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Siuslaw Awards The 17th annual Siuslaw Awards took place Friday night at the Florence Events Center, celebrating standout local businesses, nonprofits, and individuals for their impact on the Florence community. Chamber CEO Bettina Hannigan delivered a brief “state of the chamber” address, highlighting successes in tourism and community development, while […]
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Oregon Ready for CWS Oregon State head coach Mitch Canham and players Gavin Turley, Wilson Weber, and Dax Whitney reflected on a season of growth and resilience as they prepare for the College World Series in Omaha. Canham praised the team’s unity and values, crediting their success to selflessness, hard […]
Foundation Grants The Three Rivers Foundation—the charitable arm of Three Rivers Casino Resort—has awarded $720,000 in grants to 60 nonprofits across Oregon in 2025. Established by the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians, the Foundation supports essential community services with revenue generated from casino operations. In Florence, […]
College World Series Oregon State returns to Omaha for its eighth Men’s College World Series appearance—and its first under head coach Mitch Canham, who helped the Beavers win national titles in 2006 and 2007 as a player. OSU faces Louisville tomorrow night in just their second-ever meeting. The Beavers are […]
New Sheriff Named Carl Wilkerson has been unanimously appointed Lane County Sheriff by the Board of Commissioners and will serve through 2026. With more than 30 years in law enforcement, Wilkerson began as a cadet and rose through the ranks to Chief Deputy in 2019. He’s held leadership roles in […]
Athletes Receive National Accolades Beavers: A record five Oregon State baseball players have been named to the American Baseball Coaches Association All-Region team. Catcher Wilson Weber, outfielder Gavin Turley, and pitcher Ethan Kleinschmit earned first-team honors, while shortstop Aiva Arquette and pitcher Dax Whitney made the second team. Turley, a […]
Gurtov to Speak to City Club Dr. Mel Gurtov, professer emeritus of Political Science at Portland State University will be in town Thursday afternoon where he will address the Florence City Club. “The talk is going to be on the US-China Tariff War, primarily focused on the effort by President […]
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