Mapleton Water Woes The Mapleton Water District is once again experiencing problems with its water system. Millie Rochon the Vice-Chair of the Mapleton Water District says while it is unclear what the exact problem is they believe that a leak has developed somewhere in the system between the pump and […]
Florence Oregon News
Winter Storm; First Hike; Flu Update
Winter Storm Weather issues continue along the coastal region for the Florence area today with several warnings in effect throughout the day. The high wind warning remains in effect through 7 pm this evening. Due to the high winds Central Lincoln PUD reported outages in Florence, Dunes City, north to […]
Weather Statements; Paid Leave Beginning; End of Year Giving
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; Warming Shelters; Emergency SNAP Benefits; Power Outages
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 […]
Storm Ready; Safe Driving; Elks Christmas Dinner; New App for Heart Attack
Storm Ready If you are planning travel over the holiday weekend there could be a lot of delays. Airports are currently experiencing a lot of delays and cancellations with winter storms blanketing much of the U.S. beginning today high winds and icy conditions will come as far west as Mapleton […]
Another Scam Pops Up; Holiday Travel; Hannigan Named Chair of State Chamber Board; DUII Increased Enforcement
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; OSP Make Arrest After Lengthy Investigation; OHA To Change Reporting Module – Again
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; Holiday Gas Prices; Learn and Burn; City Meeting Cancelled; Solstice Lantern Walk
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 […]




