Solid waste fees at the Transfer Station increased on July 1 following a 2.2% CPI adjustment. New rates include: $112.36/ton for commercial tipping and $27.48 minimum for self-haul. Recycling fees for paint, oil & sharps are unchanged. See attached release. #ColumbiaCountyOregon

🚧 Traffic alert for Bachelor Flat Rd travelers: Closed east of Summit View Dr in St. Helens from 7/21–7/25, 8AM–4PM for PGE crane work. 🚫 No vehicle/bike access. 🔁 Detour: Summit View → Sykes → Columbia Blvd.🚶 Pedestrians guided through. #ColumbiaCountyOregon.

Want to become a Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Operator? PCC is offering a FREE, 2-week paid internship this August at OMIC in Scappoose. Train on real equipment. Build in-demand skills. Limited spots! #CNCOperator #PCCOMIC #ManufacturingCareers

Help shape transit in Columbia County! CC Rider is seeking 2 new members for its Transit Advisory Committee. Meetings are monthly + open to the public (in person or on Teams). Apply here: Press release below. #ColumbiaCountyOregon

🚧 Paving begins soon on Pittsburg Rd! 📅 July 7–15, crews will overlay ~4,100 ft from Gensman Rd to just north of Brinn Rd (near Arthur Academy). No detour—expect flaggers & up to 20 min delays. Map shows project details. #ColumbiaCountyOregon #RoadWork

Columbia County will close most offices on 9 scheduled furlough days from Aug 2025 to Jun 2026 to manage its FY 2025–26 budget. Essential services—including law enforcement, road crews, and CC Rider—will remain open. Full details in the press release:.#ColumbiaCountyOregon

🚍 Big news for Columbia County transit riders: CC Rider is launching a new weekday route from St. Helens to Rainier, connecting you to Longview via RiverCities Transit. More access, more options, better service. 🔗 #ColumbiaCountyOregon

BURN BAN NOW IN EFFECT.As of June 23, all Columbia County fire districts have enacted a ban on open debris burning until further notice. Recreational fires are allowed if rules are followed — please avoid burning on dry, windy days. #ColumbiaCountyOregon #BurnBan #FireSafety.

🚧 Paving has started on Firlock Park Blvd from Firlock Park St to just past the eastern high school lot entrance. The road remains open—expect flaggers & delays. No detour. Map shows project limits & lot access. Thanks for your patience! #ColumbiaCountyOregon

✅ FINAL UPDATE: The brush fire near the Boise plant is now fully contained. Residents may return home. Huge thanks to first responders and the community for your support. #ColumbiaCountyOregon #StHelens #ORfire.

🔥 Brush fire near the Boise plant is 50% contained on the east side. Full containment expected within the hour if winds hold. Evacuees at Walmart should stay put until further notice. Thanks to our first responders! #ColumbiaCountyOregon #ORfire #StHelens.

🚨 Brush fire near the Boise plant (1st & Railroad) in St. Helens. Columbia River Fire & Rescue is responding. Residents nearby are being evacuated—please gather in the Walmart parking lot. Avoid the area. Updates to follow. #ColumbiaCountyOregon #ORfire.

📱 Watch your phone! Starting June 23, some Columbia County residents will get a text invite to join FlashVote—quick, anonymous surveys that help shape local decisions. Sign up at or call 775-235-2240. #ColumbiaCountyOregon

Rep. Cliff Bentz honored Wallowa County Commissioner Susan Roberts with a US flag @ her retirement party—recognizing her decades of service as a Commissioner, Mayor, & Marine. Her only request? Celebrate Flag Day: Sat, June 14. Fly your flag with us in her honor this #FlagDay2025

🚨 CYCLIST ALERT – SATURDAY, JUNE 14 🚨The Columbia Century Challenge bike ride takes place from 7 AM–5 PM on roads throughout Columbia County, including Scappoose, St. Helens, Clatskanie & Vernonia. Please slow down, share the road, and drive with care. #ColumbiaCountyOregon.

All current providers have signed Ambulance Service Agreements (ASAs) with Columbia County. This is a big step forward in ensuring timely, coordinated, and high-quality ambulance service for every community we serve. #ColumbiaCountyOregon #AmbulanceServiceAgreement.

Columbia County provides an update on the Ambulance Service Agreement (ASA) process. The County remains committed to working with providers and ensuring reliable ambulance service countywide. Full details in the release below. #ColumbiaCountyOregon #AmbulanceServiceAgreement

Summer road work begins soon! Columbia County will overlay & widen ~0.52 mi from Bennett Rd (west of Bachelor Flat Rd) to Hazen Rd (at Stone Rd). Prep in May, paving in June (weather dependent). Expect delays—no detour. #ColumbiaCountyOregon #RoadWork

HHW Collection Event is Sat, May 17, 8 AM–Noon at 690 W A Street, Rainier. Dispose of paint, fuel, batteries, sharps, ammo, and more. Stay in your vehicle. No containers over 5 gallons. Containers not returned. Details: 503-397-7259.#ColumbiaCountyOregon

Congrats to Jessica Kosydar, Columbia County’s PHEP Coordinator, on receiving the 2025 Individual Outstanding Service Award from @OHAOregon! Thank you for your exceptional service to our community. #PublicHealth #ColumbiaCountyOregon