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Wallowa-Whitman supervisor issues draft decision authorizing placer mining exploration
The Wallowa-Whitman National Forest has published a final environmental impact statement that studies 22 proposed mining operations on the forest near Baker City and Sumpter. Shaun McKinney, Wallowa-Whitman supervisor, has approved a draft decision authorizing new operating plans for 20 placer mining sites. The decision doesn’t authorize lode (underground) mining, which was proposed on two ...
Lake Oswego resident, former party leader, discusses experience at Republican National Convention
With the Republican Party presidential nomination a foregone conclusion, the central purpose of the 2024 Republican National Convention, according to Lake Oswego resident and recent gubernatorial candidate Bob Tiernan, was to energize the base while bringing some independents and Democrats on board for the November presidential election. Tiernan, the former chairman of the Oregon Republican Party who had been an Oregon delegate in previous elections and received a VIP invite to this week’s convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, said the party accomplished that mission. ...
At 8 years old, Wilsonville runner is on the fast track to national championship
WILSONVILLE, Oregon — An 8-year-old track star from Wilsonville is gearing up for the National Junior Olympic Track & Field Championships in Texas. Grant Broussard qualified for the 100-meter dash and the 200-meter dash after posting some of the nation’s best times for his age group. “I like...
Newberg Youth Soccer unveils rebrand at season kick-off night
Nearly 300 community members were present at Newberg Youth Soccer's season kick-off night on Thursday, July 19. The community club gathering was highlighted by the reveal of the organization's new logo and name. Dubbed Chehalem Valley Soccer Club, the switch is meant to better represent the scope of the athletes involved, hailing from not only Newberg but also Carlton, Cornelius, Dayton, Dundee, Forest Grove, Hillsboro, Lafayette, McMinnville, Sheridan, Sherwood, St. Paul and Yamhill. ...
Lake Oswego to pay losing bidders for treatment plant project
As a way to ensure it receives attractive bids, the city of Lake Oswego will pay the top two losing bidders for a project to build a new wastewater treatment plant in the Foothills area. During a meeting Tuesday, July 16, the Lake Oswego City Council voted 6-1 on a plan to pay the second and third place bidders $125,000 each. Council President Massene Mboup voted against the resolution. The city would also provide a payment of $250,000 to the top firm if it decides...
10 most expensive homes sold in the Portland metro area, July 8-14
A house in Vancouver that sold for $6.4 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Portland metro area in the past week. In total, 788 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $646,040. The average price per square foot was $330.
Large wildfire breaks out on Ross Island, black smoke visible for miles
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — On Saturday afternoon, Portland Fire responded to a large wildfire burning on Ross Island in the Willamette River. CHIME IN | Submit your photos and video to KATU News. The thick black smoke plume could be seen for miles around the Portland area. Crews were...
Portland FBI chief visits Bend, discusses election security
FBI Portland field office Special Agent in Charge Doug Olson was in Bend Friday to discuss the agency's efforts for election security. Portland FBI chief visits Bend, discusses election security. FBI Portland field office Special Agent in Charge Doug Olson was in Bend Friday to discuss the agency's efforts for...
An Ocean on the Inside: R.G. Shore’s Award-Winning Memoir Recounts Spiritual Healing in Prison
Portland, Oregon — In an almost all-white prison in the Pacific Northwest, R.G. Shore, a “person of color,” turns up the static and allows the white noise to drown him in sound. Other than sleep, his handheld radio and cheap headphones provide the only escape from the men around him.
Eugene seeks new decarbonization strategies after failure of natural gas ban
A year after the failure of its natural gas ban, the City of Eugene is looking for new ways to reduce carbon emissions. City Council previously tried to ban natural gas hook-ups in new low-rise residential buildings. But that drew pushback from an advocacy group backed by Northwest Natural. Ultimately,...
Lone Rock Fire at 83,922 acres; Spray remains in Level 3, Go Now!
WHEELER, MORROW & GILLIAM COUNTIES – The town of Spray remains under a Level 3, Go Now! evacuation as of 3 p.m. July 19th for the Lone Rock Fire. An emergency evacuation shelter is set up at Wheeler High School, 600 E B St, Fossil, Oregon. An additional evacuation shelter is located at Grant Union High School, 911 S Canyon Blvd., John Day, Oregon. Find Lone Rock Fire information below:
La Biblioteca Celebrates Collaboration with Burgundian Winemaker François Millet
Dundee, OR — July 18, 2024 — La Biblioteca, known for its limited release bottlings of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, is pleased to announce its collaboration with master winemaker François Millet. This partnership signals a new chapter in La Biblioteca’s journey to produce wines reflective of the unique terroir of Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Millet is leading winemaking efforts with support from managing partner James Cahill, representing nearly a century of combined winemaking experience.
Heat advisory today with isolated thunderstorms possible
Yesterday, it reached 91 degrees in Portland, and this morning it is warmer in the metro and valleys, similar at the coast, and cooler in the gorge. Today is a First Alert Weather Day. This morning, I’m seeing a few clouds on the horizon—stay tuned for some awesome sunrise pics—and by noon, things will be heating up for the metro, valleys, and gorge areas. There is a heat advisory today in these areas, with temperatures expected to reach well into the upper 90s and triple digits throughout the gorge. A Fire Weather Watch will begin overnight and last through Sunday.
This year’s Street of Dreams ditches the ‘street’ for a regional tour of luxury homes
Home shoppers and others looking for remodeling ideas and the latest design trends can explore Portland area homes showcasing work by top builders, interior designers and landscape architects during the 2024 NW Natural Street of Dreams luxury home tour on extended weekends Aug. 1-18. For the first time in 49...
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