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Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A2 Bandon Police Log. . . . . . . . A2 Opinion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A4 Arts and Entertainment . . . A5 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A7 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A10
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Mosquito issue has city buzzing By Amy Moss Strong Bandon Western World
BANDON — What constitutes an “acceptable level” of mosquitoes, does the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service have a handle of the problem on Bandon Marsh and how will government officials deal with the issue next year are just a few of the questions the Coos County Vector Assessment and Control Committee faces at its bi-weekly meetings. Attendance at the meetings has decreased, but those who do come report fewer mosquitoes on their properties this year compared with last. In traps surrounding the marsh, mosquito counts have been in the
range of 270 this week after a fly-off of mature Aedes dorsalis saltwater marsh mosquitoes around July 1. Last year, that number was 2,500. Does that mean a repeat of last year’s “summer of the mosquitoes” has been precluded? By most accounts the problem is much better this year, but not completely abated, according to residents and committee members. But some still feel USFWS isn’t doing enough. At the July 1 regular board meeting in Coquille, Coos County Commissioner John Sweet said USFWS has received bids to modify the marsh, and work is set to start in
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Effort to reorganize the Bandon Grange continues Photo by Amy Moss Strong, Bandon Western World
Dredge Yaquina The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers dredge Yaquina was seen by many over the Fourth of July holiday, when it worked on the Coquille River bar starting Saturday for 2.3 days, out of four scheduled, and removed 12,554 cubic yards of material from the ebb shoal, according to Kate Groth, Corps coastal project manager with the Coos Bay field office. The dredge will return to complete its work at the Coquille River either at the end of July or in August, depending on weather. The Port of Bandon, as part of the South Coast Ports Coalition, fought for federal dollars to continue dredging for small ports.
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BANDON — Efforts are continuing to reorganize Bandon Grange, with a meeting set for 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 15, in the Sprague Room at the Bandon Public Library, 1204 11th St. SW in City Park. There must be 13 people in attendance so that the reorganization can become official, noted a Grange spokeswoman. Applications have been received from more than 13 people, but the previous attempts have resulted in not having 13
available at the same time for a brief “welcoming” ceremony. Oregon State Grange Master Susan Noah will conduct the ceremony, elect certain officers and provide guidance for the future of Bandon Grange. Those who have expressed an interest in becoming members are involved with the local farming community, civic affairs, legislative issues and other community activities. In previous informational gath-
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Library director retires, new one on board Bandon Western World
Bandon Library Director Deirdre Krumper was honored June 20 by a small group of volunteers, including members of the Bandon Library Board and Bandon Library Friends and Foundation for her 10 years of service to the community. The reception and buffet dinner were sponsored by the BLFF. Krumper retired July 1. She was praised by many speakers, including J. Merle Logan, president of the BLFF and chairman of the City of Bandon Library Board. Krumper noted in a recent interview that she presided over the library at a very significant
time — when the library moved into its new facility and greatly expanded. She was most pleased about the transition from small town library to “a warm, generous, expanding place that reaches out to the whole community.” She gave credit to “a wonderful team characterized by a blend of quirkiness, friendliness and professionalism.” The expansion of the library’s collections are what Krumper cites as her biggest accomplishment. Suz Kling, assistant library director, said the old library had a handful of CDs and about 75
Summer book sale this weekend BANDON — It’s time again for the Bandon Library’s Summer Fun Book Sale, July 10-12 in the library’s Sprague Room. Hardback books, paperbacks, nonfiction, fiction, children’s books, videos and more are available for purchase. This annual event is sponsored by the Bandon Library Friends and Foundation and all proceeds
■ See Library, A6
Welcome sign design sought for Langlois
Beach exhibit at museum By Jim Proehl Contributing writer Bandon Western World
BANDON — “Found It On the Beach” is the theme of a featured exhibit at the Bandon Historical Society Museum. The exhibit will run through the summer months. The museum is now running on its summer hours, open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Items washed both up from the sea and down from the river made the mouth of the Coquille an especially rich site for Indian villages. The potential for beach combing has always been a feature of Bandon’s
■ See Museum, A6
benefit the Bandon Library. The sale opens at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 10, to BLFF members only. Nonmembers can join at the door; annual membership is $5 per year. From 4-7 p.m. everyone is welcome. The sale is open to the public all day Friday and Saturday, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday is bargain day, with most books $2 per bag.
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Photo courtesty of Bandon Historical Society
Found on the beach A whale on the beach attracted onlookers visiting Bandon’s South Jetty approximately 100 years ago. Beach finds are the subject of a featured exhibit this summer at the Bandon Historical Society Museum.
LANGLOIS — The Langlois Sign Committee is requesting community input for a future “Welcome to Langlois” sign. The ad hoc committee made up of volunteers was formed in response to several Oregon Department of Transportation meetings concerning speed limit changes and a “lack of road culture” in Langlois. The purpose or theme of the sign is to highlight Langlois as a vibrant community and to invite motorists to slow down and enjoy the town, according to committee members.
■ See Langlois, A6
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