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A reminder to use caution as our community navigates winter weather. Featured News by Lincoln County Sheriff
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12/19/2025

Watch Tyran Stokes, Rainier Beach vs. Garfield Washington high school basketball live Featured News by Oregon Today News
The defending 3A state champion Rainier Beach Vikings 4-0 3-0 will put their perfect recor... More

12/19/2025

Watch Alabama vs Oklahoma in the 2025 College Football Playoff First Round game Featured News by Oregon Today News
The 2025 College Football Playoffs get underway tonight when the No 9-ranked Alabama Crims... More

12/19/2025

Portland’s planned Center for Black Student Excellence draws federal discrimination complaint Featured News by Oregon Today News
A national nonprofit that works to root out what it calls liberal indoctrination at school... More

12/19/2025

Did Trump make Christmas Eve a permanent federal holiday? What his order means Featured News by Oregon Today News
While some Americans may have more days off over the holiday heres what to know about the ... More

12/19/2025

CCSO’s Angela Brandenburg named Oregon Sheriff of the Year Featured News by Oregon Today News
The leader of the Clackamas County Sheriffs Office received the highest honor during a rec... More

12/19/2025

Level 1 'BE READY' flood alert issued near Salem Featured News by Oregon Today News
A new Level 1 BE READY flood alert warning have been issued near Salem according to the ci... More

12/19/2025

Youth in Oregon juvenile justice system filed 956 complaints this year Featured News by Oregon Today News
There have been 956 reports of mistreatment and complaints made by youth in custody of the... More

12/19/2025

Attention: The Retail Pharmacy Phone system is currently experiencing some dropped calls. Please leave a voicemail message. Thank you for your understanding. Featured News by Lower Umpqua Hospital District
Attention The Retail Pharmacy Phone system is currently experiencing some dropped calls Pl... More

12/19/2025

Thursday was the wettest Dec. 18 on record in Portland Featured News by Oregon Today News
Rainy weather in Portland can be deceiving More

12/19/2025

Washington governor proposes $244M boost for housing programs Featured News by Oregon Today News
Washington Gov Bob Ferguson is asking lawmakers to fund 244 million in additional housing ... More

12/19/2025

Marshfield High School Boys Basketball vs Sutherlin High School Featured News by Marshfield High School
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12/19/2025

Marshfield High School Girls Basketball vs Mountain View Featured News by Marshfield High School
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12/19/2025

MAYOR'S MESSAGE  
  
As we approach the Christmas holiday and prepare to close out the year, it feels especially fitting to pause and reflect on the many reasons we have to be thankful. The end of the year offers a natural moment to look back with appreciation and to look ahead with optimism for what the coming year may hold.  
  
I want to extend my sincere thanks to everyone who lives, works, and contributes to the City of Coos Bay. Time and again, our community demonstrates what it means to come together supporting one another, lending a hand when it is needed, and showing resilience through challenges and celebrations alike. It is this shared spirit of care, cooperation, and pride that defines Coos Bay and makes it such a special place to call home.  
  
Earlier this week, several City Councilors had the opportunity to personally thank our City staff for their dedication throughout the year. We stopped by City Hall and other City facilities with homemade treats as a small gesture of appreciation for the more than 130 employees across six departments and multiple locations who work every day to keep our community safe, welcoming, and well-run. It was a simple act, but a heartfelt one.  
  
As we move into the holiday season, I hope your days are filled with peace, warmth, and time with loved ones. May the New Year bring fresh possibilities, renewed energy, and continued strength for our community.  
  
Thank you for being the people who make Coos Bay such an extraordinary place.  
  
Warm holiday wishes and best hopes for the year ahead.  
  
With gratitude,  
  
-Joe Benetti, Mayor of Coos BayPhotos from Coos Bay - City Government's post Featured News by City of Coos Bay
MAYOR'S MESSAGE As we approach the Christmas holiday and prepare to close out the year, it feels especially fitting to pause and reflect on the many reasons we have to be thankful. The end of the year offers a natural moment to look back with appreciation and to look ahead with optimism for what the coming year may hold. I want to extend my sincere thanks to everyone who lives, works, and contributes to the City of Coos Bay. Time and again, our community demonstrates what it means to come together supporting one another, lending a hand when it is needed, and showing resilience through challenges and celebrations alike. It is this shared spirit of care, cooperation, and pride that defines Coos Bay and makes it such a special place to call home. Earlier this week, several City Councilors had the opportunity to personally thank our City staff for their dedication throughout the year. We stopped by City Hall and other City facilities with homemade treats as a small gesture of appreciation for the more than 130 employees across six departments and multiple locations who work every day to keep our community safe, welcoming, and well-run. It was a simple act, but a heartfelt one. As we move into the holiday season, I hope your days are filled with peace, warmth, and time with loved ones. May the New Year bring fresh possibilities, renewed energy, and continued strength for our community. Thank you for being the people who make Coos Bay such an extraordinary place. Warm holiday wishes and best hopes for the year ahead. With gratitude, -Joe Benetti, Mayor of Coos BayPhotos from Coos Bay - City Government's post
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12/19/2025

Portland's sneaker-themed coffee place to close Old Town location Featured News by Oregon Today News
When Deadstock opened the area around the shop was a hub for sneaker culture but then the... More

12/19/2025

Brooks Resources wins Oregon Bankers Association award Featured News by Oregon Today News
Bend-based real estate developer Brooks Resources Corporation earned the Community Applaus... More

12/19/2025

I-5 northbound lanes near Oregon-California border reopened Featured News by Oregon Today News
A jackknifed semi-truck has blocked the northbound lanes of Interstate 5 five miles north ... More

12/19/2025

Bowen Yang is leaving 'Saturday Night Live' Featured News by Oregon Today News
The comedians final episode hosted by his Wicked co-star Ariana Grande will be this weeken... More

12/19/2025

12/18/25 - LCSO Case 25-6096   
  
Dexter man arrested for DUI, warrants after fleeing traffic stop near Lowell  
  
On December 18th at 5 p.m., a Lane County Sheriff’s deputy contracted to patrol U.S. Army Corps of Engineers lands observed a car parked in front of a gate to a secure area of Lookout Point Dam, east of Lowell. The deputy contacted the driver, Richard Leon Gaffney, 54, of Dexter, and observed he was impaired. Gaffney reversed away from the deputy and sped out of the parking lot, driving toward Lowell on W. Boundary Road.    
  
The deputy initiated a traffic stop, but discontinued to allow the vehicle to slow before driving into Lowell and potentially causing a crash or severe injury to bystanders. Driving conditions were also hazardous due to extremely heavy rain and darkness. The deputy was also alone, with his nearest cover officer driving from Creswell.    
  
Gaffney instead continued speeding until he crashed into the ditch, just before entering Lowell where other vehicles were on the road. The deputy arrested Gaffney without further incident. During the arrest, two loaded firearms were found concealed in the vehicle. After additional investigation, Gaffney was arrested and lodged at the Lane County Jail for:   
 - DUII – Drugs   
 - Fleeing or Attempt to Elude Police Officer by Vehicle   
 - Reckless Driving   
 - Recklessly Endangering    
 - Driving While Suspended – Misdemeanor   
 - Two counts of Unlawful Possession of a Firearm   
 - Lane County Circuit Court failure to appear warrant for Driving While Suspended    
 - Springfield Municipal failure to appear warrant for DUIIPhotos from Lane County Sheriff's Office's post Featured News by Lane County Sheriff
12/18/25 - LCSO Case 25-6096 Dexter man arrested for DUI, warrants after fleeing traffic stop near Lowell On December 18th at 5 p.m., a Lane County Sheriff’s deputy contracted to patrol U.S. Army Corps of Engineers lands observed a car parked in front of a gate to a secure area of Lookout Point Dam, east of Lowell. The deputy contacted the driver, Richard Leon Gaffney, 54, of Dexter, and observed he was impaired. Gaffney reversed away from the deputy and sped out of the parking lot, driving toward Lowell on W. Boundary Road. The deputy initiated a traffic stop, but discontinued to allow the vehicle to slow before driving into Lowell and potentially causing a crash or severe injury to bystanders. Driving conditions were also hazardous due to extremely heavy rain and darkness. The deputy was also alone, with his nearest cover officer driving from Creswell. Gaffney instead continued speeding until he crashed into the ditch, just before entering Lowell where other vehicles were on the road. The deputy arrested Gaffney without further incident. During the arrest, two loaded firearms were found concealed in the vehicle. After additional investigation, Gaffney was arrested and lodged at the Lane County Jail for: - DUII – Drugs - Fleeing or Attempt to Elude Police Officer by Vehicle - Reckless Driving - Recklessly Endangering - Driving While Suspended – Misdemeanor - Two counts of Unlawful Possession of a Firearm - Lane County Circuit Court failure to appear warrant for Driving While Suspended - Springfield Municipal failure to appear warrant for DUIIPhotos from Lane County Sheriff's Office's post
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12/19/2025

EU leaders agree on $105bn Ukraine loan, but without relying on frozen Russian assets Featured News by Oregon Today News
European Union leaders agreed on Friday to provide a massive interest-free loan to Ukraine... More

12/19/2025

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