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Ethics official: Aimee Kotek Wilson can work in unpaid capacity
Oregon law does not bar first lady Aimee Kotek Wilson from advising Gov. Tina Kotek or having publicly paid staff or office space to help her do so — as long as she is unpaid. A letter from the executive director of the Oregon Government Ethics Commission to Kotek’s chief of staff released on Tuesday, July 9, said that Kotek Wilson faces the same legal prohibitions as any other public official: A public position cannot be used for personal gain, and staff cannot help that...
Northwest sees 100 human-caused fires since June as lightning, winds forecast
There have been 100 human-caused wildfires on national forests and grasslands in Oregon and Washington since June, according to the U.S. Forest Service. Fire danger in Oregon will continue to be tested as eastern parts of the state prepare for potential dry lightning and winds amid already dangerous conditions as multiple fires continue to burn.
Frank Gable sues 24 investigators, alleging they framed him for state prison chief’s killing
Frank Gable on Thursday filed a federal lawsuit against 24 police officers, claiming their improper tactics led to his wrongful conviction in the 1989 killing of Oregon’s prisons chief. The suit alleges officers with Oregon State Police and the Salem Police Department engaged in malicious prosecution and violated his...
Oregon Heritage Commission to Host Meeting in Coos Bay and Online, Public Input and New Members Sought
The Oregon Heritage Commission is set to convene for a two-day session in Coos Bay, with options to join the discussion virtually, scheduled for July 21-22. The meeting will be a platform for several agenda items including the 2024 Oregon Heritage Vitality Study presented by a University of Oregon team, a report on managing harmful content in collections, a discussion on a Heritage Tradition designation application, and recommendations for the Fiscal Year 25 Oregon Cultural Trust Partner Funds Grant. According to an announcement from the Commission, there will be an opportunity for public comment at the beginning of the meeting, in person or online. For those looking to attend virtually, registration is mandatory and can be done through their website.
Senator Ron Wyden to hold Columbia County town hall this weekend
U.S. Senator Ron Wyden will be making his way to Columbia County this weekend, in an effort to connect with constituents and hear concerns in a town hall. Heading into this weekend, Wyden will have held 1,089 town halls throughout Oregon – including 24 so far this year -- in fulfillment of his pledge to hold at least one town hall each year in each of our state’s 36 counties. ...
Western Heat Wave Tracker: The All-Time Record Highs And Record-Long Hot Streaks
An early July heat wave has gripped the West. While heat in early July isn't unusual, the magnitude and longevity has smashed some all-time records. Records have been set in California, Nevada and Oregon. Sign up for the Morning Brief email newsletter to get weekday updates from The Weather Channel...
Year-old Northwest potatoes are being dumped in favor of new potatoes
For two years, Northwest farmers didn’t have enough potatoes for processors. The crops yielded under what was expected. Processors were buying potatoes from the Midwest, East Coast and even Canada to make fries. Fast food restaurants weren’t getting all the fries that they could sell. But then, last...
Grass fire put out in White City
WHITE CITY, Ore. -- A grass fire has been put out in White City in an empty grass lot on Brie Terr behind the White City Library. Crews estimate the grass fire was about half an acre. Almost an entire fence was burned. This is a developing story and NewsWatch...
Oregon Fire Marshal delivers type 6 fire engines
(The Center Square) - The Oregon State Fire Marshal announced the delivery of its first type 6 fire engines to the Jefferson Fire District and Lebanon Fire District this week. "These deliveries are a milestone in the OSFM Engine Program, enhancing firefighting capabilities across Oregon," the Fire Marshal's office said. The OSFM Engine Program bought 76 new apparatus. These included: 26 type 3 engines, 20 type 6 engines, and 30...
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