It’s tough to remember a time when our leadership didn’t despise and actively work against the will of St. Helens’ residents. This is a common feeling I hear from my family members, neighbors, and colleagues. And, I completely agree: our...
3 November 2024
St. Helens is NOT Portland: Resisting Big City Bleed
St. Helens is one-of-a-kind, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. As residents, we’re proud of our small-town values and unique character. That’s why we’re fed up with the increase of Portland policies seeping into our local government. For...
30 October 2024
Why I Love St. Helens
I’m blessed to call myself a resident of St. Helens. I know this is a feeling shared by many of my family members (all four generations!), friends, neighbors, and colleagues. Who can’t help but fall in love with such a...
3 June 2024
St. Helens Faces Key Mayoral and City Council Elections in November
Published on ColumbiaCountySpotlight.com The upcoming election in November will determine the new mayor and two city council members for St. Helens. While Mayor Rick Scholl's candidacy for another term is uncertain, councilor Jessica Chilton has confirmed her intention to run...
7 August 2023
St. Helens’ Approach to Regulating Public Camping for the Homeless
Published on TheChronicleOnline.com St. Helens City Council has passed a new law in line with House Bill 3115, detailing rules for public camping. The ordinance addresses concerns about where, when, and how people can camp, aiming to balance legal requirements...
