Some may ask, what is the Fourth Estate and what does it have to do with our freedom? The term “fourth estate” has various definitions. Some refer to it as the guardian of democracy or defender of the public interest, and it is generally referred to as the newspaper or mass media profession. When our […]
With the recent promotion of Chad Gaidos to Captain, he will assume new duties within the agency. Effective December 11th, 2017 Lieutenant Marc Shrake will become the PIO for the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office. Lt. Shrake has 25 years of law enforcement experience in our community which will prove to be a valuable asset in […]
Since the beginning of the Eagle Creek Fire, on September 5, 2017 the Corbett Fire District has been very fortunate. The Corbett Fire District, which protects the western portion of the Scenic Columbia River Gorge lost no structures in the area that is within the fire district, firefighters suffered no major injuries in the week […]
Connie Warnock’s Book “My Song” Still Resonates 30 Years Later Originally published in 1978, Connie’s poems explore love, pain, passion, family, and the power of self-love. This collection of poetry is a representation of growth, victories, faith and love. Enjoy reading… experience life through her eyes in the words of her heart. Connie’s next project […]
Cycles, vicious cycles. I know we all struggle with this. There’s something you want to change about yourself. You plan, prepare, strategize, have the proper motivation and then…well, you take action and like the famous Nike slogan, “you just do it!” Changes can be anything from losing weight, to reading more books vs. watching TV, […]
A Traditional Jack-O-Lantern Face • Choose a pumpkin that is ripe, with no bruises or nicks. Don’t carry a pumpkin by its stem, because it may break. (Larger pumpkins are easier to carve than small ones.) • For easy cleanup, place your pumpkin on several layers of newspaper before carving. • Using a marker draw […]
I don’t know about you, but fall is my favorite season. I love watching the transformation take place. Weather patterns that transition us from summer to fall, offer us a fresh new look at our environment. Trees turning brilliant shades are a delightful sight for many photographers, Sunday drivers and sightseers. The brisk regional winds […]
National Grandparents Day is celebrated on the first Sunday of September after Labor Day in the United States—this year that will be September 10th. Many people honor their grandparents through a range of activities such as gift-giving, card-giving, and for children to invite their grandparents to school for a day where they participate in special […]
They’re back! Those wonderful Church Bulletins! Thank God for the church ladies with typewriters. These sentences actually appeared in church bulletins or were announced at church services: The Fasting & Prayer Conference includes meals. Scouts are saving aluminum cans, bottles and other items to be recycled. Proceeds will be used to cripple children. The sermon […]
Current Evacuation Levels for Eagle Creek Fire as of 09/06/2017 7:00am Evacuation levels remain unchanged overnight. Please continue to monitor MCSO for any changes. Warrendale – Level 3 GO! Dodson – Level 3 GO! Larch Mountain- Level 3 GO! Latourell- Level 3 GO! Bridal Veil – Level 3 GO! Corbett, East of the 38700 block […]