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New New New Fire Dept. year teachers energy mulls closure By Ann Powers editor@northcoastcitizen.com Closing the Garibaldi Fire Department (GFD) would be a “last resort,” but is a “very real scenario” due to increased state and federal training requirements, new equipment standards, volunteer attrition and a limited budget, Chief Jay Marugg told about a dozen attendees at an open house at City Hall, Aug. 27. Garibaldi officials said the meeting was the first in a series they’re scheduling to educate the public on the volunteer fire department’s sustainability struggles and possible solutions.

“Closing the fire department is the last resort,” said Marugg. “We’re going to do everything we can so that doesn’t happen.” In September of 2015, city officials established a steering committee to review GFD’s viability issues and options. GFD’s level of funding has not changed since the 1960s and the unit has been woefully under funded for at least 10 years, Marugg added. Currently, residents living within Garibaldi city limits pay 58

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The condition of a local theft victim’s vehicle after it was stolen and returned.

Headlight-Herald photo by Jordan Wolfe

The 20 new teachers of Tillamook School District have received their orientation. The only thing they are waiting for now is students.

Tillamook hires most new teachers in years By Jordan Wolfe jwolfe@countrymedia.net For the first time in nearly 20 years, Tillamook School District has hired 20 new teachers. “These people bring ideas that aren’t here,” said Marcine Jenck, TJHS teacher. “They are either new to the district or new to the profession. They’re coming with the latest and greatest ideas.” On average, TSD hires around five new educators per year, according to Jenck, adding the high number is simply from a higher number of people leaving the district, ultimately leading to 85 staffing changes. “This is very much going to be

a year of change.” However, the new educators are enthusiastic to be here. “I’m really excited for this year,” said Brittani Maddoux, one of the new sixth grade teachers. “I can’t wait to get to know [my students]. We will have lots of fun at Outdoor School--rain or shine. Sixth grade is hard work, but they will grow as students and friends.” Some are moving from areas smaller than Tillamook. “I love to learn alongside my students, and I think that is the best part of teaching,” said Scot Klohe, new THS English teacher. “My goal is to help students have greater choice in life, success in their future college and career

experiences.” And some are coming home from adventure. “I am returning to Oregon after spending 13 years teaching in Central America -- both in Nicaragua and El Salvador,” said Susan Rodinsky, who will be teaching fifth grade. “I love teaching and learning and I look forward to meeting all of my new fifth grade students next week.” Even though students may be hesitant for summer to come to an end, for new sixth grade teacher, Jessica Camp, school cannot come soon enough. “I am really looking forward to getting started and making this the best year ever.”

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

A little bit of history is making a special stop in Garibaldi, on Friday. Thirty-six feet of history, to be exact, in the form of 36391, a recently rebuilt TR model Coast Guard motor lifeboat from 1934.

“It was the workhorse for all Coast Guard stations,” said Albert “Ole” Olsen, retired Coast Guard captain. He added the TR models were self-righting and self-bailing and were used on the east coast, west coast and on the Great Lakes for rescue missions. “It’s the only one fully opera-

tional –- probably – on the west coast.” The owner of the boat, Glen Cathers, is taking it to various Coast Guard Lifeboat stations, according to Olsen and has invited to Cathers to display the

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Theft a rising issue By Ann Powers editor@northcoastcitizen.com

The Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office reports a spike in vehicle and property theft over the past few weeks, and expects more to follow due to pleasant weather and the upcoming Labor Day weekend. “We are seeing an increase,” Lt. Jim Horton said. “It’s one of the biggest issues we have with the nice weather and holiday weekend.” Horton said the crimes are primarily occurring near trailheads along the Highway 6 corridor and bleeding down into the southern part of the county. Culprits are targeting parked, unoccupied vehicles. Horton confirmed entire vehicles have been reported stolen, while other cases involve the theft of wallets, purses, electronic devices and more from inside cars, trucks and RVs. He added detectives and patrol officers are working together on several open cases and have identified persons of interest in some. No arrests had been reported as of press time. “We would like to see everyone take some extra measures to secure their property and be safe,” said Horton. “Don’t leave your car unoccupied containing valuables and (lock) your vehicles.” Officials urge anyone with information about the crimes, or have become victims themselves, to contact their local law enforcement agency.

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

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

funds she’s earned and the money she’s saved working at Sisters and Pete’s Coffee and Treats in Manzanita. “She’s going to be an excellent pastry chef,” said Stacey Diehl, the shop’s owner. “She’s driven. She’s got a plan and sticking with it.” To ensure diversity, JBF officials said one awardee is selected from each of the ten geographic regions defined by the Foundation in a variety of fields. “The National Scholars Program supports a diverse group of students exploring virtually every educational discipline, whether that be history, anthropology, economics, management, or the sciences—as viewed through the lens of food,” said Kris Moon, JBF vice president. According to the organization’s website, the Foundation was established in 1986 to pay tribute and continue the work of the late Courtesy photo/Debbie Sherman James Beard - a “pioneer Jamey Sherman showcases some of her pastry foodie” whose passion expertise. helped pave the way for food movements. The National publications. April 1, 2017. For more inScholars Program joins a Applications for next formation visit jamesbeard. robust collection of JBF year’s $20,000 award will org. services supporting culinary be available online starting education, dialogue and


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