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Second Annual Seniors’ Day Out
GRANTS PASS, Ore. – All Care Health in Grants Pass helped seniors connect with health care providers. Today was the second annual Seniors Day Out. Together with local community programs and organizations, seniors were able to get in touch…
Read at KOBI-5 NBC2 rescues made within 24 hrs on 'extremely hazardous' Rock of Ages trail: MultCo Sheriff
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office said they coordinated back-to-back rescue missions involving two separate hiking groups on the unmaintained Rock of Ages trail within 24 hours this week. Located within the…
Read at KOIN-6 OregonVeteran laid to rest after 80 years MIA
EAGLE POINT, Ore.- After almost 81 years the remains of Major Harry Conrad Hoffmeyer have been identified and laid to rest by his next of kin. Major Hoffmeyer was assigned to the medical department in the Philippines, where he was captured…
Read at KOBI-5 NBCMeteorologists discuss Portland outlook for rare 'Super El Niño' winter at OMSI
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- Winter is quickly approaching, and local Oregon meteorologists met Saturday morning at OMSI to discuss the influence 'Super El Niño' may have on Portland this winter. The Oregon American Meteorological Society…
Read at KOIN-6 OregonPortland motorcyclist who died in Clark County I-5 crash identified
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A Portland man who died in a motorcycle crash on Interstate 5 in Clark County earlier this week has been identified. According to the Washington State Patrol, the crash happened on Thursday at 3:21 a.m. on I-5…
Read at KOIN-6 OregonFree firewood for Lake County residents this Sunday
LAKEVIEW, Ore. – Warner Canyon Ski Hill is teaming up with Lake County to give away free firewood to residents this Sunday. Residents can stop by the ski area on East Highway 140 near Lakeview between 1 and 4 p.m. to pick up firewood at no…
Read at KOBI-5 NBC'We love you': Funeral held for Bend teacher killed in school shooting
A community memorial walk is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 25, to honor Megan Lambert, a teacher who was killed at Silver Rail Elementary alongside three students.
Read at KOIN-6 OregonSeasonal vibes take Portland into the weekend
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- Seasonal temperatures are here to stay as clouds begin to increase across the Pacific Northwest on Saturday. A mostly sunny, cold start to the day will quickly turn cloudy across the greater Portland-Vancouver area…
Read at KOIN-6 Oregon'Hits all the Portland notes': LAIKA’s ‘Wildwood’ brings red carpet, fan experiences to Hollywood Theatre premiere
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A red carpet, themed displays and a celebration of Portland’s creative community welcomed moviegoers to the Hollywood Theatre Friday for the opening-day screening of LAIKA’s “Wildwood.” The new stop-motion animated…
Read at KOIN-6 OregonDocumentary “Unseen” follows Oregon veterans on their journeys through PTSD
LAKE COUNTY, Ore. – A documentary is coming to Ashland’s Varsity Theatre about a group of Oregon veterans who venture on a 200-mile journey through the remote wilderness. “Unseen” tells the story of the Freedom to ROAM project, an epic…
Read at KOBI-5 NBCGovernor Tina Kotek speaks on universal childcare goal
PORTLAND, Ore. -Oregon Governor Tina Kotek is discussing her goal of bringing universal childcare to Oregon. At a press conference at a Portland Montessori school on Friday, Kotek said childcare is a lifeline for Oregonians and should not…
Read at KOBI-5 NBCJackson County Fire Districts sign agreement to merge operations
JACKSON COUNTY, Ore. – Jackson County Fire Districts 3 and 5 signed an agreement to combine operations for stronger, more efficient services. According to a press release, the elimination of duplicative functions and consolidation of…
Read at KOBI-5 NBCKFCS informs of protocols and technology for student safety
MEDFORD, Ore.- In light of the tragic shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend last week, Klamath Falls City Schools is informing the district’s families, staff and community members about what it has in place for student safety.…
Read at KOBI-5 NBCKlamath Falls City Schools District using state of the art technology to ensure student safety
The Klamath Falls City Schools District is using AI-powered cameras and background check systems to keep students safe following a school shooting in Bend. The district was the first in the Pacific Northwest to install ZeroEyes, a firearm…
Read at KDRV NewsWatch 12Oregon Tech student detained in South Korea released, mom says
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — An Oregon Institute of Technology student detained in South Korea is on his way home after an appeals court ruled in his favor and prosecutors decided not to appeal, his mother says. Iris Cox previously told KOIN 6…
Read at KOIN 6Kingsley Field Prepares for Incoming Squadron of F-35A Fighter Jets
KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. — Kingsley Field in Klamath Falls is making preparations for its incoming squadron of F-35A fighter jets. The 173rd Fighter Wing will begin phasing out its fourth-generation F-15 jets to make room for 26 F-35A jets,…
Read at KOBI-5 NBCKlamath Falls Grange Co-op grand reopening
KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. – The Klamath Falls Grange Co-op is celebrating its grand reopening with a ribbon cutting today. Community members are invited to check out the remodeled store on Washburn Way. Updates include a new layout, expanded…
Read at KOBI-5 NBCWoman arrested in hit-and-run that injured man, killed dog
KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. – Klamath Falls police arrested 32-year-old Amanda Shotwell on Wednesday in connection with an October 2nd hit-and-run that critically injured a pedestrian and killed his dog. Officers responded at 4:19 a.m. to the 2700…
Read at KOBI-5 NBCKlamath Falls woman arrested after hit-and-run: killing dog, injuring man
A Klamath Falls woman faces felony charges after police say she hit a man and killed a dog before driving away from the scene.
Read at KDRV NewsWatch 12Oregon wildfire insurance help coming to Medford, Klamath Falls
The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation is hosting open houses in wildfire-impacted regions to help homeowners navigate insurance challenges.
Read at KDRV NewsWatch 12Klamath County Fire District 1 $300K improvement project complete
KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. – Klamath County Fire District 1 has completed a $300,000 improvement project at Station 1 in Klamath Falls. The upgrades include a new exterior, improved drainage, new bay doors and larger openings to accommodate…
Read at KOBI-5 NBCRocky Horror Picture Show returns to Klamath Falls this October
KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. – The Ross Ragland Theater is bringing back its annual showing of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” this October. The interactive movie night is set for Friday, October 23, with doors opening at 7 p.m. The costume contest…
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On the calendar in Klamath Falls
- Sip & Smooth PartyKlamath Falls community calendar · Running Y Resort Spa & Wellness Center
- Fright FactoryKlamath Falls community calendar · 1111 Main St, Suite A
- Christmas MarketKlamath Falls community calendar · Refuge City Church
- Crosspoint Christian School's Shepherd's MarketKlamath Falls community calendar · Crosspoint Christian School
- Rag Tags Christmas ConcertKlamath Deals · The Ross Ragland Theater