The greatest expenditure package to yet for Portland’s cash-rich fund, which aims to finance renewable energy projects and jobs, is almost complete. The proposal, which would invest $300 million over eight massive projects aimed at reducing carbon emissions, enhancing climate resilience, and boosting economic activity, will be considered by the City Council on Wednesday and … Read more
At 7:57 p.m. on Friday, the National Weather Service issued an updated wind advisory for the Grande Ronde Valley that would remain in force until 10 a.m. on Saturday. According to the meteorological service, “South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph for Ladd and Pyles canyons.” “Unsecured objects will be … Read more
In the midst of severe financial difficulties, Bay Area Hospital management are pursuing a private equity-owned healthcare organization to take over operations at the Coos Bay institution. This week, Quorum Health, the owner of McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center in Springfield, and the 172-bed public, nonprofit hospital—the biggest on Oregon’s coast—signed a nonbinding statement of intent to … Read more
Tonight, the Idaho Vandals and Montana State Bobcats square off in the 2024 FCS college football playoff quarterfinals in hopes of advancing to the semifinals. This game is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. PT/9 p.m. ET on Friday, December 13 and will be streamed live on ESPN Plus. WATCH: DirecTV Stream (free trial) or … Read more
In an effort to close a $18 million budget deficit, Portland State University informed 17 non-tenure track faculty members on Friday that their employment will terminate in mid-June. According to Emily Ford, president of the Portland State chapter of the American Association of University Professors, which advocates for 1,200 academic staff members on campus, 15 … Read more
With all three centers doubtful, the Portland Trail Blazers, who took four days off from play, will play San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama at the Moda Center on Friday night. Donovan Clingan (knee), Robert Williams III (concussion), and Deandre Ayton (illness) might all sit or play. For Williams and Clingan, it’s excellent to have … Read more
West Salem has hosted the Central Valley Conference for the past three years. The Titans are bringing back one of the best combination guards in the state, so this season is looking to be no different. Here is a quick overview of the Central Valley Conference’s ladies basketball teams, arranged alphabetically: McNary Celtics Season last: … Read more
The Prince George Cougars, who lead the BC Division, are swept by the Portland Winterhawks 4-0 in their season series. Additionally, this game is rather traditional in comparison to the previous three; there are no last-minute victories or multi-goal comebacks. Josh Zakreski scored Portland’s final three goals, and Kayd Ruedig’s first goal of his career … Read more
With prices for one of the state’s main crops on a ten-year upward trajectory, Oregon’s Christmas tree farmers are looking forward to another joyous holiday this year. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s most recent survey, farmers earned an average of almost $37 per tree last year. Both wholesale costs and prices that farmers … Read more
At 5:38 p.m. on Tuesday, the National Weather Service issued an updated dense fog advisory for the Oregon Lower Treasure Valley, which would remain in force until 1 p.m. on Thursday. “Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog,” according to the weather agency. “Those who have respiratory disorders may experience complications as a … Read more