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Little Ole Big Band is Back!

by Josie Reid Little Ole Big Band is back with big band tunes that will have you tapping your toes and humming along. Under the Direction of Steve Simpkins, the 9 piece band will perform such melodies as: “The Lady is a Tramp”, “Fly Me to the Moon”, and many more. Kayla Kintner is [...]


Wednesday February 8 2012

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Learn About Fly Fishing At The Expo February 25th In Reedsport

The Lower Umpqua Flycasters, a local member Club of the Federation of Fly Fishers will be holding their 22nd annual Fly Fishing Expo at the Reedsport High School Cafeteria, South 22nd Street, Reedsport from 9am to 4pm on February 25th.  Special features include demonstrations and programs on various aspects of fishing, fly tying and fly casting; equipment [...]


Wednesday February 8 2012

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Health Insurance Premiums Continue To Grow

Health insurance premiums continued to grow in 2011 but at slower rates than in recent years, according to the Department of Consumer and Business Services annual report on Health Insurance in Oregon. The 2012 report describes how health insurance is regulated in Oregon and provides detailed information on how Oregon’s seven largest insurers are faring [...]


Thursday February 2 2012

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Anglers Fishing Regulations Proposal by ODFW

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife will outline a new process for anglers proposing new or modified fishing regulations for 2013 at an open house in Charleston on February 7th. According to ODFW fish biologist Mike Gray, the agency solicits public proposals for changes to the fishing regulations every four years. ODFW has modified [...]


Thursday January 26 2012

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Ribbon Cutting For Seaport Rescheduled For Thursday

The Southwest Oregon Regional Airport will officially welcome Seaport Airlines this Thursday, January 26th with a ribbon cutting and wine and cheese tasting event. This event was scheduled for last week but postponed due to the weather. The company offers three round-trip flights between North Bend and Portland Monday through Friday and one round-trip on [...]


Tuesday January 24 2012

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Sunset Preparedness Fair

Sunset Disaster Preparedness Fair

Find out how to prepare for a disaster at the second annual Sunset Preparedness Fair at Sunset Middle School on April 14, 2012. Useful information from the Community Emergency Response Team, Red Cross, Tsunami Outreach Oregon and the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries. Join your neighbors at the Sunset Preparedness Fair 9:00 am [...]


Friday January 13 2012

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Family Fun Day at John Topits Park, Empire Lakes

9th Annual Family fun day is Saturday. April 14th, 2012 John Topits Park at Empire Lake from 10am-2pm. Sponsored by the Child Abuse Intervention Program and Multi-Disciplinary Team To Bring Awareness that April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. This is a great way for families to enjoy the day together and have fun with mostly free activities. Activities include: Face [...]


Friday January 13 2012

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Test Of Pony Creek Dam Warning System On Monday

The Coos Bay North Bend Water Board has announced they will be performing a test of the Pony Creek Dam warning system on Monday morning. The test of sirens will give the public a chance to hear what the dam failure warning sounds like. Sirens are at the North Bend High School and at the [...]


Thursday January 12 2012

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Who Will Win “Iron Chef” Competition February 11th In Coos Bay?

Once again, the Iron Chef contest comes to Coos Bay. On Saturday, February 11th, watch two local master chefs go head-to-head in the Red Lion Ballroom. Starting at 12 Noon, Iron Chef Larry Moore (from Fresh Beginings Catering) will compete against Kevin Linde (chef and owner of Porta) for the tasty title of Iron Chef [...]


Wednesday January 11 2012

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Winterfest Features Decorations By Coos Bay Businesses

The Coos Bay Downtown Association’s annual holiday decorating contest is being held now. Winners will receive prizes.  The People’s Choice award is a traveling trophy. Judging will take place the week of December 12th through the 16th for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place and honorable mention.  The People’s Choice Award will be selected by online voting. Votes may be cast [...]


Monday December 12 2011

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