Data center transparency bill awaits Gov. Youngkin’s decision
Del. Josh Thomas (D-Prince William County) said out of a package of 20 data center-related bills, his legislation was the only one to reach the governor’s desk.
Colorado county hires wolf depredation position as mistrust in state handling cases grows
Rio Blanco County has hired a part-time animal and livestock conflict investigator, giving the county "another set of eyes to help ranchers." ...
Oregon state parks set record for visits in 2024 as outdoors boom continues
The number of people visiting Oregon’s state park system reached an all-time high in 2024, fueled by a boom of people ...
Oregon state parks saw a record number of visitors in 2024. Why officials are worried
A whopping 53,853,609 people made day trips to Oregon’s state parks in 2024, according to data released Friday by the Oregon ...
King County foresters plant trees from the climates of tomorrow
Can trees from warmer places withstand Western Washington's sogginess? Forestry workers are starting a trial to find out.