Benton County residents recover from widespread flooding after Thursday’s severe storm
BENTON COUNTY, Ore. — Residents in Benton County are recovering Friday night after strong winds and heavy rain swept through the area Thursday. Emergency management says some areas are seeing flooding in places that don't usually go under water. Residents saw fallen trees, knocked down power lines, blocked roads...
Salem Creeks Recede as City Lifts Evacuation Alert
Salem, Ore.— After a day of high water, water levels on Salem area creeks are receding. The Level 1 – BE READY alert has been lifted. Sandbag filling stations remain open and stocked. Beginning tonight and into tomorrow, City staff will be shifting attention to water levels on...
A question leads to Santa lights being on
Because of a reader’s question, one missing lighted element of the downtown Albany Christmas scenery now is back on full display. This was the email that came Wednesday from the reader, Lindsey Hall: “The downtown Christmas light Santa, usually visible when crossing the Ellsworth bridge, is notably missing this year....
Man drowns after car is swept away by floodwaters in Oregon
A man drove his car into high waters when the vehicle was swept away in the current and brought to a flooded area.
18-year-old arrested after fatal Woodburn crash
An 18-year-old is in custody after a fatal crash in Woodburn, officials said.
Benton County preps for unpredictable weather
BENTON COUNTY, ORE. - Rising water levels in Philomath are causing concern as local authorities urge residents to stay prepared. The Benton County Sheriff's Office has highlighted the risk of flooding, particularly around Fern Road and Chapel Drive, where water levels are already reaching concerning heights. Multiple...
Chehalem Cultural Center will celebrate the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s 1967 speech ‘The...
Plans for the Chehalem Cultural Center’s annual tribute to the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. are shaping up as the event approaches. Headlined “The Other America,” the program is set for 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, in the ballroom of the cultural center at 415 E. Sheridan St. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
Polk County, OR – Traffic Alert: Airlie Road Shut Down Due to Flooding; Officials...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Polk County, OR – Drivers in Polk County are being urged to use caution this morning after high water forced the closure of a rural roadway west of Dallas, impacting local travel and commuter routes....
A story of Inclusion – Judson Middle School
At Judson Middle School, inclusion is more than a belief. It is a student-led effort to ensure every student feels welcomed and connected. For many middle schoolers, lunchtime can be a challenging moment of the day. The simple act of choosing where to sit can feel intimidating or isolating. Recognizing this, Judson’s...
Willamina, OR – Community Alert: 102K-Gallon Sewer Overflow in Willamina
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Willamina, OR – Heavy overnight rain triggered a major sewer overflow in Willamina late Thursday night, spilling more than 102,000 gallons of wastewater into Willamina Creek, according to city officials....
