JC NEWS by Matt Jarvis

SUBSCRIBE TO OUR DAILY NEWSLETTER

Sunrise/Sunset, Coos Bay, OR
Coos Bay, OR, Friday, Sept. 6, 2024 – Sunrise: 6:47 a.m., and Sunset: 7:41 p.m., offering 12-hours and 54-mintues of daylight.

Tides, Coos Bay, OR Estuary
Tides for the Coos Bay, OR Estuary, Friday, Sept. 6, 2024 – High tide: 3:59 a.m., 6.2 ft.; Low tide: 9:57 a.m., 1.07 ft.; High tide: 4:12 p.m., 6.73 ft.; Low tide: 10:32 p.m., 0.79 ft.

Fire Season is Not Over!
OR Dept. of Forestry release - Salem, OR— The Oregon Department of Forestry wants to remind Oregonians that with weather fluctuating across the state, fire is still on the landscape and fire season is still in effect. Oregon is still experiencing one of the worst seasons we’ve seen in the past decade, and the department warns the public against complacency. “East winds are very common around this time of year, making now the time to prevent the next large wildfire. There is still potential for more fire starts and the season isn’t over yet.” Chris Cline, Fire Protection Division Chief, said. “The fewer human caused fires we have, the less strained our resources will be.” East winds come to the Pacific Northwest every year around the end of August and last through the fall months. They occur from the crest of the Cascades to the Oregon/ Washington coast. Though the winds come annually, significant east wind “events” do not occur every year. If an event does occur, it usually lasts about 48 hours. Current low humidity combined with sustained winds can increase fire behavior and risk west of the Cascades. Conditions this week are a mix of warm temperatures, wind, and dry fuels, increasing the risk of wildfire. So far this year, according to the Northwest Interagency Coordination Center, there have been 1,697 fires in Oregon that have burned 1,535,304 acres. Within 24 hours this past weekend, the department deployed two incident management teams to assist with fast growing fires in Klamath (Copperfield Fire) and Wheeler (Shoe Fly Fire) Counties. If the Oregon Department of Forestry knows that an east wind event is going to happen, which can be determined at least 5 days in advance, the agency will preposition resources, adjust schedules, and take necessary precautions to respond to new starts or increased fire behavior quickly. “With the approaching fall like conditions, it’s easy to think that fires are lessening. However, we are still seeing new fire starts daily throughout the state of Oregon.” Cline said. Wildfire prevention means: Debris burning is prohibited during fire season without a permit. Cover your pile and wait until fire season is over. A dry, covered pile is cleaner and safer to burn later, during wet fall and winter conditions. Don’t park your car over dried grass, and make sure your vehicle or ATV is regularly serviced. Dispose of your cigarette using designated receptacles, and NEVER discard butts on the ground or in vegetation outdoors. Check local restrictions before lighting a campfire. Several ODF districts have updated their fire danger levels recently. Visit Oregon.gov/odf to find local fire restrictions and keeporegongreen.org for more wildfire prevention tips.

6th Annual Stuffed Animal Sleepover at NBPL
The North Bend Library will hold our 6th annual “Stuffed Animal Sleepover” on Friday, September 6 at 4:00 PM. The sleepover will begin with a storytime for children, their families, and their stuffed animal or toy. After storytime, children can leave their stuffed animal at the library. Then, families can follow the fun on Facebook @NorthBendPublicLibraryOregon to see what silly things their stuffed animal does during their sleepover. Stuffed animals will be available to be picked up from the library the following Monday. For more information about this event, contact the library at (541) 756-0400 or email [email protected].

CBPL Events
Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay - Coos Bay 150th Birthday Scavenger Hunt - Friday, September 5 through Monday, September 16. Celebrate Coos Bay's 150th Birthday by joining in a scavenger hunt that highlights our historic roots. Just pick up or download a clue sheet and then take a picture of yourself at each location. when you have completed the list come to the library to pick up a prize! Get a bonus prize if you post your picture to any social media platform and tag the Coos Bay Public Library! Swords & Starships New Episode! New episode airs Friday, September 6. Welcome back to another short episode of Swords and Starships! Brittney and Joshua review the classic Jim Henson coming-of-age film, Labyrinth! You can listen to this and every one of our episodes on this Swords & Starships website. You can also listen to us on Apple Podcast, Google Play, Amazon Music, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. If you would like to get in touch with us, please send us an email! Pickup/Drop-off Eastside - Friday, September 6 at the Eastside Fire Station, 365 D Street, Coos Bay, 9:00am – 9:30am. Return or pick up library materials every Friday in front of the Eastside Fire Department. Pickup/Drop-off Empire - Friday, September 6 at the Empire Fire Station, 189 S Wall Street, Coos Bay, 10:00am – 10:30am, Pickup or drop-off library materials in front of the Empire Fire Station. Women's Empowerment Book Club - Saturday, September 7 in the Stacks, 10:30am – 12:00pm. Are you looking to be inspired, empowered, and uplifted? Join our women's empowerment book club where we read and discuss books that celebrate the achievements and resilience of women from all walks of life. Connect with like-minded individuals, share your thoughts and insights, and be a part of a community dedicated to empowering women. Let’s come together to learn, grow, and support one another on our journey through life. September's book is Bad Feminist by Roxane Gay. Stop by the library to pick up your free copy while supplies last! Alone Together: Nature Hikes - Saturday, September 7 at Millicoma Marsh. 11:00am – 1:00pm, Join us on a hike at Millicoma Marsh. We will walk a loop of the trail trying to absorb as much nature as we can in silence. Reach a destination to talk, point out things and stuff then walk the same route back. Taking a new look at nature around us and take it all in. The first Saturday of every month we will meet at the trailhead entrance. Make sure to wear comfortable shoes and appropriate apparel.

Coos Art Museum
Coos Art Museum, 235 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay - September 7-Family Art Class: Life Size Portraits, 2-4pm.

Coos Co. Community Concert Association Fall Concert Series
The Coos Co. Community Concert Association will present David Shannon on Sept. 7th, 3 p.m., Egyptian Theatre. Tickets at CCCCA.net, or the Coos History Museum. Season passes are $99 and individually $39.

Novavax 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine approved
OHA release - The 2024-2025 non-mRNA COVID-19 vaccine made by Novavax has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for people ages 12 and older. The 2024-2025 mRNA vaccines by Moderna and Pfizer were approved last month. All three updated brands more closely target the currently circulating strains of the COVID-19 virus. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends everyone ages 6 months and older receive an updated 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine to protect against COVID-19 for the upcoming fall/winter, as well as their annual flu vaccine. It is safe and convenient to receive COVID-19 and flu vaccines during the same visit. If you had COVID-19 this summer, you might want to wait before getting the vaccine because the infection gives you similar protection as the vaccine for about 90 days. But if it’s been more than 90 days since you last had a COVID-19 infection, we recommend getting a dose of the new vaccine as soon as you can. We also suggest calling your local pharmacy in advance to confirm they have the vaccine you want in stock, and to make an appointment if necessary.

BACC Endorsements
BACC release - The Bay Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC) recently conducted endorsement reviews with the candidates for the State Senate SD5, SD1, and House seats, HD1 and HD9, and the Coos County Commissioners position 1 office. As a service to its members, the local business community and the public at large, the BACC conducts a thorough assessment of each candidate from a business point of view. In this review, we look for a positive track record in four key areas to evaluate each candidate. Those criteria were: Electability; Leadership; Support of BACC and our Local Business issues; Chamber and Community Involvement. All candidates participated in our entire process, and through the review were divided into one of three categories. Endorsed: Candidate satisfies all the preferred candidate criteria outlined in this policy and in addition, shares a strong fundamental understanding of our key business issues and concerns, and participates fully in the process. Not Endorsed: Candidate does not satisfy enough of the criteria of understanding our key business issues to earn endorsement. Invited But Did Not Respond: Candidate chose not to participate in our process to the full degree of requirement. Endorsements by the BACC must be 2/3rd approval of the voting directors. In some races, more than one candidate met the Chamber’s criteria. In those cases, the BACC is endorsing both candidates. At its August Board Meeting, the directors met the standard as they voted for the following recommendations to you for the 2024 General Election. State Senate SD1 - Senator David Brock Smith- Endorsed; State Senator SD5 - Senator Dick Anderson -Endorsed; Jo Beaudreau- Not Endorsed; House Seat HD9 - Representative Boomer Wright-Endorsed; House Seat HD1 - Representative Court Boice- Endorsed; Bret Cecil-Not Endorsed; Coos County Commissioner Pos 1 - Bob Main-Not Endorsed; Drew Farmer-Endorsed. Any questions or requests for further information should be directed to Rosey Thomas, Executive Director for the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce 541-266-0868. The Bay Area Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit, professional organization comprising Coos Bay, North Bend, and Charleston communities. The Chamber works for a healthier community of strong businesses, good jobs & more efficient government. The Chamber’s strength lies in the number and diversity of its membership. With over 450 members representing every aspect of this area’s economy, we use their vast collective experiences and energy to make a positive difference in our community.

SafeOregon - School Safety Tip Line
OSP release - SALEM, Ore. – SafeOregon and the Oregon State Police remind students, parents, school staff, and community members that everyone plays a role in school safety. SafeOregon is a school safety tip line to report potential threats against students and schools confidentially or anonymously. SafeOregon asks that if you see or hear something concerning to let someone know. Tips may be submitted 24 hours per day, 7 days per week: Call or text: 844-472-3367 Email: [email protected]; Website: www.safeoregon.com; Download the mobile app. All tips are immediately received by a tip line technician and are forwarded to designated school personnel or law enforcement to respond to reported incidents. SafeOregon receives tips focused on school safety, including: Safety threats; Violence or threats of violence; Fights; Drugs, alcohol, or weapons on campus; Bullying, harassment, or intimidation; Cyberbullying; Friends or peers discussing self-harm or suicide. Call 911 for situations requiring an immediate emergency response. It is a violation of Oregon law to make false reports to SafeOregon. For more information about SafeOregon, visit our website at safeoregon.com.

Officer Involved Shooting Central Coast
Lincoln County, Ore. – On Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024, just after midnight, Oregon State Police SWAT responded to a Lincoln City residence to assist the Lincoln City Police Department with a barricaded suspect. Responding officers made multiple attempts to negotiate with the suspect who fired at police and refused to comply with commands. The suspect was ultimately shot by responding police and died at the scene. On Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024, at approximately 12:42 p.m., the Lincoln City Police Department requested assistance from local law enforcement agencies regarding an incident involving a suspect shooting at police officers while investigating a parking violation. The suspect fled the scene in a vehicle and later on foot. Oregon State Police (OSP) responded and deployed a SWAT K-9 unit. The K-9 tracked the suspect to a residence at 1905 NW Jetty Ave. in Lincoln City. Occupants exited the residence and knew the suspect but denied seeing him that day. It was later confirmed the male suspect was within the residence and a search warrant was granted. OSP SWAT personnel were activated and responded to the scene. Negotiators made numerous attempts at communicating with the suspect as well as issuing verbal commands through a public address system. The suspect made numerous threatening statements and at 2:45 a.m. the suspect began to shoot through windows from within the residence. For unknown reasons, a fire started within the residence. As the fire spread the suspect exited an upstairs window to the roof carrying a rifle. He refused commands to drop the rifle. Shots were fired and the suspect fell from the roof to the ground below. OSP SWAT personnel secured the suspect’s firearm and pulled him away from the burning residence to render medical aid. He was pronounced deceased by medical personnel at the scene. Four OSP SWAT members were determined to have fired rounds during the incident. The Lincoln County Major Crimes Team was activated in accordance with the Lincoln County Deadly Force Plan. The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office is assuming the lead investigator role and is being assisted by detectives from the Lincoln City Police Department, Newport Police Department, and Oregon State Police Criminal Investigations Division.

Illegal Marijuana Grow, Douglas Co.
Over the past two weeks the Douglas Interagency Narcotics Team (DINT) has executed search warrants at several massive illegal marijuana production sites in Douglas County. As stated in previous reports, it's important to explain there are legal ways to produce and consume marijuana in Oregon. However, in recent years Oregon has been overrun with massive illegal grow sites that have been devastating to our local environment and water supply. Many of these sites are operated and staffed by foreign organized crime organizations. These organizations have demonstrated a complete disregard for our local laws, and environmental protections, creating incalculable damage to our local ecosystems. It is common to see improper use of toxic chemicals or in many cases using banned chemicals, unpermitted and/or overuse of water resources, water and land pollution, dangerous working conditions, human trafficking, and many other associated problems. The size of these operations can be difficult to describe. Many of these sites can produce millions and in some cases hundreds of millions of dollars worth of illicit, black market marijuana. This black market marijuana is sold locally, around our nation, and is even shipped around the world. In recent years DINT has investigated grow sites run by criminal organizations from all over the world, to include places like China, Russia, Ukraine, Mexico, The Honduras, Laos, and many others. There are also some sites run by domestic criminal organizations either on their own, or in partnership with foreign groups. On August 15th, DINT executed a search warrant at a property in the 200 block of Mobley Drive in Azalea. There detectives seized approximately 668 marijuana plants, 35 pounds of processed marijuana, and 256 pounds of marijuana edibles. 27 year old Luis Flores-Melendez or Rogue River, and 34 year old Paul McCausland of Largo, Florida were both arrested and lodged at the Douglas County Jail on charges of Possession, Manufacture, and Delivery of Marijuana. On August 22nd, DINT executed a search warrant at a property in the 8,000 block of Hwy 99S in Dillard. Detectives seized approximately 154,000 marijuana plants, along with some other marijuana products. 29 year old Jose Tejeda was arrested and lodged at the Douglas County Jail on charges of Possession and Manufacture or Marijuana. In a related case on August 27th, DINT executed a search warrant at a property in the 600 block of Dillard Gardens Road in Dillard. Detectives seized another approximately 75,000 marijuana plants from this property, as well as a small amount of methamphetamine. Both cases in Dillard are connected, run by the same organization. These are two of the biggest grow sites ever seen in Douglas County. The investigation is ongoing, and more arrests are anticipated. On August 29th, DINT executed a search warrant at a property in the 1,300 block of Backside Baldy Lane, Yoncalla. Approximately 9,500 marijuana plants were seized, along with approximately 500 pounds of processed marijuana. 26 year old Eduardo Reyes was arrested and lodged at the Douglas County Jail on charges of Possession, Manufacture, and Delivery of Marijuana. On September 4th, DINT executed a search warrant at a property in the 4,000 block of Goodrich Hwy, Oakland. DINT seized approximately 1,700 marijuana plants and other associated evidence. Four persons were arrested at this site: 40 year old Youfu Wu, 49 year old Shinan Li, 42 year old Jiaming Wei, and 51 year old Weinan Fu, all males of unknown origin. They were lodged at the Douglas County Jail on charges of Unlawful Possession, Manufacture, and Delivery of Marijuana.

Douglas Co. Scammers
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ore. - Scammers are posing as officials from the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) in an effort to scam community members out of money. Deputies have once again begun receiving reports from people contacted by phone by individuals posing as DCSO employees. The scammer will tell the intended victim they have missed some court appearance, failed to appear for jury duty, they owe fines or have a warrant for their arrest and eventually demands payment. The victim is often directed to immediately make payment or they face consequences including arrest. These are tactics that are never utilized by legitimate law enforcement agencies. It is critically important for our community to be aware of these tactics and to share them with their friends and family members, especially those who may be vulnerable to falling victim to the scams, such as the elderly members of the community. However, we also wish to remind the community not to focus too much on specific scam tactics; scammers often change their methods over time: Scammers can easily obtain new phone numbers and will change them often. Scammers may use “spoof” programs to make the Caller ID show an agency’s actual phone number. Scammers may use the names of actual DCSO employees to make the call seem legitimate. Scammers may obtain personal information about a victim online including their name, address, phone number, and the names of others in the home. Scammers may initially contact victims by mail, email, or through social media. Due to the technology used in the scam – and the fact that scammers can be located anywhere in the world – it is virtually impossible to track the scammers or to get money back. “If anyone has any question about a possible scam call, they should call dispatch at (541) 440-4471 and ask to speak to a deputy,” said Lieutenant Brad O'Dell. “The most important thing is to not send any money or agree to meet someone to make payment.”

Unlawful Vehicles, CQ
According to an entry on the CQPD log for Sept. 4, 8:07 a.m., E. 10th St., “suspicious vehicle.” At 8:35 a.m., 200 block Alder, “unlawful vehicle.”

Unlawful Vehicle, NB
According to an entry on the NBPD log for Sept. 4, 7:10 a.m., 1400 block McPherson, “unlawful vehicle.” At 9:59 a.m., 1700 block Monroe, “unlawful vehicle.”

Illegal Camping, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Sept. 4, 7:27 a.m., 2300 block Ocean Blvd., “illegal camping.” At 11:21 a.m., dead end of Fulton Ave., “illegal camping.”

Burglary
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Sept. 4, 10:53 a.m., 600 block No. Bayshore Dr., “burglary.

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Sept. 4, 3 p.m., 251 W. Olive St., Newport, “warrant service,” on Richad William Sakschewski charging Probation Violation on Possession of Meth, “Sakschewski was served at Lincoln County Jail.”

Unlawful Vehicle, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Sept. 4, 3:44 p.m., 1000 block So. 4th St., “unlawful vehicle.” At 3:46 p.m., No. 7th Ct., Fir, “unlawful vehicle.” At 8:39 p.m., 200 block No. Marple St., “unlawful vehicle.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Sept. 4, 5:46 p.m., 3300 Vanderburg Rd., Klamath County Jail, 41-year old Alexander John Postlethwait arrested on CBPD warrant charging FTA on Criminal Driving While Suspended or Revoked, “Postlethwait lodged Klamath County Jail.

Violation City Code, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Sept. 4, 7:47 p.m., 1100 block Elrod Ave., “violation city code.”

WX
Foggy early along the South Oregon Coast, then partly cloudy later in the day with highs near 70 and winds out of the South to Southwest at first, but shifting to the Northwest at 10-15 mph. Low clouds tonight with fog forming. Lows in the upper 50s and winds from the North to Northwest at 5-10 mph. Fog and some clouds on Saturday with highs in the upper 60s, and morning clouds followed by sunshine on Sunday with highs in the upper 60s.

Sports

Prep fb
Both Bay Area prep football teams are on the road for games this week. Marshfield has a short jaunt up to Florence to play Siuslaw/Mapleton, 7 p.m., and North Bend will travel up to the Portland area to play Gladstone/Riverdale, 7 p.m. On the Coast, Philomath at Newport, 7:30 p.m. 3A - Brookings-Harbor at Phoenix, 7 p.m. North Valley at Coquille, 7 p.m. 2A – Glide at Myrtle Pt./Pacific, 7 p.m. Bandon at Gaston, 7 p.m. Gold Beach at Salem Academy, 7 p.m. Waldport at Reedsport, 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7 – 1A6 – Falls City at Powers, 2 p.m.

Prep vb
Prep volleyball matches for Friday, Sept. 6 – North Valley at Coquille, 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7 – Gold Beach at Rogue River, 4:30 p.m. Panthers also play New Hope Christian, 3 p.m. and Illinois Valley, noon. Monroe at Reedsport, noon, and Central Linn at Reedsport, 6 p.m. Powers at Riddle, noon, and vs. Crow/City First Christian, 1:30 p.m.

Prep sc
Prep girls’ soccer for Friday, Sept. 6 – Phoenix at North Bend, 4 p.m. Klamath Union at Marshfield, 4 p.m. On Saturday, Sept. 7 – Phoenix at Marshfield, noon. Klamath Union at North Bend, noon. Brookings-Harbor at St. Mary’s, noon.

Prep xc
Marshfield’s cross-country teams will run Saturday, Sept. 7, at the Ultimook Race, Hydrangea Ranch, Tillamook.

Prep xc
At the Brookings-Harbor Invite at Salmon Run, Wednesday, Sept. 4, Pacific’s Joseph Taylor took first place on the 5K course (25:51.98), he was followed by Brookings-Harbor’s Alexander Justman (25:52.10). Coco Plaep, Gold Beach, won the girl’s race (23:19.44), and Ocean Powers-Schmidt, Brookings-Harbor, was second (30:42.47).

SWOCC Sports
Southwestern Oregon’s men’s soccer team hosts Pierce, Saturday, Sept. 7, noon, on the Coos Bay campus.

Duck fb
Oregon’s football team hosts Boise State, Saturday, 7 p.m., Autzen Stadium, Eugene, televised on the Peacock Network.

Beaver fb
Oregon State’s football team hits the road this week with a game at San Diego State, Saturday, 7:30 p.m., CBS Sports Network.

Duck vb
Oregon’s volleyball team competes at the Ram Volleyball Classic, Fort Collins, CO Friday, 5 p.m., against Colorado State on MW Network. Saturday vs. Grand Canyon, 3:30 p.m. and Sunday vs. Central Arkansas, 10 a.m.

Beaver vb
Oregon State’s volleyball team will host Nevada, Friday, 1 p.m., Gill Coliseum, Corvallis.

Duck/Beavers xc
Oregon’s cross-country team will run on the Pre’s Trail Run, Friday, Eugene, 7 p.m. Oregon State’s women will also participate.

Duck wsc
It’s Family & Junior Duck Club Day for Oregon’s women’s soccer team, Sunday, 1 p.m., Pape Field, Eugene, televised on B1G+.

Beaver sc
Oregon State’s women fell 2-1 to visiting Nebraska in a collegiate soccer match at Corvallis Thursday. The Beavers (1-3) play at Seattle University, Sunday, 1 p.m. OSU’s men will host UC Davis, Sunday, 1 p.m., Lorenz Field, Corvallis.

Seahawks
The Seattle Seahawks open the 2024-35 NFL regular season Sunday, 1:05 p.m., by hosting the Denver Broncos and former Oregon quarterback Bo Nix. The game will be televised by CBS.