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Check out the HUDL films of all 16 of Oregon's 2025 commitments
Oregon's 2025 class ranks fifth nationally with room for even more movement in the coming weeks and months. The class is headlined by five-star wide receiver Dakorien Moore and consists of 16 total verbal pledges. Of those 16 prospects, 13 rank within the Top 247 rankings. Simply put, this class is talented at the top and also very deep.
SUNDAY UPDATE: Fire agencies, state fire agencies fighting several wildfires across our region
REGIONAL - In Washington and in Oregon, fire agencies across our region are battling several wildfires. Some have been burning for days while others continue to pop up due to the hot, dry and windy conditions. Information on these fires is constantly changing. We will work to bring you the latest as soon as possible.
Penn State-led Happy Valley Hoopers look to continue run in The Tournament vs. UConn alumni
John Harrar said earlier this month that his Happy Valley Hoopers squad knew what it was in for this year in The Basketball Tournament after an early exit a year ago. And the group of Penn State alumni backed that up Saturday by pulling away for their first-ever TBT victory.
State officials report disturbing death toll amid heat wave: 'We are looking at the potential for breaking more records'
Studies show that our warming world increases the frequency and intensity of deadly heat waves. Heat waves have hit the Pacific Northwest this summer and are suspected of causing at least 16 deaths in Oregon alone, the Guardian reported. The actual number of heat-related deaths might be higher since experts say heat-related deaths are undercounted, as USA Today has noted.
Prepare for strong thunderstorms and winds with outflow in Oregon Sunday evening
The National Weather Service issued a weather alert at 5:26 p.m. on Sunday for strong thunderstorms and winds with outflow until 6 p.m. for Oregon Lower Treasure Valley as well as Baker and Malheur counties. Residents can anticipate wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 5:20 p.m., Doppler radar...
Want to help shape Estacada’s future? Run for city council
A majority of Estacada City Council positions, including the mayor’s seat, will be up for grabs in the November election. The Nov. 5 ballot will have three councilor positions and the mayor’s position on the ballot. All of these positions are non-partisan and are non-paid. These volunteer positions require a significant commitment of time. Councilors...
Pickathon 2024: Welcome to the neighborhood
With the return of the annual music festival Pickathon to Pendarvis Farm, Aug. 1-4, another year of music, art and curated experiences is just around the corner. Twelve miles outside of Portland in Happy Valley, Pickathon has transported visitors through art and music at Pendarvis Farm since 2006, although the festival got its start as a fundraiser for the community radio station KBOO in 1999.
Estacada, Sandy farmers markets experience a season of growth
The communities of Estacada and Sandy have both in recent years been on the list of quickly growing cities to watch. So it only makes sense that with their population growth, their farmers markets grow with them. This season, both markets have experienced an influx of vendors, creating more variety of goods for shoppers. “The Estacada Farmer’s Market is experiencing its best year since before the COVID-19 pandemic shut it...
Watch: "I ABOUT RUINED IT A COUPLE TIMES!" Aaron Plessinger on Washougal
Aaron Plessinger came out swinging at Washougal! After some pre-race banter with Chase Sexton at the gate, AP grabbed the holeshot and led moto 1 until he, unfortunately, stalled the bike, setting him back to second. Aaron later shared why he decided to "back it down" during his motos, ...
Hops Weekly: Hillsboro takes two-of-three games with Everett after All-Star Break
In the wake of a dismal series with last place Tri-City, the Hops turned things around post-All-Star Break, taking two-of-three games on the road in Everett. Hillsboro won the first two games on Friday and Saturday, then lost a heartbreaking extra-inning affair with the home AquaSox on Sunday afternoon before heading back to Hillsboro to prep for their upcoming home series with second place Vancouver. The Hops were solid both...
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