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Pandemic picks up in county COOS COUNTY — As of Monday afternoon, Coos County has 63 confirmed COVID-19 cases. There are also 17 presumptive cases, or cases that are believed positive but are awaiting confirmation from the Centers for Disease Control. During Monday’s press briefing from Coos Health and Wellness, epidemiologist Brian Leon said there have been 38 cases in the past 28 days since June 29. The county has seen three total hospitalizations, though only one is currently hospitalized. “There are no deaths so far,” Leon said. Leon provided a breakdown of

the 10 cases seen in the county since last Monday, stating: Adult male over 60 years old, no known ties to previous COVID-19 cases, moderate level of exposure to others before isolation, was hospitalized but has since been discharged, and does have increased risk due to underlying conditions. Adult male under 40 years old, currently a presumptive case and connected to a known outbreak, and has had moderate exposure to others before isolation. Adult male between 40 and 60 years old, currently a presumptive case and tied to a known outbreak, and has had moderate exposure to others before isola-

tion. Adult female over 60 years old, confirmed case, no known ties to previous COVID-19 cases, and moderate exposure to others before isolation. Adult male over 60 years old, confirmed case, also tied to a previous case, has had moderate exposure to others before isolation, and is at an increased risk due to underlying conditions. Adult female under 40 years old, confirmed case, tied to a known outbreak, and has had moderate exposure to others before isolation. Adult male over 60 years old, confirmed case, no known ties to previous COVID-19 case, mod-

erate exposure to others before isolation, and likelihood of travel exposure. Adult female over 60 years old, confirmed case, no known ties to previous COVID-19 case, moderate exposure to others before isolation, and travel exposure likely. Adult female under 40 years old, confirmed case, no known ties to previous COVID-19 case, and had high exposure to others before isolation. Male under 18 years old, tied to a known outbreak, and has had low exposure to others before isolation. Coos Health and Wellness

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Circles in the Sand

Amy Moss Strong, The World

Visitors to the beach Friday morning enjoyed Circles in the Sand labyrinths drawn by artist Denny Dyke and volunteers on the beach during a minus tide below the Face Rock viewpoint in Bandon. Dyke has adjusted his draws so people can safely social distance. The next draws will be at 8 a.m. Aug. 4 and 5, and 9 a.m. Aug. 6 and 7. Learn more about Circles in the Sand on Facebook or www.sandypathbandon.com.

Celebrating Pride Month during a pandemic JILLIAN WARD The World

SOUTH COAST — Last year, Pride Month was celebrated over an entire weekend. This past June, the new coronavirus pandemic drastically changed how Pride Month was celebrated. Even though there couldn’t be an event, Southern Oregon Coast Pride activist Jamar Ruff said that “We wanted to keep the momentum going.” “It threw us off not having Pride Day, but how do we keep engaging?” he asked, looking back on the dilemma. Youth from Q&A of Coos County, a grassroots organization that creates a safe place for LGBTQIA+ youth and their allies, nominated advocates to showcase every two days in the community. The last person would be recognized as a trailblazer. “It shows a collective of so many different people attached to so many different organizations and shows Coos County is supporting its local LGBTQIA+,” Ruff said. “We had a Facebook page where we hosted it and an Instagram. Pride was celebrated on social media.” Pride Month In an email to The World, Ruff spoke about Pride Month’s history. It begins on June 1 to commemorate the Stonewall Riots, which took place at the end of June in 1969. Those riots fought for equal rights for the LGBTQIA+ community. “As a result, many Pride events are held during (June) to recognize the impact LGBTQIA+ people have had in the world,” Ruff wrote. The allies showcased last Please see Pride, Page A8

Charleston Ice Plant project nears completion The World COOS BAY — The Oregon International Port of Coos Bay is in the final weeks of construction of the Charleston Ice Plant rebuild project, which is scheduled to reopen in August. Work on the project began in December of 2019 following a catastrophic fire which destroyed the former plant. Port staff, in conjunction with contracted engineers, architects and construction firms have worked as expeditiously as possible to restore access to commercial grade flake ice for the commercial and recreational fishing fleets in Charleston, according to a press release from the Port. “Successfully completing this

work in the timeframe we have is truly a testament to the Port’s commitment to the Port District and the fishing community of Charleston,” said Port CEO John Burns, adding, “Access to ice is critical for a number of West Coast fisheries to keep their catch fresh until it reaches market.” Installation of the vapor barrier, which wraps the exterior of the building, was completed Monday, July 20. This week, following installation of the barrier, sleepers will be affixed to the exterior of the facility to provide a surface to attach the exterior siding, stated the release. Work that remains on the exterior of the facility includes installation of the siding and roofing as well as attaching the external stair-

well. On the interior building, welders will be connecting the various ice making equipment components with custom piping. Additional electrical work and plumbing will also take place on the interior of the facility. The new plant will increase ice making and storage capacity to ensure adequate access for resident and traveling fishing fleets. Storage capacity will increase from 115 to 158 tons, and production from 2 to 5 tons per hour. The added production will improve service delivery time in the high seasons, increasing availability and reducing potential delays due to high demand versus production ratio. In addition, the new ice-mak-

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Installation of the vapor barrier, which wraps the exterior of the building, was completed Monday, July 20.

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