EDITOR’S NOTE: Karen provides an accurate overview of “what I didn’t know” about Oregon, and some helpful references and resources with links to learn more about the systemic racial issues that have…
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View From Here: When did you hit the “COVID wall”?
OIOpublisher EDITOR’S NOTE: Or are you on the “Corona-Coaster”? You know – “The ups and downs of the pandemic – you go from one day loving your bubble, baking banana bread, tending…
Commissioner Baertlein’s Reflection on the Pandemic
By Bill Baertlein, Tillamook County Commissioner As we move through this pandemic, we are all facing challenges we never anticipated. The board of commissioners closed county buildings to all but essential staff….
Join The Love Coalition in the Civility Pledge; Talking About Race in Rural Communities July 9th
EDITOR’S NOTE: Now, more than ever, the Love Coalition and the Tillamook County Pioneer ask that our community embrace the Civility Pledge – a simple way to show that we have far…
Oregon State Legislature – Special Session Recap
By Representative David Gomberg, House District 10 I have just returned from a three day special or unscheduled legislative session in Salem. Much has and will be written about this emergency session…
VIEW FROM HERE: In which I overthink face masks
EDITOR’S NOTE: OHA released updated guidance for face coverings that applies to Oregonians statewide. One important update to note is a strong recommendation that “individuals, including children between 2 and 12 years…
IN GOOD HEALTH: Can I Protect Myself From Seasonal Allergies?
y Linda Tate, Communications Director, Northwest Osteopathic Medical Foundation I don’t know about the rest of you, but between my eyes and my nose, I’m constantly itching my face during a time…
Call to remove statue of explorer who brutalized Native Americans ignites firestorm in Tillamook County
EDITOR’S NOTE: This commentary by Helen Hill was published in Street Roots* on Sunday June 21st, and they have shared it with the Pioneer as it provides background details regarding a social…
IN GOOD HEALTH: Typhoid Mary Was Asymptomatic
EDITOR’S NOTE: Who would have thought that a simple thing – like wearing a mask to protect others – would cause so much divisiveness?It makes a difference. A BIG THANK YOU to…
Sound Healing: Energy, Frequency, Vibration to Balance – Join Cosmic Healing NW for Sound Healing Session
EDITOR’S NOTE: We have included a 20 minute mini-sound healing session with this article. Go to the Pioneer’s YouTube channel for this special offering, then join Christy Kay for a virtual sound…