The Oregon Dunes Restoration Collaborative is proud to be a part of the annual Power of Florence event, a day where area residents and visitors can volunteer and give back to the Florence community. For this event, ODRC will be at Heceta Dunes, one of our "Preserve...
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Lane County Equity Board Survey
Take the Lane County Equity Survey today! This quick, confidential survey supports Lane County’s Equity Strategic Plan (Goal #5), focused on building an inclusive, equitable approach to civic participation and community engagement. Distributed through the Equity...
Circular Action Alliance Launches RecycleOn Oregon to Improve Recycling Across the State
As of July 1, 2025, Oregon’s Plastic Pollution and Recycling Modernization Act (RMA) officially goes into effect after five years of planning and preparation. The RMA introduces significant changes to how Oregon funds, collects, and recycles packaging, paper, and food...
Florence child care slots to increase 50% with Elm Park Early Learning Center
Child care access in Florence and the Siuslaw region of West Lane County will increase 50% next year with the completion of the Elm Park Early Learning Center. Developer Chestnut Management has received commitments for 87% of the cost of the center, which is designed...
Local Baker is a Standout Among the Rotary Auction Cake Bakers
Each year, talented bakers in Florence and surrounding areas donate their time and considerable talents to create over 30 custom-designed cakes for Rotary’s annual charity auction. These fabulous cakes often spark bidding wars, and the bakers who make them are...
Students, community partners work together on ideas to address student wellness concerns
On October 25, Siuslaw Vision, in partnership with Lane Educational Service District and the Siuslaw and Mapleton school districts, hosted a student-led community event centered on student wellness. The event, held at Lane Community College Florence, focused on...
New murals add color at Shore Pines community
Shore Pines apartments residents got a special treat on Halloween with the unveiling of two new outdoor murals. The two murals, one at the entrance to each building, were designed and painted by Seattle-based artists Perri Rhoden and Bashir Davis. "They have vast...