Applications are currently being sought to fill multiple vacancies on the Rainier Library Board. The board consists of five members and one alternative who are nominated by the mayor and confirmed by the city council. It is expected to meet at...
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City Hall Restoration
May 20, 2024 -At its May 6 meeting, the Rainier City Council voted unanimously to award two bids for work on the historic City Hall building. Work has already begun on restoring the windows in the City Hall building, which is over 100 years old. That window...
At its Monday, March 4 meeting, the Rainier City Council voted unanimously to appoint Russ Reigel as the cityâs new interim public works director. Reigel, a longtime resident of the Rainier area, most recently worked as a maintenance supervisor...
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Navigating the Oceans presented by the Columbia River Maritime Museum
Silent Auction and Dinner Rainier Senior Center Nutrition Program
Scrimshaw, Art of the Sailor presented by the Columbia River Maritime Museum
Welcome to picturesque Rainier, Oregon!
Originally founded in 1851 by Charles E. Fox as Eminence; Rainier, Oregon provides a nice variety of scenic views, historical landmarks, local area entertainment, fishing, camping, and outdoor exploration; as well as easy access to City Life and Entertainment in Longview, WA and Portland, OR. River beach access within minutes and ocean beaches within 50 miles, impressive views of our namesake Mount Rainier and the Pacific Northwest volcano, Mt. St Helens. The Columbia County frontage of the Columbia River offers some of the best Sturgeon Fishing year around, and is also perfect for camping and water recreations. Rainier has a rich history including the ‘Lewis & Clark Trail’. Â