Dec 05 2024 2 mins
Oregon has seen a mix of significant developments across various sectors in recent days. A tragic incident occurred in Southeast Portland, where a pedestrian was killed in a crash on December 4, 2024, highlighting ongoing public safety concerns[1].
In the realm of education, Oregon State University (OSU) has achieved a remarkable milestone with 28 consecutive years of fall-over-fall enrollment growth, making it the largest university in the state for the 11th consecutive year. This growth is driven by a 6.6% increase in online Ecampus enrollment and a 3.3% increase on the Corvallis campus[2].
On the economic front, Wells Fargo announced plans to trim its Oregon workforce by 700 next year, impacting hundreds in Salem, Hillsboro, and Portland due to office closures[4]. This move underscores the challenges facing the state's employment landscape.
In local government news, Ashland's December newsletter highlights Mayor Tonya Graham's address at the 2024 Town Hall, emphasizing community engagement and staying connected[3]. Meanwhile, the Greater Idaho movement is seeking support from President-elect Trump and the new administration for border-move talks, a development that could have significant implications for Oregon's borders[5].
In environmental news, OSU researchers have made significant strides in developing greener lithium-ion batteries by using iron instead of cobalt and nickel, which could lead to safer, more sustainable, and cost-effective batteries[2]. Additionally, a study by OSU researchers has provided new insights into how much water is stored in snowpacks, revealing a 22% drop in water held annually in the mountain snowpacks of the lower 48 states[2].
Looking Ahead: As Oregon moves into the new year, the state will be closely watching the impact of Wells Fargo's workforce reduction and the potential implications of the Greater Idaho movement. Additionally, ongoing research at OSU on sustainable technologies and environmental monitoring will continue to be crucial in addressing climate variability and resource management challenges.
In the realm of education, Oregon State University (OSU) has achieved a remarkable milestone with 28 consecutive years of fall-over-fall enrollment growth, making it the largest university in the state for the 11th consecutive year. This growth is driven by a 6.6% increase in online Ecampus enrollment and a 3.3% increase on the Corvallis campus[2].
On the economic front, Wells Fargo announced plans to trim its Oregon workforce by 700 next year, impacting hundreds in Salem, Hillsboro, and Portland due to office closures[4]. This move underscores the challenges facing the state's employment landscape.
In local government news, Ashland's December newsletter highlights Mayor Tonya Graham's address at the 2024 Town Hall, emphasizing community engagement and staying connected[3]. Meanwhile, the Greater Idaho movement is seeking support from President-elect Trump and the new administration for border-move talks, a development that could have significant implications for Oregon's borders[5].
In environmental news, OSU researchers have made significant strides in developing greener lithium-ion batteries by using iron instead of cobalt and nickel, which could lead to safer, more sustainable, and cost-effective batteries[2]. Additionally, a study by OSU researchers has provided new insights into how much water is stored in snowpacks, revealing a 22% drop in water held annually in the mountain snowpacks of the lower 48 states[2].
Looking Ahead: As Oregon moves into the new year, the state will be closely watching the impact of Wells Fargo's workforce reduction and the potential implications of the Greater Idaho movement. Additionally, ongoing research at OSU on sustainable technologies and environmental monitoring will continue to be crucial in addressing climate variability and resource management challenges.