Klamath County

KLAMATH COUNTY, Ore. – A woman camping in a remote area of Klamath County appears to be the victim of an unprovoked shooting. The Klamath County Sheriff’s Office said in the early morning hours of July 2, a woman spending the night …

Klamath Falls, Ore. – The half billion dollar Swan Lake Pumped Storage project will be getting a tax break from Klamath County. Klamath County Commissioners voted in favor of a ‘Strategic Investment Program’ Tuesday morning. Instead of paying property taxes, developers will …

KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. – A proposal to use treated wastewater to grow crops was the focus of a public hearing in Klamath Falls Wednesday night. A hearing held in February had to be postponed after too many people showed up to testify. …

KLAMATH COUNTY, Ore. – A long-time landmark sign on Highway 140 between Medford and Klamath Falls was stolen last week. Beverly Wampler Demetrakos was born in the Odessa area 91 years ago. The Odessa Ranch sign marking her family’s property means a …

Klamath Falls, Ore. – A proposal to use treated wastewater for agricultural use is coming up for discussion in Klamath Falls. The idea could save money, but has some strong opposition. Michael Fritschi of the South Suburban Sanitary District believes using treated …

MEDFORD, Ore. — As Southern Oregon counties enter phase two of reopening, public health officials are looking at the current state of COVID-19 testing. “We’ve really shifted our strategy from prevention to mitigation,” said Jackson County Public Health Officer Dr. Jim Shames. …

Crater Lake National Park, Ore. – Crater Lake National Park reopened to visitors Monday morning after being closed for more than two months due to the pandemic. Justin Crawford of New York was one of the first in line as the barricades …

Klamath Falls, Ore. – After allowing only limited access for nearly 3 months, the Klamath County Courthouse has reopened. The Klamath County Courthouse never closed completely, but reopening hasn’t been business as usual. “Most of March, April, and May.”  Confirms Klamath County …

Klamath Falls, Ore. – The pandemic has had a big impact on activities at the Klamath Basin Senior Center. Executive Director Marc Kane says changes at the senior center begin at the front door.  “Everybody that comes into the building must wear …

MEDFORD, Ore.– The Oregon Health Authority has released new data showing many counties are not meeting the requirements set by the state to protect residents from coronavirus during the reopening. After Governor Kate Brown announced 31 of Oregon’s 36 counties could reopen …