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Oregon-filmed ‘Twilight’ and trivia are part of ‘Blockbuster Weekend’ at Portland theater
The July Fourth holiday weekend is getting the blockbuster treatment at the Tomorrow Theater, the Southeast Portland outpost of the Portland Art Museum’s PAM CUT: Center for an Untold Tomorrow. Among the movies being screened are a pair of Oregon-filmed hits. Following the Friday, July 5, screening of “The...
MINT volunteers work to open cooling shelter in Grants Pass
GRANTS PASS, Ore. – Independence Day marks the opening of some of the region’s cooling shelters. Josephine County’s cooling shelter opens Thursday at Parker’s Place in Grants Pass – and it’s run by volunteers with the Mobile Integrative Navigation Team (MINT). MINT’s mission is...
Grants Pass issues fireworks limits ahead of Fourth of July
GRANTS PASS, Ore. -- The City of Grants Pass has released rules and restrictions about fireworks ahead of the Fourth of July, which will happen amidst a record-breaking heat wave set to scorch the region. "Only Oregon-safe fireworks are allowed within the city limits of Grants Pass on July 4th...
Celebrating Independence Day: The Significance of the Fourth of July
Happy July 4th Grants Pass, as Americans come together to celebrate Independence Day, marking the birth of the United States as an independent nation. This day commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, when the thirteen American colonies declared their freedom from British rule. Independence Day is more than just a historical anniversary; it is a time for Americans to reflect on their shared values, history, and the ongoing pursuit of liberty and justice.
Coquille Indian Tribe Celebrates 35 Years of Restoration
Hundreds gathered at Bullard’s Beach in Bandon, Oregon, where the Coquille River runs into the Pacific Ocean on June 28th. People came from all over the country for the 35th annual First Salmon Ceremony as part of the Coquille Indian Tribe Restoration Celebration. The sun warmed the sand as citizens of the Coquille Indian Tribe gathered driftwood sticks for the salmon ceremony.
Fugitive nabbed in Coos Bay after joint task force effort
COOS BAY, Ore. — On July 2, 2024, the U.S. Marshal Service Pacific Northwest Violent Offender Task Force (USMS) provided valuable assistance to USMS-Task Force Officer Deputy J. Lee in a high-priority fugitive investigation, the Coos County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) shared in a press release on Thursday. The target...
Public input sought on future of Bay Area Hospital
COOS BAY, Ore. — Bay Area Hospital recently announced that it's exploring the possibilities and benefits of forming a strategic partnership with a third-party healthcare organization to safeguard the hospital’s future. "Our mission is to improve the health of community every day," a BAH media release stated. "And...
Red Flag Warning issued in parts of Josephine County ahead of July 4
JOSEPHINE COUNTY, Ore. – A Red Flag Warning goes into effect in parts of Josephine County Wednesday night and firefighters are getting the word out. The warning will be in effect from 11 p.m. Wednesday to 8 a.m. Thursday. Any fires could spread rapidly. As of right now, legal...
Croy indicted for Klamath Falls sisters' murders and father's attempted murder
KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. -- A 20-year-old Klamath Falls man faces a criminal indictment today with two counts of murder and an attempted murder charge. A Klamath County grand jury indicted Elijah Albert Croy yesterday for the deaths of two sisters last weekend and the attempted murder of their father. Klamath...
Smoke visible due to Little Yamsay Fire
CHEMULT, Ore. – Updated on July 3: Smoke is visible today as staff continue to monitor the Little Yamsay Fire. "Fire crews continue to staff the Little Yamsay Fire, implementing the 'Confine and Contain Strategy' to suppress the fire. Exterior containment lines are being patrolled to locate sources of heat, mop them up, and ensure that the perimeter is secure," the South Central Oregon Fire Management Partnership said in a news release. "...Interior pockets of previously unburned materials continue to ignite and consume available fuel. This reduction in fuel loading promotes a more fire resilient landscape."
Dead Indian Memorial Fire burning near Ashland
UPDATE 12 a.m.: The fire is estimated to be 100 acres, but firefighters have it 30% lined. Windy conditions are creating a challenge, however resources are making progress. Three 20-person crews have been ordered and will arrive at 3 a.m., along with a 10-person crew. Orders for three additional 20-person crews, three bulldozers and two tree fallers are being placed for tomorrow.
Burn on the Fourth of July? Caution urged as temps remain high through weekend
Meteorologists urge caution: Make sure the things sizzling this weekend are on our barbecues, not dry grasses around misplaced fireworks, or the fair skins of Oregonians eager for a little sun. High temperatures are expected to hover in the upper eighties for Independence Day, but should climb into the upper 90s on Friday, July 5. The heat could stick around through the middle of week. Some parts of the metro...
Despite mild fire season forecast, agencies tell Oregon leaders they need to invest in workforce
Oregon is likely to face fewer big wildfires this summer than in previous years, but a lack of rural housing, coupled with unstable and often low pay, continues to create firefighter workforce challenges across the state and region. That was a big part of the message from state and federal fire and emergency response officials, who discussed this year’s fire outlook and what they need at a meeting Monday at the Northwest Interagency Coordination Center. The Portland-based center is part of a larger wildfire prevention...
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