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Interstate Bridge program names a new leader

Plus, Sophia Wilson is up for NWSL MVP, and bird flu is rising in Willamette Valley geese.

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Ron Paananen will take over the Interstate Bridge replacement program on Dec. 2

$14.4 billionapproximate cost of the Interstate Bridge replacement project

The 5-mile project includes extending light rail into Vancouver.

Source: Daily Journal of Commerce

If you cross the Interstate Bridge, the project to replace it is getting a new boss. Ron Paananen, a former Washington state transportation official, will take over as program administrator on Dec. 2, the team announced Monday. Carley Francis, interim administrator since January, stays on as director of program development.

KXL reports Paananen has held leadership roles on megaprograms for 21 years, including the Alaskan Way Viaduct replacement in Seattle. “Ron has led some of the most complex infrastructure work in the country,” Washington Transportation Secretary Julie Meredith said. Next up is hiring a contractor.

  • Before: HDR in Bellevue since 2017; nearly 10 years at WSDOT
  • Sole bid this fall: Kiewit-led venture, $3.3 billion to $3.9 billion
  • Kiewit has faced scrutiny over I-205 Abernethy Bridge, Oregon City

Paananen starts Dec. 2, and construction is anticipated in 2028

  1. Nov. 23The request for proposals for a contractor is expected to be published.
  2. Dec. 2Ron Paananen takes over as program administrator.
  3. 2027The contract is anticipated to be awarded.
  4. 2028Construction is anticipated to begin.

Sources: Daily Journal of Commerce, FM News 101 KXL

Thorns

Thorns star Sophia Wilson is one of five finalists for NWSL MVP

If you cheered for the Thorns this year, here's a bright spot after Sunday's exit. Sophia Wilson was named a finalist for NWSL MVP on Monday, a day after Portland's 4-1 loss to Washington ended its playoff run. She's up against Kansas City's Temwa Chawinga, Washington's Trinity Rodman, North Carolina's Ashley Sanchez and Denver's Janine Sonis.

Players' opinions carry the biggest share of the NWSL MVP vote

Source: OregonLive.com

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AmountShare
Players40%40%
Coaching staffs and front offices25%25%
Media members25%25%
Fans10%10%

Wilson, back this season from maternity leave, scored 15 goals and added 5 assists. She won MVP in 2022 and is an unrestricted free agent. Want a say? Fan voting closes at 5 p.m. PT on Wed., Nov. 11.

  • Finalist in four of the past five seasons
  • Chawinga has won MVP each of the past two seasons
  • Sanchez led the league with 20 goals

Fan voting ends Nov. 11, and the MVP is announced Nov. 18

  1. Nov. 8The Thorns lose 4-1 to Washington and are eliminated from the playoffs.
  2. Nov. 9The names five MVP finalists.
  3. Nov. 11Fan voting ends at 5 p.m. PT.
  4. Nov. 18The NWSL announces the 2026 MVP winner at its awards ceremony.

Sources: OregonLive.com, KPTV

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Bird flu

If you spot sick or dead ducks or geese, keep your distance. The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife says reports of highly pathogenic avian influenza are increasing among migrating birds, mostly in the Willamette Valley, with the appearing hardest hit. We suggest keeping pets away and skipping wildlife rehab drop-offs, since there's no effective treatment for infected birds. To toss a dead bird, wear disposable gloves and a mask and double-bag it, and KPTV says the CDC reports the risk to people is low. KTVZNewsWatch 12 KDRVkptv.comKOIN.com

Concerts

Fall Out Boy will close out the North American leg of its "Twilight of the Punks" stadium tour at Providence Park next summer. The tour starts in Europe in May 2027, with the North American leg beginning in July. Rolling Stone calls it the band's biggest headlining tour yet, announced alongside a new single, "Aces." OregonLive.comRolling Stone

Two big shows are headed to Portland stages

ShowWhenWhere
Jinkx & DeLa Holiday ShowDec. 17Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall
Fall Out BoySummer 2027Providence Park

Sources: OregonLive.com, KOIN.com

Holiday show

"The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show" returns to the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall on Dec. 17. This year's theme digs into the threat of corporate greed, and DeLa's new book carries the holiday story to its pages. KOIN.com

Bike bus

Jessica Fletcher has spent more than five years building a community biking and walking program at James John Elementary, a Title I school in North Portland, where about eight kids join the group every day. Dozens more join a weekly "bike bus" and a monthly "walk and roll." Portland Mercury

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State parks

If you drive to Oregon's state parks, parking permits are changing. Starting Jan. 1, physical annual parking permits will only be available online and will cost $10 more, while digital permits stay $60 for Oregon residents and $75 for non-residents. Campsite and other reservation fees will also see some increases in May. The parks department logged 2.2 million camping nights and closed a $14 million funding gap for 2025-2027. KTVZNews Radio 1190 KEX

Oregon State Parks logged 2.2 million camping nights and closed a $14 million gap

2.2 million
camping nights logged at state parks this year
$14 million
funding gap closed for 2025-2027
$60
for a digital parking permit for Oregon residents
$75
for a digital parking permit for non-residents

Sources: News Radio 1190 KEX, KTVZ

Ducks

Oregon senior Teitum Tuioti is out for the season with a knee injury he suffered in the Ducks' 41-28 win over Ohio State, coach Dan Lanning announced Monday. KPTV says he had 5.5 sacks this season, second most on the team, and will soon have surgery. “Teitum has been unbelievable for us this year, and every year he’s been here,” Lanning said. OregonLive.comkptv.com

Grants

Oregon Community Foundation awarded more than $5.3 million to 259 nonprofits in all 36 counties through its Community Grants program. Sixty-seven volunteer reviewers helped evaluate applications. KDRV

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Somewhere in the Columbia Gorge Model Railroad Historical Society's fall show, a tiny loaf of bread spins atop a tiny Franz Bakery. The Portland Mercury lists the show among its top events for Nov. 9-15.

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Interstate Bridge program names a new leader

Plus, Sophia Wilson is up for NWSL MVP, and bird flu is rising in Willamette Valley geese.

The TLDR

  1. Ron Paananen will lead the Interstate Bridge program Dec. 2
  2. Thorns' Sophia Wilson is an NWSL MVP finalist
  3. Bird flu reports are rising in Willamette Valley geese
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