Author: George Henry

Siuslaw River Bridge

New Police Vehicles; ENT Specialists to Come to Florence; Veteran’s Parade Changes; Gas Prices

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 […]

Sports, Oct. 15, 2024

Athlete of the Week The Sports Club, the Siuslaw News and Coast Radio Sports congratulate senior Cross Country Runner Clayton Wilson for a second week as he broke the Siuslaw High School Record for the 5000 meter previously held by Mack Marbas in 2013.  Clayton’s 14.58.4 bested Marbas by 14.6 […]

News for Oct. 15, 2024

Peacehealth Expanding Behavioral Health PeaceHealth announced today plans to build a new inpatient behavioral health hospital in Lane County. The 96-bed Timber Springs Behavioral Health Hospital will be located near PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend in Springfield. It will offer comprehensive behavioral health services for adolescents, adults, and […]

Siuslaw Defeat Douglas; Fastest Viking – 5000 Meters; Volleyball; Soccer; Duck Football; Beaver Football

Siuslaw Defeat Douglas Viking football still undefeated The Douglas Trojans took an early 14-0 lead over Siuslaw Friday night at Hans Petersen Field. But, the Vikings quickly got back on track, ultimately outscoring the Trojans 38-30. Three minutes into the second quarter Max Reynolds got Siuslaw on the board for […]

Sides Disagree on Old Growth Logging Plans; Fall Burning Delayed Again; Holiday Tasting; Theme for Rhody Days Announced

Sides Disagree on Old Growth Logging Plans In Oregon, the debate over logging intensifies as environmental groups challenge a Bureau of Land Management project to cut down centuries-old trees in the coastal range. Proponents argue that revenue from logging is essential for local services, but conservationists warn about the ecological […]