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Q&A: Yamhill County commissioners on the issues
One seat on the Yamhill County Board of Commissioners is up for election in May, and three are hoping to fill the role. Ballots will be mailed May 1 ahead of the May 21 election featuring incumbent Lindsay Berschauer and challengers Bubba King and David Wall vying for Position 2 on the board. First-term commissioner Kit Johnston and third-term commissioner Mary Starrett are not up for reelection in the May...
Caught Ovgard: Redear in Time: Part 2-of-2
Author’s Note: The first part of this two-part story published in last week’s Outdoors section. Pick up a print copy or read the first part online. MONMOUTH, Ore.— Level Four: Final Destination This time I found it. At least, I thought. The signage clearly indicated I was at E.E. Wilson Pond, but the trees were thicker than an Instagram model, and the paths leading there didn't seem to be well-signed. ...
OPINION: Berschauer put personal interests first; vote King for commissioner
I am writing to express my deep disappointment and frustration with the actions of County Commissioner Lindsay Berschauer during her term. Rather than serving all county residents, Berschauer has put personal interests first — at the expense of our community. One concerning issue has been her termination of long-standing, beneficial relationships with key county partners that provide vital services to local families and businesses. Cutting ties with these organizations helps no one and only disrupts important programs. ...
King and Berschauer war chests similar in race for county commissioner
The race for Position 2 on the Yamhill County Board of Commissioners continues to heat up. The money to fund the campaigns of the two front runners is, while not record-setting, substantial and growing daily in anticipation of the May 21 election. The Oregon Secretary of State Elections Division’s OreStar system tallies campaign contributions and expenditures for races ranging from city councils to state offices. A look at the campaign...
Make Mother’s Day special with help from these Oregon businesses owned by women
With Mother’s Day right around the corner, are you looking for ways to celebrate her this year? Whether you’re celebrating a new mom or thinking about where to take your mom wine tasting, these Oregon businesses owned by women are ready to help. Flipside Hats. Gift her with...
Tillamook golfers shoot for state
The Tillamook High Cheesemakers boys and girls golf teams both competed exceptionally well in OSAA Class 4A/3A/2A/1A Special District 1 tournaments to help them preparel for the upcoming regional tourney May 6-7 at Quail Valley Golf Course in Banks. The top players at the regional in Banks qualify for the state tournament May 13-14. The Boys tourney is at Emerald Valley Golf Resort in Creswell. The girls’ tourney is at Tokatee Golf Club in McKenzie. For the Cheesemakers, guided by seventh-year Coach Johnny Begin, if any of them reach the state tournament as individual qualifiers, it would mark their first ever appearance for both the boys’ and girls’ squads. “We took a young group of players to both events for our boys’ and girls’ teams and some of them played in their first ever varsity tournament, which was great for the young kids,” said Begin, who has a total of 18 boys and 10 girls playing this season.
Tilllamook Fire chief announces resignation
Tillamook Fire District Chief Jeff McBrayer announced that he would be resigning from the district at the end of May at a meeting of the district’s board of directors on April 16. In his letter of resignation, McBrayer cited concerns over his and his family’s safety following recent work-related events as the reason for his departure. McBrayer has accepted the position of chief at the Netarts-Oceanside Fire District, where he will take over in June. ...
Child luring investigations lead to arrests
A multi law enforcement agency child luring investigation has led to the arrest of a Depoe Bay resident and a Salem man. Lincoln City Police, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, Newport Police, Toledo Police, and Oregon State Police conducted the joint investigations into the child luring crimes in Lincoln County. April 18. Details of the arrests were revealed April 26. “During the investigations, officers posed as underage children on various online...
Gibson shines at the April Invitational Swim Meet
The Newport Swim Team, as a collective, put up an impressive show at the April Invitational Swim Meet in Lincoln City, April 19-21. The young swimmers, led by the exceptional performance of Dylan Gibson, showcased their talent and determination. Gibson, a 12-year-old standout, contributed all the boys’ points for his team, a remarkable achievement. The team’s other members, Olive Mitchell, Ashlyn Conrad, Helen Faber, Skyla Chen, and Hanna Parker, also delivered commendable performances, setting several personal records and securing top positions. The team secured 6th place in the girls’ category and 7th place in the boys’, with all the boys’...
Coastal Voices offer concert choices
Coastal Voices, the community choir of the Central Oregon Coast, will conclude its current season of music with a series of concerts titled “Spring Homage.”. Kicking off at the Newport Performing Arts Center this Saturday, May 4, the concerts will continue on Sunday, May 5, at the Yachats Community Presbyterian Church; Saturday, May 11, at the Chapel By The Sea in Lincoln City; and Sunday, May 12, at the Lincoln City Cultural Center.
This Week in History
25 years ago (1999) School security discussed in wake of Colorado shootings A tragic event of the magnitude of the school shooting in Littleton, Colorado, this week causes school administrators across the nation to evaluate their security procedures. The Lincoln County School District had already made changes following the fatal shooting about a year ago...
Meet the 4 candidates in Republican primary for Oregon's 6th Congressional District
This is part of a series of stories on the candidates running in the May 21 primary election. Ballots will be mailed to voters May 1. Four candidates are running in the Republican primary for Oregon’s 6th Congressional District which represents Polk and Yamhill counties and parts of Marion, Clackamas and Washington counties. The winner will face the winner of the Democratic primary between incumbent Andrea Salinas or Cody Reynolds.
Polk County restaurant inspections: Vault Bar & Grill, Jubilee Champagne and Dessert Bar
ABOUT RESTAURANT INSPECTIONS This is a snapshot of the inspections conducted by the Polk County health department. Twice annually, licensed restaurants receive unannounced inspections that focus on food temperatures, food...
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