I was born and raised in Tillamook, and my husband is in the third generation of his family to make Tillamook their home, and we both strongly support Mary Faith Bell for…
Category: Op-Ed
Schwend for our Future
I have never been one to vote along party lines, as I strongly believe that a truly good politician will be able to act on the best interests of all regardless of…
Tillamook needs Mary Faith Bell
Today, we have an opportunity to choose a Tillamook County Commissioner who will exert strong and compassionate leadership for all county citizens: That leader is Mary Faith Bell, and I urge my…
Support for Mary Faith Bell for Commissioner
Please consider voting for Mary Faith Bell as a member of the Tillamook County Board of Commissioners. I have been impressed with her positive spirit, depth of knowledge of local issues, and…
Support for Barbara Trout, Tillamook PUD Board
To the editor: I am writing in support of Barbara Trout, a candidate for TPUD, and a good friend. I have known Barb for many years from her radio news days at…
Bell is right for county commission position
It’s abundantly clear that Mary Faith Bell is the only reasonable choice for Tillamook County Commissioner and I urge everyone to join me in voting for her in this year’s election. She…
OP-ED: Rinehart Clinic Board unanimously opposes Oregon Measure 105
The Board of Directors of Rinehart Clinic voted unanimously at its September 26, 2018 meeting to issue a public statement opposing Oregon Measure 105, which would repeal Oregon’s sanctuary state status. Oregon’s…
The Local Option Tax for NCRD is not about the pool, it is about PEOPLE!
It is about a community that puts the value and quality of people’s lives over the costs of ordinary things. It is above all about a community history of demonstrated commitment to…
VOTE YES – NCRD’S LOCAL OPTION TAX RENEWAL
Dear Editor, I encourage voters to vote yes to renew NCRD’s Local 5 year Option Tax Levy this November. This levy supports the highly successful programs NCRD has to offer everyone. The…
Listening, With Respect
EDITOR’S NOTE: I’ve had the wonderful opportunity to work with Neal Lemery, and I’ve shared his “musings” quite often here on the Pioneer. He has a way with words — often articulating…
