Farewell, Orange Julius, You Sweet 42-Year-Old Summer Child
The Lloyd Center Dairy Queen-Orange Julius combo, likely the second-oldest tenant in the mall at 42 years old, is closing. The final day of service is Sunday, June 29. The closing marks the last location for the Dairy Queen-owned destination for the eponymous frigid drink and DQ Dilly Bars. According to the...
Oregon man wanted for attempted murder arrested while walking to work
SHERWOOD, Ore. — A man who was wanted on an attempted murder charge out of Portland was arrested last week while he was walking to work in Sherwood, police officials said. The Sherwood Police Department said its officers were asked to help the Portland Police Bureau find a man who had a felony warrant for attempted...
Op-Ed: Questions Remain After CET Funds Awarded to Ineligible Project
The Newberg City Council recently discussed awarding the $1 million generated through the Construction Excise Tax (CET) at the June 16 city council meeting. This 1% tax on new residential and commercial construction was implemented in Newberg in 2020. CET was adopted to fund affordable housing projects like...
St. Paul Rodeo spreads the wealth
Proceeds from the annual Fourth of July rite support everything from the local fire district to parochial and public schools. It is doubtful that the tens of thousands of fans that witness the St. Paul Rodeo every year know that while they are enjoying the top Fourth of July rodeo in the land, they are also...
Live Update on Oregon Reservoirs: Join the USACE Webinar
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is hosting a virtual session on the Willamette Valley dams and summer water forecasts amidst reduced precipitation, emphasizing reservoir management and community needs. Oregon — Official Release: Responding to less-than-expected precipitation, the Portland District, U.S. Army Corps...
Stoller Family Estate Dundee Hills Pinot Noir Review
Classic Dundee Hills Pinot Noir, today we review the Stoller Family Estate Dundee Hills Pinot Noir as a Saturday Splurge selection. 100% Pinot Noir from the winery's estate vineyard in Dundee Hills, Willamette Valley, Oregon. The wine was aged for 10 months in 17% new French oak barrels. Sample submitted...
ICE detains Iranian man on his way to gym in Oregon
An Iranian citizen living in Yamhill County was driving to the gym Tuesday morning when U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers stopped and arrested him, according to his lawyer and court records. He was held briefly in Portland before he was transferred to the regional detention center in Tacoma, said...
Races this Week: June 23 – June 30, 2025
June wraps up with a final weekend full of fun runs, fast courses, and a little something for everyone. From the scenic ultra-distances to community favorites there’s no shortage of race-day excitement. If you’re craving something low-key (or a little quirky), mud-filled, or beer / wine-themed, this weekend offer...
Salem-Keizer Public Schools settles suit with special education teacher for $170K
The agreement says Eriksen won't sue the district and SKPD denies the claims laid out in the lawsuit.
Salem teen identified in fatal Portland motorcycle crash
A Salem teen has been identified as the motorcyclist killed in a Thursday, June 12, crash in Portland. Oleg Polishchuk, 18, reportedly crashed his motorcycle into the back of a construction vehicle around 11:30 p.m., going southbound on Interstate 5 at North Killingsworth Street. This marked the 12th fatal crash...
