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Sunrise/Sunset, Coos Bay, OR
How about a 12-hour day? You got it! Coos Bay, OR, Tuesday, March 17, 2026 – Sunrise: 7:25 a.m., and Sunset: 7:25 p.m., offering 12-hours & one-minute.

Tides, Coos Bay, OR Estuary
Tides for the Coos Bay, OR Estuary, Tuesday, March 17, 2026 – High tide: 1:30 a.m., 6.56 ft.; Low tide: 7:14 a.m., 1.81 ft.; High tide: 1:11 p.m., 7.26 ft.; Low tide: 7:39 p.m., 0.16 ft.

CBPL Event
Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay, OR - Baby Storytime, Tuesday, March 17 in the Myrtlewood Room, 10:00am – 10:30am, Tuesdays at 10:00am. Meet other parents or caregivers and learn songs, rhymes, and early literacy tips. Geared towards kids 0-14 months and an adult parent or caregiver. Age Bracket: Kids, Families.

NBPL Event
North Bend Public Library, 1800 Sherman Ave., North Bend, OR - Preschool Storytime (Ages 2-5). Every Tuesday in March at 10:30 AM. Enjoy stories & movement activities.

Coos Co. Commissioners
The Coos Co. Board of Commissioners will have a regular Board meeting, Tuesday, March 17, 2026 - Owen Building, 201 No. Adams St., Coquille, 11:30 a.m.

CAM Fund-Raiser, Breakfast at the Museum
CAM release - The 2026 Breakfast Fundraiser will follow the same format as previous years and will take place on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, from 7:30–8:30 a.m., while the Student Biennial is on exhibit at the museum. The museum’s Art Education Department provides youth programming across Coos County, including Coos Bay, Bandon, Coquille, Myrtle Point, North Bend, and Powers. With limited art education available in county schools, particularly before high school, the program helps fill critical gaps and supports all students, especially those interested in creative fields such as design, animation, and emerging technologies. The museum invites supporters to save the date, participate as donors at hosted tables, and attend the breakfast to enjoy program updates, conversation, and an exhibit of student artwork. Guests typically contribute $150–$200, with options to donate in advance, at the event, or jointly with others. Funds raised in 2026 will support ongoing youth art programs, including museum art activities, expanded outreach throughout Coos County, and scholarships to help cover participation costs. The expanded outreach aims to increase access to art education beyond Coos Bay.

Coast Guard rescues hiker from cliff at God's Thumb in Lincoln City, Oregon
USCG release - ASTORIA, Ore. — A Coast Guard MH-65 helicopter crew from Air Facility Newport rescued a hiker who was trapped on a cliff side at God’s Thumb in Lincoln City, Oregon, Saturday. Watchstanders at Coast Guard Sector Columbia River were contacted by North Lincoln Fire and Rescue who requested assistance removing a hiker from a cliff after it was determined they would be unable to safely conduct the evolution using their high-angle rescue team. The Coast Guard helicopter crew safely hoisted the individual and transported them to Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital to be treated for minor injuries. “This case was a great example of our strong partnership with Lincoln County Fire and Rescue,” said flight mechanic, Petty Officer Second Class Gavin Battle. “We’re happy the individual was reunited with his family.”

Hwy. 26 Fatal
OSP release - Clackamas County, Ore. (Mar. 16, 2026) - On Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 5:44 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Highway 26, near milepost 31, in Clackamas County. The preliminary investigation indicated an eastbound Nissan Frontier, operated by Heath Eugene Beardmore (35) of Rhododendron, crossed into the westbound lane and struck a westbound Honda Accord, operated by Kailee Joy Peterson (19) of Gresham. The operator of the Nissan (Beardmore) was transported to an area hospital with serious injuries. The operator of the Honda (Peterson) and passenger, Kemper Michael Buchholtz (20) of Sandy, were transported to an area hospital with serious injuries. The rear passenger in the Honda, Austin Rylee Buchhotlz (24) of Corbett, was declared deceased at the scene. The highway was impacted for approximately five hours during the on-scene investigation. The cause of the crash is under investigation. OSP was assisted by the Clackamas County Sheriff's office, Clackamas Fire and Rescue, Hoodland Fire and Rescue, and ODOT.

Warrant
According to an entry on the NBPD log for March 15, 4:04 p.m., 2000 block Inland Dr., 35-year old Thomas Loren Krytzer arrested on NBPD warrant charging Attempt Commit Class CE Felony, Assault IV & Strangulation, “transported CCJ.”

Wanted
According to an entry on the NBPD log for March 15, 7:40 p.m., 3400 block Broadway Ave., “located wanted subject as result of traffic stop,” 36-year old Matthew Nicholas Key arrested on Kalamazoo DA’s Office warrant charging FTA on Possession of Meth, “arrested and transported CCJ.”

Burglary
According to an entry on the NBPD log for March 15, 9:26 p.m., 1800 block 16th St., “burglary.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 15, 6:26 a.m., 525 Anderson Ave., “warrant service,” 35-year old Sean Michael Jordan arrested on Lincoln Co. warrant charging PCS Meth, “will be referred for PCS Meth, “transported to CCJ.”

Illegal Camping, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 15, 8:34 a.m., 100 block No. 4th St., “illegal camping.” At 9:40 a.m., 200 block Holland Ave., Empire Boat Docks, “illegal camping.” AT 12:45 p.m., CBPL, “illegal camping.” At 1 p.m., 50 Central Ave., “illegal camping,” 50-year old Lamont DeRoss, “Ticket.” At 3:27 p.m., 3rd & Anderson, “illegal camping,” 39-year old Don Boyd, “Ticket.”

UEMV
According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 15, 12:51 p.m. 800 block Pacific Ave., “unlawful entry into MV.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 15, 5:26 p.m., 3106 Pierce Parkway, Springfield, US Forest Service, 55-year old James Russell Graves arrested on CCSO warrant charging Probation Violation on Assault in the Fourth and Recklessly Endangering Another Person, “Graves transported to Coos County Jail.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 16, 2:57 a.m., 1333 NW Eastman Parkway, Gresham PD, “warrant service,” on 44-year old Joshua James Hendricks arrested on CCSO warrant charging FTA on Criminal Mischief I, “subject lodged in Multnomah County Jail awaiting extradition.”

WX
What a day yesterday along the South Oregon Coast. Coos Bay hit 72-degrees with nothing but blue skies above. Perfect Spring-like weather. What about today? Sunshine and clouds mixed with highs near 60 and winds from the South to Southwest 5-10 mph. Mostly cloudy tonight with lows in the mid 40s and winds light and variable. Cloudy skies with morning fog on Wednesday, highs in the low 60s and winds from the Southwest at 5-10 mph.

Sports

Prep SB Scores
Prep softball scores from Monday, March 16 – 4A: Seaside fell at Banks, 9-6; Warrenton won at Tillamook, 7-4. 3A: Amity fell at Nestucca, 15-0 (4). Illinois Valley lost at Brookings-Harbor, 31-8 (5). Coquille lost at Bandon, 24-9. Toledo won at Taft, 17-5. 2A/1A – Glendale won at Myrtle Pt., 14-10.

Prep SB Schedules
Prep softball schedules for Tuesday, March 17, 4A – Marist Catholic at Creswell, 4:30p. Newport at Junction City, 4:30p. 3A – Harrisburg at Siuslaw, 4:30p. Waldport at Coquille, 4p. 2A/1A – Knappa at Kennedy, 4:30p.

Prep BB Scores
Prep baseball scores from Monday, March 16- 4A: Seaside won at Banks, 13-0 (5). Junction City won at North Marion/Gervais, 12-1 (5). Estacada fell at Newport, 10-9. 3A: Amity fell at Nestucca, 17-0 (5). Illinois Valley lost at Brookings-Harbor, 10-4. Yamhill-Carlton won at Toledo, 14-4. Rainer won at Knappa, 6-4. 2A/1A: Bandon won at Riddle, 15-4. Myrtle Pt. beat visiting Oakland, 10-0.

Prep BB Schedules
Prep baseball schedules for Tuesday, March 17, 4A – Marist Catholic at Creswell, 4:30p. Cascade at North Bend, 2 & 4p. 3A – Harrisburg at Siuslaw/Mapleton, 4p. Waldport at Coquille, 4p. Sisters at Taft, 4p. Willamina at Neah-Kah-Nie, 4:30p. 2A/1A – East Linn Christian at Eddyville Charter/Siletz Charter, 4:30p. Lowell at Reedsport, 4:30p.

NWAC BXB Coach of the Year
Southwestern Oregon men’s basketball coach Riley Grandinetti was named NWAC South Conference Coast of the Year, following the 2025-26 season. The Lakers had a 23-6 record, 11-5 in the South Conference, third-straight 20-win season and 4th consecutive trip to the NWAC Tournament.

OSU bb
Oregon State’s baseball team plays at Portland, Tuesday, March 17, 5:35 p.m., televised on ESPN+.