In what can only be described as a masterclass in the art of political theater, Donald Trump’s proposed cabinet for his second term is a blend of loyalty, ideological alignment, and a…
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Starship’s Sixth Sojourn – A Leap Towards Martian Dreams
The next launch of Starship is already here. A feat many had doubted was even possible, but the sixth launch of a reusable large scale rocket, capable of taking more payload to…
Charles McNeilly Campaigns for Re-election as Mayor of Rockaway Beach
In a recent interview with the Tillamook County Pioneer podcast, Charles McNeilly, the current mayor of Rockaway Beach, Oregon, discussed his accomplishments, ongoing initiatives, and reasons for seeking re-election. McNeilly, who is…
OP/ED – The Needle in the Haystack: How Media and Politics Obscure the Truth
The United States faces a critical security concern at its southern border, evidenced by repeated encounters with individuals on terrorist watchlists and the influx of migrants from conflict regions. Between FY2023 and…
Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred—A Fresh Adventure in Sanctuary’s Lush Wilderness
When Diablo IV first launched, I dipped my toes back into the world of Sanctuary, a place I had ventured through before but never truly connected with. Blizzard Entertainment’s dedication to creating…
Starship Flight 5: A Leap Towards Reusable Space Travel
SpaceX is fully stacked for the upcoming Starship Flight 5 launch scheduled for Sunday, October 13, 2024, with a launch window opening at 5:00 am PST. This launch will showcase improvements from…
The future is robotic – Tesla Robo Taxi unveil
Tesla is setting the stage at Warner Bros. Studios for a grand reveal this evening at 7:00 pm. The star of the show is none other than the Tesla Robo Taxi. This…
Huion Note – An Internet Gadget Purchase Gone Right
The Huion Note is a gadget I’ve been waiting to arrive on the market for sometime. For many years I’ve lamented that the quality of a scanned piece of artwork is low,…
Meet Justin McMahan: Rockaway Beach City Council Candidate Focuses on Community Unity and Affordable Housing
Justin McMahan, a three-year resident of Rockaway Beach, Oregon, has thrown his hat into the ring for City Council Seat 4 in the upcoming election. McMahan, who has lived in Tillamook County…
Sitka Center Expands K-8 Create Arts Education Program to 17 Oregon Schools
As the 2024-2025 school year begins, thousands of students in rural Oregon will have access to arts and STEAM education through the Sitka Center for Art and Ecology’s K-8 Create program. This…