Donald
GOVERNMENT
No Architecture designs barn-shaped city hall in Aurora, Oregon
Aurora, Oregon—a rural community in the Willamette Valley—has approved a new city hall building, designed by New York–based No Architecture. The proposed structure consists of four volumes surrounding a central courtyard, each adopting the silhouette of a traditional American barn. Inspired by the programmatic flexibility of the...
Thunderbirds arrive for the Oregon International Airshow
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — The United States Air Force Thunderbirds arrive Thursday for the 2024 Oregon International Airshow. While the airshow will be held at the McMinnville Municipal Airport Aug 31 through Sept 2, the Thunderbirds will fly out of the 142nd Wing at the Portland Air National Guard Base to take part in the show.
Hispanic Heritage Month ready to start its late summer run in Woodburn
The arts, food, and music will be on full display during Hispanic, Latino and Indigenous Heritage Month in Woodburn. It’s a free event that lets Woodburn citizens and visitors alike absorb the colorful culture and contributions of the Hispanic community. Yanira Herrera, Woodburn community relations manager, said the event kicks off Saturday, Sept. 14, and will be held in the Downtown Plaza from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. ...
Bat that flew into Lake Oswego home window tests positive for rabies
There are currently 2 active closings. Click for more details. A bat that flew into the window of a home in Lake Oswego tested positive for rabies on Friday, according to Clackamas County officials. Read online: https://www.koin.com/local/clackamas-county/rabies-bat-lake-oswego-home/
Molalla girl earns Miss Rodeo Oregon Sweetheart honors
A young Molalla girl was named a Miss Rodeo Oregon Sweetheart at an Aug. 17 pageant in Canby. Raegan Drakos, daughter of Megan and Andrew Drakos, was awarded a sash, buckle, and crown to go with the title. Miss Rodeo Oregon Sweethearts are young ladies who are 4-8 years of age at the time of the pageant who love rodeo, horses, the western way of life, and the State of Oregon. The Miss Rodeo Oregon Sweetheart Pageant is not judged. This one-day pageant provides a fun, relaxed atmosphere for little girls and their families. This gets the girls involved in rodeo queen pageants without the pressure of winning or losing at such a young age. Miss Rodeo Oregon Sweethearts make appearances in their communities and are invited to attend all Miss Rodeo Oregon coronations.
Wilsonville candidate forum to be held in Charbonneau
The community of Charbonneau and the Wilsonville Spokesman are pleased to announce that a forum of eligible candidates running for election to the city offices of Wilsonville will be held at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9. Citizens and voters of Wilsonville are invited to attend this community event being held in the clubhouse at Charbonneau. Seating is limited to 180 people. The forum will be moderated by Wilsonville Spokesman editor Patrick Malee. Charbonneau is hosting this event as a nonpartisan public service, by providing a platform for engaging the community and learning from the candidates in their own words. Questions about the event can be directed to dave@charbonneaucountryclub.com. This announcement does not endorse any candidates or policies. The forum is provided solely as a nonpartisan public service to the Wilsonville community.
Candidate profile: Shawn O’Neil hopes to bring unity and inclusivity to Wilsonville as mayor
Editor's note: The Wilsonville Spokesman will be publishing profiles of each candidate for mayor and City Council leading up to the November election. Wilsonville lawyer and business owner Shawn O’Neil is not new to serving in the city government, and now seeks to bring his experience to the mayor’s office. In the November election, O’Neil is running against Glenn Lancaster and Rob Candrian to replace current Mayor Julie Fitzgerald, who...
Wilsonville’s annual Emergency Preparedness Fair set for next weekend
Wilsonville residents can learn about building a “go kit,” preparing for wildfire season and more at the third annual Emergency Preparedness Fair. The event will take place between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 7 in the Stein-Boozier Barn at Memorial Park. Attendees will learn how to prepare for emergency situations, with topics including how to make preparations accounting for kids, pets and older adults, what supplies may be useful and more, according to the city website. Demonstrations, giveaway items and preparation resources will be available at the event.
Emerald Ash Borer Detected in Marion County
Salem, Ore. – City of Salem staff is moving quickly to implement Emerald ash borer management plans after the US Department of Agriculture (ODA) confirmed detection of the Emerald ash borer in Marion, Yamhill and Clackamas Counties on August 28, 2024. “We are collaborating with the Oregon Department of...
After nearly losing their district, Gervais teachers prepare for a new school year
This spring, voters in the small Willamette Valley town of Gervais were faced with an ultimatum — vote “yes” on a much-needed construction bond to salvage the run-down local schools, or say “no” and allow the entire school district to close. Voters said yes. By...
November council races now set: West Linn’s youngest-ever mayor headed for a second term
With the filing deadline now closed, the slate of candidates for the 2024 West Linn City Council races is set. Three candidates, including two incumbents, will vie for two open seats. In the mayoral contest, West Linn Mayor Rory Bialostosky will coast to a second term, as no challengers filed to face him. Who are the council candidates? Council President Mary Baumgardner will make her bid for a second term...
Salem-Keizer School Board to lobby Oregon Legislature on funding
For the first time, Salem-Keizer Public Schools will create an agenda to lobby the Oregon Legislature on funding issues. Superintendent Andrea Castañeda presented her proposed legislative agenda to the school board Tuesday night. “As we think back on the year that we traveled through, it is easy for us to all remember how acutely...
OPINION: Metro councilors should listen to residents against Sherwood UGB proposal
I oppose the Sherwood West Concept Plan. We were shocked when, in July, Metro Councilor Juan Carlos Gonzalez announced his support for the controversial Sherwood urban growth boundary expansion. Doing so made it clear he doesn’t have the slightest interest in the information, analysis and values of the people of Sherwood. In 2021, people in...
Lions, city leaders rally to support Woodburn community center bond
As the Woodburn aquatic facility continues to age, local elected officials and community organizations are busy supporting efforts to bring it new life. Voters will decide in November whether to approve a bond of 99 cents per $1,000 assessed property value — money that will go toward a “complete makeover” of the pool, gym facilities and outdoor amenities at Settlemier Park. “Woodburn is shy of facilities; it always has been,”...
Oregon leaders celebrate investments toward Willamette Water Supply System
The pipeline to a sustainable water future is becoming clearer for the cities of Beaverton and Hillsboro. U.S. Reps. Suzanne Bonamici and Andrea Salinas visited the Willamette Water Supply System treatment plant in Sherwood Thursday, Aug. 29, joining local leaders to spotlight investments in drinking water infrastructure for Washington County. The $1.6 billion Willamette Water Supply System is a collaborative effort between the Tualatin Valley Water District (TVWD) and the...
Vintage baseball returns to Yamhill County in September
There was a time when baseball players didn’t use mitts, eschewed batting helmets and were strangers to any bat that wasn’t hewn from a stout hickory tree. The Yamhill County Historical Society would like to, if just for a day, return to the days of American sports yore in September when it stages what has become an annual rite: the Vintage Base Ball game. Set for noon to 2 p.m....
It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency:
Our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. As a platform hosting over 100,000 pieces of content published daily, we cannot pre-vet content, but we strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation.