North Morrow
Volume XXVIII Number 7
January 7, 2022
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Think Big Space has ribbon cutting The Port of Morrow’s Sustainable Agriculture and Energy (SAGE) Center in Boardman, OR, has been selected as the site of a new AWS Think Big Space. The new K-6 classroom and school visitation program is funded by Amazon Web Services (AWS) and will be overseen by the Morrow County School District. An AWS Think Big Space is an enhanced classroom for students to explore and cultivate science, technology, engineering and math (STEAM)-related interests with labs that encourage a hands-on approach where students think big to solve real-world problems. This collaboration brings together regional partners that include early childhood education, post-secondary schools, and community sponsors. The AWS Think Big Space serves as an “educational incubator” utilizing cloud computing, AWS technology, and Amazon’s Leadership Principles. Students and teachers
are encouraged to “Think Big” as they explore cloud computing to solve problems using creativity and imagination. The AWS Think Big Space is an integrated environment where everything from the furniture, technology, and curriculum work together to support interactive hands-on learning. The space prioritizes personalized learning to engage students of all ages, interests, and abilities. Morrow County School District is hiring an instructional lead that will oversee the new space. The Instructional Lead will implement a practice of self-directed learning. “We know students thrive when they have an environment that supports creative learning and innovation. We are grateful to have partners like AWS and The Port of Morrow who share the same vision. This is a great opportunity for Morrow County students,” shared Dirk Dirksen, Morrow County School District Superintendent.
AWS selected the SAGE Center as the first AWS Think Big Space on the West Coast. Ryan Neal, Executive Director at the Port of Morrow, is looking forward to expanding opportunities for students. “This partnership is an investment in our youth and their future. We see the AWS Think Big Space as a catalyst for supporting students as they develop new solutions and ideas that will make our world a better place.” Construction is underway at the SAGE Center where the new AWS Think Big Space will be located. It is expected to open in Q4 2021. AWS Think Big Space was named after one of Amazon’s 14 Leadership Principles which states, “Thinking small is a selffulfilling prophecy. Leaders create and communicate a bold direction that inspires results. They think differently and look around corners for ways to serve customers.”
Port of Morrow President Rick Stokoe cut the ribbon for Think Big Space on December 2, 2021 at the SAGE Center.
One of the Think Big working class rooms complete with robots, drones, art supplies and much more for the students to learn, build and explore
Students explain about artificial intelligence robots and their function
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Port of Morrow and Blue Mountain Community College announce partnership to offer new training at Boardman campus BOARDMAN, OR – The Port of Morrow is pleased to announce a new partnership with Blue Mountain Community College to offer free noncredit classes and forklift training. Classes will be located at the BMCC Workforce Training Center and open to the public. Participants do not need to be registered as a BMCC student to attend. New courses include Microsoft Word and Excel as well as computer applications for beginners. BMCC is also offering a new language learning platform you can access remotely. In addition, the new forklift simulator is available for training during regular business hours. The simulator is available in multiple languages and provides a safe and free training environment for anyone interested in building additional skills. All course schedules have been set through May and include evening and morning class times. Bilingual options are available in English and Spanish. More information and the link to register can be found online at https://
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w w w. p o r t o f m o r r o w. c o m / workforce-training/home. “We have heard from employers and job seekers that there is a need for short term bilingual training,” says Director of Workforce Development Kalie Davis. “We are excited to partner with Blue Mountain Community College to make these opportunities easily accessible and free.” “This partnership with the
Port of Morrow offers some really exciting opportunities for local residents. We at BMCC are excited to welcome new students into the building to learn new or refresh existing skills, all at no cost to them.,” says BMCC Workforce Training Center Director Anne Morter. “We are thrilled to have the Workforce Training Center be the regional training hub for Morrow County residents.”
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Former Boardman resident hit by tornado Many in Boardman may remember Darren Zimmerman, his mother, Diane Wolfe was the Chamber Director in Boardman
ment including tractors, mowers and trailers have been destroyed. There is loss of hay, feed and other smaller equipment that adds up so fast. The family and boarders are still reeling from the disaster. While there were injuries, no human life was lost and
begin to rebuild what was lost. And, as always, your prayers for strength and comfort, are very appreciated. https://www.gofundme.com/f/ help-rebuild-br-stables... . For those of you who prefer not to use go fund me but want to contribute there is also a PayPal account https:// www.paypal.com/paypalme/ helprebuildthefarm.. You can reach Diane at 541561-1788 or dianegriz@gmail.com
The tornado devistated their farm!
The house sustained some damage but is still livable
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for 6 years. Darren spent a lot of time in Boardman and did lots of community work while living there. On Friday night, December 17th, actually Saturday morning at 12:22 am the tornados that were ravaging Kentucky made a stop at Darren and his new wife’s horse farm. This is a multigenerational family farm that has stood the test of time for 120 years. The indoor riding arena and barn was flattened, and two horses were killed. Additionally, all equip-
for that we are thankful. While their house also sustained some damage - roof, broken windows, garage door, etc., it is still livable and can be repaired. Any donation would be so appreciated as they now
The farm used to look like this.
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Riverside Athletic
January 7, TBD, Wrestling: V @Joseph High School 3:00pm, Basketball: G/JV2, @Riverside Jr/Sr High School 4:30pm, Basketball: B/JV2, @Riverside Jr/Sr High School 6:00pm, Basketball: G/V, @Riverside Jr/Sr High School 7:30pm, Basketball: B/V, @Riverside Jr/Sr High School January 8, TBD, Wrestling: V @Joseph High School 2:00pm, Basketball: G/JV2 @Griswold School 4:00pm, Basketball: B/JV2 @Griswold School January 11, 3:00pm, Basketball: G/JV2 @Riverside Jr/Sr High School 4:30pm, Basketball: B/JV2 @Riverside Jr/Sr High School 4:30pm, Wrestling: V @Riverside Jr/Sr High School Novice tournament in the barn 6:00pm, Basketball: G/V @Riverside Jr/Sr High School 7:30pm, Basketball: B/V @Riverside Jr/Sr High School January 13, 6:00pm Wrestling: V @Hood River Valley High School January 14, 3:00pm Basketball: G/JV2 @Riverside Jr/Sr High School 4:30pm, Basketball: B/JV2 @Riverside Jr/Sr High School 6:00pm, Basketball: G/V @Riverside Jr/Sr High School 7:30pm, Basketball: B/V @Riverside Jr/Sr High School January 15, 9:00am, Basketball: G/Junior High, @Riverside/Windy River; B teams are at Windy River A teams are at RIverside 11:00am, Basketball: G/Junior High, @Riverside/Windy River January 18, TBD Wrestling: Junior High @Sunridge Middle School 4:30am, Basketball: G/Junior High @Stanfield Secondary January 19, 4:30pm Wrestling: Junior High, @The Dalles Middle Sch. January 20, 4:30pm Basketball: G/Junior High @Windy River Elem. January 21, 1:00pm Wrestling: V @Santiam Christian High School 2:00pm Basketball: G/JV2 @Vale High School 3:30pm Basketball: B/JV2 @Vale High School 5:00pm Basketball: G/V @Vale High School 6:30pm Basketball: B/V @Vale High School January 22, 10:00am Wrestling: V @Santiam Christian High School 1:30pm, Basketball: B/JV2 @Burns High School 3:00pm Basketball: G/V @Burns High School 3:00pm Basketball: B/V @Burns High School January 26, 4:30pm Wrestling: Junior High @Riverside Jr/Sr High Sch. January 27, TBD Wrestling: V @Irrigon High School 3:00pm Basketball: G/JV2 @Umatilla High School 4:30pm Basketball: B/JV2 @Umatilla High School 6:00pm Basketball: G/V @Umatilla High School 7:30pm Basketball: B/V @Umatilla High School January 29, 10:00am Wrestling: V @Irrigon High School Girls and jv wrestlers, 2:00pm Basketball: G/JV2 @Nyssa High School 3:30pm Basketball: B/JV2 @Nyssa High School 5:00pm Basketball: G/V @Nyssa High School
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City of Boardman offers curbside Christmas tree pick up The City of Boardman will once again offer curbside pickup of Christmas trees. Tesidents are asked to place their tree at their curb, away from garbage coontainers, to avoid extra garbage charges. The Public Works Department will be around each morning, Monday through Friday, to pick them up through January 31, 2022. The Christmas trees will be burned once they dry out.
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Oregon Bankers Association inducts Jeff Bailey of Heppner into Oregon Bankers Hall of Fame SALEM, Ore., December 16, 2021 – The Oregon Bankers Association (OBA) inducted Jeff Bailey, president and CEO of Bank of Eastern Oregon in
2021 Oregon Bankers Hall of Fame inductee Jeff Bailey, president and CEO of Bank of Eastern Oregon. Heppner, into the Oregon Bankers Hall of Fame during the Oregon Bank Leadership Symposium held in December. Induction into the Oregon Bankers Hall of Fame is the highest honor bestowed peerto-peer within the Oregon banking community. It recognizes the outstanding contributions inductees have made to the Oregon banking industry, to the OBA, and to the communities in which they live and work. Bailey was born and raised in Enterprise and graduated from Eastern Oregon University with a degree in agriculture business. His professional career started as a grain buyer in Portland. He would eventually return to Eastern Oregon where he became a commercial loan officer in Gilliam County with the Bank of Eastern Oregon. This was the beginning of what has been 25 years of service to the bank. From 2003 to 2009 Bailey served as chief credit officer. In 2008 he was named president, and a year later, CEO. Beyond his service and leadership within the bank, Bailey
is known for his service to his family, is a man of strong faith community and to the banking and loves his country and comindustry. Bailey is a past chair munity. His default in decision of the OBA and recently started making is ‘do the right thing’ a two-year term as the chair of whether or not it aligns with his the Community Banks of Or- own personal benefit. He has a egon, a sister entity of the OBA holistic view of situations and that serves as a unique voice is committed to making the dedicated to banks headquar- greater good succeed.” tered in Oregon. Since its creation in 1987, the In Eastern Oregon, Bailey is Oregon Bankers Hall of Fame engaged in the Willow Creek has inducted 81 individuals Valley Economic Development who have made outstanding Group, the Heppner Chamber of contributions to the Oregon Commerce and many other civic banking community and the and nonprofit groups. communities they serve. During Bailey’s induction into About the Oregon Bankers Asthe Oregon Bankers Hall of sociation Fame, OBA President and CEO Established in 1905, the OrLinda Navarro shared com- egon Bankers Association is a ments she received from his col- full-service trade association leagues about his contributions with a membership that inand service. cludes state and national comGabrielle Homer, a member mercial banks, savings banks of the bank’s board of directors and trust companies doing busisaid, “I have always appreciated ness in Oregon. The mission of Jeff ’s open door - both as a cus- the OBA is to be the voice of tomer of many years and when Oregon banking. joining the board last year. He The Oregon Bankers Assohas always been responsive and ciation serves a dynamic, innohelpful. He is a friendly, patient vative and community-minded voice of reason. He is incredibly industry. The competitive naknowledgeable and he is dedi- ture of banking gives Oregocated and loyal.” nians and Oregon businesses a George Koffler, former CEO wide variety of choices for their of the bank and current board financial services. In our collecmember said, “Jeff has a strong tive endeavors, the Oregon moral compass that serves him well. He leads by example and is always willing to represent our industry in any capacity.” Becky Kindle, executive vice president and chief operating officer said, “Jeff is a great leader. He is kind and considerate when working with employees and is always approachable. He truly cares about his employees and customers and wants to do what he can to help everyone succeed.” Adding, “He is in- Oregon Bankers Hall of Fame inductee volved not only locally Jeff Bailey, president and CEO of Bank of within the community but Eastern Oregon, (top left) pictured with also has been an integral his wife Christine, brother John and his participant in OBA over the wife Cindy, and his three children, years as an advocate not Caitlynn, Justin and Jordan. only for our bank but for the banking industry as a whole. He is very deserving of Bankers Association and its this award and we are so proud members strive to ensure that of him and his accomplish- Oregon remains a great place ments.” to do business and a great place Mark Lemmon, executive vice to do banking. To learn more, president and chief financial of- visit www.oregonbankers.com ficer said, “Jeff is dedicated to his
Columbia Works summer internships open for 2022
(Boardman, OR) – Employers in Morrow County are offering over 75 internship positions during the summer 2022 season. All internship positions are paid and available in a wide variety of sectors. Each internship is listed online at www.columbiaworks.org with the link to apply. The application period is open through April 1, 2022. Columbia Works was established to link regional employers with high school and college students who are looking to gain experience in their prospective career field. “We have seen so many wonderful outcomes from this program,” says Kalie Davis, Director of Workforce Development at the Port of Morrow. “Our goal is to help connect young professionals with industry partners who provide opportunities for professional growth
and pathways to employment.” Each year Columbia Works offers free professional development sessions to summer interns. “We ask each cohort of summer interns what topics would be most beneficial for them,” Davis shared. “Our hope is that they complete their summer internship and return to Morrow County when they are ready for a full time position.” For more information about the Columbia Works Summer Internship Program email workforce@portofmorrow.com or call 541-945-2231. About Columbia Works: The Columbia Works Program is a collaboration between Morrow County businesses, Morrow County Chambers of Commerce, and the Port of Morrow to grow and promote summer internship opportunities.
It’s a New Year! Make sure you have good winter coverage Contact Saul at our Boardman Office Hablamos Espanol ~ 541-969-2147 or Email: saul@wici.net www.wheatland@wici.net
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Think Big Space at the SAGE Center opened December 2, 2021 Think Big Space held a ribbon cutting Thursday, December 2nd from 4:00-6:00 p.m at the SAGE Center. The ribbon cutting event featured student showcases, tours and appetizers provided by County Gentleman. “It was so great seeing the students and their new innovative classrooms, said Torrie
Griggs.” All of this is thanks to the hard work and dedication of the Port of Morrow, Morrow County School District, SAGE Center/Boardman Chamber, and of course Amazon Web Services! See story about “Think Big Space on front page of this edition of The North Morrow Times.
The new K-6 classroom and school visitation program is funded by Amazon Web Services (AWS) and will be overseen by the Morrow County School District.
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The Morrow County Cultural Coalition, supported by Oregon’s Cultural Trust Foundation is pleased to announce the following grant extension for awards to Morrow County organizations We are excited to announce that the Oregon Community Foundation, in recognition of the important role Coalitions play in funding local cultural nonprofits, is investing additional money to the Coalitions for the Fiscal year 2022. Applications for the 20212022 cultural based activities in Morrow County are now being accepted. Projects supported in the past have included quilting,
art displays, historical library books, cultural entertainment and events, kids’ activities in the parks and schools, drama and musical workshops. Grants can be awarded up to 50% of the total project cost. For complete guidelines and application forms please contact Jaylene Papineau 541-676-5630 or jpapineau@co.morrow.or.us or visit the Morrow County web site under the Clerk/Elections
Office, Morrow County Cultural Coalition Information. Applications must be submitted by January 31, 2022. Anyone interested in making a donation to the Oregon Cultural trust or interested in participating in the Committee, please contact Melissa Lindsay 541-561-0234 or Jaylene Papineau 541-676-5630. The local Coalition is actively seeking volunteers for the committee.
ODVA encourages anyone in need of assistance to talk with friends and family, reach out to battle buddies, connect with a peer-to-peer network, or sign up for mental health services. Trained counselors and outreach staff, many of whom are veterans themselves, are experienced and prepared to discuss the tragedies of war, loss, grief, and transition after trauma. https://www.oregon.gov/.../Pages/Behavioral-Health.aspx
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UEC returns $4 million dollars to members Umatilla Electric’s Board of Directors returned $4 million to Cooperative members in December as part of the utility’s Capital Credits program. Checks were mailed the third week of December to members who purchased electricity during the years 2008 and 2017. Robert Echenrode, UEC General Manager and CEO, said the cooperative’s efforts to maximize efficiencies and control costs make such refunds possible. “Being able to give back to members during the Christmas season is always a gratifying time for our Cooperative,” Echenrode said. “Our business model allows us to focus on providing reliable service and affordable rates to members, not on making profits.”
As a not-for-profit, memberowned cooperative, UEC operates at cost, with net operating revenues (known as margins) returned to members in the form of Capital Credits refunds. Refunds to members are based on the amount of electricity they purchased during the specified years. Refunds of less than $10 were not mailed, but rather retained in the member’s Capital Credits account until the balance surpasses that amount in a future distribution. Under the leadership of the Board of Directors, UEC has returned a total of $15.5 million in the past two years. Previous distributions occurred in April 2020, December 2020 and April 2021. Please call UEC at (541) 5676414 if you have questions regarding Capital Credits.
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 at 314 Locust Rd., Boardman
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City of Boardman snow and ice control program for 2022 We all know how unpredictable the weather can be in our area. We have experienced winters (normally December, January and February) with no snow accumulation, to winters such as we’ve had in the past that deposited heavy snow accumulation. With a population of over 3500 and 80 plus lane-miles of streets, the City is continually striving to provide an acceptable level of snow and ice control. Normal Snow Conditions Our fleet of snow removal equipment is readied before the ice and snow seasons each year. One, five-yard dump truck with sanding box and plow, 2.5-ton dump truck with sanding box and plow, and a 1-ton pickup with sanding box and plow, combined with a crew of trained equipment operators, will keep major streets passable. The City has established procedures and policies for addressing snow plowing and sanding of the streets. The procedures and policies are set on a priority basis, which set predetermined routes as follows: First Priority: All main streets and main intersections considered to be the highest priorities to keep open the main streets and roadway systems
connecting the fire station, police station, emergency medical services, and schools. Second Priority: Other streets and selected areas such as steep hills and other problem areas identified by the public works department and/or police department. Third Priority: Residential Streets Citizen Responsibilities Snow can be beautiful, but it also can create hazards. When residents fail to clear their sidewalks, the result can be a treacherous ice patch. We need your help in protecting pedestrians from possible injury. Residents are responsible to maintain their sidewalks and driveways adjacent to their property. Please pile snow on your yard, not in the street. If your sidewalk is icy, you may correct the hazard by applying a heavy coat of sand. COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT SNOW REMOVAL Q: Can’t the City remove the snow they put in my driveway and sidewalks? A: Our primary duty is to open and keep open the main roadway system. Considering the large number of driveways and amount of sidewalks in the City, it is too costly and time consuming, and would require addi-
tional City staff and equipment to perform this service. Q: Why not plow to the center? A: Plowing snow and piling it to the center of a street causes a hazardous situation. Traffic flow is restricted by eliminating a portion of a lane and this practice can also create sight obstructions for low vehicles. The freeze-thaw cycle creates daily problems when the melting snow freezes on the road surface every evening. Q: Can I park my car on the street? A: Yes, on those streets where parking is normally allowed. However, having to maneuver a snowplow in and out between parked vehicles can not only be dangerous, but also nervewracking for our drivers and is not an efficient way to plow the snow. One must be aware that if a car is parked on the side of the street, we could plow your car in with a snow bank. Q: Why are residential streets seldom plowed? A: With over 80 lane miles of streets to maintain, with limited equipment and staff, it is usually not possible to plow all of the streets. We make every effort to get to the lower priority streets when conditions allow.
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t's that time of year again...time to nomi nate your favorite Boardman businesses and community members to be honored at the Bopardman Chamber of Commerce awards banquet! To submit your nominations: https://form.jotform.com/ 213275256031145 Es esa época del año otra vez ... es hora de nominar a sus empresas y miembros de la comunidad favoritos de Boardman para que sean honrados en nuestro banquete de premios! Escanee el código QR o haga clic en el enlace a continuación para enviar sus nominaciones: https://form.jotform.com/ 213275256031145
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SAGE Center Movie Night - Jungle Cruise January 21, 2022 Come join us for SAGE Center Movie Night. Doors open at 5:30 pm and Movie starts at 6 pm. Admission to the SAGE Center gets you a bucket of Popcorn and Bottle of water.
Oregon Trail Library Boardman
New Book List:
Fiction: Apples Never Fall – Liane Moriarty Game On: Tempting Twenty-Eight – Janet Evanovich Go Tell the Bees That I Am Gone: A Novel – Diana Gabaldon My Heart is a Chainsaw – Stephen Graham Jones My Monticello – Jocelyn Nicole Johnson The Dime Novelist: A Novel Based on the Life of Ned Buntline – Clay More The Personal Librarian – Marie Benedict The Whistler – John Grisham Wait For It – Jenn McKinlay West with Giraffes: A Novel – Lynda Rutledge Crossroads – Jonathan Franzen Mistletoe Miracles – Jodi Thomas Once There Were Wolves – Charlotte McConaghy The Joy and Light Bus Company – Alexander McCall Smith The Nameless Ones – John Connolly The Noel Letters – Richard Paul Evans Non-Fiction: Cokie: A Life Well Lived – Steven V. Roberts 100 Flying Birds: Photographing the Mechanics of Flight – Peter Cavanagh Atlas of the Heart: Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of Human Experience – Brené Brown Library Hours Sunday Closed Monday Closed Tuesday 10-6 Wednesday 10-6 Thursday10-6 Friday 10-6 Saturday Closed
HERE’S MY CARD The Farmer’s Cup The Farmer’s Cup is now serving LUNCH Panini Sandwiches
Coffee Drinks, Blendeds, Fresh Eggs, Sunshine Sandwiches, and much more!
450 Laurel Rd. Boardman 541/514-1601
Dancing Bee Acres, LLC All Natural Products of the Hive http://www.dancingbeeacres.com
KRP Management Enjoy Breakfast with Santa Boardman Senior Center, Dec. 4th
Ina J Abercrombie Owner/Apitherapist dancingbzs@gmail.com
Products available: Raw Honey, Royal Jelly, Bee Pollen, Propolis, Bee Venom, Bees 198 W. Wyoming Ave Wax, Bees Wax Candles, and Irrigon, OR 97844 Honey Gift Baskets 541-571-3250 https://www.facebook.com/DancingBeeAcres
Boardman Community Church Pastor Andy Hermans 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. Please come as you are. Sunday 300 2nd Street worship Boardman, OR 97818
Phone 541-571-6831
M-F 4:30 am - 5 pm Sat. 6 am - 5 pm Sunday Closed
11:00 am
Bible Study Tuedsays 6:30 pm Hispanic Church Spanish - Sat. & Sun. evenings 6:00 pm Youth Group meets Sunday 5 to 6:30 pm
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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Boardman Pastor Rick Weiss http://www.boardmanchurch.org/ 200 Willowfork Dr. Church 541-481-9437 P.O. Box 638 rick@boardmanchurch.org Boardman, OR 97818 Cell: 928-978-6293
Mobil Veterinarian serving Morrow County Offering ranch/house calls for patients small and large! Call today to see how I can help your furry friends
Dan Hansen, DVM Call: 541-561-2941
Saul Llamas, Agent 455 E Main St * PO Box 1349 * Hermiston, OR 97838 Office (541)567-8834 * Cell (541)969-2147 Fax(541) 276-7688 * 1-800-243-8919 Email: saul@wici.net * wheatlandins.com
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THE NEXT EDITION OF NORTH MORROW TIMES will be in your mailbox on February 4, 2022. Deadline is Friday January 28, 2022. Mail your entries to: North Morrow Times, PO Box 907, Boardman, OR 97818 E-mail lprag@centurytel.net
Times Change... People Change… Laws Change.... Now is the time to check into your VA benefitsCALL NOW Morrow County Veterans Services 541-922-6420
YOUR CARD HERE $40 TnT Storage 335 Yates Lane / P.O. Box 669 Boardman, OR 97818 Office 541-481-2700 * Cell 541-371-4909 tnt-storage.com * tntstorage2@gmail.com 5X10, 10X10, & 10X20 Units, and RV/Vehicle
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Boardman Senior Center Jan. Menu NOW Open for Dine-in Lunch
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Classified 5 lines $7.50 PLUS $0.20/word thereafter Stokes Landing Senior Center Drive-thru meal program Stokes Landing Senior Center is now providing an option of dinning in or pick up at their drive through meal program in Irrigon. All meals will be served at noon each Monday. Please call 541-9223334 anytime before Friday at 3:00 PM of each week to reserve your meal(s), leaving your phone number, number of meals you are ordering, and if you plan to dine inside or drive through to pick up your meal. These meals are available for everyone. If you are age 60 or over, meals price is $4 and if you are under 60 years of age it will cost $5.
Tuesday Jan. 11 Thursday Jan. 13 Chili Hamburger Stew Corn Bread Rolls Green Salad Green Salad Corn Yellow Cake Sugar Cookies Thursday Jan. 20 Tuesday Jan. 18 Birthday Lunch Chicken Enchiladas Mac & Ham Chips/Salsa Corn Cauliflower Green Salad Green Salad Rolls Chocolate Cake Banana Pudding Tuesday Jan. 25 Thursday Jan. 27 Chicken Noodle Soup Tater Tot Casserole Corn Bread Rolls Green Salad Green Salad Rice Crispy Treats Cupcakes Lunch is $4 for Seniors 55 & Above; $5 for Adults 54 & Under * All are Welcome! Take-Out Lunches Available. Catering Available. Call 481-3257
Boardman Senior Breakfast
$5.00 Saturday, Sausage/Ham; Eggs/ January 8th Pancakes, Hash Browns, Biscuits & Gravy, 7:30 am to Coffee/Juice/Milk 10:30 am Boardman Senior Center 100 Tatone Street * Boardman
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Cromwell joins UEC as VP of Power Supply An experienced utility professional has joined Umatilla Electric Cooperative as Vice President of Power Supply, a new position at the Hermistonbased cooperative. Robert Cromwell, originally from Tucson, Ariz., will support the creation of UEC’s Power Supply team, help meet the power and transmission needs of the membership and help position UEC for the future. Cromwell spent 14 years as an attorney practicing law, including six years as a utility consumer advocate with the Washington State Attorney General’s Office and then with the Seattle City Attorney’s Office where he represented both the electric utility and the water, sewage and solid waste utility in transactional and litigation matters. In 2007 he joined Seattle City Light, where he has worked for the past 14 years. During his time at Seattle City Light, Cromwell has directed work ranging from regional affairs, power and trans-
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be an asset to the mission conorganization,” said tracts (includRobert Echenrode, ing with the UEC General ManBonneville ager and CEO. Power Admin“Robert’s experiistration) and ence and skills will has acquired be utilized to suprenewable report the needs of sources to our membership.” meet the Cromwell holds needs of a bachelor’s degree Seattle’s cusand a juris doctortomers. He has ate in law from the also been University of Arideeply inzona in Tucson. In volved in rehis spare time, he gional solu- Robert Cromwell, new VP loves to travel with tions to prob- of Power Supply his family and curlems faced by the Northwest power industry, rently serves on his local school working with industry partners district’s Board of Directors. Cromwell will begin his new and stakeholders across the West. His most recent role was role at UEC on Jan. 3, 2022. “I am delighted to have the as Director of the Customer Energy Solutions team delivering opportunity to join Umatilla energy efficiency, renewable re- Electric and look forward to sources and related programs to supporting the cooperative’s membership in meeting their Seattle’s retail customers. “We are excited to have Rob- power supply and transmission ert join Umatilla Electric. His needs, now and in the future,” experience with electric utilities he said. and power supply will prove to
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