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The Giving Town
by Daniel Roberts
The Giving Town Podcast is dedicated to sharing stories of hope and generosity in Newberg, Oregon. We interview the amazing people who are dedicating their lives to make Newberg and the surrounding area an amazing place to live. The Giving Town Podcast is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local, family-run real estate team dedicated to serving the Newberg community and beyond.
Episodes
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How Newberg High School is Preparing Students for the Future - with Principal Mark Brown
Send us Fan Mail From rising anxiety rates and social media to artificial intelligence and the pressure to choose a relevant career, high school students today are facing challenges unlike any generation before them. In today's episode, Newberg High School Principal Mark Brown shares how our…
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The Story of Jem 100 - with Tom Vondrachek
Send us Fan Mail Tom and Linda Vondrachek bought Jem 100 in 1989 and for 35 years they operated Newberg’s iconic 1950’s-style diner. Not only did they serve thousands of local families with amazing and affordable food, they were also some of Newberg’s most generous business owners. Today, the...
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The Future of Newberg-Dundee Schools - with Superintendent Dave Parker
Send us Fan Mail The recent levy for the Newberg-Dundee school district may not have passed, but it raised important questions throughout our community. What happens now? How will students, teachers, and families be affected? And what does the future hold for Newberg-Dundee schools? In this...
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More Than Books: Newberg's Public Library - with Korie Buerkle
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Newberg Public Library Director Korie Buerkle shares how the library serves our community, how it has evolved over the years, and why public libraries continue to play such an important role in helping people learn, grow, and connect. In our conversation, you'll...
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Providing Hope for the Hurting - with Hope Chaplain
Send us Fan Mail 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...
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The Story of 5Rock Ranch - with Scott Bradley
Send us Fan Mail 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…
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State of the City 2026 - with Newberg Mayor Bill Rosacker and City Manager Will Worthey
Send us Fan Mail 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...
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Celebrating 20 Years of Chapters Books & Coffee - with Maureen Rogers
Send us Fan Mail 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...
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Fascinating Stories from Newberg's History - with Author George P. Edmonston
Send us Fan Mail 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...
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Inspiring Youth and Encouraging Families - with See Ya Later Foundation
Send us Fan Mail 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…
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The Story of Newberg’s Volunteer Superintendent – with Paula Radich
Send us Fan Mail In mid‑2024, the Newberg-Dundee School District uncovered a multi‑million‑dollar budget shortfall and the sitting superintendent went on leave. With the school year looming and finances in shambles, the school board needed someone who knew the community and could restore…
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The Legacy of George Fox University - with President Robin Baker
Send us Fan Mail President Robin Baker has been leading George Fox University since 2007 and in that time, George Fox has grown to become the largest private university in Oregon. George Fox is also consistently ranked among the top 3 Christian universities in Oregon. President Baker has also won...
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CPRD’s Exciting Plans for Newberg/Dundee in 2025-26 – with Superintendent Clay Downing
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Clay Downing, Superintendent of Chehalem Park & Recreation District (CPRD), breaks down the upcoming projects for Newberg and Dundee over the next few years. In our conversation, you’ll learn: What CPRD is and how it works How Clay’s background in planning will...
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Behind the Scenes of the Newberg-Dundee Police Department - with Police Chief Jeff Kosmicki
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Jeff Kosmicki, Police Chief of the Newberg-Dundee Police Department, offers an inside look at what it takes to keep Newberg ranked among Oregon’s safest cities. In our conversation, you’ll learn: How Jeff started his career in police work What it’s like being...
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The Story of the Don’t Give Up Movement - with Amy Wolff
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Amy Wolff, founder of the Don’t Give Up Movement, explains how a May 2017 initiative to place 20 encouraging yard signs around Newberg evolved into a global campaign. In our conversation, you will learn: The origin story: what compelled Amy to act on that rainy...
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Preventing Child Abuse in Yamhill County - with Juliette's House
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Russell Mark, President and CEO of Juliette’s House, shares about the life-changing work happening at Yamhill County’s child abuse intervention center. In our conversation, you’ll learn: What Juliette’s House actually does and how it supports children and…
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Bringing the Community Together - with Newberg Community Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Di Endicott and Peggy Kilburg share about the Newberg Community Mayor's Prayer Breakfast. During our conversation, you'll learn: The history and origins of the Newberg Mayor's Prayer Breakfast How the prayer breakfast works The importance of prayer in bringing…
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Wine That Makes a Difference - with Dobbes and Wine by Joe
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Michelle Bolliger with Dobbes Family Winery and Wine by Joe shares how they are using their passion for wine to make a difference in the community. Beyond making great wine, they have created a culture of generosity, supporting both local and national causes and...
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Resources for Seniors in Newberg - with John and Karen Roberts
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Seniors Real Estate Specialists John and Karen Roberts share some of the many resources available to seniors in the Newberg area. Many elderly seniors in our community face significant challenges, yet often feel isolated, alone, and are unaware of the resources...
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Rising from the Ashes - with Jack Maxwell III
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Jack Maxwell III shares his incredible story of resilience, redemption, and success. From a childhood marked by severe abuse, neglect, and addiction, Jack overcame numerous challenges to become a thriving business owner and a true community champion. Today, he…
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Advocating for our Community's Most Vulnerable Children - with Yamhill County CASA
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Sarah Johnson, Executive Director of Yamhill County CASA, shares how Court Appointed Special Advocates are making a difference in the lives of abused and neglected children. For many children, navigating the court system can feel overwhelming and lonely, but CASA...
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How Revino's Reusable Wine Bottles are Transforming the Industry - with Keenan O'Hern
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Revino co-founder Keenan O’hern shares how Revino is transforming the wine and glass bottle industry nationwide. While most wine bottles end up in the landfill or get melted down and turned into new bottles, Revino has developed a bottle that can be reused up to…
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Improving Political Culture in our Community – with Ron Mock
Send us Fan Mail Ron Mock from The Civility Project shares how we can improve the political culture in our communities and the importance of treating each other with respect during election season. In this episode, Ron shares: The importance of civility in local elections Insights from the local...
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Chasing Hope: A Reporter's Life - with Nicholas Kristof
Send us Fan Mail A two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author of multiple books, Nicholas Kristof has spent the last 40 years with The New York Times exposing global injustices and writing about situations many people find uncomfortable to even discuss. Nicholas grew up in Yamhill,...
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Preserving, Presenting, and Promoting Newberg's History - with Newberg Area Historical Society
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Britta Mansfield shares the importance of preserving, presenting, and promoting history with the Newberg Area Historical Society (NAHS). We also discuss some fun and interesting stories about Newberg, talk about her book, Newberg (Past and Present), and dive into...
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Celebrating 60 Years of Success - with A-dec
Send us Fan Mail A-dec has long been a major pillar of Newberg's community. In this episode, A-dec's CEO, Marv Nelson, and Head of Communications, Jordan Beanblossom share how A-dec became what it is today, the impact it has had on Newberg and the dental industry, what you can learn from the…
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Why Treating Each Other Well Matters Now More Than Ever - with Professor Phil Smith
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, George Fox University professor Phil Smith shares the importance of having a solid ethical framework and treating each other with honesty, kindness and respect. Phil has taught ethics and philosophy for over 40 years and has written several books on virtues and...
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Building Safe, Decent, and Affordable Homes - with Habitat for Humanity
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Shannon Selah, Executive Director of Newberg's Habitat for Humanity shares how this organization works to provide affordable housing to Newberg. She also shares how Habitat for Humanity works, how they go through the difficult process of selecting families for…
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Investing in Newberg's Future - with Embold Credit Union
Send us Fan Mail When Embold Credit Union came to Newberg at the end of 2023, they immediately began finding ways to get involved, contribute to local nonprofits, and support the community. In this episode, CEO Aaron Goff shares why he believes investing in communities is so important. He also...
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Keeping Children Safe and Families Together - with Safe Families for Children
Send us Fan Mail Safe Families for Children hosts vulnerable children and creates extended family-like support for families through a community of devoted volunteers who are motivated by compassion to keep children safe and families together. -Safe Families Mission Statement In this episode Deana...
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DCI's Story of Resilience and Tenacity - with Tim Murphy
Send us Fan Mail In April 2022, a fire destroyed one of DCI's main parts and assembly buildings. As one of the largest dental equipment suppliers in the world—and one of Newberg's largest employers—the results could have been catastrophic. But instead, what happened was nothing short of a…
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An Honest Conversation About Foster Care - with REACH Northwest
Send us Fan Mail REACH Northwest "mobilizes community to support & equip children and families impacted by foster care with programs, resources, and tools to help them thrive." In this episode, Executive Director Shirley Turner shares the importance of coming together as a community to support...
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Providing Excellent Healthcare in a Changing World - with Providence Newberg
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore how the Providence Newberg Medical Center and the Providence Newberg Health Foundation work together to provide excellent healthcare for the Newberg Community. Dr. Amy Schmitt, Chief Medical Officer and Interim CEO at Providence Newberg Medical Center,...
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How Ewing Young Changed Oregon’s History - with Doug Root
Send us Fan Mail Ewing Young played an instrumental role in Oregon's—and specifically Newberg's—formation. In this episode, Doug Root, co-founder of Ewing Young Distillery in Newberg, shares Ewing Young's family history and the story of how he came to Oregon. In this fascinating and engaging…
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Why Newberg is Oregon Wine Country's Premier Tourist Destination - with Taste Newberg
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Leigh Jensen, Executive Director of Taste Newberg, shares what makes Newberg such a great spot to visit. Taste Newberg is Newberg’s Destination Marketing Organization, and it helps use tourists' dollars to benefit our town. In this episode you'll learn about the...
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Reaching Young People Where They Are At - with Young Life
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Young Life Area Director Michael Rilee shares how Young Life reaches young people where they are at and helps them grow in their relationship with Jesus. Michael also shares about the unique challenges of being a Christian organization that reaches young people…
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There's No Shame in Asking - with Newberg Buy Nothing
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Winter Skyberg shares about the Buy Nothing groups in Newberg. The Buy Nothing project is a way for people to give and receive, share, lend, and express gratitude through the "gift economy", where true wealth is the web of connections formed between people who…
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The Story of Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center - with Stefanny Caballero
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Stefanny Caballero, Executive Director of the Virginia Garcia Memorial Foundation, will share the story of Virginia Garcia. We will also learn about how the health center got started, who it serves, and the critical role it plays in our community. Stefanny will...
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The Austin Family Legacy - with Ken Austin III and Loni Parrish
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Ken Austin III and Loni Parrish share the story of their parents, Ken and Joan Austin. Ken and Joan founded the dental equipment company A-dec, which is now the largest employer in Yamhill County, and were also behind the Allison Inn and Spa, which is now the...
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The Story of Provoking Hope - with Diane Reynolds
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Diane Reynolds shares the origin story of Provoking Hope, an organization that Diane founded in Yamhill County that helps individuals and families dealing with addiction through peer-based support and mentors. You’ll also learn how Diane’s life and career took…
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We Are Each Other’s Business - with Tiquette Bramlett
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Tiquette Bramlett shares her philosophy about how to be a good neighbor and friend. She also shares her story of moving to Oregon and how she came to be the first black woman hired to run a winery in the country. Tiquette has numerous accomplishments and awards,...
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A Legacy of Serving - with The Joyful Roberts Group
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Daniel is joined by his parents as they discuss the origins of The Giving Town Podcast and The Joyful Roberts Group. They also talk about serving Newberg as a family, what it’s like working with family, what makes Newberg so special, and the importance of taking...
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Making Housing, Childcare, and Business More Affordable - with Newberg City Manager Will Worthey
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we’ll be covering what’s happened since Will was last on the podcast, the city council’s yearly goals, the city’s goal to reduce debt, and most importantly how new changes in the city's System Development Charges (SDCs) will allow for more affordable housing…
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Supporting Those Who Support Us - with the Newberg-Dundee Police Foundation
Send us Fan Mail The Newberg-Dundee Police Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to aiding the Newberg-Dundee Police Department. In this episode, Jim Wheaton, current president of the Newberg-Dundee police Foundation shares how the Foundation supports the police department and...
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The Story of ARE Manufacturing and Tiger Manufacturing - with Alvin Elbert
Send us Fan Mail For over 40 years, Alvin Elbert has been serving the Newberg community with ARE Manufacturing. Alvin was also instrumental in the creation and development of Tiger Manufacturing, a manufacturing business at Newberg High School that is run by students at NHS. Alvin continues to…
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The Role of Quality, Affordable Education in a Changing World - with PCC Newberg
Send us Fan Mail Alfredo Moreno, Community Relations Manager at PCC shares how after being open for about a year after the COVID-19 pandemic, PCC is looking to expand its enrollment, get community feedback, and once again become a thriving center of affordable education in Newberg. We also…
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A Legacy of Success: Water Polo, Parks, and Rotary - with Jim McMaster
Send us Fan Mail Whether you know Jim McMaster as the water polo coach who won dozens of state championships, the CPRD parks supervisor who successfully implemented multiple parks and projects around Newberg, or as an active Rotarian, Jim is a beloved and well-known figure in our community. In…
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Building a Strong Business Community - with Chehalem Valley Chamber of Commerce
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Executive Director of the Chehealm Valley Chamber of Commerce (CVCC), Scott Parker, shares how our Chamber of Commerce supports our community. In this episode, you will learn: The role CVCC plays in our community What Scott has learned since he started in this…
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A Place to Find Healing and Peace - with Newberg Peace Garden
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Chris Murphy and Ciaran Hynes share how the Newberg Peace Garden provides a space for peace and healing for Newberg's community. In this episode, you will learn: The vision behind the Newberg Peace Garden and how the idea started How Newberg Peace Garden is...
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A Conversation with Newberg’s Mayor - with Bill Rosacker
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Newberg Mayor Bill Rosacker shares about his childhood growing up in Newberg, what it was like running for mayor, and several things that he and the city council are working to accomplish in Newberg. We also discussed SDCs, the cost of doing business in Newberg,...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Giving Town Podcast is dedicated to sharing stories of hope and generosity in Newberg, Oregon. We interview the amazing people who are dedicating their lives to make Newberg and the surrounding area an amazing place to live. The Giving Town Podcast is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local, family-run real estate team dedicated to serving the Newberg community and beyond.
HOSTED BY
Daniel Roberts
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