HASSO HERING

A perspective from Oregon’s mid-Willamette Valley

Picketing reflects Albany majority vote in ’24

Written February 14th, 2026 by Hasso Hering

Protesting with picket signs has almost become a Friday routine on Ellsworth Street in Albany, even when it rains.


And, after the ice, back on the bike…

Written February 14th, 2021 by Hasso Hering

The day after our Saturday midnight ice storm, I’m riding the bike through a cold Albany drizzle while waiting for the power to come back on at home. And I’m thinking about what if any conclusions can be drawn.


 
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