O’Brien Memorial Temp. Library Opening Hours
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O’Brien Memorial Temp. Library Opening Hours

ByTom Atkinson

While the long and complex process of fundraising and scoping out the location for the new O’Brien Memorial Library continues, great progress has been made towards setting up a temporary library at the Upper McKenzie Community Center in Rainbow and we can now announce that they will officially open for business on July 5th!  The UMCC…

Food Pantry Back Up and Running in Blue River
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Food Pantry Back Up and Running in Blue River

ByTom Atkinson

As part of the transition from emergency assistance to longer-term recovery, the former site of the Blue River Relief Center at the McKenzie School has now reverted to being the storage and distribution site for the local food pantry. When? – Every second and fourth Friday of the month,  11:00 am to 2:00 pm If you can’t…

Vida Relief Center Now Offering Public WiFi!
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Vida Relief Center Now Offering Public WiFi!

ByTom Atkinson

Good News!  As of Saturday, the Vida Relief Center now offers public WiFi thanks to Matt Sayre and the Oregon Internet Response volunteers. Currently, there is public WiFi access in the Information Center and near the buildings where there are multiple picnic tables available outside.  The Vida Relief Center driveway gate is open only when the relief center is open (Tu/Th/Sa, 10a-4p)  …

#McKenzieStrong – Virtual Tour Videos
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#McKenzieStrong – Virtual Tour Videos

ByTom Atkinson

Below are the videos that were shown in today’s Virtual Tour of McKenzie Recovery efforts. Thank you everyone for your support and feel free to share these videos as they are hosted on YouTube and available to the public.

Residents Affected by Holiday Farm Fire To Receive Holiday Boxes
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Residents Affected by Holiday Farm Fire To Receive Holiday Boxes

ByTom Atkinson

Source: KLCC.org By Aubrey Bulkeley Whether staying at local hotels or camping on their property, many people affected by the Holiday Farm Fire are still living in temporary situations. The McKenzie Community Development Corporation is giving out holiday boxes to 400 McKenzie River area residents featuring local blueberries, honey, and hazelnuts. Communications Director Alice Bonasio…

Holiday Gift Boxes for the McKenzie Community
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Holiday Gift Boxes for the McKenzie Community

ByTom Atkinson

With the holidays fast approaching and winter drawing in, our thoughts turn to the hundreds of families who have been affected by the Holiday Farm Fire. 2020 has already been a tough year, and with a spike in COVID cases forcing new restrictions on gatherings in Oregon, this would have been a strange and challenging…

Community Advocates Warn Of Waning ‘Honeymoon Period’ Following Wildfires
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Community Advocates Warn Of Waning ‘Honeymoon Period’ Following Wildfires

ByTom Atkinson

Source KLCC.org The outpouring of support for Oregon wildfire victims was strong following September’s destruction. But some fear awareness is waning, just as winter nears. Listen to the full Radio segment here https://www.klcc.org/post/community-advocates-warn-waning-honeymoon-period-following-wildfires Tim Laue is president of the McKenzie River Development Corporation. Standing in the ruins of the town of Blue River, he says…

Cooperator’s Update Wednesday 21st October
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Cooperator’s Update Wednesday 21st October

ByTom Atkinson

Sean Davis Sean is working on a COVID-compliant Halloween party for the kids. Last year’s one was a great success and they’re hoping that in spite of all the difficulties they’ll be able to make some fun memories for the young’uns. Madison offered to host the event at the MGS and it is likely to…