Vikings Opener a Win The Siuslaw Vikings increased their record to 2-1 on Friday evening. The Vikings hosted Newport and quickly set them on their heals with two quick touchdowns. Newport fought back and added two more to take a 14-12 lead, but according to coach Sam Johnson, they just […]
Author: George Henry
Fire Ban Lifted
Fire restrictions for Western Lane County have officially been lifted. According to Siuslaw Valley Fire and Rescue’s Fire Prevention Captain, Tony Miller, this is the earliest anyone can remember the ban being lifted. Traditionally, according to Miller, it has been October 15th. He says, however, SVFR will not be issuing […]
Cougar Sighting; Brewery Close to Approval; PAC Meeting; Yard Debris
Cougar Sighting It was a week ago, but information has come out about an apparent cougar sighting at the site of the new concession stand at Miller Park. At about 7:20 last Friday morning workers who were preparing to begin masonry work on the new structure reported seeing what they […]
5 Set Loss to Lions; Vikings Open at Home; Mapleton at Home; Ducks on the Road
5 Set Loss to Lions It was a 5 set battle in Cottage Grove last night for the Lady Vikings on the court. After digging a 21-15 hole in the first set Freshman Desi Tupua served 10 straight balls resulting in a 25-21 set victory. The second set went to […]
Busy City; Bus Drivers Needed; Free Bowling Event
Busy City The City of Florence is actively engaged in multiple projects across the city. From the revision Florence project to Miller Park and the organization of committees to work on future developments including the property across from the Florence Events Center and the newly acquired property north of town […]
JV Game Cancelled; Meet Moved; Lady Viks Season Opens; Gridiron Viks Open at Home
JV Game Cancelled The JV Football game scheduled at Marshfield for September 30th has been canceled. According to Siuslaw Athletic director, Chris Johnson, Marshfield does not have enough players. There are no plans to reschedule. Meet Moved Johnson also says that the Cross Country schedule has changed. The team will […]
LCC Expanding Learning Opportunities; Voter Registration Recognition; Gas Prices; FURA Meeting
LCC Expanding Learning Opportunities Lane Community College in Florence is offering an online class that can educate individuals about water system engineering and conservation. The program is initiated out of the Eugene Campus, but is offered in Florence with full support of both the Florence and Eugene Campus. Program Director […]
Mapleton Starts Volleyball season 0-4
Mapleton Starts Volleyball season 0-4 Last night in League Volleyball the Mapleton Sailors hosted McKenzie. The Sailor ladies fell in straight sets to the Eagles. Their next match is set for Saturday at home against C.S. Lewis Academy. The Lady Vikings open their season league play tomorrow evening in […]