By Romy Carver On Thursday, June 17, 2021, President Biden signed legislation which was overwhelmingly passed by the House and Senate, making Juneteenth a federal holiday. Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery…
Category: Commentary
WORDS OF WISDOM: Teachings From the Pandemic
OIOpublisher by Neal Lemery This last year and a half has been chock full of lessons and experiences, forcing us to adapt, often reluctantly, to changes in how we live, be with…
Transportation Advisory Committee Members Needed
Tillamook County Transportation District (TCTD) is seeking volunteers to serve on the District’s Transportation Advisory Committee. The TAC will advise and assist the District’s Board of Directors on issues and matters related…
Geezer Tribe: Just the short of it
by Linda Shaffer Remember that old saying about “the long and the short of things?” Well, I do. Why? I am reminded of it daily because somewhere between the early 2000s and…
WORDS OF WISDOM: What I Am Learning from the Pandemic
by Neal Lemery The last year has taught me many lessons, and I hope I can fully absorb and retain the wisdom of these times. The lessons are often challenging and messy,…
GEEZER TRIBE: A date at the dump
by Linda Shaffer Yes, it’s true. The Shaffers have finally added a new destination to their short list of places visited in the past two years. As I’m sure most of you…
To ALL the Moms – We See You …
EDITOR’S NOTE: Quite often there are posts on social media that resonate with me so strongly that I reach out to the writer and request permission to reprint their words on the…
WORDS OF WISDOM: Being Mothered
By Neal Lemery Mother’s Day is a tough holiday, a maudlin remembrance of Mom, who has passed on, but still figures in my life. With any family relationship, it is a mixed…
Insight – On Mothers
EDITOR’S NOTE: With Mother’s Day coming on Sunday, we have a theme here today, and Thank You Donald Roddy for sharing this very timely “insight”. Take mom for a walk, bake her…
Keep Kids First – Vote for Nick Troxel, TSD9 School Board Position 5
My name is Nick Troxel and I am a current TSD9 school board member. I am rerunning for Tillamook School Board position number five. I am a firm believer in public schools….