Goldendale Sentinel August 30, 2023

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Goldendale, Washington

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 30, 2023

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tion. “The Yakama Nation staff have stated that, in their opinion, the Project as proposed is likely to have significant impacts to Traditional Cultural Properties (TCPs) in the area,” the EFSEC letter stated. “The Yakama Nation have informed EFSEC that they are aware of TCPs in the vicinity of the Project Lease Boundary that they anticipate will be adversely impacted by the construction and operation of the Project. The Yakama Nation staff have indicated that additional analysis for the Project area and surrounding environment will be necessary to fully identify, assess, and classify these impacts.”

LOU MARZELES EDITOR

The Washington Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council (EFSEC) says it believes the Carriger Solar Project—a proposed sprawling array of solar panels just outside Goldendale—may have “significant impacts” on the environment and is considering issuing a determination of significance.

EFSEC Director Sonia Bumpus made the statement in a letter to Carriger principals dated August 11, 2023, adding that according to guidelines established by the Washington State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), “significance” is defined as “a reasonable likelihood of more than a moderate adverse impact on environmental

quality.” Significance is further clarified to mean that while an impact may not be highly likely, “the resulting environmental impact would be severe if it occurred.”

“In accordance with Revised Code of Washington 80.50.090,” Bumpus’ letter continued, “EF-

SEC is notifying you of this anticipated determination and providing the Applicant ‘the option of withdrawing and revising its application and the associated environmental checklist to clarify or make changes to features of the proposal that are designed to mitigate the impacts’ that are the

basis of our anticipated determination.”

EFSEC identified two primary points for which potential adverse impacts were anticipated: cultural resources and visual aesthetics.

On cultural resources, EFSEC cited key objections to the Carriger project from the Yakama Na-

EFSEC referenced the tribe’s centuries of losses stemming from non-native interference. “The Yakama Nation has also expressed that they view any impacts to TCPs as significant due to the historic degradation and scarcity due to loss of these properties through the last several hundred years of colonization and development of non-native populations and that effective mitigation for further impacts to TCPs may not be available,” EFSEC said. “This analysis is necessary to identify where avoidance or other mitigation may be possible. In nature, these impacts may be direct, indirect, or, when considered collectively with impacts from other past, present, or reasonably foreseeable future projects, cumulative. EFSEC is currently moving forward with discussions with the

See EFSEC page A8

ZACHARY VILLAR FOR THE SENTINEL

The annual Klickitat County Senior Services (KCSS) Senior Citizen Picnic was held in Daubenspeck Park in Bingen on August 25. The event was a day for local seniors to relax in the park, listen to live music, and enjoy some food. The event also celebrated the many professionals and volunteers who work for KCSS. They provide a multitude of services for seniors and also adults with disabilities in the area.

Les Donaldson was one of the seniors who was enjoying the music that day while sitting in a lawn chair in the shade. He’s lived in White Salmon for 51 years where he once owned an auto parts store. “Then the spotted owl came, and all the lumber shut down, so I sold out and went to drive a school bus for White Salmon Valley schools,” he said. He drove school buses for 11 years until he got thyroid cancer, and they wouldn’t let him drive anymore.

“The neatest thing that ever happened to this town is that they dedicated the bus barn to Sharon Shalk when she was still alive,” said Donaldson. Shalk was the former transportation su-

Klickitat County farm owner fined for fraud

pervisor for White Salmon Valley School District before her death in 2014. “She was a very important figure in this area. She was very dedicated to the school and school bus safety. She was well known in Oregon and the State of Washington.”

Rena Engel and Jack Roberts were dancing arm in arm to the music. Engel and Roberts both travel in from outside Klickitat County to enjoy the meals and social events held here for seniors. Engel came from Stevenson, Washington, and Roberts came from The Dalles, Oregon, and they both are regular visitors to the free senior meal served at the Pioneer Center in White Salmon every Wednesday. Engel has lived in Stevenson since 1947

Two trucks crash into Columbia River

LOU MARZELES

EDITOR

What are the odds?

Two different semi trucks took dives into the Columbia River just hours apart over the weekend at Biggs, just down the road from Goldendale. The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) closed down a stretch of I-84 westbound Monday for hours to extricate the vehicles. The first truck left the highway about 9 p.m. Friday night after hitting an abandoned car

on the shoulder and losing control. The driver was able to swim safely to shore. About three and a half hours later, another semi hit an ODOT car and tore off the highway; investigators said the driver fell asleep at the wheel. The ODOT car had no one in it at the time, and the truck driver in that accident also escaped injury.

In both cases, the trucks crashed through guard rails along I-84. It took divers and a very large crane to remove the trucks from the river. I-84 westbound was closed from Biggs to Celilo.

and said the KCSS is a wonderful organization. She enjoys these kinds of events. “We wouldn’t miss it,” she enthused. “We like the dancing, we like the music, and we like the food.” KCSS is a county-provided operation whose mission is to provide services to enhance the autonomy and independence of the elderly and other adults in the community, whatever their present level of functioning. It also operates the Mt. Adams Transportation Service (MATS), a system of buses designed to provide an alternative transportation resource to Klickitat County residents.

“We have a number of different programs,” said KCSS Director Sharon Carter. “A lot of those

are geared towards seniors. A lot of what we do is help connect people to various state programs they might be eligible for that could provide support in their homes. We also have staff that are trained to [assist with] some of the details of Medicare and Medicare insurance. So a lot of time is spent in helping people to go through the process when they’re aging into Medicare, understanding social security, dealing with those kinds of things, and also helping look at different Medicare prescription drug plans.”

KCSS also helps educate people about other programs and services within the state and county such as accessing local food

See KCSS page A8

Vanessa R. Waldref, the United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Washington, announced Wednesday, August 23, that the United States had successfully obtained a $607,284 fraud judgment against Rick T. Gray (Gray) and Gray Farms & Cattle Co. LLC (Gray Farms) for submitting false and fraudulent claims for crop insurance for farm businesses owned by Gray in Klickitat County, Washington. The Court determined that Gray and Gray Farms were liable under the False Claims Act for defrauding the federal crop insurance program and imposed the maximum damages and penalties sought by the United States.

The federal crop insurance program, run by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), provides a mechanism through which participating farm owners may obtain monetary subsidies and financial protection against losses to their crops. If a participating farm owner experiences loss due to weather or other factors, the farm owner may submit a claim for indemnity from those losses. Crucial to participation in the program is that the farm owner must disclose all sales of product during a given crop year.

In 2015, Gray submitted claims for loss on behalf of his farm businesses and received hundreds of thousands of dollars in indemnity payments.

In September 2021, the United States filed a Complaint pursuant to the False Claims Act, a federal statute that protects the public from fraud against federal programs, alleging that Gray had submitted false crop insurance claims during 2015 by knowingly failing to disclose tens of thousands of bushels of wheat that Gray sold during that crop year, and affirmatively misrepresenting his wheat production and sales for the year. In a judicial order dated August 21, 2023, United States District Judge Thomas O. Rice granted summary judgment on behalf of the United States with respect to the United States’ False Claims Act claims, finding that the undisputed evidence

CARRIGER SOLAR PROJECT SITE NOT AS GOOD AS IT LOOKS HERE: The Washington Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council (EFSEC) says the proposed Carriger Solar Project near Goldendale has potential for “significant” environmental impact.

ZACHARY VILLAR

DANCING IN THE PARK: Rena Engel and Jack Roberts dancing at the annual Klickitat County Senior Services Picnic in Daubenspeck Park.

EFSEC:

Goldendale solar project could have adverse impact

Senior Services offers multiple benefits

Zachary Villar

For The SenTinel

Goldendale School District Transportation Director Clay West is concerned about the number of violations of law he’s seeing.

It’s against the law to drive past a school bus that has its stop sign paddle out when picking up or dropping off kids. West’s fleet of buses is equipped with the latest technology to help keep kids safe, but that’s not stopping West from making sure people are aware of the importance of driving responsibly when young people are entering and exiting school buses.

Washinton State law RCW

46.61.370 states, “The driver of a vehicle upon overtaking or meeting from either direction any school bus which has stopped on the roadway for the purpose of receiving or discharging any school children shall stop the vehicle before reaching such school bus when there is in operation on said school bus a visual signal as specified in RCW 46.37.190 and said driver shall not proceed until such school bus resumes motion or the visual signals are no longer activated.”

This means that when a school bus stops to pick up or drop off a kid and they’ve swung out the stop sign, a driver going the same direction of the school bus must

stop until the stop sign is retracted—and on a twolane road, cars going in both directions need to stop. West said that school bus drivers see this law violated more within city limits. One of the worst spots is on N. Columbus Ave heading towards the Goldendale Golf Club where there are six school bus stops.

“Mostly in the mornings we have a lot of problems,” says West. “That’s an area where for some reason people don’t stop.” People coming into town on N. Columbus pick up speed going downhill and don’t start to slow down until they pass the trailer park on the east side of the road. West says everyone has their own excuse. “They’re either late for work, or they’ve got all these things going on, and they just drive right on by.”

The school buses used by the Goldendale School District are equipped with modern safety technology. They have flashing LED lights to signal slowing and stopping and a long bar that swings out in front of the bus so children do not cross too closely to the vehicle, which helps ensure the bus driver has a view of the children outside the bus at all times and can monitor their safety. There are also cameras mounted on the bus, including one close to the stop sign that swings out when the bus is stopped to pick up and drop

off kids. If bus drivers witness someone driving past the stop sign when it is out, they can record the time this happened and submit the camera footage to the police so they can ticket the offending vehicle. This technology has helped to hold drivers accountable.

“The problem before, when we didn’t have the cameras, it was almost impossible for a [school bus] driver to get a description of the vehicle and the license plate number,” West recalls. “We would always get partial plates, and the police could never find the vehicle or run it with a partial number; they have to have the whole number.” West guesses the Goldendale School District sees 20 to 25 of these kinds of violations each year. The ticket for this comes with a heavy fine, and

there is no leniency given for breaking this law.

“We’ve had school board members’ kids get tickets. We had a PUD employee who got one,” West points out.

“As far as I’m concerned, in order for the program to have integrity, it is what it is. If my mom does it, she’s getting a ticket. Because if you’re not fair across the board, then it doesn’t have integrity, and the program’s no good.”

There is no “gotcha” element to this kind of traffic violation—there is plenty of warning. The school bus drivers use their blinking lights to advise drivers they are coming to a stop. Then the bus driver checks to make sure there isn’t a car already driving by when they swing out the stop sign. They’re not trying to surprise drivers with the

stop sign. If the stop sign is put out too closely to the time a car is driving by, then the police may not be able to ticket the vehicle because it must be clear that the driver had enough time to see the sign swing out and come to a stop.

“A lot of times if it’s questionable, they’ll take it to the prosecuting attorney, and they’ll have him watch the video and let him decide,” says West. If it’s not cut and dry, they’ll issue a warning. When it’s clear someone has ignored the stop sign, that is a violation of the law, and those clear violations are what West and the other bus drivers are seeing too much of in the Goldendale School District.

“I would say, for a community this size, we shouldn’t have as many stop paddle violations as we have,” West states. “And that’s not my opinion; that’s our whole group as a consensus. We’re actually surprised in

a community this small that we have this many stop paddle violations. We shouldn’t have that many.”

Over on the west side, White Salmon Valley School District Transportation Director Brent Gimlin says they experience much fewer of these kinds of violations. “We don’t see very many, but of course we have like one or two a year,” Gimlin says. He adds the addition of cameras close to the stop paddles, along with the public’s knowledge of these cameras, helped reduce the number of violations.

“When we started putting these cameras on our buses, they did an article on it in the local paper and it seemed to significantly reduce after that went out,” said Gimlin.

Perhaps with more awareness, Goldendale will see a similar decrease in traffic violations around school buses and an increase in child safety.

G OLDENDALE ’ S A TTIC

Answer to last week´s Mystery Picture

This week’s Goldendale’s Attic Mystery Picture

Twenty-two young people all gathered to—what? Just have their picture taken together? Divide into two football teams?

Discuss the latest fashion trends? We have no idea. All we know is that this picture ran in The Sentinel sometime, lost in the

annals of yesteryear. If you know anything about it, please drop us an email (info@goldendalesentinel.com), or give us a call

(509-773-3777), or drop in at the office—and remember, you’re welcome to come in and take a look at the original photograph.

L OOKING BACK

September 7, 1882 – 141 Years Ago-

The Goldendale flouring mill of Dan Scammon will be shut down for a month because of a broken water wheel. Jones and Nesbitt are now running their mill day and night and will for several months to come. Though they are grinding fully thirty barrels a day, they cannot supply the home demand.

September 11, 1913 – 110 Years Ago

Mackinaw School suits – age 6 to 12 years. Knicker pants, Norfolk coats with shawl collars. The most practical winter outing suits ever made for young boys. Price $4.50 to $6.00 at the Ledbetter and Wallace Store.

August 26, 1943 – 80 Years Ago

The leasing by the Navy of approximately 260,000 acres of land in southern Benton County and the eastern part of Klickitat County for use as an aerial gunnery range has been approved by the Senate and House Naval Affairs Committee and the Secretary of the Navy. Captain C.A. F. Sprague, commandant of the Naval Air Center at Seattle, made the announcement. Leasing of the land provides for the continuance of the naval air station at Pasco.

August 26, 1943 – 80 Years Ago

Bill Wright, government trapper, reported that he had caught 42 coyotes during the month of August. Bill says he hopes to raise the total to 50 before the end of the month.

August 7, 1953 – 70 Years Ago

The cash register jingled 4,000 times at the grand opening of Safeway last weekend, indicating at least 4,000 people visited and bought. Five-hundred orchids each day for the three-day period were given to the ladies. A crazy hat contest attracted much attention, and three large boxes of groceries a day were given to the winners.

August 22, 1963 - 60 Years Ago

After the city council meeting, part of the city staff gathered up their things and prepared to leave, while councilmen and others still lingered over various discussions. Those remaining were admonished by those departing: “Don’t forget to put the cat out!” The council meeting had indeed been viewed, from one vantage point after another, by the courthouse cat, who at one time sat alertly in the middle of the council circle, giving the discussion her undivided attention. Mostly she seemed more interested in spectators than council affairs, however. The reason for the admonition was that she had been accidentally locked in a couple of times, and it could give the night policeman such a jolt to open the darkened office and step on a cat.

August 22, 1963 – 60 Years Ago

Who saw it? Persons witnessing the fl ight of an unidentified flying object over this area on July 26, 1963, are being sought by the National Investigations Commission on Aerial Phenomena. Anyone who observed the object is asked to send a report and diagram of the observation to NICAP, 5108 South Findlay Street, Seattle, 18, Washington.

August 28, 2013 – 10 Years Ago

Country music legend Willie Nelson played to a full amphitheater Saturday night at the Maryhill Winery. The sold-out concert was the second-to-last stop on what Nelson is calling the “Old Farts and Jackasses” tour, which began eight months ago in North Carolina and wrapped up Sunday in Boise, Idaho. The Wild Feathers opened the show with an hour-long set of lively country/rock before Nelson and his iconic braids took the stage with his beat-up old Martin guitar, Trigger, for almost two hours of non-stop music.

—Richard Lefever Klickitat County Historical Society

Points to Ponder:

I just had a GPS installed in my life. It keeps urging me to go back four years and turn left at the entrance to the church.

The seeds I planted didn’t look nearly as good as the ones on the packet. Turns out those pictures had been posed by professional vegetables.

How many poets does it take to change a light bulb? Three. One to curse the darkness, one to light a candle, and one to change the bulb.

How many squares are there on a chess board? Two plus the spectators.

If you combine poison ivy with a four-leaf clover, will you have a rash of good luck?

How do you stop moles from digging in your garden? Hide their shovels.

I wish I could grow green stuff in my garden like I can in my refridgerator. In public gardens, how do they get the “Keep off the grass” sign on the grass?

We’ve colorized this picture. This was widely thought to be a group of doctors and administrators from Klickitat Valley Health. Though we had some guesses, no one was able to put a date or an occasion to the picture. We will list the names we were given and hope a) they’re right

and b) that may jog other memories. Some of these were pure guesses, so let us know what you think. The names people came up with are, from left to right: Mel Johnson, Clarence Phillips, unknown, Dr. Elsie Tupper, Dr. Holderby, Dr. Schwisow, Clarence Tupper, unknown.

Exploring Goldendale’s roots

This week’s story comes to us from May 28, 1959 and is titled “Residents Leaving Beloved Riverside Setting: Regret and Joy Intermingle as People Of Roosevelt Prepare to Move Townsite”. Roosevelt was one of three Klickitat County towns effected by the recent Newell Road fire which burned over 60,000 acres.For reading convenience we have not put it in quotes.

History was made last Friday afternoon at Roosevelt.After being a riverside hamlet since 1905, when Teddy Roosevelt was president, the townsite will be moved to a flat due north of the town.

Twenty-eight people gathered at the schoolhouse to make the decision with County Commissioners Roy Sanders and Henry Miller, and County Engineer Bill Taylor assisting.

After a spirited discussion, the residents said they preferred the Les Kelly site just north of the new Lewis and Clark Highway for their new home. Another site under consideration was the Seely tract a short distance northwest of Roosevelt.

As the party looked over the rocky grazeland strip that will bear a townsite, the scene was calm and peaceful. Their present townsite looked like as good a location as any. But big things will happen there in the next few years. Roosevelt as it is today will be under a pool of water by 1965.

Speed Required

The army engineers are pressing for action on the Roosevelt relocation project. The grain elevator, the railway depot and the school will be relocated at government expense, part of the army engineers’ obligation to restore public facilities flooded out in building the hydroelectric projects like John Day dam.

Individual homes, however, are handled differently in un-incorporated towns. The government condemns and pays for the homesites. The residents may use the money as they see fit. At Roosevelt, the people “see fit” to stay together in a new townsite, as one elderly woman put it “as near to Roosevelt as possible.”

The Kelley tract, a half mile from the town, will be platted by the county in 40 lots, 100 by 100 feet in area. This will occupy about 15 acres. Kelley set a price of $300 for business lots along the highway; residential lots will sell for $150 - $200. There is space for expansion in the tract if Roosevelt turns into a “boom” town.

According to tentative plans, an access road will lead from the Lewis and Clark highway to the main business street in the new townsite. The residences and school will be located further north in the tract. Kids won’t have to cross the busy highway going to and from school. Business sites are not allowed to front the highway, a limited access pike. Inasmuch as platting of streets and lots will be done by the county, with the federal government standing the cost of relocating homes (indirectly), Kelley said he would ask a nominal rate for his lots. The agreed price was called fair and just by those at the meeting.

A community well, with Kelley furnishing the water at monthly fees, was deemed superior to individual wells, such as now serve the town. Sewage disposal could best be handled by individual septic tanks, it was decided, with danger of contamination minimized by a single community well for water service.

Road work platted and performed by the county in the tract will be paid for by the army engineers if the project goes ahead in the near future, Taylor stated. For that reason, early and speedy action on relocation is needed.

Elevator Site Chosen

Last Wednesday the directors of the warehouse association (owners of the grain elevator) met with the army engineers. It was decided to build the new elevator about a quarter mile east of the proposed townsite. The relocation right-of-way of the S.P. and S. Railway will run about 100 yards south of the Lewis and Clark Highway according to tentative plans.

Kelley has agreed to provide easement for an access

road from the new townsite to the Bickleton road. The road is used heavily for transport of winter wheat from the Dot and Bickleton areas to the grain bins at Roosevelt.

The county commissioners expressed satisfaction with the united action taken by the spirited hometowners in the afternoon meeting. Before the session opinion was divided, the residents were pulling at cross-purposes, leadership was lacking. At the end of the day, most of the people felt that progress had been made, differences set aside.

Commissioner Miller posed the question of the price of the lots, insisting this must be settled before platting. “We must determine the cost of the lots before doing any further planning,” he told Mr. Kelley. “We can’t plat the tract and then fi nd that people can’t afford to buy the lots.”

With this key matter cleared up, the way was paved for easy and speedy action on the other factors. Eyeing the grazeland tract in the bright sunlight, the Roosevelters could envision the making of a new town.

Grants will help combat mental health stigma

The Next Door Inc. would like to take a moment to extend our heartfelt appreciation for our generous funders at Klickitat Community LINK Project (KLINK), Providence Health & Services in Hood River County, United Way of the Columbia-Willamette, the Oregon Community Foundation (OCF), and PacificSource. These organizations continually support our mission of opening doors to new possibilities by strengthening children and families and improving communities in Oregon and Washington. Thanks to their most recent grant awards, totaling more than $200,000 combined, we are able to continue providing vital services to people in need and expand the reach of our Valle Verde (Green Valley) program.

Guest Column Jordan Flores, The Next Door

In the Gorge, mental health stigma is documented formally through the Community Health Needs Assessment. In 2017, the health assessment found the most common mental health condition in the Gorge is depression, and a quarter of the population experiences one physical condition and one mental condition. Anecdotally, most social service providers in the Gorge can point to numerous instances where stigma has prevented someone from seeking care either for themselves or a family member, or frankly even discussing the issue.

Valle Verde, a program of The Next Door Inc., was created as a follow-up to a wellness series called Pasos Hacia la Salud (Steps to Wellness), a bi-lingual course that empowered community members to understand their bodies and improve their health from a physical and emotional wellness perspective. Valle Verde’s goal is to increase mental health awareness of our Spanish-speaking community in the Columbia Gorge region and support mental health providers to better address Spanish-speakers’ treatment needs. Our approach is three-fold: 1) decrease the impact of negative stigma attached to mental health issues amongst the Spanish-speaking community in the Columbia Gorge region, 2) increase the knowledge around mental health topics and issues as well as resources that exist within the Columbia Gorge region, and 3) provide community members with at least 3 hours of informal counseling per week with Community Health Workers.

In an effort to create safe cultural spaces and programming for our communities to gather, this new funding will allow the Valle Verde team to implement a 12-week training series for up to 100 Spanish-speaking community members in Skamania and Hood River counties. Topics will include cultural beliefs and traditions, living in a new culture, trauma-informed care, suicide prevention, intimate partner violence, substance abuse, and more.

We are truly grateful for Providence, K-LINK, United Way, OCF, and PacificSource’s investment in our work and contribution to the betterment of our community. We look forward to continuing our partnership for years to come!

The Next Door Inc., the largest social service agency in the Gorge, was founded in 1971 to address the unmet need for support services for youth. Today, TNDI has over 100 employees who facilitate over 35 programs that strive to fulfill our mission of opening doors to new possibilities by strengthening children and families and improving communities in Oregon and Washington. For more information or to make a donation, visit https://nextdoorinc.org.

Burn-out has got to go

The Festival of Wheels gave it another try this year. It seems the attendance has dwindled to much lower levels than when the event was new, 10 years ago. There are a lot of competing car shows this time of year, so it doesn’t surprise me .

for three hours.

I think the city of Goldendale needs to rethink supporting burnouts in our park. Next year don’t issue a permit to any group that wants to burn-out. There are places in the county where it could be held, just not in the city please. I hate toxic smoke, and you should too.

Not

This year Goldendale Motorsports Association and ABATE brought back the burn-out, which was tried several times in the past with questionable benefits to the town. This year someone had the brilliant idea to use the old skateboard park as a place to stage the return of the burnout. It was held on the concrete slab, a tempting medium for anyone inclined to bum rubber. Rednecks of many degrees, punk kids or maybe the little old lady from Pasadena.

I personally was left with a bad taste in my mouth and lungs. Even though I made it a point to stay away from the burn-out and was at my home where I thought I would escape the noise and smoke, when the toxic cloud rose from the park and drifted over the Little Klickitat River Park (the swimming pool) on to the kids and families at the pool and on to me while I was sitting on my property. We were contaminated by the toxins in the smoke, and my eyes and throat were imitated, and my lungs filled with carbon monoxide and other cancer causing toxic compounds

Thank you to KPUD and The Sentinel for their series, Straight Talk with KPUD, this summer. It gave us all an opportunity to see how things work and what’s on the horizon in regard to the AMI smart meters rolling out this September.

On Sept 4 I will be asking the mayor and his administration to make an ordinance forbidding anyone from reckless unsafe burnouts in any ones neighborhood or any street in the Goldendale city limits. I would appreciate some support from like-minded citizens at the council meeting. Let them know how you feel.

Ken McKune Goldendale C

just fine, and some of us feel very strongly about things like privacy. There is a growing number of citizens county-wide who would prefer not to have smart technology attached to their homes.

I contacted the bank for an explanation. The answer was essentially that “we wouldn’t do that.” Then why is it in your documents, I asked. The answer was to send me up the chain of command. The second person gave the same answer as the first and then was to have me contacted by some-one higher up. That person has not contacted me after more than a week so I am following through on what I told the bank contacts I was going to do—write a letter to the editor to be sure local folks are aware of how Columbia Bank is choosing to deal with its account holders.

Letters from the community

After closer inspection of the PUD’s opt-out-option and Policy Bulletin 21 Addendum 1 (approved May 23), it seems we aren’t truly being given any options to opt out. According to this policy—which, by the way, has the highest national application fee of $200 and the highest monthly fee of $40—KPUD can decide at any moment to revoke the opt-out program (will we get our $200 back?). And they can decide to increase the monthly fee anytime (will you then charge us $100/month for a technician to come stand at our house for 30 minutes and download detailed usage info from the deactivated smart meter?). This is a bad deal.

I recently received an updated “Terms for Business and Deposit Account Agreement” from Columbia Bank. I am not in the habit of reading the fine print but for some reason this time I did. I came across an “added” line that I found very concerning. Again, this line is both for personal and business accounts. It reads: “We may refuse to open and account and may close your account at any time for any reason or for no reason at all.”

Please respect our informed decision to decline smart meters, do not financially penalize us, and do not threaten to turn off our power. We encourage everyone to make an informed decision based on their family preferences, especially our fellow Millenials. Remember: technology exists as a tool for us, not the other way around.

My concern is that a comment as broad as this opens the door for abuse. I have had no difficulties with our local branch and am sorry that the headquarters has decided to take such a hard line. It ap-pears I will need to look for a bank that does not behave in this manner.

and requires a person to physically come and download this information. This is an absolute invasion of privacy. The “opt-out” also requires a $200 application fee and a monthly penalty fee of $40. We the public of this utility have not asked for this.

Olga Hodges Goldendale

Plan designed by children

“For No Reason At All” I particularly found offensive.

Many of us wouldn’t even sign up for a cell phone plan with these terms, let alone a utility that heats our homes and preserves our food. If KPUD wants to create a paywall to discourage folks from opting out (who’s got a spare $200 these days? We just used half of that to fill our tank), then we humbly request you give us a different option of keeping our current meters and continue self-reporting. It has worked

Concerning the AMI Smart Meters: please know that this family does not want a change to the current meter or meter reading system. We believe in our “public” utility, and as one of the voices of this shared utility, we firmly believe in choice.

It has become apparent that the limited options given by PUD officials are financially punitive for those whose choice is to opt out. The opt-out isn’t in fact truly that but rather a replacement with a meter that is a device that also gathers usage information including type, duration, frequency, time, and so on,

Guidelines for Letters

Ken Margraf Goldendale

Privacy and limited, punitive choices are but two of the issues that arise regarding this plan. Societal scuttlebutt, though maybe anecdotal, raises questions regarding longterm health effects of radiation, fire hazards, and possible overreach of meter CPU to function beyond stated purpose.

As for modernizing and updating our electrical system, we are woefully getting the cart before the horse. The horse is our vulnerable grid that is subject to wildfires, storms, EMP, hacking, the burden of EVs and all-electric homes, not to mention overall aging infrastructure. The cart is the EV, the planned all-electric non-fossil fuel homes and businesses and the giant data centers that are the mega consumer. The cart IS before the horse! Yet our “public” utility focuses on the meter. This really reads like a plan designed by children. We, the Cramer family of Goldendale, firmly oppose any change to the current meter and reading process.

Katherine Cramer Goldendale

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Remember the September Lyle Community Council meeting will change locations It will be Wednesday, September 13, at 6:30 pm at the Lyle Lions Club The subject of discussion will be about waystoreducetheft Weall havebeenaffectedoneway oranother Let’sprotectour belongings from the riffraffthatisoutstealing

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Just a reminder: the Hood River-White Salmon Bridge Tolls will increase for all vehicles on September 1 The new toll rates were set based on the recommendation of the newly formed Hood River-White Salmon Bridge Authority (HRWSBA),citingtheneed to raise $75 to $150 million in local toll revenue to complete the funding package for construction of the replacement bridge

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Once again I have been asked to remind you all that High Prairie is alive with events They seem to havesomethinggoingonto keeptheneighborsandoutsidersentertained Thereis the Farmer’s Market held thefirst and third Fridays of the month, making the

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Thebestandworsttimesto travelfor LaborDay weekend

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Community Events

Are you having an event, class, show, get together, or meeting you’d like the community to know about? Email us! Events@ GoldendaleSentinel.com. This Calendar of Events listing is free. Are you in need of an eyecatching display ad to highlight your event? Email us at ads@ GoldendaleSentinel.com. Our friendly, helpful staff would love to help you find an advertising package that works for your needs and fits your budget! We offer online ads as well—with about 14,000 unique hits on our website a month, this is a great way to reach even more people.

WEEKLY AND MONTHLY EVENTS

Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday

• Alcoholics Anonymous, Goldendale United Methodist Church, 7-8 p.m.

Tuesdays & Thursdays

• Zumba Classes – Soul 2 Soul Health Center 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Sunday • Makers Market at The Missing Corner – 1256 Hwy 141 BZ Corner. Every third Sunday from 12 – 5 p.m. Contact themissingcorner@gmail.com for more information (will return in April 16, 2023)

• Trout Lake Market – 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Trout Lake Grange Hall 2390 Washington 141 . 1st Sunday of the month, seasonally.

Monday

• Programs for Peaceful Living Domestic Violence Victim support group via zoom Mondays 10 a.m. 509-773-6100 or 509-493-1533.

• The Coalition for Preventing Abuse in Klickitat County (CPAKC) 4 p.m. every 2nd Monday via Zoom. 509-773-3776 or CPAKC on Facebook.

• Yoga Zoom meeting 6-7:30 p.m. Jill Kieffer RN Instructor call to pre-register (541) 4903704

• Goldendale City Council meetings 6 p.m. 1103 S Columbus 1st and 3rd Monday of every month except on holidays.

• Book Discussion Group meets every third Monday at 11 a.m. – Goldendale Library

• One on One Tech Help 1st Monday of the month 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Goldendale Library, call to set up an appointment 509-773-4487

Tuesday

• Board of County Commissioners meeting every Tuesday Klickitat County Courthouse, 205 S Columbus Goldendale. Visit https://www.klickitatcounty.org/643/Board-ofCounty-Commissioners for information, agenda, and link for Zoom meeting.

• TOPS Club Inc – Taking Pounds off Sensibly 10 a.m. American Legion. Questions?

Sally/ojala@gmail.com

• Goldendale Junior Community Chamber 7 p.m. 2nd Tuesday of every month at Umpqua Bank. Call 509-250-0625

• Goldendale Photo Club 2nd

Tuesday of Every month 105 West Main 6 p.m. Jeanne Morgan 10-5 M-F at 509-772-2717

• KC Fair Board Meetings 1st Tuesday of the month is a Workshop, 3rd Tuesday of the month is a Board Meeting.

• White Salmon Farmers Market, 4 – 7 p.m. every week seasonally

• Narcotics Anonymous, 5 – 6 p.m. weekly at the United Methodist Church, 109 E Broadway Goldendale.

• Soroptimist International of Goldendale, 5:30 pm the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Dedicated to helping women and youth in our community and worldwide. All welcome. Contact Betty 509-2503746

Wednesday • Let’s Play Chess! – 1st & 3rd

Wednesday afternoon from 3 – 5 p.m. beginning in May. Goldendale Library.

• Snowden Community Council Meetings – 1st Wednesday of the month at 6:30 at the Cherry Lane Fire Station

• Crochet group – 1st Wednesday of the month. 10 – 12 a.m. Open to those learning as well as those more advanced. $5, contact Wild Daffodil Sewing at 509-439-7177 or info@wilddaffodilsewing.com

• Kiwanis 7 a.m. Simcoe Café 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month.

• Gorge Farmers Co-op Pickup 4 – 6 p.m. Columbia Grange 87, Lyle

• Beginning Quilt class 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. call 3C’s Fabric to sign up 509-261-2815

• Pinochle at the Centerville Grange – 3rd Wednesday of every Month at 1:00 p.m. 228 Centerville Hwy

• Trivia at the American Legion – every week 6:30 p.m.

• Family Storytime at 10:30 –11:30 a.m., Goldendale Library

• Popup Café – Noon at the Mason’s Hall on Columbus until further notice.

• Lyle Community Council Meetings are the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 6:30, Lyle Activity Center (308 Klickitat). Meetings also available via Zoom https://lylewa.com/about-us

• Knitting Group – 3rd Wednesday of the month 12:30 p.m. Open to those learning as well as those more advanced. $5, contact Wild Daffodil Sewing at 509-439-7177 or info@wilddaffodilsewing.com

Thursday

• Drinking Democratically –3rd Thursday of the month 6:30 – 8 p.m. at Ayutla’s.

• New Parent Support Group

– 10 a.m. weekly 120 W. Stuben at Mugs Café in Bingen. Join us for community support at our weekly meeting at Mugs Cafe in Bingen. We meet in the back

room. Children are welcome & encouraged. There is a small play area to keep little hands busy. We’d love to see you there!

• Bingo - Goldendale American Legion Thursdays - card packets go on sale 6:30 p.m. game starts 7 p.m. Food available

• Bingo - High Prairie Community Center, 2nd Thursday of every month, doors open at 6, starts at 6:30. Questions contact Sharon 509-310-9172

• WAGAP Mobile Food Bank – 1st Thursday of the month: 9-11 a.m. Wishram school, 12–2 p.m. Dallesport Community Center, 3-5 p.m. Lyle Lions Club. 3rd Thursday of the month: 9-11 a.m. Trout Lake Baptist Church, 12-2 p.m. BZ Corner Community Building. Call 509-493-2662 ext 208 for more information.

• Narcotics Anonymous, 7 - 8 p.m. weekly at the United Methodist Church, 109 E Broadway Goldendale

Friday

• Bingo – 2nd & 4th Friday of the month, Mt Adams Elks Lodge 124 NE Church Ave, White Salmon. Doors open at 5:30, Bingo at 6 and the Salmon Run Grill is open from 5:30 –7:30

• Farmers Market, High Prairie: 701 Struck Road, Lyle (between Centerville & Lyle), the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. May – September. Vendors, please contact Josh Harrison, phone: (509)281-0971, email: josh7harrison@gmail. com.

• Beginning Quilt Class 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. call 3C’s Fabric to sign up 509-261-2815

• Knitting and Stitching Circle – 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. White Salmon Community Library

• GamerNoon for teens 3 – 5 p.m. at the Goldendale Library. Come play tabletop and board games in the teen area.

• Crafternoons at the Library – every 4th Friday 2:30 – 4 p.m. for ages 7-10 (all ages welcome at

the Goldendale Library)

Saturday

• Lyle Lions Pancake Breakfast 1st Saturday of every month 7 a.m. -10 a.m. Omelets and ham and eggs cooked to order. Endless Pancakes. Location: Lyle Lions Community Center 5th & State Street (Hwy 14).

• Columbia Grange meets the 2nd Saturday of every month.

• 3rd Saturday Dinners –Bavarian Deli 5 – 7 p.m. Local Beef brisket $25

• 1st Saturday Family Storytimes 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Goldendale Library

Community Events

August 31, 2023, Opioid Overdose Awareness Town Hall: 6 – 8 p.m. Goldendale Grange hall on East Darland. This event is free and open to the public. Fentanyl and other opioids are fueling the worst drug crisis in the history of the United States. More than 1,500 people per week die from taking some type of opioid, according to the National Center for Health Statistics, making opioids by far the leading cause of fatal overdoses in the country. Learn more on how this crisis is affecting the community and what local resources are available for those with a substance use disorder. Information and training on administering Narcan - a medicine used for the treatment of a known or suspected opioid overdose emergency - will also be shared by town hall presenters. A candlelight vigil in remembrance of the lives lost to overdose will conclude the town hall. For more information, call (509) 772-2735. Sponsored by Klickitat Valley Health.

September 1 – 4, 2023, RVOD G-Ride: Tour de Maryhill and University of Maryhill at the Historic Maryhill Loops Road. There is a lot going on at this event, with something for everyone! University of Maryhill starts Friday September 1st

The Greater Goldendale Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to celebrate the completion of the Art at the Heart of Goldendale public art installations on Main Street, in downtown Goldendale. This special event will be a Celebration of the arts—the expression of human creativity, skill, and imagination, such as painting, music, literature, and dance or sculpture, producing works to be appreciated for their beauty or emotional impact. There will be an Art Market and vendors from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m., demonstrations, performances, and workshops from 11 a.m. –5 p.m. with live music by The Growlerzz in the afternoon. The Commemoration Ceremony is at 1 p.m. Sunset Yoga (BYO Yoga mat) is from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. and the Community Dance on Main Street starts at 7 p.m.

September 23, 2023, Lyle

Twin Bridges Annual Fundraiser: 5 – 7 p.m. at the Lyle Lions Club. Please join us for the Twin Bridges annual fundraiser. There will be a spaghetti dinner provided by Beneventi’s Pizza, $10 per person or $50 for a family, as well as raffle baskets.

October 7, 2023, Concourse de Maryhill Car Show: 8 a.m. –8 p.m. at the Maryhill Museum of Art, 35 Maryhill Museum Dr. Join us for our 24th Annual Concours de Maryhill car show!

at 3pm before the first day of the Freeride that starts on Saturday. Freeride and Tour de Maryhill qualifying on Saturday with more Freeriding and the Race on Sunday. All Day Freeride on Monday! Too many events and classes to mention them all here, visit www.maryhillratz.com for entry fees and details of the events.

September 2, 2023, Bickleton’s Annual Community Day: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Bickleton. Enjoy a classic car show Meet and Greet, a raffle for Meet and Greet entries, homemade pie sale, food, flea market, arts and crafts, vendors, street entertainment and live music throughout the day in beautiful Bickleton. For more information call 509.896.2007.

September 8 – 10, 2023, Annual Huckfest: Friday 9/8 5 p.m. – midnight, Saturday 9/8 10 a.m. – midnight, Sunday 9/10 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. downtown Bingen.

September 12, 2023, Goldendale High School Class of 1956 Reunion, 67th Anniversary: 1 p.m. Ayutla’s Mexican Restaurant in Goldendale on Simcoe. Please RSVP to Linda LundbergDavies 206-850-1251.

September 15, 2023 Live Folk Music by Robert Armand at the High Prairie Farmers Market: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. 701 Struck Road between Lyle and Centerville. Come see Robert Armand perform live at our last Farmers Market!

September 19, 2023, American Red Cross Blood Drive: 1 –6 p.m. at the Goldendale American Legion on Broadway.

September 22 – 23, 2023

High Prairie Community Yard sales & Firehouse Sale: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. throughout the High Prairie area, as well as at the Community Center & Firehall. Contact Josh for more information 509-281-0971.

September 23, 2023, Art at the Heart Festival: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m., Downtown Goldendale.

This is an open car show for all makes, models, and years. This year the show will feature a silent auction, lots of raffle prizes, and, in partnership with the Maryhill Museum of Art, up to two (2) free passes to the museum per vehicle entry! For members of the public who are interested, the historic Maryhill Loops Road will be open from noon to 2:00 pm to cruise at your leisure. For those of you looking to enter a vehicle into the show, day-of registration opens at 8:00am. If you are looking to get ahead of the rush on show day, don’t forget to check out our website, www.goldendalemotorsports.org,to find our pre-registration form. Preregistration closes on September 28. We hope to see you there! October 7, 2023, Black Tie & Blue Jeans Fundraiser: 5 – 9 p.m. at the Goldendale Grange Hall on East Darland in Goldendale. Don’t miss out on this incredible event that combines sophistication with a touch of casual. Join us at our BLACK TIE & BLUE JEANS and make a difference in our community. Reserve your spot now and get ready for an evening filled with laughter, good food, and exciting auction items! If you have additional questions, please contact KVH Memorial Foundation Director, Sam Counts at 509773-1074 or scounts@kvhealth. net. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Reserve your tickets online at KVHBTBJ2023. eventbrite.com. You may also purchase by check or cash by calling Sam Counts at 509-7731074 to make arrangements.

This year we are raising funds to purchase a much needed highdefinition surgical display tower for our operating rooms. An arthroscopic surgical tower aids in minimally invasive joint surgeries using integrated components like a camera system, light source, and fluid management system. This technology allows for smaller incisions, resulting in reduced pain, quicker recovery, and a decreased risk of infection for patients. The high-definition visualization improves surgical precision, while the fluid system offers a clear view of the joint. Overall, this advancement enhances patient outcomes and can be more cost-effective in some cases.

October 21, 2023, Glenwood Fall Bazar: Info to follow.

Bill Dressel

A Rosary for Bill Dressel will be held Friday, September 8, at 7 p.m. at Holy Trinity Church in Goldendale. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m.,

followed by Rite of Committal/Burial at Holy Trinity Cemetery on Horseshoe Bend Road. A reception will follow at Holy Trinity Hall at noon.

Teach kids kindness and gratitude with thank you notes

(StatePoint) Nearly 60% of Americans say they send thank you notes at least occasionally to show their appreciation for a gift or favor, according to a recent poll from AmericanGreetings. com. While writing thank yous might seem time-consuming, it’s actually a wonderful opportunity to teach children important life lessons such as kindness, gratitude, and empathy.

Whether they are thanking their new teacher, their favorite fall sports coach, or a friend or family member, here are a few tips and tricks for creating meaningful— yet simple—thank yous with kids this back-to-school season and beyond.

Focus on the positive

It’s important to give children a “why.” Parents should explain that when people receive a thank you note, it not only makes them feel good, but it lets them know that the gift arrived safely and was appreciated. By placing the emphasis on the person who gave them the gift—rather than on themselves—it changes thank yous from a pain-point to a positive.

Make it fun with devices

Kids love devices, so put their screen time to good use with apps like American Greetings Creatacard for iPad. The app offers a fun, easy, and engaging tool to make and send greeting

cards. Plus, receiving them will be just as exciting, as homemade cards from kids are enjoyed by 93% of Americans!

Whether making a card from scratch, coloring a card, or customizing a pre-made design, the Creatacard app allows kids to explore their imaginations. Simply choose from a variety of virtual (and mess-free) tools, such as pencils, paint, markers, photo frames, stamps, and stickers to add designs, images, and personalized messages. Best of all, the app is free to download, and cards can be sent instantly via email, text, messaging apps, or shared on social media.

Power of personalization

According to the Ameri-

can Greetings poll, personalized messages are the most important and enjoyed part of thank-you notes. Parents should encourage kids to think about what made the gift so special and be sure to communicate that message. Was it something they really needed or wanted? Will they use the check or money for a specific purpose? Spending a few extra minutes personalizing each note will go a long way to show their sincere appreciation.

Timing is everything— the sooner the better!

It’s proper etiquette to be timely in sending thank you notes. In fact, 54% of Americans say they should be sent within one week of receiving a gift. Build good habits with

kids by sending thank yous as soon as possible. It may be helpful to plan ahead and establish a set time within a week of the celebration for children to create and send their cards. And luckily, if you’re sending digital greetings, they’ll arrive instantly, save money on postage, and save time by eliminating the need to find current street addresses.

Teaching kids the importance of properly showing gratitude is a life skill they can take with them as they grow older. Starting small with thank you notes can be an invaluable step to becoming a kinder and more gracious person.

F THANK YOU FOR THE THANK YOU: Mary Anne Shea enclosed this thank-you note in a recent letter to The Sentinel. Like so many others, she expressed special appreciation for our “Goldendale’s Attic” section. Thank you, Mary Anne!

BAPTIST

Columbus Avenue Baptist, S.B.C.

815 N Columbus, Goldendale, 509.773.4471; Pastor David Beseler, Sun Worship 11am, Sun School 9:45 . Call for Zoom services. We’re on YouTube, FaceBook, & Instagram. Mon 6pm prayer meeting.Wed 6pm Youth & Children's groups. For updates: ColumbusABC.org ColumbusABC@embarqmail.com, or call.

CATHOLIC - Holy Trinity Catholic

307 Schuster, Goldendale; Father William Byron, 509.773.4516. Sat Eve Mass 5:30pm; Sun Mass 9am & 10:30am. Eve of Holy Days 7pm; Holy Days 9am. Daily Mass Mon-Fri 9am

CCD Classes Wed 2:15-3:30pm, K thru grade 6; Wed 7-8:30pm grades 7-12. Confessions every other Saturday noon -1pm

EASTERN ORTHODOX

Ss. Joachim & Anna Orthodox Mission

301 NW 2nd St, Goldendale, 907-317-3828; Rev John Phelps; Sat: 5:30pm Vespers; Sun: 8:15am Orthros, 9:30am Liturgy; Wed: 7pm Youth Group; Fri: 9pm Compline

Church Directory

GRACE BRETHREN

Community Grace Brethren

1180 S Roosevelt, Goldendale. 509.773.3388. Sun Svc 10:30am in person. Wed: AWANA 2pm & Youth Group 5pm GoldendaleGrace.com. Watch us on Facebook

Live: Facebook.com/GoldendaleGrace

"Learning - Living - Loving JESUS."

LUTHERAN

Christ the King Lutheran

S Columbus & Simcoe Dr, Goldendale; Pastor David Daugs. 773-5750. Worship services 10

Everyone welcome.

METHODIST - United Methodist

Columbus & Broadway; Pastor Kendra BehnSmith; 509.773.4461. Service times: Worship 9:00am; Adult classes 10:45am; Fall & Winter Children’s Church available during worship. All are welcome. Call the church for regularly scheduled events.

NAZARENE - Church of the Nazarene

124 W Allyn, Goldendale; Pastor Earnie Winn and Pastor Greta Sines. 509.773.4216; Sunday worship 10:45am; Sunday School all ages 9:30am; goldendalenaz@gmail.com.

NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY of GOD

1602 S Columbus, Goldendale; Pastor Kevin Gerchak, 509.773.4650; Sun. School 9:30 ; Morning Worship Service 10:30am; Family Night on Wed. 7pm with programs for ages 3 years through adult.

RIVER of LIFE CHURCH of GOD 2023 Pipeline Rd; Pastors Rod & Cathy Smith, 509-773-3185, Sunday Worship 10:30am; Wednesday Bible Study 7pm RiverofLife222.org

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST

1/2 mile east on Bickleton Hwy. Sabbath School Sat. 9:30am; Worship Service 11am; Pastor Michael Smith; 509.773.4381

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Centerville Community Church 508 Dalles Mountain Road, Centerville, WA 98613; 509-637-3068; Pastor Patti McKern; pastorpatti53@gmail.com; Sunday Worship Celebration 10am

"Find refreshment for your soul and friends for your journey."

Father’s House Fellowship 207 S Klickitat Ave, 509.773.4719. Basic Bible Fellowship 9:30am; Worship 10:30am; Tue. 6:30pm Freedom Now Meeting. “A Gospel-Centered Church.”

I may not be much to look at. But I'll shower you with LOVE.

The “save” rate for shelter dogs & cats that would otherwise have been euthanized is rising. You can take it even higher.

Bus safety tips for back-to-school season

(Family Features)

Another school year means millions of children across the United States will begin and end each day with a bus ride. The way many kids ride to school today, however, is the same as it was 25 years ago—in diesel school buses that have been shown to be harmful to children’s health, the community, and the climate.

Investments are being made to clean up the nation’s school bus fleet, like the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean School Bus Program, which will provide $5 billion over five years to help replace existing buses with low- and zero-emission models. One alternative energy source, propane, is an environmentally friendly and affordable option that can be implemented today to provide a better tomorrow for more students. The lowcarbon emissions energy source is abundantly available and can work in tandem with other energy sources, including electricity, to

that include congregate meals, and Meals on Wheels. The congregate senior meals are served Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Goldendale Senior Center; Mondays and Wednesdays at the Pioneer Center in White Salmon; Tuesdays at the Lyle Lyons Community Center; the first and third Tuesday of the month at the Bickleton Grange; the second Thursday each month at the Trout Lake School; and the third Thursday of the month in Klickitat at the Klickitat Community Center. They’re places where seniors can gather and socialize and have a free meal. They also offer Meals on Wheels out of those sites, where they provide frozen meals throughout the county for seniors who are homebound.

A new focus of KCSS is its Volunteer Connection Program that assists older adults, persons with disabilities, and family caregivers

Yakama Nation on scoping, timing, and format decisions relevant for this additional analysis.”

As to aesthetics, EFSEC essentially said the Carriger Project would be a pair of brown shoes to Goldendale’s tuxedo. Citing the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) criteria for visual consideration, EFSEC said a strong visuals rating would be “the point where the Project “demands attention, will not be overlooked, and is dominant in the landscape.”

“The existing visual character of the area, as described in the VIA [Visual Impact Assessment],” EFSEC’s letter stated, “could be described as typical of agricultural lands with ‘flat to rolling terrain,’ ‘grasses, shrubs, and trees’ that are organically irregular in shape and brown and green in color, and linear, horizontal structural features including ‘fencing, road, utility poles and lines, and agricultural structures.’ The Project would introduce many new visual elements to the area that would contrast with the existing visual character, most prominently solar arrays that are tan, gray, white, and brown in color and linear in structure.

The VIA identified three Key Observation Points (KOPs), numbers 1, 3, and 5, associated with SR 142 and Knight Road from which the Project would have a strong degree of contrast and would ‘dominate’ or ‘co-dominate’ the landscape. The Knight Road KOPs, numbers 3 and 5 in particular, are described in the VIA as viewpoints from which ‘the Project would

move the nation’s school bus fleet further down the path to zero emissions and ensure every child has a safe, clean, healthy ride to school.

In addition to speaking to your children’s school district officials about alternative school bus solutions, there are lessons parents can teach their children about how to remain safe before, during, and after their daily trips on school buses. Consider these tips from the experts at the National Association of Pupil Transportation.

Before the bus arrives

• Ensure backpacks are packed securely so papers and other items don’t scatter as the bus approaches.

• Create a morning routine that puts kids at the bus stop five minutes before the scheduled pickup time. This helps avoid a last-minute rush, when safety lessons are easily forgotten, and ensures kids are safely in place for boarding.

• Encourage children to wear bright, contrasting

by providing non-medical and community resources in their homes to maintain and improve independence, safety, and quality of life. Additionally, it connects active seniors who want to help in their community to volunteer service opportunities.

“Some of that is helping out with the meal sites and doing Meals on Wheels deliveries,” said Carter. “We’ve also expanded that to helping on a social basis, having a friendly visitor.” Volunteer Connection Program Coordinator Isaiah Garcia has worked to recruit volunteers to assist seniors who are also having life safety issues on their property. This could include mitigating fire danger by helping to remove debris from around the home. “A lot of the time you have people who’ve not been able to maintain some of the things at their home, and it’s become a risk, so they’ve

demand attention, would not be overlooked by the casual observer, and would dominate the landscape.’

“The reasonable likelihood that the Project would result in a more than moderate adverse impact on visual aesthetics is further compounded when considered cumulatively with reasonably foreseeable developments, including a planned adjacent solar project that EFSEC is aware of.” EFSEC did not identify that additional planned solar project in its letter.

EFSEC indicated there

colors so they can be seen easier by drivers. Instruct children to walk on the sidewalk. If there is no sidewalk, advise them to stay out of the street, walk single-file, face traffic and stay as close to the edge of the road as possible.

• Walk young children to the bus stop or encourage kids to walk in groups. There is safety in numbers; groups are easier for drivers to see.

• If kids must cross a street, driveway or alley, remind them to stop and

done a number of projects. On community cleanup days, our focus has been on seniors who need help.”

MATS started as a transportation service for seniors only, but in order to expand the bus service KCSS was able to receive additional funding by opening it up to non-seniors as well. This service is designed to enable Klickitat County residents who lack transportation resources to meet their basic needs. It offers dial-a-ride transportation where people can call up and request a ride. Medical appointments are the main priority for this service, and they’re able to provide transportation far outside the county. Carter explained that people living here often have to go outside the county to see medical specialists, and MATS is able to drive them to those locations.

“We travel all throughout the Gorge and also into Port-

was a slim likelihood that any possible aesthetic treatments would be effective.

“While the Carriger Project would only be responsible for its contributions to cumulative visual impacts,” EFSEC added, “it is likely that the cumulative impacts would result in an increased degree of severity for the Project’s visual impacts. While potential mitigation for these impacts can be identified, such as color-treating Project components, revegetation beneath and around Project components, or increasing setbacks from sensitive

• Instruct children to stay at least three steps away from the road and allow the bus to come to a complete stop before approaching it. On the bus ride

• When boarding the bus, items can get bumped and dropped. Caution children that before picking anything up, they should talk to the driver and follow instructions to safely retrieve their possessions.

Leaving the bus

• Remind children to look before stepping off the bus. If they must cross the street, teach them to do so in front of the bus by taking five big steps (approximately 10 feet) away from the front of the bus, looking up, and waiting for the driver to signal it’s safe.

look both ways before crossing. Verify the bus stop location offers good visibility for the bus driver; if changes are needed, talk with nearby homeowners or school district officials to implement changes. Never let kids wait in a house or car, where the driver may miss seeing them approach the bus.

• Remind children the bus stop is not a playground. Balls or other toys can roll into the street and horseplay could result in someone falling into the path of oncoming traffic.

land, Vancouver, Yakima, and Tri-Cities to take people to medical appointments,” Carter pointed out. “We have a lot of people we take to dialysis. Unfortunately, those have gotten a lot more spread out because there’ve been on waiting lists.”

MATS started a fixedroute service in 2018 with shuttles on both sides of the county. The west end route runs between White Salmon, Bingen, and Hood River, and the east end route runs from Goldendale to The Dalles, both routes running Monday through Friday. These shuttles are open to the public, and anyone can ride them.

These are just some of the many services provided by KCSS. Information about everything they offer can be found at the county website at www.klickitatcounty. org/336/Senior-Services.

viewpoints, it is unlikely that these measures would be sufficient to reduce impacts to a level of non-significance.

“Given the environment that the Project would be located in, the likelihood of cumulative impacts in concert with reasonably foreseeable future developments, and the scarcity of effective, available mitigation options for visual impacts, it is likely that there would be significant impacts to visual aesthetics.”

Teach safe riding habits: Stay seated with head, hands, and feet inside at all times; keep bags and books out of the aisle and remain seated until the bus stops moving.

Instruct children to never throw things on the bus or out the windows and to never play with or block emergency exits.

• Remind kids that loud noises are off-limits so they don’t distract the driver. That includes cellphones and other electronic devices; instruct children to put them on mute or use headphones.

demonstrated Gray knowingly submitted false claims and made false statements material to payment by knowingly failing to disclose and misrepresented more than 35,000 bushels of wheat that he sold during crop year 2015, leading to Gray fraudulently receiving $180,428 in indemnity payments to which he was not entitled.

The False Claims Act calls for treble (triple) damages as well as additional penalties for each false claim submitted. Therefore, in addition to finding both Gray and Gray Farms liable, the Court imposed total judgment of $607,284 in treble damages and the maximum possible penalties.

“The Federal Crop Insurance program was created in the wake of staggering losses, poverty, and famine caused by the Dust Bowl,” said United States Attorney Waldref.

“It not only protects our farmers and farm workers, but protects our community’s food supply, and helps to keep food affordable. Attempting to cheat the system by claiming losses for crops that in fact were not lost but that the farm owner successfully sold, is simply unconscionable. I’m so grateful for the exceptional investigative and analytical expert work performed by the USDA’s Office of Inspector General and the USDA’s Risk Management Agency that uncovered this fraud

• For parents who meet their kids at the bus, eliminate the risk of your children darting across the street by waiting on the side of the street where they exit the bus.

Make the bus ride part of your daily “how was school?” discussion. Encourage kids to talk about the things they see and hear on the bus so you can discuss appropriate behaviors and, if necessary, report any concerns to school administrators.

Find more information and learn how to talk to school district officials about adopting clean school buses at BetterOurBuses. com.

during a thorough investigation, and then continued to support the public’s interest during protracted litigation. This case demonstrates that we will work tirelessly and aggressively with our law enforcement partners to pursue fraud against vital programs and to keep our communities safe and strong.”

USDA Risk Management Agency Administrator Marcia Bunger said, “We will continue to uphold the public’s trust in the crop insurance program by working closely with the Office of Inspector General, the Department of Justice and other government agencies to ensure the successful investigation and prosecution of cases involving crop insurance fraud, waste and abuse. The court’s determination in this case should serve as a strong deterrent to others who may contemplate similar actions.”

The investigation was handled by the USDA Office of Inspector General and the USDA Risk Management Agency, Special Investigations Group, while the civil enforcement action was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorneys Tyler H.L. Tornabene and Dan Fruchter, and also by former Special Assistant United States Attorney Allie Jensen.

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E xtra Pool is hot in Goldendale

Zachary

Villar For The SenTinel

On any given evening, you will find people playing pool in Goldendale. With the disappearance of other adult recreational facilities like the bowling alley, pool (or billiards) is one of the few activities in town where adults can gather to socialize and enjoy some friendly competition after a day of work. A growing number of people are joining the Billiard Congress of America (BCA) pool league in Goldendale, with some already going on to have success at BCA tournaments.

The hub of Goldendale’s pool league activity is Hot Rods on

Main Street where owner Darlene Williamson is part of the pool league herself, having started playing the game after becoming co-owner of the bar.

Williamson has had pool in the bar for 15 years but started getting more serious about league play and tournaments within the last five years. She invested in two high-quality, professional-level Diamond brand pool tables.

“We play in the world championship down in Lincoln City, so I bought these tables because this is what they shoot on there,” says Williamson. “They have 88 of them or something like that.”

The Western BCA Pool Players Association hosts their annual

championship tournament in Lincoln City, Oregon, every year in October. Fourteen pool players from Goldendale participated in the tournament last year, and eight of them placed in the top and won cash prizes in 2022.

Hot Rods hosts BCA league play on Tuesday and Thursday evenings starting at 7 p.m. You have to be a BCA member to play, which costs $40 to join, and you can pay that at Hot Rods or join online. The bar also hosts a tournament on Saturdays at 7 p.m. that is open to anyone and sees pool players come in from places like Yakima and beyond to take part. Pool players in Goldendale come from all walks of life, and this inclusivity is one of the aspects that Williamson admires about the game.

“It’s not a sport where you’re out running five miles or something,” Williamson says. “We have people playing from ages 21 to 80, so it’s kind of a broad spectrum of players. It’s fun, and it’s not so exerting. We teach beginners all the time, and everybody’s nice and patient. We were all beginners. You’ve got to start somewhere.”

Melissa McBean was new to the game about three years ago when she and husband Micheal Blanchard joined the league. They were looking for a hobby to do to get out of the house. It started as just one night a week, and now two years later they are playing three nights a week. McBean said it was difficult at first since she was playing against people who were more skilled than her, but she was able to catch on quickly.

“I lost a lot of games, but it motivated me to practice,” McBean says. She’s been able to learn from others with more experience like Mike Rick, who she watches shoot so she can ask him questions after. “Later on, we’ll discuss,

‘Okay, I get that you did this shot, but in what situation does it work and in what situation can I use it?’ I’ve asked every person questions, and they’ve always welcomed them with open arms. They’ve shown me or they’ve taught me, or they tell me, ‘Do this drill, do that drill, learn this, learn that. Understand this concept before you try and move to the next concept.’”

Rick, the current manager of the BCA League in Goldendale, spoke about the popularity of the sport in this town.

“Being as how it’s a rural community with a lot of ranchers, it’s amazing how many ranchers own pool tables,” he says.

“There’s a lot of pool activity that you don’t see behind the scenes. Small towns don’t typically have a large contingent of players. The Dalles is a good example. They have basically about the same number of players we do, but they draw from Hood River, Mosier, and White Salmon. They draw from all over the place. For this small of a town to be that active, it really is pretty impressive.”

Darren Scott has been playing in pool leagues in Goldendale for the past 18 years and remembers playing at Roadhouse 97 before it was the Bavarian Deli and at the bowling alley before it closed. He likes playing at Hot Rods because they have the best tables in town. He and his wife, Taby, appreciate being able to play pool together on their kid-free night and hanging out with the people they’ve met playing the game.

“These are literally our friends; we don’t really have friends outside of this,” says Scott. He sees the pool players in Goldendale like a pool family, a sentiment echoed by several players. Taby never played pool before they met nine years ago, but he got her into it, and now she loves it.

“It’s fun to challenge yourself to do better, learn new shots, learn to do different things,” she says. “I always set myself a goal to beat somebody different who’s better than me.”

A pool player who calls himself Ohio started playing pool

around age eight or nine at his local VFW. He started playing in the BCA league here in Goldendale a couple of years ago and said that it would be good if pool were available for all ages in town because it would give young people something to do. “Keeps them off the street, too,” he says. Regarding his own reasons for playing pool, he says he plays for the love of the game. “I don’t think about it for money. I do it for the game. The league here is great. I recommend to anybody—if they get a chance to do it, join. It’s what we need.” Hot Rods is open Monday through Saturday at 108 W Main St in Goldendale, and the pool tables are always available. The BCA pool league plays there Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7 p.m., and the bar hosts a tournament every Saturday at 7 p.m. that costs $5 to enter and is open for anyone to compete. You don’t need to be part of the BCA pool league to play in the tournament.

Calling all Klickitat County Photographers!

Send us your best shots from ALL FOUR SEASONS for our 2024 photo calendar contest. Here are some past submissions & winners:

To improve your chances of being selected and possibly securing the coveted cover (and winning an Amazon Fire Tablet), please carefully read & follow these instructions:

1. Regarding your camera's settings:

a. Turn of the date/time stamp.

b. Select camera's highest resolution possible.

c. A general rule-of-thumb is that the le size of the jpg photos you submit should be a minimum o 3 MB. Any smaller and it may be too grainy. (Note: our email server will not allow messages at or above 20 MB, so the photo size must be below this.)

2. Submissions must be landscapes or wildlie—we call these naturescapes. Photos containing people will not be accepted. We also discourage (but don't disallow) close-ups; even if they're lovely shots, they are seldom identiable. Please do not take photos from your car.

3. The orientation of your shots MUST BE HORIZONTAL. All vertical shots, no matter how “good,” will be disqualied.

4. Your subject must be in—or seen from—Klickitat County

For example, while neither Mt Hood or Mt Adams are in Klickitat County, they are clearly visible from much of the county.

5. Do not alter, enhance, or add any efects to your photos using any photo editing software.

6. CHANGE THE FILENAME from your camera's cryptic numeric auto-assignments to something that clearly identies the shot (e.g., if it's something like “IMG_12345_54321.jpg,”

change it to something like “2023Aug-GoodnoeHills<YourLastName>.jpg”). Yes, include your last name just before the “.jpg.”

7. Do not embed any photo(s) in the body of your email; the lename(s) will be lost. Instead, send your submissions as attachments only. You may be able to attach up to 5 photos to a single email, while staying under the 20MB per email limit. Check the le sizes as you do this. If any photo is less than 3 MB, its resolution is likely not high enough.

8. In the subject line of your email, enter “2023 Calendar Photo rom <your rst and last name>.”

9. Do not re-send photos you've submitted for this contest in the past. While this will require you to keep your photos well organized, this courteous practice will save us lots of unnecessary time.

Keep in mind: the more photos you submit that meet these criteria, the better your chances of winning. As Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, “Every artist was once an amateur.” You will not be notied if any or your photos are disqualied. Check the paper or GoldendaleSentinel.com for updates and winners.

Additional tips for improving your chances of winning:

• In promoting and expressing the beauty of Klickitat County, we're seeking landscapes and other outdoor scenes that are unique to our magnicent vistas. Close-ups (of leaves, flowers, streams, or animals, for example) will typically not work because they could be taken almost anywhere in the world and are not distinctly Klickitat County.

• Consider composition: avoid power lines, telephone poles, roads, or other man-made structures that may detract from the subject. (Note that really well-crafted photos tend to keep the main subject of-center. There are many tips online for stunning landscape photography, such as tinyurl.com/DigitalCameraWorld-tips - OR - tinyurl.com/NaturescapePhotos Also check out YouTube!)

E-mail your submissions, as follows:

To: 2024Calendar@goldendalesentinel.com

Subject: 2024 Goldendale Calendar-Your First Last Name

Attachment: Change cryptic lename as described in step 6.

Message: Include your rst and last name (yes, again please), a good phone number, and a brief description of the photo.

ON CUE: Taby Scott lines up a shot during BCA league play at Hot Rods

PUBLIC NOTICE

City of Goldendale and Department of Ecology

Shoreline Master Program

The City has prepared final draft SMP amendments to keep the SMP current with changes in state law, changes in other City plans and regulations, and other changed local circumstances. Proposed amendments to the Goldendale SMP are available for review at www.ci.goldendale. wa.us/. A paper copy will be available for viewing at City Hall. SEPA Threshold Determination

The City of Goldendale determined that this proposal does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement was not required under the State Environmental Policy Act, RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This determination of nonsignificance (DNS) was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency and available upon request. This determination was issued pursuant to WAC 197-11-340(2). The SEPA comment and appeal period ran from January 24, 2023, to February 6, 2023.

Public Hearing

A joint local-state public hearing was held during the regular City Council meeting on February 21, 2023. To meet the 60-day notice requirement, on June 5, 2023, the Goldendale City Council adopted resolution 729 expressing their intent to hold a Public Hearing to adopt the updated Shoreline Master Program by ordinance on September 18, 2023. The City’s Shoreline Master Program and all amendments thereto shall become effective 14 days from the date of adoption.

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IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR KLICKITAT COUNTY

In the Matter of the Estate of THEODORE RAYMOND MILLER, Deceased. Case No. 23-4-00054-20 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

RCW 11.40.030

The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred

N otices

by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets.

Date of first publication: August 16, 2023.

/s/ Glenda Ann Beierle

Glenda Ann Beierle, Personal

Representative

Estate of Theodore Raymond Miller

PO Box 2350

The Dalles OR 97058 (3308, 3403, 3502)

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR YAKIMA COUNTY

Estate of JAMES DWAYNE GOATLEY, Deceased. No. 23-4-00575-39

PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

RCW 11.40.020, 030

Retha Stoneking has been appointed as personal representative (“personal representative”) of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which (1) 30 days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1) (c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and RCW 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decadent’s probate and

classifieds

EMPLOYMENT

LATERAL & ENTRY LEVEL CORRECTION OFFICER Klickitat County Civil Service will be testing for the position of Lateral and Entry Level Correction Officer to work for the Klickitat County Sheriff. Applications can be obtained online at the Klickitat County website: https://klickitatcounty. org/ . Contact us via email civilsc@klickitatcounty.org .

Exams will be held on Saturday, August 12, 2023, in Goldendale, WA. $20 exam fee is required for entry level applicants. (9.6)

CONTROL BOARD OP-

ERATOR Klickitat County Civil Service will be testing for the position of Control Board Operator to work for the Klickitat County Sheriff. Applications and job description can be obtained online at the Klickitat County website: https://klickitatcounty.org/ and clicking on the job listing. Any questions or requests can be sent to Klickitat County Civil Service at email civilsc@ klickitatcounty.org . The closing date is 5:00 p.m. on September 8, 2023. Exams will be held on September 9, 2023, in Goldendale WA. A $20 exam fee is required.

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This Just In....

Public Hearing Notices - September 5, 2023 for

General Sewer Plan and Wastewater Facilities Plan

SEPA comments - City of Goldendale

• Request for Proposals: Supply of Aviation Fuel -

Precision Approach Engineering, Inc.

• Notice and Summons by Publication: Paternal Interest in Noah Jess Miller - Office of the Attorney General and Klickitat County Superior Court

• Advertisement for Bids: Irrigation System Installation Services - Roosevelt School District #403

non-probate assets.

Date of First Publication: August 16, 2023

Retha Stoneking, Personal Representative Rickey C. Kimbrough, WSBA# 5230 Attorney for Personal Representative (3313, 3406, 3503)

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Supplemental Budget

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will meet September 5, 2023 at 1:30pm. Please join the meeting at the Klickitat County Services Building in the Chambers of the Board of County Commissioners, or virtually at https://us02web. zoom.us/j/586587651. They will hold a Public Hearing and consider amendments to the 2022 budget as summarized below. Information concerning these changes may be obtained at the Fiscal Services Office, 115 W Court St. Rm 201, by calling 509.773.2331, or viewing this notice and supporting detail on the Klickitat County website at https:// www.klickitatcounty.org/AgendaCenter/Board-of-CountyCommissioners-5. Board of County Commissioners, Dan Christopher, Chairman

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICES

In 2020 a combined General Sewer Plan and Wastewater Facilities Plan for the City of Goldendale was completed by RH-2 Engineering Inc. and is current and still relevant to the City’s wastewater collection and infrastructure needs.

Improvements to the WWTP facilities are proposed, including the influent grit removal, aeration, and solids handling systems. The current grit removal system provides inadequate grit removal, aeration, and solids handling systems.

Over the past two years the city has been working with RH Engineering Inc, to develop design plans to correct the deficiencies. During planning and review of the proposed project, the city determined that a SEPA checklist review would be required. On March 15, 2023, after completion of a SEPA environmental checklist, the city issued a determination of non-significant. The city notified all pertinent agencies with jurisdiction and expertise on such matters as they may relate to the proposed project and potential impacts to the environment. Agencies were provided a 14-day comment period which closed-on April 5, 2023 (no relevant comments were received).

On September 5th, 2023, the City of Goldendale City Council will hold a public hearing to take additional public comments on the project and the SEPA determination of nonsignificant. The Public Hearing will be part of the regular city council meeting and will be held at Goldendale City Hall located at 1103 S. Columbus Avenue at 6:00 PM.

To participate in the Public Hearing remotely: On the date/time shown above, for the best connection to meetings, we recommend that participants download the Zoom desktop or mobile applications, both of which can be accessed at: www.zoom.us/ download and inter the meeting ID # 373 290 5204; the number of online participants is limited 50% capacity. Participants may also use their telephone by dialing the meeting’s teleconferencing number

(415) 762-9988. For questions on how to use Zoom, visit: https://support.zoom.us/ hc/en-us/articles/201362193Joining-a-meeting.

“AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) INFORMATION: The City of Goldendale is committed to providing equal access to its facilities, programs, and services for persons with disabilities. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may contact Goldendale City Hall at 509 773-3771 forty-eight (48) hours before the meeting date to request assistance.

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

The City of Goldendale, a political subdivision of the State of Washington, hereinafter referenced to as “City”, hereby requests proposals for the SUPPLY OF AVIATION FUEL (Avgas/100LL or future replacement) for purchase and resale by the City at the Goldendale Municipal Airport (S20). The Complete Request for Proposal can be obtained by contacting Precision Approach Engineering, Inc. at 541-754-0043.

PROPOSAL PROCESS: It is the proposer’s responsibility to get all updates and addenda.

The City requires one (1) original, signed copy and three (3) copies of the PROPOSAL. Sealed proposals must be submitted on or before 2:00 p.m. (Local) on September 13, 2023, to the City of Goldendale, Attn: Patrick Munyan, City Administrator 1103 S. Columbus, Goldendale, WA 98620, at which time and place they will be publicly opened. The sealed envelope should state “ProposalAviation Fuel Supplier”. Any proposals received after the foregoing date and time will be returned unopened.

The contract is expected to commence on or about October 1, 2023. The City is not obligated to abide by this date and may award the contract before or after this date, depending on circumstances.

Questions may be directed, in writing only, to Patrick Munyan, City Administrator 1103 S. Columbus, Goldendale, WA 98620; 509-773-3771 or pmunyan@ci.goldendale.wa.us.

SELECTION: The City will award the contract to the Bidder that provides the most comprehensive combination of prices, services and support provided as determined by the City. The City reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and waive informalities in the public interest.

The City reserves the right to amend the bid submittal date to a later date if determined to

be necessary by City Staff. Dated this 30th day of August 2023.

City of Goldendale Patrick Munyan, City Administrator (3506)

NOTICE AND SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION

THE STATE OF WASHING-

TON TO: WHOM IT MAY

CONCERN And TO:

Adam Joe Bronson, Alleged Father and the Unknown Biological Father, and Anyone Else Claiming a Paternal Interest in Noah Jess Miller, dob 6/7/23, Dependency Petition #23-7-00017-20 filed June 30, 2023 (natural mother Chrystal Lea Miller); A Dependency Petition was filed; A Fact Finding hearing will be held on this matter on: October 10, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at Klickitat County Superior Court, Juvenile Division, 205 South Columbus Avenue, Goldendale, WA 98620. YOU SHOULD BE PRESENT AT THIS HEARING.

THE HEARING WILL DETERMINE IF YOUR CHILD IS DEPENDENT AS DEFINED IN RCW 13.34.030(6). THIS BEGINS A JUDICIAL PROCESS WHICH COULD RESULT IN PERMANENT LOSS OF YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS.

IF YOU DO NOT APPEAR AT THE HEARING THE COURT MAY ENTER A DEPENDENCY ORDER IN YOUR ABSENCE.

To request a copy of the Notice, Summons, and Dependency Petition, call DCYF at 509.773.7475 To view information about your rights, including right to a lawyer, go to https://www.atg.wa.gov/DPY DATED this 15th day of August 2023.

Renea Campbell, Klickitat County Clerk

By: Nikki Hall

Deputy Clerk (3507, 3602, 3702)

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Notice to contractors providing Irrigation System Installation Services. Notice is hereby given that Roosevelt School District, Roosevelt, WA shall receive bids for irrigation system installation. Bids shall be submitted to the Superintendent at Roosevelt School District, #403 615 Chinook Avenue, Roosevelt, WA 99356 by 2:00 p.m. on or before September 14th, 2023.

The ITB timeline and forms will be located on the Internet at https://www.esd112.org/itbrfp-rfq-contracts/ on August 31st, 2023. (3508, 3603, 3703)

CLEANING/ PAINTING

PRESSURE WASHING

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ABLE Registered Capra di Belli American Alpine dairy goats: Bottle baby does and weathers available, 307321-7113 Goldendale.

MARKETPLACE

$500 OR LESS 1963 small child’s wooden rocking chair. Brown wood finish. Can email photos. Call 773-0300. Price: $18.

TOYS 1960 radio and record player, wood gun rack and 10 tonka toys 1980s $495 takes it all or can separate. Call 509-837-4324

MIS ITEMS Freezer $75 obo 3x2x2, Air Conditioner

$50 OBO, Cedar Chest $50 OBO, Dehumidifier make an offer 541-435-4923 Goldendale.

ULTRA-SUEDE FABRIC, new, dark brown, 3 yds x 59”. Price $20. Call 509773-0300. KIRBY VACUUM cleaner with shampooer $300 509773-4684

POLAR FLEECE FABRIC, black and white plaid, new. 10.6 yds available. Price: $6 per yd. 509-773-0300.

CHIPPER/SHREDDER Champion 244cc 3”, only used 3 times, $475 509773-3343

CANOE 15’ fiberglass with oars $475 509-250-6154

SEWING MACHINE Kenmore, in cabinet with attachments $35 509-773-5362

PLOW BOLTS

boxes

WEBBER BBQ 18” w/ electric starter and 76# of briquettes $50 509-261-2758

MISC: Compressor $200, Generator $350, Metal mobile home stairs $350 509773-5598

CRAFTSMAN 22” LAWNMOWER rear bagger, very good condition, $35 509773-6744

Announcements & Notices

ATTENTION READERS: Readers respond to ads at their own risk. If in doubt about a particular offer, check with the Better Business Protection Agency @ 503-378-4320 before investing any money. This publication assumes no liability over advertisers.

Classified

NAMI is the largest education, support and advocacy organization on mental health in the nation. The Mission of NAMI Oregon is to improve the quality of life of persons with mental illness and of their famillies through support, education and advocacy. Under NAMI Oregon sponsorship, NAMI-Gorge providees a monthly support group meeting for caregivers, friends, and family members of persons with mental illness.

Monthly NAMI Gorge meetings are being conducted the first Thursday of every month from 6 to 7:30pm at The Dalles Library. For information on local NAMI Resources, please contact Barbara Telfer: at 541-980-7264 or by email: booklovinbarbarian@ gmail.com.

For other NAMI information or resources: NAMI Oregon Support Line 1-800-3436264. TOPS OR #443 meets

mornings,

and

only.

OR.

in MAUPIN (open), Mau-

490

24 HOUR AA HOTLINE and meeting information: District 14. 1-833-423-3683 MAC Lung Disease Support Group: for details, please call 541-483-2253 or 541805-5068.

PARKINSON’S Support Group: 1st Thursday of every month, 10:45am11:45am in the Deschutes Room at Waters Edge, 551 Lone Pine Blvd., 2nd

days @ 7pm, call Tess @ 541-298-5104.

STROKE SURVIVORS SUPPORT GROUP Oregon Veterans Home 700 Veteran Drive The Dalles 3rd Thursday of the month 1:30pm-3pm Questions, 541-296-7441 AL-ANON in The Dalles: The Dalles Serenity meeting every Monday at 7pm @ Gateway Presbyterian Church, 1111 Dry Hollow. For more info, call 541-2962677.

NARCOTICS Anonymous: Goldendale, 412 S. Columbus, Tues. @ 6:30pm.

held third Wednesday, every month, at 3:00 pm at FlagStone Senior Living at 3325 Columbia View Drive. For more information about our group, contact Karen Wilson at 541-298-5656. All Welcome.

HAVEN: Weekly counseling groups for victims of domestic/teen dating violence or sexual assault. Biweekly educational classes given in Spanish and English for domestic violence. Call Haven, 541-296-1662.

NA MEETINGS Every Wednesday. 6:30 - 7:30 at the Casa Guadalupe House, 1603 Belmont, Hood River, Oregon.

MOUS meetings please go to gorgeaa.org.

TOPS OR #942 meets at Gateway Presbyterian Church, The Dalles, Thursdays, 5:30-6:30pm.

Volunteers

For more info. call 541-386-2812

RIVERVIEW Al-Anon Family Group in The Dalles: Episcopal Church of St. Paul, 1805 Minnesota, Taylor Hall. Meets every Thursday, 12:30-1:30pm. This meeting is free and open to anyone in the community who is interested in attending.

YOUNG Parents Support Group: ages 15-21, Tues-

Alcoholicos Anonimos Reuniones Jueves 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm St. Paul Episcopal Church 1805 Minnesota St. The Dalles, OR 97058 AL ANON FAMILY GROUPS (Support for family and friends of alcoholics) meets Mondays at noon Pathways to Recovery Riverside Community Church 317 State St. Ruth Wells Room Tuesdays at 7pm St. Mark’s 11th & Eugene Hood River FAMILY Alzheimer’s/Dementia Support Group: family members and friends caring for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia are invited to participate in our Dementia Support Group. Come and gain support and insight from others who are going thru or have gone thru this journey. Join us monthly in a caring environment to discuss your challenges and questions. Meeting

AA in WAMIC (open): Tuesdays @ 7pm, NEW LOCATION! Molly B’s @ 57740 Main St., Tygh Valley, Oregon.

GRIEF SUPPORT

Establishing a Grief Support Group. Please call Natasha 702-755-0778

Survivors of Suicide Loss

Support Group Meets via Zoom the second Tuesday of every month from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. Support group participants have all lost someone to suicide and strive to help each other with their grief journeys and advocacy for suicide prevention. Contact Belinda at 541-386-2500 x1 or belinda.ballah@co.hood-river. or.us to be provided the link for next Zoom meeting.

DEMENTIA Support Group every 3rd Friday at the Oregon Veterans Home, 1:30 - 2:30 pm. 541-296-7190 for info.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY-

Gorge Youth Mentoring (G.Y.M.) a program of The Next Door, is seeking a positive, adult role model for a 7-year-old boy in The Dalles, who is outgoing, talkative, and fun. He enjoys playing basketball, riding bikes, and building things with Legos. He has been waiting to spend a couple days a month with a mentor who could expose him to more outdoor activities and help expand his reading skills. For more information on how to get involved with G.Y.M., please call Kateel at 541-399-0259.

Gorge Youth Mentoring (G.Y.M.) a program of The Next Door, is seeking a positive, adult role model for a 12-year-old girl in The Dalles, who enjoys arts and crafts, animals, and going for walks. She has been waiting to spend a couple days a month with a mentor who could get her out of the house and expose her to more outdoor activities. For more information on how to get involved with G.Y.M., please call Kateel at 541-399-0259.

MENTORS WANTED

Would you enjoy building a meaningful friendship with a child or teen? If so, become a mentor! Gorge Youth Mentoring, a program of The Next Door, provides children

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and teens with community based, one-on-one mentoring relationships with adult volunteers. Right now, 18 youth ages 6 to 21 are waiting to make a new friend. Mentors and youth plan their own activities based on their own schedules, meeting at least twice a month, for one year or more. For more information, visit www.nextdoorinc.org/gym or email gym@nextdoorinc.org

$500 or Less

WANT to sell something in the Budget Classifieds section? If you’re selling ONE item for $500 for less, we’ll place your five-line ad for free for one week! See the $500 or Less Box for exclusions. Call one of our newspapers to play your ad:

Hood River News

541-386-1234

The Dalles Chronicle

541-296-2141 White Salmon Enterprise

509-493-2112

JACOB Doll Antique Upright Piano. Needs to be cleaned and tuned. Free. You Haul.

541-806-0859.

BIKE. Men’s with lock, helmet and manual. Hardly used. $125. 541-490-2074.

TWIN- Size Mattress. (37.5” X 74” and 15 lbs). Used less than one month. Still in bag.

$25. Pick up only in Hood River. 541-490-5922.

KENMORE Electric Clothes Dryer. $275. 30-day warranty. Patrick, 541-298-2687.

TABLE Saw, large. As is.

$350. You haul. 541-7019111.

WASHER & Dryer. Both less than 3 years old. $125 each or $200 both. 509-493-3730.

BANDSAW. Runs, size

22”x22” approx. Cabinet included. Used very little. $40.

Lyle. Text 206-372-7950.

ALUMINUM Wheels (4). 16” Chevrolet 5 lug with 225/55 R16 tires. All for $50. 541354-1748.

WADERS. Hunting waterfowl waders. Shell holders, hand warmers and large front pocket. Supported knee pads and size 8 insulated 1200 gram boot. Hardly used by Caddis. Retail $300, sell for $175. Call/text 541-490-6113, preferably between 8am-6pm.

WINDSURF Kit. 2 boards

$500. 503-575-8242. WADERS

Hunting waterfowl waders. Shell holders, hand warmers and large front pocket. Supported knee pads and size 8 insulated 1200 gram boot. Hardly used by Caddis. Retail $300, sell for $175. Call/ text 541-490-6113, preferably between 8am-6pm.

BIKE. Men’s with lock, helmet and manual. Hardly used. $125. 541-490-2074.

Cats

“ADORABLE KITTENS”

Cute and playful. Vaccinated. Indoor only.

MORE CATS AVAILABLE

TO CHOOSE FROM FREE MICROCHIP!

Call Elizabeth 541-386-5099

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Dogs

PUG Puppies, purebred.

$800. 541-978-8786.

Auctions

ODELL MINI STORAGE AUCTION

3385 Stadelman Dr.

Only $25 hoodrivernews.com or whitesalmonenterprise. com or thedalleschronicle.com

Click on “Classifieds” Click on “Place An Ad”

Motorcycles

1979 YAMAHA XS650 Special SF Motorcycle. $1,900. 541-806-1458. COOTER. 2009 SYM HD200 Scooter. 2,183 miles. Everything in good condition. Runs great. 509637-3790.

Motorhomes

2002 MONTANA Fifth Wheel. 29 1/2’, Arctic package. Two slides. We will deliver and set up. We have dishes to add if needed. An ideal temporary or permanent home. $10,000. 509493-3092.

Apartments for Rent PUBLISHER’S

NOTICE

All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertiser any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sec, handicap, familial state or national origin, or an intention to make any such preferences, limitations or discriminations. Familial state includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of children under 19.

seeking to fill the position of Mental Health Clinician.

This position is full time with great benefits. Criminal record may disqualify. Must have drivers license, pass background, drug, physical and other testing as indicated by the position. Per OHA mandate, COVID vaccination required. Application & full job description available at https://www.norcor.co/ adult/jobs/ or @ NORCOR Admin. Office 201 Webber Street, The Dalles. Open until filled. 541-298-1576.

LIVE & WORK in

JAPAN

The Hood River-Tsuruta Sister City Committee is seeking an individual to live and work in Tsuruta, Japan as the sister city program’s Coordinator of International Relations.

This is a salaried position with benefits including housing assistance. This position requires a minimum one-year commitment. Essential duties include teaching English to students of all ages, maintaining lines of communication between the two cities, assisting with exchange activities and planning cultural events.

Applicants must be a resident of Hood River and either hold a bachelor’s degree or obtain one by June 30, 2023. For more information and additional application requirements contact LisaAnn Kawachi at lisakawachi@yahoo. com or 541-490-0338.

SEASONAL HOSPITALITY CONCIERGE

Condon, OR

Full time September 2023 thru April 7th, 2024. Salary $38k to $45k Responsible for providing the highest level of guest services to visitors of Highland Hills Ranch. Please send Cover letter and resume to info@ highlandhillsranch.com

NOW HIRING FOSTER PARENTS!

CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT

North Central Public Health District is currently looking for a Certified Medical Assistant / Immunization Coordinator who will work under the general supervision of the Clinical Programs Supervisor and performs a wide range of delegated routine clinical and administrative duties. The CMA assists the healthcare provider team in the delivery of patient care in the clinic setting, interacts with patients both in person and by phone, and provides outstanding customer service to patients, families, and co-workers. Duties include but are not limited to rooming patients, taking vital signs, point of care testing, collecting and packaging lab specimens, vaccine administration, documenting and ordering labs in the electronic medical record system, ordering and maintaining inventory for all clinical and vaccine supplies, and acting as the primary Vaccines for Children (VFC) contact for the organization. Salary: $3,906 - $5,097 /month, +benefits (full-time; Monday – Friday schedule) Visit our website at www. ncphd.org to see if you meet the minimum qualifications to apply for this position.

HOOD RIVER COUNTY IS HIRING: Admin. Assistant – Civil Division Technician Sheriff’s Office Visit: www.hoodrivercounty.gov Services; Employment

PET/ FARMSITTER

One to five overnights needed. Small equine, goat, dogs, cats, and birds. Animal experience and three references required. Must live near The Dalles. Good fit for retired person, college student, or part-time employed. Non-smokers. $100 per day plus options. 541705-5113.

SKAMANIA COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT PLANNING DIRECTOR

Salary Range $5,954$7,100 per month, depending on qualifications, Benefit Package (Health, Retirement, Life Insurance, Accrued PTO)

Full job description and County application can be found at: https://www. skamaniacounty.org/departments-offices/humanresources

Signed applications may be submitted as follows: Via Email: Humanresources@co.skamania.wa.us or In Person or Via Postal: Skamania County Courthouse 240 NW Vancouver Avenue PO Box 790 Stevenson, WA 98648

Candidates who wish to deliver their applications may do so Monday through Thursday from 7:30am5:30pm. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Skamania County is an equal opportunity employer. THE TICKET to a dream job might be a scam. Please be cautious!

High-Paying Postal Jobs! No Experience Required! Don’t pay for information about jobs with the Postal Service or Federal Government. Call the Federal Trade Commission toll free @ 1-877-FTC-HELP, or visit www.ftc.gov to learn more. A public service message from Teh Dalles Chronicle and the FTC.

CENTER MANAGER

Columbia Arts seeks an enthusiastic, goal-oriented self-starter to fill the position of Center Manager. The Center Manager will provide administrative leadership for the 501(c)3 nonprofit community arts organization and manage the Columbia Center for the Arts facility (“CCA”). CCA is located in

than one month. Still in bag. $25. Pick up only in Hood River. 541-490-5922.

MARQUEE Sign Light. scrolling 28 inch LED, programmable. $145. 541-2982687.

Miscellaneous Wanted WANTED: Old Rock Collections Agate, jasper, jade, mineral specimens, etc. 541-399-5039. Tools

ALUMINUM Lift Platform/ Basket (from Genie TZ3420). Two available. $450 each. Call Jeff, 541-7019111.

CONCRETE Vibrator. Vibermite VMF 2500. Patrick, 541-298-2687.

BANDSAW. Runs, size 22”x22” approx. Cabinet included. Used very little. $40. Lyle. Text 206-372-7950.

TABLE Saw, large. As is. $350. You haul. 541-7019111.

SIGHT Level, David White

LP6-20 with target rod.

$200. 541-298-2687.

Sporting Goods NOTICE

Certain laws and restrictions, as well as registration requirements,

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any adverting for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-6699777, TTY/TDD: 1-800-9279275.

Roommates Wanted

Apply today to list your rental with Turns 4 Tenants!

The Turns 4 Tenants program is a community-based housing initiative that offers incentives for local homeowners and landlords who rent to full-time Meadows or Cooper Spur employees. Qualified landlords who successfully rent to eligible MHM/CSMR employees are eligible to receive a complimentary Value Pass (additional incentive options available, program guidelines apply).

Scan the QR code to apply today, or email housing@skihood.com for more information.

Duplexes/ Multiplexes DUPLEX For RENT WHITE SALMON - Duplex for Rent. Cozy 2 bedroom duplex near downtown White Salmon in a quiet neighborhood with lots of walkers. The bedrooms are spacious and there is ample storage. A single car garage to put your car in out of the weather. W/D hook up. The backyard has place in the for a fire pit. Small pet ok. Call Heather at 509-637-9580.

Help Wanted MENTAL

NORCOR Corrections is

The Next Door, Inc. (TNDI) is hiring full-time foster parents to work with youth, ages 6-18. Applicants must live in Hood River or Wasco Counties. TNDI provides 24-hour support, free training, paid days-off and up to $1800 tax-free/month, for each youth. Bonus also offered for completion of certification! Contact 541308-2207 or visit www.nextdoorinc.org/fosterparent to apply.

DEPENDABLE CAREGIVERS

Needed to assist adults w/ developmental disabilities. No experience needed. Full Time with benefits. Paid training. $19.00 per hour plus $1,000 sign-on bonus. andyb@forcci.org

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REPORTER

Reporter position based in the beautiful Columbia River Gorge. Serving The Gorge area of Oregon and across the river in Washington.

The Regional publication has offices in Hood River and The Dalles, Oregon and in White Salmon, Washington.

The newspaper publishes once weekly and posts online web and social media content regularly. This is a great opportunity to expand your journalism experience.

This entry-level position requires the ability to cover a variety of general news including government, state and city along with feature stories and specialty publications. The reporter will be focused on a variety of beats throughout the Gorge communities and will require reliable transportation.

The candidate will be self-motivated, but team-oriented with the desire to learn and write about a variety of people and topics. The ability to be organized and meet deadlines is a must. The candidate should offer a willingness to provide positive public relations on behalf of the Columbia Gorge News within the communities it serves. AP writing style and technology skills a plus, along with an eye and talent for photography.

Send resume, references and at least 3 samples of work to: Chelseam@gorgenews.com or PO Box 390, Hood River, OR. 97031.

www.ColumbiaGorgeNews.com

Rosauers Supermarkets

Where every job is a fresh opportunity. Apply today!

www.rosauers.com

HOOD RIVER COUNTY IS HIRING:

Hood River County Administrator

Visit: www.hoodrivercounty.gov

Services; Employment

HOOD RIVER COUNTY IS HIRING: Parks and Building Technician I

Visit: www.hoodrivercounty.gov Services; Employment

LOOKING for a new job?

Browse employment ads from throughout the Gorge on our classified websites: thedalleschronicle.com hoodrivernews.com whitesalmonenterprise. com

INSURANCE AGENT

Alan-Smith Insurance agency is looking for a full-time insurance agent. The position requires strong customer service skills with the ability to sell and market insurance products to a diverse set of customers. Insurance agent license will be required by the position start date, not required for interview. Starting salary $25 per hour, reviewed annually for advancement. Please e-mail your resume to info@asmithinsurance.com.

SKAMANIA COUNTY

Cleaning

WINDOW & GUTTER CLEANING MOSS

REMOVAL

(All screens and windows washed by hand including high windows)

Commercial, Residential, New Construction, Sticker Removal and Vacation Rentals

com 509-493-2112

NOTICE

Oregon Construction Contractors Law (ORS 701) requires that all businesses that advertise remodeling, repair, home improvements or new construction be registered with the Construction Contractors Board. Registration means contractors have a bond and insurance. Home inspection businesses also must be certified which means the inspector has passed a test and must comply with standard of practice and behavior. For your protection, call 503-378-4621, ext. 4900 to check an inspector’s certification. Notice to Contractors Washington State Law (RCW 18.27.100) requires that all advertisements for construction-related services include the contractor’s current Department of Labor and Industries registration number in the advertisement. Failure to obtain a certificate of registration from L & I or show the registration number in all advertising will result in a fine up to $5000 against the unregistered contractor. For more information, call Labor & Industries Specialty Compliance Services at 1-800-647-0982 or check

L & I’s Internet site at www. wa.gov

Will Travel Anywhere in Washington & Oregon

REASONABLE RATES

Serving the Gorge for Over 15 Years

REFERENCES AVAILABLE

CALL TODAY FOR FREE ESTIMATES

TORRES WINDOW

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COLUMBIA HOME

MAINTENANCE Cleaning - Painting and Windows FREE ESTIMATES 541-380-1962 OR#60590

WENDY’S SPOTLESS CLEANING

Excellent quality cleaning using 100% non-toxic products for your home. Offering deep cleaning for difficult jobs or routine home cleaning across The Gorge. For estimates call Wendy, 541-645-3595

Construction

OREGON Construction Contractors Law requires that all those who advertise remodeling, repair, or

maximum value

write off for your taxes. Running or not! All conditions accepted. Free pickup. Call for details, 855-635-4229.

ELIMINATE GUTTER CLEANING

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Call 1-888360-1582.

PREPARE FOR POWER OUTAGES today with a GENERAC home standby generator. $0 money down + low monthly payment options. Request a FREE Quote. Call now before the next power outage: 1-888-674-7053.

Check It Out

Jan Johnston, Collection Manager

Fort Vancouver Regional Library District

You can email Jan at readingforfun@fvrl.org

New at the Library

FICTION

“Beneath Dark Waters” by Karen Rose.

“Fearless” by M.W. Craven.

“Out of Nowhere” by Sandra Brown.

NONFICTION

“The Art of Clear Thinking: A Stealth Fighter Pilot’s Timeless Rules for Making Tough Decisions” by Hasard Lee.

“Autism and Education: The Way I See It: What Parents and Teachers Need to Know” by Temple Grandin.

“The Sacred Life of Bread: Uncovering the Mystery of an Ordinary Loaf” by Meghan Murphy-Gill.

CHILDREN

“The Human Kaboom” by Adam Rubin.

“Molly, Olive, and Dexter Play Hide-and-Seek” written and illustrated by Catherine Rayner.

“Special Delivery: A Book’s Journey Around the World” written by Polly Faber, illustrated by Klas Fahlen.

This is just a small sampling of the many new titles added each week to the Fort Vancouver Regional Library District collection. Visit the district’s 15 locations, our website at www.fvrl.org, or call (360) 906-5000 to reserve titles or nd additional listings.

Five tips to be an after-school mealtime hero

(Family Features) It’s one of the busiest times of the year, meaning managing mealtimes can be tough as families navigate the school year hustle. Between school, work, extracurriculars, and social activities, it can be overwhelming to figure out what to eat and when.

Put your worries aside and become a true after-school hero with these timesaving, delicious meal-planning strategies while giving back to communities in need.

Conquer your next grocery trip

When it’s time for a grocery run, write down everything you need, perhaps on your phone’s notetaking app, being sure to take inventory of ingredients you already have on hand. Keeping the list handy can make your trip to the store efficient while helping you stay on track, avoid multiple trips, and prevent buying excess or unnecessary items.

Champion your inner meal planning

One of the first steps in meal planning should be making a list of all the meals you and your family enjoy on a regular basis. Compiling this list can help simplify weekly dinner plans and reduce stress at the grocery store. Include simple recipes like sandwiches, tacos, or chili. If you want to make an easy, tasty dinner to save the day, consider something simple like chicken fried rice. All you need is 15 minutes and Ben’s

Original Ready Rice, chicken breast meat, peas, carrots, reduced-sodium soy sauce, garlic powder, and eggs. As you try new recipes, add any family favorites to the list and consider reinventing classics by bringing in a different side dish like rice and grains to give them a whole new spin.

Come to the rescue with simple prep hacks

Before you plan your meals for the week, take a look at your calendar. On days that include evening activities, opt for easy-to-prepare meals or slow cooker- or air fryer-friendly recipes to save time. Leave more complex meals for less busy days or weekends, and don’t be afraid to schedule a weekly leftover night to empty out the fridge before your next trip to the grocery store.

Take advantage of pantry staples

Turning to your pantry for afterschool snacks and quick meals can help keep busy nights from getting even more hectic. For example, the entire portfolio

of Ben’s Original Ready Rice – Whole Grain Brown Rice, Jasmine, Spanish Style and more – can help provide tasty, convenient meal options that are ready in just 90 seconds. Plus, until Nov. 12, for every $1 spent on participating products, $1 will be donated to No Kid Hungry through the “Be an After-School Hero” program, which can help provide 2.5 million meals to those who need them most. Be a prep day warrior Setting aside some time— maybe a couple of hours on the weekend—to prep food for the week’s meals can help stretch your time and allow more moments to enjoy meals around the table as a family. This time can be used to cut, brown, and divide proteins into portions; chop or slice fruits and vegetables; prepare one-pan dishes; make sauces; and more. Fight mealtime fatigue and make school night meals a cinch with more ideas and recipes at BensOriginal.com.

The Postscript

Apple Empanadas

Usually, just as I am getting close to leaving Mexico, I find some absolutely irresistible treat and have to eat it every single day until I leave.

I arrive back in the U.S. a few pounds heavier, wondering how I ever got so carried away. I return to my more or less normal eating habits and more or less normal weight, only to return and discover some new treat across the border.

This week, it was apple empanadas.

I didn’t know what an empanada was. I thought it was a sort of meat sandwich and not something I’d get excited about. That was until Jorge, our benevolent landlord (possibly too benevolent), showed up at our doorstep with a small plate. On the plate were two large, crispy, perfectly browned triangles covered in cinnamon sugar and filled with apples.

“For you!” He explained, unnecessarily. “Empanadas!”

It was midafternoon and not exactly our coffee and pastry hour. (Full disclosure: My husband, Peter, and I didn’t have a coffee and pastry hour, although this soon changed.) We cut one of those apple empanadas in half and tried it. And that was pretty much it. We ate the second empanada. Then, I went downstairs to find Jorge.

“Where do we get more of these?”

Jorge laughed and gave me directions, but no address. The next day, I went hunting.

“But only after 2 p.m.!” he warned me.

Jorge said it was near the flower shop. There was a bakery across the street, but I’d been in there, and there were no empanadas.

San Miguel is a historic town, so they don’t put up much permanent signage. They will hang a shingle out when they are open and take it down at night. Many times, I have walked right by a business with no way to

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-Carrie

recognize it after it was closed.

On my first day, I found no sign of empanadas. On the second day, I asked a couple of gringos nearby, and they knew nothing about them. On the third day, I went into the flower shop and asked in Spanish. The owner pointed to the bakery.

“No, not the bakery.” I told him it was empanadas, specifically, I was looking for.

The people in San Miguel are used to being asked stupid questions. They answer the same stupid questions over and over, and then gringos come up with new ones.

The owner of the flower shop stopped working on the roses at his table. He took me gently by the arm and guided me out the door. I wondered where we were going. He walked directly to the bakery that I had, by now, passed at least half a dozen times.

“Here are empanadas,” he told me. Still, I doubted.

I stepped inside. There they were.

Miraculously, a whole new selection of baked goods had appeared. Because a crispy apple pastry was something I would eat in the morning, I expected them to be there in the morning. But that would be foolish if you wanted to eat them warm and fresh from the oven in the afternoon, as they do in San Miguel.

I got the last two on the tray and brought them home to Peter.

“Now we’re in trouble!” I announced as we ate an empanada each.

But, before I went home, I stopped at the flower shop to thank the store owner. The vocabulary I have in Spanish to explain that I am stubborn and pigheaded is limited. And now I think I should do something about that—both the vocabulary and the stubbornness.

by Timothy Parker

Jackie Robinson

Superstars don’t always come from big cities. As a matter of fact many of them come from small towns. Towns that would never be known to anyone but those that live there. These super athletes, musicians and actors come from all over the globe to gain fans and fame. Sometimes their fame is like a shooting star. It’s there and gone in what seems like a heartbeat. At other times the star rises and never sets. The impression made is so impactful that it changes the world. Jack Roosevelt Robinson, “Jackie”, is one of those stars that will shine forever.

Jackie did not begin life as a superstar. His grandparents had been slaves and his parents were sharecroppers. Jackie’s dad left the family before Jackie’s first birthday. His mom decided to move the family to Pasadena, California, where her brother lived. She thought life as a single mom would be easier there than in Georgia. But racism was the same no matter where the family lived and Jack would face racism his whole life. As a kid he played sports in school and then went on to college where he set records in more than one sport. In 1942 he was drafted into the army where once again he faced racism. He was placed in a segregated unit. This meant that the black soldiers were separated from the white soldiers. While in the army, Jackie was riding an army bus. The bus driver told him to move to the back of the bus. He refused and was arrested. There was a letter written by Jackie Robinson to a lawyer that mentioned “Fair Play”. This was a phrase that would come up for the rest of his life. Jackie just wanted to be given a fair chance in life no matter what color he was. Jackie left the army in 1944. At that time there were two baseball leagues. One for white players and one for black players. Jackie signed on to play for the Kansas City Monarchs, a team in the Negro Baseball league, in 1945. He was only in Kansas City for five months but he made a huge impression during that time. It wasn’t very long after he joined the Monarchs that he met a man named Branch Rickey. Branch wanted Jackie to join the MLB and play for the Brooklyn Dodgers. He said he was looking for someone who wasn’t just a good player but a good person. He told Jackie that the first black player in the MLB would have to have confidence and good character. Jackie agreed that he could be that person.

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On April 15, 1947 Jack Roosevelt Robinson walked out in front of more than 20,000 baseball fans. People booed, threw things at him and threatened his life. Players on his team and others tried to make him quit. They did not want to play with a “Negro”. From town to town and field to field Jackie faced these racist behaviours quietly and with dignity. He made friends and fans began to love him. Jackie Robinson ended his first year of Major League Baseball as the MLB Rookie of the Year. His explosion into professional baseball made it possible for other black players to follow in his steps, but they had some pretty big shoes to fill. In the next 10 years he would be on six all-star teams, was voted MVP in 1949 and helped the Dodgers win the World Series in 1955. In 1956 number 42, Jackie Robinson would retire.

After Jackie retired he continued to work for the equal rights of African Americans right up until the day of his death. At the age of 53 Jackie Robinson died of a heart attack. Every year on April 15th every player in the MLB puts on the number 42 to celebrate Jackie Robinson day. His bravery, athleticism, belief in himself and his actions will keep him living in the hearts of people for centuries to

- Jackie Robinson

Jackie at UCLA In the Army As a Brooklyn Dodger

Jackie Robinson and Branch Rickey