Letters to the Editor
Port restricting fireworks use

In and Around Bandon
Magic show to benefit fireworks

Arts and Entertainment
‘BIG’ art show opens Friday

Eye on the Arts by Victoria Tierney
There are two exciting arts events happening this weekend in Bandon.

Farmers Market celebrating its 10th year
The Bandon Little Farmers Market is celebrating its 10th year. The market will open for the summer season on Saturday, July 11.

Coos County Master Gardeners donate to community gardens
The Coos County Master Gardeners Association recently gave three individual $500 donations to local community gardens under construction located in Bandon, Coquille and Powers.

Garrett honored with UO award
Emmalyn Garrett, a senior at the University of Oregon, has received the Centurion Award.

Engagement: Ashley McMahon and Brandon Newell
Ashley McMahon and Brandon Newell of Tigard have announced their engagement. The couple will be married Aug. 22 in Tigard.

In My View by Mary Schamehorn
Old Town arches look great

Girl raising money for student exchange program
Bandon High School junior Jennifer Miles has always wanted to travel the world. This September, her first journey will begin when she leaves her hometown to become an exchange student in Italy until June 2010.

Bandon High School honor roll announced
Bandon High School Principal Gaye Knapp has released the names of its honor roll students for the second semester of the school year 2008-09.

Art classes at the Wilderland School
The Wilderland School in Langlois, a Montessori-based private school, will offer July Arts and Exploration activities for children ages 5 to 13. The two-weeks of activities will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday, from July 6 to 17. Cost is $250 for the 10 days, but drop-ins also are welcome at $6 per hour.

Free lunches for children at School District cafeteria
The Bandon School District is offering free lunches to all children through Tuesday, Aug. 7.