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Douglas County Sheriff Appoints New Undersheriff (Photo)

ROSEBURG, Ore. - Douglas County Sheriff John Hanlin has named a new Undersheriff to serve in his administration due to the retirement of current Undersheriff Jeff Frieze. Previously serving in the rank of Lieutenant and overseeing the Special Services division, Brad O’Dell was promoted to Undersheriff during a pinning ceremony on Monday, December 30th, 2024. “I am honored to have the confidence of Sheriff Hanlin to serve in this new role,” US O’Dell said. “I look forward to continuing to work

Board of Forestry to meet on Jan. 8 and 9

SALEM, Ore. — The Oregon Board of Forestry will meet for hybrid public meetings on Wednesday, Jan. 8 at 9 a.m. and Thursday, Jan. 9 at 9 a.m. The meetings will be held in the Tillamook Room, Building C, at the Oregon Department of Forestry headquarters, located at 2600 State St. in Salem. The meetings will also be livestreamed on the department’s YouTube channel.The board’s business agenda for Jan. 8 includes:Final Order – Douglas County, by and through the

Board of Forestry Governance Committee to meets virtually on Jan. 2

SALEM, Ore. — The Board of Forestry Governance Committee will meet virtually on Thursday, Jan. 2 at 1 p.m. To join, please use the Zoom video conference information found on the agenda.The committee’s agenda includes:Review proposed addition to the Board Policy ManualIdentify any additions, deletions or edits to the Board Policy ManualAccommodations for people with disabilities, and special materials, services, or assistance can be arranged by calling ODF’s Public Affairs

Oregon State Police Investigating Officer Involved Shooting- Klamath County

Klamath County, Ore 23 Dec 2024- Oregon State Police Investigating Officer Involved Shooting in Klamath County.On Monday, December 23, 2024, at 9:45 a.m., Klamath County Sheriff’s Office Deputies were involved in a critical incident that resulted in an Officer Involved Shooting at Collier State Park. A 35-year-old male subject was critically injured after being struck by gunfire and was transported to an area hospital where he is receiving medical care. No Klamath County Sheriff Deputies w

Oregon State Police Investigates Hunting Crimes- Clackamas County

Clackamas County, Ore. 23 Dec 2024 – The Oregon State Police recently concluded a months long investigation into poaching involving thermal devices. Troopers served several search warrants and made multiple arrests during the investigation with more expected.The use of infrared or thermal devices to hunt, locate, or scout wildlife provides a person with a significant unfair, unethical advantage over other unethical hunting behaviors as it completely voids the animal’s natural ability

Binance.us funds transferred to Oregon State Treasury for Oregon customers to claim (Photo)

Salem – On April 30, 2024, the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) revoked the money transmitter license of BAM Trading Services Inc., dba Binance.us, a cryptocurrency exchange. The revocation followed felony convictions of Changpeng Zhao, the majority beneficial owner and control person of Binance, for violations of anti-money laundering laws. Other states that have taken similar actions to revoke, suspend, or accept the surrender of Binance’s money transmitter l

Oregon Housing and Community Services to receive $13.75 million in federal funding to preserve manufactured dwelling parks and fix or replace homes (Photo)

Dec. 23, 2024SALEM, Ore. — Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) has been awarded $13.75 million from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Preservation and Reinvestment Initiative for Community Enhancement (PRICE) Main grant. This grant will fund two existing OHCS programs to help manufactured housing residents stay in their homes at an affordable cost, make repairs, or replace the homes. These programs are the Manufactured Home Replacement Program (MHRP) and M

Two Rivers Correctional Institution reports in-custody death (Photo)

An Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC) adult in custody, Vernon Louis Woodall, died the evening of December 20, 2024. Woodall was incarcerated at Two Rivers Correctional Institution (TRCI) in Umatilla and passed away at a local hospital. As with all in-custody deaths, the Oregon State Police have been notified, and the State Medical Examiner will determine cause of death.Woodall entered DOC custody on August 31, 2012, from Washington County with an earliest release date of August 12, 2039. Wo

Fatal Crash - HWY 30 - Clatsop County

Clatsop County, Ore 19 Dec 2024- On Thursday, December 19, 2024, at 6:04 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a three-vehicle crash on Hwy-30, near milepost 77, in Clatsop County.The preliminary investigation indicated an eastbound Mazda 3, operated by August Aleksander Crawford (26) of Clatskanie, attempted to pass an eastbound Freightliner CMV and trailer, operated by Steven Rabon Skripsey II (42) of Astoria, in a no passing zone. The Mazda entered the westbound lane and encountered a westbo

Fatal Crash - Highway 97 - Deschutes County

Deschutes County, Ore 20 Dec 2024- On Friday, December 20, 2024, at 4:12 a.m., Oregon State Police responded to a vehicle versus pedestrian crash on Hwy-97, near milepost 128, in Deschutes County.The preliminary investigation indicated a northbound Ford Town & Country, operated by Steven Thomas Lakey (54) of Bend, struck a pedestrian, Glenn Curtis Watkins (28) of Bend, who was on the roadway for unknown reasons.The pedestrian (Watkins) was declared deceased at the scene.The operator of the F

Free First Day Hike at Smith Rock State Park Jan. 1, 2025 (Photo)

REDMOND, Ore. – The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is hosting a free guided First Day Hike at Smith Rock State Park on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1. It's part of the annual First Day Hikes in partnership with America’s State Parks for free guided hikes in state parks on New Year’s Day.Information about the hike hosted at Smith Rock State Park:The approximately 1.5-mile round trip hike highlights all the unique wonders of Smith Rock and the su

Free First Day Hike at LaPine State Park Jan. 1, 2025 (Photo)

LA PINE, Ore. – The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is hosting a free guided First Day Hike at La Pine State Park on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1.It's part of the annual First Day Hikes in partnership with America’s State Parks for free guided hikes in state parks on New Year’s Day.Information about the hike hosted at La Pine State Park:The approximately 3-mile hike is on the Deschutes River Loop Trail and follows the curves of the Deschutes River.

Free First Day Hike at Jackson F. Kimball State Recreation Site Jan. 1, 2025 (Photo)

FORT KLAMATH, Ore. – The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is offering a free guided First Day Hike at Jackson Kimball State Recreation Site on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1.It's part of the annual First Day Hikes in partnership with America’s State Parks for free guided hikes in state parks across Oregon on New Year’s Day.Information about the hike hosted at Jackson F. Kimball State Recreation Site:Join us for a brisk morning 3-mile hike to the headw

Free First Day Hike on the Willamette River Greenway -- Spring Valley Access Jan. 1, 2025

SALEM, Ore. – The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) will host a free guided hike at the Spring Valley Access Trail on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1.OPRD is partnering with America’s State Parks for free guided First Day Hikes in state parks across Oregon on New Year’s Day.Information about the hike hosted on the Spring Valley Access Trail:Winter in the valley is often described as dark, dull and devoid of color. This is not true on the Spring Valley A

Free First Day Snowshoe Hike at Emigrant Springs State Park Jan. 1, 2025 (Photo)

MEACHAM, Ore. – The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is hosting a free First Day Snowshoe Hike at Emigrant Springs State Park on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1.It's part of the annual First Day Hikes in partnership with America’s State Parks for free guided First Day Hikes in state parks across Oregon on New Year’s Day.Information about the hike hosted at Emigrant Springs State Park:Join a one to two-mile snowshoe trek around Emigrant Springs State Pa

Free First Day Hike planned for Cottonwood Canyon State Park Jan. 1, 2025 (Photo)

WASCO, Ore. – The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is offering a free guided First Day Hike at Cottonwood Canyon State Park on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1.It's part of First Day Hikes in partnership with America’s State Parks and includes free guided hikes in state parks across Oregon on New Year’s Day.Information about the hike hosted at Cottonwood Canyon State Park:Join us for a 3-mile, out-and-back hike on the Pinnacles Trail. The trail follows

Free First Day Hike at Detroit Lake State Recreation Area Jan. 1, 2025 (Photo)

DETROIT, Ore. – Join Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) for a 1.5-mile guided hike at Detroit Lake State Recreation Area on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1.OPRD is partnering with America’s State Parks for free guided First Day Hikes around the state.Information about the hike hosted at Detroit Lake State Recreation Area:Join us for a 1.5-mile hike along the east-side Camp Perimeter Trail where you'll enjoy scenic views of the lake, the surrounding temperate r

Five First Day Hikes at Tryon Creek State Natural Area Jan. 1, 2025 (Photo)

PORTLAND, Ore. – The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is hosting five free guided hikes at Tryon Creek State Natural Area on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1.It's part of the annual First Day Hikes in partnership with America’s State Parks to offer free guided hikes in state parks across Oregon on New Year’s Day.Information about the hikes hosted at Tryon Creek State Natural Area is below:Join our forest exploration hikes. Choose from 5 hikes of varying

Two First Day Hikes at L.L. Stub Stewart State Park Jan. 1, 2025 (Photo)

BUXTON, Ore. – The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) will host two free guided First Day Hikes at L.L. Stub Stewart State Park on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1. OPRD is partnering with America’s State Parks for free guided First Day Hikes in state parks across Oregon on New Year’s Day.Information about the two hikes at L.L. Stub Stewart State Park:Join us for a New Year's guided hike at L.L. Stub Stewart State Park! Choose between a 3-mile hike a

Two First Day Hikes at Silver Falls State Park Jan. 1, 2025 (Photo)

SILVERTON, Ore. – Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) will host two free guided hikes at Silver Falls State Park on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1.OPRD is partnering with America’s State Parks for free guided First Day Hikes in state parks across Oregon on New Year’s Day.Information about the 9 a.m. hike and 11 a.m. hike at Silver Falls State Park is below:Join us as we explore the new North Rim Trail that opened in summer 2023. The hike is 1.5-miles, ro