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Former Columbia River Fire & Rescue Chief passes away
The emergency services community of Columbia County has been in mourning following the loss of Westport Fire and Rescue Division Chief Dave Coombs, who passed away earlier this month. A news release from Westport Fire and Rescue announced the passing of Coombs, saying he passed away at his home on April 2, at the early age of 53. Coombs’ career spanned over three decades, and his passion for the medical field began in early high school. ...
Diamond Dynamos: Last week's outstanding Westside baseball & softball performances (April 22-26)
Below are the outstanding performances from the Washington and Columbia County high school baseball and softball diamonds this past week. Baseball • Kruz Schoolcraft of Sunset went 2-for-3 with a home run, RBI and run-scored, while allowing one earned run and striking out 10 in a win over Jesuit • Zach Jaeger of Tigard went...
"Cow-culated Rescue": Stuck in the mud no more!
Emergency responders helped a family avoid a cow-tastrophe over the weekend, saving a cow who got stuck in a bog and was unable to escape. According to a Facebook post from Mist-Birkenfeld Rural Fire Protection District (RFPD), the owners of a cow named Ruby called on volunteers to help when Ruby got stuck in a marshy area of their property on April 21. The problem required a “cow-culated technical rescue.” ...
Softball Game Preview: Battle Ground Tigers vs. Kelso Hilanders
The Battle Ground Tigers will be playing in front of their home fans against the Kelso Hilanders at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Battle Ground's pitching crew has only allowed 2.8 runs per game this season, so Kelso's hitters will have their work cut out for them. Battle Ground is coming...
Upcoming Event: Clatskanie Farmer Collective’s spring market
Spring is in full swing, and to celebrate the season and support local vendors, the Clatskanie Farmer Collective (CFC) will be holding a Spring Market in collaboration with the Clatskanie Garden Club. The event will be held May 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will be located at 80 NE Art Steele Street, adjacent to the Clatskanie Food Hub. The event will feature early-season produce, plant starts, hot food, warm tea, and live music. ...
Upcoming Event: The annual St. Helens Garden Club Sale
The St. Helens Garden Club will be hosting its annual Spring Plant Sale, and for folks looking to get their summer gardens going, there will be options available for purchase. The sale will be held at the library porch in conjunction with the Friends of the Library Book Sale. The event will last from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 4. Fonda Lawson is one of the Co-Presidents of...
TLC, a Division of Fibre Federal Credit Union supports animal shelters
TLC, a Division of Fibre Federal Credit Union is helping children save money and save homeless animals with its Cash Club Cares Program. For every new member aged 18 or under who signs up for a Cash Club or Student Savings account, TLC donates five dollars to the Humane Society or animal shelter nearest the location where the account was opened, up to $5,000 total per year. Recently, TLC presented a check for $689 to the Tillamook Animal Shelter. Since the Cash Club Cares Program began in 2017, TLC has donated $33,321 to animal shelters in Tillamook, Lincoln, Clatsop, Columbia, and Cowlitz Counties, including $3,549 to the Tillamook Animal Shelter. TLC plans to continue this partnership with animal shelters and encourage community involvement within its service areas.
New Business: American Market opening in St. Helens
Options for a late night snack or refreshment in St. Helens are pretty limited, but after years of development, a new market has opened and it aims to serve the community at all hours. American Market, located at 115 N 18th St. in St. Helens, opened April 24 and will be open 24 hours a day. Once the home of an arcade, the space will now feature one of the only all-day operations in St. Helens. ...
Garden Plots: Using fertilizers, germinating soil, and pepper preparation
Events: April 27 The Columbia County Master Gardeners™ Spring Fair will be Saturday, April 27 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. There will 3,000+ tomato plants, 700+ pepper plants, and garden related items from other vendors including Means Nursery! It will be at the Fairgrounds again this year. May 2 Columbia County Beekeepers Monthly meeting. Thursday, May 2 at 7 p.m. Master Beekeeper Charlie VanDenHeuvel will be the speaker He will be...
Happening Now: Food drive benefitting Columbia County
To support a hunger-relief program that is vital to Columbia County, InRoads Credit Union will host a food drive from Monday, April 22 - Friday, May 3, across its three branches in Scappoose, St. Helens and Rainier. The food drive will benefit the Columbia Pacific Food Bank (CPFB), a food pantry whose mission is to empower the community and nourish those who lack access to essential resources. In addition to food donations, InRoads will accept cash donations that the credit union will match up to...
Full Story: County previews John Gumm renovations
Substantial progress has been made in the John Gumm Renovation and Improvement Project. In preparation for a fall move, Columbia County hosted a media briefing to provide an update. The event on April 17 was held at the John Gumm building, 251 St. Helens Street, in St. Helens. Featured speakers included Columbia County Commissioner Casey Garrett, St. Helens Mayor Rick Scholl, Paul Vogel, Executive Director of the Columbia Economic Team, and Brandon Sundeen, Vice President of the Columbia County Museum Association Board of Directors. ...
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