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Ken Cutcher, a piece of the Northwest

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I f you look at the wall in the Clatskanie Middle/High School (CMHS) cafeteria, you’ll see the school’s track and field records displayed. One name holds two of the boys records, two of the longest-standing records in school history.

Ken Cutcher set the school record for shot put and discus in 1971. He is also a member of the CMHS Hall of Fame. Cutcher also played football and, after graduating from CMHS, attended Linfield College, where he won Lower Columbia Sportsman of the Year.

After Linfield, he became a commercial fisherman, working in Alaska, Seattle, and Astoria. Cutcher was inducted into the Linfield Athletics Hall of Fame in 2020.

He was an inspiration to his family, even to those who have never met him.

Christy Faucher is Cutcher’s niece, and though she grew up in New York, her mother and her two uncles went to CMHS. Sadly, Faucher never got to meet him because he disappeared at sea. Cutcher went missing after going out crabbing in 1984.

“One day, they went out crabbing on a day in January and never came back. And there’s a lot of mystery around it, too, because they never found any parts of the boat,” Faucher said. “The Coast Guard flew over several times, and then my grandfather got a plane to fly over. But it’s interesting because he wrote my grandma a poem, and the very first line is, ‘The ocean brought me peace.’”

Cutcher became someone Faucher got to know through letters, stories, and poems. As it turned out, Cutcher was not just a noteworthy athlete but a logger and a man with a passion for writing and poetry. Faucher always had a passion for writing and felt a connection to her uncle through the written pieces he left behind.

“He seemed like a force. Larger than life. Hearing about him throughout the years, everything he accomplished, and the focus he had was really inspirational,” Faucher said. “Another interesting aspect to his story was he was off doing things.”

Faucher said her mother used to say he was like “the wind.” In Cutcher’s Hall of Fame entry on the Linfield website, a teammate said on the field, “nobody messed with Ken,” while another told of his off-the-field personality as “a gentle giant and loyal friend.”

In 2015, Faucher visited her grandmother, who lived in Clatskanie and went to the mouth of the Columbia River to see the Pacific Ocean for the first time. It was a powerful moment, and not just because of the scenery.

“I went out there to the mouth

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The need for affordable housing has been a hot-button topic in recent months and years, and Columbia County Habitat for Humanity is aiming to meet some of the demand with a 10-home project for lowincome families in Scappoose.

The project has been made possible through various partnerships and funding sources. On May 29, U.S. Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici and others traveled to Scappoose for a ceremony to present $280,000 of Community Project Funding to Columbia County Habitat for Humanity Director Jennifer Anderson.

The event celebrated funding from federal, state, and local sources. Anderson said Business Oregon has contributed $144,000 to assist in the project, and the City of Scappoose has directed American Rescue Plan funds to replace waterlines on the property. The city has also donated engineering services, and the project is also being overseen by Lower Columbia Engineering.

Anderson explained how big of a step it is to secure the funds and start on the project.

“It’s a huge step for us. We’ve built ten homes in St. Helens and two homes in Rainier. We’re building one home in Vernonia, and we have another home in St. Helens to build,” Anderson said. “When we’re done with the home in St. Helens, we’ll have built 14 homes in our 25-year existence and this is ten on top of that!”

The project, located at 33741 SE Oak St., will aim to deliver ten townhomes for low-income families. The event was also attended by Scapoose Mayor Joe Backus, Columbia County Commissioner Kellie Jo Smith, and

members, beneficiaries, and supporters of Habitat for Humanity.

Anderson said the next year will focus on putting infrastructure in place to support the project. The project will be built in phases as the property is developed to meet the eventual capacity.

Speaking to a gathered group, Bonamici said that she is doing anything she can to help with affordable housing and the underlying infrastructure for housing. Bonamici said projects like these take teamwork to accomplish.

“It does take everybody working together,” Bonamici said. “It’s not just going to be the federal government, or state government, or local government, or the nonprofits alone; it’s going to take everybody working together. So I’m really excited to be able to help with this project.”

Backus said he is excited by the collaboration that “made this project work.” Backus grew up in the area,

and he’s excited to see the property used to “allow homeowners the actual power of owning their own home.”

One of the powerful moments of the event was hearing from some of the homeowners who had seen Habitat for Humanity’s life-changing work firsthand. St. Helens resident Debbie Ritthaler moved into the first home Habitat for Humanity built in Columbia County in 2001. Ritthaler spoke about what it meant to become a homeowner.

“As a single mom of four boys, it changed our lives forever. My children had a home. I lived in an upstairs apartment with four boys, and suddenly we had a home,” Ritthaler said.

Ritthaler described the possibilities that opened up through home ownership and said that it changed her children’s lives. Ritthaler has since moved out of the home, but one of her sons now lives there. Her story demonstrated the generational impact

of the program. “I would not have been able to buy a house. There’s no way I would have been able to afford it, especially the house prices now. There’s no way,” Ritthaler shared.

Bonamici thanked the homeowners for sharing their experiences, and said that the stories she hears on the ground help her inform policies and decisions back in Washington. Speaking to Bonamici after the check presentation, she emphasized why she picked this project to champion in D.C.

“This project I selected for Community Project Funding because the lack of affordable housing and the need for affordable housing is something I hear about everywhere I go in Northwest Oregon,” Bonamici said. “To be able to get this funding for the infrastructure means it’s right at the front end, and we can see the project move forward more rapidly because of the funding.”

The Lodge brings the world to Scappoose

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Scappoose has been a buzz following the opening of the city’s first food cart pod, which opened for business in May.

Though pod co-owner Nick Hurliman said they are still in the midst of a “soft open,” The Lodge’s bar and carts have been crowded with customers since it opened its doors.

“You see the reception; it’s been pretty busy so far. One of our carts told us they have four carts around the Portland metro area, in different pods, and they had their best single day in Scappoose,” Hurliman said.

Located at the end of SW Old Portland Road near Highway 30, the pod is adjacent to the “Welcome to Scappoose” totem pole.

Hurliman and his longtime friends and business partners, Jeff Schultz and Matt McHugh, own the Big Food Cart and Brew food cart pod in St. Helens and started The Lodge to bring a diverse range of food and a community hang-out spot to Scappoose.

The cart pod has ten carts with space for one more, and the centerpiece of the property is “The Lodge” itself, a 2,100 square-foot bar that has TVs for live sports and a full bar including 23 drinks on tap. Not just beer, but cold brew coffee and root beer for the kids. For rainy days, a covered outdoor space offers shelter, and a more open area provides space for activities on sunny days.

Hurliman is the founder and owner of the Hawaiian Plate food cart in St. Helens. Though he doesn’t have a cart in Scappoose, he’s focusing on the property management and bar components.

The pod’s ten carts represent a variety of cuisines; for The Lodge’s owners, that was an intentional choice. Hurliman, Schultz, and McHugh visited pods to get ideas and distribute applications to cast a wide net. The carts that have made it

into the pod have been vetted by the owners, not just for the type of food but for the quality as well.

“We tested all of them pretty much along the process to make sure we were getting quality too. We knew the excitement would wear off, but if we selected vendors who were going to be staples in the community,” Hurliman said.

The cart owners come from a variety of backgrounds. Hurliman said there are carts from Columbia County just starting out and some from around the general metro area with more experience.

“We mixed it. You’ll probably see some of the carts working out the kinks, especially the ones who are new to this with their first cart; the other ones, once they get going, they know what they’re doing,” Hurliman said.

The cart options are:

• Bobabalistic - Boba tea, desserts, snacks

• Delicias Restaurant - Salvadoran and Mexican food

• Dely’s Kusina - Filipino cuisine

• Esan Thai - Thai cuisine

• Glazed and Confused - donuts

• Lucky Teriyaki - sushi and ramen

• MZ Philly - Philly cheesesteaks, American food

• Pig Cow Spud - American food

• Taj Indian Tadka House - Indian cuisine

• Turkish Agha - Middle Eastern food

Hurliman said he’s really enjoyed trying out all of the different carts and the variety in their menu. One of his favorites is a call back to when he was living in Portland, and he used to go to Esan Thai’s brick-andmortar location with his wife.

While the food is obviously a priority, Hurliman and his partners are also hoping to make the pod a hub in the community. The Lodge showed some of Scappoose High

School’s playoff games in softball and baseball, including the state championship. That’s just the beginning though.

The cart pod will host its grand opening June 22. Hurliman said there will be live music, vendors, and raffles.

“We’re going to focus a lot on community activities after the grand opening. We’re going to do trivia nights, cribbage tournaments, cornhole tournaments, open mic nights, some of that stuff that is a reason for the community to get out,” Hurliman said. “We want to be that extended

living room for the community.” Community Reception

The reception from the community has been enthusiastic. Checking out the cart pod at lunchtime on a Friday, the pod was a bustling hub of activity. The Chronicle & Chief spoke with Ashley Locken, a Scappoose resident visiting the pod for her second time.

On her first visit, Locken said she

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The picture of Cutcher in the CMHS Hall of Fame.

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Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici, with the community members and partners, gathered for the check presentation ceremony in Scappoose on May 29.

Sabor Mixto wanting to bring more to Rainier

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If you’ve driven through Rainier on Highway 30 recently, you may have spotted a fresh storefront. Sabor Mixto & More opened May 1, a new business that aims to offer refreshing smoothies, juices, and fresh foods.

Sabor Mixto & More is located at 108 East B Street and is owned by Cirila Diaz and Laura Bautista, two Rainier residents ready to bring a new squeeze to town.

Cirila Diaz, or CC, as people know her, said she has worked in the restaurant industry for much of her life. Now, she and Bautista are ready to take the leap as owners rather than employees. But the idea for the business came out of a time of adversity.

“The idea came more from my friend Laura, she’s kind of a type of cancer survivor, so she started having a lot of smoothies. Fruits mixed, veggies mixed, in a juice, a raw juice, and it made her feel better than taking a lot of medications,” Diaz said. “So she said, ‘Why not offer the community another option?’ They

can build their own!”

At Sabor Mixto, if you want to order a smoothie or juice, you can customize it by picking up to four fresh fruits or veggies. Some options include apple, mango, pineapple, strawberries and other fruits, but they also offer add-ins like ginger, cucumber, kale, celery, among other veggies.

Diaz and Bautista hope their smoothies will give people another, tastier way to get their daily dose of fruits and vegetables. They also offer sandwiches, salads, and snacks like chicharron preparado (a snack common in street stands in Mexico City), homemade sushi rolls, dessert items, and fruit baskets. They hope to soon offer other items like street tacos, beans and rice.

Bautista said that the chicharron preparado have been popular in the early weeks, and said people who have had them while traveling in Mexico express surprise to see them in Rainier, Oregon.

“We want people to feel at home, with their friends and family. They gather together to have a healthy, nutritional snack,” Diaz said.

“A place that you can be happy. Spend quality time and have another option.”

Jumping in

Diaz and Bautista have lived in Rainier since moving from South Dakota in 2019. They love the town and its proximity to the mighty Columbia River. Diaz grew up in Hillsboro, so returning

to Oregon was like a homecoming.

Starting the business also marks the pursuit of a longtime goal. Diaz has worked for many restaurants in her day, experiences she feels have prepared her for setting out on this venture.

“Both of us wanted to have something of our own. Besides working the rest of our lives for somebody else.

Jump in! Row the boat and see where it takes you,” Diaz said. “We saved some money to start a business and get equipment. It takes courage and the decision to say let’s do it.”

Though they love Rainier, one of their only issues was that if they wanted a smoothie, they had to drive somewhere else to get it.

The gears to get the business going started turning when Diaz and Bautista attended a Rainier Chamber of Commerce function in September 2023 that included an appearance from the Columbia Economic Team’s Small Business Development Center.

There, they met Nicole Jordan, owner of In Harmony Movement Studio, who suggested they rent the nearby storefront, formerly Triple X Archery, and then briefly Cherry Bomb’s Cafe. Jordan has been a supporter of them since then.

“They have such a interesting mix, fresh sandwiches, fresh salads, easy, come in and grab it. They fill a need,” Jordan said. “There’s a desire for healthy things here, and we know we’re underserved, and you’re bringing some-

thing valuable.”

Hope for support

Bautista manages Sabor Mixto on a daily basis, working open to close, while Diaz is splitting time between Colvin’s Pub & Grill. They are open 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. but may change hours depending on the demand. Diaz and Bautista said they are starting to establish some regular customers.

“We have several regular customers, some who have lived here their entire lives. Rain, shine, they’re here for their smoothies,” Diaz said. “That makes me feel like we’re doing something right.”

They are also getting active in the community, bringing their wares as vendors to Rainier Days and the new Rivertime in Rainier concert series. Opening their business, they hope the community will embrace them by supporting their business.

“We open this business in hope that the community can support it. But if they don’t support locally, we’ll have to move on,” Diaz said. “We need the support from the community to keep going.”

Rainier School District’s new superintendent

The Rainier School District has announced Chad Holloway as its new superintendent. Holloway will take the helm from Joseph Hattrick starting July 1. The district made the announcement on Facebook on May 29. The appointment came after a selection process that concluded with three final candidates being interviewed on May 13 and May 16. Holloway was a districtlevel administrator for the Nestucca Valley School

District in Cloverdale. In the Facebook post to the community, Holloway shared a message.

“I am honored to have been selected as the next Superintendent of the Rainier School District. I look forward to working beside each of you, as we strive to make Rainier School District the best place we can. Thank you for the opportunity to make a lasting difference in our community and the lives of our students,” Holloway said. Holloway spent more than ten years at Nestucca Valley School District, serving in a variety of roles. He

began as a Special Education Teacher in 2014, and finished at the district as Administrator of Facilities and Alternative Education. According to Holloway’s LinkedIn profile, his responsibilities within the district involved facilities, transportation, program development, personnel supervision, and educational leadership. To aid in their search, the district retained the services of McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C. The consultants reviewed, screened, and conducted extensive background checks on 17 applicants. The school board made the final

decision on the appointment.

The district found itself in need of a new superintendent after Hattrick announced he would be leaving the district in February. Hattrick became Rainier Superintendent in 2020. Hattrick decided to leave the district to become superintendent of Ashland School District but said that serving Rainier was an “enormous honor.”

The Chronicle & Chief have reached out to Holloway for input but have not received comment at the time of press.

Citizens Day in the Park coming June 22

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Gather your family, grab your neighbors and friends, and plan for a day of fun at the seventh annual Citizens Day in the Park hosted by the St. Helens City Council. The community celebration is happening on June 22, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., in McCormick Park, 475 S. 18th Street. Citizens Day in the Park is a day focused on making and strengthening community connections. It’s an opportunity for people to put down their cell phones, turn off the television, and enjoy a day of fun in a local park with friends and family. Activities are family-friendly and designed for a wide age-range. Activities include a free barbeque lunch, a car show by the Highway 30 Cruisers, live music by The Decades, free activities, and vendor booths featuring local non-profits, organizations, and busi -

nesses. This year, there are approximately 100 vendors registered for the event. Food is available on a firstcome, first-served basis while supplies last. Hamburgers, hot dogs, pasta salad, chips, and cookies will be served. Attendees are strongly encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs. Picnic tables will be at the park, but seating is not guaranteed. Parking is available at McCormick Park but usually reaches capacity soon after the event starts. Overflow parking is available at the St. Helens Recreation Center across from McCormick Park at 1810 Old Portland Road. Attendees can walk to McCormick Park thanks to newly-installed pedestrian improvements at the Old Portland Road and South 18th Street intersection. Citizens Day in the Park is made possible thanks to generous donations from local businesses and help from local volunteers. This

year’s sponsors include:

• 2Cs Vendor Mall

• Avamere

• Columbia River PUD

• The Decades (band)

• Don’s Rental

• Grocery Outlet

• Hudson Garbage Service and Portable Toilet Service

Citizens Day will have a car show featuring the Highway 30 Cruisers.

• Pacific Industrial Service, Inc.

• Paulson’s Printing

• Premier Restoration Partners

• Safeway

• St. Helens Marina

• St. Helens Market Fresh

• Skinny’s Texaco

• Stan’s Refrigeration

• Sunshine Pizza

• Walmart

• Wauna Credit Union

Anyone interested in donating to Citizens Day in the Park should contact St. Helens City Council

President Jessica Chilton at jchilton@sthelensoregon. gov. Volunteers are still

needed for the event. If you would like to volunteer, please visit https://www. sthelensoregon.gov/community/page/citizens-daypark to sign up or contact St. Helens City Councilor Brandon Sundeen at bsundeen@sthelensoregon.gov. Vendor spots are currently full for the 2024 event.

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Cirila Diaz and Laura Bautista outside of the newly opened Sabor Mixto & More.

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People packing McCormick Park at a previous Citizens Day in the Park.

POLICE REPORTS

The police blotter relates to the public record of incidents as reported by law enforcement agencies. All individuals arrested or charged with a crime are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Information printed is preliminary and subject to change. For specific details about cases listed, contact the appropriate law enforcement agency.

St. Helens Police Department

May 20

• Police arrested a 37-year-old male subject for criminal trespass II and Resisting Arrest at the 200 block of Columbia River Highway.

• Officers arrested a 27-yearold female subject for shoplifting and violation of release agreement at the 200 block of Brayden Street.

May 22

• Police arrested a 49-year-old female subject on a fugitive warrant near Pittsburg Road

and Commons Drive.

May 23

• Officers responded to a harassment call at the 2000 block of Gable Road.

• Police arrested a 28-yearold male subject on a fugitive warrant near Columbia Boulevard and Milton Way.

• Officers arrested a 21-yearold male subject on aggravated assault, reckless endangering another person, and harassment at the 400 block of South 5th Street.

• Police arrested a 23-yearold male subject for unlawful possession of a firearm at the 400 block of South 5th Street.

May 25

• Police arrested a 58-yearold male subject for unlawful use of a weapon, menacing, harassment, disorderly conduct II, criminal trespass II, and criminal mischief II at the 300 block of North 5th Street.

• Officers arrested a 34-yearold female subject on criminal trespass II at the 100 block of

Columbia River Highway.

• Officers arrested a 24-yearold male subject on a fugitive warrant at the 200 block of Mayfair Drive.

May 27

• Police arrested a 41-yearold male subject on DUII and reckless driving near Columbia River Highway and Gable Road.

May 28

• Police arrested a 38-yearold male subject on a fugitive warrant at the 700 block of Columbia River Highway.

May 29

• Officers arrested a 49-yearold male subject on criminal trespassing II at the 100 block of Church Street.

• Police responded to a violation of restraining order at the 2000 block of Gable Road.

• Police arrested a 52-yearold male subject for violation of stalking order at the 200 block of North 4th Street.

80 years later: Remembering D-Day and the fall of the Atlantic Wall

By the summer of 1944, the goose-stepping boot of Nazi Germany was squarely secured on the necks of the capitulating Western European nations. The Nazi war machine had rolled across the continent, blasting, and bombing its will on weaker foes. Not stopping until it claimed nation after nation in the name of the Fatherland.

The Chancellor of Germany, Adolph Hitler, consciously, purposely, and effectively worked his way to Dictator of the National Socialist German Workers’ Party, otherwise known as the Nazi Party. His vision was to rule the world, taken by the force of his military might, and in the process, purge Germany of both Jews and Communists, both of which he held in disdain. From the beginning, the September 1939 invasion and conquest of Poland, the Nazi’s military might appeared formidable enough to accomplish Fuehrer’s vision of being the Monarch of Europe, and eventually – the world.

InRoads awards more than $100,000 to Columbia County schools

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InRoads Credit Union is proud to announce the continued success of its Team Up for Schools program, which awarded $103,550 to Columbia County high schools this 2023/2024 school year. The program utilizes special debit cards created for supporters of St. Helens, Scappoose, and Rainier High Schools. Each time one of the school’s cards is used, 5 cents is donated to that school.

“The Team Up for Schools program embodies our mission to promote community wellness through learning and education,” President/CEO of InRoads Credit Union Nathan Cox said. “Beyond donating, we also work with these schools to help educate students on healthy money management, which includes good practices that can extend toward other areas of their lives.”

Launched in 2017, the Team Up for Schools Program is now in its seventh year. Since its launch, the program has generated a total of $535,351 for schools in the Columbia County area. The money raised through the program helps support various school activities, like field trips, educational programs, and other needs.

Members with a checking account who live, work, attend school, volunteer, or worship in Columbia, Clatsop, Cowlitz, Multnomah, and Washington Counties can sign up for the program at no additional cost to help support one of the three schools.

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Nothing short of an allied invasion could dislodge the concrete tentacles so literally entrenched deep in French, Belgian, and German soils.

The Atlantic Wall, a 2,400mile fortification of concrete bunkers, gun turrets, and land mines, was the immediate object in the Allies way.

America, to this point, had held herself out of the European fray in efforts to remain neutral as the result of the Neutrality Act of 1939, an Act that prevented the United States from entering the war. Although, while not sending troops, the U.S. was able to help support the war effort for Great Britain and France through supplies of war implements on a ‘Cash and carry’ basis. Meaning the U.S. would assist their allies if the allies ‘purchased’ the equipment as the Neutrality Act allowed and called for. However, the events of Sunday, December 7th, 1941, changed everything. As President Roosevelt tagged it, “A Day that will live in infamy,” the attack by the Japanese Imperial forces on the placid, sleepy military installation of Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, drew the U.S. into the war that it was hoping to avoid. On December 11th, four days after the declaration of war by the U.S. on the Japanese Empire, both Italy and Germany declared war on the U.S., thereby completing the triad Axis of Power, conspiring to rule the universe. Three nations at war with the world; enter the United States.

With the Neutrality Act in the rearview mirror and a Congressional declaration of war, the U.S. military establishment began mobilizing troops, equipment, and financing for a massive war effort that would be spread across the globe on several fronts.

On the Pacific front, the SPTO (South Pacific Theater of Operations) America

began island-hopping campaigns with forces of the Army, Marines, and Naval air, land, and sea assets, to reclaim, or redeem, properties and territories that had been invaded and occupied by the Imperial forces of Japan. Island by island, working its way from the South Pacific, to the ultimate targets of Iwo Jima, Okinawa and ultimately Japan itself, the American Army, led by General Douglas McArthur, and the U.S. Navy, led by Admiral Chester Nimitz, rolled out campaigns that included invasions of the properties by landing forces on the beaches, to take the properties acre, by acre. On the Atlantic front, known as the ETO (the European Theater of Operations) bombing missions using B-17 and B-24 bombers were launched from air bases in England, across the channel to targets in France, and eventually, Germany herself. As bombing missions increased, taking out German manufacturing factories and plants manufacturing war implements, a certain vulnerability began to reveal itself to the leadership of the self-proclaimed Third World Empire, known to themselves as The Third Reich. At one point, there was an air of arrogant invincibility, postured by German military leaders. Their noses in the air pompousness puffing about the ultimate and impending crush of the American, and her allies’ grip on the world. Enter Operation Overlord. Amassing troops, ships, tanks, planes, gliders, and other war apparatus in England, General Dwight D. Eisenhower, Supreme Commander of the ETO, had his staff prepare a plan for the invasion of Europe.

‘Operation Overlord’ was the code name for the campaign to liberate Europe from the death grip of Adolph Hitler, the Nazi Party and the selfproclaimed Third Reich. On the morning of June 5th, 1944, the anticipation grew among the troops, sailors, and airmen; was this the day to land in France?

Was this the day that they had spent months training for, spent thousands on being equipped for, and spent hours praying for divine help for? No, frustratingly and relieving at the same time,

it was not just yet. Weather across the channel created a shipping hazard with high winds and waves. Seasickness on the English Channel waters was prolific in normal weather, but the swells this day would have defeated the warriors before they arrived at the shores of Normandy.

June 6th, 1944, at 6:30 am, the command went forth to begin the largest invasion force the world had ever seen in earthly history. The British and Canadian forces aimed their landing craft at three separate beaches along the Normandy shores; named Juno, Gold, and Sword. In the meantime, American forces pointed their crafts toward Omaha and Utah beaches. The American forces lost over 2,000 troops on Omaha Beach alone. Statistically, 156,000 troops landed on the beaches, most of that total was comprised of American forces.

As the liberating armies continued to move inland and take territory back, little by little, the landings on the beaches of Normandy continued for 30 more days bringing men, ammunition, and additional supplies, until June 30, 1944, the ‘Official’ ending date of the D-Day invasion.

Eighty years have elapsed since those terrifying moments in the early hours of June 6th, 1944. Many of the men who braved those beaches, with the heavy enemy resistance, have since passed away, but the history and the memories have not. This year we celebrate the bravery, the tenacity, and the sheer guts 80 years after they demonstrated those traits on a sandy beach, so far away in miles, but so close in remembrance.

About Marc Knutson

Marc Knutson is a freelance journalist who lives in Scappoose Or. He is a Vietnam veteran and has written articles on assignments in Iraq and Kosovo. He holds a master’s degree in communications from Gonzaga University, and an Undergrad degree in Business Administration: Management and Communications, from Corban, University, Salem Oregon. He is a diehard Ducks fan and doesn’t understand how people can become Huskies.

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in small business loans in 2023. Membership is open to anyone who lives, works, attends school, volunteers, or worships in Columbia, Clatsop, Cowlitz, Multnomah and Washington Counties,

along with immediate family who are existing InRoads members. In addition to the incoming Hillsboro location, InRoads has locations in Scappoose, St. Helens and Rainier, OR.

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InRoads presented a check for more than $52,000 to St. Helens School District.

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InRoads presenting more than $38,000 to Scappoose School District.

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Rainier School District received more than $12,000 through the Team Up for Schools program.

Spring time soil and planting

June 6 Columbia County Beekeepers

Thursday, June 6 at 7 p.m. All are welcome to attend. Dr. Dewey Caron will give a report about the PNW Honeybee Survey. Linda Zahl will also talk about the blackberry nectar flow. Contact Linda Zahl at ColumbiaCountyOregonBeekeepers@ gmail.com for the zoom link or you can attend in person at the OSU Extension Office in St. Helens.

Root-bound transplants

Our unpredictable spring weather is a nightmare for nurseries that grow bedding plants. The nursery growers have to be ready to provide plants if we get a warm April but also be able to hold them until the weather improves finally in late May. This isn’t easy!

Avoid buying bedding plants (vegetables or flowers) that show signs of wilting. Those plants will be set back and may notperform as expected.

Root-bound plants are a little more complicated. The advice on herbaceous perennials and annuals has been to look at the roots and if they are circling, cut them to force new outward growth. This is not good advice. Evidence is that annuals and herbaceous perennials will root out into the surrounding soil without being cut. In fact, cutting seems to make the process worse. Remember, this applies to bedding plants, not woody plants.

Woody plants with circling roots must be unwound or the plant will not aggressively colonize the surrounding soil. The circling by itself may lead to root growth that can ultimately strangle the plant.

Are soils getting warmer yet?

It really has been cool! Soils are still quite wet and soil temperatures are also well below normal, which is no surprise. People with raised beds have fared a better since improved soil drainage leads to warmer soils. What impact does soil

temperature have on seed germination? A lot as the table on the next page reflects. The longer a seed takes to get out of the ground, the greater the chance it will decay or be eaten by something. Soil thermometers can help deciding when to plant. Push the probe about two inches deep. Temperatures about 70 degrees are just about perfect for most garden vegetables. Cooler soils work better for some crops than others.

Some ways to warm soils include:

• Clear plastic over the soil for several days before planting. It acts like a greenhouse and the sun directly warms the soil.

• Plant into a warming cycle of days.

• Row covers increase temperatures around the new plants and marginally raise soil temperatures.

• Starting transplants indoors during a cool cycle can speed the time to transplant. Once they germinate, put them outside in the day and back inside at night to warm back up.

• Of course, raised beds with or without sides warm faster. Actually, raised beds without sides makes for warmer soil but the beds can be harder to maintain.

• Move to a warmer climate, but that takes all the fun out if it and besides, those areas might not have much water in a few years.

Crabgrass isn’t quackgrass, isn’t velvet grass, etc.

Weedy grasses in lawns present a special challenge. The most common four lawn invaders are velvet grass (two species), bentgrass, quackgrass, and annual bluegrass. The first three species are perennial grasses that compete well with our plant turf varieties and the annual bluegrass is a winter annual that germinates from fall to spring when the turf is less vigorous.

Note that I didn’t list crabgrass. It is a summer annual that starts to germinate when the soil warms in late April/early May. Crabgrass (see first grass picture) will happily grow in our flower beds, vegetable gardens, driveways, and anywhere there is bare ground in the spring and summer but is rarely found in our lawns. That is because it can’t compete against lawn grasses

that have been actively growing since February. So don’t bother with crabgrass killer product here for lawns. Sadly, the products that will control the first three grasses (velvet, quack, and bent grasses) will also damage our desirable lawn species as well unless spot sprayed (or brushed on) very carefully only on the grass you want to kill. There are some herbicides that will control annual bluegrass seedlings, but they have to be applied multiple times from fall until spring. Our OSU turf experts agree that annual bluegrass (see second picture) is virtually inevitable as a lawn invader and that fertilizing to give everything a deeper green color and cutting a bit higher (2+ inches) is an option to reduce its vigor and favor the ryegrasses and fescues in your lawn mix. Fall overseeding will also help.

Many Extension publications available online

Are you putting up salsa, saving seeds, or thinking about planting kiwis? OSU has a large number of its publications available for free download. Just go to https://catalog.extension. oregonstate.edu/. Click on publications and start exploring.

Got food safety or food preservation questions?

Food Preservation recipes and fact sheets can be accessed online at: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/food/ preservation

Important notes

• Donate extra garden produce and/or money to the food bank, senior centers, or community meals programs. It always is greatly appreciated.

• The Extension Service offers its programs and materials equally to all people.

• The OSU Extension Office is fully open from 8 a.m.- 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Resource information

Oregon State University Extension Service – Columbia County 505 N. Columbia River Highway St. Helens, OR 97051 503-397-3462

Should the Port levy a tax this year?

CHIP BUBL Commissioner Port of Columbia County bubl@portofcolumbiacounty.org

For many years, the Port of Columbia County has levied a small tax of slightly less than 9 cents/$1,000 of the assessed value of a home. For a home with a tax assessed value of $300,000, the tax levied for the Port would be a little less than $27 per year, total, for the Port’s share of property taxes on that house. In the budget year 202021, the Port Commissioners chose not to levy the tax based on good revenue flow and projects that were within cost projections that we (speaking as a Port Commissioner) had. That decision not to levy our permanent tax rate continued through the current 23-24 budget. But several things have changed the Port’s fiscal

picture. First, rents and reimbursements will be (at a minimum) one million dollars less than originally projected for FY 23-24. Second, Port Westward docks need very expensive seismic upgrades based on new Oregon earthquake legislation. Third, a Port-owned property (for over 60 years) on Multnomah channel, has legacy contaminants that will need to be removed, with a cost well in the mid to high seven figures. Finally, the Scappoose Bay Marina is silting up fast and the costs to dredge and handle the spoils have sky-rocketed, calling into question whether the launch and docks are too expensive to maintain anymore. We (the Port) regularly partner with state and federal agencies to maintain and improve Port facilities. Many airport projects are 70-90%

federally and/or state funded with the remaining dollars from the Port. It’s often a similar situation with projects at the Marina and other sites where we are looking to attract and maintain high value opportunities (jobs and recreation) for our citizens. Those often require some Port matching funds and a solid fiscal position.

If we choose not to levy the tax rate the public originally voted for, it would call into question the Port’s judgement and ability to partner with private industry and local and regional government to build high quality employment opportunities, which is our core mission.

For all these reasons, I will vote yes to levy the tax this year when we meet to adopt the Port’s budget for FY 2024-25. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

June 6 13 Nights on the River

6 p.m. - 8 p.m. The Macey Gard Band and the St. Helens High School Band will play at McCormick Park. Parking available at the gravel lot behind the Recreation Center at 1810 Old Portland Road. This event is free.

June 8 Annual Kiwanis Daybreakers Secure On Site Shred Day

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. behind State Farm Insurance on Sykes Road and Hwy. 30. $5 per file box donation.

June 8 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event

8 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Columbia County Transfer Station, 1601 Railroad Ave. in St. Helens. For questions, please call Jake at 503-397-7259.

June 8 Scappoose Summer Outdoor Festival

10 a.m. - 6 p.m. at Heritage Park, 52469 SE 2nd St. in Scappoose. Kayaks, backpacking, bikes, vendors, music, food, free outdoor instruction, kid’s activities, Bird Alliance of Oregon, dunk tank, campfire stories, Grande Ronde Dancers, The Famous Scappoose Sauerkraut Sandwich, Smokey the Bear and more. This is event is free.

June 8 Scappoose Garden Club Plant Sale

9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Scappoose Middle School. Come by for great prices and a variety of plants. Proceeds to benefit community projects and scholarship.

June 13 13 Nights on the River

6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Stay’in Alive will play at McCormick Park. Parking available at the gravel lot behind the Recreation Center at 1810 Old Portland Road. This event is free.

June 15 Rose Garden Celebration

10 a.m. - noon at the Memorial Rose Garden at the Longview Public Library. June is National Rose Month and you are invited to celebrate roses. Volunteers will be available to answer questions as you tour the garden and vote for your favorite roses. There will be a fundraising raffle and children’s activities. For questions call 360-442-5300. This event is free.

June 20 13 Nights on the River

6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Lloyd Jones will play at McCormick Park. Parking available at the gravel lot behind the Recreation Center at 1810 Old Portland Road. This event is free.

June 27 13 Nights on the River

6 p.m. - 8 p.m. The Damon Castillo Band will play at McCormick Park. Parking available at the gravel lot behind the Recreation Center at 1810 Old Portland Road. This event is free.

On Going Events

Mondays

Storytime on Mondays

11 a.m. at the Columbia City Library, 2000 Second St. in Columbia City. For questions call, 503-366-8020.

Celebrate Recovery

For anyone struggling with addiction, hurts, habits, and hang-ups. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for coffee, snacks, and fellowship. The meeting starts at 7 p.m. The first Monday of each month at 6 p.m. the doors open for a free dinner. Yankton Community Fellowship, 33579 Pittsburg Road in St. Helens. 503-396-7091. Childcare is available. www.yanktoncommunityfellowship.com.

Tuesdays

Community Meals serves free community dinner

5:30 p.m. – 6 p.m. at First Lutheran Church, 360 Wyeth St., St. Helens. Doors open at 5 p.m.

Thursdays

Columbian Toastmasters

Noon – 1 p.m. Promoting positive learning and leadership through public speaking. Anyone is welcome to visit! Lunch meetings at Warren Country Inn, 56575 Columbia River Hwy, Warren, OR 97053 from 12 p.m.-1 p.m. every Thursday. Call 503-369-0329 for more information.

Fridays

Caples House Tea and Sweets

2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Caples House offers Tea and Sweets: a bottomless cup of tea with a homemade dessert. Cost is $5. In The Cottage, 1925 First Street in Columbia City. Call 503-397-5390 for more details.

Fridays – Sundays

Caples House Museum Tours

1 p.m. - 5 p.m. - Caples House Museum Tours, 1925 1st Street in Columbia City. Cost is $5. Stop by and see what has changed. Caples House Museum Tours are closed except by reservation until Friday March 1. If you’d like a tour, please call 503-397-3590.

Saturdays

Overcomers Outreach Meetings are held every Saturday at 9 a.m. at Creekside Baptist Church, 51681 SW Old Portland Road in Scappoose. Call Fred 971-757-6389.

22nd Annual Scappoose Farmers’ Market (May 4thSept. 28th)

9 a.m. - 2 p.m. next to Heritage Park in Scappoose, Oregon. Come by for nursery plants, herbs, flowers, food, handmade products by local craftsmen and more. For more information call 503-730-7429 or

www.scappoosefarmermarket. com.

Weekly Events

Resonate Recovery

Meets at 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Wednesday - Sundays. This is a Bible based, Christ-centered spiritual recovery meeting for those struggling with addictions and compulsive behavior at 220 S. 1st Street in St. Helens. Everyone is loved and welcomed. For more information call Debbie at 503-560-0521, Daniel Grant at 714-768-9327 or check the Resonate Facebook page.

Clatskanie Senior Center Lunches

Clatskanie Senior Center lunches Clatskanie Senior Center Lunches now served Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at noon at the Castle Cafe, 620 SW Tichenor. Call 503-728-3608 for reservations. Use ground floor entrance to the left of front stairs. Good parking in back off of SW Bryant Street. Castle Tours available by appointment, includes Clatskanie Historical Society museum. Call Debbie at 503-338-8268.

The Rainier Public Library is open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Fridays and 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturdays. It will be closed Sundays and Mondays.

Monthly Events

Laundry Day provided by St. Wenceslaus’ Laundromat Ministry 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Scappoose Laundromat, 52494 SW 1st Street #3531 in Scappoose. This event is held on the 3rd Saturday of every month. Winter weather conditions may cause cancellation. Bring your laundry and the rest is supplied (laundry detergent, dryer sheets and quarters). For questions call 503-543-2110.

Lower Columbia River Watershed Council Lower Columbia Watershed Council meets the second Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the Clatskanie PUD building. Zoom links are also available. Visit the council’s website for agenda postings and Zoom at www.lowercolumbiariver.org/ events-page.

Avamere at St. Helens  2 p.m. – 3 p.m. Avamere at St. Helens hosts a Virtual Dementia Support Group – 3rd Wednesday of each month. For more details, contact Jenny Hicks/ Avamere at St. Helens at 503366-8070.

To list an event in the Community Calendar, email details with a phone number that may be published for anyone that might have questions, to chronicleclassifieds@countrymedia.net, or call 503-397-0116.

or twitter.com/shchronicle

Gary L. Buchanan, age 82, of Scappoose, Oregon passed away on May 26, 2024, in Washington County. He was born in Portland, Oregon. Gary lived in Scappoose his whole life. He graduated from Scappoose High School in 1959 and went on to complete one year of college at Clark College. Gary was in the US Army from 1963 to 1965, where he was stationed in Thule, Greenland; Dugway, Utah; and Milwaukie, Wisconsin. He did various jobs throughout his life but worked his dream job and career at the Portland Fire Department for

Mary Augusta McKey (Stair), 90, of St. Helens, passed away on May 24, 2024, in Portland, Oregon. Mary was known for her loving and kind nature, always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. She was dedicated to her family and cherished spending time with her loved ones. She is survived by her daughter Patricia Smith, sons Louis (Lori) McKey and Keith McKey, as well

Richard (Dick) Melvin Armstrong Jr. passed away on May 22, 2024. Dick was born on March 16, 1942 to Fern Alberta Scott and Richard Melvin Armstrong. He grew up on a farm in Warren with his parents and three sisters: Virginia Tucker, Delores Hulsopple, and Catherine Armstrong. He had one daughter, Marci Gorton, that he loved to tell stories about

Gary L. Buchanan

27 years. In his free time, Gary enjoyed fishing, hunting, both watching and play-

as many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, siblings, and daughter, Peggy Waggoner.

Mary was a member of the Women of the Moose since 1999 and took pride in her role as a Moose member. She had a variety of hobbies that brought her joy, including playing Bingo twice a week, going to the casino, bowling, and watching game

ing baseball, and football. He was a proud member of several lodges, including the Elks, Eagles, and Moose. Gary is survived by his spouse, Evelyn Buchanan; daughters Tonee (Mitch) Voegele and Jami (Bruce) Schmid; son Mike (Amber) Buchanan; sister Karen St. Germain; grandchildren Randee (Ken) Wagner, Hailey (Doug) Nassimbene, Kenny Voegele, Ryan (Emmi) Schmid, Andrew Buchanan, Chase (Jessica) Buchanan, and Jordan Buchanan; and 11 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his father Glenn Buchanan; mother Vevel Buchanan;

shows. A celebration of life service will be held at 2 p.m. on Sat., June 8, 2024 at the Moose Lodge in St. Helens, Oregon. The service will be potluck style, allowing attendees to share in Mary’s favorite foods as they remember and honor her life.

Mary will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Her memory will live on in the hearts of those she touched.

and brother Marv Buchanan. A graveside service will be held on June 7, 2024, at 11 a.m. at Columbia Memorial Gardens in Scappoose, Oregon, where the Portland Fire Department will present fireman’s honors. A celebration of life will follow the service at the St. Helens Elks Lodge from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Donations can be mailed to the Buchanan Family at PO Box 252, Scappoose, Oregon 97056. Flowers prepared by Flora Designs in Scappoose, Oregon. Please sign our online guestbook at www.columbiafh.com.

Richard (Dick) Melvin Armstrong Jr.

March 16, 1942 ~ May 22, 2024

to everyone he met.

Dick enjoyed everything the outdoors had to offer including hunting, fishing, gardening, camping, and hiking. One of the most cherished things in his life were his dogs. He would always say, “life’s no good if you don’t have a dog by your side.”

Per his wishes, no services will be held, and his ashes will be spread at each of his favorite flyfishing spots.

Ronald “Ron” Gordon Ross March 31, 1931~ May 20, 2024

Ronald “Ron” Ross passed away May 20, 2024, at the age of 93 in Bend, Oregon. Ron was born March 31, 1931, in St. Helens, Oregon to Charles and Winefred (Murray) Ross. He grew up and attended school in St. Helens graduating with the class of 1950. Ron was drafted by the United States Army in the fall of 1952. On November 8, 1952, he married Ardis Todd at the St. Helens First Methodist Church and then returned to service and completed his two years, spending time in Germany and France during the Korean conflict. After returning from

Shirley Anne Louise Riggs Mann was born on May 9, 1942, in Yankton, Oregon to Orin and Marjorie Riggs. She was raised in the Yankton community and graduated from St. Helens High School in 1960. Shirley married Arlen Mann on December 23, 1960 and were blessed with two children.

Shirley had a passion for learning, which led her to a career in education, earning both her Bachelors and Masters degrees from Portland State University. She taught kindergarten at Rainier Elementary, Quincy-Mayger Elementary, John Gumm Elementary, Columbia City Elementary, and McBride Elementary. Mrs. Mann is remembered by countless

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service Ron began working at Boise Cascade in 1955, he stayed there until his retirement in 1992. He was

a member of the old-time paper makers club and enjoyed coffee at the Kozy with his friends. He was a member of Canaan Community Church for many years where he helped with maintenance, and Sunday school, he also served as a Deacon at that church for many years. He was an active member of the Constitution Party, and he gave to a number of Christian organizations over the years. Ron was a “motor head” and enjoyed his old hotrod. He is survived by his children; Paula Young of Bend, OR, Annette Brodrick of Mesa, AZ, Rennee Shelby of St. Helens, OR, Scott Ross of Pahrump, NV, Broc Ross of Deer Island, OR, Leslie McKay of Hayden, ID, Grant Ross of Deer Island, OR, and Heather Bennett of Deer Island, OR. 14 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife of 69 years Ardis in March of 2021 and two grandchildren. A celebration of life will be held July 13, 2024 from 11am to 2pm at Columbia City Hall. Donations in his name can be made to Columbia County Christian School. Please sign our online guestbook at www.columbiafh. com.

Shirley Anne Louise Riggs Mann May 9, 1942 ~ May 28, 2024

students and colleagues as a caring teacher who loved the challenges of educating the next generation.

Shirley was a lifelong member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She diligently served

in all leadership and teaching capacities. Some of her favorite church callings were those working with children and youth, such as Boy Scout Den Mother and Regional Girls Camp Director. Shirley had many interests and talents, including quilting, gardening, canning, and genealogy. For a time, she owned her own business, Liahona Cakes and Flowers, which provided cakes and floral arrangements for all occasions. She and Arlen traveled throughout the United States researching family history. Friends and neighbors loved her berry jams, holiday goodie plates, and fresh vegetables from her garden plot. Shirley’s green thumb wasn’t just for veg-

gies, though. Her flower beds showed off roses, daisies, lilies, azaleas, and peonies. When it came to flowers, she often said her yard couldn’t have enough blooms. Shirley is survived by her devoted family, including her husband, children, seven grandchildren, and 25 great-grandchildren. Because she loved cats so much, donations in her honor can be made to the local Columbia Humane Society at 2084 Oregon St, St. Helens, OR 97051.

A viewing will be held June 8, 2024 at 10 a.m. with a funeral to follow at 11 a.m. at the St. Helens Latter-day Saints Church. Please sign our online guestbook at www.columbiafh.com.

really enjoyed Turkish Agha, and was going to try out Delicias Restaurant this time around. Locken said she’s excited about the new options in the community. “It’s amazing. It’s walking distance from our house. I’m on my lunch break right now, and we decided to walk up here and have lunch! It’s kind of like eating around the world,” Locken said. There are so many options we didn’t have here before, and I love

that they’re doing a lot of community stuff.” Locken has kids at Scappoose High School, and she said she was so excited that they’re showing the local games on their TVs. She also said she loves the consideration the owners took for the community, like the non-alcoholic beverages on tap. Overall, Locken, like many of the others, is just excited about the expanded food options in Scappoose. The Lodge’s Facebook page already has 2.5 thousand likes.

“It’s like having ten new restaurants open,” Locken said. “It’s a good variety of food, and the community feel with it too; it’s very familyoriented, which I love.”

Mary Augusta McKey

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she said made them seem “larger than life.” Faucher now lives in Klamath Falls, but part of what drew her to the Pacific Northwest was her family’s experience in communities like Clatskanie and Astoria. “Oregon took care of them. It felt sort of like a home, even though I had never really been here before,” Faucher said. “Despite being born in New York’s north country, I’ve always felt a pull from the mouth of the Columbia.” The following is a poem

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As the quarter’s go by 1, 2, and now 3… the pounding of physical punishment

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Help Wanted

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Regular Full-Time. Apply online at www.sthelensoregon.gov. Open Until Filled. First Review Deadline: 6/7/24 @ 5 PM. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Columbia River PUD is hiring Position Name: System Engineer Salary: System Engineer $44.45 - $63.37/hr DOQ, System Engineer w/P.E.: $56.13$80.02/hr DOQ. Deadline: Open Until Filled. If you are interested in becoming a part of the Columbia River PUD team, please visit our website at www.crpud.net to view and apply for open positions or call us at 503-3971844 to have an application packet mailed to you.

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and strategy was key.

The crowds boom out with screaming cheers. Which heighten emotions and pound the ears.

Now I’m physically tired, and scores are the same. It’s the last of 4th quarter. Mental toughness and pride Now move my frame.

Finally the game is over And the score zero to zero Neither team turned out to be hero.

While the tension is over And my breathing more free I reach over and shake hands With a friend… no longer the enemy.

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Ken Cutcher’s name on the record board on the wall in the CMHS cafeteria.

PUBLIC NOTICES

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NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

Sealed bids for the City of Clatskanie, NE Park Street Pavement Overlay, will be received by the City of Clatskanie until 3:00 PM, Thursday, June 20, 2024. Bids shall be addressed to Mr. Greg Hinkelman, City Manager, 75 South Nehalem Street, P.O. Box 9, Clatskanie, OR 97016. At 3:00 PM. Bids will be opened and read aloud in the City Hall Council Chambers, Clatskanie, OR. The project consists generally of selected areas of asphalt grinding and repair, pavement overlay, and parking and walkway construction on NE Park Street for the City of Clatskanie, in Columbia County, Oregon.

Plans and specifications are available for review at the City of Clatskanie’s administrative offices, located at 75 South Nehalem Street, Clatskanie, Oregon 97016, telephone number: (503) 728-2622. No bids shall be considered unless

the Bidder is registered with the Construction Contractors Board as required by ORS 671.530. To be considered, bids must follow bidding instructions including but not limited to completion of bidding forms provided and accompanied by a 10% bid security in favor of the City of Clatskanie. Each bidder must indicate in the space provided on the Bid Proposal whether they are a Resident or NonResident Bidder, pursuant to ORS 270.029. The successful bidder will be required to possess a current Clatskanie City Business License before finalizing the Contract Agreement with the City. No bid shall be received or considered unless the bid contains a statement by the Bidder that the provisions of ORS 279.350 and Oregon Prevailing Wage Rates will be complied with if the amount of the bid equals or exceeds $50,000. Oregon Prevailing

Wage Rates, published by the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries, are available online at www.oregon.gov/BOLI. Within two (2) working hours after the date and time of the bid opening, the bidder shall submit to the City of Clatskanie a disclosure of the firsttier subcontractors, pursuant to ORS 279C.370. Failure to submit the first-tier subcontractor list will constitute a non-responsive bid. If there are no first-tier subcontractors mark “NONE” on the submittal. The City of Clatskanie reserves the right to reject any or all bids not in compliance with all prescribed bidding procedures and requirements, may reject for good cause all bids upon a finding of the agency it is in the public interest to do so, and may waive all informalities. No bidder may withdraw or modify his bid prior to the lapse of thirty (30) days after the bid opening.

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2nd NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING

A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Columbia River Fire & Rescue, Columbia County, State of Oregon, where deliberation of the Budget Committee will take place to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, will be held at 58611 McNulty Way, St. Helens OR 97051. The meeting will take place on June 12, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. If needed, a second meeting will take place on June 13, 2023, at 6:00 p.m., should the Budget Committee need additional time to approve the budget. The purpose of this meeting is to receive the budget message and budget

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document, as well as providing members of the public opportunity to ask questions or comment on the budget document. This is a public meeting where deliberation of the Budget Committee will take place. Any person may appear at the meeting and discuss the proposed programs with the Budget Committee. A copy of the budget document and a link for the upcoming meeting will be made available for review on the District’s website https:// www.crfr.com/administrative no later than June 11, 2024. The budget meeting will be a hybrid meeting, with the option to attend in person or

via Microsoft Teams. Should you wish to speak during the public hearing portion of the meeting, you may sign up by completing the form on the District’s webpage at crfr.com or calling 48 hours prior to the meeting. Written comments may be provided in advance of the meeting by sending an email to lehnerk@crfr.com If you desire to participate in the public hearing and are unable to provide written comments at least 48 hours in advance of the public hearing, please contact Kate Lehner, 270 Columbia Blvd, St Helens, OR 97051 (Phone No. 503-3972990) prior to the scheduled meeting time. 06/05.

36050 Construction Way, Saint Helens, OR 97051, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, as stated below, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the Court or Personal Representative. Dated and first published on June 5, 2024 06/05. IN THE CIRUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COLUMBIA

Probate Department Case No. 24PB04354 Notice to interested persons: In the matter of the Estate of Melvin E. Moore, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Rodney Moore has been appointed Personal Representative. All persons having claims against the Estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative, Rodney Moore at:

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NOTICE OF MONTHLY BOARD MEETING

The Board of Directors for Clatskanie School District 6J will hold their monthly Board meeting, Tuesday, June 11, 2024 @ 6:30 p.m. at the Clatskanie Elementary Library, 815 Nehalem or via Zoom. Please see our website at www.csd.k12.or.us for a zoom link.

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The agenda includes but is not limited to: Superintendent and Principal’s reports, financial report, policy updates and the consent agenda. The public is encouraged to attend. Following the board meeting there will be an executive sessions 192.660 (2)(d) To conduct deliberations with

persons designated by the governing body to carry on labor negotiations. 192.660 (2) (i) To review and evaluate the employment-related performance of the chief executive officer of any public, body, a public officer, employee or staff member who does not request an open hearing.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COLUMBIA

Probate Department

In the Matter of the Estate of BECKY DIANE FRAZIER, Deceased. Case No. 24PB02809 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS Proceedings for this estate have been commenced. Claims against the estate may be presented to the personal representative listed below. Any person who has a claim against the estate must present the claim to the personal representative not later than four months

after the date of the publication of this notice at the following address: 52490 Southeast Second Street, Suite 100, Scappoose, OR 97056. Any claim not presented within this time period may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the estate proceeding may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, the personal representative, or the attorney for the personal representative. Dated

and published on: June 5th 2024. Stanley C. Frazier, Personal Representative 8241 Iris Street Milwaukie, OR 97267 Phone: (503) 880-9265 Attorney for Personal Representative: Aaron J. Trukositz, OSB No. 204618 LOWER COLUMBIA LAW GROUP LLC 52490 Southeast Second Street, Suite 100 Scappoose, Oregon 97056 Phone: (503) 543-4800 Fax: (888) 5434806 Email: aaron@lowercolumbialaw.com 06/05.

St. Helens Gold Star Marker Dedication

SUBMITTED

On a spectacular Memorial Day, The Gold Star Marker, sponsored by the St. Helens Garden Club and other community groups and corporations, was dedicated by Jane Sercombe, OSFGC, Inc. Blue and Gold Star Marker Chairman, with the assistance of Jane Eggleston, Co-President and Kathie Hupp, Vice President of the St. Helens Garden Club.

A special touch added for the location was the painting of the three hearts in Red White and Blue and bearing the Gold Star Family motto – HONOR, HOPE, and HEALING.

Although no official Flyover occurred, there was a beautiful fly-over of a pair of Bale Eagles several times during the ceremony. A fitting tribute to the day attended by over 100 people.

This Marker is a special part of the new Gold Star Family National Highway along Highway 30 from Astoria to Atlantic City, New Jersey. There were several moments when tears were shed including the reading by Gaye Stewart, Past OSFGC, Inc. President, the play-

Kiwanis Day Breakers to host local

Kiwanis Day Breakers Club in St. Helens is sponsoring a shred day on June 8. Residents can bring old files, personal information, and documents for secure shredding while they watch.

A truck from Shred Northwest will be available to help people securely dispose of whatever paper materials they need.

Bring material to be shredded to the parking lot behind the State Farm Insurance building at Sykes Road and Highway 30 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. The cost is $5 per file-sized box. Volunteers help people unload their cars when they arrive.

For larger businesses or people looking to shred more than 100 boxes, Kiwanis member and organizer Stan Chiotti said they offer a deal. Chiotti said that the event is essentially a community service and a way to give back; the money they get for shredding boxes mostly goes to cover the cost of renting the truck.

Chiotti said it’s hard to gauge how many people will turn out, but the truck can hold around 50 garbage cans of shredded paper. Chiotti said that people should “come early” because they hate to turn people away, but sometimes the truck fills up quickly.

Contact Stan Chiotti at 503-396-1274 if you have questions or concerns.

SHSD’s May Community Impact Awards

SUBMITTED BY SHSD

At the board meeting on May 22, 2024, St. Helens School Board members Bill Amos, Melody Killins, and Kellie Jo Smith presented Community Impact Awards to Lisa Scholl, Kayla deGroot, and Amelie Rousseau.

The awards are presented to a student, a staff member, and a community member to recognize their contributions to the St. Helens School District.

Lisa Scholl

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Lisa Scholl

Lisa received this honor in recognition of her commitment and tireless efforts to support the St. Helens High School Band Patrons, consistently enriching the program and demonstrating the true spirit of community service.

Lisa Scholl has been an invaluable member of the St. Helens Band Patrons organization for many years, currently serving as the Public Relations Chair. Her dedication to the band program’s success is evident in the countless hours she volunteers at events and fundraisers. Lisa’s tireless efforts and unwavering commitment have significantly enriched both the program and the community, as she consistently demonstrates the true spirit of community service.

In her role as Public Relations Chair, Lisa effectively communicates about the program, ensuring that the events and student achievements receive the attention they deserve. Beyond her PR duties, Lisa single-handedly manages the Script fundraiser program, which is vital to the organization’s financial health. Her organizational skills and dedication ensure its success year after year.

Lisa also dedicates her time to helping coordinate the Marching Band camp and is committed to providing a seamless and enjoyable experience for all participants.

Lisa’s involvement doesn’t stop at logistical support; she brings a warm smile and a supportive personality to every event. She makes stu-

dents feel accepted, encouraged, and supported, which is crucial for their growth and confidence.

Lisa’s impact on students is profound. Her presence and support help create a nurturing environment where students can thrive. The hard work and dedication of our band and guard students are complemented by the kind, supportive presence of parents like Lisa. She embodies the values of acceptance and encouragement, making a significant difference in the lives of our students.

Kayla deGroot

Kayla deGroot is known for her outstanding contributions and exemplary behavior as a St. Helens Virtual Academy student. Kayla embodies the qualities of clear communication, attention to detail, proactivity, and self-driven education. Her dedication to excellence sets a high standard for others to follow, and her contributions to the learning community are truly commendable.

One of Kayla’s most notable attributes is her keen observant nature. She has a remarkable ability to notice and understand even the subtlest details in her surroundings, allowing her to grasp concepts quickly and effectively. This observational skill is not only evident in her academic pursuits but also in her interactions with teachers. One of her teachers noted, “I have been able to use her feedback to improve the educational experience for all of my students. Kayla asks questions when she notices changes or when things don’t make sense.”

Kayla is a clear and responsive communicator. She articulates her thoughts and ideas with precision and clarity, ensuring that her messages are understood by all. Her ability to communicate effectively fosters collaboration and enhances the learning environment for everyone involved. Kayla has taken control of her own education, demonstrating a proactive attitude

towards learning. She actively seeks out opportunities for growth and development, taking ownership of her academic journey. Her initiative and self-motivation serve as an inspiration to her peers and contribute to her overall success as a student.

Rousseau’s dedication and innovative approach have transformed St. Helens High School’s Culinary Arts program into a beacon of creativity and excellence. By incorporating interactive and hands-on learning, Chef Rousseau engages students who love to move and create, providing them with a tangible product they can take pride in.

Chef Rousseau excels at connecting with struggling students. She runs a tight ship, maintaining high expectations and a rigorous curriculum. Her students respect her immensely and work hard to meet her standards. Her classes are a model of rigor and relevance, challenging students to achieve their best. Beyond the classroom, Chef Rousseau’s impact is felt throughout the school community. Each month, her Lion Catering students plan and create snacks for staff professional development sessions, and they recently provided gelato for the staff end-of-year event. This approach not only saves the school from buying processed snacks but also instills a deep sense of pride and ownership in the students as they see their work appreciated by the staff.

Chef Rousseau has a special gift for helping students gain confidence, a trait that extends far beyond culinary skills. The growth seen in her Culinary Arts students from the beginning of the year to the end is remarkable. Many students at St. Helens High School have been uplifted by her confident, caring, and fun demeanor, which will benefit them in all aspects of their lives and future endeavors.

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The shred truck taking care of business.

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Kayla deGroot

Amelie Rousseau

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Chef Amelie

of Taps, and Amazing

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Gold Star Family motto, “Honor, Hope, and Healing”

SHHS, CMHS softball season wrap up

LOHRE Country Media,

The softball season has wrapped up for St. Helens and Clatskanie. After successful regular seasons, both schools’ playoff runs ended in the state quarterfinals. The Columbia County Chronicle & Chief reached out to the coaches for both teams to get their insight on how the season went and how they are feeling now that it’s over.

St. Helens High School

The Lions had an amazing season, ending their year with a 20-5 record after bowing out in the 4A state championships against rival program Scappoose. The game was a heartbreaker, and Head Coach Miranda Little said she and her team weren’t ready for the season to end.

“There were definitely tears after the game,” Little said. “None of us were ready for this season to be

over. We were coming into a nice groove, and we fell short this time.”

The score of their quarterfinal loss against Scappoose was 2-1. Little said the game changed in the fifth inning, and though the Lions never surrendered, they couldn’t get over the hump.

“It all came down to the timing of hits. It was a pitcher’s duel, and Scappoose was able to get two runners on in the fifth, and we got the second out. Anytime

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there are two outs, that’s when things happen. Base runners are on the move because they don’t have to tag up,” Little said. “Scappoose hit a bloop shot to no man’s land behind second base and were able to score two runners. And that’s all it took. We never gave up and ended up scoring a run in the sixth inning.”

Despite the tough loss, Little said there were plenty of highlights during the season, none more impressive than the athlete’s growth and determination to reach the next level. Both defensively and offensively, the team was connected. The team was well-rounded, and Little said hits were coming from all over the batting order.

“From year to year these athletes are improving. At the beginning of the season we made some great plays individually, but by the end of the season we were a well-oiled machine,” Little said. “The athletes really just blended together so effortlessly this year.”

Some of the athletes who made the season a success. As with many high schools, the seniors were the leaders of the program. Pitcher Ava Eib and catcher Emmaleigh Carver worked well together throughout the season. The two were reunited this season after Carver missed last season due to a broken ankle.

Offensively, Little said that senior Aidan Moore had a great season at the plate. Moore proved herself to be a batter who thrives under pressure, able to deliver a hit right when the team needed it. Little said the seniors are “four of the best humans she knows.”

“Not only on the field, but as people, and it was a successful season largely in part by the tone that they set

ACROSS

1. House pest

6. Emergency responder, acr.

9. Meme dance moves

13. Below, prefix

14. Swimmer’s distance

15. Not urban

16. Take a base

17. Grazing spot

18. Stressful or unnerving

19. *Clint Eastwood’s “Space ____”

21. *First U.S. space station

23. Salty dog’s domain

24. Fail to mention

25. Spermatozoa counterpart

28. Ukrainian person, e.g.

30. State of submission

35. Network of nerves

37. Muscle or strength

39. ____ Mara, Africa

40. Shapeless form

41. Cliffside dwelling

43. *Saturn’s environs, sing.

44. Poetic feet

46. Darn a sock, e.g.

47. Per person

48. Rendezvouses

50. Mine entrance

52. After-tax amount

53. Litter’s littlest

55. French vineyard

on how we treat each other, working strongly as a team, and being supportive,” Little said.

While it’s hard to think about next season, Little said the future is bright, with a number of underclassmen ready to step up to the plate next season. Junior Maddy Lahey and freshman Eme Curaming were stalwarts on the left side of the field, while sophomores Madelyn Hancock and Addy Ellis locked down the basepaths.

“Eme is a lefty slapper who started the season on JV and ended up being an athlete that the varsity needed in the lineup,” Little said. “There are other athletes that started to do that same thing as well. So, we as coaches are very excited for more seasons with such hard-working individuals.”

Though they wanted to keep going, next year will offer the Lions another chance to go again.

Clatskanie

Middle/High School

The Tigers bowed out of the 2A/1A state playoffs in the quarterfinals against Willamina on May 24. CMHS ended the season with a 20-8 record, and Head Coach Teauna Hughes is “really happy with the team.”

“We did not end on the note that we wanted, but we did have a lot of great moments! We are a very young team, losing only one senior this year. I am excited for the next few years of Tiger Softball,” Hughes said. “We have a lot of talent, and we have a very fun group.”

While the future is bright, senior and captain Paige Taylor will leave some big shoes to fill. Both offensively and defensively, Taylor was a big piece of the team’s identity this year.

Hughes said Taylor leads the defense in the outfield, guiding and directing her fellow outfielders. Offensively, she was lead hitter, utilizing her “poise, confidence, and good eye for pitches at the plate.”

As previously mentioned, the team seems ready to take on the new responsibilities next year. Hughes talked about some of this season’s standouts in addition to Taylor.

“Our Captains Taylor, Karielle Carlson, and Joey Sizemore led and guided this team to all the success that we had,” Hughes said. “Of course, Joey Sizemore led us in the circle and at the plate with the stats to prove it. Karielle Carlson really stepped it up for us defensively at first base making some tremendous plays while finding her swing and putting her swing on her pitches.”

The stats she referenced are impressive. The Tigers had five student-athletes with a batting average of .350 or higher, with Sizemore leading the team with a .628 batting average. As a team CMHS combined for 32 home runs between five players: Sizemore with 13, Carlson with eight, Emma Parmley with six, Olivia George with four, and Payton Taylor with one. With exciting young talent, it only makes sense that the Tigers chomping at the bit going into next year.

“I am excited for this group,” Hughes said. “This group is hungry and will be ready to hit the ground running as soon as the season starts up again in February. The girls are very close with one another; they work well together, and they know when to have fun and how to tone it down and get to work.”

57. *Sun’s outer layer, not beer brand

60. *Second S in ISS

64. Ancient Celtic priest

65. Sun kiss

67. “Mea ____,” or “my fault”

68. *”From the Earth to the Moon” author

69. In the past

70. Judge

71. Education station

72. Order’s partner

73. Food between meals

DOWN

1. Reduced Instruction Set Computer

2. “I’m ____ you!”

3. Not many (2 words)

4. Dungeness and snow, e.g.

5. *Circles of light around sun and moon

6. 90-degree pipes, e.g.

7. *____ Jamison, the first African-American woman in space

8. Tetanus symptom

9. Two-fold 10. Diva’s solo 11. Prickle on a wire

12. Sylvester Stallone’s nickname

15. Johnny Cash’s “Get ____”

20. Churchill/Roosevelt/ Stalin meeting site

22. Model-builder’s purchase

24. Gorge oneself

25. *Planet’s path

26. Type of consonant

27. Skeleton, archaic

29. Attention-getting interjection

31. Like pink steak

32. Of the Orient

33. Jousting pole

34. *____-year

36. Opposite of

Courtesy photo from OSAA’s Facebook page

The team maintained its crown as the best in the state and capped off its sterling season with a gold medal and

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St. Helens just couldn’t quite pull it out in the quarterfinals against Scappoose May 24.

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The 2024 Clatskanie Middle/High School softball team.

Bailey Adamson Toby Aguilar Jocilynn Amini Abigail Andersen

Keira Augustus Mitchell Barroso Lucas Bazzani Olivia Beck

Shelby Bennett Jeremiah Bertlow Kaden Biggs-Wright Skyler Bjornstrom-Brooks

Kamila Bogusz Cody Boring Damien Burgard Parker Burgess

Piper Carlson Emmaleigh Carver Kailynn Chacon Emorie Chilton Kaitlyn Christensen Isabelle (Zero) Nyrean Cissney Ayla Clark

Chloee Claughton

Megan Cobabe Samuel Cooke Charley Rea-Ann Cramer

Preston Cruz Elijah Davis-Marsh Alexander Decker Piper Dews Wyatt Dingman

Aden Dixon Carter Dixon Kaitlyn Duke Ava Eib Alexander Ellis Braden Ellis Mason Erickson Parker Evans

St. Helens High School

Landen Evans-Cox

Kaylin Gardner Jayce Graham Karen Grogan Shanice Gunn Makenna Hardin Katrina Harrington Dakota Harris

Gabriella Harrison

Dorian Harwood Ashton Hawley Brice Henrickson

Hobbs Jacob Horne

Hudspeth

Jordan Johnson Justin Johnson Logan Johnston

Michael

Wyatt Littleton Felix Lizama Sydnee Long

Gracie Pense Lucie

Clatskanie High School

Class of 2024

Rainier High School

Class of 2024

Nikiquoia Ausmus Hailey Baldwin Jayce Barnes Jack Bergman Marcus Blain Ayden Boursaw Christyl Castle Fallon Champion

Taylor Crawford Zoa Culbertson Maddex Davis Jessica Henry Arabella Isaacson Jordan Isaacson Norman Isbell Chris Knaus

Megan Kratka Evan Lien Charles Lockridge Wheeler

Martinez Gauge McAllister

McDonnell Jadee McLeod Matthew Nallion Lee

Julia Barnes Lotta Bayer Colby Biddix

Gabriel Fair Marta Fernandez Delaney Fortelney Kurston Fortner

Ava Heath Derek Katon Bergen Keplinger

Lagers Damon LaRue

Ella Mooty Sylvia Nation

Sarah Sarr Cristofer Torres Makayla Victory Wade Widme Jacethen Wilson Patience Yeramian

Scappoose High School

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Photos

Kelli Nicholson

Photos by Kelli Nicholson