Gresham, Ore.— The third suspect in the killing of Gresham 13-year-old Liam Spahnle-Bailey has been arrested. 

Liam was killed in late-April while sleeping in his father’s apartment.  When a shooting occurred in a neighboring unit, gunfire traveled through the wall between the apartments, striking Liam in his bed. Officers and paramedics rendered medical aid to Liam, and he was transported to a local hospital. Tragically, he was pronounced deceased shortly after arrival at the hospital. Liam and his father had planned to go snowboarding on the day of the shooting.

The East County Major Crimes Team led the investigation into Liam’s death. The Major Crimes Team is an interagency team of detectives from the Gresham Police Department, Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office, Port of Portland Police Department, Oregon State Police, and attorneys from the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office.  Investigators identified Terrell Coy, along with Anthony Hunter Jr. and Xavier Hirsch, as the suspects responsible for Liam’s death and obtained warrants for their arrest.  A nationwide manhunt ensued, involving law enforcement in Oregon, Washington, Arizona, and Texas. 

Anthony Hunter Jr. was arrested in Portland in early September.  In mid-October, Xavier Hirsh was arrested at a residence in Beaverton.  Following tips from the community, members of the US Marshals Service arrested 17-year-old Terrell Coy this afternoon at an apartment in southeast Portland. 

“No parent should have to worry about losing a child to gun violence, but the killing of a young man asleep in his own bed is particularly shocking.  In the months since Liam’s murder, our detectives have worked tirelessly to ensure everyone responsible is brought to justice,” said Gresham Police Chief Travis Gullberg.  “While nothing can undo the pain Liam’s family, friends, classmates, and community have experienced in the wake of his death, I hope these arrests bring some measure of closure.  I am grateful for the assistance we received from our law enforcement partners across the country, and particularly the efforts of the US Marshals Service in locating and arresting the suspects in Liam’s murder.  Our work will continue, supporting the District Attorney’s Office as this case proceeds in court.” 

Multnomah County District Attorney Nathan Vasquez said “I’m thankful that police were so dedicated and worked so hard to bring Mr. Coy to justice. This is just the beginning. My office will do everything in our power to make sure everyone responsible for the death of Liam is held accountable. This man hunt has lasted more than six months. We will also prosecute anyone we can prove helped the suspects hide from police.”

EUGENE, Ore.— Two Mexican nationals illegally in the United States have been charged with trafficking 72 pounds of methamphetamine.

Alejandra Diaz-Alcantar, 45, and Juan Alberto Alvarado-Gonzalez, 31, have been charged by criminal complaint with conspiracy to distribute and possession with the intent to distribute over 500 grams of a mixture or substance containing methamphetamine.

According to court documents, an Oregon State Police K9 trooper stopped the white Chevrolet pickup on Interstate 5 in Lane County as part of an ongoing investigation. A search of the vehicle pursuant to a warrant revealed two duffel bags under the rear passenger seat. They contained 56 plastic bags and bindles of suspected methamphetamine, collectively weighing approximately 72 pounds.

The Drug Enforcement Administration is investigating the case. Assistant U.S. Attorney Joseph Huynh is prosecuting the case.

A criminal complaint is only an accusation of a crime, and a defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

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The Sandy Fire District Board of Directors will hold a regular board meeting on Wednesday, November 19, at 5:00 p.m. Agenda items include the election of officers and regular monthly division reports.

If you would like to provide public comment during the meeting, please sign up by completing the Sandy Fire District Public Meeting Comments form by Wednesday, November 19, at 2:00 p.m.

The public can attend either by remote video conferencing or in person at the Sandy Fire District Station 71 Annex building (17459 Bruns Ave., Sandy, OR 97055). If you would like to attend online or by phone, please access Sandy Fire’s website for the Zoom meeting link and passcode at: https://sandyfire.org/about/board. 

The Kelso School District Board of Directors has been recognized as a 2025 Board of Distinction by the Washington State School Directors’ Association (WSSDA). Selected for their visionary leadership and commitment to closing opportunity gaps, Kelso’s board is one of 49 across the state to receive this honor.

To earn this distinction, boards must provide clear, evidence-based examples of how their actions have directly improved student outcomes. Kelso’s nomination centered around the district’s Freshman Student Success Team, a collaborative initiative that has transformed student achievement and increased graduation readiness.

Since launching in 2022, the Freshman Student Success Team has implemented early interventions, data-driven strategies, and whole-student systems of support for more than 350 ninth graders annually. As a result, Kelso’s 9th-grade on-track rate—the percentage of students earning six or more credits by the end of the school year—has risen dramatically from 66% in 2022 to 80% in 2025, marking a significant step toward higher graduation rates districtwide.

“This recognition reflects the heart of Kelso’s work—ensuring every student has the opportunity and support to succeed,” said Superintendent Mary Beth Tack. “Our board’s focus on data-informed decision-making and meaningful partnerships has created real, measurable change for our students.”

“We’re honored to once again be named a Board of Distinction because it validates the deep, on-going commitment our board and district have to student success,” said Board President Jeane Conrad.

This marks the third consecutive year Kelso’s board has been recognized by WSSDA, earning Board of Distinction honors in 2021, 2023, 2024, and 2025, and being named Washington State Board of the Year in 2023.

This honor builds on a year of state and regional recognition for Kelso’s efforts to improve student achievement. The district also received the WASA Student Achievement Leadership Award (ESD 112 Region, May 2025) and the WASA Learning from Leaders Award (Washington State, June 2025) for its innovative work in supporting freshman success.

Kelso’s continued commitment to student-centered improvement is a cornerstone of its 2025 Strategic Plan, focused on closing opportunity gaps, fostering belonging, and preparing every graduate for life beyond high school.

About Kelso School District
Kelso School District has a goal of 100% (bit.ly/ksd-100) of students graduating high school and having post-secondary plans for college, career, trades, or military. Our mission is to prepare every student for living, learning, and achieving success as a citizen of our changing world.

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Lincoln County residents have access to three self-serve, public sandbagging stations located in Yachats, Newport, and Lincoln City.

Sandbagging is one simple, effective way to prevent or reduce flood water damage. Although sandbags do not guarantee a watertight seal, they can help prevent costly water damage.

Sandbags have been used to:

• Redirect storm water runoff to storm drains
• Redirect overflowing storm runoff drains from personal property
• Reduce leakage at closure structures
• Prevent overtopping of levees
• Direct a river's current flow to specific areas

Lincoln County Self-Serve Public Sandbagging Stations:

Hours:  Mid-October through mid-April

You can access sand any time of day or night.

If you plan on using the self-serve sandbagging station, remember to bring a shovel. Community members may gather up to 10 sandbags per household, per season. Those in need of more than 10 sandbags at a time are encouraged to reach out to local hardware stores and purchase them in advance. Protection of private property is the property owners’ responsibility and begins prior to storm events.

If you have a water run off hazard or a structure in flood plain, you should:

• Assess your property in advance. Waiting until the water is at your doorstep is too late; there won’t be enough time or resources to effectively mitigate the water or debris run off. 
• Consider flood insurance. Visit the National Flood Insurance Program or DFR – Flood Insurance.
• Educate yourself regarding sandbag quantities, flood fighting and sandbag placement techniques, and the help you might need to accomplish the task.
• If you know your property often floods, please evacuate when flood warnings are issued. Lincoln County Emergency Management cannot help you with food or evacuations once flood has surrounded or entered your home.

Additional information about sandbagging and floods can be found on the Emergency Management Hazards – Flooding & River Levels page.

Sheriff Adam D. Shanks

Samantha Buckley
Emergency Manager

ESTACIONES DE EMBOLSAMIENTO DE ARENA EN EL CONDADO DE LINCOLN

Los residentes del condado de Lincoln tienen acceso a tres estaciones públicas de autoservicio de bolsas de arena ubicadas en Yachats, Newport y Lincoln City.

Los sacos de arena son una forma sencilla y eficaz de prevenir o reducir los daños causados por las inundaciones. Aunque los sacos de arena no garantizan un cierre hermético, pueden ayudar a prevenir costosos daños causados por el agua.

Los sacos de arena se han utilizado para:

• Redirigir la escorrentía de aguas pluviales a los desagües pluviales.
• Redirigir los desagües de aguas pluviales desbordados de la propiedad privada.
• Reducir las fugas en las estructuras de cierre.
• Evitar el desbordamiento de diques.
• Dirigir el caudal de un río a zonas específicas.

Estaciones públicas de autoabastecimiento de sacos de arena del condado de Lincoln.

Horario:  De mediados de octubre a mediados de abril.
Puede acceder a la arena a cualquier hora del día o de la noche.

Si piensa utilizar la estación de autoservicio de sacos de arena, recuerde traer una pala. Los miembros de la comunidad pueden recoger hasta 10 sacos de arena por hogar y temporada. Aquellos que necesiten más de 10 sacos de arena a la vez pueden dirigirse a las ferreterías locales y comprarlos con antelación. La protección de la propiedad privada es responsabilidad de los propietarios y comienza antes de las tormentas.

Si tiene un riesgo de escorrentía de agua o una estructura en una llanura inundable, debe hacerlo:

• Evalúe su propiedad con anticipación. Esperar hasta que el agua llegue a su puerta es demasiado tarde; no habrá tiempo ni recursos suficientes para mitigar eficazmente el agua o los escombros. Considere contratar un seguro contra inundaciones. Visite el Programa Nacional de Seguros contra Inundaciones o DFR – Seguros contra Inundaciones.
• Infórmese sobre las cantidades de sacos de arena, las técnicas de lucha contra las inundaciones, y la colocación de sacos de arena, y la ayuda que podría necesitar para llevar a cabo la tarea.
• Si sabe que su propiedad se inunda con frecuencia, evacúe cuando se emitan alertas de inundación. La Oficina de Gestión de Emergencias del Condado de Lincoln no puede ayudarle con alimentos o evacuaciones una vez que la inundación haya rodeado o entrado en su casa.

Encontrará más información sobre los sacos de arena y las inundaciones en la página Riesgos de gestión de emergencias: inundaciones y niveles fluviales.

Sheriff Adam D. Shanks

Samantha Buckley
Manejo de Emergencias

An Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC) adult in custody, Philip Charles Bradley, died the morning of November 13, 2025. Bradley was incarcerated at Oregon State Penitentiary (OSP) in Salem and passed away at the institution. As with all in-custody deaths, the Oregon State Police have been notified, and the State Medical Examiner will determine cause of death.

Bradley entered DOC custody on May 18, 2022, from Multnomah County with an earliest release date of September 26, 2029. Bradley was 46 years old. Next of kin has been notified.

DOC takes all in-custody deaths seriously. The agency is responsible for the care and custody of approximately 12,000 men and women who are incarcerated in 12 institutions across the state. While crime information is public record, DOC elects to disclose only upon request out of respect for any family or victims.

OSP is a multi-custody prison located in Salem. Additional information about the Oregon Department of Corrections can be found at www.oregon.gov/doc.

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PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR SUB-COMMITTEE

MEETING SCHEDULED

Notice of Regular Meeting

The Private Investigator Sub-Committee of the Private Security/Investigators Policy Committee for the Board on Public Safety Standards and Training will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., in the Governor Victor G. Atiyeh Boardroom at the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST or Department) located at 4190 Aumsville Hwy SE, Salem, Oregon. For further information, please contact Juan Lopez at (503) 551-3167.

The meeting will be live streamed on the DPSST YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/@DPSST?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery. Click or tap if you trust this link.">https://www.youtube.com/@DPSST.

Agenda Items:

1. Introductions

2. Ronald J. Riebel, PIID No. 038063

   Denial of Provisional Private Investigator License

   Presented by Michelle Morrison

3. Agency Update

4. Round Table

   a. Continuing Education

   b. Provisional/Internship

   c. Training Opportunities

5. Next Scheduled Meeting - TBD

Administrative Announcement

This is a public meeting, subject to the public meeting law and it will be recorded. Deliberation of issues will only be conducted by Private Security/Private Investigations Policy Committee members unless permitted by the Chair. Individuals who engage in disruptive behavior that impedes official business will be asked to stop being disruptive or leave the meeting. Additional measures may be taken to have disruptive individuals removed if their continued presence poses a safety risk to the other persons in the room or makes it impossible to continue the meeting.

PRIVATE SECURITY/INVESTIGATOR POLICY COMMITTEE

MEETING SCHEDULED

Notice of Regular Meeting

The Private Security/Investigator Policy Committee of the Board on Public Safety Standards and Training will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at 1:30 p.m., in the Governor Victor G. Atiyeh Boardroom at the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST or Department) located at 4190 Aumsville Hwy SE, Salem, Oregon. For further information, please contact Juan Lopez at (503) 551-3167.

To view the Private Security/Investigator Policy Committee's live-stream and other recorded videos, please visit DPSST’s official YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/@DPSST?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery. Click or tap if you trust this link.">https://www.youtube.com/@DPSST.

Agenda Items:

1. Introductions

2. Approve August 19, 2025, Meeting Minutes

3. Proposed Rule Changes for Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR) 259-060-0120, 259-060-0130, 259-060-0135, 259-060-0136, 259-060-0300, 259-060-0310, 259-060-0320, and 259-060-0380

   Related to Emergency Suspension

   Presented by Jennifer Howald

4. Agency Update

5. Next Regularly Scheduled Meeting – February 17, 2026, at 1:30 p.m.

Administrative Announcement

This is a public meeting, subject to the public meeting law and it will be recorded. Deliberation of issues will only be conducted by Private Security/Private Investigations Policy Committee members unless permitted by the Chair. Individuals who engage in disruptive behavior that impedes official business will be asked to stop being disruptive or leave the meeting. Additional measures may be taken to have disruptive individuals removed if their continued presence poses a safety risk to the other persons in the room or makes it impossible to continue the meeting.

Clackamas Fire District's Board of Directors is scheduled to meet for their regular board meeting on Monday, November 17, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. The agenda will cover standard monthly division reports, presentations about the annual audit, the 2025 wildland season, and Operation Santa. In addition, the board will consider approving the revised board policy manual, selecting a budget officer for fiscal year 2026-27, and passing Resolution 25-04 to adopt and allocate a supplemental budget for fiscal year 2025-26.

If you would like to provide public comment during the meeting, you must sign up by Monday, November 17, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Please sign up by filling out the Public Meeting Comments form on our website: https://clackamasfire.com/public-meeting-comments/. 

The public can attend either by remote video conferencing or in person at the Clackamas Fire Training Center (15990 SE 130^th Ave., Clackamas, OR 97015). If you would like to attend online or by phone, please access Clackamas Fire District’s website for the Zoom meeting link and passcode at: https://clackamasfire.com/public-notices/. 

Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device:

    Please click this URL to join. https://clackamasfire.zoom.us/j/96391787124

    Passcode: 824528

Or One tap mobile:

    +12532050468,,96391787124#,,,,824528# US

Or join by phone:

    Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):

        US: +1 253 205 0468

The December quarterly meeting of the Advisory Committee to the Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs (ODVA) will be held virtually and in person on Wednesday, December 3, in the Auditorium of ODVA, located at 700 Summer Street N.E. in Salem. The meeting begins at 9 a.m. and will be followed by a town hall meeting at 11:30 a.m., which is open to the public.

Established in 1945, the Advisory Committee holds a distinct and fundamental role in advising the director and staff of ODVA. The nine members of the Advisory Committee are military veterans from all corners of the state, appointed by the governor to serve and act as advocates for veteran issues and veteran concerns across Oregon.

Following every quarterly business meeting, the committee holds a town hall inviting the public to raise questions or concerns about broad veteran issues or to share information with the committee and agency director.

Members of the community are also invited to submit written public comments to the committee by emailing odva_vaac@odva.oregon.gov. The Advisory Committee meets quarterly on the first Wednesday of March, June, September and December.

REGISTER TO ATTEND
Please register at https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/b2ce0f46-4c12-4c26-a3a5-d9a9049afbc2@aa3f6932-fa7c-47b4-a0ce-a598cad161cf to attend the business or town hall portion of this meeting. Attendees will be allowed to participate during the town hall portion only and will be invited to turn on their camera and unmute mics during a recorded meeting that will be posted online at a later date.

Information about the Advisory Committee and meeting materials can be found online at www.oregon.gov/odva/Connect/Pages/Advisory-Committee.aspx.

Established in 1945, the Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs is dedicated to serving Oregon’s diverse veteran community that spans five eras of service members. ODVA administers programs and provides special advocacy and assistance in accessing earned veteran benefits across the state. Learn about veteran benefits and services, or locate a local county or Tribal veteran services office online at oregon.gov/odva.

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The next regular public meeting of the FVRLibraries Board of Trustees will be held on Monday, November 17, 6:00 p.m. at Battle Ground Community Library. It will be a hybrid (in-person/online) meeting. Agenda 

You can view the agenda and meeting materials at: https://www.fvrl.org/board-trustees

DPSST PRIVATE SECURITY HB2183 IMPLEMENTATION

WORKGROUP MEETING

SCHEDULED

SALEM, Oregon— Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) celebrates the completion of three GO Bond projects this year: Beverly Beach and Nehalem Bay upgraded vital infrastructure, and Fort Stevens restored the exterior of the historic Guard House.  

The work is part of the one-time general obligation bonds (GO Bonds) approved by the legislature in 2021 for Oregon State Parks.  

The goal of the $50 million GO Bond projects was to help update aging infrastructure and add capacity at several state parks.  

Silver Falls also completed a portion of its GO Bond project last year with the North Canyon trailhead and parking lot, which eased parking congestion and added a new accessible trail. 

Fort Stevens will complete its campground utility upgrades as part of GO Bonds in May 2026. Two more projects, safety upgrades at Cape Lookout and visitor center updates at Silver Falls, will break ground in 2026.  

The remaining GO Bond projects at Kam Wah Chung, Smith Rock, Champoeg and the campground expansion at Silver Falls will be placed on hold until additional funding is available. OPRD will allocate the approximately $15 million in remaining GO Bonds to higher priority backlog maintenance projects including existing utility systems, infrastructure and facilities. 

“When projects were initially identified 2021, we could not have anticipated the substantial increases in costs of materials, staffing and consultants or the significant reduction in revenue,” said Deputy Director for Field and Community Services Matt Rippee. 

“None of these were easy decisions, but at this time it is vital we focus on projects that will extend the life of existing facilities rather than expanding. Without this change, we would not be able to complete maintenance needs essential to protect and preserve our state parks.” 

OPRD is projecting a $14 million operations budget shortfall this biennium due to a projected decrease in Lottery revenue, increasing costs and a long-standing need for more sustainable funding. Staff are reviewing all OPRD’s costs to help build a more sustainable funding future.  

Completed Projects: 

• Beverly Beach Campground: Upgraded electrical systems, moved power lines underground, paved and campsite improvements, rehabilitated sewer lift station. 

• Nehalem Bay Campground: Upgraded existing utilities, added restroom and a restroom/shower building, renovated and added additional accessible campsites, repaved and added traffic calming to the park entry road. 

• Fort Stevens’ Guard House: Replaced roof and repaired roof structure, repaired brick, stonework, windows and doors, improved landscaping to stop leaks, upgraded electrical connections for lighting, heating and climate controls. 

• Silver Falls: Built North Canyon trailhead and parking lot  

Projects in 2026: 

• Fort Stevens Campground: updates to electrical, water and wastewater infrastructure, replacing a campground restroom and shower building built in 1955, updated paving and replacing the restroom at the Peter Iredale Day-use area.  

• Cape Lookout: Reinforce existing foredune to hold back seawater from campground, upgrade electrical and water systems, resurfacing day-use parking lot 

• Silver Falls: Complete the North Gateway Visitor Center and potentially utility system upgrades.  

Projects on hold: 

• Kam Wah Chung: Build new interpretive center with classrooms, restrooms, collection processing, archive storage and office space for staff.  

• Smith Rock: Build a new welcome center, improve parking and traffic flow, improve the main day-use parking lots, develop more accessible trails and improve visitor flow. 

• Champoeg: Add additional RV sites, cabins and a restroom/shower building. 

• Silver Falls: Build North Gateway campground and restroom/shower facilities. 

OPRD will continue to review and update services, fees, projects and operations to keep providing high-quality visitor experiences and sustain parks now and in the future.  

In addition to pausing these GO Bond projects, OPRD is also streamlining costs and looking for new partnerships and sponsorships to help build a more sustainable funding future. 

When a popular program offered by The Historic Trust was threatened earlier this year due to federal cutbacks, Hawthorn Senior Living, headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, stepped up to ensure the remainder of the Trust’s 2025 Speakers Series programs would go on as planned.

The Historic Trust has been offering free educational lectures on a wide variety of topics – from women’s clothing equality to Pacific Northwest origins of Rock & Roll and UFOs – for the public six times per year. This mission-based program draws audiences to the Historic Reserve site to learn from Humanities Washington’s speakers bureau presenters who are subject matter experts in their respective fields. The future of these lectures was in peril when Humanities Washington, which relies on federal funds appropriated by Congress for the National Endowment for the Humanities, learned of funding cuts made by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in April. By September, Hawthorn Senior Living partnered with The Historic Trust to make certain the remaining 2025 presentations would continue.

“We are thrilled that Hawthorn Senior Living has stepped up to demonstrate that they value lifelong learning, just as we do,” said Temple Lentz, President & CEO of The Historic Trust. “We are incredibly grateful for their sponsorship support, allowing us to continue offering these programs through 2025 at no cost to community members in the greater Vancouver region.”

The final lecture in the Trust’s 2025 Speakers Series presented by Hawthorn Senior Living is “WhenYour Grandpa Is a Bot: AI, Death, and Digital Doppelgangers” today, Thursday, November 13, 2025 at the Red Cross Building (605 Barnes St) at 6:00 p.m. This talk, led by University of Washington Harborview Medical Center research scientist Muhammad Aurangzeb Ahmad, explores how artificial intelligence will transform our society, culture, and relationships, and how technology is shaking up the foundational questions of life. To RSVP to attend this free presentation and get more information, please visit https://www.thehistorictrust.org/calendar/when-grandpa-is-a-bot/.

About The Historic Trust
The Historic Trust is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to inspire civic pride and economic vitality through education, preservation, and celebration of our community’s history.
The Trust’s stewardship of treasured historic sites on Officers Row and the West Barracks (owned by the City of Vancouver) and Providence Academy (owned by The Historic Trust) includes preservation and maintenance of the structures, management of residential, commercial, and special event rentals, activation with community events and gatherings, and implementation of adaptive re-use of these historic spaces for contemporary use as continued resources for the community. https://www.thehistorictrust.org/

About Hawthorn Senior Living
At Hawthorn Senior Living, our mission is simple: Enjoying Life, Enriching Lives, and Living Well. These values are the foundation of our commitment to outstanding resident services and quality communities
across the country, especially in and around Portland and Vancouver. As we continue to develop and manage retirement communities, we honor our roots while introducing new ideas and innovations for the future of senior living. We believe our residents deserve the best, and our goal is to provide the highest standard of lifestyle in senior housing.

Springwood Landing Gracious Retirement Living in Vancouver, Washington, is one of four Hawthorn communities in the Portland–Vancouver metro area, each thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of
today’s retirees. Springwood Landing is more than a building—it’s a community. Residents enjoy home-cooked meals, lively game nights, and quiet evenings with family and friends in a warm, welcoming environment. Our live-in management team is consistently available, providing peace of mind and support whenever it’s needed. And with scratch-made meals served to your table by friendly staff, dining at Springwood Landing always feels like home. Discover why so many seniors call Springwood Landing home - a place to live well, connect meaningfully, and thrive every day.
For more information, visit https://seniorlivinginstyle.com/about-hawthorn/

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Amy Lewin brings statewide vision and deep community ties to this important
arts and culture leadership role in Oregon.  


Business Oregon is pleased to announce the hiring of Amy Lewin as the new Arts and Culture Director, overseeing the Oregon Arts Commission and the Oregon Cultural Trust programming at Business Oregon. Lewin brings more than 15 years of leadership experience in cultural programming, strategic communications, and statewide engagement to the role.  As the Arts and Culture Director, Lewin will be a part of Business Oregon’s leadership team, reporting to agency Director Sophorn Cheang. Lewin will lead the development and implementation of policies and programs that support Oregon’s vibrant arts and culture sectors, critical to a thriving economy.  

“Amy’s deep experience in community engagement, public-private partnerships, and inclusive storytelling makes her uniquely qualified to lead this work,” said Sophorn Cheang, Director of Business Oregon. “Her leadership will be instrumental in strengthening Oregon’s creative economy and ensuring that arts and culture remain central to our state’s identity and prosperity.”  

Lewin will also work closely with the Oregon Arts Commission and the Oregon Cultural Trust Board to advance a shared vision for arts and cultural vitality across the state.   

“Through the uncertainty of the past few years, Oregon’s cultural sector has continued to inspire with its creativity and resilience,” said Sean Andries, Chair of the Oregon Cultural Trust. “Amy Lewin’s leadership brings a steady, experienced, and deeply collaborative presence at a time when our community needs it most. I am excited for the advocacy, vision, and support she will bring to Oregon’s artists, organizations, and communities.” 
 


“Amy Lewin's strategic, heart-centered, and nimble leadership style is a precious asset,” said Subashini Ganesan, Chair of the Oregon Arts Commission. “We are thrilled to be the beneficiaries of such strength. I am particularly excited for our statewide stakeholders to build relationships with Amy so that, together, we can work towards sustainability for our creative communities.”  

Lewin previously served as Vice President of Brand and Strategic Partnerships at Oregonian Media Group, where she launched Here is Oregon, a statewide digital storytelling platform that celebrated Oregon’s cultural and creative assets. Her career includes leadership roles in nonprofit, media, and public sectors, with a focus on equity, economic development, and cultural inclusion.  

“I’m honored to step into this role at a time when creativity and collaboration are vital to our state’s future,” said Lewin. “Oregon’s art and cultural sectors are not just about expression, they are drivers of innovation, identity, and economic vitality. I look forward to partnering statewide to keep Oregon’s creative spirit thriving.”  

Lewin holds a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from the University of Oregon and recently completed a Graduate Certificate in Emerging COO Leadership from Stanford Graduate School of Business.  

A photo of Amy Lewin is available here.
 

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Business Oregon, the state's economic development agency, invests in Oregon businesses, communities, and people to promote a globally competitive, diverse, and inclusive economy. The agency's services span rural community development and infrastructure financing; business retention, expansion and recruitment; export promotion and international trade; investments in industry research and development and entrepreneurship; small business assistance; and support for arts and cultural organizations. Learn more at biz.oregon.gov.

What: SAIF will be presenting a free half-day seminar on agricultural safety and health on Wednesday, November 19.

Who should attend: The seminar is designed primarily for people working in agriculture but is open to anyone interested in ag safety and health, they don’t have to be insured by SAIF.

When: Wednesday, November 19 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Lunch is included.

Where: The Hood River County Fairgrounds located at 3020 Wyeast Road. 

More information: Below and at saif.com/agseminars. Photos from previous seminars are available by request. 

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SAIF kicking off free fall and winter ag safety seminars

SAIF is once again visiting cities across the state to offer free agriculture safety sessions.

SAIF has offered agricultural safety seminars for nearly 30 years, helping Oregon’s farm owners, managers, and workers stay safe in one of the most hazardous industries.

The seminars are designed primarily for people working in agriculture but are open to anyone interested in safety and health—they don't have to be insured by SAIF.

SAIF is conducting 31 free ag safety seminars in 16 cities across Oregon. Seminars will continue through March and 10 of the seminars will be presented entirely in Spanish. 

This year's seminars focus on four topics:

• Machine guarding and energy control
• Fire code on the farm
• Respiratory programs
• Making the most of safety committee meetings

SAIF will also host online webinars in both January and March in English and Spanish. 

In-person seminars will be in Bandon, Central Point, Clackamas, Corvallis, Eugene, Hermiston, Hillsboro, Hood River, Klamath Falls, Madras, Mt. Angle, Ontario, Pendleton, Salem, The Dalles, and Wilsonville.

Spanish seminars will be held in Central Point, Clackamas, Hermiston, Hillsboro, Hood River, Madras, Mt. Angel, Salem, The Dalles, and Wilsonville. 

All will run from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and lunch will be provided.

Employers with small ag businesses who attend the seminar, or watch the webinars, will meet OSHA's instructional requirement—one of four requirements that exempt small agricultural operations from random OSHA inspections.

Four hours of continuing education credits are available from the Landscape Contractors Board. Producer continuing education credit hours for licensed insurance agents are pending approval by the Department of Consumer and Business Services.

More information—including registration details—can be found at www.saif.com/agseminars.

About SAIF

SAIF is Oregon’s not-for-profit workers’ compensation insurance company. For more than 100 years, we’ve been taking care of injured workers, helping people get back to work, and striving to make Oregon the safest and healthiest place to work. For more information, visit the About SAIF page on saif.com.

Under the direction of Sandy Sparks, River Home Link Theatre is proud to present Descendants: The Musical, a tale of friendship and discovery. Come visit the magical world of Auradon as villains and royals learn that what's on the surface doesn't always reflect what's in the heart. You'll be dancing in your seat to an energetic blend of pop and rock musical numbers as you go on a journey of understanding and cooperation that proves we really are better together!  

Performances are at Prairie High School, located at 11311 NE 119th St., Vancouver, WA 98662. Showtimes are:

• Friday, Dec. 5, at 7 p.m.

• Saturday, Dec. 6, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

• Friday, Dec. 12, at 7 p.m.

• Saturday, Dec. 13, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Tickets are $5 for kids ages 3-10, $5 for seniors and $10 for general admission. Tickets may be purchased online, in the River HomeLink office or at the door.

Salem, Ore. – Mega Millions could make someone’s holiday a lot brighter – with a jackpot now estimated at $965 million, the largest since the week of Christmas 2024. On December 20, 2024, the jackpot stood at $862 million before being won on December 27 for $1.269 billion, the 5th largest Mega Millions jackpot of all time.

Friday’s jackpot is the 8th largest Mega Millions jackpot in history. Since the current jackpot run up began on June 28, Oregon has seen 654,567 winners and more than $4.3 million in total Mega Millions game winnings. Approximately a third of sales from the game are returned to state beneficiaries to support economic development, education, veteran services, state parks and more.

“We always see interest and excitement build when our jackpot games grow into record territory,” said Tina Erickson, Oregon Lottery’s product manager. “It’s fun to see players across Oregon win prizes and boost our support of state programs.”

Oregon Lottery retailers who sell lottery games also earn commissions from the increase in ticket sales and bonus payments for lower tier wins. For instance, a retail location that sells a $1 million ticket would earn a $10,000 bonus.

To date, Oregon’s biggest Mega Millions win was a $4 million prize claimed on July 29, 2024 purchased in King City.

Mega Millions tickets cost $5 each and can be purchased until 6:59 p.m. on the day of the drawing. Drawings are on Tuesday and Friday nights. Mega Millions is a multi-state jackpot operated by 45 states, plus the District of Columbia and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

The Oregon Lottery recommends that you always sign the back of your ticket to ensure you can claim your prize. In the event of winning a jackpot, players should consult with a trusted financial planner or similar professional to develop a plan for their winnings. Players have one year from the date of the drawing to claim their prize.

Celebrating 40 years of selling games since April 25, 1985, Oregon Lottery has earned more than $16.5 billion for economic development, public education, outdoor school, state parks, veteran services, and watershed enhancements. For more information on the Oregon Lottery visit www.oregonlottery.org.

On 11/12/25 at approximately 2128 hrs a witness called 911 to report finding a collision near the 26600 block of NE 182nd Ave, Battle Ground, WA.   Two vehicles were involved in a collision resulting in significant injuries.  One of the occupants succumbed to their injuries at the scene and the two other occupants were transported to the hospital.  The Clark County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Homicide Unit was called out to conduct an investigation.  The roadway will be closed during the investigation. This case is active pending further investigation. 

On Wednesday, November 12th, 2025, the Lincoln City Police Department received a request from the Oregon State Police at the Cape Lookout Ranger Station for tracking a fleeing felony suspect. A Lincoln City Police K9 handler, along with K9 Nix, responded to the area. They were familiar with the area due to a response the previous day to the same park. K9 Nix successfully tracked the suspect, 34-year-old Alexander Eaton, of Salem Oregon hiding in the nearby forest. Once cornered, Eaton surrendered to Law Enforcement. Eaton was transported to the Tillamook County Jail and lodged on felony charges. That investigation continues.

We would like to express our thanks to the Citizens of Lincoln City for their ongoing support of our K9 Program. We have experienced many peaceful surrenders based on the presence of our K9 partners and are pleased to support our neighboring Agencies with their hard work.

MULTNOMAH COUNTY, Ore. (MCSO) – The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) is investigating a crash that killed a 68-year-old bicyclist.

This investigation began at approximately 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, when emergency dispatchers with the Bureau of Emergency Communications (BOEC) received information about a person down near 9920 South Riverside Drive.

Portland Fire & Rescue, American Medical Response (AMR), and Portland Police Bureau (PPB) all responded.

When first responders arrived, they found a 68-year-old man with traumatic injuries.

Community members on-scene had already started life-saving efforts. However, the man died on scene.

PPB activated its Major Crash Team. During the initial investigation, law enforcement determined the crash occurred in a MCSO patrol district.

PPB notified MCSO and an on-duty deputy assigned to the East County Vehicular Crimes Team responded to assist with the investigation.

Based on the preliminary investigation, the bicyclist was traveling south, lost control of his bike after potentially hitting a rock on the shoulder of the roadway, fell, and was then struck by an SUV traveling south.

Initial first responders found a bicycle helmet on scene, which they believe the 68-year-old victim was wearing at the time of the crash.

The driver, a 32-year-old man, remained on scene.

At this time, no arrests have been made and no citations issued. Once the investigation is complete, it will be submitted to the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office (MCDA) for review.

MCDA will make a charging decision based on the available evidence and upon conducting a legal analysis.

The bicyclist is identified as Rutilo Moreno Jorge.

MCSO recognizes the assistance of PPB’s Major Crash Team for their initial response and assistance with this investigation and the Lake Oswego Police Department and Oregon Department of Transportation for assisting with traffic control.

MCSO also commends the efforts of the community members who provided immediate care to Mr. Jorge.

The East County Vehicular Crimes Team (VCT) is comprised of specially trained law enforcement members from the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office, Gresham Police Department and Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office. VCT is responsible for investigating serious and deadly vehicle crashes and crimes in Gresham, Fairview, Maywood Park, Troutdale, Wood Village and unincorporated Multnomah County.

If anyone has any information regarding this incident, they are asked to contact 503-988-0560 and reference case number 25-44005.

No additional details are available for release.

No photos from the scene are available.

The information contained in this news release is based on a preliminary review of the details available to the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office. As the investigation progresses, information may change.

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Contact:
Sammuel Hawkins, Outreach & Public Programs Manager
Clark County Historical Museum
Email: Outreach@cchmuseum.org | Phone: 360-993-5679

Clark County Historical Museum Unveils New Exhibit: Echoes of Fort Vancouver: How the Fur Trade Shaped Clark County

Opening Reception: Saturday, December 13, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main Street, Vancouver, WA 98660
Admission: Free and open to the public

VANCOUVER, WA (November 2025) – The Clark County Historical Museum (CCHM) is proud to announce the opening of its newest exhibit, Echoes of Fort Vancouver: How the Fur Trade Shaped Clark County, debuting Saturday, December 13, 2025. The opening reception will take place from 5:00 to 7:00 PM and is free and open to the public.

Timed to coincide with the 200th anniversary of the Hudson’s Bay Company’s (HBC) Fort Vancouver, this exhibit explores how centuries of trade—beginning with Indigenous networks that predate European contact—transformed the region into a vital center of commerce and culture.

Exhibit Highlights

Echoes of Fort Vancouver guides visitors through centuries of exchange and adaptation—beginning with the extensive Indigenous trade networks that crisscrossed the Pacific Northwest, through the maritime fur trade of the 18th century, and into the establishment of Fort Vancouver in 1825. The exhibit also examines the lasting impact of trade on the county’s industries, agriculture, and cultural landscape.

Key exhibit sections include:

• Crossroads and Trade Routes: The Indigenous trade systems of the region before European contact.
   

• The Hudson’s Bay Company: The rise of one of the world’s most powerful trading enterprises and its North American expansion.
   

• Life at Fort Vancouver: A look at the diverse people and communities who lived and worked at the fort.
   

• Growth, Change, and Tension: How increasing American migration transformed the region.
   

• Industry and Agriculture: The roots of Clark County’s economic development.
   

• Asian American and Pacific Islander and Native Nations Today: The continuing contributions of Hawaiian and Native communities in shaping Clark County.
   

The exhibit features historic maps, artwork, and artifacts, including depictions of HBC’s vast territories, reconstructed views of Fort Vancouver, and 17th-century fur trade imagery from the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

A special section, “Impact of the Fur Trade,” highlights how the overharvesting of beaver populations and environmental changes still resonate today—contrasting 19th-century exploitation with modern conservation efforts.

The Clark County Historical Museum gratefully acknowledges the support of our exhibit sponsors, whose partnership has made this exhibition possible:

Clark College Foundation

C-TRAN

Heritage Bank

RealVest

Riverview Bank

WSU Vancouver (WSUV)

About the Clark County Historical Museum

Since 1964, the Clark County Historical Museum has preserved and shared the history, art, and culture of Southwest Washington. Through exhibits, lectures, tours, and community programs, CCHM connects people with the past to build a stronger future for Clark County.

DPSST NFPA Airport Firefighter Task Force

MEETING SCHEDULED

Notice of Regular Meeting

The Deparment of Public Safety Standards and Training's NFPA Airport Task Force will hold a regular meeting at 0900 on November 13, 2025.The meeting will be held in Room A-145 at the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST or Department) located at 4190 Aumsville Hwy SE, Salem, Oregon 97317. A request for an interpreter for the deaf or hearing impared or for other accommodations for persons with disabilities should be made before the meeting by calling Brooke Bell-Uribe at 503-569-8260 or at rooke.Bell-Uribe@dpsst.oregon.gov?subject=NFPA%20Airport%20Firefighter%20Task%20Force%20Accommodations">Brooke.Bell-Uribe@dpsst.oregon.gov. 

To view the NFPA Airport Firefighter Task Froce Meeting's live-stream and other recorded videos, please visit DPSST’s official YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/@DPSST/streams.

Agenda Items:

This agenda is a guideline. Depending on the decisions and directions of the Task Force, this agenda is subject to change at the discretion of the Chair and Task Force memembers.

•  Meeting called to order at 0900
• Rules of Engagment
• Establish the Chair and Vice Chair of the committee
• Discussion identifying changes between the 2019 Edition of NFPA 1003 and the 2024 Edition of NFPA 1010
• Discuss NFPA Airport Firefighter Application for Certification
• DiscussNFPA Airport Firefighter Task Books
• Discuss NFPA Airport Firefighter Guide to Certification
• Discuss OAR as related to NFPA 1010

Administrative Announcement

This is a public meeting, subject to the public meeting law and it will be recorded. Deliberation of issues will only be conducted by NFPA Firefighter Task Force members unless permitted by the Chair. Individuals who engage in disruptive behavior that impedes official business will be asked to stop being disruptive or leave the meeting. Additional measures may be taken to have disruptive individuals removed if their continued presence poses a safety risk to the other persons in the room or makes it impossible to continue the meeting.

Property liens waived for correction of code violations.

• New Lien Forgiveness Program benefits property owners and the community
• Program forgives liens for unpaid civil penalties and derelict structure fees if all Property Maintenance Code violations are corrected.
• Program began November 10, 2025, and all work must be completed by June 30, 2026

Salem, Ore. – Clearing property code violations just got easier. Salem is now offering a new Lien Forgiveness Program for property owners in the city that have received property code violations and have been unable to pay them.
 

Participants in the new lien forgiveness program will repair or restore their properties, correcting any code violations before June 30, 2026, and the City will forgive unpaid penalties and derelict structure fees.
 

The City of Salem Lien Forgiveness Program is a temporary program designed to encourage property owners to voluntarily correct public nuisances such as trash and debris, derelict structures, and other Property Maintenance Code violations on their properties, in exchange for the forgiving of City liens.
 

“This new program has been created to help property owners alleviate the financial burden of liens for distressed properties and reduces barriers for property transfers and property rehabilitation; benefiting the property owner and the community,” said Mitch Nickolds, Salem’s Compliance Services Manager and designated Health Officer.
 

Salem currently has 321 liens valued at $810,104 and there are 72 properties with City liens eligible for forgiveness. The City anticipates that participation in this program will provide a decrease in inspection services and associated costs of monitoring uncorrected Property Maintenance Violations.

Applicants can learn more about the program and download the application form at https://www.cityofsalem.net/community/neighborhoods/report-concerns/code-enforcement. Additional information about Salem’s Lien Forgiveness Program is available by calling 503-588-6421 or emailing mnickolds@cityofsalem.net.

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OHA data show poor air quality linked to more emergency visits

Our community members and media partners are invited to attend a facility preview event to get updates on the planned Tigard Police and Public Works facility.

WHEN: Monday, November 17^th: drop in anytime between 5:30 – 8PM

WHERE: Burgess Community Room at the Tigard Public Library (13500 SW Hall Blvd.)

WHAT: See a 3D model of the current design for the first time, chat with the architect and builder teams, learn about bond options, ask questions and give your feedback! Kids activities and snacks will be provided for free.

WHO: This event will bring together City of Tigard staff working on this project, elected officials and external partners, including Otak (project manager), Scott Edwards Architecture (architect) and P&C I Perlo (construction manager / general contractor). Interviews will be available on site.

A safe, updated building will ensure our first responders can continue delivering essential services to our community when they’re needed the most. This proposed bond for May 2026 will fund a new, integrated home for our police and public works teams that will allow us to respond faster and more effectively to everyday issues and in times of crisis.

By passing the proposed bond, we can also:

• Protect our first responders, so they can continue to do their jobs protecting us,
• Better prepare our city and our community for an emergency or natural disaster, including the construction of a safe, modern Emergency Operations Center,
• Improve our public safety and public works services for everyone in Tigard, whether it’s responding to a street repair or a police call,
• Plan thoughtfully for our long-term community needs.

Learn more about the project and get updates as we move forward at www.tigard-or.gov/BuildingABetterTigard.

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Gresham, Ore.— On November 6^th, Gresham police officers responded to a report of two people fighting at a video lottery establishment near SE 182^nd Ave and SE Powell Blvd.  Officers arrived to find 35-year-old David Lomas unconscious in the parking lot.  Lomas was pronounced deceased shortly after arrival at the hospital.   An autopsy determined Lomas died of blunt force trauma. 

Detectives with the East County Major Crimes Team learned Lomas had been involved in a physical fight with 35-year-old Richard Henderson moments before he collapsed.  This morning, detectives and East Metro SWAT served a warrant at Henderson’s residence in the 200 block of SE Vista Ave.  Henderson was taken into custody without incident.  He was booked into Multnomah County Jail for Manslaughter in the Second Degree.

Police are asking anyone with information about this incident to contact Detective Martin Daly at tin.Daly@GreshamOregon.gov">Martin.Daly@GreshamOregon.gov or Detective Lindsay Friderich at iderich@GreshamOregon.gov">Lindsay.Friderich@GreshamOregon.gov.

No additional information is being released at this time.

SALEM, Ore. — The Regional Forest Practice Committee for eastern Oregon will meet virtually at 9 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 17. To join virtually, please use the Teams video conference information found on the agenda.

The committee’s agenda includes:

• Operator of the Year decision

The public may attend online via Teams. Accommodations for people with disabilities, and special materials, services, or assistance can be arranged by calling at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting at 503-945-7200 or by email at estryinformation@odf.oregon.gov">forestryinformation@odf.oregon.gov.

Regional Forest Practices Committees are panels of citizens – mandated under Oregon law – that advise the Oregon Board of Forestry and may assist the Board of Forestry in developing appropriate forest practice rules. The committees are comprised of citizens qualified by education or experience in natural resource management. In 1971, the legislature enacted Oregon’s Forest Practices Act which includes three Regional Forest Practices Committees, serving the Eastern, Northwest, and Southwest regions of the state. Under Oregon law, a majority of the committees’ members must be private forest landowners and logging or forest operations companies.

Oregon’s forests are among the state’s most valued resources, providing a balanced mix of environmental, economic, and social benefits. View more information on the RFPC webpage.

PORTLAND, Ore. — Portland General Electric plans and prepares year-round for inclement and extreme weather conditions and encourages customers to be prepared, too. As winter approaches, the potential for weather-related power outages caused by strong wind, snow and ice grows each day.

Our goal is to keep the lights on for our customers. That’s why we’re always working to run the grid safely and reliably. We prepare for storms and extreme weather by trimming trees near power lines, using advanced weather forecasts and monitoring conditions with high-tech tools like our AI-powered cameras and weather stations.

Important safety information:

• If you see a downed power line:
  • Never touch a downed power line – or anything else the line is touching.
  • Always assume powerlines are live and stay at least 50 feet away (that’s a little longer than a city bus).
  • You should always assume downed power lines are electrified and extremely dangerous, they don’t have to spark or sizzle to be live.
  • If you see downed power lines, call 911, then report it to PGE at 503-464-7777.

Things customers can do now to prepare:

• Prepare an outage kit that includes:           
  • Flashlight or headlamps                                                      
  • Battery-powered or hand crank radio and alarm clock or watch
  • Car charger for your cell phone, laptop or tablet
  • 72-hour supply of ready-to-eat food and water
  • Any required medications
  • Extra blankets
  • Bottled water for people and animals
• Be familiar with safe cooking, heating and lighting practices. Information on safe generator use and other safety tips are available on portlandgeneral.com/safety.
• If you have an electric garage door opener, learn how to operate it manually.
• For more winter-ready tips, visit portlandgeneral.com/beprepared.

What to do if your power goes out.

For customers whose power is out, PGE offers several ways to get updates or report an outage:

• Text updates: Please make sure PGE has your contact information up to date so we can provide you with outage information via text message (outage texts are currently available for residential and small business customers with fewer than six accounts).
• Online: Go to portlandgeneral.com/outage to view PGE’s outage map, which is the best place to go for real-time outage information.
• App: Download the PGE app at the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Links also available at portlandgeneral.com/app.
• Phone: Call 503-464-7777 or 800-544-1795 to report a power outage or downed line through our automated system. Customers can also request a call back when power is restored.

About Portland General Electric Company

Portland General Electric (NYSE: POR) is an integrated energy company that generates, transmits and distributes electricity to nearly 950,000 customers serving an area of 1.9 million Oregonians. Since 1889, Portland General Electric (PGE) has been powering social progress, delivering safe, affordable, reliable and increasingly clean electricity while working to transform energy systems to meet evolving customer needs. PGE customers have set the standard for prioritizing clean energy with the No. 1 voluntary renewable energy program in the country. PGE was ranked the No. 1 utility in the 2024 Forrester U.S. Customer Experience Index and is committed to reducing emissions from its retail power supply by 80% by 2030 and 100% by 2040. In 2024, PGE employees, retirees and the PGE Foundation donated $5.5 million and volunteered nearly 23,000 hours to more than 480 nonprofit organizations. For more information visit www.PortlandGeneral.com/news

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Media hotline: 503-813-6018

Stay Safe This Fall: Top Home Safety Tips
Autumn is an ideal time to tackle maintenance projects around your home and yard

PORTLAND, OR. (Nov. 12, 2025) — As leaves change and fall weather settles over the Pacific Northwest, the chill in the air is a timely reminder to look around your yard and take care of home maintenance.

“Fall is a great time to check the condition of your trees and a good opportunity to prune them before they become an issue once storms start,” said Jeremy Gee, Pacific Power’s vice president of health and safety. “Winter storms often cause branches to fall, leading to power outages. Take a moment to check around your property for trees or limbs that could damage power lines if they came down. A little preventive action now can help you avoid future outages and the inconvenience they bring.”

Use caution when pruning trees. Don't use pruning tools or ladders near power lines. Always keep yourself and anything you're handling at least 10 feet away from overhead power lines. Never try to remove a branch that is tangled or lying across a power line. Instead, call Pacific Power at
1-888-221-7070. We'll be happy to remove it for you.

Some additional tips for fall safety:

• Treat all electric lines with caution.
   
• Use only wooden and fiberglass ladders. Metal ladders conduct electricity.
   
• Be aware and steer clear of overhead electrical wires when installing, removing, cleaning or repairing gutters.
   
• Never use electrical equipment or tools near a pool or other wet areas such as puddles. Additionally, make sure outlets are equipped with a ground fault circuit interrupter, designed to automatically disconnect if the tool comes into contact with water.
   
• Plant trees and shrubs away from meters, switching cabinets and boxed transformers. Vegetation that blocks electrical equipment makes repairs and maintenance challenging and sometimes dangerous for utility workers.
   
• Have help when installing or adjusting a satellite dish or antenna. Make sure you’re working at least 10 feet away from overhead power lines.
   
• Underground power lines are just as dangerous as overhead ones. If your project involves digging, make sure the locations of underground power lines are marked. Call 811 to have underground utilities located and marked for free.

For more safety tips or to order free Pacific Power safety materials, call toll free at 800-375-7085 or visit PacificPower.net/Safety.

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About Pacific Power

Pacific Power provides safe and reliable electric service to 800,000 customers in Oregon, Washington and California. The company supplies customers with electricity from a diverse portfolio of generating plants including hydroelectric, thermal, wind, geothermal and solar resources. Pacific Power is part of PacifiCorp, one of the lowest-cost electricity producers in the United States, with 2 million customers in six western states. For more information, visit PacificPower.net.

PORTLAND, Ore. – Across the nation, community colleges are seeing fewer first-generation and low-income students complete their degree programs. At Portland Community College, this national decline is colliding with a local reality of recovering enrollment and increasing financial pressure for a turning point at the state’s largest postsecondary institution.

Yet amid these challenges, PCC has found opportunity. With the support of federal, state and philanthropic partners, the college is reshaping how it approaches student success. Under these pressures, PCC has become increasingly strategic in how it sees students' success by instituting the First-Year Experience (FYE).

While most community colleges in the country have similar first-year experience programs (estimates are at 80%), PCC employed a design team made up of staff from different departments to create a first-year experience that would be tailored specifically to the college. This student-centered initiative is designed to support new students during one of the most critical times in their educational journey: their very first year of college.

“Creating a sense of belonging and connection for students is incredibly important,” said Josh Laurie, dean of College Success Programs. “That first term, second term and that first year are crucial for building student momentum.”

A Strong Start for First-Generation Students

Starting college can be overwhelming, especially for first-generation students who often have no family roadmap to follow. PCC’s new FYE program aims to change that by surrounding students with personalized guidance and connection from day one.

FYE builds on the success of nationally recognized Future Connect, a mentoring program launched in 2011 that pairs first-generation and low-income students with dedicated coaches and scholarships. After FYE’s pilot year in 2024–25 that reached approximately 2,000 first-time, first-generation students, PCC expanded the effort to include “all first-time-in-college” students, about 5,000 this fall.

Each participant is paired with a FYE coach, who provides one-on-one guidance throughout the academic year. Coaches text students weekly, remind them about campus resources and events, and help them navigate challenges from financial aid to course registration.

“Our First-Year Experience coaches provide holistic, wraparound support to every single student,” said Jana Daugherty, program coordinator. “They support the whole human, not just the individual in class.”

This includes connecting students with all PCC on-campus resources like the Student Basic Needs Center for referrals to childcare, PCC Panther Pantry, counseling, bike rentals, transit passes, as well as off-campus resources like housing and more.

Connecting Students Through Pathways 

To deepen that support, PCC has embedded six FYE coaches within its guided pathways or academic grouping. This alignment allows coaches to connect students to one another and pathway-specific opportunities and resources.

“This year, what we did is we connected coaches to every guided pathway,” Laurie explained. “Now they have a very specific pathway they're aligned with to better serve students.”

That personalized connection helps students see how their studies fit into long-term goals while ensuring no one slips through the cracks. Daugherty said the outreach begins even before students step into class.

“Coaches reach out weekly, usually it’s a text message,” she said. “Even if students don’t engage every time, they know they’re not alone on this journey.”

FYE also includes an interactive online module hosted on D2L, PCC’s learning platform. Modeled after the college’s “success courses,” the module gamifies learning as students complete weekly levels, earn badges, and can qualify for scholarships by finishing all levels.

Last year’s pilot showed strong early results: FYE met nearly all its goals for retention, grade-point average and credit completion, and about half of all students regularly engaged with their coaches. Those outcomes encouraged the college to scale up the program across all campuses.

A Community Investment

PCC designed FYE with long-term sustainability in mind. Its braided funding model combines general fund support, private donations and foundation grants.

The PCC Foundation received one of its largest gifts by an individual donor to fund the initiative. The $1 million gift pledge by Brigid Flanigan, who is founder and principal of Tenfold Senior Living, is helping build and expand the offerings and support. The pledge will be fulfilled at $200,000 per year over five years.

Laurie said other foundations like the Oregon Community Foundation and Meyer Memorial Trust also have provided funding. 

Faculty and staff are also playing a role. Course rosters now include an FYE attribute identifying participating students, allowing instructors to offer extra encouragement and connect them with their coaches when needed. Ultimately, the FYE is about more than numbers, it is about belonging.

“I would say first-generation students show up as really brave,” Daugherty said. “Our college community is so much better because of all of them.”

Laurie agrees. “When I see texts from students saying, ‘Thank you for this. I’m so excited for next week,’ that’s really special,” he said. “Those moments remind us why this work matters.”

For more information visit the pcc.edu/first-year and meet FYE’s staff.

About Portland Community College: Founded in 1961, Portland Community College is the largest post-secondary institution in Oregon and provides training, degree and certificate completion, and lifelong learning to more than 57,000 full- and part-time students in Multnomah, Washington, Yamhill, Clackamas, and Columbia counties. PCC has four comprehensive campuses, 10 education centers or areas served, and approximately 200 community locations in the Portland metropolitan area. The PCC district encompasses a 1,500-square-mile area in northwest Oregon and offers two-year degrees, one-year certificate programs, short-term training, alternative education, pre-college courses and life-long learning.

Visit PCC news on the web at http://news.pcc.edu/

For B-ROLL footage, visit PCC campus and student life highlight reel.

In past years, the City of Salem partnered with Marion County to host a Fall Leaf Haul; however, that program was discontinued in 2024 due to declining attendance. We thank everyone who participated and volunteered at this event through the years.

Travelers are also asked to use caution during wet leaf season. Wet leaves on roadways can make pavement slippery at intersections and for pedestrians and cyclists.

If you see issues with a storm drain or need to report flooding, contact Public Works Dispatch, at 503-588-6311 or service@cityofsalem.net.

Oregon Heritage Commission has awarded $378,971 in grants to 31 organizations throughout the state. The grants will help fund a variety of projects including collection preservation and access, research, oral history, exhibits, and performance projects. Award amounts ranged $1,656 - $20,000.

Funded projects:

• Applegate House Heritage Arts and Education to create a plan for storage and care of collections.
• Centro Cultural, in Cornelius, to provide Ballet Folklorico program.
• Chehalem Culture Center, in Newberg, to develop traveling trunks for grades 3-5.
• City of Salem to complete archaeological excavation and testing to local and document the remains of the structure and artifacts of the Oregon Methodist Mission Indian Manual Labor Training School.
• City of St. Helens to digitize and make available the “St. Helens Chronicle” on the University of Oregon Historic Oregon Newpapers website.
• Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation, in Pendleton, to support collections care.
• Coquille Indian Tribe, in Coos Bay, to develop and fabricate a display for the traditional dugout canoe fragment housed at the South Slough Reserve visitor center.
• Crossroads Art Center, in Baker City, to complete an assessment of 10 wagons on display at the National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center.
• Eagle Point Friends of the Library, in Eagle Point, to digitize the “Upper Rogue/Eagle Point Independent” newspaper.
• Egyptian Theatre Preservation Association, in Coos Bay, to conduct a structural analysis of the theatre’s fly loft.
• Hellenic-American Cultural Center and Museum, in Portland, research and document Greek Americans and Greek American communities across Oregon.
• Japanese American Museum of Oregon, in Portland, to create an exhibition on Japanese American contributions to democracy and increasing participatory democracy through action.
• Jefferson County Historical Society and Museum, in Madras, for HVAC in the museum.
• Josephy Center for Arts and Culture, in Joseph, to provide and document a visit to Sis-nim-mux for Nez Perce community members Wallowa exploring campsites, food, burial and vision quest sites.
• Keepers of Heceta Head Lighstation, in Lane County, to update interpretive signs at Heceta Head Lightstation.
• Oregon Fire Service Museum, Memorial & Learning Center, in Brooks, to restore four iron bases and columns salvaged from the Capitol Building that burned in 1935 and install them on a memorial courtyard.
• University of Oregon Museum of Natural and Cultural History, in Eugene, to complete a field school at the Applegate House in Douglas County and complete the processing of information and materials gathered from the field school.
• Oregon Rail Heritage Foundation, in Portland, to install operational systems onto the boiler and tender of the steam locomotive.
• Portland Art Museum to conserve, catalog, and research the objects associated with Oregon Tribes.
• Rainier Oregon Historical Museum, in Rainier, to complete nine oral histories and establish listening kiosk at the museum.
• Sandy Historical Society to complete an assessment of the museum’s collections.
• Siuslaw Pioneer Museum, in Florence, to produce walking tours.
• Southern Oregon Historical Society, in Medford, to make available online over 6,000 glass plate negatives of photographer Peter Britt.
• Springfield Museum to purchase exhibit cases.
• Vanport Mosaic, in Portland, to establish a community-centered framework to transform the collection into a sustainable, publicly accessible archive.
• Tillamook County Pioneer Museum, to assess the Indigenous collection in pursuit of NAGPRA compliance.
• University of Oregon, in Eugene, to complete pedestrian survey for and documentation of culturally modified trees within the Willamette National Forest.
• Upper Rogue Historical Society and Trail Tavern Museum, in Trail, to repair the floor of the museum.
• Nez Perce Wallowa Homeland, in Wallowa, to upgrade the interpretive center storage and displays.
• Wetlands Conservancy, in Portland, to enhance water quality and wildlife habitat at four urban wetlands in the Portland metropolitan area through an Indigenous-led assessment and restoration approach.
• Willamette Heritage Center, in Salem, to complete preservation assessments on historic buildings at the site.

This competitive grant program is for qualifying organizations, and is offered once per biennium for projects that conserve, develop or interpret Oregon’s heritage. It is a program of the Oregon Heritage Commission. The Commission works to secure, sustain and enhance Oregon’s heritage. The Commission consists of nine members appointed by the governor and nine agency advisors. Members are chosen from state agencies and statewide organizations, and represent diverse geographical and cultural backgrounds.

The Commission is part of Oregon Heritage, a division of Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. To learn more about the Oregon Heritage Grant or the Oregon Heritage Commission, visit www.oregonheritage.org or contact Kuri Gill at i.gill@oprd.oregon.gov">Kuri.gill@oprd.oregon.gov or 503-986-0685.

An Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC) adult in custody, William Booker Justham, Jr., died the afternoon of November 11, 2025. Justham was incarcerated at Oregon State Penitentiary (OSP) in Salem and passed away in the infirmary while on hospice care. As with all in-custody deaths, the Oregon State Police have been notified, and the State Medical Examiner will determine cause of death.

Justham entered DOC custody on September 7, 2021, from Linn County with an earliest release date of May 28, 2040. Justham was 89 years old. Next of kin has been notified.

DOC takes all in-custody deaths seriously. The agency is responsible for the care and custody of approximately 12,000 men and women who are incarcerated in 12 institutions across the state. While crime information is public record, DOC elects to disclose only upon request out of respect for any family or victims.

OSP is a multi-custody prison located in Salem. Additional information about the Oregon Department of Corrections can be found at www.oregon.gov/doc.

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Washougal School District is seeking applications from District residents interested in being appointed to committees to write the “for” and “against” statements for the Clark and Skamania County Local Voters’ Pamphlets related to the District’s following two ballot measures to be considered at the February 10, 2026 election: Renewal Educational Programs and Operation Levy, and Renewal Capital Levy for Educational Technology, Health and Safety Improvements.

Interested residents should send their name, address, email address, phone number and committee name (or which position they represent) to: Kori Kelly, Administrative Assistant, Washougal School District, 4855 Evergreen Way, Washougal, WA 98671 or via email at i.kelly@washougalsd.org">kori.kelly@washougalsd.org by noon on December 3, 2025. The Board will take action on the appointments at its December 9, 2025 meeting. Contact information for individuals appointed by the Board may be listed in the local voters’ pamphlet. For more information, please reference the Clark County “Election Guide for Jurisdictions and Local Voters’ Pamphlet Administrative Rules” available at: https://clark.wa.gov/elections/jurisdictions.

On Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 4:13 a.m., deputies serving the city of Cornelius responded to a report of an explosive device being thrown at a door near the 300 block of N 10^th Avenue in Cornelius. After coming out and taking a closer look at the damage, the 911 caller found multiple bullet holes in the door of the home. Thankfully, no one was injured by the explosion or the gunfire.

Responding deputies contacted the Washington County Community Violence Reduction Team (CoVRT) and the Metro Explosives Disposal Unit to assist in the investigation. During the investigation, deputies discovered this was a targeted attack and believed the suspect was known to the victim. Deputies called on additional resources to help in arresting the suspect and shared concerns that he may have a firearm and additional explosive devices.

The Tactical Negotiations Team (TNT), Crisis Negotiations Unit (CNU), Remotely Operated Vehicle Team (ROVT), and Incident Management Team (IMT) responded. Investigators with CoVRT applied for a search warrant at a home near the 13000 block of SW Cottontail Lane in Beaverton, where the suspect, 37-year-old Samuel Lund, lived.

At about 10:30 p.m., before executing a search warrant, investigators saw Lund leaving the home on a bicycle, heading towards SW Scholls Ferry Road, where they intercepted and took him into custody. Investigators then served the search warrant on Lund’s home, discovering additional explosive devices.

Lund was transported to the Washington County Jail and charged by the District Attorney’s Office on the following charges:

• Attempted Murder in the First Degree (x4)
• Attempted Murder in the Second
• Arson in the First Degree
• Unlawful Use of a Weapon (x4)
• Felon in Possession of a Firearm
• Unlawful Manufacture of a Destructive Device
• Unlawful Possession of a Destructive Device

If you witnessed the incident in Cornelius and have not yet spoken to investigators, please contact non-emergency dispatch at 503-629-0111 referencing case number 57-22-1150. 

Saturday, November 22 | 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Willamette Heritage Center – Spinning Room, Salem, Oregon

SALEM, Ore. – The Salem Multicultural Institute (SMI) and World Beat Festival invite the community to experience the sights, sounds, and flavors of the world at this year’s World Beat Holiday Market. The event will take place Saturday, November 22, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Willamette Heritage Center’s Spinning Room at 1313 Mill Street SE in Salem.

For just $5 admission, guests can shop a diverse selection of handcrafted works by artisans representing cultures from across the globe—while helping support SMI and World Beat’s year-round cultural and educational programming. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, these events depend on community support to continue fostering cross-cultural exchange, creating economic opportunities, and showcasing global traditions.

“Salem has more than 106 languages spoken in our school district,” said Terry Romero, Marketing Director for the World Beat Festival. “Our diversity is what makes us great—and the Holiday Market is a joyful way to celebrate that together.”

Attendees can browse an extraordinary variety of goods, including:

• Artisan Mexican crafts, Ghanaian drums and jewelry, Celtic and Scandinavian gifts, and Native American beadwork.
   

• Ukrainian art, Micronesian earrings, forged knives, island textiles, organic teas, jams and preserves, candles, soaps, and more.
   

• Live pottery demonstrations, personalized ornaments, and henna art.
   

When it’s time for a break, guests can enjoy delicious global eats, including shrimp or chicken creole from Cajun Cookin’, fresh beignets, and chocolate-covered strawberries with pistachios.

A 50/50 cash raffle will also be held, with the drawing at 5:30 p.m. (winner need not be present to claim their prize).

Follow World Beat on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, or visit WorldBeat.org and SalemMulticultural.org to learn more about exhibits, programs, and upcoming cultural events.

About the Salem Multicultural Institute & World Beat: The Salem Multicultural Institute (SMI) and its signature event, the World Beat Festival, celebrate the cultural richness of our community. Through year-round exhibits, performances, and educational programs, SMI strives to create opportunities for cross-cultural understanding and appreciation of the many traditions that make Salem unique. www.SalemMulticultural.org, 503-581-2004.

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Tuesday, November 11, 2025

BEND, OR — In the 19^th and early 20^th centuries, illustrated maps and advertisements functioned as powerful enticements to attract new inhabitants to the West. Opening Saturday, November 15 at the High Desert Museum, Drawn West: A History of Promoting Place explores a century of salesmanship, when artists and cartographers alike crafted an image of the West that depicted both fact and fiction.

The visually engaging exhibition will feature 50-plus maps, artworks and advertisements from the Museum’s extensive collections, including work by prominent Western artists Frederic Remington, Charles M. Russell, Edward B. Quigley and Edward Borein. Visitors will explore the decades of westward expansion, as roads, railroads, national parks and ski resorts began to sprout across the landscape.

“The Museum is privileged to care for some truly amazing historical documents and artworks, and this exhibition incorporates some truly engaging, special pieces from our vault,” said Museum Executive Director Dana Whitelaw, Ph.D. “Drawn West brings together these items into a visual history of how narratives about the West took shape.”

The West’s inspiring mountains, broad plateaus and rapid rivers have long evoked a strong connection to a mythic Western character. Artists often represented Western cultures and landscapes through a romantic lens, at times infusing myth into marketing.

Leveraging the Museum’s collection of 29,000 objects, the exhibition is divided into five sections: Westward Expansion, Railroads, Roads, Recreation and Reclamation–covering 100 years of change.

Each section dives into not only the national and legal challenges but also the regional response as more people moved West–all from the lens of the artists, cartographers and marketers of the time. From the growth of cities and towns along railways in the High Desert to the first Pendleton Round-Up in 1910 and the construction of the Bonneville Dam in the 1930s, each artwork, map and advertisement on display tells a story of near-constant change.

Some of the illustrated maps and art on display include Portrait of Crowfoot, a watercolor on paper by Russell, as well as Russell’s first article published in Harper’s Weekly in 1888, Caught in the Act. The article detailed the harsh realities of inadequate food supplies for Indigenous peoples forced onto reservations to make way for Euro-American settlement. Russell was known for publicly condemning the government-sponsored settlement of the West and its effect on Indigenous peoples. An original homestead deed from 1907 stands in stark contrast to the detailed painting.

Classic Bronco, a bronze statue by Edward B. Quigley (1895-1984), depicts a bucking bronco and his rider. Quigley used his experiences participating in numerous cattle drives with the Yakama Nation as an inspiration for his art. A copy of Lansford Hastings’ Emigrants Guide to Oregon and California (1845) and a Harper’s Weekly cover illustration by Remington are also on display.

“These are original works by prominent Western artists, some of whom, like Russell, have entire museums dedicated to them,” Whitelaw said. “From an 1841 map of Oregon Territory by Charles Wilkes to bronzes by artists like Quigley to ski advertisements from the 1950s, the exhibition is an engaging look into how the stories of the High Desert were told throughout time.”

From myths and marketing to fact and fiction, Drawn West will encourage visitors to look closer at a century of advertising place. Learn more at highdesertmuseum.org/drawn-west.

Drawn West: A History of Promoting Place is on view through June 28, 2026. The exhibition is made possible by the James F. and Marion L. Miller Foundation, 100.1 FM KBND and the Visit Central Oregon Future Fund.

ABOUT THE MUSEUM: 

The HIGH DESERT MUSEUM opened in Bend, Oregon in 1982. It brings together wildlife, cultures, art, history and the natural world to convey the wonder of North America’s High Desert. The Museum is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization accredited by the American Alliance of Museums and the Association of Zoos & Aquariums, is a Smithsonian Affiliate, was the 2019 recipient of the Western Museums Association’s Charles Redd Award for Exhibition Excellence and was a 2021 recipient of the National Medal for Museum and Library Service. To learn more, visit highdesertmuseum.org and follow us on TikTok, Facebook and Instagram. 

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Vancouver, Wash. – The Vancouver City Council unanimously voted to adopt a new flag after the community-led Flag Selection Committee presented its recommendation to the Council tonight.

“This flag is the result of thoughtful collaboration and creative input from across our community,” said Rose Mendoza, chair of the Flag Selection Committee. “Every element in the design reflects something meaningful about Vancouver, and it is a symbol we can all be proud of now and into the future.”

“Our new flag is a powerful reflection of who we are as a city,” said Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle. “It represents our natural surroundings, the iconic places that define Vancouver, and the creativity that makes our community special. This flag truly tells the story of a community on the rise.”

Residents were involved throughout the process. The City Council appointed a volunteer committee to select the flag from the 138 entries submitted. Once the committee selected the finalists, the City invited the public to provide feedback on them (1,438 responses were received). The committee used this feedback to inform deliberations and the final flag recommendation to the City Council. To ensure a fair and impartial selection process, all entries were reviewed anonymously, without identifying information. During the review, judges independently created two composite flags by combining elements from multiple submissions they felt worked well together. The original creators whose designs inspired these composites were credited for their contributions.  

Ultimately, the committee recommended a composite flag composed of elements from the flags created by Brooke Nugent and Nathan Hunter as the next flag for Vancouver. The new flag tells the story of a community shaped by the Columbia River, a deep sense of place, and the generations of people who have called this land home.

• The field of green symbolizes Vancouver’s natural environment, forests, parks, and commitment to sustainability.​
• The emblem draws inspiration from iconic Vancouver landmarks (Fort Vancouver, Salmon Run Bell Tower, and the Grant Street Pier). It is a nod to the past and a symbol of forward progress.​
• The white chevron is a strong V for Vancouver, a connection between the land and the water, and a path forward.​
• The field of blue represents the Columbia River and the community’s deep connection to the river that has shaped its culture, economy, and sense of place.

“Vancouver’s flag is meant to be shared, celebrated, and seen throughout our community and beyond,” said Communications Director Laura Shepard. “It is available for creative use, whether you want to print it on a T-shirt, make stickers, design merchandise, or even get a tattoo of the new flag. The only requirement is to keep the colors and layout true to the design. People can download the official files from our website and start creating.”

The new flag will be formally raised on the City Hall flagpole at approximately 3:00 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 28, followed by a community introduction and official prize presentation at 3:45 p.m. as part of the annual tree lighting celebration.

Visit Vancouver's Flag to learn more about the new flag.
 

PORTLAND, Ore.—A Lebanon, Oregon, man made his initial appearance today for possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) after being linked to images and groups on social media platforms, including Instagram and Telegram.

Jeremy Russell Bodell, 52, has been charged by criminal complaint with possession of child pornography.

According to court documents, on October 4, 2021, Instagram reported to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) the distribution of a single video between user “Kildrak Fireblade” and another user depicting child pornography. NCMEC identified Bodell as the likely subscriber of the phone number associated with the Instagram account “Kildrak Fireblade.”

In September 2025, during an investigation into CSAM trading groups, which are invite-only, non-public chat groups, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) came across the username “dax,” who was associated with the same phone number previously identified by NCMEC as belonging to Bodell. The username “dax” was a member of 15 separate CSAM trading groups, which share images, videos, and cloud storage links depicting CSAM. Phone records verified Bodell as the subscriber of the phone number associated with these accounts.

On November 7, 2025, HSI executed a federal search warrant at Bodell’s residence, person, and vehicle. During the execution of the search warrant, law enforcement seized Bodell’s cell phone and found evidence of CSAM, including membership in CSAM groups on social media applications, such as Telegram. Bodell’s gallery in his phone also contained saved images and videos of CSAM material.

During an interview, Bodell told investigators he was previously accused of sex abuse. HSI is investigating these allegations. At the end of the interview, Bodell was arrested for possession of CSAM.

Bodell made his first appearance in federal court today before a U.S. Magistrate Judge. He was ordered released with conditions pending further court proceedings.

This case is being investigated by HSI. It is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Eliza Carmen Rodriguez.

A criminal complaint is only an accusation of a crime, and a defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

Federal law defines child pornography as any visual depiction of sexually explicit conduct involving a minor. It is important to remember child sexual abuse material depicts actual crimes being committed against children. Not only do these images and videos document the victims’ exploitation and abuse, but when shared across the internet, re-victimize and re-traumatize the child victims each time their abuse is viewed. To learn more, please visit the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children at www.missingkids.org.

This case was brought in collaboration with Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative to combat the growing epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse, launched in May 2006 by the Department of Justice. Led by the U.S. Attorneys’ Offices and the DOJ’s Child Exploitation and Obscenity Section, Project Safe Childhood marshals federal, state, and local resources to locate, apprehend, and prosecute individuals who exploit children, as well as identify and rescue victims. For more information about Project Safe Childhood, please visit www.justice.gov/psc.

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Deschutes County District Attorney's Office

Deschutes County Sheriff's Office

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Steve Gunnels, District Attorney

541-771-6785

Stephen.Gunnels@dcda.us  

BEND, OR - On November 10, 2025, Deschutes County Judge Alison Emerson sentenced 41-year-old Portland resident Samson Garner to 30 years in prison for Attempted Murder and other charges related to the plan and actions that he took to carry out a mass shooting at an event at Smith Rock State Park in October of 2023.

Garner shared plans to show up at a climbing event to rampage through the event, shooting participants and spectators.  He was aware that a few hundred people would be attending. Garner also discussed his persistent thoughts about murder and vengeance and his desire to kill people and inflict intense feelings of shock and trauma on those who would watch but do nothing to help.

In August 2023, the day before the event was scheduled to begin, Garner drove from his residence in the Portland area, after a prolonged period of isolation in his house, to Deschutes County, where he was contacted by the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office and taken into custody.  He was in possession of multiple firearms, body armor, and a large cache of ammunition. He had packed a tactical vest to capacity with ammunition, including armor-piercing rounds.  

“The conviction of Samson Garner is the result of outstanding investigative work and interagency collaboration that undoubtedly saved lives,” said Sheriff Ty Rupert. “Our Detectives Unit, with vital support from Patrol Deputies, worked closely with the Portland Police Bureau and the Deschutes County District Attorney’s Office to track Garner’s movements, gather critical evidence, and build a strong case that ensured justice was served. Their professionalism, diligence, and commitment to protecting our community reflect the very best of the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office and demonstrate the power of proactive policing and strong partnerships in preventing acts of violence.”

The Portland Police Bureau, which first received information about Garner’s threats, and the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office worked together and performed admirably to stop Garner from carrying out his plan. They took his threats seriously and prevented what would have been a catastrophic mass-casualty incident, had Garner’s plans played out.

“The diligent work by law enforcement prevented a horrific tragedy,” said Portland Police Chief Bob Day. “The remarkable professionalism and seamless coordination across law enforcement—from PPB patrol officers and detectives to our threat assessment team, behavioral health, and our partners at the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office—ensured that nothing fell through the cracks. And it all began with a tip from the community who recognized that one individual could pose a significant danger.”

This case was prosecuted by Senior Deputy District Attorneys Mary Anderson and Stacy Neil on behalf of the Deschutes County District Attorney’s Office. After hearing testimony from dozens of witnesses and reviewing over 100 trial exhibits, the jury returned a verdict of guilty on all 26 felony charges.

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Please be advised that the Bulletin does not include all calls for service to which officers respond.  Many calls do not require that a report be written; such as:

•Traffic Stops

•Advising/Referring a Person to the Proper Agency to handle their request

•Restoring the Peace

•Premise Checks

•Welfare Checks

•Flagged Down by Citizen

The Multnomah Education Service District Board Finance Committee will meet at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2025. 
This meeting will be held virtually via Zoom.

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November 10, 2025

Media contact: Jonathan Modie, PHD.Communications@oha.oregon.gov

Oregon Cannabis Commission seeks to fill 3 open positions

PORTLAND, Ore. – The Oregon Cannabis Commission (OCC) is seeking candidates to fill open positions.

The OCC provides advice to Oregon Health Authority and the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission regarding Oregon Administrative Rules that govern medical cannabis, as well as retail cannabis, as it pertains to patients and caregivers. More information can be found on the OCC’s website at www.healthoregon.org/cannabiscommission.

The OCC governor-appointed positions are defined in 475C.930 and consist of the state health officer or designee and an eight-member panel. Members serve a term of four years each.

OCC is looking to fill three vacant positions: an attending provider as defined in ORS 475C.777; a local health officer, as described in ORS 431.418; and a person knowledgeable about research proposal grant protocols.

To apply, complete the electronic application on the governor’s Boards and Commissions website at https://www.oregon.gov/gov/Pages/board-list.aspx.

Note that only completed applications will be processed and considered for appointment. The application site lists items needed to apply, including:

• Uploaded resume (PDF only).
• Uploaded short personal bio.
• Responses to the general application and background questions.

Those unable to complete the form electronically should contact the Executive Appointments Office at executive.appointments@oregon.gov for assistance.

For more information or questions, email the board administrator, Megan Lockwood, at .lockwood@oha.oregon.gov" style="color: rgb(6, 66, 118); text-decoration-line: none; text-size-adjust: 100%;">megan.r.lockwood@oha.oregon.gov.

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Detectives with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office thwarted a murder-for-hire plot by arresting three men. Detectives assigned to the Violent Crimes Unit learned that 58-year-old Dru Hendrix conspired to pay 50-year-old Mario Guaderrama and 36-year-old Zion Unga to kill the victim, for which Hendrix is facing charges. The men planned the murder while they were all lodged in the Washington County Jail. Hendrix arranged for Unga to receive $30,000 after Unga was released from jail in October. Hendrix also had $30,000 placed on Guaderrama’s jail booking account.

On Thursday, November 6, detectives arrested Unga, who had been released from jail prior to the plot coming to light. Detectives then added charges to Hendrix and Guaderrama, who remained in custody on their prior cases. All three were charged with conspiracy to commit murder in the first degree. Hendrix was also charged with solicitation to commit murder in the first degree and tampering with a witness. Thankfully, the plot was interrupted before the victim was harmed.

The same day the men were arrested, detectives served a search warrant and seized approximately $140,000 from accounts connected to the three men. That was followed by a second search warrant at a Hillsboro home linked to Guaderrama, where detectives seized three handguns, a rifle, a silencer, a switchblade knife, and brass knuckles.

Hendrix was initially arrested in July 2025, and a grand jury indicted him for more than 20 charges. Those details were covered in several prior media releases. He is currently facing 35 charges on multiple cases and also has a pending kidnapping and sexual assault case in Columbia County. Guaderrama was arrested in mid-September after he violated the conditions of release and failed to appear for court on a prior case. Unga was arrested in August for possession of a stolen vehicle and several other charges. He was released in mid-October and then arrested by detectives on this case on November 6.

All three men are being held in jail pending a hearing where the state will request they be denied bail. The investigation is on-going and additional charges are expected. The release of the suspects’ booking photos is for law enforcement purposes and is in accordance with Oregon House Bill 3273 for the identification of additional criminal activity. If you have any information to share about this case, please call the Sheriff’s Office at 503-846-2700 and reference case 50-25-15124.

Nov. 10, 2025

Media Contact: Communications@employ.oregon.gov

MEDIA ADVISORY

Paid Leave Oregon Invites Public Input on Proposed Administrative Rules

Salem, Ore. – Paid Leave Oregon is proposing updates to program rules and inviting public comment.

The proposed changes help clarify how people qualify for Paid Leave Oregon benefits, how employers share information with employees, and how the program handles things like appeals, verification documents, and situations where someone is unable to manage their own claim. The updates also align the program with new state laws passed in the 2023 and 2025 legislative sessions.

The full proposed rule text as well as more information on the related public hearings is attached.

Public comment period

The public may comment through Friday, December 5, 2025 at 11:55 p.m.

Comments may be submitted by email to: ules@employ.oregon.gov">OED_Rules@employ.oregon.gov

Public hearings

Two virtual public hearings are scheduled:

Monday, November 17, 2025

• 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
• Click here to join the meeting
• Phone: 1-669-254-5252
• Conference ID: 1604539652

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

• 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
• Click here to join the meeting
• Phone: 1-669-254-5252
• Conference ID: 1604824733

About the rulemaking process

Updating rules is a regular part of keeping Paid Leave Oregon efficient and accessible to Oregonians. This public comment period allows people review the proposed changes, ask questions, and provide input before rules are finalized. After the comment period closes, the Oregon Employment Department will review feedback and adopt final rules.

If approved, the rules would take effect January 1, 2026.

More information and the full text of the proposed rules are available on the Paid Leave Oregon website.

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The Oregon Employment Department (OED) is an equal opportunity agency. OED provides free help so you can use our services. Some examples are sign language and spoken-language interpreters, written materials in other languages, large print, audio, and other formats. To get help, please call 503-947-1444. TTY users call 711. You can also send an email to communications@employ.oregon.gov.

El Departamento de Empleo de Oregon (OED) es una agencia de igualdad de oportunidades. El OED proporciona ayuda gratuita para que usted pueda utilizar nuestros servicios. Algunos ejemplos son intérpretes de lengua de señas e idiomas hablados, materiales escritos en otros idiomas, letra grande, audio y otros formatos. Para obtener ayuda, por favor llame al 503-947-1444. Usuarios de TTY pueden llamar al 711. También puede enviar un correo electrónico a communications@employ.oregon.gov.

Prepare to be swept away to the magical land of Oz as the Battle Ground High School drama club proudly presents OZ by Don Zolidis! This witty adaptation reimagines the classic tale with modern twists, laugh-out-loud humor and dazzling performances. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering the story for the first time, this production is sure to leave you smiling from start to finish.

Show information

• Thursday, Nov. 14, at 7 p.m.

• Friday, Nov. 15, at 2:30 p.m. and 7 p.m.

• Thursday, Nov. 21, at 7 p.m.

• Friday, Nov. 22, at 2:30 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Purchase tickets online.

• $10 general admission

• $7 students with ASB cards

• Special deal: $30 for all 2025–2026 Battle Ground High School drama club shows!

Vancouver, Wash. – Clark County recognizes that older adults are valuable contributors to the vitality of this community. To encourage and support older adults for their contributions, the Clark County Commission on Aging has established a program to recognize older adults by means of an annual award. The COA celebrates 2025 by presenting the 6^th annual Silver Citizen Award at their final meeting of the year. This year’s award recognizes Sharon Wodtke.

Sharon is currently the President of the Board of Directors for Battle Ground Senior Citizens, Inc (BGSC). She has been involved with this group since 2018, and, under her leadership, the group has expanded their impact on the aging community. Since 2018, the BGSC has grown their roster from 90 to over 700 participants and serves up to 200 lunches to area seniors each week. Sharon actively spearheaded a revival of senior activities post-pandemic by recruiting volunteers and developing activities and cost saving programs and educational opportunities. The nomination for Sharon states, “Many seniors have even been moved to tears, expressing deep gratitude for the range of opportunities now available to them.”

The meeting will begin at 4:30 pm Wednesday, Nov. 19, and is open to the public.

Commission on Aging meetings are currently held in a hybrid format with both in-person and virtual participation options. Attend in the sixth-floor Training Room of the Public Service Center, 1300 Franklin St., or join by phone or computer through information provided at: https://clark.wa.gov/community-planning/commission-aging-meetings.

Commission meetings are carried on CVTV Channel 23/323 and online at www.cvtv.org. To see replay times, go to www.cvtv.org.

The Commission on Aging, supported by the of the Clark County Council, is a nine-member volunteer group that implements the Aging Readiness Plan and provides leadership addressing needs of aging community members.

Tidewater, OR — On November 6, 2025, at approximately 11:30 PM, the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a missing hunter in the Harris Ranch area, just off Highway 34 near Tidewater, OR. The individual had contacted family members to report that he was lost and in need of assistance.

A patrol sergeant from the Sheriff’s Office responded to the area and met with the hunter’s family and friends near the location where the hunter’s vehicle was found. Initial efforts to pinpoint the hunter’s location indicated he was in a steep drainage area with dense brush and limited visibility. Due to the challenging terrain and heavy undergrowth, the decision was made to deploy the Lincoln County Search and Rescue (SAR) team.

SAR personnel arrived on scene and began their search in the area where the hunter was believed to be. They located several personal items that confirmed the hunter’s earlier presence and tracked a trail of belongings further down the drainage. A second SAR team approached from the bottom of the drainage and successfully located the hunter, who was found wet and cold but otherwise uninjured.

After a medical evaluation, it was determined the hunter was able to walk out on his own. He was escorted to waiting vehicles and reunited with his family and friends.

The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office would like to remind all outdoor enthusiasts to be prepared for changing weather conditions, especially in remote wilderness areas. When venturing out in rainy or windy weather, wear clothing that is water-resistant and windproof. Avoid cotton garments, as they retain moisture and can rapidly draw heat from the body, increasing the risk of hypothermia.

Stay safe, stay prepared, and always let someone know your plans before heading into the wilderness

The Q4 2025 Aldrich Uncertainty Report highlights how mid-market leaders are responding to economic volatility

PORTLAND, Ore. (Nov. 10, 2025) — Oregon’s private companies are adopting a cautious yet agile approach as they navigate slowing growth, workforce challenges, capital constraints and the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), according to the Q4 2025 Aldrich Uncertainty Report released today.

The report is based on a survey of more than 60 leaders of private companies in the Western U.S., including 20 Oregon owners and executives representing construction, healthcare, real estate, manufacturing and professional services. It reveals a business environment defined by guarded optimism, operational adaptation and renewed focus on resilience. It was published by Aldrich, a leading accounting and advisory firm headquartered in Portland, Ore. that provides the Western U.S. with a full suite of integrated financial, tax, accounting, wealth, corporate retirement and business transition services.

“Oregon’s business leaders are not standing still—they’re recalibrating,” said John Lauseng, CPA, CEO and Partner of Aldrich. “They’re responding to economic uncertainty by making proactive changes to their supply chain, growth and employment strategies. This agility will be critical to long-term success.”

Outlook is guarded, but leaders are taking action

Only 20% of Oregon business leaders feel optimistic about revenue growth in the year ahead, and nearly one-third (30%) are more pessimistic than they were six months ago. Rising costs, high interest rates and persistent workforce challenges are fueling a cautious approach.

Still, Oregon companies are taking decisive steps to preserve financial health and operational stability:

• 45% have slowed or delayed capital investments to maintain liquidity, while 30% are considering doing this going forward
• 35% have made supply chain changes, with another 45% considering them
• 70% are adjusting talent strategies, from slowing hiring to reducing headcount and hours
• While only 20% have passed increased costs on to customers, and additional 45% are considering doing this in the future.

“We’re seeing Oregon leaders act early rather than react late,” Lauseng added. “They’re protecting core operations and adjusting their strategic plans where needed, while maintaining flexibility and looking for ways to operate more efficiently.”

Leadership gaps in technology and financial insight

Oregon companies acknowledge room for improvement in how they leverage data and technology. Only 30% of leaders are confident in their team’s ability to implement the right technology, and just 10% rate their financial data utilization as excellent.

“Strengthening these capabilities presents an opportunity for businesses to gain real-time insight and sharpen decision-making amid ongoing uncertainty,” Lauseng noted.

Continuity is the top priority for business transitions

Among Oregon business leaders planning for succession, continuity for employees and clients (55%) and finding the right buyer or successor (55%) ranked as the top focus areas. By comparison, only 40% prioritize maximizing sale value and 35% identified minimizing taxes on the sales or transfer, revealing that most Oregon leaders value legacy, relationships and cultural fit over financial return.

At the same time, 75% of owners reported receiving at least one unsolicited offer to sell in the past year. This high level of interest highlights the market demand for well-run private companies, but it also raises the stakes, the report notes.

“The most successful transitions often begin five to ten years in advance,” Lauseng said. “Starting early allows business owners to explore all transition options, identify the right successor and ensure continuity for employees, clients and the business.”

“One Big Beautiful Bill” opens strategic planning opportunities

While most Oregon leaders have a general understanding of the OBBBA, few have applied its provisions to strategic planning. The legislation includes significant tax updates, including permanent full expensing, restored Research & Development (R&D) deductions, enhanced pass-through flexibility and targeted incentives for domestic manufacturing.

Lauseng stressed that early evaluation of these opportunities and thoughtful planning can turn tax code changes into a long-term competitive advantage, especially for businesses considering expansion or ownership transition.

Additional trends shaping Oregon’s mid-market outlook

The Q4 2025 Aldrich Uncertainty Report also revealed several broader themes:

• Confidence in managing disruption is low: Only 25% of leaders feel prepared to adapt to external shocks such as tariffs or economic volatility
• Financial visibility needs improvement: Just 10% rate their company’s use of financial data as excellent
• Credit conditions are tightening: 45% report greater difficulty accessing outside capital compared with six months ago
• Tariffs and supply chain challenges are pressuring margins: 60% say disruptions have negatively impacted financial health, particularly in manufacturing and construction
• Workforce adjustments under review: While 25% have already reduced hiring or hours, another 45% are considering adjustments as part of a broader workforce strategy

“This year’s data shows that Oregon companies are pragmatic and resilient,” Lauseng said. “They’re balancing near-term caution with forward-looking planning—and that’s a powerful combination in uncertain times.”

About the Q4 2025 Aldrich Uncertainty Report

The Q4 2025 Aldrich Uncertainty Report provides a snapshot of how private mid-market companies are responding to ongoing economic and legislative change. It reflects survey responses collected by GLG, a financial and global information services consulting company, in August 2025 from business owners and executives representing Oregon’s core industries.

About Aldrich

For more than 50 years, Aldrich has worked with businesses, their owners, and their employees to help them achieve their professional and personal financial goals. We pair deep industry experience with a full suite of integrated financial, tax, accounting, wealth, corporate retirement, and business transition services to help bring clarity to every phase of our clients’ personal and professional life cycles.

The Aldrich group of companies is composed of Aldrich CPAs + Advisors LLP, one of the top 70 accounting firms in the US (Accounting Today); Aldrich Wealth LP, a Registered Investment Advisory firm with over $6.5 billion in assets under advisement; and Aldrich Capital Advisors LP, which provides advisory services for business transactions.

Based in Oregon since our founding in 1973, Aldrich now serves clients across the country from our eight offices throughout the Western US.

Concert November 12 at 7:00 p.m. — Tickets $15

Oregon-based pop artist Hannah Wood brings her powerful voice and vibrant stage presence to the Chemeketa Auditorium on Wednesday, November 12 at 7:00 p.m. as part of the college’s Wonder Wednesdays concert series.

Known for her witty lyricism, charismatic performance style, and genre-bending pop sound, Hannah Wood is one of Oregon’s most exciting new artists. Her debut album, Hello to a Woman, has been nominated for Best Pop, Synth, or Contemporary Album at the 2025 PNW Music Awards, earning her recognition across the Pacific Northwest music scene.

Drawing inspiration from artists like Lizzy McAlpine and Kacey Musgraves, Wood crafts emotionally rich, radio-ready songs that blend authenticity with a contemporary pop edge. Her clear and expressive vocals, paired with her signature storytelling, make her live shows both intimate and electric.

“We’re thrilled to bring Hannah to the Chemeketa stage,” said Stephen Munshaw, Auditorium Manager at Chemeketa Community College. “She represents the incredible local talent thriving in Oregon’s music scene, and audiences are in for a memorable night of fresh, heartfelt pop music.”

Tickets are $15 and available now at Eventbrite Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and seating is reserved. $5 rush seating tickets are available for students!

Event Details

What: Hannah Wood in Concert
When: Tuesday, November 12, 2025 – 7:00 p.m. (Doors open at 6:30 p.m.)
Where: Chemeketa Auditorium, Chemeketa Community College, Salem, OR
Tickets: $15 Reserved Seating
Purchase: Eventbrite

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About Hannah Wood

Hannah Wood is an Oregon-born pop artist whose work combines clever lyricism, introspective storytelling, and catchy melodies. Her debut album Hello to a Woman has garnered critical praise and a nomination at the 2025 PNW Music Awards. With her relatable songwriting and magnetic performances, Hannah is quickly becoming a defining voice in the Pacific Northwest’s modern pop scene.

For more than 55 years, Chemeketa Community College has committed itself to transforming lives and our community through exceptional learning experiences in the Mid-Willamette Valley. As the second largest multi-campus district in Oregon, Chemeketa serves 17,500 students annually at its Salem and Yamhill Valley campuses, as well as Brooks, Eola, Winema, Dallas, Woodburn and Chemeketa Center for Business and Industry (CCBI).

Chemeketa Community College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and educational institution.

Vancouver, Wash. – The 2025 Vancouver Arts & Music Festival USA has been named Southwest Washington Event of the Year by the Washington Festivals and Events Association (WFEA). The festival also took home the award for Best PR/Media Campaign at WFEA’s annual Grand Summit awards ceremony on Oct. 30 in Bellevue, Washington.

Held July 31–Aug. 3 in downtown Vancouver, the free, four-day multi-disciplinary arts festival brought more than 50,000 attendees together to celebrate music, dance and visual arts. Produced through a partnership between the City of Vancouver and the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA, the event showcased more than 60 performances across multiple stages, hundreds of local and regional artists, and generated an estimated $1.6 million in business sales for the community.

“This award recognizes what’s possible when our community comes together around the arts,” said Vancouver Cultural Services Manager, Stacey Donovan. “The festival’s success reflects the creativity, dedication and teamwork of hundreds of staff, artists, and volunteers who made it happen. It’s truly a shared accomplishment for our community.”

After just three years, the Vancouver Arts & Music Festival USA has quickly become one of the region’s largest free arts celebrations, offering an engaging mix of symphonic concerts, contemporary performances, cultural exchange and interactive art experiences.

“At its heart, the Vancouver Arts & Music Festival builds community through the shared joy of the arts,” said Igor Shakhman, CEO of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA. “Thousands of people of all ages gathered in Esther Short Park for our Vancouver Symphony Orchestra concerts with Renée Fleming, Mark and Maggie O’Connor, and Sharon Isbin. It was an inspiring demonstration of how civic and artistic partnerships enrich our quality of life and transform our community into a cultural destination.”

The 2025 festival was supported by more than 100 community volunteers, programming collaborator Clark College Foundation, Keller Foundation, M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust, Oliva Family Fund, Waterfront Vancouver USA, and over a dozen other sponsors. Planning is already underway for the 2026 Vancouver Arts & Music Festival, which will continue to build on this year’s momentum to bring people together through creativity and connection.

For more information about the Vancouver Arts & Music Festival, visit www.vancouverartsandmusicfestival.com.

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UPDATE: SANTOS HAS BEEN LOCATED

RELEASE DATE:                Nov. 9, 2025
CASE NUMBER:                  25-46205
 

Gresham, Ore.—Gresham Police is asking for assistance from the public with locating a missing 41-year-old man, Kai Santos.  The staff at Santos’ care facility in the 400 block of NE 5 St., report that he left yesterday at about 9:30 a.m. Santos is a double amputee and quadriplegic and is unable to care for himself. He has close cropped black hair and brown eyes.

Santos is described by his family as a Filipino male who needs a wheelchair and assistance from someone at all times. It is believed that Santos scheduled a medical transport for himself using a service called Ride To Care but his family has been unable to confirm where he was taken.

Anyone who knows of Santo’s whereabouts is asked to call 911 or non-emergency at 503-823-3333

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Lane County, Ore. (Nov. 10, 2025)- On Friday, November 7, 2025, at 3:15 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a three-vehicle crash on SR-569 (Beltline Highway), near milepost 0, in Lane County.

The preliminary investigation indicated a westbound Honda Accord, operated by Russell Fredrick Moncrief (52) of Eugene, braked suddenly and was struck in the rear by a westbound Chevrolet Silverado, operated by Scott Allen Zipprich (52) of Elmira. The collision caused the Chevrolet to enter the eastbound lane and strike an eastbound Dodge Stratus, operated by Vincent George Canham (84) of Eugene, head-on.

The operator of the Honda (Moncrief) was reportedly uninjured.

The operator of the Chevrolet (Zipprich) was transported to an area hospital with serious injuries.

The operator of the Dodge (Canham) was declared deceased after being transported to an area hospital. A passenger in the Dodge, Rolf Bertel Johansson (77) of Sweden, was transported to an area hospital with reportedly minor injuries.

The highway was impacted for approximately 8 hours during the on-scene investigation. The cause of the crash is under investigation.

OSP was assisted by Eugene Fire, Springfield Fire, and ODOT.

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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) 
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in the documentation, investigation, and analysis of complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in the use of advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.

Woodbrun, OR – On Saturday night, November 8, 2025, at 10:42 p.m., Woodburn Officers responded to a report of an explosion at the Woodburn Inn located at 1025 N. Pacific Highway in Woodburn. Upon arriving, officers found a 25-year-old male suffering from non-life-threatening bleeding injuries outside of one of the ground-level rooms.  The male’s injuries appeared to be caused by flying glass and debris spread throughout the parking lot, caused by an explosion from inside one of the motel rooms.  After getting the male to safety, officers also located a 33-year-old female and a 36-year-old male still inside the motel room, where officers found both of them suffering from burn injuries. Officers got both burn victims out of the room to safety and then evacuated the entire motel.

All three subjects were taken to local hospitals to be treated for their injuries, which appeared to be non-life-threatening.  After containing the area, OSP bomb squad responded to the scene, where they searched the room for any explosive devices. No devices were located in the room, and the cause of the explosion is still under investigation.

This investigation is still ongoing, and the Woodburn Police are asking anyone with any information to call the Woodburn Police Department at 503-982-2345 and reference case number 25-7866.

At 1934 this evening, Sweet Home Fire District was dispatched to a structure fire in the 1900 block of 19th ave. Crews arrived to find heavy fire and smoke coming from the structure. Initial reports indicated that it was unknown if anyone was inside the structure. Fire crews arrived and performed a rapid search and confirmed the structure was not occupied. Fire crews then began extinguishing the fire. This area of town presents some challenges as it is an unhydrated area. The commanding officer utilized a 2nd alarm which brought additional man power and additional fire apparatus from our mutual aid partners including a Chief officer and ladder truck from LFD, as well as a water tender from BRFD. Crews worked hard and were able to bring the blaze under control in about 30 minutes. Additionally, crews remained on scene another 2 hours performing overhaul. In total, 3 command officers, 16 firefighters, and 8 apparatus responded to the fire. We would like to thank our mutual aid partners for their assistance. Lebanon Fire District, Brownsville Rural Protection district, Sweet Home Police Dept, and PP&L. The cause of the fire is undetermined. During the incident no firefighters or civilians were injured. 

Photo Credit:  Jennifer Arant