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Friday, February 9, 2024
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•••A man was arrested after unlawfully entering a camper’s tent and stealing several items. K9 Cena was called, tracked and located the man hiding in the dunes•••
On February 8th, 2024, at 9:31 p.m., the Coos County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch Center took a 911 call from two campers who returned to their campsite to find a man inside their tent stealing numerous items. The campers confronted the man who fled from them on foot.
Deputies S. Starr and H. Francis responded with Sgt. Slater & K9 Cena to attempt a criminal apprehension track for the suspect. After a two-mile-long track over sand dunes, Transpacific Hwy, a wood processing plant, and several pools of water, K9 Cena located John P. Corby (48) hiding in the sand dunes.
Mr. Corby was arrested on Burglary I, Theft II, Identify Theft, and Criminal Trespass II charges. Mr. Corby was transported to the Coos County Jail, where he was booked and remained in custody.
After the investigation, the victims received most of their items back due to Deputies Francis and Starr’s exceptional police work.
Fatal Crash – HWY 42 – Coos County
Coos County, Ore 5 Feb 24- On Monday, February 5, 2024, at 4:38 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Hwy 42, near milepost 2.5, in Coos County.
The Preliminary investigation indicated a westbound Honda Civic, operated by Brycen James Creamer (20) of Coos Bay, lost control while negotiating a curve and crossed into the eastbound travel lane. The Honda slid sideways in the path of an eastbound Toyota RAV4, operated by Sandy Lynn Fuller (52) of Myrtle Point, and was struck near the front passenger door.
The operator of the Honda (Creamer) was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The operator of the Toyota (Fuller) was transported with serious injuries to a local hospital for treatment.
The highway was impacted for approximately 3.5 hours during the on-scene investigation. Speed and roadway conditions (wet) are suspected to be contributing factors to the collision.
OSP was assisted by Bay Cities Ambulance, Coos County Sheriff’s Department, and ODOT.
The Coquille Tribe Awards Over $500k In Grants For Southwestern Oregon Community Projects
Thanks to $509,976 in Coquille Indian Tribe Community Funds handed-out at a celebration event on February 1, 2024, 77 projects are receiving funding in 2024!
Recipients of the grants gathered in person for an awards reception at The Mill Casino Hotel, to collect their funds.
The Tribe’s grants will help organizations from five southwestern Oregon counties with projects in categories such as
- Health
- Arts and culture
- Education
- Environmental
- Public safety
- Historic preservation
Along with the grants, the Tribe shared some of its culture and history as it celebrates its 35th year since being restored in 1989. The crowd was invited to join in a song whose name translates to the phrase “There Is Plenty.” The song reflects a cycle of blessing, with the Coquille Tribe helping organizations that in turn, will help countless community members throughout five counties.
This year’s $509,976 grant total brings the total amount the fund has distributed since it began in 2001 to about $8.7 million, with over one thousand grant projects being impacted.
The Tribal Fund accepts grant applications in the fall of each year. Learn more at www.coquilletribe.org, or call fund administrator Julia Willis at 541-756-0904, ext. 1254. (SOURCE)
Coos-Curry County Farm Bureau is offering two $2,000 scholarships for academic year 2023-2024.
The scholarship will be given to high school seniors who plan to major in an agriculture-related field at an Oregon college, university, or community college. Current Oregon college students who are majoring in an agriculture-related field are also eligible.
Coos-Curry County Farm Bureau also opened up the scholarship criteria to include students of Coos-Curry County Farm Bureau voting and supporting members who will be attending an Oregon college, university, or community college in the field of their choice during the 2023-2024 school year.
Financial need is not the primary basis for selection but is a factor in the selection process. Academic performance, agriculture achievement in FFA or 4-H, and/or participation in school and community activities are basic criteria evaluated by the Coos-Curry County Farm Bureau Scholarship Committee.
Completed applications with a high school or college transcript is due by April 1 2023 and award recipients will be notified in writing by April 15th. Coos-Curry scholarship packet
Roadside Cleanup Work Continues On Hwy 126 From the Coast to Eugene
Travelers on Highway 126 between Eugene and the coast will see delays for the next few weeks as crews continue clearing debris created by January’s ice storm.
Over the last two weeks, crews of Oregon Department of Transportation staff and contractors have been working to remove downed trees and other storm debris from the roadway and surrounding area. While a lot has been done to clean up the highway and make it safer, ODOT spokesperson Mindy McCartt said there is still more to be done.
“The trees in that area, they’re guesstimating the diameter is about 36 inches, and that’s a lot of hard wood,” she said. “It takes a long time to clear that kind of debris up.”
The highway itself is clear of limbs, McCartt said, but their focus is on cleaning up tree stumps and logs on the edge of the highway to the tree line.
According to McCartt, the department saw the most damage at Knowles Creek Tunnel, which is the starting point for two teams performing the clearing work. One smaller crew is performing work from the tunnel west toward the coast. The other, larger crew is working in increments eastbound on the highway, clearing sections of the road toward Veneta.
“They’re also having to assess and evaluate all of the trees along that highway for any potential damage or danger,” she said. “So cracked trunks, dangling limbs, trees leaning over toward the direction of the highway that could potentially fall if we got more wind.”
Once the crews are finished, they will do the same work on Highway 36. McCartt said the road is already clear, but trees off to the side also need to be assessed.
However, it may take a while before that work gets started.
“We are estimating that on 126 alone, we have another five weeks to get this tree debris cleaned up from the edge of the highway to that tree line,” McCartt said.
The City of Newport is soliciting feedback from community members. The Discover Newport Committee is leading a campaign to gather resident feedback on beautification ideas and goals for the City of Newport. The Discover Newport Committee is a City Council appointed advisory body who advises the City regarding the preparation of the advertising budget funded by the city’s room tax, and makes recommendations regarding the placement of advertising, the hiring of advertising consultants, and all other matters relating to advertising the city as a tourist destination. To access the survey, please visit this link: https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSc2K8BDYG6eYG…/viewform
City of Florence 2024 State of the City & City Services Expo
The City of Florence invites members of the community to attend the 2024 State of the City and City Services Expo on February 26 at the Florence Events Center.
Guests are encouraged to visit the various City departments and staff during the City Services Expo from 5 to 7 p.m. and learn what they do to keep Florence a “City in Motion.”
Mayor Rob Ward will deliver the 2024 State of the City Address at 6 p.m.
Information on the event can also be found at https://www.ci.florence.or.us/council/2024-statecity-city-services-expo.
Lincoln County Sheriff announces he will not seek re-election for 2025
It is with very mixed emotions that I share my decision not to seek re-election for the position of Sheriff in the upcoming term, which will begin on January 6, 2025. Serving in the Sheriff’s Office for 36 years, and as Sheriff for the past 7 years has been an incredible journey, and I am grateful for the support and trust you’ve placed in me. After much consideration, it is the right time for our agency and for me personally.
I believe it is time for a new leader to guide our Sheriff’s Office forward and build upon the foundation we’ve laid. I am pleased to announce my full support for Lieutenant Adam Shanks as the ideal candidate to succeed me as Sheriff.
Lieutenant Shanks has been an invaluable member of our Sheriff’s Office team, demonstrating unwavering dedication, leadership, and a deep commitment to the well-being of our community. His experience, integrity, and passion for public service make him well-suited to take on the responsibilities of Sheriff.
As we navigate this transition, I have full confidence in the capable hands of the dedicated individuals who make up your Sheriff’s Office. I would like to express my true appreciation to the outstanding work they do to keep you safe. I am committed to working closely with the team to ensure a smooth transition and to provide any support needed over the next 11 months.
I want to express my deep thanks for the trust and support our citizens have shown me throughout my time as Sheriff. I am humbled and honored to serve you, and I look forward to seeing our community continue to flourish under new leadership.
Forest Service Seeks Concessionaire For Devils Churn Day Use Site
The Siuslaw National Forest is soliciting proposals for a business opportunity at the Devils Churn Day Use Site within the Cape Perpetua Scenic Area. A 100-square-foot concession space is available within a Forest Service building, and the agency is seeking a food and beverage service provider to operate this facility. Devils Churn is a popular year-round day use area and trailhead along U.S. Highway 101 just south of Yachats, Oregon.
The Forest Service has released a prospectus to advertise the opportunity and explain the application process. Interested parties are encouraged to review the prospectus and accompanying appendices. The application period opens on January 30, 2024. Applications must be received by 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 3. Please read the instructions carefully before submitting an application.
One successful applicant will be chosen. The successful applicant will be issued a 5-year special use permit to conduct business in the concession space. MORE INFO: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/siuslaw/home/?cid=fseprd1162886
Quarterly Coffee with a Deputy – Waldport
Lincoln Co. Sheriff’s Office
More about these quarterly events:
Every three months our office will partner with a local coffee shop in Lincoln County to provide a time, space, and coffee for community members to meet our team and share what’s on their minds. Coffee with a cop events are a friendly and relaxed way for communities to connect with the deputies that serve them.
These events offer a unique opportunity for community members to directly engage with law enforcement, ask questions, voice concerns, and build positive relationships. Whether you’re a regular coffee drinker or simply curious about the work of law enforcement, this is a chance to connect with deputies on a personal level, learn about each other’s experiences, and share local feedback.
The City of Reedsport is Seeking a City Attorney
A City release said they are inviting proposals for contracted attorney service. For a list of duties and services required, go to the city’s website: www.cityofreedsport.org. Proposals are due to the city recorder’s office by 4:00 p.m. this Friday. Call 541-271-3603 for more information.
Florence Area Chamber of Commerce Drawing to Promote Tourism
The Florence Area Chamber of Commerce is consistently working on building the tourism traffic to Florence. The latest is a drawing for a two-night stay at the Driftwood Shores Conference Center and Resort.
The drawing is open to the public. Chamber President and CEO Betting Hannigan says the drawing comes with the two-night stay and a $50 certificate to the resort Market and Dine-in Deli.
You can register by using the qr code the link posted below. https://bit.ly/2NightsinFlorence
Oregon Department Of Forestry Recreation Team Seeking Camp Hosts
The Oregon Department of Forestry Recreation Team is looking for camp hosts to support operations at 8 campgrounds in the Tillamook, Clatsop, and Santiam State Forests for the 2024 season.
Campgrounds operates from May through October with flexible scheduling opportunities to include both full-season and short-season commitments.
Camp hosts are provided with:
*electricity
*water
*firewood
*septic
*ODF uniforms and supplies
Hosts help with light facility maintenance, visitor information services, and provide a point of contact for visitors in case of an emergency. Camp hosts enjoy direct access to trails and other recreation areas, get to meet people from all over the world, and can spend time exploring the vast experiences and views state forests have to offer.
To learn more, visit the ODF volunteer page: https://www.oregon.gov/odf/recreation/pages/volunteer.aspx
Florence Café 60 Senior Meals Program Reopens for Dine-In Meals
Lane Council of Government’s Senior Meals Program is reopening its Café 60 location in Florence after being closed for the past three years.
LCOG officials said that during the closure, LCOG’s Senior and Disability Services division offered grab-and-go meals but the reopening of Café 60 will provide a dine-in location for seniors who might otherwise go hungry. The Florence location will reopen on December 4 and operate three days a week at 11:15 a.m. on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at the Florence Senior Center located at 1570 Kingwood Street, LCOG officials said.
Organizers said that interested seniors should make reservations at least a week in advance by calling ahead at 541-997-5673 or filling out a reservation menu at the Café 60 location. The program is open at no cost to seniors 60 years of age or over and those not 60 years or older are welcome to join by paying the meal cost of $8, program organizers said. Donations are welcomed to support the program’s continued operation in the community, LCOG officials said.
Volunteers are also sought to help with the program and those who would like to participate may call 541-682-1366. More program information is also available here: https://www.lcog.org/sdslane/page/florence-caf%C3%A9-60-reopens-dine-meals
Central Oregon Resident Diagnosed With Plague
A Central Oregon resident has been confirmed to have a case of the plague, Deschutes County announced Wednesday. It’s the first reported case in Oregon in nearly a decade.
It’s believed the person, identified only as a “local resident,” was infected by their cat.
“All close contacts of the resident and their pet have been contacted and provided medication to prevent illness,” Deschutes County Health Officer Dr. Richard Fawcett said in a statement.
No other cases have been identified. The county said the case was diagnosed and treated early, posing little risk to the community.
The plague spreads to humans or animals through a bite from an infected flea or by contact with an animal sick with the disease, the County said. The most common animals to carry plague in Central Oregon are squirrels and chipmunks, but mice and other rodents can also carry the disease.
Symptoms of plague usually begin in humans two to eight days after exposure to an infected animal or flea, the county said. These symptoms may include a sudden onset of fever, nausea, weakness, chills, muscle aches, and/or visibly swollen lymph nodes called buboes.
If not diagnosed early, the plague can infect the bloodstream or lungs, making it more severe and difficult to treat, the county said.
Tips from the county to prevent the spread of plague:
- Avoid all contact with rodents and their fleas. Never touch sick, injured, or dead rodents.
- Keep pets on a leash when outdoors and protect them with flea control products. Do not allow pets to approach sick or dead rodents or explore rodent burrows.
- Pet cats are highly susceptible to plague, and infected cats can transmit the bacterium to humans. If possible, discourage their hunting of rodents. Consult a veterinarian immediately if your cat becomes sick after being in contact with rodents.
- Residents should keep wild rodents out of homes and remove food, woodpiles, and other attractants for rodents around homes and outbuildings.
- Do not camp, sleep, or rest near animal burrows or areas where dead rodents are observed.
- Refrain from feeding squirrels, chipmunks, or other wild rodents in campgrounds and picnic areas. Store food and refuse in rodent-proof containers.
- Wear long pants tucked into boot tops to reduce exposure to fleas. Apply insect repellent to socks and trouser cuffs to help reduce exposure to fleas.
The last known case in Oregon was in 2015, the county said, citing the Oregon Health Authority. (SOURCE)
Oregon joins 25 other states, SEC in $3 million settlement with TradeStation crypto program
Salem – The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR), along with a taskforce of state securities regulators, and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced a $3 million settlement in principle with TradeStation Crypto, Inc. over its unregistered crypto interest earning program. The settlement resolves allegations that TradeStation violated state and federal securities laws by offering and selling securities without proper registration or disclosure to investors.
The settlement stems from a comprehensive investigation led by state securities regulators in Alabama, California Mississippi, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Washington, and Wisconsin and coordinated under the auspices of the North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA) enforcement section committee.
“This settlement sends a clear message that crypto-related businesses must comply with state securities laws or face serious consequences,” said DFR Administrator TK Keen. “DFR is committed to protecting investors and the integrity of the financial markets from those who do not comply with our requirements.”
TradeStation, a Florida corporation formed in 2018, provides crypto-asset-related financial services to retail and institutional customers in the U.S., including investing and trading services. From around August 2020 to June 2022, TradeStation offered a crypto interest earning program to U.S. investors. Under this program, investors could passively earn interest on crypto assets by loaning them to TradeStation. TradeStation maintained total discretion over the revenue-generating activities utilized to earn returns for investors. The company offered and promoted its crypto interest earning program in the U.S. via its website and various platforms.
TradeStation is alleged to have failed to comply with state registration requirements and, as a result, investors were sold unregistered securities in violation of state laws and additionally were deprived of critical information and disclosures necessary to understand the potential risks of TradeStation’s crypto interest earning program.
For the states participating in the settlement, TradeStation will pay a fine of $29,411.76 each and cease offering, selling, or renewing its crypto interest earning program until such activities are compliant with applicable state and federal securities laws. TradeStation has repaid investors, including interest and earnings.
DFR urges investors to exercise caution when dealing with crypto-related businesses and to report any suspicious activities to one of our consumer advocates, who can be reached at 888-877-4894 (toll-free) or .fiancialserviceshelp@dcbs.oregon.gov“>dfr.fiancialserviceshelp@dcbs.oregon.gov.
About Oregon DFR: The Division of Financial Regulation is part of the Department of Consumer and Business Services, Oregon’s largest business regulatory and consumer protection agency. Visit dfr.oregon.gov and www.dcbs.oregon.gov.
El Departamento de Servicios Humanos de Oregon aumento el contenido de su Sitio Web en Espanol el 23 de enero.
(Salem) – El Departamento de Servicios Humanos de Oregon ha ampliado el contenido y los recursos disponibles en su sitio web en español. A partir del 23 de enero, las personas que visitan el sitio web de ODHS en español ahora pueden ver 65 páginas transcreadas adicionales para un total de 110 páginas. Transcreado significa que el contenido de estas páginas fue traducido por personal de habla hispana en lugar del traductor de Google, como ofrecen la mayoría de los sitios web para la traducción de idiomas.
A continuación se encuentran algunos aspectos a destacar del sitio web:
- Las personas pueden encontrar el sitio web en español haciendo clic en “Sitio en Español” en la parte superior derecha del sitio web principal o escribiendo servicioshumanos.oregon.gov en su navegador.
- El sitio web incluye una navegación y una barra de búsqueda más completas para que las personas encuentren lo que necesitan más rápido.
- Las personas pueden navegar fácilmente entre las versiones en Español y en Inglés de las páginas transcreadas haciendo clic en el botón “Español” o “English” debajo del encabezado de las páginas.
- Las personas que hablan otros idiomas pueden usar el botón “Languages” en la parte superior derecha del sitio web de ODHS para ver una versión traducida por Google del sitio web de ODHS en 10 diferentes idiomas.
Además, las personas ahora pueden utilizar la función del Buscador de Oficinas en español, lo que facilita no solo la búsqueda de oficinas locales, sino también información importante como servicios específicos y mensajes sobre cierres de oficinas.
Estas nuevas páginas brindan a comunidades de habla hispana que buscan servicios y recursos, así como al personal y socios que los apoyan, prácticamente el mismo nivel de información que está disponible actualmente en el sitio web principal de ODHS.
Newly expanded Oregon Department of Human Services Spanish website launched January 23
(Salem) – The Oregon Department of Human services has expanded the content and resources available on its Spanish website. As of Jan. 23, people visiting the Spanish website can now access an additional 65 transcreated pages for a total of 110 pages. Transcreated means the content on these pages was translated by a native Spanish speaker instead of Google translate, as most websites offer for language translation.
Here are some highlights on the Spanish website:
- People can access this Spanish website by selecting “Sitio en Español” on the top right side of the main website’s banner or by typing servicioshumanos.oregon.gov on their browser.
- This expansion includes a more robust navigation and search bar allowing people to find what they need faster.
- People can navigate easily from Spanish to English versions of the transcreated pages by clicking the “Español” or “English” button under the header of the pages.
- People that speak other languages can use the “Languages” button on the upper right of the ODHS website to get a google translated version of the ODHS website in 10 different languages.
Additionally, people are now able to use the Office Finder feature on the Spanish site, making it easier not only to find local offices, but also important information like specific services and messages on office closures.
These additional pages provide Spanish speaking communities seeking services and resources, as well as staff and partners that support them, with virtually the same level of information that is currently available on the ODHS main website.
Washington sexual assault suspect pleads guilty; Investigators seeking information on any additional victims
On January 30th, 2024, a Washington man pled guilty in Marion County Circuit Court in connection with a 2023 sexual assault. The investigation was conducted by detectives from the Marion County Sheriff’s Office and the case was prosecuted by Marion County Deputy District Attorney Katharine Semple.
Ronald Junior Collins II, 34, pled guilty to multiple charges, including:
• Rape in the First Degree • Strangulation (2 counts) • Assault in the Fourth Degree (2 counts)
Collins was sentenced to 100 months in the Department of Corrections.
The investigation into this incident began in February 2023. Detectives learned Collins met his victim online. Collins was arrested in Washington state in June 2023 and extradited to Marion County.
Due to the nature of the crimes, investigators believe there may be additional victims in Oregon and Washington. Investigators are asking anyone who may have been a victim to report this activity to their local law enforcement. Anonymous tips can be submitted by texting TIPMCSO and your tip to 847411.
Oregon Receives $60 Million For Rental Support And Social Services
The Biden administration announced this week it’s awarding more than $3 billion to thousands of programs nationwide to fight homelessness.
That amount, for 2003 Continuum of Care grants, marks a new high, the administration said.
“We are doing all we can to get people off the street and into permanent homes with access to services,” said Marcia Fudge, the Housing and Urban Development secretary in a release. “That is why we are making sure the service providers on the frontlines of this crisis have the resources they need.”
The grants include more than $60 million for Oregon nonprofits and other entities to support programs that house young people and others from Portland, Medford and Ashland to Deschutes, Crook and Jefferson counties. A total of 140 applicants won grants ranging from more than $8 million to $10,000. More than $50 million is allocated to current programs to keep them going, while more than $4 million is aimed at keeping young people housed. More than $2 million is for new initiatives in Clackamas, Lane, Marion, and Multnomah counties, along with about the same amount for planning initiatives.
Oregon’s six Democratic lawmakers in Congress – Sens. Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley and Reps. Earl Blumenauer, Suzanne Bonamici, Val Hoyle and Andrea Salinas – welcomed the money in a joint statement.
“These new and continuing awards are vital for communities and individuals in need of critical housing resources and support. I won’t stop working to ensure Oregonians in every corner of the state have access to safe, dependable, and affordable housing,” Merkley said.
A large share of the money is going to nonprofit and government programs in the Portland area.
Home Forward, the public housing authority for Multnomah County, won the biggest grant of nearly $8.4 million. The money will be used to fund several ongoing programs that currently serve nearly 500 households by helping them with rent and social services.
“We are very grateful to HUD for this vital funding support that allows us to keep up with rent increases while maintaining our current service levels for the nearly 500 households in our community who rely on this assistance,” Martha Calhoon, a spokesperson for Home Forward, said in a statement.
The programs help a range of low-income people, including those with chronic addictions or who’ve been chronically homeless, people with HIV who have a mental disability, veterans who’ve been homeless, households with at least one person with a disability and heads of households suffering from severe and persistent mental illness.
Most are on Medicaid, and they pay 30% of their adjusted gross income for rent. If they have no income, they pay nothing.
A total of 12 agencies involved with the grant provide housing, addiction treatment, mental health and other social services. Those agencies include Central City Concern, a large provider based in Portland; Multnomah County; Cascadia Health, one of the largest behavioral health care agencies in the state; and the Veterans Affairs.
Central City Concern won its own grant of $3.4 million, the second biggest. Spokesperson Juliana Lukasik said the money is dedicated to a program that provides long-term housing stability for people with high needs, including those with addictions, severe and persistent mental illness and the chronically homeless.
Those in the program pay 30% of their rent. Last year, the program served about 185 people, including nearly 160 who’ve been chronically homeless. Lukasik said about 60% had retained housing for more than five years while about 95% had stayed housed for more more than one year.186 client served
Like Home Forward, Central City Concern works with other agencies, including the Native American Rehabilitation Association, to provide health care and other services, and it uses people who’ve experienced homelessness themselves as peers to help those in the program.
The third biggest grant, nearly $3 million, went to the Washington County Department of Housing Services. A spokeswoman, Emily Roots, said in a statement that the money will be used to help house about 200 households. To qualify, participants must have a disability and be chronically homeless at the time of acceptance into the program.
They are required to pay 30% of the rent, and they’re housed in apartments, Roots said. A variety of services are offered such as behavioral health treatment, aging and disability services, HIV/AIDS services and general case management. (SOURCE)
Oregon Lottery Offers Bets “For the Swifties” During Super Bowl
Salem, Ore. – Whether you’re watching the Super Bowl for the plays on the field or to see Taylor Swift, fans have a variety of fun wagers available through the Oregon Lottery’s DraftKings Sportsbook.
For this year’s match up of the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers, DraftKings Sportsbook has a series of themed bets “for the Swifties” that relate to Taylor Swift songs. For instance, “Shake It Off” allows you to bet on whether the 49ers or the Chiefs will score first. The “Wildest Dream” wager calls for Travis Kelce to score the first and last touchdown of the game.
Oregon Lottery debuted sports betting in October 2019 and since that time, a total of $1.75 billion has been wagered. Oregon Lottery’s Sports Betting Products Manager Kerry Hemphill said the Super Bowl is the most popular American sporting event for wagering.
“The fanfare and celebrities at this event generate the most interest in sports betting we see all year,” said Hemphill. “The ‘Taylor’ effect may also result in more casual sports betters taking a chance to have fun.”
“Prop bets” are another Super Bowl betting option that fall outside of traditional game plays. This year, prop bets range from who wins the coin toss to whether there’s a scorigami (a score that’s never happened before). A few other examples of prop bets offered this year include:
- What color will the Gatorade be that is dumped on the winning coach?
- Who will be the game’s MVP?
- Will defenses hold up for a scoreless quarter?
During last year’s Super Bowl, Oregon players placed nearly 307,000 bets through DraftKings Sportsbook, with wagers totaling $5.3 million. The player with the biggest win of the day in 2023 collected over $21,000 on a bet placed for $350 by correctly choosing three consecutive league winners, ending with the Super Bowl.
You must be 21 years or older to place a sports wager in Oregon. Oregon Lottery reminds players to utilize the Responsible Gaming features within the DraftKings app, such as setting wager limits or cool off periods. For more information on making changes to your gambling and other helpful resources visit Oregon Problem Gambling Resource at opgr.org or call 1-877-MYLIMIT to chat or text with a certified counselor. Help is free, confidential and it works.
To play Oregon Lottery’s DraftKings Sportsbook or for more detail about wagers offered during the game, go to https://www.oregonlottery.org/sports/.
Since the Oregon Lottery began selling tickets on April 25, 1985, it has earned nearly $15.5 billion for economic development, public education, outdoor school, state parks, veteran services, and watershed enhancements. For more information on the Oregon Lottery visit www.oregonlottery.org.
Missing Yachats Man’s Vehicle Found in North Lane County
On 08/25/2023, Dustin Steyding was reported missing to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office after he left work on 07/22/2023 and hadn’t been located since. Dustin was living and working in the Yachats area.
Dustin was reported to be in good physical condition, having previously worked as a hot shot firefighter in New Mexico. Dustin is very experienced in the woods and commonly goes out for hikes to stay in shape. Without means to locate Dustin, Deputies entered Dustin as a missing person in a national database.
On 09/04/2023, the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office received a call from Dustin’s family after they located his vehicle on Keller Creek Rd, just outside of Lincoln County in Lane County. Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office Deputies contacted the vehicle and determined it had been at the location for some time. Deputies were unable to determine Dustin’s direction of travel from the vehicle.
The vehicle having been located in Lane County, Lincoln County Deputies contacted the Lane County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue Team and arranged for their response the next day to started searching the area. After two days of searching, no clues to Dustin’s have been found.
Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Dustin Steyding should contact the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office at 541-265-0777 and reference case number 23S-07321.
83-year-old Clarence Edward Pitts walked away from his home in Bandon on Tuesday, January 31 at around 1:00 p.m. Pitts is described as:
- 6′ 00″
- 150 lbs
- Gray hair
- Brown eyes
- Last seen wearing an orange beanie, plaid jacket, tan pants and white shoes
- May have a walking cane
- Has dementia and PTSD
Pitts may be in a vehicle that was also found to be missing from the home:
- 1999 Toyota Van
- White
- Oregon license plate: WYN 788
If you see Clarence or have any information pertaining to where he may be, please call the Coos County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch Center at 541-396-2106 or the Bandon Police Department at 541-347-3189.
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