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Citizen photo by Ann Powers Garibaldi Fire Chief Jay Marugg outlines five different consolidation plans to save the struggling district during an open house Aug. 27 at City Hall.

Officials review options to avoid closing GFD Fish freeway nears completion

Citizen photo by Ann Powers LRL Construction crews work last week on the tunnel at the enterance to Manzanita that will make the salmon spawning easier for the fish. The tunnel work is expected to be complete this week, the overal project will be finished September, 2017

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losing the Garibaldi Fire Department (GFD) would be a “last resort,” but is a “very real scenario” due to increased state and federal training requirements, new equipment standards, volunteer attrition and a limited budget, Chief Jay Marugg told about a dozen attendees at an open house at City Hall, Aug. 27.

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arring incremental weather, Manzanita’s tunnel expansion is expected to “daylight through” this week, with improvements on U.S. Highway 101 above completed by September 2017, according to the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT). The two-fold project will: • Replace a deteriorated 500-foot metal culvert that conveys Neahkahnie Creek with a new 270-foot pipe allowing for fish passage into

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Rinehart Lake. The remaining length of culvert will be replaced with a “natural” stream channel extending up to the outlet of Reinhart Lake. • Improve the left-turn lanes along U.S. 101 northbound at Laneda and Manzanita Avenues. Additional improvements include roadside drainage, pavement preservation, access management, bike lanes and sidewalks, lighting, striping and guardrails. The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife lists the creek as its highest priority for fish

he Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office reports a spike in vehicle and property theft over the past few weeks, and officers expect more to follow due to pleasant weather and the upcoming Labor Day Weekend. “We are seeing an increase,” Lt. Jim Horton said. “It’s one of the biggest issues we have with the nice weather and holiday weekend.” Horton said the crimes are primarily occurring near trailheads along the Highway 6 corridor and bleeding down into the southern part of the county. Culprits are targeting parked, unoccupied vehicles. Horton confirmed entire vehicles have been reported stolen, while other cases involve the theft of wallets, purses, electronic devices and more from inside cars, trucks and RVs. He added detectives and patrol officers

here is still time and space available to give little ones a head start in their academic careers by registering them for Neah-KahNie School District’s (NKNSD) preschool classes in Rockaway Beach, according to local educators. A morning and an after session will be offered for the 2016-17 school year. Preschool teacher, Angie Douma, said tuition runs about $1,000 – but a sliding scale, payment plans and scholarships are available to ensure no child is left behind. “We have a policy that we don’t turn anyone away for lack of ability to pay,” she said. Thanks to the District’s dedication to students, and a $72,000 Early Learning Partnership Innovation Grant, the preschool is equipped with quality curriculum, assessments, advanced technology, a sensory gym and more. “We want to acknowledge that preschool is not just a water-downed

kindergarten,” Douma said. “It is its own special development phase in life.” According to the Early Childhood Education Zone, some of immediate benefits of preschool include: • Fulfilling curiosity, which positively impacts academic performance later in life. • Advantageous for brain structure. • Offering physical activity that might not happen at home. • Head start in social development. • Learning discipline and structure – balanced with fun. • Enhances foundational reading and math skills • Better self-esteem and kids are less likely to be sad or unhappy. Some of the later-life advantages are: • Less likely to commit a felony. • Less likely to drop out of high school • Less likely to need government assistance. • More likely to go to college hence more likely to earn more in a

lifetime. • More likely to own a house.

Officials said another big bonus for having a local preschool is that it grows its own teachers. Several Nieh-Kah-Nie High School (NKNHS) students considering a career in early childhood education (ECE) started by becoming teaching assistants for the District’s program. NKNHS graduate Kristina Burdick is one of them. She plans on returning to the area to teach after completing her ECE degree next year at Western Oregon University (WOU). “That’s my ultimate goal,” said the WOU junior. “I think it’s very important to give back to a small community.” Douma added that local-studentsturned-local-teachers provide the District with a unique perspective because they already know and understand the community. NKNSD Superintendent Paul Erlebach said both the community and students, whether in preschool or high school, shine because of the program’s exceptional and staff.

“Angie and instructional assistant Jaki Darby are the ‘Dream Team’ of any preschool,” he explained. “They exemplify compassion and great teaching. I have not met a parent who was not entirely satisfied with the preschool experience provided by Angie and Jaki.” The District’s preschool sessions can accommodate about 20 students each. School starts Sept. 6. However, the first week of preschool will be parent orientation and the kids enter the classroom Sept. 12, Douma noted. The preschool is located at the District Office at 504 N. Third Ave. in Rockaway Beach. The morning session runs from 8:15 to 11:15 a.m. The afternoon class meets 11:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Transportation will be provided to and from preschool to students living in the Nehalem Attendance Zone in the morning group, and to students living in the Garibaldi Attendance Zone in the afternoon, according to Erlebach. To register, contact Douma at 503-355-3508.

Food for thought: Nehalem teen wins $20k national culinary scholarship By Ann Powers

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ine years ago at the age of ten, Jamey Sherman moved to the U.S. from Liberia with no formal education, speaking very little English and living without running water or electricity in the West African coastal country. A Nehalem family adopted her and today she is one of 10 inaugural recipients earning a $20,000 scholarship from the James Beard Foundation National Scholars Program (JBF). With 2016 being the program’s first year in operation, it recognizes top students nationwide demonstrating the potential for leadership roles in culinary arts, food studies, agriculture, hospitality management and related fields. “My hopes weren’t really high of winning a national scholarship that huge,” she said. “My first reaction was like, are you serious? Don’t mess with me!” But, the 2016 Neah-Kah-Nie High School (NKNHS) graduate underestimated herself, according to her adoptive mother, Debbie Sherman. “It’s a really bid deal,” she noted. “Jamey is a rock

star.” Jamey began pursuing her cookery calling by taking courses at Tillamook Bay Community College in Hospitality Management and Culinary Arts while still in high school. She also played on the NKNHS basketball and volleyball teams, graduated with a 3.69 grade point average, won a $3,500 Nehalem Bay United Methodist Church scholarship and earned a Women’s Club of Manzanita-North County Scholarship Award of $1,500. Jamey said she heads to Oregon Coast Culinary Institute in Coos Bay this fall for an Associates of Arts degree. From there, she hopes to enroll at Southern Oregon University to earn a Bachelors Degree in Hospitality and Tourism. Her goal is to become a professional pastry chef. “I like to bake and being in the kitchen and making things up,” she explained. “The hospitality industry is growing and my passion is in culinary.” Jamey said much of her community college higher education costs are already covered from the

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Courtesy photo/Debbie Sherman Jamey Sherman showcases some of her pastry expertise.

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n Tunnel Continued from Page A1 passage due to excellent spawning habitat within the upper reaches of the lake. The existing culvert is 460 feet long, has a steep grade (causing high water velocities) and the outlet is perched above the stream channel. Officials said these conditions are barriers to juvenile fish in reaching critical habitat. And while the project’s top priority focuses on fish,

ODOT representatives said the new left-turn lanes at Manzanita and Laneda Avenues will be added safety and accessibility features for travelers making their way to Manzanita. Moreover, any potential risk associated with parking areas at Big Wave restaurant located on the west end highway’s southbound lane will be eliminated. Travelers will no longer have to pull out close to the roadway’s edge. “We’re redoing the alignment of the highway,” said Dave True, ODOT Project Manager. “There will be a curb and sidewalk where the center of the existing south-

bound lane is now.” Big Wave owner, Brian Williams, said the project’s construction can be tiresome at times, it doesn’t hinder his business and customer protection is something he welcomes. “I’m all for safety,” he said. “It’s going to be value added when it’s all said and done.” Planning of the project started in 2008 and the work endured several delays. Construction started in early 2015. Funding comes from the Fish Passage ($3.2 million) and Modernization ($3 million) programs.

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Continued from Page A1 Garibaldi officials said the meeting was the first in a series they’re scheduling to educate the public on the volunteer fire department’s sustainability struggles and possible solutions. “Closing the fire department is the last resort,” said Marugg. “We’re going to do everything we can so that doesn’t happen.” In September of 2015, city officials established a steering committee to review GFD’s viability issues and options. GFD’s level of funding has not changed since the 1960s and the unit has been woefully under funded for at least 10 years, Marugg added. Currently, residents living within Garibaldi city limits pay 58 cents per $1,000 of their accessed property value. Rural residents pay 48 cents. Garibaldi City Manager John O’Leary said Garibaldi’s tax rate for fire protection is one of the lowest statewide. For example, the owner of a house assessed at $175,000 pays about $100 annually, or $8.33 monthly, to the city for fire protection. “When you look at the tax rates for what we pay for fire protection directly, it’s one of the smallest rates you’ll find in the state of Oregon – period,” he said. “Right now in Garibaldi it costs more for you to pay for garbage service than it does for fire protection.” O’Leary added that inadequate funding, staffing and training could also lead to liability issues with insurance companies and bankrupt the city if lawsuits come into play. “There’s going be a risk to the city,” he said. “We’re going to get somebody injured. We’re going to get somebody killed – and we can’t do that.” During Saturday’s open house, Marugg outlined five different plans calling for Garibaldi to work with neighboring communities to form a regional fire district and create a bigger tax base to cover necessary costs and staffing needs. The suggested proposals (with varying staffing, operations, equipment and maintenance options) would charge taxpayers anywhere from 91 cents to $1.95 per $1,000 of assessed property value – depending on the plan. “The level of service would be based on what taxpayers want,” said Michael Saindon, Port of Garibaldi manager and steering committee member. “We are very cognizant of taxes. We want to make sure we’re getting the best value for the buck.” A Garibaldi resident attending the meeting said she was “embarrassed” by the low turnout of community members and entrusted city officials to make sound funding decisions – especially since many of the alerts GFD

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responds to are medical calls. “I’m okay with whatever they want,” she said. “I’m disabled and I’ve called for (emergency services). I don’t want that to go away.” If GFD shuts down, Marugg said emergency services would most likely come from outside providers and recipients would be charged. Instead, forming a district gives taxpayers more control over what those fees would be. And depending on the provider’s location and priorities, some calls may not be answered in a timely manner. Moreover, a closing would result in the Insurance Service Office (ISO) rating to go up, resulting in higher insurance premiums for property owners. The ISO is a nationwide nonprofit organization evaluating fire departments in the U.S. It assigns a rating between one and 10 – one being the best and 10 being the worst. The rating reflects the overall effectiveness of the department and helps determine fire insurance premiums for property owners in the department’s jurisdiction. Marugg said GFD’s current ISO rating is a three, which is considered “a very low number.” Fire Districts being considered for the conglomeration include Tillamook, Nedonna Nestucca, Nehalem, Netarts/Oceanside, the City of Garibaldi and the Garibaldi rural area. Rockaway officials attending Saturday’s open house said their council members are not currently in favor of joining a combined district. “We could do it ourselves,” said Rockaway Fire Chief Barry Mammano. “We have enough tax evaluation… ours is well over $400 million.” Garibaldi city officials emphasized before any new tax rates could be implemented, measures dissolving the current fire district and creating a new one would be subject to voter approval. That process could take at least two years minimum. Additional open meetings are being planned and yet to be scheduled. In the meantime, Garibaldi officials encourage feedback from residents via email or posting their opinions on Facebook and community websites. “This is not a decision we want to make in a vacuum,” O’Leary said. “This is a community decision. We’re not the tail wagging the dog.” Bay City’s fire department

also held an open house on Aug. 27 addressing the same concerns as GFD’s. Currently, GFD has a staff of 16 volunteer firefighters ranging in age from 17 (cadets) to 78. Both Marugg and Assistant Chief Martin McCormick plan on retiring from the fire department soon.

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Smith sentenced to life in prison for killing her toddler A judge sentenced Jessica Smith to life in prison with the possibility of parole after 40 years for killing her 2-year-old and slashing her teenage daughter in a Cannon Beach motel in 2014. As Smith leaned her fate in a Portland courtroom Aug. 25, Judge Julie Frantz said there is zero chance of reducing her prison term for things like good behavior. Clatsop County Prosecutor Josh Marquis said the prosecution reached a plea agreement, instead of seeking the death penalty, because cases involving capital punishment take a long time - which would be painful for the family. He added they also wanted to avoid forcing Smith’s teenage daughter to testify about her mother attempting to kill her. Officials said the murder was set into play as Smith and her husband were going through a divorce. Smith drove her children to the Surfsand Motel in Cannon

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are working together on the sliding deadbolt. That’s several open cases and have when officers found the murdered toddler and Smith’s teenage daughter clinging to life. She was airlifted to a Portland-area hospital for treatment of severe cuts. The toddler had drowned, but reports show a sedating drug was a contributing factor in her death. Smith was not in the motel room at the time. She was arrested days later when the U.S. Coast Guard Sector Columbia River located her Photo provided on a logging road in a dense forested area 15 miles from Jessica Smith Cannon Beach. Beach before her estranged Officials said the todspouse prepared to gain dler’s 13-year-old sister was custody of the children. not charged in the death, Motel housekeepers tried even though it appears she to enter Smith’s room with helped her mother. a master key card around At a pre-trial hearing ear9:30 a.m. on Aug. 1, 2014. lier this summer, prosecutors A voice inside the room told showed footage of investithem to go away, according gators interviewing Smith to court records. when she was arrested. In Reports state police had the video, Smith said she to gain entry because motel intended to “drown her staff could only open the (daughter) and her misery.” door a few inches due to

identified persons of interest in some. No arrests had been reported as of press time. “We would like to see everyone take some extra measures to secure their property and be safe,” said Horton. “Don’t leave your car unoccupied containing

valuables and (lock) your vehicles.” Officials urge anyone with information about the crimes, or have become victims themselves, to contact their local law enforcement agency.

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scholarship funds she’s earned and the money she’s saved working at Sisters and Pete’s Coffee and Treats in Manzanita. “She’s going to be an excellent pastry chef,” said Stacey Diehl, the shop’s owner. “She’s driven. She’s got a plan and sticking with it.” To ensure diversity, JBF officials said one awardee is selected from each of the ten geographic regions defined by the Foundation in a variety of fields. “The National Scholars Program supports a diverse group of students exploring virtually every educational discipline, whether that be history, anthropology, economics, management, or the sciences—as viewed through the lens of food,” said Kris Moon, JBF vice president. According to the organization’s website, the Foundation was established in 1986 to pay tribute and continue the work of the late James Beard - a “pioneer foodie” whose passion helped pave the way for the city’s park and recreation children’s for food movements. The programs. National Scholars Program The carnival takes place at Phyllis Baker joins a robust collection of Park, off 3rd Street and Coral, from noon – 5 JBF services supporting culip.m. Admission is free. nary education, dialogue and For more information call Rockaway City publications. Hall at (503) 355-2291. Applications for next year’s $20,000 award will be Citizen photo by Brad Mosher available online starting April 1, 2017. For more informaJamey Sherman playing for Neah-Kah-Nie High School’s girls basketball tion visit jamesbeard.org. team.

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aving experienced more election years than most of the people on earth it is possible for me to evaluate what I see happening. Disgust is the word that comes to mind first and I have to think back to the real communicators that we have had over the years. Being a gracious man or woman were always a necessity for them to realize any success. None of them ever claimed to have all the answers and our system has held us together and made us a leader in the world. Blowing one’s own horn doesn’t make for good decisions and peace in the world. Enough on politics and more about some concerns I am living with on a daily basis. My wife and partner for

the past 65 years is receiving Hospice care and I am facing life without her. I guess I am experiencing that already with her inability to communicate. I am told that she is not experiencing any pain and that nature is taking it’s course. Still a horrible thing to witness and the end seems to be out there but hard to find. One fortunate thing about all these problems is seeing our children rallying to give us much needed support. Fortunately two of them have worked as professional care givers and their expertise is wonderful to witness. I spend part of every day trying to think back about the good things that we have experienced over the years. The nice people we have met and the good times we had

The Old Geezer Walt Trandum with them. Many of them are still in touch and have shared their concern and love for my partner. My advice for just about everyone is to never take

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8/21/2016 Issued two citations for illegal stop/stand/park in Manzanita. Issued a citation for violation of posted speed (43/25) in Wheeler. Issued a citation for violation of posted speed (48/30) in Nehalem. Assisted OSP with a report of illegal camping on Manzanita Beach. Responded to a report of a dog at large in Manzanita. Responded to an ordinance violation in Manzanita. Responded to a report of found property in Manzanita. 8/22/2016 Issued a citation for violation of posted speed (48/30) in Nehalem. Investigated a residential alarm in Manzanita.

Took a report of menacing in Manzanita. 8/23/2016 Took a report of suspicious activity in Manzanita. Took a report of a lost dog in Manzanita. 8/24/2016 Issued a citation for driving while suspended in Wheeler. Issued a citation for driving uninsured in Wheeler. Investigated a report of a dog bite in Manzanita. Responded to an animal complaint in Manzanita. Assisted OSP with an animal complaint on Manzanita Beach. Responded to an ordinance violation in Manzanita.

t is not often that a member of our community retires with such an outstanding list of accomplishments. But Tim VonSeggern, born and raised in Astoria, retired in April 2016, having served a wide range of fellow citizens spanning from Portland to the Oregon coast! Tim has been married to his wife Cammie for thirty years and they have two children, Jeremy and Melissa. Other members of his very close knit family include his brother, Scoot,

and his two supportive parents – long-time residents of our community – Jim and Claudia VonSeggern. Tim began his career as a paramedic, but his ambition and desire to serve others led him to become a firefighter, captain of a fireboat, harbor pilot captain and the project manager for the tow primary fireboats that patrol the area from Portland to the mouth of the Columbia River. In all, Tim completed 30 years of service to the City of Portland. Fellow employees and

8/25/2016 Issued two citations for no valid day use permit displayed in NBSP. Investigated an incomplete 911 call in Manzanita. Assisted OSP and TCSO with a report of a semi-truck driving dangerously on Hwy 101 near Manzanita. 8/26/2016 Issued three citations for no valid day use permit displayed in NBSP. Issued a citation for driving uninsured in OWSP. Responded to a report of a court violation in Manzanita. Assisted Nehalem Bay Fire & Rescue with a medical call in Neahkahnie. Investigated a report of a suspicious circumstance in Manzanita. Responded to a report of found property in Manzanita.

Investigated a report of a dog left in a car in Manzanita. Responded to an animal complaint in Manzanita. 8/27/2016 Issued two citations for violation of posted parking restrictions in OWSP. Issued a citation for violation of posted speed (42/25) in Wheeler. Responded to an ordinance violation in Manzanita. Assisted OSP with an injured animal in Bayside Gardens. Responded to a report of trespassing in Manzanita. Responded to a report of lost property in Manzanita. Assisted TCSO with a report of narcotics in Wheeler. Assisted with a report of lost property in Manzanita.

subordinates would describe him as demonstrating an incredible work ethic and embodying traits such as honesty, confidence, resourcefulness and fairness. Throughout his career, Tim has shown the determination to attack problems, learn new strategies and techniques for solving problems and has demonstrated a willingness to share what he has learned with others. He is an individual committed to hard work and serving others. With such a multitude of skills and wealth of knowl-

edge, Tim hopes to continue to be involved in his community, while spending more time with his family fishing, hunting, working on his property in Nehalem and remodeling a hose with room to house a boat and room for friends and family to enjoy the coast that he so loves. Tim is wished the very best of luck by family, friends and co-workers alike. JoAnn Demattos Modesto, CA

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Nora (Crain) Skinner 1925-2016

Nora (Crain) Skinner, born December 15, 1925, died peacefully in Portland on August 22, 2016 surrounded by her children and her loyal dog, Pedro.

A long-time resident of Manzanita, Nora was a former employee of Kaiser Permanente. While residing at the coast, she was active in several community groups, served as an ombudsman, and volunteered at the Hope Chest Thrift Shop. She attended St. Catherine Episcopal Church, enjoyed watercolor painting and writing poetry. A graduate of Frank High School, during WWII Nora trained as a journeyman welder (Rosie the Riveter). She attended Oregon State University before her marriage to Walter Skinner, her husband of 50 years, with whom she shared a passion for golf. Nora is survived by her son, Mark

Skinner, also of Manzanita, and her daughter Sorrel Devine (Rhode Island), as well as three grandchildren – Eamonn Gerety, Fiona Gerety and Hannah Devine. Nora will be remembered for her sense of humour and social nature. A fiend to many, she will be sorely missed. Per her wishes, no funeral will be held. A gathering of friends and family to celebrate her life is planned for spring of 2017. Contributions in any amount to the Hope Chest Thrift Shop (36345 HWY 101 North, Nehalem) will be gladly accepted in memory of Nora.

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should find themselves making that 911 call and then seeing an ambulance in their driveway in just a few minutes. This time turned out to not being a life or death situation but the assistance was needed and the deed was done. While it is hard to believe the elections will be here and that will stop a lot of the vicious chatter that is happening and we will probably survive as a nation. We can get back to some positive ideas to give us all the break we need. I guess the largest lesson in life is to never take things for granted and try to remember that everything has to end some time. Meanwhile be nice to yourself and all the people you meet and your life will be complete

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but went on to pay for the operation. There are some wonderful organizations and individuals who give of themselves year in and year out and we forget to give them the credit they deserve. Right now there are terrible storms and earthquakes happening all over the world and we see the emergency response people coming to the aid of those who have been injured and even killed. We need to work with others preparing ourselves and our communities for possible emergency situations that are happening each and every day. I remember when there was some opposition to the forming of our local Fire and Rescue organization. Those who didn’t think it was necessary

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things for granted. There are always bumps in the road and lots of things that can happen when you find out you are not always in control. My best outlet over the years has always been helping others including those with sight and or hearing problems. At one time I was Chairman of the Oregon Lions Sight and Hearing Foundation. From a small organization put together to allow the individual Clubs to pool their resources it is now a leader in providing everything from glasses and or hearing aids to surgery if no other means are available. Just yesterday a Hospice Nurse who also works as a School Nurse told me how wonderful it was when a student needed eye surgery and the Lions provided the testing

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THURSDAY SEPT. 1 • Silver Services Yoga - 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Center for the Contemplative Arts, 300 Division St. in Manzanita. $40 for five classes. Contact Holly Smith at 503-368-4883. • Open Clay Studio - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Hoffman Center for the Arts, 594 Laneda Ave. in Manzanita. Participants can purchase clay. All experience levels welcome and a studio host is available to answer questions and offer tips. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Studio fees are $2 per hour, which includes glazing and firing up the finished product. Clay is $1 per 1 pound section. For more information, contact the Clay hosts at: hoffmanclaystudio@gmail.com or call 503-368-3846.

FRIDAY SEPT. 2 • Art Sale - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at CARTM on Necarney Blvd. in Manzanita. Fill your walls with colorful originals, signed prints and valuable treasures. Plus, 25 percent off all art in the “Re-Imagine Gallery. Contact 503-368-7764 • Open Gallery - 2 to 4 p.m. every Friday at Hoffman Center for the Arts, 594 Laneda Ave. in Manzanita. Contact 503-368-3846. • Farmer’s Market - 5 p.m. at Cascade Realty Lot in Manzanita. Free. Contact 503-836-3234 • “Love, Loss, & What I Wore” - 7 p.m. at NCRD Theater, 36155 9th St. in Nehalem. A play written by Nora and Delia Ephron based on the 1995 book of the same name by Ilene Beckerman. Admission $10 (adult content). Contact 503-368-7008. •Live Music – Jesse Leigh, 9 p.m., Manzanita Lighthouse Pub & Grub, 35480 N. Hwy 101 in Nehalem. Free. Contact 503368-4990.

SATURDAY SEPT. 3 • Energy Yoga - 9:30 to 111 a.m. at Center for the Contemplative Arts, 300 Division St. in Manzanita. $50 for five classes. $12 drop-ins. Contact Lola Sacks at 503-368-6227. • Art Sale - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at CARTM on Necarney Blvd. in Manzanita. Fill your walls with colorful originals, signed prints and valuable treasures. Plus, 25 percent off all art in the “Re-Imagine Gallery. Contact 503-368-7764 • Open Clay Studio - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Hoffman Center for the Arts, 594 Laneda Ave. in Manzanita. Participants can purchase clay. All experience levels welcome and a studio host is available to answer questions and offer tips. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Studio fees are $2 per hour, which includes glazing and firing up the finished product. Clay is $1 per 1 pound section. For more information, contact the Clay hosts at: hoffmanclaystudio@gmail.com or call 503368-3846. •Story Hour - 11 a.m., North Tillamook Library in Manzanita. Free. Contact 503-368-6665. • Pickle Ball Club - Noon at Manzanita City Park. Want to learn a new game, have fun and get great exercise all at the same time? Come to the tennis courts at City Park for an introduction to the fastest growing sport in America. Ages 13 and up. Free. Contact cbbcalm@ hotmail.com. • Live Music – Anita Margarita & The Rattlesnakes, noon at Nehalem Bay Winery, 34965 OR5326 in Nehalem. Great music in a beautiful outdoor setting at Nehalem Bay Winery Labor Day Weekend. Food, wine and beer available for purchase. Families and dogs welcome to the free event. Contact 503-368-WINE. • Hoffapalooza - 1 to 4 p.m. at Hoffman Center for the Arts (HCA), 594 Laneda Ave. in Manzanita. The Center celebrates its 12th anniversary with a free open house. Tours, art shows, demonstrations, silent auction and HCA representatives on hand for questions about activities and programs. Refreshments and cold beverages will be served. Raffle tickets on sale at HRC events and every Friday leading up to event, from 5 to 8 p.m., in front of Polaris Art Gallery on Laneda.

• “Love, Loss, & What I Wore” - 7 p.m. at NCRD Theater, 36155 9th St. in Nehalem. A play written by Nora and Delia Ephron based on the 1995 book of the same name by Ilene Beckerman. Admission $10 (adult content). Contact 503368-7008. • Live Music – Karaoke From Hell!, 9 p.m., at San Dune Pub, 127 Laneda Ave. Feeling like a rock star? Sing karaoke with a live band to back you up!

SUNDAY SEPT. 4 • Energy Yoga - 9:30 to 111 a.m. at Center for the Contemplative Arts, 300 Division St. in Manzanita. $50 for five classes. $12 drop-ins. Contact Lola Sacks at 503-368-6227. • Art Sale - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at CARTM on Necarney Blvd. in Manzanita. Fill your walls with colorful originals, signed prints and valuable treasures. Plus, 25 percent off all art in the “Re-Imagine Gallery. Contact 503-368-7764 • Live Music – Julie Amici Trio, 1 p.m., at Nehalem Bay Winery over Labor Day Weekend. Julie Amici on vocals, Dean Mueller on bass and Dan Gildea on guitar. Bluesy jazz and country swing will have you smiling and dancing the afternoon away. Contact 503-368-WINE. • Sunday Concerts - 1 to 3 p.m., Hoffman Gardens, 594 Laneda Ave. Free. • “Love, Loss, & What I Wore” - 2 p.m. at NCRD Theater, 36155 9th St. in Nehalem. A play written by Nora and Delia Ephron based on the 1995 book of the same name by Ilene Beckerman. Admission $10 (adult content). Contact 503-368-7008. • “Monsterism” Class - 2 to 4 p.m. at Hoffman Center for the Arts, 594 Laneda Ave. in Manzanita. Exclusive workshop with Portland ceramic monstermaker James DeRosso. Step-by-step instructions in “monsterism” in a fast-paced, hands-on clay workshop. Cost is $25 which includes two hours of instruction and firing, staining and glazing of the clay monsters. Materials and tools provided, all ages are welcome. Sign up via Pay Pal, or with credit card at hoffmanblog.org/ongoingclasses/register-for-workshops or at the Hoffman Clay Studio. Contact 503-368-4990.

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WEDNESDAY SEPT. 7 •Morning T’ai Chi - 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Center for the Contemplative Arts, 300 Division St. in Manzanita. Cost is $35. Contact Lola Sacks at 503-368-6227. • Volunteer Work Party - 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Historic American Legion Cemetery on Necarney Blvd. in Nehalem. Volunteers wanted! Help weed, prune and other cleanup projects on Wednesdays. Bring your favorite pruner, clipper, garden gloves & drinking water. Contact Val Magee at 808-264-1454. • Manzanita Pickle Ball Club - 2:30 p.m. at Manzanita City Park on 3rd St. Free. Want to learn a new game, have fun, and get great exercise all at the same time? If so, come to the tennis courts at City Park for an introduction to the fastest growing sport in America. • Evening Yoga - 5 - 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday evening at Center for the Contemplative Arts, 300 Division St. in Manzanita. $40 for five classes, $10 drop-in. Contact Lola Sacks at 503-368-6227. • DJ & Karaoke - 9 p.m. at Lighthouse Pub & Grub, 36480 N. Hwy 101 in Nehalem. Contact 503-368-4990.

THURSDAY SEPT. 8 • Silver Services Yoga - 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Center for the Contemplative Arts, 300 Division St. in Manzanita. $40 for five classes. Contact Holly Smith at 503-368-4883. • Open Clay Studio - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Hoffman Center for the Arts, 594 Laneda Ave. in Manzanita. Participants can purchase clay. All experience levels welcome and a studio host is available to answer questions and offer tips. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Studio fees are $2 per hour, which includes glazing and firing up the finished product. Clay is $1 per 1 pound section. For more information, contact the Clay hosts at: hoffmanclaystudio@ gmail.com or call 503-368-3846.

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MONDAY SEPT. 5

•Meditation - 5 to 5:45 p.m. at Center for the Contemplative Arts, 300 Division St. in Manzanita. Free. Call Lola Sacks for more info at 503-368-6227.

• Open Gallery - 2 to 4 p.m. every Friday at Hoffman Center for the Arts, 594 Laneda Ave. in Manzanita. Contact 503-368-3846.

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• Open Clay Studio - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Hoffman Center for the Arts, 594 Laneda Ave. in Manzanita. Participants can purchase clay. All experience levels welcome and a studio host is available to answer questions and offer tips. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Studio fees are $2 per hour, which includes glazing and firing up the finished product. Clay is $1 per 1 pound section. For more information, contact the Clay hosts at: hoffmanclaystudio@ gmail.com or call 503-368-3846.

• Energy Yoga - 9:30 to 11 a.m. at Center for the Contemplative Arts, 300 Division St. in Manzanita. $50 for five classes. $12 drop-ins. Contact Lola Sacks at 503-368-6227.

•Live Music – Matthew Hundley, 6 to 9 p.m. at Manzanita Lighthouse Pub & Grub, 36480 N. Hwy 101 in Nehalem. Free. Contact 503-368-4990.

• Writing Lounge - 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hoffman Center for the Arts, 594 Laneda Ave. in Manzanita. A quiet space for writing, with prompts and time for sharing and feedback. $5 suggested donation. Contact 503-368-3846. •Mah Jong Lessons - 3 p.m. every Tuesday at North Tillamook Library, 571 Laneda Ave. in Manzanita.

the Nehalem Estuary, a large protected nature sanctuary for wildlife, native trees and plants. View the wetlands and riparian habitats of Sitka Wetlands, Cedar Creek and the new Elk Meadows Park. No bathroom facilities; wear sturdy shoes or rubber/hiking boots and bring drinking water and binoculars if you have them. • Multi-layer Paper Cutting Class - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Hoffman Center for the Arts, 594 Laneda Ave. in Manzanita. Led by artist David Friedman of Portland, students will use paper cutting tools to create delicate, intricate and unique artwork. Tuition is $55. A $35 materials fee should be paid directly to the instructor on the day of the class. • Pickle Ball Club - Noon at Manzanita City Park. Want to learn a new game, have fun and get great exercise all at the same time? Come to the tennis courts at City Park for an introduction to the fastest growing sport in America. Ages 13 and up. Free. Contact cbbcalm@hotmail.com. • Lower Nehalem Watershed Council Annual BBQ - 4 - 6 p.m. at Neahring Family Farm. Free and open to the public. Please RSVP to lnwc@nehalemtel.net or 503-368-7424 by September 7 for directions to the site. • “Love, Loss, & What I Wore” - 7 p.m. at NCRD Theater, 36155 9th St. in Nehalem. A play written by Nora and Delia Ephron based on the 1995 book of the same name by Ilene Beckerman. Admission $10 (adult content). Contact 503-368-7008. • Live Music – Erotic City, 9 p.m., San Dune Pub, 127 Laneda Ave. in Manzanita. Erotic Party like it’s 1999 with the Pacific Northwests’ premier Prince tribute band – Erotic City. Contact 503-368-5080.

SUNDAY SEPT. 11 • Energy Yoga - 9:30 to 111 a.m. at Center for the Contemplative Arts, 300 Division St. in Manzanita. $50 for five classes. $12 drop-ins. Contact Lola Sacks at 503-368-6227. • “Love, Loss, & What I Wore” - 2 p.m. at NCRD Theater, 36155 9th St. in Nehalem. A play written by Nora and Delia Ephron based on the 1995 book of the same name by Ilene Beckerman. Admission $10 (adult content). Contact 503-368-7008.

MONDAY SEPT. 12

WEEKLY EVENTS SUNDAY

SUMMER CONCERTS - 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Hoffman Gardens in Manzanita. Free admission. Contact Michael Maginnis at mmaginnis007@gmail.com. MONDAY AL-ANON – 7-8 p.m. North County Recreation District, Nehalem. 503368-5093. MEDITATION - 5 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. at the Center for the Contemplative Arts in Manzanita. Free. Contact Lola Sacks at 503-368-6227. MEALS FOR SENIORS – 11:45 a.m. St. Mary’s by the Sea in Rockaway. Call Bob Dempster, 503-355-3244. TUESDAY VETERANS’ EMPLOYMENT HELP – 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. WorkSource Oregon, 2105 Fifth St., Tillamook. 800-6435709, ext. 227. ROCKAWAY LIBRARY – 3 p.m., Preschool storytime. 503-3552665. WRITING LOUNGE - 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hoffman Center. $5 suggested donation. Call 503-368-3846. MAH JONG LESSON - 3 p.m. at the North Tillamook County Library in Manzanita. For more information, call 503-3686665. WEDNESDAY VOLUNTEER CEMETERY BEAUTIFICATION - 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Historic American Legion Cemetery on Necarney Blvd in Nehalem. For more information, contact Val Magee at 808264-1454. PICKLE BALL - 2:30 p.m. in Manzanita City Park on 3rd Street. New members or drop-ins welcome. Contact Corinne at cbbcalm@hotmail.com for more information.

halem. 503-368-5093. BRIDGE, PINOCHLE AND CRIBBAGE – 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. North County Rec. District, Nehalem. 503-355-3381. MEALS FOR SENIORS – 11:45 a.m. St. Mary’s by the Sea in Rockaway. Call Bob Dempster, 503-355-3244. THURSDAY CHRISTIAN MEN’S GROUP – 7:30 a.m. Grumpy’s Cafe, 202 Hwy 101, Rockaway Beach. 503-355-0567.

BRIDGE, PINOCHLE AND CRIBBAGE – 1-3 p.m. North County Rec. District, Nehalem. 503355-3381. GARIBALDI LIBRARY STORYTIME – 2:45 p.m. 503-322-2100. FRIDAY GARIBALDI JAM – 6-8 p.m. Featuring local musicians at the Garibaldi Community Hall. MEALS FOR SENIORS – 11:45 a.m. St. Mary’s by the Sea in Rockaway. Call Bob Dempster, 503-355-3244. SPIRIT DANCE – 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on the second and fourth Fridays. Pine Grove Community Center, Manzanita. Freeform dance celebration. OPEN GALLERY - 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Hoffman Center for the Arts in Manzanita. Check out the latest work by local artists. For more information, call 503-368-3846. LIVE MUSIC - 9 p.m. at the San Dune Pub on in Manzanita. Cover charge. For more information, call 503-368-5080. SATURDAY MANZANITA PACE SETTERS WALK/JOG/ RUN GROUP – 7:30 a.m. Parking lot behind Spa Manzanita.

MOVIE NIGHT – 6 p.m. at the Rising Star Cafe in Wheeler. Call 503368-3990.

PICKLE BALL - 2 p.m. in Manzanita City Park on 3rd Street. New members or drop-ins welcome. Contact Corinne at cbbcalm@hotmail.com for more information.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS - 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. North County Recreation District, Ne-

GRANDPARENTS PARENTING AGAIN – Call Steve or Jackie for meetings. 503-355-2440.

Friday, Sep. 2, from 2 to 4 p.m. Open Gallery Visual Arts Students’ Show Opening

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• Meditation - 5 to 5:45 p.m. at Center for the Contemplative Arts, 300 Division St. in Manzanita. Free. Call Lola Sacks for more info at 503-368-6227.

TUESDAY SEPT. 13 • Open Clay Studio - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Hoffman Center for the Arts, 594 Laneda Ave. in Manzanita. Participants can purchase clay. All experience levels welcome and a studio host is available to answer questions and offer tips. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Studio fees are $2 per hour, which includes glazing and firing up the finished product. Clay is $1 per 1 pound section. For more information, contact the Clay hosts at: hoffmanclaystudio@gmail. com or call 503-368-3846. • Writing Lounge - 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hoffman Center for the Arts, 594 Laneda Ave. in Manzanita. A quiet space for writing, with prompts and time for sharing and feedback. $5 suggested donation. Contact 503-368-3846. • Mah Jong Lessons - 3 p.m. every Tuesday at North Tillamook Library, 571 Laneda Ave. in Manzanita. Contact 503-368-6665.

Donna Miller Clay Studio host: Created the SHE Warrior clay event, and organized Clay Monster workshop.

Saturday, Sep. 3, from 1 to 5 p.m. Hoffapalooza Experience the Arts in Action: Demos, Art Show & Sales, Raffle, Silent Auction Sunday, Sep. 4, from 1 to 3 p.m. Concert in the Hoffman Garden Free Tuesday, Sep. 6, 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Writing Lounge Open to all

Saturday, Sep. 10, at 7 p.m. “Cascadia” Book Release Event Author: Buzz Bernard, Free Tuesday, Sep. 13, 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Writing Lounge, Open to all

Friday, Sep. 9, 16, 23 & 30, from 2 to 4 pm. Open Gallery “ZoomUganda” Photo Exhibit

Friday, Sep. 16, at 7 p.m. “Behind the Scenes of ZoomUganda” Reception Featuring curator Julie Resnick

Saturday, Sep. 10, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. “Multilayer Papercutting” Class Led by David Friedman Register at hoffmanblog.org

Saturday, Sep. 17, at 7 p.m. Manzanita Writers’ Series Author Jonathan Evison: “This is Your Life Harriet Chance!”, Open mic follows. Admission: $7

Please visit hoffmanblog.org for more information on these events. To remain a vital community asset, the Hoffman Center relies on funding from people who recognize the value it brings to our community. Send donations to Hoffman Center, PO Box 678, Manzanita, OR 97139. Questions? Call 503-368-3846 or e-mail hoffmancenter@nehalemtel.net The Hoffman Center is a non-profit public-benefit charity, qualified under IRS Section 501(c)(3).

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DUII arrests on the upswing, pot not he culprit By Ann Powers

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Driving under the influence of intoxicants (DUII) arrests have jumped 400 percent in Rockaway Beach and nearly doubled in Tillamook since about this time last year, according to law enforcement officials. But, it’s not as bad as it sounds – and not necessarily stemming from the legalization of recreational marijuana use as some may believe, police noted. “In 2015, Rockaway Beach Police Department (RBPD) had one DUII arrest which was the result of controlled substance use – no alcohol or cannabis,” said Officer Sean Ahlers. From the beginning of 2016, five arrests have been made in RBPD’s jurisdiction and none were marijuana related. Ahlers said three were because of alcohol, one was possibly due to prescription medication and a medical reason resulted in another. And the arrest numbers haven’t spiked in Rockaway because more people are

driving under the influence. Ahlers said the department was short staffed last year, but currently at full capacity. Hence, more RBPD officers patrolling the area and catching law breakers. In Tillamook, impaired driving busts jumped from 17, between Jan. 1 to Aug. 18 in 2015, to 33 for that same time period this year, according to Detective Nick Troxel. Police Chief Terry Wright said booze is more often the perpetrator rather than other factors, and the number is up because of more training from the Oregon Drug Evaluation and Classification (DEC) Program. “Most are alcohol,” he explained. “Or alcohol and drugs. Part of (the increase) is training received from the state and working with our DUII District Attorney.” In Manzanita, Police

Chief Erik Harth said he believes the DUII arrests this year are close to what the department had last year. While police said they aren’t pulling over a lot of drivers stoned on pot, Tillamook County District Attorney William B. Porter said he’s pulling in additional DUII cases related to weed. “More of the DUII’s are marijuana based,” he said. “Perhaps a function of lots of newer police officers in our area with specific train-

ing in these cases.” The DEC trains police to recognize impairment in drivers under the influence of drugs other than, or in addition to, alcohol. Oregon is one of 46 states, including the District of Columbia, participating in the program. Motorists will fail a DUII field test if their blood alcohol (BAC) reading is 0.08% or higher. For drivers under 21, any amount of alcohol in the bloodstream constitutes a failing the sobriety test. For CDL drivers the legal limit is

a BAC of 0.04%. Officials said DUII/Marijuana is a crime, regardless of whether the driver is a recreational smoker or has a Medical Marijuana Card. However, there is no ‘legal limit’ when it comes to cannabis. That’s where an officer’s DEC training kicks in. “So far, there is no scientific test level machine for marijuana,” Porter said. “So, in marijuana cases, officers rely solely on Field Sobriety Tests and driving to look for impairment. I don’t expect to see any marijuana machine test any time soon.” But, that doesn’t mean officials aren’t seeing negative consequences off the roadways since recreational cannabis use was legally implemented in July, 2015. “In the past we saw kids with small amounts of marijuana, usually poor quality,” Wright noted. “Now

we are starting to catch juveniles with better grade marijuana and it sometimes is in containers from retail marijuana locations.” Wright said it’s a good idea for adults to keep control of their pot, lock it up and track it. “We all know that juveniles will take parent or family members cigarettes and alcohol,” he said. “Now that marijuana is more readily accessible and accepted, this is now more easily accessed by juveniles. There is less of a chance you will notice a little marijuana gone than you would a bottle of alcohol or a pack of cigarettes. The same also goes for prescription medication.” He added parents should discuss their cannabis use with their children, as they would with medication, cigarettes or alcohol, and keep these substances safe from kids. Wright said those with questions or wanting more information can contact the Tillamook Police Department.

Mudd Nick provides ‘life-changing experiences’ By Ann Powers

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Max Hooley and Jim Mudd pose in front of the Manzanita Mudd Dog Stand.

Alaina Holm is convinced the experiences she gained through the Mudd Nick Foundation (MNF) helped her become Neah-Kah-Nie High School’s 2016 valedictorian - and more. “Definitely,” she said. “It widened my perspective of the world, made me more independent, more confident, grow as an individual and empowered me.” From MNF-sponsored excursions to Portland for plays and concerts in grade school, a college visit in junior high, Blazer games and

even to Costa Rica on a two-month foreign exchange program in high school, Holm said, “All that cool stuff we wouldn’t do otherwise because of being from a small town. Coming off of that… I was ready to conquer everything else I had to do until graduation.” And beyond. And not just for Holm. “My Future Business Leaders of America team was successful enough to win the state competition and move onto nationals two years in a row,” NKNHS graduate Max Hooley wrote in MNF’s newsletter. “And the Mudd Nick Founda-

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Eight-year old Annalise Moran checks out the teeth on one of the two T-Rex strolling through Bay City during the Pearl Festival Saturday afternoon. The third annual festival included a parade, the Bay City Fire Department open house and an assortment of booths and crafts in the park and in the Bay City Arts Center.

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tion contributed funds to both of those wonderful experiences.” For about 25 years, MNF has provided thousands of what it calls ‘Learning Experiences’ for students both special needs and in the general student population in north Tillamook County. But, those programs come with a price and next month the Foundation will hold its main fundraiser - the Mudd Nick Foundation Annual Charity Golf Tournament, Dinner and Auction, Sept. 16-17. MNF Board President Monica Isbell said a pretournament spaghetti dinner is scheduled 5-9 p.m., at the North County Recreation District, 36155 9th St. in Nehalem, on Friday, Sept. 16. Golf team assignments and tee times will be announced and attendees can peruse the silent auction items. Isbell added that the golf tournament kicks off at 7:30 a.m., at the Manzanita Golf Course, 908 Lakeview Dr. on Saturday, Sept. 17. The annual gourmet dinner and silent and live charity auction follows from 5:30-10 p.m., at the North County Recreation District. “We want to maintain this foundation for a long time into the future and we rely on people in the community,

and outside the community, to volunteer and for donations,” Isbell explained. “If they live in the community, their children have benefited from the program. The seniors that just graduated have had (MNF) Learning Experiences their whole school career.” The fundraiser started as a golf tournament among college friends. In 1990, Jim Mudd and Doug Nicholson, Oregon State University (OSU) college buddies and graduates, formed a co-ed golf tournament they dubbed the Mudd Nick Invitational, according to the MNF website. A duck dressed as a beaver became the logo because of the numerous University of Oregon and OSU alumni participating. As the event grew, Jim’s wife, Lynn Mudd, suggested it be transformed into a community benefit - and the Mudd Nick charity golf tournament was born in 1993. Invitees and participants began donating to support selected activities for kids in the north Tillamook area. Initially, a month-long summer art program and a skate ramp were sponsored which are still going strong today. Contributions and momentum continued to build, and MNF was established as

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ton said. “Stuff like that is what we do... eliminate barriers,” he added. A year ago, Worksource handled about seven veterans who signed up during the first Veterans Stand Down in Tillamook, Preston said. “A Stand Down is respite. It is a chance for veterans to come in and take a load off, stop worrying, heal and get services. We are just a small piece of that Citizen photo by Brad Mosher puzzle, if they are not ready for employment possibly.” Shannon Anderson, of Garibaldi, has opened a local chapter of Heroes Preston, who splits his on the Water. time between Astoria and Tillamook, “I’ts more than just employment. It is how Tillamook Bay CommuBy Brad Mosher do we assist them.” nity College also had a booth bmosher@countrymedia.net Preston already described at the stand down, with Sally the 2016 version as a sucJackson hoping to explain cess. “Absolutely. I started The second annual Tillathe ways that veterans can doing this back in 2006 in mook Veterans Stand Down get some educational help Astoria. The thing was, if Friday was bigger and better you can help one veteran, we than the first time, according from the two-year college. “We are hoping to help have accomplished what we to participants at the Tillaveterans identify what their have set out to do.” mook County fairgrounds. benefits are if they want to The Veterans of ForMore than 60 people attend college and activate eign Wars organization had came in the first wave of the college educational bentwo stations – one for the people entering the Stand efits,” Jackson said. veterans who served during Down. According to Jackson, foreign wars and the other by According to Elly Blaser veterans interested in finding the organization’s auxiliary. of Goodwill’s Job ConnecThe auxiliary handed out tion, people were lined at the out more information can potholders to the veterans front door waiting to get into come to the student services window at the college. made by a member who was the Stand Down. Worksource Oregon more than 100 years old. According to Tillamook also had a station set up at “She made 107 by the Veterans Services Officer the stand down, with the time she turned 100. She Bill Hatton, a large number representatives focusing on wanted to do 200 more of the people he saw Friday trying to help veterans find before she turned 101 morning were new contacts. employment. but she fell and broke her The Oregon Helpline “It is going really good, “ shoulder so she only made is funded by the Oregon Patrick Preston said Friday 147 or something like that,” Department of Veteran Afmorning shortly after the according to Kay Saddler, a fairs, with the goal to reach stand down started. “We’ve member of the Lake Oswego as many Oregon Veterans as talked to 10 or 12 veterans. A Auxiliary who lives in South possible, according to Matt new one just came through, Tillamook County. Kowslowski, the military a disabled veteran going to The Stand Down also had services coordinator for a college. tables for veterans interested Portland non-profit and a “We start assisting him in in finding jobs with busispokesman for the program reducing barriers to emnesses in the area like Wells attending the annual Stand ployment, the Worksource Fargo, and others. Down at the Tillamook Disabled Veterans’ Outreach In addition, veterans had County Fairgrounds. program specialist added. an opportunity to pick up “There is a huge discon“He’s got sort of a survival tools if they needed for no nect when folks get out of job.” charge with a group called the military and there is not That veteran had a Tools 4 Troops. The orgaa major military installation background in botany and nization is based in Lake around. You can feel abanWorksource had some job Oswego. doned. They do not have posters looking for someone services,” he said. with that background, Pres-

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An overnight mooring: historic Coast Guard boat comes to Garibaldi By Jordan Wolfe jwolfe@countrymedia.net

A little bit of history is making a special stop in Garibaldi, on Friday. Thirty-six feet of history, to be exact, in the form of 36391, a recently rebuilt TR model Coast Guard motor lifeboat from 1934. “It was the workhorse for all Coast Guard stations,” said Albert “Ole” Olsen, retired Coast Guard captain. He added the TR models were self-righting and selfbailing and were used on the east coast, west coast and on the Great Lakes for rescue missions. “It’s the only one fully operational –- probably – on

the west coast.” The owner of the boat, Glen Cathers, is taking it to various Coast Guard Lifeboat stations, according to Olsen and has invited to Cathers to display the boat for the public from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday at moorage F-05, across from Charter Boat Row at the Port of Garibaldi harbor. According to Olsen, the boat was assigned to the Point Adams Lifeboat Station at Hammond, where it served for 22 years. And eventually found in disrepair in Astoria by Cathers. “Over a period of time, he completely rebuilt it,” Olsen said.

He added a wrinkle to the tale, adding Cathers’ father, Johnny, was a surfman at Point Adams from 1936 to 1940 and again from 1943 to 1954, ultimately becoming the officer in charge and retiring as a Chief Boatswain Mate in 1962.“The boat he found was at his dad’s station,” Olsen said. “No doubt his dad ran this boat on many, many rescue missions.” The historical TR 36391 will be on display from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. on Friday at moorage F-05, across from Charter Boat Row at the Port of Garibaldi harbor.

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Pirates prepare for home opener with Knappa Jamboree New football coach pleased with first field test By Brad Mosher bmosher@countrymedia.net

For some, the number 13 is unlucky. New Neah-Kah-Nie football coach Chris Bennett isn’t one of them. Bennett had just 13 players eligible to play in Friday’s football jamboree at Knappa High School. Still, he came away pleased with his crew of Pirates. The defense drew praise from the former Pirate player who has returned to take the help of the program. “I was very pleased with our defensive effort last night (Friday). “Our defensive backs are all freshmen and did a nice job in pass coverage and communicating on the field. Citizen photos by Brad Mosher “Our linebackers flowed Neah-Kah-Nie got a chance to to see some action during well to the ball and filled Friday’s football jamboree at Knappa High School. It was the the gaps nicely,” Bennett offense working at finding holes in the defensive schemes said. used against the Pirates with Max Halverson (11) following The offense also drew the lead block of Greg Elligsen (22). The Pirates open their praise. season at home Friday with non-league games. Neah-Kah“Offensively, Max ran Nie will host Portland Christian.

the ball hard and we were able to put some good scoring drives together. We need to work on maintaining our blocks longer on the offensive line and lowering our pad level,” he added. “All in all I thought we had a pretty good outing last night with only having 13 players eligible,” the coach said. Host Royals The Pirates will be opening the 2016 at home Friday when they host the 3A Portland Christian squad in a 7 p.m. contest in Rockaway Beach. The Royals will be starting the season off with the Pirates, then following with five more non-league matches against Gervais, Horizon Christian-Tualatin, Umatilla, Imbler and Corbett. The Royals face only three league foes in the Lewis & Clark League – Warrenton, Rainier and Clatskanie.

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Staff report The Northwest League volleyball jamboree was a warm up for the teams – but in more ways than it was planned. The inside of the Knappa gym was a toasty 90 degrees, forcing the players and fans to leave the building to cool down between matches. In spite of the hot times at Knappa, both the Neah-Kah-Nie Lady Pirates and the Nestucca Lady Cats were able to get a chance to season their squads before a brief non-league schedule and the early start to a Northwest League competition. Neah-Kah-Nie will be traveling to Toledo Thursday for a non-league contest with the Bombers at 2 p.m., then follow that with a battle with Waldport at 3:15 p.m. Nestucca will play at Riverdale Thursday WEEKEND FISHING OPPORTUNITIES: Anglers can now fish with a second rod in many NW Zone streams through Oct. 31 if they purchase a tworod endorsement for $21.50. Summer Steelhead fishing is fair in the Siletz, Nestucca and Trask. Sea run cutthroat fishing is fair to good in tidewaters of the Kilchis, Nehalem, Nestucca, Trask, Wilson, Alsea and Siuslaw. NORTH COAST LAKES Spring trout stocking is complete. Holdover trout are available in most lakes. The best opportunity will be in higher elevation lakes that remain cooler longer, such as Hebo Lake, South Lake, and Lost Lake. Battle Lake offers some hike in fishing opportunity also. The water level at Cape Meares Lake has been lowered to facilitate repairs to the outlet structure. The lake will be held at the current level until the repairs can be completed later this summer. Warmwater fish are active. Look for some largemouth bass action in Lake Lytle, Coffenbury Lake, Cullaby Lake, Sunset Lake, and Cape Meares Lake, and Vernonia Pond. Aquatic vegeta-

Play NKN Invite Both schools will be back in action Saturday when the Lady Pirates host a volleyball tournament at their Rockaway Beach campus. In addition, Clatskanie, Delphian, Jefferson, Knappa, Pilot Rock and Santiam will be playing in the invitational. Then the Northwest League play begins for the schools. Both teams will go back on the road Tuesday after the tournament with Nestucca going to a 6 p.m. battle with City Christian. The Lady Pirates (0-2) will be back in Knappa again Sept. 6 for a 6 p.m. contest. Knappa beat the Pirates twice in the Warrenton tournament Saturday (25-10, 25-21). The Pirates will have to wait until Sept. 13 for another home contest.

tion is increasing with the summer weather so expect to deal with weeds. KILCHIS RIVER: cutthroat Trout fishing should be fair to good. Sea-run cutthroat should be in tidal areas, and will begin moving upstream soon. Anglers are reminded that no bait is allowed above tidewater May 22 - Aug. 31. NEHALEM RIVER AND BAY: Chinook, cutthroat Chinook fishing is fair in the bay, and some nice sized Chinook are being caught. Anglers are reminded that of the two Chinook salmon per day bag limit, only one may be a wild Chinook through Sept. 15. In addition, only 5 wild adult Chinook may be harvested from the Nehalem River and Bay and/ or the North Fork Nehalem River April 1 – Sept. 15. Trolling herring near the mouth of the bay will still be the most productive, but fish are being caught farther into the estuary. Sea-run cutthroat are available in tidewater and will begin moving upstream over the next few weeks. Casting spinners or streamer flies along banks or to cover should get some bites. Anglers are reminded that no bait is allowed above tidewater through Aug. 31.

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The Pear: Oh Sweet and Savory Seductress

The Golightly Gourmet Dana Zia “There are only 10 minutes in the life of a pear, when it is perfect to eat.” Ralph Waldo Emerson

was recently seduced I by a giant box of pears.

As I gazed lovingly at the box I could see canned whole pears, pear balsamic compote, pear cake and pear salads doing the can can on my counter. I scooped it up and went home and spent DAYS processing those little sirens and wondered what I had I gotten myself into? I was not the first one lured in as this has been happening to humankind for millenniums. In fact, it completely captured an ancient Chinese diplomat, Feng Li, who threw all responsibilities out the window and focused only on cultivating pears. That was over 7,000 years ago. The pear had a difficult birth into the Americas where it was wiped out almost completely by blights, after been brought over by the early colonists. Then some optimistic pioneers carried pears seeds over the Oregon Trail and found that they thrived here. In fact, the Northwest is the only geographical area in the United States that produces perfect pears. Also the pear is the official state fruit and #1 tree fruit crop

in Oregon, rated 2nd producer in the nation, just behind Washington. What a unique distinction. Another unique thing about pears are that they are one of the few fruits that must be picked unripe and then ripened off the tree so they don’t get mealy and grainy. (So that is why my pears off my tress were always terrible!) There are more than 3,000 varieties of pears but a lot of them fell to the wayside with modern mega farming. But now with more demand and interest towards reviving heirloom varieties, more interesting types of pears are becoming. I highly recommend trying as many as you can get your hands on. The varieties that are more available that you really must try are: • The most well know, the Bartlett, which comes in red and yellow, is aromatic, very sweet and delicate. It is excellent for eating fresh and canning. • The Anjou comes in both red and green and is known for its abundant juice and sweet flavor. They do not change colors when they are ripe, and are good for anything. (I mean anything!) • Then the friendly Bosc pear, russet in color, has a dense flavorful flesh that is good for baking and cooking. • Comice pears are harder to find but you will be rewarded by their ultrajuicy, sweet flesh. They are an elegant dessert pear and are excellent served with cheese. • The Concorde pear is known for its elongated neck and firm dense flesh that has a vanilla undertone. It is great for baking, poaching or grilling. • I really like the Forelle pears when I can get a hold of them, since their season is short. They have a firm flesh and the perfect flavor, not to sweet, not too grainy, and they are good to eat fresh or to cook with.

Here are a few very perfectly good pear tips;

• To easily core a pear, cut it in half and use a melon baler to take out the core. It works great and looks fantastic! • To speed up the ripening process, store pears in a cool dry place with a ripe banana. • Combine pears with gourmet cheeses (gorgonzola goes particularly well with pears) for an elegant and delicious appetizer or dessert. The following recipe highlights the versatility of the pear to go either sweet or savory. This meal is elegant enough for a special dinner and easy enough for every night. It has become my very favorite salad for the fall and will seduce you as well. Roasted honey pear salad This is a lovely salad that is dressy enough for special occasions. Use a melon baller to core the pears super easily. You can make the pears up to 2 days ahead of time and keep in the fridge for an easy assemblage.

The salad dressing

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. While the oven is heating, place the pear halves on a cutting board, cut side down. Starting 1 inch from the stem cut lengthwise into 1/3” to ½” inch thin slices till the whole thing is sliced. Scatter the rosemary sprigs on a lightly greased, rimmed baking sheet then place the pear halves on top of the sprigs. Carefully fan out the pear halves. (The first one is kinda hard, but you’ll get the hang of it.) Drizzle the honey over the pears and lightly sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake the pears for 15 minutes or until just tender. Let them rest on the baking sheet till cool. (You can do this part a day ahead and store in the fridge till you use them.) Whisk together all the dressing ingredients in a jar. Put the lid on and shake it up till well blended. Combine the spinach, arugula, onions and cranberries and toss with some of the dressing. Divvy out into four bowls and place one pear half on top of the greens mix. Sprinkle with the nuts and cheese and serve with the left over dressing. Magnifique!

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 4 tablespoons champagne or white wine vinegar 1 tablespoon of honey ½ teaspoon kosher or sea salt 1 tablespoon of finely minced fresh rosemary Freshly ground pepper The salad 1 cup thinly sliced red onion 1/3 cup sweetened dried cranberries 8 cups of fresh spinach, stemmed if needed 4 cups of arugula (optional) 2/3 cup hazelnuts, toasted and chopped The pears 2 firm but ripe pears (do not peel), halved, cored A handful of fresh rosemary sprigs, pulled into smaller pieces ¼ cup of honey Salt and pepper to taste

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