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This giant, prehistoric fanged salmon is even more bizarre than scientists thought
EUGENE, Ore. — In the rivers of the ancient Pacific Northwest, a colossal salmon once swam – one that dwarfed even the largest of today’s prized catches. For decades, this extinct giant has captured imaginations as the “Sabertooth Salmon,” conjuring images of a fish with fearsome downward-pointing fangs. But a study published in PLOS ONE reveals that we’ve been telling fish tales about this prehistoric marvel all along.
Summer Flower Event at Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm
New this year, Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm invites you to explore its bounty of summertime blooms. The summer flower event features vibrant sunflowers and a variety of other summer flowers. For more than 40 years, this Woodburn, Oregon, farm has delighted visitors with beautiful blossoms of every color framing the...
Oregon Ducks' Sabrina Ionescu and Team USA Take Humbling Loss to WNBA All-Stars
Sabrina Ionescu of the Oregon Ducks and Team USA took an early spill on their chase for gold in the Paris Olympics. Caitlin Clark proved why she should have been representing America this summer.
Power gets shut off in Huntington as Durkee Fire causes concern
ONTARIO, Ore. — People in Huntington, Oregon are without electricity as the Durkee Fire creeps closer to the city. The Idaho Power website says this is currently affecting about 540 customers. A majority of those affected were hit in the morning. On Tuesday, Idaho Power said they de-energized the...
Hillary Clinton is coming to Portland weeks before 2024 presidential election
When Hillary Clinton visits Portland this fall on a book tour, she may have some insight into the national moment. Clinton, who ran for president in 2016 and lost the race to Donald Trump, will take the stage at Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 21, just two weeks before an as-yet-undetermined Democrat takes on Trump, now in his third presidential run.
Portland Trail Blazers' Josh Hart trade ages worse by the day
In 2023, the Portland Trail Blazers traded Josh Hart to the New York Knicks right before the NBA trade deadline. Roughly a year and a half later, the Blazers have nothing to show from the deal. Here is what Portland and general manager Joe Cronin received for Hart:. Josh Hart...
Neighbors unhappy with plan for 26 duplexes near Willamette Wetlands
Residents of West Linn’s Willamette neighborhood are pushing back against the proposed development of 26 duplexes near the Willamette River in an area called “Willamette Wetlands.” Rivianna Beach, as property owner Bob Schultz plans to call the new housing development, would be located on 5th Avenue between 4th Street and 7th Street just above the wetlands and the settling pond of the old Blue Heron Mill. Residents are primarily concerned...
Portland Author Alissa Hattman Shortlisted for 2024 Ursula K. Le Guin Prize for Fiction
Portland author Alissa Hattman has made the shortlist for the nationwide 2024 Ursula K. Le Guin Prize for Fiction for her first novel, Sift (The 3rd Thing Press, 120 pages, $24). After an open nomination process last April in which authors and fans alike could nominate fiction novels that represented ideas reflected in Le Guin’s work, Hattman joins nine other authors on the shortlist. This year’s recipient of the prize will be chosen by a panel of authors that includes writers such as The Handmaid’s Tale author Margaret Atwood and The Paper Menagerie author Ken Liu.
Recent research details potential solutions to Ross Island Lagoon’s cyanobacteria blooms
The Ross Island Lagoon, which sits in the center of the four-island complex known as Ross Island, is a byproduct of decades of mining. In addition to industrial purposes, the lagoon also has a long history of being used recreationally and provides habitat for a variety of vulnerable plant and animal species.
Study of urban moss raises concerns about lead levels in older Portland neighborhoods
Lead levels in moss are as much as 600 times higher in older Portland, Oregon, neighborhoods where lead-sheathed telecommunications cables were once used compared to lead levels in nearby rural areas, a new study of urban moss has found. The findings raise concerns about lead exposure in pre-1960 neighborhoods where...
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.
Continuing the family business: New Lamborghini dealership will open in Wilsonville
The Tonkin family has sold cars in the Portland area since 1966, starting with the Ron Tonkin Gran Turismo dealership that now resides in Wilsonville and is the oldest Ferrari dealership in North America, according to the company’s website. Now, Celia Tonkin and her brother, Brendan, are continuing the family business with a new Lamborghini dealership in Wilsonville. With construction estimated to finish in mid-2026, the new dealership will be located at 25239 Southwest Parkway Avenue — up the street from the Ron Tonkin Gran...
Over 3,000 Affected by Power Outage in Northeast Portland, Cause Under Investigation
Over 3,000 residents in Northeast Portland faced a blackout early Monday morning as a significant power outage impacted the area. The loss of electricity was first reported just before the dawn's light at approximately 6:40 a.m., according to utility provider Pacific Power. Field crews were promptly deployed to investigate the sudden power outage that fell upon the neighborhood.
Primus, Coheed And Cambria Stir Up Mosh Pit Of Heavy Metal Nostalgia In Oregon [Photos/Videos]
A diverse crowd gathered near Portland, OR on Friday for a concert at McMenamins Edgefield featuring Primus and Coheed and Cambria. When it was announced back in February, the co-headlining tour took some by surprise, seeing as Coheed’s heavily conceptual prog rock falls outside Primus’ psychedelic music festival milieu, though upon reflection, the pairing makes perfect sense. Primus has always had a strong footing in both the heavy metal world and jam band scene thanks to Les Claypool‘s idiosyncratic style and eclectic taste. The band recently toured with A Perfect Circle and Puscifer—both fronted by Tool singer Maynard James Keenan—and its heavy metal street credit may have actually peaked around the time that Coheed blew up on a national level with help from games like Rock Band and Guitar Hero, which also featured tracks from Primus.
‘I don’t know who we’ve irritated’: Portland church deals with large amounts of vandalism
PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - A north Portland church says they’ve been dealing with an increasing amount of vandalism over the past couple of months. Most recently, the Bethel Baptist Church said the damage was so bad they had to cancel their Sunday service and are unsure of when they’ll be able to re-open their doors.
Residents west of Mosier in Columbia Gorge told to evacuate due as winds push Microwave Tower Fire eastward
THE DALLES, Ore. (KTVZ) – Residents west of the Columbia Gorge town of Mosier were told to evacuate Monday as the fast-moving Microwave Tower Fire burned eastward, driven by strong westerly winds of 30 to 35 miles per hour. The areas included:. LEVEL 3 - GO NOW! Evacuate immediately...
Portland Winterhawks coach steps down after 13 years
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The Portland Winterhawks announced a pair of big organizational moves on Monday. Head coach Mike Johnston stepped down from his position after 13 years at the helm and will focus on his roles as the Winterhawks Team President and General Manager, signing a four-year extension for both positions. Johnston plans to […]
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