By Butch Freedman Let’s start here: each morning that I wake up and I’m still breathing and mobile, I count as a win. After that, I go check out the surf from…
Author: Butch Freedman
I'm a former biologist, current designer, author, and AI and technology enthusiast. Having worked for independent, small newspapers in Oregon since 2012 including the Portland Mercury, the Cannon Beach Gazette, the Seaside Signal, the Hip Fish, and more. I hold a BS degree in watershed restoration science and policy, and a MS in Administration and Management. Please email me with questions, I promise I don't bite!
Join Us for Coffee with a Cop – Tomorrow Wed. Feb. 11
Join Us for Coffee with a Cop – Tomorrow! Looking to connect with local law enforcement in a friendly, casual setting? Come join us tomorrow Feb. 11 from 9–10 AM at Hygge…
BUTCH’S BLOG: Bad Bunny vs. the Evil Empire
By Butch Freedman That trump fellow, you know, the one whose brain is made of Diet Coke and McDonald’s french fries. Yeah, that one, the clown conspirator, the one with all the…
“A Man Called York” Oregon Black Pioneers presentation at Tillamook County Pioneer Museum; Special FREE Presentation Feb. 28th, Limited Seating
York was an enslaved man who took part in the Lewis and Clark Expedition from 1803-1806. But what is known about York besides his participation in this journey? “A Man Called York”…
United Paws Kittens of the Week: Meet Claire, Oboe & Piccolo
Meet Claire, Obie and Piccolo, United Paws Kittens of the Week. These unusual sisters are a must see for anyone who wants a “purr-fect” kitten. Claire is all black with a short…
BUTCH’S BLOG: I Cast You Out
By Butch Freedman I realize that lately I’ve allowed myself to be caught in the spider web of horrible news from horrible people. And I’m not going to allow them to do…
BUTCH’S BLOG: Crying Out in the Wilderness
By Butch Freedman I wish I didn’t have to write about Trump. Wish I didn’t have to call him out and call him names and declare his radical incompetence, his ever-increasing insanity….
Three Capes Relay Race February 28 – Register Now!
In any good partnership, the load is shared and the burden is light; just like a relay. Why run a whole marathon when you can split the distance with your friends? The…
Letter to the Editor: Who are the Real Domestic Terrorists? This is Not What Americans Voted for
To the Editor: Americans are disgusted by trump’s cynical attempt to paint Minneapolis protesters as domestic terrorists. This is the same president who pardoned the thousands of armed thugs who desecrated our…
United Paws Seeks Social Media Superstars!
Who doesn’t love images of cats and kittens on the internet? If you love cats and are an avid social media user, we could use your help! Whether posting our delightful kitties…