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Lawmaker Mull Predatory Lending Practices Oregon lawmakers are considering a bill aimed at cracking down on what supporters describe as predatory lending practices affecting thousands of residents each year. A new report from the Center for Responsible Lending focuses on lender OppFi, which charges interest rates of up to 195 […]
Athlete of the Week The Sports Club and Coast Radio Sports congratulate Mapleton senior Averie Walker as this week’s Athlete of the Week. Her contributions to the Sailor’s 5-0 start in league play has been invaluable according to coach Vanessa Clemons. She gave two solid performances last week against Triangle […]
FLOCK Cameras Approved Despite a large outcry from audience members and extensive public comment, the Florence City Council voted 3–2 last night to continue using the FLOCK automatic license plate reader camera system. Councilors heard from multiple community members who objected to the technology, raising concerns about who can ultimately […]
Viking Basketball The Siuslaw varsity Vikings girls came up just short Friday, falling to Glide 27-24. Siuslaw trailed by 12 points at 25-13, but rallied late, outscoring Glide 12-6 in the fourth quarter to make it a one-possession game. Pearl Jensen led the Vikings with nine points. Ryleigh Panschow pulled […]
Will Council Decide Fate of FLOCK? This evening’s Florence City Council meeting could bring a decision on the City’s use of Flock Safety automatic license plate reader cameras, following weeks of public input and council discussion. The issue drew fresh attention over the weekend, with protestors lining Highway 101 on […]
WHEN: Friday, February 13, 2026 starting at 9:15 a.m. Listen Live: AUCTION ITEMS: Auction Items are numbered and auctioned accordingly. All sales are final. Items cannot be exchanged. There in no cash value on any of the certificates. All sales are sold as is but should be free […]
Wrestling Duals Today and tomorrow Siuslaw and mapleton wrestlers will be competing in Special District 2 League Duals at Santiam Christian School. teams from Creswell, Elmira, Harrisburg, Jefferson, Scio and Taft as well as the host team, will be on the mats for the two day tournament. Viking Basketball The […]
Changes Coming At Oregon Pacific Bank Ron Green, President of Oregon Pacific Bank announced his intention to retire later in 2026. Green says his main driving force in the decision is grandchildren. While no firm date was given, Green said it was important to announce now because his succecessor has […]
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