The Oregon Heritage Commission will meet Nov. 3-4 in Pendleton and online. The agenda includes an update on Northwest Digital Heritage, discussion on recommendations from the draft 2024 Oregon Heritage Vitality Study, discussion on the 2026-2030 Oregon …
The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) is preparing to host IronOR 24, a statewide emergency exercise taking place October 28-31, 2024. This four-day exercise is designed to test Oregon’s capabilities and readiness in responding to a …
The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) is offering unlimited spots for partners and allies in Oregon to attend the Point Source Youth Innovation Summit. This conference will be held Jan. 14-15, 2025, in Portland. Point Source Youth (PSY) is a …
Today, Governor Kotek announced that she fulfilled her commitment to visit with all nine federally recognized Tribal nations in 2024, completing her visits from March through September. The goal of the visits was to deepen government-to-government …
Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek has proclaimed Oct. 21-25 as Community Bank Week. The week honors local banks and their employees for their economic and civic contributions in communities across the state. Oregon community banks provide more than 4,800 family wage …
The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) will be hosting an Innovation Hub on Monday, Oct. 28, from 8:30 a.m. to noon. The event will be held virtually due to logistical issues. It was originally scheduled to be at the Oregon Museum of Science and …
October’s Safe Sleep Awareness Month is an opportunity to educate families about sleep practices that can prevent sudden unexpected infant death. Sudden unexpected infant death (SUID), which includes sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), is the leading …
On Tuesday night, Governor Tina Kotek attended a phone bank event hosted by Waldo Middle School and the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) to encourage school attendance. The Governor joined ODE Director Dr. Charlene Williams, State Representative Tracy …
The Oregon Department of the State Fire Marshal deployed an incident management team to North Carolina Thursday morning to help with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. The storm caused catastrophic flooding to the western side of the state and cut off many …
Salem, Ore. - The Statewide Database Licensing Advisory Committee (SDLAC) will meet on Monday, October 28, 2024, from 1 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. online. This is a public meeting; those who would like to attend should contact Arlene Weible at arlene.weible@slo. …
SALEM, Oregon—Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is creating a rule advisory committee to meet and discuss possible changes to electric-assisted bicycle use on state park properties and the ocean shore. The current electric-assisted bike rules …
Today, Governor Kotek released a statement on the $25 million award to the Oregon International Port of Coos Bay from the Nationally Significant Multimodal Freight & Highway Projects program (INFRA) through the U.S. Department of Transportation for the …
CURRY COUNTY, Oregon— Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is seeking to understand how Curry County residents and visitors would like to enjoy and conserve the 20 state parks in Curry County through an online survey and three public meetings this …
The Great Oregon Camp-In offers Oregonians a chance to dedicate a few hours or a couple of days working on their emergency plan. It is a time to practice day-to-day activities as if a large disaster has occurred. Whether you’re just starting your …
Keeping children engaged in learning about emergency preparedness can sometimes be a challenge. However, by transforming the task into a game, you can ensure that they are not only involved but also excited about staying prepared. Here’s how to make …
As we approach critical deadlines for voter registration and ballot returns, the Oregon Department of Emergency Management, in partnership with the Secretary of State, reminds Oregonians of important voting information. With increased misinformation, you …
Medicare open enrollment for the 2025 plan year begins Oct. 15 and remains open through Dec. 7, 2024. Medicare beneficiaries seeking to compare or change their existing Medicare plan can receive free help from the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS …
Oregonians have become all too familiar with the need for emergency preparedness due to various hazards, including wildfires, drought, floods, and ice storms. However, earthquakes – while less common – remain a top concern, especially given the Cascadia …
Many people are looking for ways to support hurricane ravaged communities, this is the perfect time to remind everyone that donating cash directly to organizations ensures your contribution is used the way you want it to be. While numerous well-meaning …
SALEM, Ore. – Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) has published a draft Action Plan Amendment for a $422 million disaster recovery grant and is seeking public input on the changes. Funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development ( …
