Why Electronic Voting Is Essential to Protect Every Resident’s Right to Vote in Surfside

The right to vote is the foundation of any democratic community—whether at the national level or within a local Homeowners Association. Yet in Surfside, that right continues to be undermined by an outdated and unreliable mail-only voting system that repeatedly … Continue reading Why Electronic Voting Is Essential to Protect Every Resident’s Right to Vote in Surfside

Flood Potential Alert Issued for NW Oregon and SW Washington: December 8–11, 2025

The National Weather Service in Portland has issued a Flood Potential alert for Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington, effective from Monday, December 8 through Thursday, December 11, 2025, due to a powerful atmospheric river expected to bring prolonged heavy rainfall … Continue reading Flood Potential Alert Issued for NW Oregon and SW Washington: December 8–11, 2025

Prolonged Atmospheric River Prompts Flood Watch for NW Oregon and SW Washington

The National Weather Service in Portland has issued a Flood Watch for a broad stretch of northwest Oregon and southwest Washington, warning residents of the potential for river flooding, urban flooding, landslides, and debris flows beginning late Sunday night and lasting through late Thursday night. … Continue reading Prolonged Atmospheric River Prompts Flood Watch for NW Oregon and SW Washington

Atmospheric River Slams Washington Coast as “Storm Train” Targets Pacific Northwest

An intense series of atmospheric rivers (ARs) is taking aim at the Washington coast and the greater Pacific Northwest, kicking off what forecasters are calling a “storm train” of heavy, prolonged rainfall, rapidly rising rivers, and heightened flooding and landslide … Continue reading Atmospheric River Slams Washington Coast as “Storm Train” Targets Pacific Northwest

Coastal Flood Advisory Issued for South Washington and Clatsop County Coasts Through Saturday

The National Weather Service in Portland has issued two consecutive Coastal Flood Advisories for minor tidal overflow flooding affecting the South Washington Coast and Clatsop County Coast in Oregon, warning residents to prepare for rising water during peak high tides … Continue reading Coastal Flood Advisory Issued for South Washington and Clatsop County Coasts Through Saturday

Sneaker Waves and Coastal Flooding Prompt Hazard Alerts for South Washington and Clatsop County Coast

— The National Weather Service in Portland has issued both a Beach Hazards Statement and a Coastal Flood Advisory for the South Washington Coast and Clatsop County Coast in Oregon, warning residents and visitors of dangerous ocean conditions and possible … Continue reading Sneaker Waves and Coastal Flooding Prompt Hazard Alerts for South Washington and Clatsop County Coast

The best gift you can give this season isn’t under the tree—it is the tree

Instead of a Christmas tree that’s thrown away in January, imagine giving a living Christmas tree that becomes working infrastructure—one that protects your home, your community, local waterways, and future generations. A single $50 live tree planted each year for … Continue reading The best gift you can give this season isn’t under the tree—it is the tree

Pacific County Fire District #1 Now Accepting Applications for Volunteer Firefighters

Pacific County Fire District #1 is now accepting applications for entry-level volunteer firefighters, offering a vital opportunity for community members to serve, protect, and make a real difference close to home. As emergency calls continue to rise across the region, … Continue reading Pacific County Fire District #1 Now Accepting Applications for Volunteer Firefighters