North Morrow Times April, 2024

North Morrow

Volume XXXI

Number 11

April 5, 2024

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Marina fish cleaning station replaced

MCURD commissioner Rick Stokoe cut the ribbon for the ceremony.

An excited and appreciative crowd turned out March 19th for Boardman Park & Recreation District’s ribbon cutting ceremony for their new fish cleaning station at Marina Park.

The previous station, which was installed in 2012, was not beefy enough to handle all the walleye skins local fishermen are harvesting. This new $70,000 monster package is called the Barracude III, and comes with a 5-horsepower motor to power the grinder and send the offal down the sewer.

The stainless steel platform and working benches make for easy cleanup, too.

Morrow County Unified Recreation District (MCURD) granted $62,500 towards this station, with additional money coming from the popular, annual Boardman Walleye Tournament participants. MCURD is run by commissioners Cyde Ustes, President, Bob Byrd, Barry Turner, Rick Stokoe and Linda LaRue. Katie Murray is the Executive Director.

George Shimer, CEO of Boardman Park & Recreation District thanked the crowd for turning out, and all the efforts that went into the purchase of this new equipment. He stated with the previous equipment, the employees would have to attend to the fish cleaning station multiple times a day, unplug the system, and haul the fish remnants into the garbage dumpsters. “It gets pretty ripe around the dumpsters during the summertime,” he laughed.

The new equipment has a much bigger and more powerful grinder, which chews up the fish parts and flushes it all down the sewer.

The popularity of the fish cleaning station sees hundreds of fishermen utilize the facility.

The free boat launch, and free use of the cleaning station make Boardman a favority along the Columbia River.

Free Garbage Voucher for Residents

Bryce Doherty of O’Doherty Outfitters utilized the new fish cleaning station and found it to be much better than the old station.

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Who is North Morrow Vector Control District?

North Morrow Vector Control District is an Oregon Special District formed by public vote in 1978 acting under state authority outlined in ORS452.

North Morrow Vector Control District has its own tax base and budget and is governed by a Board of Trustees appointed by the Morrow County Board of Commissioners. The district size is 274 square miles and serves the Boardman and Irrigon communities. We conduct mosquito surveillance, disease testing, mosquito control, and public education as part of an Integrated Mosquito Management (IMM) program to protect North Morrow County residents from vector-borne diseases such as West Nile Virus,

Western Equine Encephalitis, and St. Louis Encephalitis.

The district operates with a permanent tax rate of $.1899/$1,000 which generates an estimated $633,686 and an option levy rate of $.10/$1,000 which generates an estimated $284,368 of taxable assessed value.

Our mission is to maintain mosquito populations below nuisance levels and to prevent human infection associated with mosquito-borne disease, which is transmitted by the mosquito genera Culex, known to us as enemy number one. Our biggest challenge over the past few years has been the recent elevated reservoir levels in the Columbia River John Day Pool in the late spring and early fall creating difficult access to mosquito breeding sources on the Washington and Oregon shorelines.

Unfortunately, Washington’s side of the river currently has no mosquito control, leaving their shorelines producing unacceptable populations of adult biting mosquitoes triggering our district to increase our ULV spraying activities, known as fogging, and respond to public service requests for control during that time. The genera of mosquitoes, known as Aedes,

North Morrow Times Co-Editors: Lynn Prag (541) 571- 3071 Jane Pope (541) 377-6801 Email: NorthMTimes@gmail.com or mail to P. O. Box 907, Boardman, OR 97818 Check us out on the Web: http://issuu.com/northmorrowtimes Or on FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/northmorrowtimes/ A monthly free publication for the promotion of community news and service in Boardman and Irrigon. Published on the first Friday of each month; ad and copy deadlines are the previous Friday of each month.

may pose a secondary West Nile virus risk to humans and livestock, and can cause dog heart worms in your pet. (look for over the counter products that protect your pets from dog heart worm) North Morrow Vector Control District Mosquito Prevention Tips: The best way to avoid getting sick from a mosquito-borne illness is to prevent mosquito bites. Follow these tips to reduce your risk from mosquitoes! 1.Avoid outside activity at dawn and dusk as much as possible during mosquito season (May to October). This is particularly important for the elderly and small children. 2.· Wear long sleeves and pants along with shoes and socks to reduce the amount of exposed skin. 3. Use an EPA-registered insect repellent with DEET, Oil of lemon or eucalyptus (OLE), Picaridin, IR3535, Para-methane-diol (PMD), or 2undecanone. Always follow the label directions! 4. Place mosquito netting over strollers and infant carriers during mosquito season. 5. Make sure all doors and windows in your home have properly fitted screens.

Repair or replace any screens that have tears or holes in them.

· 6. Eliminate potential mosquito breeding areas around your home by regularly checking for anything that can hold standing water for more than a (3) days like tires, buckets, jars, plant pots, etc. Dump standing water when you find it and be sure to change water frequently in pet bowls, bird baths and livestock watering troughs. · Besure to vaccinate your horse against West Nile virus and Western Equine Encephalitis every spring. · Request mosquito larva eating fish for your watering trough or ornamental pond. · Vote for North Morrow Vector Control Districts Option Levy this November. The option

levy generates revenue to improve response time to West Nile virus and other emerging mosquito-borne diseases.

Maintains the utilization of aircraft for mosquito control operations. Improves outreach programs and public education efforts. Increases the utilization, and upgrade available technology for mosquito control and maintain vehicle and equipment replacement.

If you are experiencing biting mosquitoes or need mosquito larva eating fish call North Morrow Vector Control District at (541) 481-6082. For more information check out our website www.nmvector.org

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Hermiston Lions Club announces opening of scholarships for local communities

Easter fun at Boardman Park & Recreation District included (photo above) Underwater Egg Hunt at the Pool & Recreation Center and (photo left) Flashlight Egg Hunt for teenagers. There was also a Community Egg Hunt in the Day Use area on Saturday, March 30th. You can count on the Recreation District to provide lots of fun activities for the youth in our community!

Pictured L-R: Ashley Treadwell, Madison Orem, and Elizabeth Doherty accept their formal scholarships from the Hermiston Lions Club at a Lions meeting in May of 2023. Not pictured, but also a recipient, Hannah Melville. The deadline for the Hermiston Lions Club’s scholarships for 2024 is April 19, 2024.

The Hermiston Lions Club is pleased to announce the opening of its annual scholarship program, extending opportunities for higher education to the communities of Boardman, Echo, Hermiston, Ione, Irrigon, Stanfield, Umatilla.

The Hermiston Lions Club awards a total of four scholarships, each valued at $2,000, to graduating high school seniors or reaturning college students in 2024. The scholarships are also open to vocational or trade school opportunities. These

scholarships aim to support and encourage educational pursuits among the youth of our communities.

Applicants interested in applying for the scholarships are invited to request an application via email from scholarships@hermistonlionsclub.com.

The deadline for submissions is April 19, 2024. The Hermiston Lions Club encourages all eligible students to apply for these scholarships and take advantage of this valuable opportunity to further their education.

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BMCC News...

Spring Term is underway at Blue Mountain Community College and for many students, that means the countdown is on to commencement. Students who want to see their name in the program need to complete the Application for Graduation by April 21 and order their cap and gown soon after. Exciting times ahead.

For other students, now is the time to get the FAFSA form filled out for the 2024-25 school year. No doubt, that process has been a bumpy ride after the FAFSA was revamped in hopes of simplification. Anyone having trouble with the FAFSA is welcome to stop by the BMCC Workforce Training Center for assistance. If we don’t know the answer, we’ll try to find someone who does.

Another session of Forklift Operator will be held April 19 starting at 8 am.

Students should either plan to spend some time on the forklift simulator or have some previous experience operating machinery to make the skills portion of the class go smoothly. Cost of the class is $179 and the operator card is good for three years from the date of the class. Call us at 541-481-2099 for more information.

Plans are in the works for another series of free computer workshops. Please call or email with suggestions for topics. Excel has been popular and more topics of Excel can certainly be covered but what else do people want to learn?

Call 541-481-2099 or email amorter@bluecc.edu with your ideas.

Hours at the BMCC Workforce Training Center are Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.

Community wide / City Clean-day Monday Apr 22, 2024 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The city of Boardman will have a clean-up day and plant trees all over the city of Boardman. If you are interested in volunteering for these projects please contact: Brandon Hammond - City Clean-up hammondb@cityofboardman.com George Shimer - Tree Planting georges@boardmanparkandrec.com

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MCSD forms Community Bond Advisory Committee Morrow County School District and its Board of Directors is excited to announce the formation of a Community Bond Advisory Committee for the Pre-Bond Process. The committee, which is composed of 21 community members from Boardman, Heppner, Lexington and Irrigon, will be charged with considering various options for submitting a potential capital construction bond to voters in May 2025. The committee will meet monthly thru December 2024 when they will submit their recommendation to the School Board. The committee is composed of the following community members: Zac Acock, Doris Brosnan, Luis

Campos, Andrew Cemore, Dave Cooley, Pamela Cutsforth, Jose Duenas, Frances Glenn,Torrie Griggs, Brett Harrison, Jan Huddleston, Karla Jimenez, Angela Jones, Tia McNamee, Sue Oliver, Brandi Orem, Michelle Patton, Lisa Pratt, Madison Rosenbalm, George Shimer, Lisa Wedam, Gina Wilson “The School Board is excited to work with community members in the pre-bond process,” says School Board Chair Becky Kindle. “This is a great opportunity to bring our communities together for all our students.”

The Morrow County School District Board of directors recently adopted the following goals as

part of the Pre-Bond Process: 1.

Ensure all buildings are structurally safe.

2.

Extend the life of our buildings for future generations of students.

3.

Be the Eastern Oregon leader for CTE and STEAM programs.

4.

Create inspiring educational environments that are uniquely Morrow County.

If you have questions about the process or would like further information, please contact the school district at 541676-5705 or visit our MCSD Bond page @ https:// www.morrow.k12.or.us/page/ community-bond-advisorycommittee

What kinds of recycling services are available in Morrow wasteshed?

Boardman SeniorBreakfast Saturday, April 6 7:30 - 10:30 am Hash Browns, Eggs, Pancakes, Ham, Sausage, Pancakes Biscuits & Gravy, Coffee/Juice/Milk

Boardman Senior Center 100 Tatone Street * Boardman

Morrow County has mainly a rural population. Major commercial recycling is too far away from our citizens and businesses – so recycling services are limited. Most of the recycling efforts are focused on providing recycling containers in various locations in the cities, at the transfer station in Lexington and near Boardman and at Finley Buttes Landfill.

Materials accepted for recycling are generally: flattened cardboard boxes, newspaper, glass, tin and aluminum. While the County does not have any dedicated personnel to develop and implement County-wide reuse, composting or recycling programs, we do have an informational brochure called “Recycle Today” which is available to citizens and businesses.

A collection and composting program for commercial and institutional food waste, nonrecyclable paper and other compostable waste is not yet available but Morrow County is working on making this available.

Morrow County tries to keep access to all avenues of recycling available. Other recycling

opportunities supported by Morrow County include: • Morrow County Residence are allowed to dump televisions, computers and monitors, and all electronic waste items FREE of charge.

• Latex and oil based paints may be recycled FREE of charge to County residents. .

• Morrow County Transfer Stations will waive the fee for the disposal of large items such as furniture, home appliances, washers, dryers, refrigerators, water heaters and mattresses for residents of Morrow large items can be disposed of FREE of charge. Morrow County would like to remind you of the County Ordinance 5.010 Transportation of Solid Waste. No

person shall transport or selfhaul, as defined in the Solid Waste Management Plan, solid waste on a public road unless such waste or solid waste is covered and secured. Be aware that Morrow County will attach a $10.00 fine to anyone not complying with this County Ordinance.

You will be required to show proof of residence in the County with identification. Containers or Electronics Waste and Paint drop off are located at the North Transfer Station 69900 Frontage Ln. Boardman and the South Transfer Station 57185 Hwy 74, Lexington. Any questions or concerns please call Sandi Putman at Morrow County Public Works 541-9899500.

Crafty Nights @ The Library Floral Hoop Art All 3 Branches Adults Only April 10 - 6:00 pm Register Online: OTLD.org

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Volunteers recognized at Chamber Banquet The 34th Annual Boardman Chamber of Commerce Banquet recognized those unsung heroes: the volunteers who make things happen in our community.

During the evening of socialization, good food and laughter, the following were honored.

Youth Citizen is Monserrat Pacheco, a Riverside High School 18-year-old, who is looking forward to studying biology this fall at Oregon State University. As part of her award, she received a $1,000 scholarship from the Chamber.

Citizens of the Year were Ruth and Paul Beagle. “Paul and Ruth are some of the most generous and caring people I know,” says nominator Erika Lasiter.

Pioneers honored are Dave and Maria Richards, for those who have lived in Boardman more than 40 years. “We’ve seen the town grow, we’ve seen our children grow, our grandchildren grow, and now our great-grandchildren are here, too. So it’s been kind of nice,” said Maria.

Educator of the Year is Stephanie Simpson, who is in her 6th year teaching at Riverside High School. She just happens to be Youth Citizen Monserrat Pacheco’s favorite teacher. “She’s taught me math since my freshman year. I’m really glad that we both got the award the same year,” said Pacheco. Simpson is the Senior Advisor this school year. “It’s been rewarding to offer insight and advice to students as they contemplate their futures,” said Simpson. “My students mean everything and I would do anything and everything for them,” she added.

Business Person of the Year is Leslie Pierson, who is a Realtor with Windermere Real Estate. “It is a sincere privilege for me to help people find homes and invest in their futures, so

thank you for that opportunity,” she said.

Business of the Year is Tillamook, the dairy manufacturing company. Michael Graham, director of plant operations at the Boardman Plant, accepted the award along with a few coworkers. “As much as I love our products, it’s really the people that make our products great,” said Graham.

“I just want to thank the employees and I want to thank Boardman.”

Frontline Worker of the Year is Deena Gallaway, who has been an emergency responder for over ten years. She volun-

teers for Boardman Fire Rescue District. She thanked the Chamber for her recognition.

The banquet, held at Port of Morrow Riverfront Center, raised about $10,000 which will fund additional scholarships for Riverside High School graduates. The scholarship fund was fattened from ticket sales for this event, an auction on donated baskets filled with goodies and buy-in based games with prizes for the winning attendees.

The Chamber wishes to thank their sponsors for this event: Platinum Sponsor:

Boardman Fire Rescue, Umatilla Electric Cooperative and Morrow County Unified Recreation District.

Gold Sponsors: AWS, Threemile Canyon Farms, Pinegate Renewable, Tillamook, Avista and Lamb Weston.

Silver Sponsors are

Boardman Jumpstart Java and Bank of Eastern Oregon.

For more information on how to become a member of Boardman Chamber of Commerce, and Distinguished Awards from this and previous years, go to the Boardman Chamber of Commerce website: www.boardmanchamber.org

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Erick Orellana Mobile Detailing LLC A young man with dreams for a better life is active in Boardman.

Erick Orellana and his family emigrated from El Salvador to Boardman in 2015 when Erick was ten years old, and didn’t speak a word of English.

He is the youngest of 7 chil-

but is quick to learn, and gets may have to settle for a place in good grades in school now. Hermiston. Meanwhile, he is Meanwhile, he has been busy mobile, so he can come to his working at his family’s restau- customer ’s homes to do his rant in TriCities, while also at- work. tending Barber School. That efHis detailing is set up in fort ended when he was in a car packages: accident that totaled his ve#1 Maintenance, where he hicle. vacuums the inside of the autoNext he started mobile, washes all windows inhis own business a side and out, washes the extecouple of years ago af- rior of the vehicle and cleans the ter purchasing a tires, all for $70. pickup. He details #2, Gold Package includes all cars. He started out items in the previous package using whatever prod- plus a full two-step wash, with uct and equipment clear wax, steam cleaning seats was on hand, and since and carpets, cleaning all door then purchased a pro- jambs for $150. fessional mobile detail#3 Platinum Package ining system so he can cludes everything in the previ“do it right!” ous packages plus cleaning the “The best way engine for $250. to learn something is Erick will restore cloudy to practice,” says headlights for $50, and also ofErick. He advertises fers a 2-year guaranteed ceon Facebook, and has ramic vehicle coating for $350 many happy custom- or a 10-year guaranteed ceers who applaud his ef- ramic vehicle coating for $700. forts. He does detailHe wants to learn how to tint ing while also attend- windows to add that service to ing school, because his business. that’s important to He has joined Boardman him.

Chamber of Commerce, and Erick Orellana, owner and operator of He’s been look- provides many happy referOrellana’s Movbile Detaiuling LLC ing for a location to ences for his services on rerent in Boardman quest. dren, and knows that life can where he can work on Orellana’s Mobile Detailing be hard. “It wasn’t safe in El customer’s cars, but says he LLC can be reached at 458/219Salvador, gangs were every5649. where, you couldn’t safely walk down the street,” remembers Erick.

His parents did “field work” when they arrived in Boardman. His father, now age 72, is no longer able to work due to health problems, but Erick’s mother still works at Oregon Potato, and Erick and his siblings all work together for the family.

It’s easy to tell Erick’s a go getter by just visiting with him. He will graduates from Riverside High School this spring, the first in his family to graduate high school. He Erick taught himself by trial and error to detail vechicles. Lots of practice from the spent three years in English as a Second start, he is still learning new ways to do a better job for the customers.

Language classes,

April showers make messy windshields. Great time to replace your wipers Got questions about your vehicle’s coverage? Let’s visit!

Contact our Hermiston office at * 541-567-8834 Or visit us at 455 E Main St, Hermiston www.wheatlandins.com

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Three million returned to Umatilla Electric members through Capital Credits Program HERMISTON - The Umatilla Electric Cooperative (UEC) Board of Directors approved the return of $3 million to members in March as part of the cooperative’s Capital Credits program. In all, over 11,000 current and former UEC members who purchased electricity during 2021 and 2022 will receive a refund. Checks were

sent to members in late March.

As a not-for-profit, memberowned company, UEC operates at cost, with net operating revenues, or margins, returned to members in the form of Capital Credits refunds. Refunds that are paid out to members (known as a retirement) are based on the amount of electricity purchased. Since it began distributing refunds in 1960,

UEC has returned Capital Credits to members annually, totally over $120 million in the program’s history. Refunds of less than $10 were not mailed, but rather retained in the member’s Capital Credits account until it surpasses that amount in a future distribution.

UEC is proud to return Capital Credits to our members as part of the cooperative difference.

April 5, 2024

Check this out!

Free airplane flights!

Meet your Pilot The pilots who participate in the Young Eagles program are local members of EAA who are volunteering their time and aircraft to make your flight possible. Each Young Eagles pilot is certificated with the Federal Aviation Administration or Transport Canada. Flights are conducted according to federal regulations and no aerobatic maneuvers will be performed.

What will my pre-flight be like?

First of all, your pilot will explain what you will see and do.

This may include explaining how airplanes work, looking at an aeronautical chart (or map), and describing the interior of the airplane, including the instrument panel. Then comes the fun part: you get to go flying!

Safety Reminders Safety is always top priority when it comes to aviation. Listen and follow instructions given by your pilot, stay away from the propellers, and stay with your pilot or ground crew at all times.

What will my flight be like?

You will spend about 15 to 20 minutes in the air and follow the basic steps in the flight pattern. You will experience the awesome feeling of flight that many people only dream about.

Many people remember this experience for the rest of their lives. You will, too!

When?

Saturday, May 4, 2024 @ 8:00 AM - 1:30 PM Contact: Susan Chlarson (509) 607-1257 Registration closed May 4th

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Jurassic Flats Carp Clave & Fly Fishing Expo BOARDMAN, Ore. (April 1) – SAVE THE DATE! Come join us with The House of Fly and Fly Project for the Inaugural Jurassic Flats Carp Clave on Saturday, April 20th, 2024. The SAGE Center will host presentations from 9:00AM to 3:00PM as we welcome the industry’s best anglers, tiers, and brands at 101 Olson Road in Boardman, Oregon.

You may not think of Boardman, Oregon when you think about fly fishing but what has been found is that the special fishery is the best in the transitional period just before runoff because of sight casting opportunities. They chose Boardman because it got straight F’s on its report card; Flats, Forage, and Fish. You will find it all just minutes away from the SAGE Center.

Presentations will kick off the day at 9:00AM with speakers Bill Marts from the Schmoots Clooper Invitational Tournament, Daryl Eakins, Eric Leininger, and Ryan Mock, as they educate about the Columbia River carp fisheries. Then, go and fish the flats after 3:00PM with an after-party to follow at Two Barrels Taps and Grill in the River Lodge at 6:00PM. Be sure to check out the food and drink vendors inside and outside on the day of the event, including 3rd Generation BBQ, Polynesian Grill, and Farm Grounds Coffee.

BOARDMAN PARK & RECREATION DISTRICT

For all the details check out their website: www.flyproject.us/Jurassicflats-carp-clave

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Morrow County now has free bus service Monday through Saturday

One of Morrow County’s 14-passenger buses; four buses are available Monday through Saturday for free transportation in the County.

Local golfer makes a hole-in-one at Marker 40

February 28th Karen Eddy, a Boardman resident was out with her husband, Joe playing a round of golf at Marker 40 golf course.

They were out enjoying the weather when the event of a lifetime happened. On the 9th hole, Karen hit a hole in one. She said “I’ve golfed for several years but I’m a terrible golfer. I have a 35 handicap, she laughed.

When I saw it was a hole in one, I jumped up and down and did a dance! I offered the one person in the clubhouse to buy a drink, but they didn’t want it, so my husband Joe and I had a drink to celebrate.”

Morrow County Public Transit now has 14-passenger fixed route bus stops servicing north and south parts of the county.

And best of all ---IT’S FREE! There are three fixed routes available at this time. The “Red Route” runs 1:15 - 1:57 pm with 36 stops in between in Boardman. The same sequence begins again at 3:15 pm, 4:15pm and 6:15 pm. This is an elaborate loop all over the city of Boardman.

The “Blue Route” begins at Hanley Energy in Boardman at 7:15 am, makes multiple stops within the city, then heads south to Lexington, Ione, back through Lexington and ends at 9:13 am at the Morrow County Courthouse in Heppner. This route repeats 12 hours later at 7:15 pm., The final piece of the route is the “Blue Route” more-or-less in reverse, running south to north. This “Green Route” begins at 4:45 at Pioneer Memorial Hospital in Heppner, winds through Lexington, Ione and

heads north to Boardman where it makes multiple stops, ending at 6:42 am at Lamb Weston West. This entire route repeats at 10:30 am and 12:15 pm.

There is no charge to ride any

of these bus routes, and anyone in Morrow County is eligible to utilize the service.

Previously, the bus service ran as a demand-response system; riders could call in for pickup. This service will continue running Monday through Friday. The three bus routes will run Monday through Sat-

urday. There will be no bus service on Sundays.

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held April 1st, which is the official onset of the bus routes, however passengers have been allowed onboard since March 11th, and the routes have been running since then. Four brand new buses service these routes, and Morrow County has hired five new fulltime employees to support this expanded system.

Funding is through grants from the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program and the US Department of Transportation. As funds become available, the County looks to provide a transit facility and will study where individual bus stop shelters will go.

To access pictures of these routes, go to their website: https://www.co.morrow.or.us/ theloop

Please join us weekly for Coffee Time with the Morrow County Veterans Services.

Coffee and refreshments will be provided Thursdays 8-11 a.m. Beginning April 11, 2024 Stokes Landing Senior Center, 195 NW Opal Place, Irrigon

Bring your friends!

For office appointments call 541-922-6420. Office located in the Morrow County Government Center at 215 NE Main Avenue, Irrigon.

Appointments available on request in Heppner.

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The Rustic Truck to be featured on America’s Best Restaurants IRRIGON: – Local restaurant The Rustic Truck will be hosting a visit from America’s Best Restaurants (ABR) in early April 2024.

America’s Best Restaurants, a national media and marketing company focusing on bringing attention to local, independently-owned restaurants, will bring its ABR Roadshow to the restaurant on April 5th. Popular dishes will be highlighted, along with an extensive oncamera interview with owners Rodger and Cherie Bumpaous about the restaurant’s special place in the community. The episode will be aired extensively on social media channels at a later date.

Open since 2019, the Rustic Truck offers a cozy, back-country vibe; wood logs from an old area mill make up the decor, as well as corrugated metal and license plate and truck parts decor.

The menu features appetizers, burgers and sandwiches, steaks and hearty ‘Old Skool Komfort’ entrees. Many items have vehicle-inspired names, such as the ‘Spark Plug Chicken Sticks’ appetizer or the ‘Flat Tire Quesadilla’.

Popular menu items sure to be featured on the episode include the hand-rubbed and

house-smoked baby back ribs and tri-tip steak, the latter which is also used for the Smoked Tri-Tip Dip sandwich.

The Pork Dually, another fan favorite, features house-smoked pulled pork, bacon, cheese and house-made barbecue sauce.

Additionally, The Rustic Truck offers special events, food specials, and fundraisers for the community. They host the annual Knights Pride Booster Club auction to support local schools.

“It’s been a long hard haul but we wouldn’t change a thing,” Cherie notes. “We are so proud to be a part of this community and so thankful the community has welcomed us with open arms. We look forward to a long run of fun and good food.”

America’s Best Restaurants will be filming on location on Friday April 5th from 9 am to noon PST. The press is invited to attend. The restaurant’s finished episode premiere date will be announced on their Facebook page and will be featured on America’s Best Restaurants’ website at https:// americasbestrestaurants.com/ rests/oregon/the-rustic-truckbar-and-grill.

Restaurants featured on the ABR Roadshow are found

through customer nominations or by a restaurant applying to be featured at www.americasbestrestaurants.com.

About The Rustic Truck: Open Tuesday through Sunday, The Rustic Truck Bar & Grill is located at100 W Hwy 730, Irrigon OR 97844. Telephone is (541) 922-4374. For more information visit ‘The Rustic Truck Bar & Grill’ on Facebook.

About ABR: America’s Best Restaurants, a national media and restaurant marketing company based in Florence, KY, travels the country telling the stories and highlighting the unique food of locally owned independent restaurants as part of their ABR Roadshow.

Restaurants are featured not only on ABR’s Restaurant Network of social media channels and website, but also each individual establishment’s Facebook page. With over 900 episodes filmed, America’s Best Restaurants is the premier marketing agency for restaurant owners and operators to have their story broadcast coast-to-coast.

Visit AmericasBestRestaurants.com to learn more and to view the episodes and profiles of hundreds of America’s Best Restaurants!

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Who we are: · Full Service pump installation and repair from well to pressure tank for both agriculture and domestic applications. · A local dealer and installer of the best solar pump package in the market today. · Installation of pipe lines, cisterns and complete water systems for most applications. · Full line of excavation equipment for your excavation needs. · We do well rehabilitation for increased water supply and bacterial growth problems.

Oregon Trail Library Boardman New Book List: Adult Fiction: A Catered Quilting Bee - Isis Crawford After Annie: A Novel - Anna Quindlen Dead Mountain - Douglas J. Preston Library Hours Sunday Closed Eagle Drums - Nasugraq Rainey Hopson Monday Closed Easter Basket Murder Tuesday 10-6 End of Story: A Novel - A. J. Finn Wednesday 10-6 Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice - Elle Cosimano Thursday10-6 Friday 10-6 Ill-Fated Fortune - Jennifer J. Chow Saturday Closed Old Haunts - James D. Best Only the Beautiful - Susan Meissner The Atlas Maneuver - Steve Berry The Boy Who Cried Bear - Kelley Armstrong The Deepest Kill - Lisa Black The Great Divide: A Novel - Cristina Henríquez The Guest - B. A. Paris The Haunting of Alejandra - V. Castro The Hunter - Tana French The Last Close Call - Laura Griffin The New Couple in 5B - Lisa Unger The Refugee Ocean: A Novel - Pauls Toutonghi The Sunlit Man - Brandon Sanderson The Turtle House: A Novel - Amanda Churchill The Unsettled - Ayana Mathis The Women - Kristin Hannah Three-Inch Teeth - C. J. Box Two Wrongs Make a Right - Chloe Liese Wandering Stars - Tommy Orange The Antique Hunter’s Guide to Murder: A Novel - C. L. Miller The Bookbinder’s Guide to Love: A Novel - Katherine Garbera Front Sight: Three Swagger Novellas - Stephen Hunter The Uncharted Flight of Olivia West - Sara Ackerman Adult Non-Fiction: Mary Berry’s Complete Cookbook - Mary Berry Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection - Charles Duhigg The Sisterhood: The Secret History of Women at the CIA - Liza Mundy Latinoland: A Portrait of America’s Largest and Least Understood Minority - Marie Arana Mostly What God Does: Reflections on Seeking and Finding His Love Everywhere - Savannah Guthrie The Grand Central Baking Book: Breakfast Pastries, Cookies, Pies, and Satisfying Savories from the Pacific Northwest’s Celebrated Bakery - Piper Davis How to Win Friends and Influence Fungi: Collected Quirks of Science, Tech, Engineering, and Math from Nerd Nite - Chris Balakrishnan and Matt Wazowski

Pre-school Storytimes are on Tuesdays @ 11 am in Heppner and Boardman, and on Fridays in Irrigon at 11 am.

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Riverside Jr/Sr April Athletics

April 5, 9:00am, Golf: V @Wild Horse 11:00am, Track: V @ Pendleton 12:00pm, Baseball: V @ Vale 12:00pm, Softball: V @ Vale 1:00pm, Track: Junior High@ Weston Middle School 2:00pm, Baseball: @ Vale 3:00pm, Softball: V @ Vale 3:00pm, Tennis: V @ Weston McEwen April 6, 10:00am, Track: V @ Davis April 8, 12:00pm, Golf: V @Wild Horse 4:00pm, Baseball: V @Columbia (White Salmon) April 9, 2:00pm, Tennis: V @Irrigon April 11, 2:00pm, Track: Junior High, @Stanfield Middle School April 12, 10:00am, Golf: V @Marker 40 golf course 78873 Toms Camp 12:00pm, Baseball: V@ Burns 12:00pm, Track: V @Umatilla High & Clara Brownell Middle 1:00pm, Softball: V@Burns 2:00pm, Baseball: V@Burns 2:30pm, Softball: V@Burns 4:00pm, Tennis: V @The Dalles Wahtonka April 16, 3:00pm Tennis: V @@Umatilla High & Clara Brownell Middle 4:00pm, Baseball: V @Umatilla High & Clara Brownell Middle 4:00pm, Softball: V @Umatilla High & Clara Brownell Middle April 18 TBD Golf: V @ Heppner 2:00pm, Track: Junior High 3:00pm, Tennis: V @Condon 4:00pm, Baseball: V Heppner April 20, 10:00am, Track: V @ Cove Charter April 22, TBD Golf: V @Quail Valley Golf Course, Baker April 23, 3:00pm, Softball: V@ Irrigon 3:00pm Tennis: V @Ione Charter 5:00pm, Softball: V@ Irrigon April 25, TBD Golf: V @Emerald Valley Golf Club 2:00pm, Track: Junior High, @Heppner 3:00pm, Tennis: V @Sherman County April 26, TBD Golf: V @McLaughlin 10:00am, Track: V @ McLaughlin 12:00pm, Baseball: V @Enterprise 1:00pm, Softball: V @Enterprise 2:00pm, Baseball: V @Enterprise 2:00pm, Track: V @Jesuit 3:00pm, Softball: V @Enterprise 3:00pm, Tennis: V Umatilla High & Clara Brownell 3:00pm, Track: V @Harrisburg April 27, 10:30am, Track: V @Lake Oswego 11:00am, Baseball: V @Irrigon 11:00am, Track: V @Portland Christian April 30, 3:00pm, Tennis: V @Meston-McEDwen 4:00pm, Baseball: V @McLaughlin 4:00pm, Softball: V @McLaughlin

April 5, 2024

Riverside High School and community rally together to raise over $40,000 for student programs Boardman, OR, March 9 – Riverside High School and its growing community have once again demonstrated their unwavering support for student success by raising an impressive sum of over $40,000 to bolster student educational and athletic programs. The collective effort, spearheaded by esteemed sponsors including the Port of Morrow, Tillamook, Beef NW, Lamb Weston, and Threemile Canyon Farms, marks an earning milestone in the school’s commitment to providing enriching opportunities for its students.

The fundraising initiative, characterized by its resounding success, was met with enthusiasm and generosity from various sectors of the community.

Reflecting on the achievement, Emerald Lantis, President of the Booster Club, expressed gratitude, remarking that the event was nothing short of fantastic. Lantis commended the dedication and diligence of the organizing committee, acknowledging their pivotal role in orchestrating the event.

Coaches, advisors and teachers may apply for funds from the Booster Club. Applications can be found in the school office. The Booster Club meets monthly to review the applications and help create a longterm vision on how to support school activities.

Principal John Christy lauded the collaborative spirit and generosity displayed by the sponsors, community members, and volunteers involved in the fundraising endeavor. “This achievement exemplifies the strength of our community and its unwavering commitment to investing in the future of our students,” remarked Principal Christy. “Together, we are working to create opportunities that will shape the trajectory of countless lives, instilling a sense of purpose and possibility in each and every student.”

The success of this fundraising initiative serves as a testament to the collective determination and growing

support for Riverside High School and its community. As the school continues to uphold its mission of empowering students to excel, thrive, and contribute meaningfully to society, the support and generosity of its stakeholders remain integral to its continued success.

Captain Sponsors Beef NW Lamb West Threemile Canyon Farms Tillamook Port of Morrow First Mate Sponsors Ace Hardware, Blown Away Ranch, Chief Corpus, Community Counseling Solutions, David Richards Deacon & Erin Heideman Devin Oil Dr. Durk Irwin Elmers Irrigation Hodgen Distributing Jumpstart Java Karen Shelton Kathy Hyder Loren & Della Heideman Mark & Lisa Pratt Port of Morrow PEPSI RHS Football RHS Girls Basketball RHS Wrestling RDO Equipment Rovers Security Spectrum Lures Outfitters Strebin Farms Teamsters Local Union 670 Trinity Livestock Umatilla Electric Walmart DC Westward Whisky Quartermaster Sponsors Amazon American Printing Backroads Creations Bank of Eastern Oregon Banner Bank Blown Away Ranch Boardman Rec Center Browne House Coffee Cristina Cuevas Cindy Dieter Columbia Basin Group Columbia River Gifts & Spirits

Columbia River Health Columbia River Pharmacy Cheryl Costello Della Heideman Doug & Kelli Strebin Elite Tree EO Physical Therapy Farm City Pro-Rodeo Gala Springs Orchard George & Marie Shimer Gordon Electric Harvest Town Foods Hattenhauer/Sinclair Jack Rabbit Candle Co. Jackie Bulow JB Signs Jennah Mittelsdorf Jordan Mittelsdorf Kerns Brothers Leslie Pierson Lynne Hamblin Marker 40 Maria Richard Lisa Pratt Mario Sepulveda Midway Bar & Grill Morrow County Health Mountain Valley Realty Nicole Shuler Painted Hills Natural Beef Paul Keefer RHS Baseball RHS Boys Basketball RHS Cheer RHS Cross Country RHS Golf RHS Girls Soccer RHS Softball RHS Tennis RHS Track RHS Volleyball Rocio Garay Rogers Toyota Rovers Security Rustic Charcuterie Co. Sarah Christy Sugar Shack Sunrise Café Susan Kendrick Teiko Villegas Three Arrows Tidewater Community Living Tiffany Joines Wendy Mittelsdorf Wildhorse Resort & Casino Xtreme Cleaning

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Letter’s to the Editor To Recall or NOT? It has recently come to my attention that there are many people who are just learning about the contentious issues surrounding Morrow County, and the effort to “Recall” our current Board of Commissioners.

I had the opportunity to sit with Commissioner Drago and talk about some of these issues. It was easy to see that Commissioner Drago is NOT what most would consider a “politician”. Drago was clear, he has NO ulterior motives and is driven by the responsibility to do the right thing for all of Morrow County.

I began by asking Drago about putting the new courthouse at the Heppner fairground’s location. He explained that the State of Oregon has specific requirements that legally must be met. The County had originally believed that the courthouse was legally required to be within Heppner City limits. The Heppner Fairgrounds met those needs and requirements. He went on to say, that due to the concerns of Heppner residents, and in light of the email from Oregon Supreme Court Chief Justice Flynn, there is now an opportunity to expand the search for another viable location. Commissioner Drago emphasized that he is in support of keeping the county courthouse in South County.

We went on to discuss the nitrate issues. Knowing that Commissioner Drago is part of a team that has been working with local, state, and federal agencies, I wanted to know, “Is there a quick or easy solu-

tion?” Drago was clear that this is a DECADES long, very complex issue. Listening to Drago talk, I was struck by the overwhelming information and data he shared.

He spoke intently about the ideas and solutions that had been suggested, as well as the responsibility to not just look at a possible solution, but the necessity and responsibility to also consider what, if any, other problems a potential “solution”, may cause.

Finally, we moved on to the ASAP (Ambulance Service Area Plan).

“Commissioner Drago, why didn’t the county just sign MCHD’s (Morrow County Health District) proposed contract?”

This was easy for Drago to answer, “We are following Oregon Laws, working to bring the County in compliance with State rules and statues.”

Commissioner Drago ended our discussion with a reminder that he encourages people with questions or concerns to reach out to him. Email: rdrago@co.morrow.or.us I was left wondering, “Why would anyone be against our county commissioners following all State rules, laws, statues, regulations, and requirements? Are there truly people who want to recall Commissioners Sykes, Wenholz, and Drago because they are working diligently to ensure Morrow County is in full compliance with Oregon State? “ Morrow County Resident Name withheld by request, but on file.

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Boardman Community Church Pastor Andy Hermanns Boardman Community Church is a non-denominational Bible believing church.

We are excited to see God move in our community.

Join us as we worship God. Sunday 300 2nd Street NWBoardman, OR 97818 worship Phone 541-656-6918 Bible Study Wednesday 6:30 pm 11:00 am Ladies Bible Study Friday 10:30 am Hispanic Church Spanish - Sat. & Sun. evenings 6 pm Youth Group meets Sunday 5 to 6:30 pm

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KRP Management Monday Apr 22, 2024 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM is City Wide Clean-up day

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Providing Mental Health, Alcohol & Drug, Gambling, Developmental 541.481.2911 Disabilities, and Boardman Office 541.676.9161 24-Hr. Crisis Services Heppner Office

TnT Storage Greenfield Grange Breakfast Saturday, April 20th * 7 to 10 am Adults - $7.00 * Under 10 - $3.00 Veterans eat FREE Call Mike for carry out * 541-490-6628 209 NW 1st Street Boardman, OR

Greenfield Grange Potluck/Meeting 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6 pm

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Boardman Food Pantry We are open for anyone in need of food each:

Monday 9:30-11:00 am Thursday 6:00-7:00 pm 314 Locust Rd., Boardman,OR

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Boardman Senior Center April Menu

Head over to Columbia River Pharmacy Hours Pharmacy today!

Mon-Fri 9:00 am-7:00 pm * Experienced pharmacists Sat 10:00 am-3:00 pm * Bilingual staff * Medication delivery Located inside Harvest * Coordinated care w/CRH Town Foods

Call 541-481-5444 with questions

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Connell Company LLC 801-708-3404 PO Box 221 Boardman, OR 97818 connellcompanyllc@gmail.com

Tuesday April 2 Thursday April 4 Meatloaf Baked Chicken Mashed Potatoes & Rice & Gravy Gravy Cauliflower Green Beans Carrot & Apple Salad Green Salad Rolls Rolls Cupcakes Brownies Thursday April 11 Tuesday April 9 Smothered Pork Ground beef Stoganoff Rice & Gravy Cabbage Peas Green Salad Coleslaw Garlic Bread Dinner Rolls Tuesday April 16 Cookies Shrimp Alfredo Pasta Thursday April 18 Cauliflower Birthday Meal Green Salad Lasagna Garlic Bread Broccoli Pudding Green Salad Tuesday April 23 Garlic Bread Taco Bar Cake & Ice Cream Beans & Rice Thursday April 25 Fruit Salad Beef Stew w/ Jello Dessert Potatoes & Veggies Tuesday April 30 Green Salad Scalloped Potatoes with Dinner Rolls Ham Cookies Corn Lunch is $5 for Seniors 55 & Above; Broccoli Salad $6 for Adults 54 & Under Poke Cake All are Welcome!

Take-Out Lunches and Catering Available. Call 481-3257

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LEPC Family Safety Day happening April 18th Free community event focused on family, safety, and fun!

BOARDMAN, Ore (March 27th, 2024) – SAVE THE DATE! Come join us for Family Safety Day at the SAGE Center, 101 Olson Road in Boardman, on Thursday, April 18th from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. brought to you by the Morrow County Local Emergency Planning Committee.

This free family event will feature our local First Responders and industry partners dedicated to emergency planning!

Visitors will find the fun inside with crafts or opportunities to play games and visit each business’s booth while getting to know emergency plans near you and how to be prepared in case of an emergency. Be sure to ask for more information if you would like to get involved.

Get some French fries out-

side from the Lamb Weston Fry Truck! Then, free facepainting for all with Vivid Imaginations for the duration of the event.

Find information on Hunter Education and Gun Safety with ODFW Hunter Ed booth and everything you need to know about the upcoming Red Cross Blood Drive to be held at the Boardman Recreation Center on June 24th!

We take this opportunity to thank the following participants: Morrow County Sheriff ’s Office, Morrow County Emergency Management, Boardman Police Department, Boardman Fire aRescue District, Morrow County Public Health Department, Umatilla County Fire District #1, Morrow County LEPC member and participants.

We look forward to seeing you all here!

Pirate F.C. would like to thank everyone who made this season successful; especially to the volunteers. A HUGE and special thanks to Boardman Park and Recreation District, Windy River Elementary and Sam Boardman Elementary Schools for allowing both our youth and adults to enjoy a sport they love. This would not be possible without all of you!

We appreciate you.

April 8th: Check out Eclipse books on Tumblebooks!

Today, total solar eclipse will blanket much of North America in up to 4 minutes of darkness!

From the western coast of Mexico, then central Texas, to the northeastern tip of Newfoundland, the trajectory of the eclipse will pass by dozens of big cities, and millions of people!

Check out “Faces of the Moon” on TumbleBooks to learn more about how the moon “changes” shape with the positioning of the sun and the moon.