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In novel DUII defense, tourist says he drove drunk to get away from gun-toting Oregonian
A Washington man who was charged with drunken driving while on an Oregon road trip offered a highly unusual defense during trial: He only got behind the wheel to flee from an angry, gun-toting
SOU celebrates 50th anniversary of Worth Harvey Pipe Organ
Like any other birthday party, there was cake. But this one also featured compositions from Bach and Bruhns. SOU’s Dr. Margaret Evans, an adjunct professor of organ at SOU, played “Praeludium in G Major” and “Clair de Lune” among a series of other organ numbers.
Grants Pass Police searching for two suspects they say stole from elderly woman
Police are searching for two suspects they say targeted an elderly woman in the parking lot of Albertsons on Allen Creek Road on Aug. 14. Grants Pass Police searching for two suspects they say stole from elderly woman. Police are searching for two suspects they say targeted an elderly woman...
Over 1,800 residents without power in Klamath County
KLAMATH COUNTY, Ore. - 1838 residents in Klamath Falls and Chiloquin are without power. In Klamath Falls, 1475 residents are without power. Crews have been notified and are investigating the cause of the outage. Power is expected to be restored before 12:30 a.m. 448 residents are without power in different...
31st annual S.T.E.P. Salmon Derby begins August 31
REEDSPORT, Ore. — The Gardiner, Reedsport, Winchester Bay Salmon Trout Enhancement Program (GRWB STEP) is hosting its 31st annual salmon derby. The derby is open to all anglers. Registration fees are $20 per person and $50 per boat of three or more anglers. Purchase derby entry forms at Ace...
Stewart Park Bridge to close for massive farm-to-table feast
ROSEBURG, Ore. — An oft-used bridge will be temporarily closed to drivers this weekend -- repurposed to serve as a venue for a community dinner serving approximately 400 residents. The Stewart Park Green Bridge will be closed Saturday as chefs take over and feed residents a farm-to-table dinner for...
Central Point homeowners mixed on West Pine St construction project
While some homeowners say they're happy about the addition of a sidewalk and bike lanes, others are also expressing concern about construction cutting into their property. Central Point residents mixed on West Pine Street roadway construction. Homeowners on West Pine St in Central Point say they’re excited for the possibility...
Del Norte Deputies Seize Meth, Fentanyl, Heroin, and a Loaded Handgun
This is a press release from the Del Norte County Sheriff’s Office. The information has not been proven in a court of law and any individuals described should be presumed innocent until proven guilty:. On 8/23/2024, Del Norte County Deputies stopped a vehicle on M St in Crescent City....
Apparent suicide on 199 in Gasquet
The Del Norte Sheriff's Department reported a death on 199 south, in Gasquet, Thursday. On August 22 at 9:30am the Del Norte Sheriff Office received a report of a single vehicle accident involving a motorcycle immediately south of Gasquet. The California Highway Patrol, Gasquet Fire, Del Norte Ambulance and the DNSO expediently responded. Witnesses in the area advised the motorcyclist was operating the motorcyclist without a helmet, was in possession...
KCSO busts marijuana grow on Oregon-California border, seizes water truck
On Thursday, August 22, 2024 the Klamath County Sheriff’s Office served a search warrant at the property belonging to, Moua Y Lo, located on the Oregon and California border south of Keno, Oregon. Surveillance of the property revealed a large illegal marijuana operation. Moua Y Lo, 62, of Waunakee,...
Oregon State Fair Starts Friday
Arts and crafts, food, farm animals, and carnival rides are all available at this year’s Oregon State Fair, which begins Friday in Salem. The fair’s Drew Marine said there’s a new Bounce ‘n Battle Fun Zone in the Playground area. “It’s great for all ages, it’s...
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