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Santiam School District Eying Bond to Replace Current Jr/Sr High By Elaina Turpin The Santiam Jr./Sr. High School was built in 1954, with a questionable flat roof design, and has lived past it’s useful life. The school roof continues to have problems with leaking, and there are also issues with asbestos that make repairs problematic. On top of that, the current school is filled to capacity, with 580 students currently enrolled, an increase of 45 kids over last school year. The school is unable to add additional classes to the schedule due to a lack of classroom space. Increased mandates related to PE classes mean that our district will run out of space, at both the Elementary and Jr/Sr. High gyms. To deal with these issues, and allow for future growth, the Santiam Canyon School Board is looking at putting at $17.1 million bond measure on the ballot in May 2019. “This has been quite a process, I’ve been involved from the start. The current building needs to be remodeled with a match, it would never be even adequate,” said local contractor Dan Benjamin. The Santiam Canyon School District has been looking at how they will deal with the current, and future, problems at the schools. This process has led to designs which will allow for a more traditional 6-8th grade middle school, with better separation from high school students. This
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includes additional classrooms with better safety and security. The plan aso is to add vocational spaces to increase trade classes, add an elementary cafeteria so that the little children don’t have to cross the street in order to eat lunch, and improve traffic flow and parking. Superintendent Todd Miller, presented several options for the future of the buildings. “Work done on these schools is for the future of our children and for the community.” said Miller. Three new build options were presented. The most expensive option, at $32.9 million, is a standard construction job with two stories for seperation of the Middle/High School students. The next option features DOME construction and with this the cost decreased to $31.1 million. The third new build option is a factory built campus, at $17.1 million this is the least expensive new build option. “What’s the longevity of the buildings?” asked parent, Jill Cohen. “All the option are rated for 50 year build. There will be repairs you’ll have to do in those 50 years, such as replace the roof. To give you an idea of what to expect, the US Bank building in town is a factory built building which was put in 30 years ago.” said Miller. “All of the options contain the same amount of classroom space.” “Yesterday I saw the building,
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people have a concept of modular builds, but this was a nice building. There was a lot of good work done.” said Benjamin on the tour of Lafayette school built from a factory build. “I feel that with it’s affordability you’ll have a much better chance of passing the bond. I like the concept of local, using Freres product, built in Aumsville.” Both of the options for factory builds are built in Aumsville. The factory build option, which the board is leaning towards, also cuts the build time in at least half. Traditional build could take 2-5 years. The factory build is expected to take 1 year to 14 months. “Smaller districts have trouble because they don’t have the tax base. The school board was looking to keep the bond under $20 million. At our January meeting we’ll make a decision on which way to go.” said school board member Rich Moore. “I want to thank the school and staff for doing their homework so we can make an informed decision.” said Gary Swanson. Todd Miller plans on taking this presentation to area residents throughout the district. If you would like to view the presentation which plans for the potential builds, you can find it on the Santiam Canyon School District Facebook page. For more questions, contact Todd Miller at the district office at 503-897-2321.
By Michelle Gates
Mari-Linn Store happens this week, organizers seek wrapping donations
The ever popular MariLinn Holiday Store is set for this Thursday and Friday on December 20-21! Students at Mari-Linn will have the opportunity to shop for their parents and friends at this vendor-style event that features most items under $5.00. "The store is laid out like a miniature craft bazaar," said organizers. "Local vendors will offer gifts priced under $10 with more than half of their items under
$5. Just like the big bazaars, vendors will exchange their goods personally." Please have your child bring cash. Donations of tissue paper gift bags ribbons and bows are always appreciated and can be brought to the Mari-Linn School office at any time. For more information, contact the school at 503-859-2154.
School supplies make great stocking stuffers Teachers and school administrators want to remind parents that if you are looking for some last minute Christmas stocking ideas, please consider replenishing your student's
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Holiday Lights Sparkle At Niagara Water Wheel By Michelle Gates Drivers heading above Gates on Hwy 22 are now pleased to see the Niagara Water Wheel up and running and fully lighted for the holiday season. Owner Colby Lamb said that he will keep it lighted and turning from 4pm - 10pm from now through New Years. Lamb has been working to restore the wheel over the past year after purchasing it as part of his property a few years ago. It had been ghostly still since 2011 due to mechanical problems, but thanks to Lamb’s dedication, as well as donations from local supporters and construction companies, the wheel shines once again as a notable highlight of the drive between Gates and Detroit. The wheel was installed in 1984 as a tourist attraction. school supplies. Items like, pencils, paper, glue sticks and tissues are always appreciated this time of year!
Lyons Fire still seeking toy donations The Lyons Fire District is working toward another successful year of giving back to the community and they need your help! They are still accepting donations of food and toys through December 20 for this year, and any toys donated after December 20 will go toward next year's program. The food and toys are given out to low income children and
Lamb explains that the wheel is powered by water from Niagara Creek. Water from the creek is gravity fed to the top of the water wheel and dropped in front of the axl, which pushes the buckets forward away from the incoming creek water. This is what’s called an “overshot” water wheel. The wheel is located on private property and Lamb asks visitors to respect the no trespassing signs, but photographers can pull over onto Niagara Heights Road and snap a picture. Lamb offers this advice: “Play with longer exposures for interesting effects!" Colby Lamb’s GoFundMe page “Niagra Water Wheel Restoration” is still accepting donations for the ongoing upkeep of the wheel. Contributors have donated over $1100 of the total $4000 goal. residents that live within the fire district's boundaries. Drop off locations include the Lyons Fire Department, Your Country Kitchen, Lyons Market and the Lyons Corner Market, Mehama Ace Hardware, and Mari-Linn School. Requested donations include: bike helmets, legos, barbies, make up, arts and crafts supplies, headphones, remote control cars and baby dolls. For information and questions please contact the Lyons Fire Department at 503-859-2410. This year's applications for toys and food were accepted until December 3rd.
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Santiam Sports Center in Mill City Sells to new Owners Jim Girod is ready to retire. He has owned this landmark piece of property at 250 NW 9th Ave, that fronts Hwy 22 on the west end of Mill City, since 1977. It was then that he began his (almost) life-long affiliation with the Santiam Sports Center. Jim Girod initially ran the store for several years. After that, his brother Alan managed the store for many more years, until his death in 2010. Jim then took over the day to day business again, providing the community and visitors with needed supplies for fishing, hunting, grocery essentials and liquor sales. “It’s mostly been a fishing/tackle store,” said Girod. Noting the long isles of the 2,700 square foot store are laden with gear found only in a town, such as ours, that identifies with river fishing as a normal daily activity. The buyers, Jesse and Harry Singh, are not new to business. They officially took ownership this past Monday, December 17. They are co-owners in the Scio Stop-N-Save, the only full service market and community liquor store, since 2016. And the extended family currently owns smaller but similar stores in Albany, Salem, Stayton, Aumsville and elsewhere. According to Jim Girod, the Singhs plan to continue the Santiam Sports Center, as is. The will continue to sell fishing and hunting gear and licenses, tackles, ammunition, camping supplies, groceries and liquor. “They plan on keeping much of the same merchandise, and expanding on it, most of the changes wil lbe cosmetic,” says Girod. Diane Harris (Blan), a staple in the community who has managed the Sports Center over the past 30 years, will continue , as will the other crew of helpful employees. “I feel like I had the best crew in the country. I really enjoyed working with them over the years,” said Jim Girod. He reports he plans on staying on part time as a resource/ training consultant for a while there “to keep me making my coffee money.” “It’s something to keep me busy, rather than get involved with the TV shows,” says Girod. “My wife Cherie and I have lived most of our lives up here, and we can’t thank everyone enough for their support they have given us over the year. We will probably be here until we are pushing up daisies.” We at The Canyon Weekly would like to congratulate the Girods on the successful sale of their business and officially welcome the Singhs to the community.
Darrow Family Takes Lyons Lighting Contest Prize
Story and photos By Michelle Gates The Darrow family at 910 7th Street in Lyons are the winners of this year's Lyons Lighting Contest. Alex Darrow accepted the Mayor Choice prize at the Lyons City Council meeting on December 19th. The home was decorated by members of the family, including parents David and Deannie. Their son, Alex, explained that the decorations took at least 40 hours to put up, and "multiple trips to the store!" The family came in second last year, and this year, it was game on. "I really thought that the people down the road were going to win," said Alex. "Next year, we'll have to add a river of lights and a military honors tree would be great!" The Mayor's Choice Award was given out by Mayor Troy Donahue, who took multiple trips through town before making his decision on the winner. "We had a wonderful turn out this year and it was nice to see all kinds of houses and families that had put up decorations." The Darrow family won a movie pack and a commemorative ornament. And bragging rights. "My mom is very happy," said Alex Darrow.
Everyone's A Winner at Lions Club Christmas Party
Photo and story by Michelle Gates The Lions Club of Mill City gathered last week for their annual Christmas Party. This year's event was held at Sandy Lyness' home in Mill City on the evening of December 12. Among the festivities were a plethora of tasty homemade treats, as well as a white elephant gift exchange that had all the members fighting over who got the best gift! This group of community volunteers make it their mission to help others, while having a blast at the same time. They organize the annual Valentine's Day Sweethearts Dinner and Dessert Auction every February, which raises money for the scholarship fund. They also host the annual Highway 22 clean-up, sometimes twice a year Lions member Dave Shelton also adds, "The Lions Club is most famous for their mission to help eyesight issues. Remember, we collect used eyeglasses for those who are in need. You can drop them at Mill City Pharmacy, Mountain Edge Restaurant or give to a Lions Club member. You will be helping someone in need!" The Mill City Lions Club is a non-profit group that primarily raises money for local programs and student scholarships. They meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 6:30pm. Upcoming meeting locations are TBA. To find out how to join, contact Sandy Lyness at 503-551-2645 or find them on https://www. facebook.com/millcitylions/.
Tigers of the month for November
Santiam Elementary School November Tigers of the Month are: (in no particular order) Kinsley Gutierrez, Grahm Badger, Jena Lutz, Natalie Budlong, MCKenzie Seidel, Bentley Hartwell, Cayden Schroeder, Hadlee Carpenter, Kadien Marr, Emmaly Kosack, Kross Martenson, Cody Holman, Mason Lindemann, Jerry Carson and Tico Irving.
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Highlights from this week’s Oregon Department Blast from the Logging Past of Fish and Wildlife Recreation Report: Disclaimer….you will have to go online to get the most up to date and pertinent information!
A big thanks to Chris Emerson of Gates for sharing this historic family photo of his grandpa, Walt Thomas, leaning on the fender, and his great uncle Charles Thomas. They, along with their other brother, Richard Thomas and brotherin-law Al Yankus, operated Thomas Brothers Logging in Gates. This photo was from the sometime in the 1940’s.
ODFW celebrates the #25DaysOfFishmas Do you do Social media? If so you can follow #25DaysOfFishmas on Instagram to learn more about some of Oregon’s more interesting and unusual fish. Add bird watching to your holiday “to do” list Join other birders from around the state in the Audubon Christmas bird count around the holidays this year. Depending on the area, the typical one-day counts start in mid-December and continue into early January. Experienced and novice birders are invited. This nationwide, citizen science project celebrates 119 years this year. It’s best to have online capabilities to learn more about this subject as the whole process is actually quite complicated. Visit online at /www.audubon.org/ conservation/join-christmasbird-count 20,000 gray whales will be swimming past Oregon – how many can you spot? Mid-December to midJanuary is the peak of the winter gray whale migration along the Oregon coast, and a prime time to do a little whale watching. If you’re headed to the coast for the holidays, take a warm coat and some binoculars. People come from all over the world to
Mill City Volunteer Fire Department to hold Christmas Tree Recycling Event Community members in Mill City, who would like the opportunity to dispose of their Christmas trees and help the local food bank program at the same time,, will have the opportunity to do so on Saturday, January 5th starting at 9am. Members of the Mill City Volunteer Fire Department will pick up and dispose of your used Christmas tree on that date. The cost of this service will be a donation of four cans of food or other non-perishable items for the local food bank program. After the Holiday Season, the food bank is often very short on food. This is a small way to begin replenishing the shelves. To be placed on the list for pickup, call the Mill City Fire Hall at 503-897-2390.
learn about the gray whales that travel along the Oregon coast each year. Whales are visible from Oregon's shores all year long although some months are better than others. In the Winter we watch nearly 20,000 gray whales from midDecember through mid-January as they travel south to the warm lagoons of Baja Mexico. Our friends at Oregon Parks have some great advice about where to go, including the 24 places that will be staffed with knowledgeable volunteers during the Whale Watching Spoken Here program, Dec. 2731. We suggest you google:: ”oregon state parks whale watching.” Favorite time of year for duck hunters Duck hunting provides some of the best hunting opportunities in December and January. Cold stormy weather to the north will push birds into our area and increasing rains will fill ponds and flood fields. Many ODFW wildlife areas are reporting ice, but hunters willing to search for open water and hunt over decoys can still do well. Winter belongs to steelhead Winter officially begins on December 21 and fish already are moving into many rivers. if they’re not in your home waters yet, they will be soon.
In the meantime, it’s not too soon to fine tune the gear, and start monitoring water levels and early fishing reports in the weekly Recreation Report updates online. myodfw.com/ recreation-report ODFW launches new licensing system Carry your licenses and tags on your phone ODFW’s new licensing system allows you to carry your licenses and tags on your smartphone. (Though you can still print them to paper at home or at a license vendor.) The first step is to go to the MyODFW licensing page to locate and verify your account. Next you’ll want to download the MyODFW app, which will store your documents even when you’re out of cell phone range. Be sure you verify your account at MyODFW.com BEFORE your try to log into the MyODFW app. Editor’s Note: many retailers are reporting that they are unable to sell licenses at the moment that are not online. Everyone is adjusting, together, to this change in communications. We suggest that you approach this issue with patience and a cup of tea, or coffee….or even a drink or two. And perhaps enlist the assistance of a kind millennial to guide you through the online system!
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Ongoing in December
The Gates Neighborhood Watch will begin their annual poinsettia Christmas cactus sale the Friday after Thanksgiving, on November 23 at the Gates Post Office.Hours of the sale are Mondays -Fridays, 8:30am to 5pm and Saturdays 8:30 am- 12pm. There are several different sizes of poinsettias available,priced at $6, $11 and $17and all are wrapped in colorful cellophane. The Christmas cactuses are $6 each. for more information call Sandra at the Post Office 503897-2966.
available at Trexler Farm prior to show by advance reservation only Call 503 859-5500 for details or email trexlerfarm@wvi.com Seating is limited so reserve as early as possible! Tuesday, January 1
Happy New Year!
What are your plans for the New Year? We plan on moving on from ownership of The Canyon Weekly, and pursuing Christmas Trees!--North Santiam Gleaners in Scio November 23rd through December 22nd. Sunday to our next chapter in life. Thursday:12:30 PM to 7 PM Friday & Saturday 9AM May the adventure continue.! to 7:30 PM. Prices for Noble mixed trees: Under 10 Thank you everyone for these pat 8 plus foot - $10, over 10 foot - $20.Cut fresh daily from local tree farms.Location:NW 2nd Ave & Main Street, years of community support. Scio.Donations gladly accepted: For information call: We could not have done it all without YOU! Tom Meyer, Secretary, 503-394-2147 Friday, December 21
Happy Winter Solstice! The first day of Winter.
This year the Solstice coincides with a full moon and a meteor shower. So if we are are lucky enough to have clear skies, this would be a great time to get outside and enjoy the night light show. 6:30 pm Miracle on 34th St. An Aumsville Community Theater Staged Radio Show at the Little Red School House Theatre, 151 W. Locust St. in Stayton. Curtain time 7pm. Tickets $10. Buy in advance at www.staytonevents.com. Saturday, December 22 11 am-4pm Canyon Art Center Arts & Crafts Open House at the Canyon Art Center, 280 NE Santiam Hwy, Mill City. A weekly open arts and crafts session hosted by Santiam Hearts to Arts. Community members are invited to drop in on Saturdays and paint, draw, work on crafts, socialize with other art-interested community members and local artisans. Free event. 6:30 pm Miracle on 34th St. An Aumsville Community Theater Staged Radio Show at the Little Red School House Theatre, 151 W. Locust St. in Stayton. Curtain time 7pm. Tickets $10. Buy in advance at www.staytonevents.com. Sumday, December 23 1:30 pm doors open, Curtain time 2pm Miracle on 34th St. An Aumsville Community Theater Staged Radio Show at the Little Red School House Theatre, 151 W. Locust St. in Stayton. Tickets $10. Buy in advance at www.staytonevents.com. Tuesday, December 25
Merry Christmas! Friday, December 29 7pm Syco Billy's String Band -part of the KYAC concert series at Trexler Farm, 20146 Ferry Road SE, Mehama. Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door (if available). Tickets available at www. staytonevents.com. “A local band with many years of experience. When Glen’s son Brian was diagnosed with ALS, Glen wanted Brian to see him play music with Brian’s sons Branden and Brad. They started hosting a weekly BBQ and Jams dinner night which continued to grow as more family and friends attended and joined the jam. With many thanks to Brian and his love of music, the Syco Billy’s String Band was formed in 2015 with the original members; Glen Damewood (Banjo, Dojo) Kenny Peters (Guitar) Don Baker (Mandolin) and Beningo Chavez (Bass) Shortly after Luc Dauvin joined adding the fun touch of the fiddle. The Syco Billy’s have been playing at local festivals, pubs, and private parties ever since. In 2016 Benny decided to take other opportunities and Bruce Carnine took his place on the Bass. Pre-Show Dinner
Stayton Library has so much to offer in the New Year! CHILDREN’S EVENTS: Tuesday, January 8, 10:15 am DUPLO Challenge. Come build a car with Duplo blocks. E. G. Siegmund Meeting Room, Stayton Public Library, 515 N 1st Ave, Stayton, 503-769-3313
Friday, January 4, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Food Face-Off Oreos Edition. We’ll put different flavors of Oreos to the test to decide which are the best, and which are the worst. For teens in grades 6-12. E. G. Siegmund Meeting Room, Stayton Public Library, 515 N 1st Ave, Stayton, 503-769-3313 Thursday, January 10, 5:30 pm DIY Craftshop: Glitter Bottles. Add some sparkle to your bedroom with glittery bottles. For ages 12 – adult. Free, supplies provided. Register at the library or call 503-769-3313. E. G. Siegmund Meeting Room, Stayton Public Library, 515 N 1st Ave, Stayton. Wednesday, January 23, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Oregon Trail Live!. Join us for a live size version of this computer and card game and see if you can survive the Oregon Trail! For teens in grades 6-12. E. G. Siegmund Meeting Room, Stayton Public Library, 515 N 1st Ave, Stayton, 503-769-3313 ADULT EVENTS: Wednesday, January 2, 5:30 pm Book Discussion - “The Child Finder”. Join us for our monthly book discussion group for adults. This month’s book is The Child Finder by Rene Denfeld. This literary thriller about the search for a missing child explores themes of survival, resiliency and redemption. E. G. Siegmund Meeting Room, Stayton Public Library, 515 N 1st Ave, Stayton, 503-769-3313
Tuesday, January 8, 4:00 pm Lego Challenge – Wind Racers. Come build a racer with our legos, outfit it with a sail, and we’ll race them at the end! E. G. Siegmund Meeting Room, Stayton Public Library, 515 N 1st Ave, Stayton, 503-769-3313
Thursday, January 3, 5:30 pm Coloring Group. Join us for evening of coloring and relaxation. Ages 12 through adult, supplies provided. FREE, no registration necessary. E. G. Siegmund Meeting Room, Stayton Public Library, 515 N 1st Ave, Stayton, 503-769-3313
Tuesday, January 15, 10:15 am Rubber Ducky Day. That’s right, in celebration of National Rubber Ducky Day (January 13), join us to make some ducks some new clothes! Use our craft supplies to deck our ducks in new duds. E. G. Siegmund Meeting Room, Stayton Public Library, 515 N 1st Ave, Stayton, 503-769-3313
Thursday, January 3, 5:30 pm Needlecraft Group. Join us for a monthly crafting program. Bring your knitting, crochet, needlepoint, quilting, and more for a laid back evening of chat and crafting. FREE, no registration necessary. E. G. Siegmund Meeting Room, Stayton Public Library, 515 N 1st Ave, Stayton, 503-769-3313
Tuesday, January 15, 4:00 pm Rubber Ducky Day. That’s right, in celebration of National Rubber Ducky Day (January 13), join us to make some ducks some new clothes! Use our craft supplies to deck our ducks in new duds. E. G. Siegmund Meeting Room, Stayton Public Library, 515 N 1st Ave, Stayton, 503-769-3313
Thursday, January 10, 5:30 pm DIY Craftshop: Glitter Bottles. Add some sparkle to your home with glittery bottles. For ages 12 – adult. Free, supplies provided. Register at the library or call 503-769-3313. E. G. Siegmund Meeting Room, Stayton Public Library, 515 N 1st Ave, Stayton.
Monday, January 21, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm 9th Annual Free Books At Last. To celebrate Martin Luther King Junior’s Birthday we will have a free book for every child who comes to the Stayton Public Library today. Stayton Public Library, 515 N 1st Ave, Stayton, 503-769-3313
Wednesday, January 30, 5:30 pm Book Discussion - “The Book of Unknown Americans” Join us for our monthly book discussion group for adults. This month’s book is The Book of Unknown Americans by Cristina Henriquez. E. G. Siegmund Meeting Room, Stayton Public Library, 515 N 1st Ave, Stayton, 503-769-3313
Tuesday, January 22, 10:15 am Penguin Party. Join us for penguin fun and games including penguin bowling. E. G. Siegmund Meeting Room, Stayton Public Library, 515 N 1st Ave, Stayton, 503-769-3313 Tuesday, January 22, 4:00 pm Penguin Party. Join us for penguin fun and games including penguin bowling. E. G. Siegmund Meeting Room, Stayton Public Library, 515 N 1st Ave, Stayton, 503-769-3313 Tuesday, January 29, 10:15 am Spy School. We’ll have fun secret agent activities to help you become the spy you always knew you could be. Disguises are optional. E. G. Siegmund Meeting Room, Stayton Public Library, 515 N 1st Ave, Stayton, 503-769-3313 Tuesday, January 29, 4:00 pm Spy School. We’ll have fun secret agent activities to help you become the spy you always knew you could be. Disguises are optional. E. G. Siegmund Meeting Room, Stayton Public Library, 515 N 1st Ave, Stayton, 503-769-3313 TEEN EVENTS :
Thursday, January 31, 7:00 pm Author Visit with R. Gregory Nokes. R. Gregory Nokes is the author of The Troubled Life of Peter Burnett: Oregon Pioneer and First Governor of California as well as other histories of the early West. There will be a reception following the talk. Free, no registration necessary. E. G. Siegmund Meeting Room, Stayton Public Library, 515 N 1st Ave, Stayton, 503-769-3313 Friday, February 2, 6:00 pm Art Show Opening Reception. Stayton Public Library will be holding an art show February 3-16 featuring the works of local artists. Please join us for an opening reception with light refreshments and meet the artists. For more information on the art show, visit staytonlibrary.org or call 503-769-3313. Stayton Public Library, 515 N 1st Ave, Stayton. Friday, February 1, 6:00 pm Art Show Opening Reception Stayton Public Library will be holding an art show February 3-16 featuring the works of local artists. Please join us for an opening reception with light refreshments and meet the artists. For more information on the art show, visit staytonlibrary.org or call 503-769-3313. Stayton Public Library, 515 N 1st Ave, Stayton.
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Cora’s Hat’s — Over 1000 hat’s and counting! Last Friday Cora Nordmo of Mill City, and her grandmother Stacey Kennedy Nordmo, delivered 155 knitted caps, handmade with love, in their 5th Annual hat donation to Portland VA Medical Center. The knitting duo works year round and recruits other knitters in the community and beyond, to assure that every veteran that passes through the halls of the VA has the opportunity to keep their noggins warm and toasty through the frigged winter months. To date the family team has donated over 1,000 handmade knit and crocheted hats. Cora started this annual labor of love as a community project with her grandmother, in memory of her grandfather, SP4 Harold Kennedy, who died in 2013. “We are so grateful for Cora,
her family, and her community for knitting these warm caps year 'round for our Veterans. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you
Cora and Mill City for stepping up every year to support our Veterans!” said a spokesperson from the VA.
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Winter Garden Tasks By Diane Hyde OSU Master Gardener
It’s cold and wet out in the garden so it is best viewed from inside with a hot beverage in hand. There are some tasks we can tackle on the occasional non-rainy day to protect existing plants and prepare for spring. Winter is a good time to plant hardy trees and shrubs, too, especially if they have gone dormant. Leaves are still falling, but it is time to rake or blow them into a compost pile. Withered stalks on perennials and flowers can be cut and composted too. Avoid composting growth-inhibiting walnut leaves or diseased plants. Protect the compost pile from heavy rains and turn it if you can. Avoid piling deep mulch around trees and shrubs because it might provide cover for rodents. Check for rodent hiding places and place traps as necessary. If baits are preferred, use only “approved” safe baits and keep them away from pets. Protect plants from wind and ice with stakes, windbreaks or covers. Tie branches to give them support if they could break under load of snow or ice. Outdoor faucets should be insulated by now, and hoses put away. A deep freeze can cause costly and inconvenient damage to plumbing and hoses. December is one of the best
times of year to fertilize the lawn. If moss is a problem in the lawn look for a fertilizer that has a moss control product added. For most plants, fertilizer is usually not applied in winter where new growth can be nipped by frost. Wood ashes from the yard burn pile or wood stove can be spread on acidic soil, but not on alkaline soil. Use less than 1.5 pounds per 100 square feet in the garden each year. Don’t know your soil pH? There are test kits at garden supply stores, or this might be a good time to collect a soil sample and have it tested by a lab. There is a free extension publication at the OSU Extension website that explains how to collect a multipoint sample and send it in; cost could be about $30 for a report of pH and nutrient levels with recommendations. Fruit trees are becoming dormant, and stone fruit trees may be ready for pruning or dormant spraying. Apples, pears and other fruit trees can be pruned later, as with grape vines in late January. PNW 164, Training and Pruning Your Home Orchard, illustrates pruning guidelines and techniques for many different fruit trees. It can be printed from OSU Extension website. Liquid lime-sulfur and oil sprays applied in winter help control over-wintering insects and diseases on deciduous trees. First application is usually made in
November, second in December, and third just before new buds break open. Follow instructions carefully. There is no need to spray if no insect or disease problems were seen last season. There is still time to plant bulbs of tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, crocus and other spring-flowering bulbs. Mixing a little bulb fertilizer and humus with the soil before covering the bulbs will help them. Bulbs are generally planted about three times deeper than the greatest diameter. If the stores still have bulbs they are usually marking them down to get us to adopt them and make room for holiday items. A bag of bulbs would be a good gift for a gardener! Plants under tall evergreens and house eaves may not be getting enough moisture from rain. If the hoses are stored, place a bucket or two near the dry areas to catch rain, then douse the dry area occasionally to keep plants there healthy enough to withstand cold weather. Take time to pull or hoe weeds before they flower and go to seed again this winter. Some of the sprouting weeds are from seeds dropped years ago, now coming to life. A little effort now will mean fewer weeds in future years. For free publications and lots more information about gardening, go to extension. oregonstate.edu/gardening.
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Photos courtesy of Marion County Commissioner Kevin Cameron Left - The new Detroit City Park on Patton Road has five exercise stations, a gazebo, restrooms with septic, information signs and a large grass area for picnicking and general enjoyment. Right - The improved Detroit Flats Recreation Area has better parking, new picnic tables and better restrooms. It’s the only free park that provides lake access year round and includes a short trail to Osprey Point and winter access to Piety Island.
Detroit parks development is nearly complete The new Detroit City Park and the improved Detroit Flats Recreation Area are scheduled to open by the end of December, while the city secures a $1,000 grant to develop maps for new walking paths By Michelle Gates
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Two new Detroit area parks are expected to open by the end of the year, said Detroit Parks Commissioner Debby Ruyle. One park is located where the old Detroit middle school once stood, and the other is a renovation of the Detroit Flats Day Use Area park. At the new Detroit City Park, located where the former Detroit Middle School once stood, visitors will be able to enjoy five exercise stations, a gazebo, restrooms with septic, and a large grass area for picnicking and general enjoyment. A few projects still remain to be done, including installing possible security cameras, some electrical connections and the final bathroom connections, said Parks Commissioner Ruyle. At Detroit Flats Day Use Area, visitors will soon be able to enjoy
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better parking, new picnic tables and better restrooms. It’s the only free park that provides lake access year round and includes a short trail to Osprey Point. In the winter, visitors can cross the lake bed for access to hiking on Piety Island. Adjacent to this park is an unimproved road to the lake that visitors have traditionally used to launch kayaks, rafts and other small water craft. Both parks are free, and both are connected by a walking path to encourage visitors and locals to enjoy the improvements. “We’re thrilled to have these parks and we’re hoping that the community takes the time to enjoy them,” said Ruyle. Hydro-seeding and other plantings will continue next spring as the weather accommodates. Both park projects have been under development for the past decade and are benefiting from this effort between the US Forest Service, the City of Detroit and Oregon State Parks. The partnership Monday–Friday allowed the 8:30am–5:00pm USFS to apply for funds to Lynn Gower, DO Sarah Wagner, PA-C create this $2.8
million project. “Since Detroit Flats is a free site, the forest service couldn’t collect money to improve the facilities,” said Ruyle. “Before this development, the flats used to have huge potholes and the toilets were really bad.” Now that the parks are created, the upkeep of both parks will be taken over by the City of Detroit, said Ruyle. They are considering a donation station to assist with costs. The city has also received a $1,000 grant from Marion Cultural Development Corporation to develop maps to help visitors enjoy the two parks and walking path, said City Recorder Christine Pavoni. “It will be fun putting together a couple of walking tours now that we actually have trails and great start and end destinations.” The changes have already created new excitement for the city. Like Pavoni said, “It looks so different now! It's all lit up, it's really cool!” Visitors are encouraged to plan a trip early next year and stop at the Detroit City Park on Patton Rd.,then take the walking path through the trees to Detroit Rd and on down to the Detroit Flats Recreation Area. The official grand opening is scheduled for Spring of 2019.
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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Mill City Planning Commission will hold the following public hearings at its regular meeting on Tuesday, January 15, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. at the City Hall, 444 1st Avenue, in Mill City. Minor Partition and Site Review (Land Use Action on the North Santiam River)–100/200 block, SE Fairview St., Mill City. Applicant Scott Baughman proposes to divide a 0.90-acre parcel into three lots and to construct one single-family home on the east parcel (Parcel 3) abutting SE Fairview Street. The site is located just east of City Hall. Since the lots have frontage on the North Santiam River, the applicant is required to submit a site plan showing the proposed location of the new home, setbacks from the river and plans for landscaping and site improvements. The proposed building site is not located in the flood hazard area and does not have any identified wetlands. Linn County Assessor’s Map 9S 3E 29CC, Tax Lot 00804. The public hearings will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 15, 2019 during the regularly scheduled planning commission meeting at the City Hall, 444 S. First Avenue, Mill City, Oregon. The application, decision criteria and staff report will be available at City Hall seven days prior to the hearing. Any person wishing to provide testimony must address the decision criteria. The Planning Commission will make its decision based on decision criteria found in the Mill City Municipal Code, Title 16 – Subdivision Code, Section 16.32 “Partitions” and Title 17 – Zoning Code, Section 17.44.120
“Land Use Action on the North Santiam River”. The Searchable City Code can be viewed under “Documents” at the City of Mill City website: http://www.ci.millcity.or.us/ Failure to raise an issue precludes appeal and failure to specify to which criterion the comment is directed precludes appeal based on that criterion. City Hall is accessible to persons with disabilities. Please call City Hall (503-897-2302) by noon the day before the meeting if you need an interpreter for the hearing impaired or any other special accommodation. If you have any questions related to the application, call City Hall (503- 897-2302).
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Mill City will hold a public hearing at its regularly scheduled meeting on January 8, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. at the City Hall, 444 1st Avenue, in Mill City. The City Council will consider the following proposals: (1) File No. 201809 Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment and Zone Change Residential (R-1) to Commercial (Central-Commercial) Zone 8 1 5 SW Linn Boulevard, Mill City, Oregon T9S R3E Section 30DC, Tax Lot 02500 and 02600
The City of Mill City has received an application from William C Kelley requesting approval of a Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment and Zone Change from Residential (R-1 zone) to Commercial (Central Commercial zone) for the Trio Tavern. The Trio Tavern occupies a 0.90-acre parcel at 815 SW Linn Boulevard, at the corner of SW Linn Boulevard and Dr. Keri Sanders SW 8th Place. Dr. Nicole Millner The tavern has operated for Vaccine Clinic more than 40 Thursdays years as a non503-767-2755 1-2pm conforming Mon-Fri 8am-5pm commercial use www.arkanimalcare.org 41805 Stayton-Scio in a residential arkanimalteam@gmail.com Rd, Stayton zone. The
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existing R-1 zoning does not allow the owner to add to the building footprint and expand the business. The applicant proposes to redesignate the property on the Mill City Comprehensive Plan map to a Commercial designation and rezone the site to the Central Commercial (CC) zone. The rezoning will allow for the future expansion of the building. The hearing will be held on Tuesday, January 8, 2019 as part of the regularly scheduled council meeting at the City Hall, 444 S. First Avenue, Mill City, Oregon. The application, decision criteria and staff report are available at City Hall. Any person wishing to provide testimony must address the decision criteria. The City Council will make its decision based on the policies of the Mill City Comprehensive Plan and the criteria for a zone change. The criteria are found in Title 17, Chapter 17.60 “Amendments” of the Mill City Zoning Code. The Searchable City Code can be viewed under “Documents” at the City of Mill City website: http:// www.ci.mill-city.or.us/ Failure to raise an issue precludes appeal and failure to specify to which criterion the comment is directed precludes appeal based on that criterion. City Hall is accessible to persons with disabilities. Please call City Hall (503-897-2302) by noon the day before the meeting if you need an interpreter for the hearing impaired or any other special accommodation. If you have any questions related to the application, call City Hall (503- 897-2302).
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My Oregon By Ed Barrett In the early sixties, hip, slick and cool had not yet poisoned an Oregon sixth grader’s mind. Sure, there was Elvis and Little Richard, but I think the average little kid was more tuned into Walt Disney and Bonanza for moral guidance those days. Also, families spent more time together then. One thing that was as constant as the cosmos though was having to hear about everybody’s family vacation adventures when school got started in the fall. It seemed to me that almost all of them made their way to Disneyland and Knott’s Berry Farm at some point in their travels. For circumstances that are still unclear to me, I must be the only person on the west coast who hasn’t been to either one. Long before the minivan existed, suburban families often had giant cars with immense engines known as station wagons. Empty they weighed nearly two tons and with a load of leaded gasoline, eight passengers, one dog and a roof rack loaded with coolers and bicycles they could approach the weight of a world war two half-track. Load up the family; pour the coal to the V-8 on the freeway onramp and head south on I-5 to vacation heaven, which apparently was located in Southern California. Two or three weeks later, these families would return to their homes looking worn to the hubs. Unloading the car could look like the last act of contrition taking the final bit of energy anyone had left. The station wagon looked equally worn covered in road dust and mud. They all had one
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thing that my family didn’t have. These were the bumper stickers that got wired to your car wherever you went. It was a cheap advertising scheme of the time, but for some reason I felt cheated that our car lacked this silly decoration. My grandmother must have sensed that I was missing something of the summer vacation experience. She started taking me on weeklong road trips to visit her friends and around the state. Our trips hit places like Siletz, Myrtle and the Gorge. We’d dip into Idaho and Northern California, but never the Mecca of vacations, Anaheim. One year I convinced her that it was imperative that we at least visit the Redwoods and the Sea Lion Caves. I knew that these two venues were well known for the coveted bumper advertisements that kids were paid to wire on to the bumpers of every car that parked in their lots. Seeing the giant trees and smelling the barking sea lions was interesting, but my real mission was to make sure those brightly colored advertisements got securely wired to Gram’s Plymouth. My friends came home with amazing tales and mouse ears. I came home with agates and myrtle wood. But one thing we had in common. Our bumpers sported the news to anyone who cared to look that we had been to see the Trees of Mystery and the Sea Lion Caves! Gram drew the line at covering the back window with those decals for the states you’ve visited. Too bad, we’ve already been to three of them and I wouldn’t mind letting people know we had been to Crater Lake too, but hey! Maybe I’ll get to Disneyland yet.
Obituaries Joyce Lea Ballerstein August 28, 1948 - December 11, 2018
Joyce was born in Herrin, Illinois, to Oscar LeRoy and Lydia Maxine (Dorris) Hook Jr. The family moved to Chicago when she was a child before moving out to California when Joyce was 16. Just before the drive out west, Oscar purchased a brand new 1957 Ford right off the showroom floor and let Joyce drive it to California. Just over a day into the trip, the brand new car overheated and the engine blew. Oscar was furious since the truck was only a day old! But the family did make it to California and settled there. Joyce was dating the president of a motorcycle club when another member, Ken Ballerstein, caught her eye. They were destined to be together and were married on July 20, 1968. The couple raised three children together; a daughter and twin boys. Ken wanted Joyce to be able to stay home and take care of the family, so he worked hard to support them all. Joyce was a great homemaker and wonderful cook. She took odd jobs now and then, and when the kids grew up she worked as a press operator in the printing industry. Ken and Joyce liked to bowl together and take a gambling outing now and then just to get away for a bit. Joyce especially loved to take walks along the Santiam River that ran close to where they lived. Ken and Joyce grew more in love each year and were blessed to have celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary over the summer. Joyce was preceded in death by her parents and her son Keith. She is survived by her husband Ken, daughter Dina (James) Machabee Sr, son Kraig (Geneva), and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. A private family celebration of Joyce's life will be held.
Stanley B. deBroekert March 9, 1959 – December 7, 2018
Salem -Stanley, 59, died December 7 in Salem. He was born in Eugene, lived in Salem and worked for the State of Oregon. Stanley enjoyed the outdoors and especially hunting and fishing. He had an affinity for listening to loud music and small puppy dogs. Stanley is survived by his mother Alice Starkey of Lyons and his son Kenneth B. deBroekert of Mehama: significant other; Colleen Carter of Salem. No service will be held. Serving the family, North Santiam Funeral Service, Stayton.
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Autobody & Paint
Canyon Auto Rebody
21916 Ferry Rd. SE Mehama 503-859-3247 www.canyonautorebody.com
Bakeries
Sugar and Spice Bakery 711 Main St. Lyons 503-859-4144 f Find us on Facebook
Coffee Drive-Thru Sandy’s Lakeside Coffee & RV
1487 Santiam Hwy. 22 Idanha 503-854-3349
Dog Grooming
Linda’s Dog House
481 SW 5th Ave. Mill City 503-910-5961
Estate Sales
Sherman Family Vintage Living Estate Downsizing Sales We Buy and Sale 503-910-3998 503-910-9103 shermanfamilyvintage.com
Excavation Services
Mill City Dental
548 First St., Mill City Evening appointments available, call for availability. 503-897-2352
Mill City Pharmacy
218 S.W. Broadway Mill City 503-897-2331
Santiam Medical Clinic 280 S. 1st Ave. Mill City 503-897-4100
Santiam Hospital
1401 N. 10th Ave. Stayton 503-769-2175 Open 24 Hours
Insurance
Uffelman Insurance
285 NE Santiam Blvd. Mill City 503-897-2324 uffelman@wvi.com
Real Estate
Sandy Lyness Real Estate Investments, LLC
49258 SE Kingwood Mill City 503-551-2645 www.sandylynessrealestate.com sandylyness@yahoo.com
J & H Real Estate LLC
Jesse James O’Dell 21976 Gingerbread St. Mehama 503-859-2161
Restaurants — Mehama Trexler Farm
20146 Ferry Rd. SE Mehama 503-859-4488 www.trexlerfarm.com f Find us on Facebook
Restaurants — Mill City/Gates Dave Valencia State Farm 1203 North First Avenue Stayton 503-769-1800 www.davevalencia.com
Landscaping
Siegmund Landscape Excavation and Supply Hwy. 22 near Lyons/Mehama 503-769-6291
Giovanni’s Mountain Pizza
146 N.W. Santiam Blvd. Mill City 503-897-2614
Mountain Café
320 N. W. Santiam Blvd. Mill City 503-897-2741
Rosie’s Mountain Coffee House
Residential - Commercial Small Job Specialists 541-405-6659 summcast74@gmail.com CCB 220739
Lodging
647 N.E. Santiam Blvd. Mill City 503-897-2378 www.rosiesscones.com
112 E. Central St. Gates 503-897-3420
Sam’s Krispy Krunchy Chicken
Firewood
175 Detroit Ave. Detroit 503-854-3344 www.lodgeatdetroitlake.com
Summ Excavation LLC
Hardwood Components Camp Firewood 20573 Hwy. 22 Mehama 503-859-2144
Groceries
Mill City Market Place 820 SW First St. Mill City 503-897-2006 f Find us on Facebook
Detroit Market and Supplies
100 Detroit Ave. N. 503-854-3767 f Find us on Facebook
Mt. High Grocery
220 D St. Detroit 503-854-3696
Hair and Nails
Hair Konnection
Men, women, kids - Cuts, color, perms and natural nails 500 NW Santiam Blvd, Mill City (503) 897-2460
Hardware & Supplies Kelly Lumber Sales
757 Hwy. 22 East Mill City 503-897-2363
Heating and Cooling Best Heating and Cooling
503-394-3461 www.bestheating andcooling.com
Focus Heating and Construction, Inc.
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Logging
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Marijuana
HomeGrown Remedies 277 N. Third Ave Stayton 503-979-0298 hgremedies@outlook.com f Find us on Facebook
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Meat Processing
Gene’s Meat Market
21991 Fern Ridge Rd. SE Mehama 503-859-2252 f Find us on Facebook
Outdoor Excursions
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Psychotherapy
Hakomi Educational Resources
Gregory J. Johanson, Ph. D 503-781-8641
218 N.E. Santiam Blvd. Mill City 503-897-6050
Sierra Restaurant
302 W. North Santiam Hwy. Gates 503-897-2210
Trio Tavern
815 SW Linn Pl. Mill City 503-897-3380
RV Repair
Santiam RV Service 39033 NE 4th Ave. Scio 503-394-2348
Signs & Graphics White Water Signs and Graphics
Gates 503-804-3613 www.whitewatersigns.com
Small Engine Parts & Service
Lawn Garden Industrial
714 N. Santiam Hwy., Gates 503-897-6005 503-775-3088
Tires & Towing Les Schwab: Steve Wheeler Tire Center
400 SW Sublimity Blvd. Sublimity 503-769-3446
Santiam Towing & Recovery
www/strtowing.com Stayton 503-769-5757 Lyons 503-859-5757 Mill City 503-897-5757 Detroit 503-854-5757
Veterinary
Ark Animal Care
41805 Stayton Scio Rd. SE Stayton 503-767-2755 www.arkanimalcare.org
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Churches and Religious Activities Youth Night at Mill City Christian Church Wednesdays from 5:30-7:30pm. Ages 10-18. Snacks. Kids must be picked up by 7:45. Free. Bible Study at Living Water Church of God on Thursdays at 6pm on Sorbin St. Gates. Youth Group at Mehama Comm. Center Thursdays from 6:30-7:30pm. All students welcome. Info: 503-859-2849. Worship Service at Mill City SDA Church at 11am on Saturdays. 501 SW Ivy, Mill City.
SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH
501 SW Ivy St, Mill City Pastor Dale Cardwell 503-551-4786 Ex. Ch. 20 Vs 8 Rev Ch. 14 Vs 12 Saturdays Sabbath School 9:30a.m. Workshop 11 a.m. Vegetarian Potluck 12:15 p.m.
St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church
Mass on Thursdays at Noon & Saturdays at 5pm 716 S. 1st Ave Mill City 503-769-2656
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Reaching the Canyon for Christ Mike Stair, Minister
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Liberty Fellowship Sunday Fellowship - 11am Sunday Service at 11:30am Sunday School
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236 SW Broadway St., Mill City Pastor Dave Mangis 503.930.7168 Joleta Mangis 503.930.7164 Pastor Cindy Murdoch 503.798.0070
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Linn County Sheriff’s Office Police Log: Dec. 8 - Dec. 19, 2018 ASSAULT 4TH AVE MILL CITY TIME: 12/8/2018 8:25:00PM A person reported being beat up by an unknown male wearing all black clothes. The victim did not wish to pursue charges. The victim just wanted to ask the suspect (If located) why he beat him up. MOTORIST ASSIST HWY 22 IDANHA TIME: 12/8/2018 8:43:04PM Stranded motorist stuck in the snow on Quartzville Road. Vehicle was removed from the snow and the driver was guided safely to the next main highway. PROWLER LYONS MILL CITY DR LYO TIME: 12/8/2018 9:41:39PM 714CO- I arrived on scene and spoke to the caller. I then walked her property and found that if one is watching the shed through the trees, one will see the interior lights of a motor home LC30 in the not so far distance. The address has a new guest there. Cad TRESPASS MAIN ST LYO TIME: 12/9/2018 1:43:40AM 714- LYDisturbance at the Red Barn Tavern was caused by male who worked all day in Eugene the drove to Lyons with his friend. He was upset that the bar tender cut him off when he kept falling asleep at the bar. His friend lives in Jefferson where 724 will deliver male. Staff do not wish to pursue charges. Cad DISTURBANCE 2ND AVE SCIO TIME: 12/9/2018 4:30:54AM An overintoxication related disturbance occurred between friends. Nobody wanted to press Charges. TRAFFIC MOVING VIOLATION LINN BLVD/SW 8TH AVE TIME: 12/11/2018 7:07:23AM Traffic stop on commercial 7 axle log truck visibly overweight for the road. Driver said had a permit at the office for the road, and was about 100,000lbs. Truck also did not have a flag on the projecting load. I was able to find a copy of the permit in email and warned the driver for the violations. ASSIST OTHER AGENCY IDANHA TIME: 12/11/2018 7:40:21AM Chain enforcement with ODOT. Multiple violations found THEFT JUNIPER ST LYONS TIME: 12/11/2018 9:51:27AM No Public Narrative. DOMESTIC DISTURBANCE HAZEL ST MILL CITY TIME: 12/12/2018 12:16:31AM Non criminal domestic disturbance. DISTURBANCE 1ST AVE SCIO TIME: 12/12/2018 1:56:55AM Four juveniles, ages 17, 15, 17 and 17 are all being referred to the juvenile department for MIP Alcohol. One of the juveniles was listed as a runaway from Salem and was transported to Salem PD where he was released to his father. Three of the juveniles will also have curfew violations and the 15 year old will have criminal charges for possession of marijuana and marijuana concentrates. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCE 3RD AVE MILL CITY TIME: 12/12/2018 9:53:55AM Facebook photograph posted was documented per request of caller. TRUCK INSPECTION RICHARDSON GAP RD SCIO TIME: 12/12/2018 2:14:16PM OPERATING SCIO SCALES TRUCK INSPECTION RICHARDSON GAP RD SCIO TIME: 12/12/2018 3:02:52PM Level 3 truck
inspection. Cab card and Oregon weight tax identifier was expired. Trailer 600lbs overweight. SUSPICIOUS PERSON 1ST AVE MILL CITY TIME: 12/12/2018 4:10:47PM an employee has observed a suspicious male parked near City Hall every morning at 0730. They believe he has a restraining order against him restraining him from his wife. At this time there is no evidence the RO has been violated. CITY ORDINANCE VIOLATION MILL CITY TIME: 12/14/2018 1:42:25PM The vehicle owner was cited for the City Ordinance Abandoned Inoperable Vehicles on the Property. City Ordinance 8.04.140 and 8.04.145. TRESPASS LYONS MILL CITY DR LYONS TIME: 12/14/2018 3:34:47PM Civil dispute over property. SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE GROVE ST MILL CITY TIME: 12/14/2018 7:13:24PM The RP reported that the listed vehicle was in the driveway of his residence when he arrived home. He said no one was in it, so he started checking the property. He said he then heard the vehicle start and he saw a female drive it away. Later, his girlfriend told him that people visiting the neighbors sometimes park in their driveway. No indication of a crime. NFA DEATH INVESTIGATION CHERRY ST SCIO TIME: 12/13/2018 12:07:01PM No Public Narrative. HARASSMENT FAIRVIEW ST MILL CITY TIME: 12/13/2018 3:33:31PM Caller reported harassment then realized no one was harassed. ASSAULT 7TH AVE MILL CITY TIME: 12/13/2018 8:57:17PM An altercation occurred, when speaking to the victim it was determined they did not want to press charges. BIKE TRAFFIC EVERGREEN ST MILL CITY TIME: 12/13/2018 11:08:46PM Bicyclist was stopped for a moving violation. SUSPICIOUS PERSON BIRCH ST LYONS TIME: 12/14/2018 4:01:21AM Caller reported suspicious males walking around at night. I checked the area and did not locate anyone. NARCOTICS OFFENSE BIG LAKE RD SISTERS TIME: 12/15/2018 12:37:29PM Found drug pipe at Hoodoo Ski Lodge. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCE HAZEL ST MILL CITY TIME: 12/15/2018 10:23:41PM Report of people arguing, they stopped before deputies arrival. THEFT IVY ST TIME: 12/16/2018 9:12:44AM Theft of Christmas laser lights valued at $450. Investigation is ongoing. UEMV MAIN ST TIME: 12/16/2018 9:40:17PM Unknown suspect broke the passenger window out and stole a brown wallet. $100 cash, debit card and driver's license were inside. PHONE HARASSMENT MCCULLY MTN RD STAY TIME: 12/17/2018 2:23:24PM Girlfriend and boyfriend wont stop calling and emailing each other. Both agreed to stop. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCE FORREST WAY STAY TIME: 12/17/2018 3:15:32PM Mail Man found front door open. After an investigation it was determined the Wind blew open
Drug & Alcohol Assistance Santiam Al-Anon, for families of alcoholics 7:30pm, Tuesdays, Mt. View Church, Aumsville Alcoholics Anonymous meets on Wed at 7pm at Gates Community Church of Christ. Alcoholics Anon Weds at 7:30pm at Idanha City Hall.
front door. THEFT LYONS MILL CITY DR LYONS TIME: 12/17/2018 4:46:06PM theft of fuel and damage to extension chords SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE LYONS MILL CITY DR LYO TIME: 12/17/2018 5:12:28PM 714- CO-I located the location where the unknown vehicle went off the roadway . There is no public or private property damage. The vehicle itself was gone prior to my arrival. Cad TRAFFIC HAZARD KINGWOOD AVE/SE 3RD AVE TIME: 12/18/2018 6:06:37AM 714--MC- Several long and large tree branches in the roadway. I have removed them and they are now on the city right of way. Road is now open. Cad THEFT TREE FARM RD SCIO TIME: 12/18/2018 11:33:19AM possible trespassing at the location. home owner wanted incident documented. THEFT HWY 226 TIME: 12/18/2018 11:34:45AM caller reporting theft of a Dell laptop computer she ordered. tracking # shows delivered 12-3-18 via fed ex. TRESPASS CEDAR ST LYONS TIME: 12/18/2018 1:46:10PM Told suspect he was no longer welcome on property or he would be arrested . he does not live there, but stayed one night when his daughter was with. she would like him arrested. she will also research restraining order. Nfa ASSAULT EVERGREEN ST TIME: 12/18/2018 2:00:18PM Assault at school. Deputies investigating. ANIMAL COMPLAINT KELLY RD SCIO TIME: 12/18/2018 3:31:44PM Report of horse in muddy pen. I spoke to the owner and they will be moving the horse tonight or tomorrow to large pasture with newly built shelter. FOREST TIMBER PATROL TIME: 12/18/2018 3:44:27PM 748: Forest patrol Snow Peak permit area, Green Mountain, Hammond. Found the Hammond Mainline gate standing open at 4:30 on a Tuesday evening, closed and locked the gate. Weyerhaeuser, Campbell Global, ODF, BLM. PROWLER DOGWOOD RD MILL CITY TIME: 12/18/2018 9:09:21PM 714-CO- I arrived on scene and located the trailer the caller lives in. The German Shepherd was barking aggressively towards my direction. I walked the area and saw several paths into and around the property. I was unable to locate anyone in the area. Cad PROWLER LYONS MILL CITY DR LYONS TIME: 12/18/2018 11:27:42PM 714-CO- I checked the area and found Deer behind the garage. The caller believes there was someone behind her residence prior to my arrival. I discussed with the caller the benefits of motion lights and trail cameras. Cad DISTURBANCE 4TH AVE MILL CITY TIME: 12/19/2018 2:56:42AM Male stated there never was any firearms involved and their argument was never physical. I checked both the top and bottoms of his hands and I saw nothing that indicated this may have been physical. Male consented to a room by room check of his residence to ensure the caller was not in the residence. She was not. I requested 724 and 705 check between Mill City and Gates.
Mill City man arrested for sex abuse crimes Linn County Sheriff Jim Yon reports on December 13, 2018, his Detectives arrested Eric Wayne Dille, 46 of Mill City, for one count of Unlawful Sexual Penetration in the First Degree and one count of Sexual Abuse in the First Degree. Eric Dille was arrested after video evidence implicated him in these crimes, which occurred several years prior. The victim
in this case is an adult female, known by Eric Dille, and was incapacitated at the time the crimes occurred. Video evidence leads investigators believe there are other female victims. Anyone with information about this investigation is encouraged to contact Detective Mike Rossiter of the Linn County Sheriff’s Office at 541-967-3950.
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O’ Come Let Us Adore Him!
Christmas Church Services in The North Santiam Canyon Mill City Christian Church
A Christmas Celebration will be on Sunday, December 23, at 10am. Featured will a children’s choir and Christmas performance, photo booth, refreshments, chorales and lots of Christmas cheer. On Monday, December 24 , at 6pm will be a Candlelight Christmas Eve Service. Both events are Free and everyone is invited. 233 SW 3rd Ave, Mill City If you would like more information you can check out Mill City Christian churches website at www.MillCityCC.com or you could call the church 503 897-2716.
Mill City Presbyterian Christmas Services
December 24th at 5:00 pm. Together we celebrate withLessons and Carols. Special Music - Lemke-Patterson Quartet December 24th at 10:00 pm. By quiet candlelight, we welcome the Christ child. Gary Swanson, piano; Alice Patterson, flute, Paige Hanna, soloist
Gates Community Church of Christ
You are invited to join others in your community in celebrating Christmas with a Candlelight and Communion Service at Gates Community Church of Christ at 6pm on Christmas Eve. This is a wonderful opportunity to bring the true meaning of Christmas to your family. Come as you are. Everything needed will be provided. Gates Community Church is located at 40070 Gates School Road in Gates. Those with questions can call the church office at 503-897-3210.
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St. Patrick’s Catholic Church
Christmas Day Mass will be held at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Lyons on Dec 25 at 11:00 AM. On Monday, December 31-- Vigil of Mary, Mother of God at 5pm
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
1077 N 6th Ave, Stayton Christmas Eve Family Mass December 24 at 4:30pm with Christmas Caroling beginning at 4:00pm Spanish Mass 8:30 pm Christmas Caroling begins at 8:00pm Midnight Mass 12 am Christmas Caroling begins at 11:30pm Tuesday, December 25 Nativity of the Lord 8am & 10 am On Monday, December 31 Vigil of Mary, Mother of God 5:00pm On Tuesday, January 1 Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God 9:00 am Tuesday January 1 Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God (Spanish) 11:00am
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in the details!
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church
39043 Jordan Rd, Scio On Monday December 24 Christmas Eve Mass 9pm Christmas Caroling begins at 8:45pm. On Tuesday, December 25 -- Nativity of the Lord 9am Tuesday, January 1 Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God 9 am
Not So Shabby
There will be no Christmas Church services at St. Catherine’s of Sienna in Mill City this year.
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Today, Keep Oregon Green, in partnership with the USDA Forest Service and the Oregon Department of Forestry, is launching the sale of a brand new Oregon license plate design. The plate will feature the iconic image of Smokey Bear set against a green forested backdrop and the words ‘Keep Oregon Green,' as a reminder of the need to protect Oregon's scenic landscapes from careless human-caused wildfires. The release of the plate design and voucher sale coincides with a year-long, nationwide celebration of Smokey Bear’s 75th Anniversary in 2019. Keep Oregon Green will promote the license plate on social media using the hashtag “#DriveWithSmokey” each week until they sell 3,000 vouchers. The Keep Oregon Green Association will also partner with other firefighting and emergency response organizations to help spread the message. "Each year, approximately two-thirds of Oregon's wildfires are human-caused and they are all completely preventable," says Keep Oregon Green's CEO, Kristin Babbs. “Keep Oregon Green has been a household slogan since its inception in 1941, and this message is more important now than ever before. Wildfire awareness opportunities like this will help ingrain it in Oregonian’s DNA.” In 2018, the number of humancaused fires represented 79 percent of all ignitions. The leading culprits behind a number of these fires included illegal burning, driving poorly-maintained vehicles that spark fires, and failing to extinguish campfires properly. Other fire causes include power lines, mowing dry grass, fireworks, and smoking. Keep Oregon Green runs annual campaigns aimed at reducing the number of these types of wildfires. The phrase "Keep Oregon Green" is prominently shown on road signs on major highways, television, radio and in print advertisements each year, with a strong message emphasis during the summer fire season. To purchase a $40 voucher and contribute to Keep Oregon Green’s
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