The Firehouse Restaurant has been fined $18,150 for COVID-19 violations, including willfully exposing workers.
Updated: 3 days ago
Feb. 24, 2021 — Florence-Yachats Connector halted until highway repairs complete
Updated: 4 days ago
Feb. 24, 2021 — Council also hears about grants for airport, police
Updated: 4 days ago
Feb. 24, 2021 — Restaurants may offer indoor dining, museums may open under new category
Updated: 4 days ago
Feb. 24, 2021 — Hybrid learning model maintains distance, safety precautions
Updated: 4 days ago
Oregon OSHA faults, fines the Florence restaurant for willfully exposing workers to COVID-19.
Updated: 4 days ago
Feb. 20, 2021 — Finishing the work overview of city work plan
Updated: 1 week ago
Feb. 20, 2021 — School board meeting includes Lane ESD, vaccination update, policies
Updated: 1 week ago
Feb. 17, 2021 — Efforts result in rescue of drill operator
Updated: 1 week ago
Feb. 17, 2021 — RAIN hires local representatives as it continues its mission to support businesses
Updated: 1 week ago
Feb. 17, 2021 — "Do's and don'ts" of committees covered
Updated: 1 week ago
The repairs follow last week's incident in which an excavator working on the road fell from the shoulder.
Updated: 1 week ago
Feb. 13, 2021 — Presentations from City Manager, City Recorder, Florence Police Chief and Public Works
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Feb. 13, 2021 — Longtime Siuslaw teacher wraps up 30 years
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Feb. 13, 2021 — Mapleton welcomes fifth and sixth grade back on campus
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Feb. 10, 2021 — Food share, school district team up to provide nutrition
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Feb. 10, 2021 — Shelter opens in time for bad weather
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Feb. 6, 2021 — A mid-day accident on Highway 101 across from McDonald’s prompted the highway’s closure for 40 minutes Wednesday
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Feb. 6, 2021 — Elementary students to arrive back on campus as early as Feb. 10
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Feb. 6, 2021 — Regional community & recreation center still in initial stages
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Feb. 3, 2021 — Public comment now accepted through Feb. 22
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Feb. 3, 2021 — Budget season nears as districts consider audit results, obligations
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Feb. 3, 2021 — Siuslaw School District prepares for hybrid model of return to campus
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Feb. 3, 2021 — Community invited to Feb. 6 ribbon cutting
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Jan. 30, 2021 — Commissioners begin identifying stakeholders
Updated: 4 weeks ago
Jan. 30, 2021 — Two Florence eateries open illegally to public
Updated: 4 weeks ago
Jan. 30, 2021 — School district plans to expand LIPI, elementary on-site learning
Updated: 4 weeks ago
Jan. 27, 2021 — State guidance for local schools
Updated: 1 month ago
Jan. 27, 2021 — Board announces ‘unexpected’ resignation
Updated: 1 month ago
Jan. 27, 2021 — Special meeting discussed topics related to the district’s future financial status
Updated: 1 month ago
Jan. 27, 2021 — City also extends local ‘State of Emergency’ due to COVID-19
Updated: 1 month ago
Jan. 23, 2021 — Hospitals, EMS, U of O and others give insight into state of local vaccinations
Updated: 1 month ago
Jan. 23, 2021 — CFE Electrical Contractors will return for project
Updated: 1 month ago
Jan. 23, 2021 — First meeting held after resignation of two members
Updated: 1 month ago
Jan. 23, 2021 — Mayor to make final decisions
Updated: 1 month ago
The event was coordinated by Florence Organizes (FOR) and was held in conjunction with similar forward-focused events sponsored by various grassroots organizations across the country.
Updated: 1 month ago
Jan. 20, 2021 — In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Updated: 1 month ago
Jan. 20, 2021 — January meeting features program updates, plans for future
Updated: 1 month ago
Jan. 20, 2021 — $44,000 in pre-development costs approved
Updated: 1 month ago
Jan. 20, 2021 — KXCR hosts live, on-air MLK Day celebration
Updated: 1 month ago
The quilters of New Life Lutheran Church (NLLC) have donated 20 quilts to the Florence Warming Center.
Updated: 1 month ago
In a release from the bank Thursday, OPB confirmed that four employees have tested positive for COVID-19.
Updated: 1 month ago
Jan. 16, 2021 — District honors board in January
Updated: 1 month ago
Jan. 16, 2021 — '2020 had something else in store for us'
Updated: 1 month ago
Jan. 16, 2021 — Jan. 12 storm causes power outages, flooding, slides
Updated: 1 month ago
Florence, LCC partner on course for hospitality/tourism
Updated: 1 month ago
3-1 vote secures city council appointment, scheduled for Jan. 25
Updated: 1 month ago
Jan. 9, 2021 — District takes a look back as it heads into 2021
Updated: 1 month ago
Jan. 9, 2021 — Six candidates vie for council vacancy
Updated: 1 month ago
Jan. 9, 2021 — Western Lane County gets increased support for foster system
Updated: 1 month ago
Jan. 9, 2021 — Port funding to increase once bill gains approval
Updated: 1 month ago
Jan. 2, 2021 — Fire department also hires two career firefighters
Updated: 1 month ago
Jan. 2, 2021 — Watch the progression of stories from regular Siuslaw Region life to living under lockdown
Updated: 1 month ago
Dec. 19, 2020 — Port, Huntington agree to a three-year contract
Updated: 2 months ago
Dec. 19, 2020 — Mapleton Water District installs temporary treatment skid
Updated: 2 months ago
Dec. 19, 2020 — Florence Police work with Lane, Linn county sheriffs
Updated: 2 months ago
Dec. 19, 2020 — Florence among five county chambers seeking relief for local small businesses
Updated: 2 months ago
Dec. 11, 2020 —School Board votes on policy, hears special presentations at December meeting
Updated: 2 months ago
Dec. 11, 2020 — Commission sends annexation request on to Florence City Council
Updated: 2 months ago
Dec. 11, 2020 — A GoFundMe page has been set up for Gerry Hine
Updated: 2 months ago
Dec. 11, 2020 — Note: Masks and social distancing are required at in-person events
Updated: 2 months ago
Nov. 18, 2020 — “If 25 new businesses can gain membership to the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce, they can help their business succeed, even in these challenging times"
Updated: 3 months ago
Nov. 18, 2020 — Residents lose power, water, internet sporadically over last five days
Updated: 3 months ago
Nov. 18, 2020 — Restrictions in effect through Dec. 2
Updated: 3 months ago
Nov. 18, 2020 — Two meetings on Nov. 16 hear from committees, the public
Updated: 3 months ago
Nov. 18, 2020 — New site will house 20 of Lane County’s Pallet shelters while local groups maintain COVID-19 protocols
Updated: 3 months ago
Nov. 10, 2020 — Florence Kiwanis prepares 500 take-away meals for Thanksgiving Day
Updated: 3 months ago
Nov. 10, 2020 — Fill Your Pantry provided staples to 170 households
Updated: 3 months ago
Oct. 31, 2020 — Next step is to take goals to Florence City Council
Updated: 3 months ago
Oct. 31, 2020 — The Siuslaw woodshop trebuchet is almost ready to launch pumpkins
Updated: 3 months ago
Oct. 31, 2020 — County Commissioners approve 4 positions
Updated: 3 months ago
Oct. 27, 2020 — Today last suggested day to send in your ballot by mail
Updated: 4 months ago
Oct. 24, 2020 — Man who started fire near Mapleton sentenced to 10 years in prison
Updated: 4 months ago
Oct. 24, 2020 — Board discusses superintendent goals and evaluation, committee vacancies
Updated: 4 months ago
Oct. 24, 2020 — Committee votes down proclamation; finalizes workplan
Updated: 4 months ago
Oct. 24, 2020 — Rob Ward selected to Position 2 after a three-month vacancy
Updated: 4 months ago
Oct. 21, 2020 — Knights of Columbus to continue giving out food boxes
Updated: 4 months ago
Oct. 21, 2020 — Soroptimists plan ahead for the Christmas Food Basket Giveaway
Updated: 4 months ago
Oct. 21, 2020 — Planning Commission passed the decision to the council on Sept. 8
Updated: 4 months ago
Oct. 17, 2020 — Planning Commission to consider request in November
Updated: 4 months ago
Oct. 17, 2020 — Florence committees prepare for November work session
Updated: 4 months ago
Oct. 17, 2020 — Florence Farmers Market concludes third season with bulk-buying event
Updated: 4 months ago
Oct. 14, 2020 — ‘A Mask is Just a Mask’ campaign aims to unite Americans on the importance of wearing face coverings to help reduce the spread of COVID-19
Updated: 4 months ago
Oct. 14, 2020 — Local groups team up on recycling event
Updated: 4 months ago
Oct. 14, 2020 — Limited in-person option supports virtual learning at BGC
Updated: 4 months ago
Oct. 10, 2020 — Florence committees prepare for November work session
Updated: 4 months ago
Oct. 10, 2020 — Deadline for voter registration is Oct. 13
Updated: 4 months ago
Oct. 10, 2020 — Honking discouraged as Truck Rally drives through Old Town
Updated: 4 months ago
Oct. 10, 2020 — Couple wed in Old Town wearing inflatable dinosaur costumes
Updated: 4 months ago
Oct. 7, 2020 — 2020 theme is “Serve up fire safety in the kitchen!”
Updated: 4 months ago
Oct. 7, 2020 — Florence City Council meeting includes proclamation, grant approval
Updated: 4 months ago
Oct. 3, 2020 — Nick Royal Story, 64, of Florence was the sole fatality in house fire
Updated: 4 months ago
Oct. 3, 2020 — Yvonne Pappagallo retires from the library
Updated: 4 months ago
Sept. 30, 2020 — Community members meet regional Republican, non-partisan council candidates
Updated: 4 months ago
Sept. 30, 2020 — Approval came at the Sept. 8 meeting
Updated: 4 months ago
Sept. 30, 2020 — Veterans Memorial Park works on names for final wall
Updated: 4 months ago
Sept. 26, 2020 — Bering Sea fisherman returns to Florence after injury aboard fishing vessel
Updated: 5 months ago
Sept. 26, 2020 — Board meets twice in September
Updated: 5 months ago
Sept. 23, 2020 — Oct. 13 is the deadline for people to register to be eligible to vote in the Nov. 3 General Election.
Updated: 5 months ago
Sept. 23, 2020 — Florence covers pandemic mitigation, plans for vacancy
Updated: 5 months ago
Sept. 23, 2020 — Siuslaw School District checks in at start of school year
Updated: 5 months ago
Sept. 23, 2020 — The majority of the CEDC agenda was updates by city staff
Updated: 5 months ago
Sept. 16, 2020 — Mapleton Water District responds to resident concerns
Updated: 5 months ago
Sept. 16, 2020 — An introduction to some of Siuslaw School District's new staff members
Updated: 5 months ago
Sept. 11, 2020 — Community members gather supplies for wildfire
Updated: 5 months ago
Sept. 12, 2020 — City committees hold meetings
Updated: 5 months ago
Sept. 12, 2020 — Community prepares to help those affected by wildfires
Updated: 5 months ago
Sept. 12, 2020 — Western Lane County responds to area fires
Updated: 5 months ago
Sept. 12, 2020 — ReVision Florence Gateway Monuments added to Maple Street
Updated: 5 months ago
Sept. 9, 2020 — Graham said she will be able to give students new books several times throughout the school year
Updated: 5 months ago
Sept. 9, 2020 — Crews will continue monitoring control lines and repair impacts from fire suppression activities
Updated: 5 months ago
Sept. 9, 2020 — Chamber, Port, businesses celebrate great weather over holiday weekend
Updated: 5 months ago
Sept. 5, 2020 — Local industry members discuss property ownership, renting during COVID-19
Updated: 5 months ago
Sept. 5, 2020 — Local centers struggle with reduced slots for enrollment, rising costs
Updated: 5 months ago
Sept. 5, 2020 — Evacuations for area residents are downgraded as crews near 50% containment
Updated: 5 months ago
Sept. 3, 2020 — Shipping delays, staff training bump start date back two days
Updated: 5 months ago
Sept. 2, 2020 — Weekend events in Florence support two ideologies
Updated: 5 months ago
Sept. 2, 2020 — The deadline to register to vote is Oct. 13, 2020, in the November election
Updated: 5 months ago
Sept. 2, 2020 — Club adds new all-day program to help with distance learning
Updated: 5 months ago
Sept. 1, 2020 — County levels remain healthy despite Sweet Creek Road Fire
Updated: 5 months ago
Aug. 29, 2020 — Meeting covers major development projects
Updated: 5 months ago
Aug. 29, 2020 — Florence unites for women’s right to vote
Updated: 5 months ago
Aug. 26, 2020 — Chamber webinar considers school, economic impacts
Updated: 6 months ago
Aug. 26, 2020 — Local residents support the postal service
Updated: 6 months ago
Aug. 26, 2020 — New executive director began in summer 2020
Updated: 6 months ago
Aug. 19, 2020 — School district receives a generous grant for new technology from First Book, CDW-G, Intel and Lego
Updated: 6 months ago
Aug. 12, 2020 — ‘Remote Workers and the Rise of Main Street’
Updated: 6 months ago
Aug. 12, 2020 — 2020-21 school year to begin Sept. 14
Updated: 6 months ago
Aug. 12, 2020 — Clawson’s Wheelhouse waits on city approval after community funds mural
Updated: 6 months ago
July 8, 2020 — 19 participants lead to four awards in first year
Updated: 7 months ago
July 8, 2020 — Safe Shelter for Siuslaw Students partners with local, county groups on community initiative
Updated: 7 months ago
July 8, 2020 — Unofficial festivities accompany political, patriotic demonstrations
Updated: 7 months ago
May 27, 2020 — "COVID has put a spotlight on inequalities, and they matter when we’re discussing connectivity as a major issue.”
Updated: 9 months ago
May 27, 2020 — ‘Christmas in June’ community grant program will assist local residents
Updated: 9 months ago
May 27, 2020 — Deadwood Pioneer Cemetery installs new veteran memorial
Updated: 9 months ago
May 27, 2020 — Florence honors fallen with flags, Oregon Air National Guard flyover
Updated: 9 months ago
May 23, 2020 — Mapleton’s virtual graduation to include in-person ceremonies
Updated: 9 months ago
May 23, 2020 — Guidelines in place to reduce visitors, maintain distancing
Updated: 9 months ago
May 23, 2020 — Self-quarantine just one challenge as Charles Brown joins humane society
Updated: 9 months ago
May 20, 2020 — Siuslaw Public Library prepares for materials drop-off, staff return
Updated: 9 months ago
May 20, 2020 — Casino sets new hours, cleaning policy and arranges for social distancing
Updated: 9 months ago
May 20, 2020 — Siuslaw Elementary staff adjust to distance learning
Updated: 9 months ago
May 20, 2020 — City Council has quorum for meeting
Updated: 9 months ago
May 20, 2020 — School board declares district’s year to end on May 29
Updated: 9 months ago
May 20, 2020 — Committee expresses concerns over operating expenses, financial outlook
Updated: 9 months ago
April 25, 2020 — Vice Principal Garth Gerot named interim principal for 2020-21 school year
Updated: 10 months ago
April 25, 2020 — State readies for fewer restrictions in healthcare elective services starting May 1
Updated: 10 months ago
April 25, 2020 — $484 billion set aside to assist small businesses, hospitals
Updated: 10 months ago
April 25, 2020 — If passed, funds would go toward workforce training and other programs
Updated: 10 months ago
April 22, 2020 — Florence Mayor Joe Henry has proclaimed April 24, 2020, as Arbor Day in the City of Florence
Updated: 10 months ago
April 16, 2020 — Social Distancing requirements lead to expanded hours
Updated: 10 months ago
April 8, 2020 — Oregon's 2020 election cycle begins with May 19 Primary Election
Updated: 10 months ago
April 8, 2020 — Council considers several issues as well as declaring a state of emergency
Updated: 10 months ago
April 8, 2020 — In-person interviews delayed due to COVID-19
Updated: 10 months ago
April 8, 2020 — Siuslaw Region thanks essential workers
Updated: 10 months ago
April 4, 2020 — WLEOG initiated a PPE donation program this week
Updated: 10 months ago
April 4, 2020 — School district provides instruction, resources
Updated: 10 months ago
March 20, 2020 — Restaurants donate food to schools, area food shares
Updated: 11 months ago
March 13, 2020 — Lane County Veteran’s Services now has twice-weekly office hours
Updated: 11 months ago
March 11, 2020 – The official count for this year’s Census begins April 1
Updated: 11 months ago
March 11, 2020 – The 2020 Florence Home and Garden Show took place at the Florence Events Center from March 6 to 8, showcasing more than 40 new and returning vendors.
Updated: 11 months ago
March 11, 2020 – Florence Habitat for Humanity hosts 2020 Women Build
Updated: 11 months ago
March 7, 2020 — At issue was how to replace former SVFR Operations Chief Jim Dickerson
Updated: 11 months ago
March 7, 2020 — Florence Area Community Coalition showcases waste reduction organizations
Updated: 11 months ago
March 7, 2020 — Update: Postponed — Reproductive Health Fair unites pregnancy and parenting resources in Western Lane County
Updated: 11 months ago
March 7, 2020 — KCST/KCFM Coast Radio and Siuslaw News presents the annual Florence Home and Garden Show
Updated: 11 months ago
March 4, 2020 — Three Rivers' 5th annual fair connects employers and employees
Updated: 11 months ago
Feb. 15, 2020 — Lane County Suicide Prevention Council seeks to ‘Question, Persuade, Refer’
Updated: 1 year ago
Feb. 15, 2020 — Local update of Florence’s flood plain maps was prompted by FEMA and Lane County projects
Updated: 1 year ago
Feb. 15, 2020 — Siuslaw School District seeks community input on Student Success Act — Part II
Updated: 1 year ago
Feb. 15, 2020 — Awards night honors residents, businesses for service to region
Updated: 1 year ago
Jan. 8, 2020 — ‘Mad Hatter’s Tea Party’ 2020 auction theme announced
Updated: 1 year ago
Jan. 8, 2020 — Mark Curran leaves position Jan. 1
Updated: 1 year ago
Jan. 8, 2020 — First Florence City Council meeting of 2020 brings up old debate, new agenda
Updated: 1 year ago
Dec. 24, 2019 — Relive Siuslaw’s holiday history from the past 50 years
Updated: 1 year ago
Sept. 1, 2019 — Spark your connection to your gifts and spirit
Updated: 1 year ago
Sept. 11, 2019 — Banquet takes place at the Florence Events Center Sept. 21
Updated: 1 year ago
Aug. 17, 2019 — Siuslaw School Board dismisses complaints after holding executive sessions
Updated: 1 year ago
Aug. 17, 2019 — Siuslaw HOSA works with Lane Blood Works
Updated: 1 year ago
Aug. 17, 2019 — Wellspring Clinic continues to offer alternative pain management options
Updated: 1 year ago
Aug. 17, 2019 — Third annual Florence program promotes science, careers & fun
Updated: 1 year ago
Aug. 14, 2019 — Comprehensive provider of quality urgent care, primary care, physical therapy and musculoskeletal services comes to Florence
Updated: 1 year ago
Aug. 14, 2019 — 2019 Northwest Bronco Roundup starts Aug. 14
Updated: 1 year ago
Aug. 14, 2019 — Two long-time, local restaurant owners discuss the rewards, challenges of being women in business in Florence
Updated: 1 year ago
Aug. 14, 2019 — 100th anniversary of City of Reedsport highlights resilience, recent growth
Updated: 1 year ago
July 13, 2019 — Bark in the Park Fundraiser seeks to rehabilitate Florence's dog park
Updated: 1 year ago
July 13, 2019 — Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington gather to celebrate 90 years 90 years of Camp Cleawox’s history
Updated: 1 year ago
July 13, 2019 — Local brewpub still in the future for Florence
Updated: 1 year ago
July 13, 2019 — Peace Harbor second hospital on the West Coast to offer Siemens 3D mammography machine
Updated: 1 year ago
June 26, 2019 — Siuslaw Outreach Services Executive Director Bob Teter teaches youth about important rules for growing up
Updated: 1 year ago
June 26, 2019 — Local ham radio operators practice for 24 hours straight
Updated: 1 year ago
June 26, 2019 — Lane County discusses future of North Jetty at public meeting
Updated: 1 year ago
Clint Tatum was hired by the district to work in the Career Technical Education program
Updated: 1 year ago
Watershed Exploration Camp offers a view of nature through hands-on experience.
Updated: 1 year ago
May 20, 2019 — Fire contained as investigation continues
Updated: 1 year ago
March 1, 2019 — 2019 Home & Garden Show opens at 2 p.m. Friday
Updated: 1 year ago
Feb. 27, 2019 — Military Heritage Day highlights local links to U.S. history
Updated: 2 years ago
Feb. 27, 2019 — Local dogs Reno and Phoenix shine on biggest stage
Updated: 2 years ago
Feb. 27, 2019 — Changing international rules prompt creation of guide
Updated: 2 years ago
Feb. 27, 2019 — Officials urge people to be prepared, check on neighbors
Updated: 2 years ago
Jan. 16, 2019 — The Rhododendron Senior Court met for the first time last week
Updated: 2 years ago
Oct. 30, 2018 — A conversation with Siuslaw students & staff
Updated: 2 years ago
Oct. 31, 2018 — Measure 106 prohibits spending public funds for abortion
Updated: 2 years ago
Oct. 31, 2018 — Oregon candidates for Congress, governor weigh in on issues
Updated: 2 years ago
Oct. 31, 2018 — City amends tsunami & earthquake code
Updated: 2 years ago
Oct. 31, 2018 — Coastal conference focuses on programs designed to support, enhance coastal life
Updated: 2 years ago
June 23, 2018 — New multi-use Cannery Station could bring progress, concerns
Updated: 2 years ago
June 23, 2018 — First public meeting under new leadership shows positive interactions with members
Updated: 2 years ago
June 9, 2018 — Library endowment fund provides 600 new books
Updated: 2 years ago
June 9, 2018 — Proposed site could create 12 ‘cottage cluster’ homes
Updated: 2 years ago
June 9, 2018 — New Public Works Facility ‘A long time in the making’
Updated: 2 years ago
May 19, 2018 — 2018 Queen Rhododendra Lainey Goss and King of the Coast Trent Reavis step into history
Updated: 2 years ago