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Mohtarama "Mary" Qazizada fled Afghanistan in 2019 and arrived at Eastern Oregon University barely speaking English. Three years later, she's graduating with a 3.9 GPA as the school's highest-honored student.
Three Central Oregon students just received $3,500 each to pursue their dreams through SELCO Community Credit Union's scholarship program. The awards are part of $77,500 distributed to 21 students across Oregon this year.
When a car burst into flames after crashing into a creek in Wilsonville, a passerby didn't hesitate to act. Using only a strap, he pulled a trapped driver to safety before firefighters arrived.
BestCare Treatment Services broke ground on Oregon's only residential treatment center designed specifically for Latino men struggling with substance use disorder. The culturally tailored facility will provide care entirely in Spanish, addressing critical language and cultural barriers that often prevent people from seeking help.
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Two Oregon High School seniors just earned $1,000 scholarships for combining academic excellence with genuine community impact. Andrea Chavez-Jimenez and Daniel Gonzalez stood out among their peers for making their town better while excelling in class.
Think Wild is inviting kids and families to help rescue wildlife and restore habitats through new volunteer opportunities designed for ages 8 and up. From building bird boxes at home to constructing beaver dams in national forests, young conservationists can now get hands-on experience protecting native animals.
A two-time organ recipient is attempting a Guinness World Record motorcycle journey to save lives. Max Orsini rides across Central Oregon with his poodle Gnocchi, turning every mile into a conversation about organ donation.
An Oregon elementary teacher's dedication to making learning fun just earned her a year of free housing. Ashley Reich's creative classroom approach won her a prize that will ease financial stress for 12 months.
Fifty-six graduating seniors from Marshfield High School just received over half a million dollars in scholarships from their own community. The scholarships include renewable awards up to $90,000 and support both college and trade school dreams.
Scientists have unlocked a geothermal breakthrough that produces 10 times more energy than traditional methods by tapping into superhot underground rocks. This "geothermal renaissance" could provide 15% of the world's growing electricity needs by 2050. #
A 16-year-old Prineville girl who survived a devastating car crash is not only walking again but inspiring others facing impossible challenges. Paige Wood shared her recovery story at a trauma survivors event while raising awareness about drowsy driving.
Marist High School runner Tori Sherman shattered her school's 1,500-meter record by four full seconds at a major Oregon track meet. The rising star clocked 4:41.86, marking a breakthrough moment in her athletic journey.
University of Oregon researchers found that increasing school time by 10% or more can significantly improve student achievement, especially in math. The findings come as districts nationwide debate four-day school weeks.
A burned Oregon forest is sprouting back to life thanks to a first-of-its-kind carbon credit project that's proving nature can pay for its own recovery. The Henry Creek restoration shows companies can fund reforestation while fighting climate change.
Researchers discovered that a cancer protein not only fuels tumor growth but also helps cancer cells repair damage from chemotherapy. The finding could transform treatment for pancreatic cancer and other aggressive tumors.
Over 2,000 children will run through Bush's Pasture Park this Saturday, supported by 400 volunteers who've perfected the art of organized chaos. The Awesome 3000 fun run has raised over $135,000 for Salem-Keizer schools since United Way revived it in 2021.
A Boston terrier named Millie got herself into quite the predicament when she became wedged in tree stump roots in Junction City, Oregon. Thanks to quick-thinking firefighters, the pup made it home safe and sound.
The Oregon Zoo is calling on everyday nature lovers to help track adorable pikas in the Cascades as climate change threatens their mountain homes. This citizen science project turns hikers into conservation heroes.
When 2-year-old Novalee stopped breathing after a seizure, her 87-year-old great-great-grandmother didn't hesitate. Wilma Whitmore's decades as an emergency room nurse kicked in just when her family needed her most.
A Torrington student is celebrating alongside 41 others after receiving scholarships from the Oregon Trail Community Foundation for the 2026-2027 school year. The foundation is making higher education more accessible for dozens of Wyoming families.
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