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The Giving Town

The Giving Town

By: Daniel Roberts
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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.

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Episodes
  • The Story of 5Rock Ranch - with Scott Bradley
    Apr 28 2026

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    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.

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • State of the City 2026 - with Newberg Mayor Bill Rosacker and City Manager Will Worthey
    Feb 11 2026

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    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

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    1 hr and 31 mins
  • Celebrating 20 Years of Chapters Books & Coffee - with Maureen Rogers
    Dec 12 2025

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    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.

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    54 mins
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