Oct 30
Oct 30 Vote for David Stuebe

David Stuebe puts people over politics. He has spent his life in service to his community and to his country with 30 years in the Marine Corps, retiring as a Colonel. David’s resume is impressive and speaks to how he will be as a legislator - compassionate, moderate and collaborative.

Oct 25
Oct 25 Vote in favor of CGCC Measure 33-1111

Columbia Community Connection

We've been fortunate to bring in high quality equipment, and make it accessible to local startups, innovators, hobbyists, businesses and of course our students. Through economic development partnerships with the National Institute of Standards and Technology and Oregon Manufacturing Extension Partnership, the AM&F program has kept $382,000 in our region.

Oct 25
Oct 25 Vote David Stuebe for Washington State House, Dist. 17, Pos. 2

Tom Peterson

As mayor and a moderate conservative, his ability and track record of "working across the aisle” is impressive. In these times of political division, we need a representative who cares about ALL citizens and can secure funding to address OUR district's needs as David has done in Washougal.

Oct 23
Oct 23 Join me in supporting Columbia Gorge Community College Bond

Columbia Community Connection

As the former director of the Port of The Dalles, I believe that a robust community college is essential for providing workforce training to support new and expanding businesses. This training is crucial for attracting and nurturing local enterprises, thereby creating employment opportunities for our youth and fellow citizens.

Oct 18
Oct 18 Vote for Nick Walden Poublon for State Representative

Columbia Community Connection

He is the hardest-working candidate I’ve ever encountered. Nick has visited The Dalles many times. He has personally telephoned me several times and knocked on our door at least twice. Recent polling showed him just 3 points behind the incumbent.

Oct 18
Oct 18 Please join me in voting for Nick Walden Poublon

Columbia Community Connection

He's not a "politician," he is someone who has dedicated his career to community service. I have met him and listened to him speak several times when he has come to The Dalles. While he lives in a rural community closer to the metro area, the fact that he has been spending so much time on the east side of our district shows me he is committed to serving us.

Oct 15
Oct 15 Republicans for Harris-Walz

Columbia Community Connection

I've lived and worked in Wasco County for the past 54 years and I am a registered Republican. This election my wife, Sharon Stewart, and I will be voting for Kamala Harris for President and Tim Walz for Vice President because we love our country and cherish the freedoms we enjoy as Americans.

Oct 9

Oct 9 A huge thanks to those that Bobbed-a-Long!

Columbia Community Connection

We had participants ranging from age 3 to 83 and coming from throughout Oregon as well as Arizona, California, Washington—and even Minnesota. The seven decades of coaching from 1968 to 2024 were all represented—sometimes by the individual runners and sometimes by parents and grandparents as well.

Oct 7
Oct 7 Yes on Bond for Columbia Gorge Community College

Stephen Jupe

CGCC may not always be top of mind for many of us, but its influence on our region is unmistakable. From nursing and healthcare programs to trades and technical training, CGCC equips residents with the skills to thrive in essential local industries.

Oct 2
Oct 2 Education chair urges voters to take advantage of $5.5 million with college bond

Tom Peterson

This bond measure was written carefully to bring in enough taxpayer investment to secure a significant matching grant from the state with no tax increase, and still be enough to complete the highest priority campus safety, technology, and infrastructure updates in The Dalles and Hood River.

Oct 2
Oct 2 HR Mayor endorses Community College Bond

Tom Peterson

I remember the day when we cut the ribbon on the new building in HR and joined the college district. Since then, countless kids (and adults) have benefitted from this local educational resource. As the buildings age, we need to keep them up and modern. I want the next generation to have the same high quality CGCC that we enjoy today.

Sep 25
Sep 25 I'm voting for hope and respect on Nov. 5

Columbia Community Connection

I choose hope and respect, not party affiliations. What matters is what works best for the majority of Americans, not the billionaires paying Trump’s campaign costs for the tax cuts only they will get in 2025.

Sep 24
Sep 24 Support College Bond

Columbia Community Connection

With a national shortage of healthcare professionals, our local college is stepping up to fill the gap by providing high-quality, affordable education and training. By supporting this bond, we are supporting local students, creating jobs, and strengthening our healthcare system.

Sep 18
Sep 18 Infrastructure bill benefits Pacific Northwest

Columbia Community Connection

In just over three years, Biden’s major accomplishments resulted in dozens of benefits for Americans, despite obstruction from congressional Republicans. Five accomplishments benefiting the Pacific Northwest and you:

Sep 16

Sep 16 CGCC President Advocates for Ballot Measure 33-111 to Support College Infrastructure

Columbia Community Connection

Since August of 2023, I have been honored to serve as your President for Columbia Gorge Community College (CGCC). As reflected in our mission, CGCC is committed to advance economic growth, to promote the prosperity of all residents throughout the college’s district, and to help communities thrive in the face of today’s fast-changing social and economic realities.

Sep 4

Sep 4 Congratulations to TDHS Football Coach Timmons on first win!

Tom Peterson

I grew up in the same neighborhood as Nate, throwing the football with our fellow neighborhood kids, and then watched him grow into a talented golfer, swimmer and football player himself. Nate has always shown a great ability to connect with athletes as a coach; something that not everyone (even some coaches) can do.

Aug 7
Aug 7 Bradford Island: 'How can a place so special... be devastated by a group of one?'

Tom Peterson

How can a place so special and sweet be cared for by so many people, but be devastated by a group of one? I recently learned that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers contaminated Bradford Island for years, all while Indigenous and local fishermen used the area to catch fish. They dumped electrical components, hazardous waste, and light bulbs into the land and river.

Jul 29
Jul 29 Washington State Voters Need Accessible Voting Options for visually impaired

Columbia Community Connection

Visually impaired voters in Washington State continue to be disenfranchised.

Jul 26
Jul 26 Read Project 25 before voting

Tom Peterson

Project 2025, an initiative by the conservative Heritage Foundation in collaboration with key advisors to former President Trump, outlines a plan to significantly curtail reproductive rights across the United States.

Jul 19

Jul 19 Support Marla Keethler for Washington State Senate

Tom Peterson

Marla Keethler is consistent in her policies, understands the process of governing, is a good communicator, uses her staff wisely, does not bring attention to herself, and works in the best interest of the people she represents. There is no drama with Marla.

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