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Road project, covered play shed mostly finished as classes get ready to start
Construction of a street near Philomath Elementary School and a new covered play shed at Clemens Primary School will be mostly completed by the time school starts with both projects expected to be in the final stages, Superintendent of Schools Susan Halliday said Thursday night during a School Board meeting.
Idaho Beat Writer Previews Oregon Ducks vs Vandals Opener
The Oregon Ducks kick off the 2024 college football season against Idaho, with hopes to warm up before later Big Ten competition. While Oregon is favored, Idaho's young offense and experienced defense might surprise fans. The Vandals have previously kept FBS teams competitive, indicating they won't be an easy opening matchup for the Ducks. The game holds more significance for Idaho in establishing its reputation as they strive for success in the FCS. Insights from local beat writer Peter Harriman predict a strong effort from both teams, but Oregon's depth is expected to prevail.
Fifth annual ‘Fifth Street Marketfest’ festivities now underway
EUGENE, Ore. – A three-day community festival kicks off on Friday at the Fifth Street Market in Eugene with a number of special events included over the weekend. The Eugene Marathon’s Fun Run will start at 9 a.m. on Saturday morning and yoga is scheduled for Sunday morning, also at 9 a.m. Throughout the weekend, each day is packed with music, activities, vendors, and, of course, food. This year, a portion of the proceeds will benefit the nonprofit Connected Lane County and organizers are expecting about 20,000 visitors to attend the festival.
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...
Oregon State AD Scott Barnes raves about his first-year football coach Trent Bray: ‘His family are those kids.'
CORVALLIS – There’s a lot on the line with Oregon State football this season. The Beavers are determined to stay relevant on the college football landscape as they attempt to solidify their conference future. Winning football in 2024 keeps a Power 4 future flame flickering. If you purchase...
Lane Transit District offers alternative transportation for UO football games
LANE COUNTY, Ore. — College football is right around the corner and the Lane Transit District (LTD) is offering Duck fans an alternative for getting to the game. People can leave their vehicle at one of LTD’s 21 free Park & Ride locations, board a bus to Eugene or Springfield stations, then transfer to EmX. From there, riders get off at Agate Station and take a short walk north across Franklin Boulevard and the Frohnmayer Footbridge to Autzen.
Man arrested for slashing tires of 36 cars in Vancouver
VANCOUVER Wash. (KPTV) - A suspect accused of slashing the tires on at least 36 cars was taken into custody in Vancouver on Saturday morning. Bryan Southard said he’s spent the day astonished. “One dude stabbed up 40 plus cars, for what reason who knows,” Southard said. “I was...
Troutdale man faces charges for kicking 12-week puppy
A Troutdale man was arrested Monday afternoon, Aug. 19, after video showed him abusing a 12-week-old rottweiler-bull terrier puppy. Merlyn Christopher Blair, 25, was booked in the Multnomah County Detention Center where he faces second-degree animal abuse and second-degree disorderly conduct. He was released on his own recognizance and was arraigned Tuesday, Aug. 20. At about 1:50 p.m. Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a 911 call about the...
Team continuity paving the way for North Marion football in 2024
As North Marion football head coach Michael Bicknell enters his fourth season with the Huskies, the team may well be on the cusp of its first winning campaign since 2019. The Huskies return four all-league members from last season, losing a minimal amount of contributors, and are led by a senior class that entered the program the same time as Bicknell. “I think the best thing for this year has...
Astor Street Opry Co. describes financial difficulties
The Astor Street Opry Co. has acknowledged staffing missteps that jeopardized the organization’s financial stability and left the board in “a state of shock and disillusionment.” The W. Bond Street playhouse, which wrapped the 40th season of the melodrama “Shanghaied in Astoria” last weekend, faced a public auction at the Clatsop County Courthouse this month. On Thursday, in a post on the ...
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 attorney for the Oregon Republican Party and a past Libertarian Party of Oregon leader urging officials to reject Libertarian nominees. ...
Parvovirus B19 Spreading In Washington Here Are The Symptoms
Residents of Washington need to be aware that Parvovirus B19 is increasing and spreading throughout Washington and other states across America. This virus is a typical child illness that can cause a rashing face, also known as "slap cheeks disease." Source: Newsweek. WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF THE PARVOVIRUS B19?
Spokane pitching stymies Hillsboro in 7-2 Hops defeat
The Hops were looking to make it three out of four this week against Spokane, but the Indians had other thoughts and their pitching made those thoughts so in a 7-2 win on Friday night, Aug. 23, at Hillsboro Ballpark. Spokane used six pitchers in the game, with Carlos Torres earning the win. Combined, Indian pitchers allowed two earned runs on six hits, while striking out 11. ...
Oregon Humane Society hosting adoption promotion this weekend
PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - The Oregon Humane Society is hosting an adoption promotion over the weekend with a reduced adoption fee of $10 to highlight pets waiting for their forever home for more than 10 days. The adoption promotion will take place at OHS’ Portland and Salem campuses and at...
Portland teamaker expands in beleaguered Central Eastside
Portland-based Steven Smith Teamaker is expanding in Portland’s Central Eastside. Steven Smith Teamaker, whose headquarters are at 110 S.E. Washington St., leased another 9,300 square feet four blocks away at 115 S.E. Yamhill St., according to property owner Melvin Mark Investors. If you purchase a product or register for...
Starway to Heaven™ Japanese Snowbell wins People’s Choice balloting at Farwest Show New Varieties Showcase
Nursery industry professionals attending the 2024 Farwest Show chose Starway to Heaven™ Japanese Snowbell (Styrax japonicus ‘RNI-Rixred’ PP35353) as their favorite new plant in the New Varieties Showcase. That made it a clean sweep for the new tree, which also won the NVS Judges Choice’ Best in Show award earlier in the week.
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