JC NEWS by Matt Jarvis

Sunrise/Sunset, Coos Bay, OR

Coos Bay, OR, Friday, March 13, 2026 – Sunrise: 7:32 a.m., and Sunset: 7:20 p.m., offering, eleven-hours & 49-minutes of daylight.

Tides Coos Bay, OR

Tides for the Coos Bay, OR Estuary, Friday, March 13, 2026 – Low tide: 3:30 a.m., 3.79 ft.; High tide: 9:28 a.m., 6.22 ft.; Low tide: 4:59 p.m., 0.9 ft.

CBPL Events

Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay, OR - Pickup/Drop-off Eastside, Friday, March 13 at the Eastside Fire Station, 365 D Street, Coos Bay, 9:00am – 9:30am. Return or pick up library materials every Friday in front of the Eastside Fire Department. Age Bracket: Everyone. Pickup/Drop-off Empire, Friday, March 13 at the Empire Fire Station, 189 S Wall Street, Coos Bay, 10:00am – 10:30am. Pickup or drop-off library materials in front of the Empire Fire Station. Age Bracket: Everyone. Tween Cooking Club with OSU's 4-H, Friday, March 13 in the Myrtlewood Room, 2:00pm – 3:30pm. Learn cooking basics in a club geared towards tweens. Come to one or all sessions; sign up required for each session. All supplies provided. Each session will focus on a different recipe or technique. Fridays - March 13: Smoothies and snacks. Made possible through OSU Extension and 4-H. Registration Required. Age Bracket: Kids & Teens. Dungeons & Dragons in the Library, Friday, March 13 in the Cedar Room, 6:00pm – 9:00pm. With some time, this party started to piece together their memories, the fog slowly lifting. But as they start to uncover their memories, the threads that hold what they know start to unravel. Each possible answer opens more questions, and the mysteries of this town start to become more dangerous. The journey in one’s mind to uncover memories lost is a dangerous one, one that the party might regret taking on. After being summoned to the Mayors home to get the announcement of the party being added to the tournament in a few days. While their participation will clear away most of the debt that they had acquired from the guild, they still had the "Ghosts on the Dock" job. They resupply and add two new party members. Loxley, a hired bard to make sure that the party stays on task and the one banker that survived the unfortunate accident, Rivian. The party has learned about the believed disappearance of the Archmage and their replacement as well as attempted dangers on Rivian. They have also learned that "Hey Man" from the tavern also had their memories erased, but were able to get them back through "blunt force" that loosened the magic that was place on them. During the battle at the dock against nordic ghosts and a ghost giant, Rivian was caught in friendly fire and nearly died. The party suggested that they play dead as they carry them away to have a "viking" funeral to remember them the next morning. With everything slowly unraveling, memories are starting to cement and come back. This is the first on-going campaign at the library. Seats are prioritized for those who attended session zero and arrive first. Reminder to try to stay engaged and off your mobile devices. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. Register. Age Tag: Adults. Community Yoga, Saturday, March 14 in the Myrtlewood Room, 9:00am – 10:00am. Who is this class for? Beginners and experienced yogis alike! All levels are welcome. Teens and Adults. What to Bring: Comfortable clothing, yoga mat, water bottle. Age Bracket: Teens & Adults. Book Brunch, Saturday, March 14 in the Myrtlewood Room, 11:00am – 12:00pm. Book Brunch is a book club devoted to reading, unrestricted by genre, plus, of course, brunch! Each month we will read a book, then meet the second Saturday of the next month for waffles, orange juice, coffee etc., and a chat. This is a no pressure club, if you didn’t finish, that’s ok, just know there will be spoilers. We’re all here to share our love of books and breakfast food! This month we will be reading The Names by Florence Knapp. We will meet Saturday, the 14th, at 11am, in the Myrtlewood Room. Hope to see you there! Age Tag: Adults. How to Self-Publish with Kindle Direct Publishing and Amazon, Saturday, March 14 in the Myrtlewood Room, 5:00pm – 6:00pm. Join Wayne Hanson as they unveil the mysteries of self-publishing through Amazons Kindle Direct Publishing. They will open the back of an unpublished Kindle book and show the steps and requirements to get it published. This will be a walk through presentation focusing on ebooks. Age Bracket: Everyone. Ongoing Programs: Fabric Donations Needed. Feeling generous with your fabric stash? Please consider donating a bag of fabric to the Coos Bay Library for use in our twice-monthly sewing classes with OCATEC. Limit one bag per person per week; 100% cotton or linen fabrics only, please. We are unable to accept fabrics which have been exposed to cigarette smoke. Our sewing classes are free to the public and enormously popular, so your donation goes a long way towards keeping fabric arts alive in our community. Ark Project Food Drive, Survey Link in English Survey Link in Spanish; CRAFT SWAP INFO, Coming Up: Arts & Crafts Swap, Saturday, March 28 in the Myrtlewood Room, 12:00pm – 4:00pm. You asked, we listened! This year we'll be holding TWO Craft Swaps, one in March and one in November. Have extra art supplies in good condition? Help us divert materials from landfills while encouraging environmentally friendly creation! HOW IT WORKS: Community members who are interested can donate their new or gently used art supplies they no longer need to the Coos Bay Public Library from March 16 - through the day of the Art Swap on March 28. On the day of the Art Swap, come to our big meeting room and browse to see what art supplies you might be interested in! You can take up to as much as you donate (or just a couple items if you don't have anything to donate). DONATION GUIDELINES: Arts and craft materials only, must be fit for reuse (new or gently used), must fit in your car, and be of the following categories: sewing materials, fabric, threads, needles, etc.; yarn, crochet and knitting tools; paintbrushes, tubes and bottles of paint; canvases and drawing pads; stringing and beads; paper, card stock, scrapbooking, stickers, stamps, and stencils; frames or easels, art project kits; fun crafty items, pom poms, pipe cleaners, glitter etc. Materials to leave at home: broken or dried out materials, electric equipment, lumber, wood, or loose boards, in-progress art works, smelly materials like solvents and gallons of paint.

NBPL Events

North Bend Public Library, 1800 Sherman Ave., North Bend, OR - Toddler Play Time (Ages 2-3),

Every Friday in March at 10:30 AM. Open play with interactive toys and board books for ages 2-3. Folk Dance Party, Friday, March 13 from 6:00-8:00 PM. Enjoy traditional folk dancing accompanied by live music during a Folk Dance Party hosted by NBPL & the South Coast Folk Society on the second Friday of every month.

Explorer's Club/Local Girl Scout Troop at CHM

Coos History Museum release - The museum invites families and community members to celebrate Women's History Month with a special event on March 14 featuring activities for kids, community storytelling, and local Girl Scout cookie sales. Throughout the day, visitors can participate in hands-on kids and family activities highlighting the achievements of women throughout history. Guests will also have the opportunity to share stories about the women who have inspired them—whether they are family members, community leaders, or historical figures—helping create a growing collection of community memories. Local Girl Scouts will be present selling cookies from 11 am - 2 pm, giving visitors a chance to support the next generation of young women leaders. The event is open to families and visitors of all ages, no registration required. The event is free, with regular admission for museum entry, and girl scout cookies sold at $6 a box, cash or check.

Ocean salmon season alternatives released by Pacific Fishery Management Council for public review

SALEM, Ore. —The Pacific Fishery Management Council (PFMC) met March 4-9 to develop three alternatives for ocean salmon seasons along the coasts of Washington, Oregon, and California. PFMC is hosting a hybrid public meeting March 24 from 7-9 p.m. in Newport to receive input on the proposed salmon management alternatives. Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife staff will provide a review of PFMC's alternatives which are available online. The meeting is at the Gladys Valley Marine Studies Building Auditorium, 2030 SE Marine Science Dr. The final salmon season recommendations will be determined at the next PFMC meeting from April 8-12 in Portland. The final PFMC adopted fishing season recommendations will be sent to the U.S. Department of Commerce for approval by May 15. PFMC's Salmon Advisory Subpanel with support from the Salmon Technical Team considered and analyzed numerous fishing scenarios for summer and fall 2026 ocean salmon seasons. The spring recreational fishing season (prior to May 16) was developed last year and begins on March 15 from Cape Falcon to the OR/CA border. Forecasts for fall Chinook returning to the Sacramento and Klamath rivers this year are higher than last year allowing for improved season structures. Management constraints for Klamath River fall Chinook were still a factor in the season setting process. Coho abundance forecasts are generally similar to last year, resulting in a range of coho seasons comparable to 2025. "After several very challenging years, it was nice to be able to consider some improved recreational opportunity, but Klamath River fall Chinook limited our flexibility when framing commercial troll fisheries," said John North, ODFW's Deputy Fish Division Administrator for Marine and Columbia River programs. South of Cape Falcon - The PFMC's three alternatives for south of Cape Falcon recreational summer and fall salmon seasons vary by number of open fishing days and area and would allow good coho opportunity beginning in June and extending into September. Improved Chinook fishing opportunities are expected this year along the Oregon coast, with all three alternatives including Chinook retention through October. North of Cape Falcon - A different mix of salmon stocks are present north of Cape Falcon, so recreational season alternatives are different in this region. Current options include Chinook and coho fishing opportunities beginning in late June and extending into September, or until quotas are achieved. Commercial troll: Commercial troll opportunity from Cape Falcon to the Oregon/California border in all three PFMC's alternatives are similar to or slightly improved from last year. With open periods ranging from May through October and coho retention allowed in September. Anglers, commercial fishers, and industry participants are encouraged to comment during the April PFMC meeting. Going through the PFMC e-portal is the best way to comment.

WinCo store is latest measles exposure location, health officials say

OHA release - People who were at Gresham store during exposure period urged to talk to a health care provider - PORTLAND, Ore.—Another measles exposure location has been identified, and Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and Multnomah County public health officials are urging people who believe they were exposed to talk to a health care provider about their risks. People might have been exposed if they were at the following location at this date and time: WinCo Foods, 2511 SE 1st St., Gresham, between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Saturday, March 7. People who were at this location during these dates and time period should immediately contact your health care provider and let them know they may have been exposed to someone who has measles. The health care provider can determine whether you are immune to measles based on your vaccination record, age, or laboratory evidence of prior infection. Facts about measles: Measles spreads through the air after a person with measles coughs or sneezes. People are contagious with measles for four days before a rash appears and up to four days afterward. The virus particles also can linger in the air for up to two hours after someone who is infectious has left the area. Measles typically starts with a fever, cough, runny nose and red eyes. A rash usually follows, beginning on the face and spreading to the rest of the body. Symptoms begin seven to 21 days after exposure to a person with measles. Common complications of measles include ear infection, lung infection and diarrhea. Swelling of the brain is a rare but much more serious complication. Measles can be dangerous, especially among children younger than 5, adults older than 20, pregnant people, and people with weakened immune systems. In developed countries in recent years, one to three of every 1,000 measles cases has been fatal. The measles vaccine is highly effective at providing protection, as two doses of the MMR vaccine is 97% effective at preventing the virus. The risk of severe disease from measles for people who are up to date on their vaccines is very low. What to do if you suspect measles in your household: Public health officials urge people experiencing symptoms of measles not to arrive unannounced at a medical office if they: Have a measles-like rash, or Have been exposed to measles within the previous 21 days, AND have any other symptom of measles (such as fever, cough or red eyes). Whenever possible, individuals planning to seek medical care should first call your health care provider or urgent care center by telephone to create an entry plan to avoid exposing others in waiting rooms. Learn more about measles at https://www.oregon.gov/oha/PH/DISEASESCONDITIONS/DISEASESAZ/Pages/measles.aspx.

SWOCC Hosts BASA “Big Mike” South Coast All-Star Basketball 2026

SWOCC release - COOS BAY, OR – Southwestern Oregon Community College (SWOCC) Athletics will host the annual BASA “Big Mike” South Coast All-Star Basketball games on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at Speasl Court in Prosper Hall, featuring top high school basketball players from across the South Coast. Proudly sponsored by the Bay Area Sportsman’s Association (BASA), the event honors the legacy of the late Mike “Big Mike” Helfrich, a longtime supporter and true champion of local athletics. Held each March following the conclusion of OSAA basketball, the All-Star Games bring together standout players from high schools across Southwestern Oregon. The South Coast All-Star tradition began in 2013 and continues to recognize both outstanding student-athletes and the legacy of Mike “Big Mike” Helfrich. Participating schools include Bandon, Brookings-Harbor, Coquille, Gold Beach, Marshfield, Myrtle Point, North Bend, Pacific, Powers, and Reedsport. Referees, coaches, broadcasters, and game-management staff generously volunteer their time to support the event. All proceeds are deposited into the “Big Mike” account, which helps fund shooting shirts and uniforms for future All-Star Games. Game Schedule & Format: Team practices take place at 2:00 p.m. (girls) and 3:00 p.m. (boys) - Girls All-Star Game: 4:30 p.m.; Boys All-Star Game: 6:00 p.m. Players from each participating school will compete, with teammates matched against one another on opposing sides. Games will be played under college rules, including the use of a shot clock. The boys’ game will consist of two 20-minute halves, while the girls will play four 10-minute quarters. Admission: Adults: $10; Seniors: $5; High school students with ID: FREE; Children 12 and under: FREE. Concessions will be available for purchase. Community members are encouraged to attend and support South Coast basketball while honoring the memory of Big Mike Helfrich. The evening promises outstanding competition for a great cause.

Menacing with a Firearm, Lane Co.

Lane Co. So release - On March 11th at 7 p.m., Lane County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a residence in the 3000 block of Dalewood Street, Eugene, for a reported menacing. The victims reported they were in a verbal dispute with the resident, Nathan Randal Larson, 44, of Eugene, when Larson shot at them with a pellet or paintball gun, striking one of them. They reported Larson then pointed a handgun at them before going inside the residence. Deputies responded with an armored rescue vehicle and observed the residence with a drone. Larson exited the residence but was uncooperative. Deputies deployed less lethal 40mm munitions, and he was arrested. Deputies applied for a search warrant of the residence, which was granted. During the search, they located a loaded .45 caliber handgun, paintball gun, and tactical vest with additional ammunition. Larson was lodged at the Lane County Jail on the following charges: - Assault in the 4th Degree; - Menacing; - Unlawful Use of a Weapon; - Recklessly Endangering Another Person; - Disorderly Conduct in the 2nd Degree; - Resisting Arrest.

Assault/Strangulation, Huckleberry Hill, Charleston

CCSO release - Date/Time: March 12, 2026 / 6:03 p.m., Case #: S2026-00380; Classification: Assault IV (D) / Strangulation; Location: Huckleberry Hill R.V. Park, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420. Suspect(s): Aimone, Enrico L. (58). Summary: On March 12, 2026, at 6:03 p.m., Deputy H. Francis responded to a report of a disturbance in progress at Huckleberry Hill R.V. Park located at 91047 Cape Arago Hwy, Coos Bay, OR 97420. After an investigation, Enrico L. Aimone (58) of Coos Bay was arrested on the charges of Assault IV (D) and Strangulation. Mr. Aimone was transported to the Coos County Jail, where he was booked and remains in custody.

DUII, Southwest Blvd.

CCSO release - Date/Time: March 12, 2026 / 2:06 a.m., Case #: S2026-00373, Classification: DUII, Location: Southwest BLVD / 13th Street, Suspect(s): Christopher W. Gederos (46), Summary: On March 12, 2026, at 2:06 a.m. Deputy J. Lay conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle on Southwest Blvd, near 13th Street in Coos Bay, for excessive speed. During the traffic stop, the driver, Christopher W. Gederos (46), was found to be intoxicated and ultimately arrested on the charge of DUII. Mr. Gederos vehicle was towed by Mast Brothers Towing. Mr. Gederos was transported to the Coos Bay Police Department for testing and later released on citation, with a court date to appear.

Warrant

According to an entry on the CQPD log for March 11, 3:14 p.m., 155 No. Adams St., Coos County Parks, 44-year old Robert Ervin Welker arrested on Winston PD warrant charging Contempt of Court, Failure to Pay Fines, “Welker was cited in lieu of custody.”

Illegal Camping, NB

According to an entry on the NBPD log for March 11, 7:07 a.m., 2000 block Inland Dr., “illegal camping.”

Wanted

According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 11, 4:27 a.m., 190 Johnson Ave., Domino’s Pizza, “located wanted subject as result of persons contact,” 38-year old Natasha Lynn Foskitt arrested CBPD warrant charging Felon in Possession of a Restricted Weapon & Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance, “arrested and transported to CCJ.”

Violation of City Code

According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 11, 6:42 a.m., 4^th & Central, 68-year old David Fitzhenry & 34-year old Sara Osborn, both “Ticket.”

Located Wanted

According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 11, 7:04 a.m., 100 block Anderson, “warrant service,” on 51-year old Michell Rhone Hicks charging Failure to Appear on Criminal Trespass II, Resisting Arrest, Attempt to Commit a Class C/Unclassified Felony & Assaulting a Public Safety Officer, “Hicks transported to CCJ.”

UEMVs

According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 11, 7:07 a.m., 600 block Pacific Ave., “unlawful entry into MV.” SY 10:10 a.m., 900 block So. Broadway, “unlawful entry into MV.” AT 3:29 p.m., 899 D St., American Market, “unlawful entry into MV.”

Unlawful Vehicles, CB

According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 11, 7:27 a.m., 100 block W. Hall Ave., “unlawful vehicle.” AT 12:32 p.m., Wallace St., “unlawful vehicle.” AT 4:02 p.m., 200 block No. 2^nd St., “unlawful vehicle.”

Warrant

According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 11, 11:36 a.m., 787 W. 8^th St., Medford, Jackson Co. Jail, “Jackson County Jail served CCSO warrant” on 21-year old Teagin Edward Pike charging FTA on Criminal Driving While Suspended or Revoked & Unlawful Possession of Meth.

Burglary

According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 11, 12:37 p.m., Harris & Wall St., “burglary.”

Criminal Trespass

According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 11, 2:14 p.m., 2051 Newmark Ave., Walmart, “subject trespass,” 60-year old Aaron Ronald Zane Nordholm charged with Criminal Trespass II, “Nordholm was cited in lieu of custody.”

Warrant

According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 11, 3:48 p.m., 300 Country Club Rd., Eugene, 33-year old Cody James Laird arrested on warrants charging Probation Violation on UUMV & Probation Violation on FTA I.

Illegal Camping, CB

According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 11, 10:57 p.m., 700 So. Broadway, Columbia Bank, “illegal camping,” 47-year old William Marshall Gale charged with Criminal Trespass II, Prohibited Camping & Drinking on Unlicensed Premises. Also, 45-year old Alicia Dee Dyer charged with Criminal Trespass II & Prohibited Camping, “both cited in lieu of custody.”

A Small Craft Advisory along the South Oregon Coast. Showers early, then cloudy in the afternoon with highs in the mid to upper 50s and winds out of the South to Southwest at 10-20 mph. Periods rain tonight with lows in the mid 40s and winds out of the Southwest at 10-20 mph. Cloudy early on Saturday, then partly cloudy in the afternoon with highs in the low 50s and winds from the North at 10-20 mph.

Sports

OSAA 4A Tourney

The first day of the OSAA/OnPoint Community Credit Union 4A State Basketball Tournament at Forest Grove HS held a few surprises on the first day. No. 1 Scappoose lost to No. 8 La Grande, 61-50 in the quarterfinals of the boy’s bracket. Madras beat St. Helens, 49-43. Marist Catholic over Molalla, 57-48. Estacada beat Hidden Valley, 61-55. This morning’s consolation games have St. Helens vs. Scappoose at 9 a.m., and Hidden Valley vs. Molalla at 10:45 a.m. Championship semi-finals have La Grande and Madras at 1:30 p.m. and Estacada vs. Marist Catholic at 3:15 p.m. In the girls’ quarterfinals, No. 1 Stayton beat Philomath, 41-26. Henley over Marist Catholic, 46-41. St. Helens beat Seaside, 40-33, and Baker over Cascade, 35-25. Morning consolation play has Philomath vs. Marist Catholic at 9 a.m., Cascade vs. Seaside at 10:45 a.m. Championship semi-finals have Henley vs. Stayton, 6:30 p.m. and St. Helens vs. Baker at 8:15 p.m.

SWOCC Sports

Southwestern Oregon’s track & field team travels to the Lane Open, at Lane Community College, Eugene, Saturday, March 14. The Laker softball team host Centralia for an NWAC doubleheader, Friday, March 13, noon & 2 p.m. On Saturday, SWOCC hosts Gray’s Harbor, noon & 2 p.m.

UO bb

Oregon’s baseball team host Indiana in a three-game Big 10 Conference home series, PK Park, Eugene, beginning Friday, March 13, 4:05 p.m., Saturday, March 14, 2:05 p.m., and Sunday, March 15, 12:35 p.m. All televised on the B1G+ Network.

UO sb

Oregon’s softball team has a Big 10 series with visiting Penn State, Jane Sanders Stadium, Eugene, beginning Friday, 6 p.m., Saturday, 4 p.m. and Sunday, noon.

OSU bb

Oregon State’s baseball team opens a three-game WCC series at San Diego, beginning Friday, March 13, 6 p.m., Saturday, March 14, 5 p.m. and Sunday, March 15, 1 p.m., all televised on ESPN+.

OSU sb

Oregon State’s softball team hosts Weber State for a three-game series at Kelly Field, Corvallis, beginning Friday, March 13, 3 p.m. & 5:30 p.m. On Saturday, March 14, noon.

UO tr

Oregon’s track & field team is at the NCAA Indoor Championships, Fayetteville, AR, Friday & Saturday, March 13^th & 14^th, televised on ESPN+.

OSU gym

Oregon State’s gymnastics team ends the regular season by hosting Denveer, Saturday, March 14, 2 p.m., Gill Coliseum, Corvallis.