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Thousands of salmon dead after Douglas County hatchery burglarized
GARDINER, Ore. -- For almost a year, the volunteers with the Gardiner Reedsport Winchester Bay STEP program have worked to get their fall Chinook salmon ready to be released. However, a recent burglary at their facility resulted in an estimated 20,000 salmon being killed. STEP is entirely volunteer-run, with members...
Lakeside man arrested on the charge of Assault II after using a knife during an argument
On April 23rd, 2024, at about 6:09 p.m., the Coos County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch Center received a report of a stabbing at the Seaport R.V. Park located at 72363 Hwy 101, Lakeside, Oregon. Dispatch further advised the disturbance was between family members. Sgt. J. Boswell, Deputy A. Churchill, an Oregon State Police Trooper, and medical personnel responded to the scene. The victim was tended to for a knife wound to the hand. The suspect, Anthony J. Carey (40), was located and arrested on the charge of Assault II. Mr. Carey was transported to the Coos County Jail, where he was booked and remains in custody.
Coming up on KEZI 9 News at 4: sword-wielding man arrested; Reedsport hatchery vandalized
A man was arrested in Blue River Monday morning after being spotted waving a sword on Saturday. Also, in Reedsport, a hatchery was allegedly vandalized and 20,000 salmon hatchlings were killed. Dylan Robichaud has the weather.
High Tide Tattoo & Art Festival returns
The High Tide Tattoo & Art Festival is considered to be the best tattoo convention on the Oregon Coast. The festival is returning to the Mill Casino for the second year on April 26 through April 28. The three-day event is filled with world-class tattoo artists from all over the country, including multi award-winning artists like Brandon Davenport, Jamy Carlton and former Ink Master contender Mat Valles. ...
Lakeshore Myrtlewood store closing soon
After over 14 years of building and selling unique handcrafted gifts, the owners of Lakeshore Myrtlewood have decided to close the store for good- and they hope to liquidate in just over 90 days. Ruth and Rod Engelman say they are getting up there in age and while they’ve loved...
Stuck vehicle at the North Spit is recovered just before high tid
On April 18th, 2024, at 7:04 p.m., Deputy M.R. Smith from the Sheriff’s Office Dunes Division and North Bend Towing Company promptly and efficiently assisted a subject who became stuck in wet sand on the North Spit. The operator was driving on the beach when wet sand pulled his vehicle out towards the water, burying him to the frame of his vehicle while high tide was coming in. The Sheriff’s Office would like to remind those operating vehicles on the beach to know their surroundings and the ever-changing conditions.
Coast Guard decommissions the cutter Orcas in Coos Bay on Tuesday
COOS BAY – The Coast Guard decommissioned the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Orcas (WPB1327) during a ceremony Tuesday. Rear Adm. Charles Fosse, the commander of the Thirteenth Coast Guard District, presided over the ceremony honoring the 35 years of service Orcas and its crews provided to the nation. Commissioned...
Rhody Drive Update
In an effort to keep interested members of our community up to date on the Rhody Drive Realignment & Improvement Project, the City will send out updates throughout the construction process. These updates will also be posted on the City's website at the link below, as well as the City's Facebook and Instagram pages. For more details about the Rhododendron Drive Realignment & Improvement Project, visit the project webpage at https://bit.ly/RhodyRealignment.
Florence 'Rhody Fest': Find flowers and fun at one of Oregon's oldest festivals
Oregon's second-oldest flower festival, "Rhody Fest," is returning for its 117th edition to Florence starting May 16 with the theme "High Tides and Good Vibes." "It'll be another year of 'good vibes' as we celebrate our local natural beauty and floral superstars," said Bettina Hannigan, Chamber President of the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce. "Thousands come from around the world to celebrate with us every year on the third full weekend in May."
VFW, City, recognize first responders, volunteers
The Florence City Hall council chambers filled with police and first responders April 15 for a series of awards and proclamations. Veterans of Foreign Wars Florence Post 3232 presented awards to three local first responders April 15 at the Start of the City Council meeting.
Local Softball Round Up: Pirates lead league in softball
Marshfield’s softball team suffered its first Sky-Em League loss on Friday, but still leads the Sky-Em League after winning its other two games during the week. The Pirates opened the week with a 17-11 win over North Bend. Gracie Peach had three hits, four runs and five RBIs in the win, with both a double and home run. Tatum Montiel also had three hits and drove in two runs and Makenna Johnson scored four runs. Faith Hite, Rowan Hampton and Mckenzie Thornton-Fitzgerald all scored twice. ...
Oregon hospital plans layoffs amid RCM outsourcing
Coos Bay, Ore.-based Bay Area Hospital plans to layoff several workers in non-patient-facing roles as it outsources its revenue cycle management operations, a spokesperson for the hospital confirmed to Becker's. Twenty-seven positions will be affected by the transition. The decision was prompted by various challenges, including hiring locally qualified staff,...
North Bend cheer team wins another national title
North Bend’s cheerleading team recently added to its collection of national titles in the SHARP Nationals, winning its small/medium division in a competition held in Las Vegas. The Bulldogs have now won at Las Vegas six times and also have taken two West Coast Championship titles in California and won a world championship in Hawaii in recent years. This year’s squad includes Amyaika Funk, Addi Carlstrom, Vanessa Alvarez, Kiyannah Reed, Addy Hansen, Addy Garrett, Maili Huber-Ellis and Kylee Dilts. The Bulldogs are coached by Lena Franson and her daughter, Brittany. This winter, North Bend also placed fourth in the OSAA championships for the Class 4A traditional division.
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