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Published on February 3, 2025 - 16:48 GMT

Spray General Store can now put in a heater and other improvements for the good of the community – thanks to an Office of ...

When Joni Kabana first saw the Spray General Store in Spray, Oregon, the roof was in disrepair, a tree was threatening the building from the back and it was filled with stuff the owner was storing. The whole building was in rough shape. But Kabana felt a …

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Published on January 31, 2025 - 22:43 GMT

Grants available for historic properties and archaeology projects

The State Historic Preservation Office is offering grants for work on historic properties and for archaeology projects. The annual grants fund up to $20,000 in matching funds for preservation projects. Both grant programs support the goals of the Oregon …

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Published on January 30, 2025 - 23:53 GMT

National Unclaimed Property Day Returns February 1 After Record Reporting Year

National Unclaimed Property Day returns February 1 and to celebrate Oregon State Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner is encouraging individuals across Oregon to search for their lost assets. The nationwide effort aims to bring awareness to the nearly 33 million …

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Published on January 30, 2025 - 18:53 GMT

Historic gift shop closed temporarily for restoration in 2025

DEPOE BAY, Oregon— The historic gift shop at Otter Crest State Scenic Viewpoint is slated for restoration starting in February to reinforce its structural integrity, preserve the building’s character and enhance accessibility. The Cape Foulweather Gift …

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Published on January 30, 2025 - 17:51 GMT

Oregon Housing and Community Services awards funding to Jackson County wildfire survivor to buy a new home

A Jackson County wildfire survivor is in a new home after becoming the first homeowner to receive funding from the ReOregon Homeowner Assistance and Reconstruction Program (HARP). The program’s funding comes from the federal $422 million Community …

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Published on January 30, 2025 - 17:51 GMT

A wildfire survivor’s story of loss, support, and recovery – in her own words

Sometimes words fall short to describe the type of life-changing events that happened to Almeda Fire survivors. No one could ever possibly know, unless they have experienced it firsthand, what it is like to lose a home, and all one’s belongings. To barely …

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Published on January 30, 2025 - 17:51 GMT

IRS, Oregon to recognize Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Day

As Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Awareness Day approaches on Friday, January 31, the Oregon Department of Revenue is encouraging all workers with income in 2024 to check their EITC eligibility. The Department of Revenue is working with other state …

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Published on January 28, 2025 - 23:02 GMT

Oregon Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner Calls for Passage of House Bill 2200 to Protect the PERS Fund from Carbon Risks

Oregon Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner called on legislators to pass HB 2200, which would provide legislative direction to support Treasury’s ability to pursue the near- and long-term investment strategies needed to reduce the risks of losses in the Oregon …

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Published on January 27, 2025 - 22:00 GMT

DEQ issues six penalties in December for environmental violations

Statewide, Ore. — The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality issued six penalties totaling $488,874 in December for various environmental violations. A detailed list of violations and resulting penalties is at https://ordeq.org/enforcement. Fines …

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Published on January 27, 2025 - 17:46 GMT

Tax season opens today: Common errors taxpayers can avoid

Salem, OR— As the IRS and the state begin accepting tax year 2024 returns today, the Oregon Department of Revenue is offering taxpayers a list of suggestions to aid in efficiently processing their return and common errors to avoid that could slow things …

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Published on January 27, 2025 - 16:46 GMT

Grants available for historic cemetery projects

The Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries is offering grants for qualified historic cemeteries. The annual grants fund projects that preserve historic cemeteries. Projects funded in the past include marker repair workshops, fencing, signs, interpretive …

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Published on January 27, 2025 - 16:46 GMT

Department of Revenue plans events in Prineville, Pendleton, The Dalles to help taxpayers e-file their taxes for free

Salem, OR—Oregonians looking to file their taxes for free could find help as close as their local library. Volunteers from the Oregon Department of Revenue will be traveling to libraries in 18 different communities across the state in February, March, and …

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Published on January 24, 2025 - 01:44 GMT

Oregon Department of Human Services opens new Seaside offices to better serve the Clatsop County community

To enhance service to the Clatsop County community, the Oregon Department of Human Services opened a new building that houses Child Welfare, Oregon Eligibility Partnership and Self-Sufficiency Programs. People who need these services can access them all in …

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Published on January 23, 2025 - 20:43 GMT

Grants available for Oregon museum projects

The Oregon Heritage Commission is offering grants to qualified museums for collections, heritage tourism, and education and interpretation projects. Awards typically range between $2,000 and $10,000. Museums may apply for a variety of projects. Collections …

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Published on January 23, 2025 - 19:24 GMT

Oregon strike teams heading home from Southern California

Following a two-week mobilization to Southern California to assist with the wildfire response, 17 of Oregon’s 21 strike teams will soon be heading home. The teams began the demobilization process Thursday morning. Two of the strike teams will start their …

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Published on January 21, 2025 - 23:57 GMT

Oregon Division of Financial Regulation joins $106 million multistate settlement with Vanguard over big tax bills, remediation to ...

The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) announced today that it joined a taskforce of state securities regulators and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in a $106 million settlement with Vanguard Marketing Corporation (VMC) and The …

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Published on January 21, 2025 - 17:39 GMT

Oregon strike teams assist with Lilac Fire in San Diego County

Two Oregon strike teams were assigned overnight to a new fire in Southern California to help protect life and property. Strike Team 17 (Linn County) and Strike Team 18 (Clackamas County), both made up of water tenders, are working alongside California …

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Published on January 18, 2025 - 01:24 GMT

OEM Assists with the Rescue of a 26-year-old Missing Hiker on Mt. Hood

The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) played a role in the successful search and rescue mission for Brendan Davis who was found alive and well Friday at about 3:30 p.m. by Clackamas County Search and Rescue. OEM’s Statewide Search and Rescue …

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Published on January 17, 2025 - 00:03 GMT

Oregon joins $80 million enforcement action against Block Inc., CashApp for Bank Secrecy Act violations

The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) and 47 state financial regulatory agencies have taken coordinated action against Block Inc., for violations of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and anti-money laundering (AML) laws that safeguard the financial …

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Published on January 16, 2025 - 21:46 GMT

Governor Kotek Announces 2025 Legislative Priorities

Today, Governor Tina Kotek announced her priorities for the 2025 legislative session. Her priorities focus on staying the course on addressing homelessness and housing supply, mental health and addiction care, and improving outcomes for Oregon K-12 …

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