Oregon Press Releases

Published on April 28, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

New Book, 'Why You Can’t Dispense Food Like Medicine,' Has Some Tough Pills to Swallow About Customer Service

GRESHAM, OR, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A few acts of hospitality around mealtimes can be the difference between senior living communities feeling like a home or a prison. That’s the advice in Cindy Heilman’s new book …

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Published on April 28, 2026 - 23:05 GMT

Governor Kotek Announces Summer Learning Grants to Strengthen Literacy

Salem, OR – Governor Tina Kotek today announced the recipients of the 2026–28 State Summer Learning Grants, a $35 million annual investment established by House Bill 2007 in 2025 to expand access to high-quality summer learning programs that strengthen …

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Published on April 28, 2026 - 23:05 GMT

Report on states’ child welfare systems shows Oregon’s progress and needed improvements

A federal report rated Oregon’s performance as it works to improve the child welfare system. Areas where the state received above average scores include: Efforts to ensure children in care are placed with relatives when possible. Keeping siblings in care …

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Published on April 28, 2026 - 21:15 GMT

DEQ issues 12 enforcement actions in March for environmental violations

Statewide, Ore. – The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality issued 12 penalties in March totaling $3,230,935 for various environmental violations. A $24,000 penalty issued in January had not been delivered in time and was unintentionally left off the …

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Published on April 28, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

DEADLINE TODAY: Voter Registration Deadline for May Statewide Election Today

Today is the deadline to register to vote for the upcoming statewide election on May 19, and Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read is encouraging all eligible Oregonians to register and participate in our democracy. Today is also the deadline for …

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Published on April 28, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

Oregon to Appeal Hazard Mitigation Grant Denial

SALEM, Ore. — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) informed Gov. Tina Kotek that Oregon will not receive funding under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program as part of the 2025 December storms major disaster declaration. The December storms caused …

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Published on April 27, 2026 - 19:15 GMT

Candela GentleMax Pro® Now at Unique Laser & Aesthetics: Revolutionizing Aesthetic Treatments with Cutting-Edge Tech

Unique Threading and Beauty is thrilled to announce the addition of the GentleMax Pro® to their suite of advanced aesthetic treatments. HILLSBORO, OR, UNITED STATES, April 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Unique Threading and Beauty is thrilled to …

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Published on April 27, 2026 - 22:34 GMT

State orders ClearShare to cease and desist insurance operations in Oregon; warns consumers on non-ACA plans

April 27, 2026 The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) has issued a cease-and-desist order to ClearShare Health and its affiliates after determining that the entities have been operating a program that, based on DFR’s investigation, functions as …

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Published on April 27, 2026 - 22:18 GMT

Welcome center and upgrades coming to popular D River State Recreation Site under City-State partnership

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (ORPD), the City of Lincoln City, and Explore Lincoln City today announced the transition of oversight of the D River State Recreation Site from OPRD to the City of Lincoln City. The lease from OPRD takes effect on …

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Published on April 27, 2026 - 22:18 GMT

State orders ClearShare to cease and desist insurance operations in Oregon; warns consumers on non-ACA plans

The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) has issued a cease-and-desist order to ClearShare Health and its affiliates after determining that the entities have been operating a program that, based on DFR’s investigation, functions as a business of …

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Published on April 27, 2026 - 20:28 GMT

Governor Kotek Celebrates Bill to Modernize "Oregon's Arena"

Portland, OR – Today, Governor Tina Kotek joined local and state leaders, community leaders, and representatives from the Portland Trail Blazers and the Portland Fire to commemorate the signing of Senate Bill 1501, which creates a pathway toward shared …

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Published on April 27, 2026 - 20:28 GMT

Professor from Japan visits ODHS to learn about person-centered practices

Sometimes you don’t see your own greatness until someone from the outside points it out and hails it as outstanding. Sometimes we’re so busy working, improving, adjusting, striving for better, we may not see what is really great going on in the work we do …

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Published on April 27, 2026 - 17:06 GMT

French Broad Chocolates PBC Recalls Bette’s Bake Sale Bonbons Due to Undeclared Walnuts

French Broad Chocolates PBC is recalling Bette’s Bake Sale Bonbon Collection in 6pc, 12pc, and 24pc boxes with batch numbers 260414 and 260417 due to the potential to contain undeclared walnuts. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to walnuts …

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Published on April 24, 2026 - 17:21 GMT

Foie Gras Ban Proposal Set for Portland City Council Agenda Wednesday

Portland council to review foie gras sales ban proposal amid renewed push and public support. PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pro-Animal Oregon announced that a proposal to end the sale of force-fed poultry products is …

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Published on April 24, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Bonaventure Announces Construction of New Senior Living Community in Corvallis, Oregon

Luxury Memory Care, Assisted Living, and Independent Living Community Expands Footprint in Oregon CORVALLIS , OR, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bonaventure Senior Living, a premier senior living provider, has commenced …

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Published on April 24, 2026 - 23:23 GMT

Workers Memorial Day ceremony honors Oregon workers who died on the job in 2025

The Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division (Oregon OSHA) and Oregon Labor Federation, AFL-CIO invite the public to attend the Workers Memorial Day observance on Tuesday, April 28, in Salem. The ceremony will recognize, remember, and honor those who …

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Published on April 24, 2026 - 20:57 GMT

Attorney General Rayfield Moves to Permanently Block President Trump’s Executive Order Restricting Mail Voting, Exerting Control ...

Attorney General Dan Rayfield and a coalition of 23 other attorneys general, along with the Governor of Pennsylvania have asked a federal court to permanently block President Trump’s executive order that unlawfully restricts mail voting. The coalition …

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Published on April 24, 2026 - 20:57 GMT

AG Rayfield Sues EPA Over Failure to Implement Life-Saving Clean Air Standard

Attorney General Dan Rayfield and a coalition of 13 other states and local governments sued the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) over its failure to implement a life-saving 2024 Clean Air Act rule strengthening national ambient air …

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Published on April 24, 2026 - 08:24 GMT

Governor Kotek Convenes Vision Group to Chart Oregon’s Transportation Future

Salem, OR – The first meeting of Governor Tina Kotek’s Rebuilding Our Transportation Vision Workgroup (Workgroup) will take place on Friday, May 1 at 9:00 am at the Governor’s Office in the Oregon State Capitol. The meeting will be livestreamed. “Oregon…

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Published on April 23, 2026 - 18:24 GMT

GVB Biopharma Announces Record-Breaking Production and Sales in March 2026

GVB Biopharma sold a record 12,000+ kg of CBD, CBG, and CBN isolate in March 2026—over 1 billion 10mg doses—pushing Q1 totals above 30,000 kg. PRINEVILLE, OR, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- GVB Biopharma, a global leader in the …

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