HOST LEAD-IN: The Pacific Northwest is having one of those bummer ski seasons. There just hasn’t been a lot of snow. N-W-P-B’s Lauren Gallup tells us how ski areas are adjusting.

Citizenship oath ceremonies have been canceled for some in North Central Washington. N-W-P-B-’s Renee Diaz has more.

Now in its 15th year, the Vegan Chef Challenge is underway for the first time in Oregon. KLCC’s Brian Bull reports on Eugene’s participation.

Old growth forests with just modest exposure to fire are now most at risk for severe wildfires. That’s from scientists with Oregon State University and the USDA Forest Service. KLCC’s Brian Bull reports.

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This May voters will decide whether to increase resources for OSU Extension services. This week [last week] Lane County Commissioners unanimously agreed to send the issue to the ballot.

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This May voters will be asked to increase the levy that supports Oregon State University’s Lane County Extension services.

KLCC’s Rebecca Hansen-White reports the funds would help them expand their offerings.

Not a lead but this CC is about Seattle police asking Seahawks fans to not climb on things after this year's Super Bowl

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Springfield School Board Chair Heather Quaas-Annsa [cwoss-awn-sah] has resigned, citing board dysfunction and concern for her family’s safety.

KLCC’s Rebecca Hansen-White reports.

A Doberman pinscher ((PINCH-er)) named Penny was crowned “best in show” at the Westminster Dog Show this week. OPB's Erik Neumann talked with her trainer -- who lives in Clark County -- about what it was like.

Hundreds of students walked out of schools in the Seattle area today [Thursday], gathering at Seattle City Hall and calling for immigration enforcement officers to change their tactics.