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180-Acre Prescribed Burn Planned Near Glide as Early as September 29

180-Acre Prescribed Burn Planned Near Glide as Early as September 29

A 180-acre prescribed burn at the North Bank Habitat Management Area could begin as early as September 29, weather permitting. Smoke may be visible near Glide, and several roads, trails, and access areas could be affected.

Riddle Teen Identified in Fatal Myrtle Creek Stabbing

Riddle Teen Identified in Fatal Myrtle Creek Stabbing

Authorities have identified 17-year-old Robert Rosser of Riddle as the teen killed in a Sept. 13 stabbing in Myrtle Creek. A second teen, who was critically injured, is now in stable condition. The investigation remains ongoing.

Oregon Marks 40 Years of Community Emergency Response Teams

Oregon Marks 40 Years of Community Emergency Response Teams

Oregon is marking 40 years of Community Emergency Response Teams. CERT volunteers learn basic disaster response skills so they can help their families and neighbors until professional responders arrive.

Coast Guard Suspends Search for Pilot Following Aircraft Crash Near Newport

Coast Guard Suspends Search for Pilot Following Aircraft Crash Near Newport

The U.S. Coast Guard has suspended its search for a 78-year-old pilot after a Beechcraft B95 crashed into the Pacific Ocean near the Yaquina Head Lighthouse in Newport. Crews searched approximately 124 square miles over 12 hours but did not locate the pilot.

Three Killed in Highway 42 Crash in Myrtle Point

Three Killed in Highway 42 Crash in Myrtle Point

Three people, including a 4-month-old infant, died after two vehicles collided head-on Saturday afternoon on Highway 42 in Myrtle Point, according to Oregon State Police.

Tree Removal to Cause I-5 Delays Near Sutherlin and Oakland

Tree Removal to Cause I-5 Delays Near Sutherlin and Oakland

Drivers should expect delays on I-5 near Sutherlin and Oakland from Sept. 28 through Oct. 2 as crews remove about 80 dead and dying trees. Rolling slowdowns will affect both directions between mileposts 135 and 140, with most delays lasting less than 20 minutes.

Zipper Merge Now In Place On OR 42 Between Winston And Roseburg

Zipper Merge Now In Place On OR 42 Between Winston And Roseburg

A new zipper merge is now in place on eastbound Oregon 42 near the Interstate 5 bridge. Drivers traveling from Winston toward Roseburg should use both lanes until the merge point and then take turns entering the single lane.