Free commentary:Â As local newspapers have come under increasing pressure from economic challenges and shifting media consumption patterns, community leaders have witnessed the negative impact on civic life.
Free news:Â Children and families will have the opportunity to climb aboard a fire truck, learn about firefighting equipment, and try their hand at water-target activities provided by local firefighters and volunteersÂ
WASHINGTON - The Federal Trade Commission and eight states have sued three of the country’s largest advertising agencies for allegedly conspiring not to buy advertisements on websites and social media platforms that promote disfavored political viewpoints.
It’s hard to remember the days when there were only rotary phones, record players, and the three national television stations; when it was exciting to own a transistor radio and listen to the Beatles — anywhere.
By Chelsea Marr and Trisha Walker
Columbia Gorge News
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Free commentary:Â This new year, I want to say thank you to our readers far and wide. I also thank my reporters, freelancers and volunteers, who continue to put in extra effort week by week to cover important issues facing our community, work that is incredibly important.