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OPB - Oil leak into Snake River from Little Goose Dam causes environmental concernOPB - Oil leak into Snake River from Little Goose Dam causes environmental concern
October 31, 2022

OPB - Hundreds of gallons of oil leak into Snake River from Little Goose Dam

A turbine system at Little Goose Dam in eastern Washington has leaked between 300 and 600 gallons of oil into the Snake River, as reported by the Army Corps of Engineers. Environmental concerns arise.

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Bend Bulletin - LUBA reverses permit for rail yard at proposed refinery on Columbia RiverBend Bulletin - LUBA reverses permit for rail yard at proposed refinery on Columbia River
October 29, 2022

Bend Bulletin - LUBA reverses permit for rail yard at proposed refinery on Columbia River

Next Renewables plans to construct the largest renewable diesel refinery on the West Coast at Port Westward in Clatskanie, near Portland. Join us in our mission towards a sustainable future.

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Columbia Basin Bulletin - OSU Researchers Report: Humanity in Midst of Climate Emergency, Greenhouse Gas Emissions Up 42%Columbia Basin Bulletin - OSU Researchers Report: Humanity in Midst of Climate Emergency, Greenhouse Gas Emissions Up 42%
October 27, 2022

Columbia Basin Bulletin - Osu Researchers’ Report: Humanity ‘Unequivocally’ In Midst Of Climate Emergency, Greenhouse Gas Emissions Up 42 Percent Since 1992

A global team of researchers warns in a new report that the Earth's vital signs have deteriorated, signaling a climate emergency for humanity.

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KTVZ - Oregon timber harvest rules for fish protection and economic benefitsKTVZ - Oregon timber harvest rules for fish protection and economic benefits
October 27, 2022

KTVZ - New Oregon timber harvest rules aim to protect fish, provide long-term economic benefits

Discover the impact of the Private Forest Accord on timber harvest activities in over 10 million acres of private and non-federal forests in the state.

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Klamath ranch sues state over water supply - Bend BulletinKlamath ranch sues state over water supply - Bend Bulletin
October 26, 2022

Bend Bulletin - Klamath ranch sues state over water supply

The Sprague River Cattle Co. is suing over water rights worth $1.5 million, now deemed worthless due to flow restrictions. Learn more about the lawsuit.

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WDFW Seeks Public Comment on New Rules for Salmon Fish Passage in Columbia BasinWDFW Seeks Public Comment on New Rules for Salmon Fish Passage in Columbia Basin
October 20, 2022

Columbia Basin Bulletin - WDFW Seeks Public Comment On New Rules To Ensure Fish Passage For Salmon, Part Of Orca Recovery: ‘Must Allow Fish To Move Freely’

Help shape the future of salmon and orca recovery in Washington! Provide feedback on proposed fish passage and screening rules by the Department of Fish and Wildlife. Your input matters.

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Columbia Basin Bulletin - NOAA Outlook Predicts Wetter, Colder Winter for Pacific NorthwestColumbia Basin Bulletin - NOAA Outlook Predicts Wetter, Colder Winter for Pacific Northwest
October 20, 2022

Columbia Basin Bulletin - Noaa Outlook Predicts Wetter, Colder Than Average Winter For Pacific Northwest

Get ready for La Niña's return this winter! NOAA forecasts drier conditions in the South and wetter conditions in the Ohio Valley, Great Lakes, Rockies, and Pacific Northwest from December 2022 to February 2023.

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Fish rescue at Lava Island saves Deschutes River fishFish rescue at Lava Island saves Deschutes River fish
October 19, 2022

Annual fish rescue at Lava Island saves thousands of Deschutes River fish

Join us for the annual fish rescue at Lava Island Falls on the Upper Deschutes River in mid-October! Thousands of fish saved and relocated to the main channel.

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Bend Bulletin - Wickiup Reservoir emptied for an unprecedented third yearBend Bulletin - Wickiup Reservoir emptied for an unprecedented third year
October 14, 2022

Bend Bulletin - Wickiup Reservoir emptied for an unprecedented third year in a row

Discover the significance of Wickiup Reservoir in Central Oregon for farmers as it nearly empties again at the end of the irrigation season.

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Columbia Basin Bulletin - Drought Dries Up Crooked River: Historically Low Flows Lead to Fishing Closure, Impacts to Salmon ReintroductionColumbia Basin Bulletin - Drought Dries Up Crooked River: Historically Low Flows Lead to Fishing Closure, Impacts to Salmon Reintroduction
October 6, 2022

Columbia Basin Bulletin - Drought Dries Up Crooked River: Historically Low Flows Lead To Fishing Closure, Impacts To Salmon Reintroduction

Discover why Central Oregon's Crooked River is the first Oregon river closed to angling due to drought-related low flows, impacting fish and salmon reintroduction efforts.

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Oregon Health Authority Issues Health Advisory for Columbia River Lamprey; Contaminated with PCBs, MercuryOregon Health Authority Issues Health Advisory for Columbia River Lamprey; Contaminated with PCBs, Mercury
October 6, 2022

Columbia Basin Bulletin - Oregon Health Authority Issues Health Advisory For Columbia River Lamprey; Contaminated With PCBs, Mercury

Stay informed with the Oregon Health Authority's recommendations on lamprey consumption from the Columbia River and its tributaries due to high contaminant levels.

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NOAA Fisheries Finalizes 'Rebuilding' Report for Columbia River Salmon RestorationNOAA Fisheries Finalizes 'Rebuilding' Report for Columbia River Salmon Restoration
October 6, 2022

Columbia Basin Bulletin - NOAA Fisheries Finalizes ‘Rebuilding’ Report To Inform Dialogue On Columbia River Basin Salmon Restoration

Learn about the essential steps to restore Columbia Basin stocks, from habitat restoration to reintroducing salmon and managing predators.

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California Wells Run Dry as Drought Depletes Groundwater - Bend BulletinCalifornia Wells Run Dry as Drought Depletes Groundwater - Bend Bulletin
October 4, 2022

Bend Bulletin - California wells run dry as drought depletes groundwater

Learn how rural communities in the American West are losing access to groundwater due to heavy pumping during a megadrought, depleting underground aquifers. Find out more about this pressing issue.

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Bend canal neighbors sue to block 12-mile piping projectBend canal neighbors sue to block 12-mile piping project
October 3, 2022

Bend canal neighbors sue to block 12-mile piping project

A lawsuit has been filed against Arnold Irrigation District for plans to pipe their main canal in south Bend, citing irreversible environmental damage and decreased property values. Join the opposition group in fighting for the preservation of the local environment.

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OPB - Central Oregon water-sharing program extended after bumpy startOPB - Central Oregon water-sharing program extended after bumpy start
September 28, 2022

OPB - Central Oregon water-sharing program extended after bumpy start

The Deschutes River Conservancy, Central Oregon Irrigation District, and North Unit Irrigation District are extending their water bank pilot project despite challenges faced in the inaugural year. Join us in supporting sustainable water management.

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Arnold Irrigation District patrons pivot to new farming methods amid droughtArnold Irrigation District patrons pivot to new farming methods amid drought
September 25, 2022

Arnold Irrigation District patrons pivot toward new farming methods as drought persists

Arnold patrons in Deschutes County face extreme drought conditions, but farmers Schuur and O’Brien are taking action with grass-fed lamb and beef production.

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ODFW closes fishing on Crooked River and Ochoco Creek as water levels dropODFW closes fishing on Crooked River and Ochoco Creek as water levels drop
September 23, 2022

ODFW closes fishing on Crooked River and Ochoco Creek as water levels drop

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife has temporarily closed fishing in the Crooked River and Ochoco Creek due to low water levels. Closure in effect until at least Oct. 31.

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WATER WORRIES: Farmers, regulators struggle with nitrate contaminationWATER WORRIES: Farmers, regulators struggle with nitrate contamination
September 22, 2022

WATER WORRIES: Farmers, regulators struggle to address nitrate contamination

Balancing nitrogen levels in agriculture is crucial for farmers to avoid groundwater contamination. Excess nutrients from fertilizer, compost, or manure can have unintended consequences on crop growth.

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Expansion of Klamath Marsh National Wildlife Refuge by 3,200 acresExpansion of Klamath Marsh National Wildlife Refuge by 3,200 acres
September 22, 2022

Klamath Marsh National Wildlife Refuge to add 3,200 acres

Discover the expansion of Klamath Marsh National Wildlife Refuge near Chiloquin, with 3,200 acres of new marsh and grasslands for migrating birds.

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Columbia Basin Bulletin - Urging Action on Modernizing Columbia River Treaty, Concerns About 'Called-Upon' OperationsColumbia Basin Bulletin - Urging Action on Modernizing Columbia River Treaty, Concerns About 'Called-Upon' Operations
September 22, 2022

Columbia Basin Bulletin - Pacific Northwest Groups Urge Action On Modernizing Columbia River Treaty, Concerned About Uncertainties Of ‘Called-Upon’ Operations

Join 32 organizations in calling for the inclusion of Ecosystem Function as a primary purpose of the 58-year-old treaty governing hydropower and flood control on the river.

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ODFW Opens Grande Ronde River for Harvest of Once Extinct CohoODFW Opens Grande Ronde River for Harvest of Once Extinct Coho
September 22, 2022

Columbia Basin Bulletin - ODFW Opens Grande Ronde River For Harvest Of Once Extinct Coho; Third Time Since Reintroduction In 2017

Starting Sept. 24, anglers can harvest coho salmon in the Grande Ronde River for the third time since reintroduction in 2017. Don't miss out on this opportunity!

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PNNL Report on Hydropower Performance During U.S. West Droughts - 80% Average GenerationPNNL Report on Hydropower Performance During U.S. West Droughts - 80% Average Generation
September 20, 2022

Columbia Basin Bulletin - PNNL Report Details How Hydropower Performs During Severe U.S. West Droughts, Maintains 80 Percent of Average Generation

Learn about the unprecedented megadrought in the Southwestern US, the driest in 1,200 years. Find out how it's impacting water levels and raising concerns about the electric grid's reliability.

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Environmental groups call for modernization of Columbia River TreatyEnvironmental groups call for modernization of Columbia River Treaty
September 19, 2022

Environmental groups urge update of Columbia River Treaty

Pacific Northwest conservation groups push for modernizing Columbia River Treaty to prevent ecosystem collapse. Join the movement for clean energy and wildlife protection.

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Columbia Basin Bulletin - Tracking Coastal Steelhead Migration; Innovative Research for Habitat Restoration PrioritizationColumbia Basin Bulletin - Tracking Coastal Steelhead Migration; Innovative Research for Habitat Restoration Prioritization
September 19, 2022

Columbia Basin Bulletin - Tracking Coastal Steelhead Migration: Innovative Research Could Help Prioritize Habitat Restoration Projects

Discover the latest research from Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife on coastal steelhead fisheries and habitat restoration. Learn about the implications for future fishery management.

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