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Sunrise/Sunset, Coos Bay, OR
Coos Bay, OR, Wednesday, April 22, 2026 – Sunrise: 6:22 a.m., and Sunset: 8:08 p.m., offering 13-hours & 45-minutes of daylight.

Tides, Coos Bay, OR Estuary
Tides for the Coos Bay, OR Estuary, Wednesday, April 22, 2026 – High tide: 5:15 a.m., 7.85 ft.; Low tide: 12:29 p.m., -0.77 ft.; High tide: 7:25 p.m., 5.62 ft.

Coos Bay Estuary Management Plan (CBEMP) Meeting
A meeting of the Coos Bay Estuary Management Plan (DBEMP) will take place on Wed., Apr 22, 2026, 11am - 12pm, Owen Building, 201 No. Adams St., Coquille. 11:00 AM Citizen Advisory Committee- Virtual Meeting - Virtual Connection Link: Video link: https://meet.google.com/vsm-nfvh-kao OR Call: (US) +1 470-616-0423 PIN: 870 419 915# This meeting will recur on the 4th Wednesday of Every Month, 11am-12pm.

CBPL Events
Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay, OR - Storytime, Wednesday, April 22 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, April 22 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, April 22 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.

WBC Forum
The Bay Area Chamber of Commerce Wednesday Business Connection (WBC) Forum this week continues with the upcoming elections and candidates for Coos Co. Commissioner: Wed., April 22nd, KoKwel Casino, Coos County Commissioner’s Race: Commissioner John Sweet & Challenger Brandi Martindale, 11:30am to 1pm.

20-years of Service
City of North Bend release - NORTH BEND, Ore. — The North Bend City Council honored North Bend Fire & Rescue Lt. Luke Rector for 20 years of service, recognizing a career marked by leadership, professionalism and a longstanding commitment to protecting the community. Rector, who also served as a volunteer before joining the department full time, has spent two decades serving North Bend residents and businesses through emergency response, training and public safety leadership. Fire Chief Jim Brown said Rector has built a career defined by hard work, steady growth and a clear dedication to the fire service. Brown noted that Rector came to the department after studying fire science at Southwestern Oregon Community College and has continued to advance throughout his career. In recent years, Rector was promoted to lieutenant and graduated from the National Fire Academy, reflecting both his professional development and his role in helping lead the department into the future. During Tuesday’s recognition, Brown described Rector as part of a strong new generation of leadership within North Bend Fire & Rescue and praised his consistent success throughout his career. Rector also addressed the council, reflecting on the significance of reaching the 20-year milestone and the relationships built over a career in the fire service. He said the work has brought unforgettable calls, meaningful milestones and lasting bonds with fellow firefighters and the people they serve. Rector also expressed appreciation for department leadership, staff, volunteers and city officials, saying he remains grateful for the opportunity to do work he enjoys every day. City officials thanked Rector for his service and for the lasting impact he has made on the department and the community over the past 20 years. The City of North Bend extends its sincere appreciation and congratulations to Rector for two decades of dedicated service.

OEM Webinar Series to Help Rural Communities Prepare for Disasters
OEM release - From ice storms and flooding to wildfires and extreme heat, rural communities across Oregon face unique challenges when disasters strike. To help address these challenges, the Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) is hosting “Rural Communities Prepared for Disasters,” a free, two-part virtual educational series focused on practical strategies to help communities prepare for, respond to and recover from disasters. The webinar series brings together trusted partners and subject-matter experts to share tools, resources and real-world insights tailored to the needs of rural communities across Oregon. "Preparedness starts with making sure communities have the information and connections they need before disasters happen," OEM Community Preparedness Coordinator Kayla Thompson said. "This series is designed to help rural communities strengthen their resilience by understanding risks, planning ahead, and knowing what resources are available during recovery." Session Information: Session 1: Preparedness & Response; Wednesday, April 22 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (PST). Topics include: How disasters can impact communication systems and ways to stay informed when systems are disrupted. How to know when to evacuate and what to do if evacuation is not possible. Understanding backup power options and how to determine what solution best fits your needs. Session 2: Recovery & Long-Term Support - Wednesday, May 13 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (PST); Topics include: How disaster recovery is funded and what the recovery process looks like. Steps individuals and communities can take to support smoother recovery efforts. The role of Long-Term Recovery Groups and how communities can get involved. Who Should Attend? This series is intended for: Organizations, community groups, and faith-based organizations supporting rural communities Emergency management professionals. Anyone interested in disaster preparedness and recovery. Event Details: Cost: Free. Registration: https://tinyurl.com/yjdfu73d Accessibility: The event will be offered in English with Spanish, Vietnamese, Russian, Chinese, and Ukrainian interpretation, as well as American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation and CART real-time captioning in English. Recordings: Both sessions will be recorded and posted on OEM’s Be 2 Weeks Ready YouTube channel. For questions about the event contact:  [email protected] In Partnership With: This webinar series is offered in partnership with Oregon State University Extension Service, Oregon Sea Grant, Upstream Access, Woodburn Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), and the Association of Area Agencies on Aging and Disabilities (O4AD). Together, these partners are committed to strengthening preparedness, response, and recovery efforts for Oregon’s rural communities before, during, and after disasters. About the Oregon Department of Emergency Management: The Oregon Department of Emergency Management leads collaborative statewide efforts to help Oregonians prepare for, respond to, recover from, and mitigate emergencies and disasters.

ONE WEEK LEFT: April 28 is Voter Registration Deadline for the May Statewide Election
SALEM, OR — Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read is reminding Oregonians that the deadline to register to vote in the upcoming statewide election is April 28, one week from Tuesday, April 21. It is also the deadline to change an existing voter registration, including declaring for a political party to participate in the closed primary election races across the state. To be eligible to register to vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, a resident of Oregon, and at least 16 years old. Oregonians must be 18 years old to vote. “Voting is how Oregonians hold politicians accountable, weigh-in on important issues, and decide the direction of our state,” Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read said. “Oregon’s vote-by-mail elections are safe, accurate, and fair, and it only takes minutes to register and be a part of the democratic process.” Creating or updating your voter registration can be done online at OregonVotes.gov or at your local county elections office. Prospective voters registering online will need documentation to prove citizenship and eligibility. Information like your Oregon driver’s license number or the last four digits of your Social Security Number will help county clerks determine eligibility. They will?also have to?affirm, under penalty?of law,?that?they meet all?eligibility requirements and that?the?information provided on the registration form is true.? Additionally, on Monday the Secretary of State’s Office released the official 2026 Elections Toolkit, a collection of civic education materials designed to provide important information for every eligible Oregon voter ahead of this year’s Primary and General elections. Find the toolkit at OregonVotes.gov/toolkit.

Common carp found in Cooper Creek Reservoir
ODFW release - ROSEBURG, Ore. – Illegally introduced common carp were found in Cooper Creek Reservoir near Sutherlin. ODFW verified an angler's report of carp in Cooper Creek last week by electrofishing, removing 14 adult carp, most of which were pregnant females ranging in age from approximately two to eight years old. This newly confirmed introduction concerns biologists. Native to Europe and Asia, carp could make their way into calm areas of the North and mainstem Umpqua rivers where they could thrive. Adult females can lay 300,000 eggs in a single spawn – warmer waters can induce more spawning events. Carp can also have ecological impacts on water bodies by degrading habitat for native fish, increasing water turbidity by uprooting plants, and altering aquatic vegetation and food webs. Evan Leonetti, Umpqua Fish District Biologist says ODFW will continue monitoring Cooper Creek by electrofishing and disposing of the carp. He has notified the Sutherlin Water District which manages the reservoir and is reaching out to others to determine next steps. Leonetti asks anglers that catch a carp to report the location where caught, size, and a photo if possible to him at [email protected] or call 541-440-3353. He encourages people not to put live carp back in the water. Because carp are non-game fish in Oregon, there is no harvest limit, and it is legal to dispose of the fish.

He Pled Guilty – West Coast Game Park
The successor to his family’s business pled guilty in a Coos County Circuit Court Monday, April 20, at Coquille to 43 charges of Animal Neglect, as well as other charges involving Illegal Drugs, Illegal Firearms and Recklessly Endangering Another at West Coast Game Park, south of Bandon. Brian Tenney took over the business when his father Bob Tenney retired. The elder Tenney built an open popular wildlife park that included raising rare breeds in captivity that were sent to other parks. It was a 21-acre park he was proud of. However, his son allegedly neglected the animals to a point that some had to be euthanized following a law enforcement early morning raid in May of 2025 that also discovered about $1.6 million in cash on the property. Officials confiscated 322-animals from West Coast Safari. Tenney is scheduled to be sentenced on July 20, 2026. His co-defendant, 31-year old Edith Sarah Beckner, Bandon, is scheduled to also appear in court that day.

Guilty to Manslaughter, Transpacific Hwy.
CCSO release - On December 24, 2025, the Coos County Sheriff’s Office responded to a fatal vehicle crash on Transpacific Parkway. An extensive investigation ensued, utilizing multiple law enforcement agencies. The investigation revealed that Reef M. Berry of Bandon was operating the vehicle, driving impaired, with passengers in the vehicle. The District Attorney's Office moved forward with prosecution in this case, 25CR71543, involving two separate victims. One individual died from injuries sustained in the crash, and another was seriously injured. On 4/20/26, Reef M. Berry (22) appeared in Coos County Circuit Court in reference to 25CR71543 and pleaded guilty to the following charges. Manslaughter in the Second Degree; Sentenced 75 Months; Assault in the Third Degree – DUII; Sentenced 30 Months – Consecutive; Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants; Sentenced 364 Days – Concurrent. As a result of the proceedings, Reef M. Berry is in custody and will be transferred to the Department of Corrections for his total sentence of 105 months, as it relates to the two separate victims in this case. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families.

Western Douglas Co. Fatal House Fire Update
Douglas Co. SO release - UPDATE 04/21/2026 10:30 AM - REEDSPORT, Ore. - Detectives have identified the two victims of the April 16, 2026, fatal house fire on Lower Smith River Road as 65-year-old Bodie Bren Dye of Reedsport and 67-year-old Gregory Scott Henning, also of Reedsport. Next of kin notifications have been made. The Douglas County Major Crimes Team continues to investigate the incident as a homicide. No further updates are expected at this time. "Deputies contacted a female at the scene, identified as 41?year?old Pamela Anne Westfall of Reedsport, who was detained. Westfall admitted to intentionally starting the fire inside the residence. Early indications suggest the fire began following a disturbance."

Attempted Murder/Kidnapping, Lakeside
CCSO release - Date/Time: April 20th, 2026 / 10:55 p.m.; Case #: S2026-00599; Classification: Attempted Murder, Kidnap I, Felon In possession of Firearm X2, Unlawful Use of Weapon, Menacing, Assault IV Domestic, Strangulation, Criminal Mischief I, Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine. Location: Lakeside Area; Suspect(s): Kai M. Dendy (38); Summary: On April 20th 2026, at 10:55 p.m., the Coos County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to a report of a female screaming near the library in the city of Lakeside. Sheriff’s Deputies and the Oregon State Police responded to the scene, where they located both subjects involved in the incident at the Tenmile Lake County boat ramp. During an investigation, it was learned that Kai M. Dendy (38) had fired a weapon in a woman’s direction multiple times during the incident and was also likely to have been smoking methamphetamine. Coos County Sheriff’s Office K9 “Poe,” gave a positive alert to Mr. Dendy’s vehicle. A search warrant was applied for and granted, and law enforcement seized two pistols, a large knife, a small amount of methamphetamine, and narcotic smoking devices. Kai M. Dendy (38) was arrested on the charges of Attempted Murder, Kidnap I, Felon in possession of Firearm X2, Unlawful Use of Weapon, Menacing, Assault IV Domestic, Strangulation, Criminal Mischief I, Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine. Mr. Dendy was transported to the Coos County Jail, where he was booked and remains in custody.

Burglary
According to an entry on the NBPD log for April 20, 5:06 a.m., 2300 block Brussells, “someone possibly breaking into location, condemned house.”

Illegal Camping, NB
According to an entry on the NBPD log for April 20, 8:07 a.m., California St. Boat Ramp, “illegal camping.” AT 10:15 a.m., Harbor Ave., “illegal camping.” On April 21, 1:42 a.m., 1900 block Newmark St., “illegal camping.”

Unlawful Vehicle, NB
According to an entry on the NBPD log for April 20, 8:51 a.m., 1900 block 12th S., “unlawful vehicle.”

Assault
According to an entry on the NBPD log for April 20, 3:58 p.m., 1400 block Union Ave., “assault.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the NBPD log for April 20, 10:44 p.m., Woodland & Broadway, 27-year old Jacob Roy Visser arrested on warrant charging FTA on Criminal Trespass I out of Lane Co., “transported CCJ.”

PCS
According to an entry on the NBPD log for April 21, 3:02 a.m., 3201 Tremont Ave., Ko Kwel Casino, “drug info,” 34-year old Matthew K. Schwartz charged with PCS Meth, “cited in lieu of custody and released.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for April 20, 8:35 a.m., 1036 SE Douglas Ave., Douglas Co. SO, 52-year old Jerimey Houston Williams arrested on NBPD warrant charging Probation Violation No Security Warrant on Fleeing or Attempting to Elude a Police Officer, Reckless Endangering Another Person, No SRA.

Unlawful Vehicles, CB
According to entries on the CBPD log for April 20, 9:16 a.m., two entries, 400 block No. Cammann St., “unlawful vehicle.”

Shoplifter
According to an entry on the CBPD log for April 20, 9:19 a.m., 965 So. 1st. St. Herbal Choices, “shoplifter,” 64-year old Robbley Ardoin charged with Criminal Mischief II & Theft II, “Ardoin transported CCJ.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for April 20, 9:38 a.m., Downtown Area, “patrol check & warrant service,” 45-year old Stephanie Alvarado Terry charged with FTA on ID Theft X2, Fraudulent Use of Credit Card X2, Theft II, Theft III & additionally charged with Felon in Possession of Restricted Weapon, “Alvarado transported CCJ.”

Indecent
According to an entry on the CBPD log for April 20, 11:15 a.m., D St. & 10th Ave., “indecent exposure.”

Burglary
According to an entry on the CBPD log for April 20, 2:42 p.m., 500 block Merchant St., “burglary.”

Warrant
According to an entry on the CBPD log for April 20, 4:40 p.m., 1360 Airport Ln., NB, OSP Coos Bay Command, 25-year old Isaac Thomas Hasel arrested by OSP on CQPD warrant charging DUII & Reckless Driving.

Burglary
According to an entry on the CBPD log for April 20, 4:48 p.m., 1200 block Central Ave., “burglary.”

Criminal Trespass
According to an entry on the CBPD log for April 20, 6:32 p.m., 900 Salmon Ave., 66-year old Danny A. Vanover charged with Criminal Trespass I, “arrested and transported CCJ.”

Illegal Camping, CB
According to an entry on the CBPD log for April 20, 7 p.m., 245 So. Cammann St., Sunset Middle School, “illegal camping.”

Wanted
According to an entry on the CBPD log for April 20, 8:34 p.m., 500 block So. 12th St., “located wanted subject as result of dispute,” 52-year old Sheryl Lynn Sullivan arrested on Washington Co. SO warrant charging FTA II, “cited in lieu of custody and released.”

Criminal Trespass
According to an entry on the CBPD log for April 21, 1:24 a.m., So. Cammann & Montgomery, “result of trespass/illegal camping, 51-year old Donna Christine Smith charged with Criminal Trespass II, “arrested and transported CCJ.”

WX
A Small Craft Advisory along the South Oregon Coast. Cloudy skies with highs in the mid 50s and winds out of the Southwest at 10-20 mph. Showers early tonight, then cloudy overnight with lows in the mid 40s and winds from the West at 5-10 mph. Cloudy skies on Thursday with highs in the mid to upper 50s and winds out of the East at first then shifting to the Northwest at 10-15 mph.

Sports

Prep tr
Marshfield’s track team swept a three-way meet at home Tuesday over visiting Pacific and North Bend in both boys and girls’ meets. The Pirate boys scored 106-pts., Pacific with 34 and North Bend with 25. Marshfield’s girls won with 104 pts., Pacific 26 and North Bend 24. Individually: Marshfield’s Brooklyn Pederson won both hurdle races, 100H (18.68) & 300LH (52.30). Charlie Hatch led the Pirate boys with two wins, 1500 (4:30.14) & 3K (9:48.79). Glen Crook won both the Shot Put (40-2) & Discus (132-2). Bella Cox won the High Jump (4-8) and the Pole Vault (8-6). Rylee McNally won the 100 (13.39) and the Long Jump (14-8.75). Max Johnston took the Pole Vault (11-6) and the Long Jump (17-7.75). Pacific’s Landon Spalasso won the Triple Jump (39-0) and the Javelin (171-5).

Prep SB Scores
Prep softball scores from Tuesday, April 21 – 4A: SkyEm Lg. – Marshfield fell at Cottage Grove/Yoncalla, 18-6 (5). Junction City lost at Marist Catholic, 11-1 (5). Cowapa Lg. – St. Helens lost at Astoria, 9-7. Non-league – Brookings-Harbor lost at North Bend, 2-1. 2A/1A: SD1 – Nestucca beat Gaston, 20-4 (4). SD4 – Bandon won at Eddyville Charter, 12-5.

Prep sb Scores
Prep softball schedule for Wednesday, April 22 – 4A: OR West Conf. – North Marion at Newport, 5p. 3A: SD3 – Scio at Taft, 4:30p. Non-league – Warrenton at Knappa, 4:30p.

Prep BB Scores
Prep baseball scores from Tuesday, April 21 – 4A: SkyEm Lg. – Marshfield won at Cottage Grove, 11-0 (6). Junction City fell at Marist Catholic, 4-3 (9). Cowapa Lg. – Astoria won at St. Helens, 1-0. Tillamook won at Seaside, 4-0. 3A: Non-league – Taft won at Santiam Christian, 6-4. 2A/1A: SD1 - Nestucca beat Gaston, 9-1. SD4 – Bandon won at Eddyville Charter/Siletz Valley, 24-4 (6).

Prep bb Scores
Prep baseball schedules for Wednesday, April 22 – 4A: OR West Conf. – Newport at Stayton, 5p. 3A: Non-league – Ilwaco (WA) at Warrenton, 3:30p.

Prep bvb Schedules
Prep boys’ volleyball schedules for Wednesday, April 22 – 4A3A2A1A: Junction City at Marist Catholic, 6p. Cottage Grove vs. Rogue Valley Adventist Academy, at Phoenix, 4:30p. Cottage Grove at Phoenix, 6:30p.

Prep BVB Scores
Prep boys’ volleyball scores from Tuesday, April 21 – 4A/3A/2A/1A: SD4 – North Bend won at Eugene Christian, 3-1. Marshfield lost at Eugene Christian, 3-2. SD3 – Philomath won at Newport, 3-0.

Southwestern Oregon Community College President Dr. Patty Scott and Alum Rashinda Reed Named to NWAC Hall of Fame Class of 2026
SWOCC release - COOS BAY, Ore. — Southwestern Oregon Community College is proud to announce that President Dr. Patty Scott and alumna Rashinda Reed have been selected for induction into the Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC) Hall of Fame, Class of 2026. Dr. Scott will be honored with the prestigious Outstanding Service (Jim Jackson Award), recognizing her exceptional contributions to student success and collegiate athletics. Growing up in rural eastern Oregon, Scott has dedicated her career to expanding educational access and opportunity. She has served as president of Southwestern since 2008, following roles as faculty, dean of students, and leader of student support programs, and remains deeply committed to serving students and communities along the south Oregon coast. Reed, a standout volleyball player during her time at Southwestern, is being recognized for her athletic excellence and continued impact on the sport. She currently serves as head volleyball coach at the University of Alabama, where she became the program’s first Black head coach. Since taking the helm in 2022, she has led the team to strong performances in the Southeastern Conference while building a culture centered on excellence, leadership, and student-athlete success. Her career includes multiple NCAA Tournament appearances as an assistant coach at the University of Illinois, as well as a professional playing career overseas following her collegiate success at Southwestern and the University of Georgia. This is a tremendous honor for both Dr. Scott and Rashinda Reed, and for Southwestern’s entire college community. Their achievements reflect the strength of Southwestern’s programs and the lasting impact on students, athletes, and future leaders. The 2026 Hall of Fame class includes distinguished individuals and teams from across the Northwest, representing outstanding accomplishments in athletics, service, and leadership. Alongside Scott and Reed, this year’s inductees include athletes from Lane, Mt. Hood, Clackamas, and Umpqua community colleges, as well as notable team honorees. Tickets for the Hall of Fame banquet on June 4, 2026 are available through May 22, 2026. More information about the event can be found at nwacsports.com/halloffame. Southwestern Oregon Community College is happy to honor Dr. Scott and Rashinda Reed on this well-deserved recognition of excellence and legacy. To learn more about Southwestern please visit our website at: www.socc.edu.

SWOCC BB
NWAC baseball, Wednesday, April 22nd - fifth-place SWOCC (11-17, 19-20) hosts fourth-place Mt. Hood (12-12, 18-14), 1 & 4p on the Coos Bay Campus.

UO/OSU BB
It’s the Ducks vs. the Beavers in collegiate baseball at Goss Stadium, Corvallis, Wednesday, April 22, 5:35p, televised on Portland’s CW.

OSU/UO SB
In-state rivalry time for collegiate softball. Oregon State at Oregon, Jane Sanders Stadium, Eugene, Wednesday, April 22, 6p, televised on the B1G+ Network.

Mariners
The Oakland A’s (13-11) made it two-in-a-row at the Seattle Mariners (10-15), Tuesday, 5-2. The two teams will play again today, 1:10 p.m., T-Mobile Park, Seattle, WA, televised on SEAM.