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Council updates Florence parking ordinance

City Attorney Ross Williamson told the council the ordinance was updated to agree with state law and after a work session where The Florence City Council the council gave feedback. voted unanimously to update the “The purpose of this ordinance city’s parking ordinance with a is primarily to deal with what goal of ensuring homeless people we’re calling vehicle camping. who live in their vehicles cannot It’s folks experiencing homelessstay in one location for an extend- ness, and they have nowhere else ed length of time. to go but their vehicle,” William-

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son said. “If they’re parked on a city street, this ordinance will address those issues. We are also talking about the nuisance aspects of vehicle camping. We’re proposing regulations that we believe are objectively reasonable and balance the needs of those that are homeless and our businesses and property owners. We’re implementing some real regulations

that we believe will have real impacts on the community.” Williamson said the new ordinance requires those living in vehicles to move at least 600 feet every 72 hours. The 600-foot distance equates to about three city blocks. Shorter time limits in places like Old Town would remain in place. “Say you’re parking some-

where, and there’s a two-hour parking, a three-hour parking or maybe the 72-hour parking across the city. If you move on the same block, that doesn’t reset the clock,” Williamson said. “Now it’s clear if you move to the other side of the street or around the corner, that’s not enough if

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School board Delilah is back on the air as KDUN celebrates anniversary declines monthly stipend

By BREE LAUGHLIN Country Media

A big-time radio personality is supporting the small-town radio station where she started. Reedsport-based radio station KDUN has been back on the air for two years thanks in part to radio host Delilah. KDUN made a return to the air after being purchased by Delilah’s Big Shoes Productions in 2021. Delilah is a small-town girl who went on to make a big name for herself in radio. She is known for her feel-good radio show that offers song dedications and provides encouragement and advice to listeners. The nationally-syndicated radio host can be heard coast to coast – but she started her career in Reedsport. Delilah said she wanted to give back to the community where she grew up – and where she started her career in radio at the age of 15 in 1975. “It’s pretty special to have her hometown right here in our backyard and for her to be supporting us,” said station engineer Bob Larson, who also has a fruitful history in radio and television. Larson repaired the transmitter which allowed the 50,000 watt 1030 AM radio station to get back on air after several years of radio silence. Contributed photo Since then, the KDUN team has Delilah returns to the Reedsport Radio station where she started See KDUN page 7A her career.

By RODNEY HARWOOD Special to The News FLORENCE – The Siuslaw School District Board of Directors opted to decline a monthly stipend up to $500 paid to school board members as part of House Bill 2753 at Wednesday night’s board meeting. Resolution No. 091323-6.2 passed unanimously, stating the Siuslaw School District Board authorizes reimbursement of board business and professional development expenses for all board members for the fiscal year 2023-24. Currently, board members are reimbursed for travel expenses, conferences and other expenses occurring outside normal business activity. According to Superintendent Andrew Grzeskowiak, the school district has historically provided reimbursement for professional development

costs and other reasonable expenses related to the performance of the duties of a director. “We have a regular account within the district to take care of their professional growth,” he said. “We’re simply maintaining that practice. In some districts they weren’t doing that and board members were taking on additional expenses for their role. “We have two or three board members that attend the annual conference in November and two or three members that typically attend the summer conference in July. Typically it’s a two-day conference with hotel, meals and registration for the conference.” In other action, the Siuslaw School District Board of Directors approved the Co-Developed Longitudinal Growth Performance Targets, for the state-mandated “growth See BOARD page 6A

After four years, climate protests continue By DAVID RUPKALVIS The Siuslaw News

As they have done almost every Friday for the last four years, Mike and Pat Allen came down to Florence City Hall on Friday to urge city leaders to declare a local climate emergency. The fourth anniversary of the weekly protests coincided with a Global Climate Strike, where those concerned with climate change were asking political leaders to make a difference. Allen said the ongoing protests, which have been held week after week with crowds as big as 20 and as small as four, have begun to make a difference. He pointed to Florence Mayor Rob Ward as an example. “The previous mayor refused to do anything with the county unless it was mandated,” Mike Allen said. “The new mayor looks at it from a different perspective.” Allen said Lane County has a Climate Action Plan, and he would like to see the city of Flor-

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See CLIMATE page 2A Pat Burke, left, and Ray Sherrill hold signs during a climate strike protest in front of Florence City Hall.

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CLIMATE CONTINUED from page 1A ence participate. “The new mayor actually invited me in for a sit down last February,” Allen said. “They were actually preparing a work plan. In this plan, one of the first steps was to work with the county to create a climate action plan for the coast.” Despite the progress, Allen said he doesn’t expect the city to declare a climate crisis anytime soon. “This is the one they balk on, which is declaring a climate crisis in our community,” Allen said. “There’s a lot of reasons for that.” Despite the slow process, Allen said he will continue to push. At the council meeting Sept. 12, Allen presented a letter to the council with signatures from 1,760 people that he has collected over the last four years. “When we started, one of the first things the old mayor asked is how many are residents,” Allen said. “It’s an equal number who are in the city as out.” Allen said he and many others work to protect the environment, but pushing governments at all levels to get involved will lead to a greater effort. “Even though we as individuals have done what we can do, the biggest bang for our bucks is getting cities and school boards and big corporations on board. It’s also about informing the public.” Allen said he will continue his weekly efforts because he has seen the movement grow month by month. “When I am in a place like this, I rely on people to come to me,” he said. “I’m

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Participants at the climate strike make their views known while protesting in front of city hall. Middle, Storm Kurth, a junior at Siuslaw High School, joined a climate strike in Florence. Below, Mike Allen explains what he is trying to do with a passerby during a climate protest in Florence. hoping people that have a vested interest will reach out. Of the 1,760, I’ve probably spoken to 905 of them. I hope I inspire them to do something.” From the beginning, one person who has joined the effort is Ray Sherrill. On Friday, he sat along holding a sign. “We need to be doing this,” he said. “It’s going to take a little hardship on everybody or a lot of hardship on everyone. Everybody’s gotta make a little sacrifice now to keep from it from becoming extreme later. We can be so intelligent as individuals and so stupid as

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JOIN US SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1, AT 12:45PM a species. Pat Burke came out to join the protest Friday, saying the emphasis should be on local action. “We really, really need to start acting locally,” Burke said. “There has really been nothing going on here. Having the kids get involved helps. A lot of us are grandparents and we want to sit back and enjoy our retirement, and that’s not the answer.” One of the younger participants was Storm Kurth, a junior at Siuslaw High School. She said she hopes more young people get involved in saving the planet. “I feel it’s important that

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we work to preserve our environment and have a healthy place for people of our generation and future generations to live,” Kurth said.

Businesses and homeowners are encouraged to decorate in purple and convey messages of anti-violence and encouragement for those suffering abuse.

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tage Grove, Cannon Beach and Lincoln City. Oregon is our home, and we are passionate about community newspapers and the communities we live, work and play in. And best of all, we are not a hedge fund. While many newspaper chains are struggling and selling off papers, Country Media made the decision to grow. But every paper we added was in a community we wanted to be a part of. And we are thrilled to be in Florence. We will be making some changes in the coming weeks that I hope will improve The Siuslaw News. I can’t give an exact date yet, but we will be returning to a Wednesday paper, which is the No. 1 thing I’ve been asked over the last two weeks. As for me, I have been working in community newspapers for close to 30 years and have done every job in the newsroom that one can do. My story when it comes to newspapers goes back to when I was in college. My freshman year, I started with a plan of being a math-

ematical engineer. That lasted one semester. My grades were fine, but I realized the work and the idea of doing it every day was not what I wanted to do. So, I went home, talked to my mom and she gave me some advice that changed my life. She told me to find something I loved doing, so I immediately made the change to journalism. Although I might be the only journalist out there who took college algebra as an elective my junior year for an “easy” grade. Through the years, I have worked in 10 communities and for more than a dozen newspapers. I came to the Oregon Coast three years ago and finally found my forever home. This is where I want to be, and I am doing what I want to do. Telling stories that impact communities along the Oregon Coast is my passion, and I am excited to add Florence to that list. While I have spent some time in Florence before this change and some since it, I’ll admit I’m walking into this community a little blind. I know what interests me, and I will write about that. But what

Letters to the Editor

Singing the praises of Peacehealth

I know that these days people generally complain before they praise others. I want to sing the praises of Peacehealth and Peaceharbor hospital, and Western Lane ambulance. Recently I moved a family member up to our home from another state so that I could care for him and be closer to each other. I didn’t realize he was sick when he got here. I am not a medical professional, and I don’t pretend to know how to interpret symptoms etc. and I just thought it was age and known health conditions that made my brother so weak and listless. I knew he had serious medical issues and was able to get him into the Palliative Care program before he arrived. Sadly, and suddenly that whole department was closed and so many patients like him suffered the consequences. I went to a routine appointment with my primary care provider, (for myself) to establish care so that I could get some bloodwork done. My provider asked

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me questions, listened, and truly cared. I told her about my brother and how ill he seemed and how worried I was. She asked more questions. She took the time and LISTENED. She then told me to go home and load him in my car and take him to the ER, which I did. He was admitted. I believe she saved his life. Over the next 6 weeks we were in the ER twice and admitted to the hospital twice. So many times, I hear people complain about the healthcare here in Florence. I beg to differ. My brother received excellent care in the ambulance, ER, and the hospital. Every single caregiver, CARED! They listened, they were kind, thorough, encouraging, and wonderful. Everyone from the front desk, (who knew me by name by the time he was released,) to the CNA,s housekeeping staff, nurses, hospitalists, surgeon, PT staff, and administrators, were amazing. Through this experience I have an even deeper respect for the work our healthcare team here in Florence provides. I am so thankful

that in our rural community we have the healthcare providers and facilities that we have. I encourage all the residents of our area, be thankful, and say thank you to those you know and encounter who are in the healthcare industry. They are amazing people and deserve our praise and thanks. With sincere thanks and appreciation, Sue Gilday Florence

Grief can lead to trauma

Often one experiences grief when they suffer a loss that is difficult for them to handle. A person will “shut down” as a result of experiencing a loss or trauma usually due to being so overcome with negative emotion. Although this reaction to loss is normal, it can start a downward spiral for an addict. Lacking healthy coping mechanisms, the person is likely to abuse alcohol and drugs more frequently. The isolation brought on by having to stay indoors during the

My Turn

By David Rupkalvis I want to know is what interests you. What stories do you want to see, what issues would you like to see us cover, what kind of information do you want in your newspaper? Ultimately, this is your paper, and my goal is to make it one you want to pick up and read. So share your thoughts and ideas with me. Email me at editor@siuslawnews. com and let me know what you think, what you like or don’t like and what you would like to see in your paper. Hopefully as we move forward, you will like the changes we are making and will like what The Siuslaw News will become.

pandemic made life a great deal worse. The National Institute on Drug Abuse found that drug and alcohol use increased as a result of the isolation brought on by COVID-19. Someone who is dealing with underlying issues might find themselves in an even worse situation if they withdraw into themselves. Even recovering addicts who are isolated and have little stimulation can go down a dark path and become fixated on past substance abuse or other life issues that contributed to their addiction. Forced to deal with their mistakes on their own, they may attempt to numb the pain with alcohol or drugs. It is vital to reach out to anyone you know who is experiencing a loss, whether it be the death of a family member, a relationship ending or losing a job. To learn what to look for, visit: https://www. narcononnewliferetreat. org/blog/grief-loss-isolation-and-addiction.html Matthew Goodson

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Florence Festival of Books attracts authors from all backgrounds

By BREE LAUGHLIN Country Media

A small-town veterinarian is now a published author after he decided to turn some of his favorite memories from his profession into books. David E. Larsen will be one of many authors and publishers taking part in the Florence Festival of Books on Saturday, Sept. 23. He will be participating as a panelist in a discussion, “It’s time to write your memoir.” Larsen has three books available on Amazon, “The Last Cow in the Chute & other stories,” “Widow Woman’s Ranch & other stories,” and “Lambs and Crab Legs & other stories.” Larsen grew up on a farm in Myrtle Point, Oregon. After spending four years in the army, he got a degree in Zoology at Oregon State University, and completed veterinary school at Colorado State University in 1975. He spent the bulk of his veterinary career in Sweet Home, Oregon. He was in practice at Sweet Home Veterinary Clinic for more than 40-years before retiring in 2016. “I realized that I’m in-between a couple of generations of veterinarians,” Larsen said. “I had contact with older veterinarians that practiced in the 1930s and 40s, and it was a completely different profession. Those guys had to do things almost all by themselves, figuring out how to accomplish one task or another. Most of what they did is no longer published if it was ever published,” Larsen said. “I wanted to preserve some of the stuff that I was doing, so a veterinarian a hundred years from now could pick it up and see what I did,” he said. Larsen’s stories include many real-life scenarios experiences he had as a veterinarian – including a story about a woman who taught her diabetic cat how to pee in a cup so she could monitor it’s glucose levels, or about a rancher who stepped on a needle fiveyears after it was lost in a

HAVE FUN! BEACH SAFE! BEWARE THE SNEAKER WAVE

They´re called sneaker waves because they appear without warning, often surging high up on the beach with deadly force, and are impossible to predict. Sneaker waves also carry a large amount of sand that can saturate your clothes, weighing you down and making escape difficult if not impossible. How to play it safe: Never turn your back on the ocean.

WATCH THOSE LOGS

The ocean is strong enough to pick up even the biggest log and plop it down on top of you. Some logs may look small, but even the tiny ones can be waterlogged and weigh tons. How to play it safe: If you see a log in the surf or on wet sand, stay off it.

RIP CURRENTS

Rip currents are strong currents of water that rush out to sea. They are stronger than even the best swimmer. These currents can swiftly sweep unwary beachcombers and waders off their feet and out to sea. Rip currents may appear as dark, choppy water. Any time you see debris and foam floating out to sea, chances are you have found a rip current. Avoid the area. How to play it safe: Parents keep your kids close when playing in the ocean. If caught in a rip current, don’t panic . Swim parallel to the beach until you are out of the current, then head for the beach.

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David E Larsen became a published author after writing memoirs of a country veterinarian. Beow, this picture of Larsen and his children was taken a couple of weeks before his family moved to Sweet Home. field from performing an emergency surgery in the middle of the night. Larsen said with no marketing, his books have been more popular than he imagined. He suspected it is because they are based on real-life scenarios and are relatable to readers. His books can also be read in snippets because each chapter is a stand-alone story. “People have told me they like the idea of being able to pick up a book and read a story in a few minutes in the morning with their coffee,” Larsen said. Larsen’s books can be previewed on his blog at https://docsmemoirs.com. The Festival of Books will be held on Saturday, Sept. 23, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Florence Events

Incoming tides isolate rocks from headlands and the shore. Avoid the temptation of strolling out to an interesting rock without knowing when the tide rolls back in. Free tide tables are readily available at state park offices, information centers and many shops and motels. How to play it safe: Stay off rocks and small, enclosed beaches. Know when the tide is coming in by visiting the tidetable website at the Hatfield Marine Science Center http://weather.hmsc.oregonstate.edu/weather/ tides/tides.html

HIGH WAVES CAN REACH YOU

Tides and waves can sweep over rocks, jetties and headlands, knocking you off and carrying you out to sea. How to play it safe: Assume nothing is “high enough” and avoid exposed rocks, jetties and headlands during strong wave action (like during and after storms).

BEWARE OF HIGH, STEEP CLIFFS

Assume that all cliff edges are unstable. Wet trails or soft sand and earth can make for unstable footing. Rocks can be slippery even when it isn’t raining. How to play it safe: Make sure you wear proper footwear, and stick to the trails. Stay behind guard fences and railings, and don´t get too close to the edge.

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Center. It will include a book fair, giveaways, writing workshops, panel and keynote discussions, as well as food. The event is for

readers of all ages. More information about the Florence Festival of Books can be found at www.FlorenceFestivalOfBooks.com.

Standing at the base of an Oceanside cliff can be dangerous, especially if it has an overhang. In some places, winter storms and high waves have eroded the shoreline, increasing the chance of collapse and slides. How to play it safe: Beware of falling rocks, and don´t climb on bluffs and eroding hillsides. Don´t walk along the base of cliffs unless absolutely necessary.

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Police Blotter of Highway 101. Tuesday, Sept. 12 • 1:07 a.m. - Suspicious conditions reported in the 1700 block of 43rd Street. • 4:09 a.m. - Traffic stop conducted at the intersection of Highway 101 and Munsel Lake Road. • 7:41 a.m. - Dispute reported in the 1400 block of 10th Street. • 11:26 a.m. - Storage on street reported in the 1700 block of 43rd Street. • 11:31 a.m. - Death investigation opened in the 400 block of Sherwood Loop. • 2 p.m. - Vehicle towed from the bowling alley. • 3:31 p.m. - Theft from a vehicle reported in the 200 block of Highway 101. • 5:26 p.m. - Harassment reported in the 1400 block of 10th Street. • 5:36 p.m. - Motor vehicle theft reported in the 1600 block of 27th Street. • 11:51 p.m. - Warrant arrest reported at Villa West.

Monday, Sept. 11 • 1:07 a.m. - Theft reported in the 1500 block of 9th Street, • 1:15 a.m. - Illegal camping reported in the alley near the library. • 6:10 a.m. - Disorderly subject reported in the 1800 block of Highway 101. • 8:05 a.m. - Criminal mischief reported 1t 12th and Nopal. • 9:41 a.m. - Hit and run accident reported in the 4700 block of Highway 101. • 9:55 a.m. - Hit and run accident reported in the 2400 block of Highway 101. • 1:27 p.m. - Criminal mischief reported in the 3300 block of Highway 101. • 6:01 p.m. - Dispute reported in the 1800 block of Oak Street. • 7:14 p.m. - Assault reported in the 2000 block

Wednesday, Sept. 13 • 12:59 a.m. - Illegal camping reported in the 700 block of Quince Street. • 6:43 a.m. - Suspicious conditions reported in the 4300 block of Highway

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The Real Dirt on Local Farmers and Food Producers Brought to you by the Florence Farmers Market, Mary Shaw, Board President and Britte Kirsch, Outreach Coordinator Farming is a career that intertwines with many aspects of life, providing a rich tapestry of knowledge and ideas to draw upon. It isn’t easy or straight forward and it surely isn’t reliable. Being a farmer means a lot of hard work and a lot of hope. The Florence Farmers Market is a seasonal weekly market that showcases local farmers and food producers who have turned their talents into delicious products for our consumption. They have planned and organized their days and seasons to create a magical rainbow of healthy, local foods for the community of Florence to enjoy. We wanted to get to know some of these “magicians” and share their story. Over the next few months, we will highlight several of the farmers and food producers who showcase their goods at the market. Their perspectives and passions are compelling and interesting and we thank them for their continued support and hard work. Understanding what it takes to be a farmer and where your food really comes from, is an important part of appreciating the abundance we have here

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Florence Farmers Market (FFM): Farming is hard work - lots of time and energy spent and invested for sometimes a small reward - Why do you do it? What FFM: What do you want inspires you to get up in the the community to know morning and get going? about your farm and what you do? Jubilee Valley Farm (JVF): We farm because we JVF: We are more than enjoy it! One of our goals just a vegetable garden! was to make a living with- On our farm; we also raise out having to get an outside sheep, dairy goats,dwarf job. We live pretty far away bunnies, miniature ducks, from most things, so we try bantam chickens, and emus! to use what we have to Then, during the fall and support ourselves. We winter,most of Levy’s time are blessed with abundant is spent in the forest where farmable land, water rights, he thins the trees to keep the and most of the infrastruc- forest healthy and turns the ture necessary for farming. removed trees into lumber and fence posts. FFM: Starting off in your With respect to the garbusiness, you must have den, one of the methods we had some motivation, in- implement is to grow the fluence and support. Who most amount of stuff on the or what encouraged you to smallest space that we can. start farming? What words Our entire garden space of advice can you offer oth- is less than 1 acre, and we ers interested in becoming practice rotational planting, farmers? use lots of compost and cover crops, and plant things as JVF: My (Emily) orig- close together as we can. inal intention was to do We mainly do this because missionary work overseas. most other farmers in the When considering how world do not have access to best to prepare for such a large plots of land, so if we venture, I decided that ex- hope to someday teach our panding my knowledge farming skills to others. about farming, specifically Another unique thing organic farming, would be a about our farm is that we useful skill that is practical have no employees. Levy everywhere in the world. does nearly all the garden So, no matter where I end work himself and I mostly up I would have something take care of the livestock. helpful that I could teach to The girls and I help with the people around me. This weeding, harvesting, and was my original motivation washing and overall everyto learn more about agricul- thing is done as a family. ture and it’s what led me to eventually be studying at FFM: What do you think the agricultural school in can be done to improve the Kenya where I met Levy. agricultural industry? What Levy grew up in a family are the biggest challenges where farming was a way with being a sustainable/ orof life. ganic farmer? My advice: anyone can grow vegetables! It’s as easy JVF: We think that, in as buying a tomato plant at America, general knowlthe store and putting it in a edge and education about

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6A | FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 | SIUSLAW NEWS will be talking about tent camping or public camping at a future council meetCONTINUED from ing.” Councilor Jo Beaupage 1A dreau said she had some questions before she was comfortable voting. it’s within 600 feet. This is “We began this converreally going to force people sation talking about parking to get into their car and and now we’re talking drive across town to reset about camping in a little that clock.” bit. We’re talking about The ordinance also says parking and I want to stay a vehicle cannot return to true to that,” Beaudreau the same location for 14 said. “Is there a break in the days. parking or are we talking “The longer you are in about 72 hours straight. I our city parking on the parked in front of my house streets, the places here you today. Am I going to be at can park will get smaller risk of being towed?” because you cannot park in Simply put, the answer the same spot for 14 days,” is no. Williamson said. “If you’re moving and Some other elements in going to work and shopping the ordinance are manand doing things, that’s not dates that vehicles cannot a straight 72 hours,” City block streets or sidewalks Manager Erin Reynolds and those who do park said. and sleep in vehicles must “OK, I wanted to be abide by regulations related clear about that,” Beauto trash, animals, open dreau responded. “I don’t flames, gray/black water, want it to backfire in our personal property outside face that Joe Schmo gets the vehicle, registration in a parking war with their and structures attached to neighbor.” vehicles. Reynolds said there is While Williamson urged always that risk when it the council to approve the comes to city code, but she ordinance, he said it was said city staff tries to stay just the first step and could out of disputes between be changed by the council neighbors unless a law is at any time. clearly violated. “This not a one-time “The code as it exists deal,” Williamson said. today already has that “There’s going to be a potential. There’s always a feedback loop. You’re potential that city governgoing to want to hear how ment gets wrapped into this is going. We will report a civil matter,” Reynolds back and refinements will said. “We can decipher be brought back for your through that when things consideration. This is just arise. You’re right, people one component of our suite can use the city code to of camping regulations. We further their agenda and

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tive trends. The Baseline growth rate is 2.1% per year. CONTINUED from Siuslaw’s Stretch Target establishes a base at the page 1A 5-year average and grows at a rate of 4% per year to performance targets.” reach the highest historThe matter is coming ical graduation rate. The back to them after being Gap-Closing Target sets a reviewed by the Oregon recovery base from the last Department of Education. two years, while reversing The Integrated Guidany negative trend. ance plan was previously The growth rate per year reviewed in March and brings focal group students June of 2023, with official within 3% of the all-stuapproval by board resoludent average for graduation tion at the August board by 2027-28. meeting. Metric No. 2 –The Base“A lot of what we’re line Target rate reverses doing here is getting our any negative trend and students back on track grows at a rate of 1.3% per to pre-pandemic levels,” year to return the 5-year Grzeskowiak said. “Every- Cohort Completion rate body took an academic hit to pre-pandemic levels. during the pandemic with The Stretch Target sets a credit completion whether new first year target and we were online or hybrid. reverses any negative trend “Now we’re going to get to grow at a rate of 2% per all kids on track in their year to return the 5-year education.” Cohort Completion rate With Integrated Guidto exceed pre-pandemic ance consolidating other levels. funding sources (Student The Focal Group first Investment Account, High year base in 2023-24 is School Success, Every an increase from the last Day Matters) there is recorded year and increases approximately $4 million growth annually by 2.5% in targeted budget funds to close the gap with the for the 2023-24 school year all-student baseline 5-year attached to the application. cohort completion average. “We’re getting back to It will bring all focal group our historically high gradstudents to the baseline uation rate over the next target for all students by five-year period. This gives 2027-28. us a common way to meaMetric No. 3 – The sure what we’re doing.” Baseline Target for All StuIn his presentation, dents begins with a firstGrzeskowiak outlined five year goal in 2023-24 above stages to the plan. the 5-year average and Metric No. 1 – The increases by 2% per year to 4-year Cohort Graduabring the overall 9th Grade tion Baseline target is set On Track Average to over between the 5-year average 90% by the 2027-28 school and the 2021-22 actual data year. which reverses all nega-

that’s always a possibility. We’re talking about people abusing the ability to park on the street. “We’re talking about parking on the street for an extended period of time over 72 hours.” Beaudreau then asked what happens after a vehicle is tagged. “On the pink sticker that’s applied it says you have this much time to move your vehicle,” Police Chief John Pitcher said. “On the new code, it says 24 hours. Once the pink sticker is applied, if your vehicle is not moved, we can tow it.” Pitcher said the police and code enforcement always prefer to get compliance over punishment. “This was generated because of RV parking,” Mayor Rob Ward said. “I know at the Assembly of God church, there’s two vehicles now and I know there’s always one vehicle, and they leak into the sidewalk with stuff. The intent of this ordinance is to reduce that. It’s not like we don’t have places where people can go. We’re trying to avoid people taking advantage of our right of ways in ways that kind of take away from our town.” Beaudreau then asked what would happen if a vehicle was impounded? “Once it’s impounded, it gets put into our system”Pitcher said. “If someone did not realize it’s been towed, it would be in our system that it was towed. There’s only one tow company in town that’s big enough to do these tows,

so we work them to set up fines and fees. They will be easy to find.” Pitcher also said the 600-foot requirement was set up not to punish but to ensure vehicles get moved adequately. “We’re not going to cite someone if they moved 590 feet thinking they moved 600 feet. That’s not the intent of this ordinance,” Pitcher said. During public comment, John Raleigh, who owns a business downtown, said parking is key but more needs to be done. “I think the camping is another thing the council should take on. We have a lot of full-time street campers. I know it’s not just an issue in Florence, but everywhere else,” Raleigh said. “We have guests that comment to us, what are all the campers on the street doing? The city maintains bathrooms in Old Town. They’re open 24-7. They smell, they attract, they’re a nuisance. “If someone could tell me the economic benefit and the reason for it, I could carry on a conversation. But it attracts a pretty bad element. As far as camping, I would encourage you guys to look at Newport where they ban camping in certain areas. I think it’s a good framework.” Mayor Ward said camping is the next big issue the city council will address. “Overnight camping is on our list. We’re taking care of RV parking now and then we’ll move to camping,” Ward said.

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Attendance reverses any negative trend and grows at a rate of half of the historical rate of the top 10% of schools in Oregon - an annual growth rate of 0.6% per year. The Stretch Target reverses any negative trend and strives to grow at a rate of the top 10% of Oregon schools in the prior 5-year period with an average growth rate of 1.2% per year. The Gap Closing target sets an aggressive goal in year one and expects growth at 2% per year to close the gap. “We have a traditional type group of kids and then we have kids that have extra challenges to learning,” Grzeskowiak said. “We want to make sure that particular group achieves at the same level as everybody else. “Just because your coming from a home where there’s poverty or a special education need, does not mean you can not succeed at the same level everybody else.”

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Meteorologist to speak at City Club of Florence

The public is invited to hear KEZI Meteorologist Dylan Robichaud, who will speak to City Club of Florence on Thursday, October 12, at 1:30 p.m. promptly, in the Bromley Room of the Siuslaw Public Library. Robichaud is a wellknown journalist who is the chief meteorologist at KEZI, Channel 9 in Eugene. Born and raised in Massachusetts, Robichaud grew up around major snowstorms that spawned his fascination with the weather. Whereas the standard path to becoming a meteorologist is a 4-year program in atmospheric sciences, Robichaud earned his B.A. in Journalism, then completed a 2-year program in meteorology at Penn State University. Currently, in addition to being the meteorologist at KEZI in Eugene,

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Florence STEP to meet Oct. 4

The Florence STEP group will hold its next meeting October 4 at 6 p.m. at the back meeting room of the Elks Club in Florence. Dennis Dinsmore of our STEP group will be sharing information about salmon fishing in the ocean, the Siuslaw River and our local Coho lakes. Dennis is knowledgeable about the techniques for catching salmon and will provide some useful information for our local fishermen. We have made the decision to terminate the Coho program at our hatchery and Randy Brummett is exploring the possibility of utilizing the hatchery as an educational facility and getting local school kids more involved. The hatchery is an aging facility and is going to require some repairs and upgrades in order to make it safe for this type of program.

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Hoyle, Thompson urge Biden administration to support funding for archery and hunter safety programs

U.S. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) and U.S. Representative Mike Thompson (CA-04) led a bipartisan letter to Secretary Cardona urging the U.S. Department of Education to reconsider its interpretation of a provision in the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (BSCA), which has resulted in the potential halting of federal funding for archery and hunting safety programs in schools, directly impacting rural communities. “The Department of Education has determined that federal funds can’t be

used for archery or hunter safety courses. These programs get students into the outdoors learning important skills like hunter safety and physical agility, along with an appreciation for conservation and learning to safely use firearms,” said Rep. Hoyle. “Their interpretation does not reflect the original intent of the gun safety law and we are respectfully asking them to reconsider their decision.” “As the historic Bipartisan Safer Communities Act continues to be implemented to save lives, I am committed to ensuring that

the bill protects archery and hunter safety education programs,” said Rep. Thompson. “As a lifelong hunter, I understand the importance of proper firearm education to ensure that future generations of hunters learn about the responsibility of possessing a firearm. I commend Rep. Hoyle for her leadership on this important issue.” For decades, schools across the country have provided archery and hunter education classes with funding authorized by the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) of

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a crucial tool in helping to make our schools and communities safer. However, the prohibition of federal funding for archery and hunter safety education programs has a negative impact on rural communities who rely on these programs. The letter is cosigned by Gabe Vasquez (D-NM), Hillary Scholten (D-MI),

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Book Review Boyhood Among the Woolies by Richard W. Etulain Like many Pacific Northwest sheepherders, Sebastian Etulain emigrated from Europe’s Basque country. He arrived in Yakima, Washington, in May 1921, convinced that hard work could overcome a lack of formal education and other obstacles. That became his doctrine, and he advanced to ranch owner before marrying in 1936. The Etulain sheep ranch lay among the rock ridges, coulees, hills, and grasslands twenty miles east of Ritzville in eastern Washington. Isolated and sprawling across nearly ten thousand acres, it included a sturdy ranch house surrounded by hay barns, a water pump house, corrals, and pens for sheep, goats, dogs, and pigs. The spread also had a milking parlor and creamery as well as a blacksmith shop. The Etulains adopted seasonal rhythms: for part of the year, their pasture grasses provided sufficient fodder, and in the summer, they herded most of their animals up to mountains near St. Maries, Idaho. But in winter, the sheep and cattle needed purchased feed, and plenty of it. Sebastian’s three sons reveled in a magical upbringing on the ranch—despite the demanding work. In Boyhood Among the Woolies, his youngest son, Richard, reveals the family’s story, a rare look at life on an early eastern Washington sheep ranch. He recounts endless chores, lambing season, sheep shearing, efforts to keep animals safe, and fighting one of the greatest dangers—grass fires. He also describes family activities, relationships with hired staff, favorite dogs, brotherly pranks and shenanigans,

schooling and church in Ritzville, Basque history, and more. Library patrons may have met the author, as Richard Etulain has given half a dozen presentations here in Florence over the years. The author of Mark O. Hatfield: Oregon Statesman, Abraham Lincoln: A Western Legacy; Ernest Haycox and the Western, Beyond the Missouri: The Story of the American West, and many more. He conducted interviews with the great American author Wallace Stegner and provided several days of programs about Stegner at the Siuslaw Public Library. Finally, in Boyhood Among the Woolies, Richard Etulain tells his own personal story.

Library Sponsors Keynote at Festival The Siuslaw Public Library is a sponsor of the keynote speaker at tomorrow’s Florence Festival of Books, who, this year,

is local author Judy Fleagle. Fleagle, who will be speaking at 4:30pm at the Florence Event Center at the conclusion of the daylong festival, is the author of Crossings: McCullough’s Coastal Bridges, Around Florence, The Oregon Coast Guide to the Unexpected!!!, and several more. Death Café Death Café is an opportunity to drink tea, eat cake, and discuss death, to increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their (finite) lives. Sponsored by the library and led by the Lane Linn Benton Oregon Older Adult Behavioral Initiative, the next Death Café will be held Wed., Sept. 27th, from 10:30am to 12 noon, in the library’s Bromley Room. Registration is requested for planning purposes though drop-ins are welcome. Visit the library’s website at www.siuslawlibrary.info for registration information.

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3744/3742 SPRUCE ST. New single family residence w/ an attached ADU. Rare opportunity in the City to own a brand new 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home w/ oversized 22x27 garage & 608 SF 2 bedroom & 1 bath ADU above the garage. Endless options include a full time residence + 2nd residence for family, 2 full time rentals, vacation home or any combination of these. Enter the main residence through a traditional mud room & into an open concept living area w/ LVP flooring throughout & 9 1/2 foot ceilings. Granite counters & island w/ all stainless steel appliances, quality cabinets w/ soft close feature. This well-crafted home doesn’t stop on the interior, the oversized garage has an 18 ft. door, 10 ft ceilings & an epoxy coated floor. Partially covered patio w/ a spacious area for outdoor living. Irrigation lines & low maintenance landscaping will round out the exterior finishes. Come & see this dual living home today! $815,900 CB#12604/MLS#23050193

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645 IBOLT COURT This is a rare opportunity to convert this home into a River View property as it once was. At the current time there is trimming and clearing needed to restore and reclaim that beautiful Siuslaw River view. This home is priced as is. The home will need work or replacement. Please do not disturb the seller. Appointment required. $250,000 12605/MLS#23458843

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N 83440 CLEAR LAKE RD. Welcome to your dream home! This charming 2-story residence boasts 2138 square feet of comfortable living space and is nestled in a serene neighborhood with captivating filtered Woahink Lake views. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, a water sports aficionado, or simply seeking tranquility, this property offers it all. A brand new roof was installed in 2019, ensuring both peace of mind and added energy efficiency. This property is a canvas waiting for your personal touch. Bring your creativity and design ideas to transform this house into your dream home. This incredible opportunity is attractively priced, making it a fantastic investment for those looking to customize their space while enjoying the beauty of the south lakes area. $474,900 CB#12600/MLS#23651844

OCEAN VIEW LANE #104 Top of the world feeling from this .30 acre North Lakes cul-de-sac parcel. Potential views of the ocean, dunes and lakes. Septic system installed back in 1981. Heceta Water and utilities available. Nice homes all around. Great opportunity to build your dream home at the Coast! Note: adjacent .28 acre lot with its own septic is available for $79,500 as well. $79,500 12602/MLS#23123685

211 HARBOR ST. #33 Delightful west facing condo at desirable North Bay Condos in Old Town Florence. This one bedroom/ one and a half bathroom unit has views of the river/ bay, the historic bridge and the dunes. The gourmet kitchen has granite and all appliances are included. Living area is furnished and includes an electric fireplace and tv. Enjoy outside seating on the deck and bbqing your favorite meal. The main bath has a jetted tub along with a walkin shower. Laundry includes a washer/dryer. High ceilings and ceiling fans give you comfort and space. New carpet is being installed in the next two weeks. This is priced right and ready to sell. Don’t miss out on Old Town living at its best! $425,000 CB#12598/MLS#23477646

211 HARBOR ST. #26 East facing, second floor condo in desirable North Bay condos in Old Town Florence. This one bedroom/one and a half bathroom is in great shape and ready to move in! Dining living room and bedroom furniture stays along with all kitchen appliances, plus a washer and dryer. This unit has a dedicated space outside in the parking area. These totally secure units have a numbered entry to get into the condos. You can sit on your deck and view the river and see the boats launching at the Port of Siuslaw. The main bath has a jetted tub plus a separate shower. The kitchen and baths have granite countertops, plus there’s plenty of storage. Don’t wait on this one! The whole building has a deal with Spectrum but boxes are leased separately for each unit. Water, sewer, trash and internet/cable are included in the HOA fees. Call listing agent for entry codes. $375,000 CB#12597/MLS#23686508

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OCEAN VIEW LANE #7407 Top of the world feeling from this .28 acre North Lakes cul-de-sac parcel. Potential views of the ocean, dunes and lakes. Septic system installed back in 1981. Heceta Water and utilities available. Nice homes all around. Great opportunity to build your dream home at the Coast! Note: adjacent .30 acre lot with its own septic is available for $79,500 as well. $79,500 12603/MLS#23285083

18156 HWY 36, BLACHLY Remarkable Coastal ranch with ultimate seclusion and privacy. Warm, sunny weather located approx. half way between Florence and Eugene on Hwy 36 in Blachly. Cozy and comfortable NW contemporary Farmhouse design. Work from home with Peak internet, Pioneer phone/cable, and Blachly-Lane COOP Electric. Great salmon and steelhead fishing right from your own property w/ 2,000+ feet of crystal clear Lake Creek frontage. Elk and wildlife abound. Well maintained 1981 built custom home has been in the same familiy since it was constructed. Open beamed ceilings and tall picture windows provide serene views of nature. Ag/shop building is 35x60 with full bath. Lots of recent updates and ready for you to make years of great family memories here! $1,150,000 CB#12599/MLS#23190508

29 SHORELINE DRIVE Savor unmatched vistas from this Shelter Cove gem! Nestled in a coveted community, relish ocean, river, and inlet views. A year-round sea lion rookery nearby adds to the allure. Immerse in park-like landscaping with a lush backyard and custom greenhouse, ideal for river-gazing relaxation. This stunning 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom abode features Brazilian Cherry hardwood flooring throughout. Experience airy living with vaulted ceilings flowing into a covered patio, perfect for year-round entertaining. The primary bedroom offers private patio access, including an en-suite bathroom patio. An open-concept layout reveals a chef’s dream granite kitchen, ensuring culinary delight. A spacious living room with a wood stove caters to cozy stormy nights. With 13-inch concrete exterior walls, this home boasts exceptional build quality, providing serene quietude during winter. Just moments from the beach and historic Old Town District, relish the finest coastal dining and boutique shopping. Don’t miss this chance! Schedule your personal showing and embrace coastal luxury today! 1,279,000 CB#12593/MLS#23406913

2463 WILLOW LOOP E. Stately and classy 1 owner home on 1/2 acre private lot in Willow Dunes. Immaculately maintained since built in 2005. Beautiful 2 sided gas fireplace in living room and library/den. Spacious rooms and oversized windows to enhance the views of surrounding natural vegetation. Upstairs features a complete bonus suite with mini kitchen and electric fireplace, perfect for in-laws, guests, or an ADU. Luxurious master bath with heated tile floors and steam shower. Den/ library with custom built-ins and TV included. Huge kitchen with solid surface counters and downdraft range and wall oven. Priced way under replacement value - quality materials and design throughout. $875,000 CB#12591/MLS#23317273

7 MARINERS LANE This pristine custom 3,023 square feet home is in the gated community of Mariners Village. Home boasts 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, plus two offices, and large bonus. Chef’s kitchen features top-of-the-line appliances, quartz countertops, walk-in pantry, large island, & wall of custom cabinets. Attention to every detail is seen throughout the home. All the floors have been updated with custom bamboo and tile, all 3.5 bathrooms have been remodeled with tile, new cabinetry, and countertops. Private backyard w/ huge new Trex deck, fire pit area, garden shed, extensive landscaping. The community has its own fenced parking area for your RV/boat. $792,000 CB#12580/MLS#23181564

TL601 HWY 101 S. Escape the ordinary and step into your very own recreational paradise with this exceptional parcel of land. Perfectly situated near the dunes, this level and graded lot offers endless possibilities for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Whether you’re dreaming of a serene weekend retreat or a basecamp for outdoor adventures, this F2 zoned gem is your canvas to create the ultimate recreational haven. Buyers and their agents to do due diligence on any additional use. $349,500 CB#12589/ MLS#23633490

812 8TH ST. Welcome to your new haven! This charming splitlevel home, nestled in a highly desirable neighborhood, offers a cozy retreat with endless potential. With 1477 square feet of living space, this property provides ample room for your creative vision to flourish. Gather around the inviting fireplace in the spacious living area, creating the perfect ambiance for relaxation and warm gatherings. A new roof was installed January 2023, so while this home needs some additional love, it presents a fantastic opportunity for those with a creative eye and a desire to make it their own. With a little renovation and personal touch, you can transform this space into a stunning representation of your unique style. End of street privacy within walking distance to shops and Old Town. $450,000 CB#12585/MLS#23045168

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The Sisulaw boys soccer team used a strong defensive effort and halftime adjustments to roll to a 2-0 win over Sweet Home on Sept. 14. While playing on the road, both teams struggled on offense during the first half. Sisulaw fired off 16 shots in the opener half, but the shots either missed the goal or were easy saves for the Sweet Home goalie. “Their defense did a good job of disrupting our plays in front of the goal,” Head Coach Londi Tomaro said. “The Sweet Home offense did not spend much of the game pressuring our goal, but they did make a couple of dangerous through-ball plays past our defense and toward the goal.” At halftime, Tomaro and the coaching staff made adjustments to the offense, opting to take the ball wide down the side and pushing back into the center zone to attack the goal. The changes paid off as Sisulaw made 14 shots in the second half, but many more were on target. Senior Derrick Vanduch put Siuslaw on the board first when he took an outside shot that hit perfectly in the top corner of the goal. ‘This goal energized the team and increased the momentum of the attack dramatically. The

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The Siuslaw boys soccer team has used a stifling defense to open the season strong. team had great passing combinations and moved the ball around the goal to get the best opportunities for shots,” Tomaro said. Charles Nelson added to the Siuslaw lead with a close-range shot passed the goalie. “We also did a good job of winning the ball back after loss of possession. The defense adapted to recognize and thwart

the through-ball play that the Sweet Home offense relied on to get attacking opportunities. Sweet Home did pressure the goal a few times and set up some shots on goal,” Tomaro said. The offensive attack had 30 shots in the game with Nelson and Ray Brito Xilot leading the way with six shots each. Vanduch and Camden Linto each

had four shots and Eli Tannershall recorded three shots. Goalie Terrance Masterman recorded the shutout, giving Siuslaw three shutouts in four games. The win lifted Siuslaw to 3-1 on the season, with the defense allowing just one goal in a 1-0 loss to Taft. Siuslaw was scheduled to host Elmira on Sept. 21 and will visit Sisters at 4 p.m. Sept. 26.

Vikings roll in league opener

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The Siuslaw football team opened league play with a dominant 60-20 win over La Pine on Friday at home. The Vikings dominated throughout to improve to 2-1 on the season and 1-0 in the 3A Mountain Valley League. Siuslaw will visit Harrisburg in a league game at 7 p.m. tonight before returning home to host Creswell at 7 p.m. Sept. 29.

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year I completed building my home, gallery, and Airbnb on Woahink lake. I am now able to devote my time to my art, friends, family, and travel—all which inspire my work.” Sea Gypsy Cottage Gallery, 83419 Highway 101, just south of Florence. The phone number is 541-646-4359 and the website is Sea-Gypsy-Cottage-Gallery. business.site. Oflock was born in Southern California spent her free time in the waters of Ventura, kayaking, sailing, jet skiing, fishing, and enjoying beach bonfires. She moved to Oregon in 1995 and said “I fell in love with all its beauty, the forest, rivers, lakes, and the great people.” The Chamber’s Visitors Center, 290 Highway 101, is open Monday through Friday

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The Florence Area Chamber of Commerce will showcase the work of Regina “Reggie” Offlock at the visitor center gallery in September and October. from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. For more information about the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce, and how to join or volunteer, visit FlorenceChamber.com or call 541-997-3128.

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North Bend man continues to fight for Ukraine By BREE LAUGHLIN Country Media A North Bend man is helping Ukraine defend its’ people from invading Russian soldiers. Kurt Kimble recently returned to his hometown of North Bend, Oregon for a brief visit before returning to fight in the International Legion in Ukraine. “We are progressing slowly and progressively winning on the battlefield because the Ukrainian people are fighting for something – and the Russians aren’t,” Kimble said. Kimble has been injured twice since enlisting in the war. He was shot in the helmet and recently hit by a piece of shrapnel – but he is staying in Ukraine to help them finish the war. “I want to stay fighting as long as it takes,” he said. Kimble moved to Ukraine in 2019. The retired U.S. military veteran was looking to do something different with his life after his wife passed away. He decided to put his military background to use as a volunteer with the Ukrainian police and National Guard. When Russian President Vladimir Putin’s troops invaded the country – Kimble decided to enlist in the Ukrainian Army under the International Legion. “By the time I enlisted in the Ukrainian army, the Russians had already crossed over the border,” he said. “That was a moment when I was like, ‘I need to do something more.’ But what really set me off was the day I saw the maternity hospital blown up – and that really pushed me to go and fight,” Kimble said. Kimble said his family in North Bend supports what he is doing, but they also want him to come home – and he wants that too. But he can’t until he finishes what he started. “I – along with the people – believe what Russia is doing is a criminal act and I want to fight against it,” Kimble said. After almost five years, Kimble said Ukraine has also become his home. Kimble remarried and adopted his wife’s’ daughter. “I have friends. The people have been good to me,” he said. “The Ukrainian people are just phenomenal. They’re hardworking. They love their country.” Ukrainians do not want their country to be invaded. But they are vastly outnumbered, Kimble said. “Putin doesn’t really care if his soldiers die. No. He’s just going to keep pushing people onto Ukraine,” he said. There are other people like Kimble – who grew up in other parts of the world and are willing to fight for Ukraine for humanitarian reasons. Kimble is leading a group of soldiers in the International Legion of Ukraine. The legion consists of infantry and special task battalions from all the world.

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For more than a year, Kurt Kimble has fought for Ukraine despite being a proud American veteran. Kimble, who is from North Bend, will continue to serve as a member of the International Legion in Ukraine. It was formed by Presidential decree right after the outbreak of full-scale Russian invasion. The Legion has taken part in the majority of the crucial campaigns and battles of the war in Ukraine. The former U.S. Army sergeant said his new military role took some adjustment. “I was working with so many different nationalities – people from Germany, Australia, Great Britain, Faroe Islands... the United States and Canada. Sometimes their personalities didn’t match,” he said. As a leader of the International Army, Kimble was put in a peace keeping role, but once everyone got to know each other, everything smoothed over. “A lot of the men that are coming here don’t have military experience and they are some of the best soldiers,” Kimble said. According to Kimble, when Americans watch the major news media coverage of the Ukraine War, they aren’t getting the whole picture. “I’ve watched the American News and it’s always focused on the large cities, the Port of Odesa, Kyiv, sometimes Lviv. The media in the United States doesn’t show the small villages that have been there since the 1700s just wiped away, houses turned into gravel,” Kimble said. Ukrainian people who do not have time to leave the combat zone suffer immensely, he said. “What I would suggest to the American people is not only look at the media here in the United States, go to media overseas, go to the Ukrainian media sites because they have more stories about these little villages just being obliterated,” he said. Kimble’s life has been impacted on a day-to-day basis during the war. He said he and others living in Ukraine must flee underground when there is a threat from the war. “My daughter can’t go to school. Because there’s not enough room in their schoolhouse in the bomb shelter,” he said.

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is represented by a Linthicum: his wife and chief of staff, Diane, also filed to run for the state Senate. Neither Linthicum returned a call Thursday.

campaign finance records. Conrad has not yet filed, but he previously told the Chronicle he plans to run for re-election and looks forward to debating issues.

Republican supporting abortion rights faces primary challenge Darin Harbick, a Republican business owner in the upper McKenzie Valley who ran an unsuccessful primary campaign for U.S. Senate last year, plans to challenge state Rep. Charlie Conrad, R-Dexter. Conrad drew the ire of some Republicans for voting with Democrats for a measure intended to ensure access to abortion and gender-affirming care after talking to doctors and parents and learning more about transgender health care. “When I saw some of the votes that Representative Conrad cast, I was frustrated, and that gave me the desire (to run),” he told the Capital Chronicle. Along with the abortion and gender-affirming care bill, Harbick said he disagreed with Conrad’s vote for a measure that will let voters decide in 2024 whether to adopt a rankedchoice voting system. Harbick also plans to push for more logging, keeping parents involved in public education and restricting government regulations on business. He’s been endorsed by Oregon Right to Life, the state’s largest anti-abortion political group. In June, Oregon Right to Life launched a campaign against Conrad, vowing to do everything it could to keep him from winning a second term. The group’s “Charlie Conrad, You Are Out” political action committee is nearly $1,300 in the hole and received a single $25 contribution, according to

Contested race in key gorge district Freshman Rep. Jeff Helfrich, R-Hood River, is the first incumbent representative facing a serious challenge. Nick Walden Poublon, a former legislative staffer who until Thursday was the vice chair of the Clackamas County Democrats, filed to run against Helfrich in the 52nd House District, which follows the Columbia River east from Troutdale to The Dalles. Helfrich won his race in 2022 by about 1,600 votes, and it’s one of the few truly competitive House seats. Helfrich said the challenge came as no surprise. “It’s a competitive seat and I always knew I would face an opponent,” he said. “I’ve spent the last nine months working to be a bipartisan voice in the Legislature and spending the time to travel around my district, hold meetings and hear from my constituents. None of that is going to change, regardless of who runs against me.” Walden Poublon worked for former Democratic Rep. Lori Kuechler, a Sandy nonprofit consultant who was appointed to represent the district for a few months last year. He said he wants to work on constituent services and advocate for health care for all if elected. “It is a really competitive district that has swung towards Democrats in the past,” Walden Poublon said. “I mean, Helfrich himself has lost in previous runs for the office, has been beaten in the past. And

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I think that it’s a swing district that has a strong chance of going blue in the presidential cycle.” Senate showdown in eastern Oregon Four Republican candidates for the sprawling 29th Senate District filed Thursday, setting up what could be one of the most contested primary elections. Sen. Bill Hansell, R-Athena, is retiring after more than a decade in the Senate, and other eastern Oregon politicians are duking it out for his seat. Wallowa County Commissioner Todd Nash, political activist Andy Huwe, Hermiston Mayor Dave Drotzmann and former Morrow County Commissioner Jim Doherty have also indicated they plan to run. All are Republicans, and the district reliably elects conservative candidates. Seeking representation in Columbia County Drew Layda, a Republican who lost the 2022 primary to freshman Rep. Brian Stout, R-Columbia City, filed for a rematch, saying voters in his district have for years had less representation than other districts. That’s because Stout and his predecessor, former Democratic Rep. Brad Witt, were both stripped of legislative committee assignments over inappropriate sexual behavior. House Speaker Dan Rayfield, D-Corvallis, removed Stout from committees before his term began because Stout was subject to a restraining order from a former campaign volunteer who alleged he sexually assaulted her and threatened her life. Witt, who left office in 2023, lost his committee posts because House Minority Leader Vikki Breese-Iverson, R-Prineville, reported that he sexually harassed her. Stout and Witt were still able to vote on bills, but most work happens in committees. That’s where lawmakers work out amendments, hear from Oregonians and fine-tune bills before they go up for votes. “I would be an extremely thoughtful committee member,” Layda said. “Even if there was a bill pushing forward that I didn’t like, I would be very beneficial for those committees because I could say, ‘Hey, you see those three pieces of language that you have right there, changing them by a word is the difference between 20,000 truckers and loggers coming around our capitol or not.” Stout hasn’t indicated whether he’ll run for reelection. He beat Layda by a 2-to-1 margin in the primary last year, but Layda said this year will be different because allegations against Stout have now been substantiated by a judge.

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The Florence Elks Lodge welcomed Storm Kurth for a brief performance Thursday, September 7. Storm received contributions from the Elks Lodge and the Ladies of Elks to make a once in a lifetime European tour with the Oregon Ambassadors of Music in 2024. Kurth is a sophomore at Siuslaw High School. Her current band director, Mr. Restivo, nominated her to be a part of this tour. She is playing music with three school bands and with the Pacific Coast Wind Ensemble. Storm’s academic goals are to attend the University of Oregon, the best music school in the state, and to play music professionally.

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Florence Regional Arts Alliance and Rhododendron Quilt Guild Unite for an Over Abundance Art Fair

Florence Regional Arts Alliance and Rhododendron Quilt Guild are joining forces to host an Over Abundance Art Fair on Sunday, October 15, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.at Florence Events Center at 715 Quince St. In the cooperative spirit of promoting regional arts, the event offers a unique opportunity for both artists and art lovers. It’s a rare chance to acquire art and craft supplies at significantly reduced prices. The items on sale will range from unused supplies that never found their way into a project to lightly used brushes and other materials. Quilting enthusiasts will be delighted with the abundance of quilting fabric, sewing notions and patterns on offer. The selection may even include a sewing machine or two for those looking to upgrade their equipment or step into the world of quilting. Artists will find an array of supplies to bolster their studios. Expect to find canvases, papers, frames, brushes, books and more. Crafters of all ages and skill levels can look forward to a variety of original boxed craft projects, beads, findings, fabric, craft scissors and stamps. This fair is also a platform for artists to sell their overstock, discontinued items, seconds or experimental pieces at discounted prices. It’s a wonderful opportunity to own a piece of local art that may not be available in regular galleries or exhibits. Come and experience the joy of discovery as you wander through the fair, picking up items for your next project, or simply to appreciate the creativity and talent of the local art community. This event is an important initiative by FRAA and Rhododendron Quilt Guild

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Soul Flow Sundays, a monthly community dance in Florence, will host a Fall Equinox gathering on September 24 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Get ready for a fun, funky and uplifting celebration of the season. Open to everyone, regardless of age or experience level. Call 541-590-3877 to learn more and RSVP.

Waste Wise Lane County, Toolbox Project Announce Florence’s First FixIt Fair

Waste Wise Lane County—part of the Lane County Waste Management Division—and nonprofit Toolbox Project are coordinating with the Florence Habitat for Humanity to organize Florence’s first Fix-

It Fair on Sept. 23. The free public event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in front of the Florence Habitat for Humanity (2004 US-101). Fix-It Fairs promote reuse and repair by offering participants opportunities to have household items repaired by volunteer fixers. Participants can watch and learn repair skills, discover local repair resources, and extend the life of household items—keeping more stuff out of the trash and saving money. This year, Lane County funded the Toolbox Project to introduce the fairs to three cities outside of Eugene for the first time: Springfield (hosted May 12), Cottage Grove (July 22), and Florence. “Florence is a community that has historically championed sustainability, and we are excited to bring the event to the coast,” said Angie Marzano, Lane County Waste Reduction Program Supervisor. “The Habitat for Humanity’s dedication to fostering community and helping folks save money— both foundational goals of our Fix-It Fairs—made them a natural partner. The city of Florence has also been critical in helping us get the word out.” Marzano said that repairs take an average of 30 minutes, and attendees can only bring items that can be “reasonably” carried in.

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People in Oregon could start receiving the nation’s newest COVID-19 vaccines as soon as this week after a federal advisory body today endorsed the updated shots for everyone 6 months or older. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Advisory Committee on Immunization Practice’s decision to recommend the updated mRNA vaccines comes a day after they were authorized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Studies show the vaccines, formulated to target currently circulating variants, induce antibodies against a wide variety of COVID-19 viral variants and are expected to improve protection against serious consequences of COVID-19 infection, including hospitalization and death. According to the CDC, the vaccines have been updated to include a monovalent (single) component that corresponds to the Omicron variant XBB.1.5 and related subvariants. They are approved for individuals 12 and older and authorized under emergency use for individuals 6 months through 11 years old. Paul Cieslak, M.D., medical director for communicable diseases and immunizations at OHA’s Public Health Division, said arrival of the updated monovalent COVID-19 vaccines – made by ModernaTX Inc. and Pfizer Inc.– represents a pivotal moment in Oregon’s COVID-19 response. “They are the first updated vaccines approved after the federal public health emergency ended in May, and the first updated vaccines available on the commercial market,” Cieslak said. “This means we’ve taken a big step toward normalizing COVID-19 as something we live with and manage much as we do for influenza.” The new vaccines’ avail-

ability on the commercial market means health care and vaccine providers must order and receive them directly from the manufacturers. During the pandemic, the federal government arranged for manufacturers to ship vaccines to state health agencies, which then managed orders and shipments for providers. The new COVID-19 vaccines also are being made available at the start of the 2023–2024 respiratory season, when federal and state health agencies begin promoting influenza vaccinations as people send children back to school, head indoors to escape colder weather and gather for holiday celebrations. OHA tracks influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) activity each year between October and April when infection and hospitalization rates are highest. “While we don’t yet know the seasonality of COVID-19, the fall months are when we start seeing flu and RSV cases go up, and COVID-19 hospitalizations are rising even now,” Cieslak said. “That’s why it’s important to have the new monovalent vaccines now so people can get them along with their shots for

influenza and, soon, for RSV.” A new RSV monoclonal antibody immunization for babies and toddlers is expected to be available commercially and to health care providers enrolled in the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program later this fall. A new RSV vaccine for adults 60 and older has been available on the commercial market for several weeks, and people should check with their insurance plan to make sure RSV vaccination is covered. The CDC has not announced a timeline for when the new vaccines will arrive in state-sponsored vaccine programs, such as Oregon’s Vaccine Access Program which provides free vaccines for eligible children and adults. In the meantime, OHA has directed vaccine providers to dispose of any leftover bivalent mRNA COVID-19 vaccines in their storage inventory according to their organizations’ policy for medical waste disposal, and to record wasted doses in Oregon’s ALERT Immunization Information System. Insurance plans will cover the 2023–2024 COVID-19 vaccine when they become available.

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Ada Grange President Megan Schofield and Scholarship Chair Linda Pugh awarded the $500 Harley Huff Sr. Memorial Scholarships to Gavyn James, Megan Davis, Gillian Norton and Hunter Petterson. This is the 30th year Ada has been giving scholarships to Siuslaw and Mapleton seniors. Ada will hold a breakfast fundraiser for the scholarship fund on Sept. 30 from 9 a.m. to noon. On the menu will be biscuits and gravy, eggs, sausage links and pancakes. Donations are greatly appreciated. The Grange Hall is located on Canary Road 10 miles from Highway 101. Pictured are, from left, Linda Pugh, Gavyn James, Megan Davis, Gillian Norton, Hunter Petterson, Megan Schofield.

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sun, creating a spectacular ring of fire around the dark orb (“annular” means ringshaped). A 90-mile-wide shadow will drift east and southward to darken towns like Newport, Waldport, Yachats, Coos Bay, and Bandon. The heart of the deepest, completest part of that shadow — the path of totality — will stretch roughly from Florence southward to Reedsport.

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