News across Columbia County

Domestic Violence Awareness March takes place Oct. 3
The second annual Domestic Violence (DV) Awareness March is taking place Saturday, Oct. 3, at St. Helens’ McCormick Park (475 S. 18th St.). Beginning at 10 a.m., the event will start with a group march around the park, and end in a common area where guest speakers will share…

Tigers roll over rival Columbians
The Clatskanie Tigers varsity football team had a statement first quarter against the Rainier Columbians, scoring three touchdowns and finding success on all three two-point conversions. Clatskanie jumped out to an early lead thanks to a 35-yard touchdown run by quarterback Will…
Tigers handle Loggers, Greyhounds
Following their 2-1 match loss to Myrtle Point on Sept. 19, the Clatskanie High School varsity girls volleyball team has pulled off a four-set victory over Gaston and a sweep of Knappa. With both matches taking place inside the Clatskanie gymnasium. On Tuesday, Sept. 22, the…

Meet the Oregon Senate candidates on the ballot for Columbia County
Rainier Correspondent for The Eagle Nicole Jordan reached out via email to the two candidates who qualified for the official ballot: Rachel Armitage and Courtney Bangs. Jordan asked the candidates three questions, and they were given a word limit of 300 per response and a…
The Eagle launches digital-only subscriptions
The Eagle’s new website is up and running, bringing you the local news and events featured in our printed edition—with the convenience of reading wherever you go.To celebrate the launch, we’re offering digital-only subscriptions for just 99 cents for the first month and $2.99 per…

Road maintenance needs leaves large funding gaps
Oregon has one of the largest gaps in the country between its highway and bridge maintenance needs and what it spends on addressing them, according to a national study.Oregon is falling behind on transportation maintenance, with the state transportation department facing a $200…

Myrtle Point snaps Clatskanie’s win streak
Losing star Lacey Willis for a week with a high sprain, the Clatskanie girls volleyball team was able to win two out of its next three contests. The injury took place during the second set of the team’s Tuesday, Sept. 10 matchup against Santiam of Mill City, which the Tigers…

SPLAF 2026 celebrates new and local authors
The Scappoose Public Library will host a full day of literary activities Saturday, Oct. 10, with the second Scappoose Public Library Authors Festival and a “Spooktacular” used book sale. Thirteen local authors will share readings and discuss their work throughout the day, while…

Tigers bust loose in second half for win
The Clatskanie Tigers bounced back from their Week 2 loss to Heppner with a 42-26 road victory over Nestucca last Friday. Landyn Winton powered the Tigers with four rushing touchdowns and 138 yards on the ground, while quarterback Will Van Voorst threw for 203 yards and two…

Clatskanie Harvest Festival returns Sept. 26
Clatskanie Farmer Collective will wrap up its outdoor Farmers Market season with the annual Clatskanie Harvest Festival on Saturday, Sept. 26, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Cope’s Park (60 Lillich St.) in downtown Clatskanie.The Harvest Festival marks the final outdoor market of the…

Temporary HELP WANTED
Temporary HELP WANTEDRainier Cemetery District. Rainier, Ore.Rainier Cemetery District is seeking one part-time temporary employee for lawn maintenance and grounds upkeep. This is a minimum wage position.Job duties include mowing, trimming, weed control, and general cemetery…

HELP WANTED – Rainier Cemetery District. Rainier, Oregon.
HELP WANTED – Rainier Cemetery District. Rainier, Oregon.Rainier Cemetery District is seeking one full-time maintenance employee to assist in efficiently maintaining 12 cemeteries ensuring that they are kept well landscaped, safe for the community and clean while conducting all…