By Michael Randall Fiery July 4th celebrations are now behind us. Having expressed proper gratitude for our country, perhaps we can acknowledge something a bit different. So often, we recognize our own…
Category: Commentary
WORDS OF WISDOM: Taking the Long Way Around
EDITOR’S NOTE: As we are hearing from irritated locals and visitors alike about the Hwy. 131 closure, about blowing past roadblocks and ignoring “road closed” signs, here’s some insight from Neal. There…
Candidates Busch and Laity Respond to Anti-Semitic Flyers Distributed in Tillamook
Tillamook July 13, 2022 – In response to anti-Semitic flyers passed around the Tillamook community, Logan Laity and Melissa Busch issued the following statement: “We believe that love always triumphs over hate.”…
NEWS UPDATE FROM STATE REPRESENTATIVE DAVID GOMBERG: Some Notes on Gambling and Celebrating Our Local Markets
By Representative David Gomberg, House District 10 Hello Neighbors and Friends, Legislative leaders have created a Joint Committee on Gambling Regulation to review the existing policies and structures that regulate state-sanctioned gambling, and take…
PEACE OUT LOUD: Mental Health vs Terrorism
By Romy Carver Yesterday was the final day of Mental Health Awareness Month, and I have a lot on my mind. I had already written a blog about mental illness, which I…
I’ve Been Thinking: How “Whatever it takes” took over
By Jim Heffernan In 1960, when I was 14, John F. Kennedy, the first Catholic President, was inaugurated as President of the United States. I was in 8th grade at a Catholic…
WORDS OF WISDOM: My Ten Minute Rule
by Neal Lemery I try to live an organized, purposeful life, with some guiding principles and an action plan. My “to do” list should be close at hand, current and relevant. If…
WORDS OF WISDOM: The Power of Collective Silence
By Neal Lemery I found myself at a local café, having a late breakfast, with about a dozen other community members who had the same idea. At a nearby table, a family…
NEWS UPDATE FROM STATE REPRESENTATIVE DAVID GOMBERG: Your Chance to Vote or Comment on Critical Events
Ballots for the May election are due tomorrow May 17th You can deposit them at public ballot box sites or drop them in the mail — but be sure they are put in your…
SATIRE: Second Amendment Sanctuary Meets Tucker’s Toaster
By Michael Randall In May 17’s primary election, Tillamook County folks will have the chance to vote on proposed Measure 29-161, which if passed will prohibit our county sheriff’s deputies from enforcing…