Volunteering, City Leadership & Big Questions for Oregon – Newsmakers At Noon 4/8/26

Posted on April 8, 2026

🎙️ Guest: Michelle from Powerland Heritage Park joined us to promote their upcoming Volunteer Fair on April 11th. With multiple museums on-site, they’re looking for volunteers of all kinds to help preserve history and support the community.
🔗 Learn more: https://www.antiquepowerland.com/events/volunteer-faire-at-powerland-heritage-park
🎟️ Get tickets: https://www.halfpriceoregon.com/

🏛️ Guest: Salem Mayor Julie Hoy provided updates on city issues, including the status of the ethics complaint, as well as insights into the ongoing campaign season.

We discussed the role of forums and debates, why some formats are more effective than others, and where voters can go to learn more about her positions and campaign.  🔗 https://www.julieforsalem.com/

📊 We also covered broader political and regional developments, including reports that Clackamas and Washington Counties have declined Portland’s request for financial support, raising questions about regional cooperation and fiscal responsibility.

📣 A KATU story and poll added to the conversation around public sentiment and priorities in Oregon.

🔗 https://katu.com/news/local/clackamas-county-rejects-portlands-4m-homeless-funding-request-amid-trust-concerns-keith-wilson-oregon-city-homelessness-shelters

💰 On the statewide level, new reporting shows Governor Tina Kotek’s fundraising reaching multi-million dollar levels, driven by corporate, labor, and national donors—highlighting the scale and stakes of upcoming elections.

🔗 https://rightnoworegon.com/2026/04/07/corporate-labor-and-national-donors-drive-kotek-fundraising-to-multi-million-dollar-levels/

A wide-ranging discussion on community involvement, local leadership, and the bigger political picture shaping Oregon’s future.

 

Political Broadcast Notice: Appearance by a legally qualified candidate is provided in accordance with FCC equal opportunities requirements (47 U.S.C. §315). The views expressed are those of the candidate and do not necessarily reflect those of the station. Other legally qualified candidates for this office may request comparable airtime by contacting the station.

 

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