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WEB4 days ago · Number of trees that die years after wildfire likely bigger than thought, research shows. Two recent studies, created independently of each other, that examined the effects of wildfires in Oregon, Washington as well as other parts of the West, found that trees scorched by fire can continue to die for as long as five years after a wildfire.
City opens nominations for 2024 Banks Citizenship Award
WEB2 days ago · by Chas Hundley on September 17, 2024. Once again, the city of Banks is looking for the best among the residents of Banks and surrounding communities who’ve left a lasting positive mark on the city through their good works. The nominating period for the 2024 Banks Citizenship Award, open through September 30, was announced on Sept. 17.
Home in Satellite neighborhood near Banks engulfed in flames
WEBby Chas Hundley on June 24, 2024. A home in the Satellite neighborhood near Banks was engulfed in flames Monday evening, drawing Banks Fire District and neighboring agencies to a large two-story residence to battle the flames. The fire was quickly upgraded to two alarms, allowing for additional resources to be dispatched to the scene.
The 78th Annual Banks BBQ Truck & Tractor Pull has begun
WEBThe Banks BBQ kicked off Friday night at Banks’ Sunset Park with the clink of poker chips and nearly 60 gamblers hoping to win big. While most of the action — including a parade, truck and tractor pull, combine derby, car show, and of course, the famous BBQ — happens on Saturday and Sunday, the weekend officially begins with a Texas Hold ‘Em tournament in Schlegel Hall.
City council examines development agreement for 955 home …
WEBDuring a February 13 city council meeting, the elected city officials of Banks met to conduct the regular business before the city, and to conduct a public hearing to consider the approval of a developer agreement between Banks and Holt Homes, who hope to build a housing development of up to 955 homes on what’s now the Quail Valley Golf Course and adjacent property.
Local election officials urge citizens to make a voting plan
WEB2 days ago · Washington County marked National Voter Registration Day with a reminder to make a plan to vote in the upcoming General Election.. In a press release issued jointly Tuesday, county election officials, along with Clackamas, Marion, Multnomah, and Yamhill counties, encouraged voters to take action with a three-step voting plan in advance of an Oct. 15 voter registration deadline.
Live: Here’s all the updates for the Tuesday and Wednesday ice …
WEBJan 16, 2024 · 6 p.m.: It’s officially an emergency, folks. As of today, the Washington County Board of Commissioners declared a state of emergency over the winter storm. County declares state of emergency over winter storm. 5 p.m.: Schools closed Wednesday. The Banks School District said that district facilities would remain closed another day.
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WEBAug 8, 2024 · The price of individual and small business health insurance plans will jump again next year – and two by double digits that could leave people paying nearly $700 more a year for their monthly premiums.
Feds sending Oregon almost $43 million for roads damaged by …
WEB3 days ago · Feds sending Oregon almost $43 million for roads damaged by winter storms, floods. Oregon will receive nearly $43 million from the federal government to repair roads damaged by recent natural disasters, the state’s two U.S. senators announced Monday. The influx of federal funding comes as the state struggles to fill transportation funding gaps.
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WEBThe Banks Post is an independently owned and operated newspaper in Banks, Oregon. Launched in 2017, it started first as an online-only newspaper and grew into a full-time digital newspaper with some print options as well. It now serves areas in the city of Banks, and the communities of Timber, Buxton, Manning, Hayward, Mountaindale, and Roy.