Author: North Coast BBQ

Submitted By: pattyrinehart@nehalemtel.net – Click to email about this post

Dear Friends,

I think the problems of the reflecting pool in Washington, D.C. are minor compared to other problems our President Trump has created, but the story below tells just how it is not minor nor the money spent on this and his wars and immigration policies and the list goes on and on.

geneticliteracyproject.org/2026/06/25/viewpoint-trumps-reflecting-pool-algae-fiasco-points-to-a-bigger-culprit-climate-change/

Tell me how Trump became an expert on reflecting pools? His paid political backers obviously weren’t experts either. The American People, the American Taxpayers, deserve better.

As a member of the North County Resistance Peaceful Protesters, I momentarily think we are making some progress and then either the Congress or the Supreme Court mixes things up and squashes progress for Americans down again.

The following is a report from various agencies in Oregon about cuts to food benefits or SNAP. Thank you for taking the time to read this and please consider bringing food or checks for our local food banks to the Peaceful Protest this Saturday, June 27, in Nehalem, between noon and 2 PM. Thanks, Patty

In 2026, over 70,000 Oregonians lost or had their SNAP (food stamp) benefits reduced. This was driven by federally mandated changes from H.R. 1, which expanded work requirements, restricted lawful immigrant eligibility, and ended utility and internet allowances. The return of mandatory in-person renewal interviews has further compounded these losses. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]
Key effects of these changes include:
• Massive Benefit Loss: Roughly 70,000 fewer Oregonians receive benefits compared to 2025, with thousands directly impacted by expanded work rules that limit benefits for childless adults (ages 18–64) to three months within a three-year period. [1, 2]
• Community and Economic Impact: Individual households have lost an average of $287 per month in food purchasing power, stripping millions of dollars from local Oregon economies. [1]
• Strain on Emergency Food Systems: Organizations like the Oregon Food Bank are reporting dramatic spikes in demand, tighter supplies, and shortened pantry operating hours as residents rely more heavily on charities to make ends meet. [1, 2]
• Administrative Burdens: Oregon taxpayers and state agencies are facing increased costs. The state shifted millions of dollars in SNAP administration costs and nutrition education program losses onto its own budget. [1, 2]
• Changes to Purchasing: New federal restrictions on what can be purchased with SNAP dollars—including an effective ban on soft drinks, energy drinks, and candy—have also rolled out. [1]
For a full look at the data, the state’s official response, and ways to get local food assistance, visit the Oregon Department of Human Services Updates or the Oregon Food Bank for emergency food pantries near you.

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• What do SNAP cuts mean for all Oregonians in the long term?
Aug 22, 2025 — H.R. 1 eliminates all funding for Oregon’s SNAP Nutrition Education, a program that provides tools for families to make healthy fo…

Oregon Food Bank
• Oregon Department of Human Services announces federal changes to SNAP so that thousands of Oregonians who may be impacted can prepare
Sep 30, 2025 — The changes include: * **Utility assistance** Approximately 29,000 households will lose the Heating and Cooling Full Utility Allow…

Oregon.gov
• Implementing Trump’s tax law to cost Oregon $114 million in SNAP …
Jan 13, 2026 — Administrative cost sharing. The agency is requesting $54 million to cover the increase in SNAP administrative costs the state mus…

Oregon Capital Chronicle
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Submitted By: walnutstudiolo@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

Sanded Away: Revealing the Soul of Driftwood The new Manzanita Oceanfront Inn (nee Sunset Surf Motel) features a private collection of 20 one-of-a-kind driftwood art pieces with co-written artist statements by Geoff and Valerie Franklin / Walnut Studiolo.
We’re writing to share with the local community that we created a “digital gallery” on our website so everyone can experience the artwork for free, as well as a “behind-the-scenes” photo essay of how we made and installed it for the curious. Links to gallery and blog post: walnutstudiolo.com/pages/driftwood-art-gallery walnutstudiolo.com/blogs/blog/behind-the-scenes-creating-20-driftwood-art-pieces-for-the-manzanita-oceanfront-inn
We’re grateful to the folks at Cove Built, Escape Lodging, ZGF Interior Design, and Manzanita Oceanfront Inn for supporting local arts and artists!
Geoffrey and Valerie Franklin, Co-Owners Walnut Studiolo Original Modern Designs / Handcrafted Leather Goods 36005 Highway 53, Nehalem, OR 97131 Phone +1 503-447-6889 Email walnutstudiolo@gmail.com URL walnutstudiolo.com Subscribe to our 100% human monthly newsletter for sales, new products, how-to’s, and special offers, including 15% off your first order: walnutstudiolo.com/newsletter

Submitted By: barbaraandchuck@nehalemtel.net – Click to email about this post

If you need your windows washed, I highly recommend Clearview Window Cleaning.

They were timely, pleasant, hard working, reasonable and make the windows sparkle.

Contact them at 503-440-2713
Please do not email barbaraandchuck@nehalemtel.net

Barbara McLaughlin
Nehalem

Submitted By: barbaraandchuck@nehalemtel.net – Click to email about this post

he theme of the current Tillamook County Giving Guide is “Sowing Seeds of Love”.

Please check it out and give generously–sowing your own seeds of love.

The Giving Guide and detailed directories of the organizations can be found at www.northcoastbbq.com/local-resources/

The Giving Guide can also be found here:
www.northcoastbbq.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Giving-Guide-2025-26_Final_Spreads3.pdf

Not every organization can afford a paid profile, which pays for the production. So there is a list of contact information for all in the back of the Guide.

Here are descriptions of several of those organizations:

Nehalem Valley Historical Society
Neskowin Farmers Market
Nestucca, Neskowin & Sand Lake Watersheds Council
Neskowin Valley School

Nehalem Valley Historical Society
PO Box 704
225 Laneda Ave
Manzanita, OR 97130
503-407-5155
info@nehalemvalleyhistory.org
www.NehalemValleyHistory.org
Tom Mock tbmock2002@yahoo.com
Tom Campbell 253-670-9289
thomasacampbell@msn.com

Mission Statement: Nehalem Valley Historical Society is organized to research, preserve, and educate about the history of the area around Nehalem Bay and the valley of the lower Nehalem River for educational, charitable, and literary purposes.

One paragraph about your organization’s history/work:
NVHS fulfills its mission by archiving items of historical significance related to the lower Nehalem Valley, operating a museum with exhibits explaining our history and development into our current culture and presenting educational programs that make understanding our history more accessible.

Neskowin Farmers Market
PO Box 896
Neskowin, OR 97149
neskowinfarmersmarket@gmail.com
neskowinfarmersmarket.com

One paragraph about your organization’s history/work:
Saturdays, mid-May through September, 9am-1pm

Neskowin Valley School
10005 Slab Creek Rd
Neskowin, OR 97149
503-392-3124
info@neskowinvalleyschool.com
www.neskowinvalleyschool.com
Gina Smith, Head of School
Kelsey Leatherman, Board Chair

Mission Statement: Neskowin Valley School’s mission is to inspire joyful learning and to model intellectual curiosity, ethical conduct, and responsibility for each other and the natural world.

One paragraph about your organization’s history/work:
Neskowin Valley School’s goal is to provide the highest quality of education. Rooted in the Integrated Day School philosophy, the program focuses on developing children’s pleasure and excitement for learning through an experience-based program, increasing their problem-solving ability, and fostering an awareness and enjoyment of their unique capabilities. Concentrating on the arts and sciences with a three-year rotation of humanities and science topics, the integrated curriculum encourages curiosity and the drive for students to better their best. NVS also concentrates on helping each child develop a positive self-concept, respect and empathy for others, the ability to become constructive and contributing community members, and an appreciation for the natural world.

Nestucca, Neskowin & Sand Lake Watersheds Council
PO Box 86
34600 Cape Kiwanda Drive
Pacific City, OR 97135
503-965-2200
nnwc@nestuccawaters.org
www.nestuccawaters.org
Natalie Nites, Executive Director

Mission Statement: The mission of the Council, working in partnership with private and governmental stakeholders, is to improve the environmental health of our watersheds to benefit those who live and work within their boundaries and the fish and wildlife that depend on them.

One paragraph about your organization’s history/work:
The Council works with many partner organizations, agencies, and private landowners to accomplish restoration and enhancement goals by implementing projects throughout Nestucca, Neskowin and Sand Lake Watersheds. These projects include large wood placements, culvert removals, and riparian plantings. We love working with community members and private landowners so please contact us if you have any questions or projects in mind!