Government

Where can I drop off my ballot in Columbia County?

Election Day is around the corner — do you know where to drop off your ballot in Columbia…

Business

Former OHSU Big Pharma critic picked by RFK Jr.

Five years ago, working in Portland, Dr. Vinay Prasad was throwing stones from the side of the road.…

Government

Kotek declares: ‘Fire season is here’ as Oregon gears up for dangerous summer

With the summer months approaching and wildfire risk already on the rise, Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek and state…

Government

New Scappoose wastewater plant upgrades will mean free fertilizer for community members

There’s one thing most Scappoose residents have in common: When they flush, it all goes to the same…

Business

Oregon shoe giants ask Trump to drop tariffs on imported shoes, ‘tens of thousands of jobs’ at stake

Some of Oregon’s largest companies, including Nike, Adidas and Columbia Sportswear, are asking Washington, D.C., for exemptions to…

Government

Columbia County gets general fund boost from U.S. timber revenue sharing

Columbia County will receive more than half a million dollars in timber revenue from the U.S. Bureau of…

Local News

Oregon Department of Justice asked to evaluate allegations against St. Helens mayor, former police chief

The Oregon Department of Justice is evaluating allegations of criminal activity by St. Helens Mayor Jennifer Massey and…

Government

Oregon Department of Justice asked to evaluate allegations against St. Helens mayor, former police chief

The Oregon Department of Justice is evaluating allegations of criminal activity by St. Helens Mayor Jennifer Massey and…

Lifestyles

Summer on your mind? Here’s how to keep your dog safe from deadly algae in Oregon.

There’s nothing like an Oregon summer, but taking a dive into the cool, refreshing waters of the state’s…

Public Safety

The Columbia County jail is facing imminent closure. Here’s how a tax levy could save it.

At the beginning of March, the Columbia County jail housed about 70 local offenders, including 16 booked for…