No moratorium as Mill City waits for sewer solution
One year ago, the Mill City Council was told it may need to issue a moratorium on new construction unless the city expanded its sewer plant, which was near full capacity. A moratorium has not […]
Commissioners support forestry reform bill
Officials in Marion and Linn counties have spoken in favor of a bill that could transfer control of state-owned forest lands to county governments, who would then set policies for logging, revenue and conservation. Supporters […]
In Memoriam: Becky Reyes (Aug. 7, 1958 – Feb. 21, 2023)
Becky Ann Reyes, 64, of Turner died Feb. 21, 2023. She was born to William and Doris Foster on Aug. 7, 1958, in Minot, N.D. She was one of eight siblings. Becky married Anthony Hernandez […]
In Memoriam: Randy Jay Walker (May 1, 1953 – February 20, 2023)
Randy Jay Walker was born on May 1, 1953, in Pittsburg, California to Wayne and Jean Walker. Randy grew up in Pleasant Hill, Oregon. He then moved to Mill City in the fall of 1971 where he met his […]
Gates seeks Budget Committee members
The city of Gates has vacancies on its’ Budget Committee. The Budget Committee meets two to three times during April and May 2023 to prepare the city’s budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. Citizens interested in […]
Detroit to require permits for ATVs
Beginning April 1, the city of Detroit is requiring owners of all-terrain vehicles, low-speed vehicles and golf carts to apply for a permit to operate on authorized streets. The permits are $100, and are good […]
Big win at Gold Beach sends Santiam to state tourney
The Santiam High boys basketball team is headed to the state Class 2A tournament in Pendleton. The Wolverines advanced to the quarterfinals with an 81-64 win at Gold Beach on Saturday, Feb. 25. Santiam faced […]
Calendar
WEEKLY EVENTS Monday Stayton Community Food Bank – 9 a.m. – noon, 1210 Wilco Road. Those in need are served regardless of the location. Mon. – Fri. 503-769-4088 Santiam Canyon Tool Library – 9 a.m. […]
Stay off of wet, snowy soil for best gardening results
It’s cold and wet – and some places snowy – in the Canyon. Most of us find things to do inside where it is warmer and dryer. If we venture outside we need to be […]
Linn County Sheriff’s Office Log: Feb. 21 – Feb. 28
Feb. 21 Park Patrol, 2:12 a.m., SE Fairview Street, Mill City. Kimmel Park. Traffic Stop, 5:03 a.m., SW Broadway Street/SW Fourth Avenue, Mill City. Driver warned for equipment violation. Suspicious Vehicle, 5:15 a.m., Sixth and […]
