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Fatal crash on Hwy 101 near Port Orford
Curry County, Ore. - On Sunday, July 14, 2024, at 11:40 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a single vehicle crash on Hwy 101, near milepost 298, in Curry County. The preliminary investigation indicated a southbound Ford F250, operated by James Franklin Mickelson (36) of Sixes, left the roadway for unknown reasons, traveled approximately 400 feet through a field, and struck a tree. The collision caused the vehicle to become engulfed in flames. ...
National Guard joins wildfire fighting battle
The Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) has ordered four hand crews through the Oregon National Guard (ORNG). Through Governor Kotek’s State of Emergency Declaration, ODF is able to order firefighting resources as needed from the National Guard. Since the declaration, the department has already ordered two medevac helicopters and other air support from the National Guard in support of multijurisdictional fires. “The wildfire situation on the ground is dynamic and...
Progress on the vessel known as the El Conquistador is underway
The 139-foot vessel, which has been illegally moored off the Empire Boat Ramp for years, is nearing the end of its stay at this location. On July 25th, in coordination with the Coos County Sheriff’s Office, the vessel was seized by the Oregon Department of State Lands (DSL) due to the continuing deterioration of the vessel. DSL has contracted with NRC Environmental Services to begin removal of fuel, oil, and...
The Chamber Minute: From the Desk of Rosey Thomas
Welcome to another Chamber Minute with Rosey. It's an exciting time for the Bay Area Chamber as we kick off the selection process for the 34th Class of Leaders in our renowned Leadership Coos Program. If you received an application via email, be sure to return it quickly—remember, selections are on a first-come, first-served basis. Applications are also available online but move fast. I am thrilled to announce that I...
Be ready for potential power outages, PUC says
As wildfires continue to burn throughout the state and extreme weather events impact communities, Oregon residents are encouraged to be prepared for potential power outages. "Wildfires and extreme weather can cause power outages, and weather and other conditions in specific geographies may cause electric utilities to adjust system settings, which can result in more frequent and longer outages, or even in certain cases, implement public safety power shutoffs (PSPS," the Oregon Public Utility Commission (PUC) states in a release. ...
ODOT issues wildfire travel advisory
After a week of wildfire-related road closures, travelers across Oregon should continue to carefully plan their routes, according to an advisory from the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT). "Fires are still actively burning near many highways, causing them to close and reopen with little notice," the ODOT advisory states. "With a long, hot summer ahead, wildfire-related disruptions are likely to continue throughout the state making some routes unreliable." For those...
Be ready for potential power outages, PUC says
As wildfires continue to burn throughout the state and extreme weather events impact communities, Oregon residents are encouraged to be prepared for potential power outages. "Wildfires and extreme weather can cause power outages, and weather and other conditions in specific geographies may cause electric utilities to adjust system settings, which can result in more frequent and longer outages, or even in certain cases, implement public safety power shutoffs (PSPS," the Oregon Public Utility Commission (PUC) states in a release. ...
FEMA floodplain development restriction updates accelerated
In a July 15 letter from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), it was announced that Oregon governments will be required to update floodplain development ordinances by the end of the year. Work on updating the requirements for participation in FEMA’s flood insurance program has been ongoing since a 2009 lawsuit by the Audubon Society, which claimed that the program was harming coho salmon in Oregon in violation of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). ...
As I See It
This week I am sharing the story of the developer of one of Bandon most unique resorts, which was built before the fire of 1936. The obituary for John Johnson Dornath, 69, said to be the founder of Natureland Cottages and beach resort (first photo) on the Bandon Beach Loop Road, died at his Blue River home from a heart ailment on Sept. 4, according to the article which appeared...
HOLY COW! HISTORY: The Hairy History of J.D. Vance as VP
What’s old is new again in presidential politics. And it’s been a mighty long wait. For the first time in nearly a century, there’s a candidate with facial hair on a major party’s ticket. Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance, as the Republican vice-presidential candidate, is a big boost for hirsute aficionados. The last top elected tonsorial trendsetter was the mustachioed Vice President Charles Curtis, who left office in March 1933. D.C. has been clean-shaven since. ...
North Bend’s City budget focused on aligning with strategic plan
July is a month of hot sunny days, vacations and the city budget. That's right, the city budget may be decided in the late spring but goes into effect each July 1st like clockwork. As we go through our days shopping, working and enjoying the amenities of the towns we live in, it is also good to take a moment to consider where our money is being invested. Why does the city budget matter and how does our voice get heard when it comes time to think about the budget each year? The city of North Bend worked in tangent...
David’s Chair now available in Coos Bay
More locals and visitors have access to Oregon’s Bay Area beaches and other outdoor activities thanks to the help of David’s Chair. David’s Chair is an all-terrain track chair that can be used by mobility-challenged individuals on all terrain types, including hiking trails, beaches and other difficult terrains. A David’s Chair is now available through the Coos Bay-North Bend-Charleston Visitor & Convention Bureau. ...
New mural brightens Coquille’s Nosler Building
COQUILLE — Longtime Coos County artist Simon Whiteowl put the finishing touches on his four-story mural in Coquille on July 16, after spending a month painting a fishing scene on the south side of the Nosler Building. The bright mural, resplendent with yellows, greens and blues, faces Oregon Highway 42 at its intersection with North Adams Street. It depicts the silhouette of a person standing in a small boat, fishing in the nearby Coquille River. The name of the city, and the river, is emblazoned...
North Bend restores the California Boat Dock just in time for salmon season
The first leg of the California Boat Dock is back in the water, thanks to the collaboration between North Bend Parks and Facilities and the Streets Department. Emergency repairs were funded by the North Bend Urban Renewal Agency and a generous $30,000 grant from the Oregon State Marine Board. With crucial assistance from the North Bend Fire Department’s Marine Division, this collaborative effort ensures the ramp is ready for the upcoming salmon fishing season, vital to our local economy. Recreational fishing attracts numerous anglers and...
Discover Oregon seafood dock tours in Charleston
This summer you can take a local seafood tour to discover more about our local seafood and how your food makes it to the table. On Saturday July 27th, August 10th and August 30th, join Oregon Sea Grant experts on a guided tour through Charleston's commercial docks to learn about Oregon’s commercial fishing industry. This free walk will include learning what different vessels are used and the fishing gear that is needed to harvest the seafood within our waters. It will also teach what seafood is brought back by local fisher’s and participants may even meet some of the fisherman...
Celebrating a century of service and life of North Bend resident
On Wednesday, the North Bend city honored and celebrated the remarkable North Bend resident, Anna "Penny" Luise Penrod Dahl, who turned 100 years old. Born on July 17, 1924, in Diamond Springs, KY, Penny grew up in Dayton, Ohio, near two U.S. Army air bases. Inspired by her surroundings, she was determined to serve her country. In 1941, at 17, Penny wanted to join the Women Accepted for Voluntary Emergency...
Oregon Bay Area Beautification's (OBAB) 2024 Mid-Year Presidents Report
Greetings to our wonderful volunteers, the doers in Oregon’s Bay Area. You are all tireless in spreading OBAB’s message about making and keeping our area beautiful but you also walk the walk. Thank you for keeping your grabbers handy and picking up trash as you are on your daily walks, when you are with your kids at a playground and as you run errands. Thank you for being a voice for our public spaces at City Council and various committee meetings. And thank you especially for coming out to OBAB’s 2nd Saturday Cleanups. Many hands really do make light work. ...
Artists Loft Gallery celebrates reopening
One can find colorful displays of creativity upon entering the Artist Loft Gallery in Coos Bay. The gallery is adorned with vibrant watercolor and oil paintings, popping photography, textural pieces of 3-D art and glistening pieces of jewelry.
Local students named on President’s list at Oregon Institute of Technology
The following students have been named to the 2023-2024 Spring Term president’s list at Oregon Institute of Technology. Inclusion on the list requires a 3.70 grade-point average and above. Caitlyn Anderson of Coos Bay studies Respiratory Care Naomi Elliott of Brookings studies Biology-Health Sciences Erica Johnson of Bandon studies Radiologic Science ...
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