Pamplin Heroes 2020 Magazine
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Oct 19, 2020
South County Spotlight - News
State braces for trouble as COVID-19 'on the march again'
New surge of virus cases prompts health officials to urge no Halloween trick or treating or big Thanksgiving gatherings
Oct 14, 2020
South County Spotlight - News
Records detail Garrett's clashes with subordinates, colleagues
2016 investigation found Garrett used n-word to describe fellow county employees
Oct 09, 2020
South County Spotlight - News
County dismissed complaints against former parole department head
Janet Evans was investigated multiple times, but most reports were critical of her subordinates
Oct 01, 2020
South County Spotlight - News
Probation officers describe 'toxic' workplace in Columbia County
The county probation department saw massive turnover under Janet Evans, who retired this year.
Columbia County Spotlight
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Oregon: seven new deaths of people with COVID-19, 424 more cases.
South County Spotlight - NewsOregon continues to see its cases climb, and the total of people reported having died with COVID-19 grows to… -
Wildfire victims shop for free at Serres Nursery
South County Spotlight - NewsOn Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, find a wide variety of items for the house, yard and garden that have been collected… -
Scappoose student, runner dies
South County Spotlight - NewsNeil Hoffmann, a junior and member of the cross country team, passed away earlier this month -
Gov. Brown extends pandemic order for fourth time
South County Spotlight - NewsThe state of emergency for COVID-19 coronavirus now runs to Jan. 2 as infection rates rise. -
OHA releases newest COVID-19 figures
South County Spotlight - NewsState health offcials report nine more deaths and 391 additional cases on Tuesday, Oct. 27. -
Early voter turnout up in Columbia County
South County Spotlight - NewsColumbia County elections department reported 45.2% of eligible voters cast ballots by Oct. 26 -
Explosion on boat in St. Helens injures man, kills cat
South County Spotlight - NewsColumbia River Fire & Rescue responded to reports of an explosion after 11 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 25. -
Columbia County candidates raise thousands
South County Spotlight - NewsThe four candidates for two seats raised a total of more than $123,000, according to financial disclosures. -
Inside the battle against COVID-19 with ER doctor
South County Spotlight - NewsDr. Cameron Klug, who works for Legacy Meridian Park in Tualatin, has been treating COVID-19 patients since… -
Forecasters predict colder, wetter winter
South County Spotlight - NewsThe 28th Annual Winter Weather Forecast Conference was held by the Oregon Chapter of the American… -
Woman dies at Columbia County Jail
South County Spotlight - NewsColumbia County Sheriff's Deputies located deceased inmate in her cell on morning of Oct. 23 -
Oregon reports 11 new COVID-19 deaths, 373 new cases
South County Spotlight - NewsThe state's death toll is now 646, while the total number of cases is 40,810 according to Oregon Health… -
Scappoose council candidates weigh in
South County Spotlight - NewsCandidates offer views on parks plans, next city manager, police reform and more -
St. Helens candidates share their views
South County Spotlight - NewsCity council candidates weigh in on racial justice, government transparency, economic recovery -
Pamplin President: Let us show you our thanks with a discount
South County Spotlight - NewsThis month, we're offering a 50% discount to new subscribers to our newspapers and websites. -
Former 9-1-1 district employee enters plea deal
South County Spotlight - NewsDiana Karthauser pleads guilty to misdemeanor misconduct; federal lawsuit against Columbia 9-1-1 ongoing -
Oregon's COVID-19 vaccine plan unveiled
South County Spotlight - NewsThe proposal would reserve first doses for health care workers and other essential workers. -
The ins and outs of voting in Columbia County
South County Spotlight - NewsBallots counted after Election Day? Official drop sites? Answers to common questions and more. -
Columbia County Police Logs: Oct. 4-18, 2020
South County Spotlight - NewsOver two weeks, calls include: an erratic teen driver, a meth probation violation, and an obstinate… -
St. Helens High School celebrates Homecoming Week virtually
South County Spotlight - NewsThe student-led effort included a number of online activities the week of Oct. 12-16. -
Grant Watts school auction goes virtual
South County Spotlight - NewsEvery bid in the Scappoose online auction is 'a symbolic cheer of support' during a challenging year. -
Former Scappoose, Forest Grove city manager wins award
South County Spotlight - NewsMichael Sykes received the Herman Kehrli Award at the League of Oregon Cities' annual conference. -
Judge contenders Grant, Clarke respond to questions
South County Spotlight - NewsTwo candidates for Columbia County Circuit Court share past experience, priorities -
Peace Candle apartment plans approved
South County Spotlight - NewsScappoose planning commission approves application for site development review for 80 units -
Oregonians to receive $5M from Unclaimed Property Program
South County Spotlight - NewsQualifying residents and former residents will be mailed checks of between $50 and $2,500 in November. -
National Park Service honors St. Helens
South County Spotlight - NewsA special designation recognizes the Columbia County seat's historic connection to the Lewis and Clark… -
PCC Rock Creek's DREAMers breakfast will take place online
South County Spotlight - NewsAdvocates for undocumented students say the fundraiser is even more important this year due to the pandemic. -
Scappoose Police Log: Sept. 26-Oct. 3, 2020
South County Spotlight - NewsThis week's calls include: a stolen work vehicle, an ill-advised U-turn and a damaged bike rack. -
Columbia City students building miniature boats
South County Spotlight - NewsThe Columbia River Maritime Museum program engages with students through distanced and in-person learning. -
Scappoose offering emergency business grants
South County Spotlight - NewsThe city has $75,000 available for businesses suffering during the coronavirus pandemic. -
$500k in grants available to local small businesses
South County Spotlight - NewsThe new round of small business grants has a higher limit. Past CARES recipients are eligible. -
Survey: 84% of Oregonians wear face masks in public
Portland Tribune - NewsA new survey by DHM Research found that some Oregonians continue to gather socially on a frequent basis,… -
Virtual peer support offered to Columbia County youth
South County Spotlight - NewsYouth Era is offering virtual services after plans to open a specialized community center floundered. -
Register to vote before Oct. 13 deadline
South County Spotlight - NewsYou can register to vote in the Nov. 3 general election online, in person or by mail. -
Oregon reports large new COVID-19 outbreaks in three counties
South County Spotlight - NewsHealth officials report two new deaths of people with COVID-19 as well as four workplace outbreaks of 20 or… -
DEQ agrees to review Global air quality permit
South County Spotlight - NewsState reconsidering Columbia Pacific Bio-Refinery air emissions permit following petition from environmental…
Regional News
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The Factory of Tomorrow, today
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Portland mom: Police refuse to solve death of Sean Kealiher
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Portland crane count dips: 27 rigs across metro area
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Multnomah judge candidate: 'low morale' at federal courthouse
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Mondainé issues 'immediate resignation' from Portland NAACP
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Police: Man wields knife at Oregon Women for Trump rally
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Feds to Portland: We're not paying courthouse fence fines
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Portland protesters' elk statue snatched from downtown
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Mondainé leaving NAACP presidency after sexual abuse allegations
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PGE closes Oregon's only coal power plant
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Blumenauer, Ocasio-Cortez agree on policy at town hall
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Federal transit officials: No COVID-19 funds for Portland
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Merkley's reelection race focuses on Trump, not GOP opponent
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Portland removes toppled presidential statues from Park Blocks
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Portland Mayor Wheeler, others blast overnight riot
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Investigators probe campus after death of Wood Village teen
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Patriot Prayer suit against Multnomah DA moves forward
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Five candidates seek leadership change for Portland NAACP
Portland Tribune - News
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