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Recycling Confusion at Transfer Station; R.A.I.N. Brings Entrepreneurs Together; School Bond Education Available

Recycling Confusion at Transfer Station Some confusion has arisen regarding recycling products in Florence.  A recent city mandate to the two refuse companies that provide service to Florence residents says that the companies must now collect plastic beverage containers including translucent milk jugs.  This, however, does not include the Lane […]

Faith & Politic In Oregon And Beyond

The Oregon Humanities will offer a free discussion Sunday, July 8th on faith and politics as part of a statewide Conversation Project. “Faith and Politics in Oregon and Beyond” a free conversation with Russ Pierson will be held at 2 o’clock at the Florence United Methodist Church Fellowship Room on […]

Fires Continue To Burn In Oregon

More firefighters were brought in to battle the Lobster Creek Fire on the southern Oregon coast Wednesday, a move aimed at stopping the blaze from escaping or rekindling.  The fire near Gold Beach is 15 percent contained and has burned about 450 acres, Oregon Department of Forestry officials said. Workers have begun mop-up operations after establishing containment […]

SVFR Adds New Mobile Command Unit

Siuslaw Valley Fire and Rescue have recently added a mobile command center to its arsenal of vehicles.  This is the first time that SVFR has had a mobile command vehicle which Fire Chief Jim Langborg says is usually only afforded larger communities. 201:  “Basically what this vehicle will do is […]

Siuslaw River Boardwalk

Fourth of July Fireworks Safety

The Fourth of July celebration means fireworks for many.  State fire officials are reminding revelers that it is extremely important to know the difference between a legal consumer firework and a dangerous explosive device. Illegal items in Oregon include firecrackers, skyrockets, Roman candles, rockets, wheels, fountains or any other article […]

Siuslaw River Bridge

Siuslaw River Bridge East Sidewalk Closed

If you are planning on watching the fireworks from the Siuslaw River Bridge the east sidewalk remains closed for construction. The west sidewalk is open to all to enjoy the walk and the view. The Siuslaw River Bridge Protection Project has been repairing damaged concrete, applying a surface coating to […]