By Kristine Thomas What started as an idea by several students to have a pro-Trump rally at Silverton High School, escalated into something they didn’t expect or intend. On Election Day, Nov. 8, Cole, a senior who asked his last name not be used, was one of the organizers for a pro-Trump rally were about 16 students parked their trucks […]
When Rick Lewis walked into the Main Street Bistro and Coffee shop on Nov. 5, a group of men sitting at a table stood up and gave Lewis a round of applause.Graciously, Lewis received well wishes and congratulations. As Silverton’s mayor-elect, Lewis is more than appreciative of the support he has received from his friends, community members and especially his […]
Mount Angel Forum Wednesday, Oct. 17, 7 p.m. Sponsored by the Mount Angel Chamber of Commerce. Free. There are three open seats on the Nov. 6 ballot for the Mount Angel City Council and four candidates. Councilor Andrew Otte is running unopposed to be mayor. The city councilor candidates were given the same questions and asked to reply in writing. […]
Editor’s note: Our Town presented the four candidates running for Silverton mayor on the Nov. 6 ballot a series of questions and asked for written responses. These are the unabridged responses. What does urban renewal mean to Silverton and is it effective? Rasmussen: Urban Renewal was supposed to allow funding of renovation of privately owned ‘blighted’ areas to improve property […]
Editor’s note: Our Town reporter Don Murtha interviewed the seven candidates competing on the Nov. 6 ballot for three seats on the Silverton City Council. This contains more information than the Oct. 15 print edition. By Don Murtha Ron Butcher If elected, Ron Butcher said he would address citizens’ concerns including establishing a balanced budget, keeping the swimming pool open and […]
To the Editor: The elections are over and we all draw a collective sigh of relief that the negative ads and television commercials ended. Now the real work begins for our national and local officials. To our local candidates, you are to be admired for your willingness to serve your communities. Joy to the winners; disappointment to the losers. And […]
The city of Silverton has a new mayor for the first time in 16 years. According to unofficial election results, Stu Rasmussen defeated incumbent Ken Hector by 1,988 votes to 1,512. Small business owner Jim Squires ran a distant third with 321 votes. Rasmussen has served as mayor twice before – 1988-1990 and 1990-92. He has been a city councilor […]
Vote for Beyer for Mt. Angel council We are writing this letter in support of our brother, Darren Beyer, for Mt. Angel City Council. We know Darren to be a hard-working, responsible and reliable person. He is very generous with his time, always willing to help others. These qualities, in addition to his strong character and his impartiality in making […]
So, who did you vote for? Was it Barack Obiden or John McPalin? I have to say, I was tempted to withhold my vote this year. Either that, or I should have voted for my cat, Eddy. At least I expect him to ignore me.
By Linda Whitmore Six candidates are running in the Nov. 4 election to fill seats on the Silverton City Council. Filing for the three positions are Ronald J. Butcher, an insurance agent since 1981; Deborah “Deb” Harroun, who works in sales and membership at The Oregon Garden; Sherry Hoefel, director at Ingenix; Kyle Palmer, veterinary practice manager at Silver Creek […]
Our Town wants to expand our readers’ familiarity with the views of candidates on the November ballot for Senate District 9 in the state legistlature. In this edition we publish the responses to three questions. Responses from Republican incumbent Fred Girod and Democrat challenger Dr. Bob McDonald are in the candidates’ own words. Dr. Fred Girod What investments should be […]
Our Town wants to expand our readers’ familiarity with the views of candidates on the November ballot for Senate District 9 in the state legistlature. In this edition we publish the responses to three questions. Responses from Republican incumbent Fred Girod and Democrat challenger Dr. Bob McDonald are in the candidates’ own words. Dr. Bob McDonald What investments should be […]
The four candidates vying for the three city council seats and the unopposed mayoral candidate responded to questions from Our Town.
By Carl Sampson I know what you’re thinking. How did I know John McCain would pick Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin as his running mate? Well, one thing is for sure. I didn’t have any inside knowledge about the McCain campaign. In fact, I didn’t have any outside knowledge. All I know is I’m tired of big talkers. You see, Oregon […]
Our Town wants to expand our readers’ familiarity with the views of candidates on the November ballot for District 18 representative in the state legistlature.
In this edition we publish the response to the last of three questions. Responses from challenger Jim Gilbert and incumbent Vic Gilliam are in the candidates’ own words. The prompt was:
What should the legislature do to retain and develop Oregon agriculture? How should we balance environmental and economic interests?
By Linda Whitmore Three men are competing in Silverton’s 2008 mayoral election – City Councilor Stu Rasmussen, small business owner Jim Squires and incumbent Ken Hector, who is running for a ninth term. Each candidate was sent questions regarding their thoughts on Silverton’s governance. Their responses are in their own words. JIM SQUIRES Jim Squires is a general contractor involved […]
Our Town wants to expand our readers’ familiarity with the views of candidates on the November ballot for District 18 representative in the state legistlature. In this edition we publish the response to the first of three questions. Responses are in the candidates’ own words.
The first question asked was: What investments should be made or actions taken during the next legislative session to have a positive impact on the Oregon economy? What are you prepared to do to move those investments or actions forward?
