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Published on March 7, 2025 - 20:19 GMT

National Park Service Lists Burkes-Belluschi House in Portland, Multnomah County, in the National Register of Historic Places

PORTLAND, Ore. – The Burkes-Belluschi House is among Oregon’s latest entries in the National Register of Historic Places. Oregon’s State Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation (SACHP) recommended the nomination at their October 2024 meeting for its …

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Published on March 7, 2025 - 16:12 GMT

Oregon State Parks to hire more than 200 seasonal Rangers, Ranger Assistants

SALEM, Oregon— Oregon State Parks will hire more than 200 seasonal Rangers and Ranger Assistants for positions across the state for the 2025 season. Hiring starts as soon as this month and runs through about June with new positions listed on a rolling …

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Published on March 7, 2025 - 15:10 GMT

Workplace health and safety leaders, programs, and organizations honored at Oregon GOSH Conference

Seven leaders in on-the-job safety and health were honored with awards at the 2025 Oregon Governor’s Occupational Safety and Health (GOSH) Conference, during a Wednesday, March 5, ceremony at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland. A panel of industry …

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Published on March 6, 2025 - 21:49 GMT

Oregon Treasurer Steiner Voices Concerns on the Impact Confusing Federal Tariff Announcements Will Have on Oregon Families and ...

Oregon State Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner called on the Trump administration to permanently roll-back his proposals for new tariffs, in response to the administration’s on-again, off-again announcements. Treasurer Steiner joined other state treasurers at a …

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Published on March 6, 2025 - 19:18 GMT

Governor Kotek, Mayor Wilson Team Up to Increase Housing in Portland

Today, Governor Tina Kotek and Portland Mayor Keith Wilson kicked off the first meeting of their Multifamily Housing Development Workgroup, convened to explore potential actions Oregon and Portland can take to move more multifamily housing projects forward …

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Published on March 6, 2025 - 18:06 GMT

Which of Oregon’s free electronic tax filing options fits you best?

A variety of free electronic-filing options are available to Oregon taxpayers, including the new combination of IRS Direct File and Direct File Oregon. While the free filing options have some income and other limitations, most Oregon taxpayers are eligible …

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Published on March 5, 2025 - 20:38 GMT

Oregon Housing and Community Services helps advance new housing and homelessness prevention efforts on the Southern Oregon Coast

Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is partnering with communities along the Southern Oregon Coast to make major strides in addressing homelessness and housing instability in the region. These local organizations are leading projects ranging from …

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Published on March 4, 2025 - 21:17 GMT

Taxpayers filing their own returns can get free help using IRS Direct File and Direct File Oregon at four South Coast events March ...

Coos County taxpayers filing their own 2024 income tax returns can get free assistance using the new combination of IRS Direct File and Direct File Oregon when Oregon Department of Revenue volunteers visit area libraries March 18-21 The IRS estimates that …

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Published on March 4, 2025 - 02:43 GMT

Governor Kotek Champions Housing Choice, Cutting Red Tape to Build More Housing

Salem, OR – Today, Governor Tina Kotek and supporters of House Bill 2138 held a press conference ahead of the bill’s first public hearing in the legislature. The bill will allow for more housing options across the state, cut red tape, and provide more …

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Published on March 3, 2025 - 20:55 GMT

Report: Oregon’s Municipal Audit Program Saw the Highest Amount of Delinquent Filers Since 2017

Persistent issues around staffing and resources caused a record number of municipal corporations to delay filing required reports to Oregon’s Municipal Audit Program, according to a summary report released by the Secretary of State. “These financial …

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Published on March 3, 2025 - 20:55 GMT

Taxpayers filing their own returns can get free help using IRS Direct File and Direct File Oregon at Cornelius Public Library ...

Taxpayers filing their own 2024 income tax returns can get free assistance using the new combination of IRS Direct File and Direct File Oregon when Oregon Department of Revenue volunteers visit the Cornelius Public Library March 13. Help will be available …

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Published on March 3, 2025 - 20:54 GMT

Taxpayers filing their own returns can get free help using IRS Direct File and Direct File Oregon at Seaside Public Library March ...

Clatsop County taxpayers filing their own 2024 income tax returns can get free assistance using the new combination of IRS Direct File and Direct File Oregon when Oregon Department of Revenue volunteers visit the Seaside Public Library March 13, 14 …

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Published on March 3, 2025 - 20:54 GMT

Taxpayers filing their own returns can get free help using IRS Direct File and Direct File Oregon at Toledo Public Library March ...

Lincoln County taxpayers filing their own 2024 income tax returns can get free assistance using the new combination of IRS Direct File and Direct File Oregon when Oregon Department of Revenue volunteers visit the Toledo Public Library March 11. The library …

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Published on February 28, 2025 - 20:53 GMT

Seeking public comment on proposed rule updates for electric assisted bicycles

SALEM, Oregon — Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is seeking public comments on proposed rule updates to electric assisted (e-assisted) bicycle use at Oregon State Parks and the ocean shore now through April 1. The proposed updates clarify …

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Published on February 27, 2025 - 17:24 GMT

More than 3,400 use Direct File Oregon in opening weeks of tax season

Through the first month of the 2025 tax season, more than 3,400 Oregon taxpayers have electronically filed their income tax returns directly with the state using Direct File Oregon. More than 1,400 of those state returns were filed in combination with …

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Published on February 27, 2025 - 01:51 GMT

Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read Announces New Protections for Oregon’s Voter Rolls

Today, as Governor Tina Kotek lifted the pause on the transmission of Oregon Motor Voter Data from Oregon Driver and Motor Vehicle Services (DMV) to the Secretary of State’s office (SoS), Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read announced new protections he …

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Published on February 26, 2025 - 23:34 GMT

Governor Kotek Bill to Fund Infrastructure, Boost Housing Projects Receives Public Hearing

Salem, OR – Today, House Bill 3031, introduced by Business Oregon on behalf of Governor Tina Kotek, received a public hearing in the House Housing and Homelessness Committee. Acknowledging that the state has an essential role to play in reducing barriers …

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Published on February 26, 2025 - 19:38 GMT

DAS Office of Economic Analysis Presents the March Revenue Forecast

Salem, OR – Carl Riccadonna, state chief economist and Michael Kennedy, senior economist of the Department of Administrative Services (DAS), presented the latest economic outlook and revenue forecast to a joint meeting of the Oregon Legislative Revenue …

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Published on February 26, 2025 - 17:56 GMT

Oregon Department of Human Services grants to community organizations such as universities help people get free tax filing ...

Thanks to an Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) program, two Oregon universities are helping many people file their taxes for free. The ODHS Tax Infrastructure Grant Program makes this free tax help possible for individuals and families with …

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Published on February 25, 2025 - 17:50 GMT

Seasonal changes, snow melt are good reminders to ask your insurance company or agent about flood insurance

As the state transitions from winter to spring, now is a good time to talk to your insurance company or agent about flood insurance coverage. Recent heavy rains and the anticipated snow melt are reminders that parts of Oregon are flood-prone, and the …

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