YACHATS — Two summer-long programs about to start will explore everything from the wonders of tide pools to the needs and purposes of coastal marine reserves. Both programs are […]
News Briefs
June had most rain since 2010 as cold, wet spring comes to an end — hopefully
YACHATS – It’s agreed – June was wet and cold, according to the handful of weather-watchers in the Yachats area who diligently record daily rainfall amounts and temperatures. But we’re […]
Fire damages house in Bayshore community Saturday night
WALDPORT – A fire that heavily damaged a house in the Bayshore community Saturday night is believed caused by improperly disposed fireworks. Firefighters and volunteers from three departments – […]
Lincoln County commissioners ask feds to slow and broaden wind energy plans
NEWPORT — Lincoln County commissioners have joined a growing number of public and private groups in asking the federal government to either slow or augment plans to build wind-energy farms […]
Lincoln County unemployment rate finally drops below 5 percent
Lincoln County’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate finally dipped below 5 percent in May — inching down to 4.9 percent, according to the Oregon Employment Department. The county’s unemployment rate was […]
Meredith Lodging expands to Mount Hood area with acquisition
Meredith Lodging, a vacation rental manager based in Lincoln City and Bend, will expand into the Mount Hood area with the acquisition of a smaller firm, Mt. Hood Vacation Rentals […]
OSU student team takes second place in marine energy competition
CORVALLIS – A group of Oregon State University students placed second out of 17 teams representing five countries in the Department of Energy’s 2022 Marine Energy Collegiate Competition. The purpose of […]
Lincoln County Public Health employee wins prestigious fellowship
NEWPORT – A Lincoln County Public Health employee who helps provide support for people struggling with drug and alcohol abuse is one of 50 people chosen nationally for the master’s […]
Water/sewer rates in Yachats will increase by 7 percent in July
YACHATS – Most Yachats households will find their water/sewer bill increasing by $6.86 a month starting July 1. The Yachats city council – as part of approving its 2022-23 […]
Yachats Lions Club announces more than $30,000 in charitable giving
YACHATS – The Yachats Lions Club announced more than $30,000 in donations and charitable giving Tuesday during its annual dinner to award college scholarships and gifts to community organizations and […]