More concern over scams as chief John Pitcher with the Florence police department has provided information that another florence resident has been cheated out of thousands of dollars as recently as this week. He says that people spoofing the local police number and using the name of an actual employee […]
Author: George Henry
More on Scams; Paid Internships; Spring Break Weather; Public Arts
More on Scams A conversation with Florence Police Chief John Pitcher yielded a great deal of information on local scams that have been circulating in the community. Chief Pitcher compiled a detailed list of the activities that have been recognized in the Florence area. He stated in his report that […]
Mapleton Track and Field; Siuslaw Icebreaker; Baseball
Mapleton Track and Field Jessica Krull Mapleton Track and Field coach said on Wednesday two Mapleton Athletes got first place finishes setting personal records in the process. Ramil Beers took first place in the 100 meters with a time of 12.1. for the girls Natalie Stevens got the top spot […]
Watch for Scams; WLCF Grants; BLM Grants; Chamber Art; Study Update
Watch for Scams Winds of scams permeating the Florence community have been circulating. It is believed that a person or persons have been representing themselves as associates of businesses in town to solicit advertising. Florence police Chief John Pitcher says there has been no formal complaint lodged, but that it […]
Siuslaw Icebreaker; OSU Baseball; Lady Ducks in Super 16; Viking Golf; Siuslaw Softball
Track and Field Today is the Siuslaw Icebreaker. Six schools will be participating in the event. Competition begins at 4pm. OSU Baseball The OSU Beavers welcome the Cal Bears to Goss Stadium and Coleman Field tomorrow for a three game stand. The beavers are just 1-5 in conference play and […]
Housing Development Seeking Funding Plans for a new affordable housing development at the site of the former Hans Peterson Field on Quince Street are just that for now, plans. A representative with Homes for Good says they are still in the application process for grant money to assist with the […]
Late Run Saves Game for Vikings; Lady Vikings; Viking Golf; Mapleton; Ducks NIT Run Over
Late Run Saves Game for Vikings Viking Baseball coach Tom Shinn said yesterday’s 13-12 win over Creswell was an exciting game that showed how much composure the team had that kept them fighting. The Vikings were down 12-7 in the seventh inning when the Viks surged. Andrew Jensen-Norman hit a […]
Updating Mitigation Plan; City Council Meeting; Job Fair; Sheriff’s Cadet Program
Updating Mitigation Plan Lane County is looking for feedback on its Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan. The plan is updated every five years. And looks at potential natural hazards and how to reduce significant impact and minimize long-term risk from such hazards. It is county’s local blueprint to help protect people […]