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Mule Deer Plan public meetings in Salem, Bend, La Grande
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Mule Deer Plan public meetings in Salem, Bend, La Grande
January 24, 2024
SALEM, Ore.—ODFW will host three in-person public meetings in February to present and get public input on the draft Mule Deer Management Plan.
The meetings start at 6:30 p.m. and are Feb. 1 in Salem,
ODFW Weekly Recreation Report
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Illinois River River Corridor Alcohol Prohibition Area
Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 CFR § 261.50 %3Aa%3A and %3Ab%3A, the following act is prohibited on the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest, within the Wild Rivers Ranger District, Illinois River Corridor Prohibition Area as described below and as depicted on Exhibits A and B. This Order will be effective May 24, 2024, through September 30, 2025, unless sooner rescinded.
Prohibition:
Possessing a beverage which is defined as an alchoholic beverage by Oregon State law %3AORS 471.001%3A1%3
Wind Advisory issued May 16 at 4:19PM PDT until May 17 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts of 40 to 50 mph.
* WHERE...Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon and Washington,
Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon, Foothills of the Northern Blue
Mountains of Oregon, Kittitas Valley, and Simcoe Highlands.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM PDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Suspect Facing Attempted Murder Charges After Shooting Her Son (Photo)
A suspect is facing attempted murder and other charges after a shooting that ended with a serious injury to her teenage son.
On Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 3:05a.m., Portland Police officers from East Precinct responded to a report of a shooting victim arriving at a local hospital by private vehicle. They learned the victim had been shot in the neck and suffered serious, but non-life-threatening injuries. They determined that the victim had been shot at Southeast 130th Avenue and Southeast Sher
PPB Needs Public's Help Locating Assault Suspect (Photo)
The Portland Police Bureau is asking for the public’s help in identifying the individual who assaulted an officer during a protest on the Portland State University campus.
On Thursday, May 2, 2024, a North Precinct officer assigned to Mobile Field Force was assaulted near the intersection of Southwest Broadway and Southwest Harrison Street. The officer was addressing a confrontational protester when a second protester stepped forward, reached under the officer’s face shield, and sprayed her wit
OHA advisory: Consumption of raw milk may carry H5N1 risk
May 16, 2024Media contact: Jonathan Modie, 971-246-9139, [email protected] advisory: Consumption of raw milk may carry H5N1 riskPORTLAND, Ore. – Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is reminding people of the risks associated with raw (unpasteurized) milk consumption amid the current H5N1 “bird flu” outbreak in dairy cattle.The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently tested 297 retail milk samples from 38 states for H5N1 virus. About 20% of these samples tested positive for
Prosecutors Issuing Charges for Unlawful Delivery of Drugs Under New Provisions of HB 4002
On April 1, 2024, a provision of HB 4002 became effective that restored crucial tools to hold drug dealers accountable. Prosecutors at MCDA have moved forward with pressing charges under the new law. DA Mike Schmidt advocated for the law changes that legislators ultimately adopted. In 2021, the Court of Appeals decision in State v. Hubbell, 314 Or App 844, overturned on technical grounds a long-standing statewide practice whereby a prosecutor could charge a defendant with delivery when they were
Off-duty Firefighters 'Fill the Boot' for Muscular Dystrophy Association
Off-duty Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue firefighters will take to the streets next week to once again Fill the Boot for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA).Tualatin Valley Firefighters Union Local 1660 members will ask passing motorists to drop a donation into their fire boots Friday, May 24, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. at the Beaverton-Hillsdale Highway and Canyon Road on-ramps and off-ramps to Highway 217 in Beaverton.All funds collected through Tualatin Valley Firefighters Union Local 1
PPB Releases New Video on Air Support Unit (Photo)
The Portland Police Bureau is releasing a new video highlighting the work of its Air Support Unit (ASU) following the purchase of more modern airplane this past year. The video can be found here: https://youtu.be/_mhsfa57cyY
ASU provides aerial support and expertise for the Police Bureau's patrol, investigative and administrative needs. In 2023, the Unit flew 1,146 hours (including simulator use). Of those hours, 754.2 hours were patrol support flights. The Unit also received 379 flight request
Nonmedical vaccine exemptions for kindergartners hits record high
May 16, 2024Media contact: Jonathan Modie, 971-246-9139, [email protected] vaccine exemptions for kindergartners hits record highBut OHA finds most Oregon parents, guardians still choose to immunize kidsPORTLAND, Ore.—Schools reported the highest rate ever for students claiming nonmedical exemptions from the state’s school vaccination requirements, new Oregon Health Authority (OHA) data show.Statewide, 8.8% of kindergartners had a nonmedical exemption for one or more re
Oregon Community Trees announces speakers for June 27 Oregon Urban Forestry Conference in Eugene (Photo)
(EUGENE, Ore.) – Oregon Community Trees is announcing the names of the three individual speakers at the June 27th Oregon Urban Forestry Conference, being held in Eugene this year. “More Housing, More Trees: Giving Oregonians Both” is the theme of this year’s conference, which is jointly sponsored by the Oregon Dept. of Forestry and USDA Forest Service. The latest speaker to confirm is Dutch-Canadian ecological engineer and author Nadina Galle. Galle’s new book entitled The Nature of Our Cities:
Free camping, day-use, and activities to celebrate State Parks Day June 1
SALEM, Ore—Celebrate State Parks Day with free parking and free RV and tent site camping at all Oregon State Parks June 1 as well as special events at selected parks.Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) will waive day-use parking fees at the 25 locations that charge them and camping fees for all tent, RV and horse campsites June 1. OPRD will also waive day-use parking fees June 2, to support Free Fishing Days offered by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. State Parks Day has bee
The Oregon State Fair announces 2024 Umpqua Bank Concert Series (Photo)
Tickets on sale now[SALEM, OR] With star talent on the lineup, the Oregon State Fair will be sunnier than ever this year – happening August 23 through Labor Day, September 2. Our Umpqua Bank Concert Series has a range of artists guaranteed to excite everyone in the family!Friday, August 23 – veteran and country star, Craig MorganSaturday, August 24 – roots reggae group, Steel PulseMonday, August 26 –timeless rock band, The Goo Goo DollsTuesday, August 27 – rapper, Yung GravyThursday, August 29 –
Committees to review historic property and archaeology grant applications
Two separate committees will meet to score and rank applications for the Preserving Oregon and Diamonds in the Rough Grant programs. The recommendations from the committees will be forwarded to the State Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation for final review and approval June 21, 2024. Both meetings will be online and in-person at 725 Summer St NE, Salem, Oregon. The Diamonds in the Rough Grant Review Committee will meet May 29, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Please see the agenda for access detai
PF&R Responds to Electrocution and Forty Foot Fall From Power Tower in Sellwood (Photo)
On May 15, 2024 at approximately 5:05 pm, Portland Fire & Rescue was dispatched to an area along the railroad tracks near Sellwood Riverfront Park for an individual who was reportedly climbing a steel powerline tower at this location, was electrocuted, and then fell forty feet into some bushes on the ground below. Per PGE, the line at the top of this tower was a 57,000 volt powerline. Per one witness, this individual was attempting to take a selfie photo when they fell. Another witness told
UPDATE: Suspect found dead after search east of Bend
UPDATE: At approximately 9:35 p.m., the suspect was found dead in the search area by members of the Central Oregon Emergency Response Team. Residents in the area no longer need to shelter in place. A more detailed release will be sent out tomorrow morning. -- JOINT RELEASE – Bend Police & Deschutes County Sheriff's Office --The Bend Police Department and the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office are currently searching for an armed suspect east of Bend. The search area includes the area east of
Pacific Power to describe wildfire protection efforts
Media Hotline: 503-813-6018 MEDIA ADVISORY WHAT: In preparation for wildfire season, Pacific Power is inviting members of the media to its customer public forum in Hood River to share key elements of its plans to mitigate the threat of wildfire.A Pacific Power meteorologist and spokesperson will be available for one-on-one interv
Lane County Sheriff's Office attempting to locate assault suspect in McKenzie area (Photo)
<div><p style="margin-left:0px;">The Lane County Sheriff's Office is attempting to locate William David McCormick, 52. He is a person of interest in an assault investigation. McCormick was recently last seen in the Vida and McKenzie Bridge area.</p><p style="margin-left:0px;">If you have any information regarding McCormick’s location, please call the Lane County Sheriff’s Office at 541-682-4141 and reference case #24-2445.</p></div>
Transparency Matters: Why I Can Never Support a Politician Who Hides Their Criminal History
In Oregon, where drug and alcohol issues are significant concerns for many residents, it's even more crucial for politicians to be forthcoming about their history in these areas. Refusing to disclose such information raises red flags and can erode trust in a candidate's ability to represent the interests of the people effectively.Title: "The Imperative of Transparency: Unveiling the Truth Behind Political Candidacy"In the heart of Oregon, where the battle against drug and alcohol abuse remains a