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Fentanyl awareness campaigns kick off in Oregon amid epidemic
A national nonprofit organization released a new program on Tuesday, May 7, to help families navigate the hazards of fentanyl and to prevent deaths of young people as Oregon continues to battle the lethal drug epidemic. Song for Charlie, a nonprofit focused on raising awareness about fake fentanyl pills, launched The New Drug Talk Oregon, an educational web-based platform with free information about the risks of fentanyl and the dangers of self-medication and experimentation. The program also gives families guidance on how to discuss the...
Video: First Oregon Zoo-raised California condor is all grown up — turns 20
The Oregon Zoo is nationally recognized for its work to preserve the California condor population at its Jonsson Center for Wildlife Conservation in rural Clackamas County. The work began about 20 years ago — and now the first condor hatched and raised by Oregon Zoo has turned 20 years old. Kun-Wac-Shun, aka No. 340, was hatched on May 9, 2004 at Jonsson Center and has become a big deal in...
Statewide 6A softball coaches poll: May 7
The fourth regular-season edition of OSAAToday’s statewide 6A softball coaches poll was released on Tuesday, May 7, with West Linn maintaining its spot atop the top five. For a complete look at the poll, see below: (First-place votes in parentheses, pre-season ranking in brackets, record listed is what’s posted on www.osaa.org as of Saturday, May 4) ...
Clackamas County renews contract with AMR 'just shy' of requirements
As Multnomah County publicly wrestles with penalties for delays and short-staffing by ambulance giant American Medical Response, Clackamas County commissioners quietly approved a new contract with the company while waiving hefty fines. By a 4-1 vote on April 18, elected members of the Clackamas board granted AMR a one-year contract extension through May 1, 2025, despite the company racking up over $1 million in fines for failing to meet ambulance response times required by its county contract. ...
Here's a shocker: The Northwest's demand for electricity is projected to surge by 30% in the next decade
Electricity demand in the Northwest is expected to grow more than 30% in the next decade, or about 5% more than estimated last year and triple the prediction 3 years ago, industry experts said in a new report. Large data centers, an increase in high-tech manufacturing and growing electrification in homes, buildings and transportation are key factors in the forecast. The projections are in an annual report published this month...
Here's a shocker: The Northwest's demand for electricity is projected to surge by 30% in the next decade
Electricity demand in the Northwest is expected to grow more than 30% in the next decade, or about 5% more than estimated last year and triple the prediction 3 years ago, industry experts said in a new report. Large data centers, an increase in high-tech manufacturing and growing electrification in homes, buildings and transportation are key factors in the forecast. The projections are in an annual report published this month...
Readers Respond: Here's how universal health care could affect Oregon households
Your Oregon News asked readers how health care affects their households. This comes after a new state board could put Oregon on a path to radically reshape its health care system, ensuring universal access and removing financial barriers for patients—or it could be the latest state-backed effort exploring universal health care without success. Many readers expressed concerns over costs, and choices for quality care. ...
OPINION: How we can reinvigorate our economy in Clackamas County
A strong economy is the backbone of a thriving community, enhancing the quality of life, increasing financial resilience, improving public services and sustaining a sense of possibility. With a diverse array of industries and hard-working individuals, Clackamas County has all the raw materials for a booming economy, but we have been hindered from living up to our potential. The challenge State and local governments have placed unnecessary obstacles on the...
'Huzzah!" Oregon Renaissance Faire back for feasting, jousting and fun
Sparks fly as knights clash sword against sword on dusty ground, well-cooked turkey legs lend their scent to the air, and a vibe that offers plenty of delight is punctuated by the occasional “Huzzah!” That’s just a sampling of what will be open to discovery over three consecutive weekends in June. The Oregon Renaissance Faire returns to the fairgrounds of the Clackamas County Event Center in Canby. This year’s event will run June 1-2, 8-9, and 15-16. ...
Our TV picks for Thursday, May 9: Selena + Restaurant; House Hunters: All Stars; Next Level Chef
Selena + Restaurant FOOD 7 p.m. Chef Marcel Vigneron has turned Hollywood’s Lemon Grove restaurant into a must-visit joint. Selena hits the hotspot and is greeted by three dishes that are out of this world. Together, they create a colorful dish with unusual ingredients. House Hunters: All Stars ...
Milwaukie man faces murder charge after shooting of Oregon City resident
A Milwaukie man has been charged with murder after a shooting death in unincorporated Clackamas County last week. Cody James Denewith, 26, was arrested Monday, May 6 and charged with second-degree murder and unlawful use of a weapon, according to a press release from the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office. Denewith is accused of killing 25-year-old Nathan Dean Anderson of Oregon City. According to the release, deputies responded to reports of...
Art show set for Clackamas Community College's Alexander Gallery
The Clackamas Community College Alexander Gallery annual student art show runs May 16 to June 6. An awards reception will be held May 16 from noon to 1 p.m., and guest judge V. Maldonado will announce awarded works. The exhibition showcases the finest artwork made by CCC students during the academic year in disciplines including painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, photography, digital design, jewelry making and more. The Alexander Gallery is in the Niemeyer Center on the Oregon City campus, 19600 Molalla Ave., and is open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., with the exception of holidays. This exhibition is free and open to the public. For questions, contact Kate Simmons at 503-594-3032 or kates@clackamas.edu. For more information on Clackamas Community College’s art exhibits and performances, visit www.clackamas.edu/art.
2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz XRT AWD: Not just a Malibu Barbie truck
When a friend first saw my test 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz, he called it a “Malibu Barbie truck.” I don’t disagree. With its intentionally edgy styling, short bed and large wheels, the compact pickup looks like a large toy. But who wouldn’t want to be Malibu Barbie? She has nothing but fun, fun, fun in the sun, sun, sun. Make no mistake, however. the pint-size Santa Cruz is a real truck. Although it has a unibody chassis instead of a steel frame, it can tow...
Photo contest: Celebrate the mom in your life!
The month of May has Mother's Day, so we're here to celebrate, respect and love the mother figures and guardians in our lives all month long. Share your favorite photos of your mom, grandmother, mother figure, or favorite guardian in our latest photo contest. Win a chance for your photo to be featured in Your Oregon News and Pamplin Media Group newspapers—or as a digital jigsaw—in cities all around Oregon by submitting your photos. CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR PHOTOS
Our TV picks for Wednesday, May 8: My 600-Lb. Life; Pawn Stars Do America; Animal Control
My 600-Lb. Life TLC 6 p.m. Depressed and seemingly without hope, Seana is 23 years old and 700 pounds. Living at her mom’s house, she desperately needs the help of Dr. Now in this Part 1. Though Now can give her the tools to thrive, only she can make the decision. Part 2 follows. Pawn...
Clackamas CC, WGU agree on educational partnership
Clackamas Community College and Western Governors University recently announced a partnership that enhances educational pathways for CCC graduates and employees. Leaders from both institutions formalized the agreement during a signing ceremony on CCC’s Oregon City campus on April 30. The collaboration provides transfer opportunities for CCC alumni into WGU's online bachelor’s and master’s degree programs, fostering expanded access to higher education and career advancement. Additionally, CCC alumni and employees who...
Subaru builds on strength with the all-new 2025 Forester
Subaru builds some of the most popular cars in the Pacific Northwest, and there are good reasons why people choose the brand, including the highly capable symmetrical all-wheel drive system and the general utility of the vehicles. Among the various Subaru models, the Forester occupies a special place – it's kind of in the middle of everything. It's not the largest and not the smallest, it's among the most affordable models, and it offers plenty of space for people and cargo. And of course, it will easily conquer tough terrain where other SUVs can't go. All of that has made...
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