Guest Opinion

HOLIDAY MESSAGE: It’s a Wonderful Life … Be a Clarence

Every now and then, a challenge will arise, needing God’s intervention, for a lost soul to survive. Man…

Guest Opinion

OPINION: Put energy into restoring rights of Palestinians

In the days following the Dec. 7, 2024, fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria Israel entered the…

Food

OPINION: Nostalgia is the ‘Incomparable seasoning of the season’

On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me a star-shaped spritz cookie. Anticipation creates…

Agriculture

OPINION: Oregon needs a bipartisan federal Farm Bill

A farm bill is not just any piece of legislation. It represents a commitment and a promise to…

Guest Opinion

OPINION: Potential changes to regional supportive housing measure put progress at risk

Strong partnerships within Washington County have led to measurable progress just three years into the first 10-year period…

Opinion

Survey: What is your favorite type of event?

Get the latest news on your favorite topics straight from our journalists on the ground in cities all…

Guest Opinion

OPINION: Portland’s newest state senator reflects on her journey to office

I am a pediatrician, a mom and an activist. I grew up in the suburbs of Chicago with…

Agriculture

OPINION: Protecting the Owyhee Canyonlands appears to be up to Biden

Instead of implementing meaningful protections for the Oregon side of the Owyhee Canyonlands, politicians have missed the opportunity…

Guest Opinion

OPINION: Post-fire salvage ensures forests recover more quickly

The scars left by severe wildfires across Oregon’s forests are not only a reminder of nature’s power but…

Guest Opinion

OPINION: Don’t hold your breath waiting for Oregon to uphold election compact

When Gov. Kate Brown signed a bill into law for Oregon to join the National Popular Vote Interstate…