AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoOregon Politics: State Rep. Greg Smith keeps influence after ethics findings, but House Speaker Julie Fahey removed him as co-chair of a budget subcommittee tied to the Oregon Government Ethics Commission’s ruling over improper pay and conflict-of-interest issues. Outdoor & Community: A Portland-area hiker was found safe after 10 days lost in Chelan County wilderness, ending a massive search. Wildlife & Environment: A new study says Snake River hatcheries can’t reliably hit chinook goals without major survival improvements through the hydropower system and ocean journey. Arts & Film: Southern Oregon University’s digital cinema program made MovieMaker Magazine’s top 30 film schools list for a third straight year. Local Giving: Grants Pass’ Women’s Crisis Support Team is collecting clothing donations through Oct. 7 to fund its domestic violence and sexual assault work. Entertainment Industry: Paramount fired back at Mark Ruffalo over claims tied to the Paramount-Warner Bros merger, calling out “antisemitic tropes.” Sports (Oregon angle): Oregon’s Dante Moore returns with a deep, continuity-heavy roster as the Ducks enter the 2026 season as a serious title contender.
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