Taft High was the only team to field a team score with four players Monday at Salem Golf Club.
Maya Hatton tied for first, shooting 83. Violet Palermini, Olivia Baker and Sammy Halferty rounded out the varsity scores.
The Taft Tigers Ladies Golf team plays next at Creekside in Salem on April 9th.
Photos courtesy of Heather Hatton
The Taft Tigers Varsity Baseball team is in first place* with five wins after their 8-2 win vs. the Marshfield Pirates Monday.
Taft (5-0) will try to extend its winning streak versus Sheridan / Sheridan Japanese Charter (0-4) on March 21st, 2018 at The Pit in Lincoln City 4:30pm.
*Oregon School Activities Association has them ranked #1 for all 3A Baseball teams.
Photos courtesy of Eric DeMello
Cascade Head Trail is a hiking destination that attracts people from all over. The two ladies I talked to in this video were from Portland and their names were Karen and Lark. They said it was beautiful on the trail and it was a near perfect day except for the trail was “a little mucky.” They hiked for about three hours and said it was pretty steep but worth the effort.
My three and four year old enjoyed the first leg of the trail but after I met with the two hikers mentioned above, my wife and I decided to come back by ourselves when we had a babysitter in place.
A beautiful and physically challenging place to enjoy the outdoors here on the Oregon Coast just north of Lincoln City.
Full hike video coming soon.
Two teens were rescued near the hiking area known as God’s Thumb in Roads End today around 2:00 PM. North Lincoln Fire Rescue helped the Coast Guard chopper find the teens, who were stuck on a cliff, and airlifted them to safety. Both of the teens were uninjured.
City Administration
City of Lincoln City
801 SW Hwy 101, Lincoln City, OR 97367
Tel: (541) 996-1202
Fax: (541) 994-7232
Date: March 20, 2018
Contact: Ronald F. Chandler, City Manager [email protected]
In wake of the recent rescue from God’s Thumb, the City of Lincoln City reminds the public to be aware of potential dangers when hiking areas in Lincoln City. It is important to know the correct route of access and the skill level of the hike. Make sure to let others know when and where you are hiking, and when you plan to return. It’s also a good idea to research the hiking destination beforehand and assess your ability with the difficulty of the hike. The best routes of access to the Knoll, with designated parking, are located on NE Sal-La-Sea Drive. A corresponding map of the Knoll Trail can be found on the City’s Blog at www.ronsreport.org.
Please review the following basic safety tips:
Start a hike early, to be finished before dark.
Adhere to all posted signs.
Know the correct and safest route (carry maps if available)
Let others know where you are hiking and when you plan to return home.
Do not wait to call 911 if you need help.
Plan for unexpected weather changes.
For more information please contact: Jeanne Sprague
Lincoln City Parks and Recreation Director (541) 996-1222
“PRIDE IN SERVICE”
801 S.W. Highway 101 P.O. Box 50 Lincoln City, Oregon 97367 (541) 996-1202 FAX (541) 994-7232
The Taft Tigers Varsity Baseball team picked up two wins at home against the Rainier Columbians in a doubleheader on March 17th, 2018 in Lincoln City.
Final scores: Taft Tigers 2, Rainier Columbians 0. Taft Tigers 8, Rainier Columbians 6.
Photos courtesy of Eric DeMello
If you can contribute to the highlights of Taft Tiger games please call Justin at 541-992-0321 and if you have a scorecard, take a picture of it and email it to [email protected].
LINCOLN CITY – Attention magic lovers, juggle maniacs, bubble aficionados and spring break families looking for weatherproof fun: we’ve got you covered at the Lincoln City Cultural Center. The LCCC, at 540 NE Hwy. 101 inside the historic Delake School, will be home to the 2018 Festival of Illusions, with nightly magic shows and art workshops at family-friendly prices March 25 through April 5.
This year’s schedule includes two nights of Jugglemania with Rhys Thomas, along with hypnotism by Joe Black, amazing feats of mentalism with Brian Ledbetter, physical comedy by the international performer Stefano Iaboni, and the festival premiere of Dr. Delusion’s Illusions. Families can enjoy old-fashioned magic by festival favorites Jeff Evans and Alexander, Master of Marvels, along with two nights with The Amazing Bubble Man, whose mastery of bubbles big and small are a marvel to us all – he’ll be performing in the auditorium on March 26 and 27.
The Festival of Illusions is planned to coincide with two special weeks: the Oregon public schools’ spring break March 26-30, and the Washington public schools’ version April 2-6. “Don’t let it rain (or snow, or wind) on your family parade,” said executive director Niki Price. “Infuse your vacation with magic and wonder, through the Festival of Illusions.”
All evening shows begin at the same time: 7 pm, with doors open at 6:30 pm. Thanks to the festival’s premier sponsors, the Historic Anchor Inn and the Lincoln City Visitor & Convention Bureau, evening show tickets are $8 for youth ages 6-18, and $15 for adults 19 and older. Tickets are on sale now at the center’s website, www.lincolncityculturalcenter.org (click “Buy Tickets”), by calling 541-994-9994, or in person at the Lincoln City Visitor Information Center, located inside the LCCC.
Members of the Lincoln City Cultural Center, which is a nonprofit arts and culture organization that relies upon donations from the public, will receive get $2 off every ticket they purchase. March is Membership Month, and it just takes a few minutes to join; for details, call 541-994-9994.
On Saturday, March 31, the LCCC and the Oregon Coast TODAY will present the Fool’s Day Cabaret, an evening of songs, dances, tricks, jokes, skits and music to raise money for the Lincoln City Warming Shelter – because homelessness is no joke. Tickets are $20, and showtime is 7 pm.
Young artists are invited to enjoy the drop-in Abracadabra Art Workshop offers guided projects and “free art” zones, for just $5 per person. This year, the workshop will be open from 1-4 pm from Monday, March 26, through Friday, March 30.
Other attractions at the LCCC include:
* The official Lincoln City Visitor Information Center & Gift Shop, where volunteers and staff provide brochures, information, and activity ideas for Spring Break entertainment all over the Oregon Coast. Maps, hats, coloring books, handmade gifts and coastal souvenirs, free Cape Foulweather Coffee for the adults and free mini-agates for the kids. It will be open from 9 am to 5 pm every day March 24-31, and April 2-9.
* The PJ Chessman Gallery, which during Spring Break will feature an exhibit of work by the students, teachers and parents of St. James Santiago School, called “Learning to Create.” See drawings, paintings, sculpture, textiles, printmaking, prose and illustrated books, all made by members of the St. James Santiago family. Open 9 am to 5 pm March 24-31 and April 2-9 (closed on Easter Sunday).
Learn more at www.lincolncityculturalcenter.org or pick up the official Festival of Illusions 2018 program. Produced in conjunction with the Oregon Coast TODAY, the program will be available in stacks all over Lincoln City (and inserted in the March 23 edition of the TODAY). For details, call 541-994-9994.
FOI 2018 LINEUP
Sunday, March 25 FESTIVAL KICKOFF with Dr. Delusion’s Illusions, 7 pm
This year’s festival will open with Dr. Delusions’ Comedy & Magic Show. The Doctor (aka Bob Whitlatch) has been performing on both small and large stages for over 25 years, and specializes in pleasing audiences of all ages with his own blend of fun and mystery. He’s been voted in as a lifetime member of the International Society of Magicians. http://drdelusion.com/
Monday, March 26 AND Tuesday, March 27 The Amazing Bubble Man, 7 pm
FOI 2018 presents the triumphant return of The Amazing Bubble Man, back by crazy and frenetic popular demand. The auditorium will be afloat with the bubble magic and comedy of Louis Pearl, aka the Amazing Bubble Man. Pearl is one of the world’s leading bubble-ologists, who has been thrilling audiences around the world for nearly 30 years, with the art, magic, science and fun of bubbles. He’s a favorite at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, where he has enjoyed eight years of sell-out success. From square bubbles, bubbles inside bubbles, fog-filled bubbles, giant bubbles and even people inside bubbles, the Amazing Bubble Man conjures shrieks of laughter and gasps of amazement from all ages. http://www.amazingbubbleman.com/
Wednesday, March 28 Mentalist Brian Ledbetter, 7 pm
Ace mentalist Brian Ledbetter makes jaws drop with his uncanny display of mindreading: predictions come true, thoughts are read and objects are moved without anyone touching them. Brian’s exciting and interactive show combines comedy and audience participation with truly remarkable feats of mentalism. He was a big hit I the 2017 festival, when he performed with magician Jason Andrews. Now he’s got his own solo show – prepare to be amazed. http://www.neon-entertainment.com/mentalist-brian-ledbetter/
Thursday, March 29 Alexander, Master of Marvels, 7 pm
Bring the whole family to see Alexander, Master of Marvels, with classics of magic and original tricks manipulating balls, bills, coins, cards, rope, rings and everyday objects. Things will appear, multiply, transform and vanish at his fingertips, and in the hands of the audience. Alexander’s presentation offers visual artistry, tasteful music and 19th century styling. Don’t worry. Someone WILL definitely be sawed in half. http://www.parlorofwonders.com/
Friday, March 30 Stefano Iaboni, 7 pm
Born and raised in Rome, Italy, Stefano Iaboni trained in a professional circus school in Holland and spent 10 years working as an actor and comedian in Barcelona. Stefano will accompany you on an extraordinary journey that includes magic, juggling, comedy, volunteer participation, and everything in between. It’s a family-friendly show, with fun for all ages. https://www.stefanoiaboni.com/
Saturday, March 31 The Fools Day Cabaret, 7 pm
The Festival of Illusions and the Oregon Coast TODAY are presenting this bi-inaugural evening of songs, dances, tricks, jokes, skits and music. You’re invited to enjoy two sets of entertainment, pie auction, joke contest and more. More details to come, but we know this much: It’s all in good fun, to raise money for the Lincoln City Warming Shelter – because homelessness is no joke. Tickets for this fundraiser are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. To audition, volunteer or learn more, call so-called talent coordinator Phyllis Thompson, 541-921-8731 or executive joke manager Patrick Alexander, 541-921-0413.
Sunday, April 1 FESTIVAL and LCCC CLOSED for Easter
Monday, April 2 AND Tuesday, April 3 Jugglemania by Rhys Thomas, 7 pm
Rhys Thomas defines juggling as, “dances with stuff.” The Wall Street Journal defines Rhys as being, “in touch with your inner buffoon.” Rhys learned to juggle in high school to impress a girl and then lost the girl and juggled to forget. He now claims to have an M.F.A. (Master of Frivolous Arts). He paid off his college loans by street performing, then transitioned to stage shows to get out of the weather. To get into museums and schools, he created a show teaching the physics of juggling (www.sciencecircus.org) and to get into international festivals, he created his “tour de farce” of circus tricks called JuggleMania. Both shows work on so many levels that they’re often compared to Pixar movies. Since 1987, audiences on three continents have applauded Rhys Thomas’s hilarious “JuggleMania” show. Charmingly charismatic, absurdly versatile, and intelligently witty, Rhys combines the fast-paced world of stand-up comedy with the dexterous feats of the circus to create performances that have proven infallible in a wide variety of venues. https://www.jugglemania.com/
Wednesday, April 4 Jeff Evans, 7 pm
Jeff’s career in magic began at age 12, when he found a book on coin tricks at his grandparent’s house. Today, Jeff regularly performs for appreciative audiences throughout the Northwest, and he’s one of the Festival of Illusion’s favorite magicians. Fan favorites include “Sparky the Trained Chicken” and his “ridiculously dangerous” escape stunt from ropes, chains, and padlocks. No wonder he was named the 2013 Seattle’s Funniest Magician and ParentMap Magazine’s 2013 “Golden Teddy Award” for Best Live Entertainment. http://www.simplymagic.org/
Thursday, April 5 FESTIVAL FINALE: Hypnotist Joe Black, 7 pm
The Festival of Illusions is proud to present an evening with Joe Black, a traveling magician who has is even better known as an expert hypnotist. Black was a televised finalist on “America’s Got Talent,” and was awarded the Seattle “Rising Star Award” two years in a row. Hypnosis skeptics may find their confidence shaken, as Joe takes the willing on a G-rated adventure they won’t even remember. http://www.blackmagicentertainment.com/
ABRACADABRA OPEN ART SPACE
Families are also encouraged to take part in the Abra Cadabra Open Art Space, led by arts educator Krista Eddy and a slew of LCCC volunteers. The workshop will take over Margaret’s Meeting Room, down the hall from the auditorium at the Lincoln City Cultural Center, and will be open for drop-in fun from 1 to 4 pm daily, March 26-March 30. Some projects will be guided (like magical wands, magician’s hats and floating butterflies) and other tables will be “free art” zones, with paper, markers, paints, fabric, notions, and the like. Children 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult, but all others can attend on their own. Entrance fee is just $5. For details, contact Krista Eddy at 541-994-9994.
CIRCUIT JUDGE RACE: Lincoln County, OR
Russell L. Baldwin is running for circuit court judge in the May 15, 2018 primary election. The primary race will bring a rare opportunity for voters of Lincoln County to vote for their Circuit Judge, District 17, Position 3.
Baldwin is running to bring more justice to Lincoln County’s citizens, he says. Baldwin is a local attorney from Lincoln City, Oregon. He brings 30 years of court experience as a civil litigation attorney, both at trial and on appeal. Baldwin stated, “It is rare that voters get the opportunity to vote for their local judge, as they are typically appointed by the governor and usually no one challenges the incumbent.”
Thomas Branford is the current presiding Judge.
Baldwin’s campaign will focus on clearing the civil docket and providing timely hearings and decisions. Currently there is a backlog of civil disputes which remain unresolved. Local citizens currently are not getting their civil cases heard in a timely manner according to Baldwin and he further stated he intends to bring his vast knowledge of civil law to the courthouse to insure fair and just rulings under the law for the citizens of Lincoln County.
Lincoln City OR – Gray whales are migrating north past the Oregon coast and the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) invites visitors to share the excitement during Spring Whale Watch Week March 24-31. Trained volunteers from the Whale Watching Spoken Here program will be stationed 10 am – 1 pm each day at 24 sites along the coast, ready to help people spot the migrating marine mammals.
The Whale Watching Center in Depoe Bay will be open 10 a.m. — 4 p.m. daily. Visitors to the center can enjoy interactive whale exhibits and take in the panoramic ocean views. Binoculars are provided. OPRD rangers will also be on hand to answer questions about the whales. A live stream of whale activity off of Depoe Bay returns this spring too; watch it on the Oregon State Parks YouTube channel.
A map of the 24 volunteer whale watch sites can be found on whalespoken.org. Visit oregonstateparks.org for information about coast parks and campgrounds.
The Taft High track & field squad competed in the “Run for the Clover” meet at Waldport High on Wednesday, March 14.
For official results CLICK HERE
Photos courtesy of Lon French
Recently it has become a struggle to get off the ground as a media outlet in Lincoln City. The reasons for this are many, and involve being giving equal access by city officials, and others.
A good example of a roadblock encountered in the quest to be the best news outlet in Lincoln City is City Recorder Cathy Steere giving us the runaround when we asked her to be put on the city’s press notification list. She claimed she didn’t see our email requesting access, and only after we sent an additional email asking her why she hadn’t replied, did she grant us access.
After our reporting on the serious harassment allegations raised against City Attorney Richard Appicello, we’ve met with resistance from many city employees, who have refused to answer our questions, and just want the whole thing to go away. “I can’t discuss it” has been used too many times by city staff to be believable.
Threatening Occupational Tax Permit applications from the City of Lincoln City, News Guard staff blocking camera shots, and omitting facts that can skew readers to lean “their” way, and no responses to emails we sent to city officials is severely hindering our ability to report the news in a timely fashion.
That doesn’t mean we’re throwing in the towel or quitting. Quite the opposite. It has steeled our resolve to be at the forefront of news and work that much harder.
People are starting to see what honest, factual news is and can be, and are supporting us because of that. We will continue to report the facts and dig deeper than anyone else to ensure Lincoln City Homepage is the most trusted and reliable news source available.
Please keep in mind that while the city staff and other news media sources have multiple staff, Lincoln City Homepage is a small shop (for now). So any help from the public with stories is always prized above all else and helps keep the content on the website fresh and engaging.
Our readership is growing at an exponential rate and we can’t thank you enough for that. Our Facebook page alone has almost 1,000 followers. That’s up from 250 a few months ago.
And if you have news, or your job involves issuing press releases, please add us to your list of press contacts:. [email protected]
One last thing. It appears everyone at City Hall (Driftwood Public Library, Visitors Convention Bureau, etc) is blocked from visiting any websites created by our web hosting company, WernerHost.com, including local businesses Lil Sambo’s, Captain Cook Inn, Nelscott Reef Big Wave Classic, Loyd Butler Precision Painting, Pacific Pearls TV and others. We have reached out to the city’s IT staff to find out what’s going on, and will let you know what we discover.
Tony LaSoya, the Information Technology Director at the City of Lincoln City sent us an email apologizing for any inconvenience that the inability to reach the sites listed in the article caused anyone. He said the city subscribes to a Default Threat Protection service that automatically blocks IP address and ranges that have been shown to be a potential threat. He also said lincolncityhomepage.com was blocked before and they added an exception based on a citizen request.
The staff here at Lincoln City Homepage wish to thank Mr. LaSoya for his quick reply and for fixing the issue.
