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Sunrise/Sunset, Coos Bay, OR
Coos Bay, OR, Friday, May 22, 2026 – Sunrise: 5:56 a.m., and Sunset: 8:30 p.m., offering 14-hours & 33-minutes of daylight.

Tides Coos Bay, OR
Tides for the Coos Bay, OR Estuary, Friday, May 22, 2026 – Low tide: 12:24 a.m., 2.71 ft.; High tide: 6:09 a.m., 6.67 ft.; Low tide: 1:08 p.m., -0.47 ft.; High tide: 8:03 p.m., 6.18 ft.

CBPL Events
Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay, OR - Pickup/Drop-off Eastside, Friday, May 22 at the Eastside Fire Station, 365 D Street, Coos Bay, 9:00am – 9:30am. Return or pick up library materials every Friday in front of the Eastside Fire Department. Age Bracket: Everyone. Pickup/Drop-off Empire, Friday, May 22 at the Empire Fire Station, 189 S Wall Street, Coos Bay, 10:00am – 10:30am. Pickup or drop-off library materials in front of the Empire Fire Station. Age Bracket: Everyone. Tween Cooking Club with OSU's 4-H, Friday, May 22 in the Myrtlewood Room, 3:00pm – 4:00pm, Ages 10-14. Learn cooking basics in a club geared towards tweens. Come to one or all sessions; sign up required for each session. All supplies provided. Each session will focus on a different recipe or technique. Pizza, Friday, May 22, 3:00pm: Sandwich Rolls & Pizza, Tuesday, June 16, 12:00pm: Breakfast Food. Made possible through OSU Extension and 4-H. Age Bracket: Kids. Club de Lectura, Friday, May 22 in the Cedar Room, 5:00pm – 6:00pm, ¿Disfrutas leer en español? ¡Únete a nuestro club de lectura y comparte tu pasión con otros amantes de los libros! Este 22 de mayo reúnete con nosotros para discutir un libro seleccionado y compartir diferentes puntos de vista. ¡Es una oportunidad para conocer personas con gustos similares y ampliar nuestros horizontes literarios! ¿Qué tipo de libros te gustaría leer? ¿Ficción, no ficción, clásicos o algo más? Nuestro libro del mes de mayo: "Violeta" de Isabel Allende. ¡Esperamos verte! Age Bracket: Teens & Adults. Game Night, Friday, May 22 in the Myrtlewood Room, 6:00pm – 9:00pm. Join us at the library for Game Night! New and experienced gamers (teen-adult) are invited to come join the fun this Friday 6:00pm - 9:00pm in the Myrtlewood Room. We will have snacks and a variety of games from the library's collection to choose from, or attendees are welcome to bring a game to share. Age Bracket: Teens & Adults. Closed for Memorial Day Weekend. Saturday, May 23 – Monday, May 25. The library will be closed Saturday, May 23 through Monday, May 25 in observation of Memorial Day weekend. Normal opening hours will resume on Tuesday, May 26. Age Bracket: Everyone. Ongoing Programs: CBPL Community Fridge Volunteers Needed; Ark Project Food Drive. Sneak Peek: Gardening Boot Camp.

Cooking Club at the Coos Bay Public Library
CBPL release - This spring, the Coos Bay Public Library is teaming up with Oregon State University’s Extension Program to offer a monthly cooking club for teens and tweens ages 10-14. Upcoming sessions for the program are: • Sandwich Rolls and Sushi-Friday, May 22, 3:00pm; • Breakfast Foods-Tuesday, June 16, 12pm. Each session will focus on a different cooking skill and will feature a practical, hands-on activity; teens can attend one or all sessions. The program is free but pre-registration is required. Participants can register on the library’s website at www.coosbaylibrary.org or by calling the library at (541) 269-1101 x3606. The program is being offered by the Oregon State University Extension Service’s 4-H program. Oregon State University Extension Service partners with local communities to provide trusted expertise and science-based knowledge to address critical issues and help every Oregonian thrive. The Coos County Extension Office is based in Myrtle Point and offers a wide range of programming throughout the year for all ages, including outreach with the Food Hero program, food preservation, gardening, and support for 4-H. To find out more about programs at the Coos Bay Public Library, visit the Coos Bay. Public Library’s website at www.coosbaylibrary.org.

NBPL Events
North Bend Public Library, 1800 Sherman Ave., North Bend, OR - Library LEGO® Club (Ages 5-12), Friday, May 22 at 2:00 PM. Use your creativity to create amazing LEGO® masterpieces. Library LEGO® Club is on the fourth Friday of every month. Toddler Time (Toddlers), Fridays in May at 10:30 AM (No program May 29) Enjoy a rotation of interactive stories, simple STEAM activities, sensory exploration, & open play for toddlers ages 3 and under.

CTE Summer Academy Sessions
Additional information about each academy session is provided below. SWOCC release - Agroecology: “From Seed to Table” with Maria Farinacci, Assistant Professor of Agroecology, June 15 & June 17 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Middle & high school students | Attend one or both sessions. Ever wonder where your food actually comes from, or what it takes to grow it in a world facing climate change, population growth, and shrinking farmland? In this fast-paced, hands-on lab, students won't just hear about the future of agriculture. They’ll dig into it. This isn't your average lecture. Students will spend real time working with soil, seeds, and living plants. They’ll learn why healthy soil is one of the most complex and underrated ecosystems on Earth. We're talking billions of microorganisms in a single handful of soil, and they're the reason any of us eat at all. In this workshop, students will: Explore the science of plant biology, from germination and photosynthesis to nutrient cycles and soil chemistry. Experiment with sustainable growing techniques used by real-world farmers and food scientists, including composting, companion planting, and water-efficient irrigation. Discover how horticulture intersects with cutting-edge fields like environmental science, and urban planning. Taste and test produce grown right on campus…because the best science experiments are the ones you can eat! Why does this matter? By 2050, the world will need to produce 50% more food to feed a growing population — all while using less land, less water, and fewer chemicals. The people solving that problem are studying exactly what students explore in this lab. Whether students are interested in biology, environmental science, engineering, business, or simply figuring out what they want to do, sustainable agriculture sits at the intersection of it all. Paramedicine with Julie Ryan, Paramedicine Program Faculty Director, June 15–17 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, Middle & high school students | 8?students max | Designed as a three?day series. The paramedicine track gives students a rare chance to learn real emergency medical skills in a fun, supportive environment. Each day will feature different hands?on skills, building toward a friendly, skills?based competition on the final day. Students will train inside the ambulance simulator, practicing procedures in a realistic moving ambulance environment that is consistently described as one of the most exciting parts of the program. This session is intended for students who can participate all three days, due to the progressive skill?building structure. Columbia Pacific Maritime **High School Only** Session, June 15–17 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM, High school students | Full three?day experience. The Columbia Pacific Maritime session offers high school students a three?day, hands?on introduction to the maritime industry, blending career exploration with real seamanship and marine science. Students will learn about local and global maritime careers, practice essential deck skills, and spend a field?trip day at the Charleston Marine Life Center exploring tide pools and touring the University of Oregon’s research vessels. The final day immerses students in navigation, watchstanding, and vessel operations, giving them a realistic look at life on the bridge and the skills mariners use every day. This session is designed as a cohesive three?day experience, with students participating as a group throughout the full program. For more information about this event, please contact Krystal Hopper Meyers, LIFT Project Administrator at [email protected]. To learn more about programs offered at SWOCC, check out the Pathways & Degrees page: https://www.socc.edu/programs-classes/pathways-degrees/

Quakes
A couple of earthquakes were recorded in Northern California, one at the end of the two fault lines that run parallel with the Oregon Coast, the other on the northside of Cape Mendocino. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 3.9-magnitude quake was located west of Petrolia, CA, and an on land quakes, east of Cutten, CA, registered 2.5-magnitude.

Recreational Boaters: Get Ready to Launch, Prepare for Play
OR State Marine Board release - Oregon’s waterways are therapeutic, no matter the activity. For mental health, physical fitness, angling, and spending time with friends and family. That is why recreational boating is one of the best ways to create memories. The Oregon State Marine Board advocates that all boaters be aware of their surroundings while on the water, have all the required safety gear, and ensure others know their recreation plans in case of an incident. “Part of the boating experience is planning ahead, preparation of all the necessary gear, and ensuring your boat is ready for the water,” says Brian Paulsen, Boating Safety Manager for the Oregon State Marine Board. “And most importantly, wearing a properly fitted life jacket while boating should be at the top of everyone’s minds.” The Marine Board has many resources to help boaters have a safe and enjoyable experience on all of Oregon’s waterways. The agency advises boaters to take the time to plan, including learning how to use the Marine Board’s interactive Boat Oregon Online Map. The map displays public boat ramps, local rules for boat operations and other information about a facility, like the facility owner and amenities. Make sure to check the weather forecast, water levels, and tides. Additionally, see if there are any reported waterway obstructions using the agency’s obstructions dashboard map. Boaters can also check the Marine Board’s website to find out what equipment is required based on the size and type of boat. The Marine Board would like to remind ALL boaters and their passengers to: Boat Sober. Abstain from consuming marijuana, drugs, or alcohol, which impair judgment, reaction time, and coordination and contribute to dehydration. Boating demands sharp situational awareness. Pay attention to your surroundings and enlist the help of passengers to keep a lookout as well. All children 12 and under are required to wear a life jacket when underway on all boats (motorized and non-motorized). All boaters operating in Class III and higher-rated whitewater rivers are required to wear a life jacket. Be courteous to other boaters and share the waterway. Stage your gear in the parking lot or staging area regardless of your boat type. This makes launching faster and everyone around you happier. In Oregon, all motorboat operators with propulsion greater than 10 horsepower must take a boating safety course and carry a boating safety education card when operating the boat. Paddlers of non-motorized boats (kayaks, canoes, rafts, stand up paddleboards and their inflatable versions) are required to purchase a Waterway Access Permit. The Marine Board also offers a free, online Paddling Course (also available in Spanish) for boaters new to paddling activities. Fill out a float plan and leave it with friends and family. This way, they can call for help if you are overdue. This information and more can be found at Boat.Oregon.gov. Use the search bar for the fastest content results. May is traditionally the month recreational boating starts to pick up. Governor Kotek acknowledges how vital boating safety outreach is for educating visitors and Oregonians about safe boating and water recreation practices, aiming to decrease preventable deaths. May 16-22, 2026, has officially been proclaimed National Safe Boating Week. The agency also invites boating and water enthusiasts to check out its “Welcome to the Water” flagship video, showing Oregon’s abundance and diversity of boating opportunities around the state.

Plan ahead for summer travel, including wildfire prevention, across Oregon
ODOT release - SALEM -- Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer travel season in Oregon, with more people heading to the coast, mountains and destinations across the state. Summer often brings busier travel, more construction, and increased wildfire and smoke impacts across the state. Safe summer trips start before you leave home. “Summer in Oregon means road trips, recreation and exploring everything our state has to offer,” ODOT Interim Director Lisa Sumption said. “It also means more traffic, more construction work and greater wildfire danger. A little planning and attention behind the wheel can make a big difference in keeping everyone safe.” Travel safely during wildfire season - Hot, dry summer conditions can turn a single spark into a fast-moving wildfire. Vehicle-related fires are a concern during wildfire season, making simple prevention especially important for summer travelers. Wildfires and smoke can also create dangerous driving conditions, including poor visibility, sudden traffic changes and unexpected road closures. Drivers can help reduce fire risk by: Never throwing cigarettes or other flammable materials from a vehicle. Making sure parts like mufflers or trailer chains are secure and not dragging, which can create sparks. Checking tire pressure, wheel bearing lubrication and worn brakes to avoid metal-on-metal contact. Parking only on gravel or developed pull-outs, where hot exhaust systems are less likely to ignite dry grass. If you encounter smoke, slow down and increase following distance. Turn on your headlights using low beams, since high beams can make visibility worse, and keep windows closed with your vehicle’s air system set to recirculate. Stay alert for emergency responders, stopped vehicles and changing traffic patterns. If visibility becomes unsafe, pull off the road only when you can do so safely and well clear of travel lanes. Smoke and wildfire activity can change quickly and lead to sudden road closures. Check conditions before you leave and during your trip, and consider delaying travel if visibility is poor. Travelers can find additional wildfire prevention information from Keep Oregon Green and the Oregon Department of Forestry. Travel smart: plan ahead and be prepared - Summer is one of the busiest construction and maintenance seasons for Oregon highways. Crews will be repairing roads, preserving bridges, striping highways, clearing vegetation and responding to incidents statewide. Conditions can also vary dramatically across Oregon, even in summer. Before and during your trip: Use TripCheck.com for road conditions, traffic cameras, incidents, construction impacts and delay information. Check weather forecasts, especially for heat, smoke or summer storms. Pack water, medications, snacks and emergency supplies in case your journey lasts longer than you expected. Fuel up or charge before traveling, especially through remote areas or over mountain passes. Leave extra travel time, especially on holiday weekends. Slow down in work zones, move over for flashing lights, and put your phone away so you can stay alert. Consider public transportation, ridesharing or carpooling to reduce congestion, lower travel costs and make the journey less stressful. Public transportation options like POINT bus service and Amtrak Cascades can be a great alternative to driving for some trips. It costs $5 to book your bike on Amtrak, and you can bring your bike on POINT for free, though space is limited. Drivers can expect two major closures on I-5 in Portland this year, an overnight full closure of I-5 in July and a closure of all southbound lanes of I-5 in the Rose Quarter for up to five weeks in mid-September. To learn more about the Rose Quarter project and related traffic impacts, sign up for alerts. Share the road - Summer means more motorcycles, bicyclists, pedestrians, farm equipment and travelers unfamiliar with local roads. Sharing the road safely means staying sober, avoiding distractions, following posted speed limits and wearing your seatbelt. Give extra space to motorcycles and people biking or walking, and remember that people on bicycles may use the full lane to avoid obstacles, narrow roads or drop-off shoulders. Patience goes a long way, especially in heavy traffic. Whether you're headed across town or across the state, your choices behind the wheel help protect everyone on the road.

Digital 12-month Parking at State Parks
OPRD release - (SALEM, Ore.) – Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (ORPD) is offering digital 12-month parking permits starting May 21. For the same price as a physical parking permit – $60 for in-state residents and $75 for out-of-state residents – you can always have your parking permit with you. “The digital parking permit check one more item off your packing list,” said Deputy Director JR Collier. “This is a modern, convenient and accessible way to visit Oregon’s state parks.” Both daily and 12-month digital parking permits will be available on the Oregon State Parks website starting May 21. Some parks also have signs with QR codes that link to the website. Digital permits can also be ordered by phone at 1-800-452-5687. The phone line is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PST. You can register up to two license plates under your 12-month digital parking permit. No proof of permit is required to park; your registered license plate is your permit. These permits are good for 365 days from the purchase date at all Oregon State Park day-use parking lots. You will get a reminder by email 30 days before the permit expires. If you’ve already purchased a physical 12-month parking permit, it is still valid until it expires. You cannot exchange a physical permit for a digital one.

Blue whale skeleton display at Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport is now available for public viewing
By Michelle Klampe, OSU release - NEWPORT, Ore. – Visitors to the Oregon Coast this holiday weekend can be among the first to view the completed display of a 70-foot blue whale skeleton that was assembled over the last week at Oregon State University’s Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport. The whale washed up dead on a beach near Gold Beach, Oregon, in 2015. At the time, leaders of OSU’s Marine Mammal Institute recognized a rare opportunity to turn an unfortunate loss into a resource for learning and discovery. Over the last 10 years, they have worked to bring the project to fruition with the help of donors and a Canadian company hired to lead the preservation and display effort. “The impact of the finished display is powerful and humbling. It will inspire everyone who sees it,” said Lisa T. Ballance, director of the Marine Mammal Institute and interim associate vice president for marine research operations and executive director of Hatfield Marine Science Center. “All are welcome to visit Hatfield in person and stand in the presence of this magnificent animal.” The blue whale skeleton at Hatfield Marine Science Center is one of only a handful of such skeletons available for public viewing in North America, and the only one between Vancouver, British Columbia, and the San Francisco Bay area. Blue whales – the largest animals ever to live – are endangered. Because they live primarily in the deep ocean, they are rarely visible to the public and tend to sink when they die. A three-person crew from Alberta, Canada-based Dinosaur Valley Studios assembled the 5,500-pound skeleton on a steel support frame, installing many of the 180 individual bones one at a time. The entire process was captured on live web cameras and in a series of time-lapse videos. Updated landscaping and permanent signage will be added to the display in the coming weeks, but visitors to the coast can see the skeleton now. It is in the courtyard of the Gladys Valley Marine Studies Building and is a short walk from the Hatfield Marine Science Center’s visitor center, a public educational center that features exhibits and hands-on activities focused on ocean life, marine research and innovation. Business hours at the Hatfield Marine Science Center campus are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday except holidays. The visitor center is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, including Memorial Day. The ramp at the Gladys Valley Marine Studies Building is open from dawn to dusk daily. For more information on the project, visit: beav.es/bones.

Forest Trust Land Advisory Committee
OR Dept. of Forestry release - SALEM, Ore. — The Forest Trust Land Advisory Committee meets virtually at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 22. To join, please use the Zoom video conference information found on the agenda. Agenda items will include: Discussion of changes to draft Western Oregon State Forests Management Plan; FTLAC upcoming meetings. Public comment is scheduled at the beginning of the meeting. To submit written comment, email [email protected]. Written comments sent at least 48 hours before the meeting will give the FTLAC time to review and consider information. Comments submitted after that window of time will be sent to the FTLAC after the meeting, entered into the record and posted online. Comments are not accepted after the meeting concludes. The Forest Trust Land Advisory Committee is comprised of seven county commissioners representing 15 Oregon counties where state forestlands are located. The FTLAC is a statutorily established committee that advises the Board of Forestry on matters related to forestland managed by ODF. View more information on the FTLAC webpage. Accommodations for people with disabilities, and special materials, services, or assistance can be arranged by calling at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting at 503-945-7200 or by email at [email protected].

Warrant
According to an entry on the CQPD log for May 20, 10:49 a.m., 155 No. Adams St., Coquille, Coos Co. Community Corrections, 48-year old Chandra Michelle Ladd-Lincoln arrested on Douglas Co. warrant charging FTA on Public Order Crimes.

Warrant
According to an entry on the CQPD log for May 20, 8:11 p.m., 101 W. 5th St., Lane Co. Jail, Eugene, “warrant serviced by Lane County Jail,” on 50-year old Alan Courtney Eisele arrested on CQPD warrant charging FTA on Criminal Mischief II.

DWS
According to an entry on the CQPD log for May 20, 10:13 p.m., Baxter & 3rd, “traffic stop,” 41-year old Brandon Allen Koser charged with Driving While Suspended or Revoked, “Koser lodged CCJ.”

Illegal Camping, CQ
According to an entry on the CQPD log for May 21, 3:18 a.m., 115 No. Birch St., Coquille Community Center, “illegal camping.”

Illegal Camping, NB
According to an entry on the NBPD log for May 20, 9:10 a.m., 2000 block Cedar Ct., “illegal camping.” At 10:06 a.m., Newmark & Bottle Drop, “illegal camping.” At 4:19 p.m., 2200 block Cedar St., “illegal camping.”

Illegal Camping, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for May 20, 6:48 a.m., 2nd Ct. Alley & Curtis, “illegal camping.” At 6:51 a.m., 200 block So. 2nd St., “illegal camping.” At 11:34 a.m., end of Fulton Ave., “illegal camping.” At 11:33 p.m., Disc Golf Course, “illegal camping.”

Assault, Domestic
According to an entry on the CBPD log for May 20, 7:12 a.m., 200 block E. Johnson Ave., Lucky Logger, “result of dispute,” 43-year old Gary Wayne Sipe charged with Assault IV-Domestic Felony, “Sipe lodged CCJ.”

Burglary
According to an entry on the CBPD log for May 20, 10:44 a.m., 800 block Pacific Ave., “burglary.”

Criminal Trespass
According to an entry on the CBPD log for May 20, 2:50 p.m., Coos Bay Public Library, 39-year old Don William Boyd charged with Criminal Trespass II, “Boyd lodged CCJ.”

Unlawful Vehicle, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for May 20, 3:17 p.m., Stillwater Dr., “unlawful vehicle.”

Criminal Trespass
According to an entry on the CBPD log for May 20, 5:25 p.m., 500 block So. 4th St., 65-year old Ronald Sly Rickman charged with Criminal Trespass II, “Rickman lodged CCJ.”

Theft
According to an entry on the CBPD log for May 20, 6:53 p.m., 500 block No. 2nd St., “theft from vehicle.”

UEMV
According to an entry on the CBPD log for May 20, 7:38 p.m., 230 E. Johnson Ave., Safeway, “unlawful entry into MV.”

WX
A Small Craft Advisory along the South Oregon Coast. Cloud skies this morning with some fog. Highs in the low 60s and winds from the North at 15-25 mph. Cloudy skies tonight with lows in the low 50s and winds from the North at 10-20 mph. Cloudy skies on Saturday, then partly cloudy later in the day with highs in the low to mid 60s and winds from the North at 15-25 mph.

Sports

Prep TN
The North Bend girls’ tennis double team of Olivia Smith and Grace Clark won their opening match at the OSAA/OnPoint Community Credit Union State 4A/3A/2A/1A State Championships at Oregon State University, Corvallis. The duo beat a team from Riverside, 6-1, 6-1. Next up today, Friday, May 22, is a match with Ella Nieskins and Ellie Seals, of Vale in Round 2. North Bend’s Amelia Peck opens singles play today, Friday, May 22, against Liz Timm, Baker/Powder Valley.

Bandon Boys win Fourth State Golf Title
Bandon HS release - The Bandon Tigers brought it home and placed 1st at the OSAA State Tournament! What an incredible season filled with hard work, determination, and heart. We couldn’t be more proud of these athletes, coaches, and everyone who supported the team along the way. Thank you to our families, fans, and community for standing behind the Tigers every step of the journey! Congratulations, Tigers — your hometown is proud!

Prep SB Scores
Prep softball scores from Thursday, May 21 – 4A: OR West Conf. – Newport lost at Cascade, 14-1 (6). Cowapa Lg. – Tillamook fell at St. Helens, 15-0 (5). 3A: Non-league – Warrenton lost at Yamhill-Carlton, 5-0.

Prep SB Schedules
Prep softball schedules for Friday, May 22 – 4A: Junction City at Marshfield, 3 & 5p. Cottage Grove/Yoncalla at North Bend/Reedsport, 3 & 5p.

Prep BB Scores
Prep baseball scores from Thursday, May 21 – 4A: SkyEm Lg. – Junction City swept two at Marshfield, 6-4 & 6-3. Cottage Grove lost two at North Bend, 16-0 & 13-3, both in five-innings. OR West Conf. – Cascade won at Newport, 9-5. Cowapa Lg. – St. Helens lost at Tillamook, 9-0. 3A: Non-league – Taft won at Kennedy, 2-0. Sutherlin won at Myrtle Pt., 5-3. 2A/1A: Glendale won at Reedsport, 9-3.

Prep TR
Prep track district track meets are set this weekend. In the 4A – SkyEm Lg., both Marshfield and North Bend head to Junction City, Friday & Saturday. Pacific & Powers at the 1A-SD2 District, McKenzie HS. Bandon, Gold Beach, Reedsport, Myrtle Pt. all at the 2A-SD3 meet at Umpqua Community College, Winchester. Brookings-Harbor & Coquille at the 3A-SD2 Meet, Phoenix HS. Newport is at the 4A-3 Meet, OR West Conf. at Stayton HS.

UO BB
At the Big 10 Conference Baseball Tournament, Oregon (38-15) takes on Washington (25-31), Friday, May 22, 7p, at Omaha, Nebraska, televised on BTN.

Seattle Mariners
The Seattle Mariners (24-27) open a MLB series at Kansas City (20-30), Friday, May 22, 4:40p, televised on Mariners.TV.