Statewide – Around 100,000 Oregonians got a raise today thanks to a law passed during the 2016 Legislative session.
Senate Bill 1532, split the state into three regions, each with its own minimum hourly rate.
By 2023, Portland will end up with the highest, at $14.75 an hour.
Midsize counties such as Deschutes and Lane will have a $13.50-an-hour minimum wage, and rural counties such as Jefferson and Crook will have the lowest, at $12.50 an hour.
Calling All Makers Vendors & Sponsors, Applications Open for Central Oregon’s Longest-Running Holiday Gift Faire Locavore’s 17th Annual Holiday Gift Faire returns December 13 — a one-day showcase of artisan crafts, food, and gifts made in Central
High school students across Oregon are encouraged to showcase their video or graphic design skills by competing for cash prizes on behalf of improving workplace safety and health for young workers. The 2026 media contest, organized by
Effective 12:01 a.m. on October 17, 2025, the Central Oregon District (COD) of the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) will officially end fire season for all forestlands protected by the district. This includes over 2.3 million acres
Tax season may be months away, but Central Oregon’s AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program is already recruiting volunteers. The fully volunteer-run program provides free tax assistance to older adults with low to moderate income at six locations across
At approximately 4:09 a.m. on Friday morning, Bend Police responded to multiple callers reporting the sound of explosions or a possible vehicle crash in the Romaine Village area. Approximately 15 minutes later, another caller reported seeing a
