New microgrid laws enacted: Oregon’s HB 2065 and HB 2066 establish the nation’s first regulatory framework for microgrids, streamlining interconnection, reducing deployment bottlenecks, and boosting energy resilience in transmission-constrained areas — find out how they pave the clean energy path.
State parks in peril: A looming 14% budget shortfall by the 2027 biennium could force layoffs, closures and service cuts, so the OPRD director is exploring premium campsite fees, e-bike rentals, food trucks, corporate sponsorships and dynamic pricing to shore up funding — find out how she plans to keep Oregon’s parks afloat.
New waterway permit rules: Oregon’s House Bill 2982 hikes fees and extends permit requirements to kayaks, SUPs and other small craft starting January 1, 2026 — learn what you need before you launch.
Portland’s trailblazing women pilots: On The Evergreen, discover Hazel Ying Lee and Leah Hing, two of the first Chinese American women aviators who broke barriers in Portland’s tight-knit community and helped define a golden age of flight — find out how they made aviation history.
Monks launch harvest brew: On August 19th, Mt. Angel Abbey’s Benedictine Brewery celebrates its 8th anniversary and a 50-year partnership with Coleman Hops by unleashing Anniversary HAUSTUS, a Belgian Pale Ale brewed from 100% Abbey-grown Simcoe® hops, and kicking off Oregon’s hop harvest — find out more.
Other Oregon headlines this week
- St. Louis therapist expands psilocybin therapy west
- Gov. Kotek signs statewide housing affordability bills
- Nationals draft pick Pike joins Oregon State
- LRV #101 has arrived at Brooks museum
- Community college president’s 1,500-mile run benefits students
- 9th Circuit lets Oregon mom resume adoption
