Russian vodka pulled from Oregon shelves

Russian vodka pulled from Oregon shelves

Today the Oregon Liquor & Cannabis Commission (OLCC) directed the operators of Oregon’s independently owned liquor stores to stop selling all Russian manufactured distilled spirits. The OLCC has sequestered the remaining supply of Russian spirits in its Portland warehouse.

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Commentary: Reopen Klamath County

Commentary: Reopen Klamath County

Commentary by, Ryan McNiven, Klamath Falls
The Citizens to Reopen Klamath County, formerly Klamath County Patriots, wanted to respond to the recent Herald and News article regarding our gathering at the fairgrounds. We realize there are questions about who we are, what we represent, and what our goals are. As responsible community partners, we wanted to take the opportunity to clarify these questions.

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93% Of businesses inspected are compliant with face covering standards

93% Of businesses inspected are compliant with face covering standards

SALEM, Ore — One month after announcing that state inspectors would be conducting weekend spot checks in bars, restaurants, breweries, tasting rooms, and other establishments that serve alcohol to enforce state face covering and physical distancing requirements, Governor Kate Brown today thanked Oregonians and the vast majority of business owners who have helped to slow the spread of COVID-19.

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Governor Kate Brown launches July 4th face covering enforcement statewide for restaurants, bars, and other businesses

Governor Kate Brown launches July 4th face covering enforcement statewide for restaurants, bars, and other businesses

SALEM, Ore. - In light of rising COVID-19 case counts over the month of June, including a record-high 375 cases yesterday, Governor Kate Brown today announced stepped up enforcement statewide on face covering, physical distancing, and occupancy standards in place for businesses. The effort, OSHA and the OLCC, will ensure restaurants, bars, and other businesses comply with COVID-related rules over the Fourth of July holiday weekend.

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