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WRE teacher Catherine Prindle earns doctorate in education
Windy River Elementary teacher Catherine Prindle has the distinction as the only Morrow County teacher who currently has her doctorate degree. Doctor Prindle completed her studies and was approved and certified on March 26, 2014.
Jarvez Hall, Boardman Chamber luncheon guest speaker The June membership luncheon will be on Wednesday, June 18h at noon at the Port of Morrow Riverfront Center. Our guest speaker will be Jarvez Hall of Small Business Majority. He will be sharing information about the new healthcare law, the Affordable Care Act, and what it means for Oregon’s small businesses.
Jarvez will also focus on both federal and state provisions to help local small business owners understand how the law will affect them. This is a luncheon you won’t want to miss! Cost for lunch is $10, and is catered by Judy Scott’s Chuckwagon! An RSVP is required by Monday, June 16th- (541)4813014.
Doctor Catherine Prindle is a persistent learner, thanks to her parents, she says. “My parents never had the chance to go to college, but each of their seven children are college graduates, and they always emphasized ‘Keep learning, keep learning, keep learning!’” Prindle spent seven years studying for this degree (a doctorate in education, EdD) from Northcentral University, located in Arizona. She is effusive about the professors, especially one who became her mentor and was on the committee that approved Prindle’s doctorate degree. Prindle has the original certificate hanging in her living room; she made a copy to hang in her classroom, and also made a copy to send to her parents. Prindle originally grew up in LaCross, Wisconsin, where she studied for her Bachelor’s degree. She left home after teaching for a half year, and her adventures took her to Round Mountain, Nevada, where she taught for two years. Her first husband (also a teacher) was originally from Oregon, so they migrated north, and ended up in Boardman in 1988. Married twenty years to Ron (also a teacher), she has taught kindergarten and 3rd grades at Sam
4th of July Schedule 7 – 10 am Scout Breakfast 8 am Fun Run (registration 7 am) 11 am (lineup 10 am) Parade 12:00 noon – All Day – vendors 12 – 3 pm – DJ Cora 1-3 pm – Games and Contests 1 -3 pm – Horseshoes 3 – 4 pm - Puppet Show 4 – 8 pm - Beer Garden 6 – 9 pm – Cruise Control Dusk – Fireworks over the Columbia River
Boardman Elementary, and now teaches 4th grade at Windy River Elementary. Prindle is enthusiastic about online education, having obtained her Master’s degree from Grand Canyon University, an Arizona school, which she attended online. Prindle also studied for her doctorate degree online. Her two children live in LaGrande, where son Brendan age 30 is in private enterprise. Daughter Landi, age 28 is in her last year of studying for her nursing degree at Eastern Oregon University. Prindle waited to start working towards her advanced degrees until her children were in high school, she says. Part of obtaining her degree meant conducting a study with her 4th grade students last year. Prindle had to obtain each student and each parent’s approval to be included in the study. She also had
to obtain approval from her principal and the superintendent of Morrow County School District. Prindle’s dissertation is “A qualitative Case Study Exploring SelfEfficacy and its influence on 4th grade mathematics students. Prindle was excited about the amount of support she had from her students, parents and other faculty members. “I’m still not quite used to not studying anymore,” Prindle says. But she has plenty of hobbies to amuse her: she quilts, knits, embroiders, plays the piano, the guitar and violin, and loves to garden. “I also want to write books,” she adds. These would be books used in schools with a book for the student and a syllabus for the teacher to help the students learn. Summer vacation for Prindle means a trip to Wisconsin to visit family, and she’s taking her published dissertation along to show her family.
Thank you to the sponsors, vendors and the committee for working on the Cinco de Mayo Celebration held Saturday, May 3. Sponsors: • Morrow County Unified Recreation District • The Boardman Chamber of Commerce • Umatilla Electric Cooperative • Con Agra Food • Beef Northwest • Boardman Foods • Mountain Valley Land • Columbia River Processing Thank you to the volunteers that made this a successful event: Martin Martinez, Maria Richards, Citlali Mendoza, Paco Velazquez, Kathie Goad and Diane Wolfe Special thanks to Sheila Corpus and the Boy Scout Troop for presenting the American Flag and the girls that performed the Escolta.
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Community Calendar June 2014 6 Storyhour (most Fridays) Oregon Trail Library Boardman @10:45 9 Irrigon Senior Meal (each Monday) Stokes Landing in Irrigon - Noon Greenfield Grange Meeting (2nd Monday) 6:30 pm, Boardman Grange Public Health Clinic (each Monday &Tuesday ) 8:30 - 4:30 pm closed 12:30 - 1:00 pm Boardman - County Building 10 Boardman Senior Meal (each Tuesday & Thursday) Noon Senior Center Boardman, located by the City Hall Boardman City Council Meeting - 7pm - City Hall Greenfield Grange meeting (2nd Tuesday of each month) 6 pm buffet, 7pm meeting. Tillicum Club meetings (2nd Tuesday of every month at 7pm) at the Firestation in Irrigon. 12 LOC Small Cities Region 7 – 5:30pm – City Hall Domestic Violence/ Womens Support Group (each Thursday) 4:00-6:30 pm at SCF Office in Boardman Boardman Rural Fire Protection District Board of Directors meets the (2nd Thursday each month) at 7:00 pm at 300 SW Wilson Lane 17 Tillicum Club meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month @ 7:00 pm City Council Meeting – 7pm – City Hall 18 County Court - Boardman - River Front Center - 9:00 am Boardman Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Noon, Port of Morrow Boardman City Planning Commission - City Hall - 7:00 pm Irrigon Friends of the Library meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month 19 Boardman Kiwanis Meeting (1st & 3rd Thursday of each month) River Lodge & Grill @ 6:30 24 Boardman Park & Recreation District Meeting @ Park Office - 7 pm
Music In The Parks begins June 16th Once again Morrow County Unified Recreation District and Portland General Electric are funding an exciting summer of music for all
Norman Blake, Simon and Garfunkel, and Tim O’Brien, to name a few. Slipshod formed in 2012. The
The duo known as “Slipshod” kicks off 2014 Music in the Parks at Boardman Marina on Monday, June 16th. Photo contributed generations. This year we have old musicians enjoy entertaining aufavorites and some exciting new diences with both their humor and groups. musical skills. Matt and Steve ofMonday, June 16, 2014 fer listeners a broad range and diBoardman Marina Park, enjoy the verse range of music, including kick off for the season with the dy- originals, familiar melodies and dynamic Duo of Americana Music, namic instrumentals. Their harmo-
formed with Steve Blanchard and the Open Range, Bill Jolliff Bluegrass Gospel Band, Prairie Flyer, Jim Faddis and One More Ride and
Steve Blanchard handles the guitar and mandolin for Slipshod. Photo contributed also SugarPine. If you’re looking for a fun, en-
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Brassfire, is a 9-piece ensemble of talented musicians, playing June 23 at Irrigon.Photo contributed SLIPSHOD. Shipshod is comprised of Matt Snook (dobro and banjo) and Steve Blanchard (guitar and mandolin). They have similar musical styles, yet they draw on many different influences like Gordon Lightfoot,
nies and unique vocal interpretations add to their precise instrumental talents. Matt has entertained with a variety of ensembles including the Snook Family Bane, Free Range and SugarPine. Steve has per-
tertaining evening join us at the Boardman Marina Park and see Shipshod perform for the first time at our Music in the Parks. Monday June 23, 2014, Irrigon Marina Park, BRASS FIRE, a new (Cont’d. next page)
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Save Monday evenings for FREE entertainment at Boardman and Irrigon local band that plays music made famous by groups like Chicago, Tower of Power and Earth, Wind & Fire. In addition to a full rhythm section consisting of a piano player, a guitarist, a drummer, and a bass guitarist, there is also a trumpeter, a trombonist, and three talented saxophonists. Additionally, band members step forward and render individual vocal stylings. The musicians have unique backgrounds. Some have performed with military bands or on cruise ships, some are current or past school band directors, and some have played professionally with bands on the East or West Coast. The band members’ ages range from 21 to 69. The group includes Brad Rozema, B.C. Martin, Dave Chorazy, Paul Dunsmoor, Ric Walters, Joshua Rist, Dennis McNeil, Sara Butler and Cindy
Eddy. Monday, June 30, 2014, Boardman Marina Park, The TRIO. Enjoy the sultry and captivating sounds of Trish, Gary and Steve as “The Trio” presents their unique interpretations of an eclectic array of music. Steve Haberman hails from New Jersey and has played professionally since the age of 15. His signature style has only gotten better as his fingers race up and down the keys with ease. Considered a “vocalists’ pianist,” Steve has played with some of the finest singers in the world and continues to wow his audience with his energy and accuracy. Steve also plays with the newly formed funk/blues group “7 Wheel Drive” and has played with Mary Lou Gnoza in the “Mary Lou and Stevie Show” for the past 18 years. Trish Thompson learned her
love for music from her family. The Trio is an outlet for Trish to spread her wings as a soloist but she still loves the multi part singing she learned in her Salem, Oregon school choirs. She was a founding member and the business manager for the music group “BlueZette” from 2004 to 2014 and has also been performing with the group Bent on Blues since 2012. Gary Danielson has been performing professionally since the age of 17 on the Saxes, Clarinet and Flute. He has played music and most of the U.S. and Canada, oh and Ireland. The styles of music range from musicals, classical and standards to jazz, rock and blues. Gary can be found most weekends playing with one artist or another but being a member of “The Trio” with Trish Thompson and Steve Haberman is a special treat. Working the musical and vocal arrangements out in new and innovative ways is a passion for each member of The Trio.
Photo left: The Trio plays June 30th, 7:00 pm at Boardman Marina Park. Photo
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Tree Identification Book from the Arbor Day Foundation helps people identify tree species in Oregon The Arbor Day Foundation has a book that helps people identify trees with a simple, step-by-step process. The book, What Tree Is That?, is available for a $5 donation to the nonprofit tree-planting organization. What Tree Is That? is a fun, easyto-use tree identification guide that features hand-drawn botanical illustrations highlighting the distinct characteristics of many tree species. Nature lovers and professional arborists alike have called this pocket field guide a must-have userfriendly resource. Its beautiful, fullcolor illustrations are in precise detail and depict natural colors, shapes and textures, so users can make a positive species identification in just a few easy steps. The Arbor Day Foundation offers this book to help people identify trees in Oregon and throughout the Western region of the United States. What Tree Is That? uses a unique step-by-step ap-
proach for identifying the species of each tree, explaining what to look for in the shape of the leaves, differences in the leaf stems and twig structures, and specific characteristics of fruits, flowers, buds and bark. “Our What Tree Is That? pocket guide is an ideal resource for developing a greater appreciation for trees,” said John Rosenow, founder and chief executive of the Arbor Day Foundation. “The Arbor Day Foundation strives to help people enjoy and appreciate trees, and we feel our pocket field guide will do just that.” What Tree is That? is also available as an online interactive version at arborday.org. To obtain a tree identification guide in full color, send your name, address and $5, for each guide to What Tree Is That?, Arbor Day Foundation, 100 Arbor Ave., Nebraska City, NE 68410. You can also order the book online at arborday.org.
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Weed Awareness Week held in Morrow County
“Spike”, Oregon’s invasive weed mascot helps Kevin Payne, SWCD Resource Tech l for the 10th annual Annual Invasive Weed Awareness week held in Morrow County May 18-24. Oregon’s 10th Annual Invasive Weed Awareness Week “Saving Habitats and Restoring Ecosystems” was celebrated in Morrow County the week of May 18-24 with a broadleaf herbicide give-a-way sponsored by Morrow SWCD and NRCS. Morrow County Grain Growers donated the herbicide and Morrow SWCD provided the containers, labels and safety data sheets. The herbicide is labeled for lawn areas and some of the weeds targeted were dandelions, puncturevine, mallow and bedstraw. “Weed control is an important part of healthy watersheds and excellent public outreach tool”,
said a SWCD spokesperson. Everyone receiving the herbicide signed an agreement stating they would read and follow the label directions before application. “Spike”, Oregon’s invasive weed mascot, attended the county “Free Spray Days” held Monday in Boardman, Wednesday in Irrigon and Friday in Heppner to encourage invasive weed control, healthy watersheds and clean water. A total of three hundred thirty gallons of pre-mixed herbicide were given away along with information on septic maintenance in the Lower Umatilla Basin Groundwater Management area of north Morrow County.
Boardman approves supplemental budget and other resolutions During their May 6th council meeting, Boardman City Councilors approved four resolutions, two were budget resolutions to move money from fund to fund for yearend housekeeping, for the 20132014 fiscal year. Another was a resolution to accept grant money from Columbia River Enterprise Zone II for the police department’s new Computer Aided Dispatch program. And, there was a resolution declaring the city’s 2001 Ford
Taurus as surplus property. In other city business, the Council gave approval for a beer garden at the Marina Park during the 4th of July celebration from 4pm to 8pm. Councilors also accepted a right of way from a property owner for access for a new subdivision on South Main Street. The next meeting of the Boardman City Council will be Tuesday, June 17, 2014 at 7pm at Boardman City Hall.
Flag Day – June 14, 2014What’s It All About?
The Star Spangled Banner, the flag that inspired Francis Scott Key to write a poem that later became the words to America’s National Anthem, is honored each year on June 14. 2014 is the 200th Anniversary of our National Anthem. According to history, Francis Scot Key was a lawyer in Washington DC. During the War of 1812, when the British tried to recapture our nation, he was held prisoner on a British ship for 10 days in Baltimore MD Harbor. During that time, the British were bombing Fort McHenry. One night, there was so much smoke from bombardment and fires, Key could see bombs bursting high in the sky, but he could not tell if Ft. McHenry had fallen and surrendered. When the sun came up, he could see the giant American Flag still flying. Key was inspired to write a poem that captured all his feelings as he
watched events from a British Ship bobbing up and down in Baltimore Harbor. When his poem was printed in the paper, people began singing it to the tune a popular ballad. The fragile 200 year old banner is displayed in a special gallery in the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in Washington DC. This Flag Day, the Smithsonian Museum is organizing a grand sing-along of the Anthem on the Mall between the United States Capital building and the Washington Monument. “Raise it Up! Anthem for America” will extend much farther than Washington DC. Organizations are encouraging singalongs across our nation. Check the internet at http:// anthemforamerica.smithsonian.com/ to find out more about the original banner and how to host a group sing along. You can also explore the site to learn more about the ban-
ner, and see the original poem written while Key held prisoner in Baltimore Harbor. Most of all, join your voice singing “The Star Spangled Banner on Saturday June 16 at 1:00 PM West Coast Time (4:00 pm) East Coast Time. ”The Star-Spangled Banner” by Francis Scott Key (1779-1843) O, say can you see by the dawn’s early light, What so proudly we hailed at the twilight’s last gleaming? Whose Broad stripes and bright stars, Through the perilous fight O’er the ramparts we watched were so gallantly streaming? And the rocket’s red glare, the bombs bursting in air, Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there. O, say does that star-spangled banner yet wave O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave?
Calling all Morrow County cultural, arts, historic and literary organizations The Morrow County Cultural Coalition funded by Oregon’s Cultural Trust Foundation is now accepting proposals for the next grant period. Categories for qualifying groups or projects are: literary, historical preservation, visual and performing arts, or humanities and cultural organizations. Last year, grants supported Windy River Writing Festival, Oregon Trail Library District historical books, Morrow County Historical Society Chronicles, Hampstead Stage Co., School Artists in Residence & rhythm instruments. Grants in the past have included
quilting and art groups, art displays, cultural entertainment structures and kid’s activities for parks. The Coalition invites you to submit completed Funding Proposal Request Forms to the Morrow County Cultural Coalition by August 1, 2014. Complete guidelines and grant applications for 2015 can be obtained by contacting Susan Russell at 541-481-4277 or email smsel@hotmail.com. Proposals must meet criteria noted on the application and include a timeline with project to be completed no
later than July 30, 2015. Funding for the Morrow County Cultural Coalition originates from contributions and donations to the Oregon Cultural Trust Foundation. To learn more about supporting culture in Oregon, through the Trust, visit www.culturaltrust.org. Ideas and suggestions for fun cultural activities in Oregon from concerts and theater to workshops and museums can be found at: www.oregonculturefieldguide.org. Help bring ideas and programs to Morrow County. Grants can be awarded up to 50% of total project.
Page 5 North Morrow Times June 6, 2014 The Morrow County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) would like to thank the following organizations for participating in bi-monthly meetings and requirements set forth by the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s Office, thus remaining in good standing with the LEPC: * Boardman Foods, Inc * Calbee North America * City of Boardman * City of Heppner * City of Ione * Columbia River Community Health Services * ConAgra Foods/Lamb Weston * Devin Oil * Morrow Cold Storage * Morrow County Health Department * Morrow County School District * Morrow County Sheriff’s Office * Morrow County VA Clinic * North Morrow Vector Control District * Pacific Ethanol Columbia * PGE - Coyote Springs Plant * PGE – Boardman Coal Fired Plant * Port of Morrow * Reklaim * River Point Farms * Tillamook/Columbia River Processing * Watts Brothers Pack Center * Willow Creek Energy Center The Morrow County LEPC is a committee comprised of volunteer representatives from area businesses and organizations. The committee’s responsibilities are directed by the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s Office and the goal is to have Emergency Response plans in place in the event of an emergency involving hazardous substances/materials. The local businesses which have potentially hazardous substances, such as anhydrous ammonia or chlorine, on site are required to participate in the committee. All organizations in the county are welcomed to attend, as well. The Morrow County LEPC meets every other month on the third Tuesday of the month at 10:00am to noon, usually at the Port of Morrow building in Boardman. The next meeting is scheduled for July 15th. For more information about this important county committee, please contact the current Chairman, Dan Turley of PGE – Coyote Springs, at 541-481-8325.
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Boardman Buzzzzzzzz Hello Boardman Well, it’s June so that must mean that the 4th of July is just around the corner! I am really excited about all the changes this year. This will be the 7th celDiane Wolfe, ebration I have helped CEO out with and we’ve pretty much kept everything the same. SO the committee decided that it was time to
spice it up and make some pretty big changes. We have omitted a few things and added a lot of things. I am really looking forward to the games and contests. In the tug of war I can just see family’s pulling against family or business against business or friends against friends! It will be really fun to watch all the family’s play, and the pie eating contest will be tons of fun ( I can tell you bubble gum will be included)!!! You won’t want to miss all the fun in store for you this year. We will be calling on commu-
nity members and businesses to help with all the events. If you can volunteer for just one or two hours everyone will be able to have a great day. As you are reading this I will be headed to Montana for a few days. I haven’t been back for over a year so I am excited to go back for a visit. The SAGE Center has now been open for one year; I hope everyone was able to make it to the center for some free Tillamook ice cream and to take advantage of the big
sales at The Store at SAGE Center. We are looking for a great summer The economic development committee is working hard to bring new businesses to the community and I think this summer we will see some of the hard work come to fruition. We hope you will like what is happening in Boardman. Have a great summer. Till next month di
4th of July The annual Boardman Thunder 4th of July Celebration is less than 1 month away! The committee has been working really hard and has come up with some great new ideas to make the celebration more fun for everyone. We have made some changes that we hope you like. The Scout Breakfast, Fun Run and Parade will continue to take place as in past years. Then the changes start. The entertainment at the Boardman Marina Park begins at noon. You will be able to enjoy your lunch while listening to the music provided by DJ Cora. From 1 – 3 there will be games and contests for participants of all ages including; kids games (to age 6)such as the football toss, balloon dart; duck in a pond; a bouncy house and water slide. From ages 6 – 12 we’ll have a balloon toss, cupcake walk, sack race, hula hoop and jump rope contests. Ages 13 and up will be able to participate in the tug of war (5 person teams), water balloon toss, Pie eating contest (the contest includes bubblegum!) a sack race and a hula hoop contest. Some games will require tickets (2 for $1.00) and the winners will receive prizes and the adult games have a $5.00 to play fee and the winners will win the pot. Debbie Radie and Boardman Foods will be running the horseshoe tournament. The Dragon Theatre Puppets will be there all day with games, face painting and a puppet show at 3 pm. New this year will be a beer garden from 4 – 8 and from 6 – 9 the live band Cruise Control will be playing for your listening and dancing pleasure. At dusk the fabulous Boardman Thunder Fireworks will be the grand finale to a fun filled day. The fireworks show has been expanded again this year and is sure to be spectacular! Don’t miss this fun event. If you have questions please give us a call at the chamber 541-481-3014 4th of July T-Shirts Pre-orders ONLY! If you want a 4th of July T-shirt you must get us your order by Wednesday, June 18. The t-shirts are charcoal gray with a glow-in-the-dark logo (red, white and blue) design. We will only order t-shirts that have been requested, so don’t
miss your opportunity to order your shirt. Call the chamber today, the price of the shirts are $12.00 4th of July Magnets In the past we have sold buttons to help fund the 4th of July celebration, this year we are going to be selling magnets. They are in the shape of Oregon and say “Boardman Thunder 4th of July”. You will be able to keep it on your refrigerator all year so you don’t forget how much fun you had at our expanded 4th of July Celebration. They will go on sell the middle of June. 4th of July PARADE This is your opportunity to promote your business and let everyone in Boardman, and all our visitors, know that you are proud to do business and live in Boardman. The Fire Corp is doing an excellent job organizing this parade and we all know it is one of the highlights of the 4th of July. But we can’t have a parade if you don’t step up and participate. In this newsletter we have included an application form. Please let us know if you have any questions or you need ideas of what you could do for your entry in the parade. We need YOU!! FUN RUN Attention local runners and walkers: the time to register for the annual Boardman Thunder Fun Run 5K and 10K run/walk is NOW! Organized by the Boardman Chamber, this 10K Run or 5K run/walk offers a challenge to even the most experienced runner as participants’ race along the shores of the Columbia River and through dense growth areas on groomed paths. Walkers also will find the course enjoyable and a good workout. Registration will begin at 7am and the race will begin promptly at 8am on Friday July 4th at the former Boardman Chamber offices located at 206 N. Main Street. Pre-registration fee is $7 per runner or $17 including a commemorative t-shirt. Day-of registration is $10 or $20 with t-shirt. In the past we’ve had over 70 participants and many find this run an enjoyable and festive way to kick-off a day full of celebrating! For more information or a registration form, contact the Chamber at 541-481-3014.
Boardman Chamber Frostbite Scholarship Winners At the May 31st Riverside High School graduation, the Boardman Chamber of Commerce awarded five 2014 graduating Seniors with scholarships totaling $4,000. The recipients were recognized for their community service, school activities and academic achievement. Listed below are the scholarship recipients with a brief overview of their future plans. Carlos Alberto Lopez: With a strong sense of family and a desire to serve his community, Carlos plans to attend Victoria’s School of Cosmetology in Kenniwick, WA, with a future career goal of becoming a Barber. After achieving his life long dream of becoming a Barber, by keeping his talents local, Carlos will have the opportunity to serve his community as well as spend time with his family. While in school, Carlos volunteered at the Health Clinic Car Wash, helped with Community Thanksgiving Dinner and volunteered at the Sam Boardman Elementary School Carnival and Conferences. Karla Jimenez: plans on attending Eastern Oregon University this fall, and then transfer to Oregon Health and Sciences University. Karla has wanted to enter the nursing field since the ninth grade. While attending the Boardman Chamber sponsored Career Day/Job Shadow program she had the opportunity to job shadow a nurse in the IV Therapy Unit, from the moment she got there she immediately fell in love with the profession. Karla likes volunteering and donating her time to helping children and community service. She has volunteered at the Tillicum Club Easter Egg Hunt, Kiwanis Club Halloween Trick-or-Treat Night, coaching at the Future Pirates Basketball camp & Little League Softball camp and was a referee for Jr. High Volleyball. Karla has also been involved with Key Club and Youth Advisory Council. Sarah P. Bose, has been accepted to Pacific University located in Forest Grove, OR. Her future plan is to major in busi-
ness and minor in art. While at RHS she was in Key Club and National Honor Society. As a member of both she volunteered at several community events and activities—Senior Citizen’s Pancake Breakfast, Relay For Life, Kiwanis Halloween Trick-or-Treat event, Tillicum Easter Egg Hunt (face painting—egg stuffing) and with the Boardman Chamber 4th of July Thunder Run . With NHS, Sarah helped raise money for these organizations—Cystic Fibrosis, Breast Cancer, American Heart and volunteered with several school blood drives. Samatha Hernandez: Upon graduating, Samantha plans to obtain a summer internship with the Boardman Coal-Fired Plant. She has applied to OSU and Linn-Benton Community College, and has been accepted by both. Samantha plans to get a bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, then continue on to obtain a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering and Architecture. It is her dream to own her own business or work for a big design or architect business, designing and building businesses. Samantha was involved with Key Club, National Honor Society, Youth Advisory Council, ASB Activity Director and Prom Committee. She also volunteered at many community activities—Tillicum Easter Egg Hunt, Kiwanis Community Halloween Party and Senior Citizen’s Pancake Breakfast—she was also very involved with soccer, basketball, and softball. Gregg Shimer: Gregg’s long term educational goal is to get his bachelor’s degree in business and political science at Eastern Oregon State University in LaGrande, OR, then transfer to Willamette University’s Law program. While at EOSU he plans to enroll in the ROTC program with the ultimate goal to work as a lawyer in the JAG office for the U.S. Army. Gregg has been involved with the Boy Scouts of America (is an Eagle Scout) and been involved with many community projects—Constructing playground equipment, flag crews, snow removal, firewood cutting, an general yard work. While at RHS he was involved with Outdoor Club, National Honor Society and has also volunteered for Red Cross Blood Drives, “Pirates Flag” Road Crew and Community Easter Egg Hunt.
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Bank of Eastern Oregon’s newly elected Chairman of the Board, Gary Neal Neal joined the Board in 1999. He is a general manager for Port of
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rectors for the next year. Both of these gentlemen are active and engaged board members. Gary continues his service as chairman of the board compensation committee, as well as a sitting member of the board loan committee. George serves on the board loan and funds management committees,” said President and CEO, Jeff Bailey. “The vast experience and leadership qualities of these two men will serve our shareholders well,” continued Bailey. About BEO Bancorp BEO Bancorp is the holding company for Bank of Eastern Oregon, which operates 12 branches and five loan production offices in eleven 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, Ontario, Pendleton, Island City, and Lakeview. Bank of Eastern Oregon also operates a mortgage division. The bank’s web site is www.beobank.com.
Summer bike camp for individuals with disabilities seeks riders and volunteers HERMISTON, Ore. – The iCan Bike program is looking for riders and volunteers for its upcoming bicycle camp at West Park Elementary School. iCan Shine is a non-profit organization that teaches individuals with disabilities to ride a conventional two-wheel bicycle through its iCan Bike program. This fiveday camp, requiring riders to attend only one 75-minute session per day, will take place at West Park Elementary School in Hermiston June 23-27, 2014. iCan Shine/iCan Bike collaborates with local organizations to
host camps in their communities. This camp is being hosted by the Hermiston School District in cooperation with InterMountain Education Service District. The program uses adapted equipment, trained professionals and volunteers. With 75 minutes of instruction over five days, over 80 percent of riders learn to ride a conventional bicycle independently by the end of camp. To be eligible to enroll, riders must be at least eight years old, have a disability and be able to walk without an assistive device such as a walker or cane. Riders must be
able to side-step quickly to both sides, and must have a minimum inseam measurement of 20 inches and weigh no more than 220 pounds. Cost of the camp is $150 and is open to all individuals who meet registration requirements, regardless of where they live. To register, please visit www.imesd.k12.or.us/ iCanBike to download the registration form and learn more about the iCan Bike program. For additional information, please contact Cindy Middleton at 541-289-6111 or email ckmiddleton@msn.com.
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Arlington mill employees volunteer work day in Boardman Cargill/Integrated Bakery Resources, Arlington Mix Plant employees volunteered an entire day in the Boardman community recently. Cargill employees worldwide (160,000 + ) participate each year during the earth day event which is May 15th thru June 5th, volunteering their time to help improve the communities in which they live. Some of the projects they undertook included installation of an irrigation system at the newly installed pavilion at Marker 40 along the beach in the Port of Morrow, cleaning up the landscaping around Boardman Senior Center, washing the windows inside and out at Boardman Senior Center, and a thorough spring cleaning of the kitchen, utensil and food drawers and cabinets at the Senior Center. Following are the names of the employees who participated in Cargill Earth Day 2014: Mike Connell; Keith Cross; Bobby Gentry; Nan Lorentz; Daniel Potter; Gary Bette; Alice Hewes; Jason Vaughn; Teri Huff; Aaron Starr; Matt Griggs; Clayton Macomber; Kathryn Mecham; Loretta Mate; Cassie Walsh; Jacob Peters; Kiefer Broadbent. A big THANK YOU goes out to all these energetic volunteers!
Top photo left: the entire gang met for lunch, which was provided by Boardman Senior Center; top photo right: these energetic volunteers spiffied up the landscaping at the Senior Center; photo above: One of the two pergolas on the beach; photo right: these ladies cleaned kitchen drawers; photo below: New irrigation is now installed at Marker 40 Pavilion.
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ICBA and Bank of Eastern Oregon offer tips for homebuyers
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Arletta Arnspiger, Mortgage Lending Manager for BEO Eastern Oregon, June 2014— June is National Home ownership Month and Bank of Eastern Oregon and the other nearly 8,000 members of the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) continue to help Americans in communities throughout the country become, and remain, homeowners each year through the personal attention that only a local community bank can provide. “Community banks take the extra steps necessary to give potential homebuyers the service and attention they need,” said Jim MacPhee, ICBA chairman and CEO of Kalamazoo County State Bank in Schoolcraft, Michigan. ”They can help their customers evaluate whether the time is right for them to purchase a home, determine the most affordable mortgage options for their situation, and provide them with information to help the process go more smoothly.” ICBA and BANK OF EASTERN OREGON offer the following suggestions for home buyers: 1. Know all the sources and amounts of your monthly income and know your budget, including how much you spend on rent, utilities, entertainment, clothing, food, and transportation. 2. Gather and organize paperwork, such as pay stubs, W-2 forms, tax returns, and bank and investment statements. 3. Check your credit report and bring it to your community banker. Credit reporting agencies must give you one free report annually. Access your credit at www.ftc.gov/ freereports. 4. Work with your community
banker to figure out how much you can borrow and which mortgage product is right for you. Your community banker will carefully explain the mortgage options of each mortgage product available, including rate adjustments, fees, and other loan features, so you aren’t surprised by payment increases down the road. 5. Talk to your community bank before you begin looking for a home. Your community banker can tell you what current mortgage rates are and help you understand how that translates into monthly mortgage payments. This will help you shop for a home that fits your budget and shows sellers you are an educated home buyer. 6. Learn as much as you can about the home-buying process. In addition to talking with your community banker, look for classes on home buying and maintenance. Some community banks offer seminars and there are free online educational tools at www.hud.gov. 7. Check with your local state, city, and county government agencies for special first-time homebuyer loan or grant programs available to assist with down payment and closing costs. 8. Once you have spoken to your community bank and know what you can afford, stop by real estate open houses to see what’s available in your price range. 9. Know your rights. Learn how the Fair Housing Act protects you. http://www.hud.gov/offices/fheo/ FHLaws/yourrights.cfm “Potential homebuyers should visit their local community bank to learn what their mortgage options are,” said Arletta Arnspiger, Mortgage Lending Manager for Bank of Eastern Oregon. “Not only are community banks like Bank of Eastern Oregon interested in helping home buyers purchase a home, they also want to help borrowers find a mortgage they can afford and afford to keep.” For more information about ICBA, visit www.icba.org. To find out more about BEO Bancorp and Bank of Eastern Oregon, visit www.beobank.com.
Congratulations Boardman, Irrigon & Arlington’s 2014 Graduates!
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BEO among 200 top performing banks in nation
Jeff Bailey, President and CEO Heppner, Oregon, (May 1, 2014). American Banker magazine has ranked two Oregon banks among the top 200 community banks in the country. The magazine, a trade publication based in New York City, named BEO Bancorp of Heppner, and Centerpointe Community Bank of Hood River, to the list based on average return of shareholder equity between 2011 and 2013. Banks
with less than $2 billion in assets were eligible. At 12.72% average return, BEO Bancorp ranked 47; with a 12.17% average return, Centerpointe Community Bank ranked number 58. “We are extremely pleased with the recognition in American Banker magazine. We find ourselves in the company of some of the best run and most admired banks in the nation,” said Jeff Bailey, president and CEO of Bank of Eastern Oregon. “This is testimony to the dedication of our employees and the tremendous support of our customer base. We are proud of our track record serving eastern Oregon communities for over 69 years and are delighted to be the only bank in eastern Oregon that can make the claim of being in the top 200 community banks in the country,” concluded Bailey. For further information on the company or to access internet banking, please visit our website at http://www.beobank.com.
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4th Annual Scorchin’ Summer Rib Cook-off Boardman Fire Department is hosting the annual rib cook-off on Saturday, June 28 at the Boardman Marina Park. Pick up cook-off applications at the Boardman Fire Hall - 300 Wilson Lane or call 541-481-3473. Space available for 20 teams.
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WRE teacher recognized by Oregon Council of Teachers of Mathematics for outstanding contributions
Windy River’s Title I teacher Rhonda Boor BOARDMAN – A Windy River Elementary School Title I teacher has been recognized as an outstanding contributor to the mathematics community of Oregon by the Oregon Council of Teachers of Mathematics (OCTM). Rhonda Boor won the award for OCTM Area 11 for Umatilla-Morrow counties. Math is advanced among school children by teachers and others who work on the progress in math education and work to increase the quality of mathematics education. OCTM members
are math teachers and classroom teachers who are interested in keeping quality mathematics in Oregon schools. Boor’s work has demonstrated she is indeed one of these people. She has bolstered the mathematics community by building curriculum resources for the Morrow County School District’s Kindergarten through 6th grade teachers, helped the District to organize math professional development opportunities, and has supported teacher workshops on the implementation of Common Core State Standards into everyday teaching. “Rhonda Boor is a great educator and leader in our District, and someone who supports the work we do with math, reading, and data-driven instructional practices,” said Superintendent Dirk Dirksen. “She helps our District move forward in educating students and supporting staff.” OCTM promotes a comprehensive math education community and supports educators in implementing state and national math standards. “It is an honor to highlight accomplishments, leadership, and excellent work of people who promote mathematics across our state,” said Molly Smith, vice president of OCTM. “The state of Oregon is fortunate to have forward thinking people in the mathematics community!” For more information about OCTM, please visit http://www.octm.org.
The Oregon Trail Library District Irrigon branch opened on Monday, May 19th in its temporary location in the meeting room of the new library facility. After furnishings and equipment have been installed, the library will move into the main part of the building. Pictured L-R, Christine Sorenson, the first patron in the new facility Monday, May 19th with library assistant, Helena Richards.
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Local students succeed at annual Spelling Contests PENDLETON – Around 40 students from three counties showed off their spelling skills in two sepa-
grades), Division 2 (6th-8th grades), and Division 3 (9th-12th grades). An awards ceremony is held immediately following the completion of test scoring at the contest. Winners receive gift cards and trophies. T h e first place winner from Division 1- 1st place, Serenity Rodriguez, each division Heppner Elementary; 2nd place, Mary Hammond, will be invited Windy River Elementary; and 3rd place, Brittnee to compete at Ford, Irrigon Elementary
Division 3- 1st place, Emily Holland, Ione Community
The following are the Morrow County Winners : Division 1: 1st, Serenity Rodriguez, rate Spelling Contest Heppner Elemenevents earlier this month. tary, 2nd, Mary Students from Union Hammond, Windy County took on the chalRiver Elementary , lenge on May 6 at the F. and 3rd, Brittnee Maxine & Thomas W. Ford, Irrigon ElCook Memorial Library in ementary La Grande, and students Division 2: 1st, from Umatilla and Morrow Olivia Schmidt, counties participated in Heppner Jr-Sr High the contest on May 12 at School, 2nd, Blue Mountain Commu- Division 2- 1st place, Olivia Schmidt, Heppner JrEmma Rietmann, Sr High School; 2nd place, Emma Rietmann, Ione nity College. Ione Community The students take a Community School; and 3rd place, Fabian School, and 3 r d , written spelling test dur- Mirnada-Walk Irrigon Jr-Sr High Fabian Mirnadaing the contest, and first Walk Irrigon Jr-Sr through third place winners are se- the state competition, which takes High School lected in each of three divisions for place on August 30th in Salem dur- Division 3: 1st, Emily Holland, Ione each county: Division 1 (1st-5th ing the Oregon State Fair. Community School
Latino Business Network bringing Farm Workers & Employers Expo to Hermiston The event is on Thursday, June 26th at the Hermiston Conference Center 415 S Hwy. 395 in Hermiston from 6-8pm. Special Speaker will be Fernando Gutierrez who is the State Monitor Advocate for the Oregon Employment Department, Manny Medrano with the Oregon Human Development Corp and others sharing exciting opportunities to help with the cost of training and programs to help grow local businesses in our region. There
will be many vendors that offer services and help to both the employee and employer. This is really an informational forum for our region. Vendor applications are also available at the Hermiston Chamber of Commerce or online at www.hermistonchamber.com Farm Workers & Employers Expo When: June 26, 2014 Time: 6-8pm Where: Hermiston Conference
Center/415 S Hwy 395, Hermiston For more information about the Latino Business Network or the Expo call Debbie Pedro at 541-5676151 or Eddie De La Cruz at (541) 701-4696. The Hermiston Chamber of Commerce Vision is to promote, educate and support Latino Businesses in the Greater Hermiston area through networking, advocacy and business community partnerships.
Boardman Rural Fire Protection District Activity for May, 2014 Location Type 71099 Rail Loop Dr. Fire Alarm 750 NE Columbia Ave Fire Alarm 314 Locust Rd. Smoke Investigation Tower Rd & Taggares Ln. Motor Vehicle Accident 705 Paul Smith Rd. Space 51 Structure Fire 812 Mt. Adams Ave. Burn Complaint 130 Thirteenth Ave. (Irrigon) Structure Fire 74854 Bombing Range Rd. Rubbish Trailer Fire Main St. and I-84 East Bound Motor Vehicle Accident Cambell Rd. & Myers Lane (Station 7) Grass Fire 05 Main Street Assist Boardman Ambulance Main St. & I-84 Motor Vehicle Accident 450 SW Tatone St. Assist Boardman Ambulance Tower Rd. Mile Post 2 Motor Vehicle Accident 750 NE Columbia Ave Sprinkler Activation I-84 MP 154 Westbound Motor Vehicle Accident 78559 Tyler Rd. Burn Complaint Since January 1, 2014 we have responded to 80 emergency calls.
Health and Pub Ed Classes - Instructed 2 CPR classes, 9-attendees -Fire Extinguisher Class, 20- attendees Administration -22 Burn Permits renewed and mailed -Board meeting preparation -Board meeting -Oregon Trail Fire Training Association meeting -PERS training -Annual Insurance Renewal -Safer Grant Documentation Trainings and Classes -One Firefighter Attended Firefighter II Class -Assistant Chief and Fire Marshal attend 3 day Fire Inspection Recertification class Inspections May 1 -PDX 4, Fire Alarm Testing May 14 -ConAgra Line 2, Fire Alarm Testing May 16 -PDX 50, Fire Alarm Test May 22 -ConAgra Line 2, Hood System Test May 23 -Pacific Ethanol, Inspection May 28 -ZeaChem, Inspection May 28 -ConAgra Line 2, Hood System Test Plans Reviews PDX 50 Phase 2- Sprinklers and Alarms PDX 50 Phase 3- Alarms and Revision 3 PDX 4 POD 13- Revision 6 Sprinklers PDX 4 POD 14 & 15- Alarms Volunteer Participation Stats Ten volunteers have contributed a total of 31 hours of training and seven volunteers contributed 13 hours of response time to the community for the month of May.
Burn Season CLOSED June 15th to September 1, 2014
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Riverside, Heppner high schools among best in nation BOARDMAN – Riverside and Heppner junior-senior high schools in the Morrow County School District have both been named to the U.S. News & World Report’s Best High Schools list for 2014. This is the fifth year in a row that Riverside has made the list and has received a bronze medal. Heppner also received recognition and a bronze medal from 2010-2012. Bronze rankings are awarded to
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high-performing schools based on state exam performance. There are 287 high schools in Oregon, and just 51 received bronze medals for 2014 from U.S. News & World Report. Four received gold medals and 22 received silver. A total of 77 high schools in Oregon made the list for 2014. Each year, U.S. News & World Report evaluates nearly 21,000 public high schools in 49 states and the Dis-
trict of Columbia. Schools are awarded Gold, Silver or Bronze medals based on state proficiency standards, how well they prepare students for college, and other factors. U.S. News & World Report has published the Best High Schools rankings since 2007. More information: http:// www.usnews.com/education/besthigh-schools/oregon.
Local students graduate from Oregon State University CORVALLIS, Ore – Oregon State University will hold its 145th commencement on Saturday, June 14, beginning at 10:30 a.m. in Reser Stadium. The commencement speaker is Ann A. Kiessling, director of the independent Bedford Stem Cell Research Foundation and a leader in both stem cell research and reproductive biology. She also will receive an honorary doctorate from the university.
Commencement is free and open to the public; no tickets are necessary. More information about OSU’s graduation is available online at: http://oregonstate.edu/ events/commencement/ Local students graduating this June from Oregon State include: MORROW Boardman: Daniel R. Hansen, Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Sciences; Aaron M. Hendricks, Bachelor of Science,
Mechanical Engineering; Joel G. Llamas, Master of Natural Resources, Natural Resources; Ruben Mendoza, Master of Science, Animal Science. Heppner: Emily J. Thompson, Honors Bachelor of Science, Cum Laude, Biology; Ashley L. Wolff, Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, Bachelor of Science, Management. Irrigon: Cassandra A. Feyder, Bachelor of Arts, English.
Irrigon Jr-Sr High student named a Gates Millennium Scholar for 2014 Propane Delivery
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IRRIGON – Jordan Connell is one of just 1,000 students from across the country to be named a Gates Millennium Scholar for 2014, which earns her a good-through-graduation scholarship to any college or university of her choice. Connell was selected from 52,000 applicants from around the U.S. for her strong leadership, community service and academic achievements. Connell, who will graduate as co-valedictorian from Irrigon Jr-Sr High School on May 30 with a 4.00 cumulative GPA, is the fourth student from her school in the last five years to be named a Gates Millennium Scholar. She will graduate with 38 college credits, and will leave behind a peer tutoring program she took the incentive to begin during her freshman year that still thrives today. Besides her rigorous academic schedule, Connell also has found
time to participate in other school activities, including basketball, volleyball, pep band, jazz band, the National Honors Society, and Key Club, where she has served as both secretary and vice president. Connell also served as the student representative on the Morrow County School District’s Student Health Advisory Council, and was one of the top counselors at Irrigon’s Outdoor School program last spring. As a Gates Millennium Scholar, Connell will not only receive scholarship funds through a doctoral degree – should she choose to take her education that far – but she also will have the opportunity to participate in the GMS Freshmen Leadership Conference and other GMS Leadership Development programs, as well as have access to an online resource center. The Gates Millennium Scholars
(GMS) Program, funded by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, was established in 1999 to provide outstanding low income African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American, and Hispanic American students with an opportunity to complete an undergraduate college education in any discipline they choose. Continuing Gates Scholars may request funding for a graduate degree program in one of the following discipline areas: computer science, education, engineering, library science, mathematics, public health or science. The goal of GMS is to promote academic excellence by providing thousands of outstanding students, who have significant financial need, the opportunity to reach their full potential.
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Historical Hanford B Reactor tour scheduled for July 9th Another tour of the historical B Reactor at the Hanford complex in Washington has been scheduled for July 9. Interested persons in North and South Morrow County are invited to sign up. The April tour was so successful, the Morrow County Historical Society is handling the arrangements for this second tour of the important historic development in our region, in cooperation with Morrow County Special Transportation Service. Individuals are encouraged to get on the list of participants now. Sign-up will close on June 25. Handling sign-ups in Heppner is Doris Brosnan (541-676-5382), for
Boardman and Irrigon is Bobbie Hug (541-481-4021). Senior citizens and individuals with disabilities will have priority if interest exceeds the maximum capacity of the buses. Tentatively, Morrow County Special Transportation buses will leave Boardman and Heppner at 8:30 A.M. on July 9 and meet at the Umatilla truck stop, to caravan to the Hanford site. The tour will begin at 11:15 and last approximately four hours. It does not include climbing; it can accommodate canes, walkers, and wheelchairs, although some areas will be tight; and chairs are available for sitting
when needed. Participants should be able to remain on their feet for as long as thirty minutes. Participants are responsible for their snacks, drinks, sack lunches. The weather could be extremely warm, so drinks and appropriate clothing are especially important. The suggested donation per person will be $10 for the bus ride. The tour is free. An internet visit to hanford.gov offers additional information about the World War II phenomenon, the B Reactor. Questions may be directed to Doris Brosnan at 541-676-5382.
BMCC’s Small Business Development Center director honored PENDLETON, Ore. – Blue Mountain Community College’s Vice President for Economic Development, Art Hill, has been named a State Star for Oregon by America’s Small Business Development Center Network. Hill, who also runs BMCC’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC), will be honored at a gala reception during the America’s SBDC 2014 annual meeting Sept. 9-12 in Grapevine, Texas. The State Star recipients are exemplary performers in their local SBDC programs, make significant contributions to the state and/or local SBDC programs, and show a strong commitment to small business. Winners are selected by the State Star Selection Committee, comprised of prior State Star recipients who are also current Oregon Small Business Development Center Network personnel. “On behalf of BMCC, I congratulate Art on this well-deserved award,” said Andrea Fowler, who
works with Hill in the college’s SBDC. “Over the years I have worked with him on small business and workforce initiatives, and I know first-hand that Art is a tireless champion of small business.” Hill has tirelessly demonstrated his commitment to small business community and the state through continuous dedication to bringing new business to eastern Oregon. Recent successes include the creation of the Eastern Oregon Business Accelerator and a contract to test Unmanned Aerial Vehicles in the region. An agreement between the BMCC SBDCs and the Portland State University Business Accelerator brings resources to fastgrowth companies in the region, enhancing the experience of an entrepreneurial community with all of its financial, marketing, mentoring and technical support systems, said Terry Becktold, an SBDC advisor at BMCC who nominated Hill
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for the award. She said Hill has already received direct expressions of support for this project from organizations including the Oregon Entrepreneur’s Network, Technology Association of Oregon, the Governor’s Office of Minority, Women and Emerging Small Business, and the Oregon SMDC Network. “Not only does Art put together great plans for new businesses, he also helps existing businesses expand and further their investment opportunities working in tandem with Grow Oregon and the SBDC network’s Capital Access Team,” Becktold said. The Oregon Small Business Development Center Network is a well-established partnership between 17 community colleges throughout Oregon, two state universities, our federal government, the State of Oregon, and other business partners. BMCC hosts one of 19 SBDCs in Oregon.
Oregon Trail Library Boardman Branch Fiction: Transhuman – Ben Bova Why Kings Confess – C.S. Harris 200 S. Main Street Prayer – Philip Kerr Boardman By It’s Cover – Donna Leon Night Diver – Elizabeth Lowell In Paradise – Peter Matthiessen A Family Affair – Fern Michaels The Collector – Nora Roberts Unlucky 13 – James Patterson The Target – David Baldacci Chestnut Street – Maeve Binchy Starfire – Dale Brown Natchez Burning – Greg Isles Moving Target – Judith A. Jance The Keeper – John T. Lescroart Ruin Falls – Jenny Milchman Concealed in Death – J.D. Robb Field of Prey – John Sandford Influx – Daniel Suarez Keep Quiet – Lisa Scottoline Hidden Order – Brad Thor Cauldron of Ghosts – David Weber Like a Mighty Army – David Weber Carnal Curiosity – Stuart Woods Everything to Lose – Andrew Gross Bridge to Haven – Francine Rivers Midnight Crossroad – Charlaine Harris Death of a Policeman – M.C. Beaton Otherwise Engaged – Amanda Quick Live to See Tomorrow – Iris Johansen The Hidden Child – Camilla Lackberg The Other Story – Tatiana De Rosnay The Invention of Wings – Sue Monk Kidd Walking on Water – Richard Paul Evans Saints of the Shadow Bible – Ian Rankin The Last Kind Words Salon – Larry McMurtry While Beauty Slept – Elizabeth Canning Blackwell Cavendon Hall – Barbara Taylor Bradford Non-Fiction: Toxin Toxout – Bruce Lourie The Monuments Men – Robert M. Edsel
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Oregon Trail Library District Summer Reading Kickoff
“An Explosion Of Stories” with special guest Christopher Leebrick! Boardman Library: Friday, June 13, 2014 at 10:30 AM Irrigon Branch: Friday, June 13, 2014 at 2 PM
OTLD Boardman Library Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
10am – 8pm Closed 10am-8pm Noon – 5pm Noon – 5pm 10am – 2pm Closed
Irrigon Branch:
Tuesday 10:30 am - 1:00 pm Closed for Lunch 1:30pm -4:00pm Thursday 10:30 am - 1:00 pm Closed for Lunch 1:30pm -4:00pm
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BEO participates in National Teach Children to Save Day Rocio Cuevas, customer service representative, and Julie Cobian & Shana Beck, tellers, from the Irrigon branch of Bank of Eastern Oregon, gave a savings lesson to K thru third grade students at A.C. Houghton Elementary School as part of the American Bankers Association Education Foundation’s Teach Children to Save Program. Julie Gisi, branch manager, and Elise Cundiff, teller, at the Boardman branch, gave the lesson to K thru third graders at the Sam Boardman Elementary School. Bank of Eastern Oregon employees joined thousands of bankers across the country that traded in their balance sheets for blackboards to help fill the need for financial education. “Studies show that kids aren’t learning the skills they need to make smart financial decisions as adults,” said Jeff Bailey, president and CEO. “Communities and schools teach other life skills, but we don’t spend enough time teaching financial skills. Bankers were in the schools during April & May to help fill that gap and prepare future customers for financial success.” A significant number of schools were reached by the staff of Bank of Eastern Oregon in the eastern Oregon rural communities it serves. “We use our previously announced partnership with Everfi Financial Literacy program to further enhance the financial education of the youth in our area,” added Bailey. The lessons taught included activities about the concept of saving, how interest makes money grow, how to budget and determining needs and wants. Bank of Eastern Oregon’s employees visited a total of 16 elementary schools in its local banking communities. Along with the lessons, employees presented a total of 1,440 students with a Bank of Eastern Or-
egon “Get in the Mood to Save” Mood color-changing water bottle. Since the American Bankers Association Education Foundation’s National Teach Children to save Day began in 1997, thousands of bankers have taught money skills to more than one million students. Bank of Eastern Oregon offers the following tips to help parents make every day “Savings Day”: · Help kids open up their own bank savings account and make deposits regularly. Many banks have children’s accounts that have no fee or minimum-balance requirements. · Make going to the bank fun! Some banks have kids’ clubs where members get newsletters or receive balloons when they make a deposit. · Kids love to get mail, so encourage them to keep an eye out for their quarterly statement. · Talk to your child about the family budget. Include a discussion on wants and needs. Reinforce this by budgeting for a family outing or purchase. · While children know that money doesn’t grow on trees, they may think it comes out of a wall. Show them how an ATM machine works and explain that to take money out of the bank you must first put it in. · Give your kids positive feedback. As they get older, give them responsibility over how they spend their money. The ABA Education Foundation, a nonprofit subsidiary of the American Bankers Association, is committed to developing and providing education programs that lead to financial literacy. The ABA Education Foundation’s National Teach Children to Save Day is held every April when thousands of bankers make presentations to students on the importance of saving for their future.
Congratulations to this year’s Crystal Apple Award recipients! The Crystal Apple celebrates the role teachers and school staff play in students’ lives. The demand of educators has increased, as teachers act as mentors as well as instructors. To celebrate the educator’s extraordinary efforts in the classroom, exemplary educators are nominated and receive recogn ition with a Crystal Apple Award. The Boardman and Irrigon educators recognized this year are the following: Karen Brown Karen is a 7th grade EnglishLanguage Arts teacher at Riverside
lations, Karen! Jane Ginther Jane is an educational assistant at A.C. Houghton Elementary School in Irrigon, and has worked in the Morrow County School District for 18 years. She took on the task of a young man just out of Mexico with no English. Jane, who has a hearing impairment, took extra classes to learn Spanish on her own time so that she could talk to her student. By the second year the student was fluent in both languages, was
County School District for 6 years. Marissa brings perseverance, dedication and humor to her job each day. Touches the lives of each of her students, supporting their academic successes and building life skills that will serve them well beyond Irrigon Jr/Sr High. She is intimately involved not only in her student’s academic pursuits, but she helps them to navigate challenges by acknowledging and supporting the challenges they face at home and outside of the school building. Marissa is flexible and optimistic, even during periods of crisis or when faced with difficult decisions. She makes sure the decisions made are the best possible for the student involved. Thank you, Marissa!
Riverside Jr. Sr. High School 7th Grade Teacher Karen Brown is the recipient of a Crystal Apple Award. High School in Boardman, and has worked in the Morrow County School District for 15 years. Karen is an outstanding language arts teacher that year after year gets impressive results from her students on their OAKS reading tests and district writing samples. Additionally, this year Karen took on our senior writing lab class to work with seniors that still needed to pass the writing requirement for graduation. Karen does all of this and also builds positive relationships with students that bring them back to her room year after year to ask questions and get her help. Karen is a teacher dedicated to her craft and her students. Congratu-
Crystal Apple Award recipient Jane Ginther is an Educational Assistant at A.C. Houghton Elementary School in Irrigon. starting to read in English, could do his touch points, and participated with a group. Jane has recess supervision, is a member of the safety committee, and recently she helped in a classroom when a substitute could not be found. She, also, works in the after school program, and does most of the copying and laminating. Thank you for all you do, Jane! Marissa Turner Marissa is a special education teacher at Irrigon Jr-Sr High School, and has taught in the Morrow
Special Education Teacher at Irrigon Jr. Sr. High School Marissa Turner is the recipient of a Crystal Apple Award.
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MCC rodeo teams win regionals, riding high to nation als - PENDLETON, Ore. – The Blue Mountain Community College men’s and women’s rodeo teams took home regional titles May 2-3, and now the men’s team sits at No. 1 in the nation and the women at No. 2 in the nation in the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association. At regionals last week, the men’s team swept the All-Around competition, with Jared Park, Clayton Hansen and Chase Hansen coming in first, second and third place, respectively. In the women’s All-Around, Callahan Crossley took home first place, while Shelby Scott and Taylor Schneider took home fourth and fifth place, respectively. Callahan is ranked first in the nation in barrel racing, while Clayton Hansen is ranked first in the nation in tie-down roping. BMCC will send 10 rodeo team members to the College National Finals in Casper, Wyo., June 15-24. For a complete list of standings at last week’s regionals, visit http:// www.collegerodeo.com/ RodeosRegional_Standings.asp?Region=NW. unfest Vendors, Saturday, July 12th marks Hermiston’s 9th annual downtown Funfest event with loads of fun for the whole family. Last year we saw over 4000 people at this one day event. If you would like to join us as a vendor at this year’s Festival this is your opportunity to promote your business, art work, crafts, commercial products, fundraisers or if you want to just join in the fun with games, then this event is for you! There are spaces available on Main Street. Contact the Hermiston Chamber of Commerce for more information at 541-567-6151 or visit our website for Funfest vendor applications at www.hermistonchamber.com, also visit us on Facebook for up to date information. iwanis Club of Boardman has awarded scholarships to graduating 2014 Boardman and Irrigon seniors. Each $500.00 scholarship was awarded in recognition of the students’ academic qualifications, financial need and community involvement. Chosen to receive scholarships were Gregg Shimer and Samantha Hernandez of Riverside High School and Nildia Resendiz and Betsy Guadarrama of Irrigon High School.
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he Hermiston Chambers Vision is to promote, educate and support Latino Businesses in the Greater Hermiston area through networking, advocacy and business community partnership. The Latino Business Network meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 11th at 9am at the Hermiston Conference Center 415 S Hwy. 395 in Hermiston. Special Speaker Janet Jones will be sharing ways to encourage work place wellness in your business or organization and about programs that are available locally For more information about the Latino Business Network call Debbie Pedro at 541-567-6151.
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Letters to the Editor Star Spangled Banner Deserves Your Hand and Your Heart! Do you know where to place your right haand while the National Anthem is being sung? We know we are supposed to stand, but what do we do with our hand? If you are like me, older than the Baby Boomers, you might not be aware of the Flag Code, amended by the 94th Congress and approved July 7, 1976. It is never too late to learn new things. Here is the official protocol, in use since 1976. “During the rendition of the national anthem when the flag is displayed, all present…shall stand at attention facing the flag with the right hand over the heart… When music is played but the flag is not displayed, those present should face toward the music, and act in the manner they would if the flag were displayed there” (this means put your right hand over your heart). Let’s all practice what we just learned on Saturday June 14, Flag Day, as we sing and salute the National Anthem. Carol Michael Boardman, Oregon
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Interactive Visitor Center Providing Mental Health, Alcohol & Drug, Gambling, Developmental Disabilities, and 24 Crisis Services. 541.481.2911 Boardman Office 541.676.9161 Heppner Office
La Guadalupana Fashion Regalos Gift Wrapping or Box FREE w/any purchase Fresh Flowers Chocolates Jewelry Gift Baskets Balloons Gift Bags Perfume
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HERE’S MY CARD The Mouse Factory Beauty Salon Linda Toms, Owner/Manager 481-3216 200-B NW First- Boardman
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THE NEXT EDITION OF NORTH MORROW TIMES will be in your mailbox July 1, 2014. Deadline for advertising and story ideas is Tuesday, June 24, 2014. Mail your entries to: North Morrow Times, PO Box 907, Boardman, OR 97818 E-mail: lprag@centurytel.net
ROOMS IN BOARDMAN FOR rent. Clean, one mile South of Boardman. Full Kitchen with dishwasher & TV. Rent by the month. Call Jim 541/481-6460 or 541/ 300-0837.
RECEPTIONIST FOR BUSY HEALTH CENTER Is needed with a minimum of 2 years’ experience. Duties include answering/routing phone calls on multiline phone system and EMR system, scheduling appointments, scanning, faxing, patient intake, and processing/ maintaining records. Require computer skills, pre-screen drug test, and clean background with OIG. Spanish bilingual preferred. Confidentiality required. Computer skills are necessary. Confidentiality required. Bilingual preferred. Please submit resume to crchs@crchs.net or fax to 541-481-2020, with Attn: Reception Position. Application may be picked up at 450 Tatone ST., Boardman.
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 541256-0175 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 Senior Center, 100 Tatone St., next to City Hall. No appointment necessary. Sponsored by Morrow Co. Health District Home Health. Starting July 1, 2014 the prince will be $30.00.
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BOARDMAN APARTMENTS NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS 2 & 3 bedroom apartments – Subsidized units, On-site laundry. Lawn Care Provided. On-site parking. 331 NW Boardman Ave., Boardman, OR 97818 Call 541-481-2118 An Equal Housing Opportunity First Month Free Rent! Columbia Hills Manor 350 W. Hemlock Arlington, Oregon Independent Living for Seniors 60+ Brand New 2 bedroom energy efficient homes $509-$515 Granite Countertops with high end finishes Secured Entry Large Community Room Water, Garbage & Sewer Paid Call 541-454-0024 TTY 711 Income & Age Restrictions Apply 5,000 sq ft. commercial space for rent. Easily dividable to accommodate to your liking. Near City Hall and the Select Market in Boardman. Contact Jeff @ 503-984-4294 for more information.
Boardman Senior Center * Tuesday June 10 Tater Tot Casserole Watergate Salad Harvard Beets Hot Rolls Pineapple Upside/ down Cake Tuesday June 17 Chicken Enchilada Casserole Spanish Rice Tossed Salad Fruit & Cookies Tuesday June 24 Salad Bar Garlic Bread Berry Cheesecake Bars
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Thursday June 12 Hamburgers & Hot Dogs Potato Salad Chips Gingerbread Thursday June 19 Birthday Dinner Pork Loin Chops Potatoes & Gravy Glazed Carrots Zucchini Slaw Rolls Cake & Ice Cream Thursday June 26 Chicken Fried Steak Scalloped Potatoes Hominy Layered Salad Fruit Cobblerf
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NEEDED IMMEDIATELY: NURSING/MEDICAL ASSISTANT - Prior Nursing or Medical Assistant experience required with Electronic Medical Records. Must be professional, flexible, and work well with patients. Duties include taking vitals, inputting patient information in EMR, answering phone calls on multi-line phone system, and assisting medical provider with patient care. Drug free workplace. Must have clean background with OIG. Spanish bilingual preferred. Confidentiality required. Computer skills required. Please submit resume to crchs@crchs.net or fax to (541) 4812020, with Attn: C. Maher. Application may be picked up at 450 Tatone ST., Boardman
Breakfast Saturday June 7th 7:00 to 10:30 am Boardman Senior Center
$5.00 Sausage/Ham; Eggs/Pancakes Hash Browns, Biscuits & Gravy, Coffee/Juice
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