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The Judith Ann Mogan Foundation (JAMF) opens its application portal for the 2024 Grant Cycle on April 5, 2024. Oregon nonprofits are invited to review JAMF’s updated funding guidelines and grant cycle timeline at www.jamoganfoundation.org before applying.
As I See It
"A merchants branch of the chamber of commerce may be organized in Bandon as the result of a discussion which took place at the noon luncheon of the directors, held at Queen Anne (first picture) yesterday," according to the Nov.…
Art by the Sea Gallery in Bandon celebrates founding member
Art by the Sea Gallery and Studio hosted a reception to honor their founding member, Jean Stephenson, who is retiring after serving as the gallery’s president for the past 11 years.
Column: A history of the creameries and cheese factories of Coos & Curry counties in Oregon
In 1974, my wife and I moved to our home on Haynes Inlet, a small farming community northwest of Coos Bay, Oregon.
As I See It
The first picture I am sharing this week is the Central School, which was on the site where Ocean Crest School now stands, and was the school involved in the trial of the school superintendent, brought by a Bandon businessman…
Chili feed slated by Langlois Lions Club
The Langlois Lions Club is hosting a benefit Chili Feed and Dessert Auction Saturday, March 23th from 5 pm- 7-pm. Dessert auction 6pm.- sharp. The event is is located at the Lions Club: 48136 Floras Lake Loop. It is very…
As I See It
A headline in the June 18, 1924, Western World tells the story of a movement that was under way to secure a Wesleyan hospital for Bandon.
As I See It
The first picture I am sharing this week was taken in August of 1968, as Port Manager Al Froland (foreground) and volunteer Cliff Thorn were busy trolling the Coquille River to clear drift out of the river and capture it…
The Black Sand Beach below Blacklock Point
As I See It: Waiting for mail
An article in the June 19, 1914, Bandon Recorder is a prime example of how long it took to mail a letter in those days.
Mary Fern Bess
September 28, 1934 – January 14, 2024
Letter: Thank You
The Langlois Lions wishes to thank the entire community for the very successful Langlois Holiday Craft Fair held this past November 18th and 19th. This 30-year old plus event has been enshrined in the community as a must go-to event.…
2023 Run Whiskey Run
Paul Strike of Florence had an impressive effort on the challenging 10-mile Double Shot race in the Run Whiskey Run held recently on the Whiskey Run bike trails north of Bandon.
As I See It: The steamer Bawnmore
The first picture I am sharing is the "best" one I could find of the steamer Bawnmore, that went ashore in the fog near Floras Lake on August 28, 1895.
AJ Lee & Blue Summit will bring their bluegrass sound to Langlois on November 19
The California bay area-based band AJ Lee & Blue Summit return to the Langlois Cheese Factory for an evening concert of bluegrass, Americana, and country blues on Sunday, November 19.
November, 2023 Death Notices
Myrna J. Hoover, 85, of Coquille, died November 1, 2023 in Coquille. Arrangements are under the direction of Amling/Schroeder Funeral Service - Coquille Chapel, 541-396-3846
Gayle Patricia Thompson
June 26, 1941 – October 27, 2023
Wolf tree?
Learn more about a Trail Investment Plan for Floras Lake
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is working on a Trail Investment Plan for Floras Lake State Natural Area near Bandon, and the public is invited to an informational meeting and to provide feedback 5:30 p.m. Nov. 1.
PO Rotary thanks donors!
The Rotary Club of Port Orford thanks and celebrates the citizens of Port Orford, Elk River, Sixes, Langlois and the surrounding area who came out and supported the club at its first Spaghetti Dinner Auction. We had some glitches, but…