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There’s a new captain in town at one of Fort St. John’s largest nonprofits.

For the past five weeks, Sheldon Feeney has acted as captain for the Fort St. John Salvation Army. “(My wife and I) love it so far,” Feeney said. “It’s been really good, some beautiful people and a great community.”

Feeney takes over the position formerly held by Captains Jim and Deb VanderHeyden, who took over Salvation Army operations in Terrace.

“They change us periodically, move us to different locations, and (the VanderHeydens) just fell into the move of categories this year,” Feeney said.

Feeney is no stranger to the nonprofit sector, working for charities in the United States, and has run a drug and alcohol rehab centre with 165 beds.

“It’s what I’m supposed to do with my life,” Feeney said.

“I feel that it’s the calling been

placed upon my life by God, so the onus is to the do the best I can.”

Feeney takes over the responsibilities of running the thrift store and the homeless shelter, which only has 64 beds.

“As much as there’s an awful lot of prosperity, there’s an awful lot of people that are struggling,” he said.

“We aim to do the best that we can do to help that need it the most.”

In his short time here, Feeney has already revamped the thrift store, including redesigning the layout of the store and removing a truckload of unsold items.

Still, he admits there’s more work to be done.

“In five weeks we’re still really trying to get a handle on things,” he said.

“Our goal now is to focus on the thrift store, the food bank and get it to where it really can be, and where it can do the most good.” reporter@ahnfsj.ca

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Daycare spaces, seat warmers, and snakes Plans to minimize dam’s social and environmental impact contain interesting tidbits Jonny Wakefield

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BC Hydro will pay for 37 child care spaces, build new burrows for displaced snakes and suggest its contractors install seat warmers in company vehicles, according to a lengthy report aimed at minimizing the Site C dam’s social and environmental impacts.

The Site C Mitigation and Monitoring plan, reviewed by the Peace River Regional District at its Aug. 6 meeting, includes around a dozen separate reports on health care, quarry operation, brush burning and local business participation which will govern how contractors carry out their work.

The PRRD earlier offered a range of recommendations to lessen the dam’s impact, on everything from eagle habitat to social media policy. In some cases, the district recommendations will be incorporated into plans provided to contractors and BC Hydro managers. In others, the recommendations were deemed infeasible or beyond the scope of the review.

A few of the highlights:

• Eagles: The locations of bat and eagle nests will be marked on maps provided to contractors, who are to steer clear of the habitats. But what if an eagle decides to set up shop near an active work site? Will buffers around the nest be put in place?

“If a raptor constructs a nest adjacent to [an] active construction site, it is comfortable with the level of disturbance,” Hydro writes. “Thus no buffers are needed.”The PRRD was skeptical. “Is the assumption here that all individual raptors will behave uniformly? Species ecology is based on the premise of variation within populations and subpopulations,” the board wrote in reply.

“A prudent approach would be to provide a buffer for existing and new nests— supporting additional members of species to also nest in the area who may be more sensitive to disturbance.”

agencies and to rely on their resources to develop and implement emergency response plans. They have not offered any expertise or assistance.”

The board also asked for a statement certifying BC Hydro as “solely responsible” for planning emergency response.

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• Seat warmers: Hydro has committed to reducing idling of trucks and heavy equipment where possible, to cut down on both noise and greenhouse gas emissions. The PRRD suggested that contractors could install seat warmers in company vehicles to reduce the need to keep the engine running during the winter months. In a comment, the PRRD wrote the initiative was a “functionally simple target” that is

• Snakes: Among the animals that will lose their homes to the Site C reservoir are garter snakes, which have been observed on the north bank of the Peace River.

To relocate some of the snakes, Hydro will install 12 artificial dens on both the north and south banks of the river.

“After installation of the 12 initial dens, each will be monitored for three years,” Hydro writes.

“The data collected during monitoring will be used to inform the final site selection and den design for the remaining sites up to the target of 30 sites.”

Hydro will also install signage in area where snakes cross the highway to forage.

Among the creatures addressed by the wildlife-monitoring plan are bats, raptors and ungulate species.

agreements between the regional government and Hydro was over responsibility for planning for a dam breach. In its comments, the PRRD called the utility’s plan to provide guidelines to local fire and first aid departments “unsatisfactory.”

“The PRRD has consistently expressed concerns about BC Hydro’s intent to transfer responsibility to local emergency response

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• Daycare spaces: BC Hydro will work with a “daycare partner” to create around 37 childcare spaces in Fort St. John for Site C workers and their spouses. The move aims “to support local participation in the workforce,” the review reads.

However, PRRD directors were critical of the plan, saying basing the spaces in Fort St. John “effectively undermines participation by workforces in smaller communities.”

“To do so unfairly awards service to areas with greater population and systematically deprives the smaller and less dense communities.”

Hydro says the spaces are open to any worker on the project, adding it also funds several Northern Lights College bursaries for students enrolling in early childhood education programs.

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Hydro said that the recommendation does not fit within its plan, which “does not include specific details, such as the installation of electric seat warmers.”

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Byron Hackett

Should there be a limit on how long an election campaign season can be?

In America, presidential candidates parade themselves across the country for a full year, repeating the same story to voters from Miami Beach to Minnesota. There is plenty of debate, hoopla, partisan politics and downright blasphemy.

It’s like a travelling circus and everyone gets aboard to enjoy the ride.

In Canada, Stephen Harper announced a two-month long campaign, most likely in an attempt to bleed the finances of his opponents dry, while he uses taxpayer’s money in some way to get himself re-elected.

Ignoring Harper for a moment, voters should be excited to see how their favourite candidate other than the PM reacts to such a situation.

How do they budget on their campaign trail so they hit the most important cities? What kind of money do they spend on marketing and advertising?

How dedicated can they stay to their message throughout an extended election preamble?

In actuality, an extended campaign or a campaign that could last any amount of time allows Canadians a real sneak peak into the quick wittedness and ingenuity of the potential candidates.

After all, why limit an election period to 20 or 30 days if this person will be needed to lead the country for the next four years?

It would be much better to see how they handle the pressure and scrutiny without the protection of a limited election campaign.

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Cecil the lion’s killing shines spotlight on barbaric trophy hunting A beloved animal, tagged for tracking by researchers, crosses the invisible boundary between protected and unprotected area and is killed by a hunter who has paid tens of thousands of dollars for the “experience”. That was the fate of Zimbabwe’s Cecil the lion, whose killing sparked torrents of online and on-air outrage. But it also happens around the world every day, including in my home province of B.C. Many people are familiar with Cecil’s story. Minnesota dentist Walter Palmer and his guides, hunting at night with spotlights, are alleged to have tied a dead animal to their car near Hwange National Park to lure the lion. According to reports, Palmer wounded Cecil with an

arrow, then tracked and shot the animal with a rifle 40 hours later. The lion’s body was found on the park’s outskirts, skinned and headless, along with the tracking collar.

Killing animals solely for “sport” or “trophies” is an ongoing and worldwide practice, and something Palmer had engaged in many times and in many places, including Canada. He was even convicted of charges related to an illegal bear kill in 2008.

Closer to home, a grizzly that was tagged for research in Banff National Park had the misfortune to cross from Alberta, where grizzly hunting is illegal, into B.C., where it isn’t, and was legally shot and killed. On the B.C. coast, people were outraged when a photo surfaced of NHL player Clayton Stoner with a grizzly he shot in the Great Bear Rainforest.

Coastal First Nations have banned trophy hunting there, but the government doesn’t recognize the ban. The bear, named Cheeky by local residents, was skinned and had his head and paws cut off, with the rest of the carcass left to rot. Reports have also surfaced that the winner of the Guide Outfitters Association of B.C.’s highest award in 2015 was convicted of illegal grizzly baiting in 2012.

Even though many grizzly populations are vulnerable and close to 90 per cent of British Columbians,

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Canada is, in many ways, defined by its opposition to the U.S. While the U.S. has certain advantages to its system of democracy, a longer campaign season is not one of them.

At least one Congressman has said that his time to meaningfully discuss or propose policy has been taken away by the need to fundraise, since he or she could face a battle in a political primary, and/or a battle against his or her Republican or Democratic opponent.

The reason for this is that there really isn’t a clearly defined campaign season, as there is within Canada. Because we have a limited campaign time, candidates are able to focus more on actually working for government rather than fundraising.

In addition, if campaign seasons did not have a limit, then they couldn’t have time to think about the issues, speak on them in the house, and try and get others to think along their lines. They would have to worry about what the other guy is promising, or meeting with constituents, “kissing babies,” and doing other photo ops that could get them media attention. This would mean they would be more focused on being seen to do the right things, rather than actually doing the right things.

In addition, having constant political advertisements, while perhaps beneficial for the local TV station or newspaper, would desensitize people to the issues and turn them towards more extreme, emotional responses from politics, rather than thoughtful debate. including many food hunters, oppose trophy hunting, B.C.’s government refuses to end the hunt, even in parks and areas where First Nations have banned the practice. Conservationists and other experts have challenged government population estimates, claiming they’re based on guesswork and that the real number is likely less than half the 15,000 on which the government justifies the hunt.

Large carnivores like lions, grizzlies and leopards that are targeted by big-game hunters are extremely vulnerable despite their size and ferocity. They range over large areas, which often puts them in conflict with humans and our infrastructure.

Parks and protected areas are too small to provide adequate habitat, so bears often wander into areas where they can be killed by hunters or vehicles. They also reproduce later in life, infrequently, and their young often have low survival rates, so populations don't recover quickly when overhunted.

Large carnivores are also keystone species that play a crucial role in the food web by helping to regulate prey populations. B.C. grizzlies also contribute to rainforest growth by dragging salmon carcasses into the woods, where the fish remains and bear scat provide fertilizer. In B.C., trophy hunters have slaughtered

more than 12,000 grizzlies over the past three decades. Like Palmer, non-resident hunters here pay large amounts of money to “bag” a grizzly because the species is protected in their home country, such as the U.S., or because populations have dwindled to a handful, as in Western Europe, where the species is now protected.

Killing animals purely for the “thrill” is barbaric and wasteful, and can’t be justified on economic or conservation grounds. Studies show more money can be made from people who want to view and photograph them. Research also shows very little money paid by trophy hunters benefits the local economy.

We’re at a critical moment in human history: our population, technology, consumptive demand and global economy are overwhelming the planet’s life-support systems — air, water, soil and other species.

We’re in a global eco-crisis that demands a redefinition of our relationship with plants and other animals.

It’s time to end trophy hunting. In B.C., the government must listen to citizens and conservationists, respect First Nations laws and customs and end the grizzly hunt.

Written with contributions from David Suzuki Foundation Senior Editor Ian Hanington.

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• To burn or not to burn? Nearly 2.4 million cubic metres of vegetation will be cleared from the banks of the Peace River during dam construction. While marketable timber will be sold, nearly 46 per cent of that will be composted or burned—a fact which irked the PRRD. “What specific innovative approaches have been proposed? Burning a large portion of this seems unoriginal or regressive/not innovative.”

• Tweet before you blast: Rock, clay, sand

and gravel used in construction will be sourced fro several quarries in the Peace, and contractors will need to blast to get at all those materials.

Hydro has opted to take the PRRD’s advice that weekly or daily social media updates be posted to apprise residents of the blasting schedule. The board has also requested Hydro publish monthly burning summaries for health care professionals and citizens with smoke sensitivities. reporter@dcdn.ca

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Hedges ready to represent on home soil case the sport a little bit and show what wheelchair basketball is all about and how exciting and fast-paced it is going to be very cool.”

Not only is the event in Toronto a chance to showcase the sport to the country, it also represents another goal for the Team Canada captain, a chance to qualify for the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.

“My goal is to go to another Paralympic Games, so it’s not just showing the sport off, but it’s playing it well and winning games and getting to where we want to go,” he said.

Going in to the Parapan Am Games, Canada had fallen out of the top ten in the world rankings, but Hedges still believes one of the two qualifying spots available for the 2016 games in Rio should be within reach.

“With Canada doing so well historically in wheelchair basketball, there is expectations on us to be in the final game and to represent our country well,” he said. “[but] It’s going to be highly competitive, it’s not a guarantee that we qualify.”

Canada will have to top the U.S., Argentina, Mexico and Colombia in order to punch their ticket to Rio and with six new members joining the team since the 2012 Paralympics in London, they will have to rely on more than history if they hope to defend Paralympic gold next summer.

“We have six returning guys from London, the rest of the guys are basically rookies on the team with this being their first major tournament,” Hedges said. “Veterans are learning to play with them and they are learning how to play with us and we are all becoming a unit and that’s very important for us to play as a twelve man group.”

Hedges hopes he can draw on his immense international experience to help bring the young Canadian squad through the Parapan Am Games in Toronto, a task that will be tough considering most players are probably only used to playing in front of 50 or so family members and friends.

“It’s definitely going to be a positive experience for me and the team. Normally in Canada you play a game of wheelchair basketball there are a few family members and maybe a few friends, a few of the other teammates would have that and there are 50 people in the stands,” he said.

“You are going to have even more family and friends, but you are also just going to have people that just want to watch that don’t know a lot about wheelchair basketball Wonowon native Bo Hedges, 35, will play for Team Canada in the 2015 Parapan Am Games in Toronto starting coming out.

“So that will be cool in itself because of the excitement on Saturday with a game against Argentina. within all of that. The excitement and the crowd and so being able to have that support behind you and knowing Byron Hackett found a new motivation in 2015: win on home soil. its their will definitely help us and motivate us to do well.”

Alaska Highway News Hedges will have that chance starting Saturday in ToHedges thinks he will have around 30 family members Since 2007, Bo Hedges has won just about everything ronto playing for Team Canada in wheelchair basketball at and friends cheering him on at the games, and when Canada there is to win on the wheelchair basketball scene. the 2015 Parapan Am Games. kicks off wheelchair basketball action on Saturday against He may have a medal from almost every major interna“Just stepping on the court with family and friends and Argentina, you can be sure that the whole country will be tional tournament, the Paralympics and Parapan Am Games all the Canadians out there in in the stands and also watch- pulling for the red and white. in that time, yet the 35-year-old Wonowon, B.C. native has ing online and on TV,” he said. “The opportunity to showsports@ahnfsj.ca

Vandals topple cemetery statue

RCMP are investigating an apparent case of vandalism after a centrepiece of the Fort St. John Cemetery was torn from its base and smashed to pieces last week.

Visitors to the cemetery were shocked to stumble across the ruins of the Pieta Aug. 6 in a grove of trees reserved for prayer in the Catholic portion of the cemetery.

The cemetery's statue is a replica of Michelangelo's Pieta, first created in the late 1400s and depicting the Virgin Mary cradling the body of Jesus in her arms after his crucifixion.

The city does not know how old its replica is, but some say it's been there for decades.

A city spokesperson confirmed police are investigating the matter, while the city is determining the history of the statue and whether or not it can be repaired or needs to be replaced.

The cemetery was established in 1931.

The reverend of the neighbouring Church of the Resurrection is hoping for a speedy fix. The church will begin a year-long celebration marking its 150th year in the region.

"Hopefully we'll work something out and restore the cross," said Rev. Venerando Sabacan.

"It meant a lot to a lot of people."

Sabacan last saw the statue standing on Aug. 4, and figures it was toppled sometime during the night of Aug. 5. After surveying the damage, Sabacan doesn't believe last week's rain

storms are to blame.

"It was intentional," he said.

Vandalism has been a common thorn for the church, Sabacan said.

In 2012, it was thrice the target of breakins, the thieves apparently looking to loot some gold by stealing several ceremonial vessels, along with some cash, according to Sabacan.

Shortly after, the church was hit with graffiti, with taggers painting "Hail Satan" along the front of the church, Sabacan said.

"It's disappointing. It's heartbreaking," Sabacan said, noting it forced the church to install security cameras around its premises.

The cemetery gates are not locked at night, and litter does appear to be a problem.

Several beer cans and food wrap could be seen scattered around the grove and the statue.

Dale Markham, who first came across the ruined statue Thursday morning, said he picked up several discarded wine bottles near his parents' grave.

"Total lack of respect," said Markham, who was at the cemetery searching for a great uncle's gravesite.

"That kind of stuff shouldn't be tolerated. I don't know how you can do anything about it though."

Anyone with information is asked to call police at 250-787-8100. editor@ahnfsj.ca

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Aphthous ulcers, also known as canker sores, are small lesions (usually 1 to 2 mm in diameter) that appear on the inner surface of the cheeks and lips, on or under the tongue, and, more rarely, on the gums or palate. They are small, crater-like sores that are white or yellowish in colour, surrounded by a red border. Canker sores are more prevalent in women, individuals under the age of 40 years, Caucasians and nonsmokers. They are not contagious.

There are various types of canker sores: Causes Simple canker sores These sores are usually the result of accidental trauma, tend to appear only one at a time, and heal spontaneously within 7 to 14 days.

Some simple canker sores can be very large (in excess of 1 cm in diameter). They are often accompanied by fever and may leave a scar.

These types of sores are much more bothersome and take longer to heal.

Recurrent canker sores Five and even up to 10 of these ulcers can develop at one time throughout the mouth.

Although they share the same characteristics as simple canker sores, a number of factors can play a role in triggering an outbreak. Factors that promote recurrence may be linked to heredity, stress, immunity and hormonal changes in women.

Herpetiform ulcers Some diseases produce aphthous ulcers that are found not only in the mouth, but on the genitals, in the eyes and on the skin. Individuals who develop recurrent canker sores on more than one area of the body should consult a doctor.

There are many factors thought to promote the development of canker sores: • Allergies or sensitivity to certain foods such as citrus, pineapple, chocolate, dried fruit, nuts, spicy foods, vinegar, acidic foods, etc. (varies from one person to another) • Injury or irritation (aggressive teeth brushing, dental appliances, dentures, etc.)

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• Folic acid, iron and/or vitamin 812 deficiency • Quitting smoking • Hormonal changes (puberty, pregnancy, menopause, menstrual cycle) • Fatigue, stress • Symptoms associated with certain diseases (diabetes, Behcet’s disease, inflammatory bowel diseases) or viral infections (HIV, varicella, zona) Symptoms Canker sores can be uncomfortable and extremely painful, particularly when eating.

Some also experience a burning or tingling sensation 24 hours before the sore becomes visible.

Treatment Canker sores may take 10 to 20 days to heal, while large ulcers can take up to 2 months. If a sore does not heal after a few weeks, if you have them on more than one part of your body, or if they reoccur very frequently, it is important that you see a doctor. You should also see a doctor if you have a canker sore and develop fever, red eyes, joint pain or diarrhea (as it may be indicative of another disease).

To alleviate the pain associated with canker sores, try to avoid eating foods that are hard (ex: toast, chips, nuts), acidic (ex: citrus, soft drinks), irritating (ex: chocolate, coffee, alcohol), and either very salty or very spicy. Melting an ice cube on the ulcer may provide some relief.

To promote healing, you can also prepare a homemade solution to gargle with, 4 times a day: 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of baking soda in 250 ml of water. Treatment mainly consists in alleviating the pain. That said, prescription and over-the-counter mouthwash, creams and ointments are available. Speak to your pharmacist, as he or she will be able to advise you on the product best suited for your particular needs. r0011010782

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(Top): Sean DeBolt won his third consecutive Western Chuckwagon Association title after four days of racing concluded and wrapped up the WCA season Saturday night in Dawson Creek. submitted photo (Right): Troy Crowser rides Spanish Pair to a top score of 87 points in the saddle bronc event on Saturday at the Dawson Creek Exhibition and Stampede as part of the Canadian Professional Rodeo Wrangler Canadian Rodeo Tour. Crowser sits 16th in the CPR standings this season. BYRON HACKETT PHOTO

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(Above): Ron Bolin was the aggregate champion in Dawson Creek for the Western Chuckwagon Association with a total time of 5:11.34 and 95 points through the four days of racing.

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This year’ Achievement Days was a blast. This was the first year that I could watch all the events and participate in the supper and dance. Here’s how the days went:

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4-H families came on Thursday for weigh-in and to prepare for Friday’s shows. Then on Friday morning the Photography and animal judging began. The photography judging took all day, because of the amount of members we had this year. Meanwhile, the sheep, swine and horse shows were taking place. In the afternoon they started the Beef judging for Showmanship and Grooming. These are long processes because there are so many classes to cover: Junior, Intermediate and Senior all have two classes of 7 people each. It’s pretty amazing that they can fit so many classes in only one afternoon, and still have enough energy for Saturday. After an exhausting day, our club settled down for a barbeque and potluck Saturday morning was pretty laid back, with members doing some last minute grooming or touch ups. The photography building was pretty busy all day, but as soon as conformation judging began, nothing stopped happening until hour before the Auction. It took some time for the leaders to tally all those scores, so everyone had a break. Then we had the awards ceremony. At 5:00 the Auction started with sheep, then swine and finally, beef.

It was a long auction and some of the members took that time to add glitter to their animals. After the auction there was a Friends of 4-H Supper and a dance in honour of the Ontario 4-H exchange students. The animals would be taken away on Sunday morning, and after that everyone would start packing up.

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W E E K LY P R O R A C I N G U P D AT E Racing News, Stats & Trivia

2015 Standings Sprint Cup Series Top Ten 1) Kevin Harvick

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Location: Brooklyn, Mich.

Date: Aug. 16th, 2:30 p.m.

TV: NBCSN Last Year’s Pole: Jeff Gordon - 206.558 mph Last Year’s Winner: Jeff Gordon

Michigan International Speedway

Points: 823 Wins: 2 Top 5: 15 Top 10: 19

2) Joey Logano

Points: 781 Wins: 2 Top 5: 13 Top 10: 16

3) Dale Earnhardt Jr.

Points: 750 Wins: 2 Top 5: 11 Top 10: 13

Xfinity Series Top Ten Driver 1) Chris Buescher 2) Chase Elliott 3) Ty Dillon 4) Regan Smith 5) Elliott Sadler 6) Darrell Wallace Jr. 7) Daniel Suarez 8) Brendan Gaughan 9) Brian Scott 10) Ryan Reed

4) Jimmie Johnson

Points: 747 Wins: 4 Top 5: 10 Top 10: 15

5) Brad Keselowski Points: 719 Wins: 1 Top 5: 5

Top 10: 14

6) Martin Truex Jr. Michigan International Speedway hosts some of America’s best racing action on its 1,400-plus acres in the scenic Irish Hills. The raceway has 18 degree banking and 73-foot wide sweeping turns on a two-mile speedway. The wide corners often feature three distinct grooves which allows for exciting racing. In 2005, the seating capacity was increased to accommodate 137,243 fans. Races at Michigan often come down to fuel mileage battles as the long green flag runs make pit strategy critical to finding victory lane. David Pearson heads the all-time victory list at Michigan with nine wins.

Points: 714 Wins: 1 Top 5: 6

Top 10: 15

7) Matt Kenseth Points: 703 Wins: 2 Top 5: 8

Top 10: 14

Racing News Two-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has revealed that he would like to take part in a NASCAR race one day, as well as trying his hand at MotoGP. “When I was a kid I wanted to race motorbikes,” Hamilton said. “When my dad bought me my first gokart I actually wanted a motorbike. I’m not disappointed how things have turned out but bikes were my first love I suppose.” Hamilton then added: “I’d really like to do a NASCAR race one day.” Hamilton first got a taste of NASCAR back in 2011 during a promotional event for Mobil 1 with Tony Stewart at Watkins Glen.

8) Kurt Busch Points: 659 Wins: 2 Top 5: 8

Top 10: 13

9) Jamie McMurray Points: 635 Wins: 0 Top 5: 2

Top 10: 7

David Pearson has the most wins at Michigan with 9, but which driver has the most top 5s?

Top 10: 9

Last Weekend’s Race: Joey Logano won the Cheez-It 355 Cheez-It 355 Top 10 Driver Points Joey Logano 47 Kyle Busch 43 Kevin Harvick 43 Matt Kenseth 41 Kurt Busch 39 Clint Bowyer 38 Brad Keselowski 38 Carl Edwards 36 Sam Hornish Jr. 35 Jimmie Johnson 34

A week after running out of fuel while leading with three laps left at Pocono, Joey Logano finished off an unprecedented weekend sweep at Watkins Glen International. It was Logano’s first road course victory in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. Pressuring race leader Kevin Harvick over a 30-lap green-flag run to the finish of Sunday’s Cheez-It 355, Logano made the winning pass through the final two corners at the 2.45-mile road course as Harvick ran out of fuel in Turn 6. Picking up his second victory of the season and the 10th of his career, Logano crossed the finish line 5.273 seconds ahead of Kyle Busch, who grabbed second place as Harvick coasted over the stripe to secure third.

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a) Cale Yarborough c) Rusty Wallace b) Jeff Gordon d) David Pearson

10) Denny Hamlin Points: 631 Wins: 1 Top 5: 6

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Answer : a) Cale Yarborough has 21 top 5s at Michigan International Speedway.

Shape: D-shaped oval Distance: 2.0 miles Turns / Front / Back: 18º / 12º / 5º

Points 724 700 700 667 666 629 625 610 606 565

Joey Logano Born: May 24, 1990 Crew Chief: Todd Gordon Car: Ford

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Wins 2 10

Top 10s 16 98

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This Week: The PGA Championship

The PGA Championship is the final major championship of the season. This year, the event will be held at the Whistling Straits in Defending: Rory McIlroy Sheboygan, Wis. The inaugural Winning Score: 16-under par PGA Championship took place in Winning Share: $1,800,000 1916 at the Siwanoy in Bronxville, N.Y. James M. Barnes won the first two titles in 1916 and 1919 (no championship occurred in 1917 and 1918). In the 1920’s Walter Hagen won five PGA Championships. That record held until it was tied by Jack Nicklaus. The Golden Bear won his first PGA in 1963 and his fifth in 1980.

Whistling Straits Sheboygan, Wis. 7514 yards, Par 72

Golf TV Schedule PGA Event: PGA Championship Day Time Thu, 8/13 2pm-8pm Fri, 8/14 2pm-8pm Sat, 8/15 11am-2pm Sat, 8/15 2pm-7pm Sun, 8/16 11am-2pm Sun, 8/16 2pm-7pm

Golf Trivia

Shane Lowry captured his Tournament Results first PGA Tour title on Sunday 1. Shane Lowry Score: -11 at the WGC-Bridgestone Earnings: $1,570,000 Invitational. Lowry began the 2. Bubba Watson Score: -9 final day in third, two shots behind coEarnings: $930,000 leaders Justin Rose and Jim Furyk.

T-3. Jim Furyk Score: -7 He played a flawless final round and Earnings: $470,000 shot 66 at Firestone Country Club T-3. Justin Rose Score: -7 to finish at 11-under par, two shots Earnings: $470,000 ahead of two-time Masters champion Bubba Watson. Lowry is the first non-PGA Tour member to win a WGC event since Martin Kaymer won the 2011 HSBC Champions.

Golfing News Network TNT TNT TNT CBS TNT CBS

Who did Tiger Woods beat in a playoff at Valhalla for his third straight major of 2000? a) Sergio Garcia c) Kenny Perry b) Bob May d) Phil Mickelson Answer: b) Bob May

Last Week: Shane Lowry won the Bridgestone Invitational

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The PGA Championship returns to Whistling Straits this week and the bunker that cost Dustin Johnson the 2010 PGA Championship has been covered by stands and will not be in play. Johnson had a one-shot lead in the final round in 2010 when he grounded his 4-iron in the sand before hitting his shot to the 18th green. He said later he didn’t realize it was a bunker. Johnson was penalized two shots after the round, turning his 71 into a 73 and costing him a spot in a playoff won

by Martin Kaymer. PGA of America championship director Kerry Haigh said, “Part of the changes we have made to improve the spectator experience for the championship is to bring and build more grandstands and viewing areas on the course that can view golf holes or the lake,” Haigh said.

Lessons from the Golf Pro While watching John Daly make his long shot is quite entertaining to see, overswinging is a very common problem for the amateur golfer that creates a lot of havoc.

The thought process behind taking a backswing beyond parallel is that a longer arc will create more clubhead speed. That is a true statement, but if you are all out of balance in trying to swing so hard, is there really any benefit? Since everybody’s mechanics are different, only a half-swing may be perfect for you. The key to determining what will produce the best shot in your arsenal is to swing back as far as you can turn your shoulders without tilting them or losing your balance. The only way to get a true description of what the best shot is for you is to practice and find out what feels right each time.

Player Profile

Shane Lowry Turned Professional: 2009 World Ranking: 19th PGA Tour Wins: 1

FedEx Cup Standings Through Aug. 9, 2015

1) Jordan Spieth 3,839 pts. / 13 top tens

2) Bubba Watson 2,358 pts. / 7 top tens

3) Jimmy Walker 2,014 pts. / 6 top tens

4) Jason Day

1,859 pts. / 7 top tens

5) Robert Streb 1,641 pts. / 8 top tens

FedEx Cup Standings continued...

Player Points 6) Dustin Johnson 1,624 7) Justin Rose 1,592 8) Zach Johnson 1,559 9) Patrick Reed 1,555 10) Danny Lee 1,535

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Apply to: sierranorthltd@gmail.com 1215 General Employment Help Wanted! Make $1000 a week mailing brochures from home! Helping Home Workers since 2001!

Genuine Opportunity. NO experience required. Start immediately! www.themailinghub.com Macland Restaurants Ltd.o/aTim Hortons 116088th Street & 1308 Alaska Avenue Dawson Creek, BC FOOD SERVICE SUPERVISOR Full time/Shift Work Nights/Overnights/Early Mornings/Weekends $1415/hour + benefits Please apply by fax: 250-7825692 or Email at dawsoncreektims@gmail.com 1228 Trades Help

Shelter Church Sunday Service - 10:00am 9828 - 98 A Avenue - 785-3888

St. Martin’s Anglican Church Sunday Worship - 9:00am 10364 - 100 Street - 785-6471 Taylor Community Church Sunday Worship - 10:30am 9896 - Cherry Avenue - 789-3045 The Salvation Army Sunday Worship - 10:30am 10116 - 100 Avenue - 785-0506 Trinity Covenant Church Sunday Service - 10:00am 9830 - 100 Avenue - 787-7702

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Western Canadian Mulching Ltd. is look− ing for a Journeyman Welder. Mechanical abilities are an asset.

Phone: 780−835−5073 wcmulch@telus.net www.wcmulch.com 2023 Bargains Under $500 18' 5th-Wheel for Sale - $500.

Giving away steel railway ties and miscellaneous lumber.

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5020 Business Services FREELANCE CARPENTER-25 years exp. Interior/Exterior. *painting * drywall* decks* stairs * renovations & repairs. 250616-8332

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St. Luke’s United Church Sunday Worship & Sunday School- 11:30am 9907 - 98Street - 785-2919

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We are looking for a Journeyman or 4th year Heavy Duty Me− chanic to work in our Fort St. John, BC shop.

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6030 Houses for Sale 2 bedroom house in Pouce Coupe. 4906 48th Ave. Phone 250-786-5183 416 95 AVE Bright cus− tom home 4BR/3BA XL lot. 3000 sqft. Hrd wd & tile. Oak cabinets. XL windows. Daylight bsmt gas f/p. Att dbl garage Lane access. $449,000 719−6042

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6030 Houses for Sale

6965 Suites For Rent For Rent: FURNISHED SMALL SUITE in DC Downtown. No Pets.

Phone: 250-782-7042

11140 - 15 Street, Dawson Creek COMPLETELY RENOVATED! and move-in ready. New open floorplan, large bay window, custom cabinetry (with “extras”) make this a home to be proud of. Large shed in rear and ample parking. This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom rancher is located near hospital and schools.

Asking $272,000. For appointment to see call 250-782-5668.

6505 Apartments/Condos/

6525 Duplexes for Rent

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Townhouses for Rent

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BACHELOR, 1 BEDROOM and 2 BEDROOMS. Reasonably priced. Clean & quiet. Phone:250-7821120 Dawson Creek Northern Lights Apartments.

Bachelor, $750/month.

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Sign a 6mth lease, get 1/2 month FREE. 1 and 2 Bedroom Apts.

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250-782-1331

5 BEDROOM DUPLEXES- FURNISHED in Pouce Coupe.

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250-719-9392 DC- For Rent 3 bdrm 1&1/2 bath, Single Family 4-plex unit. 5 appliances. Reduced $1300/month plus $900 DD plus hydro/gas.

No smoking, No pets, Family orientated unit.

References and 1 year lease agreement required.

Available July. 250-7848571

6506 Cabins

6560 Houses For Rent

DC- for rent 3 bdrm full basement farm house on working ranch. Adults only. No dogs, reptiles or horses. Other pets negotiable. $1200 monthly, $1200 DD, and water, power, propane. References for renting and credit will be checked. Available immediately.

250-7848571

2 bedroom house in Pouce Coupe. $1300/month. Includes utilities. Phone 250-786-5183

6525 Duplexes for Rent 3BR/1BA DC Upstairs Duplex, 1516−107 Avenue 250−219−3124

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BRAND NEW 2 BDRM BASEMENT SUITE FOR RENT. Description: Be the first in this brand new 2 bedroom plus bonus/office space. Nice open concept kitchen, dining and living room. Must be seen!

Brightly lit plus lots and lots of natural light. New fridge, stove, microwave, dishwasher, washer and dryer. Private entrance and parking for two vehicles.

No smoking inside, pets negotiable. Deposits and references required.

Available August 15. $1600. per month, unfurnished, includes all utilities, wifi and bell satellite. Need it furnished? Lets talk! Open house for viewing August 9th 10 AM - 8 PM (or phone 867-5364789 for alternate viewing arrangement) 8012-98 Ave, Fort St John, BC

DC- For Rent August 2 bedroom Heritage Home.

Full basement.

For further info, phone 250-782-3959 6945 Rooms For Rent Furnished or unfurnished rooms/private bath in Pouce Coupe from $575.00 per month including utilities/cable.

Call 250-719-8111

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