The Giving Town

The Story of 5Rock Ranch - with Scott Bradley

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1931556/fan_mail/new] In this episode, Scott Bradley shares the story behind 5Rock Ranch, a nonprofit located on a 108-acre property in Yamhill County that provides a place of healing and refuge for families and individuals facing extremely difficult circumstances.  In our conversation, you’ll learn: * How the ranch got started and the vision behind it * The kinds of experiences and programs they offer for kids and families * Stories of lives that have been impacted and transformed * Why spaces like this are so needed in today’s world * Some unique challenges being faced by the ranch * How you can get involved and support the mission To learn more about 5 Rock Ranch or find ways to get involved, visit their website at www.5rockranch.com [https://www.5rockranch.com/]. This podcast is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group [https://www.thejoyfulrobertsgroup.com/], a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To subscribe to our newsletter [https://thejoyfulrobertsgroup.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=74e35c5fcbb508406ad4c83bd&id=9ee2ddd38a], click the link. The Joyful Roberts Group Support the show [https://www.thejoyfulrobertsgroup.com/supportthegivingtown]

State of the City 2026 - with Newberg Mayor Bill Rosacker and City Manager Will Worthey

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1931556/fan_mail/new] In this episode, Newberg Mayor Bill Rosacker and City Manager Will Worthey join the podcast to talk about the current state of our city. We discuss what’s going well, what has changed over the past several years, some of the the challenges Newberg is facing, and how decisions are made when it comes to growth, infrastructure, housing, and the city budget. We also talk about the roles of the City Manager and Mayor, how residents can stay informed and involved, and what both leaders are hopeful about as they look ahead. If you’ve ever wondered how city government works behind the scenes and how it impacts your everyday life, this conversation will give you a better understanding. Some of the other topics discussed include: * Collina housing project density * Urban growth boundary * Traffic light cameras * Newberg's focus on debt reduction * Will's new contract with the city * The old mill site * Newberg water bill costs * River Street project * Riverfront master plan To learn more about the City of Newberg, visit www.newbergoregon.gov [https://www.newbergoregon.gov/] This podcast is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group [https://www.thejoyfulrobertsgroup.com/], a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To subscribe to our newsletter [https://thejoyfulrobertsgroup.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=74e35c5fcbb508406ad4c83bd&id=9ee2ddd38a], click the link. The Joyful Roberts Group Support the show [https://www.thejoyfulrobertsgroup.com/supportthegivingtown]

Celebrating 20 Years of Chapters Books & Coffee - with Maureen Rogers

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1931556/fan_mail/new] Chapters Books & Coffee has been a cornerstone of downtown Newberg for two decades, and in this episode, Owner Maureen Rogers shares the story behind it. We talk about how Chapters originally got started, how she and her husband Bill became the owners, and what it’s been like to run a community-minded bookstore and coffee shop while raising a family. Maureen also shares how she chooses the books they carry, why having books is still essential in a digital world, and the role Chapters plays in Newberg today. We dig into some of her favorite memories, the businesses Chapters has helped support along the way, and what the 20-year anniversary milestone means to her.  This podcast is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group [https://www.thejoyfulrobertsgroup.com/], a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To subscribe to our newsletter [https://thejoyfulrobertsgroup.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=74e35c5fcbb508406ad4c83bd&id=9ee2ddd38a], click the link above. The Joyful Roberts Group Support the show [https://www.thejoyfulrobertsgroup.com/supportthegivingtown]

Fascinating Stories from Newberg's History - with Author George P. Edmonston

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1931556/fan_mail/new] George P. Edmonston is a writer and historian who spent years writing stories about Newberg's history in his Newberg Graphic column, "Tales from the Grubby End." He then collected many of those stories and included them in his book, Stories from the Grubby End. He was also the editor of OSU’s alumni magazine, the Oregon Stater for many years. In this episode, George shares some of his favorite stories and characters from Newberg's past along with the inspiration behind the series. We also discuss how George became fascinated with history from a young age and how his life journey brought him to write historical stories about Newberg.  You can buy his book online or check out a copy at the library.  This podcast is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group [https://www.thejoyfulrobertsgroup.com/], a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To subscribe to our newsletter [https://thejoyfulrobertsgroup.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=74e35c5fcbb508406ad4c83bd&id=9ee2ddd38a], click the link above. The Joyful Roberts Group Support the show [https://www.thejoyfulrobertsgroup.com/supportthegivingtown]

Inspiring Youth and Encouraging Families - with See Ya Later Foundation

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1931556/fan_mail/new] The See Ya Later Foundation began with a simple phrase from Scott Banke, who would say “See ya later” instead of goodbye during his battle with cancer. His courage and positive attitude left behind a legacy of hope, courage, and faith. After his passing, his mom, Carmen Banke, and their family launched the foundation to carry that spirit forward. Today, the foundation awards scholarships to students, hosts youth inspiration camps, and supports families facing medical crises — impacting thousands of kids and parents in Newberg and beyond. In this episode, Carmen shares: * The story of her son Scott and how his words became the foundation’s mission * What makes See Ya Later youth camps and scholarships unique * Stories of encouragement and lives changed through the foundation’s outreach * The role of faith, family, and community in carrying forward Scott’s legacy * How you can get involved and support this mission of hope To learn more or get involved, visit seeyalater.org [https://seeyalater.org/] This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group [https://www.thejoyfulrobertsgroup.com/], a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To subscribe to our newsletter [https://thejoyfulrobertsgroup.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=74e35c5fcbb508406ad4c83bd&id=9ee2ddd38a], click the link above. Support the show [https://www.thejoyfulrobertsgroup.com/supportthegivingtown]