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College football conference makes major error
For the second straight year, the Mountain West Conference capitalized on its geographical footprint by hosting its annual football media days at the Circa Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. There’s just one problem: One of the conference’s best players, Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty, is only 20 years old. That means that he Read more... The post Mountain West Media Days at Las Vegas casino presents issue for 20-year-old Boise State star appeared first on Awful Announcing.
Would Texans Allow Their Power Company to Control Their Thermostats?
"Who touched the thermostat" fights are getting more interesting with this trend: Oregon's biggest power company is rolling out a new "Smart Thermostat" program, where THEY get to change the temperature in your home. If they're doing it in Oregon, it's only a matter of time before this trend comes to the Lone Star State.
Ethics official: Aimee Kotek Wilson can work in unpaid capacity
Oregon law does not bar first lady Aimee Kotek Wilson from advising Gov. Tina Kotek or having publicly paid staff or office space to help her do so — as long as she is unpaid. A letter from the executive director of the Oregon Government Ethics Commission to Kotek’s chief of staff released on Tuesday, July 9, said that Kotek Wilson faces the same legal prohibitions as any other public official: A public position cannot be used for personal gain, and staff cannot help that...
Northwest sees 100 human-caused fires since June as lightning, winds forecast
There have been 100 human-caused wildfires on national forests and grasslands in Oregon and Washington since June, according to the U.S. Forest Service. Fire danger in Oregon will continue to be tested as eastern parts of the state prepare for potential dry lightning and winds amid already dangerous conditions as multiple fires continue to burn.
Frank Gable sues 24 investigators, alleging they framed him for state prison chief’s killing
Frank Gable on Thursday filed a federal lawsuit against 24 police officers, claiming their improper tactics led to his wrongful conviction in the 1989 killing of Oregon’s prisons chief. The suit alleges officers with Oregon State Police and the Salem Police Department engaged in malicious prosecution and violated his...
Oregon Heritage Commission to Host Meeting in Coos Bay and Online, Public Input and New Members Sought
The Oregon Heritage Commission is set to convene for a two-day session in Coos Bay, with options to join the discussion virtually, scheduled for July 21-22. The meeting will be a platform for several agenda items including the 2024 Oregon Heritage Vitality Study presented by a University of Oregon team, a report on managing harmful content in collections, a discussion on a Heritage Tradition designation application, and recommendations for the Fiscal Year 25 Oregon Cultural Trust Partner Funds Grant. According to an announcement from the Commission, there will be an opportunity for public comment at the beginning of the meeting, in person or online. For those looking to attend virtually, registration is mandatory and can be done through their website.
Western Heat Wave Tracker: The All-Time Record Highs And Record-Long Hot Streaks
An early July heat wave has gripped the West. While heat in early July isn't unusual, the magnitude and longevity has smashed some all-time records. Records have been set in California, Nevada and Oregon. Sign up for the Morning Brief email newsletter to get weekday updates from The Weather Channel...
Oregon’s extreme heat possibly linked to 12 deaths
Twelve deaths possibly connected to Oregon's recent heat wave have been recorded, with Multnomah County recording the highest number, and state medical examiners will provide more information as it becomes available.
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