By Randy Kugler The annexation Ordinance approved by the Council at the June meeting to bring 17 acres into the City to allow for the construction of 70 homes included an Emergency…
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Oregon Prosperity Council Delivers Final Recommendations to Governor Kotek
Report calls for bold action to strengthen Oregon’s economic competitiveness, create family-wage jobs, and expand opportunity for all Oregonians SALEM, Ore. — On June 25, 2026, the Oregon Prosperity Council presented Governor…
MANZANITA FARMERS MARKET WEEK #7 – JUNE 26, 2026: TASTE THE RAINBOW OF FRUITS & VEGGIES, DANCE TO LOCAL FAVORITE SEDONA FIRE BAND
It’s almost Friday again, and we’ll fill the market area with over 60 vendors — rain or shine! Join our intrepid farmers and vendors for another fabulous day at the Manzanita Farmers…
Rockaway Beach, Oregon becomes first community in U.S. to complete destination-wide accessibility audit for short-term rentals
Independent audit identifies opportunities to increase accessible short-term rentals (STR), attract new visitors, and grow local tourism spending The City of Rockaway Beach in Tillamook County, Oregon has become one of the…
Oregon Families Have Two Ways to Access Free Meals and Grocery Benefits This Summer – Grub Club & Summer Lunches Available Throughout Tillamook County
Free summer meals are available at more than 450 sites statewide, and eligible families can receive $120 per child through Summer EBT. (Salem, OR) – Oregon families have two important resources to help ensure children have access…
Hidden Bottle Hunt Returns for its Sixth Year; Find Bottles in Six Locations Throughout Oregon, Benefit Local Chairities
From June 25-28, daily clues will lead treasure hunters to six commemorative bottles hidden throughout the state in celebration of the anniversary of Oregon’s Bottle Bill The Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative, operator of the BottleDrop network, is…
Celebrating 1st Anniversary Art Sale at Blue Water Fine Art Gallery – June 24-28
We’re celebrating a full year of art, community, and creativity — and you’re invited to join us! Our Anniversary Art Sale runs this weekend, June 25–28, with special offers throughout the gallery…
BOOK REVIEW: American Men by Jordan Ritter Conn (2026)
By Neal Lemery Being a man in the United States in 2026 is a daunting task, with many obstacles, expectations, and challenges. We don’t make it easy for men to be “successful”…
IN GOOD MENTAL HEALTH: How Grief Taught Me How to Love
By Denise Donohue, MEd I’m listening to one of my favorite Beatles songs, A Day in the Life. I played it over and over after my uncle died. He was my favorite…
BUTCH’S BLOG: A Reflection of Himself
By Butch Freedman The latest fiasco It never ends with this guy. But the latest outrage climbs to the top. It’s not as consequential as his failed wars, or the incredible level…
