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Oregon’s Secretary of State visits the South Coast ahead of May primaries

BY NATE SCHWARTZ

Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read spoke to a room full of engaged voters on March 8, 2026, at the Sprague Community Theatre in Bandon. The event, which brought the Oregon executive branch’s second-in-command to town, was hosted by the Coos and Curry Chapters of the League of Women Voters. Read spoke extensively about the importance of civic engagement, voter participation, and ongoing efforts to prevent election interference.

In the current political climate, there has been an intentionally sewn sense of mistrust in our election apparatus. There have been repeated attempts from the Trump administration to abolish vote-by-mail. Oregon has been a pioneer of universal vote-bymail for decades; the practice was expanded to include primary and general elections by a vote of the people in 1998.

“Democracy is not self-sustaining; it depends on participation. That’s why voting by mail is not simply a convenience, it is also a safeguard,” said Read from the stage of the Sprague. “Oregon is the gold standard when it comes to running safe, accurate and fair elections. Voting by mail makes sure that every eligible voter can participate, amidst busy and complicated lives.”

The practice has seen Oregon leading the pack in terms of voter participation. In primary elections since 2000, Oregon has had an average voter participation of 46.25 percent compared to the national average of 18 percent. Read credits a huge part of that level of participation to vote-by-mail.

“It removes barriers that we see too often in other places, like voter intimidation and long lines. It gives all of us, as voters, the

time to be thoughtful. To make smart decisions and informed choices. You can sit on your couch in your pajamas and vote, that’s a nice thing,” said Read. Vote-by-mail also has many built-in security measures that protect the integrity of elections. Each ballot has an individual barcode, allowing election authorities to track them easily. Our county clerks independently verify each signature against multiple records. Everything is on paper ballots, and the machines used to count them are never connected to the internet, and independent inspectors test them before and after each election. The president himself voted by mail from DC for his residence in Florida.

Despite that, Trump has issued two executive orders that have attempted to gut vote-by-mail: the ﬁrst was shot down in a legal challenge led by multiple states

(including Oregon), and the sec-

ond is currently on the Supreme Court’s docket. The writing of Article 1, Section 4 of the U.S. Constitution is cut and dry on the matter.

“The Times, Places and Manner of holding Elections for Senators and Representatives, shall be prescribed in each State by the Legislature thereof,” states our foundational document.

Read went on to praise the work of county clerks across the state, calling them the backbone of our democracy and urging us all to support the work they do. Clerks, who administer, count, and verify our elections at the local level, have seen a rise in threats and harassment amid heightened suspicion and misinformation.

“Social media is ﬂooded with misinformation. Lies about how votes are counted, who’s registered, who’s eligible. These

public officials are being vilified for following the law and doing their job, and we can’t have that,” said Read. “Elections offices across Oregon have been threatened. Ballot boxes have been vandalized. We’ve had staff harassed online and in person, and yet they keep showing up. They keep doing the work, maintaining the rolls, counting the ballots. That is service, that is protection of democracy.”

Read wrapped up with a couple of public service announcements. With cuts to the U.S. Postal Service, it’s been encouraged that voters drop their ballots off themselves at any of the valid drop boxes around the county. A list of locations is available on the county website.

If you need to use the mail, be sure to have your ballot sent at least one week before election day. If you can’t manage that, the ballot must be postmarked

by May 19. The safest way to ensure that happens is to take your envelope to the Post Ofﬁce and request it be postmarked then and there. Also, verifying your signature, most commonly against the one on your driver’s license, is important for preventing any irregularities with your ballot.

Read went on to take questions from the audience on combating misinformation, reaching young voters, and how to best support our county clerks. Those answers included a sobering story of a county clerk who was relieved to have bulletproof glass installed in the elections ofﬁce.

One recited fact that was pertinent: despite economic struggles, famine, pandemic, and war in the United States of America, never in its history has a primary or general election been canceled.

“Democracy has never been easy. We wouldn’t have had to ﬁght for it, we wouldn’t have marched for it, we wouldn’t have amended our constitution, time and time again, to bring more people into the promise of our country. Every generation inherits this fragile, remarkable thing. And every generation decides if it will be strengthened or diminished on their watch.

“I think this is our moment. It’s not that democracy is failing, it’s being tested. It’s being tested by fear, by cynicism, and by powerful interests that want to weaken faith in our institutions and our obligation to follow the will of the people. But our democracy does not belong to the loudest voice, or the wealthiest person, or the most powerful ofﬁce. It belongs to people who show up, who tell the truth, and refuse to give in to apathy and despair… Don’t underestimate your power,” closed Read.

An Interview with Richard Coleman County Commissioner Race 2026:

BY NATE SCHWARTZ

Richard Coleman is one of two candidates running for the County Board of Commissioners Position 3, as Commissioner Rod Taylor has chosen not to run for reelection. Coleman was a diesel mechanic in the Army, and currently works as a shop manager with Johnson’s Rock Products, a local contractor. I sat down with Coleman for a conversation on his priorities for the county and views on the role of government in smaller communities. Our 15-minute conversation has been trimmed for readability.

On his background and quali cations:

“I’m a third-generation county resident. My parents’ family came here in

the late-40s, early-50s, so we’ve lived here for quite a while. I graduated from North Bend High School in ’86, shortly thereafter joined the Army which took me out of the area for a while. I came back to the area in 2012, so I was gone about 25 years, but I came back. This has always been home to me. My plan was to retire here when I reached that age, but I got an opportunity to come back before that.

“I’ve got an associate’s degree in diesel mechanics, did my schooling at Lane Community College. I bring my military experience. I was a squad leader and team chief in the shop; I was a mechanic in the Army as well. I understand teamwork, I understand delegation, I understand making tough decisions when you need to.

“My current job, I’m the shop manager at Johnson Rock, so I understand about money, how to spend money, and where to spend money, when not to spend money. I try to spend as local as possible. Unfortunate side is, with what we do and have to maintain, I do have to outsource, but I’m pretty big on supporting the local economy everywhere I can.”

On his personal political views and the role of local government:

An Interview with Rick Osborn

BY NATE SCHWARTZ

Vying for the Board of County Com-

missioners Position 3 is Rick Osborn. Osborn brings a long career’s worth of experience working in and around county and state government to the race. Since moving back to Coos County following stints with Benton County and in Salem, he has operated his own businesses and sat on multiple budget committees, as well as ranking positions with the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce and South Coast Development Council.

I sat down with him to discuss how his experience led him to run, his priorities for the role, and using economic development to shore up county ﬁnances. Here’s a trimmed version of our nearly 20-minute conversation.

On his background and quali cations:

“I was born and raised here. I was born in Bay Area Hospital, I graduated from Marshfield High School, went to Southwestern Oregon Community College (SWOCC) for a couple of years, then left to go to college. I came back and worked as a newspaper reporter here at the World newspaper covering Coos County, and then was communications director at SWOCC. I followed a career and family obligations to the Willamette Valley living in Corvallis for about ten years. During that time, I worked as the public information officer for Benton County. I worked for about six years in the Benton County Board of Commissioners office. My office was situated in the middle of the three of them, so I got a

ﬁrsthand view of what commissioners do, what their days can look like, the kinds of decisions they make and how those affect the community. I worked with every department in the county, so I got a good look at public health, planning and community development, parks, roads and law enforcement… I was doing all the communications.

“Then I went to work in the in the state Senate, where I was a communications director. During that time, I developed a lot of contacts in the legislative and executive branch, and in the lobby. So, I feel like I have a good understanding of how that process works, which is important for a county commissioner. There’s a lot of areas where we need to be able to leverage our relationships at the state level to do things that are good for our county.

Guest Column

BY J. MARK POWELL InsideSources.com

History buffs were taken aback in 2021 when the New York City Council voted to remove a statue of Thomas Jefferson from the council chamber. Why should a historic work of art become part of a debate over contemporary politics?

In fact, “statue politics” is an American tradition that goes all the way back to the Revolution — and it happened in New York, too.

In 1766, the Province of New York (the British colony that became today’s New York state) wanted to score some brownie points with the big boss. It passed a resolution honoring England’s King George III. In language that would make the most fawning, fanny-kissing sycophant blush, the resolution noted “… the innumerable and singular Beneﬁts received from our most gracious sovereign, since the Commencement of his auspicious Reign, during which they have been

protected from the fury of a cruel, merciless, and savage Enemy …”

It ordered a gilt-covered lead equestrian statue of him to be erected in New York City.

So George was placed atop a pedestal in Manhattan’s Bowling Green neighborhood on March 21, 1770. Although the statue went up amid great fanfare, the timing was lousy, as some colonists were already beginning to demand a break from the mother country.

It came in 1775 with the “shot heard round the world,” the opening battle of the Revolutionary War. When the Declaration of Independence was signed the following year, George’s reputation had dramatically deteriorated, going from “our most gracious sovereign” in the 1766 resolution to someone “… whose character is thus marked by every act which may deﬁne a Tyrant …” in the 1776 Declaration.

In fact, the Declaration prompted the statue’s demise. Gen. George Washington ordered it

Case for Driving an Electric Car

Dear Editor,

As communities across the country grapple with rising fuel costs, air pollution, and the growing impacts of Global Warming, one solution is becoming increasingly clear; the widespread adoption of electric vehicles.

Electric cars offer a cleaner, more sustainable alternative to gasoline-powered vehicles. By producing zero tailpipe emissions, they reduce air pollution and improve public health, especially in urban areas where smog and poor air quality disproportionately affect vulnerable populations.

When you factor in that EVs cost roughly 40% less to fuel, and with fewer moving parts, require about half the maintenance of internal combustion engines, eliminating oil changes and frequent brake replacements entirely, the total cost of ownership is now a clear win for the consumer.

Advances in battery technology have extended driving ranges, while the rapid expansion of charging infrastructure is making electric vehicles more convenient than ever.

Many governments and utilities are also offering incentives that make the transition more affordable for everyday consumers.

Owning an electric car is not just a personal choice, it is a meaningful step toward a more sustainable future. By embracing this technology, we can reduce our dependence on carbon dioxide polluting fossil fuels, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and contribute to a healthier planet for future generations.

Sincerely,

Ron Sadler

Coos Bay

Portland as a Sanctuary City

Yes, Portland, Oregon is ofﬁcially a sanctuary city, with its status codiﬁed into city law in 2025.

read to his soldiers in New York City on July 9, ﬁve days after its signing. The Patriots went wild with joy. That night, 40 soldiers and sailors tied ropes around the statue and pulled. They broke. More rope was found, and the men pulled again. George and his horse tumbled to the ground, shattering into dozens of glittering pieces.

Toppling the statue served two important purposes. First, it demonstrated that the old order was being replaced by something new. And perhaps more important, it provided lead for much-needed Patriot musket balls.

George was turned into 42,088 bullets. New York’s postmaster wrote in a letter that the British troops “will probably have melted Majesty ﬁred at them.”

Interestingly, not all of the statue’s remains reached the Litchﬁeld, Conn., foundry to be transformed into ammunition. Some Tories (Americans who remained loyal to the British) stole

an estimated 1,400 pounds of lead chunks and secretly sank them in nearby Davis Swamp. Then there was George’s head. The Patriots lopped it off, ﬁred a bullet into it, and stuck it atop a pole outside nearby Cox’s Tavern. That ﬁnal outrage was too much for the Brits. They sent spies to pull it down and bury it. When they occupied New York days later, they exhumed the head and sent it to Lord Townshend back in England, “in order to convince them at home of the Infamous Disposition of the Ungrateful people.”

Nearly 250 years later, you can now see what the ill-fated statue looked like. A replica was created with painstaking accuracy a few years ago. It is a featured exhibit in the Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia, near Independence Hall.

Statues are important symbols. They are visual reminders of signiﬁcant people who shaped our shared past. Toppling them can make a political statement.

Are Oregon residents happy with a sanctuary city designation for the largest city in Oregon which is Portland? Why would a majority of Portland’s voters be in favor of allowing people from a foreign country to be welcome in Portland before we know their criminal background or dangerous health conditions?

Some view this trend as applying to the entire state. Do we want to allow any person to enter Portland or the state and to take up residency before they have been screened by federal immigration ofﬁcials? Should immigrants who have no means of support, or criminal histories be allowed to move in next door?

The state of Oregon should be in alignment with our national government’s immigration laws. We are part of a country that must agree to the enforcement of federal immigration laws that were voted in place by senators and representatives. If you don’t agree then immigrate to another country where they allow sanctuary cities.

George McNair

Coos Bay

Earth Day Inspires Individual Impacts

Dear Editor:

Earth Day highlights the urgent need for evidence-based solutions to the climate and ecological crises. But what most people don’t realize is the biggest impact we can make as individuals starts on our plates.

Extensive research shows that animal agriculture is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, deforestation, biodiversity loss, and freshwater depletion. In contrast, plant-based food systems require signiﬁcantly fewer natural resources and generate lower emissions, making them a more efﬁcient and sustainable way to feed a growing global population.

Adopting plant-based meals—even incrementally— can substantially reduce one’s environmental footprint while supporting a more resilient food system.

This Earth Day, let’s align our daily choices with the

(Think Vladimir Lenin’s likeness coming down in the U.S.S.R.’s ﬁnal days and Saddam Hussein’s statue falling after Baghdad’s liberation.) They can be wartime morale boosters, as in the case of George III in New York. And they can also become lost legacies when they are snatched away from citizens who grow careless with their culture.

ABOUT THE WRITER

J. Mark Powell is a former television journalist. His nonﬁction book “Witness to War: The Story of the Civil War Told by Those Living Through It” is available at jmarkpowell.com. He wrote this for InsideSources.com.

science. By choosing more plant-based foods, we can actively contribute to climate mitigation, resource conservation, and a healthier planet.

The data is clear—and so is the opportunity for meaningful change.

Respectfully, Clyde Bustamante

Coos Bay

Thanks from Langlois Lions

To the Editor, A thank you note from the Langlois Lions for our most a recent event: a PHS senior scholarship fund raiser.

A big shout out to the community dessert makers for a total of 30 desserts sold for auction: Wendy Valentine, Nancy Jensen (plus a monetary gift), Gail Azevedo, Stacey Long, Chuck Hedges, Sonja Mason, Russ Sisk via the Rolling Pin, a beautifully inscribed cake in honor of Mary McCleod, The Spoon Cafe, Anne Guerin, Joetta Edwards, David Clark, Stacy Long, Kate Henderson, Esther Donaldson, B & Farm Supply, and a donation from the Maines family in honor of Mary McCleod.

Overall, all the attendees had a raucous good time, reconnecting with friends, enjoying the tasty chili and making sure that the desserts went for more outrageous prices than even last year.

The Langlois club would like to also recognize all the rest of the great people who helped make our event such a huge success: such as our excellent auctioneer: Isaac Donaldson, the rest of the Donaldson clan, David Clark, and Dawnya Wyatt.

Of note, this event has been permanently renamed the Mary McCleod Beneﬁt Chili Feed and Dessert Auction in appreciation of her life.

Again our deepest gratitude, Deanna McDermot, secretary.

Langlois Lion Club

• 9:19 am – Abandoned Vehicle, Sheridan & Lockheart

Ave

• 10:32 am – Illegal Camping, Sherman & Washington

• 10:37 am – Civil Problem, 765 Union Ave

• 10:51 am – Illegal Camping, 1700 Block Virginia Ave

• 11:33 am – Subpoena Service, 835 California Ave

• 12:33 pm – Welfare Check, Broadway & Virginia

• 12:34 pm – Dispute, 3711 Sherman Ave

• 12:42 pm – Juvenile Problem, 2323 Paciﬁc Ave

POLICE BLOTTER

• 1:18 pm – Unlawful Entry Into MV, 2801 Virginia Ave

• 1:39 pm – Accident, 3436 Broadway Ave

• 2:19 pm – Suicidal Subject, 2191 Marion Ave

• 2:28 pm – Criminal Mischief, 835 California Ave

• 4:09 pm – Driving Complaint, 1300 Virginia Ave

• 9:24 pm – Suspicious Subject, Highway St Coos Bay

• 12:44 AM – Suspicious Conditions, 282 S Morrison St

• 12:54 AM – Alarm, 1195 Newmark Ave

• 1:13 AM – Minor In Poss Liquor, 295 Holland Ave

• 5:25 AM – Dispute, 933 Augustine St

• 4:23 pm – Criminal Trespass, 2222 Broadway Ave

• 4:50 pm – Accident, Tremont & Newmark

• 5:49 AM – Criminal Trespass, 1434 Southwest Blvd

• 6:23 AM – Criminal Mischief, 3505 Ocean Blvd

• 6:42 pm – Driving Complaint, Lincoln & Virginia

• 7:58 pm – Driving While Suspended, Virginia & Union

• 12:56 pm – Disabled Vehicle, Tremont & Newmark Ave

J. Mark Powell

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6:27 AM – Suspicious Vehicle, 917 S Empire Blvd

6:32 AM – Illegal Camping, 200 Blk S 5th

8:01 AM – Check Welfare, 525 Anderson Ave

• 8:47 AM – Check Welfare, 1200 Newmark Ave

• 8:53 AM – Fraud, 555 S Empire Blvd

• 9:16 AM – Alarm Business, 150 E Johnson Ave

• 9:40 AM – Warrant Service, 285 S Broadway

• 9:46 AM – Runaway Juvenile, 324 Ackerman Ave 11:08 AM – Violation Of Restraining Order, 232 S Wall St

• 11:53 AM – Traffic Hazard, S Empire Blvd & Fulton Ave

• 12:19 PM – Harassment Phone, 299 S Bayshore Dr

• 1:18 PM – Intoxicated Subject, 1125 Sanford St

• 2:47 PM – Juvenile Problem, 755 S 7th St

2:56 PM – Shoplifter, 1020 S 1st St

3:15 PM – Dispute, 1953 Lawn Ridge Loop

3:39 PM – Suspicious Subject, 1465 Newmark Ave

4:22 PM – Criminal Trespass, 718 F St

4:25 PM – Driving Complaint, Ocean Blvd

4:30 PM – Assault, 550 D St 5:22 PM – Child Related, Newmark & Laclair

6:00 PM – Criminal Trespass, 410 S Morrison 6:59 PM – Warrant Service, 401 E 3rd St 7:23

• 4:56 am – Criminal Trespass, 210 E 3rd St, St James Episcopal C

• 5:34 am – Criminal Trespass, 54 W Hwy 42, Valley Laundromat

• 10:08 am – Unlawful Entry into MV, 265 E 1st St, Coquille Senior Cen

• 12:54 pm – Check, Welfare, 75 N Birch St, US Post Office

1:06 pm – Dispute, 821 N Folsom St

3:13 pm – Criminal Trespass, 390 W 5th St

• 4:07 pm – Suspicious Subject, 15 S Dean St

• 6:04 pm – Warrant Service, 940 W 16th St

Reedsport

2:06 pm – Juvenile Problem, Reedsport Community Charter School

5:37 pm – Civil Dispute, Holly Knolls Mobile Home Park

6:56 pm – Suspicious Activity, Longwood Dr11:32 pm – Security Check, 1 Saint Johns Way, Reedsport Myrtle Point

• Tuesday 03/31 North Bend

7:36 am – Criminal Trespass, Waterboard Prop 8:00 am – Identity Theft, 2315 State St

• 10:50 am – Driving Complaint, Newmark & Broadway

11:19 am – Repossessed Vehicle, 2813 Sherman Ave

• 12:18 pm – Disorderly Conduct, 1735 Virginia Ave

12:53 pm – Driving While Suspended, 2222 Broadway Ave

2:50 pm – Suspicious Conditions, Oregon & Brussels

2:11 pm – Fraud, 1611 Virginia Ave

3:04 pm – Burglary, 2713 Sheridan Ave

• 3:26 pm – Fraud, 2951 Oak St

• 3:49 pm – Driving While Suspended, 2544 Maple Leaf Ln

• 4:09 pm – Driving While Suspended, 1611 Virginia Ave 4:13 pm – Warrant Service, 2960 Broadway Ave

• 5:00 pm – Suspicious Conditions, Everett Ave

• 5:56 pm – Driving Complaint, Virginia & Harrison

• 6:33 pm – Assist Public, 835 California Ave

• 7:36 pm – Accident, 2090 Inland Dr

• 9:41 pm – Warrant Service, 1036 SE Douglas Ave Coos Bay 1:56 am – Suspicious Conditions, 16th Ave & Coos River Hwy 2:37 am – Suspicious Subject, 1056 Fulton Ave

3:23 am – Warrant Service,

289 LaClair St

• 7:07 am – Illegal Camping, 6th & Ivy

• 7:39 am – Warrant Service, 1020 S 1st St

• 7:42 am – Traffic Hazard, Newport Ln & Isthmus Slough Bri

• 8:54 am – Fraud, 1191 Anderson Ave

• 9:42 am – Unlawful Vehicle, 192 N Wasson St

• 9:49 am – Check, Welfare, 100 Central Ave

• 9:50 am – Suspicious Subject, N 10th St & W Commercial Ave M

• 10:00 am – Criminal Trespass, 898 S Empire Blvd

• 10:14 am – Check, Welfare, Coos Bay Boardwalk

10:16 am – Illegal Dumping, Lakeshore & Stillwater

11:43 am – Mental Subject, 1115 Montana Ave

11:45 am – Alarm, Vehicle, 183 Norman Ave

1:27 pm – Driving While Suspended, Fulton & Cammann

1:31 pm – Check, Welfare, 146 N 9th St Apt 1

1:44 pm – Warrant Service, W Side of Fulton

2:11 pm – Fraud, 2051 Newmark Ave

2:53 pm – Criminal Mischief, 2001 N Bayshore Dr

3:14 pm – Found Bike, S Empire & Fulton

3:16 pm – Criminal Trespass, Pedway

3:23 pm – Disorderly Conduct, 1525 Ocean Blvd

3:25 pm – Dispute, S 5th & Anderson Ave

3:29 pm – Theft, 718 F St SPC 30

• 3:34 pm – Dispute, 1068 Crocker St

• 3:35 pm – Unlawful Entry Into MV, 1100 Blk E Kruse Ave

• 3:52 pm – Shoplifter, 1020 S 1st St

• 4:11 pm – Violation of Restraining Order, 323 S Wall St

• 4:12 pm – Suspicious Conditions, 1712 Cottonwood Ave

4:16 pm – Mental Subject, Coos Bay Area

4:18 pm – Warrant Service, Ocean & 19th

• 4:55 pm – Shoplifter, 1020 S 1st St

• 5:12 pm – Warrant Service, 320 Warner Milne Rd

• 6:34 pm – Patrol Check, 1400 Blk Pacific Ave

• 6:34 pm – Driving Complaint, Broadway & Commercial

• 7:01 pm – Alarm, Business, 1350 Ocean Blvd

• 7:04 pm – Alarm, Business, 333 S 4th St

• 8:30 pm – Disorderly Conduct, 10th & Central

• 9:59 pm – Recovered Stolen Property, 201 W Mission St

Coquille

3:18 pm – Suspicious Subject, N Folsum & E 10th St 4:16 pm – Suspicious Subject, 180 N Baxter St, Pioneer Methodist 5:49 pm – Intoxicated Subject, 343 N Elliott St 9:56 pm – Dispute, 380 N Adams St

Reedsport

• 12:05 am – Suspicious Activity, Oregon Coast Hwy

• 7:45 am – Ordinance Violation, N 3rd St & Fir Avet

• 8:27 am – Restraining Order Violation, Reedsport

Police Department

• 9:32 am – Burglary, Winchester Ave Mini Storage, Reedsport

• 1:36 pm – Traffic Complaint, Reedsport Area

• 3:55 pm – Suspicious Activity, 5 Saint Johns Way

• 8:27 pm – Suspicious Activity, 2240 Arthur Dr

• 10:02 pm – Suicidal Subject, 2655 Frontage Rd Apt #36

• 5:19 am – Suspicious Activity, Ranch Rd & Longwood Dr

• 10:17 am – Welfare Check, 3460 Fernwood Pl

• 12:39 pm – Suspicious Activity, Umpqua Mobile Home Village

• 1:14 pm – Civil Dispute, 2995 Ridgeway Dr, Reedsport

1:55 pm – Disorderly Conduct, Highway 101 & Milepost 212 3:38 pm – Civil Dispute, In the Area of Reedsport 7:40 pm – Sex Offense, Reedsport Police Department, Reedsport 10:15 pm – Weapons Offense, Highway 101 & Juniper Ave, Reedsport

Myrtle Point

Wednesday 04/01

North Bend

7:38 AM – Missing Person, 2563 Sherman Ave 10:03 AM – Civil Problem, 1980 Sherman Ave 10:05 AM – Equipment Repair, 484 N Central Blvd

• 10:07 AM – Code Violation, 2117 Union Ave

• 10:20 AM – Juvenile Problem, 93670 Viking Ln

• 10:26 AM – Driving Complaint, 2300 Block Broadway

• 10:53 AM – Theft, 1611 Virginia Ave

• 11:01 AM – Shoplifter, 1735 Virginia Ave

• 11:15 AM – Suspicious Conditions, 2201 S Broadway

• 11:26 AM – Welfare Check, California St Boat Ramp

• 12:37 PM – Elderly Abuse, 2280 Virginia Ave

Coos Bay 5:15 am – Illegal Camping, 988 S Broadway St Elite Market 3 5:23 am – Abandoned Vehicle, 2nd St Municipal Lot

8:05 am – Accident, Non Injury, 1775 Thompson Rd Bay Area Hosp 8:07 am – Illegal Camping, 3rd & Central

8:38 am – Shoplifter, 522 S 4th St Dollar Tree

10:01 am – Suspicious Conditions, 149 S 7th St McKays Market

10:15 am – Driving Complaint, S Empire Blvd

10:22 am – Unlawful Vehicle, 820 Crocker St 10:25 am – Warrant Service, 300 Country Club Rd Eugene PD

12:31 pm – Alarm, Residence, 363 N Wall St 1:06 pm – Illegal Camping, 2045 Newmark Ave

• 1:15 pm – Suspicious Vehicle, 702 Newmark Ave

• 1:21 pm – Accident, 295 S 10th St South Coast

Family1:27 pm – Alarm, Residence, 363 N Wall St

1:34 pm – Accident, Koos Bay Blvd & Nutwood

1:36 pm – Traffic Hazard, Highland & 3rd 1:44 pm – Attempt to Locate, Coos Bay Area

1:46 pm – Accident, S 4th St & Golden

2:19 pm – Fraud, 245 S Schoneman St

• 2:31 pm – Abandoned Vehicle, 145 LaClair St

• 2:56 pm – Found Property, 858 S 11th St

• 3:28 pm – Harassment, Phone, 299 S Bayshore Dr

• 3:33 pm – Harassment, Coos Bay Boardwalk

• 4:35 pm – Accident, Hit & Run, Coos Bay Area

• 4:39 pm – Fraud, 345 Student Way

• 4:42 pm – Accident, 917 S Empire Blvd Bay Way Trailer

• 4:46 pm – Fraud, 613 Central Ave

• 4:50 pm – Check, Welfare, 1925 Newmark Ave

• 4:51 pm – Accident, S Empire Blvd & Fulton 5:03 pm – Dispute, 119 S Wasson St

5:06 pm – Warrant Service, 898 Elk Dr Brookings Police Dep

• 5:16 pm – Dog at Large, 600 Blk Newmark Ave

5:19 pm – Assault, Domestic, 436 S 9th St 5:58 pm – Criminal Mischief, S 2nd & Kruse Ave 6:21 pm – Incomplete Call, 1445 N Bayshore Dr Motel 6 9:07 pm – Criminal Trespass, 1005 Newmark Ave 11:37 pm – Civil Problem, 1381 Central Ave

Coquille

• 10:36 am – Stalking, 117 N Johnson

• 10:56 am – Driving Complaint, Hwy 42 MP 4

• 11:14 am – Civil Problem, 837 N Folsom St

• 12:01 pm – Driving Complaint, Hwy 42 MP 10

• 2:48 pm – Suspicious Subject, N Central Blvd

• 6:05 pm – Suspicious Subject, 510 N Collier St

• Reedsport

10:34 am – Suspicious Activity, Dollar General 11:50 am – Suspicious Activity, 2458 Longwood Dr Apt #9

1:06 pm – Welfare Check, 2458 Longwood Dr Apt #5, Reedsport

• 7:49 pm – Suspicious Activity, 130 Westwood Ct

• 10:53 pm – Noise Complaint, Forest Village Apartments

Myrtle Point

10:37 am – Alarm, Business, 710 8th St, First Community 11:03 am – Found Bike, 404 7th St 7:34 pm – Violation Court Order, 1856 Kincheloe Ln

Thursday 04/02

North Bend

• 7:38 AM – Missing Person, 2563 Sherman Ave

• 10:03 AM – Civil Problem, 1980 Sherman Ave

• 10:20 AM – Juvenile Problem, 93670 Viking Ln 10:26 AM – Driving Complaint, 2300 Blk Broadway 10:53 AM – Theft, 1611 Virginia Ave

11:01 AM – Shoplifter, 1735 Virginia Ave 11:15 AM – Suspicious Conditions, 2201 S Broadway 11:26 AM – Welfare Check, California St Boat Ramp 12:37 PM – Elderly Abuse, 2280 Virginia Ave 2:33 PM – Warrant Service, Troutman Property

3:43 PM – Dispute, 3060 Pine St

4:04 PM – Subpoena Service, 835 California Ave

4:16 PM – Criminal Trespass, 2226 Madrona Ct 4:41 PM – Shoplifter, 1611 Virginia Ave

4:57 PM – Suspicious Conditions, 1905 Ash St

5:20 PM – Assist, Outside Agency, 436 S 9th St 8:30 PM – Welfare Check, 3601 Inland Ct

8:34 PM – Loud Noise, 2165 Pine St

• 9:58 PM – Illegal Camping, California St Boat Ramp 10:13 PM – Dispute, 1836 Union Ave

• 11:02 PM – Suspicious Subject, 2060 Commercial Ave

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Henthorn sets record at Prefontaine meet

Coquille standout Ella Henthorn set a new meet record and Bandon’s Marley Petrey won three events as South Coast athletes had a strong day in the 24th annual Prefontaine Rotary Invitational at Marshfield High School on Saturday.

Henthorn set a new meet record for the 3,000 meters with her time of 9:57.50, taking more than 20 seconds off the old record held by her mom, Holli, set back in 2004.

Henthorn also won the mile in 5:11.65, though that did not come close to setting a new record.

Petrey was the only athlete to win three individual events. She sped to victory in the 100 meters in 12.68 seconds and also won the 300 hurdles in 45.51. Petrey also won the triple jump with a leap of 36 feet, 3 inches.

Arcata’s Skyler Collenberg set one meet record and nearly

set another on the boys side of the meet. His winning mark of 59 feet, 3 ½ inches in the shot put set a new mark, breaking one set last year by Myrtle Point’s Mason Detzler. Collenberg also won the discus with a throw of 171-11. The meet record is 173 feet, set by Marshfield’s Dalton Milburn in 2012. The only other meet record came in the 4x100 relay for the boys, where the Phoenix quartet of Aydan Cook, Cody Martin, Trae Casteel and Terelle McSwain blazed to a time of 43.15 seconds. Runner-up Grants Pass also was under the previous record with its time of 43.24.

Marshfield had held the mark since 2010 and this year’s squad of Pirates was third in 43.79. Marshfield also was third in the 4x400 relay (3:30.65).

Bandon’s Caitlyn Michalek was a double-winner on the girls side. In the javelin she won a

duel of state champions with her toss of 123-2, which was better than runner-up Danika Bushnell of Powers, who threw 120-4. Michalek won the high jump by clearing 5-8.

Other winners from the South Coast on the girls side included Coquille’s Ada Millet in the pole vault (10 feet) and Bristol Layton in the long jump (16-0), Marshfield’s Sierra Sauers in the discus (112-4) and Siuslaw’s Aidell Cadet in the 100 hurdles (16.41). Cadet was second behind Petrey in the triple jump (35-3).

Marshfield’s Rylee McNally was second in the 100 hurdles (17.13), 300 hurdles (47.75) and long jump (15-6 ¾) and Bandon’s Giada Moore was third in the longer hurdles race (47.86) and in the 400 (1:01.02).

Myrtle Point’s Jayme Padgett was second in the discus (110-3). Kendra Bushnell of Power was second in the pole vault (9-6) and

Briana Huggins of Pacific was third in the high jump (4-8).

Bandon’s Jael Legutki was second in the 3,000 (11:05.97) and North Bend’s Addison Horning was third in the mile (5:28.67).

Marshfield’s Jaxson Stovall was a double-winner in the distance races on the boys side, leading 1-2-3 finishes for the South Coast in both races.

In the mile, Stovall finished in 4:24.29, Siuslaw’s Henry Stone (4:33.07) and North Bend’s Angelo Pedrini (4:38.15). In the 3,000, Stovall finished in 9:08.06, followed by Bandon teammates Beckett Pahls (9:17.45) and Sawyer Miller (9:19.13).

Other boys winners from the South Coast included Bandon’s Noah Brown in the pole vault, where he edged Siuslaw’s Will Johnson based on misses after both cleared 13-0. Johnson won

the triple jump with a leap of 43-5 and teammate Thomas Morgan won the 100 (11.32) and also was second in the 200 (22.45). Marshfield’s Christian Baugh was second in the 300 hurdles (42.66). Siuslaw’s Caleb Gray was second in the javelin (1569), just in front of Myrtle Point’s Wyatt Richards (155-7) and Pacific’s Landon Spalasso (155-5). Bandon’s Brown was third in the 800 (2:01.83). Though the emphasis on the meet is individual performances, with limited fields in the various events for the 32 schools that sent athletes, Bandon scored the most points for girls, with Coquille fifth, Marshfield sixth, Siuslaw seventh and Powers 11th. Crook County had the most points for the boys, with Siuslaw third, Marshfield fourth and Bandon eighth

High School Recap:

Bobcats, Cruisers pick up big wins in baseball and softball

Myrtle Point’s baseball team opened league play with a pair of wins last week, beating Waldport 13-3 and edging host Reedsport 7-6 in Class 2A-1A District 4 play.

The Bobcats are at Bandon on Tuesday and host Eddyville on Friday.

Reedsport also lost a league game at Bandon 6-1 and beat North Douglas in a nonleague contest 8-4. The Brave are at Eddyville on Tuesday and host Toledo on Friday.

Bandon lost a nonleague game at Brookings-Harbor 15-6. Tuesday’s game against Myrtle Point is the Tigers’ only contest this week.

SKY-EM LEAGUE:

Marshfield lost both its games last week, falling at Siuslaw 4-3 and North Valley 7-6. The Pirates have one more week before league play, visiting Sweet Home on Tuesday and meeting Tillamook for a doubleheader at Toledo on Saturday.

North Bend split its games, losing at Sweet Home 10-9 and beating South Umpqua 8-1.

This week, the Bulldogs host Phoenix on Tuesday and host Hidden Valley for a twin bill on Friday.

FAR WEST LEAGUE:

Coquille lost its final tuneup for league play, losing at Glendale 11-1 on Tuesday.

The Red Devils open league against Douglas, hosting the Trojans on Tuesday and playing a doubleheader at Winston on Friday.

SOFTBALL

CLASS 2A-1A DISTRICT 4:

Powers picked up a huge win, topping defending league champion Toledo on the road 8-5. The Cruisers lost a second game to the Boomers that was not a league contest 13-3 and also beat Coquille 15-0 in a nonleague game.

This week, Powers is at Lowell for a nonleague game on Tuesday and then visits Waldport for a league game and a nonleague game Friday. The Cruisers host North Douglas on Saturday.

Myrtle Point picked up its first win, beating Waldport 24-14. The Bobcats are at Bandon on Tuesday and host Eddyville on Friday.

Bandon also is at Coquille on Monday and hosts Brookings-Harbor on Thursday and Oakland on Saturday.

The Tigers’ only game last week was rained out.

FAR WEST LEAGUE:

Coquille opens league play this week with a home game against Douglas on Tuesday and a twin bill on the road against the Trojans on Friday. In addition to losing to Powers last week, Coquille fell to Glendale 16-0.

SKY-EM LEAGUE:

North Bend swept visiting Douglas in a doubleheader 15-5 and 16-3 last week while a doubleheader at South Umpqua was rained out.

The Bulldogs host Hidden Valley for a twin bill on Friday.

Marshfield, meanwhile, won at Brookings-Harbor 1911 but lost both games of a doubleheader at North Valley, 18-3 and 15-0. The Pirates host Sweet Home on Tuesday and then travel north to face Baker on Friday and The Dalles and Gladstone on Saturday in a tournament at The Dalles.

FLAG FOOTBALL

RED DEVILS WIN TWO:

Coquille won its first two league games in the sport recognized by OSAA as an emerging sport.

The Red Devils beat host Grants Pass 27-0 and topped Eagle Point 15-7 in a pair of games at Grants Pass on Thursday.

Coquille is back in Southern Oregon on Monday to face both North Medford and South Medford and then hosts the two schools a week from Monday.

The Red Devils lost their opening game of the season 63-0 to North Bend. Coquille also lost a nonleague game to Springfield 12-8 at North Bend on Friday.

North Bend beat Eagle Point 53-7 but lost to Grants pass 20-6. The Bulldogs also beat Springfield 27-13 on Friday and, like Coquille, will play the Medford schools on consecutive Mondays.

BOYS VOLLEYBALL

BULLDOGS TAKE TWO:

North Bend won a pair of home matches last week, topping Cottage Grove 23-25, 25-17, 25-20, 25-14 and beating Creswell 24-26, 31-29, 25-15, 25-22.

Marshfield split with the two Eugene-area schools,

falling to Cottage Grove 25-20, 19-25, 25-15, 22-25, 15-12 and beating Creswell in another match that went to five sets.

The Bulldogs are 4-2 in league play and Marshfield is 2-4 heading into their match against each other Wednesday at North Bend. Marshfield also plays in the Philomath tournament on Saturday.

GIRLS GOLF

MIDDLEFIELD TOURNEY:

North Bend won a five-school tournament at Middlefield Golf Course in Cottage Grove last week.

The Bulldogs finished with 371 strokes while Marshfield was second with 416. Junction City, Cottage Grove and Siuslaw also participated.

North Bend had the top three individuals, with Benelli Gordon scoring 87, Emily Heaton 88 and Lola Davidson 93. Marshfield’s Iona Speidel and Keeli Simpson tied for fifth (101) while North Bend’s Addyson Garrett and Mazzie Neal tied for seventh (103).

BOYS GOLF

EMERALD VALLEY TOURNEY:

Bandon won a 15-school tournament at Emerald Valley Golf Club in Creswell, posting a team score of 312. South Medford was second at 324. Marshfield was eighth (346) and North Bend 13th (383).

Bandon’s Sevren Quinn took medalist honors with a 2-under 70 and teammate Jackson Simonds was second with a 73, tying Tate Alire of Madras and Wyatt Winters of Douglas.

Marshfield’s Aiden Griffin was 10th (79), one shot better than Noah Sullens of Reedsport. Bandon’s Braedon Millhouser shot an 81 and Reedsport’s Brody Sullens shot an 83. North Bend’s top player was Behr Gordon at 93.

BANDON INVITATIONAL:

Snohomish of Washington won a tournament at Old Macdonald, one of the courses at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, edging the host Tigers by four strokes with a team score of 295. Quinn took medalist honors for Bandon with a 3-under 68, one shot better than Millhouser. Jackson Dammann led Snohomish with an even-par 71.

SWOCC athletes honored by NWAC

A trio of Southwestern Oregon Community College athletes received NWAC athlete of the week honors for their sports recently.

Taylor Dickey was honored as the female track athlete of the week. The freshman from Reno set a new SWOCC record in the steeplechase at Oregon State University’s PNW Invite, clocking a time of 11:30.81 after earlier in the day trying the 400 hurdles for the first time. Dickey

finished seventh out of 22 runners in the steeplechase racing against a combination of NCAA, NAIA and community college racers. The following day, she ran the 800 meters in 2:21.03, just a few seconds off her new school record set a week earlier.

Lydia Montes De Oca, another freshman on the track team from Aloha High School in Beaverton also was honored as track athlete of the week. De Oca broke Dickey’s new school record in the 800 on

Saturday at the John Knight Twilight meet and leads NWAC in the 800 (2:19.27), 1,500 (4:39.60) and 5,000 (18:01.01).

In the fall, Dickey finished first and Montes De Oca second as the Lakers won their first NWAC title in cross country.

Hunter Salausa-Galletes, a freshman from Hawaii, was named softball hitter of the week Salausa-Galletes is hitting .508 for the season with four home runs and 27 RBIs for the Lakers.

Also recently honored was Bandon graduate Aunika Miller, who runs for Umpqua Community College. Miller set the Umpqua school record in the 10,000 meters when she ran the fastest time by an NWAC runner this spring with her mark of 38:11.62. She ranks second in NWAC in the 5K and 1,500 and fifth in the 800.

The Chamber Minute

Bay Area Chamber of Commerce

BY ROSEY THOMAS

Last Chance & A Little Fun

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Business Connection forums are in full swing. Come get informed, meet local candidates, and be ready before you cast your vote. Head to oregonsbayarea.org to sign up, learn more, and get involved. Because at the end of the day— our business is helping your business… and maybe helping your golf game too.

BY NATE SCHWARTZ

The Oregon Employment Department (OED), in collaboration with the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released a report on the labor statistics in terms of job count for the South Coast last week, giving some insight on the economic trends of the region.

According to their report on April 7, 2026, over the course of the past year, Coos County’s payroll employment rose by 160 jobs, for a gain of 0.7 percent. Most of those came through gains in private education and health services, which added 120 jobs over that time period. Other gains game in leisure and hospitality (50), manufacturing (50) and construction (40).

The largest sectors of loss included professional and business service, which saw a 120-position decrease.

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South Coast Employment Report

Mining and logging lost 30 and information services lost 20. Interestingly, local government fell by 60 jobs, while each other government sector saw gains. Local Indian tribal government employment rose by 30 jobs, while Federal (20 and state (10) government also added.

In comparison, payroll employment in Curry County had fallen by 1.4 percent over the period of January 2025 to January 2026, this accounts for 90 jobs lost across multiple sectors. The two biggest industries affected were retail and leisure and hospitality, which lost 60 jobs a piece over the last year. Professional and business services, as well as ﬁnancial activities each lost another 40 jobs in their sectors as well.

Those 200 jobs were offset by slight growth in other areas. Manufacturing was the biggest gainer with 60 jobs added over the past year. Government was another sector

that saw growth with 40 new jobs added across local (20), federal (10), and state (10) governments each seeing an uptick in jobs.

Month to month, there are ﬂuctuations. According to the OED, payroll employment in Curry County fell by 100 jobs from December 2025 to January 2026, which the department attributes mostly to a loss of seasonal jobs. 30 jobs were lost in leisure and hospitality, with a further 20 in construction.

Currently unemployment sits at 5.9 percent in Coos County, slightly higher than the state average of 5.2 percent, as of January 2026. Comparatively Curry County has a 6.7 percent unemployment rate. The national average is 4.3 percent.

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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, 2026 to June 30, 2027, will be held in the Community Center, 10361 Highway 241, Allegany, OR 97407. The meeting will take place on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 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 5, 2026 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.

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NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING

Son \emdash Deceased

Joyce Jean Caldwell, fka Hooper

P.O. Box 1456

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James Akins (Stepson) 6085 Mica St. Springfield, OR 97478

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Joyce Jean Caldwell, fka Hooper 2820 Alderwood St. Coos Bay, OR 97420

The following information is given to you as an heir or devisee of the above-named Decedent who died August 8, 2025, in North Bend, Coos County, Oregon. Estate proceedings in the Decedent’s estate, bearing the clerk’s file number 26PB00005 have commenced and are pending in the above-entitled court. On January 15, 2026, was duly appointed and is now serving as Personal Representative of the estate. The name and address of the Personal Representative and the attorney for the Personal Representative are as follows: Personal Representative: Andrew Hooper 2124 Ash St. North Bend, OR 97420

Phone: (541)944-1020

Attorney for Personal Representative:

Jessica L. Wingler, OSB #051015 283 SE Fowler Street Roseburg, OR 97470

Phone: (541)672-6027

YOUR RIGHTS MAY BE AFFECTED BY THIS PROCEEDING; ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MY BE OBTAINED FROM THE RECORDS OF THE COURT, THE PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE, OR THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE. DATED this 2nd, day of April, 2026. /s/ Jessica L. Wingler, OSB #051015

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WRITTEN NOTICE

Vacation of a portion of the Public Right-of-Way directly between 585 Newmark Avenue and 130 S. Wall Street Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by the City of Coos Bay as follows: HEARING BODY: City Council MEETING DATE & TIME: Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 6:00 p.m.

LOCATION: CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 500 CENTRAL AVENUE, COOS BAY

APPLICANT/OWNER: City of Coos Bay

out cost or printed and mailed for a reasonable fee. Detailed information pertaining to the conduct of the public hearing and submission of evidence is also available upon request. Written objections may be filed with the Public Works Department, City Hall, 500 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, prior to the hearing and will be considered at the time of the hearing. Additional information pertaining to this application, or its review may be obtained by contacting Jasenn Ffradelis, Engineering Services Coordinator, at (541) 269-1181 extension 3522. 4/7 & 4/14/2026 World 425205 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS

Probate Department In the Matter of the Estate of JAMES BROWN, Deceased. Case No. 25PB03975 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed personal representative of the Estate of James Brown on May 06, 2025. James Brown passed away on May 6, 2018 in Bandon, Oregon. No will has been admitted to probate.

A copy of the Petition to Admit the Estate to Probate, as well as a copy of the Letters of Administration, are attached to this Notice.

All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the undersigned personal representative at 7831 St. Charles Street NE, Keizer, Oregon, 97303, within four months after the date of publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred.

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A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Libby Rural Fire Protection District, Coos County, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027, will be held at the office of Stephanie Stroud, CPA, LLC; 750 Central Avenue Suite 102; Coos Bay, Oregon. The meeting will take place on the 5th day of May 2026 at 8:00 am. 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, 2026 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.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS In the Matter of the Estate of: \ charscalex87 ROBERT LEE HOOPER, Deceased Case No.26PB00005 AMENDED INFORMATION TO HEIRS

TO: The heirs and devisees of the above-named decedent: Andrew Lee Hooper

2124 Ash St. North Bend, OR 97459

Robert Lee Hooper, Jr.

APPLICATION: Vacation of a portion of the Public Rightof-Way directly between 585 Newmark Avenue and 130 S. Wall Street #187-26-000041PW - Filed February 17th, 2026

SUBJECT PROPERTY: A portion of a platted right-of-way of the plat entitled “Second Addition to Empire”, located in the NW 1/4 of the NW 1/4 of Section 20, Township 25 South, Range 13 West of the Willamette Meridian, City of Coos Bay, Coos County, Oregon.

REQUEST SUMMARY: The applicant is proposing to vacate a portion of a platted right-ofway of the plat entitled “Second Addition to Empire”, located in the NW 1/4 of the NW 1/4 of Section 20, Township 25 South, Range 13 West of the Willamette Meridian, City of Coos Bay, Coos County, Oregon, as shown on the attached map.

REVIEW CRITERIA: The City Council will make a recommendation to approve or deny the request based upon findings that substantiate the approval criteria found in CBMC Chapter 12.45.070. The City Council is scheduled to hold a public hearing and make a final decision on Tuesday, April 21st, 2026 as outlined above.

HEARING PROCEDURE: The hearing will be conducted in accordance with ORS 271.210.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: A copy of the application, all material submitted in support of the application and the applicable criteria are available for inspection at the Public Works Department, City Hall, 500 Central, Coos Bay, Oregon. Upon request, copies of these materials can be emailed with-

Jeffrey Stoddard E1, E4

Advanced Property Mgmt LLC

Jessica Webber, Property Manager

342 Anderson Avenue Coos Bay, OR 97420

541-269-7210

4/7 & 4/14/2026 World 425043

AUCTION NOTICE The follow-

ing storage units located at 540

D St in Coos Bay, OR 97420, will be auctioned off on Friday, April 24, 2026 at 9:00 am. The location will be online at https:// bid13.com

TENANT: UNIT:

Sara Stewart 2

Thomas West 18

Advanced Property Mgmt LLC

Jessica Webber, Property Manager

342 Anderson Avenue Coos Bay, OR 97420

Staff regarding maintenance of the new replacement of the cathodic protection groundbed installations at two locations. South Slough: The work area includes upland and in water work which includes: furnishing and installing fifteen impressed current canister anodes, two silver/silver chloride reference electrodes, two post mounted test stations, one rectifier and conductor line. This work will be located in proximity to the existing cathodic protection system within the South Slough. Isthmus Slough: The work area includes upland and in water work which includes: furnishing and installing ten impressed current canister anodes, two silver/silver chloride reference electrodes, two post mounted test stations, one rectifier and conductor line. This work will be located in proximity to the existing cathodic protection system within the Isthmus Slough. The purpose of the cathodic protection systems is to protect the existing water mains beneath the South Slough and Isthmus Slough. Work may begin after the Notice to Proceed. All in water work must be completed between June 1, 2026 to October 1, 2026. Contractor shall comply with all regulatory permitting provided in Section C-810. Contractor agrees all work must be substantially complete October 1, 2026 with all in water work as described by the permits completed by October 1, 2026. Bids not fully completed in accordance with the Instructions

to Bidders will not be considered. A Bid Security executed in favor of the Owner in the amount of not less than 10% of the total amount of the Bid is required. Per ORS 279C.385 (2), Bid Security is to be forfeited as fixed and liquidated damages should the Bidder neglect or refuse to enter into a Contract and provide suitable insurance certificates, bonds, and other required documents for the faithful performance of the work in the event the Bidder is awarded the Contract. All bidders must be equal opportunity employers, provide proof of an employee drug testing program, be registered with the Construction Contractors Board and comply with all state and federal laws. A Pre-Bid conference will not be held. Each Bidder must submit a First-Tier Subcontractor Disclosure Form, Evidence of Authority to Sign Bid, and Evidence to do Business in the State within two working hours of the time for receipt of the Bid. Contractors and all subcontractors shall pay at least the state prevailing rate of wage as determined under ORS 279C.815. ORS 279C.800 to 279C.870 will be administered and enforced in accordance with state law and regulations. No Bid will be received or considered by the Owner unless the Bid contains: 1) a statement that Bidder will comply with the provisions of 40 USC 276a and ORS 279C.840 and 2) a statement as to whether the Bidder is a resident Bidder as defined in ORS 279A.120. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all Bids, to waive all informalities, and to accept such Bids that in the opinion of the Owner are in the best interest of the Owner.

Dated this 27th day of March 2026.

Owner: Coos Bay-North Bend Water Board

By: Ivan Thomas

Title: General Manager 4/14 & 4/21/2026 World 425505 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS

In the Matter of the Estate of:

MICHAEL LEWIS FISHER, Deceased.

Case No. 26PB01790 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Jo Ann Caudle has been appointed Personal Representative of the above estate. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to Shirley D. Farmer, attorney for the Personal Representative, at the Law Office of Shirley D. Farmer, LLC, 444 N 4th Street, Coos Bay, OR 97420, within four months after the date of the publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the probate clerk’s office at the Coos County Courthouse, Probate Department, 250 N Baxter, Coquille, Oregon 97423, Monday through Friday between 8:00 am - noon and 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., the Personal Representative, or the attorney for the Personal Representative, Shirley D. Farmer, 444 N 4th Street, Coos Bay, OR 97420. Dated and first published this 14th day of April, 2026. Jo Ann Caudle, Personal Representative c/o Shirley D. Farmer 444 N 4th Street Coos Bay, OR 97420 (541) 404-4529 4/14/2026 World 425446 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE STATE OF OREGON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. DEVAN S. JENSEN; THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; MERANDA SUE-CLARE TRAUTMAN; STATE OF OREGON, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, CHILD SUPPORT; ALSO ALL OTHER PERSONS OR PARTIES UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, LIEN, OR INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN THE COMPLAINT HEREIN; and ALL OTHER OCCUPANTS OF THE PREMISES, Defendants. Case No. 26CV02050 SUMMONS TO: ALSO ALL OTHER PERSONS OR PARTIES UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, LIEN, OR INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN THE COMPLAINT HEREIN IN THE NAME OF THE STATE OF OREGON: You are hereby required to appear and defend the complaint filed against you in the above-entitled cause within 30 days from the date of service of this summons on you. If you fail to appear and defend, the plaintiff will apply to the court for the relief demanded in the complaint.

SUMMARY STATEMENT FOR RELIEF SOUGHT Rocket Mortgage, LLC FKA Quicken Loans, LLC, made a loan on February 3, 2022, which was secured by a Deed of Trust recorded on February 4, 2022 and assigned to Plaintiff, giving Plaintiff interest in the real property located at 98314 Bridge Ln Myrtle Point, OR 97458. The loan has been defaulted and Plaintiff seeks to foreclose. PRAYER FOR RELIEF

1. For an Order granting judgment against Borrower in favor of Plaintiff and/or declaring the amount due from Borrower to Plaintiff.

2. Foreclosing Plaintiff’s Deed of Trust lien and ordering the sale of the Property described above by the county Sheriff in the manner prescribed by law pursuant to ORS 18.901 et seq., with proceeds of sale paid into court.

3. Granting any other further relief as the court may deem just and equitable.

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 must be given to the court clerk or administrator within 30 days along with the required filing fee. It must be in proper form and have proof of service on the plaintiff’s lawyer or, if the plaintiff does not have a lawyer, proof of service on the plaintiff. If you have questions, you should see an attorney immediately. If you need help in finding an attorney, you may contact the Oregon State Bar’s Lawyer Referral Service online at www. oregonstatebar.org or by calling (503) 684-3763 (in the Portland metropolitan area) or toll-free elsewhere in Oregon at (800) 452-7636.

NOTICE TO ANY VETERAN OF THE ARMED FORCES

If the recipient of this notice is a veteran of the armed forces, assistance may be available from a county veterans’ service officer or community action agency. Contact information for a service officer appointed for the county in which you live and contact information for a community action agency that serves the area where you live may be obtained by calling a 2-1-1 information service. 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/countyservices.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-Services-Statewide.aspx. DATED this 15th day of January 2026. /s/ Nathan Harpham Nathan Harpham, OSB #143338 650 NE Holladay St, Suite 1600 Portland, OR 97232 Telephone: (971) 270-1233 jason.cotton@mtglawfirm.com nate.harpham@mtglawfirm. com 3/24, 3/31, 4/7, & 4/14/2026 World 424726 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR COOS COUNTY Juvenile Department In the Matter of CHARLEIGH WOOLMAN, A Child. Case No. 23JU06362 PUBLISHED SUMMONS TO: Ryan Wayne Woolman IN THE NAME OF THE STATE OF OREGON: A petition has been filed asking the court to establish a permanent guardianship for the above-name child under ORS 419B.365). YOU ARE REQUIRED TO PERSONALLY APPEAR before the Coos County Circuit Court, 250 N. Baxter Street. Coquille, OR 97423, on April 30, 2026, at 8:15 a.m. for a hearing on the allegations of the petition and to personally appear at any subsequent court-ordered hearing. YOU MUST APPEAR PERSONALLY in the courtroom on the date and at the time listed above. AN ATTORNEY MAY NOT ATTEND THE HEARING IN YOUR PLACE. THEREFORE, YOU MUST APPEAR EVEN IF YOUR ATTORNEY ALSO APPEARS. This summons is published pursuant to the order of the circuit court judge of the aboveentitled court, dated March 18, 2026. The order directs that this summons be published once each week for three consecutive weeks, making three publications in all, in a published newspaper of general circulation in Coos County, Oregon.

Date of first publication: March 31, 2026 Date of last publication: April 14, 2026

NOTICE READ THESE PAPERS CAREFULLY

IF YOU DO NOT APPEAR PERSONALLY BEFORE THE COURT OR DO NOT APPEAR AT ANY SUBSEQUENT

COURT-ORDERED HEARING, the court may proceed in your absence without further notice and ESTABLISH A PERMANENT GUARDIANSHIP to the above-named child either on the date specified in this summons or on a future date and may make such orders and take such action as authorized by law.

RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS (1) YOU HAVE A RIGHT TO BE REPRESENTED BY AN ATTORNEY IN THIS MATTER. If you are currently represented by an attorney, CONTACT YOUR ATTORNEY IMMEDIATELY UPON RECEIVING THIS NOTICE. Your previous attorney may not be representing you in this matter.

IF YOU WISH TO HIRE AN ATTORNEY, please retain one as soon as possible to represent you in this proceeding. If you need help 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 CANNOT AFFORD TO HIRE AN ATTORNEY and you meet the state’s financial guidelines, you are entitled to have an attorney appointed for you at state expense. TO REQUEST APPOINTMENT OF AN ATTORNEY TO REPRESENT YOU AT STATE EXPENSE, YOU MUST IMMEDIATELY CONTACT the Coos County Circuit Court at 250 N. Baxter Street, Coquille, OR 97423, phone: 541-396-8372 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. for further information. IF YOU ARE REPRESENTED BY AN ATTORNEY, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO MAINTAIN CONTACT WITH YOUR ATTORNEY AND TO KEEP YOUR ATTORNEY ADVISED OF YOUR WHEREABOUTS.

(2) If you contest the petition, the court will schedule a hearing on the allegations of the petition and order you to appear personally and may schedule other hearings related to the petition and order you to appear personally. IF YOU ARE ORDERED TO APPEAR, YOU MUST APPEAR PERSONALLY IN THE COURTROOM, UNLESS THE COURT HAS GRANTED YOU AN EXCEPTION IN ADVANCE under ORS 419B.918 to appear by other means including, but not limited to, telephonic or other electronic means. An attorney may not attend the hearing(s) in your place.

PETITIONER’S ATTORNEY Anthony R. Valdivia, OSB #192416

Assistant Attorney General Department of Justice 975 Oak Street, Suite 200 Eugene, OR 97401 (541) 686-7973 ISSUED this 23rd day of March, 2026. Issued by: s/s Anthony R. Valdivia, OSB #192416

Assistant Attorney General 3/31, 4/7, & 4/14/2026 World 424957 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR COOS COUNTY Juvenile Department In the Matters of PRESTON L.ULLOM, BENTLEY J. ULLOM, Children.

Case No. 26JU00394 Case No. 26JU00395

PUBLISHED SUMMONS TO: Jamison Donald Ullom, aka Jamison D. Ullom IN THE NAME OF THE STATE OF OREGON:

A petition has been filed asking the court to terminate your parental rights to the above-named child under ORS 419B.500, 419B.502, 419B.504, 419B.506 and/or 419B.508 for the purpose of placing the child for adoption. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO PERSONALLY APPEAR before the Coos County Circuit Court, 250 N. Baxter Street. Coquille, OR 97423, on April 30, 2026, at 8:15 a.m. for a hearing on the allegations of the petition and to personally appear at any subsequent court-ordered hearing. YOU MUST APPEAR PERSONALLY in the courtroom on the date and at the time listed above. AN ATTORNEY MAY NOT ATTEND THE HEARING IN YOUR PLACE. THEREFORE, YOU MUST APPEAR EVEN IF YOUR ATTORNEY ALSO APPEARS.

This summons is published pursuant to the order of the circuit court judge of the aboveentitled court, dated March 12, 2026. The order directs that this summons be published once each week for three consecutive weeks, making three publications in all, in a published newspaper of general circulation in Coos County, Oregon.

Date of first publication: March 31, 2026

Date of last publication: April 14, 2026

NOTICE READ THESE PAPERS CAREFULLY

IF YOU DO NOT APPEAR PERSONALLY BEFORE THE COURT OR DO NOT APPEAR AT ANY SUBSEQUENT

COURT-ORDERED HEARING, the court may proceed in your absence without further notice and TERMINATE YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS to the abovenamed child either on the date an answer is required by this summons or on a future date and may make such orders and take such action as authorized by law.

PETITIONER’S ATTORNEY Anthony R. Valdivia, OSB #192416 Assistant Attorney General Department of Justice 975 Oak Street, Suite 200 Eugene, OR 97401 (541) 686-7973 ISSUED this 23rd day of March, 2026. Issued by: s/s Anthony R. Valdivia, OSB #192416 Assistant Attorney General 3/31, 4/7, & 4/14/2026 World 424955 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS BILLY G. BAKER and LINDA M. BAKER, Plaintiffs, vs. THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF DONALD F. HUTCHESON AND VIRGINIA LEE HUTCHESON, Defendants.

Case No. 26CV10228

SUMMONS TO: THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF DONALD F HUTCHESON AND VIRGINIA LEE HUTCHESON IN THE NAME OF THE STATE OF OREGON: You are hereby required to appear and answer the Quiet Title Complaint related to the property located at 93421 Easy Creek LN & 93406 Rainmaker LN, Coos Bay, OR 97420 filed against you in the above entitled suit within thirty (30) days of the date of first publication as shown below. This SUMMONS is published by order of the Honorable Andrew E Combs, entered on March 9, 2026, directing publication of this summons once each week in THE WORLD NEWSPAPER, distributed in Coos County, Oregon. NOTICE TO DEFENDANTS: READ THESE PAPERS CAREFULLY

You must “appear” in this case or the other side will win automatically. To “appear” you must file with the court a legal document called a “motion” or “answer.” The “motion” or “answer” must be given to the court clerk or administrator with thirty (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 any ques-

tions, you should contact an attorney immediately. If you need help in finding an attorney, you may contact the Oregon State Bar’s Lawyer Referral Service Online at www.oregonstatebar. org or by calling (503)-6843763 or toll free in Oregon at (800)-452-7636. Daniel M Hinrichs [OSB #925915] Attorney for Plaintiffs 590 Commercial Avenue Coos Bay, Oregon 97420 Phone: 541-267-0229

Date of First Publication: March 24, 2026. 3/24, 3/31, 4/7, & 4/14/2026 World 424624

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, 2026 to June 30, 2027 will be held at Charleston Fire District, 92342 Cape Arago Hwy. The meeting will take place on the 4th day of May, 2026 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 4, 2026 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. 4/14 & 4/28/2026 World 425496

NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING

A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the City of Bandon, Coos County, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027, will be held at City Hall, 555 Highway 101, Bandon, OR. The meeting will take place on April 27, 2026, at 7:00 PM. The purpose of the meeting is to receive the budget message. A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained after April 22, 2026, at City Hall, during office hours Monday through Thursday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The City’s website, where this notice can also be read, is: https://www.bandon-or.gov/ This is a public meeting where the Budget Committee will deliberate. Listed below are the dates and locations of additional Budget Committee meetings that will be held to receive public comment. Any person may attend and discuss the proposed programs with the Budget Committee. Additional Meeting Dates: May 11, 2026, at 7:00 PM (Budget and State Revenue Sharing) May 18, 2026, at 7:00 pm (If Needed) Location: City Hall 555 Highway 101 Bandon, OR The public may also attend via Zoom: Join Zoom Meeting https://Zoom.us/Join To call in for audio: +1 253 215 8782 (US) MEETING ID: 215 705 9460

For questions, please contact June Hinojosa, City Recorder, at 541-347-7929 or june@ bandon-or.gov 4/14/2026 World 425385

NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING

A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Port of Bandon, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, will be held at the Sprague Room at the Bandon Public Library. The meeting will take place on April 23, 2026, at 5:00pm. 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. Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web. zoom.us/j/89017919071: Meeting ID: 890 1791 9071: One tap mobile: +17193594580,,89017919071# US or Join instructions: https:// us02web.zoom.us/meetings/89017919071/invitations ?signature=MwvmMYgE1ENb KrCRn__VfK63GIMJDqMwXSPZsi4FM-Y. Any persons may attend the meeting and discuss the proposed program with the Budget Committee. A copy of the budget may be inspected or obtained on or after April 21, 2026, at the Port of Bandon office, 390 1st St SW, Bandon, Oregon, between the hours of 10:00am and 2:00pm. This notice is also posted on the Port of Bandon website. 4/14/2026 World 425438 Notice of Budget Committee Meeting

A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Timber Park Rural Fire Protection District,

Coos County, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027, will be held at the Eastside Fire Hall, 365 D Street, Coos Bay, Oregon. The meeting will take place on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 7 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 obtained on or after April 24, 2026 by calling HMW CPAs & Associates LLC, 3690 Broadway, North Bend, Oregon at (541) 269-9338 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. 4/14 & 4/21/2026 World 425489

NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING CITY OF POWERS, OREGON A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the City of Powers, Coos County, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027, will be held on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 6:00 PM at Powers Senior Center, 120 Fir Street, Powers, OR 97466. The purpose of the meeting is to receive the proposed budget, budget message, and 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. The meeting will be held in person and by teleconference. Written public comments may also be submitted by email to admin@cityofpowers.com no later than 8:00 AM on April 21. Comments received by that deadline will be provided to the Budget Committee as part of the meeting record. A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained on or after April 21 at City Hall, 275 Fir Street, during regular business hours or via email request to admin@cityofpowers.com. For accommodation needs, please contact City Recorder Stephanie Patterson at (541) 439-3331 or admin@cityofpowers.com at least 48 hours before the meeting. 4/7 & 4/14/2026 World 425107 NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING FAIRVIEW RURAL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Fairview Rural Fire Protection District, County of Coos, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027 will be held in the Fairview Fire Station, 96848 Lone Pine Lane, Coquille, OR 97423. The meeting will take place on May 11,2026 at 7:00 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to receive the budget message and to receive comments from the public on the budget. A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained on or after April15,2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., weekdays, by contacting Pam Nelson Fairview RFPD 96775 Fairview Sumner Ln, Coquille OR, telephone (541) 396-3473. The May 11, 2026 meeting is a public meeting where deliberations of the Budget Committee will take place. Any person may appear at the meeting to discuss the proposed budget with the Budget Committee. 4/14 & 4/21/2026 World 425485 The Fortress Self Storage 1503 Ocean Blvd NW Coos

records of Coos County, Oregon as Instrument No. 2022- 01548 in Book xx, Page xx covering the following described real property situated in said County and State, to wit: LOT 12, BLOCK 4, THE TOWNSITE OF COOS BAY PLAT “A”, DIVISION 1, COOS COUNTY, OREGON, TOGETHER WITH ANY PORTION OF THE VACATED ALLEY, WHICH WAS VACATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 1620, RECORDED OCTOBER 24, 1980, BEARING MICROFILM REEL NO. 80-4-7663, RECORDS OF COOS COUNTY, OREGON, WHICH WOULD INURE THERETO BY REASON OF THE VACATION THEREOF. Commonly known as: 2353 Brussells St, North Bend, OR 97459 The current beneficiary is Rocket Mortgage, LLC f/k/a Quicken Loans, LLC pursuant to assignment of deed of trust recorded on 02/06/2023 as Inst No. 2023-00688 in the records of Coos, Oregon. The beneficiary has elected and directed successor trustee to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by said trust deed and notice has been recorded pursuant to Section 86.752(3) of Oregon Revised Statutes: the default for which the foreclosure is made is the grantor’s failure to: Make the monthly payments commencing with the payment due on 06/01/2025 and continuing each month until this trust deed is reinstated or goes to trustee’s sale; plus a late charge on each installment not paid within fifteen days following the payment due date; trustee’s fees and other costs and expenses associated with this foreclosure and any further breach of any term or condition contained in subject note and deed of trust. 1. By the reason of said default the beneficiary has declared all obligations secured by said deed of trust immediately due and payable, said sums being the following, to wit: Principal balance in the amount of:

$127,406.18; 2. Interest through 01/23/2026 in the amount of: $2,836.12 3. MIP/ PMI Advances in the amount of: $0.00 4. Recoverable balance in the amount of:

$4,496.52 5. Total Fees in the amount of: $242.00 6. Late Charges in the amount of: $69.36 7. Escrow Advances in the amount of: $2,713.56 8. Together with the interest thereon at the rate 3.2500000% per annum until paid; plus all accrued late charges thereon; and all trustee’s fees, foreclosure costs and any sums advanced by the beneficiary pursuant to the terms of said deed of trust. The principal sum of $127,406.18 together with the interest thereon at the rate 3.2500000% per annum from 05/01/2025 until paid; plus all accrued late charges thereon; and all trustee’s fees, foreclosure costs and any sums advanced by the beneficiary pursuant to the terms of said deed of trust. Whereof, notice hereby is given that the undersigned trustee will on 05/27/2026 at the hour of 1:00 PM, Standard of Time, as established by Section 187.110, Oregon Revised Statutes, at the front entrance of the Courthouse, Coos County Courthouse, 250 North Baxter Street, Coquille, OR 97423, County of Coos, State of Oregon, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the said described real property which the grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by him of the said trust deed, together with any interest which the grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said trust deed, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured (and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the trustee). Notice is further given that any person named in Section 86.778 of Oregon Revised Statutes; has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the trust deed reinstated by payment to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of said principal as would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, trustee’s and attorney’s fees and curing any other default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the obligation or trust deed, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for the sale. In construing this, the masculine gender includes the feminine and the successor in interest to the grantor as well as any other person owing obligation, the performance of which is secured by said trust deed; the words “trustee” and “beneficiary” include their respective successors in interest, if any. Pursuant to Oregon Law, this sale will not be deemed final until the Trustee’s deed has been issued by Prime Recon LLC. If

any irregularities are discovered within 10 days of the date of this sale, the trustee will rescind the sale, return the buyer’s money and take further action as necessary. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. Also, please be advised that pursuant to the terms stated on the Deed of Trust and Note, the beneficiary is allowed to conduct property inspections while there is a default. This shall serve as notice that the beneficiary shall be conducting property inspections on the referenced property. Without limiting the trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the trustee’s sale. NOTICE TO RESIDENTIAL TENANTS The property in which you are living is in foreclosure. A foreclosure sale is scheduled for 05/27/2026 (date). The date of this sale may be postponed. Unless the lender that is foreclosing on this property is paid before the sale date, the foreclosure will go through and someone new will own this property. After the sale, the new owner is required to provide you with contact information and notice that the sale took place. The following information applies to you only if you are a bona fide tenant occupying and renting this property as a residential dwelling under a legitimate rental agreement. The information does not apply to you if you own this property or if you are not a bona fide residential tenant. If the foreclosure sale goes through, the new owner will have the right to require you to move out. Before the new owner can require you to move, the new owner must provide you with written notice that specifies the date by which you must move out. If you do not leave before the move-out date, the new owner can have the sheriff remove you from the property after a court hearing. You will receive notice of the court hearing. PROTECTION FROM EVICTION IF YOU ARE A BONA FIDE TENANT OCCUPYING AND RENTING THIS PROPERTY AS A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING, YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO CONTINUE LIVING IN THIS PROPERTY AFTER THE FORECLOSURE SALE FOR: 60 DAYS FROM THE DATE YOU ARE GIVEN A WRITTEN TERMINATION NOTICE, IF YOU HAVE A FIXED TERM LEASE; OR AT LEAST 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE YOU ARE GIVEN A WRITTEN TERMINATION NOTICE, IF YOU HAVE A MONTH-TOMONTH OR WEEK-TO-WEEK RENTAL AGREEMENT. If the new owner wants to move in and use this property as a primary residence, the new owner can give you written notice and require you to move out after 30 days, even though you have a fixed term lease with more than 30 days left. You must be provided with at least 30 days’ written notice after the foreclosure sale before you can be required to move. A bona fide tenant is a residential tenant who is not the borrower (property owner) or a child, spouse or parent of the borrower, and whose rental agreement: Is the result of an arm’s-length transaction; Requires the payment of rent that is not substantially less than fair market rent for the property, unless the rent is reduced or subsidized due to a federal, state or local subsidy; and Was entered into prior to the date of the foreclosure sale. ABOUT YOUR TENANCY BETWEEN NOW AND THE FORECLOSURE SALE: RENT YOU SHOULD CONTINUE TO PAY RENT TO YOUR LANDLORD UNTIL THE PROPERTY IS SOLD OR UNTIL A COURT TELLS YOU OTHERWISE. IF YOU DO NOT PAY RENT, YOU CAN BE EVICTED. BE SURE TO KEEP PROOF OF ANY PAYMENTS YOU MAKE. SECURITY DEPOSIT You may apply your security deposit and any rent you paid in advance against the current rent you owe your landlord as provided in ORS 90.367. To do this, you must notify your landlord in writing that you want to

subtract the amount of your security deposit or prepaid rent from your rent payment. You may do this only for the rent you owe your current landlord. If you do this, you must do so before the foreclosure sale. The business or individual who buys this property at the foreclosure sale is not responsible to you for any deposit or prepaid rent you paid to your landlord. ABOUT YOUR TENANCY AFTER THE FORECLOSURE SALE

The new owner that buys this property at the foreclosure sale may be willing to allow you to stay as a tenant instead of requiring you to move out after 30 or 60 days. After the sale, you should receive a written notice informing you that the sale took place and giving you the new owner’s name and contact information. You should contact the new owner if you would like to stay. If the new owner accepts rent from you, signs a new residential rental agreement with you or does not notify you in writing within 30 days after the date of the foreclosure sale that you must move out, the new owner becomes your new landlord and must maintain the property. Otherwise: You do not owe rent; The new owner is not your landlord and is not responsible for maintaining the property on your behalf; and You must move out by the date the new owner specifies in a notice to you.

The new owner may offer to pay your moving expenses and any other costs or amounts you and the new owner agree on in exchange for your agreement to leave the premises in less than 30 or 60 days. You should speak with a lawyer to fully understand your rights before making any decisions regarding your tenancy. IT IS UNLAWFUL FOR ANY PERSON TO TRY TO FORCE YOU TO LEAVE YOUR DWELLING UNIT WITHOUT FIRST GIVING YOU WRITTEN NOTICE AND GOING TO COURT TO EVICT YOU. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR RIGHTS, YOU SHOULD CONSULT A LAWYER. If you believe you need legal assistance, contact the Oregon State Bar and ask for the lawyer referral service. Contact information for the Oregon State Bar is included with this notice. If you do not have enough money to pay a lawyer and are otherwise eligible, you may be able to receive legal assistance for free. Information about whom to contact for free legal assistance is included with this notice. OREGON STATE BAR, 16037 S.W. Upper Boones Ferry Road, Tigard Oregon 97224, Phone (503) 620- 0222, Toll-free 1-800-452-8260 Website: http:// www.oregonlawhelp.org The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act requires that we state the following: this is an attempt to collect, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If a discharge has been obtained by any party through bankruptcy proceedings: This shall not be construed to be an attempt to collect the outstanding indebtedness or hold you personally liable for the debt. This letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. NOTICE TO VETER-

ANS If the recipient of this notice is a veteran of the armed forces, assistance may be available from a county veterans’ service officer or community action agency. Contact information for a service officer appointed for the county in which you live and contact information for a community action agency that serves the area where you live may be obtained by calling a 2-1-1 information service.

Dated: 1/15/2026 Prime Recon LLC By: Carmen Robinson, Authorized Signer Prime Recon LLC 27368 Via Industria, Ste 201 Temecula, CA 92590 Phone number for the Trustee: (888) 725-4142 A-FN4863562 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, & 5/5/2026 World 425487

TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE T.S. No.: OR-251031816-RM Reference is made to that certain deed made by, GEORGE R. SMIDT AND ROBIN L. BLACKORBY, NOT AS TENANTS IN COMMON, BUT WITH RIGHTS OF SURVIVORSHIP as Grantor to First American Title Ins. Co., as trustee, in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, as Beneficiary, dated 6/30/2022, recorded 7/8/2022, in official records of COOS County, Oregon in book/reel/volume No. and/or as fee/file/instrument/microfilm/reception number 202206589 and subsequently assigned or transferred by operation of law to Freedom Mortgage Corporation covering the following described real

property situated in said County, and State. APN: 872905 / 28S1232-C0-01400 BEGINNING AT AN IRON PIPE DRIVEN IN THE GROUND AT THE INITIAL POINT OF THIS DESCRIPTION WHICH IS SITUATED 2086.5 FEET NORTH AND 615.6 FEET WEST OF THE QUARTER SECTION CORNER ON THE SOUTH BOUNDARY OF SECTION 32, TOWNSHIP 28 SOUTH, RANGE 12 WEST OF THE WILLAMETTE MERIDIAN, COOS COUNTY, OREGON; SAID INITIAL POINT IS SITUATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE PARCEL OF LAND BEING DESCRIBED; THENCE NORTH 39° 12’ EAST ALONG THE WEST BOUNDARY OF SAID PARCEL OF LAND A DISTANCE OF 190.0 FEET TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER THEREOF; THENCE SOUTH 50° 48’ EAST 200.0 FEET ALONG THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF SAID PARCEL OF LAND TO THE NORTHEAST CORNER THEREOF; THENCE SOUTH 39° 12’ WEST 190.0 FEET ALONG THE EAST BOUNDARY OF SAID PARCEL OF LAND TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER THEREOF; THENCE NORTH 50° 48’ WEST 200.0 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH BOUNDARY OF SAID PARCEL OF LAND TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. EXCEPT THAT PORTION CONVEYED TO THE STATE OF OREGON, BY AND THROUGH ITS STATE HIGHWAY COMMISSION BY INSTRUMENT RECORDED MAY 29, 1969 IN MICROFILM NO. 69-5-39059, RECORDS OF COOS COUNTY, OREGON. Commonly known as: 54345 FRONTAGE RD, MYRTLE POINT, OR 97458

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: $49,807.77 TOTAL REQUIRED TO PAYOFF: $322,607.71

Because of interest, late charges, and other charges that may vary from day-to-day, the amount due on the day you pay may be greater. It will be necessary for you to contact the Trustee before the time you tender reinstatement or the payoff amount so that you may be advised of the exact amount you will be required to pay. By reason of the default, the beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by the trust deed immediately due and payable, those sums being the following, to- wit: The installments of principal and interest which became due on 4/1/2024, 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 7/20/2026 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, 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 ROBIN BLACKORBY 54345 FRONTAGE RD MYRTLE POINT, OR 97458 Original Borrower GEORGE SMIDT 54345 FRONTAGE RD MYRTLE POINT, OR 97458 Original Borrower For Sale Information Call: 800-758-8052 or Login to: https://www.xome.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-25-1031816-RM Dated: 2/27/2026 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 #0313476 3/31, 4/7, 4/14, 4/21/2026 World 424352

TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE TS No.: 181548 APN: 2131700 Reference is made to that certain deed made by Richard Steven Olson and Sally Diane Olson, as tenants by entirety as Grantor to Ticor Title, as Trustee, in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as designated nominee for OCMBC, Inc. as Beneficiary, dated 03/04/2022, recorded 03/07/2022, in the official records of Coos County, Oregon as Instrument No. 2022-02144 in Book xx, Page xx covering the following described real property situated in said County and State, to wit: LOT 1, 2 AND 3, BLOCK 19, PLAT OF HOLLYWOOD, IN THE COUNTY OF COOS AND STATE OF OREGON. Commonly known as: 63542 S OLIVE RD, Coos bay, OR 97420 The current beneficiary is Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC pursuant to assignment of deed of trust recorded on 06/27/2025 as Inst No. 2025-04193 in the records of Coos, Oregon. The beneficiary has elected and directed successor trustee to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by said trust deed and notice has been recorded pursuant to Section 86.752(3) of Oregon Revised Statutes: the default for which the foreclosure is made is the grantor’s failure to: Make the monthly payments commencing with the payment due on 08/01/2024 and continuing each month until this trust deed is reinstated or goes to trustee’s

7. Escrow Advances in the amount of: $7,633.42 8. Together with the interest thereon at the rate 3.75% per annum until paid; plus all accrued late charges thereon; and all trustee’s fees, foreclosure costs and any sums advanced by the beneficiary pursuant to the terms of said deed of trust. The principal sum of $219,444.59 together with the interest thereon at the rate 3.75% per annum from 07/01/2024 until paid; plus all accrued late charges thereon; and all trustee’s fees, foreclosure costs and any sums advanced by the beneficiary pursuant to the terms of said deed of trust. Whereof, notice hereby is given that the undersigned trustee will on 05/04/2026 at the hour of 11:00 AM, Standard of Time, as established by Section 187.110, Oregon Revised Statutes, at the At the front entrance of the Coos County Courthouse, 2nd And Baxter Streets, 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 the sale. In construing this, the masculine gender includes the feminine and the successor in interest to the grantor as well as any other person owing obligation, the performance of

money and take further action as necessary. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. Also, please be advised that pursuant to the terms stated on the Deed of Trust and Note, the beneficiary is allowed to conduct property inspections while there is a default. This shall serve as notice that the beneficiary shall be conducting property inspections on the referenced property. Without limiting the trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic.

Prospective purchasers of

residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the trustee’s sale. NOTICE TO RESIDENTIAL TENANTS The property in which you are living is in foreclosure. A foreclosure sale is scheduled for 05/04/2026 (date). The date of this sale may be postponed. Unless the lender that is foreclosing on this property is paid before the sale date, the foreclosure will go through and someone new will own this property. After the sale, the new owner is required to provide you with contact information and notice that the sale took place. The following information applies to you only if you are a bona fide tenant occupying and renting this property as a residential dwelling under a legitimate rental agreement. The information does not apply to you if you own this property or if you are not a bona fide residential tenant. If the foreclosure sale goes through, the new owner will have the right to require you to move out. Before the new owner can require you to move, the new owner must provide you with written notice that specifies the date by which you must move out. If you do not leave before the move-out date, the new owner can have the sheriff remove you from the property after a court hearing. You will receive notice of the court hearing. PROTECTION FROM EVICTION IF YOU ARE A BONA FIDE TENANT OCCUPYING AND RENTING

THIS PROPERTY AS A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING, YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO CONTINUE LIVING IN THIS PROPERTY AFTER THE FORECLOSURE SALE FOR:

60 DAYS FROM THE DATE YOU ARE GIVEN A WRITTEN TERMINATION NOTICE, IF YOU HAVE A FIXED TERM LEASE; OR AT LEAST 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE YOU ARE GIVEN A WRITTEN TERMINATION NOTICE, IF YOU HAVE A MONTH-TOMONTH OR WEEK-TO-WEEK RENTAL AGREEMENT. If the new owner wants to move in and use this property as a primary residence, the new owner can give you written notice and require you to move out after 30 days, even though you have a fixed term lease with more than 30 days left. You must be provided with at least 30 days’ written notice after the foreclosure sale before you can be required to move. A bona fide tenant is a residential tenant who is not the borrower (property owner) or a child, spouse or parent of the borrower, and whose rental agreement: Is the result of an arm’s-length transaction; Requires the payment of rent that is not substantially less than fair market rent for the property, unless the rent is reduced or subsidized due to a federal, state or local subsidy; and Was entered into prior to the date of the foreclosure sale. ABOUT YOUR TENANCY BETWEEN NOW AND THE FORECLOSURE SALE: RENT YOU SHOULD CONTINUE TO PAY

RENT TO YOUR LANDLORD

UNTIL THE PROPERTY IS SOLD OR UNTIL A COURT TELLS YOU OTHERWISE. IF YOU DO NOT PAY RENT, YOU CAN BE EVICTED. BE SURE TO KEEP PROOF OF ANY PAYMENTS YOU MAKE. SECURITY DEPOSIT You may apply your security deposit and any rent you paid in advance against the current rent you owe your landlord as provided in ORS 90.367. To do this, you must notify your landlord in writing that you want to subtract the amount of your security deposit or prepaid rent from your rent payment. You may do this only for the rent you owe your current landlord. If you do this, you must do so before the foreclosure sale. The business or individual who buys this property at the foreclosure sale is not responsible to you for any deposit or prepaid rent you paid to your landlord. ABOUT YOUR TENANCY AFTER THE FORECLOSURE

SALE The new owner that buys this property at the foreclosure sale may be willing to allow you to stay as a tenant instead of requiring you to move out after 30 or 60 days. After the sale, you should receive a written notice informing you that the sale took place and giving you the new owner’s name and contact information. You should contact the new owner if you would like to stay. If the new owner accepts rent from you, signs a new residential rental agreement with you or does not notify you in writing within 30 days after the date of the foreclosure

sale that you must move out, the new owner becomes your new landlord and must maintain the property. Otherwise: You do not owe rent; The new owner is not your landlord and is not responsible for maintaining the property on your behalf; and You must move out by the date the new owner specifies in a notice to you. The new owner may offer to pay your moving expenses and any other costs or amounts you and the new owner agree on in exchange for your agreement to leave the premises in less than 30 or 60 days. You should speak with a lawyer to fully understand your rights before making any decisions regarding your tenancy. IT IS UNLAWFUL FOR ANY PERSON TO TRY TO FORCE YOU TO LEAVE YOUR DWELLING UNIT WITHOUT FIRST GIVING YOU WRITTEN NOTICE AND GOING TO COURT TO EVICT YOU. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR RIGHTS, YOU SHOULD CONSULT A LAWYER. If you believe you need legal assistance, contact the Oregon State Bar and ask for the lawyer referral service. Contact information for the Oregon State Bar is included with this notice. If you do not have enough money to pay a lawyer and are otherwise eligible, you may be able to receive legal assistance for free. Information about whom to contact for free legal assistance is included with this notice. OREGON STATE BAR, 16037 S.W. Upper Boones Ferry Road, Tigard Oregon

Friday, April 17, 2026

Community Calendar of Events

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RECURRING EVENTS

TWEEN CLUB

Third Friday of every month

3:00–4:30 PM

Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay

A monthly hangout for tweens ages 9–14, featuring a di erent activity each month. Activities include art projects, games, conversations, and snacks.

DANCE AND FITNESS

CLASS

Every other Saturday (year-round, except holidays)

9:00–10:00 AM

357 S. 6th Street, Coos Bay

A fun, world-music-inspired

ﬁtness class for all levels. New dancers welcome. Free.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME

Every Tuesday 10:30 AM

North Bend Public Library, 1800 Sherman Ave.

Movement-based music program for toddlers ages 2–3.

FOCCAS ADOPTION

SHOWCASE

Every Saturday

10:00 AM–4:00 PM (other times by appointment)

Pony Village Mall, 1611 Virginia Ave., North Bend

Meet adoptable cats and dogs from Friends of Coos County Animals. All animals live in foster homes.

PEACEFUL DEMOCRATIC

RALLY

First & third Saturdays of each month

12:00–2:00 PM

Coos Bay Boardwalk, 200 S. Bayshore Dr.

A community gathering to express views, support democracy, and connect with like-minded neighbors.

BROWNIES & BOARD

GAMES (TEENS)

First Tuesday of each month

4:00 PM

North Bend Public Library, 1800 Sherman Ave.

Teens ages 13–18 are invited to play board games and enjoy brownies. Games and snacks provided.

CHM First Tuesday Talk

First Tuesday of each month

6:00–7:00 PM (doors open at 5:30 PM)

Coos History Museum, 1210 N. Front St.

Cost: Free for members; $7 adults / $3 youth / $5

Zoom Description: Monthly lecture on local history topics. Pre-registration encouraged.

FURRY FRIENDS THERAPY

DOGS, INC. MEETING

Fourth Thursday of each month (Third Thursday in November & December)

Cedar Room, Coos Bay Public Library

Learn about sharing your dog’s love through therapy visits. Open to all interested community members.

GRIEF & LOSS SUPPORT GROUP

First Friday of each month

12:00–2:00 PM

Ka e 101, 171 S. Broadway, Coos Bay

A welcoming support group hosted by Paciﬁc Home Health & Hospice.

WOMEN’S EMPOWERMENT BOOK CLUB

First Saturday of each month 11:00 AM–12:00 PM

Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave.

Monthly discussion celebrating women’s resilience and achievements.

SKETCHBOOK CLUB

First Saturday of each month 11:00 AM–12:00 PM

CAM Studio, 187 Central Ave., Coos Bay

Free creative sketching time for artists of all levels.

BUILD IT SATURDAYS (LEGO®)

First Saturday of each month 12:00–1:30 PM

Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave.

Open LEGO building for ages 0–14. Kids under 11 must be accompanied by an adult.

BUILD IT CHALLENGE (LEGO®)

Second Thursday of each month

3:00–4:00 PM

Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave.

Build themed LEGO creations using the library’s brick collection.

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP

Second Thursday of each month 1:00–2:30 PM

Coos Bay Public Library, Myrtlewood Room

Support and connection for people with Parkinson’s and care partners.

OREGON BAY AREA BEAUTIFICATION

Second Saturday of each month 9:45 AM Varies (see 4obab.org)

Volunteer opportunities for all activity levels focused on community beautiﬁcation.

AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND – SOUTHWEST CHAPTER

Second Saturday of each month 11:30 AM | Meeting: 12:00 PM

Venture Inn Restaurant, 2265 Inland Dr., Coos Bay Advocacy, support, and community for people with visual impairments.

FREE MUSEUM ADMISSION

Second Sunday of each month 11:00 AM–5:00 PM

Coos Art Museum, 235 Anderson Ave.

ASL PRACTICE PLACE

(VIRTUAL)

Third Thursday of each month 12:00 PM Zoom

Casual ASL conversation practice. Not a class; beginners welcome.

CRAFT TAKEOUT

Third Saturday of each month 12:00–6:00 PM

Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave.

Pick up a free monthly craft kit while supplies last.

SPANGLISH: SPANISH CONVERSATION GROUP

Third Saturday of each month 10:30–11:30 AM

Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave.

Informal Spanish conversation practice for all skill levels.

COMMUNITY COOKING WITH THE CO-OP (VIRTUAL)

Fourth Thursday of each month 5:30 PM Zoom

Learn simple, healthy recipes at home in partnership with Coos Head Food Co-op.

AL-ANON MEETING

Every Wednesday 7:00 PM

Harmony United Methodist Church, Coos Bay

Peer support for friends and family of people with alcohol addiction.

LIFE DRAWING GROUP

Fourth Sunday of each month 2:00–4:00 PM

CAM Studio, 187 Central Ave., Coos Bay Cost: $120 for six sessions Description: Guided life-drawing sessions for ages 21+.

STEAMTIME Tuesday mornings 11:00 AM

Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave.

Hands-on STEAM activities for ages 4–8, geared toward preschoolers and homeschoolers.

UPCOMING EVENTS

COURAGEOUS CONVERSATIONS CONFERENCE

April 15–16, 2026 — Ko’kwel Casino & RV Park / The Mill Casino (Coos Bay)

Regional conference focused on racial justice, healing, and collective action.

Tween & Teen Cooking Club April–June 2026

Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave.

Monthly hands-on cooking club for teens and tweens ages 10–14, presented in partnership with Oregon State University Extension’s 4-H program. Each session focuses on a di erent cooking skill; participants may attend one or all sessions.

Free, with preregistration required.

Sessions: Pizza — April 15, 2026 · 3:30 PM

Sandwich Rolls & Sushi — May 22, 2026 · 3:00 PM Breakfast Foods — June 16, 2026 · 12:00 PM

Registration available at www.coosbaylibrary.org or by calling (541) 269-1101 ext. 3606.

Feathers in Flight Exhibition Opening & “Dead Birds on Hats” Talk April 18, 2026

Exhibition Hours: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM

Special Talk: 6:00–7:00 PM

Coos History Museum, 1210 N Front St., Coos Bay

Opening of Feathers in Flight, a new exhibition featuring real taxidermy specimens that highlight bird anatomy, plumage, and species diversity. Guests are invited to stay for a special talk by Museum Educator Sire Battle exploring the history of feather fashion, early conservation e orts, and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. Talk admission is $3 for members and $5 for nonmembers.

OREGON OLD-TIME FIDDLERS ACOUSTIC JAM April 18, 2026 1:00–3:00 PM

IOOF Hall, Bandon Free community jam session featuring acoustic old-time music.

MINGUS PARK EARTH DAY CELEBRATION April 18, 2026

Mingus Park Pool Parking Lot 725 N 10th St, Coos Bay

Community Earth Day event with educational booths, nature-themed activities, free plant starts, native seed giveaways, and an invasive species pull. All ages welcome.

Tattoo Art Festival April 24-26, 2026

Events start at Noon-10pm, Sunday 12- 8pm

The Ko-Kwel Casino (formally the Mill Casino) @ The Salmon Room

One Book, One Coast Community Read April 1–June 6, 2026

In-Person Book Discussion: May 1, 2026 · 1:00 PM

Virtual Author Talk with George Takei: May 31, 2026 · 2:00 PM Online (YouTube livestream)

North Bend Public Library, 1800 Sherman Ave.

Regional community reading program hosted by the North Bend Public Library as part of the West Coast’s largest book club. This year’s selection, They Called Us Enemy by George Takei, explores themes of identity, patriotism, family, and resilience through shared reading and discussion.

Radiant Wellness Faire May 2, 2026 10:00 AM–5:00 PM

The Barn Community

Center, 1200 11th St. SW, Bandon

Family-friendly community wellness fair featuring psychic and tarot readings, holistic healing, crystals and handcrafted goods, plus free workshops and lectures with over 25 regional vendors.

Creating and Planting an Avocado Orchard Workshop May 3, 2026 10:00 AM–2:00 PM

Watson Acres Avocados, 54719 Amos Rd. Myrtle Point

Hands-on educational workshop hosted by South Coast Seed Community featuring micro-orchard planning and fruit tree planting.

Participants may plant trees or observe, followed by a light lunch, free seeds, and community mingling. RSVP required.

Wildlife of Simpson Reef Seminar May 9, 2026

North Bend Public Library, 1800 Sherman Ave.

Free educational seminar exploring the wildlife of Simpson Reef, presented by Shoreline Education for Awareness, with a follow-up opportunity to view wildlife on site using scopes.

Fizzy Art (STEAM Program for Kids) May 13, 2026 10:30–11:15 AM

North Bend Public Library, 1800 Sherman Ave.

Free hands-on STEAM program for young children exploring chemical reactions through process art using baking soda and vinegar. Geared toward ages 2–5 with caregivers, though all children 12 and under are welcome.

Taste-Tea and Nourishing May 15, 2026 4:00–5:00 PM

Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave.

Free tea-tasting and wellness class presented by Natural Grocers’ Nutritional Health Coach Cheryl O’Dell, MSN. Learn about di erent types of tea, their health beneﬁts, and enjoy samples. No registration required.

DORA CEMETERY ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING May 16, 2026 9:00 AM

Coquille Fire Department 140th annual meeting of the Dora Cemetery Association. Beginner’s Guide to Container Gardening with Flowers May 16, 2026 10:00–11:30 AM

North Bend Public Library, 1800 Sherman Ave.

Free gardening workshop led by Master Gardener™ Lynn Menashian focusing on designing colorful container gardens for small spaces. Open to adults of all experience levels, with a drawing for a fully planted ﬂower container at the end of the class.

Hamilton Karaoke Night for Teens May 19, 2026

4:00–5:30 PM

North Bend Public Library, 1800 Sherman Ave.

Free karaoke event for teens ages 13–18 featuring songs from the hit musical Hamilton. Participants can perform solo or in groups in a fun, supportive environment. Costumes encouraged; snacks, drinks, and supplies provided.

Friends of the North Bend Public Library Book Sale May 30, 2026

North Bend Public Library, 1800 Sherman Ave.

One-day book sale with hundreds of gently used books and DVDs priced at $1, with early access for Friends members and proceeds supporting library programs and collections.

COQUILLE RIVERDAYS June 5–6, 2026 Coquille, Oregon

Two-day community celebration with food, music, and activities along the river.

OCMA FESTIVAL OPENER: BAY AREA CONCERT BAND

July 11, 2026 Noon - 2:00 PM

Mingus Park Amphitheater, 725 N 10th St, Coos Bay

The 48th Annual Oregon Coast Music Festival opens. Learn more about the BACB 50th Anniversary at https:// www.bayareaconcertband. org/\\\\

Cello and Piano Duo of Dace Gregory and Rachel Palen with Swingin’ in the Rain Big Band July 16, 2026 · 7:00 PM

Southwestern Oregon Community College, Hales Center for the Performing Arts, Coos Bay

Evening concert featuring world-renowned cellist Dace Gregory and pianist Rachel Palen performing “Musical Moments of Wonder,” joined by the locally based Swingin’ in the Rain Big Band playing classic swing favorites. Tickets $20, available at the door.

The Stu of Legends: Preview of Pops Orchestra Concert

July 22, 2026 · 12:00 PM

Southwestern Oregon Community College, Umpqua Hall 109, Coos Bay

Free midday preview event with Pops Orchestra Conductor Adam Stern and contrabassoon soloist Nicole Buetti. Enjoy conversation, music excerpts, and insights into the upcoming Pops concert inspired by myths and legends, including a featured performance of Ruth Gipps’ Leviathan.

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“I’m pretty conservative minded, I think. I’m not an extremist by any means. I believe you need to talk to the people you’re representing. I firmly believe elected people are public servants, that’s what you are. You work for the people that elected you, so you need to keep in touch with those people. See what their needs and their wants are. You’ve got to stay somewhere in the middle.

“You can’t be extreme one way or the other. Our country was founded on majority, so if you’re somewhere in the middle, you’re serving the majority of the people. That’s what you have got to try to do. I get you’re not going to make everybody happy, let’s face it. If you can touch the most people, that’s where you need to focus.”

On his personal priorities and goals:

“What really pushed me and motivated me to run for this office was when I went to a meeting last year when they closed half the jail down and, in my opinion, gutted the Sheriff’s Department. I live out in a rural part of the county, and we’re pretty dependent on the sheriff’s department for public safety. We don’t have city police and we don’t have a lot of state troopers around here.

“I think that’s the majority of our county. If you really look at where our county is, we’re mostly rural. So that was a big

“I came back to Coos Bay in late 2019 after about 4 years in Salem. My kid graduated high school, and I decided I wanted to come home. I’ve owned my own businesses for the past six years, Farmers Insurance Agency over in North Bend and Blue Ridge Strategies, my public affairs company. And Blue Ridge Ranch and Rescue, we have a small ranch that mostly my wife runs, but I do a lot of work, of course. Different animals we’ve rescued over the years, horses and stuff. That’s not really a money maker for us, but it’s a passion.

“I’ve been serving on the County Budget Committee for about 4 years, and I’ve been on the School District Budget Committee for a few years here in Coos Bay. I saw the Budget Committee as an opportunity for me to contribute. My goal, when I was gone and since I’ve been back, has always been to help this place to thrive, you know.

“I’ve been president of the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce, Chair of the South Coast Development Council. Coos Bay North Bend Rotary Club I’ve been involved with them and been helping out a lot with the Bus Jam and different charitable organizations like that.”

On his political philosophy and the role of government:

“In general, the role of government is to lay the groundwork for having a functioning, stable society. Law enforcement, roads, elections. Parks are important because people need to be able to get outside and recreate whether they have money or not. All of those things are really important and help to develop our social climate and our community.

“Public health is an important one, and mental health, we see people who are homeless all the time out on the street that could use some of those services. I also think the government needs to be efficient in how it provides those services. There’s a reason why government provides certain things that the private sector doesn’t, it’s because they’re not meant to be profitable.

“Specific to the County Commissioners, it’s a nonpartisan role and I really don’t think that the big picture partisan politics plays into this job much, if ever at all.

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priority for me.”

On the budget and county finances:

“I understand the Sheriff’s Department is the biggest budget out of the general fund, but I also believe they should be the first ones funded and the last ones cut. The main job of the County is the protection and safety of the citizens. You can’t do that without a place to put criminals; you can’t keep them off the streets. With half the capacity of our jail we’ve got a pretty severe catch and release problem…

“One thing, and it’s been proven here fairly recently, that one of the things the county could exercise more is volunteers. I think we do a poor job of that. We have a local business, Elkhorn Barbecue, just organized a big cleanup out on the North Spit. It was a huge success. There were some county personnel that participated in that, but it was largely private citizens that went out there. The rubbish that was picked up was just phenomenal.

On homelessness and housing:

“I want to see what we can do to with the homeless crisis we have. We gotta come up with something that’s going to work for our county. I don’t believe what’s being dictated by Salem is working here in our area. That might work in a big city, but you can’t apply big city stuff to small town U.S.A, it’s just different.

“I really think a lot of the homeless people out here on the streets, it’s almost

You’re basically running a $140 million organization; that’s 1 of 3 people in an executive role. You’re supervising department heads and taking care of HR issues, setting policy and making ordinances about land use…

“The commission should be focused on how it provides the services that the county needs in an efficient way. For some people that means cutting everything. For me, we’ve been cutting so much that have to find a way to actually grow our law enforcement, and we can use a few more people in all of the county offices. You don’t want to make it huge, but adequate for the community that we have and their needs.”

On his personal priorities and goals for the position:

“The biggest issue for me is financial stability for the county government, and through that to help facilitate economic development. I think that the commissioners have an opportunity, sometimes they’re decision makers on things and other times I think that they could be cheerleaders, substantively, by really focusing on how we grow our tax base.

“When you’ve got a $140 million budget, about seven million of it comes from property taxes, so you’ve got to find a way to get creative about how you get your revenue. The long-term goal is to develop an economy here. I’m a supporter of the Pacific Coast Intermodal Port project and in my work as a consultant in public affairs and lobbying, almost all of my projects have been about economic development and small business growth. About new business opportunities on the coast that fit with our values.

“But first, we have to patch holes in the budget so that we’re not constantly cutting and finding ways to put mandates on things. One of those is, I’d be in favor of pursuing a tribal Memorandum of Understanding for the Wagon Road Lands. I think that we can expand our parks holdings. I’d like to try to pursue perhaps some sort of a land swap to expand our RV holdings out at Bastendorff Beach. There are some opportunities possibly in the Coquille Valley with watershed mitigation, that we could potentially pull some revenue from to help stabilize things… These are things I want to explore.

On public safety:

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a lifestyle for them. They choose, and I’m not going to I’m not saying 100% of them, they don’t want the responsibility. I think we’ve got a few different classes of homeless people. We’ve got some that were in institutions that we no longer have. So where do they have to go? If I had a family member in that situation, I’d do everything I can for them. If it’s something I couldn’t handle, I really wish there was a place for them to get the help they need. So, we need to get the facilities back up to help those people.

“Another class are the drug addicts. And the way you fix that, cut off the supply. You cut the supply; demand is going to diminish some. If it’s as readily available as it seems to be, you’re never going to fix the problem. We’ve got to help those folks too, again we don’t have those facilities to really help those people.

“In addition, there are some that are trying. That’s where some of the new low-income housing we’re building comes into play. We do need some. The other side of that, to me, in our area I think rents and property costs are outrageous. They’re not realistic for our economic area, so that’s something else we need to fix.”

On an ICE facility and federal presence in the area:

“I don’t think you can call somebody that sneaks into the country an immigrant. That’s illegal. Go sneak into another country and see what happens to you

“That’s the first priority, [the situation at the jail] is untenable. I’m not one of those people that wants to lock everybody up, but I also understand that the jail is the cornerstone of our public safety system. If you don’t have a jail, people who are in those criminal circles talk to each other. They know that they’re not going to get locked up and that emboldens them to do things.

“Then we get stuck with the homeless situation, where homeless people get put in there because they cause a problem, and most of those are mental health issues… Parole and probation, if there’s no stick, the carrot doesn’t necessarily have as much effect either. That’s one of the core problems that we’re having, and I’d like to put a lot of those revenues toward enhancing what we offer in the jail.

“I think we could go a long way with our volunteer efforts to, for example, offer some workforce training. I’m okay with people in jail getting their GED. I just want people not to be in a position where they find themselves coming back. I also support Bay Area First Step and them having a sobering center. In the jail could be in the right place, separate from the rest of the building, that way we can adequately deal with those needs.”

On housing:

“When we talk about housing, I’ve had people mention that we just don’t have the room. I think that we can create some room, and also, we need to be looking at it from a county perspective. Not just Coos Bay/North Bend, even though that is the biggest population center in the county.

“There is developable land near Lakeside, and down toward Myrtle Point and Coquille. As we talk about economic development projects, like the Port, and a need for more housing, not everybody’s going to want to live in Coos Bay and North Bend. It’s a great place to live but some people are going to be attracted to the small-town farming lifestyle in Myrtle Point or Coquille. A little bit less wind, a little warmer during the summertime, there’s a lot to like. That’s my goal. I want to see something happen no matter where it happens in the county, so that those communities benefit with new families, with kids in the schools, all of that.”

On an ICE facility:

“I don’t support a facility like that in

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there. We have to have borders, we’re sovereign nations and we have rules and laws. So, I don’t have a problem with those facilities.

“I have no problem with people coming to our country, that’s how this country was built, we were all immigrants at one time. To put it in simple a way for me, I don’t mind you coming here. Come through the front door, don’t sneak in through the back. I think the process could be a little simpler for people. With some of the things going on its slowed down for a lot of people. There are people here with work visas that can’t even go get those renewed…”

On the race and his opponent:

“I only met [Rick Osborn] recently at the County Budget Committee meeting, and we chatted. He seems to be a nice guy. It seems like we both have some common interests to me and care about the community.

“I hope what people can take away from me, win or lose, is that I do care about the community. I’m in this for the community; I’m not in it for myself. I’m not in it for anything other than trying to help our community become better. I do believe public servants serve the public. You’re not a leader, I don’t like the term elected officials, we are public servants. We’re elected by the people and we’re the best one to serve the majority interests of the community. That’s what I strive to do.”

the area. I think it’s too divisive of an issue, and one of the things I’m trying to run on is bringing people together. Proposing or pushing something like that doesn’t bring us together, it’s going to divide us a whole lot.

“I believe in strong borders, I think we should be keeping people out that we don’t want here, especially when it’s a violent offender or someone that is here illegally. They need to be shown the door immediately.

“We maybe have a couple of those folks here, but how many to do we actually have compared to somewhere it could be more streamlined or in a more populated area. So, it doesn’t seem that feasible to me. Also, things have changed so drastically in our federal administration that I don’t know how long this big ICE push is going to last.”

On transparency:

“I’m committed to transparent government. I was a reporter and then a communications guy who was comfortable going to the media… We need to update the county website so that it’s easier to use for the public, and have better use of electronics like Zoom to be able to have better public access to meetings.”

On the race and his opponent:

“I’m feeling good about my race. I only just met Mr. Coleman and don’t have anything bad to say. He came to the budget committee and sat taking notes. He’s a nice guy and I like him but I think we’re running our races independently of each other. I want to keep this civil; I want to bring people together. I even suggested to him that if he wins, I’d be happy to stay on the budget committee, and if I win, he should consider applying and continue to have a voice.

“I have support from democrats, from republicans, it just kind of runs the gamut and I’m really proud of that… We’re all kind of on the same page, that we’re not trying to push a partisan ideology, we just want the right thing for our community, and to be fair.”

As I See It

By Mary Schamehorn

All the remained at Belloni Boys Ranch, located on the east side of Highway 101 between Bandon and Coos Bay, in January of 1975 was a small shop and the office building after a tragic fire (first photo) destroyed the boys’ dormitory.

An article in Western World reported that a 14-year-old boy from Coquille was being held by police on charges of first-degree arson in connection with the fire that leveled all but a small portion of the nearly 4,000 square foot building. Fifteen boys were in the juvenile rehabilitation center at the time of the blaze. The fire occurred while a staff member was gone, having rushed another resident to Bay Area Hospital. This fire occurred just

a year after an arsonist burned the Bandon High School building to the ground.

The second and third photos tell of the big ﬁre that destroyed the large barn at Darry Van Leuven’s ranch at Bear Creek. The ﬁre of undetermined cause occurred in June of 1977 at 2 o’clock on a Saturday afternoon.

“Also completely wiped out in the blaze was Van Leuven’s milking parlor, which included equipment valued at nearly $12,000. Van Leuven, who is seen facing the camera in the second picture, along with ﬁre chief Lanny Boston headed toward the burned structure, estimated that it would cost $20,000 to rebuild the barn, which contained 5,000 square feet

of space. He carried only $5,000 worth of insurance, and estimated the losses, which included the feed, would run about $30,000.”

Van Leuven said the barn was as old as he was ... since he was just a few months old when his father, Willis Van Leuven, built it.

“By the time the fire department (who was responding to a mutual aid call) arrived, the fire had just reached the roof (third photo) and in a short time the building was gone. In addition to the barn fire, electrical wires began burning in several spots nearby, and firemen also put out two small brush fires south of the barn which resulted from the bigger fire,” according to my Western World article.

Neighbors from through-

out the valley rushed to the site and were able to save most of the sacks of feed and some baling twine.

* * * A report came over the scanner at noon on Thursday, March 26, about a missing seven-year-old child, who was last seen on the beach below Devil’s Kitchen. A search effort was underway, and a Coast Guard helicopter was being deployed to look for the little girl, but one report said that she had been located some 10 minutes after she had been reported lost. The search effort was being coordinated by the Bandon Police Department with multiple agencies, including Bandon Fire, the Coos County Sheriff’s Ofﬁce and the Oregon State Police. In another incident reported over the scanner March 25, shortly before 2 p.m., Bandon Fire assisted Bay Cities Ambulance at the Bandon Fitness Center for a 65-year-old male who lost consciousness in the sauna, and was said to be in some sort of pain. Although the scanner said responders were unable to move him out... it added that he was transported.

At 3:42 p.m. on Wednesday, Bandon Fire and Bay Cities Ambulance responded to a single vehicle accident on Highway 101 at milepost 258.5 for a report of a male trapped inside, and another man on the ground. Both lanes of travel were temporarily impacted, although the vehicle was said to be off the road,

which was covered with debris. Bay Cities Ambulances transported one of the victims and the road was cleared at 4:14 p.m.

At 5:30 on Wednesday, there was report of a bad wreck just north of the Bullards Bridge near milepost 260. A Facebook poster who was one of the ﬁrst on scene urged caution in the area for the single-vehicle accident.

* * * Sunday, March 29, there was a report of a subject in distress in Bandon as a passenger in a pickup truck, thought to be a female, had been holding up a “help” sign to a vehicle next to them. The driver was a male. The caller advised dispatch that the pickup turned at the Station Restaurant, possibly headed into Old Town. A Bandon Police ofﬁcer was able to locate the vehicle and the subjects matching the description near Paciﬁc View

out near the South Jetty. He made contact and found the passenger was actually a male and admitted to holding up the sign as a prank. He was counseled for his behavior and the ofﬁcer is going to contact his parole ofﬁcer.

* * * I have learned that Clarence Byers, a 1963 graduate of Bandon High School, died the evening of March 25 in Hillcrest South Hospital in Tulsa, Okla., where he made his home with is former wife, Judith (Rice) Byers, his son, Joshua Byers, and granddaughter, Alani Byers. He was born in Riverton on Dec. 1, 1944, to Sara and Clay Byers, and was an outstanding athlete, lettering and excelling in football, basketball and baseball. He was a skilled and trained barber, having attended and graduated barber school after high school, along with close friend and classmate, Mickey Peters of Bandon. He had been ill for the past year. He is also survived by his son Evan from Auckland, New Zealand, and Evan’s three children.

* * * On March 22, around 12:51 p.m., a Coos County deputy responded to the

PHOTO COURTESY OF MARY SCHAMEHORN

Kenneth James Snoddy Jr.

January 20, 1946 – February 19, 2026

Kenneth James Snoddy Jr. passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home on February 19, 2026, in Coos Bay, Oregon. He was born on January 20, 1946, in Modesto, California, to Kenneth James Snoddy Sr. and Lois Snoddy, both of whom preceded him in death. Ken spent his early years in Oklahoma before moving to Coquille, Oregon while in middle school, and later to North Bend, where he graduated from North Bend High School, class of 1964. During his school years, Ken was known by his classmates as a “gentle giant.” He was a standout athlete, excelling in football, baseball, and wrestling, while also participating in choir and drama. He attended college in Oklahoma and at Linfield on football scholarship. He later transferred to Oregon State University, where

he met the love of his life, Jane Armentrout (Snoddy), while working at PJ’s Pizza Parlor in Corvallis. Ken was a proud Beaver and enjoyed following their sports teams.

Ken and Jane were married March 22, 1969, in Albany, Oregon, with Ken leaving two weeks thereafter serving a tour in Vietnam as a builder with the U.S. Navy Seabees. He followed in the footsteps of his father, who also served as a Seabee during World War II. Ken went on to build a life rooted in hard work, service, and community. Before his long and impactful career in education, he owned and operated his own construction company, a wooden toy company as well as serving as a firefighter for North Bend Fire Department. Ken eventually found his true calling as a wood shop

Landis Derrell Worthen

August 11, 1929 – April 4,2026

Landis Derrell Worthen, 96, of Coos Bay, Oregon, passed away April 4, 2026. He was born August 11, 1929, in Prattsville, Arkansas, to Travis and Beron (Mitchell) Worthen. Raised on a cotton farm, he learned early the values of hard work, humility, and perseverance. In 1947, at age 18, Landis moved to Coos Bay, Oregon, where he began working in the timber industry, pulling the green chain. His work was interrupted when he

received a telegram from his mother informing him that the U.S. Army needed him to serve. He served from 1950 to 1952 during the Korean War and was a proud Purple Heart veteran. After completing his military service, Landis returned to Coos Bay and resumed his career in the lumber industry. He worked at Coos Head Lumber for 42 years before retiring. Landis was a devoted Christian and a regular

Robert Keith Andrews

April 28, 1940 – March 12, 2026

Robert ‘Bob’ Keith Andrews, 85, Aberdeen resident and former manager of Weyerhaeuser’s South Aberdeen Sawmill, died Thursday, March 12, 2026 at Harbor Regional Health in Aberdeen, WA. Bob was born on April 28, 1940, in Newberg, Oregon to Wayne Vernon Andrews and Veona Mae

(Russell) Andrews. He lived there until age 14 when his family moved to Coos Bay, Oregon. Bob graduated from Marshfield High School in Coos Bay in 1958. During the mid 1950’s Marshfield High School was a football powerhouse in the state of Oregon. Bob was so proud to have

A celebration of life gathering will be held for Michael L. Fisher, 70, of North Bend, on Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 4-9 p.m. at the Back Alley Grill at North Bend Lanes, 1225 Virginia Avenue in North Bend. Refreshments will be served. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, www.coosbayareafunerals.com

and technology teacher at Sunset Middle School. Ken also coached baseball, football, basketball, and wrestling, influencing countless young athletes and helping guide them both on and off the field.

Ken’s deep and booming voice was unforgettable. It would always be the first thing you’d hear when you arrived in the gym or at the field. Ken was a tough and sometimes intimidating man on the outside, but those who knew him best understood his gentle loving heart. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, crabbing, photography, dining out, traveling, and watching sports – especially when it meant cheering on his kids and grandkids from the sidelines.

After retiring from his teaching career, Ken and Jane opened Easy Lane Frames and Select Art Gallery where they

attending member of The First Baptist Church in Coos Bay. He enjoyed square dancing, fishing, beekeeping, growing flowers and gardening, walking, and picking berries. Survivors include his children: Polly Hollenbeck (Lee) of Coos Bay, Julia Avery (Les) of Salem, Connecticut and Mitchell Worthen of Eugene. He leaves behind 10 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and 1 greatgreat-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his

enjoyed combining both of their skills and interests –woodworking and art.

Ken spent over 50 years of his life in Coos Bay, where he became a pillar of both his community and his church. He was an active and devoted member of The Bay Area Church of the Nazarene, serving faithfully as an usher and board member, and living out his strong faith through service and fellowship. Ken’s loud “amens” during services will be forever missed.

Ken was truly the patriarch of his family. He loved deeply and was endlessly proud of his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-granddaughter. He would happily talk anyone’s ear off about their accomplishments, always beaming with pride. He gave sacrificially to his family and others, often setting aside his own

daughter, Debra Worthen Zemouri.

The family would like to give a heartfelt thanks to the Inland Point staff for their support and care. He often mentioned how much he appreciated all what they did for him. He will be missed. This last year South Coast Hospice played an important role in his daily living and quality of life.

A memorial ceremony will be held at 11am, Friday, April 17 at the First Baptist Church, S. 10th

dreams and plans.

Ken is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Jane Snoddy, and his loving family who were the center of his world. He is survived by his daughter, Arianne Cook, and her children Allysa Miles (and great-granddaughter, Brooklyn Jane Miles) and Garrett Booth; his son Matthew Snoddy and wife Marisol, and their children Michael and Selena; his son Jacob Snoddy and wife Ashley, and their children Evelyn, Nora, and Marilu; and his son Joshua Snoddy and wife Shannon, and their children Braydon, Trenton, and Gavin. He is also survived by his little sisters, Bonnie Holland and Martha Christensen.

Above all else, Ken loved his family and his Lord. His life was one of strength, dedication, and compassion. His legacy will live on through the

Street, Coos Bay. Family and friends are invited to attend. There will be refreshments following the ceremony. A private military burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park at 2:00pm for immediate family members.

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.” — 2 Timothy 4:7

Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131. Family and friends are invited to sign the online

generations he built, guided, and loved so deeply. We hope that you will join us in his Celebration of Life service on April 25, 2026, at 12:00 PM at Bay Area Church of the Nazarene, 1850 Clark Street, North Bend, Oregon.

A reception will follow the service at The Snoddy Gymnasium across the parking lot. Arrangements are under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. www.coosbayareafunerals.com

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played on three of those teams. He was lifelong friends with many of his teammates.

Bob attended Oregon State University, graduating in 1963. He worked summers in the woods as a choker setter for Weyerhaeuser. Bob became a full time Weyerhaeuser employee in 1964. On September 25, 1964, he married Jo-Ann Ednie in Coos Bay, OR. In 1977, the Andrews family transferred to Plymouth, North Carolina. Twelve

years later they transferred to Aberdeen. Bob retired from Weyerhaeuser in 2002.

Bob enjoyed fishing, duck hunting, sailing and good wine. He was a member of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Aberdeen, the Aberdeen Lion’s Club and Kappa Delta Rho fraternity at Oregon State University.

Bob is survived by his wife of 61 years, Jo Ann Andrews of Aberdeen; two sons: Tyler (Kirsten) Andrews of Anchorage,

Don Dewayne Chase

May 6, 1960 – March 17, 2026

Don passed away in his sleep in the comfort of his home March 17, 2026. Don was born in Myrtle point Oregon, May 6, 1960 to Floyd and Bonnie Chase. The family built a successful cranberry farm that Don carried on their family legacy that is still thriving today. Don loved to hunt, fish, draw, play drums, trap shoot and

Nichola “Nicki” M. Simmons, 58, of Coos Bay died March 31, 2026 in Coos Bay. Services will be announced and held at a later date. Cremation rites have been held at Ocean View Memory Gardens Crematory, Coos Bay under the direction of Coos

loved wood carving. He was blessed with a natural talent with everything he touched. He was the epitome of a marksman with fastest quick draw, and the most kindest, generous heart of a man that loved helping people. He will be greatly missed. His word of life was true, and his word of death was true. ~Battle of the bears~

Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. www. coosbayareafunerals.com

Joy Ann Huerta, 67, of Coos Bay, passed away on March 30, 2026 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.

Alaska and Mason Andrews of Aberdeen, WA; a granddaughter, Gracella Andrews; a brother, Wesley Andrews of Portland, OR.

There will be a celebration of life held St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 2:00 PM. Bob will be inurned at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Aberdeen, WA.

A message of condolence or of a memory can be sent to the family at www.fernhillfuneral.com

Cremation arrangements are

O muerta Molan labe ~Psalms 91~

A celebration of life will be held up at Edson Creek campground July 31 - 2nd of Aug. The memorial will be held on Saturday

WA.

www.coosbayareafunerals.com

Guy L. Meyers, 85, of North Bend, passed away on April 3, 2026 in North Bend. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, www.coosbayareafunerals.com

Julia J. Luscomb 83, of Lakeside, passed away on April 3, 2026 in Lakeside. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, www.coosbayareafunerals.com

entrusted to Twibell’s Fern Hill Funeral Home in Aberdeen,

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10:35 am – Violation of Restraining Order, 1856 Kincheloe Ln Saturday 04/04

& Run, 1900 Blk Sherman Ave

10:51 AM – Driving While Suspended, 1701 Newmark St 11:01 AM – Dispute, 835 California Ave 11:09 AM – Animal Abuse, 829 Florida Ave 11:11 AM – Criminal Trespass, 2226 Madrona Ct 11:50 AM – Disorderly Conduct, 1988 Virginia Ave 12:06 PM – Welfare Check, 1430 Vermont Ave 12:19 PM – Criminal Trespass, 2226 Madrona Ct

• 1:16 PM – Criminal Trespass, 1735 Virginia Ave

• 2:22 PM – Welfare Check, Brussells & Ohio

• 2:52 PM – Criminal Mischief, 1735 Virginia Ave

• 3:20 PM – Probation Violation, 1501 Virginia Ave

• 4:01 PM – Criminal Trespass, 2090 Inland Dr

• 4:05 PM – Suspicious Conditions, 2400 Blk Everett

• 4:12 PM – Warrant Service, Brussells & Newmark

• 4:38 PM – Disorderly Conduct, Newmark & Brussells 7:03 PM – Driving Complaint, Sheridan Ave & Virginia Ave

• 7:25 PM – Civil Problem, 3201 Tremont Ave 7:57 PM – Accident, Hit & Run, 1611 Virginia Ave 9:00 PM – Accident, Hit & Run, 1611 Virginia Ave 9:12 PM – Illegal Camping, 3432 Cedar St 9:25 PM – Casual Contact, 2019 Lombard St 9:34 PM – Theft, 776 Virginia Ave

10:00 PM – Patrol Check, Newmark & Sherman 10:13 PM – Abandoned Vehicle, 2131 Newmark St 10:36 PM – Driving Complaint, 2226 Madrona Ct 11:03 PM – Welfare Check, 2228 McPherson Ave

• 11:50 PM – Disorderly Conduct, Virginia Ave & Myrtle Ave

Coos Bay 1:13 am – Dispute, 555 S

area of Parkersburg Road in Bandon to a report of a suspicious vehicle. The deputy observed that the vehicle was heavily damaged and learned through dispatch that it had been reported stolen out of California.

While the deputy was investigating, he was informed by a local that an unknown male was in his yard, and he had seen that same subject in the stolen vehicle the previous day. The deputy was able to locate the man, and as

a result of the investigation, Ernesto Romeo, 37, was arrested for unlawful entry into a motor vehicle and unlawful possession of methamphetamine. The stolen vehicle was recovered from the scene.

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People keep asking what is going up adjacent to the Bandon History Museum on Fillmore Avenue. I know I’ve talked about it several times in my column, but it is the Don and Joan Lynam Event Center, which is being built with funds from the Lynam’s estate, left to the museum

Empire Blvd

• 1:35 am – Suspicious Vehicle, 295 Holland Ave

• 1:40 am – Warrant Service, 705 S Empire Blvd

• 2:24 am – Suspicious Conditions, Coalbank Slough Bridge

• 3:55 am – Driving Complaint, 1100 Blk Oregon Ave 4:33 am – Suspicious Subject, 997 Newmark Ave

• 6:43 am – Illegal Camping, N 4th St & Commercial Ave 6:50 am – Littering, New Muni Lot Next to Time Bomb

8:55 am – Recovered Stolen Property, 1615 Kingwood Ave 8:55 am – Abandoned Vehicle, 1615 Kingwood Ave

10:15 am – Disorderly Conduct, 3111 Ocean Blvd 11:03 am – Suspicious Vehicle, S 9th & Ferguson

• 11:55 am – Theft, 275 E Johnson Ave

• 12:00 pm – Check, Welfare, Montgomery & S Morrison

• 12:16 pm – Littering, S Broadway & Johnson

• 12:11 pm – Check, Welfare, 376 10th Ave

• 12:31 pm – Community Policing, 3333 Walnut Ave

• 1:38 pm – Indecent Exposure, S Empire & Johannesen Ave

• 1:38 pm – Accident, Non Injury, 229 S Broadway St

• 1:52 pm – Check, Welfare, Harris & N Wall

• 2:49 pm – Accident, Hit & Run, 1020 S 1st St

• 3:07 pm – Lost Property, Downtown Coos Bay

3:15 pm – Suspicious Conditions, 323 S Wall St

3:45 pm – Assist, Public, 634 E St

3:47 pm – Assist, Ambulance, 1633 Cedar Dr

4:23 pm – Suspicious Conditions, 296 S 9th St

5:02 pm – Follow Up, 63003 MacGregor Heights

4:58 pm – Violation Court Order, 1010 S 10th St

5:58 pm – Suspicious Conditions, 634 E St

5:55 pm – Theft, 1800 N 28th Ct

6:27 pm – Shoplifter, 2051 Newmark Ave

6:44 pm – Follow Up, 471 1st Ave

6:58 pm – Assist, Outside Agency, 1775 Thompson Rd

7:54 pm – Dispute, 1021 S 4th St

7:56 pm – Harassment, 613 Central Ave

• 8:47 pm – Traffic Stop, S

board, of which I am a member.

The new building will allow the museum to have additional space for larger history and educational events, as well as more display space.

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The newest commercial real estate listing is Anne Sabbota’s Sage Place, located on the corner of 11th and Elmira Avenue, in a building that has served as an art studio and classroom for the last 10 years. It has been extensively remodeled, and in 2011 received the

1st St & Johnson Ave

• 10:12 pm – Dispute, Family, 550 S 4th St

• 10:30 pm – Warrant Service, S Broadway St & Ingersoll Ave

• 11:00 pm – DUII, Southwest Blvd & Minnesota

• 11:56 pm – Check, Welfare, S Empire Blvd & Fulton Ave

Coquille

12:57 am – DUII, 270 N Dean St 8:31 am – Check, Welfare, 789 SE 3rd Ave

12:21 pm – Dispute, 1640 N Hemlock St

1:45 pm – Alarm, Business, 499 W Central Blvd, Coquille High

5:26 pm – Disorderly Conduct, 877 N Birch

7:23 pm – Dispute, Family, 325 N Henry St 9:57 pm – Check, Welfare, 331 S Folsom Ct

Reedsport

• 1:06 am – Disturbance, 2122 Birch Ave

• 2:13 pm – Welfare Check, 1241 Hawthorne Ave

• 2:18 pm – Suspicious Activity, In the Area of Bowman

• 3:34 pm – Theft, 823 S Hill Dr

• 4:18 pm – Mental Subject, 2230 Arthur Dr

• 5:45 pm – Welfare Check, Safeway

• 8:10 pm – Domestic Disturbance, Dairy Queen

Myrtle Point

3:52 am – Assault, 230 Border St

9:32 am – Arrest, 1856 Kincheloe Ln (Madeline JimenezBuchanan)

1:56 pm – Fraud, 811 C St

2:28 pm – Minor in Possession of Liquor, 418 8th St, McKays Market

2:59 pm – Accident, Hit & Run, 8th & Harris

10:48 pm – Suspicious Conditions, 415 8th St, Fat Alberts

Sunday 04/05

North Bend

12:03 AM – Criminal Mischief, 2289 17th St Apt D3

1:37 AM – Suspicious Vehicle, California & Union Grant Cir

6:39 AM – Driving Complaint, NB Hwy 101 From Kokwel Casin

7:00 AM – Illegal Camping, 1900 Blk McPherson Ave

7:00 AM – Assault, 1900 Blk McPherson Ave

City of Bandon’s Award of Excellence. The property is in an industrial zone and is listed for $725,000. After the Fire, it was built by Mr. and Mrs. Syd Perry as a home. Dan Cirigliano and Dallas Plouff are the listing agents.

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People are reminded that April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, and we can all help to raise awareness of the issue and also to bring in money for the Kids HOPE Center.

You can help by putting up a sign in your yard to raise awareness and/or by giving a donation. After April 1, between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., you can purchase a sign at the Bandon Community Youth Center, 101 11th Street SW, for a donation of $25.

I personally sent a check for $100 to the Kids HOPE Center, 1925 Thompson Road, Coos Bay, OR 97420. And I would encourage others to pick up a sign or send in a check ... or both. If you have questions, call 541-266-8806.

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It’s good news for cities that HB 4148 has been approved, effective Jan. 1, 2027, which allows cities and counties to use up to 50 percent of its TLT (Transient Lodging Tax)

8:17 AM – Unlawful Entry Into MV, 2238 Marion Ave

9:20 AM – Suspicious Subject, Connecticut & Ash 9:33 AM – Arrest, 1226 Virginia Ave

• 9:39 AM – Abandoned Vehicle, 2753 Myrtle St

• 9:47 AM – Check Welfare, Winsor Ave

• 11:39 AM – Suspicious Subject, 1380 Sherman Ave

• 12:09 PM – Fraud, 2107 Meade St

• 1:14 PM – Fraud, 3662 Tremont Ave

• 1:47 PM – Civil Problem, 2960 Broadway Ave

2:35 PM – Shoplifter, 2121 Newmark St

2:51 PM – Alarm Business, 3701 Tremont Ave

4:49 PM – Warrant Service, Sheridan & Virginia

6:50 PM – Civil Problem, 1942 Sheridan Ave

7:58 PM – Driving While Suspended, 2040 Broadway Ave

10:14 PM – Criminal Trespass, 2121 Madrona Coos Bay

• 12:20 am – Dispute, 871 S Broadway St, Blue Moon Sal 4:09 am – Suspicious Conditions, 600 N Bayshore Dr, Bayshore Che

4:38 am – Warrant Service, 135 E 6th Ave, Lane County Sherif

5:25 am – Dispute, Family, 1020 S 1st St, Fred Meyer 6:01 am – Alarm, Business, 972 Ingersoll Ave, Marshfield Hi 9:36 am – Warrant Service, 500 Central Ave 10:11 am – Alarm, Business, 579 S Broadway St, Les Schwab 10:29 am – Graffiti Calls, S Wasson & Fulton 11:00 am – Illegal Camping, 300 Blk S 2nd St 11:14 am – Check, Welfare, 383 2nd Ave, Apt A 12:43 pm – Illegal Camping, N 10th St & W Commercial Ave N 1:14 pm – Fraud, 1155 Sanford St 1:24 pm – Unlawful Entry into MV, Empire Lakes, John Topits Park 2:45 pm – Disorderly Conduct, 1775 Thompson Rd, Bay Area Hosp 4:19 pm – Criminal Trespass, 1445 N Bayshore Dr, Motel 6 3:27 pm – Suspicious Subject,

revenue for critical local services like police, fire, emergency responses and road maintenance, without raising any new taxes. It reduces the share that had to go to tourist promotion and facilities from 70 percent down to 50 percent.

For example, Seaside has a huge surplus in its lodging tax revenue that must be dedicated to tourism, while struggling to maintain community infrastructure. Mayor Steve Wright said, “Today, the question is no longer how to bring visitors to Oregon. The question is how to sustain the communities that make these visits possible.” HB 4148, supported by both of our state representatives, is a step in the right direction.

* * * COMING EVENTS: Meet & Greet for April 7 will be sponsored by Shoreline Education for Awareness, with Carol Maude speaking about wildlife volunteer opportunities. The program begins at 11:45 a.m. at Bandon Fisheries Warehouse.

The Southern Coos Hospital and Health Center will host the Meet and Greet for April 14.

The Bandon History Museum will be in charge of the Tuesday, April 21, program, featuring Richard

Whitwer of the Coos History Museum and the Coquille River Lighthouse Keepers Foundation, who will talk about “the Demise of Fannie Mae.”

Follow the many travels and adventures of Fannie as she works at various lighthouses, protecting the shipping lanes, but also faces her first tragedy in Alaska. And then learn of her tragic demise in Marshfield. Program starts at noon.

Secretary of State Tobias Reed will be at the Sprague Theater on Wednesday, April 8, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. to talk about elections, sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Coos and Curry counties.

Project Graduation Bash for Cash, Saturday, April 11, from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at The Barn in City Park; live auction, silent auction, dinner, raffle, no-host bar and bingo. Tickets are $25 or a table of 8 is $200. Tickets are available at Bandon Sweets & Treats, The Big Wheel, from the parent of a senior or at the door. For info, call Paula Thompson at 541-404-0872.

Chamber of Commerce dinner, Wednesday, April 22, 5 to 8 p.m. at The Barn in City Park. Tickets are $35. For info, call 541347-3876.