Smoke and Haze There have been several reports of a smoke odor and haze in the area. According to Western Lane Fire and EMS Chief Michael Schick, it appears the smoke is coming from Central Oregon. Fortunately, there are no reported fires in the immediate area. However, the DEQ is […]
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Council Meeting; Measure 118; Mushroom Festival
Council Meeting The Florence City Council is considering approval of Resolution No. 22, Series 2024, which would allow the City to apply for a grant from the Oregon Department of Aviation to fund airport improvements. The Oregon Department of Aviation has opened the 2024-2025 Critical Oregon Airport Relief (COAR) Grant […]
Viking Victory; Cross Country Victory; OSU Double Overtime Victory; Mapleton Volleyball; Viking Soccer
Viking Victory The Vikings trailed 22-21 at the half at South Umpqua High School Friday night. It wasn’t until late in the game that Siuslaw mounted an 80 yard drive to take a 7 point lead. The Lancers were unable to answer and Siuslaw remains undefeated to win their first […]
Our Town October 2024
Monique DeSpain Interview part one Monique DeSpain Part two Measure 20-362 Snowy Plover Every 15 Minute Event Dunes City
Viking Volleyball; Football Program; College Football
Viking Volleyball Both JV and Varsity volleyball teams swept Glide last night. Varsity scores were 25-19, 25-21, and 25-17. Kimberly Martinez-Munoz led with 11 kills, 2 aces, and 13 digs. Jolee Erickson added 9 kills, and Kylee Stinger had 16 digs, 13 perfect serve receives, and 15 assists. Kamorah Lake […]
School Assessment Results; Stuck House in Cushman; Food Backpack for Kids
School Assessment Results The Oregon Department of Education has released the 2023-24 statewide assessment results, revealing mixed outcomes for students still recovering from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Math scores saw slight improvement, with a 0.4 percentage point increase from the previous year, but English language arts proficiency declined […]
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Volleyball Win; Game Moving; Schedule
Volleyball Win The Viking Volleyball team swept South Umpqua in straight sets tonight, winning 25-20, 25-15, and 25-20. Jolee Erickson led the charge with 7 service aces and 9 kills, scoring 17 of the team’s 52 points. Mia Snider added 7 kills, while Kimberly Martinez-Munoz had 9 kills and 13 […]