OIOpublisher The only way we’re going to be able to bridge our political divides is if we all come to the table. Jim Heffernan continues his call to action for blues, reds…
BOOK REVIEW: Deer Hunting with Jesus – Dispatches from America’s Class War
By Jim Heffernan This book was published 15 years ago but remains accurate and topical today. The author writes about his hometown of Winchester, Virginia in the early years of George W.’s…
Fall Scholarships Open for Tillamook’s Nature and Outdoors Program; Deadline for fall applications is September 4
(TILLAMOOK, ORE. 09 AUG. 2023) — Tillamook Coast Visitors Association recently established two annual scholarships at Tillamook Bay Community College for students enrolling in TBCC’s Nature and Outdoors Program. The scholarship, named the “Tillamook Coast Outdoor Program Scholarship,” is $1,000….
GORDON’S UPDATE: Weather 8/10/23 – Warm, then Hot
By Gordon McCraw, Meteorologist for the Tillamook County Pioneer The onshore flow continues to moderate the temperatures west of the Coast Range as we return to the fair, and still very dry…
BUSINESS FEATURE: Big Shu’s Chocolates Brings Handmade, Gourmet Sweets to Garibaldi
By Ashley Hamann, Tillamook County Pioneer Intern Nestled into a small shop off of Highway 101 in Garibaldi is a quaint chocolate shop that has much to offer a local sweet lover….
Senate Republicans to Challenge Secretary of State on Measure 113
SALEM, Ore. – Today, the Oregon Secretary of State announced that she has directed the Oregon Elections Division to implement an administrative rule restricting access for members of the minority to run…
Legislators Disqualified Under Measure 113 Will Not Be Allowed to File to Run in 2024
Salem, OR – Today, August 8, 2023, Secretary of State LaVonne Griffin-Valade directed the Oregon Elections Division to implement an administrative rule, providing guidance to candidates on Measure 113. The rule clarifies…
GORDON’S UPDATE: Weather 8/9/23 – Welcome Rain Before Weekend Warm Up
By Gordon McCraw, Meteorologist for the Tillamook County Pioneer Another weak front moved across this morning and gave some lucky folks a little patchy light rain. It looks like the front weakens…
Trailkeepers of Oregon Building Trails with Passion and Purpose
In the picturesque landscapes of Oregon, trails wind through mountains, forests, and coastal areas, offering breathtaking views and a connection to nature. Trailkeepers of Oregon (TKO), a non-profit organization, is at the…
Rockaway Beach State of the City: The Salmonberry Trail Project (PODCAST)
By Robin Swain The City of Rockaway Beach is once again, being the model to follow. City Manager Luke Shepard and the City Hall staff have been diligently applying for and receiving…