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Head to Halfway for fair fun
HALFWAY — Labor Day weekend brings the tradition of the Baker County Fair and Panhandle Rodeo in Halfway, Aug. 31-Sept. 2. Dating to 1921, the weekend includes traditional youth 4-H and FFA livestock events, as well as live music and three days of rodeo action. And, new this year,...
OSU study: Bicycle rolling-stop laws don’t lead to unsafe behavior
Laws that let bicyclists treat stop signs as yield signs lead neither riders nor motorists to act unsafely, according to a groundbreaking Oregon State University study. The project by OSU College of Engineering researchers featured a novel experimental technique — linking separate bicycle and motor vehicle simulators — and the findings are important as more and more states consider bicycle rolling-stop legislation, said David Hurwitz, the study’s leader.
County elections official tells Oregonians to carefully vet incoming wave of voter registration mailers from national groups
Two national nonprofits that sent out millions of mailers encouraging Americans to register to vote in 2020 are preparing to send out more than 20,000 mailers in five of Oregon’s largest counties, according to the Oregon Secretary of State’s office. The linked nonpartisan organizations, the Voter Participation Center...
Secrecy and data issues impede progress on missing and murdered Indigenous people
This story originally appeared on Underscore Native News. Editor’s note: Part one of this series detailed the investigation of the disappearance of Wilma Acosta, an unenrolled Pascua Yaqui woman who went missing in Portland in November. Portland police announced Acosta had “suicidal ideations,” despite repeated denials of that claim from Acosta’s family. Experts say such announcements are harmful. Her body was found in January along the Willamette River near Cathedral Park.
Youth arts program expands to reach more rural schools on Oregon Coast
Your browser does not support the audio element. As summer draws to a close, teachers across Oregon are readying lesson plans for the start of a new school year. But for school districts in rural parts of the state, budgetary constraints may mean that arts literacy and the benefits it offers students aren’t included in the curriculum.
All Welcome for the 22nd OVMA Annual Memorial Rally Honoring Veterans
Oregon Veteran’s Motorcycle Association (OVMA) is excited to host their 22nd Annual 9-11 Rally on September 13-14, 2024. “Everyone is welcome,” says Ray Rose, state president. “You don’t have to own or ride a motorcycle to honor our Veterans and first responders. We have a variety of events for everyone.”
Jane and her 11 piglets continue beloved tradition at the Oregon State Fair
Puppies and sea lions are adorable, but how could anyone expect them to compete with a mama sow and her piglets? Piglets always have been one of the most popular exhibits at the Oregon State Fair, and this year is no exception. “You can drive around the county and see baby calves and lambs...
Showcasing the Economic Impact of Arts and Culture in Eastern Oregon
Joseph, Oregon – The economic influence of arts and culture in Eastern Oregon will be highlighted during a September 16-19 tour, featuring insights from the Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 (AEP6) study conducted by Americans for the Arts. The study revealed that Oregon’s arts and culture sector contributed $829 million to the state’s economy in 2022.
2024 high school girls soccer preview
High school soccer returns to Oregon this week, and we’ve got a preview of each Basin squad. We’ll start with the four girls teams: Henley, Klamath Union, Mazama and Lost River/Bonanza. Henley. At a glance. Head coach: Mike Hedlund (sixth season, 35-20-15 at Henley) League: 4A Skyline Conference.
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