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Racial justice grants to fund projects from and for BIPOC communities in Lane County
The United Way of Lane County has opened funding opportunities to support projects and initiatives that further the advancement of racial justice.

Weekday Wrap: Astoria affordable housing; Multnomah County library projects update; and PETA vs. OHSU
Also in the news: Lane County's Glenwood Transfer Station will be rebuilt and possibly moved; bridge on Oregon Coast gets new light pylons; and Cannon Beach ocean water health advisory lifted.

Cottage Grove receives millions in federal funding to boost local tourism
The city has received funding to improve its park and historical downtown district.
Falling tree kills firefighter in Willamette National Forest
Collin Hagan, 27, was working on the Big Swamp Fire outside Oakridge. He was part of the Craig Interagency Hotshot crew based in Colorado.
Lane County DA’s office won’t prosecute certain crimes due to staffing shortage
The Lane County District Attorney’s office says a shortage of prosecutors means some nonviolent offenders won’t be charged.
Klamath County sheriff’s sergeant charged with sexual abuse, harassment
An active duty sergeant in the Klamath County Sheriff’s Office is facing charges of sexual abuse and harassment in Lane County.
Homeless youth services in Lane County given $3.3 million in federal funds
Homeless youth organizations in Lane County will get more than $3 million in federal funding to support their services.
Diminishing hospital capacity prompts emergency COVID-19 guidance for Lane County
Effective immediately and regardless of vaccination status, Lane County Public Health is advising people to wear masks indoors when near others not from their homes. Masks should be worn outdoors when it’s impossible to socially distance from others not from your immediate household.

How Oregon named a county after a Confederate sympathizer
Efforts to rename institutions with racist underpinnings such as schools, military bases and sports teams are happening across the country. In Oregon, there’s a movement to change the name of Lane County, which is dedicated to Joseph Lane, the first governor of the Oregon Territory.

Oregon Country Fair Sets Attendance Record
The Oregon Country Fair saw record numbers this year.