Governor extends COVID-19 State of Emergency
Oct. 27, 2020 — The newest extension lasts until January 2, 2021.
Updated: 1 day ago
Lane County named to state’s coronavirus watch list
Oct. 21, 2020 — Meanwhile, neighboring Douglas County calls on residents to curtail the spread
Updated: 1 week ago
‘The only way to stay safe is constant vigilance’
Oct. 10, 2020 — Lane County’s confirmed COVID-19 cases continue to rise, prompting concern about next steps
Updated: 2 weeks ago
‘COVID-19 is very much still with us’
Sept. 26, 2020 — Lane County’s confirmed cases of novel coronavirus see resurgence
Updated: 1 month ago
Red sky in the morning
Sept. 9, 2020 — Eastern fires send smoke into region as winds cause downed power lines
Updated: 1 month ago
Lane County Public Health to conduct free COVID-19 testing in the Siuslaw region
June 23, 2020 — Public testing to be conducted June 27 and July 1, including one session for Latinx community
Updated: 4 months ago
Governor Kate Brown Releases Plan for Rebuilding a Safe and Strong Oregon
May 7, 2020 — Phased approach for counties and businesses emphasizes data, safety and physical distancing
Updated: 5 months ago
Be smart with your stimulus check
April 13, 2020 — People encouraged to use Economic Impact Payments safely and wisely
Updated: 6 months ago
3 Siuslaw area programs receive emergency funding for COVID-19 response efforts
April 9, 2020 — United Way of Lane County grants Siuslaw area programs $7,500 in support
Updated: 6 months ago
How the Paycheck Protection Program is ‘getting money into the hands of small businesses’
April 8, 2020 —CARES Act provides $349 billion in small business loans through the Small Business Administration
Updated: 6 months ago
Lane County Public Health unable to confirm location of rural COVID-19 cases
April 4, 2020 — County protocols prevent identifying rural communities with confirmed cases of the virus
Updated: 6 months ago
City of Florence declares ‘State of Emergency’
March 24, 2020 — New rules for public meetings as changes are implemented citywide
Updated: 7 months ago
Three Rivers, City of Florence prepare for coming weeks
March 20, 2020 — Mayor Joe Henry writes letter; casino closes doors
Updated: 7 months ago
How to help and how to get help during COVID-19
March 17, 2020 — Siuslaw Vision continues community building with resource page
Updated: 7 months ago
Governor issues executive order on social distancing measures
March 16, 2020 — No events larger than 25 people, restaurants restricted to take-out
Updated: 7 months ago
Yachats gives COVID-19 City Action Plan Update
March 16, 2020 — “The safety of our community and visitors are our highest priority,” said Yachats City Manager Shannon Beaucaire.
Updated: 7 months ago
Reedsport cancels all non-essential meetings
March 16, 2020 — Both City of Reedsport and its Main Street Program will cancel all meetings through April
Updated: 7 months ago
March 16 Florence City Council Meeting Canceled
March 16, 2020 — City follows Centers for Disease Control guidelines
Updated: 7 months ago
March 16 Lane County Public Health COVID-19 Update
March 16, 2020 — Use everyday precautions, practice social distancing
Updated: 7 months ago
PeaceHealth addresses Siuslaw region’s COVID-19 concerns
"We cannot say that COVID-19 is not present in the Florence community — in fact, it is likely that it is."
Updated: 7 months ago
‘A crisis that will touch every sector’
March 13, 2020 — The newly-formed Florence Restaurant Alliance gathered more than 40 restaurant owners in Historic Old Town Florence this week to present a united front. “We are dependent on our local community to keep our small businesses thriving as we come into our busy season,” the group said in a statement.
Updated: 7 months ago
Siuslaw Region Event Cancellations, closings
March 2020 — A listing of events postponed or canceled due to health concerns
Updated: 7 months ago
Local virus preparation continues
March 11, 2020 – Siuslaw School District, partner agencies address plans
Updated: 7 months ago
