Contents Civics 101
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Librarian’s dismissal contested, investigation begins ...4 Town hall meeting planned on water quality ..............5
Business
Have You Winterized?
Travel Oregon, GROWedc stage rural tourism ‘studio’....6
Passages Ronald Johnson..........................................................7 Lance Cpl. Ty Hart.........................................................8
Our Neighbors - Special Section Chamber awards banquet Feb. 18...............................1N Large business honoree – Santiam Hospital..................2N Small business honoree – Where to Start Fitness..........7N Rotary presents Future First Citizens.........................9N First Impressions honoree – Stayton Veterinary..........11N
Datebook......................................................14 Sports & Recreation Coach Turner retires after Cascade state title..............13
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