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
On November 11, 2025, the Bend Elks Lodge #1371 warmly invites all veterans and their families to a complimentary lunch in honor of Veterans Day. The event will take place from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at
A statewide study of more than 60,000 adult Oregonians shows that living near cannabis retail stores is associated with a greater tendency toward frequent cannabis use but a lower likelihood of heavy alcohol consumption. The research led
As this year comes to a close, Oregon State Parks is looking back on 2025 and planning for the 2026 season. This year Oregon State Parks welcomed millions of visitors, maintained nearly 1,000 miles of trails, hosted
State and local leaders, fire officials, and climate advocates gathered for a round table press event to discuss the growing danger of wildfires and related flooding in Central Oregon and the urgent need for stronger mitigation and
