Fire Claims Life
A fire in the 1900 block of 23rd street on Saturday claimed the life of an 80 year old female. Smoke was noticed coming from the residence and emergency personnel found victim deceased in the bedroom. The name of the woman has not yet been released and fire investigators are still working to determine the cause of the fire. The investigation will include Siuslaw Valley Fire and Rescue, Florence Police and the Lane County Medical Examiner’s office.
City Seeking Volunteers
The City of Florence is seeking volunteer applicants for the City of Florence Planning commission and the Florence Urban Renewal Agency. Eligible applicants for the Planning commission need to reside within the city limits The FURA positions are open to individuals in the Florence area including the Urban Growth boundaries. The deadline to apply for the both board positions is November 29th.
Veteran’s Day Activities
This veteran’s day on Thursday November 11th several businesses and groups in town will hold special events for Veterans. Old Town Barber Shop will be offering free haircuts for Veterans, The Elks Lodge will hold a Veteran’s day Ceremony at 11 am. Umpqua discovery Center will offer free admission to veterans and the Firehouse on Bay Street will offer free burgers to veterans. In addition the Bridgewater will offer a 10% discount. On Wednesday there will be a veteran’s recognition at the Siuslaw High School beginning with a veteran’s breakfast at 8:30 followed by an assembly honoring local veterans at 9 am. There will be a Veteran’s Cruise that will take place through Old Town and past several assisted living facilities on Thursday at 1 pm
Herd Immunity on the Horizon
With COVID-19 numbers declining and vaccination efforts going strong Lane County Commissioner Jay Bozievich says we should reach herd immunity by the end of the year. Currently the state is recording over 15,000 daily vaccinations which include boosters, first and second doses and now the pediatric vaccine. This week’s vaccination clinic at the Florence Events Center will offer all but the pediatric vaccine. Lane County will hold a pediatric vaccination clinic on November 20th at Siuslaw Middle School. FEC clinic hours are 11-6 through Saturday.
