Reading of the Declaration of Independence at Maxwell Park at the Tillamook Main Library, July 4, 2025: (Transcript of the Declaration of Independence) In Congress, July 4, 1776 The unanimous Declaration of…
OBITUARY: James “Jimmy” Dean Taksdal – February 17, 1962 – June 26, 2025
OIOpublisher James “Jimmy” Dean Taksdal, 63, of Tillamook, Oregon, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 26th at his home. He was born in Wheeler, Oregon on February 17, 1962 to Merlyn Wayne…
4th of July Happenings throughout Tillamook County
From north to south, there are celebrations and events tomorrow July 4th. Most importantly, please be safe and keep it fun for everyone. Pack your patience – and please pack out your…
WHAT DOES FREEDOM MEAN TO YOU? I’ve been thinking … Liberty to me
EDITOR’S NOTE: Given the state of federal government and the upcoming 4th of July holiday, I took a prompt that NPR sent out to readers “What does Freedom Mean to You?” and…
INDIVISIBLE TILLAMOOK COAST: The largest betrayal of the American people. Period.
Reality: The fascist bill was expected to pass. The R’s control Congress. The resistance made them work hard. Big bribes were given to some Rs in Congress to gain votes for the…
Tillamook PUD Announces Selection of Local Students for the 2025 College Work Program
The Tillamook PUD Board of Directors has selected Audrey Miller and Ellouise Winder as the recipients of the 2025 College Work Program. Both Audrey and Ellouise are 2025 graduates of Tillamook High…
A POINT OF PERSONAL PRIVILEGE: Sine Die—and the World’s Most Awkward Diplomatic Standoff (Only with Paper Towels)
EDITOR’S NOTE: Here’s an installment from Tillamook County’s State Representative Cyrus Javadi’s Substack blog, “A Point of Personal Privilege” Oregon legislator and local dentist. Representing District 32, a focus on practical policies…
Governor Kotek Issues Statement in Response to Passage of Republican Reconciliation Bill
‘This budget was inked in greed, not human dignity.’ (Warrenton, OR) – Today, July 3, 2025, the Governor issued the following statement in response to the passage of the Republican reconciliation bill…
WHAT DOES FREEDOM MEAN TO YOU? Remember: Freedom
EDITOR’S NOTE: Given the state of federal government and the upcoming 4th of July holiday, I took a prompt that NPR sent out to readers “What does Freedom Mean to You?” and…
TILLAMOOK’S JUNE DAIRY PARADE – JUNE 28, 2025 – Photo Slideshow & Video
The June Dairy Parade launches the parade season in Tillamook County as we anticipate the 4th of July parades throughout the county on Friday July 4th – the Pioneer will have all…