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Tillamook library transitioning to new system
Tillamook County Library is set to move to a new integrated library systems provider after the board of county commissioners approved contracts with ByWater Solutions to migrate data to and support a new system on August 13. Transitioning will lead to considerable cost savings for the library and integrate Tillamook’s libraries with those at Tillamook Bay Community College and across Lincoln County when the new system goes live on March 11, 2025. ...
COVID levels are high in Lincoln County wastewater
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is reporting that the western half of the United States is seeing higher levels of COVID-19 in wastewater. Per Oregon Health Authority, Lincoln County is in the very high category for its risk of contracting and spreading the COVID-19 virus. Why this matters When people with COVID-19 use the bathroom, parts of the virus that aren’t alive end up in the wastewater. By checking...
A busy Saturday in the area
The morning began with glorious thunder and lightening displays throughout the heavens above Lincoln City follow by some welcome rain (at least my lawn and garden appreciated it). First stop while the rain poured was to the Chinook Winds Casino and Resort Surf City Car Show. Assembled there was an...
Newport police chief is newest school board member
The Lincoln County School District Board of Directors appointed Jason Malloy as the Zone 3 board member at a special session held July 29. Malloy’s appointment comes after the resignation of board member Mike Rawles. Malloy, who serves as chief of police for Newport, has worked in public service for 33 years, raising three children who graduated from the Lincoln County School District. “I’m excited to work with the board...
An old fashioned political debate
Saturday August 17 found Homepage presenting the Live Streaming of a debate between Claire Hall and Rick Beasley both candidates for the Lincoln County Commissioner position. Hall is the incumbent with Beasley the challenger. Beasley is currently serving as a city councilor for the City of Depoe Bay, Oregon. Presented...
Free Food Hero Recipe Taste in Newport
The Newport 60+ Activity Center invites people to attend a free Food Hero Recipe Taste event offered through the OSU Extension SNAP-Ed Lincoln County on Tuesday, Aug. 20, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be a demonstration preparing a zucchini pizza boat with tips and tricks to healthy eating, followed by a tasting.
Housing project in Nehalem designed for people with disabilities
NEHALEM — A first-of-its-kind, universally designed housing community is coming to the North Coast. Sammy’s Place is a nonprofit serving Clatsop, Tillamook and Lincoln counties focused on supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. The organization has historically provided programs, activities and employment to help people fully participate in the community, but Leah Halstead, the nonprofit’s board chair, said they’ve also identified a need for housing for the people they work with.
Local Firefighters Deployed To Dixon Fire
Newport Fire Chief Rob Murphy and firefighter Kaden Keogh have been deployed as members of Task Force 64 in Lincoln County to assist Douglas County with the Dixon Fire, currently burning near Canyonville in southwest Oregon. Murphy and Keogh will operate one of Newport’s Type 6 engines, which is able to maneuver through and access difficult terrain, making it beneficial for battling wildfires. The Dixon Fire has burned over 1,800 acres and has zero percent containment.
Wecoma Place increasing affordable housing options
A celebration is planned for noon this Friday, Aug. 16, at Lincoln City’s latest affordable housing complex, Wecoma Place, located at 2133 NE 29th Street. “The opening of this new affordable housing development marks a significant milestone for our community,” Housing Authority of Lincoln County Executive Director Karen Rockwell said. “It not only provides safe and secure homes for many families, but also fosters a sense of hope and belonging. This initiative demonstrates our commitment to creating a more inclusive and supportive environment for all...
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