Oregon
Term Limits Defended in Wilsonville, Oregon – U.S. Term Limits
You may be one of the 40% of Americans who don’t vote (NBC news). Many constituents express that voting feels like a futile effort because their voice appears to be nothing more than a single drop in the ocean. On the contrary, that notion couldn’t be further from the truth. In Wilsonville, Oregon, the City Council introduced two resolutions to modify the charter that established term limits in 2020; thanks to the power of your vote, the charter remained favorable to the people of Wilsonville.
The first measure determined whether or not a two-term city councilor could serve two additional consecutive terms as mayor (ci.wilsonville.or.us). While the suggested addendum may not appear to be drastic, it would still inhibit the circulation of new people and ideas. In comparison to the three branches of government, the city council is tied to the functions of the legislative branch, while the mayor is associated with the executive branch. Therefore, this measure would allow a lateral move from the council to mayor and vice versa. Fortunately, 56.83% of voters were against the addendum, so it will not go into effect (results.oregonvotes.gov).
The second measure suggested an amendment to exempt the days of a councilor’s term if it were less than 365.25 days (ci.wilsonville.or.us). Constituents might make the mistake of assuming that one year is an insignificant amount of time, so taking an opposing stance is fatuous; however, if it were truly insignificant, why would it be introduced on the ballot? The explanation is simple: in one year, this individual can build a plethora of connections, an abundance of wealth, and begin to sow the seeds of their influence during this “year in the air.” Thankfully, this measure didn’t pass either- 52.89% of constituents voted against it (results.oregonvotes.gov).
Coincidentally, if either one of these measures had passed, Mayor Julie Fitzgerald would have been permitted to seek reelection for another four year term. While this fact was never denied, few realize that the former titles of those measures violated Oregon’s statutory standards for ballot titles. This is hardly surprising, considering that the proposed measures claimed to “refine mayoral term limits”, despite already being clearly defined in the charter. It is imperative that these parameters are clearly defined, because the manner in which things are presented greatly impact our perceptions, and alter subsequent decisions. For instance, if someone were to assert the notion that dihydrogen monoxide is a dangerous chemical compound, many would swiftly agree in a panic- not realizing that the colloquial name of the substance is water. Similarly, if one were to proclaim that we needed to “refine” term limits, it implies that it’s a broad concept that needs more regulation instead of what it really is: the Mayor’s attempt to make exceptions a rule.
It’s easy to believe that your vote is inconsequential to the final outcome of a ballot, but that doesn’t mean that’s the reality. 3,002 voters didn’t want councilors to serve an additional two terms as mayor, so they won’t. 3,319 constituents wanted a term that spanned 365.25 days or less to not be exempted when calculated, and now it will continue to (results.oregonvotes.gov). Voting is power, so it’s critical that we exercise this right- politicians will never reinforce this fact because inaction makes their acquisition of power infinitely easier.
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The beloved Cannon Beach Sandcastle Contest returns for a series of events from June 19 to June 21.
In 1964, this event was founded by four locals to lift community spirits after a tsunami washed out the Elk Creek Bridge. Now, the event draws thousands of tourists and is recognized as the first and oldest sandcastle contest in Oregon.
Registration for the contest is available online through the Cannon Beach events site.
To start off the weekend, contestants can pickup their competition materials from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on June 19.
The same day, Bill Rose will provide a live sandcastle demonstration on the beach off Second Street from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Then, the kickoff celebration will take place at Steidel Community Hall from 5 to 7:30 p.m.
Competition day starts 8:30 a.m. on June 20 when the beach opens for parking. During the time of the contest, parking is allowed in every public parking lot, on the beach and the sides of the street.
The contest will be on the beach west of Ocean Avenue near Madison Street.
The artists can begin crafting their masterpieces at 9 a.m. when the sandcastle building starts. Only natural materials native to the beach can be used.
Final judging takes place at 2 p.m. Judges are looking for team effort, enthusiasm, composition, detail, adherence to the rules and final appearance.
Spectators and competitors can celebrate from 7 to 10 p.m. with s’mores and music on the beach at the west end of Second Street. There is free admission for the party.
For those looking to get their steps in, the weekend wraps up with the Singing Sands 5K Fun Run at 9 a.m. June 21.
Registration for the run is on the beach at the Tolovana Wayside entrance at 8 a.m.
The Cannon Beach Chamber of Commerce and Information Center is available to answer any questions at 503-436-2623.
Makenzie Stamets is an outdoor intern at the Statesman Journal. She can be reached at mstamets@statesmanjournal.com or on X at @MakenzieStamets.
The Oregon Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at June 18, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Pick 4 numbers from June 18 drawing
1PM: 2-7-1-6
4PM: 4-7-3-2
7PM: 3-7-5-1
10PM: 2-1-7-7
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
When are the Oregon Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 7:59 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 7:59 p.m. on Tuesday and Friday.
- Pick 4: 1 p.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. daily.
- Win for Life: 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Megabucks: 7:29 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by an Oregon editor. You can send feedback using this form.
CORVALLIS, Ore. — A Benton County man has been sentenced to more than six years in prison after prosecutors say he held his brother at knifepoint inside their family home, a confrontation that ended with police shooting the wrong person as the victim tried to escape, the Benton County District Attorney’s office said in a media release.
On Thursday, June 18, John Dakota Lyon pleaded guilty to Attempted Kidnapping in the Second Degree, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, and Coercion, according to a news release from the Benton County District Attorney. He was sentenced to a total of 77 months in prison and two years of post-prison supervision.
The case stems from the morning of Jan. 6, when Maverick Lyon was home visiting his parents during winter break from college. Prosecutors said Dakota Lyon, his brother, was living at the home after recently being released from the Department of Corrections.
In February 2023, Dakota Lyon was sentenced to 58 months in prison for convictions of Attempted Assault in the First Degree and Unlawful Use of a Weapon, the release said.
On Jan. 6, prosecutors said Dakota Lyon accused Maverick Lyon of conspiring with their father to do harm to him. Dakota Lyon armed himself with a large kitchen knife and, while holding onto Maverick Lyon’s shirt, pulled him throughout the house, implying he would harm him with the knife, according to the district attorney’s office. Despite Maverick Lyon’s pleadings, prosecutors said Dakota Lyon refused to release him or put the knife down.
Prosecutors said Maverick Lyon convinced Dakota Lyon to allow him to grab his own kitchen knife under the guise that they would leave the residence to confront their father together. Their father, who saw and heard what was happening through a surveillance system set up at the home, called 911 to report the crime, the release said.
Multiple Albany Police Department officers arrived and were able to see two men through a back door window, including one with a knife, according to the district attorney’s office. After a brief conversation between officers and the men, prosecutors said Maverick Lyon broke free and rushed out the back door.
The district attorney’s office said Maverick Lyon still had a knife in his hand as he began to break the plane of the door, and officers were standing near the door. Prosecutors said Maverick Lyon began dropping the knife, but officers, fearing for their lives and the lives of other officers, fired their weapons. Maverick Lyon was struck several times.
An earlier Officer Involve Shooting review by the Benton County District Attorney’s Office found the officers’ use of force was justified, the release said.
Officers rendered first aid, and while being treated, Maverick Lyon said, “You shot the wrong guy,” according to the district attorney’s office.
Dakota Lyon was taken into custody without further incident, and the knife he was believed to have been possessing was located near him, prosecutors said. He has been in custody since Jan. 6.
After surgery and a lengthy recovery period, Maverick Lyon “appears to be doing well,” the release said.
The district attorney’s office said methamphetamine may have played a role in Dakota Lyon’s actions. A urine sample taken from him that day tested positive for methamphetamine, and he was known to use methamphetamine in the past and was believed by those close to him to have recently begun using methamphetamine again, according to the release.
“The tragic shooting was a direct result of Dakota Lyon’s actions. As Dakota marched Maverick around the house at knife point, Maverick feared for his life and wanted nothing more but to escape his drug crazed older brother. But for Dakota’s actions, police would not have been called, Maverick would not be a victim of kidnapping, unlawful use of a weapon, and coercion, and the police would not have shot Maverick,” Chief DDA Amie Matusko, who prosecuted the case, said in the release.
At sentencing, Dakota Lyon’s attorney, Christian Strahl, acknowledged Dakota Lyon’s responsibility in Maverick Lyon’s shooting, the release said. Strahl indicated the remorse Dakota Lyon felt, saying Dakota Lyon wished he could have taken the bullets instead of Maverick, according to prosecutors.
“While this sentiment is appreciated, true accountability would be remorse in having raised a knife towards his brother and regret that the lives of Maverick and the family are forever changed,” Matusko said.
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