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The City of Florence is gearing up to celebrate 125 year anniversary. A city wide block party is being planned for July 27th from 5:30-9pm in Old Town. According to the City Bay Street from the Siuslaw Bridge to Laurel Street will be closed to create a hub for […]
With the Fourth of July holiday Americans hit the roads in record numbers. The American Red Cross has travel reminders for those on the road whether at home or on vacation. First let someone you’re your destination, route and travel time. Perform safety checks before you leave home, including […]
Florence Habitat for Humanity to hold a series of information meetings. The series of meetings will inform potential home owners about application processes and potential home ownership on a modest income. The meetings will be held by Florence Habitat for Humanity at a variety of locations with different meeting times […]
The Eugene Emeralds dropped their seventh straight game Friday night to the Everett Aqua Sox 4 to 3 at PK Park only to rebound Sunday with a pair of victories. Six Em’s pitchers combined Sunday night in a Northwest league double header to take down the visiting Aqua Sox 3-1 […]
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Police in Portland, Oregon, say several people were injured and some arrests were made during violent protests Saturday. Police say four people were taken to hospitals, including one who suffered serious injuries. One officer was also hurt after being struck by a projectile. Clashes broke […]
Coast Guard Chief Settles In Senior Chief Jay Nilles says that he is settling in to the U.S. Coast guard station Siuslaw River and is getting to know the citizens as he begins his command here in Florence. Nilles is aware of the influence the Coast Guard has on Florence […]
Beavers National Champions The Oregon State Beavers are National Champions once again as the defeated the Arkansas Razorbacks last night in Game 3 of the College World Series. Freshman phenom Kevin Able threw a complete game shutout striking out 10 razorbacks and allowing just two hits on the night. Abel […]
Timeline For Revision Florence Moved The Florence Urban Renewal Agency met to discuss the Revision Florence Project last night. Part of the discussion was how to move forward with plans in light of receiving extremely high bids that came in over the 7 million dollar allowed budget . The project […]
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