This year's Oregon primary marked by thoughtful voting
Tuesday night’s election returns were marked by numerous unexpected twists and turns, some of which suggest shifting fortunes may be in the wind for the November general election, and perhaps elections ...
Portland follies easily flow south to Salem
On April 28, The Oregonian reported: "The path to riches in Portland Mayor Charlie Hales' final budget has been paved with 'unprecedented revenue growth,' according to a new financial forecast ...
County leading the way in battling child abuse
There was plenty to absorb in April, as agencies throughout the nation held events and gave interviews in recognition of Child Abuse Awareness Month. Even one case of abuse or neglect against our ...
Campaign season could exhaust work on state transportation bill
Transportation promises to be a key issue in statewide elections this year. A committee of lawmakers plans to begin in May crafting a transportation package for the 2017 legislative session, which promises ...
Olson a positive change to make for the county
Four years ago, we endorsed Allen Springer for Yamhill County commissioner on two main characteristics, transparency and independence. In our estimation, he has failed to deliver on either count, falling ...
System of neighborhood associations worth a look
Oregon has historically been proud of its citizen involvement. After all, allowing people to propose laws and amend the constitution is known nationwide as “The Oregon System.” As further ...
Assessor's office best left in the hands of Derrick Wharff
The campaign to fill the assessor’s office pits a former appraiser, Jeanie Sandall, against the current chief appraiser, Derrick Wharff. We give our nod to Wharff, based on his superior track record ...
School bonds on May ballot both the right size for voters
Residents of two local school districts will vote on school bonds in the May 17 primary. The sticker price on one gives us a moment of pause, but the other is all-around reasonable. In the end, we believe ...
The fix is in when it comes to filling 'open' legislative seats
On the surface, Sen. Doug Whitsett, Republican from conservative-leaning Klamath Falls, would seem to have little in common with Sen. Diane Rosenbaum, Democrat from liberal-leaning Portland. And what ...
Pierce is our pick for GOP gubernatorial nomination
Given Oregon’s recent history of Democratic domination, there seems little likelihood Bud Pierce or Allen Alley will unseat Democrat Kate Brown from the governor’s office in November. The ...
Not too late to welcome back veterans of the Vietnam War
Ceremonies around the nation this week commemorated the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War, and with them a widespread effort evolved to give the war’s American veterans the welcome they well deserved ...
RIchardson has pedigree for serious run as GOP candidate
The three-way Democratic primary for Oregon Secretary of State is expected to remain tightly competitive to the end. On the GOP side, however, we expect former state Rep. Dennis Richardson to easily turn ...
When government fails, everyone feels the pain
News Item: Yamhill County foster parents allegedly subject toddlers to starvation, degradation, cruelty and sexual and physical abuse for 2 1/2 years, permanently stunting their physical and mental development, ...
Devlin strongest Democrat in secretary of state field
The secretary of state’s office, currently led by appointed caretaker Jeanne Atkins, has a long and distinguished history. Its first holder was Whig Theophilus Magruder, chosen by Oregon’s ...
Time for local travel industry to move beyond the vine
Yamhill County is home to one of the most heralded wine tourism regions in the country. Now what? That’s the question local tourism stakeholders need to ask. The culinary and craft beverage ...
