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Sunrise/Sunset, Coos Bay, OR
Coos Bay, OR, Wednesday, July 22, 2026 – Sunrise: 5:56 a.m., and Sunset: 8:49 p.m., offering 14-hours & 53-minutes of daylight.

Tides, Coos Bay, OR Estuary
Tides for the Coos Bay, OR Estuary, Wednesday, July 22, 2026 – Low tide: 2:59 a.m., 0.84 ft.; High tide: 9:11 a.m., 4.3 ft.; Low tide: 2:10 p.m., 2.46 ft.; High tide: 8:42 p.m., 6.6 ft.

Quakes off South Oregon Coast
Several earthquakes were recorded off the South Oregon Coast, Tuesday, July 21. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, all three were located on the outer fault line of the two that run parallel with the Oregon Coast. A 4.6-magnitude started the count, west of Bandon. It was followed by a pair of 3.0-magnitude quakes.

Farmer’s Market
The Coos Bay Downtown Association’s Wednesday Farmer’s Market is held on Central Ave., between So. Broadway (Hwy. 101) and Third St., from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Coos Co. Fair
Following Opening Ceremonies Tuesday at the Coos County Fair Grounds in Myrtle Pt., the 114th annual event will get into full swing, Wednesday, 10 a.m., with 4-H judging; entertainment on two stages, a good old fashion pie eating contest, carnival, commercial exhibits and plenty of Fair Food!

Curry Co. Fair
The Curry County Fair at Gold Beach is prepping for its four-day run with the annual kickoff, Thursday, July 23, 2026, 11 a.m. Bull Riding, an Illusionist, Country Music, and an Acrobatic Stunt Show are just part of the entertainment line-up.

CBPL Events
Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay, OR - SRP 2026: Storytime, Wednesday, July 22 in the Myrtlewood Room, 10:00am – 10:30am, July 1-August 5, Ages 0-5. Sing, read, talk, write, and play with the children in your life! Join us for a family storytime at the library for rhymes, songs, and stories for children and a parent or a caregiver. Age Bracket: Kids. Fruit & Veg Stamping, Wednesday, July 22 in the Myrtlewood Room, 3:00pm – 4:30pm. Join us to use fruit and veggies to stamp designs on fabric - choose between totes or handkerchiefs. Ages 12-18. No experience necessary - all supplies provided. Age Bracket: Teens. Community Zumba, Wednesday, July 22 in the Myrtlewood Room, 5:30pm – 6:30pm. Join us for a fun workout with Zumba Instructor Corinna Dendy. These classes are suitable for all experience and fitness levels. Wear comfortable workout clothes and shoes and bring water! Age Bracket: Teens & Adults.

NBPL Event
North Bend Public Library, 1800 Sherman Ave., North Bend, OR - Nature Art (Ages 6-12), Wednesday, July 22 at 10:30 AM. Explore the natural world through art. All supplies will be provided. Caregiver assistance is required for younger participants.

Evacuation Notice Canceled in Douglas Co.
News Release from Douglas Co. Sheriff's Office - Posted on FlashAlert: July 21st, 2026 12:28 PM. TILLER, Ore. - Effective at 11:45 a.m. on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, the previously issued Level 1 - "BE READY" evacuation notices for residents in Douglas County due to the East Evans Creek Fire have been canceled. The affected areas include Tiller Trail Highway from mileposts 38-41 to the Douglas/Jackson County line, and the area west from Wildcat Ridge to the County line on the east (Zones DOU-1012 and DOU-1015). There are currently no evacuation notices in effect for Douglas County residents impacted by the East Evans Creek fire or any other incident in Douglas County. This is the final update from the Douglas Sheriff's Office regarding this incident. Evacuation notices remain in effect in JACKSON COUNTY and residents in that area should remain alert and continue to follow directions from Jackson County officials.

UPDATE: Air quality advisory adds Clackamas County; advisory now covers Baker, Clackamas, Crook, Deschutes, Grant, Northern Harney, Northern Jackson, Jefferson, Northern Malheur, Union, Umatilla, Wallowa and Wheeler counties
Oregon DEQ release - Location: Baker, Clackamas, Crook, Deschutes, Grant, Northern Harney, Northern Jackson, Jefferson, Northern Malheur, Union, Umatilla, Wallowa, Wheeler counties; End date: Wednesday afternoon, July 22, 2026. Smoke source: Fires across Oregon, including Anthony, East Evans Creek, Hagen, Hay Creek Complex, Olive Butte, Rowe Complex and Salmon; Corrected link to: Información en español. The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality extended an air quality advisory Monday, July 20, 2026, for the following counties: Baker; Clackamas; Crook; Deschutes; Grant; Northern Harney; Northern Jackson; Jefferson; Northern Malheur; Union; Umatilla; Wallowa; Wheeler. DEQ expects the air quality advisory to last until at least Wednesday afternoon, July 22, 2026. DEQ and partner agencies will continue to monitor smoke in the area. DEQ expects intermittent smoke in the following counties: Southern Harney; Gilliam; Southern Jackson; ; Northern Klamath; Southern Malheur; Sherman.

Emergency Conflagration Act Invoked for Hagen Fire
OR State Fire Marshal release - SALEM, Ore. - Because of the rapid growth and immediate threat posed by the Hagen Fire, the Emergency Conflagration Act was invoked to provide additional resources to protect nearby homes and critical infrastructure. This marks the sixth time the act has been invoked in 2026, as Oregon continues to face a challenging fire season pushed by record-low snowpack and drier-than-normal fuel conditions. The Oregon State Fire Marshal is mobilizing an incident management team and two structural task forces to the fire. These state resources will enter unified command with Northwest Team 7 to prioritize the protection of homes and critical infrastructure near the fire. “We are facing not only challenging fire conditions but also low resource availability across the country,” State Fire Marshal Mariana Ruiz-Temple said. “It is important now more than ever that Oregonians are wildfire aware and take actions like signing up for emergency alerts and preventing any new fires.” As of Tuesday morning, the Hagen Fire is estimated at 5,685 acres and is located approximately nine miles southwest of Tollgate, Oregon. The fire burned actively overnight, creating spot fires that forced the withdrawal of crews working on the nearby Ninemile Fire. Firefighters are being challenged by steep, inaccessible terrain and temperatures expected to climb into triple digits this week. The Umatilla County Sheriff’s Office, in coordination with the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation, has issued evacuation notices. For the most recent information about evacuations please follow the local sheriff’s office. Find information about the Hagen Fire and other fires in the Paradise Complex on the InciWeb page and on the official fire information Facebook page. Oregonians can sign up for emergency alerts at oralert.gov.

Wildfire season brings unpredictable travel conditions across Oregon
ODOT release - SALEM – As wildfire activity in Oregon grows, travelers are encouraged to carefully plan their routes. Fires are burning near several highways, requiring crews to close and reopen roads, and change traffic patterns with little notice. With hot, dry conditions expected to continue, wildfire-related travel disruptions will persist throughout the summer. ODOT urges anyone traveling this summer to check smoke, fire and travel conditions before leaving home, stay alert for changing conditions and slow down near wildfire activity. "Wildfires can affect travel with very little warning," said ODOT Public Information Officer Kacey Davey. "A highway that's open when you leave home could close an hour later as fire behavior changes. If possible, choose a route that avoids active wildfires and be prepared to adjust your plans as conditions change." Before you go: Before you leave, check TripCheck.com for current road conditions, closures and delays. TripCheck provides information from ODOT's dispatch centers 24 hours a day and updates in real time as fire situations evolve.

Employment on the South Coast: June 2026
OR Employment Dept. Release - South Coast Payroll Employment Shows Small Decline Over the Year Coos County total payroll employment rose by 60 jobs in June. Leisure and hospitality gained 50 jobs while employment in general merchandise retailers decreased by 20 jobs over the month. Government employment posted a net increase of 10 jobs in June. Local government education employment fell by 30 jobs while Indian tribal employment rose by 20. Since June 2025 Coos County payroll employment fell by 190 jobs for a loss of -0.8%. Jobs were lost in professional and business services (-90); manufacturing (-70); retail trade (-50); leisure and hospitality (-50); mining and logging (-40); and transportation, warehousing, and utilities (-20). Industries adding jobs over the year were private education and health services (+60) and construction (+50). Government added 50 jobs over the year, mostly due to a gain of 100 jobs in Indian tribal local government. Federal government fell by 30 jobs since June 2025. Curry County payroll employment rose by 50 jobs in June. Leisure and hospitality essentially accounted for the county’s monthly jobs increase, adding 50 jobs over the month. Other published industries showed little or no estimated employment change in June. Over the past year Curry County payroll was unchanged and was estimated at 6,710 jobs in June. Job losses were estimated in retail trade (-30); other services (-20); and construction (20). Health care, and leisure and hospitality have both added 20 jobs since June 2025. Government added 10 jobs over the year with local government (+20) rising and federal government jobs (-10) dropping slightly.

Unemployment Figures, South Oregon Coast
OR Employment Dept. Report - Coos Co., Civilian Labor Force: June 2026 - 27,536; May 2026 - 27,388; June 2025 - 27,566. Unemployed: June 2026 - 1,567; May 2026 - 1,443; June 2025 - 1,542. Unemployment Rate: June 2026 - 5.7% (Seasonally Adjusted 5.7%); May 2026 - 5.3% (SA 5.7%); June 2025 - 5.6% (SA 5.8%). Employed: June 2026 - 25,969; May 2026 - 25,945; June 2025 - 26,024. Curry Co., Civilian Labor Force: June 2026 - 8,469; May 2026 - 8,75; June 2025 - 8,406. Unemployed: June 2026 - 533; May 2026 - 487; June 2025 - 536. Unemployment Rate: June 2026 - 6.3% (SA 6.3%); May 2026 - 5.8% (SA 6.3%); June 2025 - 6.4% (SA 6.7%). Employed: June 2026 - 7,936; May 2026 - 7,888; June 2025 - 7,870.

Hwy 20 Motorcycle Fatal, Malheur Co.
MALHEUR COUNTY, Ore. (21 July 2026) – On Saturday, July 18, 2026, at 9:44 a.m., the Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle fatal crash on Highway 20 near milepost 255 in Malheur County. The preliminary investigation indicated a white Peterbilt semi-truck towing a trailer, operated by Victor Pena-Olvera (24) of Marsing (ID), was westbound on Hwy. 20 attempting to turn left onto Siphon Drive when a black Harley Davidson motorcycle, operated by John Platt (67) of Winters (CA), attempted to pass. The motorcycle struck the driver’s side of the Peterbilt. The operator of the Harley Davidson (Platt) was declared deceased at the scene. A passenger on the Harley Davidson, Yolanda Platt (70), was transported to an area hospital for reported serious injuries. The operator of the Peterbilt (Pena-Olvera) was not injured. The highway was impacted for approximately two hours during the on-scene investigation. OSP was assisted by Treasure Valley Paramedics and the Oregon Department of Transportation.

Missing Elderly Springfield Male Located
Lane Co. SO release - On July 20th at about 7:15pm, LCSO received information about a missing elderly man in Springfield. Family reported the male left on a scooter, without his necessary medication. LCSO deputies and search and rescue personnel responded. Deputies and volunteers used vehicles and drones to aid in the search. At about 8:25pm the man was located along the bike path near the 2100 block of 37th Place. The man was evaluated by paramedics before being reunited with family. In any search, time is of the essence. The Lane County Sheriff’s Office thanks all who helped in this case, especially all the volunteers who make our search & rescue program successful.

DWS
According to an entry on the NBPD log for July 20, 8:59 p.m., 1600 block Virginia Ave., “traffic stop,” 45-year old Joshua Edward Schroeder charged with DWS Felony & Failure to Register Sex Offender, “Schroeder was transported to CCJ.”

Illegal Camping, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 20, 6:36 a.m., 100 block Central, “illegal camping,” 44-year old Michael Dunn “Ticket.” At 6:44 a.m., 2nd Ct. Alley near Anderson Ave., “illegal camping,” 38-year old Sophia Romero “Ticket.”

Arrest
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 20, 7:54 a.m., 200 block Holland Ave., Empire Boat Docks, “CBPD served PC,” on 33-year old Tucker Lee Bayless charging Theft II & Criminal Trespass I, “Bayless transported to CCJ.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 20, 11:50 a.m., 1360 Airport Lane, NB, OSP Coos Bay Command, 45-year old Michael Gertson charged with FTA on PCS Meth.

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 20, 7:19 p.m., 200 block Holland Ave., Empire Boat Docks, “Coos Bay PD warrant service,” on 30-year old Rij Anthony Duncan charging FTA on Unlawful Possession of Meth; FTA on FTA II; FTA on DUII X2 & Reckless Driving; FTA on Criminal Driving While Suspended or Revoked; FTA II, “Duncan was transported to CCJ.”

Unknown Problem
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 20, 9:59 p.m., Dead End, North Main St., “9aa call, open line, female sobbing,” 48-year old Chandra Michelle Lincoln charged with Probation Violation Detainer for Coos County P&P, “transported to Coos Co. Jail.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 20, 10:51 p.m., 913 NW Garden Valley Blvd., Roseburg, “Roseburg VA served warrants,” on 37-year old Julie Ilana Brodsky charging CCSO warrant for Contempt of Court; CBPD warrant charging Harassment X3.

WX
Foggy this morning along the South Oregon Coast, then partly cloudy by afternoon with highs in the upper 60s and winds from the South to Southwest at 10-15 mph. Cloudy skies tonight, expect mist and reduced visibilities and lows in the mid 50s. Winds out of the South to Southwest at 5-10 mph. Cloudy skies early on Thursday, then partly cloudy in the afternoon with highs in the mid 60s and winds out of the West to Southwest at 5-10 mph.

Sports

American Legion BB
North Coos Waterfront is hosting this year’s Oregon Single-A State Baseball Tournament at Clyde Allen Field, North Bend. The eight-team, double-elimination tournament starts Wednesday, July 22nd, and runs through Sunday. The host team will play at 6p, both Wednesday and Thursday. Other teams participating include: Columbia Gorge, Klamath Falls, Everett Street (Portland), Eugene Oly, West Albany, La Grande and Central Point. Admission is $10.

Mariners
The Seattle Mariners couldn’t hold on to first-place in the American League West very long. Nope, the Cincinnati Reds (46-54) beat the Mariners (51-51) Tuesday, T-Mobile Park, Seattle, WA, 4-2. Same two teams play again today, 12:40 p.m., televised on Mariners.TV.