Opinion

Many of you have heard that there is a strong likelihood that many Oregonians will be receiving a…

Sometimes covering the news is just … fun. I’ve been involved in journalism for nigh onto 40 years…

The process of replacing a leader is often unpleasant, but changes at the top also present opportunities for…

I speak often to students, of ages ranging from elementary to high school. I love hanging out with…

Three square meals or five small ones…which is better? While there are many different diets available out there,…

Many gun owners have asked themselves which firearm they would own if forced to have just one. What…

Recently, I visited a community in whch I once lived and worked. My job there was with a…

This is the time of year that I’m asked the question daily: “Whom should I vote for, Sherrie?”…

In my last two columns, I’ve been talking about what I consider Holy Grail handguns, the ones that…

One thing I really enjoy about journalism – in addition to the fact that it’s generally a fun…

By Jeff Hutchins For Lebanon Local In my last column, I launched into the subject of “Holy Grail”…

There is something special about the unfolding of spring. Weather-wise, it promises more sunshine and warmth. Food-wise, it…

As of the writing of this article, Governor Brown has indicated she is going to sign Senate Bill…

The nationwide walkout on March 14 was held on the one-month anniversary of the shooting at Marjory Stoneman…

While guns are my business and I’m very much “into” them for recreation and self defense as well,…

In previous articles, I have frequently emphasized some different ways to take care of your gut. I have…

New two-year budgets for the state of Oregon are voted on during the long session in odd-numbered years…

We appreciate that the Lebanon City Council and staff wants to establish an enterprise zone for Lebanon. As…

Well, we are back in Salem for the 2018 Short Session! The session convened on Feb. 5, and…

This is the perfect month to talk about chocolate and all its health benefits. It is February, after…

I won’t take a bolt-action rifle hunting unless it has had the action bedded, the barrel free-floated, had…

Some Oregon state legislators plan to kick off their short session next month by introducing a “cap and…

I’m frequently asked questions like, “Are you off today?”  “So are you on a break now?”  “How often…

Here we are again, at the start of a new year! It has been fun for me to…