The 2024 Surfside HOA election was presented as another routine exercise in community democracy. In reality, it became a case study in how controlling the process can be just as powerful as controlling the outcome—and how censorship doesn’t always look … Continue reading Censorship by Committee: How the 2024 Surfside HOA Election Silenced Dissent
When I ran for the Surfside board in 2023, I was a complete outsider. I didn’t know any board members. I didn’t know anyone on the committees. I didn’t belong to any group or slate. I had proposed looking at … Continue reading An Outsider’s First Run: What the 2023 elections taught Me About Surfside’s Elections
When planning a trip through Oregon or Washington, it’s essential to check road conditions to avoid delays, hazardous weather, or unexpected closures. Whether you’re commuting for work, heading to the mountains for skiing, or taking a scenic coastal drive, staying … Continue reading Checking Road Conditions in Oregon and Washington: A Traveler’s Guide
Trees are among the oldest guardians of life on Earth. They give us the air we breathe, shelter the living world around us, soften storms and heat, and stand patiently through generations, watching human stories unfold beneath their branches. Forests … Continue reading Roger Tofte: The Man Who Built a Forest of Wonder
From the edge of Seabreeze Lake, it is easy to believe the water stops there. The surface looks still. The canals seem quiet. The Pacific feels far away. But science tells a different story: every drop that falls on Surfside, … Continue reading The Pacific Ocean Is Not a Ditch! Why Pacific County Must Protect Surfside Trees to Protect the Sea
. The 2022 Surfside HOA election results weren’t just decisive. They were structured. Most people look at election results and see winners and losers. Clearly you can see a pattern. And when you sort the candidates by votes received, what … Continue reading The Numbers Don’t Lie: How Proxy Ballots Shaped the 2022 Surfside Election in favor of Surfside Preservation.
Calling all stout lovers, beer aficionados, and craft spirits fans — the Peninsula Pre-Funk is coming to the Long Beach Peninsula Friday and Saturday, February 13 & 14, with two nights of live music, tastings, discounts, and dark-themed fun at … Continue reading Peninsula Pre-Funk: A Two-Day Dark Beer & Spirits Celebration on the Peninsula
If you’re looking for proof that the Long Beach Peninsula doesn’t hibernate in winter, just look at the live music calendar at Ilwaco Cider Co. From February through April, the taproom at 116 Spruce St. E in Ilwaco is hosting … Continue reading Ilwaco Cider Co. Turns Winter Into Concert Season With Packed Live Music Lineup
Developed by NuraLogix, the Anura® MagicMirror™ represents a major step forward in non-contact health screening. This first-of-its-kind tabletop smart mirror uses a simple 30-second facial scan to estimate vital signs and health risk indicators—no wearables, cuffs, or personal devices required. … Continue reading Anura® MagicMirror™: Mirror Mirror on the Wall whose The Healthiest of them All
With its debut at CES 2026, LG CLOiD™ moves the idea of a fully automated home from concept to something surprisingly tangible. Unveiled by LG Electronics, the AI-powered home robot is the centerpiece of LG’s Zero Labor Home vision—an approach … Continue reading LG CLOiD at CES 2026: Inside LG’s Vision for a Zero Labor Home
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