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Gresham’s ‘largest ever’ Third Thursday heralds Festival of the Arts weekend
Gresham’s signature event, which brings hundreds of artists and thousands of visitors, all began with the biggest Third Thursday ever. Thursday, July 18, perfectly set the stage for the newly named Gresham Festival of the Arts, a three-day extravaganza that transformed downtown. It ran from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Like all Third Thursdays, which are hosted monthly...
Legendary Makers Market returns for its second edition in Beaverton
Asian American Town, with support from the City of Beaverton, is proud to announce the second Legendary Makers Market: An Asian American Night Market, a celebration of Asian American storytelling across art, performance, music, media, craft, wellness and food in the Pacific Northwest. In its second year, the event will be held from Friday, July 26, 2024, to July 28, 2024, at The Round in Beaverton (12600 SW Crescent St, Beaverton, OR 97005).
Falls Fire estimated at 114,236 acres on Friday
UPDATE – 7/19 – (From Falls Fire 2024) Please join us for our latest public meeting to learn more about the Falls Fire’s current status. Location: The Grant County Regional Airport – 72000 Airport Road, John Day, OR 97845. In the large conference room. Attend to...
Extreme weather to impact weekend plans around the PNW
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Heat, haze and the chance for lightning starting and spreading new fires has prompted a KOIN 6 Weather Alert this weekend. Summer temperatures return to the mid to upper 90s Saturday as skies become increasingly more hazy. Wildfire smoke from fires already burning around the state will move into the Willamette Valley. Decrease air quality might prevent sensitive groups from spending a prolonged amount of time outdoors.
This Nonprofit Gives Free Laptops To K-12 Kids In ID, UT, OR, & WA…No Strings Attached
CFK: bridging the digital gap for kids in ID, UT, WA & OR. Wouldn't it be amazing if every kid had the laptop they needed for school regardless of their family's income? Computers for Kids sure thinks so! Computers for Kids, Inc. (CFK) is a Pacific Northwest nonprofit based in Boise bridging the digital gap for kids in Idaho, Utah Washington, and Oregon.
Oregon Governor Declares Emergency in Umatilla County as Wildfires Rage, Forcing Evacuations Near Pilot Rock
Amid a barrage of wildfires that ignited across Umatilla County near Pilot Rock due to severe lightning storms, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek declared an emergency on Wednesday night. The fires, fanned by gusty winds and parched conditions, have escalated rapidly, posing a grave threat to life and property in the region. In response, the Oregon State Fire Marshal's Office is mobilizing the Green Incident Management Team, along with structural task forces from Benton, Marion, and Polk counties to join the firefighting efforts.
Oregon counties plan new recovery programs amid funding concerns
HILLSBORO – Oregon counties are mapping out new diversion programs to combat the state’s fentanyl crisis, an undertaking facing short- and long-term challenges to make it a success. In Washington County, Oregon’s second most populous, officials plan to start the new program on Sept. 1, when House Bill 4002 takes effect and puts in place […] The post Oregon counties plan new recovery programs amid funding concerns appeared first on Oregon Capital Chronicle.
Working to strengthen Pacific Northwest defenses against wildfires and wildfire smoke
In the summer of 2020, wildfire smoke blanketed the city of Portland, Oregon, leading to a prolonged period of poor air quality and health concerns for residents. Subsequently, in 2021 the city experienced a heat wave with temperatures reaching as high as 116 degrees. These events highlighted how the climate crisis has increased the frequency and intensity of wildfires and weather-related emergencies in the western United States.
Summer heat nears its peak Friday around Portland
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Summer temperatures are on the rise as afternoon highs return into the 90s again on Friday. A KOIN 6 Weather Alert Day will go into place on Saturday as temperatures climb into the mid to upper 90s in Portland and the Willamette Valley. Hazy conditions...
Heat islands that boost temps affect majority of Portlanders
More than 70% of Portland residents live on heat islands with temperatures that feel at least 8° higher than surrounding areas, a new analysis shows. Why it matters: Urban heat islands (UHIs) are boosting temperatures within 65 major U.S. cities that are home to 50 million people, or 15% of the total U.S. population, according to Climate Central's analysis of 2024 temperatures.
Level 3: Go Now evacuation notice issued for Pyramid Fire east of Sweet Home
LINN COUNTY, Ore. — A Level 3 Evacuation Notice has been issued for the Pyramid Fire burning east of Sweet Home. A LEVEL 3: GO NOW! Evacuation Alert is being issued for a large area of the Sweet Home Ranger District. This evacuation is being coordinated with the United States Forest Service.
Heartbreaking Fire Devastates Mr. Bill’s Village Smokehouse in Lincoln City
In a tragic twist of fate, just days after we featured Mr. Bill's Village Smokehouse in Lincoln City, Oregon, this beloved local gem suffered an extensive fire. On July 16, at around 2 a.m., an electrical fire broke out, causing significant damage to this family-run business, which has been a staple of the community for years.
The results are in: Survey-takers support increased access to Tualatin River in King City
The majority of survey-takers who access the Tualatin River at King City Community Park said they support improving river access through the installation of a kayak launch with gangway in order to launch their kayak, canoe or paddleboard. In a recent survey of a little more than 150 respondents, about 92% said they favored the city’s plans to improve river access. Of those, 61% said the kayak launch was the...
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