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TravisMathew clothing opens first store in Oregon at Washington Square mall
TravisMathew, an upscale men’s and women’s lifestyle store from Huntington Beach, California, opened its first Oregon store in Washington Square mall on Monday, July 22. Founded in 2007, the store distinguishes itself as drawing inspiration from “laid-back living and the idea that comfort and style should always go hand in hand.” The opening marks the 54th brick-and-mortar store for the company, which offers dress-up, dress-down and active-wear styles of clothing. ...
At least 8 people killed in Oregon crashes over long weekend
State police reported that six people died and two others were seriously injured in four fatal Oregon crashes from Thursday to Sunday. Police also reported two other deaths in separate motorcycle crashes in Gresham and McMinnville over the weekend. As of Thursday, the Oregon Department of Transportation reported a total...
Wildfire suppression efforts continue; Idaho crews helping with Oregon fires
After a hot, dry weekend, the bi-state area continues to be a tinderbox. Eastern Oregon’s Durkee wildfire, which began last Wednesday, ballooned from fewer than 3,000 acres on Friday to 173,758 on Monday and is still at 0% contained. Also in Oregon, the Cow Valley fire remains steady at...
The Times recognized by Oregon news association for outstanding coverage
The results are in, and writers for The Times were showered with honors for their work in 2023. The Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association presented the awards in its Better Newspaper Contest on Thursday, July 18, at Eagle Crest Resort in Redmond. The Times staff was awarded a total of 12 awards for their coverage of Beaverton, Tigard, Tualatin and Sherwood. Veteran Times reporter Ray Pitz was honored with first place...
Feds give Oregon, Nez Perce $200 million to cut greenhouse gases
The federal government is awarding more than $200 million to Oregon and the Nez Perce Tribe to cut greenhouse gases by developing renewable energy and other climate-friendly initiatives. On Monday, leaders at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said they had selected the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality and the Nez Perce – with ancestral lands […] The post Feds give Oregon, Nez Perce $200 million to cut greenhouse gases appeared first on Oregon Capital Chronicle.
The latest news on wildfires burning across Oregon
PORTLAND, Ore. — Oregon's wildfire season got off to a relatively slow start with just a few fires burning statewide as of early July, but conditions rapidly worsened during the middle of the month. A series of thunderstorms caused more than 2,000 lightning strikes across the state, according to the Oregon Department of Forestry, and high winds and dry conditions have helped fires spread.
Oregon DMV warns of phishing scam targeting drivers via unsolicited messages
The Oregon DMV has warned against a phishing scam targeting customers with unsolicited phone calls, texts, and emails, and advises anyone receiving such messages to hang up or delete them and report the incident to the DMV.
OHA’s climate report shows ‘signs of hope’ after extreme climate events
As climate change is expected to bring more extreme and severe weather events in the coming years, the Oregon Health Authority warns the state must continue to prioritize climate resiliency projects, according to a new report.
Oregon Parks and Recreation seeks public comment for camping rate range increases
The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is considering rate range increases for camping and facility fees for the public and is seeking comment on the proposed changes. The rate increases are necessary due to increased utility costs, operations, maintenance needs and inflation, OPRD said in a news release. The rate range increases would not increase fees automatically. The range gives flexibility to adjust the fees within the range over time and avoids large increases all at once, OPRD said.
Five on 5 – Sheila Clough – CEO, Mercy Flights
On tonight’s Five on 5, we are joined by CEO of Mercy Flights Sheila Clough to discuss their anniversary and plans for the future. The Five on 5 interview series is sponsored by AARP Oregon. © 2024 KOBI-TV NBC5. All rights reserved unless otherwise stated.
Feds say new investments in Oregon sage grouse habitat paying off, but conservationists disagree
Work to restore imperiled sage grouse habitat in southeast Oregon is moving faster than Tracy Stone-Manning had imagined a year into massive federal investments in landscape restoration. Stone-Manning, director of the U.S. Bureau of Land Management, recently visited the agency’s Lakeview, Oregon, field office and federal land near burns to see a spring and a […] The post Feds say new investments in Oregon sage grouse habitat paying off, but conservationists disagree appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
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