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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...
As Home Depot continues its push to move into Wilsonville, the city accuses the company of bribery
Amid allegations of bribery and other misdeeds levied by the city of Wilsonville, Home Depot will appeal to the Oregon Land Use Board of Appeals a city decision that prevents its use of the Fry’s Electronics building. The appeal comes as Home Depot also seeks an enforcement order with the Land Conservation and Development Commission against the city for allegedly violating local and state law. Home Depot has been working to come to Wilsonville by moving into the former Fry’s Electronics building at 29400 Town...
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...
Monthly public safety fee going up for residents of east Salem
Fees are going up for people who live in unincorporated east Salem. Starting this month, the public safety fee will rise to $11 per month from $10 per month. It will continue to go up in July 2025 by $1 per month to $12 per month and continue to go up by $1 per month each fiscal year through at least 2027.
Longtime North Salem JROTC instructor retires, earns medal from National Guard
Lt. Col. (Ret.) Dwight Morse had the credentials to teach almost anywhere, with a Bachelor of Science in Russian and Soviet studies and a master's in philosophy from the University of Texas at Austin. He was a professor of military science at the University of Mississippi before arriving at North Salem High School...
Milwaukie Welcomes "Auntie's Place," a New Shelter for Native Families Funded by Metro Initiative
In the heart of Milwaukie, the Native American Youth and Family Center (NAYFA) along with Clackamas County celebrated the opening of Khwat yaka haws or "Auntie’s Place" on June 25, 2024, a new shelter program serving Native families in need. The name Khwat yaka haws, meaning “Auntie’s Place” in Chinook, was proposed by Oregon State Representative Tawna Sanchez, who also serves as NAYA's director of Family Services, and reflects the shelter's dedication to provide a nurturing environment, reminiscent of the supportive role aunties play in Indigenous communities.
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...
Oregon City High School JROTC celebrates another year of service
It was time for the last tradition of the afternoon. On the last day of school, Thursday, June 14, members of Oregon City High School’s Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps finished their squad competition and awards. They’d cleaned up the lawn and outdoor areas. They celebrated the 2023-24 school year and service work done by their chapter throughout the year. “I joined when I was a freshman,” said cadet 1st...
Walk Before Wheels: Starting July 8th, Pedestrians Get a 3-Second Head Start in Downtown Salem
Starting the week of July 8, 2024, the City of Salem will begin retiming traffic signals in downtown Salem to improve safety for pedestrians. This safety enhancement, called Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI) promotes safe walking conditions and reduces the potential for dangerous accidents between pedestrians and vehicles. Which signals will...
Canby doles out Community Enhancement Grants to projects
The City of Canby has awarded $48,000 to local community projects as part of the 2023-2024 Community Enhancement Grant program. The Community Enhancement Grant program was created to assist in funding nonprofits, not-for-profit organizations, city boards and committees, neighborhood associations, and homeowners associations. The grant can be spent on projects, programs, and events which improve and enrich Canby. The City of Canby awarded Community Enhancement Grants to the following projects: ...
Local students among the ORCA grads
SALEM — Last month Oregon Charter Academy (ORCA) honored its 2024 class of graduating students at the Oregon State Fairgrounds. Among the 320 graduates were 17 hailing from the local region, including students from Canby, Mount Angel, Molalla and Woodburn. Some of the area students who received diplomas included*: Amalie Lowe, Canby; Grace Peterson of Molalla -- a legacy student, having attended ORCA K through 12 and participated in the...
July talk will examine the beginnings of Yamhill County's legendary wine industry
McMINNVILLE — A talk by one of Oregon’s pioneer winemakers is on tap in mid-July. “Secrets of the Past: Can You Really Grow Grapes in Oregon — An Inside Look at the Challenge of Developing the Yamhill County Wine Industry” is set for 6 to 7 p.m. July 16 at the Yamhill Valley Heritage Center, 11275 S.W. Durham Lane. Admission is $5, although members of the group holding the talk, the Yamhill County Historical Society, enter for free. ...
Oregon cities prepare for a very hot Fourth of July weekend
Weather forecasters are predicting a heat wave across much of Oregon starting Thursday, with temperatures potentially reaching triple-digits over the weekend. Highs could get up to 104 in Portland and Bend, and even hotter in Salem. “There is a 20 percent probability of temperatures hitting 110 degrees on the 5th...
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. ...
Salem's Abigail Hoppe crowned Miss Oregon
Our state has a new Miss Oregon, and it’s Abigail Hoppe of Salem. Hoppe was crowned the new Miss Oregon at a ceremony Saturday, June 29 in Seaside. She succeeds Allison Burke of Tigard. Hoppe, who was Miss Three Rivers in the competition, wins a $15,000 scholarship and a prize package worth more than $150,000 in awards and gifts. She’ll represent our state in the Miss America competition. ...
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.
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...
Some library fees updated beginning July 1
July 1 marks the beginning of a new fiscal year for the City of Salem, which brings adjustments to the Salem Public Library fee schedule for printing, meeting rooms, and for Library of Things items returned in need of cleaning. Updated fees will be:. Black and white printing - 25...
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