The Oregon Planning Commission voted against a variance for the fire station’s expansion, impacting future city development plans. Oregon Planning Commission Denies Variance for Fire Station Expansion Oregon: The Oregon Fire Protection District’s plan to expand its fire station hit a snag. The Planning Commission decided not to recommend the variance needed for the project.…
A Powerball ticket worth $328.5 million was sold in Beaverton, Oregon, making headlines as the first jackpot of 2025. Oregon Sees $328.5 Million Powerball Ticket Sold in Beaverton Beaverton: So, guess what? The first Powerball jackpot of 2025 just dropped in Oregon, and it’s a whopping $328.5 million! Can you believe it? The lucky ticket…
A beloved tree on Tillamook Bay has fallen, leaving locals and wildlife mourning its loss after over a century of standing tall. In One Ear: Requiem for a Tree That Stood for Over a Century Tillamook: So, there was this tree that everyone loved, growing out of a rock at the Three Graces on Tillamook…
A crane successfully lifted a derailed train from the Marys River in Corvallis, ensuring safety and environmental protection. Crane Removes Derailed Train Carrying Fertilizers from Marys River Corvallis: Over the weekend, a crane was used to remove a train that had derailed and ended up in the Marys River. This happened after a trestle collapsed…
Eugene is inviting proposals for affordable housing projects to secure funding in 2025 Eugene Seeks Affordable Housing Project Ideas for 2025 Funding Eugene: The city is gearing up to support local housing projects with a nice chunk of change—$709,879 for 2025. They’re now accepting applications for the Affordable Housing Trust Fund (AHTF). Since its launch…
Discoverer highlights Crater Lake and the Space Needle as must-visit spots Two Pacific Northwest Landmarks Make Top 25 US Destinations List Oregon: The U.S. is packed with amazing landmarks, and two of them are in the Pacific Northwest. According to Discoverer, Crater Lake and the Space Needle are must-see spots. Crater Lake, located in southern…
A USPS mail carrier spotted two suspects stealing packages, leading to their arrest in Washington County USPS Driver Helps Catch Alleged Package Thieves, Two Arrested PORTLAND: So, here’s the scoop. In Washington County, two guys got nabbed for stealing mail and packages, thanks to a sharp-eyed USPS mail carrier. This mail carrier was just doing…
The Greater Idaho movement seeks Trump’s backing to shift eastern Oregon counties into Idaho, aiming for a political and cultural alignment. Could Trump’s Support Change the Game for the Greater Idaho Movement’s Ambitious Plans? La Grande: The Greater Idaho movement is pushing for some eastern Oregon counties to join Idaho. They believe Idaho aligns better…
