What Recession?
A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of going to the Tualatin Chamber’s 2026 State and National Economic Outlook presentation at Tualatin Country...
Birders Flock to Wildlife Refuge for Weekend Blitz
Local birders scoured the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge on Sunday, Feb. 15, with beanies and binoculars.
“The Cornell Lab of Ornithology runs several citizen...
Tualatin CIO President’s Report: What’s in Your Go-Bag?
Tualatin’s Community Involvement Organizations (CIOs) support CERT training. Why? Nearly every day, the news reminds us how quickly life can change. Firestorms, severe wind...
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse Makes Its Tigard Debut
The bustling energy of Fogo de Chão is apparent the moment you walk through the door. We were greeted by enthusiastic and attentive hosts,...
2026 Retirement Planning Highlights
If you’re nearing retirement—or already there—2026 isn’t just another year on the calendar. It’s a pivotal moment when the decisions you make about taxes,...
Aging in Place: Connection Matters
Some folks, like my fellow columnist Susan Noack, are deeply woven into the fabric of the community. Susan leads the Aging Task Force and...
Save the Date for Bulky Waste!
Tualatin’s annual Bulky Waste Day is on Saturday, April 11th, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Republic Services in Wilsonville (10295 SW Ridder...
A Show and Tell with Tualatin History
On March 4, the Tualatin Historical Society will host its “Show and Tell Event” from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., featuring five residents with...
The Next Big Act
“How long have you been working here?” A dreaded pause follows the question. I never quite know how to answer. Truthfully, on one hand,...
Mayor’s Corner: Substance Abuse Prevention Is Everyone’s Business
Spring is a season of fresh starts – and in Tualatin, it’s also a reminder that some of our most important work happens quietly,...
