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Microplastic Filtering Devices are Hoped Will Help to Preserve Oregon’s Tourism Industry
Portland State University (PSU) researchers will be working in collaboration with various tourist organizations on a project to install microplastic filtering devices, such as commercial dishwashers and dryer vents, that release tiny plastic particles into the air. This is a solution-seeking project funded with a $2 million grant from the...
PSU awarded grant for work addressing microplastic pollution on the Oregon Coast
Your browser does not support the audio element. Portland State University has been awarded nearly $2 million in federal funding to continue work tackling microplastic pollution in Oregon’s coastal communities and the Pacific ocean. The money will go to a collaborative three-year effort to reduce microplastic pollution with groups from a wide range of academic, community, municipal and tribal partners, and will focus on filtering microplastics primarily out of hotels, restaurants, and laundromats.
Oregon receiving over $17 million to make airport improvements
(The Center Square) - The Federal Aviation Administration gave Oregon $17,364,442 to make infrastructure upgrades under the Airport Improvement Program. “Oregon’s airports connect communities across our state to the rest of the world—supporting local businesses, transporting goods, connecting travelers to world-class recreational opportunities, and providing essential lifelines during natural disasters,” U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, said. “This $17 million in federal funding will modernize infrastructure at airports across Oregon, growing our economy and ensuring safety for Oregonians and visitors alike as they fly throughout our state.”
'No children in the village': Report details tribes' losses to Indian boarding schools
More than 18,000 children were shipped off to faraway schools in the late 19th and 20th centuries. Nearly 900 known deaths occurred in the 417 federal-run institutions, along with uncounted cases of trauma, abuse, neglect, poor nutrition and despair. Entire generations paid the price for a failed federal policy. These and other facts...
Murmurs: Kotek Opposes Corporate Tax Measure
KOTEK OPPOSES CORPORATE TAX MEASURE: The Oregon secretary of state certified Initiative Petition 17 for the November ballot on July 24. But the measure, which would increase corporate taxes and distribute the proceeds to nearly every Oregonian, already has one powerful opponent: Gov. Tina Kotek. “I am opposed to this ballot measure,” Kotek says. “It may look good on paper, but its flawed approach would punch a huge hole in the state budget and put essential services for low-wage and working families at risk.” Antonio Gisbert, chief petitioner for IP 17, told WW he hoped progressives would support the measure, which includes two concepts—the redistribution of wealth and a form of universal income—that many left-leaning voters may find attractive. But as Kotek notes, the practical impacts of the measure would be negative for the state government. Oregon corporations, which already face a high tax burden, hate it. Last year, Kotek recognized high taxes as an impediment to the region and state’s economic recovery and encouraged local leaders not to seek any new taxes for the next three years. Her opposition to IP 17 reinforces that position.
Another Oregon Lumber Mill Closes, 5th One This Year
Oregon will still have at least 168 sawmills or lumber mills left, but the pace they are closing at is alarming. According to reports, the Malheur Lumber Company is closing for good, and with it will of at least 76 jobs. The company is based out of John Day, OR, and has cited a number of reasons it's closing this mill. It's the last lumber mill in Grant County, OR.
Willamette Valley Vineyards, other Oregon wineries at top of USA TODAY lists
Willamette Valley Vineyards placed at the top of two spots on national wine lists as voted on by readers and ranked by USA TODAY. The Turner-based vineyard and winery placed first in Best Tasting Room and second in Best Wine Club in the country. This is the first win for the Willamette...
Two more spending bills advance from Senate committee, include funds for 3 Central Oregon projects
WASHNGTON (KTVZ) – Senator Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced Monday he's secured critical investments in Oregon transportation, affordable housing, economic development, and community public safety in the second set of fiscal year 2025 government spending bills to pass the committee—a key first step on the road to becoming law. Central The post Two more spending bills advance from Senate committee, include funds for 3 Central Oregon projects appeared first on KTVZ.
National Republican group names Oregon candidate Monique DeSpain top challenger
National Republicans will provide more support to congressional candidate Monique DeSpain in her campaign against first-term Democratic incumbent Val Hoyle. The National Republican Congressional Committee announced Monday that DeSpain is one of its 26 Young Guns, the committee’s designation for top challengers to Democratic representatives. Being part of that list brings more mentorship and support […]
‘It’s almost vigilante justice:’ La Pine residents voice frustrations following post-Darlene 3 Fire community meeting
Organizers with the Newberry Regional Partnership met with a packed room of more than 100 La Pine community members Monday night to discuss possible solutions to the growing homelessness problem in the area and the risk of wildfires it poses. The post ‘It’s almost vigilante justice:’ La Pine residents voice frustrations following post-Darlene 3 Fire community meeting appeared first on KTVZ.
Man Hospitalized After Shooting at Modoc Field, Suspect Still On The Loose
On July 30th, 2024, at approximately 2:57 p.m., Klamath 9-1-1 Communications District received a report of a shooting that occurred at Modoc Field across from Klamath Union High School. The initial report was a man had been shot by another man wearing a face mask, and the shooter had left in a grey sedan towards the downtown area. Law enforcement officials from the Klamath Falls Police Department, Klamath County Sheriff’s Office, and Oregon State Police responded immediately to the scene. They located a man who had been shot and lifesaving measures were immediately administered to the shooting victim until they were relieved by medical personnel from the Klamath County Fire District. The victim was transported to Sky Lakes Medical Center and later to St. Charles Medical Center in Bend, Oregon and is in critical condition.
Attempted Murder in NE Chiloquin– Suspect in Custody
On Tuesday morning (July 30, 2024) just after 4:00am, Klamath County Sheriff’s Office deputies were alerted to a report that a 47-year-old Chiloquin man was intentionally shot by another man in a remote area near Bray Mill and Kirk Road (NE of Chiloquin, Oregon) while they were cutting firewood. The suspect was last seen by the victim and a witness running into the woods and firing a handgun as they drove away to seek medical help. The victim was transported to the hospital and treated for asingle gunshot wound (non-life threatening). Deputies, assisted by members of the Klamath County Major Crime Team, attempted to locate the suspect throughout the day without success. The suspect was identified as being Travis Crosby (age 46).
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