Eugene 4J budget gap could be $10M to $20M larger than anticipated
Eugene 4J School District leaders say they may need to cut an additional $10 million to $20 million from next year’s budget in order to close a far larger than anticipated shortfall. The 4J School Board already authorized Superintendent Miriam Mickelson to eliminate up to 269 jobs and scale...
Health Officials Warn Of Measles Exposure At Two Salem Locations
Health officials in Oregon Health Authority and Marion County Public Health are alerting residents about potential measles exposure at two locations in Salem and urging anyone who may have been exposed to contact a health care provider. According to officials, exposure may have occurred at the following sites:. The...
Salem warns public to avoid Pringle Creek after raw sewage leak
The city of Salem is warning residents to avoid contact with a portion of Pringle Creek after it was contaminated with untreated sewage. About 165 gallons of sewage spilled into the creek from a leak in a 42-inch sewer pipe that runs horizontally under a bridge in the 600 block of Church Street SE, city officials...
Western Oregon University removes Cesar Chavez name from student conference
Western Oregon University is the latest institution in the state taking steps to rid itself of any association with the deceased labor leader Cesar Chavez. University officials announced Thursday that it will remove his name from the institution’s student leadership conference. The conference is an annual springtime...
Trio Earns Year-End Big Ten Awards
EUGENE, Ore. – The Oregon track and field team collected a handful of year-end Big Ten accolades Wednesday afternoon as announced by the league office. Wilma Nielsen was named the Big Ten Indoor Track Athlete of the Year while Liisa-Maria Lusti and Ben Smith swept the Freshman of the Year awards.
🏥 Multiple Healthcare Jobs in Marion County, OR – Up to $13K/Month
Healthcare hiring is strong across Marion County right now, with openings from hospitals to home care. Whether you’re a nurse, medical assistant, or caregiver, there’s a role here that fits your skills and schedule.
National group will erect a memorial to Revolutionary War at Newberg park
On July 4, the United States will celebrate 250 years of freedom from tyranny. It will be recognized in myriad ways across the nation, including by a local group directly descended from the men who fought for this nation’s independence. The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution are...
2 measles exposure locations identified in Salem medical offices
SALEM, Ore. (KATU) — Health officials have identified two new measles exposure locations in Oregon, and they are in Salem. The Oregon Health Authority says people may have been exposed at Salem Health’s emergency department waiting room on March 16 between 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Another possible...
March 20 public safety round-up for Newberg and Dundee
– Emilio Ernesto Caballero, 28, of Newberg, was arrested on a hold from Newberg Municipal Court. Bail was set at $10,000 and the case is on hold. – Christian Charles Odenthal, 56, of Newberg, was arrested for fourth-degree assault and strangulation. No bail was set and the case remains open.
Oregon State lands commitment from ATH Jackson Batch
The first commitment for Oregon State’s 2027 recruiting class is in. On Wednesday night, Cesar Chavez (Stockton, CA) athlete Jackson Batch announced his decision to be a Beaver. He’ll be a wide receiver for the Beavers. “First and foremost, I want to thank God for blessing me with this opportunity and guiding me...
