Gerald “Jerry” S. Wedekind Jan. 19, 1944 – June 5, 2024 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dad, Jerry “Sparky” Wedekind who died […]
Gerald “Jerry” Wedekind, Ten Mile/Vancouver
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Hall, Miller should appoint interim-only commissioner to county seat
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To the editor: I have written to Lincoln County commissioners Claire Hall and Casey Miller to express my concern regarding the upcoming appointment to fill the vacancy on the board […]
Oregon loses its chief forester (again) at pivotal moment for environmental, timber policies in the state
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By APRIL ERHLICH/Oregon Public Broadcasting The resignation of Oregon’s top forestry executive last week comes at a pivotal moment for environmental policies in the state Lawmakers are a week away […]
Application to fill seat on Lincoln County commission contains unusual, partisan and had at least one illegal question
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By QUINTON SMITH/YachatsNews Ever been sued by anyone over anything? Or cited for a breach of ethics, or been the subject of a complaint to any court, agency or […]
Chance coffee shop meeting leads to starring role in Theatre West’s latest production
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By GRETCHEN AMMERMAN/Oregon Coast TODAY The journey to the stage can take many paths. For Jason Kutchma, starring in Theatre West’s current production, “Dial M for Murder,” it was […]
Lane County hires former Lincoln County DA as its legal counsel
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KLCC News EUGENE — Lane County Commissioners have voted to hire a former Lincoln County District Attorney as their legal counsel. As chief legal officer, Rob Bovett will lead the […]
Coastal wood carvers stage their annual show and workshops this weekend
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By Oregon Coast TODAY This weekend will see woodcarvings of all kinds on display as the Coastal Carvers present their 31st annual Artistry in Wood show at Chinook Winds […]
Leader of Lincoln County firefighters battling blazes in Los Angeles says it’s a “duty and an honor” to help
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This story was updated Wednesday to include comments from COCF&R Capt. John Townley By GARRET JAROS/YachatsNews Despite rigorous 24-hour shifts and sleeping on cots, spirits are high among Lincoln County […]
5 Questions and a Secret: Waldport museum volunteer and bluegrass radio host Chip Russell
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By KATHLEEN O’CONNOR/YachatsNews Chip Russell believes he and his partner, Nicole Frederickson, purchased the last home in Waldport that sold for less than $200,000 when they retired in 2017. […]
Closure of Macy’s store in Salem will mean layoffs for its 56 employees
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The SALEM REPORTER SALEM — Macy’s will lay off 56 Salem employees in March due to the permanent closure of its downtown store. In a Jan. 9 notification sent to the state […]