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Oregon's 2026 fire season is over after a record 2.5 million acres burned

If you've got a burn pile in mind, check before you light it. All Oregon Department of Forestry districts have terminated fire restrictions, ending the 2026 fire season. More than 2.

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2026 passed Oregon's 2024 record for acres burned, in millions

Sources: KMTR, KDRV

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2024 record1.9M
2026 (more than)2.5M

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WaterA judge denied Salem and Marion County's bid to stop the Detroit Lake drawdownIf you live in the Mid-Willamette Valley, this one's about your water. A federal judge denied requests Wednesday from the city of Salem and Marion County to stop the deep drawdown of Detroit Lake. The reservoir could now drop to a level tied for its lowest on record as soon as this month.Thursday’s editionRead BusinessSalem's Agility Robotics starts trading on Nasdaq today after closing a $465 million dealSalem's own Agility Robotics starts trading on the Nasdaq today under the symbol AGLT. The company closed a deal Wednesday to raise $465 million by merging with a SPAC, a publicly traded investment fund. Shareholders in that fund approved the deal Monday, with more than 84% of votes cast in favor.Thursday’s editionRead ElectionMore than 1.5 million Oregonians had voted by Tuesday morning, a 48.3% turnout rateAs of 6:43 a.m. Tuesday, 1,505,694 Oregonians had already voted, according to the state, and Secretary of State Tobias Read urged everyone else to get their ballots in by 8 p.m.Wednesday’s editionRead HealthOregon's new Explore Health marketplace is open for 2027 plansIf you buy your own health insurance, there's a new place to shop. The Oregon Health Authority's Explore Health officially launched Nov. 1 and replaces HealthCare.gov. Open Enrollment for 2027 coverage runs through Jan. 15, 2027.Tuesday’s editionRead

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  • Reading helpSalem-Keizer is rolling out a new individualized virtual reading tutoring program at 23 schools, including Harritt Elementary in West Salem.

    Salem-Keizer is rolling out a new individualized virtual reading tutoring program at 23 schools, including Harritt Elementary in West Salem. It launched a month ago.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Salem Reporter

  • North Fork RoadNorth Fork Road, which branches off Highway 22 near Lyons and Mehama, has reopened after being closed since April 20 for landslide repairs, Marion County Public Works said Nov.

    North Fork Road, which branches off Highway 22 near Lyons and Mehama, has reopened after being closed since April 20 for landslide repairs, Marion County Public Works said Nov. 4. The county says the curves and grades have changed and workers may still be on site.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Statesman Journal

  • Warming centersThe Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency is seeking volunteers for the 2026-27 warming season, with recruitment focused on Salem and Dallas.

    The Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency is seeking volunteers for the 2026-27 warming season, with recruitment focused on Salem and Dallas. From Nov. 1 through March 31, 2027, warming centers activate when temperature thresholds are met.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Polk County Itemizer-Observer

  • VolleyballSouth Salem, Sprague and other Salem-Keizer area schools begin their quests for OSAA girls volleyball state championships today, Nov.

    South Salem, Sprague and other Salem-Keizer area schools begin their quests for OSAA girls volleyball state championships today, Nov. 6.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Statesman Journal

  • Veterans DayA ceremony at the Oregon State Capitol in Salem and a parade in downtown Albany highlight the Mid-Valley's Veterans Day schedule.

    A ceremony at the Oregon State Capitol in Salem and a parade in downtown Albany highlight the Mid-Valley's Veterans Day schedule. Veterans Day is always celebrated Nov. 11.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Statesman Journal

  • Pacific PowerPacific Power announced Oct. 29 a settlement with the Oregon Public Utility Commission to adjust rates in 2027, for an overall increase of 0.3%.

    Pacific Power announced Oct. 29 a settlement with the Oregon Public Utility Commission to adjust rates in 2027, for an overall increase of 0.3%. The company has more than 600,000 customers, including in Dallas and Independence.

    Around Oregon · Today’s editionSource: Polk County Itemizer-Observer

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Oregon's 2026 fire season is over after a record 2.5 million acres burned

Plus, Oregon's fire season is over after a record 2.5 million acres burned.

The TLDR

  1. Oregon's fire season ends after a record 2.5 million acres burned
  2. North Fork Road reopens after landslide repairs
  3. South Salem and Sprague open the volleyball state tournament
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