On July 18-19, 2024, CrowdStrike, a leading cybersecurity firm, experienced a significant outage that disrupted services for thousands of companies worldwide. This incident highlighted the critical dependence of modern businesses on cloud-based…
The Return of Sea Otters to Haystack Rock
The sighting of sea otters at Ecola Point in Cannon Beach, Oregon, has sparked excitement and optimism among conservationists and locals alike. This historic event marks the first confirmed presence of sea…
Tide Gate & Tidal Wetland Monitoring – A New Resource for Estuary Practitioners
This April, estuary practitioners received a significant boost with the publication of the “Tide Gate & Tidal Wetland Monitoring: Guidance and Protocols for Estuary Practitioners” handbook. Funded by the Oregon Watershed Enhancement…
Kittens of the Week: Tobi, Murphy & Chip
These three kittens are from the same litter and have had a wonderful beginning to their lives. Happy, healthy, full of kitten antics, they are about 12 weeks old and ready for…
Tillamook School District Seeks Bus Drivers: Competitive Pay and Excellent Benefits
Tillamook School District Seeks Bus Drivers: Competitive Pay and Excellent Benefits The Tillamook School District is actively seeking new bus drivers to join its team. Offering a competitive compensation package and excellent…
Oregon State University Unveils Draft Wildfire Hazard Maps for Public Review
Salem, OR — Starting today, draft versions of the statewide wildfire hazard and wildland-urban interface maps are available for public review and comment on Oregon State University’s Wildfire Risk Explorer website. These…
Oregon Coast Aquarium Receives Donation from Wildlife Warriors
Newport, OR — The Oregon Coast Aquarium (OCAq) has received a significant donation from Wildlife Warriors, a non-profit charity founded by Steve and Terri Irwin. This contribution is further amplified by a…
Governor Kotek Unveils $515 Million Boost to State School Fund
Salem, OR — In a significant move to address K-12 education funding in Oregon, Governor Tina Kotek announced a proposal today to increase the State School Fund (SSF) by an estimated $515…
Tillamook Swiss Society Forms Schwingen Club, Competes in Regional Schwingfests
The Tillamook Swiss Society is preserving Swiss culture and traditions with the formation of their own Swiss Alpine Wrestling (Schwingen) Club. This new venture has already seen success, with members competing in…
Apply to join this special delegation traveling to Japan and South Korea
Apply to join the exclusive Oregon Trade Mission to Japan and South Korea alongside the directors of ODA, Business Oregon, & Port of Portland. Connect with key industries, meet companies, and engage…