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Sunrise/Sunset, Coos Bay, OR
Coos Bay, OR, Wednesday, March 25, 2026 – Sunrise: 7:10 a.m. and Sunset: 7:35 p.m., offering 12-hours and 25-minutes of daylight.

Tides, Coos Bay, OR Estuary
Tides for the Coos Bay, OR Estuary, Wednesday, March 25, 2026 – Low tide: 12:14 a.m., 3.12 ft.; High tide: 6:28 a.m., 7.37 ft.; Low tide: 1:57 p.m., 0.01 ft.; High tide: 8:57 p.m., 5.17 ft.

Coos Bay Library Board
The Coos Library Board will be meeting on March 25th, 2026, at 1:00pm. You can visit our website at cooslibraries.org for a link to the full agenda. This meeting will be a hybrid meeting. The meeting can be viewed from our website link or attend in person at the Coos Bay Public Library.

CBPL events
Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay, OR - Storytime, Wednesday, March 25 in the Myrtlewood Room, 10:00am – 10:30am. 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. Teen Crafts After School, Wednesday, March 25 in the Cedar Room, 3:30pm – 4:30pm. Twice a month on Wednesdays, teens in the library after school are invited to join us in the Cedar Room for a craft. Each week will be a different craft. Teens who wish to simply socialize and work on their own crafts with the given supplies are invited to join as well. Ages 13-18. Age Bracket: Teens. Community Zumba, Wednesday, March 25 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.

NBPL events
North Bend Public Library, 1800 Sherman Ave., North Bend, OR - Dino-Party (ages 4-12), Wednesday, March 25 at 10:30 AM, Become a paleontologist! Investigate real fossils & create your own dinosaur imprints. The Museum of Natural & Cultural History’s Oregon’s Dino-Story Exhibit, Monday, March 23 through Saturday, April 11. Uncover the mysteries of Oregon during the age of the dinosaurs. Explore fossil evidence, dig into prehistoric time, & learn what makes a dinosaur a dinosaur.

Teens Invited to Code, Create, and Dance at Finch Robots: Dance Party Edition
NBPL release - The North Bend Public Library invites teens to combine creativity and technology at Finch Robots: Dance Party Edition on Wednesday, March 25 at 4:00 PM. During this interactive program, teens will learn the basics of coding by programming a Finch robot to dance to a song of their choice. Participants will experiment with movement, timing, and creativity as they bring their robot’s dance routine to life. No previous coding experience is required, making this a welcoming introduction to coding for beginners. This program is free, and all materials will be provided. Event Details: What: Finch Robots: Dance Party Edition; When: Wednesday, March 25 at 4:00 PM; Who: Teens ages 13-18; Where: North Bend Public Library; Cost: Free.

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. According to BACC Executive Director Rosey Thomas, the program will be “networking.”

Coos Bay Tree Board
The City of Coos Bay Tree Board will meet on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 – 12:00 PM, Council Chambers - 500 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon, Zoom Remote Attendance Link & You Tube Link Agenda: 1. Call to Order & Roll Call; 2. Public Comment; 3. Action Items: a. Annual Election for Chair & Vice Chair; b. Arbor Day 2026; c. ODOT Tree Removal Request; d. After the Fact Tree Removal for South 15th Street; e. Tree Removal Request for 768 9th Avenue; f. Appeal of the Decision for the Street Tree Removal Request at 305 S. 4th Street; 4. Board Member/Staff Closing Comments; 5. Adjourn.

DIY Birdhouse at CBPL
CBPL release - Friday, March 27 at 10:30 am, the Coos Bay Public Library, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, and South Slough Estuarine Reserve are teaming up to offer a birdhouse making program for kids ages 4-18. During the program, participants will build a birdhouse using a kit provided by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife and learn more about local birds from South Slough Interpretive Specialist Eric Dean. Limited space is available; pre-registration is required (call (541) 269-1101 x3606 or register on the library’s website at www.coosbaylibrary.org). Young people under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Free; all supplies provided. About the South Slough National Estuarine Center - Located five miles south of Charleston at the south end of the Coos Bay Estuary, the South Slough National Estuarine Reserve is one of 29 areas in the National Estuarine Research Reserve System. This reserve is managed by the Oregon Department of State Lands and is protected for long-term research, water-quality monitoring, education, and coastal stewardship. The NOAA Office for Coastal Management provides funding, national guidance, and technical assistance. Education Staff at the Reserve offer naturalist-led outdoor education both at the South Slough and throughout the community. For more information about the bat box program contact Jennifer at [email protected] or via phone at (541) 269-1101 x 3606. For additional information regarding current services being offered by the Coos Bay Public Library please contact the library by calling (541) 269-1101 or by visiting us online at www.coosbaylibrary.org.

Community Open House Notice
The City of Coos Bay and the International Port of Coos Bay are working to evaluate the feasibility of developing a ±100-acre site in Eastside to accommodate the City’s housing needs. We are inviting interested residents and other stakeholders to join us in two community open houses to learn about the project and background work completed to-date and to share your ideas for how to make the best use of this property. Please join us at the following: COMPLETED - Community Open House #1: Project background and scope, work completed to-date, summary of existing conditions, solicit ideas for future development - Community Open House #2: Discussion topics: Geotechnical findings, summary of financial analysis, discuss site development alternatives, Wednesday, March 25 at 6 p.m., Eastside Elementary School Cafeteria, 370 2nd Ave, Coos Bay, OR 97420. In addition, a project presentation will be given to the Oregon International Port of Coos Bay’s Board of Commissioners at their public meeting on March 19 at 11 a.m. at 125 Central Avenue, Suite 230, Coos Bay, OR 97420. Please reach out to Zach Pelz with questions at [email protected] or (503) 400-6028.

North Bend uses AI-assisted technology to assess city streets
City of North Bend release - Roadway review gives City a clearer picture of conditions, maintenance priorities - The City of North Bend has completed a citywide roadway scan using AI-assisted pavement assessment technology as part of a five-year contract with infrastructure technology company Cyvl, giving Public Works staff a more detailed look at the condition of streets across the community. According to information provided by North Bend Public Works Director Ralph Dunham, staff have finished scanning the City’s roadway network, uploaded the data, and returned the equipment to Cyvl. The next step is software implementation and integration, which will allow the City to complete its full report and analysis of roadway conditions. The assessment is significant for a city with a relatively small street maintenance team and an aging transportation system. North Bend’s Streets Division has four employees responsible for helping maintain approximately 57 miles of asphalt roads, 6 miles of concrete roads, and 7 miles of gravel roads. Many of those roads are more than 40 years old, and some of the City’s concrete streets are more than 70 years old. As part of the data collection effort, Streets Division employees Albert Gouley and Nathan Kelly drove every road in the city in January 2026. The technology captured updated 360-degree images at roughly 30-foot intervals, creating a detailed visual record of roadway conditions throughout North Bend. Early results show the City’s overall Pavement Condition Index, or PCI, score at 75, which indicates generally good overall conditions. At the same time, some road segments scored as low as 24, reflecting very poor conditions that will require attention. The PCI system is a widely used pavement rating method that scores roads on a 0-to-100 scale, with higher numbers indicating better condition. City materials explain that, as a general benchmark, roads with PCI scores of 80 or higher may not need significant maintenance for up to about 12 years. Roads scoring between 70 and 80 may be about six years away from major maintenance, while roads below 50 typically should be addressed sooner. The value of that information is not just in identifying the worst streets, but in helping determine which roads may benefit most from preventive maintenance before they deteriorate further. Transportation experts have noted that AI-assisted pavement assessment can reduce the time, labor, and subjectivity involved in traditional windshield inspections, while helping cities gather more consistent information about street conditions. Cyvl describes its platform as a tool that maps roads and related infrastructure assets and provides digital records, reports, and budgeting support for local governments. In North Bend, the current focus is pavement condition assessment and the creation of a more complete picture of the City’s roadway network. Once software implementation is complete, North Bend officials expect the final report and analysis to help guide future maintenance, repair, and replacement decisions across the street system. For residents, the effort offers a clearer explanation of how street priorities can be based on measured roadway conditions across the city rather than on isolated complaints or appearances alone.

SCHEC Seeks Volunteers
SCHEC release - We are inviting community members and partners to join us as volunteers for the Courageous Conversations Conference: Advancing Justice, Healing & Community Transformation. This is more than volunteering. It is an opportunity to help co-create a space rooted in connection, truth-telling, and collective care while supporting meaningful dialogue and community-led change. Gold Beach: April 10–11; Coos Bay: April 15–16. Volunteer Roles Include: • Registration & Welcome; • Room Support & Flow; • Speaker Support; • Info Table & Wayfinding; • Flexible Support (Runners). Volunteers will: • Attend the conference for free; • Receive training and support; • Be provided meals during their shift; • Gain experience in community-centered event work; • Help create an inclusive and accessible space. We are looking for folks who care about community, can show up with respect and presence, and want to support spaces for learning, healing, and growth. Sign up here: https://forms.office.com/r/Qcu49iNzrs Questions? [email protected] We would love to have you be part of building something bold, grounded, and rooted in community.

Total nonprofit hospital community benefit spending rebounded in 2024
OHA release - However, fewer individual hospitals and health systems met minimum spending requirements - What you should know: State law requires each nonprofit hospital or health system to spend a minimum amount on community benefit activities such as free and discounted care, health professional education and health research. 79.4% of Oregon hospitals met their unique minimum community benefit spending requirement in 2024. In 2024, Oregon’s nonprofit hospitals collectively spent a total of $2.2 billion on community benefit activities, about 12.1% more than the year before. PORTLAND, Ore. – After spending less the year before, Oregon hospitals and health systems collectively spent more on free or discounted health care, health education and research, donations and other community benefit activities during the 2024 fiscal year, according to a new Oregon Health Authority (OHA) data brief. At the same time, fewer individual hospitals and health systems met their state community benefit spending requirements in 2024. “Hospitals are essential partners in helping everyone in Oregon lead healthy lives,” said Clare Pierce-Wrobel, director of OHA’s Health Policy and Analytics Division. “While health care faces many challenges, OHA applauds each hospital’s continued investments in valuable community services like vaccine clinics and blood pressure management workshops.” Nonprofit hospitals are required to provide community benefit activities to maintain their tax-exempt status. Just two Oregon hospitals – or about 3% of the state’s hospitals – are for-profit, while about?20% of U.S. hospitals are for-profit. The state’s nonprofit hospitals spent about $2.2 billion on community benefit activities in 2024, increasing 12.1% from the year before and returning to approximately the same amount as in 2022. This spending had previously decreased 8.7% in 2023, which was the first time it had declined in nearly a decade. Meanwhile, only 79.4% of Oregon’s nonprofit hospitals and health systems spent enough to meet their unique state community benefit requirement in 2024. In 2023, 97.4% did. Charity care is small portion of hospital expenses - The vast majority of statewide hospital community benefit spending continues to be unreimbursed care, or health care for which hospitals are not reimbursed enough to fully cover costs. In 2024, 76.5% of total hospital community benefit spending – $1.7 billion – was unreimbursed care. Most of that– about $991.9 million– was for unreimbursed care provided to Medicaid enrollees, followed by $308.7 million for community health services that were provided at a loss, and $299.3 million for free or discounted care provided to low-income patients, which is also known as charity care. Charity care has remained a consistently small portion of total operating expenses at Oregon hospitals. Charity care made up 1.5% of all hospitals’ combined operating expenses in 2024, compared to a low of 1.2% in 2023 and a high of 2.0% in 2019. About 23.5% of Oregon hospitals’ total 2024 community benefit spending – $525.9 million – involved direct spending. That included $313.7 million to educate doctors, nurses and other health professionals, $104.3 million to conduct health research, and $28.1 million to make cash or in-kind donations. Nearly 80% of hospitals met state targets - Since 2022, state law has required Oregon’s nonprofit hospitals to spend a minimum amount on community benefit activities. OHA assigns each hospital or health system a unique spending floor based on their historic spending and financial performance. Spending floors are updated every two years and typically grow as a hospital’s total expenses increase. In 2024, 79.4% of the state’s nonprofit hospitals and health systems met their minimum community benefit spending targets. That was a substantial drop from 2023, when 97.4% of hospitals met their spending floors, and 2022, when 92.1% did. Individual hospital or health system spending ranged from 69.9% to 1,057.3% of their assigned community benefit spending floor in 2024. More information is available on the OHA Hospital Community Benefit Reporting webpage, including an interactive dashboard that allows users to compare collective and individual hospital community benefit spending over time.

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: Manzanita - Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | 3:30 – 5 p.m., Pine Grove: 225 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, OR 97130. Tillamook - Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., Tillamook Library: 1716 3rd St., Tillamook, OR 97141. 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.

Southwestern Foundation and Oregon Coast Culinary Institute Announce 2026 Winemaker’s Dinner with Abacela Winery
SWOCC release - Coos Bay, OR – The Southwestern Foundation and Oregon Coast Culinary institute invite the community to an engaging evening of food and wine at the 2026 Winemaker’s Dinner, held in partnership with Abacela Winery on Saturday, May 16. Hosted at the Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI), this annual event brings together the community for a thoughtfully curated dining experience. OCCI Executive Chef Randy Torres and his culinary competition team will present a multi-course menu, with each dish paired alongside award-winning wines from Abacela Winery. Adding to the experience, Abacela Winery CEO Greg Jones will share the story behind the vintages, offering guests a deeper look into the distinct character of their unique wines. The evening is a blending of culinary artistry with firsthand insight from one of the region’s premier wineries. 100% of proceeds from the Winemaker’s Dinner directly support innovation and equipment needs within OCCI's program, helping ensure students continue to train in a modern kitchen and graduate prepared for careers in the food and hospitality industry. Tickets & Event Details: Date/Time: Saturday, May 16 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.; Location: 1988 Newmark Ave. in Coos Bay; Tickets: $190 per person. Limited seating. Visit www.socc.edu/give to reserve your seat or call 541-888-7209. About the SWOCC Foundation: Since 1962, the Southwestern Foundation has supported the College to improve people’s lives – socially, culturally, economically and educationally – through friend-raising and fundraising. The College serves Curry, Coos and western Douglas county residents’ needs for transfer degrees, high-skill job training and community classes. For more information about the foundation, visit www.socc.edu/foundation or contact the Foundation office at 541-888-7209 or [email protected].

Kids' Hope Center Benefit Dinner
A benefit dinner will be held April 11, 2026 for the Kids' Hope Center. It's the eleventh-annual fundraiser that will be held from 5 to 8 p.m., Wildflour Public House, downtown North Bend, 1987 Sherman Ave. (Hwy. 101, South). Doors open at 5 p.m., Dinner & Program at 6 p.m. Cost: $100 per ticket, $180 for two. Call (541) 266-8806 for more information, or to purchase tickets. The Kids' Hope Center - Healing - Outreach - Prevention - Education, Bay Area Hospital.

Another Weapon Against Oregon's Wildfires
OR Dept. of Forestry release - Prineville, Ore—The Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) is strengthening its statewide wildfire and emergency response capabilities with the addition of a new Multi-Mission Aircraft (MMA). “This is a significant advancement in how the agency detects, monitors, and responds to incidents across Oregon,” said Sarah Prout, ODF’s State Aviation Coordinator. This $13.23 million investment, including $12 million in legislatively approved bonds (2023) and $1.23 million from additional funding sources, builds on ODF’s long-standing aviation program that has enhanced wildfire detection and response for decades. The new aircraft is a Twin Otter airframe that replaces the agency’s long-serving Partenavia P.68 Observer aircraft which is retiring after more than 30 years of service. “This aircraft represents a major step forward for Oregon’s aviation program,” said Neal Laugle, State Aviation Manager for the Oregon Department of Forestry. The new $7.8 million dollar aircraft brings improved endurance, range, and payload capacity, allowing it to remain airborne longer, cover more ground, and transport more personnel and equipment when needed. However, the most significant advancement is the integration of $5.4 million in advanced sensing technology and mission systems, transforming the aircraft into a true aerial intelligence platform. Equipped with Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enabled wide-area mapping, high-definition thermal imaging, augmented reality mapping software, and night operations capability, the aircraft will allow ODF to identify and communicate emerging incidents more quickly, track fire behavior with greater precision, and maintain situational awareness during both daytime and nighttime operations. “It builds on decades of experience while bringing new capabilities that allow us to detect fires earlier, understand conditions in real time, and provide critical intelligence to firefighters and decision-makers on the ground when every minute matters,” said Laugle. During a typical wildfire detection mission, crews monitor weather forecasts and lightning activity to anticipate potential fire starts. As storms move through, lightning strike location data is captured and uploaded into the aircraft’s mapping software and mission planning tools. When conditions are safe, the aircraft is deployed to scan affected areas using onboard sensors and night vision goggles to detect new fire starts—often before they are visible to the public or reported through traditional means. Once a fire is identified, dispatch centers are notified so suppression resources can respond. “What makes ODF’s Multi-Mission Aircraft unique is the combination of advanced mission systems with night vision capability,” said Laugle. “When operating at night, NVGs allow our crews to detect subtle visual cues—like the flicker of a new fire start—that are often difficult or impossible to see with the naked eye. Paired with our onboard sensors, this significantly improves our ability to find and respond to fires at night.” Beyond wildfire response, the Multi-Mission Aircraft significantly expands Oregon’s all-hazards capabilities. The aircraft can support incidents such as floods, severe storms, search and rescue operations, and disaster damage assessment by rapidly collecting and sharing geospatial intelligence. “This capability will improve coordination across state agencies, local responders, and incident management teams—helping ensure a faster, more unified response during emergencies,” said Prout. The aircraft will support a wide range of mission sets, including: Wildfire detection and reconnaissance; Real-time situational awareness and mapping; Air Tactical Group Supervisor (ATGS) coordination; Movement of personnel and equipment; Support to non-fire and natural resource missions. It will also generate a suite of data products, including live-streamed video, recorded full-motion video, georeferenced imagery, and mapping data that can be rapidly shared across agencies to support decision-making. “ODF is coordinating closely with the Oregon Department of Emergency Management, Oregon State Fire Marshal, federal partners, and local agencies to ensure the aircraft is fully integrated into Oregon’s emergency response system,” said Sarah Prout. The new aircraft will be based at Prineville Airport in central Oregon. “We can easily reach all four corners of the state with relatively short flight times from Prineville,” said Laugle. “Also, lightning storm activity, that the aircraft tracks closely, is typically more frequent in eastern and southern Oregon so it makes operational sense to base it there.” The aircraft is currently undergoing final integration and testing in California. Once the aircraft is delivered, pilots and aerial observers will complete several weeks of training to ensure the aircraft and its systems are fully operational for the upcoming fire season. As wildfire seasons grow longer and more complex, continued investments like the Multi-Mission Aircraft will be critical. “The MMA positions Oregon to better meet evolving challenges—by leveraging advanced technology and decades of operational experience to protect communities, natural resources, and the landscapes that define the state,” said Sarah Prout. For more on ODF’s wildfire prevention and suppression efforts see: Oregon Department of Forestry : Fire : Fire : State of Oregon.

Menacing Suspect Arrested, Spencer Butte Park, Lane Co.
Lane Co. So. release - On March 21st at 7 p.m., Lane County Sheriff’s deputies responded to Spencer Butte Park in the 85300 block of S. Willamette Street, south of Eugene. Callers reported a male had been lying in the roadway, then swung a knife and threw a bottle at them when they attempted to make sure he was okay. He then entered a portable toilet nearby. When deputies arrived, the male, Enrique Larios, 28, of Mount Angel, swung the door open and yelled at them. He was uncooperative, and deputies had to usher parkgoers around the area so they could safely leave. Larios eventually complied with deputies. After additional investigation, he was arrested and lodged at the Lane County Jail for Menacing, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Disorderly Conduct, Resisting Arrest, and Criminal Mischief in the 2nd Degree. Thanks to Oregon State Police for their assistance on this incident.

Armed Barricaded Subject / Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Central Coast
Newport PD release - Location: Embarcadero Resort, 1000 SE Bay Blvd, Date/Time: March 21st, 2026 @ 0124 hours; Details: On March 21st at approximately 0124 hours, the Newport Police Department and Lincoln County Sheriff's Office responded to 1000 SE Bay Blvd. to the report of an intoxicated male firing a handgun inside of his room. The male, later identified as Johnson Rin, 44, of Portland, Oregon, had allegedly made threats towards family members who were staying with him in a condo, then intentionally discharged a firearm inside the condo. The family, including a young child, were able to flee the condo and call for help. Officers and Deputies quickly arrived and secured the scene. Investigation revealed that Rin had fired a handgun two times within the condo, once into the ceiling where guests were sleeping in a neighboring room, and once into a closet door. Officers spoke with Rin by phone and attempted to negotiate a peaceful surrender, Rin refused to comply and remained barricaded within his room. The Lincoln County Interagency Tactical Response Team (TRT) responded to assist. Guests from neighboring apartments were evacuated for their safety, while members of the Hostage Negotiator Team attempted to bring the event to a safe resolution. During the incident, TRT used their heavy armored vehicle to shield officers and citizens, and deployed multiple Noise Flash Diversionary Devices (NFDD or Flashbangs) in an attempt to gain compliance from Rin. At around 0800 hours, Rin complied with commands and surrendered to officers. Rin was lodged at the Lincoln County Jail. A search warrant was executed in Rin’s room. Officers located a 10mm Glock handgun, two spent shell casings, and two bullet holes. JOHNSON RIN, 44, OF PORTLAND, • Unlawful Use of a Weapon (firearm) x2; • Recklessly Endangering Another Person x8; • Menacing x3.

Criminal Trespass
According to an entry on the CQPD log for March 23, 11:26 a.m., 98 E. 1st St., Denny’s Pizza, 42-year old Cortny Ann Libbett charged with Criminal Trespass II, “transported to CCJ.”

Wanted
According to an entry on the NBPD log for march 23, 8:24 p.m., Lakeshore & Hayes, “located wanted subject on 2 NBPD warrants, and 1 CBPD warrant, as result of persons contact,” 53-year old Jerad Ryan Slagle arrested on NBPD warrant charging FTA on FTA II; FTA on Unlawful Possession of Meth; Unlawful Possession of Meth, “arrested and transported CCJ.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the NBPD log for March 24, 1:15 a.m., 1360 Airport Ln., NB, OSP Coos Bay Command, “located wanted subject by OSP on NBPD warrant,” 38-year old Marvin William Rowe arrested on NBPD warrant charging Theft II, “arrested by OSP.”

Illegal Camping, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 23, 6:33 a.m., 311 So. Broadway, Leaf’s Treehouse, “subjects camped/refusing to leave.” AT 6:53 p.m., 200 block So. 2nd St., “illegal camping.” On March 24, 2:58 a.m., 5th & Bennett, “illegal camping.”

Unlawful Vehicle, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 23, 7:15 a.m., 5th & Lockhart, “unlawful vehicle.”

Wanted
According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 23, 10:02 a.m., 900 block So. Broadway, 43-year old Matthew Warren Arnold arrested on CBPD warrant charging Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine, “Arnold transported to CCJ.”

Wanted
According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 23, 10:27 a.m., So. Empire & Michigan, “warrant service,” on 38-year old Steven Patrick Miller charging FTA on Theft III & Criminal Trespass I; FTA on FTA II; FTA on Felon in Possession of a Restricted Weapon & Criminal Trespass II; FTA on Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine; Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine, “Miller transported to CCJ.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 23, 1:42 p.m., 400 block No. Cammann St., “warrant service,” 31-year old Amanda Marie Sharp, FTA on Burglary II, Theft II, Possession of Burglary Tool or Theft Device, Criminal Mischief II, Interfering with Law Enforcement Animal, Interfering with Peace Parole & Probation Officer, Escape III & Giving False Info to Peace Officer in connection with a Citation/Warrant, “Sharp transported to CCJ.”

WX
A Small Craft Advisory along the South Oregon Coast. Overcast with rain showers at times, highs in the low to middle 50s and winds from the Southwest initially, then shifting to the Northwest at 10-20 mph. Partly cloudy skies tonight with lows in the mid to upper 30s and winds from the East to Northeast at 5-10 mph. Sunshine on Thursday with highs in the upper 50s and winds out of the Northeast at 10-20 mph.

Sports

Prep SB Scores
Rain was a disturbing factor among prep softball games Tuesday, March 24 – 4A: Junction City beat Newport, 14-3. Scappoose beat Marshfield, 20-0. Scappoose beat Henley, 6-4. St. Helens better Cascade, 5-1. St. Helens beat Glide, 9-4. North Bend/Reedsport beat Amity, 17-2 & Central/Falls City, 5-4. Marshfield downed Amity, 14-10. 2A/1A: Knappa swept two from Irrigon, 15-3 & 9-7.

Prep SB Schedules
Prep softball games for Wednesday, March 25 – 4A: Marist Catholic vs. Xavier Prep (CA). 2A/1A: Knappa at Heppner/Ione, noon & 2 p.m.

Prep BB Scores
Prep baseball scores from Tuesday, March 24 – 4A: Marist Catholic over Littleton (CO), 11-1 (6). Prospect Ridge (CO) over Scappoose, 7-4. Tillamook beat Sweet Home, 13-2. Astoria fell to Gladstone, 8-7. Newport beat Dallas, 15-3 (5). 3A: Elmira beat Coquille, 21-0 & 15-1. Kennedy beat Neah-Kah-Nie, 21-1. Brookings-Harbor lost to So. Umpqua/Day’s Ck, 10-4. 2A/1A – Toledo beat Santiam, 12-6. Nestucca over Spanish Springs (NV), 16-1 (5).

Prep BB Schedules
Prep boys’ baseball, Wednesday, March 25 – 4A: Marist Catholic vs, Pomona (CO), Coach Bob Invitational (AZ). Madras White Buffalo Tournament – Mazama vs. Seaside, 9:30 a.m. Riverhawk Baseball Invite, The Dalles, St. Helens vs. Philomath, 6:30 p.m.; Gladstone vs. Tillamook, 12:30 p.m.; Astoria vs. Henley, 6:30 p.m. 3A: Bandon at Siuslaw/Mapleton, noon & 2 p.m. Creswell Invitational, Brookings-Harbor vs. Creswell, 4 p.m. Stanfield/Umatilla Tournament, Neah-Kah-Nie vs. Riverside, 10 a.m. 2A/1A: Miner Tournament, Nestucca vs. Carson (NV), 12:30 p.m. UVC Spring Break, Myrtle Pt. vs. Oakland, 4:30 p.m.

SWOCC Sports
Southwestern Oregon’s softball team hosts Lower Columbia in an NWAC doubleheader, Wednesday, March 25, noon & 2 p.m. on the Coos Bay Campus. SWOCC’s baseball team hosts Umpqua in an NWAC doubleheader, Wednesday, March 25, noon & 3 p.m., also on the Coos Bay Campus.

UO BB
Oregon’s baseball team won a non-league game over UC San Diego, 6-0, Tuesday, La Jolla, CA. The Ducks (7-2, 20-4) take on UC San Diego again today, 3 p.m., televised on ESPN+.

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Oregon State’s baseball team beat USC, 12-4, at Los Angeles, Tuesday. The Beavers (18-5) host Mercer for three-games beginning Friday, March 27, 5:35 p.m., Goss Stadium, Corvallis, televised on Portland’s CW.