Columnists

Other views: John Day mayor fires back on citizen complaint

I’m writing this letter as a way to stand up for what I believe is right and because…

Editorials

From the editor’s desk: Nov. 27, 2023

I had the privilege of riding along with Tina Leighton on Thanksgiving as she delivered free holiday meals…

Editorials

Our view: Detectors a useful tool in curbing student vaping

The distinctive, and pervasive, odor of cigarette smoke makes it difficult for students to get away with smoking…

Columnists

Farmer’s Fate: It’s a Blockbuster? What’s that?

“It’s a Blockbuster store!” I shouted as I whipped around in my seat to make sure my eyes…

Editorials

Our View: Searching for the magic number in education

There is a magic number in Oregon education funding. We aren’t talking about the salary numbers that would…

Letters

Letter: Rookstool recall effort unfair, misguided

To the Editor: I would like to comment on the proposed recall of the John Day mayor. For…

Editorials

From the editor’s desk: Nov. 20, 2023

Last Wednesday, I attended a benefit dinner for the family of Tim Nodine at the John Day Elks…

Columnists

Off the Beaten Path: Letters to the editor and beyond

As a child, I never realized a letter could cause so much contention or enjoyment. I considered my…

Editorials

Our view: The ODOT mess and who messed up

We can’t blame you if you are suspicious when the government says it doesn’t have enough money to…

Editorials

Our View: Thoughts on mental health and policing

Melissa Fulfer shared her family’s struggles with mental illness because she wants to help others in similar circumstances.…

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