Santa Express to Collect Food, Clothing, and Toys for Families in Need
Santa and the Bend Fire Department Santa Express are back spreading holiday cheer! We will be driving through neighborhoods with our friend Santa collecting food, clothing and toys to support the Salvation Army. Collection bins have been placed at all our fire stations for any donations between now and Friday December 13th, 2024.
In 2023, The Salvation Army and Santa Express collected thousands of pounds of food plus much needed clothing and toys to over 600 families in the Bend area. Anything and everything help, even if it’s one can of food or a small toy that donation will go a long ways to providing a good dinner and a nice gift on Christmas and a smile on a child’s face Christmas morning. The Salvation Army would like to express the need for gifts to be given to teenage age kids as well. Please join the Bend Fire Department in supporting our community! 2024 has brought more community need this year and we’re asking for your help and support.
Known community needs:
- Kids (all ages) winter coats
- Teen and Pre-Teen Christmas gifts (t-shirts, sweatshirts, bath/body products, gift cards, sports supplies, etc)
Here is a list of the neighborhoods for our nightly walks. Maps available upon request.
- Monday December 2nd - Pineridge, River Canyon and Aspen Rim neighborhoods
- Wednesday December 4th - Foxborough, Larkspur, Sun Meadow neighborhoods
- Wednesday December 5th - Three Pines Ridge, Shevlin Ridge and Shevlin Meadows neighborhoods
Drop off non-perishable foods, new toys or clothing at any of these locations. Boxes will be in place until Friday December 13, 2023:
If you can’t make it any of these locations and would like someone to come by and pick up your donation in the Bend area, please call our office at 541-322-6386 to arrange a curbside pickup.
Thanks ahead of time from Bend Firefighters Association, Bend Fire & Rescue, Cascade Disposal and The Salvation Army for helping families in need this holiday season. If you need help for this holiday season with food or presents, please call The Salvation Army at 541-389-8888.
Lane County, Ore 12 Nov 24- On Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 4:43 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a single-vehicle crash on the Northwest Expressway, near milepost .5, in Lane County.
The preliminary investigation indicated a northbound Acura MDX, operated by Jeffery Alan Milchak (40) of Eugene, left the roadway for unknown reasons, struck a tree, and became fully engulfed.
The operator of the Acura (Milchak) was declared deceased at the scene.
The highway was impacted for approximately 3.5 hours during the on-scene investigation. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
OSP was assisted by the Eugene/Springfield Fire Departments and the Eugene Police Department.
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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU)
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in the documentation, investigation, and analysis of complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in the use of advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.
EUGENE, Ore.—A Coos Bay, Oregon man was sentenced to federal prison Wednesday for taking sexually explicit images of a minor.
Willard Verdell Cowan, 61, was sentenced to 300 months in federal prison followed by a lifetime term of supervised release.
According to court documents, beginning in early 2021, Cowan offered to talk with a minor who often suffered from panic attacks. Instead, he preyed on the victim’s vulnerability by providing alcohol and marijuana before sexually assaulting the victim. Cowan continued to sexually abuse the victim, at times recording the abuse and soliciting sexually explicit images from the minor, until he was arrested in March 2023.
On February 16, 2023, a federal grand jury in Eugene returned a two-count indictment charging Cowan with sexually exploiting a child and distributing child pornography.
On August 21, 2024, Cowan pleaded guilty to sexually exploiting a child.
This case was investigated by the FBI and Coos County Sheriff’s Office. It was prosecuted by Jeffrey S. Sweet, Assistant U.S. Attorney for the District of Oregon, in coordination with the Coos County District Attorney’s Office.
Anyone who has information about the physical or online exploitation of children are encouraged to call the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324) or submit a tip online at tips.fbi.gov.
The FBI CETF conducts sexual exploitation investigations, many of them undercover, in coordination with federal, state and local law enforcement agencies. CETF is committed to locating and arresting those who prey on children as well as recovering and assisting victims of sex trafficking and child exploitation.
Federal law defines child pornography as any visual depiction of sexually explicit conduct involving a minor. It is important to remember child sexual abuse material depicts actual crimes being committed against children. Not only do these images and videos document the victims’ exploitation and abuse, but when shared across the internet, re-victimize and re-traumatize the child victims each time their abuse is viewed. To learn more, please visit the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children at www.missingkids.org.
This case was brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative launched in May 2006 by the Justice Department to combat the growing epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse. For more information about Project Safe Childhood, please visit www.justice.gov/psc.
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Note to media: All interview requests related to this reward will be handled by the FBI’s Seattle Field Office. Contact Seattle.Media@fbi.gov if you wish to request an interview or have further questions.
The FBI’s Seattle Field Office is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest, and conviction of the person responsible setting incendiary fires at two ballot boxes in Vancouver, Washington, and one in Portland, Oregon. The FBI's Seeking Information poster can be found here: https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/seeking-info/ballot-box-fires
On October 8, 2024, between 3:30 and 4:00 a.m., an unknown individual placed an improvised incendiary device on a ballot drop box in Vancouver, Washington. Subsequently, on October 28, 2024, between 2:00 and 4:00 a.m., improvised incendiary devices were placed on ballot drop boxes in Vancouver, Washington, and Portland, Oregon.
A surveillance camera captured images of an early 2003 to 2004 Volvo S-60 sedan, dark in color, with dark wheels and a light-colored interior, driven by the suspect believed to responsible for these crimes. The vehicle does not have a Volvo logo on the front grill. At the time of the October 28, 2024, incidents, the vehicle also displayed a fraudulent temporary Washington license plate on the rear and no front license plate. The plate, which is not associated with a Volvo, may no longer be on the vehicle.
The driver of the vehicle is described as a White male, approximately 30 to 40 years old with thinning hair. It is believed that he may have some experience with metal work and welding.
Anyone with information is asked to call your nearest FBI office, provide information online at tips.fbi.gov, or call 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324).
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(Salem) – Siblings Aesbeau Lorelai Sabine Rose Jones, age 7, and Brooklyn Korus Summer Mae West, age 9, went missing with their mother Chelsea Alexander and step-father Jason Alexander from Eugene, Oregon. on Oct. 7. The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), Child Welfare Division believes that Aesbeau and Brooklyn may be at risk and is searching for them to assess their safety.
ODHS asks the public to help in the effort to find Aesbeau and Brooklyn. Anyone who suspects they have information about the location of the children or Chelsea or Jason Alexander should call 911 or the Oregon Child Abuse Hotline at 1-855-503-SAFE (7233).
They are believed to be in the area of Pagosa Springs, Colorado, and may be traveling in a black Honda Civic towards Texas, Arkansas, Tennessee, Georgia or North Carolina. Chelsea Alexander also goes by Chi Alexander.
Name: Aesbeau Lorelai Sabine Rose Jones
Pronouns: She/her
Date of birth: Aug. 1, 2017
Height: 3-foot-10
Weight: 44 pounds
Hair: Brown
Eye color: Brown
Other identifying information: Aesbeau, pronounced “Esbay” also goes by Beau
Lane County Sherriff’s Office Case #24-05401
Eugene Police Department Case #24-17246
National Center for Missing and Exploited Children Case #24-17246
Name: Brooklyn Korus Summer Mae West
Pronouns: She/her
Date of birth: June 21, 2015
Height: 4-foot-1
Weight: 50 pounds
Hair: Blond
Eye color: Brown
Lane County Sherriff’s Office Case #24-05402
Eugene Police Department Case #24-17246
National Center for Missing and Exploited Children Case #24-17246
Sometimes when a child is missing they may be in significant danger and ODHS may need to locate them to assess and support their safety. As ODHS works to do everything it can to find these missing children and assess their safety, media alerts will be issued in some circumstances when it is determined necessary. Sometimes, in these situations, a child may go missing repeatedly, resulting in more than one media alert for the same child.
Report child abuse to the Oregon Child Abuse Hotline by calling 1-855-503-SAFE (7233). This toll-free number allows you to report abuse of any child or adult to the Oregon Department of Human Services, 24 hours a day, seven days a week and 365 days a year.
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The FBI Seattle and Portland Field Offices will host a call for news media announcing a seeking information poster with significant reward for the ballot box fires occurring in Vancouver, Washington, and Portland, Oregon, in October 2024. The moderated conference call will provide opening remarks and a brief Q&A session.
WHEN: Today, Wednesday, November 13, at 12:30 p.m. PST
WHO:
WHERE: Due to a limited number of phone lines, the dial-in number will be provided to media who RSVP to seattle.media@fbi.gov.
OPEN PRESS: All remarks, including Q and A, will be on the record. Recording is allowed for broadcast.
NOTE: Media must RSVP by 11:30 a.m. and will be provided the dial-in information shortly before the start of the call.
Please RSVP to seattle.media@fbi.gov with the email address of the person(s) attending the event, so that we may reach them directly if details change.
ENTERPRISE, Ore. – BTO Forestry Solutions, based in Enterprise, has been chosen as Operator of the Year for Eastern Oregon. A regional advisory committee to the Oregon Board of Forestry earlier this fall selected the logging company for the honor. The firm and its owner, Mike Wiedeman, will be recognized in Salem at the January meeting of the Board along with honorees from northwest and southwest Oregon. Those are:
The Operator of the Year award recognizes forest operators who, while harvesting timber or doing other forestry work, protect natural resources at a level that consistently meets or goes above and beyond requirements of the Oregon Forest Practices Act . That law requires people to manage forests responsibly and protect streams and water quality, protect and enhance habitat, and reduce landslide risks. The law also requires landowners to replant forests after harvesting.
Mike Wiedeman first started working in the timber industry in 1966 soon after graduating from high school. Eventually he became owner of his own logging firm. He was nominated this year for using long-span cabling to tackle a timber harvest on steep slopes leading down to a fish-bearing stream in canyonlands in Wallowa County.
“Mike had to carefully place his yarder in order to get enough lift to suspend logs over distances of close to a mile in some places,” said ODF’s Wallowa Unit Forester Tracy Brostrom. “This protected the soil and reduced the risk of erosion by avoiding gouging.”
Brostrom said Wiedeman also used his decades of logging experience to overcome other challenges, such as the lack of stumps that could anchor his rigging lines (called tailholds). “Instead, he secured them with large bulldozers,” said Brostrom.
View a video of BTO Forestry Solution’s work at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcE22ZAA8I8
Merit Awards were also given to two other eastern Oregon companies.
ODF Forest Resources Division Chief Josh Barnard said, “There were so many great nominees to pick from this year, it made the work of the selection committees very hard.”
Barnard said nominees showed they could meet the challenge of working under new rules that came into effect this year. The updated Oregon Forest Practices Act rules provide more protection for forest resources, such as wider stream buffers and limitations on equipment use around tributaries of fish-bearing streams.
“We saw a lot of innovative technology and techniques being used to protect water quality. On challenging harvesting sites, the Operators of the Year showed extraordinary care and diligence to protect resources and meet landowner objectives. We’re proud to recognize those efforts.”
Oregon enacted the Forest Practices Act in 1971 as a national model for forest management laws. The law focuses on ensuring responsible forest operations and protecting natural resources in forestland. The Act has been updated many times based on new scientific information and values to create a balanced approach to natural resource management.
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(Vancouver, WA) – This weekend, more than 450 students and faculty from 31 Pacific Northwest, predominantly undergraduate institutions gathered to present and celebrate science research at the 33rd annual Murdock College Science Research (MCSR) Conference. Hosted by the M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust and Whitman College, the conference focuses on sharing and advancing new knowledge in the natural sciences.
The following faculty prizes were awarded:
Dr. Andreas Madlung, Distinguished Professor of Biology, University of Puget Sound, was awarded the Lynwood W. Swanson Scientific Research Award.
Dr. Samuel Fey, Associate Professor of Biology, Reed College, was awarded the Lynwood W. Swanson Promise for Scientific Research Award.
Students were also awarded prizes for poster (14) and oral (2) presentations. Student winners were from Eastern Washington University, George Fox University, Gonzaga University, Lewis & Clark College, Northwest Nazarene University, Pacific University, Seattle Pacific University, Seattle University, Trinity Western University, University of Portland, Western Washington University, Whitman College, and Willamette University.
A full list of awards and winners available here.
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The Construction Contractors Board (CCB), the state agency that licenses contractors in Oregon, conducts periodic enforcement sweeps in search of unlicensed contractor activity and other violations. “Unlicensed contractors put consumers at risk,” said Vena Swanson, CCB Enforcement Manager. “By searching for unlicensed contractor activity, we’re helping to protect consumers that hire contractors.” As of last week, CCB’s productive sweep season came to a successful conclusion.
What is a CCB Enforcement Sweep?
An enforcement sweep is a planned effort with Field Investigators working together in designated areas searching for unlicensed contractors and illegal construction activity. This year’s sweep season, which started last spring and concluded at the end of October, touched every region of Oregon. Some sweeps were conducted with other state agencies, while others were conducted as a part of a national sweep effort. The agency conducted 10 collective weeks of sweeps over the last 6 months, sometimes overlapping sweeps in different areas of the state at the same time.
“We completed 1,052 CCB license/jobsite checks, checked the certification on 330 lead-based paint jobsites, and checked credentialing for 170 tradespeople during this collective 10 weeks,” reported Swanson. The result? The CCB issued 226 proposed violations during 2024 sweeps. These proposed violations can lead to civil penalties. Some of the major violations included working without a license, lack of workers compensation insurance, working on pre-1978 homes without a lead-based paint license, and violation of safety practice standards while working with lead-based paint. There were many other offenses as well, such as failure to have a valid contract in place, advertising without a CCB number, and not being registered with the Secretary of State.
While the goal of sweeps is to find illegal construction activity and confront it head on, CCB Field Investigators also encounter CCB licensees in the field. Jobsite checks go fast for contractors in compliance with the law. These encounters give licensees a chance to ask compliance-related questions and develop a rapport with field investigators.
Why Are Sweeps Important?
“When reports of alleged violations are relayed back to our Compliance team, the civil penalty process may begin,” said Swanson. “The desired outcome is to shield consumers from harm and promote a fair business environment.”
Sweeps reinforce CCB’s strong enforcement presence and can help identify, remediate, and stop construction violations. Those in violation of construction laws often take steps toward compliance once a violation is issued.
Dangers of Hiring an Unlicensed Contractor
While CCB can fine unlicensed contractors for violations, consumers that hire unlicensed contractors have little recourse when construction projects go awry. CCB urges consumers to check contractors for an active license before hiring them. Consumers who become aware of unlicensed contractor jobsites should report them to the CCB.
The dangers of working with unlicensed contractors include:
How Can I Report Unlicensed Contractor Activity?
Reporting unlicensed contractor activity is easy with the CCB’s website. Consumers that are aware of unlicensed contractors working on active jobsites can report the activity to the CCB at this link: https://search.ccb.state.or.us/online_complaint_enf/
Consumers can also find this link themselves through the CCB’s website, www.oregon.gov/ccb
To report activity, look for the button that says “Report Contractor Activity.” Reports can be made anonymously, or consumers can request a follow up phone call to find out what happened to their report.
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About the CCB
The CCB is the state agency licensing over 42,000 contractors. Anyone who is paid to repair, improve or build a home must be licensed. Learn more about how to have a successful project at www.oregon.gov/ccb.
For Immediate Release
Redmond, OR – November 13, 2024– Shepherd's House Ministries’ Redmond Center, an essential resource for individuals facing homelessness and hardship, will celebrate its first anniversary this Friday, November 15th. Since opening partially on November 15, 2023, as an overnight shelter offering breakfast and dinner, the Redmond Center expanded its services on February 5, 2024, becoming a 24/7 facility providing comprehensive support, including day services, three meals daily, case management, life skills classes, and an internship program for individuals in long-term recovery.
The impact of the Redmond Center over the past year speaks to its vital role within the community. In collaboration with other service providers, the Redmond Center has offered a foundation of safety and stability, helping guests move toward self-sufficiency and new opportunities. Key metrics showcase the Center’s influence:
-Total Transitions in 2024 YTD: 93 (98 since November 15, 2023)
-Unique Individuals Served in 2024 YTD: 384 (393 since November 15, 2023)
-Unique Individuals in Case Management 2024 YTD: 189
Reflecting on the center’s journey from partial to full operation, Shepherd’s House Ministries is grateful for the partnerships and community support enabling its services to evolve and grow. By offering shelter, meals, and resources in tandem with local organizations, the Redmond Center ensures each guest receives tailored support, fostering an environment where individuals can regain control of their lives and plan for a hopeful future.
“We are honored to celebrate one year of service in Redmond and grateful to God and the community support that has made this milestone possible,” said Curt Floski, Executive Director of Shepherd’s House Ministries. “Through collaboration and dedication, we’ve seen real transformation of lives by offering safety, stability, spiritual support and resources to people when they need them most. We look forward to continuing to build on this foundation in our second year.”
The public and media are invited to Shepherd’s House Ministries on Friday, November 15th, for an anniversary event to learn more about the Redmond Center's impact and celebrate this milestone. Media interviews with Shepherd's House leadership, Redmond Center staff, and individuals involved in the shelter’s programming are available upon request. This is an opportunity to hear firsthand about the Redmond Center’s work and the lives it has changed through its services.
About Shepherd's House Ministries
Shepherd’s House Ministries provides resources and support to vulnerable individuals across Central Oregon. Offering a range of services, including mobile outreach services, shelter, meals, and long-term recovery programs, Shepherd’s House is dedicated to helping individuals achieve life transformation and hope and breaking the cycles of homelessness.
Contact information:
(541) 388-2096
shministries.org
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EUGENE, Ore.—A Eugene man pleaded guilty to three federal hate crimes today for intentionally defacing a Eugene synagogue on multiple occasions.
Adam Edward Braun, 34, pleaded guilty to two counts of intentionally defacing a synagogue and one count of attempting to deface religious property because it was a place of religious worship for Jewish people.
According to court documents, between September 2023 and January 2024, Braun intentionally defaced Temple Beth Israel, a Jewish synagogue in Eugene, by repeatedly targeting the synagogue with graffiti, some of which used antisemitic symbols and phrases. Braun’s pattern of behavior culminated in the early morning hours of January 14, 2024, when he traveled to Temple Beth Israel with a hammer and prepared to swing at the glass doors of the synagogue. Braun stopped when he saw he was being recorded by a surveillance camera, and then moved to a different area of the property and used spray paint to write “White Power” in large letters on the building’s exterior.
On January 31, 2024, officers from the Eugene Police Department, with assistance from the FBI, executed a state search warrant on Braun’s Eugene residence. Investigators located multiple pieces of evidence connecting Braun to the attacks on Temple Beth Israel, along with several items and writings belonging to Braun that were consistent with antisemitic beliefs and biases.
Braun was initially charged by criminal complaint on March 4, 2024. Later, on May 9, 2024, Braun was charged by criminal information with five counts of defacing and attempting to deface religious property because it was a place of religious worship for Jewish people.
Braun faces a maximum sentence of one year in prison, a $100,000 fine, and one year of supervised release for each count. He will be sentenced on February 18, 2025, before U.S. District Court Judge Michael J. McShane.
As part of the plea agreement, Braun has agreed to pay restitution in full to the victim.
This case was investigated by the FBI with assistance from the Eugene Police Department. Gavin W. Bruce, Assistant U.S. Attorney for the District of Oregon, and Cameron A. Bell, Trial Attorney for the Civil Rights Division Criminal Section, are prosecuting the case.
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SALEM, Oregon— The County Opportunity Grant Program Advisory Committee will hold an online public meeting to review grant applications 9 to 10:30 a.m. Nov. 13 via Zoom.
The Committee will evaluate and score all applications and create a priority ranking list of projects to be funded. The list will then go to the Oregon State Parks and Recreation Commission for final review and approval.
A meeting agenda is posted on the County Opportunity Grant Program web page at https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/GRA/pages/GRA-cogp.aspx . A link to register for the Zoom meeting is also posted at the site: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_491vQ9MFTly3oZx2c7v_4w
The COGP Advisory Committee consists of seven members who represent counties, recreational vehicle owners, people with disabilities and the general public. They also represent various geographic areas of the state.
The COGP was established in 1983 to direct a portion of revenue from recreational vehicle registration fees to counties for park and recreation sites and programs. All Oregon counties are eligible to apply. The program is administered by Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD).
For more information about the COGP, visit oprdgrants.org.
Deschutes County, Ore 7 Nov 24- On Thursday, November 7, 2024, 1:00 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Hwy 20, near milepost 20, in Deschutes County.
The preliminary investigation indicated Husqvarna motorcycle, operated by Stephen Paul Tranhaile (67) of Redmond, was attempting to merge into the eastbound lane and was still in the westbound lane when it struck a westbound Ford F-350, operated by Brian Daniel Bohrer (39) of Bend, head-on.
The operator of the Husqvarna (Tranhaile) was declared deceased at the scene.
The operator of the Ford (Bohrer) was reportedly not injured.
The highway was impacted for approximately three hours during the on-scene investigation.
OSP was assisted by ODOT.
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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU)
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in the documentation, investigation, and analysis of complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in the use of advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.
The DPSST Basic Corrections Firearms Workgroup will meet at 8:00 am on Thursday, November 21, 2024, in the Victor G. Atiyeh Boardroom at the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training located at 4190 Aumsville Hwy SE, Salem, Oregon. For further information, please contact Julie Collinson at (503) 510-5530 or Jennifer Howald at .howald@dpsst.oregon.gov">jennifer.howald@dpsst.oregon.gov and (503) 551-3258.
The meeting will be recorded and posted on the DPSST YouTube page after the meeting: https://www.youtube.com/@DPSST
Agenda Items
1. Introductions
2. Agency Update for the Oregon State Sheriff's Association Jail Commanders Meeting in December
Presented by DPSST Staff
3. Discuss Poll Questions
4. Next Workgroup Meeting – December 19, 2024, at 9 a.m.
Administrative Announcement
This is a public meeting, subject to the public meeting law. This meeting will be digitally recorded and posted on the DPSST YouTube page after the meeting. The meeting will also be recorded in the form of written minutes. Discussion of issues will only be conducted by workgroup members. Please be mindful of comments and side conversations.
Rain Festival Offers Opportunity for Community Members to Engage and Share Input
TILLAMOOK, OR, Nov. 8, 2024 – What common values, questions, and even misconceptions about state forests do Oregonians have? On Nov.16, Lewis & Clark students will engage community members to help answer these questions as part of the Rain Festival being held at Tillamook Forest Center.
The Rain Festival is a free event providing the public with activities including a salmon release, guided walks, crafts, and displays that celebrate the Tillamook State Forest and its watersheds. For 19 students studying environmental engagement at Lewis & Clark, the Rain Festival will also be a pivotal opportunity for gathering public input about the perspectives, attitudes, and appreciation that define how Oregonians value our forests. Lewis & Clark Professor Alana Rader has developed the course in collaboration with Denise Berkshire of the Tillamook Forest Center, to deepen students’ engagement and communication skills in real-world settings. The Lewis & Clark students are preparing by designing and refining the public engagement activities for the Rain Festival. Afterwards, the students will analyze the data they gather and make a presentation to the state Board of Forestry to provide perspectives on people’s understanding of, and attitudes toward, Oregon’s state forests.
Members of the media are invited to attend the Nov. 16 event, where Rader, Berkshire, and the Lewis & Clark students will be available for interviews about the process and goals of the collaboration. An RSVP to Tim Hoffman and iedman@lclark.edu">Lori Friedman is requested, but day of coverage is also welcome.
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Salem – High school students across Oregon are encouraged to put their video or graphic design skills on display by competing for cash prizes as part of a larger cause: increasing awareness about workplace safety and health for young workers.
The 2025 media contest, organized by the Oregon Young Employee Safety (O[yes]) Coalition, calls on participants to create an ad – through a compelling graphic design or video – that grabs their peers’ attention and convinces them to take the Young Employee Safety Awareness online training.
Participants get to choose the key message, theme, or tagline they believe will go furthest in capturing their audience and moving it to act. The target audience? Teen workers or teens who are preparing to work for the first time. The contest is now open for submissions. To compete, participants may submit either a graphic design or a video that is no more than 90 seconds in length.
Participants are expected to choose their key message, theme, or tagline in a wise and positive manner, including constructive and effective messages and language.
The top three entries in each of the two media categories will take home cash prizes ranging from $300 to $500. In each category, the first-place winner’s school, club, or organization will receive a matching award. Moreover, O[yes] will use the best of the submissions as ads in its ongoing efforts to improve on-the-job safety and health protections for teens.
While they carry out their projects, participants must ensure the health and safety of their team. No one should be endangered while creating their video or graphic design project.
The deadline for submissions is 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21, 2025.
Participants are encouraged to submit entries online. Submissions may also be mailed on a USB thumb drive or delivered in person.
For more information about the entry form and rules, contest expectations, and resources – including previous contest winners – visit the O[yes] online contest page.
The contest sponsors are local Oregon chapters of the American Society of Safety Professionals, Construction Safety Summit, Central Oregon Safety & Health Association, Hoffman Construction Company, Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), Oregon OSHA, SafeBuild Alliance, SAIF Corporation, and the Oregon Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) Alliance.
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About Oregon OSHA: Oregon OSHA enforces the state's workplace safety and health rules and works to improve workplace safety and health for all Oregon workers. The division is part of the Department of Consumer and Business Services, Oregon’s largest consumer protection and business regulatory agency. Visit osha.oregon.gov and dcbs.oregon.gov.
About the Oregon Young Employee Safety Coalition (O[yes]): (O[yes]) is a nonprofit dedicated to preventing young worker injuries and fatalities. O[yes] members include safety and health professionals, educators, employers, labor and trade associations, and regulators. Visit youngemployeesafety.org.
UPDATE
The Oregon State Police Bomb Squad determined the suspicious package to be hygiene products and NOT a device. At this time there is no danger to the public.
Law Enforcement appreciates the public's patience as we methodically open roadways and access to the area and buildings.
END OF UPDATE
CORRECTION/UPDATE:
The location of the suspicious package is 1300 NW Wall Street, at the front of the door to the Department of Human Services.
Oregon State Police Bomb Squad is assisting the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office with the investigation.
END OF CORRECTION/UPDATE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Released By: Sergeant Jason Wall
Release Date: November 12, 2024
Narrative:
On November 12th, 2024, at 12:00 pm, the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office was dispatched to the Deschutes County Court House for a report of a suspicious package.
We ask the public to please avoid the area, as there is heavy law enforcement presence as well as road closures. Law enforcement is currently investigating the suspicious package and attempting to render the area safe.
We ask that the public report to Deschutes County 911 any suspicious person(s), vehicles, or packages immediately.
More information will be released when it becomes available.
END OF RELEASE
The Private Security/Investigator Policy Committee of the Board on Public Safety Standards and Training will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at 1:30 p.m., in the Governor Victor G. Atiyeh Boardroom at the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST or Department) located at 4190 Aumsville Hwy SE, Salem, Oregon. For further information, please contact Juan Lopez at (503) 551-3167.
Effective Jan. 1, 2024, the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training will be live streaming all public meetings via YouTube. Meetings will no longer be streamed on Facebook. To view the Private Security/Investigator Policy Committee's live-stream and other recorded videos, please visit DPSST’s official YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/@DPSST.
Agenda Items:
1. Introductions
2. Approve October 15, 2024, Meeting Minutes
3. Meeting Purpose
4. Information Program Video
5. Discussion of Previous Suggestions
6. Prioritizing Suggestions
7. Next Steps
8. Open Forum
9. Next Regularly Scheduled Meeting – February 18, 2024, at 1:30 p.m.
Administrative Announcement
This is a public meeting, subject to the public meeting law and it will be recorded. Deliberation of issues will only be conducted by Private Security/Private Investigations Policy Committee members unless permitted by the Chair. Individuals who engage in disruptive behavior that impedes official business will be asked to stop being disruptive or leave the meeting. Additional measures may be taken to have disruptive individuals removed if their continued presence poses a safety risk to the other persons in the room or makes it impossible to continue the meeting.
The Applicant Review Committee of the Board on Public Safety Standards and Training will hold a regular meeting at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training located at 4190 Aumsville Hwy SE, Salem, Oregon. For further information, please contact Juan Lopez (503) 551-3167.
Effective Jan. 1, 2024, the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training will be live streaming all public meetings via YouTube. Meetings will no longer be streamed on Facebook. To view the Applicant Review Committee's live-stream and other recorded videos, please visit DPSST’s official YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/@DPSST.
1. Introductions
2. Approve August 28, 2024, Meeting Minutes
3. Jeanette Willman, DPSST No. 65303; DOC/Eastern Oregon Correctional Institution
Presented by Cindy Park
4. Review of Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR) 259-006-0010
Membership to Criminal Justice Applicant Review Committee
Presented by Jennifer Howald
5. Inquiry Closure Memos - Informational Only
Presented by Cindy Park
6. Next Applicant Review Committee Meeting – December 18, 2024, at 11:00 a.m.
Administrative Announcement
This is a public meeting, subject to the public meeting law and it will be recorded. Deliberation of issues will only be conducted by Applicant Review Committee members unless permitted by the Chair. Individuals who engage in disruptive behavior that impedes official business will be asked to stop being disruptive or leave the meeting. Additional measures may be taken to have disruptive individuals removed if their continued presence poses a safety risk to the other persons in the room or makes it impossible to continue the meeting.
Correction- Honda operator in 4th paragraph corrected to Camp.
Curry County, Ore 10 Nov 24- On Sunday, November 10, 2024, at 1:00 a.m., Oregon State Police responded to a vehicle versus pedestrian crash on Hwy 101, near milepost 358, in Curry County.
The preliminary investigation indicated pedestrian, James Lorin Tavel (39) of Brookings, was struck in the northbound lane by Honda CRV, operated by Tiffany Lyne Camp (34) of Brookings. The Honda operator fled the scene and was arrested later by law enforcement.
The pedestrian (Tavel) was declared deceased at the scene.
The Honda operator (Camp) and passenger, Julia Pettigrew (37) of Brookings, were not injured.
The highway was impacted for approximately six hours during the on-scene investigation. The crash is under criminal investigation at this time.
OSP was assisted by the Brookings Fire Department, Brookings Police Department, and ODOT.
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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU)
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in the documentation, investigation, and analysis of complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in the use of advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.
Yamhill County, Ore 9 Nov 24- On Saturday, November 9, 2024, at 7:44 a.m., Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Hwy 18, near milepost 58, in Yamhill County.
The preliminary investigation indicated an eastbound Acura CL, operated by Giovanni Zamora (22) of Woodburn, lost control, drifted off the right side of the roadway, overcorrected into the oncoming lane, and was struck by a westbound Toyota Avalon, operated by Mary Spiller (21) of Philomath, head-on.
The operator of the Acura (Zamora) was declared deceased at the scene.
The operator of the Toyota (Spiller) was seriously injured and transported to an area hospital.
The highway was impacted for approximately four hours during the on-scene investigation. The cause of the crash is under investigation with speed being considered a primary contributor.
OSP was assisted by Dayton Fire and Rescue, Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue, Newberg-Dundee Police Department, and ODOT.
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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU)
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in the documentation, investigation, and analysis of complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in the use of advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.
Correction- HWY corrected to 224 in Headline.
Clackamas County, Ore 10 Nov 24- On Sunday, November 10, 2024, at 4:12 a.m., Oregon State Police responded to a single vehicle crash on Hwy 224, near milepost 14, in Clackamas County.
The preliminary investigation indicated an eastbound Buick Rainier, operated by Martin V. Crumpton (64) of Riverside (CA), left the roadway for unknown reasons and struck a tree.
The operator of the Buick (Crumpton) was declared deceased at the scene.
The highway was impacted for approximately three hours during the on-scene investigation. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
OSP was assisted by the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office, Clackamas County Fire, and ODOT.
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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU)
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in the documentation, investigation, and analysis of complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in the use of advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.
MONMOUTH, Ore. – Western Oregon University is committed to supporting veterans as they pursue their educational and career goals. Every year, events and activities celebrate and honor veterans during Veterans Week.
This year, Veterans Week is from November 8 through November 16, and the Veterans Resouce Center is hosting a variety of events with support from other campus organizations. Events throughout the week include a Veterans of Foreign Wars uniform showcase in the Hamersly Library, warrior yoga for students and staff, a veterans breakfast, and the annual Ruck N’ Run 5k.
“We dedicate a week each year to our veterans to create a culture of connectedness across the campus community to promote well-being and success,” shared Director of Veterans Resource Center, Logan Doerfler. “This is an opportunity for our veterans to be honored and for campus partners to support them.”
The Ruck N’ Run 5k is open to the public. Register today.
Saturday, November 16 at 11:30 a.m. Parking Lot R, outside of the Health & Wellness Center at Western Oregon University.
Learn more about the Veterans Resource Center.
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About Western Oregon University
Western Oregon University, established in Monmouth in 1856, proudly stands as Oregon’s oldest public university. Hosting around 4,000 students, Western embodies a mid-sized, NCAA Division II institution, with approximately 80% of its students hailing from within the state. Notably, its diverse student body comprises individuals from underrepresented backgrounds, veterans, and non-traditional learners. Western stands as the preferred campus in Oregon for those pursuing an enriching education within a nurturing, student-focused environment, characterized by faculty-led instruction. Where YOU belong.
SALEM, Oregon—The Oregon Department of Revenue’s Taxpayer Services Call Center and Payment Center in Salem will be closed Tuesday, November 19, 2024 for staff training.
A secure drop box is available for taxpayers to deliver any necessary payments or documents. Office staff will mail receipts directly to customers.
Additionally, the department’s district offices in Bend, Medford, Portland, Gresham, and Eugene will also be closed all day November 19, 2024.
The Department of Revenue continues to expand features available through Revenue Online. Individuals can view letters sent to them by the department, initiate appeals, make payments, and submit questions. Visit Revenue Online to learn more.
To get tax forms, check the status of your refund, or make payments, visit www.oregon.gov/dor or email questions.dor@dor.oregon.gov.
BEND, Oregon—The Oregon Department of Revenue’s Bend regional office at 951 SW Simpson Avenue will be closed Tuesday, November 19, 2024 for staff training.
A secure drop box is available for taxpayers to deliver any necessary payments or documents. Office staff will mail receipts directly to customers.
The Bend office will return to normal business hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., on Wednesday, November 20, 2024.
Additionally, district offices in Eugene, Gresham, Portland, and Medford and the department’s main office in Salem will also be closed November 19, 2024.
The Department of Revenue continues to expand features available through Revenue Online. Individuals can view letters sent to them by the department, initiate appeals, make payments, and submit questions. Visit Revenue Online to learn more.
To get tax forms, check the status of your refund, or make payments, visit www.oregon.gov/dor or email questions.dor@dor.oregon.gov.
SALEM, Ore. - The Oregon National Guard participated in various ceremonies and events around the state on Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, to honor those who have served in the United States Armed Forces.
Brig. Gen. Alan R. Gronewold, The Adjutant General of Oregon, took part in the 73rd Annual Linn County Veterans Day Parade, watching the annual celebration from the Reviewing Stand, in downtown Albany, Oregon. On Nov. 9, Brig. Gronewold attend the Veteran's Day banquet also held in Albany, for Veterans and members of the Oregon National Guard.
In Salem, Oregon Air National Guard Col. Ryan Barton, Deputy Commander, Oregon Joint Domestic Operations Command, delivered remarks as the Keynote Speaker for the Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs 2024 Veterans Day event in Salem, Oregon. While in Beaverton, Army National Guard Col. Tannis Mittelbach, Director of Logistics for the Oregon Army National Guard served as the Keynote speaker for the Veterans Day Celebration hosted by the American Legion Post 124.
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241111-Z-NJ272-10013: Oregon Air National Guard Col. Ryan Barton, Deputy Commander, Oregon Joint Domestic Operations Command, gives remarks during the Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs 2024 Veterans Day event in Salem, Oregon, November 11, 2024. Barton was one of several guest speakers, to include keynote speaker Oregon Governor Tina Kotek (pictured at left) at the event outside the State Capitol. (National Guard photo by Maj. Leslie Reed, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs)
241111-Z-NJ272-1002: Oregon Governor, Tina Kotek, gives remarks during the Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs 2024 Veterans Day event in Salem, Oregon, November 11, 2024. Kotek reflected on her own father's service in the Korean War, as well as her experience working with the Oregon National Guard. (National Guard photo by Maj. Leslie Reed, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs)
241109-Z-CM403-1001: Veterans and current Oregon National Guard members celebrated Veteran's Day at a local banquet held in their honor in Albany, Oregon, Nov. 9, 2024. Opening banquet speaker was Brig. Gen. Alan R. Gronewold, The Adjutant General (TAG) of the Oregon National Guard. (National Guard photo by Aaron Perkins, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs)
241109-Z-CM403-1003: Veterans and current Oregon National Guard members celebrated Veteran's Day at a local banquet held in their honor in Albany, Oregon, Nov. 9, 2024. Opening banquet speaker was Brig. Gen. Alan R. Gronewold, The Adjutant General (TAG) of the Oregon National Guard. (National Guard photo by Aaron Perkins, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs)
241111-Z-ZJ128-1001: Members of 2nd Battalion, 218th Field Artillery Regiment, Oregon Army National Guard, fire an M119 howitzer during a 21-gun salute at the Veterans Day Memorial Service on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, at Veterans Memorial in Timber Linn Park, Albany, Ore. The ceremonial salute honored fallen service members during the morning service preceding Linn County's annual Veterans Day parade. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Maj. W. Chris Clyne, Oregon Army National Guard Public Affairs)
241111-Z-ZJ128-1002: Brig. Gen. Alan Gronewold, The Adjutant General of Oregon, salutes as the Oregon Army National Guard's 234th Army Band marches past the reviewing stand, accompanied by his wife Rebecca, during the 73rd Annual Linn County Veterans Day Parade on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, in downtown Albany, Ore. Thousands of spectators lined the streets for one of Oregon's largest Veterans Day celebrations. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Maj. W. Chris Clyne, Oregon Army National Guard Public Affairs)
241111-Z-ZJ128-1003: From left, Albany Mayor Alex Johnson II, Brig. Gen. Alan Gronewold, The Adjutant General of Oregon, his son Pete, and wife Rebecca wave to participants during the 73rd Annual Linn County Veterans Day Parade on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, in downtown Albany, Ore. The parade, one of Oregon's largest Veterans Day celebrations, drew thousands of spectators to the city's downtown streets.(U.S. Army National Guard photo by Maj. W. Chris Clyne, Oregon Army National Guard Public Affairs)
241111-Z-ZJ128-1004: From left, Maj. Jason Goodard, Oregon Army National Guard, retired Col. Thomas Kirk Jr. and his wife Ann, Albany Mayor Alex Johnson II, Brig. Gen. Alan Gronewold, The Adjutant General of Oregon, his son Pete and wife Rebecca stand in the review stand during the 73rd Annual Linn County Veterans Day Parade on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, in downtown Albany, Ore. Col. Kirk, Mayor Johnson and Brig. Gen. Gronewold render salutes as Albany's Junior ROTC unit passes the reviewing stand. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Maj. W. Chris Clyne, Oregon Army National Guard Public Affairs)
241111-Z-CH590-1121 and 241111-Z-CH590-1094: Oregon Army National Guard Col. Tannis Mittlebach delivers remarks as the Keynote Speaker during the Veterans Day Celebration hosted by American Legion Post 124, at Bible Church in Beaverton, Oregon on Nov. 11, 2024. (National Guard Photo by John Hughel, Oregon Military Department)
241111-Z-CH590-1094: Jessica Bradley, Women Veterans’ Coordinator, Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs delivers remarks during the Veterans Day Celebration hosted by American Legion Post 124, at Bible Church in Beaverton, Oregon on Nov. 11, 2024. (National Guard Photo by John Hughel, Oregon Military Department)
Jackson County, Ore 10 Nov 24- On Sunday, November 10, 2024, at 11:40 a.m., Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Hwy 99, at the intersection with Ellen Ave, in Jackson County.
The preliminary investigation indicated Ford Windstar, operated by Timothy J. Hunt (72) of Medford, attempted to turn southbound onto the highway from Ellen Ave and was struck by a northbound Toyota Camry, operated by Brian I. Paramo Zizumbo (26) of Medford.
A passenger in the Ford, Brian R. Foreman (76) of Central Point, was ejected from the vehicle and declared deceased at the scene.
The operator of the Ford (Hunt) and passenger, Jeanette I. Cox (85) of Medford, were seriously injured and transported to an area hospital.
The operator of the Toyota (Paramo Zizumbo) was seriously injured and transported to an area hospital.
The highway was impacted for approximately four hours during the on-scene investigation. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
OSP was assisted by the Jackson County Sheriff's Office, Central Point Police Department, Jackson County Fire District 3, and ODOT.
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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU)
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in the documentation, investigation, and analysis of complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in the use of advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.
Malheur County, Ore 9 Nov 24- On Saturday, November 9, 2024, at 10:04 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a single-vehicle crash on Hwy 95, near milepost 8.5, in Malheur County.
The preliminary investigation indicated a northbound Hyundai Sonata, operated by Nicholas James Alexander (46) of John Day, left the lane of travel for unknown reasons and rolled before coming to a rest. The collision ejected both occupants who were reportedly not wearing their seatbelts.
The operator of the Hyundai (Alexander) was declared deceased at the scene.
The passenger of the Hyundai, Destiny Dawn Burril (40) of John Day, was seriously injured and transported by life flight to an area hospital.
The highway was impacted for approximately one hour during the on-scene investigation.
OSP was assisted by the Malheur County Sheriff's Office, Marsing Fire and Rescue, and ODOT.
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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU)
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in the documentation, investigation, and analysis of complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in the use of advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.
Coos County, Ore 8 Nov 24- On Friday, November 8, 2024, at 5:55 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a vehicle versus pedestrian crash on Hwy 101, near milepost 230, in Coos County.
The preliminary investigation indicated a pedestrian, William Kent Scoville (49) of North Bend, was in the southbound travel lane attempting to remove items from the roadway when he was struck by a southbound Toyota Rav4, operated by Casey Gregory Conemac (32) of North Bend.
The pedestrian (Scoville) was declared deceased at the scene.
The Toyota operator (C. Conemac) and passenger, Catherine Marie Conemac (58) of North Bend, were not injured.
The highway was impacted for approximately two hours during the on-scene investigation.
OSP was assisted by North Bay Fire and ODOT.
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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU)
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in the documentation, investigation, and analysis of complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in the use of advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.
Baker County, Ore 7 Nov 24- On Thursday, November 7, 2024, at 8:33 a.m., Oregon State Police responded to a single vehicle crash on Hwy 86, near milepost 28, in Baker County.
The preliminary investigation indicated an eastbound Toyota Corolla, operated by Devin Orion Rasmussen (26) of Halfway, failed to negotiate a corner, left the roadway, and overturned into the river.
The operator of the vehicle (Rasmussen) was declared deceased at the scene.
The highway was impacted for approximately two hours during the on-scene investigation.
OSP was assisted by the Baker County Sheriff's Office and ODOT.
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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU)
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in the documentation, investigation, and analysis of complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in the use of advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.
An Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC) adult in custody, Ronald Cullison, died the evening of November 8, 2024. Cullison was incarcerated at Two Rivers Correctional Institution (TRCI) in Umatilla and passed away in the infirmary. As with all in-custody deaths, the Oregon State Police have been notified, and the State Medical Examiner will determine cause of death.
Cullison entered DOC custody on June 6, 2006, from Benton County with an earliest release date of October 17, 2030. Cullison was 82 years old. Next of kin has been notified.
DOC takes all in-custody deaths seriously. The agency is responsible for the care and custody of 12,000 individuals who are incarcerated in 12 institutions across the state. While crime information is public record, DOC elects to disclose only upon request out of respect for any family or victims.
TRCI is a multi-custody prison in Umatilla that houses approximately 1,800 adults in custody. TRCI participates in prison industries with Oregon Corrections Enterprises including institution and industrial laundry, mattress manufacturing, and sewing. Other institution work programs include reparation and cleaning of irrigation ditches, maintenance of local baseball fields, and work with local cities and the Hermiston School District. The facility provides a range of correctional programs and services including education, religious services, and behavioral health services. TRCI opened in 2000.
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PORTLAND, Ore.—A former police officer from Pendleton, Oregon was sentenced to federal prison today for possessing child pornography on the Umatilla Indian Reservation.
Cameron Jacob Sheoships, 57, was sentenced to 87 months in federal prison and five years’ supervised release. Sheoships’ sentencing follows a prior guilty plea that included a pattern enhancement for his repeated sexual abuse of a minor beginning in the 1990s.
According to court documents, in August 2022, the FBI received a tip that suspected child pornography had been traced to the Umatilla Indian Reservation in Eastern Oregon. By mid-September 2022, investigators received additional tips associated with Google and Twitter accounts later linked to Sheoships, a former tribal police officer. In May 2023, the FBI executed federal search warrants on Sheoships’ residence and person, and located numerous photos and videos depicting child sexual abuse on Sheoships’ cellphone.
On June 13, 2023, a federal grand jury in Portland returned an indictment charging Sheoships with possessing child pornography and, on April 24, 2024, he pleaded guilty to the single charge.
This case was investigated by the FBI and prosecuted by Cassady A. Adams, Assistant U.S. Attorney for the District of Oregon.
Anyone who has information about the physical or online exploitation of children are encouraged to call the FBI at (503) 224-4181 or submit a tip online at tips.fbi.gov.
This case was brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative launched in May 2006 by the Justice Department to combat the growing epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse. For more information about Project Safe Childhood, please visit www.justice.gov/psc.
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Salem, Ore.—November 8, 2024 — The State Interoperability Executive Council (SIEC) will meet on Tuesday, November 12th, 2024, at 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. The meeting will take place virtually via Microsoft Teams. A dial-in option is also available. The meeting is open to the public and comments will be taken from those who wish to participate.
The agenda and handouts are posted on the council website. For those who wish to attend over the phone or virtually the call-in information is outlined in the meeting agenda.
What: State Interoperability Executive Council
When: Tuesday, November 12, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Where: Virtually via Microsoft Teams
Click here to join the meeting
Dial In: 503-446-4951 Pin: 986154911#
Who: Members of the State Interoperability Executive Council
The SIEC was created under the state Chief Information Officer to be the statewide interoperability governing body and to serve as the primary steering group for the Oregon Statewide Communications Interoperability Plan (SCIP).
The SIEC’s mission is to develop and maintain the SCIP, develop recommendations and guidelines for policy, identify technology and standards, and coordinate intergovernmental resources to facilitate statewide public safety communications interoperability.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION OF DISABILITIES – Reasonable accommodations such as: assistive hearing devices, sign language interpreters and materials in large print or audiotape will be provided as needed. To ensure availability, please contact William Chapman at the Oregon Department of Emergency Management by calling 971-283-4607 or emailing SWIC.OR@das.oregon.gov at least 48 hours prior to the meeting with your request.
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ore. 8 Nov. 2024 – Oregon State police recently seized almost 10 pounds of illegal drugs during a traffic stop.
On Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024, at about 11 a.m., an Oregon State Trooper stopped a vehicle on Interstate 5 northbound in Douglas County for traffic violations. During the stop, the trooper observed signs of possible criminal activity and requested to search the vehicle. The consent search of the vehicle resulted in the discovery of 9.2 pounds of suspected fentanyl powder.
The vehicle operator, Johana Gonzalez Castillo (27) of Oakland (CA), and passenger, Bayron Enamorado Manueles (26) also of Oakland (CA), were arrested for possession and delivery of fentanyl and lodged at the Douglas County Jail.
The case is currently under investigation and no additional information is available for release at this time.
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OSP Domestic Highway Enforcement Initiative
The Oregon State Police-Domestic Highway Enforcement (OSP-DHE) Initiative is supported by the Oregon-Idaho High-Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA).
The Oregon-Idaho HIDTA program is an Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) sponsored counterdrug grant program that coordinates with and provides funding resources to multi-agency drug enforcement initiatives, including the OSP-DHE Initiative.
MONMOUTH, Ore. –Western Oregon University is the first public university in Oregon to join the Tri-Alpha honor society specifically for first-generation college students. Nearly 50 percent of Western’s student body identifies as first-generation, making this membership another way the university supports and elevates first-generation students.
Membership benefits include a lifetime membership, outward recognition of personal accomplishment and an incentive for continued high scholarships, opportunities to connect with other first-generation scholars from all academic disciplines on campus and create a supportive environment for first-generation students. It also provides opportunities for students to mentor younger first-generation students and receive mentoring from more senior students, along with professionals who were the first in their families to attend college.
Dana Nunez-Silva, First Generation coordinator at Western, shares that the university joined Tri-Alpha so first-generation students’ achievements could be recognized and elevated more intentionally. She adds that Tri-Alpha provides an intentional space for students to support each other and feel empowered and capable of achieving their academic goals. “Tri-Alpha will help many first-generation students overcome impostor syndrome, a feeling that is very common to the first-gen experience.” Nunez-Silva will also be the advisor for the Tri-Alpha chapter at Western and shares that she is honored and excited to recruit students to join the honor society and begin establishing a new tradition at Western.
About Tri-Alpha:
Alpha Alpha Alpha, or Tri-Alpha, was founded on March 24, 2018, at Moravian College (now Moravian University) in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Over 100 members of the Alpha Chapter were initiated that day, including undergraduate students, faculty, staff, alumni, and honorary members. Following the successful induction, the College took steps to incorporate Alpha Alpha Alpha so that chapters could be started on other campuses across the country. Tri-Alpha exists as a not-for-profit (501(c)3) organization, for the purposes of supporting the activities of the honors society.
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About Western Oregon University
Western Oregon University, established in Monmouth in 1856, proudly stands as Oregon’s oldest public university. Hosting around 4,000 students, Western embodies a mid-sized, NCAA Division II institution, with approximately 80% of its students hailing from within the state. Notably, its diverse student body comprises individuals from underrepresented backgrounds, veterans, and non-traditional learners. Western stands as the preferred campus in Oregon for those pursuing an enriching education within a nurturing, student-focused environment, characterized by faculty-led instruction. Where YOU belong.
LINN COUNTY, Ore. 8 November 2024 – The Oregon State Police is seeking witnesses to an early morning fatal crash on Interstate 5 near Albany today.
At about 2:22 a.m., Oregon State Troopers responded to a report of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle on I-5 southbound near milepost 223. The pedestrian was declared deceased at the scene. OSP had received additional reports of a vehicle that crashed into the cable barriers on I-5 northbound and a pedestrian in traffic on I-5 southbound in the same vicinity.
The vehicle that crashed into the cable barrier is believed to be associated with the pedestrian. The vehicle and driver that struck the pedestrian have not been located.
Investigators are asking any witnesses to the incident to contact OSP’s Northern Command Center at 800-442-0776 or call OSP (677) from a mobile device. Please reference case number #SP24363614.
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About the Oregon State Police
Oregon State Police (OSP) is a multi-disciplined organization that protects Oregon's people, wildlife, and natural resources. OSP enforces traffic laws on the state’s roadways, investigates and solves crime, conducts postmortem examinations and forensic analysis, and provides background checks, and law enforcement data. The agency regulates gaming and enforces fish, wildlife, and natural resource laws. OSP is comprised of more than 1,400 staff members – including troopers, investigators, and professional staff – who provide a full range of policing and public safety services to Oregon and other law enforcement agencies throughout Oregon.
Date: Nov. 8, 2024
Case #: 2024-00053829
Incident: 17-year-old arrested for possession of child sexual abuse material
Date / Time of Incident: Nov. 7, 2024 / 5 p.m.
Location: 63300 block of Stonewood Drive, Bend
Arrested: 17-year-old Bend resident
Offenses: Encouraging Child Sex Abuse I x 65, Encouraging Child Sex Abuse II x 65
Bend Police have arrested a 17-year-old Bend resident on suspicion of possessing child sex abuse material (CSAM).
The arrest stems from a National Center for Missing and Exploited Children CyberTip that detectives received on Sept. 12.
Bend Police detectives investigated the tip and identified the 17-year-old as the person who had accessed the CSAM and uploaded the material to a cloud-based storage device.
At approximately 3:10 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7, Bend Police executed a search warrant at a home in the 63300 block of Stonewood Drive in Bend. Detectives seized digital devices as evidence.
At that time, detectives took the juvenile into custody and transported him to Deschutes County Juvenile Justice on suspicion of multiple counts of first-degree and second-degree Encouraging Child Sex Abuse. This investigation is ongoing.
Bend Police are investigating whether there may be local victims associated with this case. The 17-year-old worked 22 shifts as a safety monitor at Mountain Air Trampoline Park on Murray Road in Bend between February and November 2024. He is no longer employed by Mountain Air. The trampoline park has assisted with this investigation, including by providing the dates and times the suspect worked at the location.
The dates and times that the suspect worked at the trampoline park are listed below:
If you believe your child may have experienced unwanted contact with this individual, please contact nonemergency dispatch at 541-693-6911, reference the above case number and ask to speak with Det. Jared Wiebold.
Salem, OR – The Electronic Government Portal Advisory Board (EPAB) will meet at 3:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 18, 2024. The meeting will take place remotely via the internet on Microsoft Teams and is open to the public. The agenda and handouts will be posted on the advisory board’s website.
The Legislature established the advisory board with enactment of ORS 276A.270-276. The board will advise the State Chief Information Officer (CIO) on key decisions and strategic choices about how the State CIO manages and operates the state’s web portal services.
The Oregon.gov portal is the connection point for citizens to access state agency services and information on the internet. The board provides oversight to specific websites, services and online payments where agencies choose to utilize the State Chief Information Officer’s E-Government Program as their service provider.
With the board’s advice, the State CIO wants to make the Oregon web portal services and their operation as effective as they can be for Oregonians to interact with state government.
The Corrections Policy Committee of the Board on Public Safety Standards and Training will hold a regular meeting on November 12, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. in the Governor Victor G. Atiyeh Boardroom at the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training located at 4190 Aumsville Hwy SE, Salem, Oregon. For further information, please contact Juan Lopez at (503) 551-3167.
Effective Jan. 1, 2024, the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training will be live streaming all public meetings via YouTube. Meetings will no longer be streamed on Facebook. To view the Corrections Policy Committee's live-stream and other recorded videos, please visit DPSST’s official YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/@DPSST.
Agenda Items
1. Introductions
2. Approve August 13, 2024, Meeting Minutes
3. Administrative Closures Agenda (The following items to be ratified by one vote)
Presented by Melissa Lang-Bacho
a) Isaiah Alexander, DPSST No. 62888
Basic Corrections Certifications
b) Clayton Callahan, DPSST No. 50282
Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced Corrections Certifications
c) Drew Cebular, DPSST No. 56408
Basic and Intermediate Parole and Probation Certifications
d) Brian Hulst, DPSST No. 53950
Basic Corrections Certifications
e) Todd Iverson, DPSST No. 23507
Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, and Supervisory Corrections Certifications
f) Tyler Johnson, DPSST No. 63124
Basic Corrections Certifications
g) Christopher Vosburg, DPSST No. 35431
Basic, Intermediate, and Executive Parole and Probation Certifications
4. David Dalton, DPSST No. 48380; DOC/Deer Ridge Correctional Institution
Presented by Melissa Lang-Bacho
5. Brian Fonseca, DPSST No. 55887; DOC/Santiam Correctional Institution
Presented by Melissa Lang-Bacho
6. Matthew Klimek, DPSST No. 52875; DOC/Eastern Oregon Correctional Institution
Presented by Melissa Lang-Bacho
7. Applicant Review Committee Nominations
8. Agency Update
9. Next Corrections Policy Committee Meeting: February 11, 2025, at 10:00am
Administrative Announcement
This is a public meeting, subject to the public meeting law and it will be recorded. Deliberation of issues will only be conducted by Corrections Policy Committee members unless permitted by the Chair. Individuals who engage in disruptive behavior that impedes official business will be asked to stop being disruptive or leave the meeting. Additional measures may be taken to have disruptive individuals removed if their continued presence poses a safety risk to the other persons in the room or makes it impossible to continue the meeting.
KLAMATH COUNTY, Ore. 8 Nov. 2024 – On Friday, November 1, 2024, Oregon State Troopers responded to a two-vehicle crash on Hwy. 97 near milepost 228 in Klamath County.
The preliminary investigation indicated a white Cascadia Freightliner, operated by Gurvinder Singh (32) of Stockton (CA), was traveling northbound when the operator lost control of the vehicle due to icy conditions. The Freightliner crossed into the southbound lane then jack knifed causing the vehicles tractor to collide with the trailer.
A southbound black Subaru WRX, operated by Leonides Jimenez Mendoza (24) unknown residence, went under the Freightliner severely damaging the vehicle.
The operator of the Subaru (Mendoza) and passenger, Humberta Hernandez Hernandez (43) unknown residence, were declared deceased at the scene.
The highway was impacted for approximately six hours during the on-scene investigation by OSP’s Collision Reconstruction Unit.
OSP was assisted by Chiloquin Fire District and the Oregon Department of Transportation.
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About the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU)
The Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit responsible for investigating fatal and critical injury collisions on Oregon’s highways. The team provides expertise in the documentation, investigation, and analysis of complex motor vehicle crashes and crime scenes. They receive specialized training in the use of advanced measuring techniques and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for on-scene investigations. The CRU team includes ACTAR accredited collision reconstructionists and technical collision investigators deployed across the state.
SALEM, Ore. — The Forest Trust Land Advisory Committee will meet virtually on Friday, Nov. 15 at 10 a.m. To join, please use the Zoom video conference information found on the agenda.
The committee’s agenda includes:
Public comment is scheduled at the beginning of the meeting. To submit written comment, email ftlac.comment@odf.oregon.gov. Written comments sent at least 48 hours before the meeting will give the FTLAC time to review and consider information. Comments submitted after that window of time will be sent to the FTLAC after the meeting, entered into the record and posted online. Comments are not accepted after the meeting concludes.
Accommodations for people with disabilities, and special materials, services, or assistance can be arranged by calling at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting at 503-945-7200 or by email at estryinformation@odf.oregon.gov">forestryinformation@odf.oregon.gov.
The Forest Trust Land Advisory Committee is comprised of seven county commissioners representing 15 Oregon counties where state forestlands are located. The FTLAC is a statutorily established committee that advises the Board of Forestry on matters related to forestland managed by ODF. View more information on the FTLAC webpage.
Rotarians from several clubs in Central Oregon will be using saws Saturday building beds for kids without. Rotary clubs have donated $10,000 for materials for the build and more than 50 Rotarians will take part in the build process!
The build will start at 921 Armour Rd at 9:30 am.
LAKEVIEW, Ore. — The Bureau of Land Management released a Final Environmental Impact Statement and proposed resource management plan amendment for the Lakeview planning area, covering 3.2 million acres of public lands in Lake and Harney counties. The amendment, which would update the existing 2003 plan, will preserve natural landscapes, manage off-highway vehicle use to protect important landscapes while providing continued public access, livestock grazing management, and protect 415,000 acres of lands with wilderness characteristics.
“These expansive, natural landscapes are special places that provide outstanding opportunities for solitude and primitive, unconfined recreation,” said Lakeview District Manager Todd Forbes. “This plan update will help shape BLM’s management of these lands and resources for the next two decades.”
Tribal governments, wildlife agencies, the Southeast Oregon Resource Advisory Council, and members of the public provided valuable input and feedback during the planning process. The BLM considered approximately 1,300 comments while developing the plan amendment. The BLM’s updated analysis also responds to requirements of a 2010 settlement agreement on the Bureau’s management of lands with wilderness characteristics, as well as off-highway vehicle and grazing management.
To preserve unique and special landscapes, cross-country off-highway vehicle use will be limited to about 70,000 acres within the Christmas Valley Sand Dunes and other areas scattered across the planning area where cross country use is already occurring. Vehicular use will be allowed on existing or designated routes across nearly 3 million acres in the planning area.
The amendment also provides additional guidance on the implementation of Standards for Rangeland Health and processing of voluntarily surrendered livestock grazing permits.
The proposed resource management plan and associated final environmental impact statement is available at the BLM National NEPA Register. A Notice of Availability will publish in tomorrow’s Federal Register, opening a 30-day protest period for the proposed Plan Amendment and associated FEIS. The protest period ends Dec. 9, 2024.
Those who participated in the planning process and have an interest that may be adversely affected by the proposed amendment may file a plan protest electronically via the BLM National NEPA Register (preferred) or deliver it to: BLM Director, Attention: Protest Coordinator (HQ210), Denver Federal Center, Building 40 (Door W-4), Lakewood, CO 80215. Please visit the BLM Filing a Plan Protest page for instructions.