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The story behind those riverfront pilings
The view from the new platform at Monteith Riverpark is nice, someone observed in an email. But what about that ugly piling sticking up in the middle? Will it be removed?. No, that pipe will stay where it is until the end of days, I’m pretty sure. Plans for the Albany Waterfront Project do not mention getting rid of the remnants of what once was an elaborate floating dock.
Threshing Bee, set for Sept. 14-15, brings history alive
If you’ve never participated in an old-fashioned threshing bee, next month is your chance. Antique and horse-drawn equipment will roll out to harvest wheat at the Jefferson County Historical Society’s Eighth Annual Threshing Bee, Sept. 14 and 15, at its new location north of Madras. For the second year, the free, family-friendly event will be held at Casad Family Farms, owned by Chris and Cate Casad, at 2595 NW Elm Lane, where nearly 3 acres of Sonora wheat – almost double last year’s acreage –...
Around town: Outlining the highlights of Mount Angel’s Oktoberfest
There’s no dearth of festivities at Mount Angel’s Oktoberfest, but if you find yourself looking for a stroll, there’s plenty to take in around town Sept. 12-15. Among the numerous venues that make up the Oktoberfest experience is a variety of events and décor that harken back to the Old World. Downtown The Harvest Monument:...
Johnson Victorious Again For VRD Racing
PORTLAND, Ore. — Nikita Johnson was out to prove a point this weekend. And he did so emphatically. The 16-year-old from Gulfport, Fla., knew he had virtually no chance of wresting away the USF Pro 2000 Presented by Continental Tire championship from his main rival, Lochie Hughes, but after holding off a race-long challenge yesterday from last year’s USF2000 champion Simon Sikes in damp, drying conditions, today Johnson ensured another visit to the top step of the podium for himself and VRD Racing in the dry by fending off the attentions of Turn 3 Motorsport’s Hughes to claim his series-leading eighth victory of the season.
Pilots Picked First in Preseason Poll; Three Make Preseason All-WCC Team
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. – The Portland Pilots Men's Cross Country team has been selected to finish first in the 2024 WCC Preseason Coaches Poll, sharing the top spot with Gonzaga. This marks the second year in a row that the Pilots have been chosen finish first in the WCC Preseason Polls. Jona Bodirsky, Bradley Peloquin, and Matt Strangio to the 2024 All-WCC Preseason Team, marking the second consecutive year that Peloquin and Strangio have received the honor and the first time for Bodirsky.
"Adultish" Author Dr. Charlotte Markey
Research shows that the generation that came of age amid Facetuned photos, misleading online nutritional advice, and a devastating global pandemic, struggles deeply with developing a positive relationship with their bodies, especially as they leave home and begin to live independent lives. Charlotte Markey, author of the new book "Adultish: The Body Image Book for Life", joined us to share ways to combat social media’s negative influence on mental health, body image, and overall sense of self.
Huskies Showcase Dominance with Exhibition Win Over Pilots
The Washington Huskies volleyball team kicked off their season with an exhibition match against Portland, securing a 3-1 victory at Alaska Airlines Arena. After dropping the first set, the Huskies bounced back, winning the next three convincingly. This match served as a valuable opportunity for Coach Leslie Gabriel to experiment with different lineup combinations ahead of their first Big Ten season. Notable performances included sophomore Kierstyn Barton with 16 kills and multiple freshmen and transfers making their debuts.
Huskies Fall In Season Opener
PORTLAND, Ore. – Washington dropped its season opener at No. 22 Portland, 2-1, on Friday night at Merlo Field. Washington (0-1-0) outshot Portland (1-0-0), 10-8, with seven shots on goal. Jadon Bowton recorded three saves, the most for the senior since he also had three against Cal in October 2022. Portland jumped out to an early 1-0 lead with a goal by Sebastian Nava in the sixth minute. Five minutes later, Washington responded with Charlie Kosakoff's second career goal in the 11th minute off assists by Rhys Gourdie and Joe Dale . The Pilots retook the lead in the 61st...
Woodburn football ready to orchestrate bounce back season in 2024
It was a rough outing for Woodburn football in 2023. The Bulldogs finished at the bottom of the standings in a grueling Mid-Willamette Conference, which featured six of the top-15 teams in the state rankings. In its first year back in Class 5A, it seemed like everything that could have gone wrong for Woodburn did. Thrust into arguably the toughest conference in the classification, injuries plagued the season, resulting in...
Family and friends of Yachats man who perished trying to help swimmers not surprised at his compassion, courage
YACHATS – Sean Johnson acted without hesitation Sunday when he scrambled down the rocky shoreline and jumped into the ocean to help a woman and her two young sons struggling against the current. The selfless act of courage cost him his life. But his actions were no surprise to...
TriMet boosts service in Clackamas County with new bus line and extended routes
Starting Sunday, TriMet is beefing up its service in Clackamas County. The transit agency will introduce a brand new bus line, extend a popular line to Oregon City and add buses to serve more areas at more times.
Northbound lanes of I-5 bridge to close for maintenance Saturday night
The northbound span of the Interstate 5 Bridge is set to briefly close Saturday night for repairs, ODOT has announced. The closure will begin at 11 p.m. on Aug. 24 and the bridge is expected to reopen at 7 a.m. Sunday. The northbound on-ramp from Hayden Island to I-5 will also be closed at that time. According to ODOT, the reason for the closure is so crews can rebuild the drawbridge sign and work on other mechanical systems. As a detour, ODOT suggests any traffic coming in to Washington should take I-84 East to I-205 North across the Glenn Jackson Bridge over the Columbia River. KOIN 6 News is a news partner of the Portland Tribune. Their full story can be found at koin.com.
Portland weather: A cool Saturday with a slight chance of showers
If you’re thinking about heading to Tom McCall Waterfront Park for the Rockstar Energy Open skateboarding competition, be prepared for a range of weather conditions throughout the weekend. Portland’s forecast calls for mostly cloudy skies Saturday morning before it gradually becomes mostly sunny with a high of 72 degrees,...
1 arrested, 3 injured after street-racing crash on Interstate 84
GRESHAM, Ore. — A driver has been arrested after sending three people to the hospital while racing another vehicle on Interstate 84 early Saturday morning, according to the Gresham Police Department. Around 3:16 a.m., officers responded to a multi-vehicle crash on westbound Interstate 84 at Northeast 181st Avenue, where...
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