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New head of Oregon State Hospital previously oversaw troubled Washington facility
Sean Murphy was an executive at Western State Hospital in Washington from June 2016 to November 2018, then gained responsibility for all of the state's psychiatric facilities.
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2mSchool vouchers benefit all Ohioans by ensuring a strong private school option
In districts with private school alternatives, principals and administrators know they must perform well and be very responsive to parents and the community to keep enrollment up, writes Robert Shwab of Cleveland Heights in a letter to the editor.
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3mWant to avoid a Portland speeding or red-light ticket? Start here
These five intersections have generated the most traffic tickets since cameras went live again in November.
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5mGorge Amphitheatre in Washington to host popular 2026 music festivals
The venue has updated its bag restrictions and parking options ahead of concerts featuring Chris Stapleton, Jack Johnson and Above & Beyond's ABGT700 celebration.
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4mThis calming paint color helps homes sell for thousands more, says Zillow
Forget sterile white walls — buyers in 2026 want homes with soul, and one soft, nature-inspired color outperforms from bedrooms to kitchens, according to Zillow's behavioral research.
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5mTrail Blazers owner says taxpayers must cover entire Moda Center makeover
“It feels like we’re making a pretty big investment by staying here,” Tom Dundon said.