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4th of July activities planned throughout the Columbia Basin
Here is a look at some of the events planned in Umatilla, Morrow, and Walla Walla counties for Independence Day:. In Pendleton, the Fourth of July Parade begins at 10 a.m. in front of City Hall. It travels across South Main Street and down Court Avenue, ending at the Pendleton Convention Center. A community-wide celebration from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Roy Raley Park. Fireworks are set to begin at around 10 p.m. in the field west of Walmart. The display should be visible throughout the city.
MEWA’s GED Success Stories
MEWA’s GED program offers a crucial lifeline for students who have fallen behind in credit. The GED (General Education Diploma) program started during World War II to help returning servicemen complete their high school education. Since the 1940s, the GED program has been essential for those unable to complete their high school diplomas to enter the workforce, go to community college, or get trade apprenticeships. MEWA’s GED program is especially...
Six years later, Oregon advocates call again for fighting factory farms
Oregon’s factory farms jeopardize our access to fresh air and clean water, our land and our communities. That’s why Food & Water Watch and our allies in the Stand Up to Factory Farms Coalition successfully pressured the Department of Agriculture six years ago to shut down Lost Valley Farms, one of Oregon’s most notorious mega-dairy […] The post Six years later, Oregon advocates call again for fighting factory farms appeared first on Oregon Capital Chronicle.
Attorney General's Bias Hotline mostly tracks 'hate' that isn't a crime
(The Center Square) - The Oregon Department of Justice Civil Rights Unit released its Bias Crimes (2023) Report this week, revealing that most complaints sent to the state's Bias Response Hotline are not about crimes. The hotline is increasing in popularity, as it saw a 229% increase in reported incidents from 2020 to 2023, plus a 222% increase in reported bias crimes and non-criminal bias incidents, from 910 in 2020 to 2,932 in 2023, according to a press release from the Oregon Department of Justice. ...
East Umatilla Fire and Rescue District celebrates four years in the community
WESTON, Ore. — The East Umatilla Fire and Rescue District celebrated its fourth birthday July 1, 2024 with a party at its Main Street fire station. In 2020, there was a vote to combine several of the area fire districts, including the Helix Rural Fire Protection District, the Athena Volunteer Fire Department and the East Umatilla County Rural Fire Protection District into one. This is how the East Umatilla Fire and Rescue District came about.
Hermiston City Council to Consider Adopting Business License Fees
Six months after voting to adopt a business license requirement, the Hermiston City Council at its July 8 meeting will consider what fees businesses operating in Hermiston will have to pay. On Jan. 22, the council voted to adopt the requirement, but postponed a decision on how much the license...
To save spotted owls, US officials plan to kill hundreds of thousands of another owl species
To save the imperiled spotted owl from potential extinction, U.S. wildlife officials are embracing a contentious plan to deploy trained shooters into dense West Coast forests to kill almost a half-million barred owls that are crowding out their cousins. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service strategy released Wednesday is meant...
An Oregon family's dog died on an Alaska Airlines flight, waiting to take off at Hawaii airport
HAWAII, USA — An Oregon family is grieving the loss of their dog, who died while waiting for a flight to depart from Hawaii for Oregon. Gary and Angie Engelgau are distraught over the death of their four-year-old French Bulldog named Frank. "He was such a good dog. He...
ODFW to host online big game regulations meetings
SALEM – The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife will host a series of online public meetings this month with district wildlife biologists presenting proposed changes to the 2025 big-game regulations and getting feedback from the public. Each meeting will include a presentation on the proposed rules, a question-and-answer...
Psilocybin facilitators sue Oregon Health Authority over access
Three psilocybin facilitators and a doctor specializing in end-of-life care are suing the Oregon Health Authority, alleging current psilocybin law discriminates against the terminally ill and others who need care in their homes. Why it matters: Workers in Oregon's first-in-the-nation psilocybin industry have been bucking against high prices, and are...
Tri-Cities Rotary Announces Date for the Popular Annual Duck Race
The 36th Annual Mid-Columbia Duck Race will be held on Saturday, September 24th. It's one of my all-time favorite family-friendly events, and I can't wait! This year, the 36th Annual Mid-Columbia Duck Race will be held at Columbia Park. Ducks are scheduled to hit the water at 12 noon. The annual race is a fundraising effort for 5 local Rotary clubs. Money raised goes to support local human service organizations, projects, and student education. Nearly $3 million has been raised since the Duck Races began.
Oregon Football's Justin Herbert 'Not Complacent' After Massive Contract, Reveals Jim Harbaugh
Former Oregon Ducks quarterback Justin Herbert is entering his fifth season with the Los Angeles Chargers. New head coach Jim Harbaugh raves about Herbert's NFL offseason dedication despite a huge contract extension in 2023.
PNW Heat Wave: What is THE Practical Thermostat Temperature?
It's not a secret. An Excessive Heat Warning is in effect Friday through Tuesday. It will be dangerously hot with highs expected in the 90s and 100s. Sunday through Tuesday will be the hottest days. Do NOT leave children or pets in unattended vehicles. Vehicle interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Tri-Cities Rotary Announces Date for the Popular Annual Duck Race
The 36th Annual Mid-Columbia Duck Race will be held on Saturday, September 24th. It's one of my all-time favorite family-friendly events, and I can't wait! This year, the 36th Annual Mid-Columbia Duck Race will be held at Columbia Park. Ducks are scheduled to hit the water at 12 noon. The annual race is a fundraising effort for 5 local Rotary clubs. Money raised goes to support local human service organizations, projects, and student education. Nearly $3 million has been raised since the Duck Races began.
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