PORTLAND, Oregon, June 8 (TNSbook) -- The American College of Healthcare Sciences issued the following news release: * * * Latest Edition of AROMA 101 Aromatherapy Textbook Reviews Current Published Essential Oil Research * * * ACHS.edu's Founding President and renowned aromatherapy and herbal expert, Dorene Petersen, has released a comprehensive guide to aromatherapy, Introduction to Aromatherapy - Aroma 101. This book offers readers a chance to explore the benefits of aromatherapy and the   more

EUGENE, Oregon, June 9 (TNSgov) -- Lane Community College issued the following news release: The Lane Community College (LCC) Board of Education is actively engaging with Lane County's state legislative delegation and legislative leadership, cautioning about serious financial consequences should state leaders fail to pass budgets before the current session is constitutionally required to adjourn on June 25. This appeal followed the Board's approval Wednesday evening of the institution's 2023-24  more

EUGENE, Oregon, June 2 (TNSper) -- Lane Community College issued the following news release: Lane Community College is pleased to announce the appointment of Sue Fahey, CPA, as Interim Vice President of Finance and Operations. A seasoned professional with three decades of experience, Fahey's deep roots in community service, combined with her profound expertise in strategic financial management, position her as a dynamic leader for Lane's financial operations. Fahey's exceptional track record s  more

SALEM, Oregon, June 6 -- Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum issued the following news release: Representing the Oregon Public Employees Retirement Fund (OPERF), Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum has begun an investigation into a potential stockholder derivative action against the board of directors of Fox Corporation, the corporate parent of Fox News, for breach of fiduciary duty. The Oregon Public Employees Retirement Fund is a Fox investor. "Treasurer Read and I believe that Fox's board   more

SALEM, Oregon, June 10 -- Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum issued the following news release on June 9, 2023: Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum today announced the final acceptance of $17.3 billion in opioid agreements by drug makers Teva and Allergan and pharmacies CVS and Walgreens. Oregon is anticipated to receive nearly $219.4 million over the next 15 years, with funds starting to arrive to state and local governments by the end of 2023. The Oregon Health Authority now estimates that  more

SALEM, Oregon, June 8 (TNSper) -- Gov. Tina Kotek, D-Oregon, issued the following news on June 7, 2023: Governor Tina Kotek announced today that she will appoint Matthew Muenchrath to the Coos County Circuit Court. Mr. Muenchrath will fill the vacancy created by the prior appointment of Judge Megan Jacquot to the Oregon Court of Appeals. The appointment is effective immediately. "Matthew Muenchrath's experience both as an attorney and a municipal judge, combined with his commitment to serving   more

SALEM, Oregon, June 10 -- The Oregon State Legislature issued the following news release on June 8, 2023: Today, the Oregon House of Representatives passed HB 2994B, a bill that extends coverage of hearing aids, cochlear implants, and assistive listening devices to children. "I am so proud to have championed HB 2994B this session alongside my colleagues and a broad coalition of parents, advocates, and providers," said Representative Hai Pham (D-South Hillsboro & West Beaverton), the bill's chi  more

SALEM, Oregon, June 9 -- The Oregon State Legislature issued the following news release on June 8, 2023: Senate Democrats are doing their jobs for the people of Oregon. All 17 members showed up to the Senate floor today, ready to vote on critical legislation. Today, in the Joint Committee on Tax Expenditures, Senate Democrats are working with their colleagues to move bills forward that will: * Provide breathing room for Oregon families with a $75 million child tax credit (HB 3235) * Grow Ore  more

SALEM, Oregon, June 8 -- The Oregon State Legislature issued the following news release on June 7, 2023: Today, the House passed House Bill 5015 in a bipartisan vote, sending the historic $10.2 billion investment in the State School Fund (SSF) to the Senate. When paired with local property tax revenues, the total formula resources for K-12 schools for the 2023-2025 biennium will reach $15.3 billion. "With these investments, Oregon families can be sure their children have the tools they need to  more

SALEM, Oregon, June 6 -- The Oregon State Legislature issued the following news release on June 5, 2023: Today, Senator Chris Gorsek officially returned to the floor of the Oregon Senate. Senator Gorsek underwent major surgery at the end of March and has been working remotely during his recovery. "First and foremost, I want to say thank you to my incredible medical providers and my wonderful family. Words cannot express how grateful I am for them - they are the reason I am able to be here toda  more

CORVALLIS, Oregon, June 7 (TNSpar) -- Oregon State University issued the following university news on June 6, 2023: Federal government employees have access to more affordable learning opportunities online and enhanced career advancement pathways, thanks to a new agreement announced today between Oregon State University and the U.S. Office of Personnel Management. By joining the Federal Academic Alliance, Oregon State will provide reduced tuition scholarships to eligible U.S. government worker  more

ASHLAND, Oregon, June 6 (TNSfund) -- Southern Oregon University issued the following news release: Southern Oregon University continues to leverage state and federal support for renewable energy projects, with the Oregon Department of Energy announcing last week that the university will be awarded a $1 million grant for the second straight year to build solar arrays on campus. SOU also received a $2 million congressional appropriation in December to help pay for its bid to become the nation's f  more