Category: General Interest

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

Greetings from the North County Resistance group. We will be PROTESTING once again on November 8, in Nehalem, from noon to 2 PM. We will gather at the main intersection in Nehalem; parking is available nearby. Look for our signs and friendly faces to join in. We do hope you will join us. My phone is showing me it will be cloudy and cool. The 21 people who met last Saturday to PROTEST got a little wet. It was fine when we started and then there was a mad dash to cars to get the rain gear on. So, dress in layers and don’t forget the rain gear. Bring your signs if you have some—we always have some to share. I like to bring a chair, but with the rain last week sitting was not so comfortable.

When 2 PM came last week we all gave a huge cheer to one another.

5 weeks plus of the Government Shutdown. Absolutely no winners in this game. The American people are the losers. SNAP benefits cut in half and food banks are serving at least twice as many people. We are very lucky to live where we do as so many people are stepping up with donations, cash, and such to help provide food for many in our community.

Every can of food or dollar donated helps a local family in need—just bring your items to the protest or drop them off. Yes, we continue to collect food for the North County Food Bank at our PROTEST. You don’t have to be part of the PROTEST, but just drop off food, checks, cash for whatever organization you wish to donate, and we will get your donation where you want it to go.

A couple of addresses for you would be North County Food Bank, PO Box 162, Wheeler, Oregon 97147. Currently the NCFB cannot take clothing. The Nehalem Bay Community Services Food Pantry in Nehalem is taking both food, clean clothing and bedding, blankets, and such. Let’s start getting those closets cleaned out—we’re not the same size we used to be. Both organizations are doing their best to help in this crisis.

Last week, one participant shared how receiving food from the pantry made a difference for their family. Moments like these remind us why we come together—thank you for being part of this caring community.

Ideas for giving food include, breads, cereal, meats, frozen meals, eggs, cottage cheese, yogurt, fresh produce, canned fruits and vegetables, canned meats, peanut butter and jelly, soup, chili, catsup, mayo, flower, sugar, yeast, to just name a few items. Consider a box of food to feed a family of 4 for a day or two. You get the drift and the gift! Save your receipts for a tax deduction if you qualify.

Thanks to this generous community for all your donations and support so far. We have just a little over two weeks until Thanksgiving. Kids will be out of school with no breakfast or lunch they would normally get at school on Thursday and Friday. How can you help with that? What would your kids want?

Best,

Patty Rinehart

Submitted By: fire.jousts0z@icloud.com – Click to email about this post

I’m very skeptical about the contract that has been let for the rebuild of Classic Street.

It is narrow, only 20 feet. I believe that in the YouTube video of the Council Meeting on October 5, 2025, it was said there would not even be a yellow stripe down the center.

This is an arterial used by large RVs (busses, even) and trailers to and from the State Park. It will become much busier. It’s already narrower than it should be (which is 22 feet according to the extensive planning the State ODOT gave us), and the $400,000 Manzanita paid to a superior national engineering firm. That firm was fired, their excellent plan discarded. (It had a west retaining wall to designed to curtail long-term road failure on the west side). A contractor who bid unsuccessfully on that $400,000 design now has a legal protest against the City.

The new design has no western retaining wall, only paying for a City-built $400,000 cost Classic Cottages wall. The Cottages neighborhood will then own and keep up the wall built by the City.

When it comes to a “Value vs. Cost” equation, the City, for a pittance of difference between a higher value, better lasting road and a slightly cheaper narrow road, has chosen the latter. Another classic decision.

Submitted By: rkinor@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

The Purpose Section of City Ordinance 91-2 dealing with City streets assures citizens that its “provisions shall be held to the minimum requirements adopted by the City for the protection of the public health, safety and welfare.”

At their November 5th Meeting, our Council will consider passage of a Resolution to reduce the paving width of a portion of Classic Street as part of the current reconstruction project that in effect would create vehicle travel lanes that will only meet the minimum standards for a residential street. Classic Street is not a residential street, it is a Collector Street that carries more and larger vehicles than a residential street is designed for. The Council should be prepared to explain how approving a street design intended for neighborhood residential streets protects the public’s health, safety and welfare given the volume and type of vehicles that travel on Classic Street.

Unless a City Ordinance contains language that grants the Council authority to consider changes, a Council is not authorized to alter the minimum standards contained in a City Ordinance no matter how expedient or well intentioned the reason. The City Council in 1991 that enacted the lane width standards for Manzanita streets under Section 3 of Ordinance 91-2 intentionally omitted any provisions or process that would allow future Councils to reduce total paving widths to less than 22 feet for Collector Streets.

The relationship between an Ordinance as a permanent enforceable law and a Council Resolution is not a particularly difficult concept for the Council to understand. The primacy of a City Ordinance over a Council Resolution is made clear to each Councilor as they pledge to uphold existing Ordinances upon taking their oath of office.

The saying when you find yourself in a hole, quit digging fits the Council’s present predicament. This project lurches from one questionable decision to another and trying to tidy up the mess with this Resolution only heightens the Council’s desperation to regain community confidence.

Wednesday night is an integrity check for Council members. Will any of them quit digging and say no to this Resolution or will they continue to dig in unison?

Randy Kugler

Submitted By: Keeks54@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

Let’s Talk Tillamook: Food Insecurity in Tillamook
A Conversation with Julia Wentzel Regional Manager, Tillamook County Services,
Oregon Food Bank (~500 words)
October 29, 2025

Editor’s Note
This Q&A is based on an interview with Julia Wentzel (Regional Manager, Tillamook County
Services, Oregon Food Bank) on what changes to SNAP mean for our community. Listen to the full interview at:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVvP2bCONic

Q: What is SNAP, and how does it affect Tillamook County?
A: SNAP, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, formerly known as food stamps, is
government support that helps low-income families buy food. In Tillamook County, about
one in six residents and one in four children rely on SNAP. Yet, many more people qualify
and aren’t receiving benefits. It’s a significant part of how families put food on the table.

Q: How will upcoming changes to SNAP affect our community?
A: Starting January 1, 2026 changes mandated by federal legislation (H.R. 1) will make it much harder for able-bodied adults to qualify. Currently, adults who are struggling but able-bodied can still receive limited assistance. That waiver will end, meaning those individuals can only receive SNAP for three months every three years. Even though the policy targets adults, it will ripple through families. Parents are the ones buying food, after
all.

Q: And now, with the potential government shutdown, how does that play into this?
A: If the shutdown continues, SNAP benefits could be frozen for everyone beginning November 1. The USDA has chosen not to use contingency funds this time, so benefits that usually refill monthly simply won’t appear. Families are panicking. We’ve already seen a surge in visits to food pantries across Tillamook as people try to prepare for losing those benefits.

Q: What can people do to help right now?
A: The number one way to help is by donating funds. Financial donations allow us to buy
food in bulk and stretch dollars further. You can donate at oregonfoodbank.org and select the Tillamook location to keep funds local. Food donations are also welcome, especially
shelf-stable, healthy items, but please call first since our sites are short-staffed. Another big help is creative community support: pay-it-forward grocery programs, food drives, or even picking up an extra bag of groceries for a neighbor. And of course, advocate. Food insecurity is a result of policy decisions, not food shortages. Reaching out to legislators matters.

Q: Who can visit a food pantry?
A: Anyone who needs to. Pantries ask that you self-identify as needing food, but no proof of
income is required. We collect minimal information, and you can remain anonymous if you
wish. To find a pantry near you, visit oregonfoodfinder.org . You can search by location or need.

Q: How big is the economic impact of SNAP locally?
A: SNAP brings about half a million dollars a month into Tillamook County. That money
supports local grocery stores, farmers, and businesses. When SNAP benefits are cut, it
doesn’t just affect families. It affects our entire local economy.

Q: Any final thoughts?
A: We’re so grateful to the Tillamook community. The need right now is beyond what food
banks alone can meet, but people here truly care. As we head into the holidays, remember that food is a basic human right, and even a small act of generosity can make a huge
difference for a neighbor in need.

Learn more or donate at oregonfoodbank.org

Note: This interview was conducted on October 29, 2025. Federal funding for SNAP
benefits during the federal government shutdown is in flux. On October 31st, a federal court
ruling ordered the Administration to use contingency funding to provide SNAP entitlements
for November. However, the rollout of SNAP benefits in Oregon may be delayed.
Let’s Talk Tillamook is an independent community project led by experienced broadcasters
and journalists dedicated to providing accurate, factual information and thoughtful conversations for the people of Tillamook County.

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

November 1, 2025

We were in and out of our rain gear in Nehalem today. Then someone pointed out a rainbow! This group of people were both serious about their mission and wanting to figure out how they could help our community as we continue our journey to provide, at a minimum, food security.

I’m not sure where to start here. Let’s say we start at food security. From today we have 8 weeks between now and December 27-about the end of the year. My sense is that many people in our area can donate something to the following organizations that serve individuals, families, and children of our community.

Nehalem Bay Community Services, PO Box 232, Nehalem, Oregon 97131.

North County Food Bank, PO Box 162, Wheeler, Oregon 97147.

Family Resource Center/Neah-Kah-Nie Resource Center, PO Box 28, Rockaway Beach, Oregon, 97138.

If you give $5 for these eight weeks=$40

If you give $10 for these eight weeks=$80

If you give $15 for these eight weeks= I’m thinkin’ =$120

Think about what you might be able to give each week for the next 8 weeks. A $1 a week helps too. Now to give, you can mail your donation to each group or give it to me at next week’s Protest in Nehalem. We are there from noon to 2 PM and want to support all groups. We are here for our community and humanity.

What else can we/you do? You tell me. Ideas and help are needed from everyone. You tell me.

Thanks,

Patty

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News and Events that shaped October 2025 on COAST TIME
www.youtube.com/channel/UCtDisMjv9_ezqqTav8qUrdg

Submitted By: Website@unitedpaws.org – Click to email about this post

United Paws of Tillamook still has some kittens available to warm your holidays. These kittens have been loved in foster homes, socialized, spayed/neutered and vaccinated. They are available individually or in bunches.
Are you ready to adopt and bring some new love and life-affirming energy into your life? Learn more about these and other adoptable friends at unitedpaws.org, or email unitedpawshelp@gmail.com to schedule a “Meet & Greet”.

Submitted By: genedieken@yahoo.com – Click to email about this post

The story of a key.
A beautiful video explaining the journey J.S. Bach takes you on in the first Prelude in C major of The Well-Tempered Clavier.

Gene Dieken

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

PROTEST-NOVEMBER 1-NEHALEM

North County Resistance will be PROTESTING in Nehalem on November 1, at the Public Parking Lot, from noon to 2 PM. Please join us for this Peaceful Protest. We will be focusing on how to make daily life better for each person in our country.

Previous protests have brought out many ideas-to list a few:

We care for each other, not just ourselves.

I want a democracy we can pass on to our kids and grandkids.

I’m concerned about the assault on people of color.

I have courage being with others-we must not give up.

Donald Trump is working to destroy the many exceptional American institutions that

make our country great.

Love and kindness are much bigger than hate and fear.

I am horrified at the blatant disregard for our constitution.

We are losing our democracy, and I need to do what I can to get it back.

Not quite in a nutshell, but there it is. Raingear is probably required, bring a chair, we have extra signs, and don’t forget your positive attitude. We’ve got to continue our quest!

On another note: We continue to collect food for the North County Food Bank in Wheeler. As I am sure you are all aware there are several places in North Tillamook County, the area that covers School District 56, from Garibaldi to the Tillamook County line to the north, who are always there to help people who need a little more security than what they might have. I want to send out some information about these places to you. Some of you have already received it. One correction is the Nehalem Bay Community Services contact information. It should read PO Box 232, Nehalem, Oregon 97131. Apologies for this mistake. A friend of mine commented on the question of separating the PROTEST from Security issues. She said food security, housing security, clothing security, and all the other securities people face is a human-to-human issue-has nothing to do with politics. I hope you agree.

Please pitch in and help our neighbors. Only 4 Saturdays left before Thanksgiving so we really need to dedicate ourselves. Thanks!

Security in Tillamook County means more than just feeling safe—it’s about ensuring everyone has what they need to thrive: healthy food, stable housing, warm clothing, and comfortable bedding. As we look toward 2025, these essentials remain at the heart of our collective well-being. Whether you’re a longtime resident or new to the area, you play a vital role in making our community secure for all.

Our Community’s Commitment to Security

Across Tillamook County, neighbors come together to support one another. From volunteers packing meals to organizations gathering donations, the spirit of generosity is alive and well. Let’s walk through some of the dedicated groups making a difference—and how you can join in. This note concentrates on people who reside in the Neah-Kah-Nie School District 56, stretching from Garibaldi to the north Tillamook County Line.

Nehalem Bay Community Services: Nourishing Families, One Meal at a Time

When you enter Nehalem Bay Community Services, you’ll likely meet their great volunteers. Last year, the organization distributed over 5,000 meals to families in need, supported by donations of food, clothing, linens, and more. Their food pantry welcomes everyone Monday, Friday, and Saturday (10 AM–2 PM), and Wednesday (1 PM–5 PM). Senior lunches are served and delivered on Tuesday and Thursday, offering not just nutrition but companionship.

Want to help? Drop off canned meats, peanut butter, bread, or other staples. Every contribution—big or small—makes a direct impact. Nehalem Bay Community Services, PO Box 232, Nehalem, Oregon 97131.

North County Food Bank: Support for All Ages

Transitioning from Nehalem Bay, the North County Food Bank in Wheeler is a lifeline for many. “We had nowhere else to turn, and North County Food Bank made sure my family didn’t go hungry,” shares Tom, a local resident. The food bank opens its doors every Tuesday at the old clinic building located in Wheeler, providing groceries to people of all ages. While their Clothing Bank is temporarily closed, food and financial donations are urgently needed to keep shelves stocked.

To lend a hand, consider donating food or funds. Every dollar and every can counts. North County Food Bank, PO Box 162, Wheeler, Oregon 97147.

Rockaway Beach Lions: Bringing Holiday Cheer

As the holidays approach, the Rockaway Beach Lions step in to deliver food baskets to families and seniors. “Receiving a holiday basket from the Lions made us feel remembered,” says Maria, a grandmother in Rockaway Beach. These gestures bring warmth and joy to many who might otherwise go without during the holidays. Rockaway Beach Lions, PO Box 611, Rockaway Beach, Oregon, 97136.

Meals for Seniors, Inc.: Supporting Independence and Friendship

For over two decades, Meals for Seniors, Inc. has helped older adults stay independent and connected. “It’s not just about the food—the friends I’ve made here mean everything,” says Evelyn, a regular at St. Mary by the Sea Church dining hall. Serving and delivering meals on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, the organization provides over 12,000 meals each year, along with opportunities to socialize and feel cared for.

Volunteer, donate, or simply spread the word to support their mission. Meals for Seniors, PO Box 852, Rockaway Beach, Oregon 97136.

Neah-Kah-Nie School District Family Resource Center: Empowering Students and Families

To bridge the gap for students, the Neah-Kah-Nie School District’s Family Resource Center sends food home with kids on weekends and offers extra support during the holidays. “The backpack program helped us get through tough times,” notes a grateful parent. By assisting students from Nehalem and Garibaldi Grade Schools through to the Middle and Senior High School, the Resource Center ensures no child goes hungry.

Learn more and discover how you can help by visiting their website. Family Resource Center – Neah-Kah-Nie School District

How You Can Make a Difference—Step-by-Step

Donate Essentials: Bring canned food, peanut butter, bread, or other staples to local pantries. Ask your organization or church to host donation drives.

Contribute Financially: Give $5 at your next meeting or consider a one-time gift to any of these nonprofits.

Volunteer Your Time: Help sort donations, serve meals, or deliver food baskets.

Spread the Word: Share this newsletter, encourage others to join, and advocate for community support.

Stay Connected: Look for updates on what local organizations need most and check back often to see how you can help.

Please volunteer and donate what you can. Your compassion and involvement ensure that everyone in Tillamook County can enjoy a safe, secure, and welcoming home. Together, we can make sure no one goes without the essentials. Thank you for listening, giving, and caring—let’s keep the spirit of community alive in 2025 and beyond.

Best,

Patty

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Thanks in advance.

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Join us Saturday, November 1 at 10 am for Tillamook County’s version of “Civic Saturdays” with Jim Heffernan hosting. The sermons explore new and better ways to be a citizen. They are aimed at developing “citizenship muscle. We will need “muscle” to bring power back to “We the People”, where it belongs. Each sermon functions as a stand-alone sermon. Don’t worry about missing earlier sessions.
This week’s sermon, number 18 of 19, is “Too Busy To Love” and is 39 minutes long. Eric Liu expands on the central point that if we are to heal our politics, we need to do it ourselves with an amalgam of hope, optimism, and love, especially love. I found this sermon very inspiring. I was surprised at the inclusion of the 14 principles of Marine Corps leadership. We can talk about the sermon afterwards, or not.
Sermon was first given on June 18, 2018, but, sadly, little has changed in the last seven years. I think what he has to say applies to 2025 maybe more than it did 2018.
Zoom link below
Invite link for Saturday 10 AM
us06web.zoom.us/j/88905106346?pwd=TEaw5qfSN2X5UoxBHgZSF7UsqwMugD.1
Recordings are available for those who are unable to attend the zoom. Contact me at codger817@gmail.com and I’ll e-mail one to you. Recordings also available for earlier sessions.

Submitted By: nehalembayexperience@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

Ukes Play Astoria,
Zombies Play TAPA,
The Hugs Play the Fort
and Magnificent Animals Play the Rodeo.
Local Events This WeekEnd – COAST TIME
run time 3:45 – no Ai – Cheers, Drew.
www.youtube.com/channel/UCtDisMjv9_ezqqTav8qUrdg

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

Security in Tillamook County means more than just feeling safe—it’s about ensuring everyone has what they need to thrive: healthy food, stable housing, warm clothing, and comfortable bedding. As we look toward 2025, these essentials remain at the heart of our collective well-being. Whether you’re a longtime resident or new to the area, you play a vital role in making our community secure for all.

Our Community’s Commitment to Security

Across Tillamook County, neighbors come together to support one another. From volunteers packing meals to organizations gathering donations, the spirit of generosity is alive and well. Let’s walk through some of the dedicated groups making a difference—and how you can join in. This note concentrates on people who reside in the Neah-Kah-Nie School District 56, stretching from Garibaldi to the north Tillamook County Line.

Nehalem Bay Community Services: Nourishing Families, One Meal at a Time

When you enter Nehalem Bay Community Services, you’ll likely meet their great volunteers. Last year, the organization distributed over 5,000 meals to families in need, supported by donations of food, clothing, linens, and more. Their food pantry welcomes everyone Monday, Friday, and Saturday (10 AM–2 PM), and Wednesday (1 PM–5 PM). Senior lunches are served and delivered on Tuesday and Thursday, offering not just nutrition but companionship.

Want to help? Drop off canned meats, peanut butter, bread, or other staples. Every contribution—big or small—makes a direct impact. Nehalem Bay Community Services, PO Box 156, Nehalem, Oregon 97131.

North County Food Bank: Support for All Ages

Transitioning from Nehalem Bay, the North County Food Bank in Wheeler is a lifeline for many. “We had nowhere else to turn, and North County Food Bank made sure my family didn’t go hungry,” shares Tom, a local resident. The food bank opens its doors every Tuesday at the old clinic building located in Wheeler, providing groceries to people of all ages. While their Clothing Bank is temporarily closed, food and financial donations are urgently needed to keep shelves stocked.

To lend a hand, consider donating food or funds. Every dollar and every can counts. North County Food Bank, PO Box 162, Wheeler, Oregon 97147.

Rockaway Beach Lions: Bringing Holiday Cheer

As the holidays approach, the Rockaway Beach Lions step in to deliver food baskets to families and seniors. “Receiving a holiday basket from the Lions made us feel remembered,” says Maria, a grandmother in Rockaway Beach. These gestures bring warmth and joy to many who might otherwise go without during the holidays. Rockaway Beach Lions, PO Box 611, Rockaway Beach, Oregon, 97136.

Meals for Seniors, Inc.: Supporting Independence and Friendship

For over two decades, Meals for Seniors, Inc. has helped older adults stay independent and connected. “It’s not just about the food—the friends I’ve made here mean everything,” says Evelyn, a regular at St. Mary by the Sea Church dining hall. Serving and delivering meals on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, the organization provides over 12,000 meals each year, along with opportunities to socialize and feel cared for.

Volunteer, donate, or simply spread the word to support their mission. Meals for Seniors, PO Box 852, Rockaway Beach, Oregon 97136.

Neah-Kah-Nie School District Family Resource Center: Empowering Students and Families

To bridge the gap for students, the Neah-Kah-Nie School District’s Family Resource Center sends food home with kids on weekends and offers extra support during the holidays. “The backpack program helped us get through tough times,” notes a grateful parent. By assisting students from Nehalem and Garibaldi Grade Schools through to the Middle and Senior High School, the Resource Center ensures no child goes hungry.

Learn more and discover how you can help by visiting their website. Family Resource Center – Neah-Kah-Nie School District

How You Can Make a Difference—Step-by-Step

Donate Essentials: Bring canned food, peanut butter, bread, or other staples to local pantries. Ask your organization or church to host donation drives.

Contribute Financially: Give $5 at your next meeting or consider a one-time gift to any of these nonprofits.

Volunteer Your Time: Help sort donations, serve meals, or deliver food baskets.

Spread the Word: Share this newsletter, encourage others to join, and advocate for community support.

Stay Connected: Look for updates on what local organizations need most and check back often to see how you can help.

Your compassion and involvement ensure that everyone in Tillamook County can enjoy a safe, secure, and welcoming home. Together, we can make sure no one goes without the essentials. Thank you for listening, giving, and caring—let’s keep the spirit of community alive in 2025 and beyond.

Best,

Patty

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mailchi.mp/evcnb.org/ebrief-10272025 Click the link above to read:
EVCNB eBrief October 27, 2025 – Are You Prepared For More Than The Big One?
Also in this issue:
Nehalem Bay Medical Reserve Corps & CERT Trailers Orientation
Steve Eberlein Presents at the Pine Grove Community House – recording of event
Nehalem Bay Fire & Rescue Open House
GoBag Pop-Up Shop Saturday, November 15, 1:00 – 1:30 PM
Take our WaSH Class Saturday, November 22, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Submitted By: maggie@spamanzanita.com – Click to email about this post

For everyone who’s been wondering… yes, the tanning bed is still here at The Studio House & Co. (formerly J Marie Salon)!

It never really went away — and it’s sticking around for a while longer. So if you’ve been missing that quick dose of warmth and color, now’s your chance to enjoy it while it lasts.

It’s self-serve, $12 per tan, and no appointment needed — just scan the QR code when you drop in.

And if you’re craving a deeper, restorative kind of warmth, the Infrared Sauna with Red Light Therapy at Spa Manzanita is just down the road — perfect for easing tension, boosting circulation, and chasing away the coastal chill.

Infrared Sauna — Spa Manzanita
Tanning — The Studio House & Co., Nehalem

Warmth inside. Glow outside.
www.spamanzanita.com | www.thestudiohouseco.com

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Tragady on the Siletz,
Tillamook Road Closures,
Echinoderms invade Seaside and
New video from No Kings Manzanita.
COAST TIME Week In Review
run time 4:11 – no Ai – Cheers, Drew.
www.youtube.com/channel/UCtDisMjv9_ezqqTav8qUrdg

Submitted By: janbehrs@hotmail.com – Click to email about this post

I don’t know who to contact about this. The blue box that an organization has placed at the Manzanita Transfer Station to collect eyeglasses is always overflowing. No one comes to empty it. Would the organization responsible for this box being there please empty it monthly, or take it away. Thank you.

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Meet Tilly and Quill, United Paws’ Featured Felines. Tilly is a young mama cat, and Quill is her charming kitten (son). They were both rescued and fostered by a United Paws volunteer, and have been vaccinated and spayed/neutered. They are an extremely playful pair, enjoying the cat toys and towers to the fullest.

Interested in adopting this loving, multi-generational pair? You can view videos of them in action and learn more at unitedpaws.org. You can also schedule a “Meet & Greet” by emailing unitedpawshelp@gmail.com.

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

Dear Folks,

Due to the weather report for tomorrow North County Resistance is CANCELLING tomorrow’s PROTEST in Nehalem. A suggestion would be for protesters to take time to write letters to our elected officials. Give them an earful! I’ve been working on something to send out to you today. I got this information from typing “How does government shutdown effect Oregon”. I’m doing the copy and paste method, and it appears some sentences are broken up, but am sure you can figure it out.

The government shutdown is expected to significantly impact Oregon, affecting federal workers, social services, and the economy, with potential long-term consequences if it persists.
Impact on Federal Workers.

Furloughs and Pay: Approximately 30,000 federal workers in Oregon may face furloughs or be required to work without pay during the shutdown. This situation creates uncertainty and financial stress for many families.

Essential Services: While some federal employees, such as air traffic controllers and TSA workers, are deemed essential and will continue to work, they will not receive pay until the shutdown ends.

Effects on Social Services
Healthcare Programs: Social Security and Medicare will continue to operate, but applications and services may experience delays due to reduced staffing. The shutdown could also lead to increased health insurance premiums, with estimates suggesting a 68% increase in Oregon for those on the Affordable Care Act exchanges.
Food Assistance: Programs like SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) are expected to continue, but prolonged shutdowns could lead to delays in benefits.

Economic Implications
State Economy: The shutdown could have broader economic repercussions, particularly if it lasts for an extended period. Experts warn that the costs of uncompensated care in healthcare will ultimately be borne by the public, affecting everyone in the system.

Public Services: National parks, including Crater Lake, will remain open, but services may be limited due to staffing shortages. This could affect tourism and local economies reliant on visitors.

Political Context
Legislative Stalemate: The shutdown stems from a failure to reach an agreement on a spending bill, with both parties blaming each other for the impasse. Oregon’s lawmakers have expressed concerns about the negative impacts on families and essential services.

In summary, the government shutdown poses significant challenges for Oregon, particularly for federal workers and those relying on government services. The longer the shutdown continues, the more pronounced the effects will be on the state’s economy and public welfare.

Hoping to get together with you next Saturday, November 1. Thanks for being a part of this community.
Best, Patty

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NOTE: Manzanita Dixie did not post this!

Here is an article taken from the Willamette Week, written by a former Democratic Governor about the state of Oregon! With my comments in CAPS

MY FEELINGS………………..

OREGON NEEDS THIS:……
Proposed by a former Democratic governor Ted Kulongoski! The former governor says he remains a proud Democrat but is DISILLUSIONED with the condition of Oregon.
AND YOU SHOULD BE TOO….you live here – don’t you know what is going on……..

He is behind the “Voters Fairness Act.” Initiative 55 would amend the Oregon Constitution to eliminate partisan primaries, and Initiative 56 would create a new process in which all candidates would be listed on a single ballot, with the top two vote-getters advancing to the general election.

“I don’t think the current process is functioning in the broadest interests of Oregonians,” Kulongoski says. “It’s working for interest groups and people with money.”
INTEREST GROUPS AND PEOPLE WITH MONEY!!! YEP
WATCH FOR THESE INITIATIVES – MAKE OREGON GREAT AGAIN!!!!!!!! Initiatives. 55 and 56!!!
THIS IS NOT RANK CHOICE VOTING

You can read the whole article from the newspaper……….
www.wweek.com/news/state/2025/10/22/kulongoski-lends-his-name-to-new-ballot-initiatives-pushing-for-open-primaries/

Submitted By: codger817@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

Join us Saturday, October 25 at 10 am for Tillamook County’s version of “Civic Saturdays” with Jim Heffernan hosting. The sermons explore new and better ways to be a citizen. They are aimed at developing “citizenship muscle. We will need “muscle” to bring power back to “We the People”, where it belongs. Each sermon functions as a stand-alone sermon. Don’t worry about missing earlier sessions.
This week’s sermon , number 17 of 19, is “Are We Enough?” and is 37 minutes long. Eric Liu expands on the central point that if we are to heal our politics, we need to do it ourselves with an amalgam of hope, optimism, and love. I found this sermon very inspiring. We can talk about the sermon afterwards, or not.
Sermon was first given on June 2, 2018, but, sadly, little has changed in the last seven years. I think he has to say applies to 2025 maybe more than it did 2018.
Zoom link below
Invite link for Saturday 10 AM
us06web.zoom.us/j/88905106346?pwd=TEaw5qfSN2X5UoxBHgZSF7UsqwMugD.1
Recordings are available for those who are unable to attend the zoom. Contact me at codger817@gmail.com and I’ll e-mail one to you. Recordings also available for earlier sessions.

Submitted By: mkuestner10@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

Mark Kuestner
To learn facts, go to an actual reliable source: The last Manzanita City Council meeting, Oct. 8 update is just that. Our Council and our City Administration is made up our our neighbors, who are honest people and are doing their jobs in full public view. Insulting them, while handy for attempting to manufacture social media outrage is tacky and inaccurate. And coming from an individual who has cost Manzanita tens of thousands of dollars in frivolous legal costs and whose vindictive actions have directly wasted innumerable hours of staff time over the years makes assertions about funding issues even more absurd. The presentation on Classic St. Project was very interesting, and we now have a work-around to the way too-expensive west-side of Classic retaining wall: Relevant audio of that meeting starts about 17 minutes into the City Council meeting. https://youtu.be/DMaatrAquhw For further clarification, the Council invites all of us to send questions to their shared email address: citycouncil@ci.manzanita.or.us

Submitted By: genedieken@yahoo.com – Click to email about this post

Of course, Dixie! It had to be Soros who shelled out the cash that caused seven million people to come to the conclusion that Trump and his Project 2025 hooligans are bad for America and then to show up in 2700 places coast to coast!

I’m sure he blew through a wad of cash buying inflatable frog costumes.

And of course! Those who did show up Saturday, in addition to being Soros-paid agitators, were terrorists, Marxists, pro-Hamas and antifa who hate America. House Speaker Mike Johnson and his Whip, the congressman from Lake Woebegon, Tom Emmert, were stalwart in telling us this in front of every camera they could find.

By modern standards, Soros’ wealth is out of scale compared to the tech bros who now embrace Donald Trump and the fascist right. And yes, Soros does spend his money in support of projects many moderate and left-wing people would consider generally appropriate.

George Soros net worth: 7.5 billion. He and his organization have probably given away 30-ish billion over his lifetime. He controls no global media/information platforms.

Elon Musk net worth: 490 billion. He literally bought the 2024 election for Trump, including just handing out cash to voters. He controls X and Grok AI. You can GoogleAI the worth of Musk’s delusional, far-right, eugenicist tech friends for yourself.

Koch family net worth: 150 billion. They fund Heritage Foundation/Project 2025.

Of course let’s be real, these days Those-Clouds-Are-Chemtrails!! is a far more compelling conspiracy theory than Soros-Funds-Everything-I-Don’t-Like.

Gene Dieken

(Usual note: Dixie Darrow is NOT the proprietor of the lovely Dixie’s Vino on Laneda in Manzanita.)

Submitted By: dixiedarrow@icloud.com – Click to email about this post

The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) building in Portland has been damaged by protestors. In June 2025, protestors broke glass doors and caused other damage, leading to the building being temporarily inoperable for nearly a month. Authorities have since arrested and indicted individuals for acts of vandalism and other crimes, including the damage to security cameras. 
Damage details: During protests in June 2025, protestors broke glass doors at the ICE facility. Other incidents included flammable material being placed against the building and a lit flare being used. One man was indicted for allegedly causing over $1,000 in damage to security cameras.
Impact: The incidents led to the facility being forced to close for nearly a month (from June 13 to July 7).
Law enforcement response: Federal agents have responded with pepper balls and rubber bullets during the demonstrations. The city of Portland police have made arrests, and a federal grand jury has indicted at least one man for damaging government property. 
Many more arrests have taken place this October.
The above info was copied from a page on the internet.

Do you think it is OK to damage property? What should happen to people who violate the law and damage property and buildings? What should happen to persons who block streets so that people going and coming home from work cannot get through? How about protesting from 10 pm to about 3 am in the morning sleep depriving persons who live in the area and have to go to work everyday? All these things are against the law -public nuisance and noise violations – but should be ignored? Sen Ron Wyden who is an Oregon senator even though he doesn’t live here, which is against law -says nothing is happening here – crickets – over reaction from the feds!
There is plenty to see if you watch the up-to-date videos on the internet. Portland used to be a wonderful city – I have lived in Portland from the time I was 13 and then retired here at the coast. I went to Portland State college and spent a lot of time in the park blocks downtown.
There was hardly any crime and no homeless people.

WHAT HAPPENED TO THIS ONCE BEAUTIFUL CITY,
AND WHY?

Submitted By: rkinor@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

Ms. Sophorn Cheang
Director of Business Oregon

Ms. Cheang,

The Manzanita Mayor and City Manager in describing to State officials the City’s need for funding the reconstruction of Classic Street specifically highlighted the failing road base and the need for a retaining wall along the west boundary of Classic Street.

Citizens were given the same story including a design for vehicle travel lane widths that complied with the City’s minimum standards for vehicle safety. We’re now getting none of this.

The City will claim that it doesn’t have enough money to pay for the recommended design. That’s a false explanation.

The City’s General Fund which is substantially funded by visitor Transient Lodging Tax revenue contains approximately $3.7 million dollars in unappropriated revenue in the current Budget. The purpose of these funds is to ensure that the City has adequate operating revenue from the start of the fiscal year on July 1st until property taxes are distributed from the County in November.

For Manzanita, the General Fund is not as dependent on property taxes as most other cities. A generous unappropriated ending fund balance to meet this contingency would be $500,000 thus leaving $3.2 million that City officials would be hard pressed to explain why these funds are not being used for City infrastructure improvements like Classic Street. There is nothing to prevent the City from spending these funds after completing a supplemental Budget process

City officials tell us that visitors pay for most of the City’s infrastructure and then refuse to allocate a single dollar of the available TLT revenue from the General Fund for this project. The hypocrisy of City officials is on full display.

20 years ago City officials were responsible for the initial poor design and construction of Classic Street that has given rise to the present unsafe conditions. Given a second opportunity, will they repeat their blunder based on false claims of an inability to find funding?

Ms. Chaeng, as I see it, Businesses Oregon has two options. Require the City to comply with the construction of the retaining wall and street design that was a part of the City grant funding request from your department. Businesses Oregon then becomes a partner in resolving a public safety issue and providing a long term stable Classic Street that provides safe transportation to both residents and the thousands of visitors who are coming to Manzanita and traveling on City streets.

Or, Businesses Oregon ignores the City’s stated objectives that were the basis of its funding request, fails to question the City’s false claim that it lacks funding to construct the project as recommended by its consultants, shrugs at the construction of a major street project that fails to meet minimum standards for public safety and is content to be a partner in a project that does nothing but put another band aid on Classic Street.

Ms. Cheang, Manzanita citizens are entitled to an explanation as to how your agency plans to address the status of this project going forward given the above facts.

Respectfully, Randy Kugler

Submitted By: nehalembayexperience@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

Zombies at TAPA,
Stand Up at NCRD,
Mojo at Netarts,
Fruit and Veg at the White Clover Grange!
COAST TIME WeekEnd PreView – October 23, 2025
run time 3:15 – no Ai – Cheers, Drew.
www.youtube.com/channel/UCtDisMjv9_ezqqTav8qUrd

Submitted By: dixiedarrow@icloud.com – Click to email about this post

DISCLAIMER: According to Alexa, there are 38,500 female persons in the US with the name Dixie! There are 135 female persons in Oregon with the name Dixie! So when you see an article in the BBQ written by Dixie, and you think it is the Dixie in Manzanita with the wine shop, you are not using critical thinking skills. Is it possible there could be another person named Dixie in this area? Yes! Its possible! If you have been rude to the Dixie in Manzanita because of mistaken identity, bring her some flowers and tell her you’re sorry. Thats how we all get along!

I have been seriously thinking about the local “NO KINGS” marchers. The people who turn out every Saturday for the “NO KINGS” march, care very much about our country. It takes a lot of dedication to turn out every Saturday. There is no question about their patriotism. These are dedicated people who love and want to protect their country.

I am guessing that they think that something is wrong somewhere with our country and they want to stop it! They are right in thinking something is wrong!! There is something very wrong! Most of us who try to keep up with what is happening feel the same way. So they do the “NO KINGS” protest, and the rest of us try keep up with the latest best info – (Not to be found in main street media) What we have found so far:
The following in no way demeans the patriotism
of the local NO KINGS protesters.

“THE NO KINGS” rallies are funded! These protests are funded!! The signs, the messaging, the TV promotions in the news, etc. about these rallies are funded by the George Soros’s “Open Society Foundation”!! ( I do not think the local protests here is funded in any way) The Open Society Foundation, founded by George Soros is the world’s largest private funder of independent groups, SECRETLY working towards a “One World Government.” George Soros funded with millions of dollars, district attorneys running for that office, who vowed not to prosecute criminals!

KEY FINDINGS – the following information is from the FGA – the Foundation for Government Accountability:
George Soros has spent $40 million to elect district attorneys in states across the country. Soros backed district attorneys have a track record of failing to prosecute criminals, leading to rising crime rates across the country.

These Soros-backed district attorneys now represent more than 70 million Americans— They are now poised to treat ELECTION SECURITY the same way they have treated public safety!!

ELECTION SECURITY AND PUBLIC SAFETY backed by George Soros dollars? BYE BYE AMERICA!

Right now Oregon has the worst voter rolls in the nation – proved by a lawsuit brought about by Judicial Watch. ( legal document to be found on the internet)

The One World government is to be achieved by many different ‘quiet weapons’ such as laws sneaking past unknowing voters, TV news that distorts reality, funding Antifa and opposition groups etc. This ‘one world government’ will not be a democracy – It will be more like, but worse than, Chinese Communism!

We should all be worried! President Donald Trump is very small potatoes compared to the power of these groups that want to have a One World Order! POWER and MONEY? They have most of it, but they don’t have the power of the people. That is why they are dividing us and pitting us against each other. A COUNTRY DIVIDED AGAINST ITSELF CANNOT STAND. Do you get it now!!

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

Please join our North County Resistance Group this coming Saturday, October 25 in Nehalem from noon to 2 PM. We need to protect health care, end the shutdown of our government, make sure people have enough food, stop the harassment of all our citizens, and do it in a peaceful manner. We need to keep up our commitment to non-violence while sending a message to our elected officials that we are not happy. More later.

Best,
Patty

Submitted By: jettkeyser@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

To be in a community that can fill its streets with love and hope, fill its food banks and shelters with what is needed is quite something to experience…

Saying Goodbye

To What Is So

Things became clear at his memorial.
Life-giving questions returned and we
were all blessed by this gift.
Absent our assumed distractions
and generations of repeated lines,
we can begin to feel, feel what
we are feeling, open a source
of blessing and grace. Coming down
to what is so, down with the power
of what is given, we can take
the uncommon step, seeing things
just as they are, allow the heart
to break, learn how to weep
in the remaining light. Witness
to the pain and cries of this world,
how can we live in communion
with what nourishes and honors life
and how are we to sustain this awake
relation to what is always arriving
in awareness? As we apprehend
how everything passes into silence,
how it is never clear when and if
we will ever meet again, life-giving
questions can return: How much love
do we wish to offer; How much love
are we able to receive? Together,
let us lay our burdens down.