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Sunrise/Sunset, Coos Bay, OR
Coos Bay, OR, Thursday, April 2, 2026 – Sunrise: 6:56 a.m., and Sunset: 7:44 p.m., offering 12-hours & 48-minutes of daylight.

Tides, Coos Bay, OR Estuary
Coos Bay, OR, Thursday, April 2, 2026 – High tide: 2:18 a.m., 7.53 ft.; Low tide: 8:41 a.m., 0.07 t.; High tide: 2:54 p.m., 6.69 ft.; Low tide: 8:41 p.m., 1.28 ft.

Coos Co.
Coos County Budget Committee meets Thursday, April 2, 9 a.m., Owen Building, 201 No. Adams St., Coquille.

CBPL Event
Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay, OR - Tea Tasting, Thursday, April 2 in the Myrtlewood Room, 12:00pm – 2:00pm, Presented by Teas, Tinctures, and Tonics. Sip, savor, and explore the world of tea! Join us at the library from 12:00pm – 2:00pm for our Monthly Tea Tasting, featuring selections from Teas, Tinctures, and Tonics. Each month, enjoy samples of one caffeinated and one non-caffeinated tea while learning about their unique flavors and origins. Whether you're a tea enthusiast or simply curious, this event is the perfect way to discover your new favorite blend. Free and open to all – bring a friend and share the experience! Age Bracket: Everyone.

NBPL Events
North Bend Public Library, 1800 Sherman Ave., North Bend, OR. Lapsit Storytime (Babies), Thursdays in April at 10:30 AM (No program April 23) Enjoy stories, songs, & gentle play designed to support the early literacy skills of babies who are not yet walking. Yarn and Other Fibers, Thursday, April 2 at 4:00 PM. Bring your yarn & other craft projects to socialize while you work. Attend in-person or virtually at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/114137963.

Coos Bay Park Commission
City of Coos Bay Release - The City of Coos Bay Parks Commission will hold a work session on Thursday, April 2, 2026 – 4:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers 500 Central Avenue Coos Bay, Zoom Remote Attendance Link & You Tube Link Agenda: 1. Roll Call; 2. Public Comment; 3. Work Session: a. Alternative Funding Sources; 4. Staff/Commissioner Closing Comments; 5. Adjourn.

ODFW Fish Screening Task Force will meet virtually on April 2
ODFW release - SALEM, Ore. – Oregon's Fish Screening Task Force will meet virtually on Thursday, April 2 at 8:30 a.m. The meeting is open to the public and will be held virtually through Teams. The meeting agenda includes updates on the Fish Screening Program, new task force members, and the development of a workplan for future meetings. Public participation is encouraged and public comments will be heard at 10:00 a.m. Written comments will be also accepted. Members of the public who are interested in viewing the meeting can access it on Teams or by calling: +1 503-446-4951 and using conference ID 171 948 629#. The task force is a seven-person public body composed of three members representing agriculture, three representing fishing/fish conservation, and one representing the public at large. The task force was formed to advise ODFW on development, funding, monitoring, technology, reporting and project prioritization for the fish screening program. Additional information on the Fish Screening Task Force or the ODFW Fish Screening Program is available on the ODFW website or by contacting Katherine Nordholm, ODFW Fish Screening Program Coordinator, at (503) 947-6274 or [email protected]. ODFW provides reasonable accommodation upon request, including assistive listening devices, sign language interpreters, and materials in large print or audiotape. To request accommodation, please contact Katherine Nordholm at (503) 507-5843 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.

Tsunami 101 Community Roadshow Returns to Oregon Coast
OEM release - SALEM, Ore. — March 23, 2026 — The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM), in partnership with the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries (DOGAMI) and the National Weather Service, is continuing the Tsunami 101 Community Roadshow, a long-standing public education effort designed to help coastal residents and visitors understand tsunami risks and how to stay safe. First launched in 2012, the Tsunami Roadshow brings subject-matter experts directly into coastal communities to share practical, lifesaving information about earthquake and tsunami preparedness. Community members are invited to attend these free sessions featuring expert presentations and actionable steps people can take before, during and after a tsunami or major earthquake event. “You’ve heard about the Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake and tsunami risk—now is the time to learn what you can do to prepare,” OEM Geologic Hazards Program Coordinator Althea Rizzo, said. “These workshops are designed to give Oregonians practical information that can help save lives.” What Attendees Will Learn: How tsunamis impact the Oregon coast; How to recognize natural tsunami warning signs; Where evacuation zones are located; How to plan evacuation routes and family communication plans; How to build emergency kits and be prepared to be self-sufficient; Participants will also hear directly from local and state experts, including: Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries (DOGAMI); National Weather Service; Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM); Local emergency management partners. Upcoming Tsunami 101 Community Roadshow Events: Newport - Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Newport Library Community Room: 35 NW Nye St., Newport, OR 97365. Lincoln City - Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 6 – 7:30 p.m., Lincoln City Community Center: 2150 NE Oar Place, Lincoln City, OR 97367. Gold Beach - Tuesday, April 7, 2026 | 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., Curry County Fairgrounds: 29393 Ellensburg Ave., Gold Beach, OR 97444. Coos Bay - (Business Preparedness Session), Wednesday, April 8, 2026 | 12 – 1:30 p.m., Southwestern Oregon Community College: 1988 Newmark Ave., Coos Bay, OR 97420. Coos Bay - Wednesday, April 8, 2026 | 6:30 – 8 p.m., Southwestern Oregon Community College: 1988 Newmark Ave., Coos Bay, OR 97420. Reedsport - Thursday, April 9, 2026 | 6 – 7:30 p.m., Lower Umpqua Senior Center: 460 Winchester Ave., Reedsport, OR 97467. Prepare Before the Next Wave - As part of preparedness efforts, residents are encouraged to download the free NVS Tsunami Evacuation App, available in the Apple App Store and Google Play, which provides evacuation maps and preparedness information. OEM also encourages everyone—especially those living or visiting coastal communities—to Be 2 Weeks Ready, meaning households should be prepared to be self-sufficient for at least 14 days following a disaster. Learn More - OEM encourages all Oregonians to Be 2 Weeks Ready, meaning households should be prepared to be self-sufficient for at least 14 days following a disaster. This includes having food, water, medications and a plan to stay connected with family members. Learn how to build your emergency kit and make a plan on the OEM website.

Measles exposure location confirmed at Providence Portland Medical Center emergency department waiting room
OHA release - PORTLAND, Ore. – A new measles exposure location has been identified, and Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and Multnomah County public health officials are urging people to talk to a health care provider about their risks if they believe they were exposed. People might have been exposed if they were at the following location at this date and time: Providence Portland Medical Center, emergency department waiting room, 4805 NE Glisan St., Portland, between 7:57 p.m. and 10:08 p.m. Monday, March 30. People who were at this location during these dates and time period should immediately contact your health care provider and let them know they may have been exposed to someone who has measles. The health care provider can determine whether you are immune to measles based on your vaccination record, age, or laboratory evidence of prior infection. Families without a primary care provider can establish care at any of Multnomah County's seven primary care clinics or nine student health centers (based at high schools but open to anyone ages 5-18) by calling 503-988-5558 to make a new patient appointment. Facts about measles: Measles spreads through the air after a person with measles coughs or sneezes. People are contagious with measles for four days before a rash appears and up to four days afterward. The virus particles also can linger in the air for up to two hours after someone who is infectious has left the area. Measles typically starts with a fever, cough, runny nose and red eyes. A rash usually follows, beginning on the face and spreading to the rest of the body. Symptoms begin seven to 21 days after exposure to a person with measles. Common complications of measles include ear infection, lung infection and diarrhea. Swelling of the brain is a rare but much more serious complication. Measles can be dangerous, especially among children younger than 5, adults older than 20, pregnant people, and people with weakened immune systems. In developed countries in recent years, one to three of every 1,000 measles cases has been fatal. The measles vaccine is highly effective at providing protection, as two doses of the MMR vaccine is 97% effective at preventing the virus. The risk of severe disease from measles for people who are up to date on their vaccines is very low. What to do if you suspect measles in your household: Public health officials urge people experiencing symptoms of measles not to arrive unannounced at a medical office if they: Have a measles-like rash, or Have been exposed to measles within the previous 21 days, AND have any other symptom of measles (such as fever, cough or red eyes). Whenever possible, individuals planning to seek medical care should first call your health care provider or urgent care center by telephone to create an entry plan to avoid exposing others in waiting rooms. Learn more about measles at https://www.oregon.gov/oha/PH/DISEASESCONDITIONS/DISEASESAZ/Pages/measles.aspx.

Oregon’s Unemployment Rate Was 5.2% in January
Oregon’s unemployment rate was 5.2% in January and 5.3%, as revised, in December. The U.S. unemployment rate was 4.3% in January and 4.4% in December. In January, Oregon’s seasonally adjusted nonfarm payroll employment rose by 2,000 jobs, following a gain of 100 jobs, as revised, in December. January’s gains were largest in leisure and hospitality (+1,800 jobs); health care and social assistance (+1,500); and construction (+1,000). Losses were largest in manufacturing (-1,500 jobs) and professional and business services (-1,300). Leisure and hospitality performed better than the normal seasonal pattern in January and employed 209,800, which was 1,800 jobs, or 0.9%, above its January 2025 total. Despite these recent gains, it employed only slightly more workers than during most of the past few years. Health care and social assistance rose by 4,100 jobs during the three months ending in January. During the 12 months ending in January, it added 9,800 jobs, or 3.2%, which was by far the fastest growth rate of Oregon’s major industries during that time. Construction’s 1,000-job gain in January was a partial rebound from its 2,400-job loss the prior month. Over the past two years, construction generally declined from a high of about 118,000 jobs throughout much of 2023, to its January 2026 level of 111,600 jobs. Manufacturing cut 1,500 jobs in January, following a gain of 1,300 in December. Since August, manufacturing has fluctuated around 178,000 jobs. Prior to this period of relative stability, manufacturing shrank rapidly from a recent high of 195,000 jobs in November 2022. The 1,300-job decline in professional and business services in January left the industry 7,600 jobs, or 2.9%, below its year-ago total, and 17,000 jobs below its peak of 268,100 jobs in 2023.

Final State Recreational Trails Plan Approved
OPRD release - SALEM, Oregon— At their February meeting, the Oregon Parks and Recreation Commission approved the final 2026 Oregon Recreational Trails Plan, which outlines trends and issues, creates priorities for grant funding and recommends actions to improve trails on public land in Oregon over the next 10 years. To support implementation of the Trails Plan, the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department also developed a new technical resources website for recreation and trail planning: https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/BWT/Pages/Technical-Resources-for-Recreation-Planning.aspx “We appreciate the time and energy trail users and partners have put into helping us develop the next trails plan, which will guide investments to make our trails even better in the future,” said Oregon Parks and Recreation Department’s Statewide Trails Planner Jessica Horning. “Each year, more than 80% of Oregonians use trails across the state, generating over $890 million in spending at local businesses and contributing to Oregon’s overall economy.” The Oregon Recreational Trails Plan covers non-motorized trails (hiking, biking, equestrian), motorized ATV trails, snowmobile trails, and non-motorized boating and water trails. It helps provide guidance to not only Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, but to federal, state and local agencies as well as private sector partners. Information for the plan came from multiple sources including statewide surveys of trail users and recreation providers conducted in October 2024 and April 2025, multiple focus groups with specific user groups, workshops at the 2024 and 2025 Oregon Outdoor Recreation Summit, and the Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP), which is published every five years. With commission approval of the 2026 Plan, State Parks staff will update Recreational Trails Program and ATV Grant criteria to be consistent with the plan. Updated grant criteria will be applied to both grant program’s next solicitations in Fall 2026. For questions about the draft Oregon Trails Plan, please visit our website or contact OPRD Statewide Trails Planner Jessica Horning at [email protected]. ?

Deadline Approaching for 2026 Sparky Award Nominations
OR State Fire Marshal release - SALEM, Ore. — Behind every fire-safe community is a person or group working tirelessly to protect their neighbors. The Oregon State Fire Marshal is accepting nominations for the 2026 Golden and Silver Sparky Awards. These honors recognize the unsung heroes who have made significant contributions to fire prevention and life safety across Oregon. Nominations are open through April 15, 2026. Established in 1977, the Sparky awards are the agency’s most prestigious recognition, celebrating exceptional achievements in fire prevention and safety education. The Golden Sparky Award honors a member of the Oregon fire service, while the Silver Sparky Award recognizes a member of the public who has gone above and beyond to make their community safer. “We know Oregonians are doing great work with fire prevention and safety in their communities. This is a great opportunity to honor their achievements,” said State Fire Marshal Mariana Ruiz-Temple. “Past recipients were instrumental in creating fire-adapted communities, leading smoke alarm installations at the neighborhood level, and advocating for fire safety through creative campaigns.” Do you know someone who demonstrates exceptional dedication to improving fire safety where they live or work? This is your chance to shine a light on their contributions and help celebrate their impact. Nominations are due April 15. Anyone can submit a nomination; you do not need to be a fire service member. Nominate today through the OSFM’s website. To learn more about the awards and see past recipients, visit the OSFM’s Sparky Awards webpage.

DMV Text Scam March 2026
DMV release - SALEM – Did you get an urgent text message saying you owe money to the Oregon Department of Transportation or DMV? It’s not a harmless April Fools’ prank, it’s a scam. Scammers across the country are sending fake texts about unpaid tolls, license suspensions and traffic violations. The messages include a link that takes you to a fake website designed to look real to steal your personal and financial information. “ODOT and DMV will never ask you to pay through a text message, email, phone call or third-party website,” said Oregon DMV Public Information Officer Chris Crabb. “Scammers try to scare you into acting quickly. Do not reply, click links or share payment or personal information. Block the number and delete the text.” Scam texts often use alarming words like “urgent notice,” “violation,” or “final enforcement.” They might warn that your license or registration will be suspended or fines will increase if you do not pay immediately. The links may take you to fake websites that try to get your credit card or personal information. How to protect yourself: Do not click links or reply to an unexpected text message claiming to be from ODOT or DMV. Be careful with any message that demands quick action or asks for payment or personal information. Do not give your personal, financial or vehicle information through unknown websites. Report scam texts to 7726 (SPAM) and file a report with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission. You do not need to report it to ODOT or DMV. Block the number and delete the message. If you clicked a link or gave out information: Protect your accounts by changing passwords and watching for suspicious activity. Dispute any charges you don’t recognize. File a customer complaint with Oregon Department of Justice Consumer Protection. If you’re unsure whether a message is real, contact ODOT at 1?888?Ask?ODOT or DMV at 503?945?5000. You can find more information about fraud prevention at oregondmv.com.

Missing Person, NB
CCSO release - Wednesday, the Coos County Sheriff's Office assisted the North Bend Police Department with a search and rescue mission to locate a missing elderly male. Thanks to tips from some wonderful community members (and no thanks to the rain), the elderly male was successfully located. A huge thank you to all the involved agencies who persevered through the weather and helped out with the search!

Illegal Camping, NB
According to an entry on the NBPD log for March 31, 1:33 a.m., Virgina & Marion, “illegal camping.”

Criminal Trespassing
According to an entry on the NBPD log for March 31, 7:36 a.m., Water Board property, 31-year old Brian Quinn Stuart and 39-year old Nadean Alexandra Haubbert both charged with Criminal Trespass 2nd Degree, Stuart also charged with Offensive Littering near a Waterway, “Stuart & Haubbert were cited in lieu of custody.”

Burglary
According to an entry on the NBPD log for March 31, 3:04 p.m., 2700 block Sheridan Ave., “burglary.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the NBPD log for March 31, 4:13 p.m., 2900 block Broadway Ave., 29-year old Alejandra Salcedolozeau arrested on NBPD warrant charging Probation Violation on Theft 1st degree, “Salcedolozeau was transported to CCJ.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the NBPD log for March 31, 9:41 p.m., 1036 SE Douglas Ave., Roseburg, “Douglas Co. SO served NBPD & CBPD warrants on 45-year old Isaac Racy Volz charging FTA on Contempt of Court/Punitive; and, TA on three-counts Contempt of Court/Punitive.

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 31, 3:23 a.m., 200 block La Clair, “out with someone camped at location,” 30-year old Rij Anthony Duncan arrested on four warrants, OSP for FTA on two-counts of DUII; OSP for FTA on Criminal Driving While Suspended or Revoked; North Bend PD for FTA on Unlawful Possession of Meth; NBPD for FTA in the Second Degree, “transported to Coos Co. Jail.”

Illegal Camping, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 31, 7:07 a.m., 6th & Ivy, “illegal camping.” At 12:02 p.m., 300 block Anderson Ave., “illegal camping,” 57-year old Robert Bigelow “Ticket.” At 1:19 p.m., 600 block Market St., “illegal camping.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 31, 7:39 a.m., 1020 So. 1st St., Fred Meyer, “warrant service,” on 49-year old Aaron Linwood Steinmetz charging FTA on Resisting Arrest, Criminal Trespass II; also, FTA II, “Steinmetz transported to CCJ.”

Unlawful Vehicle, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 31, 9:42 a.m., 100 block No. Wasson St., “unlawful vehicle.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 31, 1:44 p.m., west side of Fulton, “warrant service,” 38-year old Steven Patrick Miller arrested on CBPD warrant charging FTA on Theft III & Criminal Trespass I; FTA on FTA II; FTA on Felon in Possession Restricted Weapon & Criminal Trespass II; FTA on PCS Meth; FTA on PCS Meth, “transported to CCJ.”

Criminal Trespass
According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 31, 3:16 p.m., Pedway, “result of trespass,” 67-year old Richard Ray Herrick charged with Criminal Trespass II, “Herrick cited in lieu of custody.”

UEMV
According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 31, 3:35 p.m., 1100 block E Kruse Ave., “unlawful entry into MV.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 31, 4:18 p.m., Ocean & 19th, “CBPD served CQPD & Clackamas County warrants,” on 44-year old Martha Victoria Busby charging FTA on two-counts Criminal Mischief; FTA on FTA II; Clackamas Co. FTA on Felon Possession Firearm, no bail, “Busy transported to CCJ.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 31, 5:12 p.m., Warner Milne Rd., Oregon City, “Oregon City PD served CBPD/CCSO warrants” on 42-year old Lance Gordon Wingert charging Resisting Arrest, Criminal Trespass II & Criminal Mischief III; FTA on Improper Use of an Emergency Reporting System; CCSO warrants for FTA on two-counts Disorderly Conduct II; and, FTA on Contempt of Court/Punitive.

WX
A Hazardous Sea Warning along the South Oregon Coast. Partly to mostly cloudy with highs in the mid 50s and winds from the West at 10-15 mph. Mostly clear tonight with lows in the upper 30s and winds light and variable. Sunny on Friday with highs in the low 60s and winds out of the North to Northeast at 10-20 mph.

Sports

Prep GFFB Schedules
Prep girls’ flag football schedules for Thursday, April 2 – Marist Catholic at Creswell, 6p. Marist Catholic vs. Pleasant Hill at Creswell, 7p. Junction City vs. Springfield, 7p, at Thurston. Junction City at Thurston, 8p.

Prep BVB Scores
Prep boys’ volleyball scores from Wednesday, April 1 – 4A/3A/2A/1A: Cottage Grove beat Marist Catholic, 3-2. Junction City beat Cottage Gove, 3-0. North Bend beat Phoenix, 3-2. Marshfield lost to Phoenix, 3-0. North Bend beat Rogue Valley Adventist Academy, 3-1.

Prep BVB Schedules
Prep boys’ volleyball schedules for Thursday, April 2, 2026 - 4A/3A/2A/1A: Philomath at Crosshill Christian. Cascade at Western Christian/Amity. Willamette Valley Christian at Toledo, 6p.

Prep SB Scores
Prep softball scores from Wednesday, April 1 – 4A: Tillamook lost to Banks, 4-1, at Hillsboro Stadium. Most other games scheduled were cancelled due to the rain.

Prep SB Schedules
Prep softball schedules for Thursday, April 2, 2026 – 4A: North Bend/Reedsport at Brookings-Harbor, 4:30p. 3A: SD1 – Portland Adventist Academy at Warrenton, 3p & 4:30p. Non-league – Umpqua Valley Christian at Coquille, 4:30p. 2A/1A: Non-league – Myrtle Pt. at Riddle/Days Ck., 4p.

Prep BB Scores
Prep baseball scores from Wednesday, April 1 – 4A: Tillamook beat Banks, 6-1, at Hillsboro Hops Stadium. Rain won out in most other games Wednesday.

Prep BB Schedules
Prep baseball schedules for Thursday, April 2, 2026 – 4A: Creswell at Junction City, 4p; Taft at Newport, 4p. 3A: Myrtle Pt. at Glide, 5p.

SWOCC BB
Southwestern Oregon’s baseball team hosts Chemeketa in an NWAC doubleheader, Thursday, April 2, 1 & 4p, on the Coos Bay Campus.

UO bb
The Oregon baseball team opens a three-game Big 10 Conference series at Michigan, Ann Arbor, Thursday, April 2, noon, televised on the B1G+ Network.

OSU bb
Oregon State’s baseball team opens a three-game series against Lamar, Beaumont, TX, beginning Thursday, April 2, 4:04p, televised on ESPN+.

OSU sb
Oregon State’s softball team opens a three-game WCC series at Santa Clara, Thursday, April 2nd, 6p.