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Independence residents killed in plane crash

Two Independence residents and a Salem man were killed Saturday when their plane collided with powerlines on Hoffman Road.

At 4:55 p.m., Polk County emergency responders received a call about a plane crash on Hoffman Road. According to the Independence Police Department, an initial investigation found the plane crashed into power lines, resulting in a small brush fire and a power outage. The plane was traveling, amidst heavy fog, to the Independence State Airport from McMinnville.

The crash killed all three people on board.

The deceased are identified as pilot Mohammad Hussain Musawi, 35, of Independence, and passengers Mohammad Bashir Safdari, 35, of Independence, and Ali Jan Ferdawsi, 29, of Salem.

According to media reports, officials from the Afghan Support Network confirmed all three were refugees from Afghanistan.

No other passengers were on the plane and no other deaths or injuries have been discovered.

The owner of the plane was not on board when it crashed.

“I commend the collaborative efforts of all the agencies involved

to secure the area, investigate the incident with sensitivity, and provide timely information to our residents,” said Chief Robert Mason. “My heart goes out to the deceased and the pain their families are experiencing — our entire department mourns with you during this time.”

The investigation into the plane crash is now under the authority of the Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board. Independence police detectives will assist when needed.

Hoffman Road will remain closed until power crews complete their repairs to restore power to the area.

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Polk County Fire District 1 firefighter Lucas Martin assists at the scene of a plane crash that killed three Saturday after hitting power lines on Hoffman Road.

Toys for Tots donations down, but there’s still time to help

Polk County Corrections plans forums, training to improve equity

Free Christmas dinner bringing neighbors together

By DON CURRIE Itemizer-Observer

By LANCE MASTERSON For The Itemizer-Observer

Toy donations are down across Polk County.

“I don’t know the exact percentages. I’ve been hearing from the other charity groups that we’re down about 40 percent this year on donations,” said Traci Weston, Polk County coordinator for Toys for Tots and the Monmouth-Independence Christmas Project.

The drop-off in donations was even greater at the Monmouth Bi-Mart store.

“We only got half the stuff we got last year through the Bi-Mart Toy Drive, which is the biggest local toy drive that we do in Monmouth and Independence,” said Weston.

Donations are also down in Dallas and Rickreall, said Weston, though Falls City’s numbers remain consistent with past years.

Host site for these toy drives is the Dallas Walmart.

“It’s just kind of hit and miss with our donation sites,” said Weston.

“But we’re pulling together. We’re working, and we’ll meet the need.

But we’ll be working a lot harder

See TOYS, page A6

PHOTO BY DAVID HAYES

Students from LaCreole Middle School finish a West African Dance with a flourish while illuminated by vests they programmed as part of the traveling Code Can Dance program.

Code Can Dance program illuminates students learning

By DAVID HAYES Itemizer-Observer

With their peers departed at the end of a school day, a group of LaCreole Middle School students took the stage before proud faculty members to show off what they’d learned from one extracurricular activity just hours before.

When the lights dimmed in the cafeteria Dec. 12, the stage was illuminated by vests lined by LED lights the students programmed to respond to sound and dance they’d learned

under the tutelage of Darryl Thomas for his program Code Can Dance.

A Western Oregon University professor of dance, Thomas has taken Code Can Dance on the road to about 150 schools over the last five years thanks to a $2,250 grant from the Dallas Community Foundation to give kids a new and exciting exposure to coding.

“Using Java Script, the students enter and change codes into the computer, creating patterns, ones that are even sound responsive,” Thomas

said. “They’re learning to create the pattern using math.”

He said the response of the students who volunteer to take Code Can Dance has been great.

“The kids love it. They’re really excited, getting to see coding in a different way,” Thomas said.

“They’re using dance, using arts, coding to something they can wear – versus something they watch, like a robot.”

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A recent study found people were generally treated fairly in the Polk County probation system. However, several areas of concern showed up, including American Indian/Native Alaskans saying corrections officers don’t understand their culture, a significant number of people in the system and probation officers agreeing that race and gender are “factors for some in disparate treatment,” and men saying they were treated more harshly than women.

The study, titled “Increasing Justice Program Equity by Understanding Successes, Barriers, and Needs to Plan and Apply Responsive Strategies,” was funded by a $35,000 grant from the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission. It was overseen by Jodi Merritt, Polk County Community Corrections director, and consultant David J. Guile of Sounds of Silence Inc. The study sent questionnaires to “clients” of the Community Corrections department and received 114 responses. It also surveyed probation officers and included follow-up focus groups.

Parole officers were seen as doing a good job working with people under corrections supervision, with 96% of those saying they were listened to and understood, and 87% See PLANS, page A6

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LOVE GOOD FOOD & GOOD WINE?

Independence Police Department increasing traffic patrol into 2024 The Independence Police

Department will conduct high visibility traffic

patrol for the remainder of December and into

January 2024 to discourage motorists from being under the influence of alcohol

and drugs. This is in partnership with the Oregon Impact and the National Highway Traffic Safety

Administration, intending to reduce the number of

driving under the influence

of intoxicants related motor vehicle deaths and injuries.

Last year, Independence

had 19 DUII-related arrests.

The Independence Police

Department implores motorists to never get behind

the wheel while impaired.

When in doubt, err on the side of caution and find

another way to get to your

destination, such as calling for a ride or using public transportation.

The IPD is committed

to ensuring the safety of everyone on and off the

road in our community. In

2024, the IPD will continue to increase traffic patrol,

focusing on speed, safety belt usage, and distracted driving.

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So does Hazel’s on Main in Monmouth

By LANCE MASTERSON For The Itemizer-Observer

If you believe wine is better with food, or vice versa, then this establishment could be the place for you.

Hazel’s on Main is located at the former Crush Wine Bar & Tasting Room, 105 Main St. E, in Monmouth. “(Hazel’s) is essentially a tasting room with excellent food,” owner Nancy Anderson said. “It’s really fun to talk to people and try and figure out what kind of wine they might like, if they’re not sure. It’s like being the wine whisperer.”

Any suggestions Anderson makes are based on years of experience. She left the business world some 20 years ago in search of something different, something rooted in her home state.

“I wanted a change of pace,” she said. “I wanted to do something that was distinctively Oregon.”

The desire to keep it local led Anderson to the wine industry. She paid her dues, working her way up from grocery store tastings to owning PHOTO BY LANCE MASTERSON her own business.

Nancy Anderson (pictured) owns Hazel’s on Main in downtown Monmouth. The restaurant caters to Along the way, she worked those who appreciate the art of pairing food with wine. at Coelho Winery in Amity, helped open the tasting room Valley will help bring in prefer those,” Anderson said.

“They were in everything Just in case good wine, for One Love Cellars (a bou“There’s also some heavier we cooked, and all the baked good food and friendly, tique winery near Turner) and some of those bigger reds reds that aren’t my favorites. goods we made.” knowledgeable staff are not did marketing for WillaKenzie that people are interested in, but definitely keeping it But I know a lot of people Hazelnuts are featured in enough of a draw, take into Estate.

Oregon-focused.” like Cab Franc or something some menu items, including There’s also a family account the old world charm Anderson is not locked into similar. So I definitely want to a “handful” that comes with connection. Husband Steve of the building itself. her current inventory. keep those on the menu.” charcuterie. They’re also in Anderson is a winemaker at “It’s just a charming old “As we sell through the Commitment to her home the sauce for the chicken Eola Hills Wine Cellars in building. People like that it’s existing items, the wines on state is reflected in her restau- Romesco. These creations Rickreall. different; that it’s not new. the menu, I don’t really feel rant’s name. come from chef Marshall “Being married to a wineIt’s not a chain restaurant,” like I have to replace them “I want to keep the food Haueter, who remains from maker has definitely kept me Anderson said. “They notice with the same wines from the local, regional and seasonal. the Crush Wine Bar days. involved with all the wine you’re trying to do something same wineries. I’m open to And the name Hazel, as in “We talked a little bit activities and harvests, and that other places around here trying new ones. So as I talk Hazel’s on Main, is for the about the menu, but it’s just getting to know a lot of aren’t doing.” to people, or as they approach hazelnut,” she explained. basically Marshall’s crepeople in the wine business.

Anderson purchased the me with new ideas, I can add It’s an apt name, given the ation,” Anderson said. “So It’s definitely made me a lot restaurant from John Bracken, wines that way,” she said. state’s importance to hazelnut he’s changed it to be a little more knowledgeable about who owned Crush Wine Bar Nor is she limited by perproduction. more tapas style, with sharing wines and wineries,” she said. & Tasting Room, in August. sonal preferences.

“I don’t know if many plates, and he added more Customers will find the Waiter Joel Yasin made the “I’m trying not to be too people know this, but the Mediterranean flavors.” selection at Hazel’s on locked into my personal taste Willamette Valley produces The online menu is divided transition and is on her staff.

Main to be varied yet local.

Hours are 3-10 p.m., like 99 percent of the nation’s into hot dishes, hot sandChoices are not limited to the because I know there are Wednesday through Saturday. plenty of wines that I don’t hazelnut crop,” she said. “I wiches, salads, and soups Willamette Valley.

According to the restaucare for that other people love. never really looked at it that and starters. A sampling of “I don’t feel like we really rant’s website, “Winemaker I don’t want to rule out a wine way before, as a big crop for Haueter’s offerings include need to add California wines Wednesdays” feature local just because it’s not my favor- the state.” camarones al ajillo (shrimp or Washington wines. I think wineries providing compliite,” she said.

Instead, she looked upon it in spicy garlic sauce), braised Oregon has so much to offer mentary tastings from 6-8 p.m.

Take the sweeter wines, for as part of her childhood. beef sandwiches, Moroccan that we’ll be able to have a Also from the website, really complete wine menu, example.

“Growing up, my grandbeet salad and baked brie since we’ve got everything “I’m not a big sweet father raised hazelnuts. I served with apple chutney and all drinks are $1 off during Happy Hours, 3-6 p.m., weekfrom sparkling to Cabernets wine drinker. But I want to just knew we got nuts from baguette slices. days. The discount is good on here,” she said. “But I think keep some sweet wines on grandpa. We always had them Vegan and vegetarian going beyond the Willamette beer, cider, wine and cocktails. the menu for people who in our house,” she added. options are also available.

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The following Western students were recipients of the Bilingual Teachers scholarship: Miriam Hernandez, Maria Salazar, Keysel Emeterio, Evelyn Estrada, Diana Cabrera, Alessandra Ramirez, Areli Gomez and Vanessa Quintero.

“Unitus is proud to partner with Western on the Bilingual Teacher Scholars Program for this critical community need,” said Steve Stapp, Unitus president/CEO. “It’s our honor to help prepare the next wave of teachers in Oregon through scholarship support so new students will have bilingual teachers who understand their needs, connect with them on

a cultural level, and can meet them where they’re at.”

At a reception in their honor, the recipients shared their stories and their inspiration for pursuing a career in education.

“I want to be a teacher who will support students like me.

I do not want any child to feel as if they are alone and I want my students to know that I can relate to them,” said Quintero, WOU Professor Leslie Watanabl scholarship recipient and a Another scholarship recipjunior at Western. She added ient, Maria Salazar, said this that not only does she want to scholarship will allow her to support students but also their complete her education so she families and believes that crecan help children feel a sense ating strong connections will of belonging. help everyone learn and grow “I don’t want kids to feel together. out of place or fall behind because they don’t speak West Valley Housing Authority will hold their English. I want to be that Board Meeting on Wednesday, December change and be there for the students who need me,” 27, 2023 beginning at 12:00 p.m. at 204 Salazar said.

SW Walnut in Dallas, Oregon. An Executive Session pursuant to ORS 192.660 will be held immediately following the Regular Meeting, if required. Agenda for the meeting is posted on the Housing Authority website at www.wvpha.org. The location for the meeting is handicapped accessible. Please advise the West Valley Housing Authority if you need any special accommodations to attend the meeting or wish to attend via zoom. For information, please call 503-623-8387, VRS (877) 326-3877.

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Polk County Itemizer-Observer • December 20, 2023

County approves compromise ambulance service plan

By DAVID HAYES Itemizer-Observer

Facing dueling proposals to map ambulance service within Polk County, the commissioners instead approved a compromise solution that all sides agreed was a good start.

Southwest Polk Fire District was looking to assume its own ambulance service area after providing mutual aid to Dallas Fire & EMS since late 2021.

Meanwhile, the city of Dallas worried ceding too much territory to SW Polk, to allow them service nearer their three new stations, would cut into their general funds with less ambulance calls of their own.

Greg Hansen, county administrative officer, told the commissioners staff devised a third option to divide Polk County into seven ASAs. Hansen explained ASA 2 that used to be served by Amity/ McMinnville, will be eliminated as a delivery partner and their territory incorporated as SW Polk’s. A large portion of Dallas’s northern ASA was also incorporated into SW Polk’s, centered on their Rickreall and Salt Creek Stations. The territory around their Bridgeport Station, on Kings Valley Highway between Dallas and Falls City, would remain in Dallas’s ASA. “It came down to three stations, but only two

ambulances. You can’t serve all three equally until they (SW Polk) expand,” Hansen said.

He added staff wanted to maintain the number of ambulances the county already had but didn’t want to encroach on Dallas too much where they had to consider reducing ambulances available.

“This is a big mutual aid county. Not every one entity can provide service necessary for their entity. They rely upon each other. This is a system.

It’s not about each individual fire district who is providing that service,” Hansen said.

Dallas City Manager Brian Latta, who argued on behalf of Dallas Fire & EMS, said the city is happy with the commissioners’ decision.

“I think they’re looking out for the best interests of the citizens of the county and Dallas will be able to respond appropriately with this map,” Latta said.

Pointing at the map posted on the commissioner’s meeting room, Latta explained the county staff solution took a little out of the northwest portion of Dallas’s ASA, bringing the border a little bit closer down to city limits on Highway 223E, west of Highway 99.

“That was enough of a compromise for us,” he said.

SW Polk Fire Chief Fred Hertel agreed it was a good

first start that recognized assigning units closest to a service call.

“It’s a great first step. It improves service to county citizens,” Hertel said.

He added also gives citizens a better understanding of how the system works, “drawing attention to the fact the closest unit may not necessarily be the one providing service.”

Polk County’s ASA map was last altered in 2012.

Commissioner Craig Pope said it has been a long slog to get to this decision, as he himself helped as the county representative on the ASA Committee.

He felt it important for representatives on this map to get the best opportunities they could while making a decision would not soon be regretted.

“I think ASA 2 is a signifGRAPHIC CONTRIBUTED icant compromise and Dallas Polk County Commissioners have approved new boundaries for ambuhas given up quite bit to get to lance service.

Dallas Fire & EMS will serve Area 6, and Southwest Polk Fire that space. I think SW Polk is District will serve Area 2. working hard to demonstrate their capabilities for that kind of assignment,” Pope said. manage that. It will be our as efficiently as possible,” revisiting primary vs second“But I wasn’t ready to give Gordon said. ary calls in the future operaresponsibility to ensure each SW Polk a full fire district for tions plan,” Pope added.

Hansen said next the county of these ASAs are performing an ambulance delivery system must incorporate the new map County Chairman Jeremy at the level the overall plan because a two-year-old model Gordon agreed the ASA plan into its overall service plan. that’s growing is trying to asks them to,” Hansen said.

First, staff must coordinate should be revisited in a year. get its footing under it. They He added the county with 911 on how to modify “The role of the county to have made a commitment emergency calls, as the old help convene these conversadoesn’t technically have a to keep growing out of their ASA map was still in place as deadline to get the overall Bridgeport station. They are a tions. We are not a provider ourselves, but we serve all the of last week’s commissioner’s viable secondary for Dallas. plan to the state, but expects meeting. folks in your service areas.

“We certainly can have it to take between six months “Polk County has to deterAnd we want to make sure conversations going forward and a year. in the ASA committee process, everybody is working together mine how we’re going to

Free first day hike at Champoeg State Heritage area Jan. 1 The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is partnering with America’s State Parks for free guided First Day Hikes in state parks on New Year’s Day, Jan. 1.

Information about the hike hosted at Champoeg State Heritage Area: Join on a 1-mile, out-andback History Hike through fields and forest. Champoeg played a vital role in early Oregon history, and learn about the different groups of people who were drawn to this site and why. Visit the location of the Champoeg town site, see original town site artifacts, visit the location of the 1843 vote to create the first government in the Northwest, and see views of the Willamette River.

The hike starts at 11 a.m.

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needed for you to participate, contact Park Ranger Matt Huerter, (971) 719-6318.

Requests must be submitted at least three days prior to Jan. 1.

The $5 day-use parking fee is waived that day for all state parks that require a parking permit and are open.

Share photos of First Day Hikes via social media by using the hashtag #ORfirstdayhikes.

First Day Hikes is a national initiative to welcome the coming year in the outdoors, promote exercise and encourage connecting with nature. The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department has participated since 2012.

building in the Riverside Dayuse Area, 8239 Champoeg Rd NE, Saint Paul.

The path is fully paved, with a couple of switchbacks and minor elevation gains overall. However, no dogs allowed on this hike.

Participants should dress in layers, wear sturdy shoes appropriate for ice and snow, and bring water and snacks, as well as a camera or binoculars for wildlife viewing.

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Polk County Itemizer-Observer • December 20, 2023

‘Twas the First Night of Christmas

By DAVID CARLSON PASTOR (with Thanks To Clement Clark Moore)

‘Twas the first night of Christmas in the village of Bethlehem.

All the livestock quieted, every donkey, goat, and lamb.

Children snuggled under thick blankets, in bed for the night, Adrift in sweet dreams of dancing Hannukah candlelight.

But parents gazed at a shining star o’er the town, Which strangely never moved sideways or up or down.

“It’s God’s sign”, some believed, “of unknown wonders to come”.

Others mocked them, “It’s nothing, just a reflection from the sun.”

On a near hill shepherds watched their flocks of sheep Who lay in soft grass for a long night of sleep.

When suddenly a bright light beamed and what should appear?

A magnificent angel, high above and drawing near!

The shepherds were terrified at the astonishing sight, Would the angel kill them with his great power and might?

The angel said, “Fear not! I bring good news and great joy.

Born this day is a Savior for all people, an infant boy!

You will find him in a stable, in a manger of straw, With parents Mary and Joseph, watching over him in awe.

She gave birth to him there; all the inns in town were full.

Now in that lowly shelter, he is swaddled with soft wool.”

In memory of Claudia Drill

To everyone who attended our mother’s funeral, we thank you for showing your support and all the stories this past weekend at the service. In true fashion of our mother, the community of Dallas showed their respects and giving hearts. The donations given in her name to the Dallas Booster Club and Kindness Club were very gracious. Thank you for making the celebration so memorable.

Rev. Dr. Jody Becker, thank you for taking the time to get to know

Then a heavenly host of thousands sang out again and again, “Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace to all men.”

“To Bethlehem,” said the shepherds. “We must see this wondrous thing, This gift from God, a baby, who has been chosen to be our King!”

They hurried into town and soon found the holy child, Awake and quiet; sometimes he even smiled.

They told of the angel they had seen and heard, That this newborn was the one promised by God’s Word.

Later, wisemen called Magi, from the east traveled far, And came to Israel, being led there by the star.

They went to Jerusalem meeting King Herod, called The Great.

But this Roman leader harbored envy and murderous hate.

His Jewish priests and scribes directed them on their way, He lied saying, “I want to worship him; return without delay.”

In Bethlehem, the Magi honored the child with valuable treasure.

Gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh, a fortune of great measure.

They were warned in a dream not to do as the king had asked, So they went straight away home, preventing Herod’s deadly task.

By DR. GLENN MOLLETTE

[Brief bio: Mr. Pastor (yes, that is his last name, not his profession) is a local resident and graduate of Bethel Theological Seminary in Minnesota (M.Div., M.Th.).]

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I want to let the readers of this paper know to keep their eyes open

We often reflect on past Christmases. We look back to the past because we have experienced the past. We haven’t experienced the future. We have hopes and dreams for the future but we don’t know what the future will bring.

Each day we create new memories. What you will remember next Christmas is happening now.

Therefore, do the best you can do this month and then you can reflect on another good memory next Christmas season. Christmas is a time of misery for many who have deceased loved ones. We miss parents, spouses, children and other family members. They were usually significant in our Christmas pasts and that’s why we remember them. They are no longer with us and thus it brings a cloud over our celebration.

This is the time to reach out and embrace any loved ones and friends you may have left. Phone calls can be very helpful. Christmas cards are nice but they are nothing like a personal phone call or visit. Instead of sending out 25 Christmas cards why don’t you make 25 five-minute phone calls. Simply say, “this is my Christmas card. I’m calling you.”

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for future Central High School music department concerts. We attended the holiday concert last Wednesday night and were thrilled. Mr. Ian Imamura is a wonderful addition to the staff as the director of choirs.

Mr. Ed Probst continues to do excellent work as well with the bands. And together they pulled off a fantastic concert showcasing both the choirs and bands. Bravo, gentlemen, and congratulations to the students on a job well done.

Andrea Pittman Independence

The most significant part of your Christmas story

Jesus grew to manhood and was loving, gentle, and wise.

He raised the dead, healed many, and gave sight to blind eyes.

He was crucified and entombed three days behind a heavy stone door.

But that grave could not hold him. God raised him to live forevermore!

Bethlehem of Judah and the miracle of Jesus’ birth, Show God’s power and humble presence here on our earth.

So this is the true meaning of Christmas each and every year: Two thousand years ago, God’s Son began his sojourn here.

And, like the frightened shepherds, who were told not to be afraid, Everyone can have hope and peace wholly God-made.

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You may not have time to make 20 to 30 phone calls but how long does it take to find cards, address and stamp them? I’m not encouraging you to discontinue your Christmas cards but consider making some Christmas card phone calls.

Emails are nice if your friends ever see them. I receive so much junk email that I often miss important emails.

Eat where and when you can with others. You may have a large family gathering or it may just be you and two or three more. Make the most of however you spend your Christmas. Last year my son and I were traveling three hours to celebrate with family but the weather was so bad we had to turn around and go back home. We hadn’t prepared food because we were planning on connecting with our family at our gathering destination. When we got back home, we were thankful that our local restaurant was open. The placed was crammed with people just like us who needed a place to eat on Christmas day. We ate some omelets and pancakes making the most of it and giving thanks that we had made it home safely and found a place to eat. I suspect we will remember the

day forever. We were safe, had some food to eat and had a warm home to hang out and watch television the rest of the day.

Often, it’s the simple things of life that we remember because it’s the simple things that get us through.

Often, we overwhelm ourselves with aiming for grandeur. We have to remember what grandeur is really all about. The first Christmas grandeur was a baby lying in a cow’s trough.

A peasant couple was thankful to just find a covering for their heads to bring their new baby into the world.

Every year they are remembered and celebrated. Their Christmas was as simple as it gets but it was so significant and life changing for all who love their story.

As you celebrate this special season keep in mind that some of the simplest things you do will likely be the most significant part of your Christmas story.

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Community Calendar Dec.20 -Dec.27

Wednesday, Dec. 20 • 7 a.m. Monmouth Library Board meeting, Monmouth Public Library, 168 Ecols St. S. • 8 a.m. - Yoga, Monmouth Senior Center • 9 a.m. – Polk County Commissioners meeting, Polk County Commissioners’ Conference Room, 850 Main St., Dallas • 9 a.m. - Stretch Exercise, Monmouth Senior Center • 9 a.m. - Trip to Pittock Mansion, meet at Monmouth Senior Center • 9:30 a.m. Independence Municipal Court, City Hall, 555 South Main St. • 10 a.m. – Four Handed Pinochle, Dallas Area Senior Center • 10 a.m. - Tai Chi, Monmouth Senior Center • 10:30 a.m. - Little Bitty Storytime, for babies and young toddlers, Dallas Public Library, 950 Main St. • 10:30 a.m. – Independence Library Storytime, 175 Monmouth St.

• 11 a.m. – Mahjong, Dallas Area Senior Center1 • 1 p.m. - Ten Minute Writing, Monmouth Senior Center • 5:30 p.m. - Dallas Park Advisory Board & Tree Advisory Board meeting, City Hall, 187 SE Court St. • 7 p.m. - Monmouth Planning Commission meeting, City Hall, 151 Main St. W.

Thursday, Dec. 21 • 8 a.m. - Yoga, Monmouth Senior Center • 10:15 a.m. - Low Impact Exercise, Dallas Area Senior Center • 10:30 a.m. - Songs, bounces and rhymes, for ages under 2, Monmouth Public Library, 168 Ecols St. S. • 10:30 a.m. - Children’s Storytime, for ages 5 and under, Dallas Public Library, 950 Main St. • 11 a.m. - Walking Club, Monmouth Senior Center • 11:15 a.m., - Low Impact Exercise, Dallas Area Senior Center • 12 p.m. - Bridge, Dallas Area Senior Center

• 2 p.m. - Winter SingAlong with Angel Ocasio, Monmouth Public Library, 168 Ecols St. S. • 5:30 p.m. - Thursday Pinball Tournaments, West Valley Taphouse, 957 Main St., Dallas • 5:30 p.m. - Make Music Day Winter Community Caroling, The Gate Youth Association, 1501 Monmouth St. • 6:30 p.m. - Tree Advisory Board meeting, Monmouth Power & Light, 780 Ecols St. S.

Friday, Dec. 22 • 8 a.m. - Yoga, Monmouth Senior Center • 9 a.m. - Stretch Exercise, Monmouth Senior Center • 10 a.m. - Christmas at Brunk Farmstead, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Polk County Historical Society members free, non-members $5, seniors $4, 5705 Salem Dallas Highway NW • 10 a.m. - Writers Workshop, Monmouth Senior Center • 1 p.m. - Tai Chi w/ Cheryl, Monmouth Senior Center

• 10 a.m. – Six handed Pinochle/Listening Ear, Dallas Area Senior Center • 6 p.m. - Live Music: Old Crow Duo Redgate Winery, 8175 Buena Vista Road, Independence • 6:30 p.m. - Acoustic Music Jam, Guthrie Park, 4320 Kings Valley Highway S.

Tuesday, Dec. 26

Monmouth Public Library, 168 Ecols St. S. • 8 a.m. - Yoga, Monmouth Senior Center • 9 a.m. – Polk County Commissioners meeting, Polk County Commissioners’ Conference Room, 850 Main St., Dallas • 9 a.m. - Stretch Exercise, Monmouth Senior Center • 9:30 a.m. Independence Municipal Court, City Hall, 555 South Main St. • 10 a.m. – Four Handed Pinochle, Dallas Area Senior Center • 10 a.m. - Tai Chi, Monmouth Senior Center • 10:30 a.m. - Little Bitty Storytime, for babies and young toddlers, Dallas Public Library, 950 Main St. • 10:30 a.m. – Independence Library Storytime, 175 Monmouth St. • 11 a.m. – Mahjong, Dallas Area Senior Center1 • 1 p.m. - Ten Minute Writing, Monmouth Senior Center

were in the vanguard as they pushed the larger medical community to identify victims, adequately respond to their needs, and work towards the prevention of domestic violence. Learn more at www. orheritage.org/events-1/ month-of-nov-dec-confronting-violence-improving-womens-lives.

for their 37th year collecting gloves, socks, hats, sweaters, coats and blankets. Drop off donations to Starlite Lanes, located at 394 Main St., in Dallas.

For more information, call (503) 787-3888.

Independence, and at the city of Independence Civic Center, 555 Main St.

Darr family hosts Warm & Fuzzy clothing drive

The Greenwood Group presents the 7th Annual Winter Coat Drive through the winter season that benefits the Ella Curran Food Bank. Donation boxes are available at EXP Realty Office, 163 D St., in

• 8 a.m. - Yoga, Monmouth Senior Center • 9 a.m. – Polk County Commissioners Work Session, Polk County Commissioners’ Conference Room, 950 Main St., Dallas • 10 a.m. - Financial Education for Seniors, Monmouth Senior Center Saturday, Dec. 23 • 10:15 a.m., - Low • 9 a.m. - Breakfast with Impact Exercise, Dallas Santa, Westside Pacific Area Senior Center Family Restaurant and • 10:30 a.m. - Children’s Saloon, 670 SW Pacific Storytime, for ages 5 Highway and under, Dallas Public • 10 a.m. - Christmas at Library, 950 Main St. Brunk Farmstead, 10 a.m.

• 10:30 a.m. - Family to 2 p.m., Polk County Storytime, Monmouth Historical Society memPublic Library, 168 Ecols bers free, non-members St. S. $5, seniors $4, 5705 • 11 a.m. - Alzheimer’s Salem Dallas Highway Support Group, Dallas NW Area Senior Center • 6 p.m. - Live Music: • 11:15 a.m., - Low Rocknroll Cowboys, Impact Exercise, Dallas Redgate Winery, 8175 Area Senior Center Buena Vista Road, • 12 p.m. - Pinochle/ Independence Ponytail, Monmouth Monday, Dec. 25 Senior Center • Merry Christmas • 1 p.m. - Bunco/Needle • 11:30 a.m. - Monmouth Arts Craft Group, Dallas Senior Center invites Area Senior Center everyone to a Christmas Wednesday, Dec. 27 dinner, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., • 7 a.m. Monmouth at 180 Warren St., (503) 269-1373 Library Board meeting,

Community Briefs MonmouthIndependence YMCA cheer hosts gift wrapping fundraiser

Need to do more Christmas shopping and don’t have time for wrapping? Let the Monmouth-Independence YMCA cheer team do it for you, Dec. 20-21 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Dec. 22-23 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Gift size prices are $2 for small, $5 for medium and $7 for large. Bring your gift ready to wrap. There will be an additional charge for gift boxes. The event is at 425 and 445 Gwinn St. E., in Monmouth. Questions? Reach out to Jessicca Washburn at JWashburn@theyonline.org.

MICC presents Make Music Day Winter Community Caroling Dec. 21

The MonmouthIndependence Chamber of Commerce presents the first ever Make Music Day Winter Community Caroling event Dec. 21 from 5:30-7 p.m.

Bring your own instrument, too. Hot cocoa will be provided by Grocery Outlet.

Special guests include princesses and Santa. Meet at the The Gate Youth Association, 1501 Monmouth St.

Christmas dinner, with all the trimmings, Dec. 25 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 180 Warren St. Contact Steve Milligan with any questions about volunteering, donating or attending, at (503) 269-1373.

Corby’s hosts New Year’s Harry Potter party

Corby’s Pub is hosting a Harry Potter themed New Year’s Party. There will be Harry Potter themed drinks.

Ditch your house and come on down and enjoy a magical night into the new year from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. at 962 Main St. in Dallas.

Moonfall Theatre performs “Holiday Dreams” Dec. 29-30

Moonfall Theatre presents “Holiday Dreams,” Dec. 29-30, at 7:30 p.m. at the Dallas Event Center, 939 Main St. Open bar starts at 7 p.m.

Tickets are $20. Learn more at Facebook.com/moonfall97371 or by emailing latitudeone@ hotmail.com.

CASA hosts toy and coat drive

CASA of Polk County presents its annual Holiday Toy and Coat Drive through Dec. 17. Dropoff locations are:

- Car Doctor, 201 NE Polk Station Road, Dallas, Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

- Monmouth Library, 168 Ecols St. S., Tuesday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

- First American Title, 807 Main St., Dallas, Monday Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For more information, contact Amber Calef at (503) 623-8473 or amber.calef@ casaofpolk.com. Learn more about CASA at www.casaofpolk.com.

Heritage Museum hosts traveling exhibit “Confronting Violence: Improving Women’s Lives”

Welcome to the Basketball Registration for Polk County.

Basketball is the only Winter sport being offered in Polk County at this time. We are looking for any athletes, unified partners, and anyone interested in helping with coaching a team or being there at practices to support the athletes/teams. For more information, go to bit.ly/47SJ0m7.

The Independence Heritage Museum hosts a traveling exhibit from the National Library of Medicine, “Confronting Violence: Improving Women’s Lives” through Dec. 30 at the Heritage Museum, 281 S 2nd St, Independence. The traveling exhibition and companion website tell the story about nurses working to reform a medical profession that failed to acknowledge domestic violence as a health issue and not a legal matter. Beginning in the late 1970s, these nurses

Monmouth Library hosts Winter Sing Along with Angel Ocasio Dec. 21

Celebrate the birth of the Christ Child Christmas Eve

The Monmouth Public Library presents Winter Sing Along with Angel Ocasio Dec. 21 at 2 p.m., located at 168 Ecols St. S. Join library staff for Angel’s fun sing along program for all ages. Angel will lead in familiar classic songs, some silly children’s songs, and a few bilingual tunes, too.

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The Darr’s Warm and Fuzzy clothing drive is collecting donations for those in need in Polk County through Jan. 6. The Darr family returns

7th Annual Winter Coat Driver returns to Independence

Registration for 2023/24 Basketball runs through Jan. 8

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OBITUARIES

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Mary Louise Ogden

Mary Louise Ogden passed away in Springfield, Oregon, at the age of 88. She was born Nov. 24, 1935, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to George and Gracie (Saunders) Reynolds.

Mary was raised in Oklahoma and married Euell Ogden in 1954. Mary was a homemaker and enjoyed baking. She was preceded in

death by her husband Euell in 2013. Mary is survived by her seven children Dennis Ogden, Cathy Frink, Larry Ogden, Brenda Dilger, Mary Carroll, Teresa Brown and Tim Ogden; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be Thursday, Dec. 21 at 10 a.m. at Bollman’s Tribute Center with private interment in Willamette National Cemetery.

Bollman’s Tribute Center is caring for the family. www.

BollmansTributeCenter.com.

Allan Wiebe

March 26, 1923 - Dec. 1, 2023

Allan Wiebe was born on March 26, 1923, in Dalmeny, Saskatchewan, and passed Robert Bower away on Dec. 1, 2023 in Robert Bower, 89, of Dallas, Salem, Oregon.

Oregon, died Dec. 8, 2023.

He grew up in a large Bollman’s Tribute Center family of seven siblings and is handling the arrangements. his father was his school www.BollmansTributeCenter. teacher. The family moved to com

Mountain Lake, Minnesota, during Allan’s high school years. Following in his father’s footsteps, he went to Tabor College in Hillsboro, Kansas, to become a teacher.

He later earned bachelor and masters degrees from the University of Nebraska in Omaha.

While attending Tabor College he met Selma Schmidt and they were married in 1945. In 1950 the couple, with their daughters Ruth and Marilyn, sailed to Belgium to study French for a year before going to Congo as missionaries from 1951 - 1960. Janet and Gordon were born during those years.

In 1960, due to unrest in Congo, the family returned to the US and Allan became the pastor of EBC church

in Dallas, Oregon. In 1968 he accepted a position as professor of missions at Grace University in Omaha, Nebraska. Allan also served on the boards of several mission agencies and churches throughout his career.

Allan and Selma moved back to Oregon when they retired and he became the visitation pastor of EBC church in Dallas. In 2017 he retired from that position at the age of 94. He continued to enjoy life and celebrated his 100th birthday in March of this year.

Allan is survived by his children Ruth and Jay Quiring, Marilyn and Steve Reischke, Janet and Stan Teeple Gordon and Delphia Wiebe; 10 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild; sister Jean Janzen;

and brother Loren Wiebe, along with numerous nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his wife Selma, two granddaughters and one great grandson.

Services will be on Friday, Dec. 29 at Evangelical Bible Church in Dallas, Oregon, at 11 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to EBC church for the missions program. Bollman’s Tribute Center is caring for the family. wwwBollmansTributeCenter. com

Sarah Elizabeth Ritchey

Nov. 11, 1977 – Dec. 11, 2023

Sarah Elizabeth Ritchey died Dec. 11, 2023.

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and a little longer to find the donations and ways to help.”

What toy to donate is the choice of the donor.

“Actually, any child a toy would love because we need toys for all ages,” Weston said. But “this year, the underserved age group at this time compared to other age groups is girls, 7 to 10 years old.”

The silver lining in all this is that food donations are on pace to meet the need.

Tradition suggests there is time to make up ground, that a Christmas rally is possible.

“We get a lot of donations that last week before Christmas,” said Weston.

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saying their concerns were at least somewhat addressed.

“They’re doing a great job,” Merritt said, “but that doesn’t mean you take your foot off the pedal.”

In terms of the study’s goal of identifying equity issues, the authors first acknowledged Polk County’s demographic makeup. As of the 2020 Census, 74% of Polk residents

“We dealt with everyone we could yesterday (Dec. 16) as planned. But we made sure we had an extra days so, as we got stuff donated, we could pack them and give them to families between now and Friday. We’re still having people apply last minute. We’re trying not to turn anyone away.”

Families needing toys can apply online at toysfortots. org. Other information is also available on this site.

Donations can be dropped off at Fee Mail Depot, 169 Broad St., in Monmouth. It is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., through Friday.

Weston has been the Toys for Tots coordinator for 11 years and has been with the Monmouth-Independence Christmas Project for 21 years.

These are “the best charities ever. I’m Santa Claus. Of all the charity work. Of all the

volunteer work. We’re giving joy on Christmas to families who didn’t think they’d get it,” said Weston. “I probably get more fun than the kids do, seeing the families get the bags. The moms thanking us as they go out, knowing everyone’s going to get a toy.”

If there’s not already enough on Weston’s holiday platter, she is also involved with an activity guaranteed to make Santa proud: the firstever Monmouth Christmas Community Dinner.

The holiday meal, complete with all the trimmings, including a vegetarian nut loaf, is free. Donations will be accepted, but are not expected.

“People can donate, but we don’t care if they do.

It’s not about that. It’s about people coming together. It’s about community,” she said.

“Everyone is welcome here.”

The idea for the community dinner grew from a

conversation between Weston and Steve Milligan. They thought there should be a community-building activity, such as a meal, on Christmas Day. They reached out and found others agreed with them.

Then they started getting generous donation pledges from large nonprofits, service organizations, grocery stores and community members from throughout the MonmouthIndependence area. The goal is that enough food is available to partake in another holiday tradition.

“We hope that there’s leftovers, and if there is, they’re going home with folks. Okay, we’re not keeping any of this food,” said Weston. “This food’s going home with people that need it.”

Volunteers are needed on site and in the kitchen on Christmas Day.

were white. In 2010, 81% of the county was white.

“We’ve not very diverse,” Guile said, “but we’re getting more diverse.”

In regards to understanding culture, there was a 19 percentage point difference in how respondents answered this question: “Do staff/ officers of Community Corrections understand and respect people from different cultures or backgrounds.” 69% of all respondents said yes, but only 50% of those identifying as American Indian/Native American agreed.

The number of respondents in the American Indian/Native American category was small

– 10% of the whole group – but their answers are still important, Merritt said.

“If this is a concern of theirs, then it could be a concern of someone else and we need to address it,” she said.

Another added, “I feel we’re all different, but race & gender are really big factors.”

Race and gender issues

Of the 114 probation clients surveyed, 33 also submitted written responses when questioned whether their race or gender negatively affected their sentencing or supervision.

“Yes, in Polk County I believe discrimination and bias are very much a fact in the legal system,” one person wrote.

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The Monmouth Senior Community Center is at 180 S. Warren Street.

“If I just had money to get my driver’s license. If I just had money for child care,” Guile said, summarizing the survey results. 36% identified “stress” as the biggest issue, and that stress was defined as those kinds of issues – transportation, money for basic necessities, housing, etc.

Polk County was one of 11 counties that received funding from the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission. They have until Jan. 25 to complete their reports and send them to the commission.

The commission will review the reports and may ask for more information, mainly with the intent of finding additional ways to help counties develop culturally responsive programs.

Ken Sanchagrin, executive director of the commission, said they “will continue to ask about culturally responsive services and engagement with historically underserved communities.”

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The study recommends eight follow-up actions, including conducting a similar survey annually; holding an annual community justice forum; conducting a quarterly focus group with different groups of probation clients; and providing better training for county employees.

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“Client ethnicity plays a big role in sentencing,” wrote one officer.

“Race has been a big factor in sentencing when comparing cases with similar criminal history and crimes.

Occasionally gender,” another officer wrote.

In the broader context of how the department can help people complete their corrections supervision, the survey showed that some basic issues were top-of-mind.

“We have the wherewithal to pull it off without having to buy any new equipment,” said Milligan. “It’s just going to be getting the manpower. Getting people in there at the right times to make sure that our timing is fairly good.”

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The wearables include suspenders, hats and masks.

The learning doesn’t stop at coding. Thomas incorporates something old with the something new – African dance.

“My ancestors are from West Africa. We do the

drumming. The drum is the original technology. We don’t normally think of the drum as technology, but it certainly is,” Thomas said. “Because it was a way to talk to people for over miles. Before we had the telephone, we had the drum.”

LaCreole Principal Kasshawna Knoll, who sought signups through the drama and art classes, said she was amazed by how quickly the students picked up the combined lesson plan within Code Can Dance.

“Interdisciplinary learning is so important. Because it gives the kids a real-world experience. You don’t do things in isolation. Hopefully it can trigger some passion, this could be a possible career,” Knoll said. “In school we’re teaching just coding, just drama, just dancing. Here, he put it all together. It’s a great chance for the kids to work with a real artist. So amazing.”

Eighth graders Zoey Bach and Destiny Franks signed up

for Code Can Dance under different motivations, but reached the same conclusion.

“I really like dancing and I wanted to try something out new, which was coding,” Bach said.

“I wanted to do it with her,” Franks added.

Both thought they’d learn to program lights to shine on them while they danced.

Rather, they were delighted to discover they’d be wearing their own illumination.

“I ended up seeing the vests hats and masks, I got really excited because I like doing crafts,” Back said.

“For me the hats were the most complicated because I had to get the wires to stay on there,” Franks said. “They were the most complicated but also the most fun.”

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Illuminating the Code of Dance. He added the great part of the program is it grows as technology grows. Already he’s added Chat GPT into the curriculum, allowing students to input code via voice command.

To learn more, go to www. wou.edu/theatre-dance/ technology.

Polk County Worship Directory DALLAS Bahá’í Faith — Building a Better World: “Ye are the fruits of one tree, and the leaves of one branch. Deal ye one with another with the utmost love and harmony, with friendliness and fellowship.” — Bahá’u’lláh. All are warmly invited to an interfaith gathering on the last Sunday of each month at 2:00. You are encouraged to share any quotations, prayers, poems, and songs related to the theme for the month. For details call 971-804-5943 or 503-269-3333. (Please leave a message for call back.)

More about the Bahá’í Faith: www.bahai.org or www.bahaisofsalem.org Dallas Alliance Church — 775 E. Ellendale, Dallas, 503-623-2265, email dacoffice@dallasalliance.org; hours 9am to 3pm, Tu - Th, Closed for lunch 12 1pm; Lead Pastor — Gerad Neely, Youth/Children’s Director — Miriam Lawson; Every Sunday classes for all ages at 9:15am, Morning Worship at 9:00am-10:30am., (Nursery provided for self-serve use during those times); Tuesdays: Youth Night 7:00pm in Ediger Hall and All church Prayer 7pm in Sanctuary; Wednesdays: Adult Prayer Meeting 1:00pm. Call for info on other ministries. Web: dallasalliance.org Dallas Church — PO Box 462, Dallas, OR 97338, 503-623-2711. Worship Gatherings: Sundays 9am & 10:30am. Meeting at 450 SE Washington St., Dallas OR 97338. Atmosphere is relaxed, families and children welcome, come as you are, current music & relevant teaching about Jesus. Pastor: Ben Bauman. www. dallaschurch.org Dallas Evangelical Church — A Place of Hope and Healing: 783 SW Church Street, Dallas Oregon, across from the Post Office. Find us on Facebook: on page DallasEC, MyDallasEC Friends and www.dallasec.org. Join us on Sundays in person or on Zoom for weekly Bible Study and Worship Service. We worship in a contemporary, casual format. Sunday Services: Bible Study 9:00 AM; Worship Service 10:00 AM, zoom room 228-034-850. Celebrate Recovery (a Christ Based 12 Step Program) is also on Sundays and starts with Dinner 5:00 PM; Large Group (Worship) 6:00 PM, and small groups at 7PM. We have a Community Clothing Closet: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, & Sat 9 AM - Noon; Thurs Nights 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Step Studies are often starting or ending all year and meeting at various times. Message phone 503-6233778. Find us on Facebook: DallasEC or join MyDallasEC Friends. You can email pastor Dave at pastor.dave@dallasec.org Dallas Foursquare Church — Located at 976 SW Hayter St., on the corner of Washington and Hayter. Senior Pastor: Darrin Hausler. Worship Gatherings: Sundays at 10:00 a.m., Youth Home Groups: Sunday evenings from 6-8:00 p.m. Please call for locations. We are a multi-generational church with a heart for our community.

Our mission is to Love God and Love People to Extend His Kingdom. For more info call us at 503-623-8277 or visit us online at dallasfour.com.

Evangelical Bible Church — 1175 S.E. Howe St., Dallas 503-623-2331. Senior Pastor Troy Bassham, Youth Pastor Andrew Wheeler, Administrative Pastor Mike Fast. Sunday services 9:00am & 10:30am. Awana 6:30pm Wednesday. Weekly Prayer meeting 6:30pm Wednesday. Women’s Bible Study Thursday 9:30 am & 6:30 pm. Men’s Bible Study Thursday 6:30pm. Compass Middle School Youth Group Thursday 6:30pm. Forged High School Youth Group Tuesday 6:30pm. Live Streamed services via facebook and youtube @EBCDallas.

Grace Community Church — 598 E. Ellendale Ave. Dallas, 503-623-4961. Lead Pastor- Dave Bertolini, Sunday Worship Gatherings 9:00am, with Nursery-5th Grade programs, Youth Life Groups, and scheduled Sunday School Classes running concurrently & 10:45am, with Nursery-5th Grade programs, and scheduled Sunday School Classes, running concurrently.

Live Stream our 10:45am service at www.graceindallas.online.church

St. Thomas Episcopal Church — St. Thomas Episcopal Church- Welcome ! Our church is located at 1486 SW Levens St., Dallas. Our Web site is: stthomasdallasor. org or look us up on Facebook . Please feel free to call the church office at 503-623-8522. Advent this year is December 3 thru the 24th. We celebrate with the Advent Candle representing the 4 weeks before Christmas. The candles Represent Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love.

Join us this month: December 24- Fr. Tony Petrotta 10:00 AM Christmas Service light candle for Love December 31-Morning Prayer 10:00AM No Christmas Eve or Christmas Day Services this year. Remember the Christ Child with love.

Trinity Lutheran Church — 320 SE Fir Villa Rd, Dallas. All are welcome! Adult Bible Study 8:45am Sundays, Worship Service 10:00am, coffee hour with treats after service. Nursery available for parents to use. Play area for small children in sanctuary during worship service. Youth Group HS/MS 11:30am Sundays. Bible Study Wednesdays 1:00pm. Contact us at 503-623-2233 or at questionsdallastlc@gmail. com. Online at, dallastlc.org and streamed on Youtube @trinitylutheranchurch6821.

Check it out! Office open M-F 10:00am-2:00pm.

Because God first loved us, we celebrate the gifts of Christ through worship, service, and community.

United Methodist Church — a church with Open Hearts, Open Minds & Open Doors, 565 SE LaCreole Dr, Dallas, 503-623-2481. Pastor Rev. Ruth Marsh. Inperson Sunday morning worship at 10 a.m. Go to the website at: umcdallas.wixsite. com/dallas-umc for additional information.

Valley Life Center (Assemblies of God) — 1795 SE Miller Ave., Dallas. Lead Pastor: Chris Barker; Youth: Johnny Rodriguez; Children: Crystal Barker; Worship/ Media: Jesse Ceballos. Sunday Service is at 10:00 am and online streaming at 10:00 am (www.valleylife.love.) On Wednesdays at 6:30 pm, there is Men’s Bible Study, Ladies Bible Study, Ignite Youth, Rangers Boys Club, Mpact Girls Club, Rainbows, and nursery care. For more information, contact us at www.vallelylife.love, info@ valleylifecenter.com or 503-623-4116.

FALLS CITY Seventh-Day Adventist Church — 205 N. Main, Falls City 97344, 503-7873907. Services on Saturday: Sabbath School 10:00am; Worship Service 11:10am.

Community Service Center Food Bank: Second Wednesday, 11am-3pm, Fourth Sunday, 11am-3pm.

INDEPENDENCE Christ The King Church — Service on Sundays10 am 155 C St, Independence OR 97351 . 503-551-9516 or visit us at www.ctkindependence.com.

Cornerstone Church of God — 4395 Independence Hwy, Independence, 503838-5119. Sunday Service and Children’s Church 9:30am Nursery available.

Wednesday Kids Klubs 6:30pm. Thursday Adult Bible Study 6:30pm First Baptist Church — A warm friendly church that cares about you! Located at 1505 Monmouth St., Independence (across from Central High School); 503-8381001. Senior Pastor Michael Parks. Sundays: Worship Service 11am Wednesdays: AWANA 7pm (during the school year). Thursdays: Youth Group 6:15pm. Join us for small groups and life groups throughout the week. First Baptist Church has ministries for children, youth, adults, families and seniors, throughout the week.

Check us out at www.independencefirstbaptist.com St. Patrick Parish, Catholic — 1275 E. St., Independence, 503-838-1242.

Father Francisco Bringuela. Saturday Masses: 5pm English Vigil & 7pm Spanish.

Sunday Masses: 9am English & 11:30am Spanish. Daily Masses: Monday 9:30am Communion Service. 9am Tuesday and Thursday Spanish, Wednesday and Friday English. Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday 3:30pm - 4:30pm or by appointment.

Faith Formation: Monday 6:45pm -8:15pm Middle & High School. Tue: 6:45pm8:15pm. Grades 1-4. Youth Group Thur. 6:30pm. WOU Campus Ministry: Mass Sunday 5pm at 315 Knox St., Monmouth. Tuesday 7pm Fellowship.

MONMOUTH

Visit our Website at www.graceindallas.org for office hours, sermon downloads, Christ’s Church Methodist & Presbyterian United — Come care and share event information, and more! with us. 412 Clay St. W, Monmouth, 503-838-1724. Pastor Steve Mitchell. Worship House of His Presence — House of His Presence, located at 177 SW Oak St. in Service 11:15am Call for information on small groups.

Dallas, welcomes all who are seeking to know God intimately and live life abundantly. Cultivate Community Church — We exist to cultivate a community of people who We believe God transforms us into the image of Jesus Christ as we encounter His love Jesus, each other, and our cities, joining God in the renewal of all things. We Holiness, Righteousness and Truth through His manifested presence, worship and meet at 655 S. Pacific Hwy (Hwy 99), Monmouth. Just south of Bi-Mart. Our Sunday the Word of God. Sunday morning service at 10:30 am, visit the website for ongoing service is at 10:00am. Celebrate Recovery meets Tuesdays at 7pm. Missional Community groups meet in homes throughout the week. Call the church at 503ministries during the week. For more information call 503-420-4612 Website www. 838-1369. Come join us! houseofhispresence.net Monmouth Christian Church — 969 Church St W, Monmouth 97361. Office hours Living Word Faith Fellowship — 830 SE Shelton Street, Dallas, 503-623-9062. M-T 9a-4p. Phone: 503-838-1145. Join us for services on Sundays, 9am & 11am.

Pastor Ray Huff. Sunday Prayer 9:30am, Worship 10:00am, Children’s Church Live ONLINE Service 11am. Please visit our website for more info or on how to join our online service. WWW.MYMCC.CC (during service, nursery provided). Wednesday Prayer 6:30pm, Worship 7:00pm.

St. Hilda’s Episcopal Church — 245 Main St. West, Monmouth. Contact Men’s fellowship second Saturday, Pastor Ray Huff is in charge of men’s fellowship. Information: sthildaschurch1@gmail.com. Sunday Worship (Eucharist) 10:00 AM Call for info 503-623-9062. followed by fellowship. Our church services are reverent and relaxed. Our purpose Salt Creek Baptist Church — 15075 Salt Creek Rd, Dallas, 503-623-2976. Lead is God’s worship. 7:00 PM Wednesday, Evening Prayer online, contact us thru the email address above for access codes. Walk our labyrinth – behind the parking lot, Pastor David Curtis, Family Pastor Josiah Buhler. Sunday School 9:30am. Sunday it’s still in development, but it works. Follow us on our Facebook page; St Hilda’s morning Worship Gathering 10:50am. Nursery provided for worship services. Classes Episcopal Church, Monmouth Or. for all ages. Wednesday Middle and High School youth at 6:30pm. Please call for information about other meetings or visit our website at www.saltcreekchurch.org.

Seventh-Day Adventist Church — 589 SW Birch St PO Box 450 Dallas, Or 97338 503-623-5872 Pastor Les Jones, Services on Saturday: Sabbath School 9:30 am, Worship Service 11 am Study and Prayer Wednesday 7pm Office hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9am to noon Community Services for food and clothing Wednesday 10am to 1pm.

WEST SALEM

Prince of Peace Episcopal Church — welcomes you! We are located in the lower chapel at 1525 Glenn Creek Road NW in West Salem. Sunday worship is at 10:45 am and meets both in person and on Zoom. To get the Zoom link, contact us with questions, or request additions to our prayer list, simply email us at officeprinceofpeacesalem@ gmail.com. Please visit our website at princeofpeacesalem.org

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Polk County Itemizer-Observer • December 20, 2023

Firemen, Ash Creek community deliver

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Polk County Fire District No. 1 Chief Ben Stange helps load food donations onto a fire truck on Dec. 13 at Ash Creek Elementary School. The food was donated through an eight-day food drive. Students, staff and families at Ash Creek Elementary School collected food for the Ella Curran Food Bank Dec. 4-13.

Each classroom collected non-perishable food in jars, cans, and boxes. Students collected a total of 473.6 pounds of food.

Falls City Grade/Middle School Students of the Month November 2023

Falls City High School Students of the Month November 2023 The following students were chosen for being

Elementary: Liam Inman Middle School: Kloey Peterson

Grateful

Our Falls City Students of the Month have demonstrated excellence as Mountaineers and have been an example to others by being Safe, Respectful and Responsible.

These students tend to be oriented toward others. They want to get along with others and want to do things for them. They trust and feel compassion. Grateful people are also described as cheerful people. They are positive towards things and are grateful for the little things.

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Daniel Arismendez

Elijah Rone

Owen Russell

Ian Evenson

Daniel Arismendez, 9th grade Elijah Rone, 10th grade Owen Russell, 11th grade Ian Evenson, 12th grade

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Central High School Student of the Month November 2023

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Talmadge Middle School Students of the Month November 2023

Central High School would like to honor

Jenny Garcia

Jenny is involved with numerous clubs and activities at Central. She is a first team academic all-star, involved in school leadership, and is a bilingual tutor for Spanish and English-speaking students. Central is lucky to have Jenny as a student!

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photos left to right: 6th, 7th and 8th grade These students were recognized for showing patience and humility.

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Dallas High School CTE Student of the Month November 2023

Lyle Elementary would like to honor

LACEY JONES

as our Student of the Month.

Nominated by CTE instructor Kelleigh Ratzlaff Lacey Jones, a junior, is in her third year of Culinary Arts. Lacey is a proven leader in her kitchen and in the class as a whole. She is a confident cook who takes on challenges with boldness and grace.

Josiah Sousa

Josiah was choosen for his character trait of LOYALTY. Josiah is a loyal friend who can be trusted and is appreciated by all who know him.

Congratulations, Josiah!

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SCHEDULE

DEC. 20-27

CLASS 5A CENTRAL HIGH Wednesday, Dec. 20 • Girls basketball at Capital City Classic • Corban University, TBD

Wednesday, Dec. 27 • Boys basketball at Newberg • Barry Adams Classic • South Salem HS, 3:45 p.m.

DALLAS HIGH Wednesday, Dec. 27 • Girls basketball at Putnam, 6 p.m.

• Boys basketball at Aloha, 7 p.m.

CLASS 1A FALLS CITY/KINGS VALLEY CHARTER Thursday, Dec. 21 • Girls basketball @ Southwest Christian, 6 p.m • Boys basketball at Southwest Christian, 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 27 • Thursday, Dec. 21 • Girls basketball at Crosspoint Christian • Clemens Holiday Tournament - Alsea HS, 2:30 p.m.

• Boys basketball vs.

Crosspoint Christian • Clemens Holiday Tournament - Alsea HS, 4 p.m.

PERRYDALE HIGH Wednesday, Dec. 20 • Girls basketball at Portland Christian, 5:30 p.m.

• Boys basketball at Portland Christian, 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 27 • Girls basketball at Nestucca, 3 p.m.

• Boys basketball a Nestucca, 4:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2023

SECTION B

Senior laden Pirates seek elusive league title

By DAVID HAYES Itemizer-Observer

In a program that has had its share of good teams, one thing has eluded Brian Domes in his eight years as head coach of Perrydale’s boys’ basketball team – a league title.

He figures that would help propel his squad deeper into post-season play.

“We’ve been to the state playoffs every year - last year to first round, every other year second round,” Domes said.

“We’re ever the bridesmaid but never the bride. We get to dance but can’t step on the floor and make it work. I hope this is the year we get the monkey off our back.”

The Pirates are coming off their worst season in Domes’ tenure, at least by record, at 17-11. He said the biggest problem was the team didn’t measure up to its potential.

Domes explained that part of the problem with achieving PHOTO BY TIRZAH THORSON success at in 1A Casco League Perrydale coach Brian Domes works with his team at a recent practice. The Pirates started the season is a shallow talent pool. winning five of their first seven games.

“One, we don’t have a lot of high-level of performance. certain situations. We’ve been together since elementary,” year - Conner Graber, Lucas lack of competition doesn’t In the years I’ve done this, said Graber, senior point Thorson, Eric Danka and breed better competition. It’s the deepest playing field was running the same stuff for a guard. “We all have that kind Brandon Lux – and three seven, many times five. Many one of my bigger issues. It is long time, so we’ve got that years we’re scratching to find what it is. We move forward.” others vying for playing time, of relationship on the court, including Brody Cruickshank, that we know exactly where However, Domes has high a sixth person to come in and Ethan Blades and Brody Burr. each person is going to be and kind of stuff clicked in.” hopes for this year’s team, play at that level,” Domes how they’re going to score “The strength this year loaded with seniors, as the said. “With no competition, See PIRATES, page B2 you don’t cut anybody. But a and who to give the ball to in is we have all been playing Pirates return four from last

Love for wrestling to determine fate of Panthers’ season

By LANCE MASTERSON For The Itemizer-Observer

Arnold Garcia said it was his love for his mother, not for the sport itself, that convinced him to give wrestling a try.

“The reason I started wrestling was not because I loved it. I was a mama’s boy, and my mom used to love Portland wrestling and Salem wrestling. Her favorite wrestlers were Tony Bourne and Lonnie Mayne. So I thought I’d get a little more love from my mom if I’m doing that.

“Now, once I started wrestling, I loved it. And once I started getting better, it didn’t matter anymore if she liked what I was doing or not.

This is what I wanted to do,” Garcia said.

It’s still what he wants to do. The fifth-year Central High head coach is a former Panthers wrestler and has been a part of his alma mater’s coaching ranks since 1983.

“You know what they say, once a Panther, always a Panther.”

As experienced as Garcia is, he knows he can’t give his wrestlers something that isn’t there. It’s this extra “something” that separates good wrestlers from the great ones.

“What I tell the kids is that while we try to motivate you, we can only do so much. You have to have that love within

you. You have to find your own motivation. Because if you want to be the best, the only person that is stopping you is you,” Garcia said.

Low numbers (as compared to other programs) and lack of experience predicts Central is a middle-of-the-road team in Mid-Willamette Conference.

“We always finish around the middle. I’d like to finish around the middle again,” said Garcia. “Because we’ve got PHOTO BY LANCE MASTERSON the two wins this year that Central High coach Arnold Garcia (center) speaks to his wrestlers following a recent practice. The Panthers split four duals recently, to give them one we didn’t get last year, we’re more win than they had all of last season. ahead of the curve right now.

There’s a couple of teams I tried it for one year,” said that, looking down the road, Alvarez. “I liked it.” we should beat. With a young The all-around athlete also team like this, any win at all is plays soccer and softball. But a victory.” she says there’s little question Central won those matches which sport is more physically at a five-team match in demanding.

Lebanon. And that was with“The conditioning in wresout Ethan Dunigan leading tling is way harder,” Alvarez the way. Dunigan, who won a said. state title, graduated last June.

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Polk County Itemizer-Observer • December 20, 2023

Information for the report comes from law enforcement agencies. Not all calls for service are included. The status of arrests reported may change after further investigation.

Individuals arrested or suspected of crimes are considered innocent until proven guilty.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office

• Whyatt Isaac Arnold was arrested Dec. 14 and charged with failure to appear (resisting arrest).

• Cody Lynn Boudreaux was arrested Dec. 8 and charged with disorderly conduct 2.

• Jason Scott Butters was arrested Dec. 12 and charged with violating a restraining order, contempt of court, and was placed on hold for Washington County.

• Adan Ceja-Torres was arrested Dec. 8 and charged with criminal mischief 1, unlawful entry into a motor

vehicle, attempted assault 4 and theft 3.

• Korbin Ray Clemmons was arrested Dec. 14 and placed on hold for Benton County (burglary 1, theft 2, unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, giving false information, failure to appear - theft 1 and theft 2 – and initiating false report).

• Leonard Lial Fitzgerald was arrested Dec. 14 and charged with three counts of violation of release agreement and six counts of failure to appear (theft 3, criminal trespass 2, criminal mischief 3, and driving under the influence of an intoxicant).

• James Dennis Gage was arrested Dec. 15 and charged with parole supervision violation (criminal mischief 1).

• Oscar Gonzalez-Moreno was arrested Dec. 14 and placed on hold for Benton County (sex abuse 2).

• Kenneth Alan Harrison was arrested Dec. 14 and

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charged with contempt of court.

• McCall Lennard Jensen was arrested Dec. 14 and charged with failure to appear (criminal trespass 1), • Elijah Gene Johnson was arrested Dec. 13 and charged with four counts of reckless endangering, hit and run vehicle – property, hit and run vehicle – injury, criminal mischief 2 and criminal mistreatment 2.

• Lowell Leo Leathers was arrested Dec. 14 and charged with two counts of failure to appear (fleeing or attempting to elude, reckless driving).

• Anthony Charles Owen was arrested Dec. 12 and placed on hold for Benton County (attempted assault 2/ arson).

• Daniel Parker Rasberry was arrested Dec. 12 and charged with two counts of probation violation (strangulating, stalking).

• Zachary Michael Spittles was arrested Dec. 15 and

placed on hold for Clackamas County (failure to appear – unauthorized purchase of a controlled substance) and for the Oregon State Parole Board.

• James Ray Trupka was arrested Dec. 13 and charged with strangulation.

• Abraham Vela was arrested Dec. 15 and charged with two counts of assault 4 (domestic violence) and two counts of harassment (domestic violence).

• Garrett Roy Wilson was arrested Dec. 14 and placed on hold for U.S. Marshals (felon in possession of a weapon).

• Dakota William Winkler was arrested Dec. 11 and charged with post prison violation (harassing communication) and theft 3 and was placed on hold for Marion County (failure to appear – theft 3).

• Misty Mae Blakely was arrested Dec. 9 and charged with aggravated theft 1.

• Aiden Amber Gilson was arrested Dec. 15 and charged with probation violation (unauthorized use of a motor vehicle).

• Lea Kaiana Ulloa was arrested Dec. 14 and charged with two counts of probation violation (unlawful possession of meth).

Independence Police Department

• Sergio Jimenez, 28, a transient, was arrested Dec. 4 and charged with assault 4 and disorderly conduct.

• Tonya Gail Ramos, 52, of Salem, was arrested Dec. 5 and charged with attempted murder, assault II, unlawful use of a weapon and failure to perform duties of a driver.

• Wayne Arlin Persons, 59, a transient, was arrested Dec. 8 on an outstanding warrant.

• Susanna Marie Hillis, 56, of Monmouth, was arrested Dec. 9 and charged with

failure to perform duties of a driver.

• Jeannie Marie Breitenstein, 72, of Independence, was arrested Dec. 10 and charged with driving under the influence of an intoxicant.

Monmouth Police Department

• Gregory A Wright, 68, was arrested Dec. 8 and charged with trespass 2 and interfering.

• Christopher Lynn Nelson, 51, was arrested Dec. 5 and charged with harassment.

• Kenneth Joshua Allen Sheppard, 29, was arrested Dec. 6 and charged with parole violation.

• Elijah Johnson, 43, was arrested Dec. 13 and charged with two counts of failure to perform duties of a driver and four counts of reckless endangering.

Dallas man sentenced to 25 years in prison for sexually abusing child Richard Wayne Rose, Jr., was sentenced Dec. 11 to serve 25 years in prison after a jury found him guilty of seven counts of sex abuse in the first degree, one count of luring a minor, and one count of private indecency. The

incidents occurred over a fouryear period to a six-year-old victim when the abuse began according to a press release from the Polk County District Attorney’s Office.

Rose, 60, of Dallas, was sentenced by Polk County

Circuit Judge Rafael A. Caso according to Oregon’s Measure 11 minimum mandatory sentencing law. He will not be eligible for any form of early release or sentence reduction. He will also be required to serve a 45-month

term of post-prison supervision upon his release and register as a sex offender.

Caso sentenced Rose to consecutive 75-month terms on four counts of sex abuse in the first degree and concurrent 75-month terms on

the remaining counts of sex abuse in the first degree. The remaining counts were sentenced concurrently.

The case was investigated by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office and the Dallas and Independence police

departments. The case was prosecuted by Polk County Deputy District Attorney Shannon Clausen.

P irates Senior laden

squad. While in the past he preached defensive superiority and getting the points wherever they could, over the summer he loosened the reigns and let them “run, run, run.”

While the Pirates went on a three-game win streak last week, Domes feels Perrydale has yet to play to its full potential. He said some of their contests should not have been close games, including their 46-40 win over Falls City Dec. 13.

“The kids are starting to learn summer league defenses are nothing like normal defenses,” Domes said.

“Coaches tend to lock down a little more. We still like to run as much as we can, we’re not doing it like I wish we could.”

Their efforts were bearing results last week, as the Pirates also netted league victories over C.S. Lewis Academy (55-29) and Willamette Valley Christian (73-48).

Lucas Thorson, a 6-foot 7 senior center transfer from West Salem, said the winning streak was just what they needed.

“It was pretty good for us.

We needed it. We had two losses last week in the tournament, but those were really good teams,” Thorson said.

“This definitely put us back on track. We’re getting back into our groove from last year, still picking it up.”

Overall, Domes considers his squad a great group of kids to coach.

“But if I could turn great kids into great competitors, I’d probably be in heaven,” he said, adding he’s working them hard to regain that competitive edge throughout the season.

The message is getting through, as Thorson pointed out, whether verbally or through levity.

“We love coach. He yells at us, gets us back in line, because most of time we need it. Sometimes we get out of line and need it. But like right now, he’s having fun,” he said, pointing over at Domes trying to leap up to touch the net during practice.

Up next, Perrydale hit the road for matches at Santiam Dec. 18 (results were not available before the I-O’s press time) and at Portland Christian Dec. 20.

looking forward to coaching her because she’ll make some damage at state,” Garcia said.

Alvarez is one of three girls on the team.

The Panthers are young and inexperienced. Twenty-nine wrestlers are on its roster, though practices average around 20. Dunigan’s absence will be noticed.

“This year will be a little harder than most years because we don’t have that guaranteed-win guy,” Garcia

said. “But we’ve got kids that are really working hard.”

Central lacks wrestlers in the 106- and 113-pound classes, which means they forfeit two matches every time out until those slots are filled.

Still, the forfeits didn’t stop the Panthers at Lebanon.

“We battled uphill,” Garcia said. “They worked hard.

They tried their best.”

Among the team’s better wrestlers are junior Porter Keeney, who qualified for

state last year, and junior Gabe Haines, sophomore Rodrigo Alvarez (Lili’s brother) and sophomore Mason Vela.

Vela wrestles at 190 pounds.

He was also introduced to wrestling while young.

“My two (uncles) put me in there when I was 5 or 6 years old,” Vela said. “They said, okay, you live like a wrestler, so we’re going to put you in that sport.”

His uncles wrestled in high school and they thought that

he would like it, too. They were right.

“I like how the coaches push us and how physical it can be,” Vela said.

Vela also plays football. He said wrestling requires more stamina, a better mindset and a greater reliance on self.

“You need to be good at everything to do your best in wrestling,” Vela said. “The reason you do something wrong, or the reason you might lose, is on yourself.”

Vela placed third and fourth at recent tournaments.

“He has come a long way.

He’s getting better all the time,” Garcia said.

Even so, Vela is not where he wants to be.

“My main goal is to place (at state). Just place,” Vela said. “I need to keep working hard in the wrestling room. Go 100 percent every practice.”

1,721 linear feet of Concrete Curbs, Curb and Gutter, 1,528 sq. yd. Sub grade Geo textile and 15,361 linear feet of Longitudinal Pavement Markings – Durable.

The Work for Schedule B includes, but is not limited to, approximately 125 ton of Asphalt Concrete Pavement, 274 linear feet of Concrete Curbs, Curb and Gutter, 372 sq. yd. of Sub grade Geo textile and 350 linear feet of Longitudinal Pavement Markings – Durable.

It is expected that the successful Bidder shall meet the highest applicable industry standards in providing this scope of work.

Plans and specifications may be examined at: 1. Polk County Public Works, 820 SW Ash Street, Dallas, OR 97338 2. Daily Journal of Commerce Plan Center (Portland), 2840 NW 35th Avenue, Portland, OR 97210 Prequalification with the State of Oregon is not required to submit a Bid for

this Work.

Only Bid Booklets obtained from Polk County Public Works at the aforementioned address or by contacting Heather Chase at chase. heather@co.polk.or.us may be used to submit a Bid. To receive a Bid Booklet, a physical address and electronic mail address shall be provided.

Bids received from Bidders who do not appear to be registered on the “Plan Holders” list will not be considered.

All Bids shall be accompanied by a Bid Bond equal to ten percent (10%) of the total Bid, to be forfeited to the Owner in the event of failure of the Bidder to execute the Contract.

A one hundred percent (100%) Performance and Payment Bond will be required to guarantee the faithful performance of the Contract. It is required that the surety issuing such bonds be duly authorized and licensed to transact surety business in the state

of Oregon.

This Work is a public work subject to ORS 279C.800 through 279C.870 (Prevailing Wage Rates), but is not subject to the Davis‐Bacon Act (40 U.S.C. 276a).

The Owner reserves the right to postpone the Award for up to 30 days, to delete certain items from the Bid Section, and to award the Contract to the lowest responsible Bidder.

The Owner also reserves the right to reject any Bid not in compliance with all public contracting procedures and requirements or for good cause upon finding by the Owner that it is the public interest to do so.

Questions from Bidders should be addressed to Stephen Kahl at kahl. stephen@co.polk.or.us or 503‐623‐9287.

Dated this 20th day of December, 2023.

Tod Whitaker, P.E. Public Works Director

/s/ Polk County Public Works, Owner

(Dec. 20, 27, 2023)

Pirates seek elusive league title From Page B1

Domes said the team played a grueling summer schedule – 27 games in 23 days – and finished an impressive 23-4, including two tough losses to Western Christian, a top 2A team, and Estacada, a 4A

L ove for wrestling to

determine fate of Panthers’ season From Page B1

be seen, but she is off to a fast start, having won seven of her first eight matches. “(Alvarez) is a veteran type of wrestler, because she’s been wrestling since she was five or six years old. “I’m

PUBLIC NOTICES INVITATION TO BID Sealed Bids for the “Polk County – Safe Routes to School Grant Project” will be received on behalf of the Polk County Board of Commissioners by Todd Whitaker, Public Works Director at 850 Main Street, Dallas, OR 97338, until the Bid Closing time of 2:00 p.m. on January 17, 2024. Bids will be opened immediately after the Bid Closing time, but written bid tabulations will not be released until after 4:00 p.m. (the submittal deadline for the “First‐Tier subcontractor Disclosure Form”).

Bids shall be clearly marked “Bid for the Polk County – Safe Routes to School Grant Project” showing the date and time of the public Bid Closing, as well as the Bidders name, and shall be delivered to the location specified above, by or before the above Bid Closing time.

By no later than 4:00 p.m. local time on January 17,

2024 each Bidder shall deliver to Todd Whitaker, Public Works Director at the same address as the Bids were delivered to, the “First Tier subcontractor Disclosure Form” contained in the Bid Booklet.

This form shall be submitted regardless of the Bid total.

Bidders who fail to submit the required disclosure form will be considered non‐responsive, and their Bid will not be considered for Award. The disclosure form shall be submitted in a separate sealed envelope clearly marked “Disclosure Form for the Polk County – Safe Routes to School Grant Project” showing the date and time of the disclosure submittal deadline, as well as the Bidders name, and shall be delivered to the location specified above, by or before the disclosure submittal deadline.

The Work for Schedule A includes, but is not limited to, approximately 581 ton of Asphalt Concrete Pavement,

Itemizer-Observer

(Dec. 20, 2023, Jan. 3, 2024) NOTICE OF SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY UNDER LANDLORD’S LIEN: Notice is hereby given that Highway 22 Storage pursuant to Chapter 87 of the Oregon Revised Statutes will foreclose a Landlords Lien on the property listed below, and subsequently hold a public auction online to pay accrued storage fees and other charges. The Auction will be held at Bid13.com and the auction will close January 5th, 2024 at 12:00 PM PST. Payment in full must be received by 5:00 PM PST, January 4th, 2024 to avoid auction.

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FLASHBACK

OF THE

PAST 50 years ago Dec. 19, 1973

County fuel supply bids show effect of shortages

Polk County Commissioners felt the pinch of the nation’s energy crisis Tuesday as they opened response to their invitation to bid on county fuel needs. The first two bid letters opened, from AtlanticRichfield, of Los Angeles and Union 76 at Portland, gave identical responses: “We are not in a position to submit a bid at this time.”

Criminal investigations up for Dallas liaison officer

Dallas Community Liaison Officer Bryon Perkins reported a sharp increase in time spent on criminal investigations during the month of November, including work on burglaries, drug activities, runaways and child abuse and neglect cases. Overall contacts for the month were reported

down compared to November of 1972

Dragons flail Wolverines -- clubbed

by Cavemen

Dallas High School’s basketball quintet played two more pre-season encounters last week and came away with a split. Tuesday evening they hosted Willamette of Eugene and gunned in a 10-point win, 74-64. Then on Friday evening, down at Grants Pass, they blew a 9-point halftime lead and ended up dropping the contest by 5 points, 58-53.

40 years ago Dec. 21, 1983

ESD to review Valsetz merger

FILE PHOTO

This week’s Flashback is from Dec. 19, 1973: LOTS OF PUPPETS – One of the projects for the girls of the No We Tom Pat’ Im Mim campfire group was making hand puppets for the children’s ward of the Polk Community Hospital. The girls sewed them by hand and presented them to the hospital on Dec. 14. Those girls pictured are (from left) Dani Jo Scott, Karen Scmidt, Jennifer Fenton, Judy Sanders and Deborah Magnuson. Top row (from left) are Nareen Smith, Mariam Baker and Susan Wood. Not pictured is Susan Scmidt.

Two groups of Valsetz consider one or both of the School District residents filed petitions to merge their school petitions, said Bill Richardson, district superintendent. district with Dallas and Falls City last week.

FC will mull sales The ESD’s boundary was tax again expected to hold an emergency Referral of a proposed sales meeting as soon as possible to schedule a hearing date to tax and government spending

limitation will be back on the Falls City School Board’s agenda in January.

With only three members present last Wednesday night, a motion to refer the legislative proposal to voters in the spring failed to gain the

IPD swears in two new officers

necessary three affirmative votes for passage.

Dragon Wrestlers fall to No. 1

unenviable position - against the state’s No. 1 team. The results were predictable, as

The Dallas High School wrestling team opened up its league season Thursday in an

Canby topped the Dragons 59-4.

Dec. 20 - Dec. 27 Answer key.

Puzzles can be found on page B5

PHOTOS CONTRIBUTED

Independence Police Chief Robert Mason welcomes aboard new officers Colton Hiebert (left) and Kobe Everett at a ceremony Dec. 8.

The Independence Police Department recently swore in new officers Colton Hiebert and Kobe Everett at an official ceremony with family and friends, city staff and elected officials in attendance.

Hiebert said he wanted a career in law enforcement because of his strong desire to help people. Before joining the IPD, Hiebert worked

as a general manager for Best Western in Dallas and Wilsonville. He enjoys being outdoors and spending time with his family. Hiebert is excited to be joining the team and looks forward to making a positive difference in the community.

Everett was raised in Salem, Oregon, as well as Southern Brazil, where his

family served as missionaries.

Guided by a lifelong desire to pursue law enforcement as a career, Everett began his professional journey by obtaining a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Corban University. Everett served the Corban community by working as an officer for the university’s Office of Campus Safety, learning

first-hand the importance of community policing. Later, he earned a Master’s Degree in Public Safety Administration and volunteered with the IPD as a reserve officer. He enjoys exercise, basketball and spending time with his friends and family, and is very excited to serve Independence.

WOU professor receives recognition for film Leslie Watanabe, Western Oregon University’s professor of theatre and dance, has received several prestigious awards for his film “Bonsai” released this year and showcased at various film festivals.

“Bonsai” is a captivating film that intertwines the technical creation of a beautiful bonsai tree with the life story of the filmmaker’s mother.

The film’s unique concept and execution have resonated with audiences and critics, leading to its success.

“My mother shared with me that my father made her life a bonsai. This phrase haunted

me for years. When I finally made ‘Bonsai,’ it was done from my mother’s viewpoint.

I gathered all her letters and began the heart-rending process of writing the script,” Watanabe said. “Now that it’s done and has received recognition throughout the world, I can finally say to her, ‘Rest in peace, Mom, the world knows your story.’”

In 2023, “Bonsai” received numerous awards and recognition: - Best Experimental Film, Best Art House Short Film, Best Cinematography, and

Dance Film - 8 Halfilm Awards, Rome - Best Experimental Film Frida Film Festival, Paris - Best Experimental Film - Florence Film Awards, Florence - Best Experimental Film International Gold Awards - Gold Award: Best Screenplay - Paris Film Awards - Best Screenplay - New York Movie Awards - Best Editing - Florence Film Awards, Florence Looking ahead to 2024, “Bonsai” has been nominated

for awards and will be featured at several festivals: - Best Screen Play - Winter Leopard International Film Festival, Stockholm - Best Dance Video - Art Giraffe International Film Festival, Nice - Best Short Film - Red Fox International Film Festival - Best Short Film and Best Sound Design - Portuguese Lemur International Film Festival, Lisbon - Best Original Screenplay Liber Films International Film Festival, Greece

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PUBLIC NOTICES IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON; FOR THE COUNTY OF POLK; PROBATE DEPARTMENT; In the Matter of the Estate of JANE RHEA OAKLAND, Deceased; Case No. 23PB09559. NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Shauna R. Clark has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the undersigned personal representative at PO Box 781, Corvallis, Oregon 97339, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, 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, the personal representative, or the attorney for the personal representative, Steven L. Adkins, Evashevski Elliott PC, PO Box 781, Corvallis, OR 97339. Dated and first published on December 6, 2023. Shauna R. Clark, Personal Representative (Dec. 6, 13, 20, 2023) NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS In the Circuit Court of the State of Oregon for the County of Polk Case No. 23PB09611 In the Matter of the Estate of Katherine E. Hakinson, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Katherine E. Hakinson died September 10, 2023, and that by order of the above-entitled Court, the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative.

All persons having claims against the Estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative at 693 Chemeketa Street NE, Salem, Oregon 973013732 / Post Office Box 2247, Salem, Oregon 97308-2247, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice or said claims may be barred.

All persons whose rights may be affected by this proceeding are advised that additional information may be obtained from the records of the Court, the Personal Representative, or the attorneys for the Personal Representative.

Lucille L. Weyer Personal Representative Sherman, Sherman, Johnnie & Hoyt, LLP Attorneys for the Personal Representative 693 Chemeketa Street NE, Salem, Oregon 97301-3732 / Post Office Box 2247, Salem, Oregon 97308-2247 Date of first publication: December 6, 2023 Second and third publication: 1213-2023; 12-20-2023 (Dec. 6, 13, 20, 2023) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF POLK Probate Department In the Matter of the Estate of SHIRLEY LEE SALZMAN, Deceased. Case No. 23PB09561 N O T I C E TO I N T E R E S T E D PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Lisa Corner has been appointed as Personal Representative. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative, Lisa Corner, c/o Kathryn M. Belcher, of McGinty & Belcher, Attorneys, P.C., P.O. Box 12806, Salem, Oregon, 97309, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, 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, the personal representative, or the attorneys for the personal representative, s/Kathryn M. Belcher Kathryn M. Belcher, OSB #99220 Attorney for Personal Representative Personal Representative Lisa Corner 675 Spruce St. NE Salem, OR 97301 (503) 400-9896 Attorney for Personal Representative Kathryn M. Belcher, OSB # 992200 McGinty & Belcher, Attorneys, PC P.O. Box 12806 Salem, OR 97309 Tel: (503) 371-9636 Fax: (503) 371-2879 (Dec. 6, 13, 20, 2023) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF Polk Probate Department Case No. 23PB09566 STEVEN VAN PELT, AMENDED LIMITED JUDGMENT FOR Deceased. ADMINISTRATION OF INTESTATE ESTATE AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE (Correcting Decedent ‘s Name in Caption) In the In the Matter of the Estate of STEVEN VAN PELT, Deceased.

The court accepts the Petition of Katelyn Van Pelt for the probate of the above-named Decedent’s estate (“Estate”) and finds the

allegation of the Petition to be true.

IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED and ADJUDGED that: 1. The estate is admitted to probate; 2. Katelyn Van Pelt is appointed as Personal Representative of the Estate with full powers; 3. No bond is required pursuant to ORS I3. 105(2)(b); and 4. Letters of Administration shall be issued forthwith to the Personal Representative in the manner provided by law. /s/ Rafael A. Caso, Circuit Court Judge UTCR 5.100 CERTIFICATE OF READINESS I, Abel Soriano, certify that the foregoing proposed limited judgment is ready for judicial signature because service is not required pursuant to UTCR 5.100(3) or by statute, rule or otherwise, or the filing is submitted ex parte.

DATED: November 21, 2023 /s/ Able Soriano, OBS No. 174685 Attorney for Petitioner

that Paulette Jaeger has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the Decedent’s Personal Representative’s attorney, Cassie N. Hutton, Howard Law Group, LLC, at 1114 12th Street SE, Salem, OR 97302, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, 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, the personal representative, or the lawyer for the personal representative, Cassie N. Hutton, 1114 12th Street SE, Salem, Oregon 97302.

Dated and first published on December 12, 2023. /s/ Cassie N. Hutton, OSB No. 191678 Attorneys for Personal Representative 1114 12th Street SE Salem, OR 97302 Phone: (503) 363-9264 Fax: (503) 363-2250 Email: cassie@howardslaw.com

(Dec. 13, 20, 27, 2023)

(Dec. 13, 20, 27, 2023)

This is an action for Judicial Foreclosure of real property commonly known as 850 PIEDMONT AVE NW, SALEM, OR 97304 A motion or answer must be given to the court clerk or administrator within 30 days of the date of the first publication specified herein along with the required filing fee

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF POLK PROBATE DEPARTMENT Case No. 23PB09947 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PARTIES

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF POLK Case No. 22CV36435 SUMMONS DEFENDANTS JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff v.

MARTIN GUIJOSA; THE ESTATE OF JUVENTINO GUIJOSA; THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, ASSIGNS AND DEVISEES OF JUVENTINO GUIJOSA; ALAN JUVENTINO GUIJOSA-CONTRERAS; OSBELIA CONTRERAS; AND ALL OTHER PERSONS OR PARTIES UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY R I G H T, T I T L E , L I E N , O R INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS 850 PIEDMONT AVE NW SALEM, OR 97304 Defendants TO DEFENDANTS THE ESTATE OF JUVENTINO GUIJOSA; THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, ASSIGNS AND DEVISEES OF JUVENTINO GUIJOSA: IN THE NAME OF THE STATE OF OREGON: You are hereby required to appear and defend the action filed against you in the above-entitled cause within 30 days from the date of service of this Summons upon you; and if you fail to appear and defend, for want thereof, the Plaintiff will apply to the court for the relief demanded therein.

Dated: October 26, 2023 ALDRIDGE PITE, LLP By: /s/ Michael J. Page OSB#194328 Of Attorneys for Plaintiff (858) 750-7600 (503) 222-2260 (facsimile) orecourtnotices@aldridgepite. com Aldridge Pite, LLP 1050 SW 6th Ave, Suite 1100 Portland, OR 97204 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT/ DEFENDANTS READ THESE PAPERS CAREFULLY You must “appear” in this case or the other side will win automatically. To “appear” you must file with the court a legal paper called a “motion” or “answer”. The “motion” or “answer” must be given to the court clerk or administrator within 30 days (or 60 days for Defendant United States or State of Oregon Department of Revenue) along with the required filing fee. It must be in proper form and have proof of service on the plaintiff’s attorney or, if the plaintiff does not have an attorney, proof of service on the plaintiff.

If you have questions, you should see an attorney immediately. If you need help in finding an attorney, you may contact the Oregon State Bar’s Lawyer Referral Service online at www.oregonstatebar.org or by calling (503) 684-3763 (in the Portland metropolitan area) or tollfree elsewhere in Oregon at (800) 452-7636.

NOTICE TO ANY VETERAN OF THE ARMED FORCES If you are a veteran of the armed forces, assistance may be available from a county veterans’ service officer or community action agency.

Contact information for a local county veterans’ service officer and community action agency may be obtained by calling a 2-1-1 information service.

(Dec. 13, 20, 27, 2023, Jan. 3, 2024) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF POLK (Probate Department) Case No: 23PB10392 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS In the Matter of the Estate of ONDINA LUCIA DEVOE, Deceased.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF NANCY LEORA HALHOULI, Deceased.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that JULIE ANN MINAHAN has been appointed as Personal Representative of the Estate of NANCY LEORA HALHOULI. All persons having claims against the Estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to Personal Representative at: JULIE ANN MINAHAN c/o Kueny Law LLC 3040 Commercial St. SE, Suite 135 Salem, Oregon 97302 within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, 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, Personal Representative, or the lawyer for Personal Representative, Rebecca S. Kueny, 3040 Commercial Street SE, Suite 135, Salem, OR 97302 Dated and first published on December 13, 2023.

Published December 13, 20, 27, 2023 (Dec. 13, 20, 27, 2023) NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS In the Circuit Court of the State of Oregon for the County of Polk Case No. 23PB10102 In the Matter of the Estate of Mayetta Maxine Bushnell, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Mayetta Maxine Bushnell died July 26, 2023, and that by order of the above-entitled Court, the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative.

All persons having claims against the Estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative at 693 Chemeketa Street NE, Salem, Oregon 973013732 / Post Office Box 2247, Salem, Oregon 97308-2247, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice or said claims may be barred.

All persons whose rights may be affected by this proceeding are advised that additional information may be obtained from the records of the Court, the Personal Representative, or the attorneys for the Personal Representative.

Melvin Sutter Personal Representative Sherman, Sherman, Johnnie & Hoyt, LLP Attorneys for the Personal Representative 693 Chemeketa Street NE, Salem, Oregon 97301-3732 / Post Office Box 2247, Salem, Oregon 97308-2247 Date of first publication: December 13, 2023 Second and third publication: 12/20/2023; 12/27/2023 (Dec. 13, 20, 27, 2023) Notice of Preliminary Determination for Water Right Transfer T-13919 T-13919 filed by Opa’s Acres LLC, Attn: Oliver Raab, PO Box 15010, Salem, OR 97309, proposes a change in character of use under Certificate 36547 and Certificate 39082. Certificate 36547 allows the storage of 1.21 acre-feet from an unnamed intermittent stream in Sec. 27, T6S, R5W, WM for storage for stock use in Gilles Reservoir in Sec. 27, T6S, R5W, WM. The applicant proposes to change the character of use to storage for irrigation, agricultural use, livestock use, and fire protection.

Certificate 39802 allows the storage of 6.5 acre-feet from an unnamed drainage way in Sec. 27, T6S, R5W, WM for storage for stock use (enlargement of Matt Giles Reservoir No. 1) in Sec. 27, T6S, R5W, WM. The applicant proposes to change the character of use to storage for irrigation, agricultural use, livestock use, and fire protection. The Water

(Nov. 29, Dec. 6, 13, 20 2023) TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE TS No.: 118570-OR Loan No.: ***7748 Reference is made to that certain trust deed (the “Deed of Trust”) executed by ALYCE GRABOTIN AND OSWALD GRABOTIN, AS TENANTS BY THE ENTIRETY, as Grantor, to MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS DESIGNATED NOMINEE FOR AMERICAN ADVISORS GROUP, BENEFICIARY OF THE SECURITY INSTRUMENT, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, as Trustee, in favor of FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, as Beneficiary, dated 4/27/2022, recorded 5/9/2022, as Instrument No. 2022-005650, in the Official Records of Polk County, Oregon, which covers the following described real property situated in Polk County, Oregon: LOT 3, BLOCK 11, HILL PARK ADDITION NO. 4, IN THE CITY OF INDEPENDENCE, POLK COUNTY, OREGON. (PLAT VOLUME 7, PAGE 2) APN: 207456 / 08428-CB-06600 Commonly known as: 347 S SPRUCE COURT INDEPENDENCE, OR 97351 The current beneficiary is: FINANCE OF AMERICA REVERSE LLC Both the beneficiary and the trustee have elected to sell the above-described real property to satisfy the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust and notice has been recorded pursuant to ORS 86.752(3). The default for which the foreclosure is made is due to the failure of the borrower to maintain the property as their principle residence.

TOTAL REQUIRED TO PAYOFF:

$113,923.78

By reason of the default, the beneficiary has declared all obligations secured by the Deed of Trust immediately due and payable, including: the principal sum of $99,996.53 together with interest thereon in the total amount of $10,679.05, plus all accrued late charges, and all trustee’s fees, foreclosure costs, and any sums advanced by the beneficiary pursuant to the terms and conditions of the Deed of Trust Whereof, notice hereby is given that the undersigned trustee, CLEAR RECON CORP, whose address is 111 SW Columbia Street #950, Portland, OR 97201, will on 4/2/2024, at the hour of 11:00 AM, standard time, as established by ORS 187.110, AT THE MAIN STREET ENTRANCE TO THE POLK COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 850 MAIN STREET, DALLAS, OR 97338, sell at public auction to the highest bidder in the form of cash equivalent (certified funds or cashier’s check) the interest in the above-described real property which the grantor had or had power to convey at the time it executed the Deed of Trust, together with any interest which the grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of the Deed of Trust, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the trustee. Notice is further given that any person named in ORS 86.778 has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the Deed of Trust reinstated by payment to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than the portion of principal that would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, trustee’s and attorneys’ fees, and curing any other default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the Deed of Trust at any time not later than five days before the date last set for sale. Without limiting the trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the trustee’s sale. In construing this notice, the masculine gender includes the feminine and the neuter, the singular includes plural, the word “grantor” includes any successor in interest to the grantor as well as any other persons owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by the Deed of Trust, the words “trustee” and ‘beneficiary” include their respective successors in interest, if any. Dated: 11/17/2023 CLEAR RECON CORP 111 SW Columbia Street #950 Portland, OR 97201 Phone: 858-750-7777 866-931-0036 By: Name: Jessica Lopez Authorized Signatory of Trustee (Dec. 13, 20, 27, 2023, Jan. 3, 2024) Resources Department proposes to approve the transfer, based on the requirements of ORS Chapter 540 and OAR 690-380-5000.

Any person may file, jointly or severally, a protest or standing statement within 30 days after the last date of newspaper publication of this notice, MM/DD/YEAR. Call (503) 979-9931 to obtain additional information. If no protests are filed, the Department will issue a final order consistent with the preliminary determination.

(Dec. 20, 27, 2023) TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE Reference is made to a certain trust deed (“Trust Deed”) made, executed and delivered by Angelina M. Jones and Sat’Desha A. Jones, wife and husband, as grantor, to Brad L. Williams, an Oregon attorney, as trustee, in favor of First Technology Federal Credit Union, as beneficiary, dated June 26, 2018, and recorded on June 29, 2018, as Recording No. 2018-007655, in the mortgage records of Polk County, Oregon.

The Trust Deed covers the following described real property (“Property”) situated in said county and state, to-wit: LOT 335, DEER RIDGE ESTATESPHASE 5, IN THE CITY OF SALEM, POLK COUNTY, OREGON. There are defaults by the grantor or other person owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by the Trust Deed, with respect to provisions therein which authorize sale in the event of default of such provision; the defaults for which foreclosure is made is grantor’s failure to pay when due the following sums: (1) Arrearage in the sum of $11,361.94 as of October 1, 2023, plus additional payments, property expenditures, taxes, liens, assessments, insurance, late fees, attorney’s and trustee’s fees and costs, and interest due at the time of reinstatement or

sale; and (2) Grantors’ failure to protect Lender’s security interest by their failure to keep the property free of liens and/or judgments.

By reason of said defaults, the beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligations secured by said Trust Deed immediately due and payable, said sums being the following, to-wit: Payoff in the sum of $117,351.38 as of October 1, 2023, plus taxes, liens, assessments, property expenditures, insurance, accruing interest, late fees, attorney’s and trustee’s fees and costs incurred by beneficiary or its assigns.

WHEREFORE, notice hereby is given that the undersigned trustee will on March 13, 2024, at the hour of 11:00 a.m., in accord with the standard of time established by ORS 187.110, at the following place: Northwest Front Entrance of the Polk County Courthouse, 850 Main Street, Dallas, Oregon, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the above-described Property, which the grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by grantor of the said Trust Deed, together with any interest which the grantor or grantor’s successors in interest acquired after the execution of the Trust Deed, to satisfy the obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the trustee.

Notice is further given that any person named in ORS 86.778 has the right, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for the sale, to have this foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the Trust Deed reinstated by payment to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred) and by curing any other default complained of herein that is capable of being cured by tendering the performance required under the obligation or

Trust Deed, and in addition to paying said sum or tendering the performance necessary to cure the default, by paying all costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation and Trust Deed, together with trustee’s and attorney’s fees not exceeding the amounts provided by said ORS 86.778.

Without limiting the trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the trustee’s sale.

In construing this notice, the singular includes the plural, the word “grantor” includes any successor in interest to the grantor as well as any other person owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by said Trust Deed, and the words “trustee” and “beneficiary” include their respective successors in interest, if any.

The NOTICE TO RESIDENTIAL TENANTS, attached hereto as Exhibit A, is incorporated herein by reference. Exhibit A, NOTICE TO RESIDENTIAL TENANTS, is not published pursuant to ORS 86.774(2)(b).

DATED: October 4, 2023.

Michelle M. Bertolino, Successor Trustee Farleigh Wada Witt 121 SW Morrison, Suite 600 Portland, OR 97204 Phone: 503-228-6044; fax: 503-228-1741 (Dec. 20, 27, 2023, Jan. 3, 10, 2024)

PUZZLE PAGE MOMENTS IN TIME • On Jan. 1, 2011, the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN) debuted on television. The “Queen of All Media” had previously described her vision for the network as one that “inspires our viewers and makes them want to be who they are on their best day.”

• On Jan. 2, 1919, locksmith and far-right politician Anton Drexler founded the German Workers’ Party, the forerunner of the Nazi Party, in Munich, Germany, from a group that met regularly to discuss political matters. Among other things, the party advocated for nationalism and extreme antisemitism.

• On Jan. 3, 1521, Martin Luther was excommunicated from the Roman Catholic Church by Pope Leo X after he failed to recant 41 parts of his NinetyFive Theses, which started the Protestant Reformation. The pope had called the offending statements heretical, scandalous and offensive to pious ears, though he did not specify exactly which ones fell under that category.

• On Jan. 4, 1957, the Hamilton Electric 500 watch made its public debut. It was the first timepiece to never need winding (though it did need frequent battery replacement) and came in “modern” asymmetrical designs to reflect its revolutionary technology.

Production ended 12 years later with the advanced technology of quartz movements that rendered the “watch of the future” obsolete.

• On Jan. 5, 1992, a landslide that occurred near San Francisco killed 33 people and caused the Golden Gate Bridge to close. Heavy rain in the amount of nearly half of the city’s average annual precipitation had previously fallen for a straight 36 hours • On Jan. 6, 2000, a severe flu outbreak in the United Kingdom caused National Health Service hospitals to be stretched to their limits, leaving many forced to cancel all non-emergency surgeries and facing intensive care bed shortages. The outbreak was blamed on a low rate of flu vaccinations.

• On Jan. 7, 1927, the first transatlantic telephone service was established. A three-minute call between New York and London cost about $45, which would translate to roughly $550 today.

TRIVIA TEST

By FIFI RODRIGUEZ

QUESTIONS 1. FOOD & DRINK: What is ciabatta?

2. TELEVISION: What is the name of the 1980s cop drama series starring actor William Shatner 3. HISTORY: In which year did the Gulf oil spill occur?

4. LITERATURE: Who wrote the classic holiday novella “The Cricket on the Hearth”?

5. INVENTIONS: Who invented penicillin?

6. GEOGRAPHY: Monaco is bordered on three sides by which European country?

7. U.S. STATES: Which state’s nickname is “The Land of Enchantment”?

8. MOVIES: What is the name of the police chief in the movie “Jaws”?

9. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What does the J.D. stand for in a law degree?

10. MUSIC: Which singer had a breakout hit with “I Kissed a Girl”?

ANSWERS 1. An Italian bread.

2. “T.J. Hooker.”

3. 2010.

4. Charles Dickens.

5. Alexander Fleming.

6. France.

7. New Mexico.

8. Martin Brody.

9. Juris Doctor.

10. Katy Perry.

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CLASS 5A CENTRAL HIGH Boys Basketball

• Dec. 15: Panthers 54, Cascade 55

Girls Basketball

• Dec. 12: Lebanon 59, Panthers 75 • Dec. 15: Panthers 54, Cascade 40 • Dec. 16: South Salem 58, Panthers 55

DALLAS HIGH Boys Basketball Seaside Holiday Tournament

• Dec. 14: Madras 58, Dallas 41 • Dec. 15: Dallas 38, The Dalles 69 • Dec. 16: Elma (WA) 48, Dallas 45

Girls Basketball

• Dec. 14: Dallas 47, North Salem 22

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• Dec. 13: Falls City 38, Perrydale 24

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• Dec. 13: Falls City 38, Perrydale 24 • Dec. 14: Perrydale 39, Willamette Valley Christian (JV) 19

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