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See it: Oregon now battling country’s largest 'megafire'
The Durkee Fire in eastern Oregon has burned around a quarter of a million after lighting started the blaze around July 17. Travel along Interstate 84 has been intermittently shut down, and evacuations have been issued after the fire doubled in size.
Smoke from wildfires blankets town in Hood River Valley
ODELL, Ore. (KATU) — Resources are being poured onto several wildfires burning across Oregon. On the east side of the state is the Durkee Fire, now the largest active wildfire in the country. It is one of 60 wildfires burning across Oregon and Washington spread by wind and fueled...
Idaho’s Air Quality Crisis: The Hidden Dangers of Wildfires and Pollution
Summers in the Western United States are a challenge. Whether you live in Arizona, California, or our state of Idaho, it's hot. The summer of 2024 is projected to be one of the hottest and most dangerous on record, posing a significant threat to our communities. . Fortunately, the Gem...
Two Purpose-Driven Portland Agencies Join Forces
PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 24, 2024-- Digital marketing agency Mad Fish Digital is acquiring brand-building marketing agency Grady Britton. Together, they will provide end-to-end marketing and communications solutions for accelerating business growth and audience connection for mission-minded clients. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240724929104/en/ (Graphic: Business Wire)
Arc’teryx Portland Creation Center and Office – Portland
Skylab Architecture designed the Arc’teryx Portland Creation Center, focusing on immersive brand experience, creative workspaces, and minimalistic aesthetic that reflects the brand’s DNA and love for the outdoors. Arc’teryx, a global design company specializing in technical high-performance outerwear and equipment, was in need of a new home for...
Lightning, high winds could worsen already destructive Durkee Fire in Eastern Oregon
Update as of Thursday morning: The Durkee Fire grew overnight, however rain helped firefighting efforts and evacuation orders were lowered for the town of Huntington. Full updates here. The Durkee Fire in Eastern Oregon grew to more than 240,000 acres Wednesday, making it the number one fire priority in the...
More evacuation zones added as Durkee Fire continues, authorizes say
BOISE, Idaho — Eastern Oregon has been faced with fires in several areas, straining the rural communities and causing evacuations. Another fire near Stanley, Idaho has also caused some concerns for recreationalists in the area. The National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) reports that Oregon is 'highest national priority'. Travel...
Micah Williams, former Duck and Oregon high school star sprinter, announces transfer commitment
Oregon star sprinter Micah Williams is headed south to Los Angeles. Williams announced his commitment to transfer to USC on his social media on Wednesday. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
‘My world could potentially collapse:’ C.O. resident frustrated by Paid Leave Oregon’s wait times for benefits
Central Oregon resident Liz Grotzsky reached out to NewsChannel 21 about her frustrations with Paid Leave Oregon for still not receiving benefits after filing her claim in late May. The post ‘My world could potentially collapse:’ C.O. resident frustrated by Paid Leave Oregon’s wait times for benefits appeared first on KTVZ.
Portland police union’s ballot initiative to shift focus of new oversight board fails to qualify
A Portland police union-backed ballot petition that would have significantly scaled back the powers of a new oversight board failed to qualify for the November ballot. The petition, which was filed in February, sought to change what’s now called the Community Police Oversight Board, saying it must focus on police recruitment, training and retention programs and determine how those programs should be improved. It also aimed to change the board’s disciplinary function, making it so that recommendations would go to the police chief, who would have had the final say in whether and how to discipline officers.
Americana Quintet Never Come Down Plays Homecoming Show After Wrapping National Tour
Locally-based Americana outfit Never Come Down returns to Portland on Tuesday, Aug. 6, at The Showdown, closing out a 20-show nationwide tour supporting the release of their sophomore album, Greener Pastures. Though it’s only been two months since the bluegrass-tinged quintet last played in town, they’ve changed considerably in that time.
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