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Crushing defeat reveals shocking truth about Utah Royals vs Portland Thorns
Ah, Utah Royals FC! That team that makes you believe in the impossible, even when the numbers say otherwise. Last Friday's match against Orlando Pride was a real massacre, but, as they say, "what doesn't kill you makes you stronger". And the Royals will need a lot of strength to face the Portland Thorns this weekend.
Oregon Health Authority issues measles advisory
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and county public health officials are investigating two cases of measles in a single Clackamas County household. One household member, an unvaccinated adult, was confirmed to have measles Friday, June 14. The individual developed a rash June 11. While the time range of the exposure is believed to be between May 19 and June 4, the specific location of the exposure, which occurred in Marion County, is unknown, suggesting there may be other, unreported measles cases in Oregon, according to...
Bond could benefit Chemeketa in Woodburn, Brooks
A bond measure headed for the November ballot could stand to benefit the Chemeketa Community College annexes in both Woodburn and Brooks, pending approval by voters around the region. Other anticipated initiatives include improved parking at all Chemeketa facilities and overall improved career and technical education. Chemeketa spokeswoman Marie Hulett noted that if the measure passes, the new bond rate will remain the same as the expiring 2008 bond rate,...
Myriad change in Newberg schools personnel follows in wake of budget crisis
The Newberg-Dundee school district is undergoing near unprecedented personnel changes after it was revealed it is facing a nearly $2 million shortfall in the 2023-24 school year and more than $12 million in the following year. Amid calls for his resignation, embattled superintendent Stephen Phillips was placed on medical leave and is not expected to return until August. Thereafter, the district’s school board announced that retired former Superintendent Paula Radich had volunteered to helm the ship over the next few months in order to address...
Sen. Ron Wyden visits new Parrott Creek residential treatment campus under construction in Oregon City
Among bulldozers and construction crews, Sen. Ron Wyden visited Oregon City on Monday, June 24 to tour the new Parrott Creek Youth Residential Treatment Campus. Wyden was joined by two teens currently residing at Parrott Creek’s temporary campus and several members of the Parrot Creek staff: Executive Director Simon Fulford, residential program manager Leah Lamb and campaign director Robbie Leggett. Parrott Creek Child and Family Services is an Oregon City...
Alert: Tainted Food Sent To Washington May Paralyze Or Kill You
The Food & Drug Administration has warned about shellfish harvested here in the Pacific Northwest - from Oregon and Washington. Warning concerns certain Shellfish from Oregon and Washington. The FDA has a new warning about oysters and bay clams from several harvesting locations, here in the Northwest:. Food Network New...
Oregon newest state to join new IRS free tax program for 2025
OREGON – Oregon is going all in on the IRS’ new free tax program to allow taxpayers to file directly with the service. The IRS tested Direct File as a pilot program in 12 states last tax season, including California. The program aims to cut out the need...
Molalla School District tabs new AD/associate principal
The Molalla River School District has hired a new athletic director and associate principal in Mike Lord, an experienced coach and teacher. According to the district, Lord stood out in the hiring process as someone who brings extensive experience and results. Lord said he values engagement and collaboration and understands how athletics and co-curricular activities positively impact students and extend the classroom. “I am looking forward to working together with...
Lakewood actor reprises Broadway role in upcoming musical in Lake Oswego
In 2008, Russell Fischer was first cast in the Broadway rendition of “Jersey Boys.” Nearly two decades later, performing the role of Frankie Valli is more emotionally resonant than it was when he was a 20-something. “Being away from the show for 10 years, a lot of time goes by, a lot of life happens, a lot of grief that I can connect with. I feel like I connect with...
Ten West Linn-Wilsonville School District schools will receive free meals next year
The West Linn-Wilsonville School District announced that students at 10 of the district’s 16 schools will receive free meals during the 2024-25 school year. Made possible through Oregon’s Community Eligibility Provision, these schools will provide free breakfast and lunch to all enrolled students. The program is meant to make it easier for students to receive meal benefits. Instead of each student applying for free and reduced meals, the Oregon Department of Education extends that eligibility to the entire student population using demographic data. ...
June 27 public safety round-up
Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office reports June 21 - Zelaja Alconna Battles, 48, of Newberg, was arrested for unlawful possession of marijuana, possession of weapons by certain felons and on a post-prison supervision violation. No bail was set and he received an undisclosed sentence on the charges. - Benton Paul Williams, 33, of Newberg, was arrested...
Lake Oswego appoints 45 members to its boards and commissions
The Lake Oswego City Council has appointed 45 new members to its boards and commissions. The City Council approved the appointments during a meeting June 18 and appointees attended an orientation Tuesday, June 25. According to a city press release the council selected from a pool of 90 applicants who were evaluated by search committees consisting of councilors and board members. . “Selected candidates bring extensive experience related to the...
West Linn ponders how to produce more affordable homes
With West Linn home prices well above regional average, the city government is developing strategies to produce more affordable housing. This undertaking is part of the city’s effort to comply with rules enacted by the state Legislature in 2019 for communities to assess current and future housing needs and develop a plan for meeting those needs. At a joint meeting with the planning commission June 17, the West Linn City...
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