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Burlesque show coming to Coos County

BY BREE LAUGHLIN

The World Lavinia Vale is a woman with a mission to bring Burlesque to the South Coast, and her first stop will be in Coquille in celebration of World Burlesque Day.

Vale will be shimmying her way onto the stage with a handful of burlesque beauties alongside her on Saturday, April 22, for the Coos Corner Cabaret.

“We have four performers and a stage kitten that are going to blow people away,” said Vale.

Vale says she plans to kick off the event with a song at a lively and fun event that will get the crowd oohing and aaawing.

“I have seen all of the acts and they are amazing. It’s going to be fun,” the Burlesque performer said.

Vale said she first tried Burlesque as an art form in 2020 during

a difficult time – and it changed her life for the better. Now she wants to introduce it to the local community.

“It’s an empowering art form that punches up, not down – and it’s been in America since the 1860s,” Vale said.

The performer said she wanted to hold her first event in honor of World Burlesque Day. It was started in 2020 by Sapphira, a London-based performer, producer, and instructor. While the local performance is a few days before World Burlesque Day, Vale says her event is a “pre-game” for the big day.

“It started as a way for performers worldwide to unite while being Safer Together (but distant) during the lock downs,” Vale said. “Since then, it has become a tool to

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Peddle the rails from Coquille

The upcoming season for Oregon Coast Railriders starts May 20 and goes through Oct. 1 2023. The tour takes riders on a two hour peddle-powered trip along the edge of the Coquille Valley.

BY BREE LAUGHLIN The World

The Oregon Coast Railriders are inviting folks to check out a different kind of outdoor recreation by riding a peddle-powered cycle along railroad tracks in the Coquille Valley.

“It’s very unique but the popularity is growing by leaps and bounds,” said Anita Metlen, who owns the business with her husband Kim.

The business owners said they combined their passion for bicycles and fitness with their love for history and nature when they got into railriding. They tested their first railrider in 2013 and started their latest venture, the Oregon Coast Railriders, last summer in Coquille.

The Metlens said they have an agreement with the Port

of Coos Bay to use the outof-service railroad, as well as with the City of Coquille, to depart and return from Sturdivant city park.

During the tour, each person pedals independently while riding on a four seat quadricycle. Guides travel with each tour group along the route and turn the quadricycles around for the way back, so everyone is always traveling in the same direction. The full 10-mile route usually takes about 2 hours to complete.

“We generally travel at a leisurely pace because we want you to be able to disconnect from everyday life and be able to enjoy nature as you are going through,” Metlen said.

Each 4-seat unit is separate

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Dancing with the Bay Area Stars returns this month

BY BREE LAUGHLIN The

Dancing with the Stars isn’t just for television. On April 22, some of Coos Bay’s bestknown community members will transform into professional dancers on stage to support a good cause.

That’s right, Coos County community members can watch their friends, family members, neighbors and business people dressed to the nines shaking their tail feathers on stage at the Egyptian Theatre.

Courtesy Photo Star of Hope held their first 'Dancing with the Bay Area Stars' fundraiser in 2019. It was an event they described as wildly successful. Now, the nonprofit is back with a whole new lineup of local celebrities ready to perform with professionals from the Utah Ballroom Dance Company on Saturday, April

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bring more attention to burlesque to educate people on what burlesque is and why it’s so important as a method of self-expression, selflove, and empowerment.”

World Burlesque Day representatives say the performance style comes from theatre and comedy and involves the tasteful element of tease. It has had a revival since the 2000s and many find it has helped them to grow in body positivity and confidence.

Vale said she has always been a performer, and has a degree in performing arts, so she is experienced with public speaking, theater and being on stage. Burlesque has given her another way to express herself.

“I can just be on stage and move and emote myself through movement. It’s powerful being on stage and knowing you have your audience

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right here,” she said holding up the palm of her hand. “And I can crush them or set them free.”

The burlesque performer said one of her favorite things about Burlesque is that it is for every body (emphasis on body). It’s also something fun and different to go out and experience in Coos County. “I want there to be a variety of entertainment options, not just going out to a bar to drink and yell loud over the music or watch sports,” Vale said.

“There is more that you can do. You can empower other people and appreciate others bodies without sexualizing them. Which sounds weird because I do burlesque. But I’m not up there for you. I’m up there for me,” she said. “There’s a lot of really empowering things going on and I am very excited for it.”

The Coos County Cabaret will take place on Saturday, April 22 at 8 p.m. at the Corner Bar and Grille, 209 W First St in Coquille. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.

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Popular Bandon market gets second home

BY BREE LAUGHLIN The World

A longtime Bandon business now has a second location in Coos Bay.

The historic Wilson’s Market has been a family-owned business since 1938. Wilson’s has been operated by the Garrett family since the early 2000s.

After the Garrett family bought it, the ma and pa market became known for its’ big personality and tasty food, and for the slogan ‘Come as a customer, leave as a friend.’

Archie Garrett bought into his family business in 2013 and shortly thereafter, Wilson’s started selling tacos, burritos and nachos.

“When we added the food, it added a whole other element to the business. We became really popular, especially regionally,” Garrett said. “People in Coquille and Coos Bay and even Roseburg knew that when they went to Bandon, they had to swing by Wilson’s Market.”

Garrett and his partner Katie Gordon are keeping the family tradition going at their new location in Coos Bay. The couple, who have an 8-year-old son and another baby on the way, opened the new location at the beginning of March and have hit the ground running.

“It’s been awesome. We already had a good reputation so from day one we had a line out the door. People have been really friendly,” Garrett said.

The Coos Bay Wilson’s Market has the same menu as in Bandon, and also offers convenient store items, such as chips, snacks, soft drinks, beer and tobacco. They also sell in-house made “criminal jerky” only available at Wilson's.

Wilson’s starts selling breakfast burritos every morning at about 7:30 a.m. Lunch items – nachos, burritos and tacos –are available from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. They also have specialty items such as ‘Hawaiian Thursday’ and carne asada every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday

in addition to the smoked chicken and smoked pork shoulder. Wilson’s also caters for events.

“We pay a lot of attention to the details when it comes to food. We smoke the meat. We hand fry the taco shells and slice all the herbs fresh, and we make all of the sauces homemade,” Garrett said.

In addition to the food, Wilson’s is also known for its’ atmosphere.

“We have a loud personality at Wilson’s, and we always have music going. You are always greeted with a smile,” the business owner said.

Garrett said it’s been a dream of his to expand his families’ business. His partner Gordon’s family has been in the restaurant industry, and she has always wanted to own a business as well.

“So, we are making it happen,” Garrett said.

“It’s a little scary coming from a small town to a big city. Not that Coos Bay is a big city – but you know what I mean. So we couldn’t be happier,” he said. “We are very thankful for how it has been received up here and how friendly the people are. It’s nice to know how much of the small-town vibe Coos Bay still has to offer the community and we are happy to be a part of it.”

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Right - Wilson's Market owners Katie Gordon and Archie Garrett opened the new business location at the beginning of March. They offer the same favorite menu items as the Bandon location.

Left - Employee Alex Cowan delivers an order of tacos to a customer. Wilson's market owners said they are happy to have a great crew at the new location in Coos Bay. Bottom - Wilson's doesn't mess around with their macho nachos, a popular item at the market.

Arlo Jason Ferguson

January 28, 1971 – March 30, 2023

Kelly raised two children, Ryan Smith and Erika Smith.

Obituaries

Charles Edward Siewell

August 16, 1938 – January 24, 2023

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Arlo Jason Ferguson, of Bandon, Oregon, passed away on March 30, 2023 at the age of 52. Arlo was born on January 28, 1971 to Larry and Julie Ferguson in Colorado Springs, Colorado. After graduating from Sandia High School in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Arlo attended art school in Phoenix, Arizona.

In 1991, Arlo met Kelly Ferguson while participating in a bowling league in Tucson, Arizona. They were married in 1994 and moved to Bandon, Oregon shortly after. Together, Arlo and

Arlo was happiest when he was surrounded by his closest friends and family, sitting on his back patio watching the sunset, playing board games with his wife, or dancing around the kitchen to his favorite music. He had a goofy sense of humor and kept everyone entertained with his numerous jokes and stories. Despite being the worst fisherman in the world, somehow Arlo always managed to catch the biggest fish. He was always up for anything, whether roller skating at his grandson’s birthday, building a chicken coop in the backyard after his wife brought home a box of weekold chicks, or kayaking nearby lakes and rivers. Somehow, Arlo always managed to catch the biggest fish.

Arlo worked at Hennick’s Home Center for 7 years before spending 15 years in construction. His craftsmanship

can be seen in many of the stunning custom homes dotting the Bandon Coastline, as well as in the backyard projects that he did for his friends and neighbors. He later returned to work for Hennick’s as the assistant manager where he took great joy in his daily interactions with the customers.

Arlo was preceded in death by his brother, Zack Ferguson. He is survived by his best friend and beloved wife of 29 years, Kelly Ferguson; parents, Larry and Susan Ferguson and Julie Peterson (“Jewell Starsinger”); sons, Ryan Smith (Adrienne Reddick-Smith), Carson Capps, and Patrick Boak (Julie Boak); daughter, Erika Smith (Evan Divers); and grandchildren, Brody Smith, MacKenzie Moen, Kylie Divers, and Wilder Boak.

As Arlo was a generous and giving person, please consider donating to the American Cancer Society in his memory.

C. Eddie Siewell passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, with his wife, Edla by his side. Born August 16, 1938, in Coquille, Oregon to parents Dale and Blanche Siewell, he lived most of his life in Oregon, primarily on the Coast. He spent many happy years working and playing at his grandfather’s farm and enjoying time at school with his cousins.

Eddie spent most of his career in the woods as a logger. A dedicated advocate for land management, believing that the only good tree is a stump. He mastered

many aspects of the logging industries, including choker setter, side rod, yarder operator, rubber tire skidder operator, and crummy pilot.

In addition to his logging adventures, he joined the navy for one enlistment, worked in the grocery store industry, worked on a shrimp boat, rode in several ‘roundups’ in the Wallowa area, and even had a seafood distribution business, bringing seafood to Eastern Oregon. When his children were young, you could find him at their sporting events and school activities.

Eddie was determined, strong-minded and a bit gritty. His favorite saying being “don’t tell me, I’ll show you.” He showed his children by example the importance of a strong work ethic, to stand up for what you believe and the value of holding firm to your beliefs. His ability to tell a good story was unmatched, it kept all that knew him entertained and laughing. While never accused of being

an advocate for others, Eddie spent his last days helping those around him (he asked that we add this part – haha).

In his final hours, he spent time with those around him making them laugh, being ornery and a bit mischievous, thanking his wife for her care, love and commitment and telling stories.

He is survived by his wife, Edla; daughters, Maria O’Neil, Renee Devereux, Holly Devereux (Rob Allen), and Elizabeth Bacon Brownson (Nicholas Brownson); daughter-in-law, Michelle Siewell; stepson, Rick Thomas; ten grandchildren; one great grandchild; brother, John Siewell; and sister, Dori Hart. He is predeceased by daughter, Jill Devereux; and son, Aaron Siewell.

We will all miss his spunk, headstrong demeanor, loving heart, and quick wit, but will hold that spirit close.

A celebration of life service will be held April 15, 2023, 11:00 am at the Yaquina Bay Yacht Club in Newport, OR.

Death Notices

John "Wayne" Vermillion Jr.

52, of Coos Bay, passed away January 17, 2023 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131 www. coosbayareafunerals.com

Mark W. Daimler

61, of Coos Bay died March 22, 2023 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel. 541-267-3131. www. coosbayareafunerals.com

Lawrence Wayne Denny

85 of Coos Bay passed away March 23, 2023, at Milwaukie, OR. Cremation rites under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, Coos Bay, 541 267-4216.

Billy D. Hale 69, of Coos Bay died March 23, 2023 in Coos Bay. Cremation rites are under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. www. coosbayareafunerals.com

Harold Glenn Thompson 80 of Myrtle Point passed away March 26, 2023, at Coos Bay. Cremation rites under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, Coos Bay, 541-267-4216.

Anthony Tillotson 48, of North Bend, passed away on March 27, 2023 in North Bend. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440. www. coosbayareafunerals.com

Daniel Wolfgram 53, of Yuba City, California, passed away on March 27, 2023 in North Bend. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440. www. coosbayareafunerals.com

William D. Lorenson 71, of Coos Bay died March 29, 2023 in Coos Bay. Cremation rites are under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. www. coosbayareafunerals.com

Harold "Harry" W. Caughell 84, of Langlois, passed away on March 30, 2023 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440. www. coosbayareafunerals.com

John Thomas Rinkes 87, of Coos Bay, passed away April 1, 2023 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131, www. coosbayareafunerals.com

Calvin Robert "JR" Hack, Jr. 54 of Coos Bay, passed away April 2, 2023 at Coos Bay. Arrangements under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, Coos Bay, 541 267-4216.

Vernon L. Fellows 88, of North Bend, passed away on April 2, 2023 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440 www. coosbayareafunerals.com

Robert "Bob" Clifton Sproul 85, of Coos Bay, passed away April 2, 2023 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131, www. coosbayareafunerals. com

Demetrio Hidalgo Reyes 81, of Lakeside, passed away April 2, 2023 in Lakeside. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541267-3131 www.coosbayareafunerals com

Jeffrey B. Looney 63, of North Bend, passed away on April 3, 2023 in North Bend. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440 www.coosbayareafunerals com

Darrell G. Smith 83, of Coos Bay, passed away on April 3, 2023 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440 www. coosbayareafunerals.com

Kimberly K. Miller 61, of Lakeside died April 3, 2023 in Lakeside. Arrangements are under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel. 541-267-3131. www. coosbayareafunerals.com

Ronald H. Nelsen 88, of Coos Bay died April 3, 2023 in Coos Bay. Cremation rites are under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. www. coosbayareafunerals.com

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

Juvenile Department

In the Matter of BRAYLON LEE NELSON

A Child. Case No. 22JU05286

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IN THE NAME OF THE STATE OF OREGON:

TO BE REPRESENTED BY AN ATTORNEY IN THIS MATTER. If you are currently represented by an attorney, CONTACT YOUR ATTORNEY IMMEDIATELY UPON RECEIVING THIS NOTICE. Your previous attorney may not be representing you in this matter.

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AUCTION NOTICE

The following storage units located at Hauser Dunes Storage Facility 68512 Hwy 101 North Bend, OR, will be auctioned off on Friday April 21, 2023 at 11:30 am.

Terms: Cash Only TENANT: UNIT: Catherine Carlin K Lana Leveque M Clifton Richardson #4 Advanced Property Management LLC Tammy Tice, Property Manager 342 Anderson Avenue Coos Bay, OR 97420 541-269-7210

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A petition has been filed asking the court to terminate your parental rights to the above-named child under ORS 419B.500, 419B.502, 419B.504, 419B.506 and/or 419B.508 for the purpose of placing the child for adoption. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO PERSONALLY APPEAR before the Coos County Circuit Court, 250 N. Baxter, Coquille, OR 97423, on May 16, 2023 at 9:00 A.M. for a hearing on the allegations of the petition and to personally appear at any subsequent court-ordered hearing. YOU MUST APPEAR PERSONALLY in the courtroom on the date and at the time listed above. AN ATTORNEY MAY NOT ATTEND THE HEARING IN YOUR PLACE. THEREFORE, YOU MUST APPEAR EVEN IF YOUR ATTORNEY ALSO APPEARS. This summons is published pursuant to the order of the circuit court judge of the above-entitled court, dated January 25, 2023. The order directs that this summons be published once each week for three consecutive weeks, making three publications in all, in a published newspaper of general circulation in Coos County. Date of first publication: April 7, 2023.

Date of last publication: April 21, 2023

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IF YOU CANNOT AFFORD TO HIRE AN ATTORNEY and you meet the state’s financial guidelines, you are entitled to have an attorney appointed for you at state expense. TO REQUEST APPOINTMENT OF AN ATTORNEY TO REPRESENT YOU AT STATE EXPENSE, YOU MUST IMMEDIATELY CONTACT the Coos County Circuit Court at 250 N. Baxter, Coquille, OR 97423. between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. for further information.

IF YOU ARE REPRESENTED BY AN ATTORNEY, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO MAINTAIN CONTACT WITH YOUR ATTORNEY AND TO KEEP YOUR ATTORNEY ADVISED OF YOUR WHEREABOUTS.

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GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed personal representative of the above estate. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them to the undersigned personal representative at Lawrence Finneran LLC, Attorney at Law, 405 North Fifth Street, PO Box 359, Coos Bay, Oregon, 97420, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice or they may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by this proceeding may obtain additional information from the records of the court, the personal representative, or the attorneys for the personal representative.

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

In the Matter of the Estate of JUDI L. LARSON, Deceased.

Case No. 23PB02551

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed personal representative of the above estate. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them to the undersigned personal representative at Lawrence Finneran LLC, Attorney at Law, 405 North Fifth Street, PO Box 359, Coos Bay, Oregon, 97420, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice or they may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by this proceeding may obtain additional information from the records of the court, the personal representative, or the attorneys for the personal representative. DATED and first published this 7th day of April, 2023.

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NOTICE OF BUDGET

COMMITTEE MEETING URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY OF THE CITY OF COOS BAY

A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Urban Renewal Agency of the City of Coos Bay, Coos County, Oregon will be held to discuss the budget for fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, on May 4, 2023, at 6:00 pm. The purpose of the meeting is to receive the budget message and receive comment from the public on the budget.

Public comments will be accepted at this meeting.

This is a public meeting where deliberation of the Budget Committee will take place. Any person may appear at the meeting and discuss the proposed programs with the Budget Committee.

Beginning April 14, 2023, the proposed budget and meeting notice are available on the city’s website at www.coosbayor.

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Published: April 14, 2023

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NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING

CITY OF COOS BAY

A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the City of Coos Bay will be held to discuss the budget for fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024 on May 4, 2023 at 6:15 pm, or as soon as possible thereafter following the City of Coos Bay Urban Renewal Budget Committee Meeting at 6:00 pm. The purpose of the meeting is to receive the budget message and receive comment from the public on the budget. Public comments will be accepted at this meeting. This is a public meeting where deliberation of the Budget Committee will take place. Any person may appear at the meeting and discuss the proposed programs with the Budget Committee.

Beginning April 14, 2023, the proposed budget and meeting notice are available on the city’s website at www.coosbayor. gov and electronic copies can be requested by contacting the finance department 541-269-8915 or finance@coosbayor.

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Published: April 14, 2023

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

No 23PB02747

NOTICE TO INTERESTED

PERSONS

In the Matter of the Estate of Lon L. Samuels, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Robert N. Olson has been appointed as the personal representative of the above estate. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them to the undersigned personal representative in care of the undersigned attorney at: Five Centerpointe Dr. Ste 240, Lake Oswego, OR 97035, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, as stated below, or their claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the above proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, the personal representative, or the attorney for the personal representative.

Dated and first published April 14, 2023.

Robert N. Olson, Personal Representative Terry J. Tassin Jr., OSB#983553, Scarborough, McNeese, Oelke & Kilkenny, PC

Attorney for Personal Representative Five Centerpointe Dr. Ste 240 Lake Oswego, OR 97035

Published: April 14, April 21 and April 28, 2023

The World & ONPA (ID:361728)

JLF 22-128083 TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE A default has occurred under the terms of a trust deed made by Mack G. Butler and Joann E. Butler, as tenants by the entirety, whose address is 270 S Morrison Street, Coos Bay, OR 97420 as grantor to First American Title Insurance Co., as Trustee, in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Freedom Mortgage Corporation, its successors and assigns, as named Beneficiary, dated August 14, 2017, recorded August 23, 2017, in the mortgage records of Coos County, Oregon, as Instrument No. 2017-08110, Nationstar Mortgage LLC is the present Beneficiary as defined by ORS 86.705(2), as covering the following described real property: LOT 1 AND THE E 1/2 OF LOT 2, BLOCK 45, FIRST ADDITION TO EMPIRE, COOS COUNTY, OREGON. COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 270 S Morrison Street, Coos Bay, OR 97420. Both the beneficiary and the trustee have elected to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by said trust deed and a notice of default has been recorded pursuant to Oregon Revised Statutes 86.752(3); the default for which the foreclosure is made is grantor’s failure to pay when due the following sums: Monthly payments in the sum of $767.99, from June 1, 2022 and monthly payments in the sum of $769.90, from February 1, 2023 plus prior accrued late charges in the amount of $152.23, together with all costs, disbursements, and/ or fees incurred or paid by the beneficiary and/or trustee, their employees, agents or assigns. By reason of said default the beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation that the trust deed secures immediately due and payable, said sum being the following, to-wit: $105,741.31, together with accrued interest in the sum of $3,371.69 through February 27, 2023, together with interest thereon at the rate of 3.875% per annum from February 28, 2023, plus prior accrued late charges in the amount of $152.23, plus the sum of $824.32 for advances, together with all costs, disbursements, and/or fees incurred or paid by the beneficiary and/or trustee, their employees, agents or assigns. WHEREFORE, notice hereby is given that the undersigned trustee will on July 19, 2023, at the hour of 11:00 AM PT, in accord with the standard time established by ORS 187.110, at the main entrance of the Coos County Courthouse, located at 2nd & Baxter Street, in the City of Coquille, OR, 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 has or had power to convey at the time of the execution of 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 to any person named in ORS 86.778 that the right exists, at any time that is not later than five days before the date last set for the sale, to have this foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the trust deed reinstated by paying to the beneficiary of the entire amount due (other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred) and by curing any other default complained of herein that is capable of being cured by tendering the performance required under the obligations or trust deed, and in addition to paying said sums or tendering the performance necessary to cure the default, by paying all costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation and trust deed, together with trustee’s fees and attorney’s fees not exceeding the amounts provided by said ORS

86.778. Notice is further given that reinstatement or payoff quotes requested pursuant to ORS 86.786 and ORS 86.789 must be timely communicated in a written request that complies with that statute, addressed to the trustee’s “Reinstatements/Payoffs - ORS 86.786” either by personal delivery or by first class, certified mail, return receipt requested, to the trustee’s address shown below. Due to potential conflicts with federal law, persons having no record legal or equitable interest in the subject property will only receive information concerning the lender’s estimated or actual bid. Lender bid information is also available at the trustee’s website, www.logs. com/janeway_law_firm. In construing this notice, the masculine gender includes the feminine and the neuter, the singular includes the plural, the word “grantor” includes any successor in interest to the grantor as well as any other person owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by said trust deed, and the words “trustee” and “beneficiary” include their respective successors in interest, if any. 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 property is in default. This shall serve as notice that the beneficiary shall be conducting property inspections on the said 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. The Fair Debt Collection Practice Act requires that we state the following: This is an attempt to collect a debt, 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. Dated:

3/2/2023 JANEWAY LAW FIRM, LLC, Successor Trustee 1499 SE Tech Center Place, Suite 255, Vancouver, WA 98683 www. logs.com/janeway_law_firm

Telephone: (360) 2602253 Toll-free: 1-800970-5647 JLF 22-128083 NPP0422092 To: WORLD (COOS) 04/07/2023, 04/14/2023, 04/21/2023, 04/28/2023

Published: April 7, April 14, April 21 and April 28, 2023

The World & ONPA (ID:361027)

NOTICE OF PORT OF UMPQUA BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING

A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Port of Umpqua, Douglas County, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024, will be held at 1841 Winchester Ave, Reedsport, OR 97467. The meeting will take place on Wednesday April 19, 2023 at 6:00 PM. The purpose of the meeting is to receive the budget message and to receive comment from the public on the budget. This is a public meeting where deliberation of the Budget Committee will take place. Any person may appear at the meeting and discuss the proposed programs with the Budget Committee. A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained on or after April 11, 2023 at the Port office 1877 Winchester Ave, Reedsport OR between the hours of 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM. This notice of budget committee meeting may also be found on the Port of Umpqua web site: www. portofumpqua.net

Published: March 24, April 11 and April 14, 2023

This is an action for Judicial Foreclosure of real property commonly known as 564 SOUTH 6TH STREET, COOS BAY, OR 97420. A motion or answer must be given to the court clerk or administrator within 30 days of the date of the first publication specified herein along with the required filing fee.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS Case No. 22CV14001 SUMMONS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE HOME EQUITY ASSET TRUST 20072 HOME EQUITY PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-2 Plaintiff v. THE ESTATE OF RICHARD P. STROH;; THE ESTATE OF LILITH NIX; THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, ASSIGNS AND DEVISEES OF LILITH NIX; DONNA R. NELSON; VICKIE J. SMITH; DIANE VELEY; DEBRA HAAKSMA; CHARLES STROH; GILBERT NEHMZOW III; TERRANCE NEHMZOW; MARLA DENTINO; RICHARD DENTINO; GILBERT NEHMZOW, JR.; THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, ASSIGNS AND DEVISEES OF THOMAS STROH; CYNTHIA BOENING; OREGON AFFORDABLE HOUSING ASSISTANCE CORPORATION; OREGON DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE; WESTERN MERCANTILE AGENCY, INC.; PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES, LLC; STATE OF OREGON, DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES; AND ALL OTHER PERSONS OR PARTIES UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, LIEN, OR INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS 564 SOUTH 6TH STREET, COOS BAY, OREGON 97420 Defendants TO DEFENDANTS: THE ESTATE OF RICHARD P. STROH;; THE ESTATE OF LILITH NIX; THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, ASSIGNS AND DEVISEES OF LILITH NIX; DONNA R. NELSON; THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, ASSIGNS AND DEVISEES OF THOMAS STROH AND ALL OTHER PERSONS OR PARTIES UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, LIEN, OR INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS 564 SOUTH 6TH STREET, COOS BAY OREGON 97420. IN THE NAME OF THE STATE OF OREGON: You are hereby required to appear and defend the action filed against you in the above-entitled cause within 30 days from the date of service of this Summons upon you; and if you fail to appear and defend, for want thereof, the Plaintiff will apply to the court for the relief demanded therein.

Dated: February 14, 2023 ALDRIDGE PITE, LLP

By: /s/ Michael J. Page Michael J. Page, OSB #194328 (503) 345-9459 (503) 222-2260 (Facsimile) mpage@aldridgepite.com 1050 SW 6th Avenue, Suite 1100 Portland, OR 97204

Of Attorneys for Plaintiff NOTICE TO DEFENDANT/ DEFENDANTS READ THESE PAPERS CAREFULLY

You must “appear” in this case or the other side will win automatically. To “appear” you must file with the court a legal paper called a “motion” or “answer”. The “motion” or “answer” must be given to the court clerk or administrator within 30 days (or 60 days for Defendant United States or State of Oregon Department of Revenue) along with the required filing fee. It must be in proper form and have proof of service on the plaintiff’s attorney or, if the plaintiff does not have an attorney, proof of service on the plaintiff. If you have questions, you should see an attorney immediately.

If you need help in finding an attorney, you may contact the Oregon State Bar’s Lawyer Referral Service online at www.

oregonstatebar.org or by calling (503) 684-3763 (in the Portland metropolitan area) or toll-free elsewhere in Oregon at (800) 4527636.

NOTICE TO ANY VETERAN OF THE ARMED FORCES

If you are a veteran of the armed forces, assistance may be available from a county veterans’ service officer or community action agency. Contact information for a local county veterans’ service officer and community action agency may be obtained by calling a 2-1-1 information service.

Published: March 31, April 7, April 14 and April 21, 2023

The World & ONPA (ID:360664)

NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING

A public meeting of the budget committee of the City of Powers, Coos County, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024 will be held at the Senior Center, 120 Fir Street, Powers, Oregon as well as via teleconference.

The meeting will take place on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at 6:00 PM. The purpose of the meeting is to receive the budget, budget message, and to receive comment from the public on the budget. This is a public meeting where deliberation of the budget committee will take place. Any person may appear at the meeting or appear remotely via teleconference to submit comments on the proposed programs to the budget committee. Comments may also be submitted via email to admin@cityofpowers. com at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. The meeting venue is handicap accessible. Please call city hall at (541) 4393331 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting if you require any special accommodations to attend in the meeting. A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained beginning on April 25 by submitting a request to the city recorder.

Published: April 7 and April 14, 2023

The World & ONPA(ID:361389)

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

In the Matter of the Estate of: ETTA ROSELLA DAVIS, Deceased. Case No. 23PB02223

INFORMATION TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that RICHARD DAVIS has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate of ETTA ROSELLA DAVIS are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative at 101 Eagle Rock Rd., Roundup, MT 59072, or through their attorney, Nathan B. McClintock, at PO Box 1178, Coos Bay, OR 97420, or in person at 936 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, the personal representative, or the lawyer for the personal representative, Nathan B. McClintock.

Dated and first published on April 7, 2023.

/s/ Nathan B. McClintock, OSB #841520 Attorney for Personal

Representative

Personal Representative:

Richard Davis 101 Eagle Rock Rd., Roundup, MT 59072

Telephone: 406.998.7705

Email: radwillys@gmail.com

Lawyer for Personal

Representative:

Nathan B. McClintock, OSB #841520 Corrigall & McClintock

P.O. Box 1178 Coos Bay, OR 97420

Telephone: (541) 269-1123

Fax: (541) 269-1126

Email: nmcclintock@ epuerto.com

Published: April 7, April 14, April 21 and April 28, 2023

The World & ONPA (ID:361048)

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

In the Matter of the Estate of:

Michael D. Culbertson, Deceased. Coos County Case No. 23PB01240

NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS

NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative.

All persons having claims against the Estate are required to present them with vouchers attached, to the attorney for the Personal Representative:

RILEY M. MAKIN 1606 SE Glenwood Street, Portland, Oregon 97202, 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 proceeding may obtain additional information from the records of the Court or the attorney for the Personal Representative. Dated and first published April 7, 2023.

Lezlie A. Beach, Personal Representative ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE:

Riley M. Makin, OSB # 123822

Attorney at Law 1606 SE Glenwood Street Portland, Oregon 97202 (971) 222-3395

Published: April 7, April 14 and April 21, 2023

The World & ONPA (ID:361454) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS, PROBATE DEPARTMENT

In the Matter of the Estate of:

DENNIS LEE WATERMAN, Decedent.Case No.: 23PB02337

NOTICE TO INTERESTED

PERSONS

NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that Navina Waterman has been appointed Administrator.

All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to Amy L. Muenchrath, attorney for the Administrator, 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 Administrator, or the attorney for the Administrator, Amy L. Muenchrath, MuenchrathLaw, LLC, 280 N. Collier St., Coquille, Oregon 97423. Dated and first published this 14th day of April, 2023.

Published: April 14, April 21 and April 28, 2023

The World & ONPA (ID:361759)

Legal Notice Public Sale

On April 21, 2023 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

FACILITIES NAME

Aryanne

TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE OF COMMERCIAL

LOAN T.S. No.: OR-23952352-BB Reference is made to that certain deed made by, TIFFANY

L. ROWLAND, AN

UNMARRIED PERSON as Grantor to MATTHEW M. CHAKOIAN, ATTORNEY AT LAW-OREGON STATE BAR, as trustee, in favor of VERISTONE MORTGAGE, LLC, as Beneficiary, dated 12/2/2021, recorded 12/8/2021, in official records of COOS County, Oregon as fee/file/instrument/ microfilm/reception number 2021-13573 and subsequently assigned or transferred by operation of law to VERISTONE MORTGAGE, LLC covering the following described real property situated in said County, and State.

APN: 23S1220-BA-03100

0000029602 1304 - 29602

THE LAND REFERRED TO IN THIS GUARANTEE IS SITUATED IN THE CITY OF LAKESIDE, COUNTY OF COOS, STATE OF OREGON, AND IS DESCRIBED AS

FOLLOWS: A PORTION OF THE NE 1/4 OF THE NW 1/4 OF SECTION 20, TOWNSHIP 23 SOUTH,

RANGE 12 WEST OF THE WILLAMETTE MERIDIAN, COOS COUNTY, OREGON, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 20 THAT IS NORTH 87° 15’ EAST 1875 FEET FROM THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 20;

THENCE SOUTH 946.7

FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING OF THE TRACT TO BE DESCRIBED AND ALSO THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF A TRACT CONVEYED TO RAYMOND E. GLASS BY DEED RECORDED

APRIL 5, 1955, IN BOOK 240, PAGE 718, DEED RECORDS OF COOS COUNTY, OREGON;

THENCE SOUTH 54°

43’ WEST 216.83 FEET;

THENCE SOUTH 30°

14’ WEST 69.67 FEET;

THENCE SOUTH 34° 47’

20” WEST 59.59 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE ON THE LOW WATER LINE OF SHUTTER’S ARM OF TEN MILE LAKE;

THENCE WESTERLY AND NORTHERLY ALONG THE LOW WATER LINE TO A POINT THAT IS WEST OF THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE

EAST 32 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO AN IRON PIPE THAT IS 204.7 FEET WEST OF THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE

CONTINUING EAST 204.7

FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING.

Commonly known as:

2973 S TEN MILE LAKE, LAKESIDE, OR 97449 The undersigned hereby certifies that based upon business records there are no known written assignments of the trust deed by the trustee or by the beneficiary and no appointments of a successor trustee have been made, except as recorded in the records of the county or counties in which the above described real property is situated. Further, no action has been instituted to recover the debt, or any part thereof, now remaining secured by the trust deed, or, if such action has been instituted, such action has been dismissed except as permitted by ORS 86.752(7). Both the beneficiary and the trustee have elected to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by said trust deed and notice has been recorded pursuant to Section 86.752(3) of Oregon Revised Statutes. There is a default by grantor or other person owing an obligation, performance of which is secured by the trust deed, or by the successor in interest,

with respect to provisions therein which authorize sale in the event of such provision. The default for which foreclosure is made is grantor’s failure to pay when due the following sum: TOTAL REQUIRED TO REINSTATE: Not applicable due to loan maturity TOTAL REQUIRED TO PAYOFF: $251,472.83 PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT REINSTATEMENT WILL NOT BE AN OPTION AT THIS TIME, AS THE ENTIRE BALANCE OF THE DEBT IS OWED AND DUE. Because of interest, late charges, and other charges that may vary from day-to-day, the amount due on the day you pay may be greater. It will be necessary for you to contact the Trustee before the time you tender reinstatement or the payoff amount so that you may be advised of the exact amount you will be required to pay. By reason of the default, the beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by the trust deed immediately due and payable, those sums being the following, to- wit: The loan has matured and all balances due under the terms of the promissory note dated 12/2/2021 have not been paid, including the balance of principal and interest, along with late charges, foreclosure fees and costs, any legal fees, and/or advances that have become due. Nothing in this notice shall be construed as a waiver of any fees owing to the Beneficiary under the Deed of Trust pursuant to the terms of the loan documents.

Whereof, notice hereby is given that QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION F/K/A QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON, the undersigned trustee will on 7/6/2023 at the hour of 10:00 AM, Standard of Time, as established by section 187.110, Oregon Revised Statues, Inside the main lobby of the Coos County Courthouse, located at 250 N Baxter St, Coquille, OR 97423 County of COOS, State of Oregon, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the said described real property which the grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by him of the said trust deed, together with any interest which the grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said trust deed, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the trustee.

Notice is further given that any person named in Section 86.778 of Oregon Revised Statutes has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed by payment to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of said principal as would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, trustee’s and attorney’s fees and curing any other default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the obligation or trust deed, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale. Other than as shown of record, neither the beneficiary nor the trustee has any actual notice of any person having or claiming to have any lien upon or interest in the real property hereinabove described subsequent to the interest of the trustee in the trust deed, or of any successor in interest to grantor or of any lessee or other person in possession of or occupying the property, except: Name and Last Known Address and Nature of Right, Lien or Interest TIFFANY ROWLAND 2973 S TEN

MILE LAKE LAKESIDE, OR 97449 Original Borrower

For Sale Information Call: 916-939-0772 or Login to: www.nationwideposting. com In construing this notice, the singular includes the plural, the word “grantor” includes any successor in interest to this grantor as well as any other person owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by the trust deed, and the words “trustee” and “beneficiary” include their respective successors in interest, if any. Pursuant to Oregon Law, this sale will not be deemed final until the Trustee’s deed has been issued by QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION

F/K/A QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON. If any irregularities are discovered within 10 days of the date of this sale, the trustee will rescind the sale, return the buyer’s money and take further action as necessary. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Pursuant to ORS 86.797(4) an action for deficiency may be brought after a trustee’s sale of a nonresidential trust deed. Without limiting the trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the trustee’s sale. NOTICE TO TENANTS: TENANTS OF THE SUBJECT REAL PROPERTY HAVE CERTAIN PROTECTIONS AFFFORDED TO THEM UNDER ORS 86.782 AND POSSIBLY UNDER FEDERAL LAW. ATTACHED TO THIS NOTICE OF SALE, AND INCORPORATED HEREIN, IS A NOTICE TO TENANTS THAT SETS FORTH SOME OF THE PROTECTIONS THAT ARE AVAILABLE TO A TENANT OF THE SUBJECT REAL PROPERTY AND WHICH SETS FORTH CERTAIN REQUIRMENTS THAT MUST BE COMPLIED WITH BY ANY TENANT IN ORDER TO OBTAIN THE AFFORDED PROTECTION, AS REQUIRED UNDER ORS 86.771. TS No: OR-23-952352-BB

TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE TS NO.: 22-63403 Reference is made to that certain Deed of Trust (hereinafter referred as the Trust Deed) made by ERIC M. HATLEY as Grantor to FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE COMPANY OF OREGON, as trustee, in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (“MERS”), as designated nominee for LOANDEPOT.COM, LLC, beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, as Beneficiary, dated 5/9/2017, recorded 5/17/2017, as Instrument No. 2017-04453, The Deed of Trust was modified under Modification Agreement signed 11/21/2019 in mortgage records of Coos County, Oregon covering the following described real property situated in said County and State, to-wit: THAT PORTION OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY LYING NORTH OF THE SHUTTER’S LANDING COUNTY ROAD: BEGINNING AT A POINT 270 FEET WEST OF THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE NE 1/4 OF THE NW 1/4 OF THE SE 1/4 OF SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 24 SOUTH, RANGE 13 WEST OF THE WILLAMETTE MERIDIAN, COOS COUNTY, OREGON; THENCE WEST ALONG THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF THE NE 1/4 OF THE NW 1/4 OF THE SE 1/4, 90 FEET TO A POINT 360 FEET FROM THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE NE 1/4 OF THE NW 1/4 OF THE SE 1/4; THENCE SOUTH 660 FEET TO THE SOUTH BOUNDARY OF THE NE 1/4 OF THE NW 1/4 OF THE SE 114 AND 360 FEET WEST OF THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE NE 1/4 OF THE NW 1/4 OF THE SE 1/4; THENCE EAST 90 FEET TO A POINT 270 FEET WEST OF THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE NE 1/4 OF THE NW 1/4 OF THE SE 1/4; THENCE NORTH 660 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, ALL BEING IN THE NE 1/4 OF THE NW 1/4 OF THE SE 1/4 OF SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 24 SOUTH, RANGE 13 WEST OF THE WILLAMETTE MERIDIAN, COOS COUNTY, OREGON. ALSO BEGINNING AT A POINT 110 FEET WEST OF THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE NE 1/4 OF THE NW 1/4 OF THE SE 1/4 OF SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 24 SOUTH, RANGE 13 WEST OF THE WILLAMETTE MERIDIAN, COOS COUNTY, OREGON; THENCE WEST 160 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 41 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE BOUNDARY OF THE COUNTY ROAD; THENCE EASTERLY ALONG SAID COUNTY ROAD 160 FEET; THENCE NORTH 53 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. EXCEPTING THEREFROM THE FOLLOWING: BEGINNING AT A POINT 110 FEET WEST OF THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE NE 1/4 OF THE NW 1/4 OF THE SE 1/4 OF SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 24 SOUTH, RANGE 13 WEST OF THE WILLAMETTE MERIDIAN, COOS COUNTY, OREGON; THENCE WEST 65 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 55 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF THE COUNTY ROAD; THENCE EASTERLY ALONG THE COUNTY ROAD TO A POINT SOUTH OF THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH TO THE

POINT OF BEGINNING. ALSO BEGINNING AT A POINT 175 FEET WEST OF THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE NE 1/4 OF THE NW 1/4 OF THE SE 1/4 OF SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 24 SOUTH, RANGE 13 WEST OF THE WILLAMETTE MERIDIAN, COOS COUNTY, OREGON; THENCE WEST

150.4 FEET TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE PROPERTY CONVEYED TO LLOYD

HAMMOND ETUX BEARING MICROFILM

REEL NO. 70-12- 54403, RECORDS OF COOS COUNTY, OREGON; THENCE NORTH 1° 13’

EAST 20 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89° 51’ EAST

150.4 FEET TO A POINT NORTH 0° 13’ EAST FROM THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE SOUTH 0° 13’ WEST 20

FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. The street address or other common designation, if any for the real property described above is purported to be:

93873 SHUTTERS LANDING LNNORTH BEND, OREGON 97459

The Tax Assessor’s Account ID for the Real Property is purported to be:

24S1302DB00200 / 160103 Both the beneficiary and the trustee, ZBS Law, LLP have elected to foreclose the above referenced Trust Deed and sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by the Trust Deed and a Notice of Default and Election to Sell has been recorded pursuant to ORS 86.752(3). All right, title, and interest in the said described property which the grantors had, or had power to convey, at the time of execution of the Trust Deed, together with any interest the grantors or their successors in interest acquired after execution of the Trust Deed shall be sold at public auction to the highest bidder for cash to satisfy the obligations secured by the Trust Deed and the expenses of sale, including the compensation of the trustee as provided by law, and the reasonable fees of trustee’s attorneys. The default for which the foreclosure is made is: The monthly installment of principal and interest which became due on 10/1/2020, late charges, and all subsequent monthly installments of principal and interest. You are responsible to pay all payments and charges due under the terms and conditions of the loan documents which come due subsequent to the date of this notice, including, but not limited to, foreclosure trustee fees and costs, advances and late charges. Furthermore, as a condition to bring your account in good standing, you must provide the undersigned with written proof that you are not in default on any senior encumbrance and provide proof of insurance. Nothing in this notice should be construed as a waiver of any fees owing to the beneficiary under the deed of trust, pursuant to the terms and provisions of the loan documents. The amount required to cure the default in payments to date is calculated as follows:

From: 10/1/2020 Total of past due payments: $18,737.77 Late Charges: $1,001.61 Additional charges (Taxes, Insurance, Corporate Advances, Other Fees): $10,019.92

Suspense: ($34.79)

Trustee’s Fees and Costs: $626.00 Total necessary to cure: $30,350.51 Please note the amounts stated herein are subject to confirmation and review and are likely to change during the next 30 days. Please contact the

successor trustee ZBS Law, LLP, to obtain a “reinstatement’ and or “payoff’ quote prior to remitting funds. By reason of said default the beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by the Trust Deed due and payable. The amount required to discharge this lien in its entirety to date is: $175,814.01 Said sale shall be held at the hour of 11:00 AM on 6/23/2023 in accord with the standard of time established by ORS 187.110, and pursuant to ORS 86.771(7) shall occur at the following designated place: At the front entrance of the County Courthouse, 2nd and Baxter Streets, located at 250 N. Baxter St., Coquille, OR 97423 Other than as shown of record, neither the said beneficiary nor the said trustee have any actual notice of any person having or claiming to have any lien upon or interest in the real property hereinabove described subsequent to the interest of the trustee in the Trust Deed, or of any successors) in interest to the grantors or of any lessee or other person in possession of or occupying the property, except: NONE Notice is further given that any person named in ORS 86.778 has the right, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale, to have this foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the Trust Deed reinstated by payment to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred) and by curing any other default complained of herein that is capable of being cured by tendering the performance required under the obligation(s) of the Trust Deed, and in addition to paying said sums or tendering the performance necessary to cure the default, by paying all costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation and Trust Deed, together with the trustee’s and attorney’s fees not exceeding the amounts provided by ORS 86.778.

The mailing address of the trustee is: ZBS Law, LLP 5 Centerpointe Dr., Suite 400 Lake Oswego, OR 97035 (503) 946-6558 In construing this notice, the masculine gender includes the feminine and the neuter, the singular includes plural, the word “grantor” includes any successor in interest to the grantor as well as any other persons owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by said trust deed, the words “trustee” and ‘ beneficiary” include their respective successors in interest, if any. 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.

Dated:

2/8/2023 ZBS Law, LLP By: Bradford Ellis Klein, OSB#165784 ZBS Law, LLP Authorized to sing on behalf of the trustee A-4774951 04/07/2023, 04/14/2023, 04/21/2023, 04/28/2023

Published: April 7, April 14, April 21 and April 28, 2023

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS, PROBATE DEPARTMENT

In the Matter of the Estate of: CAROL FERN WILLIAMS, Decedent.

Case No.: 23PB02543

NOTICE TO INTERESTED

PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that Christopher Williams and Michael Williams have been appointed as Co-Personal Representatives. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to Amy L. Muenchrath, attorney for the CoPersonal Representatives, 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 Co-Personal Representatives, or the attorney for the CoPersonal Representatives, Amy L. Muenchrath, MuenchrathLaw, LLC, 280 N. Collier St., Coquille, Oregon 97423. Dated and first published this 14th day of April, 2023.

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Service Notice

Aileen Bellah

A graveside service for Aileen Bellah will be held at the Port Orford Pioneer Cemetery, Friday, April 14, 2023 at 1 pm. Family and friends are welcome.

Aileen Bellah passed away peacefully on November 10, 2022 at home with family in Decatur, Illinois. Aileen was born April 21, 1928 to Agnes Forty-Johnson and Harold Johnson. Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert Henry; mother; father; and brothers, Neil and Lawrence Johnson. Aileen is survived by her sons, Richard, Kristin,

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING STATE REVENUE SHARING CITY OF COOS BAY BUDGET COMMITTEE

A public hearing will be held before the Budget Committee of the City of Coos Bay, Coos County, Oregon giving citizens the opportunity to comment on the use of State Revenue Sharing for fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, on May 4, 2023, at 6:15 pm, or as soon as possible thereafter following the City of Coos Bay Urban Renewal Budget Committee Meeting at 6:00 pm. Public comments will be accepted at this meeting.

Published: April 14, 2023

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

In the Matter of the Estate of: SARAH EMILY ASHWORTH, Deceased. Case No. 23PB01896

INFORMATION TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that SUZANNE ADAMS has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate of SARAH EMILY ASHWORTH are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative at 2271 Marion Street,

North Bend, OR 97459, or through their attorney, Nathan B. McClintock, at PO Box 1178, Coos Bay, OR 97420, or in person at 936 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, the personal representative, or the lawyer for the personal representative, Nathan B. McClintock.

Dated and first published on April 7, 2023.

/s/ Nathan B. McClintock, OSB #841520

Christopher George Augsburger

February 23, 1962 – March 2, 2023

age in facing life challenges with strength and faith.

Attorney for Personal Representative

Personal Representative:

Suzanne Adams

2271 Marion St. North Bend, OR 97459

Telephone: 541.404.0797

Email: suzanne0143@aol. com

Lawyer for Personal

Representative: Nathan B. McClintock, OSB#841520 Corrigall & McClintock

P.O. Box 1178 Coos Bay, OR 97420

Telephone: (541) 269-1123

Fax: (541) 269-1126

Email: nmcclintock@ epuerto.com

Published: April 7, April 14, April 21 and April 28, 2023

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and Robert (Tonia); daughter, Sandra; grandchildren, Richard, Kimson, Kristy, Travis (Katie), Christopher, and Cole; and 4 great grandchildren.

Christopher George Augsburger, 61, of North Bend, Oregon, passed away on March 2, 2023. His battle with medical issues in recent years showed his cour-

Chris was born on February 23, 1962 in Munising, Michigan to Willis Augsburger and Ruth (Radley) Augsburger. As a child, Chris was a sensitive and loving member of a large family. He employed his artistic side in his career of being a produce manager for 45 years, with a gift for designing and arranging fresh produce in ways that were appealing to buyers. Chris also loved to cook delicious meals for his

family, with presentation being as important as taste. An important hobby for Chris was fishing, which he did whenever he could get out on the water.

Chris is survived by his beautiful wife, Kimberly. He was a proud dad to two sons, Kyle and Ryan; as well as two stepsons, Connor and Caleb; and stepdaughter, Maddy. Also surviving are his brothers and sisters, Jim (Kim), Chris, Joe (Caren), Mary (Dale), John (Kathleen), David (Linda), and Thom

(Mandy); and numerous nieces and nephews. Chris was preceded in death by his parents, Reverend Will and Ruth Augsburger; and his beloved daughter, Shannon Nicole. A celebration of life was held on Saturday, April 8, 2023 in North Bend. Friends and family are encouraged to sign the online guestbook at www.coosbayareafunerals.com and www.theworldlink. com. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-7560440.

Marjo Price, nee Margaret Johanna Langrell, died peacefully at home on March 10, 2023 surrounded by family and loved ones. She was ninetyfive years old. Burial services will be private at the family plot in Columbia Cemetery and a celebration of life will be held later.

Marjo was born July 24, l927 in Marshfield, Oregon, the only daughter of Inez Margaret Johnson and Albert Isaac Langrell. She attended public school, graduating with honors from Marshfield High School in 1945. She became president of the senior class, because all the boys had gone to World War II, thus breaking the glass ceiling early. She was a third generation Swede, her grandfather coming

from Sweden and then by wagon train into the Oregon Territory. He said they would learn and speak English since they were citizens of this new country.

She attended Stephens College “back east” along with girls from Oregon and Washington, who travelled by train to Chicago and then to St. Louis where they caught the”Wabash Cannonball” for Columbia. Arriving in the car with the coal burning stove, the girls were dressed in high heels, hats and gloves and welcomed by Stephens Susie senior sisters. It was an exciting beginning of a two-year stint that found her president of her hall, Windsor (now Pillsbury) and chosen one of the 10 Ideals (Cheerfulness). After Stephens she went to Stanford University, graduating with a BS in psychology in 1949, and was active in many student activities there.

Stanford graduation led to a job in San Francisco at Booz, Allen & Hamilton, a business consulting firm, where she met many Californians and retained her earlier friendships

with West Coast friends. In 1951, the president of Stephens called and asked her to come back to be his secretary, which was the beginning of the rest of her life in Columbia.

Marjo met Albert M. Price on a double date. Because they liked to dance (and their dates did not) they switched partners and so began a courtship that continued until October 11, 1952 when they married in Coos Bay. Thus began her introduction to hot summers and cold winters, beautiful springs and falls of central Missouri. She always said she was an Oregonian by birth but a Missourian by choice, a most sincere feeling.

Marjo reared three boys and was happy as a “stay-at-home Mom.” She participated in many organizations, such as supporting Grant school and West Junior where her boys attended, developing a children’s chapel at Calvary Episcopal Church, and starting the Art League program at Grant in the 1960s. Marjo was a member of the Boone County Bank board, Constance Emig Circle of Kings Daughters,

the Katy Trailhead committee, Planned Parenthood, Stephens College Alumnae Board, Trustee of the MU Ellis Library and various civic groups. Lately her greatest civic joys were serving as a founder and Board member of Columbia Independent School and supporting the Boone County Historical Society.

Marjo’s friends cherished her many thoughtful notes of support, her invitations to “tea,” where tea was rarely the beverage served and the conversation was always dynamic, ranging from personal updates to important public issues. Most of all, they appreciated Marjo’s wisdom, determination and encouragement.

Marjo is survived by her husband of seventy years, Al; sons, Lang, Robbie and Lake; daughters-in-law, Erin, Ali and Barbara; and grandchildren, Abby and Jenny, Lexi, Wesley and Caitlin, and Sterling and Oliver.

Remembrances may be made to Columbia Independent School, Columbia Cemetery Association or Boone County Historical Society.

Chess players not fooling around

Thirty Five Chess Players were not fooling around on April Fool’s Day as they played in the Pacific High School Chess Tournament. The games were intense as many are preparing for the two state tournaments later this month. It was Pacific High School's first chess tournament that they hosted and there almost was not enough room in the library.

In the novice section, Christian Williams (Myrtle Point) was undefeated

and took first. Delainey Swan (Coquille) and Malichi Florez (Coquille) tied for second.

In the intermediate section, Kayla Sullivan (Langlois) was undefeated and took first. James Hanburg (Coquille) got clear second losing only to Sullivan. Third place was a five-way tie between Tucker Long (Langlois), Logan Knapp (Langlois), Jack Taylor (Bandon), Angelina Morones (Langlois adult) and Luke Noel (Coquille)

Intermediate section happy that everyone gets a sweet prize at the end.

In the advance sec-

tion, Ray Tan (Coos Bay Adult) was undefeated. Frank Morse (Coquille) won second, losing

only to Tan, and third place was a tie between McKinley Warncke (Coquille) and Kenny McMillen (Bandon).

Margaret Johanna Langrell July 24, 1927 – March 10, 2023

HOLY COW! HISTORY: The Brilliantly ‘Stupid’ POW

By J. MARK POWELL InsideSources.com

The North Vietnamese didn’t know what to make of their prisoner.

Hours upon hours of first abusing him, then pumping him for military information, had produced nothing but a nasty nickname for the young American sailor. To their thinking, he was simply dumb as a rock.

Which was exactly what Petty Officer 2nd Class Doug Hegdahl wanted them to think. Because he was anything but stupid. Indeed, he cleverly used what his captors thought to be idiocy to brilliantly outwit them.

The road that ultimately led Hegdahl to Hanoi started nearly 7,700 miles away in his hometown of Clark, S.D. (population 1,148 in 2020.) The chance to see the world appealed to the innocent small-town boy who had seldom been far from home. So he signed up for a hitch in the U.S.

Navy in 1966 — just as the Vietnam War was ramping into overdrive.

He found himself onboard the USS Canberra in the Gulf of Tonkin a few months later. Early on April 6, 1967, as the cruiser was blasting away at targets on the North Vietnamese coast, Hegdahl stepped onto the deck, either for some fresh air or for a quick smoke. That was a huge no-no when the big guns were firing because a sailor could be knocked overboard. Which was exactly what happened. He swam for a few hours until being picked up by local fishermen, who promptly handed him over to the North Vietnamese military.

The goons who interrogated him didn’t buy his tale of being blown into the water.

They suspected he was a commando on a secret mission. Hegdahl realized he was in seriously hot water and had to act fast.

So, he decided to play dumb. Really, really

dumb. Talking in an exaggerated country accent, he claimed to be a simple farmboy. They beat him for a few days, but he consistently stuck with the bumpkin act until the North Vietnamese came to believe him. When they tried to get him to sign a propaganda statement, he readily agreed — except for the unfortunate fact that he couldn’t read or write, he said. It rang true to his captors since most Vietnamese farmers were illiterate. They brought in a tutor to teach him basic reading and writing. The teacher quit in frustration a few weeks later, saying the prisoner was just too dumb to learn. The North Vietnamese finally threw up their hands in frustration. That was when they started calling him “The Incredibly Stupid One.”

What they didn’t know was Hegdahl was far from stupid. Convinced he was useless, he was allowed to roam

around at will inside the prison compound. Yet during those solitary walks, he quietly poured dirt into the gas tanks of military vehicles, disabling five trucks.

With the help of an American Air Force officer, he memorized the names, capture dates, and other important details about more than 250 U.S. POWs. (He committed all that extensive data to memory by singing it to the tune of “Old MacDonald Had a Farm.”)

When he was transferred to the infamous Hanoi Hilton prison, Hegdahl quickly learned his fellow prisoners had vowed to reject an early release if it became available. They would all leave together or not at all.

Two agonizingly long years later, the North Vietnamese decided to return three POWs as a propaganda measure. Because he was dismissed as such a low-value captive, Hegdahl was

selected to be one of them. He initially refused to go. But his cellmate and Navy superior ordered him to accept the offer because of the wealth of critical information he had memorized.

And so Hegdalh was turned over on August 5, 1969, and immediately provided a library of important details to U.S. military officials.

But he had a score to settle with the brutes who were still holding his comrades in Hanoi.

At the secret Paris Peace Talks in early 1970, North Vietnam’s negotiators denied abusing POWs. So Hegdahl was sent to the meeting, where he looked his former captors in the eye, called out their lies, and helped pressure them into eventually agreeing to release the American prisoners. It took a while, but on February 12, 1973, the first POWs were let go. By late March, all 591 had been

set free. And “The Incredibly Stupid One” had played a big part in making it happen.

ABOUT THE WRITER

J. Mark Powell is a novelist, former TV journalist and diehard history buff. Have a historical mystery that needs solving? A forgotten moment worth remembering? Please send it to HolyCow@ insidesources.com.

Writers on the Range Guest Column

By JOHN HORNING

What I remember most about that dark early morning of crouching on the prairie is the rhythmic sound of pounding. It was so loud I wondered if someone had put a microphone near the skinny legs of the dozen birds dancing on the turf. As the sun rose above the horizon in southeastern New Mexico, the male lesser prairie chickens continued their ritual performance, each hoping to entice a female.

They strutted, leaped in the air with feathers spread, and bowed, but the greatest thrill was watching them puff up the garish, red-orange air sacs on either side of their necks.

Concealed in a blind, we watched late into the morning that spring of 1999, until the last birds — members of a rapidly vanishing species — flew off.

I recalled that wonderful day recently, because in late March, after countless lawsuits and scientific opinions, the lesser prairie chicken in New Mexico, Colorado and eastwards finally got what it so desperately needs — federal protection under the Endangered Species Act.

The designation, however, comes 25 long years after the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service first determined that this magical dancing bird could go the way of the passenger pigeon.

In June 1988, the Service did something seemingly mundane, though it had profound consequences. It relegated the lesser prairie chicken to what might be called endangered species purgatory — making its protection status “warranted but precluded” under the Endangered Species Act. Precluded apparently meant, “We should list the birds but find it impossible to do that.”

For decades, the Fish and Wildlife Service, under pressure from opponents in Congress and powerful industries, has used this designation to delay Endangered Species Act protections for hundreds of species that need an ecological safety net, including the lesser prairie chicken.

The result since 1998 has been predictable: The bird’s numbers have plummeted. In many parts of the West, it has disappeared entirely. Lesser prairie chickens now number about 30,000, less than 2% of what they were in the 19th century when the birds flourished in the hundreds of thousands.

Controversy around granting Endangered Species Act protection for the lesser prairie chicken has mainly

been about oil and gas development. Meaningful protection of this bird, whose habitat covers millions of acres across New Mexico, Texas, Colorado, Kansas and Oklahoma, would mean restraint from the oil and gas and agricultural industries. Pump jacks and plows are the greatest threats to prairie chicken survival.

Kansas Republicans, namely Sen. Roger Marshall and Rep. Tracy Mann, have already pressured the Fish and Wildlife Service to delay the date that the listing takes effect. Texas has also filed a lawsuit to block the listing, and Kansas and Oklahoma are threatening to sue. The long struggle to keep the birds alive is far from over.

Fifty years ago, Congress enacted the Endangered Species Act to recognize the importance of endangered and threatened species, citing their “esthetic, ecological, educational, historical, recreational and scientific value to the Nation and its people.” The Act’s vision was remarkable, and Americans are fortunate that the law fought for a half-century ago continues to be fought for today.

I am proud that our nation passed this powerful law to protect the diversity of life. But for our nation’s laws to really mean something, they must be enforced, even when — especially when — opponents are among the most economically and politically powerful industries.

You’d think that identifying a species as “endangered” meant that there was still time to save it. But the prairie chicken, along with its high-profile distant cousin, the sage grouse, is running out of time. The birds need lots of open space, and the new designation only puts some constraints on existing oil and gas operations, while limiting new development.

Later this spring, I intend to return to the prairies near the town of Milnesand, New Mexico, this time with my nine-year-old twins in tow. I can only hope that the birds are still dancing. I also hope that my boys have the opportunity to watch and wonder about why these birds return to woo females at the same place each spring, and what we, as a society, must do to ensure that the dance continues.

Are Young People Influenced to Use Marijuana During 4/20 Celebrations?

Some of the most prominent 4/20 celebrations happen in California. Hippie Hill, for example, is one of the oldest long-running events. Legal marijuana is big business in the state. These businesses leverage 4/20 Day as another opportunity to promote the industry and its products, much like alcohol companies and St. Patrick's Day or the holiday season.

There is a significant influence on young people, especially when influencers and celebrities push brands and products. Parents should be aware of this influence and have a constructive conversation with their kids about marijuana.

"Age matters the first time someone uses cannabis. THC has addictive properties that young developing brains are more susceptible to," said Marcel Gemme of Addicted.org.

Parents' short, frequent discussions with their kids about marijuana have a real tangible impact on their choices with the drug. Consider some of the following pointers:

• Parents should talk often and build an open and trusting relationship. Lots of little talks are more effective than one big talk.

• Parents should also make their views and rules about marijuana clear. Discuss beliefs and opinions. Be honest and express a clear message, yet do not lecture or make threats.

• Ask them questions about what they know about marijuana, listen to their opinions, and answer their questions. The conversation goes both ways.

• Lead by example; what parents do is as important as what they say.

• Provide factual information about the

risks and dangers, and be prepared to share personal experiences. There are reasons to worry with teens because the brain is still developing until age 25. The adverse effects of teen marijuana use can include difficulty thinking and problem-solving, problems with memory or learning, reduced coordination, difficulty maintaining attention, and issues with school and social life.

4/20 is a big commercial event, and prevention efforts with young people go a long way. Now is a good time as any to have that constructive conversation.

Jody Boulay is a mother of two with a passion for helping others. She currently works as a Community Outreach Coordinator for Addicted.org to help spread awareness of the dangers of drugs and alcohol.

Letter to the Editor

Thank you

The Langlois Lions Club wishes to thank the following businesses that have so generously donated the ground beef for our recent Spaghetti Feed & Dessert Auction event: Langlois Market, McKay's, and Ray's Food Place of Bandon.

The event has been a tradition in the community for more than 30 years and continues to be a great fund raiser for our Pacific High School Senior Scholarship. Moreover, the community bakers really came through with 23 individual desserts to auction off. Our gratitude goes out to all of them.

The event was a huge success, not so much in numbers, but in the generosity of all the participants. There was much laughter and joking around during the dessert auction, the food delicious, the camaraderie extraordinary, and everyone went home happy. Our club currently has very few active members, so I am thinking that we need a new slogan, " we may be small, but we do great things." If anyone is interested in possibly joining this mighty group, contact D. McDermott 541 348 2507. We do need your help.

Thank you, thank you again.

Deanna McDermott Secretary Langlois Lions Club

J. Mark Powell

John Horning is a contributor to Writers on the Range, an independent nonprofit dedicated to spurring lively conversation about the West. He is the executive director of WildEarth Guardians and lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

A dancing bird finally gets some protection

Baptist Church Friday evening, April 21, from 6 to 8:30 and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Earlier I had seen information that he would be the speaker at a Youth Rally April 20 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the high school gym, sponsored by local faith-based organizations.

I found some interesting statistics the other day concerning the number of people, per 100,000 population, who died from Covid.

The death rate per thousand was led by Arizona with 454 per 100,000 people; Florida was 13th, 402: New York was 16th, 396; Washington state was 26th, with 205 deaths; Idaho was 34th, 302; California was 40th, 255; and Oregon was 43rd with 221 deaths per 100,000 people.

Over 103 million cases of Covid had been reported as of Feb. 27, 2023, led by California, Texas and Florida. Washington was 18th with 1,924,418 cases; Oregon was 33rd with 959,393 cases. Oregon's population

is 4,246,155, compared to Washington's 7,739,692

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For those of you who live in an area with VRDs (Vacation Rental Dwellings), you will be happy to know that the City of Bandon has contracted with a company, called Host Compliance, to assist with monitoring vacation rentals.

"In addition to notifying us of any new shortterm rental advertising online, the company also offers a 24/7 hotline for complaints. If an issue occurs at a shortterm rental, neighbors can either call the hotline number (541237-1640) to speak with a real person, or submit a complaint online," said the city's planning manager Dana Nichols.

"The vacation rental's property manager is then contacted and asked to resolve the issue within 30 minutes. The city receives a notice of each complaint and a log of whether or not the issue was resolved. If we have persistent, recorded issues, we can ask the Planning Commission to review their conditional

use permit and take action, if necessary," said Nichols.

Again, the hotline number is 541-237-1640 and the complaint form can be found at https:// secure.hostcompliance. com/bandon-or/complaints/type. This information is also posted on the City's website on the Planning Department page.

There are a lot of events coming up in Bandon, and I found some great information on the Bandon Chamber's Facebook page.

In addition to the Lions Easter Egg Hunt, Saturday, April 8, at 1, in City Park, there are two others scheduled on April 8: one at Ray's and another in Old Town (for adults only).

The Ray's Food Place egg hunt starts at 11 a.m. for children through age 12, with times of the hunt to vary by age.

That night, starting at 9 p.m., and ending at 10, the Glow Easter Egg Hunt will start at The Arcade or Broken Anchor. There will be 300 eggs hidden, and a map will be available

at all locations, said a chamber spokesman.

Gift certificates will be given as prizes.

Saturday, April 15, at 3 p.m. is the second annual 5K Bunny Run. People can walk or run eight laps around City Park. Tickets are $10 for one or $25 for a family of three or more and can be purchased at Eventbrite.

The season's first Circles in the Sand event is scheduled for Friday, April 21, from 9 to 11 a.m. at Facerock Viewpoint. The full list of dates and times is on the Bandon Chamber's events page.

Collectors and yardsale enthusiasts are invited to Bandon on Saturday, April 22, to attend the Bandon Community Yard Sale, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.

More than 30 participants, including a few Bandon businesses, will be sharing their treasures. An online map of participant locations will be posted soon by the chamber. Printed maps will be available at the Bandon Visitor's Center on the day of the event.

"When you need a break, check out our

local restaurants, or stop by the Bandon Community Center and the Earth Day Artisan Market. There you will find the Sweetheart Waffle Truck and the Mucheria Taco Truck," said the chamber spokesman.

The Earth Day Artisan Market will be held at The Barn/Community Center from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with 25 local vendors, local wine tasting by Lori Osborne, and live music.

SOLVE is also holding its annual spring beach cleanup Saturday, April 22, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., beginning at the gazebo in city park. For information contact Betsy Neeley at bneeley2@ charter.net. Registration is recommended but not required.

For a complete list of events go to www. Bandon.com.

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Bandon is experienc-

ing one of the rainiest springs in a long time, and in March we recorded 11.18 inches of rain, which was more than February's 5.51 inches, January's 9.99. December's 10.85 and November's 9.66 inches of rain. March rainfall for last year was 5.53 inches.

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Since my doctor, Ann Kellogg, is no longer associated with Coast Community Health Clinic, I have decided to have Dr. Paul Preslar, who is new to Bandon and the Southern Coos Hospital and Health Center, be my new provider. I have heard good things about him and am looking forward to meeting him.

People who need a doctor should pick up a physician request form (not sure what it's called) at the clinic on 11th as he is taking new patients.

Community Calendar of Events

Children’s Book Swap Through April 17th North Bend Public Library

Starting Monday, April 3 through Monday, April 17, patrons can bring in books for babies, kids, and teens to the North Bend Public Library to participate in a Children’s Book Swap to be held on Wednesday, April 26. Patrons are welcome to bring graphic novels, board books, picture books, fiction and nonfiction chapter books to participate in the Book Swap. However, participants should refrain from bringing in heavily damaged items, workbooks, or coloring books. For every book brought in, participants will receive one "book buck" to use at the Book Swap. Participants can stop by the library on Wednesday, April 26 from 10:00-5:00 PM to shop for newto-them books with their ticket! (Everyone under 18 can take home a book at the swap, even if they don't have a ticket.) For more information about this event, contact the library at (541) 756-0400 or email nbservices@northbendlibrary.org.

Coos Community Gospel Jubilee –Open Mic 2 pm, April 14th

Shoreline Community Church

THEY ARE BACK…(note new time and name changes)FRIDAY..April 14th @ 2 pm, Tom and Debbie and Steve Blum will host the next COOS COMMUNITY GOSPEL JUBILEE-OPEN MIC, @Shoreline Community Church@1251 Clark St, North Bend, OR. They are back after traveling many miles and performing countless concerts. They said “it’s good to be back home”.The new format will now be a Gospel OPEN MIC, so all are invited to come and share a song. You can play your own instruments, or have Jubilee band to accompany you. Sign up at 1:30 pm. Thejubilee band (Tom,Debbie &Steve) will continue to lead the sing a long portion, as well as performing many of their special songs. Complimentary refreshments. Free will offering. CDs on sale. More information, call Tom 541-5219596, or www.shorelinecc.us

You Can’t Beat The House 6 pm, April 14th, 15th & 16th Sawdust Theatre Myrtle Point High School Drama Club

“You can’t beat the House”. Show times: Friday, April 14th at 6 pm, Saturday, April 15th at 6 pm, and Sunday, April 16th at 6 pm. Synopsis: Two thieves break into an empty house not realizing it was for sale. Just as they realize their mistake a

couple shows up to buy the house. Not wanting to flee suspiciously they pretend to be realtors. That isn’t the only identity they have to take on as the house keeps having visitors before they can secure their escape. Will they escape before their cover is blown, or will they learn the hard way that “You can’t beat the house”?

The Horse Whisperer

7 pm, April 14th

Egyptian Theatre

April 14th at 7:00 pm. The horse whisperer. Members: adults $4, seniors $3 and kids $2. General public: adults $5, seniors $4 and kids $3. Please check our website and Facebook pages for updates and additions to the schedule.

Tide of the Toddlers

10:30-11 am, April 15th

Coos Bay Public Library

Beginning this April and continuing through October, South Slough naturalists are visiting the Coos Bay Public Library to offer their popular Tide of the Tidepools program. Geared towards toddlers and preschoolers ages 1-5 and an adult parent or caregiver, each program will feature stories set in or about the natural world, handson activities, and outdoor exploration. The program will be offered the third Saturday of each month (April 15, May 20, June 17, July 15, August 19, September 16 and October 21) from 10:30am-11:30am at the Coos Bay Public Library. Pre-registration is required at the Coos Bay Public Library website at www.coosbaylibrary.org. Located five miles south of Charleston at the south end of the Coos Bay Estuary, the South Slough National Estuarine Reserve is one of 29 areas in the National Estuarine Research Reserve System. This reserve is managed by the Oregon Department of State Lands and is protected for longterm research, water-quality monitoring, education, and coastal stewardship. The NOAA Office for Coastal Management provides funding, national guidance, and technical assistance. Education Staff at the Reserve offer naturalist led outdoor education both at the South Slough and throughout the community.

For more information about other storytimes or programs at the Coos Bay Public Library visit the library’s website at www.coosbaylibrary.org, call (541) 269-1101 x 236 or email Jennifer Knight at jknight@coosbaylibrary.org. For information South Slough programming,

call 541-888-5558 or visit the South Slough’s website at https://www.oregon. gov/dsl/SS/Pages/CommunityClassReg. aspx.

Poetry Reading Featuring Carey

Taylor, Kelly Terwilliger& Connie Soper from Airlie Press

1 pm, April 15th

North Bend Public Library

On Saturday, April 15, 2023 at 1:00 PM the North Bend Public Library, in partnership with Airlie Press, will be hosting a poetry reading entitled “Airlie Press Presents: Poetry from the Pacific Northwest.” The reading will feature PNW poets Carey Taylor, Kelly Terwilliger, and Connie Soper who will share selections from their latest works. Carey Taylor is the author of The Lure of Impermanence. She is a Pushcart Prize nominee and winner of the 2022 Neahkahnie Mountain Poetry Prize for her poem “Birthday Fires.” Carey currently lives in Portland, Oregon, but as a child, she lived at the Coos Bay Lifeboat Station in Charleston, Oregon. She has said that the years she spent on the Oregon coast were instrumental in instilling in her a sense of place, which is a theme that frequently appears in much of her poetry. Kelly Terwilliger is also a Charleston native. Her childhood home overlooked Joe Ney Slough, and she spent her childhood roaming the local beaches, mudflats, and tidepools with her marine biologist parents. She has lived in Eugene for the past 25 years but still considers the coast her home. She is the author of two collections of poems - Riddle Fishhook Thorn Key and A Glimpse of Oranges. Kelly is a former editor and author with the Airlie Press poetry collective. She currently works as a writer, storyteller, and artist-inresidence in public schools in Oregon, and she is also working on a new collection of poetry and a video library of oral stories. Connie Soper grew up in Coos Bay and spent her childhood visiting the beaches of the Oregon coast. She hiked the Oregon Coast Trail in its entirety over three summers and wrote about her experience in her nonfiction book Exploring the Oregon Coast Trail. Connie Soper is a poet and hiker who finds inspiration from time spent in nature, specifically near the ocean. Her first book of poetry A Story Interrupted invites readers to “wander the trails of Oregon's lush and fertile forests, and to celebrate its beaches, coastal cliffs, and headlands.”For more information

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

Fight Back Against Stress with PS 2 pm, April 18th

North Bend Public Library

The North Bend Public Library presents Fight Back Against Stress with PS. Tuesday, April 8th at 2 pm. A workshop, led by Cheryl O’Dell of Natural Grocers, focusing on how to help relieve stress and its physical effects.

Teen Craft Event 4 pm, April 19th

North Bend Public Library

The North Bend Public Library will host a craft event for teens on Wednesday, April 19 at 4:00 PM. Teens can express themselves by creating a personalized "floating charm" locket or keychain. Participants will receive a locket or keychain and choose from hundreds of tiny charms to create a combination unique to them! All supplies and snacks will be provided, and no registration is required. For more information about this event, contact the library at (541) 756-0400 or email nbservices@ northbendlibrary.org.

ASL Practice Place 12 pm, April 20th Coos Bay Public Library

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, April 20. 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

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I am tattooed. I have 11 spread over my body. I grew up with strict rules. My mom always said no piercings (other than ears) or tattoos while I was under her roof. I got my first tattoo at 22 while away at college. I had to tell her about it because of a family beach vacation. She was disappointed. I have continued to get inked throughout my life. Every time she noticed a new tat, she voiced a negative opinion. We live in different states now, so the subject of my tattoos hasn't come up lately. A year ago, she was here to visit and didn't say one word about my ink. I'm planning to have more work done this summer and I'm afraid that when she visits, she'll be critical of me again, even though I'm 32, have an above-minimum-wage job, and my husband and I own our own home. What can I do or say to get her to keep her comments at bay?

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are coming to town to dance with our Bay Area Stars to raise funds for Star of Hope’s Day Program safety upgrades.

Star of Hope is a nonprofit supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. They have 13 group homes in Coos and Curry Counties, as well as goal-oriented day programs.

Six of the Bay Area’s own residents will compete to raise funds for the nonprofit, and win the coveted Mirrorball Trophy.

“We look for people who are well-known and involved in our community,” said Stacy Dewater, Star of Hope community outreach manager.

“That is the whole point of Dancing with the Stars. It’s to watch your favorite celebrities on stage, so we look for our local celebrities –people who are going to bring their friends to come and watch them,” she said.

Over the course of a week, each of these

stars will learn a ballroom dance routine with their professional partner that they will then perform live onstage.

The 2023 Bay Area celebrity lineup includes: Dancia Mast, owner of Mastco properties; Coos Bay City Councilor Drew Farmer; Sara Wicks, accountant at Ken Ware Chevrolet Buick GMC; Sam Baugh, community engagement manager for Advanced Health; Gold Meadows, a multimedia journalist, singer, and member of the Screen Actors Guild; and Steve Nye, the general manager of Engles Furniture in North Bend. Over the course of a week, each of these Stars will learn a ballroom dance routine with their professional partner that they will then perform live onstage.

“Add in some amazing costumes, video highlights, a judging panel, and you have a show that you have to see to believe,” Dewater said.

Steve Nye, who will be performing in the show, said his first reaction to being invited to

perform in Dancing with the Bay Area Stars was; “Oh, this is going to be awkward for me.”

Nye has no previous dance experience. But the good-natured community member knew it was for a good cause, so he said he was in.

Nye said he is excited to see what dance he will be taught, and interested to see how he well he catches on.

“I will just go with the flow. It is all for a good charity, so I will ham it up and I will use my sixfoot-six awkward frame to hopefully cover some of the dance floor,” he laughed.

Nye said he is going to ask everyone who comes to see him perform to buy extra votes so he can win. This is not against the rules. In fact, is encouraged for the fundraiser.

“I’m telling people to buy tickets and to buy votes when they get there, because all of the money goes to the Star of Hope – which is an outstanding organization,” Nye said.

After the Bay Area Stars Dance with their professional dance partners, the audience can vote (and buy ad-

ditional votes) for their favorite star.

Then, after the intermission, the Utah Ballroom Dance Company will treat the audience to breath-taking lifts, hundreds of beautiful costumes, enchanting theatrical story lines and a variety of ballroom dances.

The Bay Area Star winner will be announced at the end of the event.

Star of Hope outreach manager Dewater said the first Dancing with the Bay Area Star

fundraiser took place in 2019 and it was wildly successful. She said she’s excited it is back after four years.

This year, the event will support Star of Hope by helping them make important safety upgrades that are required to bring one of their buildings up-tocode. Dewater said it’s a cause with supporting.

“My favorite part about the Dancing with the Bay Area Stars is bringing a different kind of culture to the com-

munity and to be able to fund raise for an important cause because I love the company I work for and I love our mission,” Dewater said. Dancing with The Bay Area Stars will be performed at the Egyptian Theater on Saturday, April 22. Tickets are $25 for general admission, $20 for seniors, and $10 for children. Tickets can be purchased at the door, online at www. sohoregon.org/dancing, or at Star of Hope, 657 Newmark, Coos Bay 97420.

for a total of 10 railriders. Groups of four will be seated together, and couples can be paired up together. Each railrider can be rented for groups of less than four for the price of four riders, but, the tour guides said it is enjoyable to make a new friend or two if you are willing.

Anyone who goes on a railrider tour can expect to get a healthy dose of fresh air, some physical activity, as well as nature and wildlife viewing.

“The track goes along the edge of the Coquille valley, so you see the expanse of the valley itself,” Metlen said.

“You’ll see birds and flowers and pastureland with grazing animals,” she said. “There’s a place where you see the river and we pass through the edge of a functioning lumber mill. We turn around near the Coquille river wildlife area.”

Oregon Coast Railrider owners said railriding is a spectacular way to experience the outdoors – and experience rail corridors that have mostly only been seen by rail workers.

Metlen said anyone in decent physical shape should be able to join the tour, and because the quadricycles have recumbent seats and are situated along the tracks, it doesn’t take the same balance required as a regular

bicycle. The railriders said their outdoor recreation attraction isn’t only good for the locals and tourists that come to participate, it’s also good for the entire area.

“We really added to the economic base by adding a local attraction. Visitors patronize us and they patronize other businesses in the local area for food and lodging and entertainment. So we really are able to add to the community,” Metlen said.

The Oregon Coast Railriders are also hiring a manager and guides for the upcoming season.

The season starts May 20 and runs through Oct. 1, 2023. The first day is on a first-come first serve basis. After that, reservations are available online for May 21 through the rest of the season.

Oregon Coast Railriders are open Thursday through Monday with departures at 9 a.m. noon and 3 p.m. each day. Participants are asked to arrive at least 20 minutes prior to their departure at Penny Sturdivant Park 96955 Hwy 42S Coquille, OR 97423. The cost is $20 per person or more if you reserve a full cart. For more information about the Oregon Coast Railriders and to make an online reservation, visit www.ocrailriders. com.

Kamome's landing, celebrating a decade later

By ROGER GITLIN

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Crescent City will celebrate the 10th anniversary of the landing of the Japanese boat, the Kamome, on the shores of Crescent City. The landing followed the devastating 9.1 earthquake near Rikunzentakata, Japan on March 11, 2011, creating a catastrophic tsunami and sending the small vessel on its westward odyssey across the Pacific. More than 1,700 people lost their lives in Rikunzentakata.

As result of the Kamome landing, a sister city relationship between Rikuzentakata and Crescent City was developed. This anniversary will offer several cultural activities, all free, on Friday, April 14. Here’s the schedule:

• 9 a.m. - noon: FREE kids activities at the Cultural Center. Interactive tsunami education and emergency preparedness; Sister City kiosk and mural viewing; Emergency “go bag” making; Origami. Kyoto fan folding, Kanji writing and card making Kamome Art Exhibit at the Cultural Center.

• 5 p.m.: Kamome Art Mural Unveiling at Beachfront Park.

• 6-7:30 p.m.: FREE evening ceremony, Crescent Elk Auditorium. Seating limited to 280. Call ahead to reserve your free ticket.

Learn the story from local city and county officials, community members, students and the folks from Rikunzentakata. Virtual Kamome Art viewing, featuring local artist Harley Munger, traditional Japanese Taiko drum performance by Humboldt Taiko, watch a film screening of the Kamome documentary.

For more information and limited FREE tickets to selected events, contact the Crescent City Chamber of Commerce on Front Street or call (707) 464-3174.

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Oregon to review health coverage for 1 in 3 state residents

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) will review income eligibility for approximately 1.5 million Oregon Health Plan (OHP) and Medicare Savings Program (MSP) members starting April 1, after federal Public Health Emergency (PHE) protections for continuous eligibility will end. State health officials urge OHP members to review any notices they receive from OHA about their health benefits and respond promptly with any requested information.

State administrators need updated information to determine whether a member remains eligible for coverage for OHP and other Medicaid-funded services and supports.

During the federally-declared COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE) the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) extended coverage for all Oregon Health Plan (Medicaid) members.

This extension is ending today, March 31.

What to expect

When the pandemic began, the federal government allowed states to keep people on Medicaid once they became eligible. During an historic health emergency, OHP grew to nearly 1.5 million people, or one in three Oregonians.

Today marks an end to the federally enhanced Medicaid coverage. While most people will continue to qualify for existing benefits, OHA is required to review eligibility for all OHP members by mid-2024. Oregon will begin to notify OHP members starting in mid-April.

“We want to do everything we can to make sure Oregon Health Plan members stay covered as long as they are eligible,” said OHA Medicaid Director Dana Hittle. “It’s important for OHP members to keep their

address up to date with us and for people to respond to any notices they receive. We know this process can be stressful for many members. We don’t want anyone to lose health coverage because of a missed notice.”

All OHP households will receive a renewal notice over the next ten months. It is very important that people understand that everyone will receive a notice and receiving a notice does not mean that action is required. The notice will tell members what they need to do, or if they don’t need to do anything at all. If someone is determined to be no longer eligible for OHP, they will have 60 days before their OHP benefits will end. State officials will work to connect people who lose eligibility for OHP to the Oregon Health Insurance Marketplace to find other health coverage.

CASA receives grant from North Bend

CASA of Coos and Curry Counties recently received a $1,000 grant for community services from the city of North Bend Revenue Sharing Community Grant Program. The program is administered by Oregon Coast Community Action.

CASA’s mission is to recruit, train, and

supervise volunteers to advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children.

The North Bend City Council annually awards limited funds via grants to community groups and projects. This is done in connection with North Bend’s budget process. The funds are, in essence,

state funds the City receives as its portion of the Oregon revenue sharing to cities. Part of the Council’s criteria in considering grant applications is whether a particular community group or project helps cut the need for public assistance or aids one of our municipal departments.

The Oregon Health Insurance Marketplace (OHIM) will be sending information to people who are no longer eligible for OHP benefits and advising of potential coverage options and financial help through the Marketplace. People who do not enroll through the Marketplace will receive a second notice 30 days before their Oregon Health Plan benefits end.

The Marketplace Transition Help Center will be available starting April 13 to help people understand their options, how to transition to the Marketplace, and to find help from local health coverage experts.

“We are committed to helping eligible Oregon Health Plan members maintain their coverage,” said Hittle. “We don’t want anyone to fall through the cracks.

We want to protect and expand health coverage so more children and adults have access to the health care they need.”

Extending health coverage

Oregon plans to allow children to stay on Medicaid until age six and allow everyone else up to two years of eligibility regardless of changes in income and without having to reapply. No other state provides more than one year of guaranteed eligibility.

The state has also created a safety net for those who through redetermination no longer qualify for Medicaid but have an annual income below 200% of the federal poverty level, which amounts to about $29,000 for individuals. This safety net will allow someone to keep the coverage they have.

OHP members who have questions about the renewal process can call the ONE Customer Service Center (1-800699-9075 or TTY 711) or local health coverage experts to assist with the renewal process in a free one-to-one visit.

The large number of OHP redeterminations is expected to cause greater wait times, delays, and possible interruptions to people’s OHP benefits. OHP members are encouraged to respond as quickly as possible after they receive a request for information to avoid any possible delays. The fastest way members can provide an update is by going to benefits.oregon.gov and logging into their ONE account.

More information can be found here: OregonHealthCare.gov/ GetHelp.

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Community Calendar of Events - continued from page 14

Unlimited Book Club

6 pm, April 20th

Thursday, April 20 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, Unbowed: A Memoir by WangariMuta Maathai. Suggestions for future readings will come from members of Unlimited.Those interested are invited to attend meeting, there is no obligation to stay. To receive Zoom link for meeting, register for free @ https://bit.ly/3R6E57M

Dancing with the Bay Area Stars (of Hope)

7:30 pm, April 22nd

Egyptian Theatre

April 22nd at 7:30 pm, Dancing with the Starts (of Hope). Tickets: $25. Please check our website and Facebook pages for updates and additions to the schedule.

Modern Life Skills “Trouble Brewing”

2 pm, April 24th

North Bend Public Library

This month’s edition of Modern Life Skills for Older Adults, NBPL's ongoing collaboration with the Older Adult Behavioral Health Initiative, will be held on Monday, April 24 at 2:00 PM. Guest speaker Nirmala Dhar, LCSW will present “Trouble Brewing,” a look at the effects of alcohol abuse on older adults. Alcohol is the most used substance among adults aged 65 or older, and alcoholism is a serious disease affecting many older adults. Please join us as we discuss more on this important topic. A resource table with related services and program materials from local organizations will be available during the program. Attendees can participate in-person or register at https://tinyurl.com/8mfd54h3 to attend via Zoom.For more information about this event, contact the library at (541) 756-0400 or email nbservices@ northbendlibrary.org

Baby Storytime

10 am, April 25th

Coos Bay Public Library

Continuing this April, the Coos Bay Public Library will host a series of storytimes on Tuesdays at 10:00 am (with the exception of April 18) designed for babies 0-14 months and a parent or caregiver. The program will include stories, rhymes, and songs selected specifically with babies in mind. The program encourages early literacy development by fostering opportunities for parents and caregivers to talk, sing, read, play, and write with the children in their lives. Pre-registration is not required. For more information on storytimes visit the Coos Bay Public Library’s website at www.coosbaylibrary.org, call (541) 269-1101 x 236 or email Jennifer Knight at jknight@coosbaylibrary.org.

Children’s Book Swap 10-5 pm, April 26th

North Bend Public Library

Children’s book swap Wednesday, April 26th from 10:00-5:00 pm. April 3rd through April 17th, bring books for babies, kids, and teens to the library. For every book brought in receive one book buck to use at the Book Swap on Wednesday, April 26th. (Everyone under 18 can take home a book at the swap, even if

they don’t have a ticket.) Bring in graphic novels, board books, picture books, fiction and nonfiction chapter books, but please no heavily damaged items, workbooks or cooking books.

Community Cooking with the Co-op, Starring Josie 5:30 pm, April 27th 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, April 27. 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, Josie Keating, owner of Josie’s Art Lab, will be featuring Baked Butternut, Black Bean, and Feta Chimichangas. This event is FREE and open to everyone. For ingredients and access, please register by going to https://bit.ly/3powyqG

Fatal Attraction 10 am, April 27th

Thur., Apr 27, 2023 Webinar: Fatal Attraction Discover the health impacts of added sugar. 10 am PST (1 pm EST): Join the webinar here https://beav.es/SMNNew webinars archived on the website below: Say NO to Disease and the 2023 version of Longevity and Health (updated from 2016)Stephanie Polizzi, MPH, RDN, DipACLMAssociate Professor of Practice | College of Public Health and Human Sciences Oregon State University | Extension Family & Community Health W) 541-572-5263 ext 25291 (M) 541-404-7982https://extension.oregon-

state.edu/coos/healthy-families-communities

The Bloody Attack of the Evil, Demonic Giraffe Puppet

7 pm, April 28th & 29th Sawdust Theatre

Coquille High School Drama Department “The Bloody Attack of the Evil, Demonic Giraffe Puppet”. Written by Bradley Walton, directed by Michael Warncke. Show times: Friday, April 28th at 7 pm and Saturday, April 29th at 7 pm. Doors open at 6:30 pm, admission is Free – Donations Graciously Accepted. Synopsis: Rupert, a socially-conscious teenager, sets out to make a documentary entitled “Materialism and the Decay of Morality in Postmodern Society.” He makes the mistake of recruiting assistance from other students at his high school and finds his production saddled with a militant vegan, an obsessive fan of Japanese comics, a redneck self-proclaimed movie expert, and others… all giving him terrible advice to which he doesn’t have the willpower to say “no”. Rupert’s serious documentary soon degenerates into a cheesy slasher flick called “The Bloody Attack of the Evil, Demonic Giraffe Puppet: The Leprechauns Strike Back”. Unfortunately, Rupert has already entered the movie in a documentary film contest under its original title.

Portland’s Pigs on the Wing 7 pm, April 28th

Egyptian Theatre

Friday, April 28, 2023, The Dark Side of the Moon at the Egyptian Theatre - Coos Bay. 7:00 PM doors / 8:00 PM show. $25 ADV / $30 DOStwo sets / general admission / all ages. Portland, OR based Pink Floyd tribute, Pigs on the Wing 20222023 tour will showcase a full performance of the 1973 classic The Dark Side of the Moon in honor of the 50th anniversary of that album’s release. Concert-goers can expect a full second set of Pink Floyd classics performed with all of the intensity and dedication to the music of Pink Floyd fans have come to expect from Pigs on the Wing - along with an immersive visual

experience.

Floyd – The Wall Movie

7 pm, April 29th

Egyptian Theatre

April 29th at 7 pm, Pink Floyd – The Wall Movie. Members: adults $4, seniors $3 and kids $2. General public: adults $5, seniors $4 and kids $3. Please check our website and Facebook pages for updates and additions to the schedule.

Fore the Kidz Golf Tournament

7 am, May 13th

Coos Bay Golf Club

Coos Bay,, Oregon - BACAPA (Barview

Area Charleston Area Parks Association) is pleased to announce that they are hosting a golf tournament at the Coos Bay Golf Club - 93884 Coos Sumner Lane, Coos Bay. Registration starts at 7 am, with a shotgun start at 9 am. Teams and individuals can register on the website: https:// forethekidz.my.canva.site/ Cost: $100 per person, $400 per team of 4 $15 discount per person if registered by April 15th! There will raffles, hole in one prizes, lots of games and even more food! We are also looking for sponsors and raffle items if you would like to donate or be a sponsor, please reach out or fill out our form: https://forms.gle/hiHS3L5m5wygcNHv9

Registration form can be completed online at: https://forms.gle/izqq8DfLJm2ySqan6 or by calling Michelle Martin at 541.218.0105 or emailing BACAPApark@gmail.com

Fabulous Florals

1-3 pm, May 20th

The Artist Loft Gallery

“Fabulous Florals” the Artist Loft Gallery open art show and contest original 2D artwork and photography May 2, 2023 – June 30, 2023. Prizes and awards in both categories. Afternoon tea reception May 20th, 1-3 pm. People’s choice winner receives 1 month guest artist show at the gallery. Entry forms available at the gallery (367 Anderson, Coos Bay) or online at www.theartistloftgallery.com. For more info email theartistloftgallery@gmail.com or call 541-756-4088.

Portland’s Pigs on the Wing performing at 7 pm, April 28th - Egyptian Theatre