As of yesterday, it’s been one year since the first case of COVID-19 was diagnosed in Oregon. Twelve grim months later, nothing is the same. The pandemic has claimed more than half a…
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TILLAMOOK COUNTY COVID-19 INCIDENT RESPONSE: COVID-19 “Anniversary” in Oregon
By Gordon McCraw, Tillamook County Emergency Manager & COVID-19 Incident Commander Yesterday, marked the one year anniversary that COVID came to Oregon. It was February 28, 2020 when Oregon had its first…
Changes to scheduling vaccine appointments via the Vaccine Information Tool (chatbot) go into effect Monday March 1st
EDITOR’S NOTE: Another resource for vaccination appointments is www.vaccinefinder.org which provides access to pharmacies that are now providing the vaccine. Be patient – the appointments are filling quickly, so check regularly. Portland,…
Today, we acknowledge one year of COVID-19 in Oregon – February 28, 2021
Today, February 28, 2021, marks the anniversary of the first case of COVID-19 in Oregon, and the first issue of Oregon Coronavirus Update. In that time, we have aimed to keep you…
Learn about Birds of Prey with the Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS on March 4th
What do hawks, eagles, falcons, and osprey all have in common? They are all birds of prey – and can all be found flying in and around Netarts Bay. Birds of Prey,…
Oregon reports 455 new confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases, 2 new deaths; No cases for Tillamook County
PORTLAND, Ore. — There are two new COVID-19 related deaths in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 2,208 the Oregon Health Authority reported today February 27, 2021. Oregon Health Authority reported 455…
Netarts-Oceanside Fire & Rescue Hosts Water Safety/Rescue Brainstorming with Stakeholders to Identify Solutions to Reduce, Prevent Future Tragedies
Netarts Bay provides an impressive backdrop for memories for those who recreate on this beautifully unique body of water. However, Netarts Bay has also been the location of many tragedies. On February…
Oregon reports 336 new confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases, 2 new deaths; Tillamook County adds 2 more cases; Vaccine Schedule Update
PORTLAND, Ore. — There are two new COVID-19 related deaths in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 2,206, the Oregon Health Authority reported today, February 26, 2021. Oregon Health Authority reported 336…
Governor Extends COVID-19 State of Emergency for 60 Days
(Salem, OR) — Governor Kate Brown today extended her declaration of a state of emergency for COVID-19 for 60 days, until May 2. The declaration is the legal underpinning for the Governor’s COVID-19 executive orders and…
State Senate Republicans Walk Out on the Job Feb. 25; Majority Leader Issues Statement
SALEM – Today the Oregon Senate Republicans and Senator Brian Boquist (I-Dallas) walked out on their responsibility to serve their constituents when they refused to show up to work for today’s floor…
