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Wall That Heals stirs emotions in Independence

By DAVID HAYES I-O Editor

Benny Williams was there in Washington, D.C., not long after the Vietnam Veterans Memorial was opened 43 years ago. He traveled from Salem Sept. 18 to bring his great-grandson Benjamin George to see the replica Wall That Heals when it made a five-day stop in Independence last week. Williams said it was especially important to bring Benjamin during tumultuous times, here and abroad.

“I was telling Benjamin, I wanted him to be able to see this wall. Literally, for more grandchildren, and now my great grandchild, to understand the contrast that is in place today, understanding how this country has been able to be the beacon of the world because we’ve had people step forward to preserve peace and rights here in the United States,” Williams said. He took the opportunity to get an etching of the name of his nephew on his wife’s side of the family who was killed in 1967

“We found his name, got it traced on paper, and will be able to let my wife, who was unable to join today, to have for her records,” Williams said. “Many of the names on this wall are African Americans. We enlisted and served at a greater ratio of our population than the rest of society.”

According to official records, more than 300 000 Black Americans served in the Vietnam War, and while they were about 12% of the U.S. population, they made up a larger percentage of the military, particularly among enlisted men. The Vietnam Veterans Memorial was dedicated in 1981, paying tribute to the 58 281 service members killed in the war, including 1 581 who remain missing. Built by the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund, the organization created a three-quarter scaled replica in 1996

to tour around the United States for those who could not get to Washington, D.C. Since, the Wall That Heals has traveled to nearly 800 communities. The replica wall, designed in a chevron shape, is 375 feet in length and stands 7 5 feet high at its tallest point. The names on The Wall That Heals are listed by day of casualty. Beginning at the center/apex, the names start on the East Wall (right-hand side) working their way out to the end of that wing, picking up again at the far end of the West Wall (left-hand

side) and working their way back in to the center/apex, joining the beginning and end of the conflict at the center.

The wall travels with a 53-foot mobile Education Center, that features donated items from the Vietnam War and a Hometown Heroes screen that highlights the service members from the community the wall is visiting. Polk County had seven service members killed in the war (see sidebar).

The Wall That Heals and Mobile Education Center were met in

Forge Fest debuts blacksmithing competition and showcase

By DAVID HAYES I-O Editor

On Sept. 20, a large barn on a Rickreall farm was cleared of all its horses to make way for blacksmithing forges. A new fundraising competition had moved in - Forge Fest. It was the brainchild of Josh Navarrete, who has parlayed his success on the cable TV show Forged in Fire to expand his growing niche empire helping veterans with PTSD.

Navarrete first started blacksmithing in a small workshop in his backyard. A case coordinator for Marion County with a background in supportive employment, Navarrete has been helping people with disabilities and disadvantages to find jobs since 1999

Navarrette continued working with those in need, including veterans. The idea came to him to offer knife making as an outlet, a simple treatment for their PTSD. Thus, Artistic and Creative Therapy (ACT) was born, a free, one-day class where he guides them to crafting their own knife. Navarrete said for many vets, there was really nowhere to go, to blow off steam and unplug. The therapy program has since grown to non-profit status and renamed IACT, Industrial Artistic and Creative Therapy. Navarrete figures he helped nearly 80 veterans last year. For the last eight years Navarrete had been wanting to produce a big showcase for both IACT and a fundraiser to help expand the program.

Thus was born the idea for Forge Fest.

“We have never had a forging event, or something related to blacksmithing, in this area. Maybe we had, but I don’t know of it,” Navarrete said.

The main goal was to bring the community together. The other was expanding IACT to involve at risk youths being mentored in blacksmithing by vets.

“Our vets are one of the most underutilized resources we have,” he said. “What’s better than to train them, provide them with resources to become mentors for kids, who many of them lack the father figure and were not so lucky to have a dad like me. And also, help them learn transferable skills.”

Navarrete needed a venue big enough to support several forges safely operating all at once.

After discarding several other venues, Navarrete approached Justin Arana, Co-founder of Acres of Hope in Rickreall, which he’d heard may have a barn big enough for Forge Fest.

“So, I came to him and said, ‘Hey Justin, I have an idea for an event…” Navarrete recalled.

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Salem and led rumbling into Independence by veteran motorcyclists on Sept. 16. Organizers were amazed by the turnout of volunteers to help set up the display - 40 regional managers from Les Schwab centers around the state helped set it up in near record time.

Independence Mayor Kate Schwarzler welcomed 369 attendees to the opening ceremony Sept. 18

Debut novel birthed in 30-day writing challenge

By DAVID HAYES I-O Editor

After teaching English for middle schoolers at Abiqua School in Salem for 12 years, Olivia Sykora retired to have kids.

Sykora jokes she became “one of those English teachers” who sought to become a published author.

Around 2019, she participated in the National Writing Month Challenge (NaNoWriMo) where authors write a 50 000 word novel draft in 30 days.

A procrastinator by nature, Sykora said the NaNoWriMo challenge forced her to tap into the mathematical side of her brain to map out the writing process to finish her rough draft within the 30 day timeline.

“I really loved it. It was temporary, so I didn’t have to kill myself for more than a month, especially with kids,”

She took the challenge four times during her retirement. One of those transcripts turned out to be the

PHOTOS BY DAVID HAYES

Cathy Miller and Adam Arbogast of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund organization, give training to

volunteers who will be interacting with visitors to the Wall That Heals during its stay in Independence.

PHOTOS COURTESY GREGORY DEAN PHOTOGRAPHY / GD STUDIOWORKS Marine blacksmith Wes Hall (right) goes up against Air Force veteran Tyler Haase during Forge Fest Feb. 20 at Acres of Hope. Hall’s forged barbecue steak turning tool was declared the winner in the veteran’s competition.

Friends of Polk County help navigate land-use issues

By GAIL OBERST

Summer 2025: I’m sitting in a meeting of the Friends of Polk County but I find myself flung back to the 1980s. I was editor of the ItemizerObserver’s sister paper then, the late Sun-Enterprise. The time warp was created mostly by Pat Wheeler, whom I had interviewed way back when the Friends of Polk County was a new nonprofit. Back in my chair, this summer’s dimension includes Ken Hale, Sarah Duemling, Paz Reingans, and Karen Lippsmeyer -- most of whom

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And before he could finish his pitch, Justin said, “Do you need a barn?”

Here Navarrete was trying to work on his skills asking for help for his own nonprofit and Arana was not helping, repeatedly interrupting.

“So, can you please play hard to get?” Navarrete asked.

“Yeah, yeah. But do you need a barn?”

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“This replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, together with its education center, comes to us not simply as a monument, but as a place of remembrance, education and healing,” Schwarzler said, adding the Wall That Heals, foremost, is for veterans.

“This replica provides a way to see names, reflect on service, and remember

I’d worked with or written about in more than 30 years of following Polk County’s natural resource, conservation and environmental issues. These and other experts are in the modern Friends group.

In this summer’s meeting, like my first one, I relearned the basis of Oregon’s iconic land-use planning system, set in place in 1974 by Governor Tom McCall: Planning for development also means planning to preserve land for agriculture, recreation and wildlife. As I sat through the modern meeting, it became clear

Actually, Navarrete had supported Acres of Hope for years, and Arana was looking to return the favor. It became the first time Acres of Hope had loaned the barn for use to another organization.

So he invited several of his friends from the blacksmithing community, and even some fellow competitors from Forged in Fire to lend their skills for demonstrations at Forge Fest. One who joined forces with Navarrete was Trystan Nguyen, also from Salem, who competed

the sacrifice of friends, fellow veterans and loved ones. For others, it’s a way to finally say goodbye, or simply stand in front of the names and know you’re not alone.”

American Legion Post 33 Commander Billy Whisenant, a U.S. Marine Vietnam veteran and co-chair of the Independence Wall That Heals Committee, was emotionally happy to see it finally arrive after years of planning.

“To me, it’s a tribute to the loving support of

that the forces that prompted Oregon’s land-use system a half-century ago continue to threaten Polk County’s farm and forest lands. Oregon’s land-use system comes down to this: Without margins, we have no mission. That is a paraphrase from Craig Camp, award-winning vineyard owner. The Polk Friends’ specific mission is front and center on its new webpage: “Working with you to protect our finite soil and water resources in Polk County.”

in Season 5, episode 27, the Hollywood edition. Competitors had to create a Bowie knife and 1 000-layer damascus katana. For Forge Fest he crafted small creations like arrowheads and lilies. He was excited to be a part of the event.

“I absolutely love it. I’ve been bugging all the local blacksmiths to do a hammering together where we all get together and nerd out over blacksmithing,” Nguyen said, who also runs his own blacksmithing business, Fluid

communities that we have, the outpouring of support, that we’ve received. That’s what has made this possible, and that’s what I am very thankful for,” Whisenant said.

Whisenant has been sharing the tale lately of his friend Martin Milek. They were radio operators. Having just been out on an operation, Whisenant missed the latest mission that fell upon Milek. On that fateful day April 6, 1968, Whisenant shares the tale as Martin boarded a helicopter, he told him,

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In this 2025 rendition, the Friends of Polk County has a new webpage, beautifully illustrated and easy to navigate. Visit the webpage and you need not read farther. But wait. You’re already here. Read on. Specifically at this meeting, there was a discussion about the planned expansion of Coffin Butte, the landfill operation on Highway 99W a little more than a mile south of the border of Polk County. When I talked to Pat Wheeler in the 1980s, the landfill was still a small, locally-owned

Forge. “Tying it to an association that does so much good for the community just makes it an easy one.”

Navarrete held three competitions during Forge Fest, with each participant tasked to quickly forge out two steak turners, a very simple barbecue tool that could be forged out in a half hour format.

The first was veterans from the Marines, Army, Air Force and Navy (unfortunately the Army vet could not make it the day of the event). The second round was representatives

“Keep your head down, son.” Milek never returned, having flown into an ambush. Whisenant had 100 commemorative coins created to honor the Wall That Heal’s stay in Independence. He donated the first seven in the series to the family of his friend.

After the wall’s five-day stay was over on Sunday, it was quickly disassembled and back on the road that night for its next destination in Orange, California.

operation. Since 2008, it has been owned by national companies and is regulated by Benton County, which gets more than $2 million annually from dumping charges. Today, most of the landfill’s one million annual tons of waste comes from outside of Polk and Benton counties, according to recent reports.

The landfill provides easy access to Polk County haulers and dumpers, but Coffin Butte activities also can impact water quality, among other local issues. This summer, Pat updated the Friends group on

from CTEC, Career Technical Education Center. And the finale involved first responders from Marion and Polk county sheriff’s offices, Salem police and fire departments and the Grand Ronde tribe.

Overall, Navarrete was very pleased with the results of the first ever Forge Fest. He counted at least 135 families that signed in to watch the proceedings.

“I feel it went much better than I was expecting. I was expecting support from the

the current proposal to expand Coffin Butte which has been stalled this year by expert public testimony, a grass roots effort joined by the Friends of Polk County. And lest you think the group is trying to shut down our accessibility to garbage disposal, think again. They also discussed the new transfer station proposed on the former dairy land in Rickreall. They seem to support this non-dumping option, but are tracking it closely to provide input.

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community, but not as much as we got,” Navarrete said. While he hasn’t added up the total donations, he believes a major goal was reached.

“I think we have enough funds to hire a grant writer now. Start looking into state and federal funds,” Navarrete said. “With the CTEC partnership, the support has (tripled). So now, we can not help just the kids and hire instructors but involve the families of kids, as well.”

Polk County Service Members on the Vietnam Memorial Wall

Army Pfc. Harold Eugene Matson, Independence Date of Casualty: Aug. 25 1966

Army Sgt. Harvey Joe Hassler, Monmouth Date of Casualty: June 20 1969

Army Spc. 5 Jack Howard Dillon, Dallas Date of Casualty: July 29 1970

Army Pfc. Michael William Webb, Monmouth

Date of Casualty: May 15 1968

Army Sgt. Russell Glen Blocher, Dallas Date of Casualty: Feb. 7 1971

Army Pvt. Wayne Stephen Murphy, Dallas Date of Casualty: June 25, 1971

Marine Cpl. Wesley Gene Baughman, Dallas Date of Casualty: May 5, 1968

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Prisms Art & Community Center receives T-Mobile Hometown Grant

T-Mobile has announced a Monmouth nonprofit as one of its latest 25 Hometown Grant recipients. The $45,960 grant will go toward expanding the Prisms Art & Community Center, featuring new designated areas — including a dark room for photography and a sensory room — to better support multiple classes, activities and community needs. The project was submitted by Partnerships in Community Living Inc. (PCL), an organization with a mission to expand the horizons and enhance the quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, supporting people to thrive as valued members of their communities, and as

cherished friends and family members.

“PCL’s Prisms Art & Community Center is a tremendous asset to downtown Monmouth and the surrounding area,” said Mayor Cecilia Koontz. “Their commitment to providing an accessible space where all community members feel welcome and included is a perfect extension of the work they do. They draw in people throughout the region, including the family of a mayor in a neighboring county who shares that it is a favorite destination for three generations of their family.

“Through partnerships with local organizations like PCL, the city of Monmouth seeks

A new waste transfer station or expansion of the old has impacts on traffic, roads, neighborhood smells, pests, water quality and a host of other issues which are right up the Friends’ alley. Although this small group has a small legal fund to fight big problems (to donate, check out the webpage), its superpower is its connections and experience. When Polk County folks come to the group with a land-use problem they can’t untangle – and trust me, land-use problems are like hairballs – Pat and her board know people who know people. Their board is intent on ferrying Polk citizens through

to create a vibrant and active downtown, ‘Where Great Things Grow.’ We congratulate them and thank T-Mobile for recognizing Prisms with this grant,” Koontz added.

She said the award supports the city of Monmouth’s ongoing efforts to invest in a connected, creative, and inclusive downtown. With the support of T-Mobile, PCL is excited to continue building a space where everyone belongs — and where great things grow.

The organization was selected from more than 1,100 applicants this round. Across Oregon, T-Mobile has now provided more than $500 000 across 15 cities through the program, including the latest recipient.

the rough waters of regulation using trusty tools called referral and coaching. Although land-use problems in the vortex spin and swirl, one thing about this group has remained stable. No problem seems too small for consideration. For example, at the recent meeting, the group advised a visitor who had a property access problem, clarified farm stand rules,

Since 2021, T-Mobile has invested over $19 million in Hometown Grants to 425 communities across 48 states and Puerto Rico. The program has helped unite people nationwide to make their communities even stronger and has generated:

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Each quarter, T-Mobile awards 25 Hometown Grants to small towns with populations of 50 000 or less.

T-Mobile will present a grant check on at 4 p.m. Sept. 25 PCL, 215 Main St. East.

and made plans for listening sessions (see below), although any regular meeting is open to the public.

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Dallas man dies in Yamhill County auto accident

Devere Eastman, of Dallas, was killed in a single-vehicle accident Sept. 13 in Yamhill County. At 7:24 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a single vehicle crash on Highway 22, near milepost 16, in Yamhill County. Their preliminary investigation indicated Eastman, 45, operating a Dodge Ram 1500, failed to negotiate a curve traveling

eastbound, left the roadway, and struck a tree. Eastman was declared deceased at the scene. The highway was impacted for approximately four hours during the on-scene investigation. Oregon State Police were assisted by Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office, Grand Ronde Tribal Police Department and Grand Ronde Fire.

blueprint for her first novel hitting stores Oct. 10, “Son of the Mountain King.”

“This particular one was my second round of NaNoWriMo.

The story was one that was important to me,” Sykora said. “It sat around for a while. After having kids, I thought it was a good time to rework it, because it was a rough draft. See what happens. Send it out to publishers and see if there was any interest.”

Sykora, living in Dallas with her dentist husband Greg, took another swing at the project after the birth of her second daughter in 2022 refining the draft and learning about the submission process to publishers.

“I wanted to work with somebody who had done this before,” Sykora said, rather than going it alone down the self publishing path.

Pelican Book Group was one she sent three letters to. An editor wrote back interested in her story, but recommended rewriting the main character’s perspective from third person to first person.

“So I thought, why not. Sounds like an interesting challenge,” she said. She rewrote it and resubmitted it. Her editor worked with her to massage it into something that would appeal to her publishing group.

The story is about a young woman who recently became governor of a land who needs to prove herself as a capable, independent ruler without the aid of the imposing Mountain King. Hanging over her head, however, is that she was betrothed to the Mountain King’s son before she was even born. She must navigate both the threat of invading kingdoms and the choice of two paths presented by two new men in her life.

While readers can expect some romance in her novel,

Sykora is quick to assure the book does not fall into the latest trend in literary fiction, the “romantacy.”

“I get very tired of overly romantic scenes in books. I prefer good characters and good plot. There’s just a little love story in there.”

Her tale is even light on the fantasy elements as well. There’s no dragons or wizards.

“More of a knights and kings fantasy fairy tale,” she said.

An avid reader of fantasy classics, Sykora said she was particularly drawn to C.S. Lewis.

“My mom started reading to my sister and I The Chronicles of Narnia when we were very young. And they’ve been a favorite series ever since. I used to read them to my students. … I can’t wait for my girls to be old enough to read them,” Sykora said. She added she was amazed by the allegorical nature of his books. She had a sort of “a ha” moment as a kid while reading “The Lion, the Witch, and The Wardrobe.” When a main character is killed, her mom started hinting at this thing called an allegory.

“Whoa! Lightbulb moment. You can use a story that is a

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great story in of itself to tell a different story at the same time. I think that opened a wardrobe door for me, as well. Realizing you can leave gold nuggets perhaps in stories for people who want to read more in depth into the story,” Sykora said.

She had help along the way fine tuning her tale, getting friends and family to proofread it, while her editor helped be a guiding voice on how to maintain focus.

“Personally, because the book is an allegorical fantasy, there’s a message of hope in there,” she said. “I hope that people who read it can come away with something that is deeper and more important than just a moment of entertainment.”

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Three short presentations will be followed by a question-and answer-session.

“Son of the Mountain King” hits book shelves on Oct. 10, but is available now for preorder online wherever you buy your books, like Amazon and Barnes and Noble.

Sykora plans to schedule readings and partner with independent bookstores for author events.

Sykora, who writes under the nom de plume O.R. Sykora, has already penned the sequel, “Wrath of the Mountain King” which should come out in 2026, with plans of making it a trilogy. Follow announcements for her projects on her Facebook and Instagram under her author’s name O.R. Sykora.

(Benton County); Austin McGuigan, Polk Planning Director; Nic Dahl, applicant for ReHub Polk County, proposed transfer station site at the former Rickreall Dairy property.

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Born on May 6, 1958, in Manchester, New Hampshire, Beatrice (affectionately known as Bea or Bea-Bea) was the daughter of Edward Frisella and Mary McArdle. She spent her childhood in Candia, New Hampshire, before moving to Idaho Falls, Idaho, and eventually settling in the Monmouth, Oregon, area, which became her longtime home.

In her younger years, Bea enjoyed playing softball, basketball, tennis, ice skating and bike riding with her brothers and sisters. After settling in Monmouth, she found joy in gardening, collecting seashells at the beach, going on camping trips and travel adventures with her PCL family (Partnerships in Community Living).

Bea was very social and loved being with people. Bea was special to so many people adding much joy to our lives. She had a special flair for fashion-no outfit was complete without earrings, necklace and bracelet, especially if it was the color purple. Bea also found a spiritual community and enjoyed attending services at the Monmouth Christian Church.

Bea was predeceased by her parents, who were devoted to her care and well-being throughout their lives.

Bea is survived by seven brothers and sisters who loved her dearly - Edward of Somersworth, New Hampshire; Philip (Lisa) of Dunedin, Florida; Daniel of Post Falls, Idaho; Martha Frisella of Prescott, Arizona; Mary Ann Crumley of Cottage Grove, Oregon; Peter (Frances) of Peabody, Massachusetts; and Andrew (Mandi) of North Andover, Massachusetts. She also leaves behind many nieces and nephews.

Her siblings would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to her extended PCL family, especially Shannon, Kacie and Chantee for the love, care and friendship they gave Bea throughout the years.

A service will be held at Monmouth Christian Church on Saturday, Oct. 4 2025, at 10 a.m. with interment to follow at a later date at St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Bedford, New Hampshire.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Beatrice’s memory to: Partnerships in Community Living, Inc. P.O. Box 129 Monmouth, Oregon 97361 (503) 838-2403

Barbara Jean Holman April 9, 1944 - Sept. 6, 2025

Barbara Jean Holman, born April 9 1944, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, went home to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, Sept. 6 2025. She was the third of six beloved children born to Mac and Martha Bowen.

Lola, as Barbara was affectionately known by her family, was a beacon of positivity. Rarely did anyone see her without a smile or kind words. She knew no stranger; everyone was a potential friend. She was generous to a fault and always ready to help with any need, large or small. She was truly selfless.

Barb was her family’s biggest supporter, always bragging about her kid’s and grandkid’s accomplishments. In her mind, no story was told too many times or to enough people. Her heart truly overflowed with pride and joy for those she loved. In her later years, Barb found tremendous comfort driving along her childhood stomping ground of “Fort Hill Road.” Despite losing her daddy at age 11, she cherished her family memories that took place along that long and winding stretch of pavement.

Barbara is survived by her husband of 16 years, Blake Holman, who woke every morning to her beautiful smile and sparkling eyes.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 30 years, Ronald Fry.

Barbara has two children, Mikeal Davis (Donna) and Connie Olliff (Tony), both of Dallas, five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She was blessed with other family members and many friends who will miss her dearly.

Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, Oct. 11 at 11 a.m. at Faith Church in Dallas, Oregon.

Bollman’s Tribute Center is caring for the family.

Edward (Ed) Badgett

Dec. 26, 1939 - Aug. 22, 2025

Edward (Ed) Badgett of Monmouth, Oregon, passed away at home on Aug. 22. Ed was born on Dec. 26, 1939, in Roundup, Montana, to Percy and Marion Badgett. As a young boy the family moved to the Kellogg, Idaho, area. Ed attended schools in Kellogg and graduated from Kellogg High School.

Upon high school graduation, Ed worked and went to college for a couple of years before joining the Navy. After completing his Navy tour, he returned to college and completed his program graduating from the University of Idaho with a bachelor’s degree in education.

During his time in the Navy, Ed courted and married Susan (Sue) Kamppi. Ed and Sue were childhood friends, and even next door neighbors for a while; but then reconnected through letters and visits while Ed was stationed in California with the Navy and Sue was in nursing school in Oregon. They were married on Nov. 20, 1965, in Kellogg, Idaho.

After obtaining his teaching degree, Ed and Sue moved to Salem and then Monmouth in 1971 where he began his 27 year teaching career in the Salem-Keizer Public Schools as a wood working, metals and history teacher. He taught one year at North High School until Sprague High School was opened and taught there until his retirement in June 1998

Ed was a very gregarious person. He would talk to anyone; no one was a stranger to him. While talking to someone, Ed, always the teacher, would share his vast knowledge of trivia facts and history. He was a collector of a variety of things, but especially trivia and tools which he loved tinkering with in his workshop.

Ed is survived by his wife of 59 years, Susan (Sue) Badgett; children Heather Badgett of Woodburn, Thomas (Tom) Badgett of Spokane, and Jeffery (Jeff) and Angela Badgett of Salem; and three granddaughters. He is also survived by his sister, Myrna Caldwell of Pinehurst, Idaho. Ed was preceded in death by his parents, Percy and Marion Badgett. There will be no service; but a celebration of life will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make any donations to the charity of your choice.

Arrangements by Smart Cremations.

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Beatrice L. Frisella

06, 1957 - Sept. 08, 2025

Beatrice L. Frisella, 68, passed away on Sept. 8, 2025, in Monmouth, Oregon.

A tale of two murders

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It never ceases to amaze me what the Trump administration is doing:

- Trump says TV stations that criticize him should lose their license.

- Allowed Air Force Two to be used to transport the body of Charlie Kirk from Utah to Arizona. I’ve always thought this was reserved for dignitaries, politicians, etc.

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- Ordered flags to be flown at half-staff for Charlie Kirk.

(See above)

- Military personnel have been suspended for social media posts tied to Charlie Kirk’s death. Whatever happened to freedom of speech?

- Trump stated he wanted the removal of U.S. Attorney General overseeing probe into Letitia James “alleged” mortgage fraud he could not find any evidence of fraud. After Erik Siebert resigned the position due to pressure from the Trump administration, Trump says he “fired” him.

- The Department of Education halted funding for programs that support students with combined hearing and vision loss in 8 states. The annual cost for this was approximately $1 million dollars. Trump is spending $200 million for new ballroom at the White House.

On a side note, Fox news host Brian Kilmeade stated homeless, mentally ill people who don’t accept services offered should be jailed “or involuntary lethal injection or something. Just kill them”. For God’s sake, how can a news host make a comment like this? Why didn’t he lose his job? I’m guessing compassion is NOT in his vocabulary. As stated by an MSNBC Analyst “hateful rhetoric can lead to hateful actions”.

Clifford Brown Dallas

A Word, Please

By JUNE CASAGRANDE

It has recently come to my attention that I’m a British citizen. I had no idea. My father, from whom I got my last name and not much else, was born in London and spent the first three or so years of his life there. Apparently, according to a U.K. website, that automatically makes me a dual citizen with the full rights and privileges to say things like “pip-pip” and to spell “favorite” with a U.

I will be doing neither.

At the risk of soliciting hate mail, I’ll confess I much prefer American English. The king’s version seems, well, kind of fussy and contrived to me. I mean, grown men saying “pip-pip”? C’mon.

And that’s not just my crude, cola-swilling, chicken-wing-eating ethnocentrism talking. British accents actually are contrived, as I learned from Patricia O’Conner’s fascinating 2009 book “Origins of the Specious.”

“I’m sometimes asked, ‘When did we Americans lose our British accent?’” she writes. “Answer: We didn’t lose it. The British once spoke pretty much as we do. What we think of as

the plummy British accent is a fairly recent happening in a language that welcomes happenings.”

That’s right. All the posh “pish-posh” stuff is the linguistic equivalent of those fascinator hats everyone wore to Kate and William’s wedding — and a convenient way to distance the Brits from their tobacco-chewing, raccoon-skincap wearing offspring.

I should note: I’ve spent years dabbling in Spanish, French, Italian and even Arabic languages. So my linguistic prejudice isn’t a “Speak American, dang it” thing as much as a “‘Bloody’ is an icky intensifier” and “Don’t mess with my pudding” thing. Still, in light of the news, it seems I should know a bit about the King’s English. So I decided to test my knowledge of loos and lorries on Merriam-Webster’s website with “The Great British Vocabulary Quiz.”

Question 1. “Named after Sir Robert Peel, what are British police called?” Well, let’s see. I don’t know what a “sir” is, so I might have guessed “surreys.” But this was a multiple choice quiz, and that wasn’t one of the options. So I went with “robbies.”

Special Moments, Special Memories Part 2

By GARY DEROWITSCH

I’m in my later years. I often find myself thinking about my past, an exercise I’m sure many of us partake in. There are times in my past I seem to remember more often than others, times and events that have made the greatest impression on me as a little boy growing up in Independence. Some of these events are so powerful that they can still find a hidden tear, a burst of laughter, or a very big smile. I would like to share some of these with you, the reader. Maybe, it will provide a magical key that opens a door leading you to some of your own special memories.

A Sprint to paradise

Both the South and North end of Independence Elementary School has three layers of steps from the ground floor to the second floor. The first floor was for

Wrong. The answer was “bobbies.” I should have known that the fuzz, as we call them here, wouldn’t want a name so similar to “robbers.”

Question 2. “Which of these devices is called a ‘lift’ in England? A toaster, a carjack, an elevator, a forklift.” Lifting, it seems to me, is something a robbie would do. But I got this one right nonetheless. It’s an elevator.

Question 3. “While Americans wait in a line, Brits tend to form which of these? A faff, a queue, a pitch, a prat.” As a highly refined and cultured American, I’m a fluent speaker of Simpsons, the cartoon show in which Bart once used a fake British accent to say, “Queue up lads.” So I nailed this one.

Question 4. “Often found in British wallets, ‘quid’ is slang for what?” I was excited to see this question. Finally, I would get some help navigating the murky world of tuppence, thruppence, pence, pounds

grades one through three and the second floor was for fourth through sixth. There was a reason for this, more than one I’m sure, but it was a lot safer for upper grade students to climb and descend the stairs.

Many times I’m sure the teachers may have contested this logic as one thing they could always count on was when the bell rang for recess or the end of school a few of the more daring students, me included, would walk normally until they hit the door separating the classrooms from the stair case, and then it was a sprint, yes sprint, to the bottom. It was an all out race to see who could get down the stairs the quickest. It was common to hear teachers yelling, “WALK DON’T RUN.”

As dangerous as this appeared, I never heard of one student falling or hurting themselves. As an adult I recently visited my old

(kilograms?) and pounds sterling. No such luck. The correct answer was just “money,” which I knew already.

Question 5. “A Brit who’s headed to the loo is going where? The bathroom, Scotland Yard, the garden, the garage.” As someone who grew up in hard-drinking semi-rural Florida, my definition of “bathroom” is rather fluid. So I wanted to answer “all of the above.” MerriamWebster, however, didn’t agree.

stopping grounds and stood at the bottom of the stairs at the North End. Looking up I marveled at just how fast we would descend those steps with the confidence of a Mountain Goat.

I’m sure teachers and students alike held their breath at this spectacle but like always the mad dash to the bottom ended safely. One time in particular I was sprinting down the stairs thinking all was clear when on the last steps there to my shock was Mrs. Hughes the sixth grade teacher. (I was in the fifth grade at the time) She grabbed my ear and marched me back up the stairs to my teacher, Mrs Vaughter and while pinching and pulling my ear declared to her that this juvenile delinquent will never make anything of himself.

“Keep an eye on him,” she warned and then let go.

Did it hurt? Yes, but not as much as having to walk back

The questions got tougher from there, asking about “noughts and crosses” (say what?), “wellies,” “hard cheese” (another one I got right thanks to my fluency in Simpsons), “chuffed,” “biro” “dogsbody” and “boffin” (which apparently has no relation to or relations with a similar American English slang term). In the end, I got 12 out of 17 correct, which the quiz bafflingly ranked as 3,540 out of 6,900 I guess that means now

up the stairs as my classmates came walking down laughing at my capture. Next year, Mrs. Hughes was my sixth grade teacher who turned out to be one of the best teachers I ever had. I visited her years later when she was working at Henry Hill Middle School and reminded her of that day when she grabbed my ear and marched me up the stairs to Mrs Vaughter declaring I would never make anything of myself. She said she remembered and then just smiled. I think we both knew instantly she did the right thing. Sadly, a teacher doing that today would be called on the carpet.

Final Thought…I wonder if kids still practice that daring exercise. Gary Derowitsch retired from the Post Office in Monmouth after 33 years. He still lives in Monmouth.

I’ll have to work on my “maths.”

— June Casagrande is the author of “The Joy of Syntax: A Simple Guide to All the Grammar You Know You Should Know.” She can be reached at JuneTCN@aol.com.

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• On Oct. 6, 1927, “The Jazz Singer,” a part-talkie film featuring six songs by Al Jolson, debuted in theaters, marking the end of cinema’s silent film era even though it only contained about two actual minutes of synchronized dialogue.

• On Oct. 7, 1944, several hundred prisoners in the Nazi death camps of Auschwitz-Birkenau revolted and destroyed most of the gas chambers and crematoria in which they were forced to work. A small number of Nazi officers were killed in the struggle, but after a brief escape, the perpetrators were captured and executed.

• On Oct. 8, 1871, the Peshtigo Fire, today considered the most devastating fire in American history, started in Wisconsin, killing about 1,200 people and consuming 2 billion trees. Despite its massive scale, however, the smaller Great Chicago Fire, which began later that night, dominated newspaper headlines over the next days.

• On Oct. 9, 1635, Roger Williams was banished from the Massachusetts Bay Colony by the General Court of Massachusetts for protesting the right of civil authorities to punish religious dissension and to confiscate Native American land. He went on to found present-day Providence, Rhode Island, with assistance from the Narragansett tribe.

• On Oct. 10, 1973, less than a year before Richard M. Nixon’s resignation as President of the United States, his vice president, Spiro Agnew, resigned in disgrace, pleading no contest to a charge of federal income tax evasion in exchange for dropped charges of political corruption. He was fined $10,000, sentenced to three years’ probation, and disbarred by the Maryland Court of Appeals.

• On Oct. 11, 1962, Pope John XXIII convened an ecumenical council of the Roman Catholic Church for the first time in 92 years, in the hope of bringing a spiritual rebirth to Catholicism as well as fostering greater unity among other branches of Christianity.

• On Oct. 12, 1945, Private First Class Desmond T. Doss of Lynchburg, Virginia, became America’s first conscientious objector to receive the Medal of Honor for outstanding bravery as a combat medic.

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1.GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: The children’s novel “Black Beauty” is about what kind of animal?

2. MOVIES: Which actor narrates the 1980s film “Stand by Me”?

3. GEOGRAPHY: Which world city is home to Saint Basil’s Cathedral?

4. U.S. CITIES: Which major U.S. city sits on top of a working salt mine that has been operating since 1910? 5. LITERATURE: What is the name of the country where “The Hunger Games” takes place? 6. MATH: How many sides does a trapezoid have? 7. ASTRONOMY: How long does it take for light from the Sun to reach Earth?

8. ANIMAL KINGDOM: How many legs does a lobster have? 9. TELEVISION: Which TV drama always begins with a meeting and the warning, “Let’s be careful out there”? 10. LANGUAGE: How many letters are in the English alphabet? Answers 1. A horse. 2. Richard Dreyfuss. 3. Moscow, Russia.

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“Hill Street Blues.”

Business leaders say Oregon has more red tape than other states, leaving firms susceptible to recruitment

Mia MALDONADO

Oregon Capital Chronicle

House Republicans saw the bill before them near the end of the legislative session as yet another regulation that would make manufacturing harder and stifle Oregon’s competitiveness.

The measure, which is set to take effect later this month, will expand the definition of public works and require businesses to pay the state’s prevailing wage for off-site construction work done for public works projects — things like boiler systems, ornamental iron work and roofing that could be made elsewhere and brought to a construction site.

It passed the House on a bare minimum 31-22 vote, and with warnings from Republicans including Rep. Vikki Breese-Iverson, R-Prineville, that the bill would push manufacturing jobs out of Oregon. BreeseIverson cited her district’s experience losing door manufacturing facility Owens Corning, which had just announced plans to shut its Prineville plant and lay off 184 workers.

“This might mean I lose more people in my community, and if you’re familiar with my district you know that they are looking in Idaho, not Oregon,” she said. “… This particular bill will keep this trend going with one more, and one more, and one more Oregon manufacturer leaving our great state.”

It’s a common argument from legislative Republicans and business groups, who have pointed to recent headlines like coffee chain Dutch Bros moving its headquarters from Grants Pass to Arizona and Beaverton-based

Tektronix, once the state’s largest employer, moving to North Carolina, as proof that the state is unwelcoming to business.

But research shows many businesses aren’t fleeing so much as they’re expanding out of state after getting recruited. And some business leaders say the state’s higher taxes, duplicative regulations and limited industrial land make companies susceptible to leaving.

A report earlier this year from Business Oregon, the state’s economic development agency, alongside researchers at the University of Oregon’s Institute for Policy Research and Engagement found that 68% of businesses that had been contacted by recruiters did eventually expand out of state. As businesses eye other states for expansion, Oregon loses thousands of potential jobs and private investment.

“It’s just an insane success rate for recruitment efforts,” Business Oregon Economist Damon Runberg told the Capital Chronicle. “We don’t see that level of success in the recruitment world, but it seemed almost like a lot of these businesses were ready to expand, and it just took a little bit of a nudge for them to go elsewhere.”

The Beaver State — once ranked among the top half of U.S. states — continues to slide down CNBC’s annual “Best States for Business” list — from 21st place in 2023 28th place in 2024 to 39th place in July.

That doesn’t mean Oregon is losing its entrepreneurial spirit, Bob Parker, the study’s lead researcher, said in a phone interview. He noted that each month thousands

of new businesses register with the Secretary of State’s Office. The number of active businesses has actually increased from 515 000 in 2023 to almost 540 000 businesses in 2025, according to state records.

“It is remarkably easy to set up a business in Oregon relative to other states,” Parker said. “The state doesn’t have a license fee and there’s not a sales tax. So that’s a big plus that Oregon’s got going for it. The challenge for Oregon really ends up not being a recruitment challenge, but a retention challenge.”

A statewide issue

Out-of-state business recruiters are focusing on traded-sector companies, or businesses that manufacture in Oregon and sell their products elsewhere, according to the study.

This includes mostly tech and manufacturing firms, Parker said. Many of the companies surveyed wanted to stay in Oregon, but the financial costs made it difficult to justify, he said. Instead, they expanded to states with lower taxes such as Idaho, Texas and Utah.

The study surveyed nearly 400 businesses statewide. Of the respondents, 43% said Oregon is either a good or excellent place to do business, while 57% of respondents said it is fair or poor, citing concerns about cost of living, taxes, economic conditions and crime and homelessness.

A spokesperson for House Minority Leader Christine Drazan did not respond to the Capital Chronicle’s request for comment, but she previously said taxes and strict regulations are why businesses are growing beyond state lines.

“This report concluded what House Republicans have been saying all along: To strengthen our economy, our state must support businesses by improving incentives and cutting taxes and regulatory burdens,” Drazan said in April.

CNBC’s July rankings also placed Oregon 47th in the nation for “business friendliness,” just above New York, New Jersey and California.

Every time the Beaver State drops in rankings, it makes it easier for out-of-state recruiters to convince Oregon firms to expand elsewhere, Eugene Chamber of Commerce CEO Brittany Quick-Warner said in an interview.

Quick-Warner said Oregon has a history of duplicating business regulations. Oregon’s land use laws, which require cities to go through an expensive and time-consuming process to expand their urban growth boundaries, or the invisible state-approved line around a city limiting where and how it can grow, before annexing and developing new industrial land, can delay projects for years or even decades.

“Companies that want to grow or invest in new equipment can’t find available property with proper infrastructure,” she said.

The state’s corporate activity tax is especially burdensome for small businesses because it is applied to revenue rather than profit, she said. The tax applies to businesses with more than $1 million in taxable commercial activity, taxing them $250 plus 0 57% of taxable commercial activity above $1 million.

“Small businesses might bring in a million dollars a year, but their expenses are $990,000,” she said. “They’re being taxed as though they made a million bucks.”

Chambers in southern and suburban Oregon share similar concerns. Eli Matthews, CEO of the Chamber of Medford and Jackson County, said that the state needs to make a stronger push to market itself as “open for business.”

“I think Salem needs to get the perspective right that business in Oregon needs to be a top priority.” he said. “It’d be great to have big businesses move to Oregon, but I think it’s going to take a lot on the statewide level to change that perception.”

In Beaverton, Chamber CEO Alicia Bermes said she hasn’t heard from members planning to leave the state but noted that most of the businesses that dropped out of the chamber had closed altogether because they weren’t making a profit.

Bermes said she’s asked legislators to not make it harder for businesses or create another tax, noting Beaverton’sis 95% small businesses — meaning most businesses have fewer than 50 employees.

“We’re number one in saying caring words,” she said. “However, how do you do that and keep businesses? Our businesses want to be socially responsible, but they also want to thrive. And I think you can do both things.”

Governor says she’s committed to growing business

Gov. Tina Kotek’s office said she is committed to improving the state’s business climate.

“The governor firmly believes we should be doing everything we can to retain and recruit businesses,” spokeswoman Roxy Mayer told the Capital Chronicle. “She is committed to using every tool at her disposal to make Oregon a place where businesses want to locate and grow.”

Kotek alongside Portland officials called for a threeyear pause on new taxes in the Portland metro area, and she worked with Portland Mayor Keith Wilson to waive development fees for housing projects over the three years. She has also directed dollars through Business Oregon and the Governor’s Strategic Reserve Fund to support companies that create and retain jobs.

Mayer said the governor views economic growth as linked to broader quality-of-life issues.

“A solid economy and thriving business environment depend on every person having access to a stable and safe home, healthcare when it’s needed and a quality public education system,” Mayer said.

https://oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2025/09/12/ oregons-business-reputation-has-taken-a-hit-are-businesses-really-leaving/ Oregon Capital Chronicle is part of States Newsroom, a network of news bureaus supported by grants and a coalition of donors as a 501c(3) public charity. Oregon Capital Chronicle maintains editorial independence. Contact Editor Lynne Terry for questions: info@oregoncapitalchronicle. com.

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Five tips for busy parents to reduce stress

Parenting is a rewarding journey, and it can also be a source of stress.

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, while some stress can motivate and build resilience, excessive stress without healthy coping mechanisms can lead to harmful effects on physical and mental health.

Here are a few tips to reduce stress and embrace mindful parenting:

1. Prioritize self-care: Carving out time for yourself isn’t selfish — it’s essential. Whether it’s a quiet cup of coffee in the morning or a short evening walk, these moments recharge your batteries, making you more present for your family.

2. Connect with your children: Dedicate quality time to engage with your kids without distractions. This strengthens your bond and provides a sense of fulfillment. Pediatricians recommend 15 to 30 minutes of dedicated time for a meaningful impact.

3. Build a support network: Don’t hesitate to reach out to friends, family or support groups. Sharing experiences and seeking advice can provide new perspectives and emotional relief.

4. Maintain healthy routines: Establish consistent routines for meals, bedtime and activities. Predictability provides a sense of security for you and your children.

5. Seek professional help when needed: If stress becomes overwhelming, consider consulting a mental health professional. They can offer strategies tailored to your situation.

Parenting is a journey, not a destination. It’s about making small, intentional changes that lead to a more balanced and joyful family life.

Two mourners take a moment of silence in front of the Wall that Heals.

Billy Whisenant, Marine Vietnam Veteran and Cmdr. of the American Legion Post 33, reads a poem that he wrote to his sister after the war during the Wall That Heals opening ceremony Sept. 18.

Dana Clay plays taps at the end of the opening Ceremony for the Wall That Heals.

Cathy Miller, Walls That Heals Program Manager, helps Benny Williams, of Salem, get a rubbing of the name of his wife’s nephew killed in Vietnam.

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Falls City at Livingstone Academy, 6 p.m.

Dallas coach wants even more from his top-ranked team

By LANCE MASTERSON For The Itemizer-Observer

Dallas head coach Andy Jackson isn’t one to let his undefeated and top-ranked football team rest on its laurels, not when there’s work to be done.

Despite three dominating wins in as many tries, Jackson made it clear after Friday’s game, a 35-8 thumping of Corvallis in the teams’ Mid-Willamette Conference opener, that pursuit of excellence will continue.

“I love the way our kids battle. They show up every night ready to fight. That’s the expectation, and they embrace it,” Jackson said. “But I think we have a ways to go. We’re riding too high and too low throughout the game. We need more consistency.”

According to Jackson, inconsistency showed up on both sides of the ball against the Spartans. The Dragons had moments where they clicked, the coach added, yet

there were still missed assignments, mental errors and breakdowns in execution.

“We had plays on offense, defense and special teams where we dropped our level,” the coach said. “Our standard is high, and we’re chasing something elite. That goes for coaches and players alike.”

One wonders just how good the Dragons (1-0, 3-0 overall) will be if their level of excellence is raised. After all, they routed Churchill, 30-6, and Ida B. Wells, 65-0, in the season’s first two games, and have outscored their opponents 130-14 overall.

Against the Spartans, the outcome was never in doubt.

The Dragons led 31-0 at half and scored on the opening drive of the second half.

Much of the second half was played with a running clock.

Dragons’ quarterback Thomas Hess completed 7-of14 passes for 98 yards and a touchdown to receiver Noah Rautio.

Dallas did most of its damage on the ground, however.

Running back Aidan Galusha added two scores while Hunter Rivers and Landon Holbrook each scored a TD.

As a team, the Dragons powered their way to 178 yards

on 28 carries, and a net total of 295 yards on 42 plays.

Galusha and Rivers also overpowered on defense. The linebackers combined for 16 tackles, including three sacks, two tackles for loss, and two forced fumbles.

Jacoby Morrison, Carson Atterbury and Israel Mabry also played well, their coach said. The trio combined for 19 tackles, with Morrison adding a team-high three sacks.

When asked what he wants to see from his team next week at South Albany, the coach doubled-down on his earlier statement.

“Consistency across the board,” Jackson said. “We’re happy with (tonight’s) win of course, but our kids know we’re back to work on Monday. We’re not waiting until Week 9 or the playoffs to clean things up.”

Any team in the MWC, including the RedHawks (0-1 1-2 overall), is capable of pulling off an upset, Jackson said.

South Albany is “always well-coached on defense and runs the ball well.

Their coach, Jeff Louber, is someone I respect a lot. We expect a good, physical football game and we’ll be ready,” Jackson said. Conference play will prove tougher than preseason, according to the OSAA. Five of seven teams in the MWC are ranked in Class 5A’s top 10: Dallas at number one, Silverton at two, Corvallis at seven, Central at eight, and West Albany at 10 In the rout against Ida B. Wells, Holbrook rushed for 110 yards and three touchdowns on nine carries, while Rivers made the most of his three carries, netting 56 yards and two scores. Rivers also dominated on defense, as he led the team with 10 tackles. Chase Eriksen added two interceptions, Zack Nelson a fumble recovery, and Rautio and Mabry one sack each. Friday’s game at South Albany begins at 7 p.m. The Dragons then return home to host Central on Friday, Oct. 3

Wolves dominate Sul Ross State in LSC opener, 66-3

WOU ATHLETICS

The Western Oregon football team had its largest margin of victory since 1934 as it opened Lone Star Conference play with a 66-3 victory over Sul Ross State Sept. 20 at McArthur Field.

The Wolves (2-1 overall, 1-0 LSC) forced five turnovers, scored on all eight of their red zone chances and held the Lobos (0-3) to 141 yards of offense - including 31 yards rushing on 34 attempts.

WOU forced a turnover on the first play of the game as SRSU fumbled the opening kickoff and the Wolves recovered on the Lobo 19. Five plays later, Jermaine Land scored from six yards out to make it 7-0

SRSU appeared they may answer as they drove the ball down to the WOU 15, but the Wolves again forced a fumble and stopped the drive. The Wolves quickly made their way down field and scored on a Cody Hall 18-yard touchdown reception from Jordan McCarty to make it 14-0

Three plays into the next drive, Nino Gama picked off a pass and ran it back 17 yards for a touchdown for WOU to push the lead

to 21-0 with 4:32 left in the first. After forcing a punt on SRSU’s next drive, McCarty hit Terayon Sweet for a 15-yard touchdown just 46 seconds into the second quarter to make it 28-0

The Wolves made it 35-0 after Cyris Taylor blocked a punt and Terayon Sweet was there to scoop it up and score. The Lobos added a field goal just before the end of the first half but a McCarty 1-yard touchdown run, McCarty 3-yard touchdown pass to Jaydan Burns, a McCarty 10-yard touchdown pass to Isaiah Rickard and an Armaad Hubbard touchdown run in the first 16 minutes of the first half made it 63-3 with 14 minutes remaining in the contest. The Wolves added a Logan South 26-yard field goal to close out the scoring. Joseph Northcutt was a terror on defense for the Wolves, finishing with four tackles, 1 5 sacks, 2 5 tackles for a loss, a forced fumble and four quarterback hurries. Tyler McAfee led the Wolves with six tackles. Dylan Camp added his second interception of the season as well for WOU.

McCarty finished 12-for18 passing for 220 yards and four touchdowns while also

out in the

PHOTO BY LANCE MASTERSON

The Dragons’ Aidan Galusha finds an opening during Friday’s win over Corvallis. Providing the blocks are Hunter Rivers (15) and Israel Mabry (52).

rushing for another score. Land led the team with 52 yards rushing while Hall led

WOU with three catches for 65 yards and a score. The Wolves return to action next Saturday at West Texas A&M.

PHOTO BY SMY PHOTOGRAPHY

Western junior receiver Jayen Burns catches a three-yard touchdown pass from Jordon McCarty to help the Wolves rout Sul Ross State 66-3.

PHOTO BY SMY PHOTOGRAPHY

Dallas senior running back Landon Holbrook (5) scampers for a short gain against Corvallis Friday. He would later go on to score a touchdown, helping the Dragons defeat the Spartans 35-8.

50 years ago

Wednesday, Sept. 17, 1975

Dallas City Council keeps system charge

By a 5-2 vote the Dallas City Council voted Monday night to deny a request by Mrs. M.L. Vickery to exempt her from a systems development charge in the expansion of her mobile home court.

The charge would total $160 for every trailer she moved into her new mobile home area.

Mrs. Vickery requested relief from the charge because the $8,000 she has reportedly already spent to bring sewer line to the mobile home property. She said because of the exceptionally long connection and expense already needed she should be exempt from a further charge.

School delayed at Grand Ronde

At the regular school board meeting Sept. 8, at

Grand Ronde, John Henslee, the architect, gave his final report. He explained the various changes that had been made in the plans and the budget during the building process. The original amount of $932,400 grew to an expenditure of $1 044 214 79 and the latest revenue is $1 048 934 (result of interest and a federal kitchen grant). The building is almost finished, but concrete sidewalks are yet to be added around the back sides of the building.

Dragons halt Huskies in nonleague

The hosting Dallas High Dragons blasted the talented but mistake-prone Sweet Home Huskies Friday evening 27-14 before a good sized home town crowd.

The locals opened a 13-0 gap in the first quarter, watched the visitors narrow the lead to 13-8 by halftime, but then put the game away in the third with another two-touchdown explosion.

Sweet Home tallied again

with 6:21 remaining in the game but the outcome was never in doubt.

40 Years Ago

Wednesday, Sept. 18, 1985

Numbers go up at Dallas High School

Inside the hallways of Dallas High School, an unusually high number of incoming students this year is especially noticeable at one crowded intersection.

Last year at this time about 797 students were enrolled

at the high school, with 586 making up the top three grades. This year has seen an increase in the top three grades to more than 600, while the freshman class is the largest of all at about 240

Parents start up DHS booster club

House is a family owned business that has become a true gem of the Willamette Valley. Their cidery is both a gathering place and a destination, welcoming visitors, supporting local farmers, and attracting tourism that helps diversify and grow the local economy. Their products are not only enjoyed at the cidery but can also be found at

retailers like New Seasons and ordered online, allowing their high-quality ciders to reach a wide audience. What sets them apart is their deep commitment to community, ethical business practices, and a passion for creating something that reflects the best of the region.”

In the writeup for Max’s Booch Entrepreneur of the Year, SEDCOR wrote: This award spotlights an emerging small business that has transformed a bold idea into a thriving venture. Max’s Booch, founded by Max Ransom, is handcrafted in

Think what it would be like if all the activities in Dallas schools gained the strong support the football team garners - one local resident has started a group with just that purpose. The Dallas Booster Club, a group started by Lonnie Baller of Baller’s Family Restaurant, has close to 75 families singed up after one membership meeting and a membership drive and raffle at Friday’s football game against Oregon City.

the commercial kitchen at Indy Commons — a hub for local food entrepreneurs in Independence—and brewed with organic tea from Minto Island Tea. In just the past year, the business has secured shelf space at LifeSource Natural Foods and E.Z. Orchards, while also becoming a favorite at the Salem Community Markets and Turner Night Market. That resilience, paired with a commitment to community and quality, has made Max’s Booch a standout example of entrepreneurship in the region.

Ballas, who was one of the original founders of the Panther Club at Central High School, said

This week’s Flashback is from Sept. 25, 1985: AMONG THOSE who gathered Saturday to watch or put up a restored wooden

pillaster at Lovelady House were (from left) Tanya Vogle, Joey Dvorak, J.P. Morgan, Jennifer Woodruff, Anna Dvorak, Abby Dvorak, Bobby Morgan, Adair Williamson, Michell Webb (back row) Bill Francis.

Community Calendar Sept. 24- Oct. 1

Wednesday, Sept. 24

8 a.m. - Yoga, Monmouth Senior Community Center

8:30 a.m. - Mayor of Independence Office Hours, stop by and share your thoughts, ideas, and questions, City Hall, 555 South Main St.

9 a.m. - Stretch Exercise, Monmouth Senior Community Center

10 a.m. - Tai Chi with John, Monmouth Senior Community Center

10 a.m. - 4-Handed Pinochle/Card/Table Games, Dallas Area Senior Center

10 a.m. - Free Computer Basics: Google Email, Monmouth Public Library, 168 Ecols St. S.

10:30 a.m. - Little Bitty Storytime, Dallas Public Library, 950 Main St.

10:30 a.m. - Story Time with Miss Jo, Independence Library, 175 Monmouth St.

11 a.m. - Mah-Jongg, Dallas Area Senior Center

11 a.m. - Lunch with Meals on Wheels, Monmouth Senior Community Center

12 p.m. - Watch Repair & Knife Sharpening, Monmouth Senior Community Center

1 p.m. - Ten Minute Writing, Monmouth Senior Community Center

1 p.m. - Birthday Celebration for September Bdays, Dallas Area Senior Center

4 p.m. - Dallas Buildings and Grounds Committee meeting, City Hall, 187 SE Court St.

4 p.m. - Connecting Loose Threads for Charity, Monmouth Senior Community Center

4 p.m. - Dallas Public Administration Committee meeting, City Hall, 187 SE Court St.

5:30 p.m. - Municipal Court Arraignments, City Hall, 555 South Main St., Independence Thursday, Sept. 25

8 a.m. - Yoga, Monmouth Senior Community Center

9 a.m. - Seniors Trip to Swan Island Dahlia Festival, meet at Monmouth Senior Community Center

Community Orchestra seeks new members

The Dallas Community Orchestra invites musicians of all ages and all ability levels who can perform on brass, strings, woodwinds and percussion instruments. Dallas Community Orchestra is an opportunity for musicians to come together for musical growth and community camaraderie. Weekly rehearsals are Tuesdays, beginning Sept. 30 from 7-8:15 p.m. at the Dallas Alliance Church, 775 E. Ellendale Ave. The first concert is at 7 p.m. Dec. 15 at Evangelical Bible Church. For more information, contact the directors, Sheri English (719) 924-6137 or Tim English (503) 998-3234

LDS Church hosts family history training Sept. 25

Lora M. Monroe and Cooper Hollow Ward

Members present Family History Training at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 25 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 1401 SW 13th St., in Dallas. For more information or to sign up, go to https://bit. ly/477iSGy.

10 a.m. - Cards/table games, Dallas Area Senior Center

10 a.m. - Calvary Chapel Dallas Sewing and Craft group meeting, 628 SE Jefferson St.

10 a.m. - Master Gardener Chat: Seed Saving, Monmouth Senior Community Center

10:15 a.m. - Low Impact

Exercise, Dallas Area Senior Center

10:30 a.m. - Bounces & Rhymes, Monmouth Public Library, 168 Ecols St. S.

11 a.m. - Grief 101 Class, Monmouth Senior Community Center

11:10 a.m. - Low Impact Exercise, Dallas Area Senior Center

11:30 a.m. - Lunch Bunch, Dallas Area Senior Center

12 p.m. - Pinochle, Monmouth Senior Community Center

12 p.m. - Dallas Economic Development Commission meeting, City Hall, 187 SE Court St

12 p.m. - Bridge, Dallas Area Senior Center

12:45 p.m. - South Dallas Urban Renewal District Advisory Committee meeting, City Hall, 187 SE Court St.

1 p.m. - Needle Craft Group, Monmouth Senior Community Center

1:30 p.m. - 10-Minute Writing, Dallas Area Senior Center

6 p.m. - Trivia & Vino at Elysium, Elysium Botanicals Wines and Vineyard, 8175 Buena Vista Road, Independence

6:30 p.m. - Connecting Loose Threads, Monmouth Senior Community Center

Friday, Sept. 26

7:30 a.m. - Seniors Hiking Club Trip to Baskett Slough, meet at Monmouth Senior Community Center

8 a.m. - Yoga, Monmouth Senior Community Center

9 a.m. - Stretch exercise, Monmouth Senior Community Center

10 a.m. - Brunk Farmstead Tours, 5705 Salem Dallas Hwy NW

Project Gear Box hosts charity dinner, auction Sept. 25

Project Gear Box invites the community to suit Up for the Season Dinner & Auction — a night of community, inspiration, and impact — from 6:30-8 p.m. Sept. 25 at the Independence Hotel Atrium, located at 201 Osprey Lane in Independence. There will be complimentary dinner and drinks, high-energy entertainment emceed by Hype Girl Jazz and live music by Drey Tucker, and an auction to help kids gear up for their season. Seats are limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot at www.projectgearboxor. org/new-page.

Dallas hosts Bigfoot, BBQ & Brews Sept. 27-28

The Dallas Area Chamber of Commerce presents Bigfoot, BBQ and Brews, from 10 a.m. Sept. 27 through 8 p.m. Sept. 28 in Dallas City Park. Walk the paths to shop the vendors. Take advantage of inclusive activities, BBQ contests, bouncy castles and beer. There will be local business specials and highlights, live music, activities and a relaxing beer garden. For more information, contact

10 a.m. – Art Workshop/ Cards, Dallas Area Senior Center

10 a.m. - Drawing for fun/ writer’s workshop, Monmouth Senior Community Center

10 a.m. - Gardening Class, Dallas Area Senior Center

12 p.m. - Watch repair clinic, Dallas Area Senior Center

1 p.m. - Tai Chi with Cheryl, Monmouth Senior Community Center

1:30 p.m. - Jewelry making, Monmouth Senior Community Center

2 p.m. - Free English Second Language classes at the Dallas Library, 950 Main St.

4 p.m. - Youth Coding League, Independence Public Library, 175 Monmouth St.

5:30 p.m. - Bingo hot dog, - Dallas Area Senior Center

6 p.m. - Bingo - Dallas Area Senior Center

6:30 p.m. - Alcoholics

Anonymous Friday Night Meeting, Salt Creek Baptist Church, Dallas

6:30 p.m. - Acoustic Music Jam, Guthrie Park, 4320

Kings Valley Highway S.

7 p.m. - Live Comedy: Friday Funnies at Elysium, Elysium Botanicals Wines and Vineyard, 8175 Buena Vista Road, Independence

7:30 p.m. - Alcoholics

Anonymous Speaker Meeting, Dallas Church, 450 SE Washington St.

Saturday, Sept. 27

8 a.m. - Dallas Area Senior Center Board of Directors

Meeting

9 a.m. - Dallas Farmers Market, 850 S Main St.

9 a.m. - Independence Farmers Market, Umpqua Bank parking lot

10 a.m. - Community Craft Day, Monmouth Senior Community Center

10 a.m. - Brunk Farmstead Tours, 5705 Salem Dallas Highway NW

6 p.m. - Live Music: The Shinkles, Elysium Botanicals Wines and Vineyard, 8175 Buena Vista Road, Independence

7 p.m. - Moonfall Goes to the Movies, 11140 Orrs

Corner Road, Rickreall, purchase tickets at the Dallas Library or online at bit.ly/ moonfall97371

7 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous Saturday Night Live, Faith Lutheran Church, 200 Monmouth-Independence Highway, Monmouth

Sunday, Sept. 28

8 a.m. - Yoga in the Park, Main Street Park, 120 Main St. E., Monmouth

10 a.m. - Cultural Harvest Collective Market, Main Street Park, 120 Main St. E.

10 a.m. - Paul Thompson Auction, preview starts at 9 a.m., Building C, Polk County Fairgrounds, 520 S. Pacific Hwy. West

7 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous Monmouth Big Book Study, Faith Lutheran Church, 200 MonmouthIndependence Highway, Monmouth

Monday, Sept. 29

7 a.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous Serenity at 7, Life Center Foursquare Church, 437 D St., Independence

8 a.m. - Yoga, Monmouth Senior Community Center

9 a.m. - Stretch Exercise, Monmouth Senior Community Center

10 a.m. - Rotating Pinochle, Dallas Area Senior Center

10 a.m. - Alzheimer’s Support Group, Dallas Public Library

10 a.m. - Cribbage/ASL Class/Card Making with Jen/ Lunch with Meals on Wheels, Monmouth Senior Community Center

11 a.m. - Card Making w/Jen, Monmouth Senior Community Center

11 a.m. - Lunch w/Meals On Wheels, Monmouth Senior Community Center

12 p.m. - Bridge, Dallas Area Senior Center

12 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous Noon Step Study, Grace Baptist Church, 1855 E Ellendale Ave., Dallas

12 p.m. - Movie Matinee: “West Side Story”, Monmouth Senior Community Center

Community Briefs

dallasbigfoot@dallasoregon. org.

Bigfoot, BBQ and Brews seeks barbecue competitors Calling all barbecue competitors. The Dallas Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking participants for their first ever amateur barbecue competition at the Bigfoot, BBQ & Brews event Sept. 27 Grand prize is a Mak grill valued at $2,500, with second and third place prizes available. The cost to enter is $149. Fill out an application at www.eventeny.com/events/ vendor/?id=24881. All team members must have a food handler’s card. Apply at www. orfoodhandlers.com. For more information, email dallasbigfoot@dallasoregon.org.

History & Mystery

Walk returns Oct. 3

The History and Mystery Walk returns to Monmouth Oct. 3. Join the city of Monmouth in Main Street Park at 7 p.m. for a fun-filled evening listening to stories about what life in Monmouth was like in days gone by. Storytellers dressed in costume will be stationed at various downtown businesses to share quirky tales with a

1 p.m. - Technology Help with Ian, Monmouth Senior Community Center

4 p.m. - Youth Coding League, Independence Public Library, 175 Monmouth St. 4 pm - Karaoke, Dallas Area Senior Center

6:30 p.m. - New Horizons Orchestra, Monmouth Senior Community Center

Tuesday, Sept. 30

8 a.m. - Yoga, Monmouth Senior Community Center

9 a.m. - Wii Bowling/ Intermediate Stretch Exercise, Monmouth Senior Community Center

9 a.m. - Meet volunteers from Friends of Delbert Hunter Arboretum at the Arboretum Center to maintain arboretum grounds, coffee break at 10:30 a.m., Dallas City Park

9:30 a.m. - Walking Club, Monmouth Senior Community Center

10 a.m. - Financial Education, Dallas Area Senior Center

10 a.m. - Grand Activity Days/Kitchen Science Class, Monmouth Senior Community Center

10 a.m. - Cards/Table Games, Dallas Area Senior Center

10:15 a.m., - Low Impact Exercise, Dallas Area Senior Center

10:30 a.m. - Children’s Storytime, for ages 5 and under, Dallas Public Library, 950 Main St. 10:30 a.m. - Family Storytime, Monmouth Public Library, 168 Ecols Street S 10:30 a.m. - Circle of Friends, Dallas Area Senior Center

11:10 a.m. - Low Impact Exercise, Dallas Area Senior Center

12 p.m. - Pinochle, Monmouth Senior Community Center

1 p.m. - Healthy Soul, Dallas Area Senior Center

5:30 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous Tuesday Grace, Grace Baptist Church, 1855 E Ellendale Ave., Dallas

6 p.m. - Senior Housing Speaker Series Part One: Documentary screening of

variety of interesting facts about Monmouth’s history, including a few spooky and mysterious stories thrown in to celebrate the upcoming Halloween holiday. The historic MaMere’s Guest House will also be giving free tours of their lovingly restored inn that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. If you are interested in volunteering or learning more about the event, contact Suzanne Dufner at sdufner@ ci.monmouth.or.us or (503) 751-0147

Ghost Walk returns to Independence Oct. 4

The Independence Ghost Walk, a free community event hosted by the Heritage Museum, returns Oct. 4

Pick up a Ghost Walk map at either the Umpqua Bank parking lot or Riverview Park by the fountain. Arrive early and enjoy a meal at one of our downtown restaurants. Apparition Avenue is from 4-6 p.m. A pre-ghost walk event where guests can explore off-the-beaten-path locations just a few blocks from Main Street. Don’t miss the vendors by the fountain while you’re there.

“No Place to Grow Old”, Monmouth Senior Community Center

7:30 p.m. - Alcoholics

Anonymous Old Guthrie Park, Guthrie Park Community Center, 4320 Kings Valley Highway, Dallas

Wednesday, Oct. 1

8 a.m. - Monmouth Police Department’s Coffee with a Cop, The Sippery, 169 Main St. W.

8 a.m. - Yoga, Monmouth Senior Community Center

8:30 a.m. - Mayor of Independence Office Hours, stop by and share your thoughts, ideas, and questions, City Hall, 555 South Main St. 9 a.m. - Stretch Exercise, Monmouth Senior Community Center 10 a.m. - Tai Chi with John, Monmouth Senior Community Center 10 a.m. - Free Computer Class: Google Drive, Monmouth Public Library, 168 Ecols

The Rickreall Event Hall hosts their Annual Fall Vendor Sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 5-6 at 305 Nesmith Road, in Rickreall. Lots of Crafts, collectibles, homemade, handmade, new and vintage items, and lots more. There will also be activities, a raffle and prizes.

Fairgrounds hosts Fall Home Show Oct. 10-12 Oregon Hearth and Home Events presents the Polk County Fall 2025 Home Show Oct.10-12 at the Polk County Fairgrounds, Highway 220 in Rickreall. Check out 50+ vendors with products and services for your home and garden needs. Hours are: - Oct. 10: 12-6 p.m. - Oct. 11: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. - Oct. 12: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

The Monmouth-Independence Chamber of Commerce’s Member of the Week is Habebah. Habebah is a family-owned and operated restaurant. Located at 110 Main St W, Monmouth, open from Monday through Saturday, 7 AM to 7 PM, Habebah is dedicated to quality.

Habebah’s menu includes healthy and delicious Mediterranean food, made with fresh produce, high-quality meats, all ingredients of the highest and finest quality. Savor a special drink to complement your meal: Stumptown Coffee, Turkish/Arabic coffee, tea, smoothies, and other hand-crafted beverages.

Habebah promises to delight your taste buds and offer exceptional customer service. This standard they sum up in three words: “The Habebah Difference”.

The Monmouth-Independence Chamber of Commerce is pleased to honor Habebah as Member of the Week.

Rickreall Event Hall hosts fall vendor sale Oct. 4-5

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PUBLIC NOTICES

PCIO25-1349 TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE T.S. Number: 2025-00010-OR Reference is made to that certain trust deed made by FRANK DICKSON AND SARAH DICKSON AS TENANTS BY THE ENTIRETY as grantor, to TICOR TITLE as trustee, in favor of SYNERGY ONE LENDING, INC AS LENDER MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., MERS is a separate corporation that is acting solely as a nominee for Lender and Lenders successors and assigns, as beneficiary, dated 04/26/2022 recorded on 04/28/2022, in the Records of Polk County, Oregon, in book --- at page --and/or as fee/file/instrument/ microfilm/reception No. 2022005223, covering the following described real property situated in the abovementioned county and state: ACCOUNT NO.: 563049 MAP NO.: 07317-DD-13100 LOT 282, WEST HILL ESTATES PHASE 9, IN THE CITY OF SALEM, COUNTY OF POLK AND STATE OF OREGON. Commonly Known As: 1674 OLYMPIA CT NW, SALEM, OR 97304 Both the beneficiary PHH Mortgage Corporation and the trustee Premium Title Agency, Inc. DBA PTS Foreclosure Services have elected to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by said trust deed and a Notice of Default has been recorded pursuant to ORS 86.752(3). The default for which the foreclosure is made is the grantor’s failure to pay when due the following sums: TOTAL REQUIRED TO REINSTATE AS OF 07/10/2025: $102,781.80 TOTAL REQUIRED TO PAYOFF AS OF 07/10/2025: $785,500.60 Because of interest, late charges, and other charges that may vary from day-to-day, the amount due on the day you pay may be greater. It will be necessary for you to contact the Trustee before the time you tender reinstatement or the payoff amount so that you may be advised of the exact amount you will be required to pay. By reason of the default, the beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by said trust deed immediately due and payable, said default being the following: Installment of Principal and Interest plus impounds and/or advances which became due on 10/01/2023 plus late charges, and all subsequent installments of principal, interest, balloon payments, plus impounds and/ or advances and late charges that become payable. Therefore, notice hereby is given that Premium Title Agency, Inc. DBA PTS Foreclosure Services the undersigned trustee will on 11/12/2025 at the hour of 01:00 PM, Standard of Time, In the new lobby of the Jefferson Street entrance of the Polk County Courthouse, 850 Main Street, Dallas, Oregon 97338 as established by ORS187.110, in the County of Polk, State of Oregon, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the said described real property which the grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by grantor of the said trust deed, together with any interest which the grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said trust deed, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the trustee. Notice is further given that any person named in ORS 86.778 has the right, at any time prior to five (5) days before the date last set for sale, to have this foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the trust deed reinstated by payment to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred) and by curing any other default complained of herein that is capable of being cured by tendering the performance required under the obligation or trust deed, and in addition to paying the sums or tendering the performance necessary to cure the default, by paying all costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation and trust deed, together with trustee’s and attorney fees not exceeding the amounts provided by ORS 86.778.In construing this notice the masculine gender includes the feminine and the neuter, the singular includes the plural, the word “grantor” includes any successor in interest to this grantor as well as any other person owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by the trust deed, and the words “trustee” and “beneficiary” include their respective successors in interest, if any. Pursuant to Oregon Law, this sale will not be deemed final until the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale has been issued by the Trustee. If any irregularities are discovered within 10 days of the date of this sale, the Trustee will rescind the sale, return the buyer’s money and take further action as necessary. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the

Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit reporting agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligation. Without limiting the Trustee’s disclaimer of representation or warranties, Oregon law requires the Trustee to state in this notice that some residential properties sold at a Trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential properties should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the Trustee’s sale. NOTICE TO TENANTS: TENANTS OF THE SUBJECT REAL PROPERTY HAVE CERTAIN PROTECTIONS AFFORDED TO THEM UNDER ORS 86.782 AND POSSIBLY UNDER FEDERAL LAW. ATTACHED TO THS NOTICE OF SALE, AND INCORPORATED HEREIN, IS A NOTICE TO TENANTS OF THE SUBJECT REAL PROPERTY AND WHICH SETS FORTH CERTAIN REQUIREMENTS THAT MUST BE COMPLIED WITH BY ANY TENANT IN ORDER TO OBTAIN THE AFFORDED PROTECTION, AS REQUIRED UNDER ORS 86.771. Premium Title Agency, Inc. DBA PTS Foreclosure Services Dated: Premium Title Agency, Inc. DBA PTS Foreclosure Services 7730 Market Center Ave Suite 100 El Paso, TX 79912 Trustee Phone number: (866) 960-8299 Dated: STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF EL PASO On before me, _________________

Personally appeared ________ __________________who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/ their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument. WITNESS my hand and official seal. ____________ ____________________ Notary Name (Seal) FOR TRUSTEES SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (866) 960-8299 NOTICE TO RESIDENTIAL TENANTS

The property in which you are living is in foreclosure. A foreclosure sale is scheduled for 11/12/2025. The date of this sale may be postponed. Unless the lender that is foreclosing on this property is paid before the sale date, the foreclosure will go through and someone new will own this property. After the sale, the new owner is required to provide you with contact information and notice that the sale took place. The following information applies to you only if you are a bona fide tenant occupying and renting this property as a residential dwelling under legitimate rental agreement. The information does not apply to you in you own this property of if you are not a bona fide residential tenant. If the foreclosure sale goes through, the new owner will have the right to require you to move out. Before the new owner can require you to move, the new owner must provide you with written notice that specifies the date by which you must move out. If you do not leave before the move-out date, the new owner can have the sheriff remove you from the property after a court hearing. You will receive notice of the court hearing. PROTECTION FROM EVICTION IF YOU ARE A BONA FIDE TENANT OCCUPYING AND RENTING THIS PROPERTY AS A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING, YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO CONTINUE LIVING IN THE PROPERTY AFTER THE FORECLOSURE SALE FOR: l 60 DAYS FROM THE DATE YOU ARE GIVEN A WRITTEN TERMINATION NOTICE, IF YOU HAVE A FIXED TERM LEASE: OR l AT LEAST 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE YOU ARE GIVEN A WRITTEN TERMINATION NOTICE, IF YOU HAVE A MONTH-TO-MONTH OR WEEKTO-WEEK RENTAL AGREEMENT. If the new owner wants to move in and use this property as a primary residence, the new owner can give you written notice and require you to move out after 30 days, even though you have fixed term lease with more than 30 days left. You must be provided with at least 30 days written notice after the foreclosure sale before you can be required to move. A bona fide tenant is a residential tenant who is not

FORECLOSURE SALE: RENTYOU SHOULD CONTINUE TO PAY RENT TO YOUR LANDLORD UNTIL THE PROPERTY IS SOLD OR UNTIL A COURT TELLS YOU OTHERWISE. IF YOU DO NOT PAY RENT, YOU CAN BE EVICTED. BE SURE TO KEEP PROOF OF ANY PAYMENTS YOU MAKE. SECURITY DEPOSIT You may apply your security deposit and any rent you paid in advance against the current rent you owe your landlord as provided in ORS 90.367. To do this, you must notify your landlord in writing that you want to subtract the amount of your security deposit or prepaid rent from your rent payment. You may do this only for the rent you owe your current landlord. If you do this, you must do so before the foreclosure sale. The business or individual who buys this property at the foreclosure sale is not responsible to you for any deposit or prepaid rent you paid to your landlord. ABOUT YOUR TENANCY AFTER THE FORECLOSURE SALE The new owner that buys this property at the foreclosure sale may be willing to allow you to stay as a tenant instead of requiring you to move out after 30 or 60 days. After the sale, you should receive a written notice informing you that sale took place and giving you the new owner’s name and contact information. You should contact the new owner if you would like to stay. If the new owner accepts rent from you, signs a new residential rental agreement with you or does not notify you in writing within 30 days after the date of the foreclosure sale that you must move out, the new owner becomes your new landlord and must maintain the property. Otherwise: l You do not owe rent; l The new owner is not your landlord and is not responsible for maintaining the property on your behalf; and l You must move out by the date the new owner specifies in a notice to you. The new owner may offer to pay your moving expenses and any other costs or amounts you and the new owner agree on in exchange for your agreement to leave the premises in less than 30 or 60 days. You should speak to a lawyer to fully understand your rights before making any decisions regarding your tenancy. IT IS UNLAWFUL FOR ANY PERSON TO TRY TO FORCE YOU TO LEAVE YOUR DWELLING UNIT WITHOUT FIRST GIVING YOU WRITTEN NOTICE AND GOING TO COURT TO EVICT YOU. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR RIGHTS, YOU SHOULD CONSULT A LAWYER. If you believe you need legal assistance, contact the Oregon State Bar and ask for the lawyer referral service. Contact information for the Oregon State Bar is included with this notice. If you do not have enough money to pay a lawyer and are otherwise eligible, you may be able to receive legal assistance for free. Information about whom to contact for free legal assistance is included with this notice. Oregon State Bar: (503) 684-3763; (800) 4527636 Legal assistance: http:// oregonlawhelp.org/

PCIO25-1347 Notice of Self Storage Sale Please take notice IN Self Storage - Salem West located at 2401 Salem Dallas Hwy NW, Salem, OR 97304 intends to hold a sale to sell the property stored at the Facility by the below list of Occupants whom are in default at an Auction. The sale will occur as an online auction via www.storagetreasures.com on 10/15/2025 at 10:00AM. Tabatha Smith Unit #103. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply.

PCIO25-1351 Notice of Regular Meeting Board of Directors Wednesday, October 1, 2025 2:00 - 4:00 pm The Willamette Health Council is the community governance body for PacificSource Community Solutions, Marion County and Polk County Coordinated Care Organization (Marion-Polk CCO). The Health Council’s Board of Directors serves as the Marion-Polk CCO’s governing board. The board is scheduled to meet on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, from 2:00 - 4:00 pm. The meeting is open to the public and will be held at the Willamette Health Council office (1701 Liberty Street SE, Salem, OR, 97302), as well as online via Zoom video/ conference call. For additional meeting information, visit https://willamettehealthcouncil. org/notice-of-regular-meetingboard-of-directors/ A request for accommodations for persons with disabilities, or for interpreter services, should be made at least 48 hours before the meeting to ohouck@ willamettehealthcouncil.org.

PCIO25-1352 IN THE CIRCUIT

COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF POLK PROBATE DEPARTMENT In the Matter of the Estate of: CLIFFORD LEROY BROTHERTON, Deceased. Case No.: 25PB07479 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS Notice: The Circuit Court of the State of Oregon, for the County of Polk, has appointed Barbara Ann Hinton-Brotherton as Personal Representative of the Estate of Clifford Leroy Brotherton, deceased. All persons having claims against said estate are required to present the same, with proper

vouchers to the Personal Representative, c/o Stan Butterfield, P.C., Attorney at Law, 605 SW Church St, Dallas, OR 97338, within four months from the date of the publication of this notice as stated below, or they may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by this proceeding may obtain additional information from the records of the court, the Personal Representative, or the Attorney for the Personal Representative. Date published September 24, 2025. Barbara Ann Hinton-Brotherton, Personal Representative c/o Stan Butterfield, P.C. Attorney at Law 605 SW Church St Dallas, OR 97338 Telephone: (503) 623-2427 Email: stan@ stanbutterfield.com

PCIO25-1353 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE STATE OF OREGON, COUNTY OF POLK, IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BRIAN SCOT POOS, DECEASED, CASE NO. 25PB07960, NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS. Notice is hereby given that the undersigned has been appointed and has qualified as the Personal Representative. All persons having claims against the estate are hereby required to present the same, with proper vouchers, within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice, as stated below, to the Personal Representative at PO Box 2247, Salem, OR 97308, or they may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings in this estate may obtain additional information from the records of the court, the Personal Representative or the attorney for the Personal Representative. Date of first publication: September 24, 2025. Kevin A. Poos, Personal Representative of the Estate of Brian Scot Poos, Deceased. Melinda Leaver Roy, OSB #942069, Sherman, Sherman Johnnie & Hoyt, PC., Attorneys for the Personal Representative, 693 Chemeketa Street NE, PO Box 2247, Salem, OR 97308, (503) 364-2281.

PCIO25-1354 Public Sale Rickreall Mini Storage 10255 Rickreall Rd Rickreall OR 97371 503-623-0900

ONLINE AUCTION Will Be Held On 10/25/2025 At www. storageauctions.com Units To Be Sold As A Whole ALL SALES CASH ONLY Gary/ Jamie Myers OP-31

PCIO25-1336 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF POLK In the Matter of: Case No. 25CV46054, VERONICA C. FUHRMANN, AS TRUSTEE OF VERONICA C. FUHRMANN TRUST, U/A

DATED JULY 13, 2020, Plaintiff, v. CASCADE CEMENT CO., Defendant. NOTICE OF CIVIL PROCEEDING: CASCADE CEMENT CO., its shareholders or their successors or assigns are hereby required to appear and defend COMPLAINT (Declaratory Relief and Quiet Title) filed against you in the above entitled cause within thirty (30) days of the date of first publication, and in case of your failure to do so, Plaintiff will apply to the Court for the relief demanded in the COMPLAINT (Declaratory Relief and Quiet Title). The COMPLAINT (Declaratory Relief and Quiet Title) alleges that you have failed to advance rights you have in certain real property of Plaintiff. NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: READ THIS NOTICE CAREFULLY! THE DEFENDANT HEREIN SHOULD TAKE NOTICE THAT IF IT IS YOUR INTENT TO CONTEST THE MATTERS INVOLVED HEREIN, A WRITTEN RESPONSE SPECIFYING THE MATTERS TO BE CONTESTED MUST BE FILED BY YOU WITH THE TRIAL COURT ADMINISTRATOR WITH PROOF OF SERVICE OF A COPY THEREOF ON PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY NOT LATER THAN THIRTY (30) DAYS FROM THE DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION, September 17, 2025, along with the required filing fee. It must be in proper form and have proof of service on the Plaintiff’s attorney. ABSENT GOOD CAUSE SHOWN, NO CONTEST TO THE COMPLAINT (Declaratory Relief and Quiet Title) SHALL BE PERMITTED UNLESS THE CONTESTANT HAS FILED A WRITTEN RESPONSE. If you have questions, you should see an attorney immediately. If you need help in finding an attorney, you may call the Oregon State Bar’s Lawyer Referral Service at (503)6843763 or toll-free in Oregon at (800)452-7636. Zachary Dablow, OSB #073723 Attorney for Plaintiff 1491 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97302 (503) 485-4168 / Email: zachary@ dablowlaw.com. 9/17/25, 9/24/25, 10/1/25, 10/8/25

PCIO25-1341

Notice of sale of personal property under Landlords Possessory lien. Personal property left in the following units have been seized for non-payment of rent and will be sold at The Storage Depot, 902 SE Uglow Ave, Dallas, Oregon 97338 on September 30th, 2025. The following units are available for viewing and sale at 2:00 pm. They will be sold to the highest bidder during live Public Sale: David Dufour H30351, Jaime Givens B0007, Kira Jones H10026, Leah Williams A0052, Abigail Guerrero Ochoa A0124, Bianca Williams H20302.

PCIO25-1350 PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Public hearings will be held at 6:00 pm Thursday, October 9, 2025 on the following: Variance #25-03

New residential 34 dwelling apartment complex at 498 SE Hankel Street with front yard setback of 12 feet where 20 feet is otherwise required.

Approval Criteria: DDC 5.1.040

Variance #25-05 Sign permit exception for new fuel station at 1985 Skys the Limit Way.

Approval Criteria: DDC.3.6.120 Conditional Use Permit #CUP25-07 Establish a church at 174 SW River Drive. Approval Criteria: DDC.4.4.040 This meeting is being held at Dallas City Hall, 187 SE Court St. You may also participate via phone by dialing 1 253 215 8782 and entering code: 213 855 0622. The City will consider testimony which addresses the applicable criteria. Testimony may be submitted orally at the public hearing or writing the Planning Department, 187 SE Court St, Dallas, OR 97338. The staff report, the submitted application materials, and the approval criteria will be available online at least seven days prior to the hearing, at www.dallasor.gov/meetings. Copies will be provided at reasonable cost on request. Failure of an issue to be raised in a hearing, in person or by letter, or failure to provide statements or evidence sufficient for the decision maker to respond to the issue precludes appeal to the Land Use Board of Appeals. For further information call Chase Ballew, City Planner (503) 8313570

PCIO25-1348 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF POLK PROBATE DEPARTMENT In the Matter of the Estate of: LUCAS VERKOREN, Deceased. Case No.: 25PB07711 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS

Notice: The Circuit Court of the State of Oregon, for the County of Polk, has appointed Suzanne Reisnaur as Personal Representative of the Estate of Lucas Verkoren, deceased. All persons having claims against said estate are required to present the same, with proper vouchers to the Personal Representative, c/o Stan Butterfield, P.C., Attorney at Law, 605 SW Church St, Dallas, OR 97338, within four months from the date of the publication of this notice as stated below, or they may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by this proceeding may obtain additional information from the records of the court, the Personal Representative, or the Attorney for the Personal Representative. Date published September 24, 2025. Suzanne Reisnaur, Personal Representative c/o Stan Butterfield, P.C. Attorney at Law 605 SW Church St Dallas, OR 97338 Telephone: (503) 623-2427 Email: stan@ stanbutterfield.com PCIO25-1334 TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE TS No.: 135538-OR Loan No.: ******1475 Reference is made to that certain trust deed (the “Deed of Trust”) executed by MARCELO DEL RIO AND KATHLEEN DEL RIO, AS TENANTS BY THE ENTIRETY, as Grantor, to TICOR TITLE, as Trustee, in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS DESIGNATED NOMINEE FOR NEW CENTURY MORTGAGE CORPORATION, BENEFICIARY OF THE SECURITY INSTRUMENT, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, as Beneficiary, dated 1/25/2007, recorded 1/31/2007, as Instrument No. 2007-001616, Later assumed by Sara L. Vangilder who have assumed the loan), Assumption Agreement Recorded on 2/5/2024 as Instrument No. 2024-000718, in the Official Records of Polk County, Oregon, which covers the following described real property situated in Polk County, Oregon: LOT 3, BLOCK 1, OREGON TRAIL APARTMENTS, IN THE CITY OF INDEPENDENCE, POL COUNTY, OREGON APN: 385426 / 08429-BD-02200 Commonly known as: 632 S 13TH ST INDEPENDENCE, OR 97351 The current beneficiary is: MCLP ASSET COMPANY, INC. Both the beneficiary and the trustee have elected to sell the above-described real property to satisfy the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust and notice has been recorded pursuant to ORS 86.752(3). The default for which the foreclosure is made is the grantor’s failure to pay when due, the following sums: Delinquent Payments: Dates: 8/1/2024 - 8/1/2025 Total: $9,315.06 Late Charges: $0.00 Beneficiary Advances: $1,754.57 Total Required to Reinstate: $11,069.63 TOTAL REQUIRED TO PAYOFF: $67,104.01 By reason of the default, the beneficiary has declared all obligations secured by the Deed of Trust immediately due and payable, including: the principal sum of $59,101.67 together with interest thereon at the rate of 7.125 % per annum, from 7/1/2024 until paid, plus all accrued late charges, and all trustee’s fees, foreclosure costs, and any sums advanced by the beneficiary pursuant to the terms and conditions of the Deed of Trust Whereof, notice hereby is given that the undersigned trustee, CLEAR RECON CORP, whose address is 1915 NE Stucki

Avenue, Suite 400, Hillsboro, OR 97006, will on 1/13/2026, at the hour of 9:00 AM, standard time, as established by ORS 187.110, AT THE MAIN STREET PLAZA, POLK COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 850 MAIN STREET, DALLAS, OR 97338, sell at public auction to the highest bidder in the form of cash equivalent (certified funds or cashier’s check) the interest in the above-described real property which the grantor had or had power to convey at the time it executed the Deed of Trust, together with any interest which the grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of the Deed of Trust, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the trustee. Notice is further given that any person named in ORS 86.778 has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the Deed of Trust reinstated by payment to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than the portion of principal that would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, trustee’s and attorneys’ fees, and curing any other default complained of in

PCIO25-1326

25-73225 Reference is made to that certain Deed of Trust (hereinafter referred as the Trust Deed) made by KEITH D RIGGS as Grantor to FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE, as trustee, in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (“MERS”), as designated nominee for PACIFIC RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE, beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, as Beneficiary, dated 9/19/2019, recorded 9/24/2019, as Instrument No. 2019-010640, Rerecorded on 10/03/2019 as Instrument No. 2019-01 1339, in mortgage records of Polk County, Oregon covering the following described real property situated in said County and State, to-wit: LOT 16, BLOCK 11, SALEMTOWNE NO. 2, IN THE CITY OF SALEM, COUNTY OF POLK AND STATE OF OREGON. The street address or other common designation, if any for the real property described above is purported to be: 1886 WOODSTOCK CIR NW SALEM, OREGON 97304 The Tax Assessor’s Account ID for the Real Property is

purported to be: 310682 Both the beneficiary and the trustee, ZBS Law, LLP have elected to foreclose the above referenced Trust Deed and sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by the Trust Deed and a Notice of Default and Election to Sell has been recorded pursuant to ORS 86.752(3). All right, title, and interest in the said described property which the grantors had, or had power to convey, at the time of execution of the Trust Deed, together with any interest the grantors or their successors in interest acquired after execution of the Trust Deed shall be sold at public auction to the highest bidder for cash to satisfy the obligations secured by the Trust Deed and the expenses of sale, including the compensation of the trustee as provided by law, and the reasonable fees of trustee’s attorneys. The default for which the foreclosure is made is: The monthly installment of principal and interest which became due on 1/1/2024, late charges, and all subsequent monthly installments of principal and interest. You are responsible

to pay all payments and charges due under the terms and conditions of the loan documents which come due subsequent to the date of this notice, including, but not limited to, foreclosure trustee fees and costs, advances and late charges. Furthermore, as a condition to bring your account in good standing, you must provide the undersigned with written proof that you are not in default on any senior encumbrance and provide proof of insurance. Nothing in this notice should be construed as a waiver of any fees owing to the beneficiary under the deed of trust, pursuant to the terms and provisions of the loan documents. The amount required to cure the default in payments to date is calculated as follows: From: 1/1/2024 Total of past due payments: $31,313.32 Late Charges: $404.91 Additional charges (Taxes, Insurance, Corporate Advances, Other Fees): $2,119.00 Trustee’s Fees and Costs: $1,793.00 Total necessary to cure: $35,630.23

Please note the amounts stated herein are subject to confirmation and review and

PUBLIC RECORD

Information for the report comes from law enforcement agencies. Not all calls for service are included. The status of arrests reported may change after further investigation. Individuals arrested or suspected of crimes are considered innocent until proven guilty.

Dallas Police Department

Friday, Sept. 12

At 9:14 a.m., Jalen Baker was arrested on Ellendale Avenue and charged with strangulation (felony, domestic) and assault 4 (misdemeanor, domestic). Baker was lodged at Polk County Jail.

At 9:50 a.m., a motorist on Miller Avenue was cited for speeding 43 mph in a 20 mph school zone (Faith Christian School).

At 9:56 a.m., a report of a silver sedan driving slow and failing to maintain the lane on Clow Corner Road. Police were unable to locate the vehicle.

At 11:14 a.m., a subject from Portland was trespassed by the manager from a property on Ellendale Avenue.

At 2:28 p.m., an anonymous report of two juveniles on mini dirtbikes riding on Godsey Road at high rates of speed. Officers searched the area but were unable to locate.

At 3:44 p.m., a report of an angry man who made threats over the phone to an employee at Walmart after his transaction was denied due to a bad ID.

At 9:03 p.m., a motion alarm was triggered on Ellendale Avenue. Officers located a white Toyota 4 Runner with temporary plates in a parking area near dumpsters. All the doors were secure and no one was located.

Saturday, Sept. 13

At 1:26 a.m., an officer assisted a cleaning crew on Ellendale Avenue with securing the doors after their key was broken and they were having difficulty getting the doors shut.

At 3:39 a.m., a car alarm was heard on Oakdale Avenue. Police searched and were unable to find anyone causing an alarm to go off. They later located a Lays delivery truck at the market nearby with a reverse truck beeper/alarm going off. No other reports of alarms.

At 8:27 a.m., a motorist on Bridlewood Drive was cited for speeding 40 mph in a 25-mph zone.

At 9:03 a.m., a deputy piloting a drone joined a search for an injured horse back rider in the Reuben Boise Road area. He was located by ground searchers shortly after the drone launched.

At 9:55 a.m., a requested a welfare check on an individual who appeared to be living in his vehicle on Dallas Drive. An officer contacted the subject who advised he was looking for his keys but he was okay.

At 11:14 a.m., a motorist on Ellendale Avenue was warned for multiple minor traffic violations. The 15-yearold driver had just got his permit and was getting driving lessons from his mother.

At 11:50 a.m., a complaint of protesters parking their cars in parking spaces near the Urgent Care clinic on Ellendale Avenue that only occurs during protests. An officer advised this was a civil issue and discussed options with the complainant for him to politely notify the peaceful protesters the parking lot was for customer use only.

At 1:19 p.m., a male subject reported giving his keys to an unknown female last night due to him drinking while sleeping in his vehicle on Dallas Drive.

At 2:12 p.m., a report of a white female subject at a business on Ellendale Avenue refusing to leave. The subject was gone when officers arrived.

At 3:09 p.m. a report of a vehicle with dogs inside it on Dimick Street. The owner walked out when an officer arrived.

At 3:33 p.m., Pedro Hernandez, of Dallas, was arrested on Levens Street and charged with driving under the influence of an intoxicant.

At 4:34 p.m., Shana Zajac was arrested on Ellendale Avenue, charged with trespass 2 and was lodged at Polk County Jail.

At 8:33 p.m., a resident on Oakwood Drive reported an odd yard ornament was thrown onto his property. It was unknown who threw it but stated a possible emotionally disturbed person encountered the day before.

At 9:52 p.m., a driving complaint of a Jeep stopping in the middle of Ellendale Avenue, driven possibly by

are likely to change during the next 30 days. Please contact the successor trustee ZBS Law, LLP, to obtain a “reinstatement’ and or “payoff’ quote prior to remitting funds. By reason of said default the beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by the Trust Deed due and payable. The amount required to discharge this lien in its entirety to date is: $250,072.48 Said sale shall be held at the hour of 1:00 PM on 12/12/2025 in accord with the standard of time established by ORS 187.1 10, and pursuant to ORS 86.771(7) shall occur at the following designated place: Inside the new lobby at the Jefferson Street entrance of the Polk County Courthouse, 850 Main St, Dallas, OR 97338 Other than as shown of record, neither the said beneficiary nor the said trustee have any actual notice of any person having or claiming to have any lien upon or interest in the real property hereinabove described subsequent to the interest of the trustee in the Trust Deed, or of any successor(s) in interest to the grantors or of any lessee or other person in possession

of or occupying the property, except: NONE Notice is further given that any person named in ORS 86.778 has the right, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale, to have this foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the Trust Deed reinstated by payment to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred) and by curing any other default complained of herein that is capable of being cured by tendering the performance required under the obligation(s) of the Trust Deed, and in addition to paying said sums or tendering the performance necessary to cure the default, by paying all costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation and Trust Deed, together with the trustee’s and attorney’s fees not exceeding the amounts provided by ORS 86.778. The mailing address of the trustee is: ZBS Law, LLP 5 Centerpointe Dr., Suite 400 Lake Oswego, OR 97035 (503) 946-6558 In construing this notice, the masculine gender includes the feminine and the

neuter, the singular includes plural, the word “grantor” includes any successor in interest to the grantor as well as any other persons owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by said trust deed, the words “trustee” and ‘beneficiary” include their respective successors in interest, if any. Without limiting the trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the trustee’s sale. Dated: 7/31/2025 ZBS Law, LLP Dirk Schouten, OSB#1 15153 ZBS Law, LLP Authorized to sign on behalf of the trustee A-4850312 09/03/2025, 09/10/2025, 09/17/2025, 09/24/2025

juveniles. An officer was unable to locate the Jeep.

Sunday, Sept. 14

At 1:37 p.m., a complaint of loud music on Lalack Street. The bass from the football game was quite loud. The residents agreed to turn it down.

Monday, Sept. 15

At 1:07 a.m., an officer checked under the La Creole Street bridge and walked the foot bridge to the dog park. The officer located a soccer goal in the river under the foot bridge and will notify the city Parks Department about this issue.

At 1:53 a.m., a subject was formally trespassed from a location on Ellendale Avenue by the manager.

At 3:04 a.m., John Sears was lodged at Polk County Jail after being arrested on Fairlawn Court and charged with strangulation (domestic violence) and harassment (domestic violence).

At 8:05 a.m. a motorist on Clay Street was criminally cited for failure to perform duties of driver when property is damaged and was cited for careless driving.

At 1:23 p.m., a subject was formally trespassed from a location on Southwest Rainbow Avenue.

At 2:14 p.m., a Dallas motorist was cited for speeding 42 mph in a 20-mph school zone and received a written warning for driving while suspended.

At 5:12 p.m., an officer returned a stolen fat tire bike to the owner on Court Street.

At 5:47 p.m., a resident on Card Avenue reported his trailer was stolen at approximately 9:37 a.m.

At 8:16 p.m., an officer assisted with an SUV blocking traffic on Uglow Avenue. The driver was attempting to remove a trailer from his driveway.

Tuesday, Sept. 16

At 4:17 a.m., John Sears was arrested on Jefferson Street and charged with tampering with a witness.

At 7:34 a.m, a motorist on Orchard Drive was cited for driving while suspended - violation and was warned for speeding and an expired registration.

At 8:31 a.m., a Dallas motorist on La Creole Drive was cited for driving while using a mobile electronic

device and for driving uninsured.

At 9:40 a.m., officers conducted road blocks on Howe Street for an active gas leak.

At 12:37 p.m., officers provided traffic control on Shelton Street for The Wall Of Healing Escort.

At 2:22 p.m., a Dodge Ram was reposed on Barberry Avenue.

At 4:42 p.m., a late report of theft at Walmart from July 7

At 7:18 p.m., a report of a male driving a truck on Denton Avenue stopping and asking the complainant’s 15-year-old daughter if she wanted a ride while she was walking home. Officers found no crimes committed.

At 8:19 p.m., a report of a missing Samsung A15 phone, blue with black case. The owner was unsure where it went missing between Rickreall and Walmart.

At 9:41 p.m., a report of lumber sticking out the back of a work truck blocking a lane on Ash Street.

Wednesday, Sept. 17

At 7:33 a.m., an Albany motorist on Miller Avenue was cited for speeding 32 mph in a 20-mph school zone.

At 7:49 a.m., a Dallas motorist on Miller Avenue was cited for speeding 32 mph in a 20-mph school zone.

At 8:37 a.m., a motorist drove into a ditch and crashed into the front yard of a residence on Fairview Avenue. There was property damage but no serious injuries.

At 11:57 a.m., a citizen dropped off fresh fruit for officers as a thank you.

At 12:45 p.m., a report of a suspected armed person on Church Street after a citizen saw what was thought to be a real handgun. The subject was located and the handgun was found to be a plastic handgun. The subject was no threat to the public.

At 3:20 p.m., a report of suspicious male on Ellendale Avenue turned out to be employed by Heath Services who was contracted by Northwest Natural.

At 1:36 p.m., a late theft report on Kings Valley Highway.

At 1:05 p.m., a report that the Rotary Club was having issues with a person knocking a monument down on Fern Avenue. An officer went to the location and found the monument is its proper place.

At 6:06 p.m., a subject was trespassed from Best Western and Ultra Nails.

Independence Police Department

Thursday, Sept. 4

Officers responded to a physical and verbal domestic disturbance in the 800 block of North Main Street. They learned the victim arrived home and found Victor Jose Cortes Carrillo passed out and not attending to his minor aged child. The victim confronted Cortes Carrillo and sustained minor injuries from being kicked, punched and pushed. Cortes Carrillo was arrested, charged with physical harassment - misdemeanor and lodged at the Polk County Jail.

Friday, Sept. 5

At 2:11 a.m. officers responded to a report of reckless driving in a park off Deann Drive during which property was damaged.

Henson Bartle arrived home in the 600 block of Aeronca Street, started consuming alcohol, and began pushing a family member as they struggled to call 911 During the struggle Bartle threw the victim’s phone causing it to break. He was arrested, charged with criminal mischief 1, interfering with making a police report and physical harassment. He was transported to jail where he blew a .15% blood alcohol content.

Sunday, Sept. 7

At 1:44 a.m., officers got into a pursuit of a stolen vehicle. The pursuit ended in Salem.

At 8:15 p.m., officers assisted Monmouth police investigating a 911 hang-up call on Williams Street. It ended up being a non-criminal domestic disturbance where a male subject was intoxicated and upset

Monday, Sept. 8

At 6:27 p.m., officers investigated a report of a driving complaint in a park off Deann Drive. A suspect vehicle was located and contact was made with the registered owner. However, it did not match the complainant’s description.

Tuesday, Sept. 9

At 3:13 a.m., officers investigated a domestic disturbance

on Monmouth Avenue. It was a verbal argument between two individuals who had broken up.

At 12:30 p.m., an officer collected a nicotine vape for destruction on Church Street.

At 12:58 p.m., a report of a juvenile at a school with marijuana paraphernalia. Officials decided to handle it at the school level. An officer talked with the juvenile and his parents.

At 8:11 p.m., an officer spotted Luis Perez Ramos’ vehicle parked near a bar in the 100 block of Main Street, so the officer decided to perform a bar check, as he knows Perez Ramos to be on postprison supervision for driving under the influence with conditions of no consuming alcohol and no entering places where alcohol is served. Perez Ramos was located inside the bar. His parole officer placed a detainer on him so he was arrested, charged with parole violation, and was transported to jail.

Wednesday, Sept. 10 At 10:25 a.m., a report of a bag stolen on Monmouth Street containing a Chromebook and other school supplies.

Thursday, Sept. 11

An officer on traffic patrol ran a vehicle license plate in the 1600 block of South 7th Street and the registered owner information returned as being an out of compliance sex offender. The officer contacted the person driving the vehicle, who was not the registered owner, but said they would go home and find documentation to prove that Baily Sunghyun Choi was not required to register as a sex offender. Later in the day Choi arrived at the police station and was arrested and charged with failure to report as a sex offender.

Saturday, Sept. 13 At 11:33 a.m., a motorist on Hoffman Road reported making a wrong turn onto what he thought was a oneway street, but instead ended up on the wrong side of the road confronted by five motorcyclists. He said they pursued him as he turned around, with one kicking his driver’s side mirror. While stopped at an intersection, one suspect punched off

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his driver’s side mirror and attempted to punch the driver, but missed and hit the steering wheel. The driver only provided a vague description of the suspect.

Sunday, Sept. 14

At 8:21 p.m., an officer on traffic patrol stopped a motorist exceeding the speed limit on Highway 51 near Deann Drive and found that the rider, Mathew Lienhard Jr., did not have a valid operator’s license as he had been suspended. Lienhard admitted that he had a warrant for failure to appear for failure to perform duties as a driver in a traffic crash. He was detained and upon being searched a baggy of substance presumed to be methamphetamine was located in a pocket. Leinhard was arrested on the FTA bench warrant and was also charged with unlawful possession of methamphetamine and failure to present operator’s license. He was transported to Polk County Jail.

Monday, Sept. 15

At 10:34 a.m., an officer contacted a student who reported someone stole his trumpet and school issued equipment.

At 7:29 p.m., officers investigated a report of possible child abuse on Main Street. The Department of Health Services was notified.

Tuesday, Sept. 16

Multiple calls came in to 911 regarding a reckless driver on Monmouth Street who was speeding and driving into oncoming lanes of travel. Officers located the involved vehicle shortly afterwards on South 7th Street near Rose Street. The driver was highly agitated and threw her license at an officer. She was identified as Telia Zeiszler and had a warrant out of Monmouth for trespassing. When asked for an explanation of her driving behavior, Zeiszler responded that she was “being frisky and driving all around”. She was arrested on the outstanding warrant and also charged with Reckless Driving transported to the Polk County Jail.

Monmouth Police Department

Thursday, Sept. 11

Domestic Disturbance:

A 14-year-old reported her mother hitting her. Police found the daughter was closing a car door on her mother, and the mother smacked the daughter’s hand/arm as discipline. The two agreed to give each other space.

Welfare Check: A caller requested a check on an individual after receiving concerning messages. The individual was found to be okay.

Alarms: Multiple accidental panic button activations occurred at a credit union; no emergency was confirmed.

Crash: A driver, while on their phone, crashed into a parked vehicle. The driver showed odd behavior and had a can of air duster in the vehicle, but passed sobriety tests. A citation was issued for cell phone use while driving and a crash report was completed. The vehicle was towed.

Found Person: A report of a two-year-old child walking outside a house and near a park. The child was brought inside by a neighbor, and it was noted the child could unlock safety mechanisms on the door. The adult was advised to get better locks.

Suspicious Person: A report of an older male following kids around and sitting near them in a park. Police contacted the subject, who denied the behavior, but was advised not to do so as it makes people uncomfortable. He was

informed about cameras at the park and then left the scene.

Crime: A stolen firearm was reported after an individual attempted to sell it. The firearm was recovered, and the originating sheriff’s office was contacted to remove it from the stolen database and obtain victim information.

Domestic Disturbance: A report of a male and female yelling. Upon arrival, a couple was outside and denied any yelling or disturbance.

Welfare Check: A caller requested a welfare check on their neighbor who had left their garage open and was not answering the door. The neighbor eventually answered and was okay.

Theft: A caller reported that a food delivery driver picked up her order, canceled it, and never delivered the food, leaving her without money for food.

Friday, Sept 12

Emotionally Disturbed Person: A person called emergency services reporting harassment and threatening to assault faculty at a university. The individual, who has mental health issues, autism, and was found to have violated the university’s code of conduct. They were warned of arrest if threats or assaults continued.

Deceased Person: A 61-year-old male was found deceased by his sister. He had numerous health conditions, and the death appeared natural.

Domestic Disturbance: A report of an altercation between two sisters with no crimes charged.

Welfare Check: A report of an elderly male walking down the street with one shoe on and stumbling into the road. Police were unable to locate the subject.

Illegal Camping: A report of illegal campers on substation property. No one was at the camp when authorities arrived.

Driving: A report of a possibly intoxicated driver. The driver was located and stopped, but showed no signs of impairment and was cited for a stop sign violation.

Suspicious Activity: A report of six juveniles smoking marijuana under a bridge next to a park. Three juveniles were contacted leaving the park and denied smoking. They were informed the area was private property. No signs of marijuana were found.

Armed Person: A caller reported a male walking with a long rifle and yelling at a residence. Police found the male, who has a history of this behavior, was unarmed. He was upset about running out of gas. He was warned that continued behavior would result in arrest and was allowed to call his father for money. He became calmer after the incident

Saturday, Sept. 13

Criminal Mischief: A report of damage to a vehicle’s license plate bracket that was not present two days prior. The owner suspected a neighbor due to a parking dispute, but had no evidence.

Alarm: An alarm was triggered at a food establishment due to an incorrect code. Employees were inside and they reported issues with the keypad.

Welfare Check: A request for a welfare check on two juveniles after their guardian had not heard from them for two days and their father was not responding to messages. The juveniles were found to be fine, and their father stated he was not preventing them from communicating.

Fraud: An individual reported being scammed by someone pretending to be from a bank, leading them to send over $200 in payments to an online account.

Driving: A report of a minivan unable to maintain its lane and nearly striking a person. The vehicle was located

and the driver was observed driving in the oncoming lane multiple times. The driver was elderly, unaware of the poor driving, and stated they were driving slowly. Police had received a similar call about the same driver two weeks prior and a retest will be submitted.

Disturbance: A report of yelling and screaming at a park including someone yelling to call emergency services before a vehicle left. The vehicle was not located. Witnesses at the park corroborated that it sounded like a group home client having an outburst with staff trying to calm them down, with no indication of criminal activity.

Suspicious Activity: A caller reported a male on a black bike rode up to her daughters and tried talking to them. The older daughter, 11 reported they walked away. The male was not located.

Arrest: An altercation occurred at a bar where an individual was maced after reportedly being inappropriate with females. The individual was found passed out in his truck nearby and was arrested for assault, unlawful use of a weapon, unlawful use of mace, driving under the influence, and disorderly conduct. A blood draw was taken after he refused a breath test, and was lodged at a county jail.

Sunday, Sept. 14

Welfare Check: A request for a welfare check as a loud smoke alarm had been sounding for over a day at a residence. The resident was contacted by phone and requested the alarms be disabled as they could not turn them off and would not be back for a while. A switch on the back of the alarms was found and used to disable them.

Suspicious Vehicle: A report of a black pickup truck parked unusually in a parking lot. The vehicle was found to be clear. The registered owner explained her grandfather had dropped it off in the wrong spot, and she would move it later that day.

Arrest: An individual turned themselves in for two county warrants related to theft. They were cited and released.

Driving: An off-duty officer observed a vehicle driving into a ditch in the oncoming lane, forcing other traffic onto the shoulder. The vehicle was stopped for improper display.

The driver denied the reported behavior, but video evidence supported the initial report. The driver was cited for careless driving and warned about reckless driving and other potential violations.

Welfare Check: A welfare check was requested for an individual due to concerns about their relationship with their on-and-off boyfriend, including a reportedly violent past and access to weapons. The individual had been “rescued” from the boyfriend the previous week but had returned to him and had not been heard from in two days. The individual was located at work and was completely okay, stating she did not want to speak to her parents due to family tensions. The parent was updated on the outcome, but there was no articulable crime or information warranting further investigation.

Noise: A second complaint was received. The police response was delayed due to a cover call. Upon arrival, the music was off. The complainant stated the music caused a severe emotional response. The police apologized for the delay and encouraged future contact for issues.

Noise: A third complaint was received regarding music and children playing loudly in a backyard late at night. Sound measurements showed levels rising when children screamed. Police contacted the homeowner, who was argumentative and accused police of discrimination based

on a neighbor’s sexual orientation. The homeowner was assured this was not the case and was told to quiet things down or face a citation for a noise ordinance violation. The homeowner complied.

Monday, Sept. 15

Field Interview Report: A large pile of duffle bags and carts were observed near a trolley stop. A female was contacted sleeping nearby. She spoke about being a university student who received a suspension and was now without housing. She also exhibited signs of emotional distress, mentioning emergency services’ impact on her and feeling stalked by the university. She was encouraged to contact a resource center.

Alarm: An alarm notification was received at a fastfood restaurant. The building appeared secure.

Emotionally Disturbed Person: An individual came to the police department with brochures about stalking and university paperwork about a recent incident, explaining her suspension and exclusion from university grounds. Options, including participating in the student conduct process, were discussed. She wanted a police report but lacked funds. A resource center was contacted, which offered assistance, and she plans to speak with them.

Driving: A driving complaint of a white pickup truck unable to maintain its lane. The vehicle was located and stopped for an unsignaled turn and improper display. No impairment was observed, but the driver was tired. The driver was advised not to drive when tired, and the complainant was updated.

Traffic Assist: Vehicles were parked in a construction zone. Owners were contacted and had their vehicles moved.

Emotionally Disturbed Person: An individual came to the police department wanting to challenge their university exclusion. Discussions were held about contacting the university and engaging in their student conduct process.

Domestic Disturbance: A report of an argument between a male and female near a community center. The male was reportedly charging at the female, and the female was reportedly kicking his car door. Both denied anything physical. The female admitted to kicking the door to close it before it scraped. No crimes were reported.

Assist Other Agency: A cross report was received where a 12-year-old wrote that their mother hits them regularly when they get in trouble. No physical injuries were observed. A second report corroborated the information and indicated the mother also hits the child’s younger sibling similarly. The initial report was taken and forwarded to detectives.

Assist Other Agency: Law enforcement accompanied child protective services to interview a 16-year-old regarding a report that she was possibly being trafficked by her mother. After interviewing both the juvenile and her mother, there was no indication that such activity was occurring.

Citizen Contact: A caller reported that their father, a landscaper, was confronted by a male at a client’s house who made racist remarks and accused him of breaking the law. The male grabbed the father’s phone when he started recording, but the father retrieved it. The father did not wish to pursue charges but wanted the information documented and for police to potentially speak with the male.

Emotionally Disturbed Person: A caller made statements indicating a desire for “suicide by cop.” The caller’s father was contacted and went to check on them.

Suspicious Person: Staff reported someone sleeping

near their front door. The subject came from another city a few days prior and heard about a resource center. The subject was waiting for the building to open in the morning and would keep their belongings tidy until then. Staff were updated and expressed appreciation.

Tuesday, Sept. 16

Death Investigation:

A 73-year-old individual appeared to die of natural causes, having a history of heart issues and diabetes.

Welfare Check: A mother had not sent her 9-year-old son to school for a week, stating he was visiting his father and that she plans to homeschool him.

Welfare Check: A report about a mother being too far from her child who was riding a bike, but the subject was unable to be located.

Disturbance: An agitated individual, appearing high on meth, showed up at his sister’s house. The sister claimed he caused damage to the home’s skirt, though this was unconfirmed. The individual was permanently trespassed from the residence.

Suspicious Vehicle: A complaint about a vehicle parked on the street with items everywhere, and the vehicle’s owner was rude when asked to move along. The complainant was advised of parking ordinances and available enforcement actions. A second person called about the same issue.

Welfare Check: An individual requested a welfare check for his girlfriend who had a history of seizures and had not called him as expected. The individual was found to be fine at her residence.

Driving Under the Influence: An individual was stopped for driving without taillights, showed signs of impairment, and refused field sobriety tests and a breath test. A search warrant for a breath test was granted, showing a .10% BAC. The individual was lodged at the county jail.

Wednesday, Sept. 17

Welfare Check: A welfare check was conducted for an individual who was a fall risk and had not been heard from. It was confirmed the individual was admitted to the hospital, and their home was secured.

Suspicious Activity: A complaint about a smell and potential sewage dumping from an RV, and a neighbor was nervous about the RV’s proximity. No evidence of dumping or smell was found. The occupants were polite. There is an open case with the community service officer regarding a three-day parking ordinance violation.

Citizen Contact: An 87-year-old individual received a call from a tai chi training academy asking for bank/personal information for two boys’ memberships. The individual was not out any money and did not give out personal information.

Citizen Contact: An individual reported receiving a letter containing what looked like the tip of a glove and had questions about a local university and students being online. The individual appeared to be experiencing emotional distress.

Suspicious Person: An individual was arrested for disorderly conduct and criminal mischief. The individual had been yelling sexual slurs at customers outside a cannabis shop and had broken a sign board with a stick. The individual was located and lodged at the county jail.

Burglary: Electric loppers were reported stolen from a home. No suspect details were available, and the victim was unsure who had access to the home.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office

Wednesday, Sept 10

At 1:10 a.m., deputies assisted Dallas police on a burglary in progress call on Boxwood Court. Michael Klein was attempting to get inside of a residence and smashed out multiple windows. An officer deployed a taser and a deputy detained Klein. He was arrested, charged with burglary 1 (attempted), criminal mischief 1, menacing (domestic violence), criminal trespass 2 and driving while suspended/ revoked - misdemeanor.

At 1:08 a.m., a resident on Kings Valley Highway reported a banging sound coming from the neighbor’s house. A responding officer didn’t hear anything and nothing was out of order.

At 3:04 a.m., a resident on Corvallis Road reported a vehicle possibly being stripped. An officer found the vehicle and contacted a male subject, who was working on the vehicle, which belonged to him.

At 9:43 a.m., a deputy spoke to hunters in the area of Versatz Road. Both had the proper permits.

At 2:12 p.m., a report of a single vehicle roll over crash on Zena Road. The driver got herself out of the vehicle before medics arrived. She said she’d looked down at a notice on her phone and when she looked back up, she was going off the roadway. A deputy provided her a courtesy transport to Lincoln Store so a fiend could pick her up.

At 5:27 p.m., a report of two shots heard in the 50th Avenue area. A deputy checked the area, but was unable to hear any additional shots.

At 8:32 p.m., a report of a single vehicle crash vs. a cow at large on the loose on Harmony Road. A deputy helped the owner of the vehicle and the owner of the cow exchange information. The cow’s owner was cited for livestock at large.

Thursday, Sept 11

At 1:43 p.m., a male subject came to the PCSO to surrender a mossberg 16g shotgun and a box of 16g ammo.

Friday, Sept. 12

At 1:17 a.m., a deputy stopped a vehicle on Center Street for no insurance. The driver was cited for driving while suspended - violation and was warned for having no insurance. He had a friend on the way to drive the vehicle home.

At 4:48 a.m., a resident on Clark Street reported that an unknown person had walked to her door and rang the doorbell multiple times. Deputies canvassed the area and were unable to locate the suspect. At 5:54 a.m., a deputy came across a vehicle on the side of the road. The driver told the deputy he stumbled upon a fawn with a broken leg and removed it from the road. The deputy dispatched the deer.

At 7:24 a.m., a resident on Mill Creek Road reported two German shepherds were loose in the area and were chasing cars. A deputy arrived in the area but was unable to locate the dogs.

At 7:54 a.m., a deputy investigated a report of a single vehicle crash on 50th Avenue. A motorist had looked to take a sip of coffee when he did not see the curve in the road and crashed into the Dallas Glass business sign. The driver was eventually cited for driving while suspended - violation. His vehicle was towed due to being unsafe to drive.

At 9:49 a.m., another report of theft/burg from a residence on Red Prairie Road. A significant amount of lumber was taken, along with tools. A window screen was torn, a garage door was broken and doors inside the residence were broken. Photos were taken

and Bode swab taken from a hand cart seemingly used by suspects.

At 7:19 p.m., Marion County Sheriff’s Office requested PCSO transport Samuel Lomax, who had an outstanding warrant from Dallas, to Polk County Jail.

At 11:28 p.m., a report of a deer struck by a vehicle on

Clow Corner Road. The caller advised where dear was and left the scene. Deputies were unable to respond.

Saturday, Sept. 13

At 1:07 a.m., a deputy attempted to arrest bicyclist Alan Guijosa on Wallace Road for fleeing another deputy. Guijosa initially didn’t stop, but had to when the deputy pulled his vehicle in front of the bicycle. Guijosa very briefly resisted then complained of chest pain and light headedness. He apparently has

Cameron McCormick and James O’Neil.

Calvary Chapel

Dallas hosts Financial Conference Oct. 10-12

Two Wolves hosts comedy extravaganza Oct. 11

The Two Wolves Tap Room hosts the Nate Hernandez presentation Extravaganza Comedy Show, from 8-10 p.m. Oct. 11 at 171 SW Court St, in Dallas. The Extravaganza features hilarious performances by Zach Chappell, JB Garner,

Calvary Chapel Dallas presents Your Life and Your Money Financial Conference Oct. 10-12, 628 SE Jefferson St., in Dallas. Taught by John D. Richardson, topics include Biblical Stewardship of your Time, Talents and Money; Debt Dumping; Asset Protection; and Maximizing your Retirement.

a long history of heart failure related illnesses. Medics ended up transporting Guijosa to Salem Hospital due to his complaint of chest pain. After being seen, Guijosa was cited and released for obstructing.

At 9:03 a.m., a report of a horse rider that had a horse fall on them on the trails up off Reuben Boise Road and didn’t know where they were. A deputy deployed a drone to assist in the search. He was located by ground searchers shortly after the drone launched. Medics located and

Purchase tickets at https://bit. ly/41VdsLA.

Soup Showdown benefits Dallas Food Bank Oct. 17

Benedetto Vineyards and the Dallas New Morning Bakery present Soup Showdown for the Dallas Foodbank from 5-7 p.m. Oct. 17 at 14020 Orchard Knob Road, in Dallas. Find out who makes the best soup around. Bring non-perishable food items and cash to vote for your favorite soup, and for raffle entries. Soup samples are free. All donations will go directly to the Dallas Food Bank.

transported the rider to receive aid. At 10:04 a.m., a report of a truck on Orchard Heights Road that had an unsecured load in the back of their truck and a bag of glass bottles fell out. The driver of the vehicle collected the bag, but there were some glass bottles that shattered and were left behind. The roadway was in Salem Municipal Police jurisdiction. Salem Public Works was notified.

At 1:24 p.m., a deputy investigated a residential

4-H Polk County hosts Cloverbud Workshop Oct. 20

The Oregon 4-H Polk County hosts a Cloverbud Workshop from 5-6 p.m. Oct. 20 at 289 E Ellendale Ave., in Dallas. Youth ages 5-8 will get to learn how to draw amazing animals and shapes using a fun shadow technique. It is free to enrolled 4-H members and $5 for non-enrolled youth. Sign up at https://bit.ly/3VmI6K8

Senior Center hosts a Soup & Pie Sale Oct. 23

The Friends of the Monmouth Senior Center hosts a Soup & Pie Sale from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Oct.

alarm on Orchard Knob Road. When the deputy arrived, there were no cars, but there was a deer in some brush nearby. It appeared that owners had a breezeway that was left open, but no signs of forced entry into any of the interior doors.

At 3:46 p.m., a report of a single vehicle crash into a ditch on Coville Road. The vehicle driver had no injury, but the passenger had minor injuries. The passenger and driver were transported by a parent to Urgent Care in Dallas.

23 at 191 Warren St. S., in Monmouth. Join them for the most delicious fundraiser. Soup and Pie is available in-person and to-go. Soup is $5, pie is $5 per slice or $15 for a whole pie.

4-H Polk County hosts Self Defence Workshop Oct. 25 The Oregon 4-H Polk County offers a Self Defence Workshop from 2-3 p.m. Oct. 25 at the West Salem ShaoLin Kempo, 735 Edgewater St. NW. It is for youth ages 5-14 who would like to gain confidence in their self defense skills. Pre-registration is requested. Sign up online at https://beav.es/DEFENSE.

At 8:22 p.m., a report of a struck but alive deer on Ellendale Avenue. A deputy responded and found the deer injured. The deputy dispatched the deer.

At 9:13 p.m., a deputy saw a female subject walking in a ditch on Perrydale Road. The deputy checked to make sure she was ok. She was in high spirits.

Sunday, Sept. 14

At 2:24 a.m., a deputy found a semi parked on the north side of Highway 22

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