The Oregon State Marine Board, in partnership with marine law enforcement across the state, will be participating in Operation Dry Water, July 3rd through July 5th, as part of a nationally coordinated effort to reduce the number of accidents and fatalities related to boating under the influence of intoxicants (BUII). BUII includes consumption of prescription drugs, alcohol, inhalants, marijuana, or any combination impairing a person’s ability to operate a boat safely. The e

Oregon’s unemployment rate was 5.2% in each of the first five months of 2026. The U.S. unemployment rate was 4.3% in March, April, and May. Although nonfarm payroll employment rose by a total of 4,200 jobs during April and May, this broad measure of Oregon’s employment was still 9,100 jobs, or 0.5%, below its May 2025 level. Over the past 12 months, nine of the major industries have cut jobs, while only five industries have added jobs. At 1,977,100, Oregon nonfarm payroll emp

In the May 19th election primary, results were counted for the second time on Wednesday May 20th and announced at 5pm with statewide results showing on Thursday May 21st at 7am. In Lincoln County right now the voter turnout was 44% and the statewide turnount was 34%. Here are the most recent results, for the race for Governor it looks like it will be Republican Christine Drazen who currently has 41% of the vote who is going against Tina Kotek, who has over 84%. For US Represe

Oregon’s overdose deaths have decreased over the past two years, according to provisional federal data and a new report released by Oregon Health Authority (OHA). Preliminary data show there were around 1,100 deaths in 2025, representing a continued downward trend, although the total is likely to increase slightly as more data from 2025 is processed. A total of 1,544 people died of a drug overdose in 2024, down from 1,833 in 2023. The decline marks the first year-over-year de

If you’ve received text or email messages claiming to be from Oregon DMV saying you owe money, you’re not alone. This nationwide scam, which began as a toll phishing scam, has been targeting drivers in several states for nearly two years. Oregon DMV will never send you notices, warnings or payment requests by text or email. DMV transactions should only be completed online at DMV2U, in person at a DMV office, at a self-service Express Kiosk or by mail. What to look for These f

Families enrolling children in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Oregon can now choose between the Standard English Book Collection...

Although several transit agencies in rural Oregon have announced cutbacks in service due to federal funding uncertainty, for now it’s...

A single spark can change everything, and stopping a fire before it has a chance to impact communities can change lives. Community risk...

Governor Tina Kotek has declared a drought in Lincoln County through Executive Order 25-13 and directed state agencies to coordinate and...

On Monday July 7th Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield hosted a Town Hall in Lincoln City to address Federal concerns and coastal...

Oregon State Parks welcomes Fourth of July celebrations, but fireworks and explosives are strictly prohibited within Oregon State Parks...

The Oregon State Marine Board (OSMB) held its quarterly hybrid meeting in Salem at the agency’s office and via Microsoft Teams on April...

Midnight tonight, April 15, 2025, is the deadline to file tax year 2024 state and federal personal income tax returns and the Oregon...

The Oregon State Fire Marshal is extending its incentive program to help Oregonians pay for defensible space projects in more communities...

Oregon Lottery’s annual Raffle is close to selling out. The popular game features a one in 250,000 chance to win the $1 million top...

With the Feb. 19 deadline fast approaching for updating children's vaccinations, the Oregon Immunization Program at Oregon Health...

Governor Tina Kotek has proclaimed February Tsunami and Earthquake Awareness Month in Oregon. In the past, Oregon has suffered...

Oregon Lottery this week launches Cash Pop, a new draw game where you only need to pick one number to play. Cash Pop features a chance to...

HB 4145, a crucial measure aimed at prohibiting the creation, distribution, and sale of animal torture videos and photos within the state...

Following historic federal investments in broadband infrastructure through the American Rescue Plan Act , the O regon Broadband Office...