Oregon Coast News - December 4, 2009
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SCINT
An anonymous tip “regarding narcotics activity” at a south Coos Bay Motel resulted in the arrest of a 48-year old male from Mexico, 6:30 p.m., Thursday night. According to a news release from the South Coast Interagency Narcotics Team (SCINT), Martin Flores-Bejar was found at the Terrace Motel with a fake Mexican voters registration card in a false name with his photography. However a detective who had previous contact with Flores-Bejar in connection with the 2006 homicide of Harvey Davis identified him as a witness in that investigation. Investigators located scales with methamphetamine residue, packaging material with residue, and $760 in U.S. Currency. He was charged with MCS, DCS, PCS Meth, Forgery I, Identity Theft and Possession of a Forged Instrument. Flores-Bejar was transported to the Coos Co. Jail at Coquille.
Intruder rape
A 16-year old Coos Bay female claims a male intruder raped her Wednesday night after he entered an open door at her residence on Lawnridge Loop about 6:30 p.m. According to a news release from the Coos Bay Police Dept., officers responded and quickly secured the residence and deployed a K-9 unit. A track could not be found. The perpetrator is described as an older white male adult, over six-foot, medium build and a short scruffy white beard. He was wearing aviator sunglasses, grey hooded sweatshirt, dark blue jeans and a dark blue baseball camp. Anyone who may have seen anything is asked to contact CBPD at (541) 269-8911 or Coos Stop Crime at (541) 267-6666.
USCG
A U.S. Coast Guard helicopter from Air Station North Bend participated in the search for a 32-year old commercial crab fisherman who fell overboard from a fishing vessel 10-miles west of the entrance to the Columbia River entrance Thursday on the North Oregon Coast. A Clatsop Co. dive team recovered the man’s body near the fishing vessel Ballad. The call for help came in about 1 p.m. The helo was in the area and diverted to conduct a search. It was joined by an MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter crew from Air Station Astoria and a motor lifeboat crew from Station Cape Disappointment, WA.
No School
Following three days off last week, students within the North Bend School District get another short week this week with Friday off. It is a Teacher in Service Day. Students actually had a half-day on Thursday as well.
H1N1 Clinics
The Coos Co. Public Health Dept. has scheduled three H1N1 public vaccination clinics: Saturday, Dec. 5th, 11-3, Pony Village Mall in North Bend; Friday, Dec. 11th, 10-2, in Coquille at the Owen Building; and, Saturday, Dec. 12th, 11-3, at The Barn in Bandon. The vaccine will be provided at no charge at the clinics, on a first come, first served basis, to all individuals who are in the current priority groups. “The Health Dept. is specifically targeting persons with chronic health conditions, which put them at greater risk of complications from the flu.”
Firefighter arrested
A North Oregon Coast volunteer firefighter was arrested Thanksgiving morning and then released Monday morning, Nov. 30th, for allegedly stealing nearly $21,000 from the charitable non-profit Warrenton Firefighters Association. Thirty-two year old Christopher D. Bartlett was charged with First-Degree Aggravated Theft, Aggravated Identity Theft and First-Degree Forgery. He served as treasurer for the 30-member association of volunteer firefighters.
Seabirds released
Dozens of seabirds contaminated with deadly toxins during an algae bloom on the North Oregon Coast in October were released on Saturday, Nov. 28th after being rehabilitated at a Wildlife Center. Nearly 40 Common Murres and Western Grebes were treated after their feathers lost their waterproofing from contact with the slimy algae foam that came on shore this fall. Biologists estimate the bloom killed up to 10,000 seabirds. It’s the second year the deadly blooms have washed ashore.
Wizard of Oz
Tryouts for The Wizard of Oz will be Dec. 7, 8th and 10th, Little Theatre on the Bay at 7pm. EVERY ROLE IN THIS PLAY IS AVAILABLE! NOTHING HAS BEEN PRE-CAST!! Everyone wanting to audition for a principle character (Dorothy, Glenda, Scarecrow, Tin Man, Cowardly Lion, Wicked Witch of the West, and The Wizard) needs to come with a two minute, memorized monologue, a song of their choice, and be prepared to read from the script and sing from the score. All others (not auditioning for a principle role) be prepared to read from the script and sing from the score. For more information, please e-mail the director at burlyman33@hotmail.com Be sure to put in the subject box WIZARD OF OZ.
Holiday Bazaar
Come see Santa Claus at the 48th Annual Holiday Bazaar in Reedsport, Oregon held December 4-5, 2009. Friday 5-9pm Saturday 9am-5pm. Oregon crafters will sell their best handmade crafts. Food will be provided by Reedsport High School art by Highland Elementary School. Sponsored by the Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce, this event will be held at the Reedsport Community Building. The 14th Annual Gingerbread House Contest will be held during the Holiday Bazaar. Always a favorite, there will be prizes for two age groups: 17 and younger and 18 and older. Houses must be completely edible and delivered to the Reedsport Community Building no later than Saturday, December 5th before 10am. Put this Holiday Bazaar on your list of places to be during the month of December. Call The Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce at (541) 271-3495 or (800) 248-2155 for more information.
Hatchery center advisory committee to meet Dec. 4 in Alsea
The Oregon Hatchery Research Center Advisory Committee will meet Friday, Dec. 4, 2009 from 9:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the Oregon Hatchery Research Center (OHRC), 2418 East Fall Creek Rd., Alsea, Ore. 97324. The agenda includes reports on completed, active and proposed research projects and other business relating to the operations of the OHRC. The OHRC Advisory Committee advises the Senior Scientist on activities and functions related to the operation and maintenance of the OHRC. The Committee is comprised of 15 members who represent the following interests: federal government, local government, conservation, sport fishing, commercial fishing, tribal, resource producers (agriculture, timber, and gravel), watershed councils, education, the public-at-large, and science-at-large. The OHRC is a cooperative research project between the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife and Oregon State University . The OHRC’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 use of Oregon ’s native fish.
OIMB 2009 Fall Lecture Series
The Oregon Institute of Marine Biology in Charleston will host its fall series of lectures on Fridays at 3:30 p.m. in the OIMB Boathouse Auditorium. December 4th, Dr. Yvette Spitz, Oregon State University, COASS, Title TBA. Please park on Boat Basin Road and walk down to the OIMB Boathouse. Call 888-2581 for information or email oimb@uoregon.edu.
CB Wine Walk
Downtown Coos Bay Wine Walk. The wine walk goes from 5 to 7 p.m., December 4, 2009, benefits Southcoast Clambake Jazz Festival & South Coast Food Share. Start TBD.
LTOB Country Christmas
Little Theatre on the Bay brings back Country Christmas for its 17th season. Don't miss the tradition of kicking off the Christmas season with the Little Ol’ Opry family’s Country Christmas at LTOB. 4 shows this year. Fri and Saturday evenings at 7:45pm & Saturday and Sunday Matinees at 1:45pm. All times have a warm-up starring your loving Opry Comedy Team, 15 minutes prior to the music. Music begins on the hour. Dates are Dec 4, 5, and 6. Reserved Tickets available at 756-4336, at the door or on-line at www.ltob.net.
Charleston merchants
Open House events continue in Charleston for this Holiday Season on Saturday, Dec. 5th. The South Slough Reserve will offer a class on making “Natural Ornaments” from 1 to 3 p.m. for $3. Charleytown Market Place will offer Wine Tasting and Music, also on Dec. 5th. For more information on Charleston this Holiday Season, visit the website, www.charlestonoregon-merchants.com
Greenacres Barn Dance
False Alarm, a new band from North Bend, will be on stage at the Greenacres Grange Hall for a public Barn Dance on Saturday evening, December 5. All are welcome. Come dance to False Alarm’s energetic music for three hours beginning at 7PM. Our old-fashioned barn dances are easy to learn, with no costume, partner or experience necessary. Beginners are also welcome, and should arrive early in the evening when the dances and figures are taught more completely. This is a light-hearted social gathering appropriate for singles, couples and families. Woody Lane, a professional caller from Roseburg, will teach and call a variety of interesting new dances including contras, lines, and squares. Wear your dancing shoes and a smile. Doors open at 6:45, lessons begin at 7:00, and refreshments are available all evening. The Greenacres Grange Hall is located at 93393 Greenacres Lane, just seven miles south of Coos Bay on Hwy. 42. The atmosphere at the Grange is relaxed, and admission is only $6.00. Students, seniors, and first timers pay $5.00. Accompanied children under six are free. This is an alcohol, tobacco, and fragrance free event sponsored by the South Coast Folk Society. Contact Gail (756-4701) or Paul (572-5370) for more information.
Toys for Tots
Toys for Tots sign up events will be held at Pony Village Mall from noon to 4pm on the following dates: Saturday and Sunday December 6 & 7. Parents registering for Toys for Tots must bring proof of their children’s residency. One of the following is acceptable proof: School enrollment, immunization records, birth certificate, or last year’s tax return. Social Security cards will not be accepted. Look for signs in the mall to locate the Toys for Tots registration location. For more information contact Laura at 404-7526. Collection sites for Toys for Tots Donations have been in place since November 23, 2009. For more information contact Laura at 404-7526.
The North Bend School Foundation fundraising gets underway
Generous alumni of the North Bend School District are responding to the growing need for school funding through donation opportunities created by The North Bend School Foundation. The North Bend School Foundation was created to enhance and augment the North Bend School District’s curricular and co-curricular programs. With the support of the district and surrounding community, the Foundation will conduct fundraising campaigns, pursue donations and write grants to raise funds in support of programs and activities in the schools that currently suffer from inadequate funding. All funds raised will be used to provide students with opportunities to engage in active learning experiences through field trips, assemblies and extra curricular programs. Funds also may be used to assist with the construction of play structures, playground equipment and student areas to enhance the overall school appearance and encourage exercise and social activities. While donations may be designated for specific programs or needs within the school district, the Foundation’s Board of Directors envisions spending directed toward a broad range of learning goals. The Board seeks to help with the purchase of classroom equipment and supplies that promote new technologies, current media resources and superior instructional materials that promote art, science, math and technology equally for all North Bend students. Board Chair, Rick Evans, commented that “The supporters of North Bend Schools have always been gracious in their giving. We simply wanted to establish this Foundation to make it easier to receive contributions that will directly and positively impact our students.” Our students deserve the best, even in challenging economic times. Contact The North Bend School Foundation to obtain donation or fundraising information. The North Bend School Foundation is a 501(c)(3), therefore, all monies given to the Foundation are tax deductible as allowed by the IRS. Contact Rick Evans, Foundation Board Chairman, by calling the North Bend School District offices at 541-756-8304.
Assault
A “Probable Cause” for arrest was sent out countwide Wednesday night following an alleged assault on the 1900 block of Lewis St. in North Bend. According to an entry on the police log, a report was taken at 8:42 p.m., for Assault IV – Domestic.
Accident
One driver was warned for Failure to Yield the Right of Way following a two-vehicle non-injury accident Wednesday, 12:51 p.m., Broadway and Newmark in North Bend. According to an entry on the police log, 38-year old Julie Rutherford, Bandon, was warned following a collision with 47-year old Cindy Kronsberg.
Warrant
A 27-year old male, wanted by Coos Bay Police on two-counts of Sodomy I, was arrested in California Wednesday. According to an entry on the CBPD log for 5:22 p.m., Justin Langan was arrested by the Hughson Police Dept.
Crash team
According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for Wednesday, 4:56 p.m., Crown Point, Coos County Crash Team was called out. According to an entry on the Coos Co. Sheriff’s log, 4:40 p.m., a motorcycle injury accident was reported involving a 56-year old female victim. Charleston Fire responded along with an ambulance.
Warrant
A female wanted by Coos Bay Police on a warrant for Probation Violation on an original charge of ID Theft, was arrested by Bandon Police Wednesday afternoon. According to an entry on the CBPD log for 3:07 p.m., Katie Marie Angrol was taken into custody.
Urinating
According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for Wednesday, 1:42 p.m., 200 block of No. Marple, a 56-year old female reported “a male subject urinating in public.”
Sexual abuse
According to an entry on the Coos Co. Sheriff’s log for Wednesday, 8:42, Skyline Lane, “information from CBPD, subject at Bay Area Hospital reporting sexual abuse.” Victim was contacted at the hospital in Coos Bay. Earlier on the Sheriff’s log, same location, 8:02 p.m., 22-year old male “now wants to be a victim of assault.”
DUII
According to an entry on the Coos Co. Sheriff’s log for Wednesday, 10:53 p.m., Pacific/Marple, 27-year old Jennifer Michelle Wilson arrested during a traffic stop for DUII, BAC .12%. She was transported to the county jail at Coquille.
Assault?
According to an entry on the Coos Co. Sheriff’s log, an assault was reported Wednesday, 2:11 p.m., Windfall Road, “assault subject knocked unconscious.” Charleston fire and an ambulance responded, however, “victim transported to BAH, changed mind & stated he fell.” While at the location, “located 12’ aluminum sign at residence for Bullards Lighthouse. CHF to transport to their fire hall & hold until state parks can pick it up.” The alleged victim was a 22-year old male.
WX
Partly cloudy today along the Oregon Coast with highs in the mid 40s to lower 50s and North winds 5-10 mph. Partly cloudy tonight with lows in the lower to mid 30s and northeast winds 5-10 mph. Partly cloudy on Saturday with highs in the lower 40s to lower 50s and northeast winds 10-15 mph.
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Ducks win!
Redshirt freshman LaMichael James ran for 166 yards and three touchdowns Thursday night to send No. 7 Oregon to the Rose Bowl with a 37-33 victory over No. 13 Oregon State at Autzen Stadium in Eugene. The Ducks (10-2, 8-1) are the Pac-10 champions and will play Ohio State New Year’s Day in Pasadena, CA. Oregon State (8-4, 6-3) was vying for its first Rose Bowl berth since the 1964 season. The Beavers will have to wait until the rest of the Pac-10 wraps up the season to find out which bowl they will play in. Oregon last appeared in the Rose Bowl in 1995.
Marshfield swim
Marshfield’s swim team opens the season with the Midwestern League relays on Friday at Willamalane Pool in Springfield.
Marshfield bxb
Marshfield opens the prep basketball season tonight with the girls at home to Coquille and the boys on the road to Lebanon in non-league games. The girls JV game begins at 5 p.m. The boy’s varsity contest will begin about 7 p.m. and will be broadcast live on Pirate Radio, FM 91.3. The Pirate boys host Wilsonville on Saturday at 3 p.m. in the Pirate Palace, while the girls play at North Bend with the varsity game starting about 7:30 p.m.
North Bend bxb
North Bend’s boys play at Junction City in prep basketball tonight, while the Bulldog girls open at home against the Tigers with the freshman and JV games at 6 p.m., followed by the varsities. North Bend’s girls host Marshfield on Saturday with the frosh game at 4 p.m.
Sunset
Sunset and North Bend middle school girl’s basketball teams will play at Reedsport with Siuslaw of Florence in attendance on Saturday, noon.
Prep wr
Marshfield opens the prep wrestling season at the Springfield Invitational against 15 other teams on Saturday. North Bend’s wrestlers travel to the Elmira Tournament on Friday.
SOCC
Southwestern Oregon Community College’s men’s basketball team (1-2) plays at College of the Redwoods on Saturday in Eureka, CA.
OADA
A former native of Myrtle Point will be one of five former high school athletic directors inducted into the Oregon Athletic Directors Association (OADA) Hall of Fame next year. Bill Peden, who went on to become head football coach and AD for many years at Junction City will be inducted posthumously April 17, 2010 at Sunriver Resort south of Bend. Peden coached the Tigers to second place in state in 1970 in a state championship game won by Coquille, 10-7.
UO vb
Oregon takes on Clemson in the first round of the NCAA volleyball tournament Friday at Lexington, Kentucky. The winner will play the winner of the Kentucky/Michigan St. match on Saturday.
OSU wr
Oregon State’s wrestling team competes at the Cliff Keen Las Vegas Invitational Friday and Saturday.
OSU bxb
Oregon State’s men’s basketball team hosts Colorado Friday night in Corvallis as part of the Pac-10/Big12 Hardwood Series. The Beavers (2-3) will also host Cal State Bakersfield on Sunday at 2 p.m. OSU’s women’s team (4-1) hosts UC Santa Barbara on Saturday at 7 p.m.
UO bxb
Oregon’s men (4-2) will Missouri at Columbia, MO Saturday in the Pac-10/Big 12 Hardwood Series. The 2 p.m. game will be televised on ESPNU. The Duck women (6-1) will host Boise State tonight, 7 p.m., and Long Beach State on Sunday afternoon, 2 p.m., in Mac Court.
Seahawks
The Seattle Seahawks host the San Francisco 49ers Sunday at Qwest Field. The Seahawks are 4-7 with five games to go in the regular season.
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