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Sunrise/Sunset, Coos Bay, OR
Coos Bay, OR, Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026, Sunrise: 7:05 a.m., and Sunset: 7:11 p.m., offering 12-hours & six-minutes of daylight.

Tides, Coos Bay, OR Estuary
Tides for the Coos Bay, OR Estuary, Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026, Low tide: 6:09 a.m., 0.47 ft.; High tide: 12:41 p.m., 6.08 ft.; Low tide: 6:20 p.m., 2.21 ft.

Coos Co.
Coos Bay Estuary Management Plan (CBEMP) Citizen Advisory Work Session if Agenda Items are Available - Join Remote Meeting: Video call link: https://meet.google.com/jhw-eian-isx Or dial: ?(US) +1 515-890-5307? PIN: ?540 327 633?#. More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/kfo-dnos-boa?pin=4822653135331 September 23, 2026 - 11 AM, Coos Bay Estuary Management Plan (CBEMP) Citizen Advisory Work session - If agenda items are available. Remote Meeting, Video call link: https://meet.google.com/jhw-eian-isx, Or dial: ?(US) +1 515-890-5307? PIN: ?540 327 633?#, More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/kfo-dnos-boa?pin=4822653135331. September 23, 2026, Code Enforcement Hearings Coos County Code Enforcement Hearing, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. Hearings take place in the Large Confrence Room of the Owens Building, 201 N. Adams St. Coquille OR 97423, 541-396-7770, [email protected].

CBPL Events
Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay, OR - Storytime, Wednesday, September 23 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. Community Zumba. Wednesday, September 23 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! Age Bracket: Teens & Adults.

Farmer’s Market
The Coos Bay Downtown Association’s Wednesday Farmer’s Market is held on Central Ave., between So. Broadway and 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. Program: Sept 23rd - Sheriff Gabe Fabrizio & Mike Kinnaird.

Employment Report
OR Employment Dept. release – Employment on the South Coast: August 2026 - South Coast Payroll Employment Shows Small Decline Over the Year - Coos County total payroll employment climbed by 140 jobs in August. Local government education had the largest job gain, up by 50 over the month. Smaller increases were also estimated in private education and health services (+30), and transportation, warehousing, and utilities (+20). Other published sectors showed little job change over the month. Since August 2025 Coos County payroll employment fell 320 jobs for a loss of 1.4%. Jobs were lost in manufacturing (-130); professional and business services (-130); leisure and hospitality (-110); construction (-90); and retail trade (-40). Industries adding jobs over the year were private education and health services (+80) and transportation, warehousing, and utilities (+30). Government added 60 jobs over the year, mostly due to a gain of 130 jobs in Indian tribal local government. Local government education lost 30 jobs and federal government fell by 20 jobs since August 2025. Curry County payroll employment rose by 50 jobs in August. The largest gain was in local government education, which added 30 jobs over the month. Local government excluding educational services added 20 jobs. Private-sector industries showed little job change in August. Over the past year Curry County payroll decreased slightly, down by 30 jobs and was estimated at 6,720 jobs in August. Job losses were estimated in construction (-30); leisure and hospitality (-30); and local government education (-30). On the positive side, jobs were added in professional and business services (+20); health care (+20); retail trade (+20); and local government excluding educational services (+20).

Unemployment Figures South Coast
Oregon Employment Dept. release - Coos Co. - Civilian Labor Force: August 2026 - 27,226; July 2026 - 27,103; August 2025 - 27,608. Unemployed: Aug. - 1,549; July 2026 - 1,630; Aug. 2025 - 1,754. Unemployed rate: Aug. 2025 - 5.7% (Seasonally Adjusted 5.6%); July 2026 - 5.7% (SA 5.7%); Aug. 2025 - 6.4% (SA 6.1%). Employed: Aug. 2026 - 25,677; July 2026 - 25,473; Aug. 2025 - 25,854. Curry Co. - Civilian Labor Force - Aug. 2026 - 8,506; July 2026 - 8,454; Aug., 2025 - 8,538. Unemployed: Aug. 206 - 459/ July 2026 - 497. Aug. 2025 - 568. Unemployment rate: Aug. 2026 - 5.4% (SA 6.1%); July 2026 - 5.9% (SA 6/2%)' Aug. 2025 - 6.7% (SA 6.9%). Employed: Aug. 2026 - 8,047; July 2026 - 7,957; Aug. 2025 - 7,970.

South of Cape Falcon Recreational Ocean Salmon Information Update
Wednesday's in-season call with NMFS and the State of Oregon, to discuss Oregon's (SOF) recreational ocean salmon fisheries is cancelled. For the 2026 recreational non-mark selective coho fishery from Cape Falcon to Humbug Mountain, the estimated catch through September 20, 2026, is approximately 22,250 coho salmon, or 87% of the 25,700 quota. The expected coho salmon catch for Saturday September 26, 2026, which was previously adopted and remains open as scheduled, does not provide sufficient balance to add any additional days to the fishery. PREVIOUS ACTION TAKEN: Effective Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 12:01 a.m. through September 26, 2026, at 11:59 p.m., for the ocean recreational fishery from Cape Falcon to Humbug Mountain, retention of coho salmon is allowed, with a daily bag limit of two salmon (no fin clip requirement). Beginning Sunday, September 27, 2026, the season remains open through October 31, 2026, all salmon, except coho salmon, with a daily bag limit of two salmon. The minimum size for kept Chinook salmon is 24 inches in total length. Visit https://www.dfw.state.or.us/MRP/salmon/ for more information on Oregon's ocean salmon seasons and fisheries. Catch information is available on the ODFW website.

Oregon Dungeness Crab Fishery Update
ODFW release - Starting February 1, 2027, all vessels participating in Oregon’s ocean commercial crab fishery are required to have a functioning electronic monitoring (EM) system that automatically records vessel location and the location of individual pots using hydraulic pressure sensor readings. See OAR 635-005-0446 for EM regulations. ODFW now has a dedicated EM webpage where you can learn more about Oregon’s EM requirements, where to purchase units that currently meet them, and how to get reimbursed for equipment purchase. For additional compliance information and supporting documents visit the EM webpage. EM systems that meet Oregon’s requirements, and where to get one: To provide maximum flexibility, EM regulations lay out system requirements (reporting rates, data access, etc.) but do not specify a particular vendor or equipment type. Vessels that participate in the Washington coastal commercial crab fishery and have EM systems that comply with Washington’s EM rules are already compliant with Oregon’s EM rules. Vessels that participate in the California commercial crab fishery and have EM systems that comply with California’s EM rules may become compliant with addition of a hydraulic pressure sensor. Federal vessel monitoring systems (VMS) do not satisfy Oregon’s operating requirements. VMS reporting rates for federally managed fisheries range between one to four times per hour, whereas Oregon requires vessel location once per minute and hydraulic pressure readings once every 10 seconds. In addition, VMS data cannot be made available to ODFW in the time frames required. While it may be possible to increase the reporting rate of federal VMS units, the cost of data transmission would likely be prohibitively expensive. Potential service providers: Through our electronic logbook pilot program, we are aware of two service providers that have VMS units and hydraulic sensors that currently meet our reporting requirements. Please note that the use of brand names or mention of specific commercial products or services herein does not imply endorsement by ODFW or our partners, nor does it indicate any preference or discrimination against similar brands, products, or services not listed. ODFW cannot guarantee the quality of any referenced products and it is the responsibility of each user to verify that any chosen device meets all required specifications. Please contact the EM Program if you have questions or are aware of other products or manufacturers that may comply with requirements. Archipelago Marine Research: The primary channel for fishers to purchase their Archipelago FishVue LIME VMS unit and hydraulic sensor will be through Englund Marine, either in-store or online via the Englund Marine webstore. Viatrax: ODFW is aware of one other VMS unit (below) that was not part of our electronic logbook testing program but may meet requirements and is currently being evaluated for compliance. The EM webpage will be updated when the evaluation is complete. Teem Fish/PinPoint Earth: Hydraulic pressure sensors: For those purchasing hydraulic units only, please check with your VMS unit provider to ensure that the hydraulic sensor you are considering purchasing uses the correct voltage and is compatible with your VMS unit. Hydraulic pressure sensors may also be purchased through the VMS unit providers listed above. Sensors that have been used in our electronic logbook pilot program are listed below. TE Connectivity MSP300 can be purchased on the website. Reimbursement Program: To offset costs to fishery participants, ODFW is pleased to offer financial support to the crab fleet to meet the new EM requirements. Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission will be administering reimbursements of up to $800 to eligible fishery participants for compliant equipment. Reimbursable expenses include the VMS unit, hydraulic sensor, necessary cables and connectors, and shipping but DO NOT include data transmission service (also known as “airtime”) or installation costs. Reimbursement applications may be submitted beginning October 1, 2026. To ensure the full reimbursement amount, documents must be submitted by April 1, 2027. Eligibility: Oregon Ocean Commercial Dungeness Crab Permit holders are eligible for reimbursement of one EM system per permit under this program. An individual acting on behalf of a permit holder (e.g., a vessel owner, operator, or business representative) may also apply for this reimbursement. To be eligible for reimbursement, the EM system must comply with Oregon’s requirements. Permit holders that are not eligible for reimbursement include: Those that previously received an Archipelago FishVue LIME VMS unit and/or hydraulic pressure sensor for either the Washington or California crab fisheries. Those that previously received a Viatrax Boat Command VMS unit and a hydraulic pressure sensor as part of ODFW’s electronic logbook pilot project. Please note vessels that received a Faria Beede Sentry 500, CLS NEMO, or Ashcroft hydraulic sensor under ODFW’s electronic logbook pilot project must replace their instruments and are eligible for reimbursement. To learn more about the reimbursement program, please visit our EM webpage. Electronic Logbook Application: Logbooks are still required in the commercial crab fishery. ODFW will make an electronic logbook that integrates with EM systems available for voluntary use this season. The electronic logbook will improve the quality, speed, and usability of data received by ODFW, while lessening the recordkeeping burden for fishery participants. Those who choose not to use the electronic logbook will be required to maintain a paper logbook. If interested, the electronic logbook application is now available to download from the App Store for devices using iOS or GooglePlay for Android devices. To use the logbook app, users must create an account within the app and register their active VMS device to the account. Electronic logbook training: Harbor Light Software (HLS) will hold four training sessions in Astoria, Newport, North Bend, and Brookings during the last week of October 2026 for those that are interested in learning about the electronic logbook application. HLS and ODFW staff will be on hand to help set up your account and provide a demonstration of how to use the application. For those unable to attend training sessions in person, a recording will be made available online. More information about the training sessions will be shared in the near future and posted on the EM webpage. If you have questions about any of the information contained in this notice, contact the EM Program at 541-857-2522 or [email protected].

Salmon and steelhead bag limits adjusted for Snake River starting Sept. 23
ODFW release - ENTERPRISE, Ore. – Bag limits for Chinook salmon and hatchery steelhead are changing on the Snake River starting Sept. 23 as fishery managers work to protect a record low steelhead run and lower than average fall Chinook run. For the area of the Snake River from the Oregon Washington state border, upstream to the boundary 400 feet below Hells Canyon Dam: Chinook: Hatchery Chinook salmon only with a bag limit of three adult hatchery Chinook (no limit on jacks) from Sept. 23-Oct. 31. While anglers were allowed to keep one wild Chinook when the season first opened on Aug. 18, fishery managers are tightening retention of wild fall Chinook for the remainder of the season due to the continued lower than average wild fall returns. Hatchery steelhead: Bag limit of two hatchery steelhead (reduced from three in the permanent regulations) from Sept. 23-Dec. 31. The reduced bag limit for steelhead follows the lowest returns of the total A/B index and unclipped steelhead on record at Bonneville Dam. While steelhead fishing is closed in other tributaries of the Columbia River such as the Deschutes and John Day in Oregon, abundance in the Snake River and its tributaries will likely meet thresholds where fishery managers can maintain some retention of hatchery steelhead. The reduction in the steelhead bag limit serves to meet broodstock collection and conservation goals, largely for Idaho populations. Oregon’s rules modification will match changes already enacted in Idaho’s fishing regulations. “These rule changes reflect strong coordination with our Idaho partners,” said Kyle Bratcher, ODFW district fish biologist, “Managing shared fisheries requires shared responsibility, and these steps give both states the flexibility we need to protect wild Chinook and maintain stable steelhead seasons for anglers.” Tightening retention of wild fall Chinook preserves the allowable ESA take necessary to maintain popular steelhead fisheries, according to Bratcher. “Even when anglers aren’t targeting Chinook directly, incidental encounters happen, and safeguarding those wild fish is essential to sustaining steelhead access for the rest of the season,” he said. All other permanent rules, as stated in the current Oregon Sport Fishing regulations, remain in effect. ODFW reminds anglers to review the 2026 Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations and always check for Regulation Updates before fishing.

Quakes
Two earthquakes were recorded at the Southern End of the two fault lines that run parallel with the Oregon Coast, Tuesday, Sept. 22. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 2.5-magnitude was located west of Petrolia, CA, followed by a 2.6-magnitude west to northwest of Petrolia, CA, both near Cape Mendocino in Northern California.

Deputy Struck by DUII Driver, Lane Co.
On September 18th at about 10:30 pm, a Lane County Deputy driving his patrol vehicle was struck by another motorist in the 5100 block of Franklin Boulevard. The deputy radioed the at-fault vehicle may have also struck a 3rd vehicle nearby. Officers with the Springfield Police Department responded and investigated the crash. The head on collision caused front end damage to both the at fault car and the Sheriff’s Office patrol vehicle. The patrol vehicle was towed from the scene. During the investigation SPD Officers arrested the at-fault driver, Ryder Lee Carlton, for DUI. Thankfully no one was seriously injured in the crash, and the deputy is back on duty. Sadly, this is now the second time this deputy has been struck by an intoxicated motorist this year. On February 8th while patrolling on the McKenzie Highway this deputy was hit by another drunk driver. OSP Troopers responded and conducted that crash investigation and ultimately the other driver was arrested for DUI. The Lane County Sheriff’s Office reminds everyone to stay sober behind the wheel. Never drink and drive or drive after consuming a substance. Everyone needs to be cautious of people driving impaired on our roadways. Even police can become victims with intoxicated persons behind the wheel.

Hwy. 97 Fatal, Klamath Co.
KLAMATH COUNTY, Ore. (22 September 2026) - On Sunday, September 20, 2026, at approximately 9:12 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle fatal crash on Highway 97 near milepost 255 in Klamath County. The preliminary investigation indicated a blue Lincoln Navigator, operated by David Wayne Slone (27) of Chiloquin, was traveling southbound on Highway 97 when it attempted to pass another southbound vehicle and struck a northbound Freightliner semi-truck towing a 53-foot trailer, operated by Narinder Addr Singh (33) of Yuba City, California, head-on. The operator of the Lincoln (Slone) was pronounced deceased at the scene. Slone is not believed to have been wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. The operator of the Freightliner (Singh) was not injured. A passenger in the Lincoln sustained minor injuries and was transported to a local hospital. Highway 97 was impacted for approximately four hours during the on-scene investigation. Impairment and speed are believed to be contributing factors in the crash. OSP was assisted by Chiloquin Fire and Rescue and the Oregon Department of Transportation.

Hwy. 126 Fatal, Lane Co.
LANE COUNTY, Ore. (22 September 2026) - On Friday, September 18, 2026, at approximately 10:02 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a single-vehicle fatal crash on Highway 126W near milepost 33 in Lane County. The preliminary investigation indicated a red Subaru Forester, operated by Max Timothy Hill (48) of Newberg, was traveling eastbound on Highway 126 when, for unknown reasons, it left the roadway and struck a tree on the shoulder. The operator of the Subaru (Hill) was pronounced deceased at the scene. A seventeen-year-old male passenger was also pronounced deceased at the scene. The highway was impacted for approximately four hours during the on-scene investigation. OSP was assisted by Western Lane EMS, Siuslaw Valley Fire Department, the Lane County Sheriff’s Office, and the Oregon Department of Transportation.

Criminal Trespass
According to an entry on the CQPD log for Sept. 21, 7:22 a.m., 400 No. Central Blvd., McKay’s, “result of criminal trespass, 35-year old David Manning Clawson Reilly charged with Criminal Trespass II, “Clawson Reilly transported CCJ.”

Illegal Camping, NB
According to an entry on the NBPD log for Sept. 21, 7:14 a.m., Harbor Ave., “out with multiple tents at location,” 38-year old Hope Greenwild received “Ticket.” At 4 p.m., 800 block Florida St., “illegal camping.”

DUII
According to an entry on the NBPD log for Sept. 21, 8:48 a.m., Virginia & Crocker, “result of intoxicated subject,” 45-year old Ben Courtney Eckoff charged with DUII, “cited in lieu of custody.”

Burglaries
According to an entry on the NBPD log for Sept. 21, 1:51 p.m., 2100 block Monroe Ave., “burglary.” At 8:34 p.m., 2000 block Meade Ave., “burglary.”

Illegal Camping, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Sept. 21, 6:45 a.m., 62858 Hwy. 101, Bunker Hill, Lighthouse School, “illegal camping.” At 11:51 a.m., West Park Roadway, “illegal camping.” At 12:51 p.m., 900 block So. Front St., “illegal camping.” At 3:08 p.m., 600 block No. Broadway, “illegal camping.”

Unlawful Vehicles, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Sept. 21, 8:43 a.m., No. 8th & 8th Terrace, “unlawful vehicle.” At 2:11 p.m., 1100 block Oakway Dr., “unlawful vehicle.” At 5:55 p.m., 800 block Central Ave., “unlawful vehicle.”

Recovered Stolen Vehicle
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Sept. 21, 4:18 p.m., 800 block 8th Terrace, 40-year old Sean Robert Jones charged with Unlawful Use Motor Vehicle, “transported CCJ.”

Burglary
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Sept. 21, 5:43 p.m., 600 block So. 9th St., “burglary.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Sept. 22, 1:12 a.m., 898 Elk Dr., Brookings PD, 36-year old Jugtar Singh arrested on CBPD warrant charging DUII, “transported Curry County Jail.”

Wanted
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Sept. 22, 2:46 a.m., Newmark Ave., “located wanted subject on 2 CBPD and 1 State P&P warrant,” 48-year old Benjamin Joshua Anderson charged with FTA on Theft II; FTA II; OR State Parole Board warrant for Parole Violation, “arrested and transported CCJ.”

Criminal Trespass
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Sept. 22, 3:57 a.m., So. Bayshore Dr., Boardwalk, “illegal camping,” 66-year old Daniel William Duran charged with Criminal Trespass II, “cited in lieu of custody and released.

WX
Foggy this morning along the South Oregon Coast, then partly cloudy in the afternoon with highs in the upper 60s and winds from the North to Northeast at 10-20 mph. Areas of fog tonight with lows in the upper 40s and winds from the North to Northeast at 10-15 mph. Foggy Thursday with periods of rain later in the day. Highs in the upper 60s and winds out of the South to Southwest at 10-15 mph.

Sports

Prep VB Scores
Prep volleyball scores from Tuesday, Sept. 22 – 4A: SkyEm Lg.: Marshfield won at Elmira, 3-0. Marist Catholic won at Cottage Grove, 3-0. Junction City won at North Bend, 3-0. 3A: Far West Lg.: Coquille won at Douglas, 3-0. St. Mary’s won at Sutherlin, 3-0. Siuslaw fell at Brookings-Harbor, 3-0. Also on the Coast – Coastal Range Lg.: Warrenton fell at Catlin Gabel, 3-1. Oregon Episcopal lost at Neah-Kah-Nie, 3-2. 2A: Sunset Conf.: Bandon lost to visiting North Douglas, 3-1. Myrtle Pt. won at Gold Beach, 3-0. Oakland won at Reedsport, 3-2. NW Lg.: Knappa fell at Nestucca, 3-0. 1A: Skyline Lg.: Pacific fell at Yoncalla, 3-0. Powers lost at Umpqua Valley Christian, 3-1.

Prep VB Schedules
Prep volleyball schedules for Wednesday, Sept. 23 – North Coast – Cowapa Lg.: Tillamook at Banks, 6:15p. Astoria at Valley Catholic, 6:15p. Scappoose at Seaside, 6:30p.

Prep SC Scores
Prep girls’ soccer scores from Tuesday, Sept. 22: SkyEm Lg.: North Bend won at Cottage Grove, 4-0. 3A/2A/1A: Special District 3: Siuslaw lost at Brookings-Harbor, 7-1. Coquille/Myrtle Pt. fell at Douglas, 2-1. Prep boys’ soccer scores: 4A: SkyEm Lg.: Elmira fell at So. Umpqua/Riddle, 5-3. 3A: SD3: Coquille/Myrtle Pt. won at Douglas, 10-2. Siuslaw fell at Brookings-Harbor, 8-0. 2A/1A: SD3: Rogue Valley Adventist Academy lost at Pacific, 8-0. Gold Beach lost at Rogue River, 8-0.

Prep SC Schedules
Prep girls’ soccer schedules for Wednesday, Sept. 23 – North Coast – Cowapa Lg.: Banks at Tillamook/Neah-Kah-Nie, 7p. Valley Catholic at Astoria, 7p. Seaside at Scappoose, 6:15p. Prep boys’ soccer schedule – 4A: Cowapa Lg.: Tillamook/Neah-Kah-Nie at Banks, 6:15p. Astoria at Valley Catholic, 5:30p. Scappoose at Seaside, 7p.

SWOCC wsc
Southwestern Oregon’s women’s soccer team hosts Clackamas in an NWAC match on the Coos Bay Campus, Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2p.

OSU msc
Oregon State’s men host Seattle U., in a soccer match, Wednesday, Sept. 23, 7p, Lorenz Field, Corvallis.

Mariners
Seattle Mariners (73-84) opened a home MLB series with Houston (78-79), Tuesday, T-Mobile Park, and fell 7-0. Same two teams play again today, 7:10p, televised on Mariners.TV.