Willamette Valley News, Friday 8/21 – Formal Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Renovations at the...
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Moderate heat risk expected across Willamette Valley today
We are expecting moderate heat risk across portions of the Willamette Valley and Columbia Gorge today, especially for those sensitive to heat without adequate cooling or hydration. Overnight lows in the low to mid-60s will offer limited relief from the heat for the Willamette Valley. An upper-level system over the...
County’s Developmental Disabilities program marks 55 Years, prepares for leadership change
Benton County’s Developmental Diversity program will celebrate its 55th anniversary with a free community event on Tuesday, county officials announced. The Aug. 25 gathering will run from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave., and will include light refreshments, cake, activities and an oppo
Bricks & Minifigs settles lawsuit over viral Lego ‘Star Wars’ collection missing in Keizer
KEIZER, Ore. (KATU) — A legal battle over a $200,000 Lego Star Wars collection on consignment in Keizer, which eventually drew national attention, is now over. It began as an alleged business arrangement between Bryan Mansell, the owner of a LEGO collection, and Chrystal Law, the former franchise owner of the Keizer Br
Aug. 21 public safety round-up for the Newberg and Dundee areas
– Antonio Ramos Hernandez, 50, of Newberg, was arrested on a warrant from Yamhill County Circuit Court for failing to appear to face charges of DUII and harassment. No bail was set and the case remains open. – Nicholas Ryan Roth, 39, of Newberg, was arrested for punitive contempt of...
Fiesta Mexicana returns to Woodburn’s Legion Park
Fiesta Mexicana is scheduled to take place at Legion Park in Woodburn from August 21 through August 23, featuring authentic food, artisans, and live entertainment.
A senior center shuttle driver driven to make a difference
(SHERWOOD) — You could say Thomas Crews has spent the entirety of his adult life in service to others and not be far off the mark. Twenty years as a military policeman in the U.S. Army, 22 years delivering the mail as a postman and for the past five years, the 66-year-old has been a volunteer at the Marjorie Stewart Se
Oregon Humane adoption special helps dozens of cats rescued from neglect case find homes
Dozens of cats rescued from a Southern Oregon animal neglect case are ready to find new homes, and Oregon Humane is launching a special adoption promotion to help make that happen. In June, Central Point Police asked Oregon Humane to help with the rescue and transport of nearly 80 animals...
Lacomb field fire stopped fast by neighbors before crews arrive
LACOMB, Ore. - Firefighters responded to a natural cover fire on Baptist Church Drive on Friday morning, Aug. 21, according to the Lebanon Fire District. Fire crews responded to a 911 call that came in at about 11:46 a.m. on Aug. 20. The property owner and neighbors had already put out the fire by the time the Battalio
Historic Roth’s grocery store in Salem to close
One of the first locations in a beloved local grocery store chain is closing in Salem. Employees at the Lancaster Roth’s Fresh Market shared the news with customers on Aug. 21, the day after they said they were told by management. Signs posted in the front windows and throughout the store hinted at its demise, includin
