Word came to Indian Wells Valley Water District Manager, Don Zdeba, last Thursday that the state had approved the Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP).

As the need for water increases in drought-battered California, one water district in the region is looking at pooling resources as the best strategy to meet those needs.

The Port of Coos Bay is officially the new owner of a shipping terminal that, once up and running, will mean more jobs and revenue coming into the area.

The Oregon International Port of Coos Bay will be able to rebuild its jetty, making it safer for fishermen and shipping vessel traffic to cross the bar.

Work has begun on a $4.3 million project that will add new recreation features and make upgrades to the Alex Fiore Teen Center and Goebel Adult Community Center in Thousand Oaks.