North Morrow Times, August, 2023

Music in the Parks: Free Summer Concert series in Boardman & Irrigon Marina Parks wrapping up with two sizzling groups

Estilio Diferente is back for an encore performance in Boardman on August 7. Estilo Diferente was founded in 2019 by three teenage friends. Their name translates as “different style” and is illustrated by their variety of musical styles they play, which include: norteño, sierreño, indie sierreño, corridos and romanticas.

The season wraps up with Cruise Control in Irrigon on August 14. Cruise Control is a 50s, 60s, 70s & 80s cover band that plays Rock,

Pop, and Country Rock music. Together with their unique blend of voices, they play every-

City of Boardman appoints Brandon Hammond as new City Manager

The Boardman City Council voted unanimously at their July meeting to appoint Brandon R. Hammond as City Manager. The appointment follows a thorough search of candidates which the council began in September of 2022. Mr. Hammond currently works in Medford, Oregon, however he has deep roots in Boardman. For seven years he was a school administrator for the Morrow County School District. During that time, he served the community in a myriad of ways, beginning with volunteering with the Boardman Chamber of Commerce and then serving six years on the Boardman City Council. He has worked as the Arlington, Oregon School Superintendent and currently is an educator for the Medford School District.

The council would like to thank everyone involved in the

thing from the hard drivin’ rock and roll to the softer melodies that bring back the memories of special occasions and invite the listener to reminisce over experiences that used to be so clear. Feel free to tap your toe, dance, or just sing along, whichever makes you happy. From time to time the band provides an open mic for people in the audience to display their talents or fulfill their dream of singing with a rock band. The band is very versatile, and many times will take requests from the era they cover. So, if you have a favorite song you would like to hear, feel free to make your request and they will do their best to make it happen.

The concerts are free to the public and begin at 7 p.m. on Monday nights. Visitors are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets. The series is funded

by the Morrow County Unified Recreation District and sponsored by the North Morrow Community Foundation. In the event of inclement weather,

Boardman performances will be held at the SAGE Center and Irrigon performances will be held at the Irrigon Senior Center.

Boardman’s newly appointed City Manager, Brandon Hammond.

hiring panels and the community members who attended the Meet and Greet events. Their input was an important part of the process. Mr. Hammond begins his new role as Boardman City Manager on August 1st.

(Photo Left) Estilio Diferente wraps up the season in Boardman Marina Park on August 7th. (Photo above) Cruise Control finishes the series of concerts in Irrigon Marina Park on August 14th.

Boardman Senior Center August Menu

Tuesday Aug. 8

Spaghetti

Broccoli

Garlic Bread

Green Salad

Cookie

Tuesday Aug. 15

Ground Beef Stroganoff

Cauliflower

Rolls

Green Salad

Banana Split Bars

Tuesday Aug. 22

Fried Fish

Rice Pilaf

Squash

Green Salad

Cookie

Tuesday Aug. 29

Green Chicken

Enchiladas

Rice & Beans

Green Salad

Cake

Rise For Freedom 5K walk held July 30th to raise awareness for human trafficking

Thursday Aug. 10

Polish Sausage

Cabbage Noodles

Garlic Bread

Apple Crisp

Thursday Aug. 17

Beef Tacos

Rice & Beans

Fajita Veggies

Mexican Chop Salad

Jello

Thursday Aug. 24

Birthday Meal

Herb Roasted Chicken

Roasted Potatoes

Carrots

Rolls Green Salad

Cake & Ice Cream

Thursday Aug. 31

Chicken Pot Pie

Corn on the Cob Rolls Green Salad Cobbler

Lunch is $5 for Seniors 55 & Above; $6 for Adults 54 & Under * All are Welcome! Take-Out Lunches and, Catering Available. Call 481-3257

Boardman Senior Breakfast

$7.00

Saturday, August 5th 7:30 - 10:30 am

Hash Browns, Eggs, Pancakes, Ham, Sausage, Pancakes Biscuits & Gravy, Coffee/Juice/Milk

Boardman Senior Center 100 Tatone Street * Boardman

After going to see the recent popular movie “Sound of Freedom”, longtime Boardman resident Angie Flores felt she had to do something to bring awareness to her community about human trafficking. Through Operation Underground Railroad, she found a link where you can donate money to the cause. Angie gathered a group of her friends and together in just 20 days they planned a 5K

walk to raise money for the cause. The walk was held July 30th beginning at Smiley’s parking lot and ended at Burnt Field with a raffle and music. They raised $2,354.90 towards the cause. There were 55 walkers and 10 volunteers who assisted in the walk.

The charter group who planned this event included Angie Flores, Seth & Debbie Wheeler, Dori Drago, Monica Gilbertson, Andrea Sutherland, Michelle Brandt, Wendy Jordan, and Jenna Mittelsdorf.

“We raised a lot of awareness and had a great time,” says Angie. “We wanted Operation Underground Railroad to ask, ‘who are these people and how can we get them involved!’”

Angie started a FaceBook page https:// facebook.com\events\s\risefor-freedom-5k where you can donate funds to the cause.

The funds will help rescue children from sex trafficking and sexual exploitation, which is a huge problem in the United States and worldwide. Your donations go directly to supporting rescues, law enforcement, survivors and wordwide prevention and education.

The month of July is awareness month for human trafficking, so Angie is already planning next year’s event. It will occur the last Saturday of July, July 27th. She’s planning a parade among other events. Stay tuned.

Pictured above: 55 walkers gathered at Smiley’s parking lot to sign in and begin the 5K walk to raise money and awareness for Rise UP For Freedom. Angie’s friend Megan Ann was gracious to agree (at the last minute) to do the t-shirts for the race. They ended their walk at Burnt Fields. Pictured Left: Braydin Gartside proudly held up her sign to support the cause.

Inland Development awards more than $25,000 in college scholarships to local youths

To date Inland has helped nearly 300 students with close to $700,000 in scholarships

Boardman, Oregon – In its ongoing effort to help youngsters in Eastern Oregon embark on educational pursuits after high school, the local nonprofit Inland Development Corporation has awarded more than $25,000 in scholarships to 21 area students. The scholarships come as part of the Nate Arbogast Memorial Scholarship program, which has awarded nearly $700,000 to almost 300 students

This year’s scholarships ranged from $1,000 to $1,700 and went to students in Boardman, Irrigon, Heppner and Ione.

The scholarship

in Eastern Oregon since 2010.

“As a nonprofit that works to improve internet access to schools in rural Eastern Oregon, we also believe in giving back to all the communities we serve,” said Jill Parker, president of Inland’s board of directors. “Youths in these communities have promising futures. Inland is honored to help them realize their educational dreams.”

As it’s done every year since 2010, Inland selected area students based on an application process that emphasizes academics, community involvement, service and leadership

amounts are paid after recipients complete their first full term at their educational institution.

Awardees can use the scholarships for education at two- and four-year colleges, trade apprenticeships and tech schools.

Braden Atkins graduated from Irrigon Jr/Sr High School this year and received a scholarship from Inland. He plans to pursue his associate degree of applied sciences, majoring in computer science, at Blue Mountain Community College in Pendleton.

“I am honored to receive this scholarship,” he said, “and I am looking forward to attending classes at BMCC this coming fall.”

The Inland scholarship program launched in 2010 when Nate Arbo g ast , the foundin g

general manager for Inland Development, passed away after a skiing accident. Inland created the scholarship program as a way to recognize Arbogast’s efforts in bringing fiber optic technology to surrounding rural communities.

“I know Nate Arbogast was an influential member of our community and was key to bringing important technology to our school in Heppner,” said Paul Lindsay, a scholarship recipient and graduate of Heppner High School who will major in nursing at Eastern Oregon University in the fall. “I think it is amazing how Nate’s legacy is continued in this scholarship, and I can’t tell you how grateful I am to receive it.”

About Inland Development Corporation Inland Development Corporation is a nonprofit based in Boardman, Oregon, that focuses on providing fiber optic broadband services to educational, health care and government organizations in rural communities across Eastern Oregon. Learn more at www.inlanddc.org

2023 Irrigon JR/SR High School graduate Braden Atkins received a scholarship from Inland.

Heppner High School graduate Paul Lindsay received a schlarship to pursue a nursing degree at EOU.

Umatilla Electric Cooperative shares summertime news

Umatilla Electric earns Four-Star Cooperative recognition

have completed fourth and fifth grades, takes students on field trips and complete hands-on activities and experiments, making it an unforgettable experience.

Umatilla Electric Coopertive is now a nationally recognized Four-Star Service Excellence Cooperative. This recognition is given by Touchstone Energy Cooperative, a national network of over 900 electric cooperatives across the United States. In order to receive the recognition, UEC staff attended a series of trainings focused on service to members and cooperative culture. UEC joins only a handful other electric cooperatives across the nation to receive this recognition.

Hydromania kicks off summer at Umatilla Electric !

Fourth and fifth graders in eastern Oregon are exploring the subjects of science, water, electricity and more as the first of three Hydromania camps kick off summer youth programming for Umatilla Electric. The camp, open to students who

In the first week of camp, students learned from Cody Radant, Journeyman Lineman, about being a line worker, the safety gear required, and demonstrated climbing a power pole. Students also toured inside McNary Dam and learned about the importance of hydropower for the northwest. Camps will continue through the summer with a new group of students starting every other week.

Umatilla Electric invests in re-

gional athletics and recreation

Umatilla Electric is investing in athletics and recreation in the region. On June 7, Brandon

Artz, Parks and Recreation Director for the City of Hermiston, was presented with a check to fund updates to the community’s pickleball courts. Phil Hamm, District 4 Director for UEC was present to award the check and shared enthusiasm for the project.

In addition to this donation, UEC also supported Riverside Jr./Sr. High School with the school’s project to replace all lighting equipment at the football and soccer fields at the athletic campus in Boardman. Weston Putman, Manager of Public Relations, delivered the check to Principal John Christy of Riverside Jr./Sr. High School on June 13.

UEC is proud to support local athletes and citizens as they engage in activities and athletics in our communities.

“Hermiston Parks and Recreation Director, Brandon Artz, accepts a donation from Umatilla Electric Cooperative to improve the city’s pickleball courts.”

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of Riverside Jr./Sr. High School to replace lighting at their football and soccer fields.” Photos contributed.

UEC Service Excellence: “UEC Customer Service Representative, Amy Juarez, assists a Member with signing up for service.”

“Journeyman Lineman, Cody Radant, demonstrates climbing a pole for students attending Hydromania, UEC’s summer science camp.”

Putman, UEC Manager of Public Relations, presents a check to the Principal

Boardman Park & Recreation District news:

There have been so many changes at the Boardman Park and Recreation District recently; a new CEO, a new Maintenance Manager, a new facelift on the Howard Baker Pavilion at the Marina Day Use Park, the pool will be starting with swim lessons again in August, a Bilingual Basketball Camp at the Rec Center, and the Farmers Market moved from the Sage Center to the Marina Park.

George Shimer, who retired from the School Resource Officer position with the Boardman Police Department at the end of the school year, took over the reigns as the Chief Executive Officer at the District. Shimer replaced Interim CEO, Lynn Prag, who had been in the position since January.

Shimer is excited to work with local businesses and the community in putting together events which people will enjoy at the facilities.

Brad White, formerly from Taft, California, started as the Maintenance Manager in April.

White stepped into a tough situation with the District due to the water problems this year; none of the pipes were winterized. Pipes all over the park were broken. He and his crew have been working hard to get the damage fixed and turning the grass green again, along with all the other regular maintenance they have to keep up on.

With the help of AWS workers and the Maintenance Staff the Harold Baker Pavilion was repainted white with an accent of bright blue. AWS provided 228-man hours in painting the

pavilion as well as the two gazebos in the Day Use Park in Preparation for the 4th of July celebration.

Due to a decision by Red Cross Officials after an internal investigation of how training was being taught, many Lifeguards and Water Safety Instructor certifications were revoked region wide, including those here in Boardman. Earlier this year, the District sent Josh Marquez, the Aquatic Coordinator Apprentice, to become a Lifeguard Instructor Trainer. Marquez then trained our local lifeguards in two sessions. A new class is being prepared for later in August/September.

The District brought in a Water Safety Instructor Trainer from Portland to certify six employees to teach swim lessons. These six will start right away working with Morrow County School District, teaching swimming skills to students who are

in the Summer Jump Start Program. Public swimming lessons will be starting up later in the month.

The Rec Center hosted a one-day Bilingual Basketball Camp July 28th. Approximately 75 students attended this free camp. Many sponsors and venders were there as well. The Farmer’s Market has moved to the Marina Park from the Sage Center. The Market meets up on Monday Nights. A new fish grinder has been ordered and should be in place by September. This project is being funded by the Morrow County Unified Recreation District.

A 6-court Pickle Ball Facility is also being funded by the Morrow County Unified Recreation District. This Project is slated to start later this year. So stay tuned in future issues to find out more exciting news at the Boardman Park and Recreation District.

Students tour UEC Boardman office

(Photo Right) UEC Journeyman Lineman, Cody Radant, takes students on a tour of the cooperative’s Boardman Operations Center.

Students from across Morrow County toured the Umatilla Electric Cooperative Boardman Operations Center on Wednesday, July 26, as part of the Nuts, Bolts and Thingamajigs Camp hosted by the Port of Morrow. The students, ranging in age from sixth to eighth grade, participated in a presentation by Journeyman Lineman, Cody Radant, from the cooperative. Radant presented about Umatilla Electric, life as a Journeyman Lineworker, and how to practice electrical safety. The students were also able to explore the bucket truck and equipment on site. The popular camp, hosted by the Port of Morrow, enables students to learn about careers in their area while developing skills in problem-solving, manufacturing, and teamwork.

The committee for Rise Up For Freedom 5K would like to THANK all the businesses, donors, volunteers, and 5K participants for their help in a successful fundraiser. We raised $2,354.90! See you next year!!!

Mt. Valley Land Co

Smiley’s Happy Place

Burnt Field

Marcie’s Nutrition Center

Boardman Flowers and Gifts

Elvia Ayala

Brenda Connell

Phyllis Gilbertson

Marcie Rodelo

Andrea Sutherland

Seth Wheeler

Debbie Wheeler

Dori Drago

Monica Gilbertson

Michelle Brandt Seeley

Gabriel Flores

Kathy Baker

Deanna Plum

Wanda Carr

Shawna Lagoy

Megan Fisher

Boardman Jumpstart Java

Fun Fashions Boutique

Dust Devils

Michelle Maglaughlin McIntyre

Rejuvenation and Wellness, LLC

Kellie Gardner

pure Romance by Angie Flores

AEW Welding and Custom Fabrication

John Russell

Sheila Harris

She She’s Hope Acres Farm

Mercantile and Gift Shop

Boardman Park and Rec

Boardman Police Department

Arbonne by Anna Browne

Tammy Speelman

Neighbor Dudes Hermiston

Blown Away Ranch

Erin Heidman

The Bridge

Daren and Paulette Dufloth

Sheri Harper

Scentsy by Shari Jones

DJ Kora

Tillie Jo and the Doods

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Students attending Nuts Bolts and Thingamajigs Camp pose in front of a UEC Line Truck with Journeyman Lineman, Cody Radant. PHOTO CREDIT: Erika Lasater, Port of Morrow

Oregon Trail Library

F iction:

Boardman

New Book List:

Bad Summer People - Emma Rosenblum

Big Gay Wedding: A Novel - Byron Lane

Dark Angel - John Sandford

Good Night, Irene - Luis Alberto Urrea

Happy Place - Emily Henry

Heart's Choice - Tracie Peterson

Identity - Nora Roberts

In Memoriam - Alice Winn

In the Lives of Puppets - TJ Klune

Little Paula: A Novel - V. C. Andrews, Mother of the Bride Murder - Leslie Meier

No Two Persons - Erica Bauermeister, Rancher's Forgotten Rival - Maisey Yates

Save it for Sunday - William W. Johnstone

The Brilliance of Stars - J'nell Ciesielski

The Celebrants: A Novel - Steven Rowley

The Wishing Game: A Novel - Meg Shaffer

AWS Community

Fund now accepting

applications

for projects in Morrow and Umatilla Counties

Individuals and organizations can apply for funds to support projects that positively impact their neighborhoods. Learn more and apply.

Li brary Hours

SundayClosed

MondayClosed

Tuesday10-6

Wednesday 10-6

Thursday10-6

Friday10-6

Saturday Closed

The Old Lion: A Novel of Theodore Roosevelt - Jeff Shaara

The Making of Another Major Motion Picture MasterpieceTom Hanks

1794: The City Between the Bridges - Niklas Natt och Dag

All the Days of Summer: A Novel - Nancy Thayer

Non-F iction

Honey, Baby, Mine - Laura Dern

Raw dog: the Naked Truth about Hot Dogs - Jamie Loftus

Mary Berry's Baking Bible: Fully Updated With over 250 New and Classic Recipes - Mary Berry

The Ribbon of Road Ahead: One Woman's Remarkable

Journey with Parkinson's Disease - Carol Clupny

Allergic: Our Irritated Bodies in a Changing World - Theresa MacPhail

Y'all Eat Yet?: Welcome to the Pretty B*tchin' KitchenMiranda Lambert

Genealogy of a Murder: Four Generations, Three Families, One Fateful Night - Lisa Belkin

The Summer of 1876: Outlaws, Lawmen, and Legends in the Season that Defined the American West - Chris Wimmer

Why Fathers Cry at Night: A Memoir in Love Poems, Letters, Recipes, and Remembrances - Kwame Alexander

We’re wrapping up Summer Reading 2023, but patrons will have access to the Summer Reading program on our website through September - Keep Reading ALL Summer!

Crafty Nights @ the Library will be offered on Wednesday, August 9th in Heppner and Irrigon; and on Wednesday, August 16th in Boardman. All Crafty Nights @ the Library programs begin at 6:00 pm and are intended for adult crafters. Sign up or call your library now to reserve your spot!

We will be resuming our Toddler Storytimes soon, check our website for updates at otld.org.

July 17, 2023 - Amazon Web Services (AWS) announces that applications are now open for the AWS InCommunities Fund, a community grant program that supports local initiatives in Morrow and Umatilla Counties. AWS has committed $300,000 to the fund, which is open to individuals, local community groups, schools, nonprofits, and other organizations. This is the second consecutive year AWS is launching a fund to support local projects driving positive change in eastern Oregon as part of its commitment to support communities where it has presence. To date, AWS InCommunities funds have supported more than 50 projects in eastern Oregon, which have included a creative space for small business development, free English language evening classes for people who speak Spanish, and a garden at a local high school where students can grow their own produce.

Applicants for this year ’s fund can apply for grants up to $10,000 to launch a new or expand an existing community project, focused on one of the following themes: science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) education, sustainability, economic development, workforce development, inclusion, diversity and equity, homelessness, hunger, health and well-being. Applicants can also apply for funding to introduce one

of seven established community programs that have been successful in other communities across the world.

“AWS has a long-standing commitment to support meaningful programs in the communities where our employees live and work,” said David Tanner, Director of Data Center Operations for AWS. “Through our AWS InCommunities Fund, we have the unique opportunity to empower residents and inspire the deployment of bold, community-driven ideas that can be transformative and positively impact our neighborhoods.”

Applications for the AWS InCommunities Fund will be accepted until September 1, 2023. The AWS InCommunities fund will be managed and administered by non-profit organization ChangeX. ChangeX will review applications, and will assess and score them against funding criteria and the positive impact to the community, especially underserved populations. All successful applicants will complete a 30-day challenge, which includes mentorship and other resources, to kickstart their idea and take their first steps towards making their project a reality.

The AWS InCommunities Fund is just one-way AWS is striving to make a positive difference in eastern Oregon. AWS also supports STEAM education and equity programs for school age children through programs such as AWS Think Big Spaces, which include spaces at the SAGE Center in Boardman, at the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR), in Hermiston, and at Umatilla High School. It has also launched initiatives to help provide free tech skills training through no-cost programs such as the AWS Fiber Optic Fusion Splicing Certification Course.

To apply to the AWS InCommunities Fund, and for more information click here: https://www.changex.org/ funds/awsoregon to access the ChangeX platform.

ChangeX is a non-profit organization with a community engagement platform designed to get funding and resources directly into citizens’ hands to lead impactful projects in their neighborhoods. The ChangeX team works with social innovators across the world to find and open-source proven solutions to environmental, economic, and social issues, partnering with companies and foundations to support communities with the necessary funding.

Bank of Eastern Oregon collects school supplies

Boardman, OR (August 1, 2023). The Bank of Eastern Oregon branches in Boardman and Irrigon are collecting school supplies for local elementary students through August 18th. These supplies will be distributed to local schools in August.

“If you would like to help, please drop your school supply donations at the Boardman or Irrigon branch of Bank of Eastern Oregon,” says Becky Kindle, Chief Operating Officer. Each branch will feature a drawing for several backpacks filled with supplies for a local student. Community members with an elementary school stu-

dent are encouraged to stop in and fill out a ticket. You do not have to be a Bank of Eastern Oregon customer to donate supplies or enter the drawing and no purchase is necessary.

The Boardman branch is located at 100 City Center Drive, Boardman and the Irrigon branch is located at 230 S. First Street, Irrigon. About BEO Bancorp

BEO Bancorp is the holding company for Bank of Eastern Oregon. It operates 20 branches and four loan production offices in 11 eastern Oregon and four eastern Washington counties, and one western Idaho county.

Branches are located in Arlington, Ione, Heppner, Condon, Irrigon, Boardman, Burns, John Day, Prairie City, Fossil, Moro, Enterprise, Athena, Hermiston, and La Grande, OR; and Colfax, Dayton, LaCrosse, Pasco, and Pomeroy WA; loan production offices are located in Ontario, Pendleton, and Madras, OR, and Caldwell, ID. Bank of Eastern Oregon also operates a mortgage division and operates the Washington locations under the name of Bank of Eastern Washington. The bank’s website is www.beobank.com.

Community Focus

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to Collaborate (Pendleton, OR) –IMESD has organized an opportunity for those who coach Grades 6-12 students to gather, collaborate and learn from each other before the 2324 school year.

The Coaching Symposium will be Thursday, August 10th from 8 AM to 2:30 PM at Pendleton High School (1800 NW Carden Ave., Pendleton). Coaching staffs from all IMESD and OSAA membership school districts are invited to the FREE symposium.

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Any questions can be directed to staff at the BMCC Workforce Training Center in Boardman by calling 541-481-2099. There are generous scholarships available to DCT students. This information and how to apply for the scholarship will be covered in the orientation session scheduled for August 15.

Just a reminder that new or returning students can talk with a navigator at the Boardman location or by phone or Zoom to get registered for Fall Term. If placement tests are needed, that can be accomplished there too. Since Fall Term registration opened in May, classes may be full or close to it by now so students, please don’t wait to do this. Your selection may be limited.

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The purpose of the event is to foster knowledge sharing, collaboration and professional development between coaches in eastern Oregon schools. Troy Jerome, Superintendent of Pilot Rock School District, is working with IMESD on the symposium. "We hope this new event provides a platform for coaches from around our region to get to know others in their coaching field, learn from each other's experiences and network," Jerome said.

For questions or more information, please contact Troy Jerome at troy.jerome@pilotrocksd.org.

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 worship 11:00 am

regon Trail Library District Boardman Branch will be closed August 7 th thru August 12th. The concrete apron in front of the building will be under construction for the week. Please keep all returns until the building is reopened. The book drop will be removed during the concrete removal.Send your Community Focus to NorthMTimes@gmail.com

300 2nd Street NW Boardman, OR 97818 Phone 541-656-6918

Bible Study Wednesday 6:30 pm Hispanic Church Spanish - Sat. & Sun. evenings 6 pm Youth Group meets Sunday 5 to 6:30 pm

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

Greenfield Grange Breakfast

Adults - $7.00 *

Under 10 - $3.00

Veterans eat FREE

Be sure to attend Music in the Parks!

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August garden calendar

Timely advice on garden chores, fertilizing, pest control, and more from OSU Extension. For more information, contact your local Extension office.

Planning

The optimal time for establishing a new lawn is August through mid-September.

Maintenance and cleanup

Make compost out of lawn clippings and garden plants that are ready to be recycled. Don't use clippings if the lawn has been treated with herbicide, including "weed-and-feed" products. Don't compost diseased plants unless you are using the "hot compost" method (120 degrees to 150 degrees Fahrenheit).

Fertilize cucumbers, summer squash and broccoli to maintain production. Clean and fertilize strawberry beds. Use mulch to protect ornamentals and garden plants from hot weather damage. If needed, provide temporary shade, especially for recent plantings.

Prune raspberries, boysenberries and other

caneberries after harvest. Check raspberries for holes made by crown borers, near the soil line, at the base of the plant. Remove infested wood before adults emerge (approximately mid-August).

Monitor garden irrigation closely so crops and f;pwers don't dry out.

If you want your lawn to stay green, you'll have to water frequently during periods of heat and drought stress. Irrigate 0.25 inches four to six times per week from June through August.

Prune cherry trees before fall rains begin to allow callusing in dry weather. This will minimize the spread of bacterial canker.

High elevations, Central and Eastern Oregon: Prune away excess vegetation and new blossoms on tomatoes after midAugust. Concentrate on ripening set fruit.

Planting and propagation

Plant winter cover crops in vacant space in the vegetable garden

Plant winter kale,

Brussels sprouts, turnips, parsnips, parsley and Chinese cabbage.

Pest monitoring and management

Use chemical controls only when necessary and only after thoroughly reading the pesticide label. First consider cultural, then physical and biological controls. Choose the least-toxic options, and use them judiciously. Some examples include insecticidal soaps, horticultural oils, botanical insecticides, and organic and synthetic pesticides.

Remove cankered limbs from fruit and nut trees for control of diseases such as apple anthracnose and bacterial canker of stone fruit. Sterilize tools before each new cut.

Check apple maggot traps; spray tree if needed. Control yellowjackets and wasps with traps and lures as necessary. Keep in mind they are beneficial insects and help control pest insects in the home garden.

First week: If necessary, spray for walnut husk fly; if necessary, second spray for peach tree borer and/or peach twig borer; if necessary, second spray of filbert trees for filbertworm.

Check for root weevils in ornamental shrubs and flowers; codling moth and spider mite in apple trees; scale insects in camellias, holly and maples. Treat as necessary.

For mite control on ornamentals and most vegetables, hose off foliage, spray with approved miticide if necessary.

Check leafy vegetables for caterpillars. Pick off caterpillars as they appear. Use Bt-k, if necessary.

Continue monitoring peaches, plums, prunes, figs, fall-bearing raspberries and strawberries, and other plants that produce soft fruits and berries for Spotted Wing Drosophila. If SWD are present, use an integrated and least toxic approach to manage the pests.

East of Cascades: Check for tomato hornworm. Remove them if found.