This July and August, Friends of Netarts Bay Watershed, Estuary, Beach, and Sea (WEBS) is hosting a number of fun, educational events designed to help locals and visitors explore the wonders of…
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Governor Kotek Invokes Emergency Conflagration Act for Falls and Lone Rock Fires
Salem, OR – In a decisive response to escalating wildfire threats, Governor Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act on July 14 for the Falls Fire in Harney County and on July…
Exploring Family Activities and Child Resources in Tillamook County
Tillamook County offers a wealth of activities and resources for children and families, ensuring a rich environment for early development, education, and family support. From child care services to educational programs and…
Tres Bros – From Food Truck to Downtown Eatery with a Boost from Food Roots
Astoria, OR – Five years ago, the culinary landscape of Astoria was enriched by the arrival of Tres Bros, a vibrant food truck offering authentic Nicaraguan home cooking. Today, Tres Bros has…
Volunteers sought to advise on forest practices
Salem, Ore—The Oregon Department of Forestry’s Regional Forest Practices Committees (RFPCs) are looking for new members. The RFPCs play a key role in advising the Board of Forestry on current forestry issues…
Private Forest Accord Mitigation Advisory Committee seeks two new members
SALEM, Ore. – ODFW is seeking two new members to join the Private Forest Accord Mitigation Advisory Committee and encourages interested individuals to apply by July 31. The two available positions include…
Monday, July 15, 2024 Weather by Gordon McCraw
We continue to see a strong ridge of high pressure to our east with a trough of low pressure anchored off to our west. This basically means, a continued onshore flow that…
Join OSU Extension Service for a Free Cooking Matters Class
Are you interested in enhancing your cooking skills and learning how to prepare healthy, budget-friendly meals? Look no further! The OSU Extension Service in Tillamook County is offering a fantastic opportunity with…
Trump Assassination Attempt – A Perspective
By Joe Stark On the Sunday morning after the Trump shooting, I was sitting in my Buddha chair having a smoke. I noticed a man on a bicycle riding down the road…
Circe’s Garden Flourishes Thanks to Food Roots Farm Incubator Project
Tillamook, OR – In 2019, Food Roots and its partners embarked on a visionary journey to support the next generation of farmers. Inspired by the dreams of their founder, Shelly Bowe, they…