The Canyon Weekly
January 30, 2015
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Mill City discusses mental health, social service needs in the Canyon A recent meeting of the minds brought up many question about how people can get help
Earlier this month, a group of concerned citizens gathered at city hall in Mill City to address some plaguing issues. Representatives from Family Building Block, Marion County Mental Health, Albany Peer Center, Santiam School district, local city governments and the Linn County Sheriff’s department were among the small crowd. The focus was on what services, if any, are available for the low income families and individuals living in the North Santiam
Canyon, specifically in the context of mental health services. A long discussion ensued regarding the influx of homeless people and a newly established group home for the mentally ill in Mill City. The lack of a clear support system or a mental health resource center in the canyon, coupled with low income rentals had many in the crowd expressing their frustration. “Our community feels like we are becoming a dumping ground...with no facilities, no transportation. Our fire department is all
volunteers, getting called out at 2am for nonmedical emergencies by the same people night after night. (The volunteers) are getting tired,” said one attendee. “The schools are a great conduit for finding families and children that need support. The problem is there often isn’t support available that they need,” said Todd Miller, SCSD Superintendent. The school supports a Youth Service Team meets monthly to help identify and address specific needs, such as housing, (cont’d on page 12) food and clothing.
Santiam Jr High production of “Annie” opens Tuesday
Another “don’t miss” presentation by some of Santiam’s finest actors and singers is coming to life on stage starting next Tuesday. The mostly Jr High aged thespians have been focused daily, since the beginning of the school year, on perfecting their lines, pitch,choreography and timing. “And it’s coming together beautifully,” said director Dave Berrier. The cast of over 30 students, with just a few pictured below here, will be joined by a small live orchestra featuring local, beloved music director, Joanne Hebing. Tickets are on sale now and the Sun-
day Matinee is selling out fast. They can be purchased at Santiam High School by visiting the front desk or calling Caroline Gillaspy at (503) 897-2311 ext 240. Individual theater students also have tickets available for all shows. Showtimes are Tuesday, Feb 3 at 7 pm, Thursday, Feb 5 at 7pm and Sunday Feb. 8 at 2pm. Tickets are $6 adults, $3 kids and seniors. The International Club will be selling coffee and desserts at intermission at each event, and flowers will be available also to purchase for the actors.
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Ask a Vet: Dr. Keri Sanders
Pet owners continually come up with questions about the health and well being of their four footed or feathered friends. When we have a question, we look to our local pet expert, Dr. Keri Sanders of Ark Animal Care in Mill City. Dear Dr. Keri, I just adopted a small breed female dog from a rescue shelter. She is very lovable, and well behaved, but each morning I am finding doggie droppings on the floor next to the door, even though the door is ajar, allowing her to go into the yard. My question is, can an older dog, with no training, be house trained? Thank you in advance, Too Pooped to Scoop Dear Too Pooped, Potty training in adult dogs is possible but it takes a lot of patience and consistency. The fact that this dog is actually going by the door may make the process easier. It could be too that she just doesn’t know how to nose open the door. Since the problem with this dog is happening either over night or early morning, I would highly recommend crate training this girl. The crate should be just big enough for her to stand and turn around in, but no so big that she can potty and get away from the mess.
She may bark and whine the first week, but persistence will pay off. Then early in the morning I would take her directly from the crate and put her outside. If you see her potty outside, she should get a special treat and lots of praise. Dogs are creatures of habit and if you can coordinate her getting out the door every morning after being crated, it will become habit for her to go outside. If you are having problems during the day, you should set a timer for two hours and EVERY two hours take her out and see if she will go.....only give her about five minutes and if she doesn’t go, take her back in. If she shows any interest in going out the door, let her out again and praise her if she does her business outside. Set your timer again and keep at it, then put her in the crate at night. This technique can be very successful with older dogs, you just have to really be patient and consistent.....and don’t forget the positive re-enforcement any time you catch her going potty in the proper place. Good luck! Dr. Keri Sanders
Applications being accepted for Santiam Memorial Auxiliary’s medical scholarship Santiam Hospital Auxiliary will be accepting applications for the medically oriented scholarships until April 23, 2015. To qualify, applicants must have been accepted into an accredited school, college or hospital in a hospital/medical related profession. Applicants must also reside in the Santiam Hospital service area (Stayton, Lyons, Mill City, Detroit, Scio, Jefferson, Aumsville, Gates, Idanha,
Marion, Turner, West Stayton, or Sublimity). Applications are available at the Santiam Hospital at the front desk or by calling Linda Minten at 503-394-2180 or by email at staytonaux@yahoo.com. The Auxiliary would like to thank the Santiam area community for their support of this program. In 2014 the Auxiliary awarded fourteen scholarships totaling $10,000.
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Santiam Kids and Tourism Effort gets ready for fundraising dinner and show
On February 13, the North Santiam Eagles in Mill City is holding a benefit for the Santiam Kids and Tourism Effort. The benefit includes Lasagna dinner with Salad Bar and Garlic Bread for $10. Following the meal a Bake Sale will be held plus a few other items will be auctioned off. Then, beginning at 8pm, a musical show featuring three singer songwriters in solo performances will kick off. There is no cover charge for the live music portion of the show, but donations will
be gladly accepted. The performance features renowned Portland recording artists Pat Kearns, Robert Bruce Burnham and Kat Courtney playing a wide range of music from soft rock to the “acoustic roots, lean and mean, stripped down to the bare bone roots of rock and roll”. Dinner will be served starting at 6pm. Please join us for an evening of fine food and entertainment and a benefit for our community. This fundraising event is open to all. Non-members will be required to sign in.
Free tax services for area seniors and lowincome residents will again be available this year through the AARP Foundation’s Tax-Aide program. The program will operate weekend sites in Silverton and Stayton this year. Both federal and Oregon tax returns will be done.. Walk-in services, with no appointments, will be available on Saturdays at the Silver Falls Library, 410 S. Water Street, Silver-
ton; and the Stayton Public Library, 515 N. First St., Stayton, beginning Feb. 7. Tax preparation hours will be10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tax-Aide is the nation’s largest free tax consulting and preparation service. All volunteers in the program are certified and trained by the AARP Foundation in cooperation with the Internal Revenue Service and the Oregon Department of Revenue.
Free tax help available in February for seniors, low income: federal and state
Alice Wilson hosts Mill City Garden Club; next meeting is February 18
Call before you Burn!
The Backyard Burn Information Line is 877-982-0011 and is updated daily at 8am.
The Mill City Garden Club meeting was held at the love- President Betty Heald at 503-767-4123 for more inly home of Alice Wilson on January 21. Coffee, pie and cheesecake were served. Members pres- formation. ent were Alice Wilson, Treasurer Karin Brown, President Betty Heald, Alan Thompson, Alice Bond, Dianne Miller & guest Imer Henry, and Marie Harmon. No minutes were read as secretary was absent due to illness. Treasures report & flag salute were followed by wonderful discussion of gardening wisdom & tips from Alan & our guest Imer. A wonderful time was had by all, and we thank our gracious hostess for opening her beautiful home to us. Next months meeting will be held at the park like oasis, of Alan Thompson at 1pm Wednesday February 18, in Tune in to local community radio 94.9 fm KYAC to learn Lyons. about local events, community interviews, and much more! New members and visitors welcome. Please contact
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New school in town: Oregon Connections Academy answers your questions In last week’s issue of The Canyon Weekly, representatives from Oregon Connections Academy (ORCA) provided answers to questions re: the decision to move ORCA to the Santiam Canyon School District. They are moving from the Scio School District after a 10 year contract expired. The following are some FAQ’s about ORCA’s move from the Scio School District to the Santiam Canyon School District (Continued from last week):
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Scio has announced recently that they CALL A PROFESSIONAL TODAY! intended to attempt to retain ORCA, but Linda McAlister 859-3076 Sandy Lyness 897-2142 ORCA responded (within their jurisdicJudith Okeefe(541)420-4147 tion) that they intend to continue forward Kathy Power 881-6680 Helen Merrill 897-2689 with the move to Mill City, and plan to Nancy Kelle 897-2590 begin the move here in July. 280 NE Santiam Blvd. ~ Mill City All of the FAQ’s and answers can be Email: greenmt@wbcable.net found at www.thecanyonweekly.com. Does your decision to change district partners have anything delivery of services to ORCA students with to do with your provider, special needs. This will result in meeting Connections Education? student learning needs at a more integrated No, this decision comes from the ORCA Board. and thorough level.
How is moving from Scio to Santiam Canyon in the best interest of students and families? Will it mean more funding at the classroom level to serve students? The new arrangement with Santiam Canyon allows for the ability to direct more resources to students. The ORCA Board and Administration are examining options such as providing additional course offerings such as dual credit, AP, credit recovery, and college/career readiness courses and providing additional support and resources for students.
How many special education students does ORCA serve? As of June 2014, 12% (433) of the student body had IEPS; 5% (176) were 504 students (with disabilities); 7% (227) were Gifted.
In a recent op-ed, the Scio School Board Chairman suggested that ORCA is run by a for-profit east coast company. Is this true? ORCA is a non-profit, public school. ORCA contracts with the Baltimore-based Connections Education for online learning services What about students with special needs? and more -- just as traditional schools conThe new arrangement with Santiam Canyon tract with for-profit companies for bus and also provides the ability to improve the lunch services, curriculum and more.
Will Connections Education, the provider, make more money as a result of the new deal? Connections Education is the online learning provider for ORCA, if we increase our educational offerings, we plan to contract for those additional services (though we are not obligated to) through Connections. What is the future for ORCA and Santiam Canyon? The future looks bright! We are partnering with a district that is committed to quality education and innovation. We expect great things for ORCA’s current and future students.
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Donkey Basketball - A total Kick in the Rear
Thursday night, the Santiam Gym was full of crazy people riding donkeys trying to steer the gentle, and somewhat stinky beast, close enough to a basket to make a shot with a ball. In the end, the Budonkey-donks took home
the trophy (again, for second year in a row) for sacrificing your pride and your rear ends triumphing over the Sinister 7, the School to make us laugh! Assests and the Hee Haw McGraw’s. Said one bystander in the crowd, “the whole This fundraiser for the 2015 Grad Night evening has been glori-ass!” party was a complete success for all. A personal thanks from the editors to the players
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Santiam Boys Varsity Basketball 1/23/15 vs Western Mennonite (L) 60-49 1/27/15 vs E. Linn Christian (L) 32 -28
Santiam Girls Varsity Basketball 1/23/15 vs Western Mennonite (L) 24-54 1/24/15 vs Jefferson (L) 28-33 1/27/15 vs E. Linn Christian (L )32-52
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Starr E. Lutz
Obituary
September 24, 1953 – January 23, 2015
On the evening of January 23, 2015 Starr Elaine Lutz passed away unexpectedly of a heart attack. She was 61 years old. Starr was born in the town of Port Clinton, Ohio on September 24, 1953. She was the sixth child of Virginia and Trathferd Eshelman. On March 31, 1973 Starr married her best friend, Troy William Lutz, in Arizona. They would have celebrated 42 years of marriage this March. They moved to California, and on February 11, 1974, they welcomed a son, Donald Ammon Lutz. They moved to Oregon in 1979. The Santiam, North Fork area has been their home for nearly 35 years. In addition to raising a son, Starr became a foster parent and foster retention specialist, over a span of 17 years Starr and Troy opened their home to change the lives of over 138 Foster children. She was known for her
tough love and strong demeanor. It was often said “Starr is the toughest man I know”. In recent years Starr could be found pouring her heart and hard work into Giovanni Mountain Pizza, a local pizza parlor. She was a mentor who challenged those around her to be their best. She was an unapologetic conservative christian woman. She will be sorely missed. Starr is survived by her husband, Troy; her son, Ammon and his wife Elizabeth; her grandchildren, Benjamin, Walker and Aida; and by her brothers, Skip, Mark, Aric and Zach. A service will be held at the Gates Fire Hall at 4pm on February 7, 2015. The family gratefully accepts donations, prayers, condolences, and memories. Arrangements entrusted to Weddle Funeral Services Stayton, Oregon.
Habitat for Humanity accepting applications for home ownership
Those interested in learning more about partnering with Habitat for Humanity on their path to homeownership are invited to attend an Application Information Meeting on Tuesday, February 3rd at Salem Evangelical Church (455 Locust St NE, Salem, OR 97301) at 6pm for English and 6:45pm for Spanish. Please RSVP by calling (503) 3646642. This meeting is free and open to the public. Habitat for Humanity provides a unique opportunity for hardworking families to build and buy their own homes. Houses are sold to new homeowners at no profit. Mortgage lengths vary depending on income. Mortgage payments help pay for
construction of future homes in the Mid-Willamette Valley. For more information on this meeting or other Habitat for Humanity programs, please visit www.salemhabitat.org or contact the Habitat for Humanity office at 503-364-6642. Habitat for Humanity of the MidWillamette Valley has been serving the community since 1991, working in concert with volunteers, donors, and partner families to build decent, affordable homes in Salem, Polk County and the greater Stayton area. To date, Habitat for Humanity of the Mid-Willamette Valley has built more than 85 homes, housing more than 300 individuals— including over 200 children.
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Habitat for Humanity’s Homeownership Program for qualified low-income households Habitat for Humanity provides a unique opportunity for hardworking families to build and buy their own homes. Houses are sold to new homeowners at no profit. Mortgage lengths vary depending on income. Mortgage payments help pay for construction of future homes in the Mid-Willamette Valley.
If you are interested in becoming a homeowner, attend an Application Information Meeting. Please call 503-364-6642 to RSVP. Tuesday, February 3rd 2015 Salem Evangelical Church, 455 Locust St NE, Salem, OR 97301 6:00 PM—English 6:45 PM—Spanish
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Santiam Outdoors Corner by Tim Widmer Places to Avoid: Kayaking Hazard on Packsaddle Stretch
Places to Go: Magical Trail near Monument Peak
Find the map of the Monument Peak Trail System on our website at www.thecanyonweekly.com! Did you know that there is a great hiking trail right out your back door? If you live in Gates, it is a short drive, walk, or bike to the trailhead. Coming from Mill City Take SE Kingwood Ave and take a right on Gates School Rd. Turn left on Monument Peak Rd and the parking and trail is on the right. In Gates Turn on Horeb street, follow across bridge, go right on Gates School Rd and the road turns left you will see a big pullout on the right. During the summer months you may see Horse trailers or Mt. Bikers, but this winter day my hiking companion Sophia, and our two dogs Bella and Bob did not see anyone.. except for a quick disappearance act from Bella, resulting in a quick back track, wondering if a cougar had swiped up our tired and wobbly little dog. After finding Bella confused on a switchback, we made sure to keep her in our sights. The trail starts out mellow, with a nice creek next to us on a meandering single track. After a quarter mile or so the trail starts to get steep. In years past the trail would normally be rutted out and muddy, but this time it was in
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Kayaking down the North Santiam yesterday was at a flow of 3000 CFS. After the river being so high a few weeks back I wanted to check to see if there was indeed logs in the Packsaddle run. I put in at Gates Bridge. The water was cold and crisp and the temperature outside was a balmy 54°. As I was going through the rapids called Fake Spencers, and Spencers, everything was clear and splashy. I had heard that there was some trees and bushes across the left channel in Carnivore which is the rapid on river left, just past Spencers. I approached the drop with caution and eddied out on the right channel and walked across great shape. Most of the trail is singletrack with gravel. After a gain of over 500 feet you come to a road. You can turn around if you want or keep hiking down the road, which will link
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the island to take a look. Lo and behold there was a maple that looked like it was on it’s last leg. There are some branches touching down in the middle of the river about 15 feet above the actual drop. I could see how that tree could be a little scary so I would recommend avoiding the left side of the river which is the Carnivore rapid until it either is taking care of by erosion or the water comes down to enable safe passage.
back up to the magic trail. If you are feeling adventurous you can continue across the road and link up with more trails that weave and wander all the way up to the horse camp and beyond.
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Canyon Readers Book Club meets the 2nd Thursday evening every month at Trexler Farm Restaurant. 6pm for a home cooked dinner and 7pm to discuss the current book. On February 12, Don Crabtree will be guest writer describing his novel Pure Evil written under the name John Lawe with the setting in the Santiam Canyon, Salem, etc.. Don is retired and still does volunteer cold case criminal investigations in Salem. Contact Herb Bastuscheck. 503-859-2668, if interested in a copy of the book and coming to the meeting. SKATE Benefit and Dinner & Show On February 13th the North Santiam Eagles in Mill City is holding a benefit for the Santiam Kids and Tourism Effort. The benefit includes Lasagna dinner with Salad Bar and Garlic Bread for $10. Following the meal a Baked Goods auction will be held plus a few other items will be auctioned off. Then, beginning at 8pm, a musical show featuring three singer songwriters in solo performances will kick off. The performance features renowned Portland recording artists Pat Kearns, Robert Bruce Burnham and Kat Courtney playing a wide range of music from soft rock to the “acoustic roots, lean and mean, stripped down to the bare bone roots of rock and roll”. Dinner will be served starting at 6pm. Please join us for an evening of fine food and entertainment and a benefit for our community. This fundraising event is open to all. Non-members will be required to sign in.
ness, 503-551-2645; Dan Lemke; and Tim Kirsch. Korner Post Restaurant Valentines Dinner Feb 14th, 5pm to 8pm, 1. Serving, Traeger slow smoked Pork Loin, Baby roasted potatoes, soup or salad, vegetable, dinner roll OR Marinated Grilled Shrimp, served with rice pilaf, vegetable, soup or salad, dinner roll. Either dinners $14. or two for $27.00. 100 S Detroit Ave., Detroit, Or Reservations call: 503 859 8901 North Santiam Forest Collaborative *Formerly known as the Breitenbush Watershed Stakeholder Collaborative Next Meeting: Thursday - March 5, 2015 (Lunch will be provided) Meeting Location: Gates Fire Hall 140 E. Sorbin St., Gates, OR 97346
Events this week
Friday, January 30
High School Basketball Santiam Vs St Paul at Santiam Jr/Sr High Gym. JV games start at 3:30. Varsity starts at 6:30.
Monday, February 2
Santiam Elementary Post Office opens. Send a note to someone you love!
8-10 am The monthly Small Steps, Big Results class meets this Monday, Feb 2 from 8 – 10am at Trexler Farm.Come on down to see your buddies, celebrate success, and make some inspired plans for February. If you were able to attend “Creating a Vision for your Business (and Lions Club dinner and Pie Auction Life),” this is a great place to get some On February 14th the Lions Club will be momentum on some of your big picture hosting their annual Sweetheart’s Dinner at ideas too. call Allison at 503.871.5188 the Santiam Jr./Sr. High School commons. for more information. Tickets must be purchased in advance and cost $25/couple or $13/single.All proceeds 6:30 pm SCSD PTO meets at Santiam go directly to the LionsClub College Schol- Elementary. All welcome. arship fund. The Lions Club gives out several scholarships of $750 annually to local Tuesday, February 3 high school graduating seniors. 1-3pm Free Grant Writing Workshop Dinner includes Chicken Parmesan, roll, conducted by Oregon Heritage of Oregon vegetable medley and cheesecake. The Parks and Recreation Department. evening includes local entertainment, door This training is highly recommended prizes and a dessert auction. Child care is if you plan to apply for one of Oregon provided! Heritage’s many grants. These grants fund Tickets can be obtained by contacting any historic cemetery, museum, archaeolLions Club member, including Sandy Ly- ogy, historic property and other heritage 8
projects. The workshops are free and open to anyone. 725 Summer St. NE, Room 124A, Salem. Info: Kuri Gill at Kuri.Gill@ oregon.gov or 503-986-0685. High School Wrestling--Santiam at Central Linn Central Linn 6:30pm Mill City City Council Work Session, at Mill City City Hall, 444 S First Avenue. The Mill City City Council will meet in a work session to review Business Loan Program Options. Meetings are open to the public. 7pm--The Stage Production “Annie” debuts at Santiam Auditorium.. $6 adults/ $3 kids and seniors. Tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance by calling Caroline at (503) 897-2311 ext. 240. The International Club will selling desserts, coffee, water and flowers at the intermission of each show to help raise money to visit Belize in 2016.
Wednesday, February 4
High School Basketball Santiam Vs Central Linn at Santiam Jr/Sr High Gym. JV Games start at 3:30. Varsity starts at 5:45. 7pm 4th of July Committee meets at Mill City city Hall, All Welcome
Thursday, February 5
9:30-11am Free ONLINE Grant Writing Workshop conducted by Oregon Heritage of Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. Info: Kuri Gill at Kuri.Gill@ oregon.gov or 503-986-0685. 7 pm The Stage Production “Annie” plays at Santiam Auditorium... $6 adults/ $3 kids and seniors. Tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance by calling Caroline at (503) 897-2311 ext. 240. The International Club will selling desserts, coffee, water and flowers at the intermission of each show to help raise money to visit Belize in 2016.
Saturday, February 7
Al Dressed Up Prom Dress Giveaway 2nd annual Auction Dinner and Fundraiser at the Stayton Community Center, 400 W. Virginia St. in Stayton. This year’s theme is “Mardi Gras” Tickets are $25 per person. contact Anna Benefiel at 503881-0711 or email: taby02@hotmail.com. For more information visit their website at www.taby02.wix.com/alldressedup or see them on Facebook.
Sunday, February 8
2 pm The Stage Production “Annie”
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Weekly Events
A group of local citizens, dubbing themselves the Save Our Bridge (SOB) Committee, has formed and is working with the City of Mill City to promote the rehab of the historic railroad bridge. The SOBs meet each 2nd Wednesday of the Month at 2 pm at Mill City City Hall
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or www.northsantiam.org. Join the Canyon Gleaners. Learn more about how low-income families can participate in a local food sharing/gathering program. For more info call 503-897-4031.
Christian Church www. millcity christianchurch.org
Sunday Worship 10 am
Mill City/Gates American Legion Auxiliary Unit 159 Meetings are held the 2nd Thur. of each month at 7pm at the Senior Center in Mill City. For more information contact Brenda Harris at 503-859-3152 or Sandra Rupert at 503-897-2966. Mill City Eagles Salutes Armed Forces Members and Veterans.
Mondays
7pm Santiam Canyon Community Yoga practice at the Gates Fire Hall at the Chorus rehearses at the Canyon Arts new studio each Tuesday and Thursday at Center on Hwy 22. Contact Herb 9am. The classes consist of Vinyasa and Yin Bastuscheck, 503-859-2668 for info. styles. It is a 90 minute class. On WednesTuesdays day evening “Hot Yoga” class. This class is 10am-2pm Quilting Club Canyon Bible a 1hr Vinyasa and Yin but at a more engaged Fellowship, Lyons 910-4918 and vigorous pace. $10/class. Call Julie at. 12pm Meals on Wheels, Senior Meals 503-510-5519 for more information. Fellowship Hall, MC Presbyterian. Meals on Wheels. Ruth:503-897-2204. $3.50 The Canyon Senior Center is open from donation recommended. 10am-2pm (Mon-Thurs) and 10am-4pm 7:30pm Santiam Al-Anon, Mt. View (Friday). 844 South 1st Ave, Mill City. Church, Aumsville. Newcomers welcome. Lyons Library is located at 279 8th St. Hours: Tue/Thu 1pm-6:30pm, Fridays 1- 5 pm, and Sat: 10am-3:30pm, Sun-Mon-: Closed. Info: 503-859-2366 Mill City Library is located at 250 SW 2nd Ave. Hours: 10-12/1:30-3:30pm on Tues-Fri. Sat 10-12. Closed Sun & Mon. Info: 503-897-4143. North Santiam Watershed Council meetings are held at the Stayton Community Center at 400 West Virginia Street on the 2nd Thursday of every month except July/August at 7pm. 503- 930-8202
Wednesdays
7pm AA Meeting at Gates Community Church of Christ 7pm Youth Bible Study 9th grade-age 25 at Baptist Home Fellowship. Bible study and snacks. 1095 SW 1st Ave., Mill City. 7:30pm AA Meeting at Idanha City Hall.
Gates Community Church of Christ
“..reaching the canyon for Christ.” Mike Stair, Minister Worship Service 11 AM 40070 Gates School Rd (503)897-3210
12pm Meals on Wheels, Senior Meals. MC Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall. Ruth: 503-897-2204 12-4:30pm Food Distribution Day at Canyon Gleaners in Mill City. 5:30-8pm Youth Night Ages 10-18 Mill City Christian Church. Kids MUST be picked up by 8:15. Free. 12pm Meals on Wheels, Senior Meals. MC Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall. Ruth: 503-897-2204 12-4:30pm Food Distribution Day at Canyon Gleaners in Mill City. 5:30-8pm Youth Night Ages 10-18 Mill City Christian Church. Kids MUST be picked up by 8:15. Free. 6pm Bible Study at Living Water Church of God, Sorbin St. Gates. 7-9pm Bingo with the Idanha Detroit Fire Dept, every other Thursday at the Detroit City Hall meeting room.
Fridays
1pm Canyon Senior Center Pinochle 844 S First St. Mill City 503 897-4176.
Sundays
11am Gates Community Church of Christ 32 week series The Story at 40070 Gates School Road. The Story takes the Bible, puts it in chronological order, and reads like a novel. Info: 503-897-3210. Thursdays 4-6pm Youth Group at Mehama 10am or 6:30pm Women’s Bible Study Community Church 11336 Morris St. at Mill City Baptist. Offered at two Grades 6-12; games, music and bible convenient times. Contact Brenda Cole for studies. Info: 503-859-2849 or Facebook. info 503-536-5414. Childcare available 7pm Youth Group 7th grade-age 25 at with advance notice. Baptist Home Fellowship. Bible study and 10am-3pm North Santiam Quilters, Gates snacks. 1095 SW 1st Ave., Mill City Church, all levels! 503-897-2102. 9
Linn County Sheriff’s Office Police Log: Jan 18 - Jan 23 01/18/15 Time: 9:02 EXTRA PATROL BROADWAY ST Mill City flagged down by subject 01/18/15 Time: 14:53 FIRE ARMS COMPL SHORELINE DR Linn County Caller reporting she heard gunshots about 1915 last night. Caller heard one of the shots hit metal. Caller would like phone contact 01/18/15 Time: 15:57 DOG COMPLAINT QUEENER DR Linn County caller is reporting 2 black labs running loose on Kingston Jordan road. Caller was not able to provide a cross street or a nearby address. 01/18/15 Time: 20:14 TRAFFDUII 11TH AV Linn County Vehicle into the ditch, male had a beer in his hand.Vehicle is on Kingwood 2 males one with a beer and the other intoxicated. 01/19/15 Time: 11:47 SUSP-CIRCUMSTANCES DOGWOOD ST Lyons Caller
reporting a loud explosion that rattle her home. This occ’d behind a locked gate at the end of the street. 1/19/15 Time: 20:35 EXTRA PATROL Mill City POPPA ALS bldg to the east 01/19/15 Time: 20:57 HARASSMENT RPT 6TH ST Lyons PR says that her ex with not stop emailing her. 01/20/15 Time: 12:45 HARASSMENT RPT Block OAK ST Linn County neighbor has been throwing trash in callers driveway the female flipped caller off today and has been cursing 01/20/15 Time: 16:36 HARASSMENT RPT 1ST AV Mill City MILL CITY Caller wants to report harassment to his children at the market towards his sons 01/21/15 Time: 11:21 SEX OFFENSE BROADWAY ST Mill
City This referral will be closed at screening. The reported information does not rise to the level of CPS assessment 01/21/15 Time: 11:29 DOG COMPLAINT LYONS MILL CITY DR Linn County Caller lives in 1st trailer on the property. She is reporting male, that lives in the Motorhome at the end of the drive, was seen kicking his dog in the head. 01/21/15 Time: 12:56 ANIMAL - GOAT COLE SCHOOL RD Linn County Stayton Scio, on the Stayton side of Cole School. From Stayton at the bend. Goat on the RR tracks walking toward Cole School 01/22/15 Time: 9:51 CRIM MISCHIEF NEAL PARK RD Lyons FRERES CITY PARK Caller states that someone has cut the locks on the port a potties at the park and at city hall. Caller is available by phone. 01/22/15 Time: 10:52 SUSP-CIR-
CUMSTANCES 13TH ST Lyons Caller reporting she evicted her renter and today her renter came to pick up the rest of her stuff and dropped off mail that belonged to the caller. Caller asked her what 01/22/15 19:56 SUSP-VEHICLE LYONS MILL CITY DR Linn County 714: Old white car parked near an abandon house. 714: Vehicle is warm 01/22/15 Time: 20:30 LYONS MILL CITY DR Linn County 2 males coming out of the bushes, the vehicle is also parked in the bushes. Caller did not stop. Date: 01/23/15 Time: 8:55 BURGLARY REPORT MOWITCH RD Theft of laptop computer. Caller believes it was her ex husband who took it, and she has a restraining order against him. Date: 01/23/15 Time: 12:57 JUV-COMPLAINT EVERGREEN ST Mill City juvenile threatened to burn down the school next week
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Local Business Directory Autobody & Paint
•Canyon Auto Rebody 21916 Ferry Rd. SE, Mehama 503-859-3247 www.canyonautorebody.com
Auto Repair
•Mike’s Auto Repair and Diesel: Small engines & motorcycles at 27860 N. Hwy 22, Mill City. 503 897-6061
Antiques/Resale
•Odds and Ends Antiques and Collectables at 11227 Grove St., S.E. Mehama 503-859-2688 •Lyons Timbertown Resale: Home accessories, gifts, more. 1313 Main St. Lyons. 503-859-4054; 503-983-5277 Facebook
Business Development
•GROW EDC: Free & confidential business & non-profit consulting. Info@ growsantiam.org 503-871-5188
Clothing Resale Boutique
•Santiam Treasures Resale Clothing Boutique 228 Broadway St, Mill City 301-904-7217
Computer Services
•WidmerWeb Design 503-569-1229
Construction
•Hueller Construction Inc. CCB #114169 www.huellerconstruction.com 503-859-3575 Facebook
Firewood
•Camp Firewood at Hardwood Components at 20573 Hwy 22 in Mehama 503-859-2144
Health and Wellness
•Chiropractic Physicians Clinic and Wellness Center 11247 Grove St., Mehama 503-859-2181 •Mill City Dental 548 First St., Mill City. Evening appts every Wednesday. 503897-2353 •Mill City Pharmacy 218 S.W. Broadway, Mill City 503-897-2331 •Santiam Medical Clinic 280 S. 1st Ave. Mill City 503-897-4100
•Detroit Market and Supplies 100 Detroit Ave. N. 503-854-3767 Facebook •Mill City Market Place 829 1st Ave. Mill City www.millcitymarketplace.com 503-897-2006 Facebook
Restaurants: Mill City/Gates
Mini-Mart
Signs & Graphics
•Giovanni’s Mountain Pizza 146 N.W. Santiam Blvd., Mill City 503-897-2614 •J and S Deli & Pub 100 SE Juniper St., Mill City (503) 897-2997 Facebook Landscaping •Mountain Edge Cafe 320 N.W. Santiam •Siegmund Landscape, Excavation Blvd., Mill City 503-897-2741 and Supply Call today for all of your •Poppa Al’s Famous Hamburgers 198 landscaping supplies. 503-769-6291 N.E. Santiam Blvd. Mill City Lodging (503)897-2223 •Curt’s Place Rental Suite in Gates •Rosie’s Mountain Coffee House 647 www.curtsplace.net 503-897-6126 N.E. Santiam Blvd., Mill City 503-897•Oak Park Motel 112 E. Central St. Gates, 2378 www.rosiesscones.com Facebook Affordable pricing and clean rooms. 503- •Sierra Restaurant and Market 302 N. 897-3420 www.oak-park-motel.com Santiam Hwy, Gates 503-897-2210 •Elkhorn Valley Inn B&B 33016 North Restaurants: Lyons/Mehama Fork Road S.E., Lyons 503-897-3033 •Trexler Farms 20146 Ferry Rd. SE, www.elkhornvalleyinn.com Facebook Mehama 503-859-4488 •Lodge at Detroit Lake www.trexlerfarm.com Facebook 175 Detroit Ave, Detroit 503-854-3344 Restaurants: Detroit/Idanha www.lodgeatdetroitlake.com •Korner Post Restaurant 100 Detroit •All Seasons Motel 130 Breitenbush Avenue, Detroit 503-854-3735 Road, Detroit 503-854-3421 •The Cedars Restaurant and Lounge 200 www.allseasonsmotel.net N. Detroit Ave, Detroit 503-854-3636 Marinas •Sandy’s Lakeside Coffee 1487 N. •Detroit Lake Marina 115 Breitenbush Santiam Hwy, Idanha Road, Detroit 503-854-3423 •Idanha Grill and Store 183 Hwy 22, www.detroitlakemarina.com Idanha 503-854-3354 •Kane’s Marina 530 Clester Rd., Detroit www.idanhagrill.com Facebook 503-854-3362 Facebook RV Repair Meat Processing •Santiam RV Service Free propane •Gene’s Meat Market 21991 Fern Ridge systems and safety checks! 303 NE 4th Road SE, Mehama 503 859-2252 Ave. Scio, OR 503-394-2348 •River’s Run Deli~Fuel~Groceries 105 Breitenbush Rd, Detroit (503) 854-3039
Mole and Gopher Removal
•LandCare: Learn more at www.land-care.com 503-897-5200
Outdoor Excursions
•Hair Care: Licensed in home hair care for those house bound. Also foster homes, and assisted living care facilities. Janc@wvi.com or 503-269-3022
•Kayak the Santiam 503-569-1229 www.kayakthesantiam.com www.enrgkayaking.com •North Santiam River Trips with Bill Sanderson 503-897-3301 www.nsrtrips.com •The Oregon Experience: Fishing, rafting drift-boating. 503-897-3291 www.oregon-experience.com
•Focus Heating and Construction, Inc. (503) 428-2591 focusheatingandcooling.com
•Ark Animal Care Veterinary Services arkanimalcare@wavecable.com 503-8976004 Find us on Facebook!
•Elkhorn Valley Golf Course 32295 North Fork Rd SE, Lyons (503) 897-3368 www.elkhorngolf.com
•Gregory J. Johanson, M .Div, Ph.D., NCC Director, Grace Counselling Center. 503897-4830 greg@gregjohanson.net
•Mountain High Grocery and Gifts 220 D St. Detroit 503-854-3696
•Green Mountain Real Estate 280 NE Santiam Blvd, Mill City www. GreenMtRealEstate.com 503-897-4500
In-Home Hair Care
Heating and Cooling
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Pets and Animal Care
Golf Courses
Psychotherapy
Groceries
Real Estate
•White Water Signs and Graphics Professional signs for your event or business. Located in Gates, OR. 503-8043613 www.whitewatersigns.com
Security
•Independent Security Solutions Business and Residential CCB#202956 503-580-3299 or Facebook
Sporting Goods/Liquor Store
•Santiam Sports Center 250 NW 9th Ave. Mill City (503) 897-2881
Supplies
•Kelly Lumber Company 757 Hwy 22 East, Mill City (503)897-2363 •Mehama True Value 11267 Grove St. Mehama 503-859-2257 ww3.truevalue. com/mehamatruevalue
Taverns/Bars
•Red Barn Bar and Grill 916 Main St., Lyons. 503-859-2826 Facebook •Trio Tavern and Food 815 SW Linn Blvd. Mill City 503-897-3380 Facebook
Towing
•STR Santiam Towing and Recovery 1-877-859-5757 www.strtowing.com
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Lyons firefighters set out to conquer the Columbia Center It’s a tradition several years in the making, and it means that a couple of hot, sweaty firemen will make it to the top of the world. Or at least they’ll make it to the top of the Columbia Center in Seattle on March 8, said organizers. That’s where James Grover and Michael Rogers, two volunteer firefighters from Lyons, will ascend in full gear to help raise money for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Members from the department have been participating in the Scott Firefighter Stair Climb for several years. And it’s no easy task. Picture this: over 77 pounds of equipment, a breathing mask on your face and oxygen strapped to your back - and 1,311 stairs challenging you to make it to the top as fast as you can. It typically takes 30 minutes to make it up. The fastest can do it in eleven minutes. Some would question the sanity of these firefighters. Others would recognize the difference that they’re making in the lives of people, often children, who are struck with blood cancer diseases.
“The firefighters that climb do the easy part,” said Kira Grover. “It’s the people that have to battle cancer that have the hard part.” This will be the third year that James Grover will make the climb. Thanks to his hard work and dedicated supporters, he’s raised over $2000 for the cause in the last two years. He’s aiming for another $1,500 this year and he’s on his way to making it. His teammate, Michael Rogers, is aiming for $300 during his first year of the challenge. To donate, go to www.llswa.org, click on “Scott Firefighter Stair Climb”, click on the red box “Donate” in the upper right hand corner, then search for either James Grover or Michael Rogers.
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After making it up 1,311 steps, Lyons volunteer firefighter James Grover is assisted by his wife Kira (right) and department volunteer Tyana Brown at the 2014 Scott Firefighter Stair Climb at the Columbia Center in Seattle. Over 300 departments from around the world came to the event last year, which raises money for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
Canyon Crisis Center gets $3,000 grant to help address “any and all issues that impact health and safety”
(cont’d from page 1) “A community who gets together and starts to talk about it are heading in the right direction,” said a representative from the Linn County Deputy Sheriff Department. Lack of awareness of what resources already do exist became clear during the course of the meeting. However many of the services exist outside the direct area. Transportation and/or a reliable phone would be necessary for an individual to access them. One great clearinghouse of information is the Canyon Crisis and Resource Center in Mill City. The Canyon Crisis and Resource Center (CCRC) provides services to the entire Santiam Canyon and outlying areas: Scio, Stayton, Aumsville, Sublimity, Mehama, Lyons, Mill City, Gates, Detroit, Idanha and Marion Forks. “The Crisis Center is in the processing of assessing community service needs, developing a five year plan and restructuring many of the programs for updated services,” said Cheri Girod, CCRC Director. Services are available free to anyone whatever their needs or issues are: domestic violence, family abuse, child abuse, sexual assault, homeless, those with mental health 12
issues, information and referral, children’s issues, Youth Services Team, individualized peer counseling for specific needs and issues. “We can provide hygiene and everyday necessities; shampoos, deodorants, toothbrush-toothpaste, feminine items, diapers and some hand made quilts, and used phones that people can get phone cards for. Beyond Victim/ survivor support and education we will provide information and referral to all who need that service. Plus we offer in office private counseling for free,” said Girod. The center, located at 825 N.W. Santiam Blvd. also provides information on a plethora of other services available such as CARTS Bus Route information, Womens Health Screening, Developmental Disabilities Services, Victims assistance programs, and Family Building Blocks. CCRC recently accepted a grant from Verizon for $3,000. “This enables us to provide ongoing Outreach support, program/services, to help address any and all issues that impact their health and safety. It allows us to reach a wider area and greater needs of those that cannot make it to the Crisis Center Office safely, or depend upon someone to get
them there,” said Girod. CCRC contact number and 24 hour Crisis line is 503-897-2327. They are accepting applications for volunteers for the Hotline, Office Advocacy, Outreach Services and a meeting representative. The next training will be in February. The Santiam Medical Clinic in Mill City is helping to address the canyon mental health services issues by offering The Boost Group to people whose primary provider in with the Santiam Medical Group. Licensed Psychologist Dr. Jeni Felker will be leading the group based meetings to help people with a variety of challenges such as loss, chronic pain, addictions recover, smoking cessation, controlling diabetes, losing weight and drinking less alcohol. They meet on Fridays 10am -11am at the Canyon Crisis and Resource Center. For more information call the clinic at 503-897-4100. From the Editor: We are in the process of developing a comprehensive list of services available in the area for low income and disabled individuals and families. If you would like your community service listed, please send information to editor@thecanyonweekly.com.