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There is nothing wrong with celebrating togetherness, triumph, community and safety. Recognizing that, in commemoration of National Pride Month, members of Klamath County came together over the weekend. It’s cool to hang out and talk about similar experiences and struggles, Jax Valencia told the Herald and News. They are one of many in Klamath County who identify as queer — not conformed to cultural norms surrounding gender and/or sexuality — who participated in the event, a common and simple barbeque, held at Vets Park in...
Klamath County citizen assists in stopping burglary in progress
Burglaries reported on Steelhead Lane were stopped by a good Samaritan Sunday night, resulting in the apprehension of one of two suspects. Klamath County Sheriff's Office responded to a caller whose Nissan pickup truck had been stolen. As deputies arrived at the scene, another call from the victim informed them that the vehicle had been spotted at a neighboring property, a KCSO news release said. ...
Jails in Jackson, Klamath counties struggling amidst overcapacity, staffing shortages
JACKSON & KLAMATH COUNTIES, Ore. – Jails in Jackson and Klamath counties are facing many issues -- from overcapacity to staff shortages. “We've been dealing with staffing issues for a number of years,” said Klamath County Sheriff Chris Kaber. “We've never stopped trying to hire people. We've never stopped hiring and training people in the last seven or eight years.”
Commissioners table proposal for disallowing extra bags of yard waste
After a lengthy discussion over Waste Management’s ask to cease allowing customers to put out three additional garbage bags of yard debris during trash collection days, the final decision was moved to a later date. Following the request by Waste Management (WM) to end the service, the Klamath County Board of Commissioners held a public hearing on the matter during a meeting Tuesday. Citing the reason for the change as...
The Klamath County School District offering free summer lunches
KLAMATH COUNTY, Ore.- The Klamath County School District is offering free sack lunches for the summer. According to the school district, free sack lunches with milk will be available for kids one to 18 at Peterson, Shasta, Ferguson, and Stearns Elementary School. Meals must be eaten on site at all...
Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation gives $857k to charities
CANYONVILLE, Ore. – The Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation is awarding 82 charities more than $850,000 for its spring round of giving. The foundation presentation took place this afternoon in Canyonville at Seven Feathers Convention Center. The nonprofits receiving awards are located in Coos, Deschutes, Douglas, Jackson, Josephine, Klamath,...
Overcrowded, understaffed: Local jails facing challenges
MEDFORD, —A staffing shortage is leading to a reduction in the number of adults in custody at the Klamath County Detention Center. Sheriff Chris Kaber says staffing levels reached critical numbers earlier this month. “Our staffing is down by 20% and it’s been down for quite some time, our...
Klamath County Jail faces a staffing shortage
KLAMATH COUNTY, Ore. – Klamath County Detention Center is facing a staffing shortage, leading to a reduction of the number of adults in custody. The detention center has 48 employees and is a 150-bed facility. The sheriff’s office says the staffing levels reached critical numbers earlier this month. The average daily population has been around 120 adults in custody per day. Average daily population has been reduced by approximately 20% through various strategies.
Jailbirds of a feather: Klamath County Jail joins long list of short-staffed corrections facilities across state, country reducing populations
America’s criminal detention facilities continue to suffer from debilitating staffing shortages, and Klamath County Jail is no exception. Klamath County Sheriff Chris Kaber issued a news release Wednesday informing the public of the necessitated daily jail capacity reductions due to staffing shortages. “I believe it is important to communicate the effects on the community and the effects on the employees we ask to protect us by not having a fully...
'Welcome Home' ceremony will honor all local Vietnam veterans, registration closes June 30
Klamath County wants to honor those who served in the controversial war in Vietnam the way they deserve — by welcoming them home. “Nobody ever said welcome home to the Vietnam vets,” County Commissioner Derrick DeGroot said. Hosted by Klamath County Veterans Services and the National Council on Aging, the event will honor the sacrifice and service of local Vietnam vets with a luncheon, followed by an awards ceremony. ...
Fun on the Fourth: Klamath County celebrates Independence Day
Klamath County residents will celebrate America's independence next week with festivities and fun for the whole family. In Klamath Falls, celebrations will kick off at 10 a.m. with the annual Fourth of July parade, organized by the Klamath Falls Downtown Association. Parade entrants will line up along Spring Street and proceed down Main Street, concluding at Veterans Memorial Park in Klamath Falls. Main Street will be closed to traffic during...
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