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Crash on McCullough Bridge in Coos Bay affects all lanes, delays expected
The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is reporting a crash has occurred on U.S. Highway 101, at milepost 234, on the McCullough Bridge in Coos Bay. All lanes are affected, ODOT is asking drivers to prepare to slow or move over for worker safety. There is an estimated delay of 20 minutes or less.
Dr. Justin Ainsworth Selected as New Superintendent of Coos Bay School District
The Coos Bay School District proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Justin Ainsworth as its new Superintendent, effective July 1st, 2024. Dr. Ainsworth brings over two decades of comprehensive experience in public education, encompassing various leadership roles from classroom teaching to executive management. His appointment follows an extensive selection process conducted by the Coos Bay School District Board of Directors. Dr. Ainsworth's distinguished career is marked by a deep commitment...
High-speed crash in North Bend nearly causes citywide blackout
COOS BAY, Ore. — A two-vehicle crash in North Bend almost knocked out power to part of the city. The North Bend Police Department says 35-year-old Philip Parsons of Coos Bay was driving in excess of 100 miles an hour in his grey 2006 BMW when he crashed into a Honda Pilot, and then into a power pole.
ILWU Picket Ko-Kwel Wharf after no contact from Port’s operators
The longshoreman of the International Longshoremen’s and Warehousemen’s Union (ILWU) were picketing the Knife River barge discharge operation at the Ko-Kwel Wharf near the Mill Casino in North Bend, in late April. The ILWU are upset that, despite over $7.7 million in funds from the U.S. Department of Transportation granted to the old Wyerhauser doc, they haven’t been contacted at all about working the newly expanded facilities. The Local 12 branch of the ILWU was established in North Bend in 1934 and has spent 90...
Firefighter apprenticeship programs are coming to three more Oregon communities, including Corvallis
The Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) has announced three new sites for apprenticeship programs for firefighters. Corvallis Fire, the Coos Bay Fire Department, and Umatilla Fire District 1 will tap into funds allocated by the Oregon legislature to cover apprentice salaries. Karl Koenig, the president of the Oregon...
Hwy 101 reopened 7 miles south of Hwy 42 intersection following crash
COOS COUNTY, Ore. — Oregon Coast Highway (US 101) is closed 7 miles south of the intersection with Hwy 42 (Coos Bay - Roseburg Highway) due to a crash, Oregon Dept. of Transportation reports. "This may be an extended closure," ODOT said around 5 p.m. "Use an alternate route...
Letter: I’m supporting the Coos County Public Safety Levy, Main
I encourage your support of the Coos County Public Safety Levy 6-213 and the re-election of Commissioner Robert Main. Sadly, a huge burden of public safety has been shifted to local taxpayers due to State Laws decriminalizing so much negative conduct, mandating instant release from custody, and the closing of prisons. Remember Shutters Creek which did so much for our community and for the inmates themselves. In August of 2022, Coos County Community Corrections supervised 463 people and had an additional 300 clients with warrants...
Myrtle Point's Detzler is state champion again
EUGENE — Myrtle Point senior Mason Detzler was aiming to become the Class 1A state meet record holder in the shot put. He will have to settle for a second straight title in the event and the all-time record for Class 1A he set earlier in the season. Detzler’s winning throw of 54 feet was more than five feet further than the runner-up for the event. But he came up...
Letter: Drew Farmer will help move Coos County forward
I’m a committed voter living in Coos County for nearly 50 years. I want to be well-informed about the candidates and issues before I vote. I watched the recorded League of Women Voters’ Candidate Forum, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9pBpPjwWN8 to hear what the candidates for Coos County Commissioner had to say. Drew Farmer stood out as knowledgeable, intelligent, and caring; Chris Castleman stumbled ignorantly through most questions; and 15-year incumbent, Bob Main, had declined to participate. I read Bob Main’s statement in the Voters’ Pamphlet for our Oregon...
Coos county man arrested after stealing jet ski and trailer
On May 11th, 2024, around 1:45 pm, Coos County Dispatch received a call regarding the location of a stolen trailer and a Wave Runner Jet Ski. It was reported that the trailer and jet ski were being towed behind a white pickup truck that had turned onto Oregon Lane in the Cooston area of East Bay Rd. Deputy H. Francis responded to investigate. When Deputy Francis arrived, she spoke with...
Statewide firefighter apprenticeship expands to Corvallis and Coos Bay
The Oregon State Firefighters Council announced Saturday the departments, along with the Umatilla Fire District, will be sites for apprenticeship programs -- bolstering diversity within firefighting while also promoting community safety.
Bandon girls lead after first day of state meet
EUGENE — Bandon’s girls built a big team lead and had a good day in qualifying Thursday as the Tigers try to repeat as Class 2A state track and field champions. Bandon won a pair of titles, had placers in three other events and generally had a good day on the track. Bandon got off to a great start when Caitlyn Michalek and Katelyn Senn finished first and second in...
Letter: Taxes, taxes, taxes
One might think Coos County leadership was a Democratic majority, it is not. They are saying they want more jail beds when crime has gone down for the last 4 years running. I am not interested in more taxes. All this inflation and existing high taxes has made it very difficult to make ends meet. Mark Daily Coos Bay
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