(Salem, Ore.) – Oregon Health Authority is marking the third anniversary of 988—the three-digit number that anyone can call, text or chat when in need of mental health support—with two significant milestones:…
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NEWS UPDATE FROM STATE REPRESENTATIVE DAVID GOMBERG: Some Non-Legislative Thoughts
OIOpublisher By Representative David Gomberg, House District 10 Dear Friends and Neighbors, I thought I’d offer readers a legislative break this week and turn to news I’m seeing outside the Capitol. Earlier…
Domestic Violence: Understanding the Full Spectrum of Abuse; Resources
By Leanna Coy, FNP-BC Domestic violence and family violence affects about 10 million Americans every year. Domestic violence includes physical, financial, sexual, or mental abuse of an adult, child, or elder. Domestic violence…
North Coast Communities Invited to Share Ideas on Caring for Those Facing Serious Illness and Grief
(TILLAMOOK & MANZANITA, OR) — Local residents are invited to take part in upcoming community listening circles in Tillamook and Manzanita, hosted by The Peaceful Presence Project. These interactive gatherings are designed…
TILLAMOOK COUNTY WELLNESS: The Gut Microbiome – Tiny Organisms with Big Impact on Health
By Leanna Coy, FNP-BC Little universes of bacteria, fungi, viruses, and parasites live in and on your body. Known as microbiomes, these tiny worlds impact your overall well-being positively by working together…
Oregon Health Authority urges people to check immunity against measles; get vaccinated
As cases appear in other states, including neighboring California, Oregon health officials recommend measures to stay safe PORTLAND, Ore._ With spring break and summer travel season approaching, Oregon Health Authority (OHA) encourages…
A PERSONAL POINT OF PRIVILEGE: How to Fund Medicaid Without Screwing Taxpayers – Oregon Already Figured It Out
EDITOR’S NOTE: Here’s an installment from Tillamook County’s State Representative Cyrus Javadi’s Substack blog, “A Point of Personal Privilege” Oregon legislator and local dentist. Representing District 32, I focus on practical policies…
Tillamook School District Reports Students Misusing Medicines; Resources Available for Substance Use
Tillamook School District issued this statement on February 26, 2025: Dear TSD9 Parents and Guardians: It has come to our attention that a dangerous trend is emerging among some of our students….
Festival of Well-Being Saturday Feb 15th at NCRD in Nehalem
North Coast Community Wellness is excited to invite you to join us for our upcoming Festival of Well-being on Saturday, February 15th, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM At NCRD 36155 9th…
TILLAMOOK COUNTY SERVICES LATE OPENING TOMORROW WED. FEB. 5 at NOON
The Tillamook County Courthouse, Community Development, Surveyor’s office, Parks Office, Tillamook Library branches, Health Department and clinics, administrative offices in the jail, and state circuit court will open at 12:00 p.m. on…