Here, There, and Everywhere
From our weekly issue dated December 31, 2008
A MARINE’S MESSAGE - Cpl. John Granville, USMC, a graduate of Illinois Valley High School, phoned his mom, Chris Granville, and his wife, Patty, in Selma on Dec. 25 to wish them a Merry Christmas. Posted in Iraq, he told them that the temp was 90. When told that Illinois Valley had a white Christmas, the Marine in harm’s way advised his wife to drive carefully. He added that he wished he was in snow. And notes his mom, he’ll get his wish, as he is to be assigned to the USMC Winter Warfare Base near Bridgeport, Calif. in the High Sierras. His sister is Joanna Gavlik, married to Jeff Gavlik, deputy chief of Illinois Valley Fire District. The soldier’s late father, John, also served in the Marine Corps.
YOUNG RIDERS - Members of the I.V. Equestrian Club are working to raise $1,800 for the group to attend competitive events. Early in December, “Rosa, Lorraine, Mali, Liz and Winona” bagged groceries at Shop Smart Food Warehouse in Cave Junction to help raise the amount. They’re planning to bag again in January, and said that they greatly appreciate free-will donations. Donations via check to I.V. Equestrians can be sent to I.V. High School; or take them or send them to Country Folks Restaurant, 18101 Redwood Hwy., Selma OR 97538.
HYPOTHERMIA HAZARD - Exposure to cold, usually in temperatures below 50 degrees F., can cause hypothermia when coupled with wind, wet clothing and fatigue, said Oregon Health Dept. If the body’s core temp goes below 95, severe hypothermia can lead to death. Children should be monitored hourly in cold weather to ensure that their clothing is dry. Elderly persons also are more susceptible, especially if their homes are inadequately heated. Checking with them periodically is suggested. For more information visit emergency.cdc.gov/disasters/winter/staysafe/hypothermia.asp.
DESIGNATE OUTSTANDING - Illinois Valley Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominees for its 2008 Citizen of the Year and Business of the Year awards program. The deadline for submissions, based on 2008 services, is Jan. 26. For either category, nominations are to include specific achievements, volunteer services, leadership and other commendable activities. Forms are available from the chamber office in the I.V. Visitor Center, or use a blank sheet of paper. Nominations, including the name and contact information of the nominator, are to be sent to P.O. Box 312 in Cave Junction; or take them to the office.
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NOTEPAD - A blood drive will be conducted by the American Red Cross on Thursday, Jan. 29 from 1 to 6 p.m. at I.V. Senior Center. To sign up or for more information phone (800) 448-3543 … A fuel break on Buckhorn Ridge, southeast of Elder Mountain, is proposed by the U.S. Forest Service’s Wild Rivers Ranger District to help protect the valley from wildfire. Comments are due by Jan. 23. Phone 592-4000 for more information ... Newspaper slips: Experienced lady driver will chauffeur car to Texas for meals and lodging. Excellent references. Handy with fools. *Capping the festivities was the clowning of the homecoming queen. *The farmer apologized for his late arrival in court, stating that he had to milk his crows without help … Wall signs: *The nicest place in the world is right beside a friend. *Deja Moo: The feeling that you’ve heard this bull before … Bumper sticker: Watch Out For the Idiot Behind Me.
LAST WORDS - In the present circumstances, no one can afford to assume that someone else will solve their problems. Every individual has a responsibility to help guide our global family in the right direction. Good wishes are not sufficient; we must become actively engaged. (H.H. the XIV Dalai Lama)
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