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Harley party in Ashcroft The Kamloops’ Harley Owners Group (HOG) celebrated the 25th anniversary of their charity Poker Run last weekend by organizing several events in downtown Ashcroft, including a parade of Harleys, a Show and Shine and a skills competition. The members ride through Logan Lake, Lower Nicola, Spences Bridge and hold their banquets in Ashcroft, raising money for Muscular Dystrophy every year.

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Some of the participants in last Sunday’s Skip’s Charity Run warm up with Coach Vicky Trill. Turnout for the event was great despite the threat of more rain.

A Spences Bridge area man is currently in custody facing a total of 12 charges including one count of attempted murder after a recent rash of violent incidents in Ashcroft and Spences Bridge. Eric Nelson, 52, was arrested following an intense investigative effort by the Lytton RCMP, following two incidents involving firearms that occurred on May 15 and May 17. Lytton RCMP responded on May 15 to a report of a man receiving serious non-life threatening injuries after being struck by shotgun blasts fired from outside of his home. The male victim in his 50s, had reported being injured after hearing gunshots being fired towards his home on Thompson View Rd. in Spences Bridge. Over the next five days, Lytton RCMP officers assisted by the Ashcroft and the Lillooet Detachment established the identity of the suspect and compiled sufficient evidence to lay the following listed charges: Common assault stemming from an Ashcroft incident which occurred on Sept. 18, 2012; Mischief to vehicle; Assault with a weapon; Aggravated assault; Attempt to commit murder; and Using a firearm in the commission of an offence. It is alleged that on May 15, Nelson shot at the victim’s vehicle and home with a shotgun causing damage to both. In addition, Nelson allegedly discharged the shotgun through a wall of the home and hit the victim in the face causing grievous bodily harm and disfigurement and continued to discharge the shotgun in attempts to fatally injure the victim. Charges of Possession of property obtained by crime, and Theft of motor vehicle stem from an incident on May 17 where, at approximately 8 am, Nelson allegedly drove his van to a residence in Spences Bridge and stole a pick-up truck. He was seen driving the stolen vehicle. He is then alleged to have driven the stolen truck to the Venables Valley area, where he encountered a couple in their car. Nelson allegedly threw a boulder through a window of the victim’s car and accosted the occupants, assaulting the male driver and instructed them to drive and meet him at another location. Once at the second location it is alleged that Nelson threatened the couple at gunpoint demanding cash See POLICE on p. 16

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before. RCMP tracked him to the KamWendy Coomber loops area the Cache Creek area. The through a vehicle was located parked financial transaction, but not in front of the Cache Creek before he had made contact Liquor Store and the sus- with his wife later that morpected driver was seen stum- ning. bling around the parking lot after coming out of the store. Crane topples into ditch The 51 year old Kamloops May 27 at 8 pm RCMP man was arrested for being attended a single vehicle drunk in a public place and rollover on Laura Lake Rd. lodged overnight until sober. just off of Hwy 97C. A 75ton Linkbelt crane and the Electronic harassment truck pulling it rolled over May 23 police received a Flying motorcycle May 25 at 10 am police onto its side and landed in complaint of harassment via social media and text mes- stopped a red 2008 Honda the east ditch after a portion sages. The 32 year old lo- motorcycle northbound on of the road beneath it crumcal woman was receiving de- Hwy 1 by Hat Creek Rd. for bled. The driver and sole ocrogatory messages from an- excessive speed. The bike cupant, a 57 year old Maple other woman in Alberta who was travelling at 160 kph in Ridge man, was shaken but she knew through a mutural the 100 kph zone. the driv- not injured. There was well acquaintance. Ashcroft and er, a 24 year old man from over $5,000 damage. Grande Prairie RCMP are North Saanich, was given a ticket for excessive speed Resisting common sense investigating the matter. and his bike was impounded May 31 at 6 pm police for seven days. He was also were called to a disturbance Not hard to find May 24 at 6:30 pm po- given a ride to the bus sta- at an Ashcroft residence and found a mildly intoxilice received a complaint of tion. cated 64 year old man who a possible impaired driver in Missing appeared to be upset. He person agreed to spend the rest of May the night at a motel in Cache 26 at 7 Creek. However, shortly afDo you have the am police ter midnight police were Welcoming Touch? received called back to the residence If so, be an ambassador to Ashcroft a report where the man was once visitors this summer by volunteering at of a mis- again causing a disturbance. the Ashcroft Visitors’ Centre. sing per- He was arrested and lodged You will enjoy meeting new people son, a 26 in police cells for the night and making a positive difference to year old and is facing charges of retheir experience while visiting Ashcroft. Cache sisting arrest, obstruction of A few hours training and a few hours Creek a police officer and causing a once a week is all that it takes to be part man, who disturbance. of the team to share the best of Ashcroft failed with our summer visitors. to come Prohibition extended For information call Alice Durksen home afJune 2 at 9:30 am police at 250-453-9864 or ter work stopped a Honda Civic in email adurksen@uimc.ca the day

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Cache Creek by Back Valley Rd. after a license plate check showed the owner to be prohibited from driving. The 47 year old Cache Creek man was arrested and will be charged with driving while prohibited. His vehicle was impounded and he was served with an extended driving suspension until January 2016.

Stolen truck

June 2 the owner of a 1996 Ford 250 reported it stolen from his property on Collins Rd. The vehicle had been parked for several months and its absence was noted on June 2.

Drinking his way home

June 2 at 8 pm police received a report of a missing Maple Ridge man whose last message to his family was from the Historic Hat Creek Ranch area earlier that day. He was expected home on May 31. Police tracked him through a possible impaired driver complaint in Spences Bridge and located him in a hotel in Hope. It is expected that he returned home.

Drunk and disturbing

June 3 at 11:45 pm police were called to a disturbance in an Ashcroft mobile home park, but the subject of the complaint was not located. Police returned to the area at 2 am for another disturbance complaint. This time they located and arrested a 20 year old intoxicated Ashcroft man. He was lodged in cells overnight and charged with failing to comply with conditions of his probation.

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Clinton Eco Depot based on weight The TNRD is installing weigh scales at the Clinton Transfer Station and reopening it as the Clinton Eco-Depot on June 7. A one-stop drop for all waste and recyclable materials, Eco-Depots allow residents to separate recyclables and reusable materials from the waste stream before disposing of the residual in large bins destined for the landfill. Eco-Depots employ a weight-based strategy to accurately record waste and recycling, which will help area residents and businesses save money. This replaces a volume-based system that was previously used at TNRD landfills and transfer stations. Users will be charged a $60-per-tonne disposal fee waste with a minimum charge set at $1. Tipping fees at the Clinton Eco-Depot, located at 5 Boyd Pit Rd., can now be paid using debit or credit cards as well as TNRD EcoCards. Also, the Eco-Depot has new hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, year-round. Because the Eco-Depot will have operational weigh scales, motorists should be aware that traffic flow will change with vehicles now having to move to and from scales as waste is disposed of. The transition from landfills to Eco-Depots in the TNRD is one of the key elements of the TNRD’s Solid Waste Management Plan that was adopted in 2008. Submitted

Correction The Journal mistakenly said that Chief Robert Pasco is a past president of the BC Cattleman’s Association in the May 30 article Grand Chief status conferred on Chief Robert Pasco. He was a member but not a president. He was president of the Ashcroft Cattleman’s Association.

The boot is back Those familiar donation cans cleverly disguised as cowboy boots are back in Ashcroft businesses, raising money to pay for just about the best parade in the region. Parade organizer Heather Philpot and Ashcroft Irly Tim-br-mart employee Jacob Fitzgerald show off the clearly recognizable symbol of the annual parade, held just before the rodeo. This year’s parade is Saturday, June 15.

New B.C. Cabinet to be unveiled on Friday by Tom Fletcher Black Press VICTORIA – Premier Christy Clark unveils her new cabinet lineup on Friday, preparing for a rare summer session of the B.C. legislature.

With the results of the May 14 election becoming official on Wednesday, MLAs and cabinet ministers are expected to be sworn in early next week in Victoria. Clark promised the cabinet will include a new ministry

responsible for natural gas development, in addition to the traditional energy and mines ministry. Clark is also expected to announce this week where she will seek her own seat, after being defeated by the NDP in Vancouver-Point Grey. Clark has indicated the B.C. legislature will be recalled this summer, so the government can pass its preelection budget. The opposition will be heavily focused on the government’s promised to balance

the budget by keeping the increase in overall spending below one per cent this year. Previous years saw spending increases of three per cent, despite little or no increase in pay for thousands of public employees. The B.C. Liberal campaign placed heavy emphasis on liquefied natural gas exports, which Clark said will be central to paying off the province’s debt in decades to come. There are multiple proposals for LNG development in the north, including two pipelines proposed to bring gas from shale deposits in the northeast to processing and export facilities at Kitimat and Prince Rupert.

Clinton celebrates official naming day The choicest art Lynne Grillmair from Brisco and Heidi Roy from Cache Creek shared the Artists’ Choice Award at the second annual Plein Air in Ashcroft on May 22-23. Marie Nagel from Victoria took the People’s Choice Award. More on the Plein Air event on p. 5.

On June 11, Clinton will return to simpler times. Highway travelers will notice a toll booth in front of the Village Office from 10 a.m. until noon. Afterwards, everyone is invited to the Clinton Memorial Hall where Queen Victoria and her Royal Subjects (David Stoddart School students) will officially name Clinton. This 150th birthday will be celebrated with cake and refreshments. Come and help celebrate!

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The things we take for granted Fresh air. Water. Sunshine. Freedom. The constant presence of family members. A comfy chair under a shady tree in the backyard. A living room that doesn’t look like a tornado died there. A deck with stairs. I guess I’m talking about renovations. I promised myself that I wouldn’t subject you to that, but I feel the need to share my suffering. There are, I know, those who have suffered longer - years longer - with their household renovations. There’s nothing like mentioning the word “reno” to get everyone in the room recounting their worst nightmare renovation stories. Ann in Ashcroft mentioned to me today that four years later, they’re just finishing off their household renovations. She didn’t elaborate. I knew a lady in Fort St. John - actually, she was a farmer and rural politician in Cecil Lake - who told me that her husband had removed the stairs in the house to replace them and 10 years later they were still using an extension ladder where the staircase used to be. Another lady recently told me that she and her husband went looking at houses for their son who was moving back to Ashcroft, but most of the houses they looked at hadn’t seen more than a touch of paint in decades. I noticed the same thing 11 years ago when we went looking at houses in Cache Creek. However, it’s somewhat understandable. Renovations aren’t for sissies. They aren’t cheap, either. Even I would rather spend $2,000 on a brand new camera than new flooring, even though the flooring is expected to last much longer than the camera. At this moment, 19 boxes of hardwood maple flooring are sitting in Tool Man’s workshop, next to six gallons of paint; and all of the new decking materials are sitting in the backyard, getting rained on, but safely out of the way of the excavator that is digging holes all over the yard in preparation for various other renovations. Only thing is, there’s a mountain of dirt sitting in my vegetable garden. I was looking at it this morning and thinking that I should plant a vertical garden this year.

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The rich work hard to increase their wealth

It seems the rich have always been with us, at least in civilized times. Think, for example, of ancient Egypt with its ruling families who enslaved entire populations along the Nile, its Pharaohs regarded as gods, ordering fabulous tombs at inconceivable expense. The same hoarding pattern occurred along other great river systems, in Iraq, India, China. In the more recent Colonial Period from the 16th century forward, based on money and banking, we see the same exploitation of peoples and resources spread over the entire globe. It will come as no surprise to be told that the same parasitical activity continues today under Finance Capitalism. Allow me to quote a handful of illuminating facts about the “feral rich.” These “facts,” gleaned from the New Internationalist (January/February 2013) cannot be more than approximate. Nevertheless they are bold enough to serve my purposes. First, to name a few individuals, the wealthiest man in the world is Carlos Slim Helú of Mexico (where the disparity between rich and poor is the greatest among developed nations) with $69 billion. Bill Gates of the U.S. ranks second (I’m using his Windows to tattle on him) with $61 billion; Warren Buffet from the U.S. squeaks by with $44 billion; Bernard Arnault of France skimps onward with $41 billion. Gina Rineheart of Australia, who suggests that the poor “should spend less time in the pub,” is worth $28 billion. In 2007 there were 946 billionaires. By 2012, the number of billionaires grew to 1,126. In the minor leagues are 29 multimillionaires and 29 million millionaires. Of the 29 million million-

aires in the world, 37 per cent are in the U.S., 37 per cent in Europe, and 20 per cent in Asia-Pacific. Many of these plutocrats have friends in high places. In the U.S., 47 per cent of the Members of Congress are millionaires. In Britain, 62 per cent of the Cabinet Ministers are millionaires. You wonder how it stands in Canada. The rich and super rich make up eight per cent of the world’s adult population yet they covet 82 per cent of its wealth. The leftover 92 per cent of the world’s adult population have to make do with 18 per cent. Most people already know that the crash of 2008 greatly benefited the rich. During the Economic Recovery Period of 2009-10 in the U.S. and Britain, during which the banks were bailed out and public spending was severely cut, 93 per cent of the “free money” went to the top one per cent. In the U.S., 37 per cent of these gains went to .01 per cent, that is, 15,000 Americans with incomes over $23 million. Isn’t it ironic that the very perpetrators of the disastrous recession of 2008 should have profited so vastly from it? By contrast, most people in the world are poor. While $2 a day is what 2.6 billion folks have to live on, Gina Rinehart has $52 million. In the U.S., where the middle class is fast joining the poor, a CEO earns in one minute what the average worker earns in one month. What about Canada? Isn’t it different here? A calculation called the Gini Coefficient measures the inequality in the distribution of a nation’s wealth. Viewed in this framework, out of 17 peer countries, Canada ranks 11th, only a few steps below the U.S. InEMAIL:

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equality has increased in Canada over the past 20 years. The Conference Board of Canada states, in fact, that inequality is growing even faster in Canada than in the U.S. The richest one per cent took almost one-third of all income gains from 1997 to 2007. I hope these facts will alert us, in a general way, to the disposition of that sacred cow, the Economy. Most people are unaware how different things are now than “before.” It’s fair to say that over the past 20 years the distribution of wealth has shifted as much as environmental conditions. But my point is not so much about the irresponsible rich as about the effect an unjust economy is having on the rest of us, for it is the 99 per cent who are burdened with financing the one percent. Not surprisingly, the current trend is particularly abusive to the poor. Short of a complete re-doing of the present system of favouritism, the least we can ask for is that the super rich, including giant corporations, carry their weight by paying their fair share of taxes. It is estimated that tax-havens, like off-shore bank accounts, amount to an unbelievable $21 trillion! Think what that money could do if available to housing, education, and health care. Maybe we could also ask the rich to stop suppressing wage increases, trashing unions, neglecting proper working conditions, financing political biases, subverting scientific findings, and undermining democracy. Just a few suggestions. But time will tell. You know the old saying: A bad economic system carries the seed of its own destruction. Van Andruss Moha, B.C.

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LIONS Monday, June 10 Proceeds to go to community projects

Hope to see you all there! Cache Creek Community Hall • Doors Open 6 pm

Artists Alice Durksen of Ashcroft and Vaughn Butland of Kamloops discuss some of the artwork produced at last week’s Plein Air.

Artist Alieta Tiefensee paints at a Brink Street location.

The Winding Rivers Arts and Performance Society would also like to congratulate local Artist and Event Organizer, Pauline Olgivie and the Ashcroft Art Club. Plus a big thank you to WRAP commitNadine tee organizer Jo-Anne Portman Davenport and her crew for a great effort creativecurrent@ at this 2nd annual event which telus.net helped produce some of the most beautiful and captivating works from the events many 2nd annual Plein Air inspires talented Artists. many creative works of art This year there were 42 attendees, Congratulations to the 2nd Annual Ashcroft Plein Air Event award plus spouses, 32 out of towners from all winners; Heidi Roy and Lynne Grill- over BC began painting around various mair who shared in the Artists’ Choice spots in the Ashcroft area. On Tuesday there was a very sucAward and Marie Nagel took the cessful Meet and Greet, Wine and People’s Choice Award.

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Revisit the 1950’s in movies, music and everything car-related the far reaches of the Mesa Vista, on highway pullouts overlooking the Ashcroft hills; others on the downtown roadsides and the mighty Thompson’s river edges or below the basin of the burnt out trees near Hwy 97C. They painted a few canvasses each day - some up to four or five. The sun managed to show up – if only for minutes at a time. The finale Thursday night was a Pot Luck Dinner/BBQ and Show co-hosted by Art Club and WRAPS. It was a lively event, feeding 60 plus artists and event attendees. Many were very impressed by the talent and support in our Community! Very positive feedback from all visiting Artists – enjoyed the experience, could not believe how welcoming and friendly Current from p. 5

the community was towards them. Pauline’s main goal has always been to foster the camaraderie between Artists and to share in the mutual love of painting – this was definitely accomplished. A poignant moment was reported to be when Pauline saw silhouettes of so many painters scattered on the Mesa bluff with easels abound - beauty creating beauty. Well done everyone! Some of the participating Artists works will be available for sale and will hang in the Art Walk Gallery on Railway Ave. All Organizers are looking forward to the 3rd Annual Ashcroft Plein Air Event next year. Thanks to all the volunteers and attendees who created the vision, and trusted the process. Looking forward to more at the 3rd Annual Ashcroft Plein Air – now scheduled for September of 2014.

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Winding Rivers Arts & Performance Society presents Music In The Park again. The popular evening concert series at the Gaz1. The establishment of a Spences Bridge ebo in Heritage Place Park in AshCommunity Park and Recreation Service; and croft are held throughout the Sum2. Community Feedback on the Spences Bridge TV mer in June, July and August and Rebroadcasting Service are every 2nd and 4th Wednesday Since all properties within the service area(s) may be night from 6:30-9:30 pm. affected, all residents are advised to attend this meeting. This Music in the Park is a series of will form the basis for the ultimate decision on whether or not to proceed further on the matters. live concerts featuring an eclectic Further information can be obtained by contacting Ron Storie, mix of musical genres and styles Manager of Community Services at the TNRD, at 250-377that appeals to a wide range of 8673 or 1-877-377-8673 (toll free in BC). audience tastes. Everything from Director Steven Rice - Electoral Area “I” (Blue Sky Country) single and duo folk performers, blues and roots artists, soul and even good old There is a technology that has been moving into the domain rock ‘n’ of the 'average person' lately. It is known as 'Whole Body roll. Vibration' (WBV) and was initially developed by the Russian This Space Agency to maintain the health and physical abilities of season their cosmonauts. Once the exclusive benefit of institutional promgroups and elite athletes/sports teams the technology is now ises to available to us at a reasonable price. be extra The machine utilizes a platform the moves in 3 dimensions. special. My machines have both an up-and-down oscillating movement as well as a forward-and-back vibration movement. The Not only Take notice that a meeting of the residents of Spences Bridge, in Electoral Area “I” (Blue Sky Country), will be held on June 6, 2013 at the Archie Clemes Community Hall, located at 3641 Highway 8, Spences Bridge, at 7:00 pm to consider:

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will we be treated to the music some of the greatest artists in Canada - from the youth oriented pop/rock of the Michael Wood Band to the soulful and hip sound of the Jackie Treehorn Band, Clinton’s own Arlen Park with some great original country music, to the jazzy blues of Andrea Smith and much more - but we will also be proudly showcasing our magnificent home-grown talent as well! Here’s a complete line up of touring artists coming to town; Don’t miss the Michael Wood Band who plays Youth Orientated Pop/Rock Band on June 12 - joining us as the local opening act will be Subhadra MorrisNelson. June 26 will feature Arlen Park with his own soulful styling of original country music songs and some awesome covers. Local songstress and multi instrumentalist (ukulele/fiddle and guitar) Llynn Kellman will open. On July 10 get your soul boots on for the Jackie Treehorn Band with local opener, Nadine Davenport. Look forward to a high energy mix of folk, funk and soul. The Mark James Fortin duo plays on July 24. Mark is a Folk Singer Songwriter who plays acoustic guitar with his wife Lorna on cello. Our local opener that night will be the newly formed world/ folk fusion band Salmagundi. On Aug. 14 hear the sweet soul/blues sounds of the Andrea Smith duo. Andrea is a velvet-voiced blues, roots, rock and jazz singer falling somewhere between Bonnie Riatt and Kathleen Edwards with hints of Eva Cassidy. Karla Cummins will be our local opener. Our last show of the season will feature the Benny Walker Band, on Aug. 28. Benny plays an effortless blend of blues, roots and acoustic folk. His intimate, eloquent song-writing is complemented by a rich, soulful voice. Our local opener will be the lovely Jennifer Ferguson. Look for posters around town and take home one of the small handouts that will be available at local retailers. Also check out www.windingriversarts.ca for info on

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all the upcoming artists and their music. So bring a chair, a blanket, a picnic dinner or buy dinner from one of our food vendors. Pass-that-Hat donations encouraged. Come early - the park fills up fast.

Grease is the word this Friday night!

The Village of Cache Creek presents another fun Family Movie Night at the Cache Creek Community Hall. To celebrate Graffiti Days, the feature movie this month is the movie musical Grease starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton John. Bring the whole family to see this wonderful movie on Friday, June 7. Admission at the door. Doors open at 6:30 pm, movie starts at 7 pm. There will also be a kids animated short film to go along with our ‘car’ theme and some awesome door prizes as well. Grease is a fun, heart-filling movie about two senior high schoolers who run in different circles and meet to form the movie of ALL times! You’ll feel like you’re back in high school in the T-bird gang or in the Pink Ladies. Popcorn and goodies are available for purchase at the concession supporting Cache Creek Elementary School’s Parent Advisory Council. No outside food or drinks, please. Children must be supervised and remain seated and quiet during the movie please.

Adult Sock-Op dance in Cache Creek

Escape back to the 50’s and 60’s as Cache Creek comes alive for the famed Graffiti Days nostalgia weekend. This annual event started in 1987 and attracts competitors and spectators from across the Pacific west coast. The Sock-Op is one of many events taking place June 7-9! See pages 8-9 of The Journal for the complete schedule. The Adult Sock - Op Dance will be held on Saturday, June 8 at the Cache Creek Community Hall. Doors open at 9:30 pm. 1950’s style dress preferred. No Minors. Tickets in advance ONLY and available at: Cariboo Jade Shop, Cache Creek Husky and at the park during the Show & Shine on Saturday afternoon.

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June 23, 2013

18 hole Tournament with a Steak or Chicken Dinner to follow. 4 Person Teams playing 4 ball best ball. $60 per person, all proceeds will be going to the fight towards ALS. Shot gun start 10 a.m. To register and reserve carts please contact Pam at Semlin Valley Golf Course 240-457-6666

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VILLAGE OF ASHCROFT 2013 BY-ELECTION

Elvis performs at Wellness Festival

NOTICE OF NOMINATION Public Notice is given to the electors of the Village of Ashcroft that nominations for the office of:

The planning committee for Ashcroftâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s First Annual Wellness Festival have been hard at work for the past several months as they prepare for the first annual festival that will take place July 19 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 21. As the date draws closer, vendors and people who will be putting on demonstrations are Wellness Festival volunteers and supporters hold up the new highway banner to promote starting to submit their forms, the event: (l-r) Deb and Bob Tuohey, Sara Sen, Hedda Hall, Chrissy Schmitz, Robyn Pelley, music and entertainment is be- Joris Ekering and Marijke Stott. ing confirmed and many interesting events are being schedknown performer who has wowed many We have been overwhelmed by the uled. crowds at many different venues and generosity of our local groups and busiWe are thrilled to announce that promises to draw people from all areas. nesses who have come forward and Elvis impersonator Steve Elliot will be There will be a family street dance on donated funds as sponsors. Ashcroft performing at the festival. He is a well- Saturday night, with music provided by Wellness Awaits You Festival may be a local seen on Facebook for those who wish group. to follow the progress or to obtain more information, vendor forms etc. Andrea Walker

Councillor â&#x20AC;&#x201C;one (1) to be elected will be received by the Chief Election Officer or a designated person, as follows: Ashcroft Village Office, 601 Bancroft Street 9:00 am Tuesday, June 25, 2013 to 4:00 pm Friday, July 5, 2013 Excluding lunch hours, statutory holidays and weekends Nomination documents are available at the Ashcroft Village Office, 601 Bancroft Street during regular office hours (8:00 am to 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Monday to Friday).

QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE

A person is qualified to be nominated, elected, and to hold office as a member of local government if they meet the following criteria: â&#x20AC;˘ Canadian citizen; â&#x20AC;˘ 18 years of age or older; â&#x20AC;˘ resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed; â&#x20AC;˘ not disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election in British Columbia or from being nominated for, being elected to, or holding office, or be otherwise disqualified by law. FURTHER INFORMATION on the foregoing may be obtained by contacting: Michelle Allen, Chief Election Officer at 250-453-9161 Brian Bennewith, Deputy Chief Election Officer at 250-453-9161 Michelle Allen, Chief Election Officer

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;On behalf of my family, my staff and myself, I would like to take this opportunity to thank all my constituents for giving me the honour to serve you for 18 years as your MLA in Fraser-Nicola and Yale-Lillooet. It has been an exciting journey filled with many memorable moments. As my staff and I close down the MLAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Offices in Merritt and Ashcroft I ask any constituent who has an ACTIVE CASE FILE with my office to please contact my staff or me immediately (contact information below) if you would like your information returned to you, or carefully destroyed, or sent to secure storage in Victoria. All other completed case files will be carefully destroyed.â&#x20AC;?

-Harry Lali HARRY LALI, FRASER-NICOLA CONSTITUENCY OFFICE 2099 Granite Place, Merritt, B.C. Tel: 250-378-4802, Email: Harry.Lali.MLA@leg.bc.ca

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Friendship Auto Service Ltd. 250-453-9308 603 Railway Ave., Ashcroft

See you in Cache Creek for the 26th Annual Graffiti Days!

403 Railway Ave, Ashcroft 250-453-2553

Kal Tire and Crew welcome all “Hot Rodders” and fans to the 26th annual Cache Creek Graffiti Days

250-457-9333

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Fast & Courteous Service • Instore Bakery • Deli Grade “A” Quality Meats • Bulk Foods •Fresh Produce Rotisserie Chicken • Hot Food

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26th Anniversary Cache Creek

B.C. Old Time Drags

Show & Shine

(11 km south of Cache Creek) Three days of nostalgic drag racing featuring vehicles 972 and older • Spectator prices: $15/day • Test & Tune Friday noon to 5:00 p.m. • Time trials & qualifying starts Saturday 8:00 a.m.

All vehicles 1972 and older welcome No pre-registration required, no cost to participate Enter at Cache Creek Park gates at 4:30 p.m. Vehicles will be on display from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. • Free swimming • Beer garden & BBQ • Open air music • Dash plaques for first 125 vehicles

June 7, 8 & 9 at the Eagle Motorplex

Open to all vehicles 1972 and older Starts/ends at Cache Creek Hall/Info Centre 7:00 p.m. start, $5 per car $200 cash for first prize, $100 for runner up

Watch vehicles smoke their tires and compete for prizes from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Open to all vehicles, no admission or registration fees.

Car Cruise & Parade

Saturday, June 8 at the Community Hall Doors open at 9:30 p.m. 1950’s style dress preferred NO MINORS. Tickets $7 Advance tickets only Tickets available at: • Cariboo Jade Shop • Cache Creek Husky • at the park during the Show & Shine

402 -4th Street, Ashcroft

Enjoy Graffiti Days!

Welcome to the 26th Annual Graffiti Days! South Trans-Canada Hwy. Cache Creek

Cache Creek

Cache Creek Petro Canada and Restaurant

Strut your stuff at the 26th Annual Graffiti Days!

Open 6:30 am till 9:00 pm

250-457-6432

Fresh Meat * Deli * Fresh Produce Bakery * BBQ Chicken * Groceries Fishing Tackle Bait * Ice Camping Gear * Film * Batteries Snacks * Postcards * Souvenirs

1190 Trans-Canada Highway Cache Creek

250-457-6287

*Self Serve * Propane * Diesel * Lotto

Grubstake Foodmart

250-457-6612

Kelly Adamski Broker/Owner

Bus tickets & shipping

250-457-9582

Cindy Adamski Broker/Owner

Mick Adamski Representative

Bob Cunningham Representative

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Desert Inn Welcome to Graffiti Days! (250) 457-6226 www.desertinn.ca Cache Creek, BC.

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Anie’s Pizza & Bakery

Stop by during Graffiti Days!

Celebrating over 20 years in business 488 Trans Canada Hwy, Ashcroft

250-457-6698

Trans Canada Hwy., Cache Creek BC

250-457-9999

Come in and check out our specials! 250-457-9312

26th Annu

959 Trans-Canada Hwy. S. Cache Creek BC

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Shine up for Graffiti Days!

Cache Creek Husky

Welcome to the 26th annual Graffiti Days!

Sock Hop Dance

The JUNCTION SHELL

Don’t forget to drop by for an ice cream during graffiti days!

250-457-6237

Saturday, June 8 at the Community Hall

Open to vehicles 1972 and older, no cost to participate 3:30 p.m. Line up at Eagle Motorplex 4:00 p.m. Drive through Ashcroft 4:30 p.m. Arrive at Cache Creek for Show & Shine

Restaurant

Village of Cache Creek

Smoke Show

Saturday, June 8

250-457-6644

Cache Creek Dairy Queen 250-457-9924

Poker Run

Friday, June 7 at the Community Hall

1301 Hwy, 97 N. Cache Creek

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Rev it up at Graffiti Days!

Friendship Auto Service Ltd. 250-453-9308 603 Railway Ave., Ashcroft

See you in Cache Creek for the 26th Annual Graffiti Days!

403 Railway Ave, Ashcroft 250-453-2553

Kal Tire and Crew welcome all “Hot Rodders” and fans to the 26th annual Cache Creek Graffiti Days

250-457-9333

Hwy. 97 Cache Creek

S afety Mart foods

Fast & Courteous Service • Instore Bakery • Deli Grade “A” Quality Meats • Bulk Foods •Fresh Produce Rotisserie Chicken • Hot Food

Your full service food store... Railway Avenue, Ashcroft 250-453-9343

Come out and celebrate the 26th annual Graf fiti Days! 2 5 0 - 4 5 7- 6 4 64 Ca ch e C re ek

See you at Graffiti Days this weekend!

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26th Anniversary Cache Creek

B.C. Old Time Drags

Show & Shine

June 7, 8 & 9 at the Eagle Motorplex

Open to all vehicles 1972 and older Starts/ends at Cache Creek Hall/Info Centre 7:00 p.m. start, $5 per car $200 cash for first prize, $100 for runner up

Watch vehicles smoke their tires and compete for prizes from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Open to all vehicles, no admission or registration fees.

Car Cruise & Parade

402 -4th Street, Ashcroft

Enjoy Graffiti Days!

Welcome to the 26th Annual Graffiti Days! South Trans-Canada Hwy. Cache Creek

Cache Creek

Cache Creek Petro Canada and Restaurant

Strut your stuff at the 26th Annual Graffiti Days!

Open 6:30 am till 9:00 pm

250-457-6432

Fresh Meat * Deli * Fresh Produce Bakery * BBQ Chicken * Groceries Fishing Tackle Bait * Ice Camping Gear * Film * Batteries Snacks * Postcards * Souvenirs

1190 Trans-Canada Highway Cache Creek

250-457-6287

*Self Serve * Propane * Diesel * Lotto

Grubstake Foodmart

250-457-6612

Kelly Adamski Broker/Owner

Bus tickets & shipping

250-457-9582

Cindy Adamski Broker/Owner

Mick Adamski Representative

Bob Cunningham Representative

www.goldencountry.ca

Desert Inn Welcome to Graffiti Days! (250) 457-6226 www.desertinn.ca Cache Creek, BC.

457-9700

Anie’s Pizza & Bakery

Stop by during Graffiti Days!

Celebrating over 20 years in business 488 Trans Canada Hwy, Ashcroft

250-457-6698

Trans Canada Hwy., Cache Creek BC

250-457-9999

Come in and check out our specials! 250-457-9312

26th Annu

959 Trans-Canada Hwy. S. Cache Creek BC

250-453-2225

Shine up for Graffiti Days!

Cache Creek Husky

Welcome to the 26th annual Graffiti Days!

Sock Hop Dance

The JUNCTION SHELL

Don’t forget to drop by for an ice cream during graffiti days!

250-457-6237

Saturday, June 8 at the Community Hall

Open to vehicles 1972 and older, no cost to participate 3:30 p.m. Line up at Eagle Motorplex 4:00 p.m. Drive through Ashcroft 4:30 p.m. Arrive at Cache Creek for Show & Shine

Restaurant

Village of Cache Creek

Smoke Show

Saturday, June 8

250-457-6644

Cache Creek Dairy Queen 250-457-9924

Poker Run

Friday, June 7 at the Community Hall

1301 Hwy, 97 N. Cache Creek

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Saturday, June 8 at Cache Creek Park

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Golden Country presents

... Past, Present & Beyond In the Line of Duty: Pt. 3 - Confrontation

“You’ve seen the boat, I take it?” “Yes, sir,” said Tommy. “Who are the men?” He eyed the rifle. “And what are you going to do?” Decker shook his head. “You boys shouldn’t be here right now,” he said quietly. “You beat it for home, fast as you can.” When the trio didn’t move, he added, “They might be the train robbers from near Kamloops. I’m going to see what they have to say for themselves. Now run along.” Billy and Ernie needed no further urging, for the mention of the words “train robbers” had galvanized them into action, and within seconds they were pounding their way into town. Tommy Cumming, however, seemed paralyzed with fear, and stood rooted to the spot as Decker moved away from him towards the river. The boat was momentarily hidden from view by the bridge, and it wasn’t until it came out from behind one of the piers that it could clearly be seen. It was in the centre of the river, and two men could be seen within it. Decker hailed them. “I’m Special Constable Isaac Decker, and I order you to come ashore in the name of the law and identify yourselves,” he called out. There may have been an answer, but if there was it was drowned out by the sound of rushing water. The vessel paused briefly in its course, and the two men inside it appeared to confer briefly. Then the boat turned towards the shore, on an angle that would bring it aground only a few yards upstream from where Isaac Decker waited patiently. To be continued

Isaac Decker, sworn in at Ashthe cows plodding away ahead of croft as a Special Constable only a few him. hours earlier, stood overlooking the On the far side of the rivThompson River, a .22 rifle cradled er eight-year-old Tommy Cumunder one arm. The robbers who had ming and his friends Ernie Graheld up a CPR train near Kamloops ham and Billy Munro were packonly a week earlier were still on the ing up their fishing gear, ready loose, and while many held that the to call it a night. It was close on men had almost certainly long since 6 pm, and the boys were getting left the area, Decker – a retired policehungry. Tommy and Billy would man – knew that he could not afford have been home a quarter of an to be too cautious. Chief of Police hour ago if it hadn’t been for ErJoe Burr had passed along a report of nie, who was convinced a whopa small green boat stolen from Kamper of a fish was on the point of GOLDEN COUNTRY loops a few days ago, and now a girl being hooked, and kept insisting BARBARA RODEN on horseback had reported seeing two on just a few more minutes. men in a green boat coming down the It was Ernie who, as he pulled river towards Ashcroft. his line out of the water for the last time, glanced to He had immediately reached for his gun, then his left and spotted something on the river. He gazed cursed softly as he realized he was not carrying one. at it for a moment, unsure what he was seeing, then The possibility that the bandits would be seen in or called out to his friends. around Ashcroft had seemed to him so remote that he “Look, fellas, there’s a boat coming down the rivhad not thought to wear a gun. The idea of confront- er with two men in it!” ing the men in the boat without some sort of weapon It was a strange thing to be seen on the river in was ludicrous, and for a moment he considered run- Ashcroft, and the three boys climbed the bank in ning back to the police station, where he might also order to get a better view. The boat was rounding a find some backup. But that would take too much pre- bend about a half-mile upstream, and the trio sized it cious time, and the men might slip through the net up for a time. Finally Tommy spoke. while he was gone. “I think we should head for home,” he said, mindThere was a faint commotion behind him, on ful that they were on the opposite the road leading into Ashcroft, and Decker turned. side of the river from town, and A young boy was driving a small herd of cattle, and safety. “And I think we’d betDecker could see that the lad was carrying a single- ter let people know about it,” he shot .22 rifle. added. “I’m Special Constable Decker, son,” he said, “You’re right,” said Billy. “and I’m here on some very important business. If “After all, it might be . . .” His you could give me the loan of your rifle for a little voice trailed off, as if he were while, I’d appreciate it.” afraid of saying the words. “Sure,” the boy agreed readily. He handed Deck- “Come on.” er the rifle, then fished around in one of his pockets They hurried along the bank and pulled out a handful of cartridges. “Take these and crossed the bridge, back totoo, if you want.” wards town. On the far side of Decker held out his hand. Even as he did so, he it was a man who none of them hoped he wouldn’t have need of them; for if he did, recognized, carrying a rifle the odds of having time to reload would be slim. tucked under one arm. The boys Still, he thanked the boy, adding that he’d return the stopped, uncertain what to do. rifle later that evening. “I’m Special Constable “You don’t have to return it tonight,” the boy said. Isaac Decker, sworn in under “I’ll get it at the police station tomorrow.” And with Joe Burr today,” said the police- Ashcroft and the bridge as both looked in 1909. a nod he turned and headed in the direction of town, man, sensing their nervousness.

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Alice Crosson and John Kolida on the Clinton Seniors’ Association float in the Clinton Rodeo Parade.

Looking forward to some slow time in June June seems to be the month to relax and let down a little after the hectic May days in Clinton and before July and August bring family and friends together for summer holidays. First day of summer is officially June 21. We had a couple of hot weeks in May which everyone hoped were a sign of things to come, but then it turned cold and wet. A question in many minds...would Parade and Rodeo day be dry and sunny? Weather conditions must be ideal for lilacs. They are stunning this year. Many seniors were involved in all the Heritage Week activities and are now getting ready for the Clinton Seniors Association Yard Sale on July 1 at the Seniors Centre - 217 Smith Ave. Dry and sunny is necessary! Keep your fingers crossed! Come and check out the treasures for sale from 10 am – 2 pm.

Rockin’ & taLkin’ Clinton Seniors Association Zee Chevalier Canada Day ceremonies will be going on in Reg Conn Park adjacent to the Centre. Plan to take in both events. June 16 is Father’s Day. Opinions differ as to when and who started celebrating this day that complements Mother’s Day. It took many years to make the holiday official in spite of support from the YWCA and YMCA and various churches. Father’s Day typically involves cards, gift giving, special dinners and family-oriented activities to celebrate fatherhood. So stop a moment on June 16 to give a thought to the man who no doubt strongly influenced your upbringing and shaped you into the person you are today. Seniors have lunch out on the first

Thursday of the month. On June 6 they will enjoy soup and sandwiches at the Coffeehouse. Call Helene at 459-2469 if you plan to be there. Cards and Games go on at the Seniors Centre every Monday afternoon. Come and join others for a social couple of hours starting at 1 pm. The regular General Meeting will be June 20 following a Potluck lunch. Meetings will then adjourn for July and August and resume Sept. 19 following a Potluck lunch on that day also. All seniors are invited to be a member of the Association. Annual fees are $15. Meetings are the third Thursday of every month in the Seniors Centre at 217 Smith Ave. Happy Birthday greetings to Yvette May June 18 and to Eleanor Pigeon on June 26. “The person of wisdom is the person of years.” - Young

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COMING EVENTS June 6 - Community Clean Up in Cache Creek, 6-8 pm. Meet at the Community Hall. Bring gloves and hats. Organized by the Cache Creek Beautification Society. June 7 - Movie Night in Cache Creek. The Village of Cache Creek presents the musical Grease - 7 pm in the Community Hall. Admission $1, concession available. June 9 - Semlin Valley Mixed Open Reg Fee $60. per person incl golf dinner & prizes. Reserve your cart early. at 250.457.6666 or email semlinvalleygolf@coppervalley.bc.ca June 10 - Cache Creek Council meeting at 7 pm in the Village Office. June 12 - Winding Rivers Arts & Performance Society kicks off Music In The Park with the Michael Wood Band. Opening for them is Subhadra Morris-Nelson. Concerts at the Gazebo in Heritage Place Park on Railway Ave. in Ashcroft, 6:30-9:30 pm. June 21-22 - The BC Cancer Agency’s Screening Mammography mobile service will be visiting Ashcroft Hospital. Women ages 40-79 can book an appointment by calling 1-800-663-9203 or visiting www.smpbc.ca June 26 - Winding Rivers Arts & Performance Society presents Music In The Park with Clinton’s very own Arlen Park. Opening for him is Llynn Kellman. At the Gazebo in Heritage Place Park on Railway Ave. in Ashcroft, 6:30-9:30 pm. Every Friday - Soup’s On from 11 am to 1 pm at St. Alban’s Anglican Church in Ashcroft. Soup, buns and dessert by donation. Every Saturday - Cache Creek Farmer and Flea Market 9 am to 1 pm at the main intersection, next to Chums Restaurant.

Ashcroft Royal Canadian Legion FRI., JUNE 7 • 6:30 - 8:00 pm Ham & Scalloped Potatoes $9.00/plate Visitors Welcome

MEAT DRAW Every Saturday ~ 3:00 pm

* Legion Crib Tournament last Sunday of the month - Open 10 am starts 11 am sharp - 12 games * Free Pool Daily Euchre, first & third Sunday of every month 1:00 to 4:00 pm, beginners welcome Contract Bridge, beginners welcome Every Tuesday 1:00 to 4:00 pm

Ashcroft Legion General Meeting 3rd Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. (no meeting July and August) Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday • 12 pm - 4 pm Thursday - Friday • 12 pm - 11 pm Saturday • 12 pm - 8 pm Sunday • 12 pm - 6 pm

MEMBERS & BONA FIDE GUESTS WELCOME

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Would you like a rainbow with that?

A few years ago I saw a video featuring a woman and her daughter preparing fresh fruits and vegetables while demonstrating their “Today I Ate a Rainbow” charts. I immediately took notice because they were promoting health and nutrition to children in a fun, creative way, and I knew my kids – like most – would respond to their strategy. Fast forward to last week, and it’s not just children responding to Kia and Hannah Robertson from Kelowna, BC, but media from all over the world. It wasn’t their Rainbow business that got them noticed though, it was the

speech nine-year old Hannah delivered in person to Don Thompson, CEO of McDonalds at their AGM in Chicago. She told Don that she didn’t think it was fair when “Big companies try to trick kids into eating foods that aren’t good for them by using toys and cartoon characters,” and asked “Don’t you want kids to be healthy so they can live a long and happy life?” Their three-anda-half minute exchange is available on YouTube and I’d recommend viewing it if you haven’t heard already. Not because you’re guaranteed to agree, but because it’s not every day someone that young bravely takes on the CEO of

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June 2013 • Week 2 ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 You could be feeling under the weather this week, Aries. Even if your to-do list is a mile long, you need to take some time to recuperate before getting back to business. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Life experience is your advantage, Taurus. When your company is looking to fill a position, they will most likely hire from within. Make the most of this opportunity. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, just when things seem hopeless, a small ray of light shines through and you find a solution to your problem. Scorpio has some wise words, so listen up. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, once you think you have all of the answers, something pops up to make you reassess a situation. It could take a few days for you to find the answer you’re looking for. LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, you may have fun in the sun on your mind, but others are urging you to buckle down and focus on some tasks that need to get wrapped up before you leave. VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 There are some changes coming at work, Virgo. You just don’t know if they will be to your advantage or be something that could tilt you off your axis. LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, you have much to learn, but you cannot cram it all into one week. There is no crash course on life. Make the most of a getaway opportunity. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 You can’t seem to focus on one thing for very long this week, Scorpio. You might have to spend a few days clearing your mind before you can refocus on the tasks at hand. SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, you are not one to let an obstacle block you from your goal. Rethink your strategy and you will soon find yourself back on the path to success. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, changes at home are in store and you may be feeling both excited and anxious at the same time. This is perfectly understandable as you await the news. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, vacation plans may have been elusive until now, but you finally have the funds and the time to take the trip you desire. Your traveling partner is still up in the air. PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, a new season inspires you to make changes and reconsider old relationships. Call it a late spring cleaning of your life.

ON A BRIGHTER NOTE LORI WELBOURNE loriwelbourne.com the most powerful and influential fast food restaurant chain in the world. Like many parents of today, Kia taught her daughter that kids have a say, and that their opinions matter. The “children are better left seen and not heard” way of thinking has thankfully passed. “We helped her write the letter,” Kia said. “But Hannah is passionate about

health and nutrition for kids, and she meant every word she said.” Reaction to her confrontation brought on a media frenzy and attention from people all over the globe, and it’s been an unexpected surprise to the duo, as well as to the “Mom’s Not Lovin’ It” group they accompanied to Chicago. But not everyone has been kind.

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“Online reaction has been about 60/40 in support,” Kia said. “And some of that 40 per cent has been downright vicious.” Having to grow a thick skin in a hurry, she said people can say whatever they want about her and her parenting, but her daughter’s off limits. “We’re not telling people not to eat at McDonald’s,” she said. “We just wanted to plant the seed in the minds of the CEO and shareholders that marketing junk food directly to children through cartoons and toys is irresponsible and encourages kids to pester their parents for something they might not realize isn’t good for them.” Of course some people agree with Don Thompson and point

to their apple slices, fat free milk, salads and McNugget happy meals as being healthy. And some even argue that the burgers and fries aren’t bad either. But my teenage employment and subsequent 85-pound weight gain while working there tells me otherwise. I love what Hannah said and I love that she’s getting so much attention for it, even if the sheer magnitude of it has been lost on her. “She wasn’t fazed when she was on Good Morning America,” Kia said. “But when the Daily Courier came by to interview her, she thought ‘wow!’ because she was going to be in the local newspaper.” Excited to continue with her “Today I Ate

a Rainbow” business and the additional interest it’s recieved after four years of slogging away, Kia holds out hope that McDonald’s will stop marketing directly to children and will continue to add healthy choices to their menu. But she also knows that ultimately it’s up to the consumer to make their own decisions. If McDonald’s adds healthy items to their menu and w don’t buy them, they’re not going to continue. To watch Kia and Hannah’s fun videos, order a chart or see what they’re all about visit todayiatearainbow. com Lori Welbourne is a syndicated columnist. She can be contacted at LoriWelbourne.com

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The Clinton and District Outdoor Sportsmen Association will host their annual Family Fishing Derby from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, June 16 (Father’s Day). In conjunction with Fish BC there will be no fishing license required for that one day. There is no entry fee and there will be a free concession. There will also be a $50 prize draw for a boat captain and over $400 in prizes to be awarded.

munity BBQ on June 23 and a Geocaching Poker Run from June 29 to July 7. If the organizers of these events would give me the details I could share them with the readers of this column.

Morgan Frowd and Tabitha Perlitz. Even so, the gymnasium was Marian Nelson and Mary Ambler, winners of packed with family, friends and 150/50 Events More 150/50 Events planned for Best Business costumes for Heritage Week well wishers. Meghan Burrage and Dus- June include a Kids Bicycle Rodeo Dress Up. Susan Swan tin Coldwell took the majority of on June 15, Geocaching on June 459-2224 or 2325 scholarships and bursaries as both 22, Legion Ladies Auxiliary Comcountrysquire@ are going on to further bcwireless.com their education. Richards, Velma Anne Having watched (Cohoon, Cannon); Annual HCA Yard Sale these young people Peacefully, at St. Francis Memorial Hospital, Barry’s Bay, Reserve your space! The Clinton Health Care Auxiliary growing up in our communon Monday, May 13, 2013. Anne Richards, age 80 of held their Annual Yard Sale in the Clinton ity, it was amazing to see Whitney, was the beloved wife of the late Bert Richards Call The Journal 250-453-2261 Memorial Hall on Saturday June 1. Vend- them now as young adults, (2004) and the late Gary Cannon (1996). Loved mother of ors and shoppers were glad to be indoors dressed in their finery and Paul Cannon (Debbie) of Whitney, David Cannon (Julia) of Barry’s Bay, and Sandra August (Brian) of Whitney. since the weather was cold and damp. looking forward to what Loved step-mother of Diane Richards of Vancouver and The sale was very busy in the mor- ever the future brings them. Dean Richards (Brenda) of Whitby. Loved grandmother ning. With people checking out the varGood luck to each and of Patrick (Tracy), Becky (Tim), Sarah (Bradley), iety of crafts, plants, and the wide assort- every one of them as they ential • Industrial Christopher (Hilary), Marsha (John), Joshua, James Commercial • Resid ment of yard sale items on display. (Carolyn), Jeffery, Tess, and Kate. Great-grandmother of leave school and venture out Austin, Abby, Kensley, Brooke, Cassidy, Chloe and Oliver. The Health Care Auxiliary and Le- into the world that awaits BOB MCCORMICK Loved sister and sister-in-law of Donald Cohoon (Betty) gion Ladies Auxiliary both had tables them. Solar Power of Victoria, Margaret McVean (Alex) of Brighton, Dorothy of baked good for sale. Those tables atPhone 250-453-9099 Smoke of London, Robert Cohoon (Pat) of Dorchester, Box 496 Ashcroft, BC tracted lots of customers and by the end 150/50 Run-Walk x 250-453-0070 Fa Robert Cannon of Whitney, Doreen Maitland (Glen) of Cell 250-457-0244 Lytton of the sale most of the baking was gone. Alberta and Patsy Cannon of Barry’s Bay. Predeceased Tie on your running che Creek, Clinton, Serving Ashcroft, Ca Things slowed down considerably af- shoes and join in the 5km and Lillooet by her brother-in-law Larry Smoke, and sister-in-law Elaine Cannon. Cremation has taken place at Lakefield ter lunch. Perhaps many of the would-be run/walk or the 10km run on Crematorium. A Celebration of Anne’s Life will take place shoppers were attending the graduation Saturday, June 8. at the home of her daughter and son-in-law Sandra and ceremonies at David Stoddart School. There is a 9 a.m. regisBrian August (33 August Lane, east of Whitney along tration at David Stoddart Hwy 60) on Saturday, August 24, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. All DSS Grad 2013 are welcome. As expressions of sympathy, donations School with and entry fee The gymnasium at David Stoddart of $15 for adults and $10 for to St. Francis Memorial Hospital Foundation Hospice Palliative Care Fund or The Canadian Cancer Society School was transformed into a tropical students. All proceeds will would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements paradise for the graduation ceremonies go to the food bank. Furnace Installations • Heat Pum entrusted to M.G. Daly Funeral Home, Maynooth. (Cards p Installations on June 1. It was a welcome relief from Hot Water Tank Replacements Call Rolly Higginbottom available at the funeral home (613) 338-3259 or e-mail • Air Conditioning installs the cold, cloudy weather outside. We repair all makes and models at 250-459-2487 for more condolences to dalyfuneralhome@bellnet.ca or visit There were only four graduates this information. Modular Home Furnaces • Duc www.mgdalyfuneralhome.com). ting year; Meghan Burrage, Dustin Coldwell, 250-

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Winding Rivers Arts & Performance Society would like to thank the following individuals and groups whose support and assistance made this year’s Plein Air Paint-Out a resounding success. It would not have been possible without your help! Hedda Hall - Royal Lepage • Ashcroft Art Club Village of Ashcroft • Pauline Ogilvie • CF Sun Country The Jade Shop • The Packing House• Jessica Clement Martina Baier • Jim Duncan Ashcroft Cache-Creek Rotary Club • St. Alban’s Church Ash-Cache Journal • Nancy & Royden Josephson Danita & Greg Howard • Marijke & Al Stott Ina & Dave Gory • Sharon Rennie Tracey Knihnitski • Willow’N Bed & Breakfast Anne McKague • Andrea Bona • Bonaparte Bend Winery Blue Sage Bed & Breakfast • David Durksen Councillor Alice Durksen • Esther Darlington MacDonald Ken Faulks & the Al Frescoes • Marina Papais Ken Leinweber • Rhonda Hanson All the Pot Luck Contributors Ashcroft Secondary School Art Class We hosted 42 artists, 32 from out of town and all expressed their delight and appreciation to all the residents of Ashcroft who provided such a warm and welcoming reception! Congratulations to Lynne Grillmair and Heidi Roy who shared the Artists’ Choice Award and to Marie Nagel who won the People’s Choice Award.

Please be advised that the Ashcroft Bottle Depot only accepts bottles and cans that are in the Encorp return it system, as well as beer. We also accept milk cartons both paper and plastic but there is no return money paid on them. At this time we do not accept electronics and would really appreciate you not dropping off your electronics at the shop. In the last two months two TV’s have been left at the shop, one of which is out there now. We appreciate that the people of this area would like an electronics depot and we would love to be able to assist with this but leaving them outside the depot only leads to us and our landlords becoming very frustrated. If you have electronics that are no longer working please return them to the depots in Kamloops that do electronic recycling. We thank you for your patronage and appreciate your consideration in this matter. Janet and Paul, Ashcroft Bottle Depot

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Held in custody and an amount of farm produce (potatoes). Nelson fled the area with cash and later abandoned the stolen vehicle. That resulted in more charges of Mischief to vehicle; Common Assault; Robbery with a firearm; and Extortion with a firearm. Following five days of extensive inquiries, the Lytton RCMP located and arrested Nelson without incident in Spences Bridge around midnight on May 22. Nelson is currently in custody, having appeared in Kamloops Provincial Court on June 3 for a Bail Hearing. His next court appearance is June 10. Police from p. 1

The Ashcroft Communities in Bloom group has been very busy over the past month. Flowers have been planted in the barrels in the downtown area and the planters at the historic firehall are filled with annuals ready to burst into full bloom. Once again, our group is working with various classes at Ashcroft Elementary School and introducing them to the joy of planting and growing vegetables. Ms. Marlow’s Grade 1 class have planted sunflower seeds as well as potatoes. The potatoes are grown under a thick layer of straw and the plants will eventually poke their leaves through while the potatoes form underneath. In the fall, students will remove the layer of straw and collect the potatoes beneath. Ms. Mulholland’s Grade 4/5 class potted tomato plants last week and took them home to care for them. The tomatoes are started in the Walker’s greenhouse and then transplanted into four inch pots. When established in the small pots, they are taken to the school along with large two gallon pots

and soil. Students are instructed on how to transplant the tomatoes into the large pots and are given information on the growing and care of the tomatoes. Students are then allowed to take their plants home where they can keep them in the pots Ms. Marlow’s Grade 1 class at Ashcroft Elementary School planting or transplant sunflowers and potatoes (and harvesting dandelions), with a little help them into their from Ashcroft Communities in Bloom members Andrea and Bruce Walker home garden if and Shirlee Johnson. they have one. Ashcroft to complete the as it is a plant that is showy Students who partici- lovely new planter at the both when in bloom or not, pated last year were eager north end of Heritage Park. has many different varieties, to share how they took care Where there was once a long tolerates our hot, dry climate of the plants and harvested row of cedar trees there is and thrives with little or no wonderful, tasty tomatoes. now a brick planter filled maintenance. Both these projects have with daylilies, burgundy barCommunities in Bloom a dual purpose in that they berries and blue oat grass. is now in the preparation have a history component. The striking contrast in col- stages for the judges visit Ms. Kathy Paulos from the ours will be a great compli- in mid July. We are competAshcroft Museum will be in- ment to the various colours ing once again in the Nationvited to speak to both class- of blooms that the daylilies al component of the compees on the history of tomatoes will produce. Ashcroft Vil- tition and are working hard and potatoes in Ashcroft. lage council recently pro- at improving our standing Communities in Bloom claimed the daylily as the from last year. were pleased to be able to “official flower of Ashcroft.” Andrea Walker work with the Village of The daylily is a good choice

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ASHCROFT MINING PARADE ! THIS YEAR THE ASHCROFT RODEO PARADE IS PAYING TRIBUTE TO THE MINING INDUSTRY THAT HELPS TO SUPPORT OUR WONDERFUL VILLAGE Parade begins from the “BIG BLUE TRUCK” at 11:00 and proceeds across Railway to Brink, down Brink to 2nd, and back up Railway The Japanese Taiko Drummers will be back as well as the Can-Can Girls, the Rube Band, and LOTS OF SURPRISES! DON’ T MISS N! U F E H T

There will be the “Kid’s” Parade at 11:00, going from the Credit Union parking lot to the Post Office. If your child wants to join it, they should meet in the Credit Union parking lot at 10:30!