Keeping over 280 kids entertained, busy and happy for five weeks is quite an accomplishment! Boardman Park & Recreation has become masters at that! They had two distinct programs for their free Summer Recreation this year.
Fantastic Kidz was tailored to the ages 5 through 12 kids. Each week had a theme: Butterflies & Dinosaurs, Gardening & Environmental Science, Space & Star Constellations, Water Safety, Sports & Olympics. Within each theme, the
staff planned numerous fun activities, such as scavenger hunts, an obstacle course, watching stages of Monarch butterflies up to hatching, making a solar oven from pizza boxes and cooking S’mores and others.
The Teen Summer Program
comprised of two sessions each with 3 weeks. The teens could choose different camps to attend each session. First session had Cooking Class, Adventure, and Wilderness Survival. Second session had Cooking, Wilderness Survival
Photo below: The wrap up for the Teen Summer Recreation was a free trip to Silverwood Theme Park, which included free busing, entrance fees and food. Each teen earned the privilege of this trip by attending the Teen Summer Program and participating in a Community Clean up Day. All photos contributed.
plus Sports, and Model Rocket & Robotics. The teens concentrated Monday through Wednesday with activities on their theme, then Thursdays were saved for field trips, such as paintball, laser tag, glow-inthe-dark mini golf, and others.
It wasn’t all play -- the teens were required to participate in a community service/cleanu p day to qualify for a free trip to Silverwood Theme Park i n Idaho. Sixty-six teens signed up for this summer program.
Cooking Class was very popular with the teens!
Photo above L-R: Watch the Monarchs from caterpillar to butterfly release was eye opening for the Funtastic Kidz. Of course the water slide day was a favorite for the younger set, but they learned water safety, too.
Glow in the Dark Miniature Golf was a fun teen activity!
West Nile virus detected in mosquitoes in Morrow County
Irrigon, Ore.—West Nile virus, which is spread by mosquitoes, has been detected in mosquitoes at a testing site in Morrow County, Ore., according to Oregon Public Health officials.
The mosquitoes, collected on 8-19-24 approximately 3 miles west of Irrigon on the Umatilla National Wildlife Refuge McCormick Slough, are the second to test positive for the disease in Morrow County in 2024. The previous detection was on 7-24-24.
Health officials are advising people in Morrow County to take precautions against mosquitoes to avoid the risk of infection, including preventing mosquito bites. People who are infected may develop a fever with other symptoms such as headache, body aches, joint pains, vomiting, diarrhea, or rash. The incubation period is usually two to 14 days. Rarely, infected individuals may develop neuro-invasive disease (infection of the brain or spinal cord) that can be severe or may cause death. This is especially of concern to people 50 and older, people with immune-compromising conditions, and people with diabetes or high blood pressure. Please contact your health care provider if you
experience any of these symptoms and get tested for West Nile virus. Testing is available in most private laboratories.
Communities and individuals living in or spending significant time outdoors, particularly near irrigated land, waterways, standing water, and used tires—including those working in agriculture, such as migrant and seasonal farm workers— may be at increased risk of mosquito bites and related diseases.
The virus also affects wildlife and domesticated and farm animals. Horses are a risk of developing West Nile Virus. Consult your veterinarian about vaccinating your horses against WNv. The number of mosquito pools—samples of 10-50 mosquitoes—that test positive in any area may indicate the risk of human exposure and infection, said Greg Barron, Manager of North Morrow Vector Control District. He recommends people and animals be protected against mosquito bites.
“Although mosquitoes are an inevitable part of summer, mosquito bites don’t have to be— they are preventable,” said Emilio DeBess, public health veterinarian. “You can take simple steps to protect yourself
and reduce the risk of contracting West Nile disease.”
Dr. DeBess offers these tips for protecting yourself against mosquitoes:
·Eliminate sources of standing water that are a breeding ground for mosquitoes, including watering troughs, bird baths, ornamental ponds, buckets, wading and swimming pools not in use, and old tires.
·When engaged in outdoor activities at dusk and dawn when mosquitoes are most active, protect yourself by using mosquito repellants containing DEET, oil of lemon eucalyptus or Picardin, and follow the directions on the container.
·Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants in mosquito-infested areas.
·Make sure screen doors and windows are in good repair and fit tightly.
Additional information about West Nile virus: Oregon Health Authority website: http:// public.health.oregon.gov/ DiseasesConditions/ DiseasesAZ/WestNileVirus/ Pages/survey.aspx
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/ dvbid/westnile/ index.htm
Morrow County Veterans Services invites everyone to join us in remembering those who served to guarantee our country’s safety on Patriot Day 9/11 and POW/MIA Recognition Day 9/20
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15 Summers Later: A Novel - RaeAnne Thayne
A Botanist’s Guide to Flowers and Fatality - Kate Khavari
A Good Kill - John McMahon
An Art Lover’s Guide to Paris and Murder - Dianne Freeman
Bloody Newton: The Town from Hell - Johnny D. Boggs
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The Still Point - T. Greenwood
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Hello, Friends!: Stories of Dating, Destiny, & Day Jobs - Dulcé Sloan
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Morrow County announces agreements and signs new Ambulance Service Plans
Morrow County is pleased to announce that all three ambulance provider agreements under the new Ambulance Service Plan have been finalized. Contracts with Morrow County Health District were signed on August 23, 2024, to provide ambulance services for the Southern area starting September 6, and for the North East (Irrigon) area starting September 20. The Northern Area (Boardman) was previously awarded to Boardman Fire Rescue District who has operated as full-time provider over that area since July 17, 2024. Each of the three agreements have a 5-year term.
Getting to this point has been a long process. As the final agreements were approved, Board of Commissioner Chair David Sykes commented, “I’d like to thank everyone that have been involved, the Health District too. We got this done and it is done now. I’d like to see us all move on to establish the good working relations that are needed in Morrow County as we all pull together.” The change in the Ambulance Service Plan and the new ambulance provider agreements positions Morrow County to effectively respond, now and into the
future, to the emergency response needs of its residents, businesses, and visitors. The County acknowledges the experience of Morrow County Health District in providing ambulance and looks forward to a successful partnership going forward. The County also appreciates Boardman Fire Res-
cue District for providing interim services across the county while the Ambulance Service Plan was finalized and the provider selection process resolved.
For more information, please direct inquiries to Matthew Jensen, County Administrator, (541) 676-2529
(L-R) Morrow County Administrator Matthew Jensen and Commissioner Chair David Sykes sign the documents that formalize the final ambulance service providers agreement. (8/23/2024) Photo provided.
Hall of Fame announces 2024 banquet tickets ON SALE NOW
PENDLETON, Ore. – The Pendleton Round-Up & Happy Canyon Hall of Fame Board of Directors will honor the 2024 Hall of Fame inductees at the annual Hall of Fame Inductee Banquet on Sunday, September 8.
The Class of 2024 includes Pat Nogle (Contestant Category), Bobby Christensen Jr. (Contract Personnel Category), Jesse Jones Sr. (Early Years Category), Scott & Bonnie Sager (Happy Canyon Volunteers category), and Ron and Linné Dodge (Special Board Inductee).
The 2024 Inductee Banquet will be held at the Pendleton Convention Center. Cocktail hour begins at 5:30 p.m., with dinner beginning at 6:00 p.m., and a program to follow. Tickets to the banquet include dinnera and drinks. In addition, there will be a silent auction with proceeds going to support the Hall of Fame.
Tickets are $45 in advance and $50 at the door. You can purchase tickets at the Pendleton Round-Up ticket office, online at https://rounduphalloffame.org, or by calling 541-276-2553 (option 1tickets). Tickets are limited, so advanced purchase is recommended.
In addition to the banquet, the inductees will be honored in the world famous Pendleton Round-Up Arena on September 11 during the Wednesday rodeo performance. The inductees are also currently being featured with their own exhibits at the Hall of Fame Museum.
For more information about each of the 2024 inductees, please visit the Hall of Fame’s website, https://rounduphalloffame.org/inductees/.
The Pendleton Round-Up & Happy Canyon Hall of Fame is located at 1114 SW Court Avenue, adjacent to the world famous Pendleton Round-Up Grounds. The Hall of Fame Museum operates March-November of each year and entry is free.
Visit www.rounduphalloffame.org for more information, and follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ ruphalloffame.
BMCC News...
Fall Term at Blue Mountain Community College begins September 23 but there is still time to get registered for the procrastinators out there. Stop by or call the BMCC Workforce Training Center (541-481-2099) for assistance.
The Data Center Technician program is no longer limited entry and seats are available. The program runs Fall, Winter and Spring Term and successful completion of the product provides a gateway to working as a operator in many data centers. Also, some very good scholarship funds are targeted for students in this program and the application is open through October 9. Call the Workforce Training Center for information.
Real Estate Broker Pre-License and Property Manager Pre License courses are avail-
able Fall Term through BMCC and Superior Training Systems. Real Estate Broker class meets Thursday evenings from 6-9 pm on Zoom starting September 19. Property Manager classes are on Tuesday from 69 starting October 1. There is a significant amount of work required between classes to meet the hour requirements of the State of Oregon. Give the Workforce Training Center a call for more information.
D2000 Safety will present a Confined Space Train the Trainer course at the BMCC Workforce Training Center September 17 and 18. Fall Protection, Competent Person is set for Oceboer 22 and 23 and Forklift Train The Trainer is scheduled for November 5. Registration is done directly with D2000 Safety but call for a registration form.
Morrow County announces
switch in cellphone carriers and update to County phone numbers
Heppner, OR – August 29, 2024 – Morrow County is announcing a recent change in cell phone carriers for its various departments. This change, effective immediately, has resulted in updates to several County cell phone numbers.
To ensure seamless communication with all County departments, the public is advised to visit the official Morrow County website and navigate to each department’s webpage to find the most current and accurate contact information.
What You Need to Know:
Carrier Change : Morrow County has transitioned to a new cell phone service provider.
Phone Number Updates : Due to this change, several
Senior Spotlight Wanda Carr
July 21, 1981 saw Wanda Carr and children move to Boardman. Coming from Portland and being raised in the Seattle area Boardman was a true culture shock but she loved the community from first coming and still does. She has been
tween her and her husband they have 21 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Being a grandmother is one of her most favorite adventures.
Besides having family here she has a number of animals she “mothers”. She has 1 cat, 4 dogs, sheep, goats, chickens and a pork belly pig, Sophie. Taking care of the animals is a great time for her. She’s pleased when her grandchildren help her take care of them.
excited to see the changes that have occurred in the town. Wanda has four of her own children: Heather, Andrea, Levi and Arielle. The two older live here in the Boardman area and one lives in California and the other in the Irrigon area. Be-
For years Wanda has been a volunteer for the Senior Center. She is currently on the Board of Directors of the organization. Covid-19 caused some problems for the place but it is now on the road to recovery. Slow, but sure. The weekly meals are delicious and varied. Anyone, senior or younger can come enjoy the meals.
She attends many of the city’s meetings whether it be the Council meetings or committee meetings. She likes to keep abreast of what is happening in the city. Many times she volunteers input at the meetings.
Beginning when it was Gour-
met Foods and now is LambWeston she worked 38 years at the potato plant. She was a fast learner and liked to learn new things so she worked in a variety of slots. When she retired in 2020 she received a very nice Pendleton blanket, designed with a southwest theme with colors of teal, yellow, and orange—a southwest sunset. It is one of her most prized possessions.
Over the 43 years in Boardman she has seen many changes. She’s seen different growth spurts of housing and agricultural plants and is now seeing a growth spurt of more housing and “data plants”. Her wish for Boardman would be some more retail stores. She’d like to see a feed store, general merchandise stores, and a clothing store with a large array of clothing for all of the family. She would also like to see a family sit-down restaurant that would serve “a great steak”. She is excited about the future of Boardman. She encourages all people get involved in the city and help it continue to be a great place to live and work.
Stop by the Senior Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays for the noon meal. Tell her thank you for all her volunteering.
County cell phone numbers have been updated.
· Find Updated Numbers: Please visit the official Morrow County website at www.co.morrow.or.us and click on the specific department to find the updated contact numbers.
Morrow County remains committed to providing exceptional service to its residents. We apologize for any inconvenience this transition may cause and appreciate your understanding as we work to enhance our communication infrastructure.
For more information or if you experience difficulty reaching a department, please contact the Morrow County Administration Office at 541-676-5613 or email vballard@co.morrow.or.us.
Wanda Carr
Boardman Senior Center holds 16th
annual Quilt Show October 11 & 12
Boardman’s 16th annual quilt show will be held October 11 & 12th from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm. The Boardman Senior Center located at 100 Tatone Street in Boardman Oregon will host this year’s show. Cost of admission is $5.00, under 12 is free.
Long time Boardman Quilt Club member Myrtle Thompson is the featured quilter this year.
A raffle drawing for quilts and other prizes will be held October 12 at approximately 3:30 pm. Tickets may be purchased at the Harvest Festival on October 5th at the Sage Center and also at the quilt show. Tickets are $1.00 each, or $5.00 for ten (10) tickets. Winner need not be present.
Any one may enter a quilt in the show regardless of age. To enter, please contact Lila Killingbeck for registration forms at 541-571-2576 before October 1st. Quilts may be heritage family quilts or made by the exhibitor. There will be prizes for People’s Choice and
Bank of Eastern Oregon contributes to Oregon Cattlemen’s Wildfire Fund
Heppner, Oregon, (August 28, 2024) Bank of Eastern Oregon, recently presented a $10,000 check to the Oregon Cattlemen’s Association Wildfire Fund. Matt McElligott, OCA board of director’s president, accepted the check from Jeff Bailey, president and CEO of Bank of Eastern Oregon. McElligot, a Baker County rancher, told Capital Press “we’ll feel the effects of this fire season for a long time. The economic losses to the state and the beef cattle industry are probably the largest ever for a single fire season.” The OCA has been working with state lawmakers and Oregon’s congressional delegation to lobby for all available state and federal programs that
can help cattle ranchers, as well as creating a wildfire fund for other donations.
“Our bank was started in 1945 by a group of farmers and ranchers who wanted local decision making, and a Bank that supported agriculture and the communities that depend on agriculture. We have stayed true to our roots. Bank of Eastern Oregon takes its responsibility to support rural communities-of which agriculture is a large part, very seriously. It’s not just a line of business; it is our business,” Bailey said.
For further information on the Company or to access internet banking, please visit our website at https:// www.beobank.com.
Youth Quilts. A potato bar luncheon and various desserts will be available for purchase the day of the quilt show.
The Boardman Quilt Club meets each week on Monday at 9:00 am at the Boardman Community Church, located at 300 2nd Street NW in Boardman. If you or someone you know loves to quilt or you just want to learn how, attend a meeting and join the club.
Myrtle Thompson the featured quilter of the year made this colorful camper and cabin quilt, complete with Beary’s Pie Shoppe.
Taylor Pumpkin Patch offers something for everyone
Three years ago the Taylor family of Boardman started The Taylor Pumpkin Patch. Joe, began growing pumpkins to sell for fall, and had tic tac toe game, a pumpkin cannon and straw pyramid for everyone to enjoy.
The second year after moving back home from college, daughter Emily took on most all of the responsibilities with some help from her dad, Joe. “When I took over I wanted to have the pumpkin patch so the community had somewhere fun to go in October to get their pumpkins, said Emily.” “And also they didn’t have to spend $100 for a family outing. I saw the joy the pumpkin patch brought to people and wanted to continue making it fun family event.” Emily added.
This quickly turned into a lot of fun for the whole community. Joe Taylor said “we have tried to make it bigger each year. This year there will be some fun new attractions.”
As always the pumpkin patch offers many varieties of gourds, pumpkins and mini pumpkins for sale, not just for Halloween but for fall decorations too.
The pumpkins are $.49 per pound, Mini Pumpkins and gourds are $1.00 each.
This year at the pumpkin patch there will be a 150 ft Zip line-$5.00 for 5 rides.
Apple slingshots-$5.00 per bag of apples.
Fire pit rentals-$50/3 hours, wood provided.
Hayrides- Fri, Sat, Sun
A Pumpkin cannon
A Big bale pyramid
A Small bale pyramid Sunflowers
A Corn Maze Corn pits
A Kids maze and Tetherball
The opening week day will be October 9th. Wednesday and Thursday they will be open from 3:30 pm to Dusk
The opening weekend is October 11th from 10am to 6 pm. With a Wine night October 19th from 6-9 pm. Bros, Brats, and Brews night will be October 26th from 6-9 pm. And the haunted house will be open October 25th and 26th from 6-9 pm.
All of the attractions except the Haunted House will be available during the hours they are open.
The Pumpkin Patch is located at 79115 Root Lane, Boardman. It is in a different field this year, it’ll be before the shop but on the same road as the last years!
After opening day the Hours will be Friday through Sunday from 10 am until 6 pm.
There will be a entry fee of $5.00 per person, three years and younger are free.
The Taylor Pumpkin Patch has a wide variety of Pumpkins for carving and also mini pumpkins and gourds for decoration during the fall months. Plus a lot of fun activities for the whole family to enjoy during while visiting the pumpkin patch.
2024 Funshine Open Golf Tournament fundraiser
Community Women’s Club of Irrigon and Boardman is a small, 501(c)3 tax-exempt service organization that awards scholarships to Irrigon and Riverside graduating seniors, donates funds for school supplies for needy children at local elementary schools, assists families experiencing hardships, and sponsors Christmas food baskets and gifts for Irrigon and Boardman families.
We will be hosting our 7th Funshine Open Golf Tournament to raise funds to support the above projects. It will be Saturday, September 21, 2024, at Marker 40 Golf Club in Boardman. Enthusiastic golf foursomes from the Hermiston, Irrigon, Boardman and other surrounding areas will participate.
To make this day successful and profitable, we are asking for your support this year. Items donated in the past have been door prize gifts, free services, dinners, baskets of products, and items advertising
your business. Cash donations and sponsorships are also accepted. In appreciation of your generosity, your business will receive recognition throughout the day. At day’s end, each participant will receive a list of donors and is encouraged to support our generous benefactors.
We would greatly appreciate you contacting us no later than August 23, regarding your donation. You may contact us by phone, mail or email. If you would like one of us to pick up your donation, we will be happy to make those arrangements. Please contact one of the following members: Mel Tovey, President 541-922-8711. Or Charlene Cooley, Treasurer 541-571-8541 commwomen534@gmail.com
Without your support, our organization will not be able to continue granting scholarships to deserving graduates and providing services to the needy in our communities. We look forward to hearing from you and sincerely appreciate your continued generosity. Thank You
Umatilla Electric celebrates
National Cooperative Month
In the early 1930s, as electricity became a vital resource for modern living, rural communities across the United States found themselves left in the dark, both literally and figuratively. Farmers and ranchers in Umatilla County were no exception. October, celebrated as National Cooperative Month, is a reminder of how these communities took matters into their own hands.
Determined to bring light and power to their homes and businesses, a group of visionary locals banded together, forming the Umatilla Electric Cooperative in 1937. This cooperative spirit not only electrified the region but also transformed the lives of countless families, paving the way for progress and prosperity in rural Oregon.
“From humble beginnings, UEC and the communities it serves have grown into one of the
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country’s rural success stories,” says Steve Meyers, UEC former Public Relations Supervisor and author of When the Highline Comes, a history of Umatilla Electric.
Every October, cooperatives nationwide celebrate National Cooperative Month, an annual event that serves as an opportunity to highlight the cooperative difference and remind member-owners of Umatilla Electric Cooperative, of the cooperative’s commitment and purpose.
Umatilla Electric invites you to join us at one of three member appreciation events across our service territory in October. The fun kicks off in our East District at the Tollgate Crossing Store on Oct. 10 in Weston, then to Hermiston on Oct. 17 at Butte Park, and the fun wraps up at the Boardman Marina Park on Oct. 23.
September Riverside Athletics
FRIDAY, SEP 06, 2024 Soccer: Boys Varsity, 4:00pm Pendleton HS
Soccer: Boys JV 4:00pm Pendleton Sunridge Middle School
Soccer: Boys Varsity Non-League 12:00pm La Grande High
Volleyball: Varsity League 2:00pm Nyssa
Volleyball: JV League 2:00pm Nyssa
Soccer: Girls Varsity League 4:00pm Echo
District Bond Committee reviews Irrigon Jr/Sr High School
(Irrigon) – Morrow County School District has developed a Community Bond Advisory Committee (CBAC) comprised of community members to develop recommendations for district bond projects. The CBAC has met monthly since February 2024 to review district facility needs. Part of their work has focused on Irrigon Jr/Sr High School (IJSHS).
During the summer of 2023, IJSHS was slated to receive some upgrades to its HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air/Conditioning) system. When the work began, some of the original ceiling and drywall areas that had been covered since the school was built in 1978 were exposed. Structural deficiencies in the roof-to-wall connection were discovered and brought to the attention of district administration.
According to Brandi Sweeney, Maintenance Coordinator for MCSD, the deficiencies were covered by the ceiling tiles from the drop ceiling and there would not have been a way to see the structural deficiencies in the years since the school was built. “Because of the finished drywall, as in any building that is completed, the deficiencies were not visible. The district had never been aware of potential structural issues in this school building,”
Sweeney said. Immediately, district staff worked with two structural engineers from Vector Structures, LLC and Pillar Consulting Group, Inc., and a local contractor from Rock Enterprises, Inc. Their task was to design and install temporary shoring in the building to make it safe for staff and students. The first phase of the shoring was done during Winter Break in December 2023 and the second phase was completed during Spring Break in March 2024. “We are so appreciative of the dedication of the contractor and his crew. Their willingness to work long hours and weekends to complete the necessary work was
vital to making the building safe for staff and students without disruption to their education,” said Matt Combe, MCSD Superintendent. Morrow County School District has spent about $372,000 on the temporary shoring. Combe said, “We want to ensure the community that the building is safe, but this is a shortterm solution.” Moving forward, the district will have the building inspected once a year by a professional structural engineer until a long-term plan is established.
The CBAC is currently considering next steps for IJSHS as part of their committee discussions.
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Boardman Senior Center invites everyone to enjoy their wonderful lunches Tuesdays and Thursdays. Seniors pay $5, and those under age 55 pay $6.
Do you have new ideas for activities at the Senior Center? You’re invited to attend Boardman Senior Citizens’ Board meeting on September 23, 4:30 pm at the Senior Center.
Friday August 30 is the final Friday closure of BMCC’s summer hours. We will return to regular hours, Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm starting September 3. September closures include Monday, September 2 for Labor Day, Friday September 13 for Pendleton Roundup and Tuesday, September 17 for Staff Preservice.
Morrow County receives two grants for feasibility studies on nitrates issue in well water
Business Oregon has announced the award of two grants to Morrow County to assist with the domestic well water nitrate issue. The grants, totaling $40,000, are part of the Water and Wastewater Financing Program (WWFP) for technical assistance. The grants will facilitate preliminary engineering feasibility for water and wastewater service for the West Glen neighborhood and immediate surrounding area.
Morrow County Board of Commissioners Chair David Sykes said, “These funds will help kick start the preliminary engineering for one neighborhood in Morrow County that faces water quality challenges.
While all domestic wells outside city limits are being studied as part of another research project funded by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), these funds will allow us to move ahead of that schedule and focus on the West Glen neighborhood. That neighborhood was selected due to its proximity to City of Boardman, the high concentration of high nitrate wells and the location within the Boardman Urban Growth Boundary.”
Morrow County will soon be engaging with a community involvement group to meet with the neighborhood and help de-
sign the scope of the study and to gather landowners’ input on possible solutions. This is part of moving past well testing and into exploring real solutions to providing clean water to residents. With these studies, and the community’s involvement, Morrow County will be positioned to pursue additional funding opportunities for these solutions. These grant awards are the result of agencies on the federal, state, and county level working together to identify actionable solutions to the ongoing nitrate issues in Morrow County.
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Please direct inquiries to: Matthew Jensen, Administrator (541) 6762529
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Starting the week of 9 September, wind turbine components will commence delivery to final locations for the Wheatridge East Wind Facility. Delivery traffic will be leaving the project’s laydown area on Myers Ln affecting portions of Myers Ln, Sand Hollow Rd, Spur Loop, and Little Butter Creek Rd. If you have any questions, concerns, or need to deconflict other traffic in the area, please reach out to ryan.hill@NextEraEnergy.com or stop by the project’s construction office located at 60130 Myers Ln.
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September
Tuesday Sept. 3
Beef Stroganoff
Green Salad
GArlic Bread
Apple Crisp
Tuesday Sept. 10
Polish Sausage w/ Bun
Potato Salad
Corn
Lemon/Orange Parfait
Tuesday Sept. 17
Salmon Chowder
Assorted Crackers
Veggie Tray
Lemon Bars
Tuesday Sept. 24
Meatloaf
Potatoes & Gravy
Fruit Salad
Carrots Rolls
Cookies
Cost of Lunch is: $5 Seniors 55 & Above; $6 Adults 54 & Under
All are Welcome!
Take-Out Lunches
Catering Available. Call 481-3257
Cream
Cake & Ice
Thursday Sept. 26
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