Coquille Sentinel - Articles - 2 April 2008

Alternative Power

no@spam.com (Mary Geddry) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 18:00:00 EDT

In 1992 electricity began to be viewed less as an essential service and more as a commodity when deregulation was enacted with the passage of the Energy Policy Act. Previously, public and investor owned utilities controlled power generation, transmission and distribution within a set region. The Energy Policy Act, however, allowed for the trading of electricity over wide geographic areas, known as long distance “wheeling”, to the highest bidder. The promise of deregulation was that competition in a free market would keep electric rates low.

Fifty Years Ago in the Coquille Valley Sentinel: April 3, 1958

no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Staff) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 16:00:00 EDT

-- Work starts on a microwave system to bring KGW-TV to Coquille viewers. A tower in Coos Bay will link with the Portland ABC station, a coaxial cable will then bring signal to Coquille television sets.
-- CHS performs ‘Who Dun It?’ a mystery directed by Kit Kitteredge. The play stars David Farr, Marvin Pemberton, Karen Cross, Curtis Flood, Jereda Prince, Bill Haddix, Linda Malthu, Gordon Turley, Sue Ashenfelter, Vivian Stein and Judy Baker.
-- Safeway hosts Kids Day at the Liberty and Roxy Theatres. 1200 youngsters showed for the free matinees. The new Safeway building opened March 16.
-- At that up-to-the-minute modern Safeway Store -- Hill Brothers Coffee, 92 cents 1-lb can. Bar-S fully cooked holiday ham 89 cents a pound. Scamper dishwashing detergent 87 cents the 32-oz tin. Lucerne milk, two half gallons 83 cents.
-- At Lounsbury Ford -- A new sporty 1958 V8-powered Ranch Wagon station wagon can be yours for $60 a month.

Researching Coquille’s past? Make the Coquille Valley Museum your first stop. Resources include access to the Coquille Valley Sentinel archives and many historical items and records from around the valley. The museum is open Saturday afternoons. For more museum information, contact Bob Taylor at 396-2773.

What's Happening in Coquille

no@spam.com (Operation Coquille) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 16:00:00 EDT

The regular monthly meeting of Operation Coquille, Inc. is scheduled for 5:30 p.m., today April 2 at the Coquille Garden Shop (66 W 2nd). Members of the public are invited to attend, especially those interested in being involved in the hanging flower basket project. The meeting date was advanced to accommodate new President, John Spencer’s return to Coquille after a few months in Southern California.

Community Events

no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Staff) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 16:00:00 EDT

Upcomming community events - be sure to mark your calendars!

Coquille Valley Elks Lodge #1935 Installation of Officers

no@spam.com (Norma Jean Yager) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 16:00:00 EDT

Installation of Officers for the 2008-2009 lodge year were held recently at the Coquille Valley Elks Lodge.
New Exalted Ruler for the Lodge, Lance Bjornerud, was installed by the Past Exalted Rulers, prior to dinner and dance music. Also installed were Leading Knight, Jess Thurman, Loyal Knight Ron Lecce, Lecturing Knight Al Corlis, Secretary Troy Jones, Treasurer Norma Jean Yager, Esquire Greg Paluch, Chaplain John Goodwin, Trustees Andy Jackson, Gary Gangewer, Rich Taylor, Bob O'Connor, Phil Dykes, Inside Guard Matt Goodwin and Tyler Al Cunningham.
Outgoing Exalted Ruler John Goodwin presented the Elk of the Year award to Don Calvert, the Officer of the Year to Rich Taylor and the Citizen of the Year to Curtis Jack. He also presented Grand Lodge Outstanding Service Commendation certificates to Norma Jean Yager and Bob "Doc" Ley.
Grand Lodge Service citations were presented to Bugs Bishop and Pete Pedersen.

Trivia Night! April 5, 2008 by Coquille Friends of Library

no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Staff) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 16:00:00 EDT

Come to a fun-filled Trivia Night on Saturday, April 5 at 6:30 p.m. in the Small Auditorim of the Coquille Community Center, 115 N. Birch St. Cost is $10. The proceeds benefit the New Coquille Library Building Fund. Great door prizes given out all evening. Reservations recommended, call 396- 2166. Walk-ins welcome too. Come share you knowledge, win prizes, and have fun. No host bar available.

Local Coquille Artist featured at Wood Carving Show

no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Staff) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 15:30:00 EDT

Leland Simpson, Coquille, will be featured artist at the upcoming 17th annual South Coast Wood Carving Show & Sale. Simpson is a member of the South Coast Woodcarvers and has been carving since 1992. He describes his art as "Unique. He carves a variety of wildlife, with special interest in the wooden chains and other unique items. Simpson states that woodcarving is a hobby, which he readily admits has become a part of his life.
Simpson’s work will be displayed at the South Coast Woodcarvers Show, along with the art of over 40 carvers from around the northwest, including fifteen members of the South Coast Woodcarver Club. The South Coast Woodcarvers Club was organized more than 17 years ago with a goal of providing a forum for carvers and potential carvers. The club members exchange ideas and promote carving through local shows and events. Come view the incredibly diverse and wonderful works of art created by these talented carvers and help select the top carvings in a "People's Choice" competition. Enter the raffle and take a chance to win high quality carvings. You do not have to be present to win. There will also be many unique items for sale, including tools, books and wood.
The show is Saturday and Sunday, April 12 and April 13 at the North Bend Community Center, 2222 Broadway Avenue between Virginia and Newmark.

Coquille Eagles Monday Night Bingo

no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Staff) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 15:30:00 EDT

100% No Smoking! Two smoker breaks per evening. All members & guests welcome. Minimum buy in is $11. Early Bird - 4:30 p.m. Regular - 6:30 p.m.

Coquille Farmers Market

no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Staff) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 15:30:00 EDT

Open every Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. outside the Coquille Community Building. Featuring fresh organic grown produce plus many other products as well as barbecue. Vendors welcome. Visit www.farmersmarketcoquille. org or call Jerry Klink at 541-396-3894 for more information.

Big Sale at Blossom Gulch School

no@spam.com (Coquille Valley Sentinel Staff) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 15:30:00 EDT

Big Sale at Blossom Gulch School, 333 South 10th St. in Coos Bay, on Saturday, April 5 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. All proceeds go to South Coast Hospice Building Fund for In-House Hospice Care.
Items for sale include: Collectibles, Antiques, Crafts, Artwork, Furniture, Crafts, Books, Electronics, Household Items, Clothing and more!!