Oregon Coast News - July 9, 2010
Daily news and sports coverage for the Oregon coast plus a variety of guides and directories useful to Oregon residents and visitors.
Maslow Project
Coos Bay School District officials are planning to have a resource center open in August that will assist students who are either homeless or at risk. With funding provided through the Oregon Department of Education and the Coos County Commission on Children & Families, the center, which will be located on South Second Street in Coos Bay, will have a goal of stabilizing school age youth and their families with wrap-around services. Patty Sanden is the program’s local coordinator and she says their cumulative count of schools in Coos County shows over 600 students with unstable or inadequate housing. “The school district is concerned about students having to move around a lot. Many are doubled up with other families and do not have control over their living conditions. Research has shown kids fall six-months behind in their education with each change of schools.” The program is called the Maslow Project. It is modeled after a successful program already operating in the Medford area of Southern Oregon. The facility will be available to not only students in the Coos Bay School District, but those in North Bend, Coquille, Bandon, Myrtle Point and Powers as well. Along with counseling and tutoring, students will also have access to a washer and dryer, showers, a kitchen, and even donated clothing. Sanden says it will not be open 24-hours a day, but the planned schedule will be Monday-Friday from 2 – 6 PM. More information about the project model can be found at www.maslowproject.com.
Anchovies
Traditionally anchovies caught in Pacific Northwest waters have been used as bait for sport fisheries. However, a North Oregon Coast seafood processor is pioneering into a delicacy that is normally imported from other countries. Astoria Pacific Seafood is testing out a new market for their marinated hand-filleted anchovies in high-end restaurants and seafood markets in Portland and Seattle. So far, the reviews have been promising. The Oregon based company started experimenting two years ago with anchovies and this past April their product was pitched to Pacific Northwest chefs and retailers. If the response continues to grow, Astoria Pacific Seafood officials see year round employment for about 20 workers at their processing plant. On Mediterranean menus, specially prepared anchovies are known as “boquerones.”
U.S. Coast Guard
The next step in the aftermath of the loss of a U.S. Coast Guard MH-60 Jayhawk Wednesday morning in the waters of James Island, near La Push, WA is the salvage and investigation phase according to a news release from the 13th Coast Guard District based in Seattle, WA. Three of four crew members on board the helo that was en route from North Carolina to Sitka, Alaska were killed. The fourth has been identified as 29-year old Lt. Lance D. Leone, Ventura, CA. He is being treated at a Seattle hospital with non-life threatening injuries. The names of the victims have been released. They are 33-year old Lt. Sean D. Krueger, Seymour, CT, married with three children; 40-year old AMT1 Adam C. Hoke, Great Falls, MT, single with one child; and, 33-year old AMT2 Brett M. Banks, Rock Spring, NY, married with two children. “Team Coast Guard nationwide mourns this loss,” stated Rear Adm. Gary T. Blore, Commander of the 13th Coast Guard District. Witnesses say the helicopter struck power lines 250-feet in the air about 9:30 a.m. The investigation includes survivor interviews, witness interview, and examination of the wreckage and flight data recorder.
Tsunami Sirens
On Saturday, July 10th, Tsunami Sirens will be tested in the Bay Area between 2 and 3 p.m.
Small quake
A small earthquake was recorded in Douglas County Thursday afternoon. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the 1.4-magnitude quake occurred at 1:11 p.m., 20-miles northeast of Roseburg at a depth of 23.6-miles.
Saltwater fishing focus of ODFW event in Gold Beach
The Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife will host an education event especially for saltwater anglers in July 10 in Gold Beach. “ODFW recognizes the importance of saltwater angler education and information for the public,” said Gway Kirchner, assistant manager for the Marine Resources Program. One lucky participant will win a free four-hour bottom fishing trip donated by Five Star Charters. The trip is for one person and must be used by end of August. To enter, you must complete the fish identification part of the open house. The event is near the public boat ramp from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. They are geared toward beginning and advanced saltwater anglers alike with something for everyone. ODFW staff will be on hand to answer questions; share fishing tips and secrets; show how to ID fish, and swap fish stories. They will also have examples of fish and shellfish, demonstrations on how to return bycatch to depth, as well as handy fish guides. There will also be information about ODFW’s latest collaborative research with local anglers aimed at increasing fishing opportunity. The displays include: Successful Fishing: how to target your catch and avoid the fish you don’t want to catch; Understanding Fisheries Management: who’s in charge and why are you doing it that way; Research with Angler Groups; and Crab and Shellfish Information. This open house is part of ODFW’s mission to provide helpful information and answer questions anglers might have.
New River Events
New River is located south of Bandon. Events this summer include: Art at New River – Sunday, July 11 – 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Shutterburgs can join a presentation and guided walk with wildlife photographers Lois Miller and Knute Andersson, while budding artists can join a field sketching lesson with Ava Richey. A New River calendar of events can be downloaded at the Coos Bay District website: www.blm.gov/or/districts/coosbay.
SOCC Board meeting
The Board of Education for Southwestern Oregon Community College will meet on Friday, July 9, 2010 and Saturday, July 10, 2010, Lakeview E/F/G and Tioga Hall, Room 505, 1988 Newmark Ave., Coos Bay, Oregon. RETREAT, EXECUTIVE AND REGULAR MEETINGS, July 9, 2010: 1. ANNUAL RETREAT ** (Lakeview E/F/G) 1:30 p.m.; July 10, 2010: 1. ANNUAL RETREAT ** (Lakeview E/F/G), 8:00 a.m.; 2. EXECUTIVE SESSION (Tioga 505), 2:00 p.m.: Pursuant to: ORS 192.660 (2) (d) Labor Negotiations; ORS 192.660 (2) (e) Property; ORS 192.660 (2) (h) Legal Rights; ORS 192.660 (2) (i) Personnel; 3. REGULAR MEETING ** (Tioga 505) 2:30 p.m.
County Advisory Group for Forestry to Meet July 9
The Forest Trust Land Advisory Committee (FTLAC) will hold its next meeting on Friday, July 9, in Salem. The FTLAC will receive an update from State Forester Marvin Brown on the budget coalition, a broadly based panel tasked with formulating ideas to achieve a sustainable funding base for the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF). Other agenda items to be taken up at the meeting include: - Ongoing discussion of proposed changes to the Greatest Permanent Value rule, the standard that is used to manage state forests for broad benefits. - Update on legislative initiatives and carbon markets. - Update on the revision process for state forest implementation plans. The meeting will be held at the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) operations building (D), 2600 State St., in the Santiam Room (101) from 9:30 a.m. to noon. FTLAC meetings are open to the public, and an opportunity for public comment will be provided at 10 a.m. The FTLAC is a legally mandated committee of county commissioners representing counties that in the past deeded lands to the state. The committee advises the governing Board of Forestry (BOF) on matters where counties may have a responsibility related to forestland managed by ODF. Planning and policy decisions made by the BOF and ODF can affect the revenue levels received by the counties with forest trust lands managed by ODF. Counties depend on revenue generated from management activities on these lands. The revenue is used primarily for local schools, and also helps fund county government and local taxing districts. FTLAC is made up of seven members that represent the 15 counties that have state forest land within their county boundaries. Counties with these state forest lands include Benton, Clackamas, Clatsop, Columbia, Coos, Douglas, Josephine, Klamath, Lane, Lincoln, Linn, Marion, Polk, Tillamook and Washington.
Watch Her Run at the Marshfield Sun!
“I hope I’m working that well when I’m 120 years old!” quipped the woman watching the Chandler & Price job press running at the Marshfield Sun Printing Museum recently. The rhythmic “ker-chunk” and the agile hands of the pressman were hypnotic—and historic. This is the process that for hundreds of years produced our handbills, announcements, note cards, calendars, and much more. On Saturday, 10 July, visitors to the Marshfield Sun Printing Museum between 1 – 4pm will get a special peek at this fascinating process. Ken Johnson, Marshfield Sun Printing Museum Association resident, will demonstrate this antique press as he prints up note cards destined for the Coos Historical & Maritime Museum gift shop. Members of the public are encouraged to stop by and watch the press in action. Johnson and additional volunteers will be on hand during Museum open hours to interpret the Marshfield Sun’s other printing equipment, as well as to answer questions about the Museum’s exhibits on printing and office technology, and on local history. This special printing job was made possible by a seed grant from the Back 40 Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation to the Coos Historical & Maritime Museum, in collaboration with the Marshfield Sun Printing Museum. The Marshfield Sun Printing Museum’s regular summer hours will run until Labor Day: 1pm – 4pm Tuesday through Saturday. Admission is free. The Marshfield Sun Printing Museum is a unique printing museum located at the north end of Front Street on Coos Bay’s historic waterfront. The Marshfield Sun was a working newspaper office and print shop from 1891 to 1944—and is today essentially as it was left in 1944, with additional exhibits upstairs and on the walls. Call 267-4027 for more information.
Operation Backpack / Shoebox
The Coos Bay School District is once again promoting its charitable “Operation Backpack / Shoebox” prior to the beginning of the next school year. According to a news release, “This program was established several years ago to provide backpacks, school supplies, and hygiene products for school children, which helps reduce educational barriers.” The list of needs are posted at many local retail stores, or on the school district’s website, www.cbd9.net. Many students need hygiene products, such as toothpaste, toothbrush, deodorant, bar soap, shampoo, cream rinse, nail clippers, brush, and comb. “Other needs include sweatpants and underwear for our younger students who may have accidents during school hours.” Donated backpacks and school supplies are distributed to the schools where they are most needed, while a school nurse distributes the hygiene products. Donated items can be delivered to the district office at 1255 Hemlock Ave. between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Call the district office at (541) 267-3104 for more information.
Friday Foreign Film
The “Friday Foreign Film” series at Coos Bay Public Library continues at 7:00 p.m..
on Friday, July 9th. This month’s feature is “In July” (Germany, 2000) by popular
writer/director Faith Akin. A man who has never been lucky in love thinks his fortune may have changed, only to find his life becoming all the more complicated in this nomadic romantic comedy. Daniel is a shy schoolteacher who is often unsure around women, but when he meets Melek, a beautiful Turkish woman, he falls head over heels in love and agrees to meet up with her in Istanbul. However, while en route from Hamburg, Daniel spots Juli, a woman he knows, trying to hitch a ride. Daniel picks her up, seemingly oblivious to the fact that she's long carried a torch for him. When Juli discovers why Daniel is making a long trip through Central Europe, she figures this could be her last chance to win him over. Her attempts to win his affections lead to a
number of arguments, reconciliations, unintended turns, and brushes with the wrong
side of the law. The “Friday Foreign Film” series is normally held on the second Friday of the month and is free to the public. Many of these films are not rated and parental
discretion is advised. For more information call 269-1101.
Reedsport Riverfront Rhythms
WHAT: “SMALL TOWN RUMORS” Country, Rock & Roll, 50’s Classics; WHERE: UMPQUA DISCOVERY CENTER, 409 Riverfront Way, Reedsport; WHEN: FRIDAY JULY 9, 2010 6:30 pm; WHO: Riverfront Rhythms; Contact: (541) 271-4816. Free Concert, Picnicking Welcome, Food vendors on site, Outdoors, lawn seating (bring your chairs or blankets). (No pets, smoking or alcohol on concert site).
Plant Sale to Benefit Women's Chorus
The Sea Breeze Harmony Chorus holds a plant sale the second Saturday of every month (July 10, August 14, September 11, October 9, November 13, December 11) inside Pony Village Mall in North Bend. Hours are 10 to 4. Come and browse our high-quality vegetable and flower starts and healthy house plants. Proceeds of the sale help the chorus buy music and attend events. Sea Breeze Harmony Chorus is a 17-member women's a capella chorus that is part of Sweet Adelines International. For more information, visit www.seabreezeharmony.org.
Suspicious subject
A report of a suspicious subject led to the arrest of a 36-year old male Wednesday night on the 200 block of No. Broadway in downtown Coos Bay. According to an entry on the police log, Carl B. Jackson was taken into custody on a State Parole & Probation warrant for Probation Violation on an original charge of Assault IV. He was transported to the Coos Co. Jail at Coquille.
Probation violation
According to an entry on the Coquille Police log for Wednesday, 1:44 p.m., Ginger Lane, “request assistance contacting client, possible Violation of Probation.” Twenty-five year old Shaune E. Meilike arrested under the authority of a Parole Officer. He was transported to the Coos Co. Jail at Coquille.
Graffiti
The Coos Bay City Manager reported “new graffiti to the building” at 161 Anderson Ave. Wednesday morning, 10:16 a.m.
Alcohol
A North Bend Police officer made a juvenile pour out his alcoholic beverage Wednesday night, 7:34 p.m., on the 1600 block of Virginia Ave. According to an entry on the police log, “several bottles of alcohol found, alcohol poured out, warned for MIP Alcohol and Behavior. Subject en route back home.
Accident
One driver was warned following a non-injury two-vehicle accident in North Bend Wednesday. According to an entry on the police log, the accident was reported at 4 p.m., at Airport Heights Market. Fifty-nine year old Hubert Lynn Jr., North Bend, operating a Chevrolet Trailblazer, was warned for Failure to Yield. The other driver, operating a 2008 Ford bus, was identified as 64-year old Fred L. Harris, Coos Bay.
Sleepy
According to an entry on the North Bend Police log for Wednesday, Sizzler, Broadway Ave., 10:08 a.m., “heavy set male, approximately 55-60 YOA, asleep in vehicle. Vehicle started rolling and RP attempted to wake up the driver. Driver all of a sudden woke up and drove off. Last seen headed southbound on Broadway from Newmark St.”
DUII
According to an entry on the Coos Co. Sheriff’s log for Wednesday, 10:58 p.m., Hwy. 101, Bunker Hill area of Coos Bay, 50-year old Lawrence R. Gunn Jr., Reedsport, arrested for DUII. Transported to the county jail at Coquille, BAC .15%. “Vehicle secured at scene.”
ATV
A 39-year old female reportedly received a compound fracture of her leg during an ATV vs. sandrail accident on the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area Wednesday. According to an entry on the Coos Co. Sheriff’s log, the accident was reported at 12:21 p.m. from the Horsfall Campground.
Dispute
According to an entry on the Coos Co. Sheriff’s log for Wednesday, 10:40 a.m., 100 block No. 12th St., a 46-year old male complained, “female hit RP with tent pole, poured coffee on child; yelling and screaming.” Three-counts of Harassment referred to DA. “White female adult / 60s, red-brown hair, red robe.” Victim listed as eight-year old boy.
Assault
A 22-year old male was arrested early Wednesday morning, after a 51-year old Coos Bay resident reported “he was being attacked in his residence on Wayfarer Road” to the Coos Co. Sheriff’s Office at 12:11 a.m. According to a news release, Matthew Lee Gray, Coos Bay, was arrested on charges of Assault IV and Menacing. He was transported to the county jail at Coquille. The victim received an injury to his lip and arm, but refused medical assistance at the scene.
Rollover
A 2001 Volkswagen Jetta was found on its top on Yaquina Bay Road at Newport on the night of July 7th. According to a news release from the Lincoln Co. Sheriff’s Office, when residents in the area of milepost 10 responded to the 10:03 p.m. accident, they found the vehicle unoccupied. An investigation by law enforcement revealed the Jetta was traveling at a high rate of speed when the driver lost control and drove off the roadway into a log fence. A search of the area was conducted, but no one was found. At 12:01 a.m., a 40-year old male and a 17-year old female were found hiding in a public restroom at a nearby Port of Toledo park. The male was identified as Brian D. Hollis, of Newport. The female passenger complained of neck and back pain and an ambulance was dispatched. She was taken to a hospital in Newport for treatment. Hollis was arrested for Failure to Perform the Duties of a Driver (felony), Reckless Driving, and Criminal Mischief II. He was additionally cited for Driving While Suspended and Driving Uninsured. Hollis was transported and lodged in the county jail at Newport.
WX
Mostly to partly cloudy today along the Oregon Coast with highs in the mid 60s to mid 70s and north winds 10-15 mph. Mostly cloudy tonight with lows in the lower to mid 50s and north winds 10-15 mph. Mostly to party cloudy on Saturday.
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American Legion bb
The numbers one and two teams in the American Legion “A” North Division will meet in a doubleheader today in Roseburg. North Coos Waterfront is 6-2, 7-5, while Roseburg Pepsi is 9-3, 13-4. The first game begins at noon at Legion Field.
SOCS softball
The Bay Area SOCS softball team played a doubleheader against the Oregon Reign out of Eugene on Wednesday. A team comprised of players from Churchill, Sheldon, Springfield, Thurston and Lebanon. Game 1: SOCS 4, Reign 9 - The Reign put a lot of balls in play and our defensive woes continued for the second game in a row. Pitching and hitting were equal in the first ball game but a combination of walks and errors led to runs scored. Lauren Robinson of Corvallis (daughter of OSU coach Craig Robinson) led the way for the Reign with two runs scored and a double. Game 2: SOCS 13, Reign 7 - The SOCS' bats came alive and Breanne Johnson pitched a six hitter for the SOCS win. Alisha Charitar led the way with her continued hot bat - 3-4, 3 runs scored, 1 double, 1 solo HR over left field and 4 RBI. Kara Young went 2-3, 2 runs scored, 2 RBI and a double. Breanne Johnson went 2-3 and 2 runs scored. Kirby Neale had a double. The SOCS U16 team plays next at Junction City on July 17 & 18. The SOCS U14 team plays at Newberg this weekend.
Pirate XC
He calls him “an unexpected prize.” Veteran Marshfield Cross Country Coach Doug Landrum and his 2010 teams are participating in their unofficial off-season workouts in preparation for this fall’s competition, and for the first time since 1967, the early Prefontaine years, the Pirates will have a boy’s team capable of challenging for the district title. The new “prize” is junior Zach Hammonds. He joins veteran runners Tyler Nixon, Eddie Rodriguez, Connor Devereux and Sergio Marroquin who all ran at state last year as Marshfield finished 11th overall. Hammonds family moved to the Bay Area from Idaho this summer and already Zach has been training with the other Pirate runners. Landrum says, “He is a fine young man that is very dedicated to running and helping his team be better; just the kind of kid I love to work with.” The addition of Hammonds gives Landrum a top five capable of running in the 16:30 to 17:30 range for 5,000 meters late in the season. “If we are healthy we will be in a battle with Marist for the league title. We haven't had one of those on the men's side since 1967 so that will be pretty exciting. We drop off a cliff after the top 5 so health will be a concern.” Ah, Marist and health. Two intangibles that will be a factor this fall for the Pirates. After the top five, the talent and experience level does drop off for Marshfield, and to make a run at the Spartans, the private religious school in Eugene that has an unspoken recruiting advantage of gifted runners, Landrum will need his top five to be in good health come district and state. Landrum says his girl’s team will be “young and developing.” Sophomore Jasmine Meline will lead the group. “I expect a strong season from Jasmine Meline; possibly down to the mid 19's, which will give her a shot at state. Shaylen Crook will run well as a freshman, likely a few 21's during the season.” The 2010 campaign has already begun, but the official first day of practice is August 23rd.
South Coast Striders Annual Hike & Picnic at Eel Lake
Saturday, July 10th—10:00am. Tugman State Park—Park at the day use area south of the boat ramp. Meet in the Covered Pavilion by the Lake. Join us for one of our favorite hikes and stay for a picnic afterwards. We will talk about hikes we would like to plan for
next year at the picnic. Don Luce will lead us on this beautiful and fairly level trail which runs around the south edge of the lake for 3 miles. Hikers can explore the lakes many inlets and maybe catch a glimpse of osprey, crane, eagle, deer and other forest creatures as you walk through forests of spruce, cedar, fir, and alder. We have reserved the Pavilion for the day, so rain or shine we will have a covered area to grill and picnic. There are power outlets so we can have a little music and there will be a laptop to view past hike photos with. Bring something to drink, a Picnic lunch or something to throw on the grill if you plan to say for the picnic. Bring lawn chairs if you have them. Eel Lake is a very nice flat water paddle & has a swimming area. You might want to follow your hike and picnic with a relaxing swim or paddle around the lake or maybe a round or two of Horseshoes or Bocce Ball. Driving Directions: From the Visitor Center in downtown Coos Bay drive 18 miles N. on Hwy 101 to Tugman State Park on your right. Turn in and follow the signs to the day use area at Eel Lake. Suggest Carpool Sites and Departure Times: Reedsport Visitor Center—9: 30, Coos Bay Visitor Center—9:20, Ray’s in Bandon—8:55, Coquille Visitor Center—8:55. Battle Rock Park Visitor Center—8:00.
Sponsored by the Bay Area Hospital & Coos County Women’s Health Coalition.
For information go to the Healthy Hikes page at www.coostrails.com. Or call the Bay Area Hospital at 269-8077 or email Don Luce at southcoaststriders@gmail.com.
Blazers
The Portland Trailblazers have announced the signing of their first round NBA draft choice. Elliot Williams, a 6-5 guard from Memphis, was the 22nd pick overall. He averaged 17.9 points per game as a sophomore last season. Williams will practice with the Blazers’ Summer League team in Las Vegas, but won’t play in any of the games. He reportedly bruised his knee in a collision with another player while working out for the June draft and is being held out as a precaution.
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