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27 CONFIRMED FIRES ON THE UMPQUA NATIONAL FOREST
As of late Friday, there are 27 confirmed fires on the Umpqua National Forest. A UNF release said 7 of the fires are 100 percent contained. The region is dealing with a shortage of resources, and these new fires are being staffed based on the values that are at risk. Wildfire smoke has had a significant impact on aviation resources.
FIRE CREWS DEAL WITH MICHAEL RANCH LANE FIRE
Crews with the Douglas Forest Protective Association and other agencies responded to a reported fast-moving grass fire near the 300 block of Michaels Ranch Lane in the Canyonville area Friday morning at approximately 11:50 a.m. DFPA Public Information Officer Rachel Pope said the Riddle Fire Protection District was first on...
Dan Lanning on Oregon: ‘It has everything I’ve ever wanted’
Oregon Ducks head football coach Dan Lanning made headlines earlier this offseason after he turned down the open Alabama job. Lanning’s decision to stay at Oregon gave Duck fans a reason to believe and more this year after dealing with several abrupt exits in the past. Oregon didn’t have...
Dallas Cowboys Draft Acrobatic Receiver To Compliment CeeDee Lamb in 2025 NFL Mock
Will the Dallas Cowboys draft a wide receiver to compliment star CeeDee Lamb in the 2025 NFL Draft? Acrobatic Oregon Ducks receiver Evan Stewart is an intriguing option. The Dallas Cowboys draft an acrobatic offensive weapon in a new 2025 NFL mock draft. The Cowboys have a need at wide...
Grants Pass Police investigating shooting on Rogue River Highway
Rogue River Highway reopened after shooting investigation. The Rogue River Highway near Caveman Bowl is back open Saturday morning after the Grants Pass Police Department investigated a shooting late Friday night. No further information on the investigation is available at this time.
Day Four of the Jackson County Fair at The Expo
CENTRAL POINT, Ore.- Friday is Day Four of the Jackson County Fair at The Expo, and folks might have seen some of the NBC5 News Team enjoying the carnival. “NBC5 at the expo!” NBC5’s Lauren Pretto, Maximus Osburn, Emily Storm, Taylor Owen, Junie Christopherson and Annie Giardinelli shouted.
Samaritan Health Services invests $178 million in community health
Last year, Samaritan Health Services invested more than $178 million in financial and in-kind support of community health activities in Benton, Lincoln and Linn counties as part of its community benefit commitment. “We are a nonprofit and mission‑driven organization providing care to patients in our hospitals and clinics, but we know it takes more than that to have healthy communities,” said Doug Boysen, president and CEO. “That’s why we support community-based efforts to help keep people healthy.” ...
This year’s Street of Dreams ditches the ‘street’ for a regional tour of luxury homes
Home shoppers and others looking for remodeling ideas and the latest design trends can explore Portland area homes showcasing work by top builders, interior designers and landscape architects during the 2024 NW Natural Street of Dreams luxury home tour on extended weekends Aug. 1-18. For the first time in 49...
The lineup: Country artists and tribute bands take the stage at the Washington County Fair
The Washington County Fair is preparing to turn up the volume with a jam-packed lineup of performers. Taking place July 19-28, the annual fair will feature everything from electrifying rock shows to uncanny tribute performances at the West Side Commons in Hillsboro. Kicking off the mainstage lineup, North Plains vocal powerhouse Jacquie Roar will belt out country songs on the first night of the fair. Roar made waves in 2023...
RIVERBEND LIVE! WITH COWBOY POETRY AND WESTERN MUSIC
Riverbend Live! has its annual evening of cowboy poetry and western music on Friday night at Winston’s Riverbend Park. Tom Swearingen is an Oregon horseman whose original cowboy poetry is often inspired by his own experiences and observations from the saddle. Swearingen was named the Male Poet of the Year by the Western Music Association in 2019 and 2022. His book, “Reflection” was the 2020 Cowboy Poetry Book of Year.
Cougar spotted in east Medford driveway
MEDFORD, Ore. – The City of Medford is alerting the community about a cougar sighting in an east Medford neighborhood Thursday night. According to a Facebook post, surveillance video shows the animal walking through a driveway on the 3500 block of Arizona Drive. The sighting was reported to the...
Trail fire over 1,000 acres, Diamond Lake campground closed
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ore. – The Trail fire burning near Diamond Lake is around 1,000 to 1,200 acres. Starting Friday, the Diamond Lake campground is closed until July 21st. Multiple crews and engines are assigned to this fire, and air resources are being utilized. For more information, visit the Umpqua...
Coos County Shelter at capacity, cannot take in more animals
COOS COUNTY, Ore. – The Coos County Sheriff’s Office announced its animal shelter is temporarily not accepting stray and loose animals on Friday morning. It has reached its capacity with 30 dogs and 80 cats. The shelter operates out of the sheriff’s office and says its officers cannot...
Eugene seeks new decarbonization strategies after failure of natural gas ban
A year after the failure of its natural gas ban, the City of Eugene is looking for new ways to reduce carbon emissions. City Council previously tried to ban natural gas hook-ups in new low-rise residential buildings. But that drew pushback from an advocacy group backed by Northwest Natural. Ultimately,...
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