It’s that time of year again, when the community of Florence and exploding-whale lovers across the globe memorialize the famous whale occurrence. It happened one fateful afternoon on the shores of Florence, Oregon, fty-four years ago, November 12,1970.
BY BECKY CRANE of Coos Bay
Submitted Column
The public 54th Anniversary Exploding Whale Memorial Celebration is happening Sunday, November 10th from twelve noon to 4 pm at Homegrown Public House and Brewery, 294 Laurel Street in historic Florence Old Town. The celebration is free, family friendly, open house style, a little quirky, very artsy and a lotta fun. Some may wonder why the town celebrates such a debacle that occurred over ve decades ago. Event organizer, and co-owner of Homegrown Public House & Brewery, Elaine McMillan, explains, "We have a tiny committee of community members that nd true joy in planning this affair. We feel that to remember something that went so wrong can make
I remember feeling like I was in a movie. In a small room adjacent to the Emergency Room, waiting while doctors
an ongoing positive difference in our small coastal community. The celebration brings levity during a darker, quieter time of year. Our exploding whale has become legendary world-wide and there have been countless reports of others learning from
worked to save my son from the u-nothing I ever thought could take him from me. But it did. In the span of a weekend, my otherwise healthy, athletic 16-year-old boy went from having a sore throat to having his lungs ll with blood
Downtown Trick-or-Treating a Sweet Success
Hundreds of costumed kiddos braved gray and drizzly conditions to participate in the annual Coos Bay Downtown Association’s Trick-or-Treat this Halloween. Dozens of participating businesses, from the boardwalk down to Front Street, donned the distinctive orange yer in their window and handed out candy to a veritable parade of creeps and characters.
Exploding Whale Memorial Celebration, Mermaids
the plan gone wrong. So we consider this celebration cultural, historical and fun, which makes for sort of a magic trifecta!"
Come out to meet a mermaid or two, representatives from marine and nature based agen-
cies and get an autograph from Paul Linnman, the KATU news anchorman who reported brilliantly on the exploding whale fty-four years ago! At 3:45 pm there will be a public toast to the whale and the event will end shortly thereafter. All are encouraged to bring small offerings and mementos to place at the artful alter to the whale at Homegrown. The
The Importance of the Flu Shot; A crucial reminder
and ultimately die from cardiac arrest due to sepsis and In uenza B. It was a Friday afternoon and our family, especially Blake, was excited for a planned get-away to the mountains. Blake came home from school reporting that he didn’t feel well and slept the entire car ride. The next morning, Blake had a severe sore throat, so we took him to the local ER in hopes of
getting him on antibiotics if needed. The doctor tested him for strep throat, but when got a negative result simply told us that “he must have a virus… put him to bed and keep him hydrated!”
As that night progressed, Blake began describing pain in his back, and woke having trouble breathing, a symptom that his dad and I thought was from a pulled muscle or back strain.
We ultimately headed home early, and Blake walked himself straight to his bed. Hours later he started throwing up blood and we rushed him to the ER. His condition was deteriorating so quickly that they couldn’t get an oxygen level for him. Ultimately, he was intubated and doctors wanted to move him to a larger hospital. His lungs were lled with blood, and they couldn’t say why. Just as the ight crew arrived, Blake went into cardiac arrest. I can’t express how devastating it was when the doctor came in to tell my husband and I that Blake wasn’t going to make it. Her next question was—"had he been vaccinated with the u shot this year?”
Despite having gotten our u shots every year up until then, I had to admit that no, this year he hadn’t been vaccinated. It was not a conscious choice but lost in the shuf e of everyday life that we all have to navigate. It simply fell through the
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Thursday 10/24:
North Bend
• 7:28 am, criminal trespass, 93670 block of Viking Ln.
• 7:44 am, 33 year old male cited on criminal trespass II, 1700 block of Newmark.
• 8:08 am, injured animal, area of Newmark and Cedar.
• 8:39 am, 34 year old male cited on theft III, 2001 block of North Bayshore Dr.
• 9:02 am, criminal mischief, 1892 block of Sherman Ave.
• 9:57 am, harassment, area of Harbor Avenue.
• 11:01 am, unlawful vehicle, area of Grant Circle.
• 3:39 pm, criminal trespass, 3642 block of Union Ave.
• 4:30 pm, disorderly conduct, 1800 block of Sherman Avenue.
• 5:35 pm, 63 year old male cited on driving while suspended, area of California and Union.
• 6:05 pm, accident, area of Broadway and 16th.
• 9:02 pm, 47 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on failure to register as a sex offender and probation violation, area of Broadway Avenue and 12th Street.
Coos Bay
• 12:06 am, hit and run, area of South 4th Street and Ingersoll Avenue.
• 1:00 am, 32 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on DUII, reckless driving, recklessly endangering another person and 2 counts of driving while suspended or revoked, 883 block of South 4th St.
• 7:24 am, business alarm, 155 block of North Schoneman Street.
• 7:54 am, criminal mischief, 1245 block of North 7th St.
• 8:37 am, 34 year old male cited on driving while suspended, area of Coos Bay Toyota.
• 9:36 am, suspicious subject, area of Newmark.
• 9:37 am, unauthorized use of motor vehicle, 455 block of North Broadway.
• 10:27 am, 50 year old female transported to Coos
County Jail on criminal trespass II, 1075 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 11:10 am, hit and run, 887 block of South 4th Street.
• 12:00 pm, unlawful entry into motor vehicle, 1190 block of Anderson Avenue.
• 12:58 pm, 33 year old male cited on driving while suspended, area of Broadway and Elrod.
• 1:58 pm, theft, 465 block of Elrod Avenue.
• 3:10 pm, 35 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on warrant service, area of Ackerman and John Topits.
• 3:36 pm, hit and run, area of Woodland and Ocean Boulevard.
• 4:23 pm, criminal trespass, 772 block of South Broadway Street.
• 4:52 pm, assault, 295 block of Holland Avenue.
• 5:56 pm, criminal trespass, 2051 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 7:11 pm, hit and run, 925 block of South Broadway Street.
• 10:21 pm, dispute, 456 block of North Marple St. Coquille
• 4:01 am, business alarm, 115 block of North Baxter Street.
• 8:59 am, found animals, 366 block of North Central Boulevard.
• 8:42 pm, disorderly conduct, 98 block of East 1st Street.
Reedsport
• 12:21 am, suspicious activity, area of Umpqua Mobile Home Village.
• 8:27 am, suspicious activity, 1894 block of Winchester Avenue.
• 2:08 pm, trespassing, area of Saint John’s Way.
• 2:40 pm, criminal mischief, 790 block of Juniper Ave.
• 11:09 pm, suspicious activity, area of Mile Post 214 and Highway 101.
Friday 10/25:
North Bend
• 8:07 am, 39 year olds male and female cited on
criminal trespass II, area of Pittum Loop.
• 10:04 am, unauthorized use of motor vehicle, 2454 block of Union Avenue.
• 10:07 am, 22 year old male cited on disorderly conduct II and criminal mischief III, 3201 block of Tremont Avenue.
• 10:07 am, harassment, 835 block of California Avenue.
• 10:46 am, 33 year old male cited on criminal trespass II, 1988 block of Virginia Avenue.
• 1:10 pm, 41 year old female cited on driving while suspended, area of McCullough Bridge.
• 1:41 pm, 28 year old male cited on driving while suspended, 3440 block of Broadway Avenue.
• 4:24 pm, threats, 2988 block of Sheridan Avenue.
• 4:58 pm, business alarm, 3201 block of Tremont Avenue.
• 5:24 pm, fraud, 3420 block of Edgewood Drive.
• 6:29 pm, suspicious subject, 1067 block of Newmark Street.
• 9:23 pm, business alarm, 2323 block of Pacific Ave.
• 9:47 pm, injured animal, area of Broadway.
• 10:20 pm, 29 year old male cited on unlawful possession of a controlled substance, 2191 block of Marion Avenue.
Coos Bay
• 8:58 am, threats, 1123 block of California Avenue.
• 9:25 am, criminal trespass, 1200 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 9:36 am, criminal trespass, 367 block of Anderson Avenue.
• 10:26 am, fraud, 420 block of Bender Street.
• 10:59 am, criminal trespass, 1660 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 11:20 am, missing person, 1615 block of Minnesota Avenue.
• 12:12 pm, theft, 1677 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 12:33 pm, disorderly conduct, area of North 10th Street and West Commercial Avenue.
• 1:02 pm, fraud, 860 block of North Morrison Street.
• 1:54 pm, threats, 1075 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 2:28 pm, fraud, 1161 block of Juniper Avenue.
• 3:49 pm, accident, area of Broadway and Ingersoll.
• 4:36 pm, alarm, 290 block of North 13th Street.
• 5:13 pm, alarm, 720 block of Prefontaine Drive.
• 8:15 pm, dispute, area of Anderson and 10th.
• 9:12 pm, injured animal, area of Newmark and Norman.
• 9:30 pm, criminal trespass, 3101 block of South east Ocean Boulevard.
Coquille
• 7:57 am, 479 block of North Central Boulevard.
• 10:27 am, disorderly conduct, 749 block of North Central Boulevard.
• 11:08 am, criminal trespass, 611 block of North Central Boulevard.
• 11:51 pm, disorderly conduct, area of 5th Street and Elliot Street.
Reedsport
• 8:54 am, fire, 711 block of Port Dock Road.
• 9:39 am, theft, area of Winchester Avenue and North 12th Street.
• 10:18 am, fire, 75381 block of Highway 101.
• 3:02 pm, dispute, area of Holly Knolls Mobile Home Park.
• 6:33 pm, theft, 580 block of South 20th Street.
• 9:38 pm, animal problem, area of Elm Avenue and Crestview Avenue.
• 10:05 pm, harassment, 480 block of Ward Way.
Saturday 10/26:
North Bend
• 12:53 am, 34 year old male cited on driving while suspended, area of Connecticut and Sheridan.
• 4:01 am, criminal trespass, 3229 block of Broadway Avenue.
• 9:14 am, criminal trespass, 3229 block of Broadway Avenue.
• 10:09 am, criminal trespass, 2121 block of Madrona Avenue.
• 12:56 pm, accident, 3698 block of roadway Avenue.
• 2:47 pm, accident, 3303 block of Broadway Avenue.
• 9:02 am, criminal trespass, 1005 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 9:25 am, hit and run, area of Central and 12th.
• 10:03 am, assault, 500 block of Central Avenue.
• 10:09 am, theft, 791 block of North Front Street.
• 11:07 am, dispute, 973 block of California Avenue.
• 12:00 pm, weapons offense, 3111 block of South East Ocean Boulevard.
• 12:38 pm, shoplifter, 2051 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 1:41 pm, business alarm, 602 block of West Hemlock Avenue.
• 3:00 pm, found dog, 1995 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 2:58 pm, dispute, 525 block of Anderson Avenue.
• 4:32 pm, found dog, 1020 block of South 1st Street.
• 4:46 pm, hit and run, 1713 block of North 14th Street.
• 5:38 pm, theft, 1495 block of Juniper Avenue.
• 6:14 pm, criminal trespass, area of Walmart.
• 7:06 pm, theft, 835 block of South Broadway Street.
• 7:20 pm, criminal trespass, 2051 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 7:41 pm, pedestrian accident, area of Koos Bay Boulevard and North Bayshore.
• 11:39 pm, 41 year old male cited on driving while suspended, area of Newport and Olive Barber.
Coquille
• 7:36 am, dispute, 624 block of East 11th Street.
• 10:16 am, smoke, area of 1st and Irving.
• 1:48 pm, threats, 340 block of North Collier Street.
• 4:23 pm, criminal trespass, 1320 block of West Central Boulevard.
• 7:21 pm, shots fired, 250 block of North Baxter Street.
• 10:31 pm, gas leak, 29 block of West 1st Street.
Reedsport
• 2:05 am, domestic disturbance, area of Umpqua Mobile Home Village.
• 2:38 pm, animal problem, area of Mile Post 211 and Highway 101.
block of Tremont Avenue.
• 2:43 am, criminal trespass, 3201 block of Tremont Avenue.
• 3:54 am, dispute, 1330 block of Bayview Avenue.
• 4:36 am, 39 year old female transported to Coos County Jail on disorderly conduct II, 3201 block of Tremont Avenue.
• 4:52 am, dispute, 1330 block of Bayview Street.
Coos Bay
• 12:52 am, accident, area of Coos River Highway.
• 12:56 am, business alarm, 3333 block of South East Ocean Boulevard.
• 1:11 am, business alarm, 1210 block of North Front Street.
• 1:46 am, 33 year old male cited on DUII, area of Newport and Chamberlain.
• 1:48 am, criminal trespass, 2175 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 5:33 am, suspicious subject, 1677 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 6:09 am, business alarm, 260 block of South Broadway Avenue.
• 6:16 am, unlawful entry into motor vehicle, 955 block of Kentucky Avenue.
• 9:31 am, dispute, 1055 block of Anderson Avenue.
• 11:51 am, suspicious subject, 1055 block of Anderson Avenue.
• 12:34 pm, 31 year old female transported to Coos County Jail on failure to appear on warrant service, harassment and 2 counts of escape III, area of Eduardo’s.
• 4:30 pm, criminal trespass, 1775 block of Thompson Road.
• 4:45 pm, suspicious subject, area of Flanagan and South Schoneman.
• 4:51 pm, suspicious subject, area of Central and 10th.
• 5:04 pm, unauthorized use of motor vehicle, 456 block of North Marple Street.
• 6:25 pm, disorderly conduct, 505 block of South Broadway Street.
• 7:48 pm, suspicious subject, 1660 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 8:28 pm, 36 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on driving while suspended or revoked, 180 block of North Schoneman Street.
• 4:07 pm, criminal trespass, 2520 block of 11th Street.
• 6:33 pm, disorderly conduct, area of Sherman and Virginia.
• 4:17 pm, restraining order violation, 2136 block of Fir Avenue.
• 5:02 pm, theft, area of Highland Mobile Home Park.
• 8:52 pm disorderly conduct, 339 block of North Broadway Street.
• 9:26 pm, unlawful vehicle, area of Lakeshore.
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• 9:32 pm, 18 year old cited on driving while suspended, area of Virginia and Union.
• 9:56 pm, accident, area of Newmark and Tremont.
• 10:27 pm, disorderly conduct, 1611 block of Virginia Avenue.
• 11:40 pm, criminal trespass, 2131 block of Newmark Street.
Coos Bay
• 12:05 am, criminal trespass, 810 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 3:10 am, assault, area of Commercial and North 10th.
Sunday 10/27:
North Bend
• 12:20 am, 39 year old male cited on driving while suspended, area of Sheridan and Simpson.
• 12:27 am, dispute, 2107 block of Meade Street.
• 1:40 am, disorderly conduct, 3390 block of Broadway Avenue.
• 1:46 am, business alarm, 2031 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 2:19 am, 39 year old male cited on possession of a controlled substance, 3480
• 10:24 pm, 33 year old female cited on driving while suspended, 479 block of Newmark Avenue. Coquille •3:14 pm, business alarm, 1115 block of North Baxter Street.
Reedsport • 7:02 am, fire, 125 block of Wilson Canyon Lane.
• 5:32 pm, suspicious activity, area of Umpqua Mobile Home Village.
• 9:15 pm, disturbance, area of Umpqua Mobile Home Village.
Children’s Literacy Nonprofit Seeks Community Volunteers
Reading is an essential skill for kids, helping them start and stay on a path to success in school and beyond. Since 1992, children’s literacy nonprofit SMART Reading has been committed to providing students with two critical components of reading success: regular practice time with an adult and access to books.
Now entering its 33rd year, SMART Reading plans to reach over 1,400 students and give away more than 20,000 books in the Southwest Area, which includes Coos, Curry and Douglas counties, during the 2024-25 school year. Data collected from teachers annually shows that ninety percent of students who participate in SMART improve in comprehension, vocabulary development, motivation, enjoyment, and other key metrics.
The organization is in need of volunteers to fill two important roles in order to meet those goals:
- Readers who commit one hour a week to reading with a child or classroom at a local school. Reading sessions are focused on sharing the joy of reading, building confidence, and providing valuable practice time.
- Site Coordinators who commit 2-8 hours per week to act as SMART’s onthe-ground leads at each site, overseeing and implementing the weekly reading sessions.
“Volunteering with SMART Reading
is a fun, meaningful way to impact kids right here in our community,” says Area Director Della Harp. “I regularly have volunteers tell me that the hour they spend at SMART is the best part of their week.”
Here on the South Coast, the organization is seeking Site Coordinators for Hillcrest Elementary. Volunteer Readers are needed at Hillcrest as well as Bandon South Coast Head Start, Ocean Crest Elementary, Kalmiopsis Elementary, Coos Bay South Coast Head Start, Little Pirates Preschool, Lincoln School of Early Learning, North Bend South Coast Head Start, Port Orford South Coast Head Start and Highland Elementary.
To learn more about this fun and rewarding experience, please contact your local SMART office at 541-266-7476, or visit www.SMARTReading.org.
SMART Reading is a statewide children’s literacy nonprofit that serves kids in Oregon’s highest need schools and communities with two ingredients critical for literacy and learning success: shared reading time and access to books. We mobilize volunteers to read with PreK through third-grade children, building confidence, literacy skills and a love of reading. Since 1992, we have paired over 150,000 volunteers to read with 312,000 children, and have put over 4.7 million books in the homes of the children we serve.
exhibit naturally evolves throughout the day into the evening when it glows with lights and the reflections of the colorful contributions. Wearing whaley fun costumes to the celebration are also encouraged.
Don’t miss a visit to the Exploding Whale exhibit at the Siuslaw Pioneer Museum across the street from Homegrown Public House at 278 Maple Street, open from Noon to 4 p.m. The exhibit has actual whale bones from the honored whale and the museum is full of interesting Florence historical displays. Homegrown Public House is known for delicious lunch, dinner and for their flagship brew, Exploding Whale Pale Ale.
For more event information call BeauxArt Fine Arts Materials at #541991-8213 Email WhaleGoBoom97439 @gmail.com Website www.ILoveFlorence97439.com Facebook @Iloveflorence97439
cracks.
That is why I share our story. I don’t want another parent to go through what we have, to have to say goodbye to their beloved child. To have to live with the impossible and to answer the “What if..,?” and “Why?” questions for their remaining days.
flu can be and to take it seriously.
In Blake’s honor we have organized a series of flu vaccination clinics each fall. And while that helps those we reach at the clinics; we want to spread our message further. We want people to know how serious the
Please make vaccinations a priority and don’t let another life be lost to the flu.
Becky Crane is a volunteer with Families Fighting Flu. She lives in Coos Bay.
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Oregon Coast Visitors Association
Welcomes Espinoza as Newest Board Member
Oregon Coast Visitors Association s excited to announce the newest addition to its Board of Directors, Ashley Espinoza.
Ashley is a dedicated community leader with over a decade of experience in workforce and economic development. Her commitment lies in bridging the gap between underrepresented communities and broader community, fostering collaboration between the public and private sectors, and actively engaging with her community.
Currently, Ashley serves as the Executive Director of Lane Workforce Partnership. She also contributes her expertise to multiple boards, councils, and commissions, including the Bethel District #52 School Board, Connected Lane County Board of
Directors, La Plaza Board of Directors, Lane Council of Governments Board of Directors, Founder of Latino Professionals Connect and as a Leadership Council Member of the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, further showcasing her commitment to arts and cultural enrichment. Through her collaborative leadership style, Ashley has successfully overseen investments of millions of dollars, driving positive change and promoting sustainable growth within the region. Her dedication to community building and her collaborative leadership style align with OCVA’s values of responsible destination management and inclusive tourism opportunities that leave a positive impact on our coastal communities.
We look forward to her
contributions as we continue to support the future of Oregon Coast tourism.
Oregon Coast Visitors Association is the official regional destination management organization for the entire Oregon Coast as designated by the Oregon Tourism Commission (dba Travel Oregon). OCVA inspires travel and strengthens collaboration to create and steward a sustainable coastal economy.
OCVA has the honor of working with coastal communities to align partnerships, destination development projects, and destination marketing with the vision of creating “a coastal utopia for all.” This includes coastal stakeholders, new and returning visitors, and the natural resources that make these coveted experiences so magical.
Obituaries
Richard Dale (Dick) Handley
April 6, 1938- October 13, 2024
Richard Dale (Dick) Handley of Bandon, Oregon, died Sunday, October 13, from complications of Parkinson’s disease at the age of 86.
Dick was born April 6, 1938, in Portland, Oregon to Russ and Catherine (Brunner) Handley. In 1957, he married his high school sweetheart Louise; together they raised four children. He attended Lewis & Clark College, earning a Bachelor’s degree and a Master of Arts in Teaching.
He will be
remembered with fondness by countless students as a funny and easygoing teacher and college guidance counselor and a dedicated coach. He taught in Ukiah, Gresham, and North Bend, Oregon. However, most of his teaching career was at Bandon High School, where he taught history and civics to decades of BHS students. To many of those students he was also “Coach”; he headed up the cross country and track programs, as well as the Jayvee basketball
team for many years. It was not unusual for him to teach the children of former students, and several former students became long-time colleagues and friends. Over the years, Dick held many jobs while nishing his education and while teaching, but his most unusual job, he always said, was as a teenager working for a neighbor, “Putting new covers on old golf balls.”
In addition to teaching, Dick served on Bandon’s city library board. He spent many years singing with
Marilyn Bernice Hershberger
February 8, 1931- October 18, 2024
Marilyn Bernice Hershberger, 93, of North Bend, Oregon, died October 18, 2024. She was born February 8, 1931, in Roseburg, Oregon, to Hollis Herbert and Nellie Mae (Stewart) Boyd. She was the youngest of the ve Boyd sisters affectionately known as “The BS.” She attended grade schools in North Bend, Irving, Eugene, and Alturas, California, where she remembered ringing up saddle sales on her father’s antique cash register and hearing the rst announcement of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor during a matinee at The Niles Theater. She attended Marsh eld High School in Coos Bay and graduated in 1949.
Marilyn married DeWitt Barclay Jr. on
September 30, 1949, and had two children, Karen and Gregory. She remembered bouncing her friend Elfriede’s baby on her knee never dreaming that little Steve Prefontaine, who had not yet learned to walk, would become a famous record-setting runner and Olympian. Marilyn divorced DeWitt in 1953 and eventually settled in the Soldatna, Alaska Territory. She married Alvin Hershberger on September 26,1955, and had two daughters, Patti and Sandra. She worked in the family business, Hershberger’s Home Furnishings, was rst auxiliary president at Central Peninsula General Hospital where she worked 12 years as a senior nurse’s aide, and was very active in her church.
Michael Neal Bodkin
Michael Neal Bodkin passed away on October 21, 2024, at the age of 70. Born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma in 1954, Michael was a loving father, friend and respected attorney in Coos Bay, where he served the community for 40 years.
Michael completed his undergraduate studies at Denver University, where he
received Summa Cum Laude honors. He then went on to earn his law degree from the University of Oregon. Michael’s dedication to his profession and genuine kindness made him a valued member of the Coos Bay community, where his impact will be long felt.
Michael was married to his wife, Cindy, for 33 wonderful years. They shared a deep love of
barbershop choruses, including the Gold Coast Chorus in Coos Bay and over 15 years with Portland’s preeminent, awardwinning Bridgetown Sound, for which he also served in many of cial roles, organized and emceed banquets, and was awarded Barber shopper of the Year.
Known for his quick wit, love of a good book, and enduring patience, Dick loved running into and chatting with people he knew, from colleagues and neighbors to former students; a simple trip
to the grocery store often stretched out far longer than planned. One former student and family friend noted, “I'll always remember how much I liked him as a teacher, a coach, and a person.”
Dick is remembered with deep love and fondness by his wife of 67 years Louise; his children, Beth Handley; Rick Handley; Jennifer Handley; and Michael Handley; granddaughters, Sierra Gotelli; Aven HandleyMerk; Cady Handley Tucker; and Hattie Handley.
Dick requested that any memorial contributions be made to the Bandon Historical Museum.
She returned to North Bend as a divorcee in 1982 and restored the historical William James House at 2205 Marion Avenue recognized by the North Bend Landmark Commission in 2005. She then spent a year in San Antonio as house manager for the president and CEO of Church’s Fried Chicken and governess responsible for his children with kidnapping insurance. For the next two years she served as the hostess and tour guide for Leisure Time Travel bus excursions from Arizona to Alaska. In 1986, Marilyn became caretaker of “River Hill House;” the unique round home of eccentric artist Leon Bazalgette Russell, 36 miles up the McKenzie River east of Eugene. She retired nine years
later in Powers, Oregon, where she enjoyed metal detecting, gardening, reading, writing poetry, and playing Scrabble and pinochle. She also enjoyed playing what she called, “Bigfoot Roulette;” driving forest service roads throughout Western Oregon, often at night, hoping to catch a glimpse of the elusive creature.
Disabled by diabetic neuropathy in 2016, Marilyn spent the remaining eight years of her life under foster care in her home near Glasgow with a bedside view of the forest and her hummingbird feeder. She enjoyed experiencing the world vicariously through YouTube videos and mentoring her caregiver in the kitchen to prepare
meals to her taste.
Keenly aware that her mother lived before American women had the right to vote, she fought hard for three months in hospice to live long enough to cast her vote in the 2024 election but died at 8:15 a.m. the day her ballot arrived.
Marilyn is survived by her son, Greg (Linda) Barclay of Sterling, Alaska; daughters, Patti (Toru) Fukuyama of Gojo, Japan; Sandy (Steve) Rollins of Anchorage, Alaska; and Jeanne (Jack) Hayes of Kenai, Alaska; many grandchildren, nieces and nephews; and her longtime friend, coworker, and caregiver, Doug Borgard of North Bend, Oregon. She was preceded in death by her daughter Karen Crain; sisters,
Ruby Kiger; Christine Carnegie; Lucille McClure; and Naomi Young; and her parents. Marilyn’s family joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints when she was ve-years-old and she was baptized at Eugene, Oregon, in 1940. Arrangements by North Bend Chapel with an inurnment in Alaska at the columbarium of Soldotna Community Memorial Park.
golf, often traveling together to explore courses across the country. Cindy passed away a year before Michael, leaving a cherished place in his heart.
Michael is survived by his children, Marlo; David; Kelsey; Ben; and Luke who remember him as a devoted father and role model. His legacy lives on in the lives he touched, both personally and professionally.
A small gathering of friends and family will remember him in a memorial service, as he
laid to rest next to his loving wife at Sunset Memorial Park.
Arrangements are under the direction of Nelson’s Bay Area, 405 Elrod Ave., Coos Bay, Oregon. 541-267-4216.
Antonio Garcia, 38, of North Bend, passed away on October 25, 2024 in North Bend. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.
Marlene C. Donaldson, 85, of Coos Bay, passed away on October 26, 2024 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.
Clara Lou Hardman, 89, of Coos Bay, passed away on October 27, 2024 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.
C. Wayne Schrunk, 75, of Coos Bay died October 24, 2024 in Coos Bay. A memorial service will be announced and held in December. 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
Dishawn M. Willis, 20, of Coos Bay, passed away on October 27, 2024 in Coquille. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.
Andrew V. Paragas, 74, of Myrtle Point, passed away October 20, 2024 at Myrtle Point. Arrangements are pending under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, 405 Elrod Ave., Coos Bay, Oregon. 541267-4216.
Carol A. Murray, 90, of North Bend, passed away on October 30, 2024 in North Bend. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131.
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOSPROBATE DEPARTMENT
In the Matter of the Estate of JOELLE SAUNDERS ASHFORD, Deceased. CASE NO. 24PB09040NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS. Notice is hereby given that James C. Ashford and Carter P. Ashford have been appointed as the personal representatives of the above estate. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them to the undersigned personal representatives in care of the undersigned attorney at: 13100 SE Sunnyside Road, Clackamas, Oregon 97015, within four (4) months after the date of first publication of this notice or such claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings in this estate may obtain additional information from records of the Court, the personal representative, or attorney for the personal representatives. James C. Ashford and Carter P. Ashford, Personal Representatives /s/ James Shikany OSB#014129, James Shikany, PC, Attorney for Personal Representatives, 13100 SE Sunnyside Road, Clackamas, Oregon 97015 Tel: (503) 698-9808 Fax: (503) 210-8344 Email: shikanylaw@hotmail.com 11/8/2024, The World 403405
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF OREGON FOR COOS COUNTY
In the Matter of the Estate of MARTHA EVE WATSON, Deceased. Case No. 24PB09398 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Dennis Powell has been appointed and has qualified as Personal Representative of the above estate. All persons having claims against the estate are hereby required to present the claim, with proper documentation, within four months after the date of first publication of this Notice, as stated below, to the Personal Representative at the office of GOULD LAW FIRM, P.C., 243 W. Commercial, P.O. Box 29, Coos Bay, Oregon, 97420, or the claim may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings in this estate may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, 250 N. Baxter, Coquille, Oregon 97423, the Personal Representative or the attorney for the Personal Representative. Dated and first published: November 8, 2024. Dennis Powell Personal Representative 95485 Brookhaven Lane North Bend, OR 97459 (541) 808-1478 11/8/2024, The World 403401
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS
In the Matter of the Estate of: TONY HOSTETTER, Deceased. Case No. 24PB09395 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed personal representative of the above estate. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them to the undersigned personal representative at Lawrence Finneran LLC, Attorney at Law, 405 North Fifth Street, PO Box 359, Coos Bay, Oregon, 97420, within four months after the date of publication of this notice or they may be barred.
All persons whose rights may be affected by this proceeding may obtain additional information from the records of the court, the personal representative, or the attorneys for the personal representative.
DATED and published this 8th day of November, 2024.
/s/ Pamela Hostetter, Personal Representative 11/8/2024, The World 403366
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF OREGON FOR COOS COUNTY
PROBATE DEPARTMENT
In the Matter of the Estate of: Bessie Irene Weidenhaft, Deceased. Case No. 24PB08449 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Ted Weidenhaft has been appointed personal representative.
All persons having claims against the estate are hereby required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative at 60065 Roderick Rd, Coos Bay, OR 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 personal representative.
Dated and first published this 8th day of November, 2024.
/s/ Ted Weidenhaft, Personal Representative 11/8/2024, The World 403361
NOTICE: Seabird Village II Subdivision Homeowners’ Association (Seabird Village II HOA) dissolved on October 16, 2024. All persons having claims against the HOA are required to present the same within 30 days from the date of publication of this notice to: Seabird Village Subdivision Homeowners’ Association, 2355 State St Suite 101, Salem OR 97301, or they may be barred. Any person whose rights may be affected by these proceedings may obtain additional information by sending an email request to seabirdvillageiihoa@ gmail.com or a voicemail request to (541) 292-9433. 11/8 & 11/15/2024, World 403542
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING - ORDINANCE NO. 2079: CITY OF NORTH BEND PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN UPDATE Case File No. 627-24000030-PLNG Applicant: City of North Bend Application Filed: 10/15/2024
The City of North Bend Planning Commission will hold a hybrid public hearing on Monday November 18th, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers; and the City of North Bend City Council will hold a hybrid public hearing on Tuesday December 10th, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 835 California Avenue, North Bend, OR 97459 to consider adoption of the City of North Bend Parks and Recreation Master Plan. Planning Commission shall make a recommendation to City Council, and City Council shall make a final decision in this matter. Comments and objections may be submitted in writing or presented at the public hearing. Written Comments must be submitted no later than Friday before the public hearing. Failure of an issue to be raised in a hearing, in person, or by letter, or failure to provide statements or evidence sufficient to afford the decision maker an opportunity to respond to the issue precludes appeal to the board based on that issue. Further Information, including how to participate in the meeting, may be obtained by contacting Maycie Jaehnig 541-7568178 or visiting the City website at the following link https://northbendoregon.us 11/5 & 11/8/2024, The World 403117 The Fortress Self Storage 1503 Ocean Blvd NW Coos Bay, OR 97420 541-888-5521
The following unit will be sold at Public Auction Starting 12/10/2024, at 9:00 am Ending 12/17/2024, at 9:00 am for non-payment of rent and other fees. Auction to be pursuant to Auction Rules and Procedures for Truax Holdings. Rules are available at the facility office. All bidding will take place ONLINE at bid13.com Unit# 316 Luis Gutierrez. 11/1 & 11/8/2024, The World 402941 The Fortress Self Storage 1503 Ocean Blvd NW Coos Bay, OR 97420 541-888-5521
The following unit will be sold at Public Auction Starting 11/12/2024, at 9:00 am Ending 11/19/2024, at 9:00 am for non-payment of rent and other fees. Auction to be pursuant to Auction Rules and Procedures for Truax Holdings. Rules are available at the facility office. All bidding will take place ONLINE at bid13.com Unit# 047 Halford, Bradley 11/1 & 11/8/2024, The World 402877
SUMMONS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR COOS COUNTY
Case No. 24CV49603
MICHAEL D. DROBOT; KABATECK, LLP, and ALL OTHER PERSONS OR PARTIES UNKNOWN claiming any right, title, claim, estate, lien, or interest in the property described in the Complaint herein.
To: ALL OTHER PERSONS OR PARTIES
UNKNOWN
Explanation of the Complaint and Relief
Requested.
Plaintiff seeks a money judgment against defendant Drobot, for the amounts due on a promissory note; and (2) foreclosure of a Trust Deed, which granted Plaintiff, as beneficiary, a
security interest in certain real property commonly referred to as 2778 Colony Circle, Bandon, Oregon 97411, and more particularly described as Lot 10, The Colony at Bandon Cove - A Planned Community Filed and Recorded September 26, 2007 in Volume 14, Page 25, CAB C-581, Plant Records and in Microfilm Reel No. 2007-12561, Deed Records, Coos County, Oregon, in the Complaint (the “Property”). The relief requested may impact the rights and interests of third parties who are presently unknown (the “Unknown Parties”), who are included in this case pursuant to ORCP 20 J. Because of the possible adverse effect of this lawsuit, notice is being given, and the Unknown
Parties are being given the opportunity to appear in the case and present their claims and defenses to the relief requested by Plaintiffs.
Plaintiff seeks (1) a money judgment be awarded against defendant Drobot in the amount of $946,843.16 and for additional sums that may be awarded to Plaintiff, together with post-judgment interest from the date of entry until paid, and (2) a declaration that the lien of Plaintiff’s Trust Deed is prior in time, right, title, and interest to any interest in the Property of Defendants, and forever foreclosing all right, title, lien, claim or interest of Defendants in the Property and declaring any such rights are inferior to Plaintiff’s, and foreclosing the lien of the Trust Deed and ordering the sale of the
Property by the Sheriff of Coos County, in the manner prescribed by law.
IN THE NAME OF THE STATE OF OREGON:
You are hereby required to appear and answer the Complaint filed against you in the above-entitled case within 30 days from the first date of publication of this summons, and if you fail so to answer, for want thereof, the Plaintiffs will apply to the court for the relief demanded therein.
NOTICE TO DEFENDANTS: 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 on the Plaintiff. The date of first publication is November 8. 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 or toll-free elsewhere in Oregon at 800-452-7636. WATKINSON, LAIRD, RUBENSTEIN, P.C.
Of Attorneys for Plaintiff Julia I. Manela, OSB No. 023771
Email: jmanela@wlrlaw.com
1203 Willamette Street, Ste 200 PO Box 10567, Eugene, OR 97440 T: 541-484-2277, F: 541484-2282
Trial Attorney: Connor D. King, OSB No. 193945
Email: cking@wlrlaw.com
11/8, 11/15, 11/22, and 11/29/2024, World 403577
Public Auction/Foreclosure
Sale Young, Rylee: Unit G021, Belaustegui, Steve: Unit G024 Auction Date: November 15 @ 10:00am
Location: By The Dunes RV Storage, LLC at 69088 Wildwood Road, North Bend, Oregon 97459. Please call day of auction to confirm auction is still proceeding 541-756-7755. 11/1 & 11/8/2024, The World 402926
Community Calendar of Events
Dance and Fitness Class
Every Monday (All year long, except holidays) from 9- 10:30 a.m. North Bend Senior Center1470 Airport Lane
Fun paced world music exercise class for women and men. New dancers are welcome. Free!
Pacific 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 Mall1611 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
Oregon Bay Area Beautification
Every 2nd Saturday, November 9 @ 9:45 a.m. Locations vary; visit https:// www.4obab.org/ for details
Whether you're someone who enjoys light duties or someone who's ready to dive into more demanding tasks, we have a project for you.
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 create at home. This event is FREE and open to everyone. For ingredients and access, please register by going to https://bit.ly/3powyqG.
Country Gospel Jubilee featuring Open Mic Sunday, November 3 @ 3 p.m.
Shoreline Community Church, 1251 Clark St, North Bend
Tom & Debbie Trammel & Steve Blum will be performing and hosting the gospel jubilee. Anyone can sign up by 2:30 p.m. for the open mic. There is no charge to attend, and refreshments are served. Free will offering will be taken, and CDs are available to purchase.
Ballroom Dancing Sunday, November 3 from 2- 4 p.m.
Engle’s (2nd floor)568 S 2nd St, Coos Bay
Join us for ballroom dancing! There will be a salsa dance lesson for half an hour followed by ballroom dancing. $5 per person.
Bandon Playhouse Presents: Coquille River Anthology Friday, November 8; Saturday, November 9; Sunday, November 10 Friday & Saturday curtains are 7 p.m. Sunday matinees are 2 p.m.
Wheelhouse Restaurant, Gallery Room- 125 Chicago Ave SE, Bandon
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.
Sawdust Theatre Presents: Missoula Children’s TheatrePinocchio Saturday, November 9Showing Sawdust Theatre120 N Adams St, Coquille
This is for all ages from about 5-18 years old. Come to the Missoula Children's Theatre adaptation of one of the most beloved of all children’s stories– Pinocchio.
Google Workshop Wednesday, November 6 from 9- 10:30 a.m.
The Mill Casino Hotel (Hazel, Willow, beargrass)
Free! Open to all small businesses. Dscover essential digital tools and techniques. Contact 541-756-4613 or visit swilson@northbendcity.org.
Mind Power Gallery Wine
Tasting: Artist Show Opening Friday November 8 @ 4- 7 p.m. 417 Fir Ave, Reedsport
Presenting: Philip Barasch, “Bearing Witness” &“ All Souls All Saints” and Cooper Ridge.
Downtown Holiday Open Houses Friday, November 8 & Saturday, November 9
Participating businesses will open their doors on the second weekend in November for the Holiday Open Houses. Browse participating shops for gift-giving inspirations and holiday home décor while entering to win door prizes. For more information, visit www. coosbaydowntown.com
Oregon State University: Art about Agriculture Competition and Touring Exhibition On Display through Saturday, November 9 Oregon Coast School of Art- 325 High St., Gardiner
Art about Agriculture’s 41st annual competition and touring exhibition presents juried selections highlighting the lifeblood of Pacific Northwest’s agricultural diversity, economy, communities, and culture.
Coos County Health and Wellness Presents: Ferris Bueller’s Day Off Saturday, November 9 @ 2 p.m.
229 S Broadway, Coos Bay
Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Admission is free with popcorn and juice or water.
Veterans Day Breakfast Saturday, November 9 from 8:30- 11 a.m.
Lakeside Senior Center (Lakeside Feed the Need Food Pantry), 915 N Lake Road
Pancakes, biscuits & gravy, scrambled eggs, sausage, juice and coffee. Veterans are free! There is a $6 charge for breakfast. Seniors over 60 are $5. Children under 6 are free!
The Dolphin Playhouse Presents: An Evening with Confusion Saturday, Nov. 9 @ 7 p.m. 580 Newmark Ave., Coos Bay
Featuring: Kiras, Hill, and M>O>I. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $15. Get presale tickets at www.
Thedolphinplayhouse.com
Folk Extravadanza
Sunday, November 10 from 6:30- 8:30 p.m.
Bandon Senior Activity Center, 1100 11th Avenue, SW, Bandon
South Coast Experienced folk dance party! Full dance program with teaching requests and recorded music. Free!
The VFW Post 3440, VFW Auxiliary Post 3440, American Legion Post 26, and the Bandon Veterans Honor Guard will honor all veterans with a motor parade through the streets of Bandon. There will be a short presentation at the Veterans Memorial followed
HOLY COW! HISTORY:
By J. Mark Powell InsideSources.com
It’s an indelible icon of America’s early 20th century: A bowler hat and a toothbrush mustache, baggy trousers with wornout shoes, a cheap cane, and a funny walk, all garnished with an impishly shy smile. For over a century, we’ve recognized them as the trademarks of Charlie Chaplin’s beloved Little Tramp character. At least once (and perhaps more), Chaplin failed to pass himself off as — himself. His image is so iconic today that it’s difficult to remember there was once a time when the absurd figure’s hilarious antics were brand new. A new medium was coming into its own in the 1910s. Though Hollywood preferred the slightly scientific-sounding title “motion picture industry,” everyday folks created the name we still use today. Movies. They had advanced way beyond the original
brief grainy, flickering scenes showing slices of daily life. (Remember, the very first five-second film Thomas Edison shot in January 1894 showed a guy sneezing). By the early 1910s, they had evolved into actual stories. And young English comedian turned Californian Charlie Chaplin was in the right place at precisely the right time to make the most of it. His lovable vagrant (or “the little fellow,” as Chaplin called him) first appeared in 1914’s “Mabel’s Strange Predicament.” Mabel Normand was a popular star in her day, but the Little Tramp stole the show … and moviegoers’ hearts, too.
He was an instant hit. In fact, the next year he starred in the feature comedy “The Tramp.” It was box office gold, and the rest, as they say, was history. Charlie Chaplin’s Little Tramp was an overnight worldwide sensation. There had never been anything that big, that global, in human history. The Little
Tramp was an Everyman with universal appeal. Because these were silent films, the title cards could easily be switched from English to other languages. In a remarkably short time, audiences were laughing at the tramp’s hijinks from Bakersfield to Berlin to Bombay.
The whole world loved Charlie Chaplin, and his humor helped people heal from the insanity that had been World War I. By 1920, Charlie Chaplin Mania was in full swing. Local movie houses cashed in on the craze by holding Charlie Chaplin look-alike competitions. In a decade famous for its fads, this one swiftly swept the country. Dozens of men entered the contests, all dressed like the Little Tramp and sporting glued-on mustaches. There there fat Tramps and skinny Tramps, tall Tramps and short Tramps, old Tramps and young Tramps. Audiences often picked the winners with their applause. Some winners went home with
generous prizes. Yet Charlie Chaplin himself — the real Charlie Chaplin — lost at least one such competition.
Chaplin had a mischievous streak and loved pulling good-natured pranks. It’s easy to see why this one appealed to him.
In his book, “My Father, Charlie Chaplin,” Charles Chaplin Jr. wrote, “They held countless Charlie Chaplin contests. Dad told me about one of these that had taken place before I was born. It was at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, and there were 30 or 40 people on the stage doing their best to imitate Dad. Dad was one of them. He’d gone up incognito to see how he would fare. He came in third. Dad always thought this one of the funniest jokes imaginable — whether on him or the judges or both, I don’t know.”
Another version appears in the book “Tramp: The Life of Charlie Chaplin.” It says: “… many (vaudeville houses) were promoting
the Chaplin vogue by sponsoring amateur Charlie look-alike contests. Among the early winners was Bob Hope, who took first prize in a Chaplin contest in Cleveland. Charlie himself was not so lucky. When he entered a contest run by a theater in San Francisco, he failed even to make the finals. ‘I am tempted to give lessons in the Chaplin walk,’ he told a reporter, ‘out of pity as well as in the desire to see the thing done correctly.’” Knowing Chaplin’s sense of merriment and love of lighthearted devilry, he may have entered several contests on a whim while appearing in different cities when touring the country. While the specifics are open to debate, it appears Charlie Chaplin actually did lose his own look-alike contest at least once.
by a BBQ at ‘The Post’. Cost of the BBQ is $10 and veterans will eat free!
Umpqua Soil & Water Conservation District Small Grant Projects Farm Tour Monday, November 11th from 3- 5 p.m. 2191 Ranch Road, Reedsport Do you have mud issues on your farm or ranch during wet weather? If so, join us for this free tour! For more information, contact Rhonda Black, rhonda@ umpquasoilandwater.com, (541) 662-1341. Register by November 8 at Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite. com/e/umpqua-swcd-smallgrant-projects-farm-tourtickets-1045327822657
Bandon Showcase presents: Halie Loren Thursday, November 14 @ 7:30 p.m. Sprague Community Theater- 1202 11th St. SW, in Bandon City Park. General admission is $35. Tickets are available on Eventbrite and or at the door. The box office opens at 6:30 p.m., and doors to the auditorium open at 7 p.m. Visit BandonShowcase. org for tickets and more information. Umpqua Soil and Water Conservation District Meeting Thursday, November 14 @ 6:30 p.m. - Virtual Please join the meeting from your device. https://meet. goto.com/UmpquaSWCD/ umpquasoilandwaterconservationdistrictmeeting You can also dial in using your phone. Access Code: 600-516-765
You can’t help chuckling at the irony. The man who made millions from making the world laugh failed to convince an audience that he was himself. It would have melted even the Little Tramp’s
BY MARY SCHAMEHORN
An article in a January 1924 Western World told the story of Bandon's milk condensery, which was located on the dock in the building which later became the Moore Mill Truck Shop.
"The milk condensery of the Nestle's Food company at Bandon ( rst photo) is one of the largest factories of the kind on the coast. The output of dairies in northern Curry county and on the Coquille river is used. The milk from approximately 6000 cows is consumed in making the product turned out.
u vaccination clinic
"The factory makes the unsweetened evaporated milk, and also the sweetened condensed milk. The Alpine brand is made for local and domestic consumption, but the products of the factory the waterway. The boat operates between Coquille and Bandon. Milk from northern Curry county is brought by auto truck to the factory.
"The company maintains a large warehouse and receiving station at Coquille where dairymen of that locality deliver their milk which is brought down the river by the company boat." (Note the milk containers on the deck of the Dora).
The Nestle's Food
Wednesday in City Park, with a total of 498 vaccinations administered, including 313 u vaccines and 185 Covid shots. The hospital's foundation sponsors the free clinic with proceeds from their fundraisers, including the golf tournament, which
"The plant is up-to-date in equipment and is one of the most elaborate in the way of machinery and largest in output of any on the coast.
"The Nestles company operates several plants on the coast, among them a factory at McMinnville.
Graydon Stinnett. Earl and his wife Linda live in North Bend; Graydon lives in Benton County. Syd, a former Bandon police of cer and sheriff's deputy, died many years ago. Gene lived in Coquille with his wife, Marilyn, and died a short time ago.
Coos
He is full-time physician, and will be spending time as a Hospitalist joining the rotation with Dr. Olixn Adams, Dr. Noel Pense and Dr. Douglas Crane, as well as spending time as Chief Medical Of cer.
The Southern Coos Hospital and Health Center sponsored a very successful drive-through
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The district also learned that Dr. Sharon Monsivais, a plastic surgeon who specializes in hand surgeries, is leaving, effective Jan. 25, due to family concerns.
Dawn Gray, who has been the clinic manager for two years at the Southern Coos Health
Center clinic, has resigned effective mid-November to assume a position as youth pastor at her church in Myrtle Point. Dawn has recently undergone some serious health issues, and even though she told the district she loved working as clinic manager, she said it was time for her to go in a different direction. She will de nitely be missed by the staff and board.
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I haven't updated the list of commercial properties for sale in Bandon in some months, so here
are the latest listings that I found.
Lord Bennett's, $2.2 million; old Italian restaurant south of town owned by Jane Bento, $1.5 million; Billy Smoothboar's, $1.2 million; the highway market (pink building) at Highway 101 and Grand, $649,000; three separate storage units, owned by the family of the late Leo Lewandowski, $6 million; La Kris Inn, $1.8 million; The Minute Cafe in Old Town, $850,000; b side motel, on Highway 42S, $1.9 million; of ce building at 1180 Oregon avenue, $1.3 million; Oregon Cranberry Processing facility on Morrison Road, $6.3 million. It appears that Sunset Motel, which had previously been listed for $16.5 million, has been taken off the market.
Bandon
drove
low
allowed us to view properties from Coquille Point south to the Sunset City Addition, outside the city limits. And we also went to the South Jetty to look at what is happening to the foredune. It was a real learning experience!
Run ads 1-4 again to complete weeks 25, 26, 27, 28
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As for another property that had been previously listed, Face Rock Creamery, LoopNet advises, "The retail property at 680 2nd St., Bandon, is no longer being advertised on LoopNet.com. Contact the broker for information.
In preparation for the Nov. 5 city council meeting, where the city's gorse ordinance was on the agenda, I was given a tour of the bluff properties, from the beach, by
Ending: Mid April
A corrections deputy, who works in the Coos County Jail, was violently attacked on Oct. 18 at around 4:50 a.m. by an inmate, Ian Geer, 33, who is awaiting trial on the
PHOTO COURTESY OF MARY SCHAMEHORN
Bullards Park Manager Nick Schoeppner last week. We
onto the beach at
tide, which
A Kenworth log truck, operated by Billy Lee Bales Coder, 50, Myrtle Point, was passing
Photos contributed by the Mary Schamehorn collection
Humboldt Club holds roast of Beloved Bartender
BY NATE SCHWARTZ
When Rene Mollier, a bartender at Humboldt Club, was asked how she’d like to celebrate her birthday, her answer was quick. She didn’t want some standard, sappy love-fest. As be tting of a dive bar drink slinger, Rene felt more comfortable with a roast. Located right on the main stretch in downtown North Bend, the Humboldt Club will be celebrating its 100-year anniversary in 2025. The local xture’s roots as a union watering hole for the ILWU, who’s historic hall is just around the corner, are still on display. Nowadays, it’s
a pre- and post-show favorite of folks catching the latest at the Liberty Theater just down the way.
“This place hasn’t changed a bit,” a chatty bar y was eager to share with me, “I used to live up Sherman in the early 90’s. The inside, the prices, it’s how I remembered. It’s that kind of place.”
That seemed the consensus from all the regulars, who after a few rounds of pool and darts, were ready for the guest of honor. 50/50 raf es were held, and the roast of the fashionably late Rene began.
You’d be forgiven for thinking you’d attended
a ‘boast’ as much as a ‘roast’, with regulars, co-workers, friends, and even her husband getting in on the act. Folks got their licks in, to be sure, but there was no shortage of love for Rene’s wit, caring attitude, and killer kitchen specials.
The biggest question of the night: just how old was Rene turning? Turns out, not even a reporter is allowed to ask a Lady her age without some ire. That said I’d like to join the folks at Humboldt Club in wishing Rene a happy (let’s call it) 35th birthday!
Stop on in the next time you need a little more neighborhood in your night out!
Humboldt Façade: Humboldt Club, located in downtown North Bend where the 101 meets Sherman Ave, will be celebrating its 100-year birthday in 2025.
Rene and Nicole: Rene Mollier (L) celebrates with fellow bartender turned roastmaster Nicole LeCompte (R).
