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Oregon Transportation Funding Uncertain After Petition Halts New Taxes and Fees

Oregon Transportation Funding Uncertain After Petition Halts New Taxes and Fees

Oregon’s transportation funding plan is on hold after a voter petition paused new gas taxes and vehicle fees. With revenue stalled until at least 2026, ODOT faces a growing funding gap as crews respond to landslides, flooding, and winter travel impacts statewide.

State Emergency Center Activated as Atmospheric River Targets Western Oregon

State Emergency Center Activated as Atmospheric River Targets Western Oregon

Oregon has activated its State Emergency Coordination Center as an atmospheric river is expected to bring heavy rain, flooding, and landslide risks across western Oregon, including Benton, Clackamas, Lane, Linn, Marion, Multnomah, Polk, Tillamook, Washington, and Yamhill counties.

OSAA Approves New Classifications, Places Roseburg in Southwest Hybrid League

OSAA Approves New Classifications, Places Roseburg in Southwest Hybrid League

OSAA approved new athletic classifications for 2026–2030, placing Roseburg High School in a newly formed 6A–5A Southwest Hybrid League alongside Grants Pass, Medford schools, and three 5A programs.

Travel Alert for Drivers Heading North: OR 229 Closed in Lincoln County Due to Landslide

Travel Alert for Drivers Heading North: OR 229 Closed in Lincoln County Due to Landslide

Drivers traveling north or toward the Oregon coast should be aware that OR 229 in Lincoln County is closed between Kernville and Siletz due to a landslide that removed part of the roadway. No detour is available and the closure is expected to be long term.

Volunteers Place 7,000 Wreaths at Roseburg National Cemetery to Honor Veterans

Volunteers Place 7,000 Wreaths at Roseburg National Cemetery to Honor Veterans

More than 7,000 wreaths were placed at Roseburg National Cemetery as volunteers gathered for the John Pierson Memorial Wreaths Across America Ceremony. Each wreath marked a veteran’s service, with names spoken aloud to ensure no one is remembered as just a number.

Roseburg Community Pushes Back Against Proposed OSAA Conference Realignment

Roseburg Community Pushes Back Against Proposed OSAA Conference Realignment

OSAA is proposing to place Roseburg High School in a four school 6A conference through 2030, leaving local athletes with fewer games, more travel and reduced opportunities. Districts are urging OSAA to delay the December 15 vote to consider fairer options.

One Killed in Three Vehicle Crash on Highway 38 Near Scottsburg

One Killed in Three Vehicle Crash on Highway 38 Near Scottsburg

A three vehicle crash on Highway 38 near milepost 22 left one person dead Tuesday evening. OSP says an eastbound Buick Enclave crossed into the westbound lane and hit a Freightliner before being struck by another car. The Enclave’s driver died at the scene. One person had minor injuries.