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Man dies in officer-involved shooting Long standoff ends in shooting in Reedsport on Tuesday night DAVID RUPKALVIS The World

REEDSPORT — One person was killed during an officer-involved shooting after a five-hour standoff Tuesday.

The incident began at 5:43 p.m., when Douglas County Sheriff’s deputies conducted a traffic stop at

Highway 101 and Winchester Avenue in Reedsport. During the traffic stop, one person in the vehicle was detained, but the second person in the vehicle became hostile and threatened deputies.

Deputies called in backup and dozens of law enforcement personnel from multiple agencies responded to the scene near Safeway.

To protect the community, Highway 101 was closed in both directions as deputies negotiated with the suspect.

Five hours after the incident began, witnesses reported hearing

one or two gunshots followed by a volley of shots.

The sheriff’s office confirmed the shooting, saying the suspect was killed.

After the shooting, the Douglas County Major Crimes Team was called in to handle the investigation.

The identity of the suspect had not been released by Wednesday afternoon, but the Springfield Police Department announced Wednesday the suspect in homicide which took place earlier this month was located in Reedsport at the same time.

Police determined someone

killed Richard Marshall after he was found dead at the FOOD for Lane County Youth Farm in Springfield March 1. He’d lived in an RV on the property and volunteered for the Youth Farm as its caretaker since 2011, the Register-Guard reported.

The investigation of the homicide suspect took Springfield detectives through several coastal towns, according to the department, and the incident Tuesday night involved the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, Oregon State Police, Reedsport Police and Coos Bay Police.

Highway 101 was reopened shortly after 11 p.m. Tuesday.

On Wednesday, Reedsport Police Chief Matt Smart thanked residents for their patience during the hourslong closure.

“Although I am not able (to) share details of the event, I am sorry for any inconvenience caused by it,” Smart wrote in a press release.

“The incident is being handled by the Douglas County Major Crimes teams which is a cooperative, multi-jurisdictional team and an updated press release will be posted once we receive it.”

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Schools roll out testing program JILLIAN WARD For The World

“The rural counties are just devastated, relying on money from the federal government based on logging on federal lands,” Wyden said. “All of a sudden, those counties don’t have the money, and they cut library services and roads. I got in the Senate, and I said, ‘I’m going to do something about that.’”

COOS COUNTY ─ School districts can now conduct rapid COVID tests in the classroom.

Tenneal Wetherell, superintendent for the South Coast Education Service District, said these tests are part of the COVID-19 Testing Program that has come out of the Oregon Health Authority.

“It is directly linked to the Ready School Safe Learners document for reopening schools,” she said.

The new rules that began Jan. 19 explain that if a school district allows in-person learning when local COVID-19 numbers are high, that district is required to have a COVID-19 testing program.

Wetherell said the Oregon Health Authority developed a testing guideline for schools, which has specific testing structures and requirements. “…If a student or staff member is on site and has developed COVID symptoms … the school would offer a COVID antigen test onsite,” Wetherell said.

If a student meets the requirements for one of these tests, permission from the family is needed before a test can be done. For either student or staff member who developed COVID symptoms, they will still be required to go home and quarantine.

“The goal is to determine those symptomatic individuals more quickly if they are COVID positive and then decrease the likelihood of spread in the school…,” she said. “It won’t reduce the quarantine timeline but will help streamline a COVID positive individual’s need to see their doctor….”

Wetherell thinks it is an interesting idea to utilize as a school program and if done well can help students, families and staff members identify if they are COVID positive right away.

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Coos Bay firefighters participate in the parade during the 2019 annual July Jubilee in downtown North Bend.

North Bend may delay annual celebration ZACK DEMARS The World

North Bend’s July Jubilee may make a return this year — but it might come after July.

At a work session Monday, city councilors discussed how to treat the annual event, which was largely canned in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

While vaccinations are accelerating across the state, Coos County case rates remain high, and councilors and city staff agreed that it’d be

too risky to plan for the traditional festivities on the third weekend in July.

“It just doesn’t seem responsible to try to turn around and pull that off,” City Administrator David Milliron told councilors.

Councilors generally agreed the city should try to hold the event, but potentially later in the summer.

“The history of the July Jubilee is to celebrate North Bend and its birthday. We could have a North Bend Jubilee — it definitely doesn’t necessarily have to be in July,” said

Mayor Jessica Engelke. “And if the public health recommendations are to push things out a little bit further instead of cancelling something, I definitely would consider having a postponement of the festivities and have a jubilee of some sort in late summer or early fall.”

Councilor Eric Gleason, whose day job as the assistant director of Coos Health & Wellness often makes him the council’s resident pandemic expert, said gatherings might be safe to host later in the summer, if vaccinations move

quickly enough and remain effective.

“I would absolutely say, if we could push it to late August or early September, we would be in a place where we could actually be together in some capacity,” Gleason said. “Maybe we still have to wear masks, maybe we still have to do some sort of preventative measures, because I think that’s going to be something that doesn’t go away.”

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Wyden pushes relief for rural counties in bill DAVID RUPKALVIS The World

While the COVID-19 relief bill approved by Congress focuses primarily on health measures, Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden is especially pleased with a different element.

As part of the bill, Wyden noted a proposal he worked on that will provide federal funding to counties

that have federal land. Wyden said 62 percent of counties in the nation have federal lands that cannot be taxed, but those counties are still required to provide services on the land. In Oregon, where more than half the state is federal land, the problem is even bigger.

With reductions in funding in the Secure Rural Schools Act, which provided funding based on logging

on federal lands, and PILT funds, the infusion of cash is much-needed, Wyden said.

He explained with the Secure Rural Schools Act, which he helped push years ago, many Oregon counties received federal cash based on how much logging was occurring.

With new environment regulations, logging slowed as did the federal payments.

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Wyden, colleagues aim to make daylight savings time permanent Oregon’s U.S. Senator Ron Wyden recently reintroduced legislation that would make Daylight Saving Time permanent across the country.

“The Sunshine Protection Act takes a common-sense step to provide some much-needed stability for families in Oregon and across the nation,” Wyden said.

“Springing forward and fall-

ing back year after year only creates unnecessary confusion while harming Americans’ health and our economy. Making Daylight Saving permanent would give folks an hour back of sunshine during the winter months when we need it most.”

The bipartisan legislation, if enacted, would apply to states that currently partici-

pate in DST, which Oregon and most states observe for eight months out of the year. Standard Time, from November to March, is only observed for four months out of the year. The bill would simply negate the need for Americans to change their clocks twice a year and could have benefits for nation’s health and economy.

Daylight saving time starts at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 14, when people need to set their clocks ahead an hour.

Potential national effects of making Daylight Saving Time permanent: • Reduces car crashes and car accidents involving pedestrians: better aligning daylight hours to drivers’ standard work hours’ increases visibility,

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commissioners said they expected to lose $1 million in PILT funds in the upcoming fiscal year.

Wyden said exactly when the money will become available is not yet decided, but he is confident it will help Oregon counties.

“The money is to be targeted at communities in need, so Coos Bay and the South Coast certainly qualify,” he said. “This approach is substantially right and a good approach politically, because rather than be targeted for logging communities, it targets communities in need.”

The proposal has the support of the Oregon Association of Counties as well as the National Association of Counties. Coos County Commissioner Melissa Cribbins, who serves as the president

of the Association of Oregon Counties, said the money will be a big benefit.

"We are grateful to Senator Wyden for adding stable and predictable revenue for counties with public lands," she said. "Rural counties depend on natural resource sectors and recreational economies that benefit both the federal government and our local communities."

Douglas County Commissioner Tim Freeman, the president of the Association of O&C Counties, agreed.

"The sharp reduction in timber harvests from federal lands has significantly decreased the amount of receipt sharing payments at a time when county services are needed more than ever," said Freeman. "This two-year package will allow O&C county commissioners to

focus on public health, public safety and other vital county services. The Association of O&C Counties thanks Senator Wyden for his work on this funding package."

While some may question adding the county funding to the COVID relief bill, Wyden said it was the exact right move.

“I do think it was the right thing to do,” he said. “Rural communities were hurting even before COVID. The fact is COVID hit them even harder.”

Wyden said rural communities, especially those in Oregon, deserve the funding because they care for the federal lands.

“Rural communities also help support federal lands,” he said. “That’s the purpose of this legislation. This has the potential to be a very applicable idea for the future. This is

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It took a while, but Wyden worked with senators from both parties to come up with the plan that will soon be law. He said when Joe Biden was elected, he saw an opportunity to help out rural communities, especially those in Oregon.

“Even with the money, rural Oregon has just been clobbered,” Wyden said.

“What I said was with Biden coming in, I wanted to do something new. My objective was, I have to get the rural communities off this roller coaster. For the next two years, there will be funds on top of PILT and Secure Rural Schools.”

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“There is concern around the time of completing the test and potential difficulty of providing the test on site,” she said. “The training program and test kits are pretty easy though.”

The test is self-administered with a swab in the nose.

That swab is then placed in liquid to determine a positive or negative COVID result. “…So, it doesn’t require a medical professional to give the test,” she said. “…If they are COVID positive, (the school) will reach out to the local public health authority… This is not for us to be medical professionals but to utilize our systems and structures to support the endeavor to reduce the spread of the disease.”

Wetherell said all districts operating outside the metrics were required to have the program in place by March 1.

In the North Bend School District, Superintendent Kevin Bogatin said the test kits were implemented when sports began.

“If we were to start sports while (the county) was in

the extreme, we needed (the testing program) in place,” Bogatin said. “It is in place and we have a testing center protocol for it, which is to sanitize your hands, escort students to the center and they end up doing (the test) themselves. We can assist but for the most part they do it.”

He said that the test only takes 15 minutes.

In the Coos Bay School District, Superintendent Bryan Trendell said the tests were also started when outdoor contact sports began.

“If we bring the high school back before our community drops below the 200 mark, we would have to have (the testing program) at the high school,” Trendell said.

“We have the program ready and staff ready to roll it out, but haven’t yet because we don’t have to other than with our contact football.”

In the Bandon School District, Superintendent Doug Ardiana said the testing program was rolled out at the end of February in all of the schools.

“Anytime that you’re operating outside the metrics, you’re required to have onsite testing,” he said, explaining that the Bandon School District is operating

full in-person learning while local metrics are high.

When asked how the in-person learning was going, he said “very well.”

“We’re very excited to have kids on campus and are not seeing any (COVID spread) at our schools,” Ardiana said. “I am very, very proud of my staff and students for their fidelity in following the protocols, which has allowed us to not have to quarantine any cohorts or anyone at this point.”

Since rolling out the COVID testing program, Ardiana said one student was referred for testing but parents did not want them tested there. The student still needed to go home and quarantine for 14 days because they were symptomatic.

“I fear the requirement to report (COVID cases) may have some hesitation in taking the test,” Ardiana said.

Superintendent Tim Sweeney at the Coquille School District said he has seen most parents not wanting their students to be tested as well.

“We only have 120 permission slips returned districtwide and that’s out of 1,385 kids,” Sweeney said.

“The majority of parents don’t want us to use (the

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tests) for their child… I anticipated that would be the case.”

Since bringing the testing program to the district, Sweeney said only one staff member has needed to be tested and it came back positive for COVID. “I am lukewarm about these tests,” he said. “I think parents don’t fully understand what’s involved and I will say we’re not medical providers – we’re teachers.

Parent’s don’t want us in the role of medical providers, and I don’t blame them. It’s not a role I’m enthusiastic about either.”

Sweeney added if a student becomes symptomatic and needs to be tested, but a permission slip was not signed by their parents, the district will explain that the test is free. “…We can say ‘you can take (your child) to the clinic and pay for it, or we can do it for free,’” he said.

However, Sweeney believes that the tests will only be available at school districts for the remainder of the school year.

“Hopefully next year we won’t have to deal with this at all,” he said.

according to the American Journal of Public Health and the Journal of Safety Research.

Also reduces the number of vehicle collisions with wildlife by 8 – 11 percent by shifting normal traffic patterns to an hour off from nocturnal wildlife’s behavior.

• Reduces risk for cardiac issues, stroke and seasonal depression.

• Reduces the number of robberies by 27 percent, according to a 2015 Brookings Institution study because of additional daylight in the evenings.

• Benefits the economy, according to a study by JP Morgan Chase, which found that there is a drop in economic activity of 2.2 percent – 4.9 percent when clocks move back.

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• Reduces childhood obesity and increases physical fitness, according to studies published by the International Journal Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity and the Journal of Physical Activity and Health, children see an increase in physical activity during DST. • Benefits the agricultural economy, which is disproportionately disrupted by biannual changes in time by upsetting the synergy between farmers’ schedules and their supply chain partners.

• Reduces energy usage, a 2008 study by the U.S. Department of Energy found that during the four weeks the U.S. extended daylight savings from the 2005 law, there were savings of about 0.5 percent in electricity per day.

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the extreme-risk category of virus restrictions for at least two more weeks, with indoor operations at bars and restaurants and indoor entertainment establishments still shuttered by state regulations.

“I think it’s just a perfect storm,” Cribbins said.

Cribbins contributed the current peak in case rates in part to the fact that the county saw the virus arrive much later than other areas across the state did (Coos County’s first case came on April 25, 2020, while the state’s first case was Feb. 28), meaning the county’s peak community spread is coming later now, too.

What’s more, a year of virus restrictions has been tiring.

“People are tired of wearing masks, and staying away from people, and they’re not being as cautious as they should be,” Cribbins said.

Dr. Eric Gleason, assistant director at Coos Health & Wellness, agreed, saying everyone across the county is facing pandemic fatigue. But

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Coos County has highest COVID case rate in Oregon

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Coos County ranked number one in the wrong way this week: It reported the highest per-person virus case count and test positivity rate of any county in the state.

The figures mean Coos County remains, with Douglas County, one of just two counties still in the state’s most restrictive category.

“It’s, of course, disappointing,” said County Commissioner Melissa Cribbins.

According to the Oregon Health Authority, Coos County reported 377 cases of the virus per 100,000 in population, as well as a 10% positivity rate, for the period between Feb. 21 and March 6.

The case rate means Coos County will remain in

he said the county’s case rate is also staying high because of one key issue.

“Listening, mostly” Gleason said. “I think it really comes down to buy in.

I think it really, when rubber meets the road, it’s, ‘How willing are we going to be to do the things we need to do?’”

Gleason and Cribbins both said a minority share of the population choosing not to get tested when sick or declining to share accurate information with contact tracers hinders the county’s ability to slow the spread.

“I think people in Oregon, especially in rural Oregon, don’t want to be told what to do,” Cribbins said, noting that the independent spirit can be a good thing for the county in many instances. “Unfortunately, in this case, it’s impacting other people.”

That impact is the increased virus spread, and the county’s continued extreme-risk status. And while county leaders have asked

the state to reduce restrictions, Cribbins said that’s a tough sell when data suggest removing restrictions could increase case counts.

“Unfortunately one of the largest cases was distinctly related to a bar,” Cribbins said, referring to a karaoke party earlier this year which caused at least 30 virus cases.

“It’s really hard to make those arguments when our numbers aren’t backing us up.”

The latest virus numbers also give school districts pause: They place the county in the “red tier” of the state’s school reopening advice, meaning districts should consider keeping students in online learning models while transmission rates remain high.

The Coos Bay School District, which had initially planned to bring high school students back to campus March 15, may have to change that plan, in light of the current case rates and an order from the governor to return students to classrooms

by April 19.

“I will be discussing with our Board an appropriate target date based on the Governor's order and the impact of case numbers in our schools,” Superintendent Bryan Trendell wrote in an update Tuesday. “Currently, we have one elementary morning cohort classroom that is in quarantine because of a community case impacting our schools.”

The state will publish new virus data March 16, and new restriction levels will be announced March 23 to take effect the following Friday.

To see a reduction in restrictions, the county will need to have a two-week case rate below 200 per 100,000, and a test positivity below 10%.

Still, there is some “light at the end of the tunnel” in the form of vaccines.

This week, Coos County received 1,700 first doses of the vaccine, and 500 designated as booster doses, according to Gleason.

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from people that have been able to take part in these vaccine events — it’s uplifting,” Gleason said. “It’s a little bit of a spirit boost when you get to see how excited people are to get that vaccine.”

And the county’s dose allocation has been increasing over time — the shipment two weeks ago was 400 doses larger than the previous, as the state shifted additional doses to counties falling behind others on their vaccinations.

“Frankly that’s just a drop in the bucket,” Cribbins said, adding that county officials are pushing OHA to increase the county’s vaccine allocation.

According to OHA, the county’s vaccinations-per-person ranks 26th out of Oregon’s 36 counties.

Gleason attributes that ranking in the bottom third to the number of doses health officials in the county have been receiving.

“I think our community has done a wonderful job getting the vaccines out that we’ve received,” Gleason said. “ Currently, those over 65 are eligible for the vaccine, as well as educators and health care workers. Registration for the CHW vaccine waitlist is still available online at cooshealthandwellness.org/.

The next groups eligible for the vaccine will include those with certain health conditions and front-line occupations.

Additionally, Walmart’s corporate office announced Wednesday all of its Oregon locations would begin administering vaccines, including the Coos Bay store. Those doses are coming directly through the federal government’s pharmacy program, according to the company.

“Ninety percent of the country lives within ten miles of a Walmart. We’re committed to helping people live better – and healthier lives – in Oregon, and we take that role very seriously,” said Dr. Cheryl Pegus, a company executive, in a press release.

“We want to help the country re-open, but we can only achieve that through widespread COVID-19 vaccination.”

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Councilors agreed moving the date of the event could give the city a chance to reimagine the city’s annual celebration.

“We don’t want to throw all traditions out, that’s not our goal here,” Milliron said.

“Our goal is to try to find a COVID-compliant way to sort of reinvent the jubilee, and probably drop the four letters ‘July’ and sort of do it in a safe manner.”

The city is hoping to get resident input on what they’d like to see for the celebration.

“Honestly I think that we need some citizen input to revitalize the Jubilee, I think it’s become stagnant to a certain extent,” said Councilor Larry Garboden.

Councilors didn’t make any final decisions at Monday’s work session, but directed city staff to research potential dates to hold the event and begin the planning process.

“So therefore it’s not necessarily canceled, it could just be the ‘jubilee postponed,’” Engelke said.

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Heavy fines leads to unjust justice system Over the last few years, there over $4,000. has been a lot of talk about how the I get it in some ways. States like U.S. justice system is unfair to poor California and Oregon need those people, often people of color. fines to help pay their massive govThere are many rightfully comernment bills. But in my opinion, plaining that those with little money fining minor lawbreakers is not the cannot afford decent legal represenway to do it. tation, which often leads to them As someone who has paid close facing stiff sentences for relatively attention to the judicial system for minor crimes. years, large fines start a In Oregon, Califorslippery slope that often nia, Washington and leads to chaos. many other states, Many of the people voters took some of facing the huge fines that away be legalizing sign plea agreements marijuana, and in Oreagerly because it leads egon, decriminalizing to little or no immedialmost all drugs. ate jail time. But, too I have always said often, when big fines are there are way too attached, it just delays many people serving the inevitable. lengthy prison senIn today’s world, tences for drug crimes when rent and other exthat hurt no one but penses are sky high, few David Rupkalvis themselves. people have thousands Executive Editor Over the last of dollars to pay court few years, much of fees. So, they agree to the conversation has been led by payment plans to remain free. That left-leaning experts who argue that sounds great until your car breaks too many young men and women down and you miss a payment or are growing up in prison for relayour child gets sick and you can’t tively minor crimes. I have heard a work and you miss another. lot of discussion, but not a lot of anYou do that, and all of a sudden swers as to how to fix the problem. that probation you agreed to means Although I consider myself fairly there’s a warrant our for your arrest. conservative, I have agreed with And to stay out of jail, you are likemany of the ideas regarding our jus- ly to agree to an extended probation tice system. Too many people suffer and a larger fine. life-impacting sentences for crimes The process repeats over and over that, while illegal, hurt no one but and over. And the people who suffer themselves. I have long felt governthe most – the poor, minorities, ment should not be in the businesses people of color. People with money of forcing individuals to make wise don’t find themselves in this situadecisions. While I choose not to tion. That’s simply a fact. drink or do drugs, that is my choice.

In Texas, known for its conserPenalizing others who live different- vative leadership, fines are known ly is not something I want to do. to be small. I’ve seen people plead I only brought up the political out on Class A misdemeanors, just leanings of many involved in the a step below a felony, and get a discussion because I now cover two $60 fine and a year probation. That left-leaning states – Oregon and might not be enough of a deterrent.

California. And one thing I have But getting slapped with a $4,000 noticed over the last few months is fine with a year to pay it off is more how these two states punish lawthan many can do. Think about it, breakers in a way I’m not used to. when you were 22 could you have They hit the pocketbook and often paid $300-plus a month for court hit it hard. fees? Many can’t, and they get stuck Last week, while typing in the in a cycle of punishment that never criminal convictions report for seems to end.

Crescent City, Calif., I noticed the This element in the judicial financial penalties often are greater system is one that unfairly targets than anything else. For a DUI, a per- the poor and minorities. In states son often gets a couple days in jail, that talk constantly about equity a year probation and fines close to and fairness, maybe it’s time to or more than $2,000. In some cases, look at the judicial system and these they added another traffic penalty massive fines that lock down people with the DUI and pushed the fines for years.

Letters to the Editor Change the rhetoric If the conservative movement in the United States insists on referring to the liberals as “radical left socialists,” then perhaps it makes sense for the liberals to constantly refer to conservatives as “radical right fascists.” One makes as much sense as the other. Both are rhetorical hyperbole. Both are geared to capture the imagination of people too busy, too ill-informed or just plain old disinterested to think past the sound bite.

Conservative rhetoric is often prefaced with the phrase “radical left socialism,” equating it to the Marxist/Maoist revolutions of the 20th Century. The liberal rhetoric, on the other hand, tends to be more ethereal failing to catch the imagination of the masses.

The conservatives give the people

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leaning programs but little of the danger of the conservatives’ desire to eliminate them.

In truth both are wrong, but that is the nature of rhetoric. Today, conservative rhetoric is stronger.

Liberals need to up their rhetorical game. Liberals should focus more on decrying the ills of “radical right fascism.” Looking up the definitions of rhetoric, fascism and socialism in any good dictionary is a useful exercise.

I take no position, right or left.

But I am acutely aware of history’s lessons, though, and they teach in civilization after civilization, from antiquity to modern times, as the rich get richer and the poor get poorer, revolution becomes ever more nigh.

Jon Barton Coos Bay

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By Dr. Michelle McMurry-Heath Many Americans have questions about COVID-19 vaccines – and rightfully so. There’s lots of information out there, and researchers are learning new details about the virus daily.

But the science is very clear: Getting communities vaccinated is a crucial step to returning to "normal" life.

Here are some answers to frequently asked questions about COVID -19 vaccines: Should I get the vaccine with pre-existing conditions?

People with certain pre-existing conditions, including cancer, diabetes, obesity and heart disease, are more likely to experience severe complications from contracting COVID-19. For this reason, they’re strongly encouraged to get vaccinated.

In clinical trials, the COVID-19 vaccines showed similar safety and effectiveness in folks with some underlying medical conditions as in patients without pre-existing conditions. Talk to your doctor in more detail about your specific concerns before getting vaccinated.

Are there side-effects to the vaccine?

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something to hate or fear, capturing their attention exciting their survival instincts. Liberals give people something to dream about.

Dreaming is pleasant and feels good, but fear grips the human psyche. It is instinctual, unavoidable. Liberals take note: fear gets attention; platitudes do not.

Conservatives are united in their messaging. They all beat the same drum. Liberals, form factions of disparate ideologues, each promoting its own ideology with few practical solutions.

Conservative rhetoric fails to acknowledge that institutions like public education, unemployment insurance, Social Security and such are examples of socialism. When asked if those socialist benefits should be eliminated, the answer is a resounding no. Liberal rhetoric promises to expand such left

fects to the COVID-19 vaccine.

Side-effects vary depending on the individual and the vaccine. Many people may have mild side effects, including pain or redness at the site of the injection, fatigue, headache, muscle ache, fever and chills. Most let up within a day.

Although rare, some people have reported allergic reactions to the vaccines. An extraordinarily tiny fraction of vaccine recipients have experienced anaphylaxis - a severe allergic reaction that can impair people's breathing.

However, you're about six times more likely to be struck by lightning than you are to experience anaphylaxis from a COVID-19 vaccine.

Speak with your doctor or visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website for more details.

Where do I get vaccinated?

The federal government is delivering vaccine shipments in bulk to states, which are then responsible for distributing the doses to different vaccination sites, such as pharmacies and clinics. Therefore, the vaccine is available in different places in different states. Depending on your state, you may be able to get the vaccine at a healthcare site (like a doctor's office, pharmacy, hospital) or a temporary clinic (like a school gymnasium, commu-

nity center, church or library).

Visit your state health department website or www.covidvaccinefacts.org/states to learn where and when you can receive a vaccine.

Will I still need to wear a mask and practice social distancing after I get vaccinated?

Yes. Research shows vaccines protect individuals from contracting and experiencing severe reactions to COVID-19. However, it’s possible to spread the virus to people post-vaccination. Until we know for sure there is minimal risk of infecting others post-vaccination, you should continue to wear a mask and practice social distancing.

More questions?

Visit www.covidvaccinefacts. org to find a comprehensive list of answers related to vaccine technologies, clinical trials, the FDA-approval process, and more.

Michelle McMurry-Heath, a physician scientist, is president and CEO of the Biotechnology Innovation Organization. She previously served as a senior official in the FDA’s Center for Devices and Regulatory Health, the top science and health legislative aide for Sen. Joe Lieberman, and on President Obama’s science transition team.

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OBITUARIES Viola Rose Cisneros Siestreem

Frances “Fran” Capehart

October 18, 1925 – February 22, 2021

A rosary will be held in honor of Viola Rose Siestreem, 95, of Coos Bay, at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 2250 16th Street North Bend, Thursday, March 18, 2021 at 11:30 a.m.

A Memorial Mass will follow at 12:00 noon with Father Jorge Hernandez presiding.

A Reception will be held at the Confederated Tribes of the Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians Tribal Hall Coos Bay, 338 Wallace Street, March 18, 2021 at 1:00-3:00 p.m. A Graveside

September 23, 1929 – February 28, 2021

blessing and internment will be at Willamette National Cemetery 11800 SE Mt. Scott Blvd. Happy Valley, Oregon 97086, March 19, 2021 at 1:30 p.m. Please be mindful of COVID-19 protocols as we gather.

Viola Rose Cisneros Siestreem made her transition to be with God on February 22, 2021 in her home in Coos Bay. She was surrounded by her family. Viola was born October 18, 1925 in La Feria, Texas. She was fortunate to be one of twelve children.

She is survived by a large family as well.

Viola married James Robert Siestreem on March 3, 1946. They had three children, John, Pamela, and Julie.

All of whom are still living.

Viola was a grandmother to four children, Sophia, Sara, Joshua, and James William.

All still living. She was great grandmother to six children, Isabella, Benito, Jorney, Sailee, Jordan and Justus. She was auntie to twelve nieces and nephews; and great auntie to twenty-one great nieces and great nephews.

Viola was a lifelong member of the Catholic Church.

She volunteered countless hours to the church as a reader, host minister, CCD teacher, sacristan, support staff person for baptisms, confirmations, weddings, funerals and, rose garden gardener all throughout her life in each community she lived in; Holy Redeemer in North Bend, St. Rose in Longview, Washington, Immaculate Heart of Mary in Kelso, Washington, and St. John's Hospital church in Longview, Washington.

Viola loved life and living every day. She strived to be better, kinder, and more loving each and every day.

She made each person in her life feel like we could do anything we wanted to.

She told us she will love us forever and for always. As happy as we are for her to be with God in heaven, we miss her deeply.

Arrangements are under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, 405 Elrod Ave. Coos Bay. 541/2674216.

Candidate filing deadline for May 18 special district election is March 18 The World COQUILLE — The deadline for candidates to file for the upcoming May 18 special district election is Thursday, March 18.

The election is mostly for school, hospital and special district boards, though there also will be four local ballot measures.

Most of the school districts have three or four open seats, since positions are elected for four-year terms. The Myrtle Point School District has six positions on the ballot, two that will be two-year balances of terms and up for election again in 2023.

The South Coast Educational Service District has three positions on the ballot, one for candidates living in the Reedsport or North Bend school districts; one for candidates in the Bandon, Coquille, Myrtle Point or

Powers school districts; and one for candidates living in Curry County.

The Southwestern Oregon Community College District has four positions on the ballot, though they are not restricted to specific areas of residence.

In addition to school districts, the election includes seats on the Coos County Airport District and Coos County Area Transportation District; the Bandon and Coquille River port districts; The Bay Area, Myrtle Point, Powers and Southern Coos health districts and Coquille Valley Hospital district; and a variety of rural fire protection districts, parks and recreation districts, water districts, sanitary districts and road districts.

For a complete list of positions up for election, visit https://www.co.coos.or.us/ clerk/page/may-18-2021-spe-

cial-district-election and click on the open positions link.

The site also has a link to the forms for filing to be a candidate.

As of Tuesday, most of the school, transportation and health district positions had at least one candidate filed, while some of the fire districts had few or no candidates.

The election also will include a school bond issue in Coquille, renewal of a local option street tax in Bandon, an all-terrain vehicle measure in Lakeside and a pool levy in North Bend, though the North Bend issue had not been filed with the county as of Tuesday.

The special district elections are held every other year in odd-numbered years on the calendar while national, state, county and municipal elections are held during even-numbered years.

DEATH NOTICES Cody Dee Ryan Nagel, 25, of Cave Junction, formerly of North Bend, passed away March 3, 2021 in Cave Junction. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131 www. coosbayareafunerals.com James “Jim” Gill Parker, 72, of Coos Bay passed away March 6, 2021 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131 www.coosbayareafunerals.com Gary Lee Harvey, 67, of North Bend passed away March 6, 2021 in Portland.

Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131 www.coosbayareafunerals.com Gregory Carothers, 56, of Coos Bay, passed away March 4, 2021 in Coos Bay. Arrangements under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary 405 Elrod Ave., Coos Bay, 541 267-4216.

David G. Hatcher, 76, of Lakeside, passed away on March 6, 2021 in Lakeside.

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Darrell Irvin Baysinger, 71, of Coos Bay passed away March 9, 2021 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131 www.coosba-

Gary Lee Harvey, 67, of North Bend passed away March 6, 2021 in Portland.

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Frances “Fran” Jeanne Capehart, 92, of Coquille, passed away February 28, 2021 in Coquille. Fran was born September 23, 1929 in Lawrence County, Missouri. Fran was extremely well known throughout Coos County. For many years Fran served as the Coos County Veteran’s Service Officer (February 1973 through June 1994) and she served on the Coquille City Council for 16 years (2001 through 2016).

Fran was the consummate community spirit, if there was a fundraiser, community organization project or someone was in need of support, Fran was there to help. She was Coquille Rotarian of the Year in 2015 and a longtime

member. She was a member of the Coos County Fair Board, helped coordinate the annual pie baking contest and in some years she provided the first place prize of an oven. In 2015 she was the Grand Marshall of the Coos County Fair.

She assisted the Coquille Police and Fire Departments with planning and participating in the Annual Shop with Heroes and the National Night Out. The River Walk and the Carousel for Coquille were two of her favorite projects.

She was a lifetime member of the VFW Auxiliary Post # 965 and she held various Local, District and State level VFW offices. She was known for attending all veteran holidays, crocheting lap afghans, making Christmas stockings, placemats and cookies for veterans. She was also active in the VFW scholarship program. Fran was a Lifetime member of the Coquille Valley Hospital Auxiliary and participated in fundraisers, bake sales and the annual Coquille Community Christmas dinner.

She was also a supporter of Point-Man-Ministries and Brian’s Home. One of Fran’s most favorite activities was supporting the Miss Coos County / Miss Teen Coos

County Scholarship Program as a supporter and donor.

She was also a SWOCC Nursing Scholarship program supporter. She was married to Richard “Dick” Capehart on July 26, 1975. She and Dick loved going on trips with their Harley-Davidson motorcycle.

Fran was preceded in death by her husband, Coos County Sheriff’s Captain Richard Capehart Ret., in 1987; and her son, Edward Allen in 2020.

Fran leaves behind a daughter, Cassandra Martinez; a son, Michael Mustain; half-brothers, Doug Richards and Jim Richards; brotherin-law, Bill Jacobson; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Graveside services will be held at Myrtle Crest Memorial Gardens at 2:30PM on Saturday March 13th, 2021 The graveside service will be live streaming on Emmanuel Baptist Church Coquille Facebook page.

Online remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at www.westrumfuneralservice.com Arrangements are under the direction of Amling/ Schroeder Funeral Service – Coquille Chapel, 541-3963846

Rodney “Rod” Wayne Ingman March 24, 1949 – February 23, 2021

Rodney “Rod” Wayne Ingman passed away at his home in Coos Bay on February 23, 2021.

Rod was born in Coos Bay on March 24, 1949 to Harold Ingman and Virginia Marie Ingman-Dorland who both preceded him in death.

Growing up he enjoyed playing football, basketball, and baseball with his brother and neighborhood friends.

He also enjoyed watching TV and working and playing on the family farm. He graduated from Marshfield High School in 1967. In his teen years and young adulthood

he formed a large circle of friends with whom he kept in contact and reached out to often. He would also continue to make friends and acquaintances throughout the years from all walks of life.

Rod was very passionate when it came to the things that interested and inspired him. He greatly enjoyed hunting and fishing and he was also an avid gardener and voracious reader. He became a history enthusiast starting from a young age and was particularly interested in the history of the American West.

Helping people was also incredibly important to him, being especially moved by the plight of the Afghans in the 80s.

He formed the Oregon Afghan Aid Society where he spread the word of their fight against the Soviets and raised money to help by selling hats, T-shirts, and bumper stickers. He loved animals and had dogs and cats as pets

DEAR ABBY

throughout his life.

He spent time living in various cities in Oregon including Sweet Home, Salem, Portland, Redmond, and Coos Bay. Over his life he worked as a mill worker and a firewood dealer. He operated a rock crusher, worked in the mail room at the state capital, and was an independent landscaper. He was also a wedding officiant over 40 times for various friends and family. He offered people a little something different from traditional church ceremonies.

Rod is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Aubrey Ingman and Amber Kozera of Gresham; son, Micah Ingman of Eugene; sister and brother-in-law, Barbara and Norman Leeling of Florence; and brother and sister-in-law, Fred and Sharey Ingman of Eugene; as well as one niece and several nephews.

Due to the current pandemic no funeral service will be held at this time.

By Abigail Van Buren

MOM LONGS TO REUNITE FAMILY DESPITE ADVICE FROM FRIENDS DEAR ABBY: I recently got into a huge fight with my boyfriend, which caused us to break up and me to move two hours away to stay with my mom. We have a beautiful 6-month-old daughter, and I still love him very much. He has begged me to move back and has shown me he still has feelings for me.

Because of past abuse from family and previous partners, I find it very hard to trust.

I would love to go back, but I keep being told that it would be a mistake. I want to be a family again, but I don't want the people who tell me it's a mistake to be mad at me.

Must I give in and stay away or follow my heart and go back? -- MIXED UP IN MISSOURI DEAR MIXED UP: I wish you had disclosed more about the fight that caused you to move away and take the baby. It must have been a doozy. Was he cheating?

Physically or emotionally abusive? If it was any of those, I don't think it is advisable to reconcile.

Why are "people" advising you not to go back with him? Are their reasons valid? If they aren't, perhaps you should worry less about pleasing them and more about accepting responsibility for your own choices.

Should you follow your heart? Yes, if it leads you and this man to a licensed couples counselor for help in resolving your problems before they get out of hand again, and deciding what would be in the best interest of your child.

DEAR ABBY: My husband and I just got married. We have only one problem: his ex-girlfriend. She used to be my best friend, but we fell out years ago.

She hadn't contacted him in a long time, but since she found out we got married, she has been texting him begging to meet up.

She messaged me once asking for all of us to get together, but she messages him to meet her alone and "talk." He ignores her and shows me the messages.

Should I step in and tell her to back off or ignore her as he is doing? I trust and love my husband, but she's becoming a pest and starting to annoy me and him. -- TROUBLED IN TENNESSEE DEAR TROUBLED: Because silence hasn't successfully conveyed the message that you and your husband aren't interested in renewing the relationship, HE should be the one to tell her -- in plain English. If he doesn't do that, then you should.

DEAR ABBY: Last year was a tough one for me and my family. In addition to the COVID mess, I lost my best friend of 30 years, and one of my sisters-in-law lost her best friend of 50 years.

We were talking about each of our losses recently, and she mentioned that she has no pictures of her and her friend together. I said the same about my friend. Right then I decided that no matter how bad my hair, makeup, etc. looked, I wouldn't shy away from having my photo taken. Sometimes we don't realize how much a candid snapshot can mean until it is too late. Do you agree?

-- MOMENT IN TIME IN TEXAS DEAR MOMENT: Yes, as a matter of fact, I do. I have been guilty of photo-dodging, and I am sure many others have been, too. After reading your letter, I am resolving to do better in the future. Thank you!~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips.

Contact Dear Abby at www.DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.

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John P. Vanderheiden, M.D. May 6, 1937 – March 4, 2021

nephews; his children, Sean Vanderheiden of Tigard, Steven Vanderheiden, spouse Janet Donavan, of Boulder, Colorado, Ann Vanderheiden, spouse Jason Jones, of Wilsonville, and Scott Vanderheiden, spouse Katherine, of Kirkland, Washington; and his beloved grandchildren, Madeleine and Sophie Vanderheiden of Kirkland, Washington, Evan and Nolan Jones of Wilsonville, and Tyler and Blake Vanderheiden of Boulder, Colorado.

John was a self-described “country kid” with an inexhaustible DIY spirit.

Throughout his life, he acted the part of woodworker, house-builder, plumber, logger, electronics-fixer, seamstress, furniture-builder, and more. He graduated from high school at 16, and began his studies in veterinary medicine at Iowa State University, attending quarters while taking time off to help with farming. He enlisted in the Army and eventually was stationed at Fort Bragg, working as a lab tech. After military service, he was accepted into Creighton University School of Medicine.

While at Creighton, he met his future bride when she agreed to be his bridge date, even though she secretly had no idea how to play. She was a quick study, and they enjoyed listening to music at

John passed away peacefully in his home on March 4, 2021 after a lengthy illness.

John Peter Vanderheiden was born in David City, Nebraska on May 6, 1937, the day the Hindenburg crashed, as he liked to tell people. John’s early experiences on a farm instilled a love of biology and all forms of engineering. He died on March 4, 2021 in Bend. He was preceded in death by his parents, Francis and Frances Vanderheiden; his stepmother, Marjorie Kovar Vanderheiden; his brother, Francis “Frank” Vanderheiden; niece, Mary Vanderheiden; and his brother-in-law, Joe Chase. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Marita Vanderheiden of Bend; his sisters, Mary Chase of Omaha, Nebraska and Anne Cunningham, spouse Ron, of West Linn; many loving nieces and

a piano bar at the airport, and of course, many more years of bridge. They went on a camping honeymoon to the west coast, and they fell in love with the Pacific Northwest, and especially Bend.

He fulfilled his dream of living there in his retirement.

After completing a General Surgery Residency, he practiced General Surgency in Fort Dodge, Iowa for three years. An opportunity opened up in the Northwest, and the growing family moved to Coos Bay for the next 30 years.

Enjoying the coast and avoiding the cold, snowy weather of the Midwest was uppermost in his mind.

However, the Oregon Coast had several meaningful snow episodes while they were living there. The lure of skiing and love of Central Oregon was reawakened, prompting the move to Bend in 2003, after his retirement.

Soon, his family grew with marriages and the wonderful grandchildren. They are the blessings of John and Marita’s life. The family enjoyed the Central Oregon lifestyle, including skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, playing bridge, and enjoying the sunny, warm summers and the snowy winters. He will be remembered most as an honest, humble man of integrity, and for his lifelong love and

commitment to his family.

Services: A funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, March 11 at 10:00 AM at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church at 2450 NE 27th Street Bend, Oregon 97701.

A rosary will take place prior to Mass in the church. Graveside services will follow. The Mass will be livestreamed at stfrancisbend.org/ A Celebration of Life for Dr. John Vanderheiden will be held at a later date.

Baird Funeral Homes is honored to serve the family.

541-382-0903. Please visit the online registry for the family at bairdfh.com Contributions may be made to: Partners in Care Hospice of Bend 2075 NE Wyatt Court Bend, Oregon 97701 https://www.partnersbend. org/donation/ St. Francis of Assisi for the restoration of the historic church 2450 NE 27th Street Bend, Oregon 97701 https://giving.parishsoft.com/App/Giving/ sain2450195 Mt. Bachelor Sports and Education Foundation (MBSEF) 2765 NW Lola Drive Bend, Oregon 97703 http://www.mbsef.org/

eral vehicle break-ins on the school campus. As he was pulling up to her location, Crawford rushed his vehicle.

The deputy ordered her to stand in front of the vehicle, which she initially did.

But as the deputy attempted to place her under arrest, she rushed the deputy a second time and assaulted him. Crawford appeared to be under the influence or narcotics and alcohol.

During a fight between the deputy and Crawford, the deputy received injuries to his hand and back. Ultimately, Crawford was arrested.

EMTs from Bay Cities Ambulance attempted to evaluate her, but Crawford refused medical treatment.

A 29-year-old Coos Bay woman is facing serious charges after she allegedly attacked a deputy who was trying to arrest her.

According to the Coos County Sheriff’s Office, deputies received a 911 call at 2:45 p.m. Sunday regarding a criminal trespass at the Oregon Institute of Marine Biology in Coos Bay. When deputies arrived, they found Kayla Ann Crawford at the location and noticed she has thrown rubber boots belonging to the school through the parking lot and the road.

The deputy identified Crawford as a suspect in sev-

The World A 20-year-old man faces multiple charges after wrecking his vehicle with several juveniles inside early Sunday morning.

The Coos County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call just before 2 a.m. Sunday. On the call, dispatchers heard nothing but screaming, and they were able to determine the call came from mile post 1 on Catching Slough Road.

Dispatchers were able to learn there was a vehicle accident where a car went into Catching Slough.

When deputies arrived, they found a 15-year-old girl with some passersby. The vehicle was located hood down in the slough with the passenger compartment submerged. The teen girl was transported by ambulance to Bay Area Hospital.

While investigation, deputies learned the teen was passenger inside the vehicle, which was being driven by Tristan Ornbaun. Three other people were also inside the vehicle.

One occupant, a juvenile male, was identified when he was taken to Bay Area Hospital with injuries.

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determine the vehicle had left the roadway, possibly hydroplaning and came to rest in Catching Slough. The injured female was left on the scene as the other four in the car fled.

Ornbaun left the scene but return about half an hour later.

After investigating, deputies arrested Ornbaun for assault II, assault III, failing to perform duties of a driver with injured persons, reckless driving, and recklessly endangering another (2 counts).

The juvenile male was treated for minor injuries.

The injured female was flown

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All of the occupants of the vehicle were believed to be underage and returning home after attending an underage drinking party in the Sumner area.

The case remains under investigation. Speed and alcohol are believed to be a factor. If anyone has information regarding this crash, they are encouraged contact the Coos County Sheriff’s Office at 541-396-7800. The Coos County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by Coos Bay Police Department, Millington Fire Department and Bay Cities Ambulance.

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Scenes from Bandon's football opener Hutton

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Bandon's pep band performs before Saturday's game against Rogue River. The band played during breaks in the game and throughout halftime, entertaining a crowd that couldn't be inside the stadium, but gathered outside the fence to watch the first sports event in Bandon for the

Cooper Lang tries to wrap up Rogue River's quarterback for

Bandon's cheer team yelled out support for the team during the victory over Quarterback Wyatt Dyer looks for a running lane against

Bandon graduate Sailor Hutton placed 23rd in the Mountain West Conference cross country championships for Boise State University, her first time running in the championship meet for the Broncos.

Hutton was Boise State’s seventh runner in the meet, finishing the 6,000-meter course in 21 minutes and 1 second.

Mahala Norris of Air Force won the race in 19:57.

The Broncos finished second behind New Mexico in the team race. Boise State was chosen for the NCAA championships, which will be held Monday, March 15, in Stillwater, Okla.

Hutton, a junior, had her best finish of her career when she placed third in the Silver State Cross Country Challenger earlier this year.

Art by the Sea offers Three Colors Only class March 25 Art by the Sea will sponsor a class called Three Colors Only on March 25.

The event will be led by Jean Stephenson and participants are encouraged to dress for mess and bring a snack for break time. They also can work from their own image if they would prefer.

All materials including brushes, paints and canvas are provided.

The class runs from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and the cost is $35. There is a maximum of six students and a minimum of four.

The class will take place at the Langlois Lions Club, located at 48135 Floras Lake Loop Road in Langlois.

Port of Bandon announces Boardwalk Art Show theme The Port of Bandon has announced the theme “Gardens Under the Sea” for its annual Boardwalk Art Show.

Artists of all ages are invited to submit work for the art show, celebrating its 18th year.

Boards are available for pick up on Friday, March 12, at a cost of $10 per board. They must be submitted by noon on Wednesday, May 12. Painters who purchased boards last year before the show was canceled can use those boards this year without additional cost.

The show begins Saturday, May 22, and runs through Sunday, Sept. 22.

Each year, the show features works by amateur and professional artists living throughContributed Photo out southwest Oregon.

Show curator Ava Richey's painting is an example fitting this Prizes are awarded in year's theme. youth and adult categoGallery, located at 145 Fillmore S.E. in ries, along with people’s choice awards.

Bandon. People also can purchase boards The winning and honoree works will be from the Port of Bandon office, at 390 2st awarded prize money and/or ribbons at a St., Southwest, but should call ahead to ceremony on Saturday, Sept. 11. make sure staff are available.

A follow-up exhibit, The Bravo Show, The show is sponsored by the Port of featuring the winners’ and honorees’ Bandon.

For more information, contact boards will be held Oct. 1 through Dec. 12 port staff at 541-347-3206 or visit www. at the Old Town Marketplace. facebook.com/bandonboardwalkart.

Boards are available at Art by the Sea

Tips if you want to enter your work in contest What grows beneath oceans, rivers and other waterways? Do mermaids and mermen tend gardens of kelp, sea stars and anemone? Rivers and estuaries are also home to underwater plants and creatures.

Artists are invited to create visual stories and renderings of underwater inhabitants of all kinds, mythical or real, on their boardwalk boards.

They are encouraged to feature local waterway biomes, but don’t have to.

People needing ideas to spark their imagination can visit the aquarium and touch tanks in the Marine Life Center in Charleston, located at 63466 Boat Basin Road. Or they can take hikes with friends in the tidepools during low tides and low wave conditions.

People always can learn about marine life and habitats on the internet, including: Seaweeds such as sea lettuce, rockweed, Turkish towel, sea palms, dulse and giant kelp; Marine invertebrates like limpets, chitons, anemones, barnacles, urchins, mussels, clams, jelly fish, crab, corals, shrimp, tunicates and octopi; Fish, including sharks, kelp greenling, culpin, Ling cod, salmon, flounders and various varieties of rockfish; Plankton such as zooplankton, phytoplankton, diatoms, copepods, larvae and dinoflagellates.

Artwork must be original and be responsive to the theme and visual in character, using a medium affixed or fastened onto a “front” surface of the art panel. In past, successful examples have included painted oils, acrylics and watercolors, pen and ink drawings, engravings and woodburning, marquetry, mosaics and mixed media and collages. Artwork can be presented in either landscape or portrait orientation.

Artists should paint and seal the front, edges and back of their completed artwork because it will be exhibited outdoors, with exposure to sun,

rain, moisture, wind and temperature swings.

The corners will be drilled with holes to facilitate hanging for display.

Artists should clearly write their name, telephone number and title of their artwork on the back surface of their panel, with a weatherproof, permanent paint ink marker (Sharpie will fade), sealed against the elements.

The artwork will be exhibited from May 22 through Sept. 20 either on the Port of Bandon Boardwalk, the Bandon Paint Shop or in the Port of Bandon Picnic Shelter.

Awards will be announced at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 11, at the Port of Bandon Boardwalk.

Prizes in the age groups over 18, 13-to 18 and under 13 will include $50 for first place, $30 for second place and $20 for third place.

Two people’s choice awards of $50 also will be presented. All honorable mention winners will receive ribbons.

All of the prizewinning artworks will be retained, cleaned and honored at a public “Bravo Show” to run Oct. 1 through Dec. 11 at the Old Town Market Place located to the west of the boardwalk.

Curators reserve the right to decline acceptance of submitted artwork for any reason. The show is not a forum for political artwork.

Because the Port of Bandon Boardwalk is open to the public and cannot be patrolled and surveilled at all hours, exhibitors agree to release and hold the Port of Bandon and its employees and agents harmless for any loss or damages to artwork due to “wear and tear,” weather conditions, casualty event, theft, vandalism, civil commotion and the like.

Artists with questions can contact the show curators Shawn Tempesta by phone at 805-8441056 or email at stempesta1@gmail.com or Ava Richey by phone at 541-297-6118 or email at yarnfarm@frontier.com.

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By Mary Schamehorn I've decided to deviate a bit in my column this week by running three photos of one event: the tragic train wreck at the Seeley and Anderson Logging Co. site east of Bandon at Bear Creek on Nov. 25, 1912, which ultimately killed six of the seven men on the train.

The Bandon Historical Society museum has loaned me the photos that I am sharing with you this week. And if you'd like to learn more about this accident or see more photos, visit the Bandon museum, which is open six days a week.

I'd heard about this accident for years, and knew it was in November of 1912, but while going through page by page of the 1912 Bandon Recorders I could find hardly any reference to it. And that is when I figured out that two issues of the paper were missing in the digitized copy I had, so I went to a different site and found the article.

It was every bit as horrific as I had heard.

The first picture shows the railroad trestle before the accident. If you look closely at photo number two you will see the remains of the train buried under logs and debris, with stunned onlookers gathered around it.

The third picture shows members of Bandon's Life-Saving Station, loggers and other rescuers carrying the wounded (several of whom died after getting to the hospital) and the dead away from the scene.

The Coos Bay Times was the first paper to carry the story and described how the entire train had dropped 70 feet into the gulch below on its maiden trek across the new trestle.

It was the first loaded train to cross the big trestle, as the logging road was under construction. The trestle was about 300 feet long and at its highest point was 104 feet above the bed of Ferry Creek. Where the train went through it was 70 feet above the ground.

W.F. Harmon told a graphic story of the wreck. He had narrowly escaped being on the ill-fated train after he failed to get to the logging site on time because his riverboat from Coquille had been late.

Rol Anderson, the brakeman and the brother of the proprietor of the Seeley and Anderson company, was the lone survivor after two of the seven had died in the hospital. The seven included three crewmen and four passengers from the logging camp, including two who were headed to the doctor in Bandon after having been injured in woods accidents.

He said that soon after they started over the trestle, they felt it sinking. He said he realized what was going to happen and turning to Engineer McDowell said, "Goodbye Jim." Anderson said that McDowell replied in a husky voice, "Keep your seats, boys.

We're gone."

Anderson said when he came to, the timekeeper Guy Rose was throwing cold water

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The 1912 train wreck in his face.

The article explains that "as soon as he opened his eyes, he heard Rose say, 'Get up and notify them, you're not hurt,' and then Rose (who died of scalds and burns) fainted.

Anderson dragged himself up the embankment and finally succeeded in reaching Radley's camp, almost three quarters of a mile and gave the alarm."

An article in the Nov. 26 Oregonian said: "Leaving behind him a trail of blood a mile long, Roll Anderson ..... terribly wounded with one leg and one arm broken, to a place where he could give alarm of the accident and secure aid for the other victims fastened under the wreckage. He will pay for his heroism with his life."

The Bandon Recorder editor was quick to point out that Anderson had no broken bones nor gushing wounds.

His injuries were principally scalds and burns.

It appeared the brakes had just been set as the train rolled on to the trestle. The brakes held fast and the whole trestle was pushed forward by the train wheels holding fast to the rails with the brakes set.

This swung the trestle out of balance and the collapse followed. The part of the bridge ahead of the engine buckled and the rear portion was torn away.

Historian Dick Hancock later wrote: "In the late 19th Century and the early 20th Century there were a number of small, shortline logging railroads in the area, including near Lampa Creek, Fat Elk Creek and in the fields between Coquille and Coaledo where you can still see pilings from the early rail lines, as they crossed from the timbered hills to the river, where the logs were dumped for towing to the mills."

In the first report of the wreck, the Coos Bay Times said that 700 pounds of giant powder on the train had exploded and could be heard all the way into Bandon. It turned out that was not true.

But nowhere in the county was there a train wreck that could compare to the disaster six miles east of Bandon at Bear Creek ... three days before Thanksgiving over a hundred years ago. *** I am not sure where the explosion of COVID cases is coming from in Coos County nor have I been able to get a definitive answer as to how many of them are actually in Bandon.

But Friday's numbers for the state showed Coos County with 31 new cases, compared to 29 in Jackson, 24 in Douglas, 22 in Marion, 17 in Clackamas and 13 in Multnomah.

And those are not cases per 100,000, they are actual cases.

Sunday's numbers were much better with Coos County recording only four.

Last week I said that I had been told that Bandon had not had any new cases for the last month or so, but several people challenged that information, so it's hard to know what to believe.

Photos courtesy of Bandon Historical Society

Above: The railroad trestle over Ferry Creek before a track accident on Nov. 25, 1912. Top right: The train buried under logs and debris after the bridge collapsed. Right: Members of Bandon’s Life-Saving Station, loggers and other rescuers carry victims away from the crash scene.

If there are actually 55 active cases in Bandon (the 97411 zip code has over 7,000 people), as one statistic seemed to show, I do not know where they are as I have heard of no one who is down with COVID as we speak. If you do know of a positive case, or cases, I would appreciate your letting me know. I do not need to know the name of the person, for privacy reasons, but I am just trying to get to the truth.

My guess is that the figure I saw was the number of cases in the 97411 zip code since the countdown started ... not current cases. I have asked for an explanation from the health department, but have not yet heard back.

At any rate, news that Governor Brown is allowing counties that were scheduled to return to the extreme risk category, to remain open for another two weeks has angered and confused some of our restaurant and bar owners who have not received the same concession. We remain closed.

I have asked the city manager to put together a statement for the council to sign, or maybe it will just be me signing it, urging the governor to modify current restrictions on small businesses, or provide more flexibility for local governments to decide our own set of restrictions and measures.

"Grocery chains and department stores are wide open, while restaurants and health clubs are not." The letter points out that our restaurants, bars and other small businesses are some of the safest places to go during the pandemic.

The letter ends: "As a home rule jurisdiction, Bandon would like the ability to balance our common desire to stop the pandemic with the human and economic cost of the current shutdown and open our small businesses."

I will definitely lend my signature to the letter. *** As further evidence of how restrictive some states are versus others is the subject of whether spectators (mainly parents) should be allowed to attend high school and college sporting events, which are finally being allowed in this state. In Oregon, even the parents are not allowed to attend,

while in Indiana, where the men's NCAA playoffs (March Madness) will be held March 18 through April 5, the venues are allowed to be 17 percent filled. The stress of not being able to play for almost a year is now made even worse by the fact that even the parents can't go to the games in this state.

Indiana's death rate from Covid is 187 per 100,000; Oregon's is 53 per 100,000.

Does this really make sense? *** One of Bandon's premiere artists Victoria Tierney asked me to do her a favor this week. She is looking for information about a painting she sold to Dr. Chuck Meece, who operated a chiropractic business in Bandon many years ago, and she is hoping one of my readers may still be in contact with Chuck.

So if you do have an address for him, would you let me know. The painting has special meaning for Victoria and she is trying to find out if he still has it or might know where it is. *** I have another question. Do any of you know if Kenneth Ayers, 49, went to school in Bandon? He is the UPS driver who was recently sentenced to 20 years in prison for shooting at drivers, and wounding at least one, as they drove along Interstate 5 in the Medford/ Grants Pass area. For some

reason, I think he might have gone to school here, but I don't have the yearbooks for those years so I can't be sure. *** I've learned that the three Bandon Port Commission incumbents, Reg Pullen, Rick Goche and Harv Schubothe, whose terms will expire June

30, have or are planning to file for re-election. I believe the deadline to file is March 18. *** Don't forget Daylight Saving Time starts Sunday, March 14, and people need to set their clocks ahead one hour before going to bed Saturday night.

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Former swimmer returns to help coach Lakers

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JOHN GUNTHER The World

COOS BAY — Piper Engler was a standout swimmer for Southwestern Oregon Community College. Fortunately for coach Sandra Bullock, she’s equally impressive as an assistant coach.

“She’s absolutely amazing,” Bullock said. “I am so thankful.

“It has lifted a huge weight off my shoulders. I have someone who believes in the culture (of the program). We are like-minded.”

In this year, when the men’s and women’s teams can’t practice at the same time because of COVID-19 restrictions, Bullock having an assistant was more important.

“When Piper showed up in October, it was an incredible blessing to me,” Bullock said. “That helped me be a blessing to others.”

Engler considered herself called to come to Coos Bay. She had been living in Lebanon, where she has a house with her brother Wyatt, another former SWOCC swimmer.

Wyatt and his wife Marilyn, another ex-Laker, have a young daughter and Engler was helping as babysitter.

“It all fell into place,” Engler said.

“My niece got into day care. I was assistant coach for the club team in Lebanon, but the pool closed down and I couldn’t do that.”

Engler also needed a place to stay in Coos Bay and found that as well — she is staying with the same family Marilyn stayed with when she was a swimmer for the Lakers.

Bullock couldn’t wait to get Engler in Coos Bay. Engler helped coach at some of the meets in the Willamette Valley last year.

“I invited her many times,” Bullock said. “She was such a big help last year.

I knew in the middle of COVID I needed someone here.”

It helped that Engler wanted to coach, too.

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SWOCC swimming coach Sandra Bullock, left, stands with assistant coach Piper Engler, who swam for Bullock and the Lakers.

“I think I was called to be here,” she said. “It would have been incredibly easy to stay (in Lebanon).

“I just felt that I needed to make an impact in people’s lives. I really enjoyed working with Coach last year.”

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“We balance each other out,” Engler said. “I have the experience of having been an athlete under coach and coaching alongside her.”

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The Southwestern Oregon Community College women’s swim team is undefeated in the unique virtual season.

The team beat Barton Community College, Iowa Central Community College and South Georgia State College while competing under mostly sunny skies.

Jacqueline Feurtado won the 50- and 100-yard butterfly races for the Lakers and also was on the winning 200 freestyle relay with Bethan Foster-Barker, Meredith Mandal and Ximena Lucio Calzado.

Calzado, a freshman from Mexico, also finished second in both the 100 and 200 freestyle.

Foster-Barker and LynDea Turner also had multiple second- and third-place finishes as the Lakers showed their depth.

Foster-Barker was second and Gabbi Kincaid third in the 1000 freestyle; Calzado was second in the 200 freestyle; Turner second and Emily Corbett was third in the 50 backstroke; Mandal was third in the 100 butterfly; Foster-Barker was second in the 50 freestyle and third in the 500 freestyle; Calzado was second in the 100 freestyle; Turner was third in the 100 backstroke; and Turner was second and Mandal third in the 400 individual medley.

The Lakers also finished second in the 200 medley relay with the team of Turner, Mandal, Feurtado and Calzada.

SWOCC’s men fell to larger Iowa Central and Barton squads and beat a smaller South Georgia State team.

Freshman Emily Dost from the Netherlands had SWOCC’s only win, taking the 400 individual medley.

Fellow freshmen Wyatt Smith and Connor Spanos finished second in the 500 freestyle and 50 butterfly, respectively.

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Rainey Lambert was second in the 50 backstroke, while Connor Spanos was

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William Evans was third in the 50 freestyle.

SWOCC was second in the 200 medley relay with the team of Dost, Spanos, Brayden Franzke and Gerardo Avila.

The Lakers have another virtual meet Saturday, competing with Iowa Central and Iowa Lakes as they continue to prepare for the NJCAA national meet in Florida.

Unfortunately, no spectators are allowed at competitions this year as the team works diligently to maintain a COVID safe and compliant environment.

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Pirates seek first win in volleyball The World

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Ruendy Indalecio of the Coquille-Myrtle Point boys soccer team, controls the ball against defense by Glide's Lindsey Rivera during Tuesday's match.

DevilCats top Glide for first win JOHN GUNTHER The World

COQUILLE — When the soccer season started, the combined Coquille-Myrtle Point boys soccer team had just nine players, with four others not having enough practices in to participate in matches.

And in the season opener against Brookings-Harbor, a player went down with injury, leaving the DevilCats with just seven field players and a goalie for the entire second half.

But there never was a question among the players about whether to keep playing.

“We wanted to play,” said Ruendy Indalecio, a senior captain for the squad, after Coquille’s home match Tuesday against Glide.

So much so that the next day, the DevilCats were back at it, short-handed again in North Bend.

“All they want to do is play,” Coquille coach Chance Liles said Tuesday.

“We were out here and it was hailing last night (during practice) and they wanted to keep going.

“We’re just having a ton of fun. I’m just glad we’re doing something.”

The DevilCats got their first win

Tuesday, beating Glide 7-3.

They wasted no time getting on the scoreboard, with Luke Donaldson scoring in the first minute.

By the end of the match, Donaldson had another goal, as well as assists to Canyon Luckman on a corner kick and Brayden Clayburn on a crossing pass.

Coquille also got an own goal from Glide on a crossing pass from Donaldson.

The DevilCats’ other two goals were

by Julien Temps and Indalecio.

Glide got two goals by Kaleb Mello and a goal and assist from Hunter Mello.

The Wildcats feature a coed squad, the second straight season they have fielded a team of boys and girls. At one point in Tuesday’s match, five of the 11 players on the pitch were girls.

Indalecio was thrilled to see Glide’s girls getting a chance to play, especially since last year the Coquille-Myrtle Point club did the same thing.

“Last year, we did really good,” he said. “It was fun.”

This year, the DevilCats have enough girls for their own team, or at least close. They only had eight in uniform Wednesday, in an 8-0 loss to Brookings-Harbor, which also played with eight girls.

But coach Samantha Sherman said the team was working hard and having fun.

The boys, meanwhile, are rounding into form.

“Against North Bend, we did way better than I would have thought,” Indalecio said. “We’re starting to get the basics down — passing, spacing, talking.”

The DevilCats feature some new players and, significantly, a new coach in Liles, who does not have a background in soccer but loves coaching — he also is the wrestling coach.

“I’m learning fast,” Liles said. “Ruendy and PK (Godfred Amoono) are helping.

“There’s a lot of little things a guy doesn’t realize.”

Clayburn is one of Liles’ wrestlers playing soccer for the first time — and loving it.

“It’s always something I’ve thought about,” said Clayburn, who played football in the past. “Chance called me when he got the job and asked me if I wanted to play.”

Clayburn has been attracted to the team dynamic and how everyone is involved all the time.

“It’s 80 minutes of fun,” he said.

Marshfield boys keep record perfect The World Marshfield’s boys soccer team has jumped out to a 3-0 start in the Sky-Em League season, with two of the wins on the road, including a 7-0 victory at Elmira on Tuesday.

Jose Yanez Torres had his second hat trick of the season, scoring four total goals in the win.

He had his first goal on a through ball sent by teammate Ernesto Hernandez Rosales in the 22nd minute and his second five minutes

later on an assist by Alberto Castillo.

An own goal by the Falcons gave the Pirates a 3-0 halftime lead.

Yanez Torres scored again five minutes into the second half on an assist from David Flores and added another in the 51st. Jacob Eastwood scored in the 53rd minute and Ismael Rodriguez scored in the 67th, assisted by Jonah Putman.

“I felt this was our most complete game of the season so far,” Marshfield coach Drew Jones said.

The Pirates had a big road match against Cottage Grove on Thursday. Results weren’t available by press time, but can be found on The World's website at www.theworldlink.com.

GIRLS North Bend 6, Junction City 1: The Bulldogs improved to 2-0 on the season with the road win, overcoming an early 1-0 deficit.

Molly Picatti had a pair of goals and the Bulldogs also got goals by Megan Proett, Rachel Snyder, Katie Carver

(on a penalty kick) and Maja Hartmann.

Liz Mahr played goal for the Bulldogs in place of the injured Bella Jones.

North Bend 1, Springfield 1: The Bulldogs played the Millers even in Springfield on Wednesday.

Brooklyn Garrigus scored North Bend’s goal to even the score after Springfield scored first.

North Bend is 2-0-1 on the season.

“We’ll take it,” North Bend coach Tony Picatti said.

“The team goal is no losses.”

Marshfield’s volleyball team lost a pair of matches at Pleasant Hill High School on Tuesday, but got some good news — the Pirates will be able to play their Sky-Em League season, though all the matches will be on the road unless Coos County somehow gets out of the extreme-risk category.

Marshfield came up just against Pleasant Hill, building a 2-1 set lead before losing the final two sets in a 25-20, 24-26, 20-25, 25-21, 15-11 setback.

Cedar Ward had 15 kills and Raegan Rhodes nine in the loss. Ward also had seven blocks, 10 digs and three aces in a strong all-around match.

Carmen Samuels and Kate Miles had 11 digs each and Miles also had three aces.

Gracie Peach had 14 assists and Rhodes 10.

Marshfield also lost to Sutherlin 25-23, 25-16, 2522. Ward and Paige Macduff had seven kills each and Samuels six in that match.

Samuels also had 10 digs while Peach had 14 assists and Rhodes eight.

Marshfield played at Elmira on Thursday to start a stretch of league matches.

Results were not available by press time but can be found at www.theworldlink.com.

The Pirates started the season with a three-set loss to a seasoned Cascade Christian team at Medford on Monday.

The Challengers swept the Pirates 25-17, 25-20, 25-20, but Marshfield coach Tammie Montiel was encouraged because Cascade Christian was playing its fourth match and the Pirates haven’t even been able to practice as a full squad because of practice restrictions since Coos County is in the extreme-risk category.

“Although we lost the match, the girls played

hard and put up a good fight against a team that is senior-dominant and was playing their fourth match of the season,” Montiel said. “It was obvious it was our first match and that we have not really been able to practice as a whole team together.

“That being said, we found some things that we can take back to practice and use as a reference point. We will look at tweaking our lineup a little for our next match and see what we like and what we don’t and adjust from there.”

Ward had six kills, Macduff five and Rhodes three for the Pirates. Ward and Samuels had four aces each.

Rhodes also had nine assists and Peach six. Samuels had 14 digs.

“Carmen Samuels played really well in her first outing at libero,” Montiel said. “She dug up and saved a ton of hard attacks and served well, too.”

Montiel noted that Rhodes had a few timely kills and that Kate Miles was solid in her first match at a new position.

“Never having played middle blocker before, there is a huge learning curve on blocking and attacking,” Montiel said. “By the end of the match, Kate had adjusted to that and was getting her hands on a ton of balls while blocking.”

Outdoor season Several other South Coast schools are scrambling to set up courts on tennis courts or other relatively flat spots so they can have an outdoor season since Coos and Douglas counties remain in extreme risk and can’t have indoor sports, or practice with more than six players at a time.

Coquille, Bandon, Reedsport, Myrtle Point, Powers and North Bend are planning to play a series of matches, starting with Coquille at Bandon on Friday.

Local Schedule Friday, March 12

High School Football — Elmira at Marshfield, 7 p.m.; Central Linn at Reedsport, 7 p.m.; Myrtle Point at Days Creek, 2:30 p.m.; Gold Beach at North Douglas, 7 p.m.

High School Cross Country — Bandon, Coquille, Marshfield, Brookings-Harbor, Myrtle Point, Siuslaw, Pacific and Gold Beach at Bandon Fugate Farms XC Challenge, 10 a.m.

High School Volleyball — Coquille at Bandon, 2:45 p.m.

Saturday, March 13

High School Football — Baker vs. North Bend at Crook County, 2 p.m.; Bandon at Lakeview, 1:45 p.m.

High School Boys Soccer — North Bend at St. Mary’s, 2 p.m.; Coquille at Douglas, 1 p.m.

High School Girls Soccer — St. Mary’s at North Bend, 2 p.m.; South Umpqua at Coquille, 1 p.m.

Tuesday, March 16

High School Girls Soccer — Marshfield at Marist Catholic, 6:30 p.m.; Sutherlin at Coquille, 4 p.m.

High School Boys Soccer — Marist Catholic at Marshfield, 6:30 p.m.

High School Volleyball — Co-

quille at Myrtle Point, 4:30 p.m.

Thursday, March 18

High School Girls Soccer — North Bend at Marist Catholic, 5 p.m.; Marshfield at Junction City, 6:30 p.m.

High School Boys Soccer — Sutherlin at Coquille, 4 p.m.; Junction City at Marshfield, 6:30 p.m.

Friday, March 19

High School Football — Elmira at North Bend, 7 p.m.; Glide at Coquille, 3 p.m.; Reedsport at Lowell, 7 p.m.; Myrtle Point at Camas Valley, 7 p.m.; Glendale at Gold Beach, 7 p.m.

High School Girls Soccer — Coquille at Brookings-Harbor, 3 p.m.

High School Volleyball — Coquille at Reedsport, 2:30 p.m.

Saturday, March 20

High School Football — Ontario vs. Marshfield at Crook County, 4 p.m.

High School Boys Soccer — North Bend at Brookings-Harbor, 2 p.m.

High School Girls Soccer — Cascade Christian at North Bend, 4:30 p.m.

Siuslaw runners top Marshfield at Millicoma Marsh trails The World COOS BAY — Siuslaw’s cross country teams had perfect scores against host Marshfield in a dual cross country meet at Millicoma Marsh on Wednesday.

Siuslaw had the first five boys and eight of the first nine. The Vikings also had five of the first six girls, while Marshfield did not have a complete team.

Siuslaw’s Chad Hughes won the 5,000-meter boys race in 16 minutes and 54 seconds, followed by teammates Samuel Ulrich (17:26), Kyle Hughes (17:46), Ryan Jennings (17:47) and Jaxson Jensen (17:48).

Marshfield’s Jacob Calvert was sixth (18:17).

Rylee Colton pulled away from Siuslaw teammate Brea Blankenship to win the girls race in 19:44. Blankenship finished in 20:18, followed

by Marshfield’s first girl, Bailey Wallack (21:05).

Marshfield’s boys and North Bend’s girls took the team titles in the Myrtle Point Invitational cross country meet on Saturday.

Marshfield’s boys were led by individual winner Jacob Calvert, who covered the 5,000-meter course in 18:28.

Aiden Lilienthal of Myrtle Point was second in 18:51, followed by North Bend’s Trenton Parrott (19:01) and Marshfield runners Robert Kliewer (19:50) and Corbin Reeves (20:05).

The Pirates had 22 points, while North Bend had 35.

In the girls race, North Bend had 22 points and Myrtle Point, the only other complete team, had 35.

Sara Slade won for North Bend, finishing in 21:43. The rest of the top five were Myrtle Point’s Sarah Nicholson

(22:14), North Bend’s Celeste Sinko (22:38), Myrtle Point’s Allie Storts (22:05) and Marshfield’s Bailey Wallack (23:15).

Bandon wins: Bandon swept the team titles in a three-way meet with St. Mary’s and Cascade Christian at Medford.

Bandon’s boys had a perfect score against St. Mary’s, with Cascade Christian incomplete. Bandon had the only complete girls team.

Cascade Christian’s Jake Sorani won the boys race, covering the 4,500-meter course in 15:30. Bandon had the next six runners: Damian Avalos (16:55), Carter Brown (17:09), Andrew Robertson (17:23), Daniel Carbrera (17:35), Josh Minkler (17:47) and Ansen Converse (17:47).

Bandon had the first four girls, with winner Holly Hutton (18:58) followed by

Danielle McLain (19:59), Cassie Kennon (21:01) and Analies Miller (21:04). Rachel Eikhoff was sixth for the Tigers (21:49).

Myrtle Point Invitational

BOYS Team Scores: Marshfield 22, North Bend 35, Glide 75, Myrtle Point inc.

Individual Results (5,000 Meters): 1. Jacob Calvert, Mar, 18:28; 2. Aidan Lilienthal, MP, 18:51; 3. Trenton Parrott, NB, 19:01; 4. Robert Kliewer, Mar, 19:50; 5. Corbin Reeves, Mar, 20:05; 6. Aidin Wilson, NB, 20:08; 7. Jack Waddington, Mar, 20:09; 8. Gavin Schmidt, NB, 20:12; 9. Bridger Olson, Mar, 20:25; 10. Dylan Davis, Gli, 20:26; 11. Tiago Schrader, NB, 20:45; 12. Nathaniel Folsom, NB, 20:45; 13.

Brogan Markel, NB, 21:12; 14. Talon Thomas, Mar, 21:15; 15. Derek Bell, NB, 21:26; 16. Nathan Masiel, Gli, 21:33; 17. Damian Lilienthal, MP, 21:49; 18. Caleb Thomas, Gli, 21:49; 19. Nathan Weaver, Gli, 21:57; 20.

Evan Hernandez, NB, 22:18; 21. Eli Metz, Gli, 22:52; 22. Markus Kliewer, Mar, 23:33; 23. Julian Hernandez, NB, 24:10; 24. Addison Rusth, Mar, 24:31; 25. Benjamin Swanks, NB, 24:57; 26.

Jes-c Tessman, MP, 26:00; 27. Brodie Blair, Mar, 26:32; 28. Orion Sinko, NB, 27:09; 29. Ryland Parker, MP, 30:10.

GIRLS Team Scores: North Bend 22, Myrtle Point 33, Coquille inc, Glide inc,

Marshfield inc.

Individual Results (5,000 Meters): 1. Sara Slade, NB, 21:43; 2. Sarah Nicholson, MP, 22:14; 3. Celeste Sinko, NB, 22:38; 4. Allison Storts, MP, 22:50; 5. Bailey Wallack, Mar, 23:15; 6. Abby Woodruff, NB, 23:38; 7. Callie Millet, Coq, 25:23; 8. Rose Hadley, NB, 27:48; 9. Maryam Qadir, NB, 28:48; 10. Eliorah Dunnavent, Gli, 29:18; 11. Elizabeth Delgado, Mar, 29:48; 12. Katie Stiles, Gli, 30:20; 13.

Hannah Long, Gli, 30:21; 14. Hayden Weekly, MP, 33:01; 15. Jenna Erickson, Mar, 33:16; 16. Lexi McWilliam, MP, 34:09; 17. Tayler Thomas, MP, 34:09; 18. Maddi Reynolds, MP, 34:09; 19. Heavenlee Reynolds, MP, 34:24; 20. Carlee Smith, Coq, 36:36; 21. Erica Thrash, oq, 37:51; 22. Aubry Hill, Gli, 38:39.

At Medford

BOYS Team Scores: Bandon 15, St. Mary’s 49, Cascade Christian inc.

Individual Results (4,500 Meters): 1. Jake Sorani, CC, 15:30; 2. Damian Avalos, Ban, 16:55; 3. Carter Brown, Ban, 17:09; 4. Andrew Robertson, Ban, 17:23; 5. Daniel Cabrera, Ban, 17:35; 6. Josh Minkler, Ban, 17:47; 7.

Ansen Converse, Ban, 17:47; 8. Logan Diaz McNeal, SM, 17:52; 9. Charlie Ells, Ban, 17:56; 10. Cody Arnold, SM, 19:00; 11. Orlando Avalos, Ban, 19:19.

GIRLS Team Scores: Bandon 15, St. Mary’s inc

Individual Results (4,500 Meters): 1. Holly Hutton, Ban, 18:58; 2. Danielle McLain, Ban, 19:59; 3. Cassie Kennon, Ban, 21:01; 4. Analies Miller, Ban, 21:04; 5. Addie Jensen, SM, 21:40; 6.

Rachel Eickhoff, Ban, 21:49; 7. Olivia Lippert, SM, 23:46; 8. Emily Bowdoin, SM, 25:22; 9. Annabelle Mayerle, SM, 26:21.

At Millicoma Marsh

BOYS Siuslaw 15, Marshfield 48 Individual Results (5,000 Meters): 1. Chad Hughes, Siu, 16:54; 2. Samuel Ulrich, Siu, 17:26; 3. Kyle Hughes, Siu, 17:46; 4. Ryan Jennings, Siu, 17:47; 5. Jaxson Jensen, Siu, 17:48; 6. Jacob Calvert, Mar, 18:17; 7. Jacob Blankenship, Siu, 18:33; 8. Brayden Linton, Siu, 18:46; 9. Dylan Jensen, Siu, 18:54; 10. Robert Kliewer, Mar, 19:02; 11. Corbin Reeves, Siu, 19:16; 12. Talan Ross, Siu, 19:42; 13. Bridger Olson, Mar, 19:48; 14. Jack Waddington, Mar, 19:58; 15. Talon Thomas, Mar, 21:03; 16. Markus Kliewer, Mar, 22:17; 17. Addison Rush, Mar, 24:52; 18. Brodie Blair, Mar, 26:39.

GIRLS Siuslaw 15, Marshfield inc Individual Results (5,000 Meters): Rylee Colton, Siu, 19:44; 2. Brea Blankenship, Siu, 20:18; 3. Bailey Wallack, Mar, 21:05; 4. Gracie Freudenthal, Siu, 21:28; 5. Jane Lacouture, Siu, 23:16; 6. Corduroy Holbrook, Siu, 23:26; 7.

Elizabeth Delgado, Mar, 26:51; 8. Jenna Erickson, Mar, 32:11.

A12 | FRIDAY, MARCH 12, 2021

The World

This week in Coos County history: March 10-13 er who had been ineligible by the Baker high school principal because his study grades were not up to the standard, as required.

100 YEARS — 1921 Drive to Roseburg to win a bet Two men find trip a strenuous one E.L. Gray and H.E. Wilcox advise anyone going over road to carry shovel and ax Making the trip from Marshfield to Roseburg to win a bet was not pleasant for two men who attempted it but they lost the bet.

The story is told in the following from the Roseburg News-Review on Monday: “Covered from head to foot with a nice thick coating of Coos and Douglas county mud, E.L. Gray and H.E. Wilcox arrived here early this morning in a flivver from Marshfield after a trip over the old Coos Bay wagon road. The two men left Marshfield Sunday morning and “hit it up” all the way until about four miles from Roseburg, when a misleading detour sign brought them up in a cow pasture amid gobs of mud. They were pulled out at this place and were soon rambling over the pavement of Roseburg. They left Coquille at 10:30 yesterday morning and arrived here at 3 o’clock this morning. Their advice to anyone contemplating this trip at this time is to get supplied with a shovel, an axe and plenty of eats. In several places they built a road. The trip was made as the result of a bet — which they won. They are coming back this way in about a month and will again tackle the road.

Suit result of creamery fire Coos River Transportation Co. is the defendant L.A. Blane asking for damages as a result of losses sustained — will be hard fought The damage suit of C.J. Searless against the City of Marshfield was scheduled to come up for trial in the circuit court following the murder case but owing to the fact that the attorneys for the plaintiff were not yet ready the case was put off.

The next business after the conclusion of the murder case to be taken up will be the trial of the case of L.A. Blane against the Coos River Transportation Company. Peck and Brand represent Blane and L.A. Liljeqvist of Portland, represents the defendants.

The suit is the outgrowth of the burning of the creamery on Coos River. Mr. Blane was in charge of the place at the time and was feeding a large number of hogs near the creamery, buying the whey from the cheese plant. Some of Blane’s buildings and property were destroyed. He claims the fire at the creamery was started by a spark from the steamer Rainbow which is run by the Coos River Transportation Company, and is consequently holding the company responsible and is suing for damages of approximately $19,000.

The case will probably be a hard fought one.

Marshfield is winner of game High school beats Heppner team at Salem Admits the team to the semi-finals for state championship scheduled for tonight A telegram received today stated that the Marshfield high school basketball team had defeated the Heppner team last night at Salem when the first of the contests for the state championship were held. The score in favor of Marshfield was 44 to 19.

This victory will admit the Marshfield boys to the semi-finals which will be held tonight.

Marshfield is not in finals McMinnville beat Marshfield 32-14 in the semifinals.

Instead of the final championship game in the State Inter-scholastic basketball tournament being played tonight between the Baker and Salem high schools as scheduled as a result of the elimination of the other teams, the Baker team was disqualified because of the admission by Coach Dewey of the Baker team that Roy Stoddard, the Baker center, whose playing was the sensation of the tournament, is not Stoddard but Blakeley, a play-

50 YEARS — 1971 Taft nudges Reedsport for Coast crown FLORENCE — The “Big Game” eluded the Reedsport Braves for the third straight season at neutral Siuslaw High Wednesday and now the Tribe is subject to the whims of the Coast League playoff jigsaw.

Despite a determined fourth quarter bid by Coach Gary Morton’s Braves, chilly shooting until that time allowed Taft to score a 48-47 victory and advance into the state AA tournament as the league’s No. 1 representative.

The contest was a playoff to resolve a regular-season tie for the league championship — both the Braves and Tigers posted 10-2 counting records.

The loss was another major disappointment for Reedsport which dropped the championship playoff game to Newport in 1969, and then fell to Myrtle Point last year in the Sunset-Coast playoff — the latter after the Tribe rampaged to a 23-0 record during the regular season.

One spot remains for the league in the enlarged 16-team tournament in Eugene and Reedsport will attempt to cover that position in another playoff game with third-place Toledo next Monday night.

Luckless shooting afield during the opening three periods, plus superb play by guard Jon Davis and 6-foot-3 Harold Browning for the Tigers, presented Taft with its first-ever trip to the state tourney.

Marshfield gets past Bulldogs 55-53 For the second straight season, North Bend made the going tough for Marshfield in the final game of the season in District 5AAA before succumbing to a narrow decision.

A year ago, the Bulldogs forced the then tournament-bound Pirates into two overtimes before dropping a 64-60 tilt; Friday night, the host Brown and Gold battled Marshfield wire-to-wire before three late free throws

by Norm Hill sealed the North Bend doom, 55-53.

In the see-saw battle that saw four ties and 10 lead changes, North Bend overcame a seven-point fourth-quarter deficit to put the pressure on the Pirates who desperately needed a victory to gain a favorable position in the event of post-season playoffs in the quest for a tournament berth.

It was Hill, Marshfield’s 5-foot-9 senior guard, who made both ends of a one-onone free throw with 18 seconds left and the second of a two-shot foul with four seconds showing that iced the win for Marshfield — the Purple and Gold’s 18th consecutive win over North Bend since 1964.

It was also the long-range gunnery of 5-foot-11 guard Bob Chiene, aided by some more outside shooting by 6-foot-1 forward Mike Hashberger, that enabled the Pirates to stay in position to claim the win at the end.

Chiene targeted 12 of 20 attempts afield for a game high — it also matches his season high — of 24 points while Hashberger was five of eight for 10 markers. Neither made a shot from closer than eight feet, Chiene’s were mostly from the 15- to 20-foot range.

North Bend countered with the inside shooting of 6-foot-4 Bob Peterson and the outside salvoing of 6-foot-1 Brad Lillebo and 5-foot-10 Terry McDougall. Peterson, who was eight for 11 from the floor, paced the Bulldogs with 17 markers, while Lillebo added 13 and McDougall 10.

Tourney berth clinched, NE playoff set Tuesday While North Bend was avoiding disaster at North Bend Friday night, the Pirates got some help in the Valley and wound up clinching a tournament berth in the annual AAA schoolboy classic in Portland March 23-27.

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in second place in the second half District 5AAA standings when Churchill upset Sheldon and first-place North Eugene blitzed South Eugene.

The Pirates, going into the Friday night round, had been in a three-way deadlock with Sheldon and South Eugene, and had they finished in the deadlock with Sheldon, would have engaged the Irish in a playoff game tonight at North Bend.

But Churchill spoiled the Irish plans by ripping Sheldon, 13-2 in the third quarter en route to a 48-39 victory. North Eugene dropped South Eugene 70-54, to give the Highlanders the second half title and allowing Marshfield to take over second-place all by itself.

The second-place and the first-half championship combination enjoyed by the Pirates assured them of a tournament berth, albeit their position has to be resolved in a playoff game Tuesday night with North Eugene.

Devils claim berth 50-46 over Bobcats A flurry of field goals by Carl Johnson early in the fourth quarter, backed by clutch points from John Mahlberg and Curtis Roberts, staked Coquille to a lead which opened the door to the AA state tournament Friday.

Checked to eight points for three quarters, Johnson pushed through four straight fielders while Mahlberg hit three points from the free throw line and Roberts added a timely goal to put the Red Devils in a nine-point, 45-36 lead with 4 ½ minutes remaining — just enough, it turned out, to give the Satans a 50-46 win over Myrtle Point.

The contest, which resolved a second-place tie in Sunset Six standings, presented Coquille its first tournament trip since 1966 — the year it won the state championship.

Coquille (16-5) joins the Bandon Tigers (18-1), who clinched the conference title two weeks ago and remained unbeaten in counting play Friday with an 84-61 triumph over Pacific, as the Sunset’s two representatives to the Eugene showdown.

20 YEARS — 2001 NB soccer field gets facelift in mitigation project Wetlands: Oregon National Guard uses project as training for equipment operators The North Bend High School soccer field is getting a facelift in a project that also will benefit wildlife in the Pony Creek area.

The Oregon Army National Guard has been working this week to turn 1.3 acres of the field below North Bend Junior High into wetlands as mitigation for the School District’s sports fields complex along Oak Street.

The area being turned into wetlands is a corner of the football practice field and also an area just south of the soccer field that has traditionally been used for parking by fans coming to games, said North Bend Athletic Director Boyd Bjorkquist.

The fill material being removed for the wetlands is being added to the soccer field and should raise the level of the field by a couple feet, Bjorkquist said.

“That should make it more playable yearround,” he said.

The National Guard is using the project for free as part of its Innovative Readiness Training program.

“We think it’s great,” Bjorkquist said.

The National Guard thinks it’s great, too.

“We use this as training opportuntiies, mainly for our equipment operators,” said Capt. Dan Brewer, the program manager for the Oregon Army National Guard’s ITP program. “There’s just no way on drill weekends they can get enough training to be proficient.”

Six members of the National Guard’s engineering division in Clackamas have been working on the project in North Bend this week. All are civilian members of the National Guard from the South Coast, including Sgt. First-Class Stacy Heathcock, who is in charge of the project locally.

“This job is really good because we are giving the soldiers a one-and-one with their equipment without having to juggle too many variables,” Heathcock said, comparing the work this week focused on just this project to training for combat missions.

North Bend airport receives federal funding Purchase: Money will be used for a new fire and rescue truck A federal grant will be used to make the North Bend Municipal Airport a safer place for flyers and the general public.

According to an announcement made Monday by Rep. Peter DeFazio, D-Ore., the airport will receive $308,000 to purchase a new rescue and fire vehicle.

“A new fire truck means improved safety services for airport employees, passengers and clients of the North Bend airport,” DeFazio said in a press release.

A taste of salsa Upbeats hope new routine brings state success Marshfield: Dance team to compete in Portland this weekend The more than 100 fans who came and cheered for Marshfield’s dance team at Monday’s final dress rehearsal before state had never seen anything like what they saw on the gym floor of Pirate Palace.

At least they hadn’t seen it out of the Upbeats.

Displaying completely new costumes — purple dresses with Latin accents in colors that match the compact disc cover to their

musical selection — the Upbeats performed their routine of part samba and part ballet to loud cheers from the crowd.

“It’s something different,” said senior co-captain Christine Lewis of the routine.

“We haven’t done anything like this.”

The dresses and Latin themes of the routine match the music by Santana.

There are a number of elements similar to modern dance, including some synchronized leaps and various formations used by the Upbeats. But from the beginning, when senior co-captain Jo Boatright gets the team started by calling out, “Uno, dos, tres,” and the team responds with a shout of “Ole!” the routine is decidedly different.

“We still wanted to have the technique and leaps and we added the ballet and salsa and put It all together,” said Boatright, who choreographed the routine with Lewis.

Boatight likes both the routine and the dresses.

"They're a lot of fun to dance in," she said.

"We like twirling the skirts around and making them flare."

From Russia with love Misdiagnosis: Family thought 7-year-old girl was a dwarf when they brought her to America REEDSPORT — Bill and Patty Moldt and their three sons — 17-year-old Matt, 13-yearold Caleb and 10-year-old Jesse — all wanted a girl to round out the family and decided to adopt.

When the Moldts learned about 7-year-old Maria Shanskaya, who had spent the last five years of her life in a Russian orphanage, they knew they'd found their girl.

According to an article in the monthly magazine of Little People of America, an organization for dwarfs and their families, Maria was blonde and blue-eyed like her adoptive father and his three sons. But, more importantly, she also had the same rare form of dwarfism that Bill and the three boys have: metaphyseal chrondrodysplasia, which stunts growth in the long bones of the body.

Although their hands, her, trunk and other features are of average size, their legs and arms are shorter.

So the very thing that made Maria unlikely to be adopted in her native land turned out to be the girl's ticket to a small town on the Oregon South Coast.

As prospective parents, Bill and Patty, who does not have the dwarfism condition, went before a Russian judge who approved the adoption last April.

At that time, they were warned that in addition to the dwarfism, Maria had poor eyesight, a profound hearing loss and two gall bladders, Patty said.

None of it turned out to be true.

After a three-hour examination at Shriners Hospital for Children in Portland, the couple learned that the only medical attention their new daughter required was dental work.

Bulldogs win tennis opener The season officially started for the boys tennis teams at Marshfield and North Bend high schools, and the results couldn’t have been much closer.

Each team won four of the eight matches played, but the Bulldogs came away on top with a 9-8 advantage in sets won on Monday at North Bend High School. The match doesn’t count toward the schools’ Midwestern League record.

The Pirates and Bulldogs have become accustomed to meeting for a “friendly” contest on the first day that the Oregon School Activities Association allows spring sports to begin. This was also the first time North Bend has defeated Marshfield in years, North Bend coach Mike Forrester said.

More important than the wins and losses, however, was the opportunity to play.

“It is nice to play,” Forrester said. “It is fun to finally get a match.”

The final tally wasn’t decided until the last point of the day between Marshfield’s Seth Beckstrom and North Bend’s Max Bernstein at No. 1 singles.

Going into the match North Bend had a 4-3 advantage in matches won, and it looked to be 5-3 after Bernstein won the opening set 6-4. Beckstrom bounced back to take the second set 6-2 before the two went toe to toe in the third and final set.

At 3-3, Bernstein won his serve at deuce to take a 4-3 lead. But Beckstrom came back to win his serve and break Bernstein to take a 5-4 advantage. Beckstrom won the next game with precision serves to take the match.

Marshfield won three of the four singles matches. Along with Beckstrom, Ben Bodkin won at No. 2 singles over Brian Nguyen (6-0, 6-0) and Felix Verser beat Karl Schroeder at No. 4 singles (6-0, 6-1).

Mike Laport had the only Bulldog victory in singles with a 6-1, 7-6 (7-3) win against Jared Ellis at No. 3 singles.

North Bend controlled doubles action, winning three of the four matches (one by forfeit).

Marshfield's Ryan Yokum and James Brant beat Mike Turowski and Andrew Stone 6-3, 6-3 at No. 1 doubles. The Bulldogs took No. 2 and No. 3 doubles with ease, however.

At No. 2 doubles, Jannik Niemer and Trevor Nitchke defeated Zach Goude and Erhan Coskun 6-1, 6-2, while Matt Johnson and Gilbert Combs beat Chris Rayne and Josh Juelke 6-1, 6-2 at No. 3 doubles. North Bend's Ryan Neal and Jay Renolds won by forfeit at No. 4 doubles.

These stories were found in the Marshfield Sun Printing Museum newspaper repository stored in Marshfield High School courtesy of Coos Bay Schools.

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It sits in a valley, alongside the Coquille River, about 15 minutes from the ocean; sheltered from the coastal weather. It is surrounded by productive timber and farmland - with world-class fishing, hunting, surfing, kayaking, and so much more - right in your backyard. The City offers many high-quality public services, in addition to our municipally-run water and wastewater systems.

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Oversees programs and services in the department to plan, construct and maintain the City’s transportation network, water and wastewater treatment, distribution and collection systems, stormwater management infrastructure, parks, and community facilities.

Coordinates with other departments on planning and development of public facilities and infrastructure in accordance with approved land use plans and development agreements.

Responsible for integrating all transportation, public utility, parks, and community services provided by the City for its citizens.

Requirements: The qualified applicant will have a combination of the following: Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in public works, engineering, construction management and/ or supervision of professional, technical, or trade staff. College degree in engineering, construction management, or related discipline. Any equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible experience.

For complete profile and application please visit: http://cityofcoquille.org/employment.php Salary Range: $66,744 to $83,508 Application Deadline: First Review Mar. 22, 2021 (Open Until Filled). Email applications materials to jobs@lcog.org. This recruitment is being facilitated by Lane Council of Governments.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF OREGON FOR COOS COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of WILLIAM B. BEARDSLEY DECEASED. Case No. 21PB01763 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Sandra Beardsley has been appointed and has qualified as Personal Representative of the above estate. All persons having claims against the estate are hereby required to present the claim, with proper documentation, within four months after the date of first publication of this Notice, as stated below, to the Personal Representative at the office of GOULD LAW FIRM, PC., 243 W. Commercial, PO Box 29, Coos Bay Oregon 97420, or the claim may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings in this estate may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, 250 N. Baxter Street, Coquille, Oregon 97423, the Personal Representative or the attorney for the Personal Representative.

Dated and first published: March 12, 2021 Sandra Beardsley Personal Representative 650 Hilltop Drive Lakeside, OR 97449 (541) 294-9989 Published: March 12, March 19, and March 26, 2021 The World & ONPA (ID:311156)

Sealed Bids for the City of Coos Bay - WWTP1 Headworks Screen & Compactor Replacement will be received electronically means only by Jennifer Wirsing, PE, City Engineer, until 2:00 PM local time on April 6, 2021 at which time the Bids received will be publicly opened and read through a streaming service. The City has implemented online bidding using the QUEST Construction Data Network. Only electronic bids will be accepted through www.questcdn.com No bids will be accepted after this time. The Project is for construction of: Project is to replace the ¾-inch, single-rake screen, compactor, and associated package controls at the Coos Bay WWTP 1 headworks with a 3/8-inch, multi-rake screen, associated compactor and new package control system. The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: City of Coos Bay. Bidding Documents may be viewed at www.

QuestCDN.com. To be qualified to submit a Bid the Contractor must obtain the bidding documents and submit their bid electronically at www.questCDN.com, QuestCDN Project No. 7643206. All pre-Bid questions and responses will be posted on QuestCDN. A mandatory pre-bid conference will be held at 11:00 AM local time March 19, 2021 11AM at the Coos Bay City Hall. This contract is for public work and is subject to ORS 279C.800 to 279C.870 regarding prevailing wage rates.

Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and to waive any technicalities or informalities in connection with the bids. No Bidder may withdraw their bid until thirty (30) days after the bid opening.

By order of: City of Coos Bay Jennifer Wirsing, PE, City Engineer Published: March 12, 2021 The World & ONPA (ID:311118) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS PROBATE DEPARTMENT In the matter of the Estate of: RUTH MATILDA WILLIAMS, Decedent.

Case No.: 21PB01352 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed personal representative.

All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the undersigned personal representative at P.O. Box 1006, North Bend, Oregon 97459, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the court, the personal representative, or the attorneys for the personal representative, Stebbins & Coffey, P.O. Box 1006, North Bend, Oregon 97459.

Dated and first published March 5, 2021.

Debbie L. Wright Personal Representative Published: March 5, March 12 and March 19, 2021 The World & ONPA (ID:310498) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF OREGON FOR COOS COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of HUGH L. BERGER Deceased.

Case No. 21PB01354 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Steve Berger has been appointed and has qualified as Personal Representative of the above estate. All persons having claims against the estate are hereby required to present the claim, with proper documentation, within four months after the date of the first publication of this Notice, as stated below, to the Personal Representative at the office of GOULD LAW FIRM, PC., 243 W. Commercial, PO Box 29, Coos Bay, Oregon, 97420, or the claim may be barred.All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings in this estate may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, 250 N. Baxter, Coquille, Oregon 97423, the Personal Representative or the attorney for the Personal Representative.

Dated and first published February 26, 2021.

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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 DARREL AFTON DISHNER, Deceased.

Case No. 21PB01738 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Craig Dishner, has been appointed personal representative.

All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the attorney for the personal representative Jacques P. DePlois, P.O. Box 3159, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the court, or the attorney for the personal representative.

Dated and first published: March 12, 2021 Jacques P. DePlois, Attorney for the Personal Representative P.O. Box 3159 Coos Bay, OR 97420 (541) 888-6338 Published: March 12, March 19 and March 26, 2021 The World & ONPA (ID:311152) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS In the Matter of the Estate of: KAY MARLENE McKENNEY, Deceased. Case No. 21PB00633 INFORMATION TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that DEBRA ROTH has been appointed personal representative.

All persons having claims against the estate of KAY MARLENE McKENNEY are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative at 2370 State St.,North Bend, OR 97459, or through her attorney, Nathan B. McClintock, at PO Box 1178, Coos Bay, OR 97420, or in person at 936 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, the personal representative, or the lawyer for the personal representative, Nathan B. McClintock.

Dated and first published on March 5, 2021.

Nathan B. McClintock, OSB #841520 Attorney for Personal Representative Personal Representative: Debra Roth 2370 State St. North Bend, OR 97459 (541) 297-1225 Nathan McClintock Lawyer for Personal Representative PO Box 1178 Coos Bay, OR 97420 Phone: (541) 269-1123 Fax: (541) 269-1126 Email: nmcclintock@epuerto.com Published: March 5, March 12, March 19 and March 26, 2021 The World & ONPA (ID:310430)

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NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Coos County 4-H and Extension Service District, Coos County, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022 will be held at 201 N. Adams St., Coquille, Oregon.

The meeting will take place on April 1, 2021 at 9:00 A.M. The purpose of the meeting is to receive the budget message and to receive comment from the public on the budget. A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained on or after April 1, 2021 at the Board of Commissioners’ office, 250 N. Baxter St., Coquille, Oregon, between the hours of 9:00 A.M. to noon and 1:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. This is a public meeting where deliberation of the Budget Committee will take place. Any person may appear at the meeting and discuss the proposed programs with the Budget Committee. URL - http://www. co.coos.or.us/ Published: March 12, 2021 The World & ONPA (ID:310488)

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TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE T.S. No.: OR-20-877312-BB Reference is made to that certain deed made by, RIEKA S. VALENTINE as Grantor to FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE COMPANY, as trustee, in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR SUNSET MORTGAGE CO.,ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, as Beneficiary, dated 11/3/2006, recorded 11/13/2006, in official records of COOS County, Oregon as fee/file/instrument/microfilm/ reception number 2006-15308 and modified as per Modification Agreement recorded 7/2/2010 as Instrument No. 2010-6142 and subsequently assigned or transferred by operation of law to Towd Point Mortgage Trust 2017-FRE2, U.S. Bank National Association, as Indenture Trustee covering the following described real property situated in said County, and State. APN: 28S1430CC02100 3154900 LOTS 1, 4, 5, 8 AND 9, BLOCK 19, WOODLAND ADDITION TO BANDON, COOS COUNTY, OREGON. Commonly known as: 960 Baltimore Avenue SE, Bandon, OR 97411 The undersigned hereby certifies that based upon business records there are no known written assignments of the trust deed by the trustee or by the beneficiary, except as recorded in the records of the county or counties in which the above described real property is situated. Further, no action has been instituted to recover the debt, or any part thereof, now remaining secured by the trust deed, or, if such action has been instituted, such action has been dismissed except as permitted by ORS 86.752(7). Both the beneficiary and the trustee have elected to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by said trust deed and notice has been recorded pursuant to Section 86.752(3) of Oregon Revised Statutes. There is a default by grantor or other person owing an obligation, performance of which is secured by the trust deed, or by the successor in interest, with respect to provisions therein which authorize sale in the event of such provision. The default for which foreclosure is made is grantor’s failure to pay when due the following sum: TOTAL REQUIRED TO REINSTATE: $21,905.60 TOTAL REQUIRED TO PAYOFF: $280,611.12 Because of interest, late charges, and other charges that may vary from day-to-day, the amount due on the day you pay may be greater. It will be necessary for you to contact the Trustee before the time you tender reinstatement or the payoff amount so that you may be advised of the exact amount you will be required to pay. By reason of the default, the beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by the trust deed immediately due and payable, those sums being the following, to- wit: The installments of principal and interest which became due on 9/1/2019, and all subsequent installments of principal and interest through the date of this Notice, plus amounts that are due (if applicable) for late charges, delinquent property taxes, insurance premiums, advances made on senior liens, taxes and/or insurance, trustee’s fees, and any attorney fees and court costs arising from or associated with the beneficiaries efforts to protect and preserve its security, all of which must be paid as a

condition of reinstatement, including all sums that shall accrue through reinstatement or pay-off. Nothing in this notice shall be construed as a waiver of any fees owing to the Beneficiary under the Deed of Trust pursuant to the terms of the loan documents. Whereof, notice hereby is given that QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON, the undersigned trustee will on 6/22/2021 at the hour of 11:00 AM, Standard of Time, as established by section 187.110, Oregon Revised Statues, at the Main Entrance to the Coos County Courthouse, located at 250 North Baxter Street, Coquille, OR 97423 County of COOS, State of Oregon, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the said described real property which the grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by him of the said trust deed, together with any interest which the grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said trust deed, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the trustee.

Notice is further given that any person named in Section 86.778 of Oregon Revised Statutes has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the trust deed reinstated by payment to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of said principal as would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, trustee’s and attorney’s fees and curing any other default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the obligation or trust deed, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale. Other than as shown of record, neither the beneficiary nor the trustee has any actual notice of any person having or claiming to have any lien upon or interest in the real property hereinabove described subsequent to the interest of the trustee in the trust deed, or of any successor in interest to grantor or of any lessee or other person in possession of or occupying the property, except: Name and Last Known Address and Nature of Right, Lien or Interest Rieka Valentine PO Box 96 Bandon, OR 97411 Original Borrower For Sale Information Call: 800-280-2832 or Login to: www.auction.com In construing this notice, the singular includes the plural, the word “grantor” includes any successor in interest to this grantor as well as any other person owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by the trust deed, and the words “trustee” and “beneficiary” include their respective successors in interest, if any. Pursuant to Oregon Law, this sale will not be deemed final until the Trustee’s deed has been issued by QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON. If any irregularities are discovered within 10 days of the date of this sale, the trustee will rescind the sale, return the buyer’s money and take further action as necessary. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the

Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations.

Without limiting the trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the trustee’s sale. NOTICE TO TENANTS: TENANTS OF THE SUBJECT REAL PROPERTY HAVE CERTAIN PROTECTIONS AFFFORDED TO THEM UNDER ORS 86.782 AND POSSIBLY UNDER FEDERAL LAW. ATTACHED TO THIS NOTICE OF SALE, AND INCORPORATED HEREIN, IS A NOTICE TO TENANTS THAT SETS FORTH SOME OF THE PROTECTIONS THAT ARE AVAILABLE TO A TENANT OF THE SUBJECT REAL PROPERTY AND WHICH SETS FORTH CERTAIN REQUIRMENTS THAT MUST BE COMPLIED WITH BY ANY TENANT IN ORDER TO OBTAIN THE AFFORDED PROTECTION, AS REQUIRED UNDER ORS 86.771. TS No: OR-20-877312BB Dated: 2/11/2021 Quality Loan Service Corporation of Washington, as Trustee Signature By: Jeff Stenman, President Trustee’s Mailing Address: Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington 108 1st Ave South, Suite 202, Seattle, WA 98104 Toll Free: (866) 925-0241 Trustee’s Physical Address: Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington 108 1 st Ave South, Suite 202, Seattle, WA 98104 Toll Free: (866) 925-0241 IDSPub #0173182 3/12/2021 3/19/2021 3/26/2021 4/2/2021 Published: March 12, March 19, March 26 and April 2, 2021

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING - CASE FILE AMD 1-21: PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE CITY OF NORTH BEND COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO UPDATE THE TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM PLAN (TSP) AND TO AMEND THE TEXT OF NORTH BEND CITY CODE TITLES 10, 17, AND 18 TO UPDATE TRANSPORTATION-RELATED LAND USE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS TO COMPLY WITH THE UPDATED TSP The City of North Bend Planning Commission will hold a remote public hearing on Monday, March 22nd at 7:00 pm in the City Hall Council Chamber, 835 California Avenue to consider proposed amendments to the City’s transportation-related goals, policies, and regulations.

Applicable Criteria: Chapter 18.84 NBCC .

Subject Property: City of North Bend city limits The Planning Commission shall make a recommendation to City Council on this matter. Comments and objections may be submitted orally and in writing. You must notify staff of your intent to participate in the meeting no later than 1:00 p.m. on the day of the hearing. Failure of an issue to be raised in a hearing, in person, or by letter, or failure to provide statements or evidence sufficient to afford the decision maker an opportunity to respond to the issue precludes appeal to the board based on that issue.

Further information, including how to participate in the meeting, may be obtained by contacting Chelsea Schnabel, City Planner at 541-756-8535 or visiting the City website at the following link: https://www.northbendoregon.us/ pc/page/planning-commissionmeeting-60.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING - PROPOSED STREET VACATION CASE NO: VAC 1-21 The City of North Bend Planning Commission will hold a remote public hearing on Monday, March 22nd at 7:00 pm in the City Hall Council Chamber, 835 California Avenue to consider the possible vacation of right-of-way, that portion of 12th Street as originally platted on the Map of Woodlawn Addition to the City of North Bend, recorded in Original Plat Book 3, Page 52, records of Coos County, Oregon, lying south of Lot 16, Block 7, and north of Lot 1, Block 14, all in said plat, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the southwest corner of Block 7, said plat; thence, along the south line of Lot 16, said Block, easterly for a distance of 117 feet to the southeast corner of said Lot 16; thence, along a prolongation of the west line of the alley in said Block 7, southerly for a distance of 66 feet to the northeast corner of Lot 1, Block 14, said plat; thence, along the north line of said Lot 1, westerly for a distance of 117 feet to the northwest corner of said Block 14; thence, along the east line of Oak Street, northerly for a distance of 66 feet to the True Point of Beginning. Primary Petitioner: Lance Burfield .Application Filed: February 11, 2021 Comments and objections may be submitted in writing. Written comments and oral public comment requests must be submitted by 1:00 p.m. on the day of the hearing. Failure of an issue to be raised in a hearing, in person, or by letter, or failure to provide statements or evidence sufficient to afford the decision maker an opportunity to respond to the issue precludes appeal to the board based on that issue. The Planning Commission shall make a recommendation to City Council on this matter. Further information, including how to participate in the meeting, may be obtained by contacting Chelsea Schnabel, City Planner at 541-756-8535 or visiting the City website at the following link: https://www.northbendoregon.us/pc/page/planningcommission-meeting-60.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS PROBATE DEPARTMENT CASE No. 21PB00307 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS In the Matter of the Estate of David Alan Schreiber, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Janis Elaine Moore has been appointed 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 PO Box 979 Bandon, OR 97411 within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, as stated below, or such objections may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings in this estate may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, the personal representative, or the attorney of the personal representative.

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Janis Elaine Moore Personal Representative Manuel C. Hernandez, OSB #874123 Attorney for Personal Representative P.O. Box 979 Bandon, OR 97411 541-347-2911 Fax: 541-347-3656 Email: lawtalk@visitband.com Published: March 12, March 19 and March 26, 2021 The World & ONPA (ID:311310) ---------------------------------------------

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-----------------------------NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Scottsburg Rural Fire District, County of Douglas, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022, will be held at Scottsburg Fire District Building, 33237 OR Highway 38, Scottsburg, 97473. The meeting will take place on March 21, 2021 at 2:00 pm. The purpose of the meeting is to receive the budget message and to receive comment from the public on the budget.

This is a public meeting where deliberation of the Budget Committee will take place. Any person may appear at the meeting and discuss the proposed programs with the Budget Committee. A copy of the budget document may be obtained by March 17, 2021 by sending a request to: Kochva14112@gmail.com.

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NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Coos County Library Service District, Coos County, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022 will be held at 201 N. Adams St., Coquille, Oregon. The meeting will take place on April 1, 2021 at 9:00 A.M. The purpose of the meeting is to receive the budget message and to receive comment from the public on the budget.

A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained on or after April 1, 2021 at the Board of Commissioners’ office, 250 N. Baxter St., Coquille, Oregon, between the hours of 9:00 A.M. to noon and 1:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. This is a public meeting where deliberation of the Budget Committee will take place. Any person may appear at the meeting and discuss the proposed programs with the Budget Committee. URL - http://www.co.coos.or.us Published: March 12, 2021 The World & ONPA(ID:310486)

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A public hearing on a proposed supplemental budget for the Coos County Airport District for the current fiscal year will be held on Thursday March 18, 2021, at 7:30 a.m., in the District’s boardroom at the Southwest Oregon Regional Airport’s Main Hangar Building, 1321 W Airport Way, North Bend. The purpose of the hearing is to discuss the supplemental budget with interested persons. A copy of the supplemental budget document may be inspected or obtained on or after March 10, 2021 at the Airport’s terminal building between 8:00am and 5:00pm.

To complete construction, a loan was obtained for $1,400,000, which was $300,000 more than budgeted. $500,000 less than expected was expended in the 2019/2020 budget year.

To accept the CRRSA grant and pay off a loan in the General Fund and transfer funds to pay off a loan in the DHS Fund.

To accept the CRRSA grant and pay off a loan in the General Fund and transfer funds to pay off a loan in the DHS Fund.

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Bridge Has anyone published a book that contains the world's best proverbs? If so, I hope this one from Ireland made the cut: "Don't break your shin on a stool that is not in your way."

Many players would trip over the stool in this deal. How should South play in seven hearts after West leads the spade king?

If this deal was played at 20 tables, you would probably get 20 different auctions and at least six final contracts: small and grand slams in no-trump, hearts and diamonds.

In this auction, South reversed with two hearts, which showed longer diamonds than hearts and at least 17 points. Four clubs was

a splinter bid agreeing hearts, showing at least game-going values and a singleton or void in clubs. When South, out of ideas, jumped to six hearts, North felt that his wonderful diamonds and three firstround controls justified raising to seven hearts.

South realized that the only problem would be a 4-0 trump break, which would make communications difficult.

After a minute or so, South spotted the best line. He put up dummy's spade ace and discarded a diamond (the critical play). He led a heart to hand, uncovering the bad split, ruffed the club jack on the board, played a second trump to hand and ruffed the club queen.

Dummy's diamond ace was cashed, and dummy's last heart led to hand.

Now declarer cashed his fourth heart and the club ace, discarding the diamond king and diamond queen from the board. He claimed the remainder with his four diamond winners. Cute!

CB Library will host fair for volunteers Virtual event on March 31 provides chance for people to meet with organizations looking for volunteers

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Mira Kent, left, opened Sailor Selkie’s Street Shop earlier this month. The new shop also gives Loren Osborne the chance to continue her career in a spot one door down from the place she’d always dreamed of.

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COOS BAY — Mira Kent was visiting a friend in Coos Bay when she came across a storefront for rent on Anderson Avenue.

“I walked by this space just in passing and kind of did a double take,” Kent said.

A tattoo artist in Portland at the time, Kent decided to take a leap: She called the building’s landlord the same day, and pitched her idea. They quickly worked out the details, and soon Kent was packing her two cats to move to Coos Bay. “I just kind of fell in love with the way it is out here,” she said.

Now, Sailor Selkie’s Street Shop is open for appointments, and Kent and Coos Bay native Loren Osborne are making plans to build a community with their location.

Osborne wasn’t a part of Kent’s original plan to open the shop — but when the Reedsport tattoo shop Osborne worked for closed, she knocked on the door and asked Kent if she could join the new space.

“She was down here doing her thing, getting set up,” Osborne said.

“I think I totally scared the crap out of her.”

Both Kent and Osborne are dedicated to the art they do — but more so, they’re looking forward to connecting with clients and the community.

“Especially during a time when so much is outside of our control, (getting a tattoo means) being able to reclaim that kind of space,” Kent said.

Kent always knew she liked to draw, but tattooing wasn’t originally her goal. She wanted to make comic books, but after leaving art school for personal reasons, an apprenticeship at an old-school walkin tattoo shop changed her mind.

“It made me see that there’s, for lack of a better word, more to it,” Kent said.

And after six years tattooing in Portland, Kent, who grew up in Santa Cruz, wanted to return to her ocean-side roots.

“I really missed the ocean,” Kent said. “It’s weird to be away from it for so long.”

Osborne, on the other hand, has never spent much time away from the ocean — she was often homesick during her nine months away from the South Coast for tattoo school, she said.

But she’d always been intent on the career.

“I knew by the time I was 11 years old it was the thing I wanted to do for the rest of my life,” Osborne said. “I started looking at tattoo schools way before I got out of high school.”

Her dream? Her own tattoo shop, in the storefront at the corner of Anderson and U.S. Highway 101, where Organic Glass Art & Gifts now sits.

She got pretty close — Sailor Selkie’s is next door, separated by just one wall.

Born and raised in Coos County, Osborne had worked at Tye Dye Tattoo in Reedsport after tattoo school. But when the store’s owner decided it was time to retire late last year, Osborne was out of a place to tattoo her growing list of clients.

Coos Bay Public Library will host a free Virtual Volunteer Fair on Wednesday, March 31, from noon-2 p.m. via Zoom. Fair will include organizations from Coos and Curry counties. At 1 p.m., Stacey from South Coast Oregon Connects will demonstrate how to post volunteer opportunities on community website (southcoastconnects.org).

Virtual Volunteer Fair will be an excellent opportunity to make connections with local organizations looking for volunteers. Individuals looking to become more involved in their community and learn new skills are encouraged to attend.

Volunteer in the community to meet people, learn new skills and expand resumes while helping others.

Attendees can drop-in any time between noon and 2 p.m. and can ask organizations questions in a group setting or 1-on-1 via Breakout Rooms.

This event is free and open to all members of the public. Call 269-1101 for further information.

Poetry concert set for April 17 Sailor Selkie’s Street Shop is located at 115 Anderson Avenue in Coos Bay.

Sailor Selkie is the new tattoo shop’s mascot. Kent wanted something nautical to name the shop after, and settled on the “seal folk” of Norse That is, until someone suggested she knock on Kent’s door in downtown Coos Bay, just yards away from where she’d dreamed about running a shop one day.

“Next thing I know I’m 25 and getting what I wanted to do,” Osborne said.

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The event will feature Albert Garcia, Patricia Clark and local poet Thomas Mitchell. The link for the concert is https://us02web. zoom.us/j/87474565468, which will also be available on the library website and Facebook page.

Garcia is the author of three books of poems — “Rainshadow,” “Skunk Talk” and “A Meal Like That,” as well as the textbook “Digging In: Literature for Developing Writers.” His poems have appeared in journals including Prairie Schooner, North American Review, Southern Poetry Review, Willow Springs and Poetry East. He lives in California and is vice president of instruction at Sacramento City College.

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Every year, I conduct a one on one conversation with each of the 21 elected members of the Chamber Board which we call director chats.

The purpose is to get their sense of where the organization is at and where it’s headed. Let me share some of those insights with you through their own comments.

Membership Outreach • Let’s figure out how to invite and welcome entrepreneurs to our community. Folks need to know how to get through the hoops.

• We need to supply the information and support for those trying to

establish new businesses, especially for young entrepreneurs.

• Would like to see our members be the chamber’s billboard for membership.

• We should build the pride in being a member. That will be a focus of the upcoming membership blitz.

• To create a bigger footprint in the community, we need to focus on membership. Help them see what we do for them • Face to face time with our members is important.

• With our membership invoices we should include a small thank you card or membership anniversary celebration.

Advocacy • Our chamber fights for a change in our community and looks at all sides of issues. A good example was the BEST bond healthy debate.

• Appreciate the process of determining how we take positions for the chamber.

• There is a lot of LAT activity which seems very promising.

• The chamber is an advocate for community and business.

• It’s good we are more involved with advocacy for business issues.

• LAT is huge especially for small business. We are looking out for their

Morse places second in chess tourney Frank Morse took second place in this weekend’s Chess for Success 8th grade statewide tournament. Morse has been actively preparing for this event, entering nearly all chess tournaments available to the Coquille Chess Club players. He is hoping to do even better in the state tournament scheduled in April, working hard to be the Oregon Junior High representative for the National Barber Chess Tournament.

Next weekend is the Chess for Success High School Statewide Tournament with Joshua Grabinsky and Riley Jones signed up and ready to play.

The Oregon Chess Team League started its formal tournament on Thursdays and March 4, Coquille beat Wilson team B. This week, Coquille will compete against Junction City.

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Clark is the author of “Self-Portrait with a Million Dollars,” her sixth book of poems, as well as three chapbooks, including “Deadlifts.” She recently retired after 30 years of teaching in the writing

interests. We should advertise that benefit better to them.

LAT is the Legislative Action Team of your Chamber.

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Remember our business is helping your business. And like us on Facebook!

(Timm Slater is executive director of the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce. For more information on your Chamber, email timmslater@oregonsbayarea.org.)

Marshfield Seventh-Grade Honor Roll 4.0 GPA Maya Aguirre, Skyler Belzer, Daniel Bowling, Luke Bright, Joseph Buehner, Hunter Cowan, Maddalyn Croff, Abigail Erb, Angeles Gabriel-Kutsch, Britney Herrera, Justin Holmstedt, Eva Joyce, Ana Lemmons, Marina Mascarenas, Jailend Moore, Peyton Perkins, Chloe Runn, Logan Shipman, Jorja Stewart, Arrayah TyreGault, Shannon White.

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from his latest collection, “Where We Arrive,” which was just released by Lost Horse Press. Copies can be purchased at www. losthorsepress.org. His first collection of poems, “The Way Summer Ends,” was published in 2016 and his second collection, “Caribou,” was released in April 2018. He was the featured American poet in the Sumer

Principal’s List (3.0-3.49) Benjamin Aley, Azura Beckett, Isabella Breymeir, Braedyn Caldera, Garron Castro, Chase Coolidge, Christian Cottell, Denzel Crisanto, Jordan Davies, Sydni Davis, Breanna Dominguez, Alexander Dunning, Mallory Edd, Liam Foxworthy, Shailyn Gardiner, Cameron Gaudette, Jayme Girtman, Arabella Horstman, Isabella Johnson, Kayden Loper, Robert Lucacik, Wesley Muffett, Lane Olsen, Aldo Perez, Emma Potts, Brooklyn Reis, Madison RobertsCristi Rodgriguez-Aguirre, Brayden Sanne, Bryson Selzer, Camden Thomas, Eirik Vickoren, Remyk Villalejo, Jayce Waterman.

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department at Grand Valley State University in Michigan, where she also was the university’s poet in residence. Her recent work has been published in journals including Plume, Blackbird, Barrow Street and Lake Effect. She has two anthologies: “Show Us Your Papers” and “Rewilding: Poems for the Environment.”

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Mackenzie Bishop, Cara Butlin, Lola Davidson, Camillah Ford, Jesse Frichtl, Jasmine Gabriel-Kutsch, Nivella Godinez, Gunner Goergen, Joseph Herring, Myla Johnson, Mika Kister, Gannon Mahaffy, Tristen Matthews, Kyrlee Pancheri, Brody Ramey, Melanie

Rodriguez-Gomez, Nikayla Smith-Bacon, Chandler Wyatt,

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2020 edition of The High Window, and was the featured poet in the Salem Poetry Project’s February concert.

For more information on this event and other library programs, contact the library by phone at 541-756-0400 or email ddouglas@coastlinelibrarynetwork.org or visit http://northbendoregon.us/ library.

The American Red Cross will hold four blood drives in Coos County as part of an effort throughout March.

The first in March 18 from noon to 5 p.m. at Coquille Valley Hospital.

The other three are in the Bay Area — on March 22 from 1 to 7 p.m. at 7 Devils Brewing in Coos Bay, on March 23 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Church of

Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in North Bend, and March 31 from noon to 5 p.m. at The Mill Casino-Hotel in North Bend.

There are no appointment times left for some of the local drives.

To learn more or sign up for a drive, visit https://www. redcrossblood.org/give.html/ find-drive

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Siskiyou Mountain Club seeks interns After an exceptional 2020 season, the Siskiyou Mountain Club is hiring interns for their 2021 Wilderness Conservation Corps, an intensive summer program that includes 47 days of field work restoring the region’s most remote and spectacular backwoods trails. More information and applications are available at siskiyoumountainclub.org/wcc2021.

Field crews will be dispatched on 10-day projects in the RogueUmpqua Divide, Red Buttes, Siskiyou and Kalmiopsis federal wilderness areas. Crews camp out and live on the trail for that time. The work includes removing brush and debris, digging out buried trail tread and using old-fashioned crosscut saws to remove trees that have fallen on trails. Interns receive a $1,500 monthly educational stipend and are eligible for a bonus.

Interns receive on-the-job training, certificates and credentials recognized by federal land agencies. The program is recognized by the Conservation Service Corps and the 400 service hours can be used as a qualification element in federal jobs. The club provides housing on days off.

In 2020, Hector Avendano was hired onto the crew and traveled from his home in Las Vegas and ended up deep in the Kalmiopsis Wilderness on the remote Madstone Cabin Trail.

“It was rough around the edges,” Hector said while reflecting on a 10-day work hitch working in 100-degree heat. “But you work your way through it and you get to see places hardly anyone else does.”

Avendano started working as soon as he could legally, and probably a little before that.

“I grew up helping my parents out with whatever jobs they had,” he said.

He also worked in the Wild Rogue Wilderness Area, but his favorite project was in the highlands of the Siskiyou Wilderness along a mountain ridge that splits California’s Smith and Klamath rivers.

“We wanted to get this project done,” he said. “There were some days we were walking back into camp at 9 p.m.”

“Successful applicants are those in honest pursuit of a personal and professional challenge,” said Executive Director Gabriel Howe. “There’s no getting around it: This is tough work and most people aren’t up for it.”

He said the program is the heartbeat of the organization and the Corps is responsible for the hardest to reach and most difficult projects.

Interns must be 18 and over, able to hike 10 miles with 50 pounds, and perform other duties of the job, and Howe says he’s hiring for leadership.

“We need to grow our staff in the coming years to meet the growing demand for our work,” he said.

The club works mostly in the Siskiyou Mountains of Southwest Oregon and Northwest California. The area is known for its rugged mountainscape, biodiversity and vast tracts of federal wilderness. The nonprofit helps manage approximately 350 miles of trails throughout over 500,000 acres of wilderness.

2020 marked the organization’s 10th-year in operation.

Howe said he’s hoping to have hiring wrapped up by mid April. Read more and apply at siskiyoumountainclub.org/ wcc2021/.

Kent was nervous about bringing someone on board, not knowing if there’d be enough interest to keep them both busy. But Osborne assured her the community would be interested, and the pair’s already booked a handful of appointments in their first week.

The pandemic brought challenges for both Kent and Osborne — tattoo shops were completely closed by the state for the first several months of virus lockdowns, and both had to find other work while they waited for restrictions to ease up.

“Not being able to do it makes you appreciate it that much more,” Osborne said.

Now, shops are open again, but they still require appointments in advance, and capacity indoors is limited. That means some of Osborne and Kent’s favorite clients, like spur-the-moment tattoos or groups of friends, are on hold.

“It totally just jerks my heart strings,” Osborne said.

Brought together by different backgrounds but with their shared interest in the art, Kent and Osborne hope they’ll be able to do more of those kinds of things when pandemic restrictions clear up.

“Once this pandemic is over, we’re going to be craving that really social event kind of thing,” Kent said.

The goal is to run regular flash events — days when tattoo shops offer a set of limited-edition designs — and raise money for area charities, Kent said.

She’s also looking for art to feature on the shop’s walls, hoping to support local artists with rotating features of their work.

Kent said the new shop will be different than the tattoo culture she experienced in Portland.

There, Kent said many tattoo artists are sought after because of their specific style — but she’s hoping to tailor a client’s tattoos to their wishes and offer a memorable experience.

“Really, I just like art for people,” Kent said.

And the chance to open a new shop to do it fit her goals perfectly.

“It would be a dumb move not to do it,” Kent said. “It just felt like it was meant to be.”

For Osborne, the new shop gives her a chance to do the work that’s more than just work for her.

“It definitely goes further than just skin deep,” Osborne said.

Sailor Selkie’s Street Shop is open by appointment Tuesday through Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. at 115 Anderson Avenue. Appointments can be made by calling 541-808-3920 or emailing sendittoselkie@gmail.com.