Lincoln City

Right Repairs 2654 SE Highway 101 was engulfed in flames as multiple engines were called forth to fight the blaze.

Officers responded to the area. Subject(s) retreated into hotel and then on to the beach. K9 deployed for tracking (without success-editorial add). Unmarked (police) vehicle  remained in the area. Subject (McCrae) returned at 12:54 hours and was taken at gunpoint into custody

"It's been tried in other places, they come with lots of unintended consequences

Under a welcomed overcast sky thousands of locals and visitors descended upon the shores of Siletz Bay for the 2024 Sandcastle Contest.

"It's been a crazy ride moderating this page." said Don Williams, publisher of The Lincoln City Homepage and admin of The Lincoln City Homepage Facebook Community. "All of us at Homepage are proud to announce that we have passed the 30k mark for membership on our Facebook page," he continued.

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

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.

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."

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.

As over 50 boats of every make and model gathered near Regatta park at 4p.m. people waved back and forth between the crafts with occasional shouts of "Happy Fourth of July!" A classic pontoon boat still emblazoned with "Blue Heron Landing" on its side lead the route around the lake. As all the boats trailed respectfully behind there truly was an air of happiness at being together again after so long an absence.