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Bend WinterFest Raises $7,000 For Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon

The annual winter festival in Bend, Oregon brought the community together for music, winter sports, and philanthropy.

Memorial sign remembers fallen Gresham Firefighter Brian Flowers

New sign on Highway 212 honors 15-year veteran who died from occupational leukemia

Beaverton Strengthens Ties with Japanese Students and Officials

City hosts delegation, expands international partnerships and cultural exchanges

Hamtramck's 'Plague Doctor' Leads Community Cleanup Efforts

Max Gilginas, a former theater artist and military veteran, has become a beloved figure in the Detroit suburb for her work beautifying the city and helping the elderly.

David Robert Culver, Longtime ODOT Worker and Community Volunteer, Dies at 76

Culver was a dedicated public servant and active member of the Sisters, Oregon community.

Sisters Faces Changing Landscape in 2031

Columnist offers unvarnished predictions for Oregon town's future

Sisters Moves Forward with Urban Renewal Project

Adams Avenue Streetscape Improvement Project to add safety features and community amenities

Yamhill Pub Bathrooms Defy Expectations, Offer Exposure Therapy

The 'Yammi' has what might be the most frightening bathrooms in town, but a closer look reveals a different story.

Harlan Raymond Lawler, 1948-2026, Remembered

Longtime lumber industry worker and family man passed away after battle with cancer

Cheryl Rae Gilliam Minoletti, 68, Passes Away After Heart Surgery Complications

Cheryl Rae Gilliam Minoletti, a longtime Ashland resident, died on January 20, 2026 following heart surgery.

Vesta Kilkenny, Longtime Oregon Rancher and Businesswoman, Dies at 93

Kilkenny leaves behind a legacy of hard work, family, and reinvention in the Pacific Northwest.

Gresham's First Black Fire Chief Aims to Lead Department Forward

Jeff Hairston reflects on his path to becoming Gresham's first Black fire chief and his plans to inspire local youth

Lake Oswego Resident Michael David Creighton Dies at 88

Creighton was a longtime real estate broker and restaurant owner who was active in his church community.

Longtime Nurse and Community Pillar Lavena Jean 'Evans' Wampler Dies at 97

Lavena dedicated her life to caring for others and leaving a lasting impact on her community.

Sisters community mourns loss of youth mentor Kellie Scholl

Scholl, 53, made a lasting impact through her work with the Circle of Friends mentorship program

Skylands Neighborhood Association Bylaws Approved

Neighborhood group to serve as advisory body on community development and land use

New England Review Announces 2026 Award Finalists

Six emerging writers selected for prestigious literary prize

Club Meeting: Leadership in Rotary and 10 more events

Be sure to catch SAIF's Agricultural Safety Seminar - Wilsonville (Spanish) on the Wilsonville Patch calendar

Leaders Face Pivotal Thresholds in Their Careers

Columnist explores how leaders can navigate critical moments of transition and growth

Wilsonville Rotary Announces Finalists for 2026 First Citizen Award

Five community volunteers recognized for their dedication to strengthening Wilsonville's sense of connection and livability