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Sunrise/Sunset, Coos Bay, OR
Coos Bay, OR, Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025 – Sunrise: 7:38 a.m., and Sunset: 4:40 p.m., offering nine-hours and two-minutes of daylight.

Tides for the Coos Bay, OR Estuary
Tides for the Coos Bay, OR Estuary, Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025 – High tide: 6:06 a.m., 6.78 ft.; Low tide: 11:41 a.m., 3.05 ft.; High tide: 5:17 p.m., 6.64 ft.

Quake
A large earthquake was recorded off the Central Oregon Coast, Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the quake was located near the outer fault line of the two that run parallel with the Oregon Coast, west of Lincoln Co., at a depth of six-miles.

Oregon Dungeness Crab Commission
Charleston Fishing Families release - December 7 at 4:58?PM. Hello there Fishermen and Fisherwomen from Coos, Curry and Douglas Counties - if you need a commercial fishing license these are the dates and times we will be open. If you are not available at those time please text 541-297-9353 or 541-294-6239 or email [email protected] for more information. Please note: Must have Oregon Address and Phone; Current Position on a Boat; Be able to provide Contact information for your Captain or Boat Owner. Charleston Fishing Families Office, 63480 Crosline Rd., Charleston. Text if question: (541) 297-9353 or (541) 294-6239.

WBC Forum
The Bay Area Chamber of Commerce Wednesday Business Connection (WBC) Forum takes place at 11:30 a.m., East Salmon Room, KoKwel Resort, North Bend. Program: Scott Stewart from New Friends of Coos Bay.

MHS Winter Band Concert
A Winter Band Concert will be held inside the Marshfield Auditorium, tonight, Wednesday, Dec. 10, 7 p.m.

North Bend Main Street: Christmas on Main Recap
City of North Ben release - North Bend Main Street and the City of North Bend hosted the fourth annual Christmas on Main this past weekend, offering a festive and memorable experience for residents and visitors. Community members enjoyed Waffles with Santa, Story Time with Mrs. Claus, free ice skating, the Hot Cocoa Crawl, a holiday block party with nonprofit booths, holiday crafts, visits with Santa, the annual tree lighting ceremony, and a lighted Christmas parade. The event continues to grow as a beloved community tradition. The City and North Bend Main Street thank all who participated, volunteered, sponsored, and attended. A photo recap is available on the City of North Bend and North Bend Main Street social media pages. Event by the numbers: 309 — Waffles with Santa; 181 — Story Time with Mrs. Claus; 321 — Ice skating (sponsored by Ziply); 455+ — Hot Cocoa Crawl (sponsored by Northwest Natural); 400 children (plus families) — Holiday Block Party; 400+ — Tree Lighting; 52 vehicles — Lighted Christmas Parade; 1,131 tickets — “Little Ole Christmas Opry” at the Liberty Theatre, home of Little Theatre on the Bay.

Mogan Foundation grant powers Diesel Technology training at Southwestern
SWOCC release - Coos Bay, OR — The Judith Ann Mogan Foundation awarded an $80,000 grant to Southwestern Oregon Community College Foundation to support construction of a new Diesel Mechanic Technology building. This investment will help the College expand workforce training for students pursuing careers in diesel mechanics and heavy equipment maintenance. “For more than a decade, local industry partners have told us they need trained diesel mechanics,” said Foundation Chairman Arnie Roblan. “With the right people, at a critical time and with strong business support, we are going to make a local training program a reality.” That’s why the SWOCC Foundation and the College are partnering to raise $1 million to construct the new Diesel Technology building, aiming for completion in fall 2026 on the Coos Bay campus. Diesel mechanics are in high demand across Oregon. The state projects nearly 430 annual job openings over the next eight years, but training programs graduate only enough newly trained diesel mechanics to fill a third of those jobs. This facility will help close that gap by preparing more students to move into diesel mechanic jobs locally. The new diesel shop will provide expanded lab and classroom space equipped with industry-standard diagnostic and repair tools. Students will gain practical training in the technologies used by employers in transportation, manufacturing, global trade and natural resource industries across Oregon and the Pacific Northwest. “The new diesel mechanic program aligns with the Judith Ann Mogan Foundation priority of supporting business and economic development here in the South Coast. The program provides new opportunities for our high school graduates and individuals looking to change careers by training the next generation of mechanics, ensuring long-term availability of these types of services locally,” said Executive Director Marjorie Crook. In September, 30-year diesel industry expert and business owner Terry Cheyne stepped in to lead the program in a temporary shop with 9 students currently enrolled. To support the program and get ready for the new shop, regional businesses have donated more than $200,000 in equipment. “A lot of people think teaching diesel technology is just about engines. It is much more that – it’s about building confidence, skills and a future for every student who walks into my classroom,” Cheyne said. “I believe in being straightforward because in this industry, clarity and precision matter.” The Diesel Mechanic Technology building is part of SWOCC’s larger commitment to invest in career-technical education programs that meet local workforce needs and open doors for students into high-demand, stable careers. “Our region depends on skilled trades professionals,” said Dr. Patty Scott, Southwestern President. “In a rural, isolated area like ours, industries that rely on diesel technology are vital to our economy. By expanding this program, we’re helping local employers remain competitive while preparing students for high-skilled, well-paying careers.” To learn more about the Diesel Technology at SWOCC, visit www.socc.edu/dieselmechanic.

CBPL Events
Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay, OR - Storytime, Wednesday, December 10 in the Myrtlewood Room, 10:00am – 10:30am. 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! Community Zumba, Wednesday, December 10 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!

NBPD Receives Federal Grants
City of North Bend release - NORTH BEND (Oregon) — The North Bend Police Department has been awarded a $125,000 federal grant through the Community Oriented Policing Services, or COPS, Hiring Program to help fund a new narcotics investigator position focused on illegal drug activity and related crime. “This grant allows us to put more focused resources on combating illegal drug activity and the crimes that come with it,” North Bend Police Chief Cal Mitts said. “It’s a significant investment in the safety and wellbeing of North Bend.” The hiring process for the new position will begin soon. Residents are invited to learn more about the grant and other department initiatives during an upcoming Coffee with a Cop event. Coffee with a Cop will be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025, at Black Anchor Coffee House, 3077 Broadway Ave. Free house coffee will be available. “Coffee with a Cop is a relaxed way for residents to meet our command staff and officers, ask questions, share concerns and talk about public safety in a casual setting,” Mitts said. Attendees will also have an opportunity to see police vehicles up close and get to know the officers who serve the North Bend community. The event is open to all members of the public.

The Systemic Criminalization of Mental Illness in Oregon
OP/ED article by: Coos Co. Commissioner Drew Farmer - I want to be clear as I go into this article, which will be critical, that my critiques are not of the line staff, not of the medical professionals, and no one between the ranks of CNA to Doctor. These folks strive every day to make do in a broken system. My critiques are of leadership, and some of those being across multiple administrations given the length of Oregon’s ongoing mental health crisis. The issues at hand belong to persons of higher decision-making authority, to exactly which level down from the governor I do not know. But, without the acknowledgement of what’s broken we will struggle to repair it. I believe there is a component of policy within Oregon’s mental health system where the deferment of liabilities is overtaking humane policy. Running numbers on easily available public data, I am inclined to believe that the state has taken efforts systemically and over time to push the mentally ill into the criminal justice system due to it being cheaper to maintain and often a burden upon lower levels of government more so than upon the state. An article from OPB from 2025, “How Oregon’s laws on forcing mental health treatment could change this year”, reflects an average civil commitment bed cost of around $1,777.78 per day; by contrast, a DOC (Oregon Department of Corrections) fact sheet shows an AIC (Adult in Custody) cost of $173.88 per day. Running those numbers, a bed in prison versus in care saves the state around $1,603.90 per day per person. Of additional note, the cost to the state only applies under the criminal justice system if the individual commits a crime which yields a sentence exceeding one year. If the crime is sentenced at a year or less then the individual is lodged in county jail where the cost is fully borne by the local government. We can see that the state has a financial incentive to criminalize mental illness. We can also see where this backfires; as of the start of December, the Oregon State Hospital has paid roughly $1.4 million in contempt fines since June. This is due to a lack of capacity to process even those mentally ill who yet need to stand trial, placing the liability squarely back in the hands of the state. And that problem brings us to a key contention between the state and counties; the CFAA agreement. In this agreement, overflow from the state hospital will become the responsibility of counties. Despite the state’s insistence by officials that these fines cannot be passed onto counties due to a federal ruling, the other hand of the state is actively appealing that ruling so that it can pass fines along. Additionally, the new contract removes, “subject to availability of funds”. While the issue of the state criminalizing mental illness to avoid footing the bill for care is a long-standing one, we can see present leadership continuing efforts to do the same.

SAR for Missing Springfield Male, Lane Co.
On December 6th at 9 p.m., Lane County Sheriff’s deputies were notified that Erik Everardo Aguilar-Cisneros, 32, of Springfield, had gone missing while mushroom picking with several friends. The group had been in the area of Hadsall Creek Road, south of Mapleton. Deputies and detectives responded to investigate, and Lane County Sheriff’s Search & Rescue (SAR) began an intensive search of the area. SAR deputies and volunteers have continued searching each day and into the night, employing ground searchers, K9s, and drones. The terrain in the area is extremely rugged, often requiring the use of ropes to access drainages. Aguilar-Cisneros is described as a Hispanic male, 5’11” tall, weighing 220 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. He was last known to be wearing a black raincoat, black rain pants, and a black-and-red baseball hat. While investigators believe he is lost in the area, anyone with information is asked to contact the Lane County Sheriff’s Office at 541-682-4150 option 1.

Hwy. 99 Fatal, Jackson Co.
Jackson County, Ore. (Dec. 9, 2025)- On Sunday, December 7, 2025, at 6:13 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a vehicle versus pedestrian crash on Highway 99 (Rogue River Highway), near milepost 7, in Jackson County. The preliminary investigation indicated a southbound Hyundai Elantra, operated by Bobbie Rae Stinson-Payne of Grants Pass, struck a pedestrian, Jarrod Edward Garwood (43) of Rogue River, as the pedestrian was pushing a go-kart on the highway. The Hyundai fled the scene and the operator later contacted law enforcement to report their involvement. The pedestrian (Garwood) was declared deceased at the scene. An occupant of the go-kart, James Eric Johannes (41) of Grants Pass, suffered reported minor injuries. The operator of the Hyundai (Stinson-Payne) and passenger, Dillon Edward Gasser (33) of Grants Pass, were reportedly uninjured. The operator of the Hyundai (Stinson-Payne) was arrested for Failure to Perform Duties of a Driver, Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants, and Manslaughter 1. The highway was impacted for approximately five hours during the on-scene investigation. The crash is under investigation. OSP was assisted by the Rogue River Police Department, Rogue River Fire District 1, Grants Pass Fire Rescue, and ODOT.

Warrant
According to an entry on the CQPD log for Dec. 8, 9:37 a.m., 200 block No. Central Blvd., “result of person stop,” 57-year old Joseph Albert Norris charged with FTA on Resisting Arrest & Criminal Trespass II, “Norris transported to CCJ.”

UEMV
According to an entry on the CQPD log for Dec. 8, 3:54 p.m., 2nd & Adams, “unlawful entry into MV.”

Illegal Camping, NB
According to an entry on the NBPD log for Dec. 8, 7:34 a.m., 1800 block Union Ave., “illegal camping.” At 8:35 p.m., Union Ave., “illegal camping.”

Rape
According to an entry on the NBPD log for Dec. 8, 7:50 a.m., Newmark & Sherman, Boynton Park, “rape.”

Burglary
According to an entry on the NBPD log for Dec. 8, 8:38 p.m., 2100 block Connecticut, “Burglary.”

Criminal Trespass
According to an entry on the NBPD log for Dec. 8, 11:33 p.m., 1600 block Viginia Ave., “result of suspicious subject,” 41-year old Cristina Lynn Lewis charged with Criminal Trespass II, “arrested and transported CCJ.”

Wanted
According to an entry on the NBPD log for Dec. 9, 2:04 a.m., 3201 Tremon Ave., KoKwel Casino, “result of persons contact,” 40-year old Jennifer Myrle Peachey arrested on CBPD warrant charging FTA on Theft II & Criminal Trespass II, “arrested and transported CCJ.”

Illegal Camping, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Dec. 8, 7:42 a.m., 3rd & Anderson, “illegal camping.” At 10:43 a.m., So. Front St., & Johnson, “illegal camping.”

Criminal Trespass
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Dec. 8, 10:49 a.m., 1775 Thompson Rd., BAH, “result of trespass,” 35-year old William Vernon Emery charged with Criminal Trespass II, “Emery cited in lieu of custody.”

Unlawful Vehicle, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Dec. 8, 1:42 p.m., 1400 block Myrtle Ave., “unlawful vehicle.”

Warrant service
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Dec. 8, 3:42 p.m., 700 block Newmark Ave., “CBPD serves 2 warrants,” on 50-year old Ryn Layton Cox charging FTA on Harassment, Resisting Arrest, ENT; and, FTA on Failure to Appear II, “Cox transported to CCJ.”

UEMV
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Dec. 8, 5:29 p.m., 180 W. Ingersoll, Bergers Top Service, “unlawful entry into MV.”

Theft
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Dec. 8, 5:58 p.m., 700 block Ferguson Ave., “theft from vehicle.”

WX
A Small Craft Advisory along the South Oregon Coast. Cloudy skies today with a slight chance of rain and highs in the upper 50s with winds out of the South to Southwest at 5-10 mph. Cloudy tonight, expect mist and reduced visibilities at times, lows around 50 and winds light and variable. Considerable clouds on Thursday, some decrease later in the day. Highs in the low 60s and winds light and variable.

Sports

Prep gbxb Scores
Prep girls’ basketball scores from Tuesday, Dec. 9 – 4A: Marist Catholic fell at Philomath, 47-27. Newport lost at Elmira, 39-29. Sweet Home lost at Cottage Grove, 52-20. 3A: Coquille won at Days Ck., 60-20. Bandon beat visiting North Valley, 44-23. Brookings-Harbor won at Gold Beach, 65-21. 2A: Powers won at Myrtle Pt. 53-33. Alsea lost at Waldport, 40-38. Toledo won at Chemawa, 51-22.

Prep gbxb Schedules
Prep girls’ basketball schedules for Wednesday, Dec. 10: 3A – Neah-Kah-Nie at Nestucca, 6p. Taft at Harrisburg, 6p. 2A – Knappa at Naselle (WA), 6p. Gold Beach at Pacific, 6p. Toledo at Santiam, 5:30p

Prep bbxb Scores
Prep boys’ basketball scores from Tuesday, Dec. 9 – 4A: Sweet Home won at Cottage Grove, 66-32. Newport won at Elmira, 70-45. 3A: Coquille fell at Days Ck., 78-54. Reedsport lost at Siuslaw, 53-45. Brookings-Harbor won at Gold Beach, 55-46. 2A: Powers at Myrtle Pt. cancelled. Alsea fell at Waldport, 45-37. Toledo won at Chemawa, 86-39.

Prep bbxb Schedules
Prep boys’ basketball schedules for Wednesday, Dec. 10: 3A – Neah-Kah-Nie at Nestucca, 7:30p. Taft at Harrisburg, 7:30p. 2A – Gold Beach at Pacific, 7:30p. Toledo at Santiam, 7p. Knappa at Naselle (WA), 7:30p.

Prep wr
Prep wrestling for Wednesday, Dec. 10: North Bend at Sutherlin, 6p. Siuslaw Kickoff Duals, Florence, 4:30p.

All State FB
Marshfield was well represented on the Oregonian/OregonLive’s Class 4A All-State teams for the recently completed 2025 prep season. North Bend had four positions with three players. Out of the 28-coaches in the 4A Classification, 24 participated. First Team Offensive Line: Skylar Folau, Jr. First Team Linebacker, Kaleb Fox, Sr. First Team Defensive Back, Brody Ramey, Sr. Second Team Offense, Quarterback, Enoch Niblett, Sr. Second Team Defense, Defensive Line, Jamison Batdorff, Sr. Third Team Offense, Running Back, Kaleb Fox, Sr. Third Team Wide Receiver, Lane Olsen, Sr. Third Team Wide Receiver, Hadyn Widdicombe, Sr. Third Team Offensive Line, Jamison Batdorff, Sr. Third Team Defense, Defensive Line, Skylar Folau, Jr. Honorable Mention offense, Running Back, Jackson Swanson, North Bend, Sr. HM Offensive Line, Center Bryson Harvey, Sr. Kick Return, Luc Frey, Sr. HM Defensive Line, Kaleb Delph, NB, Jr. HM Linebacker, Hunter Christensen, NB, Jr. HM Defensive Back, Jackson Swanson, NB, Sr. HM Defensive Back, Junior Whitmer, Jr.