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Women in Wine Oregon Conference Delivers Invigorating Message of Hope and Support
Sixth annual conference gathered 270 industry members for panels and presentations from Wine Unify Executive Director Alicia Towns Franken, Portland Timbers CEO Heather Davis, and more. Carlton, Ore. (July 22, 2024) — Women in Wine Oregon, a nonprofit organization fostering inclusion and the advancement of female leadership in the beverage...
Sheriff: Passenger dies in I-5 crash, driver arrested for DUII
LINN COUNTY, Ore. — Around 2 a.m. Sunday (July 21), Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Interstate 5 near milepost 222 in Linn County. Police say a northbound Lexus GS driven by Isael Garcia, 23, of Woodburn, rear-ended a northbound Toyota Camry driven by Justin Michael Palmer, 37, of La Center, Wash.
Beaverton's Dennis Connors has turned tragedy into triumph in his life beyond the armed forces
Beaverton’s Dennis Connors has a unique story, but at the same time he doesn’t. The former Marine and war veteran has lingering effects from his time defending our country, and further effects from a stroke he suffered four years ago. But while still coping with the sadly common residuals from an experience many can’t relate, along with the tragic results of a compromising health scare, the 39-year-old has made the most of his circumstances, much of which he attributes to a sport that’s now taking...
Hoopla is Celebrating Year 25 as Oregon’s Premiere 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament in Salem
Salem, Ore. — Hoopla will bring more than 1,000 teams, 5,000 participants, and 1,000 volunteers to the streets of Salem. Athletes of all skills and ages will lace up their sneakers and compete against the backdrop of the Oregon State Capitol grounds in downtown Salem. Go to http://oregonhoopla.com to learn more.
Broadway Rose goes all in for summer run of ‘Beautiful: The Carole King Musical’
Broadway Rose Theatre Company is betting big on “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.” The company usually mounts two summer shows in the 600-seat auditorium at Tigard High School. This season, for the first time, it’s gambling on a 5-week run of a single production: the hit-packed, musical memoir recounting singer/songwriter King’s rollercoaster rise from starry-eyed teen tune-smith to rock ‘n’ roll icon.
U.S. Alpine Skier Luke Winters Weds Long-Term Girlfriend in Beautiful Ceremony in Oregon
U.S. Alpine skier Luke Winters married his long-term girlfriend Cassandra Ingram on July 13 in a beautiful ceremony in their native Oregon. The pair had been an item since freshman year in high school and have been engaged since September 2022. Winters competes in Slalom and Giant Slalom as well...
Estacada, Sandy farmers markets experience a season of growth
The communities of Estacada and Sandy have both in recent years been on the list of quickly growing cities to watch. So it only makes sense that with their population growth, their farmers markets grow with them. This season, both markets have experienced an influx of vendors, creating more variety of goods for shoppers. “The Estacada Farmer’s Market is experiencing its best year since before the COVID-19 pandemic shut it...
Harefest: Where the past meets the present - and it rocks
Arms raised to the sky, eyes closed, hips slowly swaying side to side, there was a nice vibe emanating from Sherry Hempstead as music filled the warm evening. The Portlander traveled to Canby with two of her 50-something girlfriends over the weekend to get lost in the music that defined their youth. At this year’s Harefest at the Clackamas County fairgrounds in Canby, this trio of ladies weren’t the only...
MarionMade!: Marion Tech Police Academy touts number of grads who stay in hometown
Each week, this series shares MarionMade! stories of our many wonderful people, places, products and programs in the greater Marion community. To read more positive stories of Marion, or to share some of your own, visit us as marionmade.org or on social media. Hundreds of local law enforcement officers started at Marion Technical...
Readers respond: Lake Oswego should eliminate gas leaf blowers
Gas powered leaf blowers are horrible. We need to get rid of them. There are electric leaf blowers that work really well. If we use electric leaf blowers, this would lower the noise and eliminate the toxic fumes. At our home in the First Addition neighborhood, we are surrounded by...
Steam-Up ‘brings old Oregon to life’
BROOKS, Ore. — Antique cars, tractors, threshing machines and giant steam traction engines are just some of the machinery on display at the 62-acre Powerland Heritage Park. For two weekends this summer, many of these machines will come to life for the Great Oregon Steam-Up, an annual event celebrating a bygone era.
2 Big Lots locations in Oregon to close
Two Oregon Big Lots locations will be closing, according to the retailer's website. The Salem and Albany locations of the discount retail chain are set to close and offering up to 20% off, according to banners at the top of the locations' web pages. The closures come after Big Lots...
Mid Valley homes for big families
Mid Valley homes with at least five bedrooms. Gardener's paradise with expansive valley views! Drive through "your" covered bridge then up gentle hillside to this stunning home & grounds on ~20 acres. Incredible serenity with mountain or garden views from every window, and a private forest at the hilltop. The owner's suite is on the main level and features a walk-in closet as well as heated floors in the bathroom. The rest of the bedrooms are generously sized and feature large closets and some custom built-in shelving. There is also easy dual living potential thanks to the lower level family room, kitchenette, two bedrooms, full bath, and laundry. With a door to the outside in the hallway, it's easy to throw those gardening clothes right in the wash!You?ll appreciate the variety of amenities that this lovely home provides. The solar system is owned and the average power bill per month in the last year is only about $55. It's relatively new, as is the roof. Abundant storage space throughout is provided by a large pantry, plenty of cabinets, large bedroom closets, and many additional hall and family room closets and built-ins. This meticulously maintained home also features all new carpeting throughout.This is what mid-valley living is all about! We have lots more pics, multiple videos & 3D tour of the residence. ***Please reach out to your agent.***
North Marion sports' Mount Rushmore: Vote to add the Colt's next sports icon
In the black hills of South Dakota stands Mount Rushmore, a sculpture that immortalizes four of the United State's most known presidents. The star banner brings that symbol to Marion County for an ambitious project. Today, we sculpt the faces of North Marion sports legends into our series. Our field...
Guest Column: The rare and beloved Courtney
Rare is the politician who is extraordinarily effective, respected by colleagues across the political spectrum, beloved by those who work for him — and a hoot for journalists to cover. That was Peter Courtney, D-Salem, the longest-serving Oregon legislator and Senate president. At age 81, he died July 16...
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