Willamette Valley ornament hunt returns for its eighth year
LINN COUNTY, Ore. — Hidden just off Highway 20 in Linn County, the Walton Ranch Interpretive Trail is an easy stop that doesn’t ask much of visitors — and, this time of year, might even give a little something back. The short trail sits along the highway...
The Story of Carmen: a glance into Salem’s homeless problem
On Halloween night in West Salem, account executive and outreach volunteer Jennifer Benavidez joined a small group outside a Dollar General to talk with people living outside. One of the people they met was 30-year-old Carmen Sanchez — six months pregnant, pushing a wagon with her belongings, and sleeping at Wallace...
Atmospheric river moves north of Willamette Valley; gusty winds still a threat
An atmospheric river continues to drench the Pacific Northwest, but the heavy rain has mainly shifted north of the Willamette Valley. A flood watch is effect through Friday for much of Western Washington, including parts of Lewis County and the south Washington Cascades. The National Weather Service said rain will...
Unseasonably warm temperatures in the Willamette Valley Thursday
Cloudy skies early, followed by partial clearing. Near record high temperatures. High around 60F. Winds light and variable.
Residents Invited to Share Input on Plans for Downtown Corvallis Improvements
The City of Corvallis Downtown Vitality Strategy Task Force has started a public survey as of December 10, 2025. The survey aims to collect feedback on proposed actions to improve downtown Corvallis. It is open to business owners, residents, shoppers, diners, nonprofits, and public agency partners. Participants can...
OHA urges whooping cough vaccination as Oregon hits record high cases
Oregon Health Authority officials are urging people to make sure they are up to date on whooping cough vaccinations amid declining rates and an increase in cases. Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, has reached an all-time high number of cases in Oregon. Since the outbreak began in spring 2024 , Oregon has had a...
Woodburn High alum wins gold in international biology research competition
A young Woodburn scientist is gaining attention on an international stage. This October, Woodburn High School alum Cassidy Garibaldo traveled to Paris, France, with 13 of her fellow University of Rochester biology students to present their year-long research project at an international conference. There, Garibaldo...
Yamhill County, OR – Water Alert Today: Sheridan Issues Boil Notice After Line Leak
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Sheridan, OR – Residents in Sheridan are being asked to boil their water today after a water line leak forced the city to temporarily shut off water service along the 200 block of NE Blair Street around...
COCC & OSU-Cascades among recipients of Veteran Resources Grant
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)-- The Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs is awarding $800,000 in grants to strengthen campus Veteran Resource Centers across the state. Among the recipients are Central Oregon Community College and Oregon State University–Cascades. The funding will support new mentoring programs, upgraded...
Flood watch in Benton County: essentials for your safety plan
CORVALLIS, Ore. - A flood watch is in effect for Benton County through Thursday, Dec. 11. According to Benton County officials, residents should prepare for potential flooding and winter weather. Benton County Emergency Management, Public Works, and Community Development urge community members to follow local...
