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Morning Oregon City! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Clackamas County’s DA is reviewing this officer-involved shooting now
  • Why this long-listed Oregon City fixer is drawing so many clicks
  • Where does Oregon City boys hoops land in the new state rankings?

Also on today's calendar: Trail School: Fundamentals @ Newell Creek and 5 more events.

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Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Thursday: A brief shower or two, with a high of 59 and low of 48 degrees.
  • Friday: Low clouds, temps: high: 56, low: 42.
  • Saturday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 50 and low of 45 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Clackamas Co DA Issues Statement On Officer-Involved Shooting (freedom970.com) — Clackamas County prosecutors, based in Oregon City, have released new details on last week’s officer-involved shooting that left a 19-year-old Wilsonville man critically injured after he allegedly advanced on deputies with an axe. The case, now under review by a grand jury and investigated by neighboring police departments, has both involved deputies on paid administrative leave while the use of force is evaluated.
   

2. The 15 most viewed Oregon homes for sale in 2025 based on online Redfin searches will surprise you (oregonlive.com) — One of Oregon’s most-viewed Redfin listings is a 1955 fixer on South End Road in Oregon City, drawing over 25,000 online views while sitting on the market more than a year. The 1.32-acre property is pitched as a rebuild or multi-unit opportunity, and listing notes also flag ongoing Clackamas County road work on South End Road that neighbors may notice.
   

3. Boys basketball: Southridge, Scappoose, Valley Catholic headline latest coaches polls (forestgrovenewstimes.com) — Oregon City High School’s boys basketball team opens the 2025–26 season ranked No. 5 in the statewide 6A coaches poll after a 2–0 start. The latest rankings also spotlight top contenders across all Oregon classifications, giving local fans a sense of how Oregon City stacks up against programs like Central Catholic, Southridge, and Tualatin.
   

4. Historic floods of Oregon: A look at the state's most destructive flood events from 1861 to 1996 (opb.org) — Massive floods have repeatedly reshaped Oregon, including one that nearly erased Willamette Falls and inundated downtown Oregon City around the municipal elevator. This historical look back traces major floods from the 1860s through 1996, highlighting how storms, snowmelt, and river surges devastated communities and spurred new protections across the state.
   

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    Friday December 12
  • Needle Felting
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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Before & After Kitchen Update!
    Hey neighbors! Wanted to share a recent kitchen transformation. Before: The original kitchen was pretty dated—older white cabinets, a rounded island… (Nextdoor McLoughlin)
  • Transform your property with full-service lawn care, detailed leaf cleanups, and professional gutter maintenance.
    We handle every part of your exterior so your home looks clean, polished, and perfectly maintained - season after season. Unite Fencing LLC (Nextdoor Quiet Oak)
  • The Stepping Stones Group, LLC posted a job opening for Paraprofessional / Educator in Oregon City. Apply here.
  • Healthcare Services Group posted a job opening for Housekeeper (On Call) in Oregon City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Oregon City here.

Ok Oregon City! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

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