Rich Wandschneider

Rich Wandschneider directs the Josephy Library of Western History and Culture in Joseph, Oregon. He's written a column for the local paper for over 30 years, and been involved with local Nez Perce return activities for as long.

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Lebanon Memories: Decay of the Middle East

October 16, 2024

Beirut was once the Paris of the Middle East.. Now Lebanon, Palestine, Syria, and Iran have all dissolved into chaos.

Elsewhere

A Rural Oregon Newspaper says Goodbye to Print

June 25, 2024

The rooms above Homan’s, with a shaving sink in each one and the bathroom down the hall, have been converted into luxury hotel rentals.

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