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Mapleton logger named Oregon Operator of the Year

MAPLETON, Ore. - Iron Horse Logging, Inc. was named Operator of the Year for Northwest Oregon by the Southwest Oregon regional advisory committee to the Oregon Board of Forestry. The company will be recognized at the Board's January meeting in Salem. Wood River Timber, Inc. from Klamath Falls and Lone...

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Lane County faces billions in damage from a Cascadia earthquake

Being earthquake-ready goes beyond having a few bottles of water and a battery-powered flashlight on hand. Local seismologists say there is a one-in-three chance a magnitude 8.0 or higher Cascadia earthquake will occur in the next 50 years. There is a one-in-10 chance of a magnitude 9.0 or higher earthquake. The Eugene Water & Electric Board , in collaboration with the Eugene Family YMCA and University of Oregon , are promoting emergency readiness, giving presentations and answering questions about what Eugene residents need to know and what they can do now to prepare for an earthquake that could heavily impact the Pacific Northwest's infrastructure. Valerie Sahakian , UO associate professor of earth sciences and lead investigator for Cascadia Region Earthquake Science Center (CRESCENT) , said planning now is essential . "When things are really big and scary, reinforcing what you can do helps," Sahakian said. What is the Cascadia subduction zone and how do we know it's active? The Cascadia subduction zone , spanning about 600 miles between Northern California and British Columbia, lies about 100 miles west of the Oregon coast. Here, two offshore tectonic plates meet, one sliding underneath the other and building up pressure over time. Scientists

Lane County, OR · 1d

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This Oregon Golf Course Sits On An Old Gravel Mine And Hides The State’s Biggest Lazy River

A lazy river with giant fake logs, faux tree stumps, and an underground tunnel sits right next to an 18-hole golf course in Oregon. Yes, it belongs to an RV park. The whole pool area leans into a mining theme. That fits, since the property shares its neighborhood with a working gravel operation.

Roseburg, OR · 3d
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Paige Cognetti wins seat in U.S. House of Representatives

Paige Cognetti, a democrat from Eugene, Oregon and the former mayor of Scranton won the election against Republican incumbent Rob Bresnahan on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026 at 10:41 p.m. EST. Cognetti studied at the University of Oregon Clark Honors College to complete her undergraduate degree in 1998-2002. She graduated summa...

Scranton, PA · 1d
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Florence's North Jetty Reopens Nov. 19 With New ADA Parking, Restrooms, Lighting

Lane County officials will cut the ribbon on a rebuilt North Jetty Recreation Area on Nov. 19, capping months of construction that brought accessible parking, a new vault restroom and overhauled lighting to the popular Florence coastal destination. The ceremony is set for 11 a.m. at the North Jetty main lot on North Jetty Road, with the public invited to tour nearby Harbor Vista Campground improvements afterward.

Florence, OR · 2d

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Oregon’s Rainy Season Is Here, Yet Locals Still Line Up At These Seven Old-School Ice Cream Dairies

Gray skies and steady drizzle do not stop Oregonians from wanting a good scoop. Some of the best ice cream in the state comes from dairies, farms, and creameries with real roots in local milk. This list covers seven of them, from a famous coastal factory to a university dairy...

Oregon · 2d

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Florence chamber picks 2027 Rhody Fest theme, seeks logo

FLORENCE, Ore. - The Florence Area Chamber of Commerce picked "Rhodies, Rides & Coastal Vibes" as the theme for the 120th Rhododendron Festival running May 13 to 16, 2027. Caroline Valentine of Springfield submitted the winning theme and will receive $150 and a spot in the festival's history. Valentine co-owns The Corn Dog Company—Willamette Valley, which sets up in the Port of Siuslaw parking lot on weekends serving different varieties of corn dogs and desserts.

Florence, OR · 2d

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Oregon targets dangerous railroad crossings with new federal funding for road improvements and long-term redesign

Salem, Oregon – Three railroad crossings in Harrisburg are slated to close, while a crossing in Douglas County will move closer to a possible long-term redesign under federal awards totaling more than $5.3 million. The projects address concerns that reach beyond delays at the tracks: emergency access, public safety...

Douglas County, OR · 3d

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Proposed Coos Bay code amendments aim to simplify childcare expansion

COOS BAY, Ore. – The Coos Bay Planning Commission voted Tuesday night to recommend that city council approve amendments to the city’s development code that would make it easier to expand or open child care facilities. The changes would allow small- and large-scale child care centers in residential...

Coos Bay, OR · 18h

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Oregon Opens Millions In Grant Funding For Forest And Wildlife Conservation Projects

ROSEBURG, Ore. - Millions of dollars in grant funding are now available for conservation projects across Oregon, including potential projects in Douglas County, as the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) opens its Fall 2026 Private Forest Accord Grant Program application period. Applications opened Thursday, November 12, with funding...

Douglas County, OR · 5h

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Oregon Veterans Have Until November 30 to Seek Repayment in Trajector Bankruptcy

Oregon veterans who paid Trajector Medical for assistance obtaining or increasing their VA disability benefits have until November 30, 2026, to submit claims for money they believe the company owes them in its federal bankruptcy proceedings. Attorney General Dan Rayfield is urging affected veterans to review their payments and file...

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Oregon’s two Planned Parenthood affiliates announce plan to consolidate

Oregon’s two Planned Parenthood affiliates will consolidate into a statewide operation. In a press release, the groups said the decision followed years of discussion and votes by their respective boards. The smaller of the two affiliates, Planned Parenthood of Southwestern Oregon, will dissolve as part of the change. The...

Oregon · 1d

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Oregon Lawmakers Urge Federal Funding For Proposed Roseburg Veterans’ Home

ROSEBURG, Ore. - Four members of Oregon's congressional delegation are urging the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to prioritize funding for a proposed state veterans' home in Roseburg, renewing efforts to bring additional long-term care options to veterans in Douglas County and throughout Southern Oregon. U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and...

Douglas County, OR · 1d

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Roseburg Celebrates 71st Annual Veterans Day Parade in Downtown

ROSEBURG, Ore. - Downtown Roseburg was once again the setting for one of Douglas County's longest-running traditions Wednesday, November 11, as the community marked the 71st Annual Douglas County Veterans Day Parade. The annual event, which began at 11 a.m., brought the community together to recognize the men and women...

Roseburg, OR · 1d

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Roseburg declares November 2026 Homeless Youth Awareness Month, plans public forum

ROSEBURG, Ore. — Roseburg Mayor Larry Rich proclaimed November 2026 as Homeless Youth Awareness Month during the Roseburg City Council meeting Monday, Nov. 9. The proclamation was presented to Thomas McGregor, co-chair of the Douglas County Homeless Youth Solutions Initiative, in recognition of local efforts to support children, youth and families experiencing homelessness.

Roseburg, OR · 1d

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Hear from a few of Oregon’s new Gen Z mayors

Several of Oregon’s new mayor-elects, who were voted into office in last week’s midterm election, are under the age of thirty. That includes Adam Marl, 26, Oregon City’s mayor-elect; Ben Simons, 26, mayor of the city of Drain; and Will Anderson, 25, mayor-elect for the city of Milwaukie.

Oregon · 1d

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Southern Oregon Cloud-Seeding Plan Seeks More Winter Snow as Residents Question Environmental Effects

A proposal to seed winter clouds over Southern Oregon would send drones and a piloted aircraft above mountain terrain in an effort to increase snowfall and water supplies, drawing objections from residents concerned about the materials released and how their effects would be monitored. Rainmaker Technology Corporation is seeking Oregon...

Southern Oregon, OR · 9h

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CITY OF ROSEBURG RESIDENTIAL LEAF PICKUPS UNDERWAY THROUGH JANUARY 4TH

Roseburg Public Works crews are providing residential leaf collection inside the city limits through January 4th of next year. A city release said each cycle begins in the Laurelwood neighborhood behind Roseburg High School and works clockwise around the city. Each cycle generally takes about a month, depending on the amount of leaves collected. The route is being repeated throughout the program.

Roseburg, OR · 1d

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Wreaths Across America Returns to Roseburg National Cemetery December 19

ROSEBURG, Ore. - An annual tradition honoring veterans laid to rest in Douglas County will return next month as volunteers prepare to place thousands of wreaths at Roseburg National Cemetery. The 2026 John Pierson Memorial Wreaths Across America event is scheduled for Saturday, December 19, bringing together local veterans, families,...

Roseburg, OR · 1d