, then back to life calmer.
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🛍 First Thursday Night Market @ Canby’s First Thursday Night Market | Thursday (3/5) at 5:00 PM – Take a spin through Downtown Canby for First Thursday, where shops stay open late and the St. Paddy’s spirit hides in plain sight. Hunt for cheeky green-themed goodies while you browse, snag a few locals-only deals, and call it quality time, not errands.
🥕 Happy Valley Winter Farmers Market @ Happy Valley Farmers Market | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Bundle up and hit the Happy Valley Winter Farmers Market at the Sunnyside Church gym, same spot as the summer one, where 100 vendors keep the cold honest. Hot food, farms, and coffee trucks outside, bakeries, crafts, and goodies inside. Plenty of parking, minimal excuses.
⏰ Spring Forward Community Resource Fair @ Pioneer Community Center | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Consider this your Costco sample aisle of Oregon City services, minus the cart traffic. A free, family friendly fair with 30-plus local partners, raffle prizes, crafts, and performances, where you can chat with Gleaners, collect resources, and feel productive without lifting a shovel.
📚 Children’s Author Event @ Canby Public Library | Saturday (3/7) at 10:30 AM – Bring the kids to meet Canby’s award-winning Carrie Wales Tillotson for a read-aloud, sing-alongs, and a peek at author life. Consider it storytime with perks. Alpaca-fleece bookmark crafts, a Q&A, and a free copy of Alpacas Here, Alpacas There, one per family while supplies last.
✂ Blueberry Pruning @ HOEC Community Orchard | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM – If your blueberry bushes are more attitude than fruit, come get hands-on at the HOEC Community Orchard and learn proper pruning for bigger, sweeter harvests, and fewer pests. You’ll get instruction, a demo, and guided practice. Space is tight, pre-register, fee waivers available: https://www.homeorchardeducationcenter.org/workshop-store-page
🍵 Alchemy: The Myth of Puerh @ Cup of Tea | Sunday (3/8) at 10:00 AM – If you’ve been meaning to slow down without pretending you like hot yoga, come taste pu-erh in a mindful, guided flight. Earthy, aged, quietly complex, it’s tea that’s learned a few things. We’ll sip, breathe, and let time do the talking.
🎤 Cavalier Karaoke Night @ Wichita Pub | Sunday (3/8) at 5:00 PM – Warm up your pipes and head to Wichita Pub for Sing for the Fences, a Cavalier karaoke night where off-key singing helps. Half of every plate and pint goes back to the program, plus merch, family vibes, and a kickoff for the 2026 season.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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đź“» Oregon City report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 60°F – Low: 46°F – Precip: 22%
A slight chance of rain showers. Partly sunny. High near 60, with temperatures falling to around 57 in the afternoon. South southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A slight chance of rain showers before 10pm, then a chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 46. South wind around 3 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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Tomorrow – High: 54°F – Low: 47°F – Precip: 91%
Rain. Cloudy, with a high near 54. South southwest wind 3 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: Rain. Cloudy, with a low around 47. Chance of precipitation is 100%.
Someone Googled you this week đź‘€
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Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
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