Author: Lauren Bishop | Forest Grove Times

Opinion

RURAL REFLECTIONS: Noncents

The plug on the bank was removed. Coins were scattered across the floor. Pennies. They were saved so ... Read more

Letters To The Editor

OPINION: More proactive approach to rental assistance would better serve tenants, landlords

The recent article, “Oregon sees a rise in eviction filings, but rent assistance programs are working,” presents a ... Read more

Opinion

OPINION: To Oregon legislators, please make a transportation system for all of us

My husband and our four boys and I have lived in Forest Grove for over 17 years. For ... Read more

Education

6 Washington County students awarded tuition help by Ford Family Foundation

Nearly 275 students from Oregon and neighboring Siskiyou County, California, were awarded up to $40,000 to continue their ... Read more

Opinion

OPINION: Well permitting fees, not taxpayer bailouts, should fund Oregon water resources shortfall

Should permitting agencies receive increased funds? If budget increases are justified, should finances be increased through fees or ... Read more

Columnists

RURAL REFLECTIONS: Bridges make traveling, life easier

View from a bridge. “Bridge over troubled water”. Mending bridges. Bridging the gap. From our house on Neff ... Read more

Opinion

OPINION: When did the U.S. become a ‘them’?

What is happening to public life in the United States? Why are higher education, libraries, local museums and ... Read more

News

Portland’s retired Archbishop John G. Vlazny dies in Beaverton at 88

Portland’s most recent retired head of the regional Catholic diocese, Archbishop Emeritus John G. Vlazny, died in his ... Read more

Lifestyle

All aboard the North Coast Express: Trips begin from Beaverton to Oregon Coast destinations

Ready to get away from it all while avoiding the traffic and coastal parking? Getting its start on ... Read more

Columnists

RURAL REFLECTIONS: Field of vision

Field of vision. That area that you see when your eyes are looking straight ahead. What is your ... Read more