Call it a bank shot. The recent news that a State basketball tournament is coming to the South Coast is fun for fans but could prove profitable for area businesses.
Oregon's School Activities Association takes a leap of faith and agrees to move the 3A State Basketball Playoffs to the South Coast. Now area coaches and volunteers are already gearing up for the tournament.
A popular South Coast store and tourist attraction has expanded it's business in the Bay Area, opening up a second location that they hope will draw in more customers.
For the first time in a couple of years, the National Commander of the American Legion pays a visit to Oregon, but it's been even longer since a Commander has visited the South Coast.