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2019 Special Election results
Updated: 19 hours ago
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Coastal Canvas
Updated: 1 day ago
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Rain dampens Rhody weekend rowdiness
Updated: 1 day ago
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City Council recognizes Public Works, prepares for National Night Out
Updated: 1 day ago
Rain dampens Rhody weekend rowdiness
Emergency response agencies report little trouble
Updated: 1 day ago
Florence Police caution businesses, citizens of counterfeit money
The bills in question appear to be identical and likely from the same source, which remains under investigation.
Updated: 2 days ago
Updated: Siuslaw Elementary School reports Monday morning fire
May 20, 2019 — Fire contained as investigation continues
Updated: 3 days ago
Election results available starting at 8 p.m. on Election Day
Voting totals will be updated throughout the evening until all ballots are processed.
Updated: 3 days ago
Rhody Rulers
112th Rhododendron Festival names Queen Rhododendra Madison Reynolds & King of the Coast Patrick Rowley
Updated: 5 days ago
‘Helping people on their worst day’
New Chief Director Michael Schick talks Siuslaw Valley, Western Lane and his path to Oregon
Updated: 5 days ago
Port proclaims Safe Boating Week, selects hauler, approves major dock upgrade
The evening began with the financial report presented by Port Administrative Assistant Kelly Stewart
Updated: 5 days ago
Elks donate STEM supplies to SMS
The Florence Elks Lodge #1858 recently presented Siuslaw Middle School with STEM school supplies as part of its 2018-19 Promise Grant.
Updated: 1 week ago
Spring outdoor burning season to re-open May 16
Although burn season will reopen, residents must check the rules and the daily advisory before burning.
Updated: 1 week ago
Dunes City finds possible solution
City still faces upcoming legal issues, financial troubles
Updated: 1 week ago
Special Election ballots due
Completed ballots for the May 21 Special Election should be mailed to the county as soon as possible
Updated: 1 week ago
Coronation to ‘paint the town’
Festival begins with Rhody Court Coronation tonight
Updated: 1 week ago
Hug-a-Tree and Survive
Nationwide safety program, inspired by local mom, to be presented at Siuslaw Elementary
Updated: 1 week ago
Blooming Rhododendron History — and me
Things were presented differently in older times
Updated: 1 week ago
Local Coast Guard, good Samaritan rescue 3 aboard sinking vessel
A 47-foot Motor Life Boat crew from Coast Guard Station Siuslaw River brought the pleasure boat safely back to Florence.
Updated: 1 week ago
To ‘stand with students’
Siuslaw focuses on education with Red for Ed, PTA Teacher Appreciation Week & school board meeting
Updated: 1 week ago
SVFR, budget committee discuss need for tax increase
District faces shortages in reserve funds for aging equipment
Updated: 1 week ago
Florence works toward approving requested $58.4 million budget
The Florence City Council will hold a public hearing on the approved budget on Monday, June 3
Updated: 1 week ago
UPDATED: Spring heat results in busy day for local first responders
A wildfire, house fire and car arson fire cap off a day of high heat and multiple emergencies for first responders.
Updated: 1 week ago
Continuing Education Scholarship being offered by Delta Gamma
Anyone who has completed at least one year of college, and/or is interested in attending college or a professional program, is encouraged to apply.
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Local Coast Guard, City team up for ‘Safe Boating Week’
At the May 6 Florence City Council meeting, Mayor Joe Henry presented a National Safe Boating Week (May 11-18) proclamation to Team Coast Guard members from Station Siuslaw River.
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Apply now for seat on Community Coalition Board
Elections for the 2019-20 board will be held at the coalition’s annual meeting on Wednesday, June 5.
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Florence Habitat ReStore raffling backyard playhouse
The grand prize is the playhouse, all ready for the backyard. The second prize is a Victorian dollhouse and the third prize is Scentsy Warmer.
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Ballots should have arrived for May 21 election
Voters who do not receive a ballot for the May 21 Special Election by today can check on the status of their registration and ballot at www.oregonvotes.gov.
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Spring outdoor burning season delayed due to fire danger
The season could open back up on Thursday May 16, if the area receives more rain.
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Community invited to opening of new park on Tuesday
City Council approves waste removal rate hike, declares Safe Boating Week May 18 to 24
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Watershed receives funding for new projects
Funds go toward restoration of local creeks, creation of project map
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Diploma diplomacy
Siuslaw students petition for teachers to bestow diplomas at graduation
Updated: 2 weeks ago
‘We need to be aware’
90by30 reflects on past and future programs to support area youth
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Kyle Building rehabilitation awarded Oregon Main Street Grant
The rehabilitation project is expected to begin in August
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Residents asked to weigh in on Siuslaw school facilities, academics
Survey still open for community responses
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Florence City Club presents education candidate forum
The forum gave candidates the opportunity to introduce themselves to those in attendance and to the larger community before the May 21 Special Election
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Port saves 4th of July Fireworks
Camping spots to be used to stage display
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Female Petty Officer Becomes the Coast Guard's Newest Surfman
U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer 2nd Class Sierra Schlager, from Station Siuslaw River in Florence, obtained the highest qualification a Coxswain can achieve in the Coast Guard
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Ballots mailed today for special election
Voters who do not receive a ballot by May 8 for the May 21 Special Election can check on the status of their registration and ballot atwww.oregonvotes.gov.
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Tiny 'tiny homes'
3rd-grade students learn ins and outs of the housing industry
Updated: 3 weeks ago
4th of July fireworks in doubt
Chamber, port look at feasibility of temporary barge to launch this year’s show in Florence
Updated: 3 weeks ago
OWEB awards half-million dollars for Siuslaw Watershed conservation
The Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board approved $556,628 for the Siuslaw Watershed Council to conduct three projects.
Updated: 3 weeks ago
FACC to host panel on housing challenges, solutions Wednesday
The discussion will include First Step’s transitional housing project and Heart of the Coast Housing Alliance's vision ADU’s (Accessary Dwelling Units).
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Spring Education Celebration, Carnival May 4 at SMS
Celebrate learning by enjoying student demonstrations of robots, Battle of the Books, Knowledge Bowl, Health Occupations, computer projects and more.
Updated: 3 weeks ago
School Facilities Advisory Committee to meet Tuesday
These meetings are designed to foster community discussion and input on issues regarding our local schools...
Updated: 3 weeks ago
‘Core’ of Discovery
Fourth-Grade Class uses Common Core Standards to learn about Lewis & Clark
Updated: 3 weeks ago
City Lights and the power of independent theaters
How local cinemas create empathy and understanding in small communities
Updated: 3 weeks ago
SVFR, WLAD ready for new chief
Interim Chief Steve Abel prepares to hand the reigns to Michael Schick
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Public Art Committee moves past mural controversy
Community involvement sought for ‘Public Paint’ Day planned for Rhody Days
Updated: 4 weeks ago
Florence recognizes Arbor Day
City Council approves “Rhody Days” closure of Maple Street
Updated: 4 weeks ago
Basket brigade
Hundreds of area kids flocked to the fields of Miller Park on Saturday
Updated: 4 weeks ago
Mayor, councilors agree to disagree on FURA appointment process
March 30, 2019 — Ordinance adopted March 18 states that the mayor approves all appointments to city committees
Updated: 1 month ago
Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial replica arrives Tuesday
March 30, 2019 — “Wall the Heals” still seeking volunteers
Updated: 1 month ago
Showing love for the Siuslaw Public Library
March 30, 2019 — Community rallies around library with art after vandalism incident
Updated: 1 month ago
FACC hears about Florence Farmer’s Market April 3
Market will return for its second season in May
Updated: 1 month ago
Florence Home & Garden Show plans for spring
March 1, 2019 — 2019 Home & Garden Show opens at 2 p.m. Friday
Updated: 2 months ago
Oregon’s Civil War connections
Feb. 27, 2019 — Military Heritage Day highlights local links to U.S. history
Updated: 2 months ago
Dogs have their day
Feb. 27, 2019 — Local dogs Reno and Phoenix shine on biggest stage
Updated: 2 months ago
New Recycle Guide available from Lane County
Feb. 27, 2019 — Changing international rules prompt creation of guide
Updated: 2 months ago
County declares weather emergency
Feb. 27, 2019 — Officials urge people to be prepared, check on neighbors
Updated: 2 months ago
Introducing the 2019 Rhododendron Court
Jan. 16, 2019 — The Rhododendron Senior Court met for the first time last week
Updated: 4 months ago
How to support Coast Guard Station Siuslaw River
Jan. 14, 2019 — Community discounts, fund come together for area Coasties
Updated: 4 months ago
Florence Area Chamber of Commerce announces nominees for 2018 Siuslaw Awards
Jan. 9, 2018 — Tickets on sale for the 11th annual Siuslaw Awards banquet
Updated: 4 months ago
Oregon law aims to end pay discrimination
Jan. 2, 2019 — Final component of 2017 Oregon Equal Pay Act goes into effect
Updated: 4 months ago
Myeena Loop residence lost to fire Sunday
Jan. 2, 2019 — One resident was displaced after a mid-morning fire on Dec. 30.
Updated: 4 months ago
Body recovered from Mercer Lake
Jan. 2, 2019 — Officials confirm body recovered from lake was Florence man Pat Stapp
Updated: 4 months ago
To bond or not to bond?
Oct. 30, 2018 — A conversation with Siuslaw students & staff
Updated: 6 months ago
Pros and cons of Measure 106
Oct. 31, 2018 — Measure 106 prohibits spending public funds for abortion
Updated: 6 months ago
In their own words: Candidates for Congress, governor
Oct. 31, 2018 — Oregon candidates for Congress, governor weigh in on issues
Updated: 6 months ago
Florence updates code to ‘Beat the Wave’
Oct. 31, 2018 — City amends tsunami & earthquake code
Updated: 6 months ago
2018 State of the Coast
Oct. 31, 2018 — Coastal conference focuses on programs designed to support, enhance coastal life
Updated: 6 months ago
2018 Halloween Events in the Florence Area
A Gathering of 2018 Seasonal Events
Updated: 6 months ago
Living in the screen age
Sept. 29, 2018 — On “Screenagers,” teens and trends of addiction
Updated: 7 months ago
Sign, sign, everywhere a sign
Sept. 29, 2018 — ODOT issues reminder on rules for outdoor advertising
Updated: 7 months ago
SVFR/WLAD approve candidate for interim chief director
Sept. 29, 2018 — Boards move forward on chief, financial front
Updated: 7 months ago
OCHS members meet new leadership
Sept. 29, 2018 — First member meeting with new board
Updated: 7 months ago
NEDCO, Florence get grant to fund affordable housing
Sept. 26, 2018 — Oregon LIFT Grant will help create Florence’s first community land trust
Updated: 7 months ago
One for the books
Sept. 26, 2018 — Florence Festival of Books brings dozens of authors, printed books to Florence Events Center
Updated: 7 months ago
Local plastic drop-off extended through Saturday afternoon
Sept. 26, 2018 — Lane County Recycle Roundup on Sept. 30
Updated: 7 months ago
Port considers commercial vessel designations
Sept. 22, 2018 — Commissioners voted unanimously to accept staff recommendations to change the definition of a “commercial vessel”
Updated: 8 months ago
FEMA holds Coastal Floodplain Map update forum in Florence
Sept. 22, 2018 — Federal agency works with Florence, Lane County & Oregon to mitigate hazards
Updated: 8 months ago
Middle school, City Lights team up to encourage ‘Screenager’ conversation
Sept. 22, 2018 — A week-long showing of the award-winning documentary aims to spark dialogue about growing up in age of smartphones and social media
Updated: 8 months ago
Solemn remembrance
Sept. 22, 2018 — Ceremonies honor POW/MIA National Recognition Day
Updated: 8 months ago
Keeping the doors to academics open
Sept. 12, 2018 — Siuslaw schools initiate AVID program in light of challenges of learning in new era
Updated: 8 months ago
Rods ’n Rhodies ‘shapes up’ for fun with new & classic features
Sept. 12, 2018 — Rods ’n Rhodies and Community-wide Garage Sale weekend included a flash mob set to “You’re the One that I Want”
Updated: 8 months ago
Woven together
Sept. 12, 2018 — Boardwalk Market brings African basket seller to the Pacific Northwest
Updated: 8 months ago
Fire consumes building at Sand Dunes Frontier
Sept. 12, 2018 — Sand Dunes Frontier’s early morning fire still under investigation
Updated: 8 months ago
Florence project could address part of area’s housing needs
June 23, 2018 — New multi-use Cannery Station could bring progress, concerns
Updated: 11 months ago
OCHS holds annual member meeting
June 23, 2018 — First public meeting under new leadership shows positive interactions with members
Updated: 11 months ago
Port of Siuslaw chooses two new commissioners
June 23, 2018 — 5-member commission now complete as Craig Brandt, Craig Zolezzi join port
Updated: 11 months ago
Local police, sheriffs serve warrants and arrest 6 Friday
June 23, 2018 — Police request county Special Response Team for June 22 incident
Updated: 11 months ago
Hundreds of new adventures await
June 9, 2018 — Library endowment fund provides 600 new books
Updated: 11 months ago
Florence, NEDCO continue to seek affordable housing funding
June 9, 2018 — Proposed site could create 12 ‘cottage cluster’ homes
Updated: 11 months ago
Code Enforcement delivers Old Town parking reminders
June 9, 2018 — Parking restrictions in Old Town enforced all year, especially for RVs
Updated: 11 months ago
A public work
June 9, 2018 — New Public Works Facility ‘A long time in the making’
Updated: 11 months ago
Reigning Royalty
May 19, 2018 — 2018 Queen Rhododendra Lainey Goss and King of the Coast Trent Reavis step into history
Updated: 1 year ago
Eugene, Cascades & Coast celebrates visitor industry organizations
May 4, 2018 — Travel Lane County highlights Bartlett, Sand Dunes Frontier for years of service
Updated: 1 year ago
Florence goes ape for CROW's 'Tarzan'
A review of CROW's production of Disney's 'Tarzan'
Updated: 1 year ago
Port discusses Business Oregon IGA, public input
Feb. 24, 2017 - Meetings feature comments on erosion repair project, public perception and ATVs
Updated: 1 year ago
OCHS, ODJ agree on new board voting process
Feb. 24, 2017 — New procedures will allow members to directly vote for nonprofit's leaders
Updated: 1 year ago
Boys & Girls Club replaces executive director
Feb. 24, 2017 — Chuck Trent takes over from Jack Davis, who was terminated "without cause" Feb. 16
Updated: 1 year ago
Boys & Girls Club contemplates financials
Feb. 14, 2018 — While not in crisis, Boys & Girls Club sees possible funding shortfalls in the near future
Updated: 1 year ago
Temperature drop prompts shelter opening
Feb. 14, 2018 — More than a dozen people show up for shelter and a warm meal Monday night
Updated: 1 year ago
Florence plans to start its own 'revolution'
Feb. 14, 2018 — After failing to make Small Business Revolution's top 5 towns, #MyFlorence prepares to carry on momentum
Updated: 1 year ago
