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North Lincoln County residents are quickly learning about the tax consequences of losing a home to a natural disaster.

Lincoln County assessors have been surveying the damage done by the Echo Mountain Complex fire and have been reaching out to owners of affected properties about how they can have their tax assessment adjusted. However, issues involving higher tax rates on a rebuild and a school Construction Excise Tax have raised several questions for property owners.

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners discussed some of these issues Oct. 26 during their regular scheduled meeting.

Department of Planning & Development Director Onno Husing and Lincoln County Council Wayne Belmont have been working on a potential fee waivers for building and septic permits for those looking to rebuild.

Both Husing and Belmont recommended the Commissioners sign off on a similar waiver that just passed in Marion County, which waives those fees for primary or original residents.

“Some people are already planning to sell their damaged property and move,”

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Over 100 volunteers have signed up to assist in debris removal in the Otis area from October 24-31.

Community rallies to clean up Otis fire damage

matters into their own hands.

From Oct. 24-31, residents of Otis are cleaning up their neighborhoods on Pony Trail Loop and Yodel Lane.

“It is what it’s all about,” Otis resident Corey Rivera said of the effort his neighbors and others are giving.

Rivera, a construction manager and Assistant Pastor at Calvary Chapel Lincoln City, lost his home last month, leaving he, his wife and their eight kids displaced. But with his experience in construction and the continual duty

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Over the course of a few days, hundreds of homes burned down in North Lincoln County due to the Echo Mountain Complex fire. But as the dust has settled, residents are ready to get back home, and they’re taking

to help others, Rivera decided to roll up his sleeves and organize a clean up crew to remove debris.

“When we originally started, it was about 12 or 13 homes, and we figured we could finish in a week,” Rivera said.

“Now we’re up to 36 (homes), so our biggest goal is just to help people separate their debris. We have guys with torches cutting steel… we’re separating metal, getting concrete out. Hopefully

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County first graders resume in person classes, more to follow MAX KIRKENDALL newsguardeditor@countrymedia. net

After welcoming kindergarten and some high school Career Technical Education (CTE) students back to the classroom earlier this month, Lincoln County School District (LCSD) decided to take the next step and begin in person instruction for first graders on Monday.

LCSD Superintendent Dr. Karen Gray announced last week that beginning Monday, October 26, first grade students will be back in all schools and all areas using the same hybrid style as kindergarten.

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The Lincoln County School District plans to bring back second and third grade students to in person instruction starting Nov. 9.

“There are various models,” Dr. Gray said in a letter to the community. “Sometimes the various educational models

overlap and are more fluid than we would like but they are a product of the regulations we have to abide by as school dis-

tricts by the State of Oregon.”

Currently, LCSD has four models of education in the district. For online education, LCSD has Edmentum K-12 (a fully online program) and Comprehensive Distance Learning (CDL) (all online for grades 1-12). Kindergarten is in person under the K-3 Exception Model, which is done in a hybrid style (two days in-person and three days online). LCSD also has limited in-person instruction (two hours a day maximum) for CTE students.

Athletics are back under the Oregon School Activities Association (OSAA) Season 1

rules, which includes mainly strength and agility training in small groups. In addition, Dr. Gray announced that athletics in Season 1 will move into Stage 2, which allows use of gyms and weight rooms. LCSD has also begun offering free golfing opportunities for students in grades 7-12.

LCSD playgrounds are open now after school and on weekends but not during school hours when kids are in school. Dr. Gray said they are also able to bring back on-campus students displaced by the

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Council looks to mitigate illegal fireworks in Lincoln City MAX KIRKENDALL newsguardeditor@countrymedia.net

Illegal fireworks have been a persistent issue for Lincoln City, and the City is looking at potential ways to mitigate the use that has oftentimes extended well past the Fourth of July holiday.

City staff has tossed around a few ideas that go beyond handing out fliers or launching a

social media campaign (strategies they’ve used in the past). At the Oct. 26 City Council meeting, Council discussed the potential of adding security type personnel at beach access points to prevent the use of illegal fireworks on Fourth of July. This personnel would be theoretically authorized to issue citations, as the City shifts their focus to enforcement.

Several Council-

ors felt that the main focus should be on the Roads End area, which many feel sees the most illegal firework use.

Councilor Diana Hinton said she doesn’t even want to leave her home in Roads End during the holiday for fear of fireworks burning it down.

“Having fliers up denting even make a dent on the use of fireworks at Roads End,” Hinton said. “We’ve had fireworks even up

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until last month. It’s an ongoing issue that’s not just the Fourth of July.”

Hinton proposed issuing a fireworks ban in Roads End. Councilor Rick Mark suggested creating stronger signage discouraging firework use. Although Councilor Riley Hoagland agreed a stronger message needed to be sent, he is fully in favor of adding security type personnel.

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prohibiting fireworks it in public right of ways and other City spaces for potential City ordinances.

City Manager Ron Chandler said expanding enforcement will be a man power issue, stating that the City will need to hire more people to make these plans effective. City staff will continue discussions for potential changes before next Fourth of July.

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stronger,” Hoagland said. “It’s reached a critical mess. We can still hear fireworks. It’s something that you have to have strong action for.”

Council held brief discussions regarding potentially banning fireworks. City Attorney Richard Appicello reminded the Council that fireworks are currently prohibited in public parks. Appicello suggested looking at

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Otis man arrested after threatening law enforcement THE NEWS GUARD

On October 15, the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office was made aware of a subject making threats against public employees and buildings.

Sources indicated Otis resident Daniel Scott Kessler, 44, was in possession of firearms and was preparing to harm specific law enforcement officers and the Lincoln County Courthouse. A prior court order prohibited Kessler from lawfully possessing firearms.

Daniel Scott Kessler Detectives from the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office conducted an investigation with

assistance from the Lincoln City Police Department; Federal Bureau of Investigation; Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives; and Oregon State Police. It became apparent over the course of the investigation that Kessler’s threats were credible, and he had the means to follow through with his plans.

Investigators applied for a search warrant for Kessler’s Otis residence, which was executed on October 20.

Kessler was in possession of

several firearms when he was taken into custody during the execution of the search warrant. Despite the allegations of threats to law enforcement, no use of force was required to take Kessler into custody.

Kessler is charged with two counts of Furnishing a Firearm Used in a Felony, four counts of Unlawful Use of a Weapon and three counts of Unlawful Possession of Firearms. Kessler also had an outstanding warrant for his arrest for unrelated crimes. Kessler was arraigned

on the charges in court on October 20.

After a brief hearing, Judge Branford denied bail and Kessler is currently being held in the Lincoln County Jail without the possibility of release.

The incident remains under investigation by the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office and its partner agencies. Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Abigail Dorsey with the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office at (541) 265-0777.

Governor’s Healthy Schools Reopening Council reviews options for returning students to classroom MAX KIRKENDALL newsguardeditor@countrymedia.net The Governor’s Healthy Schools Reopening Council met Oct. 21 to review the steps Oregon will need to take to return more students to in-person instruction in schools.

While new nationwide data on schools reopening for in-person instruction has become available since Oregon’s metrics were first released at the end of July, the increasing community spread of COVID-19 in counties across Oregon presents a major obstacle to returning more students to the classroom.

“Returning to in-person instruction safely is key to ensuring Oregon’s students are receiving a high-quality education that prepares them for lifelong success,” said Governor Kate Brown.

“But our schools and our educators do so much more than teach and inspire students.

According to the “Our schools provide warm and nutritious meals to students who are hungry. They are health centers. They provide for students’ mental health and well-being.

And, at the center of it all, are the teachers, nurses, counselors, librarians, and support professionals who, every day, build the personal, individual connections with students that are so crucial to their lifelong success.”

As of this week, only two counties currently meet Oregon’s metrics for in-person instruction for all grades. However, Oregon as a whole is exceeding the statewide five percent positivity rate maximum allowed for schools to move forward with reopening.

Seven counties currently meet the metrics for some in-person instruction for K-3 students. Before case counts increased, as many as 20 counties were eligible to resume in-person instruction for K-3 students.

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Oregon Department of Education, approximately 45,000 students currently receive at least some in-person instruction in Oregon schools.

Updating Oregon’s metrics without addressing the rising COVID-19 case rates in counties across the state, though, would leave most students in Oregon in comprehensive distance learning.

In order to return more students to classrooms across Oregon, the Healthy Schools Reopening Council identified three main areas of work: - Review of the metrics to return to in-person instruction to reflect the latest data and best practices learned from other states.

- Ensure that school districts are prepared to effectively implement the Ready Schools, Safe Learners health and safety protocols for in-person instruction, so that students, educators, and staff are returning to safe learning environments.

- Drive down community transmission of COVID-19, so that schools can reopen and stay open, to provide stability

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The Healthy Schools Reopening Council reevaluated the metrics for getting students back in the classroom during a meeting last week. and certainty f or students, parents, and educators.

“In order to get our kids back into the classroom, we need concerted, community-wide efforts to drive down COVID-19 case rates – by wearing face coverings, watching our physical distance, washing our hands, and forgoing large social gatherings,” said Gov. Brown. “It’s on all

of us to work together to stop the spread of COVID-19 in our com munities, so we can open schools and keep them open safely.”

The Healthy Schools Reopening Council also identified equity in comprehensive distance learning as a major concern, particularly for historically-underserved Oregon students who already faced systemic disparities in education.

The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated those existing disparities, with a disproportionate impact on Oregon’s Black, Indigenous, Latino/Latina/Latinx, and Tribal communities, and communities of color.

“Distance learning is exponentially more difficult for parents who can’t stay home, because they work in essential sectors like the service industry, construction, manufacturing, and agriculture,” added Gov. Brown. “Not

every home in every county has reliable access to broadband or learning devices for all children.

And, unfortunately, too many students do not have a stable place to call home. These are the kids who need in-person instruction the most. The kids for whom a smile in the classroom or a helping hand in the lunchroom means everything.”

The Healthy Schools Reopening Council is charged with advising the Governor and the Oregon Department of Education as school districts develop and implement their plans for a safe return to school for Oregon’s students under the Ready Schools, Safe Learners K-12 schools reopening process.

In order to ensure all community voices are represented, the council includes state and local officials, public health experts, public members from a diverse range of backgrounds, and members from the

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Chinook Winds opens Skybridge before winter weather MAX KIRKENDALL newsguardeditor@countrymedia. net

Chinook Winds Casino Resort (CWCR), owned and operated by the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians of Oregon, recently opened the newly constructed Skybridge connecting the parking structure to the Casino.

“We are thrilled to open the Skybridge as an exciting new addition for our guest safety and keeping them dry during inclement weather conditions,” said Mike Fisher, General Manager of Chinook Winds Casino Resort.

Although the structure was fully completed in July, CWCR staff said the plan for safety was an important factor when deciding when to open this new pathway to the

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The newly opened Skybridge connects the parking structure to the casino in an enclosed, temperature controlled environment. public. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Chinook Winds put the opening of the new enclosed walkway on hold in order to formulate a safe plan for opening. All guests using the Skybridge must be 21 and over and are required to have

temperature checks and wear face coverings.

The Skybridge project was awarded to Swinerton, a commercial company founded in 1888 out of Los Angeles, Calif.

Many Swinerton-built structures now claim a spot on the

National Register of Historical Places and other architectural preservation sites.

Although CWCR awarded the project to a large commercial company, they still were able to partner with local companies that helped make

the Skybridge possible.

“We are proud to have utilized many local contractors as possible, including Ambiance Construction, Drayton and Sigman Construction to name a few,” said Sean Sheridan, Director of Facilities.

The covered entrance goes directly to the gaming floor and will be for 21 and over guests.

Those under 21 are directed to enter through the front entrance of the casino.

About Chinook Winds Chinook Winds Casino Resort is located on the beach in Lincoln City, Oregon and is owned and operated by the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians. For more information please visit www.chinookwindscasino.com, call 1-888-CHINOOK (244-6665) or 541-9965825.

Lincoln County Public Health welcomes new deputy director THE NEWS GUARD

Lincoln County Public Health has a new deputy director with a unique background that is sure to bring another perspective to the county health scene.

Florence Pourtal spent eight years delivering public health programs in farflung locales around the globe and five plus years as a public health director in Oregon before starting her position in Lincoln County on September 28, 2020.

Between 2002 and 2010, Pourtal worked in South Sudan, Tanzania, Vietnam, Morocco, and elsewhere to get healthcare, nutrition, and social service programs to people in need. Before that, she had earned her bachelor’s degree in public law and her master’s degree in international humanitarian assistance from universities in France,

Florence Pourtal where she was born. From the ages of four to 13, she lived in Gabon and Morocco before returning to France for high school and college.

“I think I realized early on that I had a privileged life and I really wanted to give back to communities that were not as privileged as I was. I think because I had been exposed to other

cultures in my childhood, I was very curious and wanted to explore the world. After about 10 years on the ground in developing countries, I wanted to get the theory behind my experience, so I decided to go back to school,” she added.

Pourtal earned her master’s degree in public health from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine around the same time she relocated to the United States.

After working for two years in Portland at a non-profit agency, she was named the Public Health Administrator of Coos County in July of 2014, where she worked until earlier this year.

Today, as deputy director in Lincoln County, Pourtal oversees many of the public health programs, including health promotion, environmental health, and

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pressed by Lincoln County. Just the fact that we have a harm reduction program is really amazing.

That shows a commitment to care for people who are struggling with the disease of addiction,” she noted.

Among other things, the county’s harm reduction program provides HIV testing, Hepatitis C testing, needle exchange, and medications to reverse opioid overdose.

Pourtal also praised the people working in her new department. “It’s a very dedicated team of caring people who are working hard to keep Lincoln County safe,” she noted.

With regard to COVID-19, she pointed out that “people had to jump into roles they have never played before and they really seemed to rise up to the challenge of insuring the community is as protected as possible.”

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“Florence jumped right in and started attending meetings, offering suggestions, and supporting staff. I look forward to our community partners getting to know Florence and working alongside her to help keep our community safe and healthy,” Austen said.

While both are coastal communities, the deputy director said there are some considerable differences between Coos and Lincoln counties.

Lincoln, she explained, has more diversity within the population. Coos has one of the highest rates of homelessness in the state per capita, according to the recent point-in-time count.

In addition to community differences, Pourtal also noted some differences in public health programming.

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communicable disease, the program that entails the county response to COVID-19. Thanks to her work responding to the early months of the virus in Coos County, she is well aware of public health expectations and requirements in Oregon.

Her focus now is to get the local perspective.

“I’m very much observing and listening to what people have been doing,” Pourtal explained. “I’m very interested in the work that was done and continues to be done by everyone in public health and outside of public health to prevent the spread of this disease and to promote healthy practices.”

With the on-going pressure of leading the area’s COVID response, Lincoln County Public Health Director Rebecca Austen said she is thankful for this “passionate and seasoned public health

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Support for Dick Anderson Like many of my friends, I have long been concerned about the Republicans’ repeated abandonment of their responsibilities by fleeing the capitol to hide from votes they are afraid of losing. My argument to

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Under Measure 110, kids could hide hard drug use As a father who lost a son to fentanyl overdose, I strongly oppose Measure 110.

The measure would decriminalize the possession of lethal doses of addictive drugs for children and adults in Oregon—in the midst of our addiction crisis.

If Measure 110 passes, a 15-year-old could get caught with just under 1 gram of heroin, 2 grams of meth, 2 grams of cocaine, 12 grams of psilocybin, 40 user units of oxycodone (which is often cut with unknown amounts of fentanyl), 40 user units of methadone, 40 user units of LSD, or 5 user units of MDMA in their pocket—and the only consequences would either be paying a $100 fine or getting a health assessment.

They could hide either from their parents.

Having a child walk away without their parents knowing they’re in trouble—and I don’t mean with the law, I mean with their life—terrifies me.

Marijuana is one thing. But the drugs Measure 110 would decriminalize can be a death sentence. To make those drugs okay to possess, especially for a kid, will make them seem okay to try. And with addictive drugs,

experimentation can easily lead to addiction. And as too many Oregon parents know, addiction can lead to unspeakably tragic loss.

Measure 110 also takes away a key pathway to addiction treatment and recovery: court intervention.

Right now, if a kid—or an adult—gets caught with drugs in Oregon, they are offered statefunded treatment. This is crucial because most people struggling with addiction can’t stop using drugs on their own. If they could, they wouldn’t be addicted. In fact, recent studies show that more than 80% of opioid and meth users refused treatment when it was offered. But many people in long-term recovery credit the external motivation of court diversion programs with “saving my life” or “rescuing me from myself.” These are high quality treatment services that families of many teens and vulnerable adults otherwise could never afford.

Measure 110 would take the crucial intervention of court diversion programs away from children, teens and young people—without creating any new proven pathways to treatment.

It gets worse. Over the next three years Measure 110 would take away an estimated $56 million from addiction treatment and prevention services. It will also take away $90 million from schools.

Closing pathways to treatment and taking away funding during an addiction epidemic will lead to a spike in overdoses and alcohol-related deaths. Already, every day 1-3 Oregonians die from a drug overdose while 5 die from alcohol-related causes.

And in the pandemic, we’re seeing substance use soar.

And despite false promises, Measure 110 would not guarantee the creation of a single new treatment bed.

All the measure requires is the creation of 16 centers that provide screenings and referrals, not treatment. Oregon doesn’t have a shortage of health assessment and referral centers. We have a shortage of residential treatment beds.

Screenings are not treatment.

Referrals are not access to treatment.

If Measure 110 were truly about more treatment, it would have set clear targets for more real treatment, like more sober-

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Janie Maxine McCallum Oct. 15, 1926 Oct. 22, 2020 LINCOLN CITY CHURCH OF CHRIST

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Janie Maxine McCallum, 94, of Otis, passed away on October 22, 2020, at Avamere Rehabilitation in Newport, Oregon from age related natural causes.

Janie was born in Nehalem, Oregon on October 15, 1926, to Clarence H. Graves, Sr. and Clara M. Graves. She had four sisters and one brother.

She married Charles W. Hughes and together they had three children, Linda, Kenneth and Kristy.

Charles died in 1958. On October 8, 1960, Janie married Hobart “Hobie” McCallum. This year was their 60th anniversary.

They had one child, Wendy.

Janie was employed as a waitress at Lil Sambo’s restaurant in Oceanlake, now Lincoln City, for 24+

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ing centers and detox facilities, more residential treatment beds, more outpatient care, and more certified drug and alcohol counselors for parents, youth, and adults. Measure 110 does none of this, and its unnecessary referral centers will just add people to treatment waitlists that are already weeks, if not months, long.

Measure 110 is opposed by 27 out of 36 District Attorneys in the state because DAs believe that our criminal justice system enforcement plays an important role in getting people the help they need.

Measure 110 is also opposed by the Oregon Council for Behavioral Health, the statewide substance use and mental health treatment provider association, because treatment providers know it does not address fundamental problems in Oregon’s addiction treatment and recovery system.

Join us in voting no on Measure 110. Oregon deserves better.

Our loved ones struggling with addiction deserve better.

- Jerome Grant is a Depoe Bay City Council member and local restaurant owner. Visit VoteNoOn110. com for more information.

Submission deadline for Obituaries is 12 p.m. on the Friday before publication. years. She then worked at Rexall Drug Store and Folkestad’s Pharmacy, before finally retiring.

While working full time, Janie found time to drive her kids to Boy Scout, Girl Scout and Blue Bird meetings, as well as numerous school functions and sporting events. She once commented that she was always happy when each of the kids would get their driver’s license so she could retire as the family taxi. Through the years, Janie enjoyed her children’s friends that came and went (and there were many). She had a bass amp in the living room and quite often had a band practicing in the basement. She always had coffee on and tried to feed everyone who stopped by. They all

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kicked another hornets’ nest when leading the effort to annex Roads End. He’s repeatedly taken hits from members of his own party for doing what was right for our community.

His leadership has benefited the community on myriad fronts. If his years on the council and as mayor hasn’t won our support in Salem, I

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knew they were always welcome. And they were.

Janie was a loyal Trailblazer fan, she enjoyed fishing in the drift boat with Hobie, camping and hunting with family and friends in North Eastern Oregon, sitting by a campfire, and chocolate ice cream (or pretty much anything chocolate). She also loved the color red.

Janie is survived by her husband Hobart E. “Hobie” McCallum, four children, Linda Hughes Rouske of Lincoln City, Kenny (Sherri) Hughes of Aberdeen, WA., Kristy (Bud) Daley of Independence, Wendy (Todd) Whitlow of Dallas, 6 grandchildren, Zoe, Travis, Rhianna, Benjamin, Rebecca and Tyler, and 13 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents Clarence and Clara Graves, stepfather Patrick O’Brien, first husband Charles Hughes, four sisters Leah Sullivan, Audrey Norberg, Lois Barnett,

Betty Archibald and her brother Clarence Graves, Jr. The family would like to thank Samaritan Evergreen Hospice and Avamere Rehabilitation of Newport for providing comfortable care during Janie’s last days. We would also like to give a special shout out to Dr. LaFaunce for being such a wonderful and caring doctor, and of course, thank you to the caregivers who assisted Janie with home care services.

No service is planned at this time. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Samaritan Evergreen Hospice, 749 SW 11th Street, Newport, Oregon 97365 or the Brian Grant Foundation, 650 NE Holladay St., Suite 1600, Portland, OR 97232.

Bollman Funeral Home in Dallas, Oregon is caring for the family. To leave an online condolence or share a memory with the family go to www.dallastribute.com.

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tember 18, 2020. A service will be held, Monday, November 2 at 11 a.m. at the Church of the Nazarene in Lincoln City.

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VOICES OF THE COMMUNITY Support for Melissa Cribbins Driving down the I-5 corridor, you’ll pass some of the best high schools in Oregon. Driving down highway 101 is a different story. Being a local high school student, I’ve witnessed Oregon’s textbook case of educational inequality firsthand.

I still remember my freshman year spent at South Eugene High School, one of the highest ranked schools in the state. I remember walking past shelves lined with the newest edition of textbooks, their shiny spines reading “15th edition.”At the beginning of each trimester I flipped through a course catalog thick with page after page of advanced classes and unique electives.

Then I moved to the coast. Now instead of shelves filled with brand new textbooks, I read from textbooks held together with dull grey duct tape or in many cases, no textbooks at all. Instead of having hundreds of courses to choose from, I take just two classes since four of my intended classes were cut. Even before schedule cuts, I had access to far less advanced classes and opportunities to succeed than students at other schools in Oregon do.

This is my reality of education on the Oregon Coast. Plagued by a lack of resources, teachers, and funding, I simply do not have the same educational quality that larger cities like Portland and Eugene do.

Many continue to brush this off as a small problem compared to the larger, especially economic, issues affecting coastal communities. However, in order to address larger problems like the coastal economy, one must address the root problem of education especially when just 48% of

students from my coastal high school continue to higher education compared to 82% at South Eugene High School.

Still though, big city politicians and the Portland elite prevent necessary changes to education on the coast instead choosing to consolidate more resources in what are already some of the best school districts in the state.

Melissa Cribbins is the independent thinker dedicated to improving rural education that the Oregon Coast needs.

Melissa has long recognized not only the need to fund public high schools on the coast like my own, but also expand career technical education and fund local community colleges so high school students continue to higher education eventually becoming integral parts of improving our coastal economy. A vote for Melissa Cribbins is a vote to improve educational equality and ensure the coast prepares young individuals to become a part of our coastal communities.

Ethan Sorensen, Lincoln City

Vote for Amanda Benjamin I am voting for Amanda Benjamin for Lincoln County Circuit Court Judge and I urge you to join me in voting for her.

I have known pro tem Judge Benjamin since she was a deputy district attorney here in Lincoln County.

I’ve worked very closely with pro tem Judge Benjamin and saw, firsthand, her vast knowledge of the law. I also saw her ability to apply the law fairly while maintaining an extremely high level of integrity and professionalism.

As the current pro tem Judge she hit the ground running. Her brilliance in

case law became evident immediately as she was able to step into the very big shoes of retired Judge Sanders and immediately make an impact. If my endorsement isn’t enough, please take into consideration that the other two Circuit Court judges in Lincoln County publicly endorse her as well.

Your vote is the most important thing in 2020, please join me in voting Amanda Benjamin Lincoln County Circuit Court Judge.

I have known the other candidate for longer than pro tem Judge Benjamin, and she is a nice person.

However, this is not a personality contest. it’s about who’s best for the job.

Please join me in voting for Amanda Benjamin.

Mike Leake, Newport

Support Retaining Marcia Buckley I have continuously practiced law in Lincoln County for over 50 years engaging in the general practice of law.

I have known Marcia Buckley for nearly all of the 27 years she has been practicing law in Lincoln County and have tried cases against her, with her and have trusted her to represent members of my family. I can say with some authority that she is an excellent trial lawyer with many trials under her belt both civil and criminal.

Her civil practice emphasized family law, but also included a wide variety of other civil issues.

Marcia has a wealth of experience in the law as well as over 27 years of life experience finding solutions for people who are involved in the most traumatic life experience they have ever faced.

She brings that wealth of knowledge and experience

to the Bench as a Judge.

While carrying on her very busy and varied law practice she also served her community as a board member of the Lincoln County Foundation; a member of her local Rotary Club recently serving as its president; as a coach of the Newport High School Mock Trial Team; and as as member of the Ollala Center Board of Directors.

In addition to all of that she found time to serve her profession by serving as president of the Lincoln County Bar Association and coauthoring a portion of the 2019 update to the Oregon State Bar’s Continuing Legal Education Book on Mediation having to do with mediator ethics and approaches ;and serving as a member of the Oregon State Bar Disciplinary Board.

In addition to practicing law, serving her community and profession Marcia also is a hands on wife and mother, maintaining a household and parenting her daughter, Sharon Mary, with her husband Michael.

Doing all that that takes some exceptional organizational skill and ability! I will vote to retain Marcia Buckley as our Circuit Court Judge. I hope you will Join me.

Paul Osterlund, Toledo

Letter to Rep. Gomberg Mr. Gomberg, My questions for you are very important. Were you involved in the following legislation: 1. Increase in the gasoline tax to 24 cents per gallon?

2. The Privilege Tax of .05 percent tax on new vehicles or vehicles with less then 7,000 miles?

This includes but is not limited to:

Vehicles other than all-terrain vehicles (ORS 744.850), Campers (ORS 801.180), Commercial buses (ORS 801.200), Commercial motor vehicles (ORS 801.208), Commercial vehicles (ORS 801.210), Electric-assisted bicycles (ORS 801.258), if sold between January 1, 2018 and June 1, 2018. After June 1, 2018, sales will be subject to the bicycle excise tax.

Beginning June 2, 2018, sales are subject to the bicycle excise tax.

Fixed-load vehicles (ORS 801.285), Mopeds (ORS 801.345), Motor homes (ORS 801.350), Motor trucks (ORS 801.355), Tank vehicles (ORS 801.522), Trailers required to be registered in Oregon (ORS 801.560 and 803.305), Truck tractors (ORS 801.575), Worker transport buses 3. Gross Receipts tax (A hidden Sales tax)?

How did you vote for these bills? If you voted yes, you are costing all Oregon taxpayers significant amounts of money, and as such do not deserve to be reelected to the State Legislature.

Bill Hermann, Gleneden Beach

Melissa Deserves Your Vote Melissa Cribbins is running against Mayor Dick Andersen for the Oregon Senate seat vacated by retiring Senator Arnie Roblin.

She DID NOT abuse her County Commissioner’s expense account, as her opponent claims.

Agreeing to be the one Coos County Commissioner who would travel on behalf of the County, Melissa traveled throughout the state and beyond promoting her county and learning from other commissioners. As a result, she brought back new ideas and money to increase economic development on the coast. For example, she brought over $500,000 to Coos Bay to create mountain biking trails for the community, which has increased tourism revenue on the coast.

Melissa used her travel to learn from others and get new and fresh ideas for her community. Contrary to public allegations from Dick Andersen, your tax dollars DID NOT pay for all those charges on her credit card. Many trips were sponsored (and then reimbursed) by other organizations that wanted all the commissioners to become better informed about how to function more efficiently and find new ideas to increase revenue for the county. Isn’t that what you the voter wants in a state senator?

If you haven’t already voted, cast your state senate vote for Melissa Cribbins. She knows that honesty is a major part of her job, and as senator, she will always provide you with the whole truth.

David DeSau, Neskowin

Support for Joe Hitselberger Having recently watched some Lincoln County Court proceedings, it is definitely time for a change!

Joe Hitselberger would be an excellent new Lincoln County commissioner: A fire fighter, business owner, husband and father with no aspirations of making this position a career (as it should not be).

Joe will help get the commission back on track with sound business principles and common sense.

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Clean Up From page A1 we can get all of that stuff bagged up by the end of the week.�

Rivera said they have 36 homeowners out working all day cleaning up their property, but they aren’t alone. The first day, about 80 additional volunteers showed up and 120-130 have signed up as official volunteers for the clean up.

Volunteers from North Lincoln County, church groups, fire relief groups and others have showed up this week to lend a hand. “We’re just helping people cut down their trees, we have a couple of burn permits, so we’re burning the green waste that nobody wants to keep,� Rivera said. “All the neighbors just came to help the neighbors. “We’ve got donations from all the donation centers around town. They’ve donated tons of tools, food and water, so that’s been great.�

But Rivera said there’s still much to do and much the community can still assist with.

Needs include chainsaw operators, trucks and dump trailers, garden hoses, mix oil, asbestos

bags, and most importantly volunteers. “From what we’ve done here so far, with nothing but volunteer effort and donations, hopefully the county will look at it differently and maybe offer options for residents who want to do the work themselves,� Rivera said. “People are homeless right now, if we can come out here and just clear off their lot, hook up their electrical, then they can at least come park a travel trailer out there.�

After tragedy, considering others is often not your natural instinct. But for Rivera, his family and countless others, that’s exactly what they’ve done. “My wife and I feel like we’re just put on this earth to serve.

Sure, we have our own needs, we have eight kids‌ but we want to teach them that life goes a lot better when everyone works together,â€? Rivera said. “When I see people come together, it proves everyone knows what’s right.

No matter how reclusive people were here in Otis or outgoing, all the sudden everyone is on the same page.�

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Housing said of why the fee waiver should only be applicable to primary, original owners.

Husing also noted that the wavier may cost the the County in terms of generating revenue, but Commission Chair Kaety Jacobson feels confident they can absorb a potential loss. Commissioner Claire Hall said she felt it was instinctively the right thing to do to waive these fees and is pleased to see

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progress being made. “Every dollar helps,�

Hall said. “I hope it will send a powerful message to the citizens that we do care and we want to do everything within our power to help rebuild and rebuild as quickly as possible.�

Husing recommended making the waiver retroactive to Sept. 8 for the next five years. County staff plans to write up a proposal for the Commis-

sioners to agree on and Jacobson hopes to refund those who have already began the process.

Commissioners will also be looking at potentially added a case-by-case basis provision for the waiver that may extend to renters who intend to buy the property to rebuild.

Rep. David Gomberg has been in contact with the Commissioners and is looking into what he can do at the state level

regarding the tax roadblocks. “I’m working now on proposed legislation to correct these issues for a possible special session in November or in the 2021 session,� Gomberg said this week. “I want changes to help us rebuild and recover as soon as possible. And I want to be ready should a larger and more consequential natural disaster arrive on the coast.�

Among those issues Gomberg will be working on is the Construction Excise Tax, a one-time surcharge on new construction that goes directly to the local school district. Hall said they took a long look at this state law last week and felt that it read as an optional tax for the school district to collect.

However, after further discussion, they determined that if the school

district had already been collecting the tax, they cannot create specific waivers. “It’s out of our hands at this point,� Hall said. “We are legally obligated to continue collecting the fee.�

Hall said hopefully a resolution is in the works at the state level as their goal is to continue facilitating rebuilding and not putting up roadblocks.

From page A1 fires in a CDL model. This is for students whose homes were severely damaged or destroyed.

Beginning Monday, November 9, LCSD plans to add back second and third grade students for in-person instruction, completing our K-3 Exception model.

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“In order for the school district to open to an All Hybrid Model K-12 (still, only two days a week full-day in-person to lower the cohort size numbers by 50 percent with three days per week online) the county has to have very low case numbers of COVID (ten or less per 100,000) and the positivity rate of testing has to remain under fiver percent both

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FEMA rental assistance a valuable housing solution for Oregon wildfire survivors THE NEWS GUARD

Oregon residents displaced from their homes by wildfires and straight-line winds beginning Sept. 7 may find FEMA rental assistance an important way to move their recovery forward.

FEMA rental assistance provides survivors a grant to pay for somewhere to live while they work on permanent housing plans such as repairing or rebuilding their home. Options include renting an apartment, house, or recreational vehicle that can keep survivors near their jobs, schools, homes, and places of worship.

Funds can be used for security deposits, rent and the cost of essential utilities such as electricity, gas and water. They may not be used for to pay for cable or Internet.

Survivors who live in Clackamas, Douglas, Jackson,

Klamath, Lane, Lincoln, Linn or Marion county, should follow these steps if their home is uninhabitable and they need financial help to find a place to stay: File an insurance claim. If insured, survivors should check with their homeowner’s or renter’s insurance agent about additional living expenses coverage, often referred to as ALE, as part of their policy that may assist in relocating to a temporary residence.

Apply for FEMA assistance.

Survivors who have homeowner’s insurance should submit their settlement documents to FEMA for review to determine their eligibility status. If their policy does not include ALE, or if they exhaust this coverage and their home remains uninhabitable, they may be eligible for rental assistance from FEMA.

Apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov, by downloading the FEMA app or by calling the disaster assistance helpline at 800-621-3362 or TTY 800-4627585 from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

PDT, seven days a week. Those who use a Relay service such as a videophone, InnoCaption or CapTel should update FEMA with their assigned number for that service.

For the deaf and hard of hearing information regarding FEMA’s Individuals and Households Program is available in both Closed Caption and American Sign Language, visit bit.ly/3dMmu2Z At any time applicants with disabilities who may require a reasonable accommodation can ask FEMA staff directly or submit their accommodation request via email to FEMA’s Office of Civil Rights at FEMACivilRightsOffice@fema.dhs.

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FEMA is encouraging Lincoln County residents to apply for rental assistance to live temporarily. gov or by calling FEMA’s Civil Rights Resource Line at 833285-7448.

A FEMA inspector will contact applicants by phone to ask questions about the type and

extent of damage. It may be necessary for FEMA to perform a remote inspection if an applicant reported they are not able to safely live in their home.

SNAP benefits expanded, includes hot or prepared foods THE NEWS GUARD

A waiver approved by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) allows Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Disaster SNAP recipients in 23 counties to purchase hot or prepared foods from authorized SNAP retailers until Nov. 20.

Approved counties include Benton, Clackamas, Columbia, Coos, Curry, Deschutes, Douglas, Hood River, Jackson, Josephine, Jefferson, Klamath, Lake, Lane, Lin-

coln, Linn, Marion, Multnomah, Polk, Tillamook, Wasco, Washington, and Yamhill.

Normally, SNAP benefits cannot be used to purchase “hot food products prepared for immediate consumption.” This restriction is being waived following the severe winds and wildfires that led to the displacement of many residents and left them without access to a kitchen to prepare meals.

Examples of allowable prepared foods include hot deli foods, fountain drinks, including but not

limited to coffee and tea, a slice of hot/prepared pizza, hot soup, salad bars, and sandwiches.

This waiver will last through Nov. 20 and allows SNAP and DSNAP recipients to use their benefits to buy prepared food at any participating retailer that accepts SNAP EBT cards. Restaurant purchases are still prohibited.

For more information about the hot food waiver, visit https://www. oregon.gov/dhs/ASSISTANCE/FOOD-BENEFITS.

Emergency Allotment Update Oregon also received approval from FNS to provide maximum emergency allotment benefits for SNAP recipients in November. The emergency allotments, see schedule below, will bring families not receiving the maximum SNAP allotment for their household size to the maximum for the seventh consecutive month.

Issuance date (SNAP recipients will see the benefit the following day) Nov. 10: Current SNAP households not receiv-

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To determine the maximum allotment for your household and view the FAQ, visit https://www.oregon.gov/dhs/assistance/ food-benefits.

Administered by ODHS, SNAP is a federal program that provides

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For local resources in your area, such as food or shelter, please call 2-1-1 or reach out to the state’s Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) at 1-855-OREADRC or 1-855-673-2372.

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LC Rotary Club gives back to wildfire victims MAX KIRKENDALL newsguardeditor@countrymedia.net

Up and down the Oregon Coast, Lincoln City’s neighboring towns have been coming to the aide of North Lincoln County following the Echo Mountain Complex fire, including community clubs such as Rotary.

Last week, the Lincoln City Rotary Club accepted a check in the amount of $3,655 from the Seaside Rotary Foundation to help fire victims. Seaside Rotary members donated these funds to assist the Lincoln City Rotary Club meet their $12,500 match of a Re-Tooling Grant in the amount of $12,500 from Rotary International and Rotary District 5110.

“These grant and matching funds in a total of $25,000 will be available to put victims of the fire who have lost workshops/structures or homes,

back to work,” Estle Harlan, Rotary Executive Secretary said. “In other words, Rotary is helping RE-TOOL individuals who may have lost their livelihoods or ability as contractors to continue to work due to the loss of tools or equipment needed for their trade.”

Occupations such as house cleaning, landscaping, home construction, auto mechanics, finish carpenters and similar trades may apply. The deadline for filing an application is October 30, 2020. The maximum grant amount per applicant is $1,000.

To be considered for this grant, applicants should email their completed application to lincolncityrotary@gmail.com before the October 30 deadline. Or, applications may be picked up and dropped off before the October 30 deadline at the Lincoln

City Chamber of Commerce at 4039 NE Logan Rd, Lincoln City; Lincoln City Community Center at, 2150 NE Oar Pl., Lincoln City; MARC (Multi-Agency Resource Center) at the Lincoln City Outlets.

Lincoln City Rotary Club has partnered with Mills Ace Hardware (North) for a RE-TOOL event, which will take place at Ace Hardware on Monday, Nov. 9 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

At that time, tools, machinery and supplies will be disbursed to chosen applicants.

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Light Up a Life event goes virtual THE NEWS GUARD

For the past several years during the winter holidays, Samaritan Evergreen Hospice has hosted a celebration called Light Up a Life in Albany, Lincoln City and Newport.

This annual event brings people together to remember loved ones who have passed and to support hospice patients and their families.

This year, because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Light Up a Life will be a virtual event which will go live on Sunday, Nov. 22. It will be hosted at samhealth. org/LUAL2020.

Viewers will be able to customize their experience by clicking through reflections from hospice chaplains, a memorial slideshow of hospice patients and a candle-lighting video. Since the event won’t be live, viewers can visit the

site anytime from anywhere beginning Nov. 22 to enjoy this impactful event.

“We are absolutely delighted about this opportunity to present Light Up a Life online and to have it available in time for Thanksgiving week, which is a traditional time for family gatherings,” said Jody Gordon, bereavement coordinator at Evergreen Hospice House in Albany.

“We envision loved ones gathering around the computer to share in the special moment when their loved ones’ names and pictures are viewed. We hope to replicate the human touch

and emotions of love, loss and hope through this new medium.”

Although Light Up a Life focuses on Samaritan Hospice patients who have passed away during the previous year, it is also open to community members who wish to donate in someone’s memory. The deadline to include loved ones’ names in this event is Friday, Nov. 6.

For more information, contact Samaritan Evergreen Hospice at 541-8124662. To participate with a donation, call Samaritan Foundations at 844-7684256.

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Homelessness: Oregon’s E-Board tackles funding options THE NEWS GUARD

Oregon officials are looking at options to deal with the state’s homeless challenges.

One proposals is buy hotels to shelter the homeless.

The Oregon Legislative Emergency Board reviewed the funding options during a meeting Friday, Oct. 23.

The agenda included two items, for a total of $65 million dollars, to fund Project Turnkey, what supporters call an innovative partnership with the Oregon Community Foundation to support the acquisition and retrofitting of hotel and motel properties to be converted to emergency shelters for unsheltered Oregonians.

“The state estimates we need at least 10,000 shelter beds for people in desperate need of a roof over their heads as we head into winter

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The Oregon Legislative Emergency Board has funded one of two options to deal with the state’s homelessness. months,” House Speaker Tina Kotek writes in her weekly newsletter. “Project Turnkey

would have supplied more than 1,000 units for our neighbors facing homeless-

ness because of the pandemic or wildfires.”

One of the items, for $30 million, was dedicated to shelter needs for counties impacted by the recent fires.

That item passed, according to Kotek.

The other part of the proposal, for $35 million, was a broader attempt to address shelter needs around the state resulting from the pandemic.

That item did not pass, Kotek said.

“I’m beyond frustrated about this,” Kotek said. “I will never put process over people. Further delay will be incredibly costly for our most vulnerable Oregonians.

I strongly support this public-private partnership and won’t stop fighting for it. I will ask to have the Emergency Board take up this item again soon.”

Other items passed by the state emergency board include: - $10 million to support the operations of shelter services, with funding prioritized for wildfire-impacted communities.

- $7.4 million to school districts, education service districts, and public charter schools to mitigate the cost of damages related to the wildfires and/or help students and their families recover from the impacts of recent wildfires.

- $1.4 million for the procurement of a Statewide Alert System that all counties will be able to utilize soon.

- $50 million to the Oregon Department of Transportation for ash and debris removal and the authorization of the use of $295.7 million for hazard tree removal along wildfire-impacted roads.

Flu vs. COVID-19: Toledo pair arrested on child neglect and drug charges Tips on prevention and telling the difference

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On October 11, at approximately 5:30 a.m., an employee at Food Fair Market in Toledo reported a couple in the store who they believed to be under the influence of narcotics.

With specific details of the individuals and the vehicle description, a Toledo Police Department Detective located the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop.

During the traffic stop, the detective learned that the couple left their 3-year-old son at home alone for a considerable amount of time. The detective took the couple into custody, who were identified as America Bell, 21, and Kyler Fonger, 25, both from Toledo.

During the investigation, the couple admitted to the presence of narcotics in the home with the child and leaving the toddler home alone on multiple occasions. The couple gave full consent to search

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As we head into the colder months, we also head toward flu season.

Especially given the impact of COVID-19 this year, reducing the spread of respiratory illnesses, like the flu, is critical. Below are answers to common questions asked about how to tell the difference between the flu and COVID-19:

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Kyler Fonger (top) and America Bell (right) both of Toledo. and retrieve all of the illegal substances.

Toledo Police and a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) case worker responded to the home where they located the child alone, within reach of drugs and paraphernalia.

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Both parents were transported to Lincoln County Jail and lodged for Child Neglect 1, Child Neglect 2, Endangering the welfare of a minor, Criminal Conspiracy, Unlawful possession of Heroin and Unlawful possession of Oxycodone.

If you have any further information regarding this case please contact Detective Henderson at 541-3365555 and reference case number T20200568.

COVID-19 and the flu have a similar disease presentation. They both cause respiratory illness, which presents as a wide range of symptoms—from asymptomatic to a mild to severe illness.

Both viruses are transmitted by contact and droplets. As a result, the same public health measures, such as hand hygiene, social distancing, and mask wearing are important actions all can take to prevent infection.

How are COVID-19 and the flu different?

The speed of transmission is an important point of difference between the two viruses.

The flu has a shorter average incubation period (the time from infection to appearance of symptoms) and a shorter serial interval (the time between successive cases) than COVID-19 virus. The serial interval for COVID-19 virus is estimated to be

5-6 days, while for the flu, the serial interval is 3 days. This means that the flu can show symptoms faster than COVID-19.

The CDC confirms that the virus that causes COVID-19 is more contagious than the seasonal flu, with emerging research showing “airborne” transmission is possible. That’s in part why many states and health officials strongly recommend wearing twolayer, tightly fitting cloth masks in public spaces when maintaining at least six feet of distance is difficult or impossible.

Those most at risk for the flu are children, pregnant women, elderly and those with underlying medical conditions. For COVID-19, our current understanding is that older age and underlying conditions, such as obesity, diabetes or hypertension, increase the risk for the most severe infection.

Are symptoms of the flu shared with COVID-19?

Symptoms of the flu The flu usually comes on suddenly.

Common symptoms include constant cough, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, body aches, headaches and fatigue.

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The seasonal flu and COVID-19 do share some overlapping symptoms, so people may need to be tested to confirm a proper diagnosis.

What’s the best way to help protect yourself from the flu?

One of the best ways to help protect yourself and reduce your chances of getting the flu is to get the vaccine.

People are highly encouraged to get their flu shots this year because the flu and COVID-19 together have the potential to overwhelm medical providers. If no other year, get the flu shot this year. You can get it at a point of care location, a pharmacy or from a clinic operated by a licensed medical professional.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), everyone who is at least 6 months of age should get a flu vaccine unless they have an underlying condition where it’s not advised.

This year, UnitedHealthcare wants to help people understand the similarities and differences between the flu and COVID-19, as well as inform people on where and how they can get flu shots. Understanding the similarities and differences between the two can help stop the spread of both and keep Oregonians safe and healthy.

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Couple arrested following multiple drug busts THE NEWS GUARD

On Sept. 30, the Toledo Police Department, with the assistance of the Newport Police Department and the Lincoln City Police Department, executed a search warrant on NW Spring Street Unit #1 in Newport as the result of an investigation into the ongoing delivery of controlled substances by Corben Mead and his significant other, Hayley Magarian-Benson.

During this search warrant, Mead was the only person located in the residence. Inside the residence, officers located quantities of individually packaged heroin and methamphetamine along with additional packaging material, digital gram scales, records indicating the sale of controlled substances, numerous prohibited weapons and other paraphernalia items.

At the time of the search warrant, Mead was on active parole and had an active felony warrant for his arrest. The Newport Police Department also had probable cause to arrest Mead on numerous charges related to a vehicle pursuit which

Corben Mead and Hayley Magarian-Benson. occurred in late August of 2020.

Despite the significant amount of charges against Mead, the Lincoln County Jail refused to lodge Mead, citing capacity issues related to COVID-19 protocols.

Mead was ultimately issued criminal citations for Unlawful Possession of Heroin, Unlawful Delivery of Heroin, Unlawful Manufacture of Heroin, Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine, Unlawful Delivery of Methamphetamine, Unlawful Manufacture of Methamphetamine and Felon in Possession of Restricted Weapon X 5. Mead was set to be arraigned on these

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charges on October 26.

The Toledo Police Department learned that soon after the search warrant was served and Mead was cited and released, Mead and Magarian-Benson continued to actively possess and deliver controlled substances.

On October 22, the Toledo Police Department obtained and executed search warrants at on NW Spring Street in Newport and on SW Cupola Drive in South Beach, Mead and Magarian-Benson were the subjects of these search warrants.

During the execution of the search warrants, officers

located quantities of heroin and methamphetamine, along with packaging materials, a digital gram scale, records indicating the sales of controlled substances, currency related to the sales of controlled substances and numerous paraphernalia items.

Magarian-Benson’s three year old child was present during the search warrant issued at the residence in South Beach.

The child was taken into protective custody and released to a sober family member.

The Toledo Police Department was once again assisted by the Newport Police Department and the Lincoln City Police Department during the execution of these search warrants.

Mead was lodged at the Lincoln County Jail for Unlawful Possession of Heroin, Unlawful Delivery of Heroin and Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine. Mead is expected to be arraigned on all charges from these incidents today (October 23).

Magarian-Benson was lodged at the Lincoln County Jail for Unlawful Possession

Heroin, Unlawful Delivery of Heroin, Unlawful Manufacture of Heroin, Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine, Endangering the Welfare of a Minor, Child Neglect I and Child Neglect II. Magarian-Benson is expected to be arraigned on all charges from these incidents today (October 23).

A third individual, Joseph Lusk, was contacted during the search warrants served on October 22. Lusk was found to be in possession of heroin and had active felony warrants for Failure to Appear and Unlawful Delivery of Heroin.

The Lincoln County Jail refused to lodge Lusk and he was issued criminal citations for Unlawful Possession of Heroin and Frequenting a Place where Controlled Substances are used and sold.

These search warrants were developed in part by citizens reporting suspicious behavior consistent with the possession and delivery of controlled substances. The Toledo Police Department encourages citizens to report suspicious drug behavior to Sgt. Pitcher at 541-336-5555.

Police Blotter The police blotter relates the public record of incidents as reported by the Lincoln City Police.

All individuals arrested or charged with a crime are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Information printed is preliminary and subject to change.

LINCOLN CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT MONDAY, OCT. 19 6:41 a.m. Crash, 1501 SE East Devils Lake Rd. Minor damage following single vehicle crash. Driver cited for no valid Oregon Drivers License.

Extra Patrol, 1545 NW Hwy 101, Washington Federal. Caller thinks someone is camping in the parking lot, especially during early morning hours. Employees keep finding litter in the parking lot, including a large amount of cigarette butts that someone dumped.

Extra Patrol, 228 SE Neptune. Caller reported her trash can stolen and taillight broken out on her vehicle. Ongoing issues with car antennas being stolen from neighborhood.

Caller was also told by neighbor that someone had jumped her fence around 1 a.m.

11:26 a.m. Disturbance, 4060 N Hwy 101, Mc-

Donalds. Caller reported a previously trespassed male had come into the business and hit him in the face. Male left when caller called 911. Described as having a mohawk, brown jacket and camo pants.

11:41 a.m. EDP, 3784 SE High School Dr. Multiple callers reported a subject laying on the ground, partially nude and screaming.

2:09 p.m. Assist on Arrest, 4741 SW Hwy 101.

Skyler Boatright, born 12/8/89, ran and hid when he saw officers. Boatright had a warrant out of Lincoln County. Cited and released for FTA possession of meth.

3:03 p.m. Disturbance,

2937 NW Hwy 101. Report of a disturbance in Thai Bay between male and female. Female had a dog in the restaurant, reported possible injury during a harassment.

4:41 p.m. Warrant Service, 1503 SE East Devils Lake Rd. Natasha R. Willey, born 12/21/92, came to LCPD to turn self in on Yamhill County warrant.

Cited and released on felony warrant charging FTA Delivery of Meth.

5:41 p.m. Assault, 2020 NE Hwy 101. Female reported boyfriend assaulted her. Subjects contacted, Hunter A. Kalnins, born 9/19/95, taken into custody for Domestic Assult IV and transported to Lincoln

County Jail.

10:16 p.m. Follow Up, 4101 NW Logan Rd., Safeway. Found suspect in skateboard theft inside location. Edwin L. Hesler, born 11/7/89, contacted, cited and released for Theft III. 11:24 p.m. Disturbance, 2645 NW Inlet Ave. Pelican Shores. Report of possible domestic assault. Phillip S. Knight, born 11/6/82, taken into custody for violation of protection order.

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TUESDAY, OCT. 20 7:23 a.m. Assist on Arrest, SW 11th St./SW

Hwy 101. Caller reported suspicious vehicle blocking driveway to business in area. Subjects contacted and consented to search of vehicle. PC hanging for Billyray Benson Branum, born 4/29/98, for Burglary I. Branum transported to Lincoln County Jail.

Found Property, 2729 SW Beach Ave. Firearm left in vacation rental.

10:09 a.m. Citcon, 1503 SE East Devils Lake Rd. Caller at LCPD surrendered ammunition per DA’s request.

10:29 a.m. Assist on Arrest/Trespass, 550 SE Hwy 101, Palace Inn. Caller reported possible disturbance between guests.

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Summary: A “Yes” vote approves Ordinance 2020-20 authorizing and implementing the Roads End/Villages at Cascade Head (Tax Increment Finance) Plan and the use of tax increment financing to fund Plan infrastructure projects. A “No” vote rejects Ordinance 2020-20, and the TIF Plan. The Urban Renewal Plan boundary, goals, projects, project costs, financing and funding limits are set forth in the Plan, attached to the Ordinance.

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Tax Increment Financing is not a new tax or tax increase; rather, funding comes from redirecting property taxes from new development and increased property values in the new urban renewal area.

Approval of the Roads End/ Villages Plan authorizes projects and activities within the following project categories: Transportation; Economic Development; Parks, Trails and Open Space; Public Works/ Utilities; Community Connections/Appearance; Emergency Preparedness, Resiliency/ Mitigation and Administration.

Specific infrastructure projects are discussed on Plan pages 13-16. [Full text: https://www. lincolncity.org/citycharterandlaws]. Council adopted Ordinance 2020-20 on August 10, 2020. On October 7, 2020, Petitioners submitted an Initiative Petition to send Ordinance 2020-20 to the voters.

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On October 25, at about 3:30 a.m., Newport Police Department K9 Officer Randall conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a routine traffic violation.

Officer Randall identified the driver as Timothy Jason Jones, 39, of Toledo. A routine check of Jones’ driving status revealed Jones’ Oregon driving privileges were suspended and Jones had two outstanding warrants for his arrest.

During the traffic stop and the arrest of Jones, officer Randall observed evidence of possible narcotic use. Officer Randall deployed his Drug Detec-

Timothy Jason Jones tion K9 partner, Nero, to the outside of Jones’ vehicle. K9 Nero alerted to the presence of narcotics in Jones’ vehicle and it was subsequently searched.

During the search officer Randall located a commercial quantity of metham-

phetamine, which had been pre-weighed, packaged and labeled for sale.

Jones was arrested at the scene of the traffic stop for charges of Delivery of a Controlled Substance – Methamphetamine, Possession of a Controlled Substance – Methamphetamine, Manufacturing of a Controlled Substance – Methamphetamine, Felony Warrant – Fail to Appear and Felony Warrant – Parole Violation. He was lodged in the Lincoln County Jail.

Anyone with additional information pretaining to this case is encouraged to contact the Newport Police Department at 541-574-3348.

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OHA sees 70 percent increase in Oregon opioid deaths THE NEWS GUARD

Oregon Health Authority saw an alarming spike in opioid overdose deaths in Oregon this past spring compared to last year, and public health experts believe use of illicit fentanyl and methamphetamine is driving the increase.

Analysts in the Injury and Violence Prevention Section at the OHA Public Health Division found that Oregon saw a nearly 70 percent increase in the number of overdose deaths during April and May 2020 compared to the same time in 2019.

There also was a nearly eight percent increase in the number of overdose deaths during the first quarter of 2020 compared to the same period in 2019.

The preliminary data comes from the State Unintentional Drug Overdose Reporting System (SUDORS), which includes combined and abstracted data from medical examiners and death certificates.

Additionally, the analysis found, between April and May 2020 there

was a 28 percent increase in overdose deaths, and a more than 15 percent increase in overdose deaths between March and April. And opioid-involved deaths accounted for almost 73 percent of total overdose deaths in May 2020.

Of opioid-involved deaths, the data show, fentanyl and heroin continue to be the drugs most frequently involved, and fentanyl-involved deaths accounted for almost 40 percent of total overdose deaths in May 2020.

The analysis also uncovered a continuing alarming trend in methamphetamine use: Methamphetamine/amphetamine-involved deaths accounted for more than 40 percent of all overdose deaths in May 2020.

What’s unclear is what effect the COVID-19 pandemic may have had on opioid misuse in Oregon.

“Until more data become available, it is premature to say how much of the spike in overdose deaths is attributable to the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Tom Jeanne, M.D., MPH, deputy state health

officer and deputy state epidemiologist at the Public Health Division.

“However, the realization that we will be dealing with COVID-19 for some time, and other stressors related to jobs, school and social isolation, may increase feelings of anxiety and depression, and that can lead to a harmful level of alcohol or other drug use.”

OHA continues to monitor and post finalized opioid data on its Prescribing and Drug Overdose Data Dashboard at https://www.oregon. gov/oha/ph/preventionwellness/substanceuse/ opioids/pages/data.aspx.

Health officials are reminding people that opioid use disorder can be successfully treated.

Those who need help to stop using opioids can talk to their health care providers or view OHA’s list of resources.

In addition, Oregon law allows lay people to carry and use naloxone, a medication that can be used to reverse an opioid overdose, on other people. Learn more about naloxone.

Oregon-based nonprofit Lines for Life and OHA recently launched the Safe + Strong Helpline at 1-800-923-4357 (800923-HELP). The line offers free, 24-7 emotional support and resource referral

to anyone who needs it—not only those experiencing a mental health crisis. The Safe + Strong Helpline is a response to needs for emotional support around disasters like COVID-19 and wildfires

and was funded by the CARES Act. Callers are routed to a counselor who can provide emotional support, mental health triage, drug and alcohol counseling, crisis counseling or just connection.

Tip of the Week: ODOT Work Zone Safety LINCOLN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

If you notice when driving around the county and to other areas of the state any road work taking place, that may mean reduced speed limits and traffic delays in work zones.

Did you know that 4 out of 5 work zone crash victims are NOT the workers? It is actually the drivers and their passengers traveling through the work zone areas. Inattention and speed are the most common causes of work zone crashes. Oregon averages 488 work zone crashes per year. That is one crash every 18 hours!

Work zones are dangerous for everyone even when workers are not visible.

That is why ODOT lowers the speed limits in work zones. Exceeding work zone speed limits can be especially hazardous for numerous reasons: - Traffic patterns may change day to

day.

- Roads may be rough, uneven or covered with debris.

- Temporary lanes may be narrow with abrupt edges.

- Roadside equipment may obstruct views.

Travelers are often caught off guard by work zone hazards. Distracted driving and driving in excess of the speed limit reduces the necessary reaction time to avoid a crash. When you see orange signs, cones and barrels on the roadway, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION! Those are your clues to be prepared for unexpected obstacles and stopped or slowing cars. So slow down, stay alert, avoid distractions and put down the phone.

For more information about work zone safety, go to ODOT’s website For more information and tips, visit www. lincolncountysheriff.net.

The City of Lincoln City is currently recruiting for the following positions:

The City of Lincoln City is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer who supports hiring a diverse workforce.

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Full Time • Non-Exempt • Grade 8 • AFSCME CLASSIFICATION DEPENDS ON QUALIFICATIONS Operator I: $20.60 - $26.28 (Non-Exempt, Grade 8) Operator II: $22.69 - $28.98 (Non-Exempt, Grade 10) Operator III: $25.04 - $31.95 (Non-Exempt, Grade 12) OPEN UNTIL FILLED First Look: November 6, 2020 Lincoln City has a great opportunity to work with Public Works in the Wastewater Treatment Plant!

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators perform various duties required to operate and maintain the City’s Class IV Wastewater Treatment Plant in compliance with State and Federal regulation; while meeting the specific effluent standards established by the facility’s NPDES permits and protecting public health and the health of the receiving stream.

TO APPLY: • Complete the City’s online application: https://secure3.entertimeonline.com/ta/6119466. careers?CareersSearch • Résumé required • Cover letter required—include a cover letter with your résumé that explains your interest in the position and highlights your qualifications All required items must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on November 6, 2020 to be included in the first application review process.

Questions about the recruitment should be directed to: Abigail Edwards, Director of Human Resources aedwards@lincolncity.org 541-996-1201 _________________________________________

Part-Time Lifeguard Part-Time Lifeguard Parks andRecreation Recreation Department--Community Center Parks and Department--Community Center Non-Represented/No Benefits Non-Represented/No Benefits $12.50 - $14.75 per hour $12.50 - $14.75 per hour OPEN UNTIL FILLED First Look at Applications: October 30, 2020

Lincoln City has a great opportunity for adults and teens, 15 and older, with the Parks and

Recreation Department at the Community Center! Lifeguards ensure the safety of patrons of Lincoln City’s largest and most trusted news source. the aquatic facility by preventing and responding to emergencies. They provides for health,

OPEN UNTIL FILLED First Look at Applications: October 30, 2020 Lincoln City has a great opportunity for adults and teens, 15 and older, with the Parks and Recreation Department at the Community Center! Lifeguards ensure the safety of patrons of the aquatic facility by preventing and responding to emergencies. They provides for health, safety, and welfare of all pool patrons at all times.

Additional duties include supervising the rock-climbing wall as scheduled.

TO APPLY: Fill out the City of Lincoln City’s online application at https://www.lincolncity.org/ jobopportunities Applications must be complete by October 30,2020 for consideration in the first round of applicants.

Questions about the recruitment should be directed to: Abigail Edwards, Director of Human Resources aedwards@lincolncity.org 541-996-1201 _________________________________________

911 Dispatcher

EMPLOYMENT Full-Time OPPORTUNITY

FULL-TIME POLICE OFFICER—LCPEA UNION New Recruits and Laterals--Two (2) Positions

AFSCME Represented Compensation: $22.73 - $27.63 per hour COMPENSATION: $26.22 - $35.11 per hour (LCPEA 2020/21 Wage Scale) (LCPEA 2020/21 Wage Scale) OPEN UNTIL OPEN UNTIL FILLED FILLED First LookFIRST at Applications: Nove 6, 2020 LOOK: November 6, 2020 Lincoln City’s 911 Dispatch Operators are part Lincoln City Police Officers are part of the LCPEA Union. Additional testing must be of the LCPEA Additional testingin order must completed prior to Union. the closing date of this announcement to be Please see the full summary for details. beconsidered. completed prior to the closing date of this announcement in order to be considered. Please see The City of Lincoln City Police Department is currently accepting applications for two full summary details.

(2) Lateralthe or Entry Level Police Officer for positions.

Lateral Police Officer Lateral must meet all entry-level requirements and must have at least completed Thetransfers Lincoln City Police Department isAcademy, theCity Oregonof DPSST Academy, or another state’s equivalent of the Oregon and have successfully completed a probationary period of full-time paid service as a currently accepting applications for one full-time sworn police officer in a civilian governmental jurisdiction immediately prior to application. 911 Dispatcher position.

Benefit Information: Benefit Information: Medical, Dental, Vision, Vacation, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Vacation,Paid Paid Holiday, Sick Leave,Paid Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Public Employee Retirement System, Deferred Compensation Plan, Holiday, Sick Leave, Life Insurance, Long Term Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program , Dry Cleaning for Uniforms Allowance, Footwear and muchRetirement more.

Disability, PublicAllowance Employee System, Deferred CompensationHOW Plan, Spending TO Flexible APPLY Accounts, Employee Assistance Program , Dry The Lincoln City Police Department works with the National Testing Network in an ongoing recruitment effort. If no positions are currently open, applications will be Cleaning for Uniforms Allowance, Footwear kept on file until an opening occurs.

Allowance and much more.

The process to apply has changed from prior recruitment rounds—please read all instructions carefully and be sure to complete each step.

Application is a two-step process: 1. The online application should be complete and all required materials submitted via the web portal by the closing date noted on an open recruitment.

safety, and welfare of all pool patrons at all times.

Additional duties include supervising the rock-climbing wall as scheduled.

TO APPLY: Fill out the City of Lincoln City’s online application at https://www.lincolncity.org/jobopportunities

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Applications must be complete by November 6, 2020 for consideration in the first round of applicants.

Questions about the recruitment should be directed to: Abigail Edwards, Director of Human Resources aedwards@lincolncity.org 541-996-1201 _________________________________________

POLICE OFFICER

EMPLOYMENT Full-TimeOPPORTUNITY LCPEA Represented New Recruits and Laterals COMPENSATION: $26.22 - $35.11 per hour (LCPEA 2020/21 Wage Scale) --Two (2) Positions OPEN-UNTIL FILLED COMPENSATION:FIRST $26.22 $35.11 per hour (LCPEA LOOK: November 6, 2020 2020/21 Wage Scale) OPEN UNTIL FILLED FIRST Lincoln City Police Officers are part of the LCPEA Union. Additional testing must be completed priorLOOK: to the closing date of this announcement November 6, 2020 in order to be considered. Please see the full summary for details.

Lincoln City Police Officers are part of the LCPEA Union.

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Please see the full summary for details. and have successfully completed a probationary period of full-time paid service as a sworn police officer in a civilian governmental jurisdiction immediately prior to The City of Lincoln City Police Department is currently application. accepting applications for two (2) Lateral or Entry Benefit Information: Level Police Officer positions. Lateral Police Officer Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Vacation, Paid Holiday, Sick Leave, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Public Employee Retirement System, Deferred Compensation Plan, Lateral transfers must meet all entry-level requirements Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program , Dry Cleaning for Uniforms Allowance, Footwear Allowance and much more. and must have at least completed the Oregon HOW TO APPLYequivalent of the DPSST Academy, or another state’s The Lincoln City Police Department works with the Nationalcompleted Testing Network a in an Oregon Academy, and have successfully ongoing recruitment effort. If no positions are currently open, applications will be kept on file until an opening probationary period ofoccurs. full-time paid service as a sworn The process to apply changed from prior recruitment rounds—please read all police officer in has a civilian governmental jurisdiction instructions carefully and be sure to complete each step. immediately prior to application.

Application is a two-step process: Benefit Information: 1. The online application should be complete and all required materials submitted Medical, Dental, Paid Vacation, Paid Holiday, via the web portal by Vision, the closing date noted on an open recruitment.

Sick Leave, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Public Employee Retirement System, Deferred Compensation Officer ~ Posted October 16, 2020 Plan, Flexible SpendingPoliceAccounts, Page 1 of 2 Employee Assistance Program , Dry Cleaning for Uniforms Allowance, Footwear Allowance and much more.

Applications must be complete by November 6, 2020 for consideration in the first round of applicants.

Questions about the recruitment should be directed to: Abigail Edwards, Director of Human Resources aedwards@lincolncity.org 541-996-1201 FULL-TIME POLICE OFFICER—LCPEA UNION New Recruits and Laterals--Two (2) Positions

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Community 5K run garners strong support MAX KIRKENDALL newsguardeditor@countrymedia.net

Runners and supporters of all walks of life came together for a good cause last weekend during the Fire Aid 5k.

The run/walk event held on Oct. 24 at Wapiti RV Park in Lincoln City drew 68 participants and several sponsors such as Real Estate 100, Taylor and Taylor, Ambience Construction and Remodeling, Hammerhead Construction, Elements Salon, Fitness 101, Miller Farms and Squatchsami.

The event was directed

by Beth Towers, owner of Towers Training and co-coordinated by Miranda Mode.

Looking for unique ways to help out those affected by the Echo Mountain Complex fire, Towers turned the event into a fundraiser that raked in over $4,000. Half of those proceeds will be going

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A total of 68 participant showed up to Wapiti RV Park on Oct. 24. to Angels Anonymous to help fire victims and the other half to the Lincoln County Fire and Rescue.

“It was a huge success!” Towers said. “The fire was the motivation, but also the fact that so many races were canceled this year because

of Covid, it was nice to finally get outside and be active again. We’re looking to make this a yearly event with all proceeds going to Lincoln County Fire and Rescue.”

Also on hand for the event was professional photographer Matt

Brandt of Matt Brandt Photography, as well as Ardor Adventures, who clocked the times of the runners. The top finishers in their respective divisions included Raleigh Bartholomew of Lincoln City, Eli Jones of Depoe Bay, Anthony Fleming of

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Event director Beth Towers at the Fire Aid 5k.

Healdsburg, Calif., Mark Blair of Lincoln City, Kate Quinn of Lincoln City, Jennifer Napoleon of Neotsu, John Nightingale of Lincoln City, Makaia Kessinger of Lincoln

City, Heather Hatton of Gleneden Beach, Lori Heiberg of Lincoln City, Felicia Oneill of Lincoln City, George Drewett of Lincoln City and Bobbie Rhodes of Lincoln City.

Lincoln County flood guide updated as weather shifts THE NEWS GUARD

Floods After Wildfire

The flooding guide was specifically developed for Lincoln County communities by the Emergency Management Division of the Sheriff’s Office and provides the A-Z of information needed for before, during and after a flooding event occurs.

The guide is intended as a one-stop shop on insurance opportunities, flood plain mapping, how to access current river level information, and how to protect yourself and your property.

This year, an additional section was added; flood after wildfires.

Heavy rain can produce flash flooding, debris flows, and mudslides in areas that have been burned by wildfires. When organic materials such as trees, scrub brush, plants, and litter on the forest floor burn at high temperatures, water repellent compounds are formed as vapors, and then condense onto cooler layers of soil below the hot fire.

This subsequently forms a

layer of water repellent soils just below the surface, which prevents soils in the burned area from absorbing water after an intense wildfire.

During heavy rainfall following a wildfire, water cannot penetrate the water repellent soil layer, which acts much like a layer of pavement, resulting in enhanced runoff of rainwater which can cause dangerous flash floods, debris flows, and mudslides.

Insurance Another important aspect of protection is reviewing

your insurance policies to ensure you are adequately covered. The National Flood Insurance Program recently underwent a website upgrade and acts as a guide to property owners on insurance needs and benefits Flood insurance is not just for those property owners who live in the flood plain; it can protect many home and business owners from other events such as a tsunami or other water saturation events. Standard homeowners’ insurance may not cover these events.

Renters should also con-

sider purchasing or updating their renter insurance policy to protect themselves from costs associated with damaged contents and/or if the Landlord is underinsured.

Updated Flood Plain Maps FEMA updated the Lincoln County Flood Plain Maps in 2020. This process is only completed once every 10 years. You can look up your address to see if you in the current flood zone by visiting FEMA’s website at https://msc.fema.gov/portal/search.

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Taft Tigers hit the links for free golf opportunities MAX KIRKENDALL newsguardeditor@countrymedia. net

With a goal of getting kids off their computer screens and into the outdoors, the Lincoln County School District launched a new golf program designed to give students a break from their homework.

Since the onset of the pandemic, many students have been wondering when they can get back to sports.

It’s a question that Taft 7-12 athletic director said is asked almost daily.

“We just started workouts on the field for other sports, and they’re always asking me when they can get back to playing,” Hilgers said. They’re really missing sports… and so are the adults.”

The school district sifted through several ideas of how they can provide activities for students, while staying safe during the ongoing pandemic. They then turned to golf.

Five local golf courses, including Chinook Winds Golf Resort and Salishan Golf Links, agreed to open their courses to students during designated times for

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Taft 7-12 students were able to get out on the course last week as the young golfers competed in a scramble format, getting a feel for the game. limited in person instruction. For students in grades 7-12 they can sign up and play for free.

“We had been looking for things for kids to do other than just sitting at a computer all day and some of the other stuff we couldn’t make happen, but we were able to make this happen,” Hilgers said.

Taft 7-12 had about 15 students sign up for the program, which is considered a club activity that does not

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require a physical examination. Before students joined the program, they complete an online video and quiz about golf etiquette and rules. At the course, coaches and volunteers provide some instruction.

Some have played before, some have never played at all, but it’s really about having fun,” Hilgers said. “I think it’s giving them something to do outside of the house.”

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ing advantage of Chinook Winds’ indoor driving range, as well as Salishan’s when the weather permits it. The Oregon School Activities Association (OSAA) also donated dozens of golf balls to Lincoln County, while local volunteers have donated several sets of clubs for kids who might need them.

As OSAA has prevented all schools from allowing students to use their facilities or equipment, Hilgers

said kids have been looking for ways to participate in activities. Unfortunately, options are sparse on the coast.

“We’re in a tough spot because there is not much around us,” Hilgers said. “In the valley, they have clubs all over that kids can participate in, but that’s not an option for most kids here.

Over the next few weeks I think we’ll start to get more kids out here.”

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