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Rare Rocky Mountain goat sighting on Mount Hood
A pair of hikers say they happened upon a rare Rocky Mountain goat sighting on Mount Hood on July 27. Oregon resident Jackson Smith told KOIN 6 News that he was backpacking with a friend on Yocum Ridge Trail at approximately 5 p.m. when they spotted the goat descending the cliffside. “I heard some rock fall along the ridge to our north and looked up to see this Rocky Mountain Goat about 30 to 50 yards away from us,” Smith said. “We were both completely shocked, but stayed still and silent as the goat began its descent down the ridge towards the Sandy River below.” KOIN 6 News is a news partner of the Portland Tribune. Find the original story at koin.com.
Why are flags half-staff? Oregon lowers flags to honor death of air tanker pilot
Gov. Tina Kotek has ordered flags at all public buildings to be lowered half-staff in memory of air tanker pilot James Bailey Maxwell, who tragically lost his life fighting the Falls Fire in Oregon.
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...
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.
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...
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 […]
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