November’s Republican gains in Congress led the party to regain control of the Senate and to capture its largest House majority since 1946. In Oregon meanwhile, Democrats retained the governorship, added to their control of the House and gained a … Continued
Julie Manning, Corvallis Mayor Any Corvallis resident can serve as Mayor. After all, the Corvallis City Charter makes it simple: “Every fourth year…, a Mayor shall be elected.” And it lists five duties, such as to appoint committees, to run … Continued
Area nonprofits and the city are currently working to make long-term decisions about services for Corvallis’ homeless population. As they grapple with costs, benefits and impacts, the Corvallis City Club has scheduled a special evening meeting to examine current and … Continued
Last April, Vermont became the first state to pass a law requiring the labeling of foods that contain ingredients made through genetic engineering. Similar laws have been passed in Maine and Connecticut (implementation is contingent on adoption by the other … Continued
Is marijuana medicine? And what would legalized recreational sales look like in Corvallis? Three dispensaries have opened in the past several months, currently selling medicinal marijuana. The passage of Measure 91 could mean that recreational marijuana will also go retail. … Continued
Corvallis’ Vision 20/20 statement (1997) calls for “a vibrant economy that is anchored by key strategic industries and complemented by a wealth of diverse, environmentally-friendly businesses.” While a key indicator, the city’s unemployment rate, remains among the lowest in Oregon, … Continued
When: Monday, May 12, 12 noon Where: Boys & Girls Club of Corvallis “Summer time, and the living is easy.” Or so the song goes. Changing water availability is already making things less easy for our neighbors in southern Oregon … Continued
This artist’s rendering shows the proposed Campus Crest student housing development in the Witham Oaks area of Corvallis, as designed in 2013. (Provided by Campus Crest Development LLC) Development may change the look and feel of our neighborhoods, but proposals … Continued
As human population grows, people and wildlife often find themselves living in close proximity. When wildlife habitat and food and water resources disappear, animal look for food and nest sites in homes and garages. While it is a joy to … Continued
FEB. 10 UPDATE: As roads are beginning to clear from last week’s snow storm, the City Club will meet At the Boys & Girls Club today. In a bid to ease parking congestion on residential streets near Oregon State University, … Continued
