Oregon Coast News - March 2, 2010
Daily news and sports coverage for the Oregon coast plus a variety of guides and directories useful to Oregon residents and visitors.
High Surf
A high surf advisory is in effect until 4 p.m. this afternoon along the South Oregon Coast.
It could happen here
The massive earthquake that rocked Chile this weekend triggered tsunami warnings up and down the West Coast of the United States and though wave heights only increased a foot or two above tide level, it could be much different next time. And, says one expert, we’re still not ready. Patrick Corcoran, an Oregon State University education and outreach specialist, has been working with coastal communities for several years, helping them prepare for the predicted catastrophic earthquake along the Cascadia Subduction Zone. He said West Coast residents shouldn’t be lulled into a false sense of security because the Chilean quake didn’t directly affect the Pacific Northwest. “We should look instead to the damage in Chile, because that is what could happen here,” said Corcoran, who coordinates the Coastal Storms Program for OSU-based Oregon Sea Grant. “With these distant earthquakes, the Northwest receives no infrastructure damage and hours of warning for potential tsunamis. The same earthquake centered a few miles off our own coast could be devastating.” During the last 10,000 years, there have been nearly two dozen earthquakes of magnitude 8.5 or higher off the Northwest coast, scientists say, and the threat from a major event and subsequent tsunami is very real – and probably overdue. During the last several years, earthquakes and/or tsunamis have struck the Indian Ocean, Haiti and now Chile – providing a grim reminder of what could happen here.
Morris
Jessica Morris, the wife of the man who allegedly killed two Bandon residents Feb. 8th, was arraigned in a Coos County Circuit Court Monday afternoon and charged with Hindering Prosecution. She is also being held as a Material Witness to the homicides and her bail has been set at $1,025,000. According to District Attorney R. Paul Frasier, “Both matters have been set over for further proceedings on Thursday, March 4, 2010.” The 33-year old waived extradition from Virginia where she was captured Feb. 22nd along with her 33-year old husband Gabriel C. Morris by U.S. Marshals. She was returned to Coos Co. on Saturday. Gabriel Morris has refused to waive extradition and is next scheduled to appear in a Virginia courtroom on March 20, 2010. He allegedly shot to death is 62-year old biological mother and her 49-year old boyfriend before fleeing the area with his wife and four-year old daughter. The Coos Co. Grand Jury is set to hear the matters involving both Gabriel and Jessica Morris on Wednesday.
Overdue family
A Roseburg area family that is known to take drives into the mountains is overdue and the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office has begun a search. According to a news release, 40-year old Daniel Magness, 30-year old Melissa Magness, and 4-year old Jared Lee Magness were last seen Sunday at their residence in the Green District. They are believed to be driving the family’s 1994 Chevrolet extra-cab pickup with a burgundy-colored canopy and silver brush guard on the front. Oregon license RTK307. The boy has some medical issues requiring medication. Anyone who has seen the family or has information is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office at (541) 440-4471.
Cell phone law
Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers' enforcement of Oregon's new cell phone law banning most uses of mobile communication devices while driving a motor vehicle noted nearly twice as many citations issued during February in comparison to the number issued during January. Updated enforcement statistics indicated OSP troopers issued drivers 72 citations and 233 warnings during February. During the new law's first month, OSP troopers issued 41 citations and 259 warnings. In total, OSP troopers have cited 113 drivers and warned 492 others since the new law went into effect January 1, 2010. With some exceptions, it is unlawful in Oregon for a driver to use a cell phone without using a hands-free accessory while operating a motor vehicle. Violation of the cell phone law is a primary offense, meaning that a police officer may stop a driver solely for observing the violation, and is a class D traffic violation with a minimum base fine of $142.
Fishing vessel
A 65-foot salmon fishing vessel, which would have been 100 years old next year, was raised from the bottom of Yaquina Bay on the Central Oregon Coast last Thursday after it scuttled itself and sank at a Port of Newport dock last November. The F/V Helen McColl leaked an estimated 30-gallons of diesel when it went down in the middle of the night. The Port, at a cost of $26,000 raised the vessel with the help of a crane and had it towed to the International Terminal where an excavator scrapped the wooden fishing vessel.
Commercial fishing safety courses available
The Coast Guard, in partnership with the Alaska Marine Safety Education Association and American Red Cross, are scheduled to offer three safety courses to commercial fisherman beginning Mar. 9- Mar. 18 in Charleston and Harbor, Ore. Courses offered include an 18-hour Drill Conductor Course, a Stability Course, and an American Red Cross First Aid/CPR Course. The free 18-hr Drill Conductor Course will teach emergency procedures and use of safety equipment aboard commercial fishing vessels. This two-day course is scheduled for Mar. 9-10 in Charleston, Ore., and 15-16 in Harbor, Ore., from 7:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The free Stability Course will teach stability principles aboard commercial fishing vessels. This one-day course is scheduled for Mar. 11 in Charleston, Ore., and Mar. 17 in Harbor, Ore., from 7:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The American Red Cross First Aid/CPR Course will provide students with the opportunity to receive training cards for First Aid and CPR including the use of AEDs. This one-day course is scheduled for Mar. 12 in Charleston, Ore. and Mar. 18 in Harbor, Ore., from 7:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Cost is $8.00. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. For Charleston, Ore., Contact Sector Portland Commercial Fishing Vessel Safety Coordinator Curt Farrell at (503) 240-9373, or Sector Portland Commercial Fishing Vessel Examiner Mike Rudolf at (503) 240-9337. For Harbor, Ore., contact Kathy Hall at (541) 469-7830. The courses are scheduled to be held at: Oregon Institute of Marine Biology, Invert Classroom, 63466 Boat Basin Ave., Charleston, OR 97420 and Harbor Fire and Water Building, 98069 W. Benham Lane, Harbor, OR 97415.
European show about Oregon
The show that nearly 48 million Europeans in 16 countries discovered last spring, "Oregon Uncovered," will now be available for viewing stateside via iTunes® podcast. The 15 episodes feature the attractions, people, experiences and scenic beauty of Oregon. The show inspires travel with a variety of outdoor adventures, culinary experiences, scenic drives and interviews with Oregonians across the state. "We were proud to share Oregon's treasures with the European continent when it first aired last March," said Teresa O'Neill, Director of International & Domestic Travel Trade for Travel Oregon. "And now we're thrilled to bring the show, and Oregon, to the rest of the world." Download weekly "Oregon Uncovered" episodes here: http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/travel-oregon/id308701629. Subscribers will also receive episodes of "Grant's Getaways," a weekly series of travel segments featuring Oregon destinations with themes such as fishing, urban hiking, surfing, geocaching, whale watching, kayaking and whitewater rafting. The Oregon Tourism Commission, dba Travel Oregon, works to enhance Oregonians' quality of life by strengthening economic impacts of the state's $8.4 billion tourism industry. Visit www.TravelOregon.com for details.
Overcrowding
Overcrowding at a youth correctional facility on the North Oregon Coast is expected to be alleviated when a contractor completes a nearly $762,000 project by July. The work is also intended to improve educational opportunities at the Oregon Youth Authority’s two Tillamook facilities. The school serves youth housed in the Tillamook Youth Correctional Facility and the adjacent Camp Tillamook transitional facility, which serve 50 and 25 male offenders, respectively. The accredited high school provides 5.5 hours of instruction 220 days a year leading to high school credits, high school diplomas or, in the case of high school graduates, skills improvement to prepare for higher education or employment. OYA has custody of approximately 900 youth offenders ages 12-24 in correctional and transitional facilities in Albany, Burns, Florence, Grants Pass, La Grande, Salem, Tillamook, Warrenton and Woodburn. The agency also supervises approximately 1,100 youth on parole and probation in communities throughout Oregon.
Family Center gears up for Dr. Seuss celebration
The Southwestern Oregon Community College Family Center is celebrating literacy by commemorating Dr. Seuss Week with a Mulberry Street Parade at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, March 2, on the sidewalk adjacent to the Family Center. Students will be sporting costumes and their decorated bikes and wagons will be part of the show. The parade is one of many activities planned for the celebration, which continues with reading, green collage, dying hard-boiled eggs green for an egg relay and a variety of activities associated with Dr. Seuss literature. The fun will continue with Wacky Wednesday, Cat in the Hat activities, and Horton Hears a Who.
CB City Council
The Coos Bay City Council will meet on Tuesday, March 2, 2010 – 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers – 500 Central Avenue – Coos Bay Oregon. 1) Flag Salute; 2) Consent Calendar; a) Approval of the minutes of February 16, and 18, 2010; b) Approval of Fire Station #1 Change Order #11; c) Approval of an OLCC license application for Tioga Mini Mart and Deli; 3) Introduction of New Employees; 4) Public Hearing on a Proposed Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan Volume III, Coos Bay Estuary Management Plan – Approval will Require Enactment of the Proposed Ordinance; 5) Presentation on the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife Waterfowl Hunting Boundary Change by Police Chief Gary McCullough; 6) Enactment of an Amending Ordinance for the Towing of Illegal Vehicles – This will Require Enactment of the Proposed Amending Ordinance; 7) Enactment of an Amending Ordinance for the Mandatory Minimum Fine for Skateboards – This will Require Enactment of the Proposed Amending Ordinance; 8) Update on the Fire Station Project by Architect Joe Slack; 9) Update on the Pre-design of Wastewater Treatment Plant #2 by City Engineer Carl Nolte; 10) Public Comments; 11) City Attorney’s Report; 12) City Manager’s Report; 13) Council Comments; 14) Adjourn.
CB Urban Renewal Agency
The City of Coos Bay Urban Renewal Agency will meet on Tuesday, March 2, 2010. The meeting will be held immediately following the City Council Meeting
Which begins at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 500 Central Avenue – Coos Bay Oregon. Agenda: 1. Approval of the Minutes of February 9, and 16, 2010; 2. Consideration of Virtual Business Incubator Grant Applications; a. Outlaw Photograph; b. Concrete Pirate; 3. Request to Create Facilities Improvement Plan for the Egyptian Theatre by City Engineer Carl Nolte; 4. Presentation on the Hollering Place Wayside Parking Area by City Engineer Carl Nolte; 5. Public Comments; 6. Adjourn.
CB Schools
The Coos Bay School District Board of Directors will hold an Executive Session and Regular Board Meeting on Tuesday, March 2, 2010, in the Community Room at Milner Crest Education Center, 1255 Hemlock Ave., Coos Bay, Oregon. The Executive Session, based on ORS 192.660(2)(d) to conduct deliberations with persons designated by the governing body to carry on labor negotiations, will begin at 5:00 PM. The Regular Board Meeting will begin at 6:00 PM. Go to http://schoolboard.cbd9.net/?page_id=13f to link to the agenda and board packet, which is subject to change. Go to http://adminblog.cbd9.net/?page_id=114 to link to the public meeting schedule, which is subject to change. All Coos Bay School District Board Meetings are subject to the Public Meetings Law (ORS 192.610-192.710). The public is welcome to attend.
Cheese Fresh to Aged!
Family Food Education Volunteers of OSU Extension are presenting a fun workshop on making healthy, tasty cheeses from scratch. The class will be a hands-on demonstration of safe and delicious ways to make different types of cheeses from fresh styles to those that need to be aged. Featured cheeses in this class will be mozzarella and ricotta. Workshop meets at the Coos County Extension office in Myrtle Point from 11 am to 2 pm on Saturday, March 13th. OSU certified preservation volunteers provide low-cost workshops for the community on a monthly basis. Come join us for The Cheese Fresh to Aged Workshop for only $10.00. For information on this and other upcoming workshops, please contact the Coos County Extension office at 572-5263 Ext 240 or 800-730-4978 or on the web at http://extension.oregonstate.edu/coos/.
Chips
Individuals with chips on their shoulders subject of entries on the North Bend Police log Sunday. At 4:33 p.m., 1600 block Arthur St., “reported her husband’s ex-wife is now stalking her again by driving by her home multiple times.” At 7:30 p.m., KFC, “RP called and wanted to make parking complaint. Subject parked blocking 2 spaces and when she asked if he would move into 1 space so she could park he cussed at her.” At 10:42 p.m., 600 block Virginia Ave. “reports that subject she kicked out of the bar Friday night keeps calling and harassing her and telling her to come outside so she can beat her up.” On the Coos Co. Sheriff’s log for Sunday, 10:49 p.m., Tiara St., “husband woke up from drinking all day, is trashing their house. RP will spend night with friend, given info on Women’s Crisis & how to obtain Civil Standby.” At 5:55 p.m., So. Barview Road, “husband locker her out of residence. Both intoxicated, verbal dispute, male leaving to stay with a friend on Sand Dollar.”
Warrant
According to an entry on the North Bend Police log for Sunday, 11:58 a.m., Oakridge PD served NBPD warrant on 33-year old Derrick Forste charging him with Failure to Appear on an Assault II charge.
Searching
According to an entry on the North Bend Police log for early Sunday morning, 4:06 a.m., Myrtle St. & Ohio Ave., “officer out with subject sitting on the curb at location. Officer advised subject is intoxicated and trying to find his residence.” Officer contacted a 28-year old male.
Two stops
According to back-to-back entries on the Coos Bay Police log for Sunday night, a 28-year old female was stopped twice by law enforcement. The first time was at 11:09 p.m. on Ocean Blvd. & 26th by a Coos Bay Police officer. The second time was at 11:20 p.m. in front of John’s Custom Fabrication by an Oregon State Police trooper.
WX
Rain today along the Oregon Coast with highs in the mid 40s to mid 50s and south winds 10-15 mph. Cloudy with a chance of rain tonight, lows in the lower to mid 40s and southeast winds 10-15 mph. Showers likely on Wednesday.
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NB bowling
North Bend’s bowling teams did well at the State Tournament in Beaverton on Sunday. The Lady Bulldogs girls were close in finishing second in state to Hidden Valley of Grants Pass, while the boys came in fourth behind state champion Roseburg, Centennial and Grants Pass. Thirty teams qualified in both the boys and girls. Hidden Valley won the two head-to-head matches with the Lady Bulldogs by a combined eleven pins to win the state title. The boys fell early to Sprague of Salem, but came back and beat North Eugene and last year’s champions Mazama to earn another match with the Olympians. Coach Larry Hoffman says the Bulldogs were looking for revenge and beat Sprague with one of their better matches. North Bend then fell to Centennial.
5A MWL gbbx All-League
Marshfield sophomore Kara Young was named to the 5A Midwestern League Second Team for basketball in voting by the league’s coaches. The Lady Pirates also got senior Tori Scott and junior Emily Beasley on the Honorable Mention Team. The league MVP was Elise Nelson of Thurston, and her coach Michelle Tuma was named Coach of the Year.
OSU bb
Oregon State right-handed pitcher Greg Peavey has been named the USA Baseball Golden Spikes Spotlight Player of the Week, it was announced Monday. The native of Vancouver, Wash., turned in a phenomenal performance in the final game of a three-game series with Tennessee on Sunday. He threw his first career complete-game shutout, holding Tennessee to just three hits in Oregon State's 1-0 series clinching victory. The right-hander needed just 108 pitches to throw the complete game, of which 76 were strikes. He struck out a career-best nine, and walked one batter and hit another in addition to the three hits. However, no Tennessee runner got past second base in Oregon State's victory.
OSU gym
The No. 7 Oregon State gymnastics team bounced back from its first loss of the season to post the fourth-highest road score in the program's history and the Beavers trounced No. 22 Arizona State 196.925-194.650, Friday night. Oregon State's record improved to 10-1 while Arizona State's record falls to 2-8.
Blazers
The Portland Trailblazers finished their road trip back east with a 4-1 mark, the only loss came in overtime at Chicago. Monday night the Blazers beat the Memphis Grizzlies 103-93 as Brandon Roy scored 25-points and Nicholas Batum 21. Portland takes on Indiana Wednesday night.
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