Statewide wildfire emergency declared: Gov. Tina Kotek declared a state of emergency to mobilize state and National Guard resources as extreme heat fuels nearly 60 active wildfires — learn what it means for communities.
Oregon’s smoky air alert: Wildfire smoke from the Cram Fire near Madras and other blazes has driven AQI readings above 150 in Central Oregon and over 170 in the south, prompting DEQ and local health advisories — learn what measures experts recommend.
Intel’s Oregon exodus: Intel’s workforce in Oregon has plunged to its lowest point in more than a decade after at least 5,400 job cuts since last August, raising concerns it could shift from boon to burden for the state — find out what’s at stake.
40th Oregon Asian Celebration: Returns July 19 to Eugene’s Alton Baker Park with free Balinese dance, Japanese Taiko drumming, Thai cuisine and more — find out what’s in store.
Wildlife crossings grant funding: The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is accepting letters of interest for its Conservation and Recreation Fund to build bridges, culverts and tunnels that help animals cross highways safely, with submissions due by Sept. 19 — find out if your project qualifies.
World’s Largest Dark Sky Sanctuary: In March 2024, Southeast Oregon’s 2.4-million-acre Outback earned the world’s biggest dark sky designation, inviting stargazers to camp under the Milky Way, join guided tours from Bend to Fort Rock, or stay in Paisley and Lakeview motels — check out how to plan your trip.
Other Oregon headlines this week
- Conservationists sue to protect Oregon Coast voles
- ‘Wind phone’ at Oregon cemetery eases grief
- Oregon’s first sangria bar expands to Newberg
- Senate vote imperils Southern Oregon public media
- State Rep. Jami Cate launches Senate campaign
- Officials exempt two inner tubes from permit
- Federal funding freeze imperils Oregon youth programs
- Liability insurance crisis threatens Oregon ski areas
