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Despite denials, records show Oregon Republican Party trying to keep Libertarians off the ballot
The Oregon Republican Party’s attorney urged the Oregon Secretary of State’s Office to block Libertarian candidates from appearing on the November ballot as GOP leaders publicly denied any reports of schemes against the minor party. As the Capital Chronicle reported July 12, the Libertarian Party of Oregon feared that Republicans were planning to crash their nominating convention or to take advantage of a long-running internal dispute over the legitimacy of the party’s bylaws to block Libertarian nominees from appearing on the ballot in competitive races. ...
Is Oregon Moving to a Drought? Snowpack a Memory
According to weather experts, Oregon could be headed for an official drought,. Half the state has now been classified as being in a moderate drought, and it might be some time before the water situation stabilizes. According to Climatologist Karin Bumbaco, by way of reporter Heather Roberts of radionewsheather, relief...
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife to host meetings on future of state fish hatcheries
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife will host three webinars and a public meeting in August on charting a sustainable future for state hatcheries. The webinars will be held from noon to 1 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 8 and Aug. 15. The public meeting will be held from 10 a.m. to...
3 leaders of Oregon police certification agency on leave while under investigation
The two deputy directors of the state’s police certification agency and a third supervisor have been placed on leave pending personnel investigations after the arrest of another department employee. Officials from the state Department of Public Safety Standards and Training declined Tuesday to release any details of the investigations.
Oregon heat: Temperatures near 100 degrees, possible lightning set to return
Oregon heat is returning, and it could bring a bit of unwanted lightning as well. Temperatures are forecast to surpass 100 degrees east of the Cascades and climb near 100 in the Willamette Valley on Thursday. Thunderstorms could return by Friday night into Saturday, which could bring new wildfires or fire growth. ...
Wildfire smoke is probably harming your brain
Studies have found that wildfire smoke negatively affects brain health. New research suggests that increased exposure to smoke is associated with a higher risk of dementia. As wildfires become more frequent and intense due to climate change, so does many people’s exposure to smoke — and the health risks that come with it.
Safety Concerns Lead to New Route for Umatilla County Fair Parade
To avoid disappointment, people are reminded that the Umatilla County Fair Kick-Off Parade is rolling into 2024 with a new route. The event is Saturday, Aug. 3 and begins at 6:30 p.m. on West Highland Avenue near Hermiston High School. However, it will depart in the opposite direction than in past years — and then travel along South Highway 395 to make the downtown loop on East Main and Northeast Third streets and Gladys Avenue before finally crossing the highway and ending at Ruty’s Restaurant, 130 W. Hermiston Ave.
Good Shepherd Welcomes Orthopedic Surgeon Matthew J. Thompson
Good Shepherd Health Care System (GSHCS) announced the arrival of Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon Matthew J. Thompson, MD, FAAOS, FAAHKS, to the Good Shepherd Orthopedics Clinic. The clinic is located in the Good Shepherd Medical Plaza located at 620 N.W. 11th St., Suite M-201 in Hermiston. Thompson focuses on primary and...
Project Pabst’s Portland resurgence brings no-frills fun to the waterfront
The resurgence of a Portland music festival rocked Tom McCall Waterfront Park, where a seemingly-randomized artist lineup, a 24-foot-tall unicorn sculpture and affordable beer were the hallmarks of the weekend.
Best-Selling Author Chelsea Cain Shares Her Favorite True Crime Podcasts
She's the author of The New York Times bestselling Archie Sheridan/Gretchen Lowell thriller series that all started with "Heartsick"! Portland's own Chelsea Cain joined us to share her favorite true crime podcasts. Casefile. Who the Hell is Hamish?. Teacher’s Pet. Scamanda. They Walk Among Us / They Walk Among...
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