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LTD schedules outreach sessions on upcoming rural transit changes

JEREMY C. RUARK Cottage Grove Sentinel

Public works crews are in the process of establishing a new smaller homeless camp site at the vacant lot on 12th Street in Cottage Grove.

Cottage Grove City Manager

Lane Transit District (LTD) will host two public outreach sessions this month to engage South Lane County residents on upcoming changes to rural transit services. An in-person session is scheduled for Monday, August 18, from 1–2 p.m. in the Shephard Room at the Community Center, 700 E. Gibbs Ave. A virtual session will follow on Wednesday, August 20 at 5:30 p.m. via Zoom. The meeting link is available at LTD’s events calendar.

Mike Sauerwein said the city is behind its original Oct. 1 timeline is establishing the camp, following the Aug. 22 closure and cleanup of the 12th Street and Douglas Street homeless camps. During the transition, the adjacent Lulu Dog Park at 12th Street has been used as a homeless camp site with hours from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. daily.

These sessions come as LTD transitions from the Metro Shuttle to a new Rural Shuttle Pilot, following the expiration of key grant funding in June. The pilot is funded through Statewide Transportation Improvement Fund (STIF) discretionary grants and aims to expand service to previously unserved communities while adjusting operations in South Lane County.

“None of us have ever managed a homeless camp before, so we knew that date was a bit aspirational,” Sauerwein said. “We are hoping that this week we will be able to make the transition. Our goal was to provide folks with a safe and secure place to spend the night and that’s what we are doing.”

If you take a stroll down the South side of the developing Main Street renovation project in Cottage Grove, you may notice that there are different surfaces to behold. Instead of plain concrete throughout, the Wildish crews are pouring and finishing differently colored strips of concrete as the project develops.

Part of this strip-wise process was dictated by the goal of keeping access to local businesses open and by the complexity of the project.

The contractors needed to establish a reference point for the new curbs and street levels and then tie the century old buildings, all at different elevations, into a smooth, accessible whole.

camp site this week

The darker, tarnish colored concrete portion of the new sidewalks contain a surprise that will delight both townies and visitors alike in the coming years, Sparkles! The reason behind this feature has a fascinating history which goes back to a local mover and shaker, businessman Herman Petersen.

History Petersen came to Cottage Grove in 1933 and started his business career early. His first job at age 6 was “dusting shoes”, which did not appeal to him much, so he got into the pigeon raising business. Petersen had many fancy breeds which he sold all over, as far away as Kansas.

Sauerwein said city staff was cleaning up the Lulu Dog Park to reestablish it as a dog park. Specific costs of that cleanup and establishing the smaller homeless camp at 12th Street were not immediately available.

Metro Shuttle Ends, Pilot Begins The Metro Shuttle, operated by Lane Council of Governments (LCOG) at the request of the City of Cottage Grove, officially ended service on June 30. The program provided on-demand transportation from rural South Lane County into the metro area. Because STIF Discretionary grants are limited to short-term projects, the original funding was not eligible for renewal to support ongoing operations.

LTD’s Director of Mobility Services Cosette Rees explained that the agency responded to the expiring grant by successfully applying for new STIF funding to launch a twoyear pilot.

“Something important to keep in mind—two rural communities, Mohawk Valley and the Highway 36 corridor between Mapleton and Deadwood, have no public transit,” Rees said. “These communities were identified in LCOG’s Transit Development Plan, Link Lane, as a priority for service. Looking at South Lane County’s multiple services, LTD made the difficult choice to reduce days of service in South Lane in order to provide the two other communities access to public transportation for the first time.”

CINDY WEELDREYER

For The Cottage Grove Sentinel

In 1975, when Birdy Hoelzle and her sister Gail opened The Bookmine they were familiar with The Village Green.

In the early 1950’s he opened a department store on Main Street, where longstanding “Homestead Furniture” now operates, and plunged wholeheartedly into community affairs. His name is liberally sprinkled across the Sentinel pages, Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce, Head of Red Cross

The new mini homeless camp will include the same restrictions as the former larger camps.

“The same rules will apply,” Sauwrwein said. “The camp will be available from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. and the rules will be enforced through our contracting company, One Security of Eugene to help us during this transition period. They are a very experienced homeless camp management company.”

state law as we understand it,” Sauerwein said. “That is what we are doing. To change that is up to the legislature. The city of Cottage Grove has no plans to do any kind of a shelter beyond what we are

developments at cgsemtinel.com and in the Wednesday print editions of The Sentinel.

the walkway along Cottage Grove’s

often don’t recognize the behavioral impact of their work.

“We become cultural brainwashed,” Dill said. “Whether it’s structural or wildland fires. So, we are meant to believe we are supposed to act strong, brave, be help, don’t ask for help, and we don’t want to look weak and not ask for help.”

Oregon governor signs series of laws to strengthen behavioral health system

Dill added that while firefighters are on the front lines battling the wildfires, one of the biggest challenges they face is the unknown.

MIA MALDONADO Oregon Capital Chronicle

Kate Gekeler, a La Grande resident and mother of two, graduated this spring from the inaugural class of Eastern Oregon University’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling program.

Grovers gather to remember Village Green Resort

Rees emphasized that the pilot would allow LTD to explore different service models tailored to each community’s needs and to identify sustainable funding options beyond the two-year period. According to LTD data, the Metro Shuttle provided approximately 300 trips per month, with about 30 percent taken by riders eligible for LTD’s RideSource programs. LTD is working to transition those individuals to RideSource services.

Their father traveled a lot and often brought its matchboxes home as keepsakes for his girls. The sisters were in their 20’s when they opened the Main Street bookstore and, to enhance their income, worked as waitresses at the resort.

“It was a wonderful place to work and, being new in town, it

After five years of coursework and internships, she graduated with her bachelor’s and master’s degrees debt free. That’s largely because most of her costs were covered by the state, which is ramping up scholarships for people interested in careers in mental health.

helped us meet many of our future bookstore customers,” Birdy said.

She shared a humorous memory they made in the formal Iron Maiden Dining Room that drew laughter from the crowd.

On Wednesday, Aug. 6, Gekeler shared her story in front of a crowd of mental health professionals, elected officials and people receiving behavioral health treatment as Gov. Tina Kotek signed a slate of bills at Fora Health in Portland meant to improve behavioral health care in Oregon.

Cottage Grove Historical Society’s

Rep. Rob Nosse, D-Portland, stands behind Gov. Tina Kotek as she signs House Bill 2059. Nosse was the chief sponsor behind the bill, which invests $65 million to increase the capacity for residential treatment across the state.

shortage. Led by First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson, the council has until January to develop a plan.

“It’s how rapidly theses fires can move, and the unknown is where is it going to end? Where will this fire go to and how long will it last? And that is a struggle,” he said.

Additionally, Kotek signed House Bill 2059, which invests another $65 million to increase the capacity for residential treatment across the state. In addition to her administration’s existing goal of adding 465 new treatment beds by the end of 2026, the law will fund another 200 beds over the next two years.

“So, when you are fighting that fire, you’re trying to do your best to stop it, and yet the wind kicks up at 60 miles an hour and it drags it further and further behind them. That aspect of the unknown is very difficult in wildland fires. The firefighters have that stress and anxiety, and that struggle to protect is a very difficult challenge for the wildland firefighters.”

“My sister and I were budding feminists at the time and were quite shocked by the sexism practiced in the dining room,” she said. “The menu given to a woman had no prices on it and foot pillows were provided so ladies’ uncomfortable shoes could be removed while dining. It was a very different era.”

“I wouldn’t be a behavioral health provider today without state tuition assistance, which is one piece of

“Farewell to the Village Green” at the Community Center, Saturday, Sept. 21. The internationally famous resort was created by Walter A. Woodard (W.A.) and his son, Carlton. Some members of the family attended and shared personal memories.

legislation being signed today,” Gekeler said at the event.

By signing House Bill 2024 Kotek will invest $6 million to provide more incentives for Oregonians like Gekeler to pursue careers in behavioral health care, such as

THROUGH THE LENS

Kris Woodard’s introductory remarks included personal memories he made through the lens of a 12-year-old who was often “in

project. He said he was given an important job of opening the boxes delivered to the guest rooms and recalled how cool he felt driving the orange golf cart around the property for assigned errands. Years later, another special memory was seeing the famous football player, O.J. Simpson, running on one of the resort’s paths.

scholarships, tuition assistance, loan repayments and stipends.

In response to workforce shortages, Kotek in May also launched the Behavioral Health Talent Council, tasked with identifying new strategies to address the state’s behavioral health workforce

To the delight of those gathered, Kris’ brother, Casey Woodard,

The law works in conjunction with House Bill 2005, also signed into law on Wednesday, which broadens the circumstances when a person with a mental illness can be detained and committed to the Oregon Health Authority for treatment.

It is often very difficult for family members of the firefighters to understand what emotions there are, and that many firefighters don’t express their emotions, according to Dill.

“We ask the family members to try to understand the cultural,” he said. “Be direct. Challenge with compassion when something doesn’t look right or doesn’t sound right, and do an internal size up, which we ask the firefighters to do as well,” he said.” Internal size up means asking why am I acting this way, and why am I feeling this way? The best thing we can do is

Lastly, Kotek signed House Bill 3321, which allocates $1 million for the Alcohol and Drug Policy Commission to develop and implement a substance abuse prevention plan for Oregon youth.

Incident on golf course leads to arrest

A female was contacted for illegally camping at the Middlefield Golf Course, according to a post on the Cottage Grove Police Department (CGPD) Facebook page.

The female was contacted again later by CGPD officers for the illegal camp with an active open flame fire, which prompted officers to take her into custody. She was

arrested for Littering, Reckless Burning, and Possession of Methamphetamine, which was found on her person when she was being detained by the officers.

The female was transported to the Lane County Jail to be lodged. The female’s name was not immediately available.

POLICE BLOTTER

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All individuals arrested or charged with a crime are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Information printed is preliminary and subject to change. For specific details about cases listed, contact the appropriate law enforcement agency.

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MONDAY, JULY 28

01:08: Found property, 1200 block S. River Rd.

01:12: Business check, 900 block E. Main St.

02:17: Disturbance, 1400 block W. 3rd St.

03:24: Warrant service, 200 block N. 12th St.

04:39: Warrant service, 400 block E. Main St.

05:29: Disturbance, 1100 block E. Main St.

06:40: Alarm, 1500 block Gateway Blvd.

06:51: Disorderly subject, 1300 block E. Main St.

07:11: Suspicious vehicle, N. Douglas/E. Chamberlain

08:00: Warrant service, 2nd/Jefferson

08:09: Alarm, 100 block Gateway Blvd.

08:41: Illegal camping, 300 block S. River Rd.

09:05: Fraud, Hwy 99/ Geer

09:36: Suicide, 1400 block E. Washington Ave.

10:43: Abandoned vehicle, 6th/Hillside

11:55: Welfare check, 2000 block S. 8th St.

12:30: Suspicious condition, 100 block Palmer Ave.

12:53: Theft, 200 block Gateway Blvd.

13:22: Abandoned vehicle, Harvey/19th

13:38: Vicious dog, 900 block Lincoln Ave.

14:13: Animal info, 900 block W. Main St.

16:38: Motor vehicle crash, 37000 block Row River Rd.

17:40: Animal info, 1200 block Hwy 99

18:34: Suspicious vehicle, 400 block E. Main St.

18:47: Criminal mistreatment, 1500 block Village Dr.

19:01: Warrant service, 1000 block E. Main St.

19:30: Assault, 500 block Grant Ave.

20:25: Warrant service, 1300 block E. Main St.

20:39: Disturbance, 3000 block Kenady Ln.

22:04: Found property, 100 block S. 10th St.

TUESDAY, JULY 29

01:28: Abandoned vehicle, 100 block Row River Rd.

05:07: Suspicious vehicle, 700 block Row River Rd.

07:25: Harassment, 800 block E. Monroe Ave.

07:30: Disturbance, 900 block S. 6th St.

08:11: Found dog, 400 block E. Main St.

09:15: Warrant service, 400 block E. Main St.

09:24: Criminal mischief, 1100 block Villard Ave.

10:44: Criminal mischief, 100 block N. River Rd.

11:06: Harassment, 400 block E. Main St.

13:06: Dog at large, 1000 block Hwy 99

13:53: Abandoned vehicle, 100 block Palmer Ave.

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OSP traffic stop yields ‘significant’ drug seizure

An Oregon State Police (OSP) trooper stopped a passenger vehicle on I-5 southbound near Albany at 9:47 a.m. July 31, for multiple traffic violations.

With the assistance of an OSP drug detection K-9 approximately 112 pounds of methamphetamine, 5 6 pounds of cocaine, and 4 4 pounds of fentanyl were located within the vehicle, according to the OSP report.

Both the vehicle operator, 29-year-old Jesus Compos Roman, of Everett (WA), and passenger Eduar Freites Mosquera, of Mill Creek (WA), were arrested for possession and delivery of methamphetamine, cocaine, and fentanyl and lodged at the Linn County Jail.

No other details of the investigation have been released by OSP, and the case remained under investigation as of July 31

14:01: Animal info, 1500 block E. Main St.

14:27: Suspicious vehicle, 1000 block E. Grover Ave.

15:10: Criminal mischief, 1300 block W. Harrison Ave.

18:41: Theft, 16th/ Ostrander

19:12: Warrant service, 14th/Main

20:34: Warrant service, E. Main/N. River Rd.

21:21: Stolen vehicle, 1300 block E. Jefferson Ave.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 30

00:49: Suspicious vehicle, 1200 block E. Main St.

00:57: Disturbance, 200 block N. 12th St.

01:11: Agency assist, 2700 block Hillside Dr.

01:33: Suspicious vehicle, 900 block Row River Rd.

01:39: Suspicious subject, 900 block Row River Rd.

04:13: Alarm, 100 block Hwy 99

09:39: Illegal camping, 1300 block E. Main St.

12:23: Abandoned vehicle, 1400 block S. 8th St.

12:30: Criminal mischief, 10th/Tyler

12:55: Fire, 77000 block Latham Rd.

13:09: Business check, 900 block Row River Rd.

13:16: Illegal dumping, 900 block Row River Rd.

13:35: Warrant service, 400 block E. Main St.

15:24: Criminal mischief, 1100 block Lord Ave.

15:35: Agency assist, 3300 block Gateway

15:54: Criminal mischief, 77000 block Layng Rd.

15:56: Criminal mischief, River Rd/Madison

15:57: Criminal mischief, 300 block E. Main St.

17:24: Criminal mischief, 700 block E. Main St.

17:34: Suspicious condition, 6th/Latham

18:10: Warrant service, 400 block E. Main St.

20:54: Suspicious condition, 100 block S. 10th St.

Approximately 112 pounds of methamphetamine, 5.6 pounds of cocaine, and 4.4 pounds of

were

OSP report.

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23:38: Prowler, 78000 block Thornton Ln. THURSDAY, JULY 31

03:19: Nuisance, 1300 block N. 19th St.

04:00: Suspicious condition, 200 block Buttercup Lp.

07:56: Warrant service, 400 block E. Main St.

07:58: Welfare check, Kalapuya/Holly 08:10: Warrant service, 900 block N. 9th St.

09:22: Vehicle impound, 900 block Row River Rd.

09:28: Found property, 3200 block Row River Rd.

10:22: Abandoned vehicle, S/W. Harrison 10:43: Animal info, 900 block Row River Rd.

11:10: Wanted subject, 1400 block E. Washington Ave.

11:23: Warrant service, 400 block S. 3rd St.

11:40: Overdose, 32000 block Rachel rd. 12:20: Abandoned vehicle, 22nd/Washington 13:32: Wanted subject, 1300 block Ash Ave.

13:34: Disturbance, 3000 block Row River Rd.

14:13: Found property, 300 block E. Madison Ave. 17:01: Disturbance, 1500 block E. Main St. 17:17: Illegal camping, 16th/Main

20:53: Juvenile problem, 100 block S. 10th St. 22:24: Assault, 1500 block E. Main St.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 1

00:06: Suspicious subject, 1200 block E. Main St.

02:38: Harassment, 100 block Gateway Blvd.

07:50: Info, 1300 block S. River Rd.

08:30: Unlawful entry into motor vehicle, 300 block Hwy 99

09:44: Illegal parking, 100 block N. Lane St. 09:56: Trespass, 1100 block E. Main St.

10:16: Harassment, 100 block Gateway Blvd.

10:23: Suspicious condition, 900 block Row River Rd.

11:17: Info, 600 block Benjamin Ave.

The Oregon-Idaho HIDTA program is an Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) sponsored counterdrug grant program that coordinates with and provides funding resources to multiagency drug enforcement initiatives, including the OSPDHE Initiative.

11:52: Disturbance, 900 block S. 6th St.

12:45: Welfare check, 200 block S. 13th St. 13:09: Abandoned vehicle, 100 block N. 16th St. 13:43: Welfare check, 1400 block E. Washington Ave.

16:48: Assault, 600 block N. 9th St.

17:06: Warrant service, 400 block E. Main St.

18:17: Suspicious subject, 600 block N. 9th St.

18:30: Suspicious condition, 400 block Kalapuya Way

19:19: Suspicious vehicle, 1100 block Hwy 99 19:21: Illegal camping, 100 block Village Dr. 20:41: Dog at large, 1500 block W. Main St. 22:51: Warrant service, 400 block E. Main St. 23:01: Harassment, 400 block N. 14th St.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 2

01:56: Runaway juvenile, 200 block South N St. 02:07: Business check, 900 block E. Main St.

07:00: Runaway juvenile, 700 block S. 3rd St. 19:00: Business check, 1200 block Gateway Blvd. 19:26: Welfare check, Main/River Rd.

22:52: Welfare check, 100 block Taylor Pl.

23:11: Suspicious vehicle, 3200 block Row River Rd.

23:26: Welfare check, 1200 block S. River Rd. 23:30: Disturbance, 32000 block Nichols Ln.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 3

00:04: Harassment, 600 block Taylor Ave.

00:47: Harassment, 1700 block Curry Ave.

03:11: Welfare check, 100 block N. 9th St. 03:39: Motor vehicle crash, Hwy 99/Latham 05:11: Burglary, 500 block E. Madison Ave.

07:12: Business check, 1200 block E. Main St.

08:35: Dog at large, 900 block E. Main St.

11:14: Theft, 1100 block Hwy 99

11:17: Found dog, River Rd/Harrison 11:22: Dog at large, 1100 block E. Quincy Ave.

12:12: Disorderly subject, 100 block N. 6th St. 14:08: Suicide, 700 block Arthur Ave.

16:13: Welfare check, River Rd/99

17:49: Abandoned vehicle, Cottage Heights/ Samuel Dr.

19:51: Warrant service, 10th/Main 20:04: Suspicious subject, 2100 block Cemetery Rd.

Sawdust, Sack Races, and Sweet Memories: W.O.E. Weekend Is Here

CINDY WEELDREYER

Cottage Grove Sentinel

For nearly a century, the Western Oregon Exposition

(W.O.E.) Heritage Fair has been a cherished summer tradition, bringing generations together to celebrate the spirit, resilience, and creativity of South Lane County.

Now in its 93rd year, the fair returns this weekend, Aug 15-17, with free family fun seasoned with hometown pride.

Held at the historic W.O.E. Fairgrounds on North Douglas Avenue in Cottage Grove, this year’s fair features expanded entertainment, a vendor marketplace, and a renewed focus on community partnerships. Admission is free to all, thanks to support from local sponsors.

Promotional tickets, available at participating businesses, can be exchanged at the front gate for entry into a drawing for themed gift baskets.

A Legacy Rooted in Community

The Western Oregon Exposition began in 1932, when local Granges and civic groups organized exhibitions to showcase Cottage Grove’s agricultural and logging heritage. In its early years, it was hosted in lumberyards, garages, parks, and schools.

The Dorena, London, Hebron, and North Douglas Granges played a pivotal role in creating a space where farmers, homemakers, gardeners, and 4-H youth could exhibit their skills. The organization was incorporated in 1955, and, thanks to a land donation from Stanley E. Daugherty, the fair found a lasting home next to the Cottage Grove Speedway. It has since grown into a beloved tradition that

COTTAGE GROVE

HISTORIC DISTRICT

Businesses are open during the Main Street Revitalization construction. Keep shopping in Historic Downtown Cottage Grove and get stamps. Turn the stamps in at the Cottage Grove Chamber of Commerce at 836 E Main Street for a chance to win $500 in local gift cards each week until construction is finished. Details at https://www.cgchamber. com/shoplocal/ or call 541-942-2411

CONCERTS IN THE PARK

Concerts in the Park every Wednesday evening from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Bohemia Park in Cottage Grove. These free musical events are presented by the Cottage Grove Chamber of Commerce. See the schedule and line up at the chamber’s website: http://

honors hard work, creativity, and community spirit.

Logging Show Honors Timber Legacy

One of the fair’s most anticipated events is the Logging Show, a tribute to the region’s timber heritage. Featuring world-class lumberjack competitions—hotsaw and stock-saw cutting, double-buck and modified saw races, axe-throwing, and divisions for women and kids—the roar of saws echo the legacy of hardworking families who built Cottage Grove’s early economy.

“It’s more than just a show—it’s a living tribute to our roots,” says W.O.E. Board President Ken Schwieger. “We’re proud to honor the skills and traditions that shaped this region and thrilled to see new generations stepping into the arena.”

Live Music Schedule

This year’s entertainment offers a mix of music, magic and community spirit.

Friday: The Row River Collective plays Americana music from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Starfire Stage. Ryan Birdseye performs country, folk, and soft rock on the Banner Bank Stage from 11:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Huckleberrys close the evening with bluegrass and blues from 5 to 8:30 p.m.

Saturday: Dakota Harris plays on the Banner Bank Stage from 11:45 a.m. to 2 p.m., followed by the Woolsey Brothers’ original rock set on the Starfire Stage from 12 to 2 p.m. At 3:30 p.m., families can enjoy Dr. Delusion’s Illusions Magic Show. Wailing Tides rocks the Starfire Stage from 6:30 to 9 p.m.

Sunday: The Front Stage hosts a gospel service led by

coastforkbrewing.com/ our-pub/events/ SVA IN THE PARK Monday-Thursday

12:30-3:30 p.m. Coiner Park. Fee: Free. Kids can drop in to participate in a variety of activities including games, arts and crafts, and snacks. Sports equipment will be available for use.

AUGUST 13 Puzzle Race. 2:30 p.m. Cottage Grove Public. Library, 700 E. Gibbs Ave. Teams of up to four will compete against each other to finish their puzzle first. The team who finishes their puzzle the fastest win a special prize! This program is open to all ages and skill levels. Cottage Grove Speedway. Gates Open at 4:30 p.m. Qualifying at 5 p.m. Racing at 6:30 p.m. MIDWEEK MAYHEM RACE #4 Racing Classes: IMCA Modified, SportMods, SportCompact, Street

Old Time Gospel Fellowship at 10 a.m. Later, Bradly Shepherd’s Perfect Flavor offers multi-genre cover and original songs from 2 to 3 p.m.

Kids Passport Sparks Exploration

Organizers say children are at the heart of the W.O.E. Heritage Fair, and this year’s lineup is designed to spark wonder and adventure. From sack races and haystack treasure hunts to veggie dress-up contests and gold panning with the Bohemia Mine Owners Association, there’s excitement around every corner. Live magic shows, 4-H animal encounters, the AWANA Pinewood Derby, and old-fashioned games add to the fun. New this year is the Kids Passport—a playful guide encouraging families to explore all areas of the fairgrounds. As kids collect stamps from different stations, they build memories and earn small prizes, reinforcing the fair’s mission

to engage, educate, and entertain.

Marketplace & Food Court: Local Flavor, Unique Finds

The Marketplace Vendor Showcase features over 50 local artisans, makers, and small businesses offering handmade jewelry, embroidery, crystals, pet snacks, and custom décor. Visitors can shop for one-of-a-kind gifts while supporting Cottage Grove’s creative economy.

The food court offers BBQ, sushi, Frito boats, ice cream, cotton candy, and home skillet meals. Twist and Tap will serve adult beverages throughout the weekend, and Brandywine Fisheries returns as a crowd favorite with fresh, flavorful fare.

Community Partners Make It Possible

Behind the scenes, the fair is powered by a network of dedicated community partners. This year, the W.O.E. Board focused on strengthening brand recognition, attracting new vendors, and deepening engagement.

Longtime sponsors like the Woodard Family Foundation and Starfire Lumber continue to provide essential support, while Welt & Welt, Inc. helped distribute promotional tickets. The City of Cottage Grove assisted with printing the Fair Guide—a vital tool for navigating the weekend’s events.

“Our mission is to provide a free, family-friendly event for everyone to enjoy,” Schwieger explains. “But maintaining the fairgrounds and running the event requires ongoing resources and collaboration. We’re deeply grateful to the support of our volunteers and sponsors. This fair belongs to everyone, and it thrives because of everyone.”

A Fair That Gives Back

In addition to entertainment and shopping, the fair includes a food drive benefiting Community Sharing, reinforcing the idea that fun and generosity can go hand in hand.

Stocks, and Junior. Location at 2150 N.

Douglas Ave. Tickets: Adults $16. Juniors (1317) $13. Seniors (62+) and Military $13. Youth (6-12) $6. Five years old and under free. For more details, call 541-942-7561 Chamber Concerts in the Park. 6:30- 8 p.m. Bohemia Park Amphitheatre. Performer: Luke Cole (country) South Valley Athletics provides kid activities. Check out “The Market” vendors from 5:30-8 p.m.

AUGUST 14 Bohemia Gold Mining Museum. Open from 1-4 p.m. Red Barn across from Bohemia Park. Volunteers guide visitors on a tour of local mining

“This fair isn’t just memorable—it’s meaningful,” Schwieger says. “It’s a place where we come together, celebrate our shared story, and support one another.”

A Living Legacy

Since its founding in 1932 the W.O.E. Heritage Fair has evolved with the times while staying true to its roots. It remains a place where longtime residents share stories, children meet farm animals, and neighbors reconnect. Young and old sit together and play bingo. Fairgoers stroll among a wide variety of exhibits noting who won the blue ribbons. Organizers believe whether you’re a longtime resident or firsttime visitor, the fair offers a glimpse into the heart of Cottage Grove—a community that values tradition, creativity, and connection. For more information, call 541-942-6150, or visit www. westernoregonexpo.com

history with displays, artifacts, maps and gifts. SVA Chess Club. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Cottage Grove Community Center Shepherd Room, 700 E. Gibbs Ave. South Valley Athletics invites players to drop-in and all skill levels welcome. Free weekly activity through Aug. 21 SVA Summer Youth Improv. 4-5 p.m. Cottage Grove Community Center, 700 E. Gibbs Ave. South Valley Athletics offers this free weekly drop-in gathering for fun and silliness to play various improvisational acting games for kids. No registration required. Community Center Table Tennis. 4-6 p.m.

Marie Arline Gowing

March 17, 1938 - July 18, 2025

Marie Arline Gowing, lovingly known as Marie to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025. Born to Lester and Genevieve (Buffington) Yearous on March 17, 1938, in Eugene, Oregon, Marie’s life was defined by her unwavering kindness and the joy she brought to those around her.

Marie’s early life in Cottage Grove was filled with the close-knit warmth of a loving family. In 1956, she graduated from Cottage Grove High School. That same year, on July 1, she married the love of her life, Marvin Gowing, in a beautiful ceremony in Cottage Grove, Oregon. Their union was one marked by deep affection and shared values, setting the foundation for the enriching life they would build together.

Professionally, Marie was a dedicated employee of the Cottage Grove Hospital, where she worked for 25 years. She retired in 1998 from her role as the food service manager, leaving behind a legacy of exemplary service and mentorship.

Marie’s creativity and love for life did not end with her professional career. She possessed a remarkable talent for the arts, with her interests deeply rooted in knitting, sewing, quilting, and crocheting. Whether it was creating intricate designs or simply mending a tear, Marie crafted each piece with love and care. Her skills at the piano brought music and joy and she could often be found enjoying a game of bingo with

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of Homestead, he related how Petersen wanted to create a draw to his establishment with a more flashy, glitzy appearance. When he remodeled his store in 1963, he not only created the sparkly sidewalks out front but the big show windows inside (now removed) had smooth floors with extra sparkle added.

The process then as now is similar. After pouring the concrete and allowing it to partially set, glass fragments are floated into the surface before the cement sets up too much to work. Light striking

friends or taking scenic car rides that showcased her appreciation for the beauty surrounding her Oregon home. For fun, Marie and her husband Marvin loved to travel. Some of their most memorable trips included Yellowstone National Park, Hawaii and Canada.

Described by those who knew her best as creative, friendly, and loving, Marie had an undeniable zest for life that drew people to her. She nurtured every relationship with affection and made an indelible impact on the hearts of those she encountered. She is survived by her daughter Kelly (Rick) Daniels of Creswell, OR; son Jeff (Celia) Gowing of Cottage Grove, OR; sister Leslie Leckband of Powers, OR; brother Martin Yearous of Reedsport, OR; 5 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband Marvin Gowing August 16, 2019 and her sister Kathryn Thompson.

Marie Arline Gowing will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her legacy of kindness, her creative spirit, and her unwavering love for her family will continue to live on.

There will be a celebration of life August 24, 1925 at 2:00 PM at Calvary Baptist Church 77873 S. 6th St., Cottage Grove, OR 97424. Arrangements are in the care of Smith-Lund-Mills Funeral Chapel and Crematorium.

incorporated into the new sidewalks if possible.

The design doesn’t include the entire sidewalk width but focuses on the curbside and intersections for the sparkle. The areas that receive the most foot traffic would degrade the sparkle and that area needs the rough broom finish for safety and durability.

the silica reflects and dances as the moving eye changes the viewing angle.

Magic Sidewalk

The result, a “magic sidewalk.” That is how it was described by one longtime resident who related how their mother took her to this section of downtown sidewalk and showed her the sparkly surface. It was their special pleasure to take in a stroll on the local yellow brick road.

When word of the coming redo of the downtown sidewalks became public, many others wondered about the fate of this glittering artifact to Cottage Grove’s golden past. When learning that this section would be replaced, enough residents expressed the desire to see the sparkles preserved at the public input sessions that the City Council directed the sparkles to be

Broadcasting the Sparkle

The product selected is called “Sparkle Grain (TM)” and is produced by Pacific Palatte Concrete Products.

In their detailed application guide “broadcasting” is the term used to describe how the operator takes a quantity of sparkle and sprinkles it by hand in a series of wrist flicks to achieve an even distribution with no clumping. Between the three applications they recommend putting the best finishers on the job of working it in.

In speaking with the Wildish crew members who have the responsibility to make our sidewalks shine, they have worked out some new wrinkles to the process. Mike describes adding a product called “Top Cast” to the cream layer (the finely textured cement-rich layer that rises to the surface). Top Cast keeps a very thin layer at the top from fully setting,

LTD

From Page 1

“While LTD would prefer to provide service to everyone, resources are limited,” Rees said. “Through the Rural Shuttle, LTD seeks to connect rural residents with the City of Cottage Grove, where they will have access to LTD’s Route 98 and our Cottage Grove Connector.”

She added that LTD is significantly expanding capacity on the Cottage Grove Connector, an on-demand service open to the public for trips that begin and end within Cottage Grove, and connect with Route 98 which serves Cottage Grove, Creswell, and Eugene/ Springfield.

Rees noted the new Rural Shuttle Pilot grant ends on June 30 2027. Since these rural services operate primarily outside of LTD’s employer payroll tax service area, the agency cannot use its general funds generated by the payroll tax to continue these services.

“LTD will explore funding options with the intent to continue serving rural Lane County, providing lifeline connections to the goods and services for rural communities,” she said.

allowing the crew to come along the next day and blast off the residue to expose the Sparkle grains. Otherwise, it would need to be sand blasted or treated with muriatic acid, neither being good clean fun!

The sparkles also remind us that in the October 1, 1913, The Sentinel reported that the gravel used to grade our muddy streets back in the day was assayed and found to contain traces of gold. This news led to local lore of streets being paved with gold and the paper speculating that the gold was “of the character that continues to grow”, predicting that one day, a few thousand years from now, the streets would be solid gold. Maybe that is a bit optimistic, but as you inspect our new sidewalks, look for the Sparkle, support our downtown merchants by making the extra effort to brave the grit and dust to shop local. While you are taking in the glitz ponder back on Herm Petersen, the magic sidewalk, and the dream of golden streets!

Dana Merryday is a Cottage Grove City Councilor. Follow the Main Street Revitalization project at cgsentinel.com and in the Wednesday print editions of The Sentinel.

RFP Reissued After Internal Review

LTD Public Information

Officer Anni Katz said the agency has a responsibility to conduct periodic public bidding for contracted services. As a recipient of state and federal funds, LTD follows strict procurement procedures to ensure an open and fair process.

She explained the decision to reissue the RFP for the Rural Shuttle Pilot.

“On June 18, Lane Transit District’s Board of Directors adopted a resolution allowing LTD’s Chief Executive Officer to enter into a contract to run a rural shuttle pilot,” Katz said. “At that meeting, CEO Jameson Auten made it clear—first, there needed to be an internal review of LTD’s standard procurement process. Since then, LTD found a part of the evaluation that wasn’t consistent with our high standards.”

Katz said LTD’s procurement team will soon post a new RFP on its e-bid platform. The RFP has not yet been released, so the award timeline remains undetermined. LTD estimates the new contract could begin as early as January 2026, though several factors could affect that timeline.

South Lane Wheels (SLW) has provided transit services in South Lane County for more than 40 years. On July 14, LTD formally notified all bidders that the original request for proposal (RFP) had been canceled according to state statues. SLW Executive Director Ruth Linoz said she believes the cancellation was made “in the best interest of the agency” to ensure fairness, transparency, and compliance with Oregon’s public contracting laws.

“The decision is great news for South Lane Wheels,” Linoz told the Sentinel. “The staff, board of directors, and the South Lane community fought hard against a decision that did not seem reasonable given the nature of the work. The contract rebid process will give our organization another chance to prove that we are the best operator of rural public transportation based upon our performance record and customercentric reputation.”

Katz noted, “We are prohibited from having a “local preference” during a procurement process. LTD values the contributions provided by local businesses and nonprofits. There are many factors we are unable to consider when awarding contracts per federal regulations. The regulations we’re obligated to follow are designed to ensure that proposals are evaluated fairly and that government funds are spent responsibly.”

For updates and more information, visit LTD’s Rural Shuttle Pilot page.

CLARIFICATION

The following is from the Lane Transit District: On July 30, the Sentinel published an article titled, “Transit Services Bidding Process Restarted.”

This was the first sentence: “A third protest by South Lane Wheels (SLW) to continue rural transit services has been successful, easing public concern about potential service reductions in Cottage Grove.” This is a misrepresentation of what SLW’s protest actually was. SLW’s bid protest was never related to proposed service levels and has no impact on whether services in South Lane change or not. No matter which proposer was/is selected to run the pilot, service is being reduced to two days per week in South Lane County. The article quotes Sally Savage as “expressing concern about the possible loss of SLW,” but her concerns are explicitly about the service reduction. Again, this will happen when the pilot launches, no matter who the contractor is. That’s the scope of work as outlined in the RFP that SLW bid for.

Technically, there were not three separate protests by SLW, but one protest with two appeals.

To reiterate, LTD’s scoring criteria is sound. The issues with the previous procurement were related to how evaluators justified their scoring, not with the scoring criteria itself.

“LTD officials emphasized that the restart was not prompted by public petitions related to the contract award, but by internal concerns regarding how evaluation criteria were applied—specifically the comparison between different types of transportation experience. The review raised questions about whether the scoring fairly distinguished public transportation operations from other service models, such as Medicaid brokerage.”

This was not something measured and is inaccurate.

The Sentinel is happy to set the record straight.

Pre-Planning

Pre-Planning

NEWS & VIEWS

SLSD seeking new board member

STAFF REPORT

Cottage Grove Sentinel

The South Lane School District has opened the application process to fill a vacant position on the district’s board of directors.

Applications are available on the South Lane District website and on its Facebook page or at the District Service Center at 455 Adams Ave.

The applicants must be submitted by 5 p.m. Aug. 27

WHAT THE SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS DO

Oregon school districts are governed by locally elected boards. In South Lane School District, there are seven board members, all of whom are volunteers and not paid for their time. Members are elected to four-year terms and must reside in the school district.

The school board is the policy-making body of the South Lane School District. It is responsible for providing an education program for students in South Lane School District. According to the South Lane School District website, the board’s responsibilities include:

• Employ and evaluate the Superintendent

• Determine the long-range direction and vision of the District

• Establish policies that direct instructional and support programs

• Approve the Annual Budget

• Call for elections on bond and other funding proposals

• Ensure that Board policies and priorities are implemented

• Communicate and engage with the community

• Advocate for education with local and state leaders

• Recognize staff and community contributions

• Approve large contracts and agreements including those with employee groups

To become a School Board member, you must first meet the eligibility requirements set by the state and district, which include being a U.S. citizen, a South Lane School

District resident, and at least 18 years old.

Interested individuals should familiarize themselves with the responsibilities of the role, including setting district policies, approving budgets, and overseeing the superintendent, according to the South Lane School District website.

Visit the Lane County Elections website for the required forms and deadlines to file for candidacy- A Special Election in May is held.

Additionally, The SLSD Board Policy provides more detailed information about the expectations for board members, and the Oregon School Boards Association offers resources and guidance to help prospective candidates understand the duties and processes involved.

Find the link to our Board Policy here: BBB Board Elections, as well as to the Oregon School Boards Association and Lane County Elections for more in-depth information.

The school board meets at the South Lane School District Office at 455 Adams Avenue in Cottage Grove.

BACKGROUND

At its July 28 meeting the South Lane School District board of directors accepted the resignation of Duane Taddei and declare a board vacancy for Position 3

In a statement to the Sentinel, Taddei said unexpected changes in his work schedule now make it difficult to fulfill all of his duties as a board member.

There is a four-phase process to fill a board vacancy.

• Phase 1 (July 28) Accept the resignation and announce a board opening.

• Phase 2 (July 29) Create and post Position 3 vacancy and with an Aug. 27 application deadline.

• Phase 3 (Aug 27-Sept 4) Board reviews applications.

• Phase 4 (Sept. 8) Interview and appoint. For more information, call Tonya at 541-942-3381

EDITORIAL CARTOON

Memories of my time at The Sentinel

RUSS MCGUIRE Sentinel Guest Column

I enjoyed reading the history of The Sentinel in the Bohemia Nugget insert last month.

It brought back teenage memories of my employment there in the late 1950s and early 1960s. At that time the Sentinel required additional help during the printing phase of the paper on Wednesdays. My brother and cousin already worked there and probably put in a good word for me. I was 16 when I got a call from the newspaper manager who asked me if I would be willing to “help get the paper out every Wednesday.” I didn’t ask what they would pay me for helping, I just knew it was a job that would help me

apply for other work at some future time.

The job paid me $1 25/ hour, and I reported to the Sentinel office on Wednesdays around 4 p.m. I started out “stuffing” papers. I placed the second run paper (inside section) into the first run paper section. There were usually two “stuffers” working and we needed to be fast. It took only 1 1/2 seconds per “stuff” to keep up with the press.

Between press runs for each section I was required to “wash the beds”. This required using a solvent solution to help remove all material from the press beds prior to placing the new type into the press for the second run. The ‘type’ was the text, graphics, and pictures. It was made from lead that was

created in a linotype machine and placed in large trays.

The linotype machines used lead ‘pigs’ made from the old type, which was melted down to make new ‘pigs’. Propane was used to heat the lead to its melting point and then poured into molds that were approximately two inches in diameter and 16-inches long. It could get pretty hot in the “pig room” during the summer months.

After ‘stuffing’ th e paper, some had to be run through the addressograph machine that added the name and address of each subscriber to the front page. At that time, there were several thousand subscribers, and we would finish the process around 9 p.m.

After completing the paper processing, we had to distribute the papers to the post office and to many businesses around Cottage Grove. (The Sentinel didn’t have a delivery vehicle, so we had to use our own private cars and didn’t get reimbursed for the gas used.) We would complete the distribution around 11 p.m. The Sentinel at that time was owned by Mr. Martin and employed around eight people, not including the Wednesday printing crew. The work ethics required for this job became invaluable during my working life: “If you want to progress up any business ladder you had better work your tush off.” Russ McGuire is a longtime Cottage Grove resident.

CGS25-168 NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that Jonathan Alloway has been appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of NORMAN DEAN BARKER, deceased, Lane County Circuit Court Case No. 25PB05477. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them within four months from the date of the first publication of this Notice to the Personal Representative at Willamette NW Law Firm, LLC, 735 W. 7th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402 or they may be barred. Any person whose rights may be affected by these proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, the Personal Representative or from the Personal Representative’s attorney. DATED and published: 08/13/25. /s/ Jonathan Alloway, Personal Representative

CGS25-166 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR LANE COUNTY Case No. 23CV43447 NOTICE OF RECEIVERSHIP JACQUELINE FOSBACK, Personal Representative of the ESTATE OF HOWARD

WILLIAM LEAR, V. Plaintiff, JASON LEAR, an individual; NXNW PROPERTIES LLC, an Oregon Limited Liability Company; and JACKPOT HOLDINGS LLC, an Oregon Limited Liability Company; CANOPY INVESTMENTS LLC, an Oregon Limited Liability Company; CAVALIER VENTURES, LLC, an Oregon Limited Liability Company; CIVIC FORM LLC, an Oregon Limited Liability Company; CLEAR BLUE PR0PERTTES LLC, an Oregon Limited Liability Company; ERIC SMITH LLC, an Oregon Limited Liability Company; HIGHROAD INVESTMEN’l’ LLC, an Oregon Limited Liability Company; HILYARD RETAIL GROUP LLC, an Oregon Limited Liability Company; JACKPOT LAND HOLDINGS, LLC, an Oregon Limited Liability Company; FRIENDLY PARK LLC, an Oregon Limited Liability Company; and NEST WEST PROPERTY LLC, an Oregon Limited Liability Company, Defendants. TO: All Creditors of JASON LEAR; NXNW PROPERTIES LLC; JACKPOT HOLDINGS LLC; CANOPY INVESTMENTS LLC; CAVALIER VENTURES, LLC; CIVIC FORM LLC; CLEAR BLUE PROPERTIES LLC; ERIC SMITH LLC; HIGHROAD INVESTMENT LLC; HILYARD RETAIL GROUP LLC; .JACKPOT LAND HOLDINGS, LLC; FRIENDLY PARK LLC; and NEST WEST PROPERTY LLC (collectively the “Defendants”) and other interested parties.

5NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that on May l, 2025, the Circuit Court of the State of Oregon for Lane County in the above captioned case entered an Order Appointing Receiver (“Order”) wherein it appointed High Plateau Asset Management LLC as receiver of the “Estate Property” as that term is defined in the Order. This Notice is provided pursuant to ORS 37 330. The Order appoints High Plateau

Asset Management LLC as receiver (the “Receiver”) over all assets defined therein as real properties and the rents and profits therefrom (collectively the “Estate Property”) as that term is defined in the Order, to serve until further order of the Court for the purposes described in the Order, including, but not limited to, taking control of the Estate Property with the power and authority to preserve, protect, and liquidate those assets and distribute proceeds to the party or parties legally entitled thereto. A. Notice of Automatic Stay and Restraining Order. The entry of the Order imposes an automatic stay against most collection activities. This means that creditors generally may not take actions to collect debts from the Defendants or their property, or attempt to exercise control of assets defined as Estate Property. For example, while the stay is in effect, creditors cannot sue, garnish wages, assert a deficiency, repossess property, or otherwise try to collect from Defendants or from assets defined as Estate Property. Creditors who violate the stay may be required to pay actual damages, costs, and reasonable attorney fees incurred as a result of the violation. The terms of the Order also enjoin and restrain the Defendants, all creditors, and other interested parties from interfering in any way with the Receiver’s custody and control of the assets defined as Estate Property, or taking any actions that would damage, dissipate, impair, or prejudice the administration and preservation of the assets defined as Estate Property. B. Do Not File Claims at This Time. The Receiver has not yet made a determination as to whether or not funds will be available for unsecured creditors after payment of the fees and costs of the receivership and amounts owed to secured creditors. Therefore, unsecured creditors do not need to file a claim unless and until you receive further notice to do so. No claims may be submitted until a claims process is first established by the Receiver. If the Receiver later determines that there will be assets available to pay unsecured claims, then unsecured creditors will receive further notice of a claims filing deadline and instructions how to file a claim at that time. C. The Name and Last Known Address of the Owners/Defendants are as Follows: Jason Lear 2852 Willamette Street #215 Eugene, OR 97405 Clear Blue Properties LLC 2852 Willamette Street #215 Eugene, OR 97405 NXNW Properties LLC 2852 Willamette Street #215 Eugene, OR 97405 Highroad Investments LLC 2852 Willamette Street #215 Eugene, OR 97405 Jackpot Holdings, LLC 2852 Willamette Street #215 Eugene, OR 97405 Jackpot Land Holdings, LLC 2852 Willamette Street #215 Eugene, OR 97405 Canopy Investments LLC 2852 Willamette Street #215 Eugene, OR 97405 Friendly Park LLC 2852 Willamette Street #215 Eugene, OR 97405 Cavalier Ventures, LLC 2852 Willamette Street #215 Eugene, OR 97405 Nest West Property LLC 82852 Willamette Street #215 Eugene, OR 97405 Civic Form LLC 2852 Willamette Street

PUBLIC NOTICES

#215 Eugene, OR 97405

Eric Smith LLC 2852

Willamette Street #215 Eugene, OR 97405 Hilyard Retail Group LLC 2852

Willamette Street #215 Eugene, OR 97405 D. The Name and Address of the Receiver is: High Plateau Asset Management LLC Attn: Gene Buccola 333 SW Upper Terrace Drive Bend, OR 97702 Email: bcopeland@arnoldgallagher.com The Name and Address of the Receiver’s Attorney is: Bradley S. Copeland Arnold Gallagher P.C. 800 Willamette Street, Suite 800 Eugene, OR 9740 l Email: bcopeland@ arnoldgallagher.com E. Procedures for Notifying Receiver for Notice Recipients Represented by Counsel. If you are a creditor or interested party who is represented by counsel, you must notify the Receiver and the Receiver’s attorney of such representation and provide contact information for your counsel. Such notification may be sent to the Receiver and the Receiver’s attorney by first class mail and/or by email using the contact information and addresses shown above in Section D. F. Parties Requesting Special Notice. If you desire further information regarding the receivership, or wish to receive special notice of actions taken or proposed in the receivership pursuant to ORS 37 330(l)(h), you must provide your name, contact information and the post office and email addresses of the creditor/ interested party and attorney (if any) to the office of the Receiver’s Attorney as follows: Bradley S. Copeland Arnold Gallagher P.C. 800 Willamette Street, Suite 800 Eugene, OR 97401 Email: bcopelan@ arnoldgallagher.com Please note, you may not receive notice of further proceedings unless you specifically request to be placed on the special notice list. Dated this 21st day ofJuly, 2025

ARNOLD GALLAGHER

P C Bradley S. Copeland, OSB No. 871964 Attorney for Receiver

CGS25-165 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR LANE COUNTY THE HUNTINGTON NATIONAL BANK, a Case No. 25CV04556 national bank, Plaintiff, V. TROY CURTIS

HOLDINGS, LLC, an Oregon limited liability company, and HEATHER CURTIS HOLDINGS, LLC, an Oregon limited liability company, Defendants. NOTICE OF RECEIVERSHIP TO: All Creditors of TROY CURTIS HOLDINGS, LLC and HEATHER CURTIS HOLDINGS, LLC (collectively the “Defendants”) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN on February 18, 2025, the Circuit Court of the State of Oregon for Lane County in the above captioned case entered an Order Granting Motion for Appointment of Receiver (“Order”) appointing High Plateau Asset Management LLC as receiver of the “Estate Property” of the “Receivership Estate” as those terms are defined in the Order. The Order appoints High Plateau Asset Management LLC as receiver (the “Receiver”) over all assets of the Receivership Estate, as that term is defined in the Order, to serve until further order of the Court for the purposes described in the

Order, including, but not limited to, takingcontrol of the Receivership Estate with the power and authority to preserve, protect, and liquidate those assets and distribute proceeds to the party or parties legally entitled thereto. A. Notice of Automatic Stay and Restraining Order. The entry of the Order imposes an automatic stay against most collection activities. This means that creditors generally may not take actions to collect debts from the Defendants or their property, or attempt to exercise control over assets of the Receivership Estate. For example, while the stay is in effect, creditors cannot sue, garnish wages, assert a deficiency, repossess property, or otherwise try to collect from Defendants or from assets of the Receivership Estate. Creditors who violate the stay may be required to pay actual damages, costs, and reasonable attorney fees incurred as a result of the violation. The terms of the Order also enjoin and restrain the Defendants, all creditors, and other interested parties from interfering in any way with the Receiver’s custody and control of the Receivership Estate, or taking any actions that would damage, dissipate, impair, or prejudice the administration and preservation of the assets of the Receivership Estate.

B. Do Not File Claims at This Time. The Receiver has not yet made a determination as to whether or not funds will be available for junior lienholders or unsecured creditors after payment of the fees and costs of the receivership and amounts owed to first priority secured creditors. Therefore, said creditors do not need to file a claim unless and until you receive further notice to do so. No claims may be submitted until a claims process is first established by the Receiver. If the Receiver later determines that there will be assets available to pay junior lienholders or unsecured creditors, then said creditors will receive further notice of a claims filing deadline and instructions how to file a claim at that time. C. The Name and Last Known Address of the Owners/Defendants are as Follows: Troy Curtis Holdings, LLC Attn: Troy Curtis 727 S 72nd Street Springfield, OR 97478

Heather Curtis Holdings, LLC Attn: Heather Curtis 727 S 72nd Street Springfield, OR 97478

The Name and Address of the Receiver is: High Plateau Asset Management LLC Attn: Gene Buccola 333 SW Upper Terrace Drive Bend, OR 97702

Email: gene.buccola@ highplateaucapital.com

The Name and Address of the Receiver’s Attorney is: Bradley S. Copeland Arnold Gallagher P.C. 800 Willamette Street, Suite 800 Eugene, OR 97401 Email: bcopeland@arnolclgallagher.corn Procedures for Notifying Receiver for Notice Recipients Represented by Counsel. If you are a creditor or interested party who is represented by counsel, you must notify the Receiver and the Receiver’s attorney of such representation and provide contact information for your counsel. Such notification may be sent to the Receiver and the Receiver’s attorney by first class mail and/or by email using the contact information and addresses shown above in Section D. F. Parties Requesting Special Notice. If you desire further information regarding the receivership, or wish to receive special notice of actions taken or proposed in the receivership you must provide your name, contact information and the post office and email addresses of the creditor/interested party and attorney (if any) to the office of the Receiver’s Attorney as follows:

Bradley S. Copeland

Arnold Gallagher P.C. 800 Willamette Street, Suite 800 Eugene, OR 97401 Email: bcopeland@ arnolfgallagher.com

Please note, you may not receive notice of further proceedings unless you specifically request to be placed on the special notice list. Dated this 18th day of July, 2025 ARNOLD GALLAGHER P.C. s/Bradley S. Copeland Bradley S. Copeland, OSB No. 871964 Attorney for Receiver

CGS25-159 TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE TS NO.: 25-73696 Reference is made to that certain Deed of Trust (hereinafter referred as the Trust Deed) made by FREDDIE E. LINKHART AND JANICE R. LINKHART, HUSBAND AND WIFE as Grantor to FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE INS CO., as trustee, in favor of WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., as Beneficiary, dated 1/19/2007, recorded 1/23/2007, as Instrument No. 2007-005060, in mortgage records of Lane County, Oregon covering the following described real property situated in said County and State, to-wit: LOT 16, BLOCK 6, SIUSLAW VILLAGE, AS PLATTED AND RECORDED IN BOOK 69, PAGE 37, LANE COUNTY OREGON PLAT RECORDS, IN LANE COUNTY, OREGON. 1979 SKYLINE HILLCREST SER1AL#O291O22OM

The street address or other common designation, if any for the real property described above is purported to be: 520 SKOOKUM COURT FLORENCE, OREGON 97439 The Tax Assessor’s Account ID for the Real Property is purported to be: 18-12-22-21-08700 1 1130739 Both the beneficiary and the trustee, ZBS Law, LLP have elected to foreclose the above referenced Trust Deed and sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by the Trust Deed and a Notice of Default and Election to Sell has been recorded pursuant to ORS 86 752(3). All right, title, and interest in the said described property which the grantors had, or had power to convey, at the time of execution of the Trust Deed, together with any interest the grantors or their successors in interest acquired after execution of the Trust Deed shall be sold at public auction to the highest bidder for cash to satisfy the obligations secured by the Trust Deed and the expenses of sale, including the compensation of the trustee as provided by law, and the reasonable fees of trustee’s attorneys. The default for which the foreclosure is made is:

The monthly installment of principal and interest which became due on 1 1/1/2024, late charges, and all subsequent monthly installments of principal and interest. You are responsible to pay all payments and charges due under the terms and conditions of the loan documents which come due subsequent to the date of this notice, including, but not limited to, foreclosure trustee fees and costs, advances and late charges. Furthermore, as a condition to bring your account in good standing, you must provide the undersigned with written proof that you are not in default on any senior encumbrance and provide proof of insurance. Nothing in this notice should be construed as a waiver of any fees owing to the beneficiary under the deed of trust, pursuant to the terms and provisions of the loan documents. The amount required to cure the default in payments to date is calculated as follows: From:

11/1/2024 Total of past due payments: $6,620 79 Additional charges (Taxes, Insurance, Corporate Advances, Other Fees): $1 620 18 Trustee’s Fees and Costs: $1,846 50 Total necessary to cure: $10 087 47 Please note the amounts stated herein are subject to confirmation and review and are likely to change during the next 30 days. Please contact the successor trustee ZBS Law, LLP, to obtain a “reinstatement’ and or “payoff’ quote prior to remitting funds. By reason of said default the beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by the Trust Deed due and payable. The amount required to discharge this lien in its entirety to date is: $138 020 10 Said sale shall be held at the hour of 1 1:00 AM on 1 1/7/2025 in accord with the standard of time established by ORS 187 1 10, and pursuant to ORS 86 771(7) shall occur at the following designated place: At the front entrance of the Courthouse, 125 East 8th Ave., Eugene, OR 97401 Other than as shown of record, neither the said beneficiary nor the said trustee have any actual notice of any person having or claiming to have any lien upon or interest in the real property hereinabove described subsequent to the interest of the trustee in the Trust Deed, or of any successor(s) in interest to the grantors or of any lessee or other person in possession of or occupying the property, except: NONE Notice is further given that any person named in ORS 86 778 has the right, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale, to have this foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the Trust Deed reinstated by payment to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred) and by curing any other default complained of herein that is capable of being cured by tendering the performance required under the obligation(s) of the Trust Deed, and in addition to paying said sums or tendering the performance necessary to cure the default, by paying all costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation and Trust Deed, together with the trustee’s and attorney’s fees not exceeding the amounts provided by ORS 86 778 The mailing address of the trustee is: ZBS Law, LLP 5 Centerpointe Dr., Suite 400 Lake Oswego, OR 97035 (503) 946-6558 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” include their respective successors in interest, if any. 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.

Dated: 6/26/2025 ZBS Law, LLP Dirk Schouten, OSB#1 15153 ZBS Law, LLP Authorized to sign on behalf of the trustee A-4847405 08/06/2025, 08/13/2025, 08/20/2025 08/27/2025

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in the Reception Hall at the Cottage Grove Community Center, 700 E. Gibbs Avenue. Tables, paddles, and balls provided. Great way to meet new people who share your passion for ping pong! For more information, call 541-942-1185

Coast Fork Public Market “High Vibe Gathering” and Bread Club. 5-7 p.m. 926 E. Main St. in Cottage Grove. These weekly gatherings began in February as an opportunity for like-minded people to connect and create in a positive atmosphere.

Bring a chair and meet in the market’s back patio. For more information contact Ananda Reeves at 541-285-7329 or visit the High Vibe Gathering Facebook page. Go Book Workshop. 5-7 p.m. Seventh-day Adventist Church, 820 S.10th St. in Cottage Grove. Life paperwork and more. A Go Book is a notebook that prepares your life for the “What Ifs” and for those who follow. $5 for dinner and workshop. $15 for dinner, class and Go Book Starter Kit. To register and order the book, call Tawny at 541-401-2521

Celebrate Recovery.

6 p.m. Calvary Chapel, 1447 Highway 99 in Cottage Grove. This is a Christian-based recovery

COTTAGE GROVE:

COTTAGE GROVE FAITH CENTER

33761 Row River Rd.

541-942-4851

Lead Pastor: Kevin Pruett

www.cg4.tv Full Childrenʼs Ministry available Services: 10:00am

DELIGHT VALLEY

Church of Christ 33087 Saginaw Rd. East

541-942-7711 • Pastor: Bob Friend

Two Services: 9am - Classic in the Chapel 10:30am - Contemporary in the Auditorium

LIVING FAITH ASSEMBLY

467 S. 10th St. • 541-942-2612

Worship Services Sundays: 9a & 11a Youth Worship Sundays: 11a (all ages welcome) Mondays: 5:30p (6th-12th grades)

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP AND ST. PHILIP BENIZI CATHOLIC CHURCHES

1025. N. 19th St.

541-942-3420

Father John J. Boyle

Holy Mass: Saturday Vigil – 5:30 pm Sunday – 10:30 am For weekday and Holy Day of Obligation schedule see website OLPHCG.net

Confession: 4 PM to 5 PM Saturdays or by appointment St. Philip Benizi, Creswell 552 Holbrook Lane Sunday 8 am

program for any hurt, habit, or hang up that is based on 8 Principles and 12 Steps. A light dinner is served at 6:15 p.m. and the large group begins at 7. For more details, call 541-554-8135

Cottage Theatre Play. The Tempest, Thursday, 7:30 p.m. 700 Village Drive in Cottage Grove. Ticket details at: www. cottagetheatre.org Cost: Adults, $29. Youth (18 and younger) $15. Plot: Classic shipwreck saga, filled with stormy seas, magic, and malice - and a bit of romance.

AUGUST 15

92nd Annual Western Oregon Exposition (W.O.E.). 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Fairgrounds, 2000 N. Douglas Ave. A beloved summer tradition in The

ST. ANDREWS EPISCOPAL CHURCH

1301 W. Main • 541-767-9050

Rev. Lawrence Crumb

“Scripture, Tradition, Reason”

Worship: Sunday 10:30am All Welcome

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH

820 South 10th Street

541-942-5213

Pastor: James D. Boram

Bible Study: Saturday, 9:15 am

Worship Service: Saturday, 10:40

Mid-week Service: Wednesday, 1:00

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH

6th and Quincy 541-942-2373

Vacancy Pastor: Steven Spencer

Sunday School and Adult

Education 9:15 a.m.

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Comm. Kitchen Free Meal

Tuesday 5:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. TLC Groups tlccg.com

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

334 Washington 541-942-3033 Worship 10am umcgrove.org

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CRESWELL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

75 S 4th S • 541-895-3419

Rev. Seth Wheeler Adult Sunday School 9:15am Sunday Worship Service 10:30 am website www.creswellpres.org

WALKER UNION CHURCH & CEMETERY

10 a.m.

32904 England Rd, Creswell, OR (541) 649-1800 Pastor: Randy Wood Sunday Service at 11:00 AM Everyone is welcome! Follow us on our Facebook page: WalkerChurchOregon

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Grove since 1932. The three-day family-friendly event features live music, kid games, a logging show, livestock barns, and local vendors. Visitors are encouraged to bring nonperishable food donations to support Community Sharing. For event details and directions, visit www. westernoregonexpo.com. Vendors and volunteers wanted for information call 541-942-6150

Story Time. 11:30 a.m. Cottage Grove Public Library, 700 E. Gibbs Ave. Great opportunity to expose youth to the wonder of reading and storytelling.

Bohemia Gold Mining Museum. Open from 1-4 p.m. Red Barn across from Bohemia Park. Volunteers guide visitors on a tour of local mining history with displays, artifacts, maps and gifts.

FREE Family Movie. 3 p.m. Cottage Grove Public Library, 700 E. Gibbs Ave. Air Bud [1997/G/1h 38m] Plot: When young Josh Framm (Kevin Zegers) moves to a new town, he discovers a stray golden retriever with an uncanny talent for basketball. As Josh struggles to fit in, the dog—nicknamed Buddy—helps him find friendship, courage, and a place on the school team. A heartwarming tale of teamwork, trust, and tail-wagging triumph.

Elks Lodge Friday Night Dinner. 5-6:30 p.m. CG Elks Lodge, 775 N. River Road in Cottage Grove. Menu: Steak (cooked to order), baked potato, green beans, salad and ice cream. Cost: $12/person. Details at 541-942-3554

Saginaw Vineyard Friday Night Live. Friday, 6-9 p.m. 80247 Delight Valley School Road in Saginaw. Call 541-9421364, or visit www. saginawvineyard.com for performer information. Cottage Theatre Play. The Tempest. 7:30 p.m. 700 Village Dr.ive in Cottage Grove. Ticket

L“The rates of substance abuse among our youth is unacceptable,” Kotek said at the event. “We need to focus on prevention.”

According to an Oregon Health Authority report, 5 77% of Oregon aged 12 to

Info: www.cottagetheatre. org Box Office Hours: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For details, call 541-942-8001

AUGUST 16

South Valley Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Cottage Grove’s Historical Downtown District at 7th and Main Streets. Buy goods directly from local farmers, food producers and artisans. Discover a wide variety of locallygrown produce, pastureraised meat and eggs, plants, honey, cut flowers, nuts mushrooms, freshpressed cider, jams, jellies, pickles & baked goods. Vendors offer high quality handcrafts, soaps, wine, poetry, art and jewelry. “Sprouts at the Market” program offers bilingual story and activities for children. Kids who participate receive a $10 Market Money voucher to spend. Double-Up Food Bucks for SNAP shoppers is matched up to $20

Live music featured from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 92nd Annual Western Oregon Exposition (W.O.E.). A beloved summer tradition in The Grove since 1932. The three-day family-friendly event features live music, kid games, a logging show, livestock barns, and local vendors. Visitors are encouraged to bring nonperishable food donations to support Community Sharing. For event details and directions, visit www. westernoregonexpo.com.

Vendors and volunteers wanted for information call 541-942-6150

Cottage Grove Museum. Open from 1-4 p.m. Corner of H Street and Birch Ave. in Cottage Grove. Volunteers available to take visitors into Cottage Grove’s unique and colorful past. Bohemia Gold Mining Museum. Open from 1-4 p.m. Red Barn across from Bohemia Park.

Volunteers guide visitors on a tour of local mining history with displays, artifacts, maps and gifts

17 had a documented substance use disorder — higher than the national average of 4 08%.

Shelly Turner, a certified peer support specialist at the National Alliance on Mental Illness in Aloha, said she’s grateful the state is focusing on reducing substance abuse among youth.

Like some of the people she serves, Turner has been hospitalized dozens of times since age 15 for her own mental health issues, including bipolar disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, anxiety and depression.

Turner said she’s most excited about House Bill 2005, which broadens the path to therapy treatment for individuals with serious mental illness who often end up in an emergency room or jail.

“Just knowing that they’re lowering the barriers for people and not giving them to the justice system and giving them more treatment options, whether it’s substance or mental health — I think it’s really important that we focus on that,” she told the Capital Chronicle.

Despite federal cuts, Kotek remains focused on health care access

In the face of federal funding cuts, Kotek said her goal remains to build capacity and improve health care access.

“The federal budget cuts will make that a challenging environment,” she told the Capital Chronicle, noting that if more people lose their Medicaid coverage because of newly imposed work requirements then they’ll be less likely to get care.

Cottage Theatre Play: The Tempest. 7:30 p.m.

700 Village Drive in Cottage Grove. For more details, call 541-942-8001

AUGUST 17

92nd Annual Western Oregon Exposition (W.O.E.) 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Fairgrounds, 2000 N. Douglas Ave. For event details and directions, visit www.westernoregonexpo.com. or call 541-942-6150

Cottage Grove Museum Open. Open from 1-4 p.m. Corner of H Street and Birch Avenue in Cottage Grove. Cottage Theatre Play: The Tempest. 2:30 p.m. 700 Village Drive in Cottage Grove. Ticket details at www.cottagetheatre.org or call 541-942-8001

AUGUST 19

Ukulele Club. 9 a.m.

Cottage Grove Public Library, 700 E. Gibbs Ave.Meets every Tuesday morning to play songs together. Join and learn, no experience required. Ukuleles available to check out.

Trinity Lutheran Church Free Community Dinner. 5:15-6:15 p.m. 7th and Quincy Avenue in Cottage Grove.Take-out Only.

AUGUST 20

Summer Reading Program Wrap-Up Party. 2:30 p.m. Cottage Grove Public Library, 700 E. Gibbs Avenue. Celebration includes awards ceremony and refreshments.

Chamber Concerts in the Park. 6:30- 8 p.m. Bohemia Park Amphitheatre in Cottage Grove. Performer: Fox Hollow Boys (classic rock) South Valley Athletics provides kid activities. Check out “The Market” vendors from 5:30-8 p.m.

Cottage Grove Speedway. Gates open at 4:30 p.m. Qualifying at 5 p.m. Racing at 6:30 p.m. 2150 N. Douglas Avenue in Cottage Grove. Call 541-942-7561for details.

“I am worried that we will see people not getting the care they need, and that will also affect the ability of providers to stay open,” she said. “Because if they are expecting a certain number of people to be using their services — but if more people are uninsured — they can’t get to providers.”

Calling the bills the biggest legislative wins for behavioral health in Oregon, Kotek celebrated bipartisan support.

“We were able to maintain a lot of the existing services,” she said. “These are bipartisan pieces of legislation. We heard in the session – from Democrats, Republicans and independent voters — they want access to care for their communities, for their loved ones, and they want us to do things more effectively and efficiently.” Kotek said no single law will solve the state’s behavioral health challenges.

“We have to do all these things together,” she said. “They’re complementary, and this is a set of bills that will help us make progress. And the work isn’t done.” https://oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2025/08/06/ oregon-governor-signs-seriesof-laws-to-strengthen-behavioral-health-system/

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