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OSU study: Bicycle rolling-stop laws don’t lead to unsafe behavior
Laws that let bicyclists treat stop signs as yield signs lead neither riders nor motorists to act unsafely, according to a groundbreaking Oregon State University study. The project by OSU College of Engineering researchers featured a novel experimental technique — linking separate bicycle and motor vehicle simulators — and the findings are important as more and more states consider bicycle rolling-stop legislation, said David Hurwitz, the study’s leader.
A look at the powerhouse where Oregon’s hydropower is generated
BONNEVILLE, Ore. — Everything about the Bonneville Dam is big. The dams themselves — there are actually three, stretching between islands to cut across a nearly mile-wide section of the Columbia River — are made of nearly 2 million cubic yards of concrete. But the real magic, and what makes them such a valuable resource, happens inside the dams.
Energy demand from data centers growing faster than West can supply, experts say
Data centers being rapidly built in the West are becoming an “emerging risk” to electrical grid reliability in the region, according to regional transmission experts. New data centers, which can be built in as little as 18 months, are far outpacing the growth in new electrical energy supply and transmission, according to members of the […]
Oregon AG joins lawsuit against property management software firm
(The Center Square) - Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum was one of eight state attorney generals to join the US Department of Justice in an antitrust enforcement action against RealPage Inc. late last week. The plaintiffs contend that RealPage Inc. engaged in anti-competitive practices, hurting renters. The DOJ and lawmakers contend that RealPage allows landlords to use software to determine rental property prices, hindering competition and increasing rental costs. ...
Mid-Willamette Valley prep sports schedule Aug. 29-31
High school sports have returned and we couldn’t be more excited. Take a look below and find out where all our Mid-Willamette Valley teams are playing to open the fall season. Multiple teams are playing in jamborees, which will not count against their overall record. Volleyball Thursday, Aug. 29: C.S. Lewis Academy @ Lyle/Wishram, 4...
Showcasing the Economic Impact of Arts and Culture in Eastern Oregon
Joseph, Oregon – The economic influence of arts and culture in Eastern Oregon will be highlighted during a September 16-19 tour, featuring insights from the Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 (AEP6) study conducted by Americans for the Arts. The study revealed that Oregon’s arts and culture sector contributed $829 million to the state’s economy in 2022.
Oregon fixes computer bug that blocked unemployment payments for fraud victims
The Oregon Employment Department has fixed a glitch in its new computer system that stopped the agency from paying jobless benefits to dozens people who had previously been victims of identity theft. But the agency says more than 30 laid-off workers are still waiting for their aid. Here’s what happened:...
Silverton Pastor Fatally Injured in Highway 224 Motorcycle Collision Near Estacada
A tragic collision on Highway 224 near Estacada claimed the life of a Silverton man on Saturday. The incident, involving a motorcycle and a car, resulted in the death of 71-year-old Richard Lee Detherage at the scene, as reported by KATU News. Oregon State Police stated that the crash occurred...
HP wins $50 million in CHIPS Act funding for Oregon site, plans to add 100 jobs
HP Inc. has landed up to $50 million in federal CHIPS Act money to modernize its campus in Corvallis, aiming to more tightly integrate its research and manufacturing on the site. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive...
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