Oregon Secretary of State’s Office Audited Cannabis Industry, Also Took Dispensary Consulting Job May 1, 2023The Oregon Secretary of State’s office released an audit of the state’s regulation of the cannabis industry on...6 mins read
Lawmakers Consider New Protections for Oregonians Struggling with Debt May 1, 2023Bonnie Walls fell into a spiral of unpaid debt after her husband died in 2022 and she lost...3 mins read
Corvallis Calendar: Monday to Wednesday Evening May 1, 2023Monday, May 1 City Council Meeting. 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend City Council meetings. This...4 mins read
Government: City Manager says Corvallis Budget Challenged by Inflation, Lack of Planning… Plus, a Justice Center Review April 28, 2023Corvallis Budget: The City of Corvallis has released its FY 2023-2024 budget with a goal of returning the...3 mins read
Oregon Public Universities Seek Increased State Funding, Students Paying Record Tuition April 28, 2023Officials from Oregon’s seven public universities say they need more than $1 billion over the next two years...3 mins read
Suicide Rates are High Among Oregon Farmers, State Lawmakers Consider Remedies April 28, 2023Surviving as a farmer takes grit. Profits are vulnerable to extreme weather conditions, and a drought has persisted...5 mins read
Corvallis Calendar: Friday Afternoon to Monday Evening April 28, 2023Friday, April 28 Preschool Science at Philomath Community Library. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St., Philomath. 3:30 p.m. Free....5 mins read
Corvallis Parent: Corvallis School Budget Shortfall and How You Can Help, Five Corvallis Restaurants Kids Love, Possible New Benefit for Foster Kids April 27, 2023Last week, we reported that state lawmakers are looking to budget $9.9 billion for the State School Fund,...8 mins read
OSU: Scott Barnes Released from Hospital, University Sees Eight Students Score Fulbright Awards April 27, 2023Scott Barnes Released from the Hospital: Oregon State University Vice President and Director of Athletics Scott Barnes was...1 min read
Foam Takeout Container Ban Clears House, Heads to Governor April 27, 2023A pair of bills aimed at reducing the number of takeout containers thrown away in Oregon are headed...1 min read
Transgender Employee Sues Oregon Department of Human Services, Alleging Discrimination April 27, 2023A transgender state employee has filed a lawsuit against the Oregon Department of Human Services, alleging he faced...2 mins read
Corvallis Calendar: Thursday Afternoon to Friday Evening April 27, 2023Thursday, April 27 2023-25 Budget Committee. 1 p.m. In-Person: 4500 SW Research Way, Shipley and Holmes Public Meeting Rooms...3 mins read
Government: Steep County Budget Increases Ahead, City Moves Levy Proposal Closer to November’s Ballot April 26, 2023Budget Increase: It’s budget season, and the Benton County Board of Commissioners will be reviewing the proposed 2023-2025...2 mins read
Corvallis Science & Nature: Arbor Day Edition April 26, 2023Earth Day has come and gone, and now it’s time for April’s other nature-themed holiday, Arbor Day. Since...1 min read
Oregon Distillers, Recovery Advocates Clash Over Spirits Marketing Proposal April 26, 2023Oregon distillers clashed with recovery advocates during a legislative hearing on Tuesday over the creation of a marketing...2 mins read
Statewide Medicaid Eligibility Review Underway, Recipients’ Helpline Often Unhelpful April 26, 2023Medicaid members have been calling the state’s helpline in recent weeks with questions about new eligibility requirements. The...4 mins read
Corvallis Calendar: Wednesday Afternoon to Friday Evening April 26, 2023Wednesday, April 26 Cool Jones. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd St., Corvallis. 6:00 p.m. Join Common Fields on Wednesday...4 mins read
OSU Holocaust Memorial Week Events Mostly Salient, But Some Jews Will Feel Unseen April 26, 2023The 36th annual observance of Holocaust Memorial Week at Oregon State University begins Monday, April 17, and includes...3 mins read