News from the Siuslaw Community
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2025 Florence Community-wide Garage Sale Returns September 12–14
A Bargain Hunter’s Dream in Oregon’s Coastal Playground Make room in your trunk and bring your best price-haggling, treasure-hunting spirit—Florence’s Community-wide Garage Sale is back September 12–14, 2025, and it’s better than ever! This beloved tradition will once...
Florence receiving tons of positive coverage from travel media
America is reawakening to the fun of “Oregon’s Coastal Playground” Florence — the highly acclaimed destination where coastal beauty meets small-town charm—is again on the national radar for outdoor adventure, romantic getaways, family vacations, arts and culture, and...
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...
Mastering Grants: Siuslaw Vision’s Grant Workshop Empowers Local Individuals and Organizations
Our Siuslaw community is now better equipped to successfully apply for grants, thanks to the success of Mastering Grants: Tips, Tricks & Expert Insights! Over 30 attendees from Florence, Mapleton, and Deadwood representing more than 20 Siuslaw region organizations...
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...
ODOT Receives $30 million to improve safety and livability on OR 126
ODOT Receives $30 million to improve safety and livability on OR 126 Direct link to ODOT news release SALEM – A $30 million federal grant will help make critical safety and infrastructure improvements along a 1.9-mile segment of OR 126 between Huston Road and Lakeside...
OSU Extension announces new certified Master Gardener in west Lane County
Oregon State University Extension Service in Lane County announces Jacki Holien as a certified Master Gardener! The Annual Badging and Awards Dinner was held on December 10, welcoming newly certified Master Gardener volunteers, including Holien, a Florence resident....
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...