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Master Plan Committee Set to Shape Airport’s Future The Coos County Airport District has approved the creation of a multi-member Project Advisory Committee (PAC) to guide the development of a long-range Master Plan for the Southwest Oregon Regional Airport. The district is now seeking applications from the Airport Heights Community for the committee. The plan will provide a strategic roadmap for the airport’s growth and operations over the next decade. Addura has been contracted to lead the development process. The current Master Plan, developed in 2013, is available on the Coos County Airport District’s website. “This committee ensures that the voices of our community, aviation partners, and regional industries are reflected in shaping the airport’s future,” said Executive Director Rodger Craddock. “The Southwest Oregon Regional Airport is a vital transportation and economic hub, and this plan will help us continue to serve the South Coast for years to come.” An application form is available on the district’s website (http://bit.ly/48aa8jA) or at the district offices located at 1100 Airport Lane, North Bend, OR 97459. You can also request a copy by emailing info@flyoth. com. Applications are due by 4:00 p.m. on October 15, 2025. The Coos County Airport Board of Commissioners approved the PAC members on September 25, 2025. The panel represents a broad range of stakeholders, including a member of the Airport Heights community. It will also have representation from the board, Coos Aviation, TSA, US Coast Guard, the City of North
Bend, the Visitor and Convention Bureau, the South Coast Development Council, and a business representative from Bandon Dunes Golf Resort. Members will serve January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2027. Meetings will be posted on the Coos County Airport District’s website and are open to the public. For more information, contact the Coos County Airport District Southwest Oregon Regional Airport at (541) 7568531.
Bandon Veteran Receives Recognition from Quilts of Valor On Wednesday, September 24, 2025, Air Force Sergeant Alan D. Minshall and his wife Kathleen hosted a “Quilts of Valor” ceremonial presentation in their Bandon residence in honor of Alan’s service to our nation. Sgt. Minshall served a tour of duty in Thailand from 1972-1976 during the Vietnam conflict as an Imagery Interpreter in the 14th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron. He also earned a National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, and was Honorably Discharged. Minshall was nominated by his close friend, Scott Mignery, to receive a handmade “American themed” Patchwork quilt made by several women volunteers. The national organization “Quilts of Valor” (www.QOVF.org) mission is to cover Service Members and Veterans touched by war with comforting and healing “Quilts of Valor”. Bobbie Sanford is the regional director for the State of Oregon and has an associated group known as the “Pieceful Posse”. Uniquely, volunteers arrange to meet with Veterans at a location of their choice to receive their quilt and actively participate in the presentation and fanfare. Marine Sgt. Jerry Morgan and his wife Nancy served as sponsors. After the Pledge of Allegiance, Sgt. Morgan, provided the background story of the organization “Quilts of Valor” and recognized the dedicated women nationwide whose efforts made and continue to make these “comfort quilts” for Veterans who have suffered long after the war is over. The ceremony was followed by refreshments and conversation. Those attending were visibly moved by the ceremony. The Minshalls expressed their sincere appreciation to the Quilts of Valor Foundation, Sgt. Morgan and his wife, Nancy, and the treasure of a quilt that will be a comfort in years to come. FIND US ONLINE: TheWorldLink.com
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