By MIKE WILEY, Publisher — The effort to require a vote on higher fuel taxes and increased fees reportedly gains over 150,000 signatures by late November — During late-November, a strong citizen-led effort reportedly gathered over 150,000 signatures in an effort to refer a large tax increase bill — HB
— Local friends and neighbors share what Christmas and the Holiday Season means to them — Sally Macklin — For me, Christmas has always been about the celebration, in the darkest, coldest part of the year, of Christ’s birth, and the miracle of God becoming man, to dwell among us…
By MIKE WILEY, Publisher — The bond measure, which would have hiked local property taxes, was defeated by an overwhelming margin — In the November 4 Special Election, voters in the Oregon Trail School District decisively rejected a proposed $172.2 million infrastructure bond, handing district officials a sharp defeat and
By BEN WEST, Clackamas County Commissioner, Position 5 — As the holiday season blankets Clackamas County in a gentle frost and twinkling lights adorn our neighborhoods, I find myself reflecting on the past year with a heart full of gratitude. As your County Commissioner, it’s my privilege to serve this
By MIKE WILEY, Publisher Some time ago, I read a book about the meaning of life by Canadian professor and psychologist Jordan Peterson. The book, which was a huge best-seller, is called 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos.One thing I quickly discovered is that you really have to
By MIKE WILEY, Publisher — I’m not a fan of superhero movies. Why? Because they paint a deceptive picture of what the world needs. Unrealistic, fictional characters with superhuman or magical powers? No. Our world and communities today really need more George Baileys. George Bailey is the main character in
By CHRISTINE DRAZAN, State Senator, District 26 — As I begin my role representing Senate District 26, I’m filled with gratitude for the opportunity to serve this district of hardworking families, neighbors who help one another, and communities who care for each other. I am excited to begin meeting with
Drake Snodgrass, founder of Drake’s 7 Dees Garden and Landscaping, has built more than gardens—he has cultivated a legacy of beauty, integrity, and faith that has carried him around the world promotingpeace and reconciliation Morning sunlight filters through glass and leaves, the steady rhythm of another workday beginning at Drake’s 7 Dees. For more than
Eye-catching pink recycle carts in Canby will help boost breast cancer awareness A splash of pink is set to brighten neighborhoods in Canby as local nonprofit Pink Sistas unveils its new initiative: Pink Recycle Carts designed to raise awareness for breast health and fund the organization’s programs. Deb Hart, founder of Pink Sistas, shared that this
The nation-wide, live-streamed event became a space for honesty, vulnerability, and connection For 24-hours straight, between noon on October 9th to noon on October 10th, Andrea Pickett, the Executive Director of My Father’s House in Gresham, was sitting on a bench outside, braving the cold, rain, and dark. Why was she doing such a thing?
Qualifying to host a Pro- Elite Commercial Service Center makes Gresham Ford part of a unique group of Ford-recognized dealers nationwide Gresham Ford celebrated the Grand Opening of their new Ford Pro Elite Commercial Service Center on Friday, October 24th in Gresham. Gresham Ford is the only dealership in Oregon to have obtained the status
Business and technology professional Andrew Morrison has announced his candidacy for Oregon House District 48, which includes Damascus, Clackamas, Happy Valley, and part of southeast Portland. Morrison, a husband, father, coach, and long-time community volunteer, said his decision to run again is rooted in a desire to bring practical, common-sense leadership to the Oregon Legislature.
By BEN WESTClackamas County Commissioner, Pos. 5 As a local leader in Clackamas, I am actively seeking innovative solutions to the pressing issues of homelessness, mental health, and substance use. These complex challenges require bold, creative approaches, but are also expensive. Sustainable timber policy may offer a significant opportunity for positive change. Empowering the county
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