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With 2023 in the rear-view and 2024 ahead, cities across Columbia County are gearing up for a New Year.

As COVID-19 cases in Columbia County rise, Rainier businesses are struggling to make it through the second round of lockdowns. “It’s killing the industry. I am not sure how long we can hold on, just like everyone else,” Cornerstone Café owner Viki Overbay said. “This is scary. Congress really needs to take this serious and get to work.” Oregon Gov. Kate Brown enacted a “freeze” on most businesses and activities from Nov. 18 through Dec. 2, but last week extended restrictions in extreme-risk areas until at least Dec. 17. Columbia County is considered extre...