Polk County Itemizer-Observer

11/15/2025

What a magical night in Dallas! This year’s Glow Run lit up the town once again, and we could not be more grateful. With 725 runners, walkers, strollers, and not to mention over 100 glow-covered volunteers, our community came together in the best wa…

What a magical night in Dallas! This year’s Glow Run lit up the town once again, and we could not be more grateful. With 725 runners, walkers, strollers, and not

11/15/2025

Every year, universities nationwide celebrate First-Generation Student Day on Nov. 8. Once again, Western Oregon University is dedicating an entire week of workshops and activities to highlight the experiences of first-generation students and celebr…

Every year, universities nationwide celebrate First-Generation Student Day on Nov. 8. Once again, Western Oregon University is dedicating an entire week of workshops and activities to highlight the experiences of

11/14/2025

Dallas High School will host a Professional Trades Program Information Night from 5-6 p.m. Nov. 20 in the school library. The event is open to all senior students across Polk County and their families, offering an opportunity to learn about a free, …

Dallas High School will host a Professional Trades Program Information Night from 5-6 p.m. Nov. 20 in the school library. The event is open to all senior students across Polk

11/14/2025

Four Polk County organizations were among 355 to receive grant awards totaling $ 1,759,580 through the Oregon Arts Commission’s Sustaining Arts Program for fiscal year 2026.

11/14/2025

Trapping for Mediterranean oak borer (MOB) this summer showed this new pest from Europe, North Africa and western Asia is now present across the northern Willamette Valley in at least six counties – Polk, Clackamas, Marion, Multnomah, Washington and…

Trapping for Mediterranean oak borer (MOB) this summer showed this new pest from Europe, North Africa and western Asia is now present across the northern Willamette Valley in at least

11/13/2025

Drive through Willamina the second weekend of November and visitors would likely find a surprising number of creative artisans residing in and around the small rural town. Many, whether individually or as members of groups and organizations, meet th…

Drive through Willamina the second weekend of November and visitors would likely find a surprising number of creative artisans residing in and around the small rural town. Many, whether individually

11/13/2025

I-O Staff Report

11/12/2025

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11/12/2025

The Southwest Polk Fire District’s initial reactions to the recent levy election results are ones of understanding and concern. We hear and respect the public’s voice as a clear message against increasing taxes. As a District, we recognize the need …

The Southwest Polk Fire District’s initial reactions to the recent levy election results are ones of understanding and concern. We hear and respect the public’s voice as a clear message

11/12/2025

Wednesday, Nov. 12

11/12/2025

Gentle House Holiday Bazaar moves to new location

11/12/2025

A young Pirates football team showed maturity when it mattered. And the result? A 22-20 win over Powder Valley in the opening round of the state 1A eight-man playoffs on Friday at McMinnville High School.

A young Pirates football team showed maturity when it mattered. And the result? A 22-20 win over Powder Valley in the opening round of the state 1A eight-man playoffs on