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Local businesses matching donations for new police K9

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Local businesses matching donations for new police K9
Officer Holly Blakely, left, John Oksenholt, Aaron Linfoot and Chase

Two local businesses have joined forces to help achieve a fundraising goal of $75,000 for the Lincoln City Police Department’s startup K9 program.

Meredith Lodging and Oksenholt Capital are matching up to $10,000 in donations until the end of the year to reach the $75,000 goal, $55,000 of which has already been received.

“The entire city benefits from this important program and we want to encourage the community to donate between now and the end of the year,” Vice President of Operations for Meredith Lodging Aaron Linfoot said. “Meredith Lodging is committed to investing in the success of the communities where our employees live and work, and where our Meredith Lodging Owners have homes.”

LCPD will use money raised to provide K9 handler training and certification, equipment, transport and a kennel.

LCPD will be training a patrol K9, which differs from a drug detecting K9 in that it can do more, like catch fleeing suspects, recover evidence and crowd control.

“We are honored to join Meredith Lodging in matching community donations between now and December 31st to get this project to the finish line,” Oksenholt Capital CEO Jon Oksenholt said. “The police work hard to keep our communities safe. Statistics show the need for and benefit of a police department utilizing a K9 Unit to help reduce crime. In addition, numerous studies show the positive impact a K9 Unit brings to the police force.”

Currently the LCPD depends on the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office for K9 related activities.

“We are grateful to Oksenholt Capital and Meredith Lodging for stepping in to help us get to the finish line on funding this project,” said Officer Holly Blakely, who is spearheading the project. “This project kicked-off last February and we are thankful for the community support we have received so far. We have $20,000 left to go and with this generous donation and match, Oksenholt Capital and Meredith Lodging will help us get there much faster.”

Donations can be made in person at the police station, via email at [email protected], by visiting the project’s website at https://lincolncityk9.com or by the GoFundMe page: https://www.gofundme.com/lincoln-city-k9-program-fund .

Oksenholt Capital is the private investment arm of The Oksenholt Family of Companies with a focus on real estate investments and development. 

Meredith Lodging offers a wide selection of Oregon Coast vacation rentals as well as Bend, Sunriver and Central Oregon vacation rentals.

Public Utility Commission approves natural gas rate increases

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Public Utility Commission approves natural gas rate increases

NW Natural

The Oregon Public Utility Commission (PUC) approved a rate increase for natural gas customers of three regulated utilities including NW Natural, which will go into effect Nov. 1.

The PUC approved an increase of over $15 million, or 2.4 percent when compared to 2018 company gross revenues.

  • Residential Customers – The monthly bill of a typical customer using 54 therms per month will increase by $2.31, or 4.4 percent, from $52.43 to $54.74.
  • Commercial Customers – The monthly bill of a typical customer using 235 therms per month will decrease by $4.60, or negative 2.3 percent, from $197.95 to $193.35
  • Industrial Customers – The monthly bill of a typical customer using 5,438 therms per month will increase by $555.82, or 3.2 percent, from $17,324.09 to $17,879.91.

A explanation for the increase was provided by the PUC:

In part, rates will increase because the cost of natural gas supply spiked over the last year due to a pipeline explosion last winter, which impacted regional gas supply and caused prices to increase. The PUC approves adjustments to each company’s rates annually to reflect changes in the actual cost of wholesale priced natural gas, known as the Purchased Gas Adjustment (PGA). This allows companies to pass through their actual cost of purchasing gas to customers without a markup on the price. Since 2009, Oregon residents have benefited from a decrease in natural gas rates due to the PGA, except 2013 and 2014.

Avista Utilities and Cascade Natural Gas rates were also increased by the commission.

About the PUC
The Public Utility Commission of Oregon (PUC) regulates customer rates and services of the state’s investor-owned electric, natural gas and telephone utilities, as well as select water companies. The PUC mission is to ensure Oregon utility customers have access to safe, reliable, and high quality utility services at just and reasonable rates, which is accomplished through analysis and independent decision-making conducted in an open and fair process.

Sheriff: Staying safe on Halloween

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Sheriff: Staying safe on Halloween

HALLOWEEN SAFETY

Fall is in the air and Halloween is here.

Many people view Halloween as a time for fun and treats. However, in the United States, roughly two times as many children aged 5-14 are killed while walking on Halloween evening compared with other evenings of the year. Falls are a leading cause of injuries among children on this holiday. Parents can help prevent children from becoming injured on Halloween by following these safety tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the National Safety Council.

Children should:

  • Go only to well-lit houses and remain on porches rather than entering houses.
  • Travel in small groups and be accompanied by an adult.
  • Know their phone numbers and carry a cell phone for an emergency phone call.
  • Carry a note in their pocket with their name and address.
  • Bring treats home before eating them so parents can inspect them.
  • When using costume knives and swords, ensure they are flexible, not rigid or sharp.

When walking in neighborhoods, they should:

  • Use flashlights, stay on sidewalks if available, and avoid crossing yards.
  • Cross streets at the corner, use crosswalks if available, and don’t cross between parked cars.
  • Stop at all corners and stay together in a group before crossing.
  • Wear clothing that is bright, reflective, and flame retardant.
  • Consider using face paint instead of masks.
  • Avoid wearing hats that could slide over their eyes.
  • Avoid wearing long, baggy, or loose costumes or oversized shoes to prevent tripping.
  • Always look left, right, and left again before crossing the street.

Parents and adults should:

  • Supervise the outing for children under age 12.
  • Establish a curfew for older children.
  • Prepare homes for trick-or-treaters by clearing porches, lawns, and sidewalks and by placing decorations away from doorways and landings.
  • Avoid giving choking hazards such as gum, peanuts, hard candies, or small toys as treats to young children.
  • Inspect all candy before children eat it.

To ensure the safety of pedestrian trick-or-treaters, parents and adults should:

  • Make sure children under age 10 are supervised as they cross the street.
  • Drive slowly.
  • Watch for children in the street and on medians.
  • Exit driveways and alleyways carefully.
  • Have children get out of cars on the curbside, not the traffic side.
  • Consider taking advantage of community events where the kids can show off their costumes and trick-or-treat in one central place without the need to navigate city and neighborhood streets.

Following these tips should help ensure this Halloween is a safe and fun holiday for everyone.

Poised for playoffs, Taft boys soccer team rolls to eighth straight win

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Poised for playoffs, Taft boys soccer team rolls to eighth straight win
(File photos by Lon French)

Senior Edson Fuentes and junior William Calderon scored a goal apiece Wednesday to lead the Taft High boys soccer team to its eighth straight league victory, 2-1 at Western Christian/Perrydale.

“We played a very good match against a well-motivated Western Christian team,” said Taft coach Ryan Ulicni, whose sixth-ranked Tigers improved to 12-1 with the win. “With them knowing that everyone is jockeying for playoff seeds, they brought a great game.”

Fuentes scored the Tigers’ first goal by “controlling a great pass from [junior] Alex Del Valle,” Ulicni said. “We seemed to be a little flat starting out, then seemed to coast the rest of the half.”

Fuentes fed Calderon for a second goal to make it 2-0.

“We had Angel Islas and JJ Lupercio, both sophomores, play defense today, and they fit in wonderfully,” Ulicni said. “I was a little nervous at first, but overall it was a very solid performance.”

Ulicni said sophomore goalie Sam Cortez played a major role with 13 saves.

Sam Cortes

“With our team finishing first in District, we will get the bye in the seeding,” Ulicni said of the upcoming playoffs, which will pit Taft against an undetermined opponent Nov. 2, following this Friday’s 4:15 p.m. regular-season finale against Gervais (0-12-1) at Voris Field.

“We will just make sure our game stays sharp and our focus remains steady so we are prepared for anyone,” he said. “The State playoffs are tricky. By the looks of it, we should actually finish in the top half of the rankings, which means we would be hosting the first round of the playoffs.

“It’s always an honor to go to State, so to do well enough to host a game would be fantastic. I am very much looking forward to the last part of the season. These guys are making it exciting.”

Class 3A/2A/1A Special District 2 Standings

League Overall GS GA Rank
 Taft (3A) 12-1 12-1 92 10 6
 Dayton (3A) 9-4 9-5 54 27 16
 Western Christian/Perrydale (2A) 8-3-2 8-4-2 54 20 17
 Delphian (2A) 8-3-2 8-4-2 55 14 21
 Yamhill-Carlton (3A) 5-6-2 5-6-2 41 29 33
 Blanchet Catholic (3A) 3-6-4 3-6-4 27 33 36
 Salem Academy (3A) 1-11-1 1-11-1 11 115 52
 Gervais (2A) 0-12-1 0-12-1 9 110 56

GS=Goals Scored; GA=Goals Allowed

Taft High 7-12 reacts to ninth-grader’s death

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Taft High 7-12 reacts to ninth-grader’s death

Saying a memorial for students and staff to pay tribute to freshman Bear Reyes is being planned for next week, Taft High 7-12 reacted Wednesday to Tuesday’s death of the student-athlete.

Details of the death have not been disclosed.

Principal Nick Lupo issued the following statement Wednesday:

Families,

We had sad news at our school today.  We learned of the death of one of our students, Bear Reyes, a 9th grader at Taft 7-12.

We helped support our students by setting up a Care Room staffed by counselors and specially trained members of our Crisis Response Team.  Classroom teachers spent time allowing students to share their reactions to Bear‘s death.  Those students needing extra time to talk were encouraged to go to the Care Room.  Our school is planning a Memory Activity for students and staff to collectively pay tribute to Bear Reyes, next week.

When events like this happen, it is not unusual for students to react with shock, sadness, fear, anger, or other strong feelings.  These reactions may rise and fall today and for several days to come.  Here are some strategies to consider with your children: Be sensitive about whether they want or need to talk.  Bring it up if they seem reluctant to do so.  Ask about their reactions and accept the answers without judgment.  Answer all questions directly and honestly, even if the answer is, “I do not know.”   Sometimes a child needs to ask the same question repeatedly, be patient.  They may also focus on the upsetting details of the death.  Do not compare death with sleep or any other state of consciousness.  Some children can become sleep deprived, fearing they will die if they sleep.  Provide comfort with extra hugs and support.

We appreciate the support to our staff and students provided by the school district and all of our community partners.  Times like this remind us of how important it is to come together and value, support and care for each other.

Sincerely,

Nick Lupo

Principal of Taft 7-12

Photos: Good weather brings multitudes to Lincoln City’s Siletz Bay

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Photos: Good weather brings multitudes to Lincoln City’s Siletz Bay

Taft Beach Lincoln City

With sunny skies and temperatures hovering in the high 50s Wednesday, Siletz Bay in Taft had an unusually large number of late-October beachgoers.

Fishermen with poles and nets, looking to catch a big one, were out in force amid the nice weather.

Lincoln City Fishing

The local sea lion population saw the fishermen going after their food source, but reacted like they always do — they caught more sun.

Sea Lions Lincoln City

Multiple pairs of humans could be seen strolling along the beach, taking in the perfect day together.

Seagulls used squawking calls to alert everyone in range that they were ready to scavenge opportunistically.

Lincoln City Seagull

Siletz Bay in Lincoln City is a big draw for tourists and locals alike, with its gorgeous views, abundant wildlife and guitar-playing beach-walkers.

Guitar Guy

Lincoln City Police to ‘take back’ prescription drugs

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Lincoln City Police to ‘take back’ prescription drugs

Take Back Day

Lincoln City Police will set up a collection box at the Lincoln City Community Center 10 a.m. -2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26, as part of the Drug Enforcement Agency’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.

“National Take Back Day is a safe, convenient, and responsible way to dispose of unused or expired prescription drugs while also educating the public about the dangers of improper disposal of medications and the potential abuse of prescription drugs,” Lincoln City Police said.

Expired or unused medication should be sealed in a container or plastic bag when dropped off at the Community Center or police station and sharp objects, liquids or radiation drugs will not be accepted.

Collection and proper disposal of medications can prevent chemicals leeching into the environment.

Lincoln City Police have a prescription drug drop off bin in the lobby, 1503 SE East Devils Lake Rd, that citizens can access to dispose of unused or expired prescription drugs seven days a week.

Taft sophomore aims for title of Miss Teen Oregon

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Taft sophomore aims for title of Miss Teen Oregon
Miss Lincoln City
Athena Bosman

Sixteen-year-old Athena Bosman, a Taft 7-12 sophomore, was recently named Miss Lincoln City Teen USA and is headed to Mt. Hood Community College in January to compete in the Miss Oregon Teen USA pageant.

Miss Lincoln City

“Athena has overcome some severe anxiety in the past,” mother Jodei Bosman said. “She says this is the most confident she has ever felt and wanted to do something to reflect that.”

Athena raised the entry fee by herself and wrote the following for the upcoming pageant:

“The things that come to those that wait, may be the things left behind by those that get there first.”

Athena Bosman

Bosman, 16, says she loves all genres of music and dreams of being a music producer one day, but being as she’s young, she’s keeping her options open. She helps at Taft sporting events and is part of Taft’s Club Social, a group that welcomes new students and makes connections with them.

NW Productions named Bosman Miss Lincoln City in September, giving her the confidence needed to compete at a higher level.

Miss Teen Oregon contestants are judged in three areas of competition that are equally scored; Interview, Evening Gown and Fitness Wear. Judging criteria specifically focuses on character, poise, confidence and personality.

Whoever wins the Miss Oregon Teen USA title will then go on to compete in the annual Miss Teen USA pageant.

2020 Miss Oregon Teen USA Titleholders are expected to receive over $60,000 in prizes, awards and scholarships according to the pageant’s website.

Bosman will be updating her progress on Instagram under the account pageantprogram

https://www.instagram.com/p/B3I1RWTBD7L/

 

Taft boys avenge only soccer defeat, girls fall to Dayton

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Taft boys avenge only soccer defeat, girls fall to Dayton

The Taft High boys soccer team avenged its only loss of the season Friday by defeating visiting Dayton 7-4 in a Class 3A Special District 2 game at Voris Field.

The 11-1 Tigers, who fell 2-0 at Dayton on Sept, 25 for their only setback of the year, face second-place Western Christian/Perrydale (8-2-2 SD2) on the road Wednesday and close out their regular season Friday at home against Gervais (0-11-1).

The seventh-ranked Taft boys have won seven straight matches and  outscored their 12 opponents 90-9 this season.

Meanwhile, the Dayton girls broke open a 1-0 game at halftime Thursday for a 4-1 victory over the host Tigers.

“Both teams played well and defended like State playoff teams,” Taft coach Joey Arce-Torres said. “Dayton had a 30 mph wind to their back and a monsoon rain storm. We stalled with the weather and allowed two more weak goals to come through.”

Down 3-0, Taft sophomore Nicole Reyes was fouled in the box, but the Tigers missed the penalty kick. Two minutes later, senior striker Sammy Halferty scored after another hard foul from the Pirates, Arce-Torres said.

“With time running out and everyone soaked and cold, our defense withered and allowed one more goal,” he said.

“Tonight was indeed a tough day to be outdoors, and it wasn’t our strongest outing,” he said. “Dayton was more focused and had a lot to gain with a win today.

“I hope we can find our game again for our final match of the regular season next Thursday [against Gervais]. We are a much better team than we showed today.”

This post will be updated

Class 3A/2A/1A Special District 2 Boys Standings

League Overall GS GA Rank
 Taft (3A) 11-1 11-1 90 9 7
 Western Christian/Perrydale (2A) 8-2-2 8-3-2 53 18 16
Dayton (3A) 8-4 8-5 48 27 14
 Delphian (2A) 7-3-2 7-4-2 43 13 19
 Yamhill-Carlton (3A) 5-6-1 5-6-1 40 28 33
 Blanchet Catholic (3A) 3-6-3 3-6-3 26 32 34
 Salem Academy (3A) 1-10-1 1-10-1 11 109 53
 Gervais (2A) 0-11-1 0-11-1 8 98 57

GS=Goals Scored; GA=Goals Allowed

Class 3A/2A/1A Special District 2 Girls Standings

League Overall GS GA Rank
 Yamhill-Carlton (3A) 10-0 10-1 43 8 6
 Blanchet Catholic (3A) 7-2-1 7-3-1 27 12 15
 Salem Academy/Western Christian (3A) 6-4 6-5 17 28 17
 Dayton (3A) 4-4-2 4-5-3 15 20 18
 Taft (3A) 4-7 4-8 15 29 23
 Amity/Perrydale (3A) 2-7-2 2-7-2 4 13 26
 Gervais (2A) 0-9-1 0-9-1 5 41 31

GS-Goals Scored; GA-Goals Allowed

National Move Over Day campaign set for Saturday

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National Move Over Day campaign set for Saturday

Something is killing first responders at staggering rates, and the answer is us.

To raise awareness about the Move Over law – which protects first responders and travelers – we’re highlighting “National Move Over Day,” Saturday, Oct. 19.

Every year, drivers are injuring and killing hundreds of emergency responders as they work to save lives at the scene of traffic incidents:

  • From 2007-2017, of the 1,641 officers killed in the line of duty, more than one-third (39%) of those were killed in traffic-related incidents. In 2017 alone, 47 officers were killed in traffic-related incidents across the U.S.
  • According to the National Fire Protection Association, fire personnel are more likely to die while responding to a crash than a fire.
  • Tow operators are particularly vulnerable: The International Towing and Recovery Hall of Fame and Museum in Chattanooga, Tenn. estimates that anywhere between 40-60 tow operators are struck and killed each year, or roughly one per week.

These numbers do not include transportation professionals, for which exact numbers are difficult to pin down.

“It is safe to say that one of the most dangerous parts of a first responder’s job is stepping out onto the side of the road, whether it’s for a traffic stop, to assist a motorist or respond to a crash,” explains Justin Guinan, ODOT’s Traffic Incident Management Program coordinator. “Every state has some kind of ‘Move Over’ law that requires drivers to move over and slow down when approaching stopped emergency vehicles. Ours was recently updated to include all stopped motor vehicles, emergency or not.”

What does Oregon’s Move Over Law require?

Oregon’s Move Over Law requires drivers to move over to another lane or slow down by at least five miles an hour below the posted speed for any vehicle stopped next to the side of the road displaying hazard lights or other signs of distress. Failure to obey Oregon’s Move Over law is a Class B traffic violation with a $265.00 fine ($525.00 if the location is within a safety corridor, school zone or work zone).

“We cannot stress enough the importance of this law when it comes to protecting first responders and anyone unfortunate enough to be stranded on the side of the road,” says Oregon State Police Lieutenant Nathan House. “National polling estimates that 71% of US residents are not aware of the Move Over Law in their state. We need to educate all drivers. It is about saving lives. We want everyone to go home safe.”

We have a responsibility to protect those who protect us.

National Move Over Day began in 2017 to get every state involved in promoting Move Over laws and responder safety on the same day. It is the third Saturday of October.

What can all of us do?

Take the #MoveOver challenge!

  • Make a commitment to look out for and move over for emergency responders and stranded motorists.
  • Help us build awareness! Share Oregon’s Move Over Law with at least three people, and ask them to do the same. You can also take a picture or make a video of why you move over and post to Facebook (@OregonTIMResponders) and/or Twitter (#MoveOver).

Join us in spreading the word: Move Over. It’s the Law.

You could save someone’s life.

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