By ROB DEHARPPORT/ for The Herald -- Opening day of general trout fishing report. My limited report is actually pretty decent; with many success stories from Odell Lake, Wickiup Reservoir and Diamond Lake. Great weather greeted those who went out on our Cascade high lakes. Be patient. The fish … [Read More...] about Outdoor report: A good opening day by most any standard
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Warrior JV softball vs Umpqua Valley today
Our Oakridge junior varsity softball team takes on Umpqua Valley at home today starting this afternoon at 4:30. Get out and support our Warrior sports programs! … [Read More...] about Warrior JV softball vs Umpqua Valley today
April 18 City Council meeting features state representative, discusses construction grant
By ANDREW GRIFFIN/for The Herald -- On April 18, the city council held a meeting in which the council discussed a potential construction grant for the WAC, approved TRT funding and heard from a state representative on legislative projects and Measure 110. Representative Conrad highlighted his … [Read More...] about April 18 City Council meeting features state representative, discusses construction grant
TV Butte quarry proposal: County Planning Commission directs new hearing | Applicant failed notice requirement
By GEORGE CUSTER/Editor/The Herald -- I got there early. I had a feeling that there would be quite a crowd from Oakridge attending the meeting. I was right. No less than thirty Oakridgians (and a few supporters not from Oakridge) attended the hearing that was to determine whether a second … [Read More...] about TV Butte quarry proposal: County Planning Commission directs new hearing | Applicant failed notice requirement
News Briefs
04/19/24 – 24-2030 – LANE COUNTY SHERIFF’S SEARCH & RESCUE, MARINE PATROL CONDUCTS FIRST WATER RESCUE OF THE SEASON AT LOOKOUT POINT LAKE
On April 19th around noon, Lane County Sheriff’s Search & Rescue and Marine Patrol deputies were dispatched to a report of a 59-year-old male in the water at Lookout Point Lake. The male had … [Read More...] about 04/19/24 – 24-2030 – LANE COUNTY SHERIFF’S SEARCH & RESCUE, MARINE PATROL CONDUCTS FIRST WATER RESCUE OF THE SEASON AT LOOKOUT POINT LAKE
FREE HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE ROUNDUP IN OAKRIDGE ON SAT., APRIL 27 (CORRECTED)
News Release from Lane Co. Government Posted on FlashAlert: April 17th, 2024 7:44 AM The free Household Hazardous Waste Roundup will collect up to 35 gallons of household hazardous waste per … [Read More...] about FREE HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE ROUNDUP IN OAKRIDGE ON SAT., APRIL 27 (CORRECTED)
NATIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATORS APPRECIATION WEEK
News Release from Lane Co. Sheriff's Office Posted on FlashAlert: April 15th, 2024 3:56 p.m. The second week of April every year, the Lane County Sheriff's Office takes time to recognize and … [Read More...] about NATIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATORS APPRECIATION WEEK
State Fire Marshal handing out $6 million to help local agencies fight wildfires
About two-thirds of the fire departments across Oregon – all smaller agencies – received up to $35,000 to hire more firefighters during the season BY: LYNNE TERRY - APRIL 12, 2024 || OREGON … [Read More...] about State Fire Marshal handing out $6 million to help local agencies fight wildfires
LANE COUNTY STORM DRAIN CLEANING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM ACCEPTING BUSINESS SIGNUPS THROUGH MAY
News Release from Lane Co. Government Posted on FlashAlert: April 15th, 2024 7:51 AM After launching last fall, Lane County’s Storm Water Management Program is back and accepting business … [Read More...] about LANE COUNTY STORM DRAIN CLEANING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM ACCEPTING BUSINESS SIGNUPS THROUGH MAY
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Newly Corrected Registration Link -Webinar: Interim Methodology for the Oregon Housing Needs Analysis
The Department of Land Conservation and Development (DLCD) invites you to a webinar hosted by the Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) to preview the Interim Methodology for the Oregon Housing … [Read More...] about Newly Corrected Registration Link -Webinar: Interim Methodology for the Oregon Housing Needs Analysis
Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs Daily Digest Bulletin
VA announces new program to help more than 40,000 Veterans stay in their homes WASHINGTON — On May 31, 2024, the Department of Veterans Affairs will launch a new program — the Veterans Affairs … [Read More...] about Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs Daily Digest Bulletin
Oregon Department of Emergency Management shares FEMA Public Assistance Notification with counties and tribes impacted by the January storm
SALEM, Ore. – April 18, 2024 – On April 13, President Joe Biden approved Governor Tina Kotek's request for a federal major disaster declaration for severe winter storms, straight-line winds, … [Read More...] about Oregon Department of Emergency Management shares FEMA Public Assistance Notification with counties and tribes impacted by the January storm
Oakridge Police Log
Monday, February 5 through Sunday, February 11
The following incidents and service calls have been reported by the Oakridge Police Department. Although there may be exceptions, The Herald does not routinely disclose the names, addresses or phone … [Read More...] about Monday, February 5 through Sunday, February 11