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Welcome to our Oregon News category, where we bring you the latest and most relevant news stories from the beautiful state of Oregon. From the stunning Pacific coastline to the rugged Cascade Mountains, Oregon is home to a wealth of natural beauty, diverse communities, and exciting cultural events.

Rapidly Growing NE Oregon Wildfire Engulfs 10,000 Acres, Prompts Evacuations

As an Oregonian, it's hard to believe the sheer number of fires currently ravaging our beautiful state. The Town Gulch Fire in Baker County, now estimated at a staggering 10,000 acres, is just one of the latest in a series of relentless blazes. According to KTVZ, Governor Tina Kotek has invoked...

Raging Wildfire Near Madras Surpasses 5,000 Acres, 0% Contained

As reported by Central Oregon Daily News, a wildfire that started Sunday night northwest of Madras, exhibiting what Forest Service officials describe as "extreme fire behavior," grew to 5,093 acres by Tuesday morning and remains 0% contained. Crews worked through the night to hold the lines on the...

Wildfire Near Madras Reaches 3,000 Acres, Emergency Act Invoked

As reported by Central Oregon Daily News, a wildfire ignited Sunday night northwest of Madras after lightning strikes and strong winds swept through the area. By Monday morning, the blaze had expanded to 3,000 acres, prompting Level 3 "Go Now" evacuations in certain areas. Governor Tina Kotek has...

Missing Oregon Pilot And Firefighting Tanker Found – Crashed

On Thursday evening July 25th, a tanker plane that was fighting wildfires in Eastern Oregon went missing. The plane and pilot were reported missing at 6:50 PM after it was sent out to fight the Falls Fire near Seneca, Oregon. Grant County Search And Rescue was able to locate the downed aircraft on...

Largest U.S. Fire in Oregon May Intensify with Upcoming Storm

In a concerning report from OPB, wildfires are once again ravaging the West, with Oregon, California, and Washington bearing the brunt. This summer has been particularly alarming for us Oregonians who have watched these fires grow more intense each year. Now, the Durkee Fire near the Oregon-Idaho...
New Plan Offers Lower-Income Oregon Veterans Free Dental

New Plan Offers Lower-Income Oregon Veterans Free Dental

The Oregon Health Authority is gearing up to launch a no-cost dental program for lower-income veterans. This month it opened the application process, and on Jan. 1 the program will launch. No one knows how many will sign up and qualify among Oregon’s 300,000 veterans...

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