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Oregon Democrats' transportation bill faces stiff opposition
The Bond Buyer - New York
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June 23, 2025
Oregon Democrats' transportation bill would increase funding for road and bridge repair projects by raising more than a dozen taxes and fees.Oregon DOT A controversial Oregon state transportation bill, which would result in tax and fee increases...
Oregon AD Mullens receives raise, contract extension through 2033
Statesman Journal - Oregon
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University of Oregon Athletic Director Rob Mullens received a contract extension through 2033 and a raise to $1.15 million with annual increases. UO President Karl Scholz praised Mullens' leadership, particularly in navigating the university's...
What Fireworks Are Legal in Oregon? Fire Marshal Shares July 4th Safety Tips
KTVZ - Oregon
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June 23, 2025
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Fireworks sales officially kicked off across Oregon on Monday, and state fire officials are reminding residents to celebrate the Fourth of July both legally and safely. The 2025 fireworks retail season runs from June 23...
University of Oregon board of trustees approves contract extension for Rob Mullens
OregonLive.com
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June 23, 2025
EUGENE — The three-year contract extension for Oregon athletic director Rob Mullens was approved by the university’s board of trustees. The board unanimously approved, with one abstention, the amended contract through 2033 during a virtual meeting...
Stang honored by Wisconsin Association for Environmental Education
The Oregon Observer - Wisconsin
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Oregon High School senior Hadley Stang was named the Wisconsin Association for Environmental Education 2025 Student of the Year for her exceptional work in her local community and beyond. The award is presented for outstanding student involvement...
See the most extreme temperatures in Oregon history
KMVU FOX26 - Oregon
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On July 9, 2021, California's Death Valley reached 130 degrees Fahrenheit, according to an automated measuring system there, representing one of the highest temperatures ever recorded on the planet. The world record, also recorded at Death Valley,...
Inside The Rise Of Portland, Oregon’s Luxury Beauty And Wellness Scene
Forbes
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indoor pool relaxation area at Portland, Oregon's CASCADA Thermal Springs + Hotel in the Alberta Arts District Photo courtesy of CASCADA Thermal Springs + Hotel Is Portland, Oregon on its way to becoming a hub for luxury on the west coast? Well,...
MN raises a glass to a powerful and sustainable grain
Public News Service
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From poultry to beer, Minnesota has an avid interest in producing food with ingredients and practices mindful of the state's water resources and the latest recipients of specialized grants are taking charge. The grants were awarded by the...
Oregon Tesla sales are down 17% this year
OregonLive.com
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June 22, 2025
Oregon car buyers appear to be tuning out Tesla. New Tesla registrations fell 17% through the first five months of the year compared to the same period in 2024, according to data from the Oregon Department of Transportation. Teslas accounted for...
Upper Applegate Fire in Southwest Oregon now 55% contained
ODF Wildfire News - Oregon
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June 22, 2025
RUCH, Ore. – Firefighters working on the Upper Applegate Fire continue to make steady strides across the incident, pushing forward progress in mop-up operations and bringing the overall incident up to 55% contained. The fire, located along the...
Oregon Democrats vote to prevent Trump from deploying Oregon National Guard, as he did in California
The Daily Chronicle - Washington State
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Aimee Green, Sami Edge / oregonlive.com (TNS) Oregon Democrats and one Republican in the House voted Friday to draw a “line in the sand” to try to prevent President Donald Trump — or any of his successors — from ordering the Oregon National Guard...
Oregon man recounts bloody encounter between dog, mountain goat at campsite
The Daily Chronicle - Washington State
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Maddie Khaw / oregonlive.com (TNS) Winston Morton boats the Grande Ronde River every year with friends and family, camping on the riverbank along the way. When he recently set out for the 40-mile float, he didn’t expect to be rushing to the...
Oregon Dems vote to prevent Trump from deploying state’s National Guard, as he did in California
Stars and Stripes - Washington D.C
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Soldiers and Marines provide protection to federal facilities in the Los Angeles area on June 14, 2025, during protests against an immigration crackdown throughout the city. (Chase Murray/U.S. Army) (Tribune News Service) — Oregon Democrats and...
House passes bill increasing hotel tax to pay for Orewgon wildlife programs
Statesman Journal - Oregon
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A bill to increase the transient lodging tax by 1.25% to fund wildlife programs passed the Oregon House 36-15 on June 20. House Bill 2977 would raise $7 million in 2026 and $41 million in 2027, with an average of $39 million per year thereafter,...
10 reasons to visit an Oregon museum this summer
OregonLive.com
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June 22, 2025
The forecast for this summer is a hot one. If you’re looking to get out of the house without breaking a sweat, why not try a museum visit? Here are 10 reasons to visit an Oregon museum this summer. “Monet’s Floating Worlds at Giverny: Portland’s...
Oregon Dems vote to prevent Trump from deploying Oregon National Guard, as he did in California
OregonLive.com
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June 21, 2025
Oregon Democrats and one Republican in the House voted Friday to draw a “line in the sand” to try to prevent President Donald Trump — or any of his successors — from ordering the Oregon National Guard to act as law enforcement. Supporters of the...
Dan Lanning’s Oregon Braces for Tough Blow as 5-Star Ryder Lyons’ Inclination Nearly Confirmed
Essentially Sports
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June 21, 2025
“It sounds like he’s gonna make an announcement on Tuesday.” 5-star Ryder Lyons’ recruitment has evolved into a showcase of modern college football’s shifting landscape. Over the past few months, Lyons has visited six powerhouse programs—Michigan,...
Oregon House passes bill limiting federal deployment of the Oregon National Guard
KVAL - Oregon
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SALEM, Ore. (KATU) — The Oregon House of Representatives passed a bill on Friday that limits the circumstances under which the Oregon National Guard can be deployed into federal active duty. The bill was introduced after the Trump administration...
Oregon House votes to protect Oregon National Guard from being deployed by president
Salem Reporter - Oregon
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June 20, 2025
House Democrats voted Friday to protect the Oregon National Guard from being used as law enforcement or deployed by the federal government without consent of the governor, as legal arguments over President Donald Trump’s ability to do that with...
Oregon House votes to protect Oregon National Guard from being deployed by Trump, future presidents
Jefferson Public Radio - Oregon
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June 20, 2025
House Democrats voted Friday to protect the Oregon National Guard from being used as law enforcement or deployed by the federal government without consent of the governor, as legal arguments over President Donald Trump’s ability to do that with...