Coos County goes red in the General, matching much of the country
BY NATE SCHWARTZ
Curry Coastal Pilot
To many, the 2024 election cycle will be remembered as one of the most contentious and vitriolic in recent history. Many did not know what to expect, overall, going into that fateful Tuesday night, but there were some reasonable suspicions.
Oregon would almost de nitely be going blue. The last time Oregon’s electoral votes went to a Republican was for Reagan in ’84. Coos County, however, was clearly trending red, along with many other rural areas. According to the Unof cial Totals Report for Election Day 2024, Coos County reported a 57.61% victory for Trump, with Harris receiving 39.82% of the vote. If this result holds, it will
be an even bigger margin of victory in Coos County than 2020, during which 56.5% of the vote went to the Republican candidate, but not quite as large as the support for Former President Trump’s rst term, at 58.4% in 2016. These local results were not surprising. What did come as a shock to the country was the red wave that seemed to hit the battleground states. The ‘Blue Wall’ did not hold in 2024, with key states like Pennsylvania, Georgia, and Michigan, won for the Former President. And, on November 6th, 2024, the Associated Press declared Donald J. Trump the projected winner with 277 electoral votes. It is yet to be seen how a second Trump term could affect things on the South Coast.
The new administration will certainly have its own stance on important Oregonian issues like green energy development, environmental regulation, homelessness solutions, and collective bargaining. It will be up to Oregon citizens and our elected representatives to put pressure on those in power and speak for our interests, regardless of administration. Now is as good a time as any to remind folks of ‘The Oregon Way’. An idea that, no matter who may be in power, we always take our neighbors into consideration, and all the stakeholders get a voice at the table. Oregonians made their voices heard on election night, now it’s up to us to carry that action forward toward substantial change for our communities.
Unofficial results for Coos County’s local and state races for office
BY NATE SCHWARTZ & WILL CHAPPELL
Country Media, Inc.
Despite the chaos of the general election, local races can often have the biggest impacts on the day to day lives of American voters. Mayoral and City Council races took most of the spotlight with a Coos County Commissioner’s seat also up for grabs. Here’s how things shook out as of Wednesday morning. Keep in mind that all election results are preliminary pending certification.
County Races
Coos County Commissioner, Position 1 –Drew Farmer 53.2%, Bob Main 46.2%
Upstart independent Drew Farmer took down conservative incumbent Bob Main for the 1st position on the Coos County Commission. The 38-year-old Navy veteran served on the Coos Bay City Council from 2016-2024.
Focused on cutting red tape, increasing housing supply, and community safety, Farmer brings experience from multiple sectors to the job. Previously employed with Working Wonders and the Bay Area Foundation, two local non-profits, Farmer now runs his own consulting practice, helping grow businesses and charitable organizations.
Bob Main will leave office after a decade on the Commission, being first elected back in 2014.
Coos County Treasurer –Megan Simms, unopposed
Bandon
Mayor –Mary Schamehorn 52.5% Angela Cardas 46%
Incumbent Mary Schamehorn has been the Mayor of Bandon since 2004 and will extend that run for another 4-year cycle. Previously serving on the Bandon City Council from 1977-1986, Schamehorn brings over 45 years of experience to the role. Her platform emphasizes workers’ housing, community security, and emergency preparedness.
The former reporter and editor is a life-long Bandon
resident and is also a key member of the Bandon Historical Society. Schamehorn has been a contributing columnist at the World for years, writing her ‘As I See It’ column weekly, highlighting Bandon’s rich history and Bright future.
Bandon City Council –Archie Garrett 26% Gerald Slothower 21.5% Geraldine Precetto 20% for three positions.
Coos Bay Mayor – Joe Benetti, unopposed
Coos Bay City Council –Stephanie Kilmer 23.2% Lucinda DiNovo 21.4%, Troy Cribbins 19.4% Jacob Neibergall 17.5% for four positions.
The Coos Bay City Council race’s fourth open position came down to a minuscule number of votes. Jacob Neibergall edged Scott Frasieur by a mere 74 votes, or a percentage difference of 0.55%. The World will update this article with any changes during the certification process, as these are preliminary results. Kilmer, DiNovo, and
BY DEAN BRICKEY
COQUILLE — Coos County Commissioners have agreed to sell park property in Charleston to the Charleston Merchants Association (CMA.)
Colton Totland, county counsel, told commissioners at their meeting Nov. 5 that the CMA has been leasing the Charleston County Park, which encompasses six-tenths of an acre and the building upon it. The CMA uses the building as the Charleston Visitor and Information Center. The lease dates back to 1997.
Commissioners conducted a public hearing on the proposal, but only Tim Hyatt, president of the CMA, spoke. He said the building on the property originally was a laundry facility for a trailer park. The CMA plans to renovate the structure to accommodate both the visitor center and a meeting room, he added.
Commissioner John Sweet described the property as being on the right (north) side of Cape Arago Highway near Davey Jones Locker.
Commissioner Rod Taylor said the sale and project would “be a benefit to the community.” According to the order prepared for commissioners to sign, the property is appraised at $310,000, which is the sale price. The county will maintain proceeds from the sale for park purposes, the order states. The CMA is under contract with the county to either relocate or renovate the Visitor and Information Center, the order states, using revenue from the Transient Lodging Tax. The CMA presented plans to the county in July to renovate the building. With the sale of the property to the CMA, it would be able to proceed with those plans.
In other business Nov 5, the commissioners approved
Letter to the Editor
Proud to live in Charleston
Kudos to several groups in Charleston! First to the Charleston Merchants Association for putting up beautiful new banners along Boat Basin Road, and the UO’s Oregon Institute of Marine Biology’s faculty for his help with the lift truck to put them up!
Next, thank you to Charleston Fishing Families for all they do to help the fishermen including the recent Trunk or Treat in the Marina parking lot-thank you Port for the space! Rain and wind didn’t stop their volunteers from hand out candy for Halloween to
Local Race
Cribbins will be returning to their seats as victorious incumbents. Neibergall will be a new member of the Council.
North Bend
Mayor –Jessica Engelke 64% Hairy Haines VII 36%
Incumbent Mayor Jessica Engelke retains her position for a second term, after becoming North Bend’s first woman to hold the office in 2020. Engelke has made housing and economic development the cornerstones of her platform.
Engelke had a large hand in helping secure $4 million in referral funds for a workforce housing development of the former Coos County Annex. Engelke has impressed in wider circles. She is the current Vice President of the League of Oregon Cities and will be taking over as President of the League in 2025. She also sits on the Governor’s South Coast Regional Solutions advisory committee.
North Bend City Council –
Timm Slater 27.6% Melinda Torres 27.54% Matt Hamilton 25.35%, Susanna Noordhoff 18.3%
In the North Bend City Council race, incumbent Matt Hamilton is the only one up for election that will be returning to their seat on the dais. Councilor Patt Goll did not run for re-election, after serving two non-consecutive four-year terms. Councilor Susanna Noordhoff will be losing her seat on the council after a fractious period that saw fallouts with members of City staff.
New member, Melinda Torres, can boast a recent honor from the Oregon Department of Education, as she was announced as the 2022 Education Support Professional of the Year for her work as the liaison for the Keeping AtRisk Kids Afloat (ARK) Project. She is also the first person of Hispanic descent to be elected to the North Bend City Council.
Timm Slater is a former North Bend City Councilor and Mayor. He also served as Executive Director of the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce. He retired from his Chamber position in 2023
the kids!
Last but not least, thanks to the UO’s Charleston Marine Life Center where staff, faculty crew, students, and volunteers opened the center Halloween night, free-of-charge, to over 400 people! The center was decorated with everything from pumpkins in the tanks (The Pacific Red Octopus took the top off her pumpkin!) to tables upstairs for kids to have craft activities and face painting. Volunteers are alive and well in Charleston!
Kathleen Hornstuen
after nearly 16 years in the role. He returns for what will be his third stint as a Councilor over a nearly 30-year period.
Coquille
Mayor – Sam Flaherty, unopposed
Coquille City Council –
Sheena Corbus 33.5%
John Cooper 32.6% Jay Westrum 31.5%
Lakeside
Mayor –
Nikki Wood 39.7%
Sara Coats 32.3% Laura Balancier 17.33%
Shauleen Higgins 9%
Nikki Wood came out ahead in a very crowded Lakeside Mayoral race. Mayor Edwards retired from office in 2022, citing health concerns. He was replaced by Mayor Sherry Kinsey, who was recalled from office in November 2023.
Mark Crouch was elected Mayor in a special election in April 2024 to fill the rest of Kinsey’s term, but chose not to seek re-election.
Wood is the only winning candidate in any position in Coos County under the age of 30. She was recently appointed to the Board of Directors for the League of Oregon City’s Women’s Caucus.
Lakeside City Council –
Nikki Harden 32.3%
Thomas Miller 31.9% Robert Ward 29.6%
Myrtle Point
Mayor –Samantha Clayburn, unopposed
Myrtle Point City Council –Mike Wood 33.6% Shelley Clayburn 32.1%, Ryland Parker 30.4%
Powers
Mayor –Fred Fry 55.7% Michael Maffei 32.8%
Powers City Council –
Noah White 32% Jim Clauson 30.5% Elisa Canon 19.8% Cheryl Dombrose 15%
Arrest made in Coos County after a fatal gunshot incident
On Sunday, Oct. 13, at approximately 9:23 p.m., the North Coos 911 Center received a 911 call indicating that a person had been shot at a residence located at 56081 Spring Creek Road, Bandon.
Officers from the Bandon Police Department and the Coos County Sheriff’s Office, along with medical personnel, responded.
Upon arrival, the officers found Thomas John Thoeny, 53, with an apparent gunshot wound. Thoeny lived in a fifth wheel trailer located on the property. He was immediately transported to Bay Area Hospital, where he died as a result of being shot.
Upon investigation, the Sheriff’s Office arrested Janice
Jahnean Green, 45, and lodged her at the Coos County Jail on a charge of murder in the second degree. Green is believed to be the sister of Thoeny and resided in a house located at the above address.
District Attorney for Coos County R. Paul Frasier filed District Attorney’s information charging Green with murder in the second degree.
Officers from the Bandon Police Department, the Coos County Sheriff’s Office, the Coos County Medical Examiner’s Office, and the District Attorney’s Office assisted in this investigation. The lead agency on this case was the Coos County Sheriff’s Office. Anyone with information about this case is encouraged to contact the Sheriff’s Office.
The Chamber Minute
From the desk of Rosey Thomas
BY ROSEY THOMAS Executive director, Bay Area Chamber of Commerce
Hello, Rosey here with your latest Chamber Minute!
November is upon us, and our Economic Outlook Forum is fast approaching on December 13th. Be sure to save the date and register online for this must-attend event! And, once again, we’re excited to announce that we will be giving away TWO sides of beef, generously donated by Roseburg Resources. Don’t miss out – only 200 tickets will be sold, so grab yours before they’re gone!
We’ll soon know the results of our local elections, and I’m hopeful that whatever the outcome, we can all come together to focus on the future of our community. Regardless
of what happens in Washington or Salem, we NEED our region—Coos Bay, North Bend, and Charleston—to thrive. Our community must prosper so that families can continue to live, work, and raise their children here, and our businesses can continue to grow.
No matter who holds office, I am committed to working collaboratively with others across any political aisle if it means bringing about positive change and greater prosperity for our area.
For nearly 45 years, our Chamber has been a strong force for good in our community, and I am proud to stand with our local businesses, who are the true champions of the Bay Area. As always, our simple mission remains: Our
business is helping your business.
SMALL BUSINESS
SEASON is here, and it’s time for our Shop Local Campaign! From November 1st through December 31st, when you shop locally, you’ll have a chance to win a Coos Bay, North Bend, & Charleston gift basket! The basket includes a night’s stay at the Mill Casino, fun at North Bend Lanes, and much more!
Here’s how to participate:
1. Shop locally.
2. Snap a photo of you with your receipt and tag it with #BACCSHOPLOCAL to be entered to win.
3. For double points, shop at Chamber Member businesses—you can find the list of members in the
2024 Community Profile & Directory or online at oregonsbayarea.org.
Don’t forget to like us on Facebook, heart our page on the Community Plus App, and subscribe to our YouTube
Rosey Thomas
channel at @ bayareachamberofcommerce for the latest Chamber updates.
Thank you for your continued support and for championing the growth and prosperity of our local businesses!
Coos County Commissioners deny appeal challenging new Bandon golf course
BY DEAN BRICKEY For The World
COQUILLE — Coos
County Commissioners have denied an appeal by the Oregon Coast Alliance of a golf course proposed south of Bandon.
Commissioners Rod Taylor, Bob Main and John Sweet conducted a public hearing Oct. 23, 2024, on the appeal of a Coos County Planning Commission decision.
After the conclusion of the one-hour meeting, commissioners voted unanimously to uphold the planning commission’s action and ordered the county planning staff to prepare findings of fact to present to commissioners pending a final decision later. Planning Director Jill Rolfe said the matter would likely come before the commissioners at their Nov. 5 meeting.
The Oregon Coast Alliance (ORCA), based in Astoria, appealed the planning commission’s decision, which led to the Oct. 23 hearing before the county commissioners.
Cameron La Follette, ORCA’s executive director, has said her organization appealed the decision to get an additional hearing. ORCA is an advocacy organization. Among other things, it strives to protect the Oregon coast by working with coastal residents for sustainable communities, protecting and restoring coastal and marine natural resources, according to its website.
A Eugene attorney, Sean T. Malone, represented ORCA at public hearings last summer and again Oct. 23. Speaking to the commissioners via phone, he addressed the issues that prompted ORCA’s objections to the project. He said golf courses differ greatly from cranberry bogs, which are the principal uses on the adjacent property, which also is zoned for farm use.
Among other differences, he said golf courses promote more traffic and accumulate more litter.
exclusive farm use zone.
The application for the New River Dunes Golf Course was signed by Michael L. Keiser, who owns the property.
Keiser said in his application the accessory uses would include a clubhouse/restaurant, a maintenance facility, restrooms, a caddy shack, driving range, practice course and parking.
The application shows the proposed development would be west of U.S. Highway 101 and south of Boak Lane, which would be the primary access to the property. The links would be on a long, narrow strip of property that extends south from Boak Lane between cranberry bogs and the Bandon State Natural Area. The southern end of the proposed golf course would be directly west of Bandon Crossings Golf Course, which occupies land on the east side of the highway.
Chris Hood of the Bandon Dunes Golf Resort and Ken Nice, general manager of Bandon Dunes, represented the applicant at the hearing. Hood said the application was complete and the commissioners had all the information they needed to uphold the planning commission’s approval.
In addition, Hood addressed some of Malone’s objections, explaining that the applicant would return to the county with more specific information about the layout of the golf course and its accessory structures upon further assessment of the property.
“This is not high-value farm land,” Hood said. “The property is literally a sand dune. We’re going to put it to good use. That property is very suitable for a links-style golf course.”
Refuting ORCA’s concerns about impacts on adjacent farm uses, Hood said, “We’re not doing anything on the golf course that isn’t being done on the adjacent land already.”
He said ORCA’s concerns about wastewater, water table drawdown and chemical uses would be addressed and regulated by state agencies.
Malone also questioned the capacity of the property’s drain field, expressed concerns about water drawdowns affecting the neighboring farms and objected to the applicant’s lack of specific locations for buildings proposed on the 342-acre property. He said commissioners should deny the application or return it to the planning commission for further review.
Ocean River LLC of Bandon applied for a conditional use permit in April to establish the 18hole regulation golf course with accessory uses in the
“We have to go through the Oregon Water Resources Department,” Hood said. “We have to demonstrate there will be zero impact. They will not give you a permit these days without that.”
Ken Nice of Bandon Dunes said ORCA shouldn’t be concerned about how the developer will manage the property.
“I think our environmental record at Bandon Dunes speaks for itself,” Nice said.
SPORTS Marshfield claims volleyball state title
JOHN GUNTHER For The World
NORTH BEND — For the second time in three years, Marshfield is the Class 4A volleyball champion after the Pirates edged Marist Catholic in the championship match Saturday night, 26-24, 25-21, 23-25, 30-28.
The Pirates avenged last year’s championship-match loss to the Spartans in front of a big crowd in North Bend’s gym.
Marshfield showed great resilience in the match, coming back from deficits in three of the four sets.
“I’m so excited,” senior setter Ava Ainsworth said. “My emotions are everywhere. Our team left everything we had on the court.”
The Pirates trailed in the first set 22-18 and 24-23 before coming back to tie the set on a kill by Tatum Montiel and win it on back-to-back stuff blocks by McKenzie Fitzgerald-Thornton.
The second set was the only one that didn’t come down to the wire or that Marshfield didn’t have a big rally in. The Pirates went in front early and stayed there.
In the third set, Marist Catholic led 18-11 but Marshfield again surged, going in front 2120 with a surge that included a pair of kills from Alie Clarke and another stuff block by Fitzgerald-Thornton.
But Marist Catholic was able to extend the match on a kill by star hitter Giana Elgarico.
The Spartans again led late in the fourth set, up 23-19, before a miscue by the Spartans and two kills by Montiel gave Marshfield new life.
The Spartans still had set point at 24-22 with a chance to extend the match to a deciding fifth point, but the Pirates saved both points on a kill by Montiel and a Marist Catholic hitting error.
The teams then traded the lead three more times before Marshfield finally ended the match on an ace by libero Chloe Runn.
Montiel provided the bulk of Marshfield’s offense, but Clarke, Fitzgerald-Thornton and freshman Caroline Kntuson also provided key kills. Runn led a steady defense in the back row and Marshfield
was able to slow Marist Catholic’s powerful lineup of hitters with numerous blocks and tips at the net.
“Everyone on the court stepped up and did their job,” Marshfield coach Tammie Montiel said. “I’m super proud of them.”
The championship was extra sweet for Marshfield’s four seniors, who have been playing together for more than a decade and been close for a lot longer than that. Ainsworth, Tatum Montiel, Clarke and Analise McCord all are cousins.
“I have so many emotions,”
Tatum Montiel said. “I’m so happy.”
Marshfield capped a season that didn’t include any losses to other 4A teams. Both setbacks came to Pleasant Hill in tournaments.
“All the girls were ready
to fight from Day 1,” Tatum Montiel said. “We knew what we wanted after last year.
“To do it with my cousins and my mom as coach is the best thing.”
Marshfield had to win two matches on the opening day of the tournament to reach the championship.
The Pirates beat Cascade 25-22, 25-18, 19-25, 25-19 in the quarterfinals and Stayton 25-16, 25-19, 25-19 in the semifinals.
That set up the big match against a familiar Marist Catholic squad — the teams were meeting for the sixth time in the past two seasons.
The Spartans put up a tremendous fight, especially since they lost star middle blocker Avy Roundy midway through the first set to a knee injury while leading 15-11.
That left the Spartans using
a rotation they had never tried all season, coach Shari Pimental said.
“Our kids played hard,” she said. “I’m super proud of them.
Ainsworth and Montiel both were named to the all-tournament first team, along with Marist Catholic’s Elgarico and Roundy.
Crook County swept Stayton 25-8, 25-15, 25-14 in the thirdplace match and The Dalles outlasted Cascade 25-22, 25-18, 17-25, 19-25, 15-10 in the consolation final.
The tournament was in the Bay Area for the first time, as was the Class 3A tournament, held at Marshfield High School. The format allowed for all the matches to be played one at a time, rather than the format used in other tournaments with side-by-side matches until the championship round.
Bandon boys earn third-place trophy at state
JOHN GUNTHER
For The World
EUGENE — Bandon’s boys finished third at the state cross country meet on Saturday while two individuals from other schools had top-10 finishes.
The Tigers were led by freshman Beckett Pahls, who crossed the line in sixth place, finishing in 16 minutes and 51 seconds.
“I thought it was a lot of fun,” said Pahls. “I didn’t really know what was going to happen. I’m really happy with it.”
He was thrilled with the team’s effort.
“A lot of the boys aren’t feeling 100 percent right now — third is awesome,” he said.
The Tigers have a relatively young squad — four of their seven runners Saturday were freshmen.
“We’ve got a great team,” Pahls said. “I’m excited for next year.”
The combined Union-Cove squad edged Knappa by three points for the second straight year in the team race, 41-44. Bandon was third with 122, 20 points ahead of the combined Stanfield-Echo squad.
Noah Brown was 29th (18:02), Sawyer Miller 37th (18:13), Jonah Brown 38th (18:16), Trask Wehner 44th (18:35), Peyton Simonds 53rd (18:58) and Jackson Simonds 60th (19:20) for the Tigers.
Peyton Simonds is the team’s only senior.
Myrtle Point’s Eli Nicholson was 33rd (18:06).
3A-2A-1A GIRLS: Coquille freshman Ella Henthorn finished fourth in her first state meet.
“I’m proud of my place, I’m not excited with my time,” said Henthorn, who finished in 18:42, trailing champion Daisy Lalonde of East Linn Christian (18:07), Oregon Episcopal’s Lauren Tittel (18:23) and Valley Catholic’s Isabelle Wiebe (18:36).
Henthorn was running in fifth until the final half mile, when she pulled away from two others.
“It’s been our goal all season,” she said of finishing strong.
Coquille was 10th in the team race. Faith Gertner was 41st (21:00), Bryleigh Mead 63rd (21:50), Grace Gertner 82nd (23:10), Elizabeth Huff 96th (23:55), and Adriana Lucatero and Ada Millet 104th and 105th (24:52). Oregon Episcopal repeated as team champions. Siuslaw missed a trophy by one point, finishing just behind Banks in fifth place. Alison Hughes led the Vikings with a 14th-place effort (19:47).
4A GIRLS: North Bend freshman Addison Horning was 12th and teammate Ellie Massey 15th as
the two worked together most of the race Saturday. Horning was timed in 19:56 and Massey in 19:58.
La Grande’s Brooke Perry won the individual title (18:36) and Philomath repeated as team champion.
4A BOYS: Marshfield’s Jaxson Stovall finished 16th in 16:58 after running second behind champion Carter Bengtson of Cottage Grove for the first half of the race. Bengtson won in 15:41 and Newport won its second straight team title.
3A BOYS: Clayton Wilson, who won a
Myrtle Point advances in football playoffs
Powers will host Joseph in six-man quarterfinals
Myrtle Point dominated Enterprise 49-0 in the first round of the Class 2A football playoffs Friday night.
The Bobcats advance to the quarterfinals against a familiar foe, Oakland, which handed Myrtle Point its only loss of the Sunset Conference season.
The Oakers topped the Bobcats 38-14 back on Oct. 18 and will host the playoff game. Oakland, which beat Nestucca 44-0 on Friday, is the No. 2 seed and the Bobcats are the No. 4 seed.
The winner of the quarterfinal battle will face either Stanfield or Gervais in the semifinals. Stanfield stunned No. 3 Colton 20-12 and Gervais beat Lowell 50-14.
BANKS 42, COQUILLE 6: The Braves ended the season for visiting Coquille in the first round of the Class 3A playoffs Saturday.
The Red Devils, seeded 15th, couldn’t keep up with the Braves as Banks earned a quarterfinal matchup with defending champion Cascade Christian, which beat Yamhill-Carlton 57-7.
Top seed Siuslaw advanced with a 30-24 win over Dayton and will host North Valley in the quarterfinals. The Knights beat Sutherlin 35-0.
POWERS HOSTS JOSEPH: Powers learned it will face Joseph in the quarterfinals of the six-player bracket.
While Powers had a bye in the first round as the top seed in the bracket, Joseph outscored Triangle Lake 74-53.
GIRLS SOCCER
LA GRANDE 2, NORTH BEND 0: The Tigers ended North Bend’s season in the first round of the Class 4A playoffs in Eastern Oregon. La Grande got both goals in the opening minutes, by Rowan Evans and Payton Daggett. North Bend only managed one shot on goal in the entire match.
Last year, the Bulldogs beat La Grande in the opening round. This year, the No. 2 seed Tigers had another 2-0 win in the quarterfinals against Astoria on Saturday and will host North Marion in the semifinals. The Huskies beat The Dalles 3-2 in a match that went to overtime.
Valley Catholic wins 3A tournament
COOS BAY — Coquille’s run at the Class 3A state tournament at Marshfield High School came to an end without any victories Saturday, but the Red Devils played well in their first state tournament in a number of years.
Coquille had the unenviable task of opening against eventual champion Valley Catholic in the quarterfinals, and the Red Devils fared about as well as either of the Valiants’ other opponents at Marshfield.
pair of state titles on the track for Reedsport last spring, was individual champion for Siuslaw on Saturday, out-kicking Jett Leavitt of the combined Enterprise-Joseph-Wallowa team. Wilson finished in 15:37, four seconds ahead of the Outlaws. Siuslaw’s Henry Stone was seventh (16:24) and the Vikings finished third in the team race. Banks edged Valley Catholic for the team title on a race decided by the faster sixth runner after each team finished with 79 points, eight better than Siuslaw.
Though Coquille played well, Valley Catholic had too many weapons, beating the Red Devils 25-11, 25-18, 25-20.
Valley Catholic went on to sweep Corbett 25-21, 25-17, 25-10 in the semifinals and Burn 25-18, 25-14, 25-10 in the championship match. Burns stunned top seed Pleasant Hill in the semifinals 20-25, 19-25, 25-19, 25-19, 15-12 on Friday night — the Billies bounced back to sweep Corbett 25-22, 25-12, 25-17 in the third-place match.
Coquille, meanwhile, rallied to beat Santiam Christian in the first set of their consolation semifinal Saturday morning 26-24 before the Eagles out-lasted the Red Devils the rest of the way, winning the final three sets 25-22, 25-22, 25-21.
John Gunther Photos for The World Marshfield celebrates after beating Marist Catholic for the state volleyball title Saturday night in North Bend.
John Gunther Photos For The World
Bandon’s boys celebrate their third-place finish at the state cross country meet.
Mark Allen
Hannevold, Sr.
September 16, 1960 - October 27, 2024
Soldotna, AK resident Mark Allen Hannevold Sr., 64, passed away Sunday, October 27, 2024, at Central Peninsula Hospital in Soldotna.
A private celebration of life will be held. Mark was born September 16, 1960, in Coos Bay and graduated from Marshfield High School. He also served in the U.S. Marine Corp. Mark moved to Alaska in 1996 and worked for GBR Tire Services on the North Slope. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping.
His family wrote, “He was a hard worker and always had a good time. He never turned down a good mission and loved to go to play in the woods. During his last few days, he found Christ again and went to his final home in peace.”
Those left to cherish his memory include his mother, Dorothy Hannevold; brother, Terry Hannevold, both of Coos Bay; sister, Deanna Watson of Soldotna, Alaska; sons, Mark Hannevold Jr. and Anthony Hannevold, both of Soldotna, Alaska, Curtis Hannevold of Roseburg, Oregon, and Chris Hannevold, of Soldotna, Alaska; granddaughters, Daisy, Lily, Mia and Izabella Hannevold, all of Soldotna,
Alaska, Harper and Emma Hannevold, both of Roseburg, Oregon; and grandson, Rebel Hannevold of Soldotna, Alaska. Arrangements are made by Peninsula Memorial Chapel in Kenai, Alaska.
Dorla J. Warner (Yetter)
September 22, 1929 – November 3, 2024
A graveside service was held for Dorla J. Warner on November 13, 2024 at Sunset Memorial Park, Coos Bay, Oregon. A memorial will be held at a future date.
Dorla was born September 22, 1929, in Azalea, Oregon and passed away November 3, 2024 at the New Friends Care Center in Coos Bay, Oregon. Dorla spent her early years living on Sixes River and other areas near Port Orford with her grandparents and uncles, then moving to Bridge Oregon where she met and married the love of her life.
Dorla lived on the Warner Family Ranch in Gaylord, Oregon shortly after her marriage to Jack B. Warner in Bandon Oregon on June 26, 1947. Dorla gave birth to three sons, Gary; Gregg; and Wade who preceded her in death.
Dorla loved her life on the ranch with her family. She spent time canning, cooking, gardening, growing flowers and caring for her family. She spent time traveling in her motorhome with Jack and her cat, Jinx. She adored her grandchildren and great grandchildren and supported them especially in education endeavors.
Dorla worked as a millworker for more than two decades before retiring. Dorla as a kind, hardworking and caring person will be greatly missed.
Although Dorla loved flowers, the
Maxine Yvone Sigloh
February 21, 1935 - October 28, 2024
Maxine Yvone Sigloh, 89, of Coos Bay, Oregon, passed away on October 28, 2024, at her daughter’s residence in Long Creek, Oregon.
A Memorial Service will be held at Green Acres Community
family is asking for donations in her memory to be made to the Coquille Watershed Association, 390 N. Central Blvd., Coquille, OR 97423. 541-296-2541. Coquillewatershed.org.
Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.coosbayareafunerals.com
Church, 93512 Green Acres Lanes, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420 on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at 12 p.m. with Pastor Tom Stroud officiating. A private family interment will be held at Willamette Na-
James Wallace McMahon, 81, of Lakeside, passed away on October 26, 2024 in Roseburg. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.
Robert J. Frost, 72, of Coos Bay died October 31, 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
Alice May Niemeyer, 92, of Bandon, passed away on October 31, 2024 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131. www. coosbayareafunerals.com
Alice May Niemeyer
September 3, 1932 – October 31, 2024
Alice May Niemeyer, age 92, passed away on October 31, 2024, in Coos Bay, Oregon. Born on September 3, 1932, Alice spent her early years in the loving care of her parents, Claude and Ida Montgomery. She graduated from Albany High School and went on to lead a fulfilling life filled with various roles including being a waitress, blackjack dealer and a devoted homemaker.
Alice was a kindhearted, loving, strong and independent woman. Her life was marked by her dedication to her family and her faith, being an active member of the Bandon Church of Christ. She found joy in reading, nurturing plants and cherishing moments with her family.
Alice leaves behind her beloved husband of 64 years, Eugene Niemeyer; sister, Ellen Worman; daughter, Kay (Ed) Michaud; and son-in-law, John Fedrau Sr. Her legacy continues through her grandchildren, Mary (Mike) Britsch; Sarah (Dan) Wenbourne; Anna Dias, Karenna Smith; and Kory (Jenn) Smith; great-grandchildren, Oscar (Noemi) and Elijah Montelongo-Fedrau; Karen and Talon Wenbourne; Jasmine Dias; John Fedrau III; Abraham and Ruth Fedra;, as well as her great-great grandchild, Matias Montelongo-Perez.
Alice was preceded in death by her parents, Claude and Ida, daughters, Karen Fedrau and Kelly Smith; and grandchildren, Christian Amatulli and John Fedrau Jr.
A memorial service celebrating Alice’s life will be held on Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 1 p.m. at the Bandon Church of Christ in Bandon. Alice’s life was a testament to her enduring spirit and the deep love she had for her family and community.
Friends and family are encouraged to sign the online guestbook at www. coosbayareafunerals.com. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.
Dishawn Markus Willis
August 30, 2004 – October 27, 2024
Dishawn Markus Willis, a vibrant and compassionate young man, passed away on October 27, 2024; a day he chose; leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of those who loved him.
Born on August 30, 2004, Dishawn spent his first two years in Haiti before joining his forever family, Kelly and Debbie Willis, who welcomed him and his brother Divenson with open arms. Surrounded by love, Dishawn grew into a thoughtful and adventurous individual.
Dishawn explored various passions, including cross country running, football and wrestling, showcasing his determination and spirit. His kindness touched everyone he met and his introspective nature sparked a quest for life’s meaning.
Dishawn will be deeply missed by his loving family, including parents, Kelly and Debbie Willis; brothers, Divenson and Zach; sister, Joscelyn; cousin/brother, James, Alicia, and Elliana; aunt, Denise;
tional Cemetery, Portland, Oregon. Memorial contributions in her honor can be made to Camp Fircroft through the Green Acres Community Church, 93512 Green Acres Lanes, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420 or through Driskill
Memorial Chapel, 241 S. Canyon Blvd., John Day, OR 97845. To light a candle in Maxine’s memory or to offer online condolences to her family, please visit www. driskillmemorialchapel.com
Barbara J. Nelsen, 85, of Coos Bay, passed away on October 31, 2024 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.
Jacqueline “Jackie” Lux, 79, of North Bend, passed away on November 1, 2024 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.
Betty Sue Davison, 83, of North Bend, passed away on November 2, 2024 in North Bend. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131.
David William Leider, 59, of Coos Bay, passed away on November 2, 2024 in Portland. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131.
Johnnie Edward Taylor, 83, of Coos Bay, passed away on November 2, 2024 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131.
Anne A. Verger Johnson, 64, of Coos Bay and Salem died November 4, 2024 in a car accident in Drain. Services will be announced and held at a later date with cremation rites and inurnment in the family plot at Ocean View Memory Gardens, Coos Bay under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. www.coosbayareafunerals.com
his beloved girlfriend, Jolee; grandma, Ruth; great grandma, Joyce; and multiple aunts, uncles, cousins and beloved friends.
Dishawn was preceded in death by his grandfather, Bruce Willis and grandparents, Rod and Shirley Galusha. Dishawn’s love for life and his seeking spirit will forever inspire those who knew him. His memory will be cherished, and his impact will continue to ripple through the lives he touched.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10 a.m. at the Skyline Baptist Church, 3451 Liberty Street in North Bend, Oregon. It will be live streamed on Facebook. Please wear bright colors.
Friends and family are encouraged to sign the online guestbook at www. coosbayareafunerals.com and www. theworldlink.com. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.
Katie L. Roderick Props July 6, 1973 - October 31, 2024
A chapel memorial service for Katie L. Props, 51, of Coos Bay who died October 31, 2024 in Coos Bay will be held
Saturday, November 16, at 2 p.m. at Coos Bay Chapel, 685 Anderson Ave. 541267-3131. www. coosbayareafunerals. com
Otto E. Becker, 91, of North Bend died October 25, 2024 in Springfield. Family services will be held. Cremation rites were 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
Connie Sue Croy, 82, of Coos Bay died October 30, 2024 in Coos Bay. A memorial service will be announced. 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
Katie L. Roderick Props, 51, of Coos Bay died October 31, 2024 in Coos Bay. A memorial service will be announced. Cremation rites will be held at Ocean View Memory Gardens Crematory, Coos Bay under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel. 541-267-3131. www. coosbayareafunerals.com
Dorla J. Warner, 95, of Myrtle Point died November 3, 2024 in Coos Bay. A memorial service will a announced at a later date. Private burial was held at Sunset Memorial Park, 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
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING COOS BAY-NORTH BENDCHARLESTON VISITOR & CONVENTION BUREAU
The Coos Bay/North Bend/Charleston Visitor & Convention Bureau will hold a public hearing to consider a supplemental budget for the fiscal year 2024-2025 at the monthly Coos Bay/ North Bend/Charleston Visitor & Convention Bureau Board of Directors meeting on November 21, 2024, at 8:30 am at the Mill Casino in the upstairs meeting rooms. Virtual attendance is available at: https://us02web.zoom. us/j/81105093209?pwd =ZTFobnJYWFV0UWd vaXJETktBSmNyZz09. The supplemental budget includes the following: GENERAL FUND Source - Carryover
$160,600 Source - Other Revenue Sources $21,150 Use - VCB Department $ 170,000 Use - VIC Department $11,750 11/12/2024, The World 402975 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS PROBATE DEPARTMENT
In the matter of the Estate of: Janet Louise Mealer, Decedent.
Case No.: 24PB8389 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Melissa Kay Mealer has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative at PO Box 119, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the court, the personal representative, or the attorneys for the personal representative, Stebbins & Company, PO Box 119, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420. Dated and first published November 12, 2024. Melissa Kay Mealer, Personal Representative 11/12, 11/19, & 11/26/2024, World 403622
SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION Case No.: 24CV27359 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs. THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF GERALD A. WARNER; PAMELA WARNER; KEVIN WARNER; ALISON WARNER; STATE OF OREGON DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, SENIOR AND DISABLED SERVICES DIVISION, Defendants. To: THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF GERALD A. WARNER You are hereby required to appear and defend the Complaint filed against you in the above entitled cause within thirty (30) days from the date of service of this summons upon you, and in case of your failure to do so, for want thereof, Plaintiff will apply to the court for the relief demanded in the Complaint. NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: READ THESE PAPERS CAREFULLY! You must “appear” in this case or the other side will win automatically. To “appear” you must file with the court a legal paper called a “motion” or “answer.” The “motion” or “answer” (or “reply”) must be given to the court clerk or administrator within 30 days of the date of first publication specified herein along with the required filing fee. It must be in proper form and have proof of service on the plaintiff’s attorney or, if the plaintiff does not have an attorney, proof of service on the plaintiff. If you have questions, you should see an attorney immediately. If you need help in finding an attorney, you may call the Oregon State Bar’s Lawyer Referral Service at (503) 684-3763 or toll-free in Oregon at (800) 452-7636. If you are a veteran of the armed forces, assistance may be available from a county veterans’ service officer or community action agency. Contact information for a local county veterans’ service officer and community action agency may be obtained by calling the 2-1-1 information service. Additionally, contact information for a service officer appointed under ORS 408.410 for the county in which you live and contact information for a community action agency that serves your area can be found by visiting the following link: https://www. oregon.gov/odva/services/ pages/county-services. aspx and selecting your county. You can also access a list of Veterans Services for all Oregon counties by visiting the following link: https://www.oregon. gov/odva/Services/Pages/ All-Services-Statewide. aspx. The relief sought in the Complaint is the foreclosure of the property located at 1829 Willow Street, Myrtle Point, OR 97458. Date of First Publication: McCarthy & Holthus, LLP
John Thomas OSB No. 024691 920 SW 3rd Ave, 1st Floor Portland, OR 97204 Phone: (971) 2013200 Fax: (971) 201-3202 jthomas@mccarthyholthus. com Of Attorneys for Plaintiff IDSPub #0225084 11/5, 11/12, 11/19, & 11/26/2024, The World 403228
STORAGE AUCTION
2075 Sheridan Ave, NB Preview/Bid online at: www.bid-13.com
November 24-29, 2024: E-14 (7x16), Lori Barnett, Furniture, kitchen appliances, clothing, labeled boxes, toys. A-12 (8x10), Jonathan Uhrig, tools: Compressor, pressure washer, shop vac, jack, saw; Luggage, women’s shoes, crates/ totes, clothing. A-11 (10x10), Matt Gehrman, ATM, numerous totes, retail cannabis display, Myrtle wood countertops. 11/12 & 11/19, World 403702
NOTICE IS HEREBY
GIVEN that the City Council will conduct a public hearing at the time and location noted below for the purpose of taking testimony on the matter of vacating a 60’ x to the highwater line of the undeveloped portion of Date Avenue, found in Section 26, Township 25 South, Range 13 West of the Willamette Meridian, Coos County, Oregon, filed on February 21, 2024, by Heidi Sause.
The City Council will consider the proposal at a public hearing which will occur on November 19, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 500 Central Avenue, Coos Bay.
Detailed information pertaining to the conduct of the public hearing and submission of evidence is available upon request by contacting the Public Works Department. Written objections may be filed with the Public Works Department, City Hall, 500 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, prior to the hearing and will be considered at the time of the hearing. Additional information pertaining to this application, or its review may be obtained by contacting Greg Hamblet, Operations Administrator, at (541) 269-1181 extension 3541
The Exhibit (map showing the right of way vacation location) can be provided upon request. 10/29, 11/5, & 11/12, The World, 402797
AUCTION NOTICE
The following storage units located at Circle H Storage Facility at 1190 Newmark Ave Coos Bay, OR 97420, will be auctioned off on Friday November 15, 2024, at 10:00 am.
Terms: Cash Only
TENANT: UNIT:
Terry Rutherford #17
Timothy Burkeen #38
Chester Lloyd #70, #103
Kimberly Roth #73
Margaret Fyfe #114
Breawna Grissett #202
Darrell Post #220
Thomas King #237
Amelia Parkes #282
Barbara Hayes #290
David Melnick Jr. #404
Michael Armijo #408
Advanced Property Management LLC
Tammy Tice, Property Manager 342 Anderson Avenue Coos Bay, OR 97420 541-269-7210
11/5 & 11/12/2024, The World 402597
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS PROBATE DEPARTMENT
In the Matter of the Estate of: LOUIS FRANKLIN PRIBBLE, Decedent. Case No.: 24PB08788 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Crystal Pollin has been appointed Personal Representative. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to Amy L. Muenchrath, attorney for the Personal Representative, at MuenchrathLaw, LLC, 280 N. Collier St., Coquille, Oregon 97423, 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 probate clerk’s office at the Coos County Courthouse, Probate Department 250 N Baxter, Coquille, Oregon 97423, Monday through Friday between 8 am and noon, and 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., the Administrator, or the attorney for the Administrator, Amy L. Muenchrath, MuenchrathLaw, LLC, 280 N. Collier St., Coquille, Oregon 97423. Dated and first published this 12th day of November, 2024. 11/12/2024, World 403624
TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE, NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND ELECTION TO SELL
The Successor Trustee under the terms of the Trust Deed described herein, at the direction of the Beneficiary, hereby gives notice of sale, default, and elects to sell the property described in the Trust Deed to satisfy the obligations secured thereby. Pursuant to ORS Chapter 86, the following information is provided:
1. PARTIES: Grantor: Lane E. Neely and Brandy K. Piepkorn, not as tenants in common, but with rights of survivorship Original Trustee: Ticor Title Company of Oregon Successor Trustee: James A. Gardner, Gardner Beckley Meadows, LLC, 975 Oak Street, Suite 625, Eugene, OR 97401
Beneficiary: James Patrick Houghton Death of Beneficiary: James Patrick Houghton died on or about February 24, 2024. Cheryl A. Houghton was appointed as Personal Representative of the Estate of James P. Houghton on or about May 14, 2024, in Coos County Circuit Court Case No. 24PB04051 Installment Note: $80,900.00, May 29, 2019
Current Occupant: Lane E. Neely and Brandy K. Piepkorn, 63389 Isthmus Heights Road, Coos Bay, OR 97420
2. DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: The real property otherwise known as: 63389 Isthmus Heights Road, Coos Bay, Coos County, Oregon 97420, and legally described as follows: See Attached Exhibit A.
3. RECORDING: The Trust Deed was recorded as follows: Date Recorded: May 22, 2008, as Reception No. 2008028746 of the Records of Lane County, Oregon.; Trustee’s Notice of Sale, Notice of Default, and Election to Sell, Date Recorded: September 19, 2023, as Reception No. 2023-027120. 4. DEFAULT: The Grantor is in default and the Beneficiary has declared all sums due pursuant to the terms of that promissory note dated May 29, 2019, in the original amount of $88,900 plus interest thereon at the rate of 5% per annum from May 29, 2019, in monthly principal and interest installments of $472.93, until June 10, 2044, when the entire unpaid principal balance plus accrued interest is due and payable, the of which $72,588.57 plus $5,130.92 in interest is presently due and owing, and has elected to foreclose the Trust Deed because of the following: (1) failure to make payments due and owing for March 20, 2023 through August 16, 2024, plus interest and late fees from March 20, 2023 through August 16, 2024, for a total sum of $77,719.49.
5. AMOUNT DUE: By reason of the default just
described, the Beneficiary has declared and does hereby declare all sums owing on the obligations secured by the trust deed immediately due and payable, those sums being the following, towit: principal amount of $72,588.57, plus interest in the sum of $5,578.38 through August 16, 2024, for a total sum of $77,719.49, plus title expenses, insurance, costs, trustee fees, attorney fees and any other cost advances made by Beneficiaries to protect their interest in the said real property pursuant to the terms of the said trust deed, including but not limited to attorney fees and costs incurred in defending and protecting Beneficiary’s interest in the said real property against claims by third parties.
6. ELECTION TO SELL: The Successor Trustee hereby elects to sell the property to satisfy the obligations secured by the Trust Deed.
7. TIME AND PLACE OF SALE: Date: March 31, 2025 Time: 1:00 p.m. Place: Main Entrance to Coos County Courthouse, 250 N Baxter Street, Coquille, Oregon 97423
8. RIGHT TO REINSTATE: The right exists under ORS 86.778 to have the proceeding dismissed and the trust deed reinstated by paying the entire amount then due, together with costs, trustee’s fees and attorney fees, and by curing any other default complained of in the notice of default, at any time this is not later than five days before the date last set for the sale.
Dated: November 5, 2024 s/ James A. Gardner James A. Gardner, Successor Trustee Gardner Beckley Meadows, LLC, 975 Oak Street, Suite 625, Eugene, OR 97401 Exhibit A A parcel of land located in the SE 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Section 1, Township 26 South, Range 13 West of the Willamette
TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF
SALE File No. 23-00382OR
Reference is made to that certain deed of trust made by Donald D. Williston, as grantor, to Chicago Title Insurance Company, as trustee, in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as designated nominee for Mortgage Research Center, LLC dba Veterans United Home Loans, beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, as beneficiary, dated September 2, 2021, recorded September 7, 2021, in the records of Coos County, Oregon, under instrument No. 2021-10082, and subsequently assigned or transferred by operation of law to Freedom Mortgage Corporation, covering the following described real property situated in the above-mentioned county and state: The East 10 feet of Lot 17 and all of Lot 18, Block 32, Perham Park Addition to the City of Marshfield, Coos County, Oregon. ALSO: Beginning at the iron pipe at the Southeast corner of Lot 1 of said Block 32; thence West along the South boundary of Lots 1 and 2 of said Block 32 for a distance of 70.0 feet to an iron pipe; thence North parallel to the East boundary of said Lot 1 for a distance of 25.0 feet to an iron gear shaft; thence East parallel to the South boundary of the said Lots 1 and 2 for a distance of 70.0 feet to an iron pipe on the East boundary of said Lot 1; thence South along said East boundary of Lot 1 for a distance of 25.0 feet to the Point of Beginning, being a portion of Lots 1 and 2 of Block 32, Perham Park Addition to the City of Marshfield, Coos County, Oregon. APN: 6779401; 6777800 Commonly known as: 1414 Highland Ave., Coos Bay, OR 97420 The undersigned hereby certifies that based upon business records there are no known written assignments of the trust deed by the trustee or by the beneficiary and no appointments of a successor trustee have been made, except as recorded in the records of the county or counties in which the above described real property is situated. Further, no action has been instituted to recover the debt, or any part thereof, now remaining secured by the trust deed, or, if such action has been instituted, such action has been dismissed except as permitted by ORS 86.752(7). Both the beneficiary and the trustee have elected to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by said trust deed and notice has been recorded pursuant to Section 86.752(3) of Oregon Revised Statutes. There is a default by grantor or other person owing an obligation, performance of which is secured by the trust deed, or by the successor in interest, with respect to provisions therein which authorize sale in the event of such provision. The default for
which foreclosure is made is grantor’s failure to pay when due the following sum:
TOTAL REQUIRED TO REINSTATE: $28,205.40
TOTAL REQUIRED TO PAYOFF: $316,026.55
Because of interest, late charges, and other charges that may vary from day-today, the amount due on the day you pay may be greater. It will be necessary for you to contact the Trustee before the time you tender reinstatement or the payoff amount so that you may be advised of the exact amount you will be required to pay. By reason of the default, the beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by the trust deed immediately due and payable, those sums being the following, to- wit: 1. The installments of principal and interest which became due on May 1, 2023, and all subsequent installments of principal and interest through the date of this Notice, plus amounts that are due for late charges, delinquent property taxes, insurance premiums, advances made on senior liens, taxes and/or insurance, trustee’s fees, and any attorney fees and court costs arising from or associated with the beneficiaries efforts to protect and preserve its security, all of which must be paid as a condition of reinstatement, including all sums that shall accrue through reinstatement or pay-off. Nothing in this notice shall be construed as a waiver of any fees owing to the Beneficiary under the Deed of Trust pursuant to the terms of the loan documents. Whereof, notice hereby is given that Affinia Default Services, LLC, the undersigned trustee will on February 3, 2025 at the hour of 11:00 AM (PST), as established by section 187.110, Oregon Revised Statues, At the front entrance of the County Courthouse, 2nd & Baxter Streets, located at 250 N. Baxter St., Coquille, OR 97423, County of Coos, State of Oregon, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the said described real property which the grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by him of the said trust deed, together with any interest which the grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said trust deed, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the trustee. Notice is further given that any person named in Section 86.778 of Oregon Revised Statutes has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the trust deed reinstated by payment to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of said principal as would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, trustee’s and attorney’s fees and curing
any other default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the obligation or trust deed, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale. For Sale Information, contact Xome at (800) 758-8052 or www.xome. com. In construing this notice, the singular includes the plural, the word “grantor” includes any successor in interest to this grantor as well as any other person owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by the trust deed, and the words “trustee” and “beneficiary” include their respective successors in interest, if any. Pursuant to Oregon Law, this sale will not be deemed final until the Trustee’s deed has been issued by Affinia Default Services, LLC. If any irregularities are discovered within 10 days of the date of this sale, the trustee will rescind the sale, return the buyer’s money and take further action as necessary. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. Without limiting the trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the trustee’s sale. NOTICE TO TENANTS: TENANTS OF THE SUBJECT REAL PROPERTY HAVE CERTAIN PROTECTIONS AFFORDED TO THEM UNDER ORS 86.782 AND POSSIBLY UNDER FEDERAL LAW. ATTACHED TO THIS NOTICE OF SALE, AND INCORPORATED HEREIN, IS A NOTICE TO TENANTS THAT SETS FORTH SOME OF THE PROTECTIONS THAT ARE AVAILABLE TO A TENANT OF THE SUBJECT REAL PROPERTY AND WHICH SETS FORTH CERTAIN
REQUIREMENTS THAT MUST BE COMPLIED WITH BY ANY TENANT IN ORDER TO OBTAIN THE AFFORDED PROTECTION, AS REQUIRED UNDER ORS 86.771. Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Affinia Default Services, LLC may be deemed to be a debt collector and any information obtained may be used for that purpose. File No.: 23-00382OR Dated: 09/20/2024 Affinia Default Services, LLC By: /s/ Natalie Mattera Name: Natalie Mattera Title: Foreclosure Processor Mailing Address: Affinia Default Services, LLC 16000 Christensen Rd., Suite 310 Tukwila, WA 98188 Phone Number: (503) 836-3799 Trustee’s Physical Address: Affinia Default Services, LLC 10151 SE Sunnyside Road, Suite 490 Clackamas, OR 97015 Email: inquiries@ affiniadefault.com NPP0465505 To: WORLD (COOS) Published: 10/22, 10/29, 11/05, and 11/12/2024, The World 402056
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS In the Matter of the Estate of: PAMELA SUE ORIBELLO, Deceased. Case No. 24PB09546 INFORMATION TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that JENNA NIEHOFF has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate of PAMELA SUE ORIBELLO are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative at PO Box 482, Standish, CA 96128, or through her attorney, Nathan B. McClintock, at PO Box 1178, Coos Bay, OR 97420, or in person at 936 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, the personal representative, or the lawyer for the personal representative, Nathan B. McClintock. Dated and first published on November 12, 2024. Nathan B. McClintock, OSB #841520
Attorney for Personal Representative
Personal Representative: Jenna Niehoff PO Box 482
Standish, CA 96128
Phone: 707.954.2454
Email: mustangsally85@ gmail.com
Lawyer for Personal Representative: Nathan McClintock PO Box 1178
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone: (541) 269-1123
Fax: (541) 269-1126
Email: nmcclintock@ epuerto.com
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS
In the Matter of the Estate of: WAYNE W. HENDERSON, Deceased. Case No. 24PB09374 INFORMATION TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that JULIE HENDERSON has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate of WAYNE W. HENDERSON are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative at 273 n 12TH Street, Coos Bay, OR 97420, or through her attorney, Nathan B. McClintock, at PO Box 1178, Coos Bay, OR 97420, or in person at 936 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, the personal representative, or the lawyer for the personal representative, Nathan B. McClintock. Dated and first published on November 5, 2024. Nathan B. McClintock, OSB #841520, Attorney for Personal Representative PO Box 1178 Coos Bay, OR 97420 (541) 269-1123 nmcclintock@epuerto.com
Julie Henderson, Personal Representative 273 N 12th Street Coos Bay, OR 97420 541.260.4328 magicandjulie@yahoo.com 11/5, 11/12, 11/19, & 11/26/2024, The World 403251
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS PROBATE DEPARTMENT
In the matter of the Estate of: Arman Kjell Andreasen, Decedent. Case No.: 24PB08918 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Katherine Alfano has been appointed personal representative.
All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative at PO Box 119, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the court, the personal representative, or the attorneys for the personal representative, Stebbins & Company, PO Box 119, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420. Dated and first published November 12, 2024. Katherine Alfano, Personal Representative 11/12, 11/19, & 11/26/2024, World 403623
NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE
On DECEMBER 2ND, 2024, at the hour of 10:00am at the front door of the Coos County Sheriff’s Office, 250 N. Baxter St; Coquille, the defendant’s interest will be sold, subject to redemption, in the real property commonly known as: 1990 Grant Street, North Bend, OR 97459. The court case number is 23CV12427, where HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE OF THE FIELDSTONE MORTGAGE INVESTMENT TRUST, SERIES 2006-1 is plaintiff, and VICTORIA E. CONNELLY AKA VICTORIA CONNELLY; TRACY A. CONNELLY AKA TRACY CONNELLY; CREDIT SERVICES OF OREGON INC.; U.S BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE OF NRZ; OCCUPANTS OF THE PROPERTY is defendant. The sale is a public auction to the highest bidder for cash or cashier’s check, in hand, made out to Coos County Sheriff’s Office. For more information on this sale go to: http:// oregonsheriffssales.org/ 10/29, 11/5, 11/12, & 11/19/2024, The World 402858
AUCTION NOTICE
The following storage units located at Hauser Dunes Storage Facility at 68512 Hwy 101 North Bend, OR 97459 will be auctioned off on Friday November 15, 2024 at 11:30 am. Terms: Cash Only TENANT: UNIT: Robert Getek #5, RV #2 Jolene Goulart #10, P Andy Trew #18 Dustin Kelly J, S Phillip James L Advanced Property Management LLC Tammy Tice, Property Manager 342 Anderson Avenue Coos Bay, OR 97420 541-269-7210 11/5 & 11/12/2024, The World 402598
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL CITY OF COOS BAY 500 Central Ave Coos Bay, Oregon 97420 The City of Coos Bay is requesting proposals for: Englewood Dike and Coalbank Slough Project. Proposals will be received by the City of Coos Bay until: December 11, 20242PM. The Request for Proposal is available from the City of Coos Bay’s website: www.coosbayor.gov. All questions can be directed to jwirising@ coosbayor.gov, 541-269-1181 ext. 3521 11/12 & 11/19/2024, World 403718
Local and state ballot measure breakdown
By NATE SCHWARTZ
increases to maintain local infrastructure and services, and an advisory measure for wind energy.
The people of Oregon spoke, and here’s what they said:
Local Measures
Each of the three measures on the Coos Bay local ballot that would have hit citizens’ pockets were shot down. The one successful measure saw South Coaster’s ready to oppose the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s off-shore wind developments.
Measure 6-217, the County’s Five-Year Jail Levy, which would have seen increased capacity for the Coos County Jail to the tune of $0.69 per $1000 in assessed property value, was voted down. This is the second time this levy has been rejected by Coos County residents in two years, despite heavy campaign efforts from the County.
The same fate befell the City of Coos Bay’s Measure 6-216 which would have seen the City issue up to $30 million in general obligation bonds for a new public library. The World ran a piece in September about the Coos Bay Public Library’s sinking foundation and failing utility systems. The building was built in 1965.
North Bend’s Sewer Rate Increase, Measure 6-218, was also shot down. This would have seen a monthly rate increase of $6.33 in 2025, scaling up for the next 3 years. The City of North Bend has assessed that almost 40% of its current system has outlived its expectancy of 70 years. This includes the treatment plant, pump stations, and miles of sewage lines. It is very hard for voters to
voluntarily increase their taxes or utility payments, especially with folks as hard-strapped as they are. Delaying infrastructural improvement can prove to be slippery slope, however. Should any of these public services fail, the hill will become all that much steeper to climb.
The people of Coos Bay and Brookings have been extremely vocal about their concerns for BOEM’s announced wind energy areas. Locals fear that the private leasing of huge swaths of the ocean could have negative impacts on crucial industry, like fishing and crabbing, as well as the coastal way of life in general.
It has also yet to be seen how wind farm development could affect the planned expansion of the Port of Coos Bay into an international container port.
Coos County officials will be planning their official opposition to the wind energy project, as over 60% of citizens voted for them to do so.
State Measures
Measure 115 – YES
A yes vote on this measure, geared toward increased accountability for elected officials, amends the Oregon Constitution to allow the Oregon House and Senate to impeach statewide elected officials within the executive branch. Current officials would include the Governor, Secretary of State, State Treasurer, Attorney General, and the Bureau of Labor and Industries Commissioner.
A two-thirds majority vote of both the State Representatives (40) and Senators (20) would be required, after a Senate conducted trial. The Chief Justice of the Oregon Supreme Court will preside over any impeachment hearings, and convicted officers will be removed from office and barred from representing again.
Before this vote, only a recall election could see a sitting official removed from office.
This will be a major addition to the list of the State’s checks and balances, but Oregonians will hope that their representatives will be well behaved enough to
avoid its invocation.
Measure 116 – NO
Another amendment to the state constitution, Measure 116 would have seen the establishment of an independent commission tasked with setting salaries for elected officials. This would have included everyone from the Governor to District Attorneys.
Currently, salaries are set by the state legislature, which puts elected officials in an awkward position. Publicly voting to increase their own salaries could be viewed suspiciously by voters, and few would be willing to vote for their own pay cut.
Well intentions aside, voters likely saw this as an unnecessary expenditure for what could otherwise be seen as a costbalancing measure. ‘Paying someone to tell us how much we should be paid’ is, ironically enough, not a very convincing sell in tough times. Particularly when salaries are already reviewed as part of the State’s biennial budget considerations, with the last restructuring of salaries happening in 2023, amidst labor shortages.
Measure 117 – NO
Ranked choice voting has been in discussion on the national stage for the last few election cycles. The current political landscape is nuanced, as are individual voters’ concerns, but a binary choice between two parties hardly allows room for that nuance.
Oregon first saw a measure for ranked choice voting back in 2020, and it is still struggling to find a foothold amongst voters. Nor is it the easiest process to wrap one’s head around, but to put it simply, you can rank as many (or few) candidates as you like. If a candidate receives the least number of votes, then they are out, and anyone who voted for them in their number 1 slot now has their vote go toward the candidate they ranked second. This continues in rounds until a winner is decided. Ultimately, this would give voters a more nuanced say in who they prefer for a elected position, but when paired with
a $2.3 million price tag to start the program, and another ~$2 million for each subsequent state-wide election, you can see why voters may not be ready for a fundamental change to our voting system.
Measure 118 – NO
By far the most debated of this cycle’s measures, Measure 118 would have seen an increase to the minimum corporate tax at the highest end of the bracket. Companies that report over $25 million in revenue would be required to pay a higher minimum tax, and tax caps would be lifted on the other end.
That minimum would become a 3% tax on all revenue above the $25 million threshold. Proceeds raised by this corporate tax increase would go directly to Oregon residents, to the tune of an estimated $1600 a year.
The current minimum rate at the highest corporate bracket is capped at $100,000 for companies that report over $100 million in revenue, or 0.1%.
Though, in practice, corporations must pay a Corporate Activity Tax based on gross revenue, and a Corporate Excise Tax based on net income.
Measure 119 – YES
This measure ensures that cannabis related businesses must remain neutral when labor organizations attempt to communicate with their workers. State law guarantees employees the right to organize, but previously in this industry, employers were allowed to oppose or restrict communication.
This would not be acceptable in most of Oregon’s other industries and brings the corporate side of cannabis in line with most other state labor regulations.
In the coming weeks, The World will be following the local impacts of the measures which passed and speaking with local officials about what went wrong with those that didn’t. For continued coverage of this election and its lasting effects, pick up the next edition of the Coos Bay World.
Meth arrest made in Douglas County
On Monday, Oct. 14, detectives with the Douglas Interagency Narcotics Team (DINT) were assisted by the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office in bringing to conclusion a month-long investigation into suspected drug trafficking.
At approximately 8:30 p.m., a Douglas County Sheriff’s Deputy initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle on I-5 at milepost 161 near Curtin, at the request of DINT detectives. Two persons were detained: Jeffrey Bell, 45, and Annie Randles, 45, both of Roseburg. During a search of the vehicle, detectives found approximately 2 pounds of suspected methamphetamine. Detectives followed up with a search of a residence in the 900 block of Shoestring Road in Riddle where they found more evidence of drug trafficking.
Bell was lodged at the Douglas County Jail on charges of possession, manufacturing, and delivery of methamphetamine. Randles was cited and released on charges on unlawful possession and delivery of methamphetamine.
The Douglas Interagency Narcotics Team (DINT) is a multi-jurisdictional narcotics task force that identifies, disrupts, and dismantles local, multi-state, and international drug trafficking organizations using an intelligence-driven, multi-agency prosecutor-supported approach. DINT is supported by the Oregon-Idaho High-Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) and is composed of members from the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, Roseburg Police Department, Oregon State Police, Douglas County District Attorney’s Office, and the Bureau of Land Management.
The Oregon-Idaho HIDTA program is an Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) sponsored counterdrug grant program that coordinates with and provides funding resources to multi-agency drug enforcement initiatives, including DINT.
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• A new Morbark BVR13 brush chipper for $62,587.18 from FMI Equipment. For Community Corrections, the commissioners approved buying a 2023 Dodge Charger SXT for $36,553.40 from Ron Tonkin Chrysler Dodge Ram of Milwaukie. Kelly Church, Community Corrections business manager, said the Charger would replace a 2016 Dodge Charger with 95,000 miles on it as a part of the department’s fleet rotation program.
Weekly SUDOKU
by Linda Thistle
NORTH BEND, Ore. –
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking
positions on its Western Oregon Resource Advisory Council (RAC). Applications are due November 15, 2024.
The Western Oregon RAC provides advice and recommendations on all aspects of public land management to the BLM’s Coos Bay, Medford, Roseburg, and Northwest Oregon Districts, as well as part of the Lakeview District. The Council is made up of citizens that represent diverse interest areas and organizations, including conservation, outdoor recreation, state and local government, academia, and forest management.
The 15-member Western Oregon RAC has four positions open for public application through
November 15, 2024. The BLM is seeking interested individuals who represent:
• Energy and mineral development; commercial timber industry; organized labor or non-timber forest product harvester groups; developed outdoor recreation; offhighway vehicle use; commercial recreation activities; or nonindustrial private forest landowners.
• National, regional, or local environmental organizations; dispersed recreation; archeological and historical interests; wildlife or hunting organizations; or watershed associations.
• State, county, or local elected office; represents Indian Tribes; is a teacher or school official; represents the public-atlarge; or is employed by
a state agency responsible for the management of natural resources, land, or water.
“The diverse membership of the Western Oregon RAC helps ensure that BLM land managers get the varying perspectives they need to achieve their mission, which is to manage the public lands for multiple uses,” said Heather Whitman, the Designated Federal Official for the Western Oregon RAC.
Member of the Western Oregon RAC typically serve a three-year term.
The Council meets two to four times per year, both virtually and in-person at various locations in western Oregon. All applicants must be Oregon residents. Although members serve without monetary compensation, travel and per diem expenses are reimbursed.
To receive an applica-
Washington, D.C. —
Oregon’s U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden have joined legislation that would revitalize Congress’s ability to check the Supreme Court’s inaccurate interpretation of federal law and restore rights by statute that the Court has taken away.
“The Supreme Court is making life-altering decisions threatening Americans’ reproductive freedom, workers’ bargaining power, voting
rights, clean air, and so much more—Congress needs a process to quickly and effectively respond to Supreme Court decisions from these rogue MAGA justices,” said Sen. Merkley. “The Supreme Court Review Act is a great step to ensure that the highest court in our land serves ‘We the People’ not just the powerful.”
“With the help of Senate Republicans, Donald Trump spent his time in office packing our nation’s
highest courts with rightwing extremists willing to do the bidding of special interests and legislate from the bench,” said Senator Wyden, who recently introduced sweeping reforms to restore public trust in the Supreme Court. “America was founded on checks and balances, and it’s time to restore that balance by putting a much-needed check on a power-hungry Supreme Court.”
The Supreme Court Review Act would help
tion, Western Coordinator Harper at (541) 751-4353 or by email at m1harper@blm.gov. A downloadable version is available on the official BLM web-
Individuals may submit their signed application and letter of recommendation by email to m1harper@blm.gov, by mail to the BLM, Coos Bay District Office, Attention: Megan Harper, 1300
Airport Lane, North Bend, OR 97459, or deliver in person to the same address.
Merkley, Wyden co-sponsor legislation to revitalize congressional check on Rogue Supreme Court decisions
ensure that the constitutionally-delegated power to make policy remains with Congress, not the Court, by creating streamlined procedures through which Congress can exercise its existing power to amend statutes or create federal statutory rights. Congress has already created a process for expeditiously responding to agency rules under the Congressional Review Act, and the Supreme Court Review Act would do the same for
Supreme Court decisions.
The legislation would: Codify a process for passing new laws in response to Supreme Court decisions that interpret federal statutes or roll back constitutional rights; Expedite procedures for the Senate to pass these laws by a simple majority; Limit this process to recent Court rulings and exclude nongermane changes to federal law to prevent abuse; and Ensure that members of the minority
party in the Senate have an opportunity to propose alternative updates to the law. This legislation was led by U.S. Senators Sheldon
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and Cory Booker (D-NJ).
Whitehouse (D-RI) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV). Alongside Merkley and Wyden, the bill
cosponsored by Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Alex Padilla (D-CA), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Mazie Hirono (D-HI), Peter Welch (D-VT),