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2024 Pinwheel Run for Child Abuse Prevention

On Saturday, April 6, CASA of Coos and Curry Counties and the local chapter of Bikers Against Child Abuse joined forces to put on the 2024 Pinwheel Run for Child Abuse Prevention.

About 34 motorcycles joined in for the Pinwheel Ride. Later, families and kids came out for the community event held to bring awareness to, and raise funds for, abused and neglected children.

The community event featured a variety of activities, including bounce houses and gift bags for children,

7 Devils creates seasonal brews for a good cause

BY BREE LAUGHLIN The World

A local brewery is giving their guests the opportunity to drink beer for a good cause.

The 7 Devils Brewing Co. has been collaborating with local organizations to create seasonal bene t beers.

“We love to give back to our community, and we’ll take just about any excuse to do that while drinking a delicious beer,” said 7 Devils Brewing Co. owner Annie Pollard. Community members are being invited to visit the brewery to help nish up the last batches of their latest season bene t beer, “The Elakha Ale,” which is expected to last through the end of April. The Elakha Ale boasts a blend of Chinook Hops, Maris Otter Malt, and locally sourced

dulse seaweed from Oregon Seaweed. Each sip supports the mission of the Elakha Alliance in their endeavor to reintroduce sea otters to their ancestral home in Oregon.

“Restoring Oregon’s sea otter population could have immense effects on the resiliency of our coastal ecosystems, and would rebuild a lost cultural connection for the indigenous coastal community,” Pollard said. Seven Devil’s head brewer Jonah Bodden, and the rest of the 7 Devil’s team, put a lot of thought into creating the recipes for the bene t beers –including the Elakha Ale.

“In terms of the beer making side of things, we decided to make a Brown Ale because it resembles a sea otter’s fur,” Bodden said.

“It also has a coastal in uence. We add roasted red dulse to the beer. Dulse is edible seawood – similar to what you eat in sushi. It’s really yummy.

It has nice, savory umami notes and sea salt that really complements the avor of the brown ale.”

The brewers also chose to use Chinook hops that are grown in Oregon for the Elakha Ale. “That is one other way we are trying to create an homage to the local ecosystems and environment that the Elakha Alliance is working so hard to protect and restore,” Bodden

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Community Calendar of Events

Community Cooking With The Co-Op:

Starring Kelli! The Coos Bay Public Library has partnered with Coos Head Food Co-op to offer this FREE, virtual community event on every fourth Thursday. Next event will feature Easy 1-Pot Massaman Curry (vegan) by Community Yoga instructor, Kelli Bosak, on Thursday, April 25 at 5:30pm via Zoom.

Did you know that a person walking with a white cane is blind? The American Council of the Blind of Oregon, Southwest Chapter meets every second Saturday at The Venture Inn Restaurant at Inland Point, 2265 Inland Point Dr., North Bend. Lunch is at 11:30am; meeting 12:30. Call Leonard Kokle at 541-888-0846 for more information.

South Coast Head Start is accepting applications for our FREE preschool and Early Head Start program for qualifying families for the 2023-2024 program year! We offer a fun, researched-based curriculum; free and healthy meals; and child development, nutrition, and health screenings with follow-up support for all enrolled children. No potty-training required! Our services are for pregnant participants to children age 5. Call us to-day at 541-8883717 and ask for enrollment. Or visit us at our Facebook and Instagram

page: South Coast Head Start. Priority is given to Homeless children, Foster children, and children with disabilities.

Dancing At The Reedsport Senior Center Every Wednesday 9:30 - 11:30 am!

Free Dance Lessons Start At 9:30 Am Followed By Music And Dancing Until Just Before Lunch.

All Are Invited Even If You Don't Dance - Just Enjoy

Dance Slow Dance, Waltz, East Coast Swing, Cha-Cha And More Reedsport Senior Center 460 Winchester Ave Reedsport, Oregon 541-271-4884

MindPower Upcoming Events

April Wine Tastings from 4:00-7:00pm (Wine tasting events can change or more dates can be added, check or updates on Facebook or emails)

APRIL

April 26th Meadow

Estates Vineyard and Winery

MAY

3rd Winery TBA (Cinco de Mayo Open House Reedsport Main Street. Progressive Stop) 17th Sarver Winery 31st Winery TBA

JUNE 2024 14th Artist Show and Reception—Gesine Krätzner clay sculptures and paintings.

If you haven’t been in the gallery recently we hope you come in and see some of the new artists that

have joined us in the past month. We welcome Therese Misner, Brian Gorrin, Gabrelle Soraci, Kona Bear, Designs Rumors Run Wild, Victoria Kwasinski, Laret Glass, Meyer Works, Paula Litch eld. Our next Art and Wine

Tasting is Friday April 5th from 4:00-7:00pm with Girardet Vineyard and Winery. We are happy to bring back Kristi to come pour some of their amazing wines! These evenings are always a great way for you to try the wine before you buy them, and nd out what wine pairs with dinner. Come for the tasting, stay for a glass or take home a bottle.

Coos Bay/North Bend Parkinson's Support Group meets on the second Thursday of each month from 1:00 to 2:30 at the Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Avenue, Coos Bay, Myrtlewood Room and is sponsored by Parkinson's Resources of Oregon.

Local contact information: Aaron541.808.1336

Learn more about PRO's services at www.parkinsonsresources.org

A Tiny Art Show At The North Bend Public Library

The North Bend Public Library is holding a Tiny Art Show showcasing art made by you! Partic-

ipants can use their own supplies or pick up a mini kit from the library to create a work of art no bigger than 3 in. X 3 in. Art kits are available at the library starting April 1, while supplies last. Art must be submitted by Friday, April 26. Our Tiny Art Show will be displayed during the month of May for public viewing. Kits can be picked up from the front desk in the library. This program is for all ages. For more information, visit www.northbendlibrary.org or call (541) 756-0400.

Pigs on the Wing’s 2023-2024 tour, “A Pink Floyd Retrospective” will feature a meticulously curated collection of the very best of classic-era Pink Floyd cuts organized into 2 distinct sets. Rather than performing a single album from start to end, expect to hear the band focus on their favorite sections of the classic albums, including hits, deep cuts, and the band’s trademark willingness to explore the sonic space in experimental improvisation. Fans can expect an immersive visual show in a don’t-miss event for any Pink Floyd fan! From its garage-rock roots in 2006 as a one-off show, to full album productions and performing for thousands of fans each year, Portland Oregon based Pigs on the Wing have built a loyal following dedicated

to the band’s high energy take on Pink Floyd’s music. All members of Pigs on the Wing are seasoned veterans of the Paci c NW rock scene and are unapologetic in bringing their wide-ranging musical in uences to the table. Setting the band aside from other tribute rock acts, Pigs on the Wing balance a decidedly un-tribute-like attitude towards the music with precision to detail and a deep understanding of the importance of Pink Floyd's music in many fans' lives. TICKETS: Pigs on the Wing - A Pink Floyd Retrospective: Tour 2024 Tickets, Fri, Apr 26, 2024 at 8:00 PM | Eventbrite

Community Yoga

Thursday, May 9 6:00pm.

Coos Bay Public Library

The Coos Bay Public Library has partnered with yoga instructor, Kelli Bosak, to offer this FREE virtual event for those seeking guided practice. We meet every second Thursday via Zoom.

LIGHTHOUSE BLUES

Bandon 4th of July -

Johnny Wheels & The Swamp Donkeys

Come celebrate the 4th of July with some bluesy tunes by Johnny Wheels & The Swamp Donkeys at LIGHTHOUSE BLUES in Bandon!

Thursday, July 4 · 69:30pm PDT 250 1st Street Southwest Bandon, OR 97411

Come celebrate Indepen-

dence Day with some soulful blues music. Johnny Wheels & The Swamp Donkeys will be rocking the stage, guaranteeing a night lled with good vibes and great tunes. Don't miss out on this in-person event - grab your friends and get ready to dance the night away at The Bandon Fisheries Warehouse!

Shine On - Grateful Dead Tribute Band coming to Bandon! Starts on Friday, July 12 · 6:30pm PDT 250 1st Street Southwest Bandon, OR 97411

THE BANDON FISHERIES WAREHOUSE is excited to bring you Southern Oregon's very popular Grateful Dead Tribute Band... Shine On! Food & Beverage Available on site.

Beer, Wine, Cider, Cocktails , Non-Alcoholic No outside food & beverage allowed.

Doors open at 6 pm

Petunia & The Vipers Saturday, July 27 · 6:30 - 9:30pm PDT 250 1st Street Southwest Bandon, OR 97411

BANDON FISHERIES WAREHOUSE is so excited to bring you Petunia & The Vipers. FOOD & BEVERAGES available.

Beer, Wine, Cider, Cocktails, non-alcoholic. NO outside food & beverage! Doors open at 6pm

Bene t Concert, South Fork Four Band April 20, 6 – 9pm Bene t concert, with the money raised to go towards local school music programs.

The South Fork Four band is breaking up this spring. They have had so much fun performing together over the last 3 years all over the state of Oregon (and even a few times in California!) and it’s bittersweet to wrap things up. We have appreciated the endless support from friends, family and to all of the folks who have found us along the way. Thank you guys for everything! We will be wrapping things up with a few shows in March and April, including an exciting last concert that is to be announced.

April 26, 2024, 7 p.m.

April 27, 2024, 7 p.m.

April 28, 2024, 7 p.m.

2024 SHOW Synopsis What happens when Darius Dingling, the evil and conniving owner of Dingling Brothers Three-Ring Circus, comes to town on the hunt for a big-footed critter to add to his circus attractions? Will his lust for money be abated

Hands Off My Bigfoot”

Thursday 04/04:

North Bend

• 8:59 am, 62 year old female cited on criminal trespass II, 2100 block of Mcpherson Avenue.

• 10:12 am, criminal trespass, 1700 block of Virginia Avenue.

• 10:33 am, criminal mischief, 1700 block of Virginia Avenue.

• 11:41 am, shoplifter, 1700 block of Virginia Ave.

• 12:24 pm, theft, 1600 block of Virginia Avenue.

• 4:42 pm, disorderly conduct, 1900 block of Union Avenue.

• 6:39 pm, hit & run, 1700 block of Virginia Avenue.

• 9:46 pm, disorderly conduct, 1900 block of Virginia Avenue.

• 11:12 pm, 27 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on probation violation, area of Ferry Road Park.

Coquille

• 9:15 am, harassment, 800 block of North Central Boulevard.

Reedsport

• 8:48 am, trespassing, area of Dollar Tree.

• 7:01 pm, trespassing, area of Jacksons Coffeehouse Café.

• 8:42 pm, harassment, 3100 block of Maple Ct.

• 10:29 pm, disturbance, 2600 block of Frontage Rd.

• 5:39 pm, fraud, 2300 block of Arthur Drive.

• 5:40 pm, theft, area of Ace Hardware.

• 11:49 pm, fire, area of Country Club Drive.

Friday 04/05: North Bend

• 6:50 am, domestic menacing, 1800 block of Sherman Avenue.

• 9:09 am, theft, 2000 block of Harbor Avenue.

• 9:39 am, 63 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on domestic menacing, unlawful use of a weapon, disorderly conduct, 800 block of California Avenue.

• 12:09 pm, theft, area of Garfield Street.

• 3:12 pm, dispute, area of Virginia Avenue & Hamilton.

• 5:21 pm, criminal mischief, 2100 block of Madrona Avenue.

• 5:54 pm, disorderly conduct, 2000 block of Inland Drive.

• 9:11 pm, fight, 700 block of California Street.

• 9:27 am, disorderly conduct, 1600 block of Virginia Avenue.

Coos Bay

• 2:12 am, 39 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on probation violation on criminal mischief I, failure to appear I, probation violation on robbery III, theft III, probation violation on failure to appear I, 200 block of South Cammann Street.

• 6:52 am, threats, 500 block of Puerto Vista Drive.

• 7:59 am, indecent exposure, area of South 1st Street & Hall Street.

• 8:05 am, criminal trespass, 200 block of West Commercial.

• 9:56 am, disorderly conduct, area of Empire Boat Ramp.

• 10:36 am, theft, 100 block of South 7th Street.

• 11:35 am, burglary, 2700 block of 33rd Street.

• 12:00 pm, criminal trespass, 700 block of South Broadway Street.

• 12:17 pm, 26 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on disorderly conduct II, attempted sodomy I, 1700 block of Thompson Road.

• 12:18 pm, criminal trespass, 100 block of North Morrison.

• 12:21 pm, 26 year old female cited on criminal trespass II, 1000 block of South 1st Street.

• 12:29 pm, 41 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on driving while suspended, area of 2nd Court Alley & Wendy’s.

• 12:28 pm, disorderly conduct, area of Highway

Barbara Ann Richter

August 18, 1951 – March 16, 2024

Barb was born in Hugo, Oklahoma and moved to Oregon with her parents when she was 2 months old. Her father, Arlyn Faye Forbus, worked for Coos Bay Lumber for many years while her mother, Mary Ruth (Holley) Forbus, had numerous jobs ending at Roseburg Forest Products.

Barb started schooling in North Bend, but graduated from Marshfield in 1969. Out of high school she started working for GTE putting in 18 years and making a

Mary Adams

lot of lifelong friendships. With GTE moving to Portland, she decided to stay here in 1987.She met Michael in 1985 and were married on April 16th of 1988. They had no children together, but not without trying.

Barb starting working for Bay Area Hospital in the admitting in emergency in 1987. She had such a sweet and calming voice, they called her the voice of the hospital, where she worked for 25 years.

Barb loved reading, watching scary movies,

October 9, 1933 – March 18, 2024

Mary Emily Adams passed away March 18, 2024 due to complications from a blood clot in her leg. She was at peace and with close family during her passing. She is predeceased by husband Don and son Marty. Survived by son Mark (both sons by a previous marriage). She was born on October 9, 1933 in Inglewood California to Earl and Estelle Rush. A graveside service will be held in her honor on April 27, 2024, 10AM, at San Miguel Cemetery.

101 & Coalbank Bridge.

• 12:48 pm, disorderly conduct, area of 2nd & Central.

• 12:53 pm, disorderly conduct, area of Newmark & 7 Eleven.

• 1:12 pm, burglary, 300 block of South Marple St.

• 1:30 pm, disorderly conduct, 1200 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 1:38 pm, criminal trespass, 100 block of Norman Avenue.

• 2:21 pm, disorderly conduct, 1200 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 4:36 pm, criminal trespass, 1100 block of South Broadway Street.

• 5:10 pm, burglary, 1800 block of South 28th Court.

• 5:16 pm, criminal trespass, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 5:19 pm, burglary, 1400 block of Cedar Street.

• 5:35 pm, theft, 1400 block of Southwest Blvd.

• 5:57 pm, criminal mischief, area of Mingus Park Ballfield.

• 6:01 pm, criminal trespass, 200 block of Hull St.

• 8:04 pm, disorderly conduct, area of South 4th Street & Anderson Ave.

• 8:19 pm, 41 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on theft I, 1000 block of South 1st St.

• 8:42 pm, dispute, 500 block of South Empire Boulevard.

• 9:10 pm, 36 year old male cited on DUI I, 800 block of Southwest Blvd.

• 10:32 pm, disorderly conduct, 700 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 11:42 pm, 61 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on disorderly conduct II, 200 block of South Schoneman Street.

Saturday 04/06: North Bend

• 12:35 am, 24 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on assault II, area of Broadway & 14th. •

Gayle Janice Martin

October 23, 1942 – April 1, 2024

A Memorial Service will be held for Gayle Janice Martin, loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother, at 1:00 PM Saturday April 20, 2024 at Nelson’s Bay Area Mortuary, 405 Elrod Ave, Coos Bay. Gayle passed away peacefully in her sleep April,1 2024 at the age of 81 in Coos Bay, OR. She was born October 23, 1942, to Pete and Maxine Kromminga in Eugene OR and she was raised in Dexter, Scottsburg, Brookings, and many other various Oregon Coastal logging camps until finally settling in North Bend. Gayle graduated from North Bend High School and was very involved in coordinating the class

reunions over the years. After Graduating she met the love of her life Danny and they married May 4, 1963, and had two sons. She had her own bookkeeping/ tax business for many years, she was also involved for several years in the community including but not limited to the Red Cross, ILWU Auxiliary and loved spending time monthly with her card club gals. Gayle loved camping, traveling, knitting, canning and has done many beautiful stitcheries over the years.

She was proceeded in death by her Husband Danny, her father, mother and brother Dick. She has left behind her two sons

Rollie Thomas Pean

October 20, 1930 – March 31, 2024

Rollie Thomas Pean, 93, passed away March 31, 2024, at home in Medford. He was born October 20, 1930 in Daviess County, Kentucky to Homer and Ethel Taylor Pean. His professional career included 14 years with the Medford Police Department, serving as Lieutenant in charge of the Services Division. He served as Coos Bay Police Chief for 24 years with the latter part of that time as Director of Public Safety. He was an active participant in many local and state organizations including Chairman of the State Board on Police Standards and Training,

and living on the farm tending her flowers in the peace and quiet and gardening. She loved going with Michael on camping trips to the Rogue River, hunting trips to eastern Oregon to the high lakes on Century Drive and around the Beaver Marsh area.

Barb is survived by her husband, Michael Richter, her mother, Mary Ruth Leeth of 90 years, and her sister Renee Sacket and husband, Stanley, brother, Jimmy Arlyn Forbus of Salem, Oregon, numerous

nieces and nephews, Denise and Nicholas (deceased) from mother Renee and Denise’s children, Kylee and Derek, Kylee’s daughter, Nichole. Michael’s brother, Lyle and his children, Timothy and his son, Kayel, living in Oklahoma where Barb was born; Alysia and her husband Tony Borgogno and children, Jake, Bentley, and Troy and Lyle’s stepchildren, Taomi and Jessica and her children; Mike’s older brother, Lonny and his step children, Joey

Schroeder Funeral Service, Bandon.

Viola Ellen Howell, 84, of Coos Bay, passed away on April 8, 2024 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.

Baby Esperanza Dawn Cruz Lopez, 6 months

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Chrystle Carol Gunderson, 93, of Coos Bay, passed away on April 4, 2024 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.

Roya Warnken Cuddeback Matson, 94, of Eugene formerly of Coos Bay died March 29, 2024 in Eugene.

Scott & Sheri Martin, Rick & Devinee Martin; grandchildren Bryson, Kelsee (Andrew Sofich), Zachary and Sheldon, and 1 Great Grandchild McCoy. Arrangements are under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, 405 Elrod Ave., Coos Bay, Oregon 541/267-4216

Vice-Chairman of the Oregon Traffic Safety Commission, President of the Oregon Police Chiefs Association and President of the Coos Bay-North Bend Rotary Club. He retired from law enforcement in 1993.

Rollie was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years Marlene Rosenbalm Pean, his parents, a brother Randall and sisters Ethel Pean and Geneva Pean Moore. Surviving are: daughter Lisa Stauffer of Central Point; son Stephen Pean of Medford; grandchildren Ali Stauffer of Medford, Sarah McGraw of Denver and Joshua

Parker of Salem, Oregon and Jamar Blondell of Mo. Mike’s nieces and nephews from sister Janice (deceased), Jackie, John, Joe, Julie, Jason, and Julie's son Seth.

She was preceded in death by her father, Arlyn Faye Forbus and Nicholas Wright.

Barb requested to have no funeral services. Barb asks all you smokers out there to quit smoking and put them out of business. She spent 12 years of battling COPD. She will

Pean of Astoria; six great-grandchildren Taryn, Avery and Jocelyn McGraw, Max Hancock, and Jude and Henry Pean. Funeral services will be private with burial in Jacksonville Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to a charity or religious institution of personal choice. Arrangements are entrusted to Perl Funeral Home 541772-5488. Memories and condolences can be expressed on our website. www. perlfuneralhome.com

Private burial has been held at Sunset Memorial Park, Coos Bay under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. www.coosbayareafunerals.com

Marion Elsie Norton, 81, of Coos Bay, passed away

April 6, 2024 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131 www. coosbayareafunerals.com

Judith Ann Hansen, 83, of Coos

away

April 3, 2024 at Springfield. Cremation Rites are under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, 405 Elrod Ave., Coos Bay, Oregon 541/267-4216

Robert Adam Harlukowicz, from Coos Bay. Born 7-11-41

be dearly missed by all that knew her. Love you always, Sweetie.

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• 12:53 pm, disorderly conduct, 1200 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 1:03 pm, disorderly conduct, 1200 block of Newmark Avenue.

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• 6:20 pm, criminal trespass, 1800 block of Newmark Street.

• 8:04 pm, criminal trespass, 3000 block of Brussells Street.

• 8:09 pm, disorderly conduct, area of Oak & Virginia.

• 8:09 pm, assault, 3200 block of Tremont Avenue.

• 10:55 pm, criminal trespass, area of Broadway Plaza.

• 11:06 pm, criminal trespass, 2100 block of Newmark Street.

• 11:53 pm, criminal trespass, 2000 block of Virginia Avenue.

• 11:55 pm, criminal trespass, 2200 block of Broadway Avenue.

Coos Bay

• 12:49 am, assault, 1100 block of Anderson Ave.

• 6:52 am, 36 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on burglary II, theft III, conspiracy, 3300 block of Walnut Avenue.

• 6:52 am, 31 year old female transported to Coos County Jail on failure to appear on criminal trespass I, theft III, felon in possession of restricted weapon, failure to appear on giving false information to peace of cer in connection with citation/ warrant, failure to appear on criminal citation, 3300 block of Walnut Avenue.

• 8:08 am, burglary, 1200 block of North Bayshore Drive.

• 11:09 am, theft of mail, 1100 block of Blanco Ave.

said. The next seasonal bene t beer, scheduled to come out in mid-to-late May, will support the South Slough Estuary. “In about a month or so we are going to be doing a spruce tip IPA,” Bodden said.

The 7 Devils crew actually go out to the South Slough Estuary and harvest the spruce

• 1:03 pm, criminal trespass, 300 block of North Morrison Street.

• 1:35 pm, shoplifter, 1000 block of South 1st St.

• 5:08 pm, criminal trespass, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 5:56 pm, criminal trespass, 1600 block of Virginia Avenue.

• 7:07 pm, disorderly conduct, area of Empire Boat Ramp.

• 7:07 pm, criminal trespass, 400 block of Donnelly Avenue.

• 7:07 pm, criminal trespass, 300 block of South 5th Street.

• 8:34 pm, 68 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on violation on no contact order, 1000 block of Oakway Drive.

• 10:33 pm, 37 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on criminal trespass II, probation violation, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue.

Coquille

• 1:57 am, ght, area of North Birch off Hwy 42.

Sunday 04/07:

North Bend

• 9:35 am, theft, 2000 block of Newmark Street.

• 11:01 am, criminal trespass, 2000 block of Monroe Avenue.

• 1:36 pm, dispute, 1300 block of Virginia Avenue.

Coos Bay

• 2:04 am, criminal trespass, 1000 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 2:52 am, criminal trespass, 1100 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 6:20 am, criminal trespass, 500 block of 11th Ave.

• 7:41 am, theft, 500

tips from trees that they add to the beer. “We donate some of the proceeds from that beer back to the estuary to help them maintain trails and fund educational programs,” Bodden said.

The brewer said he enjoys working at a company that gives back to the community. “Anything we can do to help that stays true our identity as a brewery, and that gives locals and

block of 11th Avenue.

• 7:58 am, criminal trespass, 1500 block of Ocean Ave.

• 11:19 am, disorderly conduct, 200 block of Holland Avenue.

• 11:25 am, criminal trespass, 1100 block of Juniper Avenue.

• 11:27 am, fraud, 2700 block of 35th Street.

• 11:44 am, disorderly conduct, 200 block of Holland Avenue.

• 1:03 pm, disorderly conduct, area of South 1st & Johnson Avenue.

• 1:10 pm, 34 year old transported to Coos County Jail on manslaughter I, reckless driving, 4 counts reckless endangering, criminal mischief II, 500 block of South Empire Boulevard.

• 2:24 pm, criminal trespass, 1000 block of South 1st Street.

• 2:27 pm, criminal trespass, 100 block of North Cammann Street.

• 3:40 pm, 34 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on failure to appear on false info, failure to appear II, area of Hill & Newport.

• 9:48 pm, criminal trespass, 100 block of South 7th Street.

• 10:09 pm, criminal trespass, 1000 block of Newmark Avenue.

Coquille

• 6:56 am, criminal trespass, 200 block of North Adams Street.

• 10:57 am, criminal trespass, 400 block of North Central Boulevard.

• 11:53 am, 43 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on criminal trespass II, 400 block of North Central Boulevard.

• 11:53 am, 37 year old male transported to Coos county Jail on criminal trespass II, 400 block of North Central Boulevard.

tourists the opportunity enjoy, is actually making a direct impact on these groups out in our community,” he said.

Seven Devils Brewing Co. has two locations in Coos Bay. The Brewery/ Tap House is located at 247 S. 2nd Street. The Waterfront is located at 1240 N. Bayshore Drive. Additional information can be found on their website: www.7devilsbrewery.com.

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Charming 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath renovated cottage located on the east side of Bandon with easy access to Uptown Amenities, Old Town, and Harbor. Residence has a peaceful setting with a comfortable and cozy atmosphere. Features Vinyl Plank flooring, efficient Contemporary kitchen, a spacious bonus/family room, laundry room, and a large south-facing backyard. An excellent scaled-down residence or second home. You will appreciate the charm of this home, a…. classic vintage yet contemporary residence on the pristine Southern Oregon Coast. Offered at $535,000 Contact Principal Broker Dan Cirigliano at 541.297.2427.

1+ acre property just beyond city limits. Surrounded by owner-occupied homes. This location offers a peaceful retreat while maintaining proximity to essential amenities. The electrical service is already in place, the parcel has been surveyed, has a well, and approved for a septic system. Offered at $179,500. Contact Dan Cirigliano Principal Broker, 541.297.2427.

Legal Notices 999 NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING

an application at:

3225 Beach Loop Drive, Bandon, OR

Recreational Vehicles 604

BUYING RVs. Gib's RV is looking for clean pre-owned RVs to buy/consign. No fee consignments. We make house calls. 541-888-3423.

Pets 736

Yorkshire Terrier Pup. ACA papered, first shots, 10 weeks old, 4-6 lbs. max, $1300 cash. 541-761-1652

Real Estate/Trade 900

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38 years licensed in Oregon 541-912-0934 983 Central Ave., Coos Bay

A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Coquille School District, Coos County, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025, will be held at: 970 N. Central, Coquille, Oregon. The meeting will take place on May 15, 2024 at 5:00 PM. The purpose of the meeting is to receive the budget message. A copy of the budget may be inspected or obtained on or after May 16, 2024 at 970 N. Central, Coquille between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:00 PM. This is a public meeting where deliberation of the Budget committee will take place. Listed below is the time and place of

meeting where deliberation of the Budget Committee will take place. Any person may appear at the meeting and discuss the proposed programs with the Budget Committee. Published: April 19 and 30, 2024. The World & ONPA. (ID:389075)

NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING

secured by said trust deed and notice has been recorded pursuant to Section 86.752(3) of Oregon Revised Statutes. There is a default by grantor or other person owing an obligation, performance of which is secured by the trust deed, or by the successor in interest, with respect to provisions therein which authorize sale in the event of such provision. The default for which foreclosure is made is grantor’s failure to pay when due the following sum: TOTAL REQUIRED TO REINSTATE: $12,066.91 TOTAL REQUIRED TO PAYOFF: $215,908.57

Because of interest, late charges, and other charges that may vary from day-today, the amount due on the day you pay may be greater. It will be necessary for you to contact the Trustee before the time you tender reinstatement or the payoff amount so that you may be advised of the exact amount you will be required to pay. By reason of the default, the beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by the trust deed immediately due and payable, those sums being the following, to- wit: The installments of principal and interest which became due on 9/1/2023, and all subsequent installments of principal and interest through the date of this Notice, plus amounts that are due for late charges, delinquent property taxes, insurance premiums,

neither the beneficiary nor the trustee has any actual notice of any person having or claiming to have any lien upon or interest in the real property hereinabove described subsequent to the interest of the trustee in the trust deed, or of any successor in interest to grantor or of any lessee or other person in possession of or occupying the property, except: Name and Last Known Address and Nature of Right, Lien or Interest ASHLEY LOCKART 63750 WALLACE ROAD COOS BAY, OR 97420 Original Borrower DANIEL LOCKART 63750 WALLACE ROAD COOS BAY, OR 97420 Original Borrower For Sale Information Call: 1-866-5394173 or Login to: www. Servicelinkauction.com In construing this notice, the singular includes the plural, the word “grantor” includes any successor in interest to this grantor as well as any other person owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by the trust deed, and the words “trustee” and “beneficiary” include their respective successors in interest, if any. Pursuant

2024. Comments will be subject to a three-minute limit per community member. Email comments to budgetcommitteecomments @nbend.k12.or.us.

A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained online at http://www.nbend. k12.or.us/ beginning May 6th, 2024. These are public meetings where deliberation of the budget committee will take place. Notice of the publication is also available at http://www. nbend.k12.or.us.

and take further action as necessary. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. Without limiting the

Dated April 19, 2024. Published: April 19 and 26, 2024. The World & ONPA. (ID:388630)

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Pursuant to ORS 477.250, notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held at the Coos Forest Protective Association District office conference room in Coos Bay, Oregon, on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM, to receive oral and written comments from any interested persons with suggestions, advice, objections or remonstrance’s to the proposed budget for the forest protection district. Those persons wishing to participate virtually may do so by contacting dominique.c.ray@odf. oregon.gov to receive a link to join. Written comments may be submitted at the public hearing or submitted via USPS mail (Coos Forest Protective Association, 63612 Fifth Road, Coos Bay, OR 97420 or email (dominique.c.ray@odf.

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special arrangements should contact Dominique Ray, at 541-267-3161 at least two working days in advance of the scheduled hearing.

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She doesn't seem to care -- the layaway lie is her story and she's sticking to it. What do I do?

BY MARY SCHAMEHORN

"Bandon Bank One of the Best" screams a headline in the July 18, 1927, Western World, talking about the Bank of Bandon ( rst photo), which was founded on the 25th of November, 1904, at Bandon.

"A summary of the reports of conditions of Coos County banks as of June 30, 1927, recently published in the Coos Bay Times, gives some interesting information. While there is a decrease of over a million dollars in county bank deposits compared to a year ago, the banks as a whole show strong reserves and large surplus accounts. The decrease in deposits is natural, considering general business conditions here and elsewhere along the coast and throughout the country.

"In the Bandon vicinity the deposit decrease is low compared to the county as a whole. The local bank (second photo) shows about ve percent less than last year while the county bank deposits are approximately 19 percent less than in June, 1926.

"By making a comparative analysis of the published statements of the 11 banks the local depositors have reason to point with pride to the Bank of Bandon as one of the strongest and more conservative banking institutions in Coos county. It was second in Cash and Due from Banks, showing 27.5 percent reserve. The First National of North Bend was rst with 30 percent. Bandon rates as one of the strongest on the list, and considering their low building investment, their statement is perhaps second to none in the county."

J.L. Kronenberg (father of the late Jack Kronenberg who built the saltwater natatorium at Coquille Point and grandfather of Jean Kronenberg Ritenour) was the rst president between 1904-1916; second president was T.P. Hanly (maternal greatgrandfather of county commissioner John Sweet), 1916-1936; C.Y. Lowe, third president, 1937-1938, (greatgrandfather of the Capps siblings); and W.J. Sweet (John Sweet's paternal grandfather), who took over in 1938 and served as bank president for many years. If you can, blow up the photo of the interior of the bank and note things like the old 10-key cash register, an old typewriter, a coin separator and the ledger books.

The third photo is the former Ledgerwood ranch which became the site for the development of Westmost Golf Course. The property today is owned by the City of Bandon after serving the community as a nine-hole golf course for nearly a century. A group of Bandon man organized in the summer of 1927 to promote a golf course for Bandon. Among those involved were my grandfather, L.D. Felsheim; Bo Shindler's grandfather, Otto Shindler; and George W. Moore Jr., A.H. Rosa, Ed Capps and Dr. R.E. Donehey.

By October, construction work had started on the golf links at the Ledgerwood farm on Bandon beach, about a mile south of Silver Spray Gardens, which was built on what today is known as Coquille Point at the end of 11th Street. This photo was taken sometime after the re of 1936 because along the ocean bluff you can see Windermere, which opened just a few months after the re, and is still a popular motel today.

The Oct. 6, 1927, Western World explains that the developer Leo. E. Smith of Tillamook "and his assistants started laying out the course and the following day men were put to work making necessary clearings.

The committee was tasked to raise the $6,000 needed to build the course with $3,500 having been subscribed at that point.

"Mr. Smith plans to secure a room in the business section to be used evenings for golf practice and instruction. A large net will be put up to shoot the ball into from the tee and, if possible, a putting green will be arranged.

At that time, the course had not yet been named. Some time later, a contest was held and Erma Crane Boyle (who my siblings and I grew up calling Auntie Erma) was the winner with the Westmost name.

My grandfather played the course faithfully for the next 35 years before he died of a heart attack on the ninth green in February of 1962 at the age of 75.

The property was also considered for an "airplane eld," which was to be located on high ground at the golf links. The only request of the developer, Mr. Smith, was that the chamber of commerce erect a large ag pole at the place. "The pole should be at least 140 feet high so that the stars and stripes can be seen for miles."

I am not sure if it ever became a landing eld, but my grandfather was one of two men appointed to a committee to nd out if an air eld concept would be possible in that location, where today sits The Inn at Face Rock.

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I am embarrassed to say that when a friend asked me about the appeal by Oregon Coast Alliance of the Gravel Point project, I had no idea what she was talking about.

It seems that nearly 200 people, who had signed up to testify during the hearing, had received notice from ORCA's attorney Sean Malone of Eugene that they had appealed the city council's decision to LUBA (Land Use Board of Appeals).

The letter did not indicate as to what the appeal was based on, but I am sure the city will be (or has already been) noti ed of the items on which the appeal was based.

The council, on a 4-2 vote, had upheld the planning commission's earlier decision to approve the Gravel Point hotel project being developed by Bandon Beach Ventures LLC., represented by Brett Perkins of Perk Development.

The Bandon Chamber is inviting the public join them for an evening of celebration, community and recognition at the annual dinner, set for Tuesday evening, April 23, at Bandon Fisheries Event Center, with doors to open at 5:30, dinner (catered by Wilson's Market) to be served at 6:30, and the program to begin at 7:15. The cost is $30.

Jeff Simonds of Bandon Dunes Golf Resort will give an update on the forthcoming 25th anniversary celebration, including details on the eagerly awaited opening of Shorty's 3-par course.

If you've ever wanted to serve on either the hospital board or the school board, I understand there are opening on both boards. As we all know, the late Anthony Zunino was a member of the school board, and sadly his seat is now open as is that of fellow board member, Greg Looney, who has reportedly resigned. One of the ve seats on the hospital board was also vacated recently by the resignation of board chair Brent Bischoff, whose day job is CEO of Coos-Curry Electric and Beacon Broadband.

I always look forward to Bandon Showcase concerts, and the one

coming up on Wednesday, April 24, at the Sprague sounds great. You don't want to miss the Undercovers Present Rogers, Richie and Robinson, beginning at 7:30, with tickets at $35 available on Eventbrite or at the door.

The League of Women Voters is sponsoring two candidate forums, one in Coos Bay, Wednesday, April 17, and the other in Bandon, Wednesday, April 24, which happens to be the same night as the Bandon Showcase concert.

On April 17, the forum will be held in the Coos Bay Public Library large conference room, with Position one county commissioner candidates to speak from 7 to 8 p.m. and a pro and con panel discussion about the ballot measure 6-213 (the public safety levy) from 8 to 9, featuring the sheriff, the DA and Commissioner John Sweet, as well as radio commentator Rob Taylor taking part.

On the 24th, at the Barn in Bandon, people can listen to the candidates for State Senate District 1, from 7 to 8; and candidates for House District 1, 8 to 9 pm. Ballots will be mailed starting May 1.

The sheriff's of ce recently sent out information designed to provide clarity and transparency regarding the complexities faced in managing the limited resources of the Coos County Jail.

11 beds for male sex offenders; 11 beds for female adults in custody; and ve holding cells for individuals on suicide watch, medical watch, or those who are intoxicated.

"Our current procedures are guided by a multitude of factors, including Oregon Law, the severity of the crime, and guidelines set forth by Senate Bill 48. The Corrections Division shift supervisor carefully considers these elements, along with bed availability based on where an individual needs to be housed, medical or mental health concerns, and the level of intoxication. For those arrested on citation only, release occurs upon completion of processing," said the spokesman.

"Ask The Experts About Bandon History." Seating opens at 11:30, with the program at noon. Lunch and beverages are available at the Warehouse Coffee Cafe. And if we run out of history questions, you could ask a question or two about the city or the port...and Reg or I will answer if we can.

"Our jail currently operates with a capacity of 48 beds for the lodged Adults in Custody and ve holding cells, which are allocated as follows:

"15 beds for medium custody males; 11 beds for high custody males;

If you have questions about Bandon's history, you may want to attend the Tuesday, April 16, Meet and Greet at Bandon Fisheries Warehouse, when the museum presents Reg Pullen, Jim Proehl and I in a program titled

Coming Events: Red sh Music Concert, Holy Trinity church, Sunday, April 14, 3 p.m., $20 at the door; Good Earth Community Garden classes, April 13, preparing and prepping, readying for new growth, and April 20, planting seeds of growth and longevity, 11 a.m., weather permitting in the garden. Circles in the Sand, rst draw of its 10th season, April 26 and 27, 9 a.m. and April 28, 10 a.m. Visitors are reminded not to park illegally on Beach Loop Road which causes problems for homeowners, emergency vehicles and those trying to safely navigate the narrow road.

Photos contributed by the Mary Schamehorn collection

Theater, 1202 11th St. SW in Bandon City Park. General Admission tickets are $35 and are available at https://www. bandonshowcase.org or at the door the evening of the show. This program is offered with local support from the Inn at Face

ments during intermission are sponsored by Coastal Mist Fine Chocolates & Desserts and by Larry and Sheila Langenberg. A free student outreach program will also be held earlier on the day of the concert. Learn more about Bandon Showcase and

Living & Aging Well Event Set for May 4 in Bandon

BANDON - Join us for the first Living & Aging Well event on Saturday, May 4, from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., at the Bandon Community Center, 1200 11th St. SW, brought to you by Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center and the Southern Coos Health

in-bandon/

Foundation.

To register for this free event, visit: https://southerncoos.org/living-agingwell-event-set-for-may-4-

This multigenerational event has been in the works for a few years and now we are proud to bring it to the Bandon community. The foundation lies in Blue Zone theories that help people age healthy and live life to the fullest. The focus of the day is on some of the main concepts that make this possible. Concepts include bodies in motion, eating right, and having purpose and a sense of belonging. These basic foundational elements amount to what we call Living & Aging Well.

groups to help us find ways to have a sense of belonging, all so our Bandon community can truly be Living & Aging Well. The day will include a light breakfast and lunch based on the Blue Zone diet and a fun collectible gift.

We want our entire community to be Living & Aging Well, so bring your grandmothers and grandfathers, parents, husband, wife, adult children, friends and neighbors. All are welcome to attend and thanks to the generosity of 100 Strong Bandon, we can bring this event to you free of charge.

We will use tools from the Age Café and World Café to work in small groups and will hear presentations from local

Again, this event is free thanks to the generosity of 100 Strong Bandon. Please reserve your space as soon as possible. This is a day not to be missed.

The goal of Living & Aging Well is attainable

Recently I was hired to write a 200-word article based on an 800-word press release about a new coffee shop. I finished and turned it in, then it hit me: It’s just a matter of time before the client who hired me realizes AI programs can write these things for free.

To size up my competition, I pasted the original press release into ChatGPT and asked it to create its own 200-word article, then I compared our work. ChatGPT bases its writing on lots and lots of online documents and databases, guessing what word should come next based on the words all those other articles used next. The result is a very slick, polished voice, along with a ton of cliches and empty sentences. But ChatGPT’s biggest weakness is that it has no idea what interests humans. What’s more, it doesn’t understand what words mean.

Compare our leads (note: I’ve changed some names and details because my work-forhire doesn’t belong to me). ChatGPT’s opening sentence: “Caffe Maximo, the brainchild of industry veterans John Doe and Jack Jones, has unveiled its newest jewel in the crown — a bright and modern coffee haven nestled in Redondo Beach.”

A coffee shop is a “brainchild”? That’s a bit of a stretch. “Brainchild” usually means something that arose from an innovative idea, and I’m pretty sure these guys didn’t invent coffee shops. Also: “jewel in the crown”? That cliché only works when the reader knows what “crown” you’re talking about. Then there’s “a coffee haven,” which is odd, and “nestled,” which is shopworn

and at the same time not quite accurate. Here’s my first sentence: “Redondo Beach is finally getting a taste of the ‘farm-to-you’ coffee beloved by L.A.’s most discriminating chefs and connoisseurs.” My thinking here, as a human being, is that when a truly high-end coffee joint comes to town, readers care more about the coffee than, say, “unveiling a jewel in a crown.” Because here’s what you wouldn’t know from reading ChatGPT’s version: This coffee brand is among the best — a Michelin-starred chef serves it in his restaurants, as do a number of other chichi California eateries. But ChatGPT never mentions this coffee brand’s impressive bona fides.

ChatGPT follows that first sentence with: “This marks the seventh location for the duo, who have been at the forefront of L.A.'s farm-first coffee movement since their inception in 2006.” This is hardly the type of information readers are dying to learn. And notice “their inception.” Technically, this means Doe and Jones’ inception, like when they were born — or possibly conceived. A logical fail for ChatGPT.

Now the AI program’s third sentence: “With a steadfast commitment to quality and community, Caffe Maximo’s expansion into Redondo Beach symbolizes its dedication to fostering local connections.”

In a book I published in 2010, I spent a whole chapter explaining why writers should not do this, which I will summarize here in two syllables: Who cares? Such a vacuous collection of words wastes the reader’s time and, in a tight article,

the second year on April 26 through April 28.

Local artist Dustan Graham will be back representing Oregon’s Bay Area at the tattoo Festival for the second time. His 11 Eleven Tattoo Studio is the official host shop of the festival. Graham was excited to be part of the inaugural festival last year.

“It was a huge success. We all had a lot of fun,” he said. This year the tattoo festival is going to be even bigger and better, the local tattoo artist said. The artists who take part in the High Tide Tattoo and Art Festival are competing for locally made custom trophies, bragging rights, and a prize provided by ShowNation.

“People kind of get competitive, but it's at a friendly level,” the local tattoo artist said.

“It’s always nice to be in a room like that and to push each other and get further in your career and more saturated in your abilities,” Graham said.

wastes precious space too.

My next sentences talk about that Michelin-starred restaurant cred, what Caffe Maximo means by “farm-to-you” and the impressive scores their coffees earn from expert tasters.

ChatGPT continued: “To celebrate each new venture, Caffe Maximo introduces an exclusive coffee blend, and the Redondo Beach Blend is no exception.” My version cut straight to the custom blend, without wasting space explaining that every Caffe Maximo location gets one. And note that the blend itself doesn’t make sense with the hackneyed “is no exception.” It’s the location (which ChatGPT oddly called a “venture”) that’s “no exception,” not the blend itself.

ChatGPT wraps up with an avalanche of cliches: “all within a thoughtfully designed space that seamlessly blends classic and modern elements” and “as the doors of Caffe Maximo swing open, residents and visitors alike are invited to indulge in more than just coffee — it's an invitation to savor the essence of community, one cup at a time.”

The human beings I know would rather drink great coffee than “savor the essence of community.” But I doubt that will matter when my client starts looking at freelancer budgets.

— June Casagrande is the author of “The Joy of Syntax: A Simple Guide to All the Grammar You Know You Should Know.” She can be reached at JuneTCN@ aol.com.

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Attending guests will have the rare opportunity to work with artists directly to plan their next tattoo, or witness others act as canvas for these artists’ inked imaginations. Graham suggests anyone interested in getting a tattoo look at the roster of all of the artists.

“Try to direct yourself to the artist that fits your vision. Reaching out to them via email or Instagram is a good idea,” he said.

Some of the artists, including Graham, are also leaving time in their schedule for walk-ups.

“I want to be able to work with somebody on the fly and create something cool,” he said.

The local tattoo artist said in the past year, he has grown in his tattoo artistry and moved to a bigger shop. He has also continued to create art outside of tattooing.

“I’ve been doing much bigger projects, both tattoo-wise and outside of tattooing. I have art projects like big oil paintings, glass blowing, epoxy and other mediums – and then come back full circle to tattooing,” Graham said.

The local tattoo artist said he also hopes to join in some of the other events on the Tattoo Festival circuit.

The High Tide Tattoo & Art Festival will be held from noon to 10 p.m. on Friday, April 26 and Saturday, April 27; and

from noon to 8 p.m. on Sunday, April 28. This event will be located in the Salmon Room at The Mill Casino. It costs $10 to get into the event each day. All ages are welcome; 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult; 12 and under will receive free admission.

To book a tattoo, most artists use social media as their preferred method of communication and will require guests to book directly through them.

A full list of artists and an event schedule can be found on the Mill Casino’s website: www. themillcasino.com.

By J. Mark Powell InsideSources.com

Brace yourself, America. 2024’s “Biden-Trump II: Grumpier Old Men” is showing all the signs of being an especially ugly election. At ages 81 and 77, respectively, this will be the last election for both, meaning they have nothing left to lose. And let’s face it, the two just don’t like each other.

Many people wonder if 2024 will be the nastiest presidential election in American history. To which the 1828 election says, “Hold my beer.”

While this year’s contest will be anything but the enlightened, issues-oriented national debate the Founding Fathers intended our elections to be, it will have to shift into overdrive to surpass the sheer savagery of John Quincy Adams vs. Andrew Jackson. The story begins 200 years ago. The 1824 election was a political prize fight between two heavyweight contenders. Adams was the son of a president (and a prominent Founding Father to boot), a former congressman, senator, ambassador to Russia and Great Britain, and secretary of state. To put it in modern terms, he was the Establishment candidate.

Then there was Jackson — a military hero (victor of the famous Battle of New Orleans), plus a former congressman and senator. More than that, he was the driving figure in a new push for increased democracy in the election progress. He was the insurgent candidate. House Speaker Henry Clay and Treasury Secretary William Crawford also ran, fracturing the Electoral College vote. Adams and Jackson campaigned with everything they had. Nobody won a majority of the Electoral College votes, sending the contest to the U.S. House of Representatives, which elected Adams on Feb. 9, 1825. That was a shocker to Jackson, who truly believed the House wanted him.

But the real bombshell quickly followed when Adams picked Clay to be his secretary of state. It was considered the most prestigious job in the Cabinet. Jackson squealed in outrage like a scalded hog, arguing the appointment proved the election had been stolen from him. (Sound familiar?)

Jackson called it the “Corrupt Bargain” and vowed revenge.

So when 1828 rolled around, Adams and Jackson went at each other once more, this time with the ferocity of wild animals.

Jackson claimed that while Adams had served in Russia, he secretly pimped for Czar Alexander I and arranged for a young girl to be his prostitute. He also alleged that Adams not only put a pool table in the White House — shocking to the sensibilities of 1828 — but he even had the government pay for it.

The Adams campaign hit back just as hard. It dredged up an embarrassing incident from Jackson’s marriage. Wife Rachel was married to a Kentuckian whom historians believe was cruel at best and abusive at worst. The couple separated in 1789. Jackson fell head over heels in love when they met, and they eloped around 1791 when Rachel’s divorce was finalized.

Except, it hadn’t been finalized. Divorce was a long, drawn-out proceeding back then. The situation was made worse by primitive communication and transportation between two largely frontier areas. In Rachel’s case, some of the final i’s hadn’t been dotted and t’s crossed when the wedding ceremony was performed, though the couple mistakenly believed the divorce was a done deal.

When it was officially granted in 1794, Jackson and Rachel quietly remarried.

While the whole thing was innocent enough, in a technical letter-of-thelaw sense, the Jacksons

had committed adultery, and Rachel was briefly a bigamist.

The Adams campaign pounced. It portrayed her as a woman of loose morals, even claiming that, as America’s first lady, she would be a bad influence on the wives of the nation.

There was a lot more from both camps, but you get the idea. Each side not only jumped head-first into the mud, but they gleefully rolled around it.

When the votes were counted that November, Jackson won in a landslide. He carried 15 of 24 states, snagged 178 out of 261 electoral votes, and received 55.5 percent of the popular vote. Jackson had his revenge. But it came at a steep personal price.

Rachel Jackson, a devoutly pious Presbyterian, was mortified by the things said about her during the campaign. She essentially turned her face to the wall and died of shame — literally. When she passed away from a heart attack six weeks after the election, her husband was convinced the stress and her overwhelming feeling of utter humiliation had done her in.

Andrew Jackson moved into the White House a deeply embittered widower, but he went on to become one of America’s most consequential presidents. He reversed many of the policies supported by Adams, and injected a strain of populism into the nation’s politics that is still at work today.

In the end, and at a great price, history declared Jackson the winner.

ABOUT THE WRITER

J. Mark Powell is a novelist, former TV journalist and diehard history buff. Have a historical mystery that needs solving? A forgotten moment worth remembering? Please send it to HolyCow@insidesources.com.

The three-day event is filled with world-class tattoo artists from all over the country, including multi award-winning artists like Brandon Davenport, Jamy Carlton and former Ink Master contender Mat Valles.

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“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more you learn, the more places you’ll go.”— Dr. Seuss.

Reading is fundamental. It develops the brains of young children, provides a window into the world around them and helps them do better in all school subjects.

Yet, 800 million people around the world cannot read or write. And many families (and some schools) have no books for children to read.

With the idea of encouraging a love of reading, the Rotary Clubs and school districts of North Bend, Coos Bay, Reedsport, Bandon, Coquille, Myrtle Point and Powers, along with South Coast Education Service District (ESD), and Southwestern Oregon

Community College are partnering to help children on the South Coast get excited about books with the Gift of Literacy Program.

Modeled after the Springfield Gift of Literacy, this well-established, time-tested, award-winning program fosters a love of reading among young children. Through a multi-club Rotary District Grant matched by local clubs, every first-grader (over 600) in each of the club’s coastal communities are participating in this enriching six-month literacy program.

The Gift of Literacy Program will culminate in a festive celebration on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at Southwestern Oregon Community College, when first-graders from the South Coast will be transported by bus to the College to attend an

assembly and receive a cinch bag filled with fun swag … and two brandnew books!

The five selected books, chosen by Coos County librarians and educators, are a wonderful and diverse mix. Each firstgrade classroom received a set of the books in November. Teachers or guest readers read the books in the classroom. And on

April 30th, each firstgrade student will come to campus for a literacy program that includes receiving two books for them to take home. The importance and enjoyment of reading will be reinforced with the acquisition of a library card. First-graders will also be introduced to a college campus, where they can get a glimpse of college life. “All Rotarians are committed to promoting literacy, both in the United States and abroad,” said Southwestern President and local Rotarian Dr. Patty M. Scott, who helped organize the event. “We are proud to celebrate and promote literacy for our local firstgrade students!”

The Rotary Clubs,

ESD and the College would like to give special thanks to Yellow Cab, First Community Credit Union, McDonald’s, and Northwest Community Credit Union for their generous support of the Gift of Literacy Program. For more information please visit: http://southcoastorgiftofliteracy.org/.

FIELD TEST Candidates Wanted

URGENT NOTICE : You may be qualified to participate in a special Field Test of new hearing instrument technology being held at a local test site. An industry leader in digital hearing devices is sponsoring a product field test in your area next week and they have asked us to select up to 15 qualified candidates to participate. They are interested in determining the benefits of GENIUS™ 5.0 Technology in eliminating the difficulty hearing aid users experience in difficult environments, such as those with background noise or multiple talkers. Candidates in other test areas have reported very positive feedback so far. We are looking for additional candidates in North Bend and the surrounding areas.

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In an effort to accurately demonstrate the incredible performance of these devices, specially trained representatives will be conducting testing and demonstrations during this special event. In addition to an audiometric hearing evaluation, candidates will receive a fiber-optic otoscope exam, a painless procedure that could reveal common hearing problems such as excessive wax or damage to the eardrum, as well as other common causes of hearing deficiencies.

Qualified Field Test Candidates:

Must Call Before April 19th

• Live in THE NORTH BEND AREA or the surrounding area

• Are at least 55 years of age or older

• Have experienced some level of hearing difficulty, or currently wear hearing aids

• Don’t currently work for a market research company

We have a limited supply of the GENIUS™ 5.0 test product currently on hand and ready for testing. We have also been authorized to offer significant discounts if you decide to take the hearing instruments home. If you choose not to keep them, there’s no risk or obligation of any kind.†

1) You must be one of the first 15 people to call our office

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