Former Lincoln County district attorney endorses Bachart for re-election

April 27, 2020

To the editor: I am writing to enthusiastically endorse Lincoln County Circuit Court Judge Sheryl Bachart for re-election. She has earned support and respect from me and many others by the manner in which she has tirelessly promoted the needs of all citizens. She possesses the integrity, sense of fairness, intelligence, demeanor and work ethic this important position requires. I

Oregon Health Authority’s coronavirus report for Sunday, April 26

April 26, 2020

Oregon reports 58 new COVID-19 cases; 4 new deaths PORTLAND, Ore.— COVID-19 has claimed four more lives in Oregon, raising the state death toll to 91, the Oregon Health Authority reported as of 8 a.m. Sunday. Oregon Health Authority also reported 58 new cases of COVID-19 as of 8 a.m. Sunday, bringing the state total to 2,311. The new COVID-19

Former chief deputy DA endorses Danforth for Lincoln County district attorney

April 26, 2020

To the editor: I have worked in criminal prosecution for over 25 years. I was the chief deputy district attorney in the Lincoln County District Attorney’s Office for seven years and resigned in December 2019. I was Lanee Danforth’s direct supervisor in the office and I can tell you that she has what it takes to be a great district

Oregon Health Authority’s coronavirus report for Saturday, April 25

April 25, 2020

Oregon reports 76 new COVID-19 cases, 1 new death PORTLAND— COVID-19 has claimed one more life in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 87, the Oregon Health Authority reported at 8 a.m. Saturday. Oregon Health Authority also reported 76 new cases of COVID-19 as of 8 a.m. today bringing the state total to 2,253. The new COVID-19 cases reported

Newport resident supports Sheryl Bachart for re-election to circuit court

April 25, 2020

To the editor: I first met Judge Sheryl Bachart when we both served on the board of a local non-profit organization several years ago. I quickly came to appreciate her ability to work effectively and efficiently with others and be a valuable team member. Specifically, when dealing with challenging situations, she actively sought and listened to input from others, provided

Victim assistance specialist endorses Danforth for Lincoln County district attorney

April 25, 2020

To the editor: I am thrilled to endorse Lanee Danforth for Lincoln County District Attorney. As a 15-year crime victim advocate, I am currently the tribal victim assistance specialist at the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Oregon. I have known Lanee Danforth for the past eight years, first as a supervisor in the district attorney’s office, and then

Retired sheriff’s patrol deputy endorses Cable for district attorney

April 24, 2020

To the editor: I am proud to endorse Jonathan Cable for Lincoln County District Attorney. As a patrol deputy for the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, I worked closely with Jonathan Cable when he was a deputy district Attorney. When he was a private practice attorney, I referred all of my firearms training clients and friends to him with confidence. He

Deputy district attorney supports Danforth in May primary election

April 24, 2020

To the editor: In response to Kenneth Park’s announcement that he has suspended his campaign for Lincoln County District Attorney, I have one question for him. What campaign? Kenneth Park has done absolutely nothing that a person actually campaigning for office would do. It is abundantly clear from Jonathan Cable’s campaign materials that he has never viewed Park as an

Owners of closed Yachats-area shops try other methods to stay in business, but worry about longterm shutdown

April 23, 2020

By CHERYL ROMANO/YachatsNews.com They’ve gone online. They’ve taken phone calls and met customers at their shops. They’ve applied for federal and state loans, local aid and are working with their landlords as they’ve become more nimble in adjusting to COVID-19 restrictions on businesses and visitors to the Oregon coast. But with many lacking deep pockets, owners of the small

Yachats council OKs $100,000 loan program for struggling businesses, rejects direct aid to church relief

April 23, 2020

By QUINTON SMITH/YachatsNews.com The Yachats City Council on Thursday approved funding a loan program for small businesses to help them survive the state-imposed COVID-19 shutdown. The $100,000 program would be administered by a Springfield-based nonprofit called Community Lending Works, which would charge the city $4,000 to administer 2 percent business loans for up to four years. The city did not