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Statesman Journal

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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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The Sprawling Oregon Flea Market So Massive That One Full Day Barely Covers It All

There are places in this world that make you feel like you’ve stumbled into a parallel universe where everything is more colorful, more alive, and infinitely more interesting than wherever you just came from. M&M Marketplace in Hillsboro, Oregon is exactly that kind of place. Maybe it’s a few...

Hillsboro, OR · 2d
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Lincoln County Leader -- The News Guard

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Seafood Trail launched celebrating local fisheries, Oregon-landed seafood

The Oregon Coast Seafood Trail, a new initiative inviting travelers to experience local seafood closer to its source, has been launched by the Oregon Coast Visitors Association (OCVA) in partnership with the Oregon Ocean Cluster. Featuring more than 20 local businesses, the trail helps visitors discover fisher-family-run eateries, seafood markets, dockside retailers and food carts that prioritize Oregon-landed and Oregon-grown seafood. Along the way, it introduces travelers to the fishing families and working waterfronts that sustain Oregon’s blue economy, according to a release from the OCVA. The trail addresses a disconnect between Oregon’s seafood harvest and what reaches local plates. A 2022 study commissioned by OCVA found that about 90% of the seafood supplied to the Oregon Coast businesses and institutions studied was classified as non-local catch. The trail helps travelers and residents find businesses committed to local sourcing and learn where their seafood comes from. The trail features businesses offering Oregon-landed and Oregon-grown seafood, including Dungeness crab, pink shrimp, albacore tuna, salmon, oysters, clams, halibut, and groundfish. Visitors can also explore seasonal seafood opportunities, seafood markets, and dockside experiences through an interactive online map and trip-planning resources. In Lincoln City, Squatchsami Outpost focuses on Oregon-landed fish and the local

Lincoln City, OR · 1d

Furniture Today

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6-store acquisition brings Broad River Retail into Oregon

FORT MILL, S.C. — Top 100 retailer Broad River Retail, which owns and operates Ashley stores in the Southeast, Pacific Northwest and upper New England, has acquired six Ashley stores and a distribution center in Oregon from CTR Associates. The acquisition of the Oregon business, which generates more than...

Oregon · 1d
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Lincoln Chronicle

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Fishing community supporters take a day to show appreciation for hard working crews

The Port of Newport and Newport Fisherman’s Wives have put together Fisherman Appreciation Day for years. Friday was the day this year as crews along the Bayfront got a free breakfast or lunch, could check survival gear or receive vaccinations and health advice.

Newport, OR · 6h

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Fishermen's Appreciation And Crab Recycling

Local commercial fishermen and their families can enjoy a free breakfast and barbecue Friday, Nov. 6, while also connecting with health, safety and business resources at the annual Newport Fishermen’s Wives Appreciation Day. There will also be an opportunity to recyle crab fishing line at England Marine on Friday November 6th and 7th.

Newport, OR · 1d

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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

KOIN 6 News

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Kohr Explores: 7 Dees merger brings together family-owned garden centers

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Prominent names in the world of local gardening and landscaping have been reunited. Dennis’ 7 Dees and Drake’s 7 Dees are now operating the single name, 7 Dees. The merger comes as the family-owned businesses mark their 70th anniversary and Kohr Harlan took us to one of their garden centers to […]

Portland, OR · 3d

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Power out for over 2,600 on Hayden Island early Friday morning

PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Power was out for more than 2,600 customers on Hayden Island early Friday morning, Portland General Electric said. The outage was first identified at about 2:45 a.m. on Hayden Island, between Portland and Vancouver in the Columbia River. A PGE spokesperson said there was an...

Portland, OR · 16h

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This Oregon Vintage Mall Has Over 200 Vendor Booths Where Just Browsing Turns Into an Afternoon

You walk in thinking you will look around for ten minutes. Then you glance at your phone and somehow the afternoon has vanished into shelves of clocks, old games, and things you never knew you needed. This Oregon spot looks like a big warehouse from the outside, but inside it...

Portland, OR · 2d

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Asante CEO declines to respond to state legislators’ inquiry

State lawmakers express ongoing concern regarding nearly $1 million in unreported labor consultant spending; Oregon nurses union demands ‘real answers’. Asante CEO Tom Gessel declined to answer a half-dozen questions posted in a recent inquiry from two state legislators regarding over $1 million allegedly spent on so-called “anti-union” labor relations firms and said Southern Oregon’s largest healthcare provider has not been engaged with groups for “labor-related staff-level education” since 2023.

Oregon · 2d

Woodburn Independent

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Canby’s holiday market gearing up for its annual festive run

The holiday season is just around the corner, and the Clackamas County Event Center is preparing to welcome families, friends, and visitors for its annual Winter Fair & Holiday Market. […]

Canby, OR · 18h

Lake Oswego Review

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‘I love what I do’ — Luscher Farm and farmers’ market leader has built a life in Lake Oswego

Emily Liu is just 33 years old but already has an 18-year history with the Lake Oswego Parks and Recreation Department. “I started working for Parks & Recreation when I […]

Lake Oswego, OR · 1d

KOIN 6 News

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Multnomah County’s $51B lawsuit against Big Oil allowed to proceed

The Multnomah County Circuit Court is allowing the county's lawsuit against some of the largest oil companies in the world to proceed after the companies tried to dismiss the case, which seeks more than $50 billion in damages.

Multnomah County, OR · 15h

The National Law Review

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GeTtin’ SALTy Episode 87 | Portland’s Proposed Massive Increase to the CEO Pay-Ratio Surtax — and Oregon’s Other Tax Debates [Podcast]

On the latest episode of the GeTtin’ SALTy podcast, host Nikki Dobay welcomes back guest Jeff Newgard of Peak Policy to discuss a proposal to sharply increase Portland’s CEO pay-ratio surtax, which was enacted in 2017. While the surtax has always raised legal and constitutional issues, the proposed increase is likely to renew those concerns, resulting in potential litigation and budget implications. They also examine the proposed clean-energy surcharge (similar to the Portland CES) in Eugune, Oregon, the state’s proposed annual financial-assets tax, and a universal-health-care plan that could bring significant new taxes. Throughout, they consider how voter fatigue and questions about local taxing authority may shape what happens next.

Portland, OR · 1d

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Willamette Week: Lawsuit alleges investment company defrauded investors

PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — They're some of the familiar business names around town -- Rudy’s barbershops, Bamboo Sushi, and Sizzle Pie. In this week's issue, Willamette Week found that the investment company that owns them faces a new $5 million lawsuit. It's not the first lawsuit they've faced.

Portland, OR · 2d

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Berries, blood and mud: Oregon’s most delicious invasive weed

Picking berries is a quintessential summer tradition for many Pacific Northwesterners. The region has many farms, but fruit can easily be found in everyday corners. For about the past 140 years, the Himalayan Blackberry has taken over Oregon’s alleyways, waterfronts, forests and backyards. This thorny vine is actually a cousin of the rose, the plant behind Portland’s most famous nickname, but instead of beautiful flowers, the vines produce juicy fruit.

Oregon · 17h

Lake Oswego Review

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Lake Oswego’s economic outlook by the numbers

The city of Lake Oswego and the Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce recently collaborated on an economic development strategy plan, which the City Council approved at a Tuesday, Nov. 3 […]

Lake Oswego, OR · 18h