(OTIS, OR) – Sitka Resident Talks are an opportunity for the community to learn about the artists and scientists working in residence at the Sitka Center for Art and Ecology through brief…
Category: Press Release
OREGON DEPT. OF TRANSPORTATION/ODOT: Road conditions remain challenging statewide
OIOpublisher Jan. 14, 2024 – Freezing temperatures span across much of the northern part of Oregon, making road conditions challenging. In the Portland Metro area, ice and strong winds are toppling trees…
Bay City Appoints Liane Welch Mayor January 9th
On January 9, 2024, the City Council of Bay City unanimously appointed Liane Welch to fill the position of Mayor until the end of the term, i.e. December 31, 2024. The position…
OREGON DEPT. OF TRANSPORTATION (ODOT): Severe winter weather continues to impact travel across Oregon through weekend
ODOT crews have been busy on Oregon mountain passes, such as Santiam Pass pictured above, but conditions this weekend may overwhelm our ability to keep all highways open. Severe winter weather Friday and Saturday will sweep…
Hampton Lumber Announces Closure of Sawmill in Banks
(Portland, OR, January 9, 2024) – Hampton Lumber today announced the indefinite closure of its sawmill in Banks, Oregon, where operations have been curtailed since October. “We are well aware of the…
Oregon State Police Fish and Wildlife Seeking Public Assistance in Waste of Bull Elk
Bull elk left to waste in Lincoln County (LINCOLN COUNTY, Ore. 10 Jan. 2024) – Oregon State Police Fish and Wildlife Division is seeking public assistance in locating the person(s) responsible for the take…
Green Sea Turtle Passes After Stranding on Manzanita Beach
(Newport, Ore.) — Despite dedicated efforts from the Oregon Coast Aquarium (OCAq) and supporting partners, an endangered green sea turtle passed away after stranding on Oregon’s shores. On Jan. 6 Seaside Aquarium…
Two Nestucca Valley School Buses Collide on Hwy. 101 Yesterday Jan. 8, Dozen Minor Injuries; NVSC Superintendent Statement
At 3:15 pm yesterday afternoon, January 8, 2024, Nestucca Fire District responded to a report of a 2 school bus accident on Highway 101 South and the intersection of Bridge Street. First…
U.S. Coast Guard urges preparedness for hazardous maritime conditions
SEATTLE – The U.S. Coast Guard is actively monitoring and preparing for the impact of hazardous maritime conditions in Washington and Oregon waters. Strong winds through the coastal waters and high surf…
Green Sea Turtle Recovered on Manzanita Beach by Seaside Aquarium Staff Saturday Jan. 6, Transported to Oregon Coast Aquarium
Photos by Tiffany Boothe, Seaside Aquarium Seaside Aquarium was alerted of a live sea turtle on Manzanita Beach on Saturday morning January 6, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. Staff was able to get…