Instant analysis: Bears best Beavers with offensive brigade
What started out as a three-and-out drive to open the game for Cal’s offense turned into an explosive touchdown drive to silence the loud crowd at Reser Stadium. Oregon State helped the Bears with a crucial illegal substitution penalty that gave Cal the ball back after a punt, and true freshman quarterback...
Small businesses, private nonprofits offered financial relief from drought
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans to small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in Oregon to offset economic losses caused by drought beginning June 17. The declaration covers the Oregon counties of Benton, Clackamas,...
The Cooldown Continues for Sunday’s Forecast
The return of cooler air in the forecast for the start of the Holiday Weekend continues throughout the region today as afternoon highs could slip by an additional degree or two to round out the weekend. All this in spite of clearer skies and more widespread sunshine around Southwest Oregon, but the next big spike in...
The Mystery of Coho Salmon in the McKenzie River
You are most likely familiar with current reports of Coho salmon in our cherished McKenzie. Usually, we think about the McKenzie as a sanctuary for Spring Chinook salmon and undoubtedly this run is secured under the threatened types act. So, what are Coho doing trespassing on Chinook waters? ( spoiler alert, we do...
Report says Silverton Hospital at risk of closure due to years of financial losses
Legacy Silverton Medical Center has been identified in a national report to members of Congress as being at risk of closure because of significant financial losses. The hospital has lost more than $53 million since 2015, according to data reported to the Oregon Health Authority. The last year it earned a profit was...
Marion County, OR – Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest, Meth Seizure and Firearm Recovery
Salem, OR – A Friday night traffic stop in Marion County allegedly uncovered a firearm and a large quantity of methamphetamine, authorities said. According to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, a deputy conducted the stop around 9 p.m. near 100 Lancaster Dr. NE in Salem. The driver, identified as 40-year-old Anthony...
Cal freshman QB Sagapolutele impresses with 3 TDs in debut win over Oregon State
Cal fans would be wise to remind themselves that it was only one game. Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele completed 20 of 30 passes for 234 yards and three touchdowns as the Bears beat Oregon State 34-15.
Willamette Valley News, Friday 8/29 – Tips for Labor Day Weekend, Weather and Wildfire...
The latest news stories and stories of interest in the Willamette Valley from the digital home of Southern Oregon, from Wynne Broadcasting’s WillametteValleyMagazine.com. Wildfires continue to produce smoke in the Pacific Northwest. Breathe a little easier by keeping up to date on air quality conditions and concerns...
Housing commission calls on council to rescind funding for SPARK Newberg
Affordable Housing Commission says council failed to apply the criteria it had asked the body to create. A decision by the city council to award a nearly $743,000 grant to SPARK Newberg has drawn the ire of the committee charged with recommending how the city utilizes funds from its defunct construction excise tax.
Corvallis Public Library invites community for review of Dr. Fauci’s memoir
It’s been over five years since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, but for many, the memories are still fresh. During the pandemic, Dr. Anthony Fauci became a household name across the country, with many Americans viewing the longtime director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases at the...