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The Itemizer-Observer's E-Edition for 11-11-26
The Itemizer-Observer has published its November 11, 2026, e-edition. Subscribers can view it online or download it, and the newspaper also provides access to its e-edition archive. The publication notes that the…
Galusha runs for five TDs, sends Dallas into Silverton rematch
Dallas senior Aidan Galusha rushed for 317 yards and five touchdowns in the Dragons’ 52-26 win over Milwaukie in the first round of Oregon’s state football playoffs on Friday. Dallas relied entirely on its ground game…
Pirates rout Warriors, await Sherman in playoff opener
The Perrydale Pirates secured their second consecutive district football championship after defeating the North Douglas Warriors 52-12. Despite an early 6-0 deficit, the Pirates dominated the remainder of the game with…
Dragons on the road in state playoff opener despite strong finish
The Dallas High School Dragons football team will play their state playoff opener on the road in Milwaukie this Friday. Despite finishing the regular season with a strong 47-0 win and sharing a conference championship…
Women’s Club donates books to community organizations
The GFWC Polk County Service Club has donated 400 books and stuffed animals to two local organizations, the Dallas Sable House and Salem’s Liberty House. The items were collected from libraries and community sales to…
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Sheriff’s office seeks donations for Shop with a Sheriff event
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is seeking community donations to fund its annual Shop with a Sheriff program. The initiative supports over 100 local students identified as low-income by providing them with holiday…
Sides taken on future of ambulance service plan
The SW Polk Fire District is considering withdrawing from the Polk County Ambulance Service Area (ASA) Plan due to ongoing financial disputes. Fire Chief Fred Hertel claims the district is forced to subsidize an…
Red Cross offers Amazon gift cards to blood, platelet donors
The American Red Cross is encouraging blood and platelet donations to maintain supply levels ahead of the holiday season. Donors who give blood through November 22 will receive a $10 Amazon gift card and 500 bonus…