Central Oregon Invites Visitors To Experience the Area’s Bounty and in a Fun & Sustainable Way

From local cattle ranches and eco-forward breweries to hyper-local cuisine and low-impact adventures, Central Oregon invites travelers to tread lightly with an uncompromising experience. Central Oregon has long been rich in both agricultural experiences …

Oregon prison employees exposed to suspicious substance in mail

Four Oregon Department of Corrections employees on Wednesday were exposed to a suspicious substance in the mail at Two Rivers Correctional Institution. The substance was tested by Umatilla County fire authorities who were unable to identify it. The …

Nearly 600 teens evacuated from Central Oregon camp due to Cram fire

Nearly 600 teens were evacuated from a Young Life summer camp in Wasco County as the Cram Fire, now Oregon’s largest wildfire at nearly 65,000 acres, threatened the area. While flames didn’t reach camp property, leaders at Washington Family Ranch made the …

Oregon Democrat introduces bill to require ICE officers display IDs, drop masks

U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., is introducing a bill that would require Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers to wear visible identification and prohibit face masks while on duty. The bill covers several Department of Homeland Security operations, …

Oregon School District shares more on the decision to implement a new cell phone system: how it's different than their ...

Fire severely damages medical office in southern Oregon

A late-night fire ripped through a Sky Lakes Medical Center building that housed two clinics in Klamath Falls on Tuesday, causing extensive damage and forcing the temporary closure of the facility. The two-alarm fire broke out shortly before 11:20 p.m. at …

Oregon School District shares more on the decision to implement a new cell phone system

The district will now use the Yondr system daily for students. The district will now use the Yondr system daily for students. OREGON, Ill. (WREX) — The Oregon School District is focusing their efforts on ensuring students are staying off their cell phones …

Kotek Wants To Know How Tariffs Have Impacted Oregon

Governor Tina Kotek is worried the President’s latest tariff announcement will disrupt supply networks for Oregon businesses.  On Tuesday, she joined governors from Washington, Arizona, Colorado, Illinois, and New York raising concerns about the potential …

Is your summer float trip about to get $20 more expensive? Oregon officials say not exactly

Enjoy the free ride while you can, kayakers, paddleboarders and rafters. Beginning in 2026, all non-motorized boats 10 feet or under in Oregon will have to have a Waterway Access Permit, which will cost $20 per year. If you purchase a product or register …

Blue Steel performs at Oregon’s Concert in the Park

Blue Steel was the featured act at the Oregon Park District’s Concert in the Park on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at Oregon Park West. E.D. Etnyre sponsored the outdoor concert. The 2025 concert series concludes Tuesday, July 22, with Burn N Bush/Color Run, …