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Dec 03, 2021
South County Spotlight - News
St. Helens will be welcoming its newest housing community.
Construction to begin on Broadleaf Arbor, an affordable housing development on Gable Road.
Dec 03, 2021
South County Spotlight - News
Long-time library director to resign at end of January
Margaret Jeffries, director of the St. Helens Public Library, seeks to reconnect with her family.
Nov 26, 2021
South County Spotlight - News
Democrat enters race for Senate
Melissa Busch, a home health nurse, is the first Democrat to announce run to replace Johnson.
Nov 17, 2021
South County Spotlight - News
Man charged in pursuit, collision injuring Oregon state trooper
John Thralls also was convicted of fleeing police in a 2019 incident in Columbia County, court records show.
Columbia County Spotlight
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Library distributes books, comfort to children in crisis
South County Spotlight - NewsBackpacks include 'books to warm your heart and grow your brain'; grant also funds park improvements. -
So long delta, hello omicron
South County Spotlight - NewsNew COVID-19 variant, which Oregon has so far avoided, alters state pandemic planning -
State commission mandates production of cleaner trucks
South County Spotlight - NewsRule change could benefit Oregon environment and public health, but some think it would raise vehicle prices -
Rosenblum decides against run for governor
South County Spotlight - NewsAttorney general decision leaves Democratic campaign wide open for handful of candidates -
Holiday bazaars scheduled in Columbia County
South County Spotlight - NewsGroups hosting bazaars to encourage residents to shop local this holiday season. -
Bonamici forum focuses on apprenticeship expansion bill
South County Spotlight - NewsOregon Democrat says more women and minorities should be encouraged to enter high-skill, high-paying trades. -
Three advance in consideration for Oregon U.S. attorney
South County Spotlight - NewsBiden decides nominee, but panel organized by senators interviews seven and recommends three with federal… -
Legislators' plan to create six U.S. House seats will stand
South County Spotlight - NewsRepublican lawsuit fails to derail map approved by Democratic lawmakers, and no appeal was filed by the… -
St. Helens Police Log: Nov. 5-11, 2001
South County Spotlight - NewsThis week's calls include: Police arrest man on a fugitive warrant, respond to restraining order violation… -
Scappoose Police Log: Nov. 6-13, 2001
South County Spotlight - NewsThis week's calls include: theft of more than $100 worth of Fred Meyer items, discovery of possible meth and… -
Oregon drops outdoor mask rule, plans vaccine verification system
South County Spotlight - NewsNew vaccine verification system in the works as Oregon hopes to 'turn back tsunami of infection' -
Redistricting court ruling sets off scramble for seats in Salem
South County Spotlight - NewsCandidates find their footing in new state districts as map guiding new congressional seats awaits decision -
Accumulation Resale Shop in St. Helens to close
South County Spotlight - NewsMy Next Step, the resale shop's nonprofit operator, says it will continue serving the community. -
Johnson campaign cash shows business, bipartisan support
South County Spotlight - NewsScappoose Democrat running as an independent for the governor's office banks nearly $2 million in latest… -
Scappoose clinic ready to vaccinate kids from 5 to 11
South County Spotlight - NewsOHSU Primary Care Clinic will be offering Pfizer pediatric vaccines to this younger age group. -
Restrictions remain on St. Helens councilor after 'incidents'
South County Spotlight - NewsThe censure and reprimand of St. Helens city councilor Stephen Topaz continues, for at least the rest of this… -
Oregon's fuel tax rises again, even as drivers buy less gas
South County Spotlight - NewsOregon motorists will pay two cents more at the pump starting in 2022, according to the Oregon Department of… -
Scappoose police chief recruitment begins
South County Spotlight - NewsRecruitment firm aims to hire city's new police chief in January; application is open now -
Docs shed light on allegations against ex-Scappoose cop
South County Spotlight - NewsAttorney for Troy Gainer also seeks records concerning former Scappoose police chief. -
New director, business development lead at port
South County Spotlight - NewsExecutive Director Sean Clark, Business Development and Real Estate Manager Amy Bynum both have roots in… -
Police offer advice to seniors following arrest of Rainier man
South County Spotlight - NewsSt. Helens police arrested a 43-year-old man after a lengthy investigation into alleged elder abuse. -
St. Helens man arrested after explosion
South County Spotlight - NewsClinton James Allen allegedly detonated an explosive device outside a St. Helens home. -
Port commissioners vote 3-2 to continue funding rezone efforts
South County Spotlight - NewsCommissioners Nancy Ward and Chip Bubl vote against additional $45,000 in legal costs to continue Port… -
Scappoose Police Log: Oct. 21-Nov. 6, 2021
South County Spotlight - NewsThis week's calls include: an uncooperative shoplifter, an intoxicated customer and stolen gasoline. -
Access to 'cooling' top priority for 2 Oregon lawmakers
South County Spotlight - NewsSen. Kayse Jama and Rep. Pam Marsh are working on bills that will address extreme heat conditions. -
Kaiser strike averted as unions, workers reach agreement
South County Spotlight - NewsAbout 35,000 workers across multiple states were set to walk off the job on Monday before the agreement was… -
St. Helens High School to replace vanished band trailer
South County Spotlight - NewsThe community has come through after a loaded trailer disappeared from the parking lot over the summer. -
COVID-19 recovery slows, but no sign of a new spike
South County Spotlight - NewsForecast: Hospitalizations could stay above 400 through Thanksgiving, as infection surge begins to slow -
State trooper injured in Highway 30 crash identified
South County Spotlight - NewsOregon State Police identify trooper injured in Nov. 11 crash as FBI veteran John Jeffries, who remains in… -
County official: Repairs, donations key to waste reduction
South County Spotlight - NewsColumbia County is considering plans for a 'reuse center' at its solid waste transfer center. -
Oregon state trooper hospitalized after crash
South County Spotlight - NewsPolice say the trooper was struck by a vehicle on Highway 30. The trooper was listed in critical condition. -
St. Helens veteran dreamed of flying, until it happened
South County Spotlight - NewsFortunately for Lee Rigdon, he spent most of his U.S. Air Force career on the ground as a maintenance… -
Columbia County veteran enlisted to break bad habits
South County Spotlight - NewsAshley Taylor served in the U.S. Army and began serving veterans before moving to Scappoose. -
Kristof banks $1 million for governor's race
South County Spotlight - NewsOther candidates raise money, but Yamhill author rakes in money from big, national donors -
St. Helens seeks comments from denizens
South County Spotlight - NewsThe city is asking its residents to fill out a community input survey in an effort to shape the future of the… -
Port seeks public input on rail study
South County Spotlight - NewsRail traffic study IDs problem rail crossings; will look at solutions and host public engagement session.
Regional News
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Tualatin police: Robber grabs cash from Columbia Bank
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Oregon prepares $270 million for drug treatment centers
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Dismissal of Newberg superintendent sparks howls of protest
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Oregon City memorial site to Natives hanged in 1800s delayed
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Clackamas Service Center gains 'powerful' tool to fight hunger
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Local fire chief accused of sexually harassing intern, racism
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Students slam white supremacy, Clackamas commissioner Shull
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Despite tragedy, GOP's Pierce presses to be Oregon governor
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Oregon drops outdoor mask rule, plans vaccine verification system
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Oregon's aging workforce is only getting older, new report finds
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Lloyd Center: Mall memories from once-booming shopping site
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Oregon Supreme Court upholds legislative redistricting plan
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MAX station stabbing suspect charged with bias crime
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Portland area online grocery store focuses on sustainability
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Portland woman competes on 'Christmas Cookie Challenge'
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Developer plans 16 luxury penthouses in downtown Lake Oswego
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Oregon GOP's state Rep. Iverson makes play for new district
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Riot declared as Portland antifa protest Rittenhouse verdict
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