Government: City Manager says Corvallis Budget Challenged by Inflation, Lack of Planning… Plus, a Justice Center Review
Corvallis Budget: The City of Corvallis has released its FY 2023-2024 budget with a goal of returning the...
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Oregon Public Universities Seek Increased State Funding, Students Paying Record Tuition
Officials from Oregon’s seven public universities say they need more than $1 billion over the next two years...
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Suicide Rates are High Among Oregon Farmers, State Lawmakers Consider Remedies
Surviving as a farmer takes grit. Profits are vulnerable to extreme weather conditions, and a drought has persisted...
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Corvallis Calendar: Friday Afternoon to Monday Evening
Friday, April 28 Preschool Science at Philomath Community Library. Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St., Philomath. 3:30 p.m. Free....
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Corvallis Parent: Corvallis School Budget Shortfall and How You Can Help, Five Corvallis Restaurants Kids Love, Possible New Benefit for Foster Kids
Last week, we reported that state lawmakers are looking to budget $9.9 billion for the State School Fund,...
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OSU: Scott Barnes Released from Hospital, University Sees Eight Students Score Fulbright Awards
Scott Barnes Released from the Hospital: Oregon State University Vice President and Director of Athletics Scott Barnes was...
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Foam Takeout Container Ban Clears House, Heads to Governor
A pair of bills aimed at reducing the number of takeout containers thrown away in Oregon are headed...
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Transgender Employee Sues Oregon Department of Human Services, Alleging Discrimination
A transgender state employee has filed a lawsuit against the Oregon Department of Human Services, alleging he faced...
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Corvallis Calendar: Thursday Afternoon to Friday Evening
Thursday, April 27 2023-25 Budget Committee. 1 p.m. In-Person: 4500 SW Research Way, Shipley and Holmes Public Meeting Rooms...
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Government: Steep County Budget Increases Ahead, City Moves Levy Proposal Closer to November’s Ballot
Budget Increase: It’s budget season, and the Benton County Board of Commissioners will be reviewing the proposed 2023-2025...
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Corvallis Science & Nature: Arbor Day Edition
Earth Day has come and gone, and now it’s time for April’s other nature-themed holiday, Arbor Day. Since...
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Oregon Distillers, Recovery Advocates Clash Over Spirits Marketing Proposal
Oregon distillers clashed with recovery advocates during a legislative hearing on Tuesday over the creation of a marketing...
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Statewide Medicaid Eligibility Review Underway, Recipients’ Helpline Often Unhelpful
Medicaid members have been calling the state’s helpline in recent weeks with questions about new eligibility requirements. The...
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Corvallis Calendar: Wednesday Afternoon to Friday Evening
Wednesday, April 26 Cool Jones. Common Fields, 545 SW 3rd St., Corvallis. 6:00 p.m. Join Common Fields on Wednesday...
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OSU Holocaust Memorial Week Events Mostly Salient, But Some Jews Will Feel Unseen
The 36th annual observance of Holocaust Memorial Week at Oregon State University begins Monday, April 17, and includes...
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Corvallis Business: Tale of Two Upstart Corvallis Restaurant Alliances, Fisheries Disaster to Impact Oregon’s Economy, And A Very Packed Business Events Calendar
Things are taking shape at the Corvallis Area Restaurant and Bar Alliance, or CARB – they’ve had their...
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OSU Lab Says Bird Flu Has Killed 11 Endangered Condors, 9 More Also Dead
At least seven deceased California condors from a northern Arizona population were infected with highly pathogenic avian influenza...
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SPECIAL REPORT: Oregon Lawmakers Poised for Conflicts Over Gun-Control Bills
Oregon lawmakers are debating firearms legislation this session, setting the stage for legislative battles and courtroom fights that...
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