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2024 Oregon football positional preview: Wide receiver
The 2023 college football season was a record breaking one for the Oregon Ducks, especially in the passing game. With quarterback Bo Nix in the running for the Heisman trophy surrounded by Tez Johnson and Troy Franklin, the latter made school history by setting the single-season receiving yards record with 1,383 yards, while Johnson broke the record for receptions in a season with 86 grabs. For any other program, a...
Residential fee increase possible for new $9.5-million Medford fire station
Medford City Council last week struggled to find a compromise solution to finance a new $9.5 million fire Station on Roberts Road. After a lengthy discussion, the council signaled it would likely add 50 cents to the current $12.49-a-month public safety fee, use $4 million in reserves and tap $300,000 a year from cannabis tax dollars over the next 20 years, all of which will be needed to pay off principal and interest on the construction bonds.
Fire near Bear Creek fully contained; cause under investigation
MEDFORD, Ore. – A fire that ignited near Bear Creek around 2:20 PM on Saturday has been fully contained, but the cause is still under investigation. Initial reports suggest the blaze could have been triggered by lightning, though Medford Fire Department officials are also considering the possibility of a cooking fire.
PYAC taking orders for its firewood fundraiser
The Philomath Youth Activities Club is taking orders for the fall delivery of firewood, an activity that serves as one of the organization’s primary fundraisers. PYAC’s firewood project dates back to 2001 with more than 1,000 cords sold in the years since. To order, call 541-929-4040 or send...
High Lightning Strikes Prompt Fire Risk Concerns In Eastern Oregon
Oregon is currently under a red flag warning due to a significant number of lightning strikes recorded across the state, particularly east of the Cascades. Between Wednesday and Thursday morning, 881 lightning strikes were reported, raising concerns about potential new wildfire starts, especially given the dry conditions. The National Weather...
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