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With new testing and tracing methods in place, the state is eyeing a mid-May date to begin the first phase of reopening Oregon in rural counties.
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Testing, contact tracing and reopening Oregon were the main topics of discussion
at last Friday’s press conference that featured Oregon Gov. Kate Brown and public health officials. During the May 1 meeting, the state officials said they will continue to use
science and data to create criteria for reopening Oregon. Gov. Brown said they have set a goal of testing 15,000 Oregonians per week, and currently, they are on track of meeting that goal.
This week, health officials stated they’ve been able to administer on average 1,500 tests per day. As testing
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LCPD officer justified in fatal shooting, DA says MAX KIRKENDALL newsguardeditor@countrymedia.net
New details and a final verdict was recently released, regarding the fatal shooting that involved Lincoln City Police Department (LCPD) officers last month. After days of reviewing videos, photos, autopsy reports and scene diagrams, Lincoln County District Attorney Jonathan Cable said the LCPD officers were justified in their actions. On April 2, shortly after 10 p.m. LCPD Officer Hayden Tolzman observed an unknown male walking through bushes near the Safeway store onto Chinook Winds Casino property. The casino was entirely closed due to COVID-19 and Tolzman observed the unknown male standing near the window of the administrative building. The male said he was looking for cigarettes and refused to identify himself and then walked back south toward the Safeway parking lot. As soon as the male walked away, Tolzman spoke to a casino security officer. Tolzman was informed about a recent break-in and theft on casino
pending at the time of this incident. A total of five officers were soon present at the scene. They were positioned in a semi-circle in front of Xanatos and the Rite Aid Store. Xanatos was informed that officers were concerned that the knife he had was prohibited. Officers told him they needed to look at
the knife, that if the knife was not prohibited they would return it. If it was prohibited, they would give him a citation and let him be on his way. Bomar negotiated with Xanatos for over 20 minutes, pleading for him to put the knife down. David
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Lincoln County District Attorney Jonathan Cable gave details regarding the shooting at Rite Aid on April 2 that resulted in the death of an Idaho man. property and after speaking to LCPD Sergeant Robert Bomar, Tolzman decided to detain the man to identify him for investigation of trespassing and suspicious activity. The man was found standing near the Rite Aid store at the south end of the parking lot. Other officers responded to that location. Tolzman told the man he was detained, and immediately noted the handle
of a large knife sticking out of the front of the left side of the suspect’s waist. The suspect provided an Idaho driver’s license number and dispatchers were able to identify him as David A. Xanatos, 40, of Payette, Idaho, which was verified by comparing the driver’s license photo to the suspect. Dispatchers informed Tolzman that the suspect had an arrest from Oct. 19, 2018 in Pierce County,
Washington for: Assault II, Criminal Trespass II, Obstructing a Law Enforcement Officer, Resisting Arrest, Disorderly Conduct and a Dangerous Weapon Violation. He was convicted of Assault in the third degree, a person felony on Jan. 14, 2019. He also had an arrest as recently as Feb. 10, 2020 by the Gold Bar Police Department in Washington for Dangerous Weapon Violation, that case was still
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Sprague named 2019 Rotarian of the Year MAX KIRKENDALL newsguardeditor@countrymedia.net
The annual Community Days Award Banquet may have been canceled this year due to COVID-19, but many community organizations are still handing out their yearly awards, including the Rotary Club of Lincoln City. Each year, the Rotary Club selects one of its members who meets and goes beyond the criteria of the organization, and that member is dubbed Rotarian
of the Year. Criteria for the award includes: The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian’s occupation as an opportunity to serve society. The application of ideal of service in each Rotarian’s personal, business and community life. The advancement of interna-
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Lincoln City, a beach town of 9,000 residents on the Central Coast of Oregon, has announced a development partnership that will help tackle the affordable workforce housing crisis. Lincoln City and the surrounding area face a crisis in the availability of housing options for their workforce and residents. According to the City’s 2017 Housing Needs Analysis, the median household income in Lincoln City is $35,524. About 55 percent of residents in the county are rent burdened, paying more than 30 percent of household income for housing costs (2011 Lincoln County Workforce Housing Needs Assessment). At the same time, employers struggle to hire and/ or retain their workforce because of the demand for attainably priced housing. Lincoln City has selected Innovative Housing, Inc. (IHI) to initiate the construction of approximately 70 to 80 apartment homes
tional understanding, goodwill and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service. This year, Rotary President, Ron Chandler, named Jeanne Sprague as Rotarian of the Year. “Jeanne became a member of the Rotary Club of Lincoln City in 2016 and quickly became an integral part of our club,� Chandler said. “Since becoming
a member of the Rotary Club of Lincoln City, Jeanne has led our efforts in food drives, beach cleanup, trail building, recreational events and community building activities.� Currently, Sprague chairs Rotary’s COVID-19 Week of Action Campaign and will continue to do so. “Please join us in thanking Jeanne for representing the Rotarians of Lincoln City so well and putting service before self,� Chandler said.
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Lincoln City has selected Innovative Housing, Inc. (IHI) to initiate the construction of approximately 70 to 80 apartment homes on a City-owned site on NE 25th Street. on a City-owned site on NE 25th Street, immediately north of St. James Episcopal Church & Santiago School. IHI responded to the City’s 2018 Request for Expressions of Interest (RFEI) for the 25th Street site and other publicly-owned parcels. IHI has over 35 years of development experience and operates nearly 1,000 affordable units in Oregon. IHI designs developments to meet community needs
in creative and effective ways, and pairs housing with wrap-around support services, including: eviction prevention, resource referrals, budgetary assistance, academic support and afterschool programs. If IHI is able to secure full funding sources for the project, the design phase will begin this summer with construction anticipated for fall 2021.
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Taft 7-12 staff have been busy lately handing out caps and gowns to graduating seniors, as well as daily meals for all students. On April 30 and May 1, graduating seniors picked up their caps and gowns and they will be taking their annual portraits today (May 6) at Oregon Coast Community College from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. As for the graduation ceremony, Taft 7-12 put out a survey this week to get some feedback from the seniors and their families for a future plan.
LANEE WILL WORK FOR YOU “What are you going to do to stop repeat property offenders from victimizing our community?� - Chris Donner, Lincoln City Lanee: “This is a huge problem in our community. I plan to implement a �property crime team� with trained DDAs focused on reducing property crime, holding these offenders accountable, and ensuring victims are awarded restitution.�
“I have served on 2 juries in 4 years and in both cases the prosecutors were awful. How do you plan to fix that?� - Gayle Cooney, Newport Lanee: “I will ensure DDAs are adequately trained. We will implement policies requiring DDAs to prepare witnesses and victims in advance of trial so we are always the most prepared attorneys in the room.�
“If elected are you going to continue asking the community about issues and actually listen to us?� - Bethany Phippen, Lincoln City Lanee: “Yes, I absolutely will. Community members will be able to ask questions, discuss non-case specific issues and interact with me on social media HPDLO SKRQH FDOOV DQG GXULQJ FRPPXQLW\ PHHWLQJV.�
“How do you plan to support and protect our elderly?� - Heather Guthrie, Newport Lanee: “When I recently took over the elder abuse team, I found that our protocols were outdated and there was a backlog of elder abuse cases that had not been reviewed or charged. I will get our protocols up to date, implement policies regarding how these cases are charged, and assign DDAs who are well-trained and passionate to handle these important matters.�
“This election is not about me, it’s not about my opponent, it’s about YOU, the voter, and what YOU deserve. If I am elected District Attorney, it will continue to be about YOU.� -Lanee
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Kiwanis Club, Lincoln City Outlets join Cultural Center for community art project THE NEWS GUARD
Three Lincoln City entities join forces this week to present a new community arts activity: the Happy Heart Hunt. These partners are inviting you to show your community spirit by making paper hearts, posting them in your street-side windows, and sharing photos online #togetherapart, throughout the month of May. Are you low on art supplies? Come to the Lincoln City Cultural Center, 540 NE Hwy. 101, from 1 to 3 p.m. on Thursday. Visual arts director Krista Eddy and her volunteer assistants will be handing out this week’s installment of the LCCC’s Creative Quarantine project. These supplies are a gift from the Kiwanis Club of Lincoln City, and are providing them with help from the third community partner, the Lincoln City Outlets. The LCCC will be posting a project sheet and a demonstration video online on the LCCC’s Facebook Page, @lincolncityculture. These materials will include instructions on how to make creative heart displays, and how to post photos of Happy Hearts so that you are eligible for the grand prize: a $100 gift card from the Lincoln City Outlets. “We are proud to partner with the LCCC and Lincoln City Outlets to provide this Creative Quarantine activity,” said Kiwanis Club President Allyson Longueira. “Spread happy hearts throughout our community by making a window, door or outdoor display. Create a message for others to find while they are out on their neighborhood walks. Post pictures of your happy hearst on Facebook and be sure to tag @kiwanisclublincolncity, @lincolncityculture and @lincolncityoutlets. Hunt for happy hearts while you are out getting some exercise and sunshine!”
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Each Thursday, the Cultural Center distributes children’s art packets filled with activities and supplies carefully packed in a sanitary workshop by arts educator Krista Eddy. Creative Quarantine Project Extended The Happy Heart Hunt is just one of the programs of the LCCC’s Creative Quarantine Project, which has just been extended through May 31 thanks to grants from the Oregon Community Foundation and NW Oregon Works. Anyone looking for a cultural connection in this time of social isolation is invited to join center staff and volunteers inside the Creative Quarantine. What is the Creative Quarantine Project, exactly? On the visual arts side, it’s the weekly distribution of children’s art packets filled with activities and supplies carefully packed in a clean workshop by arts educator Krista Eddy. Parents and caregivers can drive through the LCCC parking lot, 540 NE Hwy. 101, from 1-3 pm every Thursday. Drivers are asked a few questions (the ages of
the children, and what supplies they might have at home) and Eddy connects them with cool art projects. She also provides instructional sheets and demonstration videos, available online. Junior artists are invited to use the kits and post photos of their finest work on the Center’s FB page, @lincolncityculture. In the performing arts department, the Cultural Center is presenting a daily live event created by a member of the LCCC Family: musicians, artists, poets, volunteers, exercise instructors, club leaders and everyone in between. Since the series began on March 26, the CQ Studio series has presented concerts by fiddler Kevin Burke, and the brew-making duo Matt & Amy White, as well as a foray into augmented reality poetry by Ger Killean and a live concert from Ecuador featuring Oregon Coast favorites Familia Chayag. Upcoming sessions will feature piano and vocals by Halie Loren (May 2), jazz by Ben Rosen-
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blum (May 18) and studio tours of some of the coast’s most interesting artists. The full schedule can be found in the Events section of the FB Page. There’s one more aspect to the Creative Quarantine Project: coordinated projects with the community at large. Using this structure (drive-through kits and live online presentations) the LCCC is providing a venue for other annual events to reach this social-isolation audience. On April 9, the Kiwanis provided more than 250 Easter Egg Hunt kits, which were distributed at the Cultural Center, and the CQ Studio hosted the online Easter Bunny countdown on Saturday. On April 18, @lincolncityculture was be the place to find an online version of the Community Days favorite, Doggone Crazy Days. On Thursday, April 23, the Cultural Center joined the semivirtual Community Days Food Drive to help collect 1,752 pounds of nonperishable food and $4173
in cash donations for the Lincoln City Food Pantry. “We’re just trying to stay connected with these annual events and with each other. We are absolutely thrilled by the number of families who have been lining up for the art kits and by the number of views we are seeing on our Facebook site. Thanks so much to everyone who is taking part. It really makes it exciting for us,” said Niki Price, executive director. “I’ve been watching performances and messages from artists all over the world, but I’m also really curious about the creative things that are happening right here, in Lincoln City. This CQ Studio is allowing us to share with one another, and let the world see what we’re up to. During the Kevin Burke concert, we had views from New York, Cornwall, Italy and many other locations. It’s a big creative hello! From the Oregon Coast.” Here’s the schedule as it stands on April 28. Videos are available to view afterwards, as well: Thursday, May 7 -- Creative Quarantine art packet distribution, 1 pm, LCCC Parking Lot Friday, May 8 – Siletz Bay Music Festival Weekend, Jazz Night, TBD on FB Saturday, May 9 – Siletz Bay Music Festival Weekend, Mei Ting Sun piano, 5 pm on FB Sunday, May 10 – Siletz Bay Music Festival Weekend, Family Concert, 4 pm on FB Monday, May 18 – Jazz Piano by Ben Roseunblum, Time TBD on FB The Cultural Center welcomes the community to participate in this project. If you would like to provide a project, donation, idea or other contribution, send a message through the Facebook page or contact Niki Price, 541-921-2006 or lcccdirector@gmail.com.
Made for more love
Are you or someone you know a Family Caregiver? Senior and Disability Services can provide Family Caregivers resources for respite care, caregiver training, support groups and purchasing needed equipment. We can also help grandparents raising grandchildren by providing funds for school supplies and with online program registration to engage with your grandchildren while they are distance learning. In addition we can assist with funds for legal services.
Critical services that keep older adults healthy, independent, and engaged in their communities are funded by the Older Americans Act. Call for more information and resources.
We were all made for more. More love. More hope. More connection. And now more than ever, it’s important for us to stay connected. In times of uncertainty we pull together as a community, and together we can overcome anything.
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7:58 a.m. Theft, SE 51st St./LCSD building. Caller reported the chain on the fence was cut and property accessed. 5x10 aluminum utility trailer stolen. 5:06 p.m. Suspicious Activity, SW 10th Pl. Caller reported male and female
were coming out of condemned home. Front door wide open.
2001 Black Ford Escape towed by Lincoln City Towing.
9:30 p.m. Extra Patrol, 1089 SW 51st St., Agape Church. Request for extra patrol for transients trespassing on property, especially after lunches on Thursday, 3 p.m. or later.
8:46 p.m. Burglary, 1225 SE 1st St. Property manager reported someone may have been living in a rental house without permission.
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TUESDAY, APRIL 28
8:02 a.m. Extra Patrol, 1713 NW 21st St., Travel Lodge. Extra patrol requested at night, specifically for a 1995 green Chevy.
12:20 p.m. Elude, 4060 N Hwy 101. Original call for suspicious female driver, appeared altered, possibly intoxicated at location. Upon contact, driver fled, stop attempted and driver failed to yield heading northbound on Hwy 101 from NW Logan Rd. Pursuit continued on Hwy 18 to milepost 28. Spikes deployed by Polk/Yamhill County. Driver taken into custody and transported to Willamette Valley Medical Center in Mcminnville. Sheena Dawn Pitcher, born 10/1/83, cited for felony elude and failure to carry and present.
9:46 a.m. Assist on Arrest, 310 NE East Devils Lake Rd. Caller reported vehicle involved in theft at transit station, went out East Devils Lake Rd. Contact made near listed address and subjects detained for arrival of LCSO.
12:30 p.m. Fraud, 3477 SE Fleet Ave. Caller reported credit card information compromised online. 3:32 p.m. Criminal Mischief/Harassment, 1509 NW 25th St. Victim reported that a male broke his flower pot outside his house. Michael J. Burk, born 10/2/86, charged with Criminal Mischief, Aggravated Harassment, Disorderly Conduct and Resisting Arrest. Burk transported to Lincoln County Jail.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29 7:54 a.m. Burglary, 1713 NW 21st. St., Travel Lodge. Caller reported storage shed on hotel property was broken into, lock damaged and leaf blower stolen. Stihl red/ white backpack blower. 9:37 a.m. Burglary, 950 SE 32nd St., Laundry Room. Caller reported laundry facility broken into over night. Locks drilled out of machines and funds stolen. 1:42 p.m. Possible Stolen Vehicle, 427 SE Oar Ave. Caller reported vehicle stolen from location. Possibly being driven by female involved. 1999 Green Volkswagen listed as stolen. 9:36 p.m. Animal, 1939 SE Port Dr. Dogs were picked up and brought to LCPD.
THURSDAY, APRIL 30 7:56 a.m. Found Property, 2749 SW Dune. Caller found an older IPhone, possibly a four, at address. Phone taken for safekeeping. 2:58 p.m. Abandoned Tow, SE Fleet/SE 32nd St.
11:12 p.m. Extra Patrol, 275 SW EBB Ave. Caller reported two people came onto the back porch at listed address at approximately 7 p.m. Caller was able to confront them via Ring video and they left. Subjects appeared to be the same people from previous case.
SATURDAY, MAY 2 2:51 a.m. Missing Person, 3535 SE Harbor Dr. Caller reported his brother had left at 9 a.m. on May 1 to go to Safeway and then to possibly go to Newport to see his kids. He did not return home and his cell phone goes directly to voicemail. 11:42 a.m. Found Property, 1503 SE East Devils Lake Rd. Caller found a wallet in the corridor rest stop. Turned it into LCPD. 12:28 p.m. 3043 NE 28th St. Report of shots fired in parking lot by old hospital location. Oscar Moreno Gonzalez, born 10/14/98, taken into custody and transported to hospital and later to Corvallis. 10:25 p.m. Disorderly Conduct, 4031 NW Hwy 101. Brandon R. Holve, born 10/26/76, called LCPD and Newport PD multiple times insisting that an officer needed to come give him a ride to Newport. Holve cited for Disorderly Conduct and was released in Lincoln Beach.
SUNDAY, MAY 3 12:51 p.m. Extra Patrol, 1126 SW 51st. Caller reports a female who has set up a tent just west of Dock of the Bay on the beach, has been going around the neighborhood on foot. 8:36 p.m. Disturbance, 1753 NE 14th St. Caller reported hearing a woman screaming and yelling. Subject left the scene before officers had arrived.
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Feel like you’ve been sitting too much? Keep active at home With many of us staying closer to home right now, it’s not surprising if you’re feeling glued to your couch or computer screen. Kim Schlessinger, ANP, an occupational health nurse and the director of Samaritan Health Services’ Employee Health & Safety Program, sheds some light on the effects of sitting too much and offers tips to boost your activity levels.
How sitting affects your body According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), adults sit between six and a half and eight hours a day. Too much time sitting is associated with obesity, premature death and chronic diseases like cardiovascular disease, diabetes and cancer. “The problem with sitting is really twofold,” said Schlessinger. “When you’re sitting you aren’t doing other activities so your body is losing out on that time it could be moving. Sitting can also actively hurt you by putting pressure on the bones in your spine and weakening the muscles that support your frame.” The thoracic spine, which is the part of your back from the base of your neck down to your abdomen, is responsible for bending, lifting and twisting. People who spend more than seven hours a day sitting and less than 150 minutes a week exercising are less flexible in the thoracic spine. When you sit, the gluteal muscles (buttocks) and leg muscles aren’t working and can lose strength, making it difficult when you do stand up. Add up the amount of time you spend driving, working, eating, texting and watching TV, and you might be appalled at how sedentary you’ve become, she said.
Counteract the effects of sitting The good news is that research shows that just because you have a desk job or watch TV doesn’t mean you are destined for ill health. Doing some form of moderate intensity
exercise every day can help offset the health risks of sitting. Researchers found that people who sat for eight hours or more during the day but were considered very active did not have any higher risk of death than those who sat for less than four hours and were also very active. In other words, being very active — more than 60 minutes a day of moderate intensity exercise — is the key if you sit most of the day. “Exercise that gets the heart rate up, strengthens your muscles and improves your cardiovascular fitness is really crucial,” Schlessinger said.
Remember ergonomics Practicing good posture with a mind to ergonomics can be a big back saver, whether you’re on the couch at home, driving or at work in front of a screen. Keep your head balanced above your shoulders with eyes level to avoid neck strain — no slouching forward or jutting your chin. When using a computer, use a chair with high back support that you can adjust to fit your height. Use good posture while sitting at home even if you’re just watching TV. Reclining in an easy chair or lying on the couch may feel relaxing but it can put more pressure on your spine and neck if your body isn’t properly centered and supported, according to Schlessinger.
Incorporate activity To help counteract the effects of sitting, make some effort to plan movement into your day. At home, try to be active during leisure time. Researchers have found that the intensely sedentary nature of TV is the most damaging to health, according to Schlessinger. So, try filling your free time with hobbies and daily living activities instead. Daily exercise is important for everyone, but especially those who spend a lot of time sitting.
The CDC recommends at least 30 minutes a day of moderately intense exercise like walking, jogging, swimming, cycling or a fitness class. For people who sit more than six hours, shoot for 60 minutes a day. If you sit at a desk for work, stand up and stretch and readjust your posture every 15 minutes — the key is to avoid sitting for hours on end. Take a short walk every 30 minutes, even if it’s just to the end of the hall or across the room. Use your lunch break for taking longer walks. During conference calls, “walk and talk” instead of taking these calls at your desk. Be mindful about finding ways to add extra activity to your routines. Park at the end of the parking lot or take the stairs instead of an elevator. “We’ve found that moving often — to adjust your posture or to stand and stretch every once in a while — is the best way to take care of your health and is also a boost for mood and productivity,” said Schlessinger. Visit the Fitness playlist at YouTube.com/SamaritanHealth for at-home exercises to keep you moving.
Tests now available for all patients with COVID-19 symptoms Samaritan Health Services is currently offering COVID-19 testing to any patient with a clinician’s order who has symptoms of the virus — such as fever, cough, shortness of breath, loss of smell or taste, sore throat, and muscle aches or pains. Though high-risk groups were previously prioritized for tests, Samaritan has obtained enough supplies to expand COVID-19 testing for all patients with symptoms in its service area. Patients with clinician’s orders will be sent to temporary testing sites in Albany, Corvallis, Depoe Bay, Lebanon and Waldport.
It is still very important to call first or do a telehealth visit to have your symptoms assessed, so your clinician can coordinate testing and monitor your symptoms. By calling ahead or completing a telehealth visit, you are ensuring your health care provider can take all necessary precautions to keep you and the health care team safe. For a telehealth appointment, call your primary care provider. Find out more at samhealth.org/Telehealth. If a test is ordered, we will schedule a date, time and location for you to be tested. Patients who arrive at a testing site without a clinician’s order will be turned away and instructed to call their primary
Community update on new hospitals in Lincoln County Old Lincoln City hospital demolished
Newport hospital demolition resumes
Moving from the old Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital into the new state-of-the-art hospital on Feb. 4 went smoothly. Demolition of the empty building began on March 30 – heavy excavation machines chewed through the old structure, and large truckloads of crushed debris were hauled away. Now, site preparation has begun for the new central parking area. During this final phase, hospital access is still through the temporary entrance off 28th Street, and vehicular traffic to the Emergency Department will be from West Devils Lake Road.
The Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital project is in its third and final phase: demolition of the 1950s building so the main parking lot can be expanded. After a several-week pause in work, due to coronavirus concerns, demolition restarted on April 20. Heavy excavating equipment is onsite, tearing down, crushing and grading. Please use caution as you walk around the campus. Visit samhealth.org/NewHospitalLincolnCity or samhealth.org/NewHospitalNewport to follow the progress of the two Samaritan hospital projects in Lincoln County.
Center for Health Education closed through May 31 Most all Samaritan-sponsored classes, support groups and meetings continue to be cancelled until further notice. In Newport, the Center for Health Education will be closed through May 31. One exception: alcohol recovery groups are still meeting in a large conference room to allow for safe social distancing. For more information go to samhealth.org/Classes or samhealth.org/CHE. 3043 NE 28th St., Lincoln City • 541-994-3661 samhealth.org/LincolnCity
care provider or do a MyChart “Coronavirus Concerns” visit. Samaritan will continue to monitor supplies of testing and personal protective equipment closely and change testing criteria if necessary. Visit samhealth.org/Coronavirus for more information. For additional information about COVID-19, including how to take care of your family, what to do if you feel ill, caring for family members at home and much more, visit the Oregon Health Authority and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention websites or call 211.
Samaritan offers telehealth and other care options Always call your primary care provider first, as Samaritan has modified its clinic operations due to coronavirus concerns. You will be offered one of the following options based on your symptoms: •
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If you have severe symptoms or are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911.
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VOICES OF THE COMMUNITY We must respect the government As a local pastor, I can commiserate with the frustration many feel during this lock-down. I miss worshiping alongside others very much. I am reminded of Paul’s words: “I am longing to see you so that I may share with you some spiritual gift to strengthen you.” When the quarantine began, our church moved our services and meetings online. As hard as that decision was, we did so for three reasons: First, it is our responsibility as Christians to follow the laws of our land, not only when they benefit us. Second, as a pastor, I refuse to allow my people to be put in physical danger unless their faith requires it. Third, I know that the Spirit of God knows no boundaries and can meet you in your house just as He can in a church. I understand the frustration, but as Christians we must respect the government, protect one another and discover how to meet with Jesus in new ways. In this time of chaos and disorder, “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Stephen Lennstrom, Lincoln City
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Each May, health care organizations across the nation recognize and celebrate the exemplary efforts of nurses and other health care professionals by commemorating both National Nurses Week and National Hospital Week. This year’s recognition takes on new meaning as our employees care for patients in the midst of a global pandemic unlike any we have ever seen. Whether they are nurses in the Emergency Department, housekeepers on a nursing unit or purchasing agents acquiring personal protective equipment, each of our outstanding employees is playing an important role in supporting the needs of our patients and the larger community. We are fortunate and grateful to have such a fine team of health care heroes working every day to support our mission of “Building Healthier Communities Together.” Their passion and commitment to excellence is what allows us to be a trusted provider of health care for our residents. We are pleased to take this opportunity to say thank you to these talented professionals for the exemplary work they do every day. Doug Boysen, President/CEO, Samaritan Health Services Lesley Ogden, MD, Chief Executive Officer, Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital and Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital
The COVID-19 pandemic is changing the way campaigns are promoted and you may not know a progressive candidate is running for County Commissioner. I urge you to vote for her. Betty Kamikawa, currently serving as Toledo City Councilor, works as a Groundfish Ageing Specialist for the Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission. For decades, she’s been an advocate for affordable early childcare and education, climate change solutions, the county’s mental health crisis, homelessness, affordable housing, the animal shelter, sustainable fisheries, and protecting our land and water. Attending meetings where these topics are discussed is not nearly enough. Increasing awareness about problems is not enough. Advocating is not enough when there are no results. As opposed to the 16-year, 4-term, ineffectual track record of the incumbent Commissioner, Betty Kamikawa is used to producing results. Betty initiates tangible solutions and participates in making sure they succeed. She has been a Girl Scout leader for almost 20 years, parent and foster parent, core member of Save Our Siletz River, and board president for Grace Wins Haven, a day resource center for the homeless. Most homeless people are NOT mentally ill or on drugs. They’re families living in cars or tents. They are our seniors, vets, and disabled folk who cannot afford housing. Betty opposes wasting County money on construction of a convention center at the County Fairgrounds. The Fair and 4H should be moved to a better location and the Fairgrounds property used to serve the critical needs of local residents. To learn more, go to ‘Betty Kamikawa for County Commissioner’ on Facebook, bettykamikawa.com, call 541-961-4482, or email blkamikawa@gmail.com. And while I have your attention, MARK GAMBA is running against Kurt Schrader for US Representative. I urge you to vote for him too. Help get the word out. Do it now.
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I’ll Be Voting Baldwin for Judge We are fortunate in Oregon to elect our judges. This month we choose again. Please join me in voting to elect Russ Baldwin! I’ve lived in county for 12 years, and I’ve known Baldwin for a decade. I’ve appeared before Bachart thousands of times as a lawyer. When I needed a lawyer, I hired Baldwin. He’s the best. With his zealous representation and knowledge of the law, the matter was resolved fairly. He spent his career representing people, being that knight in shining armor when someone needs a hero. He will bring integrity, honesty, and most importantly independence to the bench. I’ve read the letters in News-Times saying Bachart does not make bad case law, and one who says she does not know any trial attorney who thinks she is unfair. Well, allow me to introduce myself: David Beal, trial attorney. For past few years, on each case assigned to Bachart, I submit an affidavit with the court that I do not believe ANY party can get a fair hearing before her, and requesting that she be removed. I sign these as an officer of the court under oath. It is my duty I do not take lightly. I’m not the only attorney to file these on Bachart, and it has created administrative problems in the courthouse. The Court of Appeals Court has visited Bachart’s rulings at least thirty times in the past ten years. That is nearly three times the rate of Judge Branford. More troubling: it’s always the defense appealing. 25 of these 30 are reversals, many for illegal sentences. She errs regularly and always on the same side. Google: State v. Prange. I enthusiastically endorse Russ Baldwin for Judge! David Beal, Attorney, Newport
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As you may have seen, Jonathan Cable’s campaign slogan is “Experience Matters,” and never has this been more true than in these troubling times. I first met Jonathan Cable in 2008 when my husband, Brian Gardner, accepted a position as a Lincoln County Deputy District Attorney. At that time, Jonathan had already been working as a Lincoln County Deputy District Attorney for two years. As the nation sunk into recession, tough budgetary and policy choices needed to be made throughout Lincoln County. Jonathan and Brian worked through those choices. They know what worked and what failed. They know firsthand the impact each choice had on co-workers, victims, and our community’s safety. This experience prepares Jonathan to lead our DA’s office through the uncertain times ahead. I shared an office with Jonathan Cable for three years. He was the first to arrive in the morning and the last to leave, usually working six days a week. He is humble and gracious, instilling a sense of teamwork in those around him. Jonathan enjoys assisting other attorneys and was always willing to answer my questions or talk through a difficult case with me. I am honored he chose my husband, Brian Gardner, as his Chief Deputy. As a community member I am grateful someone as experienced and dedicated as Jonathan Cable is standing guard as we weather this storm together. I hope you’ll join me in voting for Jonathan Cable so he can continue to serve our community.
I have worked in law enforcement in our county for over thirty years and I am supporting Lanee Danforth for District Attorney. Lanee has earned not only my respect, but the respect of law enforcement, community partners and colleagues. She has the intelligence, worth ethic, passion, leadership skills, and integrity necessary to make an excellent District Attorney. Lanee has an extremely hard work ethic and dedication to everything she does. Lanee does not shy away from difficult cases but tackles them head on and works tirelessly to make sure that justice is served. Lanee never takes the easy way out. Lanee has high, but reasonable, expectations of everyone around her, including law enforcement. Lanee leads by example and gives everything she does her best. People around her follow suit. That is the mark of a true leader. Something I appreciate most about Lanee is her open line of communication. I know that I can call Lanee any time, day or night, and she will be there to help. Lanee frequently consults with law enforcement and crime victims on cases to make sure that everyone’s voice is heard. She goes above and beyond to make the right decision, every time. Lanee is the best choice for District Attorney. She is in this for the right reasons. This isn’t about her ego. Lanee is someone who truly cares about this community and about crime victims. I know she will work hard as our District Attorney, will never take the easy way out and will always be available to communicate with everyone in our community. She will lead the office with confidence, humility, professionalism and integrity. Please join me in voting for Lanee for DA. Bud Lane, Lincoln City
Mark Gamba is running in the 5th Congressional District Democratic primary to unseat Congressman Kurt Schrader. I’ve heard Gamba say in his virtual town hall meetings that he would love to debate our current representative. Unfortunately, you won’t be able to witness any debates, because Rep. Schrader has not agreed to debate him. Given that reality, and the fact that normal campaign activities are suspended due to the coronavirus lockdown, it is more important than ever that regular folks like me speak up to tell my registered Democrat friends and neighbors who plan to vote in the primary why you to should consider Gamba to be our next representative for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District. Time is short and attention spans are limited, so let me cut to the chase. Gamba, the current mayor of the city of Milwaukie, supports bold action on climate, living wages, universal health care, affordable housing, gun reforms, and overturning Citizens United. And he does not accept corporate contributions. Proud “blue dog” Rep. Kurt Schrader, on the other hand, has accepted funds from big Pharma, the NRA, the oil and gas industry and corporate forestry, and voted against the $15 minimum wage. It’s pretty clear. If you are ready for a truly passionate, progressive public servant to represent you in Congress, Gamba should be your choice. If you’re happy with the status quo, vote for Rep. Schrader. Nora Sherwood, Lincoln City
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Blue collar workers are always looking for politicians who don’t say one thing and do another and support their pursuit of the American Dream. I have been a small business owner in Lincoln County for over 9 years and there is no politician in our county more dedicated to helping the common person achieve the “American Dream” more than Claire Hall. I not only own a brick and mortar but I own mining claims and work in resource extraction. Claire Hall SUPPORTS small miners and seeks sensible environmental regulations rather than broad bureaucratic decisions that hurt the common worker just trying to make his own way. Claire has never supported raising taxes to increase services and she does NOT believe in overregulating small business and those of us trying to achieve the American Dream. I have spoken to Claire about the tragedy of our lost mining history when government entities destroy historic mines and mining sites, those are our heritage! Claire supports all of our resource extraction industries while keeping in mind that we can’t fish a dead ocean, we can’t log a dead forest and we can’t mine a dead earth. From loggers like my friends to miners like me, those trying to achieve our dreams, Claire’s got our back!
When I first began practicing law in Lincoln County it took very little time to realize why Judge Bachart is so widely respected in our community. I now have the honor of working with Judge Bachart as part of the Lincoln County bench and my respect for her has only grown. Judge Bachart’s work ethic and dedication to our county is admirable and unmatched. She plays an integral role in the functioning of our courts and works tirelessly to keep them running smoothly. She consistently ensures that court time is used efficiently and that delays in cases are prevented whenever possible. She takes it upon herself to educate community partners and to establish new procedures when there are changes in the law. Judge Bachart is usually the last to leave the courthouse at the end of the day and it is rare not to see her at work on a weekend. Regardless of how busy she is, Judge Bachart never takes the bench unprepared for a hearing, no matter the relative seriousness of the case. She continues to take the time to make thoughtful decisions in each case because reaching a just outcome is imperative to her. When Judge Bachart hears a case you can trust that she will be well versed in the law, that defendants will be treated fairly but held accountable for their crimes, and that victims’ voices will be heard. These qualities are always important in a judge, but are particularly important now. Criminal cases take up a significant portion of our docket time on any given day. During the COVID-19 pandemic, our court has been ordered by the Chief Justice to hold only essential hearings. The arrests, hearings and trials that normally happen each day have been delayed for months. When our courts return to normal operation, we will have a significant backlog of cases, many of which will be criminal matters. It is crucial that these criminal cases be handled quickly and properly to preserve the constitutional rights of the defendants, protect the safety of the community, lower recidivism and to ensure that both defendants and victims receive justice. Losing Judge Bachart at any time would be devastating to our county; Losing her now would cripple our courts. This election is extremely important for the future of the Lincoln County Circuit Court. Please join me in voting for and supporting Judge Sheryl Bachart. Amanda Benjamin, Lincoln County Circuit Court Judge Pro Tem, Newport
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Gratitude to Neighbors For Kids During these very challenging times where most of us are quarantined at home and schools are closed, we are reminded that many children get a substantial portion of their daily nutrition from school provided lunches and snacks. I want to shine a bright light on a Depoe Bay non-profit, Neighbors For Kids. During the month of April, NFK provided more than 2000 nutrient rich meals, snacks and activity packets (at no charge) and distributed them children and families in the community. Neighbors For Kids is supported largely by donations and has maintained a skeleton crew of dedicated paid employees to run the kitchen preparing food for those in need. On a wider perspective, as I look across this nation, our public schools have done their share as well. While our federal government seems unable to produce critical safety masks or testing swabs, our schools have found a way to provide daily meals and snacks to approximately 30 million children across our country. My thanks go out to Neighbors For Kids and our schools for doing critical community work in a difficult situation. Robert Houston, Depoe Bay
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We started Save Our Siletz River in May 2018, we met Betty Kamikawa, our Soil Scientist. Together and individually we have continued to work , over 2 years of volunteering including County/City meetings, biosolids summit, workgroups, DEQ hearings, and more. We work to save the Siletz River from the spreading of toxic sewage sludge on farms along the Siletz River, particularly above the water intake for the Cities. Due to Save Our Siletz River’s efforts City of Newport is the only municipal land applying above the water intake, despite all evidence on the potential serious adverse to human health and the environment. The EPA, DEQ, nor anyone else to assure the safety of this practice. Betty continues to educate on alternate disposal methods for biosolids and work on Save Our Siletz River’s goal to gain collaborative effort in building a plant that supports environmental & sustainable benefits by processing biosolids into clean renewable energy. Betty contributes so much; Girl Scout Leader for Toledo since 2003, she was Chairperson for Newport Childcare Committee from 2000 to 2014. Twenty year member of LC Association Family & Community Education serving as President from 2001 to 2014. Betty is also President of Board of Directors for Grace Winds Haven. She assists with the homeless shelter at the Lincoln County Commons. Betty is a Toledo City Council Member. Betty works so hard out of love for Lincoln County! Alan & Kayleen Davis, Logsden
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Xanatos refused, saying “I’ve grown attached to it.” “Officers told him over and over to please put the weapon down, they wanted the encounter to end peacefully. Bomar repeatedly stated, ‘it’s not worth it, it’s not worth the outcome… the peaceful way is the best way to go with this,’” Cable said in his report. One of the officers had a less than lethal 20 mm foam launcher, which fires a hard foam projectile to disable a subject. Tazers were not an option given the heavy
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clothing that Xanatos was wearing. He took several steps toward Bomar who backed up. He was warned he would be hit with foam round if he continued. He took several more steps in Bomar’s direction. He was hit with the less than lethal foam round. It did not have the desired effect he bent over slightly then he immediately stood back up fully. He continued to advance, drew the knife from his belt and ran at Bomar. The three officers all fired and Xanatos was later pronounced dead by medical staff at Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital. The District’s Attorney’s office
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has become more readily available, they have began to expand testing criteria to those experiencing even mild symptoms of COVID-19 (Coronavirus). Gov. Brown said they will continue to expand testing to anyone showing symptoms, provide priority testing for facilities such as nursing homes and prisons, as well as make testing available for at risk populations and rural areas of the state. “In order reopen and stay open, we must have randomized testing across the state,” Gov. Brown said. “A strategy of testing and tracing helps us identify who has the disease and who may be at risk of infection — knowledge that is incredibly powerful as we look to reopen.” To help achieve these goals, health officials will be launching a testing program called ‘Be The Key,’ which will be a study with 100,000 randomly selected Oregonians. It will be done in partnership with OHSU and
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was notified immediately along with other members of the Lincoln County Major Crime Team. Assistance was provided by officers from the Toledo Police Department, Newport Police Department, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office and the medical examiner. “I responded to assist with the investigation along with two Deputy District Attorneys,” Cable said. In compliance with Senate Bill 111, and the Lincoln County Deadly Physical Force Plan, the Oregon State Police were contacted to conduct the investigation. The Deadly Physical Force Plan re-
restrictions runs the risk of increasing Coronavirus infections in Oregon. The modeling suggests that Gov. Brown’s March stay-home order reduced infections by about 70 percent from what it could have been. This is why Gov. Brown said they will be taking a cautious approach moving forward. “Make no mistake, physical distancing will remain apart of our daily lives until we have a vaccine,” Gov. Brown said. “We’re not going to be able to open Oregon quickly or in one swoop. The process is going to be happening slowly.” Gov. Brown was not specific as to which counties will begin reopening first, but stated that she will be speaking with a few Eastern Oregon counties soon regarding criteria and ability to test and trace cases. Lincoln County Lincoln County, along with community partners, has begun working on a local plan to reopen local business and recreation that will follow Governor Brown’s
quires that an outside agency not involved in the use of force must take the lead in the subsequent investigation. Several Detectives from the Oregon State Police, both locally and from Salem responded and subsequently spent several weeks conducting a very through investigation. “I received the remaining videos and reports from the Oregon State Police,” Cable said. “I have reviewed approximately seven hours of body and dash camera video, as well as photos, autopsy reports and scene diagrams. I was also able to listen to the interviews of all five officers who were
Reopening Oregon Framework. The current draft guidance provided by the state requires that counties meet seven prerequisites before a county can enter phase one of Reopening Oregon. These criteria are: - Declining prevalence of COVID-19: This metric only applies to counties with more than five cases. Lincoln County currently has five total cases, but only two active cases. - Minimum Testing Regimen: Regions must be able to administer COVID-19 testing at a rate of 30 per 10,000 people per week. In Lincoln County this would be approximately 150 tests per week. “Our local healthcare system is able to do that now,” County officials said. “However, this metric is measured at the Health Region level, not at the county level. An individual county cannot move into phase one if regional hospital capacity is beneath that level.”
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involved and present, they all cooperated fully with this investigation.” Cable said that he has not yet received the toxicology reports, regarding drug and alcohol use for Xanatos, but said the results would not have impacted his decision. “As the District Attorney of Lincoln County, I find that the actions of all three officers was justified under the circumstances… No crimes were committed so this case will not be presented to the Grand Jury,” Cable said. “Every loss of life is tragic, but in this instance, David Xanatos left the officers no choice.”
- Contact Tracing System: Counties must have a minimum of 15 contact tracers for every 100,000 people. Lincoln County has met this requirement. - Isolation Facilities: Counties must have hotel rooms available for people who test positive for COVID-19 and who cannot self-isolate. - Finalized Statewide Sector Guidelines: Each sector must adhere to Oregon Health Authority statewide guidelines to protect employees and consumers, make the physical workspace safer and implement processes that lower risk of infection in the business. - Sufficient Health Care Capacity: Each region must be able to accommodate a 20 percent increase in suspected or confirmed COVID-19 hospitalizations
compared to the number of suspected or confirmed COVID-19 hospitalizations in the region at the time Executive Order No. 20-22 was issued. - Sufficient PPE Supply: All hospitals in the health region must report PPE supply daily to OHA’s Hospital Capacity system. Large hospitals and health systems in the region must attest to a 30-day supply of PPE, and rural hospitals must have a 14-day supply. The Lincoln County incident management team has already set up distribution systems to long-term care, foster homes, jails and other facilities. A sterilizing machine will be ready next week in Eugene to clean N-95 masks. This benchmark is dependent upon stockpiling PPE.
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To all the teachers that have thrown themselves into online learning regardless of your comfort level, thank you. To all the teachers, bus drivers, kitchen staff, and volunteers who prepare and deliver thousands of meals to students every week, thank you. Thank you for feeding these kids, but most importantly, thank you for caring for these kids. Even through your masks we can see the kindness in your eyes as you pass out food and packets to students. To all the teachers that are balancing caring for their own children at home while providing online instruction to your students, thank you. You are quite possibly the best quadritaskers there are. To all the teachers and other school district staff in Lincoln County, thank you for your constant and continued support of Lincoln County’s most precious resource, our children. Lincoln County Board of Commissioners
Mrs. Davis at Taft Elementary, 6th Grade I am nominating Mrs. Davis because this year in 6th grade me and my class have gone through a lot of teachers in the first semester of the school year and Mrs. Davis decided to stay with us after the first week even though she didn’t have to. Then through this, now she has to do online schooling for us, which is hard on her. So I really appreciate her as a teacher. Kayleah Hudson, 6th Grade
“Happy Teacher Appreciation Week from Lincoln City Parks & Recreation. Thank you for all that you do.”
Mrs. Tanya McCombs, Seventh Day Adventist I nominate my teacher because she lets us watch CNN10. Also, she lets us have extra recess. She plays lots of games with her class. -Jaxon Garrison
I like that after we do our work we get to do a lot of art with her. I like to build things with her from things we find outside and paper and cardboard. ~Emma, 6 Jen’s connection with, and commitment to her students is extraordinary and goes way beyond the classroom. Her philosophy of “The Beautiful Oops” has helped our children have the confidence and courage to learn, grow and self-soothe, even in times like these. Thanks! JB & Rebecca Haslett Emma & Ethan Haslett Age 6, Kindergarten
I helped her this year with drama club. The patience Karen has and passion to teach them what she obviously loves is incredible. Karen Teisl from Taft is amazing! Beth Towers
We have around 300 certified staff ranging from first grade teachers to adaptive PE specialists and social studies teachers to speech pathologists. Our staff all have at least a 4-year bachelor’s degree and 78% have a master’s degree or above. Licensed staff work in all four areas of the county and include a reading specialist, a community curriculum liaison, and a teacher to support beginning teachers who support all teachers in the county. The average teacher years of experience is 15 years. LCSD, Tiana Tucker
To all the teachers at St. James Santiago School Julie Fiedler John Fiedler Mallory Migliaccio Jen Donnell Nora Sherwood Lee Erickson Asia Richardson Alissa Bautista Kaline Klass Carol Wolfe You impress me during normal school times. You blow my mind during these hard & trying times. You all leaped into the pool of chaos together, held strong, got the job done and not one day of school was missed. You have trudged through the last six weeks like warriors, and will complete the next six as victors. You are true treasures and I thank you for all your hard work. - Danielle Banks Mrs. McDaniel Taft Elementary 5th Grade I really like Mrs. McDaniel as a teacher because she is so funny and understanding and when I need help she explains it in the simplest way. That is why I like my teacher. -Van Maldonado Linda Yapp at Nye Beach Montessori. (pre-k) When we first met Linda she told us that shaping kind little human beings is just as important at her school as teaching children to read or write. Linda is one of the sweetest and kindest souls you will ever meet. In addition to opening the children’s eyes and ears to art, music, nature, science, reading, and math, she imparts her kind and gentle nature to each child she teaches. We are so blessed that she is a part of our child’s life and our community. Amanda Benjamin & Joseph Allison
Lincoln County students are very lucky to have the teachers they have. Dedicated professionals who care deeply about the profession they have chosen and the lives they impact. But our students are first greeted by another part of the staff; from the bus driver who picks them up at their home and safely delivers them to the doors of their school, the office staff who are on hand to greet them, track all of their progresses, help with the sniffles and know when to call Mom. There are a host of classroom assistants who may spend the day listening to your son and daughter read or helping with a math problem. I see classified staff coaching sports and helping with drama productions. More classified people work in the kitchens to feed the body that nourishes a learning spirit. Others who deliver supplies from one end of the county to another, and the janitorial staff who are there to make certain the buildings
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are clean on a daily basis, and made ready for the next morning when the busses arrive and the smiles begin. The classified staff make teaching and learning possible. As I think back of the one who always comes to mind was Mr. Bayne. Mr. Bayne was our school janitor, He was in the building long before anyone else to make certain the boilers were heating the building in the middle of a North Dakota winter. Mr. Bayne was always the last one to leave late in the afternoon after he had cleaned every room, delivered supplies to each room then locked the doors. I have witnessed classified staff raise money for their schools and their students, I see them go the extra mile to ensure the safety of our next generation. My wife was a school secretary and I know from her how much the entire staff cares for each and every child. Roger Robertson Lincoln City, OR
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TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK Johnathan Sutherland is a Physical Education Teacher at Sam Case Elementary and Ashley Hill is a 4th Grade Teacher at Sam Case Elementary. BOTH have been outstanding in keeping in touch with the students, keeping the kids learning and engaging, and letting them know they care and are still here for them. Also, Mr. Johnathan Sutherland has been excellent with helping other teachers, us parents, and the kids to navigate their way through the online learning challenges we have faced. Ms. Ashley Hill asks EACH child how they are doing every day, and they all share about how they are doing, what they have been doing, etc... These teachers have helped these kids to feel a sense
of normalcy and to still have some structure in this time with the pandemic. We could not ask for better teachers right now! I’m so thankful for them! They truly care, and our kids know it. I want to also give a HUGE shout out to the people who prepare, and/or hand the lunches out - whether from the bus route or the drive thru line. They also hand out the Learning Packets. They are so friendly and positive, and they always make the kids’ day with their positive, friendly attitudes. They stand outside in the cold and rain, wind, and heat everyday, going above and beyond. Thank you so much to them as well! Tammie Johnson Stark
My children are enrolled at NVS — Neskowin Valley School in Neskowin. They LOVE going there. And have fun every day. Even with home schooling they have stepped up above and beyond the call of duty and are creating an interesting online world. I would like to recommend two exceptional educators: Ms. Angie Wright Grades 4/5 — A clear love of teaching and putting the kids first every day is readily apparent. The class activities are presented in engaging ways where the kids get involved and love learning. Here’s what my daughter, 10, Jasmine says: “She’s an exceptional teacher. She’s fair, she’s kind. She explains stuff to us well. She makes learning fun. We go on great field trips. She gives loving hugs. She’s understanding. She’s always there for us. She makes sure we are safe at school whatever we are doing. She’s awesome!” Ms. Nicole Camberg Grades K/1: Patient, kind, caring, comes up with great activities that are innovative, creative, interesting and fun for the age group. My 5 year old Luke says: “She teaches me in a nice way! She reads really nice stories. She’s super duper nice to me every day. And because I love her. She’s nice to me every week and every month. And because she sends me all of this homework for homeschool.” -Ruth de Sosa
This awesome group of individuals has been working hard for students, whether they are teaching online classes, providing paper supplements for Distance Learning or delivering lunches and supplies. Today and every day we thank you for all your hard work and dedication to your job. Building relationships to make your students feel valued. A Teacher takes a hand, opens a mind and touches a heart. Thank you!
Mrs. LaMarche at Taft Elementary, 5th Grade I am nominating Mrs. LaMarche because she is a really good teacher and she is nice, funny, smart etc. She lets us go outside in the afternoon and sometimes in the morning….that’s why I nominated her. -Katelyn Hatton, 5th Grade Ms Rotarius at Oceanlake, 2nd Grade I am nominating Ms Rotarius because she’s really nice and she plays a lot of games with us. -Logan Wilson Mr. Lambie was one of the only teachers that I genuinely trusted with any issue that I had at the school. He was able to put his relatable input into problems and made all of his classes a very comfortable learning environment. Through being in Lambie’s art classes and digital design classes, I was able to be artistic in my own way, and express my creative thoughts. Mr. Lambie is the only teacher at Taft high school that allows students to be expressive with their artistic talents. Without Lambie, I wouldn’t have had such a great experience during my high school years. Savannah Duncan
I would love a shout out to all the teachers and staff at Taft Elementary... We all love you and miss you. Especially to Mrs. Torres thank you for doing a great job on the distance learning. My Daughter and I really look forward to seeing everyone from class every day. Mrs. Torres is really making this type of classroom fun and interesting and an extra shout out to the class. It is great seeing your faces every day. Love from Liliana and Maggie Culver Shout out to my amazing team Kyla P, Tina C, Rhonda V,& Nicole C. I can’t wait to walk the creek together! I nominate Kyla Palmer for being the best shared-door teacher ever. She rocks Middle School, is extremely creative, and inspires me every day. Angie Wright Education – and educators change lives. It has been nearly sixty years. But still remember their names, their faces, and the lessons they taught me. How to think critically. Literature, art, ethics, and science. How to organize my ideas. And how to stand up and articulate them. We should thank teachers every day. David Gomberg State Representative
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HEARING FOR A SUBDIVISION AND PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT The Lincoln City Planning and Community Development Department has scheduled a public hearing for the project described below. The Lincoln City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider the request on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom conferencing. Any person who may be affected is invited to attend and participate in the hearing and present written and/or oral testimony concerning the project.
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Ronald “Ron” Duane Cook May 31, 1936 – Apr. 17, 2020 Ron was born, May 31, 1936 to Leland and Bernice
Gerald W. Bibo Gerald W. Bibo, 88, formerly of Peoria, passed away in his sleep at 7:30 a.m. Thursday, April 23, at Brookdale River Valley in Tualatin, Ore.
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Cook in Twin Falls, Idaho where his dad worked as a lineman for the phone company for a short time. Most of Ron’s younger years were spend in Ionia, Kansas with and near his grandparents who he dearly loved. After a few years they all moved to Southern California. Ron was the oldest of four boys: Ron, Gerald, Marvin and Steven Cook. Then in the early 1950’s Ron’s folks all moved to Dallas, Oregon but Ron had graduated from his high school in Garden Grove California, so he stay behind and worked at Douglas Aircraft in Long Beach as a welder on big jet planes. Ron had met his future wife, Diana Keon, in a church youth group that his parents taught; both Ron
and Diana gave their hearts and lives to “The Lord Jesus” in their high school years and in 1956 they were married. In the next few years, they had three daughters: Carol Maye, Susan Carmel and Cindy Lee. In about 1959, they moved up to Salem Oregon, at that time Ron taught himself “auto body” repair, which soon took him up to running large dealership body shops in Independence, Oregon and for many years in Lincoln City, Oregon. He taught many other young men his profession. He was “The Best!” Soon after moving to Lincoln City, Ron joined the “T.N.D.” (Taft, Nelscott, Delake Fire Department), where he served as a volun-
teer fireman, captain E.M.T. and the last two years of service as their “Fire Chief”. Then after taking family trips to Kansas for several years, Ron and his wife left Oregon and moved back there to a small town, Jewell, Kansas in north central Kansas. They fell in love with the very special, kind, loving, wonderful folks there. They made their home there in Jewell for about eleven years and Ron bought a big shop and continued working on older pick-ups and cars. It was “his love”. After several strokes, and other health issues and a lot of encouragement from our three daughters we made the move back here to Oregon in 2016. He was always
available to help his daughters, grandchildren and any family members to, fix cars, re-build houses or help with any projects he could. Ron developed dementia in the last few years. He would tell us stories that would sometimes make us sad, but then other times make us all really laugh. That talented and sharp mind of his, was always still thinking, talking and whistling to songs he liked. We loved him “So Much” and still do, because when we give our lives and hearts to “The Lord Jesus” He promises us “eternal, everlasting life,” with Him and all our loved ones in Heaven – “Our Blessed Hope”. Ron is survived by his wife of 64 years Diana
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He was born April 21, 1932 in Peoria, a son of Leo M. and Lois (Carver) Bibo. He married Lois Sering on Jan. 7, 1956, in Peoria. She passed away Nov. 3, 1995. He married Jerry Baldwin Andrews in 1996 and 2004. After attending Spalding Institute, he graduated from Peoria High School in 1950. He received his B.S. in Industrial Economics from Iowa State University in 1954, his M.B.A. in Management from Bradley University in 1961 and his Certificate in Hospital Administration from Xavier University in 1969. He began his business career “peddling papers” on the East Bluff. His regular newspaper route — uphill
both ways, often in a blizzard — began at his home along Forrest Hill Avenue and ended with a jelly-filled donut at Trefzger’s Bakery. After a stint in the U.S. Air Force, now-Captain Bibo honed his organizational skills at the Peoria Association of Commerce from 1957 to 1965. He helped Peoria leaders annex the northern half of the city in 1964 — his proudest accomplishment. Although he served as Peoria’s 4th Ward Alderman on the Robert Lehnhausen council from 1965 to 1969, a vote for a utility tax to help redevelop the South Side was the end of his political career. He didn’t regret it. Jerry had shifted to a
specialty in hospital administration, serving as personnel director and assistant administrator at what was then St. Francis Hospital before becoming administrator at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Bloomington. He spent the rest of his career working at a series of medical centers in Illinois, Wisconsin, Wyoming, Montana and Colorado. While his children thought he bought and sold so many houses that he probably should have been a Realtor, these moves meant countless non-profit organizations were the beneficiary of his “lead, follow or get out of the way” CEO mentality. In his various communities, Jerry was ac-
tive with the Kiwanis Club, Rotary Club, United Way, American Heart Association, American Cancer Society and Civitan. He retired to Prescott, Ariz. He later moved to Lincoln City, Ore., where he spent the last 20 years of a long and productive life — and was instrumental in construction of the community’s senior center. Along with his wife, Lois, he was preceded in death by his sister, Marilea “Mickie” Rogers. Surviving are his beloved long-time companion, Rae Winstone of Tualatin and her family; his six children, Terry (Bill) Knight of Elmwood; Brenda of Aloha, Ore.; Laura (Joe Rogers)
of Tualatin; Julie (Michele Cook) of Spokane, Wash.; Mark (Amelia) of Gresham, Ore. and Matt (Felice Leonhardt) of Beaverton, Ore.; 13 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren and one niece. Memorials may be made to any Special Olympics or North Lincoln Fire & Rescue, P.O. Box 200, Lincoln City, OR 97367. Cremation rites have been accorded. Services will be scheduled later, pending the current corona pandemic. Springer and Son Aloha Funeral Home and Crematory in Aloha Ore. is in charge of arrangements.
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Carol Cook, Susan Smith and Cindy Rinella and her husband David, grandchildren Julie Carter, Sheila Smith, Jesse Seeto, and wife Christina, Jennifer Witt and husband Bryan, Michael Rinella and wife Alyssa, Rachel Woabright and husband Nathan, great grandchildren; Zoe Maricle, Sophia McCoySmith, Lucas Rinella, Milah Rinella, Tyler Wells, Makenzie Wells, Brayden Wells and Ellie Witt. Due to the Corona Virus situation a “Celebration of Ron’s Life” will be held at a later date. The Dallas Mortuary Tribute Center is caring for the family. www. dallastribute.com
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What to expect when applying for this position: Application Process • Online application • Résumé required • Evidence of typing proficiency--A free typing test and certificate are available at www. typing.com. Typing test must be dated within one month of application. Qualified applicants must have a typing score of 35 words per minute with 85-90% accuracy. All items must be included for consideration and advancement to the next step. Applications will be screened for qualifications before moving on to testing.
test scores will determine who is invited to an Oral Board interview. • Chief ’s Interview—Oral Board Interview Scores will determine who is invited to the Chief ’s interview.
Final Candidate A conditional job offer will be extended to the final candidate. This is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation, psychological examination, and a pre-employment medical examination. Once complete, a starting date will be determined. Hired individuals are required to attend the Testing Dispatcher Academy class at the DPSST Qualified applicants will take a written test via headquarters located in Salem, Oregon. This an online proctoring site. Specific instructions includes a three-week basic telecommunications and information regarding testing will be given course and a three-day emergency medical to these applicants via email. Applicants must dispatcher class. Class attendance dates are obtain a score of at least 75% in each category dependent on DPSST Academy availability. tested in order to be considered for the next step. The hiring process can take anywhere from 6 to 8 weeks upon a conditional job offer. Interviews • Oral Board Interview--Qualifications and
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Despondent man shoots gun in parking lot of old hospital THE NEWS GUARD
On Saturday, May 2, at about 12:27 p.m., Lincoln City Dispatch received a call that there was an active shooter on the property of Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital. Additional information indicated the shooter was in a black car and had been shooting a handgun in the parking lot area. Lincoln City Police quickly responded to the call and located the involved vehicle and subject in the NW parking lot of the old medical clinic buildings located in the 2900 block of W Devils Lake Road. The first officer on scene made
contact with the involved subject, who was later identified as Oscar Gonzalez Moreno, 21, of Lincoln City. The subject exited his car with the handgun and held it to his head. The officer began talking to Gonzalez Moreno and after a short time was able to get him to drop the gun. Gonzalez Moreno was taken into custody without further incident on a mental health hold and transported to the hospital emergency room for medical and mental health evaluation. During the investigation it was found that Gonzalez Moreno was despondent over some personal life issues and had been armed
with a 9mm Smith and Wesson handgun. He had fired a number of rounds into the air and had about half a magazine of ammunition left in the gun. Area buildings were checked for damage from bullets, but no damage was found. After the initial evaluation at North Lincoln Hospital was completed, Moreno was transported to Corvallis Hospital for further mental health treatment. The case investigation will be forwarded to the Lincoln County District Attorney’s Office for review and determination of criminal charges. “Thankfully no one was injured during this event,” LCPD stated.
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The subject fired a number of rounds into the air and had about half a magazine of ammunition left in the gun.
Lincoln County unemployment claims hit 16 percent, highest in Oregon MAX KIRKENDALL newsguardeditor@countrymedia.net
It’s no secret that Oregon’s counties have been deeply affected by COVID-19. And as shown in the latest data released by the Oregon Employment Department (OED), perhaps Lincoln County has been hit the hardest. During the first five weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic, about 333,700 unemployment insurance claims were filed in Oregon. Although Multnomah County and Washington County had the most claims filed, at 46,180 and 43,930 respectively, OED detailed in a graph that showed the percentage of the labor force that filed for unemployment. Lincoln County topped the list at 16 percent, just ahead of Clatsop County at 15 percent. ODE also released data regarding which industries are being impacted the most based on unemployment claims. Unsurprisingly, accommodation and food services received the highest percentage at nearly 29 percent. Arts, entertainment and recreation were second on the list at about 18 percent. In a web-based article from OED, the department noted that
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During the first five weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic, about 333,700 unemployment insurance claims were filed in Oregon. Lincoln County holds the highest percentage of unemployment claims.
Health Care and Social Assistance hovered around the 10 percent mark, which may seem surprising given the current public health crises. “Healthcare posting large numbers of layoffs during a health crisis may seem puzzling; however, there are many health-related businesses that are not serving on the front lines of the COVID-19 response such as dentist offices, ambulatory health services, medical labs and surgery centers,” the article states. “Many elective procedures are being postponed until the health crisis diminishes and there is less strain on the hospital system.” OED also noted that it is taking unusually long to process claims given the record breaking increase. “The Unemployment Insurance Division is working as fast as they can to process every claim, and they continue to add staff,” the article states. “They ask that you continue to file weekly and you will be notified when your claim is processed.” Additional information is available at https://govstatus. egov.com/ORUnemployment_COVID19.
WE CAN ONLY DO OUR JOBS AS WELL AS THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY DOES THEIRS THAT’S WHY WE CHOOSE LANEE FOR DISTRICT ATTORNEY LAW ENFORCEMENT SUPPORTERS Detective Abby Dorsey Deputy Zach Dowty Detective Jon Humphreys Deputy Siscilee Gouge Retired Sergeant Bob Jozwiak Officer Cody Tadlock Deputy Anthony Rose James Burke Retired Sergeant Mark Meister Retired Officer Greg Hirsch Deputy Bruce McGuire Deputy Josh Chapman Corporal Jim Kellenberger Corrections Deputy Zac Fierro Deputy Jason Spano Criminal Investigator Chris Marks Deputy Nick Vaille Officer Jayne Jonnson Retired Detective Trish Miller Deputy Zach Akin Deputy Dalynn Shinholster Officer Molly Wehrley Bud Lane Retired Detective Denis Bosque Corporal Giovanni Barbers Community Services Deputy Jesse Hess Trooper Robert Meador “Lanee is a natural leader. From the day she joined our office, she has demonstrated strong leadership skills and has earned the trust and respect of her fellow prosecutors, staff, and law enforcement. That is why the majority of Deputy District Attorneys in the office have chosen to endorse Lanee.” - DDA Kylie Andrisa Paid for by Lanee Danforth for Lincoln County District Attorney
“Lanee has high, but reasonable, expectations of everyone around her, including law enforcement. Lanee leads by example and gives everything she does her best. People around her follow suit. This is the mark of a true leader.” - Bud Lane
CURRENT LINCOLN COUNTY DDAS DDA Kylie Andrisa DDA Amber Kolsrud DDA Hollie Boggess DDA Lynn Howard More endorsements on Lanee’s website www.electlaneedanforth.com Lincoln City’s largest and most trusted news source.
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Jonathan H. Experience Matters.
FOR DISTRICT AT TORNEY
Kenneth “Rusty” Park Exits DA Race, Endorses DA Jonathan Cable In the Summer of 2019, the Lincoln County District Attorney’s Office was unsettled by the resignation of Michelle Branam as District Attorney. During this unsettled time, out of a deep caring for the DA’s Office, I submitted my name to run for the position of District Attorney in the May Primary Election. In January, Governor Kate Brown appointed Jonathan Cable to the position of District Attorney of Lincoln County. For the past several weeks I have observed Mr. Cable in this position. He has brought in new management staff, and made several positive changes for the office. Governor Brown made the right choice in her selection, and I am honored to work for him. Jonathan has implemented changes to counteract the scheduling issues of the Circuit Court while his staff has brought a positive, hard-working attitude to the office. The changes are apparent after a few short weeks, and look to continue to improve as he remains in the position. Jonathan’s appointed Chief Deputy District Attorney, Brian Gardner, is one of the most intelligent attorneys I have ever worked with as a lawyer. The work of his appointed office manager, Anthony Rivers, has improved the morale of the office dramatically. For these reasons, I am suspending my campaign for the position of District Attorney and strongly endorse Jonathan Cable for the position. I would encourage anyone voting in May to vote for Jonathan. Jonathan’s remaining opponent has little experience in the practice of law, less in prosecution, and no observable management qualities. A recent newspaper advertisement has brought her morals and integrity into question due to it’s misleading and deceptive nature. The ad was fictitious, dishonest, and possibly illegal in a campaign. During this pandemic time we need someone with honesty and integrity in the position of District Attorney. Jonathan Cable is the only remaining candidate with significant experience in the practice of law in Lincoln County, both as a prosecutor and as a defense attorney. He has demonstrated strong management skills and a commitment to serve the people of our community. Mr. Cable has high integrity and honesty as he has shown in our office. The position of District Attorney is a vital role in Lincoln County and requires an experienced attorney with proven ability. If you were planning to vote for me on May 19th, please transfer that vote to Jonathan Cable so we can continue the prosecution of criminals in Lincoln County with honesty and integrity. ............................................................................................................................................................. Lincoln County Deputy District Attorney and Former Ethics Commission Investigator Michael Thornicroft: I am a Lincoln County Deputy District Attorney, and have been an Oregon attorney since 1998. Prior to coming to the Lincoln County DA’s Office, I was an Investigator for the Oregon Government Ethics Commission. My boss, District Attorney Jonathan Cable, has been an attorney since 2002. His opponent, Ms. Danforth, has been an Oregon attorney since 2016, and a Nevada attorney since 2018. Mr. Cable has spent most of his entire adult life as a prosecutor, with nearly a decade in the Lincoln County DA’s Office, prosecuting every kind of case from murder to theft. His experience as a trial attorney is among the best in our county. He is responsible for managing a budget of $3,000,000 and 30 employees. As District Attorney, he brought in Chief Deputy District Attorney Brian Gardner, also a former Lincoln County Deputy District Attorney for nearly a decade. Mr. Cable has brought quality to the DA’s Office in a short period of time. With the Coronavirus, these are difficult times for law enforcement around the state. With budget cuts starting to happen, staff reduction, along with reduced court hours, we need experience to successfully navigate the changes ahead. Right now, Jonathan Cable’s experience matters. He is showing solid leadership in these troubling times and is working 24/7 to maintain law and order while our county weathers this storm. Ms. Danforth, in the future with more years of experience under her belt, will make a great candidate someday. But not just yet. Right now we need an experienced, ethical, and capable District Attorney. Jonathan Cable has displayed to our office that he has those qualifications. I hope the public will compare the candidates and make the right decision. Experience matters in times like these. .............................................................................................................................................................
Lincoln County Chief Deputy District Attorney Brian Gardner: I am writing this letter out of deep concern for our community and to share what I have learned after 22 years practicing criminal law, this being my 17th year as a prosecutor. The District Attorney has many roles. The DA is the chief law enforcement position for our county, responsible for decisions that have lifelong consequences for everyone involved; the chief financial officer for the office, responsible for the efficient use of public resources to provide for a stable budget, even in unstable times. The DA is one of the community leaders responsible for being knowledgeable about our entire community and accessible to all. The DA is responsible for prosecutorial ethics, defense of our Constitutions, and protection of the separation of powers within the criminal justice system. We rely on experience to dodge pitfalls that we have stepped in before, and to prepare for changes. There is no substitute or quick fix to replace experience that is attained over time. Local knowledge and respect must be earned over years in our community, and are irreplaceable. Jonathan Cable is the 6th DA I have worked for. I can assure you that Jonathan Cable fills all of these roles. I am very thankful, on behalf of my family and community, that he is our DA. I strongly encourage you to vote for him to keep all of the experience and integrity he brings to this incredibly important position. ............................................................................................................................................................. Former Lincoln County Deputy District Attorney Christine Herrman Until January of this year, I was a Deputy District Attorney in Lincoln County and was responsible for child abuse and sexual assault crimes, chaired the child abuse multidisciplinary team and sexual assault response team, and was a member of the major crimes team. I was not in Lincoln County long, but I quickly developed a deep love for this beautiful part of the state and the communities that make up the county. For that reason, and because I was asked to, I threw my name in the hat for consideration for the appointment as District Attorney when Michelle Branam left. I was naturally disappointed, but not surprised, that the decision was made to give the appointment to Jonathan Cable. Mr. Cable’s connections to the area far exceeded those of any of the other three of us who applied, and he has an impressive, varied resume of experience that will, and has, served him well in the role. I left Lincoln County, but I remain passionately interested in the community and the success of the District Attorney’s office. I know both candidates for DA – I have gone head-to-head in court with Mr. Cable, and occupied the office next door to Ms. Danforth in the DA’s office. I know them both personally and professionally. I have watched their campaigns from a distance. And I feel the need to speak up. I can attest that Lanee Danforth is a very smart attorney. When she is invested in a case, she throws herself into it with abandon, and she is usually successful in trial. She is a real resource in that office, and has an outstanding grasp of the evidence code. She is perfectly suited to be a deputy district attorney, and an excellent one. She is not, however, a leader. Having worked alongside her, I can say without hesitation that she would be the absolute wrong choice for DA. The position of DA is an administrative, and to a lesser degree, political, one. The DA has to be a leader, an inspiration, and a deft manager of people, budgets, expectations, relationships, and messages. Crucial to the success of the DA is transparent, ethical, dedicated focus o n the role of the DA in the criminal justice system, and the importance of independence and absolute adherence to the law, recognizing the awesome power the position can wield. It is helpful, to be sure, if the DA is also a good trial attorney. However, exceptional, ethical leadership is what Lincoln County, like every other county, needs in the DA. Citizens of Lincoln County are fortunate to have the chance to elect a well-qualified District Attorney in Mr. Cable, and to retain a well-qualified Deputy District Attorney in Ms. Danforth.
THANK YOU TO ALL OUR ENDORSEES (Below) and Everyone Who Supports Us:
Susan Elizabeth Reese Painter (Newport Attorney) Bill Barton (Newport Attorney) Jeff Pridgeon (Newport Attorney) Mike Hart (Retired Lincoln County Juvenile Department Director) Lisa Mathies (Deputy, Lincoln County Sheriff ’s Department) Dan Taylor (Newport Attorney) Dick Murry Ed Wiles Alan Reynoldson (Newport Attorney) Carol James Gary Hamilton (Newport Attorney) Carrie Rasmussen (Hood River Attorney, from Toledo, OR) Monica Arellano-Ziegler Greg Dunn Christine Herrman (Former Lincoln County Deputy District Attorney) Kevin Ziegler Patty Benson Ron Benson (Lincoln County DA Office Investigator) Debbie Simmons Howard (Lincoln County DA Legal Assistant) Christopher Miller (Retired Lincoln County Deputy Sheriff ) Doug Chadwick Tracy Chadwick Scott Graf Katrina Graf Vanessa Clausing Tyson Clausing Braulio Escobar (Newport Attorney) Willie Worman (City of Siletz Mayor) Jeff Clark (City of Siletz City Council) Patty Skauge (City of Siletz Council, Siletz Valley Fire Board) Glenn Fluhr (Siletz Valley Fire Chief) Rick Olson (Siletz Valley Fire Board Member) Leah Olson (Siletz Valley Fire Board Budget Committee) Larry Parker Mary Parker Thomas Coates Daniel Beck Nairne Dickey Thomas Rivkin Steve Etter Vonda Etter Belinda Goody (Former Employee Lincoln County District Attorney’s Office) Sue Fowler Jack Gardner Brian Gardner (Lincoln County DA Office Chief Deputy) Courtney Kelly (Lincoln County DA Office Legal Assistant) Gretchen Havner (Newport Attorney) Mike Leake (Newport Police Department Sergeant) Mitch France (Newport Police Department Sergeant) Mike Pace, Toledo Aaron Pitcher, Toledo Michael Henderson Monaca Henderson Donnie Harvey Casey Foss Travis Howard Amy Howard Asia Richardson Sharon Lihou Sharon Hasting Tom Hasting Heather Phillips (former Lincoln County Juvenile Probation Officer) Jason Lewis (Lincoln County Juvenile Probation Officer) Nathan Green Sandi Thompson Bob Thompson Aimee Thompson Rob Thompson Dorinda Howden David Howden Robert Huffman Andrea Huffman Cody Hyslop Lisa Marie Hyslop Kimberly-Marie Babcock Chenault Jones Helyn Layton Angela Lehrman Katie Locke Sarah McCay Mitchell Martin (Newport Attorney) Linda Mollino Laura Hamilton Joe Danna Doug Morrison Christina Morrison David Beal (Newport Attorney) Harold Nash (Investigator)
Monteen Nash (Investigator) Joyce Rivers Tony Rivers (Lincoln County DA Office Manager) Heidi Rivers Aimee Selfridge Trista Selfridge Chelsea Spradley Nancy Steinberg Diana Russo Teem Dave Teem (Retired Lieutenant Newport Police Department) Michael Thornicroft (Lincoln County Deputy District Attorney) Max Alatriste Joaquin Varo (Former Legal Translator) Cecily Wechter Janae Wieboldt Maggie White Dave White Esaii Taylor Steve Lovejoy (Retired Attorney) Jacob James Anthoy Accurso (Investigator) Kenneth Park (Lincoln County Deputy District Attorney/Former DA Candidate who withdrew from race in support of DA Jonathan Cable) Cindy Park Aracellly Guevara (Former Legal Translator for My Sisters’ Place) Mike Dixon Nicole Rariden Scott Evans Holly Blakely (Former Lincoln City Police Officer) Cathy Piazza Kelly Barker Chelsea Spradley Charles Jesse Janet Barber Gari Lovejoy (Newport Attorney) Michelle Alatriste Nelson Jackson Irene Lightle (Former Lincoln County DA Office Legal Assistant/Currently with Lincoln County Parole and Probation Department) Julie Gamache Zak Mullins Talya Weldon Susie O’Toole (Lincoln County Parole and Probation Officer) Sean Martin Linda Thompson Amy Bendel (Former Lincoln County Circuit Court Clerk) Joshua Hunking (Corvallis Attorney) Herb Lupton Bridget Stenroos James Fruth (Tiffin, Ohio Attorney) Sharon Howell Lowry (Former Legal Assistant) John St. Clair Tommy Imholt Natalie Craft Glenda Freeman Shelly Thornicroft Jenna Rose Sharon Beardsley Jeff Arellano Diane Neldon Kayln Neldon Thomas “Mac” Maclaren Diane Goff Barbara Bush Ehren Biggar Janet Wickland Abigail DeYoung Sophia Tasker Lucinda Chapman Judith Hees Jennifer Allbright Richard Robitaille Shane Bendel Colleen Caubin Kristi Kind Ty Rae Risewick David Specht Maureen Little John Arnold, LCSW Denis Bosque (Retired Lincoln County Sheriffs Office Detective) Steven Linder George Nagel, LCSW Doug Gill Jestine “Jessie” Johnson Carole Coats Robin Wright Jeff Wright Lindsay Ramberg Clark Joe Howry Shonna Howry Mary Kay Fitzmorris Peggy Blaser Jeff Ouderkirk (Newport Attorney) Bernice Barnett, Former Lincoln County District Attorney Chrystal Dickinson, Lincoln County Deputy District Attorney Dylan McEntee Celeste McEntee Nick Batchelder
Debbie Simmons Howard, Lincoln County District Attorney’s Office Legal Assistant: I have worked for several District Attorneys and many deputy DAs over the last 14 years. I have had the pleasure of working with Jonathan both when we first started at the DA’s office and when he was a defense attorney. His dedication, professionalism, work ethic and knowledge are top notch. He is personable and approachable, as well as fair. The experience alone that he and Brian Gardner bring to our office is immense. I remember when the new laws came out regarding HIPPA. He literally read the entire manual and it is huge, that was impressive to me. I also worked along side him when he was our union president, and can attest that he goes the extra mile for the best interest of the people. He isn’t afraid of hard work. He isn’t beyond taking a lower level case and is more than capable of the highest level felonies. He was always that go-to person when law enforcement called or came in and had a question and so many were disappointed when he left 4 years ago for private practice. Law Enforcement and partner agencies were very happy to hear he had applied for the position of District Attorney and even happier when he was appointed by Governor Kate Brown. Our office has never been a happier pace to work, even during these trying times. I am asking folks to join me in voting for the candidate that makes the most sense, brings the most experience and is a hands down winner for Lincoln County, Jonathan Cable! ............................................................................................................................................................. Former Lincoln County Circuit Court Clerk Amy Bendel: You’ve got my vote. I know Jonathan from my time as an employee of the circuit court. During our many interactions over the 12 years I was there, not once did I see Jonathan act in a manner that was unprofessional or unethical. He is a fair, honest, and solid individual. I think that’s why misleading tactics such as those described in this video clearly offend him. Jonathan’s core values combined with his many years of experience both in prosecution and defense make him the best choice for our county’s District Attorney. I encourage you to join me in voting Jonathan Cable for DA because experience matters. ...................................................................................................................................................... Lincoln County District Attorney Office Manager Tony Rivers:
I have known Jonathan Cable since 2014 when I began working as a Courtroom clerk for the Honorable Judge Paulette Sanders. Being new to the courtroom arena, I was consistently impressed with Jonathan’s professionalism, preparation, and knowledge of the law as a Deputy District Attorney during court hearings. I had the pleasure of seeing him as lead prosecutor during lengthy and complicated trials in both criminal and juvenile dependency cases. His passion for the law was evident with every case he prosecuted. During my two years on the court staff, I got to know Jonathan on a more personal level. There are many things about him I began to admire: his honesty, intelligence, legal experience, and humor among them. Most of all, I came to admire his immense integrity in every situation. In 2015 when Jonathan told me he was leaving the District Attorney’s office to become an indigent defense attorney, I was certain all these attributes would enable him to be successful in his new venture; and they did. Working for Jonathan at the law office, I gained a new found respect for his work ethic. Over the course of four years I watched him work tirelessly seven days a week defending clients who could not afford an attorney. Jonathan gained a new level of respect from the legal community, including the district attorney’s office, with his knowledge and professionalism on the cases he defended. His clients respected the fact that he was a former prosecutor and knew both sides of the law. He protected their rights like no other and it was amazing to see him become a defense attorney that everyone admired. This past January, Jonathan was appointed as the District Attorney. When he called to ask if I would come with him to manage the office, I did not hesitate. I knew that Jonathan, along with his Chief Deputy DA Brian Gardner, would ‘right the ship’ and have a major positive impact on that office, the courthouse, the law enforcement community, and the residents of Lincoln County. Jonathan is a born leader and brings the multi-faceted experience needed to lead this office. He is the right individual for this office, not only during this tumultuous time, but for the duration. Jonathan Cable is the Lincoln County District Attorney, and we need to keep it that way! Please join me in voting to retain Jonathan as our DA in the upcoming election. ............................................................................................................................................................ Investigator and Former Deputy Jacob James Anthony Accurso: This is a difficult letter to write. In the upcoming election, you will choose one person to lead the office of the District Attorney. You have a choice between a person who’s experience in life, let alone as an attorney, recommends that person to the position over and above his opponent. I know both candidates. As persons, I like both candidates. But I have to choose. I would like to say that because I know both candidates, the choice would be difficult. But it isn’t. The reason the choice is easy for me is because I defer to the experience bodied forth in the person of Jonathan Cable. He has gone to court as a deputy in the office of the District Attorney AND he has gone to court in the interest of keeping intact his clients’ Constitutional right to the presumption of innocence. Mr. Cable’s opponent, on the other hand, has by comparison, little experience. So here’s how I’m going to put it to you. If given the choice, would you rather board the airplane whose pilot has 10,000 hours under his belt? Or the one whose pilot has a fraction of those hours? I’ve already chosen. Now it’s your turn. Please join me in electing to the position of District Attorney the person who is already District Attorney. This letter was difficult. The choice, a no brainer. Vote for Jonathan Cable. ............................................................................................................................................................. Investigator Harold Nash: I have worked in Lincoln County for many decades as a private investigator and have dealt with a number of DA’s during their time in office here, as well as most of the county’s defense attorneys. It has been my privilege to interact and work with Jonathan Cable in his previous capacity as a Deputy District Attorney and now as the incumbent District Attorney, as well as during his time as a prominent member of the Lincoln County defense bar. In my opinion, there is no more ethical and fair-minded individual than Mr. Cable. He runs and will continue to operate the District Attorney’s office with professionalism and a focus on providing justice to all individuals involved. Jonathan will not be driven by a win at all costs mindset. What I mean by that is I believe he will insure cases are assessed based on a critical analysis of the facts presented. I do not believe he will overreach or over-charge individuals as a negotiating tactic, but rather, cases will be brought with appropriate charges and prosecuted aggressively to ensure people found guilty of crimes will be held justly accountable. In my opinion, victims and defendants can both trust Mr. Cable to treat them fairly. Jonathan has worked many cases in his career and has a unique perspective of being able to analyze them from both a prosecutorial and a defense standpoint. Mr. Cable will always strive to make a just decision as to how cases are handled under his leadership. The people of Lincoln County need to vote to retain Jonathan Cable as their DA. He has the experience and strength of character necessary to hold this critically important office. ............................................................................................................................................................ Chris Miller, Founder and Senior Instructor Logical Response Training, Waldport, Oregon Retired Deputy Sheriff, Lincoln County Sheriff ’s Office: I am proud to endorse Jonathan Cable for Lincoln County District Attorney. As a patrol Deputy for the Lincoln County Sheriff ’s Office, I worked closely with Jonathan when he was a Deputy District Attorney. When he was a private practice attorney, I referred all of my firearms training clients and friends to him with confidence. He is a hard worker and builds relationships with our community members. Jonathan is respected by my fellow law enforcement professionals because of his experience, expertise and dedication to our community. Jonathan has been such a benefit to our community for many years through his hard work and commitment. He has always been a role model for law and order and a mentor for attorneys on both sides of the courtroom. He is fair, honest, and he cares about the people of Lincoln County. I have no doubt he will be an invaluable asset as our District Attorney.
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