Drop in lake levels causes discord
Drawdown at Green Peter roils political water The effort by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to balance fish health with the broad range of other functions in the Willamette River system continues to pose […]
No moratorium as Mill City waits for sewer solution
One year ago, the Mill City Council was told it may need to issue a moratorium on new construction unless the city expanded its sewer plant, which was near full capacity. A moratorium has not […]
Lawmakers discuss CAFOs amid potential moratorium
State lawmakers plan to meet at the end of February to discuss current limits on large-scale agriculture amid broader talks to rein-in the industry. An informational meeting was scheduled for Feb. 28 of the Senate […]
State developing plan for private forest practices
Oregon has begun the process of producing a habitat conservation plan for private forest properties that will link the survival of aquatic species with logging practices. The Oregon Board of Forestry on Dec. 19 unanimously […]
Lawmakers discuss J-S Ranch as farm moves forward
The owner of a proposed chicken ranch near Scio and an activist lobbying to block the farm testified before a state senate committee recently as the ranch crosses regulatory hurdles toward completion. Eric Simon, owner […]
MC growth threatened by sewer capacity
A development boom in Mill City could be stalled after officials learned the city’s sewer plant is nearing maximum capacity and expansion could cost several million dollars and take multiple years. A study conducted last […]
Gates to get 16 tiny homes at motel site
By James Day A 16-unit tiny home village will become a reality later this spring in Gates. The development, part of continuing relief efforts from the devastating 2020 wildfires in the Santiam Canyon, involved the […]
State increases rebate incentives to acquire electric vehicles
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has made big changes to the Oregon Clean Vehicle Rebate Program’s Charge Ahead Rebate. As of Jan. 1, 2022, low- and moderate-income households are eligible for $5,000 back with […]
