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The National Weather Service issued an avalanche warning for Baker and Wallowa counties at 6:59 a.m. on Sunday. “The Wallowa Avalanche Center in Joseph, Oregon, has requested that the following communication be sent. The weather service reports that a backcountry avalanche warning has been issued by the Wallowa Avalanche Center in Joseph. “Please visit the … Read more
Multnomah County District Attorney Mike Schmidt and his Justice Integrity Unit are scheduled to urge a judge on Monday to either lower or set aside charges for eight individuals, some of whom have been convicted of robbery, violent assault, or murder, just days before he leaves office. Senate Bill 819, which was passed by state … Read more
To Liz, please:Regarding your reply to the letter regarding the exorbitant cost of Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage, I have a few remarks. As you accurately pointed out, from next year, the cost of covered drugs will be capped at $2,000. The monthly premiums, however, have no upper limit. For the 2025 year, my … Read more
The central core of Portland has a well-established history of hardship. Downtown has been ravaged by ongoing homelessness, violence, and the 2020 racial justice demonstrations. Hotel, corporate, and retail vacancies are consistently high. Furthermore, Multnomah County has seen a decline in top earnings due in part to high taxes. As the city projects for the … Read more
Wheeler, Ted When I think back on my two terms as mayor of Portland, I’m impressed by how much potential the city has ahead of it. This marks the start of something revolutionary rather than merely the end of an age. Over the last eight years, we have been navigating previously unheard-of issues and developing … Read more
The child in me developed its own wild theory after so much focus was placed on drone or low-flying aircraft sightings: our government was practicing a Santa flyover with his reindeer and sled (Mystery drones kept helicopter from taking patient to N.J. hospital, college says, Dec. 4). All of America’s zip codes would receive an … Read more
The National Weather Service issued a new flood warning for Coos County on Sunday at 6:02 a.m., which will remain in force until Monday at 4:19 p.m. It states that “Minor flooding is forecast for South Fork Coquille River at Myrtle Point.” “The South Fork Coquille River is at flood stage at 33.0 feet. The … Read more
Former Trail Blazers Center in Portland For the first time since leaving the franchise in 2012, Greg Oden, whose career was cut short by several knee problems, made his way back to the Moda Center on Saturday night. With his iconic smile, the former No. 1-overall pick of the 2007 Blazers overcame any residual disappointment … Read more
In a secluded area of Tillamook State Forest, Conrad Ely waded into the freezing Carlson Creek, a stream that meandered beneath mossy Douglas firs and cedar, while wearing waders and holding a staff. State beaver biologist Ely peered at clumped-up leaves, looked for gnawed-off limbs in the water, and shined his spotlight beneath trees that … Read more
As part of a strategy to save and restore the species, Oregon wildlife officials are undertaking a new statewide census of beavers and their habitat. The state’s ability to alter the perception of beavers, their values, and appropriate treatment is crucial to the plan’s success. Here are some interesting facts to be aware of: Note: … Read more