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Winter is Coming: To Areas Of Oregon & Washington
The time of year that many of us dread is about to hit, and hit hard!. No, I’m not talking about “Pumpkin Spice” everything (although that’s not far off). I’m talking about WINTER! The first cold snap! Jack Frost is paying his yearly visit!. Depending...
5,000 Are Now Sleeping with Roof Over Their Head Thanks to Oregon Task Force Slashing Homelessness
Nearly 5,500 Oregonians have been moved out of homelessness and into housing thanks to persistence from a recently-appointed task force. This amounts to a 28% increase from the previous year, and the number of housing placements is the most seen in a fiscal year since the task force’s inception.
Oregon QB Dillon Gabriel not focused on Heisman, says he's 'obsessed' with winning
Dan Lanning has built a national championship contending program at Oregon, and just like last season with Bo Nix, the Ducks have a quarterback worthy of the Heisman Trophy hype.Dillon Gabriel transferred to Oregon this offseason to spend his final year of eligibility with the Ducks. He was with the Oklahoma Sooners for two seasons before and was one of the top quarterbacks in the nation, but he transferred out of Norman when offensive coordinator, Jeff Libby, took the head coaching job at Mississippi State.Gabriel threw for 3,660 yards and 30 touchdowns (six interceptions) last season for the Sooners while...
Dutch Bros in Eugene/Springfield donate more than $73,500 to American Cancer Society
EUGENE, Ore. — Dutch Bros locations in the Greater Eugene/Springfield area and customers came together on Friday, August 16, to donate more than $73,500 for Kick Cancer Day to support the American Cancer Society, the company reported in a media release. With these funds, Dutch Bros says it has...
Dan Lanning reveals what changed when Oregon moved from Pac-12 to Big Ten
Oregon coach Dan Lanning joined "The Triple Option" podcast and revealed what changed when his program moved from the Pac-12 to the Big Ten. The post Dan Lanning reveals what changed when Oregon moved from Pac-12 to Big Ten appeared first on On3.
‘Very good’ August mellowed Oregon’s wildfires. Labor Day heat will bring fresh test
What a difference a month makes. In early August, Oregon had already set a modern record for acres burned by wildfires (1.5 million) and was starting down the gauntlet for the year’s hottest month with multiple fires burning. ...
Eugene/Springfield agencies seek feedback on Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan
EUGENE, Ore. — The City of Eugene, City of Springfield, Eugene Water and Electric Board and Rainbow Water District invite the public to attend one of two sessions to learn about natural hazard mitigation planning efforts. A natural hazards mitigation plan identifies natural hazards, vulnerabilities and risks facing local,...
Police: Three-vehicle crash impacts traffic eastbound Beltline Highway at River Road
EUGENE, Ore. — A three-car accident neareastbound Beltline Highway at River Road is impacting traffic according to Eugene Police. EPD says both lanes of traffic are blocked due to the crash. Motorists are advised to avoid the area as the incident is being dealt with. This is a developing...
Oregon’s top economists have quit. Now who will calculate kicker?
Oregon’s interim state economist announced his resignation Wednesday, the second person to leave the key post this year. It’s a job that may be little known outside state government, but in some ways it’s among the most important in Oregon: The state economist issues the forecasts that help set the state budget. Those forecasts also determine whether taxpayers will receive a kicker rebate, and how much.
Oregon Governor optimistic about economy, even as revenue projections slip
(The Center Square) - Oregon Governor Tina Kotek expressed optimism in response to the state's September revenue forecast, even as long-term economic problems loom. “It is encouraging to see that our economy continues to be stable, with healthy workforce participation in key sectors," Kotek said in a statement. "The forecast urges an emphasis on core programs and holding our ground on Oregonians’ top priorities.”The report released by the Department of Administrative Services this week said the resources available in the current 2023 to 2025 biennium...
The Forest Service is ready to get moving on a big project at Mount St. Helens
Aug. 31 is the deadline to respond to a public questionnaire about changes to the way Spirit Lake is managed The post The Forest Service is ready to get moving on a big project at Mount St. Helens appeared first on Columbia Insight.
RAIN Catalysts brings Pakistani women to Florence
A group of Pakistani women concluded an intense entrepreneurial program last week during a visit to Florence, which, of course, included sandboarding on the dunes. Program Director Caroline Cummings said the group was invited by City Manager Erin Reynolds in 2015.
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