Editorial: Leaders Should Always Feel Just a Bit Uneasy
Living in a community where people feel represented matters, as does the wisdom of the crowd. Not that...
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Two State Senators Seek Federal Probe into Oregon Democrats’ Campaign Dollars
Two state senators want Oregon U.S. Attorney Natalie Wight’s office to investigate cash donations from cannabis company owners...
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Guest Commentary: A Majority of States Have the Right to Compel Lawmakers to Work
Oregon voters sent a clear message when an overwhelming majority passed Measure 113 in 2022 to dissuade lawmakers...
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Corvallis Calendar: Monday Afternoon to Wednesday Evening
Monday, May 15 Laundry Program Community Talk. 4 pm, Champinefu Lodge, 1030 SW Madison Ave. This Laundry Program Community...
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Government: $261 Million Budget Headed to City Council for Approval, County Leadership Positions in Flux, Fentanyl Awareness Campaign Starts
Final Budget: The City of Corvallis budget commission has approved a proposed final draft for Fiscal Year 2024...
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OSU Nabs $1 Million Federal Semiconductor Grant, Eligible for $160 Million Later
Oregon State University will spearhead a $1 million National Science Foundation project to advance semiconductor technologies in the Pacific Northwest. ...
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Oregon College Students Rally at the Capitol, Oppose Higher Ed Budget Cuts
Several dozen college students gathered in Salem to voice their concerns about budget cuts to higher education. The...
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Jennifer Needed Abortion Care, She Would Have to Travel to Oregon for Help
Jennifer Adkins’ first pregnancy was near-perfect. She sailed through her appointments and screenings with no complications, ticking every...
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Corvallis Calendar: Friday Afternoon to Monday Evening
Friday, May 12 Sister Cities Storytime and Crafts. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 2:00 p.m....
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Corvallis Parent: Delicious Local Options for Mother’s Day, New Principal at Carson Elementary, State Mulls Student Disability Rights
Mmm, Mother’s Day is practically upon us, and this year we turn to local foodie extraordinaire Michelle Colomb...
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Oregon May Streamline Virtual Charter School Enrollment for Students
A bill moving through the Oregon Legislature could help students who want to attend virtual charter schools. Supporters...
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Oregon’s Sen. Merkley Sponsors Bill Allowing Cannabis Businesses to Use Commercial Banks
Over the past eight years, two Oregon congressional members have pushed Congress to pass a law encouraging banks...
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Corvallis Calendar: Thursday Afternoon to Friday Evening
Thursday, May 11 Housing Operational Committee. 12 p.m. The Housing Operational Committee (HOC) will meet virtually at 12:00 p.m....
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From Bad to Verse: My Biggest Worry, Missing Word, A Full Stop
My Biggest Worry I think I’ve contracted hypochondria Because all the signs are there An anxiety inside my...
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Government: County Budget Increasing 46.7%, City Budget Responds to Inflation and Lack of Planning, Both May Finalize this Week
It’s Budget Season: Both the City of Corvallis and Benton County have hosted several budget meetings over the...
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Corvallis Science & Nature: A Big Week for Plants, with a Special Side of Bugs
Friday: Open House for Insect Collection Did you know that the largest collection of insects in the Pacific...
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Wyden to Pursue Gun Violence Legislation, Oregon Firearm Injuries Spike 33% Upward
U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden plans to pursue federal legislation to reduce the surge in gun violence. Oregon’s senior...
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Rayfield Says Stout Should Resign Oregon House After Judge Upholds Restraining Order
House Speaker Dan Rayfield called on Republican state Rep. Brian Stout to resign Tuesday after a Columbia County...
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