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Sunrise/Sunset, Coos Bay, OR
Coos Bay, OR, Tuesday, July 14, 2026 – Sunrise: 5:49 a.m., and Sunset: 8:55 p.m., offering 15-hours & six-minutes of daylight.

Tides, Coos Bay, OR Estuary
Coos Bay, OR, Tuesday, July 14, 2026 – High tide: 1:12 a.m., 8.4 ft.; Low tide: 8:21 a.m., -2.12 ft.; High tide: 3:05 p.m., 6.15 ft.; Low tide: 8:09 p.m., 2.21 ft.

North Bend City Council
The North Bend City Council will hold a regular session meeting on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 7:00 pm in Council Chambers at 835 California Ave. The agenda will include the following: - Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance; - Roll Call; - Ceremonial: - Engineer/Firefighter Swearing-in – Henry Hood; - July Jubilee Ambassador Court Coronation; - Consent Calendar; - 2027-2028 Legislative Priorities - League of Oregon Cities; - Authorization to Bid the Newmark Avenue Pavement Repair Project; - Request for Council Authorization of Extended Amplified Music Hours for July 17, 2026 Community Event; - Public Comments; - Authorization of Cisco A-FLEX Plan Renewal for City Webex Calling Services; - Acceptance of P2 Development Roadway and Utility Improvements for City Maintenance; - Action, if any, resulting from Executive Sessions; - City Administrator’s Report; - Committee Reports; - Council Comments; - Other Business; - Adjournment.

NBPL Events
North Bend Public Library, 1800 Sherman Ave., North Bend, OR - OBOB Book Club (Grades 3-5), Tuesdays in July from 2:00-2:45 PM. Discuss an OBOB book each week. Registration is required. To register, go to https://tinyurl.com/5bspm3zw. Preschool Storytime (Ages 2-5), Tuesdays in July at 10:30 AM.  Enjoy stories & movement activities. Teen OBOB Book Club (Grades 9-12), Tuesdays in July from 3:00-3:45 PM. Discuss an OBOB book each week. Registration is required. To register, go to https://tinyurl.com/5bspm3zw. Teen Paint-A-Long with Megan Gray, Tuesday, July 14 at 4:00 PM. Create a painting as Megan Gray guides you with step-by-step instruction. All experience levels are welcome, and all supplies will be provided.

North Bend Public Library Hosts 3rd Annual Teen Paint-A-Long with Local Artist Megan Gray
NBPL release - Teens are invited to the 3rd annual Teen Paint-A-Long at North Bend Public Library on Tuesday, July 14 at 4:00 PM. The library is excited to welcome local artist Megan Gray back to lead this popular annual event. Megan will guide participants through the painting process with step-by-step instruction, making the program welcoming for both beginners and experienced artists. Attendees will create their artwork in a relaxed and supportive environment while enjoying snacks and drinks provided by the library. All painting supplies will be included, allowing teens to simply show up ready to paint and have fun. This free program is part of the library’s Summer Reading Program, which encourages teens to explore creativity, learning, and community throughout the summer months. Event Details: What: Teen Paint-A-Long with Megan Gray; When: Tuesday, July 14 at 4:00 PM; Where: North Bend Public Library; Who: Teens ages 13–18; Cost: Free.

CBPL Events
Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay, OR - SRP 2026: Baby Storytime, Tuesday, July 14 in the Myrtlewood Room, 10:00am – 10:30pm, Tuesdays at 10:00am, June 16-August 5, Ages 0-14 months. Meet other parents or caregivers and learn songs, rhymes, and early literacy tips. Geared towards kids 0-14 months and an adult parent or caregiver. Age Bracket: Kids, Families. Crafting with Nature, Tuesday, July 14 in the Myrtlewood Room, 2:00pm – 4:00pm. Join us on a walk to Mingus Park where we'll collect bits of nature and return to the library to make collages. Collages will be placed on display in the young adult section of the library with the permission of the artist. All supplies provided; No experience necessary. Ages 12-18 (parents & guardians of teens are welcome). Age Bracket: Teens. Colored Pencil Pet Portraits with Craftsy: Dogs! Tuesday, July 14 in the Myrtlewood Room, 6:00pm – 8:15pm. Learn to use Craftsy, available for free through the Libby app, and follow a tutorial to craft a custom portrait of your pet in this free class for teens and adults! We'll be following 'Pet Portraits in Colored Pencil' by Gemma Gyling on Craftsy. No experience necessary. If you'd rather draw your cat, check out the sister event on Tuesday, July 21 from 6:00pm – 8:15pm. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. We will be creating a contour drawing of your pet using carbon transfer paper, so please send a clear photograph of your dog to [email protected] prior to the day of the event. The photo will be cropped to a square and printed for use in the class. If you do not finish your project during the class, you're welcome to come back to the library to finish using the supplies we stock for the event. Register. Age Bracket: Teens & Adults.

CB Council Approves Changes to City Charter Ahead of November Ballot
VCB release - At the July 7th Coos Bay City Council Meeting, the City Council approved a Proposed City Charter Amendment and the Adoption of Resolution 26-25 Calling a Measure Election to submit proposed Charter amendments to the voters of the City of Coos Bay. Amendments to the Charter include grammatical, formatting, and obsolete-language revisions as well as making the position of a Municipal Judge optional. But the largest change affects Tourism Promotion and codifies the use of transient lodging tax (TLT) revenues, including putting into the Charter what the city has been doing for year. This include ensuring that at least 70 percent of TLT revenues be used for tourism promotion and tourism-related facilities and activities; allowing 30 percent to be used for other municipal purposes. While this split has been the practice of the City of Coos Bay for many years, this is the first time it has been codified within the City's Charter and is a win for the Tourism Industry in Coos Bay. "The City of Coos Bay has long supported the efforts of the VCB to promote Coos Bay, along with North Bend and Charleston, as a prime tourism destination," said Janice Langlinais, Executive Director of the Coos Bay-North Bend-Charleston Visitor & Convention Bureau (VCB). "As an industry, we are fortunate to have such support from our city, county and tribal leaders. This support allows us to build on the brand, Oregon's Adventure Coast, and encourage travelers to choose us over a different coastal destination." The Charter Amendment will appear on the November 2026 Ballot for City of Coos Bay residents to approve.

Measles in Oregon
OHA release - Three Providence locations become latest measles exposure sites - PORTLAND, Ore.—Three new measles exposure locations have been identified, and Oregon Health Authority?(OHA)?and?Multnomah and Clackamas?County public health officials?are?urging people to talk to a health care provider about their risks if they believe they?were?exposed. People might have been exposed if they were?at the following locations?at these dates and times:? Providence Immediate Care—Happy Valley, 16180 SE Sunnyside Road, Suite 102, Happy Valley, between 7:42 a.m. and 10:22 a.m. Thursday, July 9. Providence Willamette Falls?Medical Center, emergency department, 1500 Division St., Oregon City, between 12:18 a.m. and 5:56 a.m. Friday, July 10.? Providence Willamette Falls?Medical Center, emergency department, 1500 Division St., Oregon City, between 10:04 a.m. and 2:57 p.m. Saturday, July 11. Providence Portland Medical Center, emergency department, 4805 NE Glisan St., Portland, between 1:39 p.m. and 4:57 p.m. Saturday, July 11. Providence Portland Medical Center, emergency department, 4805 NE Glisan St., Portland, between 7:32 p.m. and 9:46 p.m. Sunday, July 12. People who were at these locations during these dates and time periods should immediately contact their health care provider and let them know they may have been exposed to someone who has measles. The health care provider can determine your risk for measles based on your vaccination record, age, or laboratory evidence of prior infection. Families without a primary care provider can establish care at any of Multnomah County's seven primary care?clinics?or nine student health centers (based at high schools but open to anyone ages 5-18) by calling 503-988-5558 to make a new patient appointment. Clackamas County residents can schedule an appointment with a Clackamas County Health Center.

Board of Forestry Governance Committee
ODF release - SALEM, Ore. — The Board of Forestry Governance Committee will meet virtually at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, July 14. To join, please use the Zoom video conference information found on the?agenda. The committee’s agenda includes: Annual Board Governance Performance Evaluation (Addendum G); Advisory Committee Establishment Procedures (Addendum D). Accommodations for people with disabilities, and special materials, services, or assistance can be arranged in advance of the meeting by email at [email protected].

Quake
A 2.8-magnitude earthquake shook the southern end of the two fault lines that run parallel with the Oregon Coast, Monday, July 13. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the quake was located northwest of Petrolia, CA, near Cape Mendocino in Northern California.

Lane Co. Male arrested for Sex Crimes
Lane Co. SO release - On July 9th at about 2pm LCSO deputies and detectives responded to the 100 block of Almond Way in Creswell for an investigation into a historical sex abuse. The suspect was identified as 61-year-old Jeffrey Scott Harris of Creswell. Harris was arrested by detectives and lodged at the lane county jail for the below listed crimes. 10 counts of Unlawful Sexual Penetration in the First Degree. 7 counts of Sex Abuse in the First Degree. This case is still active. There is no further information for release at this time.

Million-Dollar South Coast Burglary Sends Four to Prison
U.S. Attorney's Office - District of Oregon release - EUGENE, Ore.—The last of four co-defendants was sentenced to federal prison last Friday after burglaries of a home in Coos County, Oregon, and stealing cash, gold, silver coins, and firearms. The following individuals have been sentenced: Daniel Knapp, 58, of Port Orford, Oregon, was sentenced last Friday to 24 months in federal prison and 3 years of supervised release; William Travis Cutlip, 41, of Port Orford, was sentenced July 7, 2026, to 24 months in federal prison and 3 years of supervised release; Kyle Vanalstine, 31, of Bandon, Oregon, was sentenced July 7, 2026, to 77 months in federal prison and 5 years of supervised release; and Matthew Knapp, 48, of Ashland, Oregon, was sentenced June 24, 2026, to five years of probation. According to court documents, a federal firearms investigation began after a significant residential burglary. On Dec. 19, 2023, Matthew Knapp, Daniel Knapp, and Cutlip broke into the vault of a Coos County residence and stole approximately one million dollars in cash, gold, silver coins, and at least one firearm. After returning to one of their residences, Matthew Knapp was seen possessing a stolen pistol. The investigation revealed several messages showing Matthew Knapp’s history with firearms and accessories nine months prior, in March 2023. Matthew Knapp is a felon and prohibited from having a firearm. Matthew Knapp was later convicted of Aggravated Theft I in state court. Several days later, on Dec. 23, Vanalstine broke into the same vault and stole approximately 40 firearms, including assault rifles, pistols, and at least one silencer and transferred many of them to Cutlip. Several stolen firearms stored at Cutlip’s property were later recovered in California. On Jan. 5, 2024, law enforcement stopped and searched Vanalstine while he was driving in Curry County, Oregon. In his car, Vanalstine had more than one kilogram of methamphetamine, scales and a loaded pistol. Vanalstine was convicted in state court for the burglary of the residence and for a separate possession of a controlled substance case, and was sentenced to prison for both offenses. On Jan. 9, 2024, law enforcement executed a search warrant on Cutlip’s residence in Port Orford and seized a stolen silencer and the assault rifles pictured below: Coos County Sheriff Office Photo of a black and tan seized stolen assault rifle, with a scope and magazine photographed on the floor. Coos County Sheriff's Office photograph of a seize stolen assault rifle lying on the floor, mostly tan with a black scope. In January 2024, law enforcement executed a search warrant at Daniel Knapp’s residence and found a .22 revolver, which was unconnected to the burglary. Daniel Knapp is a felon and prohibited from having a firearm. On Dec. 11, 2024, Cutlip pleaded guilty to conspiracy to traffic in firearms. He was convicted in state court for burglary. On Dec. 4, 2025, Vanalstine pleaded guilty to trafficking in firearms and possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. In February 2026, Matthew Knapp and Daniel Knapp pleaded guilty to felon in possession of a firearm. U.S. Attorney Scott E. Bradford for the District of Oregon made the announcement. This case was prosecuted by the ATF, FBI, SCINT (South Coos Interagency Narcotics Team), Coos County Sheriff Office, and Oregon State Police, with assistance from Coquille Tribal Police, Bandon Police Department, Coos Bay Police Department and the Douglas Interagency Narcotics Team (DINT). It was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Jeffrey Sweet.

Burglar Caught in the Act, Veneta
Lane Co. SO release - On July 11th at about 7:45pm LCSO deputies were dispatched to a report of a burglary in progress in the 25600 block of E. Bolton Road. The caller had returned home with their young child, to find a strange man inside their house. Deputies surrounded the residence and brought additional tools to aid in searching the residence safely. Deputies deployed drones and an SPD K9 responded to assist in the search as well. Despite multiple loud hails the suspect failed to exit the residence, forcing deputies and officers to go inside. The suspect, 45-year-old Marcas Allen Yeoman, was found hiding inside the home and was arrested and lodged at the Lane County Jail. Yeoman was lodged on the below listed crimes. Burglary in the First Degree; Theft in the Third Degree; Unlawful Entry into a Motor Vehicle; Attempted Unlawful Use of a Vehicle; Criminal Mischief in the Third Degree. This case remains active. There is no further information for release at this time.

Hwy. 18 Fatal, Yamhill Co.
YAMHILL COUNTY, Ore. (13 July 2026) – On Saturday, July 11, 2026, at 2:06 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle fatal crash on Highway 18 near milepost 58 in Yamhill County. The preliminary investigation indicated a silver Honda Civic, operated by Jayce Alan Hall (19) of Salem, was traveling westbound on Hwy. 18 near Newberg when it failed to negotiate a turn, drifted into the eastbound lane, and collided head-on with a white International commercial motor vehicle, operated by Robert Emmanuel Hunter (43) of Portland. The operator of the Honda (Hall) was pronounced deceased at the scene. Honda passenger Isaiah Jacob Aas (18) of Salem was transported to an area hospital with serious injuries. The operator of the International (Hunter) was reportedly not injured, remained on scene and was cooperative with the investigation. The highway was impacted for approximately five hours during the on-scene investigation. OSP was assisted by the Newberg-Dundee Police Department, Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office, Newberg Fire Department, Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue, and the Oregon Department of Transportation.

Crash South of Coos Bay
ODOT release, Monday, July 13, 2026, 11:05 a.m. - ODOT: SW Oregon: US-101 SB, MP 240.5: One lane of U.S. 101 is closed 3 miles south of Coos Bay due to a crash. Watch for flaggers and workers in the roadway. A full closure may be necessary. Expect delays. Use an alternate route. TripCheck.com for updates.

Criminal Trespass
According to an entry on the CQPD log for July 12, 7:21 a.m., 240 W. Hwy. 42, Hwy. Deli Mart, 36-year old Joanna Marie Sims charged with Criminal Trespass II, “Sims transported to CCJ.

Criminal Trespass
According to an entry on the CQPD log for July 12, 10:03 a.m., 115 No. Birch St., 36-year old Joanna Marie Sims charged with Criminal Trespass II, “Sims transported to CCJ.”

DWS
According to an entry on the CQPD log for July 12, 5:08 p.m., Hwy. 42, mp8, 31-year old Kevin Tyler Lano charged with three-counts Felon in Possession of Firearm, “Lano transported to CCJ.”

Illegal Camping, NB
According to an entry on the NBPD log for July 12, 9:45 a.m., 1900 block Sherman Ave., “illegal camping.”

Unlawful Vehicle, NB
According to an entry on the NBPD log for July 13, 2:17 a.m., 1800 block Arthur Rd., “unlawful vehicle.”

Assist
According to an entry on the NBPD log for July 13, 2:37 a.m., Schoneman & Harris, “assist outside agency,” 33-year old JD Kawehi Ikaika Ani charged with PCS & Restricted Weapon. Also, 43-year old Jamie Lea Jason charged with PCS, “Ani & Jason cited in lieu of custody.”

Illegal Camping, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 12, 8:13 a.m., 400 block So. Empire Blvd., “illegal camping.”

UEMV
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 12, 9:59 a.m., 1100 block Hemlock Ave., “unlawful entry into MV.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 12, 8:30 a.m., Broadway & Hall, 38-year old Timothy Scott Loew arrested on CCSO warrant charging FTA on FTA I; CBPD warrants for FTA on Disorderly Conduct II X2 and FTA on FTA II, “Loew was transported to CCJ.”

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

Sports

Courts for Kids Project Expands Ducks' Horizons
UO release - Beach volleyball student-athlete Gwen Fife relates the lasting impact of the UO athletic department's summer service trip to the Dominican Republic. By: Gwen Fife, UO Beach Volleyball - "Ah-reh-nah! Ah-reh-nah! Ah-reh-nah!" It's been two weeks since I and more than a dozen other UO student-athletes returned from the athletic department's annual service trip through Courts for Kids. Still, I can hear the shouts of the community of Guarante as we filled hundreds of buckets of sand ("Ah-reh-nah!") for the concrete mix that would form the surface of the community's new sports court. For a week, we worked together and we laughed together. The language barrier never got in the way of the work. and definitely not the laughs. This year's Courts For Kids experience in the Dominican Republic was truly the opportunity of a lifetime. I'm still struggling to find the words to describe how this experience made me feel, but I know my heart has softened, my face hurts from smiling so much and our group of student-athletes and staff has forever been changed for the better. We began this experience knowing we would be building a sports court, but once we arrived and started working alongside the community, three days of work felt like just a few hours. The connections we built started on day one. Together we worked toward a common goal: creating a space where these kids can experience the joy, connection and memories that sports gave us growing up. After three days of work, we were done! I will forever remember how excited the kids were as they begged Trent Ferguson from football to spin them around, and Cassidy Cu from acrobatics and tumbling to join in the silly dance circles. The dance culture there was definitely a highlight for everyone! We learned Bachata on the first night we arrived and from that moment on, the dancing never really stopped. Some of my favorite memories were staying up late, dancing and playing dominoes with all the new friends we made. It was so amazing to get to experience that part of their culture firsthand. Another highlight was serving with my Beach Volleyball teammates Macy and Ally and our coach Danny. That time spent serving together only brought us closer and made me realize again how fortunate I am to be part of this team. We came home with full hearts and so many great memories. This trip really showed what we're building at Oregon Beach Volleyball. We're creating a team that's built on connection, service and always showing up for each other. I'm so excited to see what we will accomplish together. One of my favorite memories happened one night in the schoolyard outside where we were staying. I was doing some band exercises when a little girl and her brother wandered over to see what I was doing. They both wanted to try the resistance bands. Her brother jumped right in, but she hung back. You could tell she wanted to try them, but just wasn't quite sure of herself. I kept encouraging her and after a little while she finally stepped up and gave it a shot. When she was done, I smiled at her and said, "¡Fuerte!" Her face instantly lit up. She pointed to herself with the biggest smile and proudly repeated that she was strong. It was such a simple moment but one I'll never forget. To see a young girl gain confidence, see her own strength and feel empowered to step outside of her comfort zone is something I will always remember. I wanted to hear softball player Regan Legg's perspective on the trip, so I asked how the experience impacted her: "This experience allowed me to truly appreciate the small things in life. It was so refreshing to be off our phones for the entirety of the trip. Not only did we all make meaningful relationships with the locals but also with each other. I formed genuine relationships with some of the best people I have ever met in my life. The amount of joy and love that we brought each other was amazing. This experience has allowed me to grow and experience a level of happiness I didn't know I was missing." This project was about more than building a court for kids. The kindness and generosity of the community left a lasting impression and served as a reminder that the relationships we create are often the best part of the work we do. A special thank you to everyone who helped make this experience possible. I'm so grateful for all the support, time and effort that's gone into making this happen. Experiences like these are a reminder of how special it is to be an athlete at the University of Oregon, and I feel so fortunate to be part of something that extends far beyond the court.