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Boardman Rural Firefighters mint commemorative coins In 2008 there was a huge fire that encompassed a great portion of the Bombing Range and Nature Conservancy lands south of Boardman. “Nearly 315,000 acres burned during the week of June 30 to July 7,” recalls Boardman Rural Fire Protection District (BRFPD) Assistant Fire Chief Bill Ellis. Initially, the Boardman crew put in 41 hours fighting the fire before they turned the fire over to mutual aid, which is a cooperation of area fire protection units: Stanfield, Hermiston, Umatilla, Irrigon, Pendleton, Heppner, Lexington, Ione firefighting crews. That allowed the Boardman crew to take a break, rest up and then return to their fire fighting duties. Assistant Fire Chief Bill Ellis
began his career as a volunteer in April, 1991 with BRFPD; then in 1998 he became the Assistant Chief, which was a part-time paid position. In 2004 the position became a full-time paid position. Shortly after the 2008 fire, Ellis and his wife, Tammy vacationed at the Oregon coast. They stopped in at a gift shop in Rockaway Beach, where Ellis found a pewter coin that was for firefighters, with a fireman’s prayer on one side and the Maltese Cross, which is the universal insignia for firefighters nationwide on the other side. Bill thought this might be a fitting “thank you” gift to all Boardman crew who assisted with fighting the horrendous fire, so he purchased one for each person. He remem-
Some of the 25 firefighters, 9 board and 20 fire corps members display their BRFPD coins.
Puter, Bronze, Gold, Silver and Coper Challenge coins
Oregon Cultural Trust featured at December Chamber luncheon The December Boardman Chamber Luncheon will feature Kimberly Howard, Trust Manager of The Oregon Cultural Trust. The Trust was authorized in 1999 to increase public and private support for Oregon’s arts, heritage and humanities. Its visionary goal: create a sustainable $200 million permanent endowment for culture. Come learn more about this great Oregon project. Judy’s Scott’s ChuckWagon will be the caterer for this month. The lunch is Wednesday, Decem-
ber 15 at the Port of Morrow. Serving begins at 11:45 am, the cost is $10.00 per person and an RSVP is required by Monday, December 13. Call the Chamber at 541-481-3014. The Ambassadors will hold a special 50/50 drawing this month; It is a “heads or tails” special 50/50 contest. Bring your $5.00 and get in on the fun. The winner will receive 50% of the proceeds and the other 50% will be donated to the Cultural Trust in your name. So, don’t forget an extra $5.00 for a good time and a good cause.
bered from his US Marine Corps days that they also had special coins, and the Marines had a “challenge”. When one Marine meets another, the member produces his coin and challenges the other Marine to produce his. If the challenged Marine didn’t have his coin on him, he was required to purchase a drink for the challenger. Ellis envisioned a similar circumstance for the firefighters so they would treasure their coin and carry it with them always. “I started pulling a challenge out with this coin and everyone else started doing the same. It pulled us all together as a cohesive unit,” says Ellis. The Boardman Fire Fighter’s Association decided to mint their own coins. They used profits from volunteer events such as Christmas tree sales, car washes and the BBQ Cook-off to pay for the coins.
A contest was held for the development of artwork, which had to include four elements: BRFPD’s mascot ‘Scorch’ (a little devil), the Maltese Cross, the American flag, and the words “Boardman Rural Fire Protection District”. Any other design could be added. Seven people entered and after a tie they decided to take elements from each design to create the coins. Ellis researched many places who mint coins, finally choosing an American company over International companies. Northwest Territorial Mint produced four coins specific to BRFPD: a bronze coin labeled ‘Rookie’ for when a volunteer passes the entry level firefighter or when a fire corps member volunteers 25 hours. A silver coin is labeled ‘Firefighter I’ and is earned when a firefighter passes the tests for that designation or when a fire corps member volunteers 50 hours.
A gold coin is inscribed with personal call number or fire truck number, and is earned when a firefighter passes the Firefighter II exam or when a fire corps member volunteers 100 hours. These three coins can only be earned by BRFPD volunteers or staff. A copper coin is available for purchase by the firefighters to be given out of respect to those assisting with the mission of BRFPD. All past and present board of director members also received a gold coin. The receipt of a coin is not to be taken lightly: there is a two-page set of rules governing the usage. The esprit de corps of the volunteers has taken a huge leap forward. They are striving to earn their next firefighter level and the coins help. “I love my country, community and family, my job, and everything I stand for is in this coin,” says Bill Ellis.
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Community Calendar December, 2010 3 Storyhour (most Fridays) Oregon Trail Library Boardman @10:455 4 Breakfast@Boardman Senior Center 6 Morrow County Veterans Service Officer (each Monday & Thursday) 8:00 am to Noon & 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, 290 NE Main, Irrigon, Public Health Clinic (each Monday &Tuesday ) 8:30 - 4:30 pm closed 12:30 - 1:00 pm Boardman - County Building Irrigon Senior Meal (each Monday) Stokes Landing in Irrigon - Noon Boardman Fire Corps monthly meeting at the fire station, 300 SW Wilson Lane, Boardman at 6:00 pm. Community Womens Club (2nd Monday) 7:00 pm Gardening Friends meets (2nd Monday each month) 2 pm at Margie Parks home, call 481-9457 for directions Greenfield Grange Meeting (2nd Monday) 6:30 pm, Boardman Grange 7 Boardman Senior Meal (each Tuesday & Thursday) Noon, Senior Center Boardman, located by the City Hall Greenfield Grange Pinochle (each Tuesday) - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Grange Women meeting 2:00 pm, in the home of Hazel Miller, 111 NW Boardman Ave. Boardman City Council - (1st & 3rd Tuesday each month) 9 Domestic Violence/Womens Support Group (each Thursday) 4:00-6:30 pm at SCF Office in Boardman Boardman Rural Fire Protection District Meeting, (2nd Thursday of each month) Fire Hall 300 SW Wilson Lane. @1:00 pm Columbia River Harvesters meeting (2nd Thursday each month) at The Greenfield Grange, Boardman, 7 pm 15 County Court - Boardman - River Front Center - 9:00 am Boardman City Planning Commission - City Hall - 7:00 pm Boardman Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Noon, Port of Morrow 16 Boardman Kiwanis Meeting (1st & 3rd Thursday of each month) River Lodge & Grill @ 6:30 21 FIRST DAY OF WINTER 25 CHRISTMAS
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Booster Club building concession stand for Riverside
The Riverside Booster Club has held the Booster Bash for the past several years to raise funds for their big project: a new concession stand at the football field. Morrow County tippage fees have assisted with the funding. Included within the building will be three restrooms, a storage room and a small shower/locker room. The concession stand is located adjacent to the new wrestling gymnasium at the east end of the football field. Completion of the concession stand is projected for April, 2011. The Booster Club would like to thank everyone for their help and donations.
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City of Boardman sets priority for Snow & Ice Control Program A Boardman Tradition Since 1978 Great Last Minute Gifts: Boxed Chocolates, Family Games & Puzzles, Toys, Athletic and Sporting Goods, Sterling Silver Jewelry, House wares, Liquor , Gift Cards and Gift Certificates Wrap Wrap! We have: Bubble Wrap, Ribbon, Gift Wrap, Gift Boxes Tags, Gift Bags and Mailing Wrap. Gift Wrapping is Available Ho-Ho– Ho! GIGANTIC CLEARANCE of all holiday décor items to help you “Deck the Halls:” Holiday Decorations, Indoor & Outdoor Lights, Ornaments, Garland, and window clings at ridiculously low clearance prices.
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We all know how unpredictable the weather can be in our area. We have experienced winters (normally December, January and February) with no snow accumulation, to winters such as we’ve had in the past that deposited heavy snow accumulation. With a population of over 3000 and 80 plus lane-miles of streets, the City is continually striving to provide an acceptable level of snow and ice control. NORMAL SNOW CONDITIONS Our fleet of snow fighting equipment is readied before the ice and snow seasons each year. One, five-yard dump truck with sanding box and plow, 2.5 ton dump truck with sanding box and plow, combined with a crew of trained equipment operators, will keep major streets passable.
The City has established procedures and policies for addressing snow plowing and sanding of the streets. The procedures and policies are set on a priority basis, which set predetermined routes as follows: First Priority: All major arterial streets and arterial intersections considered to be the highest priorities to keep open the main streets and roadway systems connecting the fire station, police station, emergency medical services, and schools. Second Priority: Collector streets and selected areas such as steep hills and other problem areas identified by the public works department and/or police department. Third Priority: Residential Streets
CITIZEN RESPONSIBILITIES Snow can be beautiful, but it also can create hazards. When residents fail to clear their sidewalks, the result can be a treacherous ice patch. We need your help in protecting pedestrians from possible injury. Residents are responsible to maintain their sidewalks and driveways adjacent to their property. Please pile snow on your yard, not in the street. If your sidewalk is icy, you may correct the hazard by applying a heavy coat of sand. Handicapped, elderly or other individuals unable to clean snow from their sidewalks may choose to contact someone to do this job for them. The following may provide this service to you: RHS Wrestling Team – Coach Boor 481- 2525.
Caring Trees Banner Bank and Bank of Eastern Oregon are joining forces for Boardman’s Christmas Caring Tree Don’t forget to stop by and pick out your Angels from the Caring Tree this Holiday Season. Help make a child’s Christmas special! Applications for including families in the program are available at both banks and must be returned by Dec. 8th.
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Local foundation seeks donations 2011 is just around the corner, and North Morrow Community Foundation (NMCF) is once again requesting your new or continued support for the arts in North Mor-
NMCF 2010 achievements. Donations in 2010 provided these FREE Arts Impact Youth Programs: Two Hampstead Stage Co. Assemblies, Shakespeare for Kids, and The
Sam Boardman Students Actors help crown the Prince in The Prince and the Pauper, November 17, 2010 Photos contributed row communities of Boardman & Irrigon. These are extremely difficult times, but a donation to NMCF is put right to work in Morrow County. Just what is the North Morrow Community Foundation? Who is involved? Where do donations go? Why should I help? NMCF is a publicly supported non-profit organization, with Federal tax-exempt status. We rely on community donations and grant funding to operate our programs. We provide free or minimal cost arts enrichment programs for youth and families in Boardman & Irrigon. Foundation Directors are Morrow County residents. Two live in Irrigon and three live in Boardman. Priorities are to: enrich the arts in local schools and communities and ensure that local youth receive a wide range of experiences in the arts, heritage, and cultural activities. All donations are used for enrichment programs in Boardman and Irrigon Schools As you consider your charitable giving this holiday season, please take a moment to review
Prince and the Pauper at A.C. Houghton, Sam Boardman Elemen-
Jr/Sr High School and Riverside Jr. High school; Two weeks of Artists in Residency with Muralist Carol Poppinga for A.C. Houghton Elementary students; Two weeks of Artist in Residency with Fiddler Kelly Thibodaux at Sam Boardman; Spring Break workshops and two performances of “King Arthur’s Quest” by Missoula Children’s Theater and support for the Tri County Junior High Band Festival held at Riverside High; and Five Portland Taiko Drum Assemblies for elementary and Jr./Sr. High Schools. Community donations for the “Arts Impact Youth” project are vital for North Morrow Community Foundation to continue supplementing the existing arts curriculum in Irrigon and Boardman Schools. Donations of any amount are much appreciated, and even small donations quickly add up to make a big impact. Automatic payroll deduction/donations are especially appreciated as they help us plan book our events early. We invite you to help us with our goal to promote the interest in the arts with a donation of any amount. Please support us by mailing your check to: North Morrow
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Boardman approves development code changes November 2nd the Boardman City Council adopted an Ordinance updating the City’s Development Code. The language changes to the Development Code are mostly housekeeping in nature. They include changes to building orientation and building form for multifamily structures, eliminating paving requirements for rear yard garages and/or carports, building materials, and addresses accessory structures on property with special considerations. The City plans to submit the adopted changes to the Department of Land Conservation and Development by the end of the week to notify them of these changes.
Boardman Community Club Annual Canned Food & Coat Drive Use the bag provided on your door or one of your own to deposit canned food/ non-perishable food items and coats. The bags will be collected and distributed to local individuals and families for Christmas Food Baskets. Boardman Community Club members will distribute bags on Dec. 5th & pick up the bags on Sunday, December 12th. Place your donation bags at your front doorstep and the members will pick them up. For more info call Glaya Baker 481-7488 or Cheryle Taylor 481-2338
Happy Holidays!
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Boardman Buzzzzzzzz
Diane Wolfe, CEO It’s Christmas time in Boardman, at least the snow we had just before Thanksgiving Good Shepherd Lutheran Church The community is invited to join the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church at 420 Locust Road for a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service on Friday, December 24 at 7:00 pm. Roaring 20’s – Annual Community Awards Banquet The Boardman Chamber of Commerce invites you to attend the Outstanding Citizen’s Award Reception on Saturday, February 5, 2011. After a delicious dinner the guests will help us recognize four outstanding citizens for the Business of the Year, Citizen of the Year, Educator of the Year and the Pioneer Award. We need you to stop in the chamber office and pick up a nomination form and nominate your outstanding citizens. After the awards are presented you will have your chance at the gaming tables; including roulette, black jack, craps and poker with the opportunity to win some really great prizes. Take advantage of the opportunity to promote your business by sponsoring the gaming tables, social table or Awards Night sponsor. We are also gathering great prizes for the Silent Auction and for the prize table for the casino winners. Call the chamber if you have any questions and make sure your calendar is marked for Saturday, February 5. Layers of Boardman The Boardman Chamber Membership Directory and Visitor Guide will be showcasing the “Layers of Boardman”. The
certainly put me in the Christmas spirit! I do love snow! It just makes me smile! I know some of my “friends” called and told me to turn off the snow, but I just told them sorry, I like it! But I don’t have to go anywhere for the holidays! This year has gone really fast, we accomplished a lot, but I have so much more I wanted to get done by the end of the year. So I will be working really hard for the next month. Wonder if I can get done in a month what I have wanted to committee is busy re-writing all the copy, selecting new pictures and selling the advertising for the magazine. Don’t miss this great opportunity to showcase your business to all the people that visit Boardman, are looking to relocate here and the ones lucky enough to actually live here! We need your help to make sure this is the best possible promotion we can do for Boardman. Please contact the chamber if you have any pictures you would let us use and please let Diane know if you are interested in purchasing an ad for the directory. Board Election The Boardman Chamber Board of Directors election results were announced at the November Membership Lunch. The board members selected to serve a three year term were; Don Drayton, Pacific Ethanol; Julie Gisi, Bank of Eastern Oregon; Dean Kegler, ZeaChem; and Wendy Osgood, Oregon First Community Credit Union. Merry Christmas The Boardman Chamber of Commerce would like to take this opportunity to Thank the residents of Boardman for your support this past year and wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year.
do for a year!?! Oh well, worth a try. First of all I want to thank each and every one of you for allowing me to serve as your Executive Director for another year. This is more than a job to me, and I love every minute of it (almost). I so much enjoy helping out and working on all the different projects for the community. The Senior Breakfast is such a great time to meet new people and to visit with the ones that I only see every month. I re-
ally enjoy working on the Community Thanksgiving Committee and Dinner. Penny and Jane do such a great job. I have a lot of fun working with the Kiwanis Club of Boardman and all of their projects. They do wonderful things for our community and they are great to work with. I have enjoyed getting involved with Good Shepherd Lutheran Church and working with Pastor Paul and all of the members. This is a great community to live and work in and I am so glad that I
am able to call Boardman home. Special thanks to the Chamber’s Board of Directors for all they do to benefit the chamber and the community, to all the volunteers that I have the opportunity to work with, and to all the residents of Boardman making this a great place to live and work. Have a very Merry Christmas and Best Wishes for 2011 to be your best year ever. Till next year. Di
Tillicum Club
Christmas Lighting Contest Judging will be December 20th 5 - 8 pm Categories are:
Chevy Chase, Traditional, Best Theme, Business First place: $25.00, 2nd place: $15.00; there will also be an honorable mention in each category.
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Christmas Trees For Sale Begins December 3rd! Hours : Monday - Sunday 8 am to 8 pm Location: Boardman Fire Department 300 SW Wilson Lane - 541-481-3473 (FIRE)
Grand 4’-5’ 5’-6’ 6’-7’ 7’-8’
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Noble $20 $25 $30 -
Douglas $15 $20 $25
Please ask a representitive about special orders for other sizes/types
Boardman Fire Department Have your picture taken with Santa December 4th & 5th 1-4 PM
November is National Hospice Month November is National Hospice month, a perfect time to pay tribute to those who give end of life care. Pioneer Memorial Hospice would like to express our deepest appreciation for the kind and loving service our Hospice volunteers provide to the people of Morrow and Gilliam County. Our volunteers are: Diana Ball, Joan Basile, Dewena Bates, Nella Britt, Louis and Betty Carlson, Kate Close, Barb Coiner, Norm and Marie DeBoer, Janis Dyer, Alice Ellis, Cyde Estes, Joyce Hickerson, Barbara Hug, Sharon Jones, Judy Laughlin, Sally Maddern, Sherree Mahoney, Pennie Miller, George
Nairns, Beth Pemberton, Tamra Ramsey, Delia Robinson, Florine Robinson, Kathy Skinner, Paul and Debbie Sumner, Rita VanSchoiack, Carolyn Willey, Larry Wilson. We would also like to welcome our newest volunteers in Condon: Jonna McKay, Sandra Hassing, Larry McGunnigle and Marcia Pidgeon. If you would like information regarding Hospice care, please contact us at 541-676-2946. Information is also available on-line at the Hospice Foundation of America at www.hospicefoundation.org. or the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization at www.nhpc.org.
Save The Date –Auditions for 2011 Missoula Children’s Theater –January 17, 4:00 pm The annual Missoula Children’s Theater workshops and performances will be conducted at A.C. Houghton Elementary School, in Irrigon. The workshop directors will hold auditions at 4:00 pm on Monday, January 17. The play will be “Betty Lou and the Country Beast,” a comical adaptation of “Beauty and the Beast.” Rehearsals will begin January 17, from 4:00 - 8:00 pm. Two performances will be given on Saturday, January 22. The Matinee performance will be at 3:30 pm, and Evening Performance will be at 5:30 pm. “Missoula Theater does not have a Director team in our region
during 2011 Spring Break. We were offered the week of January 17 – 22, and we are anxious to see how after-school rehearsals go,” said a North Morrow Community Foundation representative. “Many youth leave the area during Spring Break, and this earlier date could give them a professional theater opportunity.” Missoula Children’s Theater workshops and performances are free to students in Boardman and Irrigon Schools. Parts and costumes are available for K – 12 students. More details will soon be available. And Save January 17-22 afternoons for Betty Lou and the Country Beast!
Piano & Voice Lessons All ages - All Levels Kathy Turner Bachelor of Music Education Masters of Arts 541-481-3532 29 years of Teaching Experience
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2nd Annual Community Thanksgiving Celebration
Volunteers enjoyed working at their stations
(L-R ) Jordon Braun, Jim Ringle, Carol and Ray Michael helped out in the kitchen November 25th. Letter to the Editor We are so thankful for the wonderful people of Boardman. Again this year the Area Churches came together to sponsor the Community Thanksgiving Celebration held at the Boardman Senior Center November 25. We had willing Board Members with great ideas, and over 100 volunteers who worked very hard to make the event a success. Their smiles and encouragement, and the smiles of the people who came to share their Thanksgiving with us, made this year’s Celebration a joy for us. Sam Boardman Elementary, and the Senior Center, graciously al-
lowed us to use their facilities. And we received abundant donations from area businesses and individuals. Thank you. We also praise our Lord Jesus Christ, for the success of this venture. Things ran smoothly, and we were safe in the snow. We know that He was our Strength and our Hope. We will continue to lift our Community before Him, that He will grant it, His Greatest Blessing. Thank you Boardman! Jane Akers & Penny Jurney & The Board Members of The Community Thanksgiving Celebration
Cassidy Braun, 13 was on clean up duty helping with the dishes.
RHS Key Club Members Oscar Lopez, Melanie Mejia, Juana Gaytan, and Nuvia Ramirez serve Thanksgiving dinner at the Boardman Senior Center November 25th.
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Pioneer Memorial Hospital Foundation dontates to Area Health Education Center The Pioneer Memorial Hospital Foundation in Heppner, Oregon has donated $2,000 to Northeast Oregon Area Health Education Center (AHEC) to develop a new Future Health Professionals program for high school students in Heppner, Ione, Boardman and Irrigon. Brenna Dunlap, Educational Coordinator for Northeast Oregon AHEC, is working with Morrow and Wallowa County school districts on a Moodle program, a free web application that educators can use to create effective online learning sites. The cost to develop the program and cover supplies for one year is $2,000. Future Health Professionals of Oregon program teaches fundamental skills required for health career exploration and the educational requirements for higher education. The program includes a service learning or job shadowing component which, as research shows, helps increase students’ understanding of community needs and commitment to commu-
nity service. Students have the opportunity to earn 2 college credits. Northeast Oregon AHEC was established in 1990. Their mission is to attract and retain health care professionals by providing regional educational opportunities. Northeast Oregon AHEC is a nonprofit organization that primarily serves the ten counties (Baker, Gilliam, Grant, northern Malheur, Morrow, Sherman, Umatilla, Union, Wallowa, and Wheeler) by working in partnership with Oregon Health Sciences University, four other AHEC centers and health training institutions to achieve its mission. Northeast Oregon AHEC accomplishes its mission by providing: · Rural education and training for health professions students · Continuing education to all health professionals · Health career education for youth, learners of all ages and teachers Northeast Oregon AHEC
places emphasis on “growing its own.” Medical school surveys indicate health care professionals who grew up in a rural community are more likely to choose a rural practice than those who have no ties to a rural community. Over the years Northeast Oregon AHEC has ignited interest in the health careers of Molly Barrow Calhoun of Ione and Trisha Adams of Heppner, to name a few local students. Additionally, in the last four years two students from Irrigon and four students from Boardman have attended Northeast Oregon AHEC’s summer MedQuest program. The members of the Pioneer Memorial Hospital Foundation understand the benefits of creating awareness and opportunities for youth to choose health careers. They support long-term bonds with their health oriented youth and the health care providers in their community. For more information, please contact Amy Dunkak, Executive Director of Northeast Oregon AHEC and visit our website www.eou.edu/neoahec
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Kinder: Caden Szazs, Abraham Zapata, Nataly Matir, Samantha Fulsang, Braydyn Russell, Jose Morales, Loli Jacquez, Brenda Trujillo, Abril Rosales, Yasmin Martinez, Allison Newton, Halie Orcutt, Armando Ibarra, Catherine Ruiz, Gustavo Zuniga, and Dayanara Lopez 1st Grade: Isabella Gonzalez, Carlos Magana, Lelila Cambero, Mariela Mendoza, Benancio Sanchez, Ali Zapata, Erika Rodriguez, Alexis Sanchez, Layla Castillo, Lisete Cisneros, Gabriela Avila, Jasmin Lopez, Brock Barrett, Logan Cordova, and Estefani Llamas. 2nd Grade: Gavin Cates, Susan Newton, Cinthia Diaz, Ramon Montes, Natalie Reed, Roselyn Caldera, Myles Harper, Hailee Pratt, Samantha Rea, Alyssa Luna, Gunnar Livingston, Daria Sanchez, Adaisya Ferrer, Oryon Flores, Heidi Chavez, Ana Calvillo. 3rd Grade: Aaliyah Calderon, Jacqueline Amaya, Neftali Pacheco, Arrik Russell, Juan Frausto, Destiny Aldrich, Anddy Martir, Zoey Gilbert, Karen Cambero, Eric Medrano, Jose D. Rodriguez, and Blake Davis.
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The Basics of Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage Have you heard about Medicare prescription drug coverage, but you’re not quite sure how it works? Also called “Part D”, this type of insurance helps you pay for prescription drugs at participating pharmacies like ours. No matter your health or income, you are eligible for it if you have Medicare. To avoid a penalty, you need to sign up for it as soon as you become eligible for Medicare. (This is the period three months before and three months after your 65th birthday.) Even if you don’t need a lot of medications now, you might later. That’s why it makes sense to consider joining, so you’ll pay a lower price in the future. Whether or not you choose Part D coverage depends in part on how good your current coverage is. If you’re currently covered through your employer or union, they will provide information that tells you how much your current plan covers compared with Medicare. You can get Part D coverage in one of two ways: You can join a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan (PDP). Or, you can join a Medicare Advantage Plan (MA-PD) or another Medicare Health Plan that offers drug coverage. You get all your Medicare coverage, including Part D, through a Medicare Advantage Plan. Both brand-name and generic medications are covered under either plan. Available to you through private companies approved by Medicare, these plans vary in cost and the drugs covered. So choose a plan that works best for you. If you need more coverage, for example, you might choose a plan with a higher premium. And, you’ll want to make sure the plan you choose covers the drugs you need. The list of drugs covered through the plan is called a formulary. If you want to, you can change your plan each year between November 15 and December 31. Then the new plan begins on January 1. Although Medicare doesn’t cover all your drug costs, it can protect you if you have high or unexpected prescription drug bills. Monthly premiums range from $8 to $121 with a deductible and small copay for each drug. Premiums are the monthly cost you pay to join a drug plan. The deductible is the amount you pay for prescriptions before the plan kicks in. Copayments are the amount you pay after you’ve paid the full deductible. If you qualify for extra help due to limited resources, you may not have to pay a premium or deductible. To learn more about this, call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213. If you don’t qualify for extra help, your drug plan may have what’s called the “donut hole.” This coverage gap is a period when you will have to pay for all your prescription drug costs yourself, unless you have a plan that offers some coverage during this gap. It begins once you and your plan have spent $2,830 on prescription drugs. After that, you continue to pay your monthly premium and pay for the next $4,550 of your drug costs. (These figures are for 2010) In 2010, if you entered the “donut hole” you will receive a one-time $250 rebate check if you are not already receiving Medicare Extra Help. These checks mailed mid-June. Once you reach your coverage gap limit, you pay a small amount for each of your drugs for the rest of the year. In 2011, if you reach your coverage gap, you will receive a 50% discount when buying Part D-covered brand-name prescription drugs. If you need more information to help you compare plans, go to www.medicare.gov/ or call 1-800-633-4226. I can also provide you with resources that might simplify things for you.
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A Salute to our Honor Students
Riverside 4.0 students: (L-R Front Row) Dixie Gonzalez, Stephanie Madrigal, Juana Martinez, Jordan Mashos, Edith Velasco. (Middle Row) Yvette Barrera, Gabrielle Ganvoa, Diego Pacheco, Sarah Bose, Arik Corpus, Samantha Hernandez, (Back Row) Leticia Alvarez, Emily Cornelius, Paola Cuevas, Cody Frederickson, Brigham Hansen, KaLynn McKee, and Whitley Reece. Quarter 1 Honor Roll Riverside JuniorSenior High School SEVENTH GRADE 4.0 Gonzalez, Dixie Madrigal, Stephanie Martinez, Juana Mashos, Jordan Velasco, Edith 3.5-3.9 Barton, Cari Frederickson, Kristen Ibarra, Ryan Killion, Wayne Melendez, Natalie Mendoza, Jeny Schmidt, Brigette 0-3.49 Agripino, Jose Alba, Gabriela Barresse, Rory Caldera, Alejandra Chapagai, Ghana Corpus, Ariana Guzman, Juliana Hahn, Ryan Juarez, Gema Lopez, Maribel Madrigal, Andrea Melendez, Lilian Strickland, Brandon EIGHTH GRADE 4.0 Barrera, Yvette Ganvoa, Gabrielle Pacheco, Diego 3.5-3.9 Aldrich, Bethany Bither, Paige Conlon, Elijah Hearn, Megan
Mendoza, Brian Miller, Clay Obrist, Sara Ponce, Laura Pratt, Marissa Rodriguez, Maria 3.0-3.49 Ramirez, Miguel Barajas, Bianca Cardenas, Joan Flores Madrigal, Sandra Gaytan, Lizbeth Gaytan, Lizeth Harrison, Adrian Hasbell, Adara Hibbitts, Smokey Hood, Daniel Jimenez, Kelvin Keefer, M Jlyn Koehler, Sierra Koirala, Priyanka Melendez, Briana Muniz, Antonio Murillo, Emmanuel Puerta, Jasmine Rockwell, Hans Rodelo, Abel Taylor, Miranda FRESHMEN 4.0 Bose, Sarah Corpus, Arik Hernandez, Samantha 3.5-3.9 Pacheco, Jesus E 3.0-3.49 Garcia, Anna Gonzalez, Brian Groce, Catherine Guerra, Cristina Jimenez, Karla
Lezama, Jaqueline Mendoza, Clarissa Sepulveda, Mario Taylor, Katelyn SOPHOMORE 4.0 Alvarez, Leticia Cornelius, Emily Cuevas, Paola 3.5-3.9 Fregoso, Mayra Hearn, Caitlin Leon, Stephanie Mendoza, Paola Morales, Cinthia Murillo, Omar Navarro, Edgar 3.0-3.49 Baucum, Michael Gisi, Kenneth Harrison, Vincent Nelson, Shelby Orozco, Michael Puerta, Daniel Rodriguez, Deirdre Mendoza, Gabriela Virelas-Garcia, Pablo JUNIOR 3.5-3.9 Barrera, Sonia Martinez, Cristina Mendoza, Jaime Navarro, Nereida Rosales, Pablo-Josue Wightman, Taylor Zuniga, Ignacio 3.0-3.49 Ashe, Jennifer S Bose, Lance Broadbent, Kiefer Chopin, Diana Cortes, Salvador
Windy River 4.0 students: (L-R Front Row) Veronica Alvarez, Brendy Avalos, Rose Jurcich, Jared Miller, Michelle Schmidt, Karina Llamas. (Middle Row) Misael Madrigal, Daniel Rodriguez-Pena, Katie Gilbert, Taylor Hamby, Sadie Hasbell, Lacey Mashos. (Back Row) Kassidy McCullough, Gabrielle Miller, Jennifer Rodriguez-Pena, Emily Sepulveda, Kristen Taylor and Caleb Thomas.
Damitz, Mercaide Graff, Trevor Hansen, Briton Keefer, Mykel Mendoza, Yolanda Murillo, Esmeralda Prado, Mayra Rea, Devon Rodriguez, Erick Rodriguez, JoseLuis Ruiz, Erik Sanchez, Araceli SENIOR 4.0 Frederickson, Cody Hansen, Brigham McKee, KaLynn Reece, Whitley 3.5-3.9 Connell, Jordan Correa, Jackelyne Doherty, Emily Fuentes, Stephanie Gaytan, Juana Gutierrez, Brianda Kummer, Michael Medina, William Mendoza, Alejandra Ramirez-Romero, Nuvia 3.0-3.49 Cardenas, Michelle Carvajal, Claudia Fernandez, Jose Guenther, Forrest Guzman, Yvette Harrison, Anthony Madrigal, Oscar Martinez, Francisco Mejia, Melanie Rodriguez, Ezio Sepulveda, Stephanie Villegas, Noel
Quarter 1 Honor Roll Windy River 4th Graders 4.0 Alvarez, Veronica Avalos, Brendy Jurcich, Rose Miller, Jared Schmidt, Michelle 3.5 to 3.9 Flores, Brenda Barresse, Aidan Caldera, Alondra Diaz, Fatima Harris, Brandon Matthews-McCord, Joshua McCullough, Jenna Rodelo, Anthony Durfey, Dakota Ferrer, Genesis Daltoso, Estrella Davila, Lilliana Finley, Emma Metcalf, Sabreena Virelas-Garcia, Monica Diaz, Emily Papineau, Nadalie Reagan, Scout Wheeler, Grace Luna, Karrizima Zapata, Blas Cambero, Alexis Gonzalez, Stephanie Hurley, Lane Juarez, Brandon Madrigal, Lizbet 3.0-3.49 Ramirez, Nestor Frederickson, Chance Sanchez, Daisy Gutierrez, Allan Brown, Elizabeth Chavez, Francisco Ibarra, Odalys Mendoza, Nadia Ghising, David Avila-Rojas, Briseyda Groves, Sarah
Reyes-Rosales, Christian Ruiz-Gomez, Debora Torres, Juan 5th Graders 4.0 Llamas, Karina Madrigal, Misael Rodriguez-Pena, Daniel 3.5 to 3.9 Barrera, Ruby Corpus, Aramis Hernandez, Abigail Madrigal, Kevin Olvera, Luis Chapagai, Durga Medel, Zuleyma Smith, Malyssa Calvillo, Jessica Castillo, Quincy Medina, Sonia Meza, Fabian Wightman, Skylar Zuniga, Lizeth Zapata, Samantha Melendez, Andy 3.0-3.49 Garay-Rojo, Katia Amaya, Gustavo Flores, Yonatan Navarro, Ricardo Barrera, Maydi Perez-Sanchez, Jose Bither, Sterling Barajas, Ana Calvillo, Alicia Bozarth, Abigail Finley, Lisa Lopez, Larry Lopez-Paniagua, Marielene 6th Graders 4.0 Gilbert, Katie Hamby, Taylor Hasbell, Sadie Mashos, Lacey McCullough, Kassidy Miller, Gabrielle Rodriguez-Pena, Jennifer Sepulveda, Emily
Taylor, Kirsten Thomas, Caleb 3.5 to 3.9 Bishop, Brianne Carmack, Donovon Mendoza, Tania Pena, Marino Rockwell, Aristotle Calvillo, Marvin Castillo, Eon Daltoso, Mirna Lopez, Ruben Axtell, Kynzee Lomas, Belinda Sifford, Vizta Weatherford, Sadie Rodriguez, Veronica Escobedo, Ivan Altamirano, Bryan Bravo, Kevin Farias, Sergio Gutierrez, Bianca Hernandez, Giovanni Madrigal, Noe Lopez, Laura Rosales, Ricardo Villa, Ruben 3.0-3.49 Reagan, Scarlett Turner, Sonali Velasco, Xenia Collins, Shelby Bedolla Jr, Adolfo Davis, Shantel Garcia, Yaniva Pena, Minerva Cornelius, Daniel Ghising, Dixitka Rodriguez, David Garcia, Jorge Kennedy, Ruby Winchester, Morgan Calvillo, Jessica Hernandez, Abram Muniz, Joseph Zuniga, Angeles
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December 3, 2010
BEO Bancorp announces dividend for 2010 Heppner, Oregon, (November 18, 2010) “I am pleased to announce that the Board of Directors of BEO Bancorp has voted to declare a $0.20 per share dividend for 2010. The dividend will be paid to shareholders of record as of December 6, 2010, payable on or before December 15, 2010,” said president and CEO, Jeff Bailey. According to Board Chairman, Brad Anderson, “BEO Bancorp has paid a dividend 24 of the past 25 years. Dividends are a reflection of the financial stability and profitability of the bank. We are very happy to be able to provide this
dividend to our shareholders.” “In 2009, the board of directors made the prudent decision to forego payment of dividends during the recent recession. The actions helped to strengthen capital and complimented the successful capital raise of last winter. The board will continue to assess overall economic conditions and make decisions that are in the long term best interest of our shareholders, customers, employees, and communities,” concluded Bailey. For further information on the company or to access internet banking, please visit our website at http://www.beobank.com.
About BEO Bancorp BEO Bancorp is the holding company for Bank of Eastern Oregon, which operates 12 branches and two loan production offices in nine eastern Oregon counties. Branches are located in Arlington, Ione, Heppner, Condon, Irrigon, Boardman, Burns, John Day, Prairie City, Fossil, Moro and Enterprise; loan production offices are located in Hermiston and Ontario. Bank of Eastern Oregon also operates a mortgage division and offers brokerage services through BEO Financial Services. The bank’s website is www.beobank.com.
Tips from Gardening Friends By: Margie Park Ever wonder how to keep your Christmas Poinsettia fresh longer? Euphorbia Pulcherriama as it is known botanically has many common names Christmas Star, Christmas Flower, Painted Leaf, Lobster Plant, or Mexican Flameleaf to mention a few. It is a winter flowering shrub often reaching 10 feet in height. I have seen it growing outdoors in Southern California in the dead of winter to 10 to 10 feet up and eight feet across covered in gorgeous blooms. Poinsettias are native in the Central American Tropics. The plants one buys in the store have been carefully raised in green-
houses with strict temperature, humidity, and light controls. By the time my mother was 90 she had actually gotten one to rebloom once and last year one of mine rebloomed. I beat her by 22 years. You do the math. Here are some tips. 1.) When bringing your poinsettia to the car from the store, choose a warm day above 40 degrees. Place a paper bag over the plant top to protect from cold drafts. Walk briskly to your car, don’t stop to chat with friends. 2) If you heat your home with wood, do not place plant in same room with the wood stove. 3.) Water frequently, keep soil moist not soggy. Leave foil wrap on the pot to protect wood surfaces. 4.) Remove the center yel-
low part from each red bract for longer display of red petals. 5.) When red bracts start dropping (usually around Valentine’s Day) cut the plant about half way back and treat it like a green foliage plant. You can expect to spend from $5.00 to $50.00 for your poinsettia depending upon where you shop. Although most people like the traditional red one: Poinsettias also come in pinks, creams, white, salmon, burgundy, and even some dark shades with lighter color blotches and freckles. How fun is that? Enjoy your poinsettia and the holidays.
Be An Angel! Give your extra winter clothing to someone who needs it. Cold weather can be tough for families in North Morrow County. Warm clothing isn’t cheap. If you have more than you need, please donate your warm winter coats, snowsuits, sweaters, hats, mittens, and scarves. Bring your donations to CRCHS Let’s Warm Up North Morrow County! Columbia River Community Health Services 201 SW Kinkade, Boardman 541/481-7212
Sports Calendar December, 2010 Thursday 12/9 3:00PM: Girls Varsity Basketball @ Umatilla Tournament (Walla Walla Valley) 4:30PM: Boys Varsity Basketball @ Umatilla Tournament Friday 12/10 4:00PM: Boys Varsity Wrestling @ LaGrande High School TBA: Boys Varsity Basketball @ Umatilla Tournament TBA: Girls Varsity Basketball @ Umatilla Tournament Saturday 12/11 8:00AM: Boys 8th Basketball vs. Heppner A 8:00AM: Boys 7th Basketball vs. Heppner B 10:00AM: Boys 8th Basketball vs. Stanfield A 10:00AM: Boys 7th Basketball vs. Stanfield B 10:00AM: Boys Varsity Wrestling @ LaGrande High School 12:00PM: Boys 8th Basketball vs. Umatilla A 1:00PM: Boys 7th Basketball vs. Umatilla B TBA: Boys Varsity Basketball @ Umatilla Tournament TBA: Girls Varsity Basketball @ Umatilla Tournament TBA: Boys Junior Varsity Basketball @ Irrigon Tournament TBA: Girls Junior Varsity Basketball @ Irrigon Tournament Monday 12/13 5:30PM: Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Union High School 7:00PM: Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Union High School Tuesday 12/14 3:00PM: Girls Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Pilot Rock High 4:30PM: Boys Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Pilot Rock High 6:00PM: Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Pilot Rock High School 7:30PM: Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Pilot Rock High School Saturday 12/18 9:00AM: Boys 8th Basketball @ Umatilla A @ Umatilla 9:00AM: Boys 7th Basketball @ Umatilla B @ Umatilla 10:00AM: Boys 7th Basketball @ Irrigon B @ Umatilla 11:00AM: Boys 8th Basketball @ Irrigon A @ Umatilla 12:00PM: Boys 8th Basketball @ Weston A @ Umatilla 1:00PM: Girls Junior Varsity Basketball vs. McLoughlin Union 1:00PM: Boys 7th Basketball @ Weston B @ Umatilla 2:30PM: Boys Junior Varsity Basketball vs. McLoughlin Union 4:00PM: Girls Varsity Basketball vs. McLoughlin Union High 5:30PM: Boys Varsity Basketball vs. McLoughlin Union High TBA: Boys Varsity Wrestling @ McLoughlin Union High School Monday 12/20 3:00PM: Girls Junior Varsity Basketball @ Stanfield Secondary 4:30PM: Boys Junior Varsity Basketball @ Stanfield Secondary 6:00PM: Girls Varsity Basketball @ Stanfield Secondary School 7:30PM: Boys Varsity Basketball @ Stanfield Secondary School Tuesday 12/21 3:00PM: Girls JV Basketball vs. Sherman Co. Jr./Sr. High School 4:30PM: Boys Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Sherman County 6:00PM: Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Sherman County Jr./Sr. 7:30PM: Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Sherman County Jr./Sr. High Tuesday 12/28 3:00PM: Girls Junior Varsity Basketball @ Pilot Rock High 4:30PM: Boys Junior Varsity Basketball @ Pilot Rock High 6:00PM: Girls Varsity Basketball @ Pilot Rock High School 7:00PM: Boys Varsity Basketball @ Pilot Rock High School Wednesday 12/29 TBA: Boys Varsity Wrestling @ Pendleton High School Thursday 12/30 3:00PM: Girls Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Ione School 4:30PM: Boys Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Ione School 6:00PM: Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Ione School 7:30PM: Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Ione School TBA: Boys Varsity Wrestling @ Pendleton High School
http://www.highschoolsports.net/school/ Riverside-High-School-Boardman-OR/
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Oregon Trail Library Boardman Branch Fiction: Our Kind of Traitor – John LeCarre Promise Me – Richard Paul Evans In the aCompany of Others – Jan Karon Gingerbread Cookie Murder – Joanne Fluke Painted Ladies – Robert B. Parker Her Daughter’s Dream – Francine Rivers Call Me Mrs. Miracle – Debbie Macomber Chasing the Night – Iris Johansen Worth Dying For – Lee Child Confession – John Grisham Against All Things Ending – Stephen Donaldson Valcourt Heiress – Catherine Coulter Cross Fire – James Patterson Indulgence in Death – J.D. Robb Hells Corner – David Baldacci Towers of Midnight – Robert Jordan A Sister’s Test – Wanda Brunstetter
Happy Holidays from the Oregon Trail Library District! Holiday Hours: The Oregon Trail Library District libraries will close at 4pm Friday, Dec. 24th. The libraries will be closed Sat. Dec. 25th and Sat. Jan. 1st. Preschool Story Time & First Steps Toddler Time 10:30 - 11:30 am Friday, Dec. 3 - Gingerbread Man Friday, Dec. 10 - Grandparents Friday, Dec. 17 - Snowman Friday, Dec. 31 - New Year Boardman Library Hours: Mon. Noon - 8:00 PM Tues. Closed Wed. Noon - 8:00 PM Thu. 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Fri. 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sat. 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Sun. Closed
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December 3, 2010
NRCS announces local EQIP and WHIP application cutoff Heppner, November 8, 2010— Local farmers and ranchers interested in financial and technical assistance for conservation measures on their working lands have until December, 15, 2010 to apply for Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) and Wildlife Habitat Improvement Program (WHIP) funding for Federal fiscal year 2011. “EQIP and WHIP are voluntary conservation programs to help farmers and ranchers improve and enhance the condition of water, soil, wildlife habitat, and other natural resources on private working lands,” says Kacee Lathrop. The USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) ac-
cepts applications for EQIP and WHIP year-round. Funding decisions, however, are made at cutoff points during the year, with the current ranking period closing on December 15, 2010 for the following counties: Umatilla, Morrow, Gilliam, Grant and Wheeler. Applications that address local conservation priorities are evaluated and ranked for funding. The number of applications accepted will be based on ranking and available funding. Conservation priorities in Morrow County include practices that address rangeland health, such as grazing management, stock water developments, cross fencing, herbaceous weed control of annual grasses and
broadleafs, rangeland seeding, and wildlife habitat improvements. For AFOs funding is targeted for management plans. On Private forest lands funding is for practices that target forest health and wildfire prevention, such as thinning and slash treatment. The wildlife habitat improvements focus on habitat improvements related to the ODF&W Mule Deer Initiative. Interested parties should contact the Heppner USDA-NRCS service center located at 430 Linden Way. For more information about EQIP, including local ranking information, enrollment requirements and program payments, please visit the Oregon NRCS web site at: http:// www.or.nrcs.usda.gov.
City of Boardman pledges $70,000 to new health clinic Tuesday night the Boardman City Council pledged $70,000 over the next two years to the Columbia River Community Health Services (CRCHS) new building project. The City’s pledge will come in the form of cash and/or in-kind donations such as manual labor and waiving of City fees. The new 15,000 sq. ft. clinic will be built between Willowfork Drive and Wilson Lane in Boardman. The City Council was supportive of the project and believes it will
be an asset to the Boardman community. They hope other donors will follow their lead and pledge to the project as well. Mike Wilson of Westby Associates in Vancouver, Washington is working with the CRCHS to find funding for the 4.7 million dollar project. He explained that the fundraising campaign has acquired an anonymous donor who has committed to a 100% match for pledges made to the project, up to $100,000. So far the fundraising campaign has secured 78% of the
total cost and plans to break ground on the new clinic in April of 2011. In other City business, the Council voted to deny Umatilla Electric’s request for placing a new power pole along the north side of Wilson Lane for the new health clinic project. The City’s Development Code requires services to be placed underground. The next meeting of the Boardman City Council will be Tuesday, December 7, 2010 at 7:00pm.
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Community Focus
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arly December means Finals Week for many local Blue Mountain Community College students, but on the bright side, a break follows the dreaded Finals Week! Finals are scheduled for the week of December 13, students are reminded that BMCC Morrow County in Boardman is available to them for distance education class test proctoring. Call 541-4812099 to schedule a testing time. Registration for Winter Term has been underway since November 15 and will continue, as space allows in the class, until the new term starts on January 4, 2011. Degree-seeking students are required to meet with an advisor prior to registration and yes, advising is available at the Boardman Center. Call for an appointment and don’t procrastinate. Classes have been filling fast and the selection is definitely best if you register earlier, rather than later. Several classes will be offered via Interactive TV at the Morrow County Center. Check www.bluecc.edu for details but take note that the following classes are on the list: Human Anatomy and Physiology, Survey of Criminal Justice, Fundamentals of Speech, Observation, Recording and Assessment (part of the Early Childhood Education degree,) General Psychology and Human Development. The College Prep Department has
scheduled an additional offering in the GED and ESL (English as Second Language) class areas. An ESL3/ABE class has been added on Tuesday and Thursday nights that will help students with developing English language skills work on their pre-GED basic skills. This class will be offered in addition to ESL and GED prep classes. ESL is set for Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30-8:30 while GED and ESL3/ABE will be held on Tuesdays and Thursday. Orientation and registration for these classes will be held on Monday, January 3 at 5:30 p.m. Non-credit class offerings include Circuit Training, Strength Training, Computer Basics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Powerpoint and a series on Retirement and Investment. The BMCC flyer has been delivered so be sure to check it over as well as the Interactive online schedule at www.bluecc.edu. Call the Morrow County Center of BMCC for information or assistance over the winter break. Hours maybe changed slightly due to weather and holidays so call before coming in at 541-481-2099. ops! We hate it when we make a boo-boo at the North Mor row Times! The photo shown last month of Hunter Dyer should have stated he is the son of Dawn Dyer.
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Thank you ...to everyone who helped celebrate my 100th Birthday November 7th, especially my family who went the extra mile to make my birthday extra special. Nadine Bailey
Morrow County Transfer Stations. South end 57185 Hwy 74, Lexington and North End 69900 Frontage Ln, Boardman. Will be closed for the following holidays
Saturday December 25, 2010 Saturday January 1, 2011
Thank you for your cooperation it allows our attendants to be with their families this holiday season. Morrow County Public works 541-989-9500.
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HERE’S MY CARD The Mouse Factory Beauty Salon
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WANTED: Clinic Receptionist The Receptionist works as part of the medical office team performing those clerical duties necessary to prepare patients for a visit, to arrange for payment, and to make reappointments when necessary; greets patients and answers telephone in a courteous and professional manner, addresses questions and directs calls; ensures patient confidentiality, and provides patient education and needed information; schedules appointments, pulls and prepares medical charts, and maintains smooth patient flow throughout clinic. Receptionist also gathers third party payment information, records charges, and establishes that each patient is advised of the Sliding Fee Scale and makes adjustments accordingly; collects and receives patient fees, and collects and maintains patient registration. One year experience necessary. Bilingual preferred. 9.00/hour DOE. reply to: adminasst@crchs.net Christa M Fuhrer Administrative Assistant Columbia River Community Health Services Boardman, OR
THE NEXT EDITION OF NORTH MORROW TIMES will be in your mailbox January 7, 2011. Deadline for advertising and story ideas is Friday, December 31. Mail your entries to: North Morrow Times, PO Box 907, Boardman, OR 97818 Fax: 481-9200 E-mail: lprag@centurytel.net
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If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, help is available and that help is FREE of charge. If YOU have a family member who suffers from gambling addiction, YOU can also receive FREE treatment even if the gambler is not receiving treatment. If you are a resident of Morrow County and you wish to take advantage of the services above or desire more information, please call any of the following numbers to set up a LOCAL appointment or just to talk: Bobby Harris @541-676-9925 or 541-2560175 Community Counseling Solutions (CCS) @ 541-676-9161 or 541-481-2911 or 1-877-695-4648 (1-888-MYLIMIT)
SENIOR SERVICES CHERYL TALLMAN’S FOOT CLINIC is held on the 1st Monday of every month, unless a holiday, then it moves to the next Monday, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm at the new Senior Center building , 100 Tatone St., next to City Hall. No appointment necessary. Sponsored by Morrow County Health District Home Health. $20 charge.
Boardman Senior Center December Menu Tuesday December 7 Macaroni & Cheese Green Beans Tossed Salad Rolls Lemon Bars Tuesday December 14 Stew Jello Salad Corn Bread Fruit & Cookies Tuesday December 21 Spaghetti Tossed Salad Garlic Bread Mixed Veggies Mandarin Orange Dessert Tuesday December 28 Hot Turkey & Pork Sandwiches Potatoes & Gravy Spinach Pineapple Pistachio Dessert
Thursday December 9 Fish Fillets Potatoes Beets/Bread Layered Salad Fruit Cobbler Thursday December 16 Oven Fried Chicken Rice & Gravy Peas & Cheese Salad Carrots/Rolls Banana Pudding Thursday December 23 Birthday Dinner Ham & Sweet Potatoes Peas/Top Ramen Salad Corn Muffins Cake & Ice Cream Thursday December 30 Salisbury Steak Mashed Potatoes & Gravy Mixed Veggies / Fruit Salad Pumpkin Cake
FOR SALE JAZZY POWER CHAIR Excellent Condition, New Batteries. If interested call 541-481-4321 HORSES FOR SALE! Great prices. Thoroughbreds and Quarter Horses. Call 541/571-5744.
THANK YOU Columbia River Harvesters held their annual election on November 11th. New officers for 2011 are: Sheila Harris - President; Winnie Salmon - Vice President; Janell Bailey Secretary; Rosa Gueterriz Treasurer; Julia Cardenas Office Manager; and Alice Ellis - Warehouse Coordinator. The Organization would like to THANK all the businesses and community people for their generous support for the Holiday Basket Drive. Thank you for helping make this a better holiday season.
Boardman Senior Center Breakfast Saturday, December 4th 7:30 - 10:30 am Sausage/Ham, Eggs/ Pancakes, Hash Browns, Biscuits & Gravy, Coffee/Juice
$4.00
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