Deputies cited the driver of a Nissan Xterra for reckless driving after residents in Arbor Village called police, estimating the vehicle to have hit 60 mph in a 25 mph residential zone.
The Oregon Department of Transportation said a wildfire had resulted in the closure of Highway 26 at the Highway 6 junction north of Banks. It's believed two fires were sparked in the area from downed power lines and a farm vehicle mishap.
Hosted by the city of Banks' Park, Recreation and Tree Board, the event will feature live music, food trucks, a cornhole event, a sidewalk chalk art contest and more.
With about three months to go before the general election and the filing window open until August 21, two candidates are confirmed to be running for mayor in Banks.
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Join local public safety and government agencies, and enjoy free hot dogs and drinks courtesy of Jim's Market at Sunset Speedway for the annual National Night Out event held Tuesday, August 6 starting at 6 p.m.
Would-be adult adventurers can strap on their (imaginary) sword, grab a handful of dice and prepare for a fight at the Banks Public Library. For the first time, the library is offering an introductory Dungeons & Dragons campaign geared toward adults, with two open slots available
Planes were grounded, hospitals cancelled surgeries, Starbucks mobile ordering was hit, and the city of Banks lost phone service: A global tech outage hit everyone on Friday.
Local Joy Coffee & Wine opened for business in Banks in June, bringing to life owners Josh and Christina Shroyer's vision of a 'third place' in downtown Banks for the morning coffee crowd, and the evening customer who wants to linger over a glass of local wine, too.
The next CPO 14 meeting will be held Thursday, July 11 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Jane Moore Community Room at the Banks Public Library. See the full agenda inside.
