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north coast Volume 21, No. 12

northcoastcitizen.com

June 23, 2016

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egistration forms are now available for the Manzanita Fourth of July Parade. Forms are available at City Hall or on the City website www.ci.manzanita. or.us . The theme of this year’s parade is “An Old Fashioned Fourth of July.” The parade starts promptly on July 4 at 1 p.m. from Division and Laneda. Registration forms may be returned to City Hall or on the day of the parade to the Registration Desk at Underhill Plaza. The registration desk will be open from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

A four-person group saved the annual Independence Day fireworks show last year, after David Dillon retired as coordinator.

Citizen photo by Jordan Wolfe Bill L. Dillard Jr. takes the oath of office of mayor delivered by Dale Shafer, the Nehalem City Manager last week. Dillard’s father, William Lee Dillard, served as Mayor of Nehalem for 29 years during his long stint at the helm.

Dillard sworn in as Nehalem’s new mayor

Veterans of all five United States armed services are invited to participate in this year’s Manzanita Fourth of July Parade by leading the parade as members of the color guard. In addition to carrying the service flags, the veterans will also carry the American flag in the parade. “It’s an easy detail and the rewards are

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NORTH COUNTY NEWS ONLINE

By Jordan Wolfe

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ill L. Dillard Jr. struck the gavel for the first time as the mayor of Nehalem on June 13. “I have to say, I really don’t like not being able to vote,” he said with a laugh. As a member of Nehalem’s city council for almost fifteen years, Dillard said he had gotten used to the role. As the Council President, Dillard succeeded

former mayor Dale Stockton, whom retired on May 9, after serving on city council and as mayor for a total of 49 years and nine months. “Not many people can say they’ve served alongside men who have served for 30 or 40 years. They have a lot of knowledge and are always willing to share if asked,” Dillard said. Among the people he has served alongside was his father, William Lee Dillard, who was

Manzanita ready to spark July 4th fireworks By Jordan Wolfe

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The night sky over Manzanita on the Fourth of July would have looked much different, had a ragtag group of citizens not stepped up to take over the annual fireworks. “Us young people need to step up,” said Aprilmarie Eckstrom, owner of Toylandia and Manzanita Sweets, both on Laneda. “We are used to Dave Dillon’s

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Council honors Scovels as Citizens of the Year By Dave Dillon

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ick and Linda Scovel, owners of Scovel’s Towing and Service Center, were named Manzanita’s Citizens of the Year at the June 8 meeting of the city council. Reading from a nominating letter, Rev. John M. Olson, associate pastor of Calvary Bible Church, said, “Rick and Linda Scovel are an invaluable part of the Manzanita community. For the past 20 years, they have provided an essential service to our community as well as the many guests who pass through our villages.” “Rick and Linda are always there when we need them most; ready to help with a cheerful attitude,” he continued. “No matter the time of day, weather, or location, you can count on the reassuring sight of the Scovel’s truck and Rick’s easygoing demeanor as he gets you back on the road, many times free of charge.” Olson cited the Scovels for donating cars to the Nehalem Bay Fire and Rescue for practice burns, pulling the VFW float in the Manzanita Fourth of July parade, and regularly donating oil changes to local non-profits for Citizen photo by David Dillon use in fundraising efforts. Rick and Linda Scovel have been named Manzanita’s Citizens of the Year.

The Scovels were high school sweethearts at Neahkahnie High School, and continue to support the sports programs there. They have also hosted 13 foreign exchange students over the past several years. “You can’t talk to the Scovels for more than a few minutes without realizing the central role they play in the lives of their children, grandchildren, and extended family,” said Olson. “Rick and Linda are also an essential part of their faith community, Calvary Bible Church. They serve in many ways: leading worship, teaching Sunday School and Vacation Bible School, leading in youth group, Bible studies, and prayer meetings, and reaching out to families of children with disabilities through Camp Attitude.” He concluded, “Rick and Linda Scovel exemplify the kind of caring and generous hearts that make our community shine.” As Citizens of the Year the Scovels will serve as Grand Marshals of Manzanita’s 4th of July Parade. They also received a hanging flower plant from the previous year’s winners – Bill and Paula Peek.

Woika tapped as Oregon Small Schools Administrator of the Year By Jordan Wolfe

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he fifth grader’s farewell song filled the gymnasium at Nehalem Elementary School moments before the school district surprised principal Kristi Woika as the Oregon Small Schools Association Administrator of the Year. “I’m blown away,” Woika said during the Nehalem Elementary Awards Assembly on June 15. “It is very overwhelming. I’m surprised and humbled. I have the best staff - they are such good people.” Woika is the first administrator from Neah-Kah-Nie School District to receive the award, according to Paul Erlebach, superintendent. “Criteria for this prestigious award includes integrity, leadership, commitment to community, scholarship, and student achievement,” he said, “Principal Woika shines in all of these areas.” Erlebach said he wrote a letter to the OSSA board recommending Woika for

the award. His letter presented achievements and accomplishments Woika has earned during her tenure as principal, including the club SHE Warriors (Sharing Health through Exercise) she began, with other volunteer coaches, for fourth and fifth grade girls. “This is not just a ‘running club,’” Erlebach’s letter reads, “SHE Warriors learn about nutrition, relationship building, volunteering, self-advocacy, empowerment, and goal setting, as well as running.” Erlebach mentions Nehalem Elementary School’s relationship with NCRD Woika has built, her instrumental role in supporting funding for a district-wide preschool program and mentoring aspiring principals. One of her mentees is now a principal. Garibaldi Grade School’s principal, in

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Kristi Woika, principal of Nehalem Elementary School, received the Oregon Small Schools Association Administrator of the Year award on June 15.


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