The Story of 5Rock Ranch - with Scott Bradley

Providing Hope for the Hurting - with Hope Chaplain

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1931556/fan_mail/new] In this episode, Leo Keelan from Hope Chaplain shares about his world as a Public Safety Chaplain. From collaborating alongside our local first responders to filling the critical gaps in crisis care, this episode will help you understand what it truly means to show up for people when they need it most. In today’s episode, Leo shares: * How Hope Chaplain got started and the personal journey that led to this crisis work. * What a typical week looks like when your job revolves around navigating trauma. * The art of how to actually show up for someone in their worst moments. * How they work hand-in-hand with our local police and fire departments to build a community safety net. * The gaps we currently face in community crisis care and how Newberg benefits from filling them. * Practical, actionable ways that you can get involved and support this critical mission. Links & Resources: * To learn more or to support Hope Chaplain, visit: www.hopechaplain.com [https://www.hopechaplain.com/about] * Subscribe to our newsletter [http://eepurl.com/izQCaE] for podcast notifications, Living in Newberg YouTube videos, local updates, and homeowner tips This podcast is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell your home anywhere around Newberg and beyond, we would love to serve as your real estate advisors. Feel free to learn more about us at TheJoyfulRobertsGroup.com [http://thejoyfulrobertsgroup.com]. The Joyful Roberts Group Support the show [https://www.thejoyfulrobertsgroup.com/supportthegivingtown]

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]