Shelby Tarman and Kate Earl are thrilled to host their first year organizing the beloved Oakridge Sugar Plum Festival! This cherished community tradition will take place on Saturday, December 7, 2024, from 9 AM to 4 PM, and Sunday, December 8, 2024, from 10 AM to 2 PM, at the[Read More…]
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Why It’s Harder Than Ever to Make an Appointment With Your Doctor
(State Point) Americans face unprecedented wait times to see their doctors. This squeeze is particularly acute in primary care, but is also being felt in specialties like neurology, psychiatry and OB/GYN. According to the American Medical Association (AMA), here are the top reasons why it’s harder than ever to be[Read More…]
The quarry fight: Oakridge protesters take the battle to the gates of King Estate Winery
By GEORGE CUSTER/Editor/The Herald — On a chilly Saturday, November 30th, Oakridge residents and other concerned citizens took to their fight to the main gate of King Estate Winery. Their intent was to show their disdain for a proposed rock crushing quarry that they believe would have massive negative impacts[Read More…]
Oregon Statewide Report Card Released
NEWS RELEASE November 25, 2024 Media Contact: Marc Siegel ODE is also releasing the new SEED Survey Statewide Report, which captures students’ voices about their experience in Oregon’s public schools. (Salem, OR) – The 2023-24 edition of the Oregon Statewide Report Card is now available on the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) website.[Read More…]
The Herald gives thanks to volunteerism – a Thanksgiving meal at the Methodist Church
By GEORGE CUSTER/Editor/The Herald — I hope you’re not tired of it – my continual applauding of our local citizens who organize and put forth, with such unbounded energy, events that benefit and brighten our community. More importantly, many of them do it year after year. Take this year’s free[Read More…]
JOB OPENING: The City of Westfir is now accepting applications for the Relief City Operator position, which is primarily water and wastewater management. Seeking an individual with flexible work hours and/or the desire to obtain training for Class 1 certification in collection and treatment for wastewater, and Class 1 certification as Operator for Water in both treatment and distribution. This is a part-time position that requires an individual to work weekend and holiday shifts. The wage range is from $16–$17, based on experience. Application and job description are available at https://www.ci.westfir.or.us/?
GARAGE SALE: Tell folks about your upcoming garage sale here.
LANDSCAPING SERVICES: It’s that time of year. Let everyone know what services you have to offer.
JOB OPENINGS: Need to let the community know that you need help. Post your job openings here.
OFFICE SERVICES AVAILABLE: Copying, Scanning, Emailing & Faxing Services are now available at The Herald’s office in Oakridge.
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