Category: General Interest

Submitted By: bigbeach@gmx.com – Click to email about this post

In 2002, just a few months after Dubya and Dick worked with the genocidal, murderous state of Israel and flew planes into two World Trade Center towers in NYC and then blew them up along with a third building, WTC #7, killing thousands of Americans, that treasonous administration attempted to overthrow the government of Venezuela and steal their oil.

This is a GREAT FILM about how Dubya’s mercenaries, the American media, his entire admin, totally failed in their attempt to overthrow Chavez. (Though they apparently killed him with cancer, a la Jack Ruby, just a few years later.)

The film about it is called THE REVOLUTION WILL NOT BE TELEVISED, and here is a link:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iH5nzZU0qCc

(An fyi, before he died, Chavez claimed at the United Nations that the US Navy had used an energy weapon to cause that first massive earthquake in Haiti. Iran, too, claims the US and Israel are using energy weapons for weather modification, effectively redirecting moisture and causing severe drought in Tehran.)

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

And

www.newsweek.com/iran-tehran-water-crisis-satellite-image-2112832

Drumf, too, during his first treasonous administration, spent 700-million dollars of USAID money trying to overthrow Venezuela – do not expect DOGE to look into this, as billionaire Elon is an anti-American traitor who gets 3-billion a year (maybe more??) of taxpayers’ hard-earned money for SpaceX, a company whose primary work is putting satellites into space so the Deep State/Blackrock/Palantir can make more war and also control us further via the digital world. Do not expect treasonous Elon to DOGE the billions he gets from our taxes for SpaceX. Elon is just a public-face/psy-op for the CIA/globalist/banker/pedophile class who seek to control the digital world and all who submit to it, which, sadly, is just about everyone these days (seriously, I don’t know why I bother sometimes). These billionaires steal and steal and steal from us, and then they pretend to be patriots as they ‘investigate’ the ‘theft’! And I gotta say, team red is just eating up this DOGE fakery.

Yes, Drumf failed in his first attempt to overthrow Venezuela. (Maybe because he has small hands, I don’t know.)

How many in MAGA even know that he did this five years ago?

And guess who was a key planner of the coup? John Bolton! Mr. Just Got Snagged by Drumf’s FBI is in the video…. What a bunch of murderous clowns…

Here is traitor Drumf’s failed attempt #1:

geopoliticaleconomy.com/2023/06/12/trump-venezuela-oil-coup/

And the original song: The Revolution Will Not Be Televised:

(Someone should re-write this and substitute FB, YOUTUBE, X, TIkTok, etc. for Coke, etc…)


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

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

Unfortunately video tapes full of precious memories degrade and the machines they run on are dying. My name is Drew and I can help you pass on those amazing family moments by converting tapes and DVDs into mp4 computer files. The process is easy, local and affordable.
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I live in Bayside Gardens, Nehalem so drop off and pick up are easy. Looking forward to working with you to save those funny little moments and your wonderful family celebrations! Cheers, Drew. nehalembayexperience@gmail.com

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

Here’s a link to Episode 136 of Stephen West’s great podcast Philosophize This!

Hannah Arendt’s work on authoritarianism, written post World War Two, has influenced generations of philosophers, scholars, political theorists and ordinary readers ever since. That said, her work can be a bit dense and long. West does an admirable job putting her work in context and communicating why it’s crucial to understanding and acting in the current rise of fascism and authoritarianism in the United State and elsewhere.

Certainly worth a half-hour of your time.

www.philosophizethis.org/podcast/banality-of-evil

Also on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sx1hLz1yL8M

Submitted By: dwieb1@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

From Australia’s ABC Global Affairs Editor Laura Tingle, an insightful analysis of the war in Ukraine. Noted commentary by Margaret MacMillan critiques American leadership (or lack thereof):

www.abc.net.au/news/2025-08-23/vladimir-putin-donald-trump-ukraine-russia-alaska/105667108

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

Hello Folks, just a reminder about the Saturday, August 23rd PROTEST in Nehalem. North County Resistance (NCR) will be there from noon to 2 PM. Trump has not taken over the City of Nehalem so we should be safe out there. A safe and peaceful PROTEST is our intent. We appreciate the people who are encouraging us and telling us to keep up the good work. Do we have people trying to discourage us, of course we do. We wish those people well and it is our mission not to respond to their negativity.

We invite you to join us for the Saturday, August 23rd protest in Nehalem at the city parking lot located at the bottom of the hill. North County Resistance (NCR) will gather from noon to 2 PM for a safe and peaceful demonstration. As far as we know, there are no disruptions expected, and the spirit of unity and community will be our guide.

We welcome everyone in our community to join us in peaceful dialogue and collective action. Whether you are a long-time supporter, a first-time participant, or simply curious, your perspective is valued. While we understand that not everyone agrees with our approach, we respect all viewpoints and remain committed to our mission of positive change. Our intention is to foster constructive conversations and mutual respect among all participants.

The weather is predicted to be hot, so we encourage you to dress in layers, bring water, a chair if you need one, and consider sunscreen or an umbrella for shade. These steps will help keep everyone comfortable and safe. If you have questions about what to bring or how to participate, please feel free to reach out.

If you wish to support our local North County Food Bank, you may bring food donations directly to the protest, where we will gather them and deliver them to the Food Bank in Wheeler each Tuesday. Alternatively, you can contact the North County Food Bank online at northtillamookcountyfoodbank.org for more information on donation guidelines and their current location in Wheeler. Monetary donations are gratefully accepted by check made out to NCFB, PO Box 162, Wheeler, Oregon 97147.

Your participation truly makes a difference. We encourage you to stand with us—bring your friends, family, neighbors, and club members to make your voice heard and help strengthen our community. The changes being made by our Federal Government affect us all, and together, we can work toward positive solutions.

Looking ahead, our next protest will be held during Labor Day week in Manzanita. Stay tuned for more details soon!

Thank you for reading, and let’s hope we get cookies again this week! Your presence matters—let’s come together for positive change.

And remember your WATER!

Best regards,

Patty

Submitted By: dwieb1@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

This is a long article, but very well written:

www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-interactive/2025/aug/21/justice-john-roberts-supreme-court

Submitted By: bigbeach@gmx.com – Click to email about this post

From propaganda piece linked below:

“Washington, which does not recognize Maduro’s past two election victories, accuses the Venezuelan of leading a cocaine trafficking gang called Cartel de los Soles. The Trump administration announced sanctions against the group and Maduro’s administration last month.’

www.barrons.com/news/maduro-says-mobilizing-millions-of-militia-after-us-threats-f8f2421

After seeing the above headline yesterday, I sent a note to friends ‘war with Venezuela soon’.

And here is the headline on Drudge 24 hours later:

“WAR WITH VENEZUELA”. drudgereport.com/

(Once your keyed in to the war machine, it’s not possible to see things otherwise.)

The article from Time linked on Drudge:

time.com/7310889/trump-maduro-venezuela-militia-us-navy-military-deployment-drug-cartels/

And it will be a bipartisan war don’t ya know!

From article:

“Democratic former Presidents Barack Obama and Joe Biden also opposed the Maduro government…”

Attacking Venezuela for drug interdiction is a TOTAL LIE. If anything, Drumf doesn’t want the drug-running CIA to have competition.

Also, isn’t the border secured now??? I coulda sworn I’ve seen Drumf pounding and pounding his chest over that…

At least the Democrat-aligned CIA thugs running Drudge admit Drumf is trying to start another war.

Neither article, however, mentions that Venezuela has the NUMBER ONE PROVEN OIL RESERVES IN THE WORLD, and that is THE ENTIRE REASON DRUMF WANTS TO MURDER INNOCENT FOLKS AND DESTROY FAMILIES: TO STEAL THEIR OIL.

Will American soldiers commit treason with anti-MAGA Drumf and join his oil-jihad/mass-murder campaign in Venezuela?

I challenge any lingering Drumf supporters to challenge me on any of this, especially any war-supporting military readers of this. Bring it on; tell us why this war is good, why it’s MAGA, why it’s moral. Drumf is a globalist war criminal, just like Biden, just like Obama, just like Dubya.

DRUMF IS ANTI-MAGA, just like Biden!!!! It’s the same Epstein-esque globalist anti-American pedophile tyrants running our country. We are occupied, we are not free.

Drumf wants to commit mass-murder and attack Venezuela, a country like Iran that poses ZERO THREAT TO AMERICAN SECURITY, ONLY TO STEAL THEIR OIL AND MAKE BILLIONS COMMITTING MAS-MURDER in the process.

America is in a serious crisis. Israel has more power over our country than Congress and the president, and now this from the banker/oil mass-murdering psychopath pedophiles.

Drumf wants OUR KIDS TO DIE so his oil buddies and bomb-building buddies, his banker buddies, can get rich of another new war, off more death, off bringing more hell to earth.

IF YOU STILL THINK DRUMF IS A CHRISTIAN, PLEASE WAKE THE HELL UP

Here is how the war machine works:

Biden’s handlers allow his admin to EXIT AFGHANISTAN and PIVOT to UKRAINE. Now Drumf’s handlers (he’s a cuck to organized crime, not a strong American man, that’s a character he plays) are having him EXIT UKRAINE and PIVOT to VENEZUELA for MORE WAR, MORE DEATH, MORE THEFT.

One way to look at VZ and Maduro: Venezuela was South Africa: Spanish whites took over the Indigenous folks and kept all the wealth, brutalized them, etc. Chavez and now Maduro are Nelson Mandela.

All of the propaganda is just that: propaganda.

VENEZULA POSES ZERO THREAT TO AMERICA

BUT THEY DO HAVE BROWN SKIN AND LOTS OF OIL

THERE IS NOTHING MAGA ABOUT ATTACKING VENEZUELA



IN FACT IT IS TREASON TO FORCE AMERICAN SOLDIERS TO GO TO A FOREIGN COUNTRY AND COMMIT MASS-MURDER ON BEHALF OF OIL COMPANIES AND THE PEDOPHILE BANKER CLASS

DRUMF NEEDS TO BE TRIED FOR TREASON, NOT IMPEACHED

(and to be quite clear, it is my view that Biden/Obama/Bush/Cheney/CIinton should ALL have been tried for treason. Drumf is just another anti-American treasonous occupant of the White House.)

And of course, since Drumf is a ‘strong American white male’, surely he can see our country through two wars simultaneously???

If you are anti-war, NEVER take your eyes off the pariah state Israel. And I hope the push to end the post WW2 experiment, known as the state of Israel, succeeds. Israel is a failed experiment and it needs to be dissolved, now.

Once again, this anti-war documentary dealing with Iran came about largely because of Chuck of this website:

rumble.com/v650oqa-targeting-iran.html

And if you want to know how Obama started our war with Ukraine back in 2014, please enjoy this film from Oliver Stone:



rumble.com/vwxxi8-ukraine-on-fire.html

And if you’re going to any of Wyden’s town halls this week, maybe ask him why he is supporting Drumf’s invasion of Venezuela. Wyden is the ranking member of the Senate Intelligence Committee; he knows full-well about Drumf’s plans to invade Venezuela, murder their children, and steal their oil.

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

100% In favor of Salmonberry Trail — The Salmonberry Trail will offer an incredible benefit to all of us and safe recreation route for all types of visitors and residents alike, walking, running, biking, ADA, or scootering. There are so many multi age users, that it will serve.
Opening a safe pathway from the Rockaway Beach wayside north past NHS and connecting Nedonna with access is a benefit we can’t completely measure yet. But the value in the rails to trails within other cities across the United States is astounding. It encourages healthy exercise and family activities, commuting and alternative transportation. It’s also about safety for commuting to the city center or to school from town.
My family has been riding the streets and gravel roads around Rockaway Beach for 20 years. To have a safe pathway (off 101) to the north end of our 7 mile beach is something we have dreamt of for years, not to mention all the way to Wheeler. Tillamook county has a gem just waiting to be uncovered and released for all to enjoy.
Rails TO trails, opening up, would further connect our neighboring towns. It would be very beneficial to tourism and commerce for all the communities – everyday all year long. The Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad is a wonderful tourist attraction. North of Rockaway Beach, it has structural limitations for the passenger train and a very limited schedule. I am 100% in favor of allowing that section of the track to be converted to use as a way that would serve all ages and abilities every day of the year.
Rails TO Trails is our best option north of the wayside in Rockaway Beach!

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United Paws’ Kittens of the Week – Meet the Logging Crew! Bucky, Skidder, Woody, Timber and Rigger were born May 29, rescued and housed by a loving foster family. These five kittens are determined to make the most out of every day! This silly crew is into serious fun!

They are each ready for the next chapter with a loving forever family. To learn more please visit unitedpaws.org, email unitedpawsapps@gmail.com or call 503-354-7438.

Submitted By: dwieb1@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

As Reagan liked to say: “Here we go again.”

The latest “cats chasing a laser pointer” event is about vote by mail.

From PolitiFact:
“After meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Aug. 15 in Alaska, Trump told Hannity that Putin said the 2020 U.S. presidential election was ‘rigged’ because of mail-in voting.”

Putin is manipulating Trump to sow distrust in US elections. It works because it plays to Trump’s ego.

This also helps distract Americans from what’s important, and the media is largely getting sucked in by it. Simply refuting the lies is not enough. Any news story that fails to point out what’s behind the current rhetoric is a disservice to the public.

-Dave

Submitted By: mbeach125@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

North County once had stately churches, schools and hotels. Then so-called improvements replaced vintage construction. Wrecking balls destroyed valuable resources from Bay City to Nehalem. Now an impulse from north county’s youngest city would destroy our oldest remaining investment.
Leaders in Rockaway want a mile of rails torn from the railroad built over a century ago. Those rails helped connect cities along Tillamook and Nehalem Bays with the valley. Demolition would cut the historic ties which brought so much prosperity to Tillamook County. And which promise to bring so much more.
For 13 years the Salmonberry Trail Agency, a coalition of public agencies and private organizations, has developed plans to convert the old railroad into a hiking/biking trail. Plans include keeping the rails along the coast for tourist trains. The Port of Tillamook Bay website features details.
Officials at the Port Authority have custody of our priceless legacy. The Salmonberry Trail uses our railroad heritage as a bridge to a profitable future. Please ask members of the Port Authority board to prevent one special interest from destroying that vision.

Mark Beach — Manzanita

Submitted By: 69dboardman@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

Nehalem Massage (Dennis) has one opening for a 90 minute massage today at 1pm. Maybe you’re seeing this post because you are overdue for a deep tissue massage. We are located in Nehalem, off Hwy 101 on 8ta. Although we’vs been providing massage services for 30+ years, we just opened on the Coast this year. This is your chance to try us out.

NehalemMassage.Com shows my phone #. You can call to book if interested. $175 cash or check.

If not today, please visit our website : BayCityWellness.com for other times/dates.

Thank you NCBBQ for your service

-Dennis Boardman

Submitted By: bigbeach@gmx.com – Click to email about this post

Black woman podcaster Candace Owens (Former Drumf supporter) talks with gay white dude Milo (millions of damage done via PROTEST RIOT when he was scheduled to speak at UC Berkeley in support of Drumf in 2016. Fires and whatnot!!!).

Both dress in black for this ‘MAGA funeral’.

Herein:



Oct 7th False Flag by Israel, what did Drumf know and when? His daughter, who converted to some form of Judaism, is married to Jared Kushner, who has made millions of dollars in real-estate investments in the Israeli takeover/genocided areas of Palestine.

Candace asks ‘Was it treason?’… when Drumf’s DHS, run by famed puppy-killer Kristi Noam, put on its website that they would withhold FEMA disaster-relief money to states that refuse to do business with Israel?

Why did Drumf campaign on ‘Epstein justice’, then call his supporters stupid for falling for ‘a hoax’?

Pam Bondi defends Epstein’s crimes, as she goes after pro-Palestinian/anti-genocide protesters???

FBI Director/Epstein cover-up guy, Kash Patel, Brahman-class/India is gay, FYI…

Drumf says DEI now only for Jews on American college campuses???

rumble.com/v6x72wk-what-does-israel-have-on-donald-trump-candace-ep-224.html?e9s=src_v1_sa%2Csrc_v1_sa_o%2Csrc_v1_ucp_a

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

Hello to our PROTESTERS who came out this past Saturday in Nehalem. North County Resistance is a local group dedicated to advocating for civil rights and supporting our broader community. The North County Resistance (NCR) appreciates all of you. And were those cookies so over the top or not? About 35 people showed up, at one of our larger gatherings in Nehalem. We are not breaking any laws when we protest. We understand not everyone agrees with us. We are not out there protesting just for ourselves, but for people who are not able to get out, people who fear their lives and their families’ lives are crumbling around them due to our Federal Government. PROTESTING is what people do when we face the rigging of election maps, the rollback of Civil Rights, and the lack of respect for human dignity, to name a few. Over 90% of people driving by on Saturday agreed with us.

This next protest will be on Saturday, August 23, and North County Resistance will be back in Nehalem from noon to 2 PM. Please join us and engage in this Active PROTEST. Bring what you need to stay comfortable for the two hours—water, a chair, some layers of clothing. Don’t give up on DEMOCRACY!

REMEMBER—The gathering at St. Catherine’s Episcopal Church is scheduled for Wednesday, August 27, starting at 5 PM. The topic will be Civil Disobedience—Rights and Responsibilities.

In addition to our activism efforts, supporting our local community is also important. Many people have asked me about the North County Food Bank. Please go to their website www.northtillamookcountyfoodbank.org/ to see what is happening there. We need to support this valuable institution in our community.

Thanks, Patty

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

We are looking for help with our 4.5 year old Bernedoodle! He is very friendly but overly excitable and a bit attached to us and loves to bark at anything moving in front of our house. We would love to find an experienced dog training to help us out, along with a local doggy day care for the days that we are just too busy!

Please let us know!

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

Tillamook County has been allocated $3.78 million. “It is gratifying to see this example of cross-agency partnership to ease the housing crisis,” stated Parker Sammons Housing Commisson coordinator.”

To see the full press release please use the link below.

docs.google.com/document/d/1l57CKb-rG9DIBSr0Hyu2azVOqwDTtJ9oSlPEzJFp7eo/edit?usp=sharing

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

Upcoming Events and Community Support Opportunities

North County Resistance Protest

Time: Noon to 2 PM

Location: Nehalem

We invite you to join us, even if just for a short while. Please be prepared for wet weather by bringing rain gear, chairs, umbrellas, signs, water, or anything else you might need to stay comfortable. This is a peaceful protest. As families and children may pass by, we kindly ask everyone to use respectful language.

Support the North County Food Bank

How You Can Help: Please consider bringing non-perishable food items or making a cash donation to support our local Food Bank during the protest. If you prefer, you may also mail a check to:

NCFB, PO Box 162, Wheeler, Oregon, 97147

Monthly contributions are especially appreciated, and every donation, big or small, makes a difference for our neighbors in need. Thank you for your generosity!

Civil Disobedience: Know Your Rights and Responsibilities

Date: Wednesday, August 27

Time: 5 PM

Location: St. Catherine’s Episcopal Church, 36335 N. Hwy 101, between Nehalem and Manzanita

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

It is my hope that we find ways to emerge
out of our safe enclaves, ways to unite
into collective actions that will begin to
effectively block and heal the disease
that is upon us. A deep bow to our lost
elder and our dear Barbara.

A Dream

A flag, a bible, a stream of endless
lies, your word means nothing to you.
The art of your moment is deceit.
Every lie a slight of hand, a distraction
inviting hate. Broker of treason and
intimate assault, you have no idea
what you are doing. You lost the dream
of America. We all see there is a better
than this. We carry the decency to keep
a promise, hold the wish to serve, honor
an oath to follow and enforce the law.
Together, we will find a way; Take back
the power and voice of the common good.
Your assumed privilege will be denied,
the energy of hope will rise, the long arc
of justice will slowly open again.
Behind bars, you can heal what is broken
or go down failing in your own mad bunker,
as the light of America returns, a dream
that will endure, out of many, one.

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

This comes from MomsRising.org. “At a press conference Monday afternoon, President Trump declared that he’s taking over the Metropolitan D.C. police and sending the National Guard into the city. Citing a public emergency due to a surge in violent crimes in DC. The fact is, President Trump’s claims that there is “rising violence in the capital” is false. In fact, violent offences fell after reaching highs in 2023 but in 2024, they hit their lowest levels in 30 years. [1] What’s taking place in DC is nothing new. The Trump administration has targeted DC and its allies before. DC will not remain silent but it needs your help. Tell your member of Congress to stand down the escalation of federal forces and respect DC. Here’s what’s happening: The President has formally declared a public safety emergency, stating that the Justice Department is now in charge of the Metropolitan Police Department. With plans to activate and deploy 800 National Guard. The troops will start to appear on DC streets as soon as this week, working in shifts of 200 to provide “a physical presence in support of law enforcement.” [2] However, the data is the data and it shows that DC is currently at a 30-year violent crime low and DC’s crime stats show that violent incidents have dropped this year. What’s clear is that crime is falling in DC; there’s been a substantial drop in violence since the summer of 2023. [3] The dismal and bleak image that the administration paints, is not the reality for many DC residents. In fact, District leaders have condemned the President’s actions and criticized the takeover of the police department. [4] Tell your member of Congress to stand down the escalation of federal forces and respect DC. Here’s how you can help: DC is home to 700,000 residents but they don’t have a single voting member in Congress. Meaning, there is no one to advocate on their behalf so we’re asking for help from allies across the country and that includes you.
DC wants Congress to do everything within their power to stand down the escalation of federal forces in the District. They need members of Congress to stop freezing the local budget, stop the attempt at overturning local laws and to pass H.R. 51, the “Washington DC Admissions Act,” which would grant Washington, DC statehood. Thanks for all you do, Namatie, Monifa, Nate, Kristin, and the whole MomsRising.org & MamásConPoder Team P.S. Please take a moment to take action – and then also to pass along this action link to other people in your life (and to post the action link on your social media).” Thank you! Lydia Felley

Submitted By: bigbeach@gmx.com – Click to email about this post

rumble.com/v6xjk6g-trumps-new-digital-money-will-track-seize-and-silence-you.html?e9s=src_v1_homepage-player-lineup
The interview linked above is an outstanding explanation of what the dissolution of cash will mean for each of us, regardless of political party, religion, etc.
In my view, MAGA was right to oppose CBDCs (Central Bank Digital Currencies), as they are totalitarian, anti-freedom and anti-American.
Like Drumf did when Epstein’s buddies got away with all sorts of sick stuff during the Biden regime, he also harnessed the anger of MAGA over Biden’s planned CBDCs.
What liar Drumf has done is worse: he is privatizing the upcoming totalitarian no-cash digital payment system, and that will mark the official end of our once great country.
Now Epstein’s buddies (most of his crimes were financial), Musk, Jamie Dimon the Rothchilds, the Rockefellers, etc., will now be in control of our digital payment system, complete with a social credit score, like has been done in China for several years now. Here in America, during ‘red’ regimes, ‘blue’ folks can expect a lower social credit score, and during ‘blue’ regimes, ‘red’ folks can expect a lower social credit score.
How far the totalitarians will go remains to be seen.
Want a revolution?
USE ONLY CASH

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

Just another Wheeler Debacle!
So, our Interim City Manager, who chose to not take the position, wants a $30,000 a year raise to stay until we find a replacement??? Make that make sense.
Here is a portion of the City Manager notes for our next meeting scheduled for August 20th
Also included, for your viewing pleasure, is the current and past pay rates for said position.
The City should just get an Interim from the League of Oregon Cities for that price!!!! Especially since the Interim Manager states having mediation with the boss (City Council Member(s)) is too expensive. Huh???
Probably a good idea to be at the next Council Meeting.

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

Here’s a link to the newsletter Manzanita Today website. The August issue is out.
www.manzanitatoday.com/

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

Hello Community,

The NBGC has an 8ft canopy frame which needs a canopy and a 10ft canopy which needs a frame. Do you by chance have either you’d like to reasonably rid yourself of? Thought I’d ask the Community before buying on line. Thank you for looking! Please text me at 503-936-1511

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

North County Resistance (NCR) extends our heartfelt thanks to the 30-plus individuals who joined us in Nehalem this past Saturday. The energy was uplifting and positive—many participants noted their appreciation for the 1.5-hour duration, especially with the challenging heat. Thanks to your support, we were able to deliver over 100 pounds of food to the North County Food Bank last month, demonstrating the power of community action.

NCR is often asked: What are we protesting? Here’s a clearer explanation of the issues we’re standing against—each one represents a significant threat to our democracy:

Manipulating Electoral Maps: Redrawing voting districts to favor specific political outcomes undermines fair representation for all citizens.

Rolling Back Civil Rights: Efforts to weaken protections for marginalized groups erode the fundamental liberties that form the foundation of our democracy.

Mass Deportations: Forcing large numbers of individuals and families to leave their homes tears apart communities and disregards basic human rights.

Slashing Health Care: Reducing access to essential health services puts vulnerable populations at risk and increases inequality.

Slashing Education: Cutting funding for public education limits opportunities for young people and jeopardizes our shared future.

Intimidation of Dissent: Threatening or silencing those who disagree stifles free speech and open debate, which are vital to a healthy society.

Billionaires vs. the People: Policies favoring the ultra-wealthy over the needs of ordinary citizens deepen social and economic divides.

Our next protest will take place in Nehalem on Saturday, from noon to 2 pm. Everyone is welcome—your voice and presence make a difference!

We continue to have the means to transport food or monetary donations to the North County Food Bank. Be as generous as you can. If you would like to donate food or funds, please contact us at or bring items to our next event. Together, we can make a tangible impact in our community.

Thanks,
Patty

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Meet Sully and Simon, United Paws’ Kittens of the Week. These brothers were abandoned, rescued by United Paws, and fostered in a loving home. 

Simon and Sully will fit beautifully in a home with children or other pets.  They have no hesitation playing with the foster’s small dog and children. Although they are curious and unafraid, they know when to back off if an older cat or dog is not in the mood for play. 

These two love to play, chase, jump, and climb towers.  Their world is filled with curious objects and they consider everything a toy! A box, a string, or balls of paper will entertain Simon and Sully for hours. 

Right now, Simon and Sully have two speeds: stop and go, but they are learning to snuggle with their humans. These kittens will bring love, entertainment and fun to a family of their own, and they are ready to find a loving home.

To learn more, please visit unitedpaws.org or call 503-842-5663/email unitedpawsapps@gmail.com.

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

Free and fair elections are the cornerstone of democracy – but they require investment. In 2020, Congress appropriated $825 million to help states run secure, accessible elections. For 2025, that number has dropped to just $15 million – or less than $300,000 per state. That’s not enough to ensure safe, reliable, and equitable elections for millions of voters.

Across the country, local election officials are being asked to do more with less. They’re facing a perfect storm of challenges: Aging infrastructure, including decades-old voting machines, shortages of trained poll workers, disinformation and declining public trust, cybersecurity threats, physical threats to election workers, and new restrictive laws that make election administration more complex and costly.

At the same time, restrictions on third-party support and the elimination of key federal resources, including the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s (CISA) election security programs, have left many local offices with fewer tools than ever. This funding gap creates deep inequities. Wealthier communities can often fund election upgrades through local revenue. But rural areas and lower-income jurisdictions are left behind – making our elections less accessible and less secure.

Election funding has historically enjoyed bipartisan support, and recent polling shows that nearly 70% of Americans believe the federal government should play a stronger role in election funding. This is not a partisan issue – it’s about safeguarding our democracy and ensuring that every American can vote without barriers.
I urge you to contact your members of Congress and ask them to support restoring election security grants to at least $825 million for FY26 and commit to consistent federal investment in the years to come.

Thank you for your attention to this vital issue.

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

Call to Action – Everyone is Needed

Thank You for Standing With Us!

We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the 30-plus people who joined us on August 2 in Nehalem for our protest. Your presence fuels our movement and inspires hope for real change.

Who We Are – North County Resistance

Our group, North County Resistance, brings together community members from throughout the tri-city area who are committed to making a difference. At our last event, we met an inspiring visitor—a woman who, though in town for a funeral, took the time to protest with us. She noted, “You have the same gray hair group we have at our protests.” While we are proud of the dedication of our regulars, we know our movement’s strength grows when new voices join the chorus.

Why Your Voice Matters—A Call for Younger Members

Younger voices bring fresh ideas and energy that help us adapt and grow as a movement. Your perspective can spark innovative approaches and expand our reach into new communities. If you’re interested in making a difference, consider volunteering to help get more protesters. I am looking forward to having our Elected State Officials, our County Commissioners, our City Governments, and all social organizations showing up to protest.

What’s at Stake – Protecting Our Community

As our national government continues to enact sweeping budget cuts, essential programs hang in the balance. Recent changes threaten vital services—like food assistance for local families, access to affordable healthcare, and resources for those in need. By joining our protests, you help defend these critical supports and ensure our community’s wellbeing for generations to come.

Upcoming Event—Join Us in Nehalem!

Time: Noon to 1:30 PM (note time change)

Location: Nehalem

What to Bring:

Signs (we have extras if you need one)

A chair

Water

A positive spirit for this Positive PROTEST

Sign Guidelines:

If there’s an issue you care about, write it on your sign.

Please keep signs clean and respectful—children will be viewing them.

If you have ideas for reaching more people or want to join our next event, please contact us or bring a friend along! Each new face not only strengthens our numbers but also brings fresh energy and perspective to our cause. And yes, please pass this note along to people on your email lists—we are making a difference and with your help, we will make more.

Our Impact Through Donations

We are making a difference in our community by our donations to the North County Food Bank. For example, last month, our contributions helped provide groceries for 15 local families. Every Tuesday, we deliver food and money collected at our PROTESTS directly to the NCFB in Wheeler.

If you’d like to contribute, checks can be sent to NCFB at PO Box 162, Wheeler, Oregon, 97147. Also, remember that Nehalem Bay Community Services is delivering lunches to students in the Neah-Kah-Nie School District. To help with this program, you can mail a check to NBCS, PO Box 232, Nehalem, Oregon, 97131.

Together, we are creating meaningful, positive change in North County—thank you for standing with us! Thanks, Patty Rinehart

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

Neahkahnie Water District (NWD) is currently seeking a System Operator.

NWD serves the residential community of 400+ homes north of the Manzanita City limits, all within Tillamook County, Oregon and provides water services to the residential community of Neahkahnie. The district focuses on water conservation and community engagement.

Job description and application can be found on our website:
www.nknwd.org/hiring-system-operator

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

Hello Community,
I have a 15 yr old guest coming tomorrow for the weekend. She is very much into learning the Cello and is taking lessons. Unfortunately there was no extra room in the car to bring hers. Do you by chance have one I could borrow? This is a very responsible, respectful young girl and I’d love to hear her practice and play. Please call or text me at 503-936-1511. I could pick up tomorrow afternoon or Saturday. Thank you for any consideration.

Constance Shimek