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KLAMATH FALLS, OR – Today, via a press release, the City of Klamath Falls reminds entrepreneurs that every short-term rental inside the city limits will require a special permit by September 30, 2024.
Read MoreKLAMATH BASIN, Ore. and Calif. – A recent economic impact study, conducted by Highland Economics and commissioned by the Klamath Basin Research and Extension Center (KBREC) with funding from Oregon State University Extension and Klamath County, Oregon, reveals the Klamath Project’s substantial contribution to the region’s economic stability, numbering in the hundreds of millions of dollars.
Read MoreOn Sunday, June 23, 2024, Klamath County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a call from a resident on Steelhead Lane in East Klamath County who discovered her property had been burglarized the prior day. One of the stolen items was the victim’s Nissan pickup truck.
Read MoreLAKEVIEW, Ore. –The South-Central Oregon Fire Management Partnership will be increasing the Fire Danger Level to “High” and the Industrial Fire Precaution Level II (Partial Hootowl) starting at 12:01 a.m. Thursday, June 27, 2024.
Read MoreSALEM, Ore. – With fireworks set to go on sale on Sunday, “Keep it legal, keep it safe” is the message from the Oregon State Fire Marshal. The 2024 fireworks retail sales season begins on June 23 and runs through July 6 in Oregon. The state fire marshal would like everyone to know which fireworks are legal to use, where fireworks can be used, and how to use them safely.
Read MoreLANE COUNTY, Ore. - On Saturday, June 15, 2024, at 3:08 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a single-vehicle crash on Oregon Highway 58, near milepost 46, in Lane County.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS, Ore. – The Oregon Institute of Technology Klamath Falls Class of 2024 moved its mortarboard tassels to the left as President Nagi Naganathan, Ph.D., concluded the 76th Annual Commencement Ceremony held Saturday at the John. F. Moehl Stadium.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS – Nearly 200 students walked across the stage to receive their diplomas and certificates Friday night at Klamath Community College’s 28th annual commencement ceremonies, with about 800 friends and family looking on.
Read MoreI was able to get out Friday and today to scout for grasshopper nymphs around Tulelake. My findings were quite alarming as it appears the grasshopper populations are very widespread with many locations having 20+ grasshopper nymphs per square yard.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS — Education is a key focus for Southern Oregon’s new state representative, Emily McIntire, a Republican from Eagle Point who also represents the Klamath Basin for House District 56.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - Today, in a press release, City of Klamath Falls officials announced the beginning of a road construction project at the intersection of Main and East Main Streets.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS, Ore. – The 173rd Fighter Wing will conduct night flying operations next week, Monday, June 10 through Thursday, June 13. Operations will take place between approximately 5:00 p.m. through 11:00 p.m.
Read MoreBenjamin Franklin is known for many things, including a quote, “…but in this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” I agree with Mr. Franklin, but another thing to consider is that “change is inevitable.”
Many changes have come to my personal life over the last year. Over the holiday, I have had a chance to reflect on those changes and what is most important to me.
Read MoreLOST RIVER – To compete at FFA Nationals, you have to be the very best. Only the state champions qualify. An FFA team from Lost River Junior/Senior High School did just that Nov. 18, taking first in state at FFA’s State Food Science competition at Oregon State University and becoming the school’s first-ever national qualifying FFA team.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - The Klamath Falls Police Department is asking the community of Klamath Falls for assistance in a robbery investigation that occurred on November 18th, 2023, in the early morning hours at the Pinnacle 365 located at 2123 Oregon Avenue in Klamath Falls, Oregon.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - COUNTRY Financial representatives Cora Christ and Tom Keller partnered with Henley High School to donate $3,000 to support Build My Future, a 48-hour tiny home building event hosted by the Klamath Basin Home Builders Association, to give students hands-on experience in the construction and other trade industries. The donation helped fund necessary supplies to help make the build possible.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS Ore - Sky Lakes is embarking on a journey with a new mission and vision, signaling a pivotal moment in its commitment to shaping a brighter future for the community. Guided by the dedication to enhancing the patient experience, improving access to care and the overall wellbeing of Klamath County, Sky Lakes’ leadership team is excited to chart a transformative path forward.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - On November 21, 2023 Sky Lakes Medical Center installed a bronze sculpture in the center of the roundabout on Campus Drive. This impressive artwork was built and designed by the renowned sculptor and artist, Stefan Savides.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - Four students from Oregon Tech’s Biology-Health Sciences program presented research at Neuroscience 2023, a Society for Neuroscience (SfN) conference held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C., Nov. 11-15.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - The holiday season is a time for giving. In the spirit of spreading warmth and joy, Citizens for Safe Schools is proud to present ‘Citizens Santa,’ a heartwarming annual community initiative.
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