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Knowlton said 577 people came into the lighthouse and an estimated 277 just walked to the outside. Knowlton said it would be hard to gauge whether visitors came for the lighthouse birthday or the fact that it was a sunny Saturday during spring break.

Docents were on hand to answer questions, and give short tours through the bottom go the lighthouse.

Visitors enjoyed tours, stories, hot dogs and live music. The day started with a Easter egg hunt at the Lightkeeper’s house yard while others packed the beach below.

The lighthouse is named after Don Bruno de Heceta who set off on a secret west coast voyage for the Queen of Spain in 1775. “Due to the onslaught of scurvy, Heceta and his crew turned back

just before the Columbia River, but not before he noted the shallow waters and rocky headland that now bear his name,”according to historic reports. “A century later, mariners frequenting the dark waters between Coos Bay and Newport asked for a lighthouse to guide their journeys up and down the coast. Heceta Head proved an ideal location, but the construction project in this isolated place was no small feat.”

The lights was erected in 1892 and cast its first beams over the ocean March 30, 1894. The full history can be found online at https:// www.hecetalighthouse.com/history See

PHOTOS BY TONY REED

Before she passed, Adeline told her family that she had lived a really good life, she took comfort in her faith and said she was happy to be going home. Adeline was a kind person who genuinely cared about others and will be missed by all who knew her.

in Parkersburg West Virginia to James Carl and Lucille Mckibben on January 26, 1941.

Brenda graduated with a BA from West Virginia Wesleyan College and a MA from University of Colorado. Her MA major subject was English Literature. She taught Intermediate School in Santa Ana, California for over 30 years. She lived in Laguna Beach, California prior to marrying her husband, Keith, in 1977. The couple then lived in Tustin, California along with three children from Keith’s prior marriage. After the children were gone, they moved back to her beloved Laguna Beach until moving to Florence in 1998.

Brenda soon made many friends in the greater Florence area. She had a circle of friends who shared her interest in quilting. She volunteered weekly at Florence Food Share where she had many co-worker friends. Shortly after arriving in the Florence area, the couple was invited to join a group of mainly retired teachers for a weekly Sunday night gathering. Many happy evenings were spent with the group of fellow teachers.

Brenda is survived by her husband, Keith Hull, his three children, seven grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. There was great mutual love shared between Brenda, her “step” children and the next two generation of Hull’s.

Brenda is predeceased by a brother, Steve Mckibben. She is also survived by a

sister, Charlotte Stuart, and a brother, Wayne Mckibben., and many nieces and nephews in West Virginia and one in Germany.

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Jackson Dean “Jack” Harris Jackson Dean “Jack” Harris was born on May 20, 1940, at Sacred Heart Hospital in Eugene, Lane County, Oregon, to Lucille Katherine Shafer and James Richard Harris. Jack was the oldest of eight children. He was married three times and had one son and three daughters. He died on September 22, 2023, at his home in Bullard, Smith County, Texas, at the age of 83.

The Harris family lived in Gate Creek, Lane County, Oregon, until they moved to Placer County, California, during the 1950’s. As a boy, Jack was influenced by his father’s fondness of fishing and hunting and the love of the wilderness and its beauty. After graduating in 1959 from Placer High School in Auburn, California, his career interests began in construction. Eventually he moved to the Bay Area and began working primarily in drywall which led him into San Francisco, northward in the state and on into Washington for a time. Sometime in the late 70’s/ early 80’s, he established and built a successful commercial business he named Harris Drywall.

As the years passed, Jack was drawn back to his home state of Oregon where he had family and with thoughts of eventually retiring. He purchased Oregon property, continued operating his business in California, and then started another in Oregon when he moved there permanently.

Jack worked up and down the Coast from Florence Oregon, performing both residential & commercial jobs. He continued his commercial operations in California until 2012.

Jack built three of his homes in the Florence area, as well as, purchasing, renovating, and then selling several other properties. He shared his talents to several commercial establishments in the area. He was ambitious, adventurous, and very successful whether it be at work or at play.

“All work and no play” would certainly make Jack a dull boy! Jack loved his free time to explore the adventures he was shown as a boy. He enjoyed many hunting trips with friends and family in the northern areas. Fishing in the Pacific Ocean, the mountain streams and lakes, the Canadian waters, and the Alaskan waters brought him happiness and personal satisfaction. Jack was a proficient boat captain. He loved and respected the water while enjoying its beauty, its sometimes fierceness, and the nearness of his being in the Hands of God.

Among other of his loves were people: he loved his family…his children & grandchildren, he loved the many years of friends, he loved being in social gatherings.

Jack loved cars and trucks: CLEAN cars & trucks! Jack loved the many boats he had over the years. Jack loved entertaining: barbecuing, bartending, crab and seafood dinners, cooking, card games, music. Jack liked good food whether it be in an exquisite restaurant or a roadside dive.

Jack loved the four beautiful homes he built. Jack loved playing golf with all his fun-loving friends. Jack loved laughter, positive-thinking happy people. Jack loved his drinking buddies. Jack loved the years of traveling in his four different motorhomes … up and down the West Coast,

to Montana, Wyoming, the Dakotas, Texas, the Deep South, Alaska, the Yukon, Canada, across & up & down the USA. Jack loved ocean cruises: Panama, Mexico, Alaska, Caribbean Islands. Jack loved the 5 years of being the owner/operator of JAX Lounge…it may have been one of his most cherished “hobbies”!

Let’s not forget Jack’s love for animals…he cherished his many pets: pups: Mindy, Brandee, Bailee; cats: Blondie, Spook, Lucy & Ethel, Thelma & Louise; burros: Jacqueline, Jax; pygmy goats: Billy, Nanny, Spendy; to list a few.

Even as a hunter of animals in the wild, the day came when he no longer wanted to hunt but to enjoy the beauty of the wild deer and the elk in their natural habitats. But Jack left behind his final furry love, a little maltipoo named Thelma Lou, a loving and social girl much like her “dad.”

Jack and Deanna Joye Cleveland Johnson met perchance Friday, June 13, 1986, in Pleasant Hill, California. As time passed, we became good friends, then best friends, then loving friends. We were married Friday, January 13, 1995, at the Adobe Inn in Yachats, Oregon, in the presence of our many friends. We shared travels, adventures, family, friendships, during those 37+ years together.

In October 2019, we sold our last Florence Oregon house, and Jack brought me back home to Texas. He then built his fourth and final house. We did enjoy this time with some travel, family, good eats, social doins’, and new acquaintances. During the almost 4 years of living among Texans, Jack did not quite conquer some of the Texas colloquialisms, such as “y’all,” “fixin’ to,” etc. But, he tried! Jack was a good sport: he could take it and you‘d better believe he could dish it out!

It is needless to think much less say that I miss my Jack. We were married 28 years, 8 months, and 9 days. God blessed me with this happenstance meeting and relationship.

Jack Harris was like the sunshine…the room lit up when he was in it. There was life present. He was ambitious, adventurous, exciting, outgoing, unselfish, comical, teasing, kind, generous. He never met a stranger, he was not shy, he was never intimidated, he was confident. I could go on and on. If you did not know this about Jackson Dean Harris, you really missed out.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents, infant daughter Candy, son Joe, brothers Dan and Brett, sister Janice. He is survived by daughters Wendy and Sheila of California, sisters Tana and Roseanne of Oregon, brothers Gary of Montana and Jimmy of Oregon. Also leaving behind are many grand and great-grandchildren and numerous relatives in Louisiana, Oregon, California, Wyoming, Tennessee. And, remembering his Texas kids: Lisa, Suzan, Jeff, and his special buddy Bryan ‘J.J.’

On April 13, 2024, loving nephew Clint Harris of Prineville, Oregon, will return his Uncle Jack to the final earthly destination into the Northwest area of his adored Pacific Ocean.

John Kenney Newville

“Kenney”, left this world suddenly for his home with God on March 24, his beloved wife of 66 years, Mary Ann by his side. He was an engineer and loved discovering how things were put together and worked. An avid reader, at times averaging a book a day

on his Kindle, he also enjoyed Sudoku and online gaming. He loved music, especially folk music. He loved the Dodgers, Hawaiian shirts, USC football, and Pepsi and his sweet tooth was the stuff of legends. He was a genuine man, honest, loyal, faithful, and faith-filled and his family meant everything to him.

Kenney was born July 5, 1935, in Manhattan Beach, California to Jack Russell Newville and Mary Julia Newville nee Kenney. He was the oldest of four siblings and is survived by two sisters Mary Laurie Siebert and JoAnn Gambini and a brother Ed Newville. While attending Mt Carmel High School in Los Angeles he met Mary Ann Hohman, the younger sister of a school friend. They began dating in 1954 and they married in August of 1957. He studied civil engineering at the University of Southern California where he enjoyed badminton and joined the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity. With one semester left of his college studies and while Mary Ann worked at a bank close to campus, they would meet during their lunch breaks, a tradition they would keep for decades, in the Exposition Park Rose Garden. After graduating in 1958, he joined the United States Air Force with the rank of 2nd Lt. Stationed at Geiger Field Airbase in Spokane, he was the inspector for the construction of 220 units of base housing. Upon the project’s completion and with the rank of Captain, he opted for an early discharge and moved back to Southern California.

Kenney became an engineer at Engineering Service Corporation, one of Los Angeles County’s oldest civil engineering and land planning firms in 1960. As president of ESCO, he grew it from a thirteen-person organization to the premier land development engineering/surveying/city planning firm in California. Projects with the firm took Kenney all over California, the West Coast, and as far

afield as Guam. Quality services were ESCO’s hallmark and under his leadership all of the employees felt like they were an integral part of the ESCO family.

From small trips to Solvang to long drives across many states and with his Nikon camera around his neck, Kenney loved to travel. In the summer of 1969 Kenney, Mary Ann and their four oldest children traveled to Europe and they visited where his father had been stationed during WWII. In 1979 they bought a cabin in the San Bernardino Mountains and they spent weekends there often. He loved to go sledding with his children in the winter and take them on long walks in the sunshine in summer, his pockets filled with hard candy. When the kids were a little older, he meticulously planned trips to the Canadian Rockies and the San Juan Islands with the help of paper maps and guidebooks.

Kenney longed to fly from an early age and in 1970 he obtained his private pilot’s license and purchased a Piper Cherokee 6 light plane. He also took organ lessons as an adult and built an organ to play in their garage, often times serenading his young children.

During his travels, Kenney fell in love with the Oregon coast. After his retirement in 2007, he and Mary Ann settled in Florence where they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with all nine of their children, their spouses, and many of their grandchildren. In Florence, Kenney and Mary Ann found a new family in their neighbors, their parish of St Mary’s, and the regulars and staffs of local restaurants. He enjoyed countless visits from his children, their spouses, and their grandchildren over the years. He would always end visits with a hug and say, “Don’t be too long in coming back, now.”

In addition to his beloved wife, Mary Ann, Kenney leaves behind his nine children, Kenney Newville

(Bunny), Marianne Topa (Bruce), Ed Newville (Lindsay), Shannon Teresky (Dan), Michele Newville, Jon Newville (Rachelle), Jo Davis (Jim), Tim Newville (Anje), and Teri Yannopoulos (Kimon). Nineteen grandchildren, Anthony Newville (Cat), Kenney Newville (Natalie), Vince Newville (Chelsea), Kayleigh Teresky, Andrew Teresky, Mary Kate Teresky, Danica Teresky, Matthew Allen, Alison Newville, Tyler Newville, Caden Newville, Kiely Newville, Brysen Newville, Nick Newville, Mary Newville, Brooks Montoya, Meagan Davis, Sophie Montoya, and Persephone Yannopoulos. Two great grandchildren Catherine Newville and Rylee Newville. A funeral mass will honor Kenney on April 13th at 10:30 in the morning at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Our Lady of the Dunes in Florence and will be preceded by a rosary at 10:00 am. The wearing of Hawaiian shirts is strongly encouraged.

Martin Russell Adams, aged 66, of Florence, Oregon, was called home on March 6, 2024, having lived a life full of purpose and readiness to meet his Creator. Born in Gardina, California on September 17, 1957, Marty was a man whose life was a testament to faith, music, and love.

Discovering his passion for music at the tender age of See OBIT, page A4

Tuttle, Lance Tuttle, Rylie Tuttle, Brandon Smoldt, Jamie Foster, Alissa Webb, Kayla Center, Jared Frye and James Frye and many great-grandchildren as well.

Brenda L. Hull

Brenda L. Hull died in her home in Florence, OR on March 22 at the age of 83 She was born

Martin Russell Adams

cause for withdrawing from a friend.” — Thomas Jefferson (1800)

I have recently read that Tony Cavarno has died. I know he was somewhat of a local hero. But not for me. I read some of his pompous and ridiculous letters when I lived in Florence, one of which was his “recommendation” that our nation should be based on Christianity. Not everybody is a Christian and many never will be. Our nation was founded on freedom of religion; in fact, the first settlers came here to escape religious persecution. Mike Johnson, our current Speaker of the House, would like our nation to be a Christian theocracy. Does that imply that my religious freedom might be attacked? It could happen. James Madison realized this when itinerant religionists

“invaded” his state of Virginia and harassed others Madison’s apprehension of this is reflected in the Constitution. If one right is taken away, would another subsequently be taken away, and then another and another? For Mr. Johnson, trans-gender identification is a “sin”, a spurious and ill-founded concept in his religion. So, what did Mr.

Johnson do? He claimed that national recognition of transgender people is an affront to the “tenets” of Easter, which holy day isn’t--and should not be--in the purview of government.

Revisiting the Rainbow Ballroom

By TONY REED Associate Editor

I’ve had some good feedback since my request for information about the Rainbow Ballroom in Florence two weeks ago. Much of it was “you should talk to so-and-so,” but I’ve been able to dig up some more information in our archives and, of course, through the Siuslaw Pioneer Museum.

A clipping from the Siuslaw Oar, dated March 5, 1937 reads, “One of the smartest social events of the season for folks hereabouts was the formal opening of the new Odd Fellows building and Ballroom on the upper floor last Saturday evening. A crowd of approximately 400 people were assembled as guests of the Odd Fellows lodge. Old time and modern music furnished by the Tom Fair and His Dudes of the West dance orchestra and from the Veneta Section kept old and young alike ‘tripping the light fantastic. On the brand new dance floor until well past the midnight hour. A few old-fashioned quadrilles [a square dance with four couples] furnished much merriment and pleasure. Women of the Sunset Rebecca lodge assisted as hostesses of the event with the serving of delicious refreshments. Net receipts of the event tolled nearly $70. Guests were present from Gardiner, Mapleton, North Bend Marshfield and other points.an ‘opening’ dance by the Orville Rhythm

Makers local orchestra had been billed for this Saturday night in the new hall which will be known in dancing circles as the ,,Rainbow.’” (sic)

A clipping from June 15 1945 in the Oar announced that a five-piece orchestra would be playing in the ballroom.

The museum had some useful information about the ballroom, namely that it’s building used to be called Fishermans Wharf and was used for the Rhododendron Queen assemblies.

A reader forwarded clippings found in the Eugene Register Guard and Coos Bay World newspapers noting events to be held in the Rainbow ballroom.

One undated clipping reads, “This year’s Queen Rhododendra XIX will be crowned at the coronation Ball Saturday evening at the Rainbow ballroom, culminating several weeks of activity, including a speech contest Thursday evening to help select the reigning beauty from Siuslaw school princesses Patricia Welch, Carolyn Jones, Donna Christensen and Rebecca Cooley.”

An ad clipped from March 5, 1948 reads “Dance every Saturday night- Music by Lefty and his popular Korn Knockers, 9 to 12:30, Rainbow ballroom Florence.”

Fishermans Wharf

Owners Tom and Deborah Rice allowed me to go back into the building later for a closer look. Upon noticing something buried under salvaged wood on the stage, I literally uncovered a bit of local history- The outside sign for the Fishermans Wharf. It’s about 7 feet tall and reads, “Fishermans Wharf, seafood, steaks, cocktails, open 24 hours.” It’s a semi-opaque

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seven, Marty quickly excelled in piano, captivating all who heard him play. This early dedication to his craft led him to tour at 17, with the southern gospel quartet The Crownsmen, sharing his gift and spreading joy through music far and wide. In the years following he played with award-winning bands of differing genre, performed on stage and television, opened for big name concerts… he just loved to play music.

For over 40 years, Marty dedicated himself as a pastor and worship leader at a number of churches both in California and Oregon, where his leadership and heartfelt piano performances became a cornerstone of the community. His commitment to his faith and his congregation was evident in every note he played and every word he spoke.

At home, Marty was a beloved figure, deeply cherished by his loving wife Jackie, and their children Amber, Amy, Marshal, and Joshua, grandchildren Andre, Jazmine, Makayla, Analese, Arciella, John, Chloe, RJ, Jordon, Max, Lila, and great-grandchild Dean. His life with them was a harmony of love, laughter, and music, creating a legacy of cherished moments and lessons that will forever resonate.

Beyond the church and his family, Marty’s influence

community and beyond.

Through his ministry and music, he touched the lives of countless individuals, embodying compassion, inspiration, and a deep-seated faith. He was always there to support, uplift, and celebrate the joys and sorrows of life with those around him.

In addition to his musical and spiritual pursuits, Marty was actively involved in local theater and non-profits, showing his broad interests and dedication to making a positive impact in the lives of others in many ways.

Marty leaves behind his brothers John and Tim, and is greeted in the afterlife by his father Bill, mother Betty, as well as his brothers Bill and Dennis. His family finds solace in the belief that Marty is at peace, continuing his musical journey in the com pany of angels.

A celebration of Marty’s remarkable life will be held on April 12, at 1pm, at Florence Event Center.

In a testament to his giving spirit, the family suggests donations to the Seniors Ministries at Cross Road Church, Children’s Repertory of Oregon Workshops (C.R.O.W), or Oregon Coast Humane Society in lieu of flowers, to continue the work close to Marty’s heart.

The legacy of Marty will endure not just in the melodies he played or the sermons he delivered but in the indelible mark he left on the hearts of those he reached. His life’s

Ballroom

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Street to make way for an expansion of Fishermans Wharf, an adjacent restaurant and bar. Despite its age, the two-story building did not yield easily. It was a stubborn old lady, said Fishermans Wharf owner Gary Clawson, who bought the building 1.5 years ago. Research by the Florence City Librarian, Wyma Hood, indicates the building was constructed in 1896 by William Kyle who operated a store in it. She said that according to the Siuslaw

Pioneer, a local historical publication, the International Order of Odd Fellows organized here in 1898 and rented the upper floor from Kyle. Later the Odd Fellows bought the building from him and then they sold it.

Mrs. Hood said research by Mary Johnston, a local history buff, indicated the Bay Street Productions Building dates back to 1901. The demise of the Odd Fellows Hall apparently now makes the Bay Street Productions Building the oldest structure in Florence, she said. Clawson said he will begin construction immediately on a 3,000 square foot addiction to his restaurant. The addition will include new kitchen facilities, a dining room and a banquet room. He

estimated work will be completed in August. Meanwhile, the Odd Fellows and meeting temporarily at the American Legion and thinking— for home — etc. (sic)”

A copy of a copy of a photo of a building with a barber pole and a sign reading “Thrifty Threads” is cutlined, “Fishermans Wharf, looking east down Bay Street. Originally, the upstairs was the historic Rainbow Ballroom, The lower portion to the left was the IOOF building and at one time, was a hardware and appliance store run by Ron Bowman. Fishermans Wharf is now the Bay Street Grill and the small shop is an art gallery/store. Upstairs is a private business/ store.”

Another clipping reads, “Today, the rest of this particular block is Fishermans Wharf, but once upon a time there was a hardware store to the right of the Pastime (The Wharf’s original name) and the Rainbow ballroom above it, where the Rhododendron Queens Ball was held. The ballroom, with its excellent dance floor still exists intact; perhaps Gary Clawson will open it to the public again someday.”

As of yet, I have not found any photographs showing the inside of the ballroom in full swing. It has been used as a storage area for decades and workers say they spent a couple weeks offloading junk from the space.

The names

A note in the museum’s file with related clippings says the building was originally called Pastime, then Fishermans Wharf, then Bay Street Grill. When current renovations are complete, it will be the home of Bridgewater Fish House, which moved from a halfblock away in the WM Kyle and Sons Co. building. Bay Street Grill closed in November 2023, after 16 years in business. “After 16 years of making new friends from here and abroad, having employees that have become family, hosting a multitude of bands, Rhody Days celebrations, busy summers, slow winters, a recession and a pandemic, we are

at a point where we’ve had to make the incredibly difficult decision to be done with the place that we’ve called home all these years,” The Childers Family wrote on Facebook at the time. “From the Laughing Clam and Duncan and Co., to Bay Street Productions, Bay Street Junk and Schooners Landing and finally the Bay Street Grille, we’ve met people that have made our lives truly special and happy down here.”

Beth and Eric Stenke, owners of the Bridgewater Fish House, are moving into the former Bay Street Grille location at 1341 Bay Street and will open when renovations are complete.

Oregon governor signs sweeping drug addiction proposal into law

Governor said agencies will need to step up their efforts to avoid pitfalls when implementing new programs in the law.

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Tina Kotek

Monday signed into law the sweeping measure the Oregon Legislature passed to combat the state’s fentanyl drug addiction and overdose crisis. Kotek previously had said she would sign House Bill 4002, which was a centerpiece proposal of the short session. The law puts in place a new misdemeanor penalty for possession of small amounts of hard drugs, with opportunities for defendants to avoid jail if they enroll in programs that aid in their recovery and potential treatment.

In a letter to legislative leaders, Kotek said the state needs to have a carefully coordinated implementation to work as intended.

“Success of this policy framework hinges on the ability of implementing partners to commit to deep coordination at all levels,” Kotek wrote in her letter to Senate President Rob Wagner, D-Lake Oswego and House Speaker Julie Fahey, D-Eugene.

The new law will put $211 million towards a variety of court and treatment programs, including new and expanded residential treatment facilities, recovery houses and programs for counties to set up so-called deflection programs that people can participate in to avoid jail and criminal charges after an interaction with police. So far, 23 of Oregon’s 36 counties have agreed to set up those programs, which are not mandatory.

The new misdemeanor penalty starts in September, with jail time only required when defendants violate or fail their probation. The misdemeanor penalty unwinds the drug decriminalization of Measure

110, which Oregon voters passed in 2020. Measure 110 put a $100 citation system in place with no criminal penalty for possession of small amounts of hard drugs. But the new law also keep in place the provision of Measure 110 that funnels a share of cannabis revenue into addiction programs and services.

In her letter, Kotek said she has met with leaders from across the state – including prosecutors, public defenders, mental health providers, courts and law enforcement – who will be involved in setting up the new programs to try to steer drug users toward recovery.

‘One strategy’ While counties will have flexibility to determine what their programs look like, Kotek said it’s important to balance local community program designs with the need for statewide consistency.

Noting that House Bill 4002 encourages law enforcement to prioritize deflection

without an arrest, Kotek said this approach is “one strategy” to reduce the disproportionate impact on communities of color – and reduce the number of court records that need to be sealed.

“Simplification and standardization of court and other administrative processes will help reduce confusion and support successful completion of programs necessary to achieve future expungement,” Kotek said.

Under the law, no charges are filed when someone enters deflection. For those who are charged with the misdemeanor in court and convicted, the case will be expunged after completion of probation.

Advocates and public defenders have warned House Bill 4002 has potential complications that could harm people in addiction rather than help them. For example, the state already has a lack of public defenders, a lack of addiction treatment options to help people, and the state’s

own analysis found the law could disproportionately put people of color in jail. And people could inadvertently end up in jail in other ways under the new misdemeanor charge, such as if they don’t show up in court and are charged with failure to appear, which carries up to 364 days in jail.

Kotek said she’s directed state agencies to make the new law work as seamlessly and fairly as possible.

“Implementation of House Bill 4002 will be complex, but committing to clarity and coordination is one way to improve its likelihood of longterm success,” Kotek wrote. For example, she has directed the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission to use certification forms that clearly show when someone has completed deflection to create consistency across different jurisdictions.

Kotek said the Oregon Department of Corrections will “exhaust non-jail opportunities for misdemeanor sanctions.” She’s also directed the Oregon Public Defense Commission and Criminal Justice Commission to collaborate and share data about trends and new cases as the programs start. In the long-term,

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Forest Conservation group threatens to sue

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on the potential litigation.

Former STRD president and current treasurer Jody Phillips said the group has been expecting the CBD action and will have a full response soon.

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One arresting for kidnapping and more

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Phillips said the group appreciates what the Forest Service has done to date involving the dunes and public use.

“They have done an admirable job of trying to manage this crazy place called the Oregon Dunes, and be fair all the way around,” he said. “That’s not an easy task.”

Phillips said one of the Forest Service’s biggest challenges has been the management of non-native vegetation, which he said, the marten lives in.

Responding to CBD comments that OHVs have been destroying vegetation, Phillips said he was a resident of Florence in 1957 “when there was no vegetation” and consisted entirely of sand. “That vegetation was planted by the Forest Service,” he said, later noting adding restoration efforts have been focused on removing it.

Of the open riding areas listed as 10c in the Oregon dunes, Phillips said only about 25 percent is actually used by OHVs.

“The lion’s share of that is open sand,” he said, adding that the damp climate is helping non-native vegetation grow over the dunes. Phillips said the coastal marten is a subspecies of the Humboldt marten, and has a very small population.

“Fish and Wildlife didn’t want to list coastal marten,” he said, “but they were threatened with a suit so they just caved and said ‘you can have a subspecies.’ Our argument is essentially, how did they get there? If you think about it, we’ve been riding in there all along. If we’re a threat to them, how are they living in there?” He said the coastal marten is a non-native species which could not have lived in the open sand that was

there before the vegetation. He added that OHV events on the dunes mostly take place in open sand areas, as well.

Phillips said closing dune areas to OHV users would have economic impacts to the region. He said the popularity of OHV has exploded in recent decades and the group has been involved with Forest Service restoration projects over the years.

Forest Service officials declined to comment on the possible suit.

“At this time, the Forest Service is unable to comment on prospective litigation and we do not have a response statement to share,” said USFS Public Affairs Officer Joanie Schmidgall.

What are Martens?

According to CBD, martens are small, stealthy carnivores in the weasel family with long, slender bodies, large

triangular ears and bushy tails which grow up to two feet long but weigh under three pounds and must eat one-quarter of their body weight daily to support their high metabolism.

“Martens eat small mammals, birds, berries, reptiles and insects and are eaten in turn by larger mammals and raptors,” CBD said. “Fewer than 400 coastal martens remain in four highly isolated populations in Oregon and California. Approximately 71 of those individuals live in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, which the Forest Service manages,” the CBD release stated.

“Scientists warn that the fragile marten population in the Oregon Dunes could be wiped out if just two or three of the imperiled animals are killed by people in a single year.” Coastal martens were thought to be extinct until

they were rediscovered in the 1990s in northern California, according to CBD.

“The Center first petitioned the Service to protect coastal martens nearly 15 years ago,” the release said. “After multiple lawsuits by the Center, the agency listed the martens as threatened in September 2020. The Service later proposed approximately 1.4 million acres of critical habitat for the marten, including on the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, but has yet to finalize these protections.”

Editor’s note: The CBD release repeatedly refers to martens as carnivores, but also says they eat meats and berries, which would make them omnivores by definition. However, some reports by the US Fish and Wildlife and other agencies also refer to them as carnivores, while others list them as omnivorous.

FROM FACC

The Florence Area Community Coalition is proud to announce that Haylee Cole, Miss Oregon Teen Volunteer, will speak at the FACC’s Volunteer Celebration Wednesday, April 17th at the Florence Events Center. Haylee has been volunteering in the Florence Community for a very long time She volunteered with

Kiwani’s, Rotary, Boys and Girls Club, Elks Lodge, Younglife, Camp Harlow, Chamber of Commerce, Rhododendron Festival, 2023 Rhododendron Court, C.R.O.W, and sold 50/50 raffle tickets for the Oregon Ducks.

She is 18 years old and I graduated at 16 in 2022 from Siuslaw High School. She won the title Miss Oregon Teen Volunteer on January 20th at the Hult Center in Eugene and competed at Nationals in Jackson, Tennessee on March 7th-9th

The Volunteer Celebration will be held Wednesday, April 17th, from 1-3pm at the Florence Events Center. The theme for this year’s event is “Volunteers Plant Seeds of Kindness”.

As always, the event will celebrate and honor the hundreds of volunteers that do so much for the communities of Florence, Dunes City, Mapleton, Deadwood and the surrounding areas. The event is also a wonderful way to learn more about the many opportunities that exist to give back and make an impact in this region. Last year’s event drew over 175 people from many of the organizations in this area.

Registration is required and there are still a few tables and tickets available.. Organizations are encouraged to reserve tables for their volunteers as soon as possible. Individuals and organizations can find more information and a registration form on the FACC website: www.florenceareacc.org Membership in the FACC is not required. The Florence Area Community Coalition is an all-volunteer 501 (c) (3) organization that has been working to help the community for over 25 years. The mission of the Florence Area Community Coalition is to improve the quality of life in Western Lane County through partnerships, networking, volunteerism, community involvement, education and awareness. For more information, see http:// www.florenceareacc.org, or contact the FACC at florenceareacc@gmail.com

Do you part and volunteer today to help support these organizations in our community.

Peace Harbor Volunteers

Want to make a difference in the community and make new friends? Do you have a few hours a month? If so, we would love to have you

Haylee Cole

Online payments changes pending

Soon, Utility Billing will look different when you make online payments. At the beginning of this fiscal year, the City began its Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) conversion from Caselle to Tyler ERP Pro 10 The ERP system is what the City uses to manage our financial systems. At this time, general ledger and payroll have been converted successfully.

Utility Billing is next in the process. What this means for you as a utility customer of the city is:

After you pay your April bill (due May 15th), you will no longer be paying via Xpress Bill Pay. The new Tyler system has its own payment processing system (Tyler Payments).

If you have automatic payments set up for your utility account, you will need to set up a new automatic payment in Tyler Payments. This will not affect those who mail payments, pay in person or use the drop box at City Hall.

Rhododendron Drive Realignment & Improvement Project

During April, Rhododendron Drive will be closed to thru traffic on the south side of 35th Street between 35th and New Hope Lane. Residents that live in this area (between 35th and Marine Manor) will be allowed access. For community members and garbage haulers that are wanting to access the Lane County Transfer Station or the Oregon Coast Humane Society from the south, using Kingwood and 9th Street as the detour route. This closure will allow the contractor to continue to clear and grub south of 35th and begin preparing areas for retaining walls on the east side of Rhody near the Siuslaw Village Sewer Pump Station. The contractor is progressing nicely and their crews will continue their work in removing vegetation; remove asphalt from the shoulders;

and remove soil to accommodate the stormwater facility as well as the separated multiuse path.

The trees and vegetation that have been removed from the work area are being hauled to the north end of the Florence Municipal Airport to be mulched and used in as part of our FloGro program. Even though Rhododendron Drive is open from 9th Street to New Hope Lane (the access road to Oregon Coast Humane Society and Lane County Transfer Station) it is still a work zone. Please proceed cautiously through the work zone.

Coastal Career Fair

Calling employers from coastal Lane, Coos, Douglas, and Lincoln counties! The City of Florence joins regional partners in welcoming employers from up to 60 miles away from Florence to attend the Coastal Career Fair on Thursday, April 25, from 10 am to 2 pm at the

Florence Events Center, 715 Quince Street! This event is free for all participants. Contact OED_ LaneRecruiters@employ. oregon.gov or 541-686-7601 (Opt. 2) for more information, or click through to the event page at https:// CoastalCareerFair.eventbrite. com. The Coastal Career Fair hopes to provide active job postings and business resources for people in Western Lane County and up and down the Oregon Coast. It is coordinated by Lane Workforce Partnership, Collaborative EDO, and WorkSource Lane with support from the City of Florence and the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce.

Citing the Municipal Code

Hello Florence. It is that time of year when vegetation begins blooming, and will continue to really kick into high gear as the weather gets better and better. While it can be a beautiful sight, all

growth of plants and trees that grow out over the curbs at the street or the sidewalks need to be trimmed back. The trees need to be trimmed to 8 feet above the sidewalks, and 13’ 7” above the streets. Grass needs to be cut down if it reaches 12” as City code deems it a fire hazard.

Another issue becoming a more frequent code enforcement complaint is dogs being off-leash. There is only one place inside the city limits where a dog can run loose, and that is at the dog park at 1444

In a letter to Kotek on Tuesday, the more than 100 signatories said she should stop the U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management from moving forward with its plan to auction offshore wind site leases until the state has finalized its own roadmap for offshore wind development.

The roadmap must be completed by Sept. 1, 2025, according to the legislation.

The letter noted that developing wind power off Oregon’s coast is an untested idea.

“Offshore floating wind energy does not currently exist anywhere in the world in waters deeper than 300 meters or at the scale being contemplated for the West Coast,” the letter said. “In addition to the roadmap, Oregon would

That roadmap is part of House Bill 4080, which was signed by Kotek last week. It will create state policies on offshore wind energy development that include community input and labor standards. “We’re saying no auction until the roadmap is complete,” said Heather Mann, executive director of the Newport-based Midwater Trawlers Cooperative, which signed the letter.

benefit significantly by learning from projects that are already moving forward, such as those on the East Coast and in California.”

Other signatories include more than 80 independent fishing vessel operators and nearly three dozen coastal businesses and business associations, including the Columbia River Crab Fishermen’s Association and West Coast Seafood Processors. Coalition members fear the floating offshore wind turbines would disrupt marine ecosystems and Oregon’s commercial fishing industry, with about $200 million in annual revenue, according to the Oregon Employment Department.

“The roadmap is the only way to ensure a transparent

and equitable approach to considering offshore wind energy,” the letter said.

Five Oregon and California tribes also oppose the federal wind power plan. In November, the Tribal Council of the Confederated Tribes of the Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians passed a resolution opposing offshore wind energy development, in part because federal officials had failed to respond to their concerns.

East Coast, California projects moving forward The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management has auctioned five areas off the California coast to develop floating wind energy projects, and it approved six projects on the east Coast. They’re part of the Biden

administration’s plan to build up 15 gigawatts of offshore wind energy capacity by 2035, with a total of 30 gigawatts deployed by 2030.

The two wind energy areas being considered for development off Oregon’s Coast would add 2.4 gigawatts of clean power – enough to power about 830,000 homes – with installations covering more than 195,000 acres in total. One site, near Coos Bay, would span about 61,200 acres and be located more than 30 miles from shore, while the other site, near Brookings, would cover about 133,808 acres and float about 20 miles from shore.

Last year, the Bureau of Ocean Energy and Management gave Oregonians several months to comment on

the agency’s plans, and nearly 1,000 people weighed in. Agency officials also visited Brookings, Gold Beach and Coos Bay last fall to talk to fishing groups, officials and residents about installing wind turbines offshore.

The agency recently denied a request by Oregon’s congressional members to extend a 30-day public comment period on the planning and the environmental assessment that needs to take place this summer.

“Fishermen are hoping that a more forceful response from Gov. Kotek will change the tide,” the coalition said in a news release.

C.R.O.W. is excited to present Disney’s “Newsies” April 12-21, 2024 at the Florence Events Center. There will be six public performances, Fridays and Saturdays at 7pm and Sundays at 2 pm.

“This is a wonderful show that reminds us to fight for what’s right, and to stand up for what we believe in,” said Artistic Director, Melanie Heard. Together, with a team of talented volunteers and production coordinators, Heard

says she is excited to bring this mainstage extravaganza to the stage. “I’m most excited about the catchy music and big dance numbers,” she said. “Newsies is full of acrobatic, energetic, and over the top dancing, singing, and stage comradery. It’s a great show for C.R.O.W. because the core themes are working together, building important relationships, becoming strong in one’s own beliefs, and knowing right from wrong. These

are things we want our kids to connect to.”

Set in turn-of-the century New York City, and based on the actual newsboy strike of 1899, “Newsies” is the tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy. Jack is the leader of a band of teenaged “newsies.” When Joseph Pulitzer and the other Titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the kids’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions. Based on the 1992 motion picture and inspired by true historical facts, “Newsies” features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken (“Little Shop of Horrors”) and Jack Feldman and a book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein (“Kinky Boots”). The show features the now classic songs “Carrying the Banner,” “Seize the Day,” “King of New York,” and “Santa Fe.”

The cast is comprised of 57 youth participants, plus a few adults who have graciously stepped in to fill roles not

suitable for kids. The cast features both brand new and returning talent, including talented familiar face, William Owens as “Jack.” William dazzled audiences last year as “SpongeBob SquarePants” and returns this time in a very different type of role. New to the C.R.O.W. family this year is Adelaide Lake as “Katherine Plumber,” Jack’s love interest and headstrong journalist in her own right. Other featured performers are Ezra King as “Race,” Henry Stone as “Henry,” Maggie Walls as “Les,” Andrew Hester as “Crutchie,” and many other rising stars. The

role of “Medda Larkin” will be portrayed by the incomparable Maree Beers.

The “Newsies” production team is in the process of creating functional set pieces for painting and design, designing hundreds of period appropriate costumes and props, and teaching music, choreography, and blocking to cast members 5-6 days a week. The show is musically directed by Maree Beers, Assistant Directed by Genevieve Shahan, Assistant Musical directed by Angie Walls, and Assistant choreographed by Elyse Stewart. Melanie Heard will Direct and

Choreograph, returning for her 13th C.R.O.W. mainstage Spring youth musical. A list of show sponsors may be found on C.R.O.W.’s website, and sponsorship opportunities are available (and very much needed) through March 1st. For information, please visit www.crowkids.com/ programadsandsponsorships Tickets are on sale

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Mapleton boys basketball honored

By Zac Burtt/ Mapleton

Journalism Club. Each month throughout the school year (September through May) Les Schwab Tires and the Oregon School Activity Association (OSAA) recognize a varsity team of the month for each of the six classifications of Oregon high school sports. Teams are chosen based on performance, dedication in the classroom, and service to the community. For the month of March the Mapleton boys basketball team is the winner for the 1A classification. The Sailor boys basketball recently wrapped up one of its most successful seasons on the

hardwood in school history. The team swept through their conference season finishing 14-0 in Mountain West League. Mapleton also won the league tournament at Junction City on Feb. 17.

Though the season ended on a down note with a loss to Bonanza in the first round of the OSAA 1A State Championship Tournament, the Sailors finished 23-3. The 23 wins are the second most in Mapleton High history, second only to the 1952 squad who were 27-2.

In addition to the team accolades, individual awards came in droves for this year’s Sailor hoop stars. Senior

Keevyn Walker was named Player of the Year for the Mountain West League.

Junior Dom Stewart was the league’s Defensive Player of the Year. MHS made it a clean sweep for top individual awards when coach Eric Wolgamott was named league Coach of the Year. The Mountain West All-League team was also a Sailor celebration. A basketball team needs five players on the court at a time. In a remarkable turn of events, the league honored Mapleton’s five starters and one even one member of their bench, giving them a

remarkable six all-stars from the 2023-24 squad. Walker and Stewart were first team all-league along with senior Tristan Stewart. Junior Alex Burnett was on the second team. Senior Brian Burnett was on the third team and Freshman Roenin Webb-Barrows was honorable mention. In addition to their performance on the court, this year’s Sailor team were also all-stars off the court. The team’s cumulative GPA was a stellar 3.38. They are also important members of the Mapleton community.

Team members volunteered at a Red Cross Blood Drive, the school coffee shop,

a Halloween carnival for elementary students and as part of the Reading Across America program. Once they receive the trophy Luke Lyda, manager of the Les Schwab in Florence, will present it to the team along with a $100 donation to the Mapleton boys basketball program.

Joining the Sailors as March winners are Stanfield boys basketball (2A), Valley Catholic dance/drill (3A), Astoria dance/drill (4A), Silverton girls basketball (5A) and South Medford girls basketball (6A).

The 2023-34 Mapleton Sailors boys basketball team capped an outstanding season by being named the Les Schwab/OSAA March 1A Team of the Month. Back row, from left: Dom Stewart, Coach Eric Wolgamott, Roenin Webb-Barrows, Tristan Stewart, Keevyn Walker. Front row, from left: Jacob Burchell, Alex Burnett, Manager Ramil Beers, Brian Burnett, Toni Garcia Galvan. Photo courtesy of Eric Wolgamott

MARK BRENNAN PHOTO

From left front Doug Buck, Chrissy Davis, Chuck Johnson. Middle, Jared Baggin, Jerry Herandez, Steve Baggin. Back, Tom Belvin, Hunt Ramsey, Gage Boone.

along with a $50 application fee must be submitted by 5pm on April 10, 2024.Go to https:// oregon.gop/mke24-apply/ for information about the delegate selection process, the rules, the costs, and the application.

Jay

The multi-talented Jay Guettler is the Local Coordinator for the Neighborhood Radio Communications Network of the Emergency Communications for West Lane County; he will speak to, and answer questions from, the public at the April 11 2024, meeting of City Club of Florence in the Bromley Room of the Siuslaw Public Library.

Growing up in the [then] small town, of Roseville, California, just northeast of Sacramento, it was during his teenage years that Guettler became interested in radios. He and a friend studied together to pass the test for their Amateur Radio Novice Licenses. Because school, work, and family occupied most of his time, it wasn’t

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Cost $70 for FRAA members, $80 for non-FRAA members. Draw Together with SCWBI This free meet-up hosted by FRAA and SCWBI offers illustrators the opportunity to informally meet, share work and ideas and make new friends. 4th Friday of each month, 5-7 pm. Next one, April 26th. For more info, contact Kassy at kkeppol@gmail.com.

until his retirement from the work-a-day world that Guettler rediscovered his interest in radio and earned his Extra Class Amateur License.

Preparedness and community work have long been ingrained in Jay’s life from his time as a Boy Scout and later as a Scout leader. His education path touched on electronics, energy, the environment, and technology management. Several of his work and volunteer roles have focused on what happens when the regular infrastructure has a ‘hic-up’, to creating systems that mitigate those failings.

After spending a few post-retirement years wandering around the country, it was in 2017, that Jay and his wife Pam settled in Florence. Of course, it helped that Jay’s

aunt and uncle live here, but Jay and Pam liked the feel of the community. Jay’s interests are extensive and include hiking, cycling, kayaking, paddleboarding, building things, music, volunteering at City Club, KXCR, S.T.E.P., the Free Lunch Program, Siuslaw Valley Fire and Rescue, etc, and radio.

Mark your calendar to hear the latest updates on emergency communications, and what to do when that system fails, on April 11, 2024, in the Bromley Room of the Siuslaw Public Library located at 1460 Ninth St. City Club is an informational group that brings to the public-at large a variety of issues

BEWARE THE SNEAKER WAVE

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

WATCH THOSE LOGS

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

RIP CURRENTS

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

KNOW THE TIDES

Incoming tides isolate rocks from headlands and the shore. Avoid the temptation of strolling out to an interesting rock without knowing when the tide rolls back in. Free tide tables are readily available at state park offices, information centers and many shops and motels. How to play it safe: Stay off rocks and small, enclosed beaches.

Know when the tide is coming in by visiting the tidetable website at the Hatfield Marine Science Center http://weather.hmsc.oregonstate.edu/weather/ tides/tides.html

HIGH WAVES CAN REACH YOU

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

BEWARE OF HIGH, STEEP CLIFFS

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

HEADS UP

Standing at the base of an Oceanside cliff can be dangerous, especially if it has an overhang. In some places, winter storms and high waves have eroded the shoreline, increasing the chance of collapse and slides.

How to play it safe: Beware of falling rocks, and don´t climb on bluffs and eroding hillsides. Don´t walk along the base of cliffs unless absolutely necessary.

“It was unoccupied and used pretty much for storage of some small items like lawn chairs,” Chief Schick said. “Interior was removed years ago for a possible remodel which never happened. Owners use the property to bring their RVs from east Lane County for an occasional weekend.”

Just prior to the response, a caller reported hearing an explosion. Chief Schick said it was likely a well pressure tank which blew and sent part of the ceiling into the air.

When asked, he said a possible cause is undetermined.

“There wasn’t much left to investigate unfortunately,” he said. “There was some well equipment located at the end of the trailer which was around a possible origin but nothing conclusive.”

He said the lot had been cleared of trees so there was no threat of spread to other structures.

“It was really windy so if there had been trees and brush near the fire it could have spread throughout the area

and been a much bigger problem,” he said. WLFEA responded with a fire engine, a water tender, an ambulance, and two command units.

Overall, Chief Schick said it wasn’t much of a fire from the department’s perspective. “This was a defensive fire only since most of the walls had burned through and floor was really soft due to moisture,” he said, noting that the fire was contained in about 25 minutes.

USFS stewardship map released

The USDA Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region has published an interactive story map highlighting co-stewardship work occurring between American Indian Tribes and National Forests across Oregon and Washington.

“The Pacific Northwest is home to many Indigenous peoples and their cultures, traditions, and knowledge continue to define the Pacific Northwest today,” said Kristine Harper, Tribal Relations Specialist for the Pacific Northwest Region of the Forest Service and enrolled member of the Tlingit and Haida Indians of Alaska.

“This story map displays how we are working with Tribal governments to incorporate this knowledge into our projects and activities across the region.”

The Forest Service is responsible for millions of

acres of federal land where Tribes have reserved the right to hunt, fish, and pray by ratified treaties and agreements with the United States. The Forest Service is tasked with managing these landscapes to be sustainable for future generations, which includes the natural and cultural resources they provide.

In the Pacific Northwest, the Forest Service has invested in co-stewardship opportunities with Tribes to collectively address the forest health and resilience challenges impacting the national forests and grasslands. The region’s new interactive story map highlights various initiatives and project work that the Forest Service has underway in partnership with Tribal governments in a manner that recognizes Tribal treaties, reserved rights and Indigenous knowledge. The story map

will be updated as additional co-stewardship agreements are developed and project activities progress.

“By taking time to understand the deep connections that Indigenous Nations have with their ancestral homelands, we can make a greater difference in conserving our shared natural resources over the long-term,” said Merv George, Deputy Regional Forester for the Pacific Northwest Region of the Forest Service. “This co-stewardship approach helps us better honor treaty and other reserved rights and protect Tribal history and culture, while also increasing our ability to accomplish our mission.”

As an agency of the USDA, the Forest Service continually strives to be more diverse, open, and inclusive. This story

map represents meaningful ways the Forest Service is living out the agency’s federal trust responsibility to conserve the treasured landscapes now and into the future. This is an important part of the agency’s overall commitment to strengthen nation-to-nation relationships, honor American Indian Tribal history and culture, and respect Tribal sovereignty. Additional information about the Forest Service’s Tribal Action Plan is available on the agency’s website at https://www fs.usda.gov/working-with-us/ tribal-relations. The Tribal Relations Interactive Story Map is available at: https:// arcg.is/1HTyDm0

For more information about the USDA Forest Service visit https://www.fs.usda.gov.

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opportunity to present written or oral testimony about the proposed sale. Citizens may provide verbal

comments and testimony at the meeting via the GotoWebinar platform. In order to participate verbally at the meeting, citizens are required to complete a speaker’s card at least 1 hour prior to the start of the meeting (April 15, 2024, at 4:30 p.m.). Speaker’s cards are available online at https://www. ci.florence.or.us/council/request-addresscity-council-speakerscard or by contacting City Recorder Lindsey White via email at cityrecorder@ci.florence.or.us or phone at 541-997-3437. Written testimony may be submitted by: 1. Email to City Recorder at cityrecorder@ ci.florence.or.us; 2. Mail to Florence City Hall; Attn: City Council, 250 Hwy 101, Florence, OR 97439 3. Drop off at City of Florence drop box located at Florence City Hall (250 Hwy 101) to

comes your way, look beyond the payoff to see what the heart of the offer entails.

CANCER

Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, gossip is not something you usually delve into, but you may get roped into a conversation this week. Try not to give any weight to the rumors swirling

TAURUS

Apr 21/May 21

Look to your family members if you need inspiration on a new project, Taurus. Use loved ones as a sounding board for all of the ideas that are bouncing around.

GEMINI

May 22/Jun 21

LEO Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, you shouldn’t be boastful about your abilities, but try not to be too modest. Accept the credit you are given. Graciously embrace all of your good press.

VIRGO

LIBRA

Sept 23/Oct 23

Libra, an issue that you were worrying about is unlikely to surface. Stay in the present instead of looking ahead to all of the things that might go wrong.

SCORPIO

Oct 24/Nov 22

CAPRICORN

Dec 22/Jan 20

It may seem as if you are oper ating on autopilot, Scorpio. Days seem a carbon copy at this point. Do something to alter your routine.

You are not normally characterized as “impulsive,” Capricorn. However, this week you may surprise everyone. An opporAquarius, if you are not feeling challenged, you have to find activities that will get your brain moving again. Do whatever you can to spark some excitement.

SAGITTARIUS

Nov 23/Dec 21

The willpower that you have been relying on lately is still going strong, Gemini. That is excellent and it’s having a profound effect on other areas of your life.

Aug 24/Sept 22

An interesting invitation might come your way, Virgo. It could open the door to a very busy social calendar if you accept and do some key networking.

It’s best if you avoid crowds for the time being, Sagittarius. You will benefit from some quiet time that only comes with being alone or within small groups of close friends.

PISCES

Feb 19/Mar 20

The choices coming your way are quite varied, Pisces. It can be overwhelming, so do not make any rash decisions