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OUR 5 CORE VALUES
Gratitude: FOCUSed on appreciating our customers, community and team.
Making your comfort our FOCUS
Integrity: FOCUSed on honesty, accountability and dependability.
Care: FOCUSed on comfort, health and well-being.
Commitment: FOCUSed on delivering quality and reliability.
Respect: FOCUSed on patience, kindness and understanding.
Chemeketa Graduates: The Backbone of Our Community
From the paramedics saving lives to the dental assistants ensuring your brightest smile, Chemeketa Community College graduates are everywhere, making a difference.
They are the auto mechanics keeping you on the road, the electricians powering your homes and businesses, and the skilled professionals driving our local economy forward.
Our community depends on their expertise, and so do local employers. At Chemeketa, we provide the training and hands-on experience needed to build a healthy, strong, and thriving community.
Will you be among our next group of graduates?
Explore our diverse career education pathways in healthcare, skilled trades, technology, and beyond. Your future starts here.
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CHEMEKETA BOND
Career & Technical Education Bond Information (Measure 24-513)
On May 20th, voters will have the opportunity to consider a ballot measure which would fund an expansion of Career and Technical Education-CTE programs, teaching & learning spaces, campus safety, and building infrastructure maintenance.
If passed, this bond will retain the expiring Chemeketa Community College Bond Rate of $.27/$1,000 of assessed property value.
See what projects the bond will fund at go.chemeketa. edu/bond or scan this QR code.
MAY IS SKIN CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
Stay Safe in the Sun!
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S., and it’s also one of the most preventable. As you head outside to enjoy the warmer weather and fresh air, remember to protect yourself from the sun’s harmful UV rays.
Reduce your risk of skin cancer with these tips from our experts at Valley View Dermatology:
Avoid sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV rays are the strongest. Keep sunscreen and an umbrella in your car, in case you need them.
Wear sun-protective clothing, such as a lightweight and long-sleeved shirt, pants, a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses. For more effective protection, select clothing with an ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) of 30 or higher on the label.
Apply sunscreen that is broad-spectrum and waterresistant with an SPF of 30 or higher to all skin not covered by clothing. Remember to reapply every two hours or after swimming or sweating.
Get your skin checked. A yearly full-body skin check is recommended after age 25. Call to schedule your skin check today.
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75 Years of Excellence
Valley View Dermatology has offered the highestquality, comprehensive skin care since 1950. Our premier clinics provide the most advanced general, surgical and cosmetic procedures to patients of all ages in Salem, the Willamette Valley and the Oregon Coast.
Celebrating 20 Years!
State-of-the-art heating and cooling for the Stayton community
By Kelly Romo and Dennis McNabb, Active Media
Photos courtesy of Focus Heating & Cooling
This year marks the 20th anniversary of Focus Heating & Cooling serving the Santiam Canyon and greater Salem communities. That’s right, folks, 20 years, and since only 20% of small businesses last that long, this is a milestone to be celebrated! For husband and wife owners Jason and Janci Burns, it is confirmation that running their business with integrity and heart can make all the difference. Since 2005, they have worked tirelessly to ensure that customers, employees, and the greater community are all treated with the utmost care and respect. And it shows! So, Happy Anniversary, Focus Heating & Cooling, and congratulations!
To punctuate such an amazing accomplishment, the business has also been nominated for the Business of the Year award from the Stayton/Sublimity Chamber of Commerce (an award they won last year!). Nominated alongside other community gems such as the Santiam Hospital, Stayton Cooperative Telephone Company (SCTC), A & W, and K’s Koffee, win or lose, Jason and Janci are just honored to be nominated. Janci,
so generous and such a staunch supporter of the broader community, even admitted to rooting for K’s Coffee since she was so enamored with their product and service!
Focus Heating & Cooling is a peerless example of what a locally owned and operated business can achieve. Since day one, they have always understood that customer service should be the highest priority, and they treat their crew and their communities with the respect they deserve. Integrity and transparency are equally important and they have always worked to ensure that every customer is provided with the necessary information to make informed decisions without pressure. Fundamentally, they prioritize people and long-lasting relationships over one-time in-and-outs and cash grabs.
By gently encouraging people to utilize one of their maintenance programs, Focus Heating & Cooling seeks to ensure your HVAC unit runs at optimal performance and energy efficiency (which benefits both the environment and your pocketbook). In terms of services, they offer a wide range of options, including basic installations, maintenance services, ductwork solutions, gas furnace installation, gas piping services, venting of appliances, and designing heating systems for light commercial projects. They offer free installation bids and include all applicable rebates and incentives upfront! They do all of the research and paperwork necessary to give you the best price possible, something you won’t get with most competitors!
As a matter of principle, Focus Heating & Cooling donates $5 out of every service call to essential organizations and charities. For Valentine’s Day, they just gave away a Heat Pump to a local first responder. To further support the community, they are holding a Customer/Community/Employee Appreciation Day on Saturday, May 17th from 10 am - 2 pm. Come down to their location at 637 Wilco Road in Stayton for hamburgers, hot dogs, prizes, and more! You can also call 503-749-7583 or check their website at: focusheatingandcooling.com.
Peter Rabbit (2018)
A perfect movie for springtime, this is an adventurous modern retelling of Beatrix Potter’s beloved classic, full of energy and sweet humor. The story follows the mischievous Peter Rabbit as he and his rabbit siblings wage a rivalry with Thomas McGregor for control of their country garden. With gorgeous animation, a charming English countryside, and a story full of slapstick comedy, the movie captures the air of renewal and adventure that defines spring. Unlike the original books, where old Farmer McGregor is the rabbits’ main adversary, this movie introduces Thomas McGregor, his great-nephew. A meticulous cityslicker from London, Thomas inherits his late uncle’s farm and initially wants to sell it — until he discovers Peter and his family invading the garden. What follows is a ridiculous rivalry between Thomas and the rabbits. The movie offers a surprisingly heartfelt journey about family, friendship, and learning from your mistakes. Starring James Corden, Rose Byrne, Domhnall Gleeson, Margot Robbie, Daisy Ridley, and Elizabeth Debicki. Rated PG for some rude humor and action.
The Sound of Music (1965)
Few movies capture spring quite like The Sound of Music. The story follows Maria, a free-spirited postulant (woman training to be a nun), who is sent to be the governess for seven von Trapp children. Through music, kindness, and an unshakable zest for life, Maria breathes new life into the family — just as Austria faces the impending rise of the Nazi regime. The stunning outdoor cinematography, from the lush meadows to the blossoming romance between Maria and the Captain, makes the movie feel as fresh and invigorating as spring itself. And this is more than just a picturesque musical — as the von Trapps face difficult choices under Nazi occupation, their courage and devotion to each other creates a powerful message of hope and resilience. The movie somehow blends joy, romance, and suspense, making it an unforgettable experience. Starring Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer, Eleanor Parker, Richard Haydn, and Peggy Wood. Rated G, but please note themes of Nazi occupation, strict parenting, traditional gender roles, and religious life.
Spring Facts:
10 Things I Hate About You (1999)
Young love, springtime in high school, and prom. A loose, modern adaptation of Shakespeare’s comedy “Taming of the Shrew,” 10 Things is an iconic ’90s teen rom-com. The story follows Kat, the “shrew” (a smart, independent, rebellious woman) and her sister Bianca. Bianca wants to date but can’t until Kat does. Cameron, a new student, falls in love with Bianca but she wants to date Joey, a rich bad boy. So Cameron schemes with his friend Michael: convince Joey to pay moody outcast Patrick Verona to date Kat, thus allowing Joey to date Bianca (and unofficially allowing Cameron to date Bianca eventually). Like most rom-coms, there’s a relationship reversal — Patrick really falls for Kat, Bianca realizes that Joey is a jerk and Cameron is actually great. However, Kat soon discovers the scheme and is heartbroken. But in true rom-com fashion, there’s a dramatic reconciliation where Kat confesses her feelings for Patrick as well as the 10 things she hates about him. Starring Julia Stiles, Larisa Oleynik, Joseph GordonLevitt, Heath Ledger, and more. Rated PG-13 for crude humor, brief strong language, and some sexual references.
* The Spring Equinox, usually around March 20th or 21st, marks the day when daytime and nighttime are nearly equal in length, signaling the official start of spring in the Northern Hemisphere.
* Spring is crucial for plant life because it’s the time when many plants break dormancy. As temperatures rise and days lengthen, plants begin to bloom and grow, using the energy from the sun to fuel their photosynthesis and bloom in vibrant colors.
* Many bird species migrate during the colder months and return in spring to breed. These birds follow seasonal patterns and rely on the availability of insects and plants that peak in spring to nourish themselves and raise their young.
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