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After more than a year of work, the Florence City Council is expected to approve 20-year transportation plan at its Oct. 16 meeting. During the council’s last meeting in September, members heard about the plan, which has been worked on since April 2022. The Transportation System Plan will be used to identify transportation-related projects to be built or improved over the next two decades. The plan looks at roadways in the city, bike paths, pedestrian walkways, sidewalks, driveways and much more. It identifies dozens of proj-

Planning Commission extends hotel review By RODNEY HARWOOD Special to Country Media

The Florence Planning Commission approved a request for an extension for the Design Review for an 86-unit hotel on 13.12-acres of Urban Renewal owned vacant land east of the Florence Event Center, in the Old Town Area C zoning district on Sept. 26 during its regular scheduled meeting. The request by Quince Street Hospitality and Florence Urban Renewal Agency is for the extension is for the Design Review only. The original resolution contains consolidated conditional approvals Planning Commission made on Aug. 23, 2022, for a Design Review and a Site Investigation Report. Because of the short time since approval only an extension of the Design Review portion is necessary. The Design Review includes considerations of the proposed hotel’s architecture, color pallet, parking, lighting, landscaping, pedestrian walkways, common areas, access, and utilities. Site contains 13.41-acres a vacant parcel of land previously being the old Middle School. See REVIEW page 6A

ects that could become reality in the future. One of the biggest challenges is funding the projects. The high-priority projects have an estimated price tag of $36.2 million, with all of the projects expected to cost more than $87 million. With ODOT, Lane County, the federal government and other sources providing some funding, the city of Florence would likely be responsible for half of the funding needs. After hearing the presentation, funding was one of the big concerns councilors voiced. Councilor Sally Wantz asked specifically about the funding. “Where are we going to get $18 million,” Wantz asked about the high-pri-

ority projects. “Where do we get that money?” Michael Duncan, who was representing the state of Oregon in the planning process, said there are state and federal sources available to help. “The very first step in securing that funding is getting it into a plan like this,” Duncan said. “Any grant application you fill out, the first question is whether the project is included in a plan.” City Manager Erin Reynolds said funding would be a mix of state and federal grants along with local sources. “That $87 million number is something to plan for, but it is not something that is funded right now,” Reynolds said. “This has tools you

way we can find it,” Ward said.. “Whatever makes sense.” While funding is still a question, the council also emphasized adopting the plan is just the start. “This is a 20-year plan. We can’t have everything at once. It’s going to take time,” Councilor Jo Beaudreaux said. “I do really appreciate all the time and energy and people who participated in this. I do think this is a really special thing we’ve been able to do.” Ward said he is excited to see some changes made. “I hope I live for at least another 10 years, because that will be the report card about how this actually turns out, and I hope it turns out

very well,” he said. The plan outlines the city’s transportation goals over the next two decades and will be a blueprint for this and future councils to use to prioritize available funding. After discussing the plan, councilors chose to wait before making a final decision. While the public hearing on the plan closed without public comment, the council did allow comments to be made electronically through Oct. 9. To learn more, visit https://www. ci.florence.or.us/planning/florence-transportation-system-plan-tsp-update-project The council will have a chance to vote on adopting the plan at its Oct. 16 meeting.

Artists, crafters hosting “Overabundance Art Fair” By BREE LAUGHLIN Country Media Anyone who has ever had a hobby knows that it can be easy to get carried away with supplies. Local artists, quilters and other hobbyists have decided to share the wealth by selling supplies that they no longer need. The Florence Regional Arts Alliance and Rhododendron Quilt Guild are uniting for the Overabundance Art Fair. This unique opportunity to support local artists and quilters will take place on Sunday, Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.at the Florence Events Center at 715 Quince St.

The Florence Regional Arts Alliance and Rhododendron Quilt Guild are joining forces to host an Overabundance Art Fair on Sunday, Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.at the Florence Events Center at 715 Quince St. Courtesy photos “Every artist and craft- out of that,” she said. The items on sale will er seems to have things that they no longer use,” range from unused supsaid Elaine Thornton, plies that never found an event chair with the their way into a project Florence Regional Arts to lightly used brushes Alliance. and other materials. “So far, I’ve got things “They’re still good, but they’re just no lon- like fabric, stained glass ger used. So, the over- supplies and jewelry abundance sale has come making supplies, as well

as pottery, paints and canvases. That’s just a few of the things people have already told me that they’ll be bringing,” Thornton said. 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. Overabundance Art Fair-goers can expect to find canvases, papers, See FAIR page 6A

Circles in the Sand returns to Florence for Eclipse Day The Siuslaw News

Nationally celebrated Circles in the Sand beach art returns to Florence on October 14 on the beach in front of Driftwood Shores Resort and Conference Center. “This is always an uplifting event at a great time of year to visit Florence’s beaches,” said Bettina Hannigan, president/ CEO of the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce. “People come from all over. It’s wildly artistic, spiritually uplifting for many, and incredibly unique among beach events anywhere in the country. And because it

from 8:05 a.m. to 10:38 a.m. with its maximum at 9:18 a.m. The moon will cover about 97 percent of the sun, revealing a spectacular ring of fire around its edges. A giant labyrinth will be carved in the sand beginning at 3 p.m. by expert sand artist Denny Dyke and his team. A public walkthrough of the labyrinth begins around 5 p.m. High tide is at 1:17 p.m., low tide will be at Nationally-renowned Circles in the Sand will 7:54 p.m., and sunset will return to Florence on Oct. 14, with the art in the be at 7:02 p.m., maksand drawn at the beach in front of Driftwood ing this window of time Shores Resort. Contributed photos a prime opportunity for is the same day as the an- to stay in Florence for the families and friends to nular eclipse, we think a whole weekend.” enjoy the wide swaths of lot of people might want The eclipse takes place beach for beachcombing,

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can use, and we can discuss that in the future. There’s a lot more work to be done at the conclusion of the adoption of this plan that will involve you as council as well as the community.” Wants said she agreed, saying the city should make grants a priority. “I’m going to be a proponent of the city getting and hiring a grant writer to help get these funds,” Wantz said. “I think it’s something we need to consider to reduce the workload of staff and increase efficiency is having a professional grant writer.” Mayor Rob Ward said all sources of funding would be considered. “I’m sure we will be looking for money any

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OBITUARIES M A RT I N — K e n n e t h life. He had the unique Gerald Martin passed ability to make those on September 20, 2023 who met him feel like a in Florence, close friend. He Oregon. He connected with was born on people through June 2nd 1938 his wonderful in Santa Cruz, sense of huCA to Lucille mor and loved and Howard to make them Martin. He laugh. In recent was preceded years he lived in death by his Kenneth Martin for the opporsister, Elaine. tunities to reUpon graduation from main active within his Lincoln High in San Fran- community, enjoying his cisco Ken was compelled life and embracing the to serve his country and moments that brought enlisted in the Navy for a him joy. tour of the Pacific. When Ken, a loving and dehe returned he took a job voted father and grandtending bar at an estab- father is survived by lishment he would even- his brother Randy, sistually buy. This was the ter-in-law Trisha, sons beginning of a remark- Kenny, Billy and Jimable career as a bar and my, daughter Kerry and restaurant owner in San his many grandchildren, Francisco, Sausalito and g r e a t - g r a n d c h i l d r e n , Healdsburg. His busi- nieces and nephews. He ness success provided will be missed. him with the opportuA private ceremony nity to pursue his many will be held at a date passions. Chief among yet to be determined. them, deep sea salmon Burns’s Riverside Chapel fishing and wine making, Florence Funeral Home. each of which he parlayed into successful side SINDT—Judy Ann businesses. Sindt, age 80 passed His family will remem- away September 27th in ber him for his kindness her home in Eugene, Orand intelligence, and egon. She was born July for the enthusiasm with 14, 1943 to Merle and which he approached Tacy Girton in Florence,

Oregon. She and her old- welcomed more grander brother Gordon at- children, Cristian and tended all 12 years in the Benjamin. Jim and Judy Siuslaw school district. continued to reside in Judy found true love Eugene, a place they lovwith Jim Sindt in her ear- ingly called home for the ly years and they became rest of her years. There childhood sweethearts, they continued to build sealing their love in mar- their roots with a life riage on July 22, 1961. rich in love and family Their loving home grew and friends. when they were blessed In her later years, she and welcomed Julie in became a loving and dot1963 and Jeff in 1964 ing great-grandmother. into their lives. Raising Her two children only 11 great-grandchildren; months apart was an ad- Lucas, Blake, Addison venture in itself, often and Lauren held a spefeeling more like raising a cial place in her heart, pair of wild twins. Judy, and she lived to be there as a stay-at-home mom, for every school event presided over their home and sporting activity, with a unique blend of from baking cookies to love and patience only a having sleepovers, and mother can provide. sharing in fits of laughThe family contin- ter. She showered them ued to expand, Judy with love, creating cherfound much joy in be- ished memories that will ing a grandmother to endure for generations to Jamie and Jessica, Julie come. and her husband Joe’s Judy’s unwavering daughters. Natlove was the urally, followcornerstone ing their adult of the family, children, Jim it epitomised and Judy’s jourthe loving ney led them to and harmoEugene. where nious home they could be that Judy and closer to their Jim diligently grandchildren. built. TogethJudy Sindt In later years, er, they naviJeff and his wife Tammy gated life’s unpredictable

Ned Hickson to present writing workshop The Siuslaw Public Library is pleased to announce that Ned Hickson will be presenting a free writing workshop on Sat., Sept. 14th, from 10am to 12 noon in the library’s Bromley Room. In this two-hour workshop, “Creating a Roadmap for Your Novel or Memoir,” Hickson will provide attendees with a solid foundation from which to outline their novel, memoir, or book manuscript through an eight-step process. Topics that will be discussed during the workshop include: exploring

a writer’s tools and defining their voice; using the eight-step outline process to build a roadmap for the project; revising the manuscript; and thoughts on staying motivated and what publishing options

to consider. Ned Hickson is an award-winning nationally syndicated columnist and retired journalist. He has been awarded “Best Local Column” and “Best Commentary” from both the Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association and the Society of Professional Journalists. His first book, Humor at the Speed of Light (2013), is a collection of columns over his 23 years at the Siuslaw News, where he also served as editor-in-chief from 2016 to 2021. His second book, Pearls of Writing Wis-

dom: From 16 Shucking Years as a Columnist (2016), is a humorous writer’s guide offering tips, inspiration, and insights from his many years as a columnist and writer. Hickson’s first novel, No Safe Harbor, was just published this summer. Currently he is working on a young adult paranormal fiction mystery planned for release in August 2024. This program is free and open to the public. For more information, please contact the library at (541) 997-3132.

currents, sharing in its joys and sorrows. Judy’s life was a delightful mix of sewing, gardening, shopping, and an absolute devotion to animals, especially her beloved cats. These weren’t just hobbies; they were her secret to happiness. She loved to craft a masterpiece with a needle and thread, turn a garden into a rainbow of colors, and shop like it was an Olympic sport – always finding a great deal and trendy clothes. And let’s not forget her furry friends; her cats had the VIP treatment in her home. In Judy’s world, joy came from these simple pleasures, and she made sure to share that joy with everyone around her. Her legacy lives on in the beauty she created and the laughter she brought to our lives. Jim, her devoted husband, was her best friend

throughout their journey, offering unwavering love and support. Her beautiful smile not only illuminated every room but also warmed Jim’s heart, a testament to their enduring love and companionship. Judy’s life was marked by love and resilience, but it was also touched by profound loss. She endured the devastating loss of her son, Jeff, a heartache that left a lasting void in her heart. In Judy’s life, we witnessed the enduring power of love. She taught us that love does not diminish in the face of loss; instead, it grows stronger, becoming a light that guides forward. She may have been preceded in death by her son, Jeff, but her love for him and for all of us endures, a reminder of the strength of the human spirit and the enduring power of love.

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Feathers, Fins & Fur—Calling all artists The 2023 Backstreet Gallery Community Challenge is now accepting applications for Feathers, Fins & Fur. So, fly, swim or scamper through your creativity and create your special artistic work. As the name implies, all artwork must have a connection with the theme, Feather, Fins & Fur. Please note that real feathers have legal limitations The art may be hanging or freestanding. The sizes may not exceed 11”x14” or 154 square

inches for hanging pieces, and 12”x15”x9” or 540 cubic inches for the freestanding pieces. For applications, stop by the gallery. 1421 Bay Street, Florence, or go to backstreetgallery.org/events/ Community-Challenge. Two avid supporters of the arts in Florence, Harlen Springer and Chantelle Meyers, will jury the show’s submissions. Chantelle is currently Florence Economic Development and Communications Analyst for the city of Florence. Her

position as editor of the Siuslaw News made good use of her creative skills. Harlen is currently the Vice Chair of the Oregon Arts Commission. He was appointed to the Commission by the Governor in 2019. The due date for completed applications is October 28. Find applications at the Gallery or on line. The art will be delivered to Backstreet Gallery, 1421 Bay Street, by November 2. The gallery is open daily at 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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HOLY COW! HISTORY: How a Swindler Pulled a Fast One on a Texas Town By J. Mark Powell InsideSources.com Tiny houses are all the rage these days. A growing number of Americans are selling their grownup homes and cramming their belongings into ludicrously teeny structures the size of glorified dollhouses. A century ago, folks in one Texas town decided to build something very big. But they got something very little instead. And nobody was amused by it. Here’s the story of how a swindler built the world’s smallest skyscraper. It all started with Texas’ big oil boom in the early days of the 20th century. Nothing that immense had ever been discovered before, gigantic seas of petroleum that seemed to stretch forever underground. In 1912, gushers spurted in the Burkburnett Field just outside Wichita Falls, Texas, luring more than 20,000 people there in five years. Ordinary folks became millionaires overnight, and money flowed like, well, oil. Wichita Falls wanted to

be more than just another boom town. It wanted something that would put it on the map. And in the 1910s, nothing did that better than building a skyscraper. America was skyscraper crazy at the time. New York was home to the country’s biggest buildings, of course. But Chicago, San Francisco and other cities were busily erecting them. Newspapers eagerly reported each new record-setting height. If your town wanted to be considered a serious city, it better have a skyscraper. Which was precisely what J.D. McMahon proposed building in 1919. Sure, Wichita Falls already had its share of buildings on the larger side. But McMahon was talking big. Big. BIG! Not much is known about the man. McMahon seems to have been a Philadelphian who turned up amid the rush of boomers and ran a company that built oil drilling rigs. He worked out of the little brick Newby Building. As you would imagine, office space was in high demand at the

time. So McMahon suggested killing two birds with one stone: building a skyscraper that would provide much-needed offices while also serving as Wichita Falls’ calling card to the world. Blueprints were drawn up showing a 48-story annex to the existing Newby Building. McMahon circulated them among local movers and shakers. With so much cash floating around, he had no trouble finding ready investors. Five of them ponied up $200,000, more than $3.5 million in today’s dollars. And so ground was broken, building materials were unloaded, and the new building went up. Then, almost as soon as construction started, it was finished. McMahon’s “skyscraper” topped out at just four stories. Each floor held only one tiny office. The structure stood 40 feet — about the same size as seven tall men — and had one of the least impressive views from any skyscraper anywhere. Wichita Falls was now on the map, all right. It

was the laughingstock of Texas. But the five investors weren’t laughing. They immediately hauled McMahon into court, where they promptly ran into a legal wall. When the lawyers took a close look at McMahon’s blueprints, they were stunned by what they saw. The investors, who had practically tripped over themselves rushing to get in on the deal, hadn’t read the fine print. The plans were drawn to a scale that was in inches, not feet! Meaning the building raised 480 inches — not 480 feet as the men who’d put down the money had assumed. Even worse, no evidence was found proving McMahon ever spoke the words “48 stories,” “48 floors,” or anything of the sort. He had relied instead on the conman’s greatest asset, his victims’ greed, and had swindled them with surgical precision. The judge had no choice but to rule in McMahon’s favor. He had legally delivered what he had promised. Case See HISTORY page 5A

Goats can be a forest’s best friend By Dave Marston

Goats are particularly good at one thing: Eating. Unlike a horse or cow that leaves noxious weeds behind, goats eat the whole menu of pesky weeds, bushes and small trees. That means goats can be one of the answers to the growing problem of tinder-dry, highly flammable forests. In Durango, Colorado, former firefighter Jonathan Bartley runs a business called DuranGoats, along with partner Adrian Lacasse, and it’s so popular they’re booked daily. Their herd usually works along the wildland-urban interface of the San Juan National Forest, clearing undergrowth around private houses in heavily wooded, steep areas at the town’s periphery. Thanks to his work, FRIDAY

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WHERE TO WRITE President Joseph Biden State Rep. Boomer Wright The White House (Dist. 9) 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW PO Box 39000 Washington, D.C. 20500 Florence, OR 97439 Comments: 202-456-1111 503-986-1409 | 541-361-6042 Switchboard: 202-456-1414 Email: Rep.BoomerWright@ TTY/TDD: 202-456-6213 oregonlegislature.gov www.whitehouse.gov Lane County Dist. 1 Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek Commissioner Ryan Ceniga 900 Court St., Suite 254 125 E. Eighth St. Eugene, OR 97401 Salem, Ore. 97301-4047 503-378-4582 541-682-4203 www.oregon.gov/gov Email: Ryan.Ceniga@ co.lane.or.us U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden 202-224-5244 | 541-431-0229 Florence City Council www.wyden.senate.gov Mayor Rob Ward & Councilors Bill Meyer, Sally Wantz, Robert U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley Carp & Jo Beaudreaux 202-224-3753 | 541-465-6750 Florence City Hall, 250 www.merkley.senate.gov Highway 101, Florence, 97439 541-997-3437 U.S. Rep. Val Hoyle ci.florence.or.us (4th Dist.) 202-225-6416 Dunes City Council www.hoyle.house.gov Mayor Sheldon Meyer & Councilors Rory Hammond, Tom Mallen, Susan Snow, State Sen. Dick Anderson (Dist. 5) Melissa Stinson, Robert Orr 503-986-1705 & Melissa Stinson Email: Sen.DickAnderson@ Dunes City Hall, 82877 Spruce St., Westlake, OR 97493 oregonlegislature.gov 541-997-3338 dunescityhall.com

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By Cal Applebee Guest article No, this isn’t a political statement. It’s much simpler. It’s a brief story on how electricity came to western Lane County. It seems so easy now – we walk into a room, flip a switch and the lights come on. But just one hundred years ago, it certainly was not, as electricity which we take for granted now, was just then finding its way to the western Lane region. Electrical power itself has been around for a couple centuries, but unlike the progression of modern technology today, it took decades and generations to evolve as a source for our society. While battery power was developed and used to power the new telegraph invention in the mid-1800’s, other power struggles were taking place between inventors such as Franklin and Tesla, to develop generated power. The first AC power distributed from a central location took place in New York City in 1882. Throughout the late 1800’s and early 1900’s various power sources were tried such as coal power, more prevalent in the east, and hydro power, more prevalent in the west. In Oregon, 1889 saw the first hydroelectric power for long distance transmission in the Pacific Northwest from Willamette Falls in Oregon City, to Portland. The early 1900’s saw accelerated activity in electrical evolution, particularly in Oregon. During

WWI, many industries turned to electrification to fuel America’s contribution to the war effort. The hydro power of the Columbia River was recognized as potentially beneficial as early as 1916. In the 1920’s and early 1930’s the Federal government began exploring the creation, distribution and regulation of the nation’s young electric grid, resulting in the Rural Electrification Act in 1936 under FDR’s administration, which led shortly thereafter to the building of the Bonneville Dam and creation of the Bonneville Power Administration. The passing of the REA accelerated the distribution of electricity throughout the Pacific Northwest, just in time for WWII a few years later. Prior to the creation of the Rural Electrification Act in 1936 and construction of the Bonneville Dam shortly thereafter, it is estimated that only ten percent of the nation’s rural and farming Americans had electricity. In the Pacific Northwest we enjoyed a greater percentage of 27.5. Thanks largely to the electric grid created by the Bonneville Dam, by 1950 that percentage for Oregon was 59, and by the early 1970’s, nearly all rural Americans in the United States had electricity. When originally proposed, some regional and national opponents against the construction of the Bonneville Dam maintained that it wasn’t cost feasible when compared

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to the impact on the river’s commercial navigation traffic and its fisheries. However, even the Planning Board’s forecast that the dam’s generation capacity would be absorbed within nine years was probably shortsighted, in light of the Pacific Northwest’s entry into war preparations for the next decade. In addition to the huge positive impact it had on the nation’s high unemployment, particularly our region, coming out of the Depression, it virtually propelled Oregon into the industrial revolution and contributed to our state’s economic survival and growth. Definitive details of the local appearance of electricity have been sketchy to confirm, but research suggests that the telephone was the first utility to arrive in Florence between 1904 and 1908, “followed by electricity and water”. Early Florentine, Joaquin Miller and his brothers obtained waterpower rights on the Siuslaw River at Swisshome in 1911, to erect an electric power plant “sufficient to supply Florence, Mapleton, Acme and Glenada” but I found no other confirmation that the effort was successful. 1912 appears to be a pivotal year in the electrification of Florence with streetlights coming to town that year. I also found references in 1912 to both Florence Electric Co. purchasing property on 1st Street, now Bay Street, as well as Siuslaw

Electric Co., also located on 1st Street/Bay Street, and who operated two generators to supply power to Florence. That first Florence source generated electricity utilizing sawdust and wood refuse from a nearby mill, to power its boiler. A September 1912 article in ‘The West’ reported “for family use they intend to supply electricity for ironing, heating and power purposes…cheaper than gasoline and requires no other starting device than a turn of the switch”. Vague references continue through the archives of the Siuslaw Pioneer Museum to both firms on through the teens. In the 1930’s, efforts were made in Florence and Mapleton to form a power district to serve the Siuslaw region, and ten years later, Florence voters chose to annex to the Central Lincoln PUD in 1944, which had purchased West Coast Power just in May of 1943. It had operated a diesel-powered generator in Florence and may have been the successor to Florence Electric Co. or Siuslaw Electric Co., but I found no confirmation of that. It has taken a plethora of parties and efforts over the last century to bring power to the people in the Siuslaw region. So, the next time you flip that switch to illuminate the darkness in your home, think about the early Florentines, and be thankful for the progress we enjoy today. You may just get a charge out of it!

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bought it and restored it, then returned it to private hands. After celebrating its centennial, the old building is roaring into the 21st century in fine form. The investors and the people of Wichita Falls were eventually able to grin at their misfortune. In fact, the building is now a historic landmark drawing visitors to the town, a physical reminder that despite the saying, everything isn’t always bigger in … oh, you know. ABOUT THE WRITER J. Mark Powell is a novelist, former TV journalist and diehard history buff. Have a historical mystery that needs solving? A forgotten moment worth remembering? Please send it to HolyCow@ insidesources.com.

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up burned areas to burn again, often quickly. Bartley has big ambitions for his goat herd, which can clear a quarter-acre in a day. DuranGoats charges $400 daily, he said, much less than the cost of a crew of landscapers armed with weed whackers and loppers on hilly, broken terrain. Moreover, the goats’ sharp hooves churn the dirt and fertilize it with poop and pee, setting up a regenerative cycle that improves the soil. In northwestern Montana, former journalist David Reese has a similar business called Montana Goat. His herd moves daily, and once the animals

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Book Review “Astor” by Anderson Cooper The story of the Astors is an extraordinary but true tale of ambition, invention, destruction, and reinvention—and of cunning, determination, hard work, hubris, infighting, and greed. One of the wealthiest men to have ever lived, John Jacob Astor arrived in New York in 1783 and built a fortune through a ruthless expansion of his beaver-trapping business, which he grew into an empire through real estate that enriched him at the expense of Manhattan’s poorest residents. In later generations, Astors ruled Gilded Age New York society—Caroline Schermerhorn Astor essentially invented it—and got into the hospitality business with the legendary Waldorf-Astoria

hotel, among others. Yet for all their unimaginable success, the Astors also endured crushing tragedy and reversals of fortune. John Jacob IV perished in the Titanic disaster, its most famous victim. His cousin William Waldorf Astor renounced the United States. Rifts would split siblings and pit cousins against one another, legal battles would create irreparable divides, and mansions would be built and razed, or fall into disrepair. By 2009, when Brooke Astor’s son was convicted of defrauding his elderly mother—who had herself married into the family for money—the Astor dynasty was effectively over. In this unconventional, page-turning historical biography, featuring blackand-white and color photographs, Anderson Cooper and Katherine Howe chronicle the lives of the Astors and offer a window onto the making of America itself.

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to present Ned Hickson presenting his “Creating a Roadmap for Your Novel or Memoir” workshop on Saturday, Oct. 14th, from 10am to 12 noon, in the library’s Bromley Room. This twohour workshop will provide attendees with a solid foundation from which to outline their novel, memoir, or book manuscript through an eight-step process. It will also include how to define your writing voice, your direction, and how to stay motivated. Hickson is an award-winning nationally syndicated columnist and retired journalist. His first novel, No Safe Harbor, was just published this summer, but he has published numerous non-fiction books, including Humor at the Speed of Life and Pearls of Writing Wisdom.

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Jose Andres, Slaughterhouse-Five by Kurt Vonnegut, Europe Central by William Vollman, Assassination Vacation by Sarah Vowell, and Vietnam: An Epic Tragedy by Max Hastings, and many more. You can pick up a game board at the library or on our website at: https://siuslawlibrary.info/ reading-challenge. While we focus on a specific letter each month for our display you can read in any order. At the end of the year, after having read one book from each letter, you can turn in your game board for entry into a prize drawing. Mapleton Branch Library Just as a reminder, our Mapleton branch library is open Wednesdays through Saturdays, from 12 noon to 5pm. It’s very convenient, especially for upriver folks, to stop in and pick up books and DVDS and other materials, or use the Internet computer (for up to one hour). The branch is located in the Lion’s Club Building on Riverview Avenue.

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Reading Challenge This month the Siuslaw Reading Challenge has moved up to the letter “V.” We have the classic Candide by Voltaire, V is for Writing Workshop with Vengeance by Sue Grafton, Ned Hickson The library is pleased Vegetables Unleashed by

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strip leaves off small trees and gobble up the cheatgrass and knapweed, he said, it’s quick work to chainsaw small trees and dead branches. Like Bartley, Reese has found he has almost more business than he can handle. He plans to scale his herd to 400 goats, while Bartley aims to build up to 100 goats. Both are angling for bigger contracts from homeowners and also government agencies. Finding four-legged workers is easy. “A male dairy goat has a life expectancy of a week,” said Bartley. “They’re not plump like meat goats, have no dairy value and often are dispatched at

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firefighters was included in the Senate’s proposed bipartisan Continuing Resolution to extend government funding through November 17, and Senators Merkley and Wyden are continuing to press for a permanent fix. In their letter, Wyden and Merkley noted that the increasing threat posed by wildfires has contributed to firefighter recruitment and retention challenges – including low pay, unaffordable housing and mental health strain. “We are grateful for the bravery of our wildland firefighters. We remain committed to delivering permanent, comprehensive pay reform for our wildland firefighters by the end of this fiscal year,” the senators concluded. The letter was led by U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, D-Colo. Alongside Wyden and Merkley, the letter was signed by U.S. Senators Ben Ray Luján, D-N.M., Mark Kelly, D-Ariz., Angus King, I-Maine, John Hickenlooper D-Colo., Jacky Rosen D-Nev., Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., and Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn.

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6A | FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2023 | SIUSLAW NEWS trip to Florence. Dyke is based near Bandon and does several beach draws each year on Bandon’s beaches, and has gained an international following. In the early years of his work, it was not uncommon to see mentions of “crop circles” or “alien art” after his work was found on the sand. His first intention was to create labyrinths so that everyone could enjoy a walk on the sand. Dyke’s volunteer drawing team starts with a blank canvas of sand and then creates a beautiful work of art for all to enjoy. Every pattern has a single path that spirals and meanders with no wrong turns or dead ends throughout the entire labyrinth before returning

REVIEW from page 1A “We also have a proposal for on-site food trucks. We’re not sure that the recommendation for a small café is in the best interest at this point,” said Quince Street Hospitality and Florence Urban Renewal Agency representative Matt Braun. “We have been playing with different options on safety with traffic flow and parking. “We are also viewing landscaping options with different trees and their location.” The original approval expired Aug. 23, after the applicant provided the extension request. In August of 2022, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution PC 22 05 DR 04 & SR 22 11 SIR 06 allowing the Quince Street Wyndham Microtel Design Review and Phase

1 Site Investigation Report A consolidated application to request approval for a Design Review and Phase 1 Site Investigation Report to consider plans for building architecture, parking, lighting, landscaping, access, utilities, and hazard abatement for the Quince Street Microtel. “Staff is comfortable for the extension for one year. Within the resolution, it talks about a comprehensive impact study, which will come under review,” Senior Planner Roxanne Johnston said. In other action, the Planning Commission approved Resolution PC 23 28 VAR 01 for the Pine Crossing Design Review Variance. The application by Pat Hammons, on behalf of Coastal Development Partners, LLC, is for a

single-family, attached dwelling design with a variance request to City of Florence driveway standards. The supplemental application to a 46-lot ten-

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FAIR from page 1A 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. Event organizers are inviting the community to come to the event to experience the joy of discovery as they wander through the fair, picking up items for their next project, or simply to appreciate the creativity and talent of the local art community. “We had a similar event last year and everyone loved it. They are able to get good items at a discounted rate,” Thornton said. The Overabundance

Art Fair is an initiative by the Florence Regional Arts Alliance (FRAA) and Rhododendron Quilt Guild to support the local arts scene by providing a platform for artists to reach out to the community and for art lovers to support them in return. “Both organizations are always willing to answer questions about themselves,” Thornton

said. “We’re always willing to get new members and answer any questions people have about our goals,” she said. The Florence Regional Arts Alliance ensures the vibrant and diverse art scene in Florence continues to grow and thrive. For more information about this organization, visit www.fraaoregon. org.

The Rhododendron Quilt Guild is a community of quilters who share a love for quilting. The guild offers resources and support to quilters of all levels and actively promotes quilting in the Florence Area. For more information about this organization, visit www. rhodyquilt.com.

near its entrance. Like the eclipse, the event is free to attend and will be held rain or shine. Labyrinth walkers can receive a commemorative window sticker and coupons for Sand Mater Sandboarding, Mo’s Seafood & Chowder, and BJ’s Ice Cream. With the solar eclipse the same day, parking in the neighborhood near Driftwood Shores will be at a premium. Take advantage of the free shuttle service from Munsel Lake Plaza (between Sand Master Park and Fred Meyer) down to Driftwood Shores from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. “The city of Florence Transportation Committee is sponsoring the free

shuttle during the event. The committee voted to collaborate with Rhody Express, Florence’s public transportation provider through Lane Transit District, to support community-driven efforts toward recreational opportunities and cultural events,” says Chantelle Meyer, Economic Development/ Communications Analyst for the City. For more information on this and other local festivals and events, contact the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center, 290 Highway 101, visit FlorenceChamber.com, or call 541-9973128. The visitor center is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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SAND from page 1A tors alike.” “We are eagerly looking forward to another amazing and unique beach draw,” said Lon Beale, event sponsor and owner of Sand Master Sandboarding and Venomous Sandboards in Florence. “We would like to extend a warm welcome to everyone; and don’t forget, it’s completely free.” Other sponsors include Sea Lion Caves, Florence Area Chamber of Commerce, Lofy Construction, Sand Dunes Frontier, BJ’s Old Fashioned Ice Cream, and Mo’s Seafood & Chowder. Circles in the Sand was created in 2011 by labyrinth expert Denny Dyke. This will be Dyke’s sixth

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FOURSQUARE CHURCH 1624 Highway 101 (next to A&W) –- 997-6337 Pastor George Pagel – Something for the entire family. Sunday Service 10:00 am Wednesday Bible Study returns this Fall. Website: florence4square.com

NEW LIFE LUTHERAN E.L.C.A. COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 21st & Spruce Streets—997-8113 4590 Hwy. 101 N, across from Fred MeyerPastor, Paul Strike • All are welcome. 541 997-7418 Sunday in-person worship service@ 10:30. SUNDAY SERVICES - Adult Bible Study Also available to you on website 9:30 AM; Worship 10:45 AM; www.florencenewlifelutheran.org. High School Youth 7- 9 PM MID-WEEK- Women’s Bible Study-Tuesday PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF THE SIUSLAW 10:00-Noon and Thursday 3996 N Hwy 101 541-997-7136 7:00-8:00PM; Men’s Bible Study Thursday Internet and in person Sunday Services at 10:30am, 8:00-9:30 AM; Middle Adult Sunday School is at 9:30am. School Youth Wed. 7-9 PM. Call the church for details. Sunday Worship streams live at Community Baptist Reverend Greg Wood Church Facebook Page All Welcome. Come as you are. CROSS ROAD ASSEMBLY OF GOD RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS (QUAKERS) Corner of 10th & Maple- 541-997-3533 “War is still not the answer.” FCNL Sunday 9am We meet Sunday’s at 11am in our homes. 1st Service in person Call 541-515-8191 for locations. Sunday 11am 2nd Service in person & Online RESURRECTION LUTHERAN CHURCH, L.C.M.S. Children’s Church (0yrs-12yrs) in person & Online Worship Services 10 am • Bible Study 9:00 am Wednesdays at 7pm Pastor Steve Waterman https://www.florencecrossroadag.org/church-online 85294 Hwy. 101 S. – 997-8038 Other platforms update after the service. Facebook.com/ResurrectionLutheranChurchFlorence florencecrossroadag.org www.puppro.wixite.com/rlcflorence office@florencecrossroadag.org ST. ANDREW’S EPISCOPAL Church Welcomes You FLORENCE CHRISTIAN CHURCH Worship Sun. 10am Wed 11am 2135 19th St. 2nd & Ivy - 541-997-2961 - Non-Denominational 541-997-6600 standssecretary19@gmail.com Labyrinth & Service is on Sunday at 10:00 am Garden daily 8am-5pm Sunday Service also streaming live at 10am “Be the change.” at florencechurch.com FLORENCE JEWISH HAVURAH MEETS ONE FRIDAY NIGHT MONTHLY 541-590-3611 OR 831-419-6275 FLORENCE UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP 87738 Hwy 101 at Heceta Beach Road RUAUU? Come explore the answer with us. Sunday Worship Services ~ 10:00am www.florenceuuf.com

SAINT MARY, OUR LADY OF THE DUNES CATHOLIC CHURCH 1.5 miles south of river on Hwy 101 – 997-2312 COVID-19 Compliant Masses have been scheduled. Please call our office for details.

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Scholars reveal the history of sea otters, a now-absent cultural keystone species in Oregon Oregon’s nearshore waters were once the homeland to thousands of sea otters, an iconic species in the history of what is now known as Oregon. Sea otters have held a special role in the cultural, spiritual, and economic life of coastal Native American communities, with oral traditions documenting the species’ significance. Their lustrous pelts brought great wealth in late eighteenth- and nineteenth-century China, motivating Euro-Americans to broker some of the earliest contact and trade between themselves and Native American people along the Oregon coast. Over a century of zealous hunting and trading of sea otters, by Native people and Euro-Americans, eliminated the species from Oregon’s coastal waters over 100 years ago. In a special section of the Fall 2023 issue of the Oregon Historical Quarterly (OHQ), “Sea Otters in Oregon,” local scholars explore the existence and significance of the species in the region, drawing on academic work, archival records, archaeological findings, and Native oral tradition to trace the history of this now-absent ecological and cultural keystone species. Although most accounts of the extirpation of sea otters from the Oregon coast focus on the well-documented international maritime fur trade of the late eighteenth and early twentieth centuries, the authors reveal historical records that demonstrate sea otters persisted much later. In “Glimpses of Oregon’s Sea Otters,” Camer-

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on La Follette and Douglas Deur introduce the history of Oregon’s now-extinct sea otter population, describing the emergence of the Chinese market that created and sustained the hunt, the British discovery of potential profits of trading sea otter pelts, and the rise of American traders. Douglas Deur, Peter Hatch (Hanis Coos, Siuslaw), and Hannah Wellman explore the complimentary lines of evidence of sea otters’ significance among Native oral tradition and archaeological findings in “The House Full of Otters: Recalling Human-Sea Otter Relationships on an Indigenous Oregon Coast.” Native oral traditions recall a rich history of human encounters with sea otters and speak of the species’ ubiquity, significance, and

sentience. Archaeological evidence of sea otter use, found on sites along the Oregon coast, further attest to this longstanding relationship. In “The Invisible Slaughter: Local Sea Otter Hunters on the Oregon Coast,” Cameron La Follette, Richard Ravalli, Peter Hatch, Douglas Deur, and Ryan Tucker Jones uncover a long-ignored history of sea otters continuing to inhabit the Oregon coast, although in diminishing numbers, much later than the early nineteenth century, when well-documented accounts associated with international maritime history place their drastic decline and regional extirpation. Their research suggests that sea otter extinction on the Oregon coast (and Washington and California as well) resulted from house-

Delay in fall outdoor burning season until October 15

Lane County residents will have to wait until Sunday, October 15, for the opening of the fall outdoor burning season. The season was originally scheduled to start on October 1. However, the decision to delay has been jointly made by the Lane County Fire Defense Board and the Oregon Department of Forestry. “The recent rainfall, though promising, is not

sufficient to declare the end of fire season,” said Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA) spokesperson, Travis Knudsen. “Lane County and statewide fire authorities have made this decision out of an abundance of caution.” While the burning season is delayed, yard debris may not be burned. Residents can use services like Lane Forest Products,

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Please call the Siuslaw News at 541-997-3441 to sign up. You may pay by credit or debit card. There are two classes being offered. Positions in the class are on a first paid for, first reserved basis and classes are limited to the first 25 paying participants in each class.

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Rexius, or Lane County’s transfer stations and dumpsites for disposing of woody yard material in the interim. Violations for burning during the closed season could result in fines ranging from $50 to $2,500 or more. LRAPA has also released a factsheet providing information on non-burning disposal alternatives for natural vegetation in Lane County. The Lane County Fire Defense Board and ODF will re-evaluate conditions closer to October 15. To check the status of the burning season, visit LRAPA’s website or call the LRAPA daily open burning advisory line at 541-726-3976. Coastal residents may call 541997-1757.

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hold-scale hunting by Native Americans and Euro-American settlers from the mid-nineteenth century until around 1910. Many of the authors of the special section are board members or advisors of the Elakha Alliance, a nonprofit organization with a mission to “restore a healthy population of sea otters to the Oregon coast and to thereby make Oregon’s marine and coastal ecosystem more robust and resilient.” Elakha (ee-LAKuh), a Chinook word for sea otter, was resurrected in 2018 after some inactive years by tribal, nonprofit, and conservation leaders who are aware that the sea otter is considered a keystone species, and that Oregon’s nearshore marine ecosystem has suffered as a result of their absence. As the journal of record for Oregon history, the Oregon Historical Quarterly publishes well-researched, well-written history about Oregon and the Pacific Northwest for both scholars and general readers. Nearing its 125th volume year, OHQ amplifies knowledge and perspectives that traditional scholarship has often silenced and sparks relevant conversations about history. The Fall 2023 issue of the Oregon Historical Quarterly is now available for purchase in the Oregon Historical Society’s Museum Store for $10, and a subscription to OHQ is a benefit of Oregon Historical Society membership. Abstracts for the articles featured in this special issue are available online.

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5600 SHADY LANE Extraordinary & rare opportunity to own a magnificent south-facing home on the picturesque Woahink Lake. Custom built by the renowned Carter Brothers, featuring a unique timber frame construction w/ exquisite attention to detail. The exterior of the home is adorned w/ beautiful cedar siding & boasts a dramatic tiled roof. 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms offer space for comfortable living & entertaining. The main floor has newer custom floors, an expansive deck, the primary bedroom suite, a den/office, a living area, and a chef’s kitchen. The lower level provides lake views from almost every room & more living spaces & another large deck. There are two primary suites, with one located on each level. Large dock, a rare full boat house, & an inside boat lift. The property is ready for your full-time residence or a delightful vacation home! $1,590,000 CB#12574/MLS#23296923

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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3410 E. MYRTLE LOOP Bright, recently updated home in a well established neighborhood on Myrtle Loop. This home has new LVP flooring and a fresh paint job on the exterior. It has parking room for a boat or small RV in addition to a 2-car driveway. The backyard boasts many great features: a poured concrete, covered patio, raised beds and is all fenced in for privacy from your neighbors. Extremely clean and move-in ready! $435,000 CB#12611/MLS#23588064

26 COAST GUARD RD. New panoramic river & ocean view custom home has an open & spacious floor plan. Construction beginning soon! Beautiful custom 3-bedroom 2.5 bath home in the exclusive, sought after Sea Watch Development. Open great room, quartz counters in kitchen, baths and laundry, stainless kitchen appliances, custom cabinets, custom primary suite. Large porch & covered patio. High ceilings, heat pump, excellent quality construction & option for RV Garage. Sample photos of homes built by same builder. $1,150,000 CB#12499/MLS#23557906

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

2105 WILLOW LOOP BRAND NEW CREEKFRONT HOME IN WILLOW DUNES. 3 bedrooms + den and 2 baths. Shop space in garage. Construction nearing completion soon. Kitchen features a center island and pantry, quartz countertops and custom cabinetry. Separate bedroom wings and tall ceilings in great room. Cedar shingle accents on exterior. 2 covered patios. Call for appointment today! $698,000 CB#12556/ MLS#23552443

87831 HWY 101 Delightful home conveniently situated within the urban growth boundary. Just minutes away from beach & historic Old Town Florence. Step inside, you’ll be greeted by a combination of Oak hardwood, newer laminate & new carpeted flooring, creating a warm & inviting atmosphere throughout. Spacious & private backyard w/ nearly an acre of land. The home has a full metal roof & new electrical panel. Storage room in the garage keeps your outdoor equipment organized. Home has been recently updated. Whether you’re seeking a primary residence or a vacation home, this property offers the ideal canvas for creating lasting memories. Schedule a showing today & discover the charm & potential this property has to offer. $299,900 CB#12562/MLS#23444785

800 TOURNAMENT DR. Beautiful new home with construction beginning soon. Custom 3 bedroom 2 bath home in the exclusive, sought after Fairway Estates Development. Open great room, quartz counters in kitchen, bathrooms and laundry, stainless kitchen appliances, custom cabinets and custom primary suite. Large porch & oversized patio. High ceilings, heat pump, excellent quality construction and much more. See sample photos of homes built by this builder. Won’t last long, don’t miss this amazing home. $647,400 CB#12468/MLS#22307633

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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GREENWOOD ST. Buildable, coveted in-town double lot. Come and seize the unique opportunity to build in one of Florence’s oldest neighborhoods. This double lot is just a minutes walk to old town and the heart of Florence, come and see it today! $119,900 CB#12607/ MLS#23413538

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29 SHORELINE DR. Savor unmatched vistas from this Shelter Cove gem! Nestled in a coveted community, relish ocean, river & inlet views. Immerse in park-like landscaping w/ a lush backyard & custom greenhouse, ideal for river-gazing relaxation. This stunning 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom features Brazilian Cherry hardwood flooring throughout. Experience airy living w/ 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 w/ 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. Don’t miss this chance! Schedule your personal showing and embrace coastal luxury today! $1,264,900 CB#12593/ MLS#23406913

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! $495,000 CB#12604/MLS#23050193

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JAKE MANN LANE LOT Fantastic views from this over 1/2 acre lot, located in Rhodoview Dunes. This is a gated community of upper-end view homes. All utilities are stubbed in and the lot is ready to build with good overall topography for the subdivision. This lot is just minutes from downtown and close to the Ocean Dunes Golf Course. This lot is ready for your dream home! $59,900 CB#12227/ MLS#21642292

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By RODNEY HARWOOD Country Media FLORENCE, Ore. – Whether there’s another Jake Thompson on the horizon is yet to be determined, but the 1996 Far West League Player of the Year and First Team All-State pitcher on Siuslaw’s first baseball league championship team is coming back to coach the Vikings. Siuslaw High School hired Derek Wells as its new head baseball coach for the 2024 season. Wells is a former Siuslaw alum born and raised in Florence. He was named Far West League Player of the Year and First Team All-State his senior year in 1996, leading Siuslaw to its first baseball league on his way to a baseball career at Linn-Benton Community College. Wells pitched in the 1996 Babe Ruth World Series in North Carolina

and came up playthe job. It’s absoing American Lelutely my dream gion ball against job and it means Grants Pass legend everything to me,” Matt Smith, who said Wells, who signed with Stanworks for the Orford University to egon Department play both football of Transportation. and baseball and “Florence has alwas later drafted ways been a footby the Kansas City ball town. I was Royals in the first part of the first round. baseball league “You always championship in hoped he was ’96. playing first base “Before that that day and not they had never starting on the won a baseball bump,” Wells said championship. We with a laugh. started to get a litWells calls the tle hype in the late Contributed by Derek Wells Siuslaw head ‘90s, early 2000s. “He was really excoaching gig a There’s been a litdream job. Siuslaw cited about this oppor- tle bit of a drought. Last athletic director Chris tunity. He’s come up year they made it into Johnson calls it perfect through the ranks and the playoffs at 16-10. fit for a program look- he’s one of the guys that We’re looking to build ing to take it to the next helped develop our pro- on that.” gram.” level. Baseball is a game After college, Wells re- that opened the door to “He won the Far West League Player of turned to Florence and a college education. It’s the Year my first year for the past 25 years has a great game, he said, here,” Johnson said. continued to coach and and if it can pay for an “Derek’s a throwback, mentor young athletes education that makes it which is kind of cool. at all levels. even better. “Honestly, I’m still He went to school here Winning is the objecin shock about getting tive, but it’s not the end and played all sports.

game. “I want the kids to have the chance I got when I was here,” he said. “I was lucky enough to get a full-ride to further my education. I really want to sit down with my seniors each year and ask them what their goals and plans are. “I want to do the best I can in reaching out to coaches at any level of college to come watch and recruit my kids and give them a chance to prolong their education. If baseball can help them get there, that’s what I want.” He said he hates losing more than he loves winning and now it’s time to get to work. Pitchers and catchers will start working sometime after the first of the year and they’ll start putting things together soon after. Wells and his wife Jamie have one son, Sylas, who is a junior in high school sharing in his dad’s love of the game.

Siuslaw boys soccer splits pair of games By DAVID RUPKALVIS a loose ball in the box and fired a shot into the Siuslaw News net. Charles Nelson led The Siuslaw boys to the goal when he went soccer team rebounded after the ball and collidfrom a 4-0 loss to Sis- ed with the goalkeeper, ters earlier in the week leaving an open net for with a 3-0 win at Pleas- Linton to shoot into. ant Hill. A few minutes later, The Vikings con- the Billies had an opportrolled the game tunity to tie the game throughout and used with a penalty kick, consistent pressure to but goalie Derrick Vanwear down the Billies. duch made an incredible In the first half, the one-handed save and two teams spent some cleared the ball to keep time feeling each other the Billies off the scoreout before Siuslaw be- board. gan to take control. In the first half, the Midway through the Vikings had seven shots half, Camden Linton and Vanduch recorded put the Vikings on the four saves as the Viboard when he collected kings held the 1-0 lead.

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In the second half, the Vikings began to wear down the Billies, adding two goals on 11 shots. Siuslaw took a 2-0 lead when Kale Jensen made a long throw-in into the penalty box. The goalie attempted to grab it, but it bounced off his hands into the net. While throw-ins cannot go directly into the goal, the score was good since the keeper touched the ball. Siuslaw made it 3-0 when they strung together a series of passes that led to Vanduch heading the ball toward the net where Charles Nelson was waiting to

shoot it into the goal. “This was an important game for us and the team really came out and played a higher level of soccer,” Coach Londi Tomaro said. Earlier in the week, the Vikings faced a strong team from Sisters and dropped a 4-0 decision. “Sisters had a very fast offense and was good at creating space,” Tomaro said. “They were able to utilize the space to put balls through and run on for attacking opportunities.” Sisters scored twice in the first half and twice in the second half. Siu-

slaw did have a couple of good chances to score but fell short. At the end of the first half, Eli Tattershall got the ball in front of the goal. He managed to keep possession of the ball and got a shot off but it went right to the goalie. In the second half, Ray Brito Xilot broke through the defense and shot past the goalkeeper but the ball hit the post and the goalie blocked the shot off the rebound. “We are ready to put the work in and improve on the weak points to be ready for the rest of our schedule,” Tomaro said.

Mapleton volleyball sweeps McKenzie By RODNEY HARWOOD Country Media MAPLETON – The Mapleton Sailors improved to 4-7 in the 1A-3 Mountain West League with a sweep of the McKenzie Eagles in league action at home on Sept. 27. Freshman Lucie Burruss had five aces and four kills. Sophomore middle blocker Averie Walker had four kills, and junior middle blocker Eve McMaster added six aces in the 25-12, 2518, 25-21 victory in the early match. Mapleton (5-13, 4-7 1A-3 Mountain West League) came back with a 25-21, 25-18, 25-13 victory in the late match to finish off McKenzie (1-11, 1-10) in the second match of the day. “With our second set

of double matches this week this was a great test of our resolve and with that determination we were able to win in three straight sets in both matches,” Sailors coach Molly Dooley said. Junior setter Morgan Milbrett had 11 aces and three kills in the nightcap, while freshman Lucie Burruss had five aces and three kills, and Walker finished up with a team-high five kills. “The team really pulled together and worked hard together to get these wins. I am so proud of their efforts and it really paid off tonight,” Dooley said. Milbrett finished with a team-high seven aces to go with three kills in the opener. In the Sept. 25, the Sailors did manage to take a set from the No. 27 ranked Eddyville

Charter Eagles (11-2, 101), who are also leading the 1A-3 Mountain West League. Mapleton closed the gap in the first match of the day, falling 25-21 in the final set of the 25-8, 25-15, 25-21 three-set loss, But the Sailors came out swinging in the second match, winning the first set 25-14 to extend the league leaders in a 14-25, 25-13, 25-7, 25-5 loss. “Playing double matches is tough endurance wise and I am so proud of our team to get a set from Eddyville,” Dooley said. “The Sailors played hard against one of the best teams in our league and stuck together through it all.” Milbrett had four kills and Walker had an ace and a kill in the second match and Burruss had three kills in the opener.

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Oregon industry at risk.” Oregon cannabis sales have totaled nearly $6 billion since the fall of 2016, according to data from the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission. Yet, despite the growing number of states with legally authorized, regulated cannabis businesses, cannabis remains classified as an illegal substance under the federal Controlled Substances Act and certain federal banking statutes. Because cannabis remains classified as an illegal substance, banks providing services to state-licensed cannabis dispensaries and related businesses are at risk for criminal and civil liability. This risk has significantly inhibited the ability of financial institutions to provide services to regulated cannabis operators and leaves those businesses struggling to find financing. The lack of access to banking services creates both barriers to entry into the industry and instabili-

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*Just Reduced * Sandpines West 3 bdrm, 2 bath home with 1896 sq. ft. of living space which includes an upper den area, and a living room with vaulted ceilings. Attached 2-car garage. Landscaped yard & covered patio. $599,900 List #1195/23308580

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One bdrm, 1 bath single-wide MFD Home with an 8x16’ addition. House set lower than the driveway and has a multi-leveled yard. Lots of storage in the tool shed. Privacy & beautiful views. $119,500 List #1141/22097175

This 2-bedroom, 1.5 bath condo has 1,000 sq. ft. of townhouse style living. Enjoy the ease and comfort of coastal living. Landscaped common grounds, storage shed, private patio & assigned parking. $296,000 List #1179/23267689

Delightful 3 bdrm, 2 bath home with 1696 sq. ft. of living space including main level living space and an upper-level den space. Detached 2-car garage & storage area. Built in 1947 this home has lots of vintage details. $374,900 List #1197/23412349

Amazing investment opportunity available now! Two-level building consists of a commercial unit on the lower level and four residential apartments above. Covered parking & storage for apartments. $1,050,000 List #1186/23321931

Build your custom home or place your manufactured home on this .15 acre lot. Located on a cul-de-sac in the Siuslaw Village neighborhood of Florence. $89,500 List #1174/23622889

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Invest & grow! Great business with living space combination property. 5000 sq. ft. of shop/showroom space with office & loading doors. Upper level has 1500 sq. ft. 2 bdrm, 2 bath apartment. $775,000 List #1164/23005850

8B | FRIDAY, OctObeR 6, 2023 | SIUSLAW NEWS AUCTION NOTICE Advertisement for Sale of Personal Property NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that U-Store Mini Storage facility located at 4425 Highway 101, Florence Oregon, will sell all the personal property, Unit 131 and Unit 97. The property will be sold at public sale as complete units on Monday, October 16, 2023, at 10:00 AM. Units may have reserves. Call 541-9977330 for more information. Publication Date: October 6, 2023.

PUBLIC NOTICE CLAIMS against the Estate of FRIEDA M. DOYLE, of Florence, Oregon, Lane County Circuit Court Case No. 23PB08382, are required to be presented, with proper vouchers, to the Personal Representative, KIMBERLY A. LONIE, at 3030 Butte Avenue, San Ramon, California 94583, within four (4) months from September 29, 2023, the date of first publication, or such claims may be barred. Any person whose rights may be affected by the proceeding may obtain additional information from the court records, the Personal Representative, or the attorney for the Personal Representative. /s/ Laurel L. Ferguson, Attorney for Personal Representative, PO Box 1153, 327 Laurel St, Florence, OR 97439. Publication Dates: Sept. 29, Oct. 6, & Oct. 13, 2023.

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