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Teen goes under surface of Willamette River near Independence; search operations underway
Riverview Park in Independence is closed for water rescue operations after a teen went under the surface of the Willamette River on Sunday evening, according to the Independence Police Department and Polk County Fire District No. 1. Officials said a teenager went under the surface around 5:07 p.m. Sunday while...
Busy weekend for first responders with one presumed drowning and another close call
Independence Police posted to Facebook that Riverview Park was closed Sunday evening while Polk County emergency responders looked for a missing teen. Police said the teen was playing in the water in the Willamette River near Riverview Park just after 5:00 p.m. when the teen disappeared under the water. No other updates were immediately available.
GORDON’S WEATHER UPDATE 7/8/24: Coast sees increasing onshore flow, moderates temps; valley continues with record heat
It seems it is hot everywhere, except right at the coast, and the record heat will continue for many today and tomorrow. Several records were set again yesterday with Eugene and Salem both reaching 103, Portland also set a new record after reaching 100. Locally, Tillamook airport reached 79 and Astoria airport even hit 81, as did Lincoln City to the south. This heat is compliments of a strong high pressure ridge that will drift over the area today and tomorrow which means several areas in the valley may actually be warmer the next couple of days, with highs possibly reaching 105 for some. Fortunately, the coast will see an increasing onshore flow to help keep it from seeing that record heat.
Oregon heat wave: When will Willamette Valley see cooldown?
The Willamette Valley is on the verge of a historic stretch of heat, but a slight cooldown is just around the corner. Both Salem and Eugene have posted record-breaking, triple-digit heat the past three days and were forecast to crack the 100s Monday and Tuesday as well. Five straight days over 100 would tie a record for consecutive days above 100 first set in July 1941 in Portland.
Wanted: Oregon artists for Keizer's inaugural art fair
The Keizer Art Association has been talking about hosting an art fair for more than a decade, never wanting to compete against longstanding events in Salem and Silverton. But the all-volunteer nonprofit saw an opening this summer when Salem Art Fair & Festival shifted to September and Silverton Fine Arts Festival announced it would be placed "on pause" for 2024.
Red flag warning issued for southern Willamette Valley July 8
A red flag warning was issued for the southern Willamette Valley from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, July 8. A red flag warning was issued Monday for Eugene-Springfield and the southern Willamette Valley, as the National Weather Service predicted afternoon winds of 10-15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
Oregon Asks Court to Reject Title IX Suit’s NIL ‘Theory’
Ahead of settlement discussions, Oregon has filed three motions attempting to dismiss or substantially pare down a federal sex discrimination lawsuit filed last year by current and former female athletes on the school’s beach volleyball and club rowing teams.Learfield, Opendorse Diverge on Tech, NIL and Their Partnership Schroeder et al v. University of Oregon is notable in that it is the first known Title IX suit that seeks relief based on alleged disparities in NIL opportunities for college athletes. The plaintiffs, who are pursuing class certification, have targeted the university’s relationship with its dedicated collective, Division Street, and Opendorse, which hosts...
State Baseball: Local 6A standouts earn all-state honors
Below is the list of Oregon high school 6A all-state players from the 2024 season. Player of the Year: Ryan VandenBrink, West Linn Pitcher of the Year: Gabe Howard, West Linn Coach of the Year: Joe Monahan, West Linn First...
These Oregon stores are dedicated to celebrating Christmas year-round
Nothing says Christmas like warm weather and sun-filled days — at least for the owners of Oregon’s year-round Christmas stores. While vacationers plan beach days and park picnics, Christmas enthusiasts are busy preparing for the most wonderful time of the year, months before winter arrives. For early shoppers and party planners, the holiday season can take over the latter half of the year.
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