Spring Home and Garden 2021
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Apr 09, 2021
South County Spotlight - News
Columbia Humane Society serves pet lovers despite pandemic
The St. Helens shelter placed 174 animals last year and is the only adoption agency in Columbia County.
Columbia County Spotlight
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PCC announces retirement of Mark Mitsui, Sylvia Kelley
South County Spotlight - NewsMitsui, the president of Portland Community College, will retire after the 2021-22 school year. -
Firearm ordinance heads to court
South County Spotlight - NewsCounty asks judge to review legality of ordinance blocking enforcement of most firearms laws -
Cities, counties must reassess rules against camping, loitering
South County Spotlight - NewsOregon House bill is intended to comply with 2018 federal appeals court decision against blanket bans. -
Oregon legislative logjam lifted in redistricting compromise
South County Spotlight - NewsMinority Republicans get a voice on redrawing districts; majority Democrats can proceed with more than 80… -
Escaped inmate recaptured on Sauvie Island
South County Spotlight - NewsOregon State Police say Jedaiah Lunn is a suspect in an assault and carjacking Wednesday in the Gales Creek… -
Columbia Century ride scheduled for June 12
South County Spotlight - NewsLast year's 111-mile ride was postponed due to COVID-19 and then cancelled due to wildfires -
Student at Scappoose Middle School tests positive for COVID-19
South County Spotlight - NewsClose contacts have been notified and must quarantine for 14 days, superintendent said -
UPDATE: Burning prohibited in Columbia County
South County Spotlight - NewsConditions are unusually warm and dry for this time of year, at least into next week. -
Grant Watts Elementary in Scappoose to welcome new principal
South County Spotlight - NewsBianca Sapp, who takes over in July, will be relocating north from New Mexico. -
Oregon Senate extends grace period for past-due rents
South County Spotlight - NewsBill anticipates millions in state and federal aid for renters, landlords by new deadline of Feb. 28, 2022. -
Lake Oswego officer lands in St. Helens after investigation
South County Spotlight - NewsDouglas Treat retired from LOPD last year during an investigation into inappropriate comments while on duty. -
Sandy mayor announces consideration of 2022 gubernatorial…
South County Spotlight - NewsStan Pulliam forms exploratory committee with focus on viability of run for governor -
State budget hearings start. Here's how to participate
South County Spotlight - NewsTestimony will be taken online and in writing during Joint Ways & Means Committee sessions. -
Multiple-vehicle fire contained in rural Multnomah County
South County Spotlight - NewsThe fire was reported in the 19000 block of Northwest Skyline Boulevard, northwest of Portland. -
New principal coming to Scappoose Middle School this summer
South County Spotlight - NewsAdam Strachan, currently athletic director at Scappoose High School, takes over in July. -
Scappoose finishes season strong
South County Spotlight - NewsSelf-motivated athletes who followed through on solo practices, like senior Deacon Smith, were key to success -
Scappoose restarts city manager recruitment
South County Spotlight - NewsCity attempted hiring process using existing staff, but now enlisting recruitment firm -
Oregon waits for 'green light' after halting Johnson & Johnson…
South County Spotlight - NewsState health officials worry that vaccine troubles could fuel anti-vax sentiments. -
St. Helens Police Log: March 22-April 3, 2021
South County Spotlight - NewsOver two weeks, calls include: an animal complaint, assisting medical personnel and an arrest at the Justice… -
Scappoose Police Log: April 5-8, 2021
South County Spotlight - NewsThis week's calls include: a failed Fred Meyer theft, a sleeping suspect, and an out-of-control motorist. -
School opens for grades 7-12 in Scappoose
South County Spotlight - NewsSecondary students return to Scappoose Middle School and Scappoose High School. -
Scappoose seeking input on pool proposal
South County Spotlight - NewsCity is studying feasibility of a pool at new park property neighboring Veterans Park -
Scappoose police chief thanked for rail safety efforts
South County Spotlight - NewsChief Norm Miller was recognized by Oregon Operation Lifesaver for his support of work to improve railroad… -
Three Oregon COVID deaths reported among those vaccinated
South County Spotlight - NewsOregon Health Authority says 168 vaccinated Oregonians have tested positive for the virus, including three… -
Digging deep and putting down roots
South County Spotlight - NewsPartnership between Lewis & Clark Elementary, OSU Extension Service will provide education, nutrition -
Spring cleanup event coming up
South County Spotlight - NewsThree locations will accept appliances, tires, yard debris and other waste. -
Health official: Feeling we're at pandemic 'finish line' driving…
South County Spotlight - NewsRise in COVID-19 variants puts Oregon in a tight spot as it continues to vaccinate residents. -
Caples House reopens to showcase life 150 years ago
South County Spotlight - NewsMuseum reopens with youth program showing typical activities for kids in 1870 -
Senate backs civics requirement for graduation in Oregon
South County Spotlight - NewsBipartisan bill adds one-semester mandate to English and math standards starting in 2025. -
Oregon House panel finishes 10 bills to overhaul policing
South County Spotlight - NewsDemocratic governor and House GOP leader praise work, but member says 'we have more work to do.' -
Oregon State Police Log: March 31-April 2, 2021
South County Spotlight - NewsNotable calls received by the Oregon State Police in Columbia County over a three-day period. -
County purchasing John Gumm School
South County Spotlight - NewsCommissioners approved the $1.5 million purchase of the building, now called the Olde School -
St. Helens police chief makes his case at a public gathering
South County Spotlight - NewsChief Brian Greenway addresses an in-person audience at St. Helens Middle School to discuss a proposed public… -
House extends narrower foreclosure moratorium in Oregon
South County Spotlight - NewsBill would set June 30, but allows Gov. Brown to continue it up to six months through executive orders. -
COVID-19 vaccines open to all 16 and older on April 19; county…
South County Spotlight - NewsUPDATE: 'We are locked in a race between vaccine distribution and the rapid spread of COVID-19 variants.' -
Multnomah, Clackamas counties return to 'High Risk' COVID-19…
South County Spotlight - NewsAdditional restrictions on indoor dining and gatherings will take place on Friday, April. 9.
Regional News
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Oregon student joins LGBTQ suit against Christian colleges
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Gresham: Groundwater drills offer 'dramatic cost savings'
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Fire and gunshots: Portland police declare downtown riot
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Portland police ID officer, man fatally shot in Lents Parks
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Protesters rally after Portland cop kills man in Lents Park
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Camping World's 130-foot flagpole spurs Wilsonville suit
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PBOT to spend $4 million on Fremont Street upgrades
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Frontline workers, others eligible for vaccinations
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Escaped Oregon inmate recaptured on Sauvie Island
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Cities, counties must reassess rules against camping, loitering
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Portland nonprofit damaged amid protest
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Poll: Working, learning from home to linger in Oregon
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$25K in damage as protesters burn Portland police union HQ
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North Clackamas sues school contractors over new Oregon tax
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Democrats praise Oregon senators, Biden bucks on billboards
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West Linn families upset school year starts on Rosh Hashanah
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Riot declared in Portland following Daunte Wright vigil
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Tear gas, munitions delay reopening of SW Portland school
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