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By GRETCHEN AMMERMAN/Oregon Coast TODAY It began quietly, with a private property purchase of 77 mostly wooded acres on a peninsula across from Newport on Yaquina Bay. Over time, more property was added, currently standing at 340 acres, and the resulting area was named the Yakona Nature Preserve. The name honors the Yaqo’n, who thrived in the area for

Enjoy a serenade from local pianist Milo Graamans with a special live concert event at the Newport Performing Arts Center on Saturday, Feb. 4. “Milo Graamans: Affirmations of Hope” will feature songs from the cherished local musician’s 2022 singer-songwriter album, “A Reason to Change,” his 2020 piano solo album, “Solace” and other selections. Graamans will be joined on stage by