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Sunrise/Sunset, Coos Bay, OR
Coos Bay, OR, Monday, July 6, 2026 – Sunrise: 5:43 a.m., and Sunset: 8:59 p.m., offering 15-hours & 16-minutes of daylight.

Tides, Coos Bay, OR Estuary
Tides for the Coos Bay, OR Estuary, Monday, July 6, 2026 – Low tide: 12:23 a.m., 2.1 ft.; High tide: 5:56 a.m., 5.45 ft.; Low tide: 12:17 p.m., 0.56 ft.; High tide: 7:04 p.m., 6.49 ft.

CBPL Events
Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay, OR - CREA, Monday, July 6 in the Myrtlewood Room, 5:30pm – 7:30pm. Construye, Reflexiona, Explora, Aprende. Añade un toque de arte, creatividad y color a manualidades fáciles y divertidas, diseñadas para compartir en familia y celebrar nuestras tradiciones culturales. Este 6 de julio sumérgete en una explosión de color y da vida a prendas básicas. Crea patrones únicos y coloridos en nuestro taller de tie-dye. ¡No faltes! Age Bracket Tags: Adults, Teens, Kids, Families. Open Men's Group - Monday, July 6 in the Cedar Room, 6:00pm – 8:00pm. Imagine a circle of brothers where you’re invited share your truth, clarify your vision for the life you want, gain the tools you need for action, find your strength, and hold yourself accountable.

NBPL Event
North Bend Public Library, 1800 Sherman Ave., North Bend, OR - OBOB Book Club (Grades 6-8), Mondays in July from 4:00-4:45 PM. Discuss an OBOB book each week. Registration is required. To register, go to https://tinyurl.com/5bspm3zw.

Quake
A 2.6-magnitue earthquake was recorded off of Curry Co., Friday, July 3. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the quake was located on the outer fault line of the two that run parallel with the Oregon Coast, west to southwest of Pistol River and at a depth of six-miles.

Hwy. 18 Fatal, Lincoln Co.
LINCOLN COUNTY, Ore. (3 July 2026) – On Thursday, July 2, 2026, at approximately 10:10 a.m., the Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle fatal crash on Highway 18 near milepost 1 in Lincoln County. The preliminary investigation indicated a gray Nissan pickup, operated by Bryan James Anderson (35) of Grand Ronde, was traveling eastbound on Hwy. 18 and for unknown reasons entered the westbound lane where it collided head-on with a westbound blue Ford Maverick pickup, operated by Jenny Fiddyment Wiens (63) of Salem. The operator of the Nissan (Anderson) was pronounced deceased at the scene. Anderson was reportedly not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. The operator of the Ford (Wiens) was transported to an area hospital with serious injuries. The highway was impacted for approximately three hours during the on-scene investigation. OSP was assisted by North Lincoln Fire & Rescue and the Oregon Department of Transportation.

Hwy. 58 Fatal, Lane Co.
LANE COUNTY, Ore. (3 July 2026) – On Thursday, July 2, 2026, at approximately 11:40 a.m., the Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle fatal crash on Highway 58 near milepost 12 in Lane County. The preliminary investigation indicated a dark green Toyota Camry, operated by Sarah Rachel Pratt (55) of Lowell, was turning onto Hwy. 58 from a gravel driveway. An eastbound dark green Ford F-250, operated by Jesse Barrong (51) of Springfield, struck the Toyota on the driver’s side door as the Toyota entered the eastbound lane. The operator of the Toyota (Pratt) was pronounced deceased at the scene. The operator of the Ford (Barrong) was not injured. An adult passenger in the Ford was transported to an area hospital with minor injuries. The highway was impacted for approximately two hours during the on-scene investigation. OSP was assisted by the Eugene-Springfield Fire Department, Lowell Rural Fire Protection District, and the Oregon Department of Transportation.

K9 Athena Assists Coos Bay Police Department in Narcotics Investigation
NORTH BEND, Ore. — The North Bend Police Department’s K9 Athena recently assisted the Coos Bay Police Department during a narcotics investigation connected to a traffic stop. K9 Athena was deployed on the vehicle and alerted to the presence of illicit substances. As a result of the investigation, three individuals were taken into custody. Officers seized approximately 1.2 ounces of suspected fentanyl, 0.8 ounces of suspected methamphetamine, a large sum of money, multiple knives, and various items associated with the drug trade. The North Bend Police Department appreciates Officer Shelton and the Coos Bay Police Department for the call-out and the opportunity to work alongside their team. This successful investigation highlights the value of interagency cooperation and the important role K9 teams play in helping keep our communities safe.

North Bend Police Officer Lovell Graduates from Basic Police Academy
NORTH BEND, Ore. — The City of North Bend is pleased to announce that Officer Lovell has successfully completed the 16-week Basic Police Academy at the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training. Graduation from the academy marks an important milestone in Officer Lovell’s law enforcement career and reflects months of hard work, dedication, and perseverance. She will now continue in-house field training with the North Bend Police Department before independently patrolling the streets of North Bend. During the academy, Officer Lovell volunteered to serve as a member of the Honor Guard, a role requiring additional time, training, and commitment beyond the academy’s regular schedule. At the graduation ceremony, she proudly escorted the American and Oregon flags during the posting of the colors. Officer Lovell also represented North Bend by singing the National Anthem during the graduation ceremony. The City of North Bend congratulates Officer Lovell on this outstanding achievement and wishes her continued success as she completes the remainder of her training.

Public Safety Notice: Sunken Vessel at City Docks
The City of Coos Bay advises boaters and visitors that a vessel sank at the city docks on Thursday afternoon and remains in the water while staff assess the situation and determine the appropriate next steps for recovery. The sunken vessel may present a navigational and public safety hazard, particularly as increased holiday activity is expected on the waterfront. Boaters are urged to use extreme caution when operating in the area, maintain a safe distance from the affected location, and follow any temporary safety measures or instructions from City personnel. The City appreciates the public's cooperation.

NBPD Hiring
City of North Bend release - North Bend Police is hiring officers, with strong pay, benefits, specialty assignments, and a $5,000 lateral sign-on bonus. The North Bend Police Department is accepting applications for Police Officers to join our team. Our first round of application review is already underway. If you would like to be included in the next round of testing, please complete your application as soon as possible. This is an opportunity for motivated, professional individuals who are looking for a career with strong pay, excellent benefits, meaningful work, and the chance to serve the North Bend community every day. Salary Range: $67,656 – $92,539; Lateral Officer Sign-On Bonus: $5,000; Applications: Open until filled. Hiring Process Highlights: Written testing options include the National Testing Network or the POST written test. The POST written test is a free option, with the date to be announced. ORPAT physical fitness testing and interviews will be conducted in person, with dates to be announced. Why Work for the North Bend Police Department? The North Bend Police Department offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance with 95% paid by the City, PERS retirement, uniforms provided by the City, an annual gear allowance, strong monthly leave accruals, and a holiday cash-out option. Officers work 12-hour shifts with built-in weekends off and have opportunities for specialty assignments, including investigations, K9, drone operations, School Resource Officer, Community Resource Officer, Field Training Officer, Emergency Response Team, narcotics investigations, and more. Veterans may be eligible to use GI Bill benefits through the department’s on-the-job training program. Educational incentives are also available for college graduates. If you are ready to make a difference, serve your community, and be part of a department that values teamwork and community connection, we encourage you to apply. Learn more and apply: www.northbendoregon.us/police

CBPD Hiring Police Officers
The City of Coos Bay is soliciting applications for the position of lateral and entry level Police Officers. Starting salary for lateral hires may be negotiable based on relevant law enforcement experience. Lateral applicants will automatically be awarded an interview and are not required to complete the NTN testing phase. In addition, if a Lateral applicant is hired, they will receive 40-80 hours of sick leave, the amount will be based off of years of experience and at the Chief’s discretion. A Lateral applicant may also be eligible for early release from probation depending on performance and at the discretion of the Chief. To qualify as a lateral candidate, you must be currently certified through Oregon DPSST or through another agency that has reciprocity with Oregon DPSST. Interested parties should submit a city application, police department supplemental application, resume, and letter of interest to the HR Office or by email to [email protected]. All application materials submitted via email must be submitted as an attachment in word or pdf format. Applications are available from the City Manager’s Office at City Hall, 500 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon, via email: [email protected], or listed under Job Opportunities on the City’s website at https://www.coosbayor.gov/government/job-openings. Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt; Salary/Pay Rate: $5845-$7460/month DOQ; Posted Date: May 7, 2026; Deadline to Apply EXTENDED: Friday, July 10, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs peace officer functions of law enforcement and crime prevention work including patrol and investigation. Controls traffic, enforces state and local traffic regulations, and other ordinances and laws. Works directly with citizens in the areas of criminal and civil law enforcement. Incumbents in this position may be required to work rotating shifts and days off as designated or assigned. Performs related work as required including planning and research.

Unlawful Vehicle, MP
According to an entry on the MPPD log for July 2, 9:57 a.m., A St. & Spruce, “unlawful vehicle.”

Arrest
According to an entry on the NBPD log for July 2, 2:51 p.m., 835 California St., NBPD, “criminal trespass,” 39-year old William Allen, Jr., charged with Criminal Trespass I, “Allen was transported to CCJ.”

Burglary
According to an entry on the NBPD log for July 2, 10:03 p.m., 1400 block Union Ave., “burglary.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the NBPD log for July 3, 1:59 a.m., 3201 Tremont Ave., Ko Kwel Casino, “warrant service,” on 39-year old Jonathan Patrick Uhrig arrested on Douglas Co. SO warrant for DWS and Winston PD warrant for Contempt of Court, “cited in lieu of custody on the warrant;” however, on the DCSO warrant, “transported to CCJ.”

Illegal Camping, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 2, 6:29 a.m., dead end of Fulton, “illegal camping,” 48-year old Kimberly Roth & Christopher Webley both received “Ticket.” At 6:37 a.m., 700 block So. 4th St., “illegal camping,” 50-year old Brandi McNulty Day, “Ticket.” At 7:54 a.m., So. 6th & Bennett, “illegal camping.” At 9:55 a.m., No. 6th & Ivy, “illegal camping.” At 8:58 p.m., 990 So. 2nd St., Worksource Oregon, “illegal camping.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 2, 7:20 a.m., So. Empire & Fulton, 38-year old Steven Patrick Miller arrested on five CBPD warrants charging Unlawful Possession of Meth; Theft 3rd Degree & Criminal Trespass 1st Degree; FTA 2nd Degree; Felon in Possession of a Restricted Weapon & Criminal Trespass 2nd Degree; and, Unlawful Possession of Meth, “Miller was transported to CCJ.”

Theft from Vehicle
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 2, 8:28 a.m., 100 block So. 2nd St., “theft from vehicle.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 2, 10:58 a.m., 901 Port Ave., Columbia Co. SO, “Columbia County SO served NBPD warrant,” on 34-year old Parrish Alexander Peters charging DUII, Criminal Driving While Suspended or Revoked.

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 2, 12:42 p.m., 12240 NE Gilsan, Portland, Multnomah Co., Teresa Thompson arrested on CBPD warrant charging Theft III.

Criminal Trespass
According to an entry on the CQPD log for July 3, 1 p.m., 155 E. 1st St., Safeway, 39-year old William Allen, Jr. charged with Criminal Trespass II, “Allen transported to CCJ.”

Indecent
According to an entry on the CQPD log for July 3, 3:57 p.m., 1100 block W. Central Blvd., “indecent exposure.”

Illegal Camping, NB
According to an entry on the NBPD log for July 3, 7:09 a.m., Harbor Ave., North Bend Boardwalk, “illegal camping,” 60-year old John Bennett “Ticket.”

UEMV
According to an entry on the NBPD log for July 3, 7:10 a.m., 3200 block Sheridan Ave., “unlawful entry into MV.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the NBPD log for July 3, 9:30 a.m., Newmark & Chester, “warrant service,” on 28-year old Jared Crawford Decker charged with FTA on Theft II, “Crawford Decker transport CCJ.”

Illegal Camping, NB
According to an entry on the NBPD log for July 3, 11:18 a.m., 1300 block Sherman Ave., Simpson Park, “illegal camping.”

Illegal Camping, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 3, 6:20 a.m., City Subs, 4th St., “illegal camping. At 6:22 p.m., 5th & Bennett, “illegal camping.” At 6:26 a.m., Arby’s, Newmark Ave., “illegal camping.” At 8:49 a.m., So. 5th & Bennett, “illegal camping.” At 1:44 p.m., No. Front St., & So. 1st, “illegal camping.” At 4:48 p.m., 4th & Anderson, “illegal camping.”

Criminal Trespass
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 3, 7:18 a.m., No. Front St., & So. 1st, 51-year old Michael James Williams charged with Criminal Trespass II, “cited in lieu of custody.”

Criminal Trespass
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 3, 8:43 a.m., 525 Anderson Ave., CBPL, 39-year old Don William Boyd charged with Criminal Trespass II, “Boyd cited in lieu of custody.”

Criminal Trespass
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 3, 10:41 a.m., 2051 Newmark Ave., Walmart, “result of criminal trespass,” 53-year old Deanna Faye Solinger charged with Criminal Trespass II, “Solinger cited in lieu of custody.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 3, 12:10 p.m., 300 Country Club Rd., Eugene PD, “warrant served by Eugene Police Department,” on 46-year old Allen Christopher Goddard charging Bandon PD warrant for Identity Theft & Forgery in the Second Degree.

Traffic Stop
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 3, 7:26 p.m., Edwards & Newport, Bunker Hill, “traffic stop,” Randall Kyle Burns charged with DWS, “cite in lieu of custody.”

DUII
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 3, 10:18 p.m., Broadway & Hall, “traffic stop,” 35-year old Alexander John Rodriguez charged with DUII, “Rodriguez was cited in lieu of custody.”

Traffic Stop
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 4, 1:18 a.m., Elrod & Broadway, “traffic stop,” 63-year old Robert Wayne Nielsen arrested on warrant charging Probation Violation on Assault IV, “transported to CCJ.”

Illegal Camping, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 4, 6:26 a.m., 5th & Bennett, “illegal camping.”

Criminal Trespass
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 4, 3:24 p.m., 2051 Newmark Ave., Walmart, 50-year old Ryan Cox charged with Criminal Trespass II, “Cox transported CCJ.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 4, 5:51 p.m., 29821 Ellensberg Rd., Curry Co. SO, 41-year olf Richard Joseph Moniz arrested on OSP warrant charging Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle X2, Criminal Mischief II, Offensive Littering, Criminal Trespass II, “Moniz lodged Curry County Jail.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 4, 5:59 p.m., 900 Greenwood St., Florence PD, 70-year old Michael Eugene Herman arrested on warrant charging FTA on Unlawful Possession of Meth.

Indecent
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 4, 7:25 p.m., 2051 Newmark Ave., Walmart, “indecent exposure.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 4, 8:01 p.m., 700 block So. Empire Blvd., 52-year old Sheryl Lynn Sullivan arrested on Washington Co. warrant charging FTA on Failure to Register as Sex Offender, additional warrant for FTA II, “transport CCJ.”

Unlawful Vehicle, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 4, 8:54 p.m., Lakewood & Seabreeze, “unlawful vehicle.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for July 4, 11:17 p.m., 63000 block Hwy. 101, Bunker Hill, “warrant service,” on 61-year old Kevin James Waldron charging Oregon State Parole Board warrant for Parole Violation, No Bail, “Waldron was transported to CCJ.”

Criminal Trespass
According to an entry on the CQPD log for July 4, 7:13 a.m., 400 No. Central Blvd., McKay’s, “result shoplifter,” 39-year old William Allen charged with Trespass II, Trespass I, Theft III, & Parole Violation, “transported CCJ.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CQPD log for July 4, 2:13 p.m., 100 block East 1st St., “warrant served by Coquille Police Department,” on 58-year old Joseph Albert Norris charging FTA in the Second Degree, “Norris transported to CCJ.”

Criminal Trespass
According to an entry on the CQPD log for July 4, 3:18 p.m., 155 E. 1st St., Safeway, 58-year old Joseph Norris charged with Criminal Trespass II X2, “Norris transported to CCJ.”

Disorderly
According to an entry on the CQPD log for July 4, 8:30 p.m., 1st & Adams, 50-year old Ryan Layton Cox charged with Disorderly Conduct II & Criminal Trespass II, “Cox transported to CCJ.”

WX
A Small Craft Advisory along the South Oregon Coast. Cloudy early, then partial sunshine late, expect some mist and reduced visibilities with highs in the mid 60s and winds out of the North to Northwest at 10-15 mph. Cloudy skies tonight, expect mist and reduced visibilities at times, lows near 50 and winds from the North at 5-10 mph. Foggy early on Tuesday, then partly cloudy by afternoon with highs in the low to mid 60s.

Sports

Duck Pitchers Earn Spots on USA Baseball Collegiate National Team
UO release - EUGENE, Ore. – After nearly two weeks of competing with and against 53 of the top collegiate baseball players in the country, Oregon pitchers Tanner Bradley and Will Sanford have been named to the 2026 USA Baseball Collegiate National Team 28-man roster. The 2026 Collegiate National Team will compete in the inaugural World Collegiate Baseball Championship at Taichung City Intercontinental Baseball Stadium in Taichung City, Taiwan, from July 11-15, where they will play Korea, Chinese Taipei and Japan. The roster was named after 11 days of workouts, practices, and intrasquad scrimmages across North Carolina and Virginia. Oregon is one of just six collegiate teams with multiple players on the CNT, joining Florida, Auburn, Texas, UCLA and Mississippi State. Bradley and Sanford are the 15th and 16th Ducks to represent the United States on the College National Team, and the first two since Kenyon Yovan wore the red, white and blue in 2018. Oregon placed multiple players on the CNT for the fifth time in program history, with three (Brett Hambright, Jake Reed, Tommy Thorpe) making the 2012 team and a pair also making the team in 2016 (Travis Moniot, David Peterson), 2015 (Stephen Nogosek, David Peterson) and 2010 (Tyler Anderson, Scott McGough).

Former Beavers Named MLB All-Stars
OSU release - CORVALLIS, Ore. – Travis Bazzana, Drew Rasmussen and Adley Rutschman have been named Major League Baseball All-Stars, giving Oregon State three representatives for the second consecutive season. Rutschman is an All-Star for a third time while Rasmussen is a repeat selection from 2025. Bazzana, meanwhile, has been selected in his rookie season. The 2026 game will be played in Philadelphia on July 14 at 5 p.m. PT. It will air on FOX. Bazzana, the No. 1 overall selection in the 2024 MLB Draft, is batting .255 with seven home runs, 27 runs batted in and 12 stolen bases in 57 games for Cleveland since making his MLB debut on April 28. Rasmussen is 7-4 with a 2.45 earned run average in 16 games – all starts – for Tampa Bay this season. The righty, who has yet to start a game in July, was exceptional in June. He scattered three earned runs in 33 innings in the month, holding opponents to 16 hits and four walks with 39 strikeouts. Rasmussen pitched a scoreless frame in last year's MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta. Rutschman – the No. 1 overall selection in the 2019 MLB Draft - has played in 58 games for Baltimore this season and is batting .252 with 16 doubles, a triple, eight home runs and 43 RBI. Rutschman has three career All-Star at bats, going to the plate once in 2023 in Seattle and twice in 2024 in Arlington.

Seattle Mariners
Mariners vs. Toronto Blue Jays (Saturday, 11-0 win): Logan Gilbert pitched 7 1/3 innings, allowing only one hit and striking out seven, leading the Mariners to an emphatic 11-0 victory. Randy Arozarena contributed a grand slam, boosting the Mariners’ offense, while the bullpen maintained the shutout. Mariners vs. Toronto Blue Jays (Sunday, 4-0 win): Emerson Hancock combined with the bullpen to extend Seattle’s scoreless streak to 24 innings. Mitch Garver hit a two-run homer, providing the necessary run support for this shutout. Now in first place in the American League West, Seattle (47-44) travels to Florida to play the Marlins (49-42), Tuesday, 3:40p, televised on Mariners.TV.