JC NEWS by Matt Jarvis

SUBSCRIBE TO OUR DAILY NEWSLETTER

Sunrise/Sunset, Coos Bay, OR
Coos Bay, OR, Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026 – Sunrise: 7:13 a.m. and Sunset: 6:59 p.m., offering eleven-hours & 46-minutes of daylight.

Tides, Coos Bay, OR Estuary
Tides for the Coos Bay, OR Estuary, Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026 – High tide: 4:51 a.m., 6.09 ft.; Low tide: 10:04 a.m., 2.19 ft.; High tide: 4:13 p.m., 7.95 ft.; Low tide: 11:12 p.m., -0.57 ft.

Coos Co. BOC
The Coos Co. Board of Commissioners will meet on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 1:30 PM for a Board Work session on Proposed Ordinances to Ban Kratom & Regulate Nitrous Oxide Sales. Owen Building, 201 No. Adams St., Coquille.

CBPL Event
Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay, OR. - Storytime, Wednesday, September 30 in the Myrtlewood Room, 10:15pm – 10:45pm. 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, Families.

Farmer’s Market
The Coos Bay Downtown Association’s Wednesday Farmer’s Market takes place on Central Ave., between So. Broadway (Hwy. 101) & Third St., from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Market runs through the end of October.

WBC Forum
The Bay Area Chamber of Commerce Wednesday Business Connection (WBC) Forum is held at 11:30 a.m., East Salmon Room, Ko Kwel Resort, North Bend. Sept 30th Forum: North Bend Mayor race - Mayor Jessica Engelke & challenger Harry Haines.

Learn locations of reported waterway obstructions
OR State Marine Board release - There are now 19 counties with official drought emergency declarations. Water levels are dropping rapidly, posing a risk to boating safety. Use the Marine Board's Boating Obstruction Map to see where obstructions have been reported. There's also a tool available for boaters to submit a report of what they encounter out there. Entrapment can largely be avoided with good planning and early action! The various digital tools available to boaters include one for whitewater rafters, in collaboration with American Whitewater. Explore the Boat Obstructions Hub and become familiar with all of the data you can use to help plan your epic adventures.

Permits for Paddlecraft
Oregon State Marine Board release - Permit requirements for boaters began in 2010, which is news to many, mostly new boaters and those new to Oregon. From 2010 to 2025, the permit requirement applied to boats 10' and longer. Since 2021, the permit revenue (100%) has funded two programs: expanding boat inspection stations for aquatic invasive species and non-motorized access. In 2025, the Oregon Legislature removed the length requirement from the law, and now all boaters contribute through either the Waterway Access Permit or motorboat registration. The agency separates funding sources so non-motorized boaters can see where their dollars are invested in access. The same goes for motorized boaters, and their dollars also fund marine law enforcement.

Quakes
A 4.8-magnitude earthquake was recorded near the southern end of the two fault lines that run parallel with the Oregon Coast, Tuesday, Sept. 29. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the quake was located west of Petrolia, CA, near Cape Mendocino in Northern California. There was also a 4.2-magnitude quake in the Seattle Area. The USGS reports it was west to northwest of Wauna, WA.

Fire Season Continuing in Lane Co.
OR Dept. of Forestry release - Lane County, Ore. – The Oregon Department of Forestry’s (ODF) Western Lane and South Cascade Districts and the Lane Fire Defense Board (LFDB) want to remind Lane County residents it is still fire season. There is no fixed date when fire season will end, but ODF and LFDB say current conditions suggest it could run until mid-October at the earliest. The end of fire season is based on factors like rainfall, temperatures, and fuel moisture returning to safe levels. Until the end of fire season, all backyard debris burning, regulated by the Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA), remains prohibited for all of Lane County. This summer was one of Oregon's most severe fire seasons on record, with more than 2.5 million acres burned statewide. Recent rain and cooler temperatures have lowered the wildfire risk; however, there is not significant precipitation expected in the extended weather forecast. “The rain in September was very welcomed given the record-breaking fire season. However, we will need more precipitation and better fuel conditions to end fire season,” said Ole Buch, ODF Western Lane District Forester. “Restrictions associated with fire season are in place as a fire prevention tool to protect Oregon’s natural resources and communities.” Outdoor yard debris burning is always prohibited during an active fire season, even when fire danger is rated low. Residents who start a wildfire in Oregon can be held responsible for the cost of putting it out. “Some people have the misperception that Oct. 1 is a hard start date for backyard burning,” said Matt Sorensen, LRAPA Public Affairs Manager. “It’s not — Oct. 1 is simply the earliest possible date LRAPA’s rules allow.” Sorensen continued, “Wildfire smoke is the number one driver of poor air quality, and it only takes one escaped fire to cause really bad air quality impacts. That’s why ODF, the Lane Fire Defense Board, and LRAPA are asking everyone to be patient and wait for the end of fire season.” Leaders at ODF and the Lane Fire Defense Board say the exact date for the end of fire season will be shared as soon as it is determined. Even after fire season officially ends, residents should check local fire restrictions and fire danger levels (http://www.oregon.gov/odf/fire/pages/restrictions.aspx) before lighting any fire. Wildfire prevention best practices: • Outdoor yard debris burning remains the number one cause of human-caused fires in Oregon and is prohibited during fire season. Cover your pile and wait until fire season is declared over before burning. A dry, covered pile is cleaner and safer to burn in the late fall and winter. Visit beforeyouburn.net for real-time updates on burning regulations and safe burning practices. • Check local restrictions before lighting a campfire or warming fire. • Never leave a fire unattended. • Make sure your fire is OUT COLD. Drown it with water, stir the ashes, and repeat the process until it is cold to touch. Any warmth means it can reignite later. For real-time burning regulations, visit beforeyouburn.net. For more wildfire prevention tips, visit keeporegongreen.org.

Hunters reminded to get their deer or elk tested for CWD
ODFW release - SALEM, Ore. – ODFW is increasing Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) monitoring across Oregon, with new check stations planned as Any Legal Weapon deer seasons start statewide on Oct. 3. All successful deer and elk hunters are asked to turn in a CWD sample, and each sample submitted between Aug.?1,?2026 and March?31,?2027, earns the hunter one entry into a drawing for a Howa 1500 .223 caliber rifle courtesy of the Oregon Hunters Association. “With CWD detected in almost every bordering state, it is more imperative than ever for hunters to provide our unique contribution toward CWD detection and surveillance by voluntarily submitting samples from our harvested deer and elk,” said OHA Conservation Director Tyler Dungannon. “Positive detections in nearby states are very concerning,” said Ashley Reeder, ODFW’s CWD Surveillance Coordinator. “Early detection is our best tool in reducing the disease’s impact on Oregon’s deer, elk, and moose populations.” Sampling is quick. It takes roughly 10 minutes to collect lymph nodes and hunter details. If you don’t pass a check station, there are several other ways to get your animal tested. Visit a participating taxidermist or meat processor, make an appointment at an ODFW office, or drop the head in an after-hours collection bin available at certain ODFW offices. Visit ODFW’s CWD page to learn more about all the ways to get your animal sampled. Successful hunters should keep their eyes out for posted highway signs alerting you of an upcoming check station. Check station information is subject to change, and additional stations may be added throughout hunting season. It is mandatory for hunters to stop at a CWD check station if you pass one while transporting harvested deer or elk.

I-84 Fatal, Union Co.
UNION COUNTY, Ore. (29 September 2026) – On Monday, September 28, 2026, at approximately 8:47 a.m., Oregon State Police responded to a fatal crash on Interstate 84 near milepost 278 in Union County. The preliminary investigation indicated a Freightliner tow truck, operated by Dennis James Fenn (50) of La Grande, was stopped on the westbound shoulder near North Powder to hook up a disabled Peterbilt semi-truck and trailer, operated by Kevin Wesley Russell (46) of Leachville, Arkansas. A westbound Kenworth semi-truck and trailer, operated by Mark William Galyen (52) of Baker City, left the roadway, collided with the disabled semi-truck and trailer, and struck the driver of the disabled semi-truck, who was standing outside the vehicle. The operator of the disabled Peterbilt semi-truck (Russell) was pronounced deceased at the scene. The operator of the Kenworth semi-truck (Galyen) was transported to an area hospital with minor injuries. The operator of the tow truck (Fenn) was reportedly not injured. The crash remains under investigation. The highway was impacted for approximately six hours during the on-scene investigation. OSP was assisted by the North Powder Rural Fire Protection District and the Oregon Department of Transportation.

Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Fairview Rd.
CCSO release - Date/Time: September 28th 2026 / 6:27 pm, Case #: S2026-01534, Classification: Unlawful use of a weapon x2/Reckless driving/Menacing, Location: Moon Creek Lane / Fairview Road. Suspect(s): Jesse L. Munroe (45), Summary: On September 28th, 2026, at 6:27 p.m., a member from Fairview Fire Department had advised he located a motor vehicle crash on Fairview Road near Moon Creek Lane. An officer from the Coquille Police Department responded along with Coos County Sheriff's deputies. During an investigation, it was learned Jesse L. Munroe, 45, had fired a weapon while involved in a disturbance as a result of the crash. Once the investigation was complete, deputies arrested Jesse L. Munroe, 45, on the charges of unlawful use of a weapon x2, reckless driving, and menacing. Mr. Munroe was transported to the Coos County Jail on the above-stated charges where he was booked into the facility.

Coos Bay Police Arrest Two Following Report of Gunfire on Lakeshore Drive
CBPD release - On Monday, September 28, 2026, North Coos 911 received a report from a person who said a man had thrown a beer bottle at the caller’s vehicle while it was parked on Lakeshore Drive near Stillwater Avenue. The caller followed the other vehicle to obtain its license plate number and other identifying information. After the vehicle pulled off the road at another turnout, the caller continued to a gravel parking lot and called 9-1-1. While speaking with dispatchers, the caller reported seeing the vehicle approach from behind and hearing gunshots that the caller believed were directed at them. The caller then fled the area. Patrol Officers and a Detective responded to the area. An Oregon State Police Trooper, who was in the area, located the suspect vehicle traveling westbound on Newmark Avenue. The Trooper and Coos Bay Police stopped the vehicle after it pulled into the Empire Boat Ramp. Officers contacted 30-year-old Elyshia O’Rouke and 45-year-old John Gray in the vehicle. During the investigation officers seized the vehicle and applied for a search warrant to search for the firearm used in the incident. After being granted, the search warrant officer located three firearms inside the vehicle, one having bullets that matched shell casings located at the scene of the incident. Gray was transported to the Coos County Jail on charges of Unlawful Use of a Weapon and Menacing. O’Rourke was transported to the Coos County Jail on charges of Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, and Menacing. CBPD was assisted in this investigation by Oregon State Police and North Bend Police.

Warrant
According to an entry on the NBPD log for Sept. 28, 7:13 a.m., 230 4th St., Springfield PD, 49-year old Aaron Linwood Steinmetz arrested on NBPD warrant charging FTA on Unlawful Possession of Meth.

Warrant
According to an entry on the NBPD log for Sept. 28, 7:54 a.m., 2100 block Everett, 29-year old Brandon Lee Birman arrested on Oregon State Parole Board warrant charging Parole Violation on Burglary charge, “Birman transported to CCJ.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the NBPD log for Sept. 28, 3:37 p.m., 3100 block Broadway ave., 42-year old Jeffrey Allen Hill arrested on NBPD warrant charging FTA on FTA 1st Degree, “Hill transported to CCJ.”

Menacing
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Sept. 28, 10:30 a.m., Empire Lakes, “menacing,” 45-year old John Gray & 30-year old Elyshia both listed as “Arrestee.”

Dispute
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Sept. 28, 2:04 p.m., 1900 block Lawnridge Lp., 46-year old Adam Anello charged with Menacing, Unlawful Use of Weapon & Harassment, “subject transported to CCJ.”

Probation Violation
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Sept. 28, 4:20 p.m., 600 block Marshall Ave., 40-year old Andrew Scott Cadwallader charged with Probation Violation & Escape III, “Cadwallder transported to CCJ.”

Illegal Camping
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Sept. 28, 8:40 p.m., Builder’s First Choice, “illegal camping.” On Sept. 29, 1:52 a.m., Hwy. 242 & Ellen Rd., Bunker Hill, “illegal camping.”

Criminal Trespass
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Sept. 28, 8:52 p.m., 2051 Newmark Ave., Walmart, 45-year old Joseph Henry Kimball charged with Criminal Trespass II, “transported to Coos Co. Jail.”

WX
Cloudy skies in the morning will become partly cloudy by afternoon with highs near 70 and winds from the North at 10-20 mph. Partly cloudy skies this evening, then overcast overnight with lows around 50 and winds from the North to Northeast at 10-15 mph. Sunshine along with some cloud intervals on Thursday. Highs in the low 70 and winds out of the North at 10-20 mph.

Sports

Prep VB Scores
Prep volleyball scores from Tuesday, Sept. 29 – 4A: SkyEm Lg.: It was a 3-0 night in the SkyEm. All of the home teams won by 3-0 scores, North Bend at Marshfield, So. Umpqua at Marist Catholic & Cottage Grove at Junction City. Lg. Standings: Marist Catholic (6-0, 14-2), Junction City (5-1, 12-2), Marshfield (4-2, 5-5), Elmira (2-4, 9-4), Cottage Grove (2-4, 5-8). North Bend (2-4, 3-7), So. Umpqua (0-6, 5-9). On Thursday, Oct. 1, second half of league season begins: Marshfield at So. Umpqua, Junction City at Marist Catholic, & Elmira at Cottage Grove. Also, in 4A along the Oregon Coast: OR West Conf.: Cascade won at Newport, 3-0. Taft won at Philomath, 3-1. Stayton won at Central, 3-0. Cowapa Lg.: Valley Catholic won at Scappoose, 3-0 & Seaside fell at Tillamook, 3-1. 3A: Far West Lg.: Coquille beat visiting Sutherlin, 3-0. Douglas fell at Brookings-Harbor, 3-1. Glide won at Siuslaw, 3-0. Coquille (7-0, 11-2), St. Mary’s (6-1, 8-4), Glide (5-2, 7-4), Brookings-Harbor (4-3, 6-6), Sutherlin (3-4, 4-10), Illinois Valley (1-6, 3-8), Douglas (1-6, 2-8), Siuslaw (1-6, 2-10). On the North Coast, Coastal Range Lg.: Warrenton won at Neah-Kah-Nie, 3-0. 2A: Sunset Conf.: Bandon fell at Myrtle Pt., 3-0. Gold Beach won at Reedsport, 3-1. Leage standings: Gold Beach (3-1, 14-5), Myrtle Pt. (3-1, 11-2), No. Douglas (3-1, 10-3), Bandon (2-2, 8-4), Oakland (1-3, 5-8), Reedsport (0-4, 3-10). Valley Coast Conf.: Toledo fell at Lowell, 3-0. Waldport lost at East Linn Christian, 3-0. NW League: Nestucca lost at Clatskanie, 3-0. Knappa fell at Faith Bible/Life Christian, 3-2. 1A: Skyline Lg.: Pacific fell at Camas Valley, 3-0. Powers won at New Hope Christian, 3-1.

Prep SC Scores
Prep girls’ soccer scores from Tuesday, Sept. 29 – 4A: OR West Conf.: Cascade won at Newport, 2-0. Taft fell at Philomath, 9-0. Cowapa Lg.: Astoria lost at Banks, 2-0. Tillamook/Neah-Kah-Nie won at Seaside, 1-0. 3A/2A/1A: Far West Lg.: Coquille/Myrtle Pt. fell at Sutherlin, 2-0. Special District 3: Glide lost at Siuslaw, 6-1. Douglas fell at Brookings-Harbor, 6-1. Prep boys’ soccer scores – 4A: OR West Conf.: Newport and Cascade tied, 0-0 at Turner. Philomath won at Taft, 6-2. Cowapa Lg.: Banks won at Astoria, 1-0. Seaside fell at Tillamook/Neah-Kah-Nie, 6-0. 3A: SD3: Sutherlin won at Coquille/Myrtle Pt., 4-0. Lost River/Bonanza beat Siuslaw at Central Pt., 9-1. Douglas fell at Brookings-Harbor, 8-0. 2A/1A: SD3: Umpqua Valley Christian won at Gold Beach, 2-0.

Prep XC
Prep cross-country schedule for Wednesday, Sept. 30 – 4A: Marshfield at Glide.

SWOCC wsc
Southwestern Oregon’s women’s soccer team has an NWAC match at Portland, Wednesday, Sept. 30, noon.