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Transfer station in St. Helens to make it easier to test for asbestos, lead
The harmful substances of asbestos and lead will be easier to detect thanks to the efforts of the Columbia County Solid Waste Department. A new drop box is installed at the St. Helens Transfer Station for asbestos and lead testing services, offering county residents a convenient and affordable way to access comprehensive testing services. The St. Helens location joins five other drop boxes located in the Portland, Vancouver and Salem...
'Farm to Table' dinner in Warren will benefit Columbia Pacific Food Bank
In an effort to fight hunger locally, the Columbia Pacific Food Bank is hosting a special fundraising event. In its premiere Farm to Table dinner entitled “Nourish,” food will be served and raffles will be held from 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, at the St. Helens Golf Course in Warren. Chrissy Marquardt, marketing and events manager at the food bank, said, “We’re reaching out to the public to formally invite...
Oregon’s psilocybin law challenged over alleged discrimination against homebound patients
A group of Oregon health care providers filed a federal lawsuit on Monday, June 24, challenging Oregon’s first-in-the-nation psilocybin law, claiming the law discriminates against homebound patients who cannot travel to psilocybin service centers for treatment. The lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District Court in Eugene against the Oregon Health Authority, which regulates psilocybin services in the state, as first reported by Marijuana Moment. The plaintiffs — which include three licensed psilocybin facilitators and a physician specializing in care for terminally ill and homebound patients — allege the law violates the Americans with Disabilities Act and does not allow reasonable accommodations to treat their homebound patients. KOIN 6 News is a partner of this publication. Find the original story here.
Supreme Court mandates emergency abortions in Idaho. Here's what it means for Oregonians.
The U.S. Supreme Court dropped a long-awaited decision Thursday, June 27, ruling that hospitals in Idaho that receive federal funding must provide emergency abortion services, despite that state’s near total ban on abortions. Oregonians have been watching for a ruling on Moyle v. United States because a recent study by the Guttmacher Institute, a pro-abortion think tank, recently released data showing that of 11,930 abortions provided within Oregon hospitals and clinics in 2023, about one in 10 were for out-of-state patients, including an estimated 400...
Supreme Court mandates emergency abortions in Idaho. Here's what it means for Oregonians.
The U.S. Supreme Court dropped a long-awaited decision Thursday, June 27, ruling that hospitals in Idaho that receive federal funding must provide emergency abortion services, despite that state’s near total ban on abortions. Oregonians have been watching for a ruling on Moyle v. United States because a recent study by the Guttmacher Institute, a pro-abortion think tank, recently released data showing that of 11,930 abortions provided within Oregon hospitals and clinics in 2023, about one in 10 were for out-of-state patients, including an estimated 400...
Missed opportunities again plague Hops in second straight loss to Vancouver
All is not lost, but momentum certainly is. After winning eight of 12 games, for the third straight game the Hops ended up on the wrong side of the winning equation, this time falling to the Canadians 3-1 on Wednesday night, June 26, at Nat Bailey Stadium in Vancouver. Despite nine hits, the visiting Hops managed just a single run, going just 1-for-8 with runners in scoring position and stranding...
Our TV picks for Friday, July 12: The Real Sharkano; The Serpent Queen; Fantasmas
The Real Sharkano DISC 8 p.m. Bite into more Shark Week with shark advocate and attack survivor Paul De Gelder as he visits a remote island populated by shark-worshippers. Paul is eager to see if their secret ways of swimming with sharks can lead to greater harmony between species. The Serpent Queen ...
Our TV picks for Friday, June 28: Family Empire: Houston; WWE Friday Night SmackDown; The Big Bakeover
Family Empire: Houston OWN 5 p.m. Follow as the multi-generational Braden family attempts to continue in the footsteps of their matriarch, Oscarene, a self-made real estate mogul in Houston. In this series premiere, Oscarene built a legacy for her family and now they need to step up. WWE Friday Night SmackDown ...
Our TV picks for Friday, June 28: Family Empire: Houston; WWE Friday Night SmackDown
Family Empire: Houston OWN 5 p.m. Follow as the multi-generational Braden family attempts to continue in the footsteps of their matriarch, Oscarene, a self-made real estate mogul in Houston. In this series premiere, Oscarene built a legacy for her family and now they need to step up. WWE Friday Night SmackDown KPTV 8 p.m. Live from the most famous arena in the world, Madison Square Garden in New York City, qualifying matches for the men’s and women’s Money in the Bank ladder matches continue to roll on. Who will punch their ticket to this annual spectacular?
Potential Columbia County young entrepreneurs can strut their stuff during competition
The board chair of a Columbia County nonprofit is announcing a program that is reminiscent of the popular television show "Shark Tank." The Youth Entrepreneur Competition, put on by Columbia County Helping Undo Barriers has kicked off in Columbia County, which will allow young men and women to pitch their potential business ideas to an audience. Columbia County HUB is a nonprofit focused on guiding people through major life barriers,...
Pollinators are an important part of gardens
A thriving backyard garden requires homeowners to take steps to ensure the garden has the best environment in which to grow and thrive. The right tools and components, including trowels, rakes, soil, amendments, and fertilizer, can help gardeners create beautiful spaces. It’s also important that pollinators feel welcome in the garden. The United States Department of Agriculture reports that one-third of all agricultural output depends on pollinators. The USDA notes...
PCC continues offering cannabis industry courses
For those interested in breaking into the cannabis industry, Portland Community College has an opportunity to reach that Blue Dream. Since June 2023, the college has been offering nine-week long online courses to teach people how to flower in a cannabis career. Max Simon, CEO and co-founder of Green Flower, said, "One of the things I think I'm most proud of is just that it's really been great at helping...
It's time to check your watering schedule and look after your rhubarb and asparagus
Each month, the OSU Extension provides reminders of essential garden chores, such as fertilizing, pest control, planting and maintenance. The recommendations in this calendar are not necessarily applicable to all areas of Oregon. For more information, contact your local Extension office. The Oregon State University Extension Service encourages sustainable gardening practices. Preventive pest management is emphasized over reactive pest control. Identify and monitor problems before acting and opt for the...
U.S. Supreme Court-watchers in Oregon watch … and wait
For Oregonians awaiting two momentous rulings from the U.S. Supreme Court … well, as of Wednesday, June 26, they’re still waiting. With only a week left in its session, the high court on Wednesday sided with President Biden, rejecting efforts by some to limit White House pressure on social media firms regarding the flagging of disinformation. But the two most closely watched cases from an Oregon perspective didn’t get handed...
2024 Maybach GLS 600 is over the top luxury
In the world of luxury SUVs, there are very few that can compete with the Maybach GLS. The Bentley Bentayga and Rolls Royce Cullinan are really about the only SUVs that deliver comparable features. The Aston Martin DBX and Lamborghini Urus are more sport-oriented. Before we get too far in, a little explanation is in order. Maybach is a special ultra-luxury brand from the already luxurious Mercedes-Benz. Reading the current market carefully, Mercedes offers dozens of ways to customize and plus up any of their...
Pitcher's duel ends poorly for Hops in 2-0 loss to Vancouver
You win some, you lose some, and it was the Hops who were on the wrong end of a pitcher’s duel in a 2-0 loss to Vancouver on Tuesday night, June 25, at Nat Bailey Stadium in Vancouver. Hillsboro (1-3) starting pitcher Avery Short was dominant, allowing no earned runs on just two hits over seven innings of work, but it was Vancouver’s Lazaro Estrada who got the win, allowing four hits while striking out seven in seven shutout innings. ...
Our TV picks for Thursday, June 27: AFI Life Achievement Award: Nicole Kidman; Moonlight; My Strange Addiction: Still Addicted?
AFI Life Achievement Award: Nicole Kidman TCM 5 p.m. This special, filmed at the 49th AFI Lifetime Achievement Award Gala this past April, honors the career of prolific actress Nicole Kidman. Celebrating Kidman’s impact on film, it features speeches from Zoe Saldaña, Aaron Sorkin, Keith Urban and more. Moonlight ...
COLUMN | Milkweed + Honey: Lessons from my dad
It should surprise no one that this columnist became interested in gardening. It runs in the family. From my earliest memories, my dad, Bernie Schell, heaved on his big steel-toed boots every morning and came home filthy every evening from working in the dirt all day. Dad worked in landscaping in the high desert area of Twin Falls, Idaho, for four decades. He started at a golf course and then worked for a garden center before becoming self-employed. ...
Is a tourism committee in the cards for St. Helens?
Budget and planning committees are common in cities, but what about a tourism committee? The St. Helens City Council is considering forming a tourism committee, especially after bringing on its new events coordinator, Treadway Events & Entertainment. At a city council work session, held Wednesday, June 19, the council considered the next steps in forming a tourism committee. According to city records, a tourism committee last met in St. Helens...
Oregon governor appoints new Columbia County Circuit Court Judge
A Columbia County Deputy District Attorney has been appointed as Columbia County’s newest Circuit Court Judge. Gov. Tina Kotek announced the appointment of Nickolas A. Brajcich to fill a vacancy created by outgoing Judge Cathleen Callahan, according to a press release sent Tuesday, June 25. Callahan’s retirement took effect May 31, and Brajcich will serve through 2026. Circuit Court judges typically are selected through nonpartisan elections for 6-year terms. However,...
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