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Pamplin's Corner: Promoting local events builds strong Oregon communities

You can’t be a good community member without stepping up to support your community. Read morePamplin's Corner: Promoting local events builds strong Oregon communities

Now that it’s spring, it will be interesting to experience all the wonder and unfolding this new season has to offer. I’m ready for wildflowers to sway in the sun… Read moreTHINGS TO DO: Liking lichen

OPINION: Tolls will make Oregonians worse off

ODOT estimates the average household will pay $575 a year just for its first phase of tolls Read moreOPINION: Tolls will make Oregonians worse off

Our 2023 Amazing Educator awards are out!

Over the past several weeks the 40-plus journalists who work for Pamplin Media Group have been working to bring you some of the “amazing educators” who are creati… Read moreOur 2023 Amazing Educator awards are out!

Editorial: We're Oregon’s largest printer of local news

Some may be surprised to know that the printed word is still highly sought and cherished by many people, especially here in Oregon.

Opinion: How will Clackamas County pay for its new courthouse?

Former member of the Budget Committee: DA, sheriff's offices need more money, not less diverted to building project

Celebrating our student athletes

Serving as our community’s best source of local news is not only our goal but our compass. Every day we strive to connect neighbors to one another and to the community through our commitment to delivering trusted, local news.

OPINION: Time to pump the brakes on ODOT tolling plan

Sometimes you need to slow down to avoid a mistake. A perfect example of this is ODOT’s runaway plan to toll all lanes of I-5 and I-205 in the Portland metro area.

Readers' letters

Honor those who use their power, wealth for good

Tackling difficult news stories

Business, faith leaders: Clackamas County commissioners should vote yes on housing for vulnerable neighbors

For every 100 families with extremely low incomes in Clackamas County, there are only 24 affordable homes available. Even those of us who are fortunate enough to have a safe, affordable place to sleep at night can likely think of a neighbor, …

Woodburn ARCO serves up sticker shock

I think people should be aware of the predatory pricing at the Woodburn ARCO station located at 850 Lawson Ave.

Opinion: Legislature needs to act now and pause ODOT on I-205 tolling

The Oregon Transportation Commission and the Department of Transportation are now on a fast track to charge tolls at the Interstate 205 Abernethy Bridge in Oregon City and the Tualatin River Bridge near Tualatin and Lake Oswego. Tolling all l…

More work needed to protect reproductive rights

Andrea Salinas says a sweeping national ban on abortion is unlikely to become law, but pro-choice advocates need to remain vigilant nonetheless.

My view: Opportunities for common ground following State of the Union

Congresswoman Chavez-DeRemer: From trade to fentanyl to veterans’ affairs, there is much to agree about for members of both major parties.

Board president: Partnerships are key to solving homelessness in Metro area

Homeless Solutions Coalition of Clackamas County: While the price tag of the governor’s initiative on homelessness may seem big, but if we don’t act now, it will be bigger

My View: Mail Tribune stood for values that endure

Salem coverage linked growing Rogue Valley to rest of Oregon; news organization performed watchdog and advocacy functions.

Opinion: Congressman Kurt Schrader, thank you for your years of service

Neal Reisner: Former legislator worked with those from both sides of the aisle to support those affected by ALS/Lou Gehrig’s disease, Second Amendment

My View: Thanks for the new hometown newspaper

I was in Medford when news broke that the EO Media Group was starting a new newspaper to replace the Mail Tribune that had recently gone out of business. I was there to attend an informal Medford High School class reunion that was organized m…

PHOTOGRAPHER'S NOTEBOOK: A moment in Oregon’s history as seen through my lens

Two fellow photojournalists and I were allowed to capture the historic moment when Tina Kotek, soon to be governor, stood with her wife and rewrote Oregon history books.

T-shirts to live by

There seems to be an urgent need deep in our psyches to let others know what is important to us and what precepts we live by. Professional writers, from novelists to journalists, have a corner on this market, but that doesn’t matter to Joe Bl…

Former ODOT director: Oregon needs to slam the brakes on tolling plans

Cam Gilmour: Traffic diversion to roads and streets will degrade livability of neighborhoods, harm businesses

A positive year for education

Nothing improves schools like parental involvement

Opinion column: Oregon schools need to be open and welcoming to all students, including out LGBTQ2SIA+ community

As she leaves office, Gov. Brown lays down rules on how public schools in Oregon should treat gender-expansive students.

Say hello to the new Wilsonville Spokesman website!

Our refreshed website makes it easier for you to find the information you need about Wilsonville.

Readers' letters

Readers weigh in on races for county commissioner as well as House District 26.

Readers' letters

Readers weigh in on race for county commissioner as well as House District 26.

Reader's letter

With all the bad and sad news, it is so important to remember there are good and generous people all around us.

Reader's letter

Have the Metro Councilors driven I-5 South from Tualatin to Wilsonville between 2-6 p.m. on a work day?

Reader's letter

If enough registered Oregon voters sign Petition 17 by July 8, we can put gun safety on the November ballot.

Opinion: Overturning Roe v. Wade could impact basic rights

I'm concerned about effects of decision including it leading to further restrictions of basic rights

Readers' letters

Vote Sonya Fisher for commission; I endorse King for state senate; District attorney Barton needs to go

Readers' letters

Wilsonville Spokesman readers weigh in on the primary race for Oregon Senate

Kick off summer with annual YMCA Healthy Kids Day

Celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2022, Healthy Kids Day is the Y's national initiative to improve health and well-being for kids and families.

Reader's letter

I urge people to cast their vote for Aaron Woods, a candidate who will legislate with clarity for us all.

I'm concerned about Newberg Pool bill

Overregulation poses a unique threat on the Willamette, given that the Newberg Pool is already one of the most highly regulated bodies of water in Oregon.

Edith Green Park planning takes shape

Last July, the Board received a request from the Pickleball Committee to approve the construction of multiple pickleball courts within Edith Green Park.

Benjamin Banneker — A hero forgotten in time

Bannecker is an example of the African American contribution to the founding of this country.

Readers' letters

Housing policy demands creative solutions; Starnes could help persuade rural voters

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