Florence Police aid State Troopers in ending high speed chase
A high speed chase Easter Morning east of Florence ended with one suspect in custody. Florence police chief John Pitcher said Troopers, aided by Lane County Sheriff’s Deputies had been unable to stop the vehicle east of Mapleton on Highway 126 late Sunday Morning. (CHASE 1) – “They’d been involved in a pursuit of a vehicle coming down 36. I guess this is the second pursuit of the same vehicle. It was a stolen vehicle, it also had stolen plates on it.”) Pitcher said his officers were able to deploy another spike strip on the Eastern City Limits with some success. (CHASE 2) – “The vehicle continued into town, our officers tried to get in behind, the vehicle was driving extremely reckless. Sounds like we deflated three of the tires. We didn’t see it because we didn’t get close enough, but after he turned onto 101 to go south but it sounds like he went through the parking lot of the gas station taking out one of the pumps.” From there, the vehicle crossed 8th street crashing into the landscaping at Banner Bank. Pitcher said they did apprehend one suspect after he had run from the wreck. That person was turned over to State Troopers who are continuing the investigation. Pitcher said there were no injuries reported
Voter Registration Cutoff:
With Election Day approaching, the Lane County Elections Office is urging voters to register or update their registration by one week from today, Tuesday, April 29th, to be ready for the May 20, 2025 Special Election. Acting County Clerk Lorren Blythe says it’s important for eligible voters to meet the deadline and verify their information to avoid issues. Hand-delivered registration forms must arrive by 5 p.m. at the Elections Office in Eugene, mailed forms must be postmarked by April 29th, and online registrations must be completed at oregonvotes.gov by 11:59 p.m. that same day. Ballots will begin mailing May 1st.
FACC Celebration of Volunteers: Wed 4/28 10-3:30 at FEC.
Once again, the Florence Area Community Coalition will be celebrating area volunteers at an event that honors their contributions to the community. It will be tomorrow at the Florence Events Center from one to three pm. Elizabeth Thompson, Executive Director of the Oregon Coast Humane Society, is the Keynote Speaker. The reservation cutoff was last week, but if you need info, go to the Events page at www.florenceareacc.org. or email Nancy Glines at nancy.glines@svdp.us for more information.
It’s expected to be a weekend of inspiration, relaxation, and fun this weekend at Driftwood Shores Resort and Conference Center. The Women’s Wellness, Oregon Coast Expo will feature dozens of exhibitors dedicated to your well-being. There will be holistic practitioners, artisans and authors on hand to help you on your wellness journey. There will be Tai-Chi instruction along with demonstrations on sound bathing and art therapy. Outside on the beach will feature a display from the Bandon Kiters, you’re welcome to bring your own kite along to join the fun. It’s presented by the Market and Dine In Deli at Driftwood Shores.
