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Massive Hoover Dam flag removed just weeks before America's 250th anniversary Featured News by Oregon Today News
Massive Hoover Dam flag removed just weeks before America's 250th anniversary
With just a few weeks until Americas 250th anniversary a massive American flag display at ... More

06/11/2026

Oregon industrial battery company ZincFive to go public in $600 million deal Featured News by Oregon Today News
Oregon industrial battery company ZincFive to go public in $600 million deal
ZincFive a Tualatin company that makes batteries for data centers and industrial equipment... More

06/11/2026

You have just a few weekends left to get Hunnymilk's famous sub-$30 brunch combo in Portland Featured News by Oregon Today News
You have just a few weekends left to get Hunnymilk's famous sub-$30 brunch combo in Portland
Pack up the pancakes This month is your last chance to visit this budget-friendly Portland... More

06/11/2026

Portland parks leader to make severance-free exit from City Hall Featured News by Oregon Today News
Portland parks leader to make severance-free exit from City Hall
Sonia Schmanski a veteran Portland government official who currently serves as the Parks B... More

06/11/2026

Sindicato de maestros de Portland presenta queja tras avisos de despido Featured News by Oregon Today News
Sindicato de maestros de Portland presenta queja tras avisos de despido
Read this story in English After Portland Public Schools teachers get layoff notices their... More

06/11/2026

After cycling 10,000 miles to the World Cup, 3 Argentina fans score free tickets Featured News by Oregon Today News
After cycling 10,000 miles to the World Cup, 3 Argentina fans score free tickets
The trio traveled through 17 countries over nine months and had failed multiple times to s... More

06/11/2026

📚International Book Vendors 📚 - Sheriff Hanlin met today with two college students from Poland, Bartosz Witkowski and Jakub Borowski. They are completing summer internships with Southwestern Advantage (a K-12 educational company). Bartosz and Jakub will be going door-to-door in communities throughout Douglas County for the next couple of months offering their books and other products. Sheriff Hanlin and DCSO welcome the students to the county for their visit. Featured News by Douglas County Sheriff
📚International Book Vendors 📚 - Sheriff Hanlin met today with two college students from Poland, Bartosz Witkowski and Jakub Borowski. They are completing summer internships with Southwestern Advantage (a K-12 educational company). Bartosz and Jakub will be going door-to-door in communities throughout Douglas County for the next couple of months offering their books and other products. Sheriff Hanlin and DCSO welcome the students to the county for their visit.
International Book Vendors - Sheriff Hanlin met today with two college students from Po... More

06/11/2026

Dave’s Killer Bread objects to proposed school at former Bob’s Red Mill store. Here’s why Featured News by Oregon Today News
Dave’s Killer Bread objects to proposed school at former Bob’s Red Mill store. Here’s why
A last-minute objection has delayed a decision on the fate of the former Bobs Red Mill sto... More

06/11/2026

Asking Eric: I just know neighbor’s mango tree is going to make a mess. Do I report her to HOA? Featured News by Oregon Today News
Asking Eric: I just know neighbor’s mango tree is going to make a mess. Do I report her to HOA?
Dear Eric Im navigating a tricky neighborly issue and could use your insights A few years ... More

06/11/2026

Oregon was just called one of the worst states for a road trip. What gives? Featured News by Oregon Today News
Oregon was just called one of the worst states for a road trip. What gives?
Oregon is an idyllic place for a summer road trip with a sprawling network of state nation... More

06/11/2026

These new Washington laws take effect Thursday Featured News by Oregon Today News
These new Washington laws take effect Thursday
Over 200 new Washington state laws take effect Thursday Among them are tax hikes enhanceme... More

06/11/2026

WHEN TO CALL 911 In times of stress, it is important to know who to contact. Knowing who to call can get the right help when you need it most. Did you know when you call 911 and it is not an emergency, you are breaking the law and tying up resources that may be needed to save a life? 911 should be used for life-safety emergencies, but there are other agencies that can help you with non-life-threating concerns. Who Should I Contact? 911 Call 911 for any immediate danger to life, limb, or property. Some examples include, but are not limited to: • House or building fire • Medical emergencies, i.e., chest pains, trauma injuries • Someone threatening or attacking you • A crime is in progress • Aggressive dog attack • You hear gun shots in your area • Vehicle accident • There is an impaired or unsafe driver Non-Emergency Dispatch Call to make a report or for non-life-threatening concerns. Some examples include, but are not limited to: • Unpermitted neighborhood burning of yard debris, illegal firework use, etc. • Lost or loose animals in your neighborhood • Noise disturbances • Vehicle break-ins • Minor crimes such as theft or vandalism Non-Emergency Dispatch Numbers in Lincoln County • Central Oregon Coast Fire and Rescue: 541-574-5810 • Depoe Bay Rural Fire Protection District: 541-574-5809 • East Lincoln County Fire Protection District: 541-336-5555 • Lincoln City Police: 541-994-3636 • Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office: 541-265-0777 • Newport City Fire Department and Newport Rural Fire Protection District: 541-574-5808 • Newport City Police Department: 541-574-5807 • North Lincoln Fire and Rescue District 1: 541-994-3636 • Oregon Department of Forestry (Toledo District): 541-265-4231 • Oregon Department of Forestry: 541-929-9154 • Oregon Department of Transportation (Lincoln Co Highways): 503-362-0457 • Oregon State Police Dispatch: 503-375-3555 • Pacific West Ambulance: 541-574-5814 • Seal Rock Rural Fire Protection District: 541-574-5811 • Siletz Valley Rural Fire Protection District: 541-574-5812 • Toledo City Police and Fire: 541-336-5555 • Yachats Rural Fire Protection District and South Lincoln Ambulance: 541-574-5813 Local Emergency Alerts Check Lincoln Alerts and other sources for updated information on local emergency events and disasters. • Sign up to receive alerts straight to your email or through call/text: https://member.everbridge.net/892807736721689/login • View sent messages here: https://member.everbridge.net/892807736721689/notif • Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Management Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/lcemergencymanagement • Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office website: www.co.lincoln.or.us/215/Sheriffs-Office • The Call Center may be active during an emergency: 541-265-0621 Other Agencies and Resources Refer directly to the agency to make a report, verify information, or request resources, such as: • Weather, including warnings, watches, and advisories (National Weather Service: www.weather.gov) • Driving directions or road closures (Trip Check: tripcheck.com) • Power outages • Local burn bans • Non-emergency ambulance transfers • Copies of police/fire reports When calling 911: • Speak clearly and be as calm as possible. • State what emergency services are needed and why (fire, police, ambulance). • State the exact physical address of where the emergency is happening. • If you do not know the exact address, look for landmarks such as mile markers, addresses on mailboxes, street or highway signs, nearby parks, businesses, etc. • If calling from a cell phone while driving, pull to the side of the road and park before calling. If you can’t speak or hear when calling 911: • Leave the phone off the hook after your call, do not hang up. • Make noise so that the call taker knows you have an emergency. • If calling from a landline (a hard-wired phone) your address should appear on the call taker’s screen. If calling from a cell phone, the call taker may get latitude/longitude close to your location. • Text 911 and give clear information on where you are located and what the emergency is. Featured News by Lincoln County Sheriff
WHEN TO CALL 911 In times of stress, it is important to know who to contact. Knowing who to call can get the right help when you need it most. Did you know when you call 911 and it is not an emergency, you are breaking the law and tying up resources that may be needed to save a life? 911 should be used for life-safety emergencies, but there are other agencies that can help you with non-life-threating concerns. Who Should I Contact? 911 Call 911 for any immediate danger to life, limb, or property. Some examples include, but are not limited to: • House or building fire • Medical emergencies, i.e., chest pains, trauma injuries • Someone threatening or attacking you • A crime is in progress • Aggressive dog attack • You hear gun shots in your area • Vehicle accident • There is an impaired or unsafe driver Non-Emergency Dispatch Call to make a report or for non-life-threatening concerns. Some examples include, but are not limited to: • Unpermitted neighborhood burning of yard debris, illegal firework use, etc. • Lost or loose animals in your neighborhood • Noise disturbances • Vehicle break-ins • Minor crimes such as theft or vandalism Non-Emergency Dispatch Numbers in Lincoln County • Central Oregon Coast Fire and Rescue: 541-574-5810 • Depoe Bay Rural Fire Protection District: 541-574-5809 • East Lincoln County Fire Protection District: 541-336-5555 • Lincoln City Police: 541-994-3636 • Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office: 541-265-0777 • Newport City Fire Department and Newport Rural Fire Protection District: 541-574-5808 • Newport City Police Department: 541-574-5807 • North Lincoln Fire and Rescue District 1: 541-994-3636 • Oregon Department of Forestry (Toledo District): 541-265-4231 • Oregon Department of Forestry: 541-929-9154 • Oregon Department of Transportation (Lincoln Co Highways): 503-362-0457 • Oregon State Police Dispatch: 503-375-3555 • Pacific West Ambulance: 541-574-5814 • Seal Rock Rural Fire Protection District: 541-574-5811 • Siletz Valley Rural Fire Protection District: 541-574-5812 • Toledo City Police and Fire: 541-336-5555 • Yachats Rural Fire Protection District and South Lincoln Ambulance: 541-574-5813 Local Emergency Alerts Check Lincoln Alerts and other sources for updated information on local emergency events and disasters. • Sign up to receive alerts straight to your email or through call/text: https://member.everbridge.net/892807736721689/login • View sent messages here: https://member.everbridge.net/892807736721689/notif • Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Management Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/lcemergencymanagement • Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office website: www.co.lincoln.or.us/215/Sheriffs-Office • The Call Center may be active during an emergency: 541-265-0621 Other Agencies and Resources Refer directly to the agency to make a report, verify information, or request resources, such as: • Weather, including warnings, watches, and advisories (National Weather Service: www.weather.gov) • Driving directions or road closures (Trip Check: tripcheck.com) • Power outages • Local burn bans • Non-emergency ambulance transfers • Copies of police/fire reports When calling 911: • Speak clearly and be as calm as possible. • State what emergency services are needed and why (fire, police, ambulance). • State the exact physical address of where the emergency is happening. • If you do not know the exact address, look for landmarks such as mile markers, addresses on mailboxes, street or highway signs, nearby parks, businesses, etc. • If calling from a cell phone while driving, pull to the side of the road and park before calling. If you can’t speak or hear when calling 911: • Leave the phone off the hook after your call, do not hang up. • Make noise so that the call taker knows you have an emergency. • If calling from a landline (a hard-wired phone) your address should appear on the call taker’s screen. If calling from a cell phone, the call taker may get latitude/longitude close to your location. • Text 911 and give clear information on where you are located and what the emergency is.
WHEN TO CALL 911 In times of stress it is important to know who to contact Knowing who t... More

06/11/2026

Police investigating officer-involving shooting in Salem Featured News by Oregon Today News
Police investigating officer-involving shooting in Salem
The Salem Police Department is investigating an officer-involved shooting Thursday morning More

06/11/2026

Wyden warns repeal of Roadless Rule could affect Central Oregon forests Featured News by Oregon Today News
Wyden warns repeal of Roadless Rule could affect Central Oregon forests
US Sen Ron Wyden D-Ore on Wednesday warned that a Republican proposal to repeal the federa... More

06/11/2026

Despite Reports, Oregon Hops Are Doing Fine Featured News by Oregon Today News
Despite Reports, Oregon Hops Are Doing Fine
Ho do hot springs affect a hop crop After an alarming story by local TV station KGW about ... More

06/11/2026

Statewide network outage disrupts ODOT services including DMV, call centers Featured News by Oregon Today News
Statewide network outage disrupts ODOT services including DMV, call centers
The Oregon Department of Transportation announced a statewide network outage that has disr... More

06/11/2026

Network outage affecting several state of Oregon agencies Featured News by Oregon Today News
Network outage affecting several state of Oregon agencies
A network outage is affecting several state government agencies ODOT said More

06/11/2026

Cameron Wagner Returns to Oregon this Weekend Ready to Recruit for the Ducks Featured News by Oregon Today News
Cameron Wagner Returns to Oregon this Weekend Ready to Recruit for the Ducks
2027 St Joseph-Ogden IL offensive tackle Cameron Wagner previews his upcoming weekend offi... More

06/11/2026

Oregon WR Dakorien Moore spent $80K on 2025 prom night, report says Featured News by Oregon Today News
Oregon WR Dakorien Moore spent $80K on 2025 prom night, report says
Spending outrageous sums on extravagant prom send-offs has become a trend but its doubtful... More

06/11/2026

Controversial Battle Ground business owners buy community’s only newspaper Featured News by Oregon Today News
Controversial Battle Ground business owners buy community’s only newspaper
The Reflector a 117-year-old newspaper in Battle Ground has new owners Brothers and co-own... More

06/11/2026

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