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Nikki DeBuse


ndebuse@woodburnindependent.com

Nikki DeBuse is publisher of Woodburn Independent newspaper. She began her career in journalism as a reporter in Woodburn covering police, city government and schools, and served as editor and general manager before becoming publisher in 2009. She is a 1988 graduate of University of Portland, with a bachelor of science degree in journalism. DeBuse is an award-winning news and feature writer, and has also been honored for special section design.

She is past president of the Woodburn Rotary Club, has served on the Woodburn Area Chamber of Commerce board of directors and is past president of Love, Santa Inc., a local non-profit that provides food and toys during the holidays. She also serves on the board of directors for Woodburn's Main Street program and Woodburn Downtown Association, focusing on revitalization of the historic downtown area where Woodburn Independent's office is located.

Nikki lives in Woodburn with her two children, Alex and Trinity. The family spends summers outdoors, camping along the McKenzie River and exploring decomissioned fire lookouts.


Most recently published articles:
A far-fetched tale of dogs, cats, war and Band-Aids 4/10/2013 10:06:06 AM
Cupcakes and TED Talks are good for the soul 2/20/2013 10:09:26 AM
Fire destroys a Woodburn home on Saturday night 12/24/2012 10:31:57 AM
Yes, you can now take the Woodburn Independent with you 12/18/2012 6:50:47 PM
Leadership class can build a better city 11/15/2012 3:19:59 PM
Cleanup day a huge success 7/31/2012 12:36:23 PM
Look for two new faces at West Coast Bank 5/16/2012 11:12:14 AM
Woodburn Proud will collect donations in aftermath of fire at Woodburn High School 5/12/2012 8:22:10 AM
Update: Police call high school fire arson, three teens arrested 5/11/2012 10:46:06 PM
How to trim the time and money spent on coupon clipping 5/8/2012 10:06:37 AM
Taylor Motorcycles owner still plugging away at 80 years young 5/8/2012 9:30:58 AM
The joy of cooking has left me 4/3/2012 10:58:51 AM
Local business expanding to provide better service 3/27/2012 10:29:06 AM
Woodburn clean-up crews make an impact 3/20/2012 11:15:13 AM
Local farm-fresh produce available throughout summer 2/28/2012 10:19:36 AM
Mom contest offers free makeover to winner 2/15/2012 1:35:41 PM
Newspaper wants to hear from its readers 1/24/2012 9:11:19 AM
Long Bros. holding ‘Ladies Night’ to help comfort level at hardware store 1/24/2012 8:59:27 AM
Woodburn Vision Source welcomes new doctor 1/3/2012 2:10:41 PM
‘Best Buy Mom’ may be taking it a bit too far 12/20/2011 11:07:43 AM
Glogau earns prestigious financial designation 11/1/2011 2:01:35 PM
Woodburn teens fighting on YouTube highlights problem 10/25/2011 12:42:31 PM
Halloween costume contest will take place in downtown Woodburn on Oct. 31 10/11/2011 10:24:16 AM
A special time with my daughter 10/4/2011 9:12:54 AM
Business roundup: Kitzhaber declares October "Oregon Chiropractic Health and Wellness Month" 9/27/2011 10:13:11 AM
Taylor Motorcyles gives away free bike 9/22/2011 1:50:41 PM
Point/Counterpoint on Woodburn School District's decision to allow random drug searches in its middle and high schools 9/6/2011 11:01:57 AM
Les Schwab injects pride in community 9/6/2011 10:16:42 AM
Independent goes weekly 8/16/2011 10:22:08 AM
Swenson to leave FPMS post for Silverton job 4/20/2010 8:29:50 AM


Other recently published articles:
Recognition 11/13/2009 3:19:42 PM
Cleaning up the town 9/15/2009 9:55:46 AM

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