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Fall fun for families at Mahaffy Ranch

ranch and make a day of it. They strive to provide visitors with a family-friendly experience in a beautiful harvest setting.

ranch opened its Harvest Festival on Sept. 20. It will remain open through Oct. 31.

and

“Sweet Dreams” coming to Florence C.R.O.W. Theatre in December

FLORENCE — Nothing kicks off the holiday season quite like C.R.O.W.’s production of The Holly Jolly Follies.

This year’s Follies will be presented at the Florence Events Center Dec. 6, 7, and 8. Director and playwright Melanie Heard has created an enchanting script entitled “Sweet Dreams: A North Pole Nutcracker.” The show is loosely based on the beloved classical ballet story, but according to Heard is “not your grandma’s Nutcracker!”

Heard danced in the traditional Nutcracker for eight years, portraying every role from a dancing Mirliton, to a demi-soloist Waltz of the Flowers dancer, to a party-goer to a soldier chasing rats around.

“The Nutcracker is forever a part of my heart,” she says. “But this show is quite a spin on the classic favorite.”

Several familiar characters

will return, including adorable Sparkle Elf. Sparkle was cast as "Clara" in the North Pole's Nutcracker, but Santa and Mrs. Claus have had her running around so much that she's become totally exhausted! During a Nutcracker rehearsal, she falls asleep and is whisked away to a magical dream world where she encounters bizarre, mystical, and fantastical creatures. She also meets a handsome Prince who teaches her the power of friendship. Sparkle learns that being present for the little things in life is perhaps one of the most beautiful gifts of all.

This year’s Follies will feature associate direction by Genevieve Shahan, musical direction by Maree Beers, plus many other talented volunteers and performers.

As always, there will be delightful variety act style performances, intermixed

throughout. These will include the Flight Dance Team, several beautiful vocalists, various aged tappers, hip-hoppers, and belly dancers, C.R.O.W.’s ballet and contemporary dance class performances, a commercial spoof, the Sugarplum Fairy variation, live music, the Dance Moms, and of course the World Famous Tutu Dads, who will waltz their way across the stage like never-before-seen vivacious blooms. Ticket sales from the Follies support C.R.O.W.’s free and low-cost arts programming, including scholarships for youth, educational materials, and production costs for the non-pro t’s Spring mainstage production (Matilda The Musical), which will hold open auditions in January, 2025. The Follies is a family

each crafted by a local artist, adding person-

Photos by Bree Laughlin

Thursday 10/10:

North Bend

• 1:29 am, dispute, 1840 block of 12th Street.

• 9:09 am, dispute, 3635 block of Sherman Avenue.

• 9:37 am, business alarm, 1501 block of Virginia Avenue.

• 10:44 am, suspicious subject, area of Sherman and Clark.

• 11:58 am, shots fired, 1500 block of 16th Street.

• 12:50 pm, juvenile problem, 93670 block of Viking Lane.

• 1:34 pm, suspicious subject, area of Sheridan and Ohio.

• 3:16 pm, suspicious subject, area of Lincoln and 11th.

• 3:29 pm, accident, 1397 block of Sherman Avenue.

• 3:50 pm, 47 year old cited on criminal trespass II, area of Newmark and Cedar.

• 4:36 pm, threats, 1726 block of McPherson Avenue.

• 5:16 pm, 53 year old male cited on driving while suspended, 2131 block of Newmark Street.

• 9:27 pm, criminal mischief, 1225 block of Virginia Avenue.

• 10:59 pm, criminal trespass, 2389 block of Sherman Avenue.

Coos Bay

• 12:01 am, business alarm, 1555 block of North 6th Street.

• 1:17 am, disorderly conduct, area of South 2nd Court.

• 2:03 am, business alarm, 260 block of South Broadway Street.

• 2:41 am, disorderly conduct, area of Highway 101 and Johnson.

• 5:51 am, suspicious subject, 1495 block of Teakwood Avenue.

• 7:47 am, criminal trespass, 842 block of South Empire Boulevard.

• 7:49 am, unlawful vehicle, area of Dunn Street.

• 8:37 am, accident, area of

friendly event, and also features a lobby boutique with treats and surprises, and a concession stand

Coos River Highway and D Street.

• 9:19 am, criminal trespass, 100 block of North Empire.

• 9:43 am, 31 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on criminal trespass II, 1200 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 11:39 am, disorderly conduct, 1445 block of North Bayshore Drive.

• 12:05 pm, theft, 1109 block of South 1st Street.

• 12:33 pm, theft, area of 2nd and Central.

• 12:54 pm, criminal mischief, 1305 block of Crocker Street.

• 1:18 pm, indecent exposure, area of Koos Bay Boulevard.

• 1:43 pm, suspicious subject, area of Koos Bay Boulevard and Thompson Road.

• 2:52 pm, 37 year old male cited on contempt of court, 1432 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 3:23 pm, threats, 370 block of 2nd Avenue.

• 3:39 pm, unlawful vehicle, 800 block of 8th Terrace.

• 3:39 pm, 25 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on unlawful possession of Fentanyl and probation violation, 800 block of 8th Terrace.

• 3:53 pm, fraud, 250 block of South Marple Street.

• 5:59 pm, suspicious subject, area of Ocean and Newmark.

• 8:52 pm, suspicious subject, area of Thomas Avenue.

• 9:02 pm, alarm, 2305 block of Ocean Boulevard.

• 9:04 pm, criminal trespass, area of Cranberry Sweets.

• 9:54 pm, shoplifter, 2051 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 10:06 pm, criminal trespass, 2051 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 10:10 pm, suspicious subject, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 10:14 pm, accident, area of Woodland and Thomp-

son.

• 10:47 pm, 42 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on criminal trespass II, 328 block of South 2nd Street.

• 11:06 pm, criminal trespass, 275 block of East Johnson Avenue.

Coquille

• 8:51 am, 57 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on disorderly conduct II, area of North Adams Street.

• 1:55 pm, criminal trespass, 940 block of East 5th Street.

• 7:59 pm, suspicious subject, 400 block of North Central Boulevard.

• 10:21 pm, prowler, 221 block of West 4th Street.

Reedsport

• 3:51 am, suspicious activity, area of State Highway 38 and Highway 101.

• 5:17 am, suspicious activity, 2149 block of Cedar Avenue.

• 7:36 am, animal problem, area of Video Wave.

• 7:37 am, animal problem, 950 block of View Street.

• 11:36 am, domestic disturbance, area of Fir Grove Motel.

• 4:01 pm, juvenile problem, 790 block of Juniper Avenue.

• 4:42 pm, fire, 803 block of Doyle Street.

• 6:41 pm, suspicious activity, 2210 block of Arthur Drive.

• 9:34 pm, suspicious activity, area of RVFD Station 2.

• 9:43 pm, suspicious activity, area of Best Western.

• 10:41 pm, disturbance, area of McDonald’s.

Friday 10/11:

North Bend

• 1:05 am, theft, area of Monroe Avenue.

• 1:25 am, 20 year old cited on driving while suspended, 2031 block of Newmark Street.

• 4:51 am, business alarm, 1942 block of Sherman Avenue.

provided by the Events Center. There will be collection bins in the lobby to benefit Florence Food Share, so please consider bringing food donations when you attend the show. In conjunction with this event, there will be a Gingerbread Home contest with a $100 cash prize. The homes will be on display in the lobby.

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Coquille

• 12:41 am, juvenile problem, 837 block of North Dean Street.

• 8:51 am, 57 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on disorderly conduct II, area of North Adams Street.

• 1:55 pm, criminal trespass, 940 block of East 5th Street.

• 7:59 pm, suspicious subject, 400 block of North Central Boulevard.

• 10:21 pm, prowler, 221 block of West 4th Street.

Reedsport

• 3:51 am, suspicious activity, area of State Highway 38 and Highway 101.

• 5:17 am, suspicious activity, 2149 block of Cedar Avenue.

• 7:36 am, animal problem, area of Video Wave.

• 7:37 am, animal problem, 950 block of View Street.

• 11:36 am, domestic disturbance, area of Fire Grove Motel.

• 4:42 pm, fire, 803 block of Doyle Street.

• 10:41 pm, disturbance, area of McDonald’s.

Saturday 10/12:

North Bend

• 8:33 am, unlawful vehicle, 2100 block of Madrona.

• 9:52 am, dispute, 2000 block of Lincoln Street.

• 10:45 am, disorderly conduct, 1700 block of Hamilton Avenue.

• 2:22 pm, criminal trespass, 1860 block of Union Avneue.

• 3:37 pm, 70 year old male cited on unlawful possession of methamphetamine, area of Ash and Newmark.

• 5:15 pm, business alarm, 2323 block of Pacific Street.

• 8:10 pm, shots fired, 1510 block of Meade Street.

• 8:29 pm, suspicious subject, area of Johnson.

• 9:06 pm, dispute, area of California and Union.

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For tickets to The 2024 Holly Jolly Follies, visit the Florence Events Center website at www.

Coos Bay

• 5:12 am, business alarm, 260 block of South Broadway Street.

• 7:35 am, criminal trespass, 1195 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 11:42 am, business alarm, 1140 block of South 10th Street.

• 12:00 pm, criminal trespass, 1075 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 3:18 pm, criminal trespass, 1075 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 4:44 pm, accident, 522 block of South 4th Street.

• 5:13 pm, menacing, 1200 block of Newmark.

• 5:52 pm, 31 year old female cited on theft II, 1020 block of South 1st Street.

• 7:21 pm, criminal trespass, 1020 block of South 1st Street.

• 7:54 pm, injured animal, area pf 10th and Commercial.

• 9:38 pm, suspicious subject, 3055 block of Ocean Boulevard.

• 11:13 pm, criminal trespass, 925 block of South Broadway Street.

Coquille

• 12:41 am, juvenile problem, 837 block of North Dean Street.

• 8:18 am, dispute, 624 block of East 11th Street.

• 9:36 am, dispute, 624 block of East 11th Street.

Reedsport

• 9:09 am, harassment, 2655 block of Frontage Road.

• 6:12 pm, animal problem, area of Reedsport Foursquare Church.

Sunday 10/13:

North Bend

• 4:27 am, suspicious subject, 2800 block of Oak Street.

• 6:21 am, suspicious subject, 888 block of Vermont Avenue.

• 6:32 am, disorderly conduct, area of Newmark and Kenware.

• 7:36 am, 28 year old fe-

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• 8:27 am, 44 year old female cited on driving while suspended, area of Virginia and Union.

• 8:46 am, dispute, 1700 block of Hamilton Ave.

• 10:16 am, criminal trespass, 400 block of Virginia Avenue.

• 10:56 am, dispute, 1067 block of Newmark Street.

• 2:31 pm, business alarm, 2323 block of Pacific St.

• 7:09 pm, criminal trespass, 1659 block of Virginia Avenue.

• 11:45 pm, criminal trespass, 835 block of California Avenue.

Coos Bay

• 8:40 am, alarm, 661 block of South Marple Street.

• 11:15 am, suspicious subject, 281 block of Laclair Street.

• 3:40 pm, dispute, 191 block of North 13th Street.

• 4:00 pm, dispute, 436 block of South Wasson Street.

• 5:26 pm, runaway juvenile, 1142 block of Commercial Avenue.

• 5:47 pm, criminal trespass, area of Vega Property.

• 5:51 pm, suspicious subject, 260 block of 2nd Avenue.

• 5:56 pm, suspicious subject, 1865 block of North 14th Street.

• 6:11 pm, runaway juvenile, 1545 block of Pennsylvania Avenue.

• 6:26 pm, criminal trespass, 230 block of East Johnson Avenue.

• 6:29 pm, runaway juvenile, 2333 block of Montana Avneue.

• 7:54 pm, business alarm, 1155 block of

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al and cultural meaning to the project.

Promotion Arrow (Orange): Designed by Margarita Grooms, a minority artist originally from Phoenix, Ariz., the promotion arrow points to Grant Circle, the heart of local events such as parades, festivals, and community gatherings. Grooms, a military veteran and business student at Southwestern Oregon Community College, drew inspiration from her experience in hospitality and community-building. Her design reflects her love for bringing people together and celebrates the vibrant community spirit that thrives in North Bend.

Design Arrow (Green):

Created by Blaise Barshaw, a senior artist who is known for his murals and hand-drawn greeting cards, the green arrow guides visitors to the historic Liberty Theatre. Barshaw, who painted the well-known octopus mural at the Walmart entrance, was inspired

by the theatre’s role as a cultural hub in downtown revitalization. His design emphasizes the importance of arts in shaping the visual identity of the community and highlights the theatre as a space where the arts and local history come together.

-Organization Arrow (Yellow): Crafted by 10-year-old Mikalai Kuliashou, a youth artist from Belarus, the yellow arrow points to the North Bend Public Library, symbolizing community engagement and inclusion. Mikalai, who sold his first painting at the age of 5, is deeply inspired by the role of libraries in providing knowledge and fostering creativity. His design reflects a sense of wonder and curiosity, qualities that the library nurtures in the local community, making it a key part of North Bend’s organizational framework.

-Economic Vitality Arrow (Blue): Designed by Veronika Akhramovich, a local female artist, the blue arrow directs visitors to the Down-

town Business District, showcasing the economic energy of North Bend. Veronika, who has created art installations across the streets of Coos Bay and North Bend, is passionate about the role of art in social and cultural expression. Her work for the Economic Vitality arrow is inspired by the resilience of local businesses and the economic heartbeat that sustains North Bend’s downtown area. Through her art, she captures the essence of entrepreneurship and community growth.

The post supporting the Wayfinder Sign was created from a tree sourced from Simpson Park, a site of historical significance in North Bend. Purchased by Asa M. Simpson in 1855, the park has served many purposes over the years, from a ball field to an auto camp. While some of the park’s trees have suffered decay or storm damage over time, the Main Street program saw an opportunity to repurpose one of the trees marked for removal, transforming it into the

post for the Wayfinder Sign. This careful crafting and preservation reflect North Bend’s dedication to honoring its natural history while embracing new possibilities for placemaking and community engagement. The wayfinder sign was made possible thanks to the generous support of Oregon Main Street, AARP, and the City of North Bend. AARP awarded the Main Street program a $3,000 grant to fund the project after North Bend Main Street showcased a mock-up of the project at the Oregon Main Street Conference in 2023. The Main Street program is deeply grateful for the continued support of these organizations in bringing the vision of the Four-Point Wayfinder Sign to life.

For more information about the Four-Point Wayfinder Sign and other Main Street projects, visit the North Bend Main Street website at northbendoregon.us/wayfindersign.

HOW TO PLAY: Each row, column, and set of 3-by-3 boxes must contain the numbers 1 through 9 without repetition.

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PUZZLE ANSWERS

Sudoku Puzzle 10/25

Coos Bay Downtown Association’s Halloween Trick or Treat

Coos Bay Downtown Association, along with businesses in downtown, along Front Street and in the Coos Bay Village, are opening their doors for Coos Bay’s Annual Trick or Treat the Streets on Halloween, Thursday, Oct. 31, from 3 to 5 p.m. Trick or Treaters should look for the large orange pumpkin poster displayed in the window of participating businesses. All downtown merchants, Front Street district and Coos Bay Village merchants displaying the orange pumpkin poster will have treats for the kiddies. It’s a terrific way for your kids to enjoy Halloween. Everyone is encouraged to dress up and have some fun. Post your photos using the hashtag #CBDAHalloween and show us how creative you can get with your costumes. You can download a list of participating businesses on Oct. 28 at www.coosbaydowntown.com or find it on Facebook.

The sidewalks fill up with ghosts, goblins, superheroes and princesses so please pay extra attention

downtown during this event. The Coos Bay Downtown Association promotes Coos Bay as an attractive place to live, work and visit by continually enhancing the quality of life of the downtown area. Come to downtown Coos Bay and shop, eat, mingle and explore! Learn more about the Coos Bay Downtown Association at www.coosbaydowntown.com. For any additional information contact Harv Schubothe at 541266-9706 or by email at mainstreetmanager@ coosbaydowntown.com.

Community Calendar of Events

Please email worldcirculation@countrymedia.net to submit an event. Prints every Friday in The World!

Paci c Home Health and Hospice: Grief and Loss support group

1st Friday of the month from 12- 2 p.m. Kaffe 101171 S Broadway, Coos Bay

All are welcome. For questions, call 541-266-7005.

The Coos Bay and North Bend Parkinson’s Support Group

Second Thursday of each month from 1- 2:30 p.m. Coos Bay Public Library (Myrtlewood Room)525 Anderson Avenue

The support group is sponsored by Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon (PRO). Local contact information: Aaron - 541.808.1336. Learn more about PRO’s services at www.parkinsonsresources.org

Friends of Coos County Animals (FOCCAS)

Every Saturday from 12- 3 p.m. Pony Village Mall- 1611 Virginia Ave, North Bend

All of our adoptable cats and dogs live in foster homes. For more information, visit: https:// friendsofcooscountyanimals.org

The American Council of the Blind of Oregon, Southwest Chapter Every 2nd Saturday @ 11:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.

The Venture Inn Restaurant- 2265 Inland Point Dr, North Bend

For more information, call Leonard Kokel at 541-888-0846

Community Cooking with the Co-Op Every 4th Thursday @ 5:30 p.m. Zoom

Coos Bay Library has teamed up with Coos Head Food Co-op to provide safe, easy, and healthy recipes to cre-

ate at home. This event is FREE and open to everyone. For ingredients and access, please register by going to https://bit. ly/3powyqG

Liberty Theatre Phase VII Open House Thursday, October 25, from 5- 7 p.m.

The Liberty Theatre2100 Sherman Ave, North Bend Free! Join us to see the newest addition, Phase VII, now open for occupancy. This event will be during business after hours, with the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce. With over 3,000 sq. feet of space, this second story contains rehearsal space, dressing rooms, restrooms, and a sewing center. Thanks to a very generous donation, the main space will be named the “Molly & David Ford and Theresa & Ken Erskine” LTOB Youth Theatre

Egyptian Theatre Presents: Halloween Friday, October 25 @ 7 p.m. and Saturday, October 26 @ 2 p.m. Egyptian Theatre229 S Broadway, Coos Bay

Doors open at 6:30 pm Friday and 1:30 pm Saturday. Regular Admission.

Rumors, a comedy by Neil Simon Friday, October 25 & Saturday, October 26 @ 7 p.m.

The Liberty Theatre2100 Sherman Ave, North Bend

Doors open at 6 pm. Tickets are $22. Tickets at the door, http://www. thelibertytheatre.org or at the box of ce on Tuesdays from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Box of ce: 541-756-4336. For more information Contact Shirley Kintner. Email at kintner60@ gmail.com or call at 541-207-2418.

CAM Spooky Week:

A Totally Rad 1980s

Murder Mystery Dinner

Saturday, October 26 from 5- 8 p.m.

CAM Studio- 187 Central Ave, Coos Bay

Tickets are $27 for members and $32 for non- members. Buy your tickets at coosart.org. Catered by Black Market Gourmet.

Sawdust Theatre Presents: “A Boy Named Sue” Saturday, October 26 from 7:30- 9:30 p.m. 120 N Adams St, Coquille

Boy Named Sue is Oregon's nest horn band tribute to Johnny Cash and other country legends. Ticket prices are $15 prior to show or $20 at the door. www. sawdusttheatre.com Contact Michael Thurman at 541-396-4563 or 360-9708171.

The Coos Bass Collective

Saturday, October 26 from 8 p.m. - 2 a.m.

Pony Village Mall- 1210 N Front St, North Bend Ghoul’s Gala starring

Onhell. Join us for music, food, costume contest and more! 18+; 21+ for bar. $10 presales and $15

at the door.

Spooky Soirée Fundraiser

Saturday, October 26 from 6- 9 p.m. Coos Bay Public Library525 Anderson Ave, Coos Bay

This event features live music, tarot reading, games and prizes, costume contest, haunted library escape room, and more! Admission is $10 at the door. 21+ only and valid ID is required for admission. For more information, go to www. coosbaylibrary.org or call 541-269-1101.

Murder Mystery Dinner Party

Saturday, October 26 from 5- 8 p.m. Coos Art Museum- 235 Anderson Ave, Coos Bay

Join us for a thrilling night of mystery, intrigue, and delicious food catered by Black Market Gourmet. Tickets are $27 for members and $32 for non- members. Buy tickets at the front desk or email at development@ coosartmuseum.org.

VFW Veterans Picture Event

Saturday, October 26 @10:30 a.m. Bandon High School Gym- 550 9th St SW

Eugene "Gene" Hiserote, 94, of Coos Bay died October 11, 2024 in Coos Bay. Services will be announced under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. _www.coosbayareafunerals.com

Kenneth L. Seals, 63, of Coos Bay died October 9, 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

Russell A. Mathis, 64, of Newberg, passed away on October 6, 2024 in North Bend. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.

Caryl Frances Teplitz, 70, of Bandon, passed away on October 11, 2024 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.

All Veterans in the Bandon area are invited to participate in a group picture. Refreshments will be provided. The group picture will be circulated in The World for Veterans Day on November 11th and will also be available for download from the VFW website at www. vfw3440.org.

CAM Spooky Week: Pumpkin Bash Sunday, October 27 from 5- 7 p.m.

CAM Studio- 187 Central Ave, Coos Bay Free! Come make a collaged pumpkin while watching a silent spooky lm. All ages welcomed. Limited space for 30 people only. RSVP at coosart.org.

Tim Burton Style Portraits with a Friend Thursday, October 27 from 3:30- 5 p.m. Coos Bay Public Library525 Anderson Ave, Coos Bay Tweens and Teens ages 12-18 are invited to bring a friend to create portraits using the monochromatic, whimsical, simple, and slightly spooky style of Tim Burton. Please visit https:// www.coosbaylibrary. org/events or contact the library by calling (541)

269-1101.

Fall Festival 2024 Mahaffy Ranch Pumpkin Patch

Until Thursday, October 31- (Friday - Sunday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Monday- Thursday, 12- 6 p.m.) 10362 OR-241, Coos Bay Corn maze, hay rides, snack shack, cider barn. Farm animals, live music, and a huge pumpkin patch! For more information, visit www. mahaffyranch.com.

CAM Spooky Week: CAM after Dark & Mask Making Thursday, October 31 from 2- 5 p.m. Coos Art Museum and CAM Studio- 187 Central Ave, Coos Bay

Explore our exhibits and grab some refreshments at Coos Art Museum from 3 pm- 5pm. Candy handout and mask making from 2 pm- 5 pm at CAM Studio.

Egyptian Theatre Presents: Hocus Pocus with Costume Contest Thursday, October 31 @ 6 p.m. Egyptian Theatre- 229 S Broadway, Coos Bay Doors open at 5:30 pm.

Gerald Leroy Lusk, 69, of North Bend, passed away on October 11, 2024 in North Bend. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.

John Paul Hight, 70, of Coos Bay, passed away on October 11, 2024 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.

Deborah "Debbie" Anne Dumonceaux, 71, ofNorth Bend, passed away on October 12, 2024 in North Bend. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.

William O. McLain Jr., 81, of Coos Bay died October 8, 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

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Legal Notices 999 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS

In the Matter of the Estate of BETTY ELLEN MCKAY, Deceased.

Case No. 24PB08369 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Christopher McKay has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the attorney for the personal representative Jacques P. DePlois, P.O. Box 3159, 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, or the attorney/personal representative. Dated and ﬁrst published October 11, 2024. Jacques P. DePlois, Attorney for the Personal Representative P.O. Box 3159 Coos Bay, OR 97420 (541) 888-6338

Published: 10/11, 10/18, and 11/25/2024, The World 401843

TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE

The Trustee under the terms of the Trust Deed described herein, at the direction of the Beneficiary, hereby elects to sell the property described in the Trust Deed to satisfy the obligations secured thereby. Pursuant to ORS 86.771, the following information is provided: 1. PARTIES: Grantor: ALAN M. HATHAWAY Trustee: BRAD WILLIAMS C/O UPF WASHINGTON INCORPORATED Successor Trustee: NANCY K. CARY Beneficiary: UMPQUA BANK 2. DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: The real property is described as follows: As described on the attached Exhibit A 3. RECORDING. The Trust Deed was recorded as follows: Date Recorded: December 23, 2020 Recording No. 2020-12894 Official Records of Coos County, Oregon

4. DEFAULT. The Grantor or any other person obligated on the Trust Deed and Promissory Note secured thereby is in default and the Beneﬁciary seeks to foreclose the Trust Deed for failure to pay: Variable monthly payments, due the Twenty-Sixth (26) of each month, for the months of September 2023 through June 2024; plus late charges and advances; plus any unpaid real property taxes or liens, plus interest.

5. AMOUNT DUE. The amount due on the Note which is secured by the Trust Deed referred to herein is: Principal balance in the amount of $100,000.00; plus interest at variable interest rate from August 26, 2023; plus late charges of $965.53; plus advances and foreclosure attorney fees and costs.

6. SALE OF PROPERTY. The Trustee hereby states that the property will be sold to satisfy the obligations secured by the Trust Deed.

A Trustee’s Notice of Default and Election to Sell Under Terms of Trust Deed has been recorded in the Ofﬁcial Records of Coos County, Oregon.

7. TIME OF SALE. Date: December 19, 2024 Time: 11:00 a.m. Place: Coos County Courthouse, Front Entrance, 250 N. Baxter, Coquille, Oregon 97423

8. RIGHT TO REINSTATE.

Any person named in ORS 86.778 has the right, at any time that is not later than ﬁve days before the Trustee conducts the sale, to have this foreclosure dismissed and the Trust Deed reinstated by payment to the Beneﬁciary of the entire amount then due, other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred, by curing any other default that is capable of being cured by tendering the performance required under the obligation or Trust Deed and by paying all costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation and Trust Deed, together with the trustee’s and attorney’s fees not exceeding the amount provided in ORS 86.778.

NOTICE REGARDING POTENTIAL HAZARDS

(This notice is required for notices of sale sent on or after January 1, 2015.)

of legal aid programs, go to http://www.oregonlawhelp. org. Any questions regarding this matter should be directed to Lisa Summers, Paralegal, (541) 686-0344 (TS #30057.31652).

DATED: July 5, 2024. Nancy K. Cary, Successor Trustee, Hershner Hunter, LLP, P.O. Box 1475, Eugene, OR 97440.

EXHIBIT A

PARCEL I: Lots 4 and 5 of Section 25, Township 28 South, Range 12 West of the Willamette Meridian, Coos County, Oregon, lying Westerly of the County Road. SAVE AND EXCEPT: A parcel of land heretofore sold to Coos County, Oregon by deed recorded May 27, 1927 in Deed Book 102, Page 599, Records of Coos County, Oregon, described as follows, to wit: Beginning at a point on the left bank of the North Fork of the Coquille River, established by county surveyor, November 4, 1905, recorded in surveyor Book 1, at Page 131, Survey 91, Records of Coos County, Oregon, from which point a myrtle 20 inches in diameter bears South 55 degrees East 34 links distant and a myrtle 20 inches in diameter bears South 5 degrees West 65 links distant, the point of beginning is also South 89 degrees 41 minutes East 1312 feet and North 1801.8 feet from the Southwest corner of the above mentioned Section 25; thence South 76 degrees 30 minutes West along the Government meander line 848 feet; thence South 37 degrees West 50 feet; thence South 39 degrees East 327 feet; thence North 52 degrees 42 minutes

Northerly and parallel to center line of County Road a distance of 654 feet; thence North 70 degrees 58 minutes East and 20 feet Northerly and parallel to center line of County Road a distance of 139 feet; thence North 55 feet to point of beginning, and except portion lying within boundaries of public and county roads.

PARCEL II: Lot 3, Section 26, Township 28 South, Range 12 West of the Willamette Meridian, Coos County, Oregon.

PARCEL III: Lot 1 of Section 35, Township 28 South, Range 12 West of the Willamette Meridian, Coos County, Oregon. PARCEL IV: Lot 1 of Section 36, Township 28 South, Range 12 West of the Willamette Meridian, Coos County, Oregon. SAVE AND EXCEPT: A parcel of land sold to W.J. Deboer et ux by deed recorded October 17, 1922, in Deed Book 88, Page 87, Records of Coos County, Oregon, described as follows: Beginning at a point 77 degrees 9 minutes East 1004.01 feet from the Northwest corner of Section 36, Township 28 South, Range 12 West of the Willamette Meridian; thence South 11 degrees 45 minutes East 1.62 chains to an iron stake; thence South 57 degrees East 1.55 chains to an iron stake; thence North 51 degrees East 3.15 chains; thence West 3.62 chains to the point of beginning and also except from said Lot 1, Section

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Without limiting the trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic.

Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the trustee’s sale.

You may reach the Oregon State Bar’s Lawyer Referral Service at 503-684-3763 or toll-free in Oregon at 800452-7636 or you may visit its website at: www.osbar.org.

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TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE

1. PARTIES: Grantor: ALAN

M. HATHAWAY Trustee: TICOR TITLE COMPANY

Successor Trustee: NANCY

K CARY Beneﬁciary: UMPQUA BANK

2. DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: The real property is described as follows: As described on the attached Exhibit A

3. RECORDING. The Trust Deed was recorded as follows: Date Recorded: January 3, 2018 Recording No. 2018-00090 Ofﬁcial Records of Coos County, Oregon

4. DEFAULT. The Grantor or any other person obligated on the Trust Deed and Promissory Note secured thereby is in default and the Beneficiary seeks to foreclose the Trust Deed for failure to pay: Monthly payments in the amount of $1,850.38 each, due the first of each month, for the month of January 2023; plus monthly payments at the new payment amount of $1,848.37 each, due the first of each month, for the months of February 2023 through July 2024; plus late charges and advances; plus any unpaid real property taxes or liens, plus interest.

5. AMOUNT DUE. The amount due on the Note which is secured by the Trust Deed referred to herein is: Principal balance in the amount of $156,921.15; plus interest at the rate of 3.625% per annum from December 1, 2022; plus late charges of $1,395.18; plus advances and foreclosure attorney fees and costs.

6. SALE OF PROPERTY.

The Trustee hereby states that the property will be sold to satisfy the obligations secured by the Trust Deed.

A Trustee’s Notice of Default and Election to Sell Under

Terms of Trust Deed has been recorded in the Ofﬁcial Records of Coos County, Oregon.

7. TIME OF SALE.

Date: December 19, 2024

Time: 11:00 a.m.

Place: Coos County Courthouse, Front Entrance, 250 N. Baxter, Coquille, Oregon 97423

8. RIGHT TO REINSTATE.

NOTICE REGARDING POTENTIAL HAZARDS

(This notice is required for notices of sale sent on or after January 1, 2015.) Without limiting the trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the trustee’s sale.

You may reach the Oregon State Bar’s Lawyer Referral Service at 503-684-3763 or toll-free in Oregon at 800452-7636 or you may visit its website at: www.osbar. org. Legal assistance may be available if you have a low income and meet

federal poverty guidelines. For more information and a directory of legal aid programs, go to http://www. oregonlawhelp.org. Any questions regarding this matter should be directed to Lisa Summers, Paralegal, (541) 686-0344 (TS #30057.31672).

DATED: July 10, 2024. Nancy K. Cary, Successor Trustee, Hershner Hunter, LLP, P.O. Box 1475, Eugene, OR 97440.

EXHIBIT A

PARCEL I: Lots 4 and 5 of

Section 25, Township 28 South, Range 12 West of the Willamette Meridian, Coos County, Oregon, lying Westerly of the County Road. SAVE AND EXCEPT: A parcel of land heretofore sold to Coos County, Oregon by deed recorded May 27, 1927 in Deed Book 102, Page 599, Records of Coos County, Oregon, described as follows, to wit: Beginning at a point on the left bank of the North Fork of the Coquille River, established by county surveyor, November 4, 1905, recorded in surveyor Book 1, at Page 131, Survey 91, Records of Coos County, Oregon, from which point a myrtle 20 inches in diameter bears South 55 degrees East 34 links distant and a myrtle 20 inches in diameter bears South 5 degrees West 65 links distant, the point of beginning is also South 89 degrees 41 minutes East 1312 feet and North 1801.8 feet from the Southwest corner of the above mentioned Section 25; thence South 76 degrees 30 minutes West along the Government meander line 848 feet; thence South 37 degrees West 50 feet; thence South 39 degrees East 327 feet; thence North 52 degrees 42 minutes East 20 feet Northerly and parallel to center line of County Road a distance of 654 feet; thence North 70 degrees 58 minutes East and 20 feet Northerly and parallel to center line of County Road a distance of 139 feet; thence North 55 feet to point of beginning, and

except portion lying within boundaries of public and County Roads.

PARCEL II: Lot 3, Section 26, Township 28 South, Range 12 West of the Willamette Meridian, Coos County, Oregon.

PARCEL III: Lot 1 of Section 35, Township 28 South, Range 12 West of the Willamette Meridian, Coos County, Oregon.

PARCEL IV: Lot 1 of Section 36, Township 28 South, Range 12 West of the Willamette Meridian, Coos County, Oregon. SAVE AND EXCEPT: A parcel of land sold to W.J. Deboer et ux by deed recorded October 17, 1922, in Deed Book 88, Page 87, Records of Coos County, Oregon, described as follows: Beginning at a point 77 degrees 9 minutes East 1004.01 feet from the Northwest comer of Section 36, Township 28 South, Range 12 West of the Willamette Meridian; thence South 11 degrees 45 minutes East 1.62 chains to an iron stake; thence South 57 degrees East 1.55 chains to an iron stake; thence North 51 degrees East 3.15 chains; thence West 3.62 chains to the point of beginning and also except from said Lot 1, Section 36 a parcel of land sold by J.D. Bennett and his wife, Mary B. Bennett, to W.J. Deboer by deed recorded March 12, 1929 in Deed Book 99, Page 171, Records of Coos County, Oregon and described as follows: All that certain parcel of land situated in Lot 1, Section 36, Township 28 South, Range 12 West of the Willamette Meridian, bounded on the North by County Road, on the East by East line of said Lot 1 on the South by the East Fork of the Coquille River, and on the West by the North Fork of the Coquille River. Also: Except parcel conveyed to Coos County, Oregon, by deed recorded July 22, 1958, in Deed Book 266, Page 454, Records of Coos County, Oregon. Published: 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, and 11/1/2024, The World 401927

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS PennyMac Loan Services, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. UNKNOWN HEIRS & DEVISEES OF BONEVA WILSON; VIVA MATHIESON; RHONDA STEEL; PARTIES IN POSSESSION No. 24CV36362 CIVIL SUMMONS TO THE DEFENDANTS: Unknown Heirs & Devisees of Boneva Wilson NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: READ THESE PAPERS CAREFULLY!

A lawsuit has been started against you in the above-entitled Court by PennyMac Loan Services, LLC, Plaintiff. Plaintiff’s claim is stated in the written Complaint, a copy of which is on ﬁle at the Coos County Courthouse. You must “appear” in this case or the other side will win automatically.

To “appear” you must ﬁle with the court a legal paper called a “motion” or “answer.” The “motion” or “answer” must be given to the court clerk or administrator within 30 days along with the required ﬁling fee. It must be in proper form and have proof of service on the plaintiff’s attorney or, if the plaintiff does not have an attorney, proof of service on the plaintiff. The object of the complaint is to foreclose a deed of trust dated September 14, 2020 and recorded as Instrument No. 2020-09201 given by Boneva Wilson and Viva Mathieson, not as tenants in common but with rights of survivorship on property commonly known as 868 N 8th Terrace (shown on DOT as 868 8th Ter), Coos Bay, OR 97420 and legally described as: The Easterly 5 feet of Lot 12, all of Lot 13 and the

By June Casagrande

There are no stupid questions, only stupid answers. Whoever first said that did me a huge favor, considering how many times I’ve openly flaunted my ignorance rather than remain stuck in it.

And nowhere is this truer than in the realm of grammar. People with questions feel stupid for not already knowing the answer, but the people who answer them are often the ones who should have stayed mum.

Google searches for “dumb grammar question” and “stupid grammar question” prove the point. Here’s one of the first hits, a 2017 post in a writers’ community message board. “DUMB grammar question!” someone named Sherry began. “After being a writer for almost 40 years, I am aware this is a really silly question. I should know better. BUT … which is correct? ‘My family HAS seen me through’ … or ‘My family HAVE seen me through.’”

Raise your hand if you were taught in school that certain collective nouns can take either a singular or plural verb,

depending on your meaning. Yeah, me neither. But that’s the case here.

“Family” is usually singular, taking a singular verb like “has.” But sometimes it’s meant as a collective of individuals acting independently of each other: “Half my family are voting for candidate 1 and the other half are voting for candidate 2.”

Another example: My family comes to the reunion every year, but my family come from all over the U.S.

In Sherry’s question, though, the singular interpretation, while not mandatory, is better: My family has seen me through. But that’s not the answer she got.

One person said Sherry’s real problem was passive voice and that she should make it active voice by changing “My family has seen me through” to “My family saw me through.”

Um, no. Both those sentences are in active voice. They’re just different verb tenses. “Has seen” is called the present perfect tense. “Saw” is the simple past tense.

Passive would be “I have been seen through by my family,” with the object

of the action made into the subject of the sentence. But in both “My family saw” and “My family has seen,” the doer of the action, the family, is the subject.

Other posters tried to answer Sherry’s question by making up examples using “herd of cows.” “The herd of cows were chewing cud,” one poster wrote, concluding “herd was … cows were.”

This is exceptionally unhelpful. Sherry had asked whether a single word, “family,” took a singular or plural verb. But “herd of cows” is a more complicated noun phrase that contains both a singular and a plural. And it raises a far more complicated question: When you have a singular noun modified by a prepositional phrase like “of cows,” which one governs the verb: “a herd of cows is” or “a herd of cows are”?

In most cases, it’s up to the speaker. If you’re talking about the herd as a single unit, “The herd of cows is out to pasture,” it takes a singular verb. If you’re putting the emphasis on the cows acting not as a group but independently, you might prefer the plural verb: The herd of cows are crowding each other

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Westerly 30 feet of Lot 14, Block 27, Perham Park Addition to the City of Marshfield, Coos County, Oregon. The complaint seeks to foreclose and terminate all interest of Unknown Heirs & Devisees of Boneva Wilson and all other interests in the property. The “motion” or “answer” (or “reply”) must be given to the court clerk or administrator within 30 days of the date of first publication specified herein along with the required filing fee. The date of first publication of the summons is October 11, 2024. If you are in the active military service of the United States or believe that you may be entitled to protection of the SCRA, please contact our office. If you do not contact us, we will report to the court that we do not believe that you are protected under the SCRA. If you have 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 tollfree elsewhere in Oregon at (800) 452-7636. Attorneys for Plaintiff, LOGS LEGAL GROUP LLP By:/s/ James A. Craft James A. Craft #090146 [jcraft@logs.com]

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out. Also at play in this sentence is the grammatical concept of attraction. It can sound weird to have a singular verb like “is” immediately after a plural noun like “cows”: cows is. So that strengthens the case for making the verb agree with the last word in the noun phrase.

A few told Sherry that “family” is singular. End of story. Also not exactly correct, since it’s usually but not always singular. But at least she can work with that.

Of course, some posters couldn’t resist the urge to tell Sherry to recast the sentence, for example, by saying “My family members have seen me through.” Sherry’s been writing for 40 years. She knows she can change a sentence if she wants to. That’s not what she asked. She asked a smart question, but the answers she got … well, you know.

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

May 15, 1933- September 16, 2024

Mary Marjy Harris (Church), age 91, passed away on September 16, 2024, in Coos Bay, Oregon at Bay Area Hospital after a brief battle with leukemia. Born on May 15, 1933, in Harrison, Ohio, her family later moved to Southern California where she attended Whittier High School and then Riverside Junior college, where she received her associate’s degree in 1952. In both high school and college, Mary was involved with theater and photography and continued her passion for photography and film throughout her life. Mary’s deep, unending love for her Lord, love for her country and family never wavered.

After college Mary met a handsome sailor, Jim Harris and they married in 1955. Jim and Mary had three daughters and they lived in Southern California for many years before later moving and settling in LaGrande, Oregon. Jim began his own business, Harris Heating and Mary worked full time as a teaching assistant, as well as being the business manager for

their business. In 1990, they retired and sold everything; moving into their motorhome and traveling the United States while spending the winters in Cocoa, Florida. After five years, they settled in Coquille, Oregon to be closer to family. They became active members of Emmanuel Baptist Church and were long standing members of the local Gideons Auxiliary Group.

Jim passed away in 2010 and Mary continued to live in Coquille until 2021 when she moved in with her

daughter and son-inlaw after suffering a hip injury. She most recently lived at Ocean Ridge Assisted Living in Coos Bay. She will be missed by all the family and friends that meant so much to her.

Mary's legacy continues through her loving family. She is survived by her daughters, Ruth Gillfillan (Brian); Laura Haefer (Mike); and Claudia Slack (Joe); grandchildren, Dustin Harris; Gannon Smith (Erica); John Haefer (Michelle); Shawna Manning (Teren); Andrew Slack

(Catherine); and Sam Slack (Courtney); and great-grandchildren, Derick; William; Bradleigh; Henry; Juliet; Harrison; Sullivan; and Shepherd. Mary was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Jim Harris, after 55 years of marriage; her brother, Dave Church and sister-in-law Roxie Church; brothers, Neal and Walter Church; and grandson, Clinton Smith.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 282 W. 6th St., Coquille, Oregon, on Saturday,

November 9 at 11 a.m.

A reception will follow immediately, allowing family and friends to gather and remember Mary.

Mary Marjy Harris

BY MARY SCHAMEHORN

The rst story I am sharing this week came out of the July 13, 1922, Western World and tells of plans for the old high school building ( rst picture), which was situated atop Coast Guard Hill, and built in the late 1800s.

"The people of Bandon and community have an opportunity to secure good substantial investments and at the same time assist the local Legion boys by subscribing to the gold bond notes that are being issued by Post No. 26 for the purpose of purchasing and improving the former school building that is being converted into a community building.

"Present estimates place the cost of the property and the cost of remodeling at $3,500. It is estimated that the revenue from the building from various sources, including athletics, dances, shows, etc. will provide ample funds with which to redeem the notes as they come due. Another source will be rentals from the lodge room that is being furnished on the second oor.

"American Legion buildings of various kinds are being erected in many cities of the state and in nearly every instance the public is cooperating, especially in the matter of nances. It would be a serious re ection on this community should the local project be neglected.

The second and third photos I am sharing show the original Bandon Seafood building, which was located on the east side of Chicago Avenue, near where the Port of Bandon's Loft building is

As I See It

and across from what is now the Wheelhouse restaurant. George and Nella Dow owned and operated it for many years, and later when everyone had their own cold storage, with household freezers, it was sold to Bandon Fisheries.

In November of 1982, the building, which had been purchased by the Port, became a training session for Bandon's volunteer re department. The site was part of the original boat basin project.

I learned this week that Mike Albrich, who served as manager of the former Security Bank (now Umpqua), until the family moved in 1984, died recently at the age of 84 in a Sequim, Wash., nursing home. He had lived there for many years suffering from Spinal Muscular Atrophy. His survivors include his four children, all of whom graduated from Bandon High School, including Suzanne Endsley, Liam Albrich, Maureen Fagen and John Albrich. He had spent his career in nance,

working in Salinas, Calif.

Several people have asked me lately if I knew who Lisa Burt is after reading an ad in the new By The Sea Bulletin, which indicates she is running a write-in campaign for mayor. Several said they believed she was the former Lisa Schilling, who owned a number of properties in the Bandon area, but that is not correct.

It appears that Lisa Burt purchased property in Bandon ve or six years ago, and in January of this year she registered to vote in Coos County. I am sorry I don't have any more information, but when I heard from two people that they were sure she was Lisa Schilling, I felt that at least that part needed to be clari ed.

I thought I would share a post I saw on Facebook last week from the new Bandon High School Principal Dr. Sam Dockery.

1 p.m. about an active structure re on Leeward Lane in Bandon. Bandon police, re and Coos County Sheriff's Of ce Sergeant Slater responded to the scene. "Once the Bandon police arrived, they quickly discovered the suspect was still on scene and was subsequently detained for Sgt. Slater's arson investigation. He was booked at the Coos County Jail.

It said: "Dear parents and guardians. I am writing to inform you about a situation that occurred on campus today. A non-speci c veiled threat was made by a student and shared on social media which prompted immediate action from our administration and staff. Please be assured that we take any potential threat to the safety and security of our students, staff and campus very seriously. As soon as we were made aware of the situation, we

noti ed law enforcement, and worked closely with them throughout a thorough investigation. After reviewing all information it was determined that the threat was not credible. Our priority is always the safety of your children, and we will continue to maintain open communication with you regarding any safety concerns. We encourage students to report any suspicious or concerning behavior, and we are grateful to the quick actions of those who came forward in this instance. Should you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact our of ce at 541-3474413," said the principal.

A 39-year-old Bandon man, Ian A. Ward, was arrested for arson in the second degree and reckless burning following a call received by dispatch on Oct. 3 shortly before

Bay. To register for the class or for more information, call 541-267-6152. The cost is $15.

The Night at the Museum event for Bandon's History Museum is Thursday, Oct. 17, at the museum from 6 to 8. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased from Gayle at the museum or, if any are left, at the door. People are reminded of the drive-through u clinic, sponsored by the Southern Coos Hospital and Foundation Wednesday, Oct. 23, beginning at 8 a.m. in City Park, and continuing through 2 or until vaccines run out.

The Meet and Greet schedule for the next three weeks at Bandon Fisheries Warehouse has been announced by Lori Osborne. Coquille Tribal Chairman Brenda Meade will be the speaker Tuesday, Oct. 15; I will be presenting a program on Oct. 22 on behalf of the Bandon History Museum, and Alix McGinley will be talking about insurance issues, on behalf of the Southern Coos Hospital and Health Center, at the Oct. 29 program. All Meet and Greet programs begin at noon, with seating opening at 11:30 for those who choose to order lunch or coffee from the Warehouse Coffee Cafe before the presentation.

Bandon's past and present collide in "Coquille River Anthology," a new comedy-drama premiering Nov. 1 by the Bandon Playhouse. A sickly woman, cared for by her grandson, is visited by four ghosts from Bandon's past. Using actual historical narratives, Coquille River Anthology reveals lesser-known moments from Bandon's exciting history that helped create a community that lasts beyond life.

The US Coast Guard Auxiliary will conduct an 8-hour boating safety education course on Saturday, Nov. 16, in Coos

This is the third play written by Neal Davis, and is directed by Mike Dempsey, featuring Bobbi Neason, Corrie Gant, Nameer el-Kadi, Meara Stadelman, Amy Moss Strong and Grant Goodwin. All performances will be held at the Wheelhouse Restaurant, Gallery Room. Seating is limited and preordering tickets is recommended. Performances are Nov. 1, 2, 3 and 8, 9, 10, at 7 on Friday and Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2. The Wheelhouse Restaurant is open for lunch and dinner on all performance dates. Call 541-347-9331 for dinner reservations. For ticket information visit https://bandonplayhouse.org. I mentioned at the candidate forum that I've asked to have something put on the November

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The PGA of America announced on Oct. 15 that Bandon Dunes

Golf Resort will host the 2026 PGA Professional Championship. The fourday, 72-hole event will be contested on the Bandon Dunes and Paci c Dunes courses, April 26-29, 2026.

The PGA Professional Championship—the national championship for PGA of America Golf Professionals from across the country—has served as a showcase event for PGA of America Golf Professionals since 1968. The 312-player eld consists of past Champions, the top-20 players and ties from the previous year’s Championship as well as players qualifying through 41 PGA Section Championships. The low 20 scorers earn a spot

in the same year’s PGA Championship as members of the Corebridge Financial Team.

“The PGA of America is proud to take the PGA Professional Championship to one of the elite golf destinations in North America,” said PGA of America President John Lindert, PGA Director of Golf at the Country Club of Lansing (Michigan)."The PGA Professional Championship presents an elevated platform to display the skills of our talented playing professionals.

Both Bandon Dunes and Paci c Dunes will offer

exceptional challenges for all competitors."

Bandon Dunes was designed by renowned golf course architect David McLay Kidd and opened in 1999. The course is located on a bluff overlooking the Paci c Ocean, showcasing native dunes and expansive ocean views. Paci c Dunes, designed by acclaimed golf course architect Tom Doak, opened in 2001 and provides a rugged test with rippling fairways and natural bunkers lining the landscape.

“To host the PGA Professional Championship just feels right,”

said Chris Keiser, partner at Dream Golf. “PGA Professionals have been such a key to the success of Bandon Dunes. They saw something here and shared it with their members and their fellow professionals. We are proud of the 16 Class A PGA Professionals—including two Master Professionals—and 18 PGA Associates we employ at Bandon and Sand Valley, and the many PGA interns who have been a part of Dream Golf. PGA Professionals keep this game going. We can’t wait to see them compete at Bandon Dunes.”

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