Oregon Senate leaders on Thursday reached a deal that brought a handful of Republicans back to the floor, ending the longest walkout in state history and clearing the way for the Legislature to pass a budget and start working through hundreds of backlogged bills.
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Open house for 50 year anniversary of firefighting in Gales Creek is Saturday
An open house to commemorate the 50+ years volunteer firefighters have served Gales Creek will be held Saturday at the Gales Creek Fire Station from 1 to 4 p.m.
Fire districts throughout Washington County ban most outdoor burning
Following the start of fire season in ODF lands, the rest of the county has also taken steps to limit most outdoor burning.
Fire season begins in ODF-protected lands in this part of state
Fire season began Wednesday morning in this part of Oregon. Try not to burn the forest down this year.
Federal prosecutors investigating Fagan, La Mota owners
Federal prosecutors are seeking a wide range of records related to former Secretary of State Shemia Fagan and the marijuana moonlighting that cost Fagan her political career.
Rash of deaths in Washington County ‘likely related to fentanyl use’
At least four people are dead in Washington County in the last five days. “Users are warned that there may be a batch of fentanyl circulating the street that is particularly dangerous to use,” the sheriff’s office said.
Washington County highlights women in the military with video series
The Washington County Disability, Aging and Veteran Services (DAVS) partnered with Tualatin Valley Community Television (TVCTV) to produce a four-part video series highlighting the role women play in the armed forces.
Fire season in local region begins June 14
Fire season will begin in the Northwest Oregon Forest Protective Association (NWOFPA) region Wednesday, June 14 at 1 a.m.
Fire season looms: Fire agencies train, urge burn safety
Summer is (more or less) here, and area fire agencies are gearing up for the impending fire season. Find info on burning, fire safety, training, and more inside.
Fire damages Gales Creek garage
A fire damaged a garage in Gales Creek late Friday morning. No humans were hurt, but three baby turkeys perished.
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