Outreach center celebrating with resource fair
The Santiam Outreach Community Center in Mill City will host a fourth anniversary celebration and resource fair on Saturday, July 29. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the center, at 280 […]
New data show 3-year decrease in Oregon youth suicides, uptick for adults
Recently released Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data show 2021 was the third year in a row that suicide deaths among Oregon youths had decreased. This marks a 26 percent decrease in the […]
High levels of radon found in Oregon homes
Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer and the “State of Lung Cancer” report reveals that it is detected at high levels in about 18 percent of homes in Oregon. The American Lung […]
All veterans can receive acute suicidal crisis care for free
The US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) now allows veterans in suicidal crisis to go to any VA or non-VA healthcare facility for free emergency healthcare – including inpatient or crisis residential care for up […]
School Exclusion Day is Feb. 15
Feb. 15 is School Exclusion Day, and the Oregon Immunization Program reminds parents and caregivers that children may not be able to attend school or child care as of that day if their records on […]
Mari-Linn Wear Red Day
Students, staff and community members are encouraged to wear red to help Mari-Linn School raise awareness of heart disease on Wednesday, Feb. 2. Wear Red Day is supported by the American Heart Association and celebrated […]
Freres, Frank contributions bolster hospital drive
Two major donations of $1 million each have significantly boosted the Santiam Hospital & Clinics Foundation’s $5 million fundraising campaign to expand its emergency room. “The SH&C board is very excited about the boost which […]
Lyons yoga instructor offers way to find balance through breath, meditation, movement
Namaste! Looking for a way to find balance in the New Year? Local yoga instructor Kathy Reed is holding classes at St. Patrick’s Hall in Lyons. “I am passionate about helping people find balance through […]
Home winter fire safety starts with you
The State Fire Marshal’s Office and local fire departments encourage all Oregonians to take a moment to think about fire safety for this winter season. Oregon experiences more fires during the winter months than any […]
Take steps to reduce RSV cases
State health officials are asking people to take immediate, urgent action to protect children and ensure there are pediatric intensive care beds available in Oregon hospitals to treat any child or youth with a serious […]
