By Rebecca Wallis Yamhill County, OR – February 2, 2026 Campaigns are built on promises, and governing is measured by conduct. In Yamhill County, voters are fortunate to have a detailed public record that allows for a direct comparison between the two. Below is a...
Letters for January 30, 2026
Small County, BIG Adventures #LoveWhereYouLive When families look for places to recreate outdoors, they don’t think about who owns or manages the land. They think about whether it’s safe, age-appropriate, and engaging for their kids.
Anti-ICE Vigil Held at Newberg Flagpole; Claims Emerge That Portions of Memorial Were Removed
By Rebecca Wallis Newberg, OR – January 28,2026 A candlelight vigil was held Sunday, Jan. 25, at the Newberg flagpole along Pacific Highway to honor Alex Pretti and others who organizers say have been killed...
When the FBI Is Mistaken for ICE, Public Safety Suffers
By Rebecca Wallis Yamhill County, OR – January 26, 2026 Confusion between federal law enforcement agencies is creating real consequences in Oregon. During a recent interview with representatives from the Federal Bureau of Investigation, agents...
Local Tax to Fund Staffing Considered as District Weighs Closing Rural School
By Rebecca Wallis Newberg, OR – January 25, 2026 The Newberg School District 29J is preparing to ask voters to approve a new local option property tax levy, potentially as soon as the May 2026...
Hawaiian Bros to Open First Newberg Location Jan. 19
By Rebecca Wallis Newberg, OR – January 16, 2026 Hawaiian Bros, a fast-growing island-inspired restaurant chain, will open its first Newberg location on Monday, Jan. 19, at 5212 Portland Road, according to a company press...
Editor’s Viewpoint: How PAC-Managed Campaigns Control Candidates
By Rebecca Wallis Yamhill County, OR – January 16, 2026 Managed Operational Models Are Reshaping Yamhill County Elections Marvin Bernards did not lose an election. His campaign was shut down. That distinction matters because it...