Woodburn Community Advantage Magazine September 2023

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Dentistry You Can Trust

Offering dental care that reflects your needs

By Patti Jo Brooks, Contributing Writer

Smiles are a cherished form of communication. Think of your own mother’s smile, or maybe your dad’s, or that hard-to-please teacher’s when you got it so right. Schuyler Family Dentistry & Orthodontics is about far more than general dentistry. Developing and maintaining a healthy smile can go a long way towards one’s overall health and well-being. A healthy mouth is necessary for a healthy body, and a confident smile can hold the key to a successful connection.

Cleanings, crowns, fillings, and root canals, Schuyler Family Dentistry & Orthodontics (pronounced Sky-ler) performs all the basics. In addition, Schuyler Family Dentistry & Orthodontics is proud to be a certified Invisalign® provider. This innovative orthodontic process of straightening teeth with a virtually invisible correction appliance is a “convenient and comfortable option to achieve the smile you’ve always wanted.” Among the host of additional procedures and treatments offered are singlevisit CEREC® tooth restorations, and KÖR® Whitening Deep Bleaching System which “can restore the beauty of your smile in just two weeks.”

Growing up in a small rural town along the Oregon coast, Dr. Joshua Schuyler relates how his youthful memories steered him towards dentistry. “I had a really good experience with my orthodontist,” he says. “As a kid, I personally benefited from braces, so that was always something I was interested in.” During college he continued an interest in healthcare, enjoying both the hands-on and the artistic side as well as the scientific aspect of dentistry. Holding a B.S. in biology from Oregon State University and a Doctorate in Medical Dentistry from OHSU, Doctor Joshua Skyler developed a practice which has served the Woodburn community since 2008. He has recently added a Hubbard location to the practice. Dr. Schuyler’s wife, Nirvana, is also a dentist, and owns a practice in Tigard. Dedicated to improving smiles and providing the most comprehensive care available, Dr. Schuyler strives to provide everything possible under one roof. Associate

dentists are upbeat, experienced, and kind. Employees enjoy a warm and friendly work environment and love to socialize outside the office as well. Team Building events include scavenger hunts, lunches, and art events such as making tie-dyed bags for orthodontic patients to take home. Community involvement includes sponsorships for North Marion and Woodburn schools, as well as local canned food and toy drives.

Schuyler Family Dentistry & Orthodontics is located at 1325 N Pacific Hwy. in Woodburn. Call (503) 902-4911 or visit their website at schuylerfamilydentistry.com.

“One of the most exciting aspects of dentistry is how it is constantly advancing. Research leads to technological innovations, new materials, and changes to techniques. I love furthering my knowledge and skills to better serve our patients.”

— DR. JOSHUA SCHUYLER

AUTUMN FALL LEAVES BACK TO SCHOOL CIDER CRISP HARVEST CORN

Bloomin’ Good Time

August and September is Dahlia Festival

for its original location a few miles downriver from downtown Portland, the operation calls Canby home. Now managed by the second and third generations, Swan Island Dahlias remains the nation’s largest dahlia grower.

Primarily a mail-order company, Swan Island Dahlias ships more than 500,000 tubers across the U.S. and Canada every spring. However, the Gitts family offers fresh-cut flowers during the summer months, along with a charming farm and gift shop open year-round that is undergoing a huge remodel, set to open this fall.

To celebrate the blooms, Swan Island Dahlias hosts the nation’s largest dahlia festival in August and September with something for everyone: art classes, music concerts, food trucks, a Sunday Market and, of course, gorgeous fields for strolling among 375-plus varieties.

By Hilary Berg, Staff Writer

In 1927, Charles Lindbergh made his famous solo, non-stop transatlantic flight in the Spirit of St. Louis. The same year, Swan Island Dahlias planted their first tubers. For Oregonians, there’s no need to catch a plane to experience the almost 40 acres of stunning dahlias in full bloom from August to September. With no admission or parking fees, visitors can witness the stunning display of colors and textures that inspire art, poetry and more in the charming town of Canby. For Nicholas Gitts and his family, dahlias are their everyday, and have been since 1963. Although the company is named

For Swan Island Dahlias manager Heather Gitts-Schloe, Mikayla Miranda remains one of her favorites. “She is stunning, low growing, a great cut flower and a show stopper!” As for the most unusual, Schloe says look for the Japanese Bishop with its striking black foliage and red flowers.

While visiting, be sure to choose some tubers to order for your own garden. In Oregon, Schloe recommends waiting until the ground is workable and warm to plant — typically around Mother’s Day, as you can plant usually late April through May.

She offers more advice: “In our climate, do not water the tubers when you plant them. Instead, wait to water them when the green sprout appears above the ground. Then, they will need lots of deep watering during the summer months to thrive in full sun.”

Whether you’re seeking fresh-cut flowers or tubers to create your own mosaic of blooms, Swan Island is THE place for dahlias. Mark your calendars, clean your vases and get ready for unforgettable arrangements.

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¿Qué?

¿Qué es una hipoteca inversa? Es un préstamo hipotecario especialmente para que las personas mayores aprovechen y utilicen el capital. (La diferencia entre cuánto vale tu propiedad y cuánto tadavia debes por el préstamo) de su casa. Hay diferentes tipos de préstamos hipotecarios inversos.

¿Quién?

¿Quién puede obtener una hipoteca inversa?

Tienes que tener 62 años o más para poder calificar y su casa deber ser su residencia principal. Ademas, necesita ser propietario de su casa directamente o tener suficiente capital en la casa para que el préstamo funcione.

¿Por Qué?

¿Por qué elegir una hipoteca inversa? (1) El préstamo te permite seguir viviendo en tu propia casa. (2) En lugar de hacer pagos mensuales de capital e intereses en su casa. (los impuestos y el seguro aún deben pagarse) puedes recibir pagos mensuales, una suma global, una linea de crédito o una combinación para ayudar a complementar los ingresos en funcion del capital de su hogar. (3) Una hipoteca inversa a menudo puede mejorar la calidad de vida y la jubilación.

Llamar a Shannon Horn, un especialista en hipotecas inversas en Advantage Mortgage en Canby. Él puede responder a todas sus preguntas sobre esta posible oportunidad de préstamo.

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What?

What is a reverse mortgage? It is a home loan specifically for seniors to tap into and use the equity (the difference between how much your property is worth and how much you still owe on the loan) of their home. There are different types of reverse mortgage loans.

Who?

Who can get a reverse mortgage? You have to be 62 years or older to qualify and your home needs to be your primary residence. In addition, you either need to own your home outright or have enough equity in the home for the loan to work.

Why?

Why choose a reverse mortgage? (1) The loan allows you to remain living in your own home. (2) Instead of making monthly principal and interest payments on your home (taxes and insurance must still be paid) you can receive monthly payments, a lump sum, a line of credit or a combination to help supplement income based on the equity in your home. (3) A reverse mortgage often can improve quality of life and retirement.

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As the back-to-school frenzy kicks in, it's not just backpacks and lunchboxes that are on the radar. If you're looking to dive into the real estate world during this chaotic yet exciting time, we've got your back with some insider tips that'll make the process as smooth as your kid's first day of school.

Just like kids rushing for the best seats on the bus, getting ahead of the game is key. If you're looking to sell your house, now is a great time! The kids will be out of the house during the day so buyers can tour.

For many families, school districts are a top priority. If your property is within the boundaries of a sought-after school, don't hesitate to highlight this golden nugget in your listing. For buyers, research schools in the neighborhoods you're interested in, and make sure they align with your family's educational goals.

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Moving with kids can be a bit of a circus, but with some careful planning, you can turn it into a well-orchestrated performance. Declutter and pack strategically, involving your kids in the process. It's a perfect opportunity to teach them about letting go of things they've outgrown. Consider storing seasonal clothes away to make more room in closets!

Maintenance

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DISCOVERING

WOODBURN FIRE DISTRICT

Fire protection and emergency medical services in Marion County

BY PATTI JO BROOKS

Established in 1901, Woodburn Fire District provides fire protection, advanced life support and emergency medical services to 40,000 Marion County residents. The district’s boundaries span 75 square miles, and includes Woodburn, Gervais and the surrounding rural areas. District fire stations include Station 21 (WFD’s main station on Newberg Highway); Station 22 (James Street and Highway 99E in Woodburn); Station 24 (Waconda); Station 25 (Broadacres); and soon the redevelopment of Station 23 in Gervais, which was closed in 2007. New Station 23 will break ground at Butteville and Jensen roads in the spring.

Fire Chief Joe Budge says he has great appreciation for the community support in Woodburn and Gervais.

“They provide us with state-of-the-art equipment and apparatus that allow us to provide a high level of service,” he

says. WFD’s Advanced Life Support Service was funded by a 2018 operating levy, allowing for a paramedic to be on duty at all times as well as never less than four firefighters on duty at the main station. “Our community support here is outstanding,” says Chief Budge.

WFD has close working relationships with neighboring fire districts through mutual aid agreements which help cover overlapping calls. The district responded to 3,380 emergency incidents in 2022, including 40 structure fires that required assistance from neighboring fire districts. Woodburn annually provides aid outside their district to about the same amount of structure fires each year.

In addition to 16 career firefighters, the fire district has 25 active volunteers divided into three categories. Support volunteers provide logistical support duties and help operate water tenders and the air unit; entry volunteers who are certified to enter a burning structure to search for victims and extinguish fires; and student resident volunteers

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who reside at one the district’s stations while they work towards a career in the fire service.

“We rely on all of our volunteers to provide service during times of high call volume,” says Chief Budge. “On average, we receive between 400 to 500 overlapping calls each year.” Volunteers are also used anytime more than one fire engine needs to be dispatched.

WFD is active with the Oregon State Fire Marshal conflagration response. When a major wildfire occurs somewhere in the state, WFD joins with the other fire districts in Marion County to form a task force for immediate deployment. This joint effort rescued many trapped residents and saved hundreds of homes in the Santiam Canyon and Valley during the Labor Day weekend fires of 2020.

WFD hosts a number of educational, training and preparedness programs for the local community, most of which are held at Station 21 headquarters. Their website, woodburnfire.com, contains valuable information, resources and calendar events for public access and awareness. Upcoming classes include: Oct. 10: “How to Use a Fire Extinguisher” (9 to 10 a.m.) and “Limited Annual Fire Extinguisher Maintenance Certification Training for Business and Employees” (4 to 5 p.m.).

Fall C.E.R.T. (Community Emergency Response Team) classes will be held on two consecutive weekends: Oct. 14–15

and Oct. 21–22. For class information on Heartsaver® CPR AED instruction, sign up at woodburnfire.com/cpr/

A safety program operated by C.E.R.T. and backed by local businesses — Long Bros. Building Supply and Do it Best Hardware — coordinates with the City of Woodburn to distribute fire alarms to residents and assist those who need help installing them. Community members are also encouraged to sign up for citizen alerts, which offer up-to-date information on local outages, advisories, locating requests, severe weather warnings and more. And don’t forget to “Call before you burn” 503-982-0011.

community events and meetings.

The main office, located at 1776 Newberg Highway in Woodburn, is open Mon.–Fri., 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Petersen says, “Residents constantly stop by the fire station to say ‘thank you’ for the help they received for a sick family member or the fire district’s assistance during an accident.”

She further relates, “Some of the newer firefighters commented that the appreciation of the community was the main difference they saw working with Woodburn. They saw how much the community really loves the firefighters.”

Community outreach activities also play prominently for WFD and its residents, such as summer camp. Korrin Petersen, WFD office administrator and finance director, says, “Community activities like this provide a great opportunity for our young residents to have fun interacting with firefighters while learning about fire service careers,” says Chief Budge.

The next community outreach event will be the annual Open House and Safety Fair, held on Saturday, Oct. 7, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Station 21. This event is open to all and provides a variety of activities for children and adults to enjoy at the main station, and teaches ways to make the community a safer place to live and work. This is a great time to check out the Community Room, which is used primarily for training but also is available for

Dial 9-1-1 for emergencies. For inquiries, call the office at 503-982-2360 or e-mail korrin@woodburnfire.com. For burning guidelines, please “Call Before You Burn” at 503-982-0011. Visit the website woodburnfire.com for more information and community resources.

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1. Clothes

Perhaps obvious, clothes shopping is essential for your kiddo every year. Set a budget, and let your kids pick out their favorites (within reason and appropriate for its purpose). And doing this late summer will avoid crowds, lines, and the anxiety of waiting too long. If your kids wear a uniform, get them fitted and ordered sooner than later. Additionally, go through last year’s clothes to make room for new clothes!

2. School Supplies

Whether your kids are homeschooled or go to public / private school, they’ll need supplies, and most schools provide a list. Writing utensils especially, such as pencils, pens, erasers, markers, and rulers are super important. And a pencil case isn’t a bad idea either to organize your supplies.

3.Homework Station

Create a quiet, comfortable space where your kiddo can focus and do their homework with little to no distractions. Be it a desk or lap desk (my favorite) for mobile studying, they need somewhere to work. The nice thing about a desk or lap desk is it works for homework, a laptop / tablet stand, eating table, and more.

4. Backpack Drop Zone

Kids’ stuff explodes when they come home, so having a designated area is key to keeping tidy. Set up a backpack / coat station–often using a coat rack and bench combo–in a foyer, hallway, or mudroom to hang their things, such as a backpack, coat, lunchbox (when empty), and more. This will keep the clutter contained and from taking over your house!

5. Adjust Your Schedule

The school schedule is 100% different from summer when the kids are home, so get ready for those hectic early mornings now. Restart the habit of making bag lunches the night before to save time in the morning, and verify their lunch boxes are still usable. And a few weeks before school starts, have your kids start going to bed earlier each night and wake up to an alarm clock so they get in the habit when school starts. A sunrise alarm clock will gradually wake them and also works as a bedside light.

In one of the few movies that inspired me to write, Robin Williams, in yet another great dramatic role, plays John Keating, a new English teacher at a boys prep school known for its high standards and traditions. In typical Robin Williams fashion, he steals every scene and his unusual character incites blowback (like most of his films), this time from the school and parents as he pushes the boys out of their comfort zones and shells and bends the rules in the process. Keating guides the boys on a tour of the literary canon (plus a Donna Tartt novel), helping them to extract and explain the beauty of life, to pursue their dreams and “seize the day.” Ultimately, the movie is about letting go of expectations, allowing yourself to be vulnerable and experience life in all its beauty — and for artists, witness and express this beauty and share it with others. Also starring Ethan Hawke, Robert Sean Leonard, Josh Charles and more. Trigger warning: suicide. Rated PG for language and mature themes, but treat it like PG-13.

Yet another classic John Hughes movie, Matthew Broderick plays the iconic and unforgettable Ferris Bueller, a happy-go-lucky and insanely lucky high school senior in the suburbs of Chicago. An inquisitive rulebreaker brimming with smarts, talent and cleverness, Ferris schemes his way into playing hookie when the sun shines brightly on a school day near summertime. Ferris enlists his best friend Cameron Frye (Alan Ruck), a neurotic pessimist, and girlfriend Sloane Peterson (Mia Sara), a rebellious cheerleader who’s especially mature. The three embark on a day-long adventure — after stealing Cameron’s father’s iconic Ferrari convertible, much to Cameron’s anxiety — of crashing a parade, a Chicago Cubs baseball game, a fancy lunch, an art museum, the Sears Tower and more. All the while they avoid their parents, Ferris’s jealous sister Jeanie, gossiping school kids, and — lest we forget — the high school principal, Ed Rooney (Jeffrey Jones), who’s hellbent on catching Ferris in the act. Full of iconic scenes and one-liners, this quirky comedy is one of the best and a great reminder to go with the flow and have fun. Rated PG-13 for strong language and mature content.

Scratch and Sniff

The world of Harry Potter took the world by storm in 1997 with the publication of J.K. Rowling’s first fantasy novel, which I remember buying at its midnight release party (yes, I’m that kind of nerd).

Four years later the first movie debuted, and somehow the movies ended up just as magical as the books. For my whole generation, the movies played in the background as we came of age alongside the characters. This movie and “The Chamber of Secrets” were directed by Chris Columbus, famous for movies like “Home Alone” and “Mrs. Doubtfire,” and include his usual cinematic feel-goodness before the movies and directors’ tone turn rather dark. If you’ve somehow been living under a rock for the last 20 years, this is yet another tale of a powerful orphan who’s befriended by a wise mentor who trains his protege. There’s friendship, found family, humor, mystery, good versus evil and wild adventures. Starring a huge cast, including Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Maggie Smith, Helena Bonham Carter, Ralph Fiennes, Richard Harris and many more. Rated PG for scary moments, some creature violence and mild language.

A scientist at 3M in the 1960s came up with and patented a process of microencapsulation that allowed copies to be made without carbon paper. 3M found that they could use the patented process for something else — to hold a smell from scented ink. Scratch ‘N Sniff was born in 1965. Individual beads of scented oil too small to be seen with the naked eye are encapsulated in plastic or gelatin, and with specialized printing techniques, the beads are printed on paper. The scent does not leak out until the beads are deliberately broken. encyclopedia.com

Stream these movies where available, or rent from your local movie store, library, or rental kiosk.

“Dead Poets Society” (1989)

“Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” (1986)

“Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” (2001)

Keeping History Alive

Oregon Black Pioneers marks 30 years of honoring and preserving Black heritage

By Tyler Francke, Contributing Writer

Photo credit: Courtesy Oregon Black Pioneers

This year, Oregon Black Pioneers (OBP) celebrates a significant milestone: three decades of dedicated work in preserving and sharing the countless stories of more than 400 years of people of African descent living in Oregon. Founded in Salem in 1993, the nonprofit is Oregon’s only statewide African-American Historical Society and is committed to uncovering the history and heritage of Black people, shedding light on their contributions, struggles and triumphs. The organization’s mission is rooted in research, recognition and commemoration.

“I’m a public historian, and I just really geek out over history,” OBP Executive Director Zachary Stocks explains with a laugh. “But I’m also really inspired by the stories of people of African descent who’ve chosen to make Oregon their home — or who did not choose Oregon to be their home but made a life for themselves and their families here anyway. I find their stories really, really inspiring, and they help provide me with a sense of grounding about our place here in Oregon today and our ability to overcome what feels like tremendous odds.”

Since its establishment, OBP has worked diligently to become a central resource for understanding Oregon’s AfricanAmerican history and culture. Through engaging exhibitions, public programs, original publications and thorough historical research, the nonprofit has made it its goal to ensure that these stories are not lost to time.

In a state whose early history was sadly marked by discriminatory laws and exclusion, the stories OBP brings to

light are ones of resilience and determination. During the mid1800s, African-Americans arrived in Oregon as sailors, gold miners, farmers and even slaves. Their numbers were small — an estimated 60 Black residents by 1850 – yet they managed to create communities and defy racist laws, prevailing in the face of adversity.

Zachary says there are two common myths about Oregon’s Black history that he and his organization seek to dispel. “The first myth is that Oregon’s Black history is relatively recent, that, you know, we’ve only been around here for the past 75 years, or whatever,” he says. “We see all the time that most broad tellings of Oregon history don’t even discuss people of African descent until World War II, with an influx of labor related to shipbuilding. But truthfully, there’s never been a time in Oregon’s history where there were White people here and not Black people here, going back to literally the first day.”

The other myth, Zachary explains, is that the state’s Black history is essentially synonymous with the Black history of Portland. And while the history of the state’s largest city certainly plays a large role, it “isn’t reflective of the entirety of Oregon’s Black history,” Zachary says. “There have been Black people in every county in this state.”

As part of its ongoing commitment to education, OBP has collaborated with institutions like the Oregon Historical Society, introducing new lesson plans that integrate African American history into the educational curriculum, ensuring that this essential aspect of the state’s heritage is recognized and remembered.

In addition to its educational efforts, OBP is launching a new scholarship program for college-bound Black students in Oregon as part of its 30th-anniversary celebration, further investing in the next generation and fostering a deeper understanding of their heritage.

For more information about Oregon Black Pioneers, to explore stories of Oregon’s Black history or to support the work of this nonprofit, visit oregonblackpioneers.org.

Newspapers to Roses

The history of the Pittock Mansion

the time — many of whom leaned in the same direction. Over the next few decades Pittock expanded The Oregonian from a weekly publication to a six-day-a-week newspaper, eventually adding a Sunday edition due to popular demand. By the turn of the century, The Oregonian had become the largest newspaper in Oregon, in both circulation and popularity.

Having diversified his business interests into real estate, transportation and industry, Pittock had acquired a sizable fortune. It was this fortune that made possible the construction of his famous mansion. In 1909, Pittock hired the Oregon-born and nationally famous architect, Edward T. Foulkes, to design his dream home. The 16,000 square foot home, built on a 46-acre wooded estate, was constructed in the French Renaissance style on the exterior; however, the interior reflected a variety of styles.

By Robert Matsumura, Contributing Writer

The mansion on the hill: this is how many local residents think of the stately French Renaissance-style mansion with the red-tiled roof perched high above the city in the West Hills. One of Portland’s beloved landmarks, the Pittock Mansion has been treasured for generations, and is symbolic of the ambition, glamor and spirit of those intrepid entrepreneurs who shaped the city of Portland at the turn of the 20th century. But just who were the Pittocks, and how did they amass the fortune to build such a palatial estate in the first place?

Born in London, England and raised in Pittsburgh, PA, Henry L. Pittock learned the printing trade in his family’s printing firm while completing his education at the Western University of Pennsylvania’s preparatory school. By 1853, he had moved west to Portland, where as a poor but industrious youth, he found work at the Weekly Oregonian newspaper owned by Thomas J. Dryer. By 1854, Pittock had risen to the position of business manager and partner. By 1860, due to debts Dryer had incurred, Dryer mortgaged the newspaper to Pittock and departed town. Only 24 years old, Pittock had risen from a penniless transplant from the East Coast to the proprietor of Portland’s primary newspaper. It was in 1860 that Pittock married Georgiana Burton, a woman of privilege whose family had migrated to Portland on the Oregon Trail.

Republican, conservative and pro-Union, Pittock found himself in good company with Portland’s business elite of

Among the different styles featured on the interior were an Edwardian style mahogany-paneled dining room, a French-styled oval drawing room, an oak-paneled Jacobethan library and a Turkish smoking room with a hand-painted

Georgiana & Henry Pittock

was also designed to be a family home. While the third floor consisted of servants’ quarters and Henry’s office, the second floor included three separate suites, each consisting of bedrooms, sitting rooms with fireplaces, bathrooms and sleeping porches. Also on the third floor was a children’s playroom with space enough for riding tricycles. The underground level featured an oval billiard room with adjoining card rooms, wine cellar, vault and laundry facilities. In addition to the masterful layout of the rooms themselves, the house included technical innovations such as an elevator, walk-in refrigerator, central vacuum and dumbwaiter.

On the estate grounds was a fourstory gatekeeper’s lodge, and a three-car garage with a chauffeur’s apartment above. Renaissance style gardens and a terraced flower garden were accompanied by a tennis court and access to the nearby trails of what was to become Forest Park. Henry’s wife, Georgiana, a passionate advocate for women’s rights and a prominent local philanthropist, delighted in cultivating many varieties of roses in her flower beds.

In 1888, Georgiana founded the Portland Rose Society, and in 1889, as a benefit for her Unitarian church, organized a competition on her property for the best home-grown roses. It was from this event that Portland’s famous Rose Festival emerged.

Although construction on the Pittock Mansion was completed in 1914, with the family moving in the same year, Henry and Georgiana, sadly, were not able to enjoy the fruits of their labor for very long. Georgiana passed away in 1918, and Henry a year later.

Their family, however, continued to live in the mansion till 1958. The last family member to reside at the mansion was Peter Gantenbein, who was also born there. The house stood empty for six years, during which time it sustained damage from squatters who occupied the property and the 1962 Columbus Day Storm, which severely damaged the mansion’s roof. Recognizing the cultural and historic significance of the house, the City of Portland acquired the neglected structure in 1964 for $225,000, and in the process protected the 46-acre estate from developers who planned to turn it into a subdivision. Amazingly, some of the original craftsmen who had worked on the mansion were still alive at the time, like

Fred Baker, who had installed the lighting, and Bruno Dombrowski, who laid the wood floors. Both of these craftsmen agreed to come out of retirement to help with the restoration of the mansion, which took fifteen months.

Today the Pittock Mansion is a public museum that hosts 60-70,000 visitors per year. The estate has also been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1974. Due to its unique character and striking appearance, the Pittock Mansion has garnered the attention of Hollywood on a number of occasions. In 1993, the mansion was featured prominently in the movie “Body of Evidence,” starring Madonna and Willem Dafoe. The estate was also used as the finishing point for “The Amazing Race” in the finale of the show’s 13th season. In the literary realm, the mansion figures into the plot of local author/musician, Colin Meloy’s novel, “Wildwood.”

The next time you’re driving in the West Hills, and you see a sign for the Pittock Mansion, stop by for a visit. Enjoy the breathtaking views of Portland from the grounds of this historic estate where a young, industrious entrepreneur named Henry Pittock helped lay the foundations for the city we know today, and whose wife Georgiana’s passion for roses led to Portland being known as the “City of Roses.”

“Wildwood,” The Wildwood Chronicles

Written by Colin Meloy & Illustrated by Carson Ellis

Pittock Mansion, 1964

Thrills and Chills

Local author is ‘thrilling’ to read

By Active Media Staff

Kelly Romo is a local author and retired educator with a passion for writing. She has always been fascinated by unique characters, stories and settings in books. Once her children grew up, Kelly went back to school. She completed a master’s degree in fiction at Pacific University and successfully published her first novel shortly afterward. She has published four novels so far: two historical fiction and two thrillers.

Kelly used her love of fly fishing and fly tying to create a bone-chilling thriller series set on the Deschutes River—complete with a serial killer who ties his victims’ hair in his flies. In the first two novels, she wanted to capture and incorporate the elements that make the Deschutes River special to her. She included whitewater rafting and fly fishing, the smell of sage and juniper, as well as the sound of a train chugging along the bank and the buzz of cicadas.

“DEAD DRIFT” and “I AM THE RIVER” are the first two books in the three-book Whitewater Thriller series, and they are receiving positive reviews. According to award-winning local author Craig Lesley, “Romo’s chapters with the killer are the most sinister I’ve ever read.” Kelly is currently working on book three.

Kelly incorporated fly fishing into her novels since it is an integral part of the Deschutes River. She says there is a natural peacefulness and release when she stands in a rushing river and casts her fly. Sometimes it’s like hunting. She watches the water to spot a fish or its disturbance on the surface. When she sees it, she drops her fly right before the trout and hopes it will strike. Other times, she dead drifts to make her fly mimic an actual insect on the current, drag-free with no tension on her line — which is where she came up with the title “DEAD DRIFT” for her thriller.

Kelly also ties her own flies, which are little works of art she loves to create. Her novels take a year or two to write, but she can complete a fly and hold it in her hand in twenty minutes. Since the flies are tied with feathers and fur, Kelly feels they represent the land, air, and river all bound together with thread and copper wire. Kelly needed a serial killer for her story, so why not make him a fly-tying serial killer who wraps a single strand of his victims’ hair into each of his flies?

Kelly’s second book in her Whitewater Thriller Series titled “I AM THE RIVER” just released this past June. She is also working on a third historical fiction novel. So if you love thrillers and want to read a book set in Oregon, pick up a copy of “DEAD DRIFT” and brace yourself—it is a wild ride.

For more about Kelly and her novels, visit her website at kellyromo.com.

Also Make Sure to Check out Kelly’s Historical Fiction Novels

Urgent care that respects your schedule

At Salem Health, we let you schedule your urgent care appointment ahead of time — at a time that works for you.

So whether you’re coming straight from work, calling a ride share or just don’t have time to wait, our team will be ready to see you, right on time.

Welcoming Three New District Board Members

The Woodburn Fire District inducted three new members onto the board of directors at the district’s July meeting. Carlos “Andy” Ponce, Benito Puente Jr., and Sharon Schaub were all elected to their positions by voters in May and have taken the oath of office to serve four-year terms for the district.

Ponce, a 1994 graduate of Gervais High School, is a life-long resident of Gervais and currently works as the division chief of emergency operations for Portland Fire & Rescue. His career in the fire service began 30 years ago as a student and volunteer for the Woodburn Fire District. In his opening remarks, Ponce said he is committed to the district and “owes a lot to the organization” that provided him with a “sense of purpose and direction.” The district is excited to have Ponce on the board with his extensive fire service experience, long-time connection to the fire district and a representative of the Gervais community that has been part of the fire district since 1986.

Puente graduated from Woodburn High School in 1998 and lives in Woodburn with his wife, Brandy, and two sons. Benito works as the Home School Liaison for the Woodburn School District and his love for the community currently has him serving as the President of Love Santa, a member of the Woodburn Taskforce, coaching both boys’ and girls’ basketball at French Prairie Middle School and coaching

a boys AAU Woodburn Jr. Bulldogs team. Puente has been recognized by the Chamber of Commerce as an Outstanding Citizen, Jr. First Citizen and has received the community’s Distinguished Service Award. In an interview following his election to the board, Puente remarked, “Woodburn has been my life for over 40 years now and I wouldn’t have it any other way.” The fire district is pleased to welcome Puente and his deep community connections to the board of directors.

Sharon Schaub is retired from a variety of careers ranging from banking to aviation operations. She has lived in Woodburn for 16 years with her husband, Paul Kovacevich. Prior to retirement, Schaub served as the general manager for Woodburn Estates & Golf from 2012–2015. Schaub is a dedicated volunteer who serves as the chairperson for the Woodburn Arts & Murals Committee, has been a member of the city council for over nine years and is a current CERT volunteer. In explaining her passion for the Woodburn community, Schaub said, “Having lived in other states and abroad, there is no other city that compares to Woodburn; from its inviting and vibrant community, outstanding city staff and a fire district that protects and supports our community — it is where I will always call home.” Schaub’s roles in city leadership will further strengthen the close working relationship between the fire district and the city of Woodburn that will further benefit the residents and businesses that both organizations serve.

“Andy, Benito and Sharon represent the heart of the Woodburn and Gervais communities. We’re very excited to have them on board for the leadership that they will bring as the district grows with the rapidly expanding community.” The trio join veteran board member Jerry Cotter who’s served on the board for 22 years and Debra Yager for nine years.

Carlos “Andy” Ponce

Benito Puente Jr.

Sharon Schaub

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Declutter Your Gutter

Prepare your gutters for the upcoming winter season

Rain gutters protect your home’s landscaping and siding from severe runoff while also preventing damage to your home’s foundation. But when gutters fill with leaves, sticks and other debris, it can cause clogs that result in water seeping under the roof and eventually into the foundation.

For this reason alone, it is important to maintain your gutters. You should clean your gutters a minimum of once a year. Plan doing it more if you have nearby trees and after any major storm.

Helpful tips for getting your gutters clean for Old Man Winter?

Make sure you use a goodquality, extendable ladder. A variety can be found at Long Bros Building Supply. Always place the ladder on a sturdy surface. A ladder stabilizer can be used for both safety and preventing damage to the gutters. Of course, an extra pair of hands is

ideal for steadying the ladder and handing up tools.

Wear a long-sleeved shirt, work pants and rubber gloves. Cleaning gutters is a dirty job.

Use a plastic scoop, such as a gutter scoop — available at Long Bros. — to remove the debris. Spread a tarp under your workspace to collect the debris and protect your pavement and plants.

Once you’ve removed the gunk from the gutters, flush the gutters and downspouts with a garden hose, clearing out any remaining sludge. In doing so, you will be able to see if any leaks are present.

Once the gutters are clear, repair any sagging metal by mounting a gutter hanger.

For all your gutter needs, visit Long Bros. Building Supply. Ask any one of our associates for assistance in finding exactly what you need to get the job done right.