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‼️ Update on Whale Bites Cafe. Carrie Newell, owner of Whale Bites Cafe stated on their page that they have hir...
01/02/2026

‼️ Update on Whale Bites Cafe.

Carrie Newell, owner of Whale Bites Cafe stated on their page that they have hired new management. Hazel and Tyler. Carie quoted, “I’m also excited to introduce our new managers, Tyler and Hazel! Here’s a message from them.”

“We are Hazel and Tyler, and we are excited to continue building something special from the strong foundation of Whale Bites. Our goal is to continue creating a welcoming space that celebrates fresh, locally sourced food at the heart of the community.
We are proud to carry forward the values that guided us while operating our own food truck—prioritizing high-quality Oregon ingredients, supporting local producers, and fostering a sense of community and inclusivity. We look forward to growing alongside the Depoe Bay community and serving food made with care, intention, and heart.
—Tyler and Hazel”


Good luck and Happy New Year- OCE

01/02/2026

Clips of the Oregon coast from Yachats to Pacific City.

Two males, were detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement around noon on New Year’s Day at the Emerald Height...
01/02/2026

Two males, were detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement around noon on New Year’s Day at the Emerald Heights Apartment complex in Astoria.
Link in comments by The Astorian.

📷 Astorian

Netarts Fire District received a call for a boat in distress near the mouth of Netarts Bay bar crossing. Their drone ope...
01/02/2026

Netarts Fire District received a call for a boat in distress near the mouth of Netarts Bay bar crossing. Their drone operator had eyes on within minutes, and the boat was clearly struggling in the outgoing tide.

Netarts boat crew found 4 young males in a very small, overloaded, under powered boat not wearing life vests. The visitors were able to make their way back to dock.

A few years ago a similar size boat capsized in outgoing tide and two boaters, not wearing life vests perished.

Thank you Netarts-Oceanside Fire District Volunteers for risking their safety for others. Thank you U.S. Coast Guard Northwest, U.S. Coast Guard Station Tillamook Bay, Garibaldi Fire & Rescue and Tillamook County Emergency Communications District - Tillamook 911 for their support!

📷 Netarts-Oceanside Fire District

📌 DuneFest is a major annual off-road event traditionally held in Wi******er Bay near Reedsport, within the Oregon Dunes...
01/02/2026

📌 DuneFest is a major annual off-road event traditionally held in Wi******er Bay near Reedsport, within the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. Known for its ATV and UTV riding, the festival draws enthusiasts with competitions, vendors, and on-site camping across the expansive sand dunes.

After being canceled in 2025 due to U.S. Forest Service permitting issues tied to wildlife protection lawsuits, DuneFest is planning a return in 2026. New management is working to secure the necessary permits and deliver an improved event experience, with official dates expected to be announced in early 2026. 🇺🇸

01/01/2026

Prime example of what not to do during king tide dates or any day of that matter. Stay off logs, these will be like torpedos when the waves hit them and you will get injured!


📷 Sandy Land

Washed up shark at the south jetty in Florence Oregon. Be sure to stay back and keep pets away. Report any shark standin...
01/01/2026

Washed up shark at the south jetty in Florence Oregon. Be sure to stay back and keep pets away.
Report any shark standing to Oregon state university or call ODFW.
📷 Melanie Marie

Here’s the eagles from the Live video this morning waiting on the big splashes at Seal Rock during the first day of king...
01/01/2026

Here’s the eagles from the Live video this morning waiting on the big splashes at Seal Rock during the first day of king tide 2026. As you can see they were watching to 😉 🦅

01/01/2026

Seal rock

01/01/2026

King Tide day 1 Seal Rock

High tide is at 9:40am @10.1 ft. I can hear the waves breaking from my place, but for the 1st day of king tide I’m not t...
01/01/2026

High tide is at 9:40am @10.1 ft. I can hear the waves breaking from my place, but for the 1st day of king tide I’m not too sure it’s going to be spectacular viewing. I’m heading out to Seal Rock to do a live. So be back soon.

Good morning, and Happy New Year 2026!
01/01/2026

Good morning, and Happy New Year 2026!

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