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Oregon Researchers Paint Wind Turbines Partly Black to Reduce Bird Deaths
A simple coat of black paint on the white blade of a wind turbine could save countless birds from flying into the machines and to their deaths each year. It’s working in Norway, and now researchers from Oregon State University are trying it in the West. With $400,000 allocated by the state Legislature, Christian Hagen, an associate professor in the university’s Department of Fisheries, Wildlife and Conservation Sciences, is leading a team that’s painting turbines at a PacifiCorp wind farm in Wyoming. A doctoral student and officials with the U.S. Geological Survey, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and U.S. Department of Energy are collaborating on the project.
Oregon Libertarians will appear on ballot despite Republican challenges
Libertarian candidates will appear on Oregon ballots in November, despite efforts from the state Republican party to disqualify Libertarians it feared would take votes from GOP candidates. State election officials have confirmed that seven Libertarian candidates for Congress and legislative races are qualified to run, despite correspondence the Secretary of State’s Office received from an attorney for the Oregon Republican Party and a past Libertarian Party of Oregon leader urging officials to reject Libertarian nominees. ...
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
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...
Jacksonville councilors hear proposal to replace Jacksonville Fire
JACKSONVILLE, Ore. -- The Jacksonville City Council considered a proposal to replace Jacksonville Fire with Fire District 3 for fire services within city limits. This comes as the city looks for economically sustainable options in keeping the city protected against fire for the future. “We have to be very creative....
Former Gold Hill city councilor says bullying and aggression in the work environment contributed to her stepping back
Wilson told NewsWatch 12 that she stepped back from her work with the city due to bullying, aggression, retaliation of employees and “bad faith” actions of the city manager. Former Gold Hill city councilor explains absence after being removed from role. A city councilor for Gold Hill was...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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