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Ironman athlete dies following medical emergency while swimming
A man competing in Sunday's Ironman 70.3 Oregon event died Tuesday after experiencing a medical emergency during the 1.2 mile swim portion of the race in the Willamette River, the organization announced Wednesday on social media. An Ironman volunteer acting as water safety personnel recognized an athlete in need of medical attention during...
Cable installation to begin for OSU-led wave energy testing facility off Oregon Coast
Later this month, crews will begin installing the power and data cables that are essential to completing construction of a new wave energy testing facility off the Oregon Coast. The cables will support Oregon State University’s PacWave South, the first pre-permitted, utility-scale, grid-connected wave energy test site in the United States. When the facility is completed, wave energy developers will be able to test different technologies for harnessing the power of ocean waves and transmitting that energy to the local electrical grid. ...
Don Froylan Creamery wins back-to-back awards at American Cheese Society competition
Don Froylan Creamery was one of several Oregon cheesemakers to win multiple awards at the 2024 American Cheese Society (ACS) competition. The American Cheese Society is an association promoting and supporting American cheeses, presenting shows, networking and more for cheesemakers, cheesemongers and companies. This year's award ceremony took place in Buffalo, New York,...
Turner Lake recreational-use advisory lifted for cyanotoxins harmful to people, pets
The recreational-use advisory for cyanotoxins in Turner Lake has been lifted. The Oregon Health Authority announced Thursday the cyanotoxin levels were below recreational guideline levels for both people and dogs. The recreational-use advisory was issued on July 18, when OHA advised visitors to avoid swimming and high-speed water sports in Turner Lake. The...
Multiple crews respond to Quaglia Fire 1, burning near Cottage Grove
COTTAGE GROVE, Ore. — Multiple fire engines responded to a brush fire in Cottage Grove, now called the Quaglia Fire 1, in the area of Garoutte Road and Land Lane Friday afternoon. Crews from Pleasant Hill Goshen Fire, assisted South Lane Fire and Rescue in combatting the blaze. Helicopters...
Things To Do This Weekend in Philomath: July 26-28, 2024
The final weekend of July features plenty of options for Philomath-area residents. You can begin the weekend Friday evening with a fundraiser concert and silent auction at Lumos or take in a performance by a Grammy Award winner at the Sanctuary of Healing Arts. The PHS All-Class Reunion and the final hours of the Lions Club Book Sale are highlights on Saturday. Then there’s Music in the Park, the farmers’ market and a few other events on Sunday.
Oregon Ducks receiver Jurrion Dickey expected to be limited to begin fall camp
INDIANAPOLIS — Oregon receiver Jurrion Dickey is expected to be limited when fall camp begins next week. Ducks coach Dan Lanning said Dickey, who injured his right leg during UO’s spring game in April, “will be a little limited to start fall camp (on Aug. 31), but should be good” by the start of the season.
Linn County Veteran's Services announces move to new office location
ALBANY, Ore. – Linn County Veteran's Services recently moved to a newly remodeled office location in Albany after several decades in their previous location, according to Linn County officials. The county said that their veteran’s services department, previously housed at 330 3rd Ave. SW, is now located at 505...
Millions in state funding saves three Salem homeless shelter sites
Three of Church at the Park's homeless shelters, Salem's first-of-its-kind microshelter villages, created in partnership with the city, faced closure due to the city's budget shortfall. Millions of dollars from the state will keep the shelters open for another year. ...
Tension high as St. Vinnie's exits and Cottage Grove recall looms
COTTAGE GROVE, Ore. — Late Tuesday, during a special council meeting, the Cottage Grove city council announced that St. Vincent de Paul withdrew from plans to manage two homeless camps in the city. This comes as community frustration peaks ahead of a recall electionnext week. Several voters say they've...
This Washington Fire Year Really Isn’t Easy!
Current Situation: The Easy Fire is burning through dense timber, dead trees, and ground vegetation on very steep terrain. Activity near State Route 20 has moderated, but there is still fire within the north and south sides of the perimeter. Firefighters, in collaboration with the Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT), have been clearing debris and fallen trees from the highway. The closure status of the highway is being frequently reassessed, so check the WSDOT travel map for updates.
Rash of thefts from unlocked vehicles in Prineville prompts police plea for tips, security camera footage
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – A string of thefts from "many unlocked vehicles" in several Prineville neighborhoods this week prompted police to ask citizens to report any information or suspicious activity on caught security cameras to help solve the crimes, and police are working a few leads as a result. The thefts occurred between 6 p.m. The post Rash of thefts from unlocked vehicles in Prineville prompts police plea for tips, security camera footage appeared first on KTVZ.
Portland launches the Office of Arts & Culture
Your browser does not support the audio element. Last year, city officials decided to end Portland’s contract with the independent Regional Arts and Culture Council. The organization was previously responsible for doling out grants and providing art advocacy for the city. Now, Portland’s Office of Arts & Culture has taken shape and has found organizations, including RACC and MusicOregon, to help administer grants to artists and creators. The city itself will be working on arts advocacy and education. We hear more about how Portland plans to partner with creators from Chariti Montez, the director of the new office.
Newborn discovered dead in North Portland, police say
PORTLAND, Ore. — Police are investigating after a newborn baby was found dead in North Portland's Kenton neighborhood on Friday morning. The Portland Police Bureau said that officers responded around 11 a.m. after receiving reports of a dead infant near North Fenwick Avenue and North Argyle Street, an area tucked between Interstate 5, North Interstate Avenue and North Columbia Boulevard.
Slice of Summer Concert Series Returns With New Leadership, Lineup
For more than four decades here, the soundtrack of summer has centered on the Wait Park gazebo in the heart of downtown Canby — highlighted by the sounds of Slice of Summer, a locally organized concert series featuring primarily local artists. And this year, Canby’s beloved local concert series...
Iconic Portland Drag Club Darcelle XV Is at Risk of Closing
The Oregonian reports that Darcelle XV Showplace, a beloved, longstanding Portland drag club, is at risk of shutting down due to poor attendance during its usual peak season. One of the co-hosts and performers at Darcelle XV, Kevin Cook, who performs under the name Poison Waters, told the publication that summer is often the busiest time of year for the club, but that this season has been an outlier. With fall rapidly approaching, it’s unclear how long the club will be able to sustain its business amid operational costs skyrocketing. Eater reached out to Darcelle XV Showplace for comment.
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