DeafBlind mentors and interpreters come to Newport to practice an emerging language based solely on touch

August 21, 2025

Some 25 interpreters and 20 DeafBlind mentors from across the U.S. were in Newport this week to attend training sessions an emerging language called Protactile, a method of communication solely based on touch.

Lincoln County’s unemployment rate reaches 5.6 percent in July

August 21, 2025

The Oregon Employment Department said this week that the county’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate hit 5.6 percent in July, up from 5.5 percent in June. It was 5.1 percent in July 2024.

NOAA issues early La Niña prediction that could mean more rain and snow in Oregon this fall and winter

August 21, 2025

The National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center has announced a La Niña watch and it its prediction holds up, the Pacific Northwest could see more rain this fall and winter — and maybe some relief from the region’s stubborn drought conditions.

Coos Bay man pleads guilty to manslaughter for April crash that killed college softball player and coach

August 21, 2025

A Coos Bay man pleaded guilty to manslaughter this week in the drunk driving crash that killed a beloved softball coach and promising young Umpqua Community College student-athlete in April.

Gov. Tina Kotek making adjustments to ODOT funding legislation as special session nears next week

August 21, 2025

Gov. Tina Kotek is tweaking a proposal to raise billions in taxes for roads and bridge upkeep, a little more than a week before the bill’s fate is tested in a special legislative session.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING DEPOE BAY PLANNING COMMISSION

August 20, 2025

Salishan Marketplace on Fridays and Saturdays has helped revitalize the businesses there

August 20, 2025

Art comes in every form at the Artisan Faire at Salishan Marketplace and each artist is a master of their craft. A small market with big offerings gives customers the opportunity to keep their money in the community and support creativity.

Surf City Classic car show this weekend is big, beautiful — and can be very loud

August 20, 2025

There are plenty of car shows on the central Oregon coast. But the Surf City Classic Car Show and Sound Off this weekend is a car show in stereo.

Beachcomber Days officer wins restraining order against Waldport city manager, prohibiting public statements

August 19, 2025

A Lincoln County circuit court judge has issued a restraining order against Waldport city manager Dann Cutter based on allegations of elder abuse leveled by Waldport Beachcomber Days secretary TiAnne Rios.

Siletz Valley School’s new superintendent and board scramble to address 10 areas of charter noncompliance

August 19, 2025

Siletz Valley School, a k-12 charter school, is out of compliance with a long list of requirements and may run afoul of state charter laws and requirements by the Lincoln County School District if it doesn't address them quickly.