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Throughout our Wildfire Wednesday series, we have explored the various actions that individual Oregonians and communities can take to be more wildfire prepared and to reduce the risk of wildfire occurring in their own community. Today, you get to see a concrete example taking place in Central Oregon.

1000 Friends of Oregon recently earned another legal victory—one that helps to ensure that the future growth of Oregon's communities will be based on up-to-date information and a fair public process.

This is an historic season for wildfires, and it’s not over yet. It’s time to take real steps to long-term protection for Oregon's communities, economy, and environment.

For the second time, LUBA remanded an application in Yamhill County for a conditional use permit to operate a bed and breakfast facility as a home occupation in a farm dwelling on exclusive farm use zoned land.

Thanks to FreeWill’s easy-to-use tools, I was able to stay focused on what I value and breeze through the paperwork necessary to make my vision a reality. In total, this process took only 20 minutes. Here’s how you can build your legacy, too.

Each wildfire season, wildfire smoke impacts communities throughout Oregon for days and weeks at a time each. The frequency and unpredictability of wildfire smoke means agencies and communities need to be prepared to respond quickly to smoke impacts.

Yachats Planning Commissioners heard from residents about proposed zoning changes—which would open up possibilities for more small, affordable homes.

This Wildfire Wednesday, we’ll get right to the point: Oregonians are facing severe wildfires of historic proportions. In true Oregon spirit, let’s show up for our neighbors at this critical time.

Your gift helps us show up for Oregon’s communities, landscapes, and future—and through August 31, your impact can double.

It can feel overwhelming to think about the impacts that wildfire has on communities and the state and local economies. But the good news is that we have the information, structures, and Oregon know-how to create a more resilient and prosperous future for all Oregonians—especially if we work together.