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Map shows where thunderstorms might develop in Oregon on Tuesday and Wednesday
Portland has a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms overnight Tuesday and into early Wednesday. The thunder chances are highest over the central Cascades and may start by Tuesday afternoon, the National Weather Service says. “A low pressure system will move northward this evening, leading to a slight chance for...
Oregon governor’s office orders independent audit of Human Services after woman’s death in Sandy
The Oregon Department of Human Services is facing another examination of its policies and practices — this time following the death of an elderly woman with dementia who wandered away from a long-term care facility in Sandy and died outside alone on a winter day. Ki Soon Hyun’s body was found in the woods on Christmas day. An investigation by Oregon’s long-term care ombudsman faulted the agency in her death...
New luxury Bend RV Resort aims for Labor Day weekend opening
The new luxury RV resort on the SouthEast side of Bend could be a month away from its soft opening. The developers proudly present the Bend RV Resort as a unique and unparalleled facility in Central Oregon, offering a range of exclusive features. New luxury Bend RV Resort aims for...
Commissioners to host Community Conversation on recreational campground opportunities in Deschutes County
The Deschutes County Board of County Commissioners invites residents to participate in a Community Conversation on Tuesday, July 30, to discuss potential opportunities for recreational campgrounds in the county. Last year, the Board authorized a Camping Feasibility Study to explore the development of private or public recreational campgrounds within Deschutes...
Table Rock Fire, Medford, Less than an Acre 7/16
They have a wet line around the fire and foreward progress has been stopped. Diverting traffic at Table Rock and Airport per radio traffic. Fire is under the overpass on the southbound side of Interstate 5, per radio traffic.
Medford cooling shelter open Tuesday
MEDFORD, Ore. – The City of Medford is opening a cooling shelter Tuesday after declaring a severe weather event. In partnership with ACCESS, the shelter will be open from noon to 8 p.m. and is located at 324 West 6th Street. Water, snacks, and restrooms will be provided. For...
Fatal ATV Crash in Klamath County
On Sunday July 14, 2024 at approximately 4:45pm, Klamath County Sheriff’s Office deputies, US Forest Service Law Enforcement officers and emergency medical services from Rocky Point Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to a reported single vehicle All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) crash on US Forest Service Rd #3651 in the area of Cold Springs Campground.
Former Klamath County sheriff’s captain files whistleblower retaliation suit against sheriff, county
A longtime Klamath County sheriff’s supervisor who said he faced retaliation after initiating investigations into the sheriff’s two sons and then reporting Sheriff Chris E. Kaber’s attempt to protect them has filed a whistleblower suit against the county, the sheriff’s office and the sheriff. Capt. Brian...
Excessive heat and critical fire risk through the weekend following dry thunderstorms in Eastern Washington & Oregon
Excessive Heat Warning for the Yakima and Kittitas Valleys from until 10 PM Thursday…. Stay hydrated, wear sunscreen and find cover from the sun when possible. Heat Advisory for Eastern Washington into Northern Oregon from noon Tuesday to 10 PM Wednesday…. High temps expected are 95-105°. Moderate risk of heat...
Column: Klamath Basin has produced some Winter Olympians as well
Editor’s note: This is one in a series of stories about Olympic athletes with ties to the Klamath Basin. Few athletes understand the angst of a career-ending injury and the ecstasy of returning to the sport they love more than Klamath Union High School graduate Laurenne Ross.
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