Testing for COVID-19 is available through the Oregon State Public Health Laboratory (OSPHL) and a growing number of commercial labs. In addition, we expect hospitals around the state to begin conducting their…
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South County Pie Night Event Postponed
The fundraiser scheduled for Saturday, March 14th in Pacific City has been postponed due to the coronavirus public health concern PACIFIC CITY, OR, (March 10, 2020) — Food Roots has announced the…
First Multnomah County resident tests positive for COVID-19
PORTLAND, Ore. — The Oregon Health Authority today announced Multnomah County’s first presumptive positive case of COVID-19. The new case brings Oregon’s total to 15 cases in seven counties. OHA and Multnomah…
Sunny March Day Brings Out the Locals – Elk at Fishers Point
Photos by Don Best – March 9, 2020 The sunshine brought out a small herd of elk to graze on the hillside above Highway 101 at Fishers Point area. Don Best captured…
Cancellation Notice Art of Aging, Rainy Day Village Network Update Wed. March 11, 3-5 pm
Out of an abundance of caution, the Hoffman Center for the Arts and Rainy Day Village are cancelling the Art of Aging session with Rainy Day Village, Wed. March 11th. The health…
No new cases of COVID-19 today, March 9th in Oregon; Local Event Cancellations; Statement from Five Rivers/Prestige Care
Many local events here in Tillamook County that are for our older demographic have been cancelled or postponed – see additional story from Hoffman Center Art of Aging/Rainy Day Village information cancelling…
Tillamook County Wellness: What’s Cooking? Local Chef Takes on Food Bank Challenge to Create Easy Meals
By Laura Swanson Tuesdays at the North County Food Bank in Wheeler are busy – starting early to be ready to serve the folks that will begin arriving before noon. There is…
North Coast Communities for Watershed Protection – Pesticides & Environmental Justice Presentation Feb. 29th
By Nancy Webster, North Coast Communities for Watershed Protection Thanks go to Dr. Deke Gundersen, toxicologist, for a very informative presentation entitled “Pesticides and Environmental Justice: Impacts on Community Health” at the…
Coping with Stress During an Infectious Disease Outbreak
When you hear about a disease outbreak like coronavirus, it is normal to feel anxious or have stress responses. These reactions can take a toll on you emotionally, physically, mentally, and spiritually….
Hoffman Center for the Arts March Gallery Show: “Inspired By Nature” – Opening Reception Saturday March 7th
The Hoffman Center for the Arts Gallery show for March “Inspired By Nature,” will feature the work of two artists: paintings by Jenny Stanley and acrylic paintings and prints by Christine Harrison….
