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Aug 04, 2021
South County Spotlight - News
Campaign finance reform proposed in Columbia County
Residents filed a prospective petition to limit individual contributions to $500 for a candidate in local elections
Aug 03, 2021
South County Spotlight - News
As COVID infections spread, counties edge into 'extreme' risk levels
Health leaders face difficult choices about summer events as virus numbers climb across Oregon.
Aug 03, 2021
South County Spotlight - News
U.S. Ag Secretary Vilsack: nation, Oregon facing 'larger challenges'
While visiting with Willamette Valley farmers, the cabinet member says feds must match state in firefighting and fire prevention efforts.
Aug 02, 2021
South County Spotlight - News
Chicago-style food, as close as the St. Helens riverfront
Big River Taproom opens on Strand Street and offers Chicago-style hot dogs and more.
Aug 02, 2021
South County Spotlight - News
Band program at St. Helens High awaits word on missing trailer
The trailer, missing since July 13, contains equipment and supplies and was last seen in the school parking lot.
Jul 29, 2021
South County Spotlight - News
Judge dismisses Columbia County firearm validation proceedings
Judge Ted Grove sided with backers of gun rights ballot measures and dismissed the county's petition.
Columbia County Spotlight
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Survey: COVID vaccines 'politically polarized'
South County Spotlight - NewsConservatives more likely to reject virus vaccines as delta variant leaves state reeling. -
Scappoose Police Log: July 26-30, 2021
South County Spotlight - NewsThis week's calls include: stolen car parts, a lost and found person, and a sloppy shoplifter. -
Construction of second OMIC building to start next month
South County Spotlight - NewsSecond OMIC Research & Development building will focus research on 3D printing. -
Brown: Wear masks in state buildings to combat rise of variant
South County Spotlight - NewsState health officials brace for hundreds more cases each day as COVID-19 infections surge -
Brown: Students, teachers, state employees, office visitors must…
South County Spotlight - NewsUPDATE: The Oregon governor announces new mask requirements over two days to slow the spread of COVID-19 . -
St. Helens Municipal Court climbing out of COVID-19 restrictions
South County Spotlight - NewsThe court in St. Helens is moving toward normalcy, but the Delta variant remains on the radar. -
Oregon once again tops 1,000-per-day COVID cases.
South County Spotlight - NewsSome rural counties now surge ahead of metro area, where vaccination rates are higher. -
COVID-exhausted Oregon swamped by virus surge
South County Spotlight - NewsState health officials push to vaccinate more people each day as delta variant cases increase. -
Peace Candle easement finalized
South County Spotlight - NewsEasement to allow access to Peace Candle of the World in Scappoose is finalized. -
PCC manufacturing credit courses start in fall
South County Spotlight - NewsCredit courses in machine manufacturing and welding technology start in September -
Movies in the park return to Scappoose
South County Spotlight - NewsFree movies will be shown at Heritage Park on Fridays in August and September. -
Local vaccination rate still far below state average
South County Spotlight - NewsColumbia County's vaccination rate is more than 8 points below statewide rate -
Oregon Health Authority: Everyone should wear masks indoors
South County Spotlight - NewsState health officials change recommendations after meeting with Oregon Gov. Kate Brown. -
Gov. Brown: Oregon leads push for carbon-free power
South County Spotlight - NewsCeremony on Portland's 'Electric Island' recognizes package of bills that also aid low-income households. -
Tumblewheel to provide art activities at Scappoose centennial
South County Spotlight - NewsThe Aug. 13-14 centennial celebration will feature the local nonprofit and its iconic traveling bus. -
Scappoose Police Log: July 15-23, 2021
South County Spotlight - NewsThis week's calls include: domestic disturbance investigations, traffic crashes and a fast food fraud. -
St. Helens Police Log: July 6-20, 2021
South County Spotlight - NewsOver two weeks, calls include: a menacing man, a stolen vehicle investigation, and a hit-and-run arrest. -
Scappoose scraps pool plans
South County Spotlight - NewsSurvey finds little support for proposal to build pool on city's new Grabhorn property -
Entries needed for Scappoose Centennial Parade
South County Spotlight - NewsThe Aug. 14 parade will feature community displays and participating organizations. -
Rising delta variant tosses wrench into state's COVID fight
South County Spotlight - NewsHealth officials battling both vaccine hesitancy and 'a stubborn foe' in the virus -
Hit Machine performs regionally, pandemic or not
South County Spotlight - NewsThe band, with roots in Columbia County, devised interesting ways to perform during the pandemic -
Local fire agency, St. Helens schools team up
South County Spotlight - NewsThe St. Helens School District and Columbia River Fire & Rescue collaborate on training. -
Oregon pushes to help people find jobs as federal benefits end
South County Spotlight - NewsIn-person meetings will supplement telephone calls and online help for job seekers in a recovering economy. -
Riverwalk plans continue in St. Helens with August meeting set
South County Spotlight - NewsThe Aug. 4 meeting in the St. Helens City Council chambers will be open for citizens to attend. -
Hotter, bigger, faster: Oregon faces historic fire season
South County Spotlight - NewsGovernor, officials push for more preparedness as huge fires burn hundreds of acres, COVID variant looms. -
Redistricting fight begins with Dems battling Dems
South County Spotlight - NewsIn one corner is an unhappy congressional delegation; in other corner is deal-making House Speaker Tina Kotek -
Tough competition at Columbia County Rodeo
South County Spotlight - NewsA new experience for some and a voyage home for others, the rodeo brought good cheer and fun to St. Helens. -
Scappoose Police Log: July 5-8, 2021
South County Spotlight - NewsThis week's calls include: illegal fireworks, broken windows, and a stolen vehicle with a child inside. -
OLCC to become Oregon Liquor & Cannabis Commission
South County Spotlight - NewsName change recognizes new responsibilities under legislation from House Bill 3000 -
New athletic director, vice principal joins Scappoose High School
South County Spotlight - NewsDale French previously served several roles at Valley Catholic School in Beaverton. -
July welcomes two new members to Scappoose school board
South County Spotlight - NewsSummer Stutsman-Hoag and Gwynn Klobes become the newest board members and will serve four-year terms. -
Sand Island to host sandcastle competition this August
South County Spotlight - NewsWhat is planned to be the first annual sandcastle-building event in St. Helens will take place Aug. 13-15. -
Columbia County Fair kicks off
South County Spotlight - NewsView photos from the start of the 2021 Columbia County Fair and Rodeo. The fair continues through Sunday -
Local couple to serve as Scappoose Centennial marshals
South County Spotlight - NewsCliff and Wanda Bauer fell in love, blended their families and have made their mark in South Columbia County -
Women, minorities, young affected most in pandemic downturn
South County Spotlight - NewsEmployment Department report finds implications for Oregon economic recovery now under way. -
Queen selected in My Fair Lady pageant
South County Spotlight - NewsQueen Lynn Shaw-Hayes and the four princesses will represent RSVP at events throughout the next year
Regional News
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Oregon Health Authority: Everyone should wear masks indoors
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Hardesty to sue Portland for leak of false hit-and-run claim
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THPRD, partners aim to put more parks near affordable housing
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Prineville mayor launches GOP bid to unseat Sen. Ron Wyden
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BLM, Pride banned? Newberg schools may nix anti-racist rules
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CEO: Rising crime spurs closure of SE Portland Burgerville
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'Coolest opportunity': Portland women's fire camp returns
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Hillsboro man charged in machete assault, ramming police car
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U.S. Ag Secretary Vilsack: nation, Oregon facing 'larger challenges'
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Lawyer: Laurelhurst homeless belongings unlawfully trashed
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Hillsboro hires first diversity, equity and inclusion leader
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Portland actor recalls sharing stage with Nic Cage in 'Pig'
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Police: Man shot dead outside Hillsboro 'mystery' bar
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Most WorkSource Oregon offices reopen to help job seekers
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Portland fencer Mariel Zagunis takes fifth at Tokyo Olympics
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Cities press lawmakers to intervene in Aurora Airport row
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All Portland metro counties urge public to wear face masks
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Crews fight six-acre blaze on Mount Hood by Government Camp
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