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Central Oregon’s First Graduate Medical Education Program Launches
OHSU-St. Charles Three Sisters Rural Track Program trains family medicine physicians, aims to improve health care access in rural Oregon. Three newly minted physicians are the first trainees of the Three Sisters Rural Track Program, or RTP, a three-year family medicine residency program that is Central Oregon’s first graduate medical education program.
Sutherlin's Stampede makes a big return with bulls, riders, and community fun
SUTHERLIN, Ore. — A stampede is rushing to the Sutherlin community, bringing a night full of fun and thrills. After a 5 year hiatus, the Sutherlin Stampede Association (SSA) returns with a bull riding event with over 30 bulls and riders. The last time the event made it's way to the area was in 2019.
UPDATE: Evacuation levels cancelled after crews tackle grass fire along Highway 42 in Camas Valley
CAMAS VALLEY, Ore. -- All evacuation orders due to a grass fire in the area of Highway 42 and Kingsway Lane have been cancelled as crews make progress on getting it under control. The Douglas County's Sheriff's Office said all residences on Kingsway Lane are no longer under any evacuation...
Ruling on homelessness raises the risks for domestic violence survivors, experts say
In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court has ruled in the case of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Gloria Johnson, to uphold a law enacted by a small Oregon town that bars those experiencing homelessness from using blankets, pillows and cardboard boxes while sleeping outdoors within city limits. Those who are found doing so can impose fines for camping in public on first-time offenders and up to 30 days of jail time for repeat offenders. It’s a case that has major implications for survivors of domestic violence, experts say.
New faculty and student trustees join Oregon Tech governing board
July 10, 2024, Klamath Falls, Ore. – Two new trustees joined the Board of Trustees of Oregon Institute of Technology this month. The trustees are Mark Neupert, Ph.D., a member of the Oregon Tech faculty, and Aaron Hill, a current Oregon Tech student. The trustees were nominated by Governor Tina Kotek and confirmed by the Oregon Senate on May 31, 2024.
Gov. Newsom: California Is Making Progress in Fentanyl Fight
Last week, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced that state law enforcement authorities seized 5.8 million pills containing fentanyl across the state since the beginning of the year. The California National Guard Counterdrug Task Force partnered with local and federal law enforcement to seize illegal fentanyl off the streets and at ports of entry along the Southern border, according to Newsom.
5-Year Mystery Solved: Disney Alum Dennis Day’s Killer Sentenced to 4+ Years in Prison!
Daniel Burda Sentenced for Death of Former Mouseketeer Dennis Day. Family of Dennis Day Sues Phoenix Police for Negligence. According to True Crime News, in a tragic end to a long investigation Daniel Burda 41 has entered a plea deal in the death of Dennis Day a former member of Disney’s “The Mickey Mouse Club.” Burda pleaded no contest to criminally negligent homicide and second-degree abuse of a corpse. He was sentenced to just over four years in prison followed by three years of post-release supervision. This plea deal announced by the Jackson County District Attorney’s Office on July 8 comes five years after Day’s body was found under a pile of clothes in his Phoenix, Oregon home. Burda is also serving a two-year sentence for burglary. The events have deeply affected Day’s family who are still coping with their loss and the circumstances of his death.
Oregon State Parks welcomes back summer movies at 3 Willamette Valley parks
Oregon State Parks will welcome back "Summer Movies at Oregon State Parks" showcasing free family friendly movies at three parks in the Willamette Valley. Oregon State Parks welcomes anyone to enjoy the movies for free. The movies are shown on large outdoor screens beginning at dusk. Day-use parking is free...
Liberal Californians Moving to Idaho are in for a Rude Awakening
The exodus from Gavin Newsom's California continues as more people move to Idaho. Idahoans, known for their warm and welcoming nature, are embracing newcomers while upholding traditional American values. Their love for the country is evident, and they are not in favor of big-government liberals trying to take control of their lives.
OSHA cites Jackson County Animal Shelter for workplace safety violations
JACKSON COUNTY, Ore. – The Jackson County Animal Shelter is being cited by OSHA for workplace safety violations. The agency confirmed the shelter was inspected in June resulting in multiple citations including improper use of personal protective equipment. OSHA says employees reported cleaning up rodent droppings and corpses, but...
To meet clean energy goals, the West Coast will need to produce, store and share more power
PORTLAND, Ore. — Across the country, many states are trying to transition away from fossil fuels and toward clean methods of energy production. Oregon is no exception, having set goals for power utility companies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from electricity sold in Oregon to 100% below baseline by 2040.
Toddler overdosed on mom’s meth after Oregon DHS left him in her care, $2.6M lawsuit says
A $2.6 million lawsuit faults Oregon’s Department of Human Services for allegedly failing to remove a 2-year-old boy from his mother’s Beaverton home even though child welfare workers had received “many” reports that the boy might be in danger. The suit and a lawyer for the...
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