Intoxicated driver arrested after striking Umpqua Community College Softball Team bus, killing two
BY NATE SCHWARTZ
Editor
On their way back to Roseburg after playing in North Bend, the Umpqua Community College (UCC) softball team was struck by an intoxicated driver at 9:56 PM on April 18. The driver, Johnathan Dowdy, 32, now faces a long list of felony charges including manslaughter, assault, and reckless endangerment.
Dowdy’s Chevy Silverado swerved into the path of the team bus as it carried 10 people east on Oregon Route 42, near milepost 23, according to OSP press releases. Two of the bus passengers were killed on the scene. Jami Strinz, 46, was the team’s coach and was driving at the time. Kiley Jones, 19, was a freshman who played first base.
“Kiley Jones was a standout athlete with a heart for her teammates and a contagious smile. She was a leader who brought energy to both the softball and soccer fields. Kiley was the light that shined anywhere she went,” stated official UCC communications.
“Coach Jami Strinz was a mentor and a champion of creating opportunities for students beyond the softball field. Jami empowered each player to lead in their own way, grounded in her
belief in personal growth, team unity, and the strength of women as professionals. Her legacy continues through the community she inspired, as she touched many throughout the world.”
The rest of the team was transported for emergency medical services, along with Dowdy, who was arrested on release the evening of April 21 and taken to the Coos County Jail.
The full list of his charges, via OSP communications, is below:
• ORS 163.118 Manslaughter in the First Degree (X2)
• ORS 163.175 Assault in the Second Degree (X3)
• ORS 163.165 Assault in the Third Degree (X5)
• ORS 163.195 Reckless Endangering of a Person (X14)
• ORS 163.196 Aggravated Driving While Suspended or Revoked
• ORS 813.010 Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants
• ORS 811.140 Reckless Driving
• ORS 811.182 Driving While Suspended – Misdemeanor
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Wild Rivers Land Trust: protecting Southern Oregon’s natural treasures, hires new executive director
BY LINDA LEE Country Media, Inc.
Along the rugged and breathtaking southern Oregon coast, a dedicated organization is working tirelessly to ensure the region’s irreplaceable lands and waters remain forever wild and abundant.
The Wild Rivers Land Trust (WRLT), spanning from Reedsport to Brookings, operates on the fundamental belief that a thriving environment, a prosperous economy and the unique rural coastal culture are inextricably linked.
This non-profit, charitable organization acts as a guardian
for the natural spaces that both people and wildlife depend on for clean air, fresh water and healthy habitats across Coos, Curry and southwestern Douglas counties.
The service area encompasses a vast 2.3 million acres.
By forging partnerships with willing landowners, WRLT helps working farms, forests and ranches safeguard their legacies for future generations through various conservation tools.
At its core, a land trust like WRLT acquires land or conservation easements, which are legal agreements that restrict development and protect specific conservation values. These values
can range from preserving vital natural habitats and ensuring water quality to maintaining scenic vistas and guaranteeing land remains available for farming, forestry, or outdoor recreation.
WRLT collaborates closely with landowners, engaging in real estate transactions that sometimes involve purchasing property interests or accepting their donation.
Crucially, the Land Trust also diligently stewards and monitors land already under its protection, striving to bring lasting conser-
More details emerge in North Bend runway excursion
BY NATE SCHWARTZ Editor
Following the HondaJet that skipped off the runway of Southwest Oregon Regional Airport on April 7, more information has come to light about runway excursions in that particular model of plane.
According to a report by Aviation International News (AIN), this is the 20th time a HondaJet has run off of the runway, with 8 of those incidents coming after 2023. In fact, the incident in North Bend was one of two excursions to take place that same week. On April 9, a similar HondaJet overran the runway at Naples Regional Airport in Florida. There were no passengers on the flight and the
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By J. MARK POWELL InsideSources.com
Washington loves a leaker. An “unidentified source” who’s willing to spill the beans and dish on his boss or colleagues. Sometimes, the motivation is revenge, settling the score for an old wrong, be it real or imagined. Other leakers do so for reasons of conscience, believing the public needs to know what’s happening behind the scenes. It brings to mind one unidentified official who long ago disagreed with his boss. And what he did to inform Americans about it played a big part in the buildup to the Revolutionary War.
This is the story of the Hutchinson Letters Affair.
Britain had an increasingly nasty problem on its hands in the early
Failure by police
I am an investigative journalist reporting stories about missing persons and cold-case murders in Coos and Curry Counties.
I have over 27 years of experience as a police officer and detective, including five years as the Chief of Police in Port Orford, Oregon, and as the Chief of Police for the Burns Paiute Tribe in Burns, Oregon. Additionally, I have over 15 years of experience as a licensed private investigator in Oregon. I am a seasoned investigator, and my credentials can be verified through the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training. Missing and unsolved murders are my focus. I don’t take money and provide family members with all the information I gather on their case.
I have numerous cases I am investigating. One of these cases involves the disappearance of Joy Dee Shields, age 18, who went missing on May 30, 1986.
I am reaching out to the Coos Bay community for assistance. I contacted the Coos Bay Police Department to request a copy of this 40-year-old case, which they are legally obligated to provide to the public. However, I was informed that I couldn’t obtain a copy of the report because it is still under investigation. I replied by pointing out that this case is 40 years old, and there is little expectation that their agency will ever solve it. They have not solved this case in four decades. They have already failed. It appears that Coos Bay Chief of Police Chris Chapner, City Manager Nicole Rutherford, and the Coos Bay City Council do not want the public to access this case. As an investigator, I seek out anomalies in investigations; this response to a trained and experienced investigator raises suspicions. What are they hiding?
I then reached out for reports from Coos County Sheriff Gabe Fabrizio. I was told they couldn’t find any reports. They assisted in that investigation; there should be reports. Another Anomaly. What are they hiding?
I sent my second request for the report to the Coos Bay Mayor, and on April 14, 2025, I received a response from the Coos Bay Attorney. He wrote: “This is to inform you that multiple searches have been made over the course of a number of years in an effort to locate the file material pertaining to this matter”. Joy Dee Shields, an 18-year-old child snatched from the Coos Bay City streets on May 15, 1986, has only been known as missing person case P8601852. In Curry County, another case involves the disappearance of Melvin Eugene Halbert, who was arrested by the Brookings Police on May 19, 2000. He was taken to the Curry County Jail and subsequently vanished. He wasn’t reported missing until March 25, 2013. I contacted the Brookings Police
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HOLY COW! HISTORY: Who Blabbed to Ben Franklin?
1770s. For nearly 150 years, the mother country and its Province of Massachusetts Bay colony had enjoyed more or less tranquil relations. However, things had recently soured.
The colonists said it was grossly unfair that a heavy round of taxes was imposed on them for London’s fiscal benefit, not theirs. Despite paying those taxes, the people of Massachusetts had no voice in Britain’s Parliament, and they were growing increasingly upset about it.
That, in turn, upset the Brits, who felt the colonists were acting like spoiled, ungrateful children.
The tipping point came in 1773 when the infamous Tea Tax was imposed. It was the last straw for many of Massachusetts’ tea-sipping British subjects. And that’s when things got interesting.
The previous December, Benjamin Franklin had received an unusual packet in the mail. He was living in London where, among other things, he served as Deputy Postmaster of North America.
Department and provided them with additional evidence sufficient to warrant an investigation.
Apparently, Brookings Police Chief Kelby McCrae, City Manager Tim Rundel, and the Brookings City Council feel that a missing person case is just that. What are they hiding?
Another case involves Gary Harper and Lee Luoma, who left Pitches Tavern at 10:30 PM on 09/08/1976 and disappeared. It has been implied that the Port Orford Police Chief immediately arrested them, took them somewhere, and disposed of them. They have never been seen again.
During my investigation into the disappearance of Luoma and Harper, I was contacted by Abbey Jarden, a relative of Gary Harper, who is independently investigating the case. I am helping her with her own investigation of her lost relative.
Throughout my career, I have always held dear this bible verse, Luke 15:3-6: “What man of you, having a hundred sheep, if he has lost one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the open country and go after the one that is lost until he finds it? And when he has found it, he lays it on his shoulders, rejoicing. And when he comes home, he calls together his friends and neighbors, saying to them, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found my sheep that was lost.’”
Please get in touch with me at (541) 413-1428 or mark. creighton2@gmail.com
Please get in touch with Abby Jarden at (541) 299-2886 or findgaryandlee@gmail.com
Facebook page: Find Gary Harper and Lee Luoma
Mark Creighton Investigative Journalist
BAH elections
The upcoming May 20 election is critical for the future of Bay Area Hospital. I urge you to vote for Dr. John Uno, Brandon Saada, Kyle Stevens, and Simon Alonzo— candidates who support a *local solution* rather than leasing our hospital to Quorum.
Quorum is not a healthcare provider like PeaceHealth or Providence—it’s a management company. While it boasts one 4-star hospital in Oregon, the majority of its other facilities have received much lower ratings. Worse yet, Quorum has a troubling record: it has closed most of the hospitals that it’s owned, and it’s been cited in other states for discontinuing promised services, illegally overcharging patients and insurers, operating without proper oversight, and multiple health code violations.
The deeper concern is Quorum’s majority shareholder—Golden Tree, a private equity firm. And private equity has one mission: maximizing profit for investors, not providing
To put it in 21st-century terms, someone inside the very top levels of England’s government had gone rogue and wanted Franklin to know what was secretly going on behind closed doors. The packet contained about 20 letters privately sent to a top aide to Britain’s prime minister by Thomas Hutchinson, the Massachusetts colony’s royal governor, and other local officials.
Franklin couldn’t believe his eyes. The letters framed matters in a way that intentionally misled Parliament. They also suggested Massachusetts’ colonial government should be overhauled to give the royal governor more power.
Worse still, Hutchinson wrote that the colonists should never have the full rights in America that were enjoyed back in England, calling for “an abridgment of what are called English liberties.”
Franklin forwarded the letters to Boston with clear instructions that they not be printed or publicized. He added, however, that they could be quietly shared with Patriot
quality healthcare. If Quorum takes control, Bay Area Hospital—and our community—will be at their mercy. This is not the future most CB/NB residents want.
The current Board thinks that merging with a larger company will ensure financial stability, because only larger corporations have the resources to compete in today’s markets. Yes, there’s a national trend toward corporatization, but that doesn’t mean it’s right for this community. Big corporations often provide worse service at higher costs, shifting the burden to consumers while funneling profits elsewhere.
Bay Area Hospital doesn’t need to be sold off to survive. With a change in leadership and administration, clear planning, and strong financial management, it can recover. Concerned Citizens for Bay Area Hospital, a local PAC, supports exploring a regional health system that could cut costs—like bulk supply purchasing—while keeping care in local hands.
The current letter of intent with Quorum would gut local oversight. We must reject that path.
Vote for Uno, Saada, Stevens, and Alonzo—leaders who will fight to protect our hospital, our care, and our community. Let’s keep healthcare local.
Jennifer Briggs Coos Bay
BAH future
On May 20, voters have a chance to change the course of Bay Area Hospital’s future. I strongly encourage you to vote for Dr. John Uno, Brandon Saada, Kyle Stevens, and Simon Alonzo—candidates who support a local solution and oppose merging with Quorum.
Quorum is majority-owned by Golden Tree, a private equity firm whose sole purpose is to extract profit—not to serve patients or communities. If Bay Area Hospital is leased to Quorum, we lose control, and our healthcare decisions will be made by people with no ties to our region.
Bay Area Hospital doesn’t need a private equity takeover. It needs leadership with strong, practical management and financial skills. With the right team, we can turn things around locally. Sadly, poor leadership has already driven away profitable services, and hospital management has twice hired CFOs with questionable track records.
The Hospital Board has two key responsibilities: approving major decisions, like partnerships, and hiring or removing the CEO. It’s time to reevaluate both.
Since CEO Brian Moore took over in 2019, his decisions have hurt the hospital. His time at St. Mary’s-Corwin Hospital in Colorado saw the loss of core services and a sharp decline— an all-too-familiar story. His resignation allowed that hospital to
leaders.
However, those brilliantly conniving second cousins, John and Samuel Adams, made sure the correspondence reached The Boston Gazette.
When the letters were published in June 1773, the public in New England reacted with the ferocity of a nuclear blast. Hutchinson was burned in effigy on Boston Common. The outcry was equally intense when word reached the other side of the pond.
From Beacon Hill to London’s fashionable salons, Britons and colonists alike speculated about which insider had leaked the letters.
One suspected source blamed another, even leading to a duel between two men. That was when Franklin said enough was enough.
On Christmas Day 1773, he published a letter admitting that he had forwarded the letters to Boston. Franklin was hauled before the Privy Council, royally chewed out, humiliated, and fired from his lucrative Deputy Postmaster gig.
Back in Boston, the revelations
regain its strength, and now we face a similar situation.
At BAH, Moore oversaw the failed rollout of the EPIC medical records system, which resulted in millions of dollars in lost revenue—losses we can’t recover. He blames COVID-19, but the mismanagement started before and continued after. Programs like MOMs and Home Health have been cut, and the Behavioral Health unit was nearly eliminated until the County stepped in.
Now, the Board says a Quorum contract would protect “core services,” but they haven’t defined what those are.
We deserve transparency and responsible leadership. Vote Uno, Saada, Stevens, and Alonzo to keep healthcare local and accountable.
Judy Moody
A call for partnership, not polarization I want to be very clear: I do not represent the labor union, Bay Area Hospital’s board, or any outside group. I’m running for office because I believe in our communities — and I believe in honest, cooperative solutions that protect access to care for everyone across the South Coast.
That’s why I’m concerned about how quickly a proposal — whether good, bad, or in between — has become a lightning rod for outrage instead of an opportunity for dialogue.
Let’s be honest: our healthcare
from the letters helped stoke the anger that climaxed with the Boston Tea Party.
You know what happened from there.
So, who was the 18th-century resister inside Britain’s government who actually leaked the letters?
There’s a wide cast of possibilities.
Several historians point a finger at Thomas Pownall, Hutchinson’s predecessor as royal governor.
Others blame John Temple, another colonial official. Temple claimed he knew the true culprit’s identity but refused to name him since doing so “would prove the ruin of the guilty party.”
Whoever he was, his secret went to the grave with him, but its effects are still felt today.
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system is facing real challenges. Bay Area Hospital is in crisis. Small rural hospitals are stretched thin. Patients and staff are caught in the middle.
We should be using this moment to talk about ideas — not shutting them down before they’re even fully understood. Whether it’s a health district model, a regional cooperative, or something entirely new, we need to ask: How can we work together instead of competing for survival?
A regional partnership — if done transparently and collaboratively — could mean shared resources, stronger services, and long-term stability for everyone, not just one hospital. But only if rural voices are at the table, not overruled. This is not about annexation. It’s not about taking control. It’s about creating alignment where we’re all stronger together — protecting our local identities while cooperating for our shared future.
We’re at a crossroads. We can treat each other as rivals — or we can become partners in designing a healthier future. The choice isn’t between Bay Area Hospital or Bandon, Coquille, Gold Beach, and Reedsport. The real choice is: division or collaboration.
Let’s stop drawing battle lines. Let’s start building bridges.
Brandon Saada Candidate for Bay Area Health District Board
BLM issues nearly $28M to Western Oregon Counties from timber revenue
By JEREMY C. RUARK Country Media, Inc.
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has distributed more than $27.7 million in timber revenue payments to 18 western Oregon counties.
The payments are supported by the timber harvested from public lands and support local services, including emergency response and education, according to a release from the BLM.
“The BLM is working to protect our national and economic security, as directed in President Trump’s order, by immediately expanding American timber production,” BLM Oregon/ Washington State Director Barry Bushue said. “We manage more than 2.4 million acres of some of the world’s most productive forests in western Oregon, and are committed to supplying a reliable, secure, and resilient domestic supply of timber, while providing jobs and other support to local communities through timber production.”
The BLM manages this area, referred to as O&C and CBWR lands, as well as the funds generated from timber harvests
vation benefits to local communities.
The roots of WRLT trace back to the year 2000, when a group of passionate residents established the Elk River Land Trust with a shared vision of conserving the land along the Elk River. Their initial goals was to involve communities in preserving the natural world for a healthier, more sustainable planet and remains the driving force behind the organization today.
Recognizing the growing need for their services, the land trust expanded its reach in 2014 and 2018, bringing its conservation expertise to more people and communities along the southern Oregon coast.
A significant milestone for the organization came in August 2019, when WRLT
in accordance with two laws. The Oregon and California Railroad and Coos Bay Wagon Road Grant Lands Grant Act of 1937 directs revenue from O&C Lands is shared between the U.S. Treasury and 18 western Oregon counties.
The Coos Bay Wagon Road Act of 1939 directs revenue from CBWR Lands be paid in-lieu of tax payments to Coos and Douglas counties.
The timber harvesting funding provides local communities
achieved full accreditation through the Land Trust Accreditation Commission, a nationally recognized body that rigorously reviews land trust operations.
The distinction, held by just over four-hundred land trusts nationwide, has not only strengthened WRLT’s internal practices but has also fostered new partnerships and facilitated further land acquisitions. Accreditation provides landowners, donors, conservation partners and the wider community with the assurance that Wild Rivers Land Trust operates under the highest standards of land conservation.
Looking to the future, the Wild Rivers Land Trust envisions a southern Oregon coast defined by clean water, abundant salmon runs, sustainable working lands and thriving rural communities. Its mission is to conserve and sustain the
with the means to construct new county buildings; develop fairgrounds and museums; support libraries, schools, and jails; and build flood-control dams and reservoirs, according to the BLM.
Beyond these direct payments
natural, scenic and working lands as well as lands of historic, cultural, or archaeological value, through collaborative efforts with communities and landowners along the Wild Rivers Coast.
The generosity of donors is the lifeblood of the Wild Rivers Land Trust’s conservation work. In return for this support, WRLT provides the assurance that the region’s natural wonders will endure for generations to come, working to instill a shared passion and care for the land and waters within the communities it serves.
In recent news, the Wild Rivers Land Trust announced the appointment of Amy Knapp Pettit as its new Executive Director.
Pettit emerged as the top candidate from a strong pool of applicants, bringing with her two decades of experience in agriculture and land conservation as well as
to counties, the BLM timber program supports approximately 2,000 local jobs and generates more than $1 billion for local economies.
“BLM forestry and timber production supports economic security, reduces risks from
deep roots in the southern Oregon coast.
Raised in Curry County on the Knapp Ranch in Langlois, Pettit holds an Agricultural Business Management degree from Oregon State University. Her career has taken her to Alaska, where she managed the Marketing and Development team for the State of Alaska Division of Agriculture for ten years before becoming the Executive Director of the Alaska Farmland Trust in 2015. Under her leadership, the Farmland Trust experienced significant growth, doubling its protected areas and establishing strong
wildfire, improves fish and wildlife habitat, and decreases the cost of energy production. Local communities rely on jobs that come from BLM-managed forests, and timber from public land feeds local industry,” according to the release.
relationships with major foundations.
In March 2022, Pettit was appointed as the State Executive Director for the USDA Farm Service Agency in Alaska, a position she held until the recent change in administration. Now, Pettit is eager to bring her skills and experience back to the Southern Oregon Coast.
“It feels like a full circle moment to have all of this come into alignment and I am delighted to get to immerse myself back into the community that raised me,” Pettit said.
The Wild Rivers Land Trust board and staff express their confidence
that Pettit’s connection to the region, her extensive knowledge of land conservation, her demonstrated fundraising abilities and her passionate leadership style make her the ideal person to lead the organization into the future. The organization would also like to extend its sincere gratitude to the former Executive Director Ann Schmierer for her invaluable service as interim executive director during the recent transition.
For more information about the Wild Rivers Land Trust and its vital work, please visit https://www. wildriverslandtrust.org.
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The timber harvesting funding provides local communities with the means to construct new county buildings; develop fairgrounds and museums; support libraries, schools, and jails; and build flood-control dams and reservoirs, according to the BLM.
Courtesy from the BLM Total Payments by County.
South Coast athletes stand out in Meet of Champions
John Gunther For the World
Myrtle Point’s Thomas Ferren had two individual wins and helped a relay squad to a victory and several other local athletes had big marks in the 4A-1A Meet of Champions at Sweet Home on Saturday.
The meet brought together many of the top athletes from the western part of the state in the four smaller classifications.
Ferren edged Reedsport’s Thomas Morgan in both the 100 and 200. In the shorter race, Ferren ran 11.10 and Morgan 11.20, with Marshfield’s Carter McGriff seventh (11.43).
In the 200, Ferren ran 22.72 and Morgan 22.73. Siuslaw’s Wesley Nicholls was fourth (22.95), North Bend’s Noah Bustamente sixth (23.08), McGriff seventh (23.09) and Siuslaw’s Raymundo Brito Xilot eighth (23.14).
In the 4x100 relay, Ferren teamed with Cash Miller, Brody Ligons and Evin Warner to finish in 43.50, edging Marshfield (43.62). Siuslaw was fifth (44.41).
Marshfield won the 4x400 relay with the squad of McGriff, Chandler Wyatt, Jake Day and Bodey Lutes running 3:29.08. Siuslaw was third (3:37.33), North Bend fifth (3:40.61).
Siuslaw’s Clayton Wilson
won the 3,000 (8:38.58), with Marshfield’s Jaxson Stovall third (8:59.39) and Siuslaw’s Henry Stone fourth (9:00.10).
In the field, North Bend’s Myles Baxter had another big personal best in the high jump, clearing 6 feet, 6 inches to win the event. Siuslaw’s Kale Jensen was second, clearing 6-2.
Their places were reversed in the long jump, with Jensen winning (20-10 1/2) and Baxter finishing second (20-10). Siuslaw’s Will Johnson was third (20-4) and Marshfield’s Wyatt sixth (19-1). Johnson won the triple jump for Siuslaw with a new best 44-7 1/2.
Among other boys running events, Siuslaw’s Nicholls was third (51.24) and Marshfield’s Wyatt eight (52.16) in the 400, and Siuslaw’s Jensen was third in both the 110 hurdles (16.66) and 300 hurdles (41.00).
In other field events, Siuslaw’s Caleb Gray was second in the javelin (155-1) while teammate Joel Sissel was sixth in the shot put (45-11); Marshfield’s Quinton Kloster was second in the pole vault (13-0), with Bandon’s Noah Brown and Siuslaw’s Will Johnson tying for third (12-6) and Siuslaw’s Justice Allen sixth (12-0).
Coquille’s girls had a pair of winners, including a new meet record from freshman Ella Henthorn in the 3,000. Henthorn set a new personal
best with her time of 10:25.22 while North Bend’s Ellie Massey was second with a new personal best of her own (10:44.13) and Siuslaw’s Allison Hughes was seventh (11:20.26).
Henthorn (4:49.34) and Massey (4:54.28) also both had personal bests in the 1,500, finishing third and fourth behind winner Daisy Lalonde of East Linn Christian (4:47.94).
Coquille’s Emelia Wirebaugh also had a new best winning the triple jump by soaring 35-1 in the triple jump. She also finished fifth in the high jump, clearing 4-10.
Bandon’s Marley Petrey won the 300 hurdles with a time of 46.41. Teammate Giada Moore was third (47.28), Marshfield’s Rylee McNally fifth (48.36) and Siuslaw’s Aidell Cadet eighth (49.05).
Several other South Coast girls were runners-up, including Makenna Vierck of Bandon in the 100 (12.55) and 200 (26.14). Marshfield’s Jordyn Mickelson was second in the shorter event.
Vierck, Petrey and Moore also combined with Claire Briggs to finish second in the 4x100 relay (50.38). Marshfield was eighth (52.20).
Coquille had a trio of second-place finishes in the field.
Holli Vigue was second to Cascade’s Kalina Saechao in both the shot put, where she had a new best of 38-11 and
the discus, where Vigue threw 126-11. Siuslaw’s Dannin Lacouture was fourth in the shot put (35-1) and North Bend’s Eva Jensen was fifth (110-11), Lacouture sixth (110-3) and Myrtle Point’s Jayme Padgett seventh (110-2) in the discus.
Coquille’s Ada Millet was second in the pole vault, clearing 9 feet.
In other running events, Siuslaw’s Maya Wells was sixth in the 800 (2:28.28), with teammate Cadet fifth (16.57) and North Bend’s Drew Hood seventh (17.01) in the 100 hurdles.
Also in the field events, Bandon’s Caitlyn Michalek was third (120-4) and North Bend’s Hood eighth (109-10) in the javelin. Coquille’s Bristol Layton was eighth in the long jump (15-6).
Siuslaw won the boys team title and Marshfield was fourth and Myrtle Point seventh. Coquille’s girls finished second to Cascade, with Bandon fourth.
Coos County’s track teams will be at Marshfield on Friday for the annual Coos County Meet, the state’s oldest annual high school meet. Several South Coast schools also compete in the Pacific Invitational on Tuesday, including Bandon, Coquille, Brookings-Harbor, Gold Beach, Myrtle Point, Powers and the host Pirates.
Reedsport stays perfect in baseball
John Gunther For the World
The baseball teams from Reedsport and Myrtle Point continued winning last week heading into their key second matchup this week.
The Brave remained perfect in Class 2A-1A District 4 at 6-0 by beating Bandon 10-0 and edging host Toledo 9-7. Reedsport hosts Eddyville on Tuesday before a big home game against Myrtle Point on Friday.
Reedsport won the first meeting with the Bobcats 2-1 in Myrtle Point.
The Bobcats are 5-1 in league after beating Eddyville 16-0 and winning at Waldport 13-3. Myrtle Point hosts Toledo on Tuesday before its trip to Reedsport.
Bandon picked up its first league win, topping host Eddyville 12-7 after its loss to Reedsport last week. The Tigers have a pair of nonleague games this week, at home against Illinois Valley on Monday and at North Douglas on Wednesday.
SKY-EM LEAGUE: Marshfield won its three games last week against Cottage
Grove, beating the Lions at home 13-3 and then shutting them out in the doubleheader on the road 7-0 and 8-0.
This week, the Pirates have their series with rival North Bend, traveling to Clyde Allen Field on Tuesday and hosting the Bulldogs for a doubleheader Friday.
North Bend’s only contest last week was a nonleague battle with Astoria at Stayton High School, which North Bend won 11-4 to stretch its win streak to 11 games.
SOFTBALL
SKY-EM LEAGUE: North Bend was swept by Cottage Grove in its three-game series last week to fall to 1-5 in league play. The Pirates lost 12-4 at home and 10-0 and 4-3 on the road.
Marshfield is at North Bend on Tuesday and hosts the Bulldogs on Friday.
North Bend lost its nonleague game against Astoria 18-3 last week.
CLASS 2A-1A DISTRICT 4: Powers fell to Toledo for the second time this season, though the Cruisers remain in second place behind the Boomers after the 12-5 setback last week.
Before that loss, Powers beat host Co-
quille 18-13 in a nonleague game for its sixth win in a row.
This week, Powers was at Eddyville on Monday and hosts Waldport on Tuesday before a big game at third-place Bandon on Friday.
The Tigers fell to Reedsport 13-3 last week, but bounced back with a 20-3 win at Eddyville and hosted Glendale for a nonleague game Monday and are at Oakland for another nonleague game Tuesday.
Reedsport, which shares third place with Bandon, lost its other game last week at Toledo 3-0. The Brave were at Oakland on Monday and host Eddyville on Tuesday and Myrtle Point on Friday.
The Bobcats got their first league win last week, edging Eddyville 19-18 before falling at Waldport 19-4. They host Toledo on Tuesday.
FAR WEST LEAGUE: Coquille was swept by Glide last week, losing at home to the Wildcats 21-0 before falling on the road 17-2 and 15-5. The Red Devils, 0-6 in league play, are at South Umpqua on Tuesday and host the Lancers on Friday for a twin bill.
Coquille library trivia night is Saturday, May 3
The Friends of the Coquille Library Foundation Inc. will hold their spring trivia night on Saturday, May 3, in the large auditorium at the Coquille Community Building. The event starts at 6:30 p.m. The doors will open at 6.
The event is for teams of up to eight players. The cost is $10 per team member, though active members of the Friends of the Coquille Library Foundation pay $8 per person. The theme for the trivia night is May Day.
Teams are encouraged to bring their own snacks and come up with creative names. Raffle tickets will be available for purchase for a variety of prizes. All proceeds raised through the event will go to support the
Coquille Public Library.
People interested in signing up to be members of the Friends can get registration forms at the Coquille Public Library.
Bay Area tennis teams net successful week
John Gunther For the World
North Bend’s girls tennis team had a busy week, beating Thurston and Springfield while losing to Marist Catholic and St. Mary’s of Medford.
The Bulldogs topped Thurston 6-2, getting singles wins by Raegan Farm, Aubrey Moore and Kamryn Van Elsberg and doubles victories by the pairs of Grace Clark and Olivia Smith, Amelia Peck and Caroline Friedrich, and Darrah Windham and Cadence Moore.
The same singles and doubles combinations won in a 6-0 win over Springfield the same day.
But Farm was the only North Bend player to win in the matches against Marist Catholic and St. Mary’s.
North Bend’s boys split four matches with Thurston, getting singles wins by both Isaac Adams and Myles Picatti.
They were shut out by Springfield and St. Mary’s. Marshfield’s girls swept Springfield and split their matches with Thurston. Against Springfield, Gwyn Button, Helena Blood and Caroline Knutson won singles matches, while Reanna Mathias and Mallory Edd, Olivia Conde and Chloe Runn, and Azura Beckett and Olivia Hoffman won doubles matches. Against Thurston, Ashley Rodriguez-Gutierrez won a singles match and Mathias and Edd, Button and Knutson, and Conde and Run won doubles matches.
Marshfield’s boys lost to both Thurston and Springfield 4-2. Against Thurston, the Pirates got singles wins by Jesstun Moen and Mikal McGowan. Against Springfield, Moen and Blake Powell won singles matches.
This week, North Bend hosts both Marshfield and Creswell on Wednesday and Ashland visits the two Bay Area schools Thursday. Marshfield is at Junction City on Friday.
Bandon’s boys golf team won a tournament at Bandon Crossings last week, while North Bend was third.
The Tigers scored 307 strokes to easily beat East Linn Christian (326) and North Bend (350). North Bend’s Owen Bascom shot a blistering 6-under 66 to take medalist honors.
Bandon’s Peyton Simonds was second with a 73, with teammate Sevren Quinn fourth (75), Jackson Simonds seventh (78) and Braedon Millhouser ninth (81). Lucas Vanderlip of Brookings-Harbor was sixth with a 76, while North Bend’s was part of a tie for 12th with Reedsport’s Noah Sullens at 86, a shot better than North Bend’s Behr Gordon.
pilot and plane emerged unscathed.
This wasn’t the case here in North Bend, where social media posts have given us a clearer indication of the scale of the injuries. In a YouTube video covering the incident by user ‘blancolirio’ which has surpassed 200 thousand views, one commenter claimed to be on the flight.
“I was one of the passengers in this accident. We touched down. I felt the brakes come on briefly after touch down. After that it was absolutely nothing and into the water we went...” said user ‘johnbill7968’. “After the hero pilot narrowly threaded the needle and steered us off to the right between the runway lights and a building. Both would have killed us if we hit them.”
Johnbill7968 went on to defend the pilot, thanking him for his calmness under pressure and commending them for what they said are 40,000 hours of flight time for the veteran pilot. Apparently, the passengers have been involved with a
• ORS 164.354 Criminal Mischief in the Second Degree Dowdy was already on police radar after his license was suspended following another DUI in January of 2025, when police approached his car on a poaching warrant. Officers reported Dowdy had slurred speech and the smell of alcohol on him, and he was charged in March, with further court dates scheduled for early May. The UCC community, reeling from the incident,
construction project in the area and have been making that same trip on a weekly basis for around 6 months with the same pilot.
Johnbill’s comments indicate that they had a broken leg, and ligaments that needed reconnected. The pilot reportedly had a broken ankle and was badly bruised.
In a Facebook post from another passenger’s partner, Kasandra Leavitt, we got further detail. She states that her husband Andy has been making the flight from St. George Regional Airport for a ‘the past few years’. When she didn’t receive a customary text saying he had landed, she began to worry. Those fears were confirmed when she got a call from her son in law who was also on the flight.
“He had borrowed a phone to call, because both his and my husband’s phones were missing, somewhere in the ocean. I was relieved to hear his voice, but obviously concerned that my husband wasn’t on the other end.
Austin assured me that Andy was ok- but that he was having a hard time breathing & couldn’t talk,” recalled Leavitt.
She describes that
held a memorial and moment of silence at their baseball games on Thursday, April 24. This was the UCC Softball program’s inaugural season.
“We are deeply saddened to confirm that one of our student-athletes, Kiley Jones, and one of our coaches, Jami Strinz, lost their lives in the accident. Additional staff and students remain in hospitals in Eugene and Portland. UCC hearts are breaking with this news, and we ask the community to keep the families and all of those affected in their thoughts and prayers,” said UCC President, Dr. Rachel Pokrandt.
the landing itself was ‘flawless’, but that the plane would not slow down on the tarmac and that it was clear they’d end up in the water. Similar to Johnbill’s comments, she was grateful for the pilot and his experience.
“Our pilot, Dean, is a seasoned veteran. 50 years experience. My son in law, Austin was sitting in the second chair up front. They were both applying the brakes as hard as they could. Dean expertly maneuvered the plane between towers, a building and barricades - which if any of them were hit, would have certainly led to an explosive outcome,” wrote Leavitt.
Despite the quick thinking in the moment, Andy Leavitt still sustained a litany of injuries. According to the post, 6 broken ribs and a fractured knee cap.
Her post, along with Johnbill’s comments, commentary from blancolirio’s youtube video, and the AIN report, indicate that the excursion was cause by brake troubles. This is hardly the only case in which this model of HondaJet has had brake failures, and therefore the crash
“These individuals were cherished members of our campus—an exceptional student-athlete, and a passionate and talented coach. Our entire community is grieving this tragic loss, and our heartfelt condolences are with their families, teammates, and loved ones. We ask that you keep them in your thoughts and offer privacy for the
is more a question of manufacturing issues than pilot error.
Despite that, both social media posters were grateful everyone
escaped with their lives, and thankful towards their long-time pilot.
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Notice of Budget Committee Meeting
A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the South Coast Education Service District, Coos County, State of Oregon, will be held at 1350 Teakwood Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The meeting will take place on the 6th day of May, 2025 at 5:00 P.M. The purpose of the meeting is to receive the budget message and to hear comment from the public on the budget.
This is a public meeting where deliberation of the Budget Committee may take place. Any person may attend the meeting and discuss the proposed programs with the Budget Committee. A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained on the district website on the date of the meeting.
Pursuant to ORS 294.426 (5)(b) this notice is also posted on the District’s Internet website @ http:// www.scesd.k12.or.us for at least 10 days before the meeting date. 4/29/2025, World 412001
NOTICE OF LAPSE OF MINERAL INTEREST
Berryland LLC gives notice pursuant to ORS 517.180 that the mineral interest(s) described herein is claimed to have lapsed. Instrument of creation: Bargain and Sale Deed dated 13 January 1987 recorded as Coos County Instrument No. 88-02-0060 to -0063. Description of lands affected: Parcel 2 of Final Partition Plat 2006 #06, CAB C-478, Recorded March 8, 2006, as Microfilm No. 2006-3037, in Coos County, Oregon and also S ½ NW ¼; SW ¼ NE ¼; SW ¼; NW ¼ NE ¼ (Lot 2) of Section Four (4) and W ½ NW ¼; S ½ S ½; NW ¼ SW ¼ of Section Nine (9) all in Township Twenty Seven (27) South, Range Fourteen (14) West of the Willamette Meridian, Coos County, Oregon. Holder of the Interest: International Paper Realty Corporation. Correspondence may be written to Berryland LLC, c/o O’Connor West, LLC at 670 G St., Ste B, Jacksonville, OR 97530. Date of first publication: April 29, 2025. The holder of the interest must submit a statement of claim to the Coos County Clerk within 60 days after the last publication date of this notice, or the mineral interest may be extinguished. 4/29, 5/6, & 5/13/2025, World, 411917
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID Notice is hereby given that sealed bids for North Bend School District, Middle & Elementary Boiler Replacement project, will be received by the School District until the bid closing time of 2:00 P.M. Pacific Time, Tuesday, May 27, 2025. Bids are to be submitted to the North Bend School District Office, Attn: Vince Swagerty, Superintendent, 1913 Meade Street, North Bend, Oregon 97459. Bids shall also be received ELECTRONICALLY by email to: mmcallister@ nbend.k12.or.us subject: BID for North Bend School District, Middle & Elementary School Boiler Replacement. Refer to Instructions to Bidders within the Contract Documents. A two-hour period shall follow in which all bidders shall submit to the North Bend School District a properly filled out Subcontractor Disclosure Form, identifying any first-tier subcontractor that will be furnishing labor or labor and material on the Contract. Refer to Disclosure Form and Instructions to Bidders within the Contract Documents. The bid opening shall be conducted in the North Bend School District Office immediately following the bid closing time. at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Work on this Contract consists of the removal and replacement of the existing boiler system at North Bend Middle School. Related work includes vent stack removal, single-ply roofing, floor infill, and housekeeping slabs. Work also includes Alternate Bids for the removal and replacement of the existing boiler system at North Bay Elementary School. The Project Manual, Specifications, and Drawings for this work, including Instructions to Bidders and Bid Form, may be examined and obtained at the Office of the Architect, HGE Architects, Inc. 333 South 4th Street, Coos Bay, Oregon, phone: 541- 269-1166, email: general@hge1.com, and at the following locations: North Bend School District office, various Plan Centers, and on the HGE website at http://www.hge1. com/bidding-area/. PDF digital copies of these documents are also available to Bidders via HGE INC.’s website at the link above. General Contractors are encouraged to contact HGE INC. office by phone or email and register their interest in submitting a bid and to be included on the architect’s plan holders list. Addendums and other critical bid information will be forwarded to all persons on the architect’s plan holders list. A Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting and walkthrough will be held at the job site on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. Contractors shall meet at North Bend Middle School, 1500 16th Street, North Bend, Oregon. A brief project introduction meeting will be held followed by a walk-through of the project site. The meeting will then be moved to North Bay Elementary for a secondary site walkthrough. Subcontractors are encouraged to attend. No bid will be received or considered by the Owner unless the bid contains a statement that Bidder will comply with the provisions of ORS 279C.800 through 279C.870 relating to Prevailing Wages. No bids will be considered unless fully completed in the manner provided in the Instructions to Bidders upon the official bid form provided by the Architect, within the Project Manual, and accompanied by an unconditional certified check or a bid bond executed in favor of North Bend School District in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the
total amount of the bid per ORS 279C.385, to be forfeited as fixed and liquidated damages should the bidder fail or neglect to enter into a contract and provide suitable bond for the faithful performance of the work in the event the contract is awarded. Each bid will contain a statement as to whether or not the bidder is a resident bidder as defined in ORS 279A.120. No bid will be considered unless the bidder is registered with the Construction Contractors Board as required by ORS 701.035 to 701.055. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and to waive any technicalities or informalities in connection therewith. No bidder may withdraw his bid after the hour set for the opening thereof until the lapse of thirty (30) days from the bid opening.
Vince Swagerty, Superintendent North Bend School District 4/29/2025, World, 412065
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to sections 87.685 -87.693 of the ORS known as the Oregon Self-Service Storage Facility Act. The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on 5-9-2025 at 10:00 A.M., on the premises where said property including: personal effects, have been stored and which are located at Osprey Point RV Resort, 1505 N Lake Rd, Lakeside, OR County of, Coos the following: Leon Howland unit #10, Jean Tanya Ramirez units #6, #8, #17. Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase in cash only. All purchased items sold as is, where is and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Dated 4-22-2025 and 4-29-2025. 4/22 & 4/29/2025, World, 411622
NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING
A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Charleston Rural Fire Protection District, Coos County State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026 will be held at Charleston Fire District, 92342 Cape Arago Hwy. The meeting will take place on the 5th day of May, 2025 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. A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained on or after May 5, 2025 at Charleston Fire District, 92342 Cape Arago Hwy, between the hours of 10:00 AM & 12 noon and 1PM & 4:00 PM Weekdays. 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. 4/15 & 4/29/2025, World, 411017
A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the North Bay Fire District, Coos County, State of Oregon to discuss the budget for fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, will be held at North Bay Fire Station 1 located at 67577 East Bay Road, North Bend, Oregon. The meeting will take place May 1, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The purpose of the meeting is to receive the budget message and comments from the public on the budget. A copy of the budget may be inspected or obtained on or after May 1, 2025, at 67577 East Bay Rd. North Bend, Oregon between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM. This is a public meeting where discussion of the budget will take place.
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NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING
A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Coos Bay Public Schools, Coos County, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026 will be held at Blossom Gulch School, 333 S 10th St., Coos Bay, OR, 97420. The meeting will take place on May 14th, 2025 at 6:00 P.M. A continuation of the budget committee meeting will be held on May 21st, 2025 at 6:00 P.M., if needed. 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 program with the Budget Committee. This notice can also be found on the District’s website at the following address: www.cbd9.net A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained on or after May 14th, 2025 at 333 S 10th St., Coos Bay, OR, 97420 between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:00 pm. 4/29 & 5/6/2025, World, 411632
NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING
A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Hauser Rural Fire Protection District, County of Coos, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026, will be held at the Hauser Fire Hall, 93622 Viking Lane, North Bend, OR 97459. The meeting will take place on May 19, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. 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 22, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., by contacting Connie Huntsman, CPA, at C. J. Huntsman, CPA, P.C., telephone (541) 808-3080. 4/29 & 5/6/2025, World, 411718
TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE is hereby given that the obligation secured by the Trust Deed described below is in default, and that the beneficiary has elected to foreclose the Trust Deed pursuant to ORS 86.705 to 86.795. No action is now pending to recover any part of the debt secured by the Trust Deed. The Beneficiary Exemption Affidavit is on file with the Oregon Foreclosure Avoidance Program. Information required by ORS 86.771 is as follows: 1. Grantor: William R. Grundy and Hope A. Grundy, as tenants by the entirety; Trustee: AmeriTitle; Successor Trustee: Joseph E. Kellerman, 14 N. Central Ave., Suite 104, Medford, OR 97501; Beneficiary: Rogue Credit Union. 2. Property covered by the Trust Deed: The East half of Lots 11 and 12, Block 42, Elliott’s Addition to Coquille, Coos County, Oregon. TOGETHER WITH any portion of Elliott’s Street fronting and abutting thereon, that would inure by operation of law, which was vacated by Ordinance No. 135, Recorded August 22, 1914, in Book 69, Page 464, Deed Records of Coos County, Oregon. 3. Trust Deed was recorded on December 29, 2022 as instrument no. 2022-11118 in Coos County Official Records, Coos County, Oregon. 4. Default for which foreclosure is made is failure of Grantor to make required payments under the terms of the Promissory Note secured by the Trust Deed at issue.
5. The sums owing on the obligation secured by the Trust Deed are $62,622.99 as of December 16, 2024, plus any escrow balance deficiency, accrued but unpaid interest, late fees, trustee’s and attorney’s costs and fees incurred, and other charges under the Promissory Note and Trust Deed securing the same, plus such sums as the Beneficiary may advance for the benefit of Grantor — i.e., real property taxes, insurance premiums, protective advances to preserve the collateral, etc.
6. The Beneficiary has and does elect to sell the property to satisfy the obligation.
7. The property will be sold in the manner prescribed by law on the 16th day of June, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. standard time as established by ORS 187.110, outside of the public entrance to the Coos County Courthouse, 250 N Baxter Street, Coquille, OR 97423, Coos County, Oregon. 8. Interested persons are notified of the right under ORS 86.778 to have this proceeding dismissed and the Trust Deed reinstated by payment of the entire amount then due, other than such portion as would not then be due had no default occurred, together with costs, trustee and attorney’s fees, and by curing any other default complained of in this Notice, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale. 9. 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. 10. In construing this notice and whenever the context hereof so requires, 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 their successors in interest, the word “trustee” includes any successor trustee and the word “beneficiary” includes any successor in interest of the beneficiary named in the Trust Deed, and any collateral beneficiary, and their successors in interest. DATED this 30th day of January, 2025. HORNECKER COWLING LLP By: /s/ Joseph E. Kellerman, Successor Trustee 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, & 5/6/2025, World, 410998
NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING
A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Millicoma River Park & Recreation District, Coos County, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026, will be held in the Community Center, 10361 Highway 241, Allegany, OR 97407. The meeting will take place on Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. This is a public meeting where the Budget Committee will receive the budget document and to receive comment from the public on the budget. A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained on or after May 6, 2025 at the office of Stephanie Stroud, CPA, LLC, 750 Central Avenue Suite 102, Coos Bay, Oregon, between the hours of 9:00 am and 4:00 pm. 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. 4/15 & 4/29/2025, World, 411265
NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING COOS BAY-NORTH BENDCHARLESTON VISITOR & CONVENTION BUREAU
A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Coos Bay-North Bend-Charleston Visitor & Convention Bureau will be held to discuss the budget for fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, on May 15, 2025, at 8:30 am at the Mill Casino in the upstairs meeting rooms. 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; virtual attendance is available - email info@oregonsadventurecoast.com for the meeting link. Copies of the budget are available by contacting the City of Coos Bay Finance Department at 541-269-8915 or fiannce@ coosbayor.gov. 4/29/2025, World, 411497
TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE T.S. No.: OR-251010867-BB Reference is made to that certain deed made by, STANLEY R SWEET as Grantor to FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, as trustee, in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC., A CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, as Beneficiary, dated 7/27/2006, recorded 8/2/2006, in official records of COOS County, Oregon and/or as fee/file/ instrument/microfilm/ reception number 200610540 and subsequently assigned or transferred by operation of law to U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST covering the following described real property situated in said County, and State. APN: 6097400 25S1310DA-02600 LOT 28 AND THE SOUTH 30 FEET OF LOT 27, BLOCK 3, SIMPSON HEIGHTS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF NORTH BEND, COOS COUNTY, OREGON. Commonly known as: 1367 BAYVIEW ST, NORTH BEND, OR 97459-3661 The undersigned hereby certifies that based upon business records there are no known written assignments of the trust deed by the trustee or by the beneficiary, except as recorded in the records of the county or counties in which the above described real property is situated. Further, no action has been instituted to recover the debt, or any part thereof, now remaining secured by the trust deed, or, if such action has been instituted, such action has been dismissed except as permitted by ORS 86.752(7). Both the beneficiary and the trustee have elected to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by said trust deed and notice has been recorded pursuant to Section 86.752(3) of Oregon Revised Statutes. There is a default by grantor or other person owing an obligation, performance of which is secured by the trust deed, or by the successor in interest, with respect to provisions therein which authorize sale in the event of such provision. The default for which foreclosure is made is grantor’s failure to pay when due the following sum: TOTAL REQUIRED TO REINSTATE: $8,213.15
TOTAL REQUIRED TO PAYOFF: $133,685.45 Because of interest, late charges, and other charges that may vary from day-today, the amount due on the day you pay may be greater. It will be necessary for you to contact the Trustee before the time you tender reinstatement or the payoff amount so that you may be advised of the exact amount you will be required to pay. By reason of the default, the beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by the trust deed immediately
due and payable, those sums being the following, to- wit: The installments of principal and interest which became due on 11/1/2024, and all subsequent installments of principal and interest through the date of this Notice, plus amounts that are due for late charges, delinquent property taxes, insurance premiums, advances made on senior liens, taxes and/or insurance, trustee’s fees, and any attorney fees and court costs arising from or associated with the beneficiaries efforts to protect and preserve its security, all of which must be paid as a condition of reinstatement, including all sums that shall accrue through reinstatement or pay-off. Nothing in this notice shall be construed as a waiver of any fees owing to the Beneficiary under the Deed of Trust pursuant to the terms of the loan documents. Whereof, notice hereby is given that QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION, the undersigned trustee will on 8/7/2025 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 and the trust deed reinstated by payment to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of said principal as would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, trustee’s and attorney’s fees and curing any other default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the obligation or trust deed, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale. Other than as shown of record, neither the beneficiary nor the trustee has any actual notice of any person having or claiming to have any lien upon or interest in the real property hereinabove described subsequent to the interest of the trustee in the trust deed, or of any successor in
interest to grantor or of any lessee or other person in possession of or occupying the property, except: Name and Last Known Address and Nature of Right, Lien or Interest STANLEY SWEET 1367 BAYVIEW ST NORTH BEND, OR 97459-3661
Original Borrower ROYCE LONG 1367 BAYVIEW ST NORTH BEND, OR 97459 Current Owner For Sale Information Call: 916-9390772 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. If any irregularities are discovered within 10 days of the date of this sale, the trustee will rescind the sale, return the buyer’s money and take further action as necessary. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. Without limiting the trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the trustee’s sale. NOTICE TO TENANTS: TENANTS OF THE SUBJECT REAL PROPERTY HAVE CERTAIN PROTECTIONS AFFORDED 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 REQUIREMENTS THAT MUST BE COMPLIED WITH BY ANY TENANT IN ORDER TO OBTAIN THE AFFORDED PROTECTION, AS REQUIRED UNDER ORS 86.771. TS No: OR-251010867-BB Dated: 3/26/2025 Quality Loan Service Corporation, as Trustee Signature By: Jeff Stenman, President Trustee’s Mailing Address: QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION 108 1 st Ave South, Suite 450, Seattle, WA 98104 Toll Free: (866) 925-0241 Trustee’s Physical Address: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2763 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA 92108 Toll Free: (866) 925-0241 IDSPub #0247596 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, & 5/20/2025, World, 410982
Notice of Budget Committee Meeting
Two public meetings of the Budget Committee of the Coos County School District #13 (North Bend), Coos County, State of Oregon, on the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026, will be held at the North Bend City Council Chambers, 835 California Street, North Bend, Oregon. The first meeting will be held May 8, 2025, at 6:00 pm. The purpose of the meeting is to receive the budget message. The second meeting is scheduled for May 15, 2025, at 6:00 pm. The purpose of the second meeting is to receive comment from the public and approve the budget. A third meeting will be conducted May 22nd if needed. Public comment will be taken in written format. Written comments received by 5 pm on May 14, 2025 will be read during the public comment section of the meeting on May 15, 2025. Comments will be subject to a three minute limit per community member. Email comments to budgetcommittee comments @nbend.k12. or.us. A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained online at http:// www.nbend.k12.or.us/ beginning April 28th, 2025. These are public meetings where deliberation of the budget committee will take place. Notice of the publication is also available at http.//www.nbend.k12. or.us/. 4/22, 4/29, & 5/6/2025, World, 411268
TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE TS NO.:
24-72033 Reference is made to that certain Deed of Trust (hereinafter referred as the Trust Deed) made by DAVID J NELSON as Grantor to TICOR TITLE, as trustee, in favor of FIRST COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION, as Beneficiary, dated 3/16/2020, recorded 3/23/2020, as Instrument No. 2020-03009, in mortgage records of Coos County, Oregon covering the following described real property situated in said County and State, to-wit: LOT 7, BLOCK 2, PLAT OF MOUNTAIN VIEW TERRACE DIVISION II, COOS COUNTY, OREGON. The street address or other common designation, if any for the real property described above is purported to be: 63383 SHASTA RD COOS BAY, OREGON 97420 The Tax Assessor’s Account ID for the Real Property is purported to be: 7602800
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 6/1/2024, 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: 6/1/2024 Total of past due payments: $8,51 1.84 Late Charges: $252.99 Additional charges (Taxes, Insurance, Corporate Advances, Other Fees): $570.00 Trustee’s Fees and Costs: $2,278.75 Total necessary to cure: $11,613.58 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: $68,993.57 Said sale shall be held at the hour of 11:00 AM on 7/2/2025 in accord with the standard of time established by ORS 187.1 10, 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 successor(s) 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: 2/18/2025 ZBS Law, LLP By: Amber L. Labrecque, Esq., OSB#094593 ZBS Law, LLP Authorized to sign on behalf of the trustee A-4835946 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, & 5/6/2025, World, 411032
NOTICE OF URBAN RENEWAL DISTRICT BUDGET COMMITTEE
MEETING
A public meeting of the Reedsport Urban Renewal District Budget Committee of Reedsport, Douglas County, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the Fiscal Year July 2025, to June 30, 2026, will be held at City Council Chambers, 451 Winchester Ave. Reedsport, OR.
The meeting will take place on May 12, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to receive the budget message and to receive comment from the public on the budget. A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained on or after May 7, 2025, at City Hall, 451 Winchester Ave., Reedsport, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. This is a public meeting where deliberation of the Budget Committee will take place. Any person may appear at the meeting and discuss the proposed programs with the Budget Committee. This notice is also posted on the City of Reedsport web site at www.cityofreedsport.org. 4/29/2025, World, 412002
NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING AND STATE REVENUE SHARING PUBLIC HEARING
A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the City of Reedsport, Douglas County, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, will be held at City Council Chambers, 451 Winchester Ave. Reedsport, OR. The meeting will take place on May 12, 2025, at 6:15 pm and again on May 19, 2025, at 6:00pm (if necessary). The purpose of the meeting is to receive the budget message and to receive comment from the public on the budget. A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained on or after May 7, 2025, at City Hall, 451 Winchester Ave, Reedsport, between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm.
A public hearing will be held during the Budget Committee Meeting on Monday, May 12, 2025, for the purpose to receive comment regarding the possible uses of the State Revenue Sharing distributions for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
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. This notice will also be posted on the City of Reedsport website at: www.cityofreedsport.org. 4/29/2025, World, 412003
NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE
On MAY 27TH, 2025, at the hour of 10:00am at the front door of the Coos County Sheriff’s Office, 250 N. Baxter St; Coquille, the defendant’s interest will be sold, subject to redemption, in the real property commonly known as: 2141 N. Lake Rd, Lakeside, OR 97449. The court case number is 24CV51822, where ONITY LOAN ACQUISITION TRUST 2024-HB2 is plaintiff, and THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF SHIRLEY A. JANSSEN; THOMAS DALE; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; WESTERN MERCANTILE AGENCY; ALL OTHER PERSONS OR PARTIES UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, LIEN, OR INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY; and ALL OTHER OCCUPANTS OF THE PROPERTY is defendant. The sale is a public auction to the highest bidder for cash or cashier’s check, in hand, made out to Coos County Sheriff’s Office. For more information on this sale go to: http:// oregonsheriffssales.org/ 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, & 5/13/2025, World, 411395
NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS GIVEN that Janet Lee Golbek has been appointed and has qualified as the Personal Representative of the Estate of Leslie Phillip Golbek, deceased, Coos County Circuit Court Case No. 25PB03180. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present their claims, with proper vouchers, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, as stated below, to the Personal Representative at 880 SE Jackson Street, Roseburg, OR 97470, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings in this Estate may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, the Personal Representative, or the attorney for the Personal Representative. DATED and first published April 29, 2025. Janet Lee Golbek, Personal Representative Charles F. Lee, Attorney for Personal Representative CHARLES F. LEE P.C. 880 SE Jackson Street Roseburg OR 97470 (541) 672-0800 4/29/2025, World, 412000
NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING
A public meeting of the budget committee of the COOS COUNTY AIRPORT DISTRICT, COOS COUNTY, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, will be held in the Board Room at the Southwest Oregon Regional Airport Terminal located at 1100 Airport Ln, North Bend. This meeting will take place on the 14th day of May 2025 at 5:30 pm. This is a public meeting where deliberation of the Budget will take place. The Budget Committee will receive the budget message and recommended budget, and take questions or comments from the public on the document. Any person may appear at the meeting and discuss the purposed programs with the Budget Committee. Public comments can also be made in writing and submitted via email to info@ flyoth.com, fax at 541751-1010, or delivered to the terminal lobby at 1100 Airport Lane, until May 14th, 2025, at 10:00 am, and will be shared during the meeting. An electronic copy of the budget document may be obtained on or after May 7th, 2025, by contacting airport administration at 541-7568531. 4/29 & 5/6/2025, World, 412055
NOTICE:
In the matter of the civil forfeiture of: $3781 US Currency, Ford Mustang 1FA6P8CF6L5146825, $40.00 US Currency, Boat Paddle, Various German WW2 pins, nag of foreign currency, copper wire. Notice to all Potential Claimants:
READ THIS NOTICE CAREFULLY!
The property described above has been seized for civil forfeiture. If you have an interest in the said property, you must claim that interest or you will automatically lose that interest. To claim an interest, you must file a legal paper called a “claim” with the forfeiture counsel named below. The “claim” must be signed by the claimant under penalty of perjury and must include: (a) The true name of the claimant; (b) The address at which the claimant will accept future mailings from the court or forfeiture counsel; and (c) A statement that the claimant has an interest in the seized property. The “claim” must be filed with forfeiture counsel within 21 days after the last publication date of this notice. This notice will be published on four successive weeks, beginning APRIL 22ND, 2025 and ending MAY 22ND, 2025. If you have any questions, you should see an attorney immediately. Where to file a claim: Mail to: Coos County Forfeiture Counsel, 250 N Baxter St, Coquille OR 97423, (541) 396-7550 or hand deliver to the Coos County District Attorney’s Office.
Summary statement of basis for civil forfeiture: On or about the dates of 11/20/2024, 01/26/2024, 01/05/2024, 01/16/2024, 04/16/2023, 03/18/2021, 06/08/2022 and 01/27/2015, the properties described above were seized for civil/criminal forfeiture by agents of the South Coast Interagency Narcotics Team (SCINT). The property is subject to forfeiture pursuant to the laws of the State of Oregon (ORS Chapter 131A), because it is drugs, equipment, and money that are the proceeds of, or that were used to facilitate, a violation of the criminal controlled substance laws of the State of Oregon, specifically the manufacture, possession, and distribution of a controlled substance. Forfeiture means that ownership of the property will be transferred to the government and any person with an interest in the property will be deprived of that interest without compensation. 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, & 5/13/2025, World, 411694
SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION Case No.: 24CV59916 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR CASCADE FUNDING MORTGAGE TRUST AB2, Plaintiff, vs. THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF MARY ELLEN HINDS AKA MARY E. HINDS AKA MARY HINDS; THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF JOHN L. HINDS AKA JOHN HINDS; STEVEN A. HINDS AKA STEVEN HINDS; MICHAEL J. HINDS AKA MICHAEL HINDS; KATHY HEISLER; TERRY TAVERNIER; JOHN M. HINDS; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; OCCUPANTS OF THE PROPERTY, Defendants. To: THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF MARY ELLEN HINDS AKA MARY E. HINDS AKA MARY HINDS; THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF JOHN L. HINDS AKA JOHN HINDS; MICHAEL J. HINDS AKA MICHAEL HINDS; JOHN M. HINDS; OCCUPANTS OF THE PROPERTY. You are hereby required to appear and defend the Complaint filed against you in the above entitled cause within thirty (30) days from the date of service of this summons upon you, and in case of your failure to do so, for want thereof, Plaintiff will apply to the court for the relief demanded in the Complaint. NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: READ THESE PAPERS CAREFULLY! You must “appear” in this case or the other side will win automatically. To “appear” you must file with the court a legal paper called a “motion” or “answer.” The “motion” or “answer” (or “reply”) must be given to the court clerk or administrator within 30 days of the date of first publication specified herein along with the required filing fee. It must be in proper form and have proof of service on the plaintiff’s attorney or, if the plaintiff does not have an attorney, proof of service on the plaintiff. If you have questions, you should see an attorney immediately. If you need help in finding an attorney, you may call the Oregon State Bar’s Lawyer Referral Service at (503) 684-3763 or toll-free in Oregon at (800) 452-7636. If you are a veteran of the armed forces, assistance may be available from a county veterans’ service officer or community action agency. Contact information for a local county veterans’ service officer and community action agency may be obtained by calling the 2-1-1 information service. Additionally, contact information for a service officer appointed under ORS 408.410 for the county in which you live and contact information for a community action agency that serves your area can be found by visiting the following link: https://www. oregon.gov/odva/services/ pages/county-services. aspx and selecting your county. You can also access a list of Veterans Services for all Oregon counties by visiting the following link: https://www. oregon.gov/odva/Services/ Pages/All-ServicesStatewide.aspx. The relief sought in the Complaint is the foreclosure of the property located at 1924 GARFIELD ST, NORTH BEND, OR 97459. Date of First Publication: 4/22/2025 McCarthy & Holthus, LLP s/ Michael Scott _ John Thomas OSB No. 024691 _ Grace Chu OSB No. 220848 X Michael Scott OSB No. 973947 920 SW 3rd Ave, 1st Floor Portland, OR 97204 Phone: (971) 201-3200 mscott@ mccarthyholthus.com Of Attorneys for Plaintiff IDSPub #0247722 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, & 5/13/2025, World, 411454
SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION Case No.: 25CV13084 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., Plaintiff, vs. UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF JAMES R BROWN AKA JAMES RAY BROWN AKA JAMES BROWN; SHAWN M BROWN; MISTY RAMEY; OCCUPANTS OF THE PROPERTY, Defendants. To: Unknown Heirs and Devisees of James R Brown aka James Ray Brown aka James Brown You are hereby required to appear and defend the Complaint filed against you in the above entitled cause within thirty (30) days from the date of service of this summons upon you, and in case of your failure to do so, for want thereof, Plaintiff will apply to the court for the relief demanded in the Complaint. NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: READ THESE PAPERS CAREFULLY! You must “appear” in this case or the other side will win automatically. To “appear” you must file with the court a legal paper called a “motion” or “answer.” The “motion” or “answer” (or “reply”) must be given to the court clerk or administrator within 30 days of the date of first publication specified herein along with the required filing fee. It must be in proper form and have proof of service on the plaintiff’s attorney or, if the plaintiff does not have an attorney, proof of service on the plaintiff. If you have questions, you should see an attorney immediately. If you need help in finding an attorney, you may call the Oregon State Bar’s Lawyer Referral Service at (503) 684-3763 or toll-free in Oregon at (800) 452-7636. If you are a veteran of the armed forces, assistance may be available from a county veterans’ service officer or community action agency. Contact information for a local county veterans’ service officer and community action agency may be obtained by calling the 2-1-1 information service. Additionally, contact information for a service officer appointed under ORS 408.410 for the county in which you live and contact information for a community action agency that serves your area can be found by visiting the following link: https://www. oregon.gov/odva/services/ pages/county-services.aspx and selecting your county. You can also access a list of Veterans Services for all Oregon counties by visiting the following link: https:// www.oregon.gov/odva/Services/Pages/All-ServicesStatewide.aspx. The relief sought in the Complaint is the foreclosure of the property located at 87831 Astor Lane, Bandon, OR 97411. Date of First Publication: McCarthy & Holthus, LLP _ John Thomas OSB No. 024691 _ Grace Chu OSB No. 220848 _ Michael Scott OSB No. 973947 920 SW 3rd Ave, 1st Floor Portland, OR 97204 Phone: (971) 201-3200 gchu@mccarthyholthus.com Of Attorneys for Plaintiff IDSPub #0247612 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, & 5/6/2025, World, 411018
Notice of Winchester Bay Sanitary District Budget Committee Meeting
A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Winchester Bay Sanitary District, Douglas County, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026, will be held at 936 Salmon Harbor Drive, Winchester Bay, OR 97467. The meeting will take place on Thursday May 8, 2025 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 May 5, 2025 at the District office 936 Salmon Harbor Drive, Winchester Bay, OR between the hours of 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM. This notice of budget committee meeting may also
Monday 4/14
North Bend
• 7:09 am – Driving Complaint, Sherman & Newmark
• 7:40 am – Check Welfare, 2439 Sherman Ave
• 10:17 am – Disorderly Conduct, Pony Creek & Vermont
Three North Bend officers honored at annual police department meeting
The North Bend Police Department honored three of its own Thursday during its annual meeting, recognizing officers for outstanding service and dedication to public safety.
Officer Jaehnig was named 2023 Officer of the Year, while Officer Solesbee received the 2024 Officer of the Year award.
Officer Lathrom was recognized as the 2024 Traffic Officer of
the Year. “Our annual meeting is a time to reflect on our accomplishments and set our goals for the coming year,” said North Bend Police Chief Cal
Mitts. “These officers exemplify the highest standards of professionalism and service. We’re proud of their contributions to the department and to the safety of our community.”
The meeting, held April 17, also highlighted the department’s progress over the past year and outlined its objectives for 2025.
Community Calendar of Events
Dance and Fitness Class
Every Monday (All year long, except holidays)
9:00am – 10:30am
North Bend Senior Center
1470 Airport Lane
Fun paced world music exercise class for women and men. New dancers are welcome. Free!
Free Community Yoga Classes
Every Monday
5:30pm – 6:30pm Coos Bay Library 525 Anderson Ave.
Beginner friendly yoga class led by Mona Dunham. No experience is necessary. Increase your exibility and strength, get centered, and enjoy a workout in a supportive environment. Wear comfortable workout clothes and bring a yoga mat if you have one. This Free event is open to everyone age 12 and up.
Preschool Storytime
Every Tuesday
10:30am North Bend Library
1800 Sherman Ave
Enjoy stories, activates, and a craft for children ages 2 – 5.
Bay Area Farmers and Artisans Market
Every Wednesday until April 30
10:00am – 2:00pm Black Market Gourmet Building 495 Central Ave., Coos Bay
Our vendors feature produce, meat, eggs, baked goods, candy, coffee, jewelry and custom crafted gift items, unique clothing and Plate Food Truck.
Yoga in the Museum
Every Wednesday
9:30am – 10:30am
Coos Art Museum 235 Anderson Ave
$5.
County Line Dancing
Every Thursday
5:00pm – 6:30pm
Upstairs at the Eagles
Lodge 568 S 2nd St., Coos Bay
$5 per person. Teaching step-by-step for beginners & advanced dancers too!
Baby Play
Every Thursday 10:30am
North Bend Library 1800 Sherman Ave
Enjoy stories, music and play designed to encourage the early literacy skills of children under 2.
Toddler Music and Movement
Every Friday 10:30am North Bend Library 1800 Sherman Ave
Enjoy music, moving and grooving for children ages 2-3.
Friends of Coos County Animals (FOCCAS)
Every Saturday 12:00pm – 3:00pm Pony Village Mall 1611 Virginia Ave., North Bend
All of our adoptable cats and dogs live in foster homes. For more information, visit: https:// friendsofcooscounty animals.org
Gospel Jubilee Concert and Open Mic
1st Sunday each month
Shoreline Community Church 1251 Clark St. North Bend
Each Jubilee begins with a one hour concert followed by one hour of Open Mic. Everyone is invited to come &/or bring a song to share. There is a signup sheet upon arrival. There is no charge to attend. Complimentary refreshments will be available. Free will offering. Directions: from Hwy 101, take Newmark, turn right on Brussels, left on Lewis, then left to church. More information, call Tom 541-521-9596 (or) www. shorelinecc.us
CHM First Tuesday Talk 1st Tuesday each month
6:00pm – 7:00pm
Coos History Museum 1210 N Front St.
“What Happened to Oregon’s Sea Otters?” with Bob Bailey, Board President of the Elakha Alliance. Admission price of $7 for non-member adults, $3 for youth, $5 for zoom regardless of membership, or FREE for CHM members in person. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Pre-registration is encouraged. Reservations can be made online at https://cooshistory.org/ event-registration/, by phone at 541-756-6320 or register in person at the museum’s front desk. Walk-ins are welcome!
Brownies and Board Games
1st Tuesday each month 4:00pm
North Bend Library
1800 Sherman Ave.
The North Bend Public Library is hosting a monthly get together for teens. Teens, ages 13 – 18, are invited to play their favorite games and snack on brownies. All games and refreshments will be provided, but teens are welcome to bring their favorite games to share.
Coos Sand ‘n Sea Quilters
1st Thursday each month until June 2025
6:00pm
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church
1290 Thompson Rd., Coos Bay
New members are welcome to attend. Dues are $20.00 a year. A program is presented each month on quilt related topics. https:// coosbayquiltguild.com
Furry Friends Therapy Dogs, Inc Meeting
4th Thursday each month
(Except 3rd Thursday in November & December)
Cedar Room Coos Bay Library
Are you interested in sharing your dog and making people smile? Meetings are open to any interested community members. 541-267-7427
Pacific Home Health and Hospice: Grief and Loss support group
1st Friday each month 12:00pm – 2:00pm Kaffe 101 171 S Broadway, Coos Bay All are welcome. For questions, call 541-2667005.
Women’s Empowerment Book Club
1st Saturday each month 11:00am – 12:00pm Coos Bay Library 525 Anderson Ave. Join our women’s empowerment book club where we read and discuss books that celebrate the achievements and resilience of women from all walks of life.
Building Programs using Lego Building Blocks: Build it Saturdays
1st Saturday each month 12:00pm – 1:30pm Coos Bay Library 525 Anderson Ave.
Ages 0 - 14. Children under the age of 11 must be accompanied by an adult. No preregistration required.
For additional information about programs being offered by the Coos Bay Public Library please contact the library by calling (541) 269-1101 x 3606 or visit the Library’s website at www.coosbaylibrary.org
Sketchbook Club
1st Saturday each month 11:00am – 12:00pm CAM Studio 187 Central Ave, Coos Bay Free.
Media Literacy Workshop
1st Saturday in April, May and June 1:00pm
North Bend Library
1800 Sherman Ave
During each session, facilitator Dr. Liam Gleason will lead a conversation focusing on the tools to navigate
today’s complex media landscape and to act against misinformation and disinformation.
The workshop is free to attend, and lunch will be provided. Registration is required as space is limited. Please register at https://tinyurl. com/3etdsawb.
Building Programs using Lego Building Blocks: Build it Challenge
2nd Thursday each month 3:00pm – 4:00pm Coos Bay Library 525 Anderson Ave.
Ages 0 - 14. Children under the age of 11 must be accompanied by an adult. No preregistration required.
Use library’s brick collection to build. For additional information about programs being offered by the Coos Bay Public Library please contact the library by calling (541) 269-1101 x 3606 or visit the Library’s website at www. coosbaylibrary.org
The Coos Bay and North Bend Parkinson’s Support Group
2nd Thursday each month 1:00pm – 2:30pm Coos Bay Public Library (Myrtlewood Room) 525 Anderson Avenue
The support group is sponsored by Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon (PRO). Local contact information: Aaron541.808.1336. Learn more about PRO’s services at www. parkinsonsresources.org
Oregon Bay Area
Beautification
2nd Saturday each month 9:45am
Locations vary; visit www.4obab.org/ for details
Whether you’re someone who enjoys light duties or someone who’s ready to dive into more demanding tasks, we have a project for you.
The American Council of the Blind of Oregon, Southwest Chapter
Every 2nd Saturday 11:30am for lunch 12:00pm for meeting
The Venture Inn
Restaurant 2265 Inland Point Dr., North Bend
For more information, call 541-707-2226
Free Admission to the Museum
Every 2nd Sunday 11:00am – 5:00pm Coos Art Museum 235 Anderson Ave
ASL Practice Place
3rd Thursday each month
12:00pm
Zoom: bit.ly/3m6j2WG
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
This program is free and open to anyone who wishes to sharpen their ASL conversational skills. Register for this event @ https://bit.ly/3m6j2WG
Unlimited Book Club
3rd Thursday each month Next meeting: April 17 6:00pm Zoom
This meeting will be an opportunity for members to meet and discuss our current title, selected by book club members. Suggestions for future readings will come from members of Unlimited. Those interested are invited to attend the meeting, there is no obligation to stay. To receive Zoom link for meeting, register for free @ https://bit.ly/3R6E57M
Arts and Crafts: Craft Takeout
Every 3rd Saturday 12:00pm – 6:00pm Coos Bay Public Library 525 Anderson Ave. Pick up a free monthly Craft Takeout kit each month. Limit one Craft
Takeout kit per person. Kits are available for pickup in the library while supplies last. A limited number of kits are available and are first come, first serve.
Spanglish: Spanish Conversational Program
Every 3rd Saturday 10:30am – 11:30am
Coos Bay Library
525 Anderson Ave.
Program is for those who wish to practice their Spanish conversational skills and help other learners in a friendly setting. Attendees will have the opportunity to converse in Spanish as a group for one hour in a casual, informal environment. This is NOT a class, but we will provide ideas for conversational topics. Beginners are welcome. Let’s talk! This program is FREE and open to anyone who wishes to sharpen their Spanish conversational skills.
Community Cooking with the Co-Op
Every 4th Thursday 5:30pm
Zoom: bit.ly/3powyqG
This event is FREE and open to everyone. For ingredients and access, please register by going to https://bit.ly/3powyqG.
CAM Studio Presents: Life Drawing Group
Every 4th Sunday 2:00pm – 4:00pm 187 Central Ave, Coos Bay $120 for 6 sessions. 21 and up. Register online at coosart.org
Bubsfest Parade • Celebration • Carnival April 29
3:00pm – 7:00pm
Reedsport Community Center
451 Winchester Ave., Reedsport, OR
On World Wish Day (April 29th), the Reedsport community is coming together to
Police Blotter
Bay Area
6:53 pm – Burglary, 955 Garfield Ave
• 7:44 pm – Attempt to Locate Drunk Driver, N 10th St & Central Ave
8:34 pm – Juvenile Problem, 250 E Johnson Ave
8:34 pm – Warrant Service, 1360 Airport Way
• 8:41 pm – Criminal Trespass, 200 Ackerman Ave
9:30 pm – Suspicious Conditions, 295 Holland Ave
• 9:38 pm – Criminal Trespass, 265 Ackerman St
9:41 pm – Attempt to Locate Drunk Driver, S Broadway Coquille
4:08 pm – Suspicious Conditions, 366 N Central Blvd Myrtle Vet Cli
• 6:11 pm – Dispute, 47 S Cedar St Rivers Edge RV Park
• 3:42 am – Traffic stop, Fir Ave & N 6th St, Reedsport
4:40 am – Suspicious activity, Port Dock Rd near Levy, Reedsport
celebrate Brian, lovingly known as Bubs, by making his heartfelt wish come true. He dreams of a hometown parade and carnival, and you can help Make-A-Wish Oregon create a day beyond his imagination.
5:00pm – 6:00pm City of Coos Bay Library 525 Anderson Avenue
The Coos Bay Public Library will be hosting Master Gardener Tina Powers for a presentation on growing vegetables on the Oregon coast. She will provide tips on what grows well, what doesn’t, and how to maximize your garden space. Join us to learn how to get the most out of your garden! This is a FREE class for adults and teens.
Diving into the Deep May 1
6:00pm – 8:00pm North Bend Public Library
Take a plunge into the unknown! You are invited on an unforgettable deep-sea adventure. Join Professor Amy Burgess, a marine biology expert from SWOCC, as she unravels the secrets of Earth’s most mysterious ecosystem, the deep sea. Following her talk, participants will be immersed in the deep sea in Into the Deep, a breathtaking film experience inside SWOCC’s portable planetarium. For more information, contact nbservices@ northbendlibrary.org
The Egyptian Theatre Teen Idol
May 1 & 15 • 5:30pm
The Egyptian Theatre Doors open at 5:00pm. Admission $8.
Bandon Bike Rodeo May 2
• 11:16 am – MVA (Noninjury), Highlands Baptist Church, Reedsport
• 4:47 pm – Hit and run, Lower Umpqua Hospital, Reedsport
• 3:21 am – Suspicious activity, NRA Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area Visitor, Reedsport 11:55 am – Civil dispute, Winchester Ave & Highway Ave, Reedsport
Myrtle Point
9:05 am – Suspicious conditions, 413 C St, Harris
8:42 pm – Casual contact, 603 4th St, Angove
Wednesday 4/16
North Bend
• 9:15 pm – Patrol check, 3427 Ash St 3:53 am – Located wanted subject, 3201 Tremont Ave, The Mill Casino
• 6:47 am – Suspicious subject, 1800 Blk 12th St
• 7:36 am – Theft, 3215 Ash St
11:30am to 12:00pm Help Shawne unload his 30 bikes.
12:00pm to 1:00pm Event Prep/set-up
1:00pm to 3:00pm Time with students
1:00pm to 1:15pm
Event kickoff- Gym. FOBPR/Courtney/ Bandon PD
1:15pm to 1:30pm Helmet Fitting
1:30pm to 2:15pm First Rotation
2:15pm to 3:00pm Second Rotation
3:00pm to 3:30pm Clean-up/Depart
For more information, contact Wade Troxell: wadetroxell86@gmail. com or Steve Friedland: 541-813-0013
Spring Trivia Night
Saturday, May 3
6:30pm
Coquille Community Building
Held by The Friends of the Coquille Library Foundation Inc. The doors will open at 6. The event is for teams of up to eight players. The cost is $10 per team member, though active members of the Friends of the Coquille Library Foundation pay $8 per person.
The theme for the trivia night is May Day. Teams are encouraged to bring their own snacks and come up with creative names. Raffle tickets will be available for purchase for a variety of prizes. All proceeds raised through the event will go to support the Coquille Public Library. People interested in signing up to be members of the Friends can get registration forms at the Coquille Public Library.
HA Tioga Chapter Youth Event
Saturday, May 3
9:00am – 3:00pm
Myrtle Point Gun Club
A hamburger and hot dog lunch is provided. Adults can eat for $3.00 OHA’s youth days offer kids a chance to sharpen their outdoor skills and
• 8:08 am – Traffic hazard, North Bend Bridge
• 10:01 am – Hit and run, 1942 Sherman Ave 10:34 am – Criminal trespass, 3491 Broadway Ave, behind El Gu
• 11:38 am – Accident (non-injury), Newmark & Broadway
• 12:09 pm – Suspicious vehicle, 1611 Virginia Ave, Pony Village Mall
1:28 pm – Theft, 1180 Montana St 1:35 pm – Accident (non-injury), 1611 Virginia Ave, Pony Village Mall 1:38 pm – Juvenile problem, 1380 Sherman Ave, Simpson Park
9:36 pm – Suspicious conditions, Grant St & Colorado
11:59 pm – Suspicious subject, 11th & Everett Coos Bay
learn new ones. This event will feature 8 outdoor education stations which include shotgun, archery, black powder, gold panning, forestry, trailer of shame, survival, and the BB gun station from the National Wild Turkey Federation. Prizes are awarded at the end of the day including firearms (with parental permission) and there is a raffle for a firearm and a silent auction.
For more information call Marcey Fullerton at 541-294-7912 or email to tiogaohaed@gmail.com
Jubilee Concert & Gospel Open Mic
Sunday, May 4th
3:00pm
Shoreline Community Church 1251 Clark St. North Bend
The first half is a ‘Live’ concert by THE JUBILEE BAND [Tom & Debbie Trammel, Steve Blum & Butch Crawford] and the second half is an OPEN MIC where singers will find a Sign-up sheet upon arrival.
The JUBILEE BAND members each have a rich & unique history of how music became incorporated into their lives as well as their own individual testimony of salvation.
There is no charge to attend. Complimentary refreshments will be available as well as a Free Will Offering.
For more information, contact 541-521-9596.
First Tuesday Talk
May 6 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Coos History Museum 1210 N Front St, Coos Bay
The Coos History Museum will host the May First Tuesday Talk program, “92 Years of Life as a Japanese American”, with Mitzi Loftus, author of From Thorns to Blossoms. This program will be hosted in-person at the Coos History Museum, as well as on zoom, with an admission price of $7 for non-member adults, $3 for youth, $5 for zoom
• 12:20 am – Suspicious subject, 1201 Ocean Blvd (Coos Bay Marine) 12:58 am – Threats, 2890 Ocean Blvd (Lifecare Center)
• 1:30 am – Threats, 525 Anderson Ave (Coos Bay Publ)
• 5:44 am – Unknown problem, 600 N Bayshore Dr 6:11 am – Violation of city code, 525 Anderson Ave (Coos Bay Publ)
• 6:30 am – Illegal camping, 262 Central Ave (Jennies Shoes)
6:35 am – Patrol check, S Bayshore Dr & E Anderson Ave
• 7:08 am – Alarm, 558 16th Ave
7:16 am – Patrol check, 972 W Ingersoll Ave (Marshfield)
7:19 am – Suspicious conditions, N 10th & Date
• 7:59 am – Disorderly conduct, 600 Blk S 11th St
9:40 am – Check, welfare, S Empire Blvd & Wisconsin
• 10:03 am – Attempt to locate, Vega Property 10:11 am – Theft, 2275 Woodland Dr
• 10:21 am – Minor in possession of marijuana, 755 S 7th St (Marshfield Jr High)
• 10:25 am – Check, welfare, 377 6th Ave 10:32 am – Check, welfare, 515 S 12th St
• 10:57 am – Suspicious subject, 755 S 7th St
regardless of membership, or FREE for CHM members in person.
Doors open at 5:30 pm with time to explore the museum. Preregistration is encouraged. Reservations can be made online at cooshistory.org/ event-registration/, by phone at 541-756-6320 or register in person at the museum’s front desk. Walk-ins are welcome for all Tuesday Talk programs!
Free Zumba Classes
May 7 & 21 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Coos Bay Public Library
Zumba is back at the library! Zumba is a dance based cardio workout that combines Latin and World Music with cardio exercise moves. No experience is necessary as these classes are open to beginners and those with experience. Try out a new workout, get your groove on, and maybe find something you love! Wear comfortable workout clothes and shoes. This FREE event is open to everyone age 12 and up.
Upcoming Wine Tastings
May 9 • 4:00pm – 7:00pm Whitetail Ridge Vineyard
Our tasting room is open Thursday – Saturday 2:00pm – 5:00pm. Come enjoy a taste or glass of wine and take home a bottle.
Moments in Time
Presented by The Dolphin Players
May 9 & 10 • 7:00pm May 11 • 2:00pm
Dolphin Playhouse
580 Newmark, Coos Bay
In four brief acts, life unfolds; moments reflecting time’s humor and depth.
Adults - $12
Seniors/Students - $10
Children under 12 - $8 ($2 off admission May 11th for everyone bringing their mother!)
• 4:37 pm – Disorderly conduct, S 1st St & E Hall Ave
4:50 pm – Accident, non-injury, 810 Central Ave
• 5:00 pm – Civil problem, 1005 Oakway Dr
5:13 pm – Unlawful vehicle, N Front St & Date Ave
• 5:22 pm – Driving while suspended, Newmark & Morrison
• 5:23 pm – Criminal trespass, 1615
COASST (Coastal Observation And Seabird Survey Team)
Saturday, May 10 10:00am – 4:00pm Bandon Barn Community Center
Join the Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey Team (COASST) and help make a difference for the environment!
COASST participants collect data on beachcast carcasses of marine birds on a monthly basis to establish the baseline pattern of bird mortality on North Pacific beaches. Data collected helps address important marine conservation issues and protect marine resources. No prior scientific experience is needed. Beach surveys are best (and most fun) when conducted in groups of 2 or more— so it is recommended (but not required) to come with a survey partner in mind or in tow! The training is free, but we do ask for a $31 refundable survey kit deposit to take the materials home RSVP to coasst@uw.edu. Just say you are coming to the Bandon training!
Mother’s Day Concert
Sunday, May 11 10:30am
Cornerstone Nazarene Church 886 S. 4th St.
Featuring, The Trammels, Tom & Debbie. The service will be especially directed to honor mothers, who gave us life, love & encouragement. There is no charge to attend. CDs will be available (a great Mother’s Day gift). Free will offering will be taken. There will be a Mother’s Day brunch served following service. Cornerstone is a traditional church in a non-traditional world. Members & Non-members alike are encouraged to come. For more information, call 503-739-1000 or 541991-2124
Minnesota Ave
5:52 pm – Accident, Marple & Newmark Ave
6:09 pm – Disorderly conduct, Mingus Park
• 7:01 pm – Warrant service, 1360 Airport Ln (Oregon State P) Coquille 3:11 am – Suspicious Conditions, 240 W Hwy 42 Hwy Deli Mart
• 9:19 am – Drinking Unlicensed Premises, 240 W Hwy 42 Hwy Deli Mart
• 1:44 pm – Driving Complaint, Hwy 42 & W Central
2:04 pm – Disabled Vehicle, 10th & N Central
• 3:28 pm – Theft, 99 E 1st St The Purple Branch St
4:58 pm – Dispute, 2nd & Dean
8:14 pm – Juvenile Problem, 155 E 1st St
• 9:30 pm – Criminal Trespass, 940 E 5th St Coquille Valley Hosp
• 10:58 pm – Intoxicated Subject, 940 E 5th St Coquille Valley Hosp
Myrtle Point
• 9:43 am – Check Welfare, 647 4th St Apt B
• 4:56 pm – Juvenile Problem, Harris & C St Rotary Park
6:15 pm – Driving Complaint, Bender St & Maple St
• 11:25 pm – Accident, Hit & Run, 643 S 4th St
By Mary Schamehorn As I See It
earliest schools from the January 1924 Western World.
“The schools of a city are its chief claim to distinction from any worthwhile point of view, and on that basis Bandon will take a high place among cities of its size on the Pacific coast.
“The central school building (first picture) erected in 1910 at a cost of $30,000, is a much larger, finer structure than its cost would indicate. Lumber could be bought at that time for ten dollars a thousand feet. Sized material a little higher. Labor was very low. Their work covers the first eight grades, though it has been necessary to find room for a few classes in other parts of the city.
“The eastside school building (second photo), now under lease to the union high school district, of which Bandon is a part, was built in 1914 and is used exclusively for high school purposes. It is large, well constructed and is in every way suitable as a grade school building, for which purpose it will be used as soon as the union district provides a building of its own.
“There are now eight high school teachers, besides the superintendent in the east side building. The high school student number about 165. The total school population of the Bandon district is 739. The teachers employed are 24 in number.
Also in the same newspaper was a story about the Bandon Post Number 26, American Legion, considered one of the most aggressive organizations in Southern Coos and Northern Curry counties. It has property holdings totaling about $7500 which is comprised chiefly of its fine club house (third photo) which is located on one of the most choice lots in Bandon, overlooking the river and the ocean.
“The post was organized in 1919, and for two years there was no place the organization could call
home. It met at different halls in the city and after having accumulated considerable equipment, paraphernalia, records, etc., the hall which they were using burned, together with all the property of the Legion. They then incorporated themselves and purchased the property now owned by them from the Bandon School District and built their present fine quarters, thus changing an eye sore into a beautiful building.”
The building which the Legion purchased was the original school, built in the late 1800s. The first and third buildings burned in the Bandon Fire of 1936, while the east side school survived and served the community until the “new’ high school opened in 1950. The “new” school was destroyed by an arsonist in 1974, and was replaced by the present high school.
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The first post I saw about the horrific accident that took two lives on Highway 42 east of Myrtle Point Friday night was a post shortly after 10 p.m. that there had been a head-on crash involving a school bus. Your mind races, was it a Bandon bus, Myrtle Point or maybe Powers?
Someone I knew?
The next morning Facebook was filled with stories about the impaired driver who had crossed the center line and hit the Chevrolet Express bus, carrying members of the Umpqua Community College softball team and their coaches, who was returning to Roseburg after playing a game in Coos Bay. A freshman from Idaho, Kiley Nevaeh Jones, 19, died at the scene. The driver of the bus and the team’s coach, Jami Lea Strinz, 46, Roseburg, died a short time later in an area hospital.
Other members of the team were transported to area hospitals, including one who was taken to OHSU in Portland, another to Riverbend in Springfield and others to Bay Area Hospital and Coquille Valley Hospital. Several
remained hospitalized Sunday.
The operator of the Chevrolet Silverado, which hit them head on, was Jonathan James Dowdy, 32, of Coos Bay. The police report said impaired driving was considered a primary cause of the crash.
A report showed that Dowdy had been arrested for DUI in January, with a blood alcohol content of 0.12%, but he was not scheduled to appear in court until early May to face that charge, given high caseloads on public defense lawyers.
This it not the first tragedy to strike UCC. Ten years ago, in October of 2015, a 26-year-old male gunman killed nine people and injured eight on the Roseburg campus before turning the gun on himself.
As pointed out in a poignant column by John Canzano Sunday, the softball program at Umpqua was playing its first-ever season.
He closed by saying: “The softball team from Umpqua Community College was doing everything right in its first season. It was doing all the little things we ask college kids to do--work hard, keep showing up, smile through adversity and keep faith. Amid that, it provided a cruel but valuable reminder on that dark road late on Friday night. It’s how we live, not how we die, that matters.”
* * * A celebration of life for Jeff Stolz, 40, Vancouver, Wash., will be hosted by his sister Kelsey Starley on Friday, May 30, from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 36377 Bartdoldus Loop in Astoria. Jeff, who was the son of BHS graduates Wayne Stolz and Kim Clausen Stolz, died Feb. 27. His grandparents were the late BHS principal Bob Stolz and his wife, Barbara, who survives.
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* * I have heard from several people lately that Bandon’s teachers are the lowest paid in Coos and Curry counties, but I had no concrete information to back that up ... so I refused to print it based on hearsay.
I have now received the salary information, which shows that starting salaries range from a high of $48,818 in Coos Bay to a low of $42,620 in Bandon. Both Reedsport and Port Orford-Langlois, with similar size and demographics, offer higher starting salaries ($45,480 for Reedsport and $45,113)
for PO/Langlois).
The narrative for top salary information showed that Bandon was second from the bottom at a top salary of $71,551, with Coos Bay offering the top salary at $82,339. However, the graph that was provided showed that Bandon ranked tenth out of 10 districts.
The BEA and the School District are currently in negotiations, with the BEA seeking a 15 percent salary increase for the first of a three-year contract, with COLAs the second and third years.
* * * The League of Women Voters school board candidate forum, originally scheduled for May 8, has been cancelled because an insufficient number of candidates agreed to participate. The League is pursuing videotaped individual interviews with the candidates and will post them on their YouTube page once available, according to Abigail Bok, LWV representative.
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After many years in the making the Port of Bandon has completed the first phase of the parking and public space project at the Bandon Fisheries Warehouse along the Coquille River on First Street. The finished project provides smooth and safe ADA access to and from the former fish processing plant, along with adjacent features such as local art, native plantings, wind breaks and seating for the public to relax and enjoy the waterfront.
“The project is a major improvement from what it was before,” said Port President Reg Pullen, “and brings more renewal to our developing waterfront, not only by providing orderly circulation for cars and pedestrians but also by being multi-purpose, creating space for people to relax and enjoy the surroundings.”
Port Director Jeff Griffin noted that “the finishing touches of the seating berm
with native plants, the positioning of Washed Ashore’s Finnian sculpture, and the sturdy planks to support picnic tables, local art, and historic nautical equipment are all close to being finalized in the adjacent space.”
* * * The construction timeline for improvements at Face Rock State Scenic Viewpoint indicates they were to begin mobilizing the site April 24, with construction to span roughly a month, with the reopening date of May 24.
The state’s plan is to keep the beach access stairs onsite open for local foot traffic; however restroom and parking facilities will be unavailable while work is completed,” said Nick Schoeppner, manager of Bullards Beach State Park.
The project will enhance visitor experience at Face Rock by repairing and overlaying the existing parking area, adding additional parking, replacing the existing end of service life restrooms with an entirely new facility, adding electrical service to the site and enhancing accessibility by bringing curb cutouts, the
restroom, parking spaces and picnic facilities up to current ADA standards.
* * * Saturday, May 3, is the Puffin Welcome Celebration. At 10 a.m. at Coquille Point overlook, SEA will provide scopes and interpretation regarding the seabirds and other animals preparing for the nesting season. At 1 p.m. at the Bandon Library’s Sprague Room, SEA has invited Katherine Luscher with Bird Alliance of Oregon to give a seminar on puffins.
* * * The Meet and Greet for last week, Tuesday, April 22, was all about Earth Day, with a presentation from a Master Gardener at noon, plants for sale, vendors and live music at Bandon Fisheries Warehouse.
April 29 will feature the popular new business, Bandon food Tours, hosted by Charis McGaughy and Laureen Robertson. McGaughy is retired from the Coos Bay School District where she served as superintendent.
Bandon School Superintendent Shauna Schmerer will present the May 6 program.
PHOTO COURTESY OF MARY SCHAMEHORN
Michael Ray Crow
July 4, 1948 – April 14, 2025
Michael Ray Crow, age 76, of North Bend, passed away on April 14, 2025, after a long, remarkably courageous battle against ALS. He was born in 1948 in Eugene, Oregon to Richard E and Charlene A Deadmond Crow. His Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, April 30th at 2:00 p.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 2250 16th Street in North Bend.
Michael spent his childhood in Anchorage, Alaska where he helped his family build their home. This impacted his career choice later in life. In high school Mike was an academic scholar. As an AllState football player and All State wrestler, he led his teams to several state titles. In his senior year, Senator Ted Stevens nominated him to West Point. Instead of that career path, Mike had another plan for his life, which was to become an architect. In 1968, at University of Alaska, Mike met Dawn Dufour. They were married in 1972 and moved to Oregon for Mike to pursue studies at the University of Oregon. After he graduated with a master’s in architecture in 1976, he designed their dream home. Together, he and Dawn built their home on the Oregon Coast where they would raise their two children, Briana and Ryan.
Mike fulfilled his dream of starting his own architecture business in Coos Bay
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and later expanded throughout Oregon and California. Soon after, he formed a partnership with his lifelong friend from Anchorage, Steve Clay. Together, they purchased the old Hub Department Store, a landmark in Coos Bay. Mike and Steve completely renovated the building, and through a prodigious process they also achieved its status in the National Register of Historic Places. With pride, and a sense of accomplishment, they then located their business, Crow/Clay & Associates, AIA, in the penthouse of the Hub.
Mike enhanced the coastal communities and beyond with many architectural and design projects. He was involved in thousands of projects over his career.
Some of Mike’s favorite and most notable, besides the Hub, include: The Mill Casino, Coos Bay Visitor’s Center, and the Benbow Inn in California.
Mike also directed and designed hundreds of architectural undertakings for the Coquille Indian Tribe, as well as for the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians. Throughout Oregon and Northern California, he worked on multiple port projects and with various school districts. In addition to the Hub, Crow/Clay & Associates did many historical restorations. The Timberline Lodge, The Brewer Building, The
& Tanya Nelson Funeral Directors/Owners•nelsonsbam@msn.com
Chandler Hotel, The Sturdivant Building, and the John Jacob Astor Hotel were among the most significant.
When not designing something, Mike loved riding Harley Davidson motorcycles with Dawn. They traveled to Glacier National Park in Montana, over the Rocky Mountains to St. Louis, Missouri, toured the Grand Canyon, and Utah Parks. Also, Mike and Dawn were committed fans and season ticket holders, attending all home games and traveling outside the state to support Oregon Duck football.
One of life’s greatest joys was spending time with family. Mike shared his love of the outdoors with kids and grandkids, exploring the beach, the bay, fishing holes, and the family cabin in Lakeside. He overflowed with love for his family, so it was natural to use his innate design skills to beautify their lives with creative projects done for them, and with them.
Influencing all his accomplishments was a devout faith that he lived out with integrity and kindness. He faithfully served his Holy Redeemer Catholic Church community as Administrative Council President, Mass Lector, and designing the bell tower.
Mike is survived by his wife of 53 years, Dawn; daughter and son-in-law Briana and Paul Song; grandchildren, Ryann and
March 5, 1943 – April 14, 2025
Carlene Minnie Henson, born March 5, 1943, in Alton, IL, passed away in Coos Bay, OR, on April 14, 2025, at 82, due to age and dementia. Growing up on a farm, she loved the outdoors and riding horses. Carlene left school in the ninth grade to support her mother and siblings, working various jobs before marrying James Ira Henson, whom she met at age 19 at a bible study. They were married for over 60 years until his death in 2023.
Carlene’s answer to all of life’s challenges included an easy smile and resolute faith in God. She had three children who created additional breadth and depth to her life. Carlene was fun-loving and pure of heart, enjoying the journey of raising children and making all the ends meet to keep the home together.
Carlene was a baptized Jehovah’s Witness, dedicated to teachings of the Bible and studied scriptures with great devotion, and loved her congregation within the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses.
Once her youngest child was in middle school, Carlene earned her GED and CNA from Southwestern Oregon Community College. She offered compassionate care in skilled nursing and group homes, then moved into the accounting office to provide financial management for transitional home residents for over 20 years.
Although never rich in worldly possessions, Carlene provided her family with an abundance of loving kindness, patience, laughter, self-sacrifice and forgiveness that cannot be matched. She is survived by her forever grateful children;
Parker Song; sister and brother-in-law, Susan and Bill Yarbrough; sister-in-law, Kathi Crow; brother-in-law, Daniel Dufour and his wife Candace; and many nieces and nephews. Mike was preceded in death by his son, Ryan Crow; parents Richard and Charlene Crow; and brother, Richard Crow Jr. 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.
grandson, Carlos Henson-Rodriguez. She is also survived by two sisters, Linda Guyton and Janice Bielby of Salmon, ID. Carlene will be missed without reprieve by those who loved her.
Stephen D. Vaughn, 72, of Coos Bay died March 29, 2025, in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. www. coosbayareafunerals.com
Betty E. Eck, 90, of Coos Bay died April 15, 2025, in Coos Bay. Cremation rites have been held at Ocean View Memory Gardens with inurnment at Sunset Memorial Park, Coos Bay, under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. www. coosbayareafunerals.com
Henry “Hank” G. Ellis, 84, of Coos Bay died April 17, 2025, in Coos Bay. Cremation rites have been held at Ocean View Memory Gardens Crematory, Coos Bay under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. www. coosbayareafunerals.com
Linda J. Gage, 72, of Bandon formerly of Coos Bay died April 20, 2025, in Bandon. Cremation rites will be held at Ocean View Memory Gardens Crematory, Coos Bay under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. www. coosbayareafunerals.com
Jeffrey Nathan Maliglig 48, of North Bend, formerly of Camas Valley, passed away on April 15, 2025, in North Bend. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541756-0440. https://www. coosbayfh.com/
Carmen Rene Bennett, 59, of Coos Bay, passed away April 8, 2025, in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131. www. coosbayareafunerals.com
David Rex Quick, 81, of Coos Bay, passed away on April 16, 2025, in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-7560440. https://www. coosbayfh.com/
Gerald Wayne Greene Jr., 68, of Allegany, passed away April 20, 2025, in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131. www.coosbayareafunerals. com
Anna Chavez and life partner Bryan Roberson of Kingman, AZ; Charles Henson and wife Jody Henson of Coos Bay, OR, Carla Henson-Guye and husband Darwin Guye of Coos Bay, OR. Her beloved grandchildren include Tyler Henson and wife Firenze Rodriguez of Pleasant Hill, CA; Dana Henson of Portland, OR; Shelena Chavez-Brown and husband Javon Brown of Centralia, WA; and her first
Carlene Minnie Henson
Coos Bay City Council hears presentation on Economic Development Plan
BY NATE SCHWARTZ Editor
At the Coos Bay City Council joint work session on April 22nd, consultants from ECOnorthwest gave a presentation for the Coos Bay Economic Opportunities Analysis (EOA) and Economic Development Strategic Plan (EDSP). The economic analysis and public policy research firm was brought on thanks to a $50,000 grant from the Ford Family Foundation.
“An Economic Opportunities Analysis is something that’s mandated by state statute, and so this work will help inform updates to our comprehensive plan. The EDSP is the way that we’ll implement the work of the analysis,” said Alena Schnarr, the City of Coos Bay’s Economic Revitalization Administrator.
“This has been a really fun project. We started late
summer/early fall [2024] and we developed a project advisory committee with 12 stakeholders in town, including two of our city councilors. Stephanie Kilmer and Sara Stephens, among other regional partners.”
Through their own meetings, focus groups with relevant industry connections, and circulating public surveys the advisory committee has helped inform what the City can do to help bolster businesses and economic development.
ECOnorthwest consultants Scott Goodman and Brittany Bagent were on hand to present their findings, with Beth Goodman chiming in via Zoom.
Economic Opportunity Analysis
The EOA presentation started with an overview of the City’s buildable land
inventory. Starting with all vacant land that is zoned and available for development, the analysis rules out sections that are undevelopable, such as FEMA Regulatory Floodplains and areas with high landslide susceptibility. What is left shows that there is very little land left in the zoning areas ready to develop, around 67 acres worth, mostly in commercial and industrial zones. This analysis does not include residential land inventory.
Demographic analysis shows that populations in the area have generally plateaued. Coos Bay is below the county and state averages in multiple areas: income, population of BIPOC residents, and college graduates. Coos Bay is younger than the rest of Coos County, but still older than the state average.
Rents and vacancy
rates for office and retail spaces are maintaining near pre-pandemic levels, along with the number of small businesses in the area. The six largest employment sectors of the area’s economy according to a 2022 study are government, health care, retail, waste management and remediation services, food and accommodation service, and transportation and warehousing. The average wage in Coos Bay is $49,653 a year, which is higher than the County average at $47,758.
According to that 2022 data, Coos Bay has lost around 400 jobs since 2007, with the biggest losses in the transportation and warehousing sector, but with gains in the healthcare sector. Beth Goodman gave recommendations for increasing jobs, starting with the much-discussed Port of Coos Bay’s expansion project. ECOnorthwest, with data from the Port of Coos Bay, estimates thousands of jobs could come out of the development.
Mayor Benetti shared his concerns for job creation in the area, expressing that commercial development ties hand-in-hand with increasing housing stock.
“Without appropriate housing we can’t fill the jobs. It’s like the chicken and the egg thing here. Without housing for employees it’s a constant
problem,” said Benetti. “I know that I hear people all the time that are looking for employees, can’t find employees, and it’s all over.”
Beth Goodman agreed with the Mayor that housing is a huge part of the area’s economic development issues, and recommended re-zoning or increasing the City’s Urban Growth Boundaries.
“Personally, I’m feeling this strikes home pretty heavily. There’s not a lot of growth. We need people to come in and start new businesses, to reinvigorate the spaces that are available currently. There is vacancy, there’s need for improvement in our downtown and in our commercial spaces. I think this is a call to action to our community that we need to do it ourselves,” said Councilor Carmen Matthews, who expressed frustration that so much of the development relies on the Port’s expansion.
Economic Development Strategic Plan
The EDSP attempts to take that data and turn it into actionable plans for the area’s economic growth, as pointed out by Bagent.
“Rather than just dump you all with a list of dozens of programs or best practices to consider, this will be a really targeted list of prioritized things for staff, council, and partners to implement on over the next
5 years,” said Bagent. This starts with a vision statement as something to inspire and guide action, which as ECOnorthwest wrote it is:
“Coos Bay will be a thriving place where people of all ages want to live, work, invest, and visit. Coos Bay will support a variety of well-paying jobs that leverage its geographic assets, community collaboration, and local culture.”
The goals that ECOnorth put forward for the City to work on over the next 5 years are as follows:
-Strengthen and diversify the local economy
-Align land use and infrastructure with economic priorities
-Develop a skilled and inclusive workforce
-Make Coos Bay a destination to live, work, invest in, and visit
-Foster strategic partnerships and regional collaboration
The trick is developing the policy to support all of these goals holistically. ECOnorthwest and the City will use this guideline to make actionable plans to use in the near future. To help contribute to the data and feedback they will use to make those plans, there is a survey available to those who want to participate at:
www.surveymonkey.com/r/ RVZF3D5
To solve the sudoku puzzle: The numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box.
On May 10th, 2025, the Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey Team (COASST) will deliver a training session in Bandon, OR from 10am to 4pm. COASST participants help make a difference for the environment by collecting data on beach-cast carcasses of marine birds on a monthly basis to establish the baseline pattern of beached bird mortality on North Pacific beaches.
Through an interactive, hands-on workshop, trainees will become acquainted with the custom COASST field guide, Beached Birds, and have a chance to try out their newly acquired identification skills on seabird species common to the North Pacific. The COASST training provides participants with the tools
to monitor for potential changes in the marine environment and promote stewardship of local marine resources.
COASST is a citizen science project of the University of Washington in partnership with state, tribal, and federal agencies, environmental organizations, and community groups.
COASST believes residents of coastal communities are essential scientific partners in monitoring marine ecosystem health. By collaborating with community members, natural resource management agencies and environmental organizations, COASST works to translate longterm monitoring into effective marine conservation solutions. Currently, nearly 800
participants survey beaches in Washington, Oregon, California, and Alaska. The training session will be held at The Barn (1200 11th St SW, Bandon, OR 97411). Participants need no prior experience with scientific data collection, just a commitment to survey a specific beach at least once a month. There will be a short break in the middle of the session for lunch, so please bring your own sack lunch, or money to purchase food in the area. A refundable kit deposit is requested to take home survey materials, and deposit scholarships are available. For more information and to reserve your training spot, call COASST at 206221-6893 or email coasst@ uw.edu. More information on COASST at coasst.org
