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April 13, 1953 – March 6, 2022
As I See It: Life in Langlois
This week I am featuring the small community of Langlois, with information and pictures which appeared in a special section in a July 1929 issue of Western World.
Photos: The best cranberries in the world are grown in Bandon
One of the things that makes Bandon beautiful, fabulous, vibrant and unique is the local cranberry business. The industry is part of Bandon’s identity. Cranberry farmers are a valued (and colorful) part of the local culture and economy. Cranberries and…
Many Changes Seen in 30 Years at Southern Coos Hospital
When Leslie Tucker started at Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center in 1992, the hospital was located at its former site on Bandon’s bluff overlooking the Coquille River.
Letter: Langlois Library hosting quilt raffle
The Langlois Public Library is holding a raffle for a garden-themed quilt. The purpose of this event is to earn funds to purchase the plants for our demonstration pollinator garden.
Severe weather causes chaos throughout Coos County
Severe weather with winds up to 90 miles per hour causes chaos and flooding throughout Coos County from Sunday night into Monday morning.
As I See It: Robbery at Bandon Food Center
Having started my journalism career in early 1959 as a cub reporter (and soon news editor) of the Western World, one of my first big stories came in August of 1960 when I told the story of a hold-up and…
November 16, 2021 Death Notices
Melvin J. "Jay" Huntley Jr., 65, of Coos Bay died November 1, 2021 in Coos Bay. Cremation rites have been held at Ocean View Memory Gardens Crematory, Coos Bay under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel. 541-267-3131. www.coosbayareafunerals.com
Fatal Crash on Highway 42S in Coos County
On November 9, 2021, at approximately 4:30 P.M., OSP Troopers responded to a single-vehicle crash involving a submerged vehicle on U.S. Highway 42S near milepost 10 near Coquille.
Tara Miller: Finding just what the client needs!
When Tara Miller decided to make the move into real estate, she was not content with being “good”.
Bette (Davis) Nelson
November 7, 1932 – October 21, 2021
Letter: Sandie’s pot pies available
Good news from the Langlois Lions Club: Sandie's World Famous Chicken Pot Pies are back for your winter enjoyment. This will be a long overdue fundraiser event as the annual Holiday Craft Fair has again been canceled due to the…
As I See It: Salmon in the Coquille
I know that I have shared this first picture before, but it is so important to the topic of salmon fishing in the Coquille River that I decided to run it again. I am not even sure when this was…
Community Calendar of Events
What: Birding in Charleston
Johnny Waller
With tremendous grief we share the passing of Johnny Waller on August 26, 2021 after a courageous battle with Covid pneumonia.
September 10, 2021 Death Notices
Sharon L. Morra, 52, of North Bend, passed away on September 1, 2021 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.
September 7, 2021 Death Notices
Boyd "Rusty" Armstrong, age 67, of North Bend passed away August 25, 2021, in Coos Bay. Arrangements under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, 405 Elrod Ave., Coos Bay, 541 267-4216.
As I See It: Millard School
Through the years, I have often mentioned Millard School, but without a lot of information about what a first-rate unique school it really was. There are lots of stories about generals and other top ranked military officials who "got their…
Kelly Hultin Named Non-clinical Employee of the Month at SCHHC
BANDON -- Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center’s non-clinical Employee of the Month for June is Kelly Hultin.
Bandon Museum thrilled to be open again
One day, COVID-19 will have its own tab in local and world history. But for now, with the pandemic not quite over, it is a reminder of how far things have come in the last 18 months.