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SHERIFF JOHN WARD CURRY COUNTY, OREGON 94235 MOORE STREET, SUITE 311 29808 Colvin Street (Physical) GOLD BEACH, OR 97444 (541) 247-3221 - FAX: 541-247-6893 Wardj@co.curry.or.us 06-17-26 PRESS RELEASE for Lucas Lodge incident Heavy police presence and road patrols are still ongoing in the Agness area today for a wanted male, Kenneth Leatherwood out of Bastrop, TX. Leatherwood is wanted for sex related crimes involving a minor, as well as a stolen vehicle and reported stolen weapons. Leatherwood is NOT on the FBI’s top 10 most wanted list and is NOT wanted for murder charges. Leatherwood is a white male adult, late thirties. 5’10 200 lbs. brown hair and green eyes. A photo is being released on social media. Last known clothing description for Leatherwood is an ivory t-shirt, blue jeans, and cowboy boots. Do not approach, believed to be armed and possibly dangerous. Leatherwood may have an Australian shepherd mix dog with him. Again, do not approach or attempt contact with subject. If Leatherwood is seen, contact the Sheriff's Office at 541-247-3242 option 9 or 911 if emergent. The Curry County Sheriff’s Office is working closely with Oregon State Police and relaying information as it’s received. Featured News by Curry County Sheriff
SHERIFF JOHN WARD CURRY COUNTY, OREGON 94235 MOORE STREET, SUITE 311 29808 Colvin Street (Physical) GOLD BEACH, OR 97444 (541) 247-3221 - FAX: 541-247-6893 [email protected] 06-17-26 PRESS RELEASE for Lucas Lodge incident Heavy police presence and road patrols are still ongoing in the Agness area today for a wanted male, Kenneth Leatherwood out of Bastrop, TX. Leatherwood is wanted for sex related crimes involving a minor, as well as a stolen vehicle and reported stolen weapons. Leatherwood is NOT on the FBI’s top 10 most wanted list and is NOT wanted for murder charges. Leatherwood is a white male adult, late thirties. 5’10 200 lbs. brown hair and green eyes. A photo is being released on social media. Last known clothing description for Leatherwood is an ivory t-shirt, blue jeans, and cowboy boots. Do not approach, believed to be armed and possibly dangerous. Leatherwood may have an Australian shepherd mix dog with him. Again, do not approach or attempt contact with subject. If Leatherwood is seen, contact the Sheriff's Office at 541-247-3242 option 9 or 911 if emergent. The Curry County Sheriff’s Office is working closely with Oregon State Police and relaying information as it’s received.
SHERIFF JOHN WARD CURRY COUNTY OREGON 94235 MOORE STREET SUITE 311 29808 Colvin Street Phy... More

06/17/2026

‘My 16-year-old is a memory’: Mother mourns Sandy teen killed protecting others Featured News by Oregon Today News
‘My 16-year-old is a memory’: Mother mourns Sandy teen killed protecting others
The first thing people often heard was the clicking of his heels hitting the pavement More

06/17/2026

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES: Southern Oregon paddleboarding, caves, forest therapy and more Featured News by Oregon Today News
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES: Southern Oregon paddleboarding, caves, forest therapy and more
Stay cool this summer by visiting Jackson County parks at Emigrant Howard Prairie or Lost ... More

06/17/2026

Oregon man who had children’s underwear at his home sentenced Featured News by Oregon Today News
Oregon man who had children’s underwear at his home sentenced
PORTLAND Ore KOIN An Oregon man was sentenced to federal prison Tuesday for his collectio... More

06/17/2026

Northeastern Oregon births: June 17, 2026 Featured News by Oregon Today News
Northeastern Oregon births: June 17, 2026
Recent births at hospitals in Northeastern Oregon CHI St Anthony Hospital Pendleton June 9... More

06/17/2026

Oregon Legislature approves 16 new positions to investigate corporate mergers and monopoly-related cases Featured News by Oregon Today News
Oregon Legislature approves 16 new positions to investigate corporate mergers and monopoly-related cases
The Oregon Legislatures Emergency Board on Wednesday approved a request from Attorney Gene... More

06/17/2026

Oregon unemployment holds at 5.2% in May as payrolls add 3,600 jobs Featured News by Oregon Today News
Oregon unemployment holds at 5.2% in May as payrolls add 3,600 jobs
Oregons unemployment rate was 52 in each of the first five months of 2026 the Oregon Emplo... More

06/17/2026

Federal Reserve keeps rate unchanged, but nearly half of policymakers would support hike this year Featured News by Oregon Today News
Federal Reserve keeps rate unchanged, but nearly half of policymakers would support hike this year
The Federal Reserve kept its key rate unchanged Wednesday yet almost half the central bank... More

06/17/2026

Asking Eric: Hint for over-gifting grandma - minimalist parents may prefer you ask first Featured News by Oregon Today News
Asking Eric: Hint for over-gifting grandma - minimalist parents may prefer you ask first
Dear Eric As someone with two small children a small home and a preference for minimalist ... More

06/17/2026

Warsh to face spotlight as Federal Reserve likely to leave interest rates unchanged Featured News by Oregon Today News
Warsh to face spotlight as Federal Reserve likely to leave interest rates unchanged
The Fed is likely to keep its key rate unchanged on Wednesday at about 36 for the fourth s... More

06/17/2026

How to watch England face Croatia today at the World Cup for free Featured News by Oregon Today News
How to watch England face Croatia today at the World Cup for free
Harry Kane leads England against Luka Modric and Croatia today in Group L of the 2026 FIFA... More

06/17/2026

Police arrest 2 in 3 street takeovers in Northeast Portland Featured News by Oregon Today News
Police arrest 2 in 3 street takeovers in Northeast Portland
Two men were arrested and a 17-year-old was cited Tuesday night as Portland police broke u... More

06/17/2026

Victims identified in B-52 bomber crash that killed 8 at California Air Force base Featured News by Oregon Today News
Victims identified in B-52 bomber crash that killed 8 at California Air Force base
The victims killed in Mondays fiery crash of a B-52 include four active duty airmen one re... More

06/17/2026

In-N-Out Burger location in Hillsboro opens Thursday Featured News by Oregon Today News
In-N-Out Burger location in Hillsboro opens Thursday
In-Out Burger will open its newest Oregon restaurant Thursday Hillsboro the company announ... More

06/17/2026

Editorial: St. Charles in Central Oregon needs help with earthquake preparedness Featured News by Oregon Today News
Editorial: St. Charles in Central Oregon needs help with earthquake preparedness
Dr Steve Gordon president and CEO of St Charles made a plea on Monday that we hope state g... More

06/17/2026

Rare black bear attack on Mt. Si injures hiker, shuts down mountain Featured News by Oregon Today News
Rare black bear attack on Mt. Si injures hiker, shuts down mountain
State wildlife officials are at the scene searching for the animal More

06/17/2026

Central Oregon goes under Red Flag warning as wildfire risk rises Featured News by Oregon Today News
Central Oregon goes under Red Flag warning as wildfire risk rises
Summer conditions and weak winter precipitation have set the stage for a dangerous fire se... More

06/17/2026

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT Water Quality Treatment Operator The City of Coos Bay is soliciting applications for a Collections Operator position. This position can be filled as a Collections Operator-in-Training, I, or II, depending upon qualifications of selected applications. To apply for the position, interested parties should submit a city application, resume, and letter of interest to the HR Office or by email at jspencer@coosbayor.gov. Application materials submitted via email must be an attachment in word or pdf format. City applications are available from the City Manager’s Office, City Hall, 500 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420, by email at jspencer@coosbayor.gov or on the City’s website at https://www.coosbayor.gov/government/job-openings Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt Salary/Pay Rate: Operator in Training $4114-$55106/Month DOQ Operator I $4230-5271/Month DOQ Operator II $4502-$5617/Month DOQ Posted Date: June 17, 2026 Deadline to Apply: Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES The Collections Operator In-Training position performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance and construction work and operates a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of city wastewater collection systems and storm drainage facilities and systems. This is the entry level Wastewater Division collections operator position. Employees of this classification shall have demonstrated their ability to perform independently and with minimum of instruction in the varied function to which assigned. Advancement from this position to Collections Operator I requires obtaining a Wastewater Collections Level I Certificate issued by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality. View the full job posting: https://www.coosbayor.gov/Home/Components/JobPosts/Job/201/107 Featured News by City of Coos Bay
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT Water Quality Treatment Operator The City of Coos Bay is soliciting applications for a Collections Operator position. This position can be filled as a Collections Operator-in-Training, I, or II, depending upon qualifications of selected applications. To apply for the position, interested parties should submit a city application, resume, and letter of interest to the HR Office or by email at [email protected]. Application materials submitted via email must be an attachment in word or pdf format. City applications are available from the City Manager’s Office, City Hall, 500 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420, by email at [email protected] or on the City’s website at https://www.coosbayor.gov/government/job-openings Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt Salary/Pay Rate: Operator in Training $4114-$55106/Month DOQ Operator I $4230-5271/Month DOQ Operator II $4502-$5617/Month DOQ Posted Date: June 17, 2026 Deadline to Apply: Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES The Collections Operator In-Training position performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance and construction work and operates a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of city wastewater collection systems and storm drainage facilities and systems. This is the entry level Wastewater Division collections operator position. Employees of this classification shall have demonstrated their ability to perform independently and with minimum of instruction in the varied function to which assigned. Advancement from this position to Collections Operator I requires obtaining a Wastewater Collections Level I Certificate issued by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality. View the full job posting: https://www.coosbayor.gov/Home/Components/JobPosts/Job/201/107
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT Water Quality Treatment Operator The City of Coos Bay is soliciting app... More

06/17/2026

Two arrested, teen cited in illegal street takeover in Northeast Portland Featured News by Oregon Today News
Two arrested, teen cited in illegal street takeover in Northeast Portland
Officers observed people doing donuts in different street takeover events in Northeast Por... More

06/17/2026

Extremely well done displays that help you understand the history of the area. Not many interactive things for children. Much to read and learn for adults. Customer Review Received Jun 11, 2026 Featured News by Coos History Museum CHM
Extremely well done displays that help you understand the history of the area. Not many interactive things for children. Much to read and learn for adults. Customer Review Received Jun 11, 2026
Extremely well done displays that help you understand the history of the area Not many int... More

06/17/2026

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