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March Madness at the Pumps: Gas Prices Sink Slowly for Now

The Oregon average dips three cents to $4.71.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - After surging to record highs earlier this month, gas prices are declining in 44 states, including Oregon. The big driver is lower crude oil prices, which skyrocketed shortly after Russia invaded Ukraine.

The Oregon average peaked at $4.739 on March 11.

Oregon`s Capitol City Weekly Gas Price Update

The national average stands $1.47/g higher than a year ago.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Average gasoline prices in Salem, Oregon are unchanged in the last week, averaging $4.65/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 95 stations in Salem. Prices in Salem are 82.3 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand $1.63/g higher than a year ago.

The lowest price in the state yesterday was $4.25/g while the highest was $5.69/g.

Historic Program to Help Renters in Oregon Ends March 14

After historic effort to keep Oregon renters housed during the pandemic, statewide program to close

(SALEM, Ore.) - "Those who have applied—or will apply for OERAP—will be protected from eviction until their application is processed,” said Jill Smith, interim director of Housing Stabilization at OHCS.

“This program was set up as a temporary program to assist the people most impacted by the pandemic and, unfortunately, it will soon be coming to an end.”

Oregon`s COVID-19 Death Toll is Now 6,743 Lives Lost

Oregon reports 1,116 new confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases, 35 new deaths

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - There are 35 new COVID-19-related deaths in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 6,743, Oregon Health Authority (OHA) reported at 12:01 a.m. today.

OHA also reported 1,116 new confirmed and presumptive cases of COVID-19, bringing the state total to 697,775.

Oregon Ag Fest Coming to the State Fairgrounds April 23-24

What's all the buzz? Get up close to honeybees and more at Ag Fest!

(SALEM, Ore.) - Over 20,000 people are expected to attend the 2022 Oregon Ag Fest to touch, taste and experience the incredible world of Oregon agriculture, in a fun-filled, festive environment.

The two-day event is aimed at helping families better understand where their food, fiber and flora come from.

Brandon Matthew Nagy Convicted on Multiple Counts of Child Abuse

An infant boy suffered numerous injuries at the hands of Brandon Nagy.

(HILLSBORO, Ore.) - In early 2017, Mr. Nagy was left alone with his girlfriend’s infant son. Then, the child’s mother received a call from Nagy indicating that the boy appeared to be having a seizure. Medics arrived and discovered that numerous abusive injuries had been inflicted on the small child.

Pediatricians also discovered a healing fracture in the child’s jaw.

Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs are Reopening the Kah-Nee-Ta Village

Warm Springs Reservation was created by the Treaty of 1855.

(WARM SPRINGS, Ore.) - The Confederated Tribes of The Warm Springs Reservation of Oregon approved funding of $4.58 million to bring back the popular Kah-Nee-Ta Village “fun in the sun” experience for visitors.

They will greatly expand the authentic hot springs soaking experiences in the recreational pool areas and Motel, Teepee, and RV lodging areas.
The opening is planned for 2023.

Chandler Pappas Sentenced to prison for role in Oregon State Capitol Riot

In total, six defendants were arrested for their violent acts on December 21, 2020.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Today, before Judge Geyer, 28-year old Chandler Pappas was sentenced to 13 months for spraying mace at Salem Police officers while they attempted to secure the Oregon State Capitol from a riot on December 21, 2020.

Video footage showed Pappas retreat back into the crowd after spraying the officers.

Chemeketa Community College and Western Oregon University Sign Groundbreaking Agreement

New partnership creates a streamlined and affordable pathway to bachelor’s degree

(SALEM, Ore.) - Chemeketa Community College and Western Oregon University (WOU) announce a new partnership agreement that will provide students completing a transfer degree at Chemeketa with a seamless transition to WOU.

“Direct Connect,” will guarantee WOU admission to qualifying Chemeketa graduates and will provide a clear pathway to completing a bachelor’s degree. Immediately upon admission, these students will receive junior status at WOU and credit for completing all lower-division general education requirements.

7-Year Old Sustains Serious Injuries in Crash

If you have video or other information, call (503) 434-7307.

(McMINNVILLE, Ore.) - The initial investigation indicates the bicyclist was riding north within the marked crosswalk of Adams Street when he was struck by the pickup travelling west on 2nd Street.

The child sustained serious injuries.