Free commentary: On this Christmas Eve, many of us will celebrate the story of a brown-skinned baby born in a manger. While the story offers joy and hope, it also chronicles fear. 

Free commentary: E-bikes are everywhere, sweeping us off our feet. But are they safe for young riders?

Free commentary: The Christmas Day service at Historic St. Paul’s chapel this Thursday marks a notable historic event: 150 years since the first Dec. 25 worship there.

Free commentary: Expressed opinions do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Columbia Gorge News, its staff, publisher or advertisers. 

FREE commentary: Imagine not being able to clearly see educational materials at the front of the classroom or on the walls of that classroom as a child. What about unable to see the words on the page of the book in front of you or on the screen of the electronic device used in your classroom?

The White Salmon Valley Pool project is near and dear to my heart. When I was young, my family did not miss a chance to tease me about the amount of time I spent in the water. When given the opportunity, I was first in the pool and the very last to get out.

Commentary from Rep. Jeff Helfrich: This time last year, I asked you to unplug, look up, and name what you’re thankful for. I shared how thankful I am for my family, the honor of serving House District 52, and the hard but necessary choice to step away from leadership so I could be more present here at home.

Commentary: Imagine my surprise and delight to learn that, even without experience, credentials, or a single interview, I managed to become the superintendent of an entire school district! I read it on the internet, so it must be true.

Commentary: In partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Glenwood-based nonprofit Mt. Adams Resource Stewards (MARS) introduced the Bullfrog Removal Action Team (BRAT) program in 2020 to attempt to reverse the steep decline of native Oregon spotted frogs in the Glenwood Valley.