Weather Statements The National weather service has issued a coastal flood watch for the Florence area as well as parts north for the next 24 hours. Along with the watch there is also the potential for sneaker waves along the coast line which are particularly dangerous for pets and children, […]

Viruses – Holiday Gathering The Oregon Health Authority is urging caution during holiday gatherings indoors this year.  Many hospitals are experiencing record numbers of patients due to the onslaught of COVID-19, influenza and RSV.  The rate of infection is greatly increased in enclosed spaces and the colder weather will keep […]

Another Scam Pops Up Yet another scam has come to light for the Florence Community.  Florence Area Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Betting Hannigan says that a docu-sign email has been going around that is purportedly from the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce.  Hannigan says that several people have […]

Scammers Target Locals Scammers continue to utilize technology to try to separate you from your money.  The latest is by cloning a recognizable number so that you think they are from a legitimate institution.  On Friday of last week Oregon Pacific Bank became aware of a scam using their number.  […]

Volunteers Lauded An Oregon woman who helps people with their taxes has won a prestigious award for volunteers. A-A-R-P Oregon has awarded the 2022 Andrus Award for Community Service to Kathy Goeddel, a volunteer who has worked with the A-A-R-P Tax-Aide program for three decades. The program helps people with […]

Freezing Temps Lane County is expected to have temperatures that dip below freezing for the weekend opening shelters countywide.  Here in Florence the Florence Cold Weather shelter will be open and have shuttle buses running beginning at 5 pm this evening.  there are several sites where the shuttle will pick […]