Oregon Coast News - December 21, 2009
Daily news and sports coverage for the Oregon coast plus a variety of guides and directories useful to Oregon residents and visitors.
LNG & Governor
Prior to being elected for a second term as Governor of Oregon, Ted Kulongoski stated he was open to alternative energy sources, including Liquefied Natural Gas import terminals in the state. However, he also felt only one would be necessary. Today the Democrat stands opposed to any and all LNG’s within the state’s borders. After the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) approved a second LNG application for Oregon on Thursday in Washington D.C., the Jordan Cove Energy Project for Coos Bay, Governor Kulongoski immediately asked the federally-appointed commission to reconsider. Just as he did with the approved Bradwood Landing LNG on the Columbia River east of Astoria, the Governor, along with first term Attorney General John Kroger, has threatened to take FERC to the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco to reverse the approval. The Governor now stands behind environmental concerns associated with the building of the terminals and their pipelines that will carry the natural gas to the West Coast’s main north and south transmission line in the central part of the state. FERC’s approval is just part of the lengthy permitting process that also includes state and local agencies as well.
Gordon Ross
Former Coos County Commissioner Gordon Ross is interested in regaining his old seat on the Board of Commissioners. The Coos River rancher says he will run for the position currently held by first term Commissioner Kevin Stufflebean.
CB City Manager search
The Coos Bay City Council will meet in a special session December 21, 2009 – 6:00 p.m., Manager’s Conference Room – 500 Central Avenue – Coos Bay Oregon. Agenda: 1) Discussion on the City Manager Position; 2) Adjourn.
NB City Council
The North Bend City Council will meet on Monday, December 21, 2009 at 4:30 p.m. in the council chambers of City Hall, 835 California Street, North Bend. They will be considering the purchase of GIS equipment. The North Bend City Council will NOT meet on Tuesday, December 22, 2009 at 7:30 p.m. in the council chambers of City Hall, 835 California Street, North Bend.
Rape
A 63-year old Sutherlin male was arrested Friday afternoon on Rape and Sexual Abuse charges involving a 17-year old female back in 2002. According to an Oregon State Police report, James M. Stanley was also charged with Using a Child in Display of Sexual Conduct. The victim, now 24-years of age, was allegedly abused in both Coos and Douglas counties. Stanley was lodged in the Coos Co. Jail at Coquille and is expected to be arraigned on Monday.
North Oregon Coast closed to razor clamming due to elevated marine toxins
The Oregon Department of Agriculture and the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife have announced the closure of the north Oregon Coast to recreational and commercial razor clam harvesting, from Clatsop Beach north of the Necanicum River to the mouth of the Columbia River, due to elevated levels of paralytic shellfish toxins (PSTs). Coastal scallops are not affected by this closure when only the adductor muscle is eaten. The consumption of whole recreationally harvested scallops is not recommended. Crab and oysters are not affected by this level of toxin and are safe to eat. Shellfish contaminated with PST can cause minor to severe illness or even death. The symptoms usually begin with tingling of the mouth and tongue. Severe poisoning can result in dizziness, numbness and tingling in the arms and legs, paralysis of the arms and legs, and paralysis of the muscles used for breathing. Shellfish toxins are produced by algae and usually originate in the ocean. Cooking will not destroy the shellfish toxins. ODA will continue to test for shellfish toxins weekly, as tides permit. Reopening of an area requires two consecutive tests in the safe range.
Explosives
Old explosives, described as unstable were safely disposed of by an Oregon State Police Bomb Squad from Central Point last Thursday north of Port Orford. A 58-year old male, reportedly cleaning out his father’s residence, came across the explosives and blasting caps. He removed them to his residence and called the Curry Co. Sheriff’s Office for assistance in disposing of them. Arriving deputies immediately secured the scene and contacted the Bomb Squad.
Standoff
A 70-year old Central Oregon Coast male who allegedly threatened to shoot himself Thursday morning at his residence in South Beach at Newport, was taken into custody peacefully following an hour-long standoff. Police officer arrived at Claude Doty’s residence to do a welfare check on him. He would not come out. After about 10 to 15 minutes, he opened the door with a handgun pointed at himself. Officers from the Oregon State Police and Lincoln Co. Sheriff’s Office joined the standoff. Doty eventually put his gun down and was taken into protective custody.
Arrest
A 19-year old Port Orford male is expected to be arraigned Monday in a Curry County Courtroom on First-Degree Arson, First-Degree Theft and two-counts of Second-Degree Burglary charges involving the break-in and fire at Pacific High School in early October. Timothy Allen Maynard was arrested in Oklahoma and extradited back to Oregon. Four juveniles, two boys and two girls, were arrested earlier for their involvement in the Oct. 7 & 8 crimes.
Boy Scouts
A Boy Scout Troop on the Central Oregon Coast is getting the boot from using Walmart’s parking lot at Newport to sell Christmas Trees next year. Scout leaders for Troop 62 were recently told by the store manager that a new corporate policy will disallow their fund-raiser because it takes up customer parking spaces. Troop 62 has been located in the southeast corner of the parking lot for 15-years. Proceeds from the sell of 200 to 300 trees annually pays for the Troops eight boys to attend summer camp, registration fees, badges and awards.
Holiday crackdown
Law enforcement leaders in Oregon announced they will be joining with thousands of other law enforcement and highway agencies across the nation during the upcoming national crackdown on impaired driving, December 16 to January 3, 2010. Drunk driving is one of America's deadliest crimes. In 2008, 11,773 people died in highway crashes involving a driver or motorcycle rider with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or higher. The picture for women is particularly concerning. Twenty-one percent of the 5,473 female drivers killed in crashes in 2008 had BAC levels of .08 or higher. In the past decade in Oregon, more than 2,000 individuals were killed and over 26,000 people were injured by drinking and drugged drivers. "By working together toward a common goal of reducing the incidents of drinking and drugged driving, we will enjoy a safer roadway system," Governor Ted Kulongoski wrote in proclaiming December as Drunk and Drugged Driving Awareness month. "Our message is simple so there should be no excuses or exceptions: if you drive impaired you will be arrested," said Oregon State Police (OSP) Superintendent Timothy McLain.
Winter Term classes start Jan. 4 at 5 p.m.
Offices at Southwestern Oregon Community College will be closed Dec. 23 through Jan 4 at noon. However, Advising, Counseling, and Student First Stop will be open on Saturday, Jan. 2 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. to assist students with their preparation for Winter Term. Winter Term evening classes will start at 5 p.m. on Jan. 4, while day classes will resume the next day.
Popular community classes scheduled for winter
Several popular Southwestern Oregon Community College community classes have times that are listed incorrectly in the Winter Schedule of Classes. Term schedules are printed many months in advance and cannot account for last minute changes or corrections. Swimnastics, offered in partnership by Southwestern and the North Bend Pool, will be offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 7 p.m. at the North Bend Pool. Everyone is encouraged to join in for a fun, low-impact exercise program. Participants will first warm-up and then be offered a range of aerobic exercises that isolate muscle groups, as well as muscular strength and endurance exercises for flexibility and toning. Each session ends in a cool-down that includes stretching exercises. Children’s Judo will he held on Tuesday and Thursday, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Young students, ages 6 to 13, are introduced to basic skill development. Judo is an ideal form of physical exercise and character building. The training provides participants with a safe and reliable system of self-defense. The class meets in the Mat Room on Prosper Hall’s ground floor. The Tuesday evening Focus on Dance class (Beginning BronzeTango) will meet from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Jan. 5 through Feb. 2 in the Odd Fellows Building in North Bend. Offering three dances over three terms, instructor Lynn Haller will spotlight beginning and intermediate levels of American Smooth Bronze Level Tango to help you warm up your winter season. For more information on the changes, the classes, or for registration, contact Community Education at 888-7328.
DUII
According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for early Friday morning, 12:50 a.m., No. 20th St. & Juniper Ave., 34-year old Michael Delacy was arrested for DUII during a traffic stop. He was also found to be wanted on a Coos Co. Sheriff’s warrant for Failure to Appear on an original charge of Harassment – Domestic. Transported to the Coos Co. Jail at Coquille.
Bad check
A 37-year old female was arrested Thursday night, 8:22 p.m., 100 block Hull St. on three-counts of Negotiating a Bad Check. According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log, Sylvia Vieira was transported to the Coos Co. Jail at Coquille.
DHS
Coos Bay police officers were requested to accompany Services for Children & Families on DHS Referrals Thursday. According to entries on the police log, at 11:58 a.m., 2300 block of Ocean Blvd., five children ranging in age from three to nine. At 1 p.m., 200 block So. Empire Blvd., one male child age six.
Wanted
According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for Thursday, 8:24 a.m., 1000 block Noble Ave., “civil deputy en route to location to serve papers, request cover unit. Arrested McGarrell on the two warrants.” One was for Harassment – Domestic, the other for Failure to Appear.
Civil matter
Two males, ages 35 & 36, were contacted outside of a business on the 2500 block of Broadway Thursday at 6:57 p.m. after North Bend Police were contacted about a “fight in progress three males, one with a large piece of wood.” According to an entry on the police log, “civil matter, parties separated.”
Suspicious
According to an entry on the North Bend Police log for Thursday, 4:19 p.m., 2300 block of Pacific Ave., “reported suspicious subject in older small white car following them and masturbating. White male adult, late 20s early 30s with dark hair, no facial hair. Last seen headed towards Broadway Ave. on 16th St.” The report was passed along to patrol and a detective.
Glass
A traffic hazard was reported Thursday, 3:22 p.m., Virginia and Broadway avenues in North Bend. According to an entry on the police log, “multiple RPs report truck lost load of glass in roadway. Officer responded and assisted with traffic control for NB street sweeper to clear roadway.”
Bologna
According to an entry on the North Bend Police log for Thursday, 3:01 p.m., 1900 block Grant St., “reported bologna spread on her vehicle.”
Slide
According to an entry on the Coos Co. Sheriff’s log for Thursday, 3:53 p.m., Sitkum Road, a slide was reported at milepost 2.5. County Road Dept. was notified.
DUII
An alleged intoxicated driver was cited in lieu of custody early Saturday morning for DUII following a traffic stop at Virginia Ave. and Hamilton St. in North Bend. According to an entry on the police log, 23-year old Alyssa K. Takenaka Gaul was also cited at 2:26 a.m. for Careless Driving and Unlawful Lane Change. In addition, 18-year old Jonathon M. Turner, Coos Bay, and 20-year old Steven M. Walton, North Bend, were cited for MIP – Alcohol.
DUII
According to an entry on the North Bend Police log for early Saturday morning, 12:37 a.m., Ashworth’s Market, 27-year old Miguel A. Mendoza Arias, Coos Bay, was cited in lieu of custody for DUII and also cited for DWS – Violation and Driving Uninsured. Also, 18-year old Breanne L. Church was cited for MIP – Alcohol.
Fishing poles
According to an entry on the North Bend Police log for Friday, 4:07 p.m., 2000 block Grant St., “reported his 3 fishing rods and reels were stolen from his boat parked in his yard, RP did not want contact just extra patrol checks.”
Escorted back to school
A North Bend Police officer escorted four juveniles, ages 14 & 18, back to school Friday, 12:54 p.m., after they were found at the south end of the Pony Village Mall parking lot. A 15-year old male was referred on a charge of MIP-Tobacco.
DUII
According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for Friday, 11:35 p.m., Cape Arago & Sandbar, 21-year old Kai Dendy was arrested on a charge of DUII and DWS – Misdemeanor. Transported and lodged in the Coos Co. Jail at Coquille.
Shoplifter
According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for Friday, 7:46 p.m., 2051 Newmark Ave., Walmart, 29-year old Ryan Crousser arrested on charges of PCS Scheduled II and Theft II. Transported to the Coos Co. Jail at Coquille.
Probation
According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for Friday, 7:28 p.m., 400 block No. Wasson St., 44-year old Sharon E. Foster, arrested on a charge of Probation Violation, transported and lodged in the Coos Co. Jail at Coquille.
Dog
According to an entry on the Coquille Police log for Friday, 5:12 p.m., Ginger Lane, “dog bite.” Darlene Missin charged with Public Nuisance – Dog Biting Person and Dog Running at Large.
DUII
According to an entry on the Coos Co. Sheriff’s log for Friday night, 9:13 p.m., Hwy. 42, milepost 18, 50-year old Steven Clark Lovell arrested on a charge of DUII, BAC .13%, transported to the county jail at Coquille.
Criminal Trespass
According to an entry on the Coos Co. Sheriff’s log for Friday, 4:40 p.m., 200 block So. 8th St., 51-year old John C. Langley arrested on a charge of Criminal Trespass II after he allegedly refused to leave an area outside of a bar following a complaint by a 39-year old female. He was transported to the county jail at Coquille.
Burglary
According to an entry on the Coos Co. Sheriff’s log for Friday, 3:19 p.m., 800 Kings St., Powers, 40-year old Robert Mayea arrested on a charge of Burglary, Criminal Trespass. Transported to the county jail at Coquille. Victim listed as a 51-year old female.
Harassing
A 67-year old female showed up twice on the North Bend Police log early Sunday morning. According to the first entry at 2:28 a.m., 2265 Newmark St., “reported female at location is harassing customers and refusing to leave. Officer advised subject paid her bill and left location, and advised not to return. At 5:31 a.m., the same individual was noted at McDonald’s on Broadway Ave. “Officer out with subject at location. Officer transported subject to BAH, assistance rendered.”
Warrant
According to an entry on the North Bend Police log for Saturday, Medford PD notified NBPD that a warrant had been serviced on 30-year old Jessica Jean Tyler-Hatley for Failure to Appear on a PCS Meth charge. As part of a follow up to the arrest, Medford PD also requested CBPD conduct a welfare check on a 10-year old female on the 800 block So. 11th St. at 10:25 p.m.
Accident
Traffic lights at Broadway and Virginia avenues in North Bend were out of service for nearly two hours on Saturday following a single-vehicle accident at Broadway Ave. and 12th St. According to an entry on the police log, a 2008 Toyota Priuis, operated by 52-year old Nancy Jean Helmick, struck a power pole at 1:17 p.m. No citations were issued.
Warrant
Two calls to North Bend Police Saturday about a wanted individual led to his arrest. According to an entry on the police log for 10:43 a.m., the suspect’s vehicle was located at McDonalds on Broadway Ave. Twenty-one year old Kai Mikal Dendy, North Bend, was taken into custody on a valid Oregon State Police warrant for DUII and Failure to Appear. He was transported to the Coos Co. Jail at Coquille.
Fights
Early morning fights reported at two bars in Coos Bay Sunday. According to back-to-back entries on the police log, 1:55 a.m., a 43-year old male reported a fight at Mak’s at 375 Central Ave. At 2:16 a.m., a 24-year old male reported a fight at Gooney’s at 3290 Ocean Blvd.
Dispute
According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for Saturday, 10:27 p.m., 1200 block So. 14th St., 75-year old Gloria L. Sassor arrested on a charge of Assault IV – Domestic and transported to the Coos Co. Jail at Coquille.
Fight
North Bend Police were requested to back-up a Coos Bay Police officer at a reported fight, “dispute/assault” at 8:57 p.m. on the 200 block of Park Ave. following a complaint by a 38-year old female.
Crash team
The Coos Co. Major Crash Team was called out Saturday evening, 5:42 p.m., to Sherman and Florida avenues in North Bend according to entries on the Coos Bay and Coquille Police logs.
Fight
According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for Saturday, 4:01 p.m., Wasson & Newmark, a 28-year old male reported “2 subjects fighting.”
DUII
A driving complaint to Coos Bay Police Saturday, 2:28 p.m., Newmark & Morrison, led to a DUII arrest and charges of four-counts of Reckless Endangering. According to an entry on the police log, 38-year old Steven Woehlert was also cited for DWS – Violation and transported to the Coos Co. Jail at Coquille. There were four passengers in his vehicle, including an eight-year old girl, two 14-year old girls and a 21-year old female.
Computer game
According to an entry on the Coos Co. Sheriff’s Office log for Saturday night, 10:30 p.m., dispatch received a call from England regarding a comment made on their game site “Runescape” from a subject who made a suicide comment. The individual was found staying at an aunt’s residence on Levi Bunch Road and “states he was referring to character in game; father will speak with son.”
WX
Rain along the Oregon Coast with highs in the mid 40s to lower 50s and breezy southwest winds 15-25 mph. Showers tonight with lows in the mid 30s to lower 40s and west winds 10-20 mph. Chance of rain showers on Tuesday.
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Bay Area Rivalry
North Bend evened up this school year’s Bay Area Rivalry competition in head-to-head team meetings with a 65-63 boy’s basketball win at the Pirate Palace in Coos Bay Friday night. The Bulldogs led all the way in improving to 4-0, while the Pirates fall to 2-5. Both teams have this week off and will return to the hardwood floor at the South Coast Holiday Basketball Tournament Dec. 28th, back in the Pirate Palace. The Bulldogs, under new first year coach Tom Nicholls, outscored Marshfield 51-38 in the first half, but the Pirates, under second year head coach Jesse Ainsworth, battled back in the second half outscoring North Bend 20-19 in the third and 17-15 in the fourth. Both coaches are alums of their schools. Marshfield actually tied the game late, but senior Dalton Iveans got key baskets to keep the Bulldogs in front. The Pirates rallied with 15-points off the bench by Evan Griffins. The junior stroked three 3’s in the second half to finish with 15 points. Senior Kyle Tedder, who led Marshfield with 17-points, grabbed a missed free throw with four-seconds remaining, dribbled the length of the court, but was sandwiched by two North Bend defenders, tripped, lost the ball near the free throw line and the clock ran out. Iveans led all scorers with 21 points, 13 in the second half, while junior Jake Lucero had 13 and Aaron Mateski scored 11. Sophomore Dalton Milburn had a strong first half inside for Marshfield with 11 points, but the post player fouled out in the fourth period with 14 for the game. The Bulldogs finished with seven 3’s from four players, while the Pirates had two players with five. Marshfield won the frosh game, 47-32, and the JV contest, 82-65 in two overtimes. The Pirates beat the Bulldogs in Football and Volleyball during the Fall Season, but North Bend evened the Bay Area Rivalry series by sweeping Basketball this winter. The remaining team head-to-head meetings this school year include Swimming, Baseball, Softball and Tennis.
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Marshfield lost its opening game at this year’s Ashland Rotary Basketball Tournament to 6A North Medford, 43-39. The loss put the Lady Pirates (1-4) into a consolation game with Summit of Bend on Saturday. Marshfield got behind with a bad second period, but got back within four at the end. Emily Beasley led the Lady Pirates with 19 points, Kara Young scored 11, Tori Scott, Alisha Charitar, Hannah Francis, Kasey Kuehn, and Josie Berger each scored 2.
Bay City Duals
It’s a unique two-day prep wrestling tournament, but one that can hold a lot of suspense and also give participating wrestlers much needed experience during the holiday break. Marshfield is hosting the 12-team Bay City Duals at the Pirate Palace Monday and Tuesday. North Bend will also participate. Second year head coach Kris Davis likes the dual meet format and feels it will add a lot to the fan interest. Teams from around the South and Central Oregon Coasts will compete as well as a team from Portland, Benson. Wrestling begins Monday afternoon.
SOCC
Southwestern Oregon’s men’s basketball team lost its opener at the Clark Crossover Tournament in Vancouver, WA on Friday to Columbia Basin 113-108. The Lakers were led by Terrence Stanley’s 32-points, Lee Van Pelt’s 28, and Joseph Moquino’s 17. Moquino scored five 3-pointers. SOCC bounced back on Saturday and handed Edmonds a come-from-behind 95-94 loss. The Lakers (3-7) trailed 48-39 at the half, but outscored Edmonds 56-46 in the second half. Van Pelt scored 24, followed by Ryan Flynn’s 18, and Terrence Stanley and Kevin James with 15-points apiece. Bari Mims also had 10. Flynn had five 3-pointers. Yakima Valley beat SOCC Sunday, 89-83. The Lakers trailed 46-30 at the half, but outscored Yakima Valley 53-43 in the second half. Five players scored in double figures led by Van Pelt’s 17, and Flynn’s 15. Southwestern shot 32% in the first half, but improved with 46% shooting in the second half. At the women’s Umpqua Crossover Tournament near Roseburg, Southwestern lost Friday to Highline 63-49. Rose Mattson led the Lakers with 11-points, followed by Kara Miller’s 9. SOCC struggled with field goals in the second half, 5 of 21 for 24%. Shooting improved on Saturday. Southwestern (4-4) hit 61% of their shots in a 90-31 win over Peninsula. Megan Halstead scored 14, while Jessica Hatley had 12 with a perfect night, 5-for-5 in field goals and 2-for-2 at the line. The Lakers beat Shoreline on Sunday, 72-35. Brianna George led Southwestern with 13-points, which shot 58% in the second half, outscoring Shoreline 39-14. The men next play Jan. 3rd at home to the Linfield JV. The women host College of the Redwoods that same Sunday.
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Lathen Wallace had 17 points and Seth Tarver had 15 points and eight assists as Oregon State beat Mississippi Valley State 76-62 Saturday night in Gill Coliseum at Corvallis. Calvin Haynes had 15 points and Omari Johnson added 13 for the Beavers (5-5), who snapped a two-game losing skid. The Beavers host Fresno State Wednesday. The OSU women won their third straight Friday night in downing visiting Seattle University 64-48 Friday night in Corvallis. Oregon State (7-2) next plays at Portland State on Dec. 29th. Michael Dunigan had 16 points and 10 rebounds and Oregon used a late run to pull away from Oakland for a 72-60 victory Saturday night at Mac Court in Eugene. The 6-4 Ducks host Idaho State on Tuesday. Micaela Cocks scored 17-points and Oregon’s women beat Wyoming 78-66 Sunday. The Ducks (9-2) play at Utah on Tuesday.
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Oregon State swept visiting Southern Oregon and Air Force in a couple of collegiate dual wrestling matches at Crescent Valley High School in Corvallis Friday. The Beavers beat the Red Raiders 40-3, and then handled the Falcons 43-3 to improve to 8-1 in duals this season. The Beavers next wrestle on Dec. 29th at the two-day Midlands Championships in Evanston, Illinois.
Seahawks
Seattle fell at home to visiting Tampa Bay 24-7 in an NFL contest Sunday at Qwest Field. The Seahawks are 5-9 on the season with two games to go. This Sunday Seattle plays at Green Bay.
Blazers
The Portland Trailblazers won a 102-95 game at Miami Sunday afternoon in NBA play. Brandon Roy scored 28-points to lead the Blazers on 11-14 from the field and 5-for-5 from three-point range. LaMarcus Aldridge added 23-points and eight-rebounds. Portland improves to 17-12 and will play at the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday.
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