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August 10, 2021 Serving Lincoln City Since 1927 $1.50 City’s draft evac Nuu-kwii-daa-naa-ye NLFR District plan released for public comment #1 to host By Amber Deyo open house [email protected] By Amber Deyo After many people were required to [email protected] evacuate last year, the City of Lincoln City now has a draft of an evacuation plan for Prior to the almost $4 million dollar re- the city council to review and possibly model that began in March of 2019, no part adopt. But before it goes to the council, Ken of the Bob Everest Station 14 had a sprin- Murphy, Emergency Preparedness Coordi- kler system. Rob Dahlman, Fire Chief for nator, is putting it out for residents to review North Lincoln Fire & Rescue District #1, is and comment. a proponent of residents having sprinkler “Obviously after the fires last year, there systems in their homes if at all possible, was a need for it,” Murphy said. “But there’s but there wasn’t even a system at the fire plenty of other things to cause people to house. Now, they not only have a sprinkler have to evacuate.” system, but also a security system, a gen- The plan covers fires, tsunamis, chlorine erator, solar panels, an elevator, an energy leaks, and bridge collapses as they are some efficient furnace system with air scrubbers of the more likely emergency scenarios in and so much more. the area. Available on the home page of the In addition to an almost $1 million seis- city website, the 30-day window for public mic rehabilitation grant from the state, the comment ends on August 31. An important cost for the remodel was primarily paid for aspect of getting feedback is that residents with a bond from 2018. There were three will be more likely to read it. He has already buildings including the original station received emails and calls and appreciates all that was built in 1964, another section that of the feedback. was built in 1975 and another built in 1991 “I want them to be familiar with it and that were all combined to make one large look at all the pieces and parts,” Murphy building. said. They have training rooms, individual Murphy said two of the most important bunk rooms and living quarters for three parts in the plan include the maps of town firefighters on each shift, and a little room and the routes available around bridge to grow. They are now able to store their failures and the information about radio gear in one room and have a much-needed stations and Lincoln Alerts. decontamination room. As firefighters “You have to have multiple sources to have a greater risk of cancer than the gen- know what’s going on,” he said. “We’re a eral population, having machines that will very busy society and using these little tools wash out carcinogens helps protect them. will hopefully give you an edge to make you Another safety measure was to add ready.” hose attachments that attach to the ex- While he’s signed up for FEMA alerts, haust pipe of the trucks in the bays and tsunami alerts and alerts from the National directs it outside, so that when the trucks Weather Service, he encourages everyone are running, they aren’t exposing everyone to at least sign up for Lincoln alerts, which in the garage to carcinogens. residents can do at www.co.lincoln.or.us/ Because the station is a public building, alerts. they were required to make sure everything Online“Today’s preparations will determine shopping complies with Americans with Disabilities the outcome in an emergency situation,” Act (ADA) regulations, including the eleva- Murphy said. “It’s never too late to start tor. preparing yourself and your family for The size of the project required them to emergencies.” improve the sidewalks. Dahlam said the re- Photo by Amber Deyo He said one thing to keep in mind is that quirements from the Oregon Department disasters don’t discriminate. Last year, he In 2018, this tree, located in Regatta Park, was named “Nuu-kwii-daa-naa-ye”, of Transportation and City of Lincoln City had to evacuate his family, so he wasn’t able which is “Our Ancestor” in Siletz Dee-ni language—to honor its importance to added another $750,000 to the price tag. to provide support for others. People need communities past and present. On August 19, 2021, it will be dedicated as an One aspect of the project that has been Nowto know what they should available! do if they have to a money saver is a reduction in operational evacuate, and they also need to know what Oregon Heritage Tree. The ceremony is open to the public and will take place at See DRAFT plan, Page 2 2 p.m. See article on page 9 for details. See fire house, Page 3 Shop online with Mckay’s market Upward COVID curve is getting pretty steep Cheri Brubaker from May to July and cases more across Oregon rose to COVID-19 can infect eight, and each of those added. “The person doesn’t have to-goGuest Contributor poweredthan doubled fromby the first rosie. two rose to 422, 133 of those in inten- can infect eight more. to be symptomatic to be able to weeks of July to the last two weeks, sive care unit beds. “It can go pretty fast,” Pourtal pass that virus along to others.” In her update to the Lincoln Pourtal told Board Chair Hunt and “The upward curve is getting said. The severity of the disease County Board of Commission- Commissioner Claire Hall. Com- pretty steep,” Pourtal said. “We knew the vaccine was seems to increase also. ers at its regular meeting August missioner Kaety Jacobson was With the Delta variant three really, really good at protecting us Pourtal cited data from two Find us 2,online Interim Public Health Direc- @ excused.mckaysmarket.com times more transmissible than against severe disease, hospital- studies, one out of the United tor Florence Pourtal indicated Following the meeting, 17 new seen in the past, Pourtal compared ization and death, but some virus Kingdom, one out of Israel. Both COVID-19 cases are trending up at cases were reported in the county its ease of transmission to the can get through some people. 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2 TheNewsGuard.com August 10, 2021 2021 Siletz Bay Music Festival to hold two orchestral concerts at B’Nai Brith Camp in Otis The B’nai Brith Camp located on the shores of Devil’s Lake Cellist Nancy Ives who will perform the world premiere of in Otis, Oregon has been selected as the venue for the final two N’Chewana (Columbia River in Sahaptin). A tribute to the concerts of the 2021 Siletz Bay Music Festival (SBMF). The events dynamic team of Lerner and Loewe who composed some of will take place in the spacious dining room at the camp on Saturday, the world’s most popular and enduring musical works will in- September 11 at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, September 12 at 4 p.m. clude tunes from Brigadoon, My Fair Lady, Camelot as well as The venue which was used as a drop off point for meal distri- jazz classics like Almost like Being In Love and On the Street bution for families displaced by the fire in Otis last summer, was Where you Live. Other unforgettable tunes from Steven discovered by members of the SBMF board who helped in the effort. Sondheim, Harold Arlen, Paul Simon, Alan Bergman should This year, while looking for venues to perform the nine days of per- make for a memorable afternoon of music on the beautiful formances they recalled how ideal the setting would be for the two Central Oregon Coast. final orchestral concerts. When the idea was presented to the Camp To see the complete schedule and purchase tickets go directors, they jumped at the chance to be involved and to add the to www.siletzbaymusic.org Otis location to the season line-up. “BB Camp is delighted to wel- About the Siletz Bay Music Festival come the Siletz Bay Music Festival to our beautiful lakeside campus. Since its inception, the mission of Siletz Bay Music We have found such joy in gathering children back together in our Festival has been to bring multi-genre world class music summer Camp programs since reopening after being shuttered due to performed by outstanding musicians to the Central Oregon the Governor’s mandate, says CEO Michelle Koplan. “BB Camp is Coast; to reach across race, culture, age, social and economic thrilled to provide a stunning and new venue that will bring our com- barriers, to uplift and educate all people seeking extraordi- munity back together in person with that same spirit of joy. We look nary musical experiences. Under the guidance of Artistic Di- forward to hosting the community as we relish in the amazing music rector, Yaacov Bergman, the festival offers exciting program- produced by the Siletz Bay Music Festival.” ming with a mix of classical favorites, jazz, cabaret, orchestral Saturday’s concert, entitled “Sights and Sounds” will include a and family-friendly events. special tribute to the communities devastated by the Echo Mountain Siletz Bay Music Festival is made possible in part by Complex fire, the Holiday Farm fire and the Beachie Creek, River- grants from the Confederated Tribes of the Siletz, Explore side and Alameda fires. Samuel Barber’s poignant Adagio for Strings Lincoln City, the James F. and Marion L. Miller Founda- will be accompanied by projected images taken by Oregon photog- tion, Lincoln, Lincoln County Cultural Coalition, Oregon rapher Bruce MacGregor. It’s a fitting tribute not only to SBMF for Coast Council for the Arts, Pacific Power Foundation and keeping the Festival alive but also an opportunity to commemorate Clarinetist Ken Peplowski The Round House Foundation. Sponsors include Ambi- those who bravely overcame the devastating fires of last summer. ence Construction, Charlotte Lehto Insurance Agency, Inc., Chinook Winds Casino Resort, Classic Pianos, Curtis Restau- The facility with its spacious grounds and on-site food service listening to great music.” will allow patrons to enjoy a picnic prior to Sunday’s concert a la Following lunch, the program featuring the Siletz Bay rant Equipment, Edward Jones – Wendy C. Wilson, Financial Hollywood Bowl LA style. Music Director Yaakov Bergman loved Music Festival full orchestra showcases classic American Advisor, Lincoln City Cultural Center, Lincoln City Family the idea of enjoying the outdoor beauty of a summer day on Devil’s favorites from the worlds of Jazz and Broadway. Under the Dental, Lincoln City Gifts, Lincoln City Outlets and Lincoln Lake. “Nature was always a source of inspiration for me...a magical direction of Maestro Bergman, featured artists will include City Real Estate. Media sponsors are Oregon Coast Today and and deeply spiritual environment. The beautiful grounds and serene Soprano Samantha Grambow, Singer/actor Ron Spivak, Jazz the NewsGuard. Siletz Bay Music Festival, a 501c3 non-profit lake of the B’Nai Brith Camp are nestled in the bucolic setting of Vocalist Karla Harris, Clarinetist Ken Peplowski, Gary Hobbs Oregon corporation, is presented by an all-volunteer Board nature’s best gifts and offer the ideal inspiration for performing and on drums, Dave Captein on bass, Pianist Randy Porter, and of Directors. Countywide burn ban Draft plan From page 1 effective August 13 The Lincoln County Fire Defense support from our partners at ODF, BLM, Board has announced the enactment of USFS, and OSFM endorse this decision in a complete burn ban. This includes out- Lincoln County based on predictive fuel door debris burning and recreational fires modeling, current fire conditions through- throughout Lincoln County. out the state, and significant fire history Oregon is entering its second consecu- in the area. With the Echo Mountain tive dry summer and is bracing for what Complex Fires not at all forgotten, let this has already proved to be another devastat- proactive measure serve as a reminder ing wildfire season. While some wildfires that we take last year’s events seriously. are a natural part of Oregon’s landscape, With limited resources on hand and no the fire season in Oregon and across the long-term relief in sight, now is the time West is starting earlier and ending later to implement these planned restrictions, each year. Sadly, we are no exception in which also come earlier each year. Lincoln County. Warmer spring and summer tempera- Oregon State Parks Update tures, reduced rainfall, and earlier record high temperatures create longer and more Fires are prohibited on beaches and in intense dry seasons that increase moisture coastal day-use areas in Lincoln County stress on vegetation and make our land- south to Oregon’s border with California. scape more susceptible to severe wildfire. The ban includes wood, charcoal bri- As the seasonal grasses and fuels have quettes, candles, tiki torches and other de- Appendix 13 of the plan shows two maps showing bridge bypass routes. already cured in the East, the coastal com- vices that emit flames or embers. Propane munities of the West are rapidly catching stoves and other cooking devices that they should do if they aren’t being asked to ever going to happen here, it could. He said up. Fuel moistures are at an all-time low. have a shutoff valve are allowed. Camp- evacuate and others are, he said. there are many good sources online and The current drought conditions in fires are allowed in Oregon State Parks “The good news and the bad news are recommends www.Ready.gov that has lots of Lincoln County coupled with reduced campgrounds. Conditions could change the same: Lincoln City has never had a seri- great information. Murphy can be reached measurable precipitation in the region quickly; check for updates on the Oregon ous disaster,” he said. by phone at 541-996-1229 or by email at have forced this decision. Local and ad- State Parks Open Flame Restrictions web Murphy said even if you don’t think it’s [email protected]. joining county fire service leadership with page. Lincoln City seeks applicants for several volunteer opportunities

The City of Lincoln City and/or Urban Growth en-member citizen advisory opment standards that sion occasionally partici- commissioners. To aid the is accepting applications for Boundary residents body appointed by the City implement the plan (such as pates in joint work sessions planning commissioners the listed volunteer board The purpose of the Council. Planning Commis- the zoning and subdivision on special topics with the in their deliberations, city and committee positions. Public Arts Committee is sioners are registered voters ordinances). City Council. staff prepares a report of Applications are avail- to improve the quality of and generally live inside The Commission also The city provides all background information, able on the City website, life in the city by allowing the city limits; however, up makes decisions on land Planning Commissioners analysis, and recommenda- www.lincolncity.org, under residents and visitors to to two members may live use matters such as sub- with a laptop computer tions for each matter the the “Boards and Commit- view and interact with art in outside the city limits but divisions, conditional use to use during their term. Commission considers, and tees” menu. public places. inside the urban growth permits, planned unit devel- Planning staff and the city sends it to the commission- You can also request The Lincoln City Plan- boundary. opments, and variances. attorney provide initial ers several days in advance more information by con- ning Commission (meets No more than two mem- The Planning Commis- and on-going training to of the meeting. tacting the City Recorder at the first and third Tuesday, bers may have the same cityrecorder@lincolncity. 6:00 p.m. at the Lincoln occupation. Commissioners org. Square Complex has (2) four serve for four-year terms. The Budget Committee year term volunteer posi- Generally, the Planning (meets the spring of each tion available for (1) City Commission is respon- year, at the Lincoln Square Residents and (1) UGB/City sible for assisting the City Complex) has (1) three year Resident. Council in developing andMc EachernMcEa Aucherndiology Audiology position available for a City The Lincoln City Plan- revising the city’s compre- Resident. ning Commission is a sev- hensive plan and devel- The Budget Commit- & Hearing& He Aidaring Center Aid Center tee is a seven-member committee, which makes recommendations to the Le’Anne McEachern City Council on the City’s Doctor of Audiology budget. The Driftwood Public • Professional Hearing Exams Library Board (meets the 1st • Sound Booth Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. in the Library’s Fischer Room) • Hearing Aid Sales & Services has (1) three year position available for a High School • Complete Hearing Aid Repair Lab Student residing in LCSD- • NoCost/No Obligation demo North hearing aid fittings The Library Board pro- vides and makes accessible to all residents of the City, library and information services suitable to persons of all ages. Weekdays 9-5 • 541-272-5015 The Public Arts Com- mittee (meets the third Sea Towne Shopping Center Wednesday of the month in the Lincoln City Culinary 1622 N. Coast Highway, Newport Center at 4:15 p.m.) has (1) three year term position H63964 www.hearingnewport.com available for City residents

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Fire house From page 1 costs due to the LED lighting, the high ef- respect from the community before they ficiency furnace, a gas stove in the kitchen, even know their name. They currently have and solar panels. 32 volunteers in the district. “We have more people here but because “We really are careful about who we of the efficiency, the cost is less,” Dahlam select,” he said. “We have certain standards said. we hold people to … paid and volunteer.” They’ve been back in the building for more than a year, but due to COVID-19, Current demands and funding they weren’t able to invite the public there to see all of the improvements. They are Between fire calls, water rescues, pubic having an open house from 11 a.m. to 3 assists, car crashes, illegal burns and more, p.m. on August 14 where folks can see the they average 10 calls each day. At this sta- changes and fire trucks and their Humvees tion, they have three firefighters staffed at which are set up for water rescues. a time and they work 48 hours on, 96 hours NW Natural will be serving burgers and off. they’ll have information tables from the “We’re the busiest fire district in the CERT Team, County Emergency Manage- county,” Dalhman said. ment, a Wildfire Education table and a table The firefighters at Bob Everest Station 14 for recruiting prospective volunteers. cover 40 percent of all of the calls in the dis- trict. Dalhman said Lincoln City is anything Volunteer firefighters but a sleepy little town and that the calls are definitely not just related to tourists. Dahlman himself started as a volunteer Fire district operations are funded by firefighter in 1990. a levy on property taxes. The current rate “Most of our employees were once vol- is 84 cents per $1,000 of assessed property unteers,” he said. “But the average volunteer value. This funding is set to expire on June lasts two to five years, so we’re always look- 30, 2022. ing for people to fill those holes.” In May of this year, the voters were asked Volunteers are subject to a background to increase the amount to $1.22 per $1,000 check, a physical, drug testing, and state and it was voted down by 20 votes. The training to be certified. If they want to increase, set for five years, would allow the also become an EMT, it takes two terms district to hire seven more firefighters and of school for that training. While the fire in effect drastically improve response time, district will cover tuition costs of that, and Dalhman said. volunteers get some limited benefits, they They will again put it before voters aren’t employees and don’t get paid. Still, he in November. Dalhman said the amount said no one does it for the money. would not change as they did their projec- “It’s the greatest job in the world, it re- tions for cost five years out and that is the ally is,” he said. “Not many people get to do amount they will need for general opera- what we experience.” tions. Regardless, some form of levy must He said all firefighters are held to the pass by June 30, 2022 in order to avoid highest standards because they have instant layoffs, Dalhman said.

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(Left) With the renovations, the fire station got a much-needed decontamination room. As firefighters have a greater risk of cancer than the general population, having machines that will wash out carcinogens helps protect them. (Above) Another safety measure was to add hose attachments that attach to the exhaust pipe of the trucks in the bays and directs it outside, so that when the trucks are running, they aren’t exposing everyone in the garage to carcinogens.

Endless summ adventes e COVID curve From page 1 maintained their efficacy the difficulty and frustra- “Get a vaccination. Wear against severe diseases, tion of going backwards a mask. Wash your hands which is very good news, after doing everything right, and keep social distance,” BACK IN Pourtal said. When the mask following all the guidelines. summarized Hunt. “The was kept on while being And, though we’ve been more we do to limit the vaccinated, the rate of infec- dealing with the virus for spread of the virus the better tion was reduced. over a year, it is a novel virus things will be as we con- Which is why, she — very good at adapting. tinue to deal with it, and the BUSINESS. continued, the Center for It could possibly mutate sooner we’ll get to a situation Disease Control and Preven- again, in a worst case sce- where the pandemic is no tion and the Oregon Health nario becoming resistant to longer a factor in our lives.” Authority came back with the vaccines we have. In line with the state- new guidance recommend- “Now is the opportunity instituted mask mandates ing universal masking in to get as many people as in public spaces, the board indoor public settings. possible vaccinated. If you took action passing an ordi- We know vaccinated can’t get vaccinated, please nance require masks in all people can transmit, and if wear a mask,” Pourtal said. county indoor public spaces we’re not wearing a mask, “I would say better to effective August 4 until fur- the virus spreads more eas- prevent than to be sorry. We ther notice. ily, Pourtal said. have tools available to us we Hunt indicated the Pourtal stated unequivo- didn’t have a year ago. We board would continue to cally, “Getting the vaccine is have three vaccines. There meet virtually Mondays at the best prevention method are places in the world that 3 p.m. until a date to be de- against severe illness due to don’t have access to vac- termined in the future, not COVID, hospitalization and cines. We know that wearing moving to in-person meet- death.” masks is a very protective ings on Wednesday, August Pourtal acknowledged measure,” she added. 18 as previously indicated. Gerber TIRE We couldn’t be more excited to welcome ALIGNMENT - BRAKES - SHOCKS - 994-2202 you back to our slice of the coast. But please do your part and be kind to our HELP WANTED! community when you return. ExploreLincolnCity.com TIRE TECH LUBE TECH MECHANIC Mon. – Fri. 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM • Sat. 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM 1605 SW Hwy 101 • (541) 994-2202 A4

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NOW IS THE • SURE ELECTION Notice is the City if the bidder fails to en- Must have• Operate excellent mobile attendance equipment. hereby given that on Tuesday, ter into a contract with the City • High school• Ability or toGED make equivalent. decisions quickly utilizing hand eye hand November 2, 2021, a measure of Lincoln City within fifteen (15) TIME TO BUY • Work at foot a fast coordination. pace and be detail oriented. election will be held in Lincoln days after the date of the Notice !• Pre-employment• Cross training drug in-screen other positions.& background check required. County, Oregon. The following of Award. The successful bidder Ocean View • Candidates must be able to lift 50+ pounds. shall be the ballot title of the will be required to furnish a bond Large home close to ocean Qualifications: measure to be submitted to the equal to one hundred percent of trail & private access, Large• Always requires personal protective equipment be worn. • Must be safety conscious, have a positive attitude and work voters of Lincoln County: the amount bid for faithful per- yard, New floors installed on CAPTION Altering short term formance of the Contract. BID main level, Partial new roof & well in a team environment. rental dwelling licensing in un- DOCUMENTS - Bidders are not Double garage. • Must have excellent attendance incorporated Lincoln County to contact the City or Project En- MLS#21-1360 $669,900Candidate who meet• High these school qualifications or GED equivalent. will be considered further. You can apply in person at the QUESTION Shall Lincoln gineer to obtain Bid Documents. Mill at 202 S. Seventh• Work Street at ain fast Garibaldi pace and or submitbe detail your oriented. resume and cover letter by mail to County prohibit new, and phase Bid documents shall be obtained Northwest Hardwoods,• Pre-employment c/o Roby Lane, drug-screen PO 217, Garibaldi, & background OR 97118 check. required. out existing STR licenses in from ARC, Pacific Northwest Highland Estate Lot • Candidates must be able to lift 50+ pounds. certain residential zones, and Region, Oregon Division (ARC/ Seven acres in beautiful This is a good fit for• applicantsAlways requires with gapspersonal in their protective resume, equipment or who have be beenworn. out of the workforce adopt new STR restrictions? Oregon) for the cost of repro- Highland Estates, Forested SUMMARY This Measure would duction and delivery, if needed. area five minutes from Lincoln for the past 6 months or more. If you are someone just entering the workforce or returning to the amend Chapter 4 of the Lincoln All contact shall be made with City, Nice lot for a stick built workforce with limitedCandidate experience who meet and theseeducation qualifications this job may will bebe considereda good fit forfurther. you. County Code regarding short ARC/Oregon Bid Services de- home or Manufactured home. You can apply in person at the Mill at 202 S. Seventh Street in Garib- term rentals of dwelling units partment at: 503-227-3424 or via MLS#21-119 $175,000 Northwest Hardwoodsaldi orprovides submit youra competitive resume and compensation cover letter by program mail to Northwest with a profit -sharing plan. (STRs). It would apply only in Email at pdx.planmwell@e-arc. Our comprehensiveHardwoods, benefit package c/o Roby includes Lane, POmedical, 217, Garibaldi, dental, prescriptionOR 97118. and vision care the unincorporated areas of Lin- com. Bid Documents are avail- coverage. Pre-tax Health Savings Account and 401(K) Retirement Plan with company match. coln County. New STR licenses able online via its Plan Well ser- Bayshore Home This is a good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have Large home at Bayshore would not be issued in residen- vice. Go to www.e-arc.com/or/ been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more. If you are tialneighborhoods zoned R-1-A, portland, select Public Projects Beach Club, Fully furnished, someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce R-1 and R-2. STRs in those and then the project name from Two gourmet kitchens w/pro zones would become “non-con- the list. Bid Documents may be appliances, Two lots, Terrific with limited experience and education this job may be a good fit for forming uses” of real property, viewed and purchased online. community. you. MLS#21-1009 $749,000 would be limited to owners of The official Planholder’s list will record at the time the use be- be kept on Plan well and any ad- Northwest Hardwoods provides a competitive compensation came non-conforming, would not denda will issued through Plan program with a profit-sharing plan. Our comprehensive benefit pack- be transferable to new owners Well. Additionally, bid documents age includes medical, dental, prescription and vision care coverage. and would be phased out within may be picked up at: ARC/Ore- Pre-tax Health Savings Account and 401(K) Retirement Plan with com- 5 years, with some hardship ex- gon1431 NW 17th Ave. Portland, pany match. Company paid life insurance and short-term disability, emptions available. A process is OR 97209PRE-BID MEETING provided wherein R-1-A, R-1 and - There will not be a pre-bid 3891 NW Hwy 101 541-994-9111 paid vacation, paid holidays, and Employee Assistance Program. R-2 subdivisions may be down- meeting or site visit conducted Lincoln City 800-462-0197 Northwest Hardwoods, Inc is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action zoned to allow for STRs. Per- by the City. Bidders are required Website: www.realestatelincolncity.com sons would be limited to having to conduct a field review of the employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment only one ownership interest in a project area on their own to ac- INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or pro- STR within the R-1-A, R-1 and quaint themselves with pertinent All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and is subject to change. tected veteran status. H63686 It’s going to be GIANT this year! Tillamook Anglers Annual Garage Sale Saturday August 21, 9 A.M. No early sales. We do not price items as everything is by donation with all dollars going to support the Whiskey Creek Volunteer Salmon Hatchery, other fish projects and the Food Bank. FISHING, HUNTING, CAMPING, TOOLS AND MISC HOUSEHOLD GOODS. Rods, reels, tents, float tubes, life jackets, lead, sinker molds…You name it, we have it, and lots of it! If you have never been to one of our sales, YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS! 7510 Trask River Road, Tillamook H63974 (1/2 mi south of HWY 6) WORKING TOGETHER TO ENHANCE FISH AND FISHING ON THE NORTH OREGON COAST H63841 A5

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police blotter Friday, July 30 stolen mail recovered from Rd. Wallet and keys found Monday, August 2 a theft that occurred on Thursday August 5 consent search. Report in Lincoln Beach- turned 08/01/2021. Has surveil- 12:53 a.m. DUII SW Ebb taken. into PD picked up by LCSO. 12:26 a.m. Found Prop- lance of vehicle and suspect. 9:01 a.m. Car call out. St/Hwy 101. Driver cited Report taken. erty 5001 SW Hwy 101, Snug Report taken. 3456 NE West Devils Lake Rd 6:35 a.m. Trespass 4041 and released for DUII, un- Harbor. Caller is reporting #1. Caller reported father’s NW Logan Rd Rite Aid. 1:49 p.m. Theft 41A NW signaled lane change, failure she found a wallet. Wallet 7:33 p.m. Theft Chinook vehicle was broken into Caller reporting male who 40 PL/NW Jetty, Casino to yield to an emergency seized, report taken. Winds Casino 1777 NW 44 St. while parked at location. was trespassed on 7/302021 Family on behalf of Spanish vehicle. Report taken. Security reported the theft of Miscellaneous tools and was sleeping on the proper- speaking couple reported ve- 8:40 a.m. EDP 2701 NW a purse. Report taken. property reported stolen. ty, refusing to leave. Subject hicle was broken into while Hwy 101. Elderly patient 1:09 a.m. AOA LCJ 251 Report taken. W Olive St Newport DRE was cited and released for parked at location. Female’s transported to SNLH on 10:48 p.m. AOA Lincoln Trespass II. Report taken. purse was stolen, and CC police officer hold. callout. Plaza Shell 4031 NW Hwy 9:33 a.m. Disturbance used at Walgreen’s. Report 101. Officer located vehicle 8:56 a.m. Crash 560 SE 4319 SW Hwy 101 # D. Caller 3:13 a.m. Assault 1446 9:39 a.m. Found Prop- taken. with stolen plates, listed sto- Hwy 101. Report of a two ve- reported male subject inside NW 17 St. Victim reported erty 5399 NE Port Ln. Caller len from Salem PD. Driver 3:02 p.m. Found Prop- hicle non-injury, non-block- residence-active disturbance that she was assaulted by at Police Dept to surrender charged with PCS Meth and erty 1503 SE Devils Lake ing crash. Report taken. ongoing. Report taken. her friend’s nephew. Officer ammo for destruction. Re- possession of stolen plates, Rd. Wallet was left at LCPD responded, took report. port taken. passenger charged with PCS front door by an unknown 3:10 p.m. Found Proper- 1:21 p.m. Domestic 4806 Meth. 4:06 a.m. AOA 565 NW 10:21 a.m. AOA 1030 SE person. Unknown where ty 95 SW Hwy 101. A phone NE Voyage Ave #C4. Report Hwy 101. Subject cited and Oar AV-Bi-Mart. Weapons wallet was found. Wallet was found on the beach at of domestic disturbance at 11:20 p.m. Fight, DUII released on LCJ warrant denial for OSP. Report taken. was seized for safekeeping. D River Wayside. Turned listed location. Male sub- 213 SE Neptune Ave. Caller charging probation violation Report taken. phone in at LCPD for safe- ject taken into custody for reported three intoxicated on menacing and interfering 10:36 a.m. Theft 1631 NW keeping. Follow up: Owner violating a protection order. males fighting in her with making a report. Hwy 101, Maxwell’s. Caller 3:12 p.m. Found Prop- came to LCPD to retrieve Transported to LCJ. reporting theft of cell phone erty 95 SW Hwy 101. Caller phone. driveway and are leaving in 11:51 a.m. Theft SW from location. Silver i-phone came to PD to turn in found a vehicle. Driver charged 2:12 p.m. Abandoned Coast Ave/SW Bard Loop. with green case, hairless key. Officer located owner 3:15 p.m. Crash 4101 NW with DUII and cited for DWS Vehicle 200 Block NE 1 St. Caller reported mail sto- cat on lock-screen. Report at the beach and returned Logan RD. Possible crash/ violation and driving unin- Lincoln City Towing Con- len from 8 addresses in taken. her key. Report taken. disturbance, report taken. sured. Vehicle impounded firmed tow. Report taken. listed area. Mail was found by Car Care Towing. Fight 11:21 a.m. Stolen vehicle dumped at SW 35th St. 7:01 p.m. Disturbance 3:47 p.m. Crash 1501 NW still under investigation. Graffiti 5400 SW Hwy 101 1920 SE Lee Ave # C20. Call- beach access. Report taken. 1635 NW Harbor Ave #72. 40 PL. Caller called to report Report of at least 2 er reported his ex-wife stole Multiple callers reported a vehicle struck hers in the subjects tagging poles in his vehicle two weeks ago Wednesday, Aug. 4 1:54 p.m. Found Property sounds of a disturbance parking lot at Casino Resort. construction area. Unable and has it in Townsend, MI. SW 51 St. Wallet found in from listed room and then Other driver cited for no 12:09 a.m. AOA Hwy 101/ to locate vehicle. Report Vehicle entered into LEDS/ area during beach clean-up. two naked male subjects ODL, report taken. Hwy 229. Officer assisted taken. NCIC. Report taken. Report taken. were rolling down a cliff. with vehicle pursuit with LCPD, NLF, and PWA 1:02 p.m. AOA 1503 SE 7:09 p.m. NCO VIO 2420 LCSO and Toledo. 6:10 p.m. Suspicious Ac- 3:56 p.m. AOA 4422 NE responded, both subjects NE 29 St. Caller reported tivity 4157 N Hwy 101. Caller West Devils Lake BV. Parole Devils Lake Rd. Informa- appeared to be having a bad tional report taken regarding subject was at location 11:24 a.m. Crash 4060 N reported male and female and Probation requested reaction to drugs. Subjects when she showed up today, Hwy 101. Report of two car sitting in sedan at Grocery officer respond for subject possible conditional release transported to SNLH. Re- agreement violations. and that she is protected crash, blocking, non-injury. Outlet parking lot talking at location. Cite and release port taken. from subject via no contact Report taken. about being investigated in warrant confirmed out of 1:03 p.m. AOA 800 SE 8:47 p.m. Stolen Property release agreement. Nothing a report of a stolen vehicle. Polk County for failure to Hwy 101-LC Sporting Goods. in the NCO prevents subject 2:32 p.m. Found Property At the same time, Sherwood appear on traffic offense. 4101 Logan Rd Safeway. Weapons denial for OSP. Officer located stolen plate from being at the location, 5020 NW Lee. Caller reports PD called in requesting an Subject cited and released Report taken. and she agreed to leave. A he left a firearm at rental, attempt to locate for a stolen from location. Report taken. on listed vehicle. Car care responded for impound second individual was also requesting LCP retrieve and Honda Crosstour that had 4:08 p.m. Criminal at the location, and the caller 10:17 p.m. Theft 1777 44 tow. Driver was arrested hold. Firearm taken for safe- been tracked to Beaver State mischief 1800 SE Hwy 101. was also protected from St. Chinook Winds Casino. and transported to LCPD. keeping, report taken. Apts. Vehicle recovered Caller reported her vehicle them via an unrelated NCO. Caller reported his jacket Charged with identity theft, at apartments and towed door handle had been tam- Second individual taken into was stolen at the buffet. providing false info to a 8:09 p.m. 1713 NW 21 by Car Care. Investigation pered with while she was in a custody for violation of NCO $300 worth of chips were peace officer, possession of St. Rm 102. Report via caller ongoing. store. Report taken. and transported to LCJ. inside jacket. Report taken. stolen property, and felon that a female was hiding in the bathroom at the loca- 8:24 p.m. Drug Burger 4:10 p.m. Warrant service in possession of a restricted tion, stating that several 101 5045 SW Hwy 101. Caller SE Mast Ave/SE 3 St. Caller weapon. He was also cited Tuesday, August 3 Saturday, July 31 Hispanic males were in hotel reported finding a small bag- reported people have been for a warrant out of Albany 9:00 a.m. Trespass 1736 room not letting her leave. gie of white powder. Officer 1:05 a.m. DUII NE 49 CT/ camping in a bus parked on for contempt of court. NW Lincoln LP. Caller Located female in room responded, item seized. NE Voyage LP. Caller report- the street. Subject taken into 9:56 p.m. Theft 1501 reporting trespassing/ 102, transported to LCPD. ing vehicle had struck the custody on misdemeanor NW 40 Pl, Chinook Winds camping on Lincoln Shores Attempt to locate to Grande 8:50 p.m. Disturbance curb heard a loud pop. Of- Lincoln County misdemean- Casino Hotel. CW Security Estate wetlands. Subjects Ronde PD to stop Prius, lo- 4700 SE Hwy 101- US Food ficers located vehicle parked or warrant charging failure reporting guests of hotel lost trespassed from location cated, stopped and detained Mart. Report of male trying in area. Driver taken into to appear on trespass. custody and transported to their room key, purse with one cited and released for Hispanic male. Transported to fight caller and threaten- LCPD where he was cited 10:09 p.m. Disturbance credit cards had been stolen warrant out of Multnomah to meet with officer on Hwy ing, lots of yelling. Subject and released for DUII. Re- 535 NW Inlet Ave. Employee from room. Attempts have County. 18. Subject interviewed and located, cited and released port taken. reported a possible domes- been made to make pur- 12:04 p.m. Suspicious released. Report forwarded for disorderly conduct II. tic disturbance. Officer chases with cards in Lincoln Activity 1503 SE East devils to D.A.’s office for review. 3:25 a.m. Suspicious responded, took report. City. Report taken. Lake Rd. Caller reports 11:33 p.m. Report 2777 activity NW 15 St beach ac- 10:27 p.m. Crash, DUII receiving a threatening text 10:21 p.m. Extra patrol NW Neptune Ave. Caller re- cess. Suspicious vehicle with 535 NW Inlet Ave. 10:26 p.m. Assault NE message of graphic photos of request 660 SE Hwy 101, ported that she was under a 1 stolen plate. Subject cited 1 St/NE Hwy 101. Caller decapitated bodies demand- Posh Wash. Request extra deck at that location and was and released for possession Sunday, August 1 reported male had been as- ing money. Report taken. patrol for group of males injured. Officer responded, of stolen property and pos- saulted. Victim transported that have been hanging subject transported to NLH session of meth violation. 12:04 p.m. Found Prop- to SNLH by PWA. Investiga- 4:22 p.m. Theft 3478 around about 2:30 a.m. and by Ambulance. Still under Investigation continues for erty 1503 SE East Devils Lake tion ongoing. Report taken. NE Hwy 101. 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Letters Wyden. half years of service. continue down this treach- increase energy contacted one can also be submitted at When asked why he de- Jason Beebe previously erous path with the likes thenewsguard.com. efficiency and of your elected cided to run against long worked at the Facebook of Nancy Pelosi, Chuck Deadlines: time liberal Ron Wyden in Data Center as a contrac- Schumer, and Ron Wyden,” reduce costs? (i.e. officials to share Advertising: Wednes- this election cycle, Beebe tor, Apple Data Center, he said. “We can and must solar panels, LED your opinion on day, 5 p.m. said, “I have never seen a and currently is employed stop them. It starts with Legals, Commu- Senator or public official with HCL Technologies as removing Ron Wyden from lights, heating, an issue? nity news and listings: that did not represent the a North American Regional office.” windows, etc.) Thursday at noon. people of Oregon more Manager. 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The News Guard has several Lincoln County Dems to hold picnic options for submitting obituaries: Spectacular harbor views, good food and a stimulat- good opportunity for Democrats to meet, become more ing mix-and-mingle will be on the agenda as the Lincoln familiar with each other and the issues that are of concern • Basic: Includes the person’s name, age, town of County Democrats hold their annual summer picnic on to Lincoln County voters. residency, and information about any funeral services. Sunday, August 15, 12:30 to 3 p.m. on the outdoor patio of The Pacific Maritime Heritage Center, overlooking Port No cost. the Pacific Maritime Heritage Center, 333 S.E. Bay Boule- Dick Five and Newport’s commercial fishing fleet, houses a • Custom: Choice of length and wording. The cost vard on the Newport Bayfront. major museum featuring maritime-related exhibits and art. is $75 for the first 200 words, $50 for each additional The picnic—the first in-person gathering of Lincoln Picnic guests will have access to the attractions of the 200 words. Includes a small photo at no additional County Democrats since the start of the pandemic-- is open Heritage Center, which recently inaugurated a new pedes- cost. to all Democrats, regardless of their past participation in trian pathway and parking access. Off-street parking for the • Premium Obituary: Often used by families who the organization, who have an interest in becoming more event is free, but guests are encouraged to car-pool. involved in Lincoln County’s public affairs. The Lincoln County Democratic Party promotes the wish to include multiple photos with a longer an- The picnic is a potluck event. Guests are encouraged to interests of the Democratic Party in Oregon and Lincoln nouncement, or who wish to run a thank-you. Cost bring a dish of their choosing. Soft drinks will be provided. County. varies based on the length of the announcement. Admission is free. A raffle will be held offering concert tick- It works for the election of Democratic candidates and All obituary announcements are placed on The ets, vintage wine and other valuable prizes. the furtherance of Democratic principles while providing News Guard’s website at no cost. Although the event will be informal, elected officials links between Democratic voters, the Democratic party and have been invited to attend and the gathering will offer a government. Lincoln City’s largest and most trusted news source. A8

8 TheNewsGuard.com August 10, 2021 Artists’ Studio Association offers classes year round The Artists’ Studio Association (ASA) is a with your mandala design? Learn to make non-members. non-profit community of artists, teachers, your own stones. Beginners welcome. $45 Oceans of Fun! Mixed media using lifelong learners, who enjoy creating and members $50 non-members: polymer clay. Instructor Michele Lindsley. sharing art. They strive to provide afford- Mosiac Trivet by instructor Rosemary Saturday, September 25, 10:30 a.m to 4 able art classes throughout the year. Open Wood-Hemm. Monday, September 6, 10:30 pm. Embellish a small cradle board frame studio time is available for members and a.m. to 4 p.m. Make a beautiful stained- with polymer clay, creating a niche that guests. glass trivet or wall hanging. Your project displays a small scene or treasured orna- Upcoming classes: will be ready for you ready for pick up the ment. We explore mixed media art, create Painting Mandala Stones, by instructor next day. Beginners welcome. $35 members tiles, textures, stamps, paint and doodads. Kathy Cope. Sunday, August 15, 1 to 4 p.m. $40 non-members + $10 material fee Check the website for required materials Come and unwind by making a Mandala Introduction to Resin Art, instructor list. Beginners welcome. $60 members, $65 Stone. Please wear clothing that can get Mike Palmer, Friday and Saturday, Septem- non-members plus $15 material fee. messy. Beginners welcome. $20 members ber 17 and 18, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This 2-day ASA Membership is $30 per year. The $25 non-members class will teach you how to use epoxy resin studio is located at 620 NE Highway 101, DIY Mandala “Stones” by instructor to transform the surface of your art. This Lincoln City and they can be reached at Kathy Cope. Sunday, August 22, 10 am. To technique works well with acrylic pour 541-418-5219. Confirm classes, find details 4 p.m. Are you having trouble finding that paintings and alcohol ink creations. No and material lists and register online at smooth and perfectly shaped stone to paint experience necessary. 60 members $75 for asaart.net.

Craft bazaar at NL Historical museum The North Lincoln resin art, sublimation items, County Historical Museum, name magnets, shell critter located at 4907 SW Hwy 101 magnets, aprons, tote bags, in Lincoln City will be host- snap charm bracelets, a ing a craft bazaar on from lemonade stand, and more! 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Support the museum and August 20, outside the en- local artists by visiting our trance of the museum. 3rd annual craft bazaar. There will be many local They still have several handmade crafts, including tables left to fill – contact wind chimes, bird feeders, the museum if you’re in- jewelry, ragdolls, purses, terested in having a table. potholders, cross stitch, 541-996-6614. Samaritan Lifeline changes name and device affiliation Since 1996, Samaritan Health Services has offered a medical alert service, Samaritan Lifeline, for seniors and other homebound populations in Benton, Lincoln and Linn counties in partnership with Phillips Lifeline. On July 31, Samaritan Lifeline changed its name to Samaritan Medical Alert and transitioned to offering devices and monitor- ing through Medical Guardian, a leading service and equipment provider in the medical alarm industry. “We are excited to partner with Medical Guardian as their customer-focused approach and commitment to long-term excel- lence in products and service aligns with ours,” said Carol Hensley, Samaritan Medical Alert manager. “This new partnership provides access to the latest services and the most advanced systems. Medi- cal Guardian’s network of Underwriters Laboratories-certified emergency call centers gives our customers the peace of mind in knowing help is available whenever it’s needed.” Existing customers will have their current Phillips Lifeline equipment replaced with new Medical Guardian equipment at no cost and can expect stable monthly subscription rates. For more information, call Samaritan Medical Alert toll free at 888-901-2441 or visit samhealth.org/MedicalAlert. CANCELLATION NOTICE Due to the recent outbreak of COVID at music events the Lincoln Pops is cancelling their dance on August 19.

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August 10, 2021 TheNewsGuard.com 9 Lincoln City home to Oregon’s newest Heritage Tree Oregon’s Heritage Tree Program and the tree was annexed as Open Space, which ance; we have weathered many of life’s The Nuu-k’wii’daa’naa~-ye’ Sitka Spruce Lincoln City Parks and Recreation (LCP&R) protects the tree for future generations. storms and have made our roots stronger. is Oregon’s 79th Heritage Tree. is pleased to announce the induction of With public input, the City of Lincoln City The name of Sitka spruce tree “Nuu-k’wii- The Oregon Heritage Tree Program is Lincoln City’s Nuu-k’wii’daa’naa~-ye’ Sitka named the tree in 2018, with respect to the daa-naa~-ye’”, also means community, it administered by the Travel Information Spruce as the newest Oregon Heritage Tree. Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians of symbolizes that we can come together to Council (TIC) to recognize Oregon trees of The event to formally recognize the tree will Oregon. persevere and thrive through time via our significance, to educate the public about be held at Regatta Park in Lincoln City on The tree is beloved by many Lincoln deep roots here,” Tim Stuart said, explain- their value and to promote their appre- Thursday, August 19 at 2 p.m. The public is City residents, including Lincoln City ing the reasons for the tree’s name. ciation as part of our state’s heritage. For invited to attend. Councilor Riley Hoagland who has brought Lincoln City Mayor, Susan Wahlke, be- more information on the Oregon Heritage This giant Sitka spruce resides in the his children, friends, family, and visitors to lieves the Oregon Heritage Tree designation Tree Program, please visit oregontic.com/ heart of the LCP&R trail system at Regatta admire the tree. Councilor Riley asked his will bring awareness to citizens and visitors oregon-heritage-trees/ or call TIC Heritage Park. It is a remnant of an ancient coastal friend Tim Stuart to help him come up with about the opportunities available in our & Community Assets Manager Annie von forest cared for by indigenous peoples a name for the tree. Stuart suggested Nuu- parks and open spaces. Domitz at 503- 373-0864. since time immemorial. Oregon industries k’wii’daa’naa~-ye’, translated “Our Ances- “I am proud of Lincoln City’s parks and For more information on Lincoln logged most of these giants at the turn of tor”, as a way to bring energy to Native and open spaces, and especially happy that we City Parks and Open Spaces, please visit 20th century, reserving this tree to seed a non-Native communities working together. now have a 400 year old Sitka Spruce des- https://www.lincolncity.org/parksandrec new forest and witness the development of “The tree is a significant symbol of ignated as a Heritage Tree,” Mayor Wahlke or call LCP&R Director Jeanne Sprague at Lincoln City. In 1978, the area surrounding the community thriving and its persever- said. 541.996.1222. Audubon Society offers activities for Reserve Awareness Month Audubon Society of Lincoln City (ASLC) has designated “This marine world is largely unseen by the public,” said August 2021 as Marine Reserve Awareness Month to raise ASLC President Dawn Villaescusa. “But it’s vitally important visibility and understanding of the Oregon Marine Reserves. to the inter-connectedness of plants, animals, and people ASLC has planned an art exhibition, presentations, hikes, in a way we’re only beginning to understand.” and children’s activities throughout the month to focus An art exhibition, Reserve Inspiration, opens on August public attention on these fascinating living laboratories. 13 and runs through September 5 in the Chessman Gallery Cascade Head Marine Reserve off Lincoln City’s shores at Lincoln City Cultural Center. Seven coastal artists share is one of five areas of state coastal waters dedicated to con- work inspired by the beauty and diversity of the Cascade servation and scientific research, overseen by the Oregon Head Marine Reserve in media ranging from painting to Department of Fish and Wildlife. scientific illustration, ceramics, photography, and even fire painting. Program presentations at the Lincoln City Cultural Cen- ter at 7 p.m. include: - August 13, Diving into Oregon’s Marine Reserves—A Virtual Underwater Tour by Cristen Don, Oregon Depart- ment of Fish and Wildlife. - August 27, Gifts from the Ocean: Oregon’s Marine Resources from a Tribal Perspective by Peter Sugus Hatch, Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians. Hikes focus on Cascade Head Marine Reserve and its interconnectedness with the terrestrial ecosystem: - August 14 bird walk from The Villages Open Space to the Roads End State Recreation Site. - August 21 hike guided by Camp Westwind staff along the Salmon River and out to the beach. - August 28 hike along the beach by the Cascade Head Marine Reserve, with an optional extension up to the Knoll for stunning views. For more info, visit the ASLC information table at the Lincoln City Farmers Market on Sundays through Sep- tember 5 where accompanied children can paint ceramic creatures that will inhabit a three-dimensional tidepool. See lincolncityaudubon.org/mram.html for hike details, Photo by Ernie Rose preregistration, and more on Marine Reserve Awareness Photo by Nancy Bailey Pigeon Guillemots Month (MRAM). Black Oystercatcher Oregon Coast Art Bus rolls Out in Lincoln County The Oregon Coast Coun- which is critically important cil for the Arts is pleased to right now. Over time, we announce the creation of a plan to build partnerships new mobile arts-learning with community organiza- platform—The Oregon tions across Lincoln County Coast Art Bus, which will and beyond, to bring our bring creative learning proj- high-quality arts programs ects to students through- right to their doorstep. out Lincoln County this OCCA’s Arts Bus is fueled by summer and beyond. The creativity and innovation project has been funded by and you never know where the K-12 Summer Learn- we may show up next!” ing Fund of the Oregon Funds from the Oregon Community Foundation Community Foundation’s and is designed to address K-12 Summer Learning the “opportunity gap” as- Fund are being used to sociated with educational purchase and build out the challenges presented by the art bus, prepare it for safe COVID-19 pandemic. The travel, purchase bus fur- Oregon Coast Art Bus’s sum- nishings, and develop onsite mer initiative will focus on arts projects and take-home underserved youth popula- art-to-go kits. The art bus tions, with the first bus tour will also serve as a mobile scheduled to launch on Sat- Internet hotspot. The pur- urday, August 14, at 1 p.m. chased bus, a 2000 Interna- at the Newport Performing tional TransCam 3000 RE, Arts Center (777 W. Olive was previously owned by St.). The tour launch event the Jefferson County School will be free and families are District and then a private encouraged attend. owner in Florence. The bus “The Art Bus brings OC- tour’s summer goals include CA’s programs deeper into serving over 800 students the community,” says OCCA with both on-site and take- executive director Jason home arts programming. Holland. “It helps us remove Art classes will be presented COURTESY PHOTO some of the barriers to arts outdoors or inside the Pictured on the bus (l-r): Jason Holland (OCCA Executive Director), Cynthia Jacobi (Newport City Council participation and creates bus in case of inclement more equity and access weather. The summer learn- member), Moe Snyder (OCCA instructor), Sara Siggelkow (OCCA Arts Education Manager), Cathey Briggs (OCCA board member), Dean Sawyer (Newport Mayor), David Gomberg (Oregon State Representative), Gary Lehman (OCCA volunteer), Tom Webb (OCCA VAC Director), Dietmar Goebel (Newport City Council mem- ber). ing curriculum will be based partners to establish the ing part of the art bus tour, encourage schools, libraries on two texts developed tour schedule, which will be which will include stops and other community orga- for young learners: “Ellie’s announced at the August in rural towns across the nizations to be creative right Strand” and “Ellie’s Log” by 14 tour launch event (tour county. along with us. The summer ML Hearing and Judith Li details to follow). Interested “The Oregon Coast Art tour will focus on the visual (OSU Press). community organizations Bus Project is designed to be arts but there is no limit on The Oregon Coast Coun- are encouraged to contact very responsive to commu- the variety of arts program- cil for the Arts is currently OCCA at 541-265-6569 to nity needs,” says OCCA VAC ming that could be associ- working with community discuss their interest in be- director Tom Webb. “We ated with the art bus.” Read. Watch. Engage. www.thenewsguard.com

Lincoln City’s largest and most trusted news source. TheNewsGuard.com August 10, 2021 Chemistry plays a role in a healthy Lincoln County joined the LCHC medical team in National Health 2015. Charged with overseeing the Center Week is medical team in primary care and August 8-14 behavioral health, Gross knows all too well that good chemistry means working together. The science of chemistry plays “We are respectful, we have a critical role in healthcare, but the fun, we love what we do, we work other kind of chemistry – the one hard and smart, we do great that emphasizes the rapport and things, we communicate and connection between people – is listen, we are helpful, we stay equally important and on display positive, we strive for excellence,” at Lincoln Community Health she emphasized, adding one last Centers. sentiment. “We are a team!” Inspired by National Health On her primary care team Center Week (Aug. 8 – 14) to are several providers, including celebrate this year’s theme - “The Cheryl Hickethier, MD, and Jason Chemistry of Strong Communi- Vang-Erickson, FNP, who are long- ties” – county officials know that serving members of the medical at the root of effective care is a staff. Joining them are two newer team of committed individuals members – Corie Charnley, FNP, working side-by-side. and Susan Speece, FNP. “Empathy, strong communi- Mary Jo Koschel, program cation, respect, trust, and shared manager at the Lincoln City decision making are essential in location, says there is something providing a positive patient-pro- special to celebrate this August. vider relationship,” explains Medi- “Over the past four years, we cal Director Amber Gross. “LCHC have had to utilize locums (tem- staff works together as a team porary providers) and that is dif- with respect and appreciation of ficult for the patients and difficult one another to provide the best for our staff. Starting this month, quality care to our community patients will be working with and patients.” permanent providers in primary LCHC delivers care to patients care,” she explained. COURTESY PHOTO at clinics and school-based health Additionally, Jamie Burris Fish, centers around Lincoln County. a family nurse practitioner that Corie Charnley, FNP, (left) and Medical Director Amber Gross, C-FNP (right) work at the Lincoln Providers, nurses, medical assis- specializes in mental health, is Community Health Center. tants, community health workers, also part of the provider team. and support staff all play a critical Embedded into primary care, this group of providers to include a federally qualified health center, interim health center director. “It role in the delivery of quality care. her presence allows families who others. The Lincoln Community at least 51 percent of the council’s is a great opportunity for people Gross, a certified family nurse have overlapping needs to enjoy a Health Council is made up of a roster must be patients of the to make a difference in the health practitioner, transitioned into the holistic approach to both mental group of community members health center. of our collective community.” role of medical director in June. and physical health. who provide guidance and sup- “We are always interested in To inquire about serving on She had been serving as associate The chemistry of a strong port to LCHC sites and overall welcoming new people to the the health council, call (541) 265- medical director since 2020. She Lincoln County reaches beyond operations. As one requirement of health council,” said Valerie Davis, 0464. Merkley continues fight to lower drug prices By DAVID RUPKALVIS more than the average price “We need to make sure their own prices and keep The World charged in eight other coun- in the bill we give Medicare rising them up and gouging tries. Merkley said the bill is the authority to negotiate anytime they want. There is Several months after he needed because Americans directly with pharmaceuti- not enforcement law to stop announced a bill to lower often pay much more than cal companies,” Merkley them, and the pandemic the price of prescription individuals in other devel- said. “That’s what other slow them down in the drug costs, Oregon Sen. Jeff oped countries. countries do. It’s time to slightest.” Merkley believes he may “There is no reason why change the situation where Saunders said it is time have a way to get the bill here in the United States Americans are being for our elected representa- through Congress. people should be paying 2.5 ripped off and gouged. This tives to act to help their During a celebratory times more for prescription moment, with this recon- constituents. meeting on the 56th anni- drugs or 3.5 times more for ciliation bill, let’s drive the “This is a crisis like the versary of the day Medicare name-brand drugs than the change through.” one we faced in this coun- was signed into law, Merkley rest of the world,” Merkley Merkley was joined by try before Medicare was said his proposal to man- said. “Sixty percent of all Lee Saunders, the president passed,” Saunders said. date drug companies only adult Americans use pre- of American Federation of “Congress must act now. We charge Americans what they scription drugs and out of State County Municipal Em- need legislation that lowers charge in the other coun- all the millions, eight out of ployees, the largest public drug prices for everyone.” tries was not moving much 10 say the cost is completely sector union in the nation. Merkley said he has in the Senate. unreasonable.” Saunders agreed it was time heard the argument that “Not surprisingly, with Merkley said the average to make changes to improve Americans pay more their Army of lobbyists, American spends $1,200 a the healthcare system. because pharmaceutical my bill hasn’t made it very year on prescription drugs, “This 56th anniversary of companies invest heavily in far yet,” Merkley said. “But but in many cases those are Medicare is more than a cel- creating new medicines that TWhe orld file photo with the Build Back Better the lucky ones. ebration,” Saunders said. “It save lives. But he said that Oregon Sen. Jeff Merkley addresses a crowd during a reconciliation, we are going He told a story of an has got to be a call to action. argument holds no weight. town hall in Bandon in 2019. to make one of the biggest elderly woman in Hillsboro A call to action to expand, “First, the funding for investments in American who uses an inhaler to improve and modernize research is primarily funded ing on advertising. It com- “We have such a tremen- families and take that on.” breathe. When her insur- the program. These costs by us, the taxpayers,” Merk- pletely swamps what they’re dous, many are calling it a Merkley proposed legis- ance company changed how are rising faster than any ley said. “They can raise the spending on research.” once-in-a-generational op- lation, the End Price Goug- it labeled the drug, her cost other American product or same amount of money by Health Care for America portunity, to really move in ing for Medications Act, soared to $500 a month. As service, far beyond the rate raising their prices in other Now hosted the meeting, a different direction and star several months ago. The bill a senior on a fixed income, of inflation. We all know the countries a little and lower- and Margarida Jorge, their really expanding services, would require drug compa- she simply did not have reason why. Big pharma has ing the prices here. Third, executive director, said it is and making Medicare more nies to charge Americans no $6,000 a year for the inhaler. a monopoly power to set look at what they’re spend- time to act. efficient,” Jorge said. Newport Visual Arts Center Welcomes Otis-Based Artist The Oregon Coast Council for speaking at 2pm. A former law professor at the Willamette University the Arts welcomes Otis-based art- From her studio nestled in the forest of Cascade Head, College of Law, Jacobson has been working in ceramics for ist Sam Jacobson for her exhibit, “Pickled Heron Studio,” Sam Jacobson draws inspiration the past 10 years and considers herself a self-taught artist. “Have We Met?” running through from her travels, her life experiences and the natural envi- Along the way, she has drawn knowledge from various texts, September 26 in the Coastal ronment in which she lives. As a clay artist, she works with videos and her membership in the International Ceramic Oregon Visual Artist Showcase slabs, not a wheel, and her works tend to be more sculptural Artist Network. (COVAS) at the Newport Visual than functional. Her sculptures most recently have been The Runyan Gallery is open Wednesday-Saturday, noon Arts Center. Jacobson will be shown at the Chessman Gallery in Lincoln City and The to 4pm. The Newport Visual Arts Center adheres to all exhibiting a series of ceramic and River Gallery in Independence. health and safety protocol provided by the Governor’s Office mixed-media sculptures depict- “The human face is infinitely fascinating, whether some- as well as the City of Newport. OCCA currently recommends ing human faces. The COVAS one I have known or just imagined,” Jacobson says. that all visitors to the VAC wear masks while in the building. Showcase features artists living “I love how the slightest tweak can completely change The Oregon Coast Council for the Arts manages the in Oregon’s seven coastal coun- the mood or dynamic of an entire face. And I especially love Newport Visual Arts Center and the Newport Performing ties, with Jacobson representing how the face comes alive, complete with personality and a Arts Center, and serves as the regional arts council for Or- Lincoln County. 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