A group of volunteer advisors to the Oregon Health Authority has voted Tuesday to make the state the third in the nation to seek federal approval for a basic health program.
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$1.3 billion Powerball winner from Portland
Portland Powerball winner takes home 4th largest purse in history at $1.326 billion. Find out more here.
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Central Oregon counties still the fastest-growing in the state
Between 2020 and 2023, Deschutes County saw 5.2% growth. Learn more here.
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Oregon public schools to receive $74.2 million
Oregon’s K-12 public schools are set to receive $74.2 million in funding this year. Learn more here.
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Oregon Health Authority reports a rise in use of lethal doses
The Oregon Health Authority has reported a rise in use of lethal doses by way of the Oregon Death with Dignity Act. Learn more here.
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Warm temperatures are trending upward, snowpack low in the Cascades
Temperatures are trending upward and snowpack is below normal. Find out more here.
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Oregon lawmakers are considering a bill to prevent book bans
Last year, at least 93 book titles were challenged to be banned in Oregon. A new bill aims to prevent that. Learn more here.
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Another winter storm is set to hit Central Oregon
High winds and frigid temperatures are expected in Central Oregon this weekend. Find out more about the storm inthis KTVZ article.
See more weather resources for your Backyard HERE
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Blizzard warning in effect Tuesday morning
A rare blizzard warning has been issued for Oregon passes and goes into effect Tuesday at 4 a.m. Read the original Statesman Journal article HERE.
READ THE ORIGINAL STATESMAN JOURNAL ARTICLE HERE
Photo by Oregon Department of Transportation via Wikimedia
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Cascades are expecting a winter storm this weekend
Snowpack in the Cascades is less than 40% of what it should be, but significant snow is expected this weekend. Learn more here.
READ THE ENTIRE ORIGINAL OPB ARTICLE HERE
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Oregon becomes 3rd in nation to seek federal approval for a basic health program
Oregon is seeking fed approval for a basic health program. Learn more here.
Article by Oregon Public Broadcasting (By Amelia Templeton (OPB)) – SEE THE ORIGINAL ARTICLE HERE
OHA advisors say yes to free health care for adults at 138-200% of the poverty level
Article by Oregon Public Broadcasting (By Amelia Templeton (OPB)) – SEE THE ORIGINAL ARTICLE HERE
Photo Credits: The emergency wing of the Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center in Northwest Portland on July 28, 2023. Caden Perry / OPB
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