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Art exhibit explores “Pros & Cons of Living with a Star” solar activity in astronomy and the impact on biological cycles, to the facilitation of chemical A new gallery exhibit at reactions, involvement in geologic Southwestern Oregon Community processes, weather patterns and College is blending science even space propulsion. and art, with local students The “Pros & Cons of Living contemplating the “Pros & Cons with a Star” art exhibit at of Living with a Star.” SWOCC is a good example of Those who view the exhibits STEAM education methods in will enjoy a wide range of artistic action, Hopper Meyers said. views on our closest stellar STEAM Education is an companion, said Krystal Hopper approach to learning that Meyers, STEAM Pathways uses Science, Technology, Assistant. Engineering, the Arts and The Sun impacts lives across Mathematics as access points for all fields and at all levels, she guiding student inquiry, dialogue, said. and critical thinking. Science faculty at SWOCC “Every student learns encouraged students to investigate differently,” the STEAM the many impacts the Sun has on Pathways assistant explained. aspects of our academic and nonacademic life – from eclipses and BY BREE LAUGHLIN The World
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South Coast Equity Coalition hosts Ballot snapshot for diversity conference at the Mill Casino Coos County
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The South Coast Equity Coalition is working to empower voices and create change in the community. As part of that mission, they are hosting the fourth annual South Coast Diversity Conference from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 10 and April 11, in partnership with the Diversity Conference Committee. The one-day conference offers the same content on two different days, giving participants the opportunity to choose which day works best for them. The conference focuses on the theme, ‘Empowering Voices, Creating Change’ and features several speakers and panel discussions throughout the day.
The May Primary for Oregon is quickly approaching in what is shaping up to be a divisive and contentious election cycle. In order to cut through the rhetoric and over-promising ever present in any election, here are the basics that you need to know for your Coos County primary election.
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Physics & Astronomy Lecture Series
Expecting the Unexpected: Astro-Serendipity in the Cascadia Meteorite Lab
Southwestern Oregon Community College is excited to present a lecture by Dr. Alex Ruzicka, Director of the Cascadia Meteorite Laboratory and Professor of Geology at Portland State University, who will discuss
the Cascadia Meteorite Laboratory. Please join us on Thursday April 25, 2024, at 6:00 pm. This is a free event; all ages are welcome. Coos County residents can join us in-person in the Umpqua Hall lecture room
184 on the Coos Campus, 1988 Newmark Ave., Coos Bay. Curry County residents can join us for a watch party in the Community Room on the Curry Campus, 96082 Lone Ranch Parkway, Brookings.
About the lecture: The Cascadia Meteorite Laboratory (CML) at Portland State University started in 2003 and now hosts one of the largest public collections of meteorites Please see SWOCC Page 8
Ballots In Oregon, no voter will see all the candidates on their ballot. Instead, the spring primary is set up to allow major political parties to nominate contenders for the General Election ballot, where pivotal positions like the presidency are decided. To cast a vote in a major party’s nominations, individuals must be registered with that party at least 21 days before the election date, slated for April 30, 2024. This deadline also applies to new voter registrations for those who hope to partake in the May Primary Election. Those aligned with minor parties, or unaffiliated voters, will exclusively receive ballots for nonpartisan races. Come May 2, 2024, all active registered voters in Coos County will receive their ballots via mail. For those who haven’t received their ballots by May 9th, the Elections Office can be reached at (541) 396-7610 or via email at elections@ co.coos.or.us. Additionally, voters can monitor the status of their ballots online approximately 45 days before the election at www. oregonvotes.gov/myvote. Local Measures Measure 6-213 – Public Safety Levy This measure is to institute a local property levy of $0.98/$1,000 of assessed property value for 5 years, or until the levy is fully funded. Funds raised will go toward expanding the capacity of the Coos County jail and supporting the District Attorney’s office with their backlog of cases. Measure 6-211 – Advisory Question for Coos Bay Library According to the city, the
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