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Brookings' Tax Dollars Pave the Way for Safer, More Accessible Highway 101

BY LINDA LEE Curry Coastal Pilot

Local tax dollars are actively at work in Brookings, transforming a vital stretch of Highway 101 into a safer and more accessible thoroughfare for pedestrians and cyclists alike.

The ongoing project, spearheaded by the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), is set to significantly upgrade the infrastructure along a three-quarter mile section of the highway, bridging downtown Brookings and the popular Harris Beach State Park.

The U.S. Highway 101 Parkview Drive to Lucky Lane project is more than just a facelift; it’s a crucial accessibility overhaul.

Contractors are diligently replacing sidewalk curb ramps at multiple points between Easy Street and Lucky Lane. These new ramps will meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance standards, ensuring improved access for individuals using wheelchairs and enhancing overall pedestrian mobility.

Further north, near Ransom Creek, the improvements extend to include a more than 1,000-foot extension of the northbound Highway 101 bike lane and sidewalk. A new push-button pedestrian crossing, complete with flashing lights, will be installed near Ransom Avenue, boosting safety for those crossing the busy highway. Additionally, adjustments to the highway travel lanes between Heather

Lane and Arnold Lane aim to optimize

traffic flow.

Drivers in Brookings should anticipate intermittent daytime lane and shoulder closures within the work zone. While flaggers will be on hand to manage traffic, most delays are expected to be brief, though some could extend up to twenty minutes. Local motorists should also remain vigilant for occasional lane closures on side roads adjacent to the construction. When sidewalks are temporarily closed, alternate pedestrian routes will be clearly marked and provided.

The majority of the construction will occur during daylight hours, though some night work may be necessary. Residents in the vicinity should be prepared for typical

construction noise associated with road and sidewalk improvements.

The contract for this significant undertaking was awarded to Tidewater Contractors of Brookings, following a successful bid of $3,143,165. This keeps local tax dollars circulating within the community while ensuring the project benefits from local expertise.

ODOT is responsible for the overall contract and delivery of the project. The agency has collaborated closely with the City of Brookings throughout the planning and design phases and will continue to coordinate with city officials as construction progresses towards its anticipated completion in September.

Port Orford gets state grant for visitor center project

JEREMY C. RUARK

Country Media, Inc.

Oregon Heritage, a division of Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, has awarded 35 matching grants worth over $10,600,000 to Oregon Main Street Network organizations across the state, including Port Orford and Gold Beach Main Street, for building projects that will strengthen local economies. The projects range from façade improvement to basic facilities and housing with awards ranging from $17,900-$400,000.

Oregon Heritage Grants and Outreach Coordinator Kuri Gill said the Port Orford grant is for $41,481 with a match grant amount of $19,381. The funding is to complete structural repair and revitalization of the Port Orford Visitor Center at 520 Jefferson Street in Port Orford.

“The department funded Oregon Main Street Revitalization Grant (OMSRG) applications that best conveyed the ability to stimulate private investment and local economic development, fit within the community’s longrange plan for downtown vitality,

and community need, Gill said.

“Several projects will address a variety of preservation needs to increase the viability of spaces for existing businesses or opportunities for new businesses.”

Other funded south coast projects are located in Gold Beach and North Bend.

The local organizations participating in the Oregon Main Street Network developed plans based on community input to prioritize needs and solutions for the commercial district and city. The funds brought to the community by the local organizations

through this grant will provide significant economic development impacts.

“Vibrant downtowns don’t just happen,” Oregon Main Street Coordinator Sheri Stuart said. “They take the collective efforts coordinated by local main street organizations to achieve a community’s vision based on short- and long-term goals. The OMSRG is an important tool to help strengthen local economies by activating underused spaces while preserving and leveraging a community’s heritage.”

BACKGROUND

Since its creation by the Oregon Legislature in 2015, the Oregon Main Street Revitalization Grant has supported building projects to stimulate economic vitality in 59 communities. The local Main Street organizations administer the application and grant processes for the local property owners. These organizations brought between $53,000 to $900,000 to their communities through the life of the program, which awarded grants in 2017, 2019, 2022 and 2023. For example, the City of Reedsport has improved 10 properties and has six more in progress over multiple grant cycles which represents a significant investment downtown.

The grant program was created during the 2015 legislative session and placed with the Oregon State Historic Preservation Office. The legislation established a permanent fund for the Oregon Main Street Revitalization Grant, with an initial infusion of funds from the sale of lottery bonds. If funded by the 2025 state legislature, there will be future grant rounds in the 25-27 biennium. The funds must be used to award grants to participating Oregon Main Street Network organizations to acquire, rehabilitate or construct buildings to facilitate community revitalization. The program also requires that at least 50 percent of the funds go to rural communities as defined in the bill.

To learn more about the Oregon Main Street Revitalization Grant or the Oregon Main Street Network, visit www.oregonheritage.org or contact Kuri Gill at Kuri.gill@oprd.oregon.gov or 503-986-0685.

Opinion & Letters

Unexpected outcome.

I went to the No Kings protest in Gold Beach, June 15, thinking I might teach those bozos a thing or two about America. But when I got there I saw many, many people I

know, including one of my neighbors, people that I knew were Trump supporters. Why were they there? I learned that they were all fed up with Trump’s recent policies. For example, I did not realize the big beautiful bill was going to

Obituaries

add an additional 3 trillion dollars to our debt. I had always thought Republicans were for lowering the debt and balancing the budget. I thought I was voting for that. But Trump’s new projected debt is insane.

Chris Sanford Dichter

March 4, 1953 - June 8, 2025

Beloved father, husband and brother Chris Sanford Dichter passed away at the age of 72 due to a stroke.

Chris was born in Astoria, Oregon but grew up on the Southern Oregon coast, the son of a commercial fisherman. It was a family tradition to relish in the outdoors, and he was an avid hunter. Ocean fishing alluded him as his stomach did protest, so he found a love for log truck driving and did that for many years- quitting for every hunting season and being rehired each time, a highly dependable employee. He really got a kick out of the short-wave radio scuttlebutt and remembered that as a favorite time in life.

Chris went on to establish his own successful business, PAC-NOR Barreling, Inc., as an acclaimed machinist,

which will be carried on by his son Casey and dearest wife Kathy. His work allowed him to travel to Alaska, Arizona, Hawaii, Germany, New Zealand and Argentina, but he was always happy to return to his home on the hill. In August 2009 he married the love of his life in a beach ceremony and then whisked her away in his shiny new green dump truck. We will miss Chris’s knack for telling a good tale and inserting his unique chuckle to enhance his story. We know he is now enjoying being reunited with his Best Buddies who arrived in the afterlife hunting grounds before him. He leaves many treasured friends behind. He is survived by his wife Kathy, son Casey and stepson’s Tyler (Abby) McCourt and Maverick (Jaime)

Dale La Verne St. Marie

January 26th, 1942 - May 23rd, 2025

Dale La Verne St Marie, born January 26th, 1942, passed away May 23rd, 2025, leaving a legacy of dedication, leadership, and service. Born in Spokane, WA, Dale moved to Oregon with his family, where he graduated from Gold Beach High School in 1960. Shortly after graduation, he was drafted into the US Armed Forces and honorably served one tour in Vietnam as a Sergeant E5.

Upon returning home in 1966, Dale married the love of his life, Diana Leonhart, and together they built a life filled with love and family. They raised two daughters, Deb St. Marie-Lightcap of Roseburg, Oregon, and Kris St. Marie of Bend, Oregon, who will forever cherish the guidance and strength he provided.

Dale was an entrepreneur and a vital part of the Gold Beach community. For twenty years, he and Diana owned and operated the local television cable system, ensuring residents stayed connected. After selling the cable system, they took on a new venture, running the local radio station, KGBR,

for the next 33 years, bringing news, music, and local voices to the town he loved.

Beyond his professional endeavors Dale was an avid golfer known for his skill and passion for the game he also dedicated 42 years to the Gold Beach Fire Department serving his community with unwavering commitment and rising to the rank of assistant chief.

He is survived by his wife, Diana; daughters Deb St. Marie-Lightcap (spouse Scott Lightcap) and Kris St. Marie (spouse Tyler Scrivens); grandchildren Kate Swain (spouse Nick Swain), Riley Warburton (spouse Nikki Thordsen), Jacob Lightcap (spouse Mykayla Lightcap), and Casey

McCourt, 6 grandchildren, his sister Gaea Dichter and her children, Skyler and Savana of Medford. Also, by cousins Rex Young and family in Coos Bay, Seaside/ Gearhart/California cousins and the Kluck’s of Arizona. Keep On Truckin’ Chris. You will be missed.

At his request, no service is planned.

nephew Randy St. Marie (spouse Wendy St. Marie), niece Rhonda

and close family friend Gina Whaley. A celebration of life will take place at a later date.

Death Notice

Redwood

My neighbor was there because he looked over the beautiful bill and realized that rich people were getting a tax cut while the rest of us were not. The rich get richer and the poor get poorer.

One of my friends was demonstrating because his parents were losing their farm because of Trump - a family farm for three generations.

Another friend quoted

Rex Tillerson’s frickin’ moron statement. Trump is constantly reversing himself because he realizes he screwed up. What’s with that?

One of my veteran friends was there because he could not believe that Trump was doing a $25 million plus military parade, just like Kim Jong Un, he said. As it turned out the parade was not well attended. It was a

flop. Then Trump lied and bragged it was a success. No, It was a flop. I came away with a different perspective. I still believe in my Republican values but after this I realize that Trump is not it. I recall Lindsey Graham’s statement - He’s a con artist.

I feel stupid. I got fooled. Now what? Roger Charles Gold Beach

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Fallen firefighters honored during remembrance ceremony

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Fire Fighters Memorial Ceremony, held Tuesday, June 17, in Salem, honored the brave individuals who gave their lives to protect communities and natural resources around the state.

The annual event is held at the Oregon Public Safety Academy, site of the Oregon Fire Fighters Memorial. The memorial commemorates 182 fire service members who have made the ultimate sacrifice since 1881, including career, volunteer, wildland and structural fire fighters, according to a release from the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST).

Tuesday’s ceremony remembered three fallen fire service members whose names were recently added to the memorial:

• Benjamin Sapper of the U.S. Forest Service

• Nicholas Berg of Mist-Birkenfeld Rural Fire Protection District

• Larry Dean of Salem Fire Department

In his keynote address, Chief Benjamin Stange of Polk County Fire District #1 spoke of the enduring legacies of the firefighters whose names are engraved on the wall, ensuring their survivors that they will never be forgotten, and their memories will be synonymous with service and sacrifice.

“Their names will be used to send greater messages, to communicate commitment, to set expectations, and to inspire,” Stange said. “I promise you this: their service, their impact, their inspiration to the fire service will continue.”

Firefighter Benjamin Charles Sapper was killed

in an on-duty vehicle accident near Powers on Aug. 4, 2023. Firefighter Sapper was a first-year firefighter working on the Gold Beach Ranger District hand crew for the Forest Service. Originally from Boulder, Colorado, 21-year-old Firefighter Sapper had recently obtained his bachelor’s degree in applied mathematics and was looking forward to starting graduate school at the University of British Columbia.

Mist-Birkenfeld Rural Fire Protection District

Division Chief Nicholas “Nick” Berg passed away in his home on June 6, 2024, after assisting in setting up a draft site on his private farm for a drill night training session the night before. Division Chief Berg was a loyal Mist-Birkenfeld RFPD volunteer for 47 years and leaves behind his wife, Ann, four children, four grandchildren, his sister and many nieces and nephews.

Retired Salem Fire Department Captain Larry Dean died on Sept. 13, 2024, after battling occupational esophageal cancer. Captain Dean served with the Salem Fire Department from 1987 to 2018, during which time he worked on several specialty teams and held various leadership roles. He is survived by his wife, Kaare, his three

children, two grandchildren, mother, sister, and two brothers.

The ceremony was attended by Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek and public safety professionals from throughout the state. Kotek spoke in tribute to the fallen, heralding their service and sacrifice and acknowledging the grief felt by those they left behind.

“Let us hold their surviving family members, friends, and colleagues in our hearts and thoughts and prayers,” Kotek said. “We should share their stories every opportunity that we have, because to do so allows their spirits and stories to live on and serve as inspiration to all of us.”

The ceremony is a significant event that the DDPSST hosts annually in partnership with the Oregon Fire Service Honor Guard, according to the release.

For more information about the Oregon Fallen Fire Fighters Memorial, including the names of the fallen, history of the memorial, and the Oregon Fire Service Honor Guard’s involvement, visit DPSST’s Oregon Fallen Fire Fighters Memorial website at https://www.oregon.gov/dpsst/Memorials/ Firefighters/Pages/default. aspx.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

JULY 2

DAILY

• Daily Meal, 11:15 a.m.

– 12:30 p.m., Chetco Activity Center, 550 Chetco Lane

• Summer Reading Program Registration. This year’s summer reading theme is “Level Up at Your Library,” and will feature game-based activities and reading challenges for kids, teens, AND adults. Our Reading Challenge will officially start at our SRP Kickoff Party on June 21, and special summer reading events will run July 7 through August 2.

WEDNESDAYS

• T’ai Chi, 9 – 10:30 a.m., Chetco Activity Center

• Line dance lessons, Elks Lodge. Membership not required. All donations welcome and appreciated, $2 minimum from all dancers. 11:30-12:00 absolute beginners (new), 12:00 – 1:00 pm improver, 1:00-2:00 pm intermediate.

• The Walking Group, 11 a.m., Azalea Park. Meet by Capella by the Sea. If raining meet at Brookings Harbor Shopping Center by the barbershop. For information 541-4128664.

• Men’s Club Golf, Salmon Run Golf Course: 900 am. Friendly team and individual play. Prizes, laughs, good food and drink. $65 annual fee (includes OGA membership). All skill levels welcome. For info call: Bob K. 701-2697822.

• Recorders, Chetco Activity Center: 1:00 – 2:30 pm. Bring your recorder and a music stand. Music will be provided.

• Cribbage Club, Wild Rivers Pizza: 5:30 pm.

• Junior gardeners, Kalmiopsis School: 12:30 pm. Kids, teens, and families are welcome to work alongside Curry County

Master Gardeners™ to learn all about gardening.

• Free Summer Meals for Youth, Chetco Library: 10:45 am – 11:05 am. Brookings-Harbor School District’s BOB Bus will stop every Wednesday at the Chetco Library for youth ages 1-18 to have a free midday meal.

THURSDAYS

• Bridge, 11:45 a.m., Chetco Activity Center

• Widows and Widowers Coffee Clique, 10:30 –11:30 a.m., Community Center, Airport Way, Gold Beach

• Easy Flow Yoga, Chetco Library: 5:30 pm. A beginners’ yoga class that includes standing positions.

• Summer LEGO League, Chetco Library: 3:00 pm. LEGO enthusiasts of all ages are welcome to join us in the youth section for an open build. Features weekly themes.

FRIDAYS

• T’ai Chi, 9 – 10:30 a.m., Chetco Activity Center

• The Walking Group, 11 a.m., Azalea Park. Meet by Capella by the Sea. If raining meet at Brookings Harbor Shopping Center by the barbershop. For information 541-412-8664

• Pinochle and other card games, Chetco Activity Center 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

SATURDAYS

• Men’s Club Golf, Salm Run Golf Course: 900 am. Friendly team and individual play. Prizes, laughs, good food and drink. $65 annual fee (includes OGA membership). All skill levels welcome. For info call: Bob K. 701-269-7822.

• Saturday Shuffle: Magic the Gathering and more, Chetco Library: 1:00 pm. Stop by the library every week for Saturday

Shuffle, where players can bring their favorite deck and play Magic: The Gathering. Gamers of all kinds are also welcome to bring their favorite card or board games from their own collections, or browse the library’s games, and find a crew to play with.

MONDAYS

• Line dance lessons, Elks Lodge. Membership not required. All donations welcome and appreciated, $2 minimum from all dancers. 11:30-12:00 absolute beginners (new), 12:00 – 1:00 pm improver, 1:002:00 pm intermediate.

TUESDAYS

• Brookings-Harbor Garden Club Work Party, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Brookings Botanical Garden. Come see how you can help.

• Bridge, 11:45 a.m., Chetco Activity Center

• Line Dancing, Brookings Elks Lodge, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Donations requested.

• Storytime, Chetco Library: 10:30 am. Stories, songs, and simple crafts for young children.

• Pinochle and other card games, Chetco Activity Center 12:00 pm – 4:00

pm

• Amateur Radio Net check-ins, Gasquet Net: 6:30 pm on 147.18, DN Amateur Radio Club: 7:15 pm on 146.88. If you are a licensed Ham Radio operator, join us. You do not have to be a member of the Del Norte Amateur Radio Club. Find out what is happening around the area.

• Tween Club, Chetco Library: 3:30 pm. Youth ages 10-13 are welcome to hang out after school and explore new interests and activities every week!

• Voyagers Book Club, Chetco Library: 4:00 pm. A fresh, fun book club for tweens and young teens who love diving into stories and exploring new worlds. Meetings include fun, creative activities related to the book of the month. In July, the group will discuss Stuart Little by E.B. White.

JULY 5

• Afternoon Indie Films, Chetco Library: 2:00 pm. This month, we’re doing a double feature of TWO documentary shorts: A Long Road to Nowhere and Mountaintop Legacy, about the forests and fire lookouts of Southern Oregon and Northern California. The filmmaker will be in attendance! Q&A and community discussion to follow.

JULY 6

• Brookings' 2025 “Summer Concerts in the Park” series, Azalea Park: 1:00 pm. California Country, a 5-piece premier dance band delivers a fun mix of 90s country, with a dash of Merle and Hank, and a healthy dose Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan and Luke Combs. All their songs are chosen with a purpose, to be crowd favorite sing-alongs.

JULY 8

• Club de Lectura, Chetco Library: 5:00 pm. A monthly book club for Spanish speakers. Parents are welcome to bring their kids and enjoy a relaxing, supportive atmosphere. For June’s reading selection, please send an email to carolina@southcoastequity.org.

JULY 9

• Bookworm Buddies Club, Chetco Library: 4:00 pm. Geared toward 2nd through 5th graders, kids vote on and pick the books they read each month. In July, the group will discuss Alice’s Ad-ventures in Wonderland, by Lewis Carroll.

JULY 11

• Summer Poetry Slam, Chetco Library: 4:00 pm. Poetry-lovers of all ages are invited to our large meeting room to celebrate the written and spoken word. Poets may recite original poems or may share a poem by their favorite poet. Signups begin at the door half an hour before the event. Anyone who performs will be entered to win a door prize.

JULY 12

• Art Walk Open House, Chetco Library: 3:00 pm – 4:45 pm. Join July’s featured artist and library staff for light refreshments, music, and an art gallery meet’n’greet.

• Teens Teach Tech, Chetco Library: 1:00 pm. Drop by the Library Annex with your device or tech questions and get help from a trained Cyber-Senior Technology Mentor. Our mentors are young people who have been

trained to teach technology to older adults and are standing by to help with your smart phone, iPad or computer. This free service is presented in partnership with Harmony & Me Music.

• Contra dance, Pistol River Friendship Club: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Pistol River Players open band. Stacy Rose caller. • Dress a Girl, Trinity Lutheran Church, 1200 Easy Street: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. We sew dresses for girls and shorts for boys around the world. Bring your lunch and bring a friend. Contact Jane Knox for more information at 209-815-2100. • VFW Post 966 meeting, 507 Pacific Ave, Brookings, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm. Wartime veterans are encouraged to join. Help us save our Post, buy a brick. For more information call: 541-412-6236.

JULY 13

• Brookings' 2025 “Summer Concerts in the Park” series, Azalea Park:

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The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on: 6/1/2025 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to this section that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). Signed:/s/ Ronald A Kusina This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Del Norte County on: 6/6/2025 Alissia D. Northrup County Clerk-Recorder Hannah Gill, Deputy File No. 20250070 6/18, 6/25, 7/2, & 7/9/2025, Triplicate, 414920

TS No. OR09000015-251 APN R13007 | 411304CD-01400-00 TO No 250123152-OR-MSO TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE Reference is made to that certain Trust Deed made by, PAIGE M KELLEY as Grantor to CURRY COUNTY TITLE, INC. as Trustee, in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., as designated nominee for LOANSTAR HOME LOANS, LLC, DBA LOANSTAR HOME LENDING, Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, dated as of September 26, 2016 and recorded on September 30, 2016 as Instrument No. 2016-03853 and the beneficial interest was assigned to SPECIALIZED LOAN SERVICING LLC and recorded March 28, 2018 as Instrument Number 2018-01120 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Curry County, Oregon to-wit: APN: R13007 | 4113-04CD01400-00 PARCEL ONE(1), GULLEY PARTITION PLAT NO. 1996-19, RECORDED JUNE 12, 1996 INST. #96-02724, COUNTY OF CURRY, AND STATE OF OREGON Commonly known as: 16259 CHAPMAN LN, BROOKINGS, OR 97415

Both the Beneficiary, NewRez LLC DBA Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing FKA Specialized Loan Servicing, and the Trustee, Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112, have elected to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by said Trust Deed and notice has been recorded pursuant to Section 86.752(3) of Oregon Revised Statutes. The default for which the foreclosure is made is the Grantor’s failure to pay: Failed to pay payments which became due Monthly Payment(s):

3 Monthly Payment(s) from 10/01/2024 to 12/31/2024 at $640.86

1 Monthly Payment(s) from 01/01/2025 to 01/31/2025 at $660.94 4 Monthly Payment(s) from 02/01/2025 to 05/15/2025 at $685.34 By this reason of said default the Beneficiary has declared all obligations secured by said Trust Deed immediately due and payable, said sums being the following, to-wit: The sum of $101,276.21 together with interest thereon at the rate of 3.25000% per annum from September 1, 2024 until paid; plus all accrued late charges thereon; and all Trustee’s fees, foreclosure costs and any sums advanced by the Beneficiary pursuant to the terms of said Trust Deed. Wherefore, notice is hereby given that, the undersigned Trustee will on September 23, 2025 at the hour of 11:00 AM, Standard of Time, as established by Section 187.110, Oregon Revised Statues, Main Entrance, Curry County Courthouse, 29821 Ellensburg, Gold Beach, OR 97444 County of Curry, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the said described real property which the Grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by him of the said Trust Deed, together with any interest which the Grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said Trust Deed, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the Trustee. Notice is further given that any person named in Section 86.778 of Oregon Revised Statutes has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the Trust Deed reinstated by payment to the Beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of said principal as would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, Trustee’s or attorney’s fees and curing any other

default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the obligation or Trust Deed, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale. Without limiting the Trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the Trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a Trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the Trustee’s sale. In construing this notice, the masculine gender includes the feminine and the neuter, the singular includes plural, the word “Grantor” includes any successor in interest to the Grantor as well as any other persons owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by said Trust Deed, the words “Trustee” and “Beneficiary” includes their respective successors in interest, if any.

Dated: 05/08/2025 By: Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112 Successor Trustee Malcolm & Cisneros, A Law Corporation Attention: Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112 c/o TRUSTEE CORPS 17100 Gillette Ave, Irvine, CA 92614 949-2528300 NPP0474514 6/18, 6/25, 7/2, & 7/9/2025, Pilot, 414844

City of Crescent City Summary of Ordinance No. 856: Military Equipment Use Policy Notice is hereby given that on Monday, June 16, 2025, the City Council of the City of Crescent City adopted Ordinance No. 856, an uncodified ordinance, Confirming Approval of the Police Department’s Military Equipment Use Policy. The policy identifies that equipment identified by AB 481 as “military equipment” that is currently used or proposed to be purchase by the Police Department in the coming year as well as the quantity, cost, lifespan, purpose, authorized uses and required training for each type of equipment. The policy is posted on the Crescent City Police Department’s webpage https://www.crescentcity. org/departments/Police and also available by contacting Robin Altman, City Clerk, during normal business hours, Monday - Thursday, 7:30am to 5:30pm (707) 464-7483 ext. 12.

The ordinance was adopted by the following polled vote: AYES: Council Members Dooley, Greenough, Tinkler, Wright and Mayor Altman NOES: None ABSENT: None /s/ Robin Altman, City Clerk 7/2/2025, Triplicate, 415240

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: Stallant Health & Wellness 515 E Washington Blvd Crescent City, CA 95531

This filing is a refile of previous file # 20200061 with changes. Registered Owner(s): Stallant Medical Group

This Business is conducted by: a California Corporation.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on: 7/6/2020. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to this section that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).

Signed:/s/ April Thompson

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Del Norte County on: 6/23/2025 Alissia D. Northrup County Clerk-Recorder Claire Landay, Deputy File No. 20250082 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, & 7/23/2025, Triplicate, 415468

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF DEL NORTE 450 H Street

Crescent City, CA 95531

CASE NO. CV251087 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Haylie Corinne Krug filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: Haylie Corinne Krug to Proposed name: Haylie Corinne Hanson THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING

Date: 8/8/2025 Time: 10:00

am Dept.: 1

The address of the court is same as noted above.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Del Norte Triplicate

Date: June 20, 2025.

/s/ Darren McElfresh

Judge of the Superior Court 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23/2025, Triplicate, 414457

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE

Benner Mini Storage 1600 Breen Street

Crescent City, CA 95531

Notice of Lien Sale on the following listed Units:

Household & Misc. Items

Unit 008

Crystal Bishop 1040 Lincoln Rd. Ste. A#176 Yuba City, CA 95991

Household & Misc. Items

Unit 071 / 185

Romeo Steele

260 Lily Lane

Bayside, CA 95524

Household & Misc. Items

Unit 149

Bethany Hess 1010 Butte St. #11

Crescent City, CA 95531

Household & Misc. Items

Unit 166

LaRhonda Toreson 2513 Oliver Ave

Crescent City, CA 95531

Household & Misc. Items

Unit 333

Steve Austin

2436 Hodge Ave

Crescent City, CA 95531

Household & Misc. Items

Unit 345

Dallas Calvery

242 Maiden Ln.

Crescent City, CA 95531

Household & Misc. Items

Unit 382

Quentin Gensaw

P.O. Box 61

Crescent City, CA 95531

Household & Misc. Items

Unit 383

David Rhodes

108 H St. Apt #311

Crescent City, CA 95531

Household & Misc. Items

Unit 857

Jennifer Hiter 1085 US HWY 101 N #210

Crescent City, CA 95531

Household & Misc. Items

Unit 1062

Spinner Spencer

Arnett Street

Crescent City, CA 95531

Household & Misc. Items

Unit 1146

Kenneth Trageser 2908 E. Whitmore Ave. H241 Ceres, CA 95307

Household & Misc. Items

Unit 1179

Estate of James Wilson 110 Georgetown Pl. Crescent City, CA 95531

Lien sale will be held:

Date: July 12, 2025

Time: 9:30 AM

Location: Benner Mini Storage 1600 Breen Street

Crescent City, CA 95531

7/2 & 7/9/2025, Triplicate, 415469

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF CURRY In the Matter of the Estate of: ROSE MARIE KENNEDY, Deceased. Case No. 25PB05390 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-entitled estate. All persons having claims against said estate are required to present them to the undersigned Personal Representative through my resident agent, JAMES W. GARDNER, Attorney at Law, 29692 Ellensburg Ave, Ste 11, P.O. Box 1286, Gold Beach, Oregon 97444, Phone (541) 247-6615, within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, Personal Representative, or the Attorney for the Personal Representative, JAMES W. GARDNER, whose address and phone number appear above. Dated this 17th day of June, 2025.

/s/ RANDALL KENNEDY 1444 Maple Leaf Lane Deland, FL 32724 Phone (407) 468-7682 7/2, 7/9, & 7/16/2025, Pilot, 415255

City of Crescent City Summary of Proposed Ordinance No. 857: Reserve Police Officer Program Notice is hereby given that on Monday, July 7, 2025 at 6:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, in the Board Chambers at 981 H Street, Crescent City, California, the City Council of the City of Crescent City will consider the adoption of Ordinance No. 857, which adopts regulations for a Reserve Police Officer Program in accordance with state law. A copy of the ordinance may be obtained by contacting City Clerk Robin Altman [realtman@ crescentcity.org; 707-4647483] or by visiting City Hall at 377 J Street, Crescent City, CA, during regular business hours, Monday - Thursday between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Public comment regarding the ordinance may be given in person at the meeting. In addition, written comment may be submitted to the City Council if received prior to noon the day of the meeting via email to publiccomment@ crescentcity.org or via U.S. Mail to the attention of the City Clerk, City of Crescent City, 377 J Street, Crescent City, CA 95531. Please reference the ordinance number and title. /s/ Robin Altman, City Clerk 7/2/2025, Triplicate, 415449

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: Pacific Lawn Maintenance 1050 Sandmann Road Crescent City, CA 95531 mailing address PO Box 1199 Crescent City, CA 95531 This Business is conducted by: an individual Registered Owner(s): Joseph

Wild RiversCoast Classifieds

NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE

On July 31, 2025, at the hour of 11:00 o’ clock

a.m. at the Curry County Courthouse, front steps, 29821 Ellensburg, Gold Beach, Oregon, the defendant’s interest will be sold, subject to redemption, in the real property commonly known as: 97922 LIVELY LN, BROOKINGS, Oregon 97415. The court case number is 20CV07925, where VILLAGE CAPITAL & INVESTMENT, LLC is plaintiff, and THE ESTATE OF LEWIS L. MYER; THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, ASSIGNS AND DEVISEES OF LEWIS L. MYER; LAWRENCE DEAN MYER; RICHARD ALLEN MYER; MELISSA LYN MYER; MARY NELLE RUSSELLSCHNEIDER; WESTERN MERCANTILE AGENCY, INC.; and ALL OTHER PERSONS OR PARTIES UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, LIEN, OR INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS 97922 LIVELY LN, BROOKINGS, OREGON 97415 is defendant. The sale is a public auction to the highest bidder for cash or cashier’s check, in hand, made out to Curry County Sheriff’s Office. For more information on this sale go to: www.oregonsheriffs.com/ sales.htm 6/25, 7/2, 7/9, & 7/16, Pilot, 415132

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: ARMOR & ECHO ENTERTAINMENT 2980 Elk Valley Rd Crescent City, CA 95531

This filing is a refile of previous file # 20250040 due to publication requirements not met on previous filing.

Registered Owner(s): ANMARIH R DIAZ & JULIAN RAMOS

This Business is conducted by: a general partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on: n/a. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to this section that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).

Signed:/s/ ANMARIAH R DIAZ This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Del Norte County on: 6/23/2025

Alissia D. Northrup County Clerk-Recorder Claire Landay, Deputy File No. 20250081 7/2, 7/9, 7/16 & 7/23/2025, Triplicate, 415461

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: Seams To Be Sewn 300 Sierra Wood Road Gasquet, CA 95543

This filing is a refile of previous file # 20200041 with changes.

This Business is conducted by: a CA limited liability

company Registered Owner(s): Susan Renner

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on: 4/17/2020 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to this section that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).

Signed:/s/ Susan Renner

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Del Norte County on: 5/23/2025

Alissia D. Northrup County Clerk-Recorder Hannah Gill, Deputy File No. 20250065 6/11, 6/18, 6/25,, & 7/2/2025, Triplicate, 414417

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Petra Helga Sukau aka Petra Sukau aka Helga Petra Nora Sukau Case Number: PB257033

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Petra Helga Sukau aka Petra Sukau aka Helga Petra Nora Sukau A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Kelly A. Kinsley, in the Superior Court of California, County of: Del Norte. The petition for probate requests that: Kelly A. Kinsley be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This Authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: July 11, 2025

Time: 10:00am Dept.: 2

Address of the Court: 450 H Street, Crescent City, CA 95531

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file

with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Stokes, Hamer, Kirk & Firpo, LLP 381 Bayside Road, Suite A Arcata, CA 95521 (707) 822-1771 6/25, 7/2, and 7/9/2025, Triplicate 415210

Notice of Online Public Lien Sale Notice is hereby given that Pursuant to the California Self Service Storage Facility Act (B&P Code 21700 ET seq.), the following will sell the storage unit(s) listed below at public auction to satisfy a lien placed on the contents. Property including but not limited to household goods, clothing, tools and/or other miscellaneous items. The sale will take place online at www. storagetreasures.com.

Bidding will open on Friday July 11, 2025 at 3:00 pm and end on Friday July 18, 2025 at 3:00 pm.

StorWell - Elk Valley - 176 Elk Valley Rd, Crescent City, CA, 95531

Carly Pickett

StorWell - McNamara - 1065 McNamara Rd, Crescent City, CA, 95531

Joan Running, Marcus Myers, Tiffany Rhodes, Kenneth Witherby

Storwell - Arnett - 320 Arnett St., Crescent City, CA, 95531

Jesse Tueller, Crystal

Aldrich

StorWell - Railroad - 1565 S Railroad Ave., Crescent City, CA, 95531

Athena Barber, Jesse Taylor, Cynthia Aguilera 7/2/2025, Triplicate, 415239

NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS PROBATE NO.: 25PB05156

NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that I, Racheal Moody, have been appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of Arthur Reed Moody by the Circuit Court of the State of Oregon for Curry County, and all persons having claims against said estate are required to present them to me at the law office of my attorney, Michael P. Vanderhoff, 780 S. Front St., Ste. 150, Central Point, Oregon 97502, within four months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or they may be barred.

All persons whose rights may be affected by this proceeding are advised that additional information may be obtained from the court records, the undersigned, or my attorney.

DATED AND FIRST PUBLISHED this 2nd day of July, 2025.

Racheal Moody

Personal Representative 7/2/2025, Pilot, 415301

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: \charscalex94 JIMMY G. CADJEW, Decedent Case Number: PB257032

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: JIMMY G. CADJEW.

A Petition for Probate has been filed by: TASHA R. RIDDLE AND JOHN C. RIDDLE III, in the Superior Court of California, County of: Del Norte.

The petition for probate requests that: TASHA R. RIDDLE AND JOHN C. RIDDLE III be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, to be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This Authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived

notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: July 11, 2025 Time: 10:00am Dept.: 2 Address of the Court: 450 H Street, Crescent City, CA 95531

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may af-

fect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal

Brookings Gears Up for Fireworks Extravaganza

After decades as a beloved local tradition, the Brookings-Harbor 4th of July fireworks show is set for a grand return, thanks to a dedicated group of community leaders and the Love Your 4th fund raising initiative. Behind the scenes, the Love Your 4th team has meticulously crafted a master manual, a comprehensive guide outlining timelines, permits, agency partnerships and all the intricate details necessary to consistently bring the fireworks show to life.

"Our community is ready to enjoy celebrating our nation’s birthday," stated Henry Johnson, Fund Raising Captain of the Love Your 4th initiative. "The event isn't just a show; it's a cherished tradition that unites our community. But we're not just here to sparkle, we're here to ignite some serious fun too!"

The fireworks spectacular will launch from Sporthaven Beach at 10 p.m., promising a vibrant 20-minute display that will illuminate the Brookings-Harbor sky.

The celebration kicks off much earlier in the day at the Boardwalk in the Port, offering a full schedule of entertainment and local flavors.

There will be live music from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., featuring a diverse lineup including Moonbow, The Mother Smuckers, Rogue Strings, P.A. & T-Roy and the Del-Cur Community Band.

There will also be a variety of vendors on-site from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., offering food, crafts and more.

In addition, there will be a carboard boat regatta, the funky foot race, kites flying and a splash zone.

Please remember that the road leading into the Sporthaven Beach parking area will be closed all day on July 4th, but there will be a drop-off area available for convenience.

Limited parking will be accessible on the east side of the Kite Field for beach access and carpooling is strongly advised. Attendees can also find parking at the Port and enjoy a leisurely walk to Sporthaven

Beach and remember to bring a chair!

This year's 4th of July celebration in Brookings-Harbor promises to be a memorable event, bringing the community together for a day of patriotic fun and a spectacular fireworks show, all thanks to the dedication of the Love Your 4th initiative. Get Ready to Reel in Fun at Brookings' Annual Slam'n Salmon Ocean Derby

The waters off Brookings are set to come alive with excitement as fishing enthusiasts and families alike prepare for the annual Slam'n Salmon Ocean Derby. This thrilling, youth and family-focused fishing tournament invites participants to cast their lines in pursuit of the biggest salmon, all while soaking in the stunning coastal scenery.

Set for July 4th, 5th and 6th, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, the derby promises a weekend packed with action and entertainment. Anglers of all skill levels are welcome to compete for cash prizes in various categories, including

awards for the largest catch, vying for ultimate bragging rights on the beautiful Oregon coast. But the Slam'n Salmon Ocean Derby is more than just a fishing competition. Attendees can expect a festive atmosphere throughout the day at the Port of Brookings Harbor.

Beyond the main event,

there will be a variety of food vendors, live music performances, and community activities, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy. Don't miss the fish feed, a highlight for many attendees and opportunities to win big in raffles. Whether you're a seasoned angler with years of experience or a family looking for

Oregon's Outdoors Brace for Fourth: Fireworks Banned Amidst

BY LINDA LEE Curry Coastal Pilot

As the Fourth of July approaches and fireworks sales have begun across Oregon, state park officials and fire authorities are issuing a stern reminder: fireworks and explosives are strictly prohibited within Oregon State Parks and along the entire 362-mile ocean shore.

The message is clear: celebrate responsibly but leave the pyrotechnics at home.

The prohibition comes as Oregon grapples with an already active wildfire season. Three state parks have faced closures or evacuations due to nearby blazes in recent weeks, highlighting the extreme fire risk.

"Parks are often in remote locations that are challenging to evacuate and might take emergency responders time to reach," park staff emphasized, underscoring the potential for rapid and devastating fires ignited by celebratory explosives, especially in areas with high winds and flammable vegetation.

Beyond the immediate fire danger, fireworks pose a significant threat to Oregon's delicate coastal ecosystems and wildlife. Federally protected Western Snowy Plover nesting grounds as well as other coastal birds and marine animals are particularly vulnerable.

"The lights and noise from fireworks can cause birds and other wildlife to startle and flee in panic," explained Dawn Harris, visitor services manager with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. "On the coast, this can result in the abandonment of nests, leaving eggs or young vulnerable to predators like crows, ravens or gulls."

The environmental impact extends to the debris left behind. The staggering amount of trash left on our shores and parks is something to think about and the careless disregard for wildlife and the environment, is befuddling.

"Litter from firecrackers, bottle rockets and other explosives spread debris on beaches, which can be choking hazards for wildlife

Fire Danger, Wildlife Concerns

and may be toxic if ingested," Harris added.

This isn't a theoretical concern; after last year's Fourth of July, volunteers collected nearly 1,000 pounds of trash from the Lincoln City beaches alone, with fireworks debris ranking as the third most collected item. Another 640 pounds of trash were collected in barrels. "That debris directly impacts the ecological resilience of our beaches, oceans and wildlife," stated Laurel Hillman, Ocean Shore Resource Coordinator at the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. "We ask that visitors respect the restrictions on fireworks and explosives to protect Oregon State Parks and the ocean shore." It's crucial for individuals to check local rules and restrictions, as local governments may impose additional bans on the sale or use of fireworks, especially in areas with elevated wildfire risk.

Consumer-legal fireworks, which can only be purchased from permitted retailers, are still prohibited

on: Public lands and parks; National parks and forests; Bureau of Land Management lands; U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service properties; Oregon state beaches, parks and campgrounds; Private lands protected by the Oregon Department of Forestry.

Fire officials recommend following the "Four Bs" for safe fireworks use:

• Be prepared: Always have a bucket of water or a hose nearby.

• Be safe: Keep children and pets at a safe distance and never use fireworks near dry grass or other flammable materials.

• Be responsible: Do not re-light duds and soak all used fireworks in water before disposal.

• Be aware: Use only legal fireworks and only where they are allowed. "Before lighting any fireworks, make sure you know what’s allowed where you are," said Oregon State Fire Marshal Mariana Ruiz-Temple. "We want everyone to enjoy the holiday, but it’s critical to follow the law and

avoid actions that could cause a fire or injury." While education remains the primary focus, Oregon State Parks Enforcement Rangers have the authority to issue Class A violations for significant or repeated infractions, carrying a presumptive fine of up to $400. Oregon law strictly prohibits any fireworks that fly into the air, explode, or travel more than 12 feet horizontally on the ground without a state fire marshal permit. This includes common items like bottle rockets, Roman candles and firecrackers. Violations are classified as a Class B misdemeanor, carrying a maximum fine of $2,500. Furthermore, individuals

who misuse fireworks or cause damage can be held financially responsible for fire suppression and other related costs. Parents can also be held liable for damage caused by their children. As Oregonians finalize their Fourth of July plans, authorities reiterate: enjoy the holiday, but prioritize safety and adhere to the regulations to protect Oregon's natural beauty and its inhabitants. For more information on fireworks laws, retail sales permits, and safety tips, the Oregon State Fire Marshal offers resources on their fireworks webpage at: www. oregon.gov/osfm.

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