Oregon Coast News - January 15, 2010
Daily news and sports coverage for the Oregon coast plus a variety of guides and directories useful to Oregon residents and visitors.
Siuslaw National Forest
The Siuslaw National Forest has a new supervisor. Jerry Ingersoll, a 22-year veteran of the Forest Service has been named. The Siuslaw National Forest runs from North Bend north to Hebo on the North Oregon Coast and inland to Corvallis. Ingersoll is currently the deputy supervisor of the Humboldt-Toiyable National Forest in Nevada. However, he spent several years in Washington D.C. helping to finalize the travel management plan involving off-highway vehicle use. He reportedly calls the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, which runs from North Bend to Florence, the “flagship” of off-highway use.
Fishing gone bad
A request of an angler in Douglas Co. for his license and tag Tuesday by a game officer led to a two-hour search on the ground and in the air, but his eventual arrest. Thirty-year old Dallas Ware, of Glendale, wanted on three warrants, threw his fishing pole into the South Umpqua River and fled on foot when approached. He was found hiding in berry vines. In addition to the warrants, he was also charged with Escape, Tampering with Evidence, Fishing without an Angler’s License and Unlawful Possession of Marijuana. Ware was transported and lodged in the county jail at Roseburg.
Unlawful sex
A 43-year old North Oregon Coast male was arrested Tuesday for allegedly having an unlawful sexual relationship with a 14-year old girl in Douglas Co. Detectives from the Oregon State Police Criminal Investigations Division arrested Derek Ellwood at a motel he was working at in Garibaldi, just north of Tillamook. He is charged with luring a minor and first-degree online sexual corruption of a child. Ellwood is a registered sex offender following a 1989 conviction for Third-Degree Rape. The investigation began last November. He was lodged in the Tillamook Co. Jail. Investigators say he also traveled to Deschutes and Klamath counties during the past months and are looking for other possible victims.
Vandalism
The Central Oregon Coast community of Newport was struck by vandals recently. Police officers discovered the criminal mischief early Jan. 9th. Windows were broken at businesses along Hwy. 101, traffic cones, garbage cans and even a bicycle were found thrown in the streets and lights were also broken at an ocean side city park.
Brookings’ bears
After three months of lining Hwy. 101 through the south end of Brookings, 25-large bears are now gone. The bears, themed in different colors and poses, were visiting the South Coast from Grants Pass. A Southern Oregon bank actually owns the bears and loaned them to the city in October as part of a “BearFest.” One of the bears was donated to the local high school. Brookings-Harbor H.S. is known as the “Bruins.”
New genetic analysis disputes conclusion about increase in Antarctic minke whales
A new genetic analysis of Antarctic minke whales concludes that population of these smaller baleen whales have not increased as a result of the intensive hunting of other larger whales – countering arguments by advocates of commercial whaling who want to “cull” minke whales. Antarctic minke whales are among the few species of baleen whales not decimated by commercial whaling during the 20th century, and some scientists have hypothesized that their large numbers are hampering the recovery of deleted species, such as blue, fin and humpback, which may compete for krill. This “Krill Surplus Hypothesis” postulates that the killing of some two million whales in the Southern Ocean during the early- and mid-20th century resulted in an enormous surplus of krill, benefiting the remaining predators, including Antarctic minke whales. But the new analysis, published this week in the journal Molecular Ecology, estimates that contemporary populations of minke whales are not “unusually abundant” in comparison with their historic numbers. Using a novel genomic approach, the scientists were able to calculate the long-term population size of Antarctic minkes as roughly 670,000 individuals – which is similar to estimates of current population size from sighting surveys.
Breakfast Meeting Announcement
Bay Area Chamber of Commerce Forestry & Fisheries Committee & Douglas Timber Operators, RED LION INN, COOS BAY, Friday, January 15, 2010, 7:00 a.m., No - host breakfast, Speaker: Mark Johnson – District Manager, Coos BLM, Program: Update on the Coos Bay District Projects & Plans. NOTE: If you plan to attend, please help us guarantee adequate food & seating by calling the Bay Area Chamber Office at 541/266-0868! If we don't hear from you, we won't set a place for you at the table.
Computer Mouse class
The Coos Bay Public Library will again be offering a “Beginning Computer Mouse”
class for novice computer users. The class will be held on Friday, January 15th from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Library’s Internet computers. Seating is limited so pre-registration is required. The sign-up sheet and registration forms are available at the Reference Desk in the Library. This session is designed for users who have no experience using computers or have had trouble using a computer mouse. Attendees will become comfortable using a mouse and an Internet browser. This will be an ideal chance for computer novices to learn the most basic steps to getting on the Internet. There is no admission charged. Please call 269-1101 for further information on this
program.
Weiner Dog Nationals at NBHS
NBHS Student Activities proudly announces the 2010 Wiener Nationals! January 15th, during the halftimes against Siuslaw, you can cheer on your favorite daring dachsunds as they devour the detours and dash to destiny!!! Entry forms available at the NBHS Athletic Department Office, Mini PetMart in the Pony Village Mall parking lot, or Puppy Love in Coos Bay. Early entries include "Pell-mell" Penny Hurbis, "Zippy" Ziggy Johnson and "Turbo" Angel Johnson and "Blinding" Elfie McCullough.
Contra Dance, Saturday, Jan. 16
Band is The All-Girl Impromptu Pickup Band (TAGIPUB), caller is Stacy Rose. Starts at 7 p.m. at Green Acres Grange. Visit our Web site at moourl.com/scfs for more information. A flyer for the January 16 dance is attached. Please put some up!
Clambake Jazz preview Jan. 16th
An exciting new group, “Patsy and the Midnight Walkers”, will perform at the Mill Casino Salmon Room, Saturday evening, January 16th, at 7 PM. Shirley Kintner will sing classic Patsy Cline tunes. From 8 to 10 PM the It’s About Time Big Band, will play for listeners and dancers. Both groups will be featured in the March Clambake Jazz Festival. $10.00 tickets are available at the Electric Hospital, Off the Record and Ko-Kwell Gifts at the Mill. Tickets may also be purchased at the door. Doors open at 6:30. Ages 21 and older.
Barn Dance
The South Coast Folk Society begins the New Year with a terrific Barn Dance at the Greenacres Grange Hall on Saturday, January 16. A talented and energetic local Celtic Band consisting of seven South Coast musicians will be on stage for three hours beginning at 7PM. Stacy Rose from North Bend will call a variety of new and interesting dances. This public event is appropriate for singles, couples and families and is open to all.
Choir
A couple of North Bend High School students have been chosen to sing this weekend in the All-State Honor Choir in Eugene. Chosen were: Lyndee Dexter and Rebecca Allen.
Winter Gala
Bay Area Sunrise Rotary Club will hold a “Winter Gala” at The Mill Casino Hotel on Saturday, January 23, 2010 – 6:00-10:00 PM. The annual fund (and fun) raiser will include dinner, auction, and dancing to Hudson Ridge. Cost is $60 per ticket and can be obtained by calling 541-756-5401, 541-297-7956 or 541-290-1850. The auction will feature several trip packages, art, jewelry, wine and much more. One Fantastic Trip Package that will be auctioned: 4 nights at Wyndam World Mark Condominiums in Windsor, CA; $200 gift certificate to frontier tickets to be used for sports, concert, or theater tickets; 2 tickets to the Santa Rosa Symphony; 2 rounds of golf at the Oakmont Golf Course; Private wine tasting tour and picnic by resident wine specialists; Complimentary wine tasting at Arrowhead Winery; Dinner for 2 at Cafe Portofino; Dinner for 2 at Monti's Rotisserie and Bar; Dinner for 2 at the Villa Restaurant; And a bottle of Beringer Private Reserve 2005 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. (Estimated PKG Value - $1800.00). Plus: A package from Santa Rosa . . .A package from Eugene that includes dinner for 2 and a night at the Hilton and 2 tickets to the Hult Center.
Cited
According to an entry on the North Bend Police log for early Thursday morning, 2:48 a.m., Sherman & Michigan avenues, 26-year old Darren Lawhorn cited for No Valid Operator’s License and warned for Expired Registration.
Yelling
A North Bend Police officer warned two males, ages 27 & 31, at Edgewood Dr. and Kinney Road early Thursday morning after receiving a complaint about “group of adults walking around a vehicle and yelling” at 2:32 a.m. According to an entry on the police log, “officers responded and warned subjects for Disorderly Conduct. Secured vehicle on scene.”
DWS
According to an entry on the North Bend Police log for Wednesday, 10:14 p.m., Virginia & Marion avenues, 25-year old Cari Allin Stillwell issued citation in lieu of arrest for DWS – Misdemeanor and cited for Driving Uninsured.
Vehicles
According to an entry on the North Bend Police log for Wednesday, 9:17 p.m., 1700 block Monroe Ave., “reported theft from vehicle.” At 8:59 p.m., 3600 block Sherman Ave., “reported theft of gas from vehicle.”
Dispute
A reported “dispute between parties and a dog” led to the arrest of a 27-year old female Wednesday morning, 7:12 a.m., on the 600 block Virginia Ave. According to an entry on the North Bend Police log, Jennifer Michele Wilson, North Bend, was found to be wanted on a Coos Co. Sheriff’s Office warrant for Failure to Appear – Criminal Citation. An additional warrant DUII and DWS Suspended of Revoked. Transported to county jail at Coquille.
Urinating
The address was Marshfield High School, but the caller was a staff person from Madison Elementary School in the Empire District. According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for Wednesday, 2:07 p.m., “disorderly conduct, male urinating in front of a class room.” Officer responded, “unable to locate.”
Elk
According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for Wednesday, 9:58 p.m., Ocean Blvd. & Central Ave., “elk crossing.”
DUII
A report of an alleged “intoxicated subject with child, appears he is going to drive away,” led to the arrest of a 51-year old male Wednesday evening, 8:27 p.m. on the 200 block of E. Johnson Ave. in Coos Bay. According to entry on the police log, Wade Warner was arrested on a charge of DUII, Reckless Endangering and Probation Violation. Transported and lodged in the Coos Co. Jail at Coquille.
Cited
According to an entry on the Coos Co. Sheriff’s log for Thursday, 2:45 a.m., Roy & Kellogg, 29-year old Matthew W. Danforth cited for DWS – Violation, No Insurance and Expired Tags. Vehicle towed.
Mud slide
According to an entry on the Coos Co. Sheriff’s log for Wednesday, 12:31 p.m., a female reported a mud slide on North Lake Road.
Remains
According to an entry on the Coos Co. Sheriff’s log for Wednesday, 10:21 a.m., Pleasant Valley, a female reported suspicious conditions, “possible human remains.” Investigation continuing.
WX
Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain this afternoon along the Oregon Coast. Highs in the lower to mid 50s and south winds 25-35 mph. Rain likely this evening with lows in the mid 40s and south winds 15-25 mph. Showers Saturday.
Oregon Coast News Archives Contact
OREGON COAST SPORTS
Pac-10 bxb
Lathen Wallace's 3-pointer with 1.1 seconds left gave Oregon State a 67-64 victory over Arizona on Thursday night in Pac-10 men’s basketball. Roeland Schaftenaar had 22 points for the Beavers (8-8, 2-2 Pac-10). Oregon State fell 62-53 at Arizona in Pac-10 women’s basketball Thursday night. Haiden Palmer led the Beavers (9-5, 1-3) with 15-points. Arizona State’s Rihards Kuksiks scored a game-high 25 points in a 76-57 win over the University of Oregon men’s basketball team Thursday night in Eugene. The loss dropped the Ducks to 10-6 overall and 2-2 in Pac-10 Conference play. ASU improved to 13-5 on the year and 3-2 in league play. The Duck women fell 73-68 at Arizona State. Oregon is now 3-1 in the Pac-10 and 12-4 overall. They’ll switch opponents Saturday.
MHS bxb
Tied with Churchill for first place in the 5A Midwestern League boy’s basketball race, the Pirates host the Lancers tonight at the Pirate Palace in Coos Bay. The frosh and jayvee games begin at 5:30 p.m., followed by the varsity contest about 7 p.m. The Lady Pirates will travel to West Eugene to play Churchill in the Lancer Dome.
NBHS bxb
Locked into a four-way tie for first place in the 4A Far West League boy’s basketball race, the North Bend Bulldogs host Siuslaw of Florence tonight, about 7:30 p.m. The Lady Bulldogs are in a two-way tie for first place and host the Lady Viks at 6 p.m. The jayvee games begin at 4:15 p.m. North Bend’s frosh girls play at Gold Beach.
SOCC
Southwestern Oregon Community College hosts Lane Community College of Eugene in men’s and women’s basketball Saturday in Coos Bay. The women play at 4 p.m., followed by the men’s game at 6 p.m.
Lakers
Marshfield grad Brianna George and Coquille grad Lee Van Pelt have been honored by Southwestern Oregon Community College as the January “Featured Athletes of the Month.” Both play basketball for the Lakers. George is averaging 12.0 points per game and Van Pelt is averaging 16.0.
MHS sw
Marshfield’s swim team hosts North Eugene today at 3 p.m. at Mingus Park Pool in Coos Bay and then competes at the Skip Rumbaugh Invitational at Corvallis on Saturday.
NB wr
North Bend’s wrestling team goes to the Siuslaw Invitational in Florence on Saturday.
Youth bxb
Five sixth grade boy’s basketball teams will compete in a tournament at Marshfield High School in Coos Bay on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010, beginning at 9 a.m. Teams involved are from Coos Bay, North Bend, Coquille, Powers, and Dayton.
MHS Boosters
The 50/50 jackpot at the Marshfield Booster Club luncheons was finally won Thursday at Abby’s Pizza in downtown Coos Bay. The pot grew to $1,174 according to Booster President Steve Schneiderman. MHS senior Cody Dew, attending the luncheon as part of the boy’s basketball team, drew the winning number which was held by Rex Young. Young then pulled the winning white marble out of the bag to win the jackpot. He donated $250 from his share back to the Booster Club to help purchase a new barbecue. The barbecue’s are in need of replacing according to Schneiderman and Young’s donation was timely. They are mostly used during the fall sport season at Buck’s Place in Pete Susick Stadium for the Pirates’ football games, but also Pirate Night when the Booster Club prepares free meals for the athletes and coaches throughout the school year.
OSU wr
Oregon State’s wrestling team hosts UC Davis Friday, 7 p.m., Gill Coliseum, in Corvallis. The Beavers host Cal-State Bakersfield on Sunday, 2 p.m.
UO tr
The University of Oregon’s track teams open the Indoor Season Saturday at the University of Washington Indoor Preview at the Dempsey Indoor Facility in Seattle. The Duck men are the defending NCAA champions, while the women’s team is ranked second entering the season.
Canfield
Tim Tebow of Florida won’t be the only left-handed quarterback trying to impress scouts later this month at the 2010 Under Armour Senior Bowl, in Mobile, Alabama. Oregon State signal caller Sean Canfield has officially accepted an invitation to play in the senior showcase event. Canfield will suit up for the North squad, which will be coached by the Detroit Lions. Kickoff for the 2010 game is scheduled for 3pm (CT) on January 30th in Mobile’s Ladd-Peebles Stadium. The game and all practices will be televised by the NFL Network.
easyfuncandlebiz.com homeandcareers.com walking101.com wicksworks.com wordwooze.net