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Central Oregon Wildfire Educators Group to hold series of Wildfire Preparedness Fairs Featured News by Oregon Today News
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03/20/2026

Oregon man accused of threatening to kill US Senator Featured News by Oregon Today News
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03/20/2026

STEADY PROGRESS CONTINUES ACROSS EMPIRE AREA  
  
There has been a lot of steady progress happening in the Empire area this past month, and it’s worth taking a moment to share some of the work that’s been completed. Public Works crews have been especially busy tackling a variety of projects aimed at improving infrastructure, maintaining public spaces, and addressing ongoing community needs. In addition, there is ongoing coordination with the Community Coalition of Empire. The City Council has designated Council Member Jacob Niebergall to attend the Coalition’s monthly meetings, helping to ensure questions are answered and information is shared consistently with community members.  
  
Here are a few highlights from recent work in Empire:  
• Thinned overgrown vegetation at the Plant 2 site, removed invasive species, and installed mulch to reduce future weed growth  
• Performed storm culvert and drainage maintenance along N. Empire Blvd., clearing vegetation and logs that were blocking water flow  
• Installed a drainage improvement at Fulton and Blanco to better manage water from an underground spring  
• Developed a dashboard application to help Public Works and the Police Department coordinate identification, posting, and cleanup of abandoned camps  
• Cleaned up 17 abandoned camps in the Empire area  
• Participated in the OBAB event at Topits Park on March 14  
• Strip paved the end of Wisconsin Street to address a maintenance issue and allow staff to allocate resources elsewhere  
• Paved the area along N. Morrison following earlier culvert installation  
• Finalizing the in-house design of a proposed public parking lot at Newmark and Wall  
• Awarded contracts for capital road improvement projects on N. Wason and Taylor, and on Newmark Avenue from Staples to LaClair  
  
Coming soon:  
• Reinstall floats at the boat ramp in April  
• Clean and replant landscaped areas along Newmark Avenue  
• Begin twice-monthly maintenance of landscaped areas through a new landscaping contract  
All of this work represents the kind of steady, ongoing effort it takes to keep the Empire area maintained and moving in a positive direction. While some projects are more visible than others, each one plays a role in supporting the neighborhood and responding to the needs of the community.  
  
-Joe Benetti, Mayor of Coos Bay Featured News by City of Coos Bay
STEADY PROGRESS CONTINUES ACROSS EMPIRE AREA There has been a lot of steady progress happening in the Empire area this past month, and it’s worth taking a moment to share some of the work that’s been completed. Public Works crews have been especially busy tackling a variety of projects aimed at improving infrastructure, maintaining public spaces, and addressing ongoing community needs. In addition, there is ongoing coordination with the Community Coalition of Empire. The City Council has designated Council Member Jacob Niebergall to attend the Coalition’s monthly meetings, helping to ensure questions are answered and information is shared consistently with community members. Here are a few highlights from recent work in Empire: • Thinned overgrown vegetation at the Plant 2 site, removed invasive species, and installed mulch to reduce future weed growth • Performed storm culvert and drainage maintenance along N. Empire Blvd., clearing vegetation and logs that were blocking water flow • Installed a drainage improvement at Fulton and Blanco to better manage water from an underground spring • Developed a dashboard application to help Public Works and the Police Department coordinate identification, posting, and cleanup of abandoned camps • Cleaned up 17 abandoned camps in the Empire area • Participated in the OBAB event at Topits Park on March 14 • Strip paved the end of Wisconsin Street to address a maintenance issue and allow staff to allocate resources elsewhere • Paved the area along N. Morrison following earlier culvert installation • Finalizing the in-house design of a proposed public parking lot at Newmark and Wall • Awarded contracts for capital road improvement projects on N. Wason and Taylor, and on Newmark Avenue from Staples to LaClair Coming soon: • Reinstall floats at the boat ramp in April • Clean and replant landscaped areas along Newmark Avenue • Begin twice-monthly maintenance of landscaped areas through a new landscaping contract All of this work represents the kind of steady, ongoing effort it takes to keep the Empire area maintained and moving in a positive direction. While some projects are more visible than others, each one plays a role in supporting the neighborhood and responding to the needs of the community. -Joe Benetti, Mayor of Coos Bay
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03/20/2026

Chuck Norris, head-kicking Hollywood icon, dies at 86 Featured News by Oregon Today News
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Michael Kors is having a major sale on everyday bags Featured News by Oregon Today News
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Watch live: Oregon's high school dance & drill state championships Featured News by Oregon Today News
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03/20/2026

Oregon voters have rejected most laws that reach ballot through referendums Featured News by Oregon Today News
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What happened to Chuck Norris? What we know about legendary actor's death Featured News by Oregon Today News
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03/20/2026

Federal student loans will move to Treasury, further shrinking Education Department Featured News by Oregon Today News
The Trump administration announced Thursday a three-phase transition that will move signif... More

03/20/2026

Israel launches more strikes on Tehran as Iran continues attacks on Gulf oil facilities Featured News by Oregon Today News
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03/20/2026

FCC approves merger of local television owners Nexstar and Tegna as two lawsuits seek to block it Featured News by Oregon Today News
The Federal Communications Commission on Thursday said it had approved the merger of local... More

03/20/2026

Trump is dismantling democracy at 'unprecedented' speed, global report finds Featured News by Oregon Today News
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TikToker decorates apartment with Oscars red carpet after dumpster diving adventure Featured News by Oregon Today News
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03/20/2026

Save the date for Bulky Waste!   
  
Don't forget your donation for the Tualatin Food Pantry.   
  
www.tualatin.gov/publicworks/bulky-waste-days Featured News by City of Tualatin
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Where to watch Oregon Ducks vs Virginia Tech March Madenss game for free today Featured News by Oregon Today News
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How to watch Arizona vs Long Island free: March Madness 2026 time, odds Featured News by Oregon Today News
The No 1 seed Arizona Wildcats face off against head coach and former Trail Blazer Rod Str... More

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The Oregon coast is good at washing up surprises. This one had hooves Featured News by Oregon Today News
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This Oregon couple avoided their 1970s kitchen for years. Then they spent $280K to make it perfect Featured News by Oregon Today News
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Meet the great-great-grandmother guarding Oregon City’s basement speakeasy Featured News by Oregon Today News
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Readers respond: Oregonians together can rebuild our home Featured News by Oregon Today News
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