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Secretary of State held Oregon Votes Town Hall in North Bend Thursday

NORTH BEND, Ore, — *This article has been updated.* Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read visited North Bend on Thursday for a town hall focused on Oregon’s election process and security ahead of the November general election. Read joined Coos County Clerk …

Oregon Votes town hall series in North Bend

September 24, 2026 at 11:17 am NORTH BEND, Ore. – Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read will be in North Bend Thursday, hosting his Oregon Votes town hall series. Secretary Read has been joined by state and locally elected leaders at town halls around the …

Alaska helicopter firm to bring 35+ jobs to North Bend airport

NORTH BEND, Ore. - The Southwest Oregon Regional Airport's corporate hangar will be fully leased to a single aviation operator for the first time since it was built in 2014. The Coos County Airport District approved a lease with ROTAK Helicopter …

Oregon Secretary of State Brings Voting Town Hall to North Bend

Oregon student test scores show some increases, with room for improvement

Oregon has released its annual data on student achievement based on state test results. Many school districts in Southwest Oregon have seen some improvements, but the state is still testing below its pre-pandemic levels. Statewide, results from last school …

Secretary Read to Hold Oregon Votes Town Hall in North Bend

On Thursday, September 24, Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read will join Coos County Clerk Julie Brecke for the next stop on his Oregon Votes Town Hall series ahead of the November general election. The town hall will be held at North Bend Community …

North Bend mayor points to storefronts, housing and growth

North Bend Mayor Jessica Engelke wants the Oregon coast city's downtown to be a place where more people can live as well as shop and work. The city has supported improvements to business storefronts and is planning workforce housing at the former Coos …

Secretary Read to Hold Oregon Votes Town Hall in North Bend

On Thursday, September 24, Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read will join Coos County Clerk Julie Brecke for the next stop on his Oregon Votes Town Hall series ahead of the November general election. The town hall will be held at North Bend Community …

Coos County Airport District approves long-term lease with ROTAK Helicopter Services

NORTH BEND, Ore. — For the first time since its construction was completed in 2014, the Southwest Oregon Regional Airport Corporate hangar will be fully leased to a single aviation operator under a long-term agreement. The Coos County Airport District …

OTH plans new hotel, signs hangar lease

· September 22, 2026 at 2:18 pm NORTH BEND, Ore. – The Southwest Oregon Regional Airport in North Bend is preparing for significant expansion by proposing a new multi-story hotel and securing a lucrative commercial hangar lease. Stephanie Kilmer from The …

North Bend Office Manager Arrested at Home After Company Finds Large Charges on Business Credit Cards

COOS COUNTY, Ore. — The 53-year-old office manager of a North Bend company has been arrested by the Coos County Sheriff’s Office and charged with first-degree aggravated theft and the unlawful use of a credit card. Brandie H. Hughson was arrested for …

Clatsop County briefs for Sept. 24, 2026

Published 10:41 am Wednesday, September 23, 2026 Coast Guard suspends search for missing pilot following plane crash off Oregon coast ASTORIA, Ore. — The Coast Guard suspended its search for a missing pilot after a Beechcraft B95 aircraft crashed into the  …

Bend Rolls Back $60 Million in Tax Rebates for Apartment Developers After Wage Ruling

A recent ruling from the state’s labor agency has thrown a wrench into a City of Bend program aimed at spurring construction of new apartment buildings.  In a July 14 decision, the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries ruled prevailing wage standards …

Top 25 Oregon Football State Rankings (September 14, 2026)

The three Three Rivers League juggernauts who sat atop last week’s High School On SI Oregon Top 25 Football State Rankings kept on trucking with impressive victories. Behind them, however, there was plenty of churn as only one other team held their …

September 2026 Death and Service Notices

Jerald Francis Lutz, 93, of Coos Bay, passed away on August 20, 2026 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440. John Warren Smith, 83, of Coos Bay, passed away August 20, 2026 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the …

Hoist in the high Cascades: Coast Guard lifts injured hiker from treacherous Oregon mountaintop

A Coast Guard helicopter crew rescued an injured hiker from treacherous conditions in the mountains of central Oregon last week. A man suffered injuries to his knee and wrist while climbing in a lava field near North Sister in the Three Sisters Wilderness …

Eating your way along Oregon’s southern coast, from North Bend to Port Orford

QuickTake: You’ll also find lots of interesting experiences and dishes at eateries along the coast — from classic fish and chips at a floating seafood market to banana pudding sherbet at a family-owned ice cream shop. The Oregon Coast can be experienced …

Labor Day Weekend Travel Advice: the Real Nitty Gritty on the Oregon Coast

Published 09/04/2026 at 8:55 a.m. By Oregon Coast Beach Connection Staff (Manzanita, Oregon) – Here it comes: the final last gasp of epic summer trips. Labor Day weekend erupts, starting now. (Above: Fogarty Beach area, Oregon Coast Beach …

Secretary Read Kicks Off Oregon Votes Town Hall Series in Bend

Today, Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read joined with state and local elected leaders in Bend for the first Oregon Votes Town Hall leading up to the November general election. The panel answered questions from Oregonians about how the state is prepared …

David Worby Continues Rollout With Double-Single Release “Living Large in a Small Town” and “Hard Hats”

Breaking Eight and Matt Wynn showcase Worby’s songwriting ahead of his new EP, with streams supporting two charities as part of his $100,000 giving commitment. NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acclaimed …

Indonesia’s 100 GWp Solar Ambition Opens New Investment Opportunities as Indonesia Courts Global Capital

NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Indonesia is moving to translate its abundant solar resources into a major clean-energy investment opportunity, backed by the launch of a national 100 gigawatt peak (GWp) …

Blended Finance Can Turn Indonesia’s Solar Ambition into Bankable Projects

NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Combining commercial investment with concessional finance and targeted risk-mitigation instruments could help turn Indonesia’s solar ambition into projects that lenders …

Frannk Whitte Prepares October Debut Album “Who” Following Release of “Taste”

Developed over three years, the album documents the singer’s evolving sound across pop and acoustic styles. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Frannk Whitte will release his debut album, Who, at the end of …

Building Bridges Education: The HBCU Desert in New England Is No More

For New England students, an HBCU future is no longer a distant dream, it’s a pathway to opportunity and possibility. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For students across New England, access to Historically Black …

Benda World Is Ready to Love

Grammy-nominated songwriter Benda World joins OWN’s Ready to Love: Chicago, premiering October 2, as he prepares to release new music CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Marcus “Benda World” Boyd has spent years …

Uncommon Dialogue Films and CEO Patrick Kilpatrick Selected to Present at American Film Market (AFM)

Hollywood Veteran Filmmaker Selected to Showcase UDF’s Data-Backed Production Slate Vetted by Groundbreaking AI Analytics at AFM’s Premier Innovation Platform LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Uncommon …

Recent Market Analysis of the Automotive Exhaust Manifold Sector, Showcasing Upcoming Industry Trends and Projections

The Business Research Company’s Recent Market Analysis of the Automotive Exhaust Manifold Sector Global Market Report 2026 –Market Size, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

Trends &Forecast Analysis of the Automotive Interior Ambient Lighting Market Significant Long-Term Growth Potential

The Business Research Company’ Trends &Forecast Analysis of the Automotive Interior Ambient Lighting Global Market Report 2026 – And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

The Automotive Interior Light Emitting Diode (LED) Lighting Market is Projected to Reach $10.11 Billion by 2030

The Business Research Company’s The Automotive Interior Light Emitting Diode(LED) Lighting Global Market Report 2026–Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

Law Office of Rodemer & Kane Named Law Firm of the Year in Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs criminal defense firm recognized by the Consumer Ratings Institute for former-prosecutor trial experience COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, UNITED STATES, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Law Office of Rodemer & Kane DUI, …

Charles D. Hatley Named to Virginia Lawyers Weekly’s 2026 Leaders in the Law

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA, UNITED STATES, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Melone Hatley, P.C. is proud to announce that Chief Executive Officer Charles D. Hatley has been named to Virginia Lawyers Weekly’s 2026 Leaders in the Law class. …

Biomass Black Pellets Market Report: Trends, Growth, Segments, Share, and Forecast to 2030

The Business Research Company's Biomass Black Pellets Market Report: Trends, Growth, Segments, Share, and Forecast to 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The biomass black pellets …

Colombia, Argentina and Brazil Supply More Than Half of U.S. Companies' Hires in Latin America

According to Hire With Near's placement data, the same three countries held the top three spots in 2025 and the first half of 2026. SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hire With Near, a staffing and …

ACHS Stays at the Forefront of Herbal Medicine at AHG Symposium

ACHS faculty shared expertise in herbal medicine, education, and research at the 2026 American Herbalists Guild Symposium. PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- American College of Healthcare Sciences (ACHS) leaders …

Stephen Shaya, M.D. Elevated to Commander of Merit of the Imperial Order of Our Lord Jesus Christ

UNITED NATIONS, NY, UNITED STATES, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stephen Shaya, M.D., Executive Servant Leader at J&B Medical and Managing Director of Akkad Holdings, has been elevated to the rank of Commander of Merit of the …

Backup Software Solution Market Outlook Report Including Segment Evaluation and Strategic Industry Perspectives

The Business Research Company's Backup Software Solution Market Outlook Report Including Segment Evaluation and Strategic Industry Perspectives LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The backup …

Analysis of Black Pellet Market Trends and Forecast Highlights Significant Long-Term Growth Potential

The Business Research Company's Analysis of Black Pellet Market Trends and Forecast Highlights Significant Long-Term Growth Potential LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The black pellet …

The Basic Petrochemical Market Is Projected to Grow at a CAGR of 8.1% by 2030

The Business Research Company's The Basic Petrochemical Market Is Projected to Grow at a CAGR of 8.1% by 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The basic petrochemical industry has …

Benzene Market Projected to Grow Steadily at a 7.6% CAGR Until 2030

The Business Research Company's Benzene Market Projected to Grow Steadily at a 7.6% CAGR Until 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The benzene market has experienced significant growth …

Quantum Heaps Appoints Former Salesforce Executive Roman Romancini as President, Latin America

With Latin America added to North America, EMEA and Asia, the Singapore-headquartered AI-company now operates as a multinational revenue technology company. HOUGANG, SINGAPORE, September 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Quantum Heaps, the AI-native …

City of Moreno Valley and Lighthouse Immersive Open Moreno Valley Museum & ArtSpace and Immersive Van Gogh

MORENO VALLEY, CA, UNITED STATES, September 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Featuring more than 140 masterpieces brought to life through breathtaking animation, surround sound, and large-scale projection, The New Immersive van Gogh: The Next Chapter …

KARS-R-US HIGHLIGHTS THE AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND AND 65 YEARS OF ADVOCACY AND IMPACT

MINNEAPOLIS, MN, UNITED STATES, September 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kars-R-Us is proud to highlight its partnership with the American Council of the Blind, a national member-driven organization working to increase independence, security, …

Economic Club of Las Vegas to Host 'Energy and Technology Development in Southern Nevada: Part 1' Luncheon Event

Economic Club of Las Vegas, along with the CEO of NV Energy, to discuss the impacts of data centers and energy infrastructure in Southern Nevada. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Economic Club of Las …

Port Mansfield Commercial Seawall and Loading Dock Facility - Ready to Serve

The New Seawall and Staging Dock at the Port of Port Mansfield - Complete, Capable, and Open for Partnership RAYMONDVILLE, TX, UNITED STATES, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- There is a difference between promising a port and finishing …