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Federal judge allows Army Corps to drain Oregon lake

EUGENE, Ore. (CN) — Oregon’s capital city and other municipalities failed to convince a federal judge to block the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers from lowering water levels in Detroit Lake. “The court shares plaintiffs’ concerns about the threats posed by the possibility of high turbidity and inadequate...

Salem, OR · 1d
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This Oregon College Town Saturday Market Is Where Locals Spend Their Whole Weekend Morning

I once wandered toward a cluster of tents in Oregon expecting a quick lap and a bag of apples. Two hours later my arms were full, my stomach was happy, and I had made friends with a stranger’s dog. If you think you have seen every farmers’ market in...

Corvallis, OR · 2d
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Explore 6 Fascinating Oregon Museums That Are So Impressive Yet Completely Free To Enter

Ready to explore the most fascinating free museums Oregon has to offer?. These 6 museums deliver jaw-dropping history and totally unique experiences for every curious visitor!. 1. Oregon Rail Heritage Center (Portland) Portland is keeping a very large secret near the waterfront, and that secret involves full-sized historic steam locomotives...

Oregon · 17h
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What’s replacing White Rabbit Book Cafe? Meet Oregon City’s newest shop

We now know what will take the place of the recently closed White Rabbit Book Cafe in downtown Oregon City. The building will be the new home of Cognitive Surplus, a retail store that sells math- and science-themed stationery, apparel and home goods. Cognitive Surplus is an Oregon-based company founded...

Oregon City, OR · 3d
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Transportation officials will close McKenzie Pass for winter Thursday

McKenzie Pass, also known as Oregon Highway 242, will close for the winter season on Thursday, Nov. 5. The scenic road is not maintained during winter months and generally closes each November and reopens in June. The road became a seasonal highway in 1962 after Oregon Highway 126 was completed...

Willamette Valley, OR · 1d

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Thousands of gallons of untreated sewer water spills after pipe ruptures near Keizer park

SALEM, Ore. (KATU) — Cleanup crews responded to a park in Salem on Wednesday after thousands of gallons of untreated sewer water spilled from a ruptured pipe. The spill happened near Keizer Rapids Park around noon. According to Salem city officials, crews were performing routine maintenance “to identify potential problem areas” when an investigative device got stuck in an 18-inch sewer line south of the Willow Lake Wastewater Pollution Control Facility.

Salem, OR · 1d

hereisoregon.com

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The true story of when Oregon’s only Frank Lloyd Wright house was moved to save it

People who tour architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s only design built in Oregon hear the heroic story of volunteers rescuing the midcentury Gordon House from the wrecking ball and moving it to a hidden oak grove in northeast of Salem. Oregon preservationists, working with the Chicago-based Frank Lloyd Wright Building...

Silverton, OR · 1d

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Marion, Polk voters largely approving new fees, taxes in 2026 election

Voters in Marion and Polk counties seemed to show they are willing to pay more by approving all of the levies, bonds and fees put to them by local governments , based on early returns in the Nov. 3 election. Measures in Polk County, Independence, Silverton, Stayton, Gates and Mt. Angel, all of which will cost residents money, are so far being approved in early results. The Polk County Fairgrounds operations levy will charge property owners 12 cents per $1,000 of assessed value to pay for operations of the fairgrounds in Rickreall. The levy is expected to raise $5.4 million over five years. Polk County officials said the fairgrounds would close if the levy failed. The $87 million Silver Falls School District school bond would pay to replace the Silverton Middle School building and new K-8 school in the west side of the district to replace three aging K-8 schools. The bond will charge property owners $1.88 per $1,000 of assessed value starting in 2027, which is when the current bond at the same rate is expiring. In Independence, voters are approving $19.65 in fees to fund operations of the city’s parks, library and museum. The fees, which include an

Polk County, OR · 2d

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Oregon Humane Trying To Solve Growing Population Concern in Willamette Valley

PORTLAND, OR – There is reportedly a big problem with pet overpopulation in the Mid Valley. That problem is growing, according to Laura Klink at the Oregon Humane. She says they experienced a 58% increase in kitten intake from 2020 to 2025, thanks to an increasing number of unaltered cats.

Portland, OR · 1d

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Marion County Honors Veterans Through Operation Green Light

SALEM, Ore. — Marion County is honoring local veterans and military families this week by taking part in the sixth annual Operation Green Light for Veterans, a nationwide effort recognizing the service and sacrifices of military veterans. The Marion County Board of Commissioners recognized veterans during Wednesday’s Board Session,...

Marion County, OR · 1d

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Lebanon voters overwhelmingly reject jail levy to reopen facility closed since 2023

LEBANON, Ore. — Lebanon voters are overwhelmingly rejecting a proposed jail levy that would have reopened the city’s jail, which has been closed since 2023 because of staffing shortages. With results still coming in, about 80% of voters were voting no on the measure. The levy would have...

Lebanon, OR · 22h

Statesman Journal

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Oregon Legislature election results for Mid-Valley 2026 races

The Mid-Valley saw a number of competitive races for the Oregon House and Senate in the Nov. 3 election. Incumbents like Sen. Deb Patterson, D-Salem , Sen. Sara Gelser Blouin, D-Corvallis , and Rep. Tom Andersen, D-Salem , had strong election night leads. Elsewhere, Democrat Virginia Stapleton had a lead over Republican Tracy Cramer in the race for Oregon Senate District 11, while Rep. Kevin Mannix, R-Salem, was trailing Democratic challenger Michael Welsh in Oregon House District 21 and incumbent Rep. Lesly Muñoz, D-Woodburn, was leading Republican challenger Noemi Legaspi in Oregon House District 22. Those race had attracted millions combined in campaign contributions. Here’s a roundup of where Mid-Valley races for the legislature stand. Jack Tibbetts takes large lead in race for Oregon Senate District 6 Gelser Blouin out to big lead in Oregon Senate District 8 Sen. Deb Patterson holds strong lead in Oregon Senate District 10 race Virginia Stapleton leads in battle for Oregon Senate District 11 Jackola holds big lead over Maluski in Oregon House District 11 Rep. Shelly Boshart Davis leads Joanna Robinson for House District 15 Farrington holds sizable lead in Oregon House District 17 Staehely holds major lead over Kaufmann for Oregon House

Oregon · 2d

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Paul Evans Poised To Win Seventh Oregon House Term After Recent Controversy

Democratic Rep. Paul Evans led Republican Andrew Fudge by nearly 3,000 votes in preliminary returns, a month after his arrest on suspicion of DUII. Monmouth, OR. — Democratic state Rep. Paul Evans appeared headed for a seventh term in the Oregon House after taking a 2,962-vote lead over Republican Andrew Fudge in preliminary returns for House District 20. The election came about a month after Evans was arrested following an alleged hit-and-run in Independence.

Oregon · 2d

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E-bikes: City points to state’s regulation

E-bikes came up at the Albany City Council meeting Wednesday, but don’t expect the council to enact any new rules. Instead, the city police are reminding adults and children of the state regulations covering different classes of electric bikes or scooters. “Maybe you have noticed the influx of faster,...

Albany, OR · 1d

Forest Grove News Times

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Opinion: Democrats won on Tuesday. Now comes the hard work of solving Oregon’s challenges.

Rising costs of wildfires and transportation and federal cuts will challenge lawmakers and Gov. Tina Kotek next year. They can do a lot by listening. Tuesday’s elections across the United […]

Oregon · 1d

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Shelly Boshart Davis Poised To Win Re-Election In Close Oregon House Race

Linn County, OR. — Republican state Rep. Shelly Boshart Davis held a 1,036-vote lead over Democrat Joanna Robinson in preliminary returns for Oregon House District 15, putting the Albany incumbent on track for a fifth term in a tighter race than any of her previous House contests. Boshart Davis...

Albany, OR · 2d

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Thirsty Thursday: Corvallis Spirits Festival offers sips to support veterans

Thirsty Thursday: Corvallis Spirits Festival offers sips to support veterans.

Corvallis, OR · 23h

KXL

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Oregon Humane Wins Major Grant to Add Electric Vehicles

PORTLAND, OR – Oregon Humane will add electric vehicles to its outreach fleet after receiving a $332,460 grant from Portland General Electric’s Drive Change Fund. The nonprofit will use the funding to purchase two electric vans, two electric passenger vehicles and two dual charging stations for its Portland and Salem campuses. The new vehicles are scheduled to take to the road by early 2027.

Portland, OR · 23h

salembusinessjournal.org

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Deep Dive: Aaron Stickney, Salem’s City Attorney and the Question of Whether Salem Is Rewriting the Rules

Salem's debate over data centers is moving beyond whether the city should welcome large computing facilities. A proposed City Council resolution raises a more immediate legal question: Does Salem's existing zoning code already prohibit AI and hyperscale data centers, or would declaring them prohibited amount to changing the law?. The...

Salem, OR · 2d

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Oregon State expert explains how new lawmakers prepare

OREGON - Democrats are riding what they're calling the Big Blue Wave into a new era in Washington after multiple victories. Now newly elected members of the House and Senate are preparing for their first terms. They convene at noon on Jan. 3. Christopher Stout, a political science professor at Oregon State University, explained what these new members are doing during this transition period. Building relationships is a top priority.

Oregon · 1d