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The grass under World Cup players' cleats was grown from Oregon seed — and there's a reason turf managers keep coming back to the Willamette Valley for it.

The Columbia River Gorge pear harvest this year left growers selling fruit below what it cost to produce, and packing houses turning away truckloads daily — prompting calls for emergency relief from both parties.

West Nile Virus has already been detected in mosquitoes in Washington state this summer, and Oregon health officials say the highest-risk times are early morning and evening near water.

As the heat climbs toward triple digits, Kaiser Permanente pediatrician Dr. Lisa Denike says even babies can learn to float — but no swim lesson or flotation device replaces a watchful adult near the water.

Oregon's power companies are gearing up for wildfire season with new plans involving community consultations and the possibility of power shutoffs in high-risk areas.

Emerald ash borers have been found in new spots around Oregon, including Tualatin and north of Silverton, prompting officials to warn against moving firewood to curb their spread.

In light of the New World Screwworm detected down south, Oregon Department of Ag officials are tightening regulations on animal transport to protect livestock from this dangerous parasitic fly.

Oregon's drought is impacting coldwater fish like salmon, prompting adjustments for anglers targeting warmwater species and trout high in the mountains; stay updated with ODFW for changing regulations.

Under Good Neighbor Authority, the U.S. Forest Service pays Oregon to help replant trees. The Crazy Creek fire burned nearly 87,000 acres in the Ochoco National Forest, outside Prineville.

This summer’s forecast is raising eyebrows and concerns in Oregon. It’s a call to action for everyone to be wildfire-ready.