Government

Columbia County implements furlough days to tackle funding shortages

Facing millions of dollars less in revenue for the next fiscal year, Columbia County plans to close county…

Lifestyle

The spectacle that is the St. Paul Rodeo

Action inside and outside the arena draws tens of thousands to the tiny town for first day of…

Government

Measure expanding foster youth rights passes Oregon Senate again, overriding Kotek veto

The bill’s author said she had never heard from the governor about the bill prior to her Tuesday…

Business

Oregon House introduces scaled-down transportation bill with days left in session

The latest proposal is unpopular with Republicans and some rank-and-file Democrats who said they’ve not had enough time…

Business

Lawmakers, Secretary of State back delaying 2024 Oregon campaign finance law from taking effect

An unremarkable, technical fix bill could be used to delay the state’s 2024 campaign finance law limiting contributions…

Business

Oregon lawmakers tuck $1 billion into late-session ‘Christmas tree’ spending bill

House Bill 5006 includes money for natural disasters, raises, museums and more Oregon lawmakers on Tuesday approved $1…

Government

St. Helens residents will pay more for these city services

The city of St. Helens has approved a new budget, and residents will see increased fees for city…

News

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…

Lifestyles

St. Helens Main Street Alliance receives state grant for downtown restoration

Downtown St. Helens will see some sprucing up thanks to a grant from the Oregon Heritage program. A…

Government

St. Helens mayor cites free speech in move to dismiss ex-chief’s lawsuit

In response to the former St. Helens police chief’s lawsuit against her, Mayor Jennifer Massey maintains that her…