The Independent Party of Oregon nominated Logan Laity to represent the North Coast in the Oregon House of Representatives. The Independent Party state nominating caucus met to consider candidates and was particularly impressed by Laity’s policy vision, experience working across party lines, and personal integrity. Sal Peralta, the Independent Party’s Coastal Representative added: “The Independent Party of Oregon has long…
Category: Politics
The Deadline to file for candidacy for City Council Position or Mayor is August 30th
The Deadline to file for candidacy for City Council Position or Mayor is August 30th. In order to file you must have, by the 30th of August completed ALL of the following steps: 1. The SEL 101 and SEL 121 election forms have been reviewed and approved by the City’s Elections Official. 2. After your forms have been approved, you…
OP/ED: On Human Rights, Faith and the Grief of a Nation
By Mary Faith Bell On the infamous Friday after the Supreme Court decision to reverse Roe vs Wade was announced, I ran into a friend at the farmers market. My friend is lovely, sharp and spry at 93. We stood in the grassy aisle in the sunshine and talked about sad things. “You know,” she said to me, “when I…
ACTION ALERT – Sign this petition, Write Letters: Enact Federal abortion protections
EDITOR’S NOTE: We had warning that this was coming … with the “leaked” draft from the Supreme Court that said the Court was going to vote to overturn Roe v. Wade. Maybe we thought it wasn’t true, maybe the Justices would stand by their statements at their confirmation hearings … but when it happened, there is still such a shock…
Donna Miller, longtime teacher and community volunteer, running for Manzanita City Council
“When the winds of change blow, some people build walls, and others build windmills.” (Chinese proverb) Donna Miller, a retired teacher with the NeahKahnie School District and a 32-year resident of Manzanita, has announced her candidacy for a seat on the Manzanita City Council. The Mayor’s position and two City Council seats are open in the Nov. 8 election. Miller…
Deb Simmons Announces Run For Mayor of Manzanita
By Deb Simmons Manzanita residents are tired of not being heard. They want fact-based information to undo the numerous and serious problems facing this city that means so much to all of us. They want and need services that address the specific needs of a community with a median age of 65.5 years. As a long-time Manzanita resident, I have…
Manzanita Mayor Withdraws from Re-Election Run
By Dave Dillon, North County News Manzanita Mayor Mike Scott has announced he will not run for re-election this November. In a June 2 message to friends, Scott said that he had reversed his decision from last January. “During the last six months,” he said. “I realized I just do not have the energy to continue.” “I have given all…
Outdoorsman and retired dentist Brad Mayerle declares candidacy for Manzanita City Council
Brad Mayerle, an avid outdoorsman and retired dentist, this week declared his candidacy for an open position on the Manzanita City Council. This year’s race for Manzanita’s City Council and Mayor will be held on November 8 and three positions are up for election – those currently held by Mayor Michael Scott, along with City Councilors Linda Kozlowski and Steve…
Tillamook County “Betsy Brigade” to Meet Thursday May 26th at 6 pm, 4H Dorm at Fairgrounds
It’s a historic three-woman race for Oregon Governor – or it will be – as soon as Betsy Johnson’s supporters can gather 25,000 signatures from registered Oregonian voters to put Betsy on the ballot as a “non-affiliated” candidate. If you are interested in assisting with these efforts and Betsy’s campaign, join a meeting on Thursday May 26th at 6 pm…
STATE SENATOR ARMITAGE TO HOLD MEETINGS IN TILLAMOOK COUNTY THIS WEEKEND AT TILLAMOOK CHAMBER AT 10 AM
The Senator will host a community coffee and breakfast with Tillamook County mayors. Warren – State Senator Rachel Armitage (District 16) will hold meetings in Tillamook County this upcoming weekend. The Senator hopes to discuss the recently concluded legislative session and address issues that matter to the district. “I hope you’ll join me on Saturday for a casual conversation about…
