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Choosing a Medicare Plan It’s the time of year when people eligible for Medicare can shop around and make sure they are signed up for the health coverage that makes the most sense for them. Open enrollment for Medicare lasts through December 7th – an important date for more than […]
Viking Win Micah Blankenship intercepted a Sutherlin pass at the goal line midway through the first quarter Friday night. That set up a brief drive that ended in a 49 yard touchdown pass from Blankenship to tight end Ryan Klampe to give the Vikings an early 6-nothing lead over the […]
Ballots Coming The Lane County Elections Office has officially placed ballots in the mail for the November 5, 2024, General Election. All 21 ballot drop boxes across Lane County will be available 24/7 until 8:00 p.m. on Election Day. In Florence, the drop box is located in front of the […]
Viking Soccer The Siuslaw Viking boys soccer team faced Santiam Christian on the road Thursday evening, battling through injuries and lineup changes in a tough, competitive match. The Eagles capitalized early with two quick breakaways, scoring twice before Siuslaw found their rhythm. Kale Jensen netted the Vikings’ first goal after […]
Free Lunch It’s National School Lunch Week, and in Oregon, advocates are seizing the opportunity to encourage lawmakers to make school meals accessible to every student in the state. The School Meals for All coalition is pushing for legislation in the 2025 session to provide free breakfast and lunch to […]
Viking Soccer Siuslaw girl’s soccer went up against Pleasant Hill last night at home. The Vikings were rendered scoreless as pleasant hill put 4 balls in the net. Sports Schedule Several sporting events are on tap for today. The Siuslaw boy’s soccer team will be up against Santiam Christian on […]
New Police Vehicles The Florence Police Department has bolstered its fleet with the addition of two new 2024 Ford F150 Super Crew Cab 4×4 hybrid trucks. These gas-electric hybrid vehicles will enhance the department’s ability to respond to emergencies, support officers in the field, and manage the diverse demands of […]
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