The Clackamas County Circuit Court jury’s advisory ruling shot down all arguments for banning public access at Millennium Park Plaza, where Oswego Lake laps paved stones just off North State Street.

The lightning struck on what was an otherwise “super hot and sunny” day, though a storm cloud did pass over the area, a Lexington County spokesperson said.

A fire in a rangers station and damage from Hurricane Helene delayed Pine Island park’s opening on Lake Murray. Plus, Dominion changes its dam parking.

Lake Murray Public Park is scheduled to open for the 2025 season on April 9 and close on Labor Day. Hours will be 11 a.m.-8 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m.-8 p.m. weekends. Close Ad ...