EDITOR’S NOTE: One of our regular contributors, Michael Randall, had been writing haiku to scratch his creative itch instead of diatribes about the deranged dictator, which lead to many other sharing…
BUTCH’S BLOG: Something Has to Give
By Butch Freedman How do you stop a dictator? Especially one who clearly is no longer in control of his actions, thoughts, or speech. Of course, I’m talking about our addled,…
IN GOOD HEALTH – WELLNESS WEDNESDAY: Summer Sun Safety
By Leanna Coy, FNP-BC Summer is in full swing, with the sun shining on your favorite hiking, boating, and beach activities. Sunny days can boost your mood and vitamin D, helping balance…
A CALL TO ACTION: DA AUBREY OLSON – READ REPORT, FILE COMPLAINTS
By Robin Kostrikin After talking with many people in our community, it’s become obvious to me that many are completely in the dark about the issues Will Chappell of the Headlight-Herald…
OREGON DEPT. OF FORESTRY: State Forests Annual Operations Plan for timber sales finalized after robust public comment period
(SALEM, OR) – The Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) has finalized its Annual Operations Plans (AOP). The Plans describe projects planned for state forests in the 2027 fiscal year that began July…
TILLAMOOK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE: CONGRATULATIONS TO SERGEANT STEVE BERGER ON RETIREMENT
After years of dedicated service to the people of Tillamook County, we congratulate Sergeant Steve Berger on his well-earned retirement from the Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office. Steve’s commitment to serving our…
Tillamook County Library Introduces New Electronic Resource — Blue Career
Tillamook County Library is pleased to announce a new electronic resource available free with a Tillamook County Library card: Blue Career. This online platform helps users explore skilled trades, discover training opportunities,…
City of Rockaway Beach Launches Online Historic Walking Tour
(Historical photo of Rockaway Beach, Oregon’s main street – Hwy. 101 in 1924) Walking around the town of Rockaway Beach today, you’ll encounter a lively main street filled with eclectic shops and…
Neahkahnie Water District Board Meeting July 21
NEAH KAH NIE WATER DISTRICT REGULAR BOARD MEETING TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026 3:00 PM VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE & IN PERSON AT THE OFFICE (see District website, nknwd.org for remote access link) 9155…
TRYING TO SEE: My Muddled America
By Michael Randall Over the course of my nearly 83 years, I have experienced many of life’s trials and pleasures, and borne witness to world events, both up-close and from afar….
