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Rep. Wright lauds upcoming education bills at Coos Bay school board

BY BRANDON SUMMERS

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District 9 Rep. Boomer

Wright visited with Coos Bay School District’s board at their Oct. 7 meeting.

An educator of 31 years, Wright expressed his appreciation for teachers and staff for all their efforts before discussing education-related legislative efforts.

Wright serves on the education committee for K-12 and the higher education committee, as well as several state task forces.

Education is expected

to receive a boost of an additional $500 million, Wright told the board.

“The rumor mill, as it goes around in my area, says there’s probably going to be another $500 million coming down,” he said.

“That should help all of us in a variety of ways.”

This summer Wright participated in workgroups on absenteeism, he said.

“We’re looking at, statewide, 38% of the kids are not attending school, missing more than 10 days and nationally we’re looking at a little over

Benetti declares October 14 Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Coos Bay

BY BRANDON SUMMERS

The World

Mayor Joe Benetti has declared Oct. 14 to be Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Coos Bay.

Benetti signed the proclamation at the Oct. 1 meeting of the Coos Bay City Council.

City Manager Nichole Rutherford explained that the City Council passed a proclamation in October 2022 recognizing the second Monday of October as Indigenous Peoples’ Day and established a policy for flying flags for each of the three tribal nations of the Coos Bay area.

“They’ve been helpful in making sure we have those flags updated when the weather ‘challenges’ them to stay beautiful,” she said.

Julie Siestreem of the Confederated Tribes of the Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians Tribal Council attended the meeting on Oct. 1 and read the official proclamation.

The proclamation reads:

“Whereas, the City of Coos Bay recognizes the indigenous peoples of the lands that would later become known as the Amer-

icas have lived on these lands since time immemorial, and whereas the City honors the fact that the city of Coos Bay is built upon the traditional homelands of the Coquille Indian Tribe, the Confederated Tribes of the Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians, and the Confederated Tribes of the Siletz Indians, and recognizes the inher-

ent sovereignty of the nine fairly recognized tribal nations in the state of Oregon, and all indigenous peoples everywhere,

“And whereas, the City values the many contributions made to our community through indigenous peoples’ knowledge, labor, technology, science, philosophy, arts and the deep cultural contribution that has substantially

shaped the character of the city of Coos Bay, “And whereas, Indigenous Peoples’ Day was first proposed in 1977 by the Delegation of Native Nations to the United Nations sponsored international conference on discrimination against indigenous populations in

Coquille Point designated as a marine garden

BY BREE LAUGHLIN

The World

Members of the Shoreline Education for Awareness organization (also known as SEA) held a ribbon cutting ceremony to inform community members about the Coquille Point Marine Garden.

The site, which is located off Beach Loop Road in Bandon, was designated as a Marine Garden earlier this year to protect the coastal rocky habitat ecosystem and allow for public learning opportunities.

It protects habitat from the top of the sea stacks to the rocky intertidal and sandy beach below.

A sign was installed at the site informing visitors about the marine garden and asking visitors to follow guidelines to protect the area. These guidelines include staying on bare rock or sand while exploring, collecting only photos, being aware of incoming tides, exploring gently and touching tenderly, as well as keeping dogs on leashes when wildlife is nearby.

Bill Stenberg is a SEA volunteer who co-wrote the marine garden proposal along with Bev Minn. Stenberg said when he first moved to the area he would come down to this beach almost every day. But he was unaware about how to protect the wildlife and other natural resources from being disturbed.

“I was doing things wrong,” Stenberg said.

“But I think education is the way to

Please see MARINE GARDEN Page 10

BY BRANDON SUMMERS

The World North Bend Mayor Jessica Engelke will become League of Oregon Cities President starting in January 2025, which will be its 100th year. Engelke currently serves as the League’s vice president, and has been involved for more than three years. The LOC’s role is to “be that collective voice of what the needs are and elevate it and hopefully be able to advocate that to the Governor’s office and our legislators.”

“I’ve been very impressed with the work that the League of Oregon Cities has done,” she said. “They represent all 241 cities and they’re very thoughtful about making sure that there’s representation from every region in Oregon. It ensures that every city in Oregon has a voice and gives us an opportunity to advocate at the state level collectively.” Engelke especially enjoys seeing the group being able to make a difference, she said.

“There was over $100 million given to local projects through the legislation last year, and I believe League of Oregon Cities having that one voice really made a difference in advocating for the needs of the community,” she said.

“That always feels really good when you see the advocacy work.”

LOC will be focusing on similar local concerns and issues as they have the last few years, said Engelke, such as more funding for transportation, roads and bridges.

Theirs is a democratic process, she emphasized, particularly when readying top priorities now for the upcoming legislative session.

“Each city, no matter

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When is it enough? Councilor Noordhoff is threatening to sue the City of North Bend again. How much money is this going to cost the city this time? She constantly sues the city and seems to be acting at her own interests regarding city matters. She is an elected official, and has done nothing to act as such. She has undoubtedly cost the city thousands of dollars fighting her frivolous litigation because she does not get her way. When do we, as citizens, of North Bend say no more? She is up for election this year, and I’m urging all citizens of North Bend to stand up and refuse to re-elect her to her position. She is a stain on the community and is only hurting the little recourses that we have. She should be representing our city not fighting it.

Levi Clow North Bend

We are supporting Court Boice for Oregon State Representative District 1.

As the Curry County Clerk and Assessor (retired) we worked with Court for several years during his tenure as County Commissioner. Court is a dedicated, caring and hard-working public servant. Court has been a tireless advocate for protecting Southwest Oregon from wildfire. The Chetco Bar Fire was Oregon’s biggest wildfire of 2017. Court spent every day at the fire camps sharing his knowledge of Southwest Oregon with fire administrators to help protect lives and property.

Court has taken that same commitment to the office of State Representative and works with every party for the safety and prosperity of not just the Southwest, but all of Oregon.

We are proud of him and ask that you vote to keep Court Boice for Oregon State Representative District 1.

Renee’ Kolen, Curry County Clerk Jim Kolen, Curry County Assessor

Stop taking our money. People can’t pay their bills, rent or the cost of groceries. A few months ago many of the officials from North Bend, Coos Bay and Coos County got together under the guise of addressing the drug problem caused by measure 110. The Sheriff and the District Attorney were paraded in front of the public (which was mostly local non-profits with expertise in drug problems) to regale us with stories of the difficulties they have had since the implementation of measure 110. None of these stories had any direct link to measure 110. In fact they were just anecdotal stories designed to frighten the public. Then these officials were told that the CDC along with a major university had recently studied Oregon’s measure 110 and found no increase of drug use attributable to the measure. With egg on their faces they start to complain that the money promised by the measure, to enhance rehab, had not been seen from the state. One by one they all jumped on that bandwagon only to find when they stopped grumbling, hands in the crowd started to go up. One group saying we received $5 million, another saying we received $2 million and so on and so forth. You see the state gave the money to those with real expertise in drug rehabilitation, not the Sheriff or District Attorney. I have lived here more than 25 years and the mantra from the Sheriff’s Office has always been that we can’t afford to pay the deputies needed to use all the jail cells. Now all of a sudden they need 80 more cells. What for? The voters overwhelmingly said no and now they come back saying, actually, Fentanyl is the problem, yeah, that’s it. “Fentanyl” is why we need 80 more jail cells. If we were stupid enough to believe this story, when will you come back for the money for additional deputies. No thanks.

Mark Daily

Coos

Bay

My name is Angela Cardas, a resident of Bandon, and as someone from a nearby community, I’ve been impressed by the direction North Bend has taken under Jessica Engelke’s leadership. The improvements to Main Street and support for local businesses are incredible. Jessica also shows strong support for the youth and future leaders in her community. When I expressed interest in running for mayor of the City of Bandon, she encouraged me to draw on my business experience, the positions I held on the Bandon Chamber of Commerce, and the Bandon school board, and encouraged me to keep volunteering and stay involved with the community. Jessica’s “rising tide raises all boats” philosophy extends beyond North Bend, and her leadership positively impacts neighboring communities like ours. I look forward to contributing to my community thanks to her encouragement. Keep up the great work, Jessica!

Angela Cardas Bandon

I am voting for Drew Farmer for Coos County Commissioner. I have worked with Drew on several projects in the community and find him to be a real problem solver. Most importantly, he engages with the people in the community and listens to them. As we deal with the issues around housing, adequate jail space and resources for people in our community we desperately need new ideas and leaders who will list to all their constituents. Please vote for Drew Farmer.

Mike Lehman Coos Bay

My whole life I’ve heard, “We can’t have good things because we’re rural!” and I’m tired of hearing it. We’re doers, not excuse’ers.

Our households aren’t struggling because we’re a timber county like some would tell you. It’s not because we oppose Portland politics and it’s definitely not because we’re rural. There are three counties that are also timber counties, that have similar politics, and that are even smaller. Each of those three counties has a higher median household income than us. Somehow, Curry County’s median household income is higher than ours. You can find the data in Oregon by the Numbers.

Timber is still a key and vital industry that I support, but it’s not our only economic sector. In 2003 our manufacturing industry employed around 1,850 people; today it’s down nearer to 1,450. Our information sector employed around 375 people in 2003; now it’s only about 130 people. And, past all of this, the county needs to also be aware of what our farms and fishers need. We need leadership that doesn’t just make promises around a single industry, but that drives our whole potential.

I am running for commissioner to address these issues. My opponent has been running on recouping the O&C forest lands for 12 years while other sectors have collapsed around us. I will bring the energy and dedication to not just fight to protect our timber industry, but also to engage with our other industries to learn about their barriers and develop a plan for prosperity.

Coos County is the place we all love. It’s where I started and it is where I plan to stay. I proudly swear to serve it faithfully, just as I swore to protect our nation twenty years ago. We’re family here, and like any family we’ll have our differences, but even then I’ll be happy to meet with you and see what we can learn from each other to make Coos County the best it can be. Vote for me and we’ll bring a prosperous Coos County back together.

Drew Farmer Coos Bay

Drew Farmer is the commissioner Coos County needs to move forward. Unlike Bob Main, who according to officials, hasn’t attended inperson meetings of the Public Safety Steering Committee in over five years, Drew is hands-on and engaged in our community.

Main’s lack of preparation has already cost us opportunities. He dismissed a $50,000 grant that could have improved safety at the county clerk’s office, citing concerns he hadn’t even researched. When it comes to key issues, he often fails to follow through on his promises.

Drew’s record speaks for itself. He’s committed to our community, volunteering his time to support veterans and restore crucial programs. He’s helped rebuild the Homeless Veteran Reintegration Program and advocated for affordable housing, fighting tirelessly to keep people from losing their homes.

Drew has a vision for Coos County’s future, including revitalizing our maritime industry and attracting hightech companies. His focus is on creating a diverse, sustainable economy that benefits all of us, not just sticking to outdated ideas.

Main has spent years running on restoring the O&C lands to Coos County, with little to show for it. His opposition to bringing land back into production means lost jobs and missed opportunities. We need someone who sees the bigger picture.

The choice is clear: we need a commissioner who shows up, does the work, and has a vision for the future. That person is Drew Farmer.

Vote for real progress. Vote for Drew Farmer.

Martin Johnson

If you like bullies, you’ll love Donald Trump. A close family member of the Trumps said these things about him when he was a child: At home he tormented his younger brother and had distain for everyone else, even his mother. The neighborhood kids despised and feared him. Nobody liked Donald when he was growing up.

Unfortunately, Donald’s father was incapable of loving anyone, including his children. So, in elementary school Donald was a troublemaker who resorted to physical violence when he didn’t get his way. He treated the smaller, weaker kids with the same contempt as he treated his family. By seventh grade his school had had enough and that’s why he was sent to a military academy.

So Donald Trump seems to be frozen in time. He never matured to become an adult. His personality is the same today as it was as a child.

If that’s what you want in a President then go ahead and vote for the man-child.

Lorraine Pool Bandon

Someone once stated, “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” That seems to be the strategy of public education here in Oregon as it appears that we have seen no significant improvement in learning or school performance with the recently released test scores. It does seem there is a distinct disconnect between policy and process, and classroom practice and performance.

How do we begin to make a positive change? With 31 years serving in public education, I suggest the root of our problem starts with inadequate teacher preparation programs that emphasize teachers helping students feel good instead of helping students do well academically and graduate with the skills necessary to be successful in the workforce or in further education. Instead, it should be mandatory that successful researched based instruction practices using successful researched based curriculum materials should be utilized at our teacher prep colleges and universities and incorporated in local school districts.

Many new teachers are leaving the profession during their first three years. They, along with many experienced teachers, feel unprepared for the challenge of a classroom of diverse learning styles, different languages, along with behavioral and mental health issues.

Mentoring, support and coaching for new teachers during the first three years of teaching should be essential in every school district. Again, in depth support and on-going training using successful researched based district curriculum materials should be mandatory for all grade level teachers but, especially for

our new teachers.

Oregon’s accountability testing is based on summative assessments aligned with state standards. We then rank our schools on performance results. Our assessment goal should be to improve learning. Every child in their own time, and in their own way, learn and perform differently. We must redesign our assessment practices and programs to inform and guide instruction with continuous data. Improving student performance is then accomplished through improving teaching effectiveness.

Effective and skilled teaching, using researched based strategies and curriculum in a positive learning environment, with ongoing training and support, equals improved student learning. I will continue to work on legislation to address the issues surrounding our struggling educational system and most importantly, to help our teachers be supported and our students be successful, not just test well.

Rep. Boomer Wright

I am increasingly frustrated by politicians who get elected, offer no real solutions and stay in their position for long periods of time. That is why I support Drew Farmer for County Commissioner. We need new blood to replace an incumbent who has been there for 15 years. Over the time period we have seen the jail cut beds and Sheriff’s Office lose staff. We need a change. I have found Drew Farmer to be thoughtful and willing to listen to new ideas. We really need a fresh face with new ideas on the Coos County Board of Commissioners. Please join me in voting for Drew Farmer.

Deb Larsen Coos Bay

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30%,” he explained.

Following his efforts on a workgroup, Wright said he has a bill coming for greater funding for summer school programs.

Wright wants to fund summer school permanently, he said, “so we can make sure our kids get extra help during the summer or at least maybe attend activities they wouldn’t normally get.”

Student behavior should also be addressed to “give our administrators and teachers a little more power to be able to deal with the disruptions that occur within a classroom.”

“I think every child has a right to a public education,” he said, “but I also believe no child has a right to disturb a class in such a way that it takes away the opportunity for other kids to learn.”

For substitute teachers, Wright advocated for not only waiving late fees, but waiving all fees.

“We need to encourage as many substitutes as we can to be a part of this,” he said. “Let’s encourage more people to get into substitutes. We need them desperately.”

Appointed to the Governor’s commission on literacy, Wright said he has spent the last eight months working with educators of all areas and across the state to review teacher prep programs.

“To be very honest, I was appalled at what I found,” he said. “Many of our teacher prep programs, there are 17, basically didn’t teach teachers how to teach reading!”

“Re-teaching” should not have

to happen, said Wright.

“We want our teachers coming in feeling comfortable in their classroom to teach whatever they need to teach,” he said. “We need to give them some background and support so they have the skills to meet the kids’ needs.”

As a result, recommendations were made and actions taken.

“Teacher Standards and Practices Commission just came out with the standards that are going to teachers prep colleges as I speak,” he said. “There’s definitely going to be major changes in some of our universities and colleges.”

Wright said he has also “harped” at the Governor about math.

“We did this literacy program and workgroup for reading to deal with literacy in K-5. We need to do the same thing for math,” he said. “We don’t have to reinvent the wheel, and people are willing to share ideas, they’re willing to give us suggestions, all we have to do is ask.”

Too many of Oregon’s legislators “hear the hype that public education is failing,” said Wright.

“Part of my job is to say wait, wait, wait. When was the last time you were in an elementary classroom? When was the last time you were in a high school classroom?” he said. “Before you start listening to things, you need to hear the other side.”

Haga named “Economic Development Leader of the Year”

Theresa Haga, Executive Director of CCD Business Development, was honored as the “Economic Development Leader of the Year” at the Oregon Economic Development Association’s (OEDA) Annual Conference. The prestigious award recognizes Haga’s nearly 25 years of transformative leadership and dedication to economic growth in Coos, Curry, and Douglas Counties.

Lehi Dowell, CCD’s Community and Economic Development Director, introduced the award, highlighting Haga’s profound impact on the region. “Theresa has reshaped the economic landscape of our counties,” Dowell said. “Her strategic vision and ability to build meaningful relationships have fostered economic stability, even in the face of unprecedented challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic.”

Under Haga’s

leadership, CCD played a critical role in the region’s economic recovery during the pandemic. Dowell noted her team facilitated more than $3.4 million in loans and $11.6 million in grants, ensuring the survival of over 1,000 businesses during a critical time. Additionally, Haga spearheaded the creation of the Economic Recovery Initiative, raising over $900,000 to help support small businesses.

“Her results-driven approach has established

her as a key pillar for economic stability in the region,” Dowell said. Beyond financial achievements, Haga has been a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion. She initiated the Women in Business Networking program and launched the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives at CCD, further cementing her status as a leader who prioritizes community empowerment.

Haga accepted the award surrounded by her

staff and CCD Board Chair David Milliron. In her heartfelt remarks, she attributed her success to her dedicated team and board. “I could not do the work I do without the team I have in place, as well as a board that supports me,” Haga said. “My success is their success.”

As she reflected on her 25 years with CCD, Haga shared how her journey was deeply personal, motivated by her mother’s encouragement to take on the executive director role during a pivotal time in her life. “I’m proud of the work my team and I have done, and I’m grateful for this recognition,” she said, acknowledging the achievements of her organization and the region as a whole.

CCD is designated by the U.S. Department of

Commerce’s Economic Development Administration to work on economic development efforts across Coos, Curry, and Douglas Counties. Haga’s leadership continues to drive economic resilience and growth in these communities, making her a fitting recipient of the OEDA’s top honor. The “Economic Development Leader of the Year” award is given to individuals who demonstrate significant economic impact, innovative program development, and strong community relationships. Haga’s six years as executive director and her tireless efforts to support small businesses, diversity, and economic stability exemplify the qualities celebrated by this award.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2024 |

Powers stays perfect with football win at Elkton

John Gunther World Sports

Powers kept its unbeaten run going in football, winning at Elkton 55-12 on Friday.

The Cruisers rank first in the six-player coaches poll heading into Friday’s home game against Days Creek. Powers has scored at least 55 points in all six of its games.

MYRTLE POINT 53,

BANDON 0: The Bobcats had their best offensive night of the season and also posted the shutout on defense, improving to 2-0 in Class 2A District 4 play. It was Myrtle Point’s third shutout of the season.

Myrtle Point, which has five

straight wins, has its biggest test of the season to date this week when the Bobcats visit unbeaten Oakland. Bandon will be in Gold Beach.

MARSHFIELD 41,

ASHLAND 33: The Pirates got their first win of the season, beating the host Grizzlies on Friday night.

Marshfield, which had lost its first five games, improved to 1-1 in Class 4A District 3 play. The Pirates are home for their final three games, starting Friday, when they host Hidden Valley.

HENLEY 48, NORTH BEND 24: The defending state champion Hornets outscored the visiting Bulldogs in a game at Klam-

ath Falls. North Bend, which fell to 1-1 in Class 4A District 3 play, is home Friday against Mazama in the Bulldogs’ annual Miss Flame game.

SOUTH UMPQUA 31, COQUILLE 7: The Lancers snapped the Red Devils’ win streak at two games.

South Umpqua scored the first 31 points of the game, including three scores by David Logan. Noah Beaudry scored Coquille’s touchdown and Mason Fisher made the extra point.

The Red Devils, now 1-1 in Far West League play, are at Douglas this week. The Trojans suffered their first loss of the season Friday, when they fell to Siuslaw 38-30 in Florence.

GOLD BEACH 42, REEDSPORT 20: The Panthers got their first win of the season and handed Reedsport its first league loss in the process. While Gold Beach hosts Bandon this week, Reedsport is home to face Illinois Valley.

“South Umpqua is a good team and they had our number,” Coquille coach David Thomason said. “We made too many mistakes and couldn’t overcome some big plays. “We have things we can learn from and we will get better. And we have to, things won’t get any easier for us.”

Red Devils, Bobcats close in on volleyball titles

John Gunther World Sports

The Coquille and Myrtle Point volleyball teams took big steps toward winning their respective league titles with wins Thursday night.

Coquille beat host Douglas 26-28, 25-23, 25-18, 25-18 to start the second round of league play, keeping the Red Devils perfect at 6-0 in league and handing the Trojans their second league loss. That gives Coquille a two-game cushion on Douglas and Sutherlin in the Far West League standings.

Coquille beat South Umpqua 17-25, 25-13, 25-22, 25-14 earlier in the week and this week hosts both Siuslaw on Tuesday and Glide on Thursday before competing in Marshfield’s invitational on Saturday. The Glide match is the final regular-season contest at home for the Red Devils.

Myrtle Point, meanwhile, swept Illinois Valley 25-15, 25-9, 25-10 on Tuesday and then got a big win over Bandon on the road Thursday, 11-25, 25-13, 25-19, 25-14, moving to 7-0 in the Sunset Conference.

Bandon had suffered a five-set loss to Reedsport on Tuesday, 22-25, 25-21, 1725, 25-23, 16-14 that had left the Tigers and Brave tied for second place. Reedsport suffered a loss at Gold Beach, 2522, 25-14, 25-22. That left Bandon and Reedsport tied for second at 4-3, just in front of both Gold Beach and Oakland in a suddenly cluttered race.

This week, Myrtle Point hosts Oakland on Tuesday with a chance to clinch the league title that night and also hosts Reedsport on Thursday. Reedsport hosts Illinois Valley on Tuesday. Andon is at Gold Beach on Tuesday and Oakland on Thursday before competing in the Marshfield Invitational.

SKY-EM LEAGUE: Marshfield swept Junction City 25-17, 25-14, 25-12 in its lone match of the week to remain unbeaten and in first place in the league standings at 5-0.

The Pirates host North Bend on Tuesday and visit Cottage Grove on Thursday before their invitational. They finish the league season at second-place Marist Catholic next Monday. North Bend lost both its matches during the week, falling at Cottage Grove on Tuesday 25-22, 22-25, 25-19,

17-25, 15-11 and to Marist Catholic at home 26-24, 23-25, 25-15, 25-14 on Thursday.

In addition to the match at Marshfield, North Bend is at Junction City on Thursday and in Marshfield’s tournament Saturday.

SKYLINE LEAGUE: Powers split its matches during the week, falling to unbeaten North Douglas 25-12, 25-15, 28-30, 25-17 and sweeping Camas Valley 25-7, 25-18, 25-18. The Cruisers are 7-3, tied with New Hope, Elkton and Glendale for third place in the league standings heading into their league finale Thursday against Yoncalla. Powers beat Glendale and New Hope and lost to Elkton during the season and will likely be in the 32-school Class 1A playoffs regardless of how the league race shakes out because of their high spot in the OSAA power rankings (No. 13).

Pacific was swept by Umpqua Valley Christian in its lone match of the week and hosts North Douglas on Monday and is at Riddle on Thursday, hoping to earn its first league win of the season.

GIRLS SOCCER

DEVILCATS WIN TWO: The combined Coquille-Myrtle Point squad won both its matches during the week to improve to 3-4-2 in Class 3A-2A-1A District 4 play. The DevilCats beat Lost River 1-0 in a match played at Rogue River and then beat North Valley 5-4.

Coquille is at Rogue River on Tuesday and hosts St. Mary’s on Thursday this week.

SKY-EM LEAGUE: North Bend beat Cottage Grove on the road 1-0 in its lone match of the week to finish the first half of league play alone in second place behind unbeaten Marist Catholic. The Bulldogs start the second half at home against the Spartans on Tuesday before visiting Marshfield on Thursday. Marshfield fell to Marist Catholic 8-0 in its lone match and opens the second half at home against Junction City on Tuesday before hosting the Bulldogs in the Pirates’ final home game of the regular season.

BOYS SOCCER

FAR WEST LEAGUE: North Bend

fell to Cottage Grove 4-0 to finish the first half of league play in third place at 2-2. The Bulldogs host Marist Catholic and visit Marshfield this week.

The Pirates fell to Marist Catholic 2-0 and remain winless in league play heading into a match against Junction City on Tuesday and the battle with the Bulldogs this week.

CLASS 3A-2A-1A DISTRICT 4: After winning or tying six straight matches, the combined Pacific-Bandon squad lost both its matches during the week, 2-1 to Umpqua Valley Christian and 6-2 to South Umpqua.

That left the Pirates in fifth place at 4-3-2 heading into a busy week that included a home match against Douglas on Monday (score was not available) and matches at Coquille on Tuesday and Douglas on Thursday.

The combined Coquille-Myrtle Point squad beat Douglas on Thursday 3-1 to snap a six-match winless streak. That stretch did include two draws, including Tuesday when the DevilCats tied South Umpqua 2-2.

In addition to the match against Pacific on Tuesday, the DevilCats are at league-leading Sutherlin on Thursday.

CROSS COUNTRY

PAUL MARIMAN INVITATION-

AL: Marshfield’s Jaxson Stovall was individual champion and Bandon’s boys finished fourth overall in the big race at Philomath on Saturday.

Stovall covered the 5,000-meter race in 16 minutes and 35 seconds, to win by 12 seconds over Leo Pausch of Philomath.

The Dalles won the team title, followed by Philomath, Cottage Grove and Bandon, with Marshfield ninth out of 18 complete teams.

Bandon was led by Beckett Pahls, who was 12th (18:06) and Noah Brown, who was 14th (18:14). JOah Brown was 23rd (18:40) and Trask Wehner 31st (19:00).

Bandon’s girls finished eighth in a team race won by Philomath.

Alaina Casady of The Dalles won the race in 19:58 and Philomath had six of the top 14 runners. Bandon’s Giada Moore was 18th (22:14) while Marshfield’s Lily Thompson was 41st (24:04).

Marshfield Hall of Fame banquet is Nov. 2

Marshfield’s annual Hall of Fame banquet is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 2, at the Mill Casino-Hotel in North Bend.

This year’s inductees include 1965 graduate Bob Jenkins, 1973 graduate Boyd Bjorkquist, 1989 graduate Jimmy Kellar, 2000 graduate Trevor Woods, 2005 graduate Leah Worthen and the 2005 state champion girls track and field team.

The doors open for the event at 4:30 p.m., with dinner at 6:15 and the induction set for 7 p.m.

In addition to the banquet and induction ceremony, the event includes oral and silent auctions to raise money for Marshfield athletics.

Tickets for the event are $60 each. People also can be table captains reserving an entire table for eight.

For more information or to order tickets, call the Marshfield athletic department at 541-2671440.

Jenkins and Bjorkquist both were athletes for Marshfield who later went on to make great contributions to the school, including in two big facilities projects — the building of Heritage Hall and the Raise the Roof project that improved the south side of Pete Susick Stadium with a roof and several suites for viewing games. Jenkins was project manager for Raise the Roof, just as he was when the south side of the stadium’s construction started back in the 1990s.

Kellar was an all-state football player for the Pirates as a running back. He was the Midwestern League’s player of the year and represented Marshfield in the Shrine Game.

Woods was two-time state pole vault champion, including setting a meet record by clearing 16 feet, 6 inches his senior year. He went on to compete for the University of Oregon.

Worthen won the 400 meters and was second in the 200 her senior year at the state meet. She also won the 400 and was fourth in the 200 as a junior and was fourth in the 400 and sixth in the 200 as a sophomore.

The 2005 state champion team also featured the runner-up 4x100-meter relay squad of Muriel Roberge, Alison Worthen, Sadie Benn and Leah Worthen and the third-place 4x400 team with Benn, the Worthen sisters and Amanda Carrasco.

Roberge won the pole vault, with teammate Amber Wiley fifth. Alison Worthen was second in the high jump and fifth in the triple jump.

Girls flag football approved as emerging sport by OSAA

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The OSAA delegate assembly last Monday voted to designate girls flag football as an emerging activity. The sport met the threshold of 25 schools to be eligible for the vote. It will be considered an emerging activity for the next two years, and if it reaches 50 schools by the end of that period, it would be eligible to become an officially sanctioned OSAA sport.

Flag football, a 7-on-7 game played on an 80-yard field, debuted in the spring of 2023 with eight teams. This past spring, it expanded to 32 schools and 575 players. South Salem, St. Mary’s Academy and South Eugene had enough players to field two teams. The teams played a

six-week schedule, during which some of them played as many as 10 games. The teams were divided into eight geographic pods, with the No. 1 teams advancing to the eight-team state tournament May 11 at the Nike campus in Beaverton. South Salem won the championship.

Eleven state associations have sanctioned flag football and 17 others are in various stages of pilot programs. California voted to sanction it last year and Colorado approved it this year. Washington voted it down in May.

Editor’s Note: Jerry Ulmer writes sports content for the Oregon School Activities Association on its OSAAtoday platform. To read more high school sports content, visit OSAA - Home

Ann Kathleen Cheser

December 1, 1943 – August 30, 2024

Ann Kathleen Cheser was a beloved mother, sister, wife, grandmother and great-grandmother. She died peacefully at her home on August 30, 2024. Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life at the Back Alley at North Bend Lanes on Saturday, October 26 from 1-4 p.m.

Ann was born on December 1, 1943 in Alameda, California to Charles and Josaphine Nickel. She was happiest when she was surrounded by her family and many grandchildren, and greatgrandchildren who she absolutely adored.

Ann was very involved in her children’s sports activities and was a pillar at Clyde Allen ballpark for all of the Babe Ruth games, working the concession stand with her great friend Glenda Hacker. Ann was a big fan of sports of all kinds, from football to horse racing. She was a huge fan of the Oregon Ducks and the San Francisco 49ers. She was known by many as a very kind and generous woman who would help out anyone in need, even complete strangers.

Ann is survived by sons, Bill Cheser; Raymond Cheser II; and Michael Cheser; sister, Carolyn Renner; and brother, Bill Nickel.

Ann was extremely close with her seven grandchildren and doted on her eight greatgrandchildren.

Ann was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Cheser Sr.; son, Sean Cheser; and sister, Barbara Beatty.

In lieu of flowers, Ann would have loved for family and friends to make a donation to an animal aid organization of their choice (such as the ASPCA or a local animal shelter), being the notorious animal lover that she was.

Friends and family are encouraged to sign the online guestbook at www. coosbayareafunerals.com and www. theworldlink.com. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-7560440.

Gloria June Woodman

November 11, 1932 – October 1, 2024

Gloria June Woodman was born November 11, 1932 in Fruita, Colorado to Elsie Thenell and Lawrence Byler. She passed away peacefully and went to be with the Lord October 1, 2024. She attended school in Yamhill, Oregon, where she met William Woodman and they later married in 1950. William and Gloria moved several times before settling in North Bend, Oregon in 1972.

Gloria worked several careers during her life including as a receptionist at North Bend Medical Center. Gloria stopped working in 1985 to focus on her grandchildren. She was very active with her grandchildren’s sporting events, school fundraisers and everything in between. She loved to travel and after William retired, they went on several cross-county trips in their motorhome. Gloria loved to cook and bake, sharing her skills with her grandkids and greatgrandkids.

Gloria was the best mom, grandma, auntie and friend to so many people and touched more lives than can be explained.

She is survived by her son, Steven Woodman and his wife, Julie; her son, Douglas Woodman and his wife, Sally; her daughter, Cathryn Owen; her grandchildren, Garret Woodman, Brian Woodman, Clint Woodman, Ashley

James Irvin Pearce

July 10, 1947- September 27, 2024

On September 27, 2024 James Irvin Pearce passed away in his sleep at the Veteran’s hospital in Roseburg, Oregon. He was 77 years old.

James, or Jim as he preferred to be called, is survived by his children, David Pearce (Shawna); Brad Pearce; Missy Wormuth (George); his grandchildren, Ethan; Devin; Calista; George and Alex (Gail); sister, Sandy Cooley; nieces, nephews and numerous extended family members. He was preceded in death by father, Irvin Leroy Pearce; mother, Doris Fern Pearce (McCauley); sister, Paula Biles and brother, Duane Pearce.

Jim was born at Mast Hospital in Myrtle Point on July 10, 1947. He was raised on the Pearce family dairy farm in Arago and graduated from Myrtle Point High School. Jim started his service in the U.S. Army in 1966 during the Vietnam War.

Jim married one of his childhood friends,

Owen, Amber Nye, Kylee Woodman; 15 great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.

Gloria was preceded in death by her husband, William Woodman and her sister, Patsy Johnson.

Private entombment was held at Sunset Memorial Park Mausoleum. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131. www. coosbayareafunerals.com

Charlotte Pearce (Northup) in 1970. They were married for 52 years until Charlotte died in 2022.

After running a logging company with his father and brother, Jim decided to go to college on the GI bill and study Forestry.

After receiving his degree he went to work for BLM Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in 1972. Jim became a Journeyman Cruiser/Appraiser, certified scaler, Lead Cruiser and District Scaler. Over the course of his service, he cruised over 200 million board feet of timber.

While serving with BLM, Jim was a wildland firefighter, working on fires throughout the western half of the continental U.S. He received an award from the Governor of Oregon for outstanding performance in the line of duty fighting wildland fires. After retiring from the Bureau, he continued wildland firefighting with the Coos County Fire

Margaret Joan Lewis

June 20, 1933- September 29, 2024

Margaret Joan Lewis passed peacefully in her home in North Bend, Oregon on September 29, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Boyd Delmer Lewis. Two of her siblings preceded her in death, a sister, Dolores Sandeen, and a brother, Curtis Monsebroten; as well as her parents, Otto and Agnes Monsebroten.

She has a twin sister, Marilyn Jean Moore who lives in Concord, California. They were life-long friends. Joan (as she was known by family and friends) and Del had three children, Nancy Joan Swendsen; (husband, Brent Swendsen); Russell Boyd Lewis (wife, Angel); and Thomas Otto Lewis. Grandchildren include: Anne Jackson (Jim), Kathi Knight (Jeremy), Stephanie Johnson (Spencer), Lisa Currie (Nick), Mary Kent (Joseph), Susan Nielsen, Emily Rigby (Jordan), Eric Swendsen (Sarah), Shelley Swendsen (Josh) and Andrew Swendsen, Andy Brophy (Ashley), Nicole Stultz (Mason) and 27 great-grandchildren. She was an aunt to 15 nieces and nephews.

Joan was born in Grafton, North Dakota. Her father sought employment in Oregon. Joan, Jean, and their mother, Agnes followed him out west later, riding a train with soldiers out to Oregon. They settled in the area of North Bend, Oregon. She met her future husband, Del, while attending North Bend High School. After graduation, she worked in a dental office. Del had enlisted in the Marine Corp before graduation and served in the Korean War. He carried Joan in his heart. They married in 1954 at First Lutheran Church. Joan worked until her first child was born.

She was a full-time mother then returned to the work field as an office employee at Chambers Oil Company, contributing to the

family income. Joan was a member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. She served in many capacities, such as a Sunday School Teacher and wrote regular newsletters for the church. She was a member and served for a time as President of her congregation’s Lutheran Church Women. She had a beautiful voice and was a part of the church’s choir. She also led Bible

Marilyn Gay (Morton) George

August 27, 1936- October 6, 2024

Marilyn Gay (Morton) George was a beloved Mother, grandmother and friend. Marilyn George, 88, of Coquille died on October 6, 2024 at Riverbend Hospital in Eugene. She was born on April 27, 1936 to Arthur and Jeanne (Roschkow) Morton in Miles City, Montana. She moved to Coquille when she was only five years old. After that, it was the only town she called home. She graduated from Coquille High School, class of 1954. Shortly after graduating in June of 1954, she married Richard N. George. They took up life on their own gifted piece of the George family ranch on Rink Creek Road to raise their family of six kids. She lived there for the rest of her life. Richard and Marilyn were married 57 years until his passing. She always kept busy with raising six kids, keeping flowerbeds at home flourishing, busy in her faith and working outside the home when it was needed. Starting in the 1950’s, she worked on and off at the Coquille Farr’s store. Later, she drove a school bus, a job she always missed. She loved driving and had the Glenn Aiken and Rink Creek route for some

Patrol sharing his decades of expertise with a new generation of firefighters.

Jim was an avid fisherman and outdoorsman. He regularly took his drift boat on the Coquille River fishing for salmon and sturgeon. He also floated large sections of the Rogue River, Snake River and Salmon River, among many others. He enjoyed the challenge of negotiating large class whitewater rapids. Jim was a little league baseball coach and 4H group leader. He also served as a member and eventually an elder of the Broadbent Community Church. Jim served as a Deacon and worked with youth groups in an after school program with his wife Charlotte teaching music to young members of the community. Jim and Charlotte also performed music in the church over the decades.

Jim will be remembered by friends and

time. She loved time with her family, entertaining, traveling, camping, making her own jewelry and collecting clothes! More than anything, she loved Jehovah God. She became one of Jehovah’s Witnesses in 1958 and served Him faithfully until her passing. Telling others about God at any opportunity was a priority in her life that she never lost; ‘witnessing’ to caregivers and doctors any chance she got.

She is survived by her children: Judy Gray of Coquille, Rick George of Coquille, Cindy Tomlinson of Bridge, Scott George of Myrtle Creek, Lyn Van Dusen of Coquille and Jon George of Myrtle Point; brother, Wes Morton of Utah; sister, Dianne Glazebrook of California; a large extended family; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; even one great-great grandson! She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard George; parents, Arthur and Jeanne Morton; and brother, David Morton.

A memorial will be held on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at 3 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 94138 McNeely Ln, Coquille, Oregon.

under the care of North Bend

Raj Bindra, 67, of North

October 2, 2024 in Coos Bay. 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

Phillip Allen Myhrvold, 87, of North Bend, passed away October 8, 2024 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131. www. coosbayareafunerals.com

Arletta M. Redlingshafer, 84, of Coos Bay, passed away October 7, 2024 at Coos Bay. Cremation Rites are under the direction of Nelson’s Bay Area Mortuary, 405 Elrod Ave., Coos Bay, Oregon, 541-267-4216.

John W. George, 79, of North Bend, passed away October 5, 2024 at North Bend. Cremation Rites are under the direction of Nelson’s Bay Area Mortuary, 405 Elrod Ave., Coos Bay, Oregon, 541-267-4216.

Elizabeth A. Bell, 81, of North Bend died October 5, 2024 in Coos Bay.

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WLD24-3088 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS In the Matter of the Estate of: CHARLES EDWARD McBRIDE, Deceased. Case No. 24PB07332 INFORMATION TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that LAURA SAUNDERS has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate of CHARLES EDWARD McBRIDE are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative at 2636 Tiller Avenue, Port Hueneme, CA 93041 or through their attorney, Nathan B. McClintock, at PO Box 1178, Coos Bay, OR 97420, or in person at 936 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, the personal representative, or the lawyer for the personal representative, Nathan B. McClintock. Dated and first published on September 24, 2024. Nathan B. McClintock, OSB #841520, Attorney for Personal Representative. Personal Representative: Laura Saunders, 2636 Tiller Avenue, Port Hueneme, CA 93041, Telephone: (805) 366-8117, Email: lsaunders76@aol.com. Lawyer for Personal Representative: Nathan B. McClintock, OSB #841520, Corrigall & McClintock, P.O. Box 1178, Coos Bay, OR 97420, Telephone: (541) 269-1123, Fax: (541) 269-1126, Email: nmcclintock@epuerto.com.

Arthur Douglas Sellers, Plaintiff, vs. Ernest Warren Laube, Descendants of Marion A. Laube, and all other persons or parties claiming any right, title, estate, lien or interest in the real property described in the Complaint Herein Defendants. Case No.: 24CV37167 SUMMONS TO: Ernest Warren Laube, Descendants of Marion A. Laube, and all other persons or parties claiming any right, title, estate, lien or interest in the real property described as follows: The East 30 feet of Lot 14 and the West 30 feet of Lot 13, Block 7, Townsite of Koos Bay Plat “F”, Coos County, Oregon. Plaintiff Arthur Douglas Sellers brings an action to quiet title to the above referenced property. You are hereby required to appear and defend the complaint filed against you in the above-entitled cause within 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(s) will apply to the court for the relief demanded in the complaint. NOTICE TO THE 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 document called a “motion” or “answer”. The “motion” or “answer” 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 upon the plaintiff. If you have any questions, you should see an attorney immediately. If you need help in finding an attorney, you may contact the Oregon State Bar’s Lawyer Referral Service online at www. oregonstatebar.org or by calling (503) 684-3763 (in the Portland metropolitan area) or toll-free elsewhere in Oregon at (800) 452-7636. Jane Welhouse Stebbins, OSB No. 144376, Stebbins & Company, Attorney at Law Trial Attorney for Plaintiff Published: 9/6, 9/13, 9/20, and 10/15, The World 402022

FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS In the Matter of the Estate of: CRAIG C. REHFUSS, Deceased. Case No. 24PB08622

INFORMATION TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that KATHRYN REHFUSS has been appointed as personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate of CRAIG C. REHFUSS are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative at 97530 Kadora Ln, North Bend, OR 97459, or through their attorney, Nathan B. McClintock, at PO Box 1178, Coos Bay, OR 97420, or in person at 936 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, the personal representative, or the lawyer for the personal representative, Nathan B. McClintock. October 15, 2024. Nathan B. McClintock, OSB #841520

Attorney for Personal Representative

Fax: (541) 269-1126

Email: nmcclintock@ epuerto.com PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: Kathryn Rehfuss 97530 Kadora Ln North Bend, OR 97459

Telephone: 541.751.7936

Email: katrehfuss52@gmail. com Published: 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, and 11/5/2024, The World 402128

Unclaimed Personal Property 10.15.24

The North Bend Police Department (NPBD) has in its possession unclaimed personal property as described, below: Backpacks * Cell Phones/Electronics * Foreign Currency * Cash/Gift Cards * Tools * Clothing * Keys * Bikes * Wallets/Purses * Jewelry *Camping/Sports Equip.* Vehicle/Marine Accessories * Cutting Instruments * Scooters * Misc. Cords/Chargers *Firearm Accessories * Torch If you believe you have ownership in any of the unclaimed property listed above, you must file a claim by completing a “Property Claim” form with NBPD within 30 days of the date posted on this notice. Failure to file a claim within this 30-day time frame forfeits all rights to posted property. Property Claim Forms can be picked up at the NBPD Lobby located at 835 California Avenue, North Bend, OR 97459. You may also obtain a form by visiting the NBPD webpage at http://northbendoregon. us/police Published: October 15, 2024. The World &ONPA. (ID:385147)

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS PROBATE DEPARTMENT

In the matter of the Estate of: Sidney Irene Christensen, Decedent. Case No.: 24PB08609 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Steven Roy Myers has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative at PO Box 119, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the court, the personal representative, or the attorneys for the personal representative, Stebbins & Company, PO Box 119, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420. Dated and first published October 15, 2024. Steven Roy Myers, Personal Representative Published: 10/15, 10/22, and 10/29/2024, The World 402114

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

Sealed Bids for the City of Coos Bay - 2024 Spring Streets Project will be received via electronic means by Greg Hamblet, Operations Administrator, until 2:00 PM local time on 10/31/24 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: Grind and inlay eastbound lane and slurry sealing and restriping the full width of Central Avenue from Ocean Blvd. to 11th Street, a new ADA curb ramp, two RRFB’s, includes pavement removal and replacement on S. 9th Street from Central Ave. to Anderson Ave.

The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: Civil West Engineering; Darin Nicholson, PE. 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. 9338013. All pre-Bid questions and responses will be posted on QuestCDN. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference will be held at 10:00 AM local time 10/22/24 at City Hall, 500 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, OR 97420. 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.

This project is being fully funded by City of Coos Bay Transportation Capital Outlay fund.

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 Published: 10/8 and 10/15/2024, The World 401798

WLD24-3096 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS In the Matter of the Estate of: ALBERT B. CULVER, Deceased. Case No. 24PB06824 INFORMATION TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that JAMES S. MALBY II has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate of ALBERT B. CULVER are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative at 1231 Central Ave, Coos Bay, OR 97420, or through their attorney, Nathan B. McClintock, at PO Box 1178, Coos Bay, OR 97420, or in person at 936 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, the personal representative, or the lawyer for the personal representative, Nathan B. McClintock. Dated and first published on October 1, 2024. Nathan B. McClintock, OSB #841520, Attorney for Personal Representative. Personal Representative: James S. Malby II, 1231 Central Ave., Coos Bay, OR 97420, Telephone: 541-2604053. Lawyer for Personal Representative: Nathan B. McClintock, OSB #841520, Corrigall & McClintock, P.O. Box 1178, Coos Bay, OR 97420, Telephone: (51) 269-1123, Fax: (541) 2691126, Email: nmcclintock@ epuerto.com.

WLD24-3107 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS In the Matter of the Estate of: WHITNEY D. DOLEZAL, Deceased. Case No. 24PB08284 INFORMATION TO INTERESTED

PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that KURT HERZOG has been appointed as personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate of WHITNEY D. DOLEZAL are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative at 2524 Pine Street, North Bend, OR 97459, or through their attorney, Nathan B. McClintock, at PO Box 1178, Coos Bay, OR 97420, or in person at 936 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon, within four months after the date of first

publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, the personal representative, or the lawyer for the personal representative, Nathan B. McClintock. Dated and first published on October 8, 2024. Nathan B. McClintock, OSB #841520 Attorney for Personal Representative. PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: Kurt Herzog, 2524 Pine Street, North Bend, OR 97459, Telephone: 541.841.6091. Attorney for Personal Representative: Nathan B. McClintock, OSB #841520, Corrigall & McClintock, P.O. Box 1178, Coos Bay, OR 97420, Telephone: (541) 269-1123, Fax: (541) 2691126, Email: nmcclintock@ epuerto.com

WLD24-3090 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS In the Matter of the Estate of: EMILY KAY WYNN, Deceased. Case No. 24PB07918 INFORMATION TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that WENDY HOLLAND has been appointed as personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate of EMILY KAY WYNN are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representatives at 434 7 Street, Coos Bay, OR 97420, or through their attorney, Nathan B. McClintock, at PO Box 1178, Coos Bay, OR 97420, or in person at 936 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon, within four months after the date of first publication of this

William James Wright

March 31, 1939 – September 28, 2024

A chapel funeral service will be held for William J. Wright, 85, of North Bend, on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 1 p.m. at the North Bend Chapel, 2014 McPherson Avenue, with Pastor Mark Schiro presiding. A private burial will take place at Sunset Heights Memorial Gardens in Tillamook.

William (aka Bill or Willy) was born on March 31, 1939 in North Bend, Oregon to Dana and Lucille Wright. He passed away peacefully on September 28, 2024 in Coos Bay of natural causes.

William is survived by his daughter,

Bonnie Jean Hadden

September 7, 1953- September 14, 2024

Bonnie Jean Hadden, 71, cherished daughter, sister and friend, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2024 in Coos Bay, Oregon. She was born on September 7, 1953 in North Bend, Oregon.

Bonnie, known for her tender spirit, graduated from Marshfield High School in 1971. She worked in the medical field until she was diagnosed with Multiple sclerosis in 1976. She went on to volunteer her time for many years at the Berean Baptist Church in Eugene until she moved back to Coos Bay in 2014 to be closer to family.

Bonnie loved to cross stitch, read the Bible and her fellowship time. Some of her favorite past times were watching her football teams (the Ducks and 49ers) and feeding the birds and deer in her backyard. Bonnie loved cats,

Indigenous

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the Americas,

“And whereas, the City is committed to protecting and advocating for justice, human rights and the dignity of all people who live and work in Coos Bay, and vows to uphold the United Nations Declaration of Rights of Indigenous Peoples, the declaration endorsed by the United States on Dec. 16, 2010,

“And whereas, the declaration recognized the right of indigenous peoples

notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, the personal representative, or the lawyer for the personal representative, Nathan B. McClintock. Dated and first published on September 24, 2024. Nathan B. McClintock, OSB #841520, Attorney for Personal Representative. Personal Representative: Wendy Holland, 434 7th Street, Coos Bay, OR 97420, Telephone: (541) 267-6450, Email:barfu@frontier.com. Attorney for Personal Representative: Nathan B. McClintock, OSB #841520, Corrigall & McClintock, P.O. Box 1178, Coos Bay, OR 97420, Telephone: (541) 269-1123, Fax: (541) 2691126, Email: nmcclintock@ epuerto.com

OBITUARIES

Tina Smith; daughter, Teresa Pratt and her husband Bruce; granddaughters, Jonlyn; Angie and Amber; great-grandchildren, Zach; Max; Pierson; Breelyn; Ashlyn and Khloe; and great-great grandchildren, Kinsley and Bentley.

William was preceded in death by his parents, Dana and Lucille Wright; his loving wife, Judy Marie Wright in 2017; daughter, Tammy; son-in-law, Gary Smith; great grandson Hunter; and brothers, Robert and Donald Wright.

FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS In the Matter of the Estate of: WILLIAM E. BERG, Deceased. Case No. 24PB08827

INFORMATION TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that TERESA DAVIS has been appointed as personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate of WILLIAM E. BERG are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative at 2800 NE 69th Court, Vancouver, WA 98665, or through their attorney, Nathan B. McClintock, at PO Box 1178, Coos Bay, OR 97420, or in person at 936 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may

be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, the personal representative, or the lawyer for the personal representative, Nathan B. McClintock. Dated and first published on October 15, 2024. Nathan B. McClintock, OSB #841520 Attorney for Personal Representative

Fax: (541) 269-1126

Email: nmcclintock@ epuerto.com

PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: Teresa Davis 2800 NE 69th Cr. Vancouver WA 98665

360.936.0841

Email: teridavis@live.com

Published: 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, and 11/5/2024, The World 402126

Friends and family are encouraged to sign the online guestbook at www. coosbayareafunerals.com and www. theworldlink.com.

butterflies and anything John Wayne. She also always looked forward to her monthly 1971 classmate luncheons. Bonnie’s dedication to her faith, family and community served as an inspiration to all who knew her. She will be remembered not just for her struggles, but for the great strength that she displayed in overcoming them.

Bonnie is survived by her parents, Voneal and Emma Hadden, Coos Bay, Oregon; her sister and brother-in-law, Debbie and Wayne McPherson, Coos Bay, Oregon; sister, Glenda Hadden, Coos Bay, Oregon; and her beloved nieces and nephews. Please join us in celebrating the life of Bonnie J. Hadden on October

to the dignity and diversity of their culture, tradition, histories and aspirations, which shall be appropriately reflected in education and public information and places an obligation in states to take effective measures in consultation, and cooperation with the indigenous peoples concerned to combat prejudice and eliminate discrimination and to promote tolerance, understanding and good relations among indigenous peoples and all other segments of society.”

The proclamation was approved unanimously.

26, 2024, at 1 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, 1140 S. 10th Street, Coos Bay, Oregon, 97420.

Benetti asked the citizens of Coos Bay to “utilize the day as an opportunity to reflect on the ongoing struggles of indigenous people and of this land to celebrate the thriving cultures and values of the indigenous people of our region.”

Council President Lucinda Dinovo voices her gratitude for Coos Bay’s tribes and their peoples.

“We are fortunate to have not only the Coquille Indian Tribe and the Confederated Tribes of the Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians here in this community and how

we benefit economically from that, and the contributions you make, we are so fortunate,” she said. “Rural Oregon would look remarkably different without your contribution, so thank you.”

Mayor Benetti likewise expressed his appreciation.

“We’re fortunate in this community to be able to have the tribes we do and the relationships we do, and the working relationships we have. In other areas they don’t. I just think it’s wonderful we have it,” he said. “I look forward to a long, prosperous relationship.”

Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.

and

This hasn’t been calculated yet, having just reached their deadline, but Engelke anticipates a great need still for

and funding for infrastructure

particularly housing.

She also expects interest in a complete restoration of recreational immunity as being a top priority, as this issue affects “all of Oregon, especially coastal areas.”

“If recreational immunity isn’t fully restored, there can be a situation where hiking trails and beaches and parks are closed down,” she said. “We’re keeping a real close eye on that.”

Next year will be LOC’s 100 year anniversary.

To celebrate the milestone, LOC will be talking about “why the League was important 100 years ago and why it’s important now.”

“It started with 25 cities. Coos Bay, our neighbor, was one of the founding members. They, at the time, 100 years ago, wanted to make sure they came together as one to have that one voice for Oregon and to really also emphasize at the legislative level how important it is to have local authority,” said Engelke. “Those issues are still the same today, after 100 years. I want

to make sure I continue to be that voice for rural Oregon.”

In addition to being North Bend’s mayor, Engelke was also appointed earlier this year to the governor’s South Coast Regional Solutions advisory committee. Engelke told The World she’s able to tackle so many responsibilities because, “I love what I do for our community.”

“It’s important to me that we’re solving problems here in North Bend, and I’m able to do that in my role as Mayor, but we also have to keep an eye on what’s happening at the state level, because the decisions made in Salem affect us here,” she said. “This is one of the avenues that I have making sure people in Salem know about the issues that affect coastal communities, rural areas and towns that are 10,000 people and under, and that’s us here in North Bend.”

LCPD K9 Nato and LCSO K9 Ghost track

domestic assault suspect

On Sunday, Oct. 6, Lincoln City Police Department received an area callout for a K9 to assist in the capture of a man suspected of a violent domestic assault against his mother in Tillamook County. The subject had fled the immediate area, had access to firearms, and had numerous previous arrests for violent felony crimes including assaulting a peace officer.

Both Lincoln City Police Department K9 Nato and Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office K9 Ghost responded to conduct a two-dog deployment within the expansive search area. K9 Nato gave a strong alert to human odor along a riverbank and both dogs continued to follow the scent trail. As K9 Nato began lunging and pulling into an area of thick brush, the officers gave a loud and clear K9 announcement, warning the suspect that if he did not surrender, he may be bitten. The suspect peacefully surrendered at that time without further incident, and was taken into custody by the Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office.

One of the goals of the Lincoln City Police K9 program is to bring about peaceful surrenders that allow the criminal justice system to proceed, as well as keeping our officers safe. This is a great example of how we share our tools and expertise throughout Lincoln County and the surrounding areas

The Chamber Minute

From the desk of Rosey Thomas

Hello, Chamber members!

It’s Rosey here.

Lately, my mind has been racing as I try to make sense of the world around us. There are strange happenings in the stars, wars and natural disasters, and endless debates over politics and various issues. In my role as a representative for our local businesses, I strive to focus on what I can control—my daily

actions, my attitude, and my response to the chaos that often feels overwhelming. To be effective leaders, we must consider how our actions impact those around us. This October, our Leadership Coos lesson centers on gratitude. Embracing gratefulness can be a powerful antidote to negativity. Recognizing and appreciating those who work tirelessly for us can transform the culture of our organizations. In these challenging times, it’s more important than ever to show

genuine appreciation to our teams.

If you find yourself caught in negativity, take a moment to reflect on what you’re grateful for. Make a list and keep it visible as a reminder of the joy in your life. By cultivating an attitude of gratitude, we can not only improve our own outlook but also inspire those around us. Together, we have the potential to create positive change in our community and beyond.

Let’s commit to leading with gratitude!

BY ROSEY THOMAS

Executive director, Bay Area Chamber of Commerce

Rosey Thomas

The police blotter is a public record of incidents as reported by law-

Monday 09/30:

North Bend

• 3:06 am, criminal trespass, 1450 block of Virginia Avenue.

• 7:41 am, business alarm, 1934 block of Newmark Street.

• 10:42 am, disorderly conduct, area of Virginia and Harrison.

• 11:19 am, hit and run, 3691 block of Vista Drive.

• 12:17 pm, unlawful entry into motor vehicle, 525 block of Delaware Street.

• 1:04 pm, indecent exposure, area of Newmark and Broadway.

• 9:05 pm, criminal trespass, 3427 block of Ash Street.

• 9:51 pm, criminal trespass, 515 block of California Avenue.

• 10:38 pm, 19 year old arrested on violation of court order, 2783 block of Spruce Street.

Coos Bay

• 12:36 am, shots red, area of Eastside.

• 12:55 am, 70 year old female cited on failure to appear on theft II, 320 block of Central Avenue.

• 1:45 am, suspicious subject, 608 block of South Empire Boulevard.

• 1:52 am, dispute, 1615 block of Minnesota Avenue.

• 2:37 am, suspicious subject, 971 block of South Broadway Street.

• 2:46 am, 32 year old cited on DUII, area of South 1st and Johnson.

• 4:40 am, alarm, 480 block of Hall Avenue.

• 6:51 am, dispute, 230 block of East Johnson Avenue.

• 7:14 am, burglary, 652 block of South Empire Boulevard.

• 7:16 am, business alarm, 1155 block of South 5th Street.

• 8:40 am, criminal trespass, 1720 block of Ocean Boulevard.

• 9:00 am, disorderly conduct, area of Thompson and North 17th.

• 9:06 am, lost dog, 1860 block of Southwest Boulevard.

• 9:21 am, criminal trespass, area of Country Forest.

• 10:00 am, suspicious subject, 400 block of Madison Street.

• 10:00 am, criminal trespass, area of Gar eld and Fillmore.

• 10:12 am, theft, 909 block of Michigan

Avenue.

• 10:36 am, unlawful vehicle, area of 8th and Date.

• 11:14 am, criminal mischief, 1295 block of South Broadway Street.

• 12:08 pm, 1075 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 12:47 pm, criminal trespass, area of Montgomery and South Cammann.

• 1:30 pm, assault, 1098 block of West Ingersoll Avenue.

• 1:47 pm, theft, 1330 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 2:04 pm, suspicious subject, 114 block of North Wasson Street.

• 3:37 pm, theft, 1400 block of Ocean Boulevard.

• 5:08 pm, criminal trespass, 1075 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 5:33 pm, threats, 749 block of South 4th Street.

• 6:24 pm, dispute, 1625 block of California Avenue.

• 6:30 pm, criminal trespass, 299 block of South Bayshore Drive.

• 6:34 pm, criminal trespass, 1988 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 6:37 pm, alarm, 951 block of Fulton Avenue.

• 6:55 pm, dispute, 1724 block of North 14th Street.

• 7:17 pm, accident, 310 block of North Marple Street.

• 7:17 pm, ght, 1995 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 7:22 pm, dispute, 1625 block of California Avenue.

• 7:37 pm, disorderly conduct, area of North Broadway and Commercial.

• 7:40 pm, 58 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on burglary II and theft II, 235 block of North Broadway Street.

• 8:25 pm, business alarm, 568 block of South 2nd Street.

• 10:06 pm, dispute, 1640 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 10:58 pm, harassment, 2890 block of Ocean Boulevard.

Coquille

• 8:45 am, criminal trespass, 1201 block of Shelley Road.

• 11:10 am, 26 year old lodged at Coos County Jail on criminal trespass II and resisting arrest, 240 block of West Highway 42.

• 1:38 pm, dispute, 917 block of North Elliot Street.

• 4:50 pm, criminal trespass, 390 block of West 5th Street.

• 7:08 pm, dispute, 382 block of West Central Boulevard.

• 7:33 pm, suspicious subject, 64 block of South Folsom Street.

• 7:58 pm, 26 year old female transported to Coos County Jail on

criminal trespass II and probation violation, 240 block of West Highway 42.

• 9:07 pm, harassment, 1266 block of West 11th Street.

Tuesday 10/01:

North Bend

• 2:16 am, criminal trespass, 1853 block of Ash Court.

• 6:23 am, dispute, area of Harbor Avenue and Washington.

• 6:59 am, suspicious subject, 1611 block of Virginia Avenue.

• 8:24 am, unlawful vehicle, area of Harbor Avenue.

• 9:08 am, 53 year old female cited on driving while suspended, area of Broadway and Inland.

• 10:36 am, unlawful vehicle, area of Tower and Vista.

• 11:46 am, sex offender registration, 835 block of California Avenue.

• 12:33 pm, hit and run, 1988 block of Virginia Avenue.

• 12:50 pm, unlawful vehicle, 3500 block of Cedar.

• 1:30 pm, 61 year old female cited on driving while suspended, area of Dishner’s.

• 4:24 pm, unlawful vehicle, 900 block of Commercial.

• 8:38 pm, vehicle accident, area of McCullough Bridge.

• 8:49 pm, dispute, 1611 block of Virginia Avenue.

• 9:42 pm, 56 year old male cited on driving while suspended, area of 16th and Broadway.

Coos Bay

• 12:00 am, 56 year old male cited on driving while suspended, area of Olive Barber and Isthmus Height.

• 12:41 am, hit and run, 871 block of South Broadway Street.

• 1:32 am, theft, 720 block of Seagate Avenue.

• 4:36 am, 53 year old male cited on driving while suspended, 1059 block of Evans Boulevard.

• 7:26 am, injured animal, 1525 block of Ocean Boulevard.

• 7:47 am, criminal

mischief, 1255 block of Hemlock Avenue.

• 8:40 am, menacing, 823 block of Paci c Avenue.

• 8:48 am, criminal trespass, 123 block of Ocean Boulevard.

• 10:26 am, criminal trespass, 1200 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 10:46 am, criminal trespass, 1988 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 12:36 pm, dispute, 1625 block of California Avenue.

• 12:41 pm, criminal trespass, 2045 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 1:38 pm, 43 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on failure to appear on theft II, area of South Wasson and Montgomery.

• 2:09 pm, criminal trespass, 1260 block of South 1st Street.

• 2:10 pm, criminal trespass, 200 block of North Ross Street.

• 2:57 pm, theft, 3340 block of Ocean Boulevard.

• 4:30 pm, dispute, 1625 block of California Avenue.

• 4:54 pm, burglary, 823 block of Paci c Avenue.

• 6:46 pm, disorderly conduct, 1775 block of Thompson Road.

• 7:51 pm, disorderly conduct, area of Woodland Drive and Myrtle Avenue.

• 8:00 pm, criminal trespass, 180 block of North Schoneman.

• 8:11 pm, dispute, 1625 block of California Avenue.

• 9:01 pm, prowler, 1042 block of Kentucky Avenue.

• 9:39 pm, criminal trespass, 1775 block of Thompson Road.

• 9:53 pm, business alarm, 130 block of North Cammann Street.

• 10:00 pm, business alarm, 579 block of South Broadway Street.

• 11:02 pm, shots red, 685 block of F Street.

Coquille

• 3:08 am, criminal trespass, 240 block of West Highway 42.

• 4:27 am, business alarm, 484 block of North Central Boulevard.

• 5:52 am, suspicious

subject, 1271 block of West 11th Street.

• 1:23 pm, fraud, 853 block of West 15th Street.

Reedsport

• 10:00 am, suspicious activity, area of Reedsport Police Department.

• 1:41 pm, rape, area of Reedsport.

• 6:53 pm, re, 1595 block of Hawthorne.

Wednesday 10/02:

North Bend

• 1:15 am, dispute, 1800 block of Union Avenue.

• 5:05 am, business alarm, 2191 block of Marion Avenue.

• 8:05 am, dispute, 1501 block of Virginia Avenue.

• 8:06 am, criminal trespass, 93570 block of Viking Lane.

• 9:18 am, criminal trespass, 3701 block of Tremont Street.

• 9:25 am, unlawful vehicle, 900 block of Commercial Street.

• 9:46 am, criminal trespass, 1503 block of Virginia Avenue.

• 1:11 pm, suspicious subject, 2021 block of Sherman Avenue.

• 1:46 pm, suspicious subject, area of Harbor Avenue.

• 1:59 pm, accident, 3201 block of Tremont Avenue.

• 2:02 pm, robbery, 1611 block of Virginia Avenue.

• 2:04 pm, suspicious subject, area of Cedar and Kinney.

• 2:44 pm, 33 year old female transported to Coos County Jail on possession of a controlled substance, 1735 block of Virginia Avenue.

• 3:13 pm, dispute, 1700 block of Hamilton Avenue.

• 4:12 pm, 36 year old transported to Coos County Jail on criminal trespass II, 1503 block of Virginia Avenue.

• 7:07 pm, criminal trespass, 2603 block of Broadway Avenue.

• 9:40 pm, disorderly conduct, area of Newmark and Broadway.

• 10:45 pm, burglary, 2390 block of Tremont Avenue.

Coos Bay

• 7:38 am, 31 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on criminal trespass II, 1200 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 8:16 am, criminal trespass, 149 block of South 7th Street.

• 8:23 am, fraud, 1059 block of Evans Boulevard.

• 8:58 am, harassment, 275 block of North Broadway Street.

• 9:03 am, criminal trespass, 225 block of South 7th Street.

• 9:15 am, criminal trespass, 1155 block of Evans Boulevard.

• 10:20 am, man down, area of North 10th Street and West Commercial Avenue.

• 11:56 am, criminal trespass, 1020 block of South 1st Street.

• 1:18 pm, theft of services, 25 block of East Johnson Avenue.

• 2:56 pm, 50 year old male cited on driving while suspended, area of Marple and Newmark.

• 3:21 pm, 40 year old female cited on driving while suspended, 550 block of South 4th Street.

• 4:03 pm, business alarm, 150 block of South Wall Street.

• 4:40 pm, disorderly conduct, 192 block of Norman Avenue.

• 6:08 pm, business alarm, 2238 block of Pony Creek Road.

• 8:18 pm, harassment, 718 block of F Street.

• 9:02 pm, criminal trespass, 140 block of South Schoneman Street.

• 9:06 pm, dispute, 1605 block of Howard Street.

Coquille

• 9:05 am, unlawful vehicle, 1000 block of West 12th Street.

• 7:03 pm, criminal trespass, 357 block of North Alder Street.

• 8:22 pm, criminal trespass, 240 block of West highway 42. • 8:22 pm, suspicious subject, 509 block of North Collier Street.

Reedsport

• 11:08 am, harassing phone calls, 3000 block of Morris Place.

By BREE LAUGHLIN

get people to change. Most people are very pleased to learn,” he said.

Reg Pulen, President of the Port of Bandon Commission and liaison to the Coquille Tribe, provided an outlook on the history of the area during the event.

“People have been here for over 13, 000 years uti-

lizing this environment. Can you imagine the difference that they had in terms of understanding this environment compared to what we understand? It’s incomparable,” Pulen said. Pulen said understanding the cultures that have largely been forgotten in history add another layer of knowledge and appreciation for the coastal landscapes in our area.

Members of the United States Department of Fish

and Wildlife Service also attended the ribbon cutting ceremony.

They thanked volunteers who came down to the site over the summer “to make sure this place isn’t loved to death” as well as inspiring people “to do the right thing” while they are recreating on the beach.

The USDFW employees also thanked SEA volunteers for taking the lead on the marine garden designation.

“Coquille Point was

protected because the community came together,” said Kate Iaquinto.

Nick Schoeppner, Oregon State Parks employee and manager of Bullard’s State Park talked about how it can tricky to both preserve and protect, while also encouraging visitors to come and enjoy natural sites such as Coquille Point.

“One thing we don’t often talk about is how inherently contradictory our work can be sometimes,” Schoeppner

said. The mission of the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is to protect and provide outstanding natural, scenic, cultural, historic, and recreational sites for the enjoyment and education of current and future generations.

“The whole concept of providing and protecting can really be a challenge. Because if we encourage everybody to come out

and visit – everybody does come out and visit – which is great. But, it’s really hard to protect that resource and maintain it,” Shoeppner said.

“Meanwhile, if we protect all the resources and keep everybody out, then nobody is able to develop the reasons why that resource is so important. I think the Marine Garden is such an exciting opportunity because it gets to that balance we seek to achieve in providing and protecting,” he said.

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