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Climate change devastating to some marine species, OSU study indicates
Marine plants and animals on the Pacific Coast have been hit by an epidemic and devastating heat wave over the past decade, and some have not bounced back, a new study found. The research by scientists at Oregon State University has implications for the planet: A properly functioning ocean is crucial for a healthy planet, and an imbalance among marine species not only affects that ecosystem but also can touch people, they said. ...
2024 Infiniti QX60: Right-priced midsize luxury SUV
The 2024 Infiniti QX60 fooled me the first few days I drove it – in a good way. The midsize three-row luxury SUV is based on the affordable Pathfinder manufactured by Nissan, Infiniti’s parent company. I knew that because I had tested both the QX60 and Pathfinder when they were completely redesigned two years ago. But I had forgotten it and was surprised to rediscover that when researching the newest QX60 for this review. The Pathfinder is an excellent affordable SUV, but the QX60 is so much more sophisticated there is no comparison, despite sharing the same platform, engine, transmission,...
Oregon’s psilocybin industry, a year old, seeks customers
A year in, Oregon’s experiment with the first regulated psilocybin mushroom market in the world is short on customers. To attract them, advocates say the industry needs to get the word out about its benefits. “We think everybody knows that psychedelics can help them because we’re in this little bubble. But 99% of people have no idea what they could get out of a journey,” said Heidi Venture, founder of...
Wilsonville to hold Juneteenth Celebration
Wilsonville will have its fourth annual Juneteeth Celebration next week. According to the city’s website, the theme this year is “freedom to create & contribute,” and the keynote speaker will be Kimberly Howard Wade, executive director of Caldera Arts. Wade’s organization works to support youth in underserved communities through education and mentorship in the arts and environment. DJ Bryson Wallace from KMHD radio will be running music at the event, and food from Cafe Yumm will be available. The event will take place from 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 19 in Town Center Park. More information can be found on the city’s website.
Wildcat wonderland: Wilsonville’s top prep sports moments of 2023-24
Another season of prep sports is in the books. In other words, another year of Wilsonville dominance is complete. After bringing home a number of collective state championships a year ago, the Wildcats did more of the same in 2023-24, continuing to separate themselves as one of the most consistent athletic programs across the state. ...
Wilsonville tallies 10 all-conference softball selections
The all-league teams for the 2024 Northwest Oregon Conference softball season have been released, with several local players making the list after productive outings this spring. For a complete look at the award-recipients, see below: Player-of-the-Year: Maddie Holly, senior, Wilsonville Pitcher-of-the-Year: Peyton Davis, senior, Centennial ...
Celebrate June with these fun events! : June 10-15
MONDAY, JUNE 10-SATURDAY, JUNE 15 PDX BEER WEEK — It’s 10 days of fun, education, eating and drinking — a celebration of the craft beer culture at various establishments, June 14-23. More: pdxbeerweek.com JUNETEENTH FREEDOM DAY CELEBRATION — The city of Tigard and the Tigard-Tualatin School District are hosting the third annual Juneteenth celebration from 3-6 p.m. Saturday, June 15 at Shelter 2 in Cook Park, 17005 S.W. 92nd Ave....
‘Show how your light shines’: Wilsonville High School bids farewell to the class of 2024
Wilsonville High School awards 20 different types of honor cords to its graduating seniors every year, from gold to purple to rainbow. These little bursts of color stood out among the navy blue robes of the class of 2024 as graduates received their diplomas beneath the lights of Veterans Memorial Coliseum on Thursday, June 6. “I can imagine the world that these graduates help curate, where differences are not only...
Oregon Department of Aviation to hold two Aurora Airport meetings
Next week, the Oregon Department of Aviation will hold an advisory committee meeting and open house for the Aurora State Airport Master Plan. The virtual advisory committee meeting will be held from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 11, and will address preliminary alternatives for the airport master plan. According to the city of Wilsonville website, six of the seven alternatives propose an expansion of the airport’s runway. The open house will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday, June 13 at North Marion High School Commons. More information on the Aurora State Airport Master Plan can be found on the website.
de la Motte and Wilde Named Wilsonville High School Athletes of the Week for June 5
de la Motte is a senior on the Wilsonville girls’ varsity track team, and Wilde is a sophomore on the boys’ varsity track team. Celebrating exceptional performances at the OSAA 5A State Track & Field Championships, Caroline de la Motte and Liam Wilde have been named Wilsonville High School’s Athletes of the week for the week of June 5th. de la Motte, a senior on the Wilsonville girls’ varsity track...
‘It’s just really impactful’: Remembering loved ones at Wilsonville’s St. Francis church
Under a cloudy sky and rain on Sunday, June 2, people gathered at St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church to honor loved ones whose remains lie in the Memorial Gardens. The church has two Memorial Gardens that hold the ashes of over 100 people. An annual remembrance has been held at the church for the last 22 years to honor those who rest in the gardens. “I’m proud of the...
UPDATE: Changes coming with Hwy. 99E road project
Work along Highway 99E in Canby continues, with more updates from the Oregon Department of Transportation. Reconstructing the right-hand lanes is occurring in sections, one direction at a time. ODOT will finish each section by paving both lanes. A section of new pavement on Highway 99E southbound from Pine Street to Ivy Street is nearly complete. Work is scheduled to switch to the other side of the highway in this...
Wilsonville awards over $30,000 in grants for local programs
The city of Wilsonville gave more than $30,000 to local programs and events through two annual grant programs. According to a press release, the Community Cultural Events and Programs Grant gives up to $25,000 from the city’s general fund to support local programming. Funds are granted to local nonprofit organizations for projects, programs and events that promote arts, culture and history. The City Council approved four allocations for the CCEP...
Our opinion: Oregon poised to revolutionize future of health care – one drop at a time
When the White House designated a Tech Hub in Oregon last fall — making us eligible for $50 million in federal funding — we were already in elite company. While three other states received this federal seal of approval for hubs related to increasing U.S. semiconductor production, only the Oregon site took a broader view to use the power of this work to not just spur manufacturing, but also to spur new treatments to fight cancer. At Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), we’ve collaborated...
Mural to be painted on Wilsonville’s Memorial Park skate park
An artist has been selected for the new mural coming to the skate park in Memorial Park this summer. The Wilsonville Arts, Culture and Heritage Commission chose artist Abigail Penfold for the project at a meeting Wednesday, May 22. Her design features nature and animals from around the Willamette Valley, depicting a story of wildlife building a skateboard across the park walls. Penfold’s mural will include nine images on walls...
Mural to be painted on Wilsonville’s Memorial Park skate park
An artist has been selected for the new mural coming to the skate park in Memorial Park this summer. The Wilsonville Arts, Culture and Heritage Commission chose artist Abigail Penfold for the project at a meeting Wednesday, May 22. Her design features nature and animals from around the Willamette Valley, depicting a story of wildlife building a skateboard across the park walls. Penfold’s mural will include nine images on walls...
Wilsonville resident Shawn O’Neil announces mayoral candidacy
Wilsonville resident Shawn O’Neil will run for mayor in this November’s election. O’Neil announced his candidacy in a press release on Wednesday, June 5. In the release, he discussed making Wilsonville a safe and inclusive city, along with addressing housing costs, advocating for small businesses, building infrastructure and more. O’Neil is the first candidate to enter the race to replace current Mayor Julie Fitzgerald, who is unable to run again...
Oregon State Hospital plans changes to prevent deaths like one in April
Oregon State Hospital plans to train medical staff to immediately check the vital signs of new patients and respond to life-threatening emergencies with adequate equipment. The changes are part of the hospital’s proposed plan of correction to fix violations that federal inspectors flagged when they investigated the circumstances surrounding the April 18 death of Skye Baskin, 27. Hospital staff failed to immediately check the vitals of Baskin after he arrived from the Douglas County Jail on misdemeanor charges of disorderly conduct and resisting arrest. He...
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