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Is The Federal Government An Unreliable Employer?
Is The Federal Government An Unreliable Employer?
Is The Federal Government An Unreliable Employer?
Some Oregon officials worry the back-and-forth nature of federal government lay-offs will have long-term impacts on future hiring needs.  At a recent town hall meeting with Oregon Congressional Democrats, several federal employees said actions by DOGE and the Trump Administration are pushing out good workers.   “...
ODFW Removes Wolf Following Multiple Depredations
ODFW Removes Wolf Following Multiple Depredations
ODFW Removes Wolf Following Multiple Depredations
On Wednesday, federal officials killed a wolf in Oregon, amid growing concerns about public safety.  According to the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, several unsuccessful attempts were made to deter OR 158, before the lethal action was taken as a last resort.  This re...
Wyden, Merkley Announce Funds For Sagebrush Restoration In Oregon
Wyden, Merkley Announce Funds For Sagebrush Restoration In Oregon
Wyden, Merkley Announce Funds For Sagebrush Restoration In Oregon
On Friday, Oregon senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden announced funding they say will boost habitat restoration in the eastern portion of the state.  The $679,690 from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will go to five projects, supporting management of invasive grasses, reducing wildfire risks, and restoring sagebrush habitat.   “Rest...
Potential New Neighbor for North Cascade Producers
Potential New Neighbor for North Cascade Producers
Potential New Neighbor for North Cascade Producers
Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) released the following statement reacting to an announcement from the U.S. National Park Service and U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service seeking public comment on a proposed rule under section 10(j) of the Endangered Species Act related to the potential introduction of grizzly bears in the North Cascades.
Investments to Save Endangered Species
Investments to Save Endangered Species
Investments to Save Endangered Species
The Department of the Interior today announced more than $40.6 million in grants through the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to 10 states and the U.S. Virgin Islands to support land acquisition and conservation planning projects on over 7,200 acres of habitat for 65 listed and at-risk species through the Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund.
Second Wolf Killed In Union County
Second Wolf Killed In Union County
Second Wolf Killed In Union County
Two wolves were trapped, one was killed, in Oregon’s Union County last week.  According to the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, two wolves from a new group in the Catherine Creek area were trapped by USDA Wildlife Services.  One wolf was ...

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