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