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Letter: Whose banning books at the library?
There is a peculiar trend in our local libraries: Half-empty shelves in the children’s non-fiction section. Several months ago I witnessed a library employee in the main branch pulling a massive amount of books from the shelves of this section and adding them to piles of hundreds of books on the children’s librarian’s desk. The predictable result came a month later when I could not locate middle school level material for Christopher Columbus, James Madison or Thomas Jefferson. In fact, the adult section had one book on Columbus, the Pulitzer prize 1943 Admiral of the Ocean Seas, on a shelf...
Sand Lake killer pleads guilty
On April 22, Brandon Jose Zavala Satalich, 21, pled guilty to one count of manslaughter in the first degree, a class A felony, and one count of unlawful use of a weapon, a class C felony, both relating to the shooting death of Jason Anderson on June 26, 2021. Zavala Satalich was sentenced to 20 years in prison on the manslaughter count and five years on the unlawful use of a weapon count, to be served concurrently, and his earliest release date is June 25,...
Artificial intelligence enhances monitoring of threatened marbled murrelet
Artificial intelligence analysis of data gathered by acoustic recording devices is a promising new tool for monitoring the marbled murrelet and other secretive, hard-to-study species, research by Oregon State University and the U.S. Forest Service has shown. The threatened marbled murrelet is an iconic Pacific Northwest seabird that’s closely related to puffins and murres, but unlike those birds, murrelets raise their young as far as 60 miles inland in mature and old-growth forests. ...
Cape Kiwanda parking lot paving on May 13 to 17
Asphalt pavement will be placed at the Cape Kiwanda Parking Lot and Cape Kiwanda Drive frontage starting May 13th through May 17th. The parking lot will be closed but coordinated access to Dorymen’s Way is still available. Please expect access delays. Safe pedestrian access to the beach is encouraged along the Pelican Brewing sidewalk. Once the pavement is cured, the south side of the parking lot will be opened for parking and free to park until the full lot is complete. These intermittent closures are...
Tillamook YMCA introduces new free diabetes prevention and self-management programs
The Tillamook YMCA is excited to announce the launch of two vital programs aimed at combating diabetes: the Diabetes Prevention Program and the Diabetes Self-Management Program. Both programs are offered free of charge, thanks to the support of Northwest Senior and Disability Services. Diabetes Prevention Program The Diabetes Prevention Program is a structured lifestyle change program designed for individuals at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Led by certified health...
New look for circuit court jury summons coming soon
On May 20,2024, Tillamook Circuit Court will begin mailing out jury summons in a new format, according to Christopher Hamilton, the trial court administrator. According to Hamilton, Tillamook Circuit Court is transitioning to juror summons postcards. Circuit courts across all 27 judicial districts in Oregon are transitioning or have transitioned to postcard summons. Prospective jurors will be sent postcards with instructions for accessing online information and resources, making jury service response and communication easier, faster, and more convenient. These postcards will replace the former paper...
Tilllamook County criminal convictions
On January 5, Joshua James Guild, 39, pled guilty to one count of driving under the influence of intoxicants, a class A misdemeanor, committed on or about July 1, 2023. On April 5, Guild was sentenced to two weeks in jail and four years’ probation, ordered to pay $2,255 in fines and fees, and his drivers’ license was revoked for life. On January 5, Amanda Jean Haight, 31, pled guilty to one count of recklessly endangering another person, a class A misdemeanor, and one count...
Update on a report of a suspicious person near South Prairie School
*** INFORMATION UPDATE - May 10, 2024, 1:45pm*** The Tillamook County Sheriff's Office and Tillamook Police conducted a thorough investigation into a report of a suspicious person that was near South Prairie Elementary School yesterday. An initial report to 911 reported that a gun was involved - and that information was subsequently shared by individuals online. However, the investigation revealed that there was no firearm involved and there was no actual threat to the school or the children at any time. "It appears to have been a misunderstanding, but our law enforcement response will always be to treat it as...
Letter: Support Lovelin for county commissioner
As a long-time resident of Netarts and a member of a family deeply rooted in Tillamook County for over 80 years, I feel compelled to express my support for Bruce Lovelin as the next Tillamook County Commissioner. Our county is at a critical juncture, facing significant operating losses in recent years and an uncertain financial future. In my view, Bruce Lovelin is the right candidate to lead us toward a brighter tomorrow. While Bruce’s opponent, Erin Skaar, touts her “trusted leadership” and claims we are...
Lovelin campaign addresses commissioner salary
The Lovelin Campaign for Tillamook County Commission, Position 1, recently addressed the issue of Commissioner Erin Skaar’s salary, revealing that it is costing taxpayers $126,197.27 per year. Moreover, the forecast indicates a further increase of $5,966.78, effective July 1. Bruce Lovelin, the candidate spearheading the campaign, emphasized that while this may not be the primary focus of his platform, it is a matter that deserves attention and debate. “County residents are often unaware of the true financial implications of our County Commissioners’ compensation,” stated Lovelin. ...
County dialing in emergency radio bond specifics
A group of Tillamook County staff is working to finalize the details of a bond question to support the replacement of the county’s emergency radio system that they plan to bring to voters in November. The new system would bring Tillamook’s emergency radio communications into the digital age and carries a projected price tag of $27 million. “Now, we need to come into the 21st century and we need to...
Tillamook County Rodeo invites you
Tillamook County Rodeo invites you to become part of the rodeo action for 2025. Applications are now being accepted for the titles of Tillamook County Rodeo Queen, Junior Miss Tillamook Rodeo and Little Miss Tillys. The pageant competition will be held June 21st & 22nd 2024 at the 37th Anniversary of the Tillamook County Rodeo at the Tillamook County Fairgrounds. The Queen title is open to young ladies ages 17 to 27. ...
Update on a report of a suspicious person near South Prairie School
*** INFORMATION UPDATE - May 10, 2024, 1:45pm*** The Tillamook County Sheriff's Office and Tillamook Police conducted a thorough investigation into a report of a suspicious person that was near South Prairie Elementary School yesterday. An initial report to 911 reported that a gun was involved - and that information was subsequently shared by individuals online. However, the investigation revealed that there was no firearm involved and there was no actual threat to the school or the children at any time. "It appears to have been a misunderstanding, but our law enforcement response will always be to treat it as...
Celebrating the Bounty of the Bays
Tillamook Estuaries Partnership (TEP) extends its heartfelt gratitude to all participants, sponsors, and supporters who contributed to the success of the 2024 Celebrate the Bounty of the Bays event. This signature fundraising affair not only brought the community together but also generated vital resources essential for TEP’s ongoing initiatives in environmental education, water quality monitoring, native plant conservation and habitat restoration. The success of the 2024 Celebrate the Bounty of the Bays event is a testament to the unwavering support and dedication of our community....
Letter: Protect Wheeler’s aquifer
Wheeler wants to protect its Aquifer Water Rights and extend its future as long as possible. The water system currently shared by Wheeler and Manzanita came about because Wheeler needed a Federally approved water system. Wheeler formerly used two open reservoirs located above the city for its water. Wheeler was forced to drill a well for its water and in 2004 the well came on-line. For twenty years under a shared agreement Wheeler has paid a fair share of the expenses of running the well...
Tour the Cascade Head biosphere
Explore Lincoln City has announced another addition to its popular “Explorience” programs: the Cascade Head Biosphere Explorience. This interactive, 90-minute walking tour will guide visitors through Oregon’s only UNESCO Biosphere Region, providing a 10,000-year snapshot of the natural history of this remarkable place where land meets the sea. Led by a trained naturalist, visitors will learn about the unique flora, fauna and geology of the biosphere region, the conservation efforts on the Salmon River, and the history of the Nechesne people, the first inhabitants of...
Javadi looks to build on first term successes
With two legislative sessions under his belt, State Representative Cyrus Javadi hopes voters will give him a chance to continue promoting solutions for north coast issues in Salem. In a recent interview with the Headlight Herald, Javadi touted his work securing funding for projects in his district and building relationships, which he said he believes will boost his efficacy going forward. “You realize right away that being loud isn’t very...
Tillamook School District 9 Board of Directors vacancy
A vacancy exists on the Tillamook School District 9 Board of Directors, Position #3. The Board of Directors seeks qualified applicants to fill the position. Interested parties should contact Gail Levesque at the District Administration Office, 503.842.4414 ext 1015, or by email at gaill@tillamook.k12.or.us to request candidate application materials. A letter of interest and the completed application must be returned by email or US mail to the Tillamook School District Board of Directors, 2510 First Street, Tillamook, OR 97141, not later than May 31, 2024. A director will be appointed to fill the unexpired term for Position #3 and will be announced at the June 10, 2024, board meeting which will be held at the District Office.
Cheesemaker golf competes in Cowapa League tourney
The Tillamook High Cheesemakers played their final regular season golf tournament in the five-team Cowapa League District championship on April 29, at Astoria Golf & Country Club. The Cheesemakers, guided by seventh-year Coach Johnny Begin, played well, particularly the girls’ squad in taking third place, while the boys team took fifth place. “We didn’t quite achieve what we wanted to, but we had a couple of girls who were in the top-10 and Seth Wehinger got a top-10 boys finish and he earned a First...
$7 million available in salmon fishery disaster funds
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) has announced that $7,050,722 is available to Oregon to address poor performance of the state’s ocean commercial salmon fisheries for 2018, 2019, and 2020. This includes impacts to commercial fishermen, processors, and the fishing ecosystem and environment. The “Oregon Spend Plan,” vetted through NOAA Fisheries and the Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission (PSMFC), is now available for public review and comment. The...
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