EDITOR’S NOTE: In response to questions raised in the previous opinion article, Cherie Plaisted provides details and information about Adventist Health’s preparations and readiness to care for our community now, during a…
In my opinion … Tough Questions for Local Healthcare about Supplies, Readiness
OIOpublisher EDITOR’S NOTE: It would be irresponsible to just publish this op/ed without seeking out answers to the questions that Kalie King Savage raises below, which is what we did. And you’ll…
Oregon reports 69 new COVID-19 cases; Three cases in Tillamook County; 548 total cases in Oregon, March 29th
PORTLAND, Ore.— Oregon Health Authority reported 69 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the state total to 548, as of March 29th. No new deaths were reported yesterday, Sunday. The number of COVID-19…
Third Case of COVID-19 Reported in Tillamook County Sunday March 29th
TILLAMOOK, Ore. — The Tillamook County Public Health Department announced Sunday, March 29 that it has been informed of the third positive case of COVID-19 coronavirus in the county. The individual is…
Some Words from Sheriff Candidate Gordon McCraw
By Gordon McCraw, Candidate for Tillamook County Sheriff As many of you know, I am indeed running for Sheriff in this November’s Election. Normally, a candidate would be talking about himself, his…
Artists Invited to Reflect on the Times, Share Artwork
The Hoffman Center for the Arts in Manzanita is inviting area artists to create works reflecting the impact Covid-19 is having on themselves, their community, family, friends, neighbors or environment. “We’re all…
A little kindness goes a long way … Reach Out; Myth-busters; Total Cases in Oregon 479
In these challenging times, it’s heartening to see so many acts of kindness. We’ve heard inspiring stories of folks volunteering at food pantries, buying groceries for home-bound neighbors and helping seniors. Together,…
A MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR: Update about City of Wheeler
By Stevie Stephens Burden, Mayor of Wheeler Dear Friends and Neighbors As many of you know on this page I try hard to keep my FaceBook page for personal use. I like…
Hunkering Down
By Neal Lemery The morning drizzle finds me inside, sorting and organizing, rediscovering my writing space. Long neglected filing cabinets and piles of papers are now getting sorted. I have a number…
COVID-19 Response Tillamook County: Essential or Non-Essential? Resources, Support Groups; Mental Health Impact
TILLAMOOK, Ore. — The most recent executive order issued by Governor Kate Brown directs Oregonians to stay at home to the maximum extent possible to help reduce the potential spread of COVID-19….