TILLAMOOK, Ore. — On the heels of six years of proven success, the Salmon SuperHwy has received the second year of funding of a $1.24 million total award from the National Oceanic…
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Tillamook River wetlands restoration will improve salmon habitat
OIOpublisher North Coast Land Conservancy’s purchase of 73 acres of wetlands south of Tillamook July 30th is the first step in a proposed restoration of the tidal floodplain along the Tillamook River….
Governor Announces Racial Justice Council to Address Systemic Racism in Oregon
High profile group to focus work on dismantling racist policies and promoting opportunity for all (Salem, OR) — Governor Kate Brown today announced the creation of the Racial Justice Council. The Council is…
Being a Patriot … with a Hippie Heart
EDITOR’S NOTE: “I’m going into Portland, to the protests,” said the text from my cousin, Stevie Burden. Okay … I thought – are you crazy? Be safe. Maybe she’s just going to…
Governor announces updates to County Watch List; Lincoln County removed from list
Governor Kate Brown today announced that two counties — Lincoln and Union — have succeeded in reducing the spread of COVID-19 enough to be removed from the County Watch List. Meanwhile, three…
Virtual Salt Marsh Tour of Netarts Bay Aug. 1
Join the Friends of Netarts Bay for a free, virtual learning experience – Aug. 1, 2020 at 10 am. See registration information below. What does it take to thrive as a plant…
Abscond Oregon DOC Arrest: South Fork Prison Inmate Turns Self In
Tillamook, OR – On Thursday July 30, 2020 at approximately 1:30 PM, Brandon James Sykes, 35, wearing black shorts and a black t-shirt was contacted in front of the Tillamook County Sheriff’s…
Coast Guard rescues 2 teens near Fort Stevens State Park
A Coast Guard aircrew hoisted two female teenagers Wednesday afternoon near Fort Stevens State Park in Hammond, Oregon. At 5 p.m., watchstanders at the Coast Guard Sector Columbia River Command Center received…
Tillamook County Fair to Host 4-H/FFA Animal Projects and Open Class Exhibits August 5-8
The 2020 Tillamook County Fair will offer local kids and their animals a chance to shine with 4-H/FFA exhibits and the Junior Livestock Auction (JLAC). Fair board manager Camy VonSeggern said, “The…
2020 Tillamook County Fair: “Let the Good Times Grow” – 4H/FFA Schedule & Information – FREE entry/parking; Open Class Exhibitors Wanted
Tuesday August 4th: 4H/FFA Animal Weigh In Wednesday, August 5th: 4H/FFA ·Swine – Conformation Classes: Breeding, 4‐H/FFA Market, Lightweight/Heavyweight Classes ·Swine – Showmanship: FFA Advance, FFA Novice, 4‐H Senior, 4‐H Intermediate, 4‐H…