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Chase’s community paper for over 20 years! Issue for the week of Friday, February 2nd, 2018• Vol. 23, Issue 5
OUTDOOR LEARNING SCHOOL IN CHASE A POSSIBILITY FOR 2018
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arents behind a push to bring an Outdoor Learning School to Chase, are hoping this educational option could become a reality very soon. “Our goal is to have these doors open for September 2018 for K - 7,” said Stephanie Stumph, who volunteers as the Secretary for the Haldane Parent Advisory Council. Outdoor Learning is a program that follows the BC Curriculum, and aims to have the students spend a portion of every day outside. Haldane Elementary will remain open and run as usual. This will be an additional choice school open to all students in the district to enroll. Research shows that being outdoors increases focus and attention, and fosters greater engagement with learning, and physical activity. Stress, anger and aggression are reduced, which leads to improved
relationship skills and allows children to better cope with stress. Haldane PAC will be hosting a meeting on February 9th at 9:00 am at Chase Secondary School. This will be the first meeting to gather information, gauge interest, and prepare for a presentation to the School Board. “We have invited guest speakers from several areas of the district and hope to have a morning full of information, and questions answered,” said Stumph. She is heading up a working committee of parents to present this to the School Board. After this first information meeting there will be one more in the evening for parents that are not able to make it to the Feb. 9th meeting. The best way to stay up to date and involved is through the “Chase Outdoor Learning School” Facebook group!
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Community Bulletin Board Foodie Needed! Do you have a passion for cooking? Would you love to volunteer your time to cook hot lunches for the students at Haldane Elementary approximately once a month? Please contact the Haldane PAC for more details! haldanepac@sd73. bc.ca Public Skating at Art Holding Memorial Arena - Monday 5-6, Friday 3:304:30, Sunday 5:30-6:30. Sometimes Sat midday when no tournaments. Cost $2 for kids $3 for adults .
Chase
Gospel Meetings will be continuing for February 4th, 11th and 25th @ 3:30p.m. and Feb. 18th @ 7p.m. Come and learn about Jesus. Chase Weight Support Group - Meet at Illahee Lodge. 333 Wilson St. Chase. Weigh-in from 3:30 - 4 pm with a meeting and open discussion to 5 pm. We are a support group to help lose weight by eating healthy and exercise. No fads. FMI contact Wanda @ 778-2202788 or Chris at 250-6795302.
Chase Rotary Box 73
Pres: Terri Mindel 250-819-0428 Sec: Doug Everett 675-2574 Meeting at Chase Creekside Centre Thursday 5:30 pm
For info/hours phone 250-679-3536
February 4th
GIANT CRIB 10:45 am
February 10th
VARIETY CLUB TELETHON AUCTION & MIXED TRIPLES DART TOURNEY $5.00 per person PLUS A NEW WRAPPED GIFT TOURNEY 11 am - Sign your team up at the Legion Lunch will be available AUCTION 2 pm - ALL PROCEEDS TO VARIETY If you don’t wish to play darts Please Feel Free to donate or come bid on a gift. FMI PHONE ... VAL 250-679-8527 or CHASE LEGION 250-679-3536
The Chase Sunflower invites stories, recipes, comments, photos, jokes and any other information that would be of interest to readers. We reserve the right to accept or refuse submissions and edit for content and length. We also reserve the right to refuse advertising that in our opinion does not reflect the concept of the newspaper. The opinions expressed in Letters and Columns do not necessarily reflect the views of this newspaper. Due care and attention for accuracy is used in checking advertising copy, but no warranty is implied by the publisher. The Chase Sunflower is copyrighted and may not be reproduced in whole or in part withou the written consent of the publisher. The Chase Sunflower is independently owned and operated by Shuswap Prairie Publishing. 1500 copies are printed weekly and distributed around Chase, as well as to Pritchard, Sorrento, Squilax, Scotch Creek, Jade Mountain, and Adams Lake. The Sunflower is available FREE for readers because it is advertiser supported. Please support the local businesses that advertise in the Sunflower; shopping locally enriches our community.
CHASE CURLING CLUB Curling Club Pancake Breakfast Sun February 11th. Time 9 - 11 am. $7 a person kids eat for less. Hope to see there!
Fundraiser Raffle tickets available – 1st Original Oil Painting, 2nd Hand Made Quilt, 3rd Paint Class. Look for us at the breakfast.
FMI Norm 250-463-1753 or admin@chasecurling.ca
Churches of Chase & Area Blessed Sacrament
OFFICE: 838 Shuswap Avenue, Chase BC Hours: 10 am - 4 pm Monday - Thursday PHONE: (250) 679-8880 EMAIL: info@chasesunflower.ca WEB: www.chasesunflower.ca ** Alternate drop-off location at Willows Natural Foods ** MAIL: Box 524, Chase BC, V0E 1M0 Publisher/Editor: Kelsey Snelgrove
The Light of Life Native Fellowship Every Sun 3
Parish welcomes you to pm @ Chase Evangelical Free Church Friendly fellowship Sunday Mass @ 9 am. + Please join us every 3rd with food, family & friends after service. Everyone is welcome. Sunday at 10 am for the K Light of Life Mission- OPENof C Breakfast Shuswap Ave Pastor Joseph (250) 679-7656
Chase Evangelical Free Church
295 Shuswap ave, Chase Sunday service 10am Kids Hour 10:30 Pastoral office hours: Monday 9-5, Tuesday 12-5 The door is open, coffee is on -- come for conversation, council, or prayer
Chase Lions
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400 CLUB WINNER
Date: January 31, 2018 Winner: Juli Voth & Garry Lenz Chase B.C. - $100.00 Renewal Insert for the Lions community calendar - Contact Lorna 250-819-9736
CHASE COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP Everyone welcome
Sundays at Creekside Centre, 542 Shuswap Exploring Christianity 9:30 am Worship Service 10:30 am Email: chasefellowship@gmail.com
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Pedestrian
struck by train
Submitted by Chase RCMP
On January 28st, 2018 at approximately 1:45 pm, Chase RCMP received a report of a pedestrian being struck by a train at the crossing at Pine Street in Chase, BC. Chase RCMP assisted the CP Police Service with the investigation which found that a 57 year old male with mobility challenges had been walking on the sidewalk adjacent to Pine Street and crossing the CP Railway tracks. The man had not fully crossed the tracks when he was struck by a westbound train. BC
Ambulance Services transported the man to Shuswap Lake General Hospital in Salmon Arm where he was treated for non-life threatening injuries. Immediately after the collision and before the arrival of emergency personnel a motorist drove through the lighted barricades at the crossing causing minor damage. Anyone with information regarding this motorist is asked to call the CP Police Service at 1-800-716-9132 or the Chase RCMP at 250-679-3221.
The Editor’s Spot: by Kelsey Snelgrove
On the Emotional Rebound
After we got back from Alberta earlier this month, our family was hoping to stick to home for a bit. But “too bad” the universe said. At precisely the moment I hit print on last week’s paper, we received a call with the sad news that my fatherin-law, Don, had passed away. It was very unexpected. We were just visiting with him when we were in Calgary. We had gone skating at Prince’s Island Park, went for brunch, got into a classic argument. It was pretty disorienting. My partner, Paul, felt a strong pull to head out right away to be with his siblings and mom in Calgary. I had to stay to finish and deliver the Sunflower for the week. Luckily for me, our 4 year old elected to go on another road trip! That surprised me too. We’ve exited the era where it’s all about “momma”. So just like that, I was left in my big, empty house. Their weekend was taken up with sorting through belongings, making arrangements. and trading stories about Don. I spent the weekend,
for the most part, home, alone, shoveling the snow in my driveway. They returned on Tuesday evening with a carload of stuff. Our hallways are now brimming with newly acquired items to remember Don by. There is a collection of artwork, his mountain of health supplements and gadgets, but best of all, his rebounder (mini trampoline). He was always a big advocate of bouncing on a rebounder and there are many benefits (including NASA’s research showing that rebounding can be more than twice as effective as treadmill running). Bouncing actually increases endurance on a cellular level by stimulating mitochondrial production (these are responsible for cell energy). It’s pretty fun too. It’s a nice way to remember him. You could say we are bouncing the blues away. Rest In Peace Don Matheson 1949 - 2018
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WHY CHASE? submitted by Shirley Papiz
Annual Banquet Saturday, February 3rd, 2018 Held at the Adams Lake Gymnasium/ Convention Centre • 5:50-6:30 pm: Cocktails 7:00 pm: Dinner/Banquet 9:00 pm: Dance feat. DJ-Patrick Ryley
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Here’s our Why Chase story: Unlike some pioneers who headed west with their horsepulled wagon and put down roots where the wheel fell off, our Why Chase is somewhat different. Our story started about 10 years ago when our search to relocate began. After living on a farm, contemplating a move to where you can shake hands with your neighbor through your kitchen window would never have worked for my husband. Some elbow room, sewer and water were 3 main points on our wish list. We found all those things and nice homes in Merritt, Hope, Rosedale, Yarrow, Sardis, Chilliwack, Agassiz, Keremeos, Blind Bay, Armstrong ~~ all places that caught our eye but nothing quite worked out for many different reasons. It wasn’t till we visited long time good friends here in Chase that we stepped back and couldn’t help but admire the life style of the folks in this beautiful little village. Location, friendly staff in a gorgeous library, two well stocked grocery stores, Chase Sunflower’s weekly paper, a senior as well as a community centre, a branch of our bank, quaint shops, and to my husband’s delight: Lordco and Napa! The list can go on and on with all the amenities we saw within Chase and can’t deny it, price was definitely a factor. So
we rented in a trailer court for 6 weeks during the winter of 2012 to do some more exploring. On one of our daily walks during that time my hubby noticed one property in particular and said “if that home ever comes on the market, I think that’s the one we’ve been looking for”. But without a “for sale” sign, our search was still on. Add Osoyoos, Summerland and Peachland to that list above but again, nothing quite worked out. Fast forward to December of 2015 when my husband was doing an internet real estate search when he said “hey, isn’t that the house we liked in Chase?” and sure enough, there it was - offered for sale! To bring our Why Chase to a close, we took possession of that elusive property on January 29, 2016. We've lost count on all the homes that were possibilities but suffice to say that Chase won out. In conclusion, we’ve met and had many conversations with folks here in Chase and with discovering that many of you are relatively new residents, I can’t help but wonder Why Chase. Suggested the idea to Kelsey and her insertion on page 5 of the January 19th issue of the Sunflower clarified that she felt such stories could be a fun read for all. So go ahead, share your story! We’d love to read about it. Shirley Papiz
WHY CHASE?
The Sunflower is collecting stories of how people ended up in the Village of Chase. What’s your story?! Email, drop off, or mail yours to the Chase Sunflower.
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Letters to the Editor Opinions expressed in Letters to the Editor do not necessarily reflect those of the Editor, Advertisers, or anybody except the letter-writer themselves.
TO DRIVE OR NOT TO DRIVE 55 years of driving.......... never an accident......... and I have been privileged to hand over more than $50,000 to insurance companies. This is just in case I make a bad decision resulting in a collision with another vehicle, a stationary object or God forbid an animal that just wanted to cross over....... free money that went to coffers unknown (the big black hole I guess). On Sept. 12/17 while returning from a trip to Vancouver, an 18 wheeler decided to deposit a stone onto my windshield. As a result, a tiny speck appeared. I was told that the repair for such an incident was free. I took the car into the glass shop and sure enough in 15 minutes it was fixed with some kind of liquid.....free of charge. The repairman gave me a receipt which stated ICBC was charged $85.00. Now I am no genius but even I can see the inflated cost of repairing a car. This, then, is my opinion and probably totally inaccurate........you be the judge. A portion of every charge goes to pay CEOs, managers, operators, labourers and all those who write up claims and oh, don’t forget the lawyers who fight tooth and nail to deny a claim or sue just to skim off the top. We lost; no, ICBC lost over$950 million somewhere but that’s ok; they’ll just raise the cost of insurance and we lemmings will pay and say, “Thank you.” What happens to that poor soul who is on minimum wage and must drive to his/ her job or jobs because he/she can’t afford the insurance on one income? P vanHoof Citizen of Chase SNOW PROBLEM MY TAXES going to cleaning parking lots before the streets are all cleaned of snow, I think for a town it is disgraceful. Since there is a lot of seniors living on
#ILIVEWITHDEMENTIA Editor, The Alzheimer Society of B.C. thanks the people of Chase for their encouraging response to January’s annual Alzheimer Awareness Month and to our new social awareness campaign, “I live with dementia. Let me help you understand.” Our campaign aims to spark conversations and encourage residents to see dementia differently. Stigma significantly affects the well-being of local people living with dementia. In order to build a dementia-friendly society, we need to move away from fear and denial of the disease, towards awareness and understanding. This is a very pressing health issue for our aging population. Families across British Columbia are affected by Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. Today, more than half a million Canadians have dementia and that number is expected to nearly double in the next 15 years. We would like to thank our local staff and volunteers for their work. We also appreciate the Sunflower’s coverage of dementia issues. If your family lives with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, please contact our regional Alzheimer Resource Centre at 1-800-886-6946 or info.kamloops@alzheimerbc.org for information on support groups and the many other services we offer to assist you. You can also call the First Link® Dementia Hotline at 1-800-936-6033 and visit www.alzheimerbc.org. Tara Hildebrand Support and Education Coordinator Alzheimer Society of B.C., Central Interior region
Wilson Street and the people on Hendry Ave and Aulin Ave get to walk in snow and slop while two or three people park in the curling rink parking lot. TERRY HUDSON
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THE CHASE MUSEUM
submitted by Dick Hermann Did you know that the building that Then on Tuesday, July 12, 2011 (only than currently houses the Chase Museum was three days later) a second fire occurred at originally a church designed by Father Le the Museum. Due to the fact that the fire Jeune, and was constructed by the local alarm was not functioning this fire did indigenous people under his direction. This substantial damage to the building itself and particular building was completed in 1910, to the archives and other items stored in and was one of several churches built by the building. The fact that this fire started Father Le Jeune during his tenure as a priest in multiple locations inside the building in Kamloops from 1882 until 1929. indicated that the fires had probably been As an aside, I personally find it fascinating deliberately set. The RCMP carried out a that three or four times a year Father Le Jeune thorough investigation, but the arsonist was would undertake a journey of approximately never identified. 600 miles to cover his territory, on foot, Following the fire, many local businesses, horseback, horse-drawn buggy, horse- groups, and individuals volunteered major drawn sleigh, canoe, snowshoes--whatever contributions of time, effort, and money to was necessary. To me, that represents the repair the damage. In spite of this, the cost epitome of dedication. The transition of repairs to the building and its contents from old to new transportation methods exceeded--by approximately $50,000-did not begin until June 14, 1915, when the total of the contributions from the an automobile came from Savona to the community and the coverage provided by Deadman’s Creek reserve, to pick up Father the insurance carried by the Museum. This Le Jeune who had arrived at the reserve by left the Museum in a position where it could horse and wagon several days before. This not survive without outside support. first automobile to travel the Deadman’s The Museum then proposed that the Creek road was driven by George Tunstall, a Village take over ownership of the property son of Judge Tunstall of Kamloops. and buildings, in exchange for providing But I digress. The point that I really want the $50,000 shortfall in funding required to to emphasize today is the importance of complete the repairs to the building and its the contribution that the Chase Museum contents. The Village agreed to this proposal, makes to the life and vitality of the Village of thus enabling the Museum to continue to Chase. The Museum attracts many visitors operate, as a tenant on the Village property, to the community, and provides interest but independent of the Village Council. and stimulation to the Village residents The support of the Village, and the through its continually changing displays of businesses and citizens of the community, local historical events and artifacts. And its is well recognized and appreciated by the records provide a source of information for Museum, and should also be recognized by both visitors and local residents who may be both visitors and the citizens of the Village interested in researching specific historical of Chase. events or family history. The on-going operation of the Museum But did you know that the Museum would is dependent upon grants obtained from recently have been lost to the community various sources. These grants are dependent had it not been for positive action by the to some extent on the size of the Museum Village of Chase? membership, because this is considered On Saturday, July 9, 2011, a fire occurred to be an indication of the level of support at the Museum. The fire started outside within the community. The membership the building by the basement door, and did traditionally reaches its lowest level at damage to the electrical system just inside this time of year, and notices will soon be the door that rendered the fire alarm system going out reminding everyone to renew inoperable. In order to avoid the possible their memberships. Please renew your destruction of important evidence, the membership when you receive notice that Museum was not permitted to repair the the time has come to do so, or, don’t wait to alarm system until the investigation of the be told and do it now. fire had been completed by the insurance Your support of the Museum is important, underwriter and the RCMP. and is greatly appreciated.
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Attempted Robbery at Esso submitted by Chase RCMP
On January 30st, 2018 at approximately 1:10 pm, a male entered the Bear’s Den Esso near Chase, BC and demanded money from the clerk. When the suspect realized there were other employees in the store he uttered a threat to return to rob the store and left the building. The suspect did not receive any money and no one was injured during the incident. On January 31st, 2018, a 35 year old male from the Chase area was arrested for this attempted robbery. He was held in custody to appear in Kamloops Provincial Court.
Thank You from Chase Museum
The Chase & District Museum would like to thank Craig & Cyndy Einfeld for the use of the empty storefront on Shuswap Avenue for the Museum Christmas Store. The store was a huge success! We would also like to thank all the volunteers...without your support we would not have had such a good year. A very special thank you to Billie Phillips who organizes the entire fundraiser. Sincerely, the Board of Directors
another reason for readers to seek out and purchase this beautifully produced and useful resource.” Everything Shuswap is more than a book; it is also an educational project. Efforts have begun to integrate the book into the high school curriculum with the aid of a teacher’s guide that is now in draft form. There is a plan for high school students to assist with the research for the next two volumes. Next spring, funds from the sales of the book will be used to help cover the costs of student outdoor field trips. One of the most memorable fe e d b a c k comments about the book came from a local, young couple who decided to have a summer “stay-cation” using Everything Shuswap as their travel guide. Copies are available in Chase at the Museum and at bookstores in Kamloops and Salmon Arm.
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The Everything Shuswap Success Story Sales of the first book about the Shuswap region, Everything Shuswap, exceeded expectations when the first printing sold out before Christmas. The second printing is now in stores. Reviews have been overwhelmingly positive, including the full-page coverage in BC Bookworld by former CBC almanac host, Mark Forsythe. He wrote, “... Everything Shuswap makes a convincing case for better understanding and appreciating one of this province’s best kept secrets.” Most recently, there was a very positive review in the Vancouver Sun by Tom Sandborn, “Everything Shuswap stands alone as a compelling portrait of land, waters, wildlife and human history in one of B.C.’s lesserknown regions. Proceeds from sales of the books will go to support outdoor education projects in local schools, yet
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Horoscopes
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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) The changes you’ve waited to see in your work situation might not be happening quite as quickly as you hoped. Although the pace is slow, it’s ongoing. Expect to hear news soon.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Be careful not to charge into something you don’t fully understand. Being asked to act on trust might be all right -as long as you can trust the one who asks..
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A chance for romance beckons from someone you thought was far out of reach. But Cupid can always come up with a shortcut. How you respond determines how the relationship develops.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) LEO (July 23 to August 22) VIRGO (Aug 23 to Sept 22) A career move seems more likely now Your love for beautiful things is part A co-worker could be trying to undermine than when you 1st considered it. Some of what makes you the fine feline you you. Resist the temptation to retaliate. of your plans will need readjusting as new are. But a little caution is advisable Instead, keep careful records of what facts emerge. Be careful you for a while. Resist the urge you do so you’ll be ready to don’t allow jealousy to create to splurge until your money present a strong position when an unnecessary obstacle. signs look a little better. the time comes. LIBRA (Sept 23 to Oct 22) SCORPIO (Oct 23 to Nov 21) Family problems have been simmering Cupid’s arrow can pierce hearts, but for a while and could soon boil over. it can’t open tight lips. Only you can Avoid taking sides. There are many facts do that. That special someone you’ve been silently pining for all this you don’t know yet. A business time would love to hear you decision proves to be more express those feelings. complicated than you expected.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22 to Dec 21) Well-meaning friends might try to persuade you to give up on that project that seems to have hit a dead end. Someone will take notice, and your persistence will pay off.
CAPRICORN (Dec 22 to Jan 19) It’s one thing to make a difficult decision, but you also have to stick with it despite pressures to get you to change your mind. You need to reassure someone you care for that you can keep your commitments.
PISCES (Feb 19 to March 20) An old health problem flares up and needs attention. A chilly reaction from a once-warm friend needs to be confronted. Set the record straight before it’s too late to save the friendship.
AQUARIUS (Jan 20 to Feb 18) This is a good time for you to remember to be good to yourself. A trip to a place that was once very special in your life reawakens many precious memories and soon leads to making new ones.
You enjoy helping others. You have a taste for life’s luxuries and will take risks to get what you want. In matters of amour, you love deeply, and you expect your amorous intensity to be returned in kind. YOU BORN THIS WEEK:
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Thank You
Two widows from Hillside Avenue would like to send a heartfelt thanks to Brian for cleaning our driveway. Thanks again. “Leave it to Bryan Brian.”
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Advanced Language Classes Starting Tuesday January 16th,2018 Time: 4:30-‐6:00 p.m. Place: Chief Atahm School (Recommend students have a basic conversational level of Secwepemctsin)
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Business Listings HALL’S KENNELS - Pritchard *First time boarders receive one free day. *Special rates for long term boarders. Transportation available. 250-318-8367 Small engine maintenance and repairs - Certified technician Call 250-320-6082 all outdoor power equipment serviced. Lawnmower, weed whackers, rototiller, quads, motorcycle, generators, boat motors etc. Ask for Jarrett. Chase Upholstery – 323 Willow St, Chase, BC. 679-3923. Furniture – Auto – Boat tops and seats – RVs SAHHALTKUM DAYCARE est.1996. Licensed facility. Certified staff. Children 3mths up to 12 years. Hot Lunch program available. Nutritious snacks provided. Daily educational programs. Part/full time or drop in available ALL CHILDREN WELCOME!! F.M.I. 6459 Hillcrest Rd, Chase (across Pine St. bridge) or ph: 250-679-2229
Overdose Alert: Interior Health Region Interior Health (IH) is urging residents using or considering using drugs to reconsider or take steps to prevent overdose in the wake of a recent increase in suspected drug overdose deaths in the IH region. According to preliminary data provided by the BC Coroners Service, there were seven suspected overdose deaths in IH from January 23-26. The exact causes of death will be confirmed by the BC Coroners Service once their investigations are complete.
The following tips can help reduce the risk: • Don’t mix different drugs (including pharmaceutical medications, street drugs, and alcohol). • Don’t take drugs when you are alone. Leave door unlocked. Tell someone to check on you. • Use less and pace yourself. Do testers to check strength – a small sample of a drug before taking your usual dosage. • Keep an eye out for your friends – stay together and look out for each other.
• Carry a Naloxone kit and know how to use it. A list of locations to get a kit can be found on the Interior Health website or on the Toward the Heart website. • Recognize the signs of an OD: slow or no breathing, gurgling or gasping, lips/fingertips turning blue, difficult to rouse (awaken), non-responsive. If someone thinks they may be having an overdose or is witnessing an overdose, follow the SAVE ME steps and call 9-1-1 immediately, do not delay.
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BUSINESS LISTINGS Pete’s Pizza & Pasta Open at 4 pm Tuesday - Sunday
250-679-2775
Duck Range Plumbing & Heating 250-214-0539
Plumbing, Heating & Gas Fitting
CHASE HAMPER SOCIETY Emergency Help 250-682-6155
Donations Welcome
Kalin Good Carpentry Services
Renos, Decks, Fences, Siding, Roofing & More 18+ yrs exp.
Call 250-679-2386
Craig’s Bakery & Deli & Cafe Come on in!
OPEN: Mon - Sat 6 am • Sunday 8 am
Chase Proud to be part of your community!
Basic Risotto Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter 1 medium onion, chopped 1 teaspoon garlic, minced (to taste) 2 cups arborio rice 1⁄4 cup dry white wine 2 1⁄2 cups chicken broth or 2 1⁄2 cups vegetable broth 1⁄3 cup parmesan cheese or 1⁄3 cup asiago cheese, grated Directions Bring broth to boil in saucepan. Melt butter in a different saucepan. Add onion and garlic to butter, saute until tender. Today I ran from a ticket inspector. He chased me through half the train. When he finally caught me, he wasn’t very amused to find that I actually do have the ticket. • “Waiter, could you bring me some tooth picks, please?” “I’m sorry sir but you’ll have to wait a little bit, they are currently all in use.” • Two planets meet. One moans to the other: “Can you believe it, I’ve got humans!” The other cheers her up: “Don’t worry, it will pass soon.”
Add rice. Saute 2-3 minutes. Add white wine. Stir until absorbed. Add hot broth 1/4 cup at a time. Stir occasionally until broth is absorbed. Continue adding broth in small amounts until all broth is absorbed. This should take 20-25 minutes. Try some of the rice. It should be tender but firm. When the rice is done, add cheese. Stir until melted and combined. S e r v e immediately.
• Little Johnny once bought his Grandma a very nice, luxurious toilet brush for her birthday. But when he went to visit her a couple of weeks later, it wasn’t in the bathroom. Little Johnny asked his Grandma,
HA HA
Sudoku
“Gran, what happened to the toilet brush I gave you?”
“Darling, I’m sorry but I just didn’t like it. It was too scratchy. After all those years, I’ve gotten used to the toilet paper.” •
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BUSINESS LISTINGS
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Sorrento Plumbing & Water Well Service
250-679-0001 Serving the Shuswap!
Scooter’s Dog Grooming 921 Okanagan Ave, Chase BC
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MJK Home Renovations
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Framing, Custom Woodworking, Tile, Flooring
Cut Flowers For All Occasions
Chase Garden Centre & Flower Shop At Safety Mart (250) 371-1117
Laughter is like a windshield wiper, it won’t stop the rain but it will allow you to keep going. - Anonymous
Underwood Liquor Store Open every day 9 am - 11 pm Open on All Holidays
PARKSIDE COMMUNITY Respite, Independent & Assisted Living Suites available call 250-320-0400
Jessica Kantymir, RMT 250-679-8066 Little Shuswap Physiotherapy Myofascial, trigger point therapy & more
LJ’s Towing and Transport
Open 24 hrs 7 days /week 250-679-8600
Sharen’s Hair Studio
611 - 3rd Ave, Chase (rear entrance) Mon - Fri
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HEAT ACHIEVE THEIR GOALS ON WEEKEND The past weekend featured a home and away two game series versus the 100 Mile House WRANGLERS. Friday Night the 26th of January, saw the HEAT lineup against their opposition at the Art Holding Memorial Arena. It turned into a hard working gritty game between two talented and fast skating squads. There were no pucks to be found in the nets during the 1st period. In the 2nd, six goals provided a see-saw battle, starting with Zachary Fournier on the powerplay from Michael Fidanza and Kolten Moore. The WRANGLERS came right back making it a 1-1 tie. Then the HEAT popped a pair, Fidanza from Jackson Marshall and Kaden Black, and then Fournier with his 2nd from Seamus Collins and Jayce Schweizer. !00 Mile got a tally prior to Collins from Darion Nordick and Ryan Okino making it 4-2 after twenty. In the 3rd Evan Hughes added to the lead from Colten Nikiforuk and Brett Alexander. 35 seconds later 100 Mile came on strong to attempt a comeback, however Nikiforuk ruined that bid by netting goal number 6 from Fournier and Quinn Slezak for a 6-3 home ice victory. Conor Webb stopped 37 of 40 some of them of the spectacular variety. It quite possibly was the best overall full team performance of the season.
by Scott Koch, Chase Heat On Saturday night after pushing snow from Chase to 100 Mile the bus arrived in the Cariboo. At the outset no one expected a goalfest but that’s what happened. 6 goals in the first resulted in a 3-3 tie, Fidanza getting off to the races from Grady Musgrave and Fournier. The Cariboo Cowboys netted a pair to take the lead, but the Shuswap squad came back, Black on the man advantage from Nikiforuk and Fournier, followed by Okino from Moore and Collins. With 16 seconds left in the 1st, 100 Mile tied the match up. In the 2nd the teams only managed 7, yes 7 goals to find the bullseye. WRANGLERS got one and Chase got two, Black again from Nordick and Pat Brady and then big Fournier unassisted. But 100 Mile responded with a pair to retake the lead. Black made it a hattrick with his 3rd from Fidanza and Nikiforuk to make it a 6-6 tie. But the desperados tallied again, after forty it was 7-6 Cariboo. In the 3rd the tuckered troops only managed 5 goals in their frenzy to 10. 100 Mile got a powerplay counter prior to Chase doing the same, Fidanza from Brady and Black. Then the WRANGLERS took a 9-7 lead. But a reappearance of the Cardiac Kids from Chase reared its pretty face. With 2:44 left veteran Fournier from Fidanza made
it a one goal game. With 21 seconds left and the goalie pulled Nikiforuk banged in the 9-9 tieing goal from Musgrave and Fidanza. The air was sucked out of the Arena by the local fans who sat stunned in their seats, as they had watched a two goal advantage swept out the door. To overtime the teams went, the first five minute 4 on 4 frame solved absolutely nothing. So after a brief interlude the second 3 on 3 overtime commenced. 37 seconds in Moore did the heroics unassisted in and end to end wrap around the goal to provide a 10-9 overtime win for the HEAT. A nice 4 point weekend, against foes attempting to overtake the HEAT, for 2nd spot in the standings. Chase now enjoys a 9 point cushion just weeks away from the end of the Regular season. Next up a Wednesday the 31st meeting in Kamloops versus the STORM, followed by two road games against the GRIZZLIES,in Revelstoke. Next home date is Saturday, February 10th versus the EAGLES from Sicamous. The ANNUAL AWARDS BANQUET is Sunday, February 11th at the ALIB Gymnasium and Conference Centre at 5:00 pm. Tickets are $20 and can be bought at the games or by contacting skoch01@telus.net.
CHASE HEAT HOME GAMES
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