http://www.madraspioneer.com/ Stories from the Madras Pioneer (c)2010, Eagle Newspapers, Inc. All rights reserved The wild horse races drew many people to the Jefferson County Fair last week, which recorded an attendance of 19,160, which was down by around 1,000 people from the year before. "Other than the helicopter ride that didn't show, the fair went very well this year," said fairgrounds manager Sandy Forman. Favorite attractions included the Kids' Pedal Tractor Pull. "It was a huge hit. I know a couple of families that scheduled their whole week around the tractor pull," Forman said. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13743/attendance-tops-19000-wild-horse-races-popular Wed, 28 Jul 2010 14:23:59 GMT 13743 Two months after shots were fired at officers during separate traffic stops in Madras and Warm Springs, police have arrested a second suspect in the incidents. Aldo Antunez Sr., 31, was wounded in an exchange of gunfire before he was apprehended in Warm Springs July 22. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13744/police-fire-on-wound-suspect Wed, 28 Jul 2010 14:23:59 GMT 13744 The economic future of Culver got a major boost last week, when Mid-Columbia Lumber Products announced its expansion into the former Seaswirl Boats plant in Culver. "We intend to be an important part of the community in Culver," said Tim Stovall, president, general manager, and part-owner of Mid-Columbia since 2007. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13745/lumber-company-buys-seaswirl-site Wed, 28 Jul 2010 14:23:59 GMT 13745 Aging boilers in need of repairs were discussed at the July 26 meeting of the 509-J School District Board of Directors. Human responses director Darryl Smith gave a facility update, noting the boiler at Metolius Elementary is very inefficient at heating the building and may be cracked. He said the district has accumulated $170,000 in state energy credits to use for facility upgrades, and the boiler may have to be replaced. The cost was estimated at $250,000. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13746/aging-boilers-school-concern Wed, 28 Jul 2010 14:23:59 GMT 13746 Federal officials are preparing to take action against the Warm Springs Housing Authority for failure to appropriately manage federal housing funds. After the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development identified deficiencies in the way federal housing funds were managed during a July 25, 2008, site visit, Lee Jones, public affairs officer for HUD, said the department has never received an adequate response to the findings and concerns. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13747/hud-prepares-to-take-action-against-wsha Wed, 28 Jul 2010 14:23:59 GMT 13747 While Warm Springs officials await a warning letter and investigation by federal housing authorities, the status of the Warm Springs Housing Authority remains in limbo. In March, the U.S. Housing and Urban Development Department's Northwest Office of Native American Programs issued a warning letter citing a variety of concerns about the tribes' compliance with requirements for receiving $1.4 million in funding each year. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13748/calica-responds-to-report Wed, 28 Jul 2010 14:23:59 GMT 13748 Wilbur and Catherine Heath of Cottage Grove were among the 21 pilots and 37 people who flew into the Madras Airport July 22 during the Oregon Antique and Classic Aircraft Club's tour. "When he turned 40 he learned to fly because he wanted a hobby after he retired," said Catherine Heath. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13749/aircraft-tour-visits Wed, 28 Jul 2010 14:23:59 GMT 13749 Families that have been budgeting to cope with the economic recession will get a boost from the third annual Our Community in the Park, Aug. 7 -- where everything is free! Our Community in the Park is an annual event presented by the churches of Madras to give back to the community, "Because it's the right thing to do," according to organizers. Everyone is invited to Friendship Park (by old Westside Elementary School on Fourth Street) Saturday, Aug. 7, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for free: http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13750/free-services-at-park Wed, 28 Jul 2010 14:23:59 GMT 13750 By John Bowler CRR Correspondent Attorneys for the Crooked River Ranch Water Co., Oregon Public Utility Commission and attorney general all managed to agree at the last minute July 19 on postponing a hearing by the PUC scheduled to take place in Salem on July 20. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13751/crooked-river-ranch-roundup Wed, 28 Jul 2010 14:23:59 GMT 13751 Joshua Luke White Nidya Burgos and Dennis White III of Warm Springs are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Joshua Luke White, at 11:06 a.m., July 19, at Mountain View Hospital in Madras. At birth, Joshua weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces, and measured 20 1/2 inches in length. He joins brothers, Angelo, 18, Nathan, 10, Jamal, 8, and Dennis, 2; and sisters, Shey, 12, Leslie, 14, Charlene, 4, and Tilly, 8. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13727/births-for-week-of-7-28-10 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:33:58 GMT 13727 . (PHOTO) http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13728/obituaries-for-the-week-of-7-28-10 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:33:58 GMT 13728 Wow. Shocking. After reading several takes on the WikiLeaks.org reports on the Afghanistan War, I can only respond with this: Tell us something we don't know. Was anything in this report a surprise to anyone? http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13729/wiki-what-leaks-of-no-real-surprise Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:33:58 GMT 13729 To the Editor, Too bad that this year's county fair was such a disappointment, at least to myself. Guess that old man Murphy had to employ his law. (Murphy's Law). Hundreds of feet of security fence were erected for the helicopter rides. Of course the helicopter pulled a no-show. For the carnival-goers, one of the main rides broke. Some of the exhibitors also pulled a no-show. The gate receipts were down probably due to our economy, or lack of. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13730/murphy-fair Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:33:58 GMT 13730 To the Editor , I hope that the story about Robert Irey and his accomplishments teaches everyone an important lesson. Robert lost 90 pounds. He didn't do it by spending large sums of money on equipment or dues to a fitness club. He did it by walking. That's all it took, walking to pay bills, walking to work, just walking. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13731/just-walk Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:33:58 GMT 13731 The wild horse races drew many people to the Jefferson County Fair last week, which recorded an attendance of 19,160, which was down by around 1,000 people from the year before. "Other than the helicopter ride that didn't show, the fair went very well this year," said fairgrounds manager Sandy Forman. Favorite attractions included the Kids' Pedal Tractor Pull. "It was a huge hit. I know a couple of families that scheduled their whole week around the tractor pull," Forman said. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13732/fun-filled-jefferson-county-fair Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:33:58 GMT 13732 Families that have been budgeting to cope with the economic recession will get a boost from the third annual Our Community in the Park, Aug. 7 -- where everything is free! Our Community in the Park is an annual event presented by the churches of Madras to give back to the community, "Because it's the right thing to do," according to organizers. Everyone is invited to Friendship Park (by old Westside Elementary School on Fourth Street) Saturday, Aug. 7, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for free: http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13733/our-community-in-the-park-returns Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:33:58 GMT 13733 Aging boilers in need of repairs were discussed at the July 26 meeting of the 509-J School District Board of Directors. Human responses director Darryl Smith gave a facility update, noting the boiler at Metolius Elementary is very inefficient at heating the building and may be cracked. He said the district has accumulated $170,000 in state energy credits to use for facility upgrades, and the boiler may have to be replaced. The cost was estimated at $250,000. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13734/metolius-school-boiler-a-concern Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:33:58 GMT 13734 Spectators enjoyed a wide variety of acts at the Fair Talent Show, at preliminaries Wednesday and finals Thursday evening. The overall winners in the adult category were the jazz dance team "Detour" with Megan Light, Kesh Phillips, and Kaylin Preston. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13735/dancers-are-top-talent-at-the-fair Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:33:58 GMT 13735 Country and Christian singer Susie McEntire will present a free outdoor concert at 4 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 1, at the Antelope Community Church. The concert is called "The Sound is Country and the Message is Christ." Families and individuals are invited to come to enjoy great Christian music and testimonies by McEntire. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13736/susie-mcentire-slates-antelope-concert Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:33:58 GMT 13736 Up to 190 vendors can be accommodated at the Madras Flea Market, which opened up July 16, in the new Madras Event Center. Business owner Eric Newsom and business partner Melissa Melting Tallow of Madras, have leased the former Madras Builders building at 180 N.W. B St., and are in the process of setting up the event center. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13737/madras-event-center-opens Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:33:58 GMT 13737 The Jefferson County Library District has been selected as one of only three Oregon libraries to win the 2010 Libri Foundation books grant. This year, the Libri Foundation will be matching private donations given to the library by individuals, and the Friends of the Library at a two-to-one ratio. The library has also been awarded an additional $450 for new math and science books. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13738/library-awarded-libri-books-grant Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:33:58 GMT 13738 Madras native Eric Runge's new group "ComedyLite" gave its initial performance July 17, at the Madras Elks Lodge to an appreciative audience of 75 people. The Portland performers included Runge, Amy Gray, Ralyn Miller, Les Ico, Brooke Chamberlain, Christopher Huizar, and Alan Baird. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13739/runge-performs-with-comedy-group Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:33:58 GMT 13739 Marlene Fargher and Travis Olson, both of Gilbert, Ariz., were united in marriage on May 25, in Las Vegas, Nev. The bride is the daughter of Greg and Joan Mathews of Terrebonne, and the late Gerry Chesley of Fort Bragg, Calif., and the groom is the son of Bud and Debbie Olson of Madras. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13740/lakeside-wedding-unites-fargher-olson Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:33:58 GMT 13740 All friends and relatives are invited to help George and Kathleen Flake of Culver celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary at a reception hosted by their children from 1 to 4 p.m., Saturday, July 31, at St. Patrick's Church. There will be a Mass and renewal of vows at the church, with the reception to follow at St. Pat's parish hall. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13741/flakes-celebrate-50th-anniversary Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:33:58 GMT 13741 Central Oregon author and speaker Jane Kirkpatrick will be at Shaniko Books 'N' More for a book signing, from 2 to 4 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 8. Kirkpatrick is the author of popular historical books including "Sheltered Promise," "All Together In One Place," "Homestead," "An Absence So Great," "A Flickering Light" and many more. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13742/author-kirkpatrick-signs-books-in-shaniko Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:33:58 GMT 13742 Marlene Fargher and Travis Olson, both of Gilbert, Ariz., were united in marriage on May 25, in Las Vegas, Nev. The bride is the daughter of Greg and Joan Mathews of Terrebonne, and the late Gerry Chesley of Fort Bragg, Calif., and the groom is the son of Bud and Debbie Olson of Madras. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13726/reception-for-fargher-olson-newlyweds Thu, 22 Jul 2010 15:49:44 GMT 13726 The sudden and unexpected closure of the Ashwood Post Office has residents of the tiny community up in arms. On July 13, residents arrived at the post office to find that the postal clerk, Bob Ware, had been dismissed, and the office, open daily from 8 a.m. to noon, was closed. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13715/town-fights-to-keep-post-office Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:26:01 GMT 13715 Wild horse racing, helicopter rides, and family activity centers are just a few of the new attractions at this week's Jefferson County Fair, July 21-24. Oregon folk-country singer Alexis Ebert will headline the entertainment at the Friday night concert. The 20-year-old Ebert is on the cutting edge of the international Americana movement and her music was featured in the film and soundtrack "Confessions Of A Teenage Drama Queen." http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13716/jefferson-county-fair-runs-july-21-24 Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:26:01 GMT 13716 Two local men have made it their mission to keep the issue of homelessness on people's minds. Walt Chamberlain, Madras city councilor and pastor of the Madras Christian Church, and Gary Buss, who is retired and active in the Living Hope Christian Center, hope the community -- officials, interested citizens and the homeless -- will join them for a Town Hall Meeting on Homelessness Thursday, July 22, from 6-8 p.m. at the Jefferson County Senior Center. The meeting is one of six Town Halls across Central Oregon scheduled for the same day and time -- in Bend, Redmond, Prineville, Sisters and La Pine, besides the local meeting. Each is part of a regionwide effort, organized by participants in the 10-Year Plan to End Homelessness, to figure out what can be done about homelessness. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13717/homelessness-on-agenda-at-area-town-halls Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:26:01 GMT 13717 A second suspect is wanted for attempted murder in connection with May 20 incidents in which two men fired at police officers in Madras and Warm Springs. According to Detective Tanner Stanfill, of the Madras Police Department, Aldo Inez Antunez, 31, is wanted for nine counts of attempted murder, three counts of unlawful use of a weapon, and attempting to elude police. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13718/suspect-wanted-in-shootings Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:26:01 GMT 13718 A bat found last week in the Madras area has tested positive for rabies. The bat had contact with several cats, but no human contact took place, according to Tom Machala, director of the Jefferson County Health Department. The health department said this is the first bat to test positive for rabies in this county since 2003. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13719/rabid-bat-found Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:26:01 GMT 13719 Men clearing weeds near the intersection of Fairgrounds Road and the Culver Highway spotted a young cougar the morning of July 20. Carl McCary, owner of Carl Sr. Landscaping, who does weed abatement for the city of Madras said, "We were cleaning a couple of lots on the hill there when my son saw it just sitting there in the tall grass watching me." "We'd been working about 1 1/2 hours before we saw it. That was amazing, because the three of us were working with weed eaters and making a lot of noise," he said. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13720/men-sight-cougar-by-homes Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:26:01 GMT 13720 The Madras-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce has put some teeth behind buying local. On June 8, the chamber board of directors unanimously passed a resolution giving preference awarding to Jefferson County businesses. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13721/chamber-votes-to-buy-locally Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:26:01 GMT 13721 Madras will be one of the stops, July 22, for some 100 planes flying in the Oregon Antique and Classic Aircraft Club's annual tour. The seven-day tour will leave from Cottage Grove on July 17, and arrive in Madras on July 22 to display their antique, classic and experimental aircraft. The display will be free and open to the public from 2 p.m. until dusk. The Madras Elks Lodge will be serving a tri-tip barbecue dinner with dessert for $11 per person at 6 p.m., according to Tracy Berg of Berg Air. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13722/antique-aircraft-arrive-july-22 Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:26:01 GMT 13722 By Debbie Lyons Culver correspondent "I love politics," said Laura Dudley, Culver's newest City Council member. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13723/dudley-new-on-culver-city-council Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:26:01 GMT 13723 By John Bowler CRR Correspondent Improbable as it may seem there were indications last week that serious attempts are being made to settle the Crooked River Ranch Water Co.'s 10 years of disputes with its members, the Oregon Public Utility Commission and the state attorney general. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13724/crooked-river-ranch-roundup Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:26:01 GMT 13724 The Oregon Department of Transportation will hold an open house for residents of Cherry Lane in Madras to discuss the U.S. 97/Cherry Lane project. The open house will be from 5:30 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, July 27, at the Madras fire station, 765 South Adams Drive. At the open house, ODOT would like to discuss and verify the results of a recent survey sent to residents in the project area. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13725/odot-to-hold-open-house-on-cherry-lane-project Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:26:01 GMT 13725 Wednesday, July 21 - Opening Day, Veterans Day, Free til 3! FFA/4-H Exhibitor Meeting, Livestock Show Ring 7:00 a.m. FFA/4-H Swine Market 9:00 a.m. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13714/2010-fair-exhibitors-schedule Wed, 21 Jul 2010 11:33:25 GMT 13714 Wednesday, July 21 Opening Day, Veterans Day and Free til 3! Veteran's Breakfast (Pavilion) 8.30 a.m. Opening Ceremonies 9:30 a.m. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13713/2010-fair-entertainment-schedule Wed, 21 Jul 2010 11:25:58 GMT 13713 PUBLIC NOTICE The Jefferson County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider the adoption of an ordinance entitled "IN THE MATTER OF ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO THE JEFFERSON COUNTY ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT". The hearing will be held on Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at 1:30 PM, in the Board of Commissioners Meeting Room. This will be the time and place for all interested persons to appear and present testimony on the proposed ordinance. A copy of the proposed ordinance is available for inspection at the Jefferson County Board of Commissioners Office located at 66 SE "D" Street, Madras, Oregon. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13711/7-21-10-public-notices Wed, 21 Jul 2010 10:00:10 GMT 13711 TRUSTEE'S NOTICE OF SALE Reference is made to that certain trust deed made by Byron Dale Durgan and Dawn Durgan, husband and wife, as grantor, to Transnation Title Insurance Company, as trustee, in favor of Chase Bank USA, N.A., as beneficiary, dated 03/02/06, recorded 03/09/06, in the mortgage records of Jefferson County, Oregon, as 2006-001375 and subsequently assigned to U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006-CH2, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-CH2 by Assignment, covering the following described real property situated in said county and state, to wit: That portion of the Southeast quarter of Section 26, Township 11 South, Range 13 East of the Willamette Meridian, Jefferson County, Oregon, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the Easterly line of said Section 26, a distance of 3561.50 feet Southerly from the Northeast corner of said Section 26; thence at right angles to said Easterly line, South 89 degrees 22' 30" West 217.80 feet; thence parallel with said Easterly line, South 0 degrees 37' 30" East a distance of 200.00 feet; thence at right angles to said Easterly line, North 89 degrees 22' 30" East a distance of 217.80 feet to a point on said Easterly line, which point is 200.00 feet Southerly of the point of beginning; thence along said Easterly line, North 0 degrees 37' 30" West 200.00 feet to the point of beginning. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 3696 S ADAMS DR MADRAS, OR 97741 http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13712/7-21-10-trustee-notice-of-sales Wed, 21 Jul 2010 10:00:10 GMT 13712 PUBLIC NOTICE The Jefferson County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider the adoption of an ordinance entitled "IN THE MATTER OF ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO THE JEFFERSON COUNTY ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT". The hearing will be held on Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at 1:30 PM, in the Board of Commissioners Meeting Room. This will be the time and place for all interested persons to appear and present testimony on the proposed ordinance. A copy of the proposed ordinance is available for inspection at the Jefferson County Board of Commissioners Office located at 66 SE "D" Street, Madras, Oregon. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13709/7-21-10-public-notices Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:57:21 GMT 13709 TRUSTEE'S NOTICE OF SALE Reference is made to that certain trust deed made by Byron Dale Durgan and Dawn Durgan, husband and wife, as grantor, to Transnation Title Insurance Company, as trustee, in favor of Chase Bank USA, N.A., as beneficiary, dated 03/02/06, recorded 03/09/06, in the mortgage records of Jefferson County, Oregon, as 2006-001375 and subsequently assigned to U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006-CH2, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-CH2 by Assignment, covering the following described real property situated in said county and state, to wit: That portion of the Southeast quarter of Section 26, Township 11 South, Range 13 East of the Willamette Meridian, Jefferson County, Oregon, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the Easterly line of said Section 26, a distance of 3561.50 feet Southerly from the Northeast corner of said Section 26; thence at right angles to said Easterly line, South 89 degrees 22' 30" West 217.80 feet; thence parallel with said Easterly line, South 0 degrees 37' 30" East a distance of 200.00 feet; thence at right angles to said Easterly line, North 89 degrees 22' 30" East a distance of 217.80 feet to a point on said Easterly line, which point is 200.00 feet Southerly of the point of beginning; thence along said Easterly line, North 0 degrees 37' 30" West 200.00 feet to the point of beginning. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 3696 S ADAMS DR MADRAS, OR 97741 http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13710/7-21-10-trustee-notice-of-sales Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:57:21 GMT 13710 Lulu Johnson Madras resident Lulu Lyla (Fry) Johnson died July 19, 2010, at the age of 87. Graveside services will be at 11 a.m., Friday, July 23, at Mt. Jefferson Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements are by Bel-Air Colonial Funeral Home of Madras. A full obituary will appear in next week's Pioneer. . http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13696/services-set-for-johnson-benson Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:16:32 GMT 13696 Wild horse racing, helicopter rides, and family activity centers are just a few of the new attractions at this week's Jefferson County Fair, July 21-24. Oregon folk-country singer Alexis Ebert will headline the entertainment at the Friday night concert. The 20-year-old Ebert is on the cutting edge of the international Americana movement and her music was featured in the film and soundtrack "Confessions Of A Teenage Drama Queen." http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13697/its-fair-week Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:16:32 GMT 13697 As the only Jefferson County vendor, EZ Touring Motorcycle Covers had a corner on the market when 7,000 motorcycles rolled in for the BMW rally in Redmond, July 15-18. Madras resident Betty Cook owns the three-generation business, which she runs with daughter Jody Stewart, her daughter, and Mandy Hernandez, her granddaughter, who are both seamstresses. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13698/local-business-at-bmw-rally Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:16:32 GMT 13698 . LaVonne Griffin http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13699/obituaries-for-week-of-7-21-10 Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:16:32 GMT 13699 The Madras Pioneer garnered four awards in the Oregon Newspaper Publisher Association's Better Newspaper Contest. The awards were announced at the ONPA summer convention, held July 15 and 16, in Salem. The Pioneer was judged against other weekly newspapers with circulations of 3,501 or more. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13700/pioneer-garners-four-onpa-awards Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:16:32 GMT 13700 Concerns about family heart problems and being overweight prompted Robert Irey of Madras to start walking. The 43-year-old Irey is a familiar face to many because he has worked at Erickson's Thriftway for the past 24 years as the frozen food manager. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13701/irey-tackles-beamer-walk Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:16:32 GMT 13701 Fresh fruit and vegetables, flowers, baked goods, and unique arts and crafts items are all part of the ever-changing mix at Madras Saturday Market. The market, held on the shady lawns of Sahalee Park, runs June 5 to Sept. 4, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Madras Saturday Market began six years ago at Friendship Park, then moved to Sahalee Park four years ago. There is something new every week, as new vendors arrive, musicians perform and special events are featured. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13702/saturday-market-surprises Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:16:32 GMT 13702 Snap Shots photo has moved to a shop with better location and more parking. "There's better parking here, and a yard where I can do outdoor photos," said Charity Dubisar, who co-owns the store with her mother Cindy Dubisar. Some 50 people attended the ribbon cutting and free barbecue on July 8, at the shop located at 546 S.W. Fourth St., across the street from Erickson's Thriftway. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13703/snap-shots-relocates-to-fourth-street Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:16:32 GMT 13703 The recent Madras-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors call to give county business preference when making higher-cost purchases deserves praise. It's somewhat controversial. Several chamber-member businesses could take offense to the point of stopping their membership. But it's a risk worth taking. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13704/chamber-board-puts-its-money-where-its-mouth-is-on-buying-local Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:16:32 GMT 13704 To the Editor, We protest the closing of the Ashwood post office. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13705/ashwood-closing Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:16:32 GMT 13705 To the Editor, On Tuesday, July 13, two representatives of the United States Postal Service came to our small town of Ashwood and closed our post office down. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13706/poor-postal-call Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:16:32 GMT 13706 The Movin' Mountains Slimdown Challenge is done for 2010, and we hope that participants had a chance to experience the joy of improved physical health, try a few activities that were new, and embrace some lifestyle changes that will be permanent. We honor the winners, but realize there are many stories to tell beyond those first three places, stories that we hope will inspire and lift up all of us as we journey together toward better health. There were stories of learning to use physical fitness as a tool to manage or even delay the onset of chronic disease. One participant from Warm Springs is just trying to stave off progression to diabetes. An athletic person by nature, he had allowed his weight to creep up over the years, and was identified as at-risk for diabetes. He began the Warm Springs Diabetes Prevention Program, and had already lost 34 pounds when he entered the health challenge in March. His percent of improvement for the 16 weeks of the health challenge was 11 percent, furthering his ability to keep diabetes at bay. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13707/mountains-of-inspiration Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:16:32 GMT 13707 By Dave McMechan http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13708/determination-produces-an-incredible-life-change Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:16:32 GMT 13708 Madras will be one of the stops, July 22, for some 100 planes flying in the Oregon Antique and Classic Aircraft Club's annual tour. The seven-day tour will leave from Cottage Grove on July 17, and arrive in Madras on July 22 to display their antique, classic and experimental aircraft. The display will be free and open to the public from 2 p.m. until dusk. The Madras Elks Lodge will be serving a tri-tip barbecue dinner with dessert for $11 per person at 6 p.m., according to Tracy Berg of Berg Air. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13692/100-vintage-aircraft-arrive-june-22 Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:11:36 GMT 13692 Caroline Marie Richardson Ceejay and Casey Richardson of Madras are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Caroline Marie Richardson, at 7 p.m., July 9, at Mountain View Hospital in Madras. At birth, Caroline weighed 5 pounds, 14.6 ounces, and measured 18 1/2 inches in length. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13693/births-for-week-of-7-21-10 Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:11:36 GMT 13693 The Madras Class of 1980 will hold its 30-year reunion on Saturday, Aug. 7. Saturday's events will begin with a golf tournament with 8 a.m. tee-off at Desert Peaks Golf Club in Madras. It will be a four-person scramble and the cost is $20 per person, plus $10 per person for a cart. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13694/mhs-class-of-1980-to-hold-reunion Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:11:36 GMT 13694 By Debbie Lyons Culver correspondent "I love politics," said Laura Dudley, Culver's newest City Council member. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13695/dudley-new-on-culver-city-council Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:11:36 GMT 13695 Boston's Jacoby Ellsbury is still rehabilitating from a rib injury he sustained during an outfield collision April 11, while Darrell Ceciliani continues to lead the Brooklyn Cyclones in batting average. Ellsbury has been in Florida working his way back from fractured ribs after missing all but nine games this season due to the injury, and the outfielder resumed baseball activities last week after working out at the Athletes Performance facility in Arizona for more than a month. He has underwent some scrutiny in the Boston papers for rehabilitating for so long away from the team, but Ellsbury appears to be on his way back to the Boston starting lineup soon, according to reports. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13690/ellsbury-still-on-shelf-ceciliani-continues-to-hit Wed, 21 Jul 2010 07:33:25 GMT 13690 Local Duck and Beaver fans will be settling things on the golf course come Saturday, July 24. Desert Peaks Golf Course is the site of the First Annual UnCivil Golf Bash. The tournament, sponsored by the Oregon Club of Jefferson County, will include a two-man scramble format, pitting two Duck fans against two Beaver believers. The tournament, to begin with a shotgun start at 9 a.m., will be limited to the first 72 players to register. The cost is $50 per person, which includes the 18 holes of golf, a cart, gift bag (personalized to your team affiliation) and a barbecue lunch following play. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13691/duck-club-golf-tourney-july-24-at-desert-peaks Wed, 21 Jul 2010 07:33:25 GMT 13691 For two days at the Corwin Les Schwab Arena, area cowboys and cowgirls will compete during the annual Jefferson County Rodeo July 23-24. As part of the Northwest Professional Rodeo Association, the Jefferson County Rodeo features bareback riding, steer wrestling, breakaway roping, tie-down roping, team roping, cow milking, saddle bronc riding, barrel racing and bull riding. "We're very excited about our rodeo this year," said Sandy Forman, who is the Jefferson County Fairgrounds coordinator. "We have a lot more entries this year and it should be a lot of fun once again." http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13684/jefferson-county-rodeo-july-23-24 Wed, 21 Jul 2010 07:30:10 GMT 13684 Wakeboarders soared through the air July 17 and spectators let them hear about it on Lake Billy Chinook during the 13th Annual Sundance Water Sports wakeboarding and water ski contest held on the Crooked River Arm. Just over 50 boats filled with spectators cheered as novice to advanced wakeboarders screamed past them competing for bragging rights and enjoying ideal lake conditions. "We had great water, great weather and I'm not sure we could have asked for better conditions," said event coordinator Russ Brewer. "We could have used a few more contestants, but overall it was a fantastic event once again." http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13685/wakeboarders-go-big Wed, 21 Jul 2010 07:30:10 GMT 13685 Second-year head coach Clyde Powell and his head assistant coach Rick Wells are hosting a Madras football camp at Kah-Ne-Ta with hopes of bonding their team. Participants will engage in team-building activities that are football related and non-football related as well. "This will be a great opportunity for the players to get back together and build a sense of camaraderie," Powell said. "I think it's important to build a team relationship at these camps and the kids will have a lot of fun." http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13686/powell-wells-hosting-football-camp Wed, 21 Jul 2010 07:30:10 GMT 13686 Ian Goodwin and Brandon Hunt earned top point honors in their respective age group and the Madras Swim Club placed fourth overall last weekend at the Jay Rowan Invitational held at the Cascade Aquatic Center in Redmond. Bend Swim Club placed first in the overall team standings with 840 points, followed by host Cascade (579), Oregon City (533) and Madras (278) in the invitational that featured 11 swim clubs in all. "We had some very good swims and I was really proud of our entire team," Madras Swim Club head coach Bobby DeRoest said. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13687/goodwin-hunt-lead-mst Wed, 21 Jul 2010 07:30:10 GMT 13687 If your child would like to participate in youth tackle football this fall, parents must register players by Aug. 1. The program, which is ran by the Bend Park and Recreation District, welcomes student athletes in the fourth, fifth and sixth grades for the 2010-1011 school years. All participants from Jefferson County will play together. "This is a great opportunity for kids to learn the basics of tackle football," said Carl Lindgren, who helps organize the Jefferson County players. "We really need to get players registered as soon as possible." http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13688/deadline-nearing-for-youth-tackle-football-registration Wed, 21 Jul 2010 07:30:10 GMT 13688 MAC Dash seeking volunteers for Sept. 11 event The MAC Dash Committee is seeking volunteers to help with the third annual MAC Dash sprint triathlon Sept. 11, at the Madras Aquatic Center. The event also features a Mini MAC Dash and a duathlon - all of which need volunteers. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13689/july-21-briefs Wed, 21 Jul 2010 07:30:10 GMT 13689 For the second consecutive year, I was paid to hang out on Lake Billy Chinook. That's right; I was actually given money to spend time on the banks of LBC and on boats to take pictures of the annual Sundance Water Sports wakeboarding and water ski competition. I had to get up on Saturday and Sunday mornings, bathe in SPF 50 to protect my movie star like skin and dress in swim trunks, T-shirt and sandals. My my, life is rough sometimes. Seems hard to imagine, but it's true and I enjoyed the competition once again. There is only one problem with the event -- lack of participants. Why? I'm not sure other than people are perhaps scared to ride in front of hundreds of spectators. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13683/how-i-see-it-by-joe-mchaney Wed, 21 Jul 2010 07:30:10 GMT 13683 SCHEDULE FRIDAY , JULY 23 Auto Racing http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13682/july-21-scoreboard Wed, 21 Jul 2010 07:29:24 GMT 13682 Two years after an onsite review of Warm Springs Housing Authority's program found numerous violations, a federal agency is preparing to take enforcement action. According to Lee Jones, Northwest regional public affairs officer for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the department sent a letter of warning to the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs on March 26. The letter, sent out by the HUD Grants Evaluation Division, was the beginning of a formal process, Jones said. It was addressed to Tribal Chairman Ron Suppah Sr., with copies to Jody Calica, secretary treasurer, and Scott Moses, acting executive director of the Warm Springs Housing Authority. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13671/hud-prepares-action Wed, 14 Jul 2010 14:28:49 GMT 13671 For Jeanne Mendazona and Bart Carpenter, honorees in last weekend's Relay For Life activities, cancer didn't broadcast its presence. One day life was normal, and the next, it was forever changed. "I never felt bad," said Mendazona, a pharmacist, who discovered a small lump in one breast last September. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13672/diagnosis-changes-patients-lives Wed, 14 Jul 2010 14:28:49 GMT 13672 Oregon talent will headline this year's Jefferson County Fair, July 21-24, with a Friday night concert by Oregon folk and country singer Alexis Ebert. The 20-year-old Ebert is on the cutting edge of the international Americana movement and her music was featured in the film and soundtrack "Confessions Of A Teenage Drama Queen." "She performed last year on Wednesday night, and she just recently signed with Sony, so she's up and coming. It was harder to get up and coming artists this year, but she was available," said fairgrounds manager Sandy Forman. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13673/oregon-talent-headlines-county-fair Wed, 14 Jul 2010 14:28:49 GMT 13673 Madras will be one of the stops, July 22, for some 100 planes flying in the Oregon Antique and Classic Aircraft Club's annual tour. The seven-day tour will leave from Cottage Grove on July 17, and arrive in Madras on July 22 to display their antique, classic and experimental aircraft. The display will be free and open to the public from 2 p.m. until dusk. The Madras Elks Lodge will be serving a tri-tip barbecue dinner with dessert for $11 per person at 6 p.m., according to Tracy Berg of Berg Air. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13674/antique-airplanes-to-stop-in-madras Wed, 14 Jul 2010 14:28:49 GMT 13674 An hour and 40 minutes after a hearing on High Desert Organix's proposed composting operation was scheduled to begin on July 7, all the parties involved finally sat down before the Jefferson County Commission to formalize an agreement. Prior to the official continuation of the hearing, attorneys representing the county, High Desert Organix, and a group of neighbors who opposed the location of the composting operation, had been meeting to hash out details of a compromise. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13675/composting-operators-neighbors-finalize-agreement Wed, 14 Jul 2010 14:28:49 GMT 13675 Police are asking for the public's help to find a woman who escaped Saturday night from the back of a Bureau of Land Management law enforcement vehicle after she was arrested for driving under the influence of intoxicants. The 40-year old Warm Springs resident, Carla Hazel Charley, was last seen handcuffed running toward a wooded area in the dark along the Deschutes River at Maupin City Park. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13676/police-looking-for-escapee Wed, 14 Jul 2010 14:28:49 GMT 13676 With grasses and weeds at an all-time high, the risk of a quickly spreading fire is greatly elevated and should be on the minds of residents as Central Oregon experiences hotter weather this month. "To reduce the risk of homes catching fire during a brushfire event, we strongly recommend that residents mow weeds and grasses down to four inches or less to prevent the rapid spread of fire and embers," said Katie Lighthall, program director for the FireFree wildfire prevention program. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13677/mow-weeds-to-be-fire-free Wed, 14 Jul 2010 14:28:49 GMT 13677 A team of bankers has joined Pete McCabe to serve customers at South Valley Bank & Trust in Madras. Joining McCabe, who is the vice president and senior commercial loan officer of the branch, are Janice Marshall, branch manager, Shari Durgan, commercial loan officer, Tina Jorgenson, Carla Burtis and ArristaBelle Duff, all personal bankers, and Tina Patton, customer service representative. All six were formerly at Columbia State Bank. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13678/banking-team-moves Wed, 14 Jul 2010 14:28:49 GMT 13678 By John Bowler CRR Correspondent This past week Crooked River Ranch was in a suspended state of activity and news after the flurry of Independence Day events that took place on July 3. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13679/crooked-river-ranch-roundup Wed, 14 Jul 2010 14:28:49 GMT 13679 After seeing a decrease in May, home foreclosure numbers in Oregon increased during the month of June, according to the latest figures released by Eugene-based Gorilla Capital, the state's largest purchaser of homes sold at foreclosure auction. Jefferson County recorded 23 notices of default, an increase of 21 percent from May. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13680/county-sees-increase-in-foreclosures-for-june Wed, 14 Jul 2010 14:28:49 GMT 13680 The Oregon Department of Education confirmed July 7, that Madras High School will be getting a federal $3,707,840 School Improvement Grant, superintendent Rick Molitor reported at Monday night's board of director's meeting. "We did very well. We have the second highest funding of any of the 12 schools," said Molitor. He said the DOE's decisions were based on, "what the school's plans look like, what they consist of, and the impact on students." He noted the DOE liked the programs that were already in place at MHS to work toward student improvement. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13681/mhs-plans-for-37-million-grant Wed, 14 Jul 2010 14:28:49 GMT 13681 TRUSTEE'S NOTICE OF SALE Reference is made to that certain trust deed made by Byron Dale Durgan and Dawn Durgan, husband and wife, as grantor, to Transnation Title Insurance Company, as trustee, in favor of Chase Bank USA, N.A., as beneficiary, dated 03/02/06, recorded 03/09/06, in the mortgage records of Jefferson County, Oregon, as 2006-001375 and subsequently assigned to U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006-CH2, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-CH2 by Assignment, covering the following described real property situated in said county and state, to wit: That portion of the Southeast quarter of Section 26, Township 11 South, Range 13 East of the Willamette Meridian, Jefferson County, Oregon, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the Easterly line of said Section 26, a distance of 3561.50 feet Southerly from the Northeast corner of said Section 26; thence at right angles to said Easterly line, South 89 degrees 22' 30" West 217.80 feet; thence parallel with said Easterly line, South 0 degrees 37' 30" East a distance of 200.00 feet; thence at right angles to said Easterly line, North 89 degrees 22' 30" East a distance of 217.80 feet to a point on said Easterly line, which point is 200.00 feet Southerly of the point of beginning; thence along said Easterly line, North 0 degrees 37' 30" West 200.00 feet to the point of beginning. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 3696 S ADAMS DR MADRAS, OR 97741 http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13670/7-14-10-trustee-notice-of-sales Wed, 14 Jul 2010 10:10:27 GMT 13670 CITY OF MADRAS PUBLIC NOTICE A Public Hearing is scheduled before the City of Madras Planning Commission in order to take testimony or comments on a Conditional Use Application (CU-10-1) and a Site Plan Application (SP-10-2) for the Madras Bowl located in Township 11, Range 13, and Section 1 CC Tax Lot #4401 and lies within the Commercial-2 (C-2) Zoning District. The subject property is located east of Highway 97 on the corner of A Street between 6th and 7th Street. The applicant has requested approval from the City of Madras to add 2,000 square feet of additional commercial use and 2,000 square feet on the second floor which is planned for residential use. The property is located http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13668/7-14-10-public-notices Wed, 14 Jul 2010 10:10:27 GMT 13668 To the Editor, My tremendous thanks go to all who were involved this past weekend at Sahalee Park for the Madras Centennial events. If you were able to enjoy some/all of the events, keep in mind that it was a huge volunteer effort to pull off the opening ceremonies, entertainment, Sister City visitors from Tomi City, Japan, heritage displays, souvenir items, games, contests, Centennial quilts, dog show, awards, sound systems, ice cream distribution, raffle, food vendors, skits, car show, Sunday church service and parade. These events offered something for nearly every person attending. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13669/the-centennial Wed, 14 Jul 2010 10:07:43 GMT 13669 Don't mess with a guy in his garage. The Oregon Liquor Control Commission was established nine days after the repeal of prohibition, during a special session of the Oregon Legislature, held under the shadow of fear of the chaos an alcohol business free of government control would surely render onto society. It's been in the crosshairs for years by those who think it's overbearing, antibusiness, monopolistic, outdated and a waste of precious government funds. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13666/time-to-end-the-olcc Wed, 14 Jul 2010 10:07:43 GMT 13666 To the Editor, With the recent losses of our dear friends John Houck, Mac Lange, and Ruth Rufener I am reminded at how brief life is and how easy it is to take for granted the good things and good people in our lives. So before I die (or retire in a few more years) I simply wanted to express my thankfulness to so many of you who have and continue to enrich our lives in this community of Madras and Jefferson County and who have helped my family and me for these past 28 years. In July of 1982, I was looking for work. The memory of wonderful people like Oscar Lange and Sumner Rodriquez, who had worked heroically to help my wife's family after the horrific fire of 1966, drew us naturally to Madras. In August, I was hired by 509-J to teach second grade students in Warm Springs. I am very thankful for all the people of our school district who have made these years of teaching children from Warm Springs and Metolius possible and successful. I give thanks to the parents and families who have entrusted their precious children into my care. I give thanks to the patrons and supporters of our district for the facilities, materials, and leadership provided through the efforts of the members of the school district's board of directors. I am grateful for the leadership of my administrators over the years and for the support and camaraderie of my fellow teachers and all of the support staff that have made success possible. I especially thank the teachers' union leadership through these years that has worked with all parties to ensure a safe and stable teaching experience for all the teachers and students in our district. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13667/inspired-thanks Wed, 14 Jul 2010 10:07:43 GMT 13667 Oregon talent will headline this year's Jefferson County Fair, July 21-24, with a Friday night concert by Oregon folk and country singer Alexis Ebert. The 20-year-old Ebert is on the cutting edge of the international Americana movement and her music was featured in the film and soundtrack "Confessions Of A Teenage Drama Queen." "She performed last year on Wednesday night, and she just recently signed with Sony, so she's up and coming. It was harder to get up and coming artists this year, but she was available," said fairgrounds manager Sandy Forman. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13655/oregon-talent-headlines-county-fair Wed, 14 Jul 2010 09:08:53 GMT 13655 The Oregon Department of Education confirmed July 7, that Madras High School will be getting a federal $3,707,840 School Improvement Grant, superintendent Rick Molitor reported at Monday night's board of director's meeting. "We did very well. We have the second highest funding of any of the 12 schools," said Molitor. He said the DOE's decisions were based on, "what the school's plans look like, what they consist of, and the impact on students." He noted the DOE liked the programs that were already in place at MHS to work toward student improvement. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13656/mhs-plans-for-37-million-grant Wed, 14 Jul 2010 09:08:53 GMT 13656 Jefferson County Relay for Life, held over the weekend, has raised $38,526, with pledges still coming in. "I think it will easily be over $40,000 gross," said Relay co-chair Shari Durgan. That's just under the $43,000 which was raised at last year's Relay event, which helps fund cancer research. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13657/relay-for-life-raises-over-38000 Wed, 14 Jul 2010 09:08:53 GMT 13657 "The saddest dog came into the shelter last week," said Renee Davidson, Jefferson County animal control officer. "She is a poodle mix who was hit by a car and left to fend for herself in the heat with flies, no water and no food," Davidson said of the pup named "Suzy" who has injuries to her back legs. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13658/injured-pooch-left-to-fend-for-herself Wed, 14 Jul 2010 09:08:53 GMT 13658 The grand opening of Beyond Words Spa and Hair Design, owned by Jodie Hume and Michelle Stensgar, is Wednesday, July 14, from 2 to 6 p.m., at 221 S.E. Seventh St., Madras. There will be several drawings, including two free tickets to the Casting Crowns concert in Bend. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13659/friends-open-beyond-words-spa-and-salon Wed, 14 Jul 2010 09:08:53 GMT 13659 KEITH Manufacturing Co. is proud to announce Kasey Williams as the 2010 recipient of the Keith Foster Engineering Scholarship Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation. Williams, of Redmond, is a 2010 graduate of Redmond's International School of the Cascades and plans to attend Oregon State University in the fall, where he will study mechanical and chemical engineering. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13660/williams-garners-keiths-scholarship Wed, 14 Jul 2010 09:08:53 GMT 13660 Hair styling problems gave 8-year-old Crystal Coe the chance to help others and herself at the same time. On July 3, she scheduled an appointment at Hair Lines Salon in Culver, where Shawna Clanton snipped off 14 1/2 inches of Crystal's hip-length hair. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13661/girl-donates-tresses-to-locks-of-love Wed, 14 Jul 2010 09:08:53 GMT 13661 By Debbie Lyons Culver correspondent http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13662/culver-student-raises-funds-for-diabetics Wed, 14 Jul 2010 09:08:53 GMT 13662 Madras resident Denise Gabriel, a single parent raising a son and two grandkids, has been chosen to receive the next home from Jefferson County Habitat for Humanity. The house is actually a former Habitat home, that is being reassigned after the previous family moved. Gabriel found out about the Habitat program from a friend and coworker, who also wrote a letter of recommendation for her. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13663/grandmother-raising-grandkids-to-receive-habitat-home Wed, 14 Jul 2010 09:08:53 GMT 13663 Perfect weather greeted the group of 23 injured soldiers and their escorts for a weekend of free flyfishing during the first Warriors on the Water event, June 11-13, organized by Greg and Monica Service of Madras. Held at the Riffle Ranch on the Deschutes River, the event was put on by a crew of volunteers as a way of thanking the soldiers for their military service and sacrifices. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13664/warriors-on-the-water-a-relaxing-weekend-for-wounded-soldiers Wed, 14 Jul 2010 09:08:53 GMT 13664 A retirement party for longtime Madras Christian School teacher Diane Gibbons will be held from 5 to 8 p.m., Sunday, July 25, at the Madras Seventh-Day Adventist Church's multipurpose room. All friends and students are invited. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13665/retirement-party-for-teacher-diane-gibbons Wed, 14 Jul 2010 09:08:53 GMT 13665 The Madras High School class of 2000 is holding its reunion this weekend, July 16-18. Friday, 1 p.m., meet at Tiger Mart to go to The Cove; 6 p.m., dinner at Charlie’s Pizza; 10 p.m., Appaloosa Lounge. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13654/mhs-class-of-2000-reunion-this-weekend Wed, 14 Jul 2010 09:08:10 GMT 13654 Addison Lee Baggett Teresa and Lee Baggett of Madras are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Addison Lee Baggett, on June 10, at St. Charles Medical Center in Bend. At birth, Addison weighed 8 pounds, 13 ounces, and measured 21 1/2 inches in length. She joins sisters, Ashton, 18, Kortney, 15, Kacee, 8, Kinlee, 5, and Emma Jo, 2. http://www.madraspioneer.com/archives/story.aspx/13652/births-for-week-of-7-14-10 Wed, 14 Jul 2010 09:05:24 GMT 13652 . 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