By Molly Rosbach, Oregon State University CORVALLIS, Ore. — A new Oregon State University program is working to improve mental health and address substance use in rural communities by building on existing…
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An Ancient Bread to Celebrate an Ancient Holiday
By Dana Zia, The Golightly Gourmet “The spirits of dead friends sought the warmth of the Samhain fire and communion with their living kin.” Janet Farrar Halloween is one of the oldest…
HIGHEST DAILY CASE COUNT SINCE BEGINNING OF PANDEMIC- Oregon reports 550 new confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases, 3 new deaths; COVID-19 more deadly than the flu
PORTLAND, Ore. — COVID-19 has claimed three more lives in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 649, the Oregon Health Authority reported today, October 23rd. Oregon Health Authority reported 550 new confirmed…
IN GOOD HEALTH: Journey to Health Part II
By: Dr. Charles Ross Charles Ross, DO Who do you trust for your health information? Last time I encouraged you to take a journey to a new destination to improve your health and…
TILLAMOOK COUNTY WELLNESS: Against All Uncertainty – Forging Solutions and Fostering Normalcy for Family
By Ariel Slifka, Tillamook County Wellness, Community Health Connection VISTA The last 6 months have not been easy, and for local resident Julie Hurliman, the biggest concern has always been the impact…
The Relentless Negativity of Politics
By Marc C. Johnson I’ve been participating in and observing politics and politicians for most of my adult life. I served as a press secretary and chief of staff to a governor…
NEWS FROM STATE REPRESENTATIVE DAVID GOMBERG: COVID, Fires, and the Economy
By Representative David Gomberg, House District 10 Hello Friends, As we continue to struggle with the uncertainties of the pandemic, employment, schools, and fires, I’ve been working to better understand the economic…
NCRD Pool Bond Measure: Timing, Transparency, Too Much – Not Now
By Janice Laviolette A crucial vote is coming up for the residents of the North County Recreation District. The building of a new pool in Nehalem has been discussed for 20 plus…
TILLAMOOK COUNTY WELLNESS: Taking Action When You Can’t be on the Frontline
By Melody Ayers, Philanthropy Director, Adventist Health Tillamook What a year 2020 has been! Each new emergency or disaster has highlighted the frontline heroes: doctors, nurses, paramedics, firefighters, and more. As we…
Guest Editorial: Imagine your surprise
By Fred Bassett, Chair – Tillamook County Democrats You get a letter from “the desk of” a respected office holder, a local sheriff. After a brief introduction, he informs you how political…