Casino Has Quarter-Million Dollar Winner
Three Rivers Casino Resort is celebrating what may be the largest table games jackpot ever won in Oregon history after guest Janice hit the BSX Triple Diamond Progressive Jackpot for $253,853.30 during a game of Three Card Poker. The Sandy, Oregon woman won the jackpot after placing a $5 side wager and hitting the bonus on only her second hand at the table. Just hours later, her husband Karl added to the excitement by winning the BSX Double Diamond Jackpot for another $10,904 during the couple’s 18th wedding anniversary trip. Casino officials called the back-to-back wins a historic moment for gaming in Oregon. Marketing Director Rich Colton says the energy on the casino floor was unforgettable as guests and staff celebrated the rare payouts. The couple says they plan to use the winnings for future cruises and vacations together.
Fire Concerns
The Oregon Department of Emergency Management is urging residents to prepare now for what could be one of the driest wildfire seasons in more than a decade. Officials say counties across the state are already declaring drought emergencies, raising concerns about dangerous fire conditions. OEM recommends residents pack emergency go-bags, plan evacuation routes, sign up for alerts at ORAlert.gov, and understand Oregon’s three evacuation levels: “Be Ready, Be Set, and Go Now.” Officials also encourage families to prepare backup communication plans in case cell service is disrupted during a wildfire. More preparedness information is available at wildfire.oregon.gov.
Juneteenth Celebrations
On Tuesday, June 16th at 6 p.m., the Bromley Room will host a screening of the award-winning documentary “Juneteenth: Faith and Freedom,” followed by a discussion led by Jayden Ruff of the South Coast Health Equity Coalition. Organizers are also inviting attendees to bring finger foods to share. Then on Friday, June 19th from noon to 3 p.m., a Juneteenth Community Celebration will be held at Woahink Lake near the picnic shelter. The family-friendly event will include music, speakers, food, and activities, with Eugene City Councilor Greg Evans serving as keynote speaker. Local nonprofits and community groups will also participate.
