Lane County has created a “recovery map” to help track and share rebuilding progress following the Holiday Farm Fire. The interactive map allows viewers to see how many properties have started to rebuild, replaced some structures or replaced all structures. The map also allows viewers to sort by residential or commercial properties, view property sales…
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…
Source: ODOT OR 126 McKenzie Highway opens for travel, but hazards remain and delays continue Travelers should expect lengthy delays from multiple work zones VIDA —OR 126 McKenzie Highway opens for travel in the fire zone between milepost 27.55 and milepost 38 beginning on Friday, Oct. 2 at noon. Through travelers should continue to take…
The Oregon wildfires affect so much of our lives including our transportation system. Most people know that roads close due to flames and smoke when fires are in the immediate area, but many people may not know that debris such as downed trees can cause closures. Fire can damage the road surface, signs, guardrails, etc….