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Oregon’s LGBTQ Vandalism Soars During Pride Month
Law enforcement officials are treating the act of vandalism as a potential hate crime. This week in Newberg, Oregon, a Pride flag was shot with a pellet gun shortly after being displayed in the window of a local library. Investigation Is Ongoing. Police have chimed in to say that they...
Moore Park playground redesign complete in Klamath Falls
KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. – A new playground is officially ready for fun in Klamath Falls. The community worked together to fundraise and create a new playground for the 18,000-square-foot Moore Park. The goal was to make the park ADA accessible and show off the area’s rich cultural history, while...
Summer EBT is available for a limited time, thousands of families may be eligible but must apply
Having enough to eat is crucial for good health and well-being. Yet hunger is a persistent problem across the country and here in Oregon. Feeding America reports that 1 in 6 children in Oregon face hunger. To help children get the food they need to thrive, the Oregon State Legislature approved the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) and the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) to offer Summer EBT this year. With support from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service (FNS),...
Race Your Way Around Central Oregon
For this year's Summer Health and Fitness issue, we've compiled a roundup of race events happening through the end of summer. From 5K fun runs, to full trail running marathons to mountain bike races, a diverse assortment of outdoor events are happening in Central Oregon. The Horner Cycling Foundation four-week...
Patrons of the Mall 205 DMV Are Pissed Off by Its Restroom
ADDRESS: 9900 SE Washington St. WHY IT’S EMPTY: Tenants aren’t happy. Earlier this month, WW devoted its cover story to examining the fate of Portland’s most famous zombie mall, Lloyd Center. It’s been repurposed as a hub for Portland’s burgeoning DIY scene after its owners slashed tenants’ rent.
‘Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Ex-Husband Shares Huge Family News
An original husband from “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” is going to be a father—again. In July 2024, Dr. Paul Nassif announced that he was expecting another baby with his wife Brittany Pattakos. The “Botched” plastic surgeon was previously married to RHOBH OG Adrienne Maloof for...
Summer program helps feed hungry students
Families in need of food for their school-aged children may qualify for a summer program that many aren’t aware exists. The Oregon Department of Human Services’ Summer EBT provides eligible families $120 per child for groceries when school is out, in an attempt to support youths who lose access to food programs offered at school. “June has long marked a time when kids no longer have easy access to breakfast...
Excessive heat and critical fire risk through the weekend following dry thunderstorms in Eastern Washington & Oregon
Excessive Heat Warning for the Yakima and Kittitas Valleys from until 10 PM Thursday…. Stay hydrated, wear sunscreen and find cover from the sun when possible. Heat Advisory for Eastern Washington into Northern Oregon from noon Tuesday to 10 PM Wednesday…. High temps expected are 95-105°. Moderate risk of heat...
ROSEBURG MAN HOSPITALIZED AFTER TWO-VEHICLE ACCIDENT IN GREEN
A Roseburg man was hospitalized after a two-vehicle accident in Green Tuesday afternoon. A Douglas County Sheriff’s Office report said just after 12:40 p.m. the 83-year-old was traveling west near the intersection of Happy Valley Road and Little Valley Road. His pickup drifted across lanes into oncoming traffic and struck a second pickup which was headed east, though that driver was attempting to avoid contact. The vehicle hit was also towing a utility trailer which swung around due to the impact and struck a parked vehicle, causing damage.
Kitchen fire destroys RV in Merlin
MERLIN, Ore. – An RV is destroyed and at least one person displaced after a kitchen fire broke out Tuesday night around 10 p.m. According to Rural Metro Fire, the RV located on Haines Lane near Merlin, was being used as a home. Luckily the occupant used a fire...
The Grants Pass Clinic – Recognized for Outstanding Patient Care
Finding a new physician in the Rogue Valley can be tough, and may feel downright impossible. The Grants Pass Clinic has general practitioners and many specialty physicians, and they are accepting new patients right now!. Modern technology, such as the Follow My Health app, coupled with state-of-the-art equipment, friendly staff...
Copeland Wins Night Two of WST/SCCT Speedweek
COOS BAY, OR (July 16, 2024) — Roseville’s Colby Copeland started from the pole and dominated the main event en route to his fourth career SCCT victory on Tuesday night at Coos Bay Speedway. In doing so, the driver of the Van Lare Steering Repair No. 5v machine...
Klamath County’s Second Biggest Medical Provider Risks Losing Federal Funding
KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. — The executive staff of the Klamath Health Partnership (KHP) recently issued a formal demand to its board of directors- which has been non-compliant since February, asking the entire board to resign. The demand was made because the current composition of the board and their actions...
Prepare for temperatures up to 105 degrees from Thursday to Saturday
On Wednesday at 1:06 p.m. the National Weather Service issued an excessive heat warning valid from Thursday 11 a.m. until Saturday 11 a.m. for Oregon Lower Treasure Valley. The weather service says, "Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 105 degrees expected." "Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for...
Fair board announces fair, event dates at fairgrounds
The floor has been raised in the Oaks building. Heating and cooling units are being installed in the upstairs of the Clarno building. And the most important is that we have leased an 8 acre field across Reedsford Road for more parking and there will be an entrance to the fair on the west side of the fairgrounds. As most of you know we had a real problem with parking last year and this should resolve the issue. We have a lot of painting on...
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