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Clatskanie teen places first in American Legion Poppy Poster Contest
Lillian Krotzer, who will be a sophomore at Piercing Arrow Private School this fall, has been awarded top honors in the National Poppy Poster Contest sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary. The red poppy has long been associated with the American Legion, and more specifically, Veteran’s Day and Memorial Day. According to the American Legion website, the poppy symbolizes hope for a peaceful future and recognizes a symbol of war and its human cost. ...
Portland area loses 85 minutes of daylight in August
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Summer sunshine is set to fade around Portland despite dangerous heat building this week. After the summer solstice, the northern hemisphere begins to lose daylight hours. August just so happens to bring on a big decrease in the amount of sunshine the Portland area sees. One of those reasons is due to Portland’s more northerly longitude.
'Go the other way': Police warn Portlanders to steer clear of big street takeover event this weekend
PORTLAND, Ore. — Police across the Portland metro area are preparing for a large-scale street takeover that they believe has been planned for this weekend. The illegal event, which bills itself as an annual competition called the "West Coast Invitational," drew participants from across Oregon, Washington, California and Idaho to Portland last summer and may have involved as many as 1,000 drivers and spectators, according to the Portland Police Bureau (PPB).
PGE asks Oregon regulators for bigger rate hike next year
PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - Portland General Electric had requested a 7.4% rate increase for next year, but now they’re asking for more. The corporation now says they want a 10.9% rate increase. In April and May this year, a record number of households were disconnected due to non-payment. Since...
Portlanders share photos of vibrant city after Trump claims it’s ‘destroyed’
PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - On Wednesday, Former President Donald Trump called Portland a “destroyed” city during a combative Q&A with journalists in Chicago. Throughout the event with the National Association of Black Journalists, Trump was sharply questioned by ABC News correspondent Rachel Scott on several topics. Including Black leaders, his support of Jan. 6, 2021, rioters and diversity hiring.
Family of patient who died during colonoscopy sues Oregon ASC
The family of a patient who died during a colonoscopy in 2018 at the Portland (Ore.) Clinic is suing the facility for $50 million, according to an Aug. 1 report from the Courtroom View Network. A jury heard opening arguments in the case July 31. The family of Ericc Gilbert...
DATA: New mapping tool shows Portland’s richest and poorest neighborhoods
Roughly 34% of families live below the federal poverty line in Portsmouth, Portland's poorest neighborhood, according to newly published data provided by the City of Portland’s Office of Community & Civic Life.
Oregon State Parks considering significant increase in parking, camping fees
As it stands, parking at an Oregon State Park is pretty inexpensive: $5 per vehicle, which is only charged at 25 of the more than 170 park sites across the state. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
2nd annual Camas Comic Con event returns Friday
The Second annual Camas Comic Con returns this week with a host of comics-related activities. The comic-themed First Friday festivities will run from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, throughout downtown Camas. Dress up like a favorite comic character and start the evening with a stop at the Downtown...
Last Call at Olympia’s Headless Mumby Brewing, This Friday
Out of no fault of its own, and no fault of the beer-loving public, Headless Mumby Brewing has shut down its brewery and is closing its taproom as soon as the beer is gone. We’ve been told that fruitless negotiations with the property owner precipitated this unfortunate situation. The hope is to reopen in a suitable location but thus far they’ve had no luck finding the right spot. We will keep you informed if that changes.
Tickets are on sale for Centralia-Chehalis Railroad and Museum's 'Wizard Express'
The Centralia-Chehalis Railroad and Museum (CCRM) invites all magic enthusiasts to “experience magic, mystery and managed mischief” on the School of Wizardry Express, featuring
After venue owner charged with brother’s murder, brides say news unsettling
NORTH PLAINS, Ore. (KPTV) - It has been nearly six months since 47-year-old Carl Horning was shot and killed at the front gates of his family’s popular wedding and event venue, Horning’s Hideout. On Monday, Carl’s older brother, Robert Horning, was arrested on murder charges for shooting and...
St. Helens Senior Center Block Party will help fund its food program
Raffles, games, food, live music and vendors will greet all ages Saturday, Sept. 7, at the St. Helens Senior Center’s “Wrapping Up Summer Block Party.” You don’t have to be a senior center member to join all the fun, which will run 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the center's parking lot at 375 S. 15th St. in St. Helens. Melissa Watson, the senior center’s executive director, said heat has...
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