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Sandy students host fun run for Pride

In an effort to bring a new affirming event to Sandy, the Students Advocating for Equality (S.A.F.E.) group is partnering with the city of Sandy to host a Run/Wal… Read moreSandy students host fun run for Pride

Feds charge Rich Fellers with crossing state lines to have sex with minor

Prominent Oregon horse trainer who competed in 2012 Summer Olympics is charged by U.S. Attorney's Office Read moreFeds charge Rich Fellers with crossing state lines to have sex with minor

Deems ready to take helm as Sandy's interim city manager

City Manager Jordan Wheeler’s last day with the city of Sandy is May 31, meaning Interim City Manager Tyler Deems takes the reins as of June 1. Read moreDeems ready to take helm as Sandy's interim city manager

Gresham Outlook to host "Plums for Months" reading by Zaji Cox

In the pages of Zaji Cox’s “Plums for Months” are a plethora of colorful and imaginative stories about growing up neurodivergent, biracial and surrounded by “a st… Read moreGresham Outlook to host "Plums for Months" reading by Zaji Cox

Summer water outlook in the shadow of Mount Hood: Looking good so far

Skiiers and snowboarders had a great winter to play in, but that doesn't mean drought isn't a concern. Read moreSummer water outlook in the shadow of Mount Hood: Looking good so far

Boring grange members ready aprons, smiles for annual breakfast fundraiser

As is tradition, Boring-Damascus Grange members and local politicians will serve up strawberry waffles to the community from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, June 11, in … Read moreBoring grange members ready aprons, smiles for annual breakfast fundraiser

Elks Lodge invites Clackamas County to first public flag display

Twenty-three American flags will go up at dawn and will be taken down at dusk on Monday, May 29 Read moreElks Lodge invites Clackamas County to first public flag display

Justice for horses will have to wait while Clackamas County defendant seeks legal counsel

Michael Jean Wells, 47, fails to obtain attorney despite nearly two months passing since the initial March 30 charges

Clackamas County residents play key roles in “The Full Monty” at Portland’5 Winningstad Theatre

Unemployed steelworkers conquer their fears and become stronger through stripping

Portland man convicted in 2021 Tigard double murder

Ronald Terry Stephens is found guilty in the shooting deaths of Lacy Kitchens and Frank Delgado-Falcon.

Sandy-based market makes return on May 19

Farmers market season is finally here, following the sun and warm weather’s early debut. AntFarm opened its Mount Hood Farmers Market at 2 p.m. Friday, May 19. Vendors, AntFarm staff and community members alike seemed delighted to see its return.

Springwater Grange invites the public to its annual Strawberry Social

Funds raised at the event support Grange programs

Youth fishing event planned at Small Fry Lake along Clackamas River on June 3

Join the Mt. Hood National Forest and Portland General Electric for a free youth fishing clinic from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 3.

Seeing lots of box elder bugs? Blame the heat, experts say

Chip Bubl has been fielding calls about box elder bugs and stink bugs in Columbia County.

Rock-hounding good time coming to Clackamas County fairgrounds

Clackamette Mineral and Gem Club members are preparing their annual free showcase

Oregon Renaissance Faire returns to Clackamas County Fairgrounds

Swords flash in the sunlight, ale sates thirst of visitors during event expanded to three weekends

Boring theater cast skillfully depicts backstage comedy through June 4

There is a very unique bond formed among those who act together, and this bond goes doubly for Nutz-n-Boltz Theater Co. current production of the play within a play: “Jitters” by David French. The chemistry of the cast in the comedy directed …

Sandy signs IGA to aid neighboring cities in event of emergency

On May 15, Sandy City Council authorized City Manager Jordan Wheeler to sign an intergovernmental agreement (IGA) that will allow cities to lend personnel to partnering municipalities within Clackamas County when employees are unable to get t…

Wine Country license plates fund Mt. Hood and Columbia River Gorge cookbook

Recipes using local ingredients to highlight agritourism experiences in region

Legacy Mount Hood investigated by feds

Mid-June reopening of the birth center continues to be the goal

Incumbents lead in contested Sandy Fire Board races

Incumbents Brian, Fox take strong early leads in May 16 special district election for positions on Sandy Fire District board.

Two newcomers, one incumbent claim seats on Oregon Trail School Board

While all races for the Oregon Trail School District board of directors were uncontested in the May 2023 Special District Election, the news is the newcomers.

Wiege, Bigelow remain at Boring Water District

Results in the Boring Water District race were anything but fluid late Tuesday night.

Volunteers secure board seats to serve Government Camp

This special district election, two small but important boards on Mount Hood had seats up for grabs: the Government Camp Sanitary District and the Government Camp Road District.

Flash floods, landslides could be threat across Oregon today

The Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries announces the potential threat of landslides, as parts of Oregon brace for flooding.

Whitewater enthusiasts, rejoice! Upper Clackamas Whitewater Festival, the largest whitewater festival in Oregon, returns after 3-year hiatus

After a three-year hiatus, the Upper Clackamas Whitewater Festival will return to the churning rapids of the Clackamas River near Estacada with events for kayakers, rafters and paddle boarders and of course, spectators.

Multnomah Falls timed tickets return Friday, May 26

Visitors to I-84 lot must purchase $2 ticket in advance

Clackamas County works to fund replacement of aging Bull Run Bridge

Bull Run Bridge, which is located north of Sandy and runs over the Bull Run River, is now more than 126 years old. Like anything more than a century old, it has seen better days, and without proper funding to replace it, this connector for th…

Longtime columnist Sharon Nesbit retires

In journalism, you’re taught to ask “who, what, where, when, why and how?” For Sharon Nesbit, her go-to question for years has been “Well, how did that start?”

Homeless count drops in Clackamas County

“We’re making a significant difference in one of the most difficult problems,” County Deputy Director of Housing and Community Development Vahid Brown said.

Gresham documentary highlights connection with water

MetroEast Community Media short film getting rave reviews

Free wildfire preparedness fair at Timberline

Wildfire season is here, and the Mount Hood Corridor is considered high-risk.

Oregon Jewish Museum highlights vibrant culture in Clackamas County

Capacity crowd attends presentation at Museum of the Oregon Territory

Moderate COVID wave may be heading to Oregon

The new variant, ‘Arcturus,’ could drive a shallow surge in cases.

New ranger takes over Zigzag district of Mt. Hood National Forest

A new ranger is in town for the Zigzag Ranger District of the Mt. Hood National Forest. On May 8, Nicholas Seibel of West Linn took over the position, filling the boots of longtime ranger Bill Westbrook who retired this past winter. Westbrook…

Mrs. Gresham continues finding hope, even without state title

Mrs. Gresham Sami Watson left the statewide Mrs. Oregon pageant empty handed this weekend, but it wasn't a total loss.

Paving, construction expected on Highway 26 on Mount Hood summer 2023

Those with plans to recreate on Mount Hood in the Brightwood to Zigzag area should be aware that construction season is coming.

Auditor: Fagan’s actions should not reflect on audit or auditors

Oregon’s chief auditor: ‘Secretary Fagan … had no input on the findings, conclusions or recommendations that appear in the final audit report.’

Boring theater to take audience behind the scenes with 'Jitters'

If you love theater, you’ll be very happy with Nutz-n-Boltz Theater Company’s next production. Going rather meta for May, the Boring thespians will open “Jitters” by David French on Friday, May 19.

Oregon Secretary of State resigns: How did we get here? What’s next?

Shemia Fagan’s resignation on Tuesday came after a whirlwind series of events, catching many Oregon political insiders off guard.

Clinic to offer aid with expungement, name/gender change processes in Sandy

Clackamas Workforce Partnership's Clean Slate Clackamas program will host a free expungement, name/gender change clinic at AntFarm in Sandy on May 13.

Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek puts pause on tolling until 2026, legislators say

Legislators reiterate need more improved process to consider impacts to local communities

Oregon's new interim secretary of state is former North Clackamas School Board member

"Who is Cheryl Myers?" might be a question on people's minds following the resignation of Shemia Fagan

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