Klamath Falls

Klamath Falls Biomass Project Withdrawn

By Jim McCoy Fri 14th June News biomass Klamath Falls

A developer has withdrawn an application to build a wood-fired electrical generating plant near Klamath Falls. Klamath Falls Bioenergy said delays in getting a state siting permit meant it couldn't meet a year-end construction deadline set by federal economic stimulus legislation, which was expected to provide 30 percent of the project's cost. Neighbors had organized to oppose thRead More »

City of Klamath Falls, Pacific Power Clash

By Jim McCoy Wed 22nd May News Klamath Falls utilities

The city of Klamath Falls and Pacific Power are squaring off for a fight over the idea of a municipal utility. The Herald and News reports the City Council has commissioned a $40,000 feasibility study from a consultant. The city would like to cut power rates to encourage business. Pacific Power says the city should figure on money for full-time lawyer fees for up to a decade.Read More »

Hanhunt For Suspect In Shooting of Two In Klamath Falls

By Jim McCoy Wed 3rd April News Klamath Falls shooting

Klamath Falls authorities are looking for a 27-year-old man in the shootings of two people. The Herald and News reports that witnesses said 27-year-old Leland Thomas Nicholson Jr. drove away Sunday from an apartment where the two were wounded.Read More »

FAA May Close Some Air Towers Due To Sequestration Cuts

By Jim McCoy Thu 7th March News air tower closures Federal Aviation Administration Klamath Falls North Bend

Five small airports in Oregon are on the Federal Aviation Administration list for potential control tower closings under the automatic budget cuts known as sequestration. The FAA says they are among 238 small airports under consideration nationwide with low traffic volumes and control towers operated by contractors. The FAA is to make a decision by March 18 on closing about 170 oRead More »

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2012

Author: Jim McCoy
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News Car Chase Crime Klamath Falls

Klamath Falls Man Arrested After Car Chase

A Klamath Falls area man was arrested Sunday after attempting to elude the Oregon State Police in a stolen vehicle on Highway 97. The incident ended when the driver crashed and then attempted to flee on foot. 43-year old Aaren M. Broderick Jr. Was caught about 300 feet from the Volkswagen Jetta he was driving, and is now lodged in Klamath County Jail.

Klamath County Rural Doctor Shortage

By Steve Best Thu 28th July Mornings on theDove News health Klamath Falls

Klamath County needs more rural doctors - even with a local residency program training its graduates to work in small towns. Steve Best explains why...
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