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Volume 3 • Issue 20

Williams high school celebrates special homecoming

Coming Events

September 21

Library Literacy Open House

September 22

California Women for Agriculture Monthly Meeting

September 24

Colusa Civil War Days

October 1

Williams High School Football Field Dedication Ceremony

October 4

Burchfield Fall Book Fair Begins

October 9

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Homecoming: Generally known for the alumni coming back to their alma mater to see a great game of ball. This one however, will be different. This year, the Williams Unified School District will commemorate a man, whom many describe as a hometown inspirational figure by dedicating the Williams High School football field to Dr. Charles E. McCarl. On October 1st, the homecoming game for the Yellow Jacket’s football season, the field will be named ‘McCarl Field.’ The evening ceremony begins with Dr. McCarl receiving a plaque for his contributions to the youth of Williams and the Williams High School athletic teams. Dr. McCarl will be joined by his wife Suzanne, family, district staff, and dozens of football players, city council members and many members of the general public during this very special occasion. Dr. McCarl started as the Williams Yellow Jacket team physician at the old high school football field in 1952 where he walked the sidelines at home games and at games played at the Colusa Fairgrounds. McCarl is still walking the sidelines today at the age of 88. It must have been fate calling Dr. McCarl to Williams, when in 1949 he moved his family to our small town for what they thought was going to be a “short time”. The

country garden restaurant says “thank you for 29 great years!”

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current doctor, Dr. Stanley, had to take personal leave. Little did McCarl know that Dr. Stanley was to never return. McCarl became involved in the community where he has been on the Medical staff at Colusa Memorial Hospital since 1949 and is currently on the courtesy staff at the Colusa Regional Medical Center. He then became an active member of the Williams community and served eight years on the Williams Unified School District Board of Trustees. In continuation of his support Dr. McCarl has been the Williams High School Athletic Team(s) doctor for the past 58 years. “He is genuinely interested in each and every student - both boys and girls. He doesn’t just check their blood pressure and other requirements; he discusses their support, place on the team and how well they will do. He interacts with them on all levels.” said Council Member Pat Ash. Dr. McCarl offered free physicals for Williams and Maxwell High School students up until recently where he has had to charge a small $10 fee. In continuation with his support of our local youth, Dr. McCarl has been providing medical care for the boys at Fouts Springs Boys facility in Stonyford on a monthly basis for over 25 years. Continued on page 2

Karen Su pictured with her abucus and daughter Celia Su. Karen has used the sam abucus since she was in grade school. (Staff Photo)

One of Williams’ famous restaurants is closing its doors on September 26th after operating for nearly 29 years. The popular Country Garden Restaurant opened October 1, 1981 after owners, Karen and Louis Su located to Williams because of its small town charm. “We wanted a place to raise our two children” said Karen Su during our exclusive interview. The notice of the long time favorite restaurant came as

a shock to many locals, and diehard customers. “It’s Bitter Sweet”, said Su. Having pondered on slowly closing the restaurant in the past, she focused that the main reason for the stores closure is because of the recent change in terms with the rental agreement. “We are going to miss our customers.” “We are grateful to the community in supporting us over the past 29 years” said Su, “We priced our items affordable so that everyone could eat”. This included the ever so popular combination plate that could feed a family of four for fewer than seven dollars. “Most of all we enjoyed getting to know everyone on a regular basis and seeing the generations come through the door. I sent them as kids and now they are coming in with their own children.” After the restaurant closes, the Su’s plan on continuing to reside in Williams and tackle projects around their home that have been placed on hold throughout the years while spending more time with their grandchild and traveling. It will be a sad day for Williams when the Country Garden Restaurant locks its doors for the last time. However, patrons of the restaurant will be left with memories of Bubble Gum and Lolly Pops for the Children, and Karen Su adding up the customers tab with her Abucus. “We would like to thank Colusa County for the past 29 years”

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beyond the county level tend to be more well rounded and confident, Throughout the summer, parents which looks good to a scholarship stop me on the street and ask, “ selection committee. I encourage When should I start to think about families to find out what kinds of scholarship support for my child’s clubs, organizations and activities are offered at their local higher education?” As high school and in their a parent, educator, community. Specifically, scholarship “hunter” and ask which groups workshop presenter, let provide opportunities for me share some insights. students to participate But first, let’s backtrack or compete BEYOND and cover a few basics. the local level. After Scholarship committees all, scholarships are a are typically looking for competitive process, so well rounded students the students who have that are worth investing in (students who will Donna Green participated in events at the sectional, regional, complete their goals and state or national level use the money wisely). Hopefully, parents are also actively encouraging are more likely to be chosen for their children to be well rounded financial support. Then, find out if individuals. High school students there are any course requirements who have participated in clubs or to participate in these clubs. (For organizations that offer experiences instance, students must be enrolled in

an Agriculture class in order to be an FFA member.) Use this information to help your student select classes that open the door to opportunities BEYOND the high school. Since participating and competing in state and national events is usually a privilege EARNED in these organizations, students who begin to establish themselves as contributing, responsible club members as freshmen are in a position later on to take advantage of these out of town opportunities… ( Just to clarify, unless a student is state champion material, don’t count on paying for college with a sports scholarship. These are few and far between, although they DO exist!) Next, very few students in 9th grade know exactly what career or job they want (or will have) so use the four years of high school to try out a variety of experiences-

--run for an office, join several clubs, volunteer on committees, develop leadership skills or start a community service project. As a family – keep your eye on the goal. The goal is NOT a scholarship---the goal is to develop a well rounded, confident young adult who can set goals and complete them! Donna Green is an educator, parent and Scholarship Workshop Presenter. She will host a November Scholarship Workshop in Colusa County. ( Details are still being finalized) Scholarship Workshop information will be published in this paper… So stay tuned!!!

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McCarl field dedication In 1965, Dr. McCarl was instrumental in the planning, developing and building of the Valley West Convalescent hospital and still takes great pride in the facility and its ongoing services to the community. Dr. McCarl also has given many local students who attended the nursing program at Western Career College in Sacramento the opportunity to intern under his mentorship throughout the years. Today, Dr. McCarl currently practices with no intention of retiring, located in the Williams Medical and Dental building on ‘E’ street. He is currently the

Medical Director for the Williams and Arbuckle Clinics operating under the Colusa Regional Medical Center. McCarl’s list of achievements and contributions to the Community and to our youth is endless; including a member of the Kiwanis and an honorary member of the Williams Fire Department. Please join the Williams Unified School District on Friday, October 1, 2010 at 5:45 p.m. as they announce the dedication of McCarl Field in honor of Dr. Charles E. McCarl for his 58 years of service to the youth of Williams High School. Homecoming Kickoff will begin at 7:00 p.m.

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Library literacy open house The Colusa County Library Literacy program will be holding an Open House at the Williams library on Tuesday September 21st from 11 am until 2 pm, and at the Stonyford library on Wednesday, September 22, from 3-6 pm in celebration of National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week. Come and see what we have to offer and how you can help others with just a few hours each week. Learn about our volunteer opportunities and how to get help with reading and writing. Thirty three percent of county residents are illiterate. This means they cannot read this newspaper article, prescription information, or a note sent home by their child’s teacher. They may not be able to write a check. Research has shown that when parents are more educated and able to read and write, the children will be more successful in school and beyond. Illiteracy and poverty often go together. They are also repeated from generation to generation. You can step in to help. You can help increase the literacy and education levels of the adults in Colusa County. Become a volunteer tutor in the library’s literacy program. You can make a difference! Volunteer Opportunities: Become a literacy tutor/coach for 2 hours per week (no experience necessary-we train you). Serve on the Literacy Council (supports all library literacy programs and projects). Assist with record-keeping, event set-up, celebrations and tutor training sessions. Read to children at Storytime (sometimes assist with crafts) Literacy Learning Opportunities: For help with reading come to the open house and find out more about private tutoring, or call 458-0373 for more information. It’s free and confidential. Literacy Open House Hours: Stonyford Library: Wednesday, September 22 - 10:30 am - Noon. Williams Library: Tuesday, September 21 - 11:00 am - 2:00 pm.

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colusa to host civil war days During Civil War Days, September 24th-26th, Re-Enactors of the American Civil War (RACW) will present a thrilling vignette of life as it was approximately 150 years ago, during this most turbulent period in our history. Union, Confederate and civilian camps will be set up at the Colusa County Fairgrounds and the participants will live as their forefathers did for the duration of this “living history” event. Re-enactors will engage in daily chores, military drills and demonstrations, with mock battles scheduled for Saturday and Sunday. The City of Colusa Heritage Preservation Committee (HPC) is working closely with the ReEnactors (RACW) to present this exciting "living history" experience for the first time in Colusa County.

Friday, September 24th, is dedicated to educational presentations for student groups from Colusa County and the surrounding area. The HPC has encouraged educators thoughout the county to involve 5th, 8th and 11th grade students, when the Civil War is featured in the History curriculum. The HPC is soliciting donations from local individuals, organizations and businesses, hoping to raise enough money to cover the $3/student admission fee for Colusa County students. Donations are taxdeductible. Checks should be made out to "RACW" and delivered to: City of Colusa HPC, 425 Webster St., Colusa, CA 95932. Over 700 Colusa County students are expected to participate in this event, with another 125 coming from

Burchfield Primary School will be presenting their fall book fair, “Here’s to Heroes! Reading Saves the Day!” running October 4th-8th. On Monday, October, 4th the book fair will open after school until 4:30 p.m. At 6:00 p.m. on Monday the 4th, there will be a family event in the cafeteria. The Puppet Art Theater will be presenting the show, Three Billy Goats Gruff, and admission is free. The book fair will be open immediately after the puppet show. Tuesday through Friday the book

fair will be open from 8:00 a.m.6:00 p.m. All proceeds from the book fair will be used to purchase new books for our library. Support our library and support reading! And remember, it’s not too early to start your holiday shopping! Books make great gifts! Burchfield Primary School is located at 400 Fremont Street in Colusa. Call 458-5853 for more information.

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outside the county. The public is encouraged to participate in this event at the Colusa County Fairgrounds on Saturday, September 25th from 9 AM to 5 PM, and on Sunday, September 26th from 9AM to 3 PM. Visitors will be able to view the Union, Confederate and civilian camps, watch drills and demonstrations, and observe mock battles on Saturday at 12 AM and 3 PM or Sunday at 11 AM and 2 PM. A Re-enactors store will feature Civil War memorabilia and food vendors will be available both days. Continued on Page 5

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My Little Mayberry

know people that still tell time that way. You know, the ones you tell to meet you an hour before really Essays of Colusa by Denise Denton-Rinzler expecting them to show up? I became acutely aware that time was changing TIMELESSNESS during a Colusa High School Future Business One day, during ancient Roman times, a water Leaders of American trip. Three boys, including clock was installed in a village piazza. The opinion of one farmer was, “I used to wake up when rested, my son, Cooper, were late according to the bus eat when hungry, begin and stop work as needed, driver, irately tapping his good old Timex watch. sleep when tired. Now this blasted clock rules my When the boys arrived they were flabbergasted. “No way we’re late! Our cell phones have GPS life!” Of course, ancient folks had day and night. time! “ Time was being seriously measured here. Measured. Instinctively you know that time Still leaves a lot of wiggle room. You ‘d say you’d doesn’t really pass at the same rate constantly. Say be somewhere at zenith or afterwards. Long as you arrived the same day, you were “on time”. I you’re in the line at the DMV or the Post Office

Dear Editor I am comfortable and confident that my vote for Kay Spurgeon for County Superintendent of Schools will be a vote for the continuing improvement of educational opportunities for Colusa County. Kay Spurgeon is knowledgeable in all the various and detailed aspects of her office; proficient in the performance of her duties and responsibilities; and enthusiastic and dedicated to the educational interests of Colusa County children and adults. I personally know Kay Spurgeon to be honest, conscientious and of the highest integrity. At this time of statewide economic challenges to our educational system, we absolutely could not have a more qualified and dedicated professional serving as the County Superintendent of Schools. Kay Spurgeon is the right candidate for this position. Colusa County educational opportunities are moving in the right direction under the management of Kay Spurgeon. Colusa County needs Kay's continued leadership. Please join me in casting your vote to re-elect Kay Spurgeon Colusa County Superintendent of Schools on November 2nd.

whenever Angelo’s on vacation. That’s brainfading, finger tapping, I want-to-scream Dante’s Inferno time. (Angelo, hurry back!) But if you’re having fun, like playing games with your kids, or having a great conversation, time proverbially flies. According to some physicists, there are places in the Universe where TIME DOES NOT EXIST. Wow. All that lives is birthing, growing, decaying, dying. Time is the measure of this. Imagine, that enfolded within the constructed life forms, animating them, is Timeless, Unconstructed, Life, never diminished or destroyed. Timelessness. I think the Roman guy would have been happy to hear that.

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colusa to thrusday night market presents annie b’s community drive host civil California (September 15, & Co, Holbrook’s Clearance Center, international services. The public war days Chico, 2010) – Nonprofits participating in Logan’s Roadhouse, and Woodstock’s will have a chance to learn more

A small display of Civil War period arms has already been set up for viewing by the public at Picket Fence Antiques (334 Market Street). The display will remain in place from now through Colusa Civil War Days, ending September 26th. Local author Richard Hosmer, coowner of Picket Fence Antiques and Heritage Preservation Committee member, will be available to interpret the items (which are not for sale) during the store's business hours, Tuesdays-Saturdays 10-6 and Sundays 12-5. Colusa County cemeteries are the final resting place for 255 Civil War Veterans, as researched by local historian John Morton. The majority of these veterans are buried in the Colusa Cemetery, so Heritage Preservation Committee members are hoping to place placards on the approximately 160 gravesites for visual reminders of the importance of the Civil War in our Colusa County heritage. Tentative plans for a ceremony in the cemetery are under consideration at this time.

van gogh exhibit Colusa County residents can see the “Van Gogh, Gauguin, Cezanne, and Beyond” exhibit on Wednesday, November 10, 2010. This is the second half of the Musee d’Orsay works being shown at the de Young Museum in San Francisco while their home museum is being renovated. Works by ToulouseLautrec and Seurat are also included in this collection of 120 works of the Post-Impressionists. The de Young is the only museum in North America to host this particular group of paintings from the Musee d’Orsay’s permanent collection. A bus sponsored by the Colusa County Arts Council will leave from the Colusa County Fairgrounds at 8:00 a.m. Pick-ups in Williams and Arbuckle are possible. Return to Colusa should be about 5:30 p.m. Cost is $56 for members of CCAC and $66 for non-members. To obtain a ticket, send a check to CCAC, P.O. Box 126, Colusa, CA 95932. Deadline is October 15, 2010. For more information call CCAC at 458-2222.

the Annie B’s Community Drive will showcase their services in the Chico City Plaza during the Thursday Night Market Presents on September 16. North Valley Community Foundation, sponsor of the Annie B’s Community Drive, is partnering with the Downtown Chico Business Association, on this special Thursday Night Market event. At this year’s Thursday Night Market Presents event, there will be over 50 nonprofits with booths set up in the downtown Chico City Plaza. Some of the nonprofits who signed up for this unique event include Caminar, Gateway Science Museum, Butte Environmental Council, Girls on the Run of Butte County, The Worm Farm Foundation, CORE Butte Charter School, Valley Oak Children’s Services, Women’s Resource Clinic, Work Training Center and many more. Chico Cabaret will be there as well with performances from their latest shows. This year several local businesses have partnered with Annie B’s Community Drive by offering to donate a percentage of their profits on September 16 to the Drive. We encourage patrons to visit the following businesses to show their support: Chili’s, Mundy

Pizza. The Annie B’s grant funds are made possible through a donation of $250,000 (over five years) from anonymous donors. The Community Foundation is seeking to add an additional $50,000 to this year’s pool, through the support of local businesses. This year’s CoChallengers include Gregory Debord of Bank of America/Merrill Lynch, Noon Exchange Club, Holbrook’s Furniture Clearance, PG&E, Stoner Jeffers and Associates Certified Public Accountants, John & Sandora Nishio,Apothecary Options,Durham Community Foundation, Matson & Isom Certified Public Accountants, Stifel Nicolaus, Tittle & Company, LLP, Soroptimist International of Chico, Stewart Humpherys Molin & Griffith, LLP, along with our media partner Chico News & Review. Over 170 local nonprofits are participating in the 2010 Annie B’s Community Drive. These include a wide variety of community services – animal welfare, education, scholarships, older adult services, human services, healthcare, environment, the arts, community services, youth development, and

about the services provided by these nonprofits at this event. Nonprofits will have displays showcasing services to the community. In addition, there will be performances on the stage by organizations that provide performing arts. A complete list of organizations and funds received is available at nvcf.org. Between August 1 and September 30, participating organizations in Butte, Glenn, Tehama and Colusa counties are actively seeking donations from their supporters. Donors are encouraged to give with the incentive of grant funds as a percentage match for donations made through the Annie B’s Community Drive. One hundred percent of all Annie B’s donations go directly to participating nonprofits. During the first three years, nearly $3.1 million in donations from thousands of donors in our community has been distributed through the Annie B’s Community Drive. This includes $300,000 in grant funds distributed to participating nonprofits.

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Local Events 1870-1892

• 9/12/70-Contract let for building the Webster School House. • 9/22/1872-Stage capsized in front of Colusa House and Dr. Bundy badly hurt. • 9/11/1873-Drs. Bundy and Porter capsized on the Bear Valley grade. Former had an ankle sprain. • 9/23/1877-Killing of the Lett Brothers by Smith and Hershey. • 9/27/1880-Terrible explosion of Dr. Glenn’s large thresher Monitor, near Princeton; three men killed. • 9/5/1888-W. S. Green and party completed survey and definite location of Central Canal. • 9/29/1889 Paul Miller shot by Robert McMartin of Maxwell. Died 22nd. Another case of “didn’t know it was loaded.” Williams Farmer 4/8/1941-GEORGE R. CORBIN LEAVES FOR A MONTH’S VISIT AT BOYHOOD HOME IN VIRGINIA George R. Corbin of Delevan departed Tuesday for his boyhood home in Rexeyville, Virginia. This is one of several visits Mr. Corbin has made to his old Virginia home since coming here in 1884. Mr. Corbin’s many friends in Colusa County hope for him a delightful visit. He has taken an active part in the development of this part of the Sacramento Valley. He was among the first to plant alfalfa and developed a new fine field of alfalfa, then a new crop, on his fertile lands at his Delevan home ranch north of Maxwell, where he still resides, making his home with his son-in law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Al Bryan after his wife passed away four years ago. Mr. Corbin is a charter member of the Maxwell Lodge of Odd Fellows, and with his late wife was an ardent worker in the Maxwell Baptist Church. He has always taken a keen interest in all county and community affairs and has requested that the Tribune follow him during his month’s visit with relatives and friends in Virginia. Mr. Corbin is affectionately called “Mayor of Delevan” by his close friends. Williams Farmer 9/19/1941 HIGH SCHOOL BUILDINGS UNDERGO MANY REPAIRS The Williams Union High School has had quite a change in appearance of late, for during the summer, and

at the present time, many repairs has been considered a land mark and painting jobs have been carried and will certainly be missed. Their out under the supervision of Mr. C. many friends will wish for them H. George and Mr. R. M. Dunn as continued success and prosperity in authorized by the board of trustees. whatever field they select, following The work has consisted of the the “vacation.” painting and repairing of the front and back Williams Farmer staircases. The interior 9/14/1956 L. of the main building has L. BARRETT been completely renovated SELLS CAFÉ and all rooms have been AND BAR painted with the exception A legal notice the study hall. Eleven new in this issue of the light fixtures have been Williams Farmer installed, six in the study advertises notice of hall and one in each room the intended sale on the east side of the of L.L. Barrett’s building. Café on 99W The board plans to add PAT ASH Williams, to James Contributor six new fixtures to the east E. McCollum of Sacramento Valley Museum side next year which will Newark and Doyle provide better lighting Jones of Santa Ana. conditions. The lower hall has been The sale of the café, fountain and completely done over with work bar will take place October 1. here still in progress. One task which was started in MEET THE TEACHERSthe summer, and will be completed DAVE GRAF-MR. FFA by the faculty during the year, is Dave Graf, is a familiar figure the construction of a school library. to most Williams folks. This is Mr. Stacks and shelves are now being Graf ’s 14th year at Williams High. built and the task of numbering and He has led the local agricultural cataloguing the books of the school department classes to top honors will be taken up this year amounting throughout the state in Future to several hundred dollars. Farmers of America competition Other work authorized for the including two American Framers coming year includes the following: and 23 State Farmers. repairing and painting the Mr. Graf, one of the most highly gymnasium, agriculture building, respected and well-liked teachers bus garage, and bleachers; grading on the WHS faculty, was on leave and landscaping will immediately of absence last year from the local take place around the gym; digging school. During those nine months discing and grading of the baseball he was assistant teacher trainer in field and the track, which covers vocational ag and general secondary approximately 5 acres; fence repairs trainer and teacher trainer at the and the repair of the barn used University California at Davis. by Future Farmer boys and girls In addition to regular work agricultural classes. conducted at the “round table”, Mr. Graf ’s class takes part in Williams Farmer 9/7/1956many outside activities including WILLIAMS MEAT parliamentary procedure and public MARKET TO CLOSE speaking contests, co-op marketing SEPT. 15 ANNOUNCED BY quiz, project competition, Chico PROPRIETORS Field Day, the annual trip to the On another page of this issue, Cow Palace and an outstanding will be the announcement that the social event of the year, the FFA Williams Meat Market will close its Barn Dance doors. Mr. Graf serves as a city John Coleman and Herb councilman and is a member of the Murphy, genial co-partners of the Masonic Lodge. Along with his wife flourishing business for the past 11 Marguerite, daughter Marianne and years, announce no definite plans twin boy, Don and Jim, make their at the moment other than first and home at 739th Street, Williams. foremost, a vacation for both. “Nice to see you on the WHS John has been in the meat faculty again Mr. Graf ”. business since 1919 when he began his career in the employ of the late BENEFIT FOR PATROLMAN J. E. Mitchell working continuously CHARLES SMITH FAMILY since with practically no “time off.” People of Glenn and Colusa Herb, who boasts of fifty years in Counties will have an opportunity “meat” has lived in Williams for next week to show their gratitude many years and is now ready for a to Charles T. Smith, California rest and vacation. Highway Patrolman, who fell in the They have given our community line of duty the night of September a real service in the Market which 10, but took with him his assailants,

two wanted criminal suspects. In two towns along the 99W highway which Smith patrolled, benefit shows are planned for the nights of September 25, 26, and 27. Ned Steele, owner of the Sundown Drive In Theatre at Williams and the Orland Theatre in Orland has announced that all proceeds of the box office at those two places will be donated on those three nights to a fund being built up for the widow of the slain officer. Picture rental and all services in connection with showing the picture will be donated by Steele. Regular prices will prevail, but movie goers who feel more generous can put whatever they want and all will go to the Smith fund. In addition, donations are being accepted at both theatres and at all newspaper offices in Orland, Williams, and Colusa from people unable to attend the benefit shows, or who wish to make special donation. Steele commented: I know that ever one of you would like to help in some way seeing that the family of Officer Smith is shown that we all appreciate, having as good and brave an officer to protect us and ours.” Smith had stopped the two armed men on a speeding charge, when one of them fired four bullets into him. Mortally wounded, Smith had the grit in his dying moment to shoot both of them fatally. He leaves behind a young wife, a daughter, nine years old, and a baby only a few weeks old. The fund to be raised at the three benefit show is to be a memorial to the dead officer, a testimony of public gratitude, and help of the most practical kind to the bereaved family. Williams Farmer 9/12/1958WORK BEGINS ON NEW FIRE HALL Work has begun on the new addition to the fire hall. Present plans call for the new addition to be constructed of cement blocks. It will be 30X60 and will house four pieces of equipment. The addition will be erected directly north and west of the present fire hall and will provide adequate space so that the fire fighting equipment will all be housed under one roof instead of storing two engines in the city garage. The firemen plan to do most of the work themselves under the direction of Elmer Goforth. Forms for the foundation will be built Saturday. The city deeded the land on which the new structure will be built to the Rural Dire District.

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CAtholiC ChurCh of the Annunciation 627 8th Street Williams “Meet & Greet Coffee Club” Every Third Sunday of the Month after 9:30 a.m. Mass Join us for refreshments and conversation CHURCH OF THE ANNUNCIATION 627 8th Street, Williams, CA Annual Rummage Sale Starts: Wednesday, September 29th through Friday, October 1st 9:30 am to 5:00 pm and Saturday, October 2nd 9:00 am to 11:00 am. Please come and support this fundraiser for our church and get great bargains in return! WilliAMS CoMMunitY Center ASSoCiAtion ACtiVitieS Veteran’s Hall. 9th & ‘C’ Street. Williams, CA. MONDAY NIGHT BINGO: Everyone Welcome! Early Bird Games Starting Time at 6:00 P.M.Regular Games Begin at 6:30 P.M. WE WILL NOT BE PLAYING ON 5TH MONDAYS THIS YEAR. Refreshments Available at Reasonable Prices, Home Made Desserts. Game Day: Third Wednesday of the month, at 1:00 P.M. Join us for our tournament of the card game “Golf ”. Win prizes have fun meet people! Movie Day: Fourth Wednesday of the month, at 1:00 P.M.Price: FREE Refreshments: Soda & Candy are available at a low price. (Bring a Pillow-the seats are hard)

CeleBrAte reCoVerY Meets every Friday night at 6:30 P.M. at the First Presbyterian Church (north annex building) at 4th & Jay Streets in Colusa. CELEBRATE RECOVERY is a free program that addresses issues of alcoholism, codependency, drug addiction, and other hurts, habits and hang ups. CELEBRATE RECOVERY is open to anyone who is experiencing pain, brokenness, or just wants support and encouragement. We are an anonymous program. For further information, please call 458-2802. MAke A differenCe in Your CoMMunitY The citizens for a better Williams hold meetings the 4th Thursday of every month beginning at 6:00pm.

meetings are held at the Williams City Hall, everyone is welcome!!

PACifiC flYWAY QuilterS The county’s quilt guild. monthly meetings will be held the 3rd Wednesday of every month. Meeting starts at 7:00pm located at the Colusa Masonic Hall 311- 5th street.

Harvest Renaisance Fair The Colusa County Harvest Renaissance Fair will be held Oct. 23-24.

arbuckle parks & recreations activities fall 2010 NEW low Impact Aerobics: ColuSA fArMerS MArket: Monday, wednesday & Friday. 8:30AM to 9:30AM. APRD Office neW loCAtion The Colusa Certified Farmer’s Soccer Camp: Saturday 9:30 to 11:30. Market has moved to Memorial September 11 - October 2. Balfour Park (10th & Market Street). Open Park. Ages PreK to 6th Grade every Monday from 5 to 8 p.m. Practical Yoga & Pilates: 5:30 to through September 27. WIC/Senior 6:30. Tuesday & Thursday.APRD Nutrition Coupons accepted. The Office Colusa Certified Farmers Market Volleyball: Tuesday & Thrusday. will run until the last Monday in 7:30pm - PHS North Gym. $25/ November, weather permitting. Fall person per month. Halloween Parade: October 31st hours are from 4:00 p.m. to dark 10:30am - Signups. ACE Hardware Parking Lot. Submit your event to: publisher@ Kincannon’s ATA Martial Arts: williamspioneerreview.com Child, Teen and Adult Classes. Monday & Wednesday. 4:45 Calling all women of 7:00pm. APRD Office agriculture Weight Training, Cardio & Are you a woman dedicated to the Agility Training: 6:30pm to survival of Agriculture? Unite as 7:30pm. Monday & Wednesday “California Women for Agriculture” Pierce High School North Gym. (CWA) promote, and educate the Youth Basketball: Signups for importance of Agriculture. Meetings 2010-2011 Program October 2nd are held the 4th Wednesday of 12-1:30pm. Arbuckle Elementary each month at 6:30 PM. For more School. October 4 - 6-7pm. Pierce Information, contact Melodie High School North Gym. Johnson at (530) 458-5130. Master Gardener Applications are AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE Available FROM THE FRIENDS OF The Colusa County Master Gardener THE COLUSA COUNTY program is now accepting applications ANIMAL SHELTER for the 2011 class starting in January. There are citizens who would like Master Gardeners are volunteers that to change, improve and strengthen provide public education in home the county animal laws. Areas of gardening and basic horticulture. concern are leash law, dangerous dog, While the intent of the program is puppy mills, animal cruelty, kennel to provide service at little or no cost licenses. If you are concerned about to the public, there is a fee of $150 certain situations in your area; would for training new volunteers. To be like to see the county ordinances considered for acceptance you must strengthened so we can support the attend a mandatory orientation animal control officers please send meeting on Tuesday, October 19, an email to foccas@colusanet.com 2010 at 9am or 4pm at the Farm and state where you would like to Bureau office (530 Market St., improvement. A community forum Colusa). For more information, pick meeting will be announced at a later up an application at the UCCE office date. (100 Sunrise Blvd., Ste E, Colusa) or the Farm Bureau office (530 Market St., Colusa) or any Master Gardener Submit your event to: publisher@ event. Applications are also available williamspioneerreview.com on-line at http://cecolusa.ucdavis. edu

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FOR SALE Firewood for sale: mixed hardwoods, very dry $100 1/2 cord, $180 full cord call 476-2948 for more information.

NOW ONLINE Williams’s 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

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HELP WANTED SUBSTITUTE PARAEDUCAtOR. WILLIAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR 2010-2011 SCHOOL YEAR SALARY RANGE $12.50$21.30/HR. TWO POSITIONS (AUG-OCT. 2010; AUG-DEC 2010). REQUIREMENTS: DISTRICT APPLICATION, TWO REFERENCE LETTERS, DOJ FINGERPRINT CLEARANCE, DRUG SCREENING. MUST HAVE AA DEGREE OR PASS PARAEDUCATOR ASSESSMENT TEST GIVEN BY COLUSA CO. OFFICE OF EDUCATION. CALL 530-473-2550 FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. OPEN UNTIL FILLED. STUDENT SUPERVISOR. WILLIAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR 2010-2011 SCHOOL YEAR. $9.86/HR. TWO POSITIONS (11:00 AM - 12:30 PM); ONE POSITION (10:45 AM - 12:30 PM, M-F). REQUIREMENTS: DISTRICT APPLICATION, TWO REFERENCE LETTERS, DOJ FINGERPRINT CLEARANCE, DRUG SCREENING. CALL 530-473-2550. OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

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colusa city firefighters to host demolition derby

The Colusa Firefighters Association will be holding its 3rd Annual Demolition Derby on Saturday, September 11, 2010 at the Colusa County Fairgrounds. Gates open at 5:00pm, Derby begins at 7:00pm. Tickets available at 750 Market Street. $15 per adult. $10 per child under 12.

Pictured is Patti turner and Pixie Rennick both Williams residents. (submitted photo)

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