Newberg Notices | August 13

2nd Street in Newberg Closed Aug. 13, 15-16

NEWBERG, Ore.—The City of Newberg announced that residents and travelers should avoid parking on 2nd Street between Main Street and River Street on Tuesday, Aug. 13, as the street will be closed for most of the day for repairs.

2nd Street will also be completely closed between Main Street and River Street from Thursday, Aug. 15, through Friday, Aug. 16. The closure applies to all vehicles except for a designated path for Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue (TVF&R) emergency vehicles.

There will be no driveway access to 2nd Street during this time. Residents and workers on 2nd Street are advised to park in the merchant parking lot, on 3rd Street, or at another convenient location.

The City of Newberg stated that cars parked on the street during the closure will be towed at the owner’s expense, per NMC 12.05.100 and ORS 811.550, to ensure safety.

On Aug. 15-16, residents will still be able to cross 2nd Street via Main Street, College Street, and River Street to access southern neighborhoods and the Memorial Park area. Barricades will be removed on Saturday morning.

For more information, visit the City of Newberg website.

Winner Winner PDX Food Cart Leaves Newberg, Moves to Portland

NEWBERG, Ore.—The fried chicken food cart Winner Winner PDX announced its relocation from Newberg to a downtown Portland food cart pod on Aug. 11, 2024. As of Aug. 12, the food truck is no longer at The Bite of Newberg.

Winner Winner PDX began serving customers in the Willamette Valley on Aug. 11, 2023, parking its pink food truck outside Day Wines in Dundee, Oregon. On Sept. 8, 2023, the truck moved to The Bite of Newberg.

According to owners Harley Shepherd and Sarah Bird, the food cart will now be stationed at The Cart Blocks in Portland, located at 770 W. Burnside St., near Powell’s Independent Bookstore.

Stay updated on Winner Winner PDX’s Instagram.

Newberg-Dundee Police to Focus on DUII Enforcement Through Labor Day

NEWBERG, Ore.—The Newberg-Dundee Police Department (NDPD) announced that officers will participate in a sober driving campaign from Aug. 16 through Labor Day weekend.

“This is a focused enforcement effort to detect and arrest motorists who are driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol,” the release states. “NDPD receives grant funding through the Oregon Department of Transportation and Oregon Impact to staff additional officers, including our Drug Recognition Expert, for periodic traffic enforcement operations such as this.”

NDPD encourages drivers to consider safe alternatives to driving after consuming drugs or alcohol, such as walking or using ride-sharing services like Lyft or Uber.

Newsberg Awarded LION Sustainability Audit and Funding Program

NEWBERG, Ore.—Local Independent Online News (LION) Publishers Organization announced that 44 news outlets across North America, including Newsberg Media, were selected for its Sustainability Audit and Funding program.

“The program includes a thorough assessment of each participating news business, with actionable recommendations, resources, and up to $20,000 in direct funding to help them take the next steps toward organizational sustainability,” stated the release from LION Publishers.

Media organizations are paired with hyperlocal media experts who help identify pathways to financial stability and sustainability based on the organization’s goals and market. Funding is then awarded to assist in achieving those goals.

As owner and editor of Newsberg Media, I am thrilled to share this announcement. Many of you have been following along since I sent my first newsletter in April 2023, recognizing the need for true community journalism that tells all the stories in town, not just the ones that get the most clicks.

I’ve been rewarded by steadily growing subscribers, supporters, and advertisers who believe in and help fund this mission. This audit will help the business grow its subscriber base, integrate technology to amplify my efforts, and set me on a path to stabilizing the business so I can do this full-time.

If you see more Newsberg out in the wild soon, don’t be surprised! And as always, tell your friends, family, neighbors, and even your dog about Newsberg. We can only grow with more people validating the mission through viewership and contributions.

Read the full release from LION Publishers.

Local Habitat for Humanity Receives LIFT Funds

NEWBERG, Ore.—The Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) organization awarded the Newberg Area Habitat for Humanity (NAHH) $400,000 to help fund a proposed two-unit dwelling, according to a press release from NAHH.

“LIFT funds are an important revenue stream that has been crucial to Habitat home building in Newberg,” the release states. “LIFT funding was instrumental in the ongoing construction at the College Street sites, where three homes are being built.”

The LIFT fund was created by the Oregon Legislature in 2017 to encourage and support affordable housing construction in rural communities and communities of color. OHCS announced nearly $23 million in funding for affordable homes across Oregon.

NAHH has received LIFT funds annually from 2022 to 2024. Applications must include the amount of funds requested, a proposed budget and spending plan, the construction budget, and resumes of NAHH employees. The applications are scored based on development capacity, experience, equity and community engagement, financial viability, and project details.

The funds are earmarked for administration and payment for the land at 1201 E. 5th St. in Newberg. Work is scheduled to begin in winter, with construction starting in spring 2025.

NHS Boosters Seek Sponsorship for 2024-2025 School Year

NEWBERG, Ore.—Newberg High School (NHS) Boosters have announced their 2024-2025 sponsorship campaign, taking place during August.

“Newberg High School Boosters is proud to be the financial backbone of student athletics and activities at Newberg High School,” the release stated. “Thanks to our dedicated fundraising efforts, we contribute $80,000 to $100,000 annually to support student programs. This success is made possible by strong relationships with community members and local businesses.”

Sponsorships range from $250 to $2,500, with options to contribute other amounts. Various sponsorships are available, from supporting the NHS student store to funding scholarships for students.

Learn more via the NHS Booster Google Form.