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Sunrise/Sunset, Coos Bay, OR
Coos Bay, OR, Wednesday, Jun 10, 2026 – Sunrise: 5:36 am., and Sunset: 8:56 p.m., offering 15-hours & 21-minutes of daylight.

Tides, Coos Bay, OR
Tides for the Coos Bay, OR Estuary, Wednesday, June 10, 2026 – Low tide: 4:12 a.m., 1.01 ft.; High tide: 10:12 a.m., 4.73 ft.; Low tide: 3:36 p.m., 1.73 ft.; High tide: 10:11 p.m., 7.17 ft.

N 10th Street Water Main Repair
City of Coos Bay release - The Coos Bay-North Bend Water Board will be performing repairs on the water line system at the 1100 block of N 10th Street in Coos Bay, which is south of the Greenwood Avenue intersection. Work is planned to begin on Wednesday, June 10th at 8:30am and last for approximately 8 hours. Expect short delays as flaggers direct traffic through the work zone. The Water Board requests that citizens use alternate routes during this project to promote safety and travel delays. Please use caution when passing through the work zone. Should you have any questions or want more information, please contact the Water Board at (541) 267-3128 ext. 221.

Farmer’s Market
Wednesday is a Farmer’s Market Day in downtown Coos Bay. From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., vendors will be set up on Central Ave., between Hwy. 101 South, Broadway Ave., and Third St.

CBPL Event
Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay, OR - Job Fair 2026, Wednesday, June 10 in the Myrtlewood Room, 1:00pm – 3:00pm. The Job Fair is an excellent opportunity for job seekers to make connections with local employers and staffing agencies. All job seekers are encouraged to attend. This is a FREE event for both employers and job seekers. Please note: Due to limited space, all employers must register with the library prior to staffing the fair. Email [email protected] to inquire about staffing. Organizations staffing Job Fair: Alternative Youth Activities; Barrett Business Services (BBSI); Bay Cities Ambulance; Cardinal Services; CARE Connections; Confederated Tribes of the Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians; Coos Bay Toyota; Goodwill Job Connections; Ko-Kwel Casino Resort & Coquille Indian Tribe; Recruit HIPPO; Roseburg Forest Products; South Coast Head Start; Three Rivers Casino; UCAN AmeriCorps; WorkSource Coos; And more to come ...! Age Bracket: Teens & Adults. Community Zumba, Wednesday, June 10 in the Myrtlewood Room, 5:30pm – 6:30pm, Zumba is free at the library! Wednesday, June 10 and June 24 from 5:30-6:30 pm, the Coos Bay Public Library will host FREE Zumba classes. Zumba is a dance based cardio workout that combines Latin and World Music with cardio exercise moves. No experience is necessary as these classes are open to beginners and those with experience. Try out a new workout, get your groove on, and maybe find something you love! Wear comfortable workout clothes and shoes. This FREE event is open to everyone age 12 and up. Age Bracket: Teens & Adults

Free Zumba Class
Zumba is free at the library! June 10 and June 24 from 5:30-6:30 pm, the Coos Bay Public Library will host FREE Zumba classes. Zumba is a dance based cardio workout that combines Latin and World Music with cardio exercise moves. No experience is necessary as these classes are open to beginners and those with experience. Try out a new workout, get your groove on, and maybe find something you love! Wear comfortable workout clothes and shoes. This FREE event is open to everyone age 12 and up.

Two Coos Co. Historic Cemeteries Receive Grants
OPRD release - Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries (OCHC) has awarded $62,500 in grants to 14 historic cemetery projects throughout the state through the Historic Cemeteries Grant program. The funds will help support preservation efforts, tree care and survey. Individual award amounts ranged from $603 - $8,000. Funded projects: Fence installation at the Blue Mountain Cemetery in Baker County. Marker repair at Eastwood IOOF Cemetery in Medford, Fairview Cemetery, Riverside Cemetery, and Sandridge Cemetery in Linn County, and St. Boniface Cemetery and Twin Oaks Cemetery in Marion County. Tree work at Bridal Veil Cemetery in Multnomah County, Burch Pioneer Cemetery in Polk County, and Missouri Flat Cemetery in Jackson County. Complete Ground Penetrating Radar work at Camp Polk Cemetery in Deschutes County. Complete survey at the Allegany Historic Cemetery in Coos County. Install security lighting at Mount Union Cemetery in Benton County. Complete gravel road repair at Powers Cemetery in Coos County. Historic cemeteries are documented by OCHC and must include the burial of at least one person who died 75 years before the current date. The historic cemetery grant program is offered annually by the OCHC, part of the Oregon Heritage Program at Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD). The grant program is supported by lottery and other funds. OCHC maintains a list of all pioneer and historic cemeteries in the state. The seven-member appointed commission helps people and organizations document, preserve and promote designated historic cemeteries statewide. For more information about the grant program or the OCHC, visit www.oregonheritage.org or contact Kuri Gill at [email protected] or 503-986-0685.

Nye Beach health advisory issued June 9
High bacteria levels prompt OHA recommendation to avoid water contact - OHA release - PORTLAND, Ore.—Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is issuing a public health advisory today for unsafe levels of fecal bacteria in ocean waters at Nye Beach in Lincoln County. People should avoid direct contact with the water in this area until the advisory is lifted. Unsafe levels of fecal bacteria can cause diarrhea, stomach cramps, skin rashes, upper respiratory infections and other illnesses. Children, elderly and those with a compromised immune system should use extra caution as they are more vulnerable to illness from waterborne bacteria. Visitors should avoid wading in nearby creeks, pools of water on the beach, or in discolored water, and stay clear of water runoff flowing into the ocean. Levels of fecal bacteria tend to be higher in these types of water sources. Unsafe levels of fecal bacteria in ocean waters can come from both shore and inland sources including: Stormwater runoff; Sewer overflows; Failing septic systems; Animal waste from livestock, pets and wildlife. Even if there is no advisory in effect, avoid swimming in the ocean within 48 hours after a rainstorm. Ocean waters will be re-tested after an advisory is issued. Once bacteria levels are at a safe level, OHA will notify the public that the advisory is lifted. While this advisory is in effect at Nye Beach, state officials continue to encourage other recreational activities (flying kites, picnicking, playing on the beach, walking, etc.) on this beach because they pose no health risk even during an advisory. For the most recent information on advisories, visit the Oregon Beach Monitoring Program website at http://www.healthoregon.org/beach or call 971-673-0482, or 877-290-6767 (toll-free).

Quake
A 2.5-magnitude earthquake was recorded just inside the closest fault line of the two that run parallel with the Oregon Coast, off of Curry Co. near Port Orford, Tuesday, June 9, according to the U.S. Geological survey.

OHA to revisit new pool rule requiring adults accompany kids under 14
Agency to convene additional public process and ‘recommend’ rather than ‘require’ age limit this season - OHA release - PORTLAND, Ore.—Oregon Health Authority is revisiting a new pool rule requiring children younger than 14 to be accompanied by adults at general-use public swimming pools during open swim periods. OHA will adopt a temporary rule to require public pools post a sign with the message that OHA recommends children under 14 be accompanied by an adult. The agency will convene a public process this fall to hear input from parents, caregivers, public pool operators, lifeguards, regulators and other interested parties to inform a decision about making that rule permanent or adopting a different rule. “After hearing from parents and caregivers of older elementary and early middle school-age children, the Food, Pool and Lodging Health and Safety Program is proposing additional discussion with the community and regulated partners to gather more input, ensure equitable access to public pools and continue to keep kids safe,” said Gabriela Goldfarb, manager of OHA’s Environmental Public Health Section. OHA will be notifying all pool operators and local health inspectors that the agency is initiating a temporary rule adoption to amend the signage language. The update to the state’s Aquatic Facility Rules, which were processed through a Rule Advisory Committee (RAC), were formally adopted April 1, 2025. The current language states that “Children under the age of 14 years must have direct supervision by a person aged 18 years or older.” The upcoming temporary rule will require a sign stating, “OHA recommends children under the age of 14 years have direct supervision by a person aged 18 years or older.” For the rule adopted in 2025, OHA and the RAC selected an age limit to align with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Model Aquatic Health Code (MAHC), which serves as the primary national framework for aquatic safety. This limit was based on national data from CDC, which has consistently shown deaths in swimming pools are high through age 13, then drop starting at 14. That same CDC data show drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional injury death for children ages 5-14. Additionally, even though the RAC agreed unanimously with the proposal to require those 13 and younger be accompanied by an adult at public pools, the extensive rulemaking process included a broad range of more technical issues, such as pool equipment and chemistry. “Given the technical nature of most of the rules, OHA typically gets participation from pool facility operators and builders, and not the community members using the pool,” Goldfarb noted. “Going forward, when CDC updates its model codes, we’ll work to identify proposed changes that need community conversations to find the right path for Oregon.” Those interested in participating in a workgroup for this issue in the fall can email [email protected] to be considered. Diverse representation for the discussion is welcomed.

Shoplifter
According to an entry on the MPPD log for June 8, 7:47 a.m., 418 8th St., McKay’s Market, 44-year old Amber Swenson charged with Criminal Trespass I & Theft III, “Swenson lodged CCJ.”

Illegal Camping, CQ
According to an entry on the CQPD log for June 9, 2:05 a.m., 99 E. 1st St., “illegal camping.” At 2”09 a.m., 74 E. 1st St., “illegal camping.”

Theft
According to an entry on the NBPD log for June 8, 11:43 a.m., 835 California Ave., NBPD, 34-year old Jared Ryan Jones charged with Theft I & Parole Violation Detainer, “Jones transported to CCJ.”

PCS
According to an entry on the CBPD log for June 8, 6:15 a.m., 190 Johnson Ave., 55-year old Robert Shawn Liggett charged with PCS Meth & PCS Fentanyl, “transported to CCJ.”

Illegal Camping, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for June 8, 9:49 a.m., American Market, “illegal camping.” AT 9:55 a.m., 140 So. Schoneman St., Big A Autoworks, “illegal camping.” At 12:55 p.m., 175 Ingersoll Ave., Courtesy Pontiac, “illegal camping.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD logs for June 8, 4:07 p.m., 400 block So. 9th St., 26-year old Huu Dan Pham arrested on CBPD warrant charging FTA on Assault 4th Degree & Harassment, “Pham was transported to CCJ.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for June 8, 9:18 p.m., 800 block Garfield Ave., “en route to ATL wanted subject,” Frank David Galindo arrested on CBPD warrant charging Failure to Perform Duties of a Driver to Injured Person, “transported to Coos Co. Jail.”

Accident
According to an entry on the CBPD log for June 9, 4:22 a.m., 1015 So. 1st St., Taco Bell, “vehicle into building.”

Wind
Monday afternoon’s wind gusts in the Bay Area did create a few problems according to entries on the CBPD & NBPD Police Logs. CBPD: At 4:03 p.m., “Line Down,” 3450 Vine Ave.; At 10:11 p.m., 1700 block Milligan Ave., “tree down.” NBPD: At 1:29 p.m., Spruce & Kinney, “line down.” At 9:13 p.m., Union & Delaware, “tree down.”

WX
A Small Craft Advisory along the South Oregon Coast. Mostly cloudy with sunshine by afternoon. Highs in the mid 60s and winds out of the North to Northeast at 10-15 mph. Clear to partly cloudy tonight with lows in the mid 40s and winds continue from the North to Northeast at 10-15 mph. Mostly sunny on Thursday, highs near 70 and winds from the North at 10-20 mph.

Sports

NCAA Track & Field Championships
The 2026 NCAA Track & Field Championships get underway today at Hayward Field, Eugene. The event will run through Saturday.

Post Season Honors for a Couple of Ducks
UO release - EUGENE, Ore. – Oregon infielders Drew Smith and Ryan Cooney were named to the ABCA/Rawlings All-Region – West Team today with Smith claiming first-team honors at third base and Cooney getting second-team recognition at second base. In his fourth season at Oregon, Smith put together a strong season, slashing .338/.421/.618 with 16 home runs, 64 RBI, 49 runs scored, and five stolen bases with nine doubles and two triples. The all-region honors for Smith come on the heals of him earning first-team All-Big Ten Conference recognition as well as being named to the all-tournament teams at both the Big Ten Tournament and the Eugene Regional. In eight postseason games this season, Smith slashed .423/.500/.808 with a 1.308 OPS. He went 11-for-26 with five extra-base hits (2 HR, 1 3B, 2 2B), 11 RBI and seven runs scored while also reaching base on six free passes (5 BB, 1 HBP). Smith finished his senior season in the top 10 on Oregon's single-season lists in four categories, ranking third in RBI, tied for fourth in multiple-RBI games (17), seventh in home runs and tied for ninth in multiple-hit games (23). Excelling in big moments, Smith was named to the all-tournament team in Oregon's last three postseason appearances. He earned a spot on the Santa Barbara all-tournament team in 2024 at second base, before being named to the 2025 Eugene Regional all-tournament team as an outfielder and to the 2026 Eugene Regional all-tournament team as the third baseman. As a true freshman, he earned ABCA/Rawlings second-team All-West Region honors after reaching base in all 26 games with a plate appearance and setting Oregon's modern-era program record with a 20-game hitting streak. In his third season at Oregon, Cooney slashed .331/.420/.524 with a .944 OPS. The Ducks' second baseman led Oregon in hits (82), runs scored (52), doubles (22), extra-base hits (31 – 8 HR, 1 3B) while finishing second in batting average, on-base percentage and stolen bases (13). Cooney's all-region selection comes after he was named second-team All-Big Ten Conference after the regular season. He also earned a spot on the Eugene Regional All-Tournament Team. The Portland native ended his junior campaign in the top 10 in four different single-season categories in Oregon's program history, finishing tied for second all-time in doubles, fourth in hits (82), sixth in at-bats (248) and tied for ninth in multiple-hit games (17).

Seattle Mariners
The Seattle Mariners (36-32) downed the Baltimore Orioles (31-37), 6-5 in a Major League Baseball game at Oriole Park at Camden Yards, Baltimore, Tuesday. The two teams will play again today, 3:35 pm., televised on Mariners.TV.