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Sunrise/Sunset, Coos Bay, OR
Coos Bay, OR, Thursday, April 9, 2026 – Sunrise: 6:44 a.m., and Sunset: 7:53 p.m., offering 13-hours and nine-minutes of daylight.

Tides, Coos Bay, OR
Tides for the Coos Bay, OR Estuary, Thursday, April 9, 2026 – Low tide: 12:09 a.m., 3.54 ft.; High tide: 6:12 a.m., 6.16 ft.; Low tide: 1:50 p.m., 0.91 ft.; High tide: 9:01 p.m., 4.79 ft.

Coos Co.
Coos Co. Board of Commissioners work session, “Virtual Only”, Thursday, April 9, 2026 – 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Earthquake
Another earthquake was recorded west of the Central Oregon Coast, Wednesday, April 8, 2026 – near the outer fault line of the two that run parallel with the Oregon Coast. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the 3.9-magnitude quake was located at a depth of six-miles. A 4.0-magnitude was recorded in the same area Tuesday.

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: 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.

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. A Novel Idea Book Club, Thursday, April 9 at 2:30 PM. Discuss The Cat Who Saved Books by S?suke Natsukawa.

CBPL Events
Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay, OR - Rewilding Words: Writing Workshop with Ellen Waterston, Thursday, April 9 in the Myrtlewood Room, 4:00pm – 5:30pm. Oregon's Poet Laureate! For decades, Ellen Waterston has dedicated herself to writing and advocating for the literary arts in the high desert region of Oregon, all the while continuing to write poetry and nonfiction works that have evolved into essential reading about Oregon and the West. As an award-winning high desert author and poet Waterston has published five poetry and four literary nonfiction titles, including, most recently, As Far as I Can Anthem, Poems (2026), We Could Die Doing This (2024), and Walking the High Desert (2020). Her awards include the Soapstone Bread and Roses Award, the Stewart H Holbrook Award, an honorary PhD in the Humane Letters from Oregon State University Cascades, and individual artist fellowships from Diderot, Fishtrap and the Oregon Arts Commission. Join us for a free writing workshop with Ellen Waterston! Supplemented with handouts and using a variety of in-class approaches, this workshop will return writers of poetry and prose to the page with renewed commitment and inspiration. Age Bracket: Teens & Adults; The Poetry Express: Presentation & Reading with Ellen Waterston; Thursday, April 9 in the Myrtlewood Room, 6:00pm – 7:00pm; Oregon's Poet Laureate! In 2024, Waterston was named to a two-year term as the eleventh Poet Laureate of Oregon. Having so far visited twenty-two out of thirty-six counties across Oregon’s 96,000 square miles, Ellen Waterston will reflect on her first term and the Poetry in Public Places initiative she has underway statewide. Her presentation will also include readings of her work and others, including poems by students she has met during her travels. The Poetry Express! In 2024, Waterston was named to a two-year term as the eleventh Poet Laureate of Oregon. Having so far visited twenty-two out of thirty-six counties across Oregon’s 96,000 square miles, Ellen Waterston will reflect on her first term and the Poetry in Public Places initiative she has underway statewide. Her presentation will also include readings of her work and others, including poems by students she has met during her travels. Age Bracket: Teens & Adults.

Ellen Waterston (2 Events): Writing Workshop & Reading with Oregon’s Poet Laureate
CBPL release - Coos Bay Public Library, in partnership with Oregon Humanities, will co-host two events with Oregon’s Poet Laureate, Ellen Waterston of Bend, Oregon. Both events will be held on Thursday, April 9. Waterston will hold a writing workshop, Rewilding Words, from 4:00pm-5:30pm and a reading presentation, The Poetry Express, at 6:00pm. 4:00pm Workshop will return writers of poetry and prose to the page with renewed commitment and inspiration. Then, at 6:00pm, Waterston will reflect on her first term and the Poetry in Public Places initiative she has underway statewide. Her presentation will also include readings of her work and others, including poems by students she has met during her travels. Both programs will be held in the Myrtlewood Room at the Coos Bay Public Library. Events are FREE and open to everyone! Join us!

One Coast, One Book
CBPL release - The Coos Bay Public Library is proud to be part of the inaugural session of the largest book club on the West Coast. The One Coast, One Book book club has gathered people from the coasts of Washington, Oregon, and California in joining together to read a single book. For this first ever event, George Takei’s book, They Called Us Enemy has been selected. This graphic memoir recounts George Takei’s childhood experience of incarceration alongside more than 120,000 people of Japanese descent, most of whom were U.S. citizens, following Executive Order 9066 in 1942. As part of this special event this book is available in unlimited quantities to our patrons through the Libby app. We hope you will join us in reading this powerful book and attend the activities that we will be hosting that will help broaden our understanding of this dark time in American history such as a screening of Allegiance, a recording of the Broadway musical based on George Takei’s experience in the prison camps, a discussion meeting where we will discuss the book while enjoying snacks, and a live viewing party of the George Takei with the LA County Library Director, Dr. Skye Patrick, and the Long Beach Public Library Director, Cathy de Leon. Please check the coos bay library calendar for these events in May!

North Bend Public Library Joins One Book, One Coast, the West Coast’s Largest Book Club
NBPL release - The North Bend Public Library is proud to participate in One Book, One Coast, a regional reading initiative led by the Los Angeles County Library that connects more than 130 library systems across California, Oregon, and Washington. This year’s selection is They Called Us Enemy by George Takei, Steven Scott, and Justin Eisinger and illustrated by Harmony Becker. Through this shared reading experience, communities are encouraged to explore themes of identity, patriotism, family, loyalty, and resilience while strengthening connections through dialogue and learning. How to Participate: Physical copies of They Called Us Enemy are available from the Coastline Library District. April 1 through June 6, unlimited digital copies of the eBook in English and Spanish are available through the Libby app by OverDrive. Beginning on Monday, April 6, a limited number of free copies of They Called Us Enemy will be available at the North Bend Public Library, while supplies last. In-Person Book Discussion: The North Bend Public Library will host an in-person book discussion on Friday, May 1 at 1:00 PM. Author Talk with George Takei (Virtual Event): To close the program, George Takei will appear for a special author talk on Sunday, May 31 at 2:00 PM. The event will be livestreamed on YouTube, allowing readers across the region to participate together. Registration is available at https://tinyurl.com/4xpe8pwr. Event Details: What: One Book, One Coast Community Read – They Called Us Enemy; Book Giveaway: Begins April 6 (while supplies last); In-Person Discussion: Friday, May 1 at 1:00 PM; Virtual Event with George Takei: Sunday, May 31 at 2:00 PM; Where: North Bend Public Library; Who: Geared towards teens & adults; Cost: Free; In collaboration with: Los Angeles County Library.

Invasive golden mussels intercepted on incoming watercraft at Ashland inspection station
ODFW release - SALEM, Ore. – ODFW staff at the Ashland Boat Inspection Station found golden mussels on a watercraft that was being transported to a new owner from the Sacramento River Delta to Oregon on April 4. The watercraft was decontaminated at the inspection station and all golden mussels attached to the boat were properly disposed. This is the first detection of adult golden mussels being transported into Oregon. Golden mussels were detected for the first time in North America in 2024 and the threat to Oregon is very serious. Golden mussels are similar to zebra or quagga mussels, but they can establish in a much wider range of temperatures and can tolerate some water salinity. They feed heavily on microscopic aquatic plants and animals that are essential food sources for native species and sport fish. Invasive freshwater mussels can damage water infrastructure, such as irrigation and hydropower systems, and also degrade water quality and limit recreational activities such as fishing and boating. “Early detection like this shows how critical watercraft inspections are to protecting our fisheries, infrastructure, and agriculture,” said ODFW Invasive Species Coordinator Keith DeHart. “We are grateful for the boat owner’s cooperation throughout the inspection and decontamination process. Their willingness to follow regulations and assist staff played an important role in helping prevent the potential spread of invasive mussels into Oregon’s waters.” It is the law in Oregon that any vehicle transporting a watercraft is required to stop at any open watercraft inspection stations for aquatic invasive species inspections. Watercraft owners should be aware of where inspections stations are located around Oregon. Stations are open if orange, "Boat Inspection Ahead," signs are posted, followed by "Inspection Required for All Watercraft." Visit MyODFW.com for more information about the Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention Program and Waterway Access permits. ODFW, in partnership with the Center for Lakes and Reservoirs at Portland State University, has not detected invasive freshwater mussels in any of Oregon's waterways thanks to responsible boaters and inspection station crews. However, Oregon is still at risk of an invasion. In 2025 crews decontaminated 12 watercraft carrying invasive freshwater mussels and intercepted an additional 295 watercraft for other types of aquatic biofouling such as Eurasian Watermilfoil. Since the start of the Watercraft Inspection Stations program in 2010, ODFW has inspected 246,748 watercraft and intercepted 185 watercraft with invasive freshwater mussels and 3,758 watercraft with other types of aquatic biofouling. Last month, quagga mussels were found on a watercraft entering Oregon, the first confirmed instance in 2026 of invasive freshwater mussels being detected on a boat entering the state. Inspection station locations and operating hours: Ashland: I-5 at the Ashland Port of Entry. Open daily, year-round, during daylight hours. Ontario: I-84 at the Ontario Rest Area. Open daily, year-round, during daylight hours. Seasonal inspection stations located in Brookings, Klamath Falls, Umatilla, and at Owyhee Reservoir will be opening the first week of May. ODFW will also have roving inspection crews working boat ramps and other access points around the state this year. If you find invasive freshwater mussels on a vessel, please help protect Oregon and report them to the Oregon Invasive Species hotline by calling 1-866-INVADER or visiting https://oregoninvasiveshotline.org.

DINT Target Patrols in Roseburg
DINT release - The Douglas Interagency Narcotics Team (DINT) has completed its first round of targeted enforcement patrols in the City of Roseburg, following community concerns about criminal activity in key areas of the city. Throughout early 2026, the Douglas County Board of Commissioners (BOC) received input from community members and local businesses regarding increased criminal activity in downtown Roseburg, as well as in public parks and sports fields. The BOC relayed these concerns to the team. DINT had also independently received ongoing reports of narcotics-related activity in the same areas. While DINT’s primary focus remains identifying and investigating high-level drug distributors in Douglas County, the agency’s mission includes working collaboratively with the community, businesses, and law enforcement partners to reduce illegal narcotics activity and maintain a safe environment for residents. Based on the information gathered and its specialized investigative capabilities, DINT determined it could effectively contribute to addressing these localized concerns. In coordination with the BOC, DINT developed a plan to conduct targeted enforcement operations without disrupting DINT’s other ongoing investigations. The BOC provided funding and support to implement this enforcement. DINT met with the Roseburg Police Department (RPD) and discussed crime areas and issues in which the department was responding to. With this information, DINT partnered with the RPD, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO), and the Douglas County District Attorney’s Office to carry out the operation. Between March 31, 2026, and early April 2026, DINT conducted four days of targeted enforcement, with each operation lasting approximately four to five hours. Enforcement efforts focused on the downtown, Harvard, and Garden Valley areas of Roseburg. As a result of these operations, multiple arrests were made involving charges such as Felony Theft I, Unlawful Use of a Motor Vehicle, Possession of Methamphetamine, and Delivery of Methamphetamine. The following cases were among those addressed: DINT 26-0048: 1 arrest – Disorderly Conduct / Possession of Methamphetamine; DINT 26-0049: 1 arrest – Theft I / Unlawful Use of a Motor Vehicle; DINT 26-0050: 1 arrest – Theft I / Unlawful Use of a Motor Vehicle / Possession of Methamphetamine; DINT 26-0052: 1 arrest – Theft I / Unlawful Use of a Motor Vehicle; DINT 26-0053: 1 arrest – Theft I / Unlawful Use of a Motor Vehicle / Delivery and Possession of Methamphetamine; DINT 26-0055: 1 arrest – Theft I / Unlawful Use of a Motor Vehicle / Possession of Methamphetamine; DINT 26-0056: 3 pending arrests – Criminal Trespass II / Theft III / Littering / Possession of Methamphetamine; DINT 26-0057: 1 arrest – Theft I / Unlawful Use of a Motor Vehicle / Possession of Methamphetamine; DINT 26-0058: 1 arrest – Theft I / Unlawful Use of a Motor Vehicle / Possession of Methamphetamine; DINT 26-0059: 1 arrest – Outstanding Warrants (2) / False Information to Police / Identity Theft / Delivery and Possession of Methamphetamine. All cases are being prosecuted by the Douglas County District Attorney’s Office, with investigative assistance from RPD and DCSO. During the operations, detectives were contacted by numerous community members and business owners who reported recent incidents of theft, vandalism, and related criminal activity within the targeted areas. The enforcement effort had an immediate impact, with increased awareness of law enforcement presence in the area contributing to disruption of criminal activity. DINT wants to emphasize that these operations will continue. “Individuals engaging in criminal activity should be aware that targeted enforcement efforts will remain ongoing. DINT will continue working closely with our local partners to enhance public safety and maintain a secure environment for the residents of Douglas County.”

PCS
According to an entry on the NBPD log for April 7, 9:49 a.m., 1700 block Sheridan, 23-year old Angelina Grace Shaw charged with PCS Meth, “Shaw cited in lieu of custody.”

Counterfeit
According to an entry on the NBPD log for April 7, 12:02 p.m., 3303 Broadway Ave., McDonald’s, “counterfeit money.”

Illegal Camping, NB
According to an entry on the NBPD log for April 7, 9:57 p.m., Boardwalk, 44-year old Michael Gertson, “Ticket.”

Unlawful Vehicles, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for April 7, 2:33 a.m., Noble & So. Empire, “unlawful vehicle.” At 8:04 a.m., No. Morrison, “unlawful vehicle.”

Illegal Camping, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for April 7, 7:46 a.m., So. 6th & Bennett, 37-year old Sheri Harris, “Ticket.” At 9:34 a.m., Empire Lakes, John Topits Park, “illegal camping.” At 5:19 p.m., 100 block Hall Ave., “illegal camping.” AT 10:18 p.m., 135 So. Wall St., Ed Lund Park, “illegal camping.”

Theft
According to an entry on the CBPD log for April 7, 10:33 a.m., 920 Newmark Ave., Samuel’s Automotive, “theft from vehicle.”

VRO
According to an entry on the CBPD log for April 7, 11:43 a.m., 200 block So. 7th St., “result of VRO,” 25-year old Cash Robert Hutchinson charged with 57-counts of Violation of Restraining Order, “Hutchinson transported to CCJ.”

UEMV
According to an entry on the CBPD log for April 7, 4:55 p.m., 1988 Newmark Ave., SWOCC, “unlawful entry into MV.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for April 7, 7:03 p.m., 525 Anderson Ave., CBPL, 49-year old Aaron Steinmetz arrested on warrants charging FTA on Resisting Arrest & Criminal Trespass II; also, FTA on FTA II, “Steinmetz transported CCJ.”

WX
A mix of clouds and sunshine this morning along the South Oregon Coast, followed by increasing clouds with showers developing by the afternoon. Highs in the low to mid 60s and winds from the Northeast at first, then shifting to the Northwest at 10-15 mph. Cloudy tonight with mist and reduced visibilities, lows near 50 and winds light and variable. Cloudy with showers on Friday, highs in the upper 50s and winds out of the West to Southwest at 5-10 mph.

Sports

BVB results
Prep boys’ volleyball scores from Wednesday, April 8 – 4A/3A/2A/1A: At North Bend, Bulldogs beat Cottage Grove, 3-1 and Creswell/Pleasant Hill, 3-1. No scores on Marshfield’s matches.

Prep GFFB
Girls’ flag football schedules for Thursday, April 9 – North Bend/Marshfield vs. Eagle Pt., 6p, at Grants Pass. At 7:30p, North Bend/Marshfield takes on GP. Also, Junction City at Marist Catholic, 8:30p. Crewell at Marist Catholic, 6p. Coquille vs. Eagle Pt., 6p, GP and Coquille vs. GP, 6p.

Prep SB Scores
Prep softball scores from Wednesday, April 8, 2026 – 4A: Non-league – Estacada won at Seaside, 21-4. Newport fell at Gladstone, 15-0. 3A: SD3 – Taft won at Amity, 18-6. Non-league – Siuslaw won at Creswell, 14-10, but lost the second game, 20-5.

Prep SB Schedules
Prep softball schedules for Thursday, April 9, 2026 – 4A: Cowapa Lg. – St. Helens at Scappoose, 5p. Non-league: Seaside at North Marion, 5p. Astoria at Banks, 4:30p. Gaston at Tillamook, 5p. 3A: SD1 – Warrenton at Corbett, 3 & 5p. SD3 – Blanchet Catholic at Taft, 4:30p. Non-league – Brookings-Harbor at Illinois Valley, 4p. Coquille at Powers, 4p.

Prep BB Scores
Prep baseball scores from Wednesday, April 8, 2026 – 4A: Non-league – Junction City fell at Scappoose, 6-5. Banks lost at Astoria, 7-5. Seaside lost at Estacada, 3-2. 3A: SD1 – Rainier lost at Neah-Kah-Nie, 11-1. SD3 – Taft won at Dayton, 9-4. 2A/1A: Non-league – Reedsport won at North Douglas/Elkton, 8-4.

Prep BB Schedules
Prep baseball schedules for Thursday, April 9, 2026 – 3A: Non-league – Toledo at Siuslaw/Mapleton, 3 & 5p. Bandon at Brookings-Harbor, 4p. 2A/1A: Non-league – Nestucca at St. Paul, 4:30p.

SWOCC BB
Southwestern Oregon’s baseball team got an NWAC split with Lane at Eugene, Wednesday. Lakers fell in the opener, 15-2 (7), but won the nightcap, 2-1. SWOCC (9-13, 17-16) hosts Lane, Saturday, April 11, 1 & 4p.

UO BB
Another non-league game with Portland and another loss to the Pilots by the Oregon baseball team Wednesday, 13-9 at the Rose City. Ducks (8-4, 24-9) are back into Big 10 Conference play Friday, April 10, 5:05p, with a three-game series against No. 19 Nebraska, televised on the B1G+ Network.