A renaissance re-enactor demonstrates a knight’s cutting prowess from horseback during the 28th
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City Council races take shape for Nov. 5
By DAVID HAYES Itemizer-Observer
With the Presidential race usually taking center stage on election day Nov. 5, many local races for expiring city council seats have taken shape. The Polk County Elections Office has compiled all the candidates who filed their paperwork by the Sept. 5 deadline. Overall, 29 candidates are running to fill 17 expiring city council seats, including five seats in Dallas, and three each in Independence, Monmouth, Falls City and Willamina. Dallas, with the most expiring seats, had seven candidates file, including incumbents Debbie Virden, Carlos Barrientos, Kirsten Collins and Kimberly Fitzgerald, who will be joined by newcomers Anthony Blosser, Lauren May and Troy Hazelton. The top five vote getters will be sworn in come the new year. There will be a race in every expiring seat in Independence. Vying for Seat 2 will be incumbent Dawn Hedrick-Roden against Evan Sorce. Incumbent Sara Jobe did not file to defend Seat 3. Competing to fill the vacancy will be Bill Boisvert, Marc Senyk and Dana Sharman. Lastly, incumbent Kathy Martin-Willis looks to retain Seat 6 against Connor Gowen.
In Monmouth Rebecca SalinasOliveros was the only city council candidate with an expiring term not
to refile. Incumbents John Oberst and Carol McKiel will be joined by Ned Kenney, Frank Morris and Jason Ridgeway competing for the top-three vote tallies.
In Falls City, incumbents Dennis Sickles and Amy Houghtaling will look to fill three expiring seats, along with Chris Martin, Steve McKee and Tia McConnell Scruton. Incumbent Martha Jirovec is not seeking reelection.
And up in Willamina, five candidates are looking to fill three at-large city council seats, including all three incumbents Barry Wilson, Rita Baller and Craig Johnson. They’ll be facing a challenge from Jennifer Eckels and Jace Maroney.
While mayoral terms were also all set to expire this year in each city, only one, Dallas, had more than one candidate file. Mayor Ken Woods announced his intent to retire to the Itemizer-Observer effective Dec. 31. After 40 years on the City Council and another year as mayor, Woods said it was time to let someone else have the opportunity to be mayor.
“Yes, there are some projects I would like to finish, such as the expansion of Mercer Dam, improvements to our streets and the commercial improvements to the Mill Site in south Dallas, to name a few,”
Woods said in a press release. “I am proud to say Dallas has been a great
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By DAVID HAYES Itemizer-Observer
giving you a park because we see you have lot of children with nowhere (else) to go here.,” Reyna said.
She was joined Sept. 15 by other local residents at the edge of the park, alerting nearby neighbors of the situation and sharing their frustrations that nobody from the city nobody told them of the plans until someone set up a tent there, unannounced, last week.
By DAVID HAYES Itemizer-Observer
When Penny Hanson moved south from Anchorage, Alaska, to Dallas, Oregon, to be closer to her family, she wasn’t ready to retire just yet.
Still in possession of decades worth of collectibles from her business from the great white north, Hanson thought she’d give it another go.
But Penny’s the store almost never got off the ground.
“I had a health scare when I first came down and wasn’t even sure I’d get into a business,” said Hanson, 75. “Even though I had this idea the last 4-5 years. I got back on my feet and said if I don’t do it now, I never will. I always felt I’m a young person for my age. I just can’t sit on a
rocking chair and call the rest of my life is over.”
So, she rented out space in the former Bel’s Salone at 65 Main Street (more on that later) and displayed much of her inventory. Hanson had hand-crafted her own quilts, lampshades, quilts and jewelry over the years and combined that with some fresh inventory, such as collectible action figures. It makes for an eclectic shopping experience.
“It’s a combination of new, used, collectible. Kind of collective-selective. A customer came up with,” Hanson said. “I wanted a different niche than any other store. I didn’t want to be a Good Will. I didn’t want to be an antique store.”
Walk in and to the right are vintage t-shirts. To the left are handcrafted linens and more. Down the center are the collectibles. Towards the back are bins of pint size toys to distract the kids while their moms, Hanson hopes, are attracted to the collectible China in the antique cabinet (which she says is definitely not for sale).
While Hanson is open to selective consignments, the vast majority of the inventory is from her own collecting days, including vintage toys in boxes. Old glass wares. A lot of jewelry that is old. She makes her own jewelry by taking apart vintage finds and piecing them back together to craft her own creations.
PHOTO BY LANCE MASTERSON
edition of the
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Penny Hanson opened her ‘selective-collective’ shop “Penny’s” at 65 Main St. in Dallas.
Community Shred Event benefits
Marion Polk Food Share
To celebrate Oregon Community Bank Week, Pioneer Trust Bank in Salem is hosting a Community Shred Event benefiting Marion Polk Food Share. The event is Oct. 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the bank’s Medical Center Branch located at 1190 Oak St. SE in Salem. Pioneer Trust Bank invites community members to “Shred & Bank Responsibly” by dropping off their food donations, including pet food, and their paper documents to be securely destroyed and recycled by an onsite mobile shredding truck. Refundable cans and bottles are also accepted as donations to The Salem Foundation. There is a 10-box limit on documents, but food donations are unlimited.
For more information, go to www.pioneertrustbank.com or contact Betsy Steinberg at (503) 363-3136.
Independence hosts Community Talk with city manager Kenna West
The city of Independence invites residents to join city manager Kenna West for Community Talks, an open, friendly discussion on topics of your choice—no agenda, no time limits, just honest conversation. Choose the time that works best for you
- 9–10 a.m. at Brew Coffee & Tap House, 211 S Main St, - 6–7 p.m. at Golden Hop Saloon, 133 C St.
These talks will be held on the second Thursday of every month. The administration looks forward to hearing from you.
OSP investigating officer involved shooting of kidnapping suspect in West Salem
A suspect was injured early Sept. 13 after being shot by Salem Police officers in West Salem. At approximately 4:30 a.m., Salem Police officers responded to the call of a woman reporting she was being kidnapped. According to an Oregon State Police report, officers located the suspect
vehicle with the woman inside. As officers attempted to stop the male driver, he turned into the parking lot of an apartment complex in the 300 block of Glen Creek Road Northwest in West Salem. The suspect vehicle stopped in the complex parking lot.
The woman got out of the car as officers approached the
involved vehicle. The suspect exited the car armed with a knife and was shot by two of the responding officers, according to the OSP. The 34-year-old suspect, Daniel Lewis Garcia, was provided immediate medical aid by officers prior to being transported to Salem Health where he is currently being treated.
The involved Salem police officers have been identified as Officer Nathan Bush, 7-years experience, Officer Colten Ruyle, 1 year, and Officer Faith Hovenden, 1 1/2 years. No officers were injured during the incident.
The Salem Police initiated the Polk County Law Enforcement Use of Deadly Force Plan under Senate Bill 111 for this incident. The Oregon State Police has taken over the primary investigation in coordination with the Polk County District Attorney’s Office.
Dallas High School expands educational pathways with Dragon Academy
By SHANNON RITTER Curriculum Assistant Principal
In response to the growing need for flexible and personalized education, Dallas School District has introduced Dragon Academy, a forward-thinking alternative program designed to offer students new ways to succeed. With both in-person and online options, Dragon Academy serves over 100 students in the classroom and an additional 60 learners through its online platform. This unique program provides students the opportunity to work
Park
Problems pop up with Polk Park
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“I’m really upset the city thinks this little area, which has always been, with a lot of Hispanics, older people who have passed away and now there’s a lot of apartments and rentals instead of what it used to be, this has always been a park to us, in a residential neighborhood,” Reyna said.
Last week, Kenna West used her regular spot on the city council’s agenda for city manager’s report to address the growing concerns of the park’s use and how decisions were made.
West told the councilors she reviewed the entire taped discussion they had at a work study session in May of 2023, with all the city council in attendance.
West explained even through the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Idaho’s restrictions on what actions city administration could take to removing the homeless from public spaces, Independence’s actions were still limited by regulations Oregon’s Legislature codified into law.
“Basically, cities must, no option, must … allow unhoused individuals to sit, lay, sleep and keep warm. We must, if we’re going to restrict access to other locations,” West said.
at their own pace while still benefiting from the resources and support of Dallas High School.
Dragon Academy is a reflection of the district’s understanding that education isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. Some students thrive in traditional classrooms, while others need the flexibility to balance personal responsibilities, jobs, or simply a different pace of learning. Using Edgenuity, an online learning platform, Dragon Academy offers a wide range of courses that
align with the Dallas High School curriculum, ensuring students stay on track for graduation while working in an environment that best suits their needs.
This expanded offering builds on the district’s history of meeting diverse educational needs, a tradition rooted in the success of the Morrison Alternative Campus (MCAP).
MCAP has long been a vital program for juniors and seniors who may not find success in conventional high school settings. With a strong sense of community, small
class sizes, and individualized instruction, MCAP provides a safe and supportive environment for up to 70 students each year, many of whom go on to graduate and pursue further education or enter the workforce.
MCAP’s proven track record of helping students regain their footing academically and socially has laid the groundwork for the more flexible options now available through Dragon Academy. Together, these programs offer students in the Dallas community multiple pathways
to achieve their academic and personal goals, no matter their learning style or life circumstances. For families looking to explore alternative education options, both Dragon Academy and Morrison Alternative Campus provide valuable opportunities to help students thrive. For more information on alternative education pathways in Dallas, please contact the DHS Counseling Department.
This photo stirred up controversy on social media last week of a unhoused person who set up a tent on an undeveloped plot of land between Ash and Walnut streets off Polk Street in Independence. Local residents took issue use should not have been designated for what they call ‘Polk
She added if the administration does not offer alternatives, the city opens itself to an expensive lawsuit from a homeless advocate suing on behalf of a homeless person that the city would likely lose.
One solution discussed was, rather than building a homeless encampment, instead offer an overnight camping only location, that gives the unhoused a spot to set up a tent to stay from “dusk to dawn.”
West recalled that city council steered discussion to finding a suitable location for such a plan. Three were suggested – Polk Park, Riverview Biker/Boater Campground and Gun Club Road.
“We had to look at all the parameters of case law which included if we are telling the unhoused community members they can’t be on the sidewalks, we have to allow a location that still provides services they have access - the post office, the library, to grocery stores, to everything they would have if they were on the sidewalk. That means you can’t just shuffle them off into the boondocks,” West said.
She explained during discussions, the Gun Club Road location was eliminated because it floods. The Biker/ Boater Campground was taken off because it was designated for people paying specifically for camping. That left Polk.
“I stated if you excluded the other parks, the only place available left us with the lot at Ash and Polk because of the issues with the other two,” West said.
With guidance from that work session, she said the administration developed an ordinance on June 13 that passed unanimously to make the “undeveloped land” between Ash and Walnut streets as an overnight camping spot for the unhoused.
“When an unhoused individual showed up at the Ash and Polk property (last week), our police chief made contact,” West said, bringing the discussion back to present day. “One, to figure out what needs they might have and connect them up to find housing. And two, to let them know what the parameters are for being in that location.”
Reyna’s daughter, Theresa Alverez didn’t so much take issue with the decision; rather, she had problems with the lack of communication about its implementation.
“In a year, they didn’t notify, didn’t have a quorum. They didn’t have any input from the community. And the fact the city council they officially said the parks they had were made off limits. They were calling it ‘the property between Ash and Walnut’ at city council meetings. But on the master plans it’s called Polk Street Park,”
West Valley Housing Authority will hold their Board Meeting on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 beginning at 12:00 p.m. at 204 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.
Alverez said, sharing with the Itemizer-Observer a printout of the architect’s completed design.
Councilor Dawn Roden said at last week’s meeting that she had originally brought up a fourth option ultimately gathered no traction - the parking lot right behind the new city hall.
“Since nobody in our community would be inconvenienced by having people right next door. People work hard to build their properties and have a home. They don’t deserve this happening in their backyards. And that’s exactly what’s happening over there.
That was my fear wherever we put it,” Roden said.
Several speakers during the last week’s meeting expressed their displeasure with the situation.
Dan Sharp, a 32-year resident of Independence, said he has also experienced homelessness for a six-month period in his life, so he understood both sides of the issue.
“I would like to see a better solution brought forth here. We can find another location that’s not in a residential area that isn’t going to affect people’s homes. I love having the dusk ‘til dawn. Homeless people are going to exist no matter where you go,” he said.
Connor Gowan said while he understood the city’s obligation to assist the unhoused, took issue with the location initially did not have restroom accommodations that could lead to inevitable ecological damage. (The city added a Port-a-Potty to the location the next day, according to residents).
“I also find it appalling that no notice was given to residents within the area that a city owned, undeveloped plot of land was going to be used for this purpose,” Gowan said. Mayor John McArdle offered for clarification his understanding of the situation at last week’s meeting, with West giving affirmation along the way.
“So, we have very little choice in what we can and cannot do. And we have a policy in place that follows that law and it’s very similar to other cities in the state are having to do the same kind of thing following that legislation,” McArdle said. “There’s very little choice we have, whether we like it or not.
“I know the Legislature is having conversations of what those ramifications are going to be moving forward. Until there is a change, we can only do what we’re doing. To do anything other than what we’re doing puts us at risk of a lawsuit that puts us in a very poor position,” he added. Stephanie Vasilis, who lives a block away from the park on Williams Street, first brough up concerns on social media. She said the lack of communication may have permanently damaged her family’s association with the plot of open space, even if short-term homeless campers are only allowed overnight.
“I bring the children down here to play. The dog, too. It’s a big space. It was known to be a park,” Vasilis said. “Now knowing what’s allowed here, it won’t be.”
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Here’s what seniors need to know about changes to Medicare Part D
By KENNETH THORPE
Congress recently made a number of changes to Medicare’s “Part D” prescription drug benefit. The changes were part of President Biden’s signature legislation, the Inflation Reduction Act. The legislation was intended to make it easier for seniors to afford their medicines.
Some of the changes will indeed help seniors. But other changes could inadvertently raise seniors’ costs, reduce their access to medicines, and stifle the development of new treatments.
With open enrollment season just around the corner -- it’ll run from October 15 to December 7 this year -- every senior should know about the Inflation Reduction Act and how it has impacted Medicare.
First, the good news. Seniors using insulin now have their costs capped at $35 each month. This has already made a huge difference for those living with diabetes.
Starting next year, seniors’ yearly out-of-pocket Part D drug costs will be capped at $2,000. Seniors will also have the option to spread these costs out over the entire year through a new program called the “Medicare Prescription Payment Plan.” Both of these changes can help seniors who rely on multiple brand-name medicines and those on fixed incomes. But right now, very few enrollees are aware of this new program. Medicare could do more to alert seniors to this new feature, especially since seniors interested in this benefit will need to opt in. During open enrollment season, seniors should consider contacting their Part D insurers if they’d benefit from spreading out their pharmacy costs.
Because of the Inflation Reduction Act, Medicare can now set prices on some covered drugs for the first time ever. Unfortunately, this policy has had some unintended effects on the development of new medicines. Thus far, it has already resulted in the discontinuation of at least 36 research programs and 22 experimental drugs.
The Inflation Reduction Act has also resulted in higher premiums for seniors. This year, standalone Part D plans were on track to cost 21% more than they did last year, on average. As a result, many seniors switched to lower cost options. The number of plans available has also dropped, down about 25% since 2020.
Because of the law, many insurers have also shifted some medications to “non-preferred” or “specialty” tiers that require higher out-of-pocket costs, restricting beneficiaries’ access to previously covered drugs. Some insurers have also created rules that make it harder to get the drugs your doctor recommends, like making patients first try cheaper options.
It is important that seniors learn about these changes -- and the impact they’re having on their access to medicines -- before Medicare’s open enrollment begins in October.
Kenneth E. Thorpe is chairman of the Department of Health Policy and Management at the Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University. He is chairman of the Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease.
STRANGE BUT TRUE
By LUCIE WINBORNE
• Beethoven went out of his way to ensure his morning coffee was made with exactly 60 beans per cup.
• In the hit film “Back to the Future,” the time machine was originally an old fridge. According to HuffPost, “Ultimately, it was determined that it probably was not a good idea to use a refrigerator in such a manner as kids might want to reenact the scene.”
• Up until the beginning of the 19th century, models were not used to showcase clothes. Fashion companies would use dolls instead.
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• Pentheraphobia is the intense and disproportionate fear of your mother-in-law.
• To ensure Queen Elizabeth II received her food on time, clocks in the royal kitchen at Windsor Castle were set five minutes ahead.
• While they might look the same, Jenga blocks have subtle differences in dimensions to make their construction less stable. Each brick is a different size and weight, so no two games are alike.
• As a souvenir from his trip to the Middle East, French author Gustave Flaubert brought home a mummy’s foot and kept it on his working desk.
• Herrings communicate through farts.
• In 2009, a team of scientists searched Scotland’s Loch Ness for evidence of Nessie. While the fabled monster remained elusive, they at least recovered more than 100,000 golf balls.
Thought for the Day: “Nobody grows old merely by living a number of years. We grow old by deserting our ideals. Years may wrinkle the skin, but to give up enthusiasm wrinkles the soul.” – Samuel Ullman
Letters to the editor
A warning for Trump’s running mate
Given the treatment of Trump’s last vice president, the only question I have for J.D.Vance is “Have you been measured for your noose yet?”
Frank Vanderburg
Monmouth
Judge for yourself Polk County’s compliance with treasurer position
On Friday, Sept. 20, a Polk County judge will hear oral arguments in the Polk County Treasurer job responsibilities legal challenge filed last November.
Please consider the questions below, listen to the court room discussion, and then judge for yourself whether the Polk County Commissioners have met their legal obligations.
Since Polk County has never adopted a Constitutional Article VI §10 charter, can Polk County modify the official duties of its constitutionally designated elected county treasurer?
Under what authority can Polk County claim that Ordinance 24-01 complies with ORS 203.045 or ORS 203.035(2)?
E.M. Easterly
Salem
Bible spoke of right vs left
I came across a verse in Ecclesiastes written by King Solomon, the wisest man to have ever lived. He said, “A wise man’s heart turns him toward the right, but a foolish man’s heart turns him toward the left.”
The right everywhere in scripture represents blessing. The left represents condemnation. Kind of ironic isn’t it that our political parties are labeled right and left? You might want to consider whether you are going to vote for blessing or condemnation.
June Stout Independence
NRA was a learning safe haven
A recollection from my 85 trips around the sun. As a child, I never got some important needs met from my busy parents. No cuddles or hugs. Never heard “I love you.” No “good job” or “nice try” reached my ears. I soon learned that negative behavior would get me attention and then feel like I mattered. Punishment was beside the point.
Fortunately, the NRA was a hunters safety organization back then. Also, my classes were small enough for me to get individual positive attention from teachers when I started school. I got better and better through the years.
Oh, I still like attention but am very selective about how I get it.
Jerry Nathan Dallas
Did the Democrat party get hijacked?
Before anyone votes again, they need to ask themselves a serious question? Did the Communists hijack the Democrat party? Communists have gained legitimacy and power just by calling themselves Democrats.
President Biden appointed hardcore Communists that no one ever voted for into our government. People like Cuban-born Mayorkas, Secretary Nuland, Yellin, Blinken and Merrick Garland, to name a few.
Millions of unvetted, bad people have invaded America just by walking over the border, including Venezuelan criminals, Islamic terrorists and Chinese soldiers in civilian clothes.
All these illegals are future Democrat voters to create a oneparty system, where all opposition gets out voted and then turned it into a tyrannical communist takeover.
I was a captain in the U.S. Army, stationed in Germany for nine years as a dentist. I saw how Communists started the “Green Party” promoting a better global environment.
Sounded good.
But once people voted for them, they got East German Communist Angela Merkel in power, who flooded Germany with third world immigrants who get away with rape and murder simply because the primitive people that came in feeling they conquered Europe.
Do you think it will be any different in America? The Communists use these people as “foot soldiers” to take over Western countries to dominate and control them. It’s how they fight their wars.
Already, 300,000 Americans died in the last three years from Chinese fentanyl and Mexican meth brought through the open southern border. In addition to 63 million killed by abortions.
So, you know when Harris and Walz say “tax the rich”, using the oldest Communist mantra ever, they are Communist. But it will be you, the slave that works for a living, who will be taxed.
Never vote for lying Communists – 100 million people died in the 1900s from Communism. Let their deaths be your warning. Study their history.
Richard Davenport Rickreall
Be honest asking if America was better four years ago
We don’t need to be registered as Democrats or Republicans to understand that we are indeed not “better off” now than we were four years ago.
If people would be really honest, they would have to admit that our country is not recognizable as the America we have known and have had the honor of growing up in.
America was energy independent four years ago, and energy influences nearly all aspects of our lives.
We are experiencing the loss of freedom of speech, crime is way up and citizens are feeling increasingly unsafe. Our border has been overrun with people from more than 100 other countries, (crossing illegally or being flown in over the border) and they are being encouraged/enabled to vote in our elections, when they are not invested in our laws, culture or customs. Taxpayers are expected to support them and our country is already deeply in debt.
The two candidates running for President, the top office in our country, should be evaluated on their records. Taking a hard look at both Trump and Harris: our economy was better under Trump. The border was under control. We were energy
independent. Fuel prices were half what they are now. Housing costs were lower and so were interests rates. Harris has been in the current administration for nearly four years, and in spite of her recent promises to be for the people, she states that her values haven’t changed.
Trump continues to fight for the America we have known, even after the legal persecution he has endured and having been shot!
The question is simple, “Who wouldn’t want America to be great again?”
Susan Sutherland Dallas
Ellendale has become a raceway
Between 3 a.m. and 6:30 a.m., how many drivers drive the speed limit of 35 mph on West Ellendale? Zero!
Bonnie Franz Dallas
Rep. Evans helped honor veteran’s 100th birthday
On Sept. 5, friends and family celebrated the birthday of Bob Kosta, a WWII veteran of the US Army who just turned a young 100! His centennial birthday was made extra special by recognition from both our governor and Rep. Paul Evans. Both provided letters congratulating Bob on his birthday but also for his military service.
Evans and his staff were critical in getting the governor’s recognition by reaching out to the governor’s office after I contacted them to see if it was possible. Evans and his staff were phenomenal in their support and responsiveness. In addition, Evans came in person and recognized Bob, even though he was not his constituent, but rather a fellow veteran who was celebrating a distinguished birthday.
This is one of the reasons I love living in Oregon, local officials who care about their citizens and seek to ensure that all requests are supported. Thank you Rep. Evans and staff.
Jacque Ford Monmouth
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Editor’s Note: Polk County Health Department conducts a bi-annual, unannounced inspection of licensed restaurants. The establishments receive an overall grade on food temperatures, food preparation practices, worker hygiene, dish washing and sanitizing and equipment and facility cleanliness. The restaurants are scored on a 100-point scale. They receive a 5-point deduction for priority violation and a 3-point deduction for priority foundation violations. Deductions are doubled if recorded on consecutive inspections. Restaurants are compliant if they receive a score of 70 or higher. They must be reinspected within 30 days if they receive a score below 70 or face closure or other administrative action. Restaurants display a placard by the entrance that indicate passing or failing their most recent inspection.
Rinconcito Sabroso
173 Pacific Highway W., Monmouth
Inspection Date: Aug. 29
Score: 100
The Rabbit Cellar Lounge and Eatery
1320 Edgewater St. NW, West Salem
Inspection Date: Aug. 28
Score: 92
- Food employees eat, drink or use tobacco in unapproved areas or use an inappropriate beverage container for drinking, specifically opened personal bag of freeze-dried candy is sitting on cutting board.
- Raw or ready-to eat food is not properly protected from cross contamination, specifically carton of raw eggs is sitting on top of cheeses in walk-in fridge.
Walery’s Premium Pizza
1555 Edgewater St. NW, West Salem
Inspection Date: Aug. 28
Score: 90 - Potentially hazardous food is not maintained at proper hot or cold holding temperatures, specifically pepperoni and linguica are between 47 and 55F in top portion of prep unit; marinara sauce, shredded cheese, chopped lettuce, shrimp and garlic in oil on the bottom part of the prep unit are between 44 F and 55F.
Victorico’s Mexican Food
710 NW Wallace Road, West Salem
Inspection Date: Aug. 28
Score: 95 - Potentially hazardous food is not maintained at proper hot or cold holding temperatures, specifically container of marinating raw beef is sitting out, beef is 52F (operator states this has been out for 20 minutes).
Urban Grange Coffee And Bakery Company
1594 Edgewater St. #180, West Salem
Inspection Date: Aug. 28
Score: 95 - The chlorine sanitizer concentration, pH, or temperature is not adequate, specifically dishwasher is not dispensing chlorine; bottle of sanitizer and detergent are empty.
La Uvita Feliz
145 Monmouth Ave
Monmouth
Inspection Date: Aug. 27
Score: 89
- A handwashing sink is not accessible for employee use at all times, is used for purposes other than handwashing or is not operated properly, specifically: SANITIZER BUCKET SITTING IN BASIN OF HANDWASHING SINK.
- Potentially hazardous food is not maintained at proper hot or cold holding temperatures, specifically several items in right hand reach in are 47F (carnitas, sauce, chopped tomatoes, rice). operator states staff has been in and out of this fridge a lot (operator states fridge was 35F less than 4 hours ago).
Capricorn Catering
1635 SE Miller, Dallas
Inspection Date: Aug. 27
Score: 100
Starduster Cafe
4705 Airport Road,
Independence
Inspection Date: Aug. 27
Score: 100
Sweeny’s Pub
117 E Ellendale Ave, Dallas
Inspection Date: Aug. 27
Score: 100
Alibi Inn Inc.
590 Taggart St. NW Ste #130, West Salem
Inspection Date: Aug. 26
Score: 100
Fort Hill Lounge LLC
8655 Fort Hill Road, Willamina
Inspection Date: Aug. 26
Score: 87
- Soap is not provided at a handwashing sink, specifically no soap at handwashing sink in lounge area. no paper towels in men bathroom in bar area. large fan placed in front of handwashing sink in kitchen area.
- Raw or ready-to eat food is not properly protected from cross contamination, specifically raw eggs stored above bags of cheese in walk-in cooler.
- Potentially hazardous food is not maintained at proper hot or cold holding temperatures, specifically: bar cooler is at 47F(strawberry purée and heavy cream); ranch, cherries and ketchup are at 44 F in large walk-in cooler 2.
Sammies West
1495 Edgewater St. NW, West Salem
Inspection Date: Aug. 23
Score: 95 - The chlorine sanitizer concentration, pH, or temperature is not adequate, specifically chlorine concentration in bar dishwasher is 10ppm.
Nancy Jo’s Burgers & Fries
1499 Edgewater St. NW, West Salem
Inspection Date: Aug. 23
Score: 100
Jubilee Champagne and Dessert Bar
296 S Main St., Independence
Inspection Date: Aug. 22
Score: 100
Pink House Cafe
242 D St., Independence
Inspection Date: Aug. 22
Score: 100
Test Restaurant
850 Main St., Dallas
Inspection Date: Aug. 22
Score: 100
Coffee Cabana
9760 Rickreall Road, Rickreall
Inspection Date: Aug. 21
Score: 100
Little Caesar’s Pizza
405 W Main St., Monmouth
Inspection Date: Aug. 21
Score: 100
Momiji Sushi Bar & Restaurant
183 W Main St., Monmouth
Inspection Date: Aug. 21
Score: 90
- Raw or ready-to eat food is not properly protected from cross contamination, specifically raw and ready to eat food is stored improperly in walk in fridge; raw shrimp is stored above ready to eat raw salmon and tuna (both items are stored above buckets of sushi ginger).
- Potentially hazardous food is not maintained at proper hot or cold holding temperatures, specifically tempura batter is in bucket of melted ice water at 64F (operator states ice was full at 11 a.m.).
Flame and Fork Grill
1233 Riverbend Rd NW
Salem
Inspection Date: Aug. 20
Score: 95 - Raw or ready-to eat food is not properly protected from cross contamination, specifically raw chicken stored above greens in reach-in fridge.
McDonald’s
227 E Ellendale, Dallas
Inspection Date: Aug. 20
Score: 100
Casa Burrito Pushcart
564 Powell St. E.,
Monmouth
Inspection Date: Aug. 19
Score: 100
Casa Burrito
564 Powell St. E., Monmouth
Inspection Date: Aug. 19
Score: 79
- Raw or ready-to eat food is not properly protected from cross contamination, specifically raw chicken is above raw steak and raw shrimp in prep unit by grill.
- Medicines are improperly stored or labeled, specifically bottle of tylenol is stored above prep unit in kitchen.
- Temperature measuring devices are not provided or readily accessible for checking food temperatures, specifically probe thermometer is not provided on-site.
- A test kit is not provided or is not accurate enough to measure the concentration of sanitizing solutions, specifically no test strips are provided in facility.
Bugles Espresso
444 Pacific Highway S., Monmouth
Inspection Date: Aug. 16
Score: 87
- A handwashing sink is not accessible for employee use at all times, is used for purposes other than handwashing or is not operated properly, specifically handwashing sink has rag in basin.
- The chlorine sanitizer concentration, pH, or temperature is not adequate, specifically chlorine in three compartment sink is at 0ppm.
- Potentially hazardous food is not maintained at proper hot or cold holding temperatures, specifically: gallon of milk on the counter is 52F (operator states it was removed from fridge a few minutes ago).
Checkpoint 221 - Pavillion
1233 Riverbend Road NW, West Salem
Inspection Date: Aug. 15
Score: 97 - Convenient handwashing lavatories are not provided or are not adequate in number, specifically door has been installed between bar area and kitchen where handwashing station is; no designated handwashing sink in front bar area; handwashing sink is not conveniently accessible for food prep/drink
Alice E. Hahn
May 13, 1947 - July 22, 2024
Alice E. Hahn, a resident of Dallas, Oregon, passed away on Sunday, July 22, in Salem Hospital. Alice was born on May 13, 1947, in Pendleton, Oregon, the daughter of Harold and Vivian Trosper.
Alice grew up in Independence. Alice graduated from Central High School in 1965. Alice married William A. Hahn on Sept. 30, 1967, in Independence, Oregon. They settled in Dallas, Oregon, that same year. She attended Phagan’s Beauty School and studied Cosmetology. She worked as a hairdresser for some time.
Alice raised three daughters, Kimberly, Shelly and Michelle. She was very involved with her children’s school and other activities.
Alice was very supportive of her husband Bill in his fire and paramedic career. Alice was involved in the Dallas Fire Department annual activities. Alice worked at Birch Street Manor for a number of years and later worked at the Dallas Retirement Center where she was the activity director for the Alzheimer’s unit.
Alice was an accomplished seamstress. Along with sewing she also had an embroidery machine and would make spe cial projects for friends and family. Alice loved gardening and kept a beautiful yard. She also loved painting, drawing and spending time with her daughters and grandchildren.
Alice liked bees and chick ens. Alice was a long-time member of St. Philip Catholic Church in Dallas. Alice loved her K9 Schnauzers.
Alice is survived by her daughters Kimberly (Gert) Zoutendijk, Shelly Hahn and Michelle Hahn; along with her grandchildren Michael and Jessica Zoutendijk. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Funeral Services will be on Saturday, Sept. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Dallas, Oregon. Memorial contributions may be made to Mt. Angel Abbey in her memory. To leave an online condolence or share a story with the family go to www. BollmansTributeCenter.com.
Bollman’s Tribute Center in Dallas is caring for the family.
William A. “Bill” Hahn, Feb. 27 - 1947 - Aug. 5, 2024
William A. “Bill” Hahn, a resident of Dallas, Oregon, passed away on Monday, Aug. 5 at OHSU in Portland, Oregon. Bill was born on Feb. 27, 1947, in Albany, Oregon, the son of William E. and Dorothy Hahn.
Bill grew up in Albany and graduated from Albany High School in 1965. He attended OCE in Monmouth studying math and accounting.
Bill married Alice Trosper on Sept. 30, 1967, in Independence, Oregon. They settled in Dallas, Oregon, that same year. Bill worked for Dave Marth Markets in Dallas and in West Salem for a number of years. He also worked for Frito Lay driving truck and restocking stores.
Bill joined the Dallas Volunteer Fire Department in 1968 as well as becoming a medic for the Dallas Ambulance Service. He achieved EMT I, EMT II, and was one of Oregon’s early EMT III’s which is equivalent to a paramedic nowadays. Bill worked his way from firefighter, to engineer, to, Captain, Battalion Chief, Fire Marshal and Fire Chief. He was a past president of Dallas Fire Association. He was a long-time member of the Oregon Volunteer Fire Association where he also served as their President, past member of the FSAB, Fire Service Accreditation Board. He was associated with the juvenile firesetter intervention program. Bill served as the Dallas Fire Marshal from 1988 until he became Fire Chief in 2007 and served the Dallas Fire Department for 42 years, retiring in 2013.
During the time with Dallas Fire, Bill founded the annual babysitting class. This was offered each year and taught hundreds of young people everything they needed to become babysitters. Bill was part of FIT Fire Investigation Team. This was a collaborative team that was made up of Polk and Marion county fire marshals. They would be called out together on large and unusual fires and work together to get the cause resolved quickly.
Upon retirement Bill served on the Dallas City Council.
Bill was a LEGO maniac. He was well known for his collections of all things LEGOS. Bill was a member of St. Philip Catholic Church in Dallas. Bill enjoyed gardening and was a member of the Polk County Master Gardeners. Bill and Alice enjoyed helping with the annual plant sale.
Bill is survived by his daughters Kimberly (Gert) Zoutendijk, Shelly Hahn and Michelle Hahn; along with grandchildren Michael and Jessica Zoutendijk. He was preceded in death by his wife Alice on July 21, 2024, and his parents.
Funeral Services will be on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 11 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Dallas, Oregon Memorial contributions may be made to the Dallas Fire Department Association for the Harpy Bovard Scholarship in his memory. To leave an online condolence or share a story with the family go to www. BollmansTributeCenter.com.
Bollman’s Tribute Center in Dallas is caring for the family.
Alton Friesen
March 31, 1936 - Aug. 29, 2024
Alton Friesen, a resident of Dallas, Oregon, died on Thursday, Aug. 29 in Albany. He was born on March 31, 1936, in West Salem, Oregon, the son of Daniel and Margaret Friesen. Alton graduated from Dallas High School in 1955.
Alton married Dolores Klassen on June 23, 1956, at the Salt Creek Baptist Church.
Alton served in the U.S. Army.
Alton was stationed at the Presidio Army Base in San Franciso and later stationed in Verdun, France, at the Maginot Barracks.
Alton worked for Povey Building Supply in Dallas for 15 years. He delivered heating oil and later worked in sales.
Alton owned and operated VacuMaid Northwest starting in 1973 until he retired in 1998. They installed residential and commercial central vacuum systems. One of Alton’s first installations was in the Dallas Hospital.
Alton had a 20-acre cherry orchard on South Clay Street and had the first mechanical cherry picker used on a cherry
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orchard in Polk County. It was a story noted in the local newspaper.
Alton and Dolores have enjoyed traveling, including trips to Hawaii, Alaska, Florida, New Orleans, Branson and the Caribbean. He enjoyed fishing at Depoe Bay and Newport and Memorial Day camping at South Beach. Alton also enjoyed classic cars. Alton enjoyed watching football and basketball. Alton was a member of Salt Creek Baptist Church for over 50 years. He was an usher and looked forward to each Sunday.
He is survived by his, sons, Jeff of Dallas, Joe (Kimberly) Friesen of Keizer, and Jeremy of Phoenix, Arizona; sister-inlaw and brother-in-law, Sharon and Roy Welfley; five grandchildren, Joshua, Ben, Kristen, Hayden and McKinley; and eight great grandchildren, Zachary, Lilliana, Hayley, Savanah, Jake, Jaelie, Ezikeyel and Hunter; along with sisters Joyce Seng, Pat Bybee, Dianne LaBarbera and Marlene Miller.
He was preceded in death by his wife Dolores on May 2, 2022; siblings, baby sister Naomi Friesen, brothers Loyal and Ray Friesen, and sisters Bonnie Ewert Lawrence and Valdean Kouretas.
A Celebration of Alton’s Life will be on Saturday, Oct. 5 at 3 p.m. at Salt Creek Baptist Church. Interment will be in Salt Creek Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Camp Tapawingo Church Camp. To leave an online condolence or to share a memory for the family, go to www.BollmansTributeCenter. com. Bollman’s Tribute Center in Dallas is caring for the family.
Annita Gibson Yates, 88, of Walla Walla, Washington, died on Tuesday night, Aug. 6 at St. Mary’s Providence in Walla Walla. She was born in Portland, Oregon, to George “Leslie” and Goldie Gibson. During her childhood she participated in 4H doing projects such as canning and sewing. She graduated from Canby High School in 1954. After she graduated, she worked at Newberry’s in Salem in the stock room. She also worked as the first female flagger in Oregon. Annita would often be helping her dad when he was on a road crew. The money went toward the purchase of her own sewing machine. In 1955, Eldon Yates and Annita Gibson were married in Canby, Oregon. When Eldon started working for the Oregon State Forestry, Annita took care of the books and radio at some of the places that “Sonny” served. After losing Bonnie and Michael as babies, Annita and “Sonny” welcomed a daughter, Mary Lynn in 1958. Then in 1962, they adopted their son, Dennis, at age 4.
As the children were only 9 months apart, Annita was busy being a mom. An outing that all enjoyed for over 25 years was when the whole family would gather at Bull Prairie for a week of fishing and camping.
Through the years, Annita worked at the Grande Round
library, was a teacher at Sunday school and Bible school at the churches they were attending, and she was a member of 4H as a leader in the Home Economic Projects. She was also a member of the Home Extension Society, for over 60 years between Grande Ronde and Monmouth, member of the Women’s Temperance League and a member of the Yamhill Golden Rule Club. Annita and Eldon traveled a great deal once Eldon retired. They especially enjoyed the Knox Brothers (from Dallas) and went on bus tours and cruises as well as concerts to hear them. After Eldon passed, Mary Lynn would accompany her mother on trips involving Christian music groups. She then moved to Walla Walla to be closer to family, where she enjoyed traveling to watch Jaden compete in swim meets and taking part in Connor’s growth in Boy Scouts and watch both flourish in 4H. Annita is survived by her daughter Mary Lynn Nonamaker of College Place, Washington; her brother Robert Gibson, of Canby, Oregon; her sister-in-law Farrell Fuerst of Yamhill, Oregon; three grandchildren, Joshua Marple, of McMinnville, David Marple (Mandy), of Portland, and Sarah Olson (Nate), of Walla Walla, Washington; as well as two great-grandchildren Jaden Lynn and Connor George Olson of Walla Walla, Washington. Annita was preceded in death by her husband Eldon “Sonny” and three of their children, Bonnie, Michael and Dennis. Viewing and a Celebration of Life will be Saturday, Sept. 21, at 11 a.m. in Dallas at Bollman’s Tribute Center. Graveside service will be at 1:30 p.m. at Pike Cemetery in Yamhill. A Potluck will follow at the Yamhill United Methodist Church in Yamhill at 3 p.m.
By DAVID CARLSON PASTOR
The shortest verse in the Bible has been a favorite of Sunday school students only because they are sometimes required to memorize Bible verses: “Jesus wept.” (John 11:35)*. What caused Jesus to shed tears?
Jesus loved sisters Martha and Mary, and their brother Lazarus, who lived in Bethany, a town two miles from Jerusalem. Lazarus was a wealthy man. Earlier, Martha had worked hard at a dinner to provide the best meal for Jesus and his disciples. Before they ate the meal, Mary took an ointment, pure nard and bathed the feet of Jesus. Nard has a strong and calming aroma, described as
sweet, spicy, and earthy. It was very expensive then and apparently is still, since eBay advertises a 3.4 ounce spray bottle for $294. When Lazarus later died, he was placed in his own stone tomb, something which only the wealthy could afford.
In Jerusalem, Jesus had twice escaped stoning from the Pharisees when he made claims to be the Son of God. For a safer place of ministry, he crossed the Jordan River and continued teaching. It was there that Martha and Mary sent this message to Jesus about Lazarus: “Lord, he whom you love is ill.” (John 11:3).
Instead of traveling immediately to his sick friend, he stayed across the Jordan two
more days. And when he told his disciples he was leaving to see Lazarus, they objected: “Rabbi, the Jews were just now seeking to stone you, and are you going there again?” Jesus didn’t hesitate to go, telling them “… Lazarus has died, and for your sake I am glad that I was not there, so that you may believe. But let us go to him.” (John 11:14,15).
“Now when Jesus came, he found that Lazarus had already been in the tomb four days.” (John 11:17).
Martha demonstrated that she was a woman of great faith when she said to Jesus, “Lord, if you had been here, my brother would not have died. But even now I know that whatever you ask from
God, God will give you. Jesus said to her, ‘Your brother will rise again.’ Martha said, ‘I know that he will rise again in the resurrection on the last day.’ Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live.’” (John 11:21-26).
As they led Jesus to the tomb of Lazarus, he walked past Mary weeping for her dead brother and a crowd of Jews, also mourning his loss. Seeing all this, Jesus “…was deeply moved in his spirit and greatly troubled. And he said, ‘Where have you laid him?’ They said to him, ‘Come and see.’ Jesus wept. So the Jews said, ‘See how he loved him!’” (John 11:33-36).
Jesus shed tears of sorrow for the pain of loss. He understood that death is the cold, hard reality of separation, even for those who have the assurance of a heavenly reunion with the person who is gone from this earth. Jesus revealed his deep understanding of our humanity when he wept at the tomb of Lazarus.
Karen was the beloved oldest sister of the actor Michael J. Fox. He called her K.C.
At age 57, she unexpectedly collapsed at home, suffering a massive brain hemorrhage. Within a day, he, his mother, siblings, and others were at her bedside in Surrey, British Columbia. Sadly, she had no brain function and was only alive because a machine breathed for her. The family
decided to let her go. In the sad silence, the chaplain asked if she had a favorite song and a sister softly began singing Tommy Roe’s 1962 hit song, Sweet Little Sheila. Michael Fox wrote that all joined in singing: “‘Man this little girl is fine’. We’re crying, singing, and laughing. And K.C. is slipping away. And we’re sad, but we know she’s all right. We have faith.”
* English Standard Version used throughout.
[Brief bio: Mr. Pastor (yes, that is his last name, not his profession) is a Polk County, Oregon resident and graduate of Bethel Theological Seminary in Minnesota (M.Div., M.Th.).]
Polk County Worship Directory
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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 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 Church of Christ — 691 NE Kings Valley Hwy, Dallas, 503-623-8791.
Sundays: 9:30am Bible Classes for all, 10:30am Worship, 2:00pm Group Bible Talk, Wednesdays: 6:30pm Bible Study. Come to any, come to them all! Individual Bible studies gladly made by appointment. Web:dallaschurchofchrist.com.
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 Visit our Website at www.graceindallas.org for office hours, sermon downloads, event information, and more!
House of His Presence — House of His Presence, located at 177 SW Oak St. in Dallas, welcomes all who are seeking to know God intimately and live life abundantly. We believe God transforms us into the image of Jesus Christ as we encounter His Holiness, Righteousness and Truth through His manifested presence, worship and the Word of God. Sunday morning service at 10:30 am, visit the website for ongoing ministries during the week. For more information call 503-420-4612 Website www. houseofhispresence.net
Living Word Faith Fellowship — 830 SE Shelton Street, Dallas, 503-623-9062. Pastor Ray Huff. Sunday Prayer 9:30am, Worship 10:00am, Children’s Church (during service, nursery provided). Wednesday Prayer 6:30pm, Worship 7:00pm. Men’s fellowship second Saturday, Pastor Ray Huff is in charge of men’s fellowship. Call for info 503-623-9062.
Salt Creek Baptist Church — 15075 Salt Creek Rd, Dallas, 503-623-2976. Lead Pastor David Curtis, Family Pastor Josiah Buhler. Sunday School 9:30am. Sunday morning Worship Gathering 10:50am. Nursery provided for worship services. Classes 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 Ted Perry, Services on Saturday: Sabbath School 9:30 am, Worship Service 11 am Study and Prayer Wednesday 7pm Office hours: Wed, Thurs & Friday 9-12 . Community Services for food and clothing Wednesday 10am to 1pm. St. Philip Catholic Church — Fr. Michael P. Johnston, Pastor Pastor Email: mpjinpdx@yahoo.com | 825 S.W. Mill Street, Dallas, OR 97338 Phone: (503) 623.2440 - www.stphilorg.org.
Liturgical Schedule
Monday- Wednesday - 5:30 p.m. Mass
Thursday - 8:00 a.m. ( No Mass on Friday)
Saturday Vigil Mass - 5:30 p.m.
Sunday Masses - 8:00 a.m. & 10:00 a.m. Coffee and Donuts will be served after Sunday services
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. Everyone is welcome to come and be a part of our congregation on Sundays for the 10:00AM service or find us live on Facebook and updates . Our services for the next 2 weeks: September 22 Morning Prayer September 29 Fr. Tony Petrotta
May God Bless you and your families this Month of September.
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: Jeff Anderson; 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.
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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.
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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.
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Christ’s Church Methodist & Presbyterian United — Come care and share with us. 412 Clay St. W, Monmouth, 503-838-1724. Pastor Steve Mitchell. Worship Service 11:15am Call for information on small groups.
Cultivate Community Church — We exist to cultivate a community of people who love Jesus, each other, and our cities, joining God in the renewal of all things. We meet at 655 S. Pacific Hwy (Hwy 99), Monmouth. Just south of Bi-Mart. Our Sunday service is at 10:00am. Celebrate Recovery meets Tuesdays at 7pm. Missional Community groups meet in homes throughout the week. Call the church at 503838-1369. Come join us!
Monmouth Christian Church — 969 Church St W, Monmouth 97361. Office hours M-T 9a-4p. Phone: 503-838-1145. Join us for services on Sundays, 9am & 11am. Live ONLINE Service 11am. Please visit our website for more info or on how to join our online service. WWW.MYMCC.CC
St. Hilda’s Episcopal Church — 245 Main St. West, Monmouth. Contact Information: sthildaschurch1@gmail.com. Sunday Worship (Eucharist) 10:00 AM followed by fellowship. Our church services are reverent and relaxed. Our purpose 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, it’s still in development, but it works. Follow us on our Facebook page; St Hilda’s Episcopal Church, Monmouth Or.
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“I wanted to do something that is kind of mellow, involving the public. I’ve worked around Salvation Army stores and thrift stores before and said, ‘This is kinda up my alley.’ So this is what I came up with,” Hanson said. She actually opened her doors in July, just in time for Dallas Days. Unfortunately, vendors set up right outside her shop and she got few walk ins. She has since sold a lot of quilts, towels, linens and baby stuff. Recently, some wigs and jewelry she put on her mannequin heads flew off the shelves.
“So, I just sell a little variety of everything,” she said. And if she doesn’t have it, Hanson works with the owners of the other new, collectibles shop in town, Everything Blain Likes.
“I’m not doing what he’s doing. I’ve got a lot of them. It just depends on who comes in,” Hanson said. “I’ll send somebody his way and his wife (Justine) said she’d send
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place to live, work and play. I am a fifth-generation Woods to call Dallas my home and am proud of that. My father once said to me to try to leave Dallas in better shape than when you inherited it. I hope I did that.”
To replace him, Nancy Adams, former publisher of the Itemizer-Observer, resigned her current seat on the city council to run for mayor. She will be facing former city council member Rich
somebody my way if they didn’t have it, and they were looking for certain things.”
One downside she’s discovered with her location is legacy customers from the previous proprietors of Bel’s Salone, which recently moved a few doors down to a larger space.
“They go, ‘I’m looking for this place. I’ve got an appointment.’ They’re kind of like, their mouth is open, ‘I didn’t know you were here. I’ll come back,’” Hanson recalled, chuckling.
Then there’s the walkins asking about her about A-Team Locksmith next door when he’s out on calls. Hanson had to quickly ramp up her knowledge of her neighbor’s operations.
Slack, who served from 2001 to 2008
Joining Woods in retirement is Independence Mayor John McArdle, who called it quits on his Facebook page in June after serving 26 years. City Councilor Kate Schwarzler is the only candidate who filed to fill the vacancy. Looking to return uncontested are Cecilia Koontz in Monmouth, TJ Bailey in Falls City, and Vickie Hernandez in Willamina.
Elsewhere on the November ballot is limited action at the county level. Sheriff Mark Garton is seeking to be reelected to his third full term after being appointed in 2015 to replace a retiring
“’Do you know when he opens up?’” they ask. “I really don’t know his schedule. I looked at his schedule but tell them, ‘Give him call. I’m sure if he’s close by he’ll come in and help ya.’”
She’s planned a trip down further south to California mid-September to visit more family and peruse more vintage stores and antique shops in the hopes of adding to her own inventory.
“I might look in on sales in stores for discontinued items that are brand new. Wherever I go and I see something that would look good in the store and if I don’t have anything like that, I’ll most certainly pick it up,” Hanson said.
As a one-woman operation so far (her daughter-in-law
Sheriff Bob Wolfe. He will be challenged by Steve Warden, Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Police Chief.
Polk County Treasurer Steve Milligan is seeking another four-year term against Chris Patoine.
The other county races will be uncontested. Kim Williams is running to be elected after the county commissioners appointed her to replace a retiring Val Unger last year. Pryor Garnett and had no contenders for director of Polk Soil and Water Conservation District’s Zone 1. And Erubiel Valladares filed to replace Chad Woods in the district’s at large position.
is helping create her social media presence). With her only contact being via her cell phone, which she has not registered yet with the store, her success, for now, relies truly on word of mouth.
“People go by and a lot of people say, ‘I’m going to tell all my friends to come here.’ Word of mouth does a lot but it’s not the total package,” she said.
Hanson added she is taking it slowly for now, especially being she’s not 100 percent
recovered from her health scare.
“I’m not here to get rich. Just survive. And make a good place that people like to come. And so far, it’s been really good,” Hanson said. “People love bringing their kids in. I set it up to where I keep the kids away from the glass stuff and they have their own little table and go through all those (bins) of toys. It’s been a proven hit.
“I’m hoping I have good success and hoping good health stays with me for a while,” she added.
PHOTO BY DAVID HAYES
Bins of toys are designed to attract the attention of the littlest shoppers at “Penny’s” while their parents look at the more delicate collectibles in the new shop.
PHOTO BY DAVID HAYES
Vintage t-shirts and clothing line one wall of “Penny’s” in Dallas.
Dragons undefeated
Dallas moved to 2-0 on the season with a 41-21 win over Portland 6-A school Ida B. Wells at Ron August Field Sept. 13. Here’s a look at some of the action from the game.
Panthers girls soccer coach wants team
By LANCE MASTERSON For The Itemizer-Observer
There was no knee-jerk reaction when Alfonso Arturo was offered the position as head coach of the Central High School varsity girls soccer team.
No, he did his homework before accepting the school’s offer. He studied the program, talked to people in the know, and what he learned was encouraging.
“I wasn’t too familiar with the program. But I heard good things from people who live here,” he said.
“I knew that the girls were coming in with one win (from last season). But they also had really good defensive stats. I knew I had to figure out how to build from that.”
His solution is to emphasize an offensive attack that includes each of his players.
“I have a specific way of playing with the offense,” he said. “Working
together with our midfield, all the way down our defense, having a very attacking mindset … just having that hunger to score more goals.”
While hunger may be there, early results suggest that it isn’t being quenched. The girls have been outscored 12-1 in three preseason matches. Though two losses came against Class 6A Clackamas and Roosevelt.
“I feel like we’re playing a lot of tough teams,” junior Isabella Garibay said on the Panthers’ behalf.
“But we’re learning a lot about our positions and how each of us plays. We’ve got new players we need to start connecting with, and we’re learning their playing styles.”
The level of competition played so far, Arturo said, factors into his team’s start.
“A lot of Portland teams, they have a lot of club players. These are girls who have been playing together
for years and years. Portland is well known to be the soccer city of Oregon,” he said. “So it’s a good challenge for the girls. Because I think the only way we can help move the program up is to face programs from the Portland area.”
Garibay is up to the challenge.
“Portland teams are always going to be rough,” she said. “But we learn something new every game. And we’ll be learning more things that we need to work on. We’ll continue doing that for this season.”
Based on their schedule, the Panthers should be learning a lot. Of the eight teams on their preseason schedule, jamborees included, seven are in Class 6A.
Arturo inherits a young team - there are just seven seniors in the program - so a majority of his
See SOCCER, page B8
By LANCE MASTERSON
came before an enthusiastic home crowd.
See PANTHERS, page B8
PHOTO BY LANCE MASTERSON
Avrie Alaniz (13) battles for possession against Alexa Batalla from Class 6A Clackamas. Next up is Reynolds at home on Tuesday. Game time is 7 p.m.
PHOTOS BY SMY PHOTOGRAPHY
Senior running back Sean Ward (2) follows the lead block of senior lineman Isaac Sage (55).
Junior Running Back Hunter Rivers (15) gets the Dragons on the scoreboard with a touchdown scramble in the first quarter.
Senior Running back Jack Strange (5) breaks out for a big gain in the fourth quarter.
PAGES OF THE PAST FLASHBACK
50
years ago Sept. 18, 1974
No more parking – Courthouse employees ‘banned’ from streets
During the Tuesday meeting of the County Commissioners, chairman Cliff Jones announced that a memo was being sent to all departments of the county stating that from this date county employees are prohibited from parking in any business stalls on Main, Court and Mill streets in downtown Dallas. Jones stated that provisions were being made immediately to provide more parking for employees and that the project should be completed by this winter.
Polk tree farmer feted by Chamber Frank Propes, Willamina area tree farmer, has been selected as the Polk County tree farmer of the year by the Dallas Area Chamber of Commerce. Propes, who operates a 240-acre tree farm southwest of Buell on Gooseneck Creek Road, was selected by the local chamber
of commerce. At ceremonies Monday, Propes was awarded a plaque from the chamber group, as well as an associate membership and a number of gift certificates and cash prizes.
Dallas JVs win big Saturday night Sept. 14, the Dallas High School JV football team began its season against Crescent Valley of Corvallis from the Valley League. Dallas got on the scoreboard first with a 3-yard plunge by Mark Bahler. Greg English followed by kicking the first of 3 extra points. The 27-6 victory was a nice way to start the season for the Dragon JVs. If they keep improving, they may have a good year.
40 years ago Sept. 19, 1984
Meyers offers positive view
Citing history and the current national attention on teacher education, President Richard S. Meyers believes the time is right for Western Oregon State College to
make “a significant focus on teacher education.” Meyers addressed new and returning faculty Monday in his annual “state of the college” speech with a positive view on the turnaround WOSC has made in enrollment, personnel, and academic programs. The president cited the school of education as an area where
Western will continue as a national leader and continue this turnabout.
Perrydale to vote on tax base
Voters will decide on a $511,794 tax base proposal for Perrydale school district at the Nov. 6 election. The Perrydale School Board unanimously voted Thursday
Senior Center Brings Back Bingo
night to place this figure on the November ballot. The district does not currently have a tax base, and is required to place a tax base proposal on the ballot in even-numbered years.
Positive attitude sparks harriers
A positive attitude by a “neat group” has Dallas High
sounded encouraged during a pre-season interview about both her squads.
Sept. 18-25 Answer key. Puzzles can be found on page B7
Today’s flashback is from Sept. 19, 1984: Students in Falls City Seventh-Day Adventist School recently making a study of Indian tribes in the U.S. are (from left) Brandy Balt, Heather Scofield, Rodney Reings, Brian Scofield, Clifford Balt, Jerry Hoover (middle), Krissi Bergman, and Derek Wood.
PHOTO BY DAVID HAYES
TOWN CRIER
Community Center
• 9 a.m. - Stretch Exercise, Monmouth Senior Community 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. -
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• 1 p.m. - Ten
Writing, Monmouth
Senior Community Center
• 4 p.m. - Connecting With Loose Threads for Charity, Monmouth Senior Community Center
• 6:30 p.m. - Get Lit Book Club: Monmouth Public Library, 168 Ecols St. S.
• 6:30 p.m. - Music Jam, Monmouth Senior Center
• 7 p.m. - Monmouth Planning Commission meeting, City Hall, 151 Main St.
Thursday, Sept. 19
• 10:30 a.m. - Children’s Storytime, ages 0-5, Dallas Public Library, 950 Main St.
• 10:30 a.m. - Bounces and Rhymes, ages baby to two, Monmouth Public Library, 168 Ecols St. S.
• 11 a.m. - Soup & Pie Sale, Monmouth Senior Community Center
• 1 p.m. - Genealogy Assistance. Monmouth
Public Library, 168 Ecols
St. S.
• 2 p.m. - Third Thursday Book Club discusses “Anxious People” by Fredrik Backman, Monmouth Public Library, 168 Ecols St. S.
• 3 p.m. - Friends of the Monmouth Senior Community Center Board meeting
• 6:30 p.m. - Connecting Loose Threads, Monmouth Senior Community Center
Friday, Sept. 20
• 8 a.m. - Yoga, Monmouth Senior Community Center
• 9 a.m. - Trip to Oktoberfest, meet at Monmouth Senior Community Center
• 9 a.m. - Stretch Exercise, Monmouth Senior Community Center
• 12 p.m. - Live Music: performances by Brendan Scholz (of Mercy Music) and Chris Hahn (of Old Cross), at Everything Blaine Likes, 362 Main St., Suite 4, Dallas
• 2 p.m. - Live Music: Mitch Lies Solo, Redgate Winery, 8175 Buena Vista Road, Independence
• 6 p.m. - Live Music: Roundhouse, Redgate Winery, 8175 Buena Vista Road, Independence
• 7 p.m. - Live Music: Blood on the Plow, Golden Hop Saloon, 133 C St., Independence Sunday, Sept. 22
• 2 p.m. - Live Music: Kevin Hansen, Redgate Winery, 8175 Buena Vista Road, Independence Monday, Sept. 23
• 8 a.m. - Yoga, Monmouth Senior Community Center • 9 a.m. - Stretch Exercise, Monmouth Senior Community Center
• 10 a.m. - Cards/table games/quilt class, Dallas Senior Center
• 10 a.m. - ASL Class/ Hand & Foot, Monmouth Senior Community Center
• 11 a.m. - Lunch with Meals on Wheels, Monmouth Senior Community Center
University students. Welcome to MI Town is 5-7 p.m. Sept. 24 (you must be set up by 4:30 p.m.) at the Main Street Park Amphitheater. Registration is $45 (this does not include a table, chairs or tent). For more information, contact Miriam Haugen at (503) 910-1517 or mbamonmouth@gmail.com.
Perrydale hosts FFA Cornfeed Sept. 19
The Perrydale School District presents the 40th annual FFA Corn Feed Sept. 19. Events kick off at 5 p.m. with a dinner in the main school courtyard, featuring
pork loin, corn on the cob, salad, mashed potatoes, rolls, and homemade apple crisp, all for $12. An open house of the classrooms follow from 5:30-6:30 p.m. with staff introductions at 5:15 p.m.
Then the action heats up in the gym when the Pirates take on Jewell in a volleyball game. Then the evening caps off with grid iron matchup between Perrydale and Country Christian. Then event is open to all of the Perrydale and surrounding communities, families, and friends.
Annual soup and pie sale returns to Monmouth Senior Center Sept. 19
The Annual Friends of the Monmouth Senior Community Center Soup & Pie Sale is 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sept. 19 at 180 Warren St. S. Soup is $5, pie by the slice is $5 and whole pies are $15. All
available while supplies last. For more information, call (503) 838-5678.
Church hosts
Binding the Wounds seminar Sept. 20 Dallas Seventh-day Adventist Church Oregon hosts Binding the Wounds video seminar from 7-8 p.m. Sept. 20 at 589 SW Birch St, Dallas. The concepts of this seminar can help you understand the emotional wounds that are undermining your personal fulfillment and your relationships with others, and help you feel more connected with your own feelings - and more connected with other people - than ever before. This program is tailored for adults and teens, married couples or singles, and personal or professional enhancement.
PUBLIC NOTICES
PCIO24-3061 Notice of Self Storage Sale Please take notice West Salem Storage located at 650 2nd St NW Salem OR 97304 intends to hold a sale to sell the property stored at the Facility by the below list of Occupants whom are in default at an Auction. The sale will occur as an online auction via bid13.com on 10/3/2024 at 10:00AM. Alexia Agee unit #138; Christifer Sheridan unit #155; Tashara Quiring unit #51. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply.
PCIO24-3063 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF POLK Probate Department Case No. 24PB07167 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS In the Matter of the Estate of BRYAN L. FORD, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Anne Plotto has been appointed as the personal representative of the above estate. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them to the undersigned attorney for the personal representative at 6500 S Macadam Avenue, Suite 300, Portland, OR 97239-3565, within four months after the date of 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 Court, the personal representative, or the attorney for the personal representative. Dated and published on September 18, 2024. Anne Plotto, Personal Representative. Garvin Reiter, OSB #970140, Law Offices of Nay & Friedenberg LLC, Attorneys for Personal Representative, 6500 S.W. Macadam Avenue, Suite 300, Portland, OR Portland, OR 97239-3565 , Telephone: (503) 245-0894, Fax: (503) 245-1562, Email: Garvin@ naylaw.com
PCIO24-3060 Notice of Self Storage Sale Please take notice Downtown Storage and Warehouse located at 889 Liberty St NE Salem OR 97301 intends to hold a sale to sell the property stored at the Facility by the below list of Occupants whom are in default at an Auction. The sale will occur as an online auction via bid13.com on 10/3/2024 at 8:00AM. Paul And Elizabeth Michael And Ann Paul And Elizabeth Michael And Ann Gomez, and Bossart units #A2043 & #A2044; Ronald Welford unit #A3056; Nicholas Ahern unit #A3073; Alfred Caudle unit #A3113. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply.
PCIO24-3064 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS In the Circuit Court of the
State of Oregon for the County of Polk Case No. 24PB07489 In the Matter of the Estate of Fred Henry Kuykendall, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Fred Henry Kuykendall died April 23, 2024, 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, with vouchers attached to the Personal Representative at 693 Chemeketa Street NE, Salem, Oregon 97301-3732 / Post Office Box 2247, Salem, Oregon 97308-2247, within four months after the date of 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. Christina J. Schmidt, 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
PCIO24- 3065 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS In the Circuit Court of the State of Oregon for the County of Polk County Case No. 24PB07834 In the Matter of the Estate of Marjorie Sharon Leopold, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Marjorie Sharon Leopold died May 10, 2024, 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, with vouchers attached to the Personal Representative at 693 Chemeketa Street NE, Salem, Oregon 97301-3732 / Post Office Box 2247, Salem, Oregon 97308-2247, within four months after the date of 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. Kathy Leopold, 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 publication: September 18, 2024.
PCIO24-3066 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF POLK
PROBATE DEPARTMENT
In the Matter of the Estate of: CHARLES ARTHUR HOLMSTROM, Deceased. Case No.: 24PB07597
NOTICE TO INTERESTED
PERSONS Notice: The Circuit Court of the State of Oregon, for the County of Polk, has appointed Jerry Jack Shipp as Personal Representative of the Estate of Charles Arthur Holmstrom, deceased. All persons having claims against said estate are required to present the same, with proper vouchers to the Personal Representative, c/o Stan Butterfield, P.C., Attorney at Law, 605 SW Church St, Dallas, OR 97338, within four months from the date of the publication of this notice as stated below, or they may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by this proceeding may obtain additional information from the records of the court, the Personal Representative, or the Attorney for the Personal Representative. Dated published September 18, 2024. Jerry Jack Shipp, Personal Representative c/o Stan Butterfield, P.C., Attorney at Law, 605 SW Church St, Dallas, OR 97338, Telephone: (503) 623-2427, Email: stan@stanbutterfield. com
PCIO24-3037 TRUSTEE’S
NOTICE OF SALE T.S. No.: OR-24-993799-BB Reference is made to that certain deed made by, BEHROUZ RAFAEI as Grantor to OREGON TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, as trustee, in favor of FIRST HORIZON HOME LOAN CORPORATION, as Beneficiary, dated 12/16/2002, recorded 12/30/2002, in official records of POLK County, Oregon as fee/file/ instrument/microfilm/ reception number 2002019975 and subsequently assigned or transferred by operation of law to MIDFIRST BANK covering the following described real property situated in said County, and State. APN: 204190 08428BB03700 THE EAST 1/2 OF LOTS 5 AND 6, BLOCK 28, HENRY HILL’S TOWN OF INDEPENDENCE, POLK COUNTY, OREGON. Commonly known as: 660664 MONMOUTH STREET, INDEPENDENCE, OR 973511730 The undersigned hereby certifies that based upon business records there are no known written assignments of the trust deed by the trustee or by the beneficiary, except as recorded in the records of the county or counties in which the above described real property is situated. Further, no action has been
instituted to recover the debt, or any part thereof, now remaining secured by the trust deed, or, if such action has been instituted, such action has been dismissed except as permitted by ORS 86.752(7). Both the beneficiary and the trustee have elected to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by said trust deed and notice has been recorded pursuant to Section 86.752(3) of Oregon Revised Statutes. There is a default by grantor or other person owing an obligation, performance of which is secured by the trust deed, or by the successor in interest, with respect to provisions therein which authorize sale in the event of such provision. The default for which foreclosure is made is grantor’s failure to pay when due the following sum:
TOTAL REQUIRED TO REINSTATE: $10,645.54
TOTAL REQUIRED TO PAYOFF: $50,937.11 Because of interest, late charges, and other charges that may vary from day-to-day, the amount due on the day you pay may be greater. It will be necessary for you to contact the Trustee before the time you tender reinstatement or the payoff amount so that you may be advised of the exact amount you will be required to pay. By reason of the default, the beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by the trust deed immediately due and payable, those sums being the following, to- wit: The installments of principal and interest which became due on 12/1/2023, and all subsequent installments of principal and interest through the date of this Notice, plus amounts that are due for late charges, delinquent property taxes, insurance premiums, advances made on senior liens, taxes and/or insurance, trustee’s fees, and any attorney fees and court costs arising from or associated with the beneficiaries efforts to protect and preserve its security, all of which must be paid as a condition of reinstatement, including all sums that shall accrue through reinstatement or pay-off. Nothing in this notice shall be construed as a waiver of any fees owing to the Beneficiary under the Deed of Trust pursuant to the terms of the loan documents. Whereof, notice hereby is given that QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION, the undersigned trustee will on 12/3/2024 at the hour of 9:00 AM, Standard of Time, as established by section 187.110, Oregon Revised Statues, At the Front Entrance to the Polk County Courthouse, located at 850 Main Street, Dallas, OR 97338 County of POLK, State of
Oregon, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the said described real property which the grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by him of the said trust deed, together with any interest which the grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said trust deed, 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 Section 86.778 of Oregon Revised Statutes has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the trust deed reinstated by payment to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of said principal as would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, trustee’s and attorney’s fees and curing any other default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the obligation or trust deed, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale. Other than as shown of record, neither the beneficiary nor the trustee has any actual notice of any person having or claiming to have any lien upon or interest in the real property hereinabove described subsequent to the interest of the trustee in the trust deed, or of any successor in interest to grantor or of any lessee or other person in possession of or occupying the property, except: Name and Last Known Address and Nature of Right, Lien or Interest BEHROUZ RAFAEI 660 - 664 MONMOUTH STREET INDEPENDENCE, OR 97351 Original Borrower For Sale Information Call: 800-2802832 or Login to: www. auction.com In construing this notice, the singular includes the plural, the word “grantor” includes any successor in interest to this grantor as well as any other person owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by the trust deed, and the words “trustee” and “beneficiary” include their respective successors in interest, if any. Pursuant to Oregon Law, this sale will not be deemed final until the Trustee’s deed has been issued by QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION. If any irregularities are discovered within 10 days of the date of this sale, the trustee will rescind the sale, return the buyer’s money and take further action as necessary. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be
entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. 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. NOTICE TO TENANTS: TENANTS OF THE SUBJECT REAL PROPERTY HAVE CERTAIN PROTECTIONS AFFORDED TO THEM UNDER ORS 86.782 AND POSSIBLY UNDER FEDERAL LAW. ATTACHED TO THIS NOTICE OF SALE, AND INCORPORATED HEREIN, IS A NOTICE TO TENANTS THAT SETS FORTH SOME OF THE PROTECTIONS THAT ARE AVAILABLE TO A TENANT OF THE SUBJECT REAL PROPERTY AND WHICH SETS FORTH CERTAIN REQUIREMENTS THAT MUST BE COMPLIED WITH BY ANY TENANT IN ORDER TO OBTAIN THE AFFORDED PROTECTION, AS REQUIRED
HEALTH DIRECTORY
CHIROPRACTIC
• JOYNT FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC - Dr. Brian Joynt, DC - 629 Clay Street East, Monmouth, OR 97361 Family-oriented chiropractic clinic, dedicated to creating an unparalleled experience of service, quality and care by teaching the true principles of chiropractic. We look forward to empowering each of you to help your family participate more fully in life. New patients welcome. Accept most insurance. Auto/ personal injury and work comp. Massage therapist on site. Complimentary consultations. Call us today to make your appointment (503) 837-0550.
• THORNTON CHIROPRACTIC - Dr. Sharon and Marty Thornton - Palmer Graduates - We care, God cures. 1650 Monmouth St., Independence, OR 97351 503-838-3346. Office hours: Mon & Wed 8am-12pm & 2pm-6pm, Tues & Thursday 8:30am-12pm & 2pm-6pm, Fri 8am-noon. Serving Polk county for 25 years. Offering Thompson Drop and other hands-on techniques, as well as Advanced Activator Methods and Functional Neurology. We provide gentle and effective full-spine and extremity adjusting for all ages in a loving and caring environment. We are accepting new patients for Family Wellness Care, Medicare, Auto or personal injury & Workers Comp. Licensed Massage Therapy available on site.
COUNSELING
• CROSS AND CROWN COUNSELING offers counseling services to individuals, couples and families as well as seminars and grief recovery workshops. Areas we support but are not limited to are adolescent, premarital, marriage, family, trauma, crisis, grief, depression, anxiety, anger, divorce, and identity crisis. We help our clients find healing, learn communication skills, and appropriate responses to individual and family needs and how to obtain overall health, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. We provide a safe and caring environment to face life situations, address interpersonal and intrapersonal conflict and help individuals realize their full potential in order to live decisively with truth, relevance, perspective, and purpose. Our counselors are NCCA Licensed Clinical Christian Counselors, Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselors and Certified Temperament Counselors. Our office is located at 177 SW Oak St., Dallas, OR 97338. For more information or to schedule an appointment visit our website www. crossandcrowncounseling.com or call (503) 917-1625.
GENERAL DENTISTRY
• WESTON K. MORRILL, DMD - 289 E. Ellendale Suite #201, Dallas. 503-623-6616. Family, preventive, and cosmetic dentistry. Complete dentistry for the entire family. Se habla español.
• KENNETH WINOKUR, DMD - 329 South Main Street Independence, OR 97351. 503-838-1633. High quality service with your comfort in mind. Nitrous oxide gas sedation available. www.independencedental. org
IMAGING SERVICES
• WEST VALLEY HOSPITAL offers state-of-the-art, all-digital diagnostic imaging services. With your physician’s referral, we provide bone density tests, CT scans, fluoroscopy, mammography, ultrasound, X-ray and MRI services. Check out our comfortable and spacious mammography suite. Our imaging services are located at 525 SE Washington St., Dallas, 503-6237302. Learn more at salemhealth.org/westvalley.
LABORATORY SERVICES
• SALEM HEALTH HOSPITALS & CLINICS provides lab services at three convenient locations in Dallas, Monmouth and Independence. Both fully accredited labs accept health care provider referrals for collections and testing. The labs also offer employment and selfreferral drug testing. Appointments are not required at either location. Learn more at salemhealth.org/lab. WEST VALLEY HOSPITAL outpatient lab available weekdays 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., weekends 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., at 525 SE Washington St., Dallas, 503-814-5227
SALEM HEALTH MEDICAL CLINIC – MONMOUTH is open Monday,Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m., 512 Main St., Suite 300, 503-814-5227.
SALEM HEALTH MEDICAL CLINIC – INDEPENDENCE is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m., 1430 Monmouth St., 503-917-2255.
PHYSICAL THERAPY/ REHABILITATION SERVICES
• WEST VALLEY HOSPITAL offers a wide range of rehabilitation services. Physical, occupational and speech therapy services are located at 1050 SE Uglow Ave, Dallas, 503-917-2121.
• SALEM HEALTH MEDICAL CLINIC –MONMOUTH offers physical, occupational and speech therapy. Located at 512 Main St., 503-838-1388. Learn more at salemhealth.org/rehab.
PRIMARY CARE
• SALEM HEALTH MEDICAL CLINICS are accepting new patients in Dallas, Monmouth and Independence. With a proactive health care approach, the clinics provide care for all ages. Services include annual exams, immunizations, lifestyle counseling. Learn more at salemhealth.org/primary-care.
Dallas — 1000 SE Uglow Ave., 503-623-8376
Independence — 1430 Monmouth St., 503-917-2255
Independence — Central Health and Wellness Center — 1601 Monmouth St., Suite 100, 503-838-0045
Monmouth — 512 Main St., Suite 300, 503-838-1182
URGENT CARE
• BESTMED URGENT CARE provides treatments and services for time-sensitive injuries and illnesses. We have caring and knowledgeable providers to treat a variety of conditions such as fever & flu, sprains & strains, allergies & asthma, UTIs, and dehydration. Additional services include sports physicals, on-site lab & x-ray, sutures & stitches, and vaccinations. Walkins are welcome. Learn more online at bestmedclinics. com. The BestMed Urgent Care clinic is located at 186 West Ellendale Avenue in Dallas; 971-900-4984.
PUBLIC RECORD
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.
Dallas Police Department
Thursday, Sept. 5
• At 12:21 a.m., a report of criminal mischief on Levens Street. An unknown suspect broke a liquor bottle on the street. The officers were unable to locate a suspect.
• At 2:05 a.m., Cody Amburgy was arrested on Ellendale Avenue on a failure to appear warrant out of Salem.
• At 2:48 a.m., a report of shots fired and a loud vehicle on Cherry Street. The officer checked the area and did not find any disturbance.
• At 7:34 a.m., a report of a theft on Walnut Avenue.
• At 8:46 a.m., a report of a theft of a trailer on Uglow Avenue.
• At 9:33 a.m., a report of attempted fraud by computer on La Creole Drive.
• At 9:58 a.m., a report of a domestic disturbance on Davis Street.
• At 10:36 a.m., a report of suspicious activity on Ellendale Avenue. The officer searched several blocks and was unable to locate the subject.
• At 10:41 a.m., a report of criminal mischief on Walnut Avenue. Christopher Smith was arrested for various crimes and lodged at Polk County Jail.
• At 2:46 p.m., a report of a natural gas leak on Court Street. Officers assisted with traffic control.
• At 6:34 p.m., a report of a domestic disturbance on Uglow Avenue. Both parties declined to press charges.
• At 6:39 p.m., a report of a missing 6-year-old on Davis Street. The officers were able to locate the child.
• At 9:48 p.m., Daymn Reynolds was arrested on Washington Street and charged with driving under the influence of an intoxicant and reckless driving.
Friday, Sept. 6
• At 12:56 a.m., a noise complaint on Levens Street.
apartments and did not hear the loud party reported.
• At 2:36 a.m., a report of a suspicious person going through garbage cans on Washington Street. The responding officer was unable to locate the subject.
• At 2:58 a.m., Brandon Gregory was arrested and charged with felony attempt to elude and falsification of proof of financial responsibility and was lodged at Polk County Jail. He was also cited for careless driving and failure to renew registration.
• At 4:44 a.m., on an unrelated call, officers heard two individuals yelling and observed one man on the ground with a bloody nose with another man standing over him on Washington Street. Both men said they were play fighting and were warned for disorderly conduct.
• At 6:39 a.m., a report of trespassing on Main Street. The officer located the individual down the Street, and they were warned to not return.
• At 8:14 a.m., a report of suspicious activity on Main Street. The individual was instructed to clean up a large amount of litter.
• At 8:30 a.m., Gene Satter was arrested for trespassing on Harder Avenue.
• At 10:20 a.m., a report of attempted fraud via phone on Walnut Avenue.
• At 10:37 a.m., a report of theft on Kings Valley Highway.
• At 11:39 a.m., a report of a domestic disturbance on Fern Avenue. It was a verbal only disturbance.
• At 6:53 p.m., a report of two burglaries in the last several months and credit card fraud on Dimick Street.
Saturday, Sept. 7
• At 2:05 a.m., a report of a suspicious person on Walnut Avenue. A video showed an individual ringing the doorbell and walking away after a few seconds. There was no criminal activity.
• At 9:37 a.m., a motorist was cited for careless driving on Main Street.
• At 10:19 a.m., a motorist was cited for speeding 43 mph in a 25-mph zone on Miller Avenue.
• At 10:57 a.m., a report of suspicious activity on Oakwood Drive.
• At 12:53 p.m., a report of a suspicious person on Ellendale Avenue. Braden Storms was arrested for failure to register.
• At 2:12 p.m., a report of a stolen dishwasher on Brookside Avenue.
• At 7:59 p.m., a juvenile motorist was cited for careless driving and speed racing on Ellendale Avenue.
• At 8:37 p.m., a report of a domestic disturbance on Ellendale Avenue. There was no evidence of a physical or verbal disturbance.
Sunday, Sept. 8
• At 12:55 a.m., three juveniles were located walking back after going to the store on Main Street. The officer educated them about curfew hours.
• At 1:07 a.m., an officer contacted a homeless person at the amphitheater on Academy Street and advised them about hours posted for trespassing.
• At 8:23 a.m., a report of a theft of tools on Kings Valley Highway.
• At 10:15 a.m., Garrett Coyle was arrested on a warrant on Kings Valley Highway.
• At 3:39 p.m., Michael Aymond was cited for three warrants from Salem on Hankel Street.
• At 7:56 p.m., a report of a prowler on Denton Avenue. The property owner was checking the progress of a rebuild.
• At 9:07 p.m., a report of suspicious activity on Orchard Avenue.
Monday, Sept. 9
• At 5:44 a.m., a motorist was cited for driving while suspended and warned for speeding on Main Street.
• At 8:10 a.m., a motorist was cited for speeding 32 mph in a 20-mph school zone on Miller Avenue.
• At 8:31 a.m., a motorist was cited for speeding 40 mph in a 20-mph school zone on Miller Avenue.
• At 9:05 a.m., a motorist was cited for speeding 34 mph in a 20-mph zone on Miller Avenue.
• At 10:40 a.m., a report of a domestic disturbance on
• At 11:35 a.m., Cody and charged with unlawful use of a weapon, menacing, attempted assault of a police officer and resisting arrest on Walnut Avenue. He was lodged at Polk County Jail.
• At 2:51 p.m., Carmen McClintock was arrested and charged with stalking and violation of a stalking order on Main Street and was lodged at Polk County Jail.
• At 3:01 p.m., a motorist was cited for speeding 44 mph in a 20-mph school zone on Miller Avenue.
• At 6 p.m., a report of a disturbance on Ash Street. A parent was chastising their child for skipping school.
• At 6:24 p.m., Ana Peraza Munoz was lodged at Polk County Jail on outstanding warrants.
Tuesday, Sept. 10
• At 12:18 p.m., a motorist was cited for failure to obey a traffic control device and was warned for speeding in a school zone and failure to stop when exiting a parking lot onto a public roadway on Ellendale Avenue.
• At 2:15 p.m., a motorist on Godsey Road was cited for driving while suspended.
• At 2:57 p.m., a motorist was cited for speeding 46 mph in a 20-mph school zone and careless driving for almost causing a T-bone accident on Miller Avenue.
• At 6:25 p.m. Isaac Segobia was arrested and lodged at Polk County Jail on two outstanding warrants.
• At 7:14 p.m., a report of a domestic disturbance on A Street. Neither person wanted to press charges.
Wednesday, Sept. 11
• At 11:09 a.m., a motorist was cited for speeding 44 mph in a 25-mph zone on Orchard Drive.
• At 12:43 p.m. a motorist was cited for speeding 36 mph in a 20-mph zone on Jefferson Street.
• At 8:25 p.m., a report of a disturbance on Washington Street. It was a verbal disagreement.
Independence Police Department
Thursday, Sept. 5
• At 1:12 a.m., a report of a suspicious vehicle on Lloyd Lane.
• At 7:43 a.m., Luis Miguel Meza was arrested on Riddell Road and charged with two counts of sex abuse.
• At 12:23 p.m., a report of an individual kicking a dog on Main Street. They denied kicking the dog, and it did not appear to be injured.
• At 12:51 p.m., a report of harassment by phone on Washington Street.
• At 1:39 p.m. a report of a physical domestic disturbance on Evergreen Drive.
• At 8:03 p.m., a report of fraud on Monmouth Street. A counterfeit $5 bill had been used at a local business.
• At 11:15 p.m., a motorist was cited for rolling through a stop sign at a three-way stop on Monmouth/Main Street.
Friday, Sept. 6
• At 9:11 a.m., a report of an assault on 6th Street.
• At 9:19 p.m., an officer closed the road on Polk/Log Cabin Street in response to a downed tree.
Saturday, Sept. 7
• At 5:56 p.m., a motorist was cited for not wearing a seatbelt, a child not wearing a seatbelt and driving with a suspended license.
• At 7:44 p.m., a motorist was given fix-it tickets for illegal tint and license plate in front windshield.
• At 10:33 p.m., an officer received a report of a vehicle driving all over the road and unable to maintain its lane. A traffic stop was initiated on the corner of North Main Street and Polk Street. The driver showed signs of intoxication and standard field sobriety tests were performed. Gilberto Barrera Ayala failed his SFST’s and was taken into custody and charged with driving under the influence of an intoxicant. He blew a .24% BAC.
Sunday, Sept. 8
• At 6:36 a.m., a report of suspicious activity on White Oak Circle. The caller heard someone outside their back window. An officer checked the location but did not find anything suspicious.
• At 10:01 a.m., a report of a burglary on Whitman Street.
• At 4:13 p.m., a report of a disturbance on White Oak Circle. The officers found Heather Simone McGonigal outside the residence seeming to be disheveled and intoxicated. She was the resident’s mother, had gotten a hold of keys to a vehicle and tried to leave with it. Others managed to get the keys away so she could not drive and when she tried to get back into the apartment she kicked her daughter in the shin. They kicked her out of the residence because of her intoxication level. This is when she
began kicking and banging on the door. Others in the area heard her doing this. Officers arrested McGonigal and charge her with harassment and disorderly conduct 2 and she was lodged at the Polk County Jail.
Monday, Sept. 9
• At 3:46 a.m., a report of screams asking for help on White Oak Circle. An officer drove around the area but did not locate a disturbance.
• At 7:31 a.m., officers responded to a single vehicle crash into a tree on Hoffman Road. The motorist had no signs of impairment.
• At 10:43 a.m., a report of menacing on Independence Highway. The victim reported that his co-worker, Tylor Worden, showed him a gun in his waistband after an argument. Worden denied this, allowed officers to pat him down, but denied consent to search his vehicle. Worden left the scene as officers did not have probable cause at the time. Officers then found a Glock box in the front passenger seat of his car. Worden had a felony conviction in Washington State. As a search warrant was being written on the car, Worden grabbed a bag out of his car and began walking away quickly. Officers detained him and he consented to the search of his bag. No gun was found but they found approximately 21 grams of methamphetamine, a large bag of 9mm bullets, and two spring assisted knives. He was arrested and charged with for ulawful possession of methamphetamines and felon in possession of a weapon.
• At 11:12 a.m., a report of theft on C Street.
• At 8:17 p.m., a report of harassment on C Street.
Monmouth
Police Department
• John Hoover, 30, was arrested Sept. 6 on an outstanding warrant.
• Irma Young, 52, was arrested Sept. 5 on unlawful poss of methamphetamine warrant.
• Andrew Buckmaster 22, was arrested Sept. 1 and charged with reckless driving.
• Augusto Francisco De Paz Lopez, 27, was arrested Sept. 2 and charged with driving while suspended.
MOMENTS IN TIME
• On Sept. 16, 1951, 19 people enjoying an air show in Colorado were tragically killed when a monoplane performing stunt maneuvers crashed into the crowd at a Colorado air show. The pilot was performing a snap roll when a wing caught on the ground and propelled the craft into spectators.
• On Sept. 17, 2006, an E. coli outbreak, blamed on spinach, occurred in the United States. The vegetable was recalled from stores and three deaths were attributed to the outbreak.
• On Sept. 18, 1973, future president Jimmy Carter filed a report with the National Investigations Committee on Aerial Phenomena, claiming he had seen a UFO several years previously in Leary, Georgia, which he described as a silent ball of light that changed size, brightness and color over a period of 10-12 minutes.
On Sept. 19, 1995, The New York Times and The Washington Post published the Unabomber’s 35,000-word manifesto, as in June he had said he would kill again if they did not do so by a specific deadline. The FBI hoped the publication might help reveal his identity.
• On Sept. 20, 1881, following the assassination of James Garfield, Vice President Chester Arthur was inaugurated on Sept. 20, 1881, becoming the third person to serve as president in that year. Interestingly, Garfield’s assassin wrote to Arthur from jail, taking credit for his promotion into the White House.
• On Sept. 21, 1955, eight women launched America’s first lesbian-rights group, the Daughters of Bilitis, initially as a social alternative to the frequently raided bar scene. The group eventually grew into a national advocacy organization.
• On Sept. 22, 1828, Shaka, founder of the Zulu Kingdom of southern Africa, was murdered by his two half-brothers after his mental illness threatened to destroy the Zulu tribe. Although at first a brilliant military organizer, his grief at losing his mother in 1827 led him to enact strange laws, including a prohibition against planting crops and using milk, and to order the execution of all pregnant women and their husbands. The crisis came when he sent his army on an extensive military operation, and upon their returning exhausted, immediately commanded them out again.
QUESTIONS
1. GEOGRAPHY: How many lakes are in the Great Lakes Basin? 2. MOVIES: What is the little girl’s last name in the film “Matilda”? 3. TELEVISION: What is the name of the teacher on the animated kids’ series “The Magic School Bus”? 4. LITERATURE:
Puzzle answers on page B2
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It also marked the first win for Cammy Baker as the team’s coach.
The Panthers’ season began with shutout losses to Springfield and conference rival South Albany. The latter contest provided the team with additional insight into where improvement is needed.
“We started off league play against a highly skilled South Albany team. We were able to identify weaknesses in our offense and defense. We have been strongly focusing on those aspects at practice,” Baker said. “Coming out of the gate with a loss was not ideal, but it was an eyeopener. We were very focused as we moved into our home game against McKay.”
The girls were at Woodburn on Sept. 16. They host Dallas Thursday. The match against the Polk County neighbors begins at 6:30 p.m.
“We hope to stay focused on our level of play and earn some victories in the coming week,” Baker said on immediate goals.
Cross Country
Ty Cirino cruised to his latest win.
The Central High junior finished first (15:11.87) at the
Soccer
Coach wants team to go on the offensive
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players will have a chance to grow and develop under his guidance. That the Panthers are young only enhanced his attraction to the team.
“I saw that we had a really young squad. It was
men’s 5,000 meters varsity race at the Ash Creek XC Festival on Sept. 14. He ran some 18 seconds faster than runner-up Brady Lukasiewicz (15:29.51) of Central Catholic.
“Ty ran well without anyone really pushing him. We’re anxious to see how he runs with a group like we’ll see next week at Tillamook,” coach Eli Cirino said.
Liam Wilde of Wilsonville ran third; Finn Lee, Lincoln, fourth; Farhan Ibrahim, David Douglas, fifth.
Senior Truman Swartzfager finished 75th (17:53.44) for Central. While sophomore Thomas Butler was 96th and senior Aaron Hayes 137th (20:18.89).
Senior Hannah Gilbert placed 58th, at 22:43.18, to lead the Panthers girls team. Also for Central, junior Kimora Dorres was 106th, senior Lily McCormick 111th, sophomore Emerson Hailwood 112th and sophomore Katarina Glasmann 125th.
Last year, Gilbert was the only member of the girls varsity squad. So last week’s race marked a change in the program.
“It’s great to see our girls able to run as a team. So many that are new to this,” Eli Cirino said. “It’s hard to tell how much to expect in the next six weeks.”
Eli Cirino was pleased with what he saw.
one of the reasons why I got involved,” he said. “Because I knew that I was going into a program where I’ll have a good amount of girls for the next couple of seasons.”
Even though Arturo did his homework, one thing did catch him off-guard: The skill level of his players.
“Before I came in and met with the girls, I wanted to focus on rebuilding the program. But I learned that these girls are way more ahead
“We’re feeling pretty good about the growth throughout the team. They have a great attitude and come to work every day,” he said. “(Saturday) was the first 5k this year for many of them. It was definitely challenging and revealing.”
The Ash Creek Preserve course is at Western Oregon University.
On Saturday, it’s the Mook XC Invitational at Alderbrook Golf Course, Tillamook.
“A little bit of illness and some minor injuries prevented us from seeing everyone out there in a very competitive
than I assumed,” he said. “So we’re bringing a lot more competitiveness in here, along with wanting to bring in the discipline that is required to play with tough programs.”
Garibay isn’t discouraged about the team’s start. She knows she is part of a building process and that progress will be incremental.
“My goal this season is getting multiple wins, not just one,” she said. “We played really good last year.
race” at Ash Creek, Eli Cirino said. “We’re really looking forward to the next couple weeks of competition.”
Boys Soccer Tigard proved too tough - offensively and defensivelyas they blanked the Panthers, 8-0, in the team’s only match from last week.
“Nothing to really report,” coach Jose Becerra said. “We just didn’t play well. Gave up a few goals from set pieces again. So we will be working on that quite a bit.”
Set plays have proven to be a problem early on for
But the scores on the board were not reflecting how well we played. This year, what I really want is for our scores to reflect how hard we’ve been working.”
Arturo has coached in the Salem-Keizer School District for years. He’s a former head coach of the McKay High School varsity girls team. He coaches at Whiteaker Middle School while also coaching the Panthers.
Central, as they have surrendered three goals on such plays heading into the Tigard match. And a few more against the Tigers.
The Panthers have yet to score a goal this season.
The team hosted Barlow Sept. 17 and will travel to Canby Tuesday in its preseason finale. The conference opener is at home versus South Albany on Oct. 1. It begins at 7 p.m.
PHOTO CONTRIBUTED
Unlike last year, Central High School has enough girl varsity runners to field a team, including (from left) Emerson Hailwood, Katarina Glasman, Lily McCormick, Kiyora Dorres and Hannah Gilbert, who competed at the Ash Creek XC Festival at Western Oregon University Sept. 14.
PHOTO BY LANCE MASTERSON
Jackson Stevens scores against Eagle Creek in the recent home opener for the Panthers varsity football team. Central (3-0, 0-0) hosts South Albany Friday, Sept. 27, in the teams’ preseason finale.
