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St. Paul Rodeo anoints its new royal court
Three young women have been selected who will represent what is billed as the nation’s largest Fourth of July rodeo. Following what is termed as a “pageant” that included personal interviews, speeches and demonstrations of horsemanship, Tigard resident Macy Montgomery has been selected as queen of the 2025 annual St. Paul Rodeo. Joining her will be princesses Anna Baumholtz of Dayton and Stayton resident Morgan Brownell. “The royal court will...
No need to make parking scary for St. Helens' Spirit of Halloweentown
With the wildly popular Spirit of Halloweentown now in full swing, the only scary part might be trying to find parking. Luckily, there are some reminders and some solutions for an event that will swell the streets of St. Helens from now until Oct. 31. Among the things to keep in mind is that South First Street from Cowlitz Street to St. Helens Street will be closed Fridays beginning at 5 p.m., continuing through midnight on Mondays. ...
Spooky streets and sweet treats: Halloween comes to downtown Hillsboro
Break out the costumes and get ready to gorge on candy in the heart of Hillsboro this spooky season. Halloween in Downtown Hillsboro is back for another year of haunting fun, dressing up Main Street for a celebration featuring live performances, costume contests and more holiday spirit from 3-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26. A tradition dating back more than three decades, the festivities began when downtown businesses banded together to...
Portland's camping ban, 100 days in
It's been 100 days since the city of Portland began enforcing its outdoor camping ban. Why it matters: Whether the policy is working as a way to curb rising homelessness, trash and tents depends on who you ask. Catch up quick: The ban, which was unanimously passed by the City...
Happy 'Howloween': Oregon Zoo readies treats for guests
Who else is howling for Halloween to hurry up and get here? For those who can relate, the Oregon Zoo is ready to start the festivities with its annual Howloween celebration on Oct. 19-20 and 26-27. Kids can show off their costumes, fill treat bags and learn about wildlife in a fun, safe setting. Live entertainment will be both weekends. Visitors can enter a costume contest, pose with spooky animal X-ray photo ops and try to guess the weight of an extra-large pumpkin. Activities are free with zoo admission, all of the candy is made with deforestation-free palm oil. For a full schedule of events and more information, visit online.
OPINION: Tell Gov. Kotek to honor farmland and rural reserves
I'm writing today, on behalf of the nonprofit group Save Helvetia, to express our concerns about a potential land grab. Gov. Kotek recently proposed bringing 373 acres of land zoned Rural Reserve into Hillsboro’s urban growth boundary for the state’s National Semiconductor Technology Center application. The governor would use her power under Senate Bill 4 (for which Hillsboro strongly advocated) to override normal planning with little to no public information or engagement. ...
Portland mailman dies 12 days after he was stabbed outside his Clackamas apartment
Two people face serious charges in Clackamas County court after attacking a 43-year-old man outside his Clackamas County apartment Sept. 21. Because the man, Tristan Thomas — who, according to court documents, worked as a mailman in Portland — died of his injuries Oct. 3, prosecutors have upgraded charges for one of the suspects to second-degree murder. Along with the murder charge, Chad Westover, 52, faces charges of unlawful use of a weapon and tampering with evidence. According to an Oct. 9 press release from...
Portland woman writes book aimed at teaching kids about homelessness: 'Not lose sight of people’s humanity'
PORTLAND, Ore. — A new children’s book being published by Portland’s Blanchet House aims to teach children about homelessness and the circumstances that can contribute to it. Julie Showers is the communications director at Blanchet House, which provides services for people facing homelessness. Showers co-wrote the book...
Exploring Canada's wild in Hillsboro: The Wardens hit the Walters stage in November
Venture into Canada’s untamed wilderness without ever leaving Hillsboro. The Wardens play the Walters Cultural Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22, taking listeners on a musical trek through tales of the mountains and the beauty of nature. Rooted deeply in their connection to the great outdoors, the trio consists of three Canadian park rangers telling stories shaped by over 50 years of collective experience. The band was founded...
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