Holiday Gift Guide 2020
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Nov 20, 2020
South County Spotlight - News
Community weighs in on Grabhorn property
Future park includes contentious proposals for pool, road connection, dog park relocation
Nov 19, 2020
South County Spotlight - News
Meadow Park's track record shows inadequate care
Multiple wrongful death claims made under previous owner; recent inspections show continued violations
Nov 11, 2020
South County Spotlight - News
NWS: St. Helens tornado traveled 1.7 miles
The tornado was rated an EF-0, the lowest possible on the Enhanced Fujita scale.
Columbia County Spotlight
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New COVID-19 cases in Oregon remain above 1,500
South County Spotlight - NewsFifteen more lives have been lost to the novel coronavirus, for a total in Oregon of 882 as of Thanksgiving… -
Oregon Gov. Brown announces new coronavirus restrictions
South County Spotlight - NewsFor 21 counties, including Portland area, they start Dec. 3 after current freeze ends. -
Oregon reports 20 new deaths, 1,189 new cases of COVID-19
South County Spotlight - NewsThe state now has a total of 68,503 cases since the outbreak began, along with 867 deaths. -
CCSO: Sauvie Island couple find stranger in home
South County Spotlight - NewsThe couple reportedly arrived home to find Jesse William Ioerger sitting at their kitchen table with a gun. -
21 deaths reported in daily record for COVID-19 in Oregon
South County Spotlight - NewsTuesday's report from the Oregon Health Authority also added 1,011 new cases to the state's running tally. -
Man arrested for allegedly stealing four cars in 24 hours
South County Spotlight - NewsMan accused of stealing multiple cars in Scappoose, driving into curbs and fences -
Missing Yankton woman found Monday evening
South County Spotlight - NewsHunters reported spotting the missing woman and her two dogs three days after she had last been seen. -
Columbia County sees third COVID-19 death
South County Spotlight - NewsCase counts are increasing as the state enters a two-week 'freeze' mandated by Gov. Kate Brown. -
Yankton woman missing since Friday night
South County Spotlight - NewsColumbia County Search and Rescue is looking for a woman who went missing from her farm. -
Oregon restaurants sue Brown over indoor, outdoor dining ban
South County Spotlight - NewsA federal lawsuit says a two-week 'freeze' issued by the governor is unlawful, inequitable. -
Deceased inmate had requested doctor before death, inmates say
South County Spotlight - NewsFellow inmates of woman who died in Columbia County Jail say she appeared ill, requested medical attention -
Miller elected to Scappoose City Council
South County Spotlight - NewsTyler Miller to fill open seat on city council after tight race, certified election results show -
Native American arts and crafts store opens in Scappoose
South County Spotlight - NewsNative American Art, Crafts and Jewelry is welcoming customers to the business on the Columbia River Highway. -
Fees waived at state parks for day after Thanksgiving
South County Spotlight - NewsVisitors to Oregon State Parks should practice social distancing and limit the size of their gatherings. -
Pamplin President: This Thanksgiving, we're thanking our readers
South County Spotlight - NewsIn a year unlike any other, we could not have survived without subscriptions and donations from readers like… -
Oregon reports 1,099 new COVID-19 cases, 10 deaths
South County Spotlight - NewsThe state now has a total of 59,669 cases since the outbreak began, along with 788 deaths. -
Columbia County Police Logs: Nov. 6-14, 2020
South County Spotlight - NewsThis week's calls include: a shot decoy, stolen wood and a reported street fight. -
Tornadoes can happen here, but they are usually weak
South County Spotlight - NewsAn expert from the National Weather Service says Oregon can experience a couple of tornadoes a year. -
Oregon bottle redemption rule suspended for statewide freeze
Portland Tribune - NewsStores will not be required to accept bottles and cans during the 'statewide freeze,' but BottleDrop centers… -
South Columbia County Chamber of Commerce plans holiday gift shop
South County Spotlight - NewsEvent will feature handmade items and will run for three weekends beginning Dec. 4 and 5. -
Governor fights COVID-19 increase with 'critical restrictions'
South County Spotlight - NewsUPDATE: A two-week freeze could last four weeks in Multnomah and Washington counties, hit by spikes in… -
Travel advisory announced for West Coast states
South County Spotlight - NewsThe travel restrictions to slow the spread of COVID-19 are announced before a noon press conference by Oregon… -
Law library to offer parenting class
South County Spotlight - NewsThe grant will fund a class that is required by courts for parents getting a divorce or determining child… -
County backtracks on jail reimbursement
South County Spotlight - NewsSheriff, commissioners had agreed to reimburse $190k in January but attorney now says they've reconsidered -
Columbia County is turning red
South County Spotlight - NewsRepublican state, federal candidates swept Columbia County contests; but Democrat-backed ballot measures also… -
Scappoose Fire has busy summer helping out with regional…
South County Spotlight - NewsLocal crews fight blazes in Oregon, Washington and California, providing relief to neighbors. -
Scappoose Airpark gets new lettering
South County Spotlight - NewsTwenty-foot white letters painted near taxiway thanks to the Ninety-Nines, an organization of women pilots. -
Watts House to be lit up, but public event won't be held
South County Spotlight - NewsYoungsters will have to miss Santa's visit to Scappoose this year, but the holiday lights will still be… -
South Columbia County schools aim for Jan. 4 reopening
South County Spotlight - NewsOfficials warn that a holiday spike in COVID-19 cases could delay a hoped-for reopening in local districts -
State audit recommends diverting unclaimed Bottle Bill funds
South County Spotlight - NewsOregon's iconic system collects more bottles and cans than other states' programs. -
Tornado hits St. Helens
South County Spotlight - NewsNational Weather Service confirms small tornado hit neighborhood; no injuries reported -
Columbia County Police Logs: Nov. 1-5, 2020
South County Spotlight - NewsThis week's calls include: driving into the ditch, evading a trooper and a jacket theft. -
As pandemic surges, Oregon governor orders a 'pause'
South County Spotlight - NewsBrown's decree limits social gatherings in three Portland-area counties, plus Marion County. -
Homecoming Week at Scappoose High School will have a virtual…
South County Spotlight - NewsStudents are still planning fun activities this week, though the pandemic has put a crimp on tradition. -
13-year-old Scappoose soccer player hopes to attend camp in Spain
South County Spotlight - NewsGrayson Miner enjoys the sport of soccer and is a member of the Scappoose Soccer Club -
Protesters clash at 'stop the steal' rally at Oregon Capitol
South County Spotlight - NewsAnger at the results of the presidential election drew hundreds to the Oregon State Capitol in Salem; police…
Regional News
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Oregon Gov. Brown announces new coronavirus restrictions
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Activists aim to recall Portland mayor, city commissioner
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Multnomah County plans 2022 opening for new homeless shelter
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Multnomah County Commissioner Meieran defends trip to Hawaii
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Latino leaders slam suit targeting Black Oregonians fund
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Police: Organized vandals damage buildings Friday night
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OHSA investigates judge who flouted 'nanny state' mask rules
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Lawyer: 60 patients accuse West Linn doctor of sex abuse
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Portland: Air pollution, carbon emission fees would net $11M
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Judge denies injunction for Black Oregonians relief fund
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Portland activists decry campsite sweep at Laurelhurst Park
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Portland crews clear out Laurelhurst Park homeless camp
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Tootie Smith: No tax hikes, no new Clackamas courthouse
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Iannarone launches Our Portland PAC after mayoral defeat
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THANKS (for not sharing Covid) GIVING
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Oregon's COVID-19 crystal ball is hazier than it looks
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Portland Stripper Strike organizers say clubs retaliated
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Oregon bottle redemption rule suspended for statewide freeze
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