PORTLAND â As the numbers of people in the United States getting inoculated against the novel coronavirus that has shut down the planet for over a year dwindles, some states and businesses are turning to incentives to encourage people to get their shots.
In Oregon, vaccinated people over 18 could win between $10,000 and $1 million in a state lottery.
If not getting COVID-19 isnât reason enough for you to get your vaccination in Oregon, here are some standout deals that may entice you.
See any freebies we should add to the list? Email trending@oregonian.com.
Virgil Wells of Boring sells trees and turns them into bowls, back scratchers on other items
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Dustin and Rebecca Borstelman minister to their neighbors in Bannock County through phone calls and letter writing. | Photo and video courtesy Jehovah’s Witnesses’ public information
IDAHO FALLS – After a turbulent year, many churches have been forced to reduce their proselyting efforts and they’ve seen a drastic decrease in attendance due to COVID-19 and the shut down of in-person worship services.
But for one denomination, the pandemic has resulted in increased interest and a massive spike in attendance.
Keith Hildreth, a regional spokesman for the Jehovah’s Witnesses, tells EastIdahoNews.com they quit knocking on doors last March and shifted to writing letters, making phone calls and holding Bible studies and worship services virtually. In the process, there’s been a double-digit increase in many congregations nationwide.
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