Scottie Barnes
Freelance reporter
Scottie Barnes writes breaking news and investigative pieces for The Epoch Times from the Pacific Northwest. She has a background in researching the implications of public policy and emerging technologies on areas ranging from homeland security and national defense to forestry and urban planning.
LATEST
Pro-Palestine Protesters Disrupt Oregon Democrat’s Biggest Fundraising Event
Protesters made their way into the Portland Hilton and shouted over Sen. Jeff Merkley’s speech.
Oregon GOP Women Urge Athletic Association to Protect Girls’ Sports
Lawmakers are demanding a change to policies that allow boys to compete in girls’ sports after a transgender runner dominated a high school track event.
Republican Challenger Monique DeSpain Criticizes Oregon Rep. Val Hoyle for Border Comments
Oregon congresswoman Val Hoyle told conservative constituents that the southern border must be open.
Washington Elementary School Permits Pride Club, Denies Prayer Group
A Washington elementary school barred fifth-grade students from starting an interfaith prayer club despite permitting groups, including a pride club.
Democrat Super PAC Announces $10 Million Ad Buy in Oregon, Washington Congressional Districts
Democrats plan to flood the airwaves in competitive Oregon and Southwest Washington districts in a battle for control of the U.S. House.
Committee Says It’s Time to Roll Back Endangered Species Protection for the Grey Wolf
A thriving grey wolf population throughout the Western US now poses significant challenges for ranchers, farmers, and game animals alike.
BOEM Denies Congressional Request to Extend Public Comment on Oregon Floating Offshore Wind Project
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management is moving full-speed ahead on Wind Energy Areas despite strong objections from stakeholders and a congressional request to
Rebounding Mountain Lion Population Brings Concern to the Rural West
California’s first fatal cougar attack in 20 years highlights the growing population of big cats and potential threat to people, pets, and livestock.
Oregon Passes Bill to Re-criminalize Drug Use
In the midst of a spiraling drug addiction and overdose crisis, lawmakers vote to end Oregon’s experiment with legalizing hard drugs.
Oregon Fentanyl Deaths Soar by 1,526 Percent
As the state sees the largest increase in fentanyl deaths in the nation, Oregon lawmakers are debating plans to make drug possession a crime again.
