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Local chamber of Surprises hidden commerce welcomes in rural America new leader BY BREE LAUGHLIN The World

The Bay Area Chamber of Commerce is welcoming Rosey Thomas as the organization’s new executive director. Thomas is longtime Coos County resident and has served on the Coos Bay/ North Bend Rotary with the chamber’s previous director Timm Slater, who is leaving for retirement. Thomas said she has spent the past 12 years in telecommunications managing retail stores and being a sales coach. “I loved supporting these businesses but I needed a change of pace because the job brought a lot of travel and working in different cities,” Thomas said. The new executive director said she is thrilled to be in a new position where she can continue to support businesses in her own community. The Bay Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC) is a non-profit, professional organization made up of the Coos Bay, North Bend and Charleston business communities. The chamber works to create a strong business voice, promote business and improve the economy of Oregon’s Bay Area. “I’ve been here for about 27 years and I love it here – the ocean, the way the community works together on problems and supports each other – even the fun banter between North Bend

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and Coos Bay can be exciting to watch,” Thomas said. “So I can't wait to support these teams and see how I can help the community grow,” she said. Thomas said she has plenty of goals for her new position as executive director of the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce, including making the website more user-friendly for business members, meeting with board members and plotting a course for the

organization’s future. “A lot of work is going to get done on planning our future this year. So, it's going to be a great year and a season for change,” the executive director said. “We want to lay out a map of where we want to be and how we get there,” she said. Thomas said coming in to Rosey Thomas continued on page 3

Community prepares for Point-In-Time Count BY BREE LAUGHLIN The World

Local agencies are preparing for a yearly event that provides a snapshot into the number of people who are experiencing homelessness in Coos County.

The Point-in-Time count is mandated by the Federal government, and includes those who are unsheltered, as well as those who are in emergency shelter, transitional housing, and Safe Havens. These counts are carried out to better understand

homelessness and housing needs in the community. This year, it will be conducted on Jan. 24 in North Bend, Coos Bay, Charleston, Lakeside and Powers; and on Jan. 25 Point in Time continued on page 4

Jake and Kelly pack new supplies onto their bikes Wednesday before leaving Mingus Park after an interview with volunteers during the annual Point In Time count in 2020 in Coos Bay. Volunteers throughout the county spent several days interviewing the homeless in their communities and doling out food and supplies during the event.

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One of the things I’ve learned from living in Coos Bay for over 30 years is that, in a small town, you never know who you are going to run in to. I grew up in Ann Arbor, Michigan (yes, that football team) where I finished most all of my schooling and medical training before moving to Chicago for surgical residency. From that point. I liked the idea of Oregon and initially moved to Grants Pass to work with a physician who’d trained at the same institution in Chicago. That practice was not busy enough to support three doctors, so I took an opening in Coos Bay, initially working at North Bend Medical Center. Seven years into this job there was an opening back in Ann Arbor and, as many people do, returned to my hometown. After a very short time you realize that some places are nice to have come from. Having already become a “West coaster,” I moved back to Coos Bay. Still, for a while I still had a one-foot out mentality, and did short stints in Las Vegas, Portland and even Medford, none of which had the same fit. I’ve been back in Coos Bay committedly since 1997. There are so many factors involved in why people eventually decide to settle where they do, either during or after their careers. And on this premise, even in a small town, you never know who is going to walk through your door on any given day. For the Oregon coast, the most obvious reasons to live here are the friendly people, the undeniable natural beauty and the open space with complete lack of crowding. There’s so much to be said for the absence of congestion. If you’ve spent any time stuck on I-5 around Portland these days (which always seems to have a multi-mile traffic jam in at least one direction) you really appreciate the beauty of an area where the biggest traffic delay is at the Dutch Brothers drive through. For me, the odd thing about not knowing who is walking through my door, is that you frequently do not realize, often for many months or years into the medical relationship, who the person is you are actually seeing. Rather than just their medical history, what is their personal history? Who were they

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before they hit the Medicare roles and ended up in my office. This especially came to mind with the passing of one of our patients who we’d known for probably a decade. And it wasn’t until one of my staff members decided to Google his name a few years back that we knew who we’d been caring for. Our patient was Captain Don Walsh. For those who never heard of Don Walsh, he was a Navy submarine pilot, the one who held the record for the deepest dive in history. Amazingly, his dive was completed over 60 years ago, to the deepest part of the ocean, a place called the Marianas trench to a depth of 35,813 feet. This was at a time where diving technology wasn’t nearly what it is today. Put in perspective that’s over 7 miles, straight down, or the same altitude flown by commercial aircraft only in the other direction, and under the immense pressure of water. This feat was essentially the equivalent landing the space shuttle on the moon, the very first time. This record stood for over 50 years until barely broken by movie director/ adventurer James Cameron in 2012, during a dive project where Don was called up as Mr. Cameron’s principal advisor. Since his historic dive, Don remained active as a leading expert in oceanography, he was our American Jacques Cousteau. Even into his late 80’s Don was still travelling 20+ times per year to give lectures or advise groups in his area of expertise. He was recently called on for his opinion after the OceanGate submarine disaster involving the tourist group exploring the Titanic. It was a memorable interview, short and painfully accurate. Regardless of his accomplishments, Don remained a very humble person. When asked though, he had amazing stories and was a great storyteller. His medical visits were always much longer than expected because I just wanted to listen to him. Which brings up the second point of this article, we never knew who he was or what he’d done until we brought it up. Other people who have come through the office included an 80-year-old lady who was once the Harley drag racing national champion (and this at a time way before women were doing that kind of thing). It was hard to wrap my head around the fact that the elderly lady sitting in front of me once did this. For those who remember the Smothers Brothers, Tommie’s sister used to come in from time to time. We also see a retired rocket scientist who was instrumental in the design of the space shuttle, Silvester Stallone’s boxing trainer for the Rocky movies (I got a photo signed by Sly) and a member of the country’s original SWAT team who Dr. Charles Hurbis continued on page 12

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Thursday 12/28: North Bend • 2:10 pm, counterfeit money, 1800 block of Newmark Street. • 2:56 pm, criminal mischief/hit and run accident, 2200 block of Newmark Street. • 2:57 pm, fraud, 1500 block of Virginia Avenue. • 4:42 pm, family dispute, 3700 block of Spruce Street. • 6:36 pm, hit and run accident, Virginia and Meade Street. • 7:26 pm, disorderly conduct, 2200 block of Newmark Street. • 9:14 pm, disorderly conduct, 1500 block of

Virginia Avenue. • 9:25 pm, fraud, 3200 block of Tremont Ave. • 9:30 pm, 44 year old male transported to Coos County jail on warrant, Deadmans Curve. Coos Bay • 2:08 am, loud music, 300 block of S Wasson. • 9:35 am, 44 year old male cited for driving while suspended, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue. • 10:40 am, 32 year old female transported to Coos County jail on warrant, behind 3000 block of Leaf Terrace. • 11:55 am, animal

abuse, 1200 block of Newmark. • 12:08 pm, dog bite, 400 block of N Marple St. • 2:06 pm, criminal mischief, 300 block of Anderson Avenue. • 2:54 pm, disorderly conduct, 800 block of N Bayshore Drive. • 2:56 pm, 35 year old male transported to Coos County jail on warrants, Newport Lane. • 3:26 pm, disorderly conduct, 500 block of Anderson. • 4:11 pm, 36 year old male transported to Coos County jail on two counts felon in possession of a weapon, 800 block of S 2nd St.

• 4:57 pm, fraud, 1000 block of S Broadway St. • 5:07 pm, 31 year old female cited for theft III, 1000 block of S 1st St. • 6:59 pm, 62 year old male transported to Coos County jail on warrant, 1000 block of S 1st Street. • 7:09 pm, theft, 1100 block of Oregon Avenue. • 9:20 pm, 18 year old male cited for driving while suspended, S 1st and Johnson. • 9:38 pm, 43 year old male cited for driving while suspended, 300 block of Anderson. • 9:53 pm, 44 year old male transported to Coos County jail on

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warrant, 800 block of California Avenue. • 10:24 pm, 55 year old male transported to Coos County jail on warrant, Newmark and Morrison. • 10:26 pm, located wanted subject, Curtis and Broadway. • 11:07 pm, theft of stamps, 1600 block of Newmark Avenue. Coquille • 4:56 pm, shoplifter, 200 block of W Highway 42. • 10:14 pm, 62 year old male arrested and transported to Coos County jail on criminal trespass II, 200 block of W Highway 42.

Friday 12/29: Coos Bay • 12:01 am, 29 year old male arrested and transported to Coos County jail on warrant, 1200 block of Ocean Blvd. • 2:03 am, 36 year old male cited for driving while suspended, 63000 block of Highway 101. • 2:03 am, illegal fireworks, S 7th and Ingersoll. • 4:26 am, 48 year old male transported to Coos County jail on warrants, S Empire and Nicholls. Coquille • 12:12 am, disorderly conduct, Central and City Hall.

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Clinton “Buddy” J. Hacker Jr. March 27, 1942 – December 28, 2023

Clinton John Hacker Jr., 81, of North Bend, known to most as “Buddy”, passed away on December 28, 2023. A Celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, March 30, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at the Back Alley in North Bend. Born March 27, 1942 in Cass City, Michigan, the son of Clinton and Mary Ellen Hacker, Buddy was the oldest of seventeen children. Raised on a Michigan farm, he learned early on that “dawn ‘til dusk” was a partial day’s work. It was a work ethic that he carried with him throughout his life. Buddy enlisted in the Navy in March 1962 and was stationed aboard the USS Helena CA-75 in San Diego, California. He transferred to Naval Air Facility Adak, Alaska and then to US

Naval Facility Coos Bay, Oregon. He was honorably discharged in June 1966 at the rank of Yeoman Third Class. While stationed in Coos Bay, he met Glenda McAlpine and they were married in 1965. They settled in the Coos Bay, North Bend area, where they raised three sons. Buddy was an avid bowler, softball and pool player, and was highly competitive in everything he did. “If you aren’t there to win, why be there at all?” He, along with Glenda, devoted over forty years in support of Bay Area baseball programs. Coaching from pee wee to Babe Ruth, and assisting with American Legion, many area players (his sons included) will remember the “constructive

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the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce as the new executive director opens up a good opportunity for board members and business members to position themselves where they want to be. “It's a great time for them to tell me what their needs are fresh and let fresh eyes be on the problems and then we'll just attack this year together,” she said. Thomas said the organization has strong base with 542 members of the local business community – and there is also room for growth. She said she has been impressed with the local business communities ability to come together to support each other through events like ribbon cuttings and Wednesday business luncheons. “I really enjoy seeing the different businesses that are involved, and how the business owners come to support each other and show up to each other’s events,” Thomas said. “It’s really giving me a heart to help and serve them and find ways to make improvements where they want. It’s going to be a great year for the chamber,” she said. More information about the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce, as well as upcoming events, can be found on their website at CoosBayNorthBendCharlestonChamber.com.

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in Myrtle Point, Coquille and Bandon. “The reason it's called a point in time count is because it occurs on one specific night at the end of January,” said Erik Schirmer, project manager with the Homeless Response Office in Coos County. “That number then determines the amount of federal funds available to local organizations in the form of grants from HUD,” he said. These counts are conducted by a Continuum of Care, local or regional planning organizations that receive federal funding and work to coordinate efforts to end homelessness. They rely on groups of volunteers to conduct the count. Oregon Coast Community Action and The Homeless Response Office in Coos County are leading the event, but organizers say it is a community effort. “The number of different organizations that are all coming together in order to do this is truly astounding,” said Schirmer. “There are so many organizations involved, including faith-based organizations. It's a pretty incredible coordinated event to have all of these different entities working together,” he said.

Schirmer said this is a testament to how many people in the community care about the issue of homelessness. Oregon has one of the highest rates of homelessness, and the governor has declared a state of emergency due to homelessness. Those involved in the Point-in-Time count said they strive to get as accurate of data as possible, because the results they get directly correlates with the amount of funds the community will receive to provide resources. Coordinators use a specific methodology and training to carry out the Point-In-Time Count. They start by going to places where resources or services are being provided. “We have several counting locations where unhoused people tend to show up, like at the Devereux Center in Coos Bay. Then, we try to time those with places where services are being provided such as food banks. Volunteers will be staffing those locations and interviewing people as they show up,” Schirmer said. “The other piece (of the Point-In-Time Count) is what we call the brush count, where a select group of volunteers actually head out and hike through the woods to the various homeless camp locations and conduct interviews there,”

Above: Volunteers Dorene Dalton, right, and Jay Brown walk along a trail Wednesday at Rooke-Higgins County Park as they look to document the homeless population during the annual Point-in-Time count in Coos Bay. he said. Volunteers collect demographic information from those who are experiencing homelessness. This year, volunteers are being provided with training prior to the event. “We've always asked people to be courteous, be kind, be respectful, don't conduct the interview like an inter-

Jake and Kelly, left, check in Wednesday with volunteers during the annual Point In Time count at Mingus Park in Coos Bay. Volunteers throughout the county interviewed the homeless in their communities and doled out food and supplies during the event. rogation… things like that. But for the group of people who head out into the woods, we always make sure that there is someone that's done that before,” Schirmer said. “We have a group of people who have done

the brush count over several years and have a great deal of experience with that. We also often recruit someone who is unhoused or recently unhoused in the community to go with us as well,” he said. The information

received from the PointIn-Time Count gets fed into a big database and submitted to HUD (U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development). “The biggest thing that makes the count go is volunteers,” Schirmer

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The Coos County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Program recently submitted a grant application to “The Emma Loves Dogs Foundation.” On December 12, the K9 program was picked as the 9th recipient of a $1,000 grant as part of their 12-day-of-Christmas giveaway. These funds will go towards training, re-certification costs, and overall maintenance of the Sheriff’s Office K9’s Poe and Cena. The Coos County Sheriff’s Office is 100% community and grant funded. If you would like to donate to the pups, please see below. Coos County Sheriff’s Office K9 Program 250 N. Baxter Coquille, Oregon 97423

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Please email worldcirculation@countrymedia.net to submit an event. Prints every Friday in The World! Odyssey 2024 Challenge Through April 15th Contact: Frances Smith, President of CCFoPH, 541-297-0841 The Coos Odyssey 2024 challenge starts January 1st and goes through April 15th. The Coos County Friends of Public Health is hosting this fundraising event, and registration is now open at www.ccfoph.org. It’s a fun way to achieve fitness goals in the New Year. Participants “race” around Coos County, and track their actual exercise activities on the virtual route of 229 miles. Miles can be counted for many types of activities, e.g., walking, biking, running, swimming, pickleball, bowling, and dance. Joining a team with friends, family or colleagues can help with motivation to maintain daily exercise and finish the course. Cost to participate is $25 (plus a $2.50 signup fee), and the proceeds will help Coos County families in need through the Nurses’ Purse fund at Coos Health and Wellness. The sponsors supporting this fundraising event are Banner Bank, First Community Credit Union, NW Natural, Bigfoot Beverages, Advanced Health, 7 Devils Brewing Co., Wild Coast Running Co., Blue Ridge Strategies, Eva and Steven Shimotakahara, South Coast Striders, and the Coos History Museum. -----------------------------Tangled Woods 6 pm, January 12th & 13th; 2 pm, January 14th Sawdust Theatre The Myrtle Point Jr/Sr High Drama Presents the play "Tangled Webbs" by Michal Jacot. Friday Jan 12 at 6pm, Saturday Jan 13 at 6pm, Sunday Jan 14 at 2pm. A man finds out his birth family is the wealthy Webb family. The day he arrives to reintroduce himself happens to be the day his older brother is getting married at the family mansion. What is supposed to be a happy occasion turns to chaos through a series of miscommunications, intentional sabotage, and flying foofi's. Come join the Myrtle Point Drama Troop as they share the laughs, tears, bumps, falls, relations, and copious amounts of coffee of the Webb Family in "Tangled Webbs" by Michal Jacot. Published by Eldridge Publishing Co. -----------------------------Introduction to Crabbing 11-12:30 pm, January 13th, 10-11:30 am Jan. 24th & Feb. 21st South Slough Reserve Introduction to Crabbing January 13 (11:00 a.m.12:30 p.m.), January 24 (10:00 to 11:30 a.m.), February 21 (10:00 to 11:30 a.m.) Come learn about the amazing life cycle of crabs, their importance to the local economy and the various techniques for capturing this delectable Crustacean. Dress for the weather and meet at the Charleston Visitors Center. [Max-12] FREE -----------------------------Birding at Millicoma Marsh Trail 10-12pm Jan. 17th & Feb. 28th South Slough Reserve Birding at Millicoma Marsh Trail January 17 & February 28 (10-12:00 p.m.) Come enjoy great views of the bay and one of the best birding spots in Coos County. Interpreter, binoculars and spotting scopes provided. Dress for the weather.

Meet in the parking lot directly behind Millicoma Intermediate School on 4th Ave. [Max - 15 participants] FREE -----------------------------ASL Practice Place 12 pm, January 18th Coos Bay Public Library has partnered with instructor, Kandy Bergquist, to offer ASL PRACTICE PLACE via Zoom (virtual meeting software). Bergquist teaches American Sign Language and Signed English at Southwestern Oregon Community College. She has worked with the deaf and hard of hearing as an interpreter, classroom aid, and Speech Pathologist. We meet every third Thursday of the month @ 12:00pm. Next event: Thursday, January 18. Program is for those who wish to practice their ASL conversational skills and help other learners in a friendly setting. Attendees will have the opportunity to sign in ASL as a group for one hour in a casual, informal environment. This is NOT a class, but we will provide ideas for conversational topics. Beginners are welcome. Let’s sign! This program is FREE and open to anyone who wishes to sharpen their ASL conversational skills. Register for this event @ https://bit.ly/3m6j2WG -----------------------------Unlimited Book Club 6 pm, January 18th Thursday, January 18 at 6:00 pm, the Unlimited Book Club will meet on Zoom. Unlimited is a joint venture of the Coos Bay Public Library and the North Bend Public Library. We formed to encourage awareness and foster community discussions on equity, diversity, and inclusion through reading and thoughtful conversation. Unlimited meets every third Thursday of the month. This meeting will be an opportunity for members to meet and discuss our next title, selected by book club members, Our House Is on Fire: Scenes of a Family and a Planet in Crisis by Greta Thunberg, Svante Thunberg, Malena Ernman, Beata Ernman. Suggestions for future readings will come from members of Unlimited. Those interested are invited to attend the meeting, there is no obligation to stay. To receive Zoom link for meeting, register for free @ https://bit.ly/3R6E57M -----------------------------Monthly Pattern Drawing Class 2 pm, January 19th North Bend Public Library Learn how to draw a new contemplative pattern every month with artist Jenni Legate at the North Bend Public Library! Every third Friday, Jenni will teach a different pattern and attendees will have time to relax and practice this beautiful and meditative art form. Paper and pencils will be provided, but attendees are encouraged to bring their own supplies. No prior artistic experience is necessary. The third Friday of every month, starting January 19 at 2:00 PM. This event will be held in the Conference Room at the North Bend Public Library. This program is designed for adults. For more information, visit www. northbendlibrary.org or call (541) 756-0400. -----------------------------The Boarding House Ranch 7 pm, January 19th & 20th Sawdust Theatre The Coquille High School

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Drama Presents the play "The Boarding House Reach" Written by Donald Payton Heuer Publish LLC Directed by Michael Warncke. Friday Jan 19 at 7pm, Saturday Jan 20 at 7pm. This comedy tells the tale of the Maxwell family and their well-meaning but troublesome son Lucas. Mom and Dad go out of town for a business trip, leaving Lucas and his sister’s home on their own. Enterprising young Lucas, who is motivated to make some cash in order to buy a bicycle, takes this opportunity to rent out the house by running an ad in the newspaper. Quickly, the house fills up with a cast of comical characters. When Mom and Dad come home early due to a forgotten briefcase, chaos ensues! Doors open at 6:30 pm. Free show - Donations graciously accepted -----------------------------Nature Journaling on Saturday Mornings 10-12 pm, January 20th Mingus Park Gazebo & Stage 10-12 pm, January 13th & 20th South Slough Visitor Center 10-12 pm, February 3rd & 17th John Topits Park (Hull St. entrance) 10-12 pm, February 10th & 24th Mingus Park Gazebo & Stage Nature Journaling on Saturday Mornings (10 am to Noon) January 6 & 20: Mingus Park Gazebo & Stage, Jan. 13 & 27: South Slough Visitor Center, Feb. 3 & 17: John Topits Park (Hull st. entrance), Feb. 10 & 24: Mingus Park Gazebo & Stage Join us in nature journaling-based activities focused on local ecosystems, watersheds, and nature exploration! This is an extremely effective and engaging way to build observation skills, curiosity, and creative thinking. Led by AmeriCorps member, Ashtin Bowden, who delivers the Estuary Explorers after-school program in Coos Bay and North Bend. Bring a journal or make one with us. Slough Reserve will be featuring specially licensed nature films on the big screen with popcorn followed by guided nature hikes. Attend either programs or just one -your choice! -----------------------------Guided Nature Hike 2-4 pm, January 20th South Slough Reserve Guided Nature Hike January 20 (2-4 p.m.) Join us after the film for a chance to stretch your legs and explore the flora and fauna of the Reserve. The 1.5-mile loop is well maintained and relatively flat. (Free) -----------------------------Comedy Show 7 pm, January 24th Sawdust Theatre Comedy Show presented by Soul of Wit. Wednesday, January 24 at 7pm. STAND UP COMEDY AT SAWDUST THEATRE Tickets, Wed, Jan 24, 2024 at 7:00 PM | Eventbrite. January 24, 2024 Show Tickets. -----------------------------Sleep and Health 10-11 am, through January 25th Discover the importance of restorative sleep, and the effect of food on sleep patterns. Thu Jan 25 online free webinar, 10-11 am, PST. Pre-registration not required. Join online: https://beav.es/q7Y -----------------------------Community Cooking with the Co-Op

5:30 pm, January 25th Coos Bay Public Library, in partnership with Coos Head Food Co-op, will co-host COMMUNITY COOKING WITH THE CO-OP every fourth Thursday at 5:30pm on Zoom (virtual meeting software). Next event: Thursday, January 25. Coos Bay Library has teamed up with Coos Head Food Co-op to provide safe, easy, and healthy recipes to create at home. Join us virtually for this fun community event! This time, Sam Baugh, Community Engagement Manager at Advanced Health, and his daughter Alex, will be making Pasta! This event is FREE and open to everyone. For ingredients and access, please register by going to https://bit. ly/3powyqG -----------------------------A Kid’s Indoor Snowball Fight 4 pm, January 26th North Bend Public Library The North Bend Public Library is hosting a Kid's Indoor "Snowball" Fight. Children will have the opportunity to perfect their aim with “snowball” target practice and games followed by an epic "snowball" fight using our snowball pom poms. Hot chocolate and snacks will be served after the activities. It’s going to be SNOW much fun! Friday, January 26 at 4:00 PM. This event will be held in the Meeting Room at the North Bend Public Library. This event is for families with children. For more information, visit www. northbendlibrary.org or call (541) 756-0400. -----------------------------Gardening for the Bees (and the Birds) 11-12 pm, January 27th South Slough Reserve New! Speaker Series: Gardening for the Bees (and the Birds). January 27 (11:00 a.m. to Noon) Join Xerces Society Ambassador, David Kollen, for an informative presentation and discussion about the decline of critical insect species and landscaping ideas to help restore critical habitat. (Free) -----------------------------My, What a Circus or Keep Your Big Hands off my Bigfoot 2 pm & 7 pm, Jan. 28th, 6:30 pm, Jan. 29th, 7 pm, Jan. 30th Sawdust Theatre 56th Sawdust Theatre Season presents: "My, What A Circus” or “Keep Your Big Hands Off My Bigfoot”. PLAY AUDITION DATES: SUNDAY, JANUARY 28TH AT 2:00PM, MONDAY, JANUARY 29TH AT 6:30PM. OLIO AUDITION DATE: TUESDAY, JANUARY 30TH AT 7:00PM. KICKOFF PARTY: SATURDAY, JANUARY 28th AT 7PM. The Kick-off Party is the perfect time to come by, enjoy some food, and get to know the Theatre and the Volunteers. And, hopefully you will become one of our Volunteers. So please come on out and support the Theatre and let’s get this season up and running, and everyone have some FUN. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED BUT UNABLE TO ATTEND AUDITIONS OR INTERESTED IN OTHER DEPARTMENTS, OR WANT MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 541-396-4563 or 360-970-8171 -----------------------------Stories behind the Names: South Coast Geography January through February Coos History Museum Our ever-popular Winter

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Class is back in 2024! After a one-year hiatus, The Coos History Museum will be hosting its winter class. This 8-week lecture series “Stories behind the Names: South Coast Geography”, will take place every Monday evening at 6:30 pm-7:30 pm from January 8th-February 26, 2024. Join Steve Greif on Monday evenings at the Coos History Museum for a deep dive into the interesting origins of local place names in Coos County. The course will offer a look at local history centered on geographic themes and the stories behind local place names. About our presenter: Steve Greif is a retired North Bend High School teacher that has written a history of North Bend High as well as a twovolume U.S. History text for students. He is a volunteer at the Coos History Museum and is extremely knowledgeable on local history topics. This program will be hosted in-person at the Coos History Museum with an admission price of $75 for CHM Members and $80 for the general public. This price covers the entire course of eight sessions. All proceeds support the Coos History Museum’s Annual Fund. Pre-registration is required as space is limited for this popular program. Reservations can be made by phone at 541-756-6320 or register in person at the museum’s front desk. Established in 1891, The Coos County Historical Society is an Oregon 501(c)3 not for profit organization and the 2nd oldest historical society in the State. For more information about the Society and the Coos History Museum, visit cooshistory.org or email info@cooshistory.org. -----------------------------Lego Building Program 12-1:30 pm, February 3rd & March 2nd Coos Bay Public Library Looking for a rainy-day activity? This winter, the Coos Bay Public Library will offer a series of building programs using Lego® building blocks. The program will be offered the first Saturday of every month (January 6, February 3, and March 2) from 12:00pm until 1:30pm. Participants will use the library’s brick collection to create. All children under the age of twelve must be accompanied by an adult. For additional information about programs being offered by the Coos Bay Public Library please contact the library by calling (541) 269-1101 x 3606 or visit the library’s website at https:// www.coosbaylibrary.org/. -----------------------------Gold & Silver Falls Hikes 10-3:30 pm, February 10th South Slough Reserve Gold & Silver Falls Hikes February 10 (10 a.m. -3:30 p.m.) Discover Hidden gems in the dense emerald forests of southwest Oregon, Golden and Silver Falls are transformed by the winter rains into raging giants. During the 3 mile, moderately strenuous, hike we will explore the falls and rich natural and cultural history of this special place. Things to bring: rain gear, sturdy waterproof shoes/ boots, camera, water bottle, lunch and snacks. We will provide transportation from Coos Bay. [Max 10] FREE -----------------------------Birds on the Estuary 10-11:30 am, Feb. 14th South Slough Reserve Birds on the Estuary February 14 (10:00 a.m.

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Sunday Worldwide Morning Worship..........................10:30 am Unity Worldwide Min Catholic Catholic Unity Ministries Christian Science Salvation Army Christian Science Salvation Army Youth Group Wednesday ......................... 5:30-7 pm Catholic Catholic Unity Unity Worldwide Worldwide Ministries Ministries Catholic Unity Worldwide Worldwide Ministries Ministries Christian Christian Science Salvation Salvation Army Catholic Unity Christian Science Science Salvation Army Army Christian Science Salvation Army Catholic Catholic Unity Unity Worldwide Worldwide Ministries Catholic Catholic Unityunity Worldwide Worldwide Ministries Ministries holy redeemer -north bend unity by the Ministries bay Christian Christian Science Science Salvation Salvation Army Christian Christian Science Science Salvation Army Christian sCienCe soCiety the salvationArmy army holy redeemer -north bend by the bay nbpresbyterian.org “Honoring “Honoring diversity diversity and the many many paths paths to to God. God. 2250 2250 16th 16thREDEEMER St. St. (West (West off off Broadway) Broadway)  541-756-0633 541-756-0633 HOLY - North Bend holy redeemer -north bend unity and by the the bay Christian sCienCe soCiety the salvation army

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Mary “Mare” Lee Burke to create new spaces, to any number of arts and crafts projects. She loved being surrounded by animals and rescued multiple cats and dogs. Most of all, Mare was kind, loving and giving. After Nick was grown, she worked at Coos Bay School District in the IT Department. When Mare moved to Lenexa, she was employed as a Forensic Researcher at Chickasaw Nation Industries. Mare is survived by her husband, Patrick Burke, Coos Bay, OR; son, Nick (Camille Hook) Burke, Portland, OR; siblings, Sue (Grant) Sager, Olathe, KS and Tom (Cindy) Siler, St. Charles, MO; nieces, Jennifer (PJ) Johnson, Parkville, MO and Julie (Chris) White, Grain Valley, MO; and nephews, Frank Siler, Chris Siler, and Jack Siler, all from St Charles, MO. She was preceded in death by her parents. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 20, 2023 at Aldersgate United

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Methodist Church, 15315 W 151st St, Olathe, KS 66062 at 1:00 pm. Friends of Mare are welcome to greet her family following the services. Her ashes will be scattered on the coast of Oregon at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions in Mary’s memory be made to Friends of Coos County Animals, P.O. Box 911, Coos Bay, OR 97420 by mail or online via PayPal by going to this link: https:// friendsofcooscountyanimals.org/ donate

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Lois Gay Forrester January 29, 1941 – December 11, 2023

Lois Gay Forrester, 82, of North Bend, Oregon, died at her home on December 11, 2023. She will long be remembered by many as a teacher in the North Bend School District for 30 years. While she was an outstanding teacher, her greatest joys were being a wife, mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother. Lois was born to Lee and Leta Sundbaum on January 29, 1941 in North Bend. When she was in Middle School, her family opened a small grocery store on Virginia Avenue called Bangor Food Center. She began working there at the age of 12. Lois graduated from North Bend High School in 1959 where she was voted the “Girl of the Year” in her class. She was active in the Job’s Daughters International organization as well as numerous activities in her time at NBHS. Upon graduation, Lois met the love of her life and her future husband, David Forrester. Together, they worked locally for a year before deciding to go into the field of education. They graduated together from Southern Oregon College in 1963 and came home to North Bend to begin their teaching careers, their first jobs being at Lakeside Elementary. A year later, Lois moved in town to begin teaching at Bangor Elementary School. There, she

taught various grades but always said that 3rd grade was her favorite. Some of you reading this will have had Mrs. Forrester for a teacher. Please know that she loved you all and loved being a part of your life. Thank you for being a part of hers. She valued the relationships that she had with many of her colleagues as well. She taught for 30 years in North Bend before retiring in 1993. Lois and David lived in North Bend with their two sons and loved being Bulldogs! They enjoyed living in the Bay Area where they were constantly busy with outdoor activities. One of her joys in life was spending time in her garden. Lois was an avid walker and found time nearly every day to put in at least a mile somewhere around town. During the summers they left the coast and spent much of their time in Central Oregon on the Metolius River and at South Twin Lake with Lois’ sister, Marge Lampe and her family. Rarely were Bill and Mary Jane Rush and their family not with them. This past summer, Lois was able to drive herself home from South Twin, showing she could still be independent. Lois was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, David as well as her parents, Lee and Leta Sundbaum; her brother, Bob; brotherin-law, Bruce Forrester;

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June 27, 1958 – December 16, 2023

Mary “Mare” Lee Burke, 65, of Lenexa, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, December 16, 2023, surrounded by her family. She was born on June 27, 1958 in Hays, Kansas to Eugene and Normalee (Christie) Siler. Mare spent her childhood in Hays, Kansas and graduated from Hays High School in 1976. While attending Fort Hays State University, Mare met and married her husband, Patrick, on January 26, 1978. Their son, Nick, was born later that year. After living in Russell, Kansas and Fort Morgan, Colorado, Patrick’s job moved them to Coos Bay, Oregon. Mare loved living in the Pacific Northwest, especially watching the big storms come in from a cliff at Shore Acres State Park outside of Coos Bay, and kayaking the local rivers. Mare was an accomplished cook and avid reader. She could tackle any project she set her mind to; from tearing out walls

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and her best friend, Mary Jane Rush. She is survived by her son, Mike Forrester and his wife, Wendy and their children, Kale, Jordan (and husband, Sean Vasquez) and Cooper; son, Steve Forrester and his wife, Erika and their sons, Ryan and Aidan. Lois also had three great grandchildren, Oakley Forrester, Henry Vasquez and Scarlett Vasquez. Lois is also survived by her sister, Marge Lampe and her husband, Dick and their sons, Chuck, Ken and Greg; her brother-in-law, Robert Forrester and his wife, Kathleen and their sons, Bob Jr. and Paul; sister-in-law, Hae Sook and sister-in-law, Carol Raye Sundbaum and her children, Rhonda, Lori and Terry. At her request, there will be no public service held for Lois. Instead, her family will gather this summer in some of Lois’ favorite places around Oregon to spread her ashes while sharing stories and enjoying a glass of Chardonnay.

Kathy Diefenbaugh took her last breath on Earth and passed into the loving arms of Jesus on December 27, 2023. She lived a full life devoted to her family and to the service of others. She will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her story is a beautiful example of a woman whose life was drastically changed by the grace of Jesus Christ and she would want anyone reading to know that His grace is offered freely to them as well. Kathleen Elizabeth Burnett was born on January 18, 1947 in Los Angeles, California to parents, Mark and Gertrude Burnett. The granddaughter of immigrants, daughter of a WWII Veteran and a spunky homemaker, and the middle child with two brothers, Kathy had a lot of pluck and resilience in life. She was an athlete through her high school years, playing softball, basketball, and volleyball, and she even got the opportunity to practice with the Olympic volleyball team in Southern California. She graduated from St. Bernard's High School in Los Angeles in 1965. When she was 19, she met Thomas Diefenbaugh while on a drive with a friend looking for cute boys (spoiler: she found one!) and they were married on July 30, 1966. She had always wanted to be a mom and she fulfilled that dream by becoming a loving mother to her four kids. In 1971, Kathy and Tom accepted Jesus after having the gospel shared with them by a couple with a local church outreach who came to their door in Southern California. From that time, they committed to serving Jesus and their lives

her husband, Thomas Diefenbaugh; children and their spouses, Kristen DeAndrea and husband, David, Paul Diefenbaugh, Scott Diefenbaugh and wife, Megan, Aimee MacHugh and husband, Bill; twelve grandchildren and their spouses, Jaden Diefenbaugh, Haley Schel and husband, Jared, Alec Diefenbaugh, Talia Ward and husband, Austin, Samantha Axall, Kyler Diefenbaugh and wife, Olivia, Ethan Diefenbaugh, Ella Diefenbaugh, Elias DeAndrea and wife, Daelynn, Carter Axall, Brennan Diefenbaugh, Fasika DeAndrea; two great grandchildren, Thomas Schel and Xander Ward; brothers and their spouses, Mark Burnett and wife, Cheryl, Michael Burnett and wife, Kelly; and many friends. In lieu of flowers or other gifts, we would ask that you consider following this link to make a donation to the South Coast Gospel Mission where Kathy so enjoyed volunteering for the last ten years. https://www southcoastgospelmission. org/donate A Memorial Service for Kathy will be held on Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 1 pm at Skyline Baptist Church (3451 Liberty Street, North Bend, OR 97459) for anyone who would like to attend.

Virginia McNerney (Valentine) Boyd Marcum September 3, 1922 – December 23, 2023

Virginia, age 101, of Lakeside, passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2023 in Salem. Her sons, Jim and Val Boyd were with her. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Grace and her husbands, Ralph Boyd and Roy Marcum. It was as graceful a departure as could have been hoped. Virginia was born in Myrtle Creek, Oregon, the second child of Grace and Warren “Val” Valentine. She graduated from Myrtle Creek High School. She met Ralph Boyd of Riddle, Oregon and Concrete, Washington. He was called away to

Roger H. Scott A celebration of life for Roger H. Scott, 73, of Coos Bay died November 13, 2023 in Allegany will be held Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 5:00 PM at the North Bend Lanes & Back Alley Pub 1225 Virginia Ave. North Bend. Cremation rites will be held at Ocean View Memory Gardens Crematory, Coos Bay under the direction of Coos Bay-

were forever changed. When Kathy eventually moved to North Bend, Oregon, she was a proud homemaker, mom, and wife. Many locals will also remember her as the manager of the One Way Christian Bookstore from 1983 to 2005. She loved doing crossword puzzles, playing solitaire, baking and decorating cakes, cross-stitch sewing, reading, and caring for her flowers in her backyard garden. She also had lots of fun on trips to the East Coast to visit friends or to show her grandkids the historical sites. When her children were grown, she poured much of her time into friendships with ladies from her church and indepth Bible studies. She was also a wonderful grandma to her twelve grandkids and two great-grandkids. She bought each of them special Christmas ornaments every year and was always up for a game of Phase 10 whenever they stayed at her house. From October 2013 to the present, she was a volunteer at the South Coast Gospel Mission in Coos Bay, Oregon, which is a local homeless outreach center and shelter. She was kind and caring toward the residents, but sassy enough to hold her own with some of the stronger personalities that came to the shelter. She was a cancer survivor, selfless volunteer, loving wife of 57 years to Tom, and beloved mom, grandma, great-grandma and friend. She is now rejoicing in Heaven and will be deeply missed. Kathy was preceded in death by her parents, Mark and Gertrude Burnett and her beloved aunt, Marion “Dede” Bell. She is missed by

the Navy by WWII. After a harrowing experience at sea, he returned and, they were married in Winchester Bay while on sick leave. Living in Reedsport, Virginia raised 3 children and worked at many jobs ending up as a Teller at Umpqua National Bank for 27 years. She was active in Eastern Star, attended the Reedsport Church of God, and loved to dance at every opportunity. She and Ralph moved to Lakeside for work. Ralph passed in 1982 after a short retirement. Surprised by love again, she met Roy Marcum of Coquille and remarried.

She quickly formed a strong and loving relationship with her step-children. Roy also preceded her in death. She loved all of her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION Notice is hereby given that the Oregon International Port of Coos Bay will conduct a public auction at 4:00 p.m. on January 25, 2024. Sealed bids for the auction items will be received until 4:00 p.m. at the Charleston Marina ofﬁce, at which time the sealed bids will be opened and publicly awarded to the highest bidder to satisfy moorage and/or storage charges for which the Port has possessory chattel lien under the provisions of ORS 87.152 through 87.212. All reasonable bids will be considered. The description of the items, the name of the owners or reputed owners of such items, and amounts due on the liens are as follows: Lucaina Camarillo Contents of Storage Unit #054 $1,937.17 Yvonne Calvert Contents of Storage Unit #016 $1,409.47 Sealed bids will be stamped in date order and must have the bid numbers clearly marked on the envelope. All items can be viewed by appointment only on January 24, 2024, 9:00am11:00am and 2:00pm4:00pm. Please call the Charleston Marina at 541-888-2548 to schedule an appointment. The purchasers will be required to remove the purchased items from Port property within ﬁve (5) working days. Oregon International Port of Coos Bay Charleston Marina PO Box 5409 Charleston, OR 97420 Telephone: (541) 888-2548 Publish: January 12 and 16, 2024 The World and ONPA (ID:382302) ------------------------------------A regular meeting of the Board of Directors of Central Lincoln PUD will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday January 17, 2024 at 2129 N. Coast Hwy. Newport, Newport. To review the meeting agenda, please go to clpud. org. Customers interested in attending the meeting virtually can email info@ clpud.org to make a request. Published on January 12, 2024 The World and ONPA (ID:382290)

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TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE TS No.: 169296 APN: 6597600 Reference is made to that certain deed made by Stephen Mitson, A Married Man as Grantor to First American Title, as Trustee, in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as designated nominee for Quicken Loans Inc. as Beneficiary, dated 11/03/2018, recorded 11/07/2018, in the official records of Coos County, Oregon as Instrument No. 2018-10755 in Book xx, Page xx covering the following described real property situated in said County and State, to wit: See attached exhibit A EXHIBIT “A” Order No.: 180370156 THE LAND REFERRED TO HEREIN BELOW IS SITUATED IN THE CITY OF COOS BAY, COUNTY OF COOS, STATE OF OREGON AND IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: LOT 1, BLOCK B, SUBDIVISION OF LOTS 1, 2 AND 3, BLOCK 9, FIRST ADDITION TO MARSHFIELD, COOS COUNTY, OREGON, TOGETHER WITH ANY PORTION OF THE VACATED ALLEY, WHICH WAS VACATED BY ORDER RECORDED MAY 6, 1954, IN BOOK 233, PAGE 658, RECORDS OF COOS COUNTY, OREGON, WHICH WOULD INURE BY OPERATION OF LAW. APN: 6597600 Commonly known as: 1211 Minnesota Ave, Coos Bay, OR 97420 The current beneficiary is Rocket Mortgage, LLC f/k/a Quicken Loans, LLC f/k/a Quicken Loans Inc. pursuant to assignment of deed of trust recorded on 6/9/2023 as Inst No. 2023-03735 in the records of Coos, Oregon. The beneficiary has elected and directed successor trustee to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by said trust deed and notice has been recorded pursuant to Section 86.752(3) of Oregon Revised Statutes: the default for which the foreclosure is made is the grantor’s failure to: Make the monthly payments commencing with the payment due on 03/01/2023 and continuing each month until this trust deed is reinstated or goes to trustee’s sale; plus a late charge on each installment not paid within fifteen days following the payment due date; trustee’s fees and other costs and expenses associated with this foreclosure and any further breach of any term or condition contained in subject note and deed of trust. 1. By the reason of said default the beneficiary has declared all obligations secured by said deed of trust immediately due and payable, said sums being the following, to wit: Principal balance of: $88,413.43; 2. Interest through 12/8/2023 in the amount of: $3,623.31 3. Pro Rata MIP/PMI Advances in the amount of: $81.52 4. Escrow Advances in the amount of: $4,055.19 5. Suspense Balance in the Amount of: $680.00- 6. Total Fees in the amount of: $142.00 7. Accumulated Late Charges in the amount of $72.63 8. Recoverable Balance in the amount of $2,218.73 9. Together with the interest thereon at the rate 5.1250000% per annum until paid; plus all accrued late charges thereon; and all trustee’s fees, foreclosure costs and any sums advanced by the beneficiary pursuant to the terms of said deed of trust. The principal sum of 88,413.43 together with the interest thereon at the rate 5.1250000% per annum from 02/01/2023 until paid; plus all accrued late charges thereon; and all trustee’s fees, foreclosure costs and any sums advanced by the beneficiary pursuant to the terms of said deed of trust. Whereof, notice hereby is given that the undersigned trustee will on 04/17/2024 at the hour of 1:00 PM, Standard of Time, as established by Section 187.110, Oregon Revised Statutes, at the front entrance of the Courthouse, 250 North Baxter Street, Coquille 97423 County of Coos, State of Oregon, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the said described real property which the grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by him of the said trust deed, together with any interest which the grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said trust deed, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured (and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable

charge by the trustee). Notice is further given that any person named in Section 86.778 of Oregon Revised Statutes; has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the trust deed reinstated by payment to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of said principal as would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, trustee’s and attorney’s fees and curing any other default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the obligation or trust deed, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for the sale. In construing this, the masculine gender includes the feminine and the successor in interest to the grantor as well as any other person owing obligation, the performance of which is secured by said trust deed; the words “trustee” and “beneficiary” include their respective successors in interest, if any. Pursuant to Oregon Law, this sale will not be deemed final until the Trustee’s deed has been issued by The Mortgage Law Firm, LLC. If any irregularities are discovered within 10 days of the date of this sale, the trustee will rescind the sale, return the buyer’s money and take further action as necessary. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. Also, please be advised that pursuant to the terms stated on the Deed of Trust and Note, the beneficiary is allowed to conduct property inspections while there is a default. This shall serve as notice that the beneficiary shall be conducting property inspections on the referenced property. Without limiting the trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the trustee’s sale. NOTICE TO RESIDENTIAL TENANTS The property in which you are living is in foreclosure. A foreclosure sale is scheduled for 04/17/2024 (date). The date of this sale may be postponed. Unless the lender that is foreclosing on this property is paid before the sale date, the foreclosure will go through and someone new will own this property. After the sale, the new owner is required to provide you with contact information and notice that the sale took place. The following information applies to you only if you are a bona fide tenant occupying and renting this property as a residential dwelling under a legitimate rental agreement. The information does not apply to you if you own this property or if you are not a bona fide residential tenant. If the foreclosure sale goes through, the new owner will have the right to require you to move out. Before the new owner can require you to move, the new owner must provide you with written notice that specifies the date by which you must move out. If you do not leave before the move-out date, the new owner can have the sheriff remove you from the property after a court hearing. You will receive notice of the court hearing. PROTECTION FROM EVICTION IF YOU ARE A BONA FIDE TENANT OCCUPYING AND RENTING THIS PROPERTY AS A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING, YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO CONTINUE LIVING IN THIS PROPERTY AFTER THE FORECLOSURE SALE FOR: • 60 DAYS FROM THE DATE YOU ARE GIVEN A WRITTEN TERMINATION NOTICE, IF YOU HAVE A FIXED TERM LEASE; OR • AT LEAST 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE YOU ARE GIVEN A WRITTEN TERMINATION NOTICE, IF YOU HAVE A MONTH-TO-MONTH OR

WEEK-TO-WEEK RENTAL AGREEMENT. If the new owner wants to move in and use this property as a primary residence, the new owner can give you written notice and require you to move out after 30 days, even though you have a fixed term lease with more than 30 days left. You must be provided with at least 30 days’ written notice after the foreclosure sale before you can be required to move. A bona fide tenant is a residential tenant who is not the borrower (property owner) or a child, spouse or parent of the borrower, and whose rental agreement: • Is the result of an arm’s-length transaction; • Requires the payment of rent that is not substantially less than fair market rent for the property, unless the rent is reduced or subsidized due to a federal, state or local subsidy; and • Was entered into prior to the date of the foreclosure sale. ABOUT YOUR TENANCY BETWEEN NOW AND THE FORECLOSURE SALE: RENT YOU SHOULD CONTINUE TO PAY RENT TO YOUR LANDLORD UNTIL THE PROPERTY IS SOLD OR UNTIL A COURT TELLS YOU OTHERWISE. IF YOU DO NOT PAY RENT, YOU CAN BE EVICTED. BE SURE TO KEEP PROOF OF ANY PAYMENTS YOU MAKE. SECURITY DEPOSIT You may apply your security deposit and any rent you paid in advance against the current rent you owe your landlord as provided in ORS 90.367. To do this, you must notify your landlord in writing that you want to subtract the amount of your security deposit or prepaid rent from your rent payment. You may do this only for the rent you owe your current landlord. If you do this, you must do so before the foreclosure sale. The business or individual who buys this property at the foreclosure sale is not responsible to you for any deposit or prepaid rent you paid to your landlord. ABOUT YOUR TENANCY AFTER THE FORECLOSURE SALE The new owner that buys this property at the foreclosure sale may be willing to allow you to stay as a tenant instead of requiring you to move out after 30 or 60 days. After the sale, you should receive a written notice informing you that the sale took place and giving you the new owner’s name and contact information. You should contact the new owner if you would like to stay. If the new owner accepts rent from you, signs a new residential rental agreement with you or does not notify you in writing within 30 days after the date of the foreclosure sale that you must move out, the new owner becomes your new landlord and must maintain the property. Otherwise: • You do not owe rent; • The new owner is not your landlord and is not responsible for maintaining the property on your behalf; and • You must move out by the date the new owner specifies in a notice to you. The new owner may offer to pay your moving expenses and any other costs or amounts you and the new owner agree on in exchange for your agreement to leave the premises in less than 30 or 60 days. You should speak with a lawyer to fully understand your rights before making any decisions regarding your tenancy. IT IS UNLAWFUL FOR ANY PERSON TO TRY TO FORCE YOU TO LEAVE YOUR DWELLING UNIT WITHOUT FIRST GIVING YOU WRITTEN NOTICE AND GOING TO COURT TO EVICT YOU. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR RIGHTS, YOU SHOULD CONSULT A LAWYER. If you believe you need legal assistance, contact the Oregon State Bar and ask for the lawyer referral service. Contact information for the Oregon State Bar is included with this notice. If you do not have enough money to pay a lawyer and are otherwise eligible, you may be able to receive legal assistance for free. Information about whom to contact for free legal assistance is included with this notice. OREGON STATE BAR, 16037 S.W. Upper Boones Ferry Road, Tigard Oregon 97224, Phone (503) 620-0222, Toll-free 1-800452-8260 Website: http:// www.oregonlawhelp.org NOTICE TO VETERANS If the recipient of this notice is a veteran of the armed forces, assistance may be available from a county veterans’ service officer or community

action agency. Contact information for a service officer appointed for the county in which you live and contact information for a community action agency that serves the area where you live may be obtained by calling a 2-1-1 information service. The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act requires that we state the following: this is an attempt to collect, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If a discharge has been obtained by any party through bankruptcy proceedings: This shall not be construed to be an attempt to collect the outstanding indebtedness or hold you personally liable for the debt. This letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. The Successor Trustee, The Mortgage Law Firm, LLC, has authorized the undersigned attorney to execute the document on the Successor Trustee’s behalf as allowed under ORS 86.713(8). Dated: 12/18/23 The Mortgage Law Firm, LLC By: Jason L. Cotton, Attorney The Mortgage Law Firm, LLC 650 NE Holiday St., Suite 1600 Portland, OR 97232 Phone number for the Trustee: (971) 270-1230 A-4804906 01/05/2024, 01/12/2024, 01/19/2024, 01/26/2024 The World and ONPA (ID:380948) ------------------------------------IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS, PROBATE DEPARTMENT In the Matter of the Estate of: SHIRLEY ANN FLETCHER, Decedent. Case No.: 23PB10676 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Brian Fletcher has been appointed Personal Representative. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to Amber Gies, attorney for the Personal Representative, at Gies Law, LLC, 455 S 4th ST, Suite 1, Coos Bay, OR 97420, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the probate clerk’s office at the Coos County Courthouse, Probate Department 250 N Baxter, Coquille, Oregon 97423, Monday through Friday between 8 am and noon, and 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., the Personal Representative, or the attorney for the Personal Representative, Amber Gies, Gies Law, LLC, 455 S 4th ST, Suite 1, Coos Bay, OR 97420. Dated and first published this 5th day of January, 2024. Published on January 5, 12 and 19, 2024 The World and ONPA (ID:381552) ------------------------------------IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS, PROBATE DEPARTMENT In the Matter of the Estate of: HAROLD GLENN THOMPSON, Decedent. Case No.: 23PB10880 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Margie Thompson has been appointed Personal Representative. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to Amy L. Muenchrath, attorney for the Personal Representative, at MuenchrathLaw, LLC, 280 N. Collier St., Coquille, Oregon 97423, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the probate clerk’s office at the Coos County Courthouse, Probate Department 250 N Baxter, Coquille, Oregon 97423, Monday through Friday between 8 am and noon, and 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., the Personal Representative, or the attorney for the Personal Representative, Amy L. Muenchrath, MuenchrathLaw, LLC, 280 N. Collier St., Coquille, Oregon 97423. Dated and first published this 12th day of January, 2024. Published on January 12, 19 and 26, 2024 The World and ONPA (ID:382288)

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS, PROBATE DEPARTMENT In the Matter of the Estate of: ALVIS EUGENE NEAL, SR., Decedent. Case No.: 23PB10893 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Melissa Morford has been appointed Personal Representative. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to Amber Gies, attorney for the Personal Representative, at Gies Law, LLC, 455 S 4th ST, Suite 1, Coos Bay, OR 97420, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the probate clerk’s office at the Coos County Courthouse, Probate Department 250 N Baxter, Coquille, Oregon 97423, Monday through Friday between 8 am and noon, and 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., the Personal Representative, or the attorney for the Personal Representative, Amber Gies, Gies Law, LLC, 455 S 4th ST, Suite 1, Coos Bay, OR 97420. Dated and first published this 5th day of January, 2024. Published on January 5, 12 and 19, 2024 The World and ONPA (ID:381553) ------------------------------------Legal Notice—Public Sale On January 19, 2024 starting at 10:00 at Englewood storage 1455 Southwest Blvd. Coos Bay, Or. 97420. A public sale will be held at E.L. Edwards Realty II, Inc. 541-756-0347 UNIT FACILITIES NAME C16 Troy Anthony Atteberry 42 WW Tonya Scott 52 Store Joey Krewson 49 Store Keonna Reid 31 Store Jeremy Schramm 18 Englewood Pamela Mansour 106 Englewood Jocelyn Nelson 83 Englewood Ernest Nettleton 61 Englewood Nicola Trelford 47 WW Jason Dunn 26 WW Tammy Gaitlin 27 WW Robyn Greenlund 6 WW Robyn Greenlund 38 WW Crickett Smith 15 WW Cassandra Tindell C9 Troy Jeff Benn A5 Troy Phillip Boateng A22 Troy Ed Shellabarger 402 RVO Stacey Broussard 310 RVO Jason Wooldridge 306 RVO Jason Wooldridge Published On January 5 and 12, 2024 The World and ONPA (ID:381727) ------------------------------------AMENDED NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION A special election will be held on March 12, 2024 to fill four vacancies on the Lakeside City Council. Candidates may file for one of the following positions: Mayor: Term expires January 2025. Council Position: Term expires January 2025. Council Position: Term expires January 2027. Council Position: Term expires January 2025. Nominations shall be by petition signed by at least 25 electors of the city and shall be filed with the city recorder no later than January 19, 2024. Prospective candidates can obtain a copy of a Candidate Signature Sheet at City Hall. The ballot will have Mayor (Vote for One) Councilor Term Expiration January, 2025 (Vote for two) Councilor Term Expiration January, 2027 (Vote for one) Candidates will have to declare which position of the 3 positions they are filing for and they can only file for one position. Candidates will file using a form called SEL 101. Candidates will use a form called SEL 121 for gathering signatures. THE SEL 121 must be reviewed and approved in WRITING by the city Election Official BEFORE signatures can be gathered. Published on January 9, 12 and 19, 2024 The World and ONPA (ID:362286)

Request for Proposals Coos County is seeking a qualified firm to perform a compensation / salary study to review current pay practices and salaries compared to similar organizations. The objective is to assist the County in the development of a classification and compensation strategy to maintain competitive employee compensation, both direct (salary plan) and indirect (employee benefits), intended to attract and retain the organization’s workforce considering the needs of employees, the financial needs and obligations of the County, and compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Request for Proposals Documents including instructions for proposers, required proposal form, and a sample contract may be obtained by contacting Caroline Morgan by mail at 225 N. Adams St., Coquille, OR 97423, by calling 541-396-7580 by faxing 541-396-1010, or by e-mailing cmorgan@ co.coos.or.us. Proposals will be accepted by Bobbi Brooks, Administrative Aide to the Board of Commissioners’ Office, in person at or by mail to the Coos County Courthouse, 250 N. Baxter, Coquille, OR 97423. Proposals must be submitted in sealed envelopes and must be clearly labeled “COOS COUNTY SALARY / COMPENSATION STUDY” on the outside of the envelope. No proposals, regardless of method of delivery, will be accepted if not received by 2:00 p.m. on January 26, 2024. Proposals will be publicly opened and read immediately after the proposal deadline in the Commissioners’ Courtroom or another room to be determined at the County Courthouse in Coquille, OR. Date: January 3, 2024 Rod Taylor, Chair Board of Commissioners Publish: January 12, 2024, The World and ONPA (ID:382301) ------------------------------------IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS, PROBATE DEPARTMENT In the Matter of the Estate of: JOHN KENNETH YANDELL, JR., Decedent. Case No.: 23PB10212 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Jesse Yandell has been appointed Personal Representative. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to Amber Gies, attorney for the Personal Representative, at Gies Law, LLC, 455 S 4th ST, Suite 1, Coos Bay, OR 97420, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the probate clerk’s office at the Coos County Courthouse, Probate Department 250 N Baxter, Coquille, Oregon 97423, Monday through Friday between 8 am and noon, and 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., the Personal Representative, or the attorney for the Personal Representative, Amber Gies, Gies Law, LLC, 455 S 4th ST, Suite 1, Coos Bay, OR 97420. Dated and first published this 5th day of January, 2024. Published on January 5, 12 and 19, 2024 The World and ONPA (ID:381556) ------------------------------------STORAGE AUCTION Bid online at: www.bid-13. com 2075 Sheridan Ave, NB Jan 16, 2024: C-9, Michelle Burgan,\~ Household goods Jan 16, 2024: B-13, C-50, Sarah Diane Harper, gaming/ restaurant equipment; Jan 16, 2024: A-9 Trixie Standley Household goods Published on January 12 and 16, 2023 The World and ONPA (ID:382289)

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Kathryn H Smith

David Glae Gould

September 7, 1940 – December 31, 2023

In loving memory of Kathryn H Smith, she was born September 7, 1940 in Springville, Utah. She was proceeded in death by brothers, David and Lee; and two sons, Richard and Danny. She was survived by a brother, Ted; and sons David and Jim; 13 grandkids; and 17 great grandkids. Kathy worked at Georgia Pacific and Roseburg Lumber until retiring after 40 years,

December 16, 1942 – January 1, 2024

she went on to work as a cake decorator at Walmart in Coos bay until retiring for a second time at age 76. In life she loved gardening, hummingbirds, her dogs, baking and decorating cakes. She crossed the finish line December 31, 2023 peacefully with family by her side. A celebration of life will be held in spring at Sunset Bay

John E. Johnson

January 6, 1937 – December 28, 2023

John E. Johnson of Florence passed away peacefully December 28, 2023 with his wife and family at his side. He was born January 6, 1937 in Webster City, Iowa. John and his family moved to the Coos Bay area when he was a child. He attended Marshfield H.S. where he became an outstanding student athlete. He excelled in football, basketball and track and field. John was a star on the gridiron, leading Marshfield to the 1954 State Championship. He was named 1st team all-state as a running back and 2nd team all-American. On the track he set school records in the 100and 220-yard dashes, which he held for 25 years. His achievements earned him an athletic scholarship to the University of Oregon, however an injury in the Shrine All-Star football game effectively ended his athletic career. At Oregon, he

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married his high school sweetheart, Rosalie Gilfillan in 1957. He and Rose graduated together with degrees in Education, and in 1959 they returned to Coos Bay to begin John’s teaching and coaching career at Marshfield. After 34 years of teaching advanced mathematics and coaching 3 sports per school year, John retired from teaching in 1992. He continued to coach at Marshfield and subsequently at Sheldon, assisting his sons, Marty and Lane in football. John was a devoted husband to Rosalie for 66 years and he was a proud father of 4 boys: Rocky (Beth), Marty (Kelly), Lane (Missy) and Andy (Lori). He was especially proud of his 10 grandchildren: Mollie, Alex, Jordan, Nick, John, Laken, Sam, Jackson, Zack, all who graduated college, and Will (still in high school); plus his 5 great grandchildren:

David Glae Gould passed away at his home in North Bend, Oregon due to a fall. David was born December 16, 1942, in North Bend, Oregon and had just celebrated his 81st birthday with dinner and cake with family. At his request, no services will be held. Private cremation rites were held at Ocean View Memory Gardens in Coos Bay. Dave’s parents were Glae Clarence Gould and Evelyn Lucille Weaver, both local families who grew up in the Allegany area. Glae’s grandparents moved from Santa Clara, California with a young family, settled temporarily along the south side of the Umpqua River between Scottsburg and Elkton, and moved onto a homestead at the ranch they named Elkhorn, on the upper reaches of the West Fork of the Millicoma River. Glae’s father was four years old when his family moved into Elkhorn in 1886. David grew up with stories from his grandfather, Clarence, about living at the ranch. After all nine siblings were out on their own, George and Hattie Gould sold the ranch, and it was occupied by renters until the late 1930’s. In the 1950’s, Glae bought the ranch back into the family, and five acres is still owned by descendants of the Gould family. David started working with his father in the Gyppo logging business by the time he was a teenager, setting chokers and learning to run heavy equipment. Glae and his brother Earl formed Coos Bay Timber Operators in 1946 after both were furloughed from the service. Dave attended

North Bend Schools, graduating from North Bend High School, class of 1961. He was a three– sport athlete, receiving the Bryant Cup as the outstanding athlete and was chosen to play in the Shriners’ All Star game, until he broke his ankle while logging that summer. Dave was able to fulfill a goal he had set in high school, which was to attend Oregon State University and play football under Tommy Prothro. He played freshman ball, and redshirted his sophomore season. That year he was part of the “taxi” team that ran the defenses of the upcoming games. He stepped on Terry Baker’s toes many times that year, and OSU played in the Liberty Bowl winning 6-0 on an icy field. Baker won the Heisman Trophy. Dave continued to play the next three years, and played in the January 1, 1965 Rose Bowl game. Dave graduated in 1966 with a B.S. in Natural Resources and a minor in Geology. In 1964 Dave married Donna Bartels, from Coos Bay. They had met at OSU. Dave was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity and was inducted into the University Geography honorary. Dave and Donna returned to North Bend, where Dave worked in the company his father had started. He ran the quarrying operation and learned to operate “big yellow equipment” to pioneer roads. Later, Dave was inducted into North Bend Hall of Fame, The Oregon State University Hall of Fame for being a member of both the Liberty Bowl and Rose Bowl Teams, and in 2002 the Liberty Bowl Team was inducted into the State of Oregon Athletic

Writers Hall of Fame. Dave is survived by his wife, Donna Gould; his children and spouse, Brian and Molly Gould, and Kristine Al-Rashidi; his grandchildren, Omar and Khaled AlRashidi, and Chelsea and Bridget Gould; his sister, Carolyn Pinkham; and his brother-in-law and family, Dr. Jan E. Bartels; as well as a large extended family of first, second and third cousins. Dave is preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Norman. Dave’s work and family always came first in his life and since retiring from operating equipment, he had attended a grandparent’s share of band and vocal concerts, various sporting events, pizza dinners and picnics. He made many friends during his career in the logging, rock, and road building. A private family gathering will be held at a later date. The family suggests that Memorial Contributions be made to the North Bend Community Scholarship Fund, in care of North Bend High School, 2323 Pacific Avenue, North Bend, Oregon 97459. Friends and family are encouraged to sign the online guestbook at www. coosbayareafunerals. com. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-7560440

Your Business for 2 Days in The Wo 5 Days in The Wor y to get your custo Mercer, Maxine, Brooks, Graham, and June. A memorial service will be held Sunday, January 21, 2024 at 2:00 pm at the Marshfield High School gymnasium, 972 Ingersoll Avenue in Coos Bay. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in John Johnson’s name to the preferred charity or organization of choice. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www. coosbayareafunerals.com

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Gavin J. Warren, 94, of Coos Bay, Oregon, was born on August 2, 1929 in Portland, Oregon. The son of Lloyd and Laura Warren. He passed away on December 27, 2023 in his home, surrounded by his beloved family and friends. A viewing and Rosary service will be held 7:00 PM on Friday, January 5, 2024 at Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary in Coos Bay, Oregon. A mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 6, 2024 at St. Monica Catholic Church, 357 S. 6th St., Coos Bay. He will be laid to rest next to his wife at St. Edward Catholic Cemetery at 1:00 pm on Monday, January 8, 2024 in North Plains, Oregon Gavin was the oldest of six children, and his siblings always said he was the smartest and wisest of them all. Raised in a Family of Faith, Gavin attended Catholic school from elementary through high school. After high school, he attended Mt. Angel Seminary for 3 years, and was drafted in the Army as a MP. Returning From his duty, Gavin completed his college education at University of Portland with a degree in English Literature. Shortly after, Gavin became an IRS officer and married his wife, Betty Ann Krutscheid, for 43 years

before she preceded him in death. Gavin is survived by his four children: daughter, Sue Warren; son, Paul Warren; daughter and son-in-law, Ann and Darrell Barker; daughter and son-in-law, Teresa and Bob Adams; along with his beloved 19 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Gavin loved to spend time with his grandchildren hiking, teaching them about history, bonsais, sharing his love tor books, and stamp collecting. He was in many plays at the local theater and was an avid traveler. But most of all, Gavin valued his faith more than anything in the world and he lived it daily by serving the community at Prison Ministry, T. H. E. House, visiting the sick and dying, and became a Financial Investigator for the Courthouse following his retirement from the IRS. Gavin's compassion and desire to help others was what made him an exceptional human being. He enjoyed the presence of his family and friends, and brought so much joy to everyone he met. We will love and miss him dearly. Arrangements are under the direction of Nelson’s Bay Area Mortuary, 405 Elrod Ave, Coos Bay, Oregon 541/267-4216

Weekender BY MARY SCHAMEHORN

The first photo I am sharing this week is the launch Favorite, "long in the Coos river trade out of Marshfield," according to an item in the July 26, 1928, Western World. The Favorite was being remodeled into a passenger launch to ply on the Coquille river from points down river to Riverton. "The launch will be operated by C.H. Woodard who had contracted to carry school children to the Riverton schools during the coming year. He expects to carry about 60 each day. The launch will be taken to the Coquille River late in August." When this picture was taken, the Favorite (center), the Wolverine and the Wilhelmina were at the Coquille dock. The 72-foot long Favorite was built in 1900 by A.R. Ellingsen of Coquille. Ernie Osborne's book, "Wooden Ships and Master Craftsmen," reports that in February 1908, while under the command of Captain Ross, the Favorite sank at the Coquille dock. "The gunwale apparently caught under the ends of the timber supporting the floor of the wharf. When the tide came in one side of her was held down until she filled with water and sank. "Stien Danielson came from Parkersburg bringing jack screws, and the tug Triumph brought up a large government scow which was used in raising her. On the following Sunday, she was raised high enough for a fire to be built in her furnaces and the Favorite was soon back on the run. "The exact circumstances of her final disposition are not clear, but Ship Registers and Enrollments, Port of Marshfield, Oregon, 1873-1941 indicates she was abandoned prior to 1917 and her docent surrendered in 1919," according to Osborne's book I am pretty sure this is the same launch that was still operating in 1928 when she was used to transport children to the Riverton schools. Less than two months after the Bandon Fire of September 1936, the top headline in the Dec. 10, 1936, Western World read: "New Equipment for Coast Guard." The story follows ... "Complete new

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As I See It: Launching the Favorite equipment, except boats (second picture) which were saved from the fire, will soon be received by the U.S. Coast Guard station here, according to Capt. Theodore Roberge, former local commander and now inspector for the San Francisco division. "Captain Roberge was in Bandon Friday and Saturday and made a complete inspection and survey of the local station. He stated that he found the crew fairly comfortable in their improvised quarters in the old city hall. 'At least they are making the best of it, and the spirit they are showing in putting up with inconveniences and discomforts without complaining is commendable,' he declared. "When asked if a new station and living quarters are to be rebuilt, Captain Roberge said, 'there is no doubt of it, and the new station will be modern in every respect.' Some remarkable changes have been made in the construction of new stations, he said. 'While it will take some time to get plans under way and let the contract, there is every reason to believe that this will be done with all the dispatch possible.' No act of congress is necessary to provide money for the rebuilding of a station,' he said. "In reply to the question as to possibility of the local station being discontinued, Captain Robert states that it requires an act of congress to establish a station and likewise it requires an act of congress to discontinue one. He assured Bandon that it would have a better station when rebuilt than it has ever had in the past." Prior to the fire only the boat house was located on the river, the dwelling being situated on a high promontory on the south side of First Street (third photo, left). After the fire the Coast Guard crew was quartered in a small building which escaped the fire and was formerly the city hall for Bandon. Married members of the crew bought lots and built small homes in what was formerly the main business section of the city, forming a colony that was termed "Little America." Today several of those small houses face Cleveland Street, behind the Farm and Sea (former fisheries) building; others face First Street.

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The Favorite was launched into the Coos River in 1928 after being remodeled to carry passengers..

The new Coast Guard station finally opened in late 1939 and served as the life-saving station for many years before it was decommissioned. In the 1970s Bandon High School had a Tiger boat-building class there, utilizing the boat ways. Owned by the Port of Bandon, It has since been utilized to house the Port office and several other small offices. ---------------------------Services for long-time Bandon businessman and retired teacher Francis Stadelman, 87, will be held Thursday, Jan. 4, at 11 a.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Mr. Stadelman died Saturday at his home following a long illness. Among his survivors are his wife, Alice; sons Tom (Sarah), Tim (Marjorie Ellen) and Dan, and daughters Maria (Robert Merriam) and Kathleen Stadelman, and their families. ---------------------------It doesn't seem to matter how much publicity there is about the dangers of being on the beach during King Tides like we have been experiencing in the past week, because people apparently don't read it or don't heed the warnings. Thursday just after high tide, a Bandon man, Terry Frye, videoed two groups of people, with at least two young children, on the Devil's Kitchen State

Park beach south of Bandon. The video captures a sneaker wave, which forces all to run for safety. It appears to show at least one man knocked to the ground, in the surf, possibly by a ﬂoating log, then being assisted to shore. Frye posted that a witness spoke to those involved and reported that everyone was shaken but doing all right. They were lucky!! The video was carried by one of the TV stations and posted on Facebook. Every time I see something like this it brings back memories of those who have not been so lucky, including Myrtle Point author Alice Wooldridge, who died after being hit by a log while walking along the South Jetty beach. In another incident, a young boy, visiting the area with his parents, died on the beach at Bullards, in a similar accident. ---------------------------I received a call from Frank Ross (BHS Class of 1958) to tell me that his brother, Ray, had died some months ago at his home outside of Phoenix, Az., and although he moved away before graduating (with the Class of 1962) Frank wanted to let people know. Ray Ross retired from the U.S. Coast Guard after serving 24 years. Frank said Ray's daughter is a doctor in Seattle. ---------------------------I always try to keep up on commercial properties for sale in Bandon, or by locals in other parts of the county. The commercial properties include Billy

Smoothboars, $1.2 million; the former Bandon Wayside motel on Highway 42s just east of Bandon, $2,350,000, which includes what they describe as a chic boutique motel and an RV park, with the motel having been built in 1949, and now known as b-side motel. The former Shindler Drug building in the McKay's Shopping Center parking lot, now home of the Rolling Pin, is for sale for $699,000. The marketplace building on Grand Avenue, just east and across Ferry Creek from Face Rock Creamery, is for sale for $698,000. The former Van Auken real estate building at 11th and 101, between First Interstate Bank and the Asian Garden, is listed for $550,000. The ivy-covered building on Second Street, just east of the Visitor Center, is for sale for $349,000. The former Italian restaurant, owned by the late Benny Rich and his wife Jane Bento, at the south end of town, is listed for $1.5 million. The former care center on McTimmons road is listed for $1,750,000. The office building along Highway 101, just up the hill from Face Rock Creamery, is listed for $889,000. Lord Bennett's Restaurant, on the bluff next to Sunset Motel, is listed for $2.2 million, Sunset Motel had been listed earlier for $16.6 million dollars. On a 30-year fixed loan, the monthly payment would be $94,412.70, with $3.3 million down, according to info on the post. The former florist shop building at 1092 Alabama is for sale for $629,000. West Coast Game

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Park, south of Bandon, has been listed for $5 million. The marquee building at the north end of Coos Bay Village, owned by Greg Drobot, is listed for $5.25 million. Although it is apparently not listed with a real estate agent, The Minute Cafe continue to have a "for sale by owner" sign on the building. ---------------------------Bandon Police Chief Cory Dhillon was among law enforcement officers who recently arrested a West Beaver Hill Road couple, Ryan Woolman, 37, and Megan Woolman, 26, on a number of charges. Both were charged with Possession of a Destructive Device, first degree criminal mistreatment and Endangering the Welfare of a Minor. Ryan Woolman was also charged with Felon in Possession of a Firearm and Felon in Possession of body armor. Both were transported to the Coos County Jail where they were lodged. A young child at the location was removed from the home by the Department of Human Services (Child Services). ---------------------------I'm waiting to hear how many people were served by Jane Ujhazi and her crew of volunteers on Christmas Day, but I can attest that the meal was wonderful and the place was full when we got there. I know it was a lot of work and I appreciate that Jane worked hard to provide a sit-down dinner for the community, and that lots of others gave up their holiday to serve the dinner. ---------------------------Coming events: Indoor garage sale, Jan. 12-13-14, Bandon Fisheries Warehouse; Bandon Showcase free Haley Johnson concert, Friday, Jan. 19, 7:30 p.m., Sprague Theater, doors open at 6:30; Meet and Greet, Coos County Commissioner John Sweet, Tuesday, Jan. 16, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Bandon Fisheries Warehouse; Meet and Greet, 50-year anniversary of the Bandon High School arson fire, Bandon Fisheries Warehouse, Tuesday, Jan. 23, 11 to 1, presented by Mary Schamehorn and Jim Proehl; Jan. 30, Meet and Greet, Bandon Community Swimming Pool group, 11-1; Redfish Music Festival concert, Holy Trinity Church, Sunday, Jan. 14, 3 p.m., $20 at the door.

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Employees of the Year announced at Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center

An Information Systems Analyst and the hospital’s Infection Control/Employee Health Nurse were chosen as Employees of the Year for 2023 by their peers at Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center in Bandon. Non-clinical Employee of the Year: Chris Cox Chris Cox, SCHHC’s Non-Clinical Employee of the Year, works in the hospital’s Information Systems Department, helping with IT issues, setting up new users, troubleshooting problems and generally helping keep the hospital’s computer systems running smoothly and safely. He also volunteers to help with whatever is needed in any department, no matter what the request. He’s a huge part of what makes Southern Coos Hospital a great place. Here’s what some of Cox’s colleagues said about him: “Chris has one of the strongest work ethics and consistently good nature of anyone I know. He is always willing to assist and does so with efficiency and kindness. On his rare days off, his absence is felt. He is a great collaborator.” “Chris always has a positive attitude and never makes you feel inadequate for lack of tech knowledge.” “Chris Cox serves us all so that we can serve each other, and our patients and he does so with a positive attitude and energy every day.” “Chris is always available to answer any questions or help in any way he can. He is pulled in so many directions, but he provides service with a smile and a friendly attitude.”

“Chris has displayed various SCHHC values throughout the year and always focuses on making us, the employees, successful, and thus we make SCHHC a success.” “Chris is ALWAYS willing to help! He is very thorough and his trouble shooting skills are excellent! No matter the challenge, Chris will see it through … thank you Chris for all you do!” “Chris, without fail, is always ready with a helping hand. He is always positive and pleasant, even in times of stress. He is an exceptional representative of high-quality good works, worthy of Employee of the Year!” “Chris is always super helpful with a great attitude. I can always count on him to get the job done no matter what it is. He is a huge asset to this hospital.” “Chris is always available to cheerfully help with IS and any other issues that need solutions. He’s a problem-solver and an empathetic listener who makes people feel they are his top priority. Chris’s can-do positive attitude and strong work ethic make Southern Coos Hospital a better place for patients and employees.” Clinical Employee of the Year: Denise Ebenal Denise Ebenal, BS, RN, CIC, the hospital’s Certified Infection Control Nurse and Employee Health Nurse, was named Clinical Employee of the Year. Ebenal continually steps up when guidance or hands-on help is needed regarding employee and community vaccinations. She willingly takes on new challenges and volunteers to go above

and beyond her duties. Here’s what Ebenal’s colleagues say about her: “Denise has been wonderful making sure the volunteers are able to access vaccines in an easy manner” “Denise is always kind and compassionate with all whom she comes into contact with. She works tirelessly to make sure we are all safe and protected with vaccinations. She really does not get all the accolades that she should get.” “Denise has helped us all through some very difficult community illnesses in the past and I know she’ll be there to do whatever needs to be done to ensure we at Southern Coos Hospital are all protected from whatever “cooties” may present their ugly heads to us in the future. She’s made a career out of

How to convince someone to get help for their mental health By Stan Popovich Guest Article

There are many reasons why some people are reluctant to get help for their mental health or addiction issues. In addition, many people are not sure what to do when encouraging someone to get the help they need for their mental health. As a result, here are seven suggestions on how to convince a person struggling to get some assistance. 1. Talk to the person instead of talking at them: Nobody wants to be lectured or yelled at. The person who is struggling is scared and they need help in overcoming their fears and resistance to getting some guidance. Treat others the way you would want to be treated if the roles were reversed. 2. Find out why the person won’t get help: Ask the individual who is struggling the reasons why they are reluctant to get some assistance. Although most people may not admit it, a sense of fear of the unknown and/or some kind of frustration are usually the main factors. It might take a few tries, however, try to find out

what is stopping your friend from getting treatment. 3. Address the reasons why the individual won’t get help: Once you get the reasons why he or she won’t get some help, the next step is to find the ways to address those factors that are preventing the individual from getting assistance. Addressing one’s fears and concerns may convince them to take some action that will get their life back on track. 4. Get some advice from a professional: Talk to your doctor or a mental health counselor for recommendations on how you can help someone who is struggling. A medical professional in the mental health field will be able to give you some ideas and options that you can use to help convince someone you know to get some help. 5. Find someone who understands: Try to find someone who used to struggle with their mental health for their advice. For example, a person who used drugs and alcohol in the past could use their past experiences and insights to convince the individual to seek treatment. A person who used to

struggle with addiction or their mental health may be better able to relate to the person who is struggling. 6. Get them to attend a support group: Another way to convince someone to get help is to get them to go to a mental health support group. This may or may not work depending on the individual, but it is still worth a try. A person who goes to a support group can at least listen to those who are also struggling, which may convince the person to get some assistance. 7. Be persistent: Continue to be persistent with your loved ones in getting them the help they need. Keep in contact with your doctor and any mental health counselor on your progress. If things do not improve, continue to find other alternatives in getting the person some help. BIOGRAPHY Stan is the author of "A Layman's Guide to Managing Fear" which covers a variety of techniques that can drastically improve your mental health. For more information, please visit Stan's website at http:// www.managingfear.com

keeping us safe and infection-free. BRAVA Denise, BRAVA!!!” “I love Denise. She is a hard worker, funny, helpful, thoughtful.” “Denise definitely deserves to be Employee of the Year. She has kept the entire staff and community well informed of the upcoming vaccine clinics and any date changes, including locations. Denise is committed to her job and the community when it comes to getting the word out when there has been a change with COVID and flu vaccinations. She keeps all the employees and new employees up to date on required vaccines and emails out information so everyone can learn what’s next and why everything is done the way it is. She has a calm demeanor and is perfect in her role

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were involved in apprehending Patty Hearst after her bank robbery. We also see quite a few retired members of state and local congress and probably others I’ve missed or simply do not know about yet. This group of individuals came from a time when you did not beat your own drum, a characteristic which is so pervasive today. One of my favorite comedy routines is by comedian Brian Regan discussing Captain Sully on Letterman (Captain Sullenberger being the pilot who successfully landed the crippled passenger plane safely in the Hudson river, saving all on board). Google Brain’s routine, it’s worth it! The point of his sketch was that a true hero doesn’t go around telling the world that he is a hero. That’s so contrary to today’s approach, where individuals spout their personal “achievements” on every social media site, promoting just how special they are, who they know, what they’ve done and what they’re planning on doing. We are going through an era of self-promotion like we’ve never before seen. Another Regan routine describes a personality type he calls the “Me Monster” (also worth looking up). Social media has allowed an explosion of this species. Not everyone in the world is wired to be a leader, very few actually are. These days, your value isn’t

as a Health Nurse. I love working with her.” “Denise helps keep all of us healthcare heroes well! It is not always an easy job but she handles it with ease! Denise, thank you for watching over all of our staff!” “In my short tenure, my observation of Denise is (that she is) knowledgeable & conscientious in her care for the hospital staff as well as our community endeavors.” “Denise has a strong work ethic and a caring nature. She makes sure the hospital is following infection control procedures and keeping our staff and public safe from infectious diseases. She has volunteered for the Flu and COVID shot clinics for several years and is always keeping an eye out for how best to protect us all. She

consistently goes above and beyond and is so appreciated.” Both Employees of the Year received 500 AwardCo points, which can be redeemed for merchandise and/or gift cards, with one point equivalent to $1. “We are so proud of our entire staff and especially of the Employees of the Year and all those who were nominated and awarded throughout the year as Employees of the Month,” said SCHHC CEO Ray Hino. “We appreciate the work ethic and positive attitude that Chris and Denise bring to their jobs every day. They are what makes Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center the Hospital of Choice for both employees and patients. Congratulations to both of them!”

measured by your actual achievements, but rather by the number of “followers” you have or views you’ve amassed. Often, those with all the followers, the new “leaders,” aren’t people who should be offering advice in the first place. True leaders never bothered with followers; they were just followed because they were leaders. Then there’s one of my favorite terms, the influencers. Since when did we need to be told what to think? Can’t I make up my own mind based on what’s been put in front of me? I guess not. Today we are fortunate to have this group of people, usually in their 20’s (yet somehow with more experience than the rest of us) who are there to help us decipher what’s of value in the world. The problem with this group is, they often do not distinguish the difference between celebrity and promotion vs. actual value. Most probably should not be influencing anyone. Oddly, the technology which has parabolically enabled this behavior allows people to remain far more connected, yet somehow, we are more alone now than ever before. The basis of our new society seems centered on personal isolation. Everything is on-line. We shop on (not at) Amazon, we don’t go to the bank, our restaurant food and even our groceries are ordered on an app and then delivered to the house. You don’t even meet the delivery person at the door like you would the pizza man, he/she just drops the package

and sends you a text. Even work for most individuals is now done remotely from home. Society goes through cycles. If you’ve read the book The Fourth Turning, our current period is described as the unravelling phase, a troubled period of entropy, where individualism prevails over crumbling institutions. That sure sounds like today. Unfortunately, the final phase of this cycle historically isn’t pleasant, but does end in a rebirth and strengthening of the current society. Going back to the original point of this article. There are people in our world who have done amazing things. People whose achievements have shaped the planet we live on, often taking great personal risks to generate advancements or enact social and political change. Since this group doesn’t spout their achievements, you won’t know who they are if they walk through your door. They may be standing in line next to you at the Safeway checkout or visiting your place of business. The truly amazing individuals on this planet don’t waste time detailing their lives on social media. As in the Brian Regan routine, these are the true heroes, the real leaders. Ideally the example they set will influence others, just through their actions. But would they ever consider themselves to be “influencers”? I think just the word would make them a bit nauseated. Doc H

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Dear Abby: I have been with my abusive husband for almost 30 years. I made several attempts to leave him, which resulted in him stalking me and threatening to seriously harm me and our children. Despite all his threats and abuse, I was forced to allow him to take our children unsupervised. I would end up going back so I could be present when he was around the children. Our youngest just moved out and, surprisingly, my husband has calmed down. I am going to leave, and I'm looking for places out of state where he won't be able to ﬁnd me. Honestly, I'm terriﬁed. How do I move somewhere new and start over alone?

— ANONYMOUS IN THE U.S.

DEAR ANONYMOUS: Because you feel you may be in danger if you follow through with your plan to leave your abuser and start a new life, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline. Its toll-free phone number is: 800-799-7233. The people there can help you formulate a safe way to escape. I wish you good luck and a MUCH happier life.

Dear Abby: I work nine hours a day in a mental health clinic talking to the clients and doing billing and collections among many other things. I love my job. The problem is that when I step outside to take a break, I want it to be my quiet time. Most people say a quick "hi," and that's ﬁne, but a man in the business downstairs from me comes out and chats every time. He calls me by the wrong name (which I have not corrected) and talks while I respond with the bare minimum to show I'm not interested. Is there a nice way to say I am not interested in his company while I am on break?

— DECOMPRESSING IN WISCONSIN

DEAR DECOMPRESSING: Yes, but it will take backbone on your part. The next time you see this person, tell him there are two things about you he needs to know. They are: Your name isn't "Joan," and when you take a break from the pressure of your job, you would like to do it ALONE.

Dear Abby: My wife's sister died 14 months ago at the young age of 52. Since then, my brother-in-law has been texting and calling my wife constantly. He is grieving, and his alcohol problem has gotten worse. I have tried to be patient about their communication, but I'm ﬁnding myself getting jealous. What's your advice?

— BOTHERED IN ILLINOIS

DEAR BOTHERED:

Have a talk with your wife about this. She is grieving the loss of her sister as well as trying to help her widowed brother-inlaw. Put your jealousy aside, at least for now, and suggest she join a grief support group. As to your brother-in-law, understand that his drinking problem won't resolve itself until he admits he has one and decides to join a support group or to dry out in rehab. You would be within your rights to point that out to him, as long as you do it with compassion rather than anger.

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Letter to the Editor

Railroad Group Thanks Community for Support

Thank you so much

Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington Service Unit 62 would like to thank those community members you generously gave to our 40th annual Tree of Joy at Pony Village Mall. We would like to acknowledge the Pony Village Mall Management, Maintenance, Custodial and Security, Gloria Dei Lutheran

Church, Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Over the Hill Gang with donations from Vintage Haulers, Pacific Coast Corvette, Club, Southcoast Cruisers, and Midcoast Mustang Club. Sally Petersen for all her knitted hats, SWOCC and all the other groups and families who make the Tree of Joy a special part of their holiday tradition.

Through your giving we served over 1,000 through the agencies that work with children, seniors, and others in need in Coos and Western Douglas Counties. It is a community of people like you that makes the Tree of Joy such a success every year. Thanks Again Debbie, Sara, and Lexy Tree of Joy elves

On behalf of the Oregon Coast Historical Railway in Coos Bay, I would like to thank the many businesses and volunteers for their support of our annual Christmas lights display. Thanks to Subway Sandwiches, Little Caesar’s Pizza, Domino’s Pizza, and Bigfoot Beverages for providing lunch for our crews who put up (and take down!) the thousands of lights and fixtures. Thanks

also to everyone who attended our annual benefit showing of the Christmas classic The Polar Express at the Egyptian Theater, and to Lee Littlefield for playing Christmas music on the theater’s Mighty Wurlitzer and to Art Signs for sponsoring the movie. We have many exciting projects and plans for our popular museum and display area, which is open year round

Death Notices

Jerry R. Hartzell, 80, of Brookings died December 24, 2023 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the direction of Myrtle Grove Funeral Service -Bay Area, Coos Bay. 541-269-2851. www.coosbayareafunerals.com

Rose Ellen Potter, 84, of North Bend & Coos Bay, passed away December 27, 2023 in North Bend. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131 www.coosbayareafunerals.com. Howard "Goose" Keller, age 86 of Coos Bay, passed away December 28, 2023, at Coos Bay. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary 541-267-4216.

on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. We welcome a steady stream of enthusiastic new and repeat visitors, and invite you to stop by and check us out. Come ring the bells! Steve Jansen, president of the board of directors Oregon Coast Historical Railway Coos Bay

Obituaries can be found on page 3, 7 & 10

Gifford Dale Barnes, 92, of Port Orford, passed away on December 28, 2023 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, www.coosbayareafunerals.com, 541-756-0440.

Patricia A. Youngman, 78, of Coos Bay died January 2, 2024 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. www.coosbayareafunerals.com

JoAnn L. Billings, age 88, of Coos Bay passed away December 31, 2023, at Coos Bay. Arrangements under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary 541-267-4216.

Herbert William Seefeldt, age 88, of Bandon passed away January 3, 2024, at Bandon. Arrangements under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary 5451-267-4216.

David G. Gould, 81, of North Bend, passed away on January 1, 2024 in North Bend. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-7560440. www.coosbayareafunerals.com

Judy D. Paragas, age 70, of Myrtle Point passed away January 3, 2024, at Coos Bay. Burial arrangements under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary 541-267-4216.

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Wolf hate on the rise in the West, with ranchers often in driver’s seat BY ADAM BRONSTEIN Guest Column

The wolf issue continues to heat up across the West, with states like Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and now Colorado, all getting a chance to show their preferred flavor of wolf management. Here in “progressive” Oregon, wolves are continuously being slaughtered by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, often with the help of the U.S. Department of Agriculture Wildlife Services. This state-sponsored killing (plus private poaching) has resulted in suppressed wolf numbers and a hampered recovery effort. Oregon finished 2022 with only an estimated three individuals added to the state’s meager wolf population on top of the 2021 census.

As of the end of 2022, Oregon stands at a minimum count of 178 individual wolves. For context, a study by Dr. Bill Ripple of Oregon State University estimated that Oregon can naturally support a population of around 1,500 individuals. Wolf-hate has been on the rise across the West. Let’s consider Idaho where the climate has been extremely hostile particularly since 2011 when wolves were removed from the endangered species list and returned to state management. Beginning that year, and following every year since, first USDA Wildlife Services and then the Idaho Department of Fish and Game has killed wolves to boost elk numbers – even while Idaho’s department has been culling elk for crop depredations and sport harvests are at record

highs. Escalating in 2021, Idaho passed a law allowing the killing of up to 90% of the state’s wolves, enabling hunters to use methods like night-vision equipment and snowmobiles. The state’s Wolf Depredation Control Board has funneled bounty payments to private trappers who kill wolves and recently approved paying a private contractor to gun down wolves from the air. In just three years, since 2021 with expanded hunting and trapping seasons, about 1,000 wolves have been killed in the state. Like in Idaho, Oregon ranchers are in the driver’s seat when it comes to wolf management in the state, despite claims to the contrary. Disproportionate livestock industry influence over ODFW in Salem is too obvious to ignore, from the overzealous issuance of wolf kill permits to

expanding mismanaged wolf-livestock compensation funds that make questionable payments to ranchers. A current effort underway seeks to compensate ranchers for “probable” livestock losses at 700% of the value per head. This would only incentivize false reporting. Forest Service land in Oregon is the best available habitat we have to properly recover wolves in the state. There are only 285 livestock permittees who run cattle on U.S. Forest Service land on 411 allotments spanning 7,290,140 acres. This group represents just .00007% of Oregon’s population, but their private businesses impact an area equaling four Yellowstone National Parks. If not for these few ecologically harmful livestock operations, wolves would actually have a chance at recovery. As

an example. livestock displace wolves’ natural prey (elk and deer) and eat their forage; forcing them onto private lands where the wolves follow. Such a small constituency cannot be allowed to dictate what happens to our public wildlife and management of our public lands when the majority of Oregonians want wolves to be recovered. On December 14, the state Wildlife Commission opted not to “open up” the Wolf and Conservation Management Plan to revision in the spirit of “working together,” and instead, voiced their desire to make the current plan somehow current through “adaptive management.” In doing so, the Department is tossing aside a growing body of science that suggests lethal management is counterproductive when the goal is to maintain viable wolf

populations and protect livestock. In short, more wolves killed destabilizes packs leading to more livestock conflicts. The failure to update the Wolf Plan with the latest science sends the message loud and clear that cows and sheep, not native wildlife, still rule the roost at Fish and Game. In order to achieve natural carrying capacities for wolves, the state government of Oregon must first reach social carrying capacity. Reforms are desperately needed at the federal and state level. For instance, the U.S. Forest Service must begin properly managing habitat and state Fish and Wildlife must stop killing wolves because it is scientifically indefensible. As long as livestock interests control the state wildlife commission, change will not come soon enough.

OR42, the breeding female of the Chesnimnus Pack, had her failed radio-collar replaced on Feb. 23, 2017 in the Chesnimnus WMU in northern Wallowa County. (Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife)

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South Coast Development Council announces new executive director

The South Coast Development Council, Inc., a leading economic development organization in Oregon, is excited to announce the appointment of Lexie Woodward as its new executive director, effective January 8. Woodward brings a wealth of experience in economic and community development, making her an ideal leader for SCDC’s mission of promoting economic growth and vitality across Oregon’s South Coast. “We are thrilled to welcome Lexie to the South Coast Development Council. Her

impressive track record in economic and community development and her deep roots in Oregon make her the ideal choice to lead our organization,” Board Chair David Milliron said. “Lexie’s unique blend of local insight and broad experience is what we need to drive forward our mission of promoting economic growth and vitality across the South Coast. Her ability to hit the ground running and her commitment to fostering collaboration and partnership will be instrumental in expanding our economic development efforts. We are confident

that under Lexie’s leadership, SCDC will reach new heights in enhancing our communities’ prosperity and quality of life on Oregon’s beautiful South Coast.” Born and raised in the Portland suburb of Lake Oswego, Oregon, Woodward’s appointment marks a return to her home state, bringing her extensive experience across the United States and international arenas. With a Masters in Recreation, Park, and Tourism Administration from Western Illinois University and a notable tenure with Peace Corps in Nicaragua and AmeriCorps in Illinois, Woodward’s diverse background aligns perfectly with SCDC’s vision. Previously, Woodward has held significant roles in economic development, ranging from Economic Development Coordinator in rural Page, Arizona, to Manager of Economic Development in burgeoning metropolitan Mesquite, Texas. Her leadership in her roles has been marked by successful growth management, business retention, expansion initiatives, and innovative redevelopment projects.

By ROSEY THOMAS

for months leading up to January to ensure a smooth transition for our chamber. Timm Slater’s leadership has been an immense help, and his example of serving this community will leave a lasting impression on me and anyone else he worked with, I’m sure. He will be missed at the chamber…So thank you to Timm Slater for your years of service, very big shoes for me to fill but with an impressive pool of community leaders behind me on the board I know we will succeed!

As a sales leader of multi door retail locations for a telecommunications company, I faced many challenges daily to keep the business up and running through some perilous years. I faced hardships in business with staffing issues and worked long hours to ensure our successes. I struggled just like many of our members do, and I am excited to do my part to help support and cheer our chamber teams and members onto an even better future. Together we will put one foot in front of the other and act.

As SCDC’s executive director, Woodward will oversee efforts to foster collaboration and partnership among public and private entities on Oregon’s South Coast. SCDC, headquartered in Coos Bay and operating from the Southwestern Oregon Community College campus, serves a 158-mile range from the City of Florence to the Port of Brookings-Harbor. Woodward will provide technical assistance to retain, expand, and attract living-wage companies and grow them from within the region. Woodward will be strategically involved in the $300,000 Economic Development Administration grant recently awarded to the SCDC to accelerate technology entrepreneurship on the South Coast by increasing access to entrepreneurial support and startup capital. The SCDC is leading the South Coast Incubator Technology Industry Ecosystem Development project with support from Southwestern Oregon Community College and the cities of Coos Bay and North Bend.

The Board of Directors at the South Coast Development Council extends its heartfelt gratitude to the Judith Ann Mogan Foundation and the Bandon Dunes Charitable Foundation for their invaluable financial contributions. These organizations played a pivotal role in successfully recruiting and hiring our new executive director. “Their generous support facilitated a thorough and wide-reaching search and underscored the vital importance of community partnerships in advancing our regional economic development goals. This collaboration serves as a testament to the power of united efforts in shaping a prosperous future for the South Coast,” Milliron said.

Emelia Earhart once said, “The most difficult thing is the decision to act, the rest is merely tenacity.” I will be a tenacious leader for this organization, helping to lead the charge of change this year! We are an active chamber with many business leaders working together on the issues facing our region each year. A season for change is upon us and your Chamber is ready…Come down and see us today. Meet your new director and let’s see what your passions are for our area.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

About the South Coast Development Council, Inc. The South Coast Development Council, Inc. is a regional economic development organization and private non-profit that exists to foster communication, collaboration, and partnership among the various collateral public

and private entities on Oregon’s South Coast and to promote economic development, job creation, business retention, and expansion, encouraging new investment, and enhancing the economic vitality of the region. SCDC Inc is centered in Coos Bay, Oregon, and has offices on the Southwestern Oregon Community College campus. We serve the southern half of the Oregon coast from the City of Florence to the Port of Brookings-Harbor, working to enhance partnerships and provide no-cost technical assistance to retain, expand, and attract living-wage companies and industry to our communities. The southern Oregon coast is home to approx. 110,000 residents, four counties, 12 cities, seven port districts, the Coos Bay Rail Line, and the only commercial airport on the Oregon coast. The region is surrounded by outdoor adventure and is home to the worldclass Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, hundreds of outdoor recreation opportunities, and an exceptional quality of life.

The Chamber Minute: A new chapter

Executive director, Bay Area Chamber of Commerce

Welcome to a new year, and a new chamber minute from your new Executive Director Rosey Thomas. Like a chapter in a book getting ready to be written, we look forward to the new year at the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce; we are gearing up for our annual planning event January 12 to narrow down our areas of focus for 2024. Our current executive director has been mentoring me

January 17: WBC Wednesday Business Connection Lunch; 11:301pm Mill Casino, Salmon Room presents: Arin Carmack from Cardinal Services email to: RSVP@ cardinalservices.com if you wish to attend this Free Luncheon January 19: 5:30 pm Liberty Theater Neon Sign Lighting Remember “Our business is helping your business and don’t forget to like us on Facebook.

Rosey Thomas

FIELD TEST Candidates Wanted URGENT NOTICE: You may be qualified to participate in a special Field Test of new hearing instrument technology being held at a local test site.

An industry leader in digital hearing devices is sponsoring a product field test in your area next week and they have asked us to select up to 15 qualified candidates to participate. They are interested in determining the benefits of GENIUS™ 5.0 Technology in eliminating the difficulty hearing aid users experience in difficult environments, such as those with background noise or multiple talkers. Candidates in other test areas have reported very positive feedback so far.

We are looking for additional candidates in North Bend and the surrounding areas. Product Test Sites: North Bend 1938 Newmark St North Bend, OR 97459 (541) 264-7539

Florence 2775 Hwy 101, Ste B Florence, OR 97439 (541) 201-8129

Brookings 16289 US-101, Ste B Brookings, OR 97415 (541) 254-8818

In an effort to accurately demonstrate the incredible performance of these devices, specially trained representatives will be conducting testing and demonstrations during this special event. In addition to an audiometric hearing evaluation, candidates will receive a fiber-optic otoscope exam, a painless procedure that could reveal common hearing problems such as excessive wax or damage to the eardrum, as well as other common causes of hearing deficiencies. Qualified Field Test Candidates: Must Call Before February 2nd • Live in THE NORTH BEND AREA or the surrounding area • Are at least 55 years of age or older • Have experienced some level of hearing difficulty, or currently wear hearing aids • Don’t currently work for a market research company We have a limited supply of the GENIUS™ 5.0 test product currently on hand and ready for testing. We have also been authorized to offer significant discounts if you decide to take the hearing instruments home. If you choose not to keep them, there’s no risk or obligation of any kind.† TO PARTICIPATE: 1) You must be one of the first 15 people to call our office Mention Code: 24JanField FIELD TEST 2) You will be required to have your hearing tested in our office, FREE OF PARTICIPANTS CHARGE, to determine candidacy. Will be tested and 3) Report your results with the hearing instruments to the Hearing Care selected same-day. Specialist over a three week test period. Qualified candidates will be selected on a first-come, first-served basis so please call us TODAY to secure your spot in the Product Field Test. Participants who qualify and complete the product test will receive a FREE $100 Restaurant.com Gift Card* as a token of our thanks.

AVOID WAITING – CALL AND MENTION CODE: 24JanField

*One per household. Must be 55 or older and bring loved one for familiar voice test. Must complete a hearing test. Not valid with prior test/purchase in last 6 months. While supplies last. Free gift card may be used toward the purchase of food at participating restaurants where a minimum purchase may also be required. See restaurant.com for details. Not redeemable for cash. Promotional offer available during special event dates only. †Pursuant to terms of your purchase agreement, the aids may be returned for a full refund within 30 days of the completion of fitting, in satisfactory condition. See store for details.