Good morning, Oregon City.

Retired Oregon City Police K9 Mac passed away Wednesday — he served since 2014, retired in July 2020, and lived with Officer Bill Horton's family after retirement — leaving a lasting legacy in the community.

TriMet approved its $1.9 billion budget for 2026 yesterday—lawmakers are backing a small payroll tax increase that could help avoid service cuts to routes and hours starting in 2027.

The Oregon Senate passed a bill banning plastic film bags used at checkout in restaurants, grocery stores and other retail locations—Senate Bill 551 passed with a vote of 22 to 8—and now awaits Governor Kotek’s approval.

Live Local Music with Jordan Sings

8-10 p.m. — The Hardware Store Cocktail Bar — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of local tunes every Saturday night at this popular venue.

L-280 Followership to Leadership Training

9 AM – 5 PM — Clackamas Community College — Registration closed — Engage in valuable training for leadership in wildland fire management.

Instrumental Jazz Night

7:30-9 p.m. — Osterman Theatre, Clackamas Community College — $5 general admission, free for CCC students — Experience an evening of jazz featuring student-led performances and special guest trombonist Chris Shuttleworth.

Contemporary Music Ensemble and Songwriters Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Clackamas Community College — $5 for public, free for CCC students — Enjoy classic pop/rock covers and original songs featuring a special collaboration with the Wind Ensemble.

Bingo at the Pioneer Community Center

12:30-2 p.m. — Pioneer Community Center — 25 cents per card — Enjoy an entertaining afternoon of Bingo with prizes at this weekly event.

HOMM HeartRecovery Ministry Workshop

6:30-9 p.m. — Freedom House — Free entry — Experience one-on-one prayer ministry for healing and spiritual growth in a supportive setting.

Five-Day Backflow Tester Certification Course

8 AM – 5 PM — Clackamas Community College — Cost varies — Become certified as a Backflow Assembly Tester in this comprehensive training course.

Product Specific Medicare Meeting

2:30-3:30 p.m. — The Pioneer Adult Community Center — Free entry — Discover in-depth benefits of Medicare plans with expert advisors.

The Look Back Lecture Series: Birds of the Pacific Northwest

7-8 p.m. — Museum of the Oregon Territory — Free entry — Explore the beautiful bird species of Oregon through stunning photography and engaging storytelling.

2025 WSTC Summer Series #2

11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — 14388 S Maplelane Rd, Oregon City, OR — $20 Registration Fee — Compete in the annual pole vault series with prizes for top athletes.