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MCMINNVILLE, Ore. — Small business owners in McMinnville say they're doing everything they can to avoid passing on extra costs to their customers, but they're questioning when and if they'll ever see relief from federal tariff rebates reportedly on the way. The Velvet Monkey tea shop says they've seen...

Sometimes the universe has a wicked sense of humor, and nowhere is that more apparent than when you find yourself pulling into a gas station for fuel and leaving with the best latte you’ve had in years. Welcome to Silverton Coffee Station in Silverton, Oregon, where your expectations about...

A new voice has entered the realm in Woodburn, a voice that is rooted in purpose and community alignment. Shawn Sullivan’s two Oregon-based podcast platforms, “Sullivan’s Unheard Voices” and ‘Sullivan’s Backstage Pass,” are focused on amplifying diverse voices and stories. And they have officially moved to Woodburn.

A total team effort - pitching, fielding, hitting, and baserunning - propelled Oregon State past Hawai'i on Saturday.

You know that feeling when your wallet is looking a little thin but your closet is looking even thinner?. Woodburn Premium Outlets in Woodburn, Oregon, is about to become your new favorite place to stretch a dollar so far it practically does yoga. Listen, there’s something deeply satisfying about finding...

Periwinkle's family is still wondering how she managed to travel dozens of miles on her own. "Honestly, your guess is as good as mine," said Tanna Trueblood, the daughter of Periwinkle's owner. The roughly 4-year-old cat, who is well-known in her neighborhood as an indoor-outdoor feline, disappeared from her West...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — The saying goes, “April showers bring May flowers,” and we’ve had plenty of April showers this month. Portland has seen a surplus of rainfall for both the month and the water year. While the snowpack has been lackluster, rainfall has been above average in the Willamette Valley. As of this morning, Portland is nearly 2.5 inches above average for the water...

TURNER, Ore. — The community is invited to honor Roger Tofte, the creator of the Enchanted Forest theme park who passed away at 96 years old in February. The park said that a celebration of life is planned for Tuesday, May 12, at 6 p.m. at The Pavilion at the Oregon State Fairgrounds. More information can be found on the Facebook event page.

The Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division (Oregon OSHA) and Oregon Labor Federation, AFL-CIO invite the public to attend the Workers Memorial Day observance on Tuesday, April 28, in Salem. The ceremony will recognize, remember, and honor those who died of work-related injuries and illnesses in 2025. The event will...

CORVALLIS, Ore. — A Benton County man has been sentenced to prison following his fourth conviction for Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants (DUII) within the past decade, underscoring ongoing concerns about repeat impaired driving offenses in the region. Micky Michael was sentenced to 19 months in prison by...