Chamber Supports Letter to Governor
The Florence Area Chamber of Commerce has joined chambers from across Oregon in urging Governor Tina Kotek and state lawmakers to quickly implement recommendations from the Governor’s Prosperity Council. In a letter organized by the Oregon State Chamber of Commerce, business leaders say many of the council’s proposals address long-standing concerns, including Oregon’s regulatory environment, land use system, Climate Protection Program, and tax policies they argue discourage investment and economic growth. The letter calls on the governor and Legislature to begin preparing reforms for the 2027 legislative session while taking executive action wherever possible, saying there is no excuse for delaying changes they believe would strengthen Oregon’s economy and improve prosperity in communities across the state.
Protect Your Pets
With fireworks planned in Dunes City tonight and Old Town Florence tomorrow—and many more expected throughout the community despite local restrictions—the Oregon Coast Humane Society is reminding pet owners to take precautions this holiday weekend. Keep pets indoors during fireworks, make sure they’re wearing ID tags and have updated microchip information, and create a quiet, secure space to help reduce anxiety. Never bring pets to fireworks displays or leave them unattended in a vehicle. Humane Society Executive Director Elizabeth Thompson says even calm pets can panic when fireworks begin. If your pet goes missing, or if you find a lost animal, contact the Oregon Coast Humane Society
Share the Road
With warmer weather bringing more cyclists to Highway 101, the Lane and Lincoln County Sheriff’s Offices are reminding everyone to share the road safely. Drivers should give cyclists plenty of room when passing, check blind spots before turning or opening a vehicle door, and remember bicycles are considered vehicles under Oregon law. Cyclists are reminded to ride with traffic, use bike lanes where required, wear reflective gear, and make sure their bikes have proper lights and working brakes. Officials say a little extra patience and caution can help keep everyone safe this summer.
