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Voter Registration Deadline The deadline for new voters in Lane County to register and get a ballot for the May 16th Special Districts Election is today (Apr. 25). It’s too late to submit anything by mail, but unregistered voters can go online at the Lane County Website and complete a […]
Police Threat Training The Florence police department has announced that they will be continuing with their active threat training in cooperation with the Siuslaw School District. Florence Police Chief John Pitcher says it is a situation that no one wants to imagine, but the training ensures that officers learn how […]
School Board Races The upcoming special election attention will be focused on the Siuslaw School Board. Positions 1,3,5 and 7 are up for grabs. Position 1 is currently held by Brian Lacouture and is challenged by Devon Weinstein, position 3 held by Bob Sneddon is challenged by Tamara Cole, position […]
Road Work Dangers A recent accident that injured an ODOT worker as he was attempting to off load an excavator sparked the issuance of a reminder from the agency that there are several steps to take to avoid serious injuries in work zones. ODOT officials say that driver inattention is […]
Local Bank Releases 1st Quarter Numbers Ron Green, President of Oregon Pacific Bank say the bank’s first quarter performance shows year over year growth. Green says the bank, headquartered in Florence, says their philosophy of emphasizing on balance sheet diversification and focus on attracting business banking relationships that value service […]
Sheriff To Visit Florence on Jail Levy A request for voter approval of a “local option” tax levy to help pay for services at the Lane County Jail is the topic of a public information session scheduled for this Saturday in Florence. Sheriff Cliff Harrold will be at Siuslaw Public […]
Preparing for Fire Season Wildfires are a growing threat in the Northwest and a lot of money is spent on fire suppression. But a less costly approach could be to make homes and buildings more resistant to damage. Kate Anderson with Sightline Institute says “fire hardening” is far cheaper and […]
Mother’s Decision Remains the Same The story broke last weekend of the mother who pulled her 12 year old son from the local club baseball team over a blue flag lives matter. Teri Webb spoke with Coast Radio about her decision. And while she said she had no ill feelings […]
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