Eastside housing study reports residential development not feasible
By Nate Schwartz World Editor
The Coos Bay City Council
heard a presentation last month on the final findings from AKS Engineering and Forestry; the consulting firm was contracted to judge the feasibility of a housing development in Eastside, Coos Bay. The study found that a development of that kind would not be feasible.
The work was commissioned in a partnership with the Port of Coos Bay, who own the 110-acre tract of land, as an attempt to find solutions to the area’s housing needs. It was done thanks to a grant from Business Oregon.
The 45-page report (including a further 290 pages of appendixes) is comprehensive in its analysis, with detailed looks at everything from geotechnical surveys to market viability. Zach Pelz was the principal point of contact for the project and he gave the presentation to the council.
“We moved forward with some work that the city had conducted back in 1996, and followed up with in 2000, and really updated that work based on current market conditions, current construction costs, current housing price evaluations. Then we met with the community two times to get their feelings in regard to development in this area,” opened Pelz.
The report was conducted with a four-part framework: The aforementioned geotechnical and market analyses, financial modeling of the costs versus the potential revenue and community engagement through the two town halls and further stakeholder meetings.
The engineering drawbacks of the project were a large part of the issue with developing the site. The earth on that part of Eastside consists of deep, soft dredge that would require significant mitigation, to the tune of nearly $225,000 per acre, in order to support large scale development.
“There are three compounding factors working against the site. First, there’s dredge fill on top of deep, soft soils that is liquifiable during an earthquake. It requires expensive ground improvement before anything can be built,” said Pelz
“Second, nearly half the site is potentially jurisdictional wetlands, which is really costly to mitigate. And third, the surrounding infrastructure. Roads, bridges, intersections, other public works such as sanitary pump stations are either constrained or at capacity.”
AKS conducted multiple analyses of potential housing options, from a full buildout, to small and large-lot family homes, apartment buildings and commercial spaces. They found that given the costs to extend infrastructure and mitigate the wetlands, returns on investment would not be viable.
For instance, according to the market analysis if apartments were developed, rents would need to reach $3,500 to $4,000 per month to support the project. That is nearly double what is achievable in the market. Homes would need to sell between $672,000 and $788,000, which is between 40 to 70 percent higher than what the market can support. AKS stated that it would take a nearly 40 percent subsidy of total devel-
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By Nate Schwartz World Editor
Here’s what your County Elections Office has to say
Ballots for the May primary were sent out on April 29. It takes about a week to arrive so if you’re reading this and still haven’t received a ballot, you can reach out to the county clerk’s office to double check.
In speaking with county clerk Julie Brecke, there are some helpful tips to share for making sure your vote is counted quickly and securely, as well as some interesting insights on the process.
“Once mass mailing starts, we open up all the ballot boxes. At that point we do start processing. As we get ballots we start scanning them, start signature verifying,” said Brecke. “Once we get enough, we can actually start doing tables, opening them, and sending them through tabulation. No results can be made public until after election night.”
If you have your ballot here are some important reminders ahead of the Election Day deadline at 8 p.m. on May 19:
Oregon uses a closed primary system. Those registered as Democrats or Republicans will get a chance to vote on the candidates from their respective parties. Depending on your party registration your ballot may look different from other members of your household.
Those registered as non-affiliated with either major party will still receive a ballot with nonpartisan positions, local elections, and ballot measures.
Once you’ve made your choices, hopefully after some research and thought, make sure you sign your ballot. It is important that you use the same signature that you usually sign with; checking your driver’s license for a reminder is a good idea. No need to use an overly formal or extra readable signature as those verifying your ballot will be comparing it to your normal, everyday “John Hancock”.
When your ballot is fully completed you have a couple of options for where to take it.
Most clerks recommend using one of the 24-hour ballot boxes. For Coos County, there is one in each city:
Bandon: Bandon Library, 1204 11th St SW, Bandon. Drive-up outside.
Coos Bay: Coos Bay City Hall, 500 Central Ave, Coos Bay. Drive-up outside.
Coquille: Coquille Courthouse, 250 N Baxter St, Coquille. Walk-up outside.
Lakeside: Lakeside City Hall, 915 North Lake Rd, Lakeside. Walk-up outside.
Myrtle Point: Myrtle Point City Hall, 424 5th St, Myrtle Point. Walk-up outside.
North Bend: North Bend Library 800 Sherman Ave, North Bend. Drive-up outside.
Powers: Powers City Hall, 275 Fir St, Powers. Walk-up outside. Ballot drop boxes are monitored via camera 24/7. Couriers
from each town work in pairs to get the secured ballot bags back to the county elections office as quickly and safely as possible. Only those within the elections office have the codes necessary to open them, not the couriers themselves. Those who insist on seeing it through themselves can hand their ballot directly to someone at the elections office in the Coos County Courthouse in Coquille
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Federal lawmakers announce further
million for rail portion of PCIP project
By Nate Schwartz World Editor
Last week, Congresswoman Val Hoyle and Oregon Senators
Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden announced another federal funding package was awarded for the Port of Coos Bay’s Pacific Coast Intermodal Port Project (PCIP). The $11.2 million dollar federal grant comes from the U.S. Maritime Administration’s (MARAD) Port Infrastructure Development Program and is specifically allocated for development of the Coos Bay Rail Line (CBRL), a critical component of the proposal.
“Large infrastructure projects move forward one step at a time, and this funding advances an important next phase,” said Melissa Cribbins, Executive Director of the PCIP in an official release.
“We remain focused on responsible planning, durable partnerships, and delivering measurable progress, and we are incredibly grateful to Oregon’s federal delegation for their steadfast support of this effort.”
Slated to be the first entirely ship-to-rail port on the West Coast, the PCIP relies heavily on further development along the CBRL, which is owned and operated by the Port. Improvements
to sidings, crossings and bridges are only a small portion of the upgrades necessary to make the huge increase in rail traffic viable for the project. The containers unloaded from the supermax shipping vessels at the port will be loaded directly onto train cars which will make the journey from the North Spit to the rail yard in Eugene, before heading to the Midwest and beyond. It has been estimated that improvements to the line as a whole, including an expansion of that Eugene yard, could cost over a billion dollars.
“I want to thank Secretary Duffy and MARAD for recognizing the importance of this project,” said Hoyle. “This award reflects and builds on the tens of millions we’ve already secured for it, and reflects a serious investment in Coos Bay. We’re determined to make the South Coast a place where working people can find good-paying jobs, support their families and build a future. It’s about time we start delivering on the promise that we made after the timber industry died to transition to an economy that provides family
wage jobs and the opportunity to build a future for working families on the South Coast.”
According to Hoyle’s office, these funds will be used to support the triplicate track and run-around section on the North Spit in preparation for increased cargo movement as the project develops.
The project, which has not been without its detractors, will be right across the federal navigation channel from the Hollering Place in Empire. The port is still in the pre-permitting stage and has yet to begin the necessary impact studies through the Army Corp of Engineers and Environmental Protection Agency.
Estimates for the cost of the entire project have ranged from 2.4 to 4.4 billion dollars, with the construction of the terminal itself contracted to Kansas City-based commercial developers NorthPoint.
Oregon’s D.C. delegation have all been strong supporters of the project claiming it will create jobs, bolster the national supply chain and keep trucks off the road, paving the way for a green-
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Photos by Nate Schwartz
North Bend citizens should Vote no on Measure 6-229!
By John Briggs Former North Bend Mayor
The true motivation for Ballot Measure 6-229 proposing amendments to the City Charter is found in the video of the July 7, 2025 work session during discussion of the process of removing a City councilor by vote of the City Council after a public hearing. The City states that this is needed to allow for easy removal of a councilor.
This amendment resulted from the censure of a former councilor at a cost to the City well in excess of $75,000. Beginning at minute 31:00 of the work session, the City administrator told the council that the “most important thing” was to find a way to remove a councilor, as the Council had not been able to protect him when his civil rights were being violated. He was referring to a long-time feud with a City councilor who repeatedly questioned his actions relative to Council Rules, the City Charter and state law. He further states that other city models aren’t working. The League of Oregon Cities Ninth Model Charter includes such a provision on Page 12. However, footnote 64 makes it quite clear that a city should consult legal counsel before removing a council member from office for violating the model provision, citing prior legal decisions.
This amendment was briefly mentioned during the August 6, 2025 charter review meeting starting at 27:31. This is the only discussion I found during all three committee meetings. During that discussion, the City attorney stated he had brought this matter to a group of lawyers at a conference and that the group could not come up with a good answer.
This is concerning because legal battles are based on unclear parameters. As I recall, the councilor’s attorney during the censure hearing told the Council that if the Council voted to remove the censured councilor, there would be a suit filed and that the City would incur extensive legal fees with a very high probability that the City would be liable for payment of the councilor’s fee as well. The League of Oregon Cities appears to agree with the councilor’s attorney. There have also been other questions and concerns arising from the process used to create these changes. I was asked to comment on these issues as well as similarities to the creation of the current City Charter (with amendments).
The 2000 Charter committee was formed by advertising in the local media. That process created a committee of twelve public members, one of whom was a licensed municipal attorney. The list of people involved can be accessed in the City website under Municipal Code. (click on the opened book titled City Charter). The council was not invited to propose members.
One councilor, Charles Graham, was appointed to act as the council’s liaison.
The 2000 committee held numerous meetings to discuss the charter; most of the committee attended all the meetings.
I observed the process to get an understanding of how the citizens felt about their charter and, as I recall, other councilors were also present but not participating. The current committee was appointed at the request of the City administrator by nominations from the present councilors in accordance with Section 2.04.100 of the Council Rules adopted by Ordinance 2052.
Five names were submitted by councilors and approved by Resolution 3369 on July 22, 2025. Advertising for interested citizens did not occur. One of the appointed citizens was not present at any of the meetings, either in person or online.
Two members of Council were appointed for this ‘Citizen Charter Review Committee’! There is no provision in the Council Rules for a Council/ Lay-Committee! Section 2.04.100 Subsection 13(a) allows the mayor to appoint a council member AND AN ALTERNATE to act as liaison to a lay-committee.
The liaison’s duties are stated in 2.04.100(13)(d) as follows:
(A) When serving as a liaison to a lay committee, council members will not attempt to lobby or influence the lay committee on any item under consideration.
(B) Limit their role to explaining the council’s position or expectation of the lay-committee and (C) Not vote at the lay-committee’s meeting at any time.
You will see numerous instances of lobbying and voting by the two councilors by reviewing the videos of the three meetings on www.YouTube.com.
(Search for North Bend OR Charter Review Committee Meetings; the meeting videos are not posted on the City website.)
The current committee held three meetings on August 6 (59 minutes), September 10 (44 minutes), and December 4 (31 minutes) of 2025. The Charter to a city is similar to the Constitution of the United States.
After watching the three charter committee videos, I found myself very confused; transparency is the issue.
First, it was quite unclear why it was stated there were 14 or 15 items to be discussed yet only 5 items are listed in the Notice of Measure Election filed with the county. What happened to the other items? I saw no discussion or voting on these other 9 or 10 items.
Second, why were the videos shown only on YouTube and not included on the city’s website?
Third, a packet with side-by-side comparisons was made available to the committee but not posted to the city website.
Fourth, why were no written minutes provided as this would have given context to the videos? Not necessarily verbatim, but at least the arguments ‘For’ and ‘Against’ the items.
Fifth, why were two councilors allowed to be appointed to the committee which is not in conformance with Section 2.04.100 of the Council Rules?
Sixth, one lay committee member indicated her lack of understanding
of parts of the document and requested what she should do. She was told that any questions should be addressed by email to the city administrator or recorder and that answers would be provided by the administration unless the questions needed to be forwarded to the City attorney for clarification. This occurred toward the end of the fifty-third minute of the August 6, 2025 meeting.
Whether that person sent an email or received a reply is unknown. If so, we were never informed of any such actions –TRANSPARENCY?
The 2000 committee was provided with answers to such questions when asked or at the next meeting. One of the lay participants was a practicing municipal attorney who had the advantage of speaking with the city attorney at every meeting.
SOME COMMENTS REGARDING THE OTHER FOUR PROPOSED CHANGES
Extending the Mayor’s term of office from two to four years: The City claims that the change will get the election cycle of the mayor in sync with the other council members’ terms. One person spoke of very few cities having more than two years and most of those were the larger cities. Approximately 70 percent of Oregon’s 241 cities have a two-year term for Mayor.
I am aware of at least five (and probably more) former City councilors who are opposed to a four-year term. I do not understand how changing to four years creates a syncing as compared to two years. What we would lose is another chance to vote for mayor! What we could gain is a group of four councilors every four years with total control –NOT a good situation.
If there is a major dissatisfaction with the council, a 2-year period for mayor gives us voters a chance to change the majority of the Council at each and every election. There was a comment from the City administrator that the mayor would not have to bear the expense of running for office every two years.
Our current mayor has been challenged in three election cycles. Our former mayor was only challenged in three out of ten cycles! Perhaps this indicates continuing dissat-
Commentary
Food for thought: May Ballot Measure for changes to North Bend’s City Charter
By Jenny Jones North Bend City Councilor
Ballot measures are limited in amount of text and can only be YES/NO. So, I hope every North Bend voter spends time reviewing as they consider in Resolution 3377’s charter changes.
While I don’t speak for the council or the city, I was a part of the team putting it forward. I wasn’t on the committee tasked with making the recommendations, but, as it happens, I support all the changes. For the curious, I’ve included several links at end so that you can review and decide for yourself.
The proposed changes come from the League of Oregon Cities 2025 Model Charter (link below). Like other states, LOC maintains a model charter as it compiles and analyzes member city information, goes through litigation on behalf of member cities and influences state legal matters that member cities’ have prioritized as a collective.
Not all standardization is needed, in my opinion, but the few changes being proposed for North Bend are useful - North Bend has not engaged in a charter review for 20 years or more, I believe.
To get to the ballot measure, council followed charter code and state law. Each step of the way, a qualified Oregon law team reviewed. Council authorized a committee to review LOC’s analysis of our charter, as well as discuss additional recommendations if anyone had them. That committee met several times. The measure contains only updates that committee voted to include by a majority.
I’ve ordered my opinions here on what concerns I’ve heard from neighbors,
not on how the changes appear on the ballot itself:
Updating the process of removing a city councilor by a vote of the City Council after a public hearing: Many have come forward to say that removal should only be allowed in recall elections. It seems like that comes from a presumption that council can kick anyone off if enough “don’t like” the target person. I can see why that feels alarming. I feel alarmed thinking of that idea. But, that’s not how I read the change.
Here’s a clip from the proposal (link below, so you can verify for yourself):
“…no council member may actually coerce or attempt to coerce the manager or a candidate for the office of manager in the appointment or removal of any city employee, or in administrative decisions regarding city property or contracts. A violation of this prohibition is grounds for removal from office by a majority of the council after a public hearing…”
This very change is also mentioned in the 1st paragraph of the 2025 Model Charter which is telling to me (also, link below).
To me, how council manages itself should have some checks and balances I believe this new language introduces fairly for both “sides”. Councilors and city staffers always have the court system if they feel wronged.
Without anything at all in the charter, serious violations of our oath like interfering with city contracts is left to the actual and spendy court system. We saw this with $50K+
legal fees around censuring a council member in 2024 -- money we could have used elsewhere. That pile most likely would have been much smaller had we a clear path on our charter. Aside from that and, in my opinion, more serious, opportunities can be pulled back or vanish because North Bend doesn’t abide by its contracts. This can be the result when one council member acts outside our role and our oath. I think this closes this important gap in our charter.
Mayoral term to 4 years: Some believe that two-year terms keep the mayor closer to public views. I understand that. However, council decisions are rarely paths that can be completed in two years, much less during the two years of a term. I would prefer elected officials stick to the work that they are elected to do, rather than endless campaigning and using term change-overs as a reason this or that didn’t get completed.
Updating title of City Administrator to City Manager: Our city charter requires a professional manager to run the city, a CEO really. Other charters authorize the mayor to be the CEO as well as council top spot. When we hire the next top city staffer, should we hire someone prepared to be a VP (i.e. City Administrator) or a CEO (i.e. City Manager)? If we don’t change the title, we will get candidates with the wrong expectations for what the job entails.
Police Blotter
person
derly conduct
• 13:40 N 19th St, code violation
13:46 Ingersoll Ave, juvenile problem
14:03 Ocean Blvd, code violation
14:26 W Kruse Ave, code violation
• 15:25 S 4th St, criminal mischief
16:55 Newmark & S Marple, disorderly conduct
16:58 Mingus Park, disorderly conduct
17:18 S Cammann & Michigan, disorderly conduct
• 18:07 Central Ave, warrant
• 19:12 S Camman St, disorderly conduct
• 22:26 SW 2nd Ave, warrant service
13:18 Johnson Ave, warrant service
13:24 Morrison St, code violation
• 13:26 Koos Bay Blvd, criminal trespass
13:43 Wall St, code violation
• 3:43 Park Rd, illegal dumping
13:58 1st St, criminal mischief
14:25 6th St, illegal camping
18:19 Central Ave, warrant
18:56 Central Ave, warrant
19:29 Central Ave, warrant
20:11 4th St, phone harassment
20:46 Coos Bay, phone harassment
• 21:08 Newmark Ave, criminal trespass
22:17 Central Ave, burglary
• Thursday 4/23
• 1:01 Newmark Ave, shoplifter
2:05 Newmark Ave, criminal trespass
6:14 2nd Ct Alley & Anderson Ave, illegal camping
• 6:19 S 2nd St, illegal camping
• 7:13 S Schoneman & Maryland, illegal camping
8:58 2nd Ct Alley, illegal camping
8:58 Thompson Rd, theft
9:21 S 2nd Ct Pedway, illegal camping
9:38 E Hall Ave, criminal trespass
• 10:54 Fir St, code violation
• 11:29 Myrtle Ave, code violation
11:35 Norman Ave, elderly abuse
12:24 Market Ave, code violation
12:31 S Empire Blvd, disorderly conduct
• 12:54 Elm St, code violation
• 13:08 Newmark Ave, disor-
22:53 Newmark Ave, criminal trespass
23:05 Newmark Ave, shoplifter
• 23:17 S Wall St, warrant service
• • Friday 4/24
• 6:45 Cottonwood Ave, burglary
8:27 Newmark Ave, threats
8:51 2nd St, illegal camping
11:12 Donnelly Ave, criminal trespass
11:38 N Cammann St, criminal trespass
12:06 N Wasson St, subpoena service
• 12:43 Johnson Ave, juvenile problem
13:21 Minnesota Ave, theft
• 13:33 Newmark Ave, shoplifter 14:23 Central Ave, warrant service
16:36 S Broadway Ave, alarm
• 17:03 S Wasson St, theft
• 17:47 Newmark Ave, shoplifter
• 18:16 S Wasson St, subpoena service
18:48 S Empire Blvd, warrant service
19:38 Crocker St, menacing
20:00 N Bayshore Dr, alarm
20:58 Thomas Ave, alarm
23:55 Newmark Ave, dispute
Saturday 4/25
0:39 S Empire Blvd, assault
4:27 Teakwood Ave, alarm
5:59 Teakwood Ave, alarm
8:08 Broadway St, dispute
• 8:28 Bayshore Dr, criminal trespass
9:26 Sanford St, violation court order
9:49 Thompson Rd, missing
• 10:41 Broadway St, hit & run 11:35 Wall St, alarm
11:28 Hwy 42, traffic crash 17:05 N Adams St, alarm 19:40 W 3rd St, criminal trespass
• 19:57 N Central Blvd, criminal mischief
• 20:23 N Central Blvd, criminal mischief Myrtle Point Monday 4/20 17:24 Myrtle Crest Ln, criminal mischief
Wednesday 4/22 6:45
Droemer wins PGA Professional Championship at Bandon Dunes
JOHN GUNTHER For The World
BANDON — A year ago, Jesse Droemer was runner-up in the PGA Professional Championship when it was held in Florida.
Last Wednesday, he was crowned champion in the tournament for teaching and club professionals from across the country, taking the title by one stroke at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort.
Droemer, who is from Houston, edged Ben Kern of South Bloomfield, Ohio. Droemer shot a 2-under 70 to finish the four rounds of the tournament at 4-under par.
The brisk afternoon winds Wednesday weren’t quite as taxing on the players as they had been a day earlier, when a large number of players shot 80 or higher. On the final day, 16 players shot rounds under par on the Bandon Dunes layout.
The best of those was 2025 champion Tyler Collet of Vero Beach, Fla., who followed his 81 in the heavy winds Tuesday with a 5-under 67 in the morning and early afternoon Wednesday that put him in contention. That included a big improvement on the par-4 eighth hole where he holed out from the fairway for eagle after carding a bogey a day earlier.
Unlike Tuesday, though, the scores for the late starters did not soar as they had a day earlier and Collet finished in a tie with three others for fourth place. Michael Kartrude of Royal Palm Beach, Fla., was third at 2-under.
Droemer, who was playing in the penultimate group, moved to the top of the leaderboard with birdies on the seventh, ninth and 10th holes. When he had a twoputt birdie on the par-5 13th hole, he was 5-under and three shots in front of the field.
But in the final group, Kern also birdied 13 and then hit his
approach close on 14 for another birdie. When Droemer had a three-putt bogey on the tough 15th hole, Kern had moved into a tie for first.
Kern nearly moved in front on No. 16, but his birdie putt lipped out.
Then came the pivotal 17th hole.
Droemer hit his approach close, but as with a few other putts, his birdie effort slipped by the hole.
A few minutes later, Kern’s approach bounced through the green and down a hill toward the canyon and creek that separates Bandon Dunes from the resort’s Bandon Preserve par-3 course. Kern’s ball stopped before it got into the hazard, but his chip came up well short of the cup and he missed the par putt, dropping a shot behind.
Both Droemer and Kern recorded pars on the par-5 18th hole and Droemer was champion.
Droemer said it was an honor to join the long list of winners of the Walter Hagen Cup when he received the trophy from John Lindert, past president of the PGA.
And he was quick to give a shout out to Bandon Dunes caddie Carl Everts, who was on his bag for the tournament.
“I couldn’t have done it without you,” he said to Everts, who was in the crowd watching the trophy presentation.
Droemer later said Everts saved him countless shots with reads on some of the subtle breaks on the greens.
Everts praised the play of Droemer.
“We played incredible in the wind,” Everts said. “He hit all the shots you need to. He made shot after shot, which is kind of cool.”
Everts joined the ranks of Bandon Dunes caddies who have
helped golfers win big tournaments, including all but two of the United States Golf Association events the resort has hosted.
“I said local caddies win these things,” Everts said.
The golfers played Bandon Dunes and Pacific Dunes the first two days of the tournament before the final two days were on Bandon Dunes. In all, 312 professionals from across the country started the tournament, all having advanced at one of 41 different qualifiers, before the field was cut to the top 90 and ties after two rounds and the top 70 and ties for the final round.
While Droemer won the title, the other battle was for the 20 spots in the upcoming PGA Championship in Pennsylvania.
As it turned out, no playoff was needed for those spots, with 20 players at 2-over or better for the week.
For a while, it looked like Austin Hurt of Bainbridge Island, Wash., was in danger of missing the PGA Championship. Hurt, who led after each of the first three days following his opening-day 64 at Bandon Dunes, had three bogeys and a double-bogey in the first five holes Wednesday. But in another
roller-coaster day that included just six pars (one more than his round Tuesday), Hurt had three late birdies to finish in the tie for fourth at 1-under.
Of the 20 players to make it into the PGA Championship, eight had Bandon Dunes loopers. The other local caddies included David Tatge, who was carrying for Garrett Sapp, who tied for fourth; Tony Shuster, Jeff Wells, Ricky Pruitt and Donny Hiebing who caddied for golfers tying for 10th — past champion Michael Block, Ryan Lenahan, Jared Jones and Chris Gabriele, respectively — and Dave Friedland and Rigel Hahn, who caddied for Ryan Vermeer and Timothy Wiseman who tied for 18th. Another 23 local loopers helped their players make it to the tournament’s final round Wednesday.
Three of the eight women in the tournament had made it to the final round. Sabrina Bonanno of Sammamish, Wash., was best among them, finishing in a tie for 34th. Allie Knight of Knoxville, Tenn., finished in a tie for 62nd and Sandra Changkija of Daytona Beach, Fla., finished tied for 69th.
Bandon Dunes has a long
history of hosting United States Golf Association championships, nine different national championships to date, all for amateur golfers. Next up is the Walker Cup in September of 2028.
The PGA Professional Championship was the resort’s first time hosting an event just for professionals.
Chris Keiser, the son of Bandon Dunes founder Mike Keiser, said when considering hosting the event, a big factor was the important role of PGA golf pros in the history of Bandon Dunes.
“They were the bell cows,” Keiser said, explaining that they helped pass the word on to their club members about how special the resort is as a golf destination.
Keiser was pleased with the resort’s first tournament specifically for pros.
“It was great,” he said. That also was the assessment of Bandon Dunes General Manager Jeff Simonds.
“I think it’s fantastic,” Simonds said. “From a staging perspective, we wanted to make sure we created an incredible championship for industry representatives. I think our team delivered on that. The golf courses were incredible.”
Droemer said as much to Keiser and Simonds as they congratulated him for his win.
“It’s an unbelievable property — golf heaven,” he said of the resort.
Droemer had played in the 2011 U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship, which used the resort’s Bandon Trails and Old Macdonald courses, and fell in love with the Bandon Dunes layout during this tournament.
“It’s such a sophisticated golf course,” he said. “It rewards great shots.”
Droemer had just enough of those to be champion Wednesday.
Petrey, Henthorn set records at Coos County Meet
JOHN GUNTHER
For The World
Coos County’s top track and field athletes put up several big marks in the 118th Coos County Track Meet on Friday at Marshfield High School.
The event is the oldest annual high school meet in the state and though the numbers of athletes were lower than most past years, there were several standout performances.
Marley Petrey of Bandon and Ella Henthron of Coquille each one two events and broke a meet record.
Several other athletes won multiple events and all the county’s six schools had at least one champion but North Bend. Marshfield’s boys and Coquille’s girls topped the team standings at the end of the night.
Petrey, Bandon’s multi-talented senior and multi-time state champion, set a new record by the slimmest of margins in the 100 meters, where her time of 12.51 seconds edged the old mark of 12.52 by Marshfield’s Madelyn Metzler in 2015. Petrey also ran the 400, not one of her typical events, and broke Bandon’s school record with her time of 58.13. She now holds school records in the 100, 400, 300 hurdles, long jump and triple jump and is part of the school’s top 4x100 relay team.
Henthorn, meanwhile, knocked her mom Holli from the
top spot in the 3,000 meters with her time of 10 minutes and 3.67 seconds. Holli had set the old record of 10:08.7 back in 2005.
Henthorn also won the 1,500 in 4:52.11 and helped three other runners to fast times in both races.
North Bend’s Addison Horning was runner up in both races with new bests of 4:50.66 in the 1,500 and 10:51.43 in the 3,000. North Bend’s Ellie Massie had season bests while finishing third in the 1,500 (4:58.86) and fourth in the 3,000 (11:04.79). Bandon’s Jael Legutki was fourth in the 1,500 (5:03.78) and third in the 3,000 with a new best (10:53.14).
Petrey and Henthorn were bypassed for outstanding runner by the coaches in favor of Marshfield hurdler Rylee McNally who won the 100 hurdles in 16.90 and the 300 hurdles in 47.56, both new bests, and was part of both winning relays. She teamed with Claire Roberts, Annhelena Vancannon and Kindall Wyatt to win the 4x100 in 51.74 and with Wyatt, Bella Cox and Brooklyn Pederson to win the 4x400 in 4:17.94.
The outstanding jumper for the girls was Coquille’s Bristol Layton, who won both the long jump (15-10) and triple jump (32-6 ¼).
The outstanding thrower was Danika Bushnell of Powers, who out-dueled Bandon’s Caitlyn Michalek in a battle of state champions in the javelin with a
winning throw of 123-0. Michalek threw 119-1. Bushnell also finished second to Myrtle Point’s Jayme Padgett in the shot put, with Padgett throwing 33-9 and Bushnell 333. Marshfield’s Sierra Sauers was just behind at 33-1 and won the discus with a throw of 110-0 that was better than Padgett’s 105-2. Kendra Bushnell of Powers cleared a new best 10 feet, 6 inches to win the pole vault and Coquille’s Ada Millet cleared 10 feet. Myrtle Point’s Delaney La Franchi won the high jump by clearing 4-10 and Bandon’s Safaa Dimitruk was winner of the 800 (2:35.61) while teammate Claire Briggs won the 200 (27.14).
For the boys, Marshfield’s Carter McGriff was outstanding runner after winning the 100 in a personal best 11.20 and the 200 in a season-best 22.52. McGriff also was part of both winning relays, teaming with Christian Baugh, Chandler Wyatt and Jake Day to win the 4x100 in 43.82 and Day, Wyatt and Nicoya Pruess to win the 4x400 in 3:26.09.
Marshfield’s Jaxson Stovall had strong winning times in both the 1,500 (4:05.25) and 3,000 (8:59.53).
Bandon’s Noah Brown also was a double-winner, taking the 800 (2:00.77) and pole vault (13-6).
Day won the 400 for the Pirates in a personal best 50.92
and Baugh won the 300 hurdles in 42.06. Myrtle Point’s Wyatt Richards was named outstanding thrower after taking the javelin (1612) and finishing second in the discus (136-10) behind Marshfield’s Glen Crook (138-4). Cole Lehnherr of Powers won the shot put (45-6).
Myrtle Point also had the outstanding boys jumper, Brody Ligons, who won the long jump by soaring 20-1. The other jumps winners were Myrtle Point’s Deven Lister in the high jump (510) and Bandon’s Tyler Senn in the triple jump (38-6). Bandon’s Reggie Turner won the 110 hurdles with a new best 16.99. He also was second to Baugh in the 300 hurdles (44.51) while Baugh was second in the shorter race (17.89) both with personal bests. Marshfield’s boys amassed 176 points while Bandon was second (123), followed by Myrtle Point (98), North Bend (44), Powers (31) and Coquille (29). For the girls, Coquille had 133.5 points, followed by Marshfield (121), Bandon (112.5), North Bend (54), Powers (49) and Myrtle Point (35).
High School Recap: Cruisers affirm first-place position in softball
The Powers softball team took a big step toward its first-ever league title when it completed a season sweep of its league games against traditional power Toledo on Thursday.
The Cruisers topped the Boomers 9-3 to improve to a perfect 7-0 in Class 2A-1A District 4 and 14-1 on the season. The Cruisers’ only loss was at Toledo in a nonleague game following their league contest back in early April.
Powers also beat Eddyville Charter 17-8 last week and this week plays Eddyville again on Monday and is at Bandon on
Tuesday. The Cruisers have a nonleague game at home against Umpqua Valley Christian on Friday and play another nonleague game at Oakland on Monday. If Powers wins both its league games this week, it will win its first league title in just its second year as a program. Toledo beat Bandon 18-2 in its other league game during the week and has just the two league losses to Powers, with a league record of 6-2. Bandon did not have any other games last week. In addition to facing the Cruisers, Bandon faces Crow on Wednesday in a non-
league game at Myrtle Point and is back in Myrtle Ponit for a league game Friday and hosts Umpqua Valley Christian on Saturday.
Myrtle Point edged Waldport 20-19 in its only league game last week and won at Crow 17-4 in a nonleague game. The Bobcats also face Crow on Wednesday, after Bandon’s game and host Umpqua Valley Christian on Monday in a nonleague contest.
Myrtle Point is 4-3 and Bandon 3-4 in league play.
SKY-EM LEAGUE: North Bend won all three games of its series with Marshfield as the
Bulldogs improved to 14-1 on the season.
North Bend won the game at Marshfield 15-4 in its first league contest after having its bye in the league schedule last week. When the teams moved to North Bend for the doubleheader, the Bulldogs won 14-8 and 18-3.
North Bend has a huge series this week, hosting Marist Catholic on Tuesday and visiting the Spartans for a doubleheader Friday. Marist Catholic is No. 5 and North Bend No. 7 in the most recent coaches poll for Class 4A. Marist Catholic only has one
loss to an in-state team, a setback against top-ranked Scappoose (they split a doubleheader). North Bend’s only loss is to No. 2 Astoria. Marshfield, which is 1-5 in league play, has its bye in the league schedule this week and is off until hosting Marist Catholic on May 12.
FAR WEST LEAUGE: South Umpqua swept its series with Coquille during the week. The Lancers won 17-1 on the road and then took both games of the doubleheader at home by shutout, 19-0 and 10-0.
John Gunther Photo for The World Jesse Droemer and his Bandon Dunes caddie Carl Everts study the line of his birdie putt on the 18th hole in the final round of the PGA Professional Championship.
John Gunther Photo for The World Myrtle Point freshman Wyatt Richards was named outstanding thrower after winning the javelin and finishing second in the discus on Friday.
Barbara Ann Guse
May
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Barbara Ann Guse, 67, of Eugene on Sunday at her home. She was surrounded by her beloved husband David and their pets. She was born in North Bend, Oregon on May 4, 1958, to Dale and Julia Ann (Hopper) Young. She graduated from Coquille High School in 1976. She
then moved to Eugene and worked various jobs in the service industry, where she met and married David Allen Guse on January 25, 1981, in Coquille, Oregon.
Barbara and her husband David created and ran the non-profit Pet Population Control for many years, helping to fund Oregon communities spay and neuter pets and strays.
Throughout her life, she was a devoted wife, family member, a loyal friend, and a source of inspiration to all who knew her. She will be deeply missed but never forgotten, as the memories she created will live on in our hearts forever.
Survivors include her husband David Allen Guse, sister Willie Anita Young (George Reed) of Noti, brother Dale Raymond Young Jr. (Jeffery
Diane Elaine Kaufmann
October 21, 1942 - April 18, 2026
Diane Elaine Kaufmann, née Mast, passed away on April 18, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on October 21, 1942, in North Bend, Oregon, Diane lived a life marked by dedication both to her family and her community.
An alumna of Reedsport High School, Diane furthered her education at Southwestern Oregon Community College and the University of Oregon. Diane loved telling stories about growing up on the Smith River along with eleven brothers and sisters in her home that once was a hotel. Her lifelong connection to Oregon was underscored by her passionate support for the Oregon Ducks, a devotion kindled since 1945.
Diane’s interests extended beyond sports; she cherished traveling, spending time at the cabin in Loon Lake, and above all, loving her grandchildren and
isfaction with the current mayor’s governance!
Modernizing the title of City Administrator to City Manager: The City claims that this is merely a change of titles. An administrator works with a ‘strong mayor’ form of government where the mayor is in charge of the city and is generally not considered a member of council. This change appears reasonable but it may be costly. Providing for Council Rules to be established by resolution as well as ordi-
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Lee) of Columbus, Ohio, brother and sister-in-law
Robert and Kristen Guse of Harrisburg, numerous nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews, and loving cousins. She is preceded in death by her father Dale, mother Julia Ann, and sister Sandra Lee Young.
Barbara’s family plans a celebration of life on August 20th in the Eugene area and will post the place and time on her Facebook page. We invite family and friends to join us in celebrating her remarkable life and cherishing the legacy she leaves behind. May she rest in peace.
Donations in Barbara’s memory to the American Heart Association or Greenhill Humane Society in leu of flowers is appreciated.
Carlton Leonard Densmore
July 26, 1939 – October 05, 2025
Carlton Leonard Densmore, 86, of Bend, OR passed away peacefully in his home on October 5, 2025. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, friend, and a respected business leader in his community.
Carlton was born to Carlyle and Mary Densmore in Battle Creek, MI on July 26, 1939.
In 1969, he relocated his first wife Marcia and
their two children, Angela and Robert, to Coos Bay, OR. He took a job as an auto mechanic at Verger’s Chevrolet in North Bend. He was soon promoted and became the manager of the service department there. In 1973 their second son, Samuel, was born, followed by John in 1975.
In 1981, Carlton and his wife, Judy, moved to Yuba City, CA where Carlton took the position of Service Manager at All Seasons RV. In 1985 the couple moved to Bandon, Oregon where they managed Sunset Motel until their retirement.
Carlton’s civic involvement in Bandon was extensive including serving the community as the President of the Lions Club of Bandon as well as activities with the Bandon Chamber of Commerce
Elizabeth Louise Hollis
February 14, 1934 - April 10, 2026
and the Cranberry Festival. Carlton set a positive example. He was a man who valued hard work, honesty, and integrity. He will be remembered for his sense of humor, love of the outdoors, fishing, boating, and golf.
Carlton is preceded in death by his parents and five siblings. He is survived by his loving wife, Judy, his first wife, Marcia, his children, Angela Nova, Robert Densmore, Samuel Densmore, and John Densmore; stepsons, Bryan and Jeff Longland; and six grandchildren, one great grandchild, several nieces and nephews; and sister-inlaw Joanne Densmore. His family will host a Celebration of Life on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 4 PM in the Fireside Room, at Sunriver Lodge in Sunriver, OR.
great-grandchildren.
Diane’s professional life was characterized by versatility and commitment. She managed the company founded by her late husband, Heinz Kaufmann — Kaufmann Homes — demonstrating her business acumen and steadfast leadership. Beyond this, she contributed to her community through roles at Farr’s Hardware and True Value. Diane retired on October 19, 2012, just two days shy of her 70th birthday, concluding a career marked by hard work and integrity. She is survived by her children, Kari Mann and her husband Brent Mann of Litchfield Park, Arizona and Jeff Kaufmann.of Coos Bay, Oregon. Stepchildren Steve Kaufmann of Reedsport, Oregon and Ron Kaufmann of Oregon City, Oregon. Grandchildren Jessica Stump of Stockton, California, Chris Kaufmann of Beavercreek, Oregon, Lacey Porter of Eugene, Oregon, Ashton Rodrigue of San Tan Valley, Arizona, Ryley Mann of Litchfield Park, Arizona. Great-Grandchildren Delecia Velasquez-Stump, Richard Velasquez Stump, Aliyah Kaufmann , Charleston and Georgia Kaufmann, Crue and Dash Rodrigue. Great-Great granddaughter Adalinda
Velasquez. Esparza. She is also survived by her siblings Pat Carlson, Cheryl Fortuna, Judith Karcher, James Mast, Harold Mast, Sandi Thornbrugh, Debi Lee, Mike Mast, and David Mast. She had many niece’s and nephew’s whom she adored. Diane’s family includes cherished memories of her late father, Reuben H. Mast, and mother, Elizabeth; her brother Kenneth Mast; her sister Linda Allen; her husband Heinz Kaufmann; and her grandson Ryan Kaufmann. Her stepdaughter Susan Stump and stepson Richard Kaufmann.
A graveside service will be held on May 23, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Reedsport Masonic Cemetery, located at 3021 Longwood in Reedsport, Oregon. Following the service, a reception will take place at the Marina Activity Center, 263 Marina Way, Winchester Bay, Oregon. Those attending are encouraged to wear Oregon Duck attire or green and yellow to honor her favorite team.
Those wishing to honor Diane’s memory may do so by sending flowers to the graveside service or by supporting Shore Acres State Park, one of her favorite places to visit.
Elizabeth Louise Hollis, 92, of North Bend, Oregon, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2026, at home. Born at Four Mile, Bandon, Oregon, on February 14, 1934, Betty, grew up in Pleasant Hill, Oregon on the Middle Fork of the Willamette River. She graduated from McMinnville High School and
lived most of her adult life in Klamath Falls, Oregon. She was an accomplished bookkeeper and administrative assistant providing many years of her expertise to the Herald & News and Modoc Lumber Company in Klamath Falls, and later to the Nestucca School District on the Oregon Coast. Betty was a hard worker and very meticulous in everything she did. She loved the outdoors and was always ready for any adventure whether it be camping, fishing, hunting, or just exploring with her husband and two boys.
In her retirement years, she traveled the world visiting countries in nearly every continent. Betty was preceded in death by her husband Harold Hollis and her long-time travel partner, Lou Oden. She is survived by her sister, Velma Nice; her sons, Harold Hollis, Jr. (Tyann), and Stephan Hollis (Roberta); her seven grandchildren; Tony (Tanya), Todd, Terry (Danika), Jeremy (Ashley), Rebecca (Mickey), Cameron (Kristal), and Christopher; and eleven great grandchildren; Kodi, Grant, Brody, Aria, Sawyer, Payton, Cheyenne, Zander, Ella, Bentlie, and Paisley. Betty requested no memorial service and her remains will be interred next to her husband at the Pleasant Hill cemetery at a date yet to be determined.
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LAIRD, David; A Service of Thanksgiving will be held at 1pm, Saturday, May 16 at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 400 Highland Avenue in Coos Bay. A celebration of life will follow at 2:00 PM at Black Market Gourmet, 495 Central Avenue in Coos Bay under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel. 541-267-3131. www. coosbayareafunerals.com
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nance: The city claims the change will make it easier to operate without much fuss. However, the purpose of Council Rules is to specify Council authority over meeting agendas, debate, voting and moreits’ core functioning! An ordinance is a ‘SHALL’; a resolution is a ‘MAY’. An ordinance by nature is hardened against tampering and that will protect Council authority from encroachment. Further, during the second meeting it was stated that an ordinance is subject to State guidelines and allows for a referendum vote. A resolution does not. Are you willing to give up a chance to challenge a Council action?
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed Bids for the City of Coos Bay - NEWMARK AVENUE & S WALL STREET PARKING LOT will be received via electronic means by Jennifer Wirsing, P.E., Public Works Director, until 2:00 PM local time on 05/27/2026 at which time the Bids received will be publicly opened at City Hall. The City will receive and accept bids only through www. questcdn.com via their electronic VirtuBid online service. No bids will be accepted after this time. The Project is for construction of: Construction of public parking lot located at the southwest corner of Newmark Avenue and S Wall Street. The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: CITY OF COOS BAY Bidding Documents may be viewed at www.QuestCDN. com. To be qualified to submit a Bid the Contractor must obtain the bidding documents and submit their bid electronically at www.questCDN. com, QuestCDN Project No. 10152876. All pre-Bid questions and responses will be posted on QuestCDN. A pre-bid conference will not be held. Bidder must qualify with owner per ORS 279C.430 as specified in Instructions to Bidders. This contract is for public work and is subject to ORS 279C.800 to 279C.870 regarding prevailing wage rates. This project is being fully funded by City of Coos Bay Empire Urban Renewal Agency Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and to waive any technicalities or informalities in connection with the bids. No Bidder may withdraw their bid until thirty (30) days after the bid opening. By order of: City of Coos Bay - Jennifer Wirsing, P.E., Public Works Director 5/5/2026 World 426185
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CITY OF LAKESIDE, OREGON NOTICE REGARDING OBNOXIOUS VEGETATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, pursuant to Chapter 93 of the Lakeside Municipal Code, all owners and persons in charge of property within the City of Lakeside are required to keep their property, including adjacent rights-of-way, free of obnoxious vegetation. vegetation" includes, but is not limited to: Weeds, grass, or legumes exceeding ten (10) inches in height (excluding decorative grasses); Poison oak, poison ivy, and Scotch broom. Blackberry vines, brush, or vegetation that constitutes a fire hazard, extends into a public way, or provides cover for trespassers; and Vegetation obstructs visibility or creates a traffic hazard. Between May 15 and September 30, property owners and persons in charge of property must cut down or otherwise control such vegetation as often as necessary to prevent it from becoming unsightly, a fire hazard, or from maturing or going to seed. The City of Lakeside is willing to abate obnoxious vegetation on a particular parcel at the request of the property owner or person in charge of a fee sufficient to cover the
City's costs. If vegetation is not properly controlled, the City intends to abate such nuisances ten (10) or more days after the final publication of this notice. The cost of abatement, including administrative costs, may be charged to the owner or person in charge of the property and may become a lien against the property. This notice is published in accordance with Chapter 93 of the Lakeside Municipal Code. For questions or to request abatement services, please contact: City of Lakeside 915 N Lake Rd 541-759-3011 manager@ cityoflakesideoregon.gov 4/14 & 5/5/2026 World 425044 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS PROBATE DEPARTMENT
In the matter of the Estate of: Iwana L. McKay, Decedent. Case No.: 26PB02837 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Darin Freiberg, has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative at PO Box 119, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the court, the personal representative, or the attorneys for the personal representative, Stebbins & Company, PO Box 119, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420. Dated and first published May 5, 2026. Darin Freiberg, Personal Representative 5/5, 5/12, & 5/19/2026 World 426076
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS
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In the matter of the Estate of:
Jesse Guy Frechette, Sr., Decedent. Case No.: 25PB11075 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Michele Frechette has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative at PO Box 119, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the court, the personal representative, or the attorneys for the personal representative, Stebbins & Company, PO Box 119, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420. Dated and first published: April 21, 2026 Michele Frechette, Personal Representative 4/21, 4/28, & 5/5/2026 World 425683
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS PROBATE DEPARTMENT
In the matter of the Estate of: Kenneth Oliver Day, Decedent. Case No.: 26PB02823 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Kent C. Day, has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative at PO Box 119, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the court, the personal representative, or the attorneys for the personal representative, Stebbins & Company, PO Box 119, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420. Dated and first published May 5, 2026. Kent C. Day, Personal Representative 5/5, 5/12, 5/19/2026 World 426077
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR COOS COUNTY Probate Department In the Matter of the Estate of: ROSE MARIE JACOBSON, Deceased. Case No. 26PB02567 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS GIVEN that Erlette Upshaw has been appointed personal representative of this estate. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative c/o Robert Cole Tozer, Attorney at Law, 856 Olive St., Ste. 106, Eugene, OR 97401, (541) 345-0795, within four months of the date of publication of
this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the court, the personal representative, or the personal representative's attorney, Robert Cole Tozer. DATED and published May 5, 2026. /s/ Erlette Upshaw Personal Representative 5/5/2026 World 426008
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS. WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, AS TRUSTEE OF STANWICH MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST I, Plaintiff v. ESTATE OF LARRY E. MILLER; CARRIE MILLER, an individual; KIMBERLY F. SHEPARD, an individual; RENAE MILLER, an individual; and DOES 1 THROUGH 20, INCLUSIVE, Defendants. Case No. 25CV57215 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION TO THE DEFENDANT: ESTATE OF LARRY E. MILLER: 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 Court within thirty (30) days from the date of the first publication of this summons. The date of first publication in this matter is May 5, 2026. If you fail timely to appear and answer, for want thereof, plaintiff(s) will apply to the court for relief demanded in the complaint. This is a complaint seeking a declaratory judgment setting aside Plaintiff's trustee's sale and cancelling the Trustee's Deed recorded on November 9, 2022, as Document No. 2022-09957 in the Official Records of Coos County, Oregon issued pursuant to the trustee's sale of the real property subject of this action described as: Lots 11, 12 and the South 17.25 feet of Lot 10, Block 1, PONY ADDITION TO NORTH BEND, Coos County, Oregon. Commonly known as: 2070 Everett Ave, North Bend, OR 97459. NOTICE TO THE DEFENDANT: READ THESE PAPERS CAREFULLY! You must "appear" to protect your rights in this matter. To "appear" you must file with the court a legal paper called a "motion" or "reply." The "motion" or "reply" 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 defendant's attorney or, if the defendant does not have an attorney, proof of service on the defendant. If you have questions, you should see an attorney immediately. If you need help in finding an attorney, you may call the Oregon State Bar's Lawyer Referral Service at (503) 684-3763 or toll-free in Oregon at (800) 452-7636. The Oregon State Bars web address is http:// www.osbar.org. This summons is issued pursuant to ORCP 7. Malcolm ϗ? Cisneros, A Law Corporation, Nicolas Matayron, OSB #254576, NMatayron@ mclaw.org Attorneys for Plaintiff 4 Venture, Suite 395, Irvine, CA 92618, P: (949) 252-9400, F: (949) 252-1032 5/5, 5/12, 5/19, & 5/26/2026 World 426127
Legal Notice: North Bend SelfStorage LLC, 2025 Sheridan Ave, North Bend, OR 97459 will be auctioning the following units on Bid13.com, May 14, 2026: C 61: Corrine Taylor, E 21: Billy Leatherman, C48-A: Brenna Rojas, C 65: Tim Gardner. 5/5 & 5/12/2026 World 426110
Libby Slough Drainage District will be holding the annual fiscal evaluation meeting on May 23, 2026, 10 am, at 62948 Red Dike Road Coos Bay, Oregon. 5/5, 5/12, & 5/19/2026 World 426364
NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING A public meeting in accordance with Oregon Executive Order 20-16 of the Budget Committee of the Gardiner Sanitary District, Douglas County, Oregon to review the proposed budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027, will be held on May 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM. In conjunction with Board of Directors Meeting the purpose to review and approve the proposed budget for the coming year. Copies of the proposed budget will be posted at the Gardiner Fire Hall prior to the meeting. Inquires can be made by contacting GSD thru or gardinersanitarydistrict@gmail.com 5/5 & 5/12/2026 World 426100
NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Bunker Hill Rural Fire Protection District, Coos
222 S. 10th St. Coos Bay, OR 97420 between the hours of 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. This notice can also be found on the District's website at the following address: www.cbd9.net. 4/28 & 5/5/2026 World 425204
NOTICE OF BUDGET
COMMITTEE MEETING A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Coquille School 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: 970 N. Central, Coquille, Oregon. The meeting will take place on May 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM. The purpose of the meeting is to receive the budget message. A copy of the budget may be inspected or obtained on or after May 14, 2026 at 970 N. Central, Coquille between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:00 PM. This is a public meeting where deliberation of the Budget committee will take place. Listed below is the time and place of an additional Budget Committee meeting that will be held to take public comment. Any person may appear at the meeting and discuss the proposed programs with the Budget Committee. May 27, 2026 at 6:00 PM, held at 970 N. Central, Coquille, Oregon. Pursuant to ORS 294.426 (5) (b) this notice is also posted on the District's Internet website @ http://www.coquille.k12.or.us for at least 10 days before the meeting date. 5/5/2026 World 426015
NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Lakeside 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 Lakeside Fire Station, 115 N. 9th Street, Lakeside, Oregon. The meeting will take place on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 5:30 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 13, 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. 4/21 & 5/5/2026 World 425483
Notice of Budget Committee Meeting A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Reedsport School District #105, Douglas County, State of Oregon, will be held at the Reedsport School District Office to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027. The meeting will take place on the 13th day of May, 2026 at 4:00 P.M. The purpose of the meeting is to receive the budget message and to hear comment from the public on the budget. This is a public meeting where deliberation of the Budget Committee may take place. Any person may attend the meeting and discuss the proposed programs with the Budget Committee. A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained
on the district website 48 hours prior to the meeting. Pursuant to ORS 294.426 (5)(b) this notice is also posted on the District's Internet website @ http://www.reedsport.k12.or.us for at least 10 days before the meeting date. 5/5/2026 World 426099
NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Sumner 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 Sumner Station 1, 60817 Selander Rd, Coos Bay, Oregon. The meeting will take place on the 27th 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 27, 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. 5/5 & 5/19/2026 World 425972
Notice of Budget Committee Meeting A public meeting with the Budget Committee of Coos County School District #13 (North Bend), Coos County, State of Oregon, on the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027, will be held at the North Bend Technology Building, 2525 Pacific Street, North Bend, Oregon. The first meeting will be held May 12th, 2026, at 6:00 pm. The purpose of the meeting is to receive the budget message, receive comment from the public, and approve the budget. A potential second budget committee meeting will be conducted on May 19th, 2026 if needed. Public comment will be taken in written format. Written comments received by 5 pm on May 11th, 2026 will be read during the public comment section of the meeting on May 12th, 2026. Comments will be subject to a three minute limit per community member. Email comments to budgetcommitteecomments@ nbend.k12.or.us. A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained online at http://www.nbend.k12.or.us/ beginning May 5th, 2026. These are public meetings where deliberation of the budget committee will take place. Notice of the publication is also available at http.//www.nbend.k12.or.us/.
Dated this day of April 21st, and May 5th, 2026. 4/21 & 5/5/2026 World 425738
NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING CITY OF NORTH BEND AND NORTH BEND URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING - POSSIBLE USES OF STATE REVENUE SHARING A Public Meeting of the Budget Committee for the City of North Bend is scheduled to take place at North Bend City Hall Council Chambers, located at 835 California Street in North Bend, Oregon. The meetings are set for May 18th and 19th, 2026, and will commence at 5:30 pm. The purpose of the meeting is to review the FY27
proposed budget. You may attend the meeting in person, but seating is limited. Alternatively, you can watch the meeting live (or after the fact) through the following link: www.northbendoregon.gov. If you wish to provide remote oral or written comments, you must register in advance at www.northbendoregon.gov. Sign-up sheets will also be available before the meeting for inperson comments. The City of North Bend Budget Committee will hold a public hearing on May 18, 2026, on the possible uses of State Revenue Sharing Funds for Fiscal Year 2026-27 in accordance with ORS 221.770. To provide remote oral or written testimony for the Public Hearing, you must register in advance at www. northbendoregon.gov using the Remote Public Hearing Comment Sign-up form. If you prefer to give in-person testimony, sign-up sheets will be available before the meeting. The North Bend Urban Renewal Agency Budget Committee will also hold public meetings on May 18th and 19th, 2026, to review the proposed budget for the North Bend Urban Renewal Agency (URA) for FY27 and receive public comments. The meetings can be viewed online, and public testimony will be heard only after a complete review of the URA's proposed budget. If you wish to provide remote oral or written comments, you must register in advance at www.northbendoregon.gov. Sign-up sheets will also be available before the meeting for in-person comments. Copies of the proposed budgets may be inspected or obtained on or after May 8, 2026, at North Bend City Hall upon a pre-arranged appointment and between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Please call 541756-8529 to schedule. Printed copies of the budget are $0.27 per double-sided, non-color page. The budget document will also be available online at www.northbendoregon.gov on or after May 8, 2026. 5/5 & 5/12/2026 World 426231
NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING
COOS BAY-NORTH BENDCHARLESTON VISITOR & CONVENTION BUREAU A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Coos BayNorth Bend-Charleston Visitor & Convention Bureau will be held to discuss the budget for fiscal year July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027, on May 21, 2026 at 8:30 am at the Ko-Kwel Casino Resort in the upstairs meeting rooms. The purpose of the meeting is to receive the budget message and receive comment from the public on the budget. Public comments will be accepted at this meeting. This is a public meeting where deliberation of the Budget Committee will take place. Any person may appear at the meeting and discuss the proposed programs with the Budget Committee; virtual attendance is available at the following link https:// us02web.zoom.us/j/81584270 155?pwd=Sp9vhAEKykFiw4i LzfDnGsb36ZLWQ1.1 Copies of the budget are available by contacting the City of Coos Bay Finance Department at 541-269-8915 or fiannce@ coosbayor.gov. 5/5/2026 World 425992
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEAR-
ING STATE REVENUE
SHARING CITY OF COOS
BAY BUDGET COMMITTEE
A public hearing will be held before the Budget Committee of the City of Coos Bay, Coos County, Oregon giving citizens the opportunity to comment on the use of State Revenue Sharing for fiscal year July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027, on May 14, 2026 at 6:00 pm. Public comments will be accepted at this meeting. 5/5/2026 World 426300
PUBLIC HEARING FOR A DECLARED NUISANCE: DANGEROUS STRUCTURES
The City of North Bend has determined that the following structures are dangerous buildings in accordance with the North Bend Municipal Code Section 15.08.020: 2960 Broadway Ave. North Bend, OR Map/Tax Lot: T25S R13W S16DD 10600 Owner of Record: Michael O'Neill 2869 Myrtle St. North Bend, OR Map/ Tax Lot: T25S R13W S16DD 10100 Owner of Record: Michael O'Neill These properties have been deemed to include a dangerous and derelict building in violation of NBMC 15.08, which refers to the International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC), as adopted by the City of North Bend in NBMC 15.04. IPMC Section 111.1.5 Dangerous structures or premises specifically considers to be dangerous: (6) The building or structure, or any portion thereof, is clearly unsafe for its use and occupancy, or; (7) The building or structure is neglected, damaged, dilapidated, unsecured or abandoned so as to become an attractive nuisance to children who might play in the building or structure to their danger, become a harbor for vagrants, criminals or immoral persons, or enables persons to resort the building or structure for committing a nuisance or an unlawful act. In addition, the property has been declared a nuisance, and properly noticed related specifically to NBMC 8.12.010 Nuisances Designated: 1) Wholly or partially dismantled motor vehicles as defined in Chapter 8.08 NBMC 9) An accumulation of junk, debris or personal property which is, or which is likely to become, rodent infested. All owners of record have been sent, certified mail, letters requesting abatement of dangerous conditions associated with these properties. Properties have not been abated, or reasonable actions taken to abate the dangerous structures by April 30, 2025, therefor the City of North Bend will hold individual property public hearings at their scheduled City Council Meeting held at 835 California Ave., in North Bend on May 12, 2026 starting at 7:00 pm. City Council shall hear testimony and receive evidence concerning such structures and decide whether or not said buildings are dangerous and what orders should be issued to make the structures safe. Those wishing to testify or provide evidence virtually or in
writing are required to register their testimony or exhibits by 1:00 pm on May 12, 2026 to be included in the hearing. Kade Spini Community Service Officer City of North Bend, OR 5/5/2026 World 426125
Public Notice A 10-day public comment period for review of the draft of Amendment #2 to the Long-Range Transportation Plan for The Confederated Tribes of the Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians will open 04/22/2026. Public input is an important part of this process and will help guide decision-makers as they finalize policies and strategies included in Draft Amendment #2 before formal action is taken in 2026. The Amendment can be viewed online at ctclusi.org or a copy can be picked up at our Florence Outreach Office located at 1576 12th St., Florence, OR 97439. The deadline for submission is May 18, 2026. Comments can be submitted in-person or online by emailing Project Manager Garrett Gray at ggray@ctclusi.org or contacting (541) 888-9577. 5/5/2026 World 426230
PURSUANT TO ORS CHAPTER 87 Notice is hereby given that the following vehicle will be Sold, for cash to the highest bidder, on 05/18/2026. The sale will be held at 10:00am by: Head N the Sand Towing 67101 HORSDALL RD NORTH BEND, OR 2017 Chev Equinox VIN = 2GNALCEK2H6171995 Amount due on lien $12259.00 Reputed owner(s) CHURCH, ERICA & GERALD JR 5/5 & 5/12/2026 World 426366
TRUSTEE'S NOTICE OF SALE TS No.: 188540 APN: 5435000 Reference is made to that certain deed made by Linda Sue Lawson, an unmarried woman as Grantor to First American Title, as Trustee, in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as designated nominee for Rocket Mortgage, LLC f/k/a Quicken Loans, LLC as Beneficiary, dated 01/12/2022, recorded 02/16/2022, in the official 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
(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
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 VETERANS If the recipient of this notice is a veteran of the armed forces, assistance may be available from a county veterans' service officer or community action agency. Contact information for a service officer appointed for the county in which you live and contact information for a community action agency that serves the area where you live may be obtained by calling a 2-1-1 information service.
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 File No. 25-00909OR Reference is made to that certain deed of trust made by Nathaniel Bowman, as grantor, to Ticor Title of Oregon, as trustee, in favor of Mortgage
Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as designated nominee for Goldwater Bank, N.A., beneficiary of the security instrument, its Successors and Assigns, as beneficiary, dated September 16, 2021, recorded September 17, 2021, in the records of Coos County, Oregon, under instrument No. 2021-10529, and subsequently assigned or transferred by operation of law to Weststar Mortgage Corporation, covering the following described real property situated in the above-mentioned county and state: BEGINNING AT A POINT 201 FEET SOUTH OF THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE NORTH HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 28 SOUTH, RANGE 13 WEST OF THE WILLAMETTE MERIDIAN, IN THE CITY OF COQUILLE, COOS COUNTY, OREGON; THENCE SOUTH ALONG THE QUARTER SECTION LINE TO THE 50 FOOT EXTENSION OF FOURTH STREET, IN COQUILLE CITY, ELLIOTT'S ADDITION, COOS COUNTY, OREGON, SAID EXTENSION BEING CALLED SPURGEON STREET; THENCE WEST ALONG SAID EXTENSION OF FOURTH STREET 100 FEET; THENCE NORTH 60 FEET TO A POINT DIRECTLY WEST OF THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE EAST TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, BEING A STRIP OF LAND 60 FEET WIDE AND 100 FEET LONG EAST AND WEST. SAVING AND EXCEPTING OFF THE EAST END THEREOF, A PARCEL OF LAND OCCUPIED BY A BRIDGEWAY. SAVING AND EXCEPTING THOSE PARCELS DEEDED TO THE CITY OF COQUILLE FOR STREET PURPOSES. APN: 886300 Commonly known as: 210 W 4th Street, Coquille, OR 97423 The undersigned hereby certifies that based upon business records there are no known written assignments of the trust deed by the trustee or by the beneficiary and no appointments of a successor trustee have been made, except as recorded in the records of the county or counties in which the above described real property is situated. Further, no action has been instituted to recover the debt, or any part thereof, now remaining secured by the trust deed, or, if such action has been instituted, such action has been dismissed except as permitted by ORS 86.752(7). Both the beneficiary and the trustee have elected to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by said trust deed and notice has been recorded pursuant to Section 86.752(3) of Oregon Revised Statutes. There is a default by grantor or other person owing an obligation, performance of which is secured by the trust deed, or by the successor in interest, with respect to provisions therein which authorize sale in the event of such provision. The default for which foreclosure is made is grantor's failure to pay when due the following sum: TOTAL REQUIRED TO REINSTATE: $15,957.36 TOTAL REQUIRED TO PAYOFF: $223,027.14 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: 1. The installments of principal and interest which became due on January 1, 2025, 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 Affinia Default Services, LLC, the undersigned trustee will on August 19, 2026 at the hour of 10:00 AM (PST), 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. For Sale Information, contact NPP at (916) 939-0772 or www. nationwideposting.com. In construing this notice, the singular includes the plural, the word "grantor" includes any successor in interest to this grantor as well as any other person owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by the trust deed, and the words "trustee" and "beneficiary" include their respective successors in interest, if any. Pursuant to Oregon Law, this sale will not be deemed final until the Trustee's deed has been issued by Affinia Default Services, 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. 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. Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Affinia Default Services, LLC may be deemed to be a debt collector and any information obtained may be used for that purpose. File No.: 25-00909OR Dated: 04/08/2026 Affinia Default Services, LLC By: /s/ Phally Eng Name: Phally Eng Title: Foreclosure Processor Trustee's Mailing Address: Affinia Default Services, LLC 16000 Christensen Rd., Suite 310 Tukwila, WA 98188 Phone Number: (503) 836-3799 Trustee's Physical Address: Affinia Default Services, LLC 10151 SE Sunnyside Road, Suite 490 Clackamas, OR 97015 Email: inquiries@ affiniadefault.com NPP0487249 5/5, 5/12, 5/19, & 5/26/2026 World 426030
TRUSTEE'S NOTICE OF SALE The Trustee under the terms of the Trust Deed described herein, at the direc-
tion of the Beneficiary, hereby elects to sell the property described in the Trust Deed to satisfy the obligations secured thereby. Pursuant to ORS 86.771, the following information is provided: 1. PARTIES: Grantor: GEORGE H. LAMBERT,
OF SALE. Date: July 9, 2026 Time: 11:00 a.m. Place: Coos County Courthouse, Front Entrance, 250 N. Baxter, Coquille, Oregon 97423 8. RIGHT TO REINSTATE. Any person named in ORS 86.778 has the right, at any time that is not later than five days before the Trustee conducts the sale, to have this foreclosure dismissed and the Trust Deed reinstated by payment to the Beneficiary of the entire amount then due, other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred, by curing any other default that is capable of being cured by tendering the performance required under the obligation or Trust Deed and by paying all costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation and Trust Deed, together with the trustee's and attorney's fees not exceeding the amount provided in ORS 86.778. ----------------------------------- NOTICE REGARDING POTENTIAL HAZARDS (This notice is required for notices of sale sent on or after January 1, 2015.) 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
“Providing for council rules to be established by ordinance or resolution”: To my understanding, ordinances are more formal, permanent. To me, this update simplifies how the council as a team can operate without permanent changes when they aren’t needed, as well as creates opportunity for time limits or other ways to try improvements and see what works.
“Updating the process to fill council vacancies in limited circumstances”: These have come from litigation where cities experienced a council without an elected quorum for extended periods. Without councils to choose courses of actions, city services can grind to a halt quickly. For us in North Bend, it’s a little more of a concern because our charter has lower monetary thresholds for when council must approve of a purchase
Many decisions in many
departments require council approval all year long.
Track actual changes proposed in Resolution 3377 from Exhibit B: https://www.northbendoregon.gov//apps/municipalboards/attachment/view. ashx?meetingid=7215&attachmentid=7488
Review LOC 2025 Model Charter: https://www.orcities.org/application/ files/5217/6480/5723/ Model_Charter_for_Oregon_Cities_-_Ninth_Edi-
SUDOKU PUZZLE
tion_-_2025.pdf
Here’s the city’s announcement with more materials: https://www.northbendoregon.gov/news/8273/ measure-6-229-proposednorth-bend-city-charteramendments Resolution 3377 was approved in this January council meeting: https://www.northbendoregon.gov/apps/boards/ meetings/details.aspx?meetingid=7215
Friday, May 1, 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 different 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
Kaffe 101, 171 S. Broadway, Coos Bay
A welcoming support group hosted by Pacific Home Health & Hospice.
WOMEN’S EMPOWER MENT 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 – SOUTH WEST 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 ADMIS SION
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
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 different cooking skill; participants may attend one or all sessions. Free, with preregistration required.
Registration available at www.coosbaylibrary.org or by calling (541) 269 1101 ext. 3606.
One Book, One Coast Community Read April 1–June 6, 2026
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.
Asian American & Pa cific Islander Heritage Month Reading Chal lenge
May 1–31, 2026 Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by participating in an all ages reading challenge at the Coos Bay Public Library. Community members are encouraged to read—or listen to— books by Asian and Pacific Island authors throughout the month of May. For each book completed, participants earn an entry for a chance to win a $50 gift card to a local Asian or Pacific Islander restaurant. How to participate: Entry forms are available at the library’s front desk. The challenge is open to all ages.
Admission: Free More information: Visit coosbaylibrary.org, call 541 269 1101 ext. 3606, or email Jennifer Knight at jknight@coosbaylibrary. org.
Coquille High School
Drama Presents: Just Another High School Play
May 1–2, 2026 · 7:00 PM (Doors open at 6:30 PM) Coquille High School, Coquille, Oregon Comedy production about a group of high school actors forced to open a show on their own after their drama teacher disappears on opening night. Featuring physical comedy, gags, and satirical rewrites of classic plays from Shakespeare to Albee. Presented by the Coquille High School Drama Department. Written by Bryan Starchman and directed by Michael Warncke. Free admission; donations greatly appreciated.
Asian American & Pa cific Islander Heritage Month Reading Challenge May 1–31, 2026
Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by participating in an all ages reading challenge at the Coos Bay Public Library. Community members are encouraged to read—or listen to— books by Asian and Pacific Island authors throughout the month of May. For each book completed, participants earn an entry for a chance to win a $50 gift card to a local Asian or Pacific Islander restaurant. How to participate: Entry forms are available at the library’s front desk. The
challenge is open to all ages. Admission: Free More information: Visit coosbaylibrary.org, call 541 269 1101 ext. 3606, or email Jennifer Knight at jknight@coosbaylibrary. org.
Marshfield High Drama Presents: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland May 8–17, 2026 · Times vary 10th Ingersoll Avenue Coos Bay, OR 97420
MHS Madrala Players Presents a one-act comedy by Rachel Teagle. Tickets are $5 for kids $8 for adults. Come out to support Marshfield High Drama. Directed by Emerson Miller. Follow us down the rabbit hole as Alice meets some wonderful and wacky new friends!
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.
Missoula Children’s Theatre Presents: The Secret Garden May 9, 2026 · 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM Sawdust Theatre, 120 N Adams St., Coquille
Original Missoula Children’s Theatre adaptation of The Secret Garden, featuring local Coos County students in grades K–12. This joyful production follows Mary Quite Contrary’s journey of friendship, healing, and discovery, with colorful characters including Giant Bugs, Canadian Geese, and Moor Animals. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children; available at the door or by reservation.
Charleston Marine Life Center’s 10th Anniversary May 9, 2026 – 11:00 AM – 5 PM 63466 Boat Basin Road Charleston, OR 97420
Join the party as the Charleston Marine Life Center celebrates its 10th Anniversary with Free Admission all day on Saturday, May 9th from 11 - 5 p.m. Hang out with your favorite critters. Learn to speak whale. Walk out to Charleston Marina’s B Dock to tour UO’s Research Boat, the R/V Megalopa and the Historic Western Flyer. The Western Flyer carried John Steinbeck and Ed Ricketts on their famous 1940 expedition to the Gulf of California, inspiring Steinbeck’s The Log from the Sea of Cortez. Western Flyer tours are Noon to 4 p.m.
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 Nourish ing 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 different types of tea, their health benefits, and enjoy samples. No registration required.
Dora Cemetery Associa tion 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.
Coos Watershed Mayfly Festival May 16, 2026 - 11 AM – 3 PM Mingus Park, Coos Bay The festival is a free, all-ages, hands-on celebration of watershed ecology and interconnectedness, designed to shed light on the connections between community, the environment, and water. The festival features over 20 science and art activity booths led by community members. Attendees can also make a costume, enjoy local food, and dance to live music. Fun for all ages! For more information, visit click here and follow the Coos Watershed Association on social media.
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.
Unlimited Book Club (Virtual) Thursday, May 21, 20266:00 PM Online via Zoom The Coos Bay Public Library and North Bend Public Library invite the community to attend Unlimited Book Club, a free, virtual book discussion meeting held every third Thursday of the month. Unlimited Book Club encourages awareness and fosters community dialogue around equity, diversity, and inclusion through reading and thoughtful conversation. The May meeting will give members an opportunity
to connect and discuss the next selected title, The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd, chosen by book club participants. Suggestions for future readings will also come from members.
Admission: Free Registration: Required to receive the Zoom link Register at https://bit.
ly/3R6E57M For more info: Visit coosbaylibrary.org or call 541 269 1101
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13th Annual BBQ, Blues, Brews & Bourbon on the Bay
May 23 - May 24, 2026
It’s the 13th Annual BBQ, Blues, Brews & Bourbon on the Bay Saturday &
er kind of port. Detractors are worried about long term financial viability, ecological impacts and changes to the way of life in Empire.
“When I was Speaker of the Oregon House, I helped save the rail line to Coos Bay because I saw how critical the Port of Coos Bay was to all those who call Oregon’s rural South Coast home. Now, we are one step closer to the Port of Coos Bay becoming the first fully ship-to-rail port facility on the West
Sunday, May 23 – 24, 2026 at the Ko-Kwel Casino Resort. Get ready for the return of finger-lickin’ good barbecue, hand-crafted beers, and smokin’ BBQ. BBQ, Blues, Brews & Bourbon on the Bay has grown into one of the Resort’s most attended events. Get event details and ticket information: themillcasino.com/ event/bbq-blues-brewsbourbon/
Friends of the North Bend Public Library Book Sale
May 30, 2026 North Bend Public Library, 1800 Sherman Ave. One day book sale with
Coast—with the potential to transform the region and our state,” said Merkley.
“The Port of Coos Bay project stands to benefit working families across the region by creating good-paying, local union jobs and will continue to work with local and federal partners to get this project over the finish line.”
The total state and federal funding for the project now sits at over $160 million indicating a sense of momentum behind the project from lawmakers at both levels.
“I’m glad the teamwork with Senator Merkley, Congresswoman Hoyle
we will get them all the way through tabulation, but if its two-o-clock in the morning, we look at how much is left and decide if we can get them through in a reasonable amount of time.”
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 wo day community celebration with food, music, and activities along the river.
Charleston Seafood Festival June 27, 2026
Join us in Charleton, Oregon for the re-imagined and re-vamped Charleston Seafood Festival, Saturday,
along with state and local officials has generated this most recent federal investment in the rail line that keeps this transformational Port of Coos Bay project advancing down the tracks,” said Wyden.
“This significant investment is great news for the port’s fresh approach to generate thousands of good-paying jobs on the South Coast and to expand supply chain capacity for our entire country. And I’ll keep pressing for the needed additional federal investments to complete this innovative ship-to-rail approach.”
bers of the community can register for a time slot to watch the proceedings as they unfold and pose questions to the team at the elections office.
June 27, 2026. Seafood vendors, family and kid activities, live entertainment, educational activities, and more. This year promises even more seafood vendors serving up fresh, local flavors and highlighting everything that makes Charleston, Oregon so special. Admission is free.
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 Stuff 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.
opment costs to make the
project worth pursuing.
that it has been received.
It is highly recommended to vote early and to vote informed. Early voting better ensures your vote is counted quickly and allows for a faster turnaround of results after election day closes at 8 p.m.
“If people vote early then we can get those results out quicker,” said Brecke. “It is a long day… We guarantee that everything that comes in gets scanned in so you can go online and see that it is received. Most of the time
Election day is a marathon for elections office employees. The three full time staff members are there from seven a.m. until that late-night breaking point, only to turn around and be back in the office the next morning. Counts are tabulated using air-gapped machines, and those handling ballots do so at tables with representatives from both major parties to ensure security. Results will be posted online as soon as possible once 8 p.m. rolls around on the 19th. Rolling updates are scheduled as posted on the county’s elections web page.
Brecke also encouraged anyone who is curious about the process to sign up for observation. Mem-
If you have any other questions about the process, your ballot, or observation you can reach out to the Coos County Clerk’s office at (541) 3967610 or check the elections page of the county website at co.coos.or.us/clerk/page/ elections.
“The primaries are always a lower percentage [voter turnout], typically around 38% in our count… We would like to see people voting early and we would like to see that percentage rate go up,” said Brecke. “The more people who are voting, the more voices are heard. Then we’re getting a really good feel for what the public actually wants.”
Vote early, vote informed, but most importantly vote in the first place.
Around 120 people attended the two town hall meetings, approximately 80 percent of which stated they were against residential development on the site. Most cited concerns over traffic and infrastructure as their leading concerns.
What locals did support was recreational use of the land for trails, parks and other easily accessible open spaces for folks to enjoy. AKS recommend-
ed that the city change the zoning on the area to reflect that use. Taking that 110 acres off of the possible development area for the city’s urban growth boundary would potentially allow them to find that growth elsewhere. An agreement will need to be found with the port as to what is best for the parcel.
“Finally, we have an answer, and I appreciate that. We have clear direction that this is not feasible. It’s great to get an answer, finally, that’s
definitive… and we need to look at other ways to build the housing out through the urban growth boundary or whatever else it is,” said Mayor Joe Benetti in response to the findings. “I also appreciate the public input that was gained. I think its important that we keep the public involved.” Each of the council members present expressed gratitude that they finally had an answer after thirty years of inquiries over development on the tract.
PCIP
By Mary Schamehorn As I See It
we approach Memorial Day, I remember the Stormwatchers festival held that weekend for a number of years, back in the 1980s. One of the main events was a sandcastle contest (first photo) which drew hundreds of people to the beach to craft a sandcastle or just watch.
The first day of the weekend event was held at The Barn where vendors gathered with their food offerings and music, playing to large crowds.
The second photo shows the small building that was erected on the beach to sell water and swag like sweatshirts. The crowd reminds us of those who gather today to walk the coveted Circles in the Sand, which has put Bandon on the map.
I looked through my Cranberry Festival collection of negatives, and came
“an iconic masterpiece first envisioned by Mike Keiser,” and urging people to put it on their bucket list.
Two important cases were adjudicated recently, with one man sentenced to more than 8 years in prison and another facing over 7 years.
On Dec. 24, the Coos County Sheriff’s Office responded to a fatal crash on Transpacific Parkway. An investigation revealed that Reef M. Berry, 22, Bandon, was operating the vehicle, impaired, with passengers in the vehicle.
One young man, Austin Quarisa, 19, died from his injuries, and Nate Lester, 19, was seriously injured. Quarisa was the son of Lila and Bobby Quarisa, owners of By the Sea Gardens, and Lester is the son of Wade Lester and the grandson of Nancy Goddard Murphy.
be 7 years and 6 months in prison, and he allegedly will be banned from owning a domestic animal for 15 years.
That same day, Edith Beckner, described as his on and off partner who helped care for the animals, is expected to respond in court to a large number of charges filed against her.
Investigators say the park has continued operating without proper licensing beginning in 2023. What appeared to visitors as a family attraction was, according to authorities, the site of serious and ongoing criminal activity. In addition to the 300 animals removed from the property, law enforcement seized $1.6 million in cash, cocaine and meth, and multiple firearms.
The Port of Bandon posted on Facebook Saturday
across one from 1983 when three of us, Rich Iverson (owner of Lord Bennett’s), the late Dr. Del Remy and I, were judging the Queen of the Kitchen entries out at the VFW Hall. The PGA Professional Championship was held at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort this week, culminating with the championship rounds last Wednesday. The Golf Channel carried the event, which began Sunday with some of the most spectacular coverage you would ever hope to see. This kind of nationwide advertising is something we could never afford. The announcers were enthusiastic about the beauty of the property, calling it
Berry appeared in Coos County Circuit Court April 20 and pleaded guilty to second degree manslaughter, third degree assault-DUII and Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants. He was transferred to the Department of Corrections for his total sentence of 105 months (8 years and 9 months). Also on April 20, Brian Tenney, 53, who has been running the West Coast Game Park Safari since taking it over from his parents in 2009, entered guilty pleas to 47 counts involving animal neglect along with drugs and weapons violations, with sentencing set for July 20. Additional info has indicated that the sentence will
that thieves had stolen the two large bronze plaques dedicating the marina. A spokesman said cameras will be checked and local pawn/scrappers will be notified. Anyone with information is urged to contact the port at 541-347-3206 or the Bandon Police Department.
Bandon Fire was paged out at 2:30 p.m. Sunday for a motor vehicle accident on Seven Devils Road, milepost 4.5. First responders on scene advised dispatch that this was an old accident from the previous night, and incoming units could be canceled.
A woman posted on Facebook April 22 that her parents’ place near Boice Cope Park in Langlois had been broken into, leaving the sliding glass door wide open. They had gone through all the drawers and cabinets and took a large oval brass coffee table top, 4 feet by two and a half feet in size, two unique old lamps made from copper/brass fire hoses from the Queen Mary, along with silverware, and possibly a quilt. The poster said, “these pieces are super
unique so easy to spot.”
She said all the doors were checked as locked a few days earlier, so she was not sure how they got in.
On April 21 at 7:25 a.m.
Bandon Fire was paged to the area of Ocean Crest School for an electrical wire that was down near the school. It was reported that a transformer blew near the school, causing a power outage in west Bandon that lasted several hours, and resulted in several people stuck in elevators at Pacific View.
I have learned that a 1969 graduate of Bandon High School, Warren Hopson, died of cancer April 4 in Hillsboro where he had lived many years with his wife Janet and their family, including three children, Sarah, Katherine and Samuel. He was born in Myrtle Point in 1950, the fourth of five children born to Miles and Katherine Hopson, and raised in Bandon. He lettered in basketball and track, excelling in the pole vault. He went to Southern Oregon College in Ashland, graduating in 1973 with a degree in criminology and police science. He dedicated his life to law enforcement and was with the Washington County Sheriffs Office for many years where he rose to the rank of sergeant, before retiring in 2003. In
to review, negotiate, and finalize necessary legal/development documents,” said O’Connor.
A Bandon man is among 12 people and projects receiving a 2026 Oregon Heritage Excellence Award, to be presented April 29 in Mt. Angel for their contributions to preserving Oregon’s heritage.
Jim Proehl, a member of the museum’s board of directors, received the honor “for his dedication to preserving and promoting the history of Bandon through his service to the Bandon Historical Society in the forms of leadership, education, communication, collection care, fundraising and beyond.”
Also honored was the late Paul Quarino for his 44 years serving as steward and caretaker of Coos Bay’s Egyptian Theatre’s Mighty Wurlitzer, ensuring that the magic of this 1925 organ could be shared with future generations.
Two new chamber board members were introduced during the annual dinner last week at The Barn, under the direction of Nalia Brewster, the chamber’s executive director. Joining the board were Lorry Malloy and Christine Sheffield. Other members of the board are chair Brandie Wright, treasurer Anne McCaleb, Tia
her community service initiative Building Foundations for Better Futures, she is raising funds to provide over a hundred at-home laptops and 100 school supply-filled backpacks to students in need for the coming year. Akyla is the granddaughter of Victoria Schmelzer, pain management specialist at Southern Coos Hospital. Donations could be made to http://spot. fund/fsbb1kpsc. Or could be sent to her at 88515 Weiss Estates, Bandon, OR 97411. I hope others will join me in supporting her efforts.
Coming Events: There are no Meet and Greets scheduled for the next two weeks, and if anyone has a program they would like to share, contact Lori Osborne. SEA sponsored “Welcome back Puffins” recently with viewing scopes set up at Coquille Point from 10 a.m. to noon. At 1 p.m. Katherine Luscher, conservation coordinator for Tufted Puffin Recovery for the National Audubon Seabird Institute, gave a presentation on Puffins at the Bandon Library Sprague Room. All events are free to the public. Only their guided tidepool and bird walks require online registration at their website www.sea-edu. org/events. See website for dates.
addition to his immediate family, he is survived by his brother Gary Hopson and his sister Elaine Hopson. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Bill and Jim.
The Town Hall meeting that had been scheduled for April 29 to talk about Ocean Park, the joint workforce housing development between the school district and the city, has been canceled, according to attorney Dan O’Connor.
O’Connor emphasized that the postponement is temporary in nature (60 days or so) to provide an opportunity to further educate the development partners, interested organizations and community stakeholders concerning the specifics of the property development prior to holding a community meeting. “This pause will provide the development partners additional time
Lawrence, Damon Weatherill, Neal Barlow, David Searle, Christine Michalek, and Angela Baker-Geppert.
Speakers were Julie Miller, executive director of Travel Southern Oregon Coast, and Dan O’Connor and Darren Sandeno, representing Gravel Point.
Some of the best food we’ve ever experienced at a catered event at The Barn was prepared by Josh Foley and Nick Lalicata, both of whom work in the culinary department at the hospital, with the delicious desserts prepared by Josh’s mother, Dottie Foley, who works at the hospital’s front desk.
Bandon High School junior Akyla Velasco, who was recently named Miss Coos County Teen, and will be representing Bandon at the Miss Oregon’s Teen competition in June, is seeking sponsors. Through
The Continuum center will host a reception to welcome two new tenants, Bebop Hot Soups and Old Dust and Rust, along with the return of Jose and April Nunez of High Tide Art Gallery, Friday, May 8, 5 to 7, at the Continuum, with wine, cider, food and music. MarLo Dance Studio presents Peter Pan, May 8-10 and 15-17, Sprague Theater. Ticket information is on their website.
Swim Pool meeting, Tuesday, May 12, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Sprague room at Library.
Alive After Five wine walk, May 22, 5 to 7 p.m. Wine glasses $10 at Port of Bandon glass picnic shelter. Bandon Housing Code update and project overview, May 21, 5:30 to 7, The Barn/Community Center.
PHOTO COURTESY OF MARY SCHAMEHORN
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more you learn, the more places you’ll go.”— Dr. Seuss
for a celebration of books and reading on April 23, 2026. The event marked the culmination of the Gift of Literacy Program, a sixmonth initiative designed to encourage a lifelong love of reading among young children. Reading is fundamental. It develops young children’s brains, provides a window into the world around them and helps them do better in all school subjects. Even so, 800 million people around the world cannot read or write. And many families (and some schools) have no books for children to read. With the idea of im-
proving children’s access to fun books and reading, the Rotary Clubs and school districts of North Bend, Coos Bay, Reedsport, Bandon, Coquille, Myrtle Point and Powers, along with South Coast Education Service District (ESD), and Southwestern have partnered for the past nine years on the Gift of Literacy Program.
Modeled after the Springfield Gift of Literacy, this well-established, time-tested, award-winning program supports reading and inspires thousands of young children.
Each year, Coos County librarians and teachers choose the books. Firstgrade classrooms receive a set of the books in November, giving teachers an opportunity to read the
books in the classroom and build excitement.
The Gift of Literacy Program culminates in the festive celebration at the College with music, guest book readers, and a play put on by youth actors with Little Theatre on the Bay. First-graders receive a bag filled with fun swag, a careers coloring book, and the year’s featured brand-new books!
“Literacy is the foundation for lifelong learning, and it’s a privilege to support that journey from the very start,” said Southwestern President and local Rotarian Dr. Patty Scott.
“This event reflects our deep commitment — not just to education, but to empowering every child in our community to thrive.”
The Rotary Clubs, the
Reedsport unveil new downtown EV charging stations
By Nate Schwartz World Editor
Hoping they will help supercharge visits to their historic downtown area, the City of Reedport cut the ribbon on four new electric vehicle (EV) charging stations.
Right across from city hall on the corner of Winchester and 5th street, the new stations invite passing drivers to explore the numerous shops, restaurants and community events that give the main downtown strip its character.
“We’re hopeful that bringing in the new technology of EV charging stations will bring people to our downtown area,” said Reedsport’s Community Development Director, Steve Wilson.
“Utilizing things like our pharmacy, our businesses, all the new restaurants. They can park their vehicle, we have four stations, and enjoy all that downtown has to offer.”
The process as a whole took about a year to come
to fruition. The grant application process began in April of 2025 through the Urban Renewal District, which was able to secure grants from Oregon Coast Visitors Association, Travel Southern Oregon Coast, and the Oregon Department of Transportation’s Community Charging Rebates.
The installation, from contracting to completion, was a nine-month process. The work was done through the collaboration of multiple city departments with contractors Central Lincoln PUD and Elkhorn Electric.
Reedsport has long served as a travel hub thanks to its unique position which intersects multiple of the South Coast’s main arteries. Highway 38, the Umpqua Scenic Highway, runs right through the heart of the historic downtown connecting Highway 101 to the I-5 and the rest of the West Coast. Making the installation of the chargers, which contin-
ue to grow in demand, a no-brainer for the city.
“There are very few charging stations on the Oregon Coast,” said Wilson. “For anyone coming through utilizing 101, they’re going to be on the look for where the next station is at. As you head northward the next isn’t until Newport. That’s a pretty significant stretch.”
The average charge can take anywhere from 20 to 45 minutes, making it a perfect opportunity to grab a bite from a local restaurant, check out the goods from small businesses or visit attractions like the Umpqua Discovery Center.
The U.S. department of transportation suggests “given the significant time required even when using fast charging infrastructure, EV drivers may also be inclined to combine their refueling stops with other activities, including visits to local stores, restaurants, parks, and attractions in the vicinity. Providing EV charging stations can thus enable rural communities to draw regional travelers driving EVs and to stay connected to the broader EV
network, benefiting both residents and outside visitors, as well as bringing in revenue for local businesses”
Two local caddies earn full college scholarships
Staff Report
Ten caddies from Oregon have been granted the Western Golf Association’s (WGA) Evans Scholarship, including two from Coos County. Safaa Dimitruk from Bandon High School and Annika Bones from Marshfield were both awarded the prestigious grant, which covers full housing and tuition, after selection interviews at the Waverly Country Club in Portland. Both youth caddies were sponsored by Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, which recently hosted the PGA championship. The students will begin college this fall as Evans Scholars, with most Oregon winners expected to attend the University of Oregon in Eugene. Final university placements
will be determined this spring. The Evans Scholarship is valued at more than $125,000 over four years.
Qualification for the scholarship involves caddies excelling in four key areas: a strong caddie record, excellent academics, demonstrated financial need and outstanding character.
“These young people have distinguished themselves through years of hard work on the golf course and in the classroom,” said Dan Harmon, a WGA Director and the state chair of Oregon. “Caddying builds confidence, responsibility and perseverance, and these students have embraced those lessons. We are proud to welcome them as Evans Scholars and look forward to the
impact they will make in college and beyond.”
The WGA, headquartered in Glenview, Illinois, has supported the Chick Evans Scholarship Program through the Evans Scholars Foundation since 1930. Known as one of golf’s favorite charities, it is the nation’s largest scholarship program for caddies.
Currently, a record 1,260 caddies are enrolled at 27 universities across the country as Evans Scholars, including 34 at the University of Oregon. More than 12,575 caddies have graduated as Evans Scholars since the Program was founded by famed Chicago amateur golfer Charles “Chick” Evans Jr. in 1930. Through the scholastic support received by
the foundation, Evan Scholars graduate at a 98 percent rate with a cumulative 3.3 GPA. Four out of ten scholars are first-generation college students and 96 percent are employed or enrolled in graduate school within six months of graduating. In addition to over 43,500 supporters nationwide, funds for the scholarship program come from Evans Scholars Alumni, who contribute over $15 million to the program annually. All proceeds from the BMW Championship event during PGA Tour playoffs go straight to the program as well. Congratulations to Annika and Safaa on their scholarships, the World wishes you the best of luck in your future studies.
South Coast Education Service District, and the College extend a special thanks to Yellow Cab,
First Community Credit Union, McDonald’s, Peak Credit Union, and Oliver Northwest Services, Inc.
for their generous support of the Gift of Literacy Program.
charging
The city thanked all those who were able to attend the ribbon cutting ceremony on April 24, which included commu-
nity members, representatives from all of the grantors, the contractors and a huge contingent of city staff.
A look at the early days of installation back in December, 2025. The process took nine months, from contracting to completion.
Photos courtesy of the City of Reedsport Representatives from multiple grantors, contractors and city government await Reedsport Mayor, Linda McCollum, cutting the ribbon on the city’s new EV charging stations.
Obituaries
Mary Claire Kronsberg Stilwell
June 19, 1956 – February 19, 2026
Mary Claire Kronsberg Stilwell was born in North Bend, Oregon, to Gus and Gert Kronsberg, the fourth of six children. Mary spent her childhood in North Bend, attending Coos Catholic School and making friends. She attended North Bend High School and graduated in 1974. Following her graduation she went to Southwestern Oregon Community College for two years and went on to Oregon State University and graduated with a degree in Home Economics.
Mary was drawn to the Pacific Northwest and
lived many years in the Seattle area and later in the Bremerton area where she met and married her husband, John Stilwell. Mary loved the warm weather in southern California. She bought a home in Indio in 2013 and spent the winters there until 2023 when she and John decided to live there full time. While living in Indio, Mary attended college at UC Riverside to obtain a degree in Interior Design. She loved everything about interior designing including bright colors!
Mary will be remembered for her great sense of humor, her love for cooking, following the Seattle Seahawks, reading, and a deep love for her cats.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents and oldest sibling, Charlie, brother in law Mike Johnson, and husband John, who died in February 2024. She is survived by her siblings, Tom Krons-
Jon Clifton Richards
November 29, 1944 - April 3, 2026
Jon Clifton Richards was born on November 29, 1944 in Mt Vernon, Ohio, to John and Mary Helen Spillman Richards. He passed away unexpectedly on April 3, 2026 in Medford, Oregon. He grew up in Delaware, Ohio, and as the first child, grandchild and nephew, he was surrounded by the love and attention of extended family. He graduated from Delaware Willis High School and continued his education in his hometown, receiving a BA from Ohio Wesleyan University (1966), an MBA from University of Michigan (1968) and later an MA in International Economics from Colorado University (1981). He married Kathy Bardone in July of 1968. A life of adventure and travel followed - teaching and coaching in Maine; assessing potential land expansions for the National Park Service; owning and operating a restaurant/ lodge in Allenspark, Colorado. There Jon and Kathy made life long friends and embraced life in the Colorado Mountains. Their first child, Cameron, was born in 1980. Wanderlust struck and Jon and Kathy became directors of study abroad programs, leading groups in Oxford, London and Sri Lanka with Cameron in tow. With the expected arrival of their daughter,
Alison, 3 years later, Jon took a job with the University of Colorado in Grand Junction helping businesses recover from the oil shale collapse. Always good at cultivating contacts, and always looking for new challenges, he took a job at the University of Ulster (Northern Ireland) in 1988 preparing businesses to expand their markets into the burgeoning European Union, and the family moved to outside of Belfast.
After 4 years, Jon brought his family back across the Atlantic and across the continent to North Bend/Coos Bay to work at SOCC as Director of the Business Development Center where he again formed long term friendships with his team assisting small businesses across Coos and Curry Counties. He participated in several Rotary sponsored projects in Indonesia, was the recipient of a Malone Fellowship to Saudi Arabia, had multiple international small business consulting contracts in former Soviet Republics and the Middle East. Closer to home, he served on the Board of Directors of Bay Area Hospital, of United Way, and of Oregon Economic Initiatives.
Jon was always an athlete - learning and playing lacrosse at Ohio Wesley-
berg (Anita), Anne Johnson, Andy Kronsberg, and Rob Kronsberg (Vicki). Also, sister in law Dana Templin (Paul), and brother in law, James (Lori).
She was fond of her nephews and nieces, Ben, Liz, Matt, Rachel, Kelli, Amy, Nathan, Keith, Clay, Josh, Jared, Emily, Ernest, and Prairie.
At Mary’s request there will be no service. At a later date her ashes will be spread where she will join John.Hollis (Roberta); her seven grandchildren; Tony (Tanya), Todd, Terry (Danika), Jeremy (Ashley), Rebecca (Mickey), Cameron (Kristal), and Christopher; and eleven great grandchildren; Kodi, Grant, Brody, Aria, Sawyer, Payton, Cheyenne, Zander, Ella, Bentlie, and Paisley.
Betty requested no memorial service and her remains will be interred next to her husband at the Pleasant Hill cemetery at a date yet to be determined.
Jerry Isley
March 24,1956 – March 29,2026
Jerry Isley, age 70, of North Bend, OR, entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior on March 29th, 2026, following a second stroke, surrounded by his loving family. He was much loved and will be greatly missed. A man of unwavering faith, Jerry lived his life as a testament to the grace of God. Over the many years, he and the family were blessed to attend College Park Community Church, Hauser Community Church, Skyline Baptist Church, and Shoreline Community Church.
He was born in Cottage Grove, OR, the second oldest and only boy in
an, Michigan and Oxford Universities, followed by running, biking, then swimming, and always skiing and hiking. He made 2 two week treks across the Swiss Alps. Jon and Kathy were enthusiastic sailors with the Coos Bay Yacht Club, sailing their San Juan 21 in regattas and at Ten Mile Lake, once winning the western national title.
Jon had a stroke in 2014 that left him partially disabled but his spirit was strong and he fought through years of rehabilitation to live his best life. He and Kathy went on numerous cruises and travelled to family events across the country. They made the decision to move to Rogue Valley Manor in 2025.
He is survived by his loyal and loving wife of 57 1/2 years Kathy; son Cameron (Jaime); daughter Alison Kay (Matt) and 2 grandsons, Harrison and Spencer; brother Jeffrey (Carolyn), and extended family across the country.
A celebration of life will be held at the Oregon Coast Culinary Institute in Coos Bay, Oregon on June 6, 2026 at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family suggested donations in memory of Jon to either The SOCC Foundation’s General Scholarship Fund or Ohio Wesleyan Student Scholarship Fund.
a family of 5 children, attended Kennewick High School (WA) and graduated in 1974. He graduated from Warner Pacific College and married Janet Morin (Isley) in 1976. They lived in Portland for two years until Jerry moved them to North Bend where they raised their three sons. Jerry is known for working for several employers in the area, including Safeway, Wonderbread, Reser’s, Oroweat, and retiring recently from Safeway’s fuel station.
Jerry’s greatest joy was his family. He is survived by his beloved wife, Janet, of 49 years. He leaves behind a legacy of faith through his family, including his three sons and their wives: Ken and Angela Isley of North Bend, OR, Kevin and Karen Isley of North Bend, OR, and Kory and Whitney Isley of Reedsport, OR. He was the proud and doting Papa to 13 grandchildren, Matthew, Joshua, Michelle, Madison, Michael, Jonathan, Megan, Maken-
Mariah Mayfield
Remembering Mariah
At just 18 years old, Mariah was full of life, love, and so much promise. With graduation right around the corner, she was excited for what was ahead and was planning to continue her journey by enrolling in college. She had dreams of pursuing nursing, with a special passion for working in the NICU, where her gentle heart and love for others would have made such a difference.
Mariah found joy in the simple, beautiful moments of life especially being at the beach, her favorite place. She loved capturing memories, always taking pictures with her cousins, even if it meant taking a hundred just to love one. She was always up for late 9 p.m. runs for something random whether it was for a baking idea, Dutch, or makeup related she suddenly “needed.” She was the go-to driver for just about everything, even baseball cards, always showing up for the people
she loved. She also cherished time spent hunting with her grandpa, these moments meant so much to her.
She had a heart that showed in everything she did. Mariah was incredibly kind, independent, and full of personality bringing a little sass and humor wherever she went. She had a way of making people feel comfortable, seen, and cared for. Her love for her family ran deep, and it showed in the little things, like the “LOL” messages she shared with her Grandma Judy, a simple connection that meant so much.
Mariah loved being an aunt more than anything, it was one of her proudest roles. The love she had for her niece, Tatum, was undeniable and pure. Children were naturally drawn to her, and she had a gift for making them feel safe and loved.
If you knew Mariah, you knew how much she loved having fun: making TikToks with her cousins, keeping up with every trending challenge, and sending voice audios back and forth at all hours. She loved getting ready and putting together the cutest outfits, even if it took a little extra time. Every night, you could count on her asking her mom, “What’s for dinner?”, followed by Mariah saying “Really, are
zi, Macie, Maxton, Carter, Cooper, and Colter. His favorite shirts were his many PAPA t-shirts with all their names. Preceded in death by his parents JC Isley, Ida Isley, and brother-in-law Jim Rieger. Survived by his four sisters and their husbands, Terri (Isley) Teague and husband Jim, Lori (Isley) Doe and husband Don, Janet (Isley) Rice and husband Marc, and Shona (Isley) Rieger. Survived by brother-in-law and sister-in-law Barry and Judy (Morin) Youso and by many nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Jerry’s life and his homecoming will be held at 1:30pm, Saturday, May 23 at Shoreline Community Church, 1251 Clark Street in North Bend.
Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.coosbayareafunerals.comPleasant Hill cemetery at a date yet to be determined.
you sure?”. And if she was with her brother Dylan, they were roasting each other to get a reaction and a laugh.
Summers were spent camping at the Rogue River, making memories with family. She loved music, especially blasting rap songs with her dad out on the porch and her aunt Sandy taking her to concerts, moments filled with laughter and videos to be remembered.
Mariah is survived by her parents, Brandon and Angela Mayfield; her brother, Dylan Mayfield, and sister-in-law, Kaylin; her niece, Tatum Mayfield; her grandparents, great grandmother; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and family friends, along with countless others whose lives she touched. She will be deeply missed and endlessly loved by all who knew her.
In lieu of flowers, the family invites you to honor Mariah’s memory through a donation to the Mariah Mayfield Scholarship at First Community Credit Union. Online remembrances and condolences may be shared at www.westrumfuneralservices.com
Arrangements are under the direction of Amling/ Schroeder Funeral Services-Coquille Chapel 541-396-3846
Death Notices
Judi Marie Blondell, 78, of Reedsport, passed away on April 20, 2026 in Reedsport. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440. www. coosbayareafunerals.com
Gerry D. Vinyard, 68, of Coos Bay died April 21, 2026 in Coos Bay. Services will be announced and held at a later date under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. www. coosbayareafunerals.com
LaVonn M. Riddle, 76, of Coos Bay died April 23, 2026 in Coos Bay. Cremation rites have been held at Ocean View Memory Gardens Crematory, Coos Bay under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. www. coosbayareafunerals.com
Gary Phylnn Bowers, 72, of Reedsport, Oregon passed away on April 14th, 2026. Arrangements are under the care of Dunes Memorial Chapel in Reedsport. William “Bill” J. Brady, 84, of Coos Bay, passed away April 26, 2026 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of
Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131 www. coosbayareafunerals.com
James E. Johnson, 90, of Myrtle Point died April 22, 2026 in Coquille. 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 Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. www.coosbayareafunerals.com
Jacob R. Daniels, 43, of Coos Bay died April 23, 2026 in Coos Bay. Services will be announced and held in May. Cremation rites have been held at Ocean View Memory Gardens Crematory, Coos Bay under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. www. coosbayareafunerals.com
Norma J. Tillia, 94, of Coos Bay died April 29, 2026 in Coos Bay. Services will be announced and held at a later date under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. www. coosbayareafunerals.com
