Three Rivers Casino RV Park
You may have noticed that Three Rivers Casino Resort has broken ground on a brand-new RV Park expansion. Andy Tidwell with the RV park says the upgraded facility will feature 44 full hook-up sites, each with water and power connections. Plans also include a dedicated registration office with a small convenience store, along with new showers, restrooms, and on-site laundry facilities for guests. One unique feature will be a covered propane fire pit designed for year-round use, offering access 365 days a year regardless of weather conditions. Tidwell says updates will be shared as construction progresses.
Food Backpack For Kids
The Food Backpack For Kids program has received a $5,000 grant from the Coquille Tribal Community Fund to help provide weekend meals for students in Florence and Mapleton. Shortly after, organizers also secured a $5,200 grant from the Joseph E. Weston Foundation, along with a $3,000 contribution from the local Elks Lodge and $2,000 from the Ladies of the Elks. The program serves K-12 students with weekend food bags containing six meals, milk, fruit, snacks, and utensils. Since 2024 through 2025, more than 62,880 meals have been distributed to children facing food insecurity.
FURA Meeting
The Florence Urban Renewal Agency will meet Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. According to the posted agenda FURA board members will receive updates on the Quince Street Hotel development, including progress since the property transaction closed in November. The agency will also hear an update on the ReVision Florence Pedestrian Lighting Project and discuss future work plan priorities and next steps for urban renewal projects. The meeting will be held at City Hall and online.
