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Sunrise/Sunset, Coos Bay, OR
Coos Bay, OR, Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026 – Sunrise: 6:57 a.m., and Sunset: 5:02 p.m., offering ten-hours & five-minutes of daylight.

Tides, Coos Bay, OR
Tides for the Coos Bay, OR Estuary, Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026 – Low tide: 4:02 a.m., 1.22 ft.; High tide: 10:32 a.m., 7.53 ft.; Low tide: 4:59 p.m., 0.94 ft.; High tide: 11:04 p.m., 6.25 ft.

Coos Co.
The Coos Co. Planning Commission meets Thursday, Nov. 5, 7 p.m., Owen Building, 201 No. Adams St., Coquille.

CBPL Events
Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay, OR - Teen Writers Group, Thursday, November 5 in the Cedar Room, 3:45pm – 4:45pm, Ages 13-18. Teens interested in creative writing will have the opportunity to learn the elements of style, practice writing through prompts, and workshop their writing. All skill levels are welcome as are all types of writing interest. The first session will consist of introductions and making our own journals. Supplies will be provided, but participants are invited to bring their own notebooks if preferred. Age Bracket: Teens. The Power of Mushroom Supplements, Thursday, November 5 in the Myrtlewood Room, 4:00pm – 5:00pm. Coos Bay Public Library will co-host The Power of Mushroom Supplements with Natural Grocers’ Nutritional Health Coach, Cheryl O’Dell, MSN. What's your Health Goal? Mushroom Supplements Make it Achievable! Mushroom supplements are growing in popularity and for good reason. Research is booming showing that mushroom supplements support almost every facet of health, including healthy energy levels, healthy immune system function, glowing skin and hair, and brain, liver, and sinus health. Join us to discover the power of mushroom supplements and find the perfect mushroom for you. Age Bracket: Everyone. Pajama Storytime, Thursday, November 5 in the Myrtlewood Room, 5:30pm – 6:00pm, Ages 0-8. It's time for Pajama Storytime filled with stories, rhymes, songs and parachutes. Come in pajamas for a half an hour program featuring traditional folktales, dancing, and fun. Age Bracket: Kids, Families.

NBPL Events
North Bend Public Library, 1800 Sherman Ave., North Bend, OR - Lapsit Storytime (Babies), Thursday, November 5, 12, & 19, at 10:30 AM. Enjoy stories, songs, & gentle play designed to support the early literacy skills of babies who are not yet walking. Yarn and Other Fibers, Thursday, November 5 at 4:00 PM. Bring your yarn & other craft projects to socialize while you work. Attend in-person or virtually at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/114137963.

Coos Bay Parks Commission
The City of Coos Bay Parks Commission will meet on Thursday, November 5, 2026 – 4:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers 500 Central Avenue Coos Bay, Zoom Remote Attendance Link & You Tube Link Agenda: 1. Roll Call; 2. Public Comment; 3. Work Session: a. Proposed Integrated Pest Management Policy for City Parks; 4. Staff/Commissioner Closing Comments; 5. Adjourn.

Earthquake at Southern Junction
A 5.0-magnitude earthquake was recorded near the southern end of the two fault lines that run parallel with the Oregon Coast, Wednesday, Nov. 4. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the quake was located west of Petrolia, CA, near Cape Mendocino in Northern California.

Record Breaking Fire Season Ends in Oregon
OR Dept. Of Forestry release - Salem, Ore.— All Oregon Department of Forestry districts have terminated fire restrictions, marking the end of the 2026 fire season. “As we mark the end of the 2026 wildfire season, I want to thank our first responders, landowners, contractors, local governments, Tribal Nations, the Oregon National Guard, other state and international responders, and every person who worked tirelessly to protect lives and property,” Governor Tina Kotek said. “Oregon’s resilience shines brightest in moments like these, and I am deeply grateful for the courage and collaboration that carried us through.” More than 2.5 million acres burned statewide across all jurisdictions this fire season, according to the Northwest Interagency Coordination Center. This surpasses the 2024 record of acres burned in Oregon, which was 1.9 million acres. The reduced snowpack last winter resulted in drought and dry fuels across the state. This mixed with several lightning events followed by windy, hot conditions resulted in multiple new fires and rapid growth on existing fires. Year to date, there have been approximately 1,023 fires on ODF-protected lands resulting in 226,557 acres burned. ODF has been successful in keeping 93 percent of fires on ODF-protected land at 10 acres or less. “Safe but aggressive initial attack has been the cornerstone of ODF’s approach to firefighting through the department’s 115-year history,” said State Forester Kacey KC. “While the fire environment has dramatically increased in complexity over the years, we still do all we can to keep fires small to limit the impacts of fire and smoke on Oregonians, communities, and our natural resources.” ODF Complex Incident Management Teams (CIMT) were mobilized seven times to wildfires this year. The Oregon Department of Forestry also mobilized a CIMT from Florida through a state-to-state mutual agreement. The team came to Oregon and took command of the East Evans Creek Fire after ODF CIMT 1’s assignment timed out. In total, ODF brought in 280 resources from 19 states, provinces and territories to support Oregon’s 2026 fire season. “This season was one of the most demanding fire seasons we’ve ever experienced,” said Kyle Williams, ODF Deputy Director of Fire Operations. “The rapidly-changing and extreme fire conditions again tested the entire system nationwide, but everyone gave it all they had.” The end of fire season removes ODF-imposed fire restrictions on ODF-protected lands. However, many structural fire departments in Oregon may still require a permit for debris burning, and slash burning requires a permit year-round, so check the Before You Burn website or contact your local ODF office before starting a burn. As Oregon transitions to fall and winter, ODF districts and fire managers across the state are shifting their attention to wildfire prevention, fuels reduction, mitigation and planning efforts. For more tips on how to keep yourself, your loved ones and your property safe from wildfire at any time of year, visit ODF’s Fire Prevention website or Keep Oregon Green’s website.

Former Oregon Lumber Company Bookkeeper Pleads Guilty to Embezzling Nearly $1 Million From Employer Over Decade-Long Scheme
U.S. Attorney's Office - District of Oregon release - PORTLAND, Ore.— U.S. Attorney Scott E. Bradford announced today that Christina Klauda, 53, of Riddle, Oregon, has pleaded guilty to one count of bank fraud and two counts of making and subscribing false federal income tax returns for a years-long embezzlement and tax fraud scheme that targeted her former employer. According to court documents, Klauda served as the office manager and bookkeeper for Tower Timber Services, Inc., a lumber company based in Riddle, Oregon, beginning in 2014. In that role, she was responsible for payroll, accounts payable, invoicing, employee dispatch and preparation of employee tax forms. Klauda admitted that she used her position of trust and control over the company's financial systems to systematically steal from Tower Timber from 2014 through 2023. The government estimates the company's losses at more than $1.08 million, while Klauda acknowledges losses of at least $944,371.97. According to the plea agreement, Klauda began the scheme by increasing her hourly and overtime rates and overstating her work hours in the company's payroll system. Beginning in 2018, she created a second employee profile in the company's accounting software and arranged to receive duplicate payroll payments. Klauda received one payment through direct deposit and a second payment through paper checks that she concealed by deleting records of the transactions from the accounting software. Klauda also admitted to using the company owner's signature stamp without authorization to issue additional checks to herself and her personal creditors. She disguised these payments as loans, reimbursements or draws, removed the transactions from company records, and failed to report the income to the Internal Revenue Service. As part of the scheme, Klauda filed false federal income tax returns for tax years 2018 and 2019 by failing to report income she had stolen from the company. Specifically, she failed to report approximately $38,140 in income in 2018 and $74,144 in income in 2019, causing a total tax loss of $27,985. The bank fraud charge carries a maximum sentence of 30 years in federal prison, a $1 million fine and five years of supervised release. Each tax fraud charge carries a maximum sentence of three years in federal prison, a $100,000 fine and one year of supervised release. Klauda has also agreed to pay restitution to the victims. The parties estimate total restitution will be between approximately $972,356.97 and $1,111,771.56, including losses sustained by Tower Timber and the IRS.

Hwy. 36 Fatal, Lane Co.
LANE COUNTY, Ore. (4 Nov. 2026) – On Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 11:30 a.m., Oregon State Police responded to a report of a single-vehicle crash on Highway 36 near milepost 5.2 in Lane County. The preliminary investigation indicated a black Audi Q3, operated by Jarod Layne Upham (47) of Swisshome, was traveling westbound on Highway 36 near Florence when it left the roadway for an unknown reason and entered the westbound shoulder. The vehicle traveled up an embankment, struck a boulder, and rolled over, causing the operator to be ejected from the vehicle. The operator of the Audi (Upham) was pronounced deceased at the scene despite life-saving efforts by bystanders. Upham is not believed to have been wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. The highway was impacted for approximately four hours during the on-scene investigation. OSP was assisted by the Western Lane Fire and EMS Authority and the Oregon Department of Transportation.

Hwy. 42-South Fatal, Coos Co.
COOS COUNTY, Ore. (4 Nov. 2026) – On Monday, November 2, 2026, at approximately 2:34 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a single-vehicle fatal crash on Highway 42S near milepost 13.8 in Coos County. The preliminary investigation indicated a black Subaru Outback, operated by Joanne Marie Rutland (56) of Hillsboro, was traveling westbound on Highway 42S near Coquille when it failed to negotiate a sharp curve and departed the roadway. The vehicle traveled down an embankment, struck a tree, and continued down a steep embankment before coming to a final rest. The vehicle subsequently caught fire. The operator of the Subaru (Rutland) was pronounced deceased at the scene. The highway was impacted for approximately 30 minutes during the on-scene investigation. OSP was assisted by the Coos County Sheriff’s Office, Coquille Fire Department, and the Oregon Department of Transportation.

DUII Arrest, Dement Ck.
CCSO release - Date/Time: October 18th, 2026 1:30PM, Case #: S202601653, Classification: DUII, Location: Dement Creek Rd, Suspect(s): Melissa Wardle (26), Summary: On Sunday, October 18, 2026, at about 1:30PM, The Coos County Sheriff's Office was dispatched to a motor vehicle crash on Dement Creek Lane near Highway 42, in Myrtle Point, Oregon. A Myrtle Point Police Officer also stated he would be in route to assist. The Myrtle Point Police Officer arrived first and found a truck about 30 feet down the embankment and a female at the crash site who was identified as Melissa Wardle (26). Through their investigation, The Coos County Deputy found that Melissa had been driving westbound through a sharp curve on Dement Creek Road, when she slid off of the south side of the road and hit a tree, causing significant damage to her vehicle. Upon completing the investigation, Melissa was placed under arrest for Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants and transported to the Coos County Jail for DUII. After completing the DUII process, Melissa was issued multiple citations and released to a sober adult.

Assault, Coquille
CCSO release - Date/Time: October 27th, 2026 11:45PM, Case #: S202601700, Classification: Assault 4 (Domestic), Location: Coquille, OR, Suspect(s): Matthew T. Smith (41), Summary: On October 27th, 2026, at approximately 11:45 PM, a Coos County Deputy was dispatched to a residence near Coquille Oregon to the report of a dispute taking place. The Deputy arrived on scene and began speaking with all parties that were involved with the dispute. As a result of the Deputy’s investigation, Matthew T. Smith (41), was arrested for Assault in the Fourth Degree (Domestic), as well as a Probation Violation. Smith was transported to the Coos County Jail where he was booked and lodged.

Assault, Near Coos/Sumner Lane
CCSO release - Date/Time: October 28th, 2026 at around 7 PM, Case #: S202601703, Classification: Assault 4 (Domestic), Location: Coos Bay, Near Coos-Sumner Ln., Suspect(s): Rankin, Katherine Ann (38), Summary: On October 28th, 2026, at around 7 PM, Coos County Deputies were dispatched to a residence in Coos Bay, near the area of Coos-Sumner Ln, to the report of a dispute taking place. A concerned bystander had called North Coos Dispatch on behalf of one of the involved parties, and reported the incident. The Coos County Deputies arrived on scene and spoke with everyone involved. As a result of their investigation, Katherine Rankin (38) was arrested for Assault in the Fourth Degree (Domestic), and transported to the Coos County Jail.

Violation of No Contact Order, Barview
CCSO release - Date/Time: November 3rd, 2026 at around 12:45 PM, Case #: S202601720, Classification: Violation of No Contact Order, Location: Barview Area, Suspect(s): Kara Lee Saunders (58), Summary: On November 3rd, 2026, at around 12:45 PM, a Coos County Deputy was dispatched to a residence in the area of Barview, to the report of a Violation of a No Contact Order. The Deputy arrived on scene and spoke with one of the involved parties, as well as neighbors in the surrounding area during the course of his investigation. As a result of the investigation, Kara Saunders (58), was arrested for one count of Violation of a No Contact Order. Saunders was transported to the Coos County Jail where she was booked and lodged.

Assault, Coquille
CCSO release - Date/Time: 10/22/2026 at approximately 12:15am, Case #: S202601675, Classification: Assault IV Domestic, Resisting Arrest, Location: Coquille, Oregon, Suspect(s): Goddard, Kyle D (39), Summary: On October 22nd, at around 12:15 am, Coos County Deputies responded to a residence outside of Coquille to the report of an assault. Several Coos County Deputies arrived on scene and began conducting their investigation. As a result of the investigation, Kyle Goddard was arrested for Assault in the Fourth Degree (Domestic), and for resisting arrest. Goddard was transported to the Coos County Jail where he was booked and held.

Illegal Camping, CQ
According to an entry on the CQPD log for Nov. 3, 6:28 a.m., 250 No. Baxter St., Coos Co. Courthouse, “illegal camping.”

Violation Court Order
According to an entry on the CQPD log for Nov. 3, 7:24 a.m., 1000 block No. Myrtle St., “result of criminal trespass,” 46-year old Matthew Aaron Anglin charged with two-counts Violation of Stalking Order, “Anglin lodged CCJ.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the NBPD log for Nov. 3, 7:09 a.m., 2100 block Hamilton St., “warrant service,” on 31-year old Kile Elder on Klamath Co. Corrections warrant for FTA on Violation of a Court Order, plus five additional warrants on file, “cited in lieu of custody.”

Patrol Check
According to an entry on the NBPD log for Nov. 3, 7:32 a.m., Harbor Ave., 40-year old Dallan Annon, 48-year old Malinda Eckley, 43-year old Andrew Wallace, 41-year old Christopher Wiley, and 53-year old Jessica Jones, all received a “Ticket.”

Illegal Camping, NB
According to an entry on the NBPD log for Nov. 3, 7:42 a.m., Ferry Road Park, “illegal camping.” At 8:27 a.m., Harbor Ave., “illegal camping,” 45-year old Michael Gertson received a “Ticket.”

Recovered Stolen Vehicle
According to an entry on the NBPD log for Nov. 3, 9:50 a.m., Upper Edgewood & Newmark, “ATL & recovered stolen vehicle,” 32-year old Christopher Pichette arrested on Roseburg PD case, charge of Unauthorized Use Motor Vehicle, “transported CCJ.”

Criminal Trespass
According to an entry on the NBPD log for Nov. 3, 3:31 p.m., 1600 block Virginia Ave., “follow up; criminal trespass,” 32-year old Brian Stuart charged with Criminal Trespass II, “cited in lieu of custody.”

Illegal Camping, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Nov. 3, 6:39 a.m., 50 Central Ave., Visitor Information Center, “illegal camping.” AT 6:53 a.m., 2nd & Curtis, “illegal camping.” At 7:50 a.m., Fulton Ave., “illegal camping.”

Unlawful Vehicles, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Nov. 3, 8:11 a.m., 200 block Curtis Ave., “unlawful vehicle.” At 10:51 a.m., Lakeshore & Fenwick, “unlawful vehicle.” At 1:33 p.m., Southwest Blvd., & California, “unlawful vehicle.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Nov. 3, 12:51 p.m., 1360 Airport Lane, North Bend, Coos Bay OSP Command, 54-year old Patricia F. Coleman arrested on CCSO warrant charging Contempt of Court.

Dispute
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Nov. 3, 1:25 p.m., 1100 block So. 1st St., “dispute,” 44-year old Adam Edward Newman charged with Physical Harassment, “transported to CCJ.”

WX
A Small Craft Advisory along the South Oregon Coast. Cloudy skies today with highs in the low 60s and winds from the East at 5-10 mph. Partly cloudy skies this evening, then overcast overnight with lows in the mid 40s and winds out of the Southeast at 5-10 mph. Overcast on Friday with highs in the mid 60s and winds from the South a 5-10 mph.

Sports

Prep sc
North Bend’s girls needed overtime to win their First Round Playoff match at La Grande, Wednesday, 2-1. The Bulldogs advance to play No. 2 Scappoose, Saturday, Nov. 7. Scappoose eliminated Cottage Grove, 8-0. Also in the First Round, Astoria fell at Henley, 5-0. Marist Catholic beat visiting Molalla, 8-0. 3A/2A/1A playoffs: Brookings-Harbor lost at Creswell, 2-0.

Volleyball Teams in Town
They’re here! Sixteen teams from across the State of Oregon are in the Bay Area through Saturday night to compete in the OSAA/OnPoint Community Credit Union 3A & 4A State Volleyball Championships at Marshfield and North Bend high schools. The 3A schools will be at Marshfield and the 4A schools at North Bend. The North Bend Fire Dept. will treat the student/athletes to a BBQ Thursday night at NBHS followed by some fun competition with a service contest. The coaches will gather at the NBHS Hall of Champions for a Seafood Dinner. Matches begin at both sites at 9 a.m., Friday. Tickets are available at the door, or through the www.osaa.org website. You can also purchase tickets and donate them back to the athletic departments at both schools and they will give them to local Bay Area youth teams so they can attend.

Prep 4A vb
OSAA/OnPoint Community Credit Union 4A State Volleyball Championships quarter-final round at NBHS, Friday, Nov. 6, 9a, No. 8 Pendleton (18-9) vs. No. 1 Valley Catholic (27-2); at 11a, No. 5 Cascade Christian (18-5) vs. No. 4 The Dalles (19-4); At 1p, No. 11 Astoria (13-8) vs. No. 3 Stayton (18-4); And, at 3p, No. 10 Henley (21-4) vs. No. 2 Marist Catholic (24-2). Championship semi-finals are Friday, Nov. 6, 6 & 8p. Championship match, Saturday, Nov. 7, 6:30p. Tickets & rosters are available on line at www.osaa.org.

Prep 3A vb
OSAA/OnPoint Community Credit Union 3A State Volleyball Championships quarter-final round at MHS, Friday, Nov. 6, has Coquille (19-4) taking on No. 1 Burns (26-2) in the opening round, 9a. At 11a, No. 5 Creswell (20-6) vs. No. 4 Sisters (18-6); At 1p, No. 6 Westside Christian (18-7) vs. No. 3 Catlin Gabel (17-2); At 3p, No. 7 Santiam Christian (18-6) vs. No. 2 Dayton (18-4). Semi-finals are Friday, 6p & 8p. Championship match Saturday, Nov. 7, 6:30p. Tickets and rosters available at www.osaa.org.

OSU wbxb
Visiting California Baptist beat Oregon State’s women in a non-league game 79-77, at Gill Coliseum, Corvallis, Wednesday night. OSU hosts Eastern Washington, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2p, televised on Pac-12 YouTube.

OSU vb
Oregon State’s volleyball team took out Boise State, 3-0, in a Pac-12 match in Idaho, Wednesday. The Beavers (8-3, 13-9) play at Utah State, Friday, Nov. 6, 6p., at Logan, Utah.

OSU wsc
Oregon State’s women’s soccer team plays Gonzaga at Spokane, WA, Thursday, Nov. 5, 6p.

OSU wr
Oregon State’s wrestling team holds its annual Orange and Black inner-squad scrimmage, Thursday, Nov. 5, 7p, Gill Coliseum, Corvallis.

Thursday Night NFL Football
The Jacksonville Jaguars (5-2) play at the Baltimore Ravens (4-4), Thursday, Nov. 5, 5:15p, televised on Amazon Prime.