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Columbia County to institute burn ban
As the threat of wildfires increases, Columbia County is instituting a burn ban. Beginning at 12:01 a.m. June ...
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Business
Opinion: We must save Job Corps
U.S. Rep. Suzanne Bonamici writes: 'For those who have found their path to success through Job Corps and ...
News
St. Helens High School announces Robby Plowman as new principal
A familiar face is taking over at St. Helens High School. Among a slew of changes in the ...
Climate
Merkley warns of ‘tumultuous’ fire season amid federal cuts to wildfire support
Officials across Oregon say they will have enough firefighters on hand to battle expected wildfires this summer, but ...
Climate
U.S. Senate vote to nix California tailpipe emissions standard blocks 17 other states, including Oregon
The U.S. Senate voted early Thursday to prevent California from enforcing regulations on tailpipe emission from new cars ...
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Clatskanie teen’s artwork helps promote early literacy across Northwest Oregon
Grace Hadley, a sophomore at Clatskanie High School, was named the winner of the “Inspired to Read Art ...
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Summer road renovations to begin on Bennett Road in Columbia County
Columbia County Public Works will soon begin the 2025 pavement preservation season with a road widening and asphalt ...
Crime & Justice
He was pulled over for drunk driving in a county vehicle. He’s the sheriff of Umatilla County.
UMATILLA COUNTY — The Gilliam County Sheriff’s Office reported Umatilla County Sheriff Terry Rowan had a blood-alcohol level ...
Business
Craig Prins, appointed after bourbon scandal, plans to exit OLCC this summer
The head of Oregon’s commission overseeing liquor and marijuana plans to leave his position by July 1, he ...