Oregon Coast News - October 21, 2009
Daily news and sports coverage for the Oregon coast plus a variety of guides and directories useful to Oregon residents and visitors.
Quakes
A couple of major earthquakes shook the Pacific Ocean floor off the South Oregon Coast and Northern California Coast early Wednesday morning and midday Tuesday. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 4.0-magnitude quake was recorded at 2:17 a.m., Wednesday, 226-miles west of Bandon, and a 3.2-magnitude shook the Cape Mendocino area 34-miles southwest of Eureka, CA at 12:10 p.m. Tuesday. Neither quake produced a tsunami warning.
Marine Reserves Committee
The next scheduled meeting of the Cape Arago Marine Reserves Committee will be held October 21, 2009. If you have questions, you can contact Mike Gaul or Kathy Wall at the Oregon International Port of Coos Bay at (541) 267-7678. Meeting begins at 5:30pm, North Bend City/Coos Curry Housing Authorities, 1700 Monroe Street, North Bend, OR 97459. AGENDA: Approval of Minutes from July 15, 2009 meeting; History of OPAC/Marine Reserves, David Allen, OPAC, Public at Large Member; Update on 3013, Mike Gaul & Kathy Wall; Draft ODFW, DSL & OPRD, Mike Gaul; Meeting Day Discussion, Mike Gaul; Next Agenda, Mike Gaul; Other, All; Next meeting date, Mike Gaul; Adjourn.
Power outage
A power outage was reported in Coquille Monday night. According to an entry on the Coos Co. Sheriff’s log for 9:44 p.m., the power was reported out at the courthouse and the generator and battery failed. 9-1-1 lines were rerouted. Earlier, at 8:20 p.m., 100 W. 17th St., power lines were reportedly down and across vehicles.
Toxic Algae Blooms
Reports of Toxic Algae Blooms in Oregon waterways increased this year. During the past three years, there were 30 reports overall. This year, 21 blooms were confirmed in various lakes, streams and reservoirs. The worst case occurred in Northern Douglas County near Elkton late this past summer where four dogs died after drinking water from Elk Creek, a tributary to the Umpqua River. A report from the Oregon State University Extension Service contributes the increase in the toxic blooms to water flow changes, the spread of invasive plant species and an increase in nutrients flowing into lakes and streams. The study indicates the frequency and intensity are increasing, and state officials acknowledge the scope of the problem is unclear.
Marine honors
The Oregon State Marine Board honored marine law enforcement officers from around the state for their outstanding performance and contributions during the 2009 boating season at their annual post-season conference on October 13, in Bend. Two Curry County Marine Deputies received recognition during the evening awards ceremony for their life saving efforts. On January 9, 2009, Deputies Ted Heath and Walter Sherbarth were dispatched to the Elk River with a report of two kayakers trapped in a strainer. After arriving on scene, the Deputies located two female victims in the frigid water, clinging to the strainer so the force of the river wouldn’t pull them under. Rescue efforts were tricky and dangerous due to the swift current and debris. The two victims were safely pulled from the water with the aid of ropes and ladders. Quick thinking and ingenuity prevailed, and both victims were transported to a local hospital and later released. Fortunately, both victims were wearing life jackets which aided in their survival. Rookie of the Year to Deputy Ken Berry, Douglas County Sheriff’s Office. Deputy Berry issued 359 boat examination reports, issued 61 citations and 110 warnings, conducted eight hull identification inspections and arrested five individuals for boating under the influence of intoxicants (BUII); Program Administration Award of Excellence to Clatsop County and Coos County Sheriff’s Offices. The Coos County Marine Patrol Program was honored with the Yearly Administrative Award of Excellence, which signifies a marine program that submits all reports, documents and information to the Marine Board in a timely and accurate manner and keeps the doors of communication
open. This award is dedicated to office staff, deputies, supervisors, command staff and the Sheriff. “The Coos County Marine Patrol consistently demonstrated the highest standards in administering a top-notch marine patrol program,” said Bill Rydblom, Law Enforcement Manager for the Marine Board.
Coho bag limit increased to three fish on Columbia
The daily bag limit for adult hatchery coho will increase to three fish in the mainstem Columbia River from Tongue Point upstream to the Hwy. 395 bridge at Pasco , Wash. , effective Thursday, Oct. 22. The rule change was approved Monday by the states of Oregon and Washington at a joint state hearing in response to large returns of coho salmon. The adult coho limit in the area between Buoy 10 and Tongue Point increased to three fish effective Sept. 1. Under the new rules, anglers will be permitted to retain one additional adult fin-clipped coho in their current daily adult bag limit which varies by area. The revised daily adult bag limits (effective Oct. 22) are: Tongue Point upstream to Warrior Rock: Two adipose fin-clipped steelhead or adipose fin-clipped coho in combination, plus one additional adipose fin-clipped coho. Closed to the retention of chinook salmon. Warrior Rock upstream to Bonneville Dam: Two adipose fin-clipped steelhead, adipose fin-clipped adult coho, or adult chinook (but only one may be a chinook) in combination, plus one additional adipose fin-clipped coho. Bonneville Dam upstream to the Hwy. 395 bridge at Pasco, Wash.: Two adipose fin-clipped steelhead, coho, or chinook in combination, plus one additional coho. All non adipose fin-clipped coho must be released downstream of the Hood River bridge. The coho season on the Columbia is expected to continue through the rest of the year. Detailed area-by-area regulations, updated regulations, and in-season modifications can be found at on the ODFW Web site at the following URL: http://www.dfw.state.or.us/resources/fishing/reg_changes/columbia.asp
Hatchery Research Center seeks member for Advisory Committee
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife and Oregon State University announced today that they are seeking a candidate for the Oregon Hatchery Research Center Advisory Committee. The 15-member committee advises the OHRC senior scientist on activities and functions related to the operation and maintenance of the OHRC. The committee meets quarterly, with upcoming meetings scheduled for Dec. 4, 2009 and March 8, June 14, Sept. 13 and Dec. 13, 2010. The open position represents resource producers (agriculture, timber and gravel) with an 18-month appointment from December 2009 through June 2011. If reappointed, subsequent term(s) will be three years. Candidates must submit a letter of interest by Oct. 30, 2009. The letter should specify why the applicant is interested and provide three references. ODFW and OSU representatives will finalize their selections prior to Nov. 20, 2009. Other committee members represent the federal government, local governments, conservation groups, sport fishing groups, the commercial fishing industry, tribes, watershed councils and education. Two members represent the public-at-large and four represent the scientific community. The OHRC is a cooperative research project between ODFW and OSU. The center’s mission is to develop an understanding of the mechanisms that may create differences between hatchery and wild fish, and devise ways to reduce and manage the differences so that hatcheries can be used responsibly in the conservation and management of Oregon’s native fish. For more information about the Advisory Committee or how to submit a letter of interest, please contact Margaret Cleveland at margaret.l.cleveland@state.or.us or 503-947-6230. For more information about the OHRC, visit OHRC’s Web site at www.dfw.state.or.us/OHRC.
State Rep. Roblan files for re-election
Representative Arnie Roblan (D- Coos Bay) has filed for re-election with the Oregon Secretary of State’s office. Rep. Roblan was first elected to the Oregon House of Representatives in 2004 and will be seeking his fourth term in the Oregon Legislature. Rep. Roblan currently serves as the Speaker Pro Tempore of the Oregon House of Representatives and is Chair of the House Committee on Rules. He is also a member of the House Education Committee and the House Committee on Agriculture, Natural Resources and Rural Communities. Roblan said that he welcomed the opportunity to serve the people of House District 9 for another two years. “There are some extremely important tasks and challenges still ahead of us. I believe that I can accomplish a great deal in areas such as education and economic development while working alongside the people of the south coast.” For more information, call Arnie Roblan at 541-267-6609.
Parks calendar
The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) has released the 2010 "Go Click" state parks calendar, a version that is free and paperless. Visitors to the OPRD website can download and print the calendar at www.oregonstateparks.org/goclick. It is available only online. "We're hoping that a free and web accessible calendar will bring the beauty of Oregon's state parks into more people's homes, said Jennifer McCormick, an OPRD marketing and communications specialist. "It's also a cost-savings experiment, and we're looking forward to seeing how well it's received." The calendar showcases the 12 winning entries in OPRD's 2008 photo contest. The grand prizewinner, a photo of Cape Blanco taken by Gresham resident Alan Hirschmugl, is featured on the cover.
IBO Forum
The Bay Area Chamber of Commerce Independent Business Operator’s (IBO) Forum Wednesday, 11:30 a.m., Salmon Room, Mill Casino, will feature Carol Mangan, Executive VP & Commercial Bank Group Director for Sterling Savings Bank. RSVP the Chamber at (541) 266-0868.
Learn About Medicare Plan Choices In North Bend, Coos Bay, Reedsport and Lakeside
Sterling Life Insurance Company is hosting a Medicare Advantage seminar to present information on Medicare and Private-Fee-for-Service plans. The seminars will be held October 21, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm, at North Bend Senior Activity Center, 1470 Airport Lane, North Bend, October 23, from 11 am to 12 pm, at Coos Bay Senior Activity Center, 886 S 4th St, Coos Bay, October 27, from 1 pm to 2 pm, at Lower Umpqua Senior Center, 460 Winchester Ave, Reedsport, and October 29, from 1 pm to 2 pm, at Lakeside Senior Center, 915 N Lake Rd, Lakeside. Attendees are under no obligation to purchase any Sterling plan. A licensed agent will be available to answer questions about Sterling Health Plans.
Java Jones Green Night
Java Jones in the Empire District of Coos Bay on Newmark Ave. will host a Green Night on Wednesday, Oct. 21st. Hey Everyone! For this Wednesday, Green Night we will have a Dr. Sha webcast from 5-545pm on Divine Protection. If you are not familiar with Dr. Sha he does Soul, Mind and Body Work all over the world and anyone can sign up for free telecasts or webcasts at various times but I thought this would be good to play on the tv and use as kind of a pre green night for: Dennis' movie presentation. Naqoyqatsi, or Naqoyqatsi: Life as War, is a documentary film released in 2002; it is the third and final film of the Qatsi trilogy by Godfrey Reggio. The film focuses on society's transition from a natural environment to a technology-based industrial environment.
Southwestern to offer Qigong class
Southwestern Oregon Community College is offering a chance for people to learn more about and participate in Qigong. Cosmic Freedom Qigong (CFQ) is a holistic, meridian-based form of energy healing based on the principles of ancient Chinese medicine and the work of Master S.Y. Yap from Malaysia. CFQ was introduced to North America by Dr. Chok Hiew, PhD., Professor of Psychology at the University of New Brunswick, to train health professionals in energy or meridian therapy for self care and work with clients. Qigong has been shown to improve energy, restore sleep, regulate blood pressure, improve flexibility, ease the ills of aging, as well as to balance depression, anxiety, and addictive behaviors. In Level One, “Healing Ourselves and Facilitating Healing in Others,” students will learn a series of movements designed to increase the flow of qi and promote relaxation and well-being. Participants will have ample time to practice movements and healing skills. Level One takes place November 6 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:20 p.m. and November 7 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. Tuition for the class is $100. In Level Two, “Healing Light Meditation for Practitioners and Clients,” students will learn about the fundamental relationship between mind, body, and spirit from the perspective of Chinese medicine, understand the causes of disease, and practice the proper principles of meditation, both standing and sitting. Level Two will be held November 7 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:20 p.m. and November 8 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. Tuition for the class is also $100. Both classes are certified by National Association of Social Workers (NASW) for 7.25 Continuing Education Credits and eligible for 7.25 contact hours for Licensed Massage Therapists. The classes will be presented by Roberta Roth, LCSW and assisted by Beverly Segner, LCSW, LMT. Roth has been a therapist since 1968 and has worked in human services since 1963. She is an international healing instructor and guide and has done extensive work in ancient healing modalities, integrating traditional and transpersonal psychotherapy. Initiated into the teachings to Shamanism of the Incas, she has studied with medicine people and psychic healers in North, South, and Central America. She trained in Matrix Energetics and teaches energy medicine. Her goal is to integrate Eastern spiritual approaches with Western psychotherapy and teaches and practices Cosmic Freedom Qigong and is a certified CFQ meditation instructor. Both classes will be held at Southwestern Oregon Community College on the Coos Bay Campus in Empire Hall in the Lakeview Rooms. Participants should dress comfortably and bring a water bottle. Coffee and tea will be served during morning sessions. The registration deadline is November 2. Students may sign up for Level One or both classes. For more information, contact Beverly Segner at 888-7281. To register, contact Community Education at 888-7328.
Warrant
A 44-year old male wanted by Coos Bay Police on a warrant for Failure to Appear on a Disorderly Conduct charge, was arrested in Linn County. According to an entry on the police log, CBPD was notified Tuesday morning, 4:02 a.m. that George Ivanoff was lodged in the Linn County Jail at Albany.
Stuck
According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for Monday, 7:08 p.m., Bastendorff Beach, “subject stuck on beach – transferred to Coos Co. Sheriff’s Office.”
Traffic sign
According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for Monday, 8:57 a.m., 420 Park St., tenant just at location harassing them making threats left in vehicle drove up on sidewalk then hit a traffic sign.” An earlier entry, same location, same time, stated “MVA, hit traffic sign and fire hydrant.” An entry on the Coos Co. Sheriff’s log for 8:57 a.m., same address, “Grand Management having problem with tenant.”
DWS
According to an entry on the North Bend Police log for Monday, 8:29 a.m., Newmark St., SWOCC, 46-year old Scott Eugene Hickey issued citation in lieu of arrest for DWS-Misdemeanor and warned for Failure to Obey Traffic Control Device.
Warnings
North Bend Police were busy issuing warnings during a half-hour period Monday morning. According to entries on the police log: 7:46 a.m., driver warned for VBR (Violation Basic Rule-speeding) on the 2400 block of Sherman Ave. 7:56 a.m., 38-year old male warned for VBR at Sherman & Union avenues. 8:01 a.m., 38-year old female warned for VBR at Sherman Ave. & Newmark St. 8:08 a.m., 35-year old female warned for FTO TCD (Failure to Obey Traffic Control Device) at Marion Ave. & 12th St. 8:15 a.m., 41-year old male warned for FTO TCD at 16th St. & Marion Ave. 8:15 a.m., 72-year old male warned for VBR at Sherman & Maryland avenues.
Madonna
According to an entry on the Coos Co. Sheriff’s log for Monday, 4:36 p.m., Sitkum Lane, a female reported, “theft of Madonna statue.”
Home invasion
A 63-year old male was arrested Sunday, Oct. 18th, after he allegedly unlawfully entered a residence on the 700 block of Bay St. in Waldport with a firearm, threatened to kill the three occupants and then struck one in the head with a handgun before fleeing. According to a news release from the Lincoln Co. Sheriff’s Office, Pattrick Michael McKay, of Waldport, was later located at his residence and taken into custody without incident. He was charged with Burglary I, Assault II, three-counts of Unlawful Use of a Firearm, three-counts of Menacing, three-counts of Reckless Endangering Another, three-counts of Pointing a Firearm at Another and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. He was transported and lodged in the county jail at Newport with bail set at $655,000.
WX
Isolated thunderstorms and numerous showers in the forecast for the Oregon Coast today with highs in the mid 50s to mid 60s and south winds 10-20 mph. Mostly cloudy tonight with lows in the mid 40s to lower 50s and southwest winds 5-10 mph, shifting to the south well after midnight. Mostly cloudy on Thursday.
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MHS vb
Marshfield swept North Eugene in three straight in 5A Midwestern League volleyball Tuesday night in the Willamette Valley. The Lady Pirates won 25-19, 25-19 and 25-21 to improve to 5-2 with three matches remaining in the regular season. Marshfield’s JV team won in two-straight, 25-14, 25-13, and the frosh won 2-0. Sophomore Kara Young led the varsity with 10 kills and 10 digs, while senior setter Nikki Gross contributed 17 assists and 11 digs.
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North Bend improved to 7-0 in the 4A Far West League with a 3-0 win over visiting Douglas Tuesday night, 25-7, 25-23, 25-15. Super Mateski had 16 kills and 12 digs to lead the Bulldogs, while Haley Dunham had 13 kills and 13 digs. Setter Katie Banta recorded 34 assists.
MHS xc
Marshfield’s Tori Scott was second to Springfield’s Caitlynn Holmes in a three-way cross country meet at Springfield’s Dorris Ranch on Tuesday. Holmes won the 5K race in 20:28, while Scott came in at 21:06. Marshfield’s placed second through seventh in the boy’s race won by the Miller’s Dylan Arana.
NB Boosters
The North Bend Booster Club meets at noon today at North Bend Lanes. Bulldog coaches and athletes will be in attendance to talk about their current seasons.
MHS sc
Marshfield hosts Churchill in a 5A Midwestern League boy’s soccer match at Pete Susick Stadium in Coos Bay at 6 p.m.
NB xc
North Bend’s cross country teams travel to Elmira, west of Eugene, for a meet today at 3:30 p.m.
OSU fb
Oregon State (4-2, 2-1 in Pac-10) travels to the fabled Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum to challenge the No. 4 (AP/Coaches) USC Trojans (5-1, 2-1). The game will be televised live by ABC beginning at 5 p.m. Saturday marks the 25th consecutive live televised appearance for the Beavers - the fifth-longest active streak in the Pac-10. Series: The series dates back to 1914 with USC holding a commanding 58-10-4 advantage, but Oregon State has won two of the last three games, including last year's 27-21 victory over the then No. 1 Trojans - marked the second time in school history the Beavers have beaten a No. 1 team - also knocking off the Trojans 3-0 in 1967 - both games in Corvallis. The Beavers' 2006 victory (33-31) over the then No. 3 Trojans ended USC's 27-game Pac-10 winning streak. OSU has not won at USC since 1960.
UO fb
Oregon’s football team plays at Washington Saturday. Kickoff is scheduled for 12:36 p.m. PDT at Husky Stadium with a live telecast on ABC. Series: •UW leads the all-time series with Oregon, 58-38-5. •The Ducks are making only their third trip to Seattle this decade, where the Huskies hold an all-time advantage of 33-22-4. •Oregon has won five straight in the series, its longest such streak against UW dating to 1900. •In those five wins, UO is averaging 41.8 points per contest. Quick Hits: •The Ducks are 3-0 in Pac-10 play for the first time since 2001 and their five-game winning streak is the team’s longest since a seven-game stretch in 2005.
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After its first pair of weekend wins vs. Cal and Stanford since 1989, the University of Oregon volleyball team (14-3, 4-3) climbed three spots in the eighth edition of the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) national poll released Monday. No. 12 Oregon was the third-highest ranked of the seven league teams in this week’s top 20 that included No. 4 Washington, No. 6 Stanford, No. 13 UCLA, No. 15 California, No. 16 Arizona and No. 18 USC, while Washington State and Oregon State also received votes again this week. The Ducks and Beavers play at UCLA and USC this weekend.
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The 2009 Oregon baseball recruiting class was ranked 24th in the nation by Baseball America’s evaluation of NCAA Division I baseball classes, it was announced by the publication Tuesday. It marks the second straight season the Ducks’ recruiting class has received a top-25 ranking, as Oregon’s class from a season ago was ranked 10th in the nation according to the Baseball America publication. The Ducks are entering their final week of Fall Ball after beginning workouts on Sept. 14. Oregon is beginning just its second season after a 28-year hiatus from NCAA Division I baseball. The Ducks will open the 2010 season on the road at Cal State Fullerton, former home of current Oregon head coach George Horton (1991-2007), on Friday, Feb. 19. That weekend the Ducks will also play single games with Long Beach State, Pepperdine and Loyola Marymount. The Ducks will return home to a finished PK Park on Tuesday, March 2, hosting Washington in a non-conference contest. Fellow Pacific-10 Conference members Stanford (No. 2), Arizona State (No. 3), UCLA (No. 19) and Oregon State (No. 22) were also ranked in Baseball America’s Top-25 poll.
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