Oregon Chasing Semiconductor Business
Oregon is aggressively working to bring home a portion of the $52 billion for semiconductor manufacturing and research made available under the federal CHIPS and Science Act. Governor Tina Kotek on Monday, announced a new, $1 million grant program to help small and mid-sized Oregon businesses prepare competitive applications for the once-in-a-generation infusion of federal […]
Read MoreFema Funding
The Port of Brookings Harbor and the Oregon Department of Forestry will be receiving $5,417,255 from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency for disaster recovery efforts through its Public Assistance Program.According to Senator Merkley, Oregon’s devastating winter storms and wildfire season take a heavy toll on many communities across the state, […]
Read MoreState to Honor Fallen Officers
The state of Oregon will honor fallen law enforcement officers in a special ceremony set for May 2nd. The Oregon Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony is a significant event that the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training says they are proud to host each year in partnership with the Oregon Law Enforcement Memorial Fund, Oregon […]
Read MoreDrought Emergency
Governor Tina Kotek has… through an executive order… declared a drought emergency in Crook and Jefferson counties, the first drought declaration of the year so far. The order directs state agencies to coordinate and prioritize assistance to the region. The move unlocks a number of drought-related emergency tools, including assistance to local water users. Drought […]
Read MoreMove Afoot to Limit Injury Suits
The Oregon recreation industry making a big push for a bill that would limit injury lawsuits, such as suits by those injured while using ski resorts, gyms, on rafting trips or in community marathons. Senate Bill 754 would overturn an Oregon Supreme Court ruling in the case of a 2006 accident at the Mt. Bachelor […]
Read MoreFatal Crash
A single vehicle crash Monday evening just after 7:30, claimed the life of a Baker City man. Oregon State Police say it happened on Hwy 7, near milepost 44.5, in Baker County. Police say 50 year old Jason Dexter was driving a pickup truck, when it left the road, hit a rock wall, and then […]
Read MoreFish Free This Weekend
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is making a move to allow fishing to be a big part of your three-day Presidents Weekend plans. Everyone can fish, clam, and crab for free in Oregon this Saturday and Sunday, February 18th and 19th. No license is required those two days, and the offer is good […]
Read MoreBaker Teachers Salary Agreement Accepted
The members of the Baker Education Association have voted to accept a revised educator salary schedule that was ratified by the Baker School District Board during a public meeting that was held on Tuesday. It represents a shift from the traditional schedule that has been in place all across Oregon, with a new 4-tier professional […]
Read MoreUnion County Wolf Removed
According to the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, another livestock depredation has been confirmed in Union County on private land. They say it resulted in two dead cows, and one injured cow. The loss has been attributed to new wolves in the Cathrine Creek Wildlife Management Unit. A lethal removal permit was issued, and […]
Read MoreTraffic Stop Leads to Drug Bust
What began as a traffic stop in Jefferson County for speeding, turned into a major drug bust. An Oregon State Police Trooper stopped a vehicle on Highway 97, noticed signs of criminal activity, and then searched the vehicle. During that search, the Trooper found more than 7 pounds of Methamphetamine. The occupants of the vehicle, […]
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