“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” Margaret Mead. In this world gone haywire and our constitutional democracy threatened,…
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BUTCH’S BLOG: Regrets, I’ve Had a Few
By Butch Freedman I’m very happy with the life I now have — a wonderful partner, a great place to live, relatively good health for a guy my age. But, as grateful…
Vote for Mary Faith Bell for Tillamook County Commissioner
This May election is an important one, so PLEASE VOTE. And please vote for MARY FAITH BELL for County Commissioner. Since there are only two candidates, whomever gets the most votes in…
GORDON’S WEEKLY WEATHER UPDATE 5/4/26: Onshore flow returned to help cool things down after yesterday’s high 82; Next shot of rain, a slight chanceon Friday
Well yesterday was real nice, the highs in town climbed to around 82 at the airport, 79 in the North Main area, thanks to a low pressure area down over California giving…
Time for Change: Why Commissioner Bell Has Lost Our Support
When Commissioner Bell first ran for office, I was among those who supported her, giving her the benefit of the doubt despite her limited experience. Her willingness to meet with me personally…
United Paws Kitten of the Week: Meet Lynx
Stealthily, she glides through the play tunnel and as agile as a lynx in the wild, she climbs up her tower, seeking a high perch, preferably near a window. Meet Lynx. Beautiful…
May Flowers: Opening Reception Featuring Community Artists Sat. May 9th at Blue Water Fine Art Gallery in Rockaway Beach
Join us at Blue Water Fine Art Gallery for a special community exhibition celebrating North Coast artists. “May Flowers” will be on view May 8–June 6, showcasing the creativity, color, and renewal…
CALL TO ACTION: End Potluck Prohibition; Bring Back Community – Send Letters to Governor
EDITOR’S NOTE: For those of you that misssed Watt’s guest column about Oregon’s outlawing of potlucks… here’s the link https://www.tillamookcountypioneer.net/guest-column-oregon-should-be-a-sanctuary-for-potlucks/ Here’s his latest – a letter to Governor Kotek, and if you’d…
ASK A COMMISSIONER: How Do I Support Local Businesses and Stimulate the Economy?
By Mary Faith Bell, Tillamook County Commissioner Recently a constituent asked me on Facebook to provide examples of things I have done in my current term to stimulate the economy and support…
MAY IS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH: CHILDREN’S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS DAY EVENT – YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH SELF CARE MAY 7TH AT TILLAMOOK LIBRARY
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The Tillamook County Suicide Prevention Coalition will be having a variety of events throughout the month to support our community. The first event is Thursday, May…