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WALDPORT — A tiny Waldport shop is ready to satisfy big cravings for sweets, thanks to a local couple’s new venture. “JillyBeanz” is the name of the cozy, bright blue store scheduled to open Friday in the former home of Mark’s Caramel popcorn, right next to Fresh Mexican restaurant on U.S. Highway 101. With its menu of “ice cream, sweets and cozy treats,” the 277-square-foot shop will be open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily except Wednesdays.

The two hospitals in Lincoln County have apparently found a solution to the problem of transporting patients in need of a higher-level care to and from the Willamette Valley. After 18 months of searching, the Samaritan Health Services-affiliated hospitals announced an agreement this week with Life Flight Network to provide ground ambulance transport for patients. The service is expected to begin within 90 days.

YACHATS – With a nod to the money it receives from Lincoln County to care for the homeless, the Yachats city council Wednesday unanimously approved chipping in $4,473 to support regional emergency winter shelters. County officials asked Yachats and other cities for a contribution of $4.50 per person based...

YACHATS – Putting a price on a view is no simple thing but one Yachats non-profit is willing to give it a go. And they are not going anywhere as they wait for the price to be right. View the Future has been looking at the ridge view southeast...

This article presents a glimpse into two delightful Mexican dishes available in Waldport. Have you had the pleasure of trying either of them? If yes, we would love to hear your thoughts and experiences in the comments section below!

WALDPORT – The city of Waldport is taking the first major steps this week to clean up the former school gymnasium, cafeteria and kitchen it bought five months ago. Public works crews sorted scrap metal for recycling and threw years worth of accumulated junk into Dumpsters on Tuesday, the first day of a planned three-day cleanup.

A Florence woman and a North Bend man were arrested in a robbery case in Winston. Winston Police announced the arrests Sept. 11. Information from WPD said on August 24, officers responded to a report of a robbery at the Fox Den on Northwest Douglas Boulevard in Winston. Officers began investigating and developed leads on two suspects. On Thursday, officers learned their location. A search warrant was executed at a home in the 2200 block of Melrose Road in Roseburg. 36-year old Robin Thatcher of...

(Yachats, Oregon) – One tiny town on the Oregon coast will expand greatly at the end of October – but with something decidedly different than the usual festival of fun. Not only will there be perhaps a couple hundred more in teeny little Yachats, but its population of accordionists will shoot upwards suddenly as well. (Above: Oregon Coast Beach Connection)

NEWPORT, Oregon (KPTV) — An unusual sight had people talking on the Oregon coast on Tuesday. It’s something they’re used to seeing, but not like this. A boat is still sitting right on the beach. Authorities encourage visitors to keep a safe distance and use caution while...

In this article, we're exploring three captivating parks located in Newport. Have you had the chance to visit any of these yet? If you have, we'd love to hear about your experiences in the comments section below.

Peace Harbor – Chief Medical Officer Dr. Heather McArthur and CAO Jason Hawkins.

In a conference matchup between two of the top-10 ranked soccer teams in the state, North Marion found its groove early and pulled away to win comfortably against Newport 6-0 at home on Thursday, Sept. 21. The victory swiftly leapt the Huskies a couple spots in the OSAA rankings, as they currently sit at No. 5 after entering the match ranked seventh. “I just thought our game plan went well,”...

NEWPORT — Pride events are not just big, rainbow-hued parties. They are also a time for celebrating change, working toward a more positive future and breaking down barriers for people in the LGBTQ+ community. And the second annual Newport Oregon Pride aims to have some fun doing it. Running...

The Philomath High School volleyball team evened its record at 1-1 in the Oregon West Conference Thursday night with a three-set sweep at Newport. Coach Autumn Hilberg said the team started slow in the first two sets but pushed through those challenges to come out on top, 25-22, 25-22, 25-17.

A Lincoln County School District 5th grade educator is the Regional Teacher of the Year. Oregon Lottery officials announced Adam Galen's win and presented him with a $1,000 check during a celebration at Sam Case Elementary School Sept. 20. Galen said he is honored to be recognized. "I am really excited," Galen said. "I love...

No students were harmed yesterday morning after what officials are calling a minor accident. A Siuslaw School Bus was preparing to turn on to 27th street from Highway 101 when it was sideswiped by a passenger car. The car crossed lanes and hit the rear tire of the bus. Florence police responded to the accident and is investigating the circumstances that caused it. There were about 15 students on board at the time. The passenger of the automobile was not hurt either. Superintendent Andy Grzeskowiak says the bus sustained no significant damage but that it will undergo a full safety inspection before it is returned to service.

A house in Gleneden Beach that sold for $1.3 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales on the northern Oregon coast in the past week. In total, 73 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $509,294. The average price per square foot was $295.

WALDPORT – Saying they didn’t know how local homeless people would get to Newport and upset that Lincoln County might be cutting a $10,000 contribution to its museum, the city council voted 6-1 last week to not contribute to a county- and volunteer-operated emergency shelter this winter. The...

McKay’s Market has acquired the JC Market on N Coast Highway in Newport. McKay’s representative Kevin Murray said the acquisition was completed Sept. 1. “We plan on doing some updating to the store in the first quarter of 2024,” he said. “New produce and frozen food cases will be the first things we look at upgrading, with the rest of the perimeter cases following that.” ...

YACHATS — Break out the lederhosen and dirndls — Munich, Germany is coming to the coast with the first annual Yachats Oktoberfest, a celebration of beer, bratwurst, music and dancing. From Friday Sept. 29 to Sunday, Oct. 1, Yachats will buzz with the sights and sounds of the...