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FPD to Focus on Speeding and Distracted Driving for July; Record Travel and Lower Prices for 4th; Paid Leave Benefits

FPD to Focus on Speeding and Distracted Driving for July The Florence Police Department will take part in a focused speed enforcement campaign from July 6 through July 31 aimed at reducing speeding-related crashes and improving roadway safety. Officers will conduct increased patrols targeting speeding, aggressive driving, and other dangerous […]

Viking Trap; Emeralds

Viking Trap The Siuslaw Vikings brought home 2 team titles from the Oregon State High School Clay Target League finals in Bend over the weekend. Despite heavy rain and strong winds, Siuslaw won both the junior varsity and novice divisions. Macie Moore led the JV squad with an 88 out […]

Cross Country; Ems Split with Everett

Cross Country Siuslaw cross country could be in for another big season this fall. Coach Chris Johnson says the defending 3A state champion boys team looks strong on paper, led by returning top runners Henry Stone, Bentley Nelson and Ezra King. The girls squad is younger, but Johnson says both […]

Ems on a Skid; Two Ducks Receive Honors

Ems on a Skid The Eugene Emeralds are on a 3 game skid in their series against Everett.  The Aqua Sox defeated the Ems 9-5 yesterday afternoon in an early game.  The second game of the double header was suspended due to rain with the Ems leading 6-5 in the […]