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Sunrise/Sunset, Coos Bay, OR
Coos Bay, OR, Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 – Sunrise: 7:39 a.m., and Sunset: 4:40 p.m., offering nine-hours and one-minutes of daylight.

Tides Coos Bay, OR Estuary
Tides for the Coos Bay, OR Estuary, Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 – Low tide: 12:03 a.m., 0.53 ft.; High tide: 6:57 a.m., 6.86 ft.; Low tide: 12:57 p.m., 2.81 ft.; High tide: 6:27 p.m., 5.91 ft.

NBPL Events
North Bend Public Library, 1800 Sherman Ave., North Bend, OR. Lapsit Storytime (Under 2), Thursday, December 11, & 18 at 10:30 AM. Enjoy stories, music, & play designed to encourage early literacy skills. A Novel Idea Book Club, Thursday, December 11 at 1:00 PM. Help pick the 2026 A Novel Idea reads. Email [email protected] to attend.

OHA releases new data showing Oregon's maternal pertussis vaccination rate too low, especially in rural counties
OHA release - What you need to know: Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a bacterial infection that spreads easily through droplets when someone coughs or sneezes. Pertussis can cause severe disease in people of all ages, but babies are most at risk of serious illness, hospitalization and death from infection. Vaccination is important for people of all ages, and it's the best way to prevent severe disease and hospitalization. PORTLAND, Ore - Pertussis cases in Oregon have reached an all-time high, prompting state officials to urge people to make sure they and their families are up to date on vaccinations—especially those who are pregnant or spend time with babies—and take steps to reduce spread. In 2025, as of today—Dec. 10—Oregon Health Authority has received a record-high 1,475 reported cases of pertussis, also known as whooping cough, breaking the state's all-time annual record of 1,420, set in 1950. The current outbreak began in spring 2024, when Oregon recorded 1,252 pertussis cases by year's end. Other U.S. states have reported similar caseload spikes. Pertussis can cause severe disease in people of all ages, but babies are most at risk of serious illness, hospitalization and death from infection. To reduce that risk, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends every pregnant person receive a single dose of Tdap vaccine during their third trimester (weeks 27-36) to protect their newborn from pertussis. That's because babies' immune systems are too week to protect against infection until they get vaccinated at 2 months old. Spouses, partners, grandparents and any adult routinely in the baby's life should also consider receiving a Tdap dose at least two weeks before the baby is born. However, vaccination is important for people of all ages, and it's the best way to prevent severe disease and hospitalization. In addition to pregnant people, pertussis vaccination is recommended for infants and children starting at 2 months through 4 to 6 years old, adolescents at age 11 or 12, and any adult who has not previously been vaccinated. “I worry people may not fully appreciate the risk pertussis poses as case counts are rising, especially for babies and older adults," said Howard Chiou, M.D., Ph.D., medical director for communicable diseases and immunizations at OHA's Public Health Division. “One of the most important things someone can do to protect their newborn is to get the Tdap vaccine during pregnancy. Unfortunately, we've seen a statewide decline in maternal Tdap vaccination rates in Oregon, which is a dangerous trend."

Developments in North Bend
City Administrator's report to the City Council, Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025 - Visitor Information Center: T-Mobile and Hub Rest Area Development Bidding: Work will begin soon on the T-Mobile and Hub Rest Area Development in front of the Visitor Information Center. Bids are now open, and contractors are encouraged to submit proposals in accordance with the official Request for Bids. The project includes construction of major site improvements such as a concrete plaza, seat walls, a stage, parking compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act, sloping walkways, and landscape features. This work is the next step in the Visitor Information Center Site Improvement Plan and will create a dynamic space for community use, cultural programs, and visitor engagement. Bid information is available at: https://northbendor.municipalone.com/bid/322. The City of North Bend has received two grants supporting this development, and we thank T-Mobile and Travel Oregon for their support. (North Bend Strategic Plan: Economic Development). Urban Renewal Agency: What’s happening with the old Keizer Bros. Hospital/Coos County Courthouse Annex building? Short answer: we’re working to turn a 1923 hospital into safe, modern workforce housing for people who keep our community running – health care workers, teachers, logistics workers, and public safety staff. That takes time because state and federal rules are involved, and we have to do things in the right order. Here’s what has to happen before we can knock the building down: Historic review: Because the building is more than 100 years old, we must work with the State Historic Preservation Office and our Tribal partners to document its history and make sure nothing important is lost. Environmental check (HUD review): Federal housing funds require a full environmental review to be sure the site will be safe for future residents. Brownfield cleanup: The old hospital may have things like an underground fuel tank, lead paint and pipes, asbestos, and mold. That means we can’t just smash it with a wrecking ball — we have to do a special “wet” demolition to keep dust and contamination from spreading. Below-street utilities & traffic plan: Part of the building sits below street level, with utilities running through and around it. Engineers have to design how to safely disconnect and reroute water, sewer, stormwater, power, and sidewalks, and how traffic will be handled during and after construction. Engineering & funding plan: A licensed engineer team will be assembled to create pre-design plans for streets, utilities, and sidewalks around the site and helping the City line up state, federal, and urban renewal dollars to pay for those improvements. If we skip any of these steps, the City could lose funding or end up with unsafe housing — so we’re taking the time to do it right. What kind of housing is this? It helps to know the difference between three terms you might hear: Low-income housing: For households with very low incomes. Rents are usually tied to what a family can afford to pay, often using federal vouchers. Affordable housing: A broader term that usually means rent is kept at a level that doesn’t eat up more than about one-third of a household’s income. The North Bend City
Coos-Curry Housing Authorities focuses on these low-income and affordable units. Workforce housing (this project): For people who work full-time – like nurses, teachers, logistics, and first responders – who earn too much to qualify for traditional low-income housing, but still struggle with today’s market rents. This project is meant to help those “in-between” workers live close to where they work. So, if it feels like “nothing is happening” at the old hospital, a lot is actually going on behind the scenes: engineers, historians, environmental specialists, Tribal partners, and funding agencies are all doing their part so that, when demolition starts, we can safely build quality homes for local workers. We’ll keep sharing updates as this moves forward. Thank you for your patience while we turn a worn-out landmark into new homes for the people who serve North Bend every day.

SWOCC Recipient of ODVA Campus Veteran Resource Centers Grants
The Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs (ODVA) is pleased to announce it has awarded grants totaling $800,000 to expand campus veteran resource centers and enhance services for student veterans at Oregon’s public universities and community colleges. These centers play a key role in helping veterans make the transition from military service to college life and pursue their educational and career goals. The purpose of the Campus Veteran Resource Center Grant Program is to strengthen existing campus resources by funding innovative and impactful projects that improve the lives of student veterans and support their success. A record 19 of Oregon’s 24 eligible public universities and community colleges applied for grants during this cycle, reflecting a broad commitment to serving student veterans across the state. All 19 institutions that applied received a portion of the available funds. This level of participation demonstrates the strong, continued partnership between ODVA and Oregon’s higher education community in ensuring that veterans have access to the tools and support they need to thrive. Awardees include Blue Mountain Community College, Central Oregon Community College, Chemeketa Community College, Clackamas Community College, Columbia Gorge Community College, Eastern Oregon University, Klamath Community College, Lane Community College, Linn-Benton Community College, Mt. Hood Community College, Oregon Institute of Technology, Oregon State University, Portland Community College, Portland State University, Rogue Community College, Southern Oregon University, Southwestern Oregon Community College, University of Oregon, and Western Oregon University. The proposed projects were evaluated by a committee composed of veterans’ service officers, current and former student veterans, education partners, and others who provide direct services to veterans. “Student veterans enrich our campuses and our communities with their leadership, discipline, and life experience,” said Dr. Nakeia Daniels, director of the Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs. “Yet we know that navigating higher education after military service can bring unique challenges. Veteran resource centers provide a place where student veterans can connect with one another, access benefits and support, and build the foundation for success—both in school and beyond the uniform.” Highlights of funded projects include: Support for campus veteran coordinator and outreach positions to help ensure student veterans can access the benefits and services they have earned. Creation of peer mentor programs and other peer support services to strengthen connection and retention among student veterans. Purchase of technology and electronic equipment for student use. •Programs to address student veteran food insecurity, mental health, transportation, and other urgent needs. Veteran-focused events, ceremonies, career fairs, and skill-building workshops. Marketing and outreach to engage historically underrepresented and underserved student veteran populations. More information about this grant program can be found on ODVA’s website at www.oregon.gov/odva/agency-programs/grants/Pages/Campus-Grant.aspx.

Veterans can ring in the new year with a new Oregon veteran recognition plate for their motorcycles and mopeds
DMV release - SALEM – Starting Jan. 1, 2026, veterans will be able to purchase veteran recognition plates for their motorcycles and mopeds. The new plates are a result of Senate Bill 159. Oregon Driver and Motor Vehicle Services has offered veteran recognition plates for passenger vehicles since 2008 as a joint effort between Oregon Department of Transportation and Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs. The new smaller plate features an American flag on a white background, a four-letter configuration and “VETERAN” on the bottom center. The same plate design will be used for both motorcycles and mopeds. Drivers receive one plate for the back of the vehicle and cannot add their own decal to the plate. Fees for the new plate will be the standard plate fees or replacement plate fees for motorcycles or mopeds with an additional surcharge of $2.50 per plate per year. Net proceeds of the surcharge go to the Oregon Veterans’ Homes Trust. Veteran recognition plates are only issued to qualifying veterans with proof of honorable military service. Historically, to qualify for a Veterans Recognition license plate, applicants must present a DD214/215 or WD AGO Form 53 as proof of veteran status. House Bill 2559, passed in 2025, authorizes a Summary of Benefits Letter issued by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as an additional acceptable proof of veteran status. DMV will now accept the summary of benefits letter as stand-alone proof of veteran status to add the veteran designation to a driver’s license, permit or ID card, and for the following plates: service branch, blank, motorcycle/moped and Vietnam Veterans of America. DMV will also accept a DD214/DD215 and WD AGO Form 53.

Quake
A 3.6-magnitude earthquake was recorded Wednesday, Dec. 10, at the southern end of the two fault lines that run parallel with the Oregon Coast. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the quake was located west of Petrolia, CA, near Cape Mendocino in Northern California.

Rule Advisory Committee on Drone Use in Oregon State Parks
OPRD release - SALEM, Oregon— The Drone Rule Advisory Committee will hold its second meeting to review drone use in state parks, discuss goals for safe and responsible operation and begin providing feedback on draft proposed rules for drone takeoff and landing at Oregon State Parks and the ocean shore. The Rule Advisory Committee will meet for its second meeting 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11. The public can watch the livestream on YouTube on OPRD Director’s Office live channel. A recording will be available after the meeting. The Rule Advisory Committee includes representatives from recreation user groups, conservation organizations, natural resource specialists and other stakeholders. Staff will review feedback from the committee, amend the draft as needed and then open the draft rules for public comment this winter. Staff will review public feedback, amend the draft as needed and then present the rules to the Oregon State Parks and Recreation Commission for adoption. The goal is to have a final set of regulations ready for implementation by Spring of 2026. Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) previously discussed drone takeoff and landing in early 2022. OPRD paused the rulemaking process after it generated a lot of public feedback both in support and against the proposed rules. OPRD convened a work group to draft criteria and maps where drones should be allowed to take off and land at state parks and along the ocean shore. The work group included representatives from conservation organizations, drone enthusiasts and trail-user groups. It helped develop proposed standards that identify areas where drone use should be permitted or restricted. The group’s work helped inform the proposed draft rules on drone takeoff and landing now under discussion.

Fish & Wildlife Commission meets in Salem
ODFW release - SALEM, Ore.—The Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission will meet Thursday and Friday, Dec. 11-12 to set 2026 groundfish regulations and hear an informational briefing on the barbless hook requirement for Columbia River recreational fisheries. Both a Dec. 11 workshop and Dec. 12 meeting will be in a?hybrid format, allowing for both in-person participation at the meeting location (4034 Fairview Industrial Drive SE) or online participation. The workshop and meeting will also be livestreamed from the?Commission page. Thursday’s workshop starts at 1 pm and will cover the topic of predators, prey and landscape scale changes driving populations. No public testimony will be taken during the workshop. Friday’s meeting begins at 8 a.m. To testify in person, sign up at the meeting. Key agenda items include: Groundfish Regulations for 2026 - Several nearshore groundfish species — like rockfish, cabezon, greenlings, and lingcod — are managed by both state and federal agencies. Key proposed changes for 2026 are: Lingcod: The daily catch limit would increase from?2 to 3 fish under the staff proposal, since their populations are healthy and bycatch of yelloweye rockfish (a protected species) is still low. Rockfish: The black rockfish harvest guideline for 2026 is slightly higher than last year but remains below levels prior to 2024. Under the staff proposal, the daily limit for marine rockfish would stay at?4 fish all year, with a sub bag limit of 2 canary rockfish. In 2025, the planned?5-fish summertime limit?had to be reduced to?3 fish in September?because of high fishing activity and success. ODFW is working with coastal anglers to understand their preferences for managing black rockfish which are the main driver of the general marine bag limit and season. Some are now leaning toward?higher daily limits, even if it means a?shorter season?— which could influence future rules. A 2023 stock assessment for both black rockfish and canary rockfish resulted in a reduced quota for Oregon’s fisheries. ODFW’s new Ocean Endorsement taking effect Jan. 1, 2026 will help ODFW collect more data on black rockfish to increase confidence in survey data and hopefully increase the quota; the recent reductions in quota would have been larger but for ODFW assessment data. Columbia River barbless hook regulations - The Commission will receive an informational briefing on past and present hook regulations in Columbia River recreational salmon and steelhead fisheries, including considerations for future management. Removing the barbless hook rule could improve angler satisfaction by making it easier to land fish and ensure regulations are consistent between the mainstem and tributaries. However, it could also shorten season length for some fisheries in the Columbia River as handle rates and the incidental mortality rate used to estimate impacts for some stocks would increase. The barbless hook agenda item is informational only. No public testimony will be taken during this agenda item (though it can be offered during public forum or via email to [email protected]) and no rule-making on the issue will occur during the meeting.? 12-Year Assessment of the Lower Columbia River Conservation and Recovery Plan The Commission will hear a presentation on the 12-Year Assessment, which outlines progress and next steps for recovering salmon and steelhead in the lower Columbia River region — from Hood River to Youngs Bay and the lower Willamette River. Read the full assessment online and send comments to ODFW by Dec. 31 at: [email protected]. Commercial License and Permit Fees - The Commission will consider approving updates to commercial license fees, which haven’t changed since 2016. Due to rising costs and increased demands on the Marine Resources Program and others that manage commercial fisheries, current fees won’t be enough to support existing services after 2026. To address this, the Oregon Legislature approved phased fee increases of 12% in 2026, 4% in 2028 and 4% in 2030. The fees will support managing, monitoring and research for Oregon’s commercial fisheries, with revenue also supporting OSP in enforcing commercial fishery regulations. Oregon’s commercial fisheries brought in $177M in landings into coastal communities in 2024. Restoration & Enhancement Program - Approve grant funding recommended by the R&E board on projects to improve fisheries, fishing access and hatchery programs and appoint two new members to the R&E board. Access & Habitat Program - Approve grant funding recommended by the A&H board to expand hunter access to private land and improve wildlife habitat. Mandatory fish ticket reporting and catch/processor rules - Adopt rules to make reporting commercial landings on electronic fish tickets mandatory and to allow the landing of commercial catch by catcher processors into Oregon. Most commercial fishery data is already submitted electronically. The Commission may meet in executive session on two matters: 1) pursuant to ORS 192.660 (2)(f) to consider information or records that are exempt by law from public inspection, as well as to consult with legal counsel concerning legal rights and duties of a public body with regard to current litigation or litigation likely to be filed as authorized by ORS 192.660 (2)(h and 2) pursuant to 192.660 (2)(i) which allows the Commission to meet in executive session to conduct review and evaluate the employment-related performance of the chief executive officer of a public body, a public officer, employee, or staff member who does not request an open hearing. Members of the media can attend the Executive Sessions but may not report on anything heard during that session. Media wishing to attend should contact the Director's office at (503) 947-6044. 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 the Director’s Office at (503) 947-6044 (voice) or (503) 947-6042 (fax) at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.

Oregon Transportation Commission meets in Salem
ODOT release - SALEM — The Oregon Transportation Commission will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, Dec. 11 at 9 a.m. The meeting will be held in the Gail Achterman Conference Room of the Transportation Building, 355 Capitol Street NE. Items on the agenda include: Rose Quarter update: Receive an update on the I-5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project funding and project development progress, including next steps. HB 3991 Implementation: Receive a status update on efforts to implement HB 3991. Discuss implementation highlights and provide input. Strategic Action Plan Progress Report: Receive an update on the 2025 progress report of the 2024-2028 Strategic Action Plan, and a preview of next steps to adapt the plan to developments in 2025. Office of Engagement and Civil Rights updates. Receive an informational update on Workforce Development Programs and Small Business Development. Meeting materials are available on the OTC Website. How to watch or listen to the meeting: Join the meeting via YouTube Livestream: www.youtube.com/c/OregonDOT (closed captioning provided).

Lane Co. SO Suspending Contract with Flock Safety
The Lane County Sheriff’s Office is suspending its contract with Flock Safety for automatic license plate recognition (ALPR) cameras. The Sheriff’s Office still has not installed any cameras anywhere in Lane County. LCSO’s contract with Flock Safety was initiated after the Eugene Police Department and Springfield Police Department began work to install their systems. For an ALPR system to be most effective in preventing crime and holding offenders accountable, coordination between local agencies is paramount. Without other local networks to integrate with, LCSO is looking for ways to best utilize the resources that we have available to keep our residents safe. “We are still examining this type of technology and others in an effort to improve community and deputy safety,” said Sheriff Carl Wilkerson. “ALPRs have proven their benefit to our residents with the capture of multiple murderers over the past year.” The Oregon legislature is expected to examine the use of ALPR technology by law enforcement agencies in the next legislative session. As decisions made at the state level will likely impact local systems and policies, it will be beneficial to receive guidance prior to making a final determination on the use of ALPR technology. As our community continues to engage in conversation regarding this technology, the Sheriff’s Office will work with our residents and partner agencies to identify modern law enforcement tools and practices that meet our high standards of local control and privacy.

Elk Poacher, Lincoln Co.
OSP release - Lincoln County, Ore. (10 Dec. 2025) – Oregon State Police Fish and Wildlife Division is asking for the public's help to locate the person(s) responsible for the waste of one cow elk in Lincoln County near Waldport. On November 28, 2025, Fish and Wildlife troopers responded to a report of a dead cow elk in the Alsea Unit within the Siuslaw National Forest. The cow elk was found in a remote area near the end of U.S. Forest Service (USFS) Road 3462, off the main USFS 58 Boundary Road. The entire cow elk had been shot and left to waste. Additionally, the intestinal remains of a bull elk were discovered nearby, indicating that someone had likely shot and taken a bull elk from the same area around the same time. The investigation determined the elk were most likely shot sometime between November 22 and November 24. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Oregon State Police Dispatch at 1-800-452-7888, call *OSP (*677) from a mobile phone, or email [email protected]. Please reference case number SP25-482212.

Multiple Felonies Lead to Arrest at McCredie Hot Springs, Lane Co.
Lane Co. SO release - On December 9th at 2 a.m., Lane County Sheriff’s deputies responded to McCredie Hot Springs, 10 miles east of Oakridge, for a report of a dispute with shots fired. While deputies spoke with a witness in Oakridge, the suspect vehicle drove by on Highway 58. A deputy initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle. After a brief pursuit, the vehicle stopped in a driveway. The driver, Scott Alan Benson, 44, of Riddle, was uncooperative but detained without incident. A passenger in the vehicle was cooperative. The residence where Benson stopped was unrelated. Deputies observed a revolver on the seat of the truck. A search of the vehicle revealed two additional firearms, both rifles with homemade suppressors, and other evidence. After additional investigation, Benson, a felon, was arrested and lodged at the Lane County Jail on the following charges: - Three counts of Felon in Possession of a Firearm; - Unlawful Possession of a Firearm; - Felon in Possession of a Restricted Weapon; - Unlawful Possession of a Silencer; - Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine; - Attempt to Elude by Vehicle; - Recklessly Endangering Another Person. Benson was also lodged on a parole violation warrant on an original conviction of Felon in Possession of a Weapon and other charges. Due to the time of night and remote location of the call, several deputies remained on duty after their shifts to assist with the investigation and to provide patrol coverage for the greater Eugene/Springfield area. However, a burglary in progress was then reported north of Florence. The two remaining deputies responded, leaving no main office patrol deputies in the valley. Florence Police Department assisted with the burglary, which was mental health related and no arrest was made.

Honored for 25-years of Service
City of North Bend release - North Bend Fire & Rescue Lt. John Lucero was honored Tuesday night for 25 years of service to the city and its residents during a recognition ceremony at the North Bend City Council meeting. Fire Chief Jim Brown introduced Lucero and praised his longtime leadership and reliability, recalling a recent rope rescue standby call where Lucero arrived with his young granddaughter, Avery. As firefighters prepared for the incident, Brown said Avery summed up what every fire family understands when duty calls. “She kept saying, ‘Papa’s gotta go,’ and that’s something all of our families know as firefighters,” Brown said. “For 25 years, when something happens, he says, ‘gotta go,’ and everybody understands. We appreciate the dedication he has shown to the city. That’s one of the ways he’s a great leader.” Brown presented a plaque to Lucero recognizing “25 years of excellence,” noting that Lucero’s commitment and courage have made “a lasting difference in the lives of his fellow firefighters and the citizens he serves,” and that his service reflects the dedication and excellence that define the North Bend Fire Department. Lucero, speaking to the council, his colleagues and family members, said the people around him have made his career meaningful. “It’s been a wonderful career, and what makes it wonderful is, first of all, this family, which is everything to me, and then this family,” Lucero said, gesturing to both his relatives and fellow firefighters. “I’m super blessed. I’ve got the best wife in the world who supports me in everything, and you guys have just been wonderful.” Lucero said one of his favorite parts of the job has been mentoring newer firefighters and watching them advance. “My most favorite thing in the fire service is to work with the younger guys and gals and then watch them move on and start their own careers,” he said. “It is wonderful to see. I’m just very blessed to have friends and family that have supported me through everything. So thank you all — and there’s more to come.” The council and audience responded with applause in appreciation of Lucero’s 25 years of service to North Bend Fire & Rescue and the community it serves.

Disorderly
According to an entry on the CQPD log for Dec. 10, 12:23 a.m., 240 W. Hwy. 42, Hwy. Deli Mart, “subject causing problems, refusing to leave location,” 41-year old Cristina Lynn Lewis charged with Criminal Trespass II, “transported to Coos Co. Jail.

Illegal Camping, NB
According to an entry on the NBPD log for Dec. 9, 7:16 am., 1800 block Union Ave., “illegal camping,” 34-year old Jeremy Field & 43-year old Jeremy Lewis, both “Ticket.”

Arrest
According to an entry on the NBPD log for Dec. 9, 12:19 p.m., 1200 block Virginia Ct., Nathan E. Damewood III charged with five-counts Criminal Trespass 1st Degree, “Damewood transported to CCJ.”

Criminal Trespass
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Dec. 9, 6:46 a.m., 100 block So. Empire Blvd., “result of trespass,” 32-year old Brianna Carol Huntley charged with Criminal Trespass II, “Huntley transported to CCJ.”

Illegal Camping, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Dec. 9, 10:39 a.m., 2nd & Anderson, “illegal camping.” At 11:56 a.m., 3rd & Anderson, “illegal camping.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Dec. 9, 7:59 a.m., 29821 Ellensburg Rd., Curry Co. SO, 45-year old Glenn Allen Burkhow, Jr., arrested on OSP warrant.

Unlawful Vehicle, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Dec. 9, 11:37 a.m., 100 block No. 10th St., “unlawful vehicle.”

Disorderly
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Dec. 9, 11:51 a.m., 1775 Thompson Rd., BAH, “result disorderly conduct,” 42-year old Mitchell Wayne Bissonnette charged with Aggravated Harassment I, interfering with a Health Care Facility & Parole Violation, “Bissonnette transported to CCJ.”

Neighbor Dispute
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Dec. 9, 5:20 p.m., 1400 block Newmark Ave., “result dispute, neighbor,” 39-year old Jaclyn Nicole Reinbold charged with Criminal Mischief II, “Reinbold lodged CCJ.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Dec. 9, 7:42 p.m., 1100 block Newmark Ave., “ATL wanted subject,” 32-year old Brooklyn Dawne Toland arrested on CBPD warrant charging Probation Violation on FTA I, “Toland was lodged CCJ.”

Criminal Mischief
According to an entry on the CBPD log for Dec. 9, 10:43 p.m., 1400 block Newmark Ave., “subject throwing stuff at trailer,” 39-year old Jaclyn Reinbold charged with Criminal Mischief II, Disorderly Conduct II, “Reinbold lodged CCJ.”

WX
A Small Craft Advisory along the South Coast. Mostly cloudy skies early then becoming partly cloudy later in the day with highs around 60 and winds light and variable. Partly cloudy skies early tonight, then overcast later. Areas of dense fog with lows in the lower 40s and winds light and variable. Partly cloudy on Friday with highs in the upper 50s and winds light and variable.

Sports

Prep BBXB Polls
Despite falling to un-ranked 5A Churchill in Marshfield’s boy’s prep basketball season opener at historic “Mac Court” last weekend, the Pirates are hanging on to their pre-season top-ranking in the second week of the OSAA/Coach’s 4A Basketball Poll. Marshfield (0-1) is followed by Marist Catholic (1-0), Scappoose (2-1), Newport (1-0) and Madras (2-0) at No. 5. Also, from the Sky-Em Lg., along with Marshfield and Marist Catholic, Junction City (2-0) is in the top ten at No. 10. The OSAA/OnPoint Community Credit Union Boys 3A Basketball Tournament returns to the Bay Area, March 5-7. Valley Catholic (2-0), of Beaverton, is No. 1, followed by Westside Christian (2-1), Tigard, Cascade Christian (0-0), Medford, Oregon Episcopal School (2-0), Portland, and Riverside (2-1), Boardman, at No. 5. Taft (2-0), Lincoln City, is No. 8.

Prep gbxb scores
Prep girls’ basketball scores from Wednesday, Dec. 10 – 4A: North Bend beat visiting Ashland, 60-17. 3A: Neah-Kah-Nie lost at Nestucca, 58-54. Taft lost at Harrisburg, 49-29. 2A: Knappa lost at Naselle (WA), 43-42. Toledo lost at Santiam, 50-33.

Prep gbxb schedules
Prep girls’ basketball schedules for Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 – 4A: Westside Christian at Newport, 7p. Willamina vs. Astoria, at Dayton HS, 4:30p. 2A: Bandon at Powers, 7:30p.

Prep bbxb scores
Prep boys’ basketball scores from Wednesday, Dec. 10 – 3A: Neah-Kah-Nie won at Nestucca, 66-46. Taft won at Harrisburg, 46-37. 2A: Knappa won at Naselle (WA), 70-43.

Prep bbxb schedules
Prep boys’ basketball schedules for Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025. 4A: Westside Christian at Newport, 5:30p. 2A: Days Ck. vs. Bandon, Powers HS, 6p.

NFL Thursday Night Football
The Atlanta Falcons (4-9) play at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (7-6), Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025, in an NFL game televised on Amazon Prime, at 5:15p.

Mullens Receives 2025 Toner Award From NFF
UO release - Oregon's director of athletics was honored Tuesday for his oversight of UO athletics, and particularly football. By: Rob Moseley. LAS VEGAS — On a night when some of the biggest names in college football were honored, Oregon's athletic director had his moment in the spotlight. Tuesday's 67th annual National Football Foundation Awards Dinner at the Bellagio Hotel & Casino saw the induction of a new College Hall of Fame class that included such names as Nick Saban, Urban Meyer and Oregon's own Haloti Ngata. And it also saw UO director of athletics Rob Mullens honored with the John L. Toner Award, given annually since 1997 to an athletic director who demonstrates superior administrative abilities and shows outstanding dedication to college athletics, particularly college football. A former chairman of the College Football Playoff Selection Committee, Mullens has overseen a UO football program that has won six conference champions, the first in the Pac-10 in 2010 and most recently the 2024 Big Ten Championship. Those were accumulated under four different head coaches as Mullens navigated UO athletics and its football team through not only coaching changes but the move to a new conference, all while sustaining success unprecedented in the history of the program. Mullens was announced as the 2025 recipient of the John L. Toner Award in August, and was officially honored at Tuesday's NFF dinner. "Really it's a proxy for the team success that we've had," Mullens said. "Obviously if your organization is having success, and particularly in this instance football is having success, it takes an army to execute — particularly in this day and age. So I've been fortunate to be at a place where there's incredible support, great alignment and great teammates." The Toner Award was given in 2002 to Bill Byrne, who was athletic director at Oregon from 1984-92. The 2007 recipient was Florida's Jeremy Foley, who was in attendance to see Mullens honored Tuesday. "Obviously I'm a bit prejudiced because he's a good friend, but he's one of the best there is," Foley said. "Honest as the day is long, incredibly smart, incredible style in terms of the way he treats people, the way he makes decisions. I know how he feels about Oregon in terms of, it's a passion for him." Foley watched from afar over the past two years as Mullens oversaw the Ducks' move to the Big Ten. "Making a move like that takes courage, but you can't be in a chair like that — you can't be as successful as Rob is — without having courage," Foley said. "That's one thing he doesn't lack, is that. But he's authentic, never arrogant. He's the real deal. That's why I love him." Oregon won not only the conference's football title as first-year members in 2024-25 but seven others. And the Ducks have two already in 2025-26. "We're very fortunate to be members of the Big Ten, obviously," Mullens said."The sea was shifting, and to be able to have this opportunity, it's been even better than we could have ever imagined." It was bold leadership such as that which led the National Football Foundation to bestow the John L. Toner Award upon Mullens. "Rob Mullens has established himself as one of the most innovative and forward-thinking leaders in college athletics," NFF President & CEO Steve Hatchell said in announcing the honor in August. "He has guided Oregon through a remarkable era of on-field success while maintaining a steadfast commitment to academic excellence and the well-being of the Duck student-athletes. "Under his leadership, Oregon football consistently competed at the highest levels, earning multiple New Year's Six appearances, reaching two national championship games, and producing Campbell Trophy winners in Bo Nix and Justin Herbert. His bold leadership in guiding Oregon's move to the Big Ten underscores a career that truly reflects the spirit of the John L. Toner Award."