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Lincoln City debuts Art Trail Passport

JEREMY C. RUARK

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The City of Lincoln City continues to reach out to visitors offering new opportunities to explore the beauty and uniqueness of the area.

In the latest such effort, Lincoln City is showcasing its seven-mile “trail” of public art with a free digital Art Trail Passport.

The passport also offers an opportunity to win fun prizes including one of the city’s famed hand-blown glass floats, which are created by local glass artists as part of the Finders Keepers program.

“We’re excited to highlight Lincoln City’s incredible public art collection through a digital passport program that will guide visitors along a seven-mile journey throughout numerous neighborhoods,” Explore Lincoln City Director Ed Dreistadt said. “We’re especially thrilled to incorporate our famed hand-blown glass floats from our Finders Keepers program as prizes for those who are following the trail and enjoying all of the sculptures, statues, mosaics and murals that Lincoln City has to offer.”

Each work of public art in Lincoln City offers a story, which will be shared with the digital passport that began March 25, allowing participants to enjoy a choose-your-own-art adventure. Everyone who visits at least 25 locations on the trail during the month of April will be entered into a drawing to win one of 50 glass floats as a prize.

How the program works

Explore Lincoln City has established the art adventure as follows:

Undercover child luring case nets arrests of two men

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Two people are facing criminal charges after being arrested during a series of local law enforcement child-luring investigations.

Posing as underage children on various social media platforms, the Lincoln City Police Department (LCPD) undercover officers went online during the month of March and were subsequently contacted by adults who offered to meet up with a person they believed to be a minor for sex.

When these adults arrived at an undisclosed public location to meet up with the minor, they instead were contacted by law enforcement and arrested.

Daniel C. Bastien,43, of Lincoln City, was arrested on March 22. Basiten is charged with the crimes of:

• Luring a Minor

• Online Sexual Corruption of a Child in the first degree

•Attempted Rape III

• Attempted Sodomy III

Bastien was subsequently

transported and lodged at the Lincoln County Jail.

Austin J. Marshall, 34, of Newport, was arrested on March 29 Marshall is charged with the crimes of:

• Luring a Minor Online Sexual Corruption• of a Child in the first degree.

Marshall was subsequently transported and lodged at the Lincoln County Jail. “With April being Na-

tional Child Abuse Awareness Month, the Lincoln City Police would like to encourage parents to monitor their children’s social media activity and discuss with them the possible dangers of communicating with strangers online,” LCPD Lt. Jeffrey Winn said. “These investigations are conducted in an effort to reduce criminal activity and to further enhance the safety of our community.”

See TRAIL, Page 9

Business burglary bust

JEREMY C. RUARK Country Media, Inc.

A Damascus, Oregon man faces multiple charges after being arrested for a series of business burglaries in Lincoln City.

Between March 20, and March 23, multiple businesses in Lincoln City were broken into, according to Lincoln City Police Department (LCPD) investigators.

The involved victim businesses, 88 Grains Asian Fusion Bar, Burger King Restaurant, Mazatlan Restaurant, and AT&T Store, reported the burglaries resulted in the theft of cash and merchandise valued in the thousands of dollars.

“LCPD officers and detectives along with assistance from a Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office detective teamed up and began a rigorous investigation into the string of burglaries,” LCPD Lt. Jeffrey Winn said. “During the investigation, surveillance video from the victim businesses along with surveillance video from other nearby business was reviewed.”

Using the surveillance videos along with other investigative information obtained,

Fast Fact

Between March 20, and March 23, multiple businesses in Lincoln City were broken into with the theft of cash and merchandise valued in the thousands of dollars, according to LCPD investigators.

a possible suspect was developed, according to Winn.

“It was further determined that a Salem Police officer had contacted the possible suspect in the early morning hours of March 24 and arrested him on several outstanding warrants from other jurisdictions,” Winn said.

The possible suspect was lodged in the Polk County Jail on those warrants.

Lincoln City Police detectives responded to Polk County and Salem where they continued to gather additional information resulting in a search warrant being executed on a vehicle associated with the suspect.

During the service of the search warrant, detectives recovered items stolen during the Lincoln City burglaries.

On Tuesday, March 28, Lincoln City Police obtained arrest warrants for 30-yearold Joshua Murrell, of Damascus.

Murrell is charged with:

Four counts of second degree Burglary

Two counts of second degree Theft

Two counts of second degree Criminal Mischief Winn said that due to Muller already being in custody on several other previously issued warrants, he is being held in the Polk County Jail until such time that he can be transferred to the Lincoln County Jail to be arraigned on the local charges.

“The Lincoln City Police would like to extend our thanks to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, and the Salem Police Department for their assistance with this investigation,” Winn said. “In addition, we would also like to thank all of the local business that provided surveillance video and information

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A previous Kiwanis Club of Lincoln City Easter Egg Hunt at Regatta Park in Lincoln City. The 2023 hunt will be conducted at Taft Park.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

April 5 Nelscott Plan Advisory Committee Meeting

3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., Lincoln City Council Chambers, City Hall, 801 SW Highway 101. The public is welcome to attend the meeting.

April 20-22 Community Days

Community Days is a celebration of Lincoln City. Read more in

Kiwanis Club Easter Egg hunt coming

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The Kiwanis Club of Lincoln City presents its 2023 East Egg Hunt from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday April 7, at Taft Park, a brand-new location this year. Taft Park is located at 1545 SE 50th Street in Lincoln City. The Kiwanis Club of Lincoln City members have added new activities for this year’s hunt including, $3 face painting, a free Pixie Game with additional games are $1 each, and a photo booth with the Easter Bunny. Those taking part in the hunt are asked to bring their own basket to haul away all the goodies

upcoming printed issues of The News Guard and online at thenewsguard.com.

Senior Center Events

Dementia Caregiver Support Group, 10 a.m., 1st and 3rd Thursdays.

Tai Chi 8:15 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays.

Easter Egg Hunt

11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

April 7

Taft Park, 1545 SE 50th St., Lincoln City

they can collect during the event.

The actual hunt begins at noon sharp.

There will be the traditional Easter Egg Hunt with all the amazing prizes kids love, including the coveted Golden Easter Eggs for which special prizes will be awarded, according to a release from the Kiwanis of Lincoln City.

The Easter Bunny has graciously agreed to make an appearance to officially start off the Easter Egg Hunt at noon and to take pictures with all those mini bunnies hopping around gathering their eggs.

The Kiwanis would like to thank the sponsors of this event:

• T & L Septic Tank and Chemical Toilets

• Pixie Fest

• All of the amazing volunteers and community members for all their help to put on this much-beloved event.

Follow updates about The Easter Egg Hunt Event on Facebook at: KiwanisClubLincolnCity.

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Sun setting along the Central Oregon Coast. See more Coast Moment photos at thenewsguard.com

SHERIFF’S TIP OF THE WEEK

Share the road with bikes

LINCOLN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

As the weather continues to get nicer and more cycling events come into season, expect to see more bicycles on the road and in shared community spaces. Both cyclists and motorists have responsibility to follow traffic laws and to take additional precautions to keep everyone safe.

Bicycles are considered, by law, a vehicle. Therefore, they are required to obey the rules of the road.

Weather, experience, and traffic can impact the safety of sharing the road. Using additional caution and patience can help keep our roads safer for everyone.

Motorists should remember these tips:

When a cyclist has stopped and remains on their bicycle at an intersection or a traffic signal, they are to be treated as a vehicle waiting for their turn to proceed.

Be alert for small children on oversized bicycles. This may increase the likelihood for loss of control.

When passing a cyclist, go around them like you would for another vehicle and leave plenty of room.

When you are preparing to make a right turn, watch for cyclists who may pull up alongside you. Remember to look over your shoulder to check your blind spots.

When pulling away from the curb, merging, or preparing to turn, check for cyclists who may be trying to pass.

When parked at the curb, check for cyclists before opening the vehicle door. It’s the driver’s responsibility not to open the vehicle door into traffic.

Do not follow too closely behind cyclists.

Cyclists are entitled to make left turns in the same manner as other vehicles.

Be aware of roadway conditions that may affect a cyclist.

Inappropriate touching incidents lead to arrest

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Help Needed

Weather such as fog or rain impact motorists and cyclists alike. Use additional caution in hazardous areas and during times of low visibility. Do not sound your horn unnecessarily. If you must use your horn, tap it quickly and lightly while you are still some distance away from the cyclist.

Cyclists should remember these tips:

Riding against the flow of traffic is illegal and increases your risk of injury and death.

Cyclists are required to ride in bike lanes or paths when it is adjacent to the roadway with exceptions for right and left turns and to avoid hazards.

In areas without bike lanes, cyclists are required to ride as close as practicable to the curb, however they may need to adjust to avoid hazards.

Keep your hands on the handlebars except when making a hand signal.

Keep your feet on the pedals.

Do not carry more people on the bicycle than it was designed for.

Do not hold onto, attach yourself or the bicycle to any other moving vehicle.

Only ride side by side on the road with another cyclist when it does not impede other traffic.

If there is not enough room to pass safely, ride single file.

Ensure the bicycle is equipped with at least one white light to the front and a red light and or red reflector mounted on the rear of the bicycle.

Wear reflective clothing or gear. Wear appropriate protective gear.

Ensure the bicycle has effective brakes.

Share your cycling plans with loved ones, include where you are going and when you are expected to return.

For more information and tips, visit www.lincolncountysheriff.net

A 26-year-old man faces criminal charges for allegedly multiple inappropriate touching incidents following a two city North Coast investigation. Seaside Police Department officers (SPD) arrested Jeremiah W. Tolley Jr., 26, on Tuesday, March 28 in response to multiple incidents involving inappropriate touching and conduct in downtown Seaside and at the Outlet Mall.

On Monday evening, March 27, the SPD received a report that a male subject

The SPD is seeking to identify any further potential witnesses or victims. If you have any information to share, you are asked to contact SPD at 503-736-6311.

had inappropriately touched a female juvenile in downtown Seaside. Officers searched the area but were unable to immediately locate a suspect. The next morning, SPD officers received information from the Astoria Police regarding a potential suspect in the case. On Tuesday afternoon, March 28, SPD received a report that a male had inap-

POLICE BLOTTER

The police blotter relates to the public record of incidents as reported by law enforcement agencies.

Lincoln City Police

March 17

10:15 a.m.

Caller in the 4600 block of SE Highway 101 reported a missing person who was last heard from March 4. The missing person was entered into LEDS/NCIC and a report was taken.

1:26 p.m.

Caller reported finding a purse near the dumpster in the 1200 block of SW Highway 101. Caller stated the purse looked like it had bern gone through. Purse belongs to a theft victim in Salem. Salem Police were notified. A report was taken.

2:48 p.m.

Caller in the 4100 block of N Highway 101 reported theft of employee tips and there is surveillance video of the incident. Report taken.

6:51 p.m.

Caller in the 3000 block of NE 28th Street reported that an employee was hit by a patient. One subject was cited and release for Harassment.

7:11 p.m.

Police responded to the 3900 block of NE Highway

101 to a report of a male in the drive-thru who appears to be intoxicated. The vehicle was located in the parking lot. Tests performed and the subject was taken into custody for DUII and transported to jail.

9:21 p.m.

Report of two females fighting in the backyard inn the 1000 block of NE Highway 101. Subjects contacted. One person was taken into custody for Domestic Assault IV, and Harassment and transported to jail.

March 18

10:41 a.m.

Caller reported her wallet was stolen from her vehicle in the 1700 block of NW 44th was she was at the beach. Report taken.

8:16 p.m.

Caller reported items were taken from her residents in the 3000 block of Port Drive. Officer took a report.

11:02 a.m.

One person was taken into custody following a disturbance in the 100 block of NE Highway 101.

March 19

12:15 p.m.

Caller reported finding a wallet on the beach in the NW 15th Street area. A report was taken.

3:26 p.m.

Police responded to the 700 block of SE Highway 101 to conduct a Warrant Arrest. Subject fled one a bicycle southbound on Highway 101 before turning around and going northbound on Highway 101. The subject was taken into custody after crashing the bicycle near SW Fleet and Highway 101.

Oregon State Police

March 17

8:32 p.m.

A non-injury crash reported on Highway 20 at milepost 4. A single vehicle crash occurred where a ve-

propriately touched a female in a business at the Seaside Outlet Mall. Responding officers were able to locate a suspect with the help of the victim and took him into custody. The suspect at the scene was identified as Tolley, who matched the potential suspect identified by the Astoria Police earlier that day.

The investigation into the initial report revealed several

hicle struck an elk that was standing in the roadway. The vehicle was able to make it to the Dairy Queen parking lot in Toledo. The elk was found deceased on the side of the highway. The driver made her own arrangements to get the vehicle in the morning and was given the information for a crash report.

March 18

3:59 p.m. Report of a non-injury crash on Highway 101 at milepost 161. A vehicle into the ditch on US-101 near 161. A witness reported the driver stated they are uninjured and would arrange their own tow.

8:44 p.m.

An OSP trooper responded to a disturbance at Beverly Beach State Park. A person was arrested for disorderly conduct and lodged at the Lincoln County Jail.

March 19

8:48 p.m.

An OSP trooper made a traffic stop on a vehicle near milepost 1 on Highway 34 at NE Broadway Street in Waldport. The driver attempted to walk away but was detained without incident. The passenger fled on foot. Driver was taken into custody for a probation violation. Search of the vehicle yielded a small amount of Methamphetamine.

March 20 1:05 p.m.

A traffic crash with injury reported at milepost 33 on Highway 20. A single vehicle rollover crash on highway 20 near milepost 33. Upon arrival a female diver was in the vehicle down a 30ft embankment in a river. Fire personnel got her out of the vehicle where she was transported to the Corvallis hospital by medics for further evaluation. The vehicle was towed by AA towing.

2:02 p.m.

A black GMC Envoy was

similar reports of incidents in the area. One incident, which occurred on March 27 in a downtown business, was caught on camera and showed Tolley engaging in inappropriate conduct while watching a female employee.

Tolley was lodged at the Clatsop County Jail on four charges of Sex Abuse III, four charges of Harassment, and one charge of Public Indecency.

Police are seeking to identify any further witnesses or victims. If you have any information, contact SPD Corp. Matthew Brown or Corp. Bethany Workman at 503-736-6311.

stopped at milepost 140 on Highway 101 for registration sticker-expiration. The driver was found to be driving without a license and uninsured. The driver was issued a warning for registration sticker-expired and citations for no operator’s license and driving uninsured. The vehicle was towed by Rowley’s Towing.

3 p.m.

A red Mercury Villager was stopped for illegal alteration or display of license plates on Highway 101 at milepost 140.. The driver was found to be driving without a license and uninsured. The driver was issued a warning for illegal alteration or display of license plates and citations for no operator’s license and driving uninsured. The vehicle was towed by Coast Towing.

11:07 p.m.

An OSP Trooper stopped a vehicle at milepost 115 on Highway 101 for a traffic violation near milepost 115 on Highway 101. The driver was exhibiting signs of impairment. Driver consented to SFSTs and showed impairment while participating in the tests. The driver was taken into custody and transported to LCPD to provide a breath and urine sample. The driver was cited and released for DUII.

March 21

11:12 a.m.

A non-injury crash occurred at milepost 111 at Highway 101 when a gray Suzuki Samurai traveling southbound attempted to turn left onto East Devils Lake Road striking a gray Subaru Outback traveling northbound on Highway 101. The driver of the Suzuki Samurai was issued a citation for a Dangerous Left Turn.

1:33 p.m.

An injury crash occurred at milepost 5 on Highway 20 when a black Honda Accord failed to obey a traffic control device, crashing into a silver Toyota Tacoma causing it to overturn. The driver of the Honda Accord was transported to Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital with suspected minor injuries. The driver of the Honda Accord was cited for Failure to Obey Traffic Control Device. The Honda Accord was towed by Coast Towing.

Gov. Kotek holds the signed Affordable Housing, Homelessness Solution bills.

Governor signs new Housing, Homelessness Solution into law

JEREMY C. RUARK Country Media, Inc.

Gov. Tina Kotek has signed House Bills 5019 and 2001 into law during her first ceremonial bill signing as Governor after both bills passed with bipartisan support last week.

The legislation will help address Oregon’s housing and homelessness crisis and includes the urgent funding Governor Kotek proposed in response to the homelessness state of emergency that she declared on her first full day in office. The funding is dedicated to homelessness prevention programs, more shelter capacity, rehousing services and more.

What House Bill 2001 and House Bill 5019 will do:

• Fund the governor’s homelessness state of emergency to allow for a statewide and coordinated response to homelessness ($130 million)

• Extend homelessness support to rural and coastal

Today demonstrates that we can deliver on the biggest, most important issues facing Oregonians.

Dan Rayfield, House Speaker

Landslide repair on Highway 18 at Otis continues

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If you’re traveling on Highway 18 to or from Lincoln City in April, watch for flaggers signaling lane closures and detours just east of the junction with Highway 101.

Work is resuming for landslide repairs from winter storms.

The Oregon Department

of Transportation (ODOT) is resuming removal of rock from a landslide that had closed Highway 18 at milepoint 1.8 near Otis in late December.

Although times and days may vary depending on the weather, ODOT said the work is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily April 3 through April 13 or until rock removal is completed. Work may continue during the weekend

of April 8-9.

During work hours, expect to stop for flaggers during lane closures or to take a detour for full closures of this section of Highway 18.

Before you travel anywhere in Oregon, ODOT urges drivers to check TripCheck.com for road and weather conditions, work zones, and to slow down and move over if you can for workers.

Oregon ($27 million)

• Provide support for homeless youth by connecting them with rental assistance, shelter, culturally specific services, and health care ($25 million)

• Increase production of affordable modular housing in Oregon ($20 million)

• Improve on-site workforce housing for farmworkers ($5 million)

• Grant renters faced with eviction for non-payment more time to access rental assistance and other services

• Make affordable housing production the state’s top planning priority and ensure the state will work with local partners to identify effective strategies and tools to in-

crease production “On my first full day in office, I honored my commitment to all Oregonians by declaring a homelessness state of emergency,” Kotek said. “I said at the time that the declaration needed to be followed by a comprehensive housing and homelessness package this legislative session. These two bills are the down payment on this session’s efforts.”

“Faced with a statewide housing and homelessness crisis, legislators worked across the aisle and with the Governor to put Oregon on a path toward a future where housing is available and affordable for everyone,” Senate President Rob Wagner (D-Lake Oswego) said.

March 31 was studded tire removal deadline

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The Oregon Department of Transporation (ODOT) reminders drivers of studded tires deadline

With the start of spring comes the annual deadline to remove studded tires. Oregon drivers must remove studded tires from their vehicles by Friday, March 31.

“We encourage drivers to not wait until March 31 to remove their studded tires, especially if they aren’t driving in the mountain passes between now and then,” Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) State Maintenance and Operations Engineer Galen McGill said.

Drivers with studded tires on their vehicles after the

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Drivers with studded tires on their vehicles after the March 31 deadline may receive a citation from law enforcement for a Class C traffic violation, which carries a presumptive fine of $165.

March 31 deadline may receive a citation from law enforcement for a Class C traffic violation, which carries a presumptive fine of $165.

While studded tires are allowed in Oregon from Nov. 1 through March 31, drivers are urged to use alternatives, such as traction tires and chains. A 2014 study showed studded tires cause about $8.5 million in damage each year to state highways.

ODOT maintenance crews

continue to monitor highways and weather forecasts and work to remove any late season snow or ice as soon as possible.

Whenever you travel, ODOT urges drivers to plan for the weather and visit TripCheck.com for road condition information. After March 31, use other types of traction tires or chains if needed, or postpone your travel until conditions improve.

Courtesy photo from ODOT

This was the scene on Highway 18 at Otis shortly after the December landslide. The roadway was cleared. Now, ODOT crews will make additional preventive repairs at the site.

Courtesy photo

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OHA to review health coverage

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) will review income eligibility for approximately 1.5 million Oregon Health Plan (OHP) and Medicare Savings Program (MSP) members starting April 1, after federal Public Health Emergency (PHE) protections for continuous eligibility will end.

State health officials urge OHP members to review any notices they receive from OHA about their health benefits and respond promptly with any requested information.

State administrators need updated information to determine whether a member remains eligible for coverage for OHP and other Medicaid-funded services and supports.

During the federally-declared COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE) the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) extended coverage for all Oregon Health Plan (Medicaid) members. This extension was set to end March 31.

What to expect

When the pandemic began, the federal government allowed states to keep people on Medicaid once they became eligible. During an historic health emergency, OHP grew to nearly 1.5 million people, or one in three Oregonians. March 31 marked an end to the federally enhanced Medicaid coverage. While most people will continue to qualify for existing benefits, OHA is required to review eligibility for all OHP members by mid-2024. Oregon will begin to notify OHP members starting in mid-April.

“We want to do everything we can to make sure Oregon Health Plan members stay covered as long as they are eligible,” OHA Medicaid Director Dana Hittle said. “It’s important for OHP members to keep their address up to date with us and for people to respond to any notices they receive. We know this process can be stressful for many members. We don’t want anyone to lose health coverage because of a missed notice.”

OHP, they will have 60 days before their OHP benefits will end. State officials will work to connect people who lose eligibility for OHP to the Oregon Health Insurance Marketplace to find other health coverage.

The Oregon Health Insurance Marketplace (OHIM) will be sending information to people who are no longer eligible for OHP benefits and advising of potential coverage options and financial help through the Marketplace. People who do not enroll through the Marketplace will receive a second notice 30 days before their Oregon Health Plan benefits end.

The Marketplace Transition Help Center will be available starting April 13 to help people understand their options, how to transition to the Marketplace, and to find help from local health coverage experts.

“We are committed to helping eligible Oregon Health Plan members maintain their coverage,” Hittle said. “We don’t want anyone to fall through the cracks. We want to protect and expand health coverage so more children and adults have access to the health care they need.”

Extending health coverage

Oregon plans to allow children to stay on Medicaid until age six and allow everyone else up to two years of eligibility regardless of changes in income and without having to reapply. No other state provides more than one year of guaranteed eligibility.

The state has also created a safety net for those who through redetermination no longer qualify for Medicaid but have an annual income below 200% of the federal poverty level, which amounts to about $29,000 for individuals. This safety net will allow someone to keep the coverage they have.

OHP members who have questions about the renewal process can call the ONE Customer Service Center (1-800-699-9075 or TTY 711) or local health coverage experts to assist with the renewal process in a free one-to-one visit.

The large number of OHP redeterminations is expected to cause greater wait times, delays, and possible interruptions to people’s OHP benefits.

Masks off at health care settings

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The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) has issued a reminder to communities that workers, patients, and visitors in healthcare settings statewide are not required to wear masks as of Monday, April 3. Healthcare settings include, but are not limited to, hospitals, mobile clinics, ambulances, outpatient facilities, dental offices, urgent care centers, long term care facilities, counseling offices,

school-based health centers and complementary and alternative medicine locations.

Some health care settings may decide to continue requiring masks even after the statewide requirement is lifted.

Anyone who wants to continue to wear a mask can do so, including in public places and in workplaces. Wearing a mask remains an effective way to reduce transmission of respiratory viruses. OHA continues encouraging people to wear a mask in any setting – including health care

settings – if they are sick, have health conditions that put them at high risk for severe illness from a respiratory virus exposure (or lives with someone at high risk), or any time wearing a mask makes them feel more comfortable.

The order, which has been in effect since August 2021, was scheduled to be rescinded Monday, April 3.

To learn more, find additional information on OHA’s masking page: https://www. oregon.gov/oha/covid19/Pages/Masks.aspx

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All OHP households will receive a renewal notice over the next ten months. It is very important that people understand that everyone will receive a notice and receiving a notice does not mean that action is required, according to the OHA. The notice will tell members what they need to do, or if they don’t need to do anything at all. If someone is determined to be no longer eligible for

OHP members are encouraged to respond as quickly as possible after they receive a request for information to avoid any possible delays. The fastest way members can provide an update is by going to benefits.oregon. gov and logging into their ONE account.

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Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center Auxiliary is now accepting applications for the Virginia Welch Scholarship, which is open to students residing in Benton, Lincoln, or Linn counties.

The Virginia Welch scholarship is awarded each year to high school seniors, undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled

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For the past eight years, Oregon Coast Community College and the Small Business Development Center have hosted live video town hall meetings between Lincoln County residents and their elected officials in Salem.

The next such event –featuring a discussion of the ongoing legislative session – is set for 8 a.m. Friday, April 14. The event will be held live, via Zoom, and will feature State Senator Dick Anderson (R - Lincoln City) and State Representative

in, or accepted to, a program to pursue a career in a medical field in a hospital setting.

The scholarship is named in honor of Good Samaritan’s first administrator, Virginia Welch, who joined the hospital as head nurse in 1947. She became an administrator in the early 1950s and retired from the post in 1967.

Applications are available online at samhealth. org/Scholarships, under the Benton County tab. Appli-

David Gomberg (D - Otis).

Throughout every fulllength legislative term for almost the last decade, Lincoln County residents have been able to meet regularly with their representatives, live via video conference from Oregon Coast Community College’s facilities. The last town hall was held on March 17.

Sen. Anderson and Rep. Gomberg will be able to take your questions, live, during the event.

The link to the town hall is https://oregoncoast.zoom. us/j/92741742488, or bit.ly/ coasttownhall2.

Note that both Sen.

cations must be postmarked by Monday, April 17, for consideration. Samaritan Health Services offers numerous other health education scholarships, through its five hospitals and their affiliated foundation or auxiliary. Explore what is available online at samhealth.org/Scholarships. For more information, contact the Volunteer Services Department in Corvallis at 541-768-5083.

Medical student scholarships available Anderson, Gomberg meet for town hall

Anderson and Rep. Gomberg serve on the Ways & Means Committee, which is scheduled to meet later that morning in Salem, so the Town Hall will end by 9:30 a.m. If the Ways & Means Committee meeting is canceled on April 14, it’s possible one or both of these elected officials may attend this forum in person, at Oregon Coast Community College’s North County Center in Lincoln City.

For the latest information, visit oregoncoast.edu or find Oregon Coast Community College on Facebook.

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TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE Reference is made to that certain Trust Deed made by, MICHAEL S HANSON, AN UNMARRIED MAN as Grantor to FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY as Trustee, in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“MERS”), as designated nominee for AMERICAS WHOLESALE LENDER, Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, dated as of January 12, 2001 and recorded on January 24, 2001 as Instrument No. 6238057 in Book 414, on Page 411 and the beneficial interest was assigned to J.P. MORGAN MORTGAGE ACQUISITION CORP and recorded September 28, 2021 as Instrument Number 202112379 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Lincoln County, Oregon to-wit: APN: R502273 PARCEL 2, PARTITION PLAT NO. 1998-19, FILED FOR RECORD NOVEMBER 6, 1998, PARTITION PLAT RECORDS OF LINCOLN COUNTY OREGON. Commonly known as: 548 SW SWAN AVENUE, SILETZ, OR 97380 Both the Beneficiary, J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Corp., and the Trustee, Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112, have elected to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by said Trust Deed and notice has been recorded pursuant to Section 86.735(3) of Oregon Revised Statutes. The default for which the foreclosure is made is the Grantor’s failure to pay: Failed to pay payments which became due Monthly Payment(s):

4 Monthly Payment(s) from 10/01/2021 to 01/01/2022 at $828.47

12 Monthly Payment(s) from 02/01/2022 to 01/01/2023 at $868.91 2 Monthly Payment(s) from 02/01/2023 to 03/31/2023 at $899.69 Monthly Late Charge(s): Late Charge(s)

595.68 By this reason of said default the Beneficiary has declared all obligations secured by said Trust Deed immediately due and payable, said sums being the following, to-wit: The sum of $91,786.71 together with interest thereon at the rate of 7.25000% per annum from September 1, 2021 until paid; plus all accrued late charges thereon; and all Trustee’s fees, foreclosure costs and any sums advanced by the Beneficiary pursuant to the terms of said Trust Deed. Wherefore, notice is hereby given that, the undersigned Trustee will on August 9, 2023 at the hour of 10:00 AM, Standard of Time, as established by Section

187.110, Oregon Revised Statues, at the Olive Street entrance to the Lincoln County Courthouse, 225 W Olive, Newport, OR 97365 County of Lincoln, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the said described real property which the Grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by him of the said Trust Deed, together with any interest which the Grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said Trust Deed, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the Trustee. Notice is further given that any person named in Section 86.753 of Oregon Revised Statutes has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the Trust Deed reinstated by payment to the Beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of said principal as would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, Trustee’s or attorney’s fees and curing any other default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the obligation or Trust Deed, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale. Without limiting the Trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the Trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a Trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the Trustee’s sale. In construing this notice, the

masculine gender includes the feminine and the neuter, the singular includes plural, the word “Grantor” includes any successor in interest to the Grantor as well as any other persons owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by said Trust Deed, the words “Trustee” and “Beneficiary” includes their respective successors in interest, if any. Dated: 3/23/23 By: Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112 Successor Trustee Malcolm & Cisneros, A Law Corporation Attention: Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112 c/o TRUSTEE CORPS 17100 Gillette Ave, Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-8300 Order Number 90501, Pub

Dates: 4/4/2023, 4/11/2023, 4/18/2023, 4/25/2023, THE NEWS GUARD

NG23-460 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF LINCOLN Case No. 23PB02162 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS In the Matter of the Estate of: MARGARET JEAN MOELLER, a/k/a JEAN MOELLER, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that BARBARA KAPUSCINSKI has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to Personal Representative, BARBARA KAPUSCINSKI, at the address below, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the court, the personal representative, or the attorneys for the personal representative. ADDRESS FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: c/-o Attorney Joshua D. Zantello,

OSB #121562 Zantello Law Group 2941 NW Highway 101 Lincoln City, OR 97367 DATED and first published: April 4, 2023. /s/ JOSHUA D. ZANTELLO Joshua D. Zantello, Attorney for Personal Representative

NG23-461 INVITATION TO BIDS CITY OF LINCOLN CITY Nelscott Force Main & ADA Improvements Bids

Due: 2:00 PM, April 27, 2023 WORK - The general nature of work, described in detail in this Contract and in the basis of payment, includes furnishing all labor, equipment, and materials necessary for the construction of the project. Primary items of work include: Constructing 1,013 feet of curb, 3,241 sf of sidewalks, 42,079 sf of Cold Plane Removal, 867 Tons of Asphalt,

2,042 ft of 20” PVC & 40 ft of 6” PVC Force Main, and miscellaneous other items. BID SUBMITTALSealed bid proposals will be received by Finance Department, PO Box 50, 801 SW Hwy 101 - City Hall, 3rd Floor, Lincoln City, OR 97367 until 2:00 PM Pacific Standard Time (PST) on the 27th day of April, 2023. Late bids will not be accepted. Within two working hours of the bid closing time, bidders must submit the First-Tier Subcontractor Disclosure Form. Submittal of bid proposals shall be in a sealed envelope with identification plainly marked on the outside including project name, bid date, and time, “Bid Proposal, Bid Bond and Certificate of Residency” and bidder’s name. Bid proposals shall be publicly opened

and read aloud immediately thereafter. Each bid proposal must be submitted on the forms prescribed by the City and accompanied by a Proposal Guaranty (certified check, cashier’s check, or bid bond) in an amount equal to ten (10) percent of the total amount bid. The ten percent Proposal Guaranty shall be forfeited to the City if the bidder fails to enter into a contract with the City of Lincoln City within fifteen (15) days after the date of the Notice of Award. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a bond equal to one hundred percent of the amount bid for faithful performance of the Contract. BID DOCUMENTS - Bidders are to contact Kevin Mattias, Public Works Coordinator by email (kmattias@lincolncity.org ) to obtain Bid Docu-

ments. The Bid Documents will be emailed to you. The official Planholder’s list will be kept by the City and any addenda will issued by the City. PRE-BID MEETING - There will not be a pre-bid meeting or site visit conducted by the City. Bidders are required to conduct a field review of the project area on their own to acquaint themselves with pertinent conditions prior to preparing and submitting their bid proposal. QUESTIONS - All questions or requests for clarification shall be directed in writing to the Terry Chamberlin, Project Engineer, via email: tchamberlin@lincolncity.org, or by regular mail to Lincoln City, PO Box 50, Lincoln City, Oregon 97367. All written questions must be received by the Project Engineer by 5 PM PST on April 18, 2023, 9 calendar days prior to the Bid Due date. The Project Engineer will determine appropriate responses, if any, and if necessary an Addendum will be issued to all plan holders of record at least 5 calendar days prior to the Bid Due date. Any verbal response(s) obtained from any source by bidders will be considered informational and shall not be relied upon by bidders. OTHER

BID INFORMATION - Bidders must possess a current set of the 2021 Oregon Standard Specifications for Construction and the Oregon Standard Drawings (English), published jointly by ODOT and Oregon APWA. For ordering information contact Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) at: 355 Capitol St., NE Room 28 Salem, OR 97301-3871 - (503) 986-3720 - Fax: (503) 9863224 Website: www.odot. state.or.us/contractorplans

E-mail: contractorplans@ odot.state.or.us The Contractor must comply with the provisions required by ORS 279C.800 to ORS

279C.870 (PREVAILING

WAGE RATE). City may cancel this procurement or reject any bid that does not comply with all prescribed public bidding procedures and requirements, including the requirement to demonstrate the bidder’s responsibility under ORS 279C.375 (3)(b) and that City may reject for good cause all bids after finding that doing so is in the public interest.

NG23-456 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF LINCOLN In the Matter of the Estate of:

WILLIAM ALBERT VANDAGRIFF, Deceased. Case No. 32PB02320 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that AMY EUCKER has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to Personal Representative, AMY EUCKER, at the address below, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the court, the personal representative, or the attorneys for the personal representative. ADDRESS FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: c/-o

Attorney David V. Cramer, OSB #992479 Zantello Law Group 2941 NW Highway 101 Lincoln City, OR 97367 DATED and first published: March 28, 2023. David V. Cramer, Attorney for Personal Representative.

NG23-455 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF LINCOLN In the Matter of the Estate of: NORMA EILEEN THOMPSON, Deceased. Case No. 23PB02197 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that SHEILA JUSTINE BORDEN has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to Personal Representative, SHEILA JUSTINE BORDEN, at the address below, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the court, the personal representative, or the attorneys for the personal representative. ADDRESS FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: c/-o Attorney David V. Cramer, OSB #992479 Zantello Law Group, 2941 NW Highway 101, Lincoln City, OR 97367 DATED and first published: March 21, 2023. David V. Cramer, Attorney for Personal Representative.

NG23-450 TS No. OR08000192-22-1

APN R368066 TO No 220659815-OR-MSO TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF

SALE Reference is made to that certain Trust Deed made by, STEPHANIE ALLISON BOSCH as Grantor to TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. as Trustee, in favor of RED CANOE CREDIT UNION as Beneficiary dated as of February 18, 2021 and recorded on February 19, 2021 as Instrument No. 2021-02048 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Lincoln County, Oregon to-wit: APN: R368066 LOT 3, BLOCK

2, CREST LINE ESTATES, IN THE CITY OF WALDPORT, LINCOLN COUNTY, OREGON, ACCORDING TO THE OFFICIAL PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JUNE 9, 1966 IN PLAT BOOK 10, PAGE 12, PLAT RECORDS. Commonly known as: 120 SW GREENWOOD WAY, WALDPORT, OR 97394 Both the Beneficiary, Red Canoe Credit Union, and the Trustee, Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112, have elected to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by said Trust Deed and notice has been recorded pursuant to Section 86.735(3) of Oregon Revised Statutes. The default for which the foreclosure is made is the Grantor’s fail-

ure to pay: Failed to pay payments which became due Monthly Payment(s): 1 Monthly Payment(s) from 07/01/2022 to 02/01/2023 at $15,339.75 Monthly Late Charge(s): 1 Monthly Late Charge(s) By this reason of said default the Beneficiary has declared all obligations secured by said Trust Deed immediately due and payable, said sums being the following, to- wit: The sum of $322,116.53 together with interest thereon at the rate of 3.00000% per annum from June 1, 2022 until paid; plus all accrued late charges thereon; and all Trustee’s fees, foreclosure costs and any sums advanced by the Beneficiary pursuant to the terms of said Trust Deed. Wherefore, notice is hereby given that, the undersigned Trustee will on July 17, 2023 at the hour of 10:00 AM, Standard of Time, as established by Section 187.110, Oregon Revised Statues, at the Olive Street entrance to the Lincoln County Courthouse, 225 W Olive, Newport, OR 97365 County of Lincoln, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the said described real property which the

Grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by him of the said Trust Deed, together with any interest which the Grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said Trust Deed, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the Trustee. Notice is further given that any person named in Section 86.753 of Oregon Revised Statutes has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the Trust Deed reinstated by payment to the Beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of said principal as would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, Trustee’s or attorney’s fees and curing any other default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the obligation or Trust Deed, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale. Without limiting the Trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the Trustee to state in this no-

tice that some residential property sold at a Trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the Trustee’s sale. In construing this notice, the masculine gender includes the feminine and the neuter, the singular includes plural, the word “Grantor” includes any successor in interest to the Grantor as well as any other persons owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by said Trust Deed, the words “Trustee” and “Beneficiary” includes their respective successors in interest, if any.

Dated: 3/1/2023

By: Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112 Successor Trustee Malcolm & Cisneros, A Law Corporation Attention: Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112 c/o TRUSTEE CORPS 17100 Gillette Ave, Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-8300 Order Number 89932, Pub Dates: 3/14/2023, 3/21/2023, 3/28/2023, 4/4/2023, THE NEWS GUARD

All roads containing areas to be chemically treated will be posted with a yellow sign two weeks in advance and re-posted with an orange sign with the specific chemicals used on the day of treatment.

Adjacent residents desiring an alternative to herbicides on their property may obtain an application for a current year “No Spray” permit. (Permit holders agree to maintain/remove vegetation themselves.) Markers are furnished by the county to define the boundaries of these areas. Reasonable precautions to avoid use of herbicides along the roadside between the clearly visible and posted markers will be taken. MARKERS EXPIRE EVERY JANUARY 1st Non-county signs and signs from prior years will not be honored and such signs may be removed by Lincoln County.

Obtain applications and information by mail (Lincoln County Road Dept., 880 NE 7th St, Newport, OR 97365), phone (541 -2655747) or online: www.co.lincoln.or.us/publicworks/page/permits. Including your property “map and tax lot number” will facilitate processing the signed application.

THIS IS AN ANNUAL PERMIT PLEASE REMOVE ALL OUTDATED SIGNS AT THE END OF EACH YEAR.

Continued from Page 1 is no app to download. The passport can be saved to one’s phone’s home screen for easy one-tap access.

Redeem

When visiting an art location, participants simply check in using their phone’s built in GPS, which will record their visit to count towards earning prizes.

A few of the nearly 50 art installations included in the Lincoln City Art Trail include:

Poppy (large interactive sculpture you can put into motion) - Artist: Pete Beeman Joe the Seal Lion (sculpture painted by artists) – Cur-

rent Artist: Justin Sparks Ozzie, Louie & Finnigan (sculpture mascots for the Community Center) Artist: Heidi Erickson

Lincoln on the Prairie (namesake sculpture for Lincoln City) - Artist: Anne Hyatt Huntington Octopus (mural) - Artists: Goonie Wolfe and Anthony Ortega Taft Arch - Artist: Fire Mountain Forge Vibrations (installation and ground mural) - Artist: Crystal Meneses

Glass float details

The glass floats offered in the art passport promotion have a long history with Lincoln City as part of its iconic

The Finders Keepers Glass Float project began in 1999 as a way to give Lincoln City visitors a chance to find hidden glass floats along the beach.

Finders Keepers tourism project. Several times each year, the Finders Keepers float fair-

ies carefully hide thousands of officially numbered glass floats along the seven miles of pristine beach in Lincoln

City, from Roads End on the north side of town to Siletz Bay on the south end. Floats can be found above the high tide line and below the beach embankment and are always hidden during daylight hours.

If you find a glass float… you keep it!

The glass floats are developed by local and regional artists. These special glass float drops have included a combination of unnumbered glass floats, antique Japanese glass floats, sand dollars, crabs, starfish, and holiday-themed floats.

When you find a glass float, call 541-996-1274, or text FLOATS to 866-9430443, or visit our registration page to register your treasure. You’ll receive a Certificate of Authenticity and information about the artist who crafted your float.

History

Finders Keepers began in 1999, when a local artist first thought of glass floats as an intriguing way to launch the new millennium. Lincoln City sponsored the project, hosting

Arrest

Continued from Page 1 used to solve these burglaries.”

Winn said the apprehension of the burglary suspect “is another great example of our citizens and businesses working in partnership with police to enable us to quickly respond to, and solve criminal activity in our community,”

Community engagement

LCPD patrol officers closely monitor businesses throughout the community, getting out of their vehicles to check to make sure doors and windows are locked after business hours.

The officers also continue to respond to home burglaries as well. In previous News Guard reports, investigators have outlined alerts and advisories about burglary suspects specifically targeting vacation homes in the city and waiting for opportunities.

If the renter leaves the house unsecured to go down to the beach or finishes the rental and the house isn’t fully secured, it offers an opportunity for crime. The suspects will watch rental websites to

the inaugural season in 19992000. Each year, tourists continue to come from around the country to search for their own brightly colored, signed and numbered glass float.

In days gone by, visitors searching Oregon’s beaches often found treasures from the far-east: blown glass floats in intriguing shades of green and blue.

Used by Japanese fishermen to float their nets, these spheres were as small as two inches or as large as two feet. They were collected, polished, and admired; the ultimate find for any dedicated beachcomber.

Today fishing vessels around the world use buoyant plastic, making glass floats a rare find – except in Lincoln City where these treasures can be found every October through May during the Finders Keepers season.

For information about Finders Keepers, visit www. oregoncoast.org/glass-floats/

For more information about Lincoln City’s Digital Art Trail Passport, visit www. oregoncoast.org/art-trail/

identify homes that are not occupied or go into a home right after someone who has finished their rental week, according to the LCPD investigators.

“Neighbors are starting to ban together, and they are placing security cameras on their homes and watching out for each other, and we are certainly encouraging those effort.” LCPD Chief Jerry Palmer told the News Guard in a 2018 published report. Community watch efforts are critical in deterring crimes in Lincoln City and that any photos or security camera videos can help as well, according to the LCPD investigators.

Law enforcement agents don’t encourage people to be confrontational, but if neighbors see something that isn’t right, or someone suspicious, they are urged to call police or sheriff’s deputies to investigate.

For more information about crime prevention and neighborhood watch programs, contact Lincoln City Police at the department’s non-emergency number, 541994-3636.

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Be Jeweled fundraiser set for May 13

STAFF REPORT Country Media, Inc.

The 14th annual Be Jeweled jewelry sale extravaganza is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 13 at the Central Coast Assembly Church, 236 NE 6th Street in Newport. All proceeds from the sale benefit Food Share of Lincoln County, which is dedicated to eliminating hunger by creating access to food through a network of partner agencies.

The sale includes more than 2,000 donated pieces of jewelry: everything from vintage pins, earrings and pendants to sterling silver necklaces and bangles.

Donors are very generous so there are also pearls, jade, and some fine jewelry of silver and gold. Handmade artisan pieces include earrings and necklaces made especially for the sale. There’s even a table for jewelers and bead artists looking for components to make their own unique pieces.

Food Share of Lincoln County Executive Director Nancy Mitchell said she believes that the appeal of Be Jeweled is that it’s completely unique.

Fast Fact

Food Share of Lincoln County serves more than 1,600 families and 4,000 individuals per month. It distributed more than million pounds of food and more than four million meals in 2021.

“There’s no other event like this on the coast,” she said. “It’s a great way to help Food Share by donating your gently used jewelry then shopping the sale for treasures new to you. We open the doors at 10 a.m. and let our shoppers seek out Be Jeweled treasures until 1 p.m. The doors close from 1-2 p.m. to give our 50 hardworking volunteers a break. Then with great excitement, we re-open the doors from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. for the half-price sale. We have dedicated shoppers who come year after year as well as folks experiencing it for the first time. It’s a super fun, great way to help the community.”

The annual Be Jeweled sale, as well as the year-round sales at Rustic Ridge Antique Mall, Nostalgia Estate Sales

Antique Mall, Oceanic Arts, and the Food Share of Lincoln County eBay store, raise over $25,000 per year. That money is used to purchase and distribute food for Lincoln County food pantries and partner agencies. Food Share of Lincoln County serves more than 1,600 families and 4,000 individuals per month. It distributed more than a million pounds of food and more than four million meals in 2021.

Donations of jewelry are accepted all year long at the following locations:

• Food Share of Lincoln County

• Lincoln City Cultural Center

• Newport 60+ Center

• Newport Chamber of Commerce

• Oregon Coast Bank - all branches

• Diamonds by the SeaNewport and Lincoln City

• Martek Real EstateNewport

• Rustic Ridge Antique Mall - Newport

For more information call Food Share of Lincoln County at 541-265-8578 or visit Food Share of Lincoln County’s website at www.foodsharelc. org

Courtesy photos Examples of the B Jeweled donations. See more photos at the Food Share of Lincoln County Facebook page.

Open Lincoln City Council position yet to be filled

JEREMY C. RUARK Country Media, Inc.

Following Ward 1 City Councilor Elaine Starmer’s resignation March 13, the Lincoln City Council was left with a vacant position to fill. During the city council’s regular public session March 27, councilors voted to wait until the November election to fill the post.

“The next available election is August, which would be a special election and cost the city around $10,000. A November election will cost the city between $1,200 to $1,600,” Lincoln City Mayor Susan Wahlke said.

According to Wahlke, there is one key qualification for any candidate seeking the open city council position.

“They must be a registered voter in Ward 1,” she said. Details about registration deadlines are expected to be determined by the Lincoln County Clerk and the Lincoln City Recorder at a later date, Wahlke said.

City charter

According to the Lincoln City Charter, a vacancy in the council shall be filled by appointment by majority of the council, provided; however, that the council may in its dis-

cretion call a special election for the purpose of filling such vacancy. The appointee’s term shall begin immediately upon his or her appointment and qualification and shall continue through the unexpired term of the appointee’s predecessor. During the temporary disability of a council member, or during a member’s absence from the city, the office may be filled protem in the manner provided for filling vacancies in office.

What the City Council does

According to the Lincoln City website, As the elected

legislative body of the City of Lincoln City, the Mayor and City Council have overall responsibility for the scope, direction, and financing of City services.

The City Council meets on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 6 pm. Meetings are traditionally held in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, Third Floor, 801 SW Highway 101, in Lincoln City.

Right: An election for the open Lincoln City city council position will be conducted in November.

Hitting the links: Taft HS golf update

WILL LOHRE Country Media, Inc.

Spring sports are in full effect at Taft High School (THS).

The THS Boys and girls golf teams have had their first matches, and though their squads are small and inexperienced, there is plenty of room to grow.

Boys’ Golf

Last year, Taft sent a boys golf team to the State Tournament, but only one varsity holdover remains on the squad this season. Of the five athletes taking part in golf at Taft High School this season, junior Christian Unruh is the only golfer with varisty experience. Last year, four varsity team members graduated, and now it’s about rebuilding the program.

“The team is “young” relative to golf experience. Though most of the team is returning, this group has not played for many years,”

Head Coach Andy Morgan said. “Most top-level, high school golfers begin well before high school and commit to playing year-round. The culture of golf is not mature in the youth rankings locally. We are working hard with our partners at Salishan Re-

sort and with the school to grow this opportunity for our young golfers.” At their first match in Salem on March 20, only Unruh was able to compete. While Unruh did not have his finest day, Morgan believes he is “aware of the challenges ahead and will work hard to overcome the hurdles to compete at a high level.” The other members of the team are not quite ready for the varsity level at this early stage of the season, but Morgan is not ready to write the team off.

“Christian is the only golfer ready to compete at State this season. Realistically, as a team, we are sitting about 6th position in a league that will be able to send three teams to the State Tournament,” Morgan said. “We have some work to do—but I am not going to count us out. I have coached teams in similar “pre-season” situations that surprised a lot of people by the end of the season.”

Though the team will undoubtedly strive to compete their hardest during the season, Morgan’s goals for his athletes extend beyond the fairway and the greens.

“Every team that I have ever had influence on has really had only one goal: become a better person through the lessons and challenges you

face while learning to compete,” Morgan said. “Honor and integrity are a couple of the principles of golf. Much of the game is executed while nobody is watching. We want these golfers to behave in this arena, often in the shadows, knowing that honor and integrity are more important than the score. Executed correctly, golf is a way for humility and honor to work as one.”

Girls’ Golf

Head Coach Tess Miller’s team is in similar circumstances to the boys program, as the team carries no varsity experience into the season. Comprised of three freshmen and a junior, the four Tiger golfers are about to embark on their first season.

“All four girls are brand new to golf and have never played prior to this season,” Miller said. “So this year is definitely a building year, they all have so much potential.

I’m excited to see their skills develop as the season goes on.”

In their first match Maya Freschi, Ariel Jim, Taylor Goodart and Alicenn Tolan competed in the JV division, as it was their first time playing nine holes in a competitive setting.

“The girls are all about

the same level right now. Golf is an extremely hard sport to pick up, but they have really surprised me with how far they have come in a really short amount of time,” Miller said. “One of the golf pro assistants at Salishan, Andrew Gerchak, has been graciously giving the girls lessons.”

Despite their inexperience, they played well at their first match, and the team will compete at the varsity level in their upcoming competition on April 3. With golf being a heavily individualized sport, Miller is focusing heavily on the mental component of the game.

“Golf is an incredibly mental game, and it is not fast-paced, so it really forces you to become mentally strong, to learn to let go, and move past a bad shot or bad hole,” Miller said. “In golf, you are also your own ref, so it requires a lot of integrity and honesty.”

Developing their fundamentals and mentality will be important for this inexperienced team as they progress through the season.

Follow THS sports results at osaa.org with feature sports stories at thenewsguard.com and in the Tuesday print editions of The News Guard.

Seaweed, it’s not just in the ocean

STAFF REPORT

Country Media, Inc.

As you head west to the beach in Lincoln City, you may be thinking about a nice stroll by the Pacific Ocean, and not about seaweed.

But a new Oregon promotion is underway to highlight seaweed as a new commodity.

A series of dining events in Portland and along the Oregon Coast put sea vegetables front and center, shining a light on bottlenecks and opportunities for Oregon’s seafare supply chain, according to the Oregon Coast Visitors Association (OCVA).

In February, the Winter Waters campaign, a dining event series designed to introduce Oregon restaurant-goers to locally grown seaweed, made a bigger splash than the organizers anticipated.

“We had so much more interest in Winter Waters than we could have imagined,” OCVA co-founder of the campaign and food systems value chain coordinator Kristen Penner said. “The series and team did a fantastic job creating market opportunities for producers in the Oregon seafare economy, building distribution pipelines and rallying new buyers.”

Penner teamed up with Alanna Kieffer of Oregon Seaweed and Rachelle Hacmac of Blue Evolution to create the series, who described the partnership as one of the biggest food collaborations to ever take place between Portland and the Oregon Coast.

Thirty chefs and restaurant partners in Portland and along the coast, from Astoria to Newport, educated diners about how to prepare sea vegetables and created seaweed-forward specials, from

crudo and cocktails to ramen and burgers.

Kieffer said one of Oregon Seaweed’s biggest challenges has been consumer education about how to cook the Oregon-grown Pacific Dulse, a deep purple, nutrient-packed seaweed that takes on a different flavor profile depending on how it’s prepared.

“It’s like a land vegetable,” Keiffer said. “There are going to be ways that people cook it and love it, and some ways that they won’t. The chefs participating in Winter Waters were remarkable at showing people creative ways to cook with seaweed.”

As Oregon Seaweed was breaking into the Portland market, the company would deliver small orders of dulse to restaurants, one at a time. It was an inefficient use of staff time and had a high carbon footprint, according to Keiffer.

Luckily, Keiffer noted, the market contraced with North Coast Commons, which provides delivery service for Oregon Coast farmers, ranchers, fishers, and makers of locally sourced specialty foods to reach customers along the coast and in Portland.

“Flying Fish was our first retail store in Portland, and we are excited that you will soon be able to pick up our Oregon Seaweed products at New Seasons across Portland,” Keiffer said. The series was scheduled to culminate with the Winter Waters Finale, Sunday, April 2, at The Salmonberry restaurant in Wheeler.

Salmonberry chef Charles Lutka is inviting chefs Maylin Chavez and Trever Gilbert into the kitchen to collaborate on Mexican-inspired dishes that celebrate local seafood

and sea vegetables. Winter Waters Partner Organizations

Blue Evolution Regenerative Seaweed is the global leader in regenerative seaweed ingredients for a sustainable future. By farming sea vegetables, they sustainably source nutrition from the ocean, reduce dependence on freshwater for crop production and mitigate ocean acidification.

Oregon Seaweed is the largest land-based seaweed farm in the United States.

They produce Pacific dulse in a thirty-tank operation, with locations in Bandon and Garibaldi. The company believes that healthy, fresh ingredients can help our world heal and is working hard to change the way people think about the food they consume.

Oregon’s Ocean Cluster Initiative (OCI), a project spearheaded by the OCVA, focuses on expanding the use of local sustainable seafood through infrastructure investments, workforce training,

and partnership development.

OCI is bringing together dozens of diverse entities who share a vision of strengthening coastal communities by shortening food supply chains. Making local seafood easier to find and buy will positively impact fishermen, processors, wholesalers, retailers and consumers.

OCVA is the official Regional Destination Management Organization for the entire Oregon Coast as designated by the Oregon Tourism Commission (dba Travel Oregon). OCVA inspires travel and strengthens collaboration to create and steward a sustainable coastal economy.

OCVA has the honor of working with coastal communities to align partnerships, destination development projects, and destination marketing with the vision of creating “a coastal utopia for all.” This includes coastal stakeholders, new and returning visitors, and the natural resources that make these coveted experiences so magical.

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The THS eft to Right: Ariel Jin, Alicenn Tolan, Maya Freschi, Taylor Goodart, who make up the Taft girls golf team.

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A Dulse oyster is nestled in a bed of seaweed.