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Thursday, August 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Oregon City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Friends and family held a vigil Wednesday evening near Carver Park to honor 32-year-old Germain Merilan—who accidentally drowned in the Clackamas River last month—and to remember his hard work and love for his family. KPTV
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ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Authorities announced yesterday that the recreational use advisory for the Willamette River has expanded from the Ross Island Bridge to the Columbia River because of an algae bloom—officials advise avoiding high-speed water activities. Samples were collected for lab testing, and officials will update the advisory based on the results. KPTV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oregon lawmakers passed HB 2005 to remove the need for imminent danger from civil commitment laws, making it easier for doctors to hold people who may hurt themselves or others; the law will take effect in January. Parents, mental health advocates and defense lawyers remain divided on the change, and HB 2059 sets aside $65 million for new secure residential facilities—updating the state’s mental health support options. KATU
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Open Studio at Soulflags
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Soulflags Art Community Center — Small fee for materials — Bring your art project to life and experiment with new creative techniques.
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Oregon City Summer Farmers Market
10 AM – 3 PM — Oregon City Farmers Market — Free entry — Celebrate local agriculture and enjoy fresh produce at the market's new location.
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Yarn Enthusiasts Society
3:00–5:00 p.m. — Oregon City Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate fiber arts at this crochet meetup led by a local artist.
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Open Studio Art Session
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Soulflags Art Community Center — Small fee for materials — Bring your art project and explore new techniques with community volunteers.
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Acrylic Painting Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Soulflags Art Community Center — $25 — Create a beautiful landscape using easy-to-use acrylic paints on canvas with all supplies included.
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Summer Bash for National Senior Citizens Day
12:30-2:00 p.m. — Pioneer Community Center — Free entry — Celebrate National Senior Citizens Day with festive activities and bingo.
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Monsters the Musical – Summer Camp Performance
12:30-2:00 p.m. — Oregon City Children's Theatre — $5 admission, $6 credit — Witness a delightful showcase of young talents as they present a one-act musical after an intensive week of camp.
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Elyville Neighborhood Association Ice Cream Social
1 PM — Barclay Hills City Park — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful afternoon of ice cream and community fun in the park.
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Open Studio at Soulflags
12-3 p.m. — Soulflags Art Community Center — Small fee for materials — Unleash your creativity with personal projects or explore new artistic endeavors.
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Goldilocks and the Three Chairs Play Workshop
10 a.m.-3 p.m. — Oregon City Children's Theatre — $50 — Experience a whirlwind of creativity with a fast-paced theatre workshop for ages 9-18.
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