In Manzanita, recent changes in local governance, marked by the appointment of Kathryn Stock as mayor and subsequent council resignations, have drawn significant public attention. In the governance of Manzanita, Mayor Kathryn…
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Tillamook Bay Community College Foundation Ramps Up Excitement with Second North Coast Throwdown Cornhole Tournament
Tillamook County is buzzing with excitement as the Tillamook Bay Community College Foundation gears up for its second North Coast Throwdown Cornhole tournament. This fun-filled event, scheduled for January 27th at the…
The Monday Musical Club of Tillamook’s Legacy of Music and Mentorship
Music feeds the soul, and there is a magic that comes from neighbors and friends performing and enjoying music together. The Monday Musical Club of Tillamook was founded by a group of…
Winter Shelter Open 24/7 Open at St. Alban’s Church in Tillamook
St. Alban’s Church in Tillamook is an emergency winter weather shelter, open 24/7 2102 6th St, Tillamook, OR 97141, St. Alban’s: (503) 842-6192 Tillamook County Nonemergency: (503)-815-1911 With the freeze and wind combo…
Stay Safe, Winter Weather Warning
From the Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office: We didn’t think we needed to suggest that you stay off the roads — as it has been all over the news and social media. However,…
Tillamook Together: A Year of Resilience and Community in 2023
In 2023, the Tillamook County Pioneer told our story – a tale of a community standing strong, caring for our land, and coming together. Through storms and sunsets, in our streets and…
Rest in Peace – May 2024 be a Brighter Year for All
Another year has come and gone, and here at the Pioneer, we reflect on the lives and stories that have marked the year. In remembering those we’ve lost, we find not just…
Take a Trip to Alice’s
Alice’s Restaurant has sat nestled quietly in the redwoods of Woodside California for generations. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner most days, the American menu both comforts weary travelers and families alike….
Tourism Grant Awards Fuel Off-Season Renaissance
The Oregon Coast is a beautiful place, but most people come in the summer, when rentals are packed, and the weather is hot and dry. The City of Manzanita and the Tillamook…
