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Chamber hosting networking luncheons

BY BREE LAUGHLIN The World

The Bay Area Chamber of Commerce started hosting their Wednesday Business Connection weekly networking luncheons.

The luncheons take place each Wednesday from September through May. The public is welcome to attend.

Chamber representatives said the weekly luncheons give participants the chance to network with members of the local business com-

munity while also hearing from industry professionals.

On Sept. 13, luncheon participants heard from Cal Mukumoto, who leads the Oregon Department of Forestry. Oregon’s 30 million acres of forest lands have various owners and managers, but most are managed by the Oregon Department of Forestry.

“Simply put, our mission is to protect forests and ensure they can provide for Oregonians now and into the future,” Mukumoto said during his presentation at a recent luncheon.

The State Forester gave the audience an overview of what they do at the Oregon Department of Forestry, including the different branches of the organization, as well as current and future challenges.

State Forester Mukumoto has strong

Emergency coordinators hold preparedness events

BY BREE LAUGHLIN

The World

Coos County Emergency coordinators and first responders have been spreading the message “Plan today, ready tomorrow” during recent community preparedness events.

Pony Village mall hosted National Preparedness Month on Saturday, Sept. 23. This event

returned to the mall after 12 year break.

ties to Southwest Oregon, including past job experiences with Coquille Economic Development Corporation. He also currently serves as a board member with Southwestern Oregon Community College.

Future speakers and subject matter at the weekly luncheons include new businesses moving to the area, business expansions, and issues or items than can impact business operations.

The luncheons take place every Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Salmon Room at The Mill Casino Hotel & RV Park. Lunches are available for purchase, as well as a 50/50 raffle and a business card drawing.

For more information about future luncheons, visit oregonsbayarea.org or follow Bay Area Chamber of Commerce on Facebook.

Office of Emergency Management and Coos

The event was organized by Coos County Office of Emergency Management and Coos County Community Emergency Response Teams. Many first responders and state organizations also participated offering information about preparedness, free goody bags, popcorn and raffles.

“It was a great showing and we were really happy,” said Debbie Mueller, the Coos County Emergency Coordinator.

Mueller was preparing for a presentation in Bandon at the Sprague Theatre the following week.

“If even just one person walks away being more prepared, it's a worthwhile event,” she said.

Mueller said the “Plan today, ready tomorrow” motto was made to encourage residents to think about what possible emergencies could happen – and to put a plan in place so they are ready if and when an emergency does occur.

“This could include being ready and having a go bag, for instance, if there

Hyping up the Pirates

Marshfield High School held a pep rally Friday to hype up the student body before the Pirates’ football game later that night. The Marshfield cheerleaders and dance team took part in the pep rally, which was held before the football team won its first game of the season.

Photo by Bree Laughlin

On Sept. 13, the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce Wednesday Business Connection luncheon participants heard from Cal Mukumoto, who leads the Oregon Department of Forestry.

Photos by David Rupkalvis/For The World

Photos Courtesy of Debbie Mueller Hauser CERT Leader Mona Insly, coordinated the emergency preparedness event at the Pony Village Mall on Sept. 23.

Due to the Columbus Day holiday on October 9, you will receive your October 10 edition of The World on October 11.

Dea Notices

Obituaries are on pages 7 & 9

Hilda L. Hodge, 96, of North Bend, passed away August 26, 2023 at Coos Bay. Cremation Rites are under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, 405 Elrod Ave., Coos Bay, Oregon 541/267-4216

Peter Rex Williams 63, of Gold Beach, passed away September 15, 2023 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131 www.coosbayareafunerals.com

Wilma Ilene Levtzow

Wilma Ilene Levtzow, 85, of Bandon, passed away September 13, 2023.

Betty J. Peet, 63, of North Bend, passed away on September 20, 2023 in North Bend. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440. www.coosbayareafunerals.com

Michael Wayne McKeny, 30, of Coos Bay, passed away at his home in Grants Pass on September 20, 2023. Arrangements are under the care of Stephens Family Chapel.

ATTENTION COOS COUNTY ARTISTS AND NON-PROFITS

ATTENTION COOS COUNTY ARTISTS AND NON-PROFITS

Martha J. Schneider 64, of Coos Bay, passed away on September 21, 2023 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440. www.coosbayareafunerals.com

Do  you have an idea for a new project to improve access to the arts, music, dance, culture in Coos County?

Do you have an idea for a new project to improve access to the arts, music, dance, culture in Coos County? Coos County Cultural Coalition is now accepting grant applications. The deadline has been extended to November 30, 2021 for projects taking place in 2022. For Eligibility, info and application go to http://www.ccculturalcoalition.org

Do you have an idea for a new project to improve access to the arts, music, dance, culture in Coos County? Coos County Cultural Coalition is now accepting grant applications. The deadline has been extended to November 30, 2021 for projects taking place in 2022. For Eligibility, info and application go to http://www.ccculturalcoalition.org

Coos County Cultural Coalition is now accepting grant applications.  Deadline is Halloween annually for projects to take place the following calendar year. For eligibility, info and application go to: http://www.ccculturalcoalition.org

DEADLINE POSTMARKED OCTOBER 31, 2023

Bruce E. Brock, 74, of Coos Bay, passed away September 21, 2023 at Florence. Arrangements are under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, 405 Elrod Ave., Coos Bay, Oregon 541/267-4216

Terri Lee Wirth, 74, of Coos Bay, passed away September 21, 2023 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541267-3131 www.coosbayareafunerals.com

Joanne R. Verger, 93, of Coos Bay died September 22, 2023 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-2673131. www.coosbayareafunerals.com

1-833-395-1433

Dolores K. “Dee” Yarbrough, 89, of Coquille, passed away September 22, 2023 at Coos Bay. Cremation Rites are under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, 405 Elrod Ave., Coos Bay, Oregon 541/267-4216

Mickey J. Kincheloe 79, of Myrtle Point, died September 23, 2023 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the direction of Amling/Schroeder Funeral Service - Myrtle Point Chapel, 541-572-2524

Rebecca R. Levrets 41, of Coquille, passed away September 25, 2023 at Portland. Cremation Rites are under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, 405 Elrod Ave., Coos Bay, Oregon 541/267-4216

David G. Morgan, 89, of North Bend, passed away September 25, 2023 at Portland. Cremation Rites are under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, 405 Elrod Ave., Coos Bay, Oregon 541/267-4216

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Local lecture provides insights into upcoming eclipse

By BREE LAUGHLIN

The World

A solar eclipse is occurring on Saturday, Oct. 14, and Coos County residents are situated along its path.

“You guys are in really wonderful situation to see the annular eclipse,” said Dr. Patricia Reiff, Professor of Physics and Astronomy at Rice University in Houston, Texas to her audience at Southwestern Oregon Community College.

Professor Reiff visited the community college on Sept. 21 to discuss the eclipse for the kickoff of a free Phys-

October 10:

ics and Astronomy Lecture Series.

Locally, the annular eclipse will appear as a "ring of fire" eclipse that blocks 95 percent of the sun, but shows a ring of solar emission around the moon's shadow.

The eclipse will commence its visibility in Oregon shortly after 8 a.m. with annularity beginning at 9:14 a.m. This astronomical event will be visible across Oregon’s skies. But, the best viewing will be in the path of annularity –which includes Coos County.

If skies are clear on the Oregon Coast, viewers with an unobstructed view of the

sunrise between Langlois and Gleneden Beach should be able to view the eclipse.

“It's pretty rare. For those of us who are eclipse chasers, as a bonus, we get to go visit neat places because we have to go around the world to see them,” said Professor Reiff during the SWOCC lecture.

Reiff said witnessing a solar eclipse can be a multisensory experience.

“Eclipses are fun to watch –but there is also some science you can do with them. I want to encourage you to go and see what you notice,” she said.

The professor reported

that the temperature will fall. Shadows get sharp. Birds will start to roost. Winds pick up generally and the clouds become more transparent.

“The clouds are still there, but you don’t see them as much because they aren’t illuminated by the sunlight,” Reiff said.

Professor Reiff gave insights and tips about how to safely view the eclipse. Eye protection is needed to block harmful light from damaging vision.

The most convenient option is to wear eclipse shades, Reiff said. There are also 2X eclipse binoculars on Amazon

which are handy and inexpensive, she said. The eclipse can also be viewed through regular binoculars that are attached with solar filters – but the professor recommends also using a tripod.

Those who missed the lecture by Dr. Patricia Reiff have another chance to learn about the eclipse at the North Bend Library from SWOCC astrophysicist and NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador Dr. Aaron Coyner on Oct. 10. Local eclipse viewing parties are also being held the morning of Oct. 14. See the eclipse-related event calendar for more information.

Upcoming Eclipse-related Events

North Bend Library Lecture

On Tuesday, Oct. 10, at 6 p.m., the North Bend Public Library will host Dr. Aaron Coyner, SWOCC astrophysicist and NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador, to give a talk on the upcoming solar eclipse, which will be visible along the Southern Oregon Coast on October 14.

Attendees at Coyner’s Eclipse Talk can expect to be given a general overview of the science behind eclipses. Attendees of the talk will also receive a free pair of solar glasses for safe viewing of the upcoming solar eclipse.

For more information about this program, contact the library at (541) 756-0400 or email nbservices@northbendlibrary.org.

Oct. 14: SWOCC Eclipse Viewing and Planetarium Family Day

Join Southwestern Community College at the Henry Hansen Union Square (grassy quad area in the center of campus) at 8 am to prepare for the eclipse. Weather permitting, they

will have solar telescopes and eclipse glasses available for use during the eclipse.

The College will also be hosting an eclipse-themed planetarium show in the Hales Center for the Performing Arts following the eclipse. Their current STEAM Student Art Exhibit, Beyond the Golden Record, will be open for viewing in the Eden Hall Art Gallery as well. The art exhibit celebrates 45 years of exploration since the launches of the Voyager missions.

For more information contact Dr. Aaron Coyner, Associate Professor of Physics, at 541-888-7244, aaron. coyner@socc.edu.

October 14: Downtown North Bend – Ring of Fire

Experience the awe-inspiring "Ring of Fire" an annular solar eclipse that will light up the skies of North Bend. This celestial marvel, where the Moon casts a mesmerizing ring around the Sun, is a sight that won't be seen again until 2041. Join fellow eclipse enthusiasts to

make memories that will last a lifetime on Saturday, Oct. 14, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The event will take place in Downtown North Bend at Grant Circle/City Hall and will feature continuous live music, face painting, chainsaw carving, local cuisine and fair-type food, adult beverages, diverse shopping vendors and more.

For all the latest updates, visit https://northbendoregon.us/eclipse.

October 13 and 14: Reedsport

– Eclipse Viewing Family Fun Festival

The City of Reedsport is holding a funfilled weekend with the “Eclipse Viewing Family Fun Festival” on Oct. 13 and 14. Reedsport will be one of the first areas in the U.S. where to experience the spectacular 2023 Annular Solar Eclipse.

Start the weekend early with a vendor market on Friday, Oct. 13, with artisans and makers lining the Highway 38 sidewalks in Old Town Reedsport from 5 to 8 p.m. Two-Shy Brewery will have live music on Friday and Saturday.

On Saturday, Oct. 14, the fun moves to Rainbow Plaza at 250 Water Ave-

nue with the festival starting at 7 a.m. until noon. Free Admission. The first 50 people will start the morning with a free Sugar Shack donut.

Eclipse glasses are available at the Umpqua Discovery Center and will be available the day of the event.

October 14:

Shore Acres State Park Viewing Party

Shore Acres State Park is hosting an Annular Eclipse viewing on Oct. 14 at 8 a.m.

Rangers and astronomy educators from around the state will have telescopes set up to look at the sun and sunspots. These telescopes use specialized filters so viewers can look at the sun safely – remember, never look directly at the sun.

This event will be held near the Observation Building at Shore Acres State Park. While the event is free, the Shore Acres parking lot requires a fee ($5 per day.) Carpooling is recommended. Parking on the road or on the grass is not permitted.

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Gallery by the Bay October

Unity by the Bay Gallery by the Bay (at Unity by the Bay) will be featuring four local artists in their September/ October exhibit. Meredith Dedman will be doing the very first public presentation of her art. Meredith is proficient in charcoal, acrylic painting and watercolor, and her offerings promise to surprise and delight us. Carol Howald, local award-winning artist will grace the gallery with her oils on canvas. Toni Inman’s delicate detail with colored pencil makes her images come alive under her creative touch. Jeri Baumgardner will bring the spirit of aloha to this coast with her renderings of life in Hawaii on hand painted silk. Reception for the artists is open to the public, and will be held on Saturday, Sept 9 from 5-7 pm at Gallery by the Bay, 2100 Union Ave in North Bend. Each artist will be donating an original piece of art for the raffle at 6 pm. The music of Cate and Donny Roze (The Love Messengers) will be provided along with refreshments. Gallery by the Bay is currently open by appointment. Please contact Jeri at 808-640-0595 for more information.

National Poetry Day

11-1 pm, October 5th

So It Goes Coffeehouse

On Thursday, October 5th from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM the library will be teaming up with So It Goes Cof-

feehouse to host a poetry event at their coffee shop, located at 190 Central Ave, Coos Bay. Come listen to some poetry, read your own poetry, or pick a book from a sampling from our poetry collection to read from. We will also have free poetry books to pick from as well as beverages available. Come celebrate National Poetry Day with some coffee. You can visit the Coos Bay Public Library at 525 Anderson Ave in Coos Bay. Find out about other great library programs by visiting https:// www.coosbaylibrary.org / events/month/2023/10. If you would like to contact us, please call (541) 2691101 between the hours of 10 AM to 6 PM Monday through Friday and 12 PM to 6 PM on Saturdays or email us at bayref@coosbaylibrary.org.

Spanglish: Spanish

Conversational Program

5-6 pm, October 5th Coos Bay Public Library will be offering ¡SPANGLISH!: Spanish Conversational Program via Zoom (virtual meeting software) and in-person. We meet twice a month: every first Thursday on Zoom and every third Saturday at the library. October sessions will be on Thursday, October 5 from 5:00pm-6:00pm (Zoom) and Saturday, October 21 from 10:30am-11:30am (Library). Program is for those who wish to practice their Spanish conversational skills and help other learners in a friendly setting. Attendees will have the opportunity to converse in Spanish 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 talk! This program is FREE and open to anyone who wishes to sharpen their Spanish conversational skills. Register for Thursday Zoom sessions @ https:// bit.ly/3bihvqB

US Coast Guard Auxiliary Boating Class

October 7th, Coos Bay

The US Coast Guard Auxiliary will conduct an 8 hour boating safety education course on Saturday, October 7, 2023 in Coos Bay. The course covers the basics of boating safety, required equipment, rules of the road, and Oregon boating laws. A test at the end of the course will qualify boaters for their Oregon Boater Education Card, under the Oregon Mandatory Boater Education Program. The Boater Education Card is required for all motorboat operators of all ages for boats over ten horsepower. Additional provisions apply to youths. The class is taught by certified US Coast Guard Auxiliary and Oregon State Marine Board instructors. The cost of the course and materials is $15. Pre-registration is required. To register for the class, please call (541) 267-6152.

Opioid Discussion Panel

11 am, October 10th

North Bend

Public Library

On Tuesday, October 10 at 11:00 AM, the North Bend Public Library will host a panel discussion on opioid addiction. During the panel, our speakers Dr. William Croson, Dr. Luana Hearn, and Program Director of Adapt OTP Samuel Denney will focus on methods to reduce the probability of developing an opioid dependence and will share strategies to aid in the recovery from addiction. They will also hold a Q&A following their discussion.Oregon has

the second highest opioid prescription misuse in the nation. With such staggering statistics, no person is immune to being affected by opioid misuse. Even more concerning is that most often a person’s first encounter with this narcotic is through a legitimate prescription. Understanding and identifying how easy it is to develop an addiction or be living with an addict, is the first step to recovery. Opioid addiction is not “someone else’s problem,” and we cannot turn a blind eye to this epidemic.Dr.

William Croson specializes in pain management and providing non-opioid options for treating pain. He completed his MD at the University of Illinois in Chicago. He is Board Certified through the American Board of Family Medicine and is a member of the American Medical Association and the Oregon Medical Association. Dr. Luana Hearn practices Internal Medicine and specializes in addiction. She completed her MD at Federal University in Brazil. She completed her Internal Medicine Residency Program at St. Vincent Charity Medical Center, where she also completed an Addiction Medicine Fellowship Program.Samuel Denney, RN, MSN, works for Adapt Oregon’s Opioid Treatment Program. Adapt combines prescribed medications with counseling and behavioral therapies to help people achieve long-term recovery from opioid dependence. Adapt’s Opioid Treatment Program is licensed and accredited by the Oregon Health Authority, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency, and the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).For more information about this event, contact the library at (541) 756-0400 or email nbservices@northbendlibrary.org.

Fueling for Fitness Workshop

3:30 pm, October 10th

North Bend Public Library

On Tuesday, October 10 at 3:30 PM, the North Bend Public Library will host a nutritional workshop led by Cheryl O'Dell of Natural Grocers. In celebration of October being Sports Nutrition Month, Cheryl will discuss how to use food to fuel your body for peak fitness performance.

Cheryl O’Dell holds a Master of Science Degree in nutrition from Bastyr University, School of Natural Medicine. Her passion is engaging with the local community to achieve their health goals by helping them establish healthy habits that align with their individual lifestyles. When not at Natural Grocers, Cheryl enjoys spending time in the natural areas of Coos Bay and participating in the region's local festivities.For more information about this event, contact the library at (541) 7560400 or email nbservices@ northbendlibrary.org.

Parkinson’s Support Group

1-2:30 pm, October 12th, November 9th & December 14th

Coos Bay Public Library

Are you, a loved one or friend living with Parkinson’s disease? You are not alone.Join us for a support group to share, learn and connect with others navigating Parkinson’s. This group is open to people with Parkinson’s, care partners, family and friends.

The support group begins on March 9th and will meet on the second Thursday

of the month, 1:00 - 2:30 pm at the Coos Bay Public Library, Myrtlewood Room, 525 West Anderson Avenue, Coos Bay. Local contact information: Aaron - 541.808.1336. This group is sponsored by Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon (PRO) working to address issues faced by Parkinson’s patients and their families. To find out more about PRO’s services or to support our programs, go to: www. parkinsonsresouces.org

Community Yoga 6 pm, October 12th Coos Bay Public Library, in partnership with yoga instructor, Kelli Bosak, will co-host Community Yoga. Kelli has been practicing yoga and mindfulness for over 16 years. She has taught yoga in community health centers, schools, and jails for adults and families with all levels of experience and abilities over the last 8 years. We meet every 2nd Thursday of the month at 6:00pm. Next class: Thursday, October 12. This virtual Community Yoga class will be a foundational group practice that includes guided instruction (and live demonstration via zoom) of basic postures, simple movements guided by breath, and accessible exercises to build strength and flexibility. Ease of movement, standing postures, supported postures, and some passive stretches will be integrated into class. Time will be given to practice breathwork, visualization and meditation. Emphasis is placed on de-stressing the body and mind to help the student find a deep calm and inner sense of wellbeing. This FREE class is appropriate for all levels. Register for this event @ https://bit. ly/3CbG1VR *Registrants will need to complete a new student & liability form.

5th Annual Stuffed Animal Sleepover

5 pm, October 13th North Bend Public Library

The North Bend Library will hold our 5th annual “Stuffed Animal Sleepover” on Friday, October 13 at 5:00 PM! Our sleepover begins with a storytime for children and their families. Children are invited to bring their stuffed toy to the storytime and leave it at the library for their toy's very own "Stuffed Animal Sleepover." Families can follow the fun on Facebook, to see what silly things their stuffed animal does during their sleepover. Stuffed animals and a photo of their sleepover adventure will be available to be picked up from the library the following Monday.For more information about this event, contact the library at (541) 756-0400 or email nbservices@northbendlibrary.org.

Empire Schools Reunion

10-1 pm, October 14th Teamsters Union Hall

Those who attended any Empire school, any year, are invited to meet for a POTLUCK luncheon, get together and visit. The date is Saturday, October 14, 2023 from 10 AM to 1 PM at the Teamsters Union Hall, 3427 Newmark Ave., North Bend Oregon. Volunteers are invited to come the evening before at 6 PM to help with set up or to stay Saturday for cleanup.

Pumpkin Giveaway & Decorating Contest

October 23rd North Bend Public Library

Martha Jean (Trolard) Schneider

December 15, 1958 – September 21, 2023

Martha Jean (Trolard) Schneider, loving and caring mother, grandmother, sister, daughter and friend, passed away unexpectedly, at home September 21, 2023.

A public celebration of life will be held at 9:00 am, Saturday, October 7, 2023 at the First Presbyterian Church, 2238 Pony Creek Road in North Bend. A private graveside will be held at Sunset Memorial Park in Coos Bay. Martha was born in North Bend, Oregon to Nell and Paul Trolard on December 15, 1958. She was one of seven children. She spent her childhood growing up in Glasgow and then when she was in sixth grade, her family moved into town. Martha graduated from North Bend High School in 1977. After high school, she attended Southwestern Oregon Community College (SWOCC) and she worked in the family-owned Bungalow Grocery Store. In 1979 she attended OSU and majored in Computer Science. She returned to her hometown in 1980 where she began a twenty-year career in retail including working at Macy’s and the men’s department at The Emporium.

Martha met the love

of her life, Frank Clifford Schneider, and in 1983, they were married. They had two children, Frank Christopher Schneider and Melissa Leann Schneider. Martha was a loving and devoted mother to her two children. Though the marriage ended, Frank and Martha went on to be best friends, talking multiple times a day, taking day trips and spending holidays together with their children and grandchildren.

Martha went back to school at SWOCC for re-training when the Emporium closed, and she became certified as a Medical Insurance Billing and Coding Specialist. She worked for Advanced Health for 17 years and was employed with them when she passed.

In 2017, after working tireless hours, Martha bought her first home by herself and took great joy in remodeling it. She was not a person to be underestimated.

Martha was always up for an adventure, even hopping on a bike at the beach to go for a ride, though she hadn’t ridden in over 20 years. She was an avid jigsaw-puzzler and she liked crossword puzzles as well. She enjoyed putting together large puzzles

and the camaraderie of completing the puzzles with others. Her newest craft addiction was diamond art; she created many beautiful pieces. She had a passion for growing flowers, especially roses, trees and vegetables. She would often bring the fortunes of her garden up for her son and daughter-in-law to enjoy when she would visit as well as offer to everyone that visited her.

She was a wonderful crocheter and crocheted blankets for all her grandchildren. Martha was famous for her baking, especially her cookies. She would bake cookies and homemade bread for every person in the family, every Christmas. She knew every family member’s favorite cookie. She was never afraid to tell you what she was thinking, yet it was never unkind. Martha never hesitated to offer help and was quick to hop in her car, gifts for those she was visiting in hand, and drive as long as it took. She lived for her family, especially her grandchildren, always making sure that they had something special every time she saw them, even if that meant bringing warm clothes to their campsite in case they got cold camping at the windy beach.

Verna Charlene (Patee) Phillips

April 3, 1943 – September 25, 2023

A memorial service for Verna Charlene (Patee) Phillips, 80, of Coos Bay, will be held at 2 pm, Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at Coos Bay Chapel, 685 Anderson Avenue in Coos Bay, with pastor Trevor Hefner, of Family Life Center Church of God, officiating.

Verna, aka Charlene, was born April 3, 1943 in Tarkio, Missouri, the youngest of 7 children to Detlef H. Patee and Zelma Marie Patee. The family moved to Coos Bay, Oregon when she was an infant. She passed away September 25, 2023 in Coos Bay, due to heart failure and lung disease.

Verna spent most of her life raising children and being a housewife until her early 50s, when she worked for many years at Coos County Area Transit, before retiring. She was an avid collector of various items throughout her life most notably Pepsi, angels, and M&Ms. She enjoyed crocheting blankets for family and friends until her hands could no longer support the hobby. She married Edward Zane Phillips and together they have a combined 11 children, 25 grandchildren, and 18 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by four children.

Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www. coosbayareafunerals. com

She was a patient, kind, and devoted companion and friend to her late mother, Nell. She shopped, took her to appointments, stayed the night and visited on every lunch break from work to make sure that she had everything that she needed.

To her brothers and sisters, she was fun, funny, good natured, the family historian, the memory-keeper, the animal-whisperer, the book-lover, the techygadget girl, the kindsoul and the steadfast source of love. Her generosity, good nature, kind heart, and loving soul is greatly missed.

We are grateful for the time that we had with Martha and all the ways that she loved us.

We are broken hearted that she is gone so soon. Our hope is in Jesus Christ that we will be together again.

Martha is survived by her ex-husband and best friend, Frank Schneider; her children, Frank Christopher Schneider (Jasmine) of Colton, OR, and Melissa Leann Schneider (Ryan) of North Bend, OR; grandchildren, Frank Colton Schneider, Jax Dakari Schneider and Farren Jo Schneider. She is also survived by her siblings, Erin Barr (Tom) of Kennewick, WA, Kathryn Trolard Wilson of North Bend, OR, Margaret Trolard Clouse (Royce, deceased) of Albany, OR, Roberta Lilly of McMinnville, OR, Paul Trolard (Kay) of North

Ronald Lewis Allen

September

Ronald Lewis Allen, age 63, of Myrtle Point, passed away in a logging accident doing what he loved, operating machinery, on September 26, 2023 in Coos Bay, Oregon. He was born to Ernest and Lynne Allen on September 28, 1959 at Mast Hospital in Myrtle Point, Oregon. He grew up in Norway, Oregon on his family’s dairy farm. His childhood years were spent working hard hauling hay and changing irrigation. He attended school in Myrtle Point and graduated in 1979. His love for operating machinery started from an early age from growing up on the family dairy farm. After high school Ron started his 40 year logging career in the woods. He started out as a choker setter and worked his way up to being an equipment operator. His favorite job was running bulldozers and building roads. He used to say, “If you are in a career that you love to do, it will never feel like you are ever working”. Ron had such a giving personality, he never met a stranger and would give them the shirt off his back and more if they needed it. Ron was a family man through and through. His kids and grandkids were his pride and joy. Watching his grandkids grow up, play sports, show their animals at

Bend, OR, and Scott Trolard of McMinnville, OR. Additionally, she has eight nieces and nephews; and seven great nieces and nephews. She was also well loved by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul Trolard Jr. and Nellie Irene Trolard; her brother, Robert Paul Trolard; and her brotherin-law, Royce Dean Clouse.

Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www. coosbayareafunerals. com

the local county fair and getting to watch his grandson race at the local speedway, gave him so much joy in his life.

Ron is survived by his wife, Sarah; his children, Beau Allen and wife, Shawna and their children, Ashlynne, Dean and Kennedy. Courtney Allen and her children, Max, Abel, Ava and Amos. Katie Jones and husband Daniel and their children Charleigh, Cohen and Natalie. Cameron Welch and wife, Jennifer and their children, Makenzie and Brielle and lastly Haley Partney and husband, Brandon and their children, Isla and Riggs. He also is survived by his parents, Ernest and Lynne Allen; and four siblings, Ranelle Allen Morris and husband, Wayne, Blaine Allen and wife, Melissa, twin brother, Donald Allen and wife, Judy; and sister, Deena Gisholt and husband, Joe; numerous nieces and

nephews; as well as several other extended family members. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Donald and Florence Schmidt, and Edward and Carol Kennedy.

A celebration of Life for Ron will be held on Saturday, October 7, 2023 at 1:00 pm at the Oaks Pavilion, Coos County Fair Grounds, Myrtle Point.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests making a donation in Ron’s name to the Southfork Livestock Educational Foundation in Care Of: First Community Credit Union. Online remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at www. westrumfuneralservice. com

Arrangements are under the direction of Amling/Schroeder Funeral Service –Coquille Chapel, 541396-3846

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Legal Notices 999 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS, PROBATE DEPARTMENT In the Matter of the Estate of: ALLEN RAY GILLMORE, Decedent. Case No.: 23PB07834

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North Bend hosts Solar and Electrical Fest

vehicle test drives. Representatives from the solar and electrical

service industry were also on hand to answer questions related to EV ownership.

JR Anderson, Forth Program Manager, was on site at the North Bend Events tent.

Forth's mission is to electrify transportation by bringing people together to create

solutions that reduce pollution and barriers to access.

During the Solar and EV Fest, Anderson highlighted some of the differences between driving electric-powered and gas-powered vehicles.

“There’s a lot of differences – but I think the most obvious would be the instant torque. They're very quick.

was a fire,” she said. “Where would you go? Do you have family or friends out of the area that you could go to? If you have animals, are you ready?”

They're also very silent. You have no rumble, no vibration – and you have immediate acceleration,” Anderson said.

The EV representative said a lot of people don’t realize that the cost of ownership after the initial purchase of an electric vehicle is very low.

“Once you have it, you're not spending money on gas. There

Other potential emergencies the emergency management team talks about are tsunami and earthquakes, flooding, cyber security and active shooters.

“What science has told us is that if people at least have some

are no oil changes, there's no transmission fluid fills or flushes,” he said.

The free, family-friendly event was sponsored by the Oregon Clean Fuels Program, Pacific Power, Oregon Coast Visitors Association, the City of North Bend, and the Itty Bitty Inn.

knowledge, they are better equipped to respond in a disaster,” Mueller said. “Even if it’s just having a plan in place of what to grab and where to go then you are more likely to be safe.”

Photo by Bree Laughlin

Forth Program Manager JR Anderson was one of the solar and electrical service industry representatives at the event offering electric vehicle test drives and answering questions related to electric vehicles.

Emergency Event continued from page 1

During an emergency preparedness fair at Pony Village Mall, many different agencies gathered to share the message of, ‘Plan today, ready tomorrow.”

Letter to the Editor J. Mark Powell

Thank you so much

The 2023 Coos Basin Salmon Derby would like to congratulate all our derby winners. We would like to also thank all our supporters and hope all your readers with thank them. All the donations received go to 3 of the (STEP) Salmon Trout Steelhead programs in Coos County, Most of the funds go to the operational cost of volunteer owned and operated Tom Rumreich Morgan Creek Hatchery and Education Center where we raise and release Chinook Salmon into the Coos river to go to the ocean and return to be caught by comercial and sports fishermen. Funds also go to Eel Tenmile STEP at Tugman State Park in Lakeside and Millicoma Hatchery Education Center to help with maintenance and utilities.

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Writers on the Range

Let’s blow the whistle on public-land abusers

By roB PudiM

Dozens of TVs, refrigerators, stoves, washers, dryers and abandoned cars had either been gunshot, torched or both.

This place of destruction was what some locals called “Carnage Canyon,” roughly 30 acres off Lefthand Canyon in Boulder County, Colorado.

It was a shocking sight, but was it unique? Think about your own nearby public lands.

This canyon’s history began with mountain biking. Sometime in early 2000, a mountain biker discovered the canyon and developed a trail through it. Then, more bikers came in droves and “motocrossers” also loved it, particularly because nobody was around making rules or telling them what to do.

Nobody complained to the Forest Service, the managing federal agency.

After them came people in Jeeps who liked to plow through mud, crawl over big rocks and climb up the sides of the canyon. They also widened the trail into a one-lane, eroded dirt road.

Still other folks figured the canyon was a great place to dispose of junk

Meet the Mercer Girls, the Original Mail-Order Brides

By J. Mark Powell InsideSources.com

If you are of a certain age — say, old enough to be president of the United States in 2023 — you might remember the TV sitcom “Here Come the Brides.” (If you aren’t a certain age, you didn’t miss much.)

Apart from making Bobby Sherman a teenage heartthrob, it was a tale of lumbermen and young maidens in Washington Territory immediately after the Civil War.

Sidesplitting comedy it was not. But this tale of frontier men thrown together with imported females was loosely (very loosely) based on true events.

In the mid-19th century, the Pacific Northwest was about as close to the middle of nowhere as it came. The region was filled with trees and fish, which meant an abundance of loggers and fishermen. Women, on the other hand, were in short supply. It’s estimated the ratio was 10 males to every female; if a woman was 15 or up, she was probably wearing an engagement ring. That imbalance troubled Asa Mercer. Born and raised in Illinois (he claimed Abraham Lincoln had urged him as a boy to travel), his family was among the first to put down roots in a new little town called Seattle. He went East for college, then returned to his new home on the West Coast. Two years after turning the tassel, Mercer helped his brothers construct the Territorial University of Washington, the forerunner of today’s University of Washington, in 1861. Being the only college-educated man around, he became the school’s sole faculty member and president. (With no salary.)

By 1864, he was pushing 25, single, and with no matrimonial prospects in sight. Then he got an idea. Realizing the problem boiled down to simple supply and demand, he would go where the supply was in the East and bring women to where the demand existed in the West.

of recommendation, plus invitations from respectable married couples to host the young women, thus reassuring nervous Victorian morals.

When Mercer was ready to go back West, 11 women went with him, far below the 50 as he had hoped. (The fathers of three young women accompanied them to make sure everything was on the up and up.) They sailed down the Atlantic Coast, slogged across the Isthmus of Panama, and then headed for San Francisco, where local boosters unsuccessfully tried to entice the women to stay.

There was a grand welcome ceremony at the Territorial University on May 16. The women were the belles of Seattle. Nine of the Mercer Girls quickly married. (One died unexpectedly shortly after their arrival, and Lizzie Ordway, the oldest at 35, didn’t receive a proposal.) Still, with an 81.8 percent success rate, the venture was deemed worth repeating.

Mercer had big hopes for his next trip. He charged men $300 (about $11,000 today) to find and fetch a suitable mate and was flooded with hundreds of applications. But things quickly fell apart.

His timing was rotten; he arrived in Boston just as Lincoln was assassinated. The York Herald published a major expose claiming the women would be dumped in waterfront dives or wed to old men. That bad press seriously hurt recruitment. When Mercer set sail on January 16, 1866, fewer than 100 women traveled with him — far below the 500 he had promised to deliver.

The ship’s captain refused to sail beyond San Francisco. Some women called it quits and stayed there. The rest were shipped to Seattle on lumber schooners. When Mercer finally made it home, the men who had paid him the year before were angrily awaiting him. There was a big town hall meeting on May 23 where Mercer seemed to smooth everything out, and tempers cooled — chiefly because he had dozens of women with him.

cars and appliances until the place began to resemble an open landfill. Target practice came next. Still, no one complained.

What else happened to this much-abused canyon? A murder and manhunt followed by a homeless people whose encampments were not healthy for what was left of the woods. Yet none of this was the cause for restoring the canyon to its original state.

Hey, there were no complaints!

But here’s how erosion changed things. It brought water carrying large amounts of silt down past the canyon's mouth and into Lefthand Creek. After the silt killed all the aquatic insects, the trout left. It was people who liked fishing for trout who demanded that the steam be fixed, and that meant the canyon had to be restored.

The Forest Service invited two nonprofit groups — Wild Lands Restoration Volunteers and Trail Ridge Road Runners — and Walsh Environmental Services to restore the canyon.

Over seven years, bullet-ridden debris was hauled away and the squatters discouraged. But it took hundreds of volunteers to dam the erosion channels — one

Rob Pudim

20 feet deep — and replant grass, shrubs and trees in the trashed roads and open areas.

Some areas had eroded so steeply that a person could stand upright, reach out and touch the ground. Hay bales used to mulch grass seeds would tumble down the slope like bison stampeding over a cliff.

But one problem remained and it was a big one: target shooting. A number of “near misses” made many shooters uneasy. There were also five documented shootings involving Forest Service employees and 10 complaints from area residents about flying bullets too close for comfort.

When the Forest Service erected signs closing the area to recreational shooting, their signs became targets riddled with bullet holes. But after the canyon was damaged by flooding in

The Civil War had been raging for three years. As casualty lists grew higher, the pool of eligible bachelors dwindled. Those who did escape unscathed were fighting far from home, meaning mighty slim pickings for a woman looking to tie the knot. Mercer’s plan was simple: He would travel to the northeastern United States and offer to escort any marriageable lady willing to relocate to Seattle, where prospective husbands would be in plentiful supply, Washington’s territorial governor gave the scheme his blessings and enthusiastic support, but no money. Undaunted, Mercer set off. In the days before the transcontinental railroad and the Panama Canal, it was no easy trip. He went first to Boston, then to the industrial town of Lowell, Mass. He was armed with a sheaf of letters

2013, motorized access became blocked and target shooting was phased out.

These days, the canyon no longer looks lunar, fish are finally back and silt traps at the bottom of the canyon are almost empty. Mountain bikers are welcome on designated trails.

Locals liked to blame tourists, newcomers and outsiders for the illegal dumping, vandalism and unregulated shooting in the mountains. But Carnage Canyon’s problem areas were not tourist destinations, and most of the broken appliances and shot-out signs were problems well before the surge of newcomers.

The truth is that when

That ended Mercer’s dabbling in the mail-order bride business. But the project wasn’t a complete failure. The majority of women did marry. Many of Seattle’s leading families can trace their lineage to those brave women who took a big chance so long ago.

And on July 15, 1866, Asa Mercer married Annie Stephens, who had come with him from Baltimore. They had eight children and stayed together for the next 34 years.

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.

damage occurs over the decades, it is usually done by people who live in the area. We have to put the blame where it belongs, and that’s on us. We are the yahoos who do this, not Californians or Texans.

It’s also true that no government agency will act unless we complain. So when there’s an opportunity to participate in planning for what the agency calls “travel management,” we need to get involved.

I was one of the volunteers who worked several summers to help restore the battered landscape once called Carnage Canyon. The work was rewarding, as all improvements were

better than what was there, but volunteers shouldn’t have to be called in to clean everything up.

Federal agencies need to be better protectors of the public lands they manage for us. And when we see rampant abuse, we need to blow the whistle to protect the lands we all own.

Rob Pudim is a contributor to Writers on the Range, writersontherange.org, an independent nonprofit dedicated to spurring lively conversation about the West. He is a cartoonist and public-land advocate in the Denver area.

As I See It: Remembering

BY MARY SCHAMEHORN

Most of you probably don't remember Natureland, located on Beach Loop Road several miles south of the old Facerock (Westmost) Golf Course. But if you slow down as you pass the old resort, which was on the west side of the road, you can still see the main house.

The main house (first photo) was surrounded by small cabins (second photo) and a windmill (third photo).

Western World carried an article from the Roseburg News-Review in September of 1943, written by the paper's editor about his visit to Natureland, which had survived the Fire of 1936.

"During an altogether too brief vacation spent at Bandon with Mr. and Mrs. John Dornath at their beautiful Natureland Cottages, we had an opportunity to view the Swiss chalet which is the outstanding structure of the cabins composing that popular beach resort."

He talked about the artistry and workmanship that went into the building.

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'It is different in the old country,' John told us. 'Back in Switzerland they build homes not merely houses. They know that their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren will probably live in those homes, so they build for a century, not for just a few years.'

"John is proud of his work and he takes delight in showing the building to his friends."

He mentioned that today there are so many men who work for only the paycheck but take no pride in their work.

"John Dornath's Swiss chalet is not practical as a financial investment.

With the loving labor that has gone into its construction he could have built several ordinary cabins to accommodate the tourist and vacationist using his resort. The infinite variety of pattern, the tooling of each board, the careful matching of designs, the selected woods, the harmonizing of colors all combine to show not only super ability as an artisan, but a deep reverence for creation and love of craftsmanship transcending the anticipated financial return.

"Hour upon hour was spent on each of the hundreds of small construction details of the cottage. To many people it would seem foolish to spend so much time and effort on something that

had no direct utilitarian value. The materialist attitude motivates us as a people. It is refreshing therefore to find one who has labored so earnestly simply for the love of achievement ...."

For a little history, I went back to an article in the May 30, 1934, Western World.

"One of the show places along Bandon beach from the standpoint of the unusual in artistic building designs and grounds is nearing completion on the Bradley lake road a short distance south of the Westmost golf course. It is a modern beach home of English type, being constructed of shakes and other building materials manufactured by J. Dornath & Sons at Coquille. Mr. Dornath is building the home as a demonstration unit and may make it his own residence or sell it later."

Among the Dornath siblings were John, Ted, Enno, Louise, Violet, Jasper, Stanley and Irene.

"The house has several gables and is very attractive in design. The interior has a large living room with a balcony. The walls are of printed wall boards of various designs and colors, all made in the Dornath factory with machinery that they constructed especially for the purpose."

Long after the Dornaths sold the resort, what was left was owned

by retired teacher Margaret Gorman. I believe the main house is a private residence today.

As I was going through Facebook recently I saw a mention of an unsolved murder that occurred here over 50 years ago ... in August of 1972. Years later, an article appeared Sept. 17, 2018, in the Western World talking about the fact that the murder had never been solved and that the FBI had been called in to investigate.

Several Facebook posters said that while they lived here at the time, they did not remember the case. So I decided to research it and discovered what I am sure was a story that I wrote (although the publisher Warren Strycker would not allow bylines in those days) in the Aug. 31, 1972, Western World.

The 2018 article said the body was found in the woods behind Ray's Food Place by a man who was peeling chittum bark and had come upon the body. But, according to the original article, the body was found along Highway 101 north of The Snack Shack (now a Mexican restaurant) on the other side of the highway from the shopping center.

"The skull revealed that the victim had been shot in the head by a small bore weap-

on although a search of the area failed to turn up a gun. Investigating officers from the Bandon Police Department and the Coos County Sheriff's Department found two 22-caliber bullets which had not been spent, in addition to three coins and an auto key at the spot where the victim's pocket would have been.

"It is estimated that the man had been dead for at least two years, and although early reports believed him to be a young man, further study of the skull indicated that he was probably between 50 and 70 years old. Speculation continues as to whether the man was a victim of homicide or suicide, although a Portland newspaper quoted Coos County District Attorney Bob Brasch as calling it a clear case of murder."

"Hopes of learning the man's identity hinge on a full set of dentures which contained an ID number," but Chief D. S. MacDonald said if the teeth weren't obtained in Oregon, "they might never know who he is."

To my knowledge law enforcement never determined the identity of the man, nor conclusive evidence of how he died.

The next brush pickup for people living inside the city limits will start the week of Monday, Oct. 2.

Among the brush that Bandon Disposal will pick up is gorse, so now is a good time to start eradicating that thorny bush from your property.

People who want to know more about the removal of gorse can go down to city hall and look at the gorse-infor-

mation wall across from the planning office, put together by the Gorse Action Group.

The five steps to gorse removal, as outlined by gorse expert Liza Ehle, are:

1. Remove the top growth at least down to the base at ground level and dispose of it responsibly.

2. As it returns (usually three months), or new seeds sprout (check wherever someone has piled the cut gorse), either cut it repeatedly to exhaust the root system, and/or use a triclopyr herbicide like Vastian which is available at Currydale Farms and through the county cost share or with licensed applicators from GAG's contractor list.

3. Repeat step two in approximately threemonth intervals and don't let the plant return to growing over 6-12" or blooming and setting seed again.

4. Continue monitoring and removal or spraying of the original site, piled sites, and look for new sites.

5. Continue to monitor, and pluck/pull or spray new seedlings that may come in from an old seed bank, dirty mowing equipment, ground disturbance or on boots, tires, or soil that has been exposed or delivered.

A special fireworks display honoring Anthony Zunino is set for Saturday night, Sept. 30, at 7:30, and in the case of rain, it will be held the next day, Oct. 1, at the same time (rain or shine). The display will be shot off from the usual Fourth of July fireworks site

across the river near the lighthouse.

The fireworks are being donated by Western Display Fireworks to say thank you to Anthony and to show appreciation for all that he has done for Bandon throughout the years.

Being in charge of shooting off the fireworks for nearly 27 years is just one of the many ways that Anthony has volunteered for the community, including serving on the Bandon Rural Fire board and the school board.

The community is standing strong with Anthony as he battles cancer.

The Bandon/Pacific football squad beat Glide Friday night to maintain their unbeaten 4-0 record. Friday night, Sept. 29, they will host the Gold Beach Panthers at 7 o'clock in what is expected to be a hardfought game.

"The Return of the Night at the Museum" will take place at Bandon's History Museum Wednesday, Oct. 18, from 6 to 8 p.m., the third edition of this social gathering after a three-year pause.

Tickets are $10 for a chance to visit the museum "after hours." Hors d'oeuvres by Sharon Haga, a taste of On the Waterfront wine and Bandon Brewing beer provided by Lori Osborne, and an opportunity to take a special "History Detective's Challenge" will be part of the evening.

Contact Gayle at the museum to purchase advance tickets. Limited tickets will be available at the door. Call 541347-2164 for more information.

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Sept. 26 will feature Cybersecurity basics; Oct. 3, email basics; Oct. 10, computer basics for Windows 10, and Oct. 17, mobile device basics: Android.

The instructor is Aaron Barnes from Bandon IT, and the classes are made possible by the Public Library Association and AT&T.

Don't forget the Bandon Fire program at the museum (101 and Fillmore) Tuesday eve- for as low as $5.36 per ad!

Photos contributed by the Mary Schamehorn collection

Many years ago, Natureland drew tourists to Bandon. Among the things that could be seen with the main house, first photo, small cottages, second photo, and a windmill, third photo

As I See It continued from page 13 ning, Sept. 26, at 7 p.m. presented by Jim Proehl and me. The program is free and will include a number of first-person stories written by people who survived the fire, which occurred Saturday, Sept. 26, 1936, wiping out most of the buildings in town and killing 11 people.

The "Ring of Fire" eclipse happens on Oct. 14, with Bandon Watch Party eclipse watchers to gather at Bullards Beach in Bandon that morning for what is being described as a "festival of light" watch party. The event will begin at 7:30 a.m. and will take place on the beach just north of the Coquille River lighthouse.

Fans of college sports probably spent Saturday watching Oregon dismantle Colorado 42-6 and Oregon State lose a close one to Washington State, 38-35. There had been a lot of national publicity over Deion Sanders' Colorado Buffalos who came into the game 3-0 after winning only one game last season under a different coach. But as the Ducks demonstrated, it was mostly hype.

Art by the Sea holds reception and Art Show OCTOBER 7TH

On Monday, October 23 until supplies last, patrons can pick up a free mini pumpkin from the North Bend Public Library. Patrons are invited to decorate and submit a picture of their pumpkin to nbservices@northbendlibrary.org by October 31 to be entered into our Pumpkin Decorating Contest on Facebook (find us on Facebook @NorthBendPublicLibraryOregon). The pumpkin with the most Facebook likes by Monday, November 6 will win a gift card to a local restaurant. For more information about this event, contact the library at (541) 7560400 or email nbservices@ northbendlibrary.org.

Modern Life Skills for

Older Adults:

Volunteering

2 pm, October 23rd

North Bend

Public Library

On October 23 at 2:00 PM, the North Bend Public Library and the Older Adult Behavioral Health Initiative will continue their collaborative effort “Modern Life Skills for Older Adults.” This month’s topic will be about volunteering. Attendees will hear from South Coast Hospice, SCBEC, and other community partners to talk about volunteer opportunities available in the community. A resource table with related services and program materials from local organizations will be available during the program. Attendees can participate in-person or virtually at https://tinyurl. com/8mfd54h3. For more information about this event, contact the library at (541) 756-0400 or email nbservices@northbendlibrary.org.

Oregon’s Dino-Story Exhibit

Featured Artist, Barbara Lebiedzik

Art by the Sea Gallery and Studio is hosting a Reception on Saturday, October 7th, 2-4:00 pm for the opening of ‘Color-Wonderful & Wild,’ a Community Show with original artworks by participating artists. The show’s judge, local artist Donna Wright, will be announcing the prizes and awards at the reception.

Our Featured Artist for October is gallery member Barbara Lebiedzik, weaver and fiber artist. Barbara weaves beautiful scarves, clothes and creates phenomenal artwork. Her show, ‘Weaving Embel-

lishments,’ will feature several pieces of her woven artwork that is often interlaced with her handmade eco-prints, shells and other natural materials creating artwork that is progressive and innovative. Visitors can meet and greet Barbara, several gallery members, the show’s judge and participants in the Community Show. Guests may also enjoy beverages and home baked goodies. The show runs from October

3rd to November 5th.

Original paintings, art gourds, pottery, jewelry, photography, woodwork and beautiful works of art are always on display throughout the gallery that are created by gallery members.

Art by the Sea Gallery and Studio is open from 10am-4:00pm daily and is located at 145 Fillmore Ave SE, Bandon, (next to the Station Restaurant on Highway 101). https://www.artbytheseagallery.com/

10:30 am, October 24th –

November 28th

North Bend

Public Library

The North Bend Public Library is excited to partner with the Museum of Natural and Cultural History and the University of Oregon to bring “Oregon’s Dino-Story Exhibit” to North Bend. “Oregon’s Dino-Story Exhibit” is a full exhibit uncovering the mysteries of Oregon in the age of the dinosaurs and will be available in the Children's Room of the North Bend Public Library from Tuesday, October 24 to Tuesday, November 28. Children of all ages can explore fossil evidence, dig deep into time, and discover what makes a dinosaur a dinosaur. NBPL will also have a special Dino Storytime on Tuesday,

October 24 at 10:30 AM

and a Drop-In Dino Party, celebrating the exhibit's opening on Wednesday, October 25 from 4:00-5:00 PM. New weekly takehome kits and activities will be available while the exhibit is at NBPL. For more information about this event, contact the library at (541) 756-0400 or email nbservices@northbendlibrary.org.

Beginning Reader Book Club

3:30 pm, October 24th & November 28th

Coos Bay Library

The Coos Bay Public Library will offer a Beginning Reader Book Club the fourth Tuesday of the month this fall at 3:30pm for kids grades kindergarten through third grade (October 24 & November 28). During each program, participants will have an opportunity to hear a story, explore books and participate in an experiment or art project, All participants will receive a free book to take home. Parents or caregivers must attend with children; siblings are welcome. Pre-registration is not required. Based on the research-based Fostering Readers program initiated by Washington Cooperative Library System, the Beginning Reader Book Club supports literacy development for kids grades kindergarten through third grade. The program is intended to foster a love of reading in beginning readers. Each session will feature a different type of book-September 26 will feature comic books and allow participants the opportunity to create their own comic book. For additional information about programs being offered by the Coos Bay Public Library please contact the library by calling (541) 269-1101 x 3606 or by visiting the library’s website at http:// coosbaylibrary.org.

Cultivating Resiliency through Spiritual Practices

5-6:15 pm, through November 15th

Harmony United Methodist Church

How do we strengthen and cultivate our resilience in this “era of unraveling” and climate chaos? How do we find peace in our body/mind/spirit in the midst of eco-anxiety and what futurist Alex Steffan calls “the extinction of predictability”? Are you part of Generation Dread?

Participate in a free 8 week “Experiment in Spirit” with like-minded spiritual seekers as we practice contemplative prayer, prayer walking, sacred chanting, meditation, lectio divina, forest church, and acts of mercy to deepen our

connection with that which is greater than we are and thereby gather strength for our journey. Karen Love Baisinger, D.Min. is a retired United Methodist clergywoman in private practice as a Pastoral Counselor and Psychospiritual Coach. Karen spent half her ministry leading as a pastor in local churches and the other half in private practice as a Pastoral Counselor.

In addition to providing individual, couples, and family counseling, she specialized in weekly, ongoing psychospiritual process groups, running as many as 7 groups a week as well as leading monthly weekend Intensives for a deeper level of emotional healing work. She worked as a Chaplain and EAP counselor at a chemical dependency treatment center. Karen was a Licensed Professional Counselor in Tennessee and was endorsed by the United Methodist Church as a Pastoral Counselor. She has been a Certified Life Coach since 2003 and received her Doctor of Ministry from Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington, DC. A Christian mystic, Karen was on the Board of Directors of Prayer Service International that held a monthly interfaith prayer service in Eugene, OR on the 11th of every month from the month following 9/11/2001 until the pandemic. She has long had an interest in interfaith community, experiencing the One in all traditions and paths. Harmony United Methodist Church 123 Ocean Blvd SE, Coos Bay, OR 97420 Pre-registration by email to revdrkarenlove@gmail.com or by calling the church at (541) 267-4410 Baby Storytime 10 am, through December 13th Coos Bay Public Library Babies, we’re back! Baby storytime will return Tuesdays at 10:00am to the Coos Bay Public Library beginning September 12 and continuing through December 13. The program will include stories, rhymes, and songs selected specifically with babies in mind. The program encourages early literacy development by fostering opportunities for parents and caregivers to talk, sing, read, play, and write with the children in their lives. Pre-registration is not required and the program is free and open to the public.For more information on storytimes visit the Coos Bay Public Library’s website at www.coosbaylibrary.org, call (541) 269-1101 x 3606 or email Jennifer Knight at jknight@coosbaylibrary. org.

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The Chamber Minute: The attitude of success

When I first ran for city council, many years ago, I was looking for a way to convey the commitment and energy I thought a councilor should have. While looking through a local antique store, I found a large and colorful early ‘40s book on the Little Red Hen. As you recall she found some wheat grains. She then asked for help in planting, tending, harvesting, processing and baking the product. But she found no one was interested in working

to get the prize—warm fresh bread. So, she did it herself and made a difference. That’s the attitude of success.

Your Bay Area Chamber has a whole flock of little red hens and roosters. We are truly benefiting by the “mountains of bread” they are producing. The Legislative Action Team, hardworking and successful in prior sessions, actively participated in the 2023 Legislative long session to promote business and community. The issues

were tracked daily as the LAT worked with the Oregon State Chamber of Commerce lobby team to have an impact, used the VoterVoice system to convey our positions to those in Salem and built a strong working relationship with our legislators though video conferencing twice monthly and direct contact. In Leadership Coos, staring its 33rd year, participants are once again gaining a comprehensive awareness of our area, its businesses and

services available, as they prepare for new opportunities as community leaders. The Marketing team maintains an active social media program and has developed content and formats for communication among members and local outreach. Membership is renewing the connections with all our members on a regular basis through out the year. Not only do they provide members with the list of benefits and value they receive, but

also encourage them to serve on one of the Chamber teams working to make our area the best place to live and work.

That’s just a snapshot of the many, many active committees and services your chamber has going on right now. If you haven’t found a place to plant your seeds to make a difference, why not check us out today?

The Bay Area Chamber of Commerce, remember Our Business is Helping Your Business. And like us on

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Significant addition coming to Coquille Valley Hospital

By Dean Brickey

journalist

COQUILLE — Design nearly is complete, a financing plan is in place and work should begin this fall on an a significant addition to Coquille Valley Hospital.

Jeff Lang, the hospital’s chief executive officer, said the $20 million building project is part of a master plan that was completed in 2019.

“We looked at space, what’s working well, and what’s not,” he said in an interview on Friday.

The hospital plans to build a two-story medical arts building where the old hospital sits. The new building will be smaller and connected to the hospital on the east. Lang said the new building will meet several goals, such as creating parking spaces closer to entrances. In addition, the laboratory will move, patient registration will move and the hospital’s clinic will move to the new building.

“All registration will be in one place,” he said. “The three most heavily used services, clinic, lab and radiology, will be closest to the door people will come in.”

Larger exam rooms will be constructed in the new building, Lang said, and space will be available to expand the hospital’s behavioral health programs and to add addiction services.

“We’re simply out of space in our clinic building,” he said. “We now have 11 providers on the hospital side, in a space designed for 10.” North Bend Medical Center also uses the building, where it has two doctors and their staff.

“The building is outdated,” he said of the clinic next door to the hospital. “It just doesn’t have the fit and finish and quality that we would like to present our community.”

Constructing a new building and remodeling the existing hospital will address some emergency department

issues, too. Lang said the emergency department has inadequate patient waiting space and the emergency entrance is difficult to access.

“It’s tough for patients to find it,” he said, adding that parking has been a significant problem.

The new medical arts building will be smaller than the old hospital building, allowing for increased patient and visitor parking.

“The new emergency department entrance will be just beyond main entrance,” Lang said. “People will be able to see it when they drive in.”

Meanwhile, the existing main entrance will become a staff entrance. Lang said the current hospital’s design doesn’t separate care areas from public areas. The new construction and hospital remodeling will address

that, so patients have a greater level of privacy.

The hospital board’s decision to demolish the old hospital, which has been vacant for more than a decade, came after a complete inspection of the building, he said. That review determined the roof needs to be replaced, the plumbing and electrical systems need updating and the structure is not built to current seismic codes. Lang is hoping demolition can begin in the next two months.

“People may notice that we’re removing that building early,” he said. “We would really like to know what the ground is like under that building.”

Construction of the new building is expected to begin in March.

“We’re anticipating a two-year

construction timeline,” Lang said. “Phase I will be the new medical office building. Phase II will be the remodel of the hospital space, including the emergency department, hospital pharmacy, surgery department and the laboratory.”

The hospital district plans to finance the project with existing funds and borrowing from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Development program. Lang said the USDA has given the project preliminary approval, so the hospital has a green light for submitting a loan application.

“We will be refinancing about $15 million on the existing hospital,” he said, “so the debt service payments should be about the same as present.”

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The eastern view of the proposed medical arts building from the expanded parking lot. Illustration courtesy Coquille Valley Hospital

The southern view of the proposed medical arts building from East Fifth Street. Illustration courtesy Coquille Valley Hospital

The site plan of the proposed medical arts building attached to the east side of the hospital. Illustration courtesy Coquille Valley Hospital

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