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SIUSLAW NEWS | SATURDAY, JUNE 2, 2018 | 7A Siuslaw River since 2015. “The last three years have brought us many successes and some struggles, and through it all we’ve experienced them to- gether as a family — whether that be as a sector, as a com- munity or as a unit,” Tregoning said. Mullen highlighted some of the station’s accomplishments in that time. “Over the last three years as a station, you have complet- ed over 550 law enforcement COMMAND from page 1A He talked about Station Siu- slaw River and its performance in recent reviews and inspec- tions. “You knocked it out of the park. Absolutely impressive,” Mullen said. “You perform not only to standard, but to the highest standard. … A job well done.” Tregoning and his wife Amy, along with children Jon and Berkley, have served at Station boardings, 85 search and res- cue cases and were responsi- ble for saving and assisting an impressive 129 lives and over $5.5 million worth of proper- ty. There are people walking around Florence today talking and enjoying the Oregon coast because your willingness and professionalism to go out and answer the call,” he said. These actions happened due to the team at Station Siuslaw River, Mullen said, as well as the man at the helm, Tregoning. In that three years, Tregoning was instrumental in drawing Sector North Bend’s attention to infrastructure needs at the station. His partnerships and friendships with the City of Florence, Oregon Coast Mil- Get a 30 Month CD FDIC-insured CD 2.30 % APY* 6HWDVLGHPRQH\ZLWKDÀ[HGUDWHRIUHWXUQ,·OOEH WKHUHWRVKRZ\RXUDWHVDQGWHUPVWKDWFDQKHOS \RXUHDFK\RXUJRDO Coast Guard City in August 2017. “Things are done better when working as a team — the sum of all parts are greater than the whole,” Mullen said. “For the people here in Florence, you should be extremely proud and thankful that we have these men and women standing in watch to make sure you are safe.” Tregoning addressed thanks to the City of Florence, local emergency response organiza- tions, veteran and civic groups and community partners. He also thanked Coast Guard Aux- Bank with a Good Neighbor ® . CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION. Adahy Lewis 3rd Degree Black Belt Offering classes for youth to seniors. Open House June 5 @ 7:00pm at Coastal Fitness & Aquatics Introduction, Q&A and Paperwork, followed by a FREE 45 minutes class. *Annual Percentage Yield as of 05/30/18. 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Sue Gilday, Agent State Farm Agent 1275 Rhododendron Drive Florence, OR 97439 Bus: 541-997-7161 itary Museum, Coast Guard Auxiliary Public Affairs Spe- cialist Deborah Heldt Cordone and community members also helped make Florence the 24th THIS WEEK ON THE ing said. “To the crew of Station Siuslaw River, I am most appre- ciative that you are always there to help a shipmate in need. As with any family, we have our occasional disagreements and squabbles … but when it real- ly matters, you guys have al- ways been there for each other. The words that were read are a reflection of your successes, which there have been many. … I have been very proud to watch you grow with one another, and I will miss every one of you.” Afterward, Mullen returned to the podium and confirmed that Nilles was still up to the task. Nilles comes to Florence with his wife Erin and their children Zakary and Maci. He last served as officer in charge of Station Morro Bay in California. Mullen offered him words of encouragement through his leadership philosophy — “Serve with compassion, act with pur- pose and model professional- ism.” “I know you’re ready for com- mand, and congratulations,” Mullen said. “You’ll find that command is the most challeng- ing assignment. You’re at the varsity level now. … “Command will hit you when you ask the question, and there are crickets and big eyes look- ing at you. You’ll go, ‘What do we do?’ And you’ll turn to see everyone looking at you. See, it is you that will hold that an- swer. It is you that the members of Station Siuslaw River are going to turn to. It is you that will be expected to make those tough choices. Command will be the most frustrating, the most exhilarating, most fun, most — insert your own word. You won’t know what that word is yet until you sit in the seat.” At that point in the ceremony Tregoning read his orders re- lieving him of duties at Station Siuslaw River and Nilles read his orders to accept the com- mand. “To the crew, and now my shipmates of Station Siuslaw River, I accept this challenge to lead you with a high level of pride and professionalism that we will adhere to as team Siu- slaw,” Nilles said. “Together as a team, we will work to contin- ue to strengthen relationships within the City of Florence, the community and our part- ner agencies. We will stand the watch with pride, professional- ism and dignity. See COMMAND page 9A COAST A Weekly Listing of Community Events in the Florence Area Submit all Events Information via Email to PressReleases@TheSiuslawNews.com Tuesdays Yoga for Pain Management & Easeful Body Sponsored by PeaceHealth Peace Harbor 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Free and drop-ins welcome Lane Community College Florence Center Florence Farmers Market 3 to 7 p.m. Open to public Kingwood and Bay streets Ocean Dunes Golf Links Port of Siuslaw Office, 100 Harbor St. 36th annual Elliott Fun Bass Tournament Presented by the Florence Siuslaw Lions Club Darlings Marina and RV Resort 541-997-8108 Siuslaw Soil and Water Conservation District Board Meeting 6:30 p.m. Open to Public Siuslaw SWCD Office 1775 Laurel Way, Ste #4 Friends of the Siuslaw Public Library Book Sale 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Open to public Siuslaw Public Library Siuslaw School District Band Concert 7 p.m. Open to public Florence Events Center June 3 Wednesdays 36th annual Elliott Fun Bass Tournament Presented by the Florence Siuslaw Lions Club Darlings Marina and RV Resort 541-997-8108 Points of Grace Community Acupuncture Experience relief from pain and stress 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Donations appreciated 1845 Highway 126 Friends of the Siuslaw Public Library Book Sale 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Open to public Siuslaw Public Library Weekdays Therapeutic Yoga at the Yachats Commons Various times each day Donations accepted Yachats Commons Email altruh444@gmail.com for info June 4 FOR Environmental Team Florence ORganizes 4 p.m. Open to public Siuslaw Public Library June 2 21st annual Fore Kids! Golf Classic Fundraiser for the Boys & Girls Club of Western Lane County 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration required Port of Siuslaw Budget Meeting 6 p.m. Open to public Alva Bracey Broker Your goals are my top priority. Let’s get together! Call, Text or Email Cell: 541-505-1180 June 5 Florence Startup Happy Hour 5 to 7 p.m. Open to public Beachcomber Pub Florence Big Wave Open Mic Night 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Open to public FRAA Art Center Siuslaw School District Choir Concert 7 p.m. Open to public Florence Events Center Non-Profit Fair 10 a.m. to noon Open to public Shorewood Senior Living Call 541-997-8104, Florence Antiques & Coast Jewelers Coastal Woman Veterans June lun- cheon 11:30 a.m. Open to women veterans and their guests Jerry’s Place RSVP to ncoughlan@aol.com June 10 End of Life Options in Oregon Discussion sponsored by End Choices 1 p.m. Open to public Siuslaw Public Library Endchoices.com “A Nice Family Gathering” Presented by Last Resort Players 2 p.m. Tickets required Florence Events Center “Meanwhile The Earth” Poetry by Stacie Smith Sponsored by the Yachats Academy of Arts and Sciences 2 p.m. $5 donation suggested Yachats Commons 2nd Saturday Gallery Tour 3 to 5 p.m. Auto, Home, Life, Business Flood, Antique Auto, RV’s Medicare Advantage Plans Medicare Supplements Health Insurance Phone (541) 997-9497 1234 Rhododendron Dr / Florence CCB# 55030 County Transfer & Recycling jmirvis@charter.net Florence, Oregon June 8 We buy, sell and consign quality estate/heirloom jewelry & furniture. Gold, silver, platinum jewelry with precious & semi precious stones. Awards • Plaques • Name Badges Gifts • Signage • Glassware 541-997-5691 541-361-9080 Coastal Fitness Spring Show Performance 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tickets required Florence Events Center “A Nice Family Gathering” Presented by Last Resort Players 7 p.m. Tickets required Florence Events Center ESTATE JEWELRY AND ANTIQUE FURNITURE!!! COAST REAL ESTATE CROW Business After Hours Florence Area Chamber of Commerce 5 to 7 p.m. CROW Center for the Performing Arts 3120 Highway 101 Open to public Historic Old Town and Uptown Florence 2ndsaturdaygallerytour.com June 9 2018 Endowment Book Presentation With librarian Kevin Mittge Alva@CBCoast.com Florence Public Works Open House 2 to 6 p.m. Open to public 2675 Kingwood St. “A Nice Family Gathering” Presented by Last Resort Players 7 p.m. Tickets required Florence Events Center June 7 541-997-7777 100 Hwy. 101, Florence, OR CUSTOM ENGRAVING & CUTTING 1 to 2 p.m. Open to public Siuslaw Public Library Glass For Every Purpose Commerical • Residential Weekly, Bi-Weekly, Monthly, One Time Pick-Up. 1780 Kingwood St. Easy curb side recycling program- No additional costs to our customers. 5078 Coastwood Lane 541-997-8526 Call us at 541-997-8233 Visit rivercal.org for more calendar events.