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Oregon Duck Sports Oregon baseball lost several key players in this week’s MLB Draft. Shortstop Maddox Molony was selected by the Detroit Tigers, and several other Ducks were also drafted, leaving head coach Mark Wasikowski with significant roster holes to fill before next season. Molony must now decide whether to […]
Declining Enrollment Could Effect Facilities The Siuslaw School District’s enrollment challenges extend beyond the opening of Whitmore Classical Academy. Superintendent Andy Grzeskowiak says the district has been dealing with declining student numbers for decades. “When I started teaching here in 1996, we had over 1,700 kids in the district. Now […]
School District Monies Divert to Charter School The opening of Whitmore Classical Academy is having a measurable financial impact on the Siuslaw School District. Superintendent Andy Grzeskowiak says about 60 students who previously attended district schools have transferred to the charter academy, taking state education funding with them. “With the […]
Siuslaw Hall of Famer Don Hunt is updating his book on the history of Vikings football. Hunt says the revised edition should be released within the next month and will include a list of Siuslaw players selected for the East-West Shrine All-Star Football Game, along with stories from the program’s […]
Middle School Seeks Athletic Director Siuslaw Middle School is looking for a new teacher, coach and athletic director following the resignation of Jeromy Graybill. Graybill, who has served in those roles since the 2016-17 school year, has accepted a position at Junction City High School. The district has posted the […]
Morgan Installed as Rotary President The Florence Rotary Club has a new president. Colin Morgan is leading the organization for the 2026–2027 Rotary year, succeeding Jenna Bartlett-Anderson. Morgan begins his term overseeing a club focused on local and international service projects, including student scholarships, youth leadership programs, community initiatives, and […]
Bittle Gets First Shot in NBA Oregon center Nate Bittle is getting his first shot at the NBA after signing with the Toronto Raptors. The Central Point native wrapped up a standout five-year career with the Ducks, averaging nearly 17 points and seven rebounds last season while earning Third Team […]
Chamber Position Opens The Florence Area Chamber of Commerce is looking to fill a key community-facing position following the departure of Visitor Center and Office Support Manager Lisa Brandow, who has accepted a new career opportunity. Chamber President and CEO Bettina Hannigan says the position plays an important role in […]
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