Alberta’s Million-Barrel Pipeline Power Play Hits B.C.’s Backyard
Canada and Alberta advanced a proposed pipeline to the southern B.C. coast that would send more than 1 million barrels per day to tankers bound for Asia. The plan pairs a Trans Mountain‑style corridor with carbon‑pricing and infrastructure promises to win provincial buy‑in.
AT&T Cell Blackout Throws Scappoose Into Chaos as Emergency Tower Rises
An AT&T outage knocked out cell service in Scappoose for days, leaving some unable to reach 911 as agencies raced to set up a temporary tower. Officials directed residents to the fire or police station or to call 503-397-1521.
Madras Brewery Goes Dark, City Still On The Hook For Million-Dollar Loan
A city-backed brewpub in downtown Madras has suddenly closed, renewing questions about promised jobs and roughly $1.2 million in redevelopment funding. Local records and meeting packets show the scope of the public investment.
Centralia Gives Chick-fil-A Green Light At Station Hub, But Opening Still A Mystery
Chick‑fil‑A cleared design and permitting steps at Centralia Station and has filed building permits, but the developer has not given a construction or opening timetable.












