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Watershed projects improve fish passage, drainage in local streams
Upper Ames Creek was running a little low for late spring, roughly a foot deep in the main…
Police Logs: June 17, 2026
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Death at Linn County Jail spurs pursuit for answers
A Sweet Home man was found dead in his cell at Linn County Jail last month and his…
Linn County prosecutor recognized for helping victims
By Alex Paul Linn County Communications Senior Deputy District Attorney Ani Yardumian has devoted her entire career as…
Commissioners get report on Santiam Canyon fire recovery
By Alex Paul Linn County Communications Santiam Disaster Services of Santiam Hospital & Clinics has assisted 1,221 families…
Commissioner, Sheriff cover variety of topics at town hall meeting
Linn County Commissioner Sherrie Sprenger and Linn County Sheriff Michelle Duncan held a town hall meeting May 27…
UPDATED Police Logs: June 10, 2026
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Commissioners OK Wildfire Ready Project grant plan
By Alex Paul Linn County Communications Young people who are part of the Linn County Juvenile Department’s work…
UPDATED Police Logs: June 3, 2026
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County parks ready to roll after busy windstorm cleanups
By Alex Paul Linn County Communications The Linn County Parks and Recreation Department had a busy winter, due…
Commissioners remember former colleague Wooten
Former Linn County Commissioner Cliff Wooten loved his family and the people of Linn County, Commissioners Roger Nyquist,…
Voters approve Sweet Home measures; Jackola, Tibbetts sitting on big leads
Sweet Home’s school bond measure is well ahead in voting results from the May 19 primary election reported…
Events: May 27, 2026
Upcoming City Meetings These are regularly-scheduled meetings. Sometimes the dates or times are changed due to schedule…
Circuit Court: May 27, 2026
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Police Logs: May 27, 2026
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Commissioners approve two-year deal for space at Haley Quarry
Linn County Commissioners Roger Nyquist, Sherrie Sprenger and Will Tucker took care of the following business items at…
Commissioners OK application for local transportation grant funds
By Alex Paul Linn County Communications At their May 5 meeting, Linn County Commissioners Roger Nyquist, Sherrie Sprenger…
Commissioners get report from Juvenile Department director
By Alex Paul Linn County Communications In March, the Linn-Benton Juvenile Department held 23 young people from Linn…
Linn County $299M budget slated for June adoption
By Alex Paul Linn County Communications After three days of presentations by elected officials and department heads, the…
Free wildlife forage seed giveaway May 9
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Oregon Hunters Association will give away free wildlife forage seed…
Linn County recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month in May
Linn County Mental Health is recognizing May as Mental Health Awareness Month, highlighting the importance of mental health…
Commissioners OK outdoor assembly permit for hazelnut event
By Alex Paul Linn County Communications At a public hearing held after their regular board meeting on Tuesday,…
Courthouse standoff ends with man’s arrest
Police and Sheriff’s deputies found themselves in a standoff Monday morning, April 20, in front of the Linn…
Commissioners increase First-Time Youth Wage Grant stipend to $4
By Alex Paul Linn County Communications At their April 14 meeting, Linn County Commissioners Roger Nyquist, Sherrie Sprenger…
Circuit Court: April 22, 2026
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