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The Siuslaw News is located in Florence, Oregon on the central coast of Oregon, 50 miles west of Eugene. The Siuslaw News, its predecessor the Siuslaw Oar and its predecessor The West, have served the coast since the 1890s. With a circulation of over 6,000, the Siuslaw News is the main source of local news, events and information for the central coast. Our Commenting Policy
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We can’t be sure how our holiday traditions began – circumstances perhaps. Yet even over time as those traditions have e...
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We can’t be sure how our holiday traditions began – circumstances perhaps. Yet even over time as those traditions have evolved, their stories continue to bring warmth to our hearts and joy each year.

We can’t be sure how our holiday traditions began – circumstances perhaps. Yet even over time as those traditions have evolved, their stories continue to bring warmth to our hearts

The Oregon Employment Department has released monthly employment and unemployment data for September 2025, after a signi...
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The Oregon Employment Department has released monthly employment and unemployment data for September 2025, after a significant delay due to the federal government shutdown.

Pertussis cases in Oregon have reached an all-time high, prompting state officials to urge people to make sure they and ...
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Do you know a Siuslaw High School senior who goes above and beyond — someone who shows true leadership, community spirit...
12/12/2025

Do you know a Siuslaw High School senior who goes above and beyond — someone who shows true leadership, community spirit, and a passion for making Florence a better place? Or are you that student?

Do you know a Siuslaw High School senior who goes above and beyond — someone who shows true leadership, community spirit, and a passion for making Florence a better place?

This juvenile humpback whale was euthanized after two days onshore near Yachats. Tony Reed photo
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This juvenile humpback whale was euthanized after two days onshore near Yachats. Tony Reed photo

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For 29 years, Peace Harbor Hospice has remembered loved ones with gifts of light on a beautiful Christmas tree.
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For 29 years, Peace Harbor Hospice has remembered loved ones with gifts of light on a beautiful Christmas tree.

Dear Editor,
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Dear Editor,

Florence Police Department responded to the following calls from November 26 to December 2.
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Florence Police Department responded to the following calls from November 26 to December 2.

In November, the Florence City Council approved an emergency overnight cold weather shelter in north Florence, amid a mi...
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In November, the Florence City Council approved an emergency overnight cold weather shelter in north Florence, amid a mix of concerns from residents, both positive and negative.

The Vikings boys basketball team squared off with the Taft Tigers in the season opener on Dec. 3, and the game ended in ...
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The Vikings boys basketball team squared off with the Taft Tigers in the season opener on Dec. 3, and the game ended in defeat for the Vikings. The 76-53 scoreline didn't reflect the competitiveness of the contest, as the Vikings stayed within touch…

The Vikings boys basketball team squared off with the Taft Tigers in the season opener on Dec. 3, and the game ended in defeat for the Vikings. The 76-53 scoreline

Parents of littles should remember that the North Pole Express mail drop off box will continue to send letters directly ...
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Parents of littles should remember that the North Pole Express mail drop off box will continue to send letters directly to the north pole until December 17. Make sure to include a return mailing address so Santa's elves can respond. You’ll find the …

Parents of littles should remember that the North Pole Express mail drop off box will continue to send letters directly to the north pole until December 17. Make sure to

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The Siuslaw News is located in Florence, Ore., along Oregon’s central coast, 50 miles west of Eugene. Previously known as the Siuslaw Oar and initially as The West, Siuslaw News has been serving the Siuslaw region since the 1890s, including the communities of Florence, Mapleton, Yachats, Deadwood and Swisshome. With a circulation of 8,000, the Siuslaw News is the main source of local news, sports, special events and serves as the point of record for western Lane County and the central coast, with publications on Wednesdays and Saturdays, along with breaking news online at www.thesiuslawnews.com.

Siuslaw News has been recognized by the Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association (ONPA) and the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) for its work in journalism, editorials, feature stories and page design.

Siuslaw News’ advertising department has also been recognized by the ONPA for its creativity in marketing and ad design.

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