Bluegrass concert raising funds for youth theatre
BY BREE LAUGHLIN The World
Jacob Jolliff and his premier bluegrass band are performing at the Liberty Theatre to raise funds fund for the Little Theatre on the Bay’s youth theatre summer program.
Jolliff is one of the world’s premier contemporary mandolinists. He is currently on a nationwide tour celebrating his new album, “Mandolin Mysteries,” which was released in May.
The Jacob Jolliff Band is known as one of the most cutting-edge progressive bluegrass groups on the scene today. They play a combination of complex original instrumental music and traditional tunes, with improvisation at the forefront.
Local teens competing for Miss Oregon
BY BREE LAUGHLIN The World
The Miss Coos County scholarship winners are traveling to Seaside to compete for more scholarships, and a chance to win the title of Miss Oregon and Miss Teen Oregon.
Miss Coos County, Kiri Goodson, 18, is a recent graduate of Marsh eld High School and has plans to attend Princeton University.
Miss Coos County Teen, Kaytlin Johnson, is a 16-yearold who will be heading into her Junior Year at Coquille High School.
The pair of local teenagers headed to the statewide-competition during the last week in June. Before they left, they shared their stories with The World.
Both young women said they joined pageants as a way to challenge themselves, gain new experiences and earn scholarships to further their education.
“I've always been very a dedicated and studious person, but juggling senior year with pageants and preparing for Miss Oregon has been certainly a whirlwind,” Kiri said.
“I really learned how to prioritize and take time for my own mental health, while still checking all the boxes and being sure I can be the best person that I can be,” she said.
Kaytlin is also immersed in a variety of activities. She participated in both volleyball and
South Slough Estuary Reserve Announces Trail Closures for
BY NATE SCHWARTZ
The South Slough Reserve has begun restoration efforts for the Wasson Creek Watershed meaning that certain portions of the reserve will be closed off for safety purposes. The Wasson Creek area will be off limits until further notice as they complete habitat restoration in order to help foster healthy populations of some key local species. This includes economic keystones like coho salmon, emblematic seafowl
BY ANTHONY J. PRINCIPI
As a nation, we have a sacred duty to support the men and women who put their lives on the line to defend our freedoms. That responsibility doesn't end when their service does. Once military members return home, we must ensure they have the health care they need to live their best lives -- including treatments for mental health conditions.
Bipartisan majorities in Congress have made a priority of this issue, notably with their overwhelming support for the Commander John Scott Hannon Veterans Mental Health Care Improvement Act of 2019. Unfortunately, though, a single provision in the 2022 In ation Reduction Act threatens to undermine this progress. The law is inadvertently discouraging the development of next-generation psychiatric medications that could bene t countless veterans. The good news is that an easy, bipartisan x is now in the works.
Mental health challenges remain heartbreakingly common among our nation's heroes. Rates of PTSD are
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The Jacob Jolliff Band is known as one of the most cutting-edge progressive bluegrass groups on the scene today. They are performing a fundraising concert to help The Little Theatre on the Bay grow their youth summer theatre program.
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Kaytlin said she has learned a lot about public speaking through her participation in pageants.
track during the school year, and was involved in the National Honor Society, in addition to her pageant participation.
The Coos County title holders said pageants have made them more well-rounded young women.
“One of the aspects of the competition that I love the most is that there are so many different little factors that go into your overall score,” Kiri said. To win a title, pageant members need to excel in multiple areas. During their competition, the local teenagers are judged on how well they answer interview questions, how they hold themselves, and how well they perform in talent, evening wear and tness competitions.
“I was just getting into being on stage when I was younger and competing in pageants when COVID hit. Then, I didn't really have that opportunity anymore,” she said.
“Now, being in this program taught me how to speak on stage, to speak to judges in a formal way, and also how to be friends with people backstage,” Kaytlin said.
The two local pageant competitors said they were looking forward to competing in Miss Oregon and Miss Teen Oregon.
They said the atmosphere at the events are competitive, yet friendly.
“At the end of the day it is a competition and there are those competitive nerves, but we're all
there to support each other,” Kiri said.
“We're mostly just all focused on ourselves. But, backstage we are sisters because this is a program we are all a part of,” she said.
The Coos County title-holders said after a lot of preparation and anticipation, they were ready to compete in the state-wide competition.
“What I really love about our program is that it puts a special emphasis on talent – and going on stage and presenting yourself. That's what I love the most,” Kiri said.
“It's de nitely preparing us for the real world and getting us to grow as young women,” Kaytlin added.
“They really want to get to know us and how we can contribute to our community,” she said.
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North Bend celebrates 121st Birthday with the return of July Jubilee
The City of North Bend is thrilled to announce the return of the July Jubilee, marking our 121st birthday with a vibrant celebration. After a hiatus since 2019 due to the pandemic, this historic event is making a much-anticipated comeback.
The City of North Bend’s Special Events Committee has taken the lead in bringing this cherished event back to life. With a fresh vision, the committee is collaborating with local organizations, individuals, and businesses to ensure an exciting weekend filled with a variety of activities. Staff from the North Bend Visitor Information Center will also be instrumental in executing this grand event.
The July Jubilee is not just a celebra-
tion of North Bend's rich history and its wonderful residents, it also aims to attract visitors from near and far. By offering a wide range of activities over three days, we hope to engage our local community and encourage residents to invite friends and family to join in the festivities.
July Jubilee 2024
The 2024 July Jubilee will be held on July 12, 13, and 14, with activities spanning throughout North Bend. The July Jubilee is set to be the highlight of the summer, providing an excellent opportunity for everyone to come together and celebrate the unique spirit of North Bend. From exciting activities and
events to community gatherings, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.
The Coos Bay-North Bend-Charleston Visitor & Convention Bureau awarded the City of North Bend a $3,000 grant in support of July Jubilees return since the pandemic. The grant opportunity was purposed for major festivals, events or programs that accentuate, depict, or complement Oregon’s Adventure Coast that were unable to be held in 2020 or 2021 due to state mandated restrictions due to the pandemic. Visit www.oregonsadventurecoast.com for visitor guidance and community happenings throughout our area.
Additionally, the July Jubilee celebration is brought to you by the collaborative effort from generous anonymous
donors, businesses, individuals, and organizations in the community who have contributed their own time and funding towards the event.
July Jubilee will kick off with an exciting ribbon cutting, delicious birthday cake, and presentation of the Honored Citizen Awards at Grant Circle on July 12th at 4:30 p.m. Guests can look forward to three-day schedule guides and enthusiastic assistance from the July Jubilee Ambassadors Court. For additional information and schedule visit www.northbendoregon. us/julyjubilee. Please contact the North Bend Visitor Information Center for assistance and to see how you can patriciate.
Lysbeth Ann “Jevanna“ Toribio, née Yaeger, passed away June 8th, 2024, at the age of 89 in Portland, Oregon. Born April 10th, 1935, as Elizabeth Ann, to Edward and Christine Yaeger in Minnesota. She was preceded in death by her son Jason and ex-husband Andy and leaves a legacy through her sons Edward and Alan (wife Sara), her grandchildren Christine Pitts (husband Marshall), Jessica Diaz (husband Rayko), Andrew Powers-Toribio, Aisha Lodjic (husband Shane), Leah Toribio, six great grandchildren and the mothers of her grandchildren, Carolyn Fleming Thompson, Jennifer Sawyer, Sandra Powers and Charmian Lodjic. She is also survived by her sisters, Jean Ljungkull and Lila Jones.
From a young age, Jevanna was drawn to the arts, especially music and theatre, culminating in a lifelong love of opera. She took part in school productions and loved attending the theatre.
Jevanna attended the University of Oregon, where she received her B.A. in English in 1957. While at U of O she met Andres Pada (Andy) Toribio, a fellow U of O student from Hawaii, and the two were married in April of ’57. They moved to North Bend, OR in 1959, where they both pursued teaching careers and raised their three sons. She taught third grade at Hillcrest Elementary.
Upon retiring from teaching elementary school, she took up teaching yoga, pursuing her love of the arts and travel. She built a wonderful yoga studio in her magical backyard, affectionately known as the tree house. She took many trips, either solo, with friends or with her yoga group for study. She loved to visit friends and family across the country. Scotland and Mexico were two of her favorite International destinations. Jevanna loved to sing, she sang with her church choir, as well as just singing in the
January 16, 1936- June 12, 2024
Jeanette D. Brooks, a native from Everett, Washington, passed away on June 12, 2024 at the age of 88. She was successfully married for 66(almost 67) years to David H. Brooks who died in September of 2023. She was survived by her three children; Michael V. Brooks (and Jeff Honea), Timothy L. Brooks and Tammy M. Brooks (and Jose Morales Sanchez and their 2 children; Junior and Carlos). She is joining her eldest grandson, David Alexander Morales Brooks along with her husband, Dave Brooks, who both recently passed.
She had a full range of experiences throughout her life - working side by side with her husband in every endeavor they tackled. Her strengths and easy going personality made getting along with her amazingly easy. She was bright,
car, around the house, or in her gardens, just for the sheer pleasure of it. She loved dressing up and throwing costume parties. And she loved spiders!
Mostly, she enjoyed spending time with her family, as well as with the many friends she made throughout her life. She made friends everywhere she went and was well loved by all.
In her memory, Jevanna would like you to move your body or do some yoga, listen to music, support art and artists, have the chocolate, enjoy the wonders of nature and life and just breathe.
Emmett Devereux
August 31, 1935 – June 1, 2024
Emmett was born August 31, 1935, in Bandon, OR. He passed away June 1, 2024 from complications related to progressive Parkinson’s disease.
Much of Emmett’s childhood was spent at the Devereux Dairy on Bear Creek in Bandon.
His early education consisted of elementary through high school in Bandon, and spent time at Columbia prep in Portland, Oregon.
Emmett graduated in 1953 from Bandon high school. His sophomore football team won the Class B state championship. He also excelled in football and baseball.
He worked during and after high school on the farm, in a sawmill and was a high climber doing bridge work.
He volunteered for the army in 1953 and received his orders on October 13th of that year. He was initially stationed at Fort Ord California but served most of his time at Fort Hood Texas.
He was honorably discharged from the service in 1956 and enrolled in Southern Oregon State College for two years, where he played football.
1958, and they married December 26 of that year in Bandon, OR. Jack Pynes was best man and Mrs. Phillip Stit was maid of honor.
His intention was to get an education as a back-up to working and running the ranch at Bear Creek. Instead, he received a teaching certificate.
He started his career at Guy Lee elementary school in Springfield, Oregon.
During this time, he and his wife Barbara started their family of what grew into a family of four children.
He later continued his education to earn a master’s degree in education administration from the University of Oregon.
Emmett worked as an elementary teacher and principal in Springfield, Junction City and Florence.
He retired from Siuslaw elementary (Florence) in 1994.
organized, thoughtful, kind, patient, supportive, helpful and always there when you needed her. She made good friends wherever she went. Her ability to get to know people and 'know' things about their family and remember occasions with thoughtfulness was something that endeared her to those around her.
She supported the creation of a non-profit organization that was driven by her husband Dave Brooks and created by her daughter, Tammy Brooks. The Brooks Education Foundation - https:// brookseducationfdn. org/ The organization provides both 1) scholarships to youth (affected by foster care, homelessness, and/or family instability) offering them educational opportunities to help them grow up to make a difference in their communities, and 2)
support to local teachers (Reedville Elementary in Hillsboro, OR) around winter break to ensure families have what they need to get through the winter break and in-turn the teachers can use the break to truly rejuvenate and return to school ready to teach.
Mom, you were amazing. You made a difference in the lives of those around you; especially your children, Mike, Tim and Tammy. We love and miss you. You have earned your rest <3 R.I.P.
He met his bride and the love of his life, Barbara, in July of
Alene Holland
Emmett enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, grandchildren and working on his properties. He was involved with the Catholic Church, Boy Scouts, Kiwanis, STEP (Salmon and Trout Enhancement Program) and the ELKs Lodge.
He is survived by son Michael
August 31, 1939 – June 16, 2024
Cremation Rites have been held for Alene Frances “Fran” Holland, 84, of Coos Bay, with inurnment at Roseburg National Cemetery in Roseburg, Oregon.
Fran was born August 31, 1939 in Long Beach, California and was raised and educated in Empire, Oregon by her beloved grandparents Buck and Edna Longacre. She graduated from Marshfield High School and was married to Carl “Roy” Holland on February 14, 1959 in Empire. Roy joined the Air Force and served for
Death Notices
Betty "Ellen" E. McKay, 64, of Coos Bay, passed away on June 19, 2024 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.
Charmae D. Hampton, 80, of Coos Bay died June 22, 2024 in Coos Bay. A memorial service will be announced under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. www.coosbayareafunerals.com
April Dawn Jeffs, 44, of Coos Bay, passed away on June 22, 2024 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.
John A. Howard, 58, of Coos Bay died June 14, 2024 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are pending under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541267-3131. www.coosbayareafunerals.com
Margarette A. Narron, 61, of Coos Bay died June 19, 2024 in Coos Bay. A memorial service will be announced and held later this summer. Cremation rites have been held at Ocean View Memory Gardens Crematory, Coos Bay under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. www. coosbayareafunerals.com
Paulus Gilimete, 59, of North Bend, passed away on June 25, 2024 in North Bend. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.
Treva Mae Adamec, 78, of Coos Bay, passed away June 25, 2024 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131 www. coosbayareafunerals.com
over twenty years before retiring. He and Fran were stationed on bases throughout the western United States. After Roy retired, they returned to Coos Bay and Fran worked at North Bend Medical Center for 20 years until she retired.
Fran was active in the Republican Women’s Club and served in all offices including two years as president.
She is survived by her husband C. Roy Holland, son, Rick Roy Holland, son, Darrol & Steffanie Holland, grandsons, Cody & wife Ryan
(Sue) grandchildren Thomas and Matthew, daughter Jill (Gaylon) grandchildren Chloe and Madison, daughter Karen (Rick) and son Brian (Jill), and grandchildren Peyton and Lily. He is also survived by his sister, Kathryn Anthony, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and their families. He was preceded in death by his spouse Barbara, the love of his life in 2000. A memorial and mass will be held July 22 at East Woahink picnic shelter at 0930. An internment will follow for those who wish to attend. This will be at Sunset Memorial Park in Coos Bay, Oregon at 2:00 pm on July 22. Family is asking to celebrate his life by making donations to the Northwest Parkinson’s Foundation 3010 77th Ave SE #101, Mercer Island, WA 98040
Holland, Auston Holland, and Preston Holland; granddaughters, Jamie and husband Brendon Carevari, and Arial Holland, and brother, Darrol Longacre. She was preceded in death by her father, Boyd Holland, and mother, Doris Colburn, and her grandparents Buck & Edna. Arrangements are under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, 405 Elrod Ave., Coos Bay, Oregon 541/267-4216
Mikel Elrich Erdman
A celebration of life for Mikel Erich Erdman, 52, of Phoenix, AZ, will be held Saturday, July 6th at 11:30 am at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 1290 Thompson Road, Coos Bay. Join us afterwards at 2 pm, U.S. Army Honor Guard Ceremony, Bandon VFW, 55352 Bates Road, Bandon. Please bring a memory or fun story to share (appetizers and refreshments will be served).
Service Notice
Bruce F. Anderson
A graveside service for Bruce F. Anderson, 73, of Coos Bay who died June 24, 2024 in Coos Bay will be held Friday, July 5, 2024 at Ocean View Memory Gardens 1525 Ocean Blvd. Coos Bay under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. www.coosbayareafunerals.com
Jeanette D. Brooks
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BUNKER HILL SANITARY DISTRICT - regular monthly meeting - Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at the office of Dyer Partnership Engineers & Planners, 1330 Teakwood, Coos Bay, Oregon. For sale! FreeStep elliptical recumbent cross trainer. Like new! $125. Call Linda 541-329-2341, leave message if no answer.
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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. 541888-3423.
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RURAL PROPERTY Farms. Ranches. Timberland. Mini-farms and Ranchettes. Vacant or improved. Coos, Curry and Douglas Counties. Whether buying or selling, call us today for a free consultation. 60+ years combined experience. JOE WARD PROPERTIES Joe, 541-912-0934
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CW24-2145
Advertisement for Quotes The Port of Bandon is requesting PHASE 1 SUBQUOTES for the HIGH DOCK PORT OFFICE BUILDING, at or before July 23, 2024 at 5:00 pm. Construction Documents for this work may be examined at the Office of HGE Architects, Inc., 333 S. 4th St., Coos Bay, OR; the Port of Bandon Office, 390 1st Street SW, Bandon, OR; or on the HGE website at https://hge1.com/biddingarea/. Quotes may be submitted to the Architect via electronically: general@ hge1.com, or mail/hand delivery: HGE Architects, Inc., 333 South 4th Street, Coos Bay, OR, 97420. Quotes shall be identified as: QUOTE for Port of Bandon High Dock Building. The Project consists of the construction of an approximately 1,870-square-foot, 22 foot high, single-story office building located on the Port of Bandon’s existing precast concrete High Dock structure. The building is wood-framed with exterior concrete stem walls and contains single-user public toilet rooms with showers, offices, a conference & break room, staff toilet room, and other support spaces. Associated site improvements include utility connections, concrete entry, steps, ramp, and parking. Phase 1 Building trades requested for sub-quote at this time: concrete, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and roofing. No quotes will be considered unless fully completed upon the official quote form provided by the Architect, within the Project Manual. No quote will be received or considered by the Owner unless the subcontract quote contains a statement that they will comply with the provisions of ORS 279C.870 relating to Prevailing Wages. A non-mandatory pre-quote meeting will be held on Thursday, July 11, 2024, 11:00 A.M, at the project site at 390 1st Street SW, Bandon, OR 97411 to address project questions. By: Jeff Griffin, Port Manager
Port of Bandon
Published: Bandon Western World July 5, 2024 The World News July 5, 2024.
CW24-2144 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID Notice is hereby given that sealed bids for North Bend School District, Maintenance Yard Enclosure project, will be received by the School District until the bid closing time of 2:00 P.M. Pacific Time, July 25th, 2024. Bids shall be mailed or hand delivered to the North Bend School District Office, Attn: Mark Koechel, 1913 Meade Street, North Bend, Oregon 97459. Bids can also be email to: ccook@ nbend.k12.or.us subject: BID for North Bend School District, Maintenance Yard Wall. The bid opening shall be conducted in the North Bend School District Office immediately following the bid closing time, at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Work includes replacing the existing woven wire fence around the North Bend School District Maintenance Yard with a 10’ high solid security wall. The yard is approximately 112’x80’. The enclosure will be constructed with reinforced concrete block (CMU) as Base Bid or embedded steel columns with metal panels as an Alternate Bid. The project includes a motorized vehicle gate, controlled by post mounted access control. Construction Documents for this work bay be examined at the Office of the Architect, HGE Architects, Inc. 333 South 4th Street, Coos Bay, Oregon, phone: 541269-1166, email: general@ hge1.com, and at the following locations: North Bend District Office, various Plan Centers, and on the HGE website at http://www. hge1.com/bidding-area/. General Contractors are encouraged to contact HGE by phone or email and register their interest in submitting a bid and to be included on the plan holders’ list. One set of large format drawings and the project manual may be obtained by prime bidders from HGE Architects, upon refundable deposit of $50. A mandatory prebid meeting will be held at the site on Tuesday, July 16th at 11:00 A.M. Contractors shall meet at the project site at 1391 Crowell Lane, North Bend, Oregon. Contractors and subcontractors are encouraged to attend. General contractors are required to attend to qualify to submit a bid. No bid will be received or considered by the Owner unless the bid contains a statement that Bidder will comply with the provisions of ORS 279C.870 relating to Prevailing Wages. No bids will be considered unless fully completed in the manner provided in the Instructions to Bidders upon the official bid form provided by the Architect, within the Project Manual, and accompanied by an unconditional certified check or a bid bond executed in favor of North Bend School District in the amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the total amount of the bid per ORS 279C.385, to be forfeited as fixed and liquidated damages should the bidder fail or neglect to enter into a contract and provide suitable bond for the faithful performance of the work in the event the contract is awarded. Each bid will contain a statement as to whether or not the bidder is a resident bidder as defined in ORS 279A.120. No Bid will be considered unless the bidder is registered with the Construction Contractors Board as required by ORS 701.035 to 701.055. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and to waive any technicalities or informalities in connection therewith. No bidder may withdraw their bid after the hour set for the opening thereof until the lapse of thirty (30) days from the bid opening. Mark Koechel, Facilities Director 07/05.
TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE T.S. No.: OR-24985036-BB Reference is made to that certain deed made by, STANLEY R SWEET as Grantor to FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, as trustee, in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC., A CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, as Beneficiary, dated 7/27/2006, recorded 8/2/2006, in official records of COOS County, Oregon and/or as fee/file/ instrument/microfilm/ reception number 200610540 and subsequently assigned or transferred by operation of law to U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST covering the following described real property situated in said County, and State. APN: 6097400
25S13W10DA2600 LOT 28 AND THE SOUTH 30 FEET OF LOT 27, BLOCK 3, SIMPSON HEIGHTS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF NORTH BEND, COOS COUNTY, OREGON. Commonly known as: 1367 BAYVIEW ST, NORTH BEND, OR 97459-3661
The undersigned hereby certifies that based upon business records there are no known written assignments of the trust deed by the trustee or by the beneficiary, except as recorded in the records of the county or counties in which the above described real property is situated. Further, no action has been instituted to recover the debt, or any part thereof, now remaining secured by the trust deed, or, if such action has been instituted, such action has been dismissed except as permitted by ORS 86.752(7). Both the beneficiary and the trustee have elected to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations 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: $15,689.59 TOTAL REQUIRED TO PAYOFF: $148,061.88 Because of interest, late charges, and other charges that may vary from day-to-day, 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 10/1/2023, 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, advances made on senior liens, taxes and/ or insurance, trustee’s fees, and any attorney fees and court costs arising from or associated with the beneficiaries efforts to protect and preserve its security, all of which must be paid as a condition of reinstatement, including all sums that shall accrue through reinstatement or
pay-off. Nothing in this notice shall be construed as a waiver of any fees owing to the Beneficiary under the Deed of Trust pursuant to the terms of the loan documents. Whereof, notice hereby is given that QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION, the undersigned trustee will on 10/10/2024 at the hour of 10:00 AM, Standard of Time, as established by section 187.110, Oregon Revised Statues, Inside the main lobby of the Coos County Courthouse, located at 250 N Baxter St, Coquille, OR 97423 County of COOS, State of Oregon, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the said described real property which the grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by him of the said trust deed, together with any interest which the grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said trust deed, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the trustee. Notice is further given that any person named in Section 86.778 of Oregon Revised Statutes has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the trust deed reinstated by payment to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of said principal as would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, trustee’s and attorney’s fees and curing any other default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the obligation or trust deed, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale. Other than as shown of record, 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 STANLEY SWEET 1367 BAYVIEW ST NORTH BEND, OR 97459-3661
Original Borrower ROYCE LONG 1367 BAYVIEW ST NORTH BEND, OR 97459 Current Owner For Sale Information Call: 916-9390772 or Login to: www. nationwideposting.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 to Oregon Law, this sale will not be deemed final until the Trustee’s deed has been issued by QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION. If any irregularities are discovered within 10 days of the date of this sale, the trustee will rescind the sale, return the buyer’s money 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 holders right’s 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 trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the trustee’s sale. NOTICE TO TENANTS: TENANTS OF THE SUBJECT REAL PROPERTY HAVE CERTAIN PROTECTIONS AFFORDED TO THEM UNDER ORS 86.782 AND POSSIBLY UNDER FEDERAL LAW. ATTACHED TO THIS NOTICE OF SALE, AND INCORPORATED HEREIN, IS A NOTICE TO TENANTS THAT SETS FORTH SOME OF THE PROTECTIONS THAT ARE AVAILABLE TO A TENANT OF THE SUBJECT REAL PROPERTY AND WHICH SETS FORTH CERTAIN REQUIREMENTS THAT MUST BE COMPLIED WITH BY ANY TENANT IN ORDER TO OBTAIN THE AFFORDED PROTECTION, AS REQUIRED UNDER ORS 86.771. TS No: OR-24985036-BB Dated: 5/28/2024 Quality Loan Service Corporation, as Trustee Signature By: Jeff Stenman, President Trustee’s Mailing Address: QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION 108 1 st Ave South, Suite 450, Seattle, WA 98104 Toll Free: (866) 925-0241 Trustee’s Physical Address: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2763 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA 92108 Toll Free: (866) 925-0241 IDSPub #0202694 6/28/2024 7/5/2024 7/12/2024 7/19/2024
CW24-2143 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Sealed Bids for the City of Coos Bay - EASTSIDE BOAT LAUNCH 2024 will be received via electronic means by Greg Hamblet, Operations Administrator, until 2:00 PM local time on 7/18/24 at which time the Bids received will be publicly opened at City Hall. The City will receive and accept bids only through www.questcdn.com via their electronic VirtuBid online service. No bids will be accepted after this time. The Project is for construction of: Removal of 2 piles, installation of 3 piles, and the installation of 8 floats. The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: CITY OF COOS BAY; Greg Hamblet, CFM. Bidding Documents may be viewed at www.QuestCDN.com. To be qualified to submit a Bid the Contractor must obtain the bidding documents and submit their bid electronically at www. questCDN.com, QuestCDN Project No. 9176006. All pre-Bid questions and responses will be posted on QuestCDN. A pre-bid conference will not be held. Bidder must qualify with owner per ORS 279C.430 as specified in Instructions To Bidders. This contract is for public work and is subject to ORS 279C.800 to 279C.870 regarding prevailing wage rates. Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and to waive any technicalities or informalities in connection with the bids. No Bidder may withdraw their bid until thirty (30) days after the bid opening. By order of: City of Coos Bay - Greg Hamblet, CFM, Operations Administrator Published: The
CW24-2134 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION Case No.: 24CV22362 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS BANK OF NEW YORK
MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR MORTGAGE ASSETS
MANAGEMENT SERIES I TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF VIRGIL
V. MCREYNOLDS AKA
VIRGIL MCREYNOLDS; THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF ROCHELLE A. MCREYNOLDS AKA ROCHELLE
MCREYNOLDS; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA;
OCCUPANTS OF THE PROPERTY, Defendants.
To: THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF VIRGIL
V. MCREYNOLDS AKA VIRGIL MCREYNOLDS; THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF ROCHELLE A. MCREYNOLDS AKA
ROCHELLE MCREYN-
OLDS; OCCUPANTS OF THE PROPERTY. You are hereby required to appear and defend the Complaint filed against you in the above entitled cause within thirty (30) days from the date of service of this summons upon you, and in case of your failure to do so, for want thereof, Plaintiff will apply to the court for the relief demanded in the Complaint. NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: READ THESE PAPERS CAREFULLY! You must “appear” in this case or the other side will win automatically. To “appear” you must file with the court a legal paper called a “motion” or “answer.” The “motion” or “answer” (or “reply”) must be given to the court clerk or administrator within 30 days of the date of first publication specified herein along with the required filing fee. It must be in proper form and have proof of service on the plaintiff’s attorney or, if the plaintiff does not have an attorney, proof of service on the plaintiff. If you have questions, you should see an attorney immediately. If you need help in finding an attorney, you may call the Oregon State Bar’s Lawyer Referral Service at (503) 684-3763 or toll-free in Oregon at (800) 452-7636. If you are a veteran of the armed forces, assistance may be available from a county veterans’ service officer or community action agency. Contact information for a local county veterans’ service officer and community action agency may be obtained by calling the 2-1-1 information service. Additionally, contact information for a service officer appointed under ORS 408.410 for
the county in which you live and contact information for a community action agency that serves your area can be found by visiting the following link: https://www. oregon.gov/odva/services/ pages/county-services.aspx and selecting your county. You can also access a list of Veterans Services for all Oregon counties by visiting the following link: https:// www.oregon.gov/odva/Services/Pages/All-ServicesStatewide.aspx. The relief sought in the Complaint is the foreclosure of the property located at 1605 KRISTI LOOP, LAKESIDE, OR 97449. Date of First Publication: 6/28/2024 McCarthy & Holthus, LLP s/ Michael Scott Michael Scott OSB No. 973947 920 SW 3rd Ave, 1st Floor Portland, OR 97204 Phone: (971) 201-3200 Fax: (971) 201-3202 mscott@ mccarthyholthus.com Of Attorneys for Plaintiff IDSPub #0202950 6/28/2024 7/5/2024 7/12/2024 7/19/2024
WLD24-2000 Request for Qualifications The City of Coquille is pleased to announce its plans to redevelop a City-owned former school site in a growing residential neighborhood in northwest Coquille. The “Old Jefferson School” site, as it is affectionately known to the locals, presents a unique opportunity to provide muchneeded housing for a growing region. The City obtained the 2.48-acre site in 2017 and completed demolition and environmental remediation in 2023. Proposals for the City of Coquille Redevelopment of the Jefferson School Site will be accepted in hard copy or electronically by Forrest H. Neuerburg, Project Manager, until July 24, 2024, at NOON PST at which time receipt of proposals will be closed. No proposals will be accepted after this time. Proposals may be submitted electronically to fneuerburg@cityofcoquille. org. It is anticipated that a developer will be selected in August of 2024. Copies of the package can be obtained on or after July 1st, 2024, by contacting Forrest Neuerburg, fneuerburg@ cityofcoquille.org 541-3962115, ext. 201. The RFP is #2024-010. All pre-proposal questions and responses will be posted on the City’s website at www.cityofcoquille. org. The owner reserves the right to reject and any all proposals, and to waive any technicalities or informalities in connection with bids. No Bidder may withdraw their bid until 10 days before bid opening. By order of: City of Coquille Forrest H. Neuerburg, Project Manager.
TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE T.S. No.: OR-24986659-RM Reference is made to that certain deed made by, WILLIAM D HATHAWAY as Grantor to LSI TITLE COMPANY OF OREGON, as trustee, in favor of JPMORGAN
CHASE BANK, N.A., as Beneficiary, dated 7/21/2010, recorded 7/30/2010, in official records of COOS County, Oregon in book/reel/volume No. and/or as fee/file/instrument/ microfilm/reception number 2010-6934 and subsequently assigned or transferred by operation of law to NewRez LLC d/b/a Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing covering the following described real property situated in said County, and State. APN: 29 S 12 W 09 CD 1900
Beginning at the Southeast corner of Sengstacken’s Addition to Myrtle Point, Coos County, Oregon; thence North along the East line of said addition and said East line extended 498.9 feet to a 3/4 inch Galvanized iron pipe 30 inches long driven down flush into the ground: thence South 87 degrees 19’ East 100.5 feet, more or less, to the Northwest corner of plat of Apple Hills Addition to the City Myrtle Point; thence South along the West line of said addition and the West line extended 489.9 feet to a point East of the point of beginning; thence West 100 5 feet to the point of beginning. Excepting therefrom that portion embraced in the County road said property being located in Section 9 and 16 of Township 29 South Range 12 West of the Williamette Meridian, Coos County Oregon. Commonly known as: 1531 SPRUCE ST, MYRTLE POINT, OR 97458 The undersigned hereby certifies that based upon business records there are no known written assignments of the trust deed by the trustee or by the beneficiary, except as recorded in the records of the county or counties in which the above described real property is situated. Further, no action has been instituted to recover the debt, or any part thereof, now remaining secured by the trust deed, or, if such action has been instituted, such action has been dismissed except as permitted by ORS 86.752(7). Both the beneficiary and the trustee have elected to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations 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: $16,166.21
TOTAL REQUIRED TO PAYOFF: $117,874.50
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 5/1/2023, 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, advances made on senior liens, taxes and/or insurance, trustee’s fees, and any attorney fees and court costs arising from or associated with the beneficiaries efforts to protect and preserve its security, all of which must be paid as a condition of reinstatement, including all sums that shall accrue through reinstatement or pay-off. Nothing in this notice shall be construed as a waiver of any fees owing to the Beneficiary under the Deed of Trust pursuant to the terms of the loan documents. Whereof, notice hereby is given that QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION, the undersigned trustee will on 9/18/2024 at the hour of 1:00 PM, Standard of Time, as established by section 187.110, Oregon Revised Statues, At the Main Entrance to the Coos County Courthouse, located at 250 North Baxter Street, Coquille, OR 9742 County of COOS, State of Oregon, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the said described real property which the grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by him
of the said trust deed, together with any interest which the grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said trust deed, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the trustee. Notice is further given that any person named in Section 86.778 of Oregon Revised Statutes has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the trust deed reinstated by payment to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of said principal as would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, trustee’s and attorney’s fees and curing any other default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the obligation or trust deed, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale. Other than as shown of record, 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 William Hathaway 1531 SPRUCE ST MYRTLE POINT, OR 97458 Original Borrower For Sale Information Call: 800-2802832 or Login to: www. auction.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 to Oregon Law, this sale will not be deemed final until the Trustee’s deed has been issued by QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION. If any irregularities are discovered within 10 days of the date of this sale, the trustee will rescind the sale, return the buyer’s money 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 holders right’s 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 trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the trustee’s sale. NOTICE TO TENANTS: TENANTS OF THE SUBJECT REAL PROPERTY HAVE CERTAIN PROTECTIONS AFFORDED TO THEM UNDER ORS 86.782 AND POSSIBLY UNDER FEDERAL LAW. ATTACHED TO THIS NOTICE OF SALE, AND INCORPORATED HEREIN, IS A NOTICE TO TENANTS THAT SETS FORTH SOME OF THE PROTECTIONS THAT ARE AVAILABLE TO A TENANT OF THE SUBJECT REAL PROPERTY AND WHICH SETS FORTH CERTAIN REQUIREMENTS THAT MUST BE COMPLIED WITH BY ANY TENANT IN ORDER TO OBTAIN THE AFFORDED PROTECTION, AS REQUIRED UNDER ORS 86.771. TS No: OR-24-986659-RM Dated: 5/10/2024 Quality Loan Service Corporation, as Trustee Signature By: Jeff Stenman, President Trustee’s Mailing Address: QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION 108 1 st Ave South, Suite 450, Seattle, WA 98104 Toll Free: (866) 925-0241 Trustee’s Physical Address: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2763 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA 92108 Toll Free: (866) 925-0241 IDSPub #0202401 6/14/2024 6/21/2024 6/28/2024 7/5/2024
Spearfishing and bait use for smallmouth bass allowed on Coquille River system
Spearfishing for bass is allowed on the Coquille River through Oct. 31. Spears, spear guns and angling with bait to take smallmouth bass is allowed, and there are no harvest size or limits.
The rule applies to the mainstem Coquille River and the East, Middle, North, and South forks. In the South Fork Coquille, spearfishing and bait use are allowed from the mouth to the U.S. Forest Service boundary near Powers.
With a declining population of wild fall Chinook salmon, these rules are meant to give anglers another opportunity to remove smallmouth bass from the Coquille River system. Smallmouth bass preying on migrating wild juvenile fall Chinook salmon are the main reason for that population’s decline.
“In the recent past, our Coquille wild fall Chinook did suffer from poor ocean conditions, but smallmouth bass
continue to really impact these fish,” said Gary Vonderohe, ODFW fish biologist. “The bass are the primary reason the Chinook population hasn’t improved over the last six years. “
Vonderohe said despite the electroshocking bass removal ODFW has done with the Coquille Indian Tribe and other partners over the last four years, bass continue to thrive.
The river system is perfect for smallmouth bass with its warmer waters and low flows,
and juvenile fall Chinook salmon are vulnerable to them. Bass also eat Pacific lamprey which are culturally important to Pacific Northwest tribes. Native juvenile coho salmon and steelhead, sculpin, dace, and native crayfish are also preyed upon by the bass.
Since discovery of illegally introduced smallmouth bass in the Coquille River, these invasive fish expanded their range.
The bass are present up to the Forest Service boundary above
Powers in the South Fork, up to Laverne Park in the North Fork, and up to Sandy Creek in the Middle Fork.
Anglers can use access maps to the South Fork Coquille and lower Coquille and a map of smallmouth bass distribution to target these fish. ODFW has a helpful series of videos on spearfishing the Coquille River, including how to build your own fishing spear and how to filet a smallmouth bass.
More areas reopen for shellfish harvest as bay clams open on north coast, razor clams on south coast
Oregon Department of Agriculture and the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife announce new shellfish openings after tests showed clams in these areas are safe to eat.
Bay clamming has been reopened on the north coast and is now open from the Washington border to Cascade Head. Levels of the marine biotoxin paralytic shellfish poison (PSP) have tested below the closure limit on two
consecutive rounds of testing.
Also, razor clam harvesting has reopened on the south coast and is now open from Cape Blanco to the California border. Levels of the marine biotoxin domoic acid have continued to test below the closure limit. Razor clamming also remains open from the Washington border to Yachats River.
Razor clam harvesting is closed from the Yachats River to Cape Blanco. Bay
clam harvesting is closed from Cascade Head to the California border. Mussel harvesting remains closed along the entire Oregon coast.
Crab harvesting is open along the entire Oregon coast including bays and estuaries.
Oregon Department of Agriculture will continue to test for shellfish toxins weekly, as tides and weather permit. Reopening an area closed for biotoxins requires two consecutive tests with results below the closure limit. Remember to always call Oregon Department of Agriculture's (ODA) shellfish biotoxin safety hotline at (800) 448-2474, the Food Safety Shellfish Desk at (503) 986-4726, or check the ODA recreational shellfish biotoxin closures webpage before clamming or crabbing.
Community Calendar of Events
Every Wednesday during June, July, August @ 11 am 229 S
Coos Bay Baby Play Every Thursday (July 4 cancelled) June 15 – August
3 @ 10:30 am Toddler Music and Movement Every Friday June 15 –August 3 @ 10:30 am CREATE Center Summer Dance Program
Every Saturday starting June 22 @ various times below: 10 to 10:45 Mini Dance for ages 2 to 5
11 to 11:45 Hip Hop for ages 6 to 12
12 to 12:45 Ballet for ages 6 to 12
1 to 2:00 Teen Dance
74 East 1st Street, Coquille Summer Dance Program at the CREATE Center has changed. Jessica Hall and her the Performing Arts Academy of Coos County is leaving her Coquille site. But Chelsea King is coming back!! She will be a contracted instructor under the nonpro t CREATE Center whose mission is to make dance available and affordable to Coquille and surrounding areas. With summer, there are vacations so payment is per class. Sign up with Chelsea King at (208) 570-1062 or e-mail chelsearking1209@yahoo. com. If unable to get ahold of her contact Nancy Keller at drnancykeller@yahoo. com.
“My, What a Circus” or “Keep Your Big Hands Off My Bigfoot” June 22, 29; July 6, 13, 20, 27; August 2, 3, 10, 17, 24, 30, 31 All at 7 pm June 30; July 13, 21; August 11 All at 2 pm
What happens when Darius Dingling, the evil and conniving owner of Dingling
Prints
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 once he captures the elusive Bigfoot, or will his desire for innocent young maidens leave the town whirling when he kidnaps sweet Abigail Goodsoul as well? Can Cyrus Morningside, the postmistress' quiet son, rescue both Abigail and Bigfoot from the clutches of the nefarious Darius? All these questions, and more, are answered on stage at the Sawdust Theatre this summer!
Mixed Media Artist Group with Natalie Hargreaves Fridays, July 5; July 19; August 2; August 23; September 6; September 20 @ 11 am – 4 pm Coos Art Museum
Maritime Dinner and Opening Reception Saturday, July 6 @ 4:00 pm Starts at Coos Art Museum, ends at Mill Casino
The Maritime Dinner and Opening Reception will start at the Coos Art Museum with a special performance form Starboard Watch and then following will be a dinner at the Mill Casino to celebrate the 30th anniversary of this beloved event.
Family Art Class: Styrofoam Painting Saturday, July 6 @ 2 pm – 3 pm Coos Art Museum
The Coos Canvas: 20th Maritime Exhibit Saturday, July 6; Opening @ 4 pm; Dinner @ 6pm Coos Art Museum
Dirty Soda Party for Teens Monday, July 8 @ 4:00 pm North Bend Public Library
Teens can create their own dirty soda, by mixing their choice of soda with avored syrups and cream. Teens can experiment with different avors to create their own custom drink. Snacks will also be provided. The program is for teens ages 13-18, and no registration is required.
Wildlife Safari: Here Today, Gone Tomorrow? Tuesday, July 9 @ 2:00 pm North Bend Public Library
During the program, families with children are invited to learn the difference between endangered and vulnerable species, what causes species extinction, and what zoos and scientists are doing to recover species populations. They will also experience an up-close encounter with 4 animal ambassadors – an American badger, a rainbow boa, a desert tortoise, and a blacktailed prairie dog.
Bay Area Hospital
Board Meeting Tuesday, July 9 @ 6:05 pm
1775 Thompson Road, in the Myrtle Conference Room
Bay Area Hospital
Board Education Session
Tuesday, July 9 @ 5:30 pm 1775 Thompson Road in the Spruce/ Fir Conference Room
Egyptian Theatre Presents: Cars 2 Wednesday, July 10 @ 6 pm
229 S Broadway, Coos Bay
Bay Area Hospital
Work Session
Wednesday, July 10 @ 11:30 am
1775 Thompson Road in the Spruce/ Fir Conference Room
Riverfront Rhythms – 2024
Free Outdoor Concerts
Every other Thursday, July 11; 25; August 8 409 Riverfront Way, Reedsport; Umpqua Discovery Center
Bay Area Concert Band
Thursday, July 11 @ 7:30 pm; Saturday, July 13 @ 12:00 pm
Conductor Stephen Simpkins has compiled a wide range of music that has something for everyone. A few of the songs the band will be performing include “Olympic Fanfare and Theme” composed and written by John Williams, enjoy the light hearted “Farandole” written by Georges Bizet. Be transported with works such as “Folk Dances” composed by Dmitri Shostakovich which is lled with the joy and exuberance of the Russian people, or “Three Celtic Dances” written by Brian Balmages, based on three different Scottish dance forms. Enjoy the beauty of the “English Folk Song Suite” by R Vaughn Williams. This Suite comprises folk songs from the Norfolk and Somerset regions of England. Tap your toes to “El Relicario Paso Doble” by Jose Padilla and “The Peanut Vendor (El Manisero)” a Cuban song composed by Moises Simons. Our featured guest will be accompanied by the Bay Area Concert Band as Aaron Johnson delights us with “Concerto for Clarinet” by Artie Shaw.
Living and Working in Space with Dr. Aaron Coyner Thursday, July 11 @ 6:00 pm North Bend Public Library
Dr. Aaron Coyner will give a presentation on "Living and Working in Space" at the North Bend Public Library. Join us to learn how astronauts recycle and reuse supplies to extend the use of the limited resources available to them.
Dr. Aaron Coyner is a
solar physicist and faculty member at Southwestern Oregon Community College. He has research experience having spent graduate school at Rice University, and a 3-year post-doctoral research term at NASA/ Goddard Space ight Center. Since 2019, he has been a NASA Solar System Ambassador with a goal to make space accessible to everyone.
Gallery By The Bay – David Castleberry Friday, July 12 – Saturday, August 31 Unity by the Bay, 2100 Union Avenue
On large and small, square, rectangular, and uniquely shaped pieces of Masonite, artist David Castleberry interprets the beauty and magic of the local area with oil paints. Using broad strokes and tiny dots and swirls, he infuses the pieces with light and shadow inviting the viewer to look deeper. One of the South Coast’s best known artists, David has a long history of exhibitions and awards. His solo exhibits in museums and prestigious galleries crisscross the nation. Expanding on woodworking skills, fabric making and design, he has most recently been painting with oils on pieces of prepared Masonite, bringing the beauty of his surroundings to life adding a bit of whimsy. Most of David’s current work is quite large (3 ft x 3 ft and larger) although he does smaller pieces also…including his famous sh shaped creations familiar to those who have visited the Southwest Regional Airport.
Egyptian Theatre Presents: The Hurt Locker Friday, July 12 & Saturday, July 13 @ 7pm 229 S Broadway, Coos Bay
2 Coos County Poets Saturday, July 13 @2:00 pm
Coos Bay Public Library in the Myrtlewood Room
Coos Bay’s Annis Cassells is a poet, writer, life coach, and teacher who facilitates writing workshops and conducts memoir writing classes. In 2023, she published her second poetry collection, What the Country Wrought. Thomas Mitchell’s poems and essays have appeared in numerous journals & anthologies. His latest collection, Crow Genesis was published in 2024. Tom lives in North Bend and is the winner of the 2020 Cloudbank poetry contest.
Fused Glass Jewelry Saturday, July 13 @ 1 pm – 3 pm Coos Art Museum
Museum of Natural and Cultural History’s Journey Under the Sea Saturday, July 13 @ 2:00 pm
North Bend Public Library
Families with children are invited to explore Oregon's underwater environments and discover the amazing variety of life that can be found in kelp forests or rugged, rocky reefs. During this interactive program, children will engage in activities and investigations that will inspire them to protect Oregon's diverse ocean habitat.
Egyptian Theatre Presents: Wednesday with Walt Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl
Wednesday, July 17 @ 6pm
229 S Broadway, Coos Bay
Historic Sketching Walking Tour Wednesday, July 17 @ 12 pm – 3 pm Coos Art Museum
Lies, Sex, and Radio with Dick Wagner Wednesday, July 17 @ 6:30 pm
North Bend Public Library
A talk on the colorful life and career of the famed radio host M. Sayle Taylor. M. Sayle Taylor was a self-proclaimed sex and marriage expert who rose to national prominence in the 1930s with his radio show the "Voice of Experience." Before his rise to fame, he was closely connected to the Coos Bay area and served as Marsh eld High principal in 1922 and 1923 and as North Bend School Superintendent from 1923 through 1926. However, despite his illustrious career as a successful media psychologist, he lacked professional credentials and quali cations, and he led a secret life that concealed a dark history of crime and deception.
Dragon Theatre Puppets: The Super Silly Circus Wednesday, July 17 @ 10:30 am North Bend Public Library
On Wednesday, July 17 at 10:30 AM, Dragon Theater Puppets will perform an interactive puppet show, "The Super Silly Circus," at the North Bend Library. During the show, watch the Circus Ringmaster try, and fail, to have the greatest circus on the earth but learn that even if you make a mistake, you can still have your dreams come true.
Teen Trivia Event
Wedensday, July 17 @ 2:00 pm North Bend Public Library
On Wednesday, July 17 at 2:00 PM, teens ages 13-18 are invited to the North Bend Public Library for Teen Trivia. Teens can put their knowledge of pop culture, music, books, and movies to the test! Snacks and drinks will be provided.
The Coastal
Watershed Game Thursday, July 18 @ 3:30 pm
North Bend Public Library
North Bend Public Library will welcome the Coos Watershed Association and the South Slough Reserve for The Coastal Watershed Game! The Coastal Watershed Game is an active, hands-on simulation that helps groups learn how land use impacts water quality and natural resources. Participants are invited to collaborate with each other to play and learn about watershed health.
Coos Bay Library - Unlimited Book Club
Every third Thursday, starting on July 18 @ 6 pm. Zoom Meeting
This meeting will be an opportunity for members to meet and discuss our next title, selected by book club members, To Free the Captives: A Plea for the American Soul by Tracy K. Smith. Suggestions for future readings will come from members of Unlimited. Those interested are invited to attend the meeting, there is no obligation to stay. To receive Zoom link for meeting, register for free @ https://bit.ly/3R6E57M
Coos Bay Library - ASL Practice Place
Every third Thursday, starting on July 18 @ 12 pm Zoom Meeting
Program is for those who wish to practice their ASL conversational skills and help other learners in a friendly setting. Attendees will have the opportunity to sign in ASL as a group for one hour in a casual, informal environment. This is NOT a class, but we will provide ideas for conversational topics. Beginners are welcome. Let’s sign! This program is FREE and open to anyone who wishes to sharpen their ASL conversational skills. Register for this event @ https://bit. ly/3m6j2WG
Egyptian Theatre Presents: Lincoln Friday, July 19 & Saturday, July 20 @ 7pm 229 S Broadway, Coos Bay Dinosaur Prophecy Friday, July 19 @ 5:00 pm North Bend Public Library See real-life dinosaur bones and hear from Dr. Win McLaughlin, Geology & Paleontology Professor at SWOCC, before watching the lm Dinosaur Prophecy in SWOCC's portable planetarium. During the lm, watch as scientists visit dinosaur graveyards, study their bones, and reconstruct how these creatures lived and died to solve four famous cold cases from the age of the dinosaurs in Dinosaur Prophecy.
Englund Marine & Industrial Supply
is celebrating 80 years
Englund Marine & Industrial is celebrating its 80th year in business this year.
On Monday, July 22nd, the company will host a “Thank You” event at its seven retail stores to celebrate the milestone and offer a great discount on Englund Marine gear. The entire Englund family and the crews at all the locations wish to express their gratitude for the long years of support given to them by their customers and the communities they serve. Englund Marine was founded on July 22nd, 1944, by Axel & Freda Englund in a small storefront at the foot of 15th Street in Astoria, OR. It continues today as a family-run business. Axel’s son, Jon Englund, is the current CEO. There are also 4 grandsons active in the company: Kurt
Englund works at the Astoria store and is the Company’s President; Jay Englund manages the Raft Shop in Warrenton; Dean Fleck is a manager at the Newport OR store; and Mark Fleck manages the Coos Bay store.
The company has grown over the years to include seven retail stores in harbor towns along
Summer Movies in the parking Lot with the Coos Watershed Association
Join the Coos Watershed Association for a brand-new summer outdoor “Movie in the Park(ing Lot)” series! All movies will be shown in the new “green” parking lot at 3rd and Central in downtown Coos Bay, which filters stormwater runoff and helps keep pollution out of the bay. Come learn about this new community gathering space while enjoying some watershed/outdoor-themed movies!
The first movie night is July 12, with an 8:30 showing of Project Wild Thing: a revolutionary, award-winning feature documentary about the fragile connection between children and nature. This is the real-life story of one man’s determination to get children outside by launching a nationwide marketing campaign. It is funny, heart-felt, ground-breaking, and family-friendly.
The summer watershed movie series continues with The Beaver Believers on
higher among veterans than civilians. Sadly, it is estimated that 17 veterans die by suicide every day, and over half of veterans living with mental illness aren't receiving treatment.,
These painful statistics reflect the unique stresses and traumas of military life. Combat exposure, family separation, reintegration into civilian life -- each can take a heavy psychological toll.
Drug researchers have responded to mental illness with an expanding arsenal of treatment options. The United States is currently responsible for about half of all new medications developed worldwide.
But affordability is also an important issue. To address it, the IRA gave Medicare the authority to negotiate with drug makers for lower prices. To help ensure pharmaceutical developers have time to recoup their investment costs, lawmakers wisely granted newly
August 2 (8:30 start time) and Finding Nemo on September 6 (8:00 start time) – note the date change on Finding Nemo, originally scheduled for July.
Important details:
• Arrive early to mingle and to hear a short presentation from the Coos Watershed Association about the theme of the evening.
• Bring snacks and something comfortable to sit on.
• The Frying Nemo food cart will be set up for the Finding Nemo showing, so make sure you get there early to order food on September 6!
• All movies are family-friendly, though we recommend teens and up for the documentaries.
• For more info, updates, and potential schedule changes, visit www.cooswatershed.org and the Coos Watershed Association’s social media pages.
approved medicines a period of exemption from price negotiations.
But oddly, this exemption period isn't the same for all drug types. Under the law, new "large molecule" biologic medicines are exempt from government price negotiations for 13 years after FDA approval, whereas small-molecule drugs receive only nine years of exemption.
Unsurprisingly, this disparity is already leading drug companies to deprioritize or abandon small-molecule treatments. In a recent survey of over two dozen prominent biopharmaceutical firms, 63% said they plan to shift investment away from small molecules because of the IRA.
This alarming trend could have serious consequences for veterans seeking treatment options for mental illness. Small molecules have a key advantage when it comes to treating mental health conditions: they're tiny enough to cross the blood-brain barrier. That's why small mole-
A fixture of the bluegrass community, Joliff has collaborated and shared the stage with Béla Fleck, Tony Trischka and Michael Daves – among others. He also toured as a member of the groups Joy Kills Sorrow and Yonder Mountain String Band. He attended Berklee College of Music on a full scholarship and in 2012, he won the USA’s National Mandolin Championship. The fundraising concert is helping Little Theatre on the Bay grow their youth theatre program. The folks at the theatre are preparing for their fourth year of summer activities, which will include a production of Disney’s The Little Mermaid. Children ages 8 to 17 are invited to participate, and the program is free, thanks to sponsorship from Oregon Pacific Bank and Coos County Cultural Coalition.
cules make up virtually all psychiatric medications, from antipsychotics to antidepressants.
The IRA's bias against small molecules will also worsen existing inequities in care access. Small-molecule medications usually come as easy-to-use pills, while biologics typically require injections or IVs administered by a healthcare professional.
Thankfully, a straightforward, bipartisan fix has already emerged. The Ensuring Pathways to Innovative Cures (EPIC) Act would align price negotiation timelines for small molecules and biologics, giving each category 13 years of post-approval protection.
As millions of veterans struggle with mental health or behavioral conditions, we need to protect their access to innovative therapies. That starts with passing the EPIC Act.
Anthony Principi served as Secretary of Veterans Affairs from 2001-2005. This column first appeared in Stars and Stripes.
Aymée Pedder directs the youth theatre with help from musical accompanist John Adamson. The Jacob Jolliff fundraising event will take place at 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 11 at The Liberty Theatre (2100 Sherman Ave, North Bend). Tickets for the event cost $15, and can be purchased at the door, online at thelibertytheatre.org or at the box office from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesdays.
the Washington, Oregon, and Northern California coasts. It also operates a life raft certification and re-pack station in Warrenton, Oregon, and three wholesale warehouses in Oregon, Arizona, and Montana. Englund Marine prides itself on being the go-to store in its communities for boating, outdoor clothing, and industrial products. The company has products for commercial and recreational fishermen, professional tradesmen, and weekend warriors. In two of the seven store locations, it also has full-service rigging shops for fabrication, splicing, custom rigging, and hydraulics.
Two ways to reduce childhood hunger in Oregon this summer
The Summer Food Service Program offers free, nutritious meals at sites all over the state and the Summer EBT program provides $120 per eligible child for groceries.
Nearly 30 million children participate in USDA’s school breakfast and lunch programs on an average school day. When school is out for the summer, kids lose access to these healthy meals, but they still need nutritious food to grow healthy and strong. This year, there are now two programs in Oregon that will improve access until school starts again in the fall.
Summer Food Service Program
The Summer Food Service Program helps fill the gap by providing free nutritious meals to children and teens over the summer months. Free meals and enrichment activities are offered at more than 450 locations throughout the state including many schools, parks and other non-profit organizations.
Meals are available to any child 18 and under without regard to race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), age or disability.
Finding Meal Sites
There are more than 450 summer meal sites in Oregon alone.
Families can look up meal locations in their area by:
• Calling 2-1-1
• Texting “Food” or “Comida” to 304-304
• Visiting Summer Food Oregon
If you have questions about the Summer Food Service Program, please email ODE Community Nutrition Manager Meghan Tschida or call (971) 701- 9004. Summer EBT Reminder
As the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) and ODE announced earlier this month, the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) is a new grocery benefits program that starts this summer. It helps families buy food for their school-aged children during the summer when school is out. Families will get $120 for each eligible child. They will receive the benefits in one payment on an Oregon EBT card.
Families that have SNAP, TANF or OHP don’t need to apply. Summer EBT food benefits will be added to their Oregon EBT card automatically. Families will get a letter for each eligible child by mail or email when their benefits have been sent.
Families that do not have SNAP, TANF or OHP and may be eligible will need to apply. Children are likely to qualify if they go to schools with free or reduced-price meal programs and live in households that meet income requirements for those programs. Families can go to sebt.oregon.gov to check if their child may be eligible. They can also sign up to get a notification by text or email when it’s time to fill out and submit the application. For more information about Summer EBT, visit sebt.oregon.gov or ebtv.oregon.gov for Spanish language content.
Bay Area Concert Band hosts two summer concerts
The Bay Area Concert Band is preparing for two summer concerts this year featuring a guest performance by New York jazz artist, Aaron Johnson accompanied by Wilbur Jensen, Ilya Lushtak, Dave Captein and Dale Snyder.
The first performance will be an indoor concert to be held at the North Bend Presbyterian Church at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 11, 2024. Immediately following the Thursday evening concert, there will be a reception to honor the band’s esteemed guest, Aaron Johnson and accompanying musicians.
The second performance will be held Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 12:00 noon in Mingus Park and also features New York jazz artist, Aaron Johnson. Saturday’s performance will be the traditional opening performance for the Oregon Coast Musical Festival. It has been the Band’s honor to open the Festival since the Festival began in 1978.
Conductor Stephen Simpkins has compiled a wide range of music that has something for everyone. A few of the songs the band will be performing include “Olympic Fanfare and Theme”
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The South Trail System, including the parking area off Hinch Road, will be closed for July 1st and 2nd, as well as July 25th through August 25th. Forest activities such as hiking, berry and mushroom picking, or hunting will not be allowed in the area South from Hinch Road to Wasson Creek. Hinch Road itself will remain open, as will the boat launch it accesses. As will the main trail
composed and written by John Williams, enjoy the light hearted “Farandole” written by Georges Bizet. Be transported with works such as “Folk Dances” composed by Dmitri Shostakovich which is filled with the joy and exuberance of the Russian people, or “Three Celtic Dances” written by Brian Balmages, based on three different Scottish dance forms. Enjoy the beauty of the “English Folk Song Suite” by R Vaughn Williams. This Suite comprises folk songs from the Norfolk and Somerset regions of England. Tap your toes to “El Relicario Paso Doble” by Jose Padilla and “The Peanut Vendor (El Manisero)” a Cuban song composed by Moises Simons. Our featured guest will be accompanied by the Bay Area Concert Band as Aaron Johnson delights us with “Concerto for Clarinet” by Artie Shaw.
Please join us for an entertaining time and enjoy these songs and more! Admission is free, donations are greatly appreciated. For more information visit our website: bayareaconcertband.org or find us on Facebook.
loop as accessed through the South Slough Visitor center. The $3.5 million Wasson Creek Restoration Project, is a federally funded development which seeks to restore the watershed in the 525-acre Wasson Creek area. The area was an important habitat for local species until much of the natural waterways were destroyed or diverted when developed for agricultural use. Through collaboration with the Tribal Historic Preservation Offices from the Coquille Indian Tribe and the Confederated Tribes of the Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw
Indians (CTCLUSI), the Reserve hopes to restore those waterways, remove invasive and foster native species, and improve public access and safety. The South Slough National Estuary Reserve is committed to the preservation and study of crucial species and biomes and is an excellent resource for locals to engage with the nature of the South Coast, and learn how it impacts all of our lives. For more information on closures, or to plan your next trip, visit the Reserve’s official website: https://www.oregon.gov/ dsl/ss/pages/about.aspx
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the marbled mullet, and unique sea creatures like the pacific lamprey.
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BY MARY SCHAMEHORN
The rst photo I am sharing this week signi es the Festival of the Phoenix, a spring festival held in Bandon one April weekend in 1983 as a symbol of the town's rebirth.
"At a time when parts of the state are slowed by the national recession, Bandon is bustling with activity," according to an article on the front page of the April 6, 1983, Western World.
"A new boat basin is under construction, Old Town buildings are taking on new facades, utilities are going underground and sewer lines will soon be going in.
"Members of the chamber of commerce, the port district, city and the Old Town Guild are calling it the 'Bandon success story.' and they're sharing it with legislators and representatives from other towns.
"This weekend's Festival of the Phoenix is one more way of sharing that story, helping success happen by bringing people into town, and celebrating both past accomplishments and hopes for the future.
"Bandon has been temporarily crippled by three res in the past. The one in 1936 left little standing. But the res could not stop the town, and each time, residents banded together to rebuild.
"Named after the Phoenix bird that rose to life from its own ashes, the festival was planned to celebrate Bandon's rebirth and what residents hope will be a bright future."
Among the events was the festival bon re ( rst photo), signifying the Phoenix rising from the ashes.
In January of 1983, during the building of the new boat basin, the second of two groups of explosions (second photo) designed to loosen rock in the boat basin, apparently did extensive damage to the new docks and pilings at the site, reports the Jan. 19, 1983, Western World.
"A spokesman for Dave Thompson, the contractor of this part of the project, said they had misjudged the amount of explosives needed. No estimates on the damage will be available until the basin can be emptied and the piling inspected to see if they need to be replaced or just reset."
Those of us living here in 1983 can attest to the strength of the explosion, which rocked that end of town.
While going through the 1982 papers, I found this neat photo of George
Barnes and Ann Remy (third photo), both members of the Bandon School Board, who were helping out during a scholarship fund-raising dinner. Another photo pictures Cecil and Ann Kemp and John and Eloise Bowder enjoying the dinner in the crowded cafeteria at the high school gymnasium.
Barnes was the longtime CEO of Southern Coos General Hospital (now Southern Coos Hospital and Health Center) and Ann is the wife of the late Dr. Del Remy, both well known for volunteering for the schools. Ann, who recently moved from Bandon to be nearer family, is a big supporter of the Bandon History Museum, along with her other endeavors.
I was sorry to learn of the death of a local post of ce employee John Hawkins, 67, who was found in his postal vehicle, which had gone off Two Mile Road and over an embankment around 11:30 a.m. Friday morning, shortly after he began his day's route. The time was recorded on his GPS, which showed the time that the vehicle stopped moving, according to the Bandon Police Department report.
The police report indicates that Mr. Hawkins, a Rural Carrier Associate, probably suffered a cardiac event, which caused him to lose control of his vehicle. When he did not return to the post of ce, a search was begun, and the vehicle was located around 3 p.m., according to a postal employee.
I spoke with one of the postal employees who said Mr. Hawkins had been working for the local post of ce about three years.
"He was a great guy, and his loss dealt our of ce a real blow," said the employee. "We said goodbye to him that morning, and he didn't return ...."
He lived with his wife, Merla, on Ohio Avenue.
I learned early last week that Margaret Pounder, president and CEO of the Bandon Chamber of Commerce, had suffered several strokes, and had spent several days in the hospital. She later went to Portland for further treatment, according to a source, but she is returning home (or is probably home by now) and is expected to fully recover, which is good news.
I heard from my pal Brian Vick Sunday, who is undergoing chemo
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therapy treatment for stage-one pancreatic cancer. "The rst chemo treatment went well, with no sides effects ... and more to come. My oncologist has me on curative care. She's optimistic. So I'll be around for a long while, I hope," sais Brian, who was celebrating his 74th birthday Sunday at the home of his daughter, Klyta, in Medford, where he is staying during his treatment.
Brian is a member of the city council and the Bandon History Museum board of directors. He told me he will be giving up his seat on the council, with his term ending in December. He had not planned to seek reelection after many years on the council and a term as mayor...and 12 years on the board of the Southern Coos Hospital district.
Everywhere I go, people ask about him, and I let him know that everyone is praying for his recovery.
I couldn't nd details about what's happening on the Fourth of July in Bandon, but I am pretty sure the parade starts at 10 a.m., and the reworks display will begin at dusk.
The chamber is sponsoring a scavenger hunt, and Greater Bandon Association is hosting a Wine Walk from 5 to 7 p.m., with glasses, for $10, available at the glass picnic shelter on the Boardwalk.
There is also a Wine Walk scheduled for July 19.
The long-awaited amusement arcade, Fin's Family Fun, had a soft opening this week, and is now open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Among the owners is Neal Barlow, who was a volunteer at the Bandon History Museum until he began in business venture in Old Town. I know him because he regularly attends the city council meetings.
The arcade, which drew rave reviews on Facebook this weekend, is located in the Harbor Town Center building between Broken Anchor and The Wheelhouse...the former home of Washed Ashore.
I received a press release this week from Debbie Mueller, emergency coordinator for the Coos County Sheriff's Of ce, about an emergency management meeting that will be held in Bandon Wednesday, July 10, beginning at 7 p.m. in the Sprague Theater. Doors open at 6:30.
"Is Bandon Prepared" is the topic of the public meeting, to be sponsored by the Coos County
Of ce of Emergency Management and the City of Bandon.
"Come join us to learn about being better self-prepared for disasters, both natural and manmade. The presentation includes creating go bags, defensible space and sheltering in place versus evacuating," said Mueller.
A fun event coming up Sunday, July 14, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Bandon History Museum is an afternoon of gold panning. Pan for gold with Jeff Haga and Steve Gant. See what it was like for the early gold miners to strike it rich. The free program is sponsored by Sunset Oceanfront Motel and Lodging. Sundays are free for museum admission throughout the summer thanks to Best Western Inn at Face Rock and First Interstate Bank.
A number of scholarships went to members of this year's graduating class.
Bellahrose Hart, Sidda Radcliffe, Danielle Rock, Olivia Thompson and Makiah Vierck received the Bill Magness $1,500 scholarship.
Myah Hisel: $1,000 Eileen M. Fetterman Compassion and Kindness scholarship and a $500 Dew Valley Club scholarship.
Ellie Kingsbury: $3,000 Alda Lowe Day for humanities achievement; $200 Redding School of the Performing Arts. Alexa Crum: U of O Summit ($20,000 over 4 years); Tuition and fees waiver; Jack and Margaret Dean, $1,000; American Red Cross, $750; Federal Pell Grant, $7,395, and Hawaii Paci c U. merit, ($19,000 a year).
Nyah Dimitruk: U of O Pathway tuition and fees waiver; Oregon Opportunity Grant, $7,524; U of O Summit ($20,000 over 4 years); Cranberry Court, $1,000.
Rachel Eickhoff: Coos Curry Electric, $1,000; Cranberry Queen, $1,500; Coquille Valley Elks, $2,000; OSU Finley Academic Excellence, $4,500. Mildred E. Mudd scholarship for outstanding senior in music, $3,000.
student who exempli es kindness.
Sidda Radcliffe: the $3,500 William Arnot Day scholarship awarded to the outstanding student in the area of speech and communication; the $1,000 Spirit of Aloha scholarship given in memory of Johnna Hickox; a $1,000 Coos Curry Electric Cooperative scholarship; a $1,500 Coquille Valley Elks Most Valuable Student scholarship and a $4,500 OSU Finley Academic Excellence scholarship. Parker Lang: $1,000 John Fetterman Outdoorsman scholarship.
Sean Ells: Coquille Valley Elks Most Valuable Student, $3,500; U of O Summit ($20,000 over 4 years); Elks District Award, $1,800. Nina Dominy Memorial, $1,000. Norman F. Sprague, $3,000.
Bellahrose Hart: Oregon Promise, $4,000. The Gaye Knapp Principal's Character scholarship, awarded to a senior who demonstrated outstanding character (respect, dignity and acceptance of others through example), $1,000.
Analise Miller: UCC Athletic, $2,000; Prefontaine, $2,000; First Community Credit Union, $3,000. Neil Faber Memorial, $1,000, for
Katelynn Senn: Neil Faber Memorial Scholarship, $1,000 for student who exempli es kindness. Ford Family Foundation scholarship; Burger King; Coquille Valley Elks, $2,500; Oregon First Community, $3,000; EOU Athletic scholarship, $4,000. Ava Nelson: Oregon Promise $4,000; Marsha Felton Memorial, $1,000. Olivia Thompson: Reese Family, $4,000; Harvey S. Mudd, $3,500 (for outstanding senior in engineering and mathematics); two OSU Academic scholarships; OSU Finley Academic Excellence, $4,500; Coquille Valley Elks, $3,000. Danielle Rock: Caryll Mudd Sprague, outstanding senior in creative arts, $3,500. Elizabeth Stice: Ford Family Foundation; Finley Academic Excellence, $4,500; Oregon Opportunity, $7,524. Colton Siewell: Western Undergraduate Exchange, over $10,000 a year toward tuition; Feather River, housing stipend. Zack Robertson; U of O Pathway tuition waiver. Makiah Vierck: Tony's Crab Shack scholarship, $1,500; IOOF, Bandon Lodge No. 133, $1,000. Dorothy Zaddach Fetterman Healthcare, $1,000 to senior who will pursue a degree in healthcare. Brandon Wilson: VA scholarship.
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Art by the Sea Gallery hosts new show
Art by the Sea Gallery and Studio is hosting a new show that runs from July 2nd to July 29th.The Featured Artist for July is Gallery Member, Kathleen Morey Bailey, and the Member’s show “Under, Over & Out of the Box” continues throughout July.
Kathleen was raised in California and has ties in Kentucky, Canada and Oregon where she now lives and loves it! She was taught oil painting by Elenor Scott Evans and has traveled through most of the Western United States painting landscapes and whatever captured her fancy. She has also traveled
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to Africa, Senegal, Egypt, the Caribbean, Central America, Mexico, Istanbul, Budapest, Cypress, France, England, Switzerland and Hawaii.
Kathleen specializes in impressionistic land and sea scenes and essence energy oil paintings. She creates these paintings while in a light stage of meditation sensing the energy of places, emotions or concepts.
The Member’s show is titled “Under, Over & Out of the Box.” These artworks are creative and different from the norm, often re ecting something with a different perspective, and or
utilizing unconventional materials and techniques.
A reception will be held on July 6th from 2-4:00 pm, with refreshments served and music by Peter Radabaugh. Drop by the reception and meet other art lovers, friends and gallery members. While in the Gallery, enjoy the many beautiful artworks created by South Coast Artists. Original paintings, fused glass artwork, jewelry, art gourds, pottery, photography, woodwork and unique pieces of art are always on display throughout the gallery. Art by the Sea Gallery and
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Weather Tips to Keep Pets Safe this Summer
With the temperatures rising this week, Greenhill Humane Society wants to remind pet owners of the importance of keeping their pets safe this summer. When it comes to furry family members please remember:
• Leave pets at home when running errands. Leaving your animal in a parked car, even for just a few minutes, can easily cause heat stroke or brain damage. A car's interior temperature can increase in minutes, even with the windows slightly open. Dogs are especially vulnerable to heat stress because they do not sweat in the way that humans do; they release body heat by panting.
• Keep pets inside during the heat of the day; do not leave them outside unattended.
• Make sure pets have access to water bowls full of cool, fresh water.
• When pets are outside, be sure there are shaded areas for them to rest in. It’s a good idea to
On large and small, square, rectangular, and uniquely shaped pieces of Masonite, artist David Castleberry interprets the beauty and magic of the local area with oil paints. Using broad strokes and tiny dots and swirls, he infuses the pieces with light and shadow inviting the viewer to look deeper. One of the South Coast’s best known artists, David has a long history of exhibitions and
Keep your pet safe & comfortable during the warm weather
invest in a misting hose or kiddie pool for a cool place for your pets to play. Make sure your pets are properly secured and when outside have collars, updated tags and are microchipped.
• Limit or skip on exercise at the dog park during the heat of the day.
• Always test the pavement or sand with your hand before stepping out (too hot to touch is too hot for your pet). Walk early in the morning or late at night when it’s cooler, carry water and take frequent breaks in shady spots. If you suspect your pet’s paws have been burned, contact your veterinarian immediately.
• Dogs should not ride in uncovered pickup truck beds. The hot metal truck bed can burn your pet’s paw pads.
• Oregon's “Good Samaritan” law (dogs / kids in hot cars) states the following:
• Anyone – not just law
enforcement – may enter a motor vehicle, “by force or otherwise,” to remove
an unattended child or domestic animal without fear of criminal or civil
liability, as long as certain requirements are met. To ful ll these requirements, a person must:
• Determine that the motor vehicle is locked or there is no reasonable method for the child or animal to exit without assistance;
• Have a reasonable belief that the animal or child is in imminent danger of suffering harm;
• Notify law enforcement or emergency services either before or soon after entering the vehicle;
• Use only the minimum force necessary to enter the vehicle; and
• Stay with the animal or child until law enforcement, emergency services, or the owner or operator of the vehicle arrives.
• It is best to always contact law enforcement before taking action.
• Many electric vehicles now have “dog modes” or may appear to be not running. These vehicles may seem to be off but can have a climate
controlled inside with air conditioning on for the animal.
Heatstroke symptoms can include restlessness, excessive thirst, heavy panting, lethargy, lack of appetite, dark tongue, vomiting and lack of coordination. If your animal is overcome by heat exhaustion, consult your veterinarian right away.
“With warmer weather on the horizon it’s important to keep your pets happy,” said Sarah Bouzad, Greenhill’s Community Engagement & Events Manager. “Your pet can still join in on your summer plans, just with their safety in mind. Be sure to take your pets on walks early in the morning and in the evening and leave them home while you run errands.”
The full text of Oregon's “Good Samaritan” law can be found under ORS 30.813.
Potos provided Featured Artist, Kathleen Morey Bailey.
HOLY COW! HISTORY:
The Senate’s Sweet Secret
By J. Mark Powell InsideSources.com
Americans are in a sour mood these days. Democrats, Republicans and independents can’t agree on much. Yet, there’s a sweet spot on Capitol Hill where everyone shares a moment of bipartisan bliss.
Here’s the story of how it came to be.
In the early 1960s, a fellow named George Murphy was looking for a new career. He’d been a movie star in the 1930s and ’40s, appearing in more than 40 films. With his acting career over, Murphy was in the market for a new line of work. He decided to use his celebrity status to seek public office. (As fellow thespians Ronald Reagan and Arnold Schwarzenegger would later do.) Murphy was elected to the Senate in 1964 and traded Tinsel Town for Capitol Hill. Then, as now, desks in the Senate chamber were assigned by seniority. Spots up front (where the TV cameras can easily catch them) are held by veterans and rarely change hands. Murphy was stuck in the back with other freshmen.
He also had a sweet tooth. During his time as a Hollywood hoofer, Murphy had to stay trim. Now in his 60s, and his dancing days long past, he could indulge in candy to his heart’s content. There’s a Senate rule against eating in the chamber, so he quietly hid hard candy in his desk, where he secretly enjoyed it during long, dull debates.
In 1968, Murphy was assigned a new desk. It was still in the rear of the room, but it was on an aisle that got plenty of foot traffic. Whenever colleagues stopped
to chat, the California Republican would reach inside his wooden desk (a handcrafted replica of the original 48 desks installed in 1819 after the British burned the Capitol) and secretly shared a piece from his candy cache.
Word quietly began circulating among the other 99 senators, “If you’re hungry, swing by Murphy’s desk. He’s got a stash of candy there.” Murphy was a friendly man and didn’t need any sugarcoating to persuade him to pass around the sweets. Party labels didn’t matter — Democrats and Republicans all got the goodies.
Murphy was flattered by the newfound attention. He made sure his desk was always stocked with sweets and spread the word that colleagues were welcome to drop by and take a piece if he wasn’t there.
It wasn’t long before a nickname was born. It had become the Candy Desk. (Only three others in the chamber have their own name: The senior senator from Mississippi gets the Jefferson Davis Desk, Kentucky’s senior senator holds the Henry Clay Desk, and New Hampshire’s senior senator occupies the Daniel Webster Desk).
Murphy’s political career didn’t last (he was defeated for re-election in 1970), but the Candy Desk did. Senators knew a good thing when they saw it and weren’t about to let it go. Arizona’s Paul Fannin kept the tradition going. Others followed.
In the early 1980s, Idaho’s Steve Symms expanded the secret offering to include a variety of confections supplied by national candy and chocolate manufacturers’ associations.
Some senators consider the Candy Desk’s Golden
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Age to have been 19972007 when Rick Santorum sat there. Being from the Keystone State, you can bet it was continually supplied with sweets shipped straight from Hershey, Pa.
Indiana’s Todd Young occupies the seat today.
The half dozen or so Hoosier sweets he hands out include Kraft Caramels made in the town of Kendallville.
Although its precise location has moved slightly over the years, the Candy Desk has almost always been found on the right (or Republican) side of the chamber and is usually hosted by a GOP senator. But that’s as partisan as it gets. Regardless of how heated the issues are or how fevered the rhetoric grows, no Republicans or Democrats reach inside for a treat — just hungry men and women eager to pop something sweet into their mouths.
The Candy Desk may be the only place in Washington these days where you will always find satisfied smiles.
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.
Guest Column A WORD PLEASE:
By June Casagrande
You can use “like” as a synonym of “such as” if you want to. Though, if my own editing work is any indication, writers haven’t gotten the memo.
In a recent two-week period, I edited about 25 articles that used “such as” before a list of examples. Only five used “like.”
“The restaurant serves elevated pub food and satisfying eats such as hand-tossed pizzas and specialty burgers.”
“Some studies suggest that eating chili peppers such as jalapenos can relax inflammation.”
“Wear protective clothing such as wide-brimmed hats and long-sleeved shirts.”
“He became an illustra-
tor for major magazines such as Life and National Geographic.”
“… to demonstrate qualities such as cooperation.”
None of these is wrong. But it’s a problem that the writers all seem to think they have no alternative.
A lot of grammar myths have easy-to-trace histories. This isn’t one of them. Yes, if you go back to the 1950s or so, you’ll find certain language cops telling people that “like” means “similar to.” And when something is similar to something else, they’re not one and the same. Thus, these people said, “chili peppers like jalapenos,” by definition, excludes jalapenos. It means only peppers similar to jalapenos and not
Wyden, Merkley, Colleagues
Call on Postal Service to Prepare for Upcoming
Election
jalapenos themselves. If that were true, you would be required to use “such as” anytime you wanted include jalapenos in the examples. But it’s not true. Dictionaries define “like” as a synonym of “such as,” meaning you can use either one to set up a list of examples. I explain in-depth in my recent column.
U.S. Senator Ron Wyden said today he is leading Senate colleagues including U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley in calling on Postmaster General DeJoy and the U.S. Postal Service to share their plans to accommodate high volumes of mail expected in the upcoming 2024 general election in Oregon and nationwide.
“In 2020, the Postal Service overcame a series of challenges, including the onset of a global pandemic, to fulfill this critical mission. Impressively, it delivered 97.9% of ballots within three days, even as a record number of Americans voted by mail,” the senators wrote. “For the 2022 midterm elections, USPS maintained this standard of excellence and delivered 98.96% of ballots within three days.”
In 2023, USPS began a series of mail processing facility reviews to consolidate the operations to regional processing and distributing centers (RP&DC) through the Delivering for America (DFA) plan. That consolidation process could severely affect delivery times, especially in rural communities.
“In February 2024, for example, USPS consol-
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idated Oregon's postal operations around an RP&DC in Portland,” the senators continued.
“Despite USPS assurances that the consolidation would minimally affect residents, mail delays have already been reported in Southern Oregon. This area has a higher proportion of seniors and veterans compared to the national average, a group that heavily depends on USPS for medication, bill payments, and ballots, and cannot afford to experience any delays in service.”
“We believe that the Postal Service remains well-equipped to securely deliver mail-in ballots. However, given the service disruptions already resulting from the DFA plan, we fear the same approach adopted by USPS in 2020 and 2022 may not be sufficient to guarantee on-time delivery results,” the senators concluded.
Wyden and Merkley have been advocates for solving mail delays and protecting USPS from disruption. In April, Wyden and Merkley joined colleagues in a letter to DeJoy opposing the USPS consolidations of processing and distribution centers. Merkley
also joined a letter that led to DeJoy pausing implementation of all USPS network changes for the rest of this year.
In addition, Wyden opposed price hikes and poor service from USPS under DeJoy’s leadership. Wyden and Merkley worked to address this issue for local news outlets with the Deliver for Democracy Act, which ensures that periodicals would be delivered with at least a 95 percent on time delivery rate. The letter was led by Wyden and U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.). In addition to Wyden and Merkley, the letter was signed by U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (DMn.), Michael Bennet (D-Colo.), Bob Casey (D-Pa.), Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.), Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), Tina Smith (D-Minn.), Angus King (D-Maine), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.), John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.), John Fetterman (D-Pa.), Laphonza Butler (D-Calif.), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), Patty Murray (D-Wa.), Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) and Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.).
Cove Crab and Fishing Dock Repairs update
The Douglas County Parks Department would like to provide an update on the temporary closure of the Windy Cove Crab and Fishing Dock, located at 936 Salmon Harbor Drive in Winchester Bay, Oregon.
Last week, a required joint permit application was successfully completed and submitted to the State of Oregon Department of State Lands (ODSL). This marks a critical step forward in our efforts to repair the crab dock to maintain our community's recreational facilities. The submitted application will be posted to ODSL’s website in early July for a mandatory 30-day public comment period. This review period allows for community input and ensures transparency in the permitting process. We anticipate receiving an approved permit in August, contingent upon the successful completion of the review period, which could be delayed based on any potential issues that might come out of the review.
Construction and engineering plans are on track to be finalized by June 25. However, we must wait for the permit issuance to determine if there are any new terms and conditions that will be imposed on the project based on public comments. These terms and conditions, if any, will be carefully reviewed and incorporated into the project scope of work as necessary. Once the terms of the permit are known, we will proceed with drafting a bid prospectus to solicit a vendor to facilitate the necessary dock repairs. This process will involve a Request for Bids (RFB) procurement process, which will add some additional time to
our timeline. Considering the necessary steps and potential adjustments, our bestcase scenario is to have the project out for bid and awarded by mid-August. Depending on contractor availability, we hope to begin the dock repairs in late August, however, it is more likely that the work will begin sometime in September. We understand that the Windy Cove Crab and Fishing Dock is a favorite spot for both locals and visitors. During the closure, we recommend Dock 9 near the west boat launch in Salmon Harbor for crabbing without a boat. Additionally, some fishermen have reported success using fishing pole crab traps from the jetties and riverbanks. A video of the update featuring our Douglas County Parks Director Mark Wall, can be found on the Douglas County Government website at: https://video.ibm. com/recorded/133738243. Public safety remains
our top priority. The Windy Cove Crab and Fishing Dock will remain closed until repairs are completed and the dock is no longer deemed unsafe and hazardous for public use. The surrounding parking lot, day-use area, and beach access at Windy Cove County Park remain open. We ask for the community’s cooperation in respecting the closure and staying off the dock until it is officially reopened. We appreciate the community's patience and understanding as we navigate these procedural requirements to ensure a thorough and compliant repair process. The Douglas County Parks Department remains committed to providing safe and enjoyable recreational facilities for all residents and visitors. Updates will be released monthly until repairs are finalized and a public notice will be issued once the dock is safe and ready for use again.
Thursday 06/20:
North Bend
• 12:08 am, 49 year old male cited on DUI drug, possession of controlled substance, possession of smoking device, 1900 block of Meade Avenue.
• 4:12 am, criminal trespass, 2000 block of Newmark Street.
• 4:40 am, criminal trespass, 2600 block of Broadway Avenue.
• 5:41 am, 22 year old female transported to Coos County Jail on assault IV, disorderly conduct II, and 2 counts of physical harassment, block of 2000 Sherman Avenue.
• 6:13 am, criminal trespass, 2000 block of Sherman Avenue.
• 11:47 am, assault, 14000 block of Sherman Avenue.
• 12:43 pm, theft, area of Ferry Road Park.
• 2:45 pm, counterfeit money, 2000 block of Inland Drive.
• 3:56 pm, criminal trespass, 1200 block of Clark Street.
• 11:28 pm, 65 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on probation violation on reckless burning, criminal mischief II, criminal mischief I, area of California Street.
Coos Bay
• 2:37 am, 35 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on probation violation of assault II, 1000 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 9:43 am, 50 year old female transported to Coos County Jail on harassment and probation violation, 1000 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 2:04 pm, disorderly conduct, area of Ocean and Newmark.
• 2:05 pm, disorderly conduct, 1400 block of Newmark.
• 3:03 pm, burglary, area of Ocean Boulevard.
• 4:41 pm, 33 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on indecent exposure, 200 Block of South Broadway.
• 5:59 pm, criminal trespass, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 6:26 pm, burglary, 500 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 7:14 pm, theft, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 7:45 pm, disorderly conduct, area of Newmark.
• 8:12 pm, criminal trespass, 300 block of North Ackerman Street.
• 8:31 pm, criminal trespass, 1000 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 8:53 pm, 47 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on failure to appear II, failure to report as sex offender, 500 block of Lockhart Avenue.
Coquille
• 3:31 pm, 53 year old male was transported to Coos County Jail on criminal trespass II, 50 block of West Highway 42.
Friday 06/21:
North Bend
• 12:00 pm, threats, 1800 block of Johnson Street.
• 3:46 pm, telephonic harassment, 1500 block of Sherman Avenue.
Coos Bay
• 8:42 am, theft from vehicle, 1000 block of South 1st Street.
• 8:48 am, criminal trespass, 1300 block of Seagate
• 10:13 am, criminal trespass, 290 block of South Broadway.
• 11:37 am, 36 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on probation violation, 1200 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 1:21 pm, shots fired, 1600 block of Minnesota Avenue.
• 1:39 pm, shoplifting 2000 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 2:07 pm, criminal trespass, 280 block of Laclair Street.
• 2:11 pm, threats, 630 block of Anderson Avenue.
• 3:34 pm, disorderly conduct, 800 block of 8th Terrace.
• 4:08 pm, criminal trespass, 500 block of South Empire Boulevard.
• 4:13 pm, 36 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on trespass II,
• 6:60 pm, shoplifting, 1000 block of South 1st Street.
• 7:22 pm, criminal trespass, area of Michigan and Madison.
• 8:25 pm, 29 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on rape I, 2 counts sex abuse I, 3 counts sex abuse II, sex abuse III, sodomy I, and coercion, 1100 block of Michigan Avenue.
• 8:52 pm, theft, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 9:10 pm, threats, 120 block of Ocean Boulevard.
• 9:51 pm, theft, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue.
Saturday 06/22:
North Bend
• 9:39 am, criminal trespass, area behind Big Lots.
• 11:57 am, shots fired, 3600 block of Vista Drive.
• 2:22 pm, criminal mischief, 1500 block of Ohio Avenue.
• 3:12 pm, 66 year old male cited on theft of services, 1800 block of Grant Street.
• 4:46 pm, harassment, area 700 block of Tower Street.
• 7:49 pm, harassment, 3700 block of Sherman Avenue.
• 9:40 pm, 32 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on eluding vehicle and reckless driving, area of Newmark.
Coos Bay
• 12:04 am, theft, 1400 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 12:31 am, criminal mischief, 960 block of Garfield Street.
• 5:43 am, shots fired, area of 10th and Central.
• 7:41 am, criminal trespass, 1700 block of Thompson Road.
• 9:54 am, disorderly conduct, area of Newmark.
• 11:29 am, criminal trespass, area of Pacific and South Cammann.
• 11:29 am, criminal mischief, 880 block of 8th Terrace.
• 11:35 am, 35 year old female transported to Coos County Jail on theft, 600 block of North Bayshore Drive.
• 1:21 pm, disorderly conduct, area of North Schoneman and Newmark.
• 2:53 pm, criminal trespass, 1000 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 3:06 pm, burglary, 1600 block of South 17th Street.
• 4:26 pm, criminal trespass, 160 block of North Empire Boulevard.
• 4:40 pm, 54 year old male cited for shoplifting, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 5:17 pm, 27 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on failure to appear on theft III, failure to appear on failure to appear on criminal cite, 80 block of East Hall Avenue.
• 5:20 pm, criminal trespass, 1000 block of South 4th Street.
• 5:48 pm, threats, 2600 block of Koos Bay Boule-
The Chamber Minute: From the Desk of Rosey Thomas
By ROSEy THOMAS
director,
Executive
Bay Area Chamber of Commerce
In for another Bay Area Chamber Minute; it’s Rosey. The heat is finally back, Summer has officially started, kids are out of school, people are getting out and enjoying our lovely area, and we stay as busy as ever in the Summer at your Chamber Office. We are preparing for our County Fair day on July 26th where we will be giving kids Chamber
Coins and be set up with a few of our members at the Chamber Booth this year. Taking Care of Business bowling event at North Bend Lanes will be August 22nd this year and planning is already underway. There are lots of fun activities to get involved with your Chamber on! We have some New member Shout-outs to cheer for, Planet Fitness, Coos Bay Coast League, Keller-Williams Coastal Real Estate Group, The Artist Loft, &
Annastacia Sequoyah. Thank you for joining the Chamber, to help us advocate for businesses in Coos Bay, North Bend, and Charleston. A Big welcome back to Sol Coast Consulting and Design. We appreciate your support in our mission. “Our business is helping your business” July 11th Business After Hours: Southwest Oregon Regional Airport 5-7 pm 1100 Airport Lane, North Bend There will be food, fun, and amazing views! Join us
at the Airport for some High Flying Fun! July 12th July Jubilee Ribbon Cutting at Grants Circle in North Bend, 4:30 pm, Help us open up July Jubilee! Weekend events Beginning Friday! July 26th Chamber Day at the Fair Booth with members, Come see us and get your Chamber Coins!
Don’t forget to like us on Facebook, and Heart our page on the Community Plus app.
vard.
• 7:18 pm, threats, 1700 block of Thompson Road.
• 9:20 pm, criminal trespass, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 10:10 pm, disorderly conduct, area of Johnson and Highway 101.
• 10:24 pm, 21 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on assault II, 760 block of Michigan Avenue.
Coquille
• 9:52 am, harassment, Block of 5th street and Elliot.
• 5:41 pm, fire, area of Highway 42 and Highway 42 South.
• 1:58 am, harassment, 1700 block of South 20th Street.
Reedsport
• 12:43 pm, domestic disturbance, 1000 block of Scott Terrace.
Sunday 06/23:
North Bend
• 1:20 am, fire, area of Tremont and State.
• 3:25 pm, criminal trespass, 800 block of Oregon Avenue.
• 11:09 pm, threats, 800 block of Vermont Street.
Coos Bay
• 12:13 am, gunshot wound, 140 block of 9th Street.
• 7:32 am, criminal trespass, 500 block of 4th Street.
• 9:28 am, 36 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on parole violation, 1000 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 9:28 am, 32 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on parole violation, 1000 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 9:50 am, disorderly conduct, area of East Anderson Avenue.
• 10:13 am criminal trespass, 1200 block of North Bayshore Drive.
• 10:51 am, criminal trespass, 270 block of Johnson Avenue.
• 12:28 pm, shoplifting, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 12:45 pm, theft, 140 block of South 7th Street.
• 1:24 pm, criminal trespass, 250 block of South Broadway Street.
• 2:01 pm, criminal trespass, 700 block of South Empire Boulevard.
• 2:08 pm, disorderly conduct, 1100 block of Michigan Avenue.
• 2:59 pm, 28 year old male cited on theft II, 100 block of North Schoneman Street.
• 3:18 pm, 42 year old female transported to Coos County Jail on trespass II, and probation violation, 1000 block of Newmark
HOW TO PLAY: Each row, column, and set of 3-by-3 boxes must contain the numbers 1 through 9 without repetition.
HOW TO PLAY: Each row, column, and set of 3-by-3 boxes must contain the numbers 1 through 9 without repetition.
Rosey Thomas
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Summer library programs in
BY BREE LAUGHLIN
The World
School may be out for summer, but there are still many opportunities for learning.
enjoy them.
them called ‘Here Today, Gone Tomorrow,’ about endangered and vulnerable species,” Chapman said.
This program happens on Tuesday, July 9 at 2 p.m. at the North Bend Event Tent located at 2040 Union Avenue.
Children, teens and their families have a wide variety of in enriching activities to take part in throughout the summer, thanks to the help of local public libraries.
Librarians at Coos Bay, North Bend and surrounding areas have scheduled a summer packed full of events –from the continuation of their popular story time programs to the kick off of summer reading challenges, and events celebrating nature and culture.
“We provide a series of enrichment activities for students, families and people of all ages within the community,” said Jennifer Knight, youth services librarian at Coos Bay Public Library.
“We do this because research has shown that it's really important to stay engaged during the summer months, and to keep active outside of school activities. The library plays a unique role because it is able to do that at no charge to the public,” she said.
This includes an upcoming ‘Journey Under the Sea,’ program developed by the Museum of Natural and Cultural History. Participants will dive into an ocean of hands-on science fun while exploring Oregon's underwater environments. This program will be happening in libraries across Coos County throughout the month of July.
Other events are library speci c.
Some of the family events the Coos Bay Library is highlighting includes a Charreria cultural celebration and exhibition honoring the way of life that shaped Mexican identity. This event happens on Wednesday, July 10 in the libraries Myrtle Room and the exhibit will be on display until Aug. 8.
Other Coos Bay Library events are taking place off-site, such as an ‘elegantly silly time’ with Lucy Kalantari and the Jazz cats at the Mingus Park Amphitheater on Aug. 1; followed by lunch with Birds of a Feather, a new American indie family super duo, also at Mingus Park on Tues, Aug. 6.
Other children’s programs being offered through the North Bend Library this summer include an interactive puppet show, ‘The Super Silly Circus’ on July 17, an interactive ranger talk on July 25 about the threatened shorebird, snowy plover, as well as a Messy children’s festival, “The Children’s Messtival” on Aug. 3.
“The Messtival is an outdoor activity. It is going to be a lot of good, messy fun for kids from three to twelve,” Chapman said.
The local children’s librarian said one of her favorite parts of the job is getting to know children in the local community, and watching them learn and grow.
“It's always fun to see that they are having a good time and enjoying coming to the library,” Chapman said.
Local librarians said that when they schedule summer activities, they try to plan a little something for everyone.
“Hopefully, people of all different ages will nd something that they enjoy coming to,” said North Bend Children’s Librarian Laura Chapman.
“This year we have some special things going on,” she said.
Some events are being shared among the Coastline Libraries network, allowing a greater section of the community to
There are also some new wellness-programs for tweens, teens and adults, including Yoga for Teens and Tween Cooking with OSU Extension Service at the Coos Bay Library.
At the North Bend Library, children’s librarian Chapman, said she’s excited to offer some programs that haven’t been presented before, including a program with Wildlife Safari.
“They're bringing some of their ambassador animals with them, and we're doing an educational outreach program with
There are a variety of ways to keep up-to-date with local library activities, including following Facebook Pages, looking at the online calendar on library websites, and going in and talking with local librarians.
The North Bend Public Library is located at 1800 Sherman Ave. They can be reached at (541) 7560400 or online at through the City of North Bend site northbendoregon.us. The Coos Bay Public Library is located at 525 Anderson Ave. They can be reached at (541) 2691101 or online at coosbaylibrary.org.