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06/08/2026
This program focuses on fire safety, and how ancient native practices could make a difference when it comes to wildfires, a story from Brookings Harbor High School
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This program focuses on fire safety, and how ancient native practices could make a difference when it comes to wildfires, a story from Brookings Harbor High School
Community members are invited to attend a public presentation of findings from the Oregon State University research project, Community Benefits and Impacts from Offshore Wind Development.
The decision could undercut a central point Oregon Democrats made to pass a law that could withstand legal challenges from the Trump administration. Read more here. https://oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2026/05/08/california-appeals-court-ruling-could-undermine-new-oregon-mask-law-for-federal-agents/?emci=b26fe7a0-3e4d-f111-8ef2-000d3a14b640&emdi=222eb0b3-414d-f111-8ef2-000d3a14b640&ceid=652849
MAY 8, 2026 JESSICA CEJNAR ANDREWS Portions of Tolowa Dunes State Park will be closed to the public to allow the region’s original inhabitants space to
MEDIA ADVISORY Date: May 7, 2026 Contact: Connor Radnovich | [email protected] Virtual Town Hall on Elections & Voting with Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read, U.S. Senator
Oregon’s senior U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden said the rhetoric from fire officials tasked with cross-agency coordination was worrying in face of fire season ahead BY: ALEX BAUMHARDT–MAY
In the wake of Donald Trump’s unlawful executive order attacking vote by mail and absentee ballots, Jeff is fighting to protect Oregonians’ right to cast their
The Wild Rivers Coast Forest Collaborative was awarded a large grant from the Oregon Department of Forestry-Urban Community Forestry (ODF-UCF) program in 2025, to be implemented through September
On this edition of First Friday, you’ll hear from each of the 3 candidates running for Curry County Commissioner, also County Clerk Shelley Denney explains the measures
December, 2025 On this edition Brookings Annual Nature’s Coastal Holiday Light show is plugged in and lit up at Azalea Park … we’ll tell you how to
November, 2025 On this program we cover the government shutdown and how it’s affecting you and your neighbors in Curry and Del Norte Counties. We’ll tell you
April, 2026. On this program, we cover the No Kings Rallies in Curry County, new housing in Crescent City causing controversy, a new cancer infusion center in
March, 2026. On this program, new Senior housing in Crescent City, we have details. Curry County Clerk Shelly Denny talks about election security. Mercury is Retrograde, we
FEBRUARY 2026. On this program, the homeless crisis. Curry County Commissioners held a Listening Town Hall and we have details. Also, new homes in Crescent City …
Hundreds of Curry County residents showed up to the Grange in Harbor for a County sponsored Town Hall meeting. At issue? The unhoused and what to do
Senator Jeff Merkley held a Town Hall Meeting in Port Orford on January 10, 2026. The Curry Watershed Council was honored, and the first question was asked
Brookings Mayor Hodges announced his resignation at the November 10, 2025 City Council meeting. You can read the Press Release here: https://www.brookings.or.us/m/newsflash/Home/Detail/751
Judge Sides With Curry County BOC Against Sheriff Over Access To Some Documents, But Says Commissioners’ Order Was Overbroad
Trump administration tells states to ‘undo’ full SNAP benefits paid for November, Oregon won’t. All Oregon SNAP recipients had their full benefits by Friday and can continue
https://www.ijpr.org/politics-government/2025-10-18/medford-no-kings-protest
Oregon Judge Weighs In On Dispute Between Curry BOC, Sheriff, Sets Trial For Oct. 28
EOU: CTUIR offer Umatilla language classes for college credit NCAI: Wounded Knee Was Not a Battle, It Was the Deliberate Mass Killing of 350 Lakota New film
About 70 Charlie Kirk supporters showed up to the Harris Beach Rest Area on September 20th for what was called a march/drive. Jason Liddell was there and
In response to recent community events; Information about accessing tonight’s School Board Meeting Brookings-Harbor School District is aware of concerns raised regarding a personal statement made by
Bill Gorham, a local marine biologist and climate activist, emails “Weekly Articles of Special Interest” to engaged friends. The emails discuss climate, environmental, marine & political issues.
FORMERLY KNOWN AS TRAVEL CURRY COAST, THE REFRESHED IDENTITY CELEBRATES THE REGION. LINDA LEE HAS MORE.
ADMINISTRATORS OF THE NATION’S TWO NATIONAL OCEAN SCIENCE TRUSTS ANNOUNCE INITIAL APPOINTMENTS TO AN ADVISORY COMMITTEE. LINDA LEE HAS DETAILS.
FOR SEVENTY-FIVE YEARS THE ROTARY CLUB OF GOLD BEACH HAS BEEN SUPPORTING THE COMMUNITY IN A VARIETY OF POSITIVE WAYS. LINDA LEE HAS MORE.
OREGON STATE BAR ASSOCIATION DISMISSED A COMPLAINT AGAINST CURRY COUNTY COUNCIL TED FITZGERALD. LINDA LEE HAS MORE.
SOUTHWESTERN OREGON COMMUNITY COLLEGE (SWOCC) IS OFFERING FREE GED® AND ADULT BASIC EDUCATION CLASSES FALL TERM 2025. LINDA LEE REPORTS.
THE BROOKINGS COUNCIL ALSO UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED UPDATED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLANS FOR WATER, WASTEWATER, STORMWATER, PARKS AND TRANSPORTATION. LINDA LEE HAS MORE.
THE BROOKINGS CITY COUNCIL IS MOVING FORWARD WITH A SIGNIFICANT INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT AFTER UNANIMOUSLY APPROVING A CONTRACT WITH HP CIVIL FOR WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT IMPROVEMENTS. LINDA LEE
THE TOLOWA DEE-NI’ NATION IS HOSTING ITS 18TH ANNUAL DEE-NI’ DAY FROM 9 A.M. TO 4 P.M. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2025. LINDA LEE HAS MORE.
Brookings Emergency Responders host an evening of fun, food and community connection. Linda Lee reports.
Continued investments strengthen Brookings Municipal Airport. Linda Lee reports.
July 14, 2025 Here’s this week’s round-up of tribal news from Oregon and beyond from Katrina Thompson-Upton, Northwest American Indian Coalition https://nwaic.org Arizona’s Turquoise Alert for missing
This video, created by Michael Gorse, features Robert “SILKY” O’Sullivan, a retired educator and pastor, who passionately advocates for human rights and religious freedom in Brookings, Oregon.
July 28, 2025 Here’s this week’s round-up of tribal news from Oregon and beyond from Katrina Thompson-Upton, Northwest American Indian Coalition https://nwaic.org
With Skydance/Paramount merger pending, Skydance reportedly set up secret side deal with Trump worth tens of millions more dollars Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Ron Wyden, D-Ore.,
July 21, 2025 Here’s this week’s round-up of tribal news from Oregon and beyond from Katrina Thompson-Upton, Northwest American Indian Coalition https://nwaic.org Native communities could lose $24.5B
Grants Pass Group Protests Brookings 4th Annual Event Brookings 4th Annual Pride Festival was interrupted by protesters. Jason Liddell reports.
Threepenny Theater Co. is proud to present their summer production of Squall, a Psychological Thriller starring Chloé Rosenthal and directed by Andrew Curtis Stark. Jason Liddell has
Ruth’s Eye of the Storm Gets $2500 A grant from the AARP will help a local organization help victims of domestic violence. Linda Lee reports.
Third Graders Learn Water Safety 20 volunteers, 140 kids and a big pool added up to a successful lesson. Linda Lee reports.
Curry County Financial Oversight A third party will be looking at Curry County’s finances. Linda Lee has more.
New Positions at Curry County Several jobs are being created at the County. Linda Lee has more.
Curry County Fair Opens July 23 This year’s theme is “A Treasure Chest of Curry County’s Best”. Linda Lee has details.
City OK’s Wastewater Amendment Brookings Wastewater Treatment Facilities operator Jacobs Hill gets pay bump. Linda Lee reports.
Hospital CEO on Medicaid Cuts Medicaid cuts from the new Federal Budget means four Oregon Hospitals are at risk of closing. Curry Health Network CEO Ginny Williams
Bill Gorham I’m a “recovering” marine biologist who moved to Brookings in 2017, where I’ve devoted much of my time & energy to educate people about the
Law Enforcement Funding Debate Curry County Board of Commissioners: Law Enforcement Funding Debate: AI Synopsis This is an Artificial Intelligence synopsis of a Curry County Board of Commissioners
Fireworks Prohibited on Oregon Beaches and in State Parks Fireworks and detritus leave a huge mess after July 4th celebrations. Linda Lee reports.
July 1 Means Changes in Fishing Limits Beginning July 1, 2025, the general marine species bag limit will increase to 5 fish. Linda Lee has more.
Live Music and Fireworks at Sporthaven Beach July 4th celebrations begin at 10AM at Sporthaven beach and finish with fireworks at 10PM. Linda Lee reports.
Chetco Library Adds Parent Child Workstation There’s a new space in the Library’s Children’s Room for Parents. Linda Lee has more.
Running the Oregon Coast Trail 51 year old Heather Huggins gets ready to run the Oregon Coast Trail for its Fastest Known Time. Linda Lee has more.
Beacon Broadband Bridges Digital Divide Chetco Library and Beacon Broadband offer streaming classes. Linda Lee reports.
Master Gardeners & Kids on Wednesdays Kids can learn about plants and compost at Kalmiopsis Elementary School from Master Gardeners. Linda Lee reports.
New Sidewalks and Bike Lane Ongoing work by Oregon Department of Transportation means a safer way to get from downtown Brookings to Harris Beach. Linda Lee reports.
Gold Beach Gets Mainstreet Grant Gold Beach was chosen for a matching grant aimed at strengthening local economies. Linda Lee reports.
Salmon Ocean Derby set for July 4, 5,6 The annual event has folks wondering who’ll bring in the biggest salmon. Linda Lee reports.
Wyden Demands Epstein Files FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Ryan Carey (202) 224-4515 June 17, 2025 Following New Epstein Revelations, Wyden Renews Demand for Trump Administration to Produce
Gold Beach Joins No Kings National Protest More than 500 people showed up to the No Kings protest in Gold Beach on June 14, 2025. Lori Gallo-Stoddard
UNEDITED Gold Beach Oregon No Kings Protest More than 500 people showed up on June 14th to protest President Trump’s policies.
Master Gardners Offer Advice Free advice from April to October. Linda Lee has more.
Otters at SWOCC Free Lecture about Otters June 12th at SWOCC. Linda Lee reports.
Sweetly British in Brookings/Harbor. Owner brings tasty items from across the Pond. Linda Lee reports.
Safari Park Investigation Grim situation closes park. Linda Lee reports.
Brookings Yard of the Month This popular program is in its 23rd year. Linda Lee reports.
Friends of Curry Campus BROOKINGS, OR – Southwestern Oregon Community College Curry Campus invites the community to join us on Thursday, June 12, 2025, 1:00 – 2:00
SAVE Act Impact On Native Communities https://www.wyden.senate.gov/news/press-releases/wyden-sounds-alarm-on-harmful-impacts-of-save-act-trumps-anti-voter-executive-order-in-native-communities
Rep. Court Boice Update https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ORLEG/bulletins/3e0a638
Curry County Board of Commissioners/Overview Curry County’s Board of Commissioners considering controversial proposals, an update on the situation at the Jail, and why the Sheriff and Commissioners
Brookings Housing Needs Study A new grant will help to guide Brookings’ housing future. Curry Pilot reporter Linda Lee has more.
Boating Safety Week Begins May 17 The Brookings City Council proclaimed Boating Safety week to begin on May 17, 2025. Curry Pilot reporter Linda Lee has more.
SNAP Benefits Stretch at Farmer’s Market $50,000 Protein Matching Funds Grant means more buying power for SNAP recipients. Curry Pilot Reporter Linda Lee has more.
LIbrary’s Grant Promotes Healthy Lifestyle Linda Lee reports.
Azalea Park Summer Concert Series Announced Linda Lee reports.
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Lori Gallo-Stoddard has led KCIW News since 2017. A broadcast professional since 1979, Lori has been honored dozens of times for her work. Awards include 5 EMMYs
Jason Liddell reports for KCIW regularly, all while holding down a full time job as an instructional assistant at Azalea Middle School. Jason is passionate about both academics and the arts. He is the co-founder
Linda Lee is new to the KCIW news team. She comes from a background in book publishing where she managed a team of successful authors, including the
April 24, 2025 … Southwestern Oregon Community College has named its Industry Partners of the Year. Curry Pilot and KCIW reporter Linda Lee has the story.
April 24, 2025 … Threepenny Theater says pay what you want for tickets to its new play. Curry Pilot and KCIW reporter Linda Lee has the story.