Ocean Park is kicking off the holiday season with a full day of festive fun as Santa Claus himself arrives in town for a community celebration filled with lights, music, and cheer. Mark your calendar for Friday, December 5, because … Continue reading Here Comes Santa Claus! A Full Day of Holiday Magic Arrives in Ocean Park on Friday, December 5
Thanksgiving is more than a holiday—it’s a blend of history, tradition, and cultural quirks that have evolved over centuries. From the selection of turkeys as the centerpiece to the rise of Jell-O salads and the financial frenzy of Black Friday, … Continue reading Thanksgiving Trivia: Turkeys, Pumpkin Pie, Jell-O, and the Origins of Black Friday
The holiday season is a time of generosity, compassion, and community spirit—and this year, the Teen Winter Wishes program is once again stepping up to support local families with teenagers who may need a little extra help with holiday gifts. … Continue reading Teen Winter Wishes: Bringing Holiday Joy to Local Teens in Need
Community Food Bank Challenge 2025: Helping Local Families From November 19 to December 19 The Community Food Bank Challenge returns for its 7th year, offering residents across South Pacific County a powerful opportunity to support their neighbors during the holiday … Continue reading Community Food Bank Challenge 2025: Helping Local Families From November 19 to December 19
Ilwaco will welcome the holiday season with one of its most iconic traditions—the 19th Annual Crab Pot Christmas Tree Lighting—on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 5:00 PM sharp at the Port of Ilwaco. Each year, this beloved celebration brings residents … Continue reading Ilwaco’s 19th Annual Crab Pot Christmas Lights Up the Waterfront This December
Long Beach is kicking off the holiday season with one of the most heartwarming traditions of the year: the Holidays at the Beach Tree Lighting Ceremony, taking place Saturday, November 29 from 4:30–6:00 p.m. Families, friends, and visitors are invited … Continue reading Holidays at the Beach: A Magical Tree Lighting Celebration Returns to Long Beach November 29
The holiday season kicks off in Chinook with one of the community’s most festive traditions—the Christmas Bazaar, Toy Drive, and Bake Sale—all happening November 22–23 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Historic Chinook School and gym. Located at … Continue reading Holiday Cheer Arrives at the Historic Chinook School: Christmas Bazaar, Toy Drive & Bake Sale This Weekend
A heartfelt thank-you to every Surfside resident who took the time to vote in this independent community poll. Your participation shows how deeply our community cares about transparency, health, safety, and the future of our tree canopy and waterways. This … Continue reading Surfside Independent voting
Real estate developers are increasingly discovering that one of the most powerful drivers of return on investment isn’t granite countertops or smart-home features — it’s trees. From boosting home values to lowering operating costs and shaping desirable communities, strategic landscaping … Continue reading How Developers Use Trees to Boost Neighborhood Appeal—and Profits
Surfside residents were recently hit with a E. coli contamination notice, forcing all households to boil tap water before drinking, cooking, or brushing their teeth. This includes filters being potentially compromised with ecoli. This was a new water notice for … Continue reading The True Cost of Surfside Water: Bottled Water, Filters, and a Rate That Isn’t What It Seems
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