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be working with Division Chief Matt English who is the Chief incharge of community risk reduction.” Woodburn Fire Chief Joe Budge echoed the excitement, saying “The new inspector position will have a positive impact on the life safety for those that live, work, and do business in our communities.” The shared fire inspector is just one of several Walker will focus on the completion of fire and intergovernmental agreements that currently life safety inspections at commercial businesses exist between fire districts in North Marion and and multi-family residential structures in all South Clackamas counties in an effort to provide three districts which includes the cities of services to the public in the most efficient way Gervais, Barlow and the Aurora Airport in possible. While all of the fire districts have a long addition to the larger cities in each district. tradition of providing mutual-aid in response The new position will allow the current fire to fire, medical and other emergencies, in recent marshals at each district to devote more time years, the collaboration has been expanded to to focus more intently on critical infrastructure include functions that improve administrative facilities in their districts, including schools, efficiencies such as the sharing of personnel nursing homes and large industrial complexes. to provide accounting, payroll and human resource services for multiple fire districts. Walker began his fire service career in 1981 as a wildland firefighter. He has served at Encouraged by the success of existing joint Fire Inspector Jim Walker both local and state levels, including 5 years efforts, the board of directors from the fire of experience with the Oregon Department of districts of Canby, Molalla, Colton, Aurora, Woodburn and Forestry managing their statewide fire operations. For the past 11 Hubbard commissioned a study in 2020 conducted by the Special years, Walker has served at the Office of the State Fire Marshal, Districts Association of Oregon to review the ways that the where he directed the agency’s fire programs. Additionally, Walker districts are currently working together and identify additional has extensive experience in all-hazard incident response and is a opportunities to improve efficiency. The new joint fire inspector qualified Type 1 incident commander with a passion for community position is one of the results of that review. risk reduction, training, and fire prevention. The boards have committed to meeting together regularly to Canby Fire Chief Jim Davis stated, “Jim Walker brings with him a continue the collaborative approach for the delivery of emergency plethora of experience and the ability to work with people. Canby services. A topic now being considered is the development of a joint Fire District is experiencing significant growth in the industrial facility that will serve as a training and apparatus maintenance area, mixed in with a very robust downtown area. Jim Walker will center for many fire districts in the region.

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It may be a little cliche, but I’m just going to say ... I can not wait to get started on my spring cleaning!

ur Christmas decorations are still sitting in totes in the corner of our living room at my house. The kids have outgrown clothes to the point where they have two baskets in each of their rooms; the laundry hamper, and the “Too Small” hamper. And goodness, don’t even look in our kitchen! We received new small kitchen appliances for Christmas and I haven’t found a new home for them just yet.

Spring cleaning has long been a declutter and purge ritual, and these strategies will help get you through your whole house without becoming overwhelmed! For the purge portion of the process, Woodburn is home to many wonderful places to donate gently used items that get purged. This year, I invite you to kill THREE birds with one stone! Declutter your home; make it ready to list; and support our local community. CLEAR SURFACE CLUTTER. Think of how objects impact the look, feel and function of your space.

layer of surface clutter from each space will have a big impact on the look and feel of your whole home. IMPLEMENT A ‘TOUCH IT ONCE RULE.’ Instead of making piles, take things all the way to their home before setting it down so you are only touching it once. PAPERWORK. Mail, school papers, papers to deal with, lists, etc. are easy to leave out on surfaces. Simply dealing with paperwork and keeping it somewhere contained and/or out of sight is a great way to dramatically clear the clutter from a space. The key is to keep up with paperwork, though! [ I’m saying this one as much for you, as a reminder to myself! ] I hope this is a helpful jumpstart to get moving on spring cleaning. Let’s clear the clutter so we can enjoy all that spring in Oregon has to offer!

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Big Burger Drive-In By Brad Neuhoff and Jenna Preston, Active Media Contributing Writers

BIG BURGER DRIVE-IN is a 3rd generation locallyowned burger joint opened by the Deardorff family all the way back in 1967, and it’s been a landmark in Molalla ever since. Conveniently located at the intersection of Highways 211 and 213, no matter which direction you come from, it’s the perfect place to stop for a bite… or as the name implies, an enormous mouthful. 54 years since first opening their doors and Big Burger is still a family owned and operated local gem, run with the same values and commitment that they started off with 3 generations ago. Current owner Katy Deardorff AMAZING says it’s business as usual for them, and thanks to their drive thru, not even the chaos of 2020 could put a hitch in their step. “We’ve been around a FLAVORS THAT long time and it’s become an iconic little spot for CAN’T BE Molalla. We have not changed a thing with what FOUND we do here, and people appreciate that.” JUST

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traditions that have made Big Burger such a local treasure for over 50 years. She still works alongside her dad, and hopes to be able to pass the business and traditions down to the next generation as well. “We will see if our little one on the way will take it over and keep it going,” she says hopefully. “I have been around it my whole life and that is what has me emotionally invested. My heart is in it.” Next time you’re passing through Molalla, don’t miss the chance to stop in and get the tastiest burger you could imagine. You’ll probably want to come through town a lot more often! Big Burger Drive-In is located at 31465 OR-213 in Molalla at the intersection of Hwy 213 and Hwy 211. Visit their website at molallabigburger.com to see their menu and give them a call at 503.829.4240 to place an order. ◾

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inyl records, vintage clothing, fine china, antique furnishings and decor, tobacco pipes, unique wall art for your “man cave,” century-old hand tools, imported oddities, and more. What does this eclectic mix of items have in common? Not much, other than the fact that most of them have been around for several decades or more, and you can find them all at the South End Antique Mall in Aurora. Opened by Bill and Teresa Nootenboom in May of 2005, the South End Antique Mall’s offerings are as curious and varied as the sprawling building on Highway 99E and its history itself. Built in 1919, many longtime Aurora residents remember the building by its previous use as turkey hatchery. Before that it was a bag factory and, earlier still, a pickle company. “In the process of moving things around out here, I found some of the original Aurora Pickle labels and jars,” says Bill. Teresa got into the business after a career in children’s equine therapy at the Christie School in Marylhurst that spanned two decades. She toyed with the idea of opening her own program but eventually settled on her “second love”: antiques. “It’s really been a successful business, and it’s been a lot of fun,” she says. The mall features 25 to 30 vendors spread out over 18,000 square feet. Because South End had the space, the Nootenbooms decided to make the most of it, eschewing the rigid booths favored by most antique malls and allowing their vendors to spread out a bit more, which facilitates a more “meandering” shopping experience. “We did it a little bit different than a lot of the malls do,” Teresa says. “A little bit bigger spaces, more vignettes instead of the little cubicles.” The extra space also allows for displays of larger pieces than you might find in typical shops, especially furniture, but don’t be surprised if you see a “sold” sticker on something that catches your fancy. “If you walk around, you’ll see a lot of the furniture has sold signs on it; we’re waiting for people to pick it up,” says Bill. “We have a hard time keeping it. It’s good-quality stuff, and as fast as we can get it, it’s going out.” One room is dominated by a life-sized wood sculpture of a horse (a reminder of Teresa’s previous career and lifelong love of horses), which pulls an authentic Portland Wagon Co. wagon most of the time, but during the Christmas season it’s changed to a sleigh. The horse also gets a makeover during other major holidays like Halloween and Valentine’s Day. “I like people and I want them to always feel comfortable when they come into the store,” Teresa says. “We want people to feel welcome. Before COVID, we would always serve cookies and coffee as well. It was always there when you came in. We just want it to be nice and inviting and roomy.” South End holds four major storewide sales each year, and the next one is the Memorial Day Sale happening May 29th - 31st. It’s the biggest sale of the year with 10% off storewide, and they bring out so much inventory that it spills out into the side yard and tents they set up. You won’t want to miss out on all the awesome deals! Come on down and take some time to browse. You never know what kind of treasures you’ll find! South End Antique Mall is located at 21128 Hwy 99E in Aurora. They are open MondaySaturday from 10am-5pm, and Sunday from 11am-5pm. For more information, visit southendantiquemall.blogspot.com. ■

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e all have our favorite best-kept local secrets; places we love with a passion, but that we want to protect out of fear they might change. But as long as a business is based on integrity and they hold to that, growth can be a positive change. One such local secret here in Woodburn that absolutely deserves more recognition is Mega Foods! Mega Foods is an independently owned grocery retailer who has been serving the Salem and Woodburn communities for over 30 years. They pride themselves on not only having a vast selection of multicultural grocery products, but also on providing the best customer service experience. In grocery, the focus typically trends more towards price, convenience, and quality of products, but at Mega Foods they also make courtesy and customer satisfaction a top priority. They really listen to their customers, and work towards providing the best shopping experience in the community. Store Director Ken Klein has been in the grocery business for almost 40 years. He started pushing carts as a kid at the Thriftway in Salem, and worked his way up over time

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to store manager. He stayed with Thriftway for 14 years until the owners closed that location. From there, Ken went into trucking for a time, but he discovered he really missed grocery. He missed the camaraderie of working with a team, interacting with the public, and the daily rhythm associated with a market. Fortuitously, he discovered that a manager position at Mega Foods was coming available. He had always appreciated the store’s unique personality, their unrivaled variety of goods, and he saw potential for growth within the community. He was hired in 1998, and has been contributing to the success of Mega Foods ever since. Ken understands the importance of integrity, as well as customized service for the local community. Salem and Woodburn are diverse cities and the staff and product lines at Mega Foods clearly reflect that. They carry a huge selection of Hispanic and European grocery products in addition to commonly found brands, and all at incredibly low prices! Ken also wants to make sure their groceries are accessible to everyone. In order to address the specific needs of those without vehicles, Ken implemented a courtesy shuttle program. Anyone needing a ride home just needs

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F R E S H , H O T & D E L I C I O U S FO O D • I N WO O D B U R N ! to spend $35 in groceries, and for no additional charge they’ll drive you home in one of their 2 newly-purchased shuttle vans. That’s the kind of service Ken and his team at Mega Foods provide! In the past year, they’ve made some significant upgrades with many more to come. In their produce section, they’ve added a new refrigerated case that features premade salads, cut fruit, and other items they were previously unable to carry. They have an all new kitchen with upgraded appliances for cooking all the amazing fresh food they serve in their deli, and by the time you read this, they will have installed a brand new meat case, a new frozen food aisle, and 4 new self-checkout stands. Also in the works for the near future will be on-line ordering for on-site pickup! Exciting changes; all made with an ear to the public and an eye on improved convenience, increased variety, and better overall service for you. Although Ken is quick to give credit to every member of his fantastic team at Mega Foods, one employee in particular has earned a special mention. Carolina, who has been working with Ken since 2001, has garnered a

huge fanbase in the area due to her amazing cooking. Ken stated that some people have become regulars specifically due to the food she serves. She always has something fresh, hot, and delicious on display. Whether it’s tamales, spicy chicken, fried tilapia, or any number of other dishes, people just can’t get enough. Stop by and you’ll soon find out why! Ken believes in giving back to the community as often as possible. Mega Foods is a huge sponsor of some of the biggest events in the area, including The Fiesta Mexicana parade, The Taste of Woodburn, and more. This is a local family owned business, and as such, they sincerely care about the community. Mega Foods exists to serve you, their neighbors, friends, and family. If you haven’t been in, you’re missing out on great products at low prices and great service. You can’t ask for more! Supporting local businesses means supporting your local economy… and how can you go wrong with fresh, hand-made tamales? Mega Foods is located at 1542 Mt Hood Ave, across from Bi-Mart in Woodburn. Visit mymegafoods.com or call (503) 981-3735 for more information. ◾

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ountry Meadows Village is the premiere retirement community in Woodburn. Stretching out over nearly 7.5 acres are Independent living cottages, condo-style apartments in the main building, and an assisted living community. The entire village is well thought out and provides amenities and services far above the average independent retirement living experience. Our visit to their property began with an awe-inspiring walk through the main doors into the expansive lobby area boasting an open feel with a huge fireplace and fish tanks taking center stage in a room which could easily equal that of a five-star hotel. We were greeted by the front desk personnel who took the time to confirm our appointment and do the important job of screening us for any current health issues. Contrary to popular belief,

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their community is open for visitors and welcomes family and friends to visit the fortunate group of active seniors who choose to make Country Meadows their home. Residents are free to come and go as they please and return to the Village knowing it is well cared for. In this time of concern for the safety and health of everyone it is good to know the level of care being taken to protect both residents and staff. The efforts have paid off over the last year as it may actually be safer to live in a well-run community with strict protocols than elsewhere. 2020 could have been devastating yet the safety record at Country Meadows Village is testament to their dedication and commitment to the lives of their homeowners and staff. You may not see it but there is a dedicated army of staff working behind the scenes to ensure each table, chair, handrail, restroom and dining rooms are kept clean and sanitized at all times.

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The entire campus is immaculate and in the latter stages of a million dollar plus upgrade which will include the addition of a sports pub featuring a bar and televisions. The main building is comprised of 96 condominium style apartments which are well thought out and include extra storage not often found in other communities. There are 8 beautiful Cottages each with two bedrooms and a garage as well. The assisted living facility is excellent and has residences for up to 50 people to take advantage of the extra help and care that may be needed. The food at Country Meadows is superb. Residents enjoy all day dining with their friends while being waited on. We have been recipient to the great food as the staff invites community groups to visit and utilize the facility whenever possible. The people who live in the village are active in the community and donate time and resources to many local service clubs and charity causes and have actively supported Lions Club, Kiwanis, Ray of Hope Thrift Store, United Way and charities providing assistance to the victims of last September’s wildfires. It is truly a “Community of Giving.” In addition to their philanthropic desires the community is also active on excursions, classes in crafts such as cardmaking, gardening; and Happy Hour where they can come together to socialize while enjoying a wide selection of top quality spirits, wine and craft beer. Friendships develop at Country Meadows Village as there is so much to live for and participate in. After our visit we are certain the people who live there are happy and living their lives to the fullest while enjoying the comfort and convenience of the active retirement lifestyle. This peek into the community has shown me how the residents at Country Meadows Village are active, living life and safe. Live life again… adventure awaits you at Country Meadows Village! Country Meadows Village is located at 155 Evergreen in Woodburn. See their ad on page 16. Visit countrymeadowsvillage.com or call (503) 982-2221. ◾ Woodburn Community Advantage Magazine 27

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However this ridiculous day got its start, it gained tremendous popularity during the 18th century throughout Britain and much of Europe, eventually finding its way to various countries around the world.

April Fools’ Day has actually been celebrated in some form for centuries and by many different cultures. The exact origins of the day are not entirely clear, but some speculate that it dates back to the 16th century when France switched from the Julian calendar to the Gregorian calendar. In the Julian calendar, the new year actually began on or around April first, so as to coincide with the Spring Equinox.

One of the craziest April Fools’ hoaxes of all time was that of the Swiss Spaghetti Harvest in 1957. On April first of that year, the respectable BBC news program Panorama announced that thanks to a mild winter and the elimination of a dreaded creature called the spaghetti weevil, Swiss farmers were celebrating an enormous spaghetti harvest. They even showed footage of Swiss people pulling strands of spaghetti out of trees! The prank was so convincing that many British citizens called in wanting to know how they could get their own spaghetti tree.

ave you ever fallen victim to a crazy prank on the first of April? It’s happened to most of us at one point or another. Did you have to endure more cockamamie shenanigans yet again this year? Don’t feel bad if that’s the case; you’re not the only one. Here is the history behind the day that makes us want to run for cover each spring.

In changing to the Gregorian calendar, the new year moved to January first. Many people, however, were not immediately aware of the change and continued to celebrate in the last week of March leading up to April first. As is still the case today, mockery often follows when one is slow to discover new trends or information, so these poor folks became the butt of jokes and were known as “April Fools.” One particular prank was to put a paper fish on such a person’s back, symbolizing an easily caught fish or a gullible person. Another possible theory about the origins of April Fools’ Day ties it back to the ancient Roman festival of Hilaria, which is Latin for “joyful.” This celebration took place at the end of March and often involved people dressing up in costumes to disguise themselves, before going around and mocking other citizens and magistrates. Yet another idea is that April Fools’ Day was tied to the vernal equinox (first day of Spring) in the Northern Hemisphere, and served as a metaphor of sorts for how the forces of nature trick people with their sudden changes at this time of year. 28 To Advertise With Us, Call 503.825.2111

Some pranks are more alarming than funny, though. On the morning of April first, 1974, the town of Sitka, Alaska awoke to find that clouds of black smoke were rising from the crater of Mount Edgecumbe, a long-time dormant volcano. Panic nearly set in, but thankfully it was discovered that a local practical joker, not an angry mother nature, was responsible for the ominous smoke. Porky Bickar was so committed to his April Fools’ stunt that he flew hundreds of old tires into the crater of the volcano and lit them on fire, which I’m sure all of us will agree was a terrible idea, joke or no. When Mount Saint Helens erupted six years later, one victim of his prank wrote Porky to tell him that this time he’d gone too far. Hopefully any pranks that you may or may not have fallen for this year were merely harmless and silly, but remember next year that when April first rolls around again, it’s wise to keep one eye open for tricksters like Porky. *info from history.com and hoaxes.org

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