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Wildfires increase mercury in Pacific Northwest headwater streams, USGS study shows
Researchers with the U.S. Geological Survey found wildfires are increasing mercury concentrations in Pacific Northwest headwater streams. Mercury is a naturally occurring metal found in rocks and soil. But under the right conditions, it can be converted into methylmercury, a highly toxic form that accumulates in organisms such as fish and humans, said Boise-based USGS […]
‘Now is a turning point for them’: C.O. horse rescue working with trainers to domesticate rare feral horses
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mustangs to the Rescue, a local equine rehabilitation and rescue organization, is working alongside professional horse trainers Reach Out To Horses to domesticate over a dozen Oregon tarpans since February. We witnessed one stallion wear a bridle for the first time. "He's never learned to...
OSAA cracks down on bad behavior
Last season saw 198 ejections in boys’ soccer, up from 137 the previous season. Of the 198, 182 of the ejections were for “bench misconduct, entering the field during a fight, language, serious foul play, taunting, violent conduct or second caution.” The same season saw a postseason football game called in the second quarter after a fight broke out on the field between Jefferson and South Medford. Citing the increasing...
Willamette Week co-owner launches statewide investigative journalism nonprofit
The co-owner of Portland alternative newspaper Willamette Week announced a new statewide initiative this week aimed at filling the gaps created by layoffs and closures at papers in Oregon’s smaller communities. The nonprofit Oregon Journalism Project aims to bring investigative reporting to the state’s small towns and rural counties,...
Exclusive: Paid Leave prohibits processing of claims while on calls with claimants
Portland, Ore — An email obtained exclusively by KATU sheds light on an internal Paid Leave Oregon policy prohibiting staff from processing claims when the claimant is on the phone. The email was obtained through a records request. "Starting immediately, when you take a phone call from the claimant...
Alaska Airlines Pilot Who Faces Attempted Murder Charges After Trying To Crash Plane While High On Mushrooms Claims He’s A ‘Better’ Person Now
An off-duty pilot is facing multiple charges, including attempted murder, after trying to disable an Alaska Airlines flight’s engines mid-air in October 2023. The incident has raised concerns about pilot screening and mental health in the aviation industry. Joseph Emerson, 44, of California, was arrested after the flight from...
Grants Pass making big moves towards housing during city council meeting
GRANTS PASS, Ore.- The City of Grants Pass is continuing to battle its ongoing housing crisis by checking out multiple housing projects during its recent city council meeting. The Grants Pass City Council began its Wednesday meeting by approving of an amendment to both the Comprehensive Plan Map and Zone Map to change two properties on NE Agness Ave. from industrial to general commercial.
Stewart Park Bridge to close for massive farm-to-table feast
ROSEBURG, Ore. — An oft-used bridge will be temporarily closed to drivers this weekend -- repurposed to serve as a venue for a community dinner serving approximately 400 residents. The Stewart Park Green Bridge will be closed Saturday as chefs take over and feed residents a farm-to-table dinner for...
FORT UMPQUA DAYS HAPPENING OVER LABOR DAY WEEKEND
Elkton Community Education Center has its annual Fort Umpqua Days during Labor Day weekend, on Saturday August 31st and Sunday September 1st. An ECEC release said historic reenactors will set up camp on the grounds of Fort Umpqua, a life-sized replica of a Hudson’s Bay trading fort, to show what life was like in the Umpqua Valley in the mid-1800s. Guests can visit with trappers, press their own cider, enjoy kid’s activities and visit live animal exhibits. On Saturday, educators from the Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians will be on site to teach people about Native American culture.
'Tree School Umpqua' day of classes to center on forestry, natural resource topics
ROSEBURG, Ore. — Oregon State University Extension Service of Douglas County will offer a day of classes centered on forestry and natural resource topics on Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 8:40 a.m. to 5 p.m. at at Umpqua Community College in the Health, Nursing, and Science Center (HNSC), located at 1140 Umpqua College Rd. in Roseburg.
Soccer state championship games returning to Hillsboro Stadium for Oregon’s bigger schools
After a one-year move, the soccer state championship games for Class 6A and 5A will be returning to Hillsboro Stadium this fall. The title games will be on Nov. 16. The start times for the games will be determined when the matchups are set after the state semifinals. If you...
Jury deliberation begins in Buffalo Wild Wings shooting case
MEDFORD, Ore. – Closing arguments have wrapped up in the Buffalo Wild Wings shooting case and it’s now in the hands of the jury. Joseph Larry Lopez, the 18-year-old Grants Pass man accused of shooting Andrew Ramirez outside Medford’s Buffalo Wild Wings last December, is charged with attempted murder, unlawful use of a weapon, and first-degree assault.
Local businesses respond to Downtown Medford 2040 project
MEDFORD, Ore.- The City of Medford is encouraging public input on project Downtown Medford 2040. The Medford 2040 Vision Implementation Committee’s Action Plan represents, “a collaborative and proactive effort on behalf of Medford residents, businesses and government to shape the growth and development of the community over the next 20 years.”
Oregon Libertarians will appear on ballot despite Republican challenges
Libertarian candidates will appear on Oregon ballots in November, despite efforts from the state Republican party to disqualify Libertarians it feared would take votes from GOP candidates. State election officials have confirmed that seven Libertarian candidates for Congress and legislative races are qualified to run, despite correspondence the Secretary of State’s Office received from an […]
Gavin Newsom Spars With Fox’s Bret Baier Over California Border Polices and Trump’s ‘Demagoguing’ Bipartisan Bill
California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) joined Fox News anchor Bret Baier for a lengthy discussion on some of the key issues being discussed during the Democrat National Convention this week and engaged in a debate about border policies. “This theme of this convention, a lot of it is about freedom....
Beat the heat at Roseburg's Fir Grove Park Splash Pad through Labor Day
There’s still time this summer to cool off at the Fir Grove Park Splash Pad, which remains open through Labor Day, the city of Roseburg shared in a press release on Thursday, August 22nd. Roseburg Parks and Recreation operates the free interactive spray park each summer from 10:00 a.m....
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