North Morrow
Volume XXXIII
Number 6
November 7, 2025
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Port water storage lagoons commissioned Boardman, OR – The first of two massive lagoons at the Port of Morrow to store water for reuse is now being commissioned and put into service. The second lagoon is nearing completion. Combined, the two lagoons will hold 1.6 billion gallons of water sent to the Port from local food processors, industries and data centers. Construction of the new lagoons is essential to meet stricter Department of Environmental Quality requirements that include a ban on winter-season land application of the Port’s reuse water starting November 1. The lagoons are part of a larger, multi-million-dollar project to enhance the Port’s processing of industrial wastewater for beneficial agricultural reuse. Anaerobic digesters are already in place and advance planning is underway for a secondary water treatment system. “The Port accelerated the timeline for construction of the
by November 1.” Industrial water that contains nutrients is processed by the Port, then piped to nearby farms to reuse the water and nutrients to grow crops in lieu of farmers using other water sources and chemical fertilizers. Plants need nitrogen and other minerals in their growing cycle.
Community comes together to support families impacted by July fire in Boardman Boardman, Oregon — October 15, 2025 — The Boardman Chamber of Commerce is honored to announce that a total of $55,000 in community donations has been distributed to assist local families who lost their homes during the devastating fire in July. Thanks to the generosity of local businesses and organizations, these funds provided essential support to families as they worked to rebuild their lives. Donations were coordinated through both the Chamber of Commerce and BCDA, ensuring direct assistance reached those in need. Major Contributors Included: · Threemile Canyon Farms · Garrett Electric · Amazon
· Our Lady of Guadalupe · Pine Gate Renewables · Windwave Communications In addition to monetary support, several community members also donated goods and services, including gift cards and handmade quilts. Notably, contributions were provided by the Edwards Family, Akers Family, and Darleen Strid, whose generosity added a personal touch to the relief efforts. Community Impact These combined contributions — totaling $61,000 in direct and in-kind support — demonstrate the power of community collaboration and compassion. Both the Chamber and BCDA extend their sincere gratitude to every business and individual who stepped forward
to help during this difficult time. “Moments like this remind us of what makes Boardman such a special place to live” said Torrie Philippi-Griggs, CEO of the Boardman Chamber of Commerce and Executive Director of BCDA. “The outpouring of support from local partners and families truly reflects the strength and heart of our community.” About the Boardman Chamber of Commerce The Boardman Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to promoting visibility, voice, and value for local businesses through a network of business, community, and tourism partnerships.
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SAGE Center hosts annual Holiday Makers Market — Celebrating local creativity and community spirit
Boardman, OR — The SAGE Center is proud to announce the return of its Holiday Makers Market, taking place Friday, November 7 from 5–8 PM (Ladies Night) and Saturday, November 8 from 11 AM–3 PM (Family Day) at the SAGE Event Center in Boardman. This two-day event transforms the Event Center into a festive marketplace filled with more than 30 talented local
lagoons by a full year in order to provide additional time to plan for secondary treatment of water that is used for land application,” explained Port Executive Director Lisa Mittelsdorf. “The key deliverable was having the storage capacity to eliminate winter land application of our reuse water
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makers, artisans, and small businesses offering handcrafted gifts, décor, baked goods, and creative treasures—just in time for the holiday season. The Holiday Makers Market is an expanded and reimagined version of the SAGE Center’s former Winter For more information, visit www.visitsage.com or follow the SAGE Center on Facebook at @SAGECenterOR.