Story, Photos & Video by Don Backman What’s your favorite animal out here?” “Definitely the Jersey,” Tatum Lancaster, Tillamook County Dairy Princess Ambassador, proudly announced while holding a curious young Jersey…
Category: Health Care
BUTCH’S BLOG: Dr. Fauci is a Hero
By Butch Freedman Among the many blasphemous proceedings under the trump high jacking of the United States and all its democratic institutions, the attack on Dr. Anthony Fauci stands out. Sure,…
FREE Diabetes Self-Management Class starts Sept. 14, Sign up Now!
Living with diabetes doesn’t mean you have to do it alone. 💜 Our FREE Diabetes Self-Management Program (DSMP) is designed to help you feel more confident managing your diabetes and living…
OREGON HEALTH AUTHORITY: Cyclosporiasis cases linked to national outbreak reported in Oregon
Federal health agencies say illnesses caused by contaminated lettuce (PORTLAND, OR)—Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is reporting two Oregon residents who developed Cyclospora infections that may be linked to the ongoing multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak. Both individuals traveled to…
FREE National Diabetes Prevention Program at Tillamook YMCA Starts in September, Sign up Now!
Did you know that 1 in 3 American adults has prediabetes—and most don’t know it? The good news? Small changes today can make a big difference tomorrow. Join our FREE National…
IN GOOD HEALTH: Where Is All the Money Going?
Something doesn’t add up. By Michelle Jenck, M ed Colleges and universities are going broke. Hospitals continue to struggle financially despite record healthcare spending. Public schools receive more funding per…
NEWS UPDATE FROM STATE REPRESENTATIVE DAVID GOMBERG: Some Bad News and Some Good News
By Representative David Gomberg, House District 10 7/20/2026 Dear Friends and Neighbors,In meetings around our district, I’ve been talking about the challenges your legislature will face next January when we convene…
TILLAMOOK COUNTY FAMILY YMCA ANNOUNCES OPENING OF FITNESS CLASS STUDIO LATER THIS YEAR IN FORMER ST. PETER CHURCH
The Tillamook County Family YMCA is excited to share that later this year the group fitness classes will be moving into a newly dedicated fitness studio. The studio will be at…
IN GOOD HEALTH – WELLNESS WEDNESDAY: Summer Sun Safety
By Leanna Coy, FNP-BC Summer is in full swing, with the sun shining on your favorite hiking, boating, and beach activities. Sunny days can boost your mood and vitamin D, helping balance…
Tillamook County Community Health Centers Administrator Marlene Putman to Retire This Summer, Reception July 22nd
Tillamook County Community Health Centers (TCCHC) Administrator, Marlene Putman is retiring this summer after working for Tillamook County for 32 years, serving nearly 16 years as TCCHC Administrator. Community members are invited…
