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Statesman Journal

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When you can expect to see more Marion, Polk County election results

Election night is over , but ballot counting is still going on in full force in county clerk offices. Polk County’s next scheduled to release results from the election by 5 p.m. on Nov. 4, according to the county's election schedule. Marion County’s next scheduled release of results is by 5 p.m. on Nov. 5, according to that county's schedule. Marion County’s most recent results, which were released at 1 a.m. on Nov. 4, tallied 74,905 ballots of the 142,002 cast in the election. That compares with 135,872 ballots cast in 2022 and 159,097 in 2024. That means close races, such as the Marion County Commissioner Position 1 race between Kevin Cameron and Sara Duncan and the Position 2 race between Colm Willis and Maria Hinojos Pressey are far from decided. The races are separated by fewer than 1,000 votes in the most recently released results. In Polk County, there were 38,457 ballots cast and 32,810 had been counted as of 8 p.m. on Nov. 3. Polk County is scheduled to release more election results on Nov. 10, 18 and 25. Marion County is scheduled to release more results Nov. 11, 18 and 25. The final results in both counties

Marion County, OR · 2d

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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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The Coastal Oregon Lake That Feels Like Your Own Personal Paradise For Fishing And Adventure

There are places in Oregon that make you wonder why you ever spent money on a plane ticket, and Devil’s Lake State Recreation Area in Lincoln City is sitting right at the top of that list. This freshwater coastal lake delivers the kind of scenery and adventure that most...

Lincoln City, OR · 3d
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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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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 · 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 · 1d

Lincoln Chronicle

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Voters send Rigby and Don to county commission; two mayors re-elected and money measures split

Updated results Wednesday evening show no changes in Nov. 3 election results in Lincoln County. There will be two new county commissioners in January, the mayors of Newport and Lincoln City were re-elected and a bond measure in Newport was winning but one to repair or replace the city hall in Lincoln City lost badly.

Lincoln County, OR · 3d

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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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Upcoming Lincoln City City Council Meetings

Monday, November 9, 2026 – City Council Regular Meeting – 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers, 801 SW Hwy 101, 3rd Floor. Monday, November 23, 2026 – City Council Regular Meeting – CANCELLED. The meeting location is accessible to persons with disabilities. A request for an...

Lincoln City, OR · 2d

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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

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

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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 · 1d

Lincoln Chronicle

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Oregon Coast Woodturners Club display members’ passion with month-long exhibit at Visual Arts Center

The Lincoln Chronicle's "5 Questions and a Secret" feature focuses on Tom Hastings and the Oregon Coast Woodturners Club, one of three groups displaying their work this month at the Newport Visual Arts Center.

Newport, OR · 3d

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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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Flu cases surge early in Oregon, hitting seniors hardest

LANE COUNTY, Ore. - Flu season is picking up months ahead of schedule in Oregon, with positive test rates and hospitalizations trending up. For the week of Oct. 25 through 31, the Oregon Health Authority reports the percentage of positive tests increased to more than 10%, up from less than 8% the week before. There have also been nearly 40 hospitalizations during that period.

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Lincoln Chronicle

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31 Lincoln County nonprofits will share $220,000 in grants this month

Lincoln County is ready to award 31 nonprofit organizations $220,000 in grants following a selection committee’s recommendation that it emphasize helping food banks this year. Typically the county has awarded $180,000 a year in grants, but this year increased the award amount.

Lincoln County, 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

Lincoln Chronicle

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County opens winter shelter in Newport, but not Lincoln City facility

Lincoln County has opened its winter shelter and resource center in Newport but its shelter in Lincoln City won’t be used this season.

Lincoln City, OR · 1d

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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

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ELECTION NEWS – UNOFFICIAL RESULTS – Tillamook County – Nov. 3, 2026 General Election

Here are the UNOFFICIAL results for Tillamook County from the November 3, 2026 Election from 11:55PM, November 3, 2026. The next update will be on November 12, 2026. The full results PDF is also available – see link below. Registered Voters – Total 21,942. Ballots Cast – Total...

Tillamook County, OR · 2d