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After heated discussion, council denies towing appeal

By DAVID RUPKALVIS For The World

After an emotional and sometimes tense debate, the Coos Bay City Council voted unanimously to turn down a protest over its decision to award a sole towing contract to Mast Brothers Towing.

Tina Amatisto, who owns North Bend Towing, protested the decision, and the council was forced to reconsider the decision it made just two weeks earlier.

Amatisto told the council its decision was destroying small businesses like hers by taking away a significant portion of the towing work it had previously done.

“You guys are the people behind the city that should help us, not take away our business and our income and maybe make us close our doors,” Amatisto said. “I’m a woman-owned business. Aren’t you supposed to help women in business?”

For decades, Coos Bay used a revolving system for towing vehicles, Under that system, 9-1-1 dispatchers had a list of available tow companies, and when a vehicle needed to be towed, the dispatchers called the next company on the list. Under that format, all the companies were given the opportunity to do business with the city.

That changed a year ago when Police Chief Chris Chapanar asked the council to consider hiring only one company, and the city sent out a request for qualifications to choose the company. Based on the requirements of the RFQ, only Mast

Brothers Towing qualified and was chosen as the sole towing company for a year.

Earlier this year, during a second round seeking a towing company, only Mast Brothers and North Bend Towing turned in RFQs. After review, only the Mast Brothers had

the qualifications the city required and was chosen again.

The big hang up with North Bend Towing was a requirement to have indoor storage to hold all towed vehicles for 30 days. The indoor space must be secured and must be available for vehicle owners to visit

to collect their belongings.

“What you ask of us is kind of impossible when you’re taking income away from us,” Amatisto said. “How am I going to go get a building, how am I going to go get property? Even if I did do that, would you guys even give it to me?

I doubt it.

“There’s enough for everybody. It’s been like that for 50 years. There was always a rotation. You guys have got to do something. It’s going to kill us.”

Celebrating a historic state title

Tuesday night was a time of celebration at Marshfield High School as the school’s volleyball team got back together to be recognized as the first state championship banner for volleyball was unveiled at the high school gym. Volleyball became a recognized sport in Oregon 48 years ago, and the Marshfield volleyball team won the school’s first state title in school history last year. The Pirates were the top-ranked Class 4A team in the state entering the state tournament.

After overcoming a stiff challenge in the quarterfinals, Marshfield dominated the rest of the way, winning in straight sets in the semifinals and in the championship match against Cascade.

Council agrees to earlier meeting time

By DAVID RUPKALVIS For The World

The Coos Bay City Council will move up its regular meeting time by an hour after the majority of people who voted asked for a 6 p.m. start time.

The council first brought up the issue during a work session three weeks ago, as several council members said an earlier start time would make it easier for community members to participate in meetings.

During the work session, the council asked

the community to weigh in on whether to start meetings at 6 p.m. or 7 p.m.

The city received 38 responses, with 60% voting for a 6 p.m. start time and 35 percent saying to stay at 7. A small number asked for a different time.

“I would support 6 o’clock,” Mayor Joe Benetti said. “It’s not a huge response, but it gives us an idea of what the public thinks. One of the things that stuck out to me is if meetings start at 6, they will end at 9.”

Councilor Stephanie Kilmer said she personally preferred the later start time but

would be willing to move to 6. “I think with the way technology has been mastered, it boils down to council,” Kilmer said. “It’s a lot harder for me to get here earlier, but the people have spoken.”

“I agree with you, Stephanie,” Councilor Lucinda DiNovo said. “I would prefer 7. But in the spirit of consensus, I would approve 6.”

Councilor Sara Stephens was one of the councilors who asked for an earlier start time, and she reiterated it would be better for many people who might want to participate

in a meeting.

“I think 6 o’clock is much more reasonable, especially for people who work all day and people who have small children,” Stephens said.

After the discussion the council agreed to make the change.

City Manager Rodger Craddock said to change the meeting time, the council will need to change its council rules at the next meeting. The council also agreed to move the times for work sessions to 6 p.m., so all meetings will begin at the same time.

File photo

A Mast Brothers crew works to tow a semi that wrecked near Coos Bay. The city of Coos Bay will use Mast Brothers for all its towing needs after the city council denied an appeal over its decision to use only one company.

Photos by David Rupkalvis/For the World

BANDON - Alloro Wine Bar & Restaurant has a new Sous Chef, Madison Glazier of Bandon, Oregon.

Born and raised in Coos Bay, Glazier began her fulltime culinary career alongside her schooling immersion soon after joining the award-winning Alloro Wine Bar & Restaurant in Old Town Bandon.

Prior to Alloro, Glazier’s previous experience was in a fast-food environment. She chose to transfer from Oregon State University, where she was majoring in psychology, to attend Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts to pursue her culinary degree.

Glazier is two-thirds of the way through the culinary program while continuing her full-time employment at “Madison is successfully applying her knowledge from ESC and continues to excel in all areas of learning this business along with her unmatched organizational abilities, flavor profile enhancements and cooking skills,” said Alloro Chef and Owner Susan Hayes.

“In addition, she continues her leadership growth and economic restaurant education, all while completing her culinary arts degree,” Hayes

Glazier stated emphatically, “I couldn’t be happier with where I’m headed. I hadn’t thought about pursuing culinary as an education or career path until a few months after working and talking with Chef Susan indepth about my potential future in not only the industry but at Alloro itself, and what that might look like.”

Glazier said the obvious goal is, “Becoming Chef and learning as many elements of this trade as I can, while continuing my employment at Alloro.”

She hopes that one day she can have her own restaurant, following in the footsteps of Chef Susan.

“We are excited to have Madison as part of our amazing team here at Alloro and look forward to her continued success,” Hayes said.

Alloro Wine Bar & Restaurant, which is celebrating its 18th year as an established restaurant, is located at 375 Second St. SE, in Old Town Bandon.

Alloro offers award-winning French-Italian-inspired coastal cuisine, wine cellar, seasonal menus - locally

farmed when possible, imported specialty ingredients and house-made pasta and desserts with year-round dinner service.

Advance reservations are highly recommended yearround due to limited seating space. Winter hours are 4:30 p.m. to last seating at 7 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday. To make a reservation, call 541-3471850. For more information, visit allorowinebar.com or the restaurant’s Facebook or Instagram pages.

Alloro was named “Best Restaurant in Bandon” by Forbes.com, and is on the list of “10 Best Wine Bars in Oregon” by BestThingsOr.com. Boisesbest.com voted Alloro as the “Best Restaurant in Coos County.”

Judith Ann Mogan Foundation commits to area youth

The Judith Ann Mogan Foundation selected Little Theatre on the Bay to receive $45,265 in funds to help build a 3,920-squarefoot youth rehearsal space and program center. This includes backstage support areas like dressing rooms,

restrooms, and a costume room. The Judith Ann Mogan Foundation is a non-profit organization committed to direct support and strategic partnerships that help develop successful citizens and vital communities in Coos County. The Liberty

Theatre is home to LTOB, a non-profit organization whose mission is cultivating the arts in Coos County.

The Judith Ann Mogan Foundation is a relatively new non-profit with a very rich history in Coos County. It began in 1930 with the Al

Peirce Lumber Company, a major employer along the Oregon coast. Their timberlands produced raw materials for wood products. The company’s trucking business transported harvested logs to the mills where they were converted to lumber. Hilda Peirce and Judith Ann Mogan were strong supporters of programs and activities related to youth development and education. When the timberlands were sold, The Judith Ann Mogan Foundation was formed to perpetuate the legacy started by Al and Hilda Peirce, a gift that continues to lift the lives and voices of our community.

Little Theatre on the Bay is a non-profit organization that provides opportunities for community members of all ages to learn different aspects of theatre arts

including etiquette, singing, performing, sound, lighting, and costuming. LTOB youth programs engage children from diverse backgrounds and encourage each child to find their voice and work collaboratively and creatively with their peers and mentors.

The Liberty Theatre, home to LTOB, was built in 1924 and began renovation in 2015 under the stewardship of LTOB. The Youth Theatre/ Program Center is an estimated $800,000 expansion that enables LTOB to engage more young people in its creative community. The added space will support year-round productions, rehearsals, workshops, and classes in acting and choreography.

“These kids are finding their voices and surmounting difficult tasks like public speaking,” says director,

Aymée Pedder. “But most of all they come from diverse backgrounds and find common ground on stage while developing a character that is not their own. No wonder we call these kids our LTOB Stars!”

Ticket holders will witness the talent of LTOB Stars in their upcoming performance of Roald Dahl’s Matilda, the Musical, coming to LTOB March 10-26, 2023. Tickets are on sale now at thelibertytheatre.org.

The Judith Ann Morgan Foundation is a 501c3 non-profit organization committed to developing successful citizens and vital local communities. Through its commitment to youth and its strategic partnership and direct support of LTOB, the foundation helps ensure a healthy, engaging, and creative space for the youth of Coos County. For more information, visit: https:// jamoganfoundation.org/ Little Theatre on the Bay is a 501c3 non-profit organization whose mission is to “Cultivate the Arts in Coos County.” LTOB provides a warm and welcoming space where people come together, explore their creativity, and learn new skills in the performing arts. Find us on Facebook at https://www. facebook.com/thelibertytheatrenorthbend/ or thelibertytheatre.org

Contributed photos

The Alloro Wine Bar in Bandon recently hired Madison Glazier as sous chef. Born and raised in Coos Bay, Glazier now calls Bandon home.

Sunday 01/15:

North Bend

• 12:56 am, 35 year old male

transported to Coos County jail for domestic menacing, Pine Street and Commercial Avenue.

• 1:31 am, loud noise, 1900 block of Union Avenue.

2:09 am, dispute, 2500 block of 26th Street.

• 5:37 am, theft, Pine Street and Newmark Street.

8:18 am, family dispute, 500 block of Clark Street.

• 9:30 am, burglary, 300 block of Newmark Street. 10:34 am, threats, 1200 block of Lombard Street.

• 11:50 am, fraud, 3000 block of Sheridan Avenue.

• 12:07 pm, disorderly conduct, 1700 block of Virginia Avenue.

• 4:29 pm, unlawful entry into motor vehicle, 300 block of Exchange.

5:04 pm, custodial interference, 1800 block of Qaxas Street.

• 8:28 pm, theft, 3200 block of Tremont Avenue.

9:10 pm, 44 year old male cited result of traffic stop, Sherman and Colorado.

• 10:19 pm, civil problem, 1700 block of McPherson Avenue.

Coos Bay

• 12:56 am, assist outside agency/theft of animal, Pine Street and Commercial St.

• 1:18 am, threats, 1900 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 9:20 am, unlawful entry into motor vehicle, Norman Avenue and Newmark Ave.

• 2:28 pm, harassment, 8th and Commercial.

• 3:52 pm, unlawful entry into motor vehicle, Lakeshore Dr. 4:25 pm, juvenile problem, Newmark and Mill.

• 5:06 pm, male subject cited on warrant, Springfield.

6:42 pm, 45 year old male cited for driving while suspended, 2200 block of N Bayshore Drive.

6:43 pm, theft of bike, Newmark Avenue and N Wasson Street.

• 7:33 pm, harassment, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue. 9:46 pm, dispute, 1000 block of S 8th Street.

Coquille

• 1:52 am, 30 year old male cited for disorderly conduct, 800 block of N Collier St.

• 5:16 pm, dispute, 700 block of E 11th Street.

10:42 pm, family dispute, 100 block of N Baxter St.

Monday 01/16:

North Bend

• 8:09 am, theft, 700 block of Chapelle Parkway.

• 9:22 am, 20 year old male cited result of traffic stop, Sherman and McCullough Bridge.

• 10:15 am, criminal

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mischief, 1500 block of Virginia Avenue.

• 10:46 am, 36 year old female cited for driving while suspended, Brussells and Pony Creek.

• 11:27 am, disorderly conduct, Newmark and Broadway.

1:13 pm, unlawful entry into motor vehicle, 2600 block of Stanton Avenue.

2:54 pm, criminal mischief, 700 block of Connecticut Avenue.

• 4:19 pm, stolen trailer, 1700 block of Newmark.

9:02 pm, criminal mischief, 400 block of California St.

• 9:01 pm, runaway juvenile, 2000 block of Virginia Ct.

• 10:27 pm, disorderly conduct, 1700 block of Virginia Avenue.

Coos Bay

• 6:34 am, juvenile problem, S Wasson and Noble.

8:14 am, hit and run accident, 400 block of S Morrison Street.

1:42 pm, 35 year old male transported to Reedsport jail for probation violation detainer, 1200 block of Newmark Avenue.

2:22 pm, 31 year old male cited for criminal trespass II, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 3:33 pm, unlawful entry into motor vehicle, S Broadway and Ingersoll.

• 3:59 pm, deer struck by

vehicle, F and 13th.

• 7:17 pm, located wanted subject, McPherson and Vermont.

8:07 pm, loud music, N Marple and Taylor.

• 8:32 pm, 52 year old male cited result of traffic stop, Ocean and Woodland.

8:49 pm, criminal mischief, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue.

9:49 pm, 61 year old male cited on warrant, S 4th and Ingersoll.

Coquille

• 1:06 pm, family dispute, 300 block of N Gould St.

• 3:19 pm, dispute, 300 block of N Gould Street.

• 4:56 pm, dispute, 1100 block of N Folsom Street.

Tuesday 01/17:

North Bend

• 1:17 am, 60 year old male transported to Coos County jail for criminal mischief III and disorderly conduct II, 2300 block of Tremont Avenue.

6:40 am, unlawful entry into motor vehicle, 1900 block of Sherman Avenue.

11:47 am, threats, 2200 block of Madrona Street.

11:52 am, dispute, Ferry Road Park.

• 2:19 pm, family dispute, 500 block of Delaware Avenue.

• 2:43 pm, hit and run

Golf tournament raises funds

Bandon Crossings Golf Course hosted its annual Fill the Shelves Shamble on New Year’s Day, Sunday, Jan.

1. The event raised $1,748 that was donated to Bandon Feeds the Hungry to be distributed evenly between the four local food banks.

The Fill the Shelves Shamble has been held on New Year’s Day for the past 13 years. This year’s event had 62 golfers participating in a two-person shamble format.

The local food banks that benefited from the fundraiser include Bandon Good Neighbors, Everyone At Table (E.A.T), Bandon Senior Meals and Meals on Wheels, and the Restoration Center Food Bank.

“We like to do what we can to help,” said Bandon Crossings Golf Pro Jim Wakeman. “Everyone had a great time and the weather was perfect.”

The Bandon community has been generous in its donations to Bandon Feeds the Hungry. One hundred percent of all donations are distributed to the local food

assistance programs.

Donations are tax-deductible and can be sent to P.O. Box 566, Bandon, OR 97411 or dropped off at Farm & Sea located on the waterfront in Old Town Bandon.

For more information, contact Amy Moss Strong at 541-290-9989.

About the food assistance programs

Good Neighbors

Good Neighbors holds a drive-through food distribution for individuals and families with low incomes on the first Tuesday of each month from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Distribution is at the Lions Shed, located next to the Bandon Community Center at the south end of the building (by the Veterans Memorial).

Everyone is welcome.

Good Neighbors asks participants to fill out paperwork the first time they come through so they can track the number of people served. Each month, Good Neighbors serves about 100

families representing over 200 people.

Good Neighbors partners with the Oregon Food Bank and receives additional support from local businesses, volunteers and donors.

For more information, for those who have an urgent need or to volunteer, call Sabra Kachelein at 541-329-2399.

Senior Meals/Meals on Wheels

The Bandon Senior Meals and Meals on Wheels program offers a fresh salad bar and hot lunch three days a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at the Bandon Community Center, 1200 11th St. SW.

The dining room opens at 11 a.m. with lunch service from 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Grab-and-go meals are also still available.

Homebound residents may request meal delivery by the Meals on Wheels program.

The Coos County Senior Nutrition Program is sponsored by South Coast Business Employment Corporation through its Area Agency on Aging office. Funding from the Older Americans’ Act helps support the program along with donations from local businesses and individuals.

There is no charge for meals for individuals age 60 or older, although participants are invited to contribute. The suggested lunch price is $3 for seniors age 60 and older, their spouses and those with disabilities. A $6 contribution is requested for those under age 60 but no one will be turned away.

For more information

accident, Highway 101 and Virginia.

• 2:47 pm, unlawful entry into motor vehicle, 700 block of Connecticut Ave.

• 3:16 pm, dispute, 1900 block of Newmark Street.

• 3:33 pm, 35 year old male transported to Coos County jail for driving while suspended, Wall Street and A Street.

4:39 pm, assault, 3800 block of Vista Drive.

5:40 pm, dispute/trespass, 1600 block of Virginia Ave.

• 5:39 pm, criminal mischief, 3900 block of Sheridan Ave.

6:59 pm, located runaway juvenile, Ferry Road Park area.

• 9:36 pm, recovered stolen vehicle, 2100 block of Ash Street.

• 9:49 pm, family dispute, 700 block of Tower.

Coos Bay

• 4:29 am, 52 year old male cited for driving while suspended, Radar and Puerto Vista.

11:58 am, animal complaint, 400 block of 9th Avenue.

• 12:37 pm, minor in possession of marijuana, 200 block of S Cammann St. 1:03 pm, 37 year old female cited for driving while suspended, 800 block of S 2nd Street.

1:44 pm, 29 year old male arrested and transported to Coos County jail on three

warrants, 800 block of Central Avenue.

• 2:55 pm, criminal mischief to vehicle, 900 block of Crocker Avenue.

• 4:13 pm, missing person, 1500 block of Myrtle Ave.

• 7:12 pm, 53 year old male cited for criminal trespass II, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 7:28 pm, dog complaint, 1800 block of N 7th Street.

8:44 pm, 25 year old male arrested by Winston Police on two warrants, 100 block of Rose Street.

9:08 pm, unauthorized use of motor vehicle, 200 block of Holland Street.

• 10:23 pm, disorderly conduct, 1600 block of Newmark Avenue.

11:06 pm, family dispute, 1800 block of N 8th Street.

Coquille

• 4:11 am, prowler, 700 block of N Central Boulevard.

• 8:48 am, 27 year old female cited for criminal trespass II, 100 block of N Birch St. 10:01 am, dispute, 800 block of SE 1st Avenue.

• 11:58 am, civil problem, 300 block of N Gould St.

Reedsport

• 8:53 am, theft, 7-Eleven.

• 2:26 am, animal problem, 900 block of Doyle Street. 8:10 pm, disturbance, 400 block of Camellia Court.

banks

about local senior services, to request meal delivery or to volunteer, contact Melissa Dovenspike at SCBEC, 541269-2013.

Everyone at Table

All are welcome at Everyone At Table. E.A.T. serves a nutritious home-style dinner every Tuesday from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. in the dining room of the Bandon Community Center, 1200 11th St. SW. Doors open at 5:15 p.m. E.A.T. serves 30-40 meals per week.

For more than 15 years, volunteers for Everyone At Table have prepped and served free community dinners especially for those with limited incomes. Those who are not on limited incomes are welcome and asked to help by donating for their meal.

E.A.T. is a nonprofit organization working in partnership with other Bandon food share groups and Oregon Food Bank. Volunteer cooks and servers are invited. For more information, contact Allison Hundley at 541-404-2268.

Restoration Center Food Bank

Restoration Center Food Bank, located at 89 North Ave., offers a food distribution the fourth Thursday of every month starting at 4 p.m., in a drive-through format. Anyone with food insecurities is welcome.

The Restoration Center Food Bank serves 30 to 40 families, representing 100 to 150 people each month.

For more information, contact Laurie Bowman at 541347-4900 or 541-378-8108.

The police blotter is a public record of incidents as reported by law-enforcement agencies. All individuals arrested or charged with a crime are innocent until proven guilty. The information printed is preliminary and subject to change.

Opinions expressed on this page are the writer’s alone and do not represent the opinion of the newspaper or its parent company, Country Media, Inc.

Letters to the Editor

More in common

Well this was all predictable enough. Flying the Pride flag caused controversy. Who’d have thunk it? People are writing in complaining the city council capitulated to the radical Christian right. Well that should bring a balance because by flying the Pride flag they capitulated to the radical secular left.

The proper thing to do would have just to have said “NO”. We fly the American flag because we are all Americans, the end. It’s called neutral and centrist. But our city leaders are neither and that is the problem. Just take a close read of our mayor’s statement. He believes the city has freedom of speech and woke speech is appropriate and worth fighting for. Some counselors truly believed this issue would cause no trouble. Other ones were much wiser. So we are paying the city attorney to research whether the city can fly the flag legally. Nice use of resources.

I have been running my small business here for 30 years and come across all types. There are many clients I believe to be gay. I say I believe because they come in and I call them things like Mike and Karen. They refer to me as John. We sometimes talk about life and a bunch of things we have in common but we don’t discuss who we sleep with. Any more than I do with other clients I believe to be straight. So I can only guess.

The Pride flag flying crew are a tiny minority of a small minority. Just like the Christian flag bunch are. All the rest of us, gay, straight, black, white, Christian and atheist are simply humans who are sharing this time on earth together with respect and dignity for each other. With more in common than different.

It’s the noisy trouble making fringes that are the issue on both ends and our city should yield to neither. Unless of course our elected officials are in one of those groups. Then they should step aside and let others lead.

John Chaplin Coos Bay

Support school choice

It’s hard to believe that it’s been ten years since we enrolled our son in one of the Connections Academy statewide online public schools and now he’s graduating high school this spring from Willamette Connections Academy!

Throughout the year, and especially during National School Choice Week (January 22-28) we share our family’s story with others because we’re grateful to have found an education option that works for our student.

Our son has learning disabilities and the local public school wasn’t able to accommodate his needs, that’s why we chose Connections Academy.

The lessons are customized to his learning style and he’s also able to have one-on-one connections with his teachers plus a safe and engaging classroom environment where he can learn and socialize with his peers.

Our son is just one example of thousands of students who have succeeded through virtual public school. Sadly, there are many children who might benefit from this amazing learning option but are denied due to state laws limiting enrollment.

Just as not every school is a good match for every child, the same is true for students. Many may not be a good fit for full-time online learning, but families should have the choice.

I hope next year during School Choice Week we can celebrate more choices for Oregon students.

Christina Duval Bandon

Columnist was wrong about Taylor

I disagree with this paper’s editorial stance regarding giving Rod

Taylor “accolades” for “doing what he said he would do” as County Commissioner. I also reject the notion that “more than half of those who voted agree with his views”.

First of all, he has been in office only two weeks, so how would one conclude “he has kept his promises” to the voters. Secondly, Mr. Taylor chose not to put his qualifications and platform in the Oregon Voters Guide, and many voters knew little or nothing about him beyond that he has a nice name, lots of signs, and that The World Newspaper kept putting his face on the front page. Your paper helped “legitimize” him, and you continue to do so even though he espouses fringe “conspiracy-theory” views, has no experience in running local government, and was photographed and videoed at the U.S. Capital during the January 6th insurrection, wearing his sidearm and “standing” with people who are now in jail for their criminal behaviors on that day.

Mr. Taylor’s agenda to alienate Coos County from sources of funding, to eliminate social and health programs, and do to things in ways that fly in the face of reason and sound public policy frightens me and many other residents of Coos County. He should be listening, learning, and serving rather than pushing his misinformed personal agenda.

We have many people in our area with a wealth of knowledge regarding social, financial, health, forestry, agriculture, transportation, shipping, fisheries, and other issues. There are people with real knowledge and expertise, and Mr. Taylor would better serve his constituents (and I do not mean his cronies and friends) by availing himself of actual, factual information, listening to wise counsel from those who have special knowledge and expertise... listening and learning rather than forcing his personal “opinions” and misinformed agenda.

Regarding the issue of “home rule”: Coos County has home rule already. In 1973, the Oregon Legislature enacted a statute delegating to all counties the power to enact local legislation on matters of county concern, greatly expanding their discretionary authority, and giving all Oregon Counties “home rule” by law.

The U.S. Commission on Intergovernmental Relations concluded that “Oregon counties have a greater degree of discretionary authority than counties in any other state.” We already have “home rule”, and Coos County does not need a “home rule charter” that would lock us into some “separatist agenda” of Mr. Taylor’s design (and would effectively reduce the discretionary authority that Coos County currently possesses).

As voters and citizens of Coos County, we must educate ourselves and not be taken in by “Rod Taylors” who may try pushing destructive policy through ballot measures that are deceptively worded. I completely disagree with the editor’s opinion that “we need more people like Rod Taylor in office.”

Douglas Jones Coos Bay

Giving into Regression

I may live in Eugene now, but I need to respond to Joe Benetti’s disingenuous and self-aggrandizing piece in which he explains rosily his capitulation to the regressive forces of Coos County on the flag policy “issue.”

Let us remember that about one and a half years ago, I came to the city council to request a pride flag be flown. The city approved it. Next year, it flew at the boardwalk. Outside of right-wing echo chambers, it wasn’t “divisive” at all. They made an issue of it based off of a very chauvinistic perspective that the pride flag was not representative of a community, but representative of a liberal agenda and shouldn’t be flown.

They then pushed their counteraction by using an outdated supreme court case to say their flags had to

Guest Column

When America Was Terrified of Ketchup

By J. MARK POWELL InsideSources.com

Your ancestors were once scared to death of a condiment. No, really, they were.

They were so afraid, in fact, we came within a whisker of losing our most beloved sauce. This was what happened when America was terrified of ketchup.

If you think that sweet gooey treat was born in the 1950s when Richie, Potsie and Fonzie slathered it on french fries at Arnold’s Drive-in on “Happy Days,” think again. Ketchup, (or catsup for the linguist purists among us), goes way back beyond that.

It’s been around for ages, first popping up in America in 1682, though in colonial times it was made from mushrooms. Tomatoes gradually took over in the 19th century. An 1817 cookbook recipe included anchovies. By the 1850s, anchovies were out and sweetening it with sugar was in, and the product we know today began to emerge.

Civil War soldiers wrote home begging for it to break up the monotony of military food.

Ketchup in its different variations has been sold for centuries. Farmers who made it from their crops peddled it. Jonas Yerkes is believed to be the first American to bottle and sell the stuff.

H.&J. Heinz jumped into the market in a big way, unveiling its signature Heinz Tomato Ketchup in 1876, promoting it with the snappy slogan, “Blessed relief for Mother and other women in the household!”

By the 20th century, ketchup was mainstream. There were more brands than you could shake the proverbial stick at. But all faced the same serious problem. Ketchup had a limited shelf life.

The stuff rotted over time. Unscrupulous manufacturers hid it inside bottles made of brown, green or blue glass. Customers didn’t know if their container held a contaminated condiment until they took it home and opened it.

Henry Heinz solved that problem by putting his ketchup in clear glass bottles. Though it cost a penny more than the cheaper colored glass, he figured consumers would pay extra to know exactly what they were getting. His gamble paid off, eventually forcing the entire industry to switch to clear glass.

But that solved only part of the problem. The bottling process involved fermenting tomatoes. As the 19th century drew to a close, fermentation increasingly produced explosions.

Yes, you read correctly. Bottles of the good ol’ American ketchup mom kept in her pantry were blowing up!

Consider this 1895 New York Sun article: “A bottle of catsup exploded on the dinner table of a family at

Michigan City, Indiana, recently, and force-knocked all the dishes off the table.”

Or how about this Saint Paul Globe headline from 1903: “Bottle of Catsup Explodes in Her Hands: 12-Year-Old Girl Badly Cut By Flying Glass.”

Ketchup was no longer delicious; it was potentially deadly.

Another factor was also to blame. Manufacturers were increasingly spiking the product with chemicals. Turn-of-the-century studies showed many even contained some form of antiseptic.

Dr. Harvey Wiley, head of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s chemistry division, enlisted young male workers to eat various preservatives and studied the results. Dubbed The “Poison Squad” by the press, they cataloged enough physical side effects (everything from headaches and heartburn to cramping and constipation) to fill a hospital.

The culprit was finally identified. Benzoates, the era’s preservatives of choice, were making consumers sick as bottles were blowing up.

Hard as it is to imagine today, some folks wondered if ketchup sales should be banned altogether.

Once more, it was Henry Heinz to the rescue. A backer of transparency in the food industry, in 1906 his researchers found a way to make the sauce Americans craved without benzoates. The secret was going wild with twice as much salt, sugar and vinegar as before. Over the next two years, Heinz churned out 12 million bottles without one spoiling.

Heinz again gambled customers would be willing to pay more for a better product, and yet again he hit the jackpot.

The benzoate lobby (and there was such a thing) hit back hard. A nasty war was waged on the pages of academic journals. A blue-ribbon panel decreed benzoate safe if eaten in small amounts.

But Americans weren’t buying it, either intellectually or fiscally. They voted with their pocketbooks. By 1911, Heinz and his preservativefree ketchup had won the day.

The fracas even played a role in the Food and Drug Administration’s creation in 1906.

So, the next time you lift the bun off a burger or hoist a bottle over a hotdog, stop and remember Heinz, Dr. Wiley, the Poison Squad, and all others who made ketchup safe for democracy. You’d be eating mustard without them.

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be flown, too. They pushed their flags, some that you mentioned. I pushed back, and in a very antifascist fashion. I pushed back by saying we should honor the victors against fascism in WW2: the United States, United Kingdom and Union of Soviet Socialist Republics.

Now that sounds alarming, and I meant for it to be because I wanted someone to actually pay attention to my opposition to them, but I don’t think it’s that controversial anyway.

Nonetheless, even after a pride flag flew with no counter-protesters in sight last June, you all cave in to the bigoted forces here, and betray the LGBT+ community and marginalized communities at large by stepping back and painting it as a “divisive issue” between two factions that you didn’t want to get involved in. Wake up and see the writing on the wall about what kind of infestation is growing in the political circles of your county.

You got a putsch participant as county commissioner, and they’re going to come for your council seats, too. You’ve not done anything significant. You made a few nice statements, put up a plaque and made some speeches. You’ve not delivered any fundamental change for the people of Coos Bay. You’re not doing the right thing. You’re giving into regression.

Kamryn Stringfield Eugene

J. Mark Powell

Myrtle Point boys win showdown in Skyline League

JOHN GUNTHER For The World

MYRTLE POINT — In its first year in the Skyline League, Myrtle Point’s boys find themselves on top of the league standings after a thrilling 48-46 win over visiting Elkton on Friday night.

“I’m excited,” said coach Jamil Wynn after the Bobcats held off a late surge by the Elks, who also had come into the game with a perfect league record. “It’s different (to be atop the standings).”

Myrtle Point had been among the smallest schools in Class 2A struggling in attempts to reach the playoffs in recent years. Now the veterans on those teams are thriving with the Bobcats in the Class 1A Skyline League.

Myrtle Point built a lead against Elkton with tough defense and then held on after the Elks surged late, trimming a 12-point deficit to two in the fourth quarter with 10 straight points.

The Bobcats didn’t falter. Instead, Howard Blanton called for a screen, went around it and fed teammate Trace Edwards for a layin to push the lead back to four.

Logan Backman added a pair of free throws and that was enough to hold off the Elks, who hit a bucket in the final

second but ran out of time.

“This was our best team basketball win,” Wynn said. “It was everything.”

The Bobcats were unselfish on offense, with good passing inside and some key outside shooting by Edwards. They were even better on defense.

“We had good team rotation on defense — the best we’ve had all year,” Wynn said.

They also were able to stay in front down the stretch even without point guard Andreas Villanueva, who fouled out early in the fourth quarter, after sitting most of the second quarter with foul trouble.

“We got big minutes from freshman Jake Sproul,” Wynn said. “He held his own out there.”

Blanton had 15 points for the Bobcats. Edwards added 12, Backman nine and Villanueva eight.

Edwards hit two of his three 3-pointers in the second quarter, helping the Bobcats to a 10-point halftime lead.

“Trace is playing the best basketball (of his career) on all ends — offensive and defense,” Wynn said. “He’s flying around and having fun.

“He is the engine to the basketball team.”

Cash Boe had 12 points

and Gavyn Woody and Andrew Allen 11 each for Elkton.

Myrtle Point also beat Glendale 77-49 on the road Saturday to move to 6-0 in league with five games to go. Also significant, the team has wins over North Douglas and Umpqua Valley Christian,

two of the league’s other top teams.

If the Bobcats can keep things going with a pair of the league’s lower teams coming up on the schedule this week, they stand a good chance of winning the regular-season title or finishing second, which would put

them straight into the Class 1A playoffs and into the league tournament at North Bend, where the league’s top seed to the playoffs will be decided.

The Bobcats are at Powers on Tuesday and host Riddle on Friday. Next week they visit Camas Valley and Days

Creek.

North Douglas and Days Creek, which the Bobcats beat in a nonleague game earlier in the week, and Elkton all are 5-1. Camas Valley is 4-2.

“We’re having fun,” Wynn said. “It’s good to be on this end of things.”

Myrtle Point girls roll, extend win streak to four

THE WORld

Myrtle Point’s girls basketball team won its fourth game in a row Friday, beating visiting Elkton 45-10 to improve to 4-1 in Skyline League play.

Freshman Bailie Detzler led the Bobcats with 15 points in Friday’s win. Lexi McWilliam and Jakelynn Hermann added nine points each.

It’s been a good stretch for a Myrtle Point team playing without two starters.

The Bobcats have built up momentum going into a big game Tuesday at Powers, which started the year with nine straight wins before losing three of its past four in league play.

Myrtle Point also hosts Riddle on Friday.

The Bobcats’ lone league loss came to unbeaten North Douglas and they picked up a key win over Umpqua Valley Christian last week. Myrtle Point is tied in the loss column in the league standings with UVC, New Hope and Camas Valley and is in position for a second-place finish if it can beat New Hope and Camas Valley in the coming weeks.

Second place would guarantee the Bobcats a spot in the league tournament and a place in the Class 1A playoffs. The league’s third through sixth place teams will end up in the league playoffs, needing a win to get into the Skyline tournament.

CRUISERS DROP

TWO: Powers lost to two of the league’s top teams over the weekend, falling at North Douglas 55-31 on Friday and then losing at home to Umpqua Valley Christian 6240 on Saturday.

That left the Cruisers 3-3 in league play heading into

the game with Myrtle Point and a game at Elkton on Friday.

Skylar Thompson had 24 points and KaiLey Jo Swenson eight against Umpqua Valley Christian. Kendyl Elias had 16 points for the Monarchs, who are 4-1 in league play.

Swenson had 11 points and Thompson 10 against North Douglas, which is unbeaten in league and got 23 points from Brooklyn Cyr.

PACIFIC FALLS TWICE: The Pirates weren’t able to sustain the momentum from their first Skyline League win last week, losing both their games over the weekend.

Days Creek edged the Pirates 35-31 and New Hope Christian topped Pacific 52-29.

RED DEVILS WIN ONE: Coquille fell to the top two teams from the Far West League’s south division, but beat the third-place club in a possible look-ahead to the league playoffs during a busy week.

The Red Devils had a second-half rally come up short in a 36-31 loss at Brookings-Harbor on Wednesday.

Coquille scored just 10 points in the first half and trailed 20-10 before chipping away at the lead in the second half. Holli Vigue had 13 points for the Red Devils while Ashlyn Schofield led the Bruins with 14.

Coquille bounced back with a 45-33 win over visiting Cascade Christian on Friday. Trinidy Blanton had 17 points in that win, while Vigue added nine and Lexi Lucatero seven.

But the offense went flat against Lakeview on Saturday, especially in the second half when Coquille had just one basket in a 54-22 loss

to the Honkers, the same team that eliminated the Red Devils from last year’s Class 2A playoffs.

Unbeaten Lakeview is in first place in the south division and Brookings-Harbor second. The Bruins almost beat Sutherlin, the north division leaders, on Saturday, with the Bulldogs prevailing 52-49 in overtime. Sutherlin also is unbeaten in league with a big showdown at Lakeview coming up on Saturday.

Coquille, meanwhile, plays the other three teams from the south division this week, visiting Rogue River on Wednesday, hosting St. Mary’s on Friday and visiting North Valley on Saturday.

The Red Devils are second in the league’s northern division and would host the third-place team from the south if they stay in that spot through the regular season.

MARSHFIELD 56, COTTAGE GROVE 43: The Pirates built a big first half lead and cruised to a road win Friday for their seventh victory in a row and second to start league play.

Marshfield improved to 12-4 overall heading into its bye in the Sky-Em League schedule on Tuesday. The Pirates have a big home game Friday against Marist Catholic.

JUNCTION CITY 51, NORTH BEND 24: The Bulldogs fell to 0-2 in the Sky-Em League with their road loss on Friday.

North Bend has lost five straight overall and hosts Cottage Grove on Tuesday before its bye in the first half of league play Friday. North Bend hosts Marshfield next Tuesday.

BANDON 44, ILLINOIS VALLEY 19: The Tigers kept their hold on first place

in the Valley Coast Conference’s south division with a road win over the Cougars heading into a big week with three games.

Bandon improved to 7-1 in league with their fifth straight win and host second-place Oakland on Tuesday. The Tigers also face Gold Beach at Pacific High School on Thursday and hosts Toledo on Saturday. The neutral site for the Gold Beach game follows the first meeting between the schools, which also was at a neutral site in Grants Pass.

Oakland is 7-2 in league play after beating Reedsport 47-12 on Friday, but lost to the Tigers 45-33 when the teams met in Oakland. Reedsport, still looking for a win, hosts Waldport on Tuesday, visits Illinois Valley on Thursday and hosts Lowell on Saturday.

Gold Beach, which fell to Waldport 35-23 on Friday, hosts Illinois Valley on Tuesday and Oakridge on Saturday.

BOYS

COQUILLE TAKES TWO: The Red Devils won two of their three games against teams from the Far West League’s south division, sandwiching wins over Brookings-Harbor and Lakeview around a loss to defending state champion Cascade Christian.

The Lakeview win on Saturday was Coquille’s sixth game this season decided by one or two points (another was an overtime loss), with the Red Devils edging the Honkers 55-53 when Hunter Layton made a contested layup with five seconds to go.

Dean Tucker scored 15 points for Coquille, while Zach Farmer added 12, Layton 11 and Hayden GeDeros

nine. Farmer and Gardner Scolari each made a pair of big free throws in the final quarter.

Trevor Owens had 24 points for the Honkers.

Coquille won at Brookings-Harbor 62-48 with Tucker and GeDeros scoring 13 points each and Layton 12. Josh Serna had 25 for the Bruins.

On Friday, Cascade Christian topped Coquille 76-41 on the strength of a season-high 12 3-pointers — five by Cannon Anderson and three by Drew Hall, who each scored 23 points. Farmer had 12 points and Layton 11 for Coquille.

Coquille is 4-3 and third in the Far West League’s north division behind 6-1 Douglas and South Umpqua, which both came from behind to beat the Red Devils.

COTTAGE GROVE 72, MARSHFIELD 54: The Lions topped the visiting Pirates on Friday, handing Marshfield its second straight loss to open Sky-Em League play. The game was the first of the league season for Cottage Grove.

JUNCTION CITY 63, NORTH BEND 32: The Bulldogs fell to 0-2 in league play with their road loss to the Tigers on Friday.

North Bend also came up short in a nonleague game at Hidden Valley on Saturday, 66-59, the fifth straight loss overall for the Bulldogs.

BANDON 67, ILLINOIS VALLEY 56: The Tigers used a zone defense to hold off the Cougars after Illinois Valley took an early lead at home.

“The boys played well for driving three hours on a bus,” Bandon coach Vince Quattrocchi said. ”I’m proud of how they played together and didn’t let the pressure get

to them.”

He credited Illinois Valley for keeping the game close.

“It was a battle,” he said.

Eli Freitag had 18 points and Owen Brown 11 for Bandon in the win. Colton Siewell added eight. Brendyn Bruner had 17 points and Daniel Polk 15 for Illinois Valley.

Bandon improved to 6-3, third in the Valley Coast Conference south division behind unbeaten Gold Beach and one-loss Oakland, their next two foes (Oakland at home on Tuesday and the Panthers at Pacific on Thursday). Illinois Valley is fourth in the division at 5-5.

Gold Beach beat Waldport 70-32 on Friday to keep its league record perfect. Oakland beat Reedsport 46-18.

POWERS LOSES TWO: The Cruisers lost both their weekend games to two of the Skyline League’s top teams, falling 68-33 at North Douglas and 70-33 to Umpqua Valley Christian.

Charlie Shorb had 10 points and Rene Sears nine against North Douglas.

Logan Grant had 23 for the Warriors.

Shorb had 16 and Braden Bushnell 10 against UVC. Sean Simonson had 21 for the Monarchs.

Powers is 1-5 in league play.

PACIFIC DROPS PAIR: Pacific’s boys played better Saturday but couldn’t keep up with visiting New Hope Christian in an 80-46 loss, coach Lee Pestana said. The Pirates also lost their Friday game, 56-14 to Days Creek, and continue to seek their first Skyline League win of the season. They will be on the road for both games this week, at Camas Valley on Tuesday and Umpqua Valley Christian on Friday.

SWOCC women come from behind to beat Portland

The Southwestern Oregon Community College women’s basketball team used a strong second half to beat visiting Portland 59-50 on Saturday and split its two games for the week.

The Lakers trailed the Panthers 25-23 at the break but outscored Portland 16-13 in the third quarter and 20-12 in the fourth to earn the victory.

Gillian Roybal had a huge game for the Lakers, making 8 of 15 3-pointers on the way to scoring 26 points. Skylar Willie added 10 points

and nine rebounds and Jaci Powers had eight points and 10 rebounds.

SWOCC hit nine of 12 free throws in the win.

On Wednesday, the Lakers fell to host Umpqua 66-48, with the Riverhawks taking an early advantage by outscoring SWOCC 20-12 in the first quarter.

Powers had 12 points, Roybal nine and KylieMonet Fletcher-Gilbert eight. Willey had 10 rebounds.

At 3-3, the Lakers are fifth in the NWAC South Region

heading into their first half bye in the schedule Wednesday. Lane is a perfect 5-0 and Clackamas and Linn-Benton are 4-1 with Umpqua 3-2.

SWOCC is at Clackamas on Saturday and hosts Linn-Benton on Feb. 1 before playing six of its eight games in the second half of the schedule on the road.

MEN

SWOCC’s men weren’t so fortunate during the week, losing both games late, including one to Portland at the buzzer Saturday.

The Lakers couldn’t hold on to a second-half lead on Wednesday, when the Lakers fell to Umpqua 82-76. SWOCC led 38-31 at the break.

Onwaja Thomas had 21 points and nine rebounds for the Lakers in the loss. O’shen Cazimero added 13 points and Zach Jefferson had 12. Thomas and Merrick Sherwood, who had eight points, each grabbed nine rebounds.

On Saturday, Thomas hit two free throws to give the Lakers a lead in the final sec-

onds, but Josh Lincoln made a layup at the buzzer to give the Panthers a 70-69 win.

Sherwood led the way on offense for SWOCC, hitting seven of 10 3-pointers and four of five free throws for 25 points. Thomas added 13.

The Lakers didn’t shoot well, at 21-for-54, but did make 11 3-pointers. The Lakers also had just six turnovers, to 12 for Portland.

Lincoln had 27 points for Portland, which shot just over 50 percent overall and won despite making just one

of 10 3-pointers and nine of 19 free throws (SWOCC was just 16-for-24 from the line).

The Lakers missed a chance to take a big step up in the standings before the late flurry of road games. SWOCC and Portland both are 3-3 in the jumbled South Region standings. Clackamas is 3-1 and Umpqua, Linn-Benton and Chemeketa all are 3-2. Clark and Mount Hood are 2-3 while Lane has just win, but that victory coming against league-leading Clackamas.

Photo by John Gunther/For The World

Myrtle Point’s Howard Blanton surveys the Elkton defense. Blanton led Myrtle Point with 15 points in the important league victory.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS (Probate Department) In the Matter of the Estate of ANTHONY LOUIS SMISEK, Deceased Case No. 22PB10700

NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the above-estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the undersigned personal representative at 590 Commercial Avenue, Coos Bay OR 97420, within four (4) 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 (s) for the Personal Representative, Michael Cougar. Dated and first published on January 10, 2023.

/s/ Kathy Leany Personal Representative PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE

Kathy Leany 1149 Oregon Ave., Coos Bay, OR 97420 541-294-1708

Lawyer for Personal Representative Michael Cougar OSB#850531 590 Commercial Avenue Coos Bay, OR 97420 541-808-2727 541-267-0154 (fax) michael@michaelcougar.com

Published: January 10, January 17 and January 24, 2023 The World & ONPA (ID:356121)

QUIET TITLE SUMMONS NO. CV-2022-001459 IN

THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF ARIZONA IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF MOHAVE BENJAMIN GANGLOFF, Plaintiff vs. - Barbara J Combs; Helen Hampton and Mohave County Treasurer; et. al., the unknown heirs of all the above named defendants if any of them be deceased; and all other persons claiming any right, title, estate, lien or interest in the real property described in the Complaint adverse to Plaintiff; title thereto Defendants To The Above Named Defendants and each of them. YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND REQUIRED to appear and defend in the above entitled action in the above entitled court, within THIRTY DAYS, exclusive of the day of service, if served without the State of Arizona, and you are hereby notified that in case you fail so to do, Judgment by Default WILL BE rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. The Complaint is to foreclose a lien and to Quiet Title to real property in Mohave County, Arizona. If you do not want a judgment or order taken against you without your input, you must file an “Answer” or a “Response” in writing with the Court, and pay the filing fee. If you do not file an “Answer” or “Response” the other party may be given the relief requested in his or her Petition or Complaint. To file your “Answer” or Response” take, or send, the “Answer” or “Response” to the Office of the Clerk of the Superior Court, 415 East Spring Street, Kingman, AZ 86401 (P.O. Box 7000, Kingman, AZ 86402-7000) or the Office of the Clerk of the Superior Court, 2225 Trane Road, Bullhead City, AZ 86442, or Office of the Clerk of the Superior Court, 2001 College Drive, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86404. Mail a copy of your “Answer” or “Response” to the other party at the address listed on the top of this Summons. Benjamin Gangloff, Plaintiff 1308 Stockton Hill A194, Kingman AZ 86401, Phone (928) 5301235. GIVEN under my hand and the Seal of the Superior Court of the State of Arizona, in and for the County of MOHAVE, this 7th day of December, 2022. CLERK OF SUPERIOR COURT By: Christina Spurlock, Clerk Published: January 17, January 24, January 31 and February 7, 2023 The World & ONPA (ID:356463)

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

Probate Department Case No. 22PB10606

NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS

In the Matter of the Estate of ALBERT V. NAB, Deceased.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Mychael J. Havens has been appointed as the personal representative of the above estate. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them to the undersigned attorney for the personal representative at 6400 SE Lake Road, Suite 440, Portland, OR 97222, 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 attorney for the personal representative.

Dated and first published on January 17, 2023.

Mychael J. Havens

Personal Representative

Christopher L. Ray, OSB No. OSB #094816

Fitzwater Law

Of Attorneys for Personal Representative 6400 SE Lake Road, Suite 440 Portland, OR 97222 Tel (503) 786-8191

ChrisR@fitzwaterlaw.com Published: January 17, January 24 and January 31, 2023

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Public Notice

T-Mobile proposes to modify telecommunications equipment on an existing building located at 263 N Broadway, Coos Bay, Coos County, Oregon 97420 (43° 22’ 08.6” N, 124° 12’ 48.2” W). Impact7G, Inc. is publishing this notice in accordance with Federal Communications Commission regulations (47 CFR § 1.1307) for Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) and for the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Parties interested in commenting on this Federal undertaking or with questions on the proposed facility should contact Impact7G, Inc. at 8951 Windsor Parkway, Johnston, IA 50131 or call 515-473-6256 and reference project #TMO NW677-SU.

Published: January 24, 2023 The World & ONPA (ID:357066

NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Sherryl L. Foord has been appointed as Personal Representative of the above estate. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative, c/o Daniel M. Hinrichs, Attorney at Law, 590 Commercial, 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 courtProbate Department, 250 N Baxter, Coquille, OR 97423, the personal representative, or the attorney for the personal representative, Daniel M. Hinrichs, Attorney at Law, 590 Commercial, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420.

Dated and first published January 17, 2023

Published: January 17, January 24 and January 31, 2023

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IN THE MATTER OF THE SALE OF COUNTY FOREST LANDS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

TO: ALL INTERESTED PERSONS

Notice is hereby given that the Coos County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on February 7, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. during the regular board meeting in the conference room at the Owen Bldg., 201 N. Adams Street, Coquille, Oregon. The purpose of the hearing will be to hear public comments on the sale of County Forest Land. Pursuant to ORS 275.330, properties may be sold if the Board of Commissioners finds it in the best interests of the public to do so. Proceeds from any sale will be used to maintain or improve existing County Forest or Park lands or for future acquisition of lands to be set aside as County Forest or Park lands.

The County Forest Lands are described as follows:

Tax Account 99917897 T23S, R13W, Section 36 TL1201 containing approximately 4.1 acres.

Date: January 17, 2023

Lance Morgan, Coos County Forester Published: January 24 and January 27, 2023

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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 PATRICIA RUTH LYONS. Deceased. Case No. 22PB11477

SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION Case No.: 22CV39534 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS CIS FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC., Plaintiff, vs. THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF CLIFFORD E DOW AKA CLIFFORD EARL DOW AKA CLIFFORD DOW; ALTHEA DOW; WESTERN MERCANTILE AGENCY, INC.; LVNV FUNDING LLC; CROWN ASSET MANAGEMENT, LLC; CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A.; STATE OF OREGON; OCCUPANTS OF THE PROPERTY, Defendants. To: THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF CLIFFORD E DOW AKA CLIFFORD EARL DOW AKA CLIFFORD DOW; ALTHEA DOW. 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-ServicesStatewide.aspx. The relief sought in the Complaint is the foreclosure of the property located at 59286 Seven Devils Road, Bandon, OR 97411. Date of First Publication: 1/24/2023 McCarthy & Holthus, LLP s/Grace Chu _ John Thomas OSB No. 024691 _ Grace Chu OSB No. 220848 _ Michael Scott OSB No. 973947 920 SW 3rd Ave, 1st Floor Portland, OR 97204 Phone: (971) 2013200 Fax: (971) 201-3202 gchu@mccarthyholthus.

com Of Attorneys for Plaintiff IDSPub #0183359 1/24/2023 1/31/2023 2/7/2023 2/14/2023 Published: The World & ONPA (ID:356943)

REQUEST FOR STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ)

CITY OF COOS BAY 500 Central Ave Coos Bay, Oregon 97420

Statement of Qualifications from individuals or firms, as consulting foresters to provide miscellaneous timber management services for the city of Coos Bay. SOQs will be received by the City of Coos Bay until March 7, 2023, at 3 p.m. The RFQ is available on QuestCDN www.questcdn.com Quest #8371562

Published: January 24 and January 31, 2023 The World & ONPA (ID:357172)

PUBLISHED NOTICE OF INTENT TO ENFORCE A CONTRACTUAL REQUIREMENT FOR DELIVERY OF A DEED OF CONVEYANCE

(ORS 93.285(7)&(8))

This is a published notice of intent to enforce a contractual requirement for delivery of a deed of conveyance from a seller. The following information is given in obedience to ORS 93.285(8):

1. The name of the Seller, as shown of record, is: Gary Chrismon; the heirs of Donna L. Britt (deceased); and the heirs of Georgenia J. (Fields) Hughes (deceased).

2. The real property (the “Property”) is described as follows: Beginning at a 5/8” iron rod located on the section-line between Sections Eight (8) and Nine (9), Township Twenty Nine (29) South, Range Fourteen (14) West of the Willamette Meridian, Coos County, Oregon, and being 2,008.74 feet North of the section corner common to Sections 8, 9, 16, and 17; thence South on said section line 919.58 feet (through a 5/8” iron rod at 669.58 feet); thence West 500 feet; thence South 1,089.16 feet East, more or less, to the South section line of Section 8; thence West along said section line 1,545.23 feet, more or less, to the West line of the East half (E ½) of the Southwest quarter (SW ¼) of the Southeast quarter (SE ¼) of Section 8, thence North 851.9 feet along said West line; thence East 250 feet; thence North 500 feet, more or less, to the North line of the Southwest quarter (SW ¼) of the Southeast quarter (SE ¼) of Section 8; thence East along said North line 430.78 feet, more or less, to the center of the Southeast quarter (SE ¼) of Section 8; thence North along the East line of the Northwest quarter (NW ¼) of the Southeast quarter (SE ¼) of Section 8, 673.83 feet; thence East 1,360.61 feet to the point of beginning, (passing through 5/8” iron rod at distances of 64.28 feet, 273.68 feet, and 430.2 feet.) EXCEPT: Rights of the public in streets, roads and highways; a power line traversing the Northeast portion of the described property and except right of access to the Mac Whorter and Oren Barnekoff properties over and across existing roads.

3. On December 1, 1981, Original Vendor Edward T. Barnekoff and Nona M. Barnekoff agreed to sell the Property to Original Vendee John A. McMahon and Barbara J. McMahon. The instrument creating this original contract of sale was entitled “Sales Contract - Real Property.” A Memorandum of Sale, memorializing the “Sales Contract - Real Property,” was recorded as Coos County, Oregon Instrument # 81- 5- 5279.

4. On or about August 10, 1982 Original Vendor Edward T. Barnekoff died and by operation of law Nona M. Barnekoff succeeded to his full vendor’s interest in the Property.

5. On April 16, 1993 Original Vendor Nona M. Barnekoff, owner of the full vendor’s interest in the Property, died.

6. On June 30, 1997 a Small Estate Affidavit for Original Vendor Nona M. Barnekoff was filed as State of Oregon Circuit Court, Coos County, Case # 97CV0673.

7. On July 1, 1997, an Assignment of Contract by Vendor was recorded as Coos County, Oregon Instrument 97-07-0003. This instrument assigned the full Original Vendor’s interest in the Property to Original Vendor’s Assignees: Donna L. Britt; Georgenia J. (Fields) Hughes; and Gary Chrismon.

8. On or about November 29, 1999, Original Vendee John A. McMahon and Barbara J. McMahon made their final payment and fully performed on the contract of sale for the Property.

9. On December 29, 2004, the original purchaser John A. McMahon and Barbara J. McMahon conveyed their interest in the Property to Jerry D. McMahon and Andrea D. McMahon, by Coos County, Oregon Instrument #2004- 18616. On January 7, 2005 this Coos County, Oregon Instrument #2004- 18616 was rerecorded as Coos County, Oregon Instrument #2005318 to correct an error in the name of the grantor.

10. On October 17, 2010,

Georgenia J. (Fields) Hughes, one of the Original Vendor’s Assignees, died intestate. As of the date of this Notice, no probate or small estate affidavit has been opened for the Estate of Georgenia J. (Fields) Hughes (deceased).

11. On or about July, 2019, Donna L. Britt, one of the Original Vendor’s Assignees, died intestate. As of the date of this Notice, no probate or small estate affidavit has been opened for the Estate of Donna L. Britt (deceased).

12. Under Oregon law, the “purchaser” under a procedure to enforce a contractual requirement for delivery of a deed of conveyance means any person who by voluntary transfer acquires a contractual interest in real property, any successor in interest to all or any part of the purchaser’s contract rights of whom the seller has actual or constructive notice, and any person having a subordinate lien or encumbrance of record, including, but not limited to, a mortgagee, a beneficiary under a trust deed and a purchaser under a subordinate contract for transfer or conveyance of an interest in real property.

ORS 93.905(4). Therefore, Purchaser is now Jerry D. McMahon and Andrea D. McMahon.

13. Under Oregon law, the “seller” under a procedure to enforce a contractual requirement for delivery of a deed of conveyance means any person who transfers or conveys an interest in real property, or any successor in interest of the seller. Therefore, Seller is now (a) Gary Chrismon; (b) the heirs of the Estate of Donna L. Britt (deceased); and (c) the heirs of the Estate of Georgenia J. (Fields) Hughes (deceased).

14. Purchaser Jerry D. McMahon and Andrea D. McMahon wish to enforce the contractual requirement for delivery of conveyance from the seller.

15. On September 8, 2022, Purchaser recorded a Notice of Intent to Enforce a Contractual Requirement for Delivery of a Deed of Conveyance as Coos County, Oregon Instrument # 202208361. On December 23, 2022 Purchaser recorded an Affidavit of Service or Mailing of the Notice of Intent to Enforce a Contractual Requirement for Delivery of a Deed of Conveyance as Coos County, Oregon Instrument #2022-11014.

16. Seller (or, Seller’s successors in interest or assignees, if any) must submit an objection to the purchaser within 120 days after the date of recording of this Notice, or if published within 60 days after the final date of publication of this Notice under ORS 93.285(7), whichever is later, or the Seller’s interest in the property may be conveyed to the Purchaser.

17. If there are objections, Seller (or, Seller’s successors in interest or assignees, if any) must object to the demand contained in this Notice as specified by ORS 93.285(5). The address of Purchaser Jerry D. McMahon and Andrea D. McMahon is: P. O. Box 1916, Bandon, Oregon 97411.

18. This published notice is being published at least one time per week for three consecutive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation in the County in which the property is located. The date of first publication of this published notice is January 17, 2023.

Published: January 17, January 24 and January 31, 2023

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Statement of Qualifications to provide professional consulting services to the city for the purposes of the Empire Area Blueprint project will be received by the City of Coos Bay until 3:00 p.m., February 8, 2023. The RFQ is available on QuestCDN www.questcdn.com Quest #8366635.

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NOTICE OF SALE APN: 3451101

Reference is made to that certain deed made by Connie Blackburn and Donald Blackburn as Grantor to First American Title Insurance Company of Oregon, as Trustee, in favor of Umpqua Bank Umpqua Bank as Beneficiary, dated 07/08/2009, recorded 07/13/2009, in the official records of Coos County, Oregon as Instrument No. 2009-7043 covering the following described real property situated in said County and State, to wit: The North 1/2 of Lot 4 and all of Lot 5, Block 4, SMITH’S ADDITION TO MYRTLE POINT, Coos County, Oregon Commonly known as: 554 Cathcart St, Myrtle Point, OR 97458 The current beneficiary is Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A. as Trustee for Mortgage Assets Management Series I Trust pursuant to assignment of deed of trust recorded on 06/24/2019 as Inst No. 2019-05459 in the records of Coos, Oregon. The beneficiary has elected and directed successor trustee 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: the default for which the foreclosure is made is the grantor’s failure to: There is a default by the grantor or other person owing an obligation, or by their successor-in-interest, the performance of which is secured by said trust deed with respect to provisions therein which authorize sale in the event of default of such provision; the default for which foreclosure is made is due to the non-payment of property taxes and other charges in the amount of $6,708.05 and subsequent tax payments and charges thereafter. 1. By the reason of said default the beneficiary has declared all obligations secured by said deed of trust immediately due and payable, said sums being the following, to wit: Principal balance of: $98,689.51; 2. Interest through 11/30/2022 in the amount of: $ 56,552.75 3. MIP/PMI Advances in the amount of: $ 4,558.95 4. Recoverable balance in the amount of: $ 0.00 5. Late Charges in the Amount of: $ 0.00 6. Escrow Advances in the amount of: $ 9,310.68 7. Together with the interest thereon at the rate 6.080000% per annum until paid; plus all accrued late charges thereon; and all trustee’s fees, foreclosure costs and any sums advanced by the beneficiary pursuant to the terms of said deed of trust. The principal sum of $98,689.51 together with the interest thereon at the rate 6.080000% per annum from 08/14/2021 until paid; plus all accrued late charges thereon; and all trustee’s fees, foreclosure costs and any sums advanced by the beneficiary pursuant to the terms of said deed of trust. Whereof, notice hereby is given that the undersigned trustee will on 05/04/2023 at the hour of 11:00 AM, Standard of Time, as established by Section 187.110, Oregon Revised Statutes, at the front entrance to the Coos County Courthouse, 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 the sale. In construing this, the masculine gender includes the feminine and the successor in interest to the grantor as well as any other person owing obligation, the performance of which is secured by said trust deed; 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 The Mortgage Law Firm, 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. Also, please be advised that pursuant to the terms stated on the Deed of Trust and Note, the beneficiary is allowed to conduct property inspections while there is a default. This shall serve as notice that the beneficiary shall be conducting property inspections on the referenced property. 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 RESIDENTIAL TENANTS The property in which you are living is in foreclosure. A foreclosure sale is scheduled for 05/04/2023 (date). The date of this sale may be postponed. Unless the lender that is foreclosing on this property is paid before the sale date, the foreclosure will go through and someone new will own this property. After the sale, the new owner is required to provide you with contact information and notice that the sale took place. The following information applies to you only if you are a bona fide tenant occupying and renting this property as a residential dwelling under a legitimate rental agreement. The information does not apply to you if you own this property or if you are not a bona fide residential tenant. If the foreclosure sale goes through, the new owner will have the right to require you to move out. Before the new owner can require you to move, the new owner must provide you with written notice that specifies the date by which you must move out. If you do not leave before the move-out date, the new owner can have the sheriff remove you from the property after a court hearing. You will receive notice of the court hearing. PROTECTION FROM EVICTION IF YOU ARE A BONA FIDE TENANT OCCUPYING AND RENTING THIS PROPERTY AS A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING, YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO CONTINUE LIVING IN THIS PROPERTY AFTER THE FORECLOSURE SALE FOR: • 60 DAYS FROM THE DATE YOU ARE GIVEN A WRITTEN TERMINATION NOTICE, IF YOU HAVE A FIXED TERM LEASE; OR • AT LEAST 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE YOU ARE GIVEN A WRITTEN TERMINATION NOTICE, IF YOU HAVE A MONTH-TOMONTH OR WEEK-TO-WEEK RENTAL AGREEMENT. If the new owner wants to move in and use this property as a primary residence, the new owner can give you written notice and require you to move out after 30 days, even though you have a fixed term lease with more than 30 days left. You must be provided with at least 30 days’ written notice after the foreclosure sale before you can be required to move. A bona fide tenant is a residential tenant who is not the borrower (property owner) or a child, spouse or parent of the borrower, and whose rental agreement: • Is the result of an arm’s-length transaction; • Requires the payment of rent that is not substantially less than fair market rent for the property, unless the rent is reduced or subsidized due to a federal, state or local subsidy; and • Was entered into prior to the date of the foreclosure sale. ABOUT YOUR TENANCY BETWEEN NOW AND THE FORECLOSURE SALE: RENT YOU SHOULD CONTINUE TO PAY RENT TO YOUR LANDLORD UNTIL THE PROPERTY IS SOLD OR UNTIL A COURT TELLS YOU

OTHERWISE. IF YOU DO NOT PAY RENT, YOU CAN BE EVICTED. BE SURE TO KEEP PROOF OF ANY PAYMENTS YOU MAKE. SECURITY DEPOSIT You may apply your security deposit and any rent you paid in advance against the current rent you owe your landlord as provided in ORS 90.367. To do this, you must notify your landlord in writing that you want to subtract the amount of your security deposit or prepaid rent from your rent payment. You may do this only for the rent you owe your current landlord. If you do this, you must do so before the foreclosure sale. The business or individual who buys this property at the foreclosure sale is not responsible to you for any deposit or prepaid rent you paid to your landlord. ABOUT YOUR TENANCY AFTER THE FORECLOSURE SALE The new owner that buys this property at the foreclosure sale may be willing to allow you to stay as a tenant instead of requiring you to move out after 30 or 60 days. After the sale, you should receive a written notice informing you that the sale took place and giving you the new owner’s name and contact information. You should contact the new owner if you would like to stay. If the new owner accepts rent from you, signs a new residential rental agreement with you or does not notify you in writing within 30 days after the date of the foreclosure sale that you must move out, the new owner becomes your new landlord and must maintain the property. Otherwise: • You do not owe rent; • The new owner is not your landlord and is not responsible for maintaining the property on your behalf; and• You must move out by the date the new owner specifies in a notice to you. The new owner may offer to pay your moving expenses and any other costs or amounts you and the new owner agree on in exchange for your agreement to leave the premises in less than 30 or 60 days. You should speak with a lawyer to fully understand your rights before making any decisions regarding your tenancy. IT IS UNLAWFUL FOR ANY PERSON TO TRY TO FORCE YOU TO LEAVE YOUR DWELLING UNIT WITHOUT FIRST GIVING YOU WRITTEN NOTICE AND GOING TO COURT TO EVICT YOU. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR RIGHTS, YOU SHOULD CONSULT A LAWYER. If you believe you need legal assistance, contact the Oregon State Bar and ask for the lawyer referral service. Contact information for the Oregon State Bar is included with this notice. If you do not have enough money to pay a lawyer and are otherwise eligible, you may be able to receive legal assistance for free. Information about whom to contact for free legal assistance is included with this notice. OREGON STATE BAR, 16037 S.W. Upper Boones Ferry Road, Tigard Oregon 97224, Phone (503) 620-0222, Toll-free 1-800-452-8260 Website: http://www.oregonlawhelp.org

NOTICE TO VETERANS If the recipient of this notice is a veteran of the armed forces, assistance may be available from a county veterans’ service officer or community action agency. Contact information for a service officer appointed for the county in which you live and contact information for a community action agency that serves the area where you live may be obtained by calling a 2-1-1 information service. The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act requires that we state the following: this is an attempt to collect, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If a discharge has been obtained by any party through bankruptcy proceedings: This shall not be construed to be an attempt to collect the outstanding indebtedness or hold you personally liable for the debt. This letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. The Successor Trustee, The Mortgage Law Firm, LLC, has authorized the undersigned attorney to execute the document on the Successor Trustee’s behalf as allowed under ORS 86.713(8). Dated: 12/29/2022 The Mortgage Law Firm, LLC Jason L Cotton #223275 The Mortgage Law Firm, LLC Jason L Cotton OSB #223275 650 NE Holladay Suite 1600 Portland, OR 97232 Phone number for the Trustee: 1-971-270-1233 1 (619) 465-8200 A-4769544 01/10/2023, 01/17/2023, 01/24/2023, 01/31/2023

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TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE TS No:163024 APN: 0000840102 Reference is made to that certain deed made by Michael Flemming and Vicky Watts as Grantor to First American Title, as Trustee, in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as designated nominee for Quicken Loans, Inc. as Beneficiary, dated 07/18/2019, recorded 07/18/2019, in the official records of Coos County, Oregon as Instrument No. 2019-06260 covering the following described real property situated in said County and State, to wit: See attached exhibit A EXHIBIT “A” Legal Description Beginning at an iron rod post on the South right-of-way line of Shelly Road said iron rod post being 1,238.79 feet North and 141.60 feet West of the Southeast corner of the NW 1/4 of Section 6, Township 28 South, Range 12 West of the Willamette Meridian, Coos County, Oregon; (all bearings used in this description are based on the East line of the SE 1/4 of the NW 1/4 of said Section 6); thence South 8° 54’ 56” East 53.73 feet; thence South 86° 50’ West 10.00 feet; thence South 3” 10’ East a distance of 112.00 feet to an iron rod post; thence continue South 3° 10’ East 273.45 feet; thence East 88.20 feet, more or less, to the East line of said NW 1 /4; thence North 2° 33’ 30” West a distance of 49.3 feet, more or less, to the Southwest corner of that property recorded in instrument bearing Microfilm Reel No. 78-6-1744, Records of Coos County, Oregon; thence West 20.00 feet; thence North 3” 10’ West 410 feet, more or less, to the South right-of-way line of Shelly Road; thence Southwesterly along said right-of-way line 67.04 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning. Commonly known as: 1643 Shelley Rd, Coquille, OR 97423 The current beneficiary is Rocket Mortgage, LLC f/k/a Quicken Loans, LLC f/k/a Quicken Loans Inc. pursuant to assignment of deed of trust recorded on 10/21/2022 as Inst No. 2022-09464 in the records of Coos, Oregon. The beneficiary has elected and directed successor trustee 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: the default for which the foreclosure is made is the grantor’s failure to: Make the monthly payments commencing with the payment due on 06/01/2022 and continuing each month until this trust deed is reinstated or goes to trustee’s sale; plus a late charge on each installment not paid within fifteen days following the payment due date; trustee’s fees and other costs and expenses associated with this foreclosure and any further breach of any term or condition contained in subject note and deed of trust. 1.By the reason of said default the beneficiary has declared all obligations secured by said deed of trust immediately due and payable, said sums being the following, to wit: Principal balance of $207,348.29; 2. Interest through 12/15/2022 in the amount of $ 5,317.39 3.MIP/PMI Advances in the amount of $ 285.72 4. Recoverable balance in the

amount of $ 1,931.17 5. Late Charges in the Amount of $ 169.80 6. Escrow Advances in the amount of $ 2,181.29 7. Together with the interest thereon at the rate 4.1250000% per annum until paid; plus, all accrued late charges thereon; and all trustee’s fees, foreclosure costs and any sums advanced by the beneficiary pursuant to the terms of said deed of trust.

The principal sum of $207,348.29 together with the interest thereon at the rate 4.1250000% per annum from 05/01/2022 until paid; plus, all accrued late charges thereon; and all trustee’s fees, foreclosure costs and any sums advanced by the beneficiary pursuant to the terms of said deed of trust.

Whereof, notice hereby is given that the undersigned trustee will on 04/18/2023 at the hour of 11:00 AM, Standard of Time, as established by Section 187.110, Oregon Revised Statutes, at the front entrance to the Coos 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 the sale. In construing this, the masculine gender includes the feminine and the successor in interest to the grantor as well as any other person owing obligation, the performance of which is secured by said trust deed; 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 The Mortgage Law Firm, 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. Also, please be advised that pursuant to the terms stated on the Deed of Trust and Note, the beneficiary is allowed to conduct property inspections while there is a default. This shall serve as notice that the beneficiary shall be conducting property inspections on the referenced property. 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 RESIDENTIAL TENANTS The property in which you are living is in foreclosure. A foreclosure sale is scheduled for 04/18/2023 (date). The date of this sale may be postponed. Unless the lender that is foreclosing on this property is paid before the sale date, the foreclosure will go through and someone new will own this property. After the sale, the new owner is required to provide you with contact information and notice that the sale took place. The following information applies to you only if you are a bona fide tenant occupying and renting this property as a residential dwelling under a legitimate rental agreement. The information does not apply to you if you own this property or if you are not a bona fide residential tenant. If the foreclosure sale goes through, the new owner will have the right to require you to move out. Before the new owner can require you to move, the new owner must provide you with written notice that specifies the date by which you must move out. If you do not leave before the move-out date, the new owner can have the sheriff remove you from the property after a court hearing. You will receive notice of the court hearing. PROTECTION FROM EVICTION IF YOU ARE A BONA FIDE TENANT OCCUPYING AND RENTING THIS PROPERTY AS A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING, YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO CONTINUE LIVING IN THIS PROPERTY AFTER THE FORECLOSURE SALE FOR: 60 DAYS FROM THE DATE YOU ARE GIVEN A WRITTEN TERMINATION NOTICE, IF YOU HAVE A FIXED TERM LEASE; ORAT LEAST 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE YOU ARE GIVEN A WRITTEN TERMINATION NOTICE, IF YOU HAVE A MONTH-TOMONTH OR WEEK-TO-WEEK RENTAL AGREEMENT.If the new owner wants to move in and use this property as a primary residence, the new owner can give you written notice and require you to move out after 30 days, even though you have a fixed term lease with more than 30 days left.You must be provided with at least 30 days’ written notice after the foreclosure sale before you can be required to move.A bona fide tenant is a residential tenant who is not the borrower (property owner) or a child, spouse or parent of the borrower, and whose rental agreement:Is the result of an arm’s-length

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transaction;Requires the payment of rent that is not substantially less than fair market rent for the property, unless the rent is reduced or subsidized due to a federal, state or local subsidy; andWas entered into prior to the date of the foreclosure sale.ABOUT YOUR TENANCYBETWEEN NOW AND THE FORECLOSURE SALE:RENTYOU SHOULD CONTINUE TO PAY RENT TO YOUR LANDLORD UNTIL THE PROPERTY IS SOLD OR UNTIL A COURT TELLS YOU OTHERWISE. IF YOU DO NOT PAY RENT, YOU CAN BE EVICTED. BE SURE TO KEEP PROOF OF ANY PAYMENTS YOU MAKE. SECURITY DEPOSITYou may apply your security deposit and any rent you paid in advance against the current rent you owe your landlord as provided in ORS 90.367. To do this, you must notify your landlord in writing that you want to subtract the amount of your security deposit or prepaid rent from your rent payment. You may do this only for the rent you owe your current landlord. If you do this, you must do so before the foreclosure sale. The business or individual who buys this property at the foreclosure sale is not responsible to you for any deposit or prepaid rent you paid to your landlord.

ABOUT YOUR TENANCY AFTER THE FORECLOSURE SALEThe new owner that buys this property at the foreclosure sale may be willing to allow you to stay as a tenant instead of requiring you to move out after 30 or 60 days. After the sale, you should receive a written notice informing you that the sale took place and giving you the new owner’s name and contact information. You should contact the new owner if you would like to stay. If the new owner accepts rent from you, signs a new residential rental agreement with you or does not notify you in writing within 30 days after the date of the foreclosure sale that you must move out, the new owner becomes your new landlord and must maintain the property. Otherwise:You do not owe rent;The new owner is not your landlord and is not responsible for maintaining the property on your behalf; andYou must move out by the date the new owner specifies in a notice to you. The new owner may offer to pay your moving expenses and any other costs or amounts you and the new owner agree on in exchange for your agreement to leave the premises in less than 30 or 60 days. You should speak with a lawyer to fully understand your rights before making any decisions regarding your tenancy. IT IS UNLAWFUL FOR ANY PERSON TO TRY TO FORCE YOU TO LEAVE YOUR DWELLING UNIT WITHOUT FIRST GIVING YOU WRITTEN NOTICE AND GOING TO COURT TO EVICT YOU. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR RIGHTS, YOU SHOULD CONSULT A LAWYER. If you believe you need legal assistance, contact the Oregon State Bar and ask for the lawyer referral service. Contact information for the Oregon State Bar is included with this notice. If you do not have enough money to pay a lawyer and are otherwise eligible, you may be able to receive legal assistance for

free. Information about whom to contact for free legal assistance is included with this notice. OREGON STATE BAR, 16037 S.W. Upper Boones Ferry Road, Tigard Oregon 97224, Phone (503) 620-0222, Toll-free 1-800-452-8260 Website: http://www. oregonlawhelp.org NOTICE TO VETERANS If the recipient of this notice is a veteran of the armed forces, assistance may be available from a county veterans’ service officer or community action agency. Contact information for a service officer appointed for the county in which you live and contact information for a community action agency that serves the area where you live may be obtained by calling a 2-1-1 information service. The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act requires that we state the following: this is an attempt to collect, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If a discharge has been obtained by any party through bankruptcy proceedings: This shall not be construed to be an attempt to collect the outstanding indebtedness or hold you personally liable for the debt. This letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. The Successor Trustee, The Mortgage Law Firm, LLC, has authorized the undersigned attorney to execute the document on the Successor Trustee’s behalf as allowed under ORS 86.713(8).

Dated: 12/15/2022 The Mortgage Law Firm, LLC Jason L Cotton #223275 The Mortgage Law Firm, LLC Jason L Cotton OSB #223275 650 NE Holladay Suite 1600 Portland, OR 97232 Phone number for the Trustee: 1-971-270-1233 1 (619) 465-8200 A-4768203 01/03/2023, 01/10/2023, 01/17/2023, 01/24/2023 The World & ONPA(ID:355197)

PUBLIC NOTICE AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Due to meeting size limitations and in consideration of the health of our citizens, council, and staff, Work Session and Council Meetings will have limited seating and will be streamed at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/c / cityofnorthbendoregon

If you wish to provide oral or written comments for public comment or a scheduled Public Hearing, please see the Speak at Remote Meetings Page at the following link: https://www.northbendoregon.

us NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held before the Council of the City of North Bend in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 835 California Avenue, North Bend, Oregon on January 24, 2023, at 7:00 pm to consider the Proposed City Fees Increase for the City of North Bend. The meeting will be held remotely and in-person, and any interested parties may submit a Remote Public Hearing Comment request form, or watch the live-streamed meeting by visiting www.nothbendoregon. us. The purpose of the hearing is to discuss the proposed City fees increase and hold the public hearing to receive and consider any public comments.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF LANE In the Matter of the Marriage of:

BOBBY JUNIOR HILL, Petitioner, and DEBRA JEAN HILL, Respondent. Case No. 17DR04258

ORDER TO APPEAR AND SHOW CAUSE REGARDING MODIFICATION OF JUDGMENT

TO: Respondent Debra Jean Hill.

Date of First Publication: January 17, 2023 (response must be filed within 30 days of this date)

Bobby Junior Hill has filed a motion titled “Petitioner’s Motion for Order to Show Cause Re: Modification of Parenting Time”, requesting that the court modify the court-ordered parenting plan in this matter to change your routine and summer vacation parenting time to every other Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., to make changes to the holiday parenting time schedule, to require that you provide all transportation for your parenting time, and requiring that you remain within 40 miles of Petitioner’s residence during your parenting time. On October 6, 2022, the court entered the following order: BASED UPON the Motion and Declaration of the Petitioner on file herein, the request for an order to show cause is hereby allowed.

IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that Respondent appear by written response within thirty (30) days after service of this order, to Show Cause, if any exists, why an order should not be entered granting the relief requested in Petitioner’s Motion for Order to Show Cause Re: Modification of Parenting Time.

DATED: 10/6/2022 Debra E. Velure, Circuit Court Judge The written response 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.

Published: January 17, January 24, January 31 and February 7, 2023 The World & ONPA (ID:356599)

Oregon lawmakers move to end sale of flavored tobacco products

Late last week, the Oregon legislature introduced HB 3090 which would end the sale of menthol cigarettes and all other flavored tobacco products, including cigars, hookah, e-cigarettes and smokeless tobacco.

The bill introduction comes on the heels of a new report by the American Cancer Society noting over 26,000 Oregonians will be diagnosed with cancer in 2023, and an estimated 8,400 will lose their lives to the disease. Smoking causes 30% of all cancer deaths in this country.

The following statement can be attributed to Jamie

Dunphy, Oregon director of government relations for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN):

“With a new year and new legislative session comes a new opportunity for Oregon lawmakers to prioritize the health of Oregonians over tobacco industry interests and bottom line. Ending the sale of menthol cigarettes and all other flavored tobacco products would be a huge step in that direction.

“Menthol, mint and other candy- and fruit-flavored tobacco products are a key part of the tobacco industry’s strategy to addict our youth, Black, LGBTQ and limited-

income communities. Research shows that flavors drive the unprecedented increase in youth tobacco uptake, with 81% of kids who have ever tried tobacco started with a flavored product.

“On behalf of cancer patients, survivors, and all impacted by tobacco use, ACS CAN thanks chief bill sponsor, Rep. Lisa Reynolds, Sen. Elizabeth Steiner, and Sen. Bill Hansell and Rep. Hai Pham, and urges House and Senate members to start the new year with a commitment to support this legislation and prioritize public health over the tobacco industry’s wallet.”

Everett “Mickey” Hurley

October 14, 1936 – December 26, 2022

Everett “Mickey” Hurley passed away peacefully at Windsong Memory Care in Salem, Oregon on December 26, 2022.

Born on October 14, 1936 to Frank and Rachel Hurley in Parma, Idaho, where he grew up on the family farm and later graduated with a Master’s degree from the University of Idaho, where he met and married Barbara DuBois. They went on to have four children, Brad, Deanna, Cheryl, and Mike. He had six grandchildren, Gary, Jason and Trenton (Cheryl), Sean, Samantha and Weston (Mike).

He is proceeded in death by his wife, Barbara and son, Brad.

Mickey’s career included teaching high school biology

August 31, 1928 – April 29, 2022

Carolyn Sue Lennon Robb passed peacefully on April 29, 2022 in Bandon, Oregon at the age of 93.

She was born in Fullerton, California, on August 31, 1928, to Charlotte Francis Smith of Greeley, Colorado and Carl Andrew Lennon of Union City, Michigan.

Carolyn was raised in La Habra and Lake Arrowhead, California with frequent trips to Bandon, Oregon to visit her beloved uncle and aunt, Hugh and Ruth (Barrows) Lennon.

Sue Robb was born to be a teacher. This became apparent at an early age with her ‘little sister’ Jackie Dunning, followed by teaching Sunday school classes beginning at the age ten. Sue sang in her church choirs her whole life.

She graduated from Redlands University in Redlands, California with an early elementary teaching degree.

She married Ralph Edward Robb Jr., a Master Sergeant in the US Air Force in 1951. She taught on or near air force bases around the globe. Her husband, now a Lieutenant Colonel pilot, retired in North Little Rock and they settled in Edgemont, Arkansas.

and coaching wrestling at Bandon High School, where he went on to be inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame for his many achievements. He was the #1 fan of the U of O football team and spent many years attending home games as well as following them to several bowl games with his family.

When he wasn’t teaching or coaching, he was busy commercial fishing, first on his boat the Barbara J and later at his set net site in Bristal Bay, Alaska.

There will be a celebration of life to be announced later, in the Spring/Summer where we will spread Mickey’s ashes along with his wife, Barbara’s in the ocean with a service to follow.

Port of Coos Bay to release 2023 scholarship application February 1

The Oregon International Port of Coos Bay recently announced the opening of the application period for its scholarship program. In its fourth year, the scholarship program reflects the Port’s dedication to supporting the growth and development of Oregon’s South Coast regional economy by cultivating the workforce of tomorrow.

Eligible applicants must

Towing

From

Diane Rich was brought in to help Amatisto make her appeal, and she told the council it was violating federal Small Business Administration standards by not hiring North Bend Towing, since it was a woman-owned business. The SBA guidelines encourage government agencies to use businesses owned by women, minorities and veterans, when possible.

“Where does it say get the biggest company and give them all the business,” Rich asked. “You are supposed to break it down for small businesses to compete because we are capitalism. What capitalism does is feed the smallest first. What you are doing is Socialism, not capitalism, and I refuse to allow that to happen in my county.”

be graduating seniors from a high school within the Port District, and special consideration is given to students seeking educational advancement in trades or skills related to the maritime, rail, or trade and logistics industries.

The program also takes into consideration student’s academic achievement, involvement in extracurricular activities, and alignment with

over the application, it seems like every contest they have here is with FAR, and my recommendation is you deny the appeal.”

Before the council considered the issue, more than a dozen people spoke out in public comment, all of them opposed to the city’s decision to hire Mast Brothers. The speakers represented several different tow companies in the region.

Susan Taylor told the council it looked like a decision was made before it even heard the results of the RFQ at its previous meeting.

“It makes me so distrusting of our city government and what it’s doing,” Taylor said. “Just the good old boys club.”

Gayle Farrell told the council it should not be in the business of picking winners and losers.

the Port’s mission to promote sustainable economic development in southwestern Oregon and the State.

“The Port sees great value in investing in our youth and growing our workforce locally,” said John Burns, Port CEO. “It is an essential component to cultivate our community and create opportunities to grow and thrive.

As we look to the future of this community, there is

“Our dispatchers were having difficulty contacting tow companies, looking for them to respond. Particularly about vehicles and motor homes, we were not only getting a delayed response, but we were getting refusals, multiple times.”

Chapanar said companies were refusing to tow for multiple reasons: the inability to tow due to equipment issues and shortage of staff.

In addition, the Legislature passed House Bill 3124 that required cities to hold towed vehicles for 30 days and make them available to owners, and many companies could not meet that requirement.

great value in encouraging our young people to pursue successful careers and return to the area.”

The application period will open February 1 and close April 1. For a link to the application materials, additional information on the Port’s scholarship program and other community giving programming, please visit https://www.portofcoosbay. com/community-giving.

empathetic, but they felt the process the city used was fair.

Councilor Drew Farmer said his career in business has shown him that a company that meets the requirements deserves to get the business.

Benetti had similar thoughts,

“Tina, when you were up here two weeks ago, I asked if you met the RFQ, and you said no,” Benetti said.

As the council was discussing the issue, those in the crowd repeatedly interrupted, disagreeing with statements being made.

“We listened to your comments, now we’re asking the questions,” Benetti said.

Sue taught for 10 years at West Side Elementary School in Greers Ferry. She returned to school and earned her Master’s degree in Special Education from UCA in Conway, Arkansas. She was a member of Holiday Hills UMC in Greers Ferry and Unity of Bandon in Oregon.

She loved children, church, family and music. Her joyous loving spirit will be missed.

Sue is survived by Michael E. Robb; Kristin L. Robb; Steven S. Robb (Sara); and grandchildren, Jason Robb, Laurie Garrard, Ryan Jones and Robyn Cisar; nine great grandchildren; and two greatgreat grandchildren. She is also survived by her chosen sister, Jackie Dunning and her chosen daughter, Genie Emerson.

Rich said the city was violating the Federal Procurement Integrity Act or FAR and could face legal challenges by not including women-owned businesses in the process.

“You have created a monopolistic contract, you have violated the FAR,” Rich said. “What say you.”

City Attorney Nate McClintock responded, saying the city has every right to choose the vendor with all the qualifications.

“I’ve had the opportunity to review the appeal and listen to Ms. Rich’s speech,” McClintock said. “I wouldn’t dare contradict her on federal contract rules because she apparently is expert on that and I am not. The problem is the city of Coos Bay is not governed by the FAR or any other federal contract at this time. The city of Coos Bay has contract rules that are created by the state of Oregon.

“I was here last week, and heard the whole meeting from beginning to end,” she said. “I felt there was certain people who were favored and people who weren’t. There were winners and losers, and you’re picking them unfairly.”

One tow company owner said the city’s move immediately cut 25% of her business, and has made it difficult to just stay in business. Another said all he wants is a fair chance to succeed.

Robert Smith, who drives a tow truck, said his job helps people, and the city’s decision does not.

“I get to get up every day and work. I get to help people,” Smith said. “This is not helping the community, this is not helping people. You’re taking money out of my pocket, all because you want one company to save a couple minutes on dispatch time. Let’s just stay to the list.”

When the city decided to do an RFQ, it reached out to other cities and learned many were using sole companies. The RFQ Coos Bay put together was based on what was needed in the city. After evaluating the proposals returned, the chief recommended Mast Brothers in large part because it could tow and store many vehicles.

“You’re talking small businesses,” Chapanar said. “We’re a small police department as well. We have a small dispatch center. We dispatch for nine agencies, and we receive over 7,000 calls for service a month. We generally have two or three dispatchers. If we’re lucky, we have four on. Our dispatchers are just overworked and there’s an inability for them to pout someone on hold, wait for a tow company to say ‘we can’t take the call’ and start the process over. This would happen multiple times.”

“If you’re not happy with the process, you can leave. This is not a debate.”

Councilor Stephanie Kilmer said she understands the challenges women in business have, and she feels for all small businesses trying to survive.

“I agree we should attempt to help all our businesses in the community,” Kilmer said.

“I do want you to know this is a hard decision but because of the information that was provided to council, that was a decision we made.”

DiNovo had similar thoughts.

“I think it’s different when we’re in the situation where comments are being made that it’s a good old boys club and we’re not being equitable,” DiNovo said.

Leslie “Les” P. Golbek passed away peacefully on December 28, 2022 with his loving wife by his side in Coos Bay, Oregon.

Les’ passion was his solid waste company “garbage” that he built from the ground up.

Les was an avid outdoorsman, with a love of flying above the clouds.

Les was greatly loved by his family and friends and will be dearly missed.

Private burial has been held at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, Coos Bay under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www. coosbayareafunerals.com

“The bottom line is her premise the FAR applies to the city of Coos Bay is nil because we’re not contracting with a federal agency or department, and we’re not using federal funds. Looking

Councilor Lucinda DiNovo asked Chapanar to explain why the city wanted one company, and why Mast Brothers was the only one with the correct qualifications.

“One, it was response time, but mainly it was efficiency in our dispatch centers,” Chapanar said.

Since the city went solely to Mast Brothers, Chapanar said the response time has been around 20 minutes, and there has not been a time where a second company was needed.

While Chapanar was speaking, Rich interrupted several times, forcing Mayor Joe Benetti to ask her to stop. A frustrated Rich eventually got up and walked off.

When the council began discussing the issue, all those present said they were

“Especially when it’s two women, and one on line (Sara Stephens). Where I struggle is we are trying to do what’s best for the city. We’re trying to do it for the response time and all the things that were mentioned a year ago and tonight. For me the decision was made because we have limited funds, and we’re trying to be responsible.

That’s why we went with one company.”

After the discussion, Farmer made a motion to deny the appeal and DiNovo seconded it. The vote passed 5-0 with Councilors Rob Miles and Carmen Matthews absent.

Carolyn Sue Lennon Robb

Leslie “Les” P. Golbek

First responders rescue stranded motorist

On January 16 at 11:53 a.m., the Coos County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch Center received a report

vehicle stuck in flood waters on Fishtrap Road near the intersection of Fat Elk Road, just east of the city of Coquille. The caller advised dispatch the driver was stranded in the

Coos County Sheriff’s Marine Deputy Brian Kent responded to the location along with members from the Coquille Fire Department and Myrtle Point Fire Department. Upon arriving on scene, first responded

located a silver Ford compact car which had driven deep into the floodwaters on Fishtrap Road. The vehicle had stalled on the flooded road near fast moving water, which was rushing towards the Coquille River making it hazardous for the driver to get to safety.

First responders were successful in removing the driver from the vehicle and getting the individual to dry ground. The driver was examined by medical staff on scene and ultimately released without injury.

Mast Brothers Towing responded to the location

and recovered the vehicle from the flood waters without further incident.

The sheriff’s office would like to thank all first responders who assisted in the rescue: Coquille Fire Department, Myrtle Point Fire Department and Mast Brothers Towing.

The sheriff’s office

would like to remind travelers during the rainy season to avoid roads which are flooded as you may miscalculate the depth of the water. There may also be substantial damage to the roadway obscured by flood waters. Please find an alternate route when flood waters are present.

Abandoned vehicles towed from South Spring Road

In early January, several reports were made to the Coos County Sheriff’s Office and Coos County Road Department of vehicles being left abandoned or parked in the roadway on South Spring Road in Barview.

Deputies responded to the area and observed over six vehicles abandoned or parked in the roadway, restricting traffic flow to one way and making it difficult if not impossible for fire personnel and ambulance crews to respond to the area if needed in an emergency situation.

Deputy Robert Baker took time to speak with residents in the area and informed them why the roadway needed to be clear of hazards. Deputy Baker also tagged several vehicles for tow while in the area. As per Sheriff’s Office Policy, the vehicle owners were given several days to come retrieve and move their vehicle to an acceptable location.

On January 18, several members of the sheriff’s office, along with Mast Brothers Towing responded back to South Spring Road in Barview to remove any vehicles which had been previously tagged for tow and had not been moved out of the roadway. As a result, four vehicles were removed by Mast Brothers Towing, thus restoring two way vehicular traffic and emergency vehicle access. Two more vehicles are due to be towed from South Spring Road in the coming days.

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First responders lead the driver of a Ford compact car to safety after the car got stuck in floodwaters, leaving the driver stranded.

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The Coos County Sheriff’s Office had four vehicles towed off of South Spring Road last week after the vehicles were found to be blocking the roadway.

Trauma Informed Yoga

4:30 – 5:45 pm, every Tuesday in January

North Bend Public Library

The North Bend Public Library will be holding a Trauma-informed Yoga series instructed by Iowa during the month of January. These free classes will be held every Tuesday from 4:30-5:45. Trauma-informed yoga is a slow-paced, inclusive yoga practice. Influenced by Forest and Kundalini yoga, Iowa’s classes emphasize breathwork to ease tension. The intention of the practice is to create a safe and supportive space where participants can reconnect with themselves, feel safe in their bodies, and learn strategies to reduce anxiety. The practice emphasizes safety, empowerment, and learning resiliency and self-regulation. Iowa trained at Oregon School Yoga Institute, is a certified yoga instructor, and is certified in traumainformed yoga.

This program will be both live and virtual. To attend virtually, please register at https://tinyurl.com/yxfcc6wy. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle with them.

For more information about this event, contact the library at (541) 756-0400 or email nbservices@northbendlibrary.org.

Children’s Storytime Yoga 3:30 pm, every Friday in January

North Bend Public Library Yoga storytime for ages 4 through 8 in the Library Meeting Room. A waiver must be filled out by a caregiver for the child participation.

The Marriage Sense and Soul Class 10-11:30 am, every Saturday through March 25th

Unity by the Bay

A new 10-week class is being offered at Unity by the Bay in North Bend, beginning January 21st, based on the book The Marriage of Sense and Soul by Ken Wilber. There is arguably no more critical and pressing topic than the relation of science and religion in the modern world. Science has given us the methods for discovering truth, while religion remains the single greatest force for generating meaning. Yet the two are seen as mutually exclusive, with wrenching consequences for humanity.

In The Marriage of Sense and Soul, one of today’s most important philosophers brilliantly articulates how we might begin to think about science and religion in ways that allow for their reconciliation and union, on terms that will be acceptable to both camps.

Ken Wilber is widely acclaimed as the foremost thinker in integrating Western psychology and the Eastern spiritual traditions. His many books have reached

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across disciplines and synthesized the teachings of religion, psychology, physics, mysticism, sociology, and anthropology, earning him a devoted international following. The Marriage of Sense and Soul is his most accessible work yet, aimed at guiding a general audience to the mutual accord between the spiritual, subjective world of ancient wisdom and the objective, empirical world of modern knowledge. In pointing the way to a union between truth and meaning, Ken Wilber has created an elegant and accessible book that is breathtaking in its scope.

This class will be held on Saturday mornings beginning January 21 and runs through March 25, 10 am until 11:30am. Cost will be on a love-offering basis; all are welcome. Unity by the Bay is located at 2100 Union Street in North Bend. For more information, call 541-751-1633.

Your Pet’s Signs of Stress 3 pm, January 25th North Bend Public Library

North Bend Public Library presents “Your Pet’s Signs of Stress” Wednesday, January 25th at 3 pm. Dr. Karen Fowler, DVM will help keep your pets healthy and happy by teaching how to interpret often overlooked signs of stress and disease in pets.

Community Cooking with the Co-op 5:30 pm, January 26th Via Zoom

Coos Bay Public Library, in partnership with Coos Head Food Co-op, will co-host COMMUNITY COOKING WITH THE CO-OP every fourth Thursday at 5:30pm on Zoom (virtual meeting software). Next event: Thursday, January 26

Coos Bay Library has teamed up with Coos Head Food Co-op to provide safe, easy, and healthy recipes to create at home. Join us virtually for this fun community event! This time, Sam Baugh, Community Engagement Manager at Advanced Health, and his daughter Alex, will be featuring a Hungarian Mushroom Soup Potato Bowl. This event is FREE and open to everyone. For ingredients and access, please register by going to https://bit.ly/3powyqG

Free Dance Lessons 7-8:30 pm, January 26th Front Street Provisioners, 737 N Front St., Coos Bay

Free Dance Lessons! For those with two left feet and a dancing soul, get ready for The Clambake Music Festival, March 9-12, 2023 with our Beginner Swing Dance Lessons. Come to any or all of our classes.

For any information about The Clambake Music Festival please contact us at 541267-7665 or check out or website at www. clambakemusic.com.

Free Dance Lessons 2:30-4 pm, January 28th

North Bayside Grange, 67577 E Bay Rd, N. Bend

Free Dance Lessons! For those with two left feet and a dancing soul, get ready for The Clambake Music Festival, March 9-12, 2023 with our Beginner Swing Dance Lessons. Come to any or all of our classes.

For any information about The Clambake Music Festival please contact us at 541267-7665 or check out or website at www. clambakemusic.com.

North Bayside Grange 67577 E Bay Rd, N. Bend

Free Dance Lessons! For those with two left feet and a dancing soul, get ready for The Clambake Music Festival, March 9-12, 2023 with our Beginner Swing Dance Lessons. Come to any or all of our classes.

For any information about The Clambake Music Festival please contact us at 541267-7665 or check out or website at www. clambakemusic.com.

Free Dance Lessons 2:30-4 pm, January 29th North Bayside Grange, 67577 E Bay Rd, N. Bend

Free Dance Lessons! For those with two left feet and a dancing soul, get ready for The Clambake Music Festival, March 9-12, 2023 with our Beginner Swing Dance Lessons. Come to any or all of our classes.

For any information about The Clambake Music Festival please contact us at 541267-7665 or check out or website at www. clambakemusic.com.

Spanglish: Spanish Conversational Program 12-1 pm, February 1st Via Zoom

Coos Bay Public Library will be offering ¡SPANGLISH!: Spanish Conversational Program via Zoom (virtual meeting software) and in-person. We meet twice a month: every first Wednesday on Zoom and every third Saturday at the library. February sessions will be on Wednesday, February 1 from 12:00pm1:00pm (Zoom) and Saturday, February 18 from 10:30am-11:30am (Library).

Program is for those who wish to practice their Spanish conversational skills and help other learners in a friendly setting. Attendees will have the opportunity to converse in Spanish as a group for one hour in a casual, informal environment. This is NOT a class, but we will provide ideas for conversational topics. Beginners are welcome. Let’s talk! This program is FREE and open to anyone who wishes to sharpen their Spanish conversational skills. Register for Wednesday Zoom sessions @ https://bit.ly/3bihvqB

Bicycle Power: Past, Present and Future 6 pm, February 1st North Bend Public Library

Bend High School Honor Roll

*Xander A. Nix Timothy J. O’Neal Eden E. Orthmann Acacia A. Pate *Emilio L. Reyna *Paisley M. Rios Danni N. Roby Molly B. Sario Emerson H. Scheirman *Chloe L. Smith Zachariah R. Smith

*Sabrina F. Stroud

*Landon T. Takenaka-Gaul

*Hannah A. Thomas

*Taylor J. Thompson

*William T. Vierra

Brooklyn E. Walling

*Talon D. Wenbourne Luke A. Wheeling

Elisabeth A. Woodruff

Amalyn R. Yoder 11th

*Liam N. Alvey *Ethan F. Amato *Alicia Bartell

Ryan C. Black

Timothy J. Booras

Connor R. Brix

Wyatt C. Burks

*Brynn A. Buskerud-Olson

Haley J. Buskerud-Olson

*Katana A. Chavez

*Finley J. Cheal

Fernando I. Concha

*Caleb C. Crabtree

*Alyssa A. Crook

Roxanna R. Day

Andrew C. Efraimson

Peyton C. Forester

*Amyaika C. Funk

*Adara R. Goslin

Emily N. Hampton

*Cameron B. Hargrove

Jenna C. Hill

*Sophia G. Hutcherson Katherine M. Jackson

Jessica W. Jiang

Molly R. Jochum

Farrah M. Johnston

*Payden E. Johnston

Hailey R. Jones Lindsey F. Jones

*Alison D. Kirby

Carter L. Knutson

*Jonathon E. McNeill

Joseph P. Meekins

Eli L. Meservey

*Scott A. Mickelson JR

*Alexis R. Moe

Rene Moon

Caylee L. Naftzger

Aidan Z. Nelson

Maddie M. Orchard

Abi A. Ortiz-Maciel

Beau W. Parrott

*Maryam H. Qadir

Heidi Quiroz Garcia

*Wendy Quiroz-Garcia

Mia N. Reynon

*Ayla R. Riddle

*Jalen W. Riddle

*Leland J. Rodriguez

*Gavin A. Schmidt

*Tiago M. Schrader

Michael J. Sermeno

Madison R. Simms

*Orion A. Sinko

Wyatt G. Smith

*Trenton P. Snoddy

*Emma G. Spalding

Eric Clough from Front Street Community Bike Works will be giving a talk on Wednesday, February 1 at 6:00 PM entitled “Bicycle Power: Past, Present, and Future.” Eric will highlight the evolution of the bicycle from a simple two-wheeled structure into the future of urban transportation. He will also discuss the cultural impact of community bike shops and the mainstream community movement to support the use of bicycles as a means of primary transportation.

Front Street Community Bike Works states that their mission “is to be part of a change in the world that uses the bicycle to bring sustainability and justice to our local community and the world.” Bike Works’ focus is to bring practical and affordable transportation to the community through salvaging and refurbishing of bicycles for re-use. Their work includes “filling the community need for a safe, accessible, and inclusive environment for riding bikes, working on bikes, community engagement and advocacy of safe and sustainable transportation.”

For more information about this event, contact the library at (541) 756-0400 or email nbservices@northbendlibrary.org.

Woodland Management Planning Webinar Series 3-4:30 pm, February 2nd Woodland Management Planning Webinar Series. This three session webinar series is ideal for anyone interested in starting a woodland management plan. Learn how to assess your site, integrate existing maps and resource data, collect field information, schedule management activities and how to get help. Thursdays, February 2, 9, & 16, 2023. 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm. Register online at https://beav.es/5dx

Questions? Contact Norma Kline at norma. kline@oregonstate.edu or 541-572-5263 ext. 25294.

This is a free series brought to you by the Oregon State University Extension Service.

Free Dance Lessons 6-7:30 pm, February 2nd Downtown Health & Fitness, 440 Central Avenue, Coos Bay

Free Dance Lessons! For those with two left feet and a dancing soul, get ready for The Clambake Music Festival, March 9-12, 2023 with our Beginner Swing Dance Lessons. Come to any or all of our classes.

For any information about The Clambake Music Festival please contact us at 541267-7665 or check out or website at www. clambakemusic.com.

Marshfield High School Charity Program Pageant 3 pm, February 5th Marshfield High School Auditorium Marshfield High School Charity Program Pageant Class of 2023, February 5, 2023 at 3 pm in the Auditorium. Tickets $5 each.

*Grace I. Stephens

*Kamdyn A. Thornburg

*Raven L. Tinkler

*Eleanor B. Tonn

*Orion S. Truong

Lydia M. Trupp

Austin D. Vetter

*Garrett D. Vetter

*Philip D. Wales Madison M. West

*Jacob M. Williams

Brody K. Wilson

*Abigail M. Woodruff

12th Grade

*4.0

*Angel J. Albertson Gillian O. Baxter

*Sierra J. Bell

Darby J. Bennett

Alyssa R. Bernhardt

Beauregard Bice

*Dominic M. Bucy

Jack T. Burgmeier

*Kaydence L. Champlin

Damien C. Chance

*Kamryn N. Craig

Kyla M. Daniels

Kate A. Danielson

*Brooke I. Day

Jonah M. Fargo

*Nace W. Fluke

Payten A. Henderson Evan X. Hernandez Morgan E. Hoefs Katherine M. Holmes Julianna N. Jones *Brody W. Justice *John P. Keizer *Jason Lin *Joel M. Londagin *Jia H. Ma *Alondra Martinez Jaid L. McNutt *Jasmine R. Meagher