Youth to Learn Police Procedure The youth of Florence will have an opportunity to see what a career in law enforcement would look like. The city of Florence is holding a Youth Police Academy for ages 13-17. Students will have the opportunity to learn how entities like the Florence Police […]
Author: George Henry
Our Town – June 2022
Rural Health – Peace Harbor’s CAO Jason Hawkins, ED Director Dr. Willie Foster with Interim Director for Oregon Office of Rural Health Robert Duehmig Mayor Joe Henry Florence Public Works – Mike Miller Siuslaw Schools Art – Alicia DeNicola Boys and Girls Club Summer Activities – Sam Gauderman and Vanessa […]
Graduation Broadcast; OHA Updates; Flag Day; Public Art
Graduation Broadcast What grew out of necessity during the previous 2 years of the COVID-19 pandemic has now become a staple for the community. This Friday is the graduation ceremonies for the Siuslaw Vikings and in the previous 2 years they have been broadcast on the radio and supported with […]
College World Series
Next – Super Regionals The Oregon State Beavers have survived the Regionals with a win over the Commodores of Vanderbilt. It was a back and forth battle for 8 ½ innings. With the game all tied at 6 apiece third baseman Matthew Gretler gave the Beavers the lead in the […]
Memorial Bike Ride; Impact of Chinook Season Cancellation; City Council Meeting Cancelled; COVID-19; Gas Prices Continue to Spike
Memorial Bike Ride Radio personality Dr. Scott Donaldson, host of I’m Just Sayin, was in town on Friday to begin a memorial trip from the Oregon coast to Baker City. Donaldson had promised his deceased son Seth that he would take him to Bend when he became and adult, but […]
College World Series: Regionals
The Oregon State Beavers did not survive their outing with Vanderbilt last night losing 8-1 which means the Beavers will face elimination from the College World Series today. They are set to play Vanderbilt for the right to move ahead to the Super Regionals. The game is scheduled for a […]
Athlete of the Year
8 of the 10 finalists were present at Siuslaw High School Today for the presentation of the Athlete of the Year plaques to the two most outstanding athletes for the 2021/2022 season. the 10 finalists were Beau Erickson, Chad Hughes, Hunter Petterson, Camp Lacouture, and from Mapleton High School Joe […]
Siuslaw Awards; City Renews Block Party; Free Fishing; COVID Cases
Siuslaw Awards The Florence Area Chamber of Commerce has announced that it is receiving nominations for the 14th annual Siuslaw Awards. This year the event will be at Three Rivers Casino Resort and will recognize businesses and some individuals for their contributions to the business community and their overall commitment […]