Veteran Service Officers return to Florence in August
July 31, 2021 — DAV announces new hours, schedule
Updated: 2 days ago
OHA recommends universal mask use for all public indoor settings
July 28, 2021 — Return to mask mandate comes after CDC guidance on July 27
Updated: 4 days ago
Agencies swear in new members to boards of directors
July 28, 2021 — Siuslaw Valley, Western Lane hold combined meeting
Updated: 4 days ago
In the wake of the Olympics
July 28, 2021 — On the road to surf inclusion for the Oregon Coast
Updated: 4 days ago
Longtime Mason supports the children’s library in Florence
July 24, 2021 — $500,000+ donated to Siuslaw Public Library’s program
Updated: 1 week ago
Fuller Center Bike Adventure ‘builds community’ — Part II
July 24, 2021 — On rides, cyclists raise money for homebuilding
Updated: 1 week ago
First Florence City Council meeting in person covers full agenda
July 24, 2021 —
Updated: 1 week ago
And still they rise
July 23, 2021 — Florence Chamber announces 2020 Siuslaw Award Winners
Updated: 1 week ago
Power of Florence makes comeback
July 21, 2021 — 11th annual event continues tradition of ‘making a difference'
Updated: 1 week ago
2021 wildfires pose significant threat
July 21, 2021 — Legislators push for preparedness
Updated: 1 week ago
Back in session
July 21, 2021 — Florence City Council resumes in-person meetings
Updated: 1 week ago
City committees hold meetings in July
July 17, 2021 — Transportation, Planning meet
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Lane County invites input on Climate Action Plan
July 17, 2021 — Coastal residents encouraged to participate
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Cycling through Florence
July 14, 2021 — University of Texas students stop by on their 70-day bike journey
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Kiwanis ‘on par’ with golf tournament
July 14, 2021 — Kiwanis Club Golf Challenge benefits Doernbecher Children’s Cancer Program
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Summer in full swing with Florence’s reopening
July 14, 2021 — Restaurants, businesses report on first weeks beyond pandemic restrictions
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Four Siuslaw residents honored with First Citizen nominations
July 14, 2021 — Chamber’s Siuslaw Awards highlight local volunteers, community builders
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Iconic Old Town building has new tenant
July 10, 2021 — Building ‘gifted’ to house yoga, spirituality, books
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Cutting ribbons on a new city
July 10, 2021 — Siuslaw Summer School teaches civics, STEAM
Updated: 3 weeks ago
50th anniversary of the Oregon Bottle Bill
July 10, 2021 — BottleDrop one way to gain deposit
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Agencies felt prepared for holiday emergency response
July 7, 2021 — 'We did not have any major incidents or problems'
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Coastal visitors should keep safety in mind
July 7, 2021 — Sneaker waves and rip currents possible all year
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Festive Fourth
July 7, 2021 — By Mark Brennan, Reina Harwood, Chantelle Meyer & Zeahna Young/Siuslaw News
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Connecting the community
July 3, 2021 — Siuslaw Vision invites new members as it prepares to recover, renew and respond
Updated: 4 weeks ago
Local organizations take extra precautions for July 4 fireworks
July 2, 2021 — Drought conditions, wildfire emergency cause alert over holiday weekend
Updated: 4 weeks ago
Dunes City approves $761,201 budget for FY 2021-22
June 26, 2021 — City confirms services it provides to residents
Updated: 1 month ago
Florence City Council hears about wind energy
June 26, 2021 — Council approves items at June 21 meeting
Updated: 1 month ago
A sign for the sand
June 26, 2021 — Beach exposed at Exploding Whale Park causes trouble at low tide
Updated: 1 month ago
Siuslaw School Board approves 2021-22 Budget
June 23, 2021 — Directors consider policies
Updated: 1 month ago
Port continues partnerships
June 23, 2021 — Plans move forward on July 4 fireworks
Updated: 1 month ago
‘The power of words, the power of actions’
June 23, 2021— Juneteenth celebration unites education, symbolism
Updated: 1 month ago
Chamber extends call-to-artist deadline for streetscape banners
June 23, 2021— Call to artists for banner designs extended to June 30 at 5 p.m.
Updated: 1 month ago
The return of Rotary
June 19, 2021 — Club brings back popular auction as it prepares to resume in-person meetings
Updated: 1 month ago
Honoring Juneteenth and liberation
June 19, 2021 — New federal holiday begins today
Updated: 1 month ago
Warmer, dryer trends point to fire risks
June 16, 2021 — June 15 was final day for outdoor burning for Lane County
Updated: 1 month ago
Flag Day ‘honors the American spirit’
June 16, 2021 — Florence community resumes Flag Day ceremonies
Updated: 1 month ago
Siuslaw High School honors 94 in graduating class
June 16, 2021 — Celebrating the Class of 2021
Updated: 1 month ago
Mapleton’s Seniors graduate with community support
June 16, 2021 — Celebrating the Class of 2021
Updated: 1 month ago
Florence Police investigate May 24 burglary and make arrests
June 12, 2021 — Evidence at the scene identified two suspects
Updated: 1 month ago
Florence City Council approves 2021-23 biennium budget
June 9, 2021 — City to end COVID-19 state of emergency
Updated: 1 month ago
Golf tournament helps BGC drive toward summer
June 9, 2021 — 24th Fore! Kids Golf Tournament
Updated: 1 month ago
Expanded program brings support to veterans
June 5, 2021 — Disabled American Veterans hosts counselor to address wellbeing
Updated: 1 month ago
Siuslaw Valley, Western Lane conduct poll
June 5, 2021 — Districts seek input on future of combined fire, EMS services
Updated: 1 month ago
Students receive acknowledgment, support
June 5, 2021 — Regional scholarships go to Mapleton, Siuslaw students
Updated: 1 month ago
Florence Food Share reopens to public
June 5, 2021 — Community members can now shop the pantry in person
Updated: 1 month ago
Youth learn heavy equipment skills
June 2, 2021 — Program gives Camp Florence hands-on construction equipment training
Updated: 2 months ago
Boys and Girls Club prepares for summer of learning and fun
June 2, 2021 — Golf tournament, grants help fund summer program
Updated: 2 months ago
Memorial Day Services honor the fallen
June 2, 2021 — Florence veterans resume local Memorial Day traditions
Updated: 2 months ago
Governor updates Lane County to moderate risk
June 2, 2021 — Updated risk levels take effect June 4; three counties move down in risk
Updated: 2 months ago
Oregon lifts some restrictions on masks, distancing for those vaccinated
May 26, 2021 — Businesses adapt to new guidelines
Updated: 2 months ago
Bottle and can redemptions to increase on the Central Oregon Coast
May 26, 2021 — BottleDrop, Fred Meyer open Green Bag drop location in Florence
Updated: 2 months ago
Mapleton considers budget at school board meeting
May 26, 2021 — The full budget presentation, as well as the rest of the meeting, is available to view on the school district’s YouTube channel
Updated: 2 months ago
Rhody auction nets growing returns
Members of the Florence Garden Club and other individual plant growers contributed the more than 100 plants which were purchased at the auction.
Updated: 2 months ago
Lane County releases Special Election results
May 22, 2021 — The official final certification of the May 18 Special Election will take place June 7.
Updated: 2 months ago
First round of May Special Election results released
The initial counting of May Special Election 2021 ballots has been released by Lane County Elections
Updated: 2 months ago
Florence City Council decides to increase waste removal rates, approve annexations
May 19, 2021
Updated: 2 months ago
Governor declares May 22 to 28 as National Safe Boating Week
May 19, 2021 — Operator inattention, improper lookout, operator inexperience, excessive speed and alcohol use rank as the top five primary contributing factors in accidents.
Updated: 2 months ago
In recognition of Rhody Days
May 19, 2021 — People honor 114th festival even without many formal events
Updated: 2 months ago
FURA approves proposed budget for 2021-23 biennium
May 15, 2021 — Public hearing included in the agenda
Updated: 2 months ago
Siuslaw brings students back to school 4 days a week
May 15, 2021 — School board meeting covers political policy, budget, graduation
Updated: 2 months ago
Recognizing nursing excellence
May 15, 2021 — Eight caregivers honored with awards
Updated: 2 months ago
Meyer to be next editor of Siuslaw News
May 12, 2021 — Newsroom to undergo changes in June
Updated: 2 months ago
Open season
May 12, 2021 — Florence Farmers Market again offers in-person shopping
Updated: 2 months ago
Just kidding around
May 12, 2021 — Goats a sustainable, eco-friendly way to manage land
Updated: 2 months ago
Protesting Florentine’s sign, flag law
May 12, 2021 — Residents concerned over rule limiting military service flags
Updated: 2 months ago
City of Florence reviews budget for next biennium
May 8, 2021 — Public hearing scheduled for May 10
Updated: 2 months ago
How does your garden grow?
May 8, 2021 — Committee tours treatment plant to learn about FloGro
Updated: 2 months ago
Governor updates County Risk Levels, moving Lane County back to high risk
May 5, 2021 — With hospitalization rate leveling, 15 counties to return to high risk effective May 7
Updated: 2 months ago
Lane County voters should review both sides of their ballots
May 5, 2021 — Ballots on their way for the May 18 Special Election
Updated: 2 months ago
Council deliberates on Solid Waste Haulers Rate Review
May 5, 2021 — Florence cancels Reverse Rhody Days Parade
Updated: 2 months ago
Mapleton elects to have families opt in to standardized testing
May 5, 2021 — April meeting updates March resolution
Updated: 2 months ago
‘Extreme risk’ doesn’t deter crowds from Florence
May 5, 2021 — Restaurants adapt to restrictions in time for sunny weekend
Updated: 2 months ago
Siuslaw News Voter Guide — Siuslaw School District #97J
May 18, 2021, Special Election
Updated: 2 months ago
Siuslaw News Voter Guide — Lane Community College
May 18, 2021, Special Election
Updated: 2 months ago
Siuslaw News Voter Guide — Lane Education Service District
May 18, 2021, Special Election
Updated: 2 months ago
Commission reviews zoning resolutions
May 1, 2021 — Meeting honors former member
Updated: 3 months ago
Dunes City considers noise complaints
May 1, 2021 — Council discusses violations, fines
Updated: 3 months ago
Rhodies are ready
May 1, 2021 — Colorful rhododendrons begin to blossom after dry spring
Updated: 3 months ago
WLFEA leadership still divided on future planning
April 28, 2021 — Boards consider finances, strategic plans
Updated: 3 months ago
U.S. releases 2020 Census results
April 28, 2021 — Oregon gains seat in U.S. House as state experiences population increase
Updated: 3 months ago
Siuslaw to partner with Hyak on rural fiber internet project
April 28, 2021 — School board votes to provide three-year letter of credit
Updated: 3 months ago
Lane among counties moving to 'Extreme Risk' amid surge in COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations
April 27, 2021 — Governor says vaccinations key to staying safe, fully reopening the economy
Updated: 3 months ago
Voter registration deadline April 27 for May Special Election
April 24, 2021 — People will be able to vote on boards of directors for fire, water, school districts
Updated: 3 months ago
Port continues improvements to facilities, campground
April 24, 2021 — Revenue remains steady after year of changes
Updated: 3 months ago
Farmers Market prepares to return safely
April 24, 2021 — Changes include spacing, masks as May-October market gathers in person
Updated: 3 months ago
Club helps people keep on jeepin’
April 24, 2021 — Jeeps R Us Florence offers trail rides, newsletter to members
Updated: 3 months ago
Twombly family reaches business milestone
April 24, 2021 — Central Coast Disposal celebrates 30th anniversary
Updated: 3 months ago
Council approves City Workplan for next biennium
April 21, 2021 — April 19 was a busy day for Florence City Council
Updated: 3 months ago
Local veteran honored by Daughters of the American Revolution
April 21, 2021 — Oregon Dunes chapter recognizes Tim Sapp with Oregon Outstanding Veteran Volunteer Award
Updated: 3 months ago
Cleaning up the beaches for Earth Day
April 21, 2021 — Florence volunteers gather 100 pounds of debris during SOLVE Earth Day Cleanup
Updated: 3 months ago
Planning Commission continues debate topics
April 17, 2021 — Commission considers Fairway Estates, Heceta Self Storage petitions
Updated: 3 months ago
Public Art Committee learns about ‘Questing’
April 17, 2021 — Oregon Coast Quests are similar to geocaching
Updated: 3 months ago
Siuslaw School Board continues superintendent contract
April 17, 2021 — Combined budget, board meeting covers finances, agreements
Updated: 3 months ago
Oregon COVID-19 cases continue to climb
April 17, 2021 — Lane County to enter high risk next week
Updated: 3 months ago
Council holds special work session to discuss, finalize City Workplan
April 14, 2021 — Florence City Council will cast formal vote on Monday, April 19
Updated: 3 months ago
Bringing green to the screen
April 14, 2021 — Film series continues with “The Story of Plastic”
Updated: 3 months ago
Florence to celebrate Earth Day for a whole week
April 14, 2021 — Week to include beach cleanups, porch parade
Updated: 3 months ago
Boards discuss future, finances of Western Lane Fire & EMS Authority
April 7, 2021 —
Updated: 3 months ago
Council approves Benedick annexation
April 7, 2021 — City of Florence extends COVID-19 State of Emergency
Updated: 3 months ago
County to remain at low-risk level despite rise in COVID-19 cases
April 7, 2021 — 4 counties are in a two-week caution period for facing backward movement with case counts
Updated: 3 months ago
EMAC meeting cancelled after failing to reach quorum
April 3, 2021 — Topic of climate again splits committee
Updated: 3 months ago
FEMA housing arrives in Gardiner
April 3, 2021 — Site to hold displaced families from 2020 wildfires
Updated: 3 months ago
Siuslaw School District responds to death of student
April 3, 2021 — District Care Team shows ‘we're here, we're available and we're ready to help’
Updated: 3 months ago
Shining for 127 years
April 3, 2021 — Heceta Head Lighthouse celebrates another milestone
Updated: 3 months ago
Dunes City announces employment opportunities
March 31, 2021 — Council takes care of business at meeting
Updated: 4 months ago
Mapleton schools tackle standardized testing
March 31, 2021 — School board passes resolution urging families to opt out
Updated: 4 months ago
Police seek info on burglary, theft of multiple firearms
Burglary of The Sportsman Feb. 5 included theft of six (6) firearms.
Updated: 4 months ago
Mapleton Water District changes course to avert further troubles
March 27, 2021 — Community meeting gives information
Updated: 4 months ago
Flags fly in solemn remembrance
March 27, 2021 — Biden calls for lowering flags
Updated: 4 months ago
Planning Commission approves accessibility request for Harbor Vista Campground
March 27, 2021 — Florence Planning Commission met March 23
Updated: 4 months ago
CEDC finalizes workplan for submission to Florence City Council
March 27, 2021 — Committee to focus on economic development, housing, community development and parks
Updated: 4 months ago
Advanced Life Support added to SVFR emergency response capabilities
March 27, 2021 — Fire department adds certified paramedic to Advanced Life Support team
Updated: 4 months ago
Hyak begins prep for major project
March 23, 2021 — Digital Opportunity Fund awards local broadband business $1.6 million
Updated: 4 months ago
Mapleton water woes continue
March 23, 2021 — District to hold virtual community meeting March 24 to discuss board, next steps
Updated: 4 months ago
Lane County to shift down to ‘lower risk’ thanks in part to vaccinations
March 23, 2021 — New county metrics go into effect March 26
Updated: 4 months ago
Help wanted in Florence
March 20, 2021 — Area businesses struggle to bring back staff
Updated: 4 months ago
Boardwalk to get improvements
March 20, 2021 — Port of Siuslaw agrees to enter into IGA with City of Florence
Updated: 4 months ago
EMAC reviews waste rates, sponsorships
March 20, 2021 — Group considers subcommittee to address climate change
Updated: 4 months ago
Florence considers intergovernmental agreement with Port of Siuslaw
March 17, 2021 — Public comments ask for consideration on climate issues
Updated: 4 months ago
OCHS names new executive director
March 17, 2021 — Elizabeth Thompson officially began March 1
Updated: 4 months ago
How to get the COVID-19 vaccine in western Lane County
March 17, 2021 — Lane County Public Health details best ways to access info
Updated: 4 months ago
Public Art Committee continues work
March 13, 2021 — Staff reviews past work, next projects
Updated: 4 months ago
Siuslaw School Board grades superintendent accomplished, effective
March 13, 2021 — Directors pass Superintendent Evaluation during school board meeting
Updated: 4 months ago
Planning Commission addresses construction penalties
March 13, 2021 — Fairway Estates challenges fines, code violations
Updated: 4 months ago
‘The first day of school all over again’
March 13, 2021 — Siuslaw middle, high school begin on-campus hybrid learning
Updated: 4 months ago
Peace Harbor completes seismic upgrade
March 13, 2021 — $2.5 million Seismic Rehabilitation Grant pays for medical center’s retrofit
Updated: 4 months ago
A heart for kids
March 10, 2021 — New executive director begins at local Boys and Girls Club
Updated: 4 months ago
Florence inn fined $21,600 for accusations of price gouging
March 10, 2021 — Le Chateau Inn, also called Economy Inn Of Florence, is one of four Oregon lodgings fined by the Oregon Department of Justice for raising room prices after September’s wildfires displaced families.
Updated: 4 months ago
Lane County progresses to ‘moderate risk’ of community spread of COVID-19
March 9, 2021 — Governor announces updates to County Risk Levels.
Updated: 4 months ago
Work session highlights Florence City Council changes
March 6, 2021 — Council continues prep for work plan
Updated: 4 months ago
Dunes City continues discussion on short term rentals
March 6, 2021 — Ordinance could provide framework to deal with short-term rentals
Updated: 4 months ago
Kids (back) in the hall
March 6, 2021 — Mapleton juniors and seniors return to on-campus learning
Updated: 4 months ago
Bringing the vaccine to Florence
March 6, 2021 — Lane County hosts vaccination clinic for more than 1,000 at the FEC
Updated: 4 months ago
City Council approves resolutions at Monday’s meetings
March 3, 2021 — Council meets on March 1
Updated: 4 months ago
WLFEA adopts FY20-21 personnel budget
March 3, 2021 — Monthly joint meeting of Siuslaw Valley Fire and Rescue and Western Lane Ambulance District
Updated: 4 months ago
Committees learn scope of duties
March 3, 2021 — Florence’s CEDC, FURA meet
Updated: 4 months ago
Two local eateries fined a combined $35,950
Feb. 27, 2021 — Citing ‘willful violations,' OSHA fines Little Brown Hen and Firehouse
Updated: 5 months ago
Mapleton continues to move forward with reopening
Feb. 27, 2021 — School board gets COVID-19 update
Updated: 5 months ago
Planning Commission discusses annexation, appoints new chair
Feb. 27, 2021 —
Updated: 5 months ago
Second Florence restaurant fined for COVID-19 violations
The Firehouse Restaurant has been fined $18,150 for COVID-19 violations, including willfully exposing workers.
Updated: 5 months ago
Highway 101 closure between Florence, Yachats continues
Feb. 24, 2021 — Florence-Yachats Connector halted until highway repairs complete
Updated: 5 months ago
Benedick annexation moves forward after Florence City Council meeting
Feb. 24, 2021 — Council also hears about grants for airport, police
Updated: 5 months ago
Lane County enters ‘high risk’ on Feb. 26
Feb. 24, 2021 — Restaurants may offer indoor dining, museums may open under new category
Updated: 5 months ago
Siuslaw Elementary welcomes students back to campus
Feb. 24, 2021 — Hybrid learning model maintains distance, safety precautions
Updated: 5 months ago
OSHA fines Florence restaurant more than $17,000
Oregon OSHA faults, fines the Florence restaurant for willfully exposing workers to COVID-19.
Updated: 5 months ago
City Council holds second work session on work plan
Feb. 20, 2021 — Finishing the work overview of city work plan
Updated: 5 months ago
Siuslaw gets February update
Feb. 20, 2021 — School board meeting includes Lane ESD, vaccination update, policies
Updated: 5 months ago
Good Samaritans respond during highway collapse near Yachats
Feb. 17, 2021 — Efforts result in rescue of drill operator
Updated: 5 months ago
‘Elevating the work of entrepreneurs’
Feb. 17, 2021 — RAIN hires local representatives as it continues its mission to support businesses
Updated: 5 months ago
Transportation Advisory Committee drives towards next goals
Feb. 17, 2021 — "Do's and don'ts" of committees covered
Updated: 5 months ago
Portion of Highway 101 closing south of Yachats for repairs
The repairs follow last week's incident in which an excavator working on the road fell from the shoulder.
Updated: 5 months ago
New city council meets for February work session
Feb. 13, 2021 — Presentations from City Manager, City Recorder, Florence Police Chief and Public Works
Updated: 5 months ago
Mrs. Rankin retires
Feb. 13, 2021 — Longtime Siuslaw teacher wraps up 30 years
Updated: 5 months ago
Otterly delightful
Feb. 13, 2021 — Mapleton welcomes fifth and sixth grade back on campus
Updated: 5 months ago
Sign of progress
Feb. 13, 2021 — Chamber installs LED sign on Highway 101
Updated: 5 months ago
Community dinner program continues
Feb. 10, 2021 — Food share, school district team up to provide nutrition
Updated: 5 months ago
Florence Emergency Cold Weather Shelter officially opens for operations
Feb. 10, 2021 — Shelter opens in time for bad weather
Updated: 5 months ago
EMS responds to high-profile emergency calls
Feb. 6, 2021 — A mid-day accident on Highway 101 across from McDonald’s prompted the highway’s closure for 40 minutes Wednesday
Updated: 5 months ago
Mapleton begins ‘careful phasing in’ of on-site learning
Feb. 6, 2021 — Elementary students to arrive back on campus as early as Feb. 10
Updated: 5 months ago
New community multi-purpose center planned for region
Feb. 6, 2021 — Regional community & recreation center still in initial stages
Updated: 5 months ago
Florence City Council delays annexation decision
Feb. 3, 2021 — Public comment now accepted through Feb. 22
Updated: 5 months ago
Western Lane, Siuslaw Valley discuss budgets
Feb. 3, 2021 — Budget season nears as districts consider audit results, obligations
Updated: 5 months ago
Returning to in-person learning
Feb. 3, 2021 — Siuslaw School District prepares for hybrid model of return to campus
Updated: 5 months ago
Cold Weather Shelter prepares for the cold
Feb. 3, 2021 — Community invited to Feb. 6 ribbon cutting
Updated: 5 months ago
Port starts creation of strategic plan
Jan. 30, 2021 — Commissioners begin identifying stakeholders
Updated: 6 months ago
Dine-in restrictions initiate pushback, disagreement among restaurateurs
Jan. 30, 2021 — Two Florence eateries open illegally to public
Updated: 6 months ago
Mapleton adapts to reopening metrics
Jan. 30, 2021 — School district plans to expand LIPI, elementary on-site learning
Updated: 6 months ago
Ready Schools, Safe Learners provides info on reopening
Jan. 27, 2021 — State guidance for local schools
Updated: 6 months ago
OCHS seeks next executive director
Jan. 27, 2021 — Board announces ‘unexpected’ resignation
Updated: 6 months ago
WLAD consults on local option levy
Jan. 27, 2021 — Special meeting discussed topics related to the district’s future financial status
Updated: 6 months ago
Florence City Council seats Wisniewski, appoints committees
Jan. 27, 2021 — City also extends local ‘State of Emergency’ due to COVID-19
Updated: 6 months ago
Lane County holds vaccine town hall
Jan. 23, 2021 — Hospitals, EMS, U of O and others give insight into state of local vaccinations
Updated: 6 months ago
Port accepts bids for electrical upgrade
Jan. 23, 2021 — CFE Electrical Contractors will return for project
Updated: 6 months ago
Environmental committee meets with fewer members
Jan. 23, 2021 — First meeting held after resignation of two members
Updated: 6 months ago
Florence City Council discusses open committee positions
Jan. 23, 2021 — Mayor to make final decisions
Updated: 6 months ago
Woman’s March 2021
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: 6 months ago
Learning the lesson of peace
Jan. 20, 2021 — In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Updated: 6 months ago
Siuslaw School District recognizes board, students
Jan. 20, 2021 — January meeting features program updates, plans for future
Updated: 6 months ago
FURA moves forward on Quince Street development
Jan. 20, 2021 — $44,000 in pre-development costs approved
Updated: 6 months ago
‘Taking comfort from Dr. King’s powerful words’
Jan. 20, 2021 — KXCR hosts live, on-air MLK Day celebration
Updated: 6 months ago
Sharing the Warmth
The quilters of New Life Lutheran Church (NLLC) have donated 20 quilts to the Florence Warming Center.
Updated: 6 months ago
LCPH tracing COVID cases at local bank
In a release from the bank Thursday, OPB confirmed that four employees have tested positive for COVID-19.
Updated: 6 months ago
Siuslaw Community celebrates ‘School Board Recognition Month’
Jan. 16, 2021 — District honors board in January
Updated: 6 months ago
Lane County gives 2020 State of the County Address
Jan. 16, 2021 — '2020 had something else in store for us'
Updated: 6 months ago
Wind, rain roil Siuslaw region mid-week
Jan. 16, 2021 — Jan. 12 storm causes power outages, flooding, slides
Updated: 6 months ago
Scholarships help businesses prepare for pandemic
Florence, LCC partner on course for hospitality/tourism
Updated: 6 months ago
Florence selects Margaret Wisniewski for open council seat
3-1 vote secures city council appointment, scheduled for Jan. 25
Updated: 6 months ago
Siuslaw School District navigates a new year
Jan. 9, 2021 — District takes a look back as it heads into 2021
Updated: 6 months ago
Florence City Council interviews candidates
Jan. 9, 2021 — Six candidates vie for council vacancy
Updated: 6 months ago
Connecting neighbors to ‘Every Child’
Jan. 9, 2021 — Western Lane County gets increased support for foster system
Updated: 6 months ago
'With this fix, our ports and harbors will have the resources they so desperately need'
Jan. 9, 2021 — Port funding to increase once bill gains approval
Updated: 6 months ago
SVFR responds to apartment blaze
Jan. 2, 2021 — Fire department also hires two career firefighters
Updated: 7 months ago
2020: A Year in Review
Jan. 2, 2021 — Watch the progression of stories from regular Siuslaw Region life to living under lockdown
Updated: 7 months ago
Port of Siuslaw Commission concludes the year
Dec. 19, 2020 — Port, Huntington agree to a three-year contract
Updated: 7 months ago
Water customers in Mapleton get relief
Dec. 19, 2020 — Mapleton Water District installs temporary treatment skid
Updated: 7 months ago
Florence police make multiple arrests in car break-ins, thefts
Dec. 19, 2020 — Florence Police work with Lane, Linn county sheriffs
Updated: 7 months ago
Lane County chambers unite in plea to governor
Dec. 19, 2020 — Florence among five county chambers seeking relief for local small businesses
Updated: 7 months ago
Limited in-person instruction begins at Siuslaw School District
Dec. 11, 2020 —School Board votes on policy, hears special presentations at December meeting
Updated: 7 months ago
Florence Planning approves Oceana annexation
Dec. 11, 2020 — Commission sends annexation request on to Florence City Council
Updated: 7 months ago
Fundraiser launches for retired Florence Police officer’s medical bills
Dec. 11, 2020 — A GoFundMe page has been set up for Gerry Hine
Updated: 7 months ago
2020 Holiday Things to Do in the Siuslaw Region
Dec. 11, 2020 — Note: Masks and social distancing are required at in-person events
Updated: 7 months ago
Florence Chamber announces discounted new memberships through Apex Helicopters
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: 8 months ago
Storms continue throughout the region
Nov. 18, 2020 — Residents lose power, water, internet sporadically over last five days
Updated: 8 months ago
Two-week ‘freeze’ begins today across Oregon
Nov. 18, 2020 — Restrictions in effect through Dec. 2
Updated: 8 months ago
Florence begins compiling work plan suggestions
Nov. 18, 2020 — Two meetings on Nov. 16 hear from committees, the public
Updated: 8 months ago
Temporary shelter for the Florence Emergency Cold Weather Shelter
Nov. 18, 2020 — New site will house 20 of Lane County’s Pallet shelters while local groups maintain COVID-19 protocols
Updated: 8 months ago
Serving up Thanksgiving Dinner
Nov. 10, 2020 — Florence Kiwanis prepares 500 take-away meals for Thanksgiving Day
Updated: 8 months ago
Florence Farmer’s Market ends season by filling pantries of others
Nov. 10, 2020 — Fill Your Pantry provided staples to 170 households
Updated: 8 months ago
Planning Commission approves workplan for next biennium
Oct. 31, 2020 — Next step is to take goals to Florence City Council
Updated: 9 months ago
Trouble with Trebuchets
Oct. 31, 2020 — The Siuslaw woodshop trebuchet is almost ready to launch pumpkins
Updated: 9 months ago
Lane County to add Deputy Sheriffs to enhance rural patrols
Oct. 31, 2020 — County Commissioners approve 4 positions
Updated: 9 months ago
Oregon voters reminded to sign, review both sides of ballot
Oct. 27, 2020 — Today last suggested day to send in your ballot by mail
Updated: 9 months ago
Sweet Creek arsonist pleads guilty
Oct. 24, 2020 — Man who started fire near Mapleton sentenced to 10 years in prison
Updated: 9 months ago
October meeting of the Siuslaw School Board
Oct. 24, 2020 — Board discusses superintendent goals and evaluation, committee vacancies
Updated: 9 months ago
EMAC again tables climate discussion
Oct. 24, 2020 — Committee votes down proclamation; finalizes workplan
Updated: 9 months ago
Port of Siuslaw appoints new Commissioner
Oct. 24, 2020 — Rob Ward selected to Position 2 after a three-month vacancy
Updated: 9 months ago
Full boxes
Oct. 21, 2020 — Knights of Columbus to continue giving out food boxes
Updated: 9 months ago
‘If we ever needed this, we need it now’
Oct. 21, 2020 — Soroptimists plan ahead for the Christmas Food Basket Giveaway
Updated: 9 months ago
Florence Council delays 35th and Rhododendron PUD decision
Oct. 21, 2020 — Planning Commission passed the decision to the council on Sept. 8
Updated: 9 months ago
Annexation hearing postponed
Oct. 17, 2020 — Planning Commission to consider request in November
Updated: 9 months ago
CEDC continues goals for housing, business, partnerships
Oct. 17, 2020 — Florence committees prepare for November work session
Updated: 9 months ago
Fill Your Pantry to be ‘a gift to our community’
Oct. 17, 2020 — Florence Farmers Market concludes third season with bulk-buying event
Updated: 9 months ago
Oregon Public Awareness Campaign on face coverings launches nationwide
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: 9 months ago
EcoGeneration to host recycling ‘take-back’ events in Florence
Oct. 14, 2020 — Local groups team up on recycling event
Updated: 9 months ago
Club learning hub continues to serve students
Oct. 14, 2020 — Limited in-person option supports virtual learning at BGC
Updated: 9 months ago
Transportation Committee sends objectives on airport, transit to council
Oct. 10, 2020 — Florence committees prepare for November work session
Updated: 9 months ago
State prepares for Nov. 3 General Election
Oct. 10, 2020 — Deadline for voter registration is Oct. 13
Updated: 9 months ago
Republican ‘truck rally’ returns to Florence Oct. 10
Oct. 10, 2020 — Honking discouraged as Truck Rally drives through Old Town
Updated: 9 months ago
Dino ‘I Dos’
Oct. 10, 2020 — Couple wed in Old Town wearing inflatable dinosaur costumes
Updated: 9 months ago
October is Fire Prevention Month in Oregon
Oct. 7, 2020 — 2020 theme is “Serve up fire safety in the kitchen!”
Updated: 9 months ago
City council, march recognize domestic violence
Oct. 7, 2020 — Florence City Council meeting includes proclamation, grant approval
Updated: 9 months ago
Cause of fatal August home fire determined in joint Investigation
Oct. 3, 2020 — Nick Royal Story, 64, of Florence was the sole fatality in house fire
Updated: 9 months ago
Turning to the next page
Oct. 3, 2020 — Yvonne Pappagallo retires from the library
Updated: 9 months ago
Candidates for the Nov. 3 Election gather at the FEC
Sept. 30, 2020 — Community members meet regional Republican, non-partisan council candidates
Updated: 10 months ago
Planning Commission passes housing development on Rhody Drive to Florence City Council for next stage in process
Sept. 30, 2020 — Approval came at the Sept. 8 meeting
Updated: 10 months ago
Writings on the wall
Sept. 30, 2020 — Veterans Memorial Park works on names for final wall
Updated: 10 months ago
Welcome home, Ian
Sept. 26, 2020 — Bering Sea fisherman returns to Florence after injury aboard fishing vessel
Updated: 10 months ago
Siuslaw School Board updates school board goals, policies in September meetings
Sept. 26, 2020 — Board meets twice in September
Updated: 10 months ago
Florence ‘Rocks the Vote’
Sept. 23, 2020 — Oct. 13 is the deadline for people to register to be eligible to vote in the Nov. 3 General Election.
Updated: 10 months ago
Council meeting, work session shows the road forward
Sept. 23, 2020 — Florence covers pandemic mitigation, plans for vacancy
Updated: 10 months ago
Beginning the school year in comprehensive distance learning
Sept. 23, 2020 — Siuslaw School District checks in at start of school year
Updated: 10 months ago
Parks, housing, work plan focus of Community and Economic Development Committee
Sept. 23, 2020 — The majority of the CEDC agenda was updates by city staff
Updated: 10 months ago
Water in Mapleton still undrinkable
Sept. 16, 2020 — Mapleton Water District responds to resident concerns
Updated: 10 months ago
A fresh start for Siuslaw’s new school year — Pt. I
Sept. 16, 2020 — An introduction to some of Siuslaw School District's new staff members
Updated: 10 months ago
Coldwell Banker hosts water, supply drive for firefighters
Sept. 11, 2020 — Community members gather supplies for wildfire
Updated: 10 months ago
City of Florence Planning, Transportation committees meet
Sept. 12, 2020 — City committees hold meetings
Updated: 10 months ago
‘Our city is prepared to help these people’
Sept. 12, 2020 — Community prepares to help those affected by wildfires
Updated: 10 months ago
Smoke and fire cause concern, confusion, rumors
Sept. 12, 2020 — Western Lane County responds to area fires
Updated: 10 months ago
Constructing a gateway
Sept. 12, 2020 — ReVision Florence Gateway Monuments added to Maple Street
Updated: 10 months ago
Blueberries ripen into book bounty for local students
Sept. 9, 2020 — Graham said she will be able to give students new books several times throughout the school year
Updated: 10 months ago
Primary fire crews leave as Sweet Creek Fire nears 100 percent containment
Sept. 9, 2020 — Crews will continue monitoring control lines and repair impacts from fire suppression activities
Updated: 10 months ago
Labor Day weekend brings the crowds
Sept. 9, 2020 — Chamber, Port, businesses celebrate great weather over holiday weekend
Updated: 10 months ago
Housing a population
Sept. 5, 2020 — Local industry members discuss property ownership, renting during COVID-19
Updated: 10 months ago
Pandemic exacerbates childcare crisis
Sept. 5, 2020 — Local centers struggle with reduced slots for enrollment, rising costs
Updated: 10 months ago
Progress on Sweet Creek Fire continues
Sept. 5, 2020 — Evacuations for area residents are downgraded as crews near 50% containment
Updated: 10 months ago
Siuslaw school year now to begin on Sept. 16
Sept. 3, 2020 — Shipping delays, staff training bump start date back two days
Updated: 10 months ago
Exercising First Amendment Freedoms
Sept. 2, 2020 — Weekend events in Florence support two ideologies
Updated: 10 months ago
Local candidates file for November General Election
Sept. 2, 2020 — The deadline to register to vote is Oct. 13, 2020, in the November election
Updated: 11 months ago
Boys and Girls Club seeks to help kids keep ‘PACE’
Sept. 2, 2020 — Club adds new all-day program to help with distance learning
Updated: 11 months ago
LRAPA rates Florence’s air quality as ‘good’
Sept. 1, 2020 — County levels remain healthy despite Sweet Creek Road Fire
Updated: 11 months ago
Florence Planning Commission tackles development issues
Aug. 29, 2020 — Meeting covers major development projects
Updated: 11 months ago
A century of suffrage
Aug. 29, 2020 — Florence unites for women’s right to vote
Updated: 11 months ago
‘Schools are equally important for the education of children and for the economy’
Aug. 26, 2020 — Chamber webinar considers school, economic impacts
Updated: 11 months ago
‘Save the USPS’ rally held in Florence
Aug. 26, 2020 — Local residents support the postal service
Updated: 11 months ago
Morgan named to Florence Food Share leadership
Aug. 26, 2020 — New executive director began in summer 2020
Updated: 11 months ago
Siuslaw School District receives grant from First Book, Lego
Aug. 19, 2020 — School district receives a generous grant for new technology from First Book, CDW-G, Intel and Lego
Updated: 11 months ago
How lifestyle destinations can harness remote workers for economic growth
Aug. 12, 2020 — ‘Remote Workers and the Rise of Main Street’
Updated: 11 months ago
Mapleton schools to hold classes online for all grades
Aug. 12, 2020 — 2020-21 school year to begin Sept. 14
Updated: 11 months ago
‘Sea and shore’ to unite in new mural
Aug. 12, 2020 — Clawson’s Wheelhouse waits on city approval after community funds mural
Updated: 11 months ago
Florence Habitat awards participants of July 4 Porch Parade
July 8, 2020 — 19 participants lead to four awards in first year
Updated: 1 year ago
New program seeks to provide ‘Safe Shelter’ to students, families
July 8, 2020 — Safe Shelter for Siuslaw Students partners with local, county groups on community initiative
Updated: 1 year ago
Faces of the Fourth in Florence
July 8, 2020 — Unofficial festivities accompany political, patriotic demonstrations
Updated: 1 year ago
Siuslaw seeks ‘mosaic’ of solutions to student internet access
May 27, 2020 — "COVID has put a spotlight on inequalities, and they matter when we’re discussing connectivity as a major issue.”
Updated: 1 year ago
‘A strong history of patriotism’
May 27, 2020 — Deadwood Pioneer Cemetery installs new veteran memorial
Updated: 1 year ago
Memorial Day 2020
May 27, 2020 — Florence honors fallen with flags, Oregon Air National Guard flyover
Updated: 1 year ago
Teaching on the home front
May 20, 2020 — Siuslaw Elementary staff adjust to distance learning
Updated: 1 year ago
Siuslaw continues to adapt to online learning, plans for future
May 20, 2020 — School board declares district’s year to end on May 29
Updated: 1 year ago
SHS Principal Kerri Tatum announces end-of-year resignation
April 25, 2020 — Vice Principal Garth Gerot named interim principal for 2020-21 school year
Updated: 1 year ago
PeaceHealth Peace Harbor open for procedures, testing
April 25, 2020 — State readies for fewer restrictions in healthcare elective services starting May 1
Updated: 1 year ago
Dunes City votes to become Second Amendment Preservation City
April 8, 2020 — Council considers several issues as well as declaring a state of emergency
Updated: 1 year ago
Mapleton continues to serve upriver community
April 4, 2020 — School district provides instruction, resources
Updated: 1 year ago
Area businesses join Siuslaw School District in feeding the community
March 20, 2020 — Restaurants donate food to schools, area food shares
Updated: 1 year ago
Lane County adds local Veterans Service Officer hours
March 13, 2020 — Lane County Veteran’s Services now has twice-weekly office hours
Updated: 1 year ago
Florence Home and Garden Show ‘grows green’ in 23rd year
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: 1 year ago
‘We Can Build It!’
March 11, 2020 – Florence Habitat for Humanity hosts 2020 Women Build
Updated: 1 year ago
Siuslaw Valley, Western Lane discuss future as operations continue to grow close
March 7, 2020 — At issue was how to replace former SVFR Operations Chief Jim Dickerson
Updated: 1 year ago
Birthing a community
March 7, 2020 — Update: Postponed — Reproductive Health Fair unites pregnancy and parenting resources in Western Lane County
Updated: 1 year ago
New suicide prevention training takes different tact
Feb. 15, 2020 — Lane County Suicide Prevention Council seeks to ‘Question, Persuade, Refer’
Updated: 1 year ago
Planning Commission initiates first step in updated floodplain amendments
Feb. 15, 2020 — Local update of Florence’s flood plain maps was prompted by FEMA and Lane County projects
Updated: 1 year ago
Addressing learning needs
Feb. 15, 2020 — Siuslaw School District seeks community input on Student Success Act — Part II
Updated: 1 year ago
12th annual Florence Area Chamber of Commerce Siuslaw Awards
Feb. 15, 2020 — Awards night honors residents, businesses for service to region
Updated: 1 year ago
Rotary prepares for March ‘madness’
Jan. 8, 2020 — ‘Mad Hatter’s Tea Party’ 2020 auction theme announced
Updated: 1 year ago
OCHS executive director abruptly resigns
Jan. 8, 2020 — Mark Curran leaves position Jan. 1
Updated: 1 year ago
Couple demands apology at council meeting
Jan. 8, 2020 — First Florence City Council meeting of 2020 brings up old debate, new agenda
Updated: 1 year ago
Decades of December
Dec. 24, 2019 — Relive Siuslaw’s holiday history from the past 50 years
Updated: 1 year ago
Hello From Heaven — Psychic Medium Daniel Monroe
Sept. 1, 2019 — Spark your connection to your gifts and spirit
Updated: 1 year ago
2019 Siuslaw Alumni All-School Reunion and Scholarship Banquet
Sept. 11, 2019 — Banquet takes place at the Florence Events Center Sept. 21
Updated: 1 year ago
Facilities Advisory Committee presents new plan for high school bond
Aug. 17, 2019 — Siuslaw School Board dismisses complaints after holding executive sessions
Updated: 1 year ago
Students aid with Lane Blood Works blood drive
Aug. 17, 2019 — Siuslaw HOSA works with Lane Blood Works
Updated: 1 year ago
The point of acupuncture
Aug. 17, 2019 — Wellspring Clinic continues to offer alternative pain management options
Updated: 1 year ago
Air Academy celebrates flight
Aug. 17, 2019 — Third annual Florence program promotes science, careers & fun
Updated: 1 year ago
Nova Health clinic to offer urgent care in Florence starting Aug. 16
Aug. 14, 2019 — Comprehensive provider of quality urgent care, primary care, physical therapy and musculoskeletal services comes to Florence
Updated: 1 year ago
Broncos rumble through
Aug. 14, 2019 — 2019 Northwest Bronco Roundup starts Aug. 14
Updated: 1 year ago
Women in business
Aug. 14, 2019 — Two long-time, local restaurant owners discuss the rewards, challenges of being women in business in Florence
Updated: 1 year ago
Reedsport community celebrates Centennial
Aug. 14, 2019 — 100th anniversary of City of Reedsport highlights resilience, recent growth
Updated: 1 year ago
Taking ownership of Singing Pines Dog Park
July 13, 2019 — Bark in the Park Fundraiser seeks to rehabilitate Florence's dog park
Updated: 2 years ago
Celebrating Camp Cleawox
July 13, 2019 — Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington gather to celebrate 90 years 90 years of Camp Cleawox’s history
Updated: 2 years ago
Crafting beer culture
July 13, 2019 — Local brewpub still in the future for Florence
Updated: 2 years ago
New technology means better tool for women’s health
July 13, 2019 — Peace Harbor second hospital on the West Coast to offer Siemens 3D mammography machine
Updated: 2 years ago
School district terminates shop teacher
Clint Tatum was hired by the district to work in the Career Technical Education program
Updated: 2 years ago
Learning about life untethered from electronics
Watershed Exploration Camp offers a view of nature through hands-on experience.
Updated: 2 years ago
Updated: Siuslaw Elementary School reports Monday morning fire
May 20, 2019 — Fire contained as investigation continues
Updated: 2 years ago
Florence Home & Garden Show plans for spring
March 1, 2019 — 2019 Home & Garden Show opens at 2 p.m. Friday
Updated: 2 years ago
Oregon’s Civil War connections
Feb. 27, 2019 — Military Heritage Day highlights local links to U.S. history
Updated: 2 years ago
Dogs have their day
Feb. 27, 2019 — Local dogs Reno and Phoenix shine on biggest stage
Updated: 2 years ago
New Recycle Guide available from Lane County
Feb. 27, 2019 — Changing international rules prompt creation of guide
Updated: 2 years ago
County declares weather emergency
Feb. 27, 2019 — Officials urge people to be prepared, check on neighbors
Updated: 2 years ago
Introducing the 2019 Rhododendron Court
Jan. 16, 2019 — The Rhododendron Senior Court met for the first time last week
Updated: 2 years ago
To bond or not to bond?
Oct. 30, 2018 — A conversation with Siuslaw students & staff
Updated: 2 years ago
Pros and cons of Measure 106
Oct. 31, 2018 — Measure 106 prohibits spending public funds for abortion
Updated: 2 years ago
In their own words: Candidates for Congress, governor
Oct. 31, 2018 — Oregon candidates for Congress, governor weigh in on issues
Updated: 2 years ago
Florence updates code to ‘Beat the Wave’
Oct. 31, 2018 — City amends tsunami & earthquake code
Updated: 2 years ago
2018 State of the Coast
Oct. 31, 2018 — Coastal conference focuses on programs designed to support, enhance coastal life
Updated: 2 years ago
Newspapers in Education
Schools in Florence and Mapleton use newspapers as up to date textbooks in the classrooms. Students who use newspapers in the classroom get a head start in life.
Updated: 2 years ago
