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March Madness: Oregon represented by 14 basketball players in men’s NCAA tournament

By Beaver State News | Mar 17, 2025

Portland has the most players of any city representing Oregon in the tournament.

Oregon Lottery announces winners for annual raffle

By Beaver State News | Mar 14, 2025

The Oregon Lottery has announced the winning numbers for its annual Raffle, which includes a top prize of $1 million.

Lincoln City construction updates: Spring break schedule changes announced

By Beaver State News | Mar 14, 2025

Crews in Lincoln City are actively working to upgrade curb ramps along U.S. 101 to meet ADA standards, aiming to improve accessibility for all pedestrians.

Scammers impersonate DMV and ODOT in fake unpaid toll text scheme

By Beaver State News | Mar 14, 2025

Scammers are currently posing as the Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), sending fraudulent text messages about unpaid toll fees.

Scammers impersonate Oregon transportation agencies in unpaid toll fee scam

By Beaver State News | Mar 14, 2025

Scammers are currently targeting Oregon residents by posing as the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) in text messages regarding unpaid toll fees.

Southeast Area Commission on Transportation schedules March meeting in John Day

By Beaver State News | Mar 14, 2025

The Southeast Area Commission on Transportation is scheduled to meet on March 20 in John Day.

Oregon DOT advises on proper use of preclearance devices

By Beaver State News | Mar 13, 2025

Does your trucking company use preclearance devices to bypass roadside weigh stations?

Oregon DMV Stayton office closed temporarily due to staffing

By Beaver State News | Mar 13, 2025

The Oregon DMV Stayton office located at 11656 Sublimity Road S.E. is closed today due to staffing issues.

Historic Columbia River Highway closes due to roadway settling near Larch Mountain

By Beaver State News | Mar 13, 2025

The Historic Columbia River Highway, also known as U.S. 30, is currently closed east of Larch Mountain Road between the Portland Women’s Forum and Vista House due to roadway settling.

Oregon ranks 16th highest in the U.S. for government transfer dependency at 20.1% in 2022

By Beaver State News | Mar 12, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 20.1% of income in Oregon—ranking it the 16th most dependent among U.S. states.

Oregon ranks 13th highest in U.S. for per capita government transfer income at $12,514 in 2022

By Beaver State News | Mar 12, 2025

In 2022, residents of Oregon received an average of $12,514 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 13th highest in the nation.

Oregon agriculture faces uncertainty amid federal program changes

By Beaver State News | Mar 12, 2025

The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) is navigating a period of uncertainty as changes to federal programs under President Trump's administration affect the agricultural sector.

Main Street Bridge repairs prompt ODOT online open house for public engagement

By Beaver State News | Mar 12, 2025

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) has launched an online open house to inform the public about the upcoming repairs on the OR 126B Westbound Main Street Bridge.

CCD hosts webinar on tax compliance next week

By Beaver State News | Mar 12, 2025

The upcoming CCD brown bag webinar is scheduled for Wednesday, March 19 at noon PST.

Oregon responds to rise in uncertainty amidst steady small business optimism

By Beaver State News | Mar 11, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released the latest Small Business Optimism Index, showing a fourth consecutive month above the 51-year average of 98.

Oregon seeks applicants for 72 open seats on agricultural commodity commissions

By Beaver State News | Mar 11, 2025

The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) is seeking applicants for 72 commissioner positions across 22 commodity commissions.

Employers classified under the Construction industry file 6 H-1B petitions in Oregon throughout 2024

By Beaver State News | Mar 10, 2025

Employers classified under the Construction industry based in Oregon submitted six H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.