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This November, Benton County voters will participate in “Ranked Choice Voting” when electing Benton County Commissioners. Since Ranked Choice Voting will debut this coming election, the county enlisted the help of Sam Sasquatch to teach voters how it…

The Benton County Health Department announced they appointed Suzanne Hoffman as their new interim Health Department Director starting October 1, 2020. Her appointment is set for two years. Hoffman brings decades of experience to the table, according…

On May 18, Baker County Circuit Judge Matthew Shirtcliff invalidated Governor Kate Brown’s restrictions on social, religious, and business gatherings, along with other executive orders Brown issued under a state of emergency due to the COVID-19…

The Oregon Department of Forestry announced that they banned dispersed camping starting Monday, May 11 due to problems managing the trash and human waste left behind by campers. They anticipate continuing the ban for several weeks, until they have…

Governor Kate Brown says “You Are The Key” to reopening Oregon. On May 1, she announced the state’s reopening plan involves a partnership with six Oregon hospitals and Oregon Health Sciences University to ramp up testing and contact tracing…

The Oregon Secretary of State announced the state’s Prescription Drug Monitoring Program, or PDMP, won the Excellence in Accountability Award from the National State Auditors Association. “The Audits Division has a history of award-winning work and…

The state of Idaho announced that their May 19 primary election will be exclusively “vote by mail” to slow the spread of COVID-19 through the state’s existing absentee ballot system.“In order to keep Idahoans safe amid a growing global health…

The Oregon Health Authority wants you to quarantine and chill – safely. In case you missed it, the agency tweeted an infographic on April 8, outlining ways Oregonians can enjoy sexual activity while social distancing.One tip from the OHA graphic…

A recent social media leak brought to light a chilling conversation that may be happening in hospitals throughout the world. What if social distancing efforts don’t flatten the curve and the need for urgent care far exceeds a community hospital’s…

The Oregon Cultural Trust announced that they unanimously voted to devote $10 million to create an emergency relief fund to support the state’s arts and cultural organizations. However, their decision must be approved by the Oregon Legislature since…

On February 4, the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality announced they resumed processing cash rebates for low-to-moderate-income Oregonians who purchased or leased zero-emission vehicles. The rebates may be valued up to $2,500 for qualified…