A Banks man got more than he bargained for after winning a used car at auction.
Banks
‘Red Flag Warning’ warns of dangerous fire weather conditions
As families prepare to celebrate Independence Day with the traditional lighting of explosives, fire and weather agencies are warning of other explosive conditions: The potential for wildfires to ignite and spread fast Tuesday and Wednesday.
Library events promise reading, chalk art, and wine
Two library events are scheduled at Greenville Park on Wednesday and Thursday, and tickets to the Raise a Glass fundraiser are close to selling out.
Log truck loses load in Banks
A log truck suffered a mechanical issue—the rear log trailer appears to have come off—and ended up partially depositing a pile of logs into the roadway on Sunset Avenue at the Main Street intersection in Banks.
Truck driver fined $20,000 near Banks for unpermitted heavy load
A truck driver was handed a $20,256 fine Thursday morning at the scales on Highway 26 near the Highway 6 junction east of Banks for an unpermitted heavy load.
Banks May 2023 Police Log
Youths engaging in “nefarious activities,” speeding complaints, and more round out the May Banks police log.
Fundraiser set up for teen hospitalized after softball game in Banks
A Banks-area teen is fighting for her life in a Portland hospital after a family softball game in Banks led to an infection in her leg.
Braves win second baseball championship
The Banks Braves defeated the Cascade Christian Challengers 3-0 on Saturday, June 3 in Eugene, winning the OSAA/OnPoint Community Credit Union’s 3A baseball championship final.
TVF&R to ban burning starting Tuesday
With temperatures expected to hit the mid 90s Tuesday, Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue is banning outdoor burning, beginning Tuesday morning at 8 a.m.
Fire season looms: Fire agencies train, urge burn safety
Summer is (more or less) here, and area fire agencies are gearing up for the impending fire season. Find info on burning, fire safety, training, and more inside.