WASHINGTON (AP) — Led by a rise in business investment, the U.S. economy grew at an annual pace of 3.3 percent from July through September, its fastest rate in three years. The Commerce Department estimated Wednesday that third-quarter growth exceeded the 3 percent annual expansion for the period that it had initially reported last month. […]

This article was in Sunday’s (December 3rd, 2017) Herald and News Written By: Sean Bassinger, H&N Staff Reporter  Klamath County has wrapped up its own part in bringing a Holiday Market to downtown Klamath Falls. Transfer of ownership was finalized 10 a.m. Friday as the Klamath County board of commissioners signed the store over to […]

This article was in Friday’s (December 1st, 2017) Herald and News Written By: Stephen Floyd, H&N Staff Reporter Klamath County expects to receive roughly $32,608 from a $1.4 million federal payout to O&C Lands Act counties. The funding, from revenue generated by timber harvests on federal land, was withheld in 2016 from annual payouts to […]

This article was in Friday’s (December 1st, 2017) Herald and News Written By: Sean Bassinger, H&N Staff Reporter Travel Oregon plans to wrap up its Rural Tourism Studio series with two upcoming workshops in downtown Klamath Falls. The workshops start at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5 and Wednesday, Dec. 6 at the 9th Street Venue […]

This article was in Thursday’s (November 30th) Herald and News Written By: Sean Bassinger, H&N Staff Reporter Showing up to work tired could be just as bad as showing up to work after two martinis. “It has such an immediate impact on productivity,” said Dr. Dexter Shurney, who is an expert on workplace health and […]

This article was in Thursday’s (November 30th, 2017) Herald and News Written By: Stephen Floyd, H&N Staff Reporter  Klamath County Commissioners have approved $178,425 to purchase four new Sheriff’s Office patrol vehicles to replace unsafe and inoperable patrol cars. The county plans to purchase Dodge Durangos from Salem-based Withnell Dodge for $120,304, with another $58,121 […]

This article was in Monday’s (November 27th, 2017) Herald and News Written By: Sean Bassinger, H&N Staff Reporter Security equipment at Crater Lake-Klamath Regional Airport will stay put as efforts to reclaim commercial air services continue. Several Oregon lawmakers announced Monday that Transportation Security Administration (TSA) screening equipment would remain at the local airport for […]

This article was in Sunday’s (November 26th, 2017) Herald and News Written By: Stephen Floyd, H&N Staff Reporter Small Business Saturday was big hit in Downtown Klamath Falls, with many thanks going to the Klamath Falls Downtown Association. Shop owners credited the association with heavily promoting the event and setting an example for the types […]

This article was in Friday’s (November 24th, 2017) Herald and News Written By: Sean Bassinger, H&N Staff Reporter  Park-to-park trail connections, increased hours and expanded facilities were just three suggestions outlined at a Klamath Falls city council work session on city parks Monday evening. At least 20 people, including city staff and councilors, talked about […]

This article was in Wednesday’s (November 22nd, 2017) Herald and News Written By: Holly Dillemuth, H&N Staff Reporter  A layoff, or need for a job or career change can be scary or disruptive for an individual, but Klamath Community College Workforce Development Director Charles “Chip” Massie said it can also provide individuals a unique opportunity. […]