Community Survey Results The city of Florence has released the results of its 2024 Community Survey Report. The information was compiled over the last several months and covers 10 main areas that compose a livability factor of Florence. 831 residents responded to the survey. Some of the areas noted are […]
Author: George Henry
Viking Volleyball; Cross Country; Mapleton Volleyball; Ducks Dispose of Bruins; Boys Soccer
Viking Volleyball Viking Volleyball had a busy weekend in Junction City. The Vikings did well in tournament play against several 4A teams. They split sets with North Bend, and Newport and took both sets from Gladstone. Leaving them the top seed. Following in bracket play the Vikings defeated Elmira in […]
Silent Walk For Domestic Abuse Awareness; Free COVID Tests; Ear, Nose and Throat Services; Festival of Books
Silent Walk For Domestic Abuse Awareness October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Siuslaw Outreach Services will be starting their awareness efforts a little early. Bob Teter says their annual march against Domestic violence will be this Sunday. Gathering at Veteran’s Memorial Park on the West end of bay street […]
Sports
Football The Siuslaw Viking football team is in their by-week. They will head to South Umpqua next Friday to face the Lancers in the beginning of league play. Cross Country The Cross Country team will compete today in Lebanon at the Champs invite. Volleyball Last night at Glen Butler Court, […]
Measure 20-362; Hospitality Focus Group; Lane County Sheriff’s Deputies Respond to Fake 911 Call; Deflection Program Delayed
Measure 20-362 On the November Ballot there is a Measure that would approve a Charter Amendment that would change the way redistricting for the county would be determined. The current way allows for commissioners to hand pick individuals for a committee that would return recommendations. Supporters of measure 20-362 want […]
Boy’s Soccer Improves to 6-1
Boy’s Soccer Improves to 6-1 The Viking boy’s soccer team continues to roll on opponents. Yesterday the team faced Elmira. Coach Tomaro said while the game started slowly, the Vikings built up steam. After Elmira scored the first goal of the match it was another 25-30 minutes before the Vikings […]
National Public Lands Day; Every 15 Minute Event; Artists Wanted; Gas Prices
National Public Lands Day The fourth Saturday in September has been set aside as “National Public Lands Day”. Day-use access fees are waived, and people are encouraged to get out and enjoy nature. This Saturday happens to be the fourth Saturday and Julia Johannes says there is more to it […]
Viking Soccer; Viking Volleyball; Cross Country
Viking Soccer The Viking boys used their heads in last night’s matchup against Crosshill Christian/Jefferson. Kale Jensen, Ray Brito-Xilot and Sailor Jensen all scored on headers making for 3 of the 7 goals they would put in the net. They held their opponents to just one goal coming late in […]




