Source: StatesmanJournal.com By Emily Teel Following months of pressure from restaurant industry advocacy groups, the Oregon legislature is scheduled consider allowing bars and restaurants to sell cocktails to-go. A bill proposed for next week’s special session of the legislature would requires mixed drinks be sold in “sealed containers” for off-premises consumption and includes special rules regarding delivery of…
Lane Workforce Partnership is issuing an open application for Fire Restoration and Recovery Projects. Public Government and non-profit organizations are eligible applicants. The Dislocated Worker Grant, project criteria, and the attached application will be discussed during the kick off meeting scheduled for this Wednesday. Purpose and Background Information:The State of Oregon has been awarded National…
Merkley, Western Senators Push Senate Leadership To Provide Housing Assistance To Communities Impacted by 2020 Wildfires WASHINGTON, D.C. – Oregon’s U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden, along with U.S. Senators Dianne Feinstein (D-CA), Patty Murray (D-WA), and Maria Cantwell (D-WA), are pushing Senate leaders to deliver critical housing assistance to Americans struggling to find…
Source: KLCC.org By Aubrey Bulkeley Whether staying at local hotels or camping on their property, many people affected by the Holiday Farm Fire are still living in temporary situations. The McKenzie Community Development Corporation is giving out holiday boxes to 400 McKenzie River area residents featuring local blueberries, honey, and hazelnuts. Communications Director Alice Bonasio…
Oregon Community Foundation is pleased to announce two upcoming grant opportunities for artists and culture bearers. Applications will open soon for both the Creative Heights grant program and the Fields Artist Fellowship (in partnership with Oregon Humanities). We invite you to learn more about these opportunities, apply if you are eligible, and share with your…
Thank you to everyone who sent in a question or participated in last night’s ash and debris cleanup virtual update. You can view the original video, along with all of the posted comments, on Facebook at this link. For those of you who don’t have or don’t like Facebook, you can view the video by clicking…
Residents along the McKenzie Corridor will notice some changes to emergency communications equipment. AT&T will be removing its SatCOLT (Satellite Cell Site on Light Truck) from the Vida area because the AT&T network supporting that area has been restored. AT&T is also working to upgrade its permanent tower to LTE service, which will further improve voice and data…
Lane County Veteran Services is available to assist with any questions regarding VA benefits or health care. Please do not hesitate to call with any inquiries about current benefits or eligibility or even to just get general information about what may be available. Also, there are some veteran-specific emergency financial assistance programs. The Oregon Department of…
The Lane County Sheriff’s Office is excited to introduce the deputies and sergeant assigned to the newly formed McKenzie River Law Enforcement District! Deputy Russ Olson and Deputy Tom Speldrich will be patrolling the McKenzie River Valley, along with Sergeant Steve Sieczkowski (or “Ski” for short). Deputy Olson served as the resident deputy in the…
Visit https://judycasad.withwre.com/art-auction To support cleanup efforts in the McKenzie River Valley due to the Holiday Farm Fire All Art 100% Donated by Artist Judy Casad Where & When The first event starts Friday December 4th Deadline to bid – Monday December 7th at 5:00 PM. BID HERE – YouTube Video Ongoing Auctions will be announced….