North Morrow Volume XXIII Number 11
June 5, 2015
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FREE Music in the Parks begins June 15 in Boardman A 10 event series of FREE outdoor concerts on the banks of the Columbia River begins Monday, June 15 at 7:00 pm. The concerts rotate between the Boardman and Irrigon Marina Parks, and offer a variety of musical experiences in beautiful riverside settings. Bring your lawn chair and be prepared to be entertained. This first concert of the season kicks off in Boardman Marina Park June 15, with BRAM BRATA STEEL BAND. A perennial favorite, Bram Brata features a variety of upbeat classical and ethnic melodies performed by talented, dedicated high school students on various sizes of recycled steel drums. The June 22 performance fea-
tures BRADY GOSS pianist and soloist originally from Eastern Oregon. We are thrilled this amazing musician can return for a performance in Irrigon Marina Park. To “Honor our Veterans” this year we have two special performances. June 29, the 70 MEMBER WALLAWALLAVALLEY BAND will perform at Boardman Marina Park, and on July 6th, at the Irrigon Marina Park, BENT ON BLUES will “Honor our Veterans”, They’re dedicated to playing and performing originals and classics tastefully interpreted and presented in ways guaranteed to “git yer mojo workin” and “yer hips a shakin baby”. All performances begin at 7:00
Bram Brata Steelband (top photo) perform in Boardman June 15th. Brady Goss (middle photo) performs in Irrigon on June 22. Walla Walla Valley Bands (photo below) performs July 29th in Boardman Marina Park.
PM; all will be on Monday evenings. All performances are FREE, Funding is provided by Morrow County Unified Recreation District, and Portland General Electric. Directions to the Boardman Ma-
rina Park: from I-84, take exit 164 and turn north toward the river on Main St. Continue north about ½ mile and turn left on Marine Drive. Directions to Irrigon Marina Park: from Highway 730, turn
north toward the river on 10th St. Performances in both parks will be in the Picnic areas. For Boardman information, contact Tami, 541-5710855. Irrigon information contact is Renee, 541 922-1560.
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Community Calendar June 2015 6 Breakfast at the Boardman Senior Center 7:30 -10:30 am 8 Storyhour (Mondays) Oregon Trail Library, Boardman @10:30 am Irrigon Senior Meal (each Monday) Stokes Landing in Irrigon - Noon Greenfield Grange Meeting (2nd Monday) 6:30 pm, Boardman Grange Public Health Clinic (each Monday &Tuesday ) 8:30 - 4:30 pm closed 12:30 - 1:00 pm Boardman - County Building 9 Boardman Senior Meal (each Tuesday & Thursday) Noon Senior Center Boardman, located by the City Hall Boardman City Council Meeting - 7pm - City Hall Greenfield Grange meeting (2nd Tuesday of each month) 6 pm buffet, 7pm meeting. Tillicum Club meetings (2nd Tuesday of every month at 7pm) at the Firestation in Irrigon. 11 Domestic Violence/Womens Support Group (each Thursday) 4:006:30 pm at SCF Office in Boardman Boardman Rural Fire Protection District Board of Directors meets the (2nd Thursday each month) at 7:00 pm at 300 SW Wilson Lane 16 Tillicum Club meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month @ 7:00 pm 17 County Court - Boardman - River Front Center - 9:00 am Boardman Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Noon, Port of Morrow Boardman City Planning Commission - City Hall - 7:00 pm Irrigon Friends of the Library meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month 18 Boardman Kiwanis Meeting (3rd Thursday Noon at Boardman City Hall) 23 Boardman Park & Recreation District Meeting @ Park Office - 7 pm28 City Council Meeting – 7pm – City Hall
July 2015 2 Boardman Kiwanis Meeting (1st Thursday of each month at River Lodge & Grill @ 6:30 am) 7 City Council Meeting – 7pm – City Hall (1st Tuesday of each month)
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Boardman Park District’s summer recreation program begins June 22 Free activities include mornings for ages 5-12 and Teen Program from 1-4 pm. Swim lessons are set up with Movies in the Park to begin June 26 and continue each Friday evening throughout the summer. create many arts and crafts projects. The Teen Summer Recreation Program is scheduled for the same dates (6-22 to 723) 1-4 pm and will ensure plenty of free entertainment for those ages 12 to 17. Always enjoyed are the water safety classes utilizing the canoes, paddleboats, kayaks and of course the huge water trampoline! The Recreation team says they also plan to include bowling, boating, laser tag, and sessions for skate boards, roller blades and BMX bikes. The teens can register the first day of activities, June 22nd at the Park Office. The dates for swimming lessons will be June 15 - 18; the lessons will be held at The water slide is always popular for the Hermiston Aquatic the FUNtastic Kidz; the Park Center . Free bussing to purchased a Bouncey Castle, which Hermiston from the Park will also be a part of the program. Office will be included in Photos contributed
The summer activities in Boardman just keep getting better! Boardman Park & Recreation Dis-
ers around town and handouts will be given to children at the schools. Friday nights will be for the entire family’s enjoyment, as Boardman Park continues their tradition of Movies in the Park. The first movie will be McFarland, USA and will be held Friday, June 26 at dusk. All movies will be held in the Day Use area of the Marina near the Baker Pavilion. Other Friday night movies will include: July 3, Hunger Games: Mocking Jay - Part 1; July 10, Maleficent; July 17, Frozen; July 24, Big Hero Six; and July 31, Paddington. Movie Night sponsorship opportunities are available; contact the Recreation Department for further information: 481-7217. You may access additional information by calling the park’s number, 481-7217, and ask for the Summer Recreation Department. A recorded message will fill you in on the latest dates, places and the upcoming Friday Night Movie. Don’t miss out on the fun this summer --- be sure to sign your kids up for the FREE Summer Recreation
trict has planned all winter long to dream up fun activities for everyone this summer. For children ages 5 - 12, Funtastic Kidz begins June 22nd and runs to July 23rd. The free program is offered Monday through Thursdays, from 8:30 - 11:30 am and free bussing is provided. A bus schedule will be available at signups, which will be at the first day of the program at Boardman Marina Park, Harold Baker Pavilion in the Day Use area. The program is free and many themes have been deWater sports such as canoes, paddle boats and kayaks are featured in veloped to hold active kids’ the Teen Summer Program, with an emphasis on water safety. interests. They will learn about water safety, enjoy the Park’s water slide (always a the cost of the lessons. All les- activities and bring the whole fampopular activity on hot days!), sons are given by a Red Cross cer- ily every Friday night to the FREE learn about fireworks safety and tified instructor. Watch for post- Movies in the Park!
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Area farmer directs funds to Morrow County 4-H Leaders Association
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Joe and Cheryl Taylor of Ione stand with a group of Morrow County 4-H members during the check presentation in Ione last week. The Taylors were selected as a winner of Monsanto’s America’s Farmers Grow Communities and chose to have the $2,500 donated to the local 4-H leaders association. –Photo by David Sykes Morrow County 4-H Leaders Taylor and his wife, Cheryl Tay- America’s Farmers campaign and Association has received a $2,500 lor, presented the $2,500 check to programs have advocated on bedonation from Double T Farming the county 4-H program at a cer- half of farmers and their efforts to and America’s Farmers Grow Com- emony on March 31 at Ione Com- meet society’s needs through agriculture. Today, consumers are munities, sponsored by the munity School. Monsanto Fund. According to 4For five years, America’s Farm- more interested than ever in agriH Agent Ashely Jones, the organi- ers Grow Communities has collabo- culture and how food is grown. zation will use the donation to rated with farmers to donate over Consider joining the conversation cover the costs of travel to vari- $16.5 million to over 7,300 commu- and helping to raise awareness ous events, including the Tri- nity organizations across rural about agriculture. Learn more at County 4-H Camp, the Oregon America. This year winning farm- FoodDialogues.com. A sister program in the State University Summer Confer- ers will direct another $3.3 million ence and the Eastern Oregon Lead- to nonprofits to help fight rural America’s Farmers effort, Grow ership Retreat. hunger, purchase life-saving fire Rural Education, is currently in its “The 4-H program does a great and EMS equipment, support ag farmer nomination phase. Farmers job of providing youth in our com- youth leadership programs, buy interested in supporting math and munity with leadership skills as much needed classroom resources, science education in their communities should visit well as experience in careers that and so much more. www.GrowRuralEducation.com may interest them. We’re happy to America’s Farmers Grow Comhave the opportunity to support munities is part of the America’s from now through April 1 to learn them,” said winning farmer Joe Tay- Farmers initiative. Since 2010, the how. lor of Double T Farming.
BMCC Clothing Closet to outfit students seeking jobs PENDLETON, Ore. – Blue Mountain Community College provides students with the skills necessary for obtaining a job, and now the College wants to make sure students look the part when applying for or starting a new job. The BMCC Clothing Closet collects gently-used professional clothing throughout the year and then sells it for just $1 per item to students
who need professional apparel to wear to an interview or new job. Without the Clothing Closet, some students wouldn’t have the financial means to purchase an appropriate outfit for a job. The BMCC chapter of the American Association for Women in Community Colleges and the BMCC student-led Business Club have partnered to collect the cloth-
ing throughout the year. On May 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., students will have an opportunity to come to the Clothing Closet in Morrow Hall room 206 on the Pendleton campus to purchase clothing for just $1 per item. For more information, please contact Velda Arnaud, 541-2785740 or varnaud@bluecc.edu.
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Rich Glauber Music in Action! On Wednesday, June 10th at 4:00 pm you’ll want to be at the Oregon Trail Library branch in Irrigon to enjoy Rich Glauber! When Rich Glauber performs, there is no such thing as an audience. His inviting presence radiates through a group and gets inside of people, lifting them on a current of positive energy and transforming them into part of the show. Glauber is a gifted troubadour/ music educator who specializes in creating interactive musical experiences for participants of all ages. His performance is called ‘Music in Action!’ an upbeat mix of songs, creative movement, story telling and comedy, all imbued with a healthy dose of good, clean fun. Using guitar, voice and his special, antique accordion (named Syd), Glauber effortlessly places the group into the palm of his hand, then conducts a free-wheeling celebration of community spirit and youthful en-
thusiasm. Many of his songs are action-oriented, with opportunities for high-energy movement and creative expression. “Bizzy Bugs” is a reggae-flavored tribute to the insects that ‘help the world go round’. “Hit the Lonesome Trail” becomes an impromptu square dance, complete with smiling faces, clapping hands and skipping to the beat. “We had a party at the library”, was one child’s offhand comment.
More than simple entertainment, Glauber’s work is firmly rooted in research that demonstrates the importance of movement in helping foster children’s cognitive, physical and emotional development. Rich describes it this way, “Kids need to move to music, use their muscles, find their voices, experience the joy of being an active, inspired human being. It’s something that we need more of in this culture”. Well-traveled, fluent in Spanish, Glauber was a founding member and keyboardist for Caliente, the popular salsa band based in Eugene. In 1990, he became an Artistin-Education for the Lane Arts Council, performing hundreds of school concerts and workshops throughout western Oregon. He has entertained at the Oregon Bach Festival, the Oregon Country Fair, the Willamette Valley Folk Festival, the Eugene Celebration, Seattle’s Bumbershoot Festival and at numerous local venues. In the past few years, he has performed at hundreds of libraries around Oregon and Washington, invariably earning rave reviews. Rich Glauber will perform at the Irrigon Library June 10 at 4:00 pm.
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Grants available for Morrow County cultural, arts, historic and literary organizations The Morrow County Cultural Coalition funded by Oregon’s Cultural Trust Foundation is now accepting proposals for the next grant period. Categories for qualifying groups or projects are: literary, historical preservation, visual and performing arts, or humanities and cultural organizations. Last year, grants were awarded to: Missoula Children’s Theater workshop, Heppner High School Drama Club, Irrigon and Boardman Elementary schools Artist in Residence, Morrow County Historical Society Chronicles and Hampstead Stage Co. Grants in the past have included quilting and art groups, art displays, cultural entertainment structures and kid’s activities for parks. The Coalition invites you to submit completed Funding Proposal Request Forms to the Morrow County Cultural Coalition by August 1, 2015.
Complete guidelines and grant applications for 2015 can be obtained by contacting Susan Russell at 541-481-4277 or email smsel@hotmail.com. Proposals must meet criteria noted on the application and include a timeline with project to be completed no later than October 15, 2016. Funding for the Morrow County Cultural Coalition originates from contributions and donations to the Oregon Cultural Trust Foundation. To learn more about supporting culture in Oregon, through the Trust, visit www.culturaltrust.org. Ideas and suggestions for fun cultural activities in Oregon from concerts and theater to workshops and museums can be found at: www.oregonculturefieldguide.org. Help bring ideas and programs to Morrow County. Grants can be awarded up to 50% of total project cost.
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Ordnance Brewing announces Taproom opening BOARDMAN, OR, MAY 27, 2015 — Ordnance Brewing, the much-anticipated Eastern Oregon craft brewery start-up, announces a limited opening of their taproom, effective immediately. To start, the taproom will be open Saturdays from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM and Sundays from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The brewery and taproom are located at 405 North Olson Road, in the Port of Morrow, behind ConAgra/Lamb Weston. Brewmaster and Oregon-native, Logan Mayfield, will be featuring popular flagship brews such as the Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) India Pale Ale and the Rivercrest Kölsch among the tasting room’s fifteen taps, as well as special releases such as a Habanero Barleywine and a guest tap featuring D’s Wicked Cider from Kennewick, WA. Future plans this summer include expanding tap room hours, adding food options and a formal grand opening tentatively scheduled for Saturday, August 1, 2015. Founded in 2014, Ordnance Brewing was a vision between Hermiston friends and neighbors Craig Coleman and the late Mark McLeod. Their aim was to bring quality beer to Eastern Oregon and further advance the growth of the craft brew scene in the area. More information on Ordnance Brewing can be found at their web site, www.ordnancebrewing.com, as well as social media outlets, including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Boardman City Council changes meeting schedule to once a month The Boardman City Council has changed their meeting schedule to once a month. They will hold their regular meetings the first Tuesday of each month, and if special sessions are needed they will notice the public of the additional meetings. The next meeting of the Boardman City Council will be Tuesday, July 7, 2015 at 7:00pm at Boardman City Hall Council Chambers.
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Boardman Buzzzzzzzz Boardman Chamber Monthly Luncheon Wednesday, June 17 at noon at the Port of Morrow Riverfront Center Lunch is $12 with RSVP by Monday, June 15. Our guest speaker will be Lori Kimbel, Marketing Director North East Oregon Business News Call the Boardman Chamber of Commerce at (541) 481-3014 to RSVP today! Boardman Thunder Run and Walk Saturday, July 4 beginning at 8 a.m. at 206 N. Main Street Participate in a 5K run or walk, or a 10 K run! Registration is $17 if registered by Monday, June 29 and includes a t-shirt. It’s $20 the day of the event, and you may not be able to get a t-shirt, so register early! Please contact the Boardman Chamber to complete your entry form. It’s Parade Time! You’re invited to build a float, organize a band, dig out your best costumes, and join the biggest little parade for a grand ole’ 4th of July Celebration! Parade assembly begins at 10 a.m. on NE Front Street. Entries must be in place by 10:30, with the parade officially beginning at 11 a.m.! Please contact the Chamber to complete a Parade Entry Form no later than Friday, June 26. Volunteers Needed for Boardman’s July 4th Celebration Please consider helping us with the parade, fun run, vendors, kids’ games, etc. Big events like this are not possible with the help of many people! Even if you can only volunteer for an hour or two – we need you! Call The Chamber at (541) 481-3014 to volunteer! Chamber Awards Scholarships More than a dozen graduating seniors applied for the Boardman Chamber’s scholarships this year. The committee agreed these were among the best qualified applicants they have ever seen! This made the decision process much more difficult than usual. The Chamber wishes they had the funds to give every single applicant a scholarship to help them pursue their dreams! The Chamber Scholarship Committee is honored to announce that the following students will receive a $1000 scholarship: Gabrielle Ganvoa, Stephanie Madrigal, and Hans Rockwell.
The following students will receive a $500 scholarship: Laura Ponce, Jasmine Puerta, and Maria Rodriquez. Congratulations to each of you, and best of luck with your future aspirations! SAGE Center Summer Hours The SAGE Center is now open every day through Labor Day! (Call 541-481-7243 for more information) Boardman Senior Center Monthly Community Breakfast Saturday, June 6 from 7 to 10 a.m. Bank of Eastern Oregon Community Appreciation BBQ Friday, June 19 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Camp Host Needed at Boardman RV Park Camp hosts are needed for the months of July & August. RV site is provided. Please call 541-481-7217 for more information. You can visit our website at www.boardmanmarinapark.com United Way Annual Benefit Raffle The prizes will be drawn on July 24 at their Benefit Golf Tournament at Wildhorse Resort Golf Course. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20. Prizes include: $1000 Visa Gift Card Xbox One Beats Pill 2.0 50" LED HDTV Teeth whitening gift certificate Pendleton Woolen Mills blanket Big thanks to all who helped with the following recent events: Cinco de Mayo Celebration on Saturday, May 2! Thanks to all who volunteered to help, and thanks to the Morrow County Unified Recreation District, who provided financial support for the event! Morrow County Volunteer Expo on Wednesday, May 6! Thanks to all who manned tables and attended the event! Special thanks to the SAGE Center for serving as hosts for the event, and big thanks to Abengoa and PGE – Portland General Electric for co-sponsoring this countywide event! Girls Night Out on Saturday, May 16! Thanks to all who volunteered, were venders, and attended the event! Special thanks to the Kiwanis Club of Boardman for serving as hosts for this great event! Morrow County Children’s Fair on Thursday, May 21! Thanks to all who volunteered to help with, and attended, the event!
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Summer Recreation Program FUNtastic Kidz Ages 5 - 12 June 22 - July 23, 8:30 am to 11:30 am, Monday thru Thursday Free Bussing! Signups June 22nd Free Lunch Daily
Teen Summer Recreation Ages 12 - 17 June 22- July 23, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, Monday thru Thursday Free Lunch Daily
Friday Movies in the Park June 26 thru July 31 at Dusk Harold Baker Pavilion, Boardman Marina Park Bring your lawn chairs or blankets! Movie Night sponsorship opportunities available - Contact BPRD
Swim Lessons June 15 - June 18 * 10 am - Noon Call for more information: 481-7217, ask for Recreation Dept. Cost: $35/child, includes FREE bussing to & from Hermiston Family Aquatic Center
FREE Friday Night Movies in the Park: June 26 McFarland,
USA July 3 Hunger Games MockingJay I July 10 Maleficent July 17 FROZEN July 24 Big Hero Six July 31 Paddington **Movies Subject to Change
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BMCC students honored as part of All-Oregon Academic Team this fall. After completing his degree, Hawman plans to return to eastern Oregon to work on his family’s farm in Hermiston. Hawman has been instrumental in fundraising for an irrigation pivot at BMCC, bringing in more than $60,000 in donations to the project, and managed to acquire a $30,000
Kaylie Thompson, BMCC President Cam Preus and Kevin Hawman after the Oregon governor’s gala in Salem. PENDLETON, Ore. – Two Blue Mountain Community College students were honored by Oregon Governor Kate Brown last week as members of the 2015 All-Oregon Academic Team, which recognizes students from the state’s 17 community colleges for their classroom achievements and community involvement. Second-year BMCC students Kevin Hawman and Kaylie Thompson received their All-Oregon Academic Team award, sponsored by Phi Theta Kappa (the honor society for 2-year colleges), during an annual gala luncheon in Salem on April 30. This marked the 22nd year that Oregon’s community colleges have selected outstanding students from each campus for their achievements. Each college may select up to two students each year, and those students must be taking classes in pursuit of a fouryear degree and will transfer to a university. All-Oregon Academic Team award winners Kaylie Thompson and Kevin Hawman with Sen. Bill Hansell
Every four-year institution, both public and private, offers a minimum $1,000 in transfer scholarships to All-Oregon Academic Team members. In addition, the Oregon Community College Association has partnered with Phi Theta Kappa to allow team members to vie for national scholarships worth more than $350,000 from the Coca-Cola Foundation and USA Today. In addition to meeting Gov. Brown, Hawman and Thompson also had an opportunity to meet with State Senator Bill Hansell (RAthena) and Representative Greg Baretto (R-Cove), who also recognized the students during their respective floor sessions. Hawman is an agriculture student at BMCC who plans to transfer to Oregon State University to continue his agriculture studies
discount on the system from Valley Irrigation of Nebraska. Thompson is a nursing student at BMCC, and plans to pursue a master’s degree in nursing at Eastern Oregon University so that she can work in either general nursing, geriatric health care, pediatrics or mission work. In the past two
years, Thompson has taken part in mission trips to Haiti and Nicaragua to provide meals to families and children, which completely changed her outlook on life. Thompson’s mother and Hawman’s parents attended the gala event, as did BMCC President Cam Preus and BMCC Phi Theta Kappa Advisor Velda Arnaud.
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1st Annual Girls Night Out – Oh What A Night! The Kiwanis Club of Boardman would like to thank all the ladies who came out and helped us celebrate this event. Local home and beauty consultants welcomed the opportunity to promote their products. The Comedian, Fashion Show, Photo Opportunity and Beauty Makeovers were especially enjoyed. We hope to see you all again next year along with those
of you who couldn’t make it. We would like to thank the following companies for their generous donations which helped make this event possible: Wildhorse Casino, Bonneville Hot Springs and Resort, Walmart, Boardman Hardware (donated Fashion Show makeup – newly available in the store!), Alive and Well, Select Market, Hermiston Pharmacy, Bi-Mart,
The Mouse Factory, Boardman Chamber, Marshalls Winery and Kopacz Nursery. A special thank you to Home Depot for supplying the materials and Mike Camp for building the stage and prize wheel. NOTE: If you won a package at Bonneville Hot Springs and Resort – please contact Deanna Camp 541-571-7089.
(L-R) Michelle Erickson and Jessica Gallino strike a pose.
(Above) One of the vendors, Lisa Pratt displayed her Scentsy products for the Girls Night Out event.
Pictured above the beautiful cake provided for Girls Night Out. Food and drinks were provided. Pictured Left, Joe Taylor and Lee Docken taking tickets at the door. Young comedian, Ryan Durbin put on quite a show for the ladies
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Add blood donation to your list American Red Cross has two opportunities for you to give blood in Boardman during June There are 100 days of summer and the American Red Cross urges eligible donors to choose their day to give blood and help ensure a sufficient blood supply. Summer is a difficult time to collect enough blood to meet patient needs. Nearly 90 percent of donors surveyed this past spring said they planned to take a vacation this summer, potentially making them less available to give. In addition, many schools that host blood drives are out of session during the summer. But the need for blood donations is constant.
Every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood. Donors of all blood types – especially those with types O nega-
tive, A negative and B negative – are needed. The Red Cross must collect 15,000 blood donations every day to meet the needs of patients at approximately 2,600 hos-
pitals and transfusion centers nationwide. To make an appointment to give blood, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1800-733-2767). Upcoming blood donation opportunities Boardman: 6/16/2015: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Portland General Electric/ Boardman Coal Plant, 73334 Tower Road 6/23/2015: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., Columbia River Community Health Services, 450 Tatone St.
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Two RHS students graduating with AAOT degrees from BMCC By: Marie Shimer This spring as we get ready for the graduation of the class of 2015,
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Stephanie Madrigal, graduates with a 4.0, and plans to attend Portland State University the community of Boardman will also be celebrating the graduation of two of their high school seniors from BMCC with their AAOT de-
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gree. On June 6th Stephanie Madrigal and Yvette Barrera will be graduating from Riverside Jr/Sr High School and on June 12th they will again graduate from BMCC. Stephanie Madrigal is the oldest daughter of Saul and Maricela Madrigal. In addition to being this year’s Valedictorian, Stephanie is graduating a year early with a 4.0 GPA. She plans to attend Portland State University in the fall. Stephanie Yvette Barrera is graduating as the has also played volleyball Salutatorian and plans to go to OIT and was a state qualifier in the fall with doubles tennis. Yvette Barrera is the daughter that these two girls have accomof Graciela Navarro and Santos plished. They both set challengBarrera. Yvette is graduating as the ing goals for themselves early on Salutatorian and plans to go to OIT and between the Eastern Promise in the fall. While at RHS Yvette courses that are available on camplayed soccer and was a captain pus and the classes they took over on the cheer squad. the summer they were able to meet As a staff we are excited for all them.
The Boardman Kiwanis Club has selected 7 graduates of Riverside and Irrigon High School to receive $500.00 scholarships to further their education. Scholarships are awarded for class achievement and service to the community and the high school. Recipients from Riverside High School— Megan Hearn is a member of National Honor Society, Drama Club and Key Club. She has a class rank of 7th while she is pursuing an AAOT degree with BMCC. She plans to attend Western Oregon University studying Fine Arts and Secondary education. Stephanie Madrigal has participated in sports and choir while a member of National Honor Society and Key Club. She is ranked 1st in her class and will graduate with an AAOT degree for BMCC in June. She has a 4.0 G.P.A. throughout high school. Stephanie plans to
enroll at University of Portland majoring in Business Administration. Maria Rodriguez has been involved in track, National Honor Society, cheerleading and Key Club while attaining 5th ranking in her class. She will graduate with over 35 college credits in June. She plans to enroll at Oregon State University majoring in pre-medicine. Alisha Sorensen plans to attend BMCC , then transferring to BYU/ Idaho to major in child development and business. Alisha is a member of National Honor Society, LDS church and volunteers with the Boardman and Irrigon Ambulances. While achieving 3rd ranking in her class she will graduate with 39 College credits and a Honors diploma. Irrigon High SchoolZachary Rice has participated in sports as a member of two State Champion basketball teams. He has a 5th ranking in his class while
being a member of National Honor Society and Key Club. He intends to enroll at Lane Community college majoring in nursing. Shalom A. Robles has also participated in the college credit program while achieving a 3rd ranking in her class. She is a member of National Honor Society and Key Club. She hopes to attend Oregon Institute of Technology majoring in medicine. Adrian Romero has played in many sports- basketball, soccer, and track. He has helped Irrigon High School achieve state championships in basketball while individually being named State player of the year. He is a member of National Honor Society and Key Club while being ranked 1st in his class. Adrian plans to enroll at Lewis and Clark majoring in sports medicine. The Boardman Kiwanis wishes to congratulate all recipients and encourages them in all their future endeavors.
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Mo. Co. babysitting workshop held
On Friday, May 15th the 4-H office hosted a babysitting workshop open to all 4-H and non 4-H members in Morrow County. We had 13 participants in this all day workshop. Participants learned basic first aid, how to deal with difficult situations, preparing healthy snacks & meals, starting
their own babysitting business, care of an infant & toddlers along with other age groups, as well as safety in the home and what the 6 Pillars of Character are for serving as a quality babysitter. Each participant created and went home with their own tote bag full of games, first aid books, first
aid kits, and healthy recipes to use when they babysit in the future. For more information on 4-H and the programs available, please contact the OSU Extension Service Office at: 541-676-9642, follow us on Facebook at “Morrow County 4-H Oregon” or stop by our office for complete details.
Columbia River Community Health Services
Steve Maher, MD
Some of our services include: Well Baby/Child Exams Childhood/Adult Immunizations Sports Physicals Men’s and Women’s Health Exams CDL Physicals Pre-employment Drug Screening Chronic Disease Managment Flu Shots Limited Access to Dental Care Sliding Scale Fee Arrangements
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Hablamos Espanol We accept most major insurance plans including Medicare and Oregon Medicaid 450 Tatone Street * Boardman * Open Monday 7:30 am - 7:00 pm, Tuesday - Friday 7:30 am - 5 pm David Collins, PA-C
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Call : 541-481-7212 for your appointment
Boardman Rural Fire Protection District May 2015 Fire Calls- 28 Location Type 81243 W Eighth (Mutual Aid Irrigon) Cancelled Enroute 750 NE Columbia Ave NE Fire Alarm Activation 71046 Kunze Lane Smoke Odor 513 Juniper Smoke Alarm Activation 81212 W Fourth (Mutual Aid Irrigon) Grass Fire 101 SW Front St. Motor Vehicle Fire Fifth St. & Washington Ave. (Mutual Aid Irrigon) Brush Fire Laurel Ln. & Wilson Ln. Unauthorized Burn Bombing Range Rd. Mile Post 3 Motor Vehicle Accident 600 Wilson Lane Space E-3 Cooking Stove Fire I-84 Mile Post 164 East Bound Grass Fire 73336 Lewis & Clark Drive Fire Alarm Activation 20 Marine Drive Chip Pile Fire 73336 Lewis & Clark Drive Fire Alarm Activation 77200 Poleline Rd. Water Flow Alarm Activation 76470 Sunset Lane (Mutual Aid Irrigon) Grass Fire 74100 Poleline Rd. Tractor Fire 71335 Rail Loop Drive Fire Alarm Activation 80542 Patterson Ferry Rd. (Mutual Aid Irrigon) Ambulance Assist Union Pacific Rail Road Mile Post 172 Grass Fire 70850 Marine Drive Chip Pile Fire 515 NE Columbia Ave Structure Fire 1 Cascade Way Fire Alarm Activation 1 Marine Drive Debris Pile Fire 705 Paul Smith Rd. Space 41 Electrical Transformer Fire 700 Wilson Lane Fire Alarm Activation 705 Paul Smith Rd. Space 101 Fire Alarm Activation Hwy 730 Mile Post 169 Motor Vehicle Accident Since January 1, 2015 responded to 108 emergency calls. Health and Pub Ed Classes - CPR/First Aid Class (28 total Attendees) Administration -End of Fiscal Year Preparations -19 Burn permits renewed Trainings and Classes-Wildland Fire Academy (8 Attendees) -Thursday Night Fire Training Inspections May 6- Fire suppression testing Port of Morrow Freezer May 6- Fire alarm PDX-50 May 6- Fire alarm test at Columbia River Processing May 8- Hydro testing P.O.M freezer May 12-PDX warehouse meeting May 13- POM freezer Fire Pump acceptance testing May 14- Fire suppression testing POM freezer May 19- PGE Gas Plant mainline flush May 20- PGE Gas Plant meeting May 21- PGE Gas Plant underground water line hydro test May 22- Inspection Ordnance Brewing Volunteer Participation Stats 7 volunteers have contributed a total of 17.5 hours of training and ten volunteers contributed 71 hours of response time to the community for the month of May.
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Arlington Ardent Mills crew returns to Boardman for Earth Day
Boardman Senior Breakfast June 6 7:00 to 10:30 am Boardman Senior Center
$5.00
Sausage/Ham; Eggs/Pancakes Hash Browns, Biscuits & Gravy, Coffee/Juice
Boardman Senior Center June Menu Tuesday June 9 Chili & Corn Bread Veggie Salad Lemon Bars Tuesday June 16 Tostado Salad Bar & Fixins Chips & Salsa Chocolate Cherry Bars Tuesday June 23 Spaghetti Green Beans Tossed Salad Garlic Bread Peaches Tuesday June 30 Hamburgers & Hot Dogs Macaroni Salad Chips Dessert
Meals are $4 for Seniors 55 & Above; $5 for Adults 54 & Under. All are Welcome!
Thurs. June 9 Stuffed Bell Peppers Baked Potatoes Cooked Carrots Green Salad, Rolls Fruit Thurs. June 11 Oven Fried Chicken Mashed Potatoes/Gravy Mixed Vegetables Green Goddess Salad Bread & Butter Sin Dessert Thurs. June 18 Birthday Dinner Chicken Fried Steak Potatoes & Gravy Layered Tossed Salad Rolls Cake & Ice Cream Thurs. June 25 Barbecued Spare Ribs Seasoned Potatoes Broccoli Fruit Salad Bread Pudding
Led by Engagement Team Leader Mike Connell, the Ardent Mills crew of the Arlington Mix Facility returned to Boardman in May to volunteer in their own CleanUp Day for Earth Day. The crew worked last year for the same celebration, and took on even more projects this year: cleaning up the interior and exterior of Boardman Senior Center; planting flowers at City Hall; repainting the historic Pump House; repainting the Oregon Trail Library sign; and cleaning up around the Sam Boardman Memorial in the cemetery. The crew consisted of Mike Connell, Nan Lorentz, Jason Vaughn, Gary Jette, Aaron Starr, Daniel Potter, Keifer Broadbent, Kathyrn Mecham, Teri Huff, Cassie Walsh, and Ethan Weiser . (photo right) The historic Pump House located at the SE offramp park received a muchneeded coat of paint.
BEO Bancorp among 200 top performing banks in nation American Banker magazine has ranked three Oregon and three Washington banks among the top 200 community banks in the country. The magazine, a trade publication based in New York City, named BEO Bancorp of Heppner, OR; Summit Bank of Eugene, OR; Siuslaw Financial Group of Florence, OR; Baker Boyer Bancorp of Walla Walla, WA; Cashmere Valley Bank of Cashmere, WA and First Sound Bank of Seattle, WA to the list based on average return of shareholder equity between 2012 and 2014. Banks with less than $2 billion in assets were eligible. At 13.11% average return Baker Boyer Bancorp ranked number 28; Cashmere Valley Bank came in at number47 with 11.90%; at 11.89% average return, BEO Bancorp ranked 48; at number 78 First Sound Bank had an average return
of 10.82%; with a 10.60% average return, Summit Bank ranked number 84; and with a 9.44% average return Siuslaw Financial Group ranked number 152. “We are extremely pleased with the recognition in American Banker magazine. This is the third year in a row that we find ourselves included in this list; we are in the company of some of the best ran and most admired banks in the nation.” said Jeff Bailey President and CEO of BEO Bancorp and Bank of Eastern Oregon. “This is testimony to the dedication of our employees and the tremendous support of our customer base. We are proud of our track record serving the region’s communities for over 70 years and are delighted to be the only bank in eastern Oregon that can make the claim of being in the top 200 community banks in the country,” concluded Bailey.
For further information on the Company or to access internet banking, please visit our website at http://www.beobank.com. About BEO Bancorp BEO Bancorp is the holding company for Bank of Eastern Oregon, which operates 13 branches and six loan production offices in twelve eastern Oregon counties and one eastern Washington county. Branches are located in Arlington, Ione, Heppner, Condon, Irrigon, Boardman, Burns, John Day, Prairie City, Fossil, Moro, Enterprise, and Pasco; loan production offices are located in Hermiston, Island City, Lakeview, Madras, Pendleton, and Ontario. Bank of Eastern Oregon also operates a mortgage division. Bank of Eastern Washington operates as a branch of Bank of Eastern Oregon. The bank’s website is www.beobank.com.
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Boardman adopts medical marijuana dispensaries code At a special council meeting, held April 28, 2015, Boardman City Councilors unanimously adopted an ordinance changing language in the Boardman Development Code to accomplish the governance of medical marijuana facilities within the city. Oregon Senate Bill 1531 was signed into law on March 19, 2014, giving local jurisdictions the ability to adopt regulations governing the operations of medical marijuana facilities. The city had no such
regulations, leaving no clear guidance should such a business be proposed. In response to the bill, the Councilors adopted an ordinance setting a moratorium on medical marijuana facilities until May 1, 2015. The change to the Development Code provides required language for governance of medical marijuana dispensaries and medical marijuana grow facilities in two commercial sub-districts, Tourist Commercial and Service Center.
Some of the language includes review of proposed facilities for compatibility with Minor Child Safety Areas in the Municipal Code, a requirement the facility be licensed by the Oregon Health Authority, sets the hours of operation, prohibits on-site consumption of products, and limits the size of signs for the businesses to 100 square feet per building face. All of the language changes to the Boardman Development Code can be found at the city’s website at www.cityofboardman.com .
Local students graduate from OSU CORVALLIS, Ore – Oregon State University will hold its 146th commencement on Saturday, June 13, beginning at 10:30 a.m. in Reser Stadium. OSU is one of the few large universities in the nation to hand out students’ actual diplomas during the commencement ceremony. The commencement speaker is Howard K. Koh, director of the Leading Change Studio at Harvard University’s T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Koh, who served as the nation’s 14 Assistant Secretary for Health for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, will receive an honorary doctorate.
Commencement is free and open to the public; no tickets are necessary. More information about OSU’s graduation is available online at: http://oregonstate.edu/ events/commencement/ Local students graduating this June from Oregon State include: MORROW Boardman: Alfredo AlvarezFrias, Bachelor of Science, Cum Laude, Nutrition; Jaqueline Diaz, Bachelor of Arts, Economics; Lilly M. Doherty, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Digital Communication Arts; Juana Gaytan, Bachelor of Science, Cum Laude, BioHealth Sciences; Matthew B. Hyder, Bachelor of Sci-
ence, Mechanical Engineering; Whitley A. Reece, Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Sciences. Heppner: Justin F. Gutierrez, Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Sciences; Devin B. Robinson, Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Sciences. Irrigon: Ivan A. Estrada, Bachelor of Science, Exercise and Sport Science; Christina H. Garcilazo, Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Sciences. Lexington: Brett R. Harrison, Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Business Management; Kelsi T. Putman, Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Business Management.
Morrow County High Schools ranked nationally Heppner – Morrow County School District (MCSD) is pleased to announce that Heppner High School and Irrigon High School were named award recipients of the U.S. News Best High Schools in 2015. Both schools were awarded a Bronze Medal. To earn this prestigious honor, Oregon high school students are required to earn at least 24 credits to graduate. Students also must establish college readiness by demonstrating mastery of essential skills, such as earning proficient scores in math, reading and
writing on the Oregon Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (OAKS). This data is gathered annually from the Oregon Department of Education. “Our district is proud of Heppner and Irrigon High’s accomplishments. Whenever a school is recognized as highly successful, it is great cause for celebration and a testament to our K-12 learning system. Learning is a lifelong endeavor—the work that is done prior to high school often leads to high school success. Our district is proud of all K-12 students, staff,
community members and families that make this all possible,” said Dirk Dirksen, superintendent of MCSD. For more information about the rankings, please visit: http://www.usnews.com/education/best-high-schools/oregon/ districts/morrow-school-district-1/ heppner-juniorsenior-high-school16562 http://www.usnews.com/ education/best-high-schools/ oregon/districts/morrow-schooldistrict-1/irrigon-juniorseniorhigh-school-16564
Oregon Trail Library Boardman Branch Fiction: Memory Man – David Baldacci The Bone Tree – Greg Iles The Liar – Nora Roberts The Forgotten Room – Lincoln Child The Dream Lover – Elizabeth Berg The Fair Fight – Anna Freeman Day Shift – Charlaine Harris The Fall – John T. Lescroart The Three Body Problem – Cixin Liu Double Down – Fern Michaels God Help the Child – Toni Morrison Epitaph – Mary Doria Russell The Love Object – Edna O’Brien 200 S. Main Street The Love Letters – Beverly Lewis Boardman Early Warning – Jane Smiley The Blondes – Emily Schultz Gathering Prey – John Sandford Garden of Lies – Amanda Quick The Whites – Harry Brandt 14th Deadly Sin – James Patterson Storyhours at OTLD Trauma – Michael Palmer Boardman library are on Touch – Claire North Mondays at 10:30am. Perfect Match – Fern Michaels The Enemy Inside – Steve Martini Your Next Breath – Iris Johansen Rock With Wings – Anne Hillerman Solitude Creek – Jeffrey Deaver The Beekeepers Daughter – Santa Montefiore What You Left Behind – Samantha Hayes Every Fifteen Minutes – Lisa Scottoline The Marriage Charm – Linda Lael Miller Jack of Spades – Joyce Carol Oates The Handsome Mans Deluxe Café – Alexander McCall Smith Written in My Own Hearts Blood – Diana Gabaldon The Rebellion of Miss Lucy Ann Lobdell – William Klaber Death Wears a Beauty Mask – Mary Higgins Clark Non-Fiction: Kill Chain – Andrew Cockburn Brain Maker – David Perlmutter Navy Seals – Dick Couch Shroom – Becky Selengut It’s a Long Story – Willie Nelson Isis – Michael Weiss Moody Bitches – Julie Holland The Boys in the Boat – Daniel Brown Screen Smart Parenting – Jodi Gold A Lucky Life Interrupted – Tom Brokaw When Parents Part – Penelope Leach Oregon Burial Site Guide – Dean H. Byrd The Best Place to Work – Ron Friedman The Wright Brothers – David G. McCullough The Mens Fitness Exercise Bible – Sean Hyson The History of the Book in 100 Books – Roderick Cave The Lost World of the Old Ones – David Roberts Headscarves and Hymens – Mona Eltahawy The Internet is not the Answer – Andrew Keen 200 Tips, Techniques & Recipes for Natural Beauty – S. Buck OTLD Boardman Library Irrigon Branch: Monday 10am – 8pm Tuesday 10:30 am - 1:00 pm Tuesday Closed Closed for Lunch Wednesday 10am-8pm 1:30pm -4:00pm Thursday Noon – 5pm Thursday 10:30 am - 1:00 pm Friday Noon – 5pm Closed for Lunch Saturday 10am – 2pm 1:30pm -4:00pm Sunday Closed
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Recycling in Morrow County When loading garbage for the Transfer Stations, please keep in mind we have a separate WOOD bin and a separate METAL bin. These items are not put in with regular household garbage, but are recycled. So please keep the wood and metal separated out for easy recycling. In addition Morrow County tries to keep access to all avenues of recycling available. Other recycling opportunities supported by Morrow County include: Morrow County residents are allowed to drop off televisions, computers and monitors, and all electronic waste FREE of charge Latex and oil based paints may be recycled FREE of charge to County residents; and items such as furniture, home appliances, washers, dryers, refrigerators, water heaters and mat-
tresses be disposed of FREE of charge for Morrow County residents. These services have greatly reduced the amount of garbage that is left along our roads and ditches. Finley Buttes fees pay for these services. Morrow County would like to remind you of the County Ordinance 5.010 Transportation of Solid Waste. No person shall transport or self-haul, 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. Locations and hours of operation Saturday and Sundays. 9:00 A.M. To 4:00 P.M. North Transfer Station, 69900 Frontage Ln., Boardman, and South Transfer Station, 57185 Hwy 74, Lexington. Any questions or concerns please call Sandi Putman at Morrow County Public Works 541-9899500.
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“If I were Mayor, I would....” contest winners announced
Winners of the Mayor’s Association “If I Were Mayor, I Would” contest received $10 to $50 in prizes, which were presented by Boardman Mayor Sandy Toms (photo, right). The City of Boardman is proud to announce the winners of the 2015 “If I Were Mayor, I Would” Contest! Poster Contest Winners 4th-5th Grade: · 1st Place - $25 Winner - Suzie Newton · 2nd Place - $10 Winner - Allison Newton Essay Contest Winners 6th-8th Grade: · 1st Place - $50 Winner - Jocelyn Rodriguez · 2nd Place - $10 Winner - Elizabeth Bernal This year no entries were received in the digital media presentation category for 9th through 12th grade. Entries were judged by the following criteria: Creativity – Does the student demonstrate curiosity and originality? Clarity/Sincerity of Thought – Is the submission well thought out
and organized? Proper Use of Grammar – Does the submission contain proper spelling, grammar and punctuation? Subject Relevancy – Are the major points relevant to the role of a government leader? Does the student demonstrate an understanding of municipal government and the job of mayor? The contest is sponsored annually by the Oregon Mayor’s Association, and participating cities from around the State of Oregon. First place winners from the individual cities will be entered into the statewide completion for a chance to win an iPad. Ipad winners will be invited to attend the Oregon Mayor’s Association’s Annual Conference to be presented their prize. Mayor Toms congratulated the winners on behalf of the city, and each was presented with the prize and a certificate.
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alling all Vendors Saturday, July 11th marks Hermiston’s 10th an nual downtown Funfest event with loads of fun for the whole family. Last year we saw over 4000 people at this one day event. If you would like to join us as a vendor at this year’s Festival this is your opportunity to promote your business, art work, crafts, commercial products, fundraisers or if you want to just join in the fun with games, then this event is for you! There are spaces available on Main Street. Contact the Hermiston Chamber of Commerce for more information at 541-567-6151 or visit our website for Funfest vendor applications at www.hermistonchamber.com, also visit us on Facebook for up to date information. Send your COMMUNITY FOCUS AND LETTERS TO THE EDITOR to: North Morrow Times, P.O. Box 907 Boardman, OR 97818, or email us at LPRAG @centurytel.net
Letters to the Editor To the Editor The Port Of Morrow is well positioned to help attract jobs to the region and support local industry. Our location, infrastructure, and advanced communications, all make us an attractive option for shipping in and out of the Columbia. But growing economic activity at the Port requires a market at the other end of the line for us to ship products to. That is why we are closely watching the votes in Congress for Trade Promotion Authority, TPA as it is called, authorizes the negotiation of trade agreements with nations in Asia and elsewhere that will be key trade partners in the 21st Century. That is why we are glad to see Senator Ron Wyden supporting this critical piece of creating a strong trade policy. Running a successful port includes many critical factors, but having access to markets for our goods is a lynchpin for economic success in Morrow County. We encourage our leaders to quickly approve Trade Promotion Authority. Port of Morrow Manager Gary Neal & the Port of Morrow Commission Sincerely, Gary Neal
ESD Announces 2015 Crystal Apple Award Winners PENDLETON – The InterMountain Education Service District is proud to announce the winners of the 2015 Crystal Apple “Excellence in Education” Awards. The IMESD honored 53 education staff members from 18 school districts and the IMESD. Two award ceremonies were planned: May 11 to honor educators from Union County school districts and May 20 to honor educators from Umatilla-Morrow County school districts. Each year, the IMESD, along with local school districts, recognizes teachers and other education staff for their dedication and commitment to students, as well as for their willingness to go above and beyond their regular duties in schools. Nominations are submitted over a two-month period by administrators, coworkers, parents, students and community members. Winners are selected from these nominations by school district administration. “The Crystal Apple Awards are a way for the IMESD and the school dis-
tricts we serve to show their appreciation for staff who are providing superior learning environments,” said Michele Madril, IMESD Communications Specialist. “We are proud to recognize these outstanding individuals who are making a difference every day for students.” The 2015 events mark the 16th Annual Crystal Apple “Excellence in Education” Awards for Umatilla and Morrow counties. The title sponsor for the 2015 Crystal Apple Awards is First Investors. The Crystal Apple Awards are also sponsored by the IMESD, Bank of Eastern Oregon, KUMA radio, Mid Columbia Bus Company, Rotary Club of Pendleton and St. Anthony Hospital. Morrow County recipients are: Claude Birt, Riverside Jr./Sr. High Art Teacher; Rhonda Boor, Title 1 Teacher at Windy River Elementary and Nancy McElthany, Library Teach at Sam Boardman/Windy River Schools. Congratulations to all!
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Congratulations to the Senior Class of 2015 From your friends at the First Baptist Church of Boardman
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Send your CLASSIFIED ADS to North Morrow Times, P.O. Box 907 Boardman, OR 97818, or email us at lprag@centurytel.net 5 Lines $7.50 $0.20/word thereafter Morrow County School District is accepting applications for the following coaching positions for the 2015/16 school year. Riverside Jr/Sr High: HS Assistant Volleyball, JH Head Volleyball, HS Assistant Football (2 positions), HS Head Wrestling, HS Assistant Wrestling, JH Head Wrestling, HS Head Track, HS Assistant Track, HS Assistant Baseball. Irrigon Jr/Sr High: HS Assistant Cheerleading, HS Head Soccer, HS Assistant Football (2 Positions), JH Head Football. Applicants must apply through Recruit & Hire. Visit the district website at www.morrow.k12.or.us for a link to Recruit & Hire under the Job Openings tab.
SENIOR SERVICES CHERYL TALLMAN’S FOOT CLINIC is held on the 1st Monday of every month, unless a holiday, then it moves to the next Monday, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm at the Senior Center, 100 Tatone St., next to City Hall. No appointment necessary. Sponsored by Morrow Co. Health District Home Health. $20 charge.
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FREE Monday, June 22 nd & Tuesday, June 23rd Time: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Place: Good Shepherd Medical Center Conference Room 1 610 NW 11th St. Hermiston, OR 97838 You are invited to an interactive two day training on: *What it means to be a Community Health Worker (CHW) *Confidentiality and ethical responsibilities for CHW. *Developing skills to work through cultural barriers & differences Registration Call: 541-667-3509 or email healthinfo@gshealth.org
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CLASSIFIEDS HELP WANTED NOW HIRING: Express Employment is now hiring for various positions in Umatilla, Morrow & Gilliam Counties. Apply online at www.expresspros.com or in person at 120 E. Hurlburt, Hermiston. Production Labor Administrative Assistant Warehouse Delivery Farm Mechanic Receptionist Lube Technician Parking Lot Sweeper Counter Sales General Labor P/T Office Assistant Call our office today for more information! 541-567-1123
THANK YOU THANK YOU to Ardent Mills for washing our windows, pulling all the weeds, weedeating, cleaning the carpets and power washing the exterior of our building. We appreciate your volunteerism! Boardman Senior Center
Discover China Orientation meeting on June 18th at 3pm Have you ever wanted to visit the Great Wall of China, tour the Bund in Shanghai or take a boat ride on the West Lake? The Chambers are offering an all-inclusive five star 10 day trip for $2399 per person that includes Roundtrip from Seattle, accommodations in four and five star hotels, three meals a day, all in country transportation, gratuities, taxes, fees, deluxe bus tours, professional English speaking tour guides and seven of China’s ten wonders of the world. The ten day tour dates are October 19, 2015 thru October 28th. Both the Hermiston Chamber of Commerce and Umatilla Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the orientation meeting. Debbie will share a power point presentation of the trip she took in October of 2014 and answer any questions about the upcoming trip. Discover China Orientation Meeting When: Thursday, June 18th WHERE: Hermiston Conference Center located at 415 S Hwy 395, Hermiston, Oregon 97838 TIME: 3pm 541-567-6151 www.hermistonchamber.com or debbie@hermistonchamber.com
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Life 93 years ago along the Columbia River in Morrow Co. It’s Oregon’s 150th Birthday! Here is a sample of local history from 1922. Housing, School, Community, Agricultural Production and Economic Development – Sound Familiar? What was life like along the Columbia River 93 years ago? Take a few minutes to check out Boardman activities in 1922 Excerpts from “Faces in the Rear View Mirror: Notes of Boardman Historical and Genealogical Value” Extracted from Newspapers of 1922, Morrow Co. Oregon Reprinted with permission of heirs of Audrey Ellen Wilson, who published this collection of 1922 articles in her 1993 book, Faces in the Rear View Mirror.- Portraits of Courage, Strength & Endurance. Enjoy! May 5, 1922 Mr. W.H. Mefford is busy making cement blocks for his new eight-room house. Boardman teachers have accepted positions elsewhere, although they were re-elected. The Boardman Cheese Factory Board elected O.W. King, President, A.P. Ayers, Vice President and S.H. Boardman, Secretary “Seed Potato Improvement”, a Valuable Potato Growing Bulletin is available from C.A. Calkins, the County Agent’s office. The circular deals with selecting seed potatoes; treating them before planting, cutting the seed, etc., 600 Baby Chicks Received by Parcel Post. Our local postmistress
reports that to date there have been over 600 baby chicks received at the Boardman Post Office. We suggest that Uncle Sam invest in some brooders. An airplane from Stanfield flew over our peaceful farms and school was dismissed Thursday to permit the pupils to go down to view the aeroplane in town for the day. Grace Partlow, daughter of A. Partlow, fell off the roof of her house this week and had the back luck to break her arm. The Boardman Hay Grower’s Association. Ira Berger, Director of the Boardman District of the Oregon Hay Grower’s Association, made his report at the School House Monday afternoon, to a large attendance of members. His report dwelled upon the urgent need of rearrangement of the present unfair plan of apportioning directors. One district has only one member, while Boardman has forty-four members and only one Director. A lengthy discussion ensured in which nearly all members took part and much criticism of the management was discussed. Only $3.00 per ton has been paid so far this season, and that very recently. Mr. Berger refused a reelection, and W.A. Cobb was named to survive him as a director. Everyone hopes to see the Association work, but there is doubt. Boardman will host the annual meeting of the Presbyterian Society for 1923 some time next April. At the meeting of the Presbyterian Society in Milton, this past April
14-15, Mrs. Sam H. Boardman, of our local church, was appointed secretary of literature for this district. A Water Wheel Experiment is being done on the West End of Boardman. Dick Kelly, for many years water service man for the Oregon Washington RR, is working on this. It is a type of water wheel that uses the power of the current to lift water for irrigation. The community is watching this with much hope. Glen and Delbert Carpenter this week purchased from the Boardman Garage the Walt Cahoon Brisco and the Burt Schane Brisco. They hope of getting one first class car out of the two. May 12, 1922 Mrs. Johnson, the county nurse was in Boardman last week. If the Tubercular Association works in conjunction with the Red Cross Nursing Association, she will be with us again in the fall. The report, left by the county nurse shows that 87 children were examined. Six had defective eyes, 38 bad tonsils, and 11 gland problems. Fifteen cases were corrected and more will be. The personal hygiene of the pupils has been greatly improved by the Modern Health Crusade. The Boardman Cheese Association plans a building on the Highway. The directors met Tuesday night on the progress of the business, which is on the upgrade. A plan being formed includes a neat building on the Columbia River
Highway in Boardman, which will be used for increased factory facilities, and also a department for the serving of dairy lunches as a means of advertising their product. John Jenkins is very ill with ptomaine poisoning. May 19, 1922 A new Depot will be built at Boardman soon. The Boardman Commercial Club has received correspondence from the Portland offices of the Oregon Washington Rail Road and Navigation Company confirming that construction of the Depot will commence as soon as materials can be assembled. This is a cause for rejoicing and ends a long campaign effort for service. PROGRAM OF COMMENCEMENT WEEK – Baccalaureate Sermon, Sunday, 21st of May 1922; Senior Class Night, Wednesday, 24 th of May, Commencement, Thursday, 25 th of May. Edna Broyles, Wilma and Leroy Gilbreth will graduate from Boardman Public High School. 26 May 1922 When to cut alfalfa? The Oregon Co-Operative Hay Growers share results from a series of experiments by the Colorado Experiment Station to determine the best time to cut alfalfa hay. The protein content is high when alfalfa is 10% in bloom, but the real feeding value is highest when alfalfa is 25% in bloom. When it becomes riper than this it seriously deteriorates. Many farmers are cutting their first alfalfa before it is this far advanced, in order
to prevent the cheat grass from becoming over-ripe. The Boardman PTA finally comes to life after months of comparative inactivity. They have been aroused to action over a tentative suggestion of the school board that it might be a good time to curtain the work in the manual training and domestic science departments. Since both teachers resigned, one or the other of the positions might be eliminated, or both put on a part time basis. The consensus of the meeting called by the PTA was unanimous for the continuation of the work. As one lady put it, “We might as well shut up the school as to take out the vocational work!” Lumber on Ground for New Depot Here. A carload of lumber and cement has been sidetracked at Boardman to be used in constructing the foundation of the new depot. A pumping plant is to be installed to draw water 500 feet from the river for the cement work. First Commencement Umatilla High School. Last Friday marked the close of Umatilla school, when the first graduates of the high school were given diplomas. The present district was organized in 1889. The high school was established two years ago. The two young ladies who finished the course, Ruby Powell and Lotys Daves are the first and only alumnae of Umatilla High School. Mrs. F.F. Klitz reports she picked a dishpan of wonderful strawberries out of her patch on
Morrow County students advance to County Spelling Contest Heppner – Thirteen students from Morrow County recently won the spelling contests at their individual schools and have advanced to compete at the county-level contest on May 11 in Pendleton. According to Theresa ProctorReece, ELL Teacher/Coordinator at Windy River Elementary and Riverside High School, the Morrow County School District has been participating in the spelling con-
test for at least 30 years. The InterMountain ESD sponsors the annual spelling contest. At the school level, each Talented and Gifted (TAG) Coordinator presents a test sent to them from the IMESD. There are three divisions: Division 1 (1st-5th grades), Division 2 (6th-8th grades), and Division 3 (9th-12th grades). At the county contest May 11, the first place winner from each di-
vision will be invited to compete at the state competition, which occurs on the Saturday of Labor Day weekend in Salem at the Oregon State Fair. “I do believe contests like this are important for our students. They allow them to showcase something they are good at. The contest also shows who really understands morphographs or prefixes, roots, and suffixes because
most of the words are not phonetically spelled,” said Proctor-Reece. Here are the Morrow County winners: A.C. Houghton Elementary Division 1: Kourtney Krogh Heppner Elementary Division 1: Connor Brosnan Division 2: Serenity Rodriguez Irrigon Elementary Division 1: Torie Player Division 2: Abigail Prosser
Sam Boardman Elementary Division 1: Dairys Pena Windy River Elementary Division 1: Kevin Navarro Division 2: Mary Hammond Irrigon Jr-Sr High School Division 2: Lilee Roggow Division 3: Ian Meakins Riverside Jr-Sr High School Division 2: Brandon Harris Division 3: Ryan Ibarra Heppner High School Division 3: Patrick Collins