Lincoln County jobless rate rises to 4.8 percent in October

November 23, 2024

Led by the seasonal loss in tourist-related jobs, Lincoln County’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate inched up to 4.8 percent in October, nearly a full percentage point higher than the statewide average The statewide unemployment rate was 4 percent in October; the national rate was 4.1 percent. A year earlier, the county’s unemployment rate was 4.3 percent. Seasonally adjusted nonfarm payroll

Oregon commercial Dungeness season delayed until at least Dec. 16

November 20, 2024

The Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife announced Wednesday that the state’s commercial Dungeness crab season will be delayed until at least Dec. 16 because of test results for meat volume and domoic acid. Targeted to potentially open Dec. 1, Oregon’s ocean commercial Dungeness season can be delayed if tests do not meet standards for percentage of crab meat and

Body found Monday near Amanda Trail identified as Springfield man

November 20, 2024

YACHATS – The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office said Wednesday that a man found dead Monday afternoon on a gated access road to the Amanda Trail and Grotto just south of Yachats died of self-inflicted wounds. The sheriff’s office said the man was identified as Frank Marunich, 43, of Springfield. Marunich’s body was found about 1:30 p.m. by an Oregon State

Waldport council OKs vacating short section of street for new campground

November 19, 2024

WALDPORT – The Waldport city council has approved vacating a portion of Northwest John Way for a Corvallis-based developer who wants to build a “glamping” campground and mini putting golf course. Amy Jamros of Livesay Development Group petitioned the council during a public hearing Nov. 14. The decision allows Livesay to close a short section of the street which divides

14 Waldport artists stage their first show and sale Saturday

November 19, 2024

WALDPORT — Just in time for holiday gifting, a collection of artists will offer their specialized wares from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, at the Waldport Community Center. Fourteen artists, all from Waldport, will offer unique items ranging from fiber arts to paintings, ceramics to jewelry, and more. “These are artists who don’t showcase their art at

Commissioners fix ordinance allowing deputies to cite long-term roadside campers

November 14, 2024

Lincoln County commissioners have fixed a hole in county ordinances to give law and code enforcement officials a way to help clear campers off county or any other public roads. Until last week, sheriff’s deputies or county code enforcement officers could not cite people for camping on county roads or their right-of-ways. Commissioners voted unanimously Nov. 6 to allow campers

CoastBusters raises nearly $55,000 with its Newport, Florence walks

November 14, 2024

CoastBusters, a charitable organization dedicated to supporting breast cancer patients in Lincoln and Lane counties, raised nearly $55,000 during its annual CoastBusters Walks in Sept. 28 in Newport and Oct. 5 in Florence. “Hundreds of pink-clad participants turned out to walk in solidarity, raising essential funds to provide financial relief for local breast cancer patients,” the organization said in a

Yachats fire board seeks new member to replace Tucker

November 12, 2024

YACHATS – The Yachats Rural Fire District is seeking applications for a soon-to-be vacant seat on its five-member board. Donald Tucker submitted his resignation for health reasons in October but said he would stay on if needed to break a possible tie vote in selecting his replacement. Tucker was first elected in 2019 and would be up for re-election next

Samaritan hospice organization discusses end-of-life care

November 12, 2024

Samaritan Evergreen Hospice is inviting people with an interest in end-of-life care to attend a film screening and discussion from 10-11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 19 at the Samaritan Center for Health Education in Newport. Recognizing that caring for someone as they approach the end of their life is not the same as caring for someone who is going to get

Veterans “Stand Down” event is Thursday in Newport

November 10, 2024

Lincoln County Veteran Services Office is holding a “Stand Down” event Thursday, Nov. 14 at the Oregon National Guard Armory in Newport to help connect veterans with services. The event is an annual resource fair dedicated to providing former members of the military with important services and resources. The nationwide events are modeled after the Stand Down concept used during