PORTLAND, Oregon, Feb. 10 -- The American College of Healthcare Sciences issued the following news release: American College of Healthcare Sciences (ACHS) is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Judith Thompson, ND as the new Dean of Herbal Medicine. Dr. Thompson joined the ACHS Herbal Medicine faculty in 2023 and contributes extensive botanical and integrative health knowledge and a commitment to supporting student success and academic excellence. Her comprehensive educational backgro  more

NEWBERG, Oregon, Feb. 6 -- George Fox University issued the following news release: George Fox University welcomes Warner Pacific University president Dr. Brian Johnson to campus for a lecture on W.E.B. Du Bois on Thursday, Feb. 22. His talk, scheduled for a 7 p.m. start in Room 105 of the Hoover Academic Building, is entitled, "W.E.B. Du Bois in African American Intellectual and Christian History." William Edward Burghardt Du Bois, commonly known as W.E.B. Du Bois, was an intellectual, sociol  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 7 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee issued the following news on Feb. 6, 2024: The spiraling La Mota scandal has now ensnared Democrat Andrea Salinas. A nonpartisan ethics watchdog group today filed a complaint against Salinas for taking an illegal corporate contribution from La Mota. Reminder: La Mota and its executives are under federal criminal investigation. Salinas and her campaign refused to comment. "Andrea Salinas taking illegal donations from La Mot  more

SALEM, Oregon, Feb. 8 -- Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum issued the following news release on Feb. 7, 2024: Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum, along with 40 attorneys general nationwide, sent a letter today urging the United States Congress to authorize much-needed 2024 bridge funding for the federal Crime Victims Fund (the "VOCA Fund.") The VOCA Fund supports essential direct services for crime victims and survivors throughout the country, including in Oregon. These services can includ  more

SALEM, Oregon, Feb. 10 -- Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum issued the following news release on Feb. 9, 2024: Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum made special appearances before the Oregon Legislature this week to support three important pieces of legislation. One would create an impactful 100-year environmental clean-up fund using the proceeds of a best-in-the-nation settlement she obtained from Monsanto at the end of 2022. Another would ensure consumers have the right to repair the  more

SALEM, Oregon, Feb. 8 -- Gov. Tina Kotek, D-Oregon, issued the following statement on Feb. 7, 2024: * * * Today, Governor Tina Kotek issued a statement in response to the quarterly revenue forecast: "Oregon's economy continues to stabilize. Now, we need to keep our economy moving in the right direction. "It's harder than ever for Oregonians to afford to live here, which is why we must take bold action on affordable housing. "I look forward to working with legislators this session to make pr  more

SALEM, Oregon, Feb. 9 -- Gov. Tina Kotek, D-Oregon, issued the following news on Feb. 8, 2024: Today, Governor Tina Kotek announced a broad coalition supporting her housing production bill, which is building momentum in the 2024 legislative session. Senate Bill 1537 received its first hearing this morning before the Senate Committee On Housing and Development. The coalition includes workers, business, community-specific organizations, housing providers, tenants, advocates and more, listed below  more

SALEM, Oregon, Feb. 7 -- Gov. Tina Kotek, D-Oregon, issued the following news on Feb. 6, 2024: Today, final data validated by Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) confirmed that the state exceeded all three goals set by Governor Tina Kotek through her homelessness state of emergency, which she signed on her first full day in office. The data showed that following the signing of EO 23-02 and passage of House Bill 5019 to fund resources for the executive order: * 1,047 low-barrier shelt  more

AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 9 -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, issued the following news release: Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments and Community Services Consortium are using Oracle NetSuite for Government to improve the efficiency of their operations. With the offering, the Oregon non-profits can simplify and streamline accounting processes to enhance reporting and decision making and better allocate resources to essential community services. Supported by federal,   more

SALEM, Oregon, Feb. 10 -- The Oregon Democratic Party issued the following news release: As Oregon and the nation commemorate Black History Month 2024, and as we face what may be one of the most transformative elections in our lifetime, I am reminded of the words of the beloved Congressman John Lewis: "The vote is sacred...The vote is precious. It is the most powerful non-violent tool we have in a democratic society and we must use it." The history of Black Americans is deeply embedded in the  more

SALEM, Oregon, Feb. 8 -- The Oregon House Democrats issued the following news release on Feb. 7, 2024: Today, House Majority Leader Julie Fahey (D-West Eugene & Veneta) issued the following statement on the latest quarterly state economic and revenue forecast. "Today's economic forecast shows steady, consistent growth in our economy. Unemployment remains low and real incomes are up. Inflation has slowed, and we're in a start up 'boom' because more Oregonians are starting new businesses. "Our   more

SALEM, Oregon, Feb. 8 -- The Oregon House Republicans issued the following news release on Feb. 7, 2024: This morning the Office of Economic Analysis released their quarterly revenue forecast, reporting that Oregon brought in record revenues but has a looming population crisis. "Another year where Oregon's population has stopped growing is another sign that our current leadership isn't working," said Republican Leader Jeff Helfrich. "Record revenues followed by record inflation is to be expec  more

SALEM, Oregon, Feb. 8 -- The Oregon State Legislature issued the following news release: The House Committee On Emergency Management, General Government, and Veterans has introduced and passed House Concurrent Resolution 202 recognizing retired Lieutenant Colonel Dick Tobiason for a lifetime of dedicated service honoring Oregon's Veterans, Medal of Honor recipients, and Gold Star families. "I'm thrilled that we have the opportunity to introduce this 2024 House Resolution. The level of work and  more

SALEM, Oregon, Feb. 6 -- The Oregon State Legislature issued the following news release on Feb. 5, 2024: Today, the Oregon Senate unanimously elected Obie Rutledge to the position of Secretary of the Senate. Rutledge was appointed to the position of acting Secretary earlier this year after a bipartisan candidate interview and review process. His nomination Monday was introduced by Senate Republican Leader Tim Knopp and supported by Senate Majority Leader Kate Lieber. "I've known Obie Rutledge   more

SALEM, Oregon, Feb. 10 -- The Oregon State Legislature issued the following news release: The Council of State Governments West (CSG West) has appointed Oregon Senator David Brock Smith as Co-Chair of the Public Safety Committee for 2024. Senator Brock Smith represents District 1 in the Oregon Senate, which encompasses all of Curry and most Coos and Douglas Counties. He will serve alongside Co- Chair Senator Matt Claman of District H in the Alaska Senate. The CSG West Public Safety Committee p  more

SALEM, Oregon, Feb. 8 -- The Oregon Senate Democrats issued the following news release on Feb. 7, 2024: Today, the Office of Economic Analysis' March 2024 Revenue Forecast indicated that Oregon's economy is continuing to stabilize and provided legislators with important information about funds available for investment during the 2024 session. Senate Majority Leader Kate Lieber (D - Beaverton & SW Portland) released the following statement in response: "Our economy is headed towards a strong la  more

SALEM, Oregon, Feb. 6 -- The Oregon State Legislature issued the following news release on Feb. 5, 2024: Today, Representative Kevin Mannix (R-Keizer/North Salem) announced the commencement of the 2024 Legislative Session, his priority legislation, as well as his extensive list of committee assignments. "If there is one challenge the Legislature must address in the next 35 days - it is Measure 110 and Oregon's addiction crisis. Any change that is taken must be comprehensive enough for Oregonia  more

SALEM, Oregon, Feb. 8 -- The Oregon Senate Republicans issued the following news release on Feb. 7, 2024: Today, the Office of Economic Analysis presented the quarterly revenue forecast which confirmed that the state continues to bring in record revenue but warned of future problems due to population stagnation. "Flat population is a warning sign for the future of our state and is reflected by poor policy decisions that continue to hurt businesses and families. It is critically important that   more

SALEM, Oregon, Feb. 8 -- The Oregon State Legislature issued the following news release on Feb. 7, 2024: Today, the Office of Economic Analysis released and presented to Oregon legislators its March revenue forecast and economic outlook, which showed Oregon's economy as stable. House Speaker Dan Rayfield and Senate President Rob Wagner are releasing the following statements: "Republicans and Democrats are united in our commitment to increase housing supply and homelessness supports, helping f  more

PORTLAND, Oregon, Feb. 3 -- Portland General Electric, an electric utility company, issued the following news release: Applications for Portland General Electric's Drive Change Fund grant opened February 1, 2024, kickstarting a two-month long application window that runs until April 1. Five years after the Drive Change Fund began, PGE continues to support increased electrification through partnerships with organizations across its service area. Drive Change Fund (DCF) is an open and competitiv  more

PORTLAND, Oregon, Feb. 6 -- Portland General Electric, an electric utility company, issued the following news release: On Friday, February 2, Portland General Electric (PGE) issued to market its 2023 All-Source Request for Proposal (RFP), seeking bids for renewable generation projects and resources that can provide non-emitting dispatchable capacity. An All-Source Request for Proposal is a competitive bidding process through which a utility solicits proposals for electricity generation/storage   more

ASHLAND, Oregon, Feb. 7 -- Southern Oregon University issued the following news release: Southern Oregon University's master's degree program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling has been awarded a $1.8 million grant from the Oregon Health Authority, and would receive another $1 million if pending legislation is approved, to help address a critical statewide shortage of behavioral healthcare practitioners. The current OHA grant will be used in part to expand the capacity of SOU's program to 60  more

ASHLAND, Oregon, Feb. 6 -- Southern Oregon University issued the following news release: Southern Oregon University has successfully completed the first phase of its transition to a cutting-edge core information system - a process that most of Oregon's colleges and universities, and many other government entities, are expected to duplicate in the coming years. SOU is switching its primary operational software from a platform that was developed more than 30 years ago - and is still in use by mo  more

OLYMPIA, Washington, Feb. 7 -- The Washington Senate Republicans issued the following news on Feb. 6, 2024: A bill launching a public education campaign to prevent drug overdoses cleared the Senate Ways and Means Committee before a key deadline Monday for passage of bills in the 2024 legislative session. Other elements of the 'Recovery Washington' package announced by Senate Republicans did not advance, but lawmakers said growing alarm in Oregon could help light a fire under the Washington Leg  more