EDITOR’S NOTE: The Pioneer is lucky to have a group of dedicated writers and contributors – blessed really by so many talented individuals that are willing to share their writing with our…
North Coast Communities for Watershed Protection Rockaway Beach Library Exhibit “What is a Wetland?”
The Rockaway Beach Public Library and NCCWP presents the exhibit, “What is a Wetland?” The display offers maps, illustrations, and explains the importance of wetlands for environmental health and clean, drinking water….
14th Nehalem Bay Biennial Estuary Cleanup March 8th – REGISTER NOW!
Show a Little Love to Your Local Estuary! ‘Tis the season of waterproof pants! Grab your family, your friends, and prepare to get muddy at the 14th Biennial Nehalem Estuary Cleanup! By registering below, you…
OBITUARY: Edward W. Jordan – July 4, 1959 – February 15, 2026
Edward Wayne Jordan was born July 4th, 1959, to William ‘Frank’ and Shirley Jordan, in Abingdon, Virginia. Ed’s family moved around quite a bit since his dad was in the U. S….
POETRY: Stumble and Beauty
(From Barbara McLaughlin) May you stumble and get up May you weep and feel better May you cry out in anger and curse and stomp Our world has a plethora of things…
BUTCH’S BLOG: A Sad Clown
By Butch Freedman I didn’t watch the ‘state of the union’ address. Bev and I never even considered it. We knew it would be awful and ugly, which by all accounts it…
BOOK REVIEW: Harlem Rhapsody by Victoria Christopher Murray
By Jim Heffernan This 2026 book is historical fiction, but I think it sticks very close to the actual history. It’s the story of Jessie Fauset and her time as the literary…
Oregon Shores Presents: Sailing Into the Spotlight – Webinar Feb. 26
About the event: Sailing into the Spotlight! Each spring, brilliant blue “by-the-wind sailors” (Velella velella) wash up on Oregon beaches. Where do they come from, and why are they here? Join Assistant…
2026 Tillamook PUD College Work Program Applications Now Open!
A Unique Opportunity for Local Students! The application window is now open for the 2026 Tillamook PUD College Work Program. This program offers full-time college students the opportunity to gain direct work…
OBITUARY: Nehalem Valley Pioneer – Clifford William Scovell – June 16, 1926 – January 29, 2026
Our Father – Clifford William Scovell Arrived: June 16, 1926 Departed: January 29, 2026 Born to Basil and Josephine Scovell, he grew up on his family farm in Nehalem and later served…