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Ems Win The Eugene Emeralds opened their road series with a 5-2 win over the Tri-City Dust Devils, snapping their opponent’s five-game winning streak and extending their Northwest League South lead to nine games. Starter Josh Bostick was dominant, striking out a career-high 14 batters — the most in the […]
Economic Development The City of Florence’s 2025 Economic Development Annual Report says Old Town has seen targeted improvements aimed at enhancing its role as a hub for tourism and business. Projects include upgraded pedestrian pathways, refreshed public spaces, and improved lighting to make the area more walkable and inviting. Wayfinding […]
Black and White Recycling Event The City of Florence Environmental Management Advisory Committee will hold its annual Black and White Recycling Event Saturday, August 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Siuslaw Middle School south parking lot. City residents can drop off black tires, white propane tanks, and […]
Ems Drop Series Finale The Eugene Emeralds dropped the final game in their series with the Spokane Indians. Both teams battled hard with the ems leading by two in to the 8 inning when the Indian Tevin Tucker singled in a run. Then Caled Hobson laid down a sacrifice bunt […]
6 Game Win Streak For Ems The Eugene Emeralds pulled off a thrilling 4-3 walk-off win in 10 innings over the Spokane Indians. Down 3-0 entering the 8th, the Ems tied it up with clutch hits from Luke Shliger, Jonah Cox, and Damian Bravo. Charlie Szykowny, who scored the tying […]
Records Office Moving The Lane County Deeds & Records Office is moving back to the County’s Public Service Building at 8th and Oak in Eugene, starting Thursday, August 21st. The last day at its current location inside the Elections Office on 10th and Lincoln is Tuesday, August 19th. Services will […]
Siuslaw Valley Charter School WLFEA Fire Update Florence Festival of Books Fish Hatchery at Siuslaw School
Viking Golf Coach Sought The Siuslaw Vikings are searching for a new golf coach following the retirement of longtime teacher and coach Chuck Johnson last spring. Johnson revived the program in 2022 and led the team to two state tournament appearances. Applications for the position, which pays between $4,000 and […]
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