In Oregon, New Sage Grouse Plans Allow For Continued Grazing The Trump administration Friday lifted restrictions meant to protect greater sage grouse across seven western states. In Oregon grazing restrictions are being removed in 13 locations that provide habitat for the imperiled birds. Ranchers are supporting the move, saying proper grazing will help sage grouse. But conservation groups said the controversial and […]
Wickiup Reservoir
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Letters to the Editor
Haters To the ignoramus in the genitalia-compensating truck at the NE3rd/Greenwood light: Your yelling “Go back to Portland” at a bicyclist making a legal left turn among cars illustrates your poor social skills on so many levels! Having to loudly transfer thought to mouth? Having to interrupt someone who is trying to stay alive among […]
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A River Runs Through Here
Water issues downriver in Jefferson County affect those upriver, too, impacting the economy, recreation and food
“Without water – no farms – no food.” With that simple statement, Jefferson County Commissioner Mae Huston emphasizes the importance of irrigation water for farms near Madras, in Jefferson County, where the seed industry, along with other crops, are the lifeblood of the rural community. Without adequate water supplies for farmers, she says the City […]