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Idaho’s Winter Forecast This Year & The Highest Chance For Snow
Winter is coming, and if you're in Idaho or the Pacific Northwest, you might be curious about what to expect. Let's break down the Farmers' Almanac winter forecast in a way that's easy to digest. First, Idaho and the Pacific Northwest, including Washington and Oregon, are in for some mixed...
Historic federal awards are accelerating the I-5 bridge replacement effort
Aug. 12—VANCOUVER, Wash. — The century-old bridge connecting Washington and Oregon over the Columbia is due for replacement, according to an announcement from Gov. Jay Inslee's office. Washington and Oregon have committed $1 billion apiece to the $6 billion project, and the federal government is helping bridge the gap. On Thursday, leaders and lawmakers gathered to celebrate a $1.5 billion ...
Tip of the Week: Fire Safety
Fire season is in full swing and has reminded us to stay vigilant and cautious. Fire season is the time of year where wildfires are more likely to occur. There are precautions we can all take to reduce the risk of becoming the victim of a fire. Many resources and status updates can be found at Wildfire.Oregon.gov or KeepOregonGreen.org. This week we want to share the following tips that can help keep you and your family safe. ...
Oregon higher education leaders propose budget they say will jeopardize programs and raise costs for students
The board tasked with broad oversight of Oregon’s public universities and community colleges signed off on its $4.75 billion budget proposal Thursday, Aug. 8. But the Oregon Higher Education Coordinating Commission was not happy with it. “We are seriously concerned that at the funding levels described within our (agency recommended budget), Oregon will hinder progress towards state goals for postsecondary education and training,” reads a letter approved by commissioners and signed by Chair Sandy Rowe, who also is a member of OPB’s board of directors. With only $31 million to add to its current budget, the coordinating commission said it was hard-pressed to offer Oregon students an affordable education and necessary support. Oregon Public Broadcasting is a news partner of this publication. Find the original story here.
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