By Butch Freedman “Far out, groovy, outasite, you’re trippin’, stay high and fly.” I think I made that last one up. But it fits. We had our own language back then, we…
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!
United Paws Seeks Loving Foster Homes
United Paws always needs foster volunteers. This is how we have helped thousands of kittens and cats get a second chance. For more than 20 years, United Paws has depended on compassionate…
BUTCH’S BLOG: What Could Have Been . . .
By Butch Freedman Trigger Warning: This column may make you sad—or worse. I can’t get this question out of my mind: What would our world be like if Kamala Harris had won?…
TILLAMOOK COUNTY PIONEER MUSEUM & FRIENDS OF NETARTS BAY WEBS: Stories of Netarts Past Author John Andersen Reading, Book Signing March 21st
Join Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS and the Tillamook County Pioneer Museum on Saturday, March 21 from 2-3 pm for a special presentation celebrating the people and history of the Oregon Coast…
TILLAMOOK POLICE DEPARTMENT: Chat with the Chief on Wednesday, March 11th at Tillamook Main Library
If you haven’t had a chance to say Hi and chat with Chief Troxel recently, he’d love to see you at his upcoming Chat with the Chief on Wednesday, March 11th. Come…
BUTCH’S BLOG: Operation Epic Insanity
By Butch Freedman Petey Hegseth is probably responsible for the insipid naming: Operation Epic Fury. It fits his tough guy stance. A better naming would have been Epic Fail or Epic White…
What is a Wetland? Exhibit at Rockaway Beach Library presented by North Coast Communities for Watershed Protection
North Coast Communities for Watershed Protection and the Rockaway Beach Public Library present a special exhibit, “What is a Wetland?” The display features local artists and photographers, and includes illustrations of native…
BUTCH’S BLOG: Ten Ways to Keep From Going Insane in Troubled Times
By Butch Freedman One: Quit reading the news scrolls. The news* will only depress you. And mostly there’s nothing you can do about it. (*EDITOR’S NOTE: This does not apply to the…
War is not a Video Game
Mr. Trump: War is not a video game in real time for your entertainment. It is young men and women going into battle and leaving with missing arms and legs. It is…
United Paws Cat of the Week: Meet Goodfella
Introducing Goodfella, United Paws Cat of the Week. You don’t get the name “Goodfella” unless you are, well, a good fella. This black beauty with eyes that shine either yellow or green,…