Oregon senator proposes using kicker for wildfire fund after unprecedented fire season
After last year's historic and expensive wildfire season, lawmakers need to figure out a better way to pay for the state's ...
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Ashland Fire Chief Ralph Sartain to retire after 32 years of service
After more than three decades of service, Ashland Fire Chief Ralph Sartain has announced his retirement this year, effective ...
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Oregon homeowners face rising insurance costs as wildfire risk grows
Sen. Jeff Golden (D-Ashland) plans to reintroduce a bill to help wildfire-affected communities. Golden’s past attempts failed, but wildfire funding remains a priority for lawmakers.
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76-year-old skier died at Mt. Ashland Ski Area after hitting a tree
ASHLAND, Oregon - A man died after hitting a tree on a "Most Difficult" trail at Mt. Ashland Ski Area on Friday morning. The ...
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PacifiCorp Was Grossly Negligent in Oregon’s 2020 Wildfires. Now It’s Asking Lawmakers for Protection.
PacifiCorp has waged a campaign, in the courts and now in the halls of the state Capitol, to reduce its financial obligation.
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Skier dies in tragic accident at Mt. Ashland Ski area
ASHLAND, Oregon (KDRV) — A 76-year-old man tragically ... arriving at the scene and immediately initiating lifesaving efforts. Ashland Fire and Rescue, along with the Ski Patrol team, continued ...
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Lawmakers Ponder Oregon Kicker as Wildfire Fund Source
Over the weekend, a leader of the work group, state Sen. Jeff Golden (D-Ashland), unveiled a possible funding source: a ...
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Death Reported at Oregon Ski Area
Ashland, Oregon announced the death of a 76-year-old skier on Friday ... We are incredibly grateful to our dedicated staff, Ski Patrollers, Ashland Fire and Rescue, and Mercy Flights for their swift ...