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2 Salem businesses help city save Concerts in the Park
Once on the chopping block due to budget cuts, Salem's Concerts in the Park series is returning Friday to Riverfront Park. Three bands will play at the free concert held at the Gerry Frank Salem Rotary Amphitheater from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. ...
Chill out with The Horn Dawgs at 13 Nights on the River this week
So far, concert goers are adjusting to the temporary McCormick Park location of 13 Nights on the River. The concert series switched to the park location this year because of construction going on along the waterfront. On tap Thursday, Aug. 15, will be The Horn Dawgs, with music running from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The classic rock horn band hails from Scappoose. ...
Man killed in Salem during dispute not easily pushed to violence, sister says
SALEM, Ore. (KATU) — The family of a homicide victim is speaking out. In February, Alejandro Silva-Ramirez was shot and killed in Northeast Salem. Police said the shooting stemmed from a group of men gathering on the street for a dispute. One person was killed, two people were hurt.
Man charged with DUII after allegedly driving up to 120 miles per hour
EUGENE, Ore. – A Creswell man has been charged with driving under the influence one month after allegedly driving up to 120 miles per hour through Junction City. According to court documents, Bryson William Murphy, 25, was pulled over just before noon on July 14 after an Oregon State Police trooper caught up to him on Highway 99 west near Eugene. As the trooper followed Murphy, the report said Murphy was running cars off the road, driving in turn lanes to go around other vehicles, and speeding an average of 105 miles per hour. Court documents said a driver was first to call 911 to report Murphy, saying she and other cars had been forced off the road by his F-350.
Southern Access To This Popular Oregon Waterfall Closed Until October
Drift Creek Falls is one of the most lovely trails near Lincoln City, offering hikers a serene journey through Oregon's lush coastal rainforests, across a dramatic suspension bridge, and ending at a stunning 75-foot waterfall. However, if you're planning a visit soon, it's important to note that access to the trailhead has changed.
As a National Championship Contender, Oregon Is Built Differently
Expert opinions are lining up behind Oregon as a national championship contender, but there's something subtly different about the way this team is constructed. Yesterday Colin Cowherd picked Oregon to beat Ohio State in their regular season battle at Autzen Stadium on October 12th. Cowherd said, ...
Next Leadership Chehalem Valley training set to begin
The latest iteration of Leadership Chehalem Valley is nigh, and organizers are taking applications for community-minded individuals looking to join. “Leadership Chehalem Valley exists to develop a group of educated, informed and motivated civic-oriented leaders who are interested in helping direct the future of the Chehalem Valley and Yamhill County,” a release from the Chehalem Valley Chamber of Commerce said. The CVCC began the program in 1989. The program is...
Its all about boats — wooden and cardboard — this weekend at the Port of Toledo’s annual show
TOLEDO — It will be all about boats at the Wooden Boat Show and Containerboard Boat Contest on Saturday and Sunday in Toledo. The 19th annual Port of Toledo Wooden Boat Show is a family friendly two-day event celebrating Toledo’s maritime heritage. A variety of vessels will be on display including classic vessels, unique owner-built boats and the Port’s trio of Teak Lady sailboats. This year’s show features steamboats from the Northwest Steam Society.
Updated Recruiting Rankings: Oregon Ducks Quarterback Commit Akili Smith Jr. Falls
The Oregon Ducks' 2025 recruiting class currently hold commitments from 12 players ranked in the top 250. Oregon Ducks Quarterback commit Akili Smith Jr. and outside linebacker commit Nasir Wyatt dropped while offensive tackle commit Ziyare Addison skyroc
Springfield fire reportedly caused by fireworks; 2 juveniles arrested
Two juveniles have been arrested after officials say they lit fireworks that caused a vegetation and structure fire Wednesday afternoon near a set of railroad tracks by the GMD Electric building in the 700 block of 30th Street in Springfield. The Eugene-Springfield Fire Department responded to the fire around 4:30 p.m. Crews arrived...
Lookingglass Eugene launches ‘Bra-gust’ donation drive to help homeless youth
EUGENE, Ore. – A Eugene nonprofit is hoping to get a boost from the community for its newest donation drive that aims to help homeless youth. Lookingglass Eugene just launched ‘Bra-gust,’ which is a drive inspired by the annual ‘Socktober’ donation drive promotion that’s been going on for five years. Organizers are hoping for successful results collecting bras and female-identified undergarments during the whole month of August. Morgan Boozer, Lookingglass’s homeless youth services director, said undergarments are usually one of the last things people think to donate.
Texas, LSU, and Oregon look to flip elite 5-star recruit by selling dual-sport future in football and baseball
We rarely see top football recruits' interest in another sport sway their landing spot. Occasionally, one or two within the top 300 lists will be good enough to demand playing time in baseball or another spring sport. Right now, it appears 5-star safety Jonah Williams is trending toward programs ...
St. Helens Elks Lodge donates over $7,500 from Annual Car Show
A summer tradition returned to St. Helens on July 13, 2024, when the St. Helens Elks Lodge #1999 proudly hosted its 16th Annual Car Show. Car enthusiasts from across the region gathered to celebrate a stunning lineup of vintage street rods, custom cars, hot pickups, and custom motorcycles. The event featured 46 awards sponsored by local merchants, with 19 judging classes and five spectator choice awards. The highlight of the...
Reported rape on Fern Ridge Trail prompts Eugene police patrols
The Eugene Police Department announced Wednesday increased patrol efforts on the Fern Ridge Trail bike path along Amazon Creek in Eugene after reports that a woman was raped in the area last Thursday. Eugene Police are actively searching for an unidentified man following the incident, according to a department news release. ...
Missing Ross County teen found safe in Oregon after months of searching
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A missing Ross County teenager, Whitney Hatfield, has been located in Salem, Oregon, after an extensive search that lasted several months. In a social media statement, Hatfield’s family announced that they received a call a few hours ago confirming her safety. “She is safe and in the hands of the police department where she was located,” the family said.
Remains of U.S. POW who survived Bataan Death March identified
The remains of a missing World War II soldier from Oregon have been identified and are set to return to the state for burial, federal authorities announced Thursday.The remains of U.S. Army Private William Calkins, 20, were identified after being exhumed along with other unknown soldiers buried at the Manila American Cemetery in the Philippines, the Department of Defense said.The department's Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency, tasked with recovering prisoners of war and service members missing in action, said Calkins was captured after U.S. troops in Bataan province surrendered to Japanese forces. After surviving the harrowing 65-mile Bataan Death March, he...
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