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Readers Respond to the Latest Contortions in Oregon Homelessness Policy
The clearing of homeless camps from Portland’s streets is often and crudely described as a game of Whac-A-Mole. But another frivolous analogy comes to mind after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled cities could enforce strict camping bans: Homelessness policy on the West Coast has been written with an Etch A Sketch, which the courts shake every few years, sending cities and states back to the drawing board. Oregon, which structured its camping laws around previous court rulings, now must decide whether to draw them again (“Breaking Camp,” WW, July 10). The law-and-order candidates running for Portland City Hall this November certainly want a do-over. Here’s what our readers had to say:
'Evolving quickly': Fire near Mosier in Wasco County prompts Level 3 'GO NOW' evacuations
MOSIER, Ore. — A wildfire broke out near the town of Mosier in the Columbia River Gorge Monday afternoon, prompting Level 3 "Go Now" evacuations for an area immediately south of the city. The evacuation area extends from Rattler Ridge Road east to Huskey Road, north to the border...
Deschutes County Fairgrounds in Redmond wraps up FairWell Festival, prepares for 104th county Fair & Rodeo
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Deschutes County Fairgrounds just wrapped up the FairWell Festival and is busily preparing for another big event -- the 104th annual Deschutes County Fair and Rodeo. "An economic impact report showed that this weekend alone has about $119 million economic impact on the community," Deschutes County Fair and Expo Director Geoff Hinds said The post Deschutes County Fairgrounds in Redmond wraps up FairWell Festival, prepares for 104th county Fair & Rodeo appeared first on KTVZ.
Deschutes County judge censured after 'intervening' in murder investigation
A Deschutes County Circuit Court judge has agreed to be censured after she intervened on the behalf of personal friends in two cases. That includes a homicide two years ago just outside of Bend. The censure of Judge Bethany Flint involves incidents in 2020 and 2022, according to the censure...
Swan Lake energy storage project for efficient control power supply to break ground near Klamath Falls soon
Klamath Falls, Oregon – Scheduled to start building in 2024 close to Klamath Falls, the Swan Lake energy storage project is innovative renewable energy initiative. Under Rye Development’s direction, the project features two artificial lakes at different heights to run a pumped storage system to efficiently control power supply.
Bend Senior High School auditorium found to be ‘unsafe to occupy,’ emergency demolition planned
The Bend Senior High School auditorium will be demolished as soon as possible, Bend-La Pine Schools announced Monday. Officials said the decision follows a determination that the 69-year-old structure is substantially compromised and unsafe to occupy. The post Bend Senior High School auditorium found to be ‘unsafe to occupy,’ emergency demolition planned appeared first on KTVZ.
A vendor market held on Sunday catering to the vintage lover
The Block Party Market was hosted by Good Bad Rad Vintage off southeast highway 97 near Powers Road in Bend. Over 20 vendors took over the parking lot in front of the store offering everything from vintage clothing, retro home décor to jewelry and art.
Missing Central Oregon Youth Found in Southern Idaho
SPRAY — On July 13 the Morrow County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to a report of two missing juveniles from Spray, Oregon, at about 7:20 pm. It was reported the youth were on a camping trip in a forested area inside Morrow County. At the end of the camping trip, they told their parents over the phone that they would be returning home to Spray from Heppner.
Sky Lakes is nationally recognized for providing high-quality stroke care
Klamath Falls, July 19, 2024 — Sky Lakes has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke Gold Plus for quality achievement award for ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability.
Level 3 evacuations for Knot Fire lowered to level 1
CHILOQUIN, Ore. – Updated at 9:50 a.m.: Level 3 (GO NOW!) evacuations have been lowered to Level 1 (BE READY!) evacuations, according to the South Central Oregon Fire Management Partnership. "Level 3 (Go Now) evacuations have been lowered to a Level 1 (Be Ready) for the areas of Drews...
After hearing from veterans in Bend, Chavez-DeRemer presses VA secretary on timely, convenient health care
WASHINGTON, D.C. – After hearing in Bend from veterans concerned about long wait times to access health care at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs facilities, Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer (OR-05) is questioning Secretary Denis McDonough regarding the department’s position on allowing veterans to pursue community care. Chavez-DeRemer’s letter sent Thursday relays concerns raised during her recent Veterans Policy Forum in The post After hearing from veterans in Bend, Chavez-DeRemer presses VA secretary on timely, convenient health care appeared first on KTVZ.
‘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.
Parents plead for change after shooting leaves 80+ shell casings at park near N Portland preschool
PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - While the Portland Police Bureau continues to insist gun violence across the city is declining, residents in neighborhoods such as Eliot and Boise continue to insist not enough is being done to protect those communities. On Monday, PPB along with Mayor Ted Wheeler and other city...
Donovan Clingan's Summer League honor confirms draft steal for Blazers
The NBA announced the All-Summer League First Team and Second Team honors. Here are the results:. Donovan Clingan finished the Las Vegas Summer League, averaging the most rebounds per game at 12.3. Even more impressively, his 4.2 blocks per game were the most in the history of Summer League, surpassing "The Alien," Victor Wembanyama, who averaged four a game. The main appeal for Clingan as a draft prospect was his rebounding and rim-protecting abilities. He was even in consideration for the No. 1 overall pick by the Atlanta Hawks because of these traits. He possesses elite size at 7-foot-2 and is excellent at moving his feet, given his frame.
Neighbors mingled with neighbors at the Columbia County Fair and Rodeo
From watching a family friendly performance by Professor Bamboozle to viewing favorite barnyard animals, to taking in highly energized rodeo action, there were plenty of entertainment choices at the Columbia County Fair and Rodeo. The 2024 fair wrapped up its 5-day run Sunday, July 21, but not before all the fun that was had between the numerous events at the annual festival in St. Helens. At the cow barn Friday,...
A car show, raffles, rock 'n' roll music and more awaits visitors to Back to Our Roots in Rainier
Scenic Rainier City Park is the location of Back to our Roots, a car show and community event featuring The Decades Band, outdoor games, raffles, vendors and a beer garden. Back to our Roots takes place this weekend: Friday, July 26; Saturday, July 27; and Sunday, July 28. The event started four years ago, and has since found a home in Rainier. “Back to our Roots was started out of...
Madras women sentenced to 18 years in ex-husbands death
Paige Vannorsdall, 27, of Madras was sentenced July 22 in the shooting death of her ex-husband Devyne Briggs, of Prineville. Vannorsdall pled guilty to first-degree manslaughter, a Class A felony, on July 8. She was sentenced July 22 to 214 months, or almost 18 years in prison, with a minimum of 10 years being served. She will also serve 26 months post-prison supervision after her release. On Dec. 16, 2022,...
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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