We Are Stronger Together |
Monday, March 27, 2023 at 10:00 am |
Oregon's Natural Resources & Industries (ONRI) is sponsoring the rally to meet legislators and influencers to bring light on legislation affecting natural resource industries, their families, and their communities. https://onri.us/events |
Rally at the State Capitol, Salem. |
Oregon Republican Party Freedom Banquet |
Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at 6:00 pm |
Hosted by ORP Chairman Justin Hwang Keynote Speaker NRA First VP Willes K. Lee Special Musical Guest, Nashville’s Stokes Nielson Tickets: Dinner $75 - VIP Tickets $100 Call 503-931-1756 for table sponsorship info. Ticket Sales end on March 23, 2023 Click for tickets |
Embassy Suites Portland Airport |
Ways and Means Hearing |
Saturday, April 8, 2023 at 10:00 am |
Public hearings on the budget. Members of the public will have the opportunity to testify at each of the hearings regarding their perspectives and priorities around the state budget. To testify, members of the public will be able to access sign up links on the Ways and Means Committee's webpage on OLIS.oregonlegislature.gov |
Portland Community College - PAC Auditorium, Sylvania Campus 12000 SW 49th Ave, Portland, OR 97219 |
Ways and Means Hearing |
Friday, April 14, 2023 at 5:00 pm |
Public hearings on the budget. Members of the public will have the opportunity to testify at each of the hearings regarding their perspectives and priorities around the state budget. To testify, members of the public will be able to access sign up links on the Ways and Means Committee's webpage on OLIS.oregonlegislature.gov |
Newport Performing Arts Center 777 W Olive St, Newport, OR 97365 |
Active Shooter Response Training |
Friday, April 14, 2023 at 6:00 pm |
This training is for Teachers, Students, Parents, Pastors, business owners, workshop will be held at TNT Martial Arts on Friday April 14, 2023 from 6pm-9pm. $10 The address to the school is 1982 NE 25th Ave. Suite 15. Hillsboro, Oregon 97124. Normal day clothes. We will be covering many topics in the seminar, including lockdown vs escape strategy, counter assault, classroom/kid management and command, classroom setup and planning, basic weapon familiarity and improvised weapons, and a TON of practice and dynamic role play. SIGN UP HERE: https://tntmartialarts.mystudioboss.com/anti-active.../ Although this is a deadly serious topic, we are going to make it fun and low stress for you. Pre-Registration is mandatory, class slots are LIMITED, and in the interest of safety and security, you’ll be expected to provide your identification that matches the registration name, upon entering the training facility. SIGN UP HERE: https://tntmartialarts.mystudioboss.com/anti-active.../ TNT may refuse any and all people deemed sketchy. ALL Kids SHALL have a parent in attendance WITH them. At the end of this course, you’ll certainly feel more confident knowing how to take proper action to protect your kids, and give your kids the knowledge to protect themselves. Cost goes to support the Sushi and ice-pack needs of the role-players you’ll be engaging. 🙂 |
TNT Martial Arts 1982 NE 25th Ave. Suite 15. Hillsboro, Oregon 97124 |
NW Food Show |
Sunday, April 16, 2023 at 10:00 am |
Showcase your foodservice industry solutions to buyers and influencers across the Northwestern U.S. and beyond. Exhibiting at the Northwest Foodservice Show is a cost effective way to meet with hundreds of industry decision makers face-to-face and grow your business. Space is limited, so book now! SELL FACE-TO-FACE • Generate high-quality leads by sampling and/or demonstrating your products in person • Answer questions and give tailored pitches to a diverse group of attendees over two days • Create new connections with buyers and build on existing relationships across the Northwest WHO ATTENDS? • 75% of attendees are key decision makers and have purchasing authority • 47% of attendees have an alcohol license • Nearly half of attendees are experiencing the Show for the first time INDUSTRY SEGMENTS IN ATTENDANCE • 36% Restaurant / Café • 10% Bar / Tavern • 10% Catering • 10% Broker • 7% Institutions: Universities, Schools, Hospitals, Corrections • 5% Food Carts / Mobile • 22% Other Foodservice The Oregon Restaurant & Lodging Association (ORLA) is the leading business association for the foodservice and lodging industry in Oregon. A not-for-profit trade organization, ORLA represents over 3,000 member units and advocates for over 10,000 foodservice locations and over 2,400 lodging establishments in Oregon. Contact Marla McColly - mmcolly@oregonrla.org to register for a booth today! |
Portland Expo Center - Hall D - 2060 N Marine Dr, Portland, OR • April 16 –17, 2023 • Sunday, April 16: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday, April 17: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
Ways and Means Hearing |
Friday, April 21, 2023 at 5:00 pm |
Public hearings on the budget. Members of the public will have the opportunity to testify at each of the hearings regarding their perspectives and priorities around the state budget. To testify, members of the public will be able to access sign up links on the Ways and Means Committee's webpage on OLIS.oregonlegislature.gov |
Umpqua Community College 1140 Umpqua College Rd, Roseburg, OR 9747 |
Ways and Means Hearing |
Friday, April 28, 2023 at 5:00 pm |
Public hearings on the budget. Members of the public will have the opportunity to testify at each of the hearings regarding their perspectives and priorities around the state budget. To testify, members of the public will be able to access sign up links on the Ways and Means Committee's webpage on OLIS.oregonlegislature.gov |
Four Rivers Cultural Center 676 SW 5th Ave, Ontario, OR 97914 Note: Ontario, Oregon is in the Mountain Time Zone |
Lincoln County Fair |
Friday, June 30, 2023 at 5:00 pm |
Celebrating the many riches of Lincoln county - from agriculture to fishing to artists to the businesses and non-profits that make the region great - the New Lincoln County Fair has demonstrated that there is a place for the county fair in today's society. Now scheduled on the 4th of July weekend, the Fair can even more fully embrace the celebration of our community as an Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration. Lincoln County Fair |
Held at the Lincoln County Commons Address: 633 NE 3rd St, Newport, OR |
St Paul Rodeo |
Friday, June 30, 2023 at 7:00 pm |
Small town fun, big time rodeo! Celebrating 87 years of St. Paul Rodeo with championship PRC St Paul Rodeo website |
4174 Malo Avenue NE, Saint Paul, OR, United States, Oregon |
Marion County Fair |
Thursday, July 6, 2023 at 5:00 pm |
The Marion County Fair |
Oregon State Fair and Exposition Center 2330 17th ST NE Salem, OR 97301 |
Washington County Fair |
Friday, July 21, 2023 at 5:00 pm |
Washington County Fair FREE ADMISSION Washington County Fair |
Westside Commons 801 NE 34th Ave, Hillsboro, OR 97124 |
Coos County Fair |
Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at 5:00 pm |
Beginning in 1912, the Coos County Fair has become the main event of the Summer for Coos County residents and is a county-wide showcase of agriculture, crafts, industry and business. The Fair provides the opportunity for all ages, from young to seniors, to exhibit their livestock, floral, land products, culinary, needlework, photography, arts and crafts. |
Coos County Fairgrounds 770 4th St, Myrtle Point, OR 97458 |
Clatsop County Fair |
Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at 5:00 pm |
The Clatsop County Fair & Expo is located on 109 acres overlooking the Wallooski River, just three miles from Astoria. Clatsop County Fair |
Clatsop County Fair and Expo Center 92937 Walluski Loop, Astoria, OR 97103 |
Oregon Jamboree Music Festival |
Friday, August 4, 2023 at 5:00 pm |
The Oregon Jamboree is the Northwest’s premier country music festival. Nestled in the foothills of the scenic Cascade Mountains, the Oregon Jamboree is held on 20+ acre park-like setting that includes the historic Weddle Covered Bridge. The Jamboree offers a full festival atmosphere in the main venue and a more intimate concert experience on the second stage. In addition to featured headline entertainment, this event hosts RV and tent camping, merchandise vendors, food booths, beer & wine gardens, and a variety of other attractions. The festival draws attendees from all over the United States, and has hosted many international visitors as well. Over 900 festival volunteers contribute their efforts to ensure a safe and fun experience for all. |
Sweet Home, Oregon |
Douglas County Fair |
Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 8:00 am |
Douglas County Fair |
Douglas County Fairgrounds Complex 2110 SW Frear Street Roseburg, OR 97471 |
Crook County Fair |
Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 1:00 pm |
Crook County Fair |
Crook County Fairgrounds Prineville, Oregon |
Oregon State Fair |
Friday, August 25, 2023 at 1:00 pm |
Oregon State Fair |
Oregon State Fair & Exposition Center 2330 17th St NE, Salem, OR 97301 |
Pendleton Round-Up |
Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 5:00 pm |
The world famous Pendleton Round-Up is back & stronger than ever. We're excited to see all of our friends, family, & fans back together again for the 113th Pendleton Round-Up! |
Pendleton Round-Up and Happy Canyon Ticket Office and Gift Shop: 1330 SW Court Ave, Pendleton, OR 97801 Pendleton Round-Up Grounds: 1205 SW Court Ave, Pendleton, OR 97801 Happy Canyon Arena/Goldie's Bar: 1601 Westgate, Pendleton, OR 97801 Pendleton Round-Up & Happy Canyon Hall of Fame Museum: 1114 SW Court Ave, Pendleton OR 97801 |
REOPEN SCHOOLS NOW
EIGHTY PERCENT of Oregon’s students last week remained out of the classroom. This flies in the face of increasing evidence. The CDC has recognized that school reopenings are safe, even if teachers aren’t vaccinated. According to the Legislative Fiscal Office, the Governor received hundreds of millions of dollars from the federal government for resources schools need to reopen. President Biden’s COVID bill would give K-12 schools another $1.2 billion, yet classrooms remain empty.
“The Governor has completely failed Oregon families and students,” Sen. Girod said. “She first promised that schools would reopen on February 15. She failed to put our kids first. Now she is moving the goalposts to the spring. Parents and kids no longer have any trust in her empty promises. We need tuly bold action. Gov. Brown is the Superintendent of Public Instruction. She needs to start acting like it and demand teachers unions immediately send their members back into the classroom.”
Senate Republicans have an education package to give parents and kids control over their education and use budget authority to reopen schools.
EQUITABLE VACCINE DISTRIBUTION
Oregon is the 3rd worst in the country in vaccinating seniors, who are most vulnerable to COVID-19. To make matters worse, vaccines have been siphoned from rural counties and redirected to Portland, despite having one of the highest vaccination rates in the state.
This vaccine is a matter of life and death,” Girod continued. “The Governor doubled down deprioritizing seniors in the vaccine line, even when evidence suggested teachers didn’t need to be vaccinated to reopen schools. That decision almost certainly cost lives, and she tried to get away with covering up those deaths, when OHA decided they didn’t want to release the data. Its time for the Legislature to step in and hold the Governor accountable for these failures. We must use vaccines to save the most number of lives. That means seniors need to be prioritized and rural Oregon needs their fair share.”
HELPING STRUGGLING OREGONIANS RECOVER
Oregon’s economic recovery lags behind the rest of the country. While the United States has recovered 56% of jobs lost during the pandemic, Oregon has only recovered 37%. Our unemployment rate is well above the national median. Thousand struggle to pay rent, tens of thousands are without jobs, and women are dropping out of the workforce at an alarming rate.
Despite these facts, Governor Brown extended her emergency declaration, further tightening her grip on small businesses and working Oregonians.
“Our main concern this session ought to be helping Oregonians recovery from the pandemic and its economic devastation,” Senate Republican Leader, Fred Girod said. “Yet Democrats are intent on taxing COVID relief money and increasing the cost of living for Oregonians. I urge Legislative leaders to pass Senate Republican bills aimed at giving working Oregonians relief and getting them back to work.
“Yesterday’s Revenue Forecast indicated that the state has brought $800 million is extra tax dollars. President Biden’s bailout plan will add billions of more dollars. There is no need for new taxes!”
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