Woodburn teacher union says strike not inevitable as bargaining moves toward mediation
The Woodburn School District and the Woodburn teachers union is set to enter mediation as contract negotiations approach the one-year mark. Mediation between the district and the Woodburn Education Association, which represents roughly 350 licensed K-12 educators, will begin March 31. This move comes amid...
Sinkhole Stuns White Rock Lake As Popular Trail Stretch Suddenly Shuts Down
A pesky sinkhole has sidelined part of Dallas’ favorite lakeside workout loop, forcing city crews to shut down a key stretch of the White Rock Lake trail yesterday and sending weekend runners and cyclists scrambling for detours. City of Dallas crews closed the paved trail along the south shore...
Frankie Ballard to open 2026 Linn County Fair acts
ALBANY, Ore. — Two of three Main Stage acts for the 2026 Linn County Fair have been announced by the Linn County Fair Board. Frankie Ballard will open the fair with headline entertainment on Thursday, July 16, and The Band Perry will close out the fair on Saturday, July 18.
Corvallis pipeline project overnight work aims to reduce traffic woes
CORVALLIS, Ore. - The final stage of a significant water pipeline replacement under the Marys River was expected to begin this week, according to Corvallis city officials. According to Corvallis Public Works, this phase will upgrade an old 20-inch pipeline to a 36-inch one beneath 3rd Street, just south of the river....
Sherwood’s Avery Johnson headlines Pacific Conference boys all-leaguers
Below is the list of Pacific Conference boys all-leaguers for 2025-26.
Oregon Weather Alert: Eugene Rain Arrives Sunday Afternoon Before Rain-Snow Mix Monday Night
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Oregon – Cool, damp air settles across the southern Willamette Valley this morning as low clouds drift over Eugene. Streetlights glow faintly through patches of fog while the first hints of sunshine begin...
Oregon bipartisan duo push for compensating committee aide wrongfully accused of misconduct
It’s unclear if the measure has the time or support to pass in Salem by the end of this year’s short legislative session. The decades-long plight of a Black legislative employee wrongfully accused of financial impropriety during his time battling the influence of oil companies in Salem has lit a flame under an...
Silverton Police Respond to Fatal Collision Involving Pedestrians
SILVERTON, Ore. — At approximately 6:50 PM on Thursday, March 05, 2026, Silverton Police Department officers responded to a reported motor vehicle accident at the Silver Place Apartments. Initial reports indicated a vehicle had struck pedestrians. The Marion County Crash Team responded to the scene to assist with the...
Controversial Marion County farmland waste pit appeals shut-down order
Owners of a controversial waste dumping pit on farmland in Aurora are appealing Marion County’s rejection last month of their application to restart operations. Greg Wing, of Hubbard-based All-Ways Excavating, built and operated the pit, beginning in the fall of 2023, charging $300 per load to accept waste from...
From Hostess Cupcakes to $12 muffins
Saturday mornings in Corvallis are lowkey magical. Fresh fruit, baked goods, and vintage vibes line the streets while students and locals mix, chat, and vibe. The farmers market is basically a mini escape from adulting, complete with cute finds and good energy. A lively collection of individuals wander through the...
