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Beverly Beach campground to reopen August 1

Crews moved overhead power lines underground for safety and to maintain electricity during high winds at the coast. The park also replaced its aging waterlines.

Firefighters rush to smoke call at local business

As the firefighters bravely rushed in-some forgoing breathing apparatus-to render aid, employees lingered outside waiting for the all clear sign.

Cross-Country Drive on Medal of Honor Highway

 The cross-country drive on the National Medal of Honor Highway (U.S. Highway 20), the longest continuous highway in the United States, stretching over 3,000 miles from Newport, Oregon, to Boston, Massachusetts, aims to raise awareness about the high rates of suicide and PTSD among veterans and to highlight available resources for prevention and support. 

A view to a lake

And like the end of a ride, there is silence. No birds calling, no breeze rustling branches.  No people talking about their day.  Just silence as the fog like a night of thick falling snow dampens every sound around and I'm forced, visually, to simply take in what is before my eyes and slowly breath it in and out.

Devils Lake Water Quality Report July 23, 2024

According to the latest water quality report for July 23, 2024 from the Devils Lake Water Improvement District (DLWID), all areas tested are "green" meaning low risk with water temps between 70-74 degrees. Results are posted at DLWID.org. According to a news release from DLWID, "At this time, there seems to be an abundance of algae in the water. If you see blue-green (turquoise) algae, please report to [email protected]. For a list of all active cyanotoxin advisories visit the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) website."

OSU’s Jade Seeks Gold in Paris

Carey, a Phoenix native, enrolled at OSU in the fall after the Tokyo games. She felt very welcomed by the team and the whole campus there. "From the minute I stepped on campus and met the gymnastics coaches, I felt connected and cared for," Carey said in an interview with OSU’s Athletic Communications (osubeavers.com). 

Several dogs were sickened from salmon poisoning

"Pet owners should keep their dogs on a leash and in sight to prevent them from coming across fish carcasses. Collect and bag up all garbage associated with cleaning fish, clean your coolers and gear and do not leave fish parts spread on the landscape that dogs could encounter. The highest risk of salmon poisoning is usually September when salmon gather in rivers to spawn and die. These cases early in the year are unusual."

Probation, Parole, and Community Supervision Week in Lincoln County,

July 18, 2024 – The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners proclaimed July 21-27, 2024, to be Probation, Parole, and Community Supervision Week in Lincoln County, recognizing the many contributions of the county’s parole and probation officers, who supervise approximately 450 justice-involved adults and juveniles in our community.

Counterfeit bills showing up in Lincoln City

It was a weekend for counterfeit bills to visit Lincoln City. The Lincoln City Police Department (LCPD) reported three separate instances of fake $100, $5 and $1 bills used or attempted to be used at the Chinook Winds Casino Resort on Sunday July 14. According to reports no arrests were made nor suspects noted.

Siletz Bay Music Festival to honor Sue Parks-Hilden August 23 benefit event

The Siletz Bay Music Festival has named Sue Parks-Hilden as their 2024 Dick Hyman For Love of Music Award honoree and will present the award at the festival's August 23 benefit event at the Chinook Winds Casino Resort.

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