🌱 Oregon City Daily: I-205 Tolls + Campus Leader

Hello, neighbors! Dan Shalin here with the Friday copy of the Oregon City Daily.

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First, today's weather:

Sun and areas of high clouds. High: 48 Low: 36.

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Here are the top stories in Oregon City today:

1. Clackamas County residents voice concerns about proposed I-205 tolls (KPTV.com)
2. Student government president hopes to return to campus (The Clackamas Print)
3. Two County Government Buildings Close After Concerning Call (Oregon City Patch)
4. Salmon flood upper Clackamas River in largest run since 1958 (KOIN.com)
5. Clackamas County Government: Serenity And Haven Houses (Press Release Desk)
6. Clackamas County Government: HACC Contract Awards For Supportive Housing Services (Press Release Desk)
7. Clackamas County Government: Early Success: Regional Long-Term Rent Assistance Program (Press Release Desk)
8. Neighbors in Milwaukie help light up COVID survivor's Christmas (KATU)

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Today in Oregon City:

• Portland's Own Nutcracker (6:30 PM)

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Oregon City Patch Notebook

• City of Oregon City: "Notice new flags or markers on park trees? We've flagged trees throughout our parks system to be assessed by a certified arborist this winter. Assessments by arborists help ascertain the health and wellbeing of our park tree canopy. Tree..." (Instagram)
• Oregon City - City Hall: "The City of Oregon City advises residents and boaters that the Clackamette Park Boat Ramp is closed to motorized vehicles and boat trailers due to safety concerns. A temporary closure has been in effect since October 2021 and this closur..." (Facebook)
• Oregon City Chamber of Commerce: "DT Glass, Inc. makes incredible glass pieces like this custom display case. Check out what else they can do and talk to them about any of your glass needs. #oregoncitychamber #shoplocal #occoc #chambercrush #supportlocal #supportcommunit..." (Facebook)
• Oregon City Chamber of Commerce: "Christmas Trees at Grocery Outlet #oregoncitychamberofcommerce #chambercrush #Holidays #christmastree #shoplocal #supportlocal #supportcommunity" (Facebook)
• Oregon City Year Round Farmers Market: "Visit Alpine Candle on Saturday!" (Facebook)
• Oregon City Chamber of Commerce: "Come volunteer this Saturday with Clackamas County, Oregon to plant trees and shrubs to keep the community land projects healthy. #oregoncitychamberofcommerce #chambercrush #occoc #volunteer #planttrees #supportlocal #supportcommunity" (Facebook)
• Oregon City Chamber of Commerce: "Fill a Stocking, Fill a Heart has an all day fundraiser happening tomorrow. Come check it out, get come coffee and pastries, and support a great cause. #oregoncitychamberofcommerce #chambercrush #occoc #holidays #donate #nonprofit #suppo..." (Facebook)
• Oregon City Chamber of Commerce: "Tree Lighting Ceremony happens this Saturday in Downtown Oregon City ! 🎄⛄🦌 #oregoncitychamberofcommerce #chambercrush #Holidays #occoc #supportlocal #supportcommunity" (Facebook)
• City of Oregon City Parks and Recreation: "Did you participate in our summer camps? Don't forget we also have Winter Break Camps! Sign up before space fills up at: http://ow.ly/b6PZ50H0giM Or for more information visit: https://www.orcity.org/parksandrecreation/ocpr-winter-break-..." (Facebook)
• Oregon City Chamber of Commerce: "Operation Santa is back in full swing. Clackamas Fire is collecting donations to support families in need this holiday. For details on where and what to bring see details below. #oregoncitychamber #occoc #chambercrush #santa #supportloca..." (Facebook)
• Oregon City Chamber of Commerce: "Soulflags Art Lit Community Center has a greG Holiday Bookfair event happening this Saturday. Come browse gifts for the holidays and have some fun. #oregoncitychamberofcommerce #chambercrush #occoc #Holidays #bookfair #art #supportlocal ..." (Facebook)
• Oregon City Chamber of Commerce: "Tomorrow join Children's Center as they put on a Christmas Giving Breakfast. It only will this be a ton of fun, but they will have raffles and be raising money for the kids in our community. #oregoncitychamberofcommerce #chambercrush #Ho..." (Facebook)
• Oregon City Chamber of Commerce: "Holiday Art Show and Sale this weekend. Support our local artists and their Beautiful work, and pick up some holiday gifts. Three Rivers Artist Guild and Gallery #oregoncitychamberofcommerce #chambercrush #Holidays #occoc #art #artshow #..." (Facebook)
• Oregon City Public Library: "December's Creative Kits for Kids (ages 2-9): Snow Sculptures Using Model Magic, create a snow scene of your choice. Your sculpture will air dry and harden in a few days. . Kit includes: Model Magic Materials you need at home: Anything ..." (Instagram)

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— Dan Shalin

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Oregon City Daily? I'm all ears. You can contact me at dan.shalin@patch.com.