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Col. Adam Gaudinski, the Commander of the 173d Fighter Wing at Kingsley Field in Klamath Falls, is set to be the keynote speaker for Klamath Community College’s commencement ceremonies on June 13, 2025. The Colonel oversees the U.S. Air Force’s exclusive F-15C pilot production program, which is dedicated to training the world’s top air superiority fighter pilots. In this capacity, he leads a team of over 1,100 personnel, including a 110-member active association from Luke Air Force Base, and is accountable for a total inventory of 23 and 26 primary assigned F-15 aircraft. Additionally, Col. Gaudinski serves as the Oregon Air National Guard State Partnership Program Air Lead and Senior Advisor for Vietnam and Bangladesh, where he is responsible for collaborative, multilateral initiatives in the INDOPACOM region. Col. Gaudinski graduated from the U.S. Air Force Academy in 2003, where he was a four-year Division 1 lacrosse scholar-athlete. He completed his undergraduate pilot training at Columbus Air Force Base in Mississippi in 2005 and was selected to return as a T-37 and T-6 instructor pilot for his initial assignment. The commencement ceremonies will commence at 6 p.m. Families are encouraged to utilize the parking lots located on the southern and western sections of the campus, entering from Highway 39. Handicapped parking will be provided.

The City of Chiloquin is thrilled to announce the return of vendors for the 4th Annual Chi-Town Family Festival, which will take place on Friday, June 27, from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM and Saturday, June 28, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM at the Chiloquin Rodeo & Event Grounds located on Highway 97. They cordially invite farmers, crafters, artists, food vendors, nonprofits, and local businesses to participate in this celebration of community and summer enjoyment at this complimentary, family-oriented event. The festival will feature live music, food, water slides, bounce houses, a bike rodeo, a mobile escape room, and a lively market and craft fair that highlights the talents and offerings of our region. Vendor booths measure 12’x12’, with setup commencing at noon on Friday and at 8:00 AM on Saturday. Further details and guidelines can be found at www.chi-townfamilyfestival.com. The deadline for vendor registration is Friday, June 13.

The school year is nearing its conclusion, and Oregon Tech is poised for a celebration! As the final day of the spring term approaches, students at Oregon Tech are gearing up to enjoy the Music Garden event, which is set to take place from 4 to 10 p.m. on Saturday at Cornett Field. This event exemplifies Oregon Tech’s dedication to promoting community involvement and offering students unforgettable experiences, and everyone is welcome to join. “We’re marking the end of the academic year and celebrating all the achievements of our students,” stated Shawni Cayetano-Ramos, the Director of Student Involvement and Belonging. In partnership with faculty and student organizations such as KTEC and the Campus Activities Board (CAB), the event will showcase live performances from bands including the Music Club, Noise Complaint, Sum People, Grupo de la R, and Unreal. Additional activities will feature bounce houses, a rock climbing wall, and a mechanical bull ride, along with various lawn games and attractions. Food trucks will be available, and a beer garden will cater to patrons aged 21 and older. Currently enrolled students at Oregon Tech can attend for free, with the first 100 students receiving a $15 meal voucher. General admission for the public is set at $10. All proceeds will be directed towards future student programs.

A 22-year-old individual from Utah sustained severe injuries after leaping from the summit of Abiqua Falls on May 18, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office. The individual had allegedly viewed online videos of others making similar jumps and decided to attempt the leap himself, as stated by a spokesperson for the sheriff’s office. The trailhead leading to the waterfall is located approximately 11 miles southeast of Scotts Mills. Social media platforms such as Instagram and YouTube are filled with footage of individuals jumping from the falls. Authorities received two text-to-911 messages at around 7:39 p.m. requesting assistance for an injured person who had jumped approximately 90 feet from the top of the falls, as reported by the sheriff’s office in a Facebook post last week. Rescue teams extracted the individual using an ATV and transported him to a LifeFlight helicopter, which then airlifted him to a trauma center.

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