Deputy Settles Discrimination Case

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Deschutes County and Deputy Crystal Jansen have agreed to a settlement of her pending federal lawsuit. Jansen claimed she was discriminated against for being a woman and blocked from promotions. Under the terms of the settlement, Deputy Jansen will resign her position with the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office in return for payment of $527,000, inclusive of attorney fees. The parties will not be providing any additional comment.

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Veterans Appreciation Day

Join us for a heartfelt day dedicated to honoring and celebrating our veterans at Veterans Appreciation Day! This special event is designed to show gratitude to those who have served while raising funds to support local veterans

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Oregon Unemployment Benefits Increase

The Oregon Employment Department announced today the annual adjustment to the minimum and maximum weekly benefit amounts (WBAs) for both regular Unemployment Insurance and Paid Leave Oregon claims. Each year, under Oregon law (ORS 657.150(4) and ORS 657B.050), the Employment

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Americans’ Interest in EV’s Ebbs

Those who are interested in buying an EV say saving on gasoline (74%), environmental concerns (59%), and the lower maintenance costs associated with electric vehicles (47%) are the primary drivers. Other reasons consumers choose EVs include taking