By Jim Heffernan Finding truth is difficult. Contrasting messages swirl about continuously. Inspired by the book, “The Scout Mindset” by Julia Galef, I’ve volunteered to be a scout for the community. I…
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TILLAMOOK COUNTY MASTER GARDENERS ASSOCIATION Annual Plant Sale Blooms on May 2, 2026
The Tillamook County Master Gardener Association (TCMGA) is excited to host its Annual Plant Sale, a major community event that brings together gardening enthusiasts to explore an incredible selection of vegetable and…
CANNON BEACH FIRE DISTRICT RESPONDS TO WATER RESCUE CALL NEAR CHAPMAN POINT, COMMAND VEHICLE STUCK WHILE CROSSING CREEK; RESCUE VEHICLE RESCUED BY LOCAL SONS OF BEACHES SHORE PATROL
Photos by Carol Keljo and Jay Pittman On Saturday April 25, 2026, Cannon Beach Fire District personnel were conducting a beach patrol near Chapman Point when they observed a surfer in distress…
TILLAMOOK COUNTY PIONEER’S QUESTIONS FOR THE CANDIDATES MAY 19, 2026 PRIMARY ELECTION: 27TH DISTRICT CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE, POSITION 2
It’s election time – a Primary Election with several important positions being decided. Here’s the Tillamook County Pioneer”s “Questions for the Candidates.” This provides our communities with our expanded election coverage and…
Lincoln County District Attorney’s Office has more Staff than Larger Counties with Far More Reported Crimes, Other Popular Tourist Destinations
EDITOR’S NOTE: This press release from Lincoln County gives a comparison of District Attorney offices, crime rates in neighboring communities, including Tillamook and Clatsop County. The Lincoln County District Attorney’s Office has…
OREGON DEPT. OF FISH & WILDLIFE: Three Public Meetings to Discuss Oregon’s Commercial Dungeness Crab Fishery
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) will hold three public meetings to discuss the Oregon Commercial Dungeness Crab Fishery. Meetings will include updates related to marine life entanglement and an…
TILLAMOOK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS SEEK LIBRARY BOARD MEMBER
The Tillamook County Library is seeking applications for one library board seat on the library board of directors. We are seeking people who are passionate about our libraries with a variety of…
OREGON DEPT. OF FISH & WILDLIFE: 2026 Recreational Pacific Halibut Season
On Friday, April 24, the Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission finalized the 2026 recreational Pacific halibut season and regulations. The information below is summarized in the 2026 Pacific Halibut Sport Regulations Map found…
CITY OF BAY CITY: Water Shutoff to Multiple Areas for Repair Work on Monday April 27th
In order to complete a critical repair, the City of Bay City will need to shut off water service for multiple areas of town on Monday, April 27, 2026. Beginning at approx. 8:00 am,…
FREE SHOWING TILLAMOOK COLISEUM THEATER SUNDAY APRIL 26 – “Battlegrounds Backroads: Fighting Suicide in Rural Oregon” – Local Documentary Shines Light on Veteran Suicide
Rogue Cell premiered their documentary about veteran suicide on Veterans Day November 11, 2025 in Astoria – see Pioneer story below. And now the film will be viewed in Tillamook. FREE showing of Battlegrounds…