Yachats News

In the past five weeks, Susan Morgan has collected $13,840 in contributions and in-kind donations for her county Board of Commissioners campaign, putting her far ahead of her opponent in the money race. via The News-Review

“I like the excitement, and watching people in the stands.”

Gazette-Times At the Mario Pastega house, Gladys Schoonover of Yachats works a puzzle with friend Pam Luderitz of Waldport as they pass the time together waiting for Schoonover's next treatment. via Lee Northwest

The Oregon State Police investigated a report of a hitchhiker who was allegedly robbed at gunpoint on Saturday, Oct. via Newport News Times

“The Coast Guard Chief from Coos Bay at that time would not allow me to cross the footbridge to get right up to the lighthouse”

From lighthouses, spirits wandering the beaches and bars, to hauntings of restaurants, Oregon's central coast is stuffed full of creepy tales. via Beach Connection

“There are probably more than 100 varieties of mushrooms around here.”

Fungi isn't just encouraged this weekend in Yachats, it's the main course. The annual Yachats Village Mushroom Fest starts Friday and offers a bevy of 'shroom-oriented activities. via Statesman Journal

“I think it's surprising to most of them how big a tree can get.”

Sally Lockyear of Yachats was one of the primary promoters in getting the Giant Spruce recognized as an Oregon Heritage Tree. via Statesman Journal

“But it is going to be great fun. We are hoping for at least nine teams (of four people each), but people should feel free to sign up as singles. We will take care of pairing folks into teams.”

Pastor Steve Waterman of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Waldport is organizing a golf tournament fundraiser for the South Lincoln County Resources Voucher Program. via Newport News Times