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Tillamook School Board Votes to Ban Book – “How the Garcia Girls Lost Their Accents”
When this situation was first brought to our attention, the initial reaction was “Are you kidding me?” And then we are reminded that there is a small group of small minded people who have been attacking our local library and other institutions through a variety of tactics, including book bans. All in the name of supposedly “Christian” values and “protecting our children.” These actions are happening across the nation, and actual book banning has been used for decades as a way to control, restrict and manipulate information availability.
New cellphone restrictions at a Lebanon Middle School
In order to keep their students more engaged in the classroom, Seven Oak Middle School in Lebanon has new cellphone lockers. Lebanon middle school implements new restrictions on students' cell phones. In order to keep their students more engaged in the classroom, Seven Oak Middle School in Lebanon has new...
Oregon Hill Farms under new ownership
Many St. Helens locals may know of Oregon Hill Farms because they may have picked strawberries for Fred Luttrell back in the day. But, over time, the berry fields disappeared, and Oregon Hill became what is known as “a co-packer,” a facility that makes and packs food products. Since transitioning to a co-pack operation, the company has become known for its fruit jams and syrups made from crops grown in Oregon. ...
Molalla Pride organizers cancel event due to safety concerns
Organizers of a Pride event in Clackamas County canceled this year’s event after receiving multiple threats online. Molalla Pride was set to take place Sept. 8 in Clark Park in Molalla, a city home to more than 10,000 people situated around 26 miles south of downtown Portland. Organizer Hendy...
West Linn-Wilsonville School District gets ready for the first day of school
The first day of school is right around the corner and the Family Empowerment Center has community members' backs. The West Linn-Wilsonville School District held its annual Family Empowerment Center Back to School Event at Boeckman Creek Elementary School on Wednesday, Aug. 14. For the fourth year, school district staff handed out backpacks, school supplies, food and more to a line of children and families that wound its way around...
Milpitas Police Nab Oregon Man Suspected in Violent Necklace Snatching Incident
In a recent turn of events in Milpitas, a suspect responsible for a violent necklace snatching has been taken into custody by local law enforcement. The Milpitas Police Department reported the arrest on their Facebook page, crediting the rapid response of their detectives. The crime took place on Tuesday, near the 180 block of W. Calaveras Boulevard, at just past 10 in the morning.
Coming up on KEZI 9 News at 4: Springfield brush fire; Lebanon students ordered to give up cell phones during class
Two juveniles were arrested in connection to a structure and brush fire in Springfield yesterday. Also, kids in a Lebanon school will have to give up their phones during class, and some parents aren't happy about it. Chief Meteorologist Holden LeCroy has the weather.
2 Salem businesses help city save Concerts in the Park
Once on the chopping block due to budget cuts, Salem's Concerts in the Park series is returning Friday to Riverfront Park. Three bands will play at the free concert held at the Gerry Frank Salem Rotary Amphitheater from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. ...
Washougal car dealership first in county to offer new statewide EV rebate
Like many other car dealerships across the United States, Westlie Ford has been impacted by the decreased customer demand for electric vehicles in the past several years. Nevertheless, the Washougal-based dealership remains firmly invested in the EV market, cautiously optimistic that consumers will view EVs more favorably as technology improves.
Chill out with The Horn Dawgs at 13 Nights on the River this week
So far, concert goers are adjusting to the temporary McCormick Park location of 13 Nights on the River. The concert series switched to the park location this year because of construction going on along the waterfront. On tap Thursday, Aug. 15, will be The Horn Dawgs, with music running from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The classic rock horn band hails from Scappoose. ...
New Academy Opens: Helping Police Training Backlog in Washington
The opening of new police academies is helping to tackle Washington’s critical backlog of police recruits. New Washington State Police Academy Aims to Help Recruitment Backlog. It is no secret that Washington State needs more police officers. Now, early each morning at the Regional Training Academy in Vancouver, Washington,...
Antifa Connected Alissa Azar Found Guilty on Charges from 2021 Riot in Oregon City
Oregon City, OR. – Official Release: Alissa Azar was found guilty by a Clackamas County jury Aug. 14 on charges related to a 2021 riot in Oregon City that involved a clash between Antifa and Proud Boys. Azar, 33, of Portland, was found guilty of riot and second-degree disorderly...
Man killed in Salem during dispute not easily pushed to violence, sister says
SALEM, Ore. (KATU) — The family of a homicide victim is speaking out. In February, Alejandro Silva-Ramirez was shot and killed in Northeast Salem. Police said the shooting stemmed from a group of men gathering on the street for a dispute. One person was killed, two people were hurt.
St. Helens Elks Lodge donates over $7,500 from Annual Car Show
A summer tradition returned to St. Helens on July 13, 2024, when the St. Helens Elks Lodge #1999 proudly hosted its 16th Annual Car Show. Car enthusiasts from across the region gathered to celebrate a stunning lineup of vintage street rods, custom cars, hot pickups, and custom motorcycles. The event featured 46 awards sponsored by local merchants, with 19 judging classes and five spectator choice awards. The highlight of the...
Remains of U.S. POW who survived Bataan Death March identified
The remains of a missing World War II soldier from Oregon have been identified and are set to return to the state for burial, federal authorities announced Thursday.The remains of U.S. Army Private William Calkins, 20, were identified after being exhumed along with other unknown soldiers buried at the Manila American Cemetery in the Philippines, the Department of Defense said.The department's Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency, tasked with recovering prisoners of war and service members missing in action, said Calkins was captured after U.S. troops in Bataan province surrendered to Japanese forces. After surviving the harrowing 65-mile Bataan Death March, he...
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