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…
Four new coronavirus cases confirmed in Oregon (March 7, 2020)
Oregon health officials have identified four new presumptive positive cases of COVID-19 among residents in Jackson, Klamath and Washington counties. State and local health officials are moving quickly to contact people who…
OREGON HEALTH AUTHORITY: New Labs Added for Testing; Additional Information About Cases – March 6th
The Oregon State Public Health Laboratory continues to test for COVID-19 in Oregon. In addition, private labs operating in the state have begun testing for the virus. Oregonians who are seeking a…
POETRY: FRIENDS ARE THE ICING ON THE CAKE OF LIFE
EDITOR’S NOTE: March is Virginia’s “birthday month” – she will celebrate 95 years of life on March 14th. Please send your happy birthday wishes to Virginia – via the Pioneer and we…
OREGON STATE LEGISLATURE REPORT: 2020 Session Conclusion
By Representative David Gomberg, House District 10 Two weeks ago, I wrote you with an update on the bills and budgets being considered for the 2020 legislative session. Sadly, not one of…
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….
Oregon Health Authority – COVID-19 update: New guidelines for testing
March 5, 2020 Since the outbreak of COVID-19, OHA has relied on CDC guidance about who to test for the virus, which includes focusing on individuals experiencing symptoms of the virus—fever, cough,…
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….
Help two coastal land trusts enhance Nehalem estuary March 11th
North Coast Land Conservancy is partnering with Lower Nehalem Community Trust on a Nehalem Bay stewardship day March 11 from 9 am to noon. Volunteers will be working to remove invasive plants…
TILLAMOOK PUD: REGULAR MEETING NOTICE Tuesday, March 17, 2020
The meeting will be held at Tillamook People’s Utility District’s Carl Rawe meeting room located at 1115 Pacific Avenue, Tillamook, OR 97141 The Tillamook People’s Utility District Board of Directors will conduct…
