The Lane County Sheriff's Office downgraded evacuation orders from level 2 "be set" to level 1 "be ready" on June 20 for residents near Mapleton due to the Rice Fire. A level 1 evacuation order means ...

Both highways 126 and 36 are closed at the junction in both directions, and Level 3 evacuations have been issued as firefighters battle the blaze Thursday. The fire, named the Rice Road Fire, is ...

Watch wedding party talk about seeing Rice Fire start in Mapleton The Rice Fire forced the closure of Highway 126 on the way to the Oregon Coast, but the locals make the best of the situation.

ASHLAND, Ohio — First responders were called to Mapleton High School in Ashland County on Friday after dozens of students became ill, leading to the evacuation of two buildings. "Several Mapleton ...

The Oregon Mycological Society’s Fall Mushroom Show is their signature annual event—showcasing an elaborate and educational display of wild mushrooms, expertly identified and labeled for the public.

MAPLETON, Iowa - Mike Hahn took a break from digging a trench Thursday morning to show off the children's train built by members of the Mapleton Volunteer Fire Department. Materials that make up the ...

The fire services of Mapleton, Minto and Wellington North have officially launched a new program with the purpose of providing a safer community. Community Connect is a free and secure platform, ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A wildfire in Lane County near Mapleton prompted Level 3 “Go Now” evacuations, the Lane County Sheriff’s Office announced on Thursday. The evacuation levels are for the areas ...