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State Schools Face Funding Crisis: Overhaul Needed Now!
Our state’s current school funding formula is demonstrably failing to provide equitable resources for students across the commonwealth, necessitating an…
Oregon Schools Face Chronic Absenteeism Crisis
Oregon’s education system is grappling with a significant surge in student absenteeism, a trend that threatens academic progress and long-term…
Oregon Couple’s Sketches Expose Healthcare Secrets
An Oregon couple has leveraged the power of social media and their artistic talents to shed light on the often-opaque…
Oregon Kayaking Permit: Activists Fight New Rule
Oregon’s new permit requirement for kayakers is facing significant backlash, with environmental activists and recreational users pushing for its immediate…
Oregon Geologist Rides 40 Million Years of History on River Float
A geologist’s recent float trip down Oregon’s John Day River has offered an unparalleled, firsthand journey through 40 million years…
Around The Globe
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Global Tensions Flare: Ceasefire Strains, Iran Strikes, Record Travel
Australia’s Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong has voiced significant concern over the escalating situation in the Middle East, stating that…
US Strikes Iran, Oil Curbs Ignite Ceasefire Tensions
The United States has significantly escalated tensions with Iran by launching strikes on more than 80 sites within the country…
US Strikes Iran: Second Day of Escalation
The United States has launched a second consecutive day of military strikes targeting multiple locations within Iran, escalating regional tensions.…
US Economy Shows Surprising Resilience in Q2 2026
The United States economy demonstrated unexpected strength in the second quarter of 2026, defying earlier predictions of a slowdown. Key…
Life & Leisure
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Seaside Aquarium’s Beach Discovery Returns for 31st Season
Seaside Aquarium’s Beach Discovery Program Launches 31st Summer Season This article delves into the return of the Seaside Aquarium’s long-standing…
Oregon Council Unveils Economic Revitalization Plan
Oregon’s economic future is the focus of a new, comprehensive plan released by The Oregon Prosperity Council. The ambitious proposal…
Medford’s New Federal Courthouse Construction Accelerates
Construction is rapidly progressing on the new federal courthouse in Medford, signaling a significant step forward for the city’s judicial…
Savor Southern Oregon Shatters Records!
Southern Oregon’s premier culinary festival, Savor Southern Oregon, drew an unprecedented nearly 1,000 attendees to Jacksonville, showcasing the region’s vibrant…
Bar & Bistro
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Portland Food Scene Buzz: New Bars, Anniversaries, and Closures
Several new establishments and events are making waves in Portland’s food and drink scene, signaling a period of both innovation…
Solstice Dinners Ignite Summer at Put a Cork In It
The much-anticipated Summer Solstice Popup Dinner Series is set to dazzle diners at Put a Cork In It, kicking off…
Portland Food Scene Booms: New Eateries & Bars Launch
New Culinary Adventures Emerge Portland’s reputation as a food lover’s paradise continues to grow with the impending arrival of several…
Rogue Chocolate Unveils Dazzling Frozen Banana Bar in Salem
Salem’s culinary scene just got a whole lot sweeter with the grand opening of Rogue Chocolate’s highly anticipated frozen banana…
Brewed & Baked
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Costco & Deschutes Pull Plug on Kirkland Helles
Kirkland Signature Helles Lager Meets Its End Deschutes Brewery’s CEO Peter Skrbek announced on July 1, 2026, that the popular…
Cannabis Robber Pleads Guilty
Russell Ian Boggess, 43, has entered a guilty plea for his role in the July 23, 2024, armed robbery of…
Oregon Merges Pot & Shroom Regulators, Eyes Fee Hikes
Oregon’s psilocybin program is facing substantial financial difficulties, prompting the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) to propose significant fee increases for…
Vape-Jet Lands in Pittsburgh: Cannabis Tech Hub Grows
Cannabis automation leader Vape-Jet has officially relocated its headquarters to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, a move signaling the city’s growing importance as…
