Governor Tina Kotek declared a State of Emergency to protect life, safety, and property due to the Rowena Fire that has caused a natural disaster in Wasco County. Beginning June 11, 2025, severe wildfire rolled through Wasco County, primarily in Rowena …
Bend, OR — Today, Governor Tina Kotek convened a roundtable to hear directly from rural Oregon healthcare experts, providers, and food system specialists about the impact of proposed cuts to Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP …
Older adults and people with disabilities may qualify for free emergency kits and batteries to stay safe during disasters. Emergencies like wildfires, heat waves and floods can happen at any time. It’s important to be ready. But for many people, it’s hard …
Oregon Housing and Community Services is awarding more than $8.7 million to eligible organizations representing 27 counties to support veterans through down payment assistance and home repair funds. “OHCS holds sacred its promise to service members and …
Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) and community partners joined together to spotlight the importance of preventing and reporting abuse of older adults in recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD). This observance serves as a critical …
Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) Director Fariborz Pakseresht, Deputy Director Liesl Wendt, and Oregon Eligibility Partnership Director Nate Singer, toured three sets of emergency preparedness equipment on the North Oregon Coast — Oceanside, Cape …
SALEM, Ore. – The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) has activated the State Emergency Coordination Center (ECC) to Level 3 – Regional Response as of 8:00 a.m. on June 17, 2025, in response to increasing wildfire activity across the state. …
Salem, OR — On the evening of June 16, 2025, Governor Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act for the Alder Springs Fire in Jefferson County. The Jefferson County Fire Defense Board chief requested assistance with life, safety, and structural …
Oregon State Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner, MD, recognized Pride Month and highlighted important financial wellness resources for the LGBTQ+ community. Treasurer Steiner also called for greater public and private efforts to break down barriers to financial …
Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read is reminding Oregonians that their votes can decide elections. As of June 17, 2025, the Secretary of State’s office has received notification that more than 25 races from the May 20th special district election are …
Five young Sherwood residents who once struggled to speak up now stand tall, ready for the workforce. This week they celebrated graduating from a nine-month internship program that gave them real-world job skills and big dreams for the future. The …
With hotter, drier conditions arriving early this year, Oregon’s Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) is urging residents to prepare now for an active 2025 wildfire season. According to the National Interagency Fire Center, fire activity has increased …
Salem, OR – On Saturday, Governor Tina Kotek delivered the commencement address at the ceremony for the class of 2025 graduates at Southern Oregon University (SOU). Alongside the Governor, speakers included SOU President Rick Bailey, Jr., Ph.D., and …
During this month of appreciation for fathers, the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) is highlighting the critical role fathers play in a child’s physical, emotional and social development. The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) is working …
On June 11, 2025, Governor Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act for the Rowena Fire in Wasco County. The Wasco County Fire Defense Board chief requested assistance with life, safety, and structural fire protection, and the state fire marshal …
The Oregon State Fire Marshal is mobilizing structural firefighters and an incident management team to fight the Rowena Fire burning in Wasco County. The fire was first reported on Wednesday afternoon and quickly spread, prompting level three, Go Now, …
In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) urges Oregonians to watch for signs of elder financial exploitation. The International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the World …
SALEM, Ore.—As temperatures rise and people flock to Oregon’s waterways for much needed relief, the Oregon State Marine Board (OSMB) and the Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) urge boaters and swimmers to be aware of the hidden dangers of cold …
Hood River, Ore. – The State Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation (SACHP) will meet on Friday, June 27, at the Hood River County Library (502 State Street, Hood River) to consider proposed nominations to the National Register of Historic Places. The …
Oregon Heritage, a division of Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, awarded 35 matching grants worth over $10,600,000 to Oregon Main Street Network organizations across the state for building projects that will strengthen local economies. Projects range …
