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Softball Game Preview: Scio Hits the Road
The Scio Loggers will head out on the road to take on the Stayton Eagles at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Scio is coming into the contest hot, having won their last 15 games. Scio can't be too worried about heading out to take on Stayton: they just beat Cascade at home, who had been dominant on their own field up to that point. Scio never let Cascade onto the board and left with a 1-0 victory on Friday. Despite the win, that was the fewest runs Scio has scored all year.
Public invited to comment on Oregon Forestry Policy
EASTERN OREGON — (Release by Oregon Dept. of Forestry) The Oregon Board of Forestry and Department of Forestry are inviting public comment on the final draft of their new shared strategic plan, the Vision for Oregon’s Forests, through May 24. The board and department have been working together...
20 Salem-area athletes to watch at 6A, 5A, 4A OSAA state track and field championships
The OSAA 6A, 5A, and 4A state track and field championships are set to begin at Hayward Field in Eugene on Friday, and numerous Salem-area athletes could be in contention for titles. The large-school state meet will begin at 9 a.m. Friday and will conclude Saturday around 6:30 p.m. Here are local athletes...
Readers respond: Dexter advances critical issues
I was pleased to see The Oregonian/OregonLive Editorial Board endorse state Rep. Maxine Dexter for U.S. Congressional District 3, (“Editorial endorsement May 2024: Elect Maxine Dexter in Democratic primary for 3rd Congressional District,” April 17). Dexter is my long-time colleague and I’ve watched her transition into the role of policy maker with interest. She has been an effective leader for the state and will be a respected progressive voice if elected to Congress.
Salem pedestrian dies from injuries in May 5 hit-and-run near Lancaster Drive
A 75-year-old Salem man died from injuries sustained in a hit-and-run May 5 near Lancaster Drive SE, the Salem Police Department announced Monday. Emergency responders were called to the 4100 block of Rickey St. SE at approximately 11:40 a.m. on May 5 after a man crossing the street was struck by the driver of a vehicle who fled the scene.
Lebanon Fire District appeals to voters to pass levy
Lebanon Fire District is asking voters this month to approve an operating levy to help it restore service to pre-COVID levels. Lebanon is a local fire district, not connected to a city or county. That means it wasn’t eligible for state or federal emergency funds during the pandemic. “I...
Shellburg Falls reopens for first time since 2020 Labor Day wildfires
The following is an announcement from the Oregon Dept. of Forestry:. SALEM, Oregon--One of the most popular Santiam State Forest recreation areas, Shellburg Falls, will reopen today after being closed in the aftermath of the 2020 Labor Day wildfires. “It’s almost unbelievable how wildfire can impact the landscape,” said Joe...
Lebanon fire authorities say functional smoke alarm was key to swift apartment fire response
LEBANON, Ore. – Fire officials said that the presence of functioning smoke alarms played a key role in rapid response by fire crews to a Lebanon apartment fire on Monday evening, Lebanon Fire District authorities said. LFD officials said they responded to a fire alarm activation at 6:46 p.m....
Oregon agencies expecting another severe wildfire season as 'the drought still persists'
SALEM, Oregon — In seconds, firefighters for Marion County Fire District 1 are out of their truck, hooking up a hose and lugging it into a field. "When you call, the public calls, we want to be there and get to moving within 60, 90 seconds," said Kyle McMann, fire chief for Marion County Fire District 1.
Oregon Dept. of Revenue: Taxpayers hit by TurboTax error can cut bill or boost refund by filing amended return
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — About 12,000 Oregon taxpayers who used TurboTax to prepare their 2023 federal and state tax returns may be able to reduce their tax owed or increase their refund by amending their state return, the state Department of Revenue said Monday. Intuit, the makers of TurboTax,...
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