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OPINION: It's time to fix up Hall Boulevard
Hall Boulevard is in terrible condition. ODOT has decided to give it to Washington County in this condition, and ODOT claims no funds, which is probably true. Unfortunately, they have been taking care of other roads while ignoring Hall Boulevard, and Hall Boulevard has become a Washington County road or soon will be. It is dangerous to walk Hall with some sidewalks on one side or the other, but some places there are no sidewalks. So, the pedestrian is at greater risk as drivers attempt...
Portland metro area cities turning to alternatives for 4th of July celebrations
TIGARD Ore. (KPTV) - Drones and laser light shows, a new way many cities across the country and here in Oregon are choosing to celebrate the 4th of July instead of using fireworks. For the first time, the City of Tigard will opt out of the traditional firework show, for...
Portland fire agencies enact burn ban due to forecasted high temperatures
PORTLAND, Ore. — The city of Portland instituted a burn ban Tuesday, which takes effect immediately. Portland Fire and Rescue issued the ban due to forecasted high temperatures, limited rainfall and ongoing dry conditions. These are the Portland area counties that have also enacted burn bans: Multnomah County, Clackamas...
Coffee Creek inmates help cleanup, prepare grounds before St. Paul Rodeo
ST. PAUL, Ore. (KPTV) - Before the crowds pour in for the St. Paul Rodeo this week, there’s an unlikely team cleaning up and preparing the rodeo grounds, and it’s tough work that they are proud of. Every year, thousands of spectators saddle up for St. Paul. But...
Hillsboro City Council To Vote In Another 400+ Acres Of Growth Land
Tonight is another big night here in Hillsboro! While the locals are out partying at Tuesday Night Market and Art Walk, the Council will be hard at work passing a wide myriad of spending and expansion ordinances. Tonight the City boundaries will add almost 300 more acres of Industrial Land (Think more Data Centers) and another 129 acres of Residential Land! Here we Grow, again! In our ongoing Council watch, we offer an inside look at some of the biggest matters being dealt with tonight! Have a look.
Chehalem parks board names six clubhouse committee members
The Chehalem Park and Recreation District has appointed a cadre of individuals to serve on its Chehalem Glenn Golf Course Clubhouse Citizens’ Advisory Committee, but also extended the window to apply for a final position in an effort to have an odd number of participants. The applications deadline has been extended to Aug. 16. Application forms and details about the committee can be found on the CPRD website at tinyurl.com/yfhww64f. The board is expected to appoint an additional committee member at its Aug. 22 meeting. ...
Bend, Morrow County, Washington County win 2024 land use planning awards
Leah Rausch: "Innovative community engagement efforts are being made in all corners of Oregon, regardless of community density or size, to educate, engage, and build trust in our communities. Every project we learned about is worth celebrating. By sharing and celebrating this work, we hope to elevate the importance of impactful and achievable community engagement that captures community voice and spirit in land use projects.”
Tunes on Tuesday will begin July 9 at Chehalem Cultural Center
The 2024 Tunes on Tuesday concert series will kick off in less than a week and promises an eclectic mix of genres sure to satisfy the musical sensibilities of all who attend. Five bands will be featured over the next month an a half at the free events annually staged in the plaza before the Chehalem Cultural Center. “We have a committee that discusses what bands and genres we’d like...
New addictions treatment center Breaking ground in Beaverton
On June 7th, Washington County hosted a groundbreaking ceremony at the future home of the Center for Addictions Triage and Treatment (CATT) in Beaverton. The County aims to open this facility by late 2025. The need for additional treatment services in Washington County is significant. The county lacks critical capacity...
Four Washington Towns Among the Best Places to Live in the Country
I knew when I landed a job in Washington that I had hit the big time. That is, when it comes to the beauty of the magnificent Evergreen state. My husband and I moved to Kennewick in 2014. And, the city of Kennewick makes the list of the Best 100 Paces to Live in the country. According to Livibility.com four Washington towns make the list.
Instead of Fireworks, Oregon Cities Will Use Drones and Lasers
This Fourth of July might be different for Oregon revelers, as some cities retire colorful fireworks displays in favor of live music, laser shows and swarms of illuminated drones. Tigard, Lake Oswego, Oregon City and Wilsonville are all opting for these more technologically advanced alternatives. Here’s where you can find...
Cider Festival moves to October
Sunday, October 6, noon-4 pm, JQA Young House park. Mark your calendar now for Cedar Mill’s oldest homegrown annual gathering! Since 2008 we’ve been celebrating fall and community at the homesite of one of our founding families. Sponsored by Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District (THPRD), the event...
Exploring the Art Scene in Eugene, Museums and galleries galore
Beaverton has many opportunities to enjoy the arts, however, I am often eager for an art adventure. I recently traveled to Oregon’s second largest city, Eugene. Known as “Track Town,” I discovered Eugene also has a thriving arts community. The downtown area is filled with galleries, museums, and public art. There are over 40 murals officially listed on the city art walk but there are perhaps another hundred more unofficial art surprises all over town for the curious wanderer to discover.
The Summer Event Season in Full Swing
Tualatin Valley is brimming with vibrant events every weekend. From music and art festivals to the annual county fair, there is something for every family to enjoy throughout July. Ten Tiny Dances | Free | July 13 | The Beaverton Round | 12600 SW Crescent St. | Beaverton | tentinydances.org.
Oregon Dept. of Forestry holds annual Burn Boss training for fire season preps
PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - It’s only the first week of July, and fire season is already well underway in the Pacific Northwest. The Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) held its annual fire boss training on Tuesday with local employees and firefighters to make sure resources on both the air and the ground are prepared for the coming days.
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