25th annual Kiwanda Longboard Classic draws thousands to Pacific City
T hrongs of spectators descended on Pacific City on September 21 and 22, to watch competitors take to the ocean for the 25th annual Kiwanda Longboard Classic.
Over the two days, 236 competitors participated in the event, wowing the crowds with their surfing acumen and deft footwork. The competition was started in 1999 by Bob and Michelle
Ledbetter who owned a small surf shop in Pacific City and wanted to bring the surfing community from around the pacific northwest together for a fun event. In recent years, the classic included fundraising efforts that supported the construction of a community skate park, which was completed in 2023. This year’s goal was to run a great community surfing event that broke even, according to Lisa Macy-Baker from Moment Surf Company, who said that the event had met its target.
There’s just something about teachers. Teachers are often some of the most influential people in a person’s life. Many teaching careers, from beginning to retirement, span three decades. In that time, just one person can touch countless lives. Now double that, and add piano into the equation, and you have Marianne Gienger, who has been teaching piano for over six decades.
Her studio where she teaches piano has photos of her students’ recitals spanning decades, a testament to her dedication to music and her pupils. But it isn’t just chords, keys and tempo that have made Gienger’s lessons impactful for her students; the patience and care she has for her students has stood the test of time.
Her former student of twelve years, Ryland Pampush, views Gienger as a motherly figure. “I think she really brings two things to the table,” said Pampush. “One of which is a genuine love and appreciation for piano and classical music, and the other being sort of a motherly mentor, caretaking figure.”
Music has always been important to Gienger. As a child, Gienger and her sister, who grew up in Portland, would spend part of their summer with their grandparents, who had a piano, in Goldendale, Washington. “I really looked forward, each time to going up to our grandparents’ house where I could play the piano. I didn’t know how to play. My grandmother
NeCarney bridge work on track for mid-October completion
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WILL CHAPPELL
Headlight Editor
ollowing a 37-hour closure September 21 and 22, Oregon Department of Transportation crews plan to complete a new sidewalk and guardrail sometime in the next two weeks.
During the closure, a crane was used to remove the old guardrail and sidewalk and a department official said that another closure is not expected. The bridge was originally damaged sometime on August 30, with a passing motorist reporting damage to the 1937 structure’s concrete sidewalk and guardrail in the afternoon. This triggered a temporary closure of the bridge until inspections showed that it could handle one lane of traffic, allowing Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) officials to reopen one lane of traffic with a flagger that evening.
The September closure allowed
crews to remove the damaged concrete sidewalk as well as a section of tubular guardrail that had been installed in 2008 and been damaged in the same incident that caused the sidewalk damage.
David House, an ODOT spokesman, said that the removal of the concrete sidewalk had been the biggest and most hazardous task undertaken by workers over the weekend. House said that the crane had needed the entire width of the bridge to operate and that the bridge was incapable of supporting the weight of traffic in addition to the crane, leading to the closure.
With removal of the old guardrails and sidewalk complete, work will now move on to building a new guardrail and sidewalk for the bridge, which House said should take about two more weeks. During that time, traffic on the bridge will continue to be flagged but House said that the department does not expect to fully close the bridge again.
n an informational webinar hosted by the Surfrider Foundation and Oregon Shores Conservation Coalition on September 26, state officials detailed regulations around shore armoring under Oregon’s land use regime. The webinar marked the beginning of the organizations’ Oregon Beaches Forever campaign that seeks to protect and preserve the state’s coastline for future generations.
Kevin Herkamp, Oregon Parks and Recreation Department’s (OPRD) ocean shore program coordinator, and Rhianon Bezore, a coastal shores specialist with the Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development
(DLCD), discussed the program that regulates beach development, which their departments jointly oversee.
Herkamp started the presentation with a history of state policy regulating beaches. The first step towards protecting public access came with the 1913 classification of Oregon’s beaches as a state highway. That designation lasted until 1965, when the beaches were reclassified from a highway to a state recreation area. In 1966, a Cannon Beach hotel owner blocked a portion of the city’s beach with driftwood, raising concerns about public access and triggering the 1967 Beach Bill, which established a proscriptive right for the public to access the state’s beaches. Bezore then discussed the
restrictions on beach development established under the state’s land use planning goals, adopted in the 1970s. Goals 16, 17, 18 and 19 all relate to various coastal resources, with 18 regulating beaches and dunes and being the focus of the presentation. Bezore said that goal 18 established a development prohibition on the beach and called for the conservation of vegetation and limits to dune grading.
As part of the goal’s aim to preserve beaches and dunes, OPRD and DLCD officials try to limit shorefront armoring, which helps to protect beachfront properties but also carries significant drawbacks, according to Bezore.
Bezore said that properties with development or improvement completed before January
1, 1977, were allowed to install structural armoring like riprap, but that properties developed after that date needed to go through a long and expensive exception process to do the same. Regardless a property’s status, however, the owner must assess the viability of nonstructural solutions before applying to build a structural one.
Bezore then discussed different types of nonstructural armoring that can be used to protect beachfront properties. One is using a biodegradable fabric base to establish vegetation on beach front dunes to prevent their erosion. Another is dumping cobblestones on rocky beaches, an easily applicable solution, according to Bezore. However, both approaches have similar drawbacks, limiting
north-south access along beaches, altering the landscape and breaking the link between terrestrial and aquatic habitats, disrupting sedimentation as waves are prevented from wearing cliffs into sand further narrowing the beach and detracting from beaches’ aesthetic appeal.
Herkamp said that beach narrowing was a focus for OPRD and that the dual factors of sea level rise and the frequency and intensity of storms on Oregon’s coast were running into development along the shore to cause beach loss. Herkamp said that OPRD officials were working with counterparts in other coastal states to address these issues and balance protecting properties with additional armoring against preserving beaches.
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Third sunfish washes ashore along the Oregon Coast
JEREMY C. RUARK County Media, Inc.
The crew at the Seaside Aquarium report a third sunfish has washed ashore at Clatsop County along the North Oregon Coast. This Mola mola washed ashore at Hug Point State Park Sept, 21, and it is creating quite a stir,” the Seaside Aquarium states on its Facebook page. “While it has been dead for quite some time, it is still an interesting site.”
The Aquarium reports that the sunfish came ashore at Huge Point north towards the waterfall.
Three sunfish have washed ashore since June in Clatsop County. Two were ocean sunfish (Mola mola) and the other one was a hoodwinker sunfish (Mola tecta, according to the Aquarium. “It is not unusual for these guys to wash ashore as they do reside off the Oregon Coast,” the Aquarium post states. “We are getting more reports because of the stir that the Mola tecta caused when it washed in. It was the first Mola tecta documented in Oregon but that is likely because it has just recently been described and designated as a new species.
People are aware that we are interested in documenting these strandings and collecting information from them.”
The most recent sunfish at Hug Point was 6.9 feet long, which is average size for the area, however they can get up to 10 feet long and weigh up to 5,000 pounds, according to the Aquarium crew.
“They feed heavily on jellyfish which are in huge abundance this time of year,” the post states.
Read previous coverage at the Lincoln County Leader website and follow developments in the Wednesday print editions of The Leader.
Tillamook Bay Community College Adult Learning Programs
doesn’t have
end after high school or college graduation or a long professional career, and at
Tillamook Bay Community College, there’s always something to learn Education is the ultimate investment in oneself, and whether it’s seeking a GED or wanting to learn about photography, expanding skill
sets also expands opportunities.
Tillamook Bay Community College is offering a diverse array of courses.
GED education
Nowadays, a high school diploma is often the bare minimum for most places of employment, and if that is a step that still needs to be taken, TBCC is offering a GED course. For only $15 per term for the class, students can be prepared for the GED exams required to achieve a high school equivalency diploma. Students can sign up for the course anytime during the term, and to sign up, either call student services at (503) 842-8222 ext.1100, or visit the campus at 4301 Third Street in Tillamook or email studentservices@tillamookbaycc.edu.
Adult basic education
For anyone looking to sharpen reading, writing or math skills, TBCC is offering its ABE (Adult Basic Education) program. ABE can be a helpful option for anyone who wishes to take the GED or would like classes to prepare for college courses, and it only costs $15 per term. To sign up, contact student services.
Community education
TBCC offers non-credit courses for people who simply want to learn. There are several options for classes
such as handwriting and calligraphy, personal finance and even a class on cryptozoology, taught by zoologist Karl Anderson. JoAnn Critelli, Community and Continuing Education Coordinator, said there’s something special about community education. “That’s kind of the nice thing about community education, it allows those folks in our community to share their passions, and on the flipside, it gives community members the opportunity to learn something they’re passionate about,” said Critelli.
TBCC partners with Tillamook County Family YMCA and North County Recreation District Fitness for many of the community education course offerings. To sign up for or learn more about Community Education courses, contact Tillamook County Family YMCA or North County Recreation District Fitness. TBCC Student Services can also be contact for further questions regarding community education.
And while a lot of information is available online, for Critelli, it’s great to come togther and learn as a community. “The nice thing about Community Education classes is that it builds community, just bringing people
together, sharing their experiences,” said Critelli.
AARP Smart Drivers Course
Three times a year AARP offers its Smart Drivers Course, and its soonest course is Tuesday October 8th from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The course costs $20 for AARP Members and $25 for non-AARP Members. To preregister for the course, call 503-871-2816. Taking the course could also lower car insurance rates.
Students will brush up on road safety rules as well as being taught about how driving is changing, including new laws, new lane markings and new technology in automobiles.
Golden Age discount
For anyone 62 or older, there is the option to audit classes. Students who sign up to audit a course during the general registration period pay only 50% of the cost of tuition. If a class still has vacancies on its first day, students can sign up on the first day of a course to audit it for free. For more information on the Golden Age Discount, please contact student services.
Car crashes into Beaver Firearm and Grocery
SUBMITTED BY THE TILLAMOOK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE At around 4:50 am this morning, Tillamook 911
received a call that a vehicle had crashed into a building in Beaver. Nestucca Fire Rescue, Tillamook Ambulance, Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office and Oregon State Police personnel all responded to the call. Upon arrival it was discovered that a Toyota Sienna mini van had crashed through the wall of the Beaver Firearms and Grocery Store, and was now entirely inside the building. Initially, the driver indicated he did not want an ambulance, but eventually was transported to Tillamook Hospital for evaluation. There was nobody in the building at the time of the crash.
This investigation is ongoing, more information will be released when appropriate to do so.
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This sunfish washed ashore at Huge Point along the North Oregon Coast.
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Tillamook County criminal convictions
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On August 19, Lee Alan Matthews, 62, pled guilty to one count of criminal trespass in the second degree, a class C misdemeanor, committed on or about September 15, 2023. Matthews was sentenced to 15 days in jail.
On August 20, Chad Michael Haderly, 38, pled no contest to one count of assault in the fourth degree constituting domestic violence, a class A misdemeanor, committed on or about August 7. Haderly was sentenced to ten days in jail and two years’ probation, and his driver’s license was suspended for six months.
On August 27, Jeremiah Terrance McKay, 46, pled guilty to one count of driving under the influence of intoxicants, a class C felony, committed on or about January 1. McKay was sentenced to 25 months in prison and two years of post-prison supervision, and his driver’s license was revoked for life.
On August 29, Jeffrey Steven Heidenreich, 29, pled no contest to one count of theft in the first degree, a class A misdemeanor, committed on or about December 8, 2023, and one count of criminal trespass in the second degree, a class C misdemeanor, committed on or about August 10, 2024. Heidenreich was sentenced to 30 days in jail and 18 months’ probation.
On August 29, Rosalie Landers Stevens, 52, pled guilty to one count of assault in the fourth degree constituting domestic violence, a class A misdemeanor, committed on or about July 1. Stevens was sentenced to 18 months on probation.
On August 29, Wayde Tanner Farstad, 20, pled guilty to one count of attempting to commit the class C or unclassified felony of encouraging child sexual abuse in the second degree, a class A misdemeanor, committed on or between December 30 and 31, 2023. Farstad was sentenced to ten days in jail and two years’ probation.
On August 30, Annaliza Faye Schmidlin, 27, pled no contest to three counts of driving under the influence of intoxicants, a class A misdemeanor, with one count committed on or about April 16, another on or about May 19, and the final on or about July 13. Schmidlin was sentenced to 122 days in jail, four years’ probation and her driver’s license was revoked for life.
On August 30, Emmanuel Mendez Macias, 30, pled no contest to one count of theft in the first degree, a class C felony, committed on or about August 20, 2022. Macias was sentenced to one week in jail and 18 months’ probation and ordered to pay $1,765 in restitution to two individuals.
On August 30, Jill Dee Ann Lekas admitted to being in contempt of court and was sentenced to 40 days in jail.
On September 6, Dylan Leland Stephens, 32, pled no contest to one count of theft in the third degree, a class C misdemeanor, committed on or about April 19. Stephens was sentenced to two years’ probation and ordered to pay $178.93 in restitution to Fred Meyer.
On September 6, Cristian Patricio Lopez Sanchez, 26, pled no contest to one count of criminal driving with a suspended or revoked
license, a class A violation, committed on or about July 5. Lopez Sanchez was assessed a $440 traffic fine.
On September 9, Thevuth Oum, 39, pled guilty to one count of driving under the influence of intoxicants, a class A misdemeanor, committed on or about December 30, 2023. Oum was sentenced to nine days in jail and three years’ probation, and his driver’s license was suspended for one year.
On September 10, Eli Forrest Culver, 30, pled guilty to one count of burglary in the second degree, a class C felony, committed on or about May 10. Culver was sentenced to ten days in jail and 18 months’ probation.
On September 11, Katherine Marie Cavnor, 57, pled guilty to one count of resisting arrest, a class A misdemeanor, committed on or about August 26. Cavnor was sentenced to 20 days in jail.
On September 12, Michael Darin Clark, Jr., 39, pled guilty to two counts of sexual abuse in the second degree, a class C felony, with one committed on or about August 12 and the other committed on or between July 15 and August 11. Clark was sentenced to 30 days in jail and five years’ probation.
On September 13, Ernesto Miguel Chacon admitted to being in contempt of court and was sentenced to 15 days in jail.
On September 13, Dustin Anthony Matthews, 37, pled no contest to one count of conspiracy to commit the class A felony of delivery of heroin, a class A felony, committed on or about November 14, 2021. Matthews was sentenced to six months in prison and two years’ postprison supervision.
On September 16, Chase Garrett Kowalski, 21, pled no contest to one count of driving under the influence of intoxicants, a class A misdemeanor, committed on or about December 11, 2022. Kowalski was sentenced to two days in jail and two years’ probation, ordered to pay $2,251 in fees and fines, and his driver’s license was suspended for one year.
On September 16, Daniel Abram Bradley, 50, pled guilty to one count of assault in the fourth degree, a class A misdemeanor, committed on or about June 21. Bradley was sentenced to two days in jail and 18 months’ probation and ordered to pay a $100 fine and $153 in attorney fees.
On September 18, Justin Lloyd Darby, 48, pled no contest to one count of theft in the first degree a class C felony, committed on or about March 18, 2023. Darby was sentenced to 13 months in prison, one year of post-prison supervision and ordered to pay $5,000 in restitution to Tillamook NAPA.
On September 20, Cordon Edward Jewell, 34, pled no contest to one count of harassment, a class A misdemeanor, committed on or about July 1, 2019. Jewell was sentenced to 360 days in jail and five years’ probation.
On September 23, Charles Matthew Sinclair, 28, pled no contest to one count of criminal driving with a suspended or revoked license, a class A misdemeanor, committed on or about July 2. Sinclair was sentenced to 14 days in jail.
On September 23, Michael Noah Rhoads, 23, pled guilty to one count of criminal driving with a suspended or revoked license, a class A misdemeanor, committed on
Accused rapist arrested, deputies seek more victims
JEREMY C. RUARK
County Media, Inc.
Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) investigators have arrested 29-year-old David Robert Sinohuiz, of Tillamook, for seven Oregon Measure 11 crimes.
Sinohuiz has been indicted by a Tillamook County Grand Jury on one count of Rape 1, two counts
of Unlawful Sexual Penetration, two counts Sex Abuse 2 and two counts of Sodomy 1. He was taken into custody at the Tillamook County Jail at approximately 9:30 a.m. Sept. 24. As of Sept. 26, Sinohuiz was being held at the Tillamook County Jail with a cash bail of $250,000. Investigators are asking the public for help in iden -
tifying additional victims.
“We believe there may be more victims out there, and we hope they will reach out to us,” TCSO Deputy Chris Barnett, lead investigator for this investigation.
Specific details about what led to Sinohuiz arrest were not immediately available.
Anyone who may have any information regarding David Robert Sinohuiz, is asked to contact TCSO Deputy Chris Barnett at 503-815-3192.
sex abuse.
or about July 1. Rhoads was sentenced to two days in jail.
On September 23, Joel Jesus Lobato-Vieyra, 30, pled no contest to one count of driving under the influence of intoxicants, a class A misdemeanor, committed or about December 4, 2022. Lobato-Vieyra was sentenced to two years’ probation and his driver’s license was suspended for 12 months.
On September 23, Wendy Janelle Williams, 58, pled guilty to one count of driving under the influence of intoxicants, a class C felony, committed on or about May 15, 2023. Williams was sentenced to 93 days in jail, two years on probation and her driver’s license was revoked for life.
On September 23, Brian David Roelle, 49, pled no contest to one count of felon in possession of a restricted weapon, a class A misde-
meanor, committed on or about August 3. Roelle was sentenced to time served in jail and assessed a $1,000 fine and $368 in attorney fees.
On September 23, Amanda Sue Boquist, 34, pled guilty to one count of driving with a suspended or revoked license, a class A misdemeanor, committed on or about January 10. Boquist was sentenced to two days in jail.
On September 24, Jose Antonio Oseguera, 49, pled guilty to one count of driving under the influence of intoxicants, a class A misdemeanor, committed on or about July 24. Antonio Oseguera was sentenced to two days in jail and two years’ probation, his driver’s license was suspended for a year, and he was ordered to pay $1,255 in fees and fines.
COURTESY FROM THE TCSO Tillamook County Sheriff’s deputies arrested David Robert Sinohuiz on seven charges of rape and
Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office announces Basic Police Academy graduation
The Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office is excited to announce the graduation of Brandon Longanecker from Oregon DPSST’s Basic Police Academy. “We are excited to have Brandon back from the academy and to get him on the road patrolling the
Piano
Teacher still going strong 60 years on
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did, and she worked with me every summer that I went up there,” said Gienger.
At 17, Gienger graduated from Girls’ Polytechnic High School in Portland. After graduation, she worked for
US Bank and started taking piano lessons. When her piano teacher wasn’t feeling well, she asked Gienger to fill in. Though surprised, Gienger agreed, and her teacher set her up for music theory classes at Portland State University to prepare her. “And that’s how I got started on this,” Geinger said of teaching piano. Her decades-long career began in 1964. In 1966, she became a member of the Music Teachers National Association and the Oregon
county,” said Sheriff Joshua Brown. “Brandon is going to be a great addition to our team.”
Music Teachers Association. She taught in Portland for a year before relocating to Beaverton where she stayed for 20 years.
One night Gienger went to a restaurant with friends. There were some men from Tillamook there, and one of Gienger’s friends knew one of them. The two groups began talking, and that’s when Gienger first met her husband, Ron.
Ron was working at Chase Manhattan Bank in New York
Accessibility on the Tillamook Coast
DAN HAAG Director of Trails, Outdoor Recreation and Accessibility with Tillamook Coast
Visitors Association
The team at TCVA has placed a high priority on two things: providing accessibility tools and providing accurate accessibility information for Tillamook Coast visitors and residents alike.
TCVA has funded the placement of nine big tire beach wheelchairs around the county, including at the Manzanita Visitors Center and Cape Kiwanda Marketplace. These chairs provide a safe, comfortable way for people with mobility challenges to access the beach with their families. They have created heartwarming memories, from getting a young woman on the beach who had recently broken her leg, to a man living with cerebral palsy who had never been on the beach in his life.
We took the next step in mobility in 2023 with the funding of David’s Chairs at the Manzanita Visitors Center and Happy Camp Hideaway in Netarts. These tracked chairs allow users the ability to access the beach independently, without the need for someone to push them. Some models include a feature that provides a
but was returning to Tillamook to work on his family’s dairy farm. Eventually, the two married, and in 1980 Gienger moved to Tillamook. Being a dairy farmer’s wife did present one issue: she was allergic to cows, so she kept her distance from the barn. But there was still music. It didn’t take long for news to spread that a piano teacher had just moved to Tillamook. “Word gets around really fast because I had just gotten here. Within a week, I got phone
lift that allows the user to be in an upright, standing position. My favorite story was of a man who used the chair to lift him upright so he could kiss his fiancée for the first time from a standing position. These chairs expand the user’s independence, allowing for use at the golf course or for streamside fishing. There is a third David’s Chair at PC Pour in Pacific City, and we are working with the City of Rockaway Beach to place a fourth chair at St. Mary’s by the Sea Church. Both the beach wheelchairs and the David’s Chairs are free to use.
When it comes to accessibility, we’ve also funded the placement of hearing loops. These devices interact with hearing aids, allowing users to have clearer communication with frontline staff when visiting loud spaces. In the Spring of 2024, we placed hearing loops at both the Tillamook Air Museum and the Tillamook Creamery.
TCVA recognizes that providing accurate information for travelers to make their own choices before they arrive is a vital component of accessibility. To that end, we recently achieved “Destination Verified” status through Wheel the World, a travel consultant
calls from people who wanted to start piano lessons,” said Gienger. And so, Gienger’s Tillamook chapter began.
Gienger’s teaching philosophy is to individualize how she approaches each lesson because no student is the same. “I can’t teach the same way to each one because they can’t, they can’t do it the same way. And that’s one of the things I like about it,” said Gienger. Throughout the years, her pupils have competed in festivals, with many winning trophies. “In my studio, on the walls, I have pictures taken of my students holding up their trophies,” said Gienger. “And usually, I would have anywhere from five to eight or nine or 10 students a year getting trophies. So, I enjoyed doing that too, and they enjoyed getting a trophy.”
company that surveys lodging, restaurants and attractions for accessibility.
Thanks to a grant from Travel Oregon, TCVA hired Wheel the World to visit the coast and gather comprehensive information on 30 sites, which they used to create a dedicated Tillamook Coast accessibility webpage. Thanks to this groundwork, we can now offer people with disabilities the opportunity to make safe, informed choices as they plan their trip.
Looking ahead, there is a lot of work left to be done if we are to truly be universally accessible. Old buildings need upgrades, campgrounds need dedicated accessible sites, beach access points need to be improved. It’s a long list, but with accessibility as one of our top priorities, I’m confident we’ll get there, particularly as we continue to engage with those with lived experience in disability.
Once upon a time, Gov. Tom McCall called access to Oregon’s beaches “the great birthright of our people.” Let’s work together to see that vision fully realized. Learn more about our ongoing accessibility work online at www.tillamookcoast. com/mobility.
rently has eleven students–far less than the 60 she used to teach weekly—and is hoping to get up to 20, her version of slowing down.
And she still inspires. Blake Poplador, a senior at Tillamook High School, has been her student for twelve years, since he was four. “It’s really hard to imagine a life without piano at this point because my earliest memories are when I’ve already been taking lessons,” said Poplador. Poblador, who says he feels piano is what he’s meant to do, would eventually like to teach piano as well. When asked if Gienger influenced his desire to teach piano, he answered one word: “Definitely.”
Geinger is glad that she has made a life in Tillamook doing what she loves.
To many, Geinger has been an anchor in the community. In addition to being a piano teacher for hundreds, for over 20 years she was the director of the Monday Musical Club, bringing in renowned mutual talent, like the Glenn Miller Orchestra. She has had to slow down. Two years ago, she broke her neck in a fall, and, while fortunate to have survived the injury, it has slowed her down. But teaching is a melody that may always continue for Gienger. She cur-
“Through the years, I became attached to so many kids, and they became attached to me,” said Geinger. “I think the people who live here are great people, and I feel very fortunate that I’m able to stay here and teach.”
Geinger’s teaching has struck a euphonious chord within Tillamook, one that has reverberated for decades.
A special thanks to Annette Pampush for suggesting to the Tillamook Headlight Herald to write about Geinger’s many years of teaching piano.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Opposition to the emergency radio bond measure
The intent of our county to upgrade our 911 communications system is a typical move seen everywhere at all levels of government. In a perfect world, we would have nothing but sate of the art equipment in all phases of our lives. This is far from a perfect world. The people of this county cannot afford it. A resident with an assessed value of $400,000 on his home (mediocre in this day and age), will pay $120
per year, $1,200 in ten years when the powers that be decide on another upgrade. A landlord will pass this expense on to his tenant in the form of higher rent. I would be interested to hear from private citizens who feel they have suffered because of poor response from emergency personnel due to communication failure. I suppose there have been some instances of this, but we can’t solve everything by
pouring money into it. And does it need to be solved? Everyone carries a cell phone. We have far greater problems in this world.
Many of my peers have stated that they vote against any issue that is going to cost money because the money is seldom spent wisely. We do not need nice in government, only adequacy.
Ron Milner Tillamook
Thanks to Nestucca Rural Fire
On Saturday Sept 21, 2024, our Community (Silver Valley) had a structure fire, that threatened not only the house involved, but the entire Com-
munity. Nestucca Rural Dept responded and quickly extinguished the fire, thus preventing an even bigger problem had the fire gotten into the
numerous trees in the area. The residents of Silver Valley want to thank the Nestucca Rural Fire Dept for their quick and professional response.
On tourism management
As the executive director of Tillamook Coast Visitors Association (TCVA) for the last 10 years, it’s been my pleasure to work with community members and leaders on multiple projects. Whether it’s mayors, council members and city managers, or Community Advisory Committees and nonprofit managers, there is a common thread among them all: to enhance their communities for residents, and both benefit from and manage impacts of tourism.
We live in a popular vacation destination, and combining livability with economic vitality is the core of tourism management. In the last 18 months, our team has worked with Bay City, Oceanside, Netarts, Cape Meares, Manzanita and Rockaway Beach to develop community and destination planning projects. Residents expressed similar amenities for their towns; among them are connective trails, improved beach and trail access, informative signage, parks and playgrounds, parking, trash management and updated public restrooms.
As is true in several towns in Tillamook County, tourism funds are the main source of economic development and revenue growth. The lodging tax can be used for many of the projects desired by towns, whether through tax collected by cities, or funded by county TLT facilities grants and TCVA’s grants and projects. Recently, I’ve been working closely with the mayor of Rockaway Beach on several projects. Charles McNeilly is very aware that the town’s tourism businesses are owned and operated by locals, whether a hotel, restaurant or retail shop. That’s why he, council members and city staff work continually to support them through a variety of programs: QR codes in shops and lodging properties so visitors, while in town, can easily learn where to eat, shop, sleep and recreate while in Rockaway Beach; façade improvement, marketing, and community grants; wayfinding signage; decorative trash cans placed around town; beach access improvements; management and development of Lake
Lytle; development of the Old Growth Cedar Trail; and, the new Anchor Park playground. In addition, a comprehensive five-year roadmap is being developed now to help shape the future of the city. It takes a lot of dedication, planning and resources to make these projects happen.
Earlier this year, TCVA presented the City of Rockaway Beach with the Excellence in Destination Management Award for this scope of work on behalf of the town’s residents and visitors. Manzanita, Cape Meares, Oceanside, Bay City and Pacific City are also actively working on big projects that will support their towns, residents and visitors.
We all know that it’s common in towns across the state for leadership to be the target of criticism, whether through differences of opinion stated through civil means, or in worse cases, name-calling, threats and lawsuits. But strong leaders know to keep their focus on what’s right for their communities, residents and business owners.
Gardening Matters: Seed to supper
October already. I am always amazed at how fast the summer goes when it seemed like only a few weeks ago we were planning our gardens and enjoying the warm weather. Now we are on the back end of that warm weather, getting our gardens ready for winter. Putting the garden art and patio furniture away and mulching the flower beds for colder weather.
But this year, we have an opportunity to get our “gardening fix” for a few weeks more. The Tillamook County Master Gardeners and the Oregon State University Extension Service is offering “Seed to Supper” classes for three sequential Wednesdays: October 23, October 30, and November 6, 2024.
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Oregon Food Bank. The fundamental purpose of the program was to target individuals with limited incomes in areas of food insecurity who wanted to grow their own food. It has become more and more important these last few years as food prices continue to soar and donations to local food banks decreased.
to pick the best location for your garden, how to prepare the soil for the best success, and how to support a healthy garden throughout the growing season. It also will cover Integrated Pest Management best practices.
Originally, the Oregon Food Bank oversaw the administration of the program while Master Gardeners took over the educational aspects of the classes. In the last few years, the Master Gardeners and OSU Extension have taken over the entire program, geared to local growing area. This will be true in Tillamook.
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Seed to Supper is a free, comprehensive course for beginning gardeners who want to grow a portion of their own food using a limited budget. It has been designed to give beginning adult gardeners the knowledge they need to grow a portion of their own food. In Tillamook County, it is taught by our local Master Gardeners as well as staff from the Extension Office.
I was looking into this program’s history and found that a lot of other states’ Master Gardener organizations – Pennsylvania and New York to name just two – offer this same type of program. But it made me very proud to see the program was originally created in 2007 by the OSU Extension Service Master Gardener program and the
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The classes are taught from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on those three consecutive Wednesdays in a compressed schedule of two modules each day. Each module will have a lecture and discussion portion but also hands-on activities. Classes will be held at the Tillamook County OSU Extension Service at 4506 Third Street in Tillamook in one of the classrooms.
Some of the areas that will be covered are how
After a few years of offering this program in Oregon, surveys have shown that Seed to Supper reaches clients not usually served by the Extension Service. Participants reported positive changes in their diets related to increased vegetable consumption for themselves and their children. It also increased confidence in the participants that they could successfully grow their own food. They were introduced to local resources in their own communities. Thus, the Oregon Master Gardener Association (OMGA) has not only agreed to continue this program, but they will also be revising it to make it even better.
The program has evolved to include not just those who are currently food insecure, but anyone who feels they need the educational tools to improve their garden plots for a better harvest. Participants need to register as space is limited. The link is https:// beav.es/pDq.
As grocery prices rise, and the availability of locally grown food decreases, it becomes increasingly important to consider where our food comes from. Wouldn’t it be nice to know it comes from your own back yard?
If the November election were held today, for whom would you vote in the race for Oregon’s first congressional district?
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I had a wonderful tour of the Watkins family’s new home on 4th NW and Pacific Ave. in Cape Meares the other day. Sisters Jennelle (Watkins) Winter and Tamara (Watkins) Witcosky showed me around the two-story, four-bedroom and two-bath home. It has a marvelous, vaulted ceiling that astounds you right when you walk in, the top trimmed in a cozy knotty pine. Eight windows/sliding glass doors on the north side of the living room give an expansive view of Cape Meares, the beach and the forest beyond. The original stone fireplace is now outside the house and will be the centerpiece
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he Port of Garibaldi’s latest report on the progress of the south jetty repair is encouraging. That they already finished the season’s work and are shutting down until Spring is the jolt I needed to remind myself Summer truly is gone, and Spring is less than six months away. The repairs look on pace for a 2025 completion.
She’s the Bobby Fischer of books. She’s everybody’s favorite local librarian, June Ekborg: “I’m so excited about some events that are coming up at the library that I want to give everyone as much notice as possible.
“Saturday, October 12th, is National Chess Day.
It is also the date for our monthly chess ladder invitational. Games will start at 2
Driving to work last Tuesday I noticed many rigs crowded at odd angles into Fox Grocery and Firearms’ parking lot when I passed through Beaver. Many men, dressed in work clothes, clustered at one end of the building. When I glanced in my rearview mirror, a car sized hole was visible in the cinderblock exterior wall on the north size of the landmark store. A Toyota minivan drove into the store in the early hours of last Tuesday morning; the driver was transported to a local hospital. By the time I passed by again (on my way home from work that
October is a favorite month for me in many ways. As the seasons change, it’s a time to look back as well as forwards, to review the spring and summer and prepare for fall and winter.
This month marks the
of an outdoor seating area. One wall in the living room is covered with what used to be floorboards in the old family home: a beautiful accent touch. There is a big wood-burning fireplace with glass doors; Jennelle remembers cozying up to the warm stove on cold, rainy beach nights in her youth in the old house. Wooden cedar siding from the old place is similarly used to form accent walls in the two downstairs bedrooms. The kitchen, a laundry room and a bathroom are downstairs; upstairs are two bedrooms, a bathroom and a “nook” that will likely house a futon and bookshelves. The second
p.m. All ages and skill levels are welcome to join the fun. Drop by for an informal game or join the chess ladder competition.
“Tuesday, October 15th, 2 p.m. we’ll be hosting our first ever Book Club Fair. The fair is open to anyone who is in a book club, interested in starting or joining a book club or just curious about local book clubs in general. This is the perfect time of year to start thinking about good books to cozy up with; and the book club fair is the perfect way to get started.”
Lastly, a short while back I noted that the planning commission was going to have their first legislative hearing in too long to remember. The previous legislative hearing was before
evening) a patched square of new plywood covered the opening; as we go to press, the store remains closed for repairs. The Catholic Daughters Rummage Sale is collecting resalable items (no clothing, shoes, large exercise equipment/TVs car seats or electronics) from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. now through October 2 at Sacred Heart Parish Hall. The address is 2411 5th Street, in Tillamook. The sale is planned for 9 a.m. through 5 p.m. on Friday October 4, and from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Saturday, October 5. Proceeds will benefit charity and
end of my first six months as a volunteer in the Visitors Center in the Historic Caboose. On Tuesdays between 10:30 and 2:30, I had the pleasure of meeting and interacting with visitors from around the world, who had found their way to our
floor has an open view of the first, and the sisters remember stories about their mother peering over a railing in the original two-story home on Christmas morning to see the tree and presents. The scenic views from
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my time, not only on the commission, but in town.
Once the city management began scheduling the legislative process, we discovered we didn’t have one on file.
Now, this ain’t a dealbreaker because the state notes that legislative hearings are less formal than others such as conditional
upstairs, to the north and the west, are breathtaking—you can see Pyramid Rock. Jennelle and Tamara and their two siblings, Joleen Miller and Chuck Gedney, hope that this new house in Cape Meares will be the place where their 11 children and six grandchildren will make new family memories, just as precious as those the four siblings share and still treasure from their growing-up days in the 1950s-70s.
Deborah Neal wants to give a huge shout-out to first responders from Tillamook Fire Department (TFD) and Adventist Health Tillamook (AHT). After putting out a local fire and handling a car
use hearings, but it left us without a process.
So, we drafted one.
It also gave us more time to get familiar with how the dynamic will work with City Manager Boone and planner Fregonese.
And now, not only are we on a solid timeline for our first hearing with this group, but we’ll be doing three.
All three will be scheduled, if all goes well, for Tuesday, November 19th. The first one will be to patch a loophole reportedly opened back in 2020 by loose verbiage on an outright permitted application (aka “not the commission’s fault”). The other two will be addressing food truck and food truck pod regulations per the recommendation of
crash with serious injuries, our Cape Meares volunteer firefighters and other TFD personnel came to the Neal home to aid Deborah’s husband, Mike, who was unconscious on the kitchen floor. The rescuers carried Mike down two flights of stairs to an ambulance waiting below. Fortunately, Mike was treated effectively at AHT and released to return home. Deborah pointed out that while 911 was keeping her on the phone, she struggled to figure out how to contact anyone nearby other than with her phone. Something to think about, for sure! Glad Mike is doing better.
the county some time ago.
Since we don’t know how long these will go, the commission agreed to proceed as far as we can go that night before fatigue sets in, then schedule extensions for following nights until we’ve plowed through all three.
The experience will allow the commission, staff, and council to better gauge time and effort for upcoming big tickets items such as 406B – which is pushing cities in Tillamook County under 1,000 residents to loosen up “middle housing,” options.
Regarding 406B, at the end of October, circa October 28th, the commission is scheduled to hear a presentation of our local code audit draft with respect to the new laws. This audit, paid for by
It was a wild Ladies’ Day on Tillamook Bay Sept. 18. Neighbor Kathy Burke caught a 13-pound wild coho, and I caught a 15-pound wild Chinook. Then we had a repeat the next day, both of us with wild Chinook. Gentlemen’s Day followed, with Kevin Burke catching his limit of Chinook on Sept. 19 (one 15-lb. hatchery; one 23-lb. wild). Capt. Pete was home that day—vacuum-packing our previous catches. But he had caught a nice hatchery Chinook a few days earlier, and you can bet he will be back out there again soon. Nice to see the fall salmon run picking up.
grants the county received, will tell us how much more we have to go to have our local code be compliant with 406B. Planner Fregonese has seen a copy of the initial draft and has assured the commission our updates will likely be minimal.
The last thing the overwhelming majority of this fishing village wants to see is our little sliver of heaven sliced and diced, so planner Fregonese’s assurances are comforting.
We had begun working on similar legislation to incorporate protections and compromises to help preserve our land-capped village, and initially the commission appears ready to work out legislative ideas into these to maintain such protections as best we can.
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their college scholarship program. A harm reduction syringe exchange happens from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. on second Wednesdays (October 9) at our own Hebo Fire
little beach town. The long-distance award (if there were one) would go to the couple from Prague, in the Czech Republic. A quick online search says it’s 5,368 miles between the two. As if the distance weren’t surprising enough,
Hall. The address is 30710 U.S. Highway 101 in Hebo. The service is offered at the same time four Wednesdays a month. On first and third Wednesdays go to Ivy Avenue Wellness Center, at 11th and Ivy in Tillamook. Fourth Wednesday exchanges happen at the Upper parking lot of North County Food Bank, 278 Rowe Street in Wheeler. Remember that Pacific City Marketplace will host a Fall Festival the weekend of Friday, October 18. Hours that Friday and Saturday October 19 are noon to 5 p.m., hours on Sunday, October 20 are
their first question was about the Big Cedar Reserve and how to get to it. The big cedar is genuinely amazing: 154 feet high and 47 feet around, it’s considered the sixthlargest tree in Oregon by the Champion Tree Foundation. Its estimated age is between 800 and 1200 years old.
But the Czech couple were far from the only people who knew about the Cedar Reserve, nor were they our only European visitors. I had the opportunity to speak German and French with several people who stopped in at the Caboose, and visitors from across the U.S. and Canada came to enjoy the Oregon Coast.
Some statistics to consider: as I reported last month, the Strategic Plan surveys complied by SSW Consulting tallied 638 responses, which SSW calculated at 30% of the population based on most recent census data. As a rough calculation, this puts the full-time population of Rockaway Beach at about 2200.
I calculated a low estimate of how many people came into the Caboose during my Tuesday shifts. The estimate: about 1,500 visitors stopped in between April and September. Tuesday is slow compared to some of the other volunteers’ days, but even
noon to 4 p.m. Attractions include live music, a pumpkin patch, dory boat hayrides, smores, hot cocoa and cider, pizza, pastries, mocktails and local vendors offering art and tasty treats. The Marketplace is located next door to The Inn at Cape Kiawanda in Pacific City. It’s a perfect event for the whole family; all ages are welcome. Tillamook County Transportation District announced last week that Sunday bus service has been reinstated on routes 1,2,3,4, and 6. This restores the same bus service that existed before recent cuts
due to a staffing crisis; let’s welcome new drivers on our routes with enthusiasm. In other Tillamook County news, Pacific City Transfer Station (located off Brooten Road in Pacific City) is operating on winter hours. They’re open from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays and Mondays. Happy birthday this week to: Ann Bodyfelt, Whitney Christensen, Hailey Eckhardt, Glenda Gann, Jason Green, Olivia Hale, Austin Hicks, Kathy Holter, Kayla Love, Briana Matson, Morgan North, Earl Pullen, David Sears and Katlyn Slavens.
using that 1,500 figure as an estimate suggests that more than 11,000 visitors came into the Caboose since the beginning of April. And the days with double shifts often had far more than my four-hour time slot, in which I saw between 35 and 97 people. Five visitors for every full-time resident helps explain why 101 is so crowded on summer weekends.
Apart from the Big Tree, at least half of these visitors had the same question when they entered the visitors center: “Is this where we buy tickets for the train?” It’s a reasonable question. They’re in a red caboose parked next to the train tracks. Fortunately, the answer is that they can buy tickets directly on the train, with the daily schedule posted. It was sad to disappoint those who came in asking about the train the week
after regular excursions had ended. Fortunately, the OCSR schedule for October and part of November includes their Fall Excursions to Wheeler, departing twice daily from Rockaway, Friday—Sunday. Probably the next most frequently asked question was, “Where are the nearest public restrooms?” For that, my usual answer was to walk out to the ramp around the Caboose and point to the grey building with the green roof right next to the Sand Dollar.
A number of visitors complimented us on the cleanliness of our restrooms. I always gave credit to Dan Emerson, Superintendent of Public Works, whose crew are responsible for this important good impression.
Speaking of Dan and public works, many of you may have seen his note about the Access and Accessibility Project, constructing an ADA-accessible ramp from the Wayside parking area to the beach. It was exciting to see the first day’s groundbreaking, with heavy equipment excavating space for the ramp, stairs, and other improvements going into the Wayside.
Every week, it seems, I had at least one person ask about wheelchair access to the beach. It will be wonderful next year when I can point to the new installation from the door of the Caboose.
Although beach access from the Wayside will be closed during construction, the rest of the Wayside remains open, including the Caboose and the pirate playground, plus about three fourths of the parking. Construction is expected to finish in early November.
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ROCKAWAY BEACH
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Arlene (Gonser) Jones
Oct. 3, 1932 ~ Aug. 29, 2024
Arlene (Gonser) Jones was born October 3, 1932, in Longview, WA, to parents Ralph and Marian (Kellmer) Gonser, the 6th of 8 children. She lived a full life to the age of 91 and passed away in Battle Ground, WA, at her daughter Cindy’s house on August 29, 2024. Growing up, Arlene’s family moved from Longview, WA, to Sandy Bend, WA, when she was about 9 years old. She graduated from Castle Rock High School, Castle Rock, WA, in 1951. On May 28, 1955, Arlene married James Everett Jones, and in the following years they welcomed four children. They were married 62 years before Jim passed away in 2018. Her career path started with Pacific NW Bell Company working as a Telephone Switchboard Operator, a job that required quick thinking and patience under pressure. She was with Pacific NW Bell from 1951-1968 working in various locations (Longview, WA; Eugene, OR; Portland, OR; and Tillamook, OR). Following her husband Jim’s graduation from dental school,
Our dear mother, Pauline McAmoil, passed away peacefully in her sleep, September 2, 2024, at the age of 99. She was living in Tillamook, Oregon, in a retirement community close to her daughter. They spent every day working on 1,000-piece puzzles and enjoying each other’s company, best friends until the end. They completed 232 in the 7 years she was there.
Pauline was born, February 15, 1925, in Hollenberg, Kansas. Her family, six sisters and one brother, moved off the family farm during the depression to find a better life. They settled in La Grande, Oregon. At the age of 19, she put herself through beauty school in Walla Walla,
they moved to Tillamook in 1965 to pursue opening a dental office. Over the years she stepped into many roles at the dental office – from office manager to dental assistant. Arlene truly enjoyed life and was well known to her family and friends as a compassionate and loving woman. She had a fun sense of humor, an infectious laugh, a strong work ethic, and was always ready to have fun. Helping take care of family and friends was extremely important to her. Arlene loved being surrounded by her family, playing Bingo, slot machines
or games, crafting, quilting, working in the yard, or sitting back watching sports on TV. The highlight of the year for her was attending the annual Gonser family reunion in Castle Rock.
She is survived by family members: Children – Cindy (Don) Gardner; Linda (Rick) Kjemperud; James E. Jones; and Gregory R. Jones. Grandchildren – Bryan (Rheann) Gardner; Lisa (Danny) West; Eric (Sophia) Gardner; Taunya Blanchard; Stacey (Mike) Mason; and Kevin Jones. Great grandchildren – Hudson and Sawyer West, Beckett and Leighton Gardner, Kaylie and Cody Blanchard, and Carter and Cohen Mason. Sister – Marilyn (Lew) Barker, Sister-in-law – Hazel Potts and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Arlene is preceded in death by her husband Dr. James E. Jones; parents Ralph and Marian Gonser; siblings Jewel Gonser, Lyle Gonser, Dean Gonser, twin sister Darlene Rockwood, Virginia Tayler and Gwen Taylor. A private family service will be held.
Pauline McAmoil
Feb. 15, 1925 ~ Sept. 2, 2024
Washington, which began her life-long career. She lived in Brookings for 57 years where she was a successful business owner, running a large salon during the 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s.
Lisa Marie Parker
Pauline was incredibly creative displaying her talent in knitting, crocheting, gardening, and sewing. But her true love was woodworking and stained glass making. She made all her own bedroom
Aug. 25, 1964 ~ Sept. 23, 2024
Lisa Marie Parker of Tillamook, OR, passed away on Sept. 23, 2024 at the age of 60. There will be a private family service.
Susan R. Hurliman
Jan. 13, 1944 ~ Sept. 19, 2024
Susan R. Hurliman, of Tillamook passed away at the age of 80. There will be a funeral service at 11 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 5, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Speed Awareness Month
September is Speed Awareness Month. Your Tillamook Police Department Officers have been and will continue to be focusing on speed enforcement throughout the month. Speeding puts everyone on the road at risk. Please drive safely and be aware of the posted speed limits. As a special reminder, with school back in session, be mindful of school zones. Please slow down and watch for children going to
Gary Fred Anderson
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gary Fred Anderson, who left us on September 1, 2024. Born in Cottage Grove, Oregon, to Fred and Fern Anderson, Gary lived a life filled with love, laughter, and countless cherished memories.
A proud graduate of Cottage Grove High School, Gary began a remarkable journey when he married Wanda Miller on April 5, 1957, in El Centro, California. Together, they raised three wonderful children: Kim, Terri, and Todd. Gary proudly served his country in the Navy, enlisting in November 1956 and completing his service in 1960. Following his military service, he dedicated himself to a successful career in car sales, working at Tillamook Motor Ford from 1994 to 2003 as a car manager. His passion for cars and his ability to connect with people made him a beloved figure in the community. Throughout his life, Gary excelled in many hobbies, from playing golf and
furniture out of myrtle wood, and multiple stained-glass lamp shades, steppingstones and wall hangings. She was productive well into her late 80s. She also enjoyed camping as a family and hunting, always filling her tag. She is survived by her children, Dean Early and Peggy (dcd), Diane Kreider, Mike (Robert) Blank and Polly, John Blank and Georgia, along with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her most, offering support, wisdom, and love in abundance. We are all so blessed to have her so long, with such wonderful memories. She will be missed by all.
July 5, 1937 - Sept. 1, 2024
bowling to enjoying lively gatherings with friends and family. He was raised in the church and returned to his faith in his later years, becoming a devoted member of Grace Point Church in Las Vegas. A lifelong community member, he was also proud to be involved with the Elks, Moose, Cancer Society, Gary Anderson Open and Los Prados Golf Course. Gary is survived by his loving wife, Wanda Anderson, and their three children: Kim Hilton (Mark), Terri Bergren (Scott), and Todd Anderson (Jen-
nifer). He leaves behind seven adoring grandchildren: Crystal Harris(Chris), Erik Williams(Belinda), Greg Bergren, Ashley Anderson(Jason), Kayla Jenck(Brian), Colby Anderson(Courtney), and Jesse Anderson(Zach), along with 14 great-grandchildren who will forever cherish their memories of him.
Gary is preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Barbara Martin and Arline Keating. His spirit will live on in the hearts of those who loved him.
A celebration of Gary’s life will be held on December 8, 2024, at 1:00 PM at the Tillamook Elks Club. Family and friends are invited to gather to honor his legacy and share stories.
The family of Gary Anderson wishes to express their sincere appreciation for your understanding, prayers, and acts of kindness during this time of bereavement. Gary’s ashes will remain with Wanda and each of their children, a lasting reminder of the love he shared with all of us.
and from school. Let us work together to ensure our roads are safe by watching our speeds. For Questions Contact: Chief Nick Troxel at 503842-2522.
Candidates’ forums scheduled for Rockaway Beach
The Tillamook Headlight Herald and American Association of University Women are proud to announce that they will be hosting two forums for candidates for Rockaway Beach city councilor and mayor on October 5 and October 15. The forum on the 5th will be preceded by a candidate meet and greet from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. and last from 6:30-8 p.m. The forum on the 15th will run from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Both forums will be hosted at the Neah-Kah-Nie School District’s main office at 504 North Third Avenue in Rockaway Beach.
The Headlight Herald will host the first forum, with
publisher Joe Warren moderating, and the American Association of University Women (AAUW) will host the second forum, with the AAUW’s Lisa Phipps and Laura Swanson
from the Tillamook County Pioneer moderating. Citizens are asked to please email questions for the forums to headlighteditor@countrymedia.net.
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Cheesemaker volleyball defeats St. Helens
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Tillamook High School’s volleyball team defeated the St. Helens Lions in straight sets in a home match on September 24, to improve to 3-2 in league play and 8-3 on the season.
Each of the games in the match was close, but the Mooks strong communication and resiliency powered them to three straight wins.
The Cheesemakers got off to a hot start in the first game, scoring the first four points and triggering a timeout by St. Helens. The break did not stop the run, but the Lions finally got on the board at 6-1 and kept the margin at five until the score stood at 11-6.
Tillamook then allowed St. Helens to trim the lead to 15-13, before Head Coach Trina Goss called a timeout, after which the Lions’ next serve ended up in the net, ending the run.
The Mooks again extended their lead to five at 20-15 but again St. Helens trimmed
the lead back and was within two at 22-20, before a bad serve gave Tillamook the ball back and allowed them to seal the 25-21 win with a blocked spike moments later.
In the second game, Tillamook fell behind 0-2 in the early going but responded with five straight before the Lions managed another point. That point was followed by another Cheesemaker run that pushed the lead to 10-3 before drawing a St. Helens timeout.
Tillamook maintained a comfortable lead for the next stretch of play, remaining ahead 20-15 with disciplined play. St. Helens rallied, cutting the lead to 22-19, before Tillamook scored two straight to bring up a game point, triggering another timeout from St. Helens. This call appeared to have swung the momentum as the Lions scored three straight, but another timeout from Goss led to a game-winning spike from Kennedy Moncrief.
Holding the 2-0 advantage, Tillamook again jumped
out to an early lead in the third game, pulling ahead 9-4 before St. Helens called a timeout. Again, the break seemed to have the intended effect, and the Lions battled back to tie the game at 15-15 moments later, forcing Goss to call a timeout of her own.
The Mooks gave up the next point, but the match stayed close, with the score tied at 16, 17 and 18 before the Cheesemakers built a bit of breathing room with a 2118 lead.
St. Helens responded and tied the game at 22 before scoring two more points to force a game point at 24-22. Tillamook rallied back to tie the score at 24 and after allowing the Lions to score two more points, pulled away for the two game-winning points with a final score of 28-26. The win was the third straight for the Cheesemakers and they followed it up with an 0-3 loss against the Astoria Fishermen on September 26 and a game against The Dalles on September 28 (result unavailable).
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Kennedy Moncrief spikes the ball against the Lions.
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the Gold Boys Varsity Division. He finished 35th place in a time of 16:49.50. Junior Ryan Sheets was the next Mook in 57th place in a time of 17:07.1. The boys’ team was also able to fill a whole scoring slot in the Silver Boys Varsity Division. Andrew Lopes (47th, 19:00.1) and Damien Kiser (64th, 19:36.8) led the way. The boys team finished 13th overall in the division. The Cheesemakers race next at the Woahink Lake XC Invitational on Oct. 5.
MIKE WEBER For The Headlight Herald
The defending OSAA Class 4A Cowapa League champion Tillamook High Cheesemakers had a great start to their 10-game boys soccer league schedule with a 6-2 win over the St. Helens High Lions Sept. 25 at St. Helens High School.
The Mooks (1-0 league, 2-2 overall) took control of the contest early on a rainy and cold evening, building a 3-0 first half lead. Senior for-
ward Diego Lara scored two goals and junior midfielder Gio Viramontes had one goal. Lara’s initial goal off an assist by senior midfielder Cole Afolter, put the Mooks up 1-0.
The winless Lions (0-1 league, 0-4 overall) scored a goal off of a corner kick near the end of the first half to trim the margin to 3-1 at halftime.
The Mooks, guided by head Coach Brian Reynolds and assistant Coach Ulises Chacon, sustained their
momentum throughout the second half as well. Tillamook junior midfielder Juan Deniz scored on a header after he received a perfectly placed corner kick by junior midfielder Bruno Gonzalez (assist), making it 4-1 early in the second half.
“We got together and talked to the team at halftime about what we need to improve on,” said Chacon.
“Juan’s shot was a pretty awesome goal as he took the cross from Bruno and then he blasted a header shot into
the net. We had a real solid overall performance. We just had a couple of unlucky mistakes that led to their (Lions) goals. We would’ve like to have played a little better, but we were happy with the result.”
Deniz scored his second goal to put the Mooks up 5-1. The Lions scored on a penalty kick, making it 5-2. Affolter later scored a goal to put the Mooks in front 6-2. The Mooks played rock solid defense as they held the Lions to a total of just four shots on goal. Junior goalkeeper Johnny Flores (two saves) helped lead Tillamook’s defense with strong defensive play in front of the net. The Mooks had numerous offensive scoring opportunities with over 20 shots on goal.
“It was a strong way to start our league schedule,” said Chacon. “We should be near the top of the standings at this point of the season. Hopefully we can keep winning throughout the rest of the season and stay on top and achieve our goal of getting another league title.”
The Mooks’ road win at St. Helens marked their sixth straight victory over the Lions over the last three years (2022-2024).
“It was a little bit of a one-sided contest, and we would’ve liked to have put more of our scoring opportunities into the net, but we’ll figure that out as the season progresses,” said Chacon.
The win over the Lions also snapped a rarely seen two game Tillamook losing streak, which included a 6-2 home loss Sept. 17 to The Dalles. The last time Tillamook lost back-to-back games was in 2021. Tillamook lost 2-0 to Valley Catholic on Sept. 30, 2021, followed by a 1-0 loss to Seaside on Oct. 5, 2021.
The No. 19-ranked Mooks will be seeking to extend their win streak in their next Cowapa League contest at 6:45 p.m. Tuesday versus the No. 14-ranked Astoria High Fishermen (1-0 league, 3-1-1 overall) at Astoria High School. The Mooks follow with a 7 p.m. Cowapa League home game Thursday versus the Scappoose High Indians (0-1 league, 0-3-2 overall).
“It’s going to be a tough game at Astoria, because they look like they’re going to be the team to beat and they’ll be our strongest competition in the league this year, so we’ll see how that game goes,” said Chacon. “Our goal is to get back to the state playoffs again in November. We didn’t go as far as we had hoped for last season, so we’re hoping to make up for that this year.”
COURTESY PHOTO FROM CHELSEA YARNELL
A group of Cheesemakers competing in the Mook invite.
Tillamook boys’ soccer opens league schedule with win
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HH24-3047 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF TILLAMOOK NAN JOANNE BUCKLES, TRUSTEE OF THE NAN JOANNE BUCKLES LIVING TRUST DATED FEBRUARY 2, 2024, Plaintiff, v. CONRAD L. BUCKLES, III; BRENT D. BUCKLES; and ALSO ALL OTHER PERSONS OR PARTIES UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY RIGHT,
TITLE, LIEN, OR INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN THE COMPLAINT HEREIN CLAIMING BY, THROUGHT OR UNDER CONRAD L. BUCKLES, III OR BRENT D. BUCKLES, Defendants. No. 24CV42799 SUMMONS TO: All Other Persons or Parties Unknown Claiming Any Right,
ATTENTION LAND OWNERS
Netarts-Oceanside Sanitary District 1755 Cape Meares Lp. Rd. W., Tillamook, OR 97141 (503) 842-8231 www.n-o-s-d.com
Health, Dental, Vision and PERS Retirement. Job Open until filled.
Purpose of the position: Operates, monitors and maintains the process, equipment and facilities of a SBR treatment plant, facultative sludge lagoon, and its associated collection system. Responsible for the safe an efficient operation of sewage and treatment facilities within the parameters established by the District Superintendent; does other related work as required.
Requirements: High school diploma, GED certificate, or equivalent. Wastewater Treatment Operator Grade I or II certificates in treatment and collections.
Please call the phone number above, prior to picking up the application at the Netarts-Oceanside Sanitary District Office located at 1755 Cape Meares Lp. Rd. W., Oceanside, OR. Between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday or go to www.n-o-s-d.com to download the Employment Application, job description & specifications. “NOSD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Discrimination is prohibited by Federal Law.” Complaints of discrimination may be filed with the Secretary of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. 20250 H24303
POSITIONS:
District Office
Neah-Kah-Nie High School
Garibaldi Grade School
24-25 Sp Ed IA, Posting #532
Early Literacy Tutoring (Up to 2 Positions) Posting #537
Nehalem Elementary School
Neah-Kah-Nie Middle School
Assistant Secretary, Posting #536
SUBSTITUTES NEEDED – PLEASE CONTACT ESS.COM
Teacher Substitutes
Classroom, Secretarial, Cafeteria, and Custodial Substitutes Needed
To apply for any substitute position please go to ESS.com, click on Job Seeker, then type in Neah-Kah-Nie School District and follow the application process.
To apply for any of the positions, except for substitute positions, go to TalentEd at https://neahkahnie.schoolrecruiter.net/
For More Information Contact: Kathie Sellars, Administrative Assistant Neah-Kah-Nie School District PO Box 28/504 N. Third Avenue
Rockaway Beach, OR 97136
Phone (503) 355-3506
Vacancy announcements can be found on our website at www.nknsd.org
Neah-Kah-Nie School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Tillamook School District No.9
Certified:
Classified
• Eaglet Program Child Care EA, .5 FTE @ Wilson River School Campus (38-23)
• Academic Interventionist @ South Prairie (268)
• English Learner Development EA, 1.0 FTE @ Tillamook High School (84-22)
• SpEd Teacher @ TJHS (260)
• Bilingual Campus Connection Coach, 1.0 FTE @ Tillamook High School (63 -22)
• Title I EA, .5 FTE @ Liberty Elementary School (03-23)
• Instructional Coach @ SP (306)
• Title I EA, .5 FTE @ South Prairie Elementary School (25-23)
• Temporary Elementary Teacher, 2024/25 School Year Only @ Liberty (307)
• General Educational Assistant, .5 FTE @ South Prairie Elementary (18 -23)
• General Educational Assistant, 1.0 FTE @ South Prairie Elementary (19 -23)
• Behavior Intervention Specialist @ Liberty (308)
• General Educational Assistant, .5 FTE @ Liberty Elementary School (04 -23)
• SpEd/Special Care Ed. Assistant, 1.0 FTE @ Multiple Schools
To view job details, qualifications and more job postings, visit our website www.tillamook.k12.or.us Questions? Contact: Hannah Snow Roberts, snowh@tillamook.k12.or.us, (503) 842-4414, ext. 1200
Full time employees are entitled to excellent benefits, including health insurance and retirement benefits (PERS). Tillamook School District is an equal opportunity educator and employer. All employees must pass a criminal background/fingerprint check.
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publication will be September 17, 2024. If you have questions, you should see an attorney immediately. If you need help in finding an attorney, you may contact the Oregon State Bar’s Lawyer Referral Service online at www.oregonstatebar.org or by calling (503) 684-3763 (in the Portland metropolitan area) or toll-free elsewhere in Oregon at (800) 452-7636. BREAKWATER LAW, Michael B. Kittell #112345, Attorney for Plaintiff, 9900 SW Wilshire St., Suite 200, Portland, OR 97225, (503) 878-8948, michael@breakwater-law.com.
HH24-3056 Cove Built LLC is requesting bids for solar energy installation only at the new Manzanita City Hall, 655 Manzanita Ave, Manzanita, OR 97130. This project is subject to BOLI wages per July 2023 designation. Documents will be available at the Plan Center Northwest in Portland or by emailing jason@covebuilt. com. Please send bids to jason@ covebuilt.com by October 16th at 4:00 pm. Cove Built LLC reserves the right to reject bids for nonconformity or non-compliance with the instructions, plans, or specifications.
HH24-3057 PUBLIC NOTICE:
The following listed individuals have left items in storage at Tillamook Mini Storage, 3510 3rd St. Tillamook, OR 97141. 503842-6388, Rochelle Wall #127, Robert Wende#444,Shawn Aer ni#38,StaceyBerglund#449b,Lig hthouse Vision Care#191,Tod H Foulk#235, Vernon E Shipley#45, Robin L Wagner#59H, Lisa F Olson Ivie#339, if any of the above wish to settle their accounts, and collect their belongings they need to do so by 5:00pm on October 15th 2024. All items which remain after that time will be sold at auction to the highest bidder online at www.storageauctions.com on October 15th 2024 at 5:00pm.
Great opportunities at Tillamook
Ice Cream Operator (PT) –(Tillamook) – $23.76
Site Sanitation - Swing –(Tillamook) – $18.00
FT Brand Ambassador –(Tillamook Visitor Center) – $19.20
Please check out our website for more information on these and other great opportunities www.tillamook.com or contact scunningham@tillamook.com H24369
JOB ANNOUCEMENT
ADVOCATE POSITION
Tides of Change is accepting applications for a full-time Advocate. The advocate is responsible for direct client services for victims of domestic and sexual violence and oversight to the volunteer program. This position is grant funded. Salary DOE, includes health care benefits and generous PTO package.
For more please contact ToC at 503-842-9486 or www.tidesofchangenw.org If you would like to apply please send a cover letter and resume to valerie@tidesofchangenw.org or drop off at 1902 Second Street in Tillamook.
JOB ANNOUCEMENT
BILINGUAL HEALTH PROGRAMS ADVOCATE POSITION
Tides of Change is accepting applications for a full-time Advocate. The advocate is responsible for direct client services for victims of domestic and sexual violence and oversight to the volunteer program. This position is grant funded. Salary DOE, includes health care benefits and generous PTO package.
For more please contact ToC at 503-842-9486 or www.tidesofchangenw.org. If you would like to apply please send a cover letter and resume to valerie@tidesofchangenw. org or drop off at 1902 Second Street in Tillamook.
Tillamook County Church Services
Bay City
BAY CITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
A warm and friendly congregation. 5695 D Street, Bay City, OR, (503) 377-2679, Rev. Jonathan Mead. Worship Service 10:30 a.m., Fellowship downstairs afterwards. https://www.facebook.com/BayCityOregonUMC Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors! Cloverdale
WI-NE-MA CHRISTIAN CHURCH
Wi-Ne-Ma Campground. 5195 Winema Road, 7 miles south of Cloverdale Kyle French, Minister. (971) 237-2378 info@winemachurch.net Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m.
HEALING WATERS BIBLE CHURCH OF GOD 41507 Oretown Rd E Cloverdale, OR 97112 (541) 671-5588
11 a.m. Sunday Church Service
7 p.m. Wednesday Bible study
Friday 7 p.m. Pastor Bry’s Corner Garibaldi
NORTH COAST CHRISTIAN CHURCH
309 3rd St., (503) 322-3626
Pastor Sam McRae
Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m.
We invite you to join us.
HIS GATHERING
111 Driftwood Ave, Garibaldi, OR 97118
www.hisgathering.net Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
Nehalem
NEHALEM BAY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
36050 10th Street, Nehalem, OR (503) 368-5612
Pastor Celeste Deveney + Sunday service 11 a.m.
Food Pantry
Open Friday, Saturday & Monday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday March - October 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
November - February noon to 4 p.m.
Nehalem Senior Lunches
Tuesday & Thursday served at noon email: nbumcnsl2020@gmail.com
Netarts
NETARTS FRIENDS CHURCH
4685 Alder Cove Rd. West, (503) 842-8375
Email: friendschurchnetarts@gmail.com
Website: www.netartsfriends.org
Pastor Aaron Carlson, Adult & Youth
Worship Service: 9:30 a.m.
Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.
Nursery available Handicap Accessible Small Groups All are welcome!
Pacific City
NESTUCCA VALLEY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
35305 Brooten Road, (503) 965-6229
Rev. Ken Hood
www.nestuccavalleypc.org
Weekly Bible study group Fridays at 10 a.m.
Open communion the first Sunday of each month Regular services Sunday 10 a.m.
Everyone is welcome
PACIFIC COAST BIBLE CHURCH
35220 Brooten Road
(Adjacent Post Office)
Pastor Dan Mason (503) 926-8234
Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School 11:15 a.m.
Website: pacificcoastbiblechurch.com
All are welcome!
NESTUCCA VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT
K8 Music Teacher
-$50,051-$90,392 per year -Generous benefits
Special Education Instructional Assistant -7 duty hours per day
-$18.25-$21.69/hr. DOE
-Benefit eligible position
District Registered Nurse -12 duty hours per week
Bus Driver
-$20.21-$24.03/hr. DOE -184 day contract -Training available -Benefit eligible position
Type 10 Van Driver/Custodian 1
-$18.05-$21.96/hr. -8 duty hours per day
-Benefit eligible position
Apply at: www.nestucca.k12.or.us/do/hr/index.php Or use the QR Code
A place for the whole family to Connect, Grow and Serve.
REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS)
302 Grove Ave. (503) 842-4823 Sunday Services: 9:30 a.m. Adult Bible Class and Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Divine Worship Where love transforms hearts and lives. Pastor K.W. Oster
LIFECHANGE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP 3500 Alder Lane, Tillamook, OR 97141 (503) 842-9300 www.lifechangefellowship.com
Pastor Brad Smith Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Sunday morning followed by Worship and Message at 11 a.m. Come worship with us, enjoy the live music. Bible studies and an assortment of activities throughout the week. Let’s worship our Lord together. We will show you how much WE CARE!
ST. PETER LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA) 401 Madrona at 4th Street (503) 842-4753
Pastor Mary Peterson 10 a.m. Worship Everyone is Welcome
EMMANUEL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH
Sunday: 10 a.m. Sunday School 11 a.m. Church Service Wednesday: 7 p.m. Midweek Service 1906-A 3rd Street, Tillamook, OR 97141
Pastor Sterling Hanakahi (503) 842-7864
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH
2203 4th St., (503) 842-6213
Senior Pastor: Dean Crist Sunday Prayer at 8:45 a.m. Worship Celebration at 9:15 a.m. Classes for all ages at 11 a.m. Casual attire. Nursery facilities and handicapped accessible. Programs available for youth of all ages. Travelers and newcomers welcome.
OCEAN BREEZE BAPTIST CHURCH
2500 Nielsen Road, (503) 842-1446
Pastor Kevin Birdsong
Sunday School 10 a.m.
Sunday Morning Service 11 a.m.
Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.
Wednesdays: Prayer Meeting, King’s Kids and Teen Power Hour 6 p.m. “The end of your search
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PUBLIC NOTICE REGARDING UNCLAIMED PROPERTY
The Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office has in its physical possession the unclaimed personal property described below. If you have any ownership interest in any of that unclaimed property, you must file a claim in writing with the Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office within 30 days from the date of publication of this notice, or you will lose your interest in that property. The personal property is described as: Computers, car parts, ammo, tools, various electronic equipment, cameras, cell phones, various weapons, jewelry, suitcase, sports equipment, bicycle, backpacks & duffle bags w/ misc. contents, wallets, miscellaneous clothing, keys, books, tools, and personal documents. Inquiries may be directed to the Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office Property/Evidence Unit at: Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office, Attn: Property/Evidence, 5995 Long Prairie Rd, Tillamook, OR 97141
Posted 05/30/2024
Just fill out the online adoption application. https://unitedpaws.wordpress.com/ adoption-application/
occasions, United Paws’ staff have observed Linus caring for his fragile younger sister, Sprite. Best of all, Linus is a nurturing loving soul who seems at ease with all who are round him. Oliver has a very similar laid back and loving personality. He is a beautiful tabby tuxedo mix with brown, gray, black & white markings. Oliver is the greeter of this bunch, welcoming you home after a hard day. When Oliver puts his paws on your leg, he’s asking you to pick him up to be held and snuggled.
Gabriel is an angel, soulful and strong-spirited. After receiving extra special care, he recovered from some health issues and became the love of his Foster Mama’s life. She said, “Gabriel’s will to live and thrive are inspirational.” Now, Gabriel is a great eater, and he loves to be held and snuggled, especially at night. These three brothers are all affectionate with one another and they love to play with other foster friends as well. They love their toys and will growl fiercely, especially Gabriel, when they pin down a toy mouse. This tabby group will all do well in homes with other friendly cats, dogs, and children who understand how to be gentle with animals.
They were surrendered to United Paws, along with their Mama Olive, when they were very young, so they have had lots of tender loving care in a safe environment. Now, the kittens are ready for their own forever homes, all happy, healthy, and ready to go either individually or with a sibling or two, to wonderful homes. Visit our web site for more info on each kitten and other cats available for adoption at www.unitedpaws.wordpress.com
Adoption Application: https://unitedpaws.wordpress.com/online-adoption-application/ Phone: United Paws at 503-842-5663.
United Paws’ Kittens of the Week: Linus, Oliver & Gabriel
