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Volume 3 - Issue 3

Groundbreaking Event for the Colusa County Educational Outreach Facility a Great Success

COMING EVENTS February 6 Arbuckle community annual crab feed Arbuckle Golf Club

OLL Pasta Feed St. Bernadettes Hall

February 7 super sunday @ Colusa Theater February 12 california Deer association dinner February 14 Valentine’s Day February 15 President’s Day February 26 Friends of the NRA Dinner

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oodland Community College (WCC) has officially planted another seed to grow the next generation of college educated workers that the city of Williams, Colusa County and the entire North Central Valley Region of California will need to thrive in the knowledge based economy of the 21st Century. Last Tuesday’s much anticipated groundbreaking for the WCC Colusa County Educational Outreach Facility (WCC-CCEOF) was a great success, marking the beginnings of what will be the first public higher education institution to have a permanent facility located in the county. Currently, Colusa County is one of only eight counties in the state of California which does not have a permanent public higher education facility located within its boundaries.

More than 50 guests, faculty, staff, community members, and local elected officials attended the ceremony which was emceed

by Dr. Angela Fairchilds, WCC President.

Other speakers included Colusa County Board of Supervisors Mark Marshall and Kim Vann, Yuba Community College District (YCCD) Chancellor Dr. Nicki Harrington, City of Williams Mayor Angie Fulcher, Colusa County Office of Education Board Member Brenda Miller, WCC Upward

From Left to Right: Brenda Miller, Board Member, Colusa County Office of Education; Kim Vann, Gary Evans and Denise Carter, Colusa County Board of Supervisors; Jim Buchan and Alan Flory, Board Members, YCCD Board of Trustees; Dr. Angela Fairchilds, President, WCC; Leela Rai, Board Member, YCCD Board of Trustees; Dr. Nicki Harrington, Chancellor, YCCD; Xavier Tafoya, Board Member, YCCD Board of Trustees; Carissa Cabral, Mini Miss Colusa County; Annastasia Cristler, Miss Colusa County: and Ben Pearson, Board Member, YCCD Board of Trustees.

Bound Supervisor Art Pimentel, and YCCD Board of Trustees members Alan Flory, Ben Pearson and Xavier Tafoya.

This project has come to fruition thanks in large part to funding from YCCD’s November 2006 Measure J Facilities Bond, along with the financial support of Colusa County and the work of the City of Williams. The facility will be housed adjacent to the new Colusa County Office of Education offices which will provide numerous opportunities to share resources. Moreover,

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ur Lady of Lourdes Parish School will be hosting their annual Pasta Feed, Saturday, February 6 at St. Bernadette’s Hall from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.They will be serving many types of pasta including: Pasta Alfredo, Spaghetti & Meatballs, Ravioli, Lasagna (both vegetarian and meat), California Pasta Salad, Chicken Fettuccine, Caesar Salad, and Cheesy Garlic

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Breadsticks.

Tickets are available at the school, through parents and will also be available at the door. Tickets are $10 for Adults, Children $5 (10 years of age or younger, under two years of ageFree).

For more information call Our Lady of Lourdes at 4588208 or stop by 741 Ware Avenue in Colusa.

“I am truly honored and proud at the fact that Woodland Community College will be able to fulfill a promise made over seven years ago to bring a permanent college facility to Colusa County,” said Dr. Angela Fairchilds, WCC President. “We look forward to continuing to serve our students in this new facility and expanding higher education services throughout future years.”

The Colusa County Educational Outreach Facility will house the following: • Three permanent classrooms,

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one of which can be divided into two smaller classrooms, thus creating the opportunity for up to four smart classrooms designed to accommodate 120 students at full classroom utilization with infrastructure to support modern technological needs.

• Office space for student services, faculty, and administrative support. Conference rooms, break areas, and vending machines.

Sustainable design which will lead to a minimum LEED silver certification – priorities focused on environmental/air quality, water conservation, materials, energy, etc.

Construction is scheduled to begin in February and classes are anticipated to start at the new facility in January 2011.

The Yuba Community College District spans eight counties and nearly 4,200 square miles of territory in rural, north-central California. It has colleges in Marysville and Woodland, an educational center in Clearlake,and will be adding outreach facilities in Sutter and Colusa Counties as part of the Measure J facilities bond. For more information about YCCD please visit our website at www.yccd.edu.

County Line Warehouse Endures

t the turn of the 20th century the railroad was a staple in shipping farm goods. Warehouses were built 10 to 20 miles apart to coordinate with the railroad and small farming communities.

Many of the old warehouses are now long gone, after the dawn of modern conveniences like Interstate 5. County Line Warehouse, however, is still standing and celebrates its 110th anniversary this month.

For more than 72 years, the warehouse has been occupied by four generations of Youngmark men, three of whom continue to own and operate the business: Bob Youngmark, his sons Jeff and Mike and Jeff ’s son, Robert.

“We’re proud to keep the business going, and since (Robert’s) come in it’s been nice having the extra help with family,” Jeff says.

Original owner Esten Byers signed the first business license for a “warehouse or storage house used in storing merchandise or farm products” on Feb. 3, 1900 at the cost of $25. The late Carl Youngmark, Bob’s father, began working at the warehouse in 1938 and bought the business in 1948.

“At that time it was just a sack warehouse,” Bob says. After grain was bagged, mules would carry the sacks from the harvesters to be unloaded in the warehouse.

A horse would then stack the sacks --- up to 75,000 per year --- inside the warehouse with the help of a pulley. Finally sacks would be loaded onto a rail cart for shipping. Work began in 1951 and finished in 1952, changing the old warehouse from a sack warehouse to a bulk warehouse, including the addition of bulk walls and a rice dryer.

Bob started working with his father at the warehouse in April 1955, and after 55 years of hard work he has no plans to retire just yet.

“If I retire, I’ll die,” says Bob. “I don’t work as hard as I used to, I’ll tell you that. I get all the dirty work paying the bills and all that.”

“He’s going to expire here,” joked Jeff.

Bob inherited his mother’s share of the business when she passed away in 1963...

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Left to Right: Isidro Jaramillo, Mike Youngmark, Bob Youngmark, Jose Moreno, Jeff Youngmark and Robert Youngmark. (Photo By: Elizabeth Kalfsbeek)

and he bought Carl out in 1971. Until 1975 the County Line Warehouse was situated only in Yolo County. That year Bob purchased land in Colusa County from the Hershey sisters’ estate and proceeded to build silos on the Colusa side, establishing the business in both counties.

Jeff started working at the warehouse in 1977, and Mike followed in 1979 after working a year at Nugget Market.

Both brothers were incorporated into the business as owners in June, 2009. Fourth generation Robert has been working at the warehouse with his grandpa, father and uncle for five years. “There are not many businesses around anymore with four generations,” Bob says. “I think it’s a privilege to have my sons and grandson want to continue the business. There are not many fathers who have that privilege.

I feel I can leave here, and they can take over the business with no problems at all.”

Besides the Youngmarks, County

Line Warehouse also has two “well-trusted employees.” Isidro Jaramillo has been with the company for 38 years, and Jose Moreno, has been with the company for 28 years.

To d a y, County Line Warehouse specializes in grain storage, rice drying and seed cleaning.The warehouse is also a receiving station for sheepherders in Northern California, weighing, baling and shipping wool. “Most of our customers have been here for 25 to 30 years,” Jeff says.

“A lot of our customers are good friends.”

The late Hiram Kalfsbeek, for example, also a multi-generational farmer, began storing his grain at the warehouse in the 1950s. “It’s neat to have that many generations of families that have worked together and played together,” says Mike.

“What keeps our business going is our loyal customers,” Jeff adds. “We are one of the last independent warehouses in the valley floor. We’re competing against larger warehouses, and we wouldn’t be able to do that without our loyal customers.”

Just as the community supports the warehouse, the warehouse in turn supports the community. For years the business has donated to Ducks Unlimited, the Colusa County Fair Junior Auction, Pierce High School sports teams and the Arbuckle and Dunnigan Fire Departments. “We’re big contributors to the fire departments, especially since our building is 110 years old,” says Jeff.

Though the County Line Warehouse is now modern, it still captures a great sense of history. The Youngmarks have been diligent in preser ving o l d , handwritten ledgers, payroll logs and photographs. They even have a record of the 18-cent World War I sales tax for the weigh scale purchased in 1919.

When asked if the warehouse will likely celebrate its 210th anniversary, Jeff said, “At our 100-year anniversary we said we’d be happy to be here another 10 years, and that went by pretty fast.”

Arbuckle 4h club By: Mary Marsh Contributor

The Arbuckle 4H club held its January meeting with members decked out in their pajamas bringing warm clothes for the homeless. The club voted to arrange for a bench at the fairgrounds to be built in memory of Hans Lauwerijssen.

The group also voted to sponsor one of Alison Ornbaun’s American flags from her emerald star project in Hans’ name.

Riley Voorhees reported that the goodies collected in the Adopt-A-Troop program last month were sent to local servicemen Michael Forster and Anthony Chesini.

Molly Doherty reported that the club made $453 at the pie sale held the day before Thanksgiving. Thank you to everyone who baked or purchased one of our delicious pies!

Samantha and Caitlyn Murphy explained about their emerald star project, Bundles for Babies, where they will collect baby supplies to be distributed through Impact and the hospital to new teen moms. Clothing, blankets, diapers, formula, etc. are just a few of the items the members hope to gather. If you’d like to contribute to this effort, please contact key leader Adrian Murphy at 476-0933.

Keeping accurate records of 4H activities is a big part of the 4H program, but it is also a very tedious job. To help make that job easier, the officers and some of the adult leaders set up a recordbook training session. As members took turns attending the various stations, they learned about key elements of a correctly completed record book.

To be able show at the fair in June, a member must have completed at least one presentation of three to five minutes about any topic or to teach the audience how to do something. The Arbuckle Club’s Presentation Night will be held at Arbuckle Elementary School on Monday, March 15 at 6:30 p.m.

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academic decathlon february 6 Students from two county high schools are preparing for the Colusa County Academic Decathlon, an academic competition that challenges the mind in ten areas of knowledge.

This year’s theme will be the French Revolution, and the Super Quiz topic will be the History of the French Revolution. The 2010 competition began with speaking events on January 28 at Williams High School.

The remainder of the ten areas will be written tests and will be completed on Saturday, February 6, at Colusa High School.

Williams High School, the defending champion, is coached by Principal Dan Flanigan. The student members are Hernan Cortez, Sandra Cruz, Erik Knight, Elsa Mora, William Povlsen, Miguel Puentes, Anna Ramirez, Maria Vega, and Lisa White.

The Colusa High School team, coached by Claire Walker, includes Elizabeth Barrera, Alex Hinely, Rocio Martinez, Vanessa Mendez, Diana Paniagua, Brenda Ramirez, and Emanuel Ramirez.

The students and coaches have been working diligently to prepare for the demanding academic competition in which individuals, as well as teams, can claim medals, honors, and scholarships.

The Academic Decathlon events include Interview, Speech, Math,

Economics, Science, Music, Art, Language and Literature, Essay, and Social Studies. The Super Quiz designated area of study this year is Social Science, and the topic is the French Revolution. The written portion of the Super Quiz will be followed by the verbal Super Quiz, a team relay competition.

Winners of the local competition will advance to the California Academic Decathlon State Final, which will be held this year on March 12-15 in Sacramento. Winners at the state level will advance to the United States Academic Decathlon, scheduled in Omaha, Nebraska, on April 21-24.

The public is invited to attend a reception honoring the decathletes at 3:15 p.m. in the Colusa High School foyer and then enjoy the Super Quiz relay competition at 3:45 p.m. The awards ceremony will follow at approximately 4:30 p.m.

Colusa County high schools began competing more than 20 years ago as an outgrowth of the local Academic Decathlon in Orange County. Each high school may enter a team of nine students: three in the Honors category, three in the Scholastic category, and three in the Varsity category. Each student competes in all ten events.

Gold, silver, and bronze medals are awarded in each category and each event.

Additionally, a number of local businesses and individuals contribute in support of the Academic Decathlon, and individual scholarships are provided for the students who have the highest scores in the ten test areas. Overall individual winners are recognized as well as the champion team. This very broad base of awards allows for major recognition of academic achievement.

More than 650 teams compete in 47 counties in the State of California.

County competitions are held in February. Additionally some larger counties have regional competitions in November, which then lead to selection of the county finalist in February. The winning team from each county then advances to the California Academic Decathlon held each year in March.

Los Angeles County enters eight teams in the statewide event because of the large number of schools and students competing.

The California championship team has either won or come in second at the United States Academic Decathlon every year except one (1992) since its inception in 1982. Competition in California is extremely intense and rigorous.

The primary goal of the Academic Decathlon is to improve the status, the recognition, and the popularity of academic endeavor in every high school in the United States. Subsidiary objectives include providing a vehicle for the high school to: 1. improve their academic image and academic spirit on campus; 2. increase community involvement in academics; and 3. create local educational partnerships with corporations and service organizations.

Anyone interested in supporting the Colusa County Academic Decathlon may contact Kay Spurgeon, County Superintendent, at 458-0350.

Donations can be made to the Academic Decathlon at the Colusa County Office of Education.

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Keeping your child’s teeth healthy According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, nearly 50 percent of children have tooth decay before age 5. Because young children’s teeth are very important for eating and speaking clearly, helping a child maintain a proper dental health care routine is key to his or her overall development. First 5 Colusa encourages parents and caregivers to begin taking care of children’s teeth and gums early on with the following helpful tips.

• Gently wipe your baby’s gums with a clean, wet cloth after each feeding.

• As soon as your child’s first tooth comes in, begin brushing every day.

• Brush your toddler’s teeth for him or her until he or she is 6 years old.

• Visit the dentist when the child’s first tooth comes in, and every year after that for a check-up.

• Look for toothbrushes with soft bristles that are gentle on gums. To make brushing more fun, use a brightly colored toothbrush. Ask your child to roar like a tiger to help open his or her mouth wide!

• Ask a dentist or doctor if it’s okay to use a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste once a child is 2 or 3 years old.

Supervise and teach your child to spit out toothpaste and rinse after brushing.

• Floss teeth as soon as they grow and begin to touch each other — usually when a child is about 4 years old.

• Monitor what your child eats, as it can affect his or her dental health. Avoid candy and sugary drinks like soda that can cause cavities.

• Prevent tooth decay by not letting your child suck on a bottle or sippy cup filled with milk or juice for a long time. If he or she needs a bottle at bedtime, fill it with water.

By practicing good dental habits early in a child’s life and visiting the dentist regularly, parents can help keep children’s teeth healthy and their smiles sparkling!

For more information about oral health care for children age 5 or younger, contact First 5 Colusa at 530.458.5555 or www. first5colusa.org and www.first5california. com/parents.

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pain, and it was time for him to go ecently we had to make to Heaven. There were tears as we the hardest decision pet all gave him one last hug, but the owners face; whether or little people have gotten over the not to have our 10- year-old dog loss more quickly. There is a lot to Roscoe put to sleep. In recent be said for the expression of love months his hips had started to in saying goodbye. deteriorate, and the poor guy was hobbling around on three legs. We Last weekend the tried expensive pain Citizens for a Better medication, but it Williams held their only worked for a few first wine-tasting weeks. Looking into event hosted by Louis his big brown eyes, Cairo’s in Williams. the same eyes that We couldn’t believe looked at me through what a wonderful the chain link at the turnout they had! Over animal shelter nine 200 people attended years ago, it was hard the Wine & Dine to make that decision.

ANDREA MOORE for the Community.

When he lost interest Publisher I know many hope it in food, we knew it will become an annual was time. We had a lot of good years with him and he event, as well it should! with us. We really miss him and February is a very busy month here always will. in Colusa County, with the Farm It amazes me how well the kids Show, Super Sunday at the Colusa have dealt with his passing. At Theater, Pasta Feed, Friends of first we weren’t going to tell them the NRA dinner, California Deer until everything was over, but Association, Chicken and Ham then I remembered how upset dinner, and many more. Who says they were for not being told of nothing happens in small towns? our Brittany pup Rowdy’s last Get out to show your support for goodbye in July. So, I explained to all of our local organizations, meet them that Roscoe was in a lot of new people and mingle.

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THE NEWS BACK THEN

WILLIAMS FARMER 1/21/1944WITH OUR BOYS A report from the War Department of Washington on January 17, listed 28 Californians among 250 officers and enlisted men of the 12th Air Force to be honored for outstanding work in the North African and European theatre of operations. The Californians were awarded distinguished flying crosses.

The department said its announcement of the awards does not contain information as to the status of each individual beyond the time when he was cited.

Those decorated include: Major Daniel R. Rathbun 26, of Williams California who was honored for shooting down an FW190 when leading a squadron of eight A36’s over Salerno Beach last September 19th, in a battle in which 12 FW190’s were kept from attacking 50 American Naval aircraft.

Four were downed.

The Major’s squadron then completely disrupted an enemy truck convoy, destroying many vehicles. The Major has been in more than 100 combat sorties.

2/11/1944- VANN TELLS OF NEW GUINEA –THE RICH EARTH We acknowledge with interest and pleasure the following letter received this week from Lt. Seymour Vann, who gave a splendid description of the lands of New Guinea as seen through the eyes of a “typical farmer”.

My Dear Mrs. Smith: Although I have been thinking of writing the Farmer a line for some time, there is no time like the present.

Many farmers at home would stare in amazement at the richness of the soil her, in New Guinea. We have found angle worms a foot long and three eighths of an inch in diameter. The soil is very rich and loamy.

Another interesting feature happens to be the natives. They are rather intelligent and look like they do in photographs.

Some of them speak English well and most of them are Christians. They grow coconuts, bananas and pineapples here.

Also a few cattle that are as fat as can be since the grass grows knee high year round.

Sending my best to all, Seymour 2/18/1944 COMPLETES COURSE -Cpl. Frank Kemp Jr. son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Kemp Sr., of Williams was graduated last week from the Army Air Forces Gunnery School at Laredo Texas, a member of the AAF Training Command. He is now qualified to take his place as a member of a bomber combat crew.

Along with his diploma, he received a pair of Aerial Gunner’s silver wings and a promotion in grade at a brief graduation exercises held there.

He was prepared for his place in America’s stepped up air offensive by a comprehensive six weeks course in every phase of gunnery warfare.

Besides learning to fire every type of weapon from camera guns to the deadly caliber .50 Browning, he studied turret manipulation, air craft identification, stripping and reassembling of machine guns while blindfolded. He climaxed the course by air firing on towed targets.

H. A. ATWOOD HEARS FROM SON Lt. Dean Atwood, USMC writes to his father that he was in the operations at the Marshall Islands and that none of his friends were hurt. The news was a relief to his father who was aware that

Dean’s regiment was one of the units operating in the Marshall Islands.

breakthrough was successful. Then it was a case of “All humans in the Area, Flee for Your Lives.” Many families had WILLIAMS FARMER 1/28/1944-TIN taken in evacuees from the Marysville SALVAGE IS URGED BY MAYOR H. area and had bedded them down, and H. RATHBUN had themselves, retired. Suddenly a All householders and restaurateurs- newer more vital evacuation situation The state director of Tin Salvage has had developed. Within a few minutes urgently requested that each and all of the initial break at Gumtree, the of us at once commence and continue area encompassing the whole Yuba saving all tin cans.

City section was either under water or By the way, Colusa and Glenn counties threatened. are the only ones not already doing Then very soon another break in this. Following is the the river bank near the procedure requested: northeast corner of Immediately upon the city, which spelled emptying a can, wash disaster for the entire thoroughly before area. These two breaks foodstuff has a chance meant not only evacuating to dry, then cut out both the people of Yuba City top and bottom putting and all sections south, them inside, then flatten but also the residents the can by stepping on or of Marysville, who had otherwise. Store them previously evacuated at home preferably in a their own home and take carton, which you can refuge in the Yuba City probably get from your area. grocery.

Once each With this development, month at a particular date PAT ASH the town of Williams, to be announced later, Contributor about thirty miles to the put them on the CURB Sacramento Valley Museum west about doubled its at the nearest corner of size in a matter of a few your block, where our hours. During the flood local truck will pick them up and leave threat, the Colusa County Board of them at a certain place for a large truck Supervisors under the leadership of Mr. to load and take them direct to the big Bill Ast and the County Civil Defense de-tinning plant at San Francisco. After Council had held a meeting to plan ways de-tinning the rest of the can will be and means of supplying possible aid. As shipped to smelters thus salvaging a result of that meeting, Colusa County many tons of iron. was able to do its fair share, we believe, Mrs. C.C. Haller, of the Women’s Club in aiding and sheltering the distressed has consented to act for them as advisor, refugees. to anyone needing information.

Alva Lane and Frank Taylor attended the above meeting and immediately Contributor’s note- The following thereafter, returned to Williams and article is a reprint that was requested set up procedures for processing and by a local fellow who wanted people sheltering all evacuees. Others were to know how the people of Williams soon called upon to aid in the work and a united to aid our neighbors in need. town of little more than eleven hundred people grew to double its size. The local THIS WEEK IN OUR HISTORYschools, fraternal groups, Williams 12/30/ 1955 CONTRIBUTED BY fire and police departments, civic and THE INSIDE OBSERVER- SEVERAL service organizations, farmer groups, THOUSAND FLEE FLOOD AREAand veterans groups –in fact every WILLIAMS WELCOMES 900 person in town made this possible. The VICTIMS veterans’ building was used as relief And Then The Rains Came!! headquarters; the schools were made After several years of sub-normal available for housing and feeding as was rainfall, the Northern Sacramento the I.O.O.F. building.

Valley received more than its share of Other housing facilities were provided water from the sky. When we ask for in the churches, Women’s Clubhouse, a “drink of water” we do not expect the and many private homes.

Several donor to turn the hose on us; however families got out of bed, remade the beds that is what happened with disastrous and made available places for evacuees results. As we watched the rain gauges to rest. The Masonic Hall was prepared accumulate we began to wonder where for an infirmary, but had no call for use, and when the over flow would come. due to the adequate attention rendered Last Thursday the city of Marysville by the doctors and assisted by trained looked like an empty jug with liquid women in town. Groceries and clothing – liquid water-surrounding it and were provided through the services threatening to overflow into its very of the Red Cross, Salvation Army and heart via the approach to D. Street individual donors. The Williams Fireman Bridge and certain other places. not only provided a Christmas tree for During this trying time the levees of the kiddies, but also maintained radio the Yuba and Feather Rivers were being communication for those who desired patrolled and watched by other people; to send messages and the Kiwanis Club official, military, and civilian. Wherever provided gifts for the children. a threatening situation developed, For a small town, this reporter believes, volunteers were called and put to work the residents in their sincere cooperative to bolster fortifications against the efforts did a commendable job; such a ever rising enemy-unwanted water. marvelous, well ordered operation that We understand that personnel from the evacuees were eager to assist in the Camp Beale were responsible for the project, proving efficient and gracious. final combating and repulsing of the At this point we would like to mention onslaught. each and every one, who, in any way Where ever a threatening situation helped though this crises, but time and developed, volunteers were called and space are running short. Also there are put to work against the ever rising many whose services we are unaware, water. Finally at Gumtree, the enemy of, suffice it to say, that the PEOPLE of found a vulnerable spot, where an the town of WILLIAMS have typified onslaught could be instituted and a a genuine cooperative, concentrated

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effort under organized leadership, in an urgent, disastrous need, mention and deepest sincere appreciation. Nearly every evacuee, upon checking out of this area, has expressed his sincere thanks to all of the town of Williams.

People of Williams, YOU have made many friends and have extended a priceless service.

WILLIAMS FARMER 1/31/1958 FIREMEN IMPROVE HALL KITCHEN The Williams fire Company has completed the remodeling of the stairway to their hall and the enlarging of the kitchen.

The stairway has been rearranged to give the kitchen additional space, the work being done by the firemen and is now completed. The rearrangement has made the kitchen more efficient and most attractive. The firemen can not prepare any better feeds than they have in the past but the work will be made lighter by the improvement.

WILLIAMS FARMER 2/21/1958 HEAVY RAINS FLOOD ROADS The latest storm which deluged the Williams area with 3.01 inches of rain this week brought the season’s total to 18.67 inches. The additional 3 inches of precipitation on the already saturated soil, caused the creeks to overflow their muddy banks and the low lands to become seas of muddy, foul smelling seas.

On Highway 99W, one mile north of Williams, high water over .5 of mile caused traffic to be held to one-way travel on Wednesday and Wednesday night. The water reached a depth of 12014 inches on the highway right of way. Weary State road crews, both local and those from Marysville directed traffic until the water receded.

SR 20 between Williams and Colusa was also submerged under 12-15 inches of water on Wednesday and rising slightly on Thursday.

Many roads lying east of 99W are under water and a small portion of the road leading to the city dump was washed out and the County Dog Pound’s canine guests were evacuated Wednesday when over four inches of water flowed through the kennels.

Further north on 99W at Funks Slough, between Maxwell and Delevan flowed across the pavement early Wednesday and road crews were kept busy pickling up debris in addition to directing traffic.

On Thursday as the crest of the Sacramento River at Colusa was reached, local road crews, and others were alerted in case the river bank failed.

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chp assistant commissioner Sheriff’s Department awarded Ramona Prieto Has Impressive Large Grant For Dive Team recovery.”

By Elizabeth Kalfsbeek Leadership Record Members of the dive team are yet Writer & Contributor

By Elizabeth Kalfsbeek Writer & Contributor

What inspired California Highway Patrol Assistant Commissioner Ramona “Mona” Prieto to join the force more than three decades ago? The short answer: motorcycles.

“I admired the California Highway Patrol’s renowned Motorcycle Patrol program and fervently wanted to be a motorcycle officer,” Prieto says. “I chose this career because of the independence, responsibility and accountability.”

Early in her career, Prieto focused on traffic enforcement and became the first female motorcycle officer in the history of the CHP, breaking through a 51-year tradition of male-only motorcycle enforcement. She rode a CHP motorcycle in downtown Los Angeles for more than five years. With more than 30 years’ experience, Prieto was appointed two years ago as the first female Assistant Commissioner in the history of the CHP.

During her career, she has had hands-on experience in seven field commands and three staff operations, working her way through the ranks from cadet to Assistant Commissioner. In her current role, she provides executive-level oversight of the Office of the Academy, the Office of Training and Organizational Development, the Office of Community Outreach and Recruitment, and the Office of Media Relations under the direction of the Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner. The position directly supervises a Deputy Chief and oversees the operation of four critical headquarters offices.

“Police work is a very rewarding and challenging career,” Prieto says. “No matter what you chose to do in life, remain focused on your goals and never give up.

Always ask yourself, what will my impact be? How can I positively contribute to

this mission?”

According to her bio, “(Prieto) has championed many issues, including officer safety, workplace violence prevention, community involvement, and a myriad of occupational safety issues. She has worked diligently to improve public safety throughout her career and has been selected to be a spokesperson for the CHP at the local, regional, headquarters, and national levels. She has also been involved in departmental planning efforts and in the management of numerous specialized, state-wide programs.”

Among her honors and awards are numerous CHP Division Commander’s Commendations, community awards for her collaborative efforts, the Women Peace Officers’ Association of California award for Professional Achievement, as well as the coveted LAPD Special Operations Leadership Award. She is a tenured fellow in the Mountain Valley American Leadership Forum.

Additionally, Commissioner Prieto also belongs to several professional police associations.

Though Prieto has many successes, she said her biggest challenge is “working in a state- wide organization with dwindling resources.”

The Commissioner was born in San Francisco and has worked in San Francisco, Los Angeles and Sacramento. After high school Prieto worked five part-time jobs to put herself through City College of San Francisco and graduated with an Associate Arts degree in Administration of Justice. After joining the CHP, she continued her education and received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Administration from UC San Francisco and a Master’s degree in Leadership from Saint Mary’s College in Moraga.

She is also a graduate of Northwestern University’s School of Police Staff and Command and has received a certificate in Workers’ Compensation from UC Davis.

According to Prieto, her most notable accomplishment is being the mother of five daughters, grandmother of eight grandchildren, and wife of elected sheriff of Yolo County, Ed Prieto. So how does she balance career and family? “Having an understanding and fully supportive partner helps immensely,” Prieto says of her sheriff husband. “There is a lot of common ground between us. We have worked together so long and have the same passions for public and community service. Our careers took off at the same time. We have been able to share an incredible journey.”

The Colusa County Sheriff ’s Department was recently awarded by the California Department of Boating and Waterways a $23,000 equipment grant to outfit five divers.

In conjunction with the equipment grant, the department has also been awarded a grant from the stimulus package for an additional part-time boating-safety officer. Currently, there is only one boating-safety officer in Colusa County. The part-time officer will work April through September to help during the busy season along the Sacramento River.

The dive team will service Colusa County with an emphasis on slower bodies of water such as East Park Reservoir, Letts Lake, the larger canals within the valley and some parts of the Sacramento River and Butte Creek, the latter two considered “swift-moving water.” “The last few years we’ve had to rely on outside agencies,” Lt. Shane Maxey said. “They’ve been very accommodating, but when you don’t have your own team you have to rely on the other agency’s time schedule.”

The dive team will respond to rescues, body recovery, evidence searches and recovery of property, such as a stolen vehicle, all in a water environment. “(The dive team) will give us an additional resource in the community and I’m hoping it will decrease our response time,” Maxey said. “If tragedy does strike, hopefully it will be a rescue rather than a

to be determined, but the option is open to all Colusa County Sheriffs.

Dive training will commence in Yuba City, with hands-on instruction in a swimming pool before the certification dive in the ocean. Not all five divers will train at the same time, due to personnel resources. “It will take additional intensive training to focus on the river if we choose to go that route, because it’s considered swift-moving water,” Maxey said.

Colusa County used to have a dive team in the 1990s. At the time members of the dive team bought their own equipment. According to Maxey, officers retired and positions were never filled. While many people have shown interest in being on the dive team, until now personnel weren’t willing to make the financial commitment of outfitting themselves, which is pricey.

Deputy Mike Bradwell, the Colusa County Boating Safety Officer, applied for the grant from the California Department of Boating and Waterways. The funds have yet to be received to purchase the necessary equipment to outfit the divers. The dive team and the additional parttime boating-safety officer will help the Colusa Sheriff ’s Department to be “more proactive rather than reactive in water-related incidents,” Maxey said. “The biggest help with that is the public being safe, wearing safety equipment, keeping an eye on your kids and using common sense,” he said.

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reality hits CHS

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By Zach Mehr

special to the WPR

For the past few weeks Colusa High School has been closely associated with the well known Music Television (MTV). It started when students of CHS came back from winter break and were asked if they would be interested in participating in a challenge day hosted and filmed

by MTV. For challenge day, held January 28, students from a school sit in gym and talk about what is truly bothering them in their lives.

Challenge day hits the deep issues students are experiencing. The goal is for the students to relate to the problems they are experiencing and for them to realize they are more alike one another than they might have thought, bringing them closer to each other. In the future these students won’t judge people on what they may look like on the outside, but to realize there is more inside people.

Most of the credit for the Colusa selection is given to Mrs. Barbra Hankins. As MTV was looking for

a school having a successful history with challenge day, Mrs. Hankins has proven to be one of the best hosts in the state, successfully conducting challenge day at CHS for the last ten years. Arnold Shapiro Productions, producers of the event, were looking for a small-world experience, and, as most people who live in the area know, this is the perfect small-world experience.

After the winter break, students over age 16 were given permission slips and a survey to fill out if they’d wish to participate in the event. At first the students responded poorly to the invitation. ”I was a little sad at first to see that I had only received 40 permission slips back from the students as my initial goal was 75. But I think students were either intimidated or shy about the event, and once they gathered a little more information about it they seemed to be

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more comfortable,” reported Mrs. Hankins. Mrs. Hankins was correct, she put a second call out to students and the number quickly jumped to 70, ultimately reaching the goal of 75. After the students were gathered, interviews were conducted with each student, asking them questions about their lives and how things were going. A few students were selected and were asked to take a bigger part in MTV’s involvement at the school.

They were followed, observed, and their actions were documented.

The event was a success, and the students await word as to when the show will air on the MTV network.

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omega nu, community supporter

By Elizabeth Kalfsbeek Writer & Contributor

The Omega Nu chapter of Colusa County is by definition a sorority, though the group is known more for its community involvement rather than for social activity. “(Omega Nu) is not a traditional sorority, but is more like a community club,” says publicity officer Ashley Indrieri.

The club was founded in 1939 and sponsored by the Chico chapter.

There are 32 active members and numerous active alumni and past members in the county.

“Omega Nu’s role in the community is to foster and support the continuing education of our county’s young people,” says Omega Nu president Julie LaGrande, whose one-year term ends in May. “Omega Nu strives

to be a resource for the young people of Colusa County as they pursue their educational goals and aspirations.”

The group awarded $14,000 in scholarships to applicants throughout the county in 2009.

They raise funds through various social events such as a dinner and dance every other spring, a rummage sale in the fall and a golf tournament this March. “We were blown away by what the students in the community have accomplished – and the overwhelming number of them,” Indrieri says. “It’s great to invest in them and see what they might offer the community in the future.”

Furthermore, the group also participates in the annual Yuletide food drive, sponsors kids to attend Woodleaf with their school and

also considers individual welfare requests, such as a foster child who needs school supplies or helping buy a couch for a single mother who left an abusive situation.

“Omega Nu also has a re-entry scholarship program for women who did not finish their education for whatever reason and would like to go back,” LaGrande says.

The sorority meets monthly, and holds special committee meetings as needed. An existing Omega Nu member must sponsor any new pledge. The club recently initiated 10 new members. A family member, Jody LaGrande Ehrke, recruited LaGrande herself into Omega Nu in 2004. “This is a generational club,” she said.

“Jody’s mother, Judy LaGrande, is a past member, and my mother-inlaw, Kristine LaGrande, is a past member.”

Omega Nu’s major fundraiser this year is a golf tournament scheduled for Friday, March 26 at the Colusa Golf & Country Club. The club is presently signing up teams of four and soliciting sponsorships and donations to help underwrite the cost of the event. One hundred percent of the net proceeds is returned directly into the community. For more information, contact Omega Nu’s publicity officer Ashley Indrieri at 458-2591 or Christi Hoblit, Chair of the Gold Tournament Committee at 458-7734.

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My little mayberry essays of Colusa County On the Way to Somewhere Else

By Denise Denton-Rinzler SPECIAL TO THE WPR

Colusa is a place of refuge, of peace, of healing. I call it "My Little Mayberry." We found it seemingly by accident, on the way to somewhere else. We were waylaid by tree-lined streets, the Sutter Buttes, a slow, Deep South spirit in the wide, muddy river and 150-year-old homes creating the peacefulness and permanence tired souls seek.

We chose to ignore the mosquitoes, though they were very interested in us. "New Blood! New Blood!" they buzzed.

Elm trees line the streets, shading pickup trucks sporting Labrador retrievers eager for the next season. People here work mostly for themselves. Miles of agriculture surround the city like an emerald necklace, glittering to the horizon.

Not all beautiful. Not all serene.

Not heaven. But heavenly to a scarred soul and weary traveler. A place to have children and children's children.

A place to love your neighbor. You really have to because he's probably not going anywhere. A place you learn to live with your mistakes and face your own follies. Everyone knows you, what you've done or haven't done. Memories of 20 years ago are as warm as today's. You make mistakes, you keep living. It's not a life for the faint-hearted, frightened, or thin-skinned.

What it lacks in privacy, it pays in friendliness. A villago; knowing you can simply go to Chungs Market if you're feeling a bit lonely, buy a loaf of bread and surely at least three people will ask you how you are and listen, even if it's just idle curiosity.

At least there is curiosity. You exist.

Far cry from Milano or L.A... thank goodness!

Pollyanna

By Denise Denton-Rinzler SPECIAL TO THE WPR

Remember the story of Pollyanna?

She looked for the positive in all things, lost her faith, then regained it. Takes a rough spot to help us appreciate the smooth parts of the road, to confirm it’s the right way for us. Here are some Pollyanna examples from our lives in Colusa.

When Les Schwab came to town I was concerned about “name brand takeover.” They’ve turned out to be terrific, generous supporters of the community.

Feather River Bank morphed several times. It looked bad. What would happen to the great staff there? I believe the building would actually collapse without Marie Claire. Then Umpqua came along, kept the staff, provided coffee, even cookies, on Fridays. You can’t get better than cookies.

Our beloved Neapolitan mastiff died. A few weeks later we received a call from animal control volunteer Gayle Arant.

“We have a Neo down here. Want to have a look?”

I remember thinking how very unlikely it would be for this breed to show up in the Colusa shelter.

Probably an extremely ugly faced lab mix. He turned out to be a pure Neo, with a first class personality.

Courtney Elliott was an ace with the paperwork and helpful adoption information.

One more doggy example: We’d boarded at a large animal facility in another town , as boarding wasn’t available in Colusa. One of our dogs was diagnosed as having a rare disease.

The facility recommended he be put down immediately. Said I’d think it over. Passing Dr. Salazar’s office as we returned home, I impulsively turned in. Asked Dr. Salazar if he would mind giving a second opinion.

He re-ran the blood work, found it was a treatable skin problem and cured the dog within weeks.

Hopefully, you won’t feel this story went completely to the dogs.

May you have the joy of recognizing current rough roads for future smooth and right ones.

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A little girl’s view of boys, 1947 Contributed By Chaz Franklin

My mother Marilyn Franklin was an educator for 45 years. As an educator she was always involved in helping children learn. She passed away January 14, 2008. Having seen my mother in action as a principal and receiving help from her as a teacher, I was blessed when I found this little treasure of her past in some papers she had sneaked away in an unmarked box.

My mother was very astute and was always the brightest where education was concerned, both personally and professionally. So, it comes as no surprise that a comment like this would be made from her when she was only seven years old.

because after awhile they’ll either die or grow up into men!- and I like men!

Tommy, the boy who sits next to me at school, tried to kiss me last week and I just told him he was no gentlemen and he said, “you’re right, I’m only a boy!” So there you are again!

I think boys are horrid. Willie Winklewe call him Freckles because he has so many freckles you can’t see what he really looks like- put a teensy, weensy, fly in my ink well and it got out and crawled all over my copy book and the teacher said she couldn’t hardly make out my writing, but that all great people wrote badly. Well what do you know about that?

Yesterday, Louie Smith gave our teacher an apple with a big worm in it and when the teacher bit into it-the apple not the Boys worm- it crawled out and the teacher screamed and tipped over a big pitcher of (Monologue for a very little girl, water and spoiled her new dress! Yes, sir, Marilyn Franklin, second grade, boys are the limit.

1947) When I get married, I’m going to have Teacher: Do you like boys? a family of girls- and if God sends me a boy baby I’m going to wrap it up and Marilyn: I don’t. Of course I like my send it straight back to Heaven by special father but then he isn’t a boy…he’s a man. airplane. But, when I stop to think it over, But mother says, “ Your father is just a big I guess I’ll never get married; I’ll just live boy.” But I can’t exactly figure that out. with mother and father and have a cat He don’t look like a boy, he don’t act a bit and a dog and a parrot and a good time. like the boys who go to school with me. Don’t talk to me about boys- I don’t like They always try to act smart and show them and I never will- So there! off. I think boys are mighty silly but I supposed I’ll have to put up with them Now who can beat that? Well spoken.

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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 •••••••••••••••••• WILLIAMS COMMUNITY CENTER ASSOCIATION ACTIVITIES MONDAY NIGHT BINGO: CHANGES 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, February 17, 2010 at 1:00 P.M. Movie Day: Fourth Wednesday of the month, February 24, 2010 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 Sacramento Valley Museum. 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.

COMMUNITY BRIEFS

•••••••••••••••••• Sacred Heart Sodality in Maxwell will be holding their annual card party on Saturday February 6th at the Maxwell Elementary Elementary School Multi Purpose Room beginning at 11:30 AM. Please join us for a lovely salad bar luncheon followed by a fun afternoon of cards. Bridge, pinochle and whist will be played with lots of prizes, door prizes and some great raffle prizes. Admission is $12.00. For more information please contact Karen Riordan ar 438-2921 or riordan@frontiernet.net.

•••••••••••••••••• Arbuckle Community Crab Feed Saturday, February 6th, 2010 at the Arbuckle Golf Club. No Host Coctails at 6:00pm. Dinner at 7:00pm. $75 per person. Contact 530.458.3820 for tickets and more information.

•••••••••••••••••• Williams Community Blood Drive March 18, 2010, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Parkside United Methodist Church Located at 9th & G Streets Donor card or Photo ID required Must be 17 or older to donate (16 with parental consent) Minimum 110 pounds & generally healthy Please eat and drink plenty of fluids.

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HAVE A COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT? EMAIL THEM TO submissions@ williamspioneerreview.com •••••••••••••••••• Travel study program in Oaxaca, Mexico

weekend tours to nearby villages and markets will be optional. Dr. Peter Baird, associate professor of bilingual and multicultural education at Sacramento State, leads the travel study program. He is also the co-author of “Beyond the Border: Mexico and the U.S. Today.”

Registration for the travel study program is $2,100 and includes tuition, family homestay, Sacramento State academic credits, cultural classes and seminars. Airfare not included.

During the two-week homestay, participants will experience life as an Oaxaca native by staying with a local family. Save the Date!

Plan to attend one of the upcoming information sessions in Napa Hall.

Presentations will be offered from 6-8 p.m. on Feb. 23, April 20 and June 8. The information sessions are free to the public and will be located at the College of Continuing Education, Napa Hall, Sacramento State, 3000 State University Drive East. For more information about the program, please contact: Professor Peter Baird (916) 2784916 • pbaird@csus.edu ••••••••••••••••••

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 21, 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 quilt made by Barbara Peterson will be raffled.

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There’s something for every age group to enjoy at the event - an Opportunity Table, a wonderful selection of homemade baked items prepared by the women of the church and a Fishing Booth for Kids. Tickets for the dinner 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.

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PARK SIDE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH CELEBRATES 130 YEARS! Parkside United Methodist Church in Williams will be celebrating its 130th Anniversary on Sunday, February 7, 2010. The celebration will begin during regular worship service at 11:00 a.m. and will continue after with food, fun and fellowship. The church is led by Pastor Pete Shell and is located at the corner of 9th and G Sts. ••••••••••••••••••

OUR LADY OF LOURDES PASTA FEED Saturday, February 6, 2010. 4pm to 8pm. St. Bernadettes Hall. Come enjoy a feast of: Pasta Alfredo, Spaghetti & Meatballs, Variety of Ravioli, Lasagna (Vegetarian & Meat), California Pasta Salad, Chicken Fettuccine, Cesar Salad, & Cheesy Garlic Bread Sticks. $10 Adults, and $5 Children 10 or Younger. Childern 2 or Younger FREE. Tickets available at OLL School or any OLL Student. Tickets available at the door the day of the event.

Sacramento State is offering a two-week travel study program in Oaxaca, Mexico, from July 9-24, 2010.

Program participants will strengthen their Spanish language skills while earning three units of undergraduate or graduate academic credit.

Participants will attend seminars focusing on public health issues in Mexico and factors that impact states such as Oaxaca. Guided

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Dear Citizens of Colusa, I would like to Thank all of those who participated and supported the 2009-Colusa Certified Farmers’ Market. It was a huge success, we were visited by hundreds of guests and had a great variety of vendors; Fresh Produce, Fresh Baked Goods, Hot Food, Local Cheeses, Hand-made crafts, Informational booths and more..

We are now gearing-up for the 2010-Colusa Farmers’ Market Season and are looking for volunteers who would be Interested in being a member of the Colusa Farmers’ Market board.

Any groups or persons interested in participating, please contact Melanie @ Colusa BVC—530-458-5525.

Come and be a part of something Great, Fresh Local Food!!

Great Community event, that supports local farmers and our County.

14 November 2009 On the above date, in the town of Arbuckle, California, something very special took place; a memorial for a local boy who fell during military duty on July 4, 2009 in Afghanistan.

This memo is not meant to dwell on the countless heart-breaks of other families who have lost a loved one under differing circumstances, but to commend those who so passionately assembled, a group of participants honoring Justin Casillas and his family. A further testimony to the uniqueness of the memorial was the response of the community, in great numbers, whose hearts went out to an individual and his family.

May we never forget the military service of young people abroad, sometimes allowing those at home to “take for granted our liberties,” to take a stand against those who would compromise the identity of America, once referred to as “A Nation Never So Conceived.”

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february is national heart month

heart attack, stroke and cardiac arrest warning signs Heart Attack Warning Signs Some heart attacks are sudden and intense — the "movie heart attack," where no one doubts what's happening.

But most heart attacks start slowly, with mild pain or discomfort. Often people affected aren't sure what's wrong and wait too long before getting help. Here are signs that can mean a heart attack is happening: • Chest discomfort. Most heart attacks involve discomfort in the center of the chest that lasts more than a few minutes, or that goes away and comes back. It can feel like uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain.

• Discomfort in other areas of the upper body. Symptoms can include pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw or stomach.

• Shortness of breath with or without chest discomfort.

• Other signs may include breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea or lightheadedness As with men, women's most common heart attack symptom is chest pain or discomfort. But women are somewhat more likely than men to experience some of the other common symptoms, particularly shortness of breath, nausea/ vomiting, and back or jaw pain.

Learn the signs, but remember this: Even if you're not sure it's a heart attack, have it checked out (tell a doctor about your symptoms). Minutes matter! Fast action can save lives — maybe your own. Don’t wait more than five minutes to call 9-1-1 or your emergency response number.

Calling 9-1-1 is almost always the fastest way to get lifesaving treatment.

Emergency medical services (EMS) staff can begin treatment when they arrive — up to an hour sooner than if someone gets to the hospital by car. EMS staff are also trained to revive someone whose heart has stopped. Patients with chest pain who arrive by ambulance usually receive faster treatment at the hospital, too. It is best to call EMS for rapid transport to the emergency room.

Stroke Warning Signs If you or someone with you has one or more of these signs, don't delay!

• Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body • Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding • Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes • Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination • Sudden, severe headache with no known cause

Immediately call 9-1-1 or your emergency response number so an ambulance (ideally with advanced life support) can be sent for you. Also, check the time so you'll know when the first symptoms appeared. It's very important to take immediate action. If given within three hours of the start of symptoms, a clotbusting drug called tissue plasminogen activator (tPA) can reduce long-term disability for the most common type of stroke. tPA is the only FDA-approved medication for the treatment of stroke

within three hours of stroke symptom onset.

A TIA, or transient ischemic attack, is a "warning stroke" or "mini-stroke" that produces stroke-like symptoms but no lasting damage. Recognizing and treating TIAs can reduce your risk of a major stroke. The usual TIA symptoms are the same as those of stroke, only temporary. The short duration of these symptoms and lack of permanent brain injury is the main difference between TIA and stroke.

Cardiac arrest strikes immediately and without warning. Here are the signs: • Sudden loss of responsiveness (no response to tapping on shoulders).

• No normal breathing (the victim does not take a normal breath when you tilt the head up and check for at least five seconds).

If these signs of cardiac arrest are present, tell someone to call 9-1-1 or your emergency response number and get an AED (if one is available) and you begin CPR immediately.

If you are alone with an adult who has these signs of cardiac arrest, call 9-1-1 and get an AED (if one is available) before you begin CPR. Use an AED as soon as it arrives.

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Heart attack and stroke are life-anddeath emergencies — every second counts. If you see or have any of the listed symptoms, immediately call 9-1-1 or your emergency response number.

Not all these signs occur in every heart attack or stroke. Sometimes they go away and return. If some occur, get help fast!

Today heart attack and stroke victims can benefit from new medications and treatments unavailable to patients in years past. For example, clot-busting drugs can stop some heart attacks and strokes in progress, reducing disability and saving lives. But to be effective, these drugs must be given relatively quickly after heart attack or stroke symptoms first appear. So again, don't delay — get help right away!

Statistics Coronary heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death in the United States. Stroke is the No. 3 cause of death in the United States and a leading cause of serious disability. That's why it's so important to reduce your risk factors, know the warning signs, and know how to respond quickly and properly if warning signs occur.

Act in Time The American Heart Association and the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute have launched a new "Act in Time" campaign to increase people's awareness of heart attack and the importance of calling 9-1-1 immediately at the onset of heart attack symptoms.

The above information is courtesy of the American Heart Association. For more information visit www.americanheart. org. Additional information can also be found at www.cdc.gov.

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It’s the dead of winter, but look what’s going on in my garden!

Bulbs are peeking out to check the weather. Tonight’s bouquet includes Lily of the Valley.

Oranges, hanging like huge grapes.

This late variety is Robertson Navel, which is seedless and hardier than the Washington Navel variety. The later ripening usually means more sun to sweeten the fruit in its final stages of ripening. This is actually a dwarf variety that often bears more fruit than the standard type.

Perhaps an early spring is in order?

Look at the new growth and buds on this daylily.

This slow-growing oddity was planted about 20 years ago. For many years lots of people couldn’t see what I thought was so neat about this tree. Hopefully now you can see for yourself. Its branches

shoot up at random throughout the year, then the side shoots pop out a vibrant green and grow straight downward. The main lower limb is like a huge bicep on a man’s arm, flexing his muscle.

For those of you who haven’t experienced a blood orange, a truly unique experience in citrus fruit, hardier than most citrus to the cold.

Just to show you that if you take a minute to look around your garden now, you’ll find lots to enjoy and anticipate for spring.

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Del Norte Clinics, Inc. Está patrocinando al Servicio Comunitario del Consulado Mexicano Móvil el día 20 de Febrero, del 2010 en la Escuela Secundaria de la ciudad de Colusa, localizada en el 901 Colusa Avenue en ciudad mencionada. El consulado Mexicano estará ofreciendo el servicio de la matricula consular y el pasaporte mexicano para la comunidad. Este es un muy importante servicio por que previene de que personas pierdan el día en su trabajo para obtener tan importante servicio.

El Del Norte Clinics, Inc. Estará ofreciendo, gratis chequeos médicos durante el evento de este día y tendremos representantes de diferentes agencias sin fines de lucro que estarán ofreciendo y proveyendo de cualquier información o servicios varios que sirvan a la comunidad. En adición tendremos comida Mexicana disponible a precios muy razonables y también tendremos algunas rifas para los participantes que asistan al evento.

Louis Cairo’s hosted a very successful wine tasting event entitled Wine & Dine for the Community, January 31. Several award winning vineyards were on hand featuring their wines proving samplings for over 200 attendees. Proceeds from the event went to Citizens for a Better Williams. (Photos Courtesy of Richard Lau, laus-photography.smugmug.com)

El consulado estará sirviendo únicamente a las personas que tengan cita.

Por favor llamar al 1-877639-4835 para arreglar su cita para matriculas o pasaporte.

Por favor incluye este día en tu agenda y por favor menciónalo en la próxima misa en español.

Gracias por anticipado por apoyarnos en tan importante evento que es de gran servicio a la comunidad.

La sección completa en el periódico español siguiente

z (Photo Courtesy of Pat Ash) Many local dignitaries were on hand for the momentous event.

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