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Burns DMV closure set for March due to facility work

Residents of Burns, Oregon, should note that the local DMV office will temporarily close on March 21 for facility work.

By Beaver State News | Mar 6, 2025

Vehicle recovery on OR 126 near Vida expected to cause delays and closures

Travelers on OR 126 near milepost 31, approximately five miles east of Vida, should anticipate delays and potential closures on Friday, March 7.

By Beaver State News | Mar 6, 2025

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Rockfall removal may cause delays on I-84 near Rowena Bluffs next week

By Beaver State News | Mar 6, 2025

Starting March 10 and continuing through March 13, crews from the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) will be working to remove rocks that fell during January storms.

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Construction begins soon on U.S. 101 sidewalk project in Brookings

By Beaver State News | Mar 4, 2025

Contractors for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) are set to commence construction on a project aimed at enhancing bicycle and pedestrian facilities along U.S. 101 in Brookings.

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Biosecurity measures emphasized for animal handlers to prevent disease outbreaks

By Beaver State News | Feb 28, 2025

Animal handlers are urged to prioritize biosecurity measures to protect both themselves and the animals in their care.

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Northeast Area Commission on Transportation schedules March meeting in La Grande

By Beaver State News | Feb 28, 2025

The Northeast Area Commission on Transportation is scheduled to meet on Thursday, March 6, from 9 a.m. to noon Pacific Time.

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Oregon DMV resumes motor voter registration after implementing new safeguards

By Beaver State News | Feb 26, 2025

The Oregon Driver and Motor Vehicle Services (DMV) has announced the resumption of sending records to the Oregon Secretary of State for automatic voter registration.

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Temporary weight restrictions announced for Harrison Boulevard starting February 27

By Beaver State News | Feb 25, 2025

If you have been navigating through downtown Corvallis recently, you might have noticed ongoing work on the OR 34 Van Buren Bridge.

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Coquille DMV announces temporary closure for facility work

By Beaver State News | Feb 25, 2025

The Coquille DMV office is scheduled to close temporarily on March 7, 2025, to undergo necessary facility work.

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Landslide closes OR 224 near Ripplebrook Ranger Station after heavy rains

By Beaver State News | Feb 24, 2025

A landslide has forced the closure of OR 224, located four miles west of the Ripplebrook Ranger Station, following heavy rainfall on Sunday, February 23, 2025.

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Bridge replacement prompts road closure near Meacham from March to October

By Beaver State News | Feb 21, 2025

The Meacham Creek and Union Pacific Railroad Bridge will be closed starting March 15 for a complete replacement.

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Oregon begins two-year road improvement project on Highway 42

By Beaver State News | Feb 21, 2025

Construction is set to begin next week on a two-year project aimed at improving Oregon 42 through Winston and the Green District.

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OR 126W closure and delays expected near Mapleton on February 19-20

By Beaver State News | Feb 17, 2025

Travelers on OR 126W near milepost 19, five miles east of Mapleton, should anticipate delays and closures as crews work to clear rocks and debris from the east side of the Pederson Tunnel, also known as the Knowles Creek Tunnel.

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Construction begins on OR 126 bridge near Redmond

By Beaver State News | Feb 14, 2025

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) has announced upcoming construction on the N. Unit Canal Bridge, located at mile point 3 near the Redmond Airport, as part of efforts to enhance safety on OR 126.

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Health alert issued over detection of avian flu in domestic cats

By Beaver State News | Feb 14, 2025

The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) and the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) have issued a warning to pet owners about the risks associated with raw pet food.

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State offices closed in Oregon due to inclement weather

By Beaver State News | Feb 13, 2025

Due to inclement weather, state offices in several regions are closed on Thursday, February 13, 2025.

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CCD offices in Portland and Salem closed due to weather

By Beaver State News | Feb 13, 2025

Due to inclement weather, CCD offices in the Portland metro area and Salem will be closed on Friday, February 14, 2025.

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Major crash closes I-84 westbound near Hood River amid winter conditions

By Beaver State News | Feb 13, 2025

A significant traffic incident occurred Thursday morning on I-84, resulting in the closure of westbound lanes from Hood River to four miles west of Multnomah Falls.