Volume 2 Issue 3 En Español las páginas 14 y 15
COMING UP... Sacred Heart Sodality Card Party February 7 Glenn-Colusa Cattlewomen & Cattlemen’s “Holiday Topper” Fundraiser February 7 Chicken/Ham Dinner February 8 Beef Weigh-In February 8 Our Lady of Lourdes Rummage Sale February 13 Valentine’s Day February 14
What’s Inside Opinion ............................Page 4 & 5
February 6 - February 20 , 2009
Winter Camp Cook-off Huge Hit
Hey, Batter, Batter... ...............By Tami Coder
..............................Special to the WPR
C
rowds turned out in record numbers for the Seventh Annual Winter Camp Cook-off which was held January 27 at the Colusa County Fairgrounds. With 17 competitors cooking up tasty tidbits it’s no surprise it was a huge hit. The modern camp cooks served over 275 taste testers. While most of the competitors were from Colusa County, there were a few from several hours away. In recent years Dutch oven or cast iron cooking has gained in popularity as a hobby. The cooks use the same types of techniques that were used hundreds of years ago. Everything from breads, entrées and desserts were out for the public to sample and vote on. One local team consisted of Tim Gomes, Darin Thomas and Jamie Fry. The trio got their start 10 years ago when they participated in the Colusa Western Days Cook-off. They have been going strong and competing throughout California and Nevada ever since. One of the things they are most proud of is the fact they always use new recipes for each competition. The teams competed in three categories including: Main Dish, Bread, and Dessert. Continued on Page 2
Teammates of the 2008 Williams Junior League softball team, the Crossfire, clown around on picture day (Photo by Tami Coder)
S
pring is just around the corner, and with it comes a symphony of warm breezes, splashes of vibrant color, and soft blue skies. The sound of leather slapping against leather, and the crack of ball on bat can be heard, along with youthful voices laughing and calling to one another. Baseball season is almost here! On Thursday, January 22nd, the Williams Little League held its first meeting of the ‘09 season. Gathering together in the Williams Elementary School cafeteria, last season’s officers, coaches, and parents began the process of putting together another successful year of Westside baseball and softball.
Natalie Povlson, 2008 president, brought the meeting to order. The first order of business was the nomination and election of the officers for 2009. Natalie was reinstated for another year as president, with Brooke Steinke voted in as vice president. Working together, the two women will also serve as snack bar representatives. Nancy Dean was elected treasurer, with Tami Coder rounding out the panel of officers as secretary. The next item on the agenda was the treasurer’s report, along with discussion on funds needed for the charter and insurance. Continued on Page 12
Disparities in Awareness of Heart Attack Warning Signs Among Adults in 14 States Revealed by CDC Study...................................................................Special to the WPR
A
n alarming number of adults fail compared to women (30.8 percent), or back; feeling weak, lightheaded, or
Looking Back to recognize heart attack warning whites (30.2 percent) and those with faint; chest pain or discomfort; pain ..................................Page 6 signs and symptoms that could, if higher educations (33.4 percent). or discomfort in the arms or shoulder; Home & Garden ..................................Page 7 Community Calendar ..................................Page 9 Classifieds ................................Page 12
317 Fifth Street - Colusa, CA 95932
Ph: 530.383.4861 Fax: 530.458.2675
www.WilliamsPioneerReview.com
heeded, save their lives, according to a new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) study conducted in 14 states. The Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report study, “Disparities in Awareness of Heart Attack Warning Signs and Actions among U.S. Adults in 14 States,” found that men (22.5 percent), blacks (16.2 percent), Hispanics (14.3 percent), and those with less than a high school education (15.7 percent) are less likely to know the major signs of a heart attack. They were also least likely to call for emergency assistance;
“The findings from the study may serve as an important indicator for other states and suggests that more public education and communication campaigns are needed to increase awareness, particularly among the high risk populations of men, blacks, Hispanics, and the under-educated and in those areas where awareness is low,” said Dr. Jing Fang, the study’s lead author and an epidemiologist in the CDC Division for Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention. The warning signs of heart attack are pain or discomfort in the jaw, neck
and shortness of breath. Each year, about 920,000 Americans suffer a heart attack. Of those who die, about half of them die within an hour of the first symptoms and before they ever reach the hospital. The early recognition of heart attack warning signs by victims and bystanders and the immediate action of calling for emergency medical assistance are crucial for timely access to cardiac care, receipt of advanced treatment, and the increased potential for survival. “In addition to the differences, it is clear the overall public awareness of heart attack signs and the importance of calling for emergency medical assistance quickly in the event someone is experiencing a heart attack or stroke... Continued on Page 3
2  February 6 - February 20, 2009
Cook-off.........Continued
SNAP SHOTS
society bridge Whist a success
.............................Special to the WPR
W
hist card party and Luncheon held Saturday 24th was well attended. A delicious lunch was served by the members prior to the card playing. Door prize was won by Valeria Royal. Raffle prizes were won by Pat Meyers, Alene Clawsow and Elnora Spidell. High prize for Bridge was Joan Meyers of Arbuckle and for Whist Jerry Steidlmayer. A special thank you to all who attend.
Don Litchfield checks on his white lasagna at the recent Cast-iron Cook-off. (Staff Photo)
The winners include: Main Dish 3rd prize: Brisket, Cowboy BBQ (John & Chad Bidegain) 2nd prize: Stuffed Pork Loin, The Young & the Old (Dave Holeman & Paul Sankey) 1st prize: White Chicken Lasagna, Don Litchfield & Carolee Ornbaun Bread 3rd prize: Corn Bread, Team Ornbaun, (Ashley and Colt Ornbaun) (youth) 2nd prize: Rosemary Garlic Bread, Jeff Moresco 1st prize: Sourdough Bread, The Young & the Old (Dave Holeman & Paul Sankey) Dessert 3rd prize: Bread Pudding, Old Chico Staters (Gus Bettman & Jim Krueger) 2nd prize: Pina Colada Cake, Thomas & Gomes (Darrin Thomas & Tim Gomes) 1st prize: Carmel Apple Cake, Team Ornbaun (Ashley & Colt Ornbaun) Highest Points Overall: The Young & the Old (Dave Holeman & Paul Sankey) Watch for our event same time, same place next year. To learn more about this event, or to compete in the future contact: Liz Dawley, SecretaryTreasurer. Sac River Cast Iron Cookers, 1285 Hwy 45, Glenn, CA 95943
First and second grade students (led by their teacher Mrs. Kathy Croghan) from Our Lady of Lourdes went to the Colusa County Fairgrounds Friday January 30, to show their appreciation for their service in the community. Several other local agencies and businesses were also recognized by students from OLL. Students are pictured with Fair Manager Carolan Meek.
Free GED Classes
..............................Special to the WPR
T
he Williams Family Action Center offers free GED classes on an open entry/open exit basis on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 9:00. These classes are open to anyone over the age of 16 and not currently enrolled in school. Classes are provided in both English and Spanish. Please call for more information: 473-5400.
Quilt raffle
.............................Special to the WPR
Joan Rockwell of Colusa, bid on the lucky key that opened the lock on a Benelli Nova shotgun. (Staff Photo)
Who knew that tax season could be this fun? Monica Ordaz, Owner, celebrates a grand opening for the H&R Block Office and El Campisino. (Staff Photo)
P
There was a sea of people at the Colusa Fire’s annual crab feed. (Staff Photo)
astor Pete Shell of the Arbuckle United Methodist Church is admiring the beautiful Stars quilt designed and made by Barbara Peterson who is on the right. The quilt is reversible with a striking black and white design on the other side. Tickets for the quilt raffle will be sold at the Chicken Ham Dinner by Florence Uhland. The annual dinner will be held on Sunday, Feb. 8th, at the Arbuckle Fire Hall from 5 to 7 p.m.
February 6 - February 20, 2009 3
Sacramento Choral Society Williams Library .............................Special to the WPR and Orchestra ...........................Special to the WPR
T
hey’ve performed to rave reviews at Carnegie Hall, at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles, and in cities in both Europe and China. They are the Sacramento Choral Society and Orchestra. Music fans in Colusa County have the opportunity to hear them on March 22. The Colusa County Arts Council is sponsoring a bus trip to the Mondavi Center at UC Davis for the 7:00 pm concert of music by Johann Sebastian Bach in honor of his 323rd birthday. This season SCSO moved from the Sacramento Convention Center to the more acoustically pleasing Mondavi Center
The bus from Carefree Charters in Colusa will leave from the Colusa County Fairgrounds and make stops in Williams and Arbuckle as necessary. Drivers for this recently licensed company are long time drivers for private businesses and educational institutions. The cost of the trip will be $65, a cost that includes a ticket for seating in the upper Orchestra, bus fare, and a small donation to CCAC, the sponsors. Checks may be sent to CCAC, P.O. Box 126, Colusa 95932. Additional information may be obtained by calling 458-5479 or 458-5480.
B
eginning January 27th, the Williams Library will open an additional 2 hours per week. The Williams Library’s new hours will be Tuesday and Thursday 10:00am to 5:00pm, Wednesday 10am to 8pm, and Saturday 10am to 3pm. The Williams Public Library is Branch of the Colusa County Free Library and is located at 901 E. Street in Williams, CA. It offers a number of free services to the general public, including use of computers and the internet, as well as a collection of books, music and movies. Further information can be acquired by calling the Williams Library at (530) 473-5955 during normal library hours.
Bring the world home ....Special to the WPR heart attack he California 4-H Youth characteristics), ancestry, marital warning signs
T
Development Program coordinates a month-long Japanese Exchange Program. The state office is currently seeking host families for Japanese youth ages 12 – 16. This summer activity offers an excellent opportunity for families to learn more about Japanese culture and gain a new friend from across the Pacific. Students will be placed with host families, who have a child the same gender and close in age, from July 22 to August 18, 2009. Families do not have to be currently enrolled in 4-H but must enroll to participate. More information is available at: http:// www.ca4h.org/exchange/japanese/ index.asp or by contacting Pat English at pnenglish@ucdavis.edu or 530-7548520. The University of California prohibits discrimination or harassment of any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer-related or genetic
status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, or service in the uniformed services (as defined by the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994: service in the uniformed services includes membership, application for membership, performance of service, application for service, or obligation for service in the uniformed services) in any of its programs or activities. University policy also prohibits reprisal or retaliation against any person in any of its program or activities for making a complaint of discrimination or sexual harassment or for using or participating in the investigation or resolution process of any such complaint. University policy is intended to be consistent with the provisions of applicable State and Federal laws. Inquiries regarding the University’s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Director, University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources, 1111 Franklin St., 6th Floor, Oakland, CA 94607, (510) 987-0096.
The City of colusa seeks photos for website & promotional materials...........................................................Special to the WPR
T
he City of Colusa is looking for photographs that that illustrate the beauty and sense of community that is Colusa. Old photos, new photos, photos of scenery, photos of people, photos of animals, any photos that tell the story of Colusa. We want to use these photographs
on our webpage as well as in promotional literature for the City. If you have photographs that you feel tell the Colusa story and you would be willing to allow the City to use these photographs royalty free, then either drop the photograph by City Hall so we can scan the photograph
.............................Continued
was alarmingly low,” said Dr.Fang. “Only about a quarter, or 27 percent, of those participating in the study who know all five major signs of a heart attack said they would also call 911 or otherwise seek emergency assistance if an individual appeared to be having a heart attack.” The study also found that the awareness of specific heart attack warning signs and the number of people who said they would call emergency medical personnel to report heart attack or strokes varied by states. The recognition of jaw, or back pain and discomfort as warning signs ranged from 34 percent in Washington, D.C. to 59 percent in West Virginia; feeling weak, lightheaded or faint ranged from 53 percent in Washington, D.C. to 70 percent in Iowa; chest pain and discomfort ranged from 86 percent in Tennessee to 96 percent in West Virginia; and pain or discomfort in the shoulder was from 77 percent in Washington D.C. to up 92 percent in West Virginia. Study participants indicating that they would call for emergency assistance or call medical personnel to report a heart attack or stroke ranged from 78 percent in Mississippi to 89 percent in Minnesota. For more information on the signs and actions of heart attack, visit the CDC Division for Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention Web site at www.cdc.gov/ dhdsp. For more information on the risk of heart disease among various ethnic groups visit: http://www.cdc. gov/omhd/Populations/BAA/BAA. htm
Read & Download Issues Online! www.WilliamsPioneerReview.com
4
February 6 - February 20, 2009
opinion “GROWING UP”.....................................................................................................................By Andrea Moore
W
ell it’s been an eventful couple of weeks for the Moore household. They say that life is never dull when you have children, and they are right! Our daughter Meredith lost her very first tooth the other day, and I swear I have never seen her so happy. She was positively glowing with pride. I guess I forgot what a big deal it is to go through that first right of passage into adulthood. Of course she couldn’t help lording it over her little brother since he is still a baby.
The next exciting thing happened when I heard Meredith in the back seat explaining to Isaac, with much enthusiasm, where babies come from. “Well, when ladies pray really hard for a baby, god lifts them up into heaven and somehow puts the baby in them until they go to the hospital for the doctor to take it out,” she explained in her all-knowing, big sister voice. I of course swallowed back a chuckle. It did warm my heart a little though. Why can’t they stay sweet and
innocent forever? I was recently elected to be on the Colusa County Chamber of Commerce board and I am really excited about it. I think promoting our county is so vital, especially in this economy, and with so many opportunities for agri-tourism… The possibilities are endless. I think sometimes we take for granted the fact that we live in such a wonderful place! Now for some mushy stuff; Valentine’s Day is almost here and unfortunately many men are probably cringing inside. I just wanted to give some unsolicited advice… When buying a gift for your special someone, make sure it isn’t too practical. Get something frivolous and fun. Or, go for romantic. Instead of buying her a
dozen roses, buy her a live rosebush that is in bloom, that way she can look at it and appreciate it for years to come. So, with that said, stay away from appliances, tools or things that you pretend are for her, but are actually for you! Another idea, clean the house and cook a nice candlelit dinner! What could be nicer than that? Andrea Moore may be contacted at: publisher@williamspioneerreview. com
Environmental Hypocrisy .....................................................By: Ashley Indrieri, FWA
G
overnor Schwarzenegger has touted California as the “green leader” and signed many paramount environmental laws since taking office. The Golden State is now the poster child for the green movement across the nation. The Governors’ biggest claim to fame was the Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006. The law requires that California cut greenhouse-gas emissions by 25 percent by the year 2020. Critics of the law opposed the strict regulations as anti-business, citing the law would hurt the economy by imposing additional regulations to already hurting industries, such as auto manufacturers, home builders, agribusiness and energy producers. At last, reality is catching up with
the Governor as he realizes that 10 huge highway projects are being stalled due to dozens of environmental lawsuits. As California faces a sinking economy, the Governor acknowledges that these 10 highway projects are urgently needed to boost our economy because the projects equate to $1.2 billion and 22,000 jobs. Through the state budget negotiations the Governor is asking the legislature to exempt the highway projects from environmental review in order to jumpstart the economy. Environmentalists are baffled, pointing out the hypocrisy of the
exception. While many in the legislature are saying “I told you so,” the hypocrisy does not stop there. The Williamson Act subventions program is also on the chopping block. The 44-year-old farmland preservation act protects over 16.4 million acres of California farmland. If cut, this important farmland preservation tool will put millions of acres at risk of development. Cutting the subventions payment to local governments will only force them to eliminate the program. Not only is this program crucial to California’s $36 billion agricultural
LOVE .................................................................................................By Nikki Hancock Merriam Webster’s Collegiate Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, Dictionary defines love as: men. Don’t forget! 1 a (1): strong affection for another arising out of kinship or personal ties (maternal love for a child) (2): attraction based on sexual desire: affection a n d tenderness felt by lovers (3): affection based on admiration, benevolence, or common interests (love for his old schoolmates)... February is the month it seems many people are focused on love. I think Hallmark did a great job of ensuring that! While I’d love to say I don’t get wrapped up in all the superficial marketing ploys, I totally do. What do you expect? I’m kind of the epitome of a girl.
I like to bake cookies for all my nearby Although Valentine’s relatives and friends on Day really is a great this holiday each year. day for retail stores Cards are a great way and florists to make to show your affection some good money off as well. Or even a of you, the consumer, phone call or an email it actually can be a to let people know that great time to take a you’re thinking about moment to let those them. It doesn’t really you love know how you matter what you do, you feel. As the dictionary definition never know when a small sentiment demonstrates, love is not only for can make someone’s day. lovers. It is for family and friends, people you admire, anyone for whom Nikki Hancock can be reached via you feel strong feelings. There’s no email at nhancockreporter@yahoo. reason your Valentine’s Day has to com or by phone at (530) 934-2594. be celebrated for a romantic reason only!
economy, it is paramount to California’s fight against greenhouse gas emissions. A Purdue University study estimates that every acre of farmland pulls an estimated 0.107 tons of CO2 from the air, which is over 1.7 million tons of carbon absorbed by the 16.4 million acres of farmland protected by the Williamson Act. Since the Governor insists that selectively waiving environmental regulation and cutting the Williamson Act will not hurt the environment, why do we have the regulations in the first place? By: Ashley Indrieri, Executive Director, Family Water Alliance. (530) 438-2026.
Top 5 Reasons to Advertise in the WPR
1 2 3
. Locally owned and operated . The WPR is a family friendly publication
. Reach a broader audience with our FREE publication available to both localS and travelers alike.
4 5
. Longer shelf life as a bi-weekly newspaper . Personalized, friendly customer service
February 6 - February 20, 2009 5
opinion Odds and Ends..............................................................................................................................By Tami Coder Well, January 20th has come and gone, and a new president occupies the White House. Barack H. Obama has become the 44th President of the United States of America, smashing the barrier of race once and for all. I hope I live to see the day when the color of one’s skin becomes inconsequential, and racism ceases to exist. I am hopeful, but not overly confident. Maybe by the time our children’s children are grown, all forms of bigotry will be a thing of the past. This election gives me a little more faith- a man that is half black and half white is now the most powerful person in the free world. His speech during the inauguration was amazing. I hope Mr. President uses his power judicially, and wisely, and helps get this country back on her feet. My TV stopped working yesterday afternoon. Well, not the TV itselfthat hulking monstrosity, 40” tube, circa ‘95, is still working, although it takes about 45 minutes of clicking and wheezing to get started each morning. No, I mean that stupid dish on my roof stopped sending satellite signals down to old “big and ugly”. I called up Direct TV and talked to a technician (once I managed to push enough numbers
to actually get a live person), and then I jumped through every hoop he walked me through. Still nothing. So now I have to wait until Tuesday to get a repairman out here, and must be home between the hours of 12 and 4 pm. Don’t you love that one? We actually pay people to keep us locked in our houses like prisoners, cause God forbid if we miss the appointment! Then it will take another week before they can get out here somewhere between the hours of 12 and 4 pm. Oh well, I will be doing a lot of reading, and writing, and crying because none of my Monday night shows are going to get recorded on my TiVo. That will keep me busy. I want to thank the people who have been donating food and blankets to the Williams 4-H club, who then donates them to the Colusa County Animal Shelter. This is the second year that the Williams 4-H club has been collecting items for the shelter as a community service, and thanks to the readers of this paper, they have been able to donate more than ever. If you would like to help the lost and neglected animals in this county, please call me at (530)473-5064. I will make arrangements to have the
ENGAGEMENTS
Heather Vaughan & Jacob Fink Engagement
H
granddaughter of Hugh and Alice Smith of Williams and the late George and Alice Vaughan of Pleasant Hill. She attended local schools, graduated from CSU, Chico and earned her masters from New York University. She is a costume historian and works at UC Press as a publicist. Jacob is the son of Susan and Ted Fink of New Plymouth, Idaho. He attended Bay Area schools, graduated from UC Berkeley, and is obtaining his masters from CSU, East Bay. He is a staff geologist for Cornerstone Earth Group in Walnut Creek.
eather Vaughan and Jacob Fink, both Benicia High School graduates (1995), became engaged on December 31, while visiting the Cloisters Museum in New York City. They both currently reside in Albany. Heather is the daughter of Pete and The two plan to marry in the fall. Gayle Vaughan of Benicia. She is the
items picked up from your home or business. Remember, the shelter needs old towels and blankets, and is in tremendous need of canned dog and cat food for the very young and elderly residents. Thank you. On a sad note...On January 11th, my husband Mike and I drove up to Lake Tahoe to say goodbye to an old friend. Craig Smith, 58, passed away from heart failure on January 5th. Craig was the kind of friend and coworker everyone wanted to havefunny, loyal, and kind to a fault. If you needed help moving, Craig was there. If you needed a fourth on the golf course, Craig was there. If you needed a drinking partner, he was there. If you needed to gripe and moan about work, he would listen. If you were fighting with a mutual friend, he was the king of diplomacy, not letting up until everyone made up. His capacity for friendship was in evidence at the memorial service held for him in the old Caesar’s Tahoe showroom (now known as Mountbleu). 250 to 300 people were in attendance, filling the room to overflowing. As a slide show of his life played out to the backbeat of Jimmy Buffett, we cried hard, but we laughed hard, too. After the service, about 40 of us went to the Goal Post, one of our old employee haunts back in the day. We all had a “Jaeggy for Craiggy!”, just like he used to exclaim after a day of skiing, or mountain biking, or working. He
died after a day of skiing with his wife and kids, just walking from his truck to the lodge- boom. That quickly, he was gone. But, he died with his ski boots on, and as all of those close to him can attest, that is exactly how he would have wanted to go. The lesson? Simple, no one knows when the thread that tethers us to this world will be severed, so you better live each day like Craig did- to the fullest, with no regret, and a showroom full of people who love you. I would like to thank the many people who have come up to me and commented positively on my columns and my writing- it means the world to me. Knowing that there are people out there who enjoy reading what I write is all the motivation I need to keep cranking the words out. I am humbled by your support- thank you. Last, but not least, I send Valentine wishes to my husband Michael. For almost 19 years we have put up with one another, with three beautiful children and very little jail time! Truly a miracle. The kids and I appreciate how hard you are working for all of us, and how difficult it is for you to be away from your family so much. We love you! Happy Valentine’s Day! To contact Tami Coder, you can send an email to tamifay63@yahoo. com.
Williams Family Action Center CURRENT ACTIVITES KIDS ACADEMY: Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:45 to 10:45 a. m. Tuesdays and Thursdays 12:00 to 1:30 p. m. ESL CLASSES: (English as a second Language): Tuesdays and Thursdays 1:30 to 4:30 p.m ED CLASSES (General Education Diploma): Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. COMPUTER CLASS: Mondays and Wednesdays 1:00--2:00 p. m. Call to verify availability PARENTING CLASS: Spanish: Wednesdays 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. English: Wednesdays 10:00 to 11:30 Spanish: Monday Evenings 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. HOMEWORK CLUB: Monday-Friday after school to 4:30 APPLICATION ASSISTANCE: Medi-Cal, Healthy Families, Healthy Kids, and job: Monday—Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m CLOTHING EXCHANGE: Monday—Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PUBLIC USE COMPUTERS: Call to verify availability
Need to Announce an Engagement, Anniversary, or Birthday? or Share the memory of a loved one? Contact the Williams Pioneer Review:
(530) 458-2675
or Publisher@WilliamsPioneerReview.com
6 February 6 - February 20, 2009
The news back then
FROM THE SACRAMENTO VALLEY MUSEUM Patricia Ash, Contributor
Williams Farmer 2/9/1917 ROMANCE ENDS IN WILLIAMS The final act of a pretty love romance was completed here on Monday when Mr. C.H. Rolph of Bend, Oregon, arrived here to claim as his bride Mrs. J. A. Harding. The happy couple departed the same day for Oakland where they were married and left for their future home in the northern state. The bride is a woman of much worth, who has acted as housekeeper at the Williams Hotel and where she made many friends in the few months she resided here. The groom is a prominent farmer in Bend Oregon. Their acquaintance, which ripened into love, is of many years standing, and all their friends wish them many years of happiness. Williams Farmer 2/2/1930 PARENTS OF MRS. M.J. KEEGAN CELEBRATE GOLDEN WEDDING. Mr. and Mrs. M.J, Keegan and children attended the wedding anniversary of Mrs. Keegan’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Williams H. Lang in Sutter City, Sunday afternoon. The affair was a complete surprise to the honored couple, the sons and daughters having quietly planned it without their parent’s knowledge. A reception was held in the afternoon, refreshments being served to the many friends who dropped in to congratulate the honored guests. They received a number of lovely gifts
Do you have a question for one of the pros? City or County Government? Local Law Enforcement? Email them to: questions@ williams pioneerreview.com
and many greeting cards. All twelve children and eighteen grandchildren of the couple were present for this happy occasion. Mr. and Mrs. Lang, respected and honored citizens of Sutter County, moved there about twenty four years ago from Bear Valley where they had lived for about ten years. It is interesting to note that for six generations this family been represented in Colusa County. The Lang’s farmed extensive holdings in Sutter County, however being retired at this time. TRANSIENTS HERDED INTO STATE CAMPS At the rate of some hundred a daymen, boys, women and girls are finding their way to the transient world shelters which have been provided for them by the United States Government in all parts of the state. More than 70 of these shelters are now in operation in California under the immediate direction of the State Emergency Relief Administration. At last count there were 23,165 of these transients in the shelters in the state, 6,544 of them being in family groups of unattached women and girls who had been forced to a life of vagrancy because of a dearth of work opportunities. As fast as arrangements can be made, the single men are being sifted into forest camps or urban shelters while the families, women and children are being given special care in establishing refuges and rest homes. The gathering of the transients into shelters and camps is part of a comprehensive plan to remove all wanderers from trans -highways and city streets. JOE KINTANA PLAYING STAR BACKETBALL WITH SAN FRANCISCO OLYMPIC CLUB TEAM The fast Olympic Club team from San Francisco defeated the California Basketeers Wednesday night 44 to 32. The big significance of the victory is the fact that Joe Kintana, former star of last year’s U.C. Varsity, and prior to entering California, the star athlete of Williams High School was in the game from start to finish adding his bit to the victory. He was high point man at
half and covered the court efficiently in the second half and was listed as first in point at the end of the contest. Earlier in the week Joe won the game from the Denver quintet in the closing moments of the game and was accorded a full page cut in the sport section of the Examiner, accompanied by a lot of complimentary things. Joe has a responsible position with the Associated Oil Company.
Williams Farmer 2/2/1938-FIRST STORY OF CITY HALL TO BE POURED TODAY The rain this week interrupted the work on the city hall and the forms were well soaked. This relieved the workmen the task of wetting down the forms before the walls could be poured. Work of pouring the walls started yesterday morning and from present indications the first story will be poured by this evening. Work will then start on the second story. Williams Farmer 2/9/1961 EVERETT BRAINARD, SHARON HOLISTER WED IN SACRAMENTO CHAPEL RITES Miss Sharon Lewise Holland became the bride of Everett Edwin Brainard at the beautiful ceremony on the afternoon of January 29 in the Wedding Chapel in Sacramento. The Rev Dr. Arnold Michael officiated at the exchange of vows. Given in marriage by her father, Williams Lewis Holland of Carmichael, the bride was beautiful in a ballerina length gown fashioned of Alencon ace over taffeta. Her fingertip veil was of bridal illusion and she carried an arrangement of white orchids and stephanotis on a white bible. The traditional something old was a lace hankie belonging to her grandmother, a heart shaped lavaliere a gift of the groom and a blue garter completed the wedding ensemble. Sydne Holland of Carmichael was her sister’s maid of honor and Miss Trina Pearson of Williams was a bridesmaid. Their dresses were of sheer lilac nylon over net and taffeta, featuring scoop
necklines edged in satin with satin and net head pieces. Bonnie Holland, sister of the bride was the candle lighter. She wore a dress of embossed organdy over pink satin. Best man was Danny Smith of Williams and ushering duties were dispatched by Jake Doberstein of Williams and Mark Holland, brother of the bride. Williams Farmer 2/9/1961 ABRAHAM LINCOLN WALKS ALONE Along the sometimes darkening halls of time, the figures of greatness walk away the eternal years. They are many. They are different. Individuals, yet intrinsically a part of their era and the ages. Among them, Abraham Lincoln walks alone. Not because he shies from company. Old Abe was a convivial soul, a great yarn spinner. Alone in his deep concentration on the God-endowed rights of men; his humble dedication was to the precious bonds of freedom and liberty and justice. Alone in that aloneness which greatness inflicts, which sets the infinitely compassionate a little apart from the compassionate, the total in faith a little apart from those whose faith may turn too much inward. Yet Abraham Lincoln was one with his time, his country, and his fellow man. He was one with the mother whose soldier son he reprieved. The pain and terror of those on the battlefield, were his pain and terror. The aspirations of God inspired men were his aspirations. Abraham Lincoln walks alone, but it is the lonely path of his uniqueness. And in the majestic alchemy of the spirit of his uniqueness becomes the precious inspiration that can people can follow his noble path with all mankind, if only mankind will let it.
HOME & GARDEN
February 6 - February 20, 2009 7
Why not Plant a Vegetable Garden? ..................................................................................By Curtis Pyle
H
aving your own vegetable garden is much more than growing fresh food. Once you get the feelings of satisfaction, you’ll get hooked for sure. When your garden is doing well, you will probably be feeling well too. It’s the combination of turning your knowledge and effort into a producing plot of land. When you take an idea, then turn it into the best part of your dinner, you have succeeded in the most obvious goal with your garden. Different species of plants have different growing requirements. Don’t hesitate to read and ask questions to learn the right cultural methods. You should know what to plant and when to plant. Ask yourself the following questions for a successful garden: ● Will my garden get the most sunlight possible? ● Will I need staking? Will the tall staked plants, such as tomatoes, eventually shade out some of my garden? ● What does my soil need before I plant? How do I till
it? ● Are the soil and season right for the seed I am planting? ● How far apart should my garden rows be? ● Should I have my own compost pile in the works? Just how do I make compost? ● Where can I get a deal on compost or manure? ● What type of fertilizer will I need? Organic or inorganic? When do I put it on? ● How often should I water? ● How will I control the weeds? ● What will I do about the bugs? ● How do I know when to harvest? ● What’s the best way to store my produce? How can I preserve some for winter? These questions and more will stimulate your brain cells. The exercise and fresh air you get by tending your garden are benefits to your health. Working a garden
My winter garden is growing well so far. Today I cut broccoli for the first time this year. The heads are really tight and medium in size. When I cut them, they just snapped with crispness. Curiously, I discovered that one plant, and only one in the row, had aphids all over it. Instead of running for the insecticide, I’ll leave it as a host plant for the insects. If later they spread, a bit of soap and water may be in order. Even a bit of vegetable oil mixed in will keep the toxic chemicals off of my food. Organic produce usually involves sharing a bit of your bounty with nature. I’ll be giving you frequent will help you both physically and updates as to what’s going on in my mentally. I will be providing general garden and share my successes and answers to these questions in future failures. articles. When you are in your garden, don’t think of it as work. Make your time an experience. Think about how nice your soil looked or smelled after you tilled the earth. Do you remember the feel of the soil in your bare hands or under your bare feet? Isn’t it amazing those little tiny seeds you planted grew right before your eyes, because you chose to grow them and tend to them? The old saying about taking time to smell the roses should make my point.
So, pray for rain, be conservative with your water. Water only when it’s needed, not every day. Remember that sharing and giving away some of your produce can really make a positive difference in someone’s day. I recently discovered a great catalog, Johnny Seeds, available at 1-877JOHNNYS or johnnyseeds.com. It’s not only a catalog, it’s a wealth of information. And it’s free!
Build a Little Greenhouse ......By Curtis Pyle
S
tarting early tomatoes, peppers and flower seeds in a greenhouse is fun and easy. Don’t have a greenhouse? Explore these inexpensive alternatives to purchasing a new one. Take something as simple as a recycled shower door, add legs for support like a table, and place over your flats to increase heat. Or build a cold frame. A cold frame is basically a box with a plastic or glass lid that can be opened and vented
as needed. Another idea is using a small shed with a plastic roof. I’ve built a Quonset-hut type greenhouse out of plastic and PVC pipe, with timbers secured with rebar for the foundation. The PVC pipe was glued together to form an arch and a backbone down the center of the roof. Recycled pallets on legs make great benches. It’s up to you and your imagination how creative your greenhouse can be.
8 February 6 - February 20, 2009
DMV ONLINE TRANSACTIONS INCREASED 15 PERCENT DURING 2008 .....................................Special to the WPR
T
he California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) announced today a significant increase in customers using DMV online services. In 2008, more than 7 million customers used online DMV transaction services, an increase of 15 percent over 2007. “Customers conducting DMV business online save time, energy and it is good for the environment,” said DMV Director George Valverde. “The DMV Web site offers a convenient alternative for our customers to renew their vehicle registrations, driver licenses and other important activities.” Vehicle registrations remain the most popular online option, as 5,577,328 vehicles were registered through the DMV website, a 14.8 percent increase over the 2007 total of 4,857,251. June and July were busy months for online vehicle registrations surpassing 500,000 transactions twice for the first time since the 2003 inception of the online program. Online driver license renewals totaled 641,337, a 31.8 percent increase from 486,532 logged the previous year. Online change of address filings numbered 742,021 and notice of release of liability filings totaled
909,957. Customers can perform any one of the following transactions and functions on the DMV Web site: • Renew driver license • Renew vehicle registration • Make a change of address • Register to vote • Purchase personalized plates • File a notice of release of liability • Check the license status of driver’s education or traffic schools, new or used vehicle dealers • File vehicle transfer forms • Calculate fees and taxes due • Request refunds • Find the nearest DMV offices, hours of operation and wait times • Schedule office appointments for up to three transactions or for three separate customers
Construction in Williams ..By Tami Coder
T
he engines are still now, hulking office buildings, or industrial space. yellow giants parked neatly in As of now, there is no official word formation. It is Sunday, a day of on whom or what may occupy rest, but tomorrow the earth moving those four buildings. Williams city machines will roar to life once more, administrator Jim Manning explains, smoothing the “The intent way for another is that these chapter in the buildings will be growth of a used to house small town. the Office of For the last Education for few months, the district, a piece of but as of now what was we have not Dozens of earth movers have been buzzing once farmland received any around next to the California Highway Patrol has been building in Williams. (Staff Photo) applications undergoing for a building a slow permit.” He transformation. The property, continued, “The Vann brothers owned by the Vann brothers, is have filed to make improvements located just west of the Taco Bell on the land, but until we get the in Williams. The question on local application to build, we can’t know minds is simple: what is going to be for sure what the request will be.” built on that parcel of property? For now, the big machines will The land is zoned for commercial continue to do their work, moving or industrial use only. Before a and shaping a former rice field property owner can develop the into a place where commercial or land, they must file a permit to industrial buildings can be built. In make certain improvements on time, all questions will be answered, the parcel. Right now, the Vann but for now, residents can still play brothers are grading and smoothing the guessing game. The one thing the area, creating pads and access we know for sure, is that our little roads. The intended outcome is to town continues to grow. Where we create four separate lots, which will end up is still a mystery. eventually become four separate
• Make appointments for both car and motorcycle driving skill tests • Study the Driver’s Handbook, the Motorcycle Handbook, the Parent-Teen Training Guide • Take interactive driver’s license exams • Answer the most frequently asked questions in extensive archives Don’t Stand In Line, Go Online! Doing business with the DMV has never been easier. The DMV offers an array of services to customers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through its Web site (www.dmv.ca.gov), including online appointments for written and drive tests; vehicle registration and driver license renewals, selection of personalized license plates, changes of address and payment of fees via secure debit transactions. DMV is a department under the Business, Transportation and Housing Agency, which is under the direction of Secretary Dale E. Bonner. The DMV licenses drivers; maintains driving records; registers and tracks official ownership of vehicles and vessels; investigates auto and identity-related fraud; and licenses car dealers, driving schools, and traffic violator schools.
warm help for the homeless
.............................Special to the WPR
S
ome concerned Colusa County citizens have formed a non-profit group called “A Hand Up” to assist the county’s homeless population, providing cold-weather shelter and food. Sleeping bags, tents and food vouchers to local fast food restaurants are furnished. Members noted a number of people in Colusa County are taking shelter on the river bottoms, behind buildings or sleeping in unheated garages. A Hand Up was formed to provide at least some comfort for the homeless. The hope of the group is to eventually provide some sort of indoor shelter and hot meals. The challenge is to find the appropriate site, which must include a commercial kitchen to be staffed by certified food handlers. For more information or to join the group, which meets monthly at an area church, contact Robin Rauch at (530) 458-4484 or John Vafis at (530) 4584243. Article submitted by: Kathy Craigo
Do you like to write?
Send in your short stories, poems and essays for review and possible printing in the WPR. (Must be positive) For more information call 530-383-4861 or email: publisher@williamspioneerreview.com
February 6 - February 20, 2009 9
community calendar
Catholic Church of the from a large selection of prizes. There will Annunciation also be a raffle and Door Prize. Donation 627 8th Street - Williams is $12.00. Come join us for an afternoon of fun. For more information, please call “Meet & Greet Coffee Club” Karen Riordan @ 438-2921. Every Third Sunday of the Month after 8:00 a.m. Mass ----------------------------------------------Join us for refreshments and conversation Omega Nu returns to: “The Wild Wild West” “The Social Church Club” Saturday, February 21, 2009 Meeting: Every First Thursday of the Colusa County Fairgrounds – Main Month. New Time: 4:30 p.m. Exhibit Bldg. Place: The Event Room at the church 6:30pm cocktails and gambling Please come and join us to form new 7:30pm dinner friendships, bring people together Kick up your heels to Highway 20 and to assist and serve in our community. Proceeds Benefit Omega Nu Scholarship Fund ----------------------------------------------Donation: $50.00 per person CITY OF COLUSA SENIOR MUST BE 21 YEARS OLD TO GAME DAY ATTEND The Colusa Parks and Community Services invites all area senior citizens to come participate in Senior Game Day. This event begins November 5th at 10am and will be held every Wednesday at City Hall. Enjoy the company of friends as you learn new games or increase your skills at old ones. Whist, Dominoes and Bunco, are a few of the favorites. Come have a cup of coffee and a laugh with friends. This activity is free to all seniors and will be held at City Hall, 425 Webster St. in Room 2. For more information call Sandy Cabral, Recreation Supervisor at 458-5622 ext.109. ----------------------------------------------WILLIAMS COMMUNITY CENTER ASSOCIATION ACTIVITIES
----------------------------------------------Burchfield Primary School Book Fair is coming! Scholastic Book Fair, “Lights! Camera! Book Fair!” visits Burchfield Primary School in Colusa. New, this spring, we will offer an “Early Bird” shopping day on Saturday, February 28th, from 10:00a.m.2:00p.m. Come before the fair “officially” opens to avoid the crowds and view and purchase some great selections! On Monday, March 2nd, the book fair will be open after school from 2:30-4:30. At 6:00 p.m. on Monday the Puppet Art Theatre will present the show “Tommy’s Space Adventure” in the cafeteria, free of charge for all. Following the performance, the book fair will be open until 8:00 p.m. The book fair will be open the following hours for the remainder of the week: Tuesday, March 3rd-Friday, March 6th, 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Support Burchfield’s library and visit the book fair! Call 4585853 for information.
Monday Night Bingo: Everyone is welcome! Early Bird Games begin at 6:30 p.m., followed by the regular games at 7:00 p.m. Every Monday night, 6:30 p.m., Veteran’s Hall, 9th & C Street. Think you’ll never win? One night in October, there was a record 8 winners on 1 game! ----------------------------------------------Afternoon at the Movies: city of colusa See a different movie each month FREE. t-ball sign ups Wednesday 1-4 p.m., Veteran’s Hall, 9th & C Street. (Bring a pillow – the seats are Colusa Parks & Community Services hard.) Department is taking sign ups for our 2009 Mighty Mite T-Ball Season. Girls -----------------------------------------------. & Boys born between 2002-2004 are SENIOR WALKING PROGRAM eligible to play. Registration cost is $25.00 for city residents and $33.00 for non-city City of Colusa Parks and Community residents. Wednesday, February 18th is the Service Department is offering a Senior last day to sign up. Coaches are needed. Walking Program. Enjoy the beautiful fall Forms are available at Colusa City Hall, colors as you exercise every Wednesday at 425 Webster Street, Colusa. For more 10 a.m., Meet at City Hall for a quick warm information contact Sandy Cabral @ 458up before heading out. A buddy program 5622 ext. 109. will provide safety for all ages and abilities. ----------------------------------------------This activity is free for all participants. Crisis Intervention We do ask that you provide your own Training Classes Offered water and leave pets at home. For more information call Sandy Cabral, Recreation A FREE 8-week course to assist parents in Supervisor at 458-5622 ext.109. learning how to improve communication skills with their children as well as provide -----------------------------------------------. lessons on how to deal with difficult Sacred Heart Sodality situations is being offered by the Colusa Annual Card Party County Department of Behavioral Health. The course will also teach parents Sacred Heart Sodality of Maxwell will the Do’s and Don’ts of communicating hold their annual card party on Saturday, during crisis. The English-speaking classes February 7, 2009 at the Maxwell Elementary will begin Wednesday Feb. 11 and run for School Multi Purpose Room. The event 8 consecutive Wednesdays. The Spanishwill begin at 11:30 with a delicious Salad speaking classes will begin on Tuesday, Bar Luncheon followed by competition Feb. 17 and run for 8 consecutive Tuesdays. in Whist, Bridge or Pinochle. High point The time of the classes will be determined winners will get a prize of their choice by the majority choice of the participants.
Time options are noon until 1 p.m. or 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. To assure a place in the class, register early by calling the Colusa County Behavioral Health’s main office at 458-0520. Class sizes will be limited to 10 participants per session. ----------------------------------------------Glenn-Colusa Cattlewomen and Cattlemen’s 18th annual “Holiday Topper” fundraiser
quilt made by Barbara Peterson will be raffled. There’s something for everyone - an Opportunity Table, a wonderful selection of homemade baked items prepared by the women of the church and a Fishing Booth for Kids. Tickets may be purchased at the door or from any member of the congregation. It is going to be a great evening enjoying the best chicken in town with family and friends. If you need tickets, please call the church office 476-2515.
----------------------------------------------Saturday, February 7, 2009 at the Colusa FAIR ANIMAL WEIGH IN DATES County Fairgrounds. Prime rib dinner, Beef Weigh-In dancing to the Jim Dunlap Band and over Sunday, February 8, 2009 50 chances to win cash. $3500 grand prize! 8:00 am - 11:00 am $100 per couple. For further information, Sheep, Swine, & Goat Weigh-In contact Kara Alvernaz (530) 473-2790. Monday, March 30, 2009 3:30p - 6:30p ----------------------------------------------Chicken/Ham Dinner
The congregation of the Arbuckle United Methodist Church invites the community to attend their annual Chicken/Ham Dinner to be held on Sunday, February 8, from 5 - 7 p.m. at the Arbuckle Fire Hall. Tickets for adults are $10.00, Children 4 yrs. - 12 yrs. $4.00 and those 3 and under are free. A beautiful
Rabbits, Chickens, and Breeding Stock Monday, May 4, 2009 3:30 p - 5:30-pm
----------------------------------------------our lady of lourdes parish gigantic rummage sale At St. Bernadette’s Hall, 745 Ware Ave., Colusa. Friday February 13th, Noon to 7PM, Saturday February 14th 8am to 3pm. All items priced to go. Benefit: St. Bernadette’s Hall.
Love Notes
10 February 6 - February 20, 2009
Pookie B You are the love of my life. Be my Valentine!
To My Only One.. U were The First, & U’ll Remain forever The only True Love That I Had ..
Love Hunny Bunny
Yours always, Ron
To: J I love you honey!! Happy Valentine's Day!!!! Love, K
To: AFM Thank you for being my best friend and the best husband and father a person could ever hope to have. I love you!! From: AMM
Andrea, you’re the love of my life and I thank God every day he brought us together. I am so proud of all that you do and am totally amazed at everything you accomplish. All of my love, forever and ever, Aaron
To Sugar You are always my Valentine I can’t wait for next month Love Babe
Y A D ’S th 4 1 Y R ENTINE L UA A V BR FE
February 6 - February 20, 2009 11
Arbuckle oddfellows reborn ...............................................................................................By Elizabeth Kalfsbeek
T
he resurrection of the Arbuckle Oddfellows, officially Spring Valley Lodge No. 316, began as more than a desire for a community fraternity fellowship. It was born out of curiosity for the derelict brick building in town and turned into a labor of love for the ongoing revitalization efforts of Downtown Arbuckle. “Here’s this big old eyesore in town that no one knew anything about,” said Mike Doherty, Oddfellows member. “We thought I00F 5th Street, was just an address, no one knew what it was.” Led by Clark Ornbaun, community members soon discovered that the “eyesore” was an abandoned Oddfellows building owned in a trust. After inquiring with the Grand Lodge of California Independent Order of Oddfellows, the group discovered that if there is a lodge in good standing, the building could be restored to an Oddfellows chapter. “In order to get control of the lodge, 17 of
us went to the Davis lodge and became Oddfellows members,” Doherty said. “At the same meeting, the Arbuckle lodge was reinstated.” In a time when many lodges are closing, and opening a new lodge in California is a rarity, 17 initial members is an impressive response, especially considering the average age of an Oddfellow is 60. “I don’t know if you could do that in many other communities,” Doherty said. “We have a lot of people who are involved in this area, and it wasn’t hard with Clark Ornbaun’s prompting to form another nonprofit to help the community.” Ornbaun held the Noble Grand title for 2005 and 2006, followed by Doherty in 2007 and 2008. Bill Cobb is the current Noble Grand of Oddfellows for the Arbuckle chapter. “Lodges like this --- Oddfellows, Masons, Elks, Shriners --- they were a big social part of the community,” said Doherty. “Going to a
dance or a feed at the lodge is what people did on Friday nights.” But people have a lot more on their plate today than before, Doherty noted. Single household families now have two breadwinners, for example. Parents work longer hours, are more involved with their children’s activities and simply have different priorities. Many lodges seem to be suffering in membership state-wide. “Not here,” said Doherty. “We stand in stark contrast to a lot of other lodges in a lot of other communities.” The Arbuckle Oddfellows currently have 44 members. The makeover of I00F 5th Street was quite an undertaking. Having been abandoned, save for an automotive shop on the side of the building, the structure and grounds were in severe disrepair. There was a decrepit wooden shop on the side, oil barrels out back, and a cemetery of old motors, plus an alley with abandoned cars and tree overgrowth, not to mention
the boarded-up windows. “It was nasty,” Doherty said. “The first summer we took down the wooden shop, cleaned the inside and hauled six loads of garbage out of the upstairs alone. The lodge members donated their personal time, equipment and money.” The building was still in pretty bad shape, so the Oddfellows obtained a loan from the Grand Lodge for repairs, improving the value of the building. The lodge, actually two buildings, now has a new roof, all new windows, improved electrical and plumbing, handicap access, gravel in the back, a new bathroom, repaired brickwork, new doors and a commercial kitchen. Now that the structural repairs are complete, aesthetic touches are in the works to restore the old grandeur of the Oddfellows headquarters. The group has put a lot of thought into the building’s renovations, with much care and attention to historical detail. “We’re upgrading the building, but keeping it historical, as well as keeping it true to the period and the style of the building,” Doherty said. Alsco-Geyer rents 2,000 square feet of space for storage in one building, and discussions are in the works for the Arbuckle Parks and Recreation Department to rent the remaining 4,000 square feet of space downstairs for offices and community programs and classes. The upstairs is the area traditionally used by Oddfellows members for meetings and socials. The group meets there monthly and shares a meal. “Personally, I think we’ve taken another eyesore in town and turned it into a positive by improving the building, providing rentable space for a business, as well as making the building a place for one, possibly two, nonprofits to work to help improve the community,” Doherty said. As a nonprofit, the Oddfellows hold events throughout the year to raise money for various groups. The proceeds from the annual haunted house, beer garden and rib feed benefit the Oddfellows Scholarship Fund for high school students planning to pursue a community serviceoriented college major. “Attendance and donations at our fundraisers have been outstanding,” Doherty said. “We’ve had tremendous support, kind words and pats on the back. It’s nice to be appreciated. You couldn’t do any of this without the community’s support.” The Oddfellows hold an annual golf tournament in the summer, also benefiting the scholarship fund, as well as some building repairs. The group has taken over the Lions Club annual pancake breakfast on the opening of pheasant season and most recently the Arbuckle Revitalization Committee’s annual crab feed. “The ARC handed over the reins to their annual crab feed and asked the Oddfellows if they wanted to take over the running and sponsorship of the event,” Doherty said. “Gratefully we said yes. The ARC is busy with three other annual events.” The crab feed will be held Saturday, February 14 at the Arbuckle Golf Course, and proceeds will benefit the Pierce School District transportation fund for field trips. It’s an all-you-can-eat crab and shrimp feed with a band. There are a lot of groups working to revitalize and improve Arbuckle,” Doherty said. “They care and they’re proud. This is our home.”
12 February 6 - February 20, 2009
Classifieds FIND AN AD In today’s market place you need a reliable resource to find jobs, employees, information and potential buyers. Every issue of the Williams Pioneer Review is Online; your ad can be found there too!
FOR SALE GET YOUR ITEMS SOLD! List your for FOR SALE items with the Williams Pioneer Review starting at just $12 per issue. Call (530) 458-2675 for more information. Dining set: 3 piece and a peak table with 3 leaves buffet and china cabinet $300. Also Sheffield china service for 8 $50. (530) 4733782.
EMPLOYMENT HELP WANTED Truck Driver, TOP Pay. Send Information To: PO Box 91, Williams CA, 95987 ----------------------------------------FREELANCE WRITERS WANTED 3-4 stories per month. send resumes to: WPR 317 Fifth Street, Colusa CA.
INFORMATION Show support for our veterans! Sponsor and American Flag to be flown in the Williams Downtown or in front of your business. Donations of $25.00 buys the flag and pole and we will see that they are flown
PLACE AN AD
Call (530) 458-2675 Monday through Friday. 9:30AM to 5:00PM. and allow one of our friendly and helpful staff members help you place your ad or download the classified form from our website williamspioneerreview.com
on holidays honoring our veterans. Contact citizens for a Better Williams at 520-0096 or send your tax deductable donation to: PO Box 703, Williams, CA 95987
WORK WANTED Work Wanted: House Cleaning, yard work, general help. Call Nathan at: 760.250.7994
NOW ONLINE Creative Looks: Why drive far away when we have it all? Gourmet Cookware, Gourmet Foods, Home Decor, Women’s Clothing, Jewelry, Salon & much more! Visit us Online at: creativelooksmax well. com Don’t miss our Overstock Clearance Select Christmas Items up to 75% OFF! 385 Oak Street, Maxwell ----------------------------------------WILLIAMS ALUMNI INTERACTIVE WEBSITE PRIVATE & FREE Make new contact with old classmates and browse the site for class pictures and candid pictures from 1912 to about 1970. New reunion and candid pictures posted continuously. Sponsored by a Williams gal! Email: sundee@sbcglobal.net
WHEN TO CALL
We publish twice a month. Below are the deadlines for our next four issues. PUBLICATION DUE Feb. 20.........................Feb. 13 Mar. 6...........................Feb. 27 Mar. 20........................Mar. 13 Apr. 3...........................Mar. 27 ALL CLASSIFIEDS DUE BEFORE NOON ON THE ABOVE DATES.
NEED TO SELL YOUR CAR OR TRUCK? LIST YOUR VEHICLE IN THE WILLIAMS PIONEER CLASSIFIEDS . CALL (530) 458-2675
HOMES FOR RENT Newer unfurnished 3bd./2ba home 3 Car Garage. Nice back yard. Available now! $1250/mo. Call (530) 304-7566
LOST & FOUND Free Work Wanted & Lost Ads
SERVICES Lloyd’s Print & Copy Center Colusa County’s Choice for all their website and advertising design needs. Custom business cards, full service copies at self serve prices, web design & hosting, custom mailings, invitations, photo cards and much more. Call 458-2674 or stop by our office located at: 317 Fifth Street in Colusa, for more information. lloydsprintandcopy.com -----------------------------------------
Hey, Batter, Batter... ...................................................Continued The charter is what gives the teams the right to wear the official uniforms and the Little League patch, among other legalities. The need for new donors and sponsorships was also discussed. Last year, the Williams Little League replaced all of its old wooden signs around the ball field with brand new vinyl ones, which greatly improved the appearance of the park. This practice will continue with all new sponsors. The last order of business was determining the date, time and location of Little League signups: Williams Elementary School Cafeteria; Monday, February 2nd, 6 to 8 PM; Monday, February 16th, 6 to 8 PM. The next Williams Little League meeting was scheduled for February 2 at 5:30 PM at the cafeteria, right before the first evening of signups. Parents, coaches and volunteers are encouraged to attend. Besides the coach, each team needs a “team mom,” or “team parent.”
This volunteer should help out with snack bar schedules, team snacks after games and anything else to help the season run smoothly. As the meeting wound down, President Natalie Povlson took a moment to speak about the upcoming season. “Little League and Junior League are a wonderful opportunity for children to learn the value of sportsmanship and teamwork. Although we have great people as our coaches, parent involvement is really important, especially for the younger players. With support from the community and parents, Williams will have another wonderful year of baseball!” If you are interested in being a sponsor for a team or would like to make a donation, please contact Natalie at (530)473-2373. Those interested in being a coach or a volunteer, please contact her, as well. Your support and enthusiasm will be greatly appreciated!
PRICING
For $12, we will run your three line ad for one issue. Each issue has a shelf life of 2 weeks. Get more for your money! Add Bold for $2.00 or a box for $5.00. All Classified ads must be prepaid. We accept, Cash, Check, Visa, Master, and Discover Card.
SELLING A CAR?
List your Car, Truck, SUV, Van, Semi, Boat, or Agricultural Equipment for $25; Includes a B&W Photo., and 3 lines of text. Additional lines $2.00. Call (530) 458-2675 for details.
day to sign up. Coaches are needed.Forms are available at Colusa City Hall, 425 Webster Street, Colusa. For more information contact Sandy Cabral @ 458-5622 ext. 109.
Visit Maxwell General and find a special valentine for your sweetheart. Maxwell General is your hometown general store. Jams, Jellies, Sauces, Baking Mixes, Wooden Toys, Puzzles, Games,Jewelry, Greeting Cards, Gifts and Unique Items For Your Home. 24 Oak Streeet, Maxwell (530) 438-2455 www. maxwellgeneral.com
AUTOS 1983 F150 pickup with utility box. $500 AS IS. Contact MPUD Office (530) 438-2505.
EDUCATION Grade School-Adult tutoring Basic math skills. Add, subtract, multiply, divide. Whole numbers, fractions, decimals & more. $5 per half hour, weekly. Call for class dates. 530.476.3599, leave message.
Submit your organizations event today! Please send notice in at least 3 weeks in advance of your event date. Nonprofits only please!
send to:
PUBLIC NOTICES CITY OF COLUSA T-BALL SIGNUPS: Colusa Parks & Community Services Department is taking sign ups for our 2009 Mighty Mite T-Ball Season. Girls & Boys born between 2002-2004 are eligible to play. Registration cost is $25.00 for city residents and $33.00 for non-city residents. Wednesday, February 18th is the last
317 5th Street Colusa, CA 95932 530-383-4861 or email to: submissions@ williamspioneerreview.com
Dear Editor, I would like to thank you for a wonderful newspaper, I also appreciate the articles in Spanish for the non English speaking readers. I recently attended an open house for El Campesino / H & R Block, it was a great turnout. I would like to thank Monica Ordaz, Miguel, and Beatrice Ordaz for bringing their business to Williams. My daughter returned from Iraq and needed to file her taxes and so she took them to Monica and of course being the beautiful person that Monica is she took time out of her busy schedule to file them for my daughter and because my daughter had just returned from Iraq did not charge her for filing. Thank you to Monica, Miguel, and Beatrice for all that they do for the community. Gloria Estrada, Williams CA
February 6 - February 20, 2009 13
volunteering for job success ........................By Elizabeth Kalfsbeek
A
mericans are facing a new year, a new president and a high unemployment rate. So, for job seekers, why not try a new approach to build resume skills and increase chances of finding work? Volunteer. “Volunteering shows you have initiative and a drive to work,” says Diana Williams, Interim Director of the Yolo County Department of Employment and Social Services. “It demonstrates a definite interest in the (chosen) field and keeps skills current.” Perhaps more importantly, being out in the work force, whether paid or unpaid, provides a positive outlet so that the job seeker maintains a more optimistic attitude, Williams notes. Volunteering provides structure, a purpose and a place to go, which is extremely valuable to a person who may feel down by being out of work. “Volunteering can assist social skills through building self-esteem and creating a positive outlook for what a person can offer an employer and the community,” Williams says. “(Job seekers) can learn how to work with others and build relationships which may, in turn, get them hired.” For people interested in animals or veterinary science, there are ample volunteer opportunities in local animal
shelters, nonprofit organizations and even the Sacramento Zoo. Rotts of Friends Animal Rescue in Woodland, for example, welcomes volunteers to walk, play or even train dogs. Those interested in nursing or elderly care are welcomed by assisted-care facilities to interact and keep company with residents. Job seekers looking to enhance culinary skills can offer to prepare meals at homeless shelters. Child-care job seekers can offer to assist in after-school programs, tutoring or at Shriners Hospital for Children in Sacramento. History buffs and those interested in public relations can volunteer on the 2009 Stroll Through History Committee by contacting Stroll president Reva Barzo at 867-5800 or rbarzo@hmh.com. For volunteer opportunities within Yolo County Departments, call Yolo County Human Resources at 666-8055. “As people develop a reputation in the industry or community of being a hard worker, or good at their job, others may hear the name and think of that person when a position becomes available,” Williams says. “It is important to have a positive ‘personal brand’ that is viewed well by those with whom you have worked and by those you currently work with, so that
potential employers hear good things about you. Employers will then have a positive perception of the job seeker before they even meet.” Whatever the job interest, with a little investigation job seekers can secure a volunteer position, getting to know more people in their chosen field and increasing their “network.” If the volunteer work is in a new job field, a job seekers will gain firsthand knowledge if the career is really something they wish to pursue. “Upto-date experience, whether paid or unpaid, is experience that can be used to improve applications, resumes and interviews,” William says. “It keeps the individual out in the workforce and in the pattern of going to a work site on a set schedule.” Besides volunteering, Williams suggested more ways to help secure a job: take English as a Second Language classes if necessary; build talents by finishing or improving education. Get a certification in a chosen field or learn something totally new. “Work on yourself, stay motivated and make your appearance the best it can be when out looking for work,” says Williams. “Read motivating books, keep your skills sharp and don’t quit.”
Senate Felowship Application ................................Special to the WPR Senate Fellowship Application Packets Whether your career goals are in the and participate in all phases of the public or private sector, the Senate legislative experience. Responsibilities Now Available at Aanestad Office
A
pplications for the 2009-2010 California Senate Fellows program are now available in the office of Senator Sam Aanestad (R-Grass Valley). The fellowship program offers college graduates an opportunity to serve as full-time Senate staff members at the State Capitol in Sacramento for eleven months beginning in October, 2009. The packets are available in Senator Aanestad’s Capitol Office, his District Office in Grass Valley and can also be accessed online. “I would highly encourage all college students in Northern California to consider this rewarding opportunity,” said Senator Aanestad. “If you have a strong desire to serve and better your local community, this highly competitive program is for you.
Fellows program provides valuable onthe-job training.” Senate Fellows are offered a stipend of $1,972 per month plus earn generous health, vision and dental benefits. They also earn 12-units of graduate credit from California State University, Sacramento for the academic portion of the program. Anyone who will be at least 20-years of age and a graduate of a four-year college or university by September, 1, 2009, is eligible to apply. There is no preferred major and candidates who hold or are pursuing advanced degrees are encouraged to apply. Eighteen 2009-2010 California Senate Fellows will be selected to serve as full-time Senate staff for eleven months beginning in October, 2009. Senate Fellows are assigned to personal or committee staff of a Senator
Colusa County Economic Development Corporation Building a Strong Local Economy
Lynda Reynolds, Chairperson 2963 Davison Court Colusa, CA 95932 Phone: 530.458.3028 Fax: 530.458.8180 lyndareynolds@colusacountyedc.com www.colusacountyedc.com
include helping develop legislative proposals, researching and analyzing bills, responding to constituent inquiries and writing press releases and speeches. Applications may be obtained at Senator Aanestad’s District Office, located at 200 Providence Mine, #108 in Nevada City. Applications are also available in Senator Aanestad’s Capitol Office, which is located in Room 3053 of the State Capitol. Applications and brochures are also available online: Senate Fellows Program: www.csus.edu/calst/senate Assembly Fellowship Program: www.csus.edu/calst/assembly Executive Fellowship Program: www.csus.edu/calst/executive Judicial Administration Program: www.csus.edu/calst/judicial/index.html
The deadline for submitting applications is February 25, 2009.
VIEW OUR WEBSITE www.WilliamsPioneerReview.com
Advice for job seekers during any slow economic climate from Diana Williams, Interim Director of DESS:
1
. Stay motivated, stay positive and keep busy. Reach out to everyone you know. Send resumes to relatives and friends who may have a lead. . Be persistent, be precise and be accurate with applications, cover letters and resumes. Focus job-search materials on each and every job you apply for rather than use the same cover letter, resume. Use the language of the employer, and make sure to put the skills they are looking for on the job application materials. . Be willing to take an entry level or lower position than you may have been in the past to get your foot in the door. . Network: talk to people at the supermarket, on the bus, at church, old co-workers who may or may not be working, etc. Let people know your skills and experience. . If you have people in your life who are negative, try to find others who are not negative and are more optimistic. A more positive attitude can be contagious. . It is a numbers game, so apply for each and every job you are interested in. Do not rule yourself out. . Have a daily structure. Read motivational books (library is free). Maintain your appearance. Develop a good support system. Keep up on trends in your industry. . Return to school to learn a new skill or build on the skills and training you may already have so that when the economy does improve you are ready. . If you have any history of substance abuse or other concerns, continue or start to attend meetings or support groups in your community.
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
14 February 6 - February 20, 2009
El WPR En Español PROVISION DE CALOR PARA LAS PERSONAS SIN Williams Family Action HOGAR Center Algunos ciudadanos del condado Colusa que estaban refugiándose de tener cocina comercial, y un ACTIVIDADES RECIENTES LA ACADEMIA DE NIÑOS: Martes y Jueves de 8:45 a 10:45 a. m. - Martes y Jueves de 12:00 a 1:30 p.m. CLASES DE ESL(Ingles como segundo idioma): Martes y Jueves de 1:30 a 4:30 p.m. CLASES de GED (Diploma de Educación General): Martes y Jueves de 6:00 a 9:00 p. m. CLASES DE COMPUTADORAS: Lunes y Miércoles de 1:00-2:00 p.m. Llame para verificar si hay lugar. CLASE PARA LOS PADRES DE CRIANZA DE LOS HIJOS: Los Miércoles de 8:30 a 10:30 a.m. Lunes de 6:00 a 7:00 p.m. Ofrecemos ayuda para completar las aplicaciones como: Medi-Cal, Healthy Familias, y Healthy Kids. De Lunes a Viernes de 8:30 a.m. a 4:30 p.m. Tenemos donaciones de ropa o cambio de ropa: De Lunes a Viernes 8:30 a.m. a 4:30 p.m. Computadoras con acceso al Internet: Por favor llame para tiempo disponible De Lunes a Viernes después de escuela hasta las 4:30 p.m. Ofrecemos ayuda/juegos par los niños del CLUB DE TAREA.
de Colusa han formado una organización sin fines de lucro que se hace llamar “ A Hand Up”, esto para asistir a las personas sin hogar en el condado de Colusa, proveyendo con refugio y comida, bolsas para dormir, cupones para comprar en tiendas y restaurantes de comida rápida han sido distribuidos. Los miembros de esta organización, notaron un número de personas en el condado de
equipo certificado de personas, en la preparación de alimentos. Para mas información o para unirse a este grupo, el cual se reúne mensualmente en una área de la iglesia, puedes contactarte con Robin Rauch al {530}4584484 o con John Vafis al {530} 4584243.
EL DEPARTAMENTO DE LA PROTECCION CONTRA INCENDIOS DE LA CIUDAD DE WILLIAMS FUE PREMIADA CON UNA BUENA CANTIDAD PARA LA COMPRA DE EQUIPO Y COSAS DE UTILIDAD A ESTE DEPARTAMENTO El dia dos de Enero el U. S. departamento de seguridad nacional, anuncio el regalo para el departamento regional que se dedica a el control y prevención de incendios para la compra de equipos para la comunicación el cual consistió en la cantidad de $ 185,144 esto fue para el [WFPA]. El mes de Marzo del ano pasado el WFPA aplico para esta ayuda en nombre de seis departamentos del condado de
Clases Gratis de GED
....................................................................................................Special to the WPR
E
en las partes cerca del río, detrás de edificios y garajes durmiendo sin protección adecuada al frío. “A Hand Up” fue formada para proveer al menos algo de confort a estas personas sin hogar. La esperanza de este grupo es eventualmente proveer algo como alguna clase de lugar donde se pueda comer comida caliente, y tener refugio de las inclemencias del tiempo. El reto es encontrar el lugar adecuado, lo cual debe
l Centro Familiar de Williams ofrece clases gratis de GED en una entrada abierta / base de salida abierta. Los Martes y Jueves en la tarde de 6:00 a 9:00. Estas clases están abiertas a alguien con la edad de 16 o mas, y que no este actualmente matriculados en la escuela. Las clases son proporcionadas tanto en inglés como en español. Por favor si esta interesado pida más información: 473-5400.
Colusa. El de Arbuckle-College City City, distrito de incendios, departamento de incendios de Colusa , protección de incendios de Maxwell, protección de incendios de Princeton, así como el de protección de incendios de la ciudad de Williams. El regalo proveerá de la compra de 31 nuevos radios, 114 pager y 78 radios de mano, que seran de FCC narrow-banding. Cada departamento será proveído con el 10 porciento equitativamente para cada distrito. La comunicación es una de las más altas prioridades en el servicio de atención a los incendios con la mayor
velocidad y eficacia posible. Teniendo pager [localizadores] que apropiadamente alerten a los bomberos en caso de emergencias, y teniendo una buena comunicación esto es uno de los factores de mayor importancia para la respuesta inmediata y rápida en el caso de incendios. El Fire Act Grants, han tenido un gran impacto en el condado de Colusa en los últimos anos dándole la capacidad a varios departamentos, para hacer la compra de aparatos para la seguridad en los equipos de los camiones de bomberos.
IGLESIA CATOLICA DE LA ANUNCIASION
The Williams Pioneer Review es una publicación positive familiar y amigable, Por favor comparte tus fotos, tus recetas, y comentarios siempre y cuando sean positives nosotros los publicaremos. Manda tu correo electrónico a: submissions@williamspioneerreview.com O si prefieres nada tu correspondencia a:
627 CALLE 8TH WILLIAMS CLUB DE AMISTAD CADA TERCER DOMINGO DEL MES DESPUES DE LA MISA DE LAS 8:00 a.m. ACOMPANANOS HAY BEVIDAD SALUDABLES Y BUENA CONVERSASION. CLUB SOCIAL DE LA IGLESIA SE REUNEN CADA PRIMER JUEVES DE CADA MES A LAS 7:00 p.m. EL LUGAR: EL SALON DE EVENTOS DE LA IGLESIA POR FAVOR VEN A ACOMPANARNOS, CONOCER NUEVOS AMIGOS, Y PARA ASISTIR Y SERVIR A NUESTRA COMUNIDAD.
Williams Pioneer Review 317 Fifth Street Colusa, CA 95932 Los Anuncios Clasificados comienzan a 12 dólares por las primeras 3 líneas. Anuncia tu negocio con nosotros “Williams Pioneer Review.”
February 6 - February 20, 2009 15
El WPR En Español GINGIVITIS...............................................................................................................................................Special to WPR Que es? La gente que tiene gingivitis, padece de inflamación en la encia alrededor de sus dientes, causada por bacterias encontradas en la placa dental, normalmente encías saludables, tienen que ser firmes y bien adheridas a los dientes y al hueso debajo de la encia, estas encías deben de tener color rosa saludable en personas de piel clara, color medio grisáceo en personas de piel mas oscura, si tu tuvieras gingivitis uno de los síntomas es tener las encías inflamadas y rojas. Y estas sangrarían con mucha facilidad y también estarían blanditas. La gingivitis mediana, causa poco dolor, si dejas esto sin revisión esto puede volverse severo, esto en algunas personas provoca que la gingivitis en progreso ocasione periodontitis, lo que lleva a la perdida de los dientes. La gingivitis es causada por la placa, esto es la pegajosa substancia que se va acumulando en los dientes, especialmente entre los espacios de estos y en sus alrededores, también en los rellenos rotos, esta bacteria produce substancias que pueden dañar las encías, si la
placa no es removida, esta se hará dura y se convertirá en algo que se le llama calculo, comúnmente llamado sarro, este sarro irrita las encías y provee de mayor espacio para que la bacteria crezca. La enfermedad de las encías y en general la gingivitis son muy comunes, casi tres de cada cuatro adultos en la edad mayor a los 35 anos de edad tiene alguna forma de enfermedad de las encías, la gente con un diabetes poco controlado y mujeres embarazadas están en especial riesgo, la gente que toma anticonceptivos orales y esteroides sintéticos, aumentan el riesgo de gingivitis, ciertas medicinas preescritas, incluyendo ciclosporina{Neoral, Sandimmune} y algunas otras que contiene bloqueadores en la absorción de calcio, pueden ocasionar el crecimiento de la encia y la inflamación de esta. Los síntomas son: Se notaran las encías inflamadas y que sangran con facilidad. El diagnostico: Tu dentista al examinarte y al hacer pruebas a tus encías, y al preguntarte si sangran con facilidad cuando te limpias los dientes con el hilo dental,
OPINION.........................................By: Luz Altamirano
Hoy compartiremos una receta de belleza que sirve para hacer los poros de nuestra piel en la cara más chicos y limpiar
las manchas que aparecen en nuestra cara por los anos, esta receta se usa diariamente en loa mañana y tiene uno que ser constante: Mezclar avena en hojuelas con poquita azúcar y a esto agregarle el jugo de un limón, se mezcla todo perfectamente y con esto nos tallamos la cara como lijándola, esto diariamente en las mañanas y cuando termine enjuagar con agua fría, aplicas tu crema para la cara que usas durante el dia, y a ser paciente y esperar los resultados
tu dentista buscara para confirmar si tienes sarro alrededor y en la base de tus dientes. Ten la seguridad de decirle a tu dentista si estas tomando medicamentos, hay algunos casos que estos medicamentos contribuyen a la gingivitis. Tiempo de duración: La gingivitis puede desaparecer dentro de varios días con la buena higiene bucal. Si la higiene bucal es muy poca, la gingivitis persistirá y conducirá a una periodontotis, lo cual desencadenara una perdida de tejido alrededor de los dientes. Prevención: Cepilla tus dientes con regularidad, preferentemente en la mañana y antes de acostarte, límpialos con el hilo dental al menos una vez al dia, usa un cepillo suave y asegúrate de cepillar la base de los dientes, mantén la limpieza profesional de tus dientes con un dentista cada seis meses o al menos una vez al ano para prevenir que la placa se convierta en sarro y para prevenir la formación de este. Tratamiento: Gingivitis puede ser curado si remueves la bacteria de tus
dientes cada dia, en cualquier oficina dental te pueden hacer una buena limpieza dental lo cual incluye la removicion del sarro que se forma en alrededor de los dientes y en la base de los mismos, tu dentista puede instruirte en como usar de mejor modo tu cepillo e hilo dental para una mejor limpieza bucal, controla condiciones medicas como la diabetes esto hace mas fácil el tratamiento a la gingivitis. Si la gingivitis avanza a periodontitis esto requerirá tratamiento adicional. Cuando hay que llamar a un profesional: Si tus encías se sienten blandas y sangran fácilmente cuando cepillas los dientes. Pronostico: El pronostico a la cura de esta enfermedad es excelente, una vez teniendo buena higiene dental, los síntomas desaparecerán en una semana. Tom Gibson ha sido dentista para toda la familia en Colusa por 16 anos consecutivos. El puede ser localizado através de su sitio en la Internet tomgibsondds.com
16 February 6 - February 20, 2009
at Meet Our New Management Team Jim Ervin General Manager
Dave Hardy Casino Operations Director
Resides in Sacramento, has 18 years of gaming experience. Worked in New Mexico, Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, Mississippi, Louisiana and California. Worked as a General Manager, Director of Operations, Director of Slot and Director of Table Games.
Resides in Colusa, has over 36 years of experience in casino operations. Worked in Las Vegas, Riverboats in Mississippi, Illinois, Colorado, Atlantis Casino in Nassau, Bahamas, West Virginia, New Mexico and California.
Bonnie Pullen Chief Financial Officer
Victor Fernandez Director of Finance
Resides in Live Oak, holds a Masters Degree in International Finance and a BA in Business Administration and Accounting. 12 years experience working with Native America, 6 1/2 years at Colusa Indian Community Council.
Native of Argentina, resides in Chico with his wife. Over 10 years in Finance and business investment. Worked in Vegas, Colusa, Arizona and back to Colusa Casino Resort.
Don Kennedy Director of Marketing
Glen Blackwell C.E.C. Hospitality Director
Resides in Yuba City – 24 years of Casino Marketing – 15 years in the news media. Worked for casinos in Reno, Lake Tahoe, Las Vegas, NW Indiana, New Mexico, New Orleans, Oregon and California and in Radio, TV & Print media in Nevada.
Resides in Yuba City- 32 years of hospitality experience: Inn at Spanish Head; Executive Sous Chef Lincoln City, Oregon; Michel Book Country Club Executive Chef, McMinnville, Oregon; Spirit Mountain Casino Exec. Chef; Food & Beverage Manager Grand Ronde, Oregon.
Patrick Streight Director of Human Resources
Vital Aza MIS Director
Resident of Dobbins for 31 years. Previously employed in the San Francisco Bay area. Casinos in Butte, Tehama, and Del Norte counties. 10 years of HR experience in tribal settings.
Left his native Spain to attend school in the U.S., earning bachelors and masters degrees in Computer Science and currently lives in Chico. He has over seven years experience in the gaming IT.
John Fossett Security Director
Michael Wilkerson Director of Table Games
28 year resident of Chico. 7 years of Casino Security, all with Colusa Casino Resort. 29 years of Law Enforcement experience10 years with LAPD and 19 with Chico PD.
Resides in Browns Valley with his wife and daughter. Extensive experience in casinos at Tahoe and Las Vegas serve him well at Colusa Casino Resort.
James “Booner” Nall Director of Facilities Resides in Colusa with his family. Started in 1990 in the Casino’s Maintenance Department. Currently the Director of Facilities at CICC which includes; Water Treatment Plant, Waste Treatment Plant, Cogeneration Plant, oversight of the Casino Facilities projects and Public Works on the Tribal properties.
Phil Murillo Facilities Manager Life time resident of Colusa County. Helped build the original structure in 1986, has been a full-time employee in maintenance since 1991.
Matthew R Wilson Club Bingo Manager
Raul Gonzales Slot Manager
Resides in Colusa –15 years experience as an Operations Manager in resorts. Supervisor of the Wintun Dinner House at Colusa Casino Resort, promoted to Bingo Manager in April 2008.
15 years of service at Colusa Casino; Security Supervisor, Drop Team Manager, Hospitality Manager, Operations Manager, MOD Manager and Executive Slot Department Manager.
Our 530 Team Members Guarantee It. Congratulations to our latest 20 year, 10 year and 5 year service award winners!
We’re Easy to find! • On Hwy. 45, Just 3 miles North of Colusa • 530-458-8844 • www.colusacasino.com