LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Jan. 28, 2019
Alexis: ‘Ice Cream Patrol’ continues to serve To the Editor: Most local folks have heard of our group, the Ice … Read more
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Jan. 18, 2019
Christie: OTEC should provide electricity, not political patronage To the Editor: Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative … Read more
MY VOICE: Celebrating 50 years of helping people, changing lives
Have you been around long enough to remember EOCDC? What about HELP, Inc.? Ever heard … Read more
MY VOICE: Where are the protections for ranchers?
It seems a weekly routine, reading about new depredations on livestock in the Capital Press … Read more
FROM THE NEWSROOM: A new face to introduce at The Observer
Hello, readers! My name is Amanda Weisbrod and I’m the newest reporter at The Observer. … Read more
ON THE FENCE: Equality of outcome vs. equality of ability to participate
When it comes to men and women in politics or any other aspect of life, should the focus be on equality of outcome or equality of ability to participate?
Our country was founded upon the bold declaration we are all created equal. In our … Read more
ON THE FENCE: Equality of outcome vs. equality of ability to participate
When it comes to men and women in politics or any other aspect of life, should the focus be on equality of outcome or equality of ability to participate?
This question was originally drafted to produce an examination of women’s issues in American politics. … Read more
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Jan. 7, 2019
Ebbert: Intended constitutional safeguards must be reinforced To the Editor, In spite of the intended … Read more
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Jan. 4, 2019
Ater: America’s refuge should be reserved for legal immigrants To the Editor: The letter submitted … Read more
MY VOICE: Children in foster care need your help
Did you know… Of youth who age out of foster care without a permanent home: … Read more
ON THE FENCE: Why join a political party: Local political engagement is the foundation of our entire political system
Do you ever find yourself dissatisfied with local or national public policy? Have you ever … Read more
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Dec. 31, 2018
Kramer: Earn tax credit by donating to Oregon Cultural Trust To the Editor: I was … Read more
ON THE FENCE: Why join a political party: Activism is the antidote to feeling helpless
The first two major political parties were established in 1792: the Federalist Party and the … Read more
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Dec. 21, 2018
Grigsby et al.: Food drive reaffirms La Grande’s generosity To the Editor: EOU students from … Read more
MY VOICE: Spout Springs parking plan supports multiple uses
As the Walla Walla District Ranger, I have had the privilege of talking with many … Read more
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Dec. 19, 2018
Terry: LHS wrestlers in Hawaii were like a gift To the Editor: I was given … Read more
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Dec. 17, 2018
Sams: Donations to Cultural Trust help preserve Oregon’s quality of life To the Editor: Google … Read more
ON THE FENCE: Oregon’s Sanctuary Law is a core state value reflects dignity and respect, core state values
Editor’s Note: The Republican writer did not submit an On The Fence piece for this … Read more
MY VOICE: Three ways entrepreneurs benefit from recent economic policies
One of the best parts of my job is visiting with entrepreneurs at their places … Read more
MY VOICE: OTEC needs to move quickly as renewable revolution speeds up
There are certainly storm clouds on the horizon for the Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative, but … Read more
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Dec. 10, 2018
Clements: Success of robotics tournament due to Croft To the Editor: One of the many … Read more
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Dec. 5, 2018
Ebbert: New House of Representatives may modulate administration’s atrocities To the Editor: The election is … Read more
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Nov. 30, 2018
McCracken: Cougars are not to blame for low elk numbers To the Editor: “Cougars: too … Read more
MY VOICE: Organic food known to be more nutritious — what’s on your plate?
The popularity of organic produce has increased dramatically over the years and for good reasons. … Read more
MY VOICE: Gun advocates should pay cost of guards
Some people believe that I reject not only Donald Trump but his every word and … Read more
On the Fence: Wildfire and forest management: We can’t control the weather, but we can reduce fuels
Recent deadly wildfires in California remind us that we also live in a fire-prone ecosystem … Read more
On the Fence: Wildfire and forest management: Oregon should adopt California-style carbon forest plan
Fire season! Good news if you like fire, bad news if you like California. Comedian … Read more
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Nov. 21, 2018
Bergstrom: Free-range dogs a serious problem in Union To the Editor: Dog owners, I would … Read more
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Nov. 19. 2018
Koza: LHS production huge success To the Editor: The La Grande High School theater production … Read more
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Nov. 16, 2018
Hargrove: Girls in Science event benefits from Soroptimist generosity To the Editor: Northeast Oregon Area … Read more
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Nov. 14, 2018
McHaddad: Is there a $100 charge on your property taxes? To the Editor: Many Union … Read more
MY VOICE: Wheeler and Kate Brown have declared war on rural Oregonians
I no longer visit Portland. Nor do I conduct any type of business within the … Read more
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Nov. 12, 2018
Simer: Support community, come to Festival of Trees Family Fun Day To the Editor: The … Read more
ON THE FENCE: Democrats: Union County needs safe, affordable, stable housing — the path forward is through collaboration
A thriving Union County requires a healthy workforce. The health of each citizen is dependent … Read more
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Nov. 7, 2018
Peters: La Grande Soroptimists make our community better To the Editor: With the Festival of … Read more
