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Feb 23, 2021
South County Spotlight - News
Contests open to would-be mayors in Scappoose, St. Helens
'If I Were Mayor...' invites students to imagine themselves making decisions for their community.
Columbia County Spotlight
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Brown makes one-year COVID-19 anniversary statement
South County Spotlight - NewsThe first known case of the novel coronavirus in Oregon was confirmed on Feb. 28, 2020. -
913 landlords apply to $150M relief fund so far
South County Spotlight - NewsOregon Landlord Compensation Fund deluged with applicants, prompting official to extend the deadline. -
ODOT to take Cornelius Pass ownership effective March 1
South County Spotlight - NewsThe Oregon Department of Transportation will take over responsibility for the road and repave this summer. -
COVID vaccine could be available for everyone by July 1
South County Spotlight - NewsTimeline shifts as more doses could become available for states under Biden administration. -
Do you know an Amazing Kid?
South County Spotlight - NewsPamplin Media is looking for young people who make a difference in their communities - and you can help. -
Scappoose brings back former superintendent Paul Peterson
South County Spotlight - NewsTwo board members vote against Peterson's hiring as interim Scappoose Middle School principal. -
Prescott resident Brian Fawcett enters port commission race
South County Spotlight - NewsFawcett is running for the Port of Columbia County board of commissioners seat currently held by Chris… -
Oregon's patchwork of pandemic rules raises ethical issues
South County Spotlight - News'Why are elderly in group homes vaccinated, but the elderly living on their own must wait? Why are teachers… -
Senate Republicans revive walkout as a political tactic
South County Spotlight - NewsTheir absence, aimed at Democratic Gov. Brown, shuts down an Oregon Senate session. -
Gov. Brown extends COVID-19 state of emergency until May
South County Spotlight - NewsThe officially declared state of emergency will last another 60 days, until May 2, Oregon Gov. Kate Brown… -
Oregon COVID-19 county risk levels drop as virus takes dive
South County Spotlight - News'We are seeing great progress in stopping the spread of COVID-19 across Oregon and saving lives.' -
Designs in place for a new rec center in St. Helens
South County Spotlight - NewsThe city will purchase a church building on Gable Road, near the high school, for a new recreation center -
State tax collections buck pandemic unemployment trends
South County Spotlight - NewsLegislative economists tell lawmakers that federal aid has made a difference, but growth will slow. -
Columbia County Fair organizers optimistic about 2021
South County Spotlight - NewsThis year's fair will be longer and will have fenced-off zones to accommodate possible occupancy limits. -
Oregon redistricting mess could be headed to court
South County Spotlight - NewsDelayed federal Census data is gumming up the works for state lawmakers, other legislatures across the nation. -
COVID-19: Washington, Clackamas, other counties lowered to…
South County Spotlight - NewsThe latest update comes as Oregon is showing a decrease in reported COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. -
Young students begin school soon in St. Helens
South County Spotlight - NewsIn-person learning to begin March 8 in St. Helens for pre-school through first grade. -
St. Helens Police Log: Feb. 8-17, 2021
South County Spotlight - NewsThis week's calls include: a reported burglary, a stolen vehicle and a fast red sports car. -
Hundreds take aim at Senate gun bill
South County Spotlight - NewsHearing on legislation allowing jurisdictions to ban legally carried firearms in public buildings draws some… -
St. Helens Police Department encouraging tours
South County Spotlight - NewsThe tours are being offered to show the public that space at the station is limited. -
Three 'Employees of the Year' chosen in St. Helens
South County Spotlight - NewsThe three are selected for going above and beyond for the public and fellow co-workers. -
Biden's 'rescue plan' promises big bucks for Oregon schools
South County Spotlight - NewsPresident Joe Biden's American Rescue Plan would provide hundreds of millions to Oregon school districts, if… -
Oregon reports low rate of COVID-19 cases and deaths
South County Spotlight - NewsThe newest official figures are well below the state's percent of the national population, case count and… -
Columbia County Habitat for Humanity finishes 10th, 11th homes
South County Spotlight - NewsTwo families received the keys to their new St. Helens family homes this week. -
Lawmakers will seek outside help for redistricting questions
South County Spotlight - NewsLack of census data, tight deadlines spur Legislature to consider its limited options. -
Bonamici: Change in immigration laws is long overdue
South County Spotlight - NewsOregon Democrat urges 11 groups to back renewed effort by President Biden in Congress. -
Report: Ethnic groups have harder access to COVID-19 testing
South County Spotlight - NewsThe Oregon Health Authority releases the report on the same day it reports 492 new cases and no new deaths. -
Local tax assistance limited for Columbia County residents
South County Spotlight - NewsFree tax filing help is on hold in Columbia County, but free online options are available for most filers. -
Columbia County Fair dates announced
South County Spotlight - NewsThe 2021 Columbia County Fair and Rodeo has been scheduled for July 12 to July 18. -
Columbia County hosts a Household Hazardous Waste Collection…
South County Spotlight - NewsThe event will be held February 27 from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Columbia County transfer station in St.… -
Applications now open for $150M Oregon landlord relief fund
South County Spotlight - NewsOregon Housing and Community Services is now accepting applications online for Landlord Compensation Fund… -
Vernonia man accused of pointing gun at driver in Hillsboro
South County Spotlight - NewsBailey Michael Todd Reasoner faces multiple charges, including DUII, after he was arrested Tuesday in… -
Parade planned through Scappoose
South County Spotlight - NewsThe 'Back to Our Roots' parade through Scappoose will support the food bank and local businesses. -
Infant among COVID-19 deaths reported Feb. 18
South County Spotlight - NewsIn a statement, Oregon Gov. Kate Brown and husband Dan call the death a 'tragedy.' -
Scappoose Moorage suffers boat damage
South County Spotlight - NewsSnow and ice during the recent storm cause an awning collapse at the boating facility. -
Deadline to apply for Grabhorn committee approaches
South County Spotlight - NewsScappoose's parks and recreation committee will work with other groups on the controversial project.
Regional News
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'Overwhelmingly positive' - Portland reacts to York statue
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Portland sheds 'anarchist jurisdiction' label, Biden orders
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After abrupt resignation, state fire marshal gets new gig
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Robot waiter minimizes human contact at Portland area bistro
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'Lethal force': School board member's social media under fire
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Renamed Tumwater Middle School honors Chinuk Wawa language
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Windows smashed, 'pepper out' at downtown Portland protest
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Newberg pub loses liquor license for defying COVID rules
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Oregon's cheap power, undersea cable lure 5 new data centers
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Reynolds School Board mulls asking Diego Hernandez to quit
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Schrader opposed, but U.S. House passes Biden's $1.9 trillion plan
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U.S. Senate still question mark for LGBTQ protections
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Gaps in oversight found in Metro affordable housing bond
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Portland mayor to halt funding for Hazelnut Grove homeless
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Portland City Commissioner axes Southwest Portland neighborhood coalition
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Gov. Brown extends COVID-19 state of emergency until May
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Senate Republicans revive walkout as a political tactic
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Amazing Educators special section honors Oregon teachers
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