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SCAMMING SENIORS Financial exploitation crimes are rampant – and expected to grow

By PAUL DAQUILANTE Of the News-Register Today, in part one of a two-part series, reporter Paul Daquilante looks at some of the ways Financial exploitation can have such a older adults are targeted, and how to avoid significant impact on older adults, especially scams. In part two, coming Friday, June 11, he those who are isolated or lack a social sup- talks to a local woman who fought back. port system. Oregon Department of Human Services way possible against exploitation, he said. Adult Protective Services Administrator Victims are no strangers to Billie McNeely Marie Cervantes knows this all too well. and Devrey Hachenberg. “With the aging demographics here in McNeely is the state elder financial Oregon and nationally, financial exploitation exploitation specialist for Adult Protective “There are so many cases. You think you’ve is unfortunately forecast to grow,” said Mike Services with the Department of Human McCormick of the ODHS Office of Aging Services. heard the worst. Then it gets worse.” and People with Disabilities. Vulnerable adults must be protected in any See CRIMES, A6 — Billie McNeely, Oregon elder financial exploitation expert

YAMHILL COUNTY Board takes a new vote; Kulla reverses earlier stand Citizens express both support and opposition on vaccine resolutions By NICOLE MONTESANO Of the News-Register After debate and confusion on Thursday, Yamhill County Com- missioners held a new vote on two resolutions opposing vac- cine checks by local businesses and organizations. The county received at least 19 letters from residents in support of the re-vote, after Commis- ioner Casey Kulla asked to have the reconsideration placed on the agenda. The resolutions had passed for the second time on a vote of two to one, with Kulla voting in opposition. Commissioners Mary Starrett and Lindsey Berschauer pressed Kulla to explain why he was Marcus Larson/News-Register changing his vote. Third Street will be closed to cars, but open to diners Friday evenings and all day Saturday and Sunday throughout the summer for McMinnville Dine Kulla said that, on reflection, Out(side). The program will expand to Thursday nights, too, starting July 4. Other summer activities, such as outdoor shows at Gallery Theater in he felt he was not serving the July, also are planned along with the al fresco dining. community well with his vote. “Commissioner Berschauer, my position all along has been that we should not be recom- mending or telling businesses what they should do and your presentation to the community has been that this is legally bind- Sun’s out, fun’s out ing,” Kulla said. He noted that resolutions are “essentially a policy statement,” Many traditional summer events return this year, joined by a few newer ones but said he became concerned that they still had the ability to The News-Register staff weekend of June 19. Look for more details in a they can just “travel” by donating to Habitat’s coerce business owners. After being canceled in 2020 because of the News-Register story prior to the event. housing programs. Registration costs $25 per Last week, commissioners pandemic, many popular summer events will n Lemonade Day signups, June 10 from 1-3 person or $75 for a group. For more informa- received 58 letters in support of return this year. Here are some highlights: p.m. Kids can enroll at Serendipity on Third tion and registration, go to the Habitat website, banning vaccination checks in Street for the Aug. 21 event. Each child who machabitat.org. the county, although not all of JUNE enrolls will receive a coupon for a small ice n Carlton will host a scaled-down version them were from county residents, n The first Latinx Market, June 12-14, with cream cone. Lemonade Day backpack drive- of its annual Fun Days event on Saturday, and one was so heavily redacted tastings at several Yamhill County wineries through pickup events are set for June 19 June 26. Although there will be no parade, it made its intent unclear. from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and other and 26 from 10 a.m. to noon in the Chamber the fun will include booths in Ladd Park and, “Dear Commissioners: I am a events Sunday and Monday. Tickets are $60, Parking Lot, 417 N.W. Adams. For more infor- if COVID rates allow the pool to open, free [redacted] I am also the [redact- and proceeds will benefit AHIVOY, a nonprofit mation, visit lemonadeday.org/mcminnville/ swimming. Shanny’s Run will take place both ed.] I have been at the [redacted] organization that helps Latino and Hispanic n McMinnville Habitat for Humanity’s Run, in-person and virtually. Organizers said they since [redacted],” the letter said. vineyard workers. Go to the website, ahiv- Walk, Ride fundraiser will take place virtually hope to attract more volunteers so they can “Prior to that I was [Redacted oyoregon.org, for more information. on June 19. Participants can run, walk or bike State University]. I have been n Sheridan Hometown Days will return the on their own, covering 5 or 10 kilometers. Or See SUMMER, A3 a [redacted] for [redacted]. I am now faced with the loss of my employment and the career I loved because [redacted) is COMMUNITY EVENTS requiring covid-19 vaccine for all employees.” McMinnville bank robbery YAMHILL CO. FARM BUREAU SCHOLARSHIPS Two $2000 college scholarships The author’s name was also are available to full time students who have completed one year of college redacted. study directed toward a degree in a field related to agriculture. Requirements Many of the letters echoed lan- suspect taken into custody and application can be found at: www.oregonfb.org/scholarships or call guage comparing the checks to the practices of Nazi Germany, The News-Register staff The robbery count is a Class the Farm Bureau office at: 503-472-9123. Application materials are due by A suspect who robbed the B felony and the theft a Class August 1, 2021. See VOTE, A2 McMinnville branch of Chase C felony. MCMINNVILLE TOASTMASTERS CLUB Meets every Wednesday, 12:00pm to Bank, 1676 N. Highway 99W, Shortly before noon, officers 1:00pm at the McMinnville Public Library in the Carnegie Room. Stop in and Wednesday morning was quick- were dispatched to the bank on learn public speaking and leadership. ly taken into custody. the reported robbery, according Ashton James Lay, 26, of to McMinnville police. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS Tuesdays (enter on First Street) 7:00-8:00pm Willamina, was lodged in the The first patrol car arrived and Fridays (enter on Washington Street) Noon-1:00 p.m. First Baptist Wine bar Yamhill County Jail on one less than one minute after Church (125 SE Cowls Street, McMinnville.) Visit www.oa.org receiving the call. count each of first-degree theft Lay starts its and second-degree robbery. Bail It was reported the suspect was set at $157,500, pending Service Provided by Macy & Son Funeral Directors engines A5 135 NE Evans, McMinnville | 503.472.6151 | macyandson.com

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WEATHER McMinnville area Local climate, past 7 days FRIDAY High Low Precip. Thursday 62 48 .13 Friday 70 49 -- Rusty Rae/News-Register H 77 Saturday 83 40 -- An employee of American Heating Inc. of Portland was transported by McMinnville Fire Department ambulance to the L 51 Sunday 86 46 -- Willamette Valley Medical Center after suffering a diabetic reaction Thursday morning while working on a downtown Monday 90 50 -- building in the 600 block of Northeast Third Street. A ladder truck responded to bring the worker off the roof of the building. Tuesday 97 54 -- Mostly sunny, He was not identified, but was believed to be in his early 30s, according to Ron Meissner of The Grant Company of Mt. WSW winds 10 to 15 mph Wednesday 90 57 -- Actual June to date 0.0 Angel, the general contractor on the Troon Vineyard Tasting Room construction project, adjacent to Two Dogs Taphouse. SATURDAY Average June 1-30 1.53 Third Street, between Ford and Galloway, was blocked while the rescue took place. Actual year to date 16.24 H 65 Average year to date 18.87 Average Jan.1-Dec. 31 39.74 L 43 Recorded at McMinnville Airport at 5:30 a.m. daily. M=missing data. Partly cloudy, Commissioners balk at W winds 10 to 15 mph Historical temperatures Spring SUNDAY June High Low Precip. committee appointment Average 77 48 1.53 H 65 Extreme 110 31 5.46 The News-Register staff ry Committee as part of the Has From records 1894 to present consent agenda, without dis- L 45 Yamhill County commis- ! Temperature extremes sioners last week rescinded a cussion. Sprung Partly cloudy, Oregon extremes for the 24 hours directive to the county requir- On May 27, however, WSW winds 10 to 15 mph ending at 5 a.m. Thursday: ing parental consent to teens Commissioners Mary Star- SPRUCE UP YOUR YARD FOR SUMMER High temp: Hermiston ...... 103 15 and older to receive the rett and Lindsay Berschauer WITH OUR COMPOST, SOIL BLENDS, BARK, AND ROCK! MONDAY Low temp: Brookings...... 50 balked at a request by the High precip: Redmond ...... 0.02 COVID-19 vaccine. The same day the board RIAC committee to appoint H 67 Source: National Weather Service issued the directive, the community activist Philip Higgins to a seat. L 44 Local warnings county learned from the Ore- gon Health Authority that They argued that the Mostly cloudy, No advisories are in effect for Yamhill, Lincoln, Tillamook it was illegal, and stopped position notice had been WSW winds 5 to 10 mph counties. Source: Weatherbug. following it. However, they removed from the county TUESDAY asked the staff to bring back website too early, although Tides at Yaquina Bay for consideration a require- County Administrator Ken H 67 High tide Low tide ment that the county notify Huffer said it had remained Friday parents of teens who obtain up until a week after the L 43 9:01 a.m. (5.5) 3:17 a.m. (1.9) the vaccine without parental committee had voted on its Mon-Sat 8–5:30 • 503-434-1671 9:32 p.m. (7.6) 2:50 p.m. (1.4) consent. recommendation. Huffer 2200 NE Orchard Ave, McMinnville Partly cloudy, Saturday Commissioners also said that he would ensure SW winds 10 to 15 mph 10:11 a.m. (5.5) 4:11 a.m. (1.2) www.RecologyOrganics.com 10:06 p.m. (7.9) 3:36 p.m. (2.0) approved purchases of that in the future, notices The sun Sunday equipment and software remain up until the board has Sunrise Sunset 11:11 a.m. (5.7) 4:55 a.m. (0.5) for the county transit sys- voted on the appointment. Fri. 5:26 a.m. 8:56 p.m. 10:38 p.m. (8.0) 4:18 p.m. (2.4) tem, approved a contract for Kulla said the committee Sat. 5:26 a.m. 8:56 p.m. Monday had received four applicants Sun. 5:25 a.m. 8:57 p.m. cleaning bus shelters and 12:03 p.m. (5.9) 5:34 a.m. (0.0) to the position and inter- Mon. 5:25 a.m. 8:58 p.m. 11:08 p.m. (8.2) 4:58 p.m. (2.8) approved placement of a new bus shelter at the Northwest viewed all of them twice, Christian Church. before making its recom- GOVERNMENT CALENDAR Commissioners usual- mendation that the board ly appoint new members to appoint Higgins. MONDAY, JUNE 7 434-7302. county committees readily Commissioners Starrett Dayton City Council: 6:30 p.m., Willamina City Council: 6 p.m., and with little discussion; in and Berschauer directed the city hall annex, 408 Ferry St., West Valley Fire District Hall, February, they unanimous- committee to re-advertise the 503-864-2221. 825 N.E. Main St. Information: ly approved new member position for two weeks and Newberg City Council: 6 p.m. 503-876-2242. Bruce Hubbard to the county then bring back a recommen- work session, 7 p.m. business, Yamhill Fire Protection District: Road Improvement Adviso- dation to the board. Public Safety Building, 401 E. 7:30 p.m., fire hall, 275 S. Third St., 503-537-1283, www. Olive St., 503-662-4653. newbergoregon.gov/meetings.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 9 respecting factual evidence TUESDAY, JUNE 8 & scientific knowledge.” Amity School Board: 6:00 p.m., Vote Amity Fire Board: 8 p.m., fire virtual meeting / school district Continued from A1 Val Blaha of McMinnville hall, 700 S. Trade St., 503-835- offices, 807 Trade St., 503-835- wrote, “I’m a local business 2311. 2171. or expressing fears of losing owner, parent, music instruc- Carlton Fire District: 7 p.m., Yamhill City Council: 7 p.m., tor, and nearly 20-year fire hall, 343 W. Roosevelt St., city hall, 115 E. First St., 503- personal freedoms. Carlton, 971-241-7741. resident of Yamhill County. 662-3511. Phylicia Reed wrote that … knowing whether some- Dayton School Board: 7 p.m., Yamhill Soil & Water Conserva- she is a resident of the coun- via Zoom / district board room, one is vaccinated provides tion District Board: 7:30 a.m., ty, and believes that “Vaccine us with information that we 780 Ferry St., 503-864-2215. Miller Woods Conference Room, passports infringe on priva- McMinnville City Council: 15580 N.W. Orchard View can use to decide the level cy and create segregation of potential risk involved 5:30 p.m., via Zoom / civic Road, McMinnville, 503-472- between those vaccinated hall, 200 N.E. Second St., 503- 1474, ext. 5. when interacting. I know and those who are not. It that my younger music stu- THANK YOU is a major overreach for dents are not vaccinated, so MAIN SQUEEZES! government to require them I am exceedingly careful so The note indicated he was and it goes against our basic armed with what purported that any interactions in my Bank human rights.” studio do not endanger them to be a “dangerous or dead- She said that wearing Continued from A1 ly weapon.” further. I know that my adult LemonadeDay.org/McMinnville masks is a punishment for students are vaccinated, and entered the bank and gave Alert witnesses outside children younger than 12, so we are able to interact a teller a note demand- the bank told officers the who are not yet eligible for without masks (if they feel ing money. The suspect, suspect had removed his vaccination. comfortable doing so). described as a white male shirt and ran southbound on Camille Bahar wrote, Northeast McDaniel Lane. “Asking about vaccination in his 20s and wearing a “it is immoral to require status is certainly a bridge bright yellow shirt, received Lay was contacted a short anyone to disclose person- too far for many businesses, Dads & Grads an undisclosed amount of time later in Wortman Park al medical information in especially those who rely money before fleeing on and taken into custody. order to obtain basic needs on workers who aren’t paid Special Show Case foot. such as food and shelter. Police expressed their enough to have to deal with Saturday, June 12 The amount was thanks to the citizens who … Though some will argue potentially hostile custom- 12pm–5pm described as “$1,000 provided information that one can still shop and ers, or who simply don’t or more,” according to a regarding the suspect that still enter businesses with a have the time or resourc- district attorney’s informa- resulted in Lay’s quick mask if they choose not to es. But others are able tion charging document. apprehension. take the vaccine, this again and choose to do so, and singles out the individual shouldn’t be discouraged as unvaccinated and opens from it.” up opportunity for further discrimination.” Sheila Barnes, who operates an Airbnb in OwNERShiP Of CONTENT: News This week, letters from McMinnville, wrote that (ISSN 1081-6631) and advertising prepared in whole or numerous county resi- B09 TMJ Generations in part by the News- Register staff “There might have been The News-Register is published every dents, several of them some rationale behind this Tuesday and Friday by becomes the property of the News- business owners, took a Exclusively at Timmreck & The News-Register Publishing Company Register. Permission in writing must resolution, but following McNicol Jewelers be obtained before said news or different approach, enlarg- discussions on social media 611 N.E. Third Street P.O. 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News-Register/McMinnville, Oregon Friday, June 4, 2021 A3 At Killdeer, distilling among the wineries By STARLA POINTER a business where both could oak; and rye. Killdeer also Of the News-Register work. produces gin, vodka made Killdeer Distilling opened “We had confidence ... or with corn and wheat, and its tasting room in September blind stupidity, to think we old world-style absinthe 2020. could do what we dreamed made with wormwood and “We waited for the forest about,” he said. two dozen other herbs and fires and the election and They knew they could botanicals. A newer offering, the pandemic,” said distiller do it, and they were willing vanilla bean and espresso Colin Fisher, who runs the to put in the long hours it liquor that is slightly sweet business with his wife, Kate would require — “amazingly and lower proof, is very pop- Coulter. hard work, but something we ular. They’ve been making sin- enjoy,” Fisher said in retro- The liquor is good for gle malt whiskey, vodka, spect. pouring over ice cream, in absinthe and other liquors They started looking at addition to sipping, she said. since 2018 in the country- land in Yamhill County, She uses Killdeer vodka to side northeast of Yamhill where brother and sister-in- add spice to pasta sauce, too. and Carlton and northwest law Grant Coulter and Renée Fisher and Coulter said of Newberg, at 20000 Wind Saint-Amour own Hundred they are constantly experi- Ridge Road, off Northeast Suns Wine. menting and creating new Ribbon Ridge Road. But it took awhile before products or subtle flavor Visitors to the Killdeer they found the right place. variations. “All manner of tasting room, the only place In fact, Coulter had just madcap things,” she said. the products are available, given birth to their second For instance, adding rye to may find Coulter or Fish- child when her husband Marcus Larson/News-Register their bourbon to give it “the er driving the tractor, doing found the Wind Ridge Kate Coulter and Colin Fisher of Killdeer Distilling take a moment to relax on the deck of spiciness we love,” she said, carpentry, filling barrels or property. In fact, their new their tasting room in the Ribbon Ridge hills northeast of Carlton and Yamhill. and putting a touch of citrus bottles, or getting another daughter was 3 days old into gin makes it perfect for batch ready for distilling. when Coulter saw their new and tasting room, converting ground and is known for its found out they would be gin and tonics or martinis. “We believe in being trans- home for the first time. a former pole barn where chattering call. staying at home most of the They discovered that add- parent,” he said. “It’s a mom “It felt right,” Coulter said. sheep had been kept. He took The distillery’s namesake time, rather than going to ing mint to absinthe gives and pop business. You never “This was it.” that building down to the birds are common on the school with their friends due it a natural green hue, dis- know what you’ll see us studs and rebuilt the walls, family’s property. “So cute,” to the pandemic. tinct from the synthetic green doing,” he said. Not only is it in an idyllic adding shelving, windows, Coulter said. Rye, 8, and Maisy, who of mass-produced absinthe The Coulters, both orig- country setting, but it’s also doors and trim made from Their small farm also turned 6 on May 12, both found in liquor stores. inally from California, met close to Ewing Young Dis- reclaimed wood. is home to a garden and a now have started hybrid “It’s fun to come up with online while both were living tillery and many wineries, He outfitted the tasting “baby vineyard” — one- learning at Ewing Young recipes,” Fisher said. “With in Portland. He worked for such as Styring Vineyards, room with a table made from fourth of an acre of grapes Elementary School in the small batches, we can vary a retail company, installing Utopia, Brickhouse and Ara- an old sign used at Vista that someday will find their Newberg district. things. They’re all good and fixtures in new stores across menta Cellars. Like good Hills Winery, where he had way into brandy — and They sometimes help glue interesting, but each is dif- the country. She worked neighbors, they help each worked. Barrels of liquor, at numerous animals, including labels onto bottles for their ferent.” long-distance for a company other by attracting customers various stages of aging, are chickens, sheep (Katie knits parents’ products. Tasting costs $10 in the in New York. to all of the businesses. lined up along one wall. and spins), a dog, and two Killdeer tasting room. For They enjoyed sharing a “We refer people to each Fisher also designed black kittens who keep mice Killdeer Brewing makes more information, call drink. His hobby was mak- other,” she said. “It’s like a their label, which features a away. three whiskeys: 100% corn 503-421-3881, or go to the ing liquor. They decided they family up here.” drawing of a killdeer, a type The kittens arrived just whiskey; bourbon aged in distillery’s website, www. wanted to turn the hobby into Fisher built the production of plover that nests on the after the couple’s daughters new American charred white killdeerdistilling.com.

July 4, with shows at 7:30 shows will feature an F-22 Volunteers are needed. Summer p.m. and, on the holiday Raptor, the US Air Force Volunteer meetings are Some city festivals canceled, itself, 1:30 p.m. in the arena Thunderbirds and “The being held at 6:30 p.m. on Continued from A1 in St. Paul. Fireworks will Para-Commandos,” accord- the first Tuesday of each others return in different form follow evening shows and ing to the show’s website. month at TNT Motorsports, bring back more activities at The News-Register staff series of gatherings in the a parade will move through Attendees will park in 2720 N.E. Bunn Road, the 2022 Fun Days. Some cities will host park, but Band on the Run town at 10 a.m. on the large spaces, 20-by-20 or McMinnville. their usual summer festi- 2 will happen July 24. n The annual Garden Tour, Fourth. 20-by-25 feet, either on the For more information, go vals this year, although they featuring four local resi- runway or on the taxiway Lafayette: Lafayette will to www.cruisingmcminn- may be smaller or modified. dential gardens, will return JULY nearby. Each space will not have its usual Fourth of ville.com. Others have canceled them Sunday, June 27, with the have room for picnicking, July children’s parade nor n Turkey Rama will return for the second time since theme “Life in the Garden.” setting up chairs or watch- the picnic in the park that Friday through Sunday, SEPTEMBER the pandemic started. Cost is $10 for the tour, ing from their vehicles. usually follows it. July 9 to 11, with activities n which runs from 10 a.m. to Tickets range from $150 The Wine Country Amity: The Amity McMinnville: No fire- 3 p.m. such as a “Gobble It Up” event with turkey specials to $275 per vehicle and Half-Marathon will happen Pancake Breakfast was can- works. Turkey Rama will The McMinnville Garden at local eateries. In addi- can be ordered through the Sept 3 to 12 virtually. Run- celed, but that has changed: be modified; the UFO Fes- Club sponsors the event, tion, the McMinnville Area website, at oregonairshow. ners and walkers can set It will happen. tival, Oregon Air Show and which also includes a free Chamber of Commerce will com/mcminnville-tick- their own pace and course Carlton: No Carlton Fun Scottish Games will return. Garden Faire with shopping host a turkey-themed scav- ets-2021/ as they run 5 kilometers, 13 Days parade, although a for plants, garden art and Newberg: The Old-fash- enger hunt throughout July. miles or other distances. Go smaller-scale event will other items from 9 a.m. to ioned Festival will return. Go to the Chamber website AUGUST to the website for details, happen June 26 in the upper 4 p.m. at Second and Cowls for more, www.mcminn- n www.oregonwinecountryha- city park. Willamina: Willamina streets downtown. The Yamhill County Fair lf.com. ville.org. & Rodeo will return this Dayton: Dayton will will not have its usual Old Proceeds go toward n Carlton Crush, with Fashioned Fourth of July. scholarships. For more n The Willamette Valley year with big-name musical not have its traditional Lavender Festival and acts, animals, kids, a carni- grape stomping compe- Old-Timers Weekend nor Yamhill: Derby Day will information, go to mcminn- titions, food, wine and villegardenclub.org Plein-Air Art Show will val, open-class entries and its Dayton Friday Nights go on as usual on July 17. vendor booths. other activities in down- n The second annual happen Friday and Satur- day, July 9 and 10, at the The fair will run Wednes- town Carlton, will return, Yamhill County Pride Cel- day through Saturday, Aug. although the date had not ebration will run Friday, Chehalem Cultural Center in Newberg. Hours are 10 4 through 7, on the grounds been set at presstime. In June 25, through Sunday, in northeast McMinnville. previous years, it was held June 27. a.m. to 5 p.m. for the free event, which will feature Musical acts will include: on the second Saturday of On Friday, there will be Aug. 5, country artist September. a “speed friending” event art, food, music and crafts, along with freshly-cut lav- Mitchell Tenpenny; Aug. 6, n The American Cancer from 5 to 7 p.m. at Mac Ned LeDoux; Aug. 7, Quiet Market, 1140 N.E. Alpine ender and other products Society Relay for Life will Save Big from local lavender grow- Riot. The Aug. 4 performer take place Saturday, Sept. Avenue. A parade will hap- has not yet been confirmed. pen June 26 in Newberg, ers. 18; the location had not with n Derby Day in the town of Rodeo acts are scheduled been announced by press followed at 3 p.m. by the each evening, Wednesday “Main Event” with speak- Yamhill will happen Satur- time. The event is both a day, July 17, this year, with through Friday. The wildly fundraiser and a celebration HALF CRAZY DEALS ers, performers and other popular Demolition Derby activities at Remy Wines, activities from 10 a.m. to 9 of cancer survivors and Only Available At www.NewsRegister.Com/Store p.m. The grand parade will will be held Saturday night. those who’ve lost their lives Limited Quantities 17495 McDougall Road, Carnival rides will spin Dayton. roll through town starting at to the disease. “For more 10 a.m. Activities in Beu- throughout fair time. details, go to http://relay- The celebration will cul- Booths and open class dis- BUSINESS Regular Price Sale Price minate Sunday with yoga lah Park will follow, with forlife.org/yamhillcoor the flag raising, soap box plays will be open every n Muchas Gracias and mimosas at Remy day, as will animal barns. The UFO Festival will $10.00 $5.00 derby, music, food booths Mexican Restaurant Wines. In addition, many Horse shows and other return Thursday through restaurants and bars will be and more. The Yamhill Saturday, Sept. 23-25. Community Club hosts competitions will take place Laughing Bean Bistro $30.00 $15.00 offering special LGBTQ- daily. McMenamins Hotel Ore- themed drinks throughout the annual festival, which gon and the McMinnville Golden Girls Pottery June, Pride Month. For draws residents, past resi- This will be the 23rd $16.00 $8.00 annual rodeo. The fair itself Downtown Association host Paint a Mug more information, go to the dents, and visitors. the event, usually held in website www.winecoun- The Derby Day kickoff has been held since 1854, although it was canceled in May. trypride.com. breakfast also will return, The September event will n Hay Day will be Saturday, June 13, in Beu- 2020 due to the pandemic. Fair ticket information include the Alien Parade, held from 10 a.m. to 2 lah Park. which usually draws thou- p.m. Saturday, June 26, at and rules for entering baked n The Newberg Old-fash- goods, homegrown produce, sands, as well as a pet the Yamhill Valley Heri- ioned Festival will be back costume contest and serious tage Center, 11275 S.W. photos and other items will Thursday through Sunday, be announced soon. For speakers and presentations Durham Lane, southwest of July 22 to 25 with music, about UFO incidents, McMinnville. There will be more information, go to booths, sports tournaments, the fair website, at www. including the never-de- haying demonstrations with a big parade starting at bunked Trent sighting on a Concealed Carry animals and vintage equip- co.yamhill.or.us/fair or call 10 a.m. Saturday, and 503-434-7524. farm near McMinnville in ment, museum tours, and fireworks Saturday night 1950. Class n other activities and demon- following a performance by Lemonade Day will fea- For more information, go strations. Cost will be $5 Hit Machine. ture young entrepreneurs to www.mcmenamins.com/ per vehicle. setting up lemonade stands n ufo-festival. Dayton will have its all over town. Hosted by JUNE/JULY second “Band on the Run” the Greater McMinnville n event Saturday, July 24, Chamber of Commerce, the OCTOBER Lafayette will host a although it will look a little event teaches them business n The Celtic Heritage virtual event for children different this year. starting in June with distri- skills while earning a little Alliance will bring back its bution of bicycle decorating From 5 to 8 p.m., groups money. Go to the Chamber McMinnville Scottish Festi- kits and culminating in July such as Ayala’s Band and website for more, mcminn- val on Oct. 9 at the Yamhill with an online photo parade. Mark Seymour & Friends ville.org. County Fairgrounds. Run- will perform at nine ven- Kids and their families n Cruising McMinnville ning from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., can decorate bikes and ues around town. Each it will feature traditional band will play for about 20 will bring vintage cars and trikes, then take pictures people of all ages to Third Highland Games compe- Valid in 35 states and submit them to city minutes, then move to a dif- titions, such as the caber ferent location. Street on Saturday, Aug. 28. hall. The deadline will It will include a car show toss, pipe and drum music, June 14th be July 5, giving families Audience members can dancing, clan booths, food set up lawn chairs or lay from noon to 5 p.m. and time to work on the event cruising from 5 to 10 p.m. and other activities. 6pm over the holiday weekend. out blankets at one of the spots and hear all the bands Organizers said they will McMinnville’s first High- Yamhill County Sheriff’s follow safety guidelines land Games were held in Comfort Inn deputies assigned to Lafay- over the course of the eve- ning. It’s all free. that are in place at the time June 2019. After skipping ette will judge the photos, of the event. 2020, organizers moved it 2520 SE Stratus, McMinnville n then deliver prizes to the Amity will host its annual In addition to giving to fall and said they want Oregon only: $45 winners. Pancake Breakfast Sunday, people a chance to look at to make this year’s Scot- Multi-State: $80 (OR included—no fee) The photos will be dis- July 25, in Amity City Park. cars and socialize, Cruising tish Festival an even better played on the Lafayette The hearty breakfast is McMinnville raises money event for the whole family. city website. Details will be accompanied by a car show. for scholarships. It usually Ticket sales will start included in the city news- n The Oregon International awards funds to three grad- later in the summer. For letter. Shaun Curtain 360-921-2071 Air Show will return to the uating high school seniors more information, go to the or email: [email protected] www.FirearmTrainingNW.com n The St. Paul Rodeo will McMinnville Airport July who plan to attend trade website, www.macscottish- take place June 30 through 30 to Aug. 1. The drive-in schools. fest.com.

A4 Friday, June 4, 2021 News-Register/McMinnville, Oregon OBITUARIES

TERESA BOZARTH RICHARD C. THOMPSON GWENDOLYN MARGARET DIFALCO 1945 - 2021 GRIMM 1968 - 2021 1935 - 2021 Born in June of 1945, It was a Thursday afternoon Richard Thompson grew up Gwen went to be with her on June 6, 1968, when John as a farm kid in the small very proud Heavenly Father and Janis Bozarth loving- town of Dayton, Oregon, on on May 27, 2021. Without ly welcomed their daughter a road that bears his family a doubt she heard Him say, into this world. “Teresa Lin name. As a third-generation “Well done, thou good and is here!” her ecstatic dad Oregonian and well-traveled faithful servant.” Gwen was exclaimed, loud enough for optimist, he was a man who the cherished wife of Dar- everyone in the waiting room loved America and its land- win “Cub” Grimm, and the to hear. And so she began her scapes and believed deeply in beloved mother and best young life. When Teresa was the good of his fellow human. friend to her two children, eight, her family moved to La This informed his dynamic Gary and Janice McGinty Grande, Oregon, where she life--one devoted to art, fami- (Davis), and adored her only flourished, attending Central ly, stewardship and story. His grandchild, Lee McGinty. Grade School, taking CCD classes at Our Lady of the Valley humble wisdom, playful humor and twinkling smile added Gwendolyn Margaret Grimm was born in St. Maries, Catholic Church, and in 1986 graduating with honors from La color to the canvas of his vibrant life and prolific art career. Idaho, to Frank and Margaret (Gross) Nichols, and was Grande High School. While in high school, Teresa achieved Diagnosed in April 2020 with glioblastoma, he navigated his joined by two sisters, Patricia Neese and Shirley Purcell academic accolades from the National Honor Society. She last months with grace until he died in February 2021 while (deceased). As a teenager, Gwen moved with her family to also played JV basketball and competed on the varsity tennis visiting New Mexico, the very place where he planted seeds Lewiston, Idaho. Little did she know as she was walking team. She was chosen queen for the jazz ensemble in the May for his exuberant life. to the junior high school her freshman year she would be Music Festival and received state recognition at the Junior After discovering his passion for art through his room- spotted by the future love of her life, Darwin. They were Bach Festival. Teresa’s love of piano and jazz followed her mate’s leftover oil paints at Oregon State University, Richard introduced the following year when Gwen was a sophomore throughout her life. She often frequented jazz clubs in New left his Pacific Northwest home for the expansive, high des- and Darwin was a senior, and one date was all it took for York City and Portland, and jazz hummed in the background ert of New Mexico to study fine art in 1965 at the University Darwin. They married on June 2, 1953, two days after Gwen in all her homes. of New Mexico in Albuquerque. He emerged on the national graduated from high school, and shared a God-led life six Teresa then spent two years at Gonzaga University in Spo- art scene in 1974 in the Whitney Museum Biennial (NYC), days shy of 68 years. kane, Washington. She transferred to Oregon State University and spent the next 45 years creating and teaching as a widely Gwen thrived as a pastor’s wife, and Darwin gives her all in Corvallis, Oregon, where she graduated in 1991 with a recognized American modernist painter. He met the love of the credit for their successful Oregon pastorates in Grand degree in English. his life, Kymberli Contreras, while teaching at the Universi- Ronde, Prineville, West Moreland (Portland) and Sheridan. After college, Teresa worked as a software program trainer ty of Texas in Austin in the 1990s. His academic career led She never met a stranger and radiated a rare combination of for a tech company based in Pennsylvania. It was here she them to upstate New York, where he became Dean of the joy, gentleness, acceptance, sweetness, kindness and grace. met her future husband, Anthony DiFalco. They married in School of Art & Design in the New York College of Ceram- She loved to read, especially her well-worn and underlined the summer of 1998 and moved to Weehawken, New Jersey, ics at Alfred University. Bible, and music was her passion. All their churches ben- where Teresa took a job at Fieldstone, a large tech company In 2005, Richard and Kymberli returned to Dayton, where efited from her musical gift of being able to play on any based in New York City. They were thrilled to welcome two they designed their lives with color, laughter and love in his keyboard “by ear.” children, Anthony and Gianna. They moved back to Oregon in old family farmhouse. These years were spent in the studio, Gwen loved to laugh and kept her keen sense of humor 2000, and eventually settled in McMinnville, Oregon, where painting, exhibiting, listening deeply and giving sage advice until the end. She is up in Heaven now, sharing good times Teresa focused on her family, and began her career as a free- at his favorite coffee places, serving his community, and with many of the wonderful church family members who lance writer and editor. (Although they would divorce in 2010, fly-fishing in his beloved Northwest waters. went before her. they remained close.) Richard truly cared about the people around him. He was She radiated God’s love. She showed love. She gave love. Teresa’s work appeared in numerous publications, includ- authentic, open and wildly funny. He remembered every- She will forever be loved. ing The New York Times, The Oregonian, the McMinnville one’s names and, most importantly, their stories. There will be a viewing from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, June 4, News-Register, and Vancouver Family Magazine. She was a He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Kymberli Contre- 2021, at the West Valley Funeral Home. Graveside services longtime contributing editor for Parents’ Choice, the nation’s ras; his beloved daughter, Myrdin Jhana Thompson (Justin will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 5, 2021. oldest nonprofit guide to quality children’s media and toys. Moore); grandchildren, Seth, Jonah and Finn Thompson; as She also sat on the Parents’ Choice Award committee. well as his mother-in-law, Carolyn Contreras; sister-in-law, Teresa published two essays in “Modern Love,” the pop- Kaysi Contreras; and niece, Isis Blu Tumason. He was pre- ANITA AARON ular and critically acclaimed New York Times column. Her ceded in death by his parents, Vernon and Nadine Thompson 1943 - 2021 first story, entitled “It Took a Villain to Save Our Marriage,” (Peters); and his cherished wife, Viki Florence. examined the difficult, often unspoken, side of marriage. Richard Thompson’s works are included in the permanent Anita Aaron passed away “Teresa DiFalco’s essay gets at an uncomfortable truth…the collections of numerous university and corporate collections, May 13, 2021, at her home story spirals into unexpected places and becomes an odd, inti- such as the University of Texas at Austin and Apple Comput- in McMinnville, Oregon, at mate dance with danger,” said New York Times editor Daniel er; numerous museums, such as the Portland Art Museum. the age of 77. Jones. “I’m drawn to strange stories that explore the dark side the Hallie Ford Museum, and the Jordan Schnitzer Museum She was born December of marriages with brutal honesty.” The story was later turned of Art, all in Oregon, the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, 21, 1943, to parents Wend- into a podcast, read by film actress Melanie Lynskey. In 2018, the San Antonio Museum of len and Carolyn (Richardson) it was named one of the Top Nine Modern Love Podcasts. In Art, Houston Museum of Reiter. Anita grew up in Port- addition to her own writing, Teresa was hired as the ghost- Fine Arts, the Gund Collec- land, attending schools there writer on the novel, “A Dangerous Age,” published by Gallery tion in Boston, the Anderson and graduating from Grant Books in 2016. Museum of Contemporary High School. She married She also worked with her sister-in-law, Carole Radziwill, Art in New Mexico and the Bruce N. Aaron on February first as an editor on her 2006 memoir, “What Remains,” and Edinburgh Museum of Mod- 19, 1965. Anita retired as a then a novel, “Widow’s Guide to Sex and Dating,” published ern Art in Scotland. teacher’s aide from Taft Mid- by Holt in 2014. “Teresa taught me nearly everything I know An outdoor memorial dle School in Lincoln City. about writing, and storytelling,” recalls Radziwill. “No one service for Richard will be Anita was a very positive and caring person, and everybody wrote a better sentence or turned a phrase with as much ease held on Saturday, June 26, loved her for the person she was. She loved her grandchil- or dexterity. Her take on even the most mundane details of at the family farm in Day- dren. She was also very conscious about environmental life, her illogical fear of odorous house ants, and her razor ton. For more information situations. Anita enjoyed traveling, camping, watching Ore- sharp wit would keep me laughing for days on end. She was on the service or donations gon State University sporting events (Go Beavs!), and she the most original thinker – and most unique person -- I’ve ever in his honor, please email loved helping people. She will be truly missed by those that known. She was my favorite everything.” [email protected]. knew her. They formed a partnership and collaborated on numerous Anita is survived by her husband, Bruce; son, Bruce N. other writing projects, including, “Office Politics: Blue and Aaron III; daughter, Carrie L. Opp; sister, Wendy C. Swart; Red America Collide,” a non-fiction political discourse which ASHTON ZANE FERRELL five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Teresa edited and wrote the forward, a novel titled, “Who 2001 - 2021 Memorial contributions may be made to Willamette Valley Killed Jetta James?” about reality TV and murder, and an unti- Cancer Foundation, Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, or to tled TV comedy series revolving around the lives of residents Ashton Zane Ferrell, the Yamhill Community Action Partnership, in care of Macy living in a quirky New York City apartment building. They born November 11, 2001, & Son. To leave online condolences, please visit www.macy- were also working on a TV adaptation of “Widow’s Guide.” was a lover of poetry, video andson.com Teresa often drew on her life experiences for her own writ- games, Marvel, Rom-Coms, ing. She examined the monotonous side of life with acute Buffy the Vampire Slayer, clarity, insight and honesty. At the time of her death, she The Walking Dead, and all was working on a novel, “Crane Flies and Other Domestic things fabulous. Above all, ONLINE OBITUARY Terrors,” a love story about the disintegration of a marriage. he fiercely loved his family She was represented by Inkwell Management. But despite and his dog. He passed away GUEST BOOK her many achievements, no award came close to the pride she unexpectedly at the age of 19 took in her two children, Anthony, 22, and Gianna, 19, both in his family home on May active in the social justice movement in Portland. She will be 29, 2021. remembered through her writing and the family she cherished. Ashton is survived by his Teresa passed away April 21, 2021, in Portland, Oregon. mother, Genevieve Shilhan- Readers can leave condolences She was 52. She is survived by her children, Anthony O. ek; his father, Jason Shilhanek; his siblings, Chloe Stigall, DiFalco and Gianna L. DiFalco, both of Portland; her parents, Skyler McClaflin and Lyla Shilhanek; his grandparents, and words of remembrance online at John and Janis Bozarth of La Grande; her in-laws, Helen and Roger and Linda Shilhanek; and his dog, Oscar. He was pre- Tony DiFalco of Suffern, New York; and her sister-in-law and ceded in death by his beloved dog, Dookie Lover. To leave newsregister.com/obituaries friend, Carole Radziwill of New York, New York. online condolences, please visit www.macyandson.com

EVENTS COURT RECORDS CALENDAR Amity woman killed in CRIMINAL PROCEEDINGS Wiles to 48 hours in the Yamhill tion of felon in possession of a County Jail, 12 months probation restricted weapon. FRIDAY, JUNE 4 Brianna Alisha Ambrose, 34, Tualatin: Sentenced by Judge and fined $100 for violating pro- Richard Milton Mitchell, 55, Hwy. 18 crash Tuesday Live music: The McMinnville Ladd Wiles to 36-month hunting bation. Beaverton: Sentenced by visiting Grange will hold live music license suspension, fined $500 Jeremy Doyle Horne, 38, Amity: Judge Dennis Graves to 45 days The News-Register staff Schulze pulled onto the and dancing from 7:30 to and ordered to pay $1,000 resti- Sentenced by Presiding Judge in the Yamhill County Jail, 12 highway and into the path of 10:30 p.m. every Friday, at the tution on a conviction of angling, Cynthia Easterday to 48 hours months probation, lifetime driv- An Amity woman died at grange, 1700 Old Sheridan hunting, taking or trapping in vio- in the Yamhill County Jail, 24 er license revocation and fined Willamette Valley Medical Wilson’s vehicle. Road, McMinnville. Donations lation of wildlife laws. months probation, 12-month driv- $2,000 on a conviction of driving Center of injuries sustained James, Wilson and Lee will be accepted for admission. Christian Noel Ascencio, 20, er license suspension and fined under the influence of intoxicants. in a two-vehicle crash were all transported by $1,000 on a conviction of driving For more information, contact Sheridan: Sentenced by Judge Benjamin John Myrick, 50, under the influence of intoxicants. Tuesday morning at the McMinnville Fire Depart- Jackie Dornon at 503-474- Ladd Wiles to 12 months proba- Yamhill: Sentenced by Presiding 1231 or [email protected]. intersection of Highway 18 ment ambulance to the tion, 30 community service hours Brian Henry Lord, 56, Willamina: Judge Cynthia Easterday to 24 hospital. and fined $100 for violating pro- Sentenced by Judge Ladd Wiles months probation and two work and Cruickshank Road. bation. to 20 days in the Yamhill County crew days for violating probation. The Oregon State Police Schulze, who was not SATURDAY, JUNE 5 Jail and 24 months probation Jennifer Marie Belloir, 40, Lindsey Renee Palmer, 38, identified her as Vera Lavaun injured, was cited for fail- Fundraiser run: McMinnville Portland: Sentenced by visiting on a conviction of possession ure to obey a traffic control of a stolen vehicle; additionally, McMinnville: Sentenced by visit- James, 90. Young Life will hold a 5K Young Judge Randy Miller to 18 months ing Judge DeAnn Novotney to 36 OSP gave this account of device. Life Run starting at 10:30 probation and 80 community sentenced by Judge Wiles to 10 days in jail on a conviction of months probation, 320 commu- a.m., Saturday, June 5, at the service hours on a conviction of nity service hours, fined $1,000 the 10:30 a.m. incident: Grain Station Brewery, 755 second-degree theft. attempt to commit a Class A mis- Ashley Schulze, 30, of demeanor. and ordered to pay $82,408 N.E. Alpine Avenue, McMinn- Federico Cruz De Jesus, 18, restitution on five convictions of Salem, driving a Dodge ville. Registration is $35-$50 McMinnville: Sentenced by Judge Timothy Scott Lowell, 36, making a false claim for health Durango, was stopped on and includes a t-shirt and lunch Jennifer Chapman to 10 days McMinnville: Fined $440 by care. Judge John Collins on a convic- Cruickshank, waiting to turn from Grain Station. For more in the Yamhill County Jail, 24 Ricardo Cruz Rangel, 42, Wood- information, contact Grace months probation, 36-month driv- tion of felon in possession of a westbound onto Highway restricted weapon. burn: Sentenced by Presiding Simple Cremation $795 Stiansen at 402-740-0987 or er license suspension and fined Judge Cynthia Easterday to 48 18. She was the lone occu- [email protected]. Immediate Burial $995 $2,000 on a conviction of driving Ivy Belladonna Adams Madik, hours in the Yamhill County Jail pant of the vehicle. Church Funeral $2,965 under the influence of intoxicants; 21, Hillsboro: Sentenced by Pre- and fined $1,000 on a conviction Linda Wilson, 68, of additionally, sentenced by Judge siding Judge Cynthia Easterday to of driving while revoked or sus- Tigard • 503-783-6869 SUNDAY, JUNE 6 Chapman to five days in jail, 24 18 months probation, five work Amity, was operating a 12995 SW Pacific Hwy pended. Chevrolet Tahoe eastbound Grad fundraiser: The McMin- months probation, 12-month crew days, 50 community service Salem • 503-581-6265 license suspension and fined hours and fined $200 on a con- Matthew Thomas Richey, 27, on Highway 18. Her passen- 275 Lancaster Dr. SE nville High School Grad Night Newberg: Sentenced by Judge bottle and can fundraiser is $2,000 on a conviction of driving viction of fleeing or attempting to gers were James, a rear seat under the influence of intoxicants. elude a police officer. Ladd Wiles to 12 months proba- No hidden costs set for noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, tion, 24 community service hours passenger, and Lavina Lee, Antonio Duran, 53, McMinnville: Zachary Dale Maul, 37, McMin- For Online Arrangements, visit June 6, in the parking lot of and fined $100 for violating pro- 65, of McMinnville. CrownCremationBurial.com Auto Zone, 101 N.W. 15th St. Fined $225 by Judge Deanne nville: Sentenced by Judge Ladd bation. and Oregon Mutual, 400 N.E. Darling on a conviction of sec- Wiles to 24 months probation, Dexter Austin Salisbury, 37, Baker St., McMinnville. For ond-degree criminal trespass. 40 community service hours and Sheridan: Sentenced by Presiding more information or to arrange Amber Elizabeth Gregory, 39, fined $100 for violating proba- tion. Judge Cynthia Easterday to 15 pick-up, call 503-565-4223 or Sherwood: Sentenced by Judge days in the Yamhill County Jail, VETERAN FELLOWSHIP email mhs.graduation.night@ Ladd Wiles to 12 months proba- Aiden McAllister, 20, Dayton,: 24 months probation and fined All veterans welcome. Thursdays, 6–7 p.m. gmail,com. tion and 15 work crew days for Sentenced by visiting Judge Eve $100 on a conviction of fourth-de- violating probation. Miller to 12 months probation gree assault. Riley Mitchell Grider, 22, Puyal- and fined $100 on a conviction of WEDNESDAY, JUNE 9 second-degree criminal mischief. Gregory Don Wheeler, 33, BAKER CREEK lup, Washington: Sentenced by McMinnville: Sentenced by Judge COMMUNITY CHURCH Bingo night: The McMinnville visiting Judge Dennis Graves to Craig Joseph MacDonald Jr., 45, Ladd Wiles to nine months in 325 NW Baker Creek Rd. Elks Lodge will hold a bingo 70 months in prison, 50 months Portland: Sentenced by Judge prison with the time to be served night at 6 p.m., with doors post-prison supervision and Ladd Wiles to 24 months pro- in the Yamhill County Jail, 12 McMinnville, OR 97128 opening at 5:30 p.m. Wednes- fined $500 on two convictions bation, 12-month driver license months post-prison supervision of second-degree sexual abuse suspension and fined $1,000 for day at the lodge, 2215 N.E. and ordered to pay $8,042.61 John O Branch and a conviction of fourth-degree violating probation. McDonald, McMinnville. Games restitution on convictions of 480-707-2015 are $18. For more information, assault. Carrie Coleen Meaney, 33, first-degree criminal mischief, call Virginia Privasky-Williams at Devin Michael Haslebacher, 25, McMinnville: Fined $440 by fourth-degree assault and resist- [email protected] 503-472-1283. Salem: Sentenced by Judge Ladd Judge John Collins on a convic- ing arrest.

News-Register/McMinnville, Oregon Friday, June 4, 2021 A5 Named for a motorcycle, County still in high risk COVID category By NICOLE MONTESANO “As far as ... wine bar starts its engines Of the News-Register Yamhill County will the legitimacy remain in the high risk cat- Elena’s sharing egory for another week, but of the scientific Third Street building cases of COVID-19 in the information with RJ Studio county have been dropping in recent days. that’s going By STARLA POINTER The county must reach Of the News-Register 65% vaccination of res- out there, I feel idents 16 and older, and confident in Visitors to Elena’s Wine submit an equity plan for Bar, which opened June 3, distributing vaccines to the information don’t need to be concerned address gaps in vaccine about espionage, subterfuge, access for high risk pop- that’s given to or being spied on or pho- ulations, in order to move people in vaccine tographed — even though to the low risk category. the place is named after a The county hasn’t yet com- clinics.” Russian spy and it’s adjacent pleted its equity plan and to a photo studio and gallery. -- Lindsey Manfrin, on Thursday, Health and County Health Director In fact, the owners think Human Services Director it will be a great place for Lindsey Manfrin told coun- people to relax, socialize and ty commissioners she thinks people who are not yet vac- try favorite wines on kegs or it is likely the state will cinated. a new variety. reach 70% vaccination of “At what point do we Shannon Thorson and John adults 18 and older, before become nagging and at Adkinson of the Carlton & the county reaches the 65% what point do we become Coast Tavern are partnering mark. coercive?” she asked. in the new venture with Paul Marcus Larson/News-Register On Thursday, the coun- Manfrin said she encour- Carbaugh, Kevin Seiler and Shannon Thorson and Casey Hostetler, two of the owners of Elena’s Wine Bar, put finishing ty reported two new cases, ages people who have touches on the space at Third and Ford streets in preparation for Thursday’s grand opening. Casey Hostetler. bringing it to a total to questions about the vaccine Hostetler, whose other job date of 4,659 cases and 78 to talk with a trusted health is marketing, said the team charcuterie plates and other deaths. care provider. “As far as information hopes eventually to offer a bites to go with the wine. Commissioners voted on and the legitimacy of the variety of wines that repre- Customers also can bring Thursday to allow Man- scientific information that’s sent small, boutique wineries takeout meals to enjoy at the frin to apply for a grant going out there, I feel con- in the Willamette Valley. wine bar. for CARES Act money, fident in the information “We want to help them be Customers also can take part of which will be made that’s given to people in more well-known and send carafes of wine to go. available only if the county vaccine clinics. The emer- customers to them, as well submits its equity plan by gency use authorization as serving people who will This is a perfect time to the August deadline. How- documents themselves list enjoy the wine right here,” open a wine bar downtown, ever, they first debated at out potential complications she said. Hostetler said. length with Manfrin over that can happen with the Elena’s is located at 546 “So much is happening on some of their issues with vaccine,” she told Star- N.E. Third St. in the front Third Street,” she said, not- the county’s approach. part of the RJ Studio build- ing that restaurants and other rett. “We ask questions of Commissioner Mary people to ensure that they ing. businesses are opening up Starrett said she objected Randy Yuranek, who following the pandemic and don’t have what we would to language in the grant consider a contraindication. shoots portraits, scenics and Submitted photo both locals and visitors are application stating that the other subjects, is continuing Elena, a motorcycle named for a Russian spy, lends its name looking for things to do. And when they have some- county will work to pro- thing that may not be a to run his photo studio and to the new Elena’s Wine Bar in downtown McMinnville. The The opening of Elena’s also mote confidence in the art gallery out of the back bike is from a series of vintage-looking cycles called “From coincides with the resump- contraindication but may be vaccine and combat misin- an area for caution, we have part of the building, accessi- Russia with Love.” tion of McMinnville’s Dine formation. ble from Ford Street. Some Out(side) program, which a deeper conversation with A number of county resi- them.” of RJ’s vineyard-themed unique about the new estab- will appeal to people who are runs Fridays through Sun- dents have accused Starrett photos will decorate the wine lishment. It’s also offers an just starting to learn about days — Third Street closed Commissioner Lindsay of spreading misinforma- Berschauer said she want- bar. uncommon way to serve wine as well as satisfy those to vehicles — and restau- tion about the vaccine. who are more knowledge- ed to be sure the county The wine bar will have wine — directly from the rants serving food outside. “We have to be really seating indoors and out, and keg. able. From July 4 to Labor Day, would not offer incentives careful and what my con- for being vaccinated. Man- will be decorated with a sig- Most bars and restaurants The opening lineup will Dine Out(side) will happen cern is the narrative about nature bar and a wall of taps pour from bottles, Hostetler include Coelho 2020 Rose Thursday evenings, as well. frin has said in the past misinformation, we’re now that she also opposes offer- and its namesake object: a said. A few, including Mac of Pinot Noir; Laurel Ridge Several other shops have finding out more and more vintage-style motorcycle Market and Carlton & Coast, Winter Red (Red Blend); recently opened, such as The ing incentives. She said she every day, that what was does want to obtain funding named after Elena, a Russian have one or two wines on Left Coast 2018 White Alchemist’s Jam just around considered misinformation spy. tap. Pinot Noir; Coopers Hall the corner from Elena’s, that can be provided to vari- is actually quite based in ous community partners for The bike, which Hostetler While most wine is bot- 2018 Petillant White spar- and Left By West down the fact,” Starrett told Manfrin. and her partners refer to as tled, an increasing number kling Chardonnay, 2018 block. And Gallery Theater, outreach to specific popula- “she,” is one of 35 produced of wineries are selling it in Pinot Noir and 2018 Caber- nearby on Ford Street, has tions, such as Latinos, who by the Ural company as part kegs, as well. net Sauvignon; Ken Wright just reopened, with outdoor may face higher barriers to of the “From Russia with “There’s romance behind 2018 Willamette Valley Pinot shows planned in July as “At what point obtaining a vaccine. Love” limited edition. wine bottles, but we’re trying Noir; and five others. well as plays on its indoor do we become At the commission- In a top secret deal — not to create that with kegs, as Hostetler said she helped stage. ers’ request, Manfrin also really — the wine bar owners well,” Hostetler said. “Wine make the initial selections. “We want to bring more nagging and agreed to ask teen-agers purchased the sidecar motor- in kegs can be cool.” “It’s SO hard having to taste people to this end of the who are obtaining COVID- cycle from a seller in Reno, Elena’s will offer a dozen wine to choose. Such hard street,” Hostetler said. at what point 19 vaccines without parental Nevada. Hostetler’s husband, wines at a time. Selections work,” she joked. “We’re excited to do that.” consent if the county can do we become notify their parents. David Hostetler, tested it out will include both whites and She said she envisions Elena’s will be open from However, she stressed, on the ride to Oregon. reds, and a sparkling variety, groups of friends coming to noon to 8 p.m. daily, and coercive?” the notification would be Soon Carbaugh will con- from several different win- Elena’s and socializing, each Hostetler said hours will — Commissioner only with the consent of vert it into a working symbol: eries; as one keg runs out, it while sipping a different expand soon. For more infor- Mary Starrett the teens, and their consent He plans to install wine taps might be replaced by another wine. A couple could stop by mation, go to elenaswinebar. would not be required to in the sidecar, so Elena the wine from the same maker or for an after dinner glass of com. obtain the vaccine. bike can go to events and a different style from some- wine, or people could start For more information She said she was upset to Teens who agree to let the represent Elena the wine bar. where else. an evening on Third Street about RJ Studio and Gallery, find that the county website with a stop at Elena’s. county notify their parents The offerings sell for a go to [email protected] or says the COVID-19 vac- would be given a short form Elena is not the only thing range of prices. The variety Elena’s will offer desserts, call 503-472-0840. cines are safe and effective. to fill out, Manfrin said, “I don’t think that at this and the county would send ALONG THE STREET juncture in phase 3 clinical a letter. trials we can get away with “It will take some tecture in Portland designed was named Best New Brew- president and CEO Robert saying that in all honesty,” resources … but I think it ‘Rainbow Quest’ the new building. The con- ery in the Oregon Beer Kocher. Starrett said. is something that will be drinks served up tractor is R&H Construction Awards. Co-owners Sean Manfrin, who holds a manageable as long as of Portland. Burke and David Sanguinetti Dollar General open doctorate in nursing, has voluntary and not a condi- for Pride Month President and CEO Jim teamed up in 2020 to found said repeatedly that she tion of getting the vaccine Schlotfeldt said First Federal ForeLand brewery and beer The Lafayette Dollar Gen- does believe the vaccines itself,” Manfrin said. Numerous restaurants needed more room to accom- garden where Sanguinetti’s eral store is open for business. are safe and effective. Under state law, the coun- will offer special “Rainbow modate not only growth, but Allegory Brewing had been. Last week’s Along the Street Starrett also said she ty cannot require parental Quest” drinks during June in also changes in the banking column incorrectly stated that questions the county’s con- notification for teens who celebration of Yamhill Coun- industry. it was still under construction. tinuing outreach efforts to are of medical consent age. ty Pride Month. Tech partnership It joins the Dayton and They include: Alit Wine, Since the 1970s, he said, banking has gone from paper Unique Wire, a McMin- Willamina locations of the Art+Science, Cider & Wine, nville-based provider of nationwide chain. An Amity Barley and Vine, Bier- passbooks to having almost everything done on comput- digital intelligence and store also will open later this ly Brewing, Bit by a Fox, high-tech data analysis, has year. MARKETING Blue Moon Lounge, Caravan ers and using technology. ATMs didn’t exist when the announced a new strategic Coffee, Conservatory Bar, partnership with Rimkus Elena’s Wine Bar, Forage old headquarters building Washington location OPPORTUNITY went up, nor did cell phones Consulting Group, Inc., a Cafe, Fox Farm Vineyards, worldwide forensic engineer- Lum’s Buick, GMC, Good Company Cheese Bar on which customers could Cadillac owner Lori Lum deposit checks. ing and technical consulting & Bistro, Harvest Fresh, Mac company. and general manager Jus- MADE IN Market, Moonbeam Cafe & Customers still will have They will partner in pur- tin Teubner have purchased Odditorium, Remy Wines, the option of visiting a bank suing business opportunities another dealership in Walla YAMHILL COUNTY Stoller Family Estate, Two branch and talking to a teller to deliver expanding and Walla, Washington. or other banker. However, Under the name Walla Dogs Taphouse and Wild- advanced technical consult- PUBLISHES Aug. 6 DEADLINE June 29 wood Cafe. accounts and loans also can ing services. Walla Toyota, they acquired be accessed through online Restaurants and bars Brian Feucht, CEO of McCurley Integrity Toyota services. will donate $1 from each Unique Wire, said the joint in the Eastern Washington There are a lot of beverage sold to help fund While employees are mov- venture will help his com- city. They also own Lum’s things made right scholarships for graduating ing in to the new buiding, pany expand in the legal and Auto Center in Warrenton, here in Yamhill County. work will continue. Schlot- LGBTQ+ students. insurance sectors. which was started by Dave Tell the story of your fedt said it probably will In turn, Rinkus will ben- and Shirley Lum in 1969. take another couple months Lori Lum and her sisters, business and how First Federal moves in efit from Unique wire’s you contribute to the to finish up landscaping and “unmatched capabilities” Julie and Pam, all are active First Federal is moving demolition of the old head- in data acquisition and ana- in the dealerships. local economy! Your ad into its new headquarters at quarters. lytics, digital intelligence, Send business news to includes a free product Third and Baker streets. First Federal also has cybersecurity and other ser- Starla Pointer at spointer@ profile. The bank will be closed branches in Amity, Carlton, vices, according to Rimkus newsregister.com. Friday, June 11, as part of the Sheridan and Newberg, as move takes place. well as downtown McMin- The new, modern office nville and 350 N.E. Baker comprises about 32,000 Creek Road. There also square feet in three stories. are branches at Hillside It’s more than three times Retirement Communities in RESERVE YOUR SPACE NOW! the size of the old building McMinnville and at Friends- at Third and Adams, which viewManor in Newberg, in 503.687.1258 | [email protected] has served as the regional addition to the community bank’s headquarters since sites. about 1974. It also will replace two got something to say? smaller buildings the bank Brewery award had been using on Third ForeLand Brewery, on comment online at between Adams and Baker. Fourth Street in downtown newsregister.com SUM Design and Archi- McMinnville, in late May

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Financial exploitation to McNeely. Of those calls received and Crimes screened, she said 1-in-44 were referred Mac police search for suspect by the numbers to Adult Protective Services and/or law Continued from A1 The News-Register staff is no danger to the public,” A study by the Oregon Department of enforcement. McMinnville police, with she said. Human Services Office of Aging and She’s worked 11 years for the state, Outreach and education are large assistance from the Yamhill parts of her job. Given today’s exploita- A search for the individu- People with Disabilities reports more and most recently, her efforts have County Sheriff’s Office, al was unsuccessful. than 600 financial exploitation cases focused on financial elder abuse. tion climate nationwide and across converged upon an area in investigated in 2019. McNeely is a former police officer, Oregon, she strives to reach the elderly. the south part of downtown Patrol cars were set up The findings revealed: serving four years with the Hillsboro “My biggest message to people is early Thursday morning in the Walgreens parking that this is not just about money,” she searching for a suspect lot, on Southeast Cowls n There were 4,152 investigations department and three with Tigard. She worked patrol and also taught at the said. “There is a lot of emotional and associated with a crime, Street, across Baker Street conducted by the department, com- verbal abuse, too.” from Walgreens, at the pared to 2,924 five years earlier. Department of Public Safety Standards according to Capt. Rhonda & Training, with a focus on elder abuse She added, “During this time of Jaasko. intersection of Southwest n Family members and others in a investigations. COVID, older adults can be lonely and “I am not able to release Brockwood and Fellows close, trusted relationship with the Hachenberg manages the Adult Pro- isolated. They’re willing to pick up the any further information at streets and on the Linfield victim continue to be the highest per- tective Services and Licensing Unit phone.” this point other than there University campus. centage of perpetrators using means for Adult Senior Services in the state, Scammers, McNeely said, have of undue influence, deceit and threats and oversees Clatsop, Marion, Polk, picked up their game, too, making this to steal from the victim. Tillamook and Yamhill counties. She’s period of time all the more troubling. ARRESTS & CITATIONS n The average quantifiable loss to a worked for the agency for 16 years. Unfortunately, scammers are creative victim in this year’s report, analyzing McMINNVILLE Justin Alan Jordan Harris, 31, individuals. And they have nothing but POLICE DEPARTMENT Portland, June 1, fail to appear; 2019, was $16,905. In 2014, the “Financial exploitation is the No. 1 time on their hands. Andrew Jackson Burge, 49, booked into the Yamhill County average loss per each substantiated type of abuse we investigate,” Hachen- The scams seem endless. Jail on $5,000 bail. case of monetary theft was $24,915. Lafayette, June 1, driving while berg said. From the IT technical support scam to revoked or suspended; booked Jason Lynn Magers, 48, n Tools that the Legislature has given Of more than 75 abuse cases her office the sweepstakes scam, and everything into the Yamhill County Jail on McMinnville, June 2, probation financial institutions to limit losses has undertaken this year, 17 were labeled $30,000 bail. violation; booked into the Yam- else in between ... the job opportunity hill County Jail without bail. are working, and they include the financial exploitation. scam, tax scam and repair scam, to Ricardo DeJong Butler, 39, passing and implementation of House McNeely can cite one difficult story name a few. And there are more, too. McMinnville, June 1, contempt Michael Joseph Moore, 39, after another. of court/four counts, violation Portland, June 1, second-de- Bill 2622 in 2017. This has given “The pandemic is being integrated these institutions a tool to very quick- “There are so many cases,” she said. of a restraining order; booked gree theft, unauthorized use into scams,” McNeely said. into the Yamhill County Jail on of a motor vehicle; booked ly stop the financial losses in some “You think you’ve heard the worst. Then $100,000 bail. into the Yamhill County Jail on of these cases. it gets worse.” According to the Better Business $12,500 bail. Bureau, the puppy scam is the No. 1 Ramon Ayala Garcia, 41, n There are many other losses to One older man, seeking an online McMinnville, June 3, fail to Zachary Reed-Bolte, 28, Mil- relationship, believed he was being web-based scam in Oregon. appear; booked into the Yam- waukie, June 1, fail to appear, victims, including personal property, Puppy scammers post fake litters unauthorized credit card use and befriended by a woman who reached hill County Jail on $25,000 Clackamas County hold; out to him. online or pretend to be someone they’re bail. booked into the Yamhill County medications that can be more difficult Jail on $25,000 bail. to quantify financially. not (usually an existing breeder) to take Darryl Jackson Hamilton, 30, advantage of puppy sales. McMinnville, June 1, post-pris- n Victims are more often women than Ever heard of the grandparent scam? on supervision violation; OREGON STATE POLICE men, by nearly a 2-to-1 margin. “My biggest message booked into the Yamhill County Hachenberg knows it all too well. Jail without bail. Kyle Gene Nicholas Marsh, 33, n The average age for both alleged Sheridan, May 28, fail to carry to people is that this is “The grandparent gets a call in the Ashton James Lay, 26, Willam- and confirmed victims of abuse is an operator’s license; cited and middle of the night, alleging their ina, June 2, first-degree theft, released. 75.9 and 77, respectively. In 2013, second-degree robbery; booked not just about money. grandchild is in need of help,” she said. Jack David Meier, the average age for a confirmed victim “They’re not thinking. They just know into the Yamhill County Jail on 46, Sher- of financial exploitation was also 77. $157,500 bail. idan, May 28, driving while There is a lot of their grandchild needs money.” suspended; cited and released. n Financial institutions and case Christopher Steven Lewis, 35, Carlton, June 1, driving under FidelMorales-Gonzalez, 23, managers are the most frequent emotional and verbal A majority of financial exploitation the influence of intoxicants, McMinnville, May 29, driving reporters of financial exploitation, perpetrators are known to their victims. fleeing or attempting to elude a under the influence of intoxi- making up more than one-third of all abuse, too.” A relative, friend, caregiver. Someone police officer, driving under the cants, reckless driving; cited reports received and subsequently known to the victim, and whom that influence of intoxicant, proba- and released. investigated. — Billie McNeely, tion violation, reckless driving; Eric Cole Schilling, 33, Amity, Oregon elder financial exploitation expert individual believes they can trust. booked into the Yamhill Couny May 29, driving under the influ- An examination of case investi- Jail without bail. ence of intoxicants, reckless gations reveals many older citizens driving; cited and released. Phone, email and text “This beautiful lady had a story to require assistance with daily financial tell,” McNeely said. “She claimed to be YAMHILL COUNTY needs, including bill paying. SHERIFF’S OFFICE YAMHILL do’s and don’ts an executive import expert in the UK. If that individual becomes an Travis Lee Brady, POLICE DEPARTMENT n She said she had two treasure trunks of 37, Portland, Don’t pick up phone calls from exploitation victim, Hachenberg and June 1, possession of a con- Vernon Lee Rierson, 54, Yam- unknown callers. Screen them from gold medallions and emeralds.” McNeely know all too well the perpre- trolled substance/heroin and hill, June 1, fail to appear; your voicemail and then determine This was her story. If she could export trator’s actions can “snowball out of methamphetamine-two counts; booked into the Yamhill County if you think the call is legitimate. those treasures to the United States, the control.” booked and released. Jail on $20,000 bail. couple could make a grand life for them- Consider also using robocall-blocking Embezzling funds is often justified devices. selves in this country. Or so the story went. There was one by a belief that they are owed whatever n Don’t open emails or texts from amount of money they stole. unknown senders, and don’t click on problem. She didn’t have the money to VETERANS pay the export tax. But he had the funds. Furthermore, individuals who links or attachments in such mes- become suspicious they have been vic- sages. “The poor gentleman, he sent two YOU CAN $33,000 money wires to her,” McNeely timized often find it difficult to take any n Don’t reply to unexpected commu- said. “They were lost in one week.” type of action. Particularly if a family c USE YOUR nications if they’re asking you to per- To her, these stories are heartbreaking. member is involved, someone they have VA LOAN form an urgent action involving your Hachenberg knows a retired Marion no intention of seeing prosecuted. sensitive information, such as your County couple who invested $150,000 “The best thing we can do for people BENEFIT credit card(s) number. of their savings into a business they were is put a hand out,” Hachenberg said. MORE THAN told would triple their money, only to “Lift them up, put resources around learn there was no such business in the them, encourage self-determination.” ONCE! To learn more first place. 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OFFICE 503.697.7214 Former Linfield student sentenced NMLS OFFICE 233782 ML1018 on two sexual abuse convictions By PAUL DAQUILANTE 36-month term on each of the good friends, Ray told the reading the character letters, Of the News-Register sexual assault charges for a court. The two and Grid- I hope you (judge) will see Riley Grider’s victim told 72-month sentence. Purtzer er’s friend left the party and that Riley is a person of good visiting Judge Dennis Graves wanted a 54-month term. walked to her dorm. The character. Riley has never that she has repeatedly Graves sentenced Grider to friend left, leaving Grider and been in trouble. relived that evening in May 70 months in addition to 120 the victim alone in her room. “We, family and friends 2018, when she was sexually days in jail on the fourth-de- He asked her, “Are you on have been fully apprised of assaulted in her Linfield Uni- gree assault charge, but ran birth control?” Ray said. what has been going on in versity dormitory that time concurrent She “blacked out,” accord- Riley’s life these past months room. to the prison sen- ing to the prosecutor, and later and continue to support him. “I’ve struggled tence. found a condom wrapper on a No one has walked away to feel safe,” she Grider was hand- desk in her room. thinking differently of him. said at Grider’s cuffed by a member The victim said she had felt Riley will persevere through sentencing hearing of the court security safe with Grider, and never this current challenge.” in Yamhill County staff and led away wanted to have sex with him. She asked the judge to con- Circuit Court. “I’ve in front of his moth- She went to the Willa- sider her son as “a very young thought you would er and father, who mette Valley Medical Center person who made a mistake show up and hurt were sitting a few to undergo a sexual assault as a teenager while intoxicat- me again.” rows behind him in forensic examination. DNA ed.” She emphasized he has Accompanied Grider the courtroom gal- was collected from both she his whole life ahead of him. by Crime Victims lery. and Grider, and there was a “Catherine and I have Department advocate Sarah “We love you,” they told match. raised two young men to the Grabner, she said she no lon- him. “You raped me and violat- best of our ability,” his father, ger feels safe in her own bed. Grider was held without ed me in so many ways,” she Darren, said. “We raised them She’s pushed friends away. bail locally until his transfer told Grider at the hearing. She to be kind, courteous, respect- Grider, 22, of Puyallup, to state Department of Cor- said he deserved the high end ful and hardworking. Do your Washington, a former Lin- rections custody. of the stipulated sentence, 80 absolute best at anything. I field student who left school The defense filed a sen- months, so he would fully love my son and am proud to after one year and transferred tencing memorandum that understand the consequences be Riley’s father before and to Pacific Lutheran University outlined details of what hap- of his actions. after this tragic mistake.” in Tacoma, previously plead- pened the evening of the “You will no longer control Bryant Grider said his ed guilty to two counts of assault. or paralyze me,” she said. brother is a “man of good Look to page B4 for a directory second-degree sexual abuse, a Grider, the victim and Grider told the victim there character.” He has always of great local businesses. Class C felony, and one count several other students, many was nothing he could say to been a stable and dependable of fourth-degree assault, a underage, were at a fraterni- make things right between pillar on which his friends Class A misdemeanor. ty house party, engaging in the two. He said he was sorry can lean. he said. The sexual abuse convic- drinking games. for hurting her and for not Family friend Tim Tucci Jr. tions were “lesser included The victim and Grider con- being truthful about what said the criminal case Grider charges,” under a plea agree- sumed a “great deal of alcohol, happened. He said he realizes has faced has been extremely ment between Deputy and others expressed concern he destroyed their friendship. daunting and without a doubt District Attorney Alisa Ray for her level of intoxication. “Nothing like this will ever the most stressful situation and defense attorneys Brett Grider and a friend offered happen again,” said Grider, that the defendant and his Purtzer and Kendra Mat- to walk the victim back to her who apologized to his family family have faced. thews, representing the dorm room, where the assault and the many friends who “I commend Riley on his Hester Law Group Inc. of took place. stood by him throughout the ability to hold a positive out- Tacoma, Washington. “On the day after, as his case. look on life and continue to Grider was indicted by friend (the victim) was trying “I’m embarrassed and be the person that I know he a grand jury on charges of to piece together what had ashamed,” Grider said. is,” Tucci said. “I will support first-degree rape and first-de- happened the night before, Family members and in him in any way, shape or gree sodomy, both Class A Mr. Grider panicked and lied friends wrote letters of sup- form I can.” felonies, but pleaded to the about what occurred. He port for Grider. Some of them Graves said he has a child got something “lesser” charges. offered shifting explanations read in part: who has completed college, to say? The defense and the pros- to her and, subsequently, law “This is a very scary and and he can’t imagine the pain ecution agreed to a prison enforcement,” the court docu- challenging time for Riley Grider’s and the victim’s par- comment online at sentence of between 54 and ment explained. and our entire family,” his ents feel as a result of what newsregister.com 80 months. Ray proposed a Grider and the victim were mother, Catherine, said. “By happened.

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points, respectively. Elkins “Throughout the past er for senior wing Katelyn strong finish in the paint for Angevine and Hyder both Grizzlies paced the team with a game- couple games, we’ve really Frank. But with Mac lead- a 28-22 Mac advantage. tied for the team lead in high seven rebounds, while gotten better at moving the ing 16-10, the Tigers closed assists with four and they Continued from A8 Libby Hardee and Laney Arzner contributed six ball,” observed Elkins. the half scoring seven unan- Hyder both hit a pair of free combined for five steals. boards. Arzner’s pull-up jumper swered to tie the contest at throws to put the Grizzlies Frank hit two threes and over rival Newberg during 20. grabbed a pair of rebounds. Wednesday’s Pacific Con- Mac’s ball-movement handed the Grizzlies a nar- up 32-24 at the end of 24 row 11-10 edge leading into minutes of play. Elkins added three steals ference matchup. was on display early in the After Newberg tallied Newberg win. The Grizzlies the second period. the opening bucket of the In the fourth, Lucy to her near-double-double. Arzner and Elkins again tallied assists on their first More unselfish ball dis- third, Mac responded with Angevine dished two slick Mac aims to win its fifth shouldered the scoring four buckets, and raced to a tribution yielded a lay-up an 8-0 run. Elkins capped assists to Elkins to help straight Saturday at Sher- load, recording 17 and 15 9-4 lead. for Elkins and a three-point- the impressive stretch with a solidify the Mac win. wood; tip-off is 10 a.m. ATHLETESMcMINNVILLE HIGH SCHOOL OF THE WEEK /////////2021•2022

TERRIN SEIBEL BOYS’ BASKETBALL Senior | Coach: Willie Graham Parents: Nile & Autumn Terrin played very well in games last week against Putnam and Century. He averaged 22 points per game for the week. He connected on 60% of his 2-point shots during the two game stretch and made an impressive 11/18 (61%) of his 3-point attempts in those games. In addition to his scoring exploits he played excellent defense in both games, accumulating numerous deflections and blocked shots. Terrin also had a team and career high nine defensive rebounds in the Grizzlies' victory over Putnam. Great Job Terrin! Rusty Rae/News-Register Left: McMinnville junior point guard Laney Hyder slashes to the hoop but is cut off by a Newberg defender. Hyder helped the Grizzlies defeat the Tigers 44-34 by scoring four points, dishing four assists and swiping two steals. CHRIS DILLWORTH WRESTLING Junior | Coach: Jordan Barich Parents: Chris & Marivel Basketball roundup: Local teams notch league wins Chris went 4-0 this past week in varsity competitions and beat all of his opponents by fall. He has been working hard this year to improve The News-Register staff Willamina 55, Amity while Max Saltmarsh had 11. his wrestling skills! Keep up the good work Chris! Mac (2-6, 1-6 Pacific) Amity 65, Willamina 21; Amity 50, Blan- plays at Glencoe next Tues- 50; Amity 67, Blan- chet Catholic 24 day night at 7:15. chet Catholic 49 (girls) Salem Academy 57, CAL KRAMER (boys) AMITY – Amity split a BOYS’ SWIMMING AMITY – The Warriors pair of contests this week, Dayton 48 (boys) Junior | Coach: Jason Hafner won their third and fourth losing 55-21 to Willamina DAYTON – Justin Morales Parents: Erik & Carolyn Tuesday and blowing out scored a team-high 15 points consecutive games this Cal had a great meet last Thursday against Glencoe, winning both week, defeating non-league Blanchet Catholic 50-24 in but the Dayton Pirates lost Wednesday’s league action. the 100 and 500 freestyles. These are back to back races with little opponent Willamina Tues- 57-48 to Salem Academy rest in between. In spite of that challenge, Cal was able to swim both day, 65-50, before earning Bulldog senior forward during Tuesday’s PacWest Kaya McLean notched a in personal bests. In spite of the challenges of this year, Cal has been Wednesday’s 67-49 home Conference matchup. training hard and getting the most out of each workout. If we are able win over Blanchet Catholic. game-high 19 points in Tues- Benji Hudson contributed day’s game. Hallee Hughes to have a district championship this season, Cal will be a favorite to win Senior forward Josh Wart 12 points, Dawson Ashley the district title in the 100 fly. Great job and Go Grizzlies! dropped a game-high 22 had 10 points and Kira added eight and Gavin Arce points in the victory over the Rankin eight. and Tyler Spink both had Bulldogs. Isaac Watcherson Ellie McMullen paced the five. (16 points) and Keenan Gra- Warriors with eight points The Pirates (4-2, 2-1 ALLISON SHAVER ham (15 points) joined him and Audrey Clark had five. PacWest) plays at rival in double-figures. Against Blanchet Catholic, Amity Monday night at 7. GIRLS’ SWIMMING Wart also scored a game- Amity was led by McMul- Scores from around Freshman | Coach: Jason Hafner high 27 points on the len’s team-high 16 points, Yamhill Valley – Parents: Kyle & Stacie Cavaliers. Graham added 18 while Cydney Stables con- Sheridan 48, Culver 42 Allison helped lead the Grizzly girls to a win against Glencoe last and Watcherson 11 in the tributed 11 points, Hailee (girls) Thursday. Alli was second in the 50 free and first in the 100 free. Both Warriors fourth straight win. Steward had seven and Yamhill-Carlton 72, Scio times were personal bests, dropping 2 seconds in the 50 and 5 seconds Amity (4-0, 2-0 PacWest) Megan Scharf chipped in six. 24 (boys) - Brycen Williams in the 100 free. Those are big drops but no surprise as she is a tough plays at Yamhill-Carlton Amity (2-2, 2-0 PacWest) team-high 20 points racer and hard worker. In addition, she swam legs of the first place tonight at 7. plays at Yamhill-Carlton Sheridan 74, Culver 53 200 medley and 200 freestyle relays. Keep up the good work and Go Willamina hosts Warren- tonight at 5:30. (boys) Grizzlies! ton tonight at 7. Willamina (4-1, 2-1 Coast- Salem Academy 43, Day- al) travels to Warrenton ton 18 (girls) Yamhill-Carlton 51, tonight for a 6 p.m. matchup. LANEY HYDER Scio 35 (girls) ODD MOE’S PIZZA Newberg 81, McMin- GIRLS’ BASKETBALL SCIO – Hailee Stephenson nville 76; Forest Junior | Coach: Sean Coste recorded a double-double, Parents: Todd & Ashley lifting Yamhill-Carlton to Grove 63, McMinn- a 51-35 win against Scio Laney has helped lead the Grizzlies to a 4-0 start in league play, 5-1 during Wednesday’s PacWest ville 49 (boys) overall. Laney has taken over the starting point guard role this season Conference contest. Stephen- FOREST GROVE – After and has led our offense well handling pressure, attacking defenses son, a sophomore forward, falling to league rival New- and putting her teammates in position to be successful. Her relentless scored 15 points and grabbed berg 81-76 Tuesday, the effort on both ends of the floor, whether it is driving to the basket or 10 rebounds to go with four McMinnville Grizzlies lost diving for a loose ball on the defensive end, has helped set the tone for blocks. a 63-49 road result to Forest the way we need to play. Laney is an excellent leader vocally and by Olivia Southard contribut- Grove during Wednesday’s example. She is constantly working to improve and has gotten better ed 14 points, five rebounds, Pacific Conference tilt. each season in her ability to shoot and score at the rim. 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Rusty Rae/News-Register McMinnville senior forward Jadie Elkins scores in the paint during Wednesday’s 44-34 Grizzly win against Newberg. Elkins scored 15 points and collected a game-high seven rebounds in the league victory. Arzner, Elkins lead Grizzlies over Newberg, 44-34 By LOGAN BRANDON While Elkins admitted her lead- Of the News-Register ership qualities reflect more in hen the McMin- setting quiet examples, she’s had nville girls to embrace her vocal side in 2021. basketball team With five underclassmen on the graduated four roster, Elkins’ newfound leader- W ship is needed more than ever starters last season, Jadie Elkins knew her time to shine would for a program which reached the arrive in 2021. As a crucial mem- Final Eight in the 2020 6A state ber of the Grizzlies rotation the playoffs. past two years, Elkins injected “Jadie is so athletic and decep- tough defense and gritty rebound- tively fast,” said Mac head coach ing into Mac’s winning formula. Sean Coste. “She’s worked really But with four starting spots up hard on her inside scoring moves. for grabs this season, Elkins slot- Last year, she gave us a ton of ted into the power forward position energy off the bench. This sea- with an opportunity to do more for son, she’s improved her balance her squad. In combination with and timing to become a scoring four-year starter Kylee Arzner, the threat.” two have wreaked havoc upon Coste credited the dual-threat of opposing defenses. Arzner and Elkins in the post for “In the past couple years, I was creating offensive success, adding, our sixth man. I was never a big “Teams now have to worry about scorer – I was a rebounder and defending both of them on the defender. My main role has defi- block. It’s been a handful for our nitely changed; I have to score opponents.” now. I need to be a better overall So far, the Grizzlies have main- player this year,” she said. tained their playoff-contending “As a senior, I’ve had to step up. pedigree. Mac’s won six of their We had five seniors leading our initial seven games, including team last year, so with them leav- a thrilling 44-34 home victory Rusty Rae/News-Register ing, Kylee and I had to become McMinnville’s Kylee Arzner launches a three-pointer during Wednesday’s Pacific Conference matchup against leaders,” added Elkins. See GRIZZLIES, A7 rival Newberg. Arzner led the Grizzlies with a game-high 17 points.

Three-time Coach of the Year Wes Gabrielsen departs Mac tennis Spent nine seasons with Grizzly boys program; Gabrielsen led team to 101 wins, two league titles, three district tournament championships By LOGAN BRANDON full seasons with the club, the Of the News-Register three-time Coach of the Year For the past five seasons, compiled 101 wins in 128 Wes Gabrielsen remained a matches. Mac was 67-14 in pillar within the McMinnville league play and went 34-14-1 tennis community. The Griz- in non-conference competition. zlies’ head boys tennis coach Gabrielsen called his choice became a symbol of stability to return to the program in for the team, leading it to con- 2017, “one of the best deci- sistent success in league play sions of my life.” and state competitions. The Grizzlies won two But after two separate stints league titles in 2017 and 2018, with Mac High (2010-2013, and were runners-up in 2010, 2017-2021), Gabrielsen decid- 2011, 2013, 2019 and 2021. ed to step away from coaching. Mac achieved three district The decision shocked mem- tournament titles under Wes bers and fans. Gabrielsen’s tenure, including “I had a lot of surprised kids 2010, 2018 and 2019. and parents,” said Gabrielsen. Gabrielsen coached two dis- “It wasn’t easy to deliver the trict singles’ champions and news – I wanted to do it right.” two district doubles’ champi- Gabrielsen cited a desire to ons. explore opportunities outside “Our tennis program is in a coaching as his reason to leave. great place. My coaching staff He will remain a social studies has always done a great job. teacher at Mac High. We’ve had many former play- “I want to spend more time ers eager to give back to our with family and friends, travel tennis family,” said Gabrielsen. more and enjoy this opportuni- He praised the tireless com- ty to take a break and relax,” mitment of assistant coach Marcus Larson/News-Register file photo noted Gabrielsen. Ericson Teller for helping lead McMinnville’s boys tennis head coach Wesley Gabrielsen gives instructions to his players during the team’s 2020 The Grizzlies enjoyed the Jayvee team for the past training camp. Gabrielsen recently announced his intentions to step down from his position after nine combined regular success under Gabri- seasons and 101 wins. elsen’s direction. In his eight See GABRIELSEN, A7

B Whatchamacolumn Jeb Bladine: Sharing Friday responsibility to end June 4, 2021 VIEWPOINTS the pandemic B3

MORE LISTENING, LESS TALKING White people can learn a lot by hearing — with humility and an open heart — what people of color have to say

small drama unfolded the other day in a series of It’s not my place, of course, to tell him whether he’s comments on a post in a popular local Facebook right or wrong on matters of race — matters he’s lived and A group. felt but I can only imagine. But in fact, once I’d calmed Actually, it only started as a drama. It played out as a down and revisited his remarks, I found myself agreeing timely and necessary conversation. And it only started with him unreservedly. as a drama because I misread an important remark. Both the logician in my head and my basic instinct A member made a post asking if there were any agreed on something else as well: I needed this lesson. Black-owned businesses in the area that he could sup- The whole affair brought a larger question to the fore- port. Predictably, the conversation almost immediately front. Can white people even talk about race? More became defensive, prompting me to write an essay on specifically, can a white guy like me address race in a legitimate reasons why a white person might wish to forum like this? support a merchant of color. Does my voice add value to the discussion? Or am I When we live in a town where 86 percent of the causing more harm than good by speaking up? population is white, it stands to reason, I argued, that I am intensely uncomfortable writing about race. I have the overwhelming majority of local merchants are also certainly never set out to be a white guy writing about race. white. Guest writer However, several circumstances came together to point There are many reasons why white people might McMinnville’s me in this direction. wish to support businesses owned by Black people. I came to realize very quickly that I needed to remain Most involve closing the wealth gap or strengthening Matthew Meador uncomfortable with it. In fact, the moment I get com- the economies of Black communities. landed his first fortable writing about race is the moment I need to stop A white person might also intentionally seek out a writing gig as a injecting myself. merchant of color just to show support and solidarity columnist at a I realized from the outset that I could never speak for a with a group that might not enjoy the same enthusiasm weekly newspaper person of color about race. But maybe just as crucially, I among broad numbers of mostly white consumers, an to in 1984. He’s been cannot speak a person of color about race. advantage that an average white-owned business might Think about it. I cannot lecture a person of color on mat- enjoy, I argued. at it ever since via ters of race, period. It amounts to “whitesplaining.” Sometimes seeking out a merchant of color is just various venues, Dictionary.com defines the term as “the act of a white a nice gesture, considering the disturbing number of both print and person explaining topics to people of color, often in an white people who actively avoid using minority-owned digital. One of the obliviously condescending manner, and especially regard- businesses, either as a protest against affirmative action ing race- or injustice-related issues.” The Urban Dictionary or worse. Occasionally, a white person might even wish last of the moderate defines it similarly, as a white person lecturing on matters to expand his or her horizons by visiting a merchant of Republicans, he’s of race to a person of color. an unfamiliar culture, I said. convinced that for There is a reason both of those resources list this word. But when a local professional of Mexican heritage every issue people succinctly pointed out several problematic points in my Too many people are guilty of the act of whitesplaining. clash over, there are Anyone who reads my words can get anything they want essay, I overreacted. In my defense, I had absorbed my many more won critic’s remarks in their sum total, which was not quite from doing so. But it’s important that I make it clear I am what he intended. which they share speaking neither for nor to any person of color. After several hours of reflection, following my initial common ground — In my essay on supporting Black-owned businesses, I did horror that I seemed to have gotten it so wrong, I took or at least would not make that clear. I’ve said it so often, I assume people another look at his words. This time, I deconstructed if they simply know it. But I need to make it clear every time. his comments. I read his remarks literally, assigning So who is it I’m trying to reach as a white guy talking talked over their about race? Other white people. any value judgment he mentioned only to whatever spe- differences calmly cific point he’d tied to that judgment, not viewing his There are people who will listen to me because I am critique as an overall condemnation. and rationally. Once I calmed down, I realized my critic was right. See LISTENING, B2

GUEST COMMENTARY BACK, AND FORTH Israelis having their own Trails, sidetracks and looking up old address confrontation with racism The Storey As a Linfield senior in the 1979- Street section 80 school year, I lived off campus By JAMES GELVIN At its heart, the so-called in all probability, so was Israel by near the Linfield in the basement of Jim Durant’s University of California at Los Angeles “Arab-Israeli conflict” has bombing and shelling Gaza. campus is home home a few blocks south of down- The images and reports coming always been about Israelis and Despite the carnage the territory these town. It was a cool 10-minute from Israel, Jerusalem and Gaza Palestinians. And no matter how Hamas rocket attacks and days. walk to campus and three-minute in recent days were shocking. many treaties Israel signs with Israeli retaliation inflicted on It’s a leafy, walk to Nick’s Italian Café, where They were also surprising to Arab states, it will remain so. Israelis and Gazans prior to quiet part of town. I worked that year. those who thought the 2020 In a May 12 phone call, declaration of a ceasefire, the As I’ve re-settled (Editors and readers willing, Abraham Accords and subsequent President Joe Biden assured Biden administration has kept its into McMinnville Kirby Neumann- my Nick’s memories will provide agreements to normalize relations Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin focus on a sideshow, not the main this spring, I’ve Rea, the N-R’s savory sauce for another edition.) between Israel and the United Netanyahu of his “unwavering event. enjoyed making managing editor, Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Morocco support for Israel’s security and The main event is an discoveries about enjoys books, My first neighbors in that and Sudan would place the for Israel’s legitimate right to unprecedented conflict that has the history behind craft beer, Celtic basement were a couple of other conflict between Israelis and defend itself and its people.” been and still is taking place on the Storey name. music and students, rowdy guys I met when I Palestinians permanently on the Biden was referencing the rocket the streets of Jerusalem, Haifa, My first basketball. moved in. They were gone within backburner. attacks on Israel launched by Lod and elsewhere. It’s what “neighborhood” a couple of months, and I had the As someone who has been Hamas, the Islamist group that scholars call an “intercommunal in McMinnville was the Larsell basement to myself for the rest of writing and teaching about the governs Gaza. conflict,” pitting elements of Hall dormitory at Linfield. The the year. Middle East for more than 30 By targeting civilians, Hamas neighbors were often noisy and years, I had no such illusions. was committing a war crime. But See RACISM, B3 argumentative, myself included. See TRAILS, B3

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VIEWPOINTS “Democracy thrives when honest opinions provoke public debate.” EDITORIAL Listening Continued from B1 Never underestimate ability white — people who might dismiss a voice of color. Often, these people do not consciously or intentionally ignore voices of color, but they may give my words more weight just because of my skin color. of youth to weather hardship If I can persuade even a handful of these people to look at things from a High school graduation is one of the in a new language and culture, surely to the scholarship and aid money he’s different perspective, then my voice largest broadly shared transitions in his classmates can cope with pandemic secured with his straight-A academic has value in this conversation. American society, if not the largest. tribulations paling greatly by compar- performance. The answer to whether white people And it can test the coming generation’s ison. Is his story typical? can talk about race at all is complicat- capacity to cope and adjust even under Guzman Martinez immigrated to the Hardly. In fact, it is utterly extraor- ed. The big takeaway from this episode was one of crucial importance, and the best of circumstances. U.S. from Tala, Mexico, with his family, dinary. that’s what I am emphasizing today. Unfortunately, this year’s wave of settling first in Los Angeles, then mov- However, it speaks to something else White people need to sit back and ceremonies will be like few others in ing on up to Oregon at the age of 10. that is also extraordinary, yet widely listen for a change. our almost 250-year history, thanks to The family of eight had been living shared — youthful resilience. It’s the We’ve been telling the world how to more than a year spent under siege to out of a vehicle, but has since secured natural order of things for youngsters to be ever since we departed Europe and a deadly pandemic. So it promises to a room in a YCAP homeless shelter. plunge in with reckless abandon, ready “discovered” distant shores. It’s time prove doubly so. He earned enough working as a farm to adapt in whatever manner it might we calmed down and earnestly listened Yes, we had to usher legions of chil- laborer to buy the parts he needed to require to find their way in life. to the voices of people of color. I mean really listened — heard with an open dren into adulthood during the Great build his own computer, which saw What they don’t yet know frees them heart and quiet humility. Depression, the Spanish flu pandemic, a him through Mac High’s Engineering of all the fears the rest of us have accu- This is not a damning of white peo- pair of world wars and other past peri- & Space Academy, competitive Ursa mulated from our various setbacks. And ple like me as evil, guilty, horrible, ods of social and economic disruption. Mechanica robotics team and advanced that should, in turn, free us of at least awful and mean-spirited. It is a sugges- But it’s hard not to harbor some concern science and math curriculum. one of those fears — the one about how tion that we have, collectively, not been about potential lasting effects on both He speaks Spanish at home, but his our children are going to overcome the very good at listening to the voices of the generation now coming of age and English is flawless. He has already trauma of a debilitating months-long people who do not look like us. the world it will be inheriting. taken the STAMP test required for bilin- regimen of pandemic restrictions. I promise you you’re in for a mind-blowing experience if you hum- As a beacon of faith, hope and inspi- gual certification in Oregon. Truth be told, we would be wise to bly listen to the stories people of color ration, consider the story of young Mac In the fall, he’ll be enrolling in invest more worry in our own ability have to tell. High valedictorian Hector Guzman Mar- the engineering program at Oregon to cope than that of our offspring. This I have two people very close to tinez, told in the Stopping By feature State University, where he’s slated to year’s high school graduates have sur- me who are Black. These very close, found in the June 2 edition. If he can room with Mac High colleague Tyler vived a trauma that, however draining to decades-long relationships do not give overcome poverty, homelessness and Hinthorn. He plans to spend the sum- us, promises only to make them stronger me any special right to address matters dislocation, compounded by immersion mer laboring in the fields to help add going forward. of race. But they have, perhaps, given me a long-term sensitivity to how peo- ple of different hues are treated. I try to minimize my mention of READERS FORUM them because I do not wish to wear my friends of color like some sort of white merit badge. I see smug white people Cans to Freddy’s do this all the time. “Well, I have some nephews and Brad Thompson’s guest commentary about nieces who are Hispanic,” they say, the lack of sufficient bottle and can return using a term easy to misuse. “And I locations missed a great local option — the have a good friend who is Black.” BottleDrop redemption center next to Fred They seem to believe these mer- Meyer in Newberg. it-badge minorities somehow give Freddy’s was ahead of the curve several them permission to speak for people of years ago when it built a separate returns color. building with hopper-fed can machines. To keep me accountable in speaking Recently, it repurposed the building as one of on matters of race, I consult regularly the state’s independent BottleDrop centers. with people of color. The same people An in-store kiosk is used as the user inter- also vet what I write. face where customers can print bag labels I realize not everyone’s experience and receive vouchers for return payments. is the same. There are broad spectra of And the in-store vouchers add a 20% bonus. opinions running through communities I must admit, the system requires a computer of color. But I believe it’s my duty to kiosk, smart phone app and internet website make sure what I say is as close as all interfacing, and I struggled with that possible to the collective experienced initially. However, when everything came truth of those I am trying to support. together, I was able to start chipping away at I am grateful for the local pro- my year-old mountain of returnables. How- fessional I mentioned above, the ever, please don’t all come to Newberg at one who gently corrected me when once and overfill the returns building. I got something wrong. He helped I know I’m not the only one with a garage me be accountable when I erred, and full of returnables. Other county retailers respectful conversations like ours are should step up and become BottleDrop part- desperately needed these days. ners, helping us all get our deposit money nances. The noise section can be found er’s behavior during the conversation from back. on page 13: www.mcminnvilleoregon.gov/ 2:30 to 2:45 regarding appointment of Steve Wozniak sites/default/files/fileattachments/police/ Philip Higgins to the Road Improvement Newberg page/849/mcm_chapter_8.10_nuisances.pdf Advisory Committee. This problem needs to be addressed. Commissioner Starrett said she could not LETTER GUIDELINES Meg Stanko approve Higgins despite the board’s rec- The News-Register welcomes written County parks expendable? McMinnville ommendation. She wanted the process held opinions about the newspaper and local Last week, as a member of the Yamhill open for another candidate. issues. County Parks Advisory Board, I had an That this is an incredibly hypocritical n Letters should not exceed 300 words uncomfortable but typical encounter with Heroes and villains stance for her is obvious to anyone who and may be edited for brevity, clarity County Commissioner Lindsay Berschauer. We owe a serious debt of gratitude to the was watching the board in April 2019, and libel. when Starrett very nearly managed to sneak She’s supposed to attend our meetings but Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue District. n Include name, street address and never has. She finally showed up last week, Early in the struggle to vaccinate Oregon then-citizen Lindsay Berschauer onto the County Budget Committee without the daytime telephone number. but unannounced and off topic. citizens against COVID-19, this organization n Indicate occupational, financial or She complained about Dayton Landing jumped into the breach, with no guarantee opening having even been announced to the public. other ties to letter topic. and how aggressively Newberg-based Che- of reimbursement. Impelled by a cadre of n halem Parks & Recreation pursues new passionate senior paramedics, the district has A few people noticed and presented Writers are limited to one letter in a calendar month. property for public parks. She then suggested provided support for four separate weekly enough public testimony, back when we Yamhill County might have to reduce its own clinics in Washington, Clackamas and Yam- could do that in person and it was harder to n With rare exceptions, campaign-relat- park holdings, as she doesn’t see how it can hill counties. ignore opposing voices, to get the board to ed letters are not accepted from politi- afford the funds to protect them. For the past five months, in conjunc- grant five days for additional applicants to cal candidates, their immediate family Here’s part of the response I provided the tion with Yamhill County Public Health come forward. Several qualified candidates members or paid campaign staff. next day: and volunteers, TVF&R has staffed weekly did so, but Commissioners Starrett and n As a rule, we do not publish letters “You seemed to suggest the county might mass-vaccination clinics at the high school Olson voted to appoint Berschauer anyway. about conflicts between a private indi- cut back on its oversight of parks and natural or Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum in For Commissioners Starrett and Berschau- vidual and a private business, or letters resource areas. We know that Yamhill Coun- McMinnville. In total, the agency has facili- er to now demand more time in an attempt to about the alleged guilt, innocence or evi- ty parks are a mishmash of extra pieces of tated more than 60,000 injections with very avoid seating Higgins, who has been publicly dentiary accuracy of legal/judicial cases. land donated to the county, but not a part of few reactions. supportive of the Yamhelas Westsider Trail, n The deadline for publication Friday is an integrally planned landscape. TVF&R paramedics have brought an is incredibly hypocritical. It’s hard not to noon Wednesday. “The parks Advisory Board hopes to see unparalleled sense of professionalism, effi- read this as a purely political act to block an n Submit by e-mail to letters@news- our base of important resource lands expand- ciency, competence and compassion to this otherwise qualified candidate from public register.com or by mail to Readers’ ed not shrunken. mission of public service. Their dedication service simply because they don’t like his Forum, News-Register, PO Box 727, “Most of the board members you visited has saved lives and improved the health and opinion on an unrelated issue. McMinnville, OR 97128. with last night are strong supporters of the well-being of Yamhill County citizens. Megan Corvus Yamhelas Westsider Trail, so we would like The public service provided by YCPH Gaston to hear more from you about your vision of and TVF&R stands in stark contrast to the a growing, healthy park system that meets recent words and actions of Yamhill County the demands of a growing population. I look Commissioners Mary Starrett and Lindsay What positive things? forward to having your help in the future as Berschauer. News flash to Lindsay Beschauer! Your we attempt to solve problems that discourage Their actions regarding vaccination policy job is not “... to be pushing the boundaries use of the parks.” and mask mandates have been obstructive. ...” AN INDEPENDENT Commissioner Berschauer never respond- They have been counterproductive to efforts You were elected to make sure services OREGON NEWSPAPER ed. This is how she advocates for parks in to save the lives and enhance the health of needed by county residents are being provid- our county — simply ignoring the tough county residents. ed as efficiently and uniformly as possible. A member of the National Newspaper questions at hand when it comes to protect- As the mass-vaccination-clinics phase out, If you can’t handle that responsibility, move Association and Oregon Newspaper ing your parks! the focus will turn to private providers and over to make room for someone else who Publishers Association Steven Harloff Public Health’s weekly walk-in clinics. If can. Yamhill you are still unvaccinated, please, for the You seem to think you know more than the sake of yourself, family and community, Yamhill County attorney and Yamhill Coun- Jeb Bladine contact a local pharmacy or County Public ty health director when it comes to what is President/Publisher Where’s the enforcement? Health. legal or healthy. What law school did you Ossie Bladine Noise from non-standard car and truck Yamhill County remains at risk of another graduate from? What medical degree do you Editor-in-Chief exhaust systems has reached a staggeringly deadly surge as more contagious variants hold? What are we taxpayers paying their annoying level in McMinnville. Members become dominant and our vaccination rate salaries for if they don’t know what they Steve Bagwell of the local Nextdoor.com discussion group remains low. Scientists agree the major driv- were trained for? Editorial Page Editor recently revealed the extent of the problem. er of our improved lifestyle over the last five It seems all you want to do is fight with the Complaints include children being trau- months has been the success of vaccines. state. I suggest you invest in a civics course I am thankful for the assistance provided Viewpoints is published each Friday matized by excessive and unexpected noise, to learn about jurisdictional boundaries or go as an open marketplace for ideas and citizens being awakened at all hours of the by TVF&R in getting the ball rolling. We get elected to a state office. cannot stop before the job is finished. opinions about issues of importance night, people suffering damage to their hear- By the way, what positive thing have you to our readers. Unsigned editorials are ing and pets having to live in fear in their Michael P. McCoy done for Yamhill County citizens since being a joint effort of the newspaper’s edi- McMinnville own yards. Comments came from differing elected? I for one am tired of you wast- torial staff. Other opinions expressed neighborhoods, indicating the problem is ing taxpayers’ money and alienating county are those of the bylined writer widespread throughout McMinnville. Height of hyprocrisy employees. or cartoonist, and do not necessarily Yet, there are noise ordinances on the It’s a heck of a way to run a business! It’s represent the opinion of News-Register books intended to prevent the problem. But I watched the May 27 County Board of time for you to be the one held accountable. owners or employees. they are clearly not being enforced. Commissioners meeting and was shocked Mark Bierly Below is a link to McMinnville’s ordi- by Commissioners Starrett and Berschau- McMinnville

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VIEWPOINTS “Democracy thrives when honest opinions provoke public debate.”

WHATCHAMACOLUMN Sharing responsibility to end the pandemic Oregon Health Venue managers call that “being old saw, “No shoes, no shirt, no vaccination cards. In fact, many versial issue, and we hope all Authority’s May between a rock and a hard place.” service.” people who are fully vaccinated employees will respect each oth- 18 guidance on They want to eliminate mask Unfortunately, Yamhill Coun- are choosing to continue wearing er’s personal situation.” wearing masks mandates for people with vaccine ty’s COVID-19 “high risk” status masks as a source of additional For us, it’s an experiment with — based on Gov. protection; they don’t want to con- limits indoor gatherings to the personal protection from COVID- results to come. We hope Ore- Kate Brown’s front or stigmatize employees and lesser of 50 people or 25 per- 19. This also is not intended to gon quickly hits the target of at executive order visitors who, for various reasons, cent of capacity. Many business penalize anyone who has not been least one vaccine dose for 70 — produced are not vaccinated; and they defi- owners who don’t want vaccine fully vaccinated — rather, it is percent of people age 18-plus, widespread back- nitely don’t want to risk spreading confrontations with employees or an effort to provide state-allowed which reportedly will eliminate lash, with debate Jeb Bladine is the deadly virus. limited client base are keeping the maskless working conditions for the COVID-19 limits on gath- centering on a president and For Yamhill County commis- mask mandate for all. those who want that. ering size; we hope there is a “Morton’s fork” publisher of the sioners, the situation became a Others — our company, for “There are personal, medical better solution coming in the choice between News-Register. constitutional crisis that threatens example — will offer fully vacci- and access reasons for some peo- mask-wearing guidelines. unpleasant alter- our personal privacy, freedom of nated employees and visitors the ple not receiving vaccinations. We Mostly, we hope that in Ore- natives: choice, and rights of access to option of going maskless. Here’s expect those people — and others gon, and across the country, the (1) Managers of indoor space places of public accommodation. part of a message delivered this who simply choose to continue COVID-19 pandemic continues can require employees and visitors Their resolution last week went week to our employees: wearing masks – to be treated the to lose strength thanks to herd to wear masks, following rules in beyond disagreement with the “Starting next week, as per same, in all ways, as those who immunity and a vaccination that 2,400-work OHA document; state mask policy, instead becom- state government policies, we will take advantage of the maskless program that has saved a great or (2) some employees and visitors ing a heavy-handed ideological give employees and visitors the option. Any violation of such many lives. With nearly 600,000 can set masks aside after showing manifesto. option of being “maskless” inside treatment should be reported to COVID-related deaths, we should a state vaccine card proving they For others, checking vaccine OLI buildings. management. continue sharing responsibility to are “fully vaccinated.” status is just a variation of that “This is not a mandate to show “We know this is a contro- end the pandemic.

READERS FORUM The second reason for War II. The NY Times reports that the to shops and tasting rooms. Racism the intercommunal nature Lost in the fog proposal calls for $6 trillion in spending Please let our commissioners know of the current conflict Continued from B1 I must be having a nightmare. Masks, for the 2022 fiscal year. their actions are unacceptable. is the emboldening of house arrests, mass restrictions and now I believe that focusing funding on Leonard Rydell Israel’s extreme right- Israel’s Jewish population wing politicians and their calls for vaccine passes. How can this an aging infrastructure system is of Newberg against elements of Israel’s be allowed in America’s constitutional paramount importance at this time. It is followers. Among them are Palestinian population latter-day Kahanists, the republic? very encouraging to me that the Biden taking to the streets Isn’t this a violation? Aren’t we administration seems to be addressing Vote ‘em out followers of the late Meir because they’ve had Kahane. aware how many other violations have this long-ignored issue. Hail the day when the headline reads: enough. Kahane was an occurred? What is wrong with us? Janet De With County pivots to COVID solutions! Hamas could not Has the majority been so incited Yamhill Maybe that could happen if Mary American rabbi who maintain its credibility it moved to Israel. His with climate and virus fears that it has Starrett and Mini-Mary Berschauer, sat by while Palestinians dropped all suspicion and vigilance? our extreme, fringe, conspiracy-theory anti-Arab racism was so Lack of vision battled Jewish Israelis in extreme the United States Don’t we realize how subtly and clev- aficionados masquerading as county Israel. The reality is that erly these people manipulated, coerced Having stopped construction on the commissioners, would simply say noth- listed the party he founded Israel is having its Black as a terrorist group. and deceived us to gain their purpose? Yamhelas Westsider Trail, Yamhill ing and do nothing related to solving Lives Matter moment. This virus has been of great advan- He proposed paying County Commissioners Mary Starrett pandemic issues. Then the rest of us As in the United States, tage to them. How easily we forget past Israel’s Palestinians and Lindsay Berschauer are compound- could move on and get ‘er done. a brutalized minority viruses, not classified as a pandemic. $40,000 each to leave the ing their errors by looting other county How much air time have they gotten group, facing systemic And according to my research, COVID country. He called for accounts to repay grants and have exist- on the news lately over their misguided racism and discriminatory doesn’t meet the criteria anyway. the expulsion of any who ing construction removed. Next they actions? And to what end? To bolster acts, has taken to the Let’s consider the HIV virus. It was will no doubt want to dispose of the their own egos using our tax dollars? refused. tiny and very virulent. But we came streets. As in the United right-of-way that has been benefiting Mark my words, they will continue to States, the way out starts Kahanism and like- through without the economic depres- Yamhill County residents since the rail- spin their fringe ideas and conspiracies minded movements are on sion, without the restriction, masks and with serious soul-searching road was initially constructed. for years to come, as they dither in their on the part of the majority. the rise in Israel. so forth. So why are we allowing this perceived seats of power, wasting our This will likely spell permanent But after a spate A Kahanist was recently travesty? demise for any hope of constructing time and tax dollars. elected to the Israeli The powers have succeeded not only The best thing ever would be to vote of Palestinian suicide a multi-purpose trail between Yamhill bombings in the early Knesset, or parliament, in dividing this nation, but in pitting us and Carlton — a tragedy. That’s also out Mary Starrett and her companion, and Netanyahu courted his one against another. Shouldn’t we get Mini-Mary Berschauer, as soon as they 2000s, which horrified true for a future where commuter rail Israelis and hardened support when the prime out of this fog, drop our biases and hate, begins supplanting the automobile — a next come up for election. minister was attempting meet with each other, compare notes their attitudes toward further tragedy. Judy Gerrard Palestinians, this is to form a government and research for a freedom-loving con- Rails to Trails is a huge asset to any Dayton in 2019. Kahanists and sensus and give eviction orders to those unlikely. community. Palestinian anger can other ultranationalist who have overstepped their authority? I have ridden the Pine Trail in Michi- thugs — the “Proud United we stand, divided we fall. Baseless scaremongering be attributed to multiple gan, which is heavily used by bicyclists, issues. Boys” of Israel — march Hosea 4:1 says, “My people are As one who wishes for our county through Palestinian-Israeli joggers, walkers and families push- In April, Israel attempted destroyed for lack of knowledge. John to return to normalcy with a collective neighborhoods chanting ing baby carriages. If you visit Hilton to impede access by 8:23 tells us, “And ye shall know the effort pointed toward the safest, health- “Death to Arabs” and Head Island in South Carolina, you will West Bank Palestinians truth and the truth shall set you free. iest way possible, through vaccines as assault them. see miles of trails and multiple bicy- to Jerusalem’s Al-Aqsa Mary Novak well as masks where needed, it baffles cle rental businesses. Here in Oregon, Mosque. Israeli police The current crisis began Yamhill many how there can be such a push Champoeg State Park features a similar then raided the Muslim on May 6. Pro-Palestinian back to get back to freedom through trail between the park and Butteville. holy site, injuring 330, protesters in Sheikh Jarrah safety. Apparently, what Michigan, South in response to an alleged had been breaking the A new focus The logic of listening to a county Carolina and other Oregon jurisdictions stone-throwing incident. Ramadan fast together I was glad to see on the internet an have done for hundreds of miles would leader state on an official livestreamed each night of the holiday, a At the beginning of article about what President Biden has be “disastrous” to farming practices in board of commissioners meeting that custom called “iftar.” May, Mahmoud Abbas, proposed in his fiscal 2022 spending Yamhill County. Does this mean that the vaccines carry “chimpanzee DNA” On this particular night, plan for the country. growing our food is hazardous to our is beyond the pale. Shouldn’t a pub- president of the West Bank’s Palestinian Israeli settlers set up a It has been suggested that Biden’s health? lic official adhere to true, scientific, Authority governing table opposite them. In the agenda would make the federal fiscal Based on the actions of the two com- peer-reviewed, medical journals and agency, canceled the first settlers’ group was Itamar system more progressive and promote missioners, these farming practices are verified credible sources to enact any Palestinian legislative Ben-Gvir, the Kahanist domestic programs. In contrast, the past “more dangerous” to bicyclists than the public policy? elections in 15 years. deputy. administration sought to defund domes- danger of riding a two lane county road Policy by fearing phony chimp DNA Finally, when the current Rocks and other objects tic programs. or state highway just feet from those is no way to lead a county. conflict spilled over into began to fly. Then the Investments are planned in the social same farmer’s fields. Maybe, Yamhill How can we take our commissioners the West Bank, Israeli violence spread. services, the climate crisis, reduction of County doesn’t want a tourism industry, seriously? As Tucker would say, “I’m occupation and continued In the coastal city of poverty and expansion of housing. or if it does, it doesn’t want one where just asking the question.” colonization of Palestinian Bat Yam, a Jewish mob It is suggested we have not had a children can safely ride their bikes to Lisa McCracken territory were thrown into marched down the street spending push such as this since World school or their parents can safely bike McMinnville the mix. busting up Palestinian These significant businesses, while another issues explain Palestinian mob attempted to lynch known as the Davis Street Few of my Linfield cronies for a break. a Palestinian driver. The dip, near Wilson Street. It knew the creekside area as The owner was there. He anger. However, the Trails intercommunal nature of same scene was replayed looks like a bridge, but is anything other than Cozine allowed me a peek inside, in Acre, only this time Continued from B1 technically considered a fill, Park. But in addition to the and explained that he had the ongoing conflagration is due to two other issues. it was a Palestinian mob I’m told. A sign indicates it park and a road, Dr. Storey is just sold the house to some- assaulting a Jewish man. Calm returned to the is off-limits to the public. commemorated with another one else. He didn’t feel at First, Jewish settlers neighborhood. I have zero memory from plaque, partially covered liberty to say much about its have attempted to evict Another Palestinian mob One of my best friends, my college days of ever by expanded tree roots, just future, other than it was in eight Palestinian families burned a police station to Sam Lowry, had, unbe- diverging from Davis to take west of Campbell Hall. for extensive remodeling. from homes in the Sheikh the ground in the same knownst to me, lived across that path to the green space Today, the path across I can never drive down Jarrah neighborhood of city. And in a Tel Aviv the street that year. While we along Cozine Creek. I don’t Storey Park, the historic Davis without cruising by Jerusalem, where they had suburb, a man presumed to were not to meet until about know that I ever availed pedestrian way for students for a look at that proud old been settled by the United be Palestinian was pulled a year after I graduated, we myself of the amenity where going to and from town place, which I believe has a Nations Relief and Works from his car and beaten by put it together that we must a No Trespassing sign now from Newby Hall, is all but very good future. Agency in the 1950s. Israeli Jews. have crossed paths a few resides. impassable. There are signs One part of the property Jewish neighborhoods Lod is a city south of times on opposite sides of Other times, I would go of revival, though. that will probably need to housing more than 215,000 Tel Aviv with a mixed the street, me on the way to to the northwest corner of In the last few years, native come down is the detached Israelis encircle the Palestinian and Jewish work at Nick’s and Sam on campus and follow the path flora species have been garage, where Jim had kept predominantly Palestinian population. It was not his way home from work at and footbridge across what planted, under the ongoing his yacht-like Chrysler con- eastern part of Jerusalem only the site of a Hamas the Yamhill County Planning we called Cozine Park, but Cozine Creek Native Hab- vertible. As I stood inside it, where Sheikh Jarrah is missile strike killing two Department. is officially known as Storey itat Restoration Project, by the memory flashed of 1987, located. Palestinians, but also of It’s all part of the happy Park. The park’s metal foot- students and faculty from when Jim surprised Lorre Jewish settlers claimed heavy fighting between overlapping and intermin- bridge replaced the longer Linfield’s Environmental and me by pulling up in our a right to the homes where Palestinian and Jewish gling array of paths taken wooden one used by my Studies Department. Dallas driveway to take us the families lived. They mobs. to, in, from, and back to father (Linfield ‘49). for a countryside ride. argued that Jews had The fighting began after McMinnville. I don’t remember how After June 1980, I It was one of the few times owned the Palestinians’ a funeral of a Palestinian Many friends I knew in often I traversed the park that never again set foot in Jim the Chrysler hit the road, and homes before the division man killed by an assailant Mac in 1977-80 have, like last year of college 41 years Durant’s place. it was a great moment. But it of the city in the aftermath presumed to be Jewish. me, left and come back. And ago, though I did frequent After he died, the house was also the next-to-last time of the 1948 Arab-Israeli It was so heavy at times I can list at least five people the nearby St. Vincent de sat empty for many years. I saw Jim. War. that the Israeli government I knew from other places, or Paul, just across Baker where Over the years, I’d stop and After he retired from his For Palestinians, the brought in border guards people here who know peo- it intersects with Cowls. look at the boarded-up place job as a printer at Linfield, attempt to evict the from the West Bank to ple from those places. And I’m doing so again. periodically, including a time he kept to himself. But he families is representative quell the unrest. One new friend, Jon, was The thrift store remains a in 2018 when a neighbor remained the same sweet, of Israel’s overall policy The mayor characterized close friends in Arizona with great place for housewares, with justifiable suspicions kind man who charged me of pushing them out of the what was happening as a Larry, a guy I’ve known furniture, clothes and post- asked why I was peering practically nothing for rent city. “civil war.” since age 6. “We gotta team cards. over the fence. and often let me bend his It is not only serves to He went on to remind up to get Larry here,” Jon A 1961 plaque west of the In March, after being ear with my 20-year-old’s remind Palestinians that residents, “The day after, told me. park path commemorates Dr. hired by the News-Register, troubles. in a Jewish state, they we still have to live here Paths keep crossing. Ralph Storey, a 1896 Linfield I drove by the Durant house. Jim and I used to sit on are second-class citizens. together.” But he did not grad who went on to serve For the first time in years, I his porch and drink wine. It also serves to re-enact explain how this was to That senior year pathway on the college faculty for discovered activity around Bittersweet is the memory of the central tragedy in happen. in 1980 was a fairly straight decades. (See Vintage N-R, the place. Jim’s favorite expression as the Palestinian national From The Conversation, line linking the college, my June 2, for related photo.) Workers were emptying we clinked aluminum mugs: memory — the Nakba an online repository of basement and Nick’s, with The park bearing his name the house of its last contents, “Here’s looking up your old of 1948, when 720,000 lay versions of academic Davis Street the regular route. has become overgrown, and dusty or mildewed or both, address.” Palestinians fled homes in research findings found This year, back in McMin- remains layered with huge after decades of neglect. And Contact Kirby Neu- what would become the at https://theconversation. nville, I noticed the footpath fallen oaks from the Febru- I took the opportunity to talk mann-Rea at kirby@ state of Israel, becoming com/us. Used with on the north side of what is ary ice storm. to them when they stopped newsregister.com. refugees. permission.

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ROHSE COLORED GLASSES Pleasures of camping made hassles bear-able As summer Then we planned a seemed like it was headed with his big paw delivered a and campground that had them up, or cut them off at is a comin’, camping trip, with another directly toward the sleeping huge whack against the tent just opened on one of the roots, but using some I’m reminded couple, at Crater Lake, and bags and it came closer and at the site of the movement. the Islands. It sounded sort of machete sliced off of how in discovered another camp- closer, but then I noticed It didn’t hurt his wife, but delightful. We would have the sapling about eight or yesteryear ing bugaboo in addition to those sounds were not as she was ready to leave Yel- to ferry to that island, and ten inches above the ground, we would leaky air mattresses: big, live loud. It was going away. Our lowstone. we unwisely opted to go leaving dagger-like points on have by now bears. foursome was safe. I did not And I had just made a on a summer weekend. We the remaining sapling so that been plan- go back to sleep. I had to decision: I was not going could not get on the ferry when you laid down on those Lots of information ning camping McMinnville’s at stay awake in case another to sleep in a sleeping bag that would have taken us sharp little daggers it felt as trips. Elaine Rohse Crater Lake warned us of the bear came, although I still exposed to those bears. I to our island by mid-after- if you were being pierced Ours was is fascinated by prevalence of bears in the had no plan of attack. was going to sleep in the car noon, so we could choose a with arrows. not a luxu- words, books area. It wasn’t reassuring to In the morning I learned with the windows rolled up. good camping spot and be I tried rearranging my rious type and writing read the statistics about inju- that I was the only one who But as we had a sedan, it snugged in by dark. sleeping bag but always it of camping, — and spends ries from bears. They were stayed awake to keep the could not sleep three. Homer All the ferry trips had been was like trying to sleep on a but rather much time 1% whereas deaths or inju- bears away. and Mitch would be in their sold out and we did not get bed of upright needles. sating that a low-brow fascination. ries from hikers injured in Later that summer, we sleeping bags exposed to to our island until long after After that and other sim- kind. Our falls was significantly higher. went to Yellowstone National the bears, and I felt guilty dark. ilar experiences, we began tent required At Crater Lake neither Park. Yellowstone indeed about that, but if something As we drove off the ferry, to feel jinxed with camping. stakes and was uncooperative couple had a tent and when was beautiful and Old Faith- happened someone had to it seemed that every car was Something like that hap- in remaining in an upright darkness came we rolled ful performed faithfully. That let everyone at home know. heading for the same place, pened about every time we position, especially in a our sleeping bags in a pretty bear bugaboo? We found it Darkness descended. When we got to the threw our sleeping bags in strong wind. In the middle of little spot with considerable was tourist season but there I hated to see it come. The campground it appeared the car and headed down the the night, if it blew down, it growth. were more bears than tour- bears came out. I checked that, indeed, it had been the road, and yet it was so much was highly disruptive. I didn’t much like the ists. the car windows, making destination of all those cars. fun to find a secluded little We manually blew up our idea of sleeping with bears Everywhere were instruc- sure all were closed. In the darkness, we stumbled bower and gather around a air mattresses — a lengthy wandering about our sleep- tions and cautions as to how And then the bear concert around and finally found a campfire and toast marsh- task — and almost unfailing- ing quarters and I decided to get along with bears. began: all the bears pounding campsite that would have mallows and watch the stars ly, mine, in the middle of the I’d better stay awake in case Under no conditions were on the food chests topped to do, although it was pitch come out and see how many night, developed a leak. some showed up. I tried to we to feed bears. We were with metal sheets. That dark and we did not have a constellations we could Nor were we expert in decide what I would do if a not to leave food in cars. pounding and banging could camp lantern. identify. I don’t remem- choosing a site for our bear did come. I wouldn’t All food was to be kept in have been heard in the next We flopped sleeping bags ber which family member sleeping bags, and ended up want to crawl out of my the sturdy storage chests county. on the ground. remarked after a particularly sleeping on rocky, uneven, sleeping bag in my flannel that were in every campsite. As instructed, we left no I don’t know what the uncomfortable trip, “You branch-strewn surfaces. pajamas and try to shoo it We found a nice camp spot food in our car and put all others did, but I crawled in know, we’ll look back on It is true that quite occa- away. So, I just lay there and and began spreading out our of it in those sturdy chests with clothes on and grate- this a dozen or so years sionally when we returned tried to not even breathe so sleeping bags when a man in near where Mitch and Homer fully started to lie down. hence, and have a good home from a camping trip maybe it would think I was the next camping spot came were. But when I began settling laugh about it and think how we admitted to each other an inanimate object not wor- over and began talking to Despite being in the car down and stretching out, it much fun it really was.” that the best part about thy of investigating. Homer. They had a little tent and isolated from the bears, suddenly felt as if innumer- We all agreed, those camp- camping was getting home I hadn’t yet gone to sleep and the previous night his I did not sleep. I was begin- able demons were stabbing ing trips — even the worst and having a long hot shower when I heard what had to wife was sleeping on a cot ning to think that sleep on a me. I left that bed in a hurry, ones — added to the memo- and sleeping in our own snug be a big animal, lumbering against the side of the tent. camping trip was not a given. wondering what it could be. ries in our family portfolio. bed. through the underbrush, During the night she chanced Feeling around in the dark, Every family’s portfolio Camping was the econom- making considerable noise. to move and pushed against That thought was con- I decided that apparently should be filled with such ical way to go. We camped I knew at once that it was a the tent. A bear chanced to firmed a few weeks later areas for the camp had been memories. at Detroit Lake with friends bear. It had to be a bear and be going by at that time and when we went to the San thickly covered with saplings Elaine Rohse can be from Portland and had lots I still had not planned my was curious when the tent Juan Islands to camp. We about three feet tall. The reached at rohse5257@com- of fun. course of action. For a bit it moved. He hauled off and had read of a new park workmen had not pulled cast.net.

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Several Yamhill County obtain a 3.75 GPA or higher for McClellan reached the Dean’s Heuer, both of Newberg, were Phi, the nation’s oldest and most residents recently received the semester while carrying at List with at least 12 credits and among about 715 students who selective all-discipline collegiate degrees or honors from least 12 credit hours. a grade point average of 3.5 to received degrees from Concordia honor society, at Portland State institutions of higher learning. Terri Phillips of McMinnville 3.69. University in Nebraska in May. University. They include: and Adam McClellan of Lafayette Alexandra Call of Newberg was Both earned master’s degrees in Mitchell Nardoni from Carlton Leslie Wallace of McMinnville have been named to Southern named to University of Utah’s education from Concordia. was named to the Spring 2021 and Chloe Wassei of Newberg New Hampshire University’s Spring 2021 Dean’s List. A music Patrick Boulanger of Newberg Dean’s List for exemplary have been named to the spring Winter 2021 honors lists for the and biology major, she also made received a Bachelor of Science academic performance at Dean’s Honor List at Cedarville term running January through the list during fall semester. in Biology degree from the Westminster College in Fulton, University in Ohio. May. The list includes students with University of Saint Mary in Missouri, where Nardoni is a Wallace is majoring in Phillips made the President’s grade point averages of 3.5 or Leavenworth, Kansas. senior. The list includes students electronic engineering. Wassei is List by maintaining a grade point higher taking at least 12 graded Keith Keating of Newberg with a 3.60 semester grade point majoring in nursing. average of at least 3.7 while credit hours. was recently initiated into the average and at least 12 hours To make the list, students must taking at least 12 credits. Lindsay Hayden and Erica Honor Society of Phi Kappa completed that semester.

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remain unchanged. The pro- to a later date (anticipated to posed changes provide for cost be August 17, 2021) for further LEGAL NOTICES comment from interested parties, alignment consistent with cost causation. It is important to note and a decision on rates. that within some customer clas- The McMinnville Water & Light Commission encourages the NOTICE TO INTERESTED TO THE DEFENDANT/RE- PUBLIC HEARING sifications actual total cost may public to attend the meeting PERSONS SPONDENT vary depending on how electricity (virtually). Any interested party, (S) ABOVE NAMED: NOTICE OF PUBLIC is used. person, group or governmental IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF You are hereby directed and re- HEARINGS ON CHANGES IN The public hearing will be opened quired to appear in, and defend ELECTRIC RATES entity which desires to make his/ THE STATE OF OREGON on Tuesday, June 15, 2021, at FOR THE COUNTY OF against, this legal action within her comments, questions and/ 3:00 p.m. at the YAMHILL 30 days after the first date ofPublic notice is hereby given that or recommendations may do so Probate Dept publication of summons, which the McMinnville Water & Light McMinnville Water & Light office, either during the hearing process is the 28th day of May, 2021, Commission will conduct a No. 21PB04276 855 NE Marsh Lane, McMinn- or by writing to John C. Dietz, and defend the above entitled public hearing regarding chang- NOTICE TO INTERESTED PER- ville, Oregon. The hearing will General Manager, 855 NE Marsh action in the above entitled court, es to electric rates and charges. SONS be held virtually and you may join Lane, P.O. Box 638, McMinnville, Be and answer the complaint of the A public hearing to review and In the Matter of the Estate of Oregon 97128. plaintiff NEWREZ LLC D/B/A consider changes to the follow- online via Zoom at: FRANCES ELAINE WICHMAN, SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE ing rate schedules: Residential https://us02web.zoom. Specific rates and charges being DECEASED. proposed may be obtained from, Social SERVICING, and serve a copy (L-RES-1), General Service (L- us/j/84231356014?pwd=TS- Notice is hereby given that on and any questions prior to the of your answer upon the un- GS-1), Irrigation Rate (L-IRR-1), 9RY0dhV2p4cVl6TmtrK0I2T- 05/20/2021 Denise E. Stoner dersigned attorneys for plaintiff, Municipal Lighting Rate hearing concerning the proposed VdyZz09, was appointed as the Personal ZBS LAW, LLP, at their office (LMLT-1), Rental Lighting Rate changes should be directed to, Zoom ID: 842 3135 6014, Pass- Representatives of the above Es- below stated; and in case of (L-RLT-1), Wheeling (L-WH-1), John C. Dietz, General Manager, tate. All persons having claims Unmetered Services (L-UN- word: 682423, or you can call in your failure so to do, judgment at the above address or by calling against the estate are required will be rendered against you MT-1), Miscellaneous Charges and listen via Zoom: 1-253-215- (503) 472-6158. to present them to personal rep- according to the demand of (MISC-1), Pole Attachments (L- 8782, ID: 842 3135 6014. The Trena McManus, Clerk of Com- resentative in care of the below the complaint, which has been PA-1), and a new schedule for Commission will hear a staff -re mission attorney at: PO Box 69, Hillsboro, filed with the clerk of said court. Electric Miscellaneous Charges port and pose questions to staff. NR Published May 28 June 2, OR 97123, within four months This is a Complaint for Breach (L-MISC-1). @newsregister All other rate schedules will The hearing will be continued 4, 2021 after the date of first publication of Contract, Claim and Delivery of this notice, as stated below, or Requested. such claims may be barred. You must “appear” in this case All persons whose rights may be or the other side will win auto- matically. To “appear” you must affected by these proceedings in file with the court a legal paper this estate may obtain additional called a “motion” or “answer.” information from the records of The “motion” or “answer” must be the Court, the personal repre- given to the court clerk or admin- sentative or the attorney for the istrator within 30 days along with personal representative. the required filing fee. It must be Dated and first published May in proper form and have proof of 28, 2021. service on the plaintiff’s attorney Denise E. Stoner or, if the plaintiff does not have Personal Representative. an attorney, proof of service on John M. Elliott the plaintiff. Attorney for Personal Repre- If you have any questions, you sentative should see an attorney immedi- PO Box 69 ately. If you need help in finding Hillsboro, OR 97123 an attorney, you may contact NR Published May 28 June 4, the Oregon State Bar’s Lawyer 11, 2021 Referral Service online at www. oregonstatebar.org or by calling (503) 684-3763 in the Portland PUBLIC NOTICE metropolitan area. If you are a veteran of the armed forces, PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY assistance may be available from GIVEN that the following appli- a county veterans’ service officer cations are being reviewed by or community action agency. the Yamhill County Department Contact information for a local of Planning and Development: county veterans service officer C-11-21/SDR-11-21, a request and community action agency by John Olenik for conditional may be obtained by calling a use and site design review for a 2-1-1 information service commercial activity in conjunc- DATED: May 24, 2021 tion with farm use for a winery ZBS LAW, LLP and tasting room. The parcel is By: /s/ Amber L. Labrecque Jeffrey A. Myers, OSB No. identified as Tax Lot 3322-1000 094561 and is located at 18320 NE Amber L. Labrecque, OBS No. Fairview Dr, Dundee. This appli- 094593 cation is being reviewed based [email protected] on criteria in Sections 402.04(G), [email protected] 402.07(A), 402.10(B), 1101.02 Attorneys for Plaintiff and 1202.02 of the Yamhill Coun- NR Published May 28 June 4, ty Zoning Ordinance. FP-01-21, 11, 21, 2021 a request by Van Dyke Farms for a flood plain development permit NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE for a reservoir that has already - been constructed in the flood On 6/22/2021 at the hour of plain and floodway of the Yamhill 10:00 a.m. at the front steps FORM LB-1 NOTIC E OF B UDG E T HE AR ING Creek. The parcel is identified as of the Yamhill County Court- Tax Lot 3404-1900 and is located house, 535 NE Fifth Street, in A public meeting of the City of Willamina City Council will be held on June 15, 2021 at 6:00 pm at West Valley Fire District, 825 NE Main Street Willamina, Oregon. south of the property addressed The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2021 as approved by the City of Willamina Budget Committee. A summary the City of McMinnville, Oregon, of the budget is presented below. A copy of the budget may be inspected or obtained at City of Willamina City Hall at 411 NE C Street Willamina, Oregon, between as 16730 Highway 47, east of the defendant’s interest will be the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5 p.m. or online at www.willaminaoregon.gov. This budget is for an annual budget period. This budget was prepared on a basis of accounting that is the same as the preceding year. Highway 47, Yamhill. This appli- sold, subject to redemption, cation is being reviewed based in the real property commonly on criteria in Sections 402 and known as 9999 NE Worden 901 of the Yamhill County Zoning Hill Road, Dundee, Oregon Contact: B ridget Meneley Telephone: 503.876.2242 Email: [email protected] 97115. The court case number Ordinance. Interested persons FINANC IAL S UMMAR Y - R E S OUR C E S may respond in writing by 5 p.m. is 15CV27362 filed out of Yamhill TOTAL OF AL L FUNDS Actual Amount Adopted Budget Approved Budget June 21, 2021 to comment on, or County Circuit Court, where U.S. 2020-2021 This Year 2020-2021 Next Year 2021-2022 Bank National Association, as Beginning Fund Balance/Net Working Capital 1,481,853.00$ 1,624,375.00$ 1,396,122.00$ to request the above applications Fees, Licenses, Permits, Fines, Assessments & Other Service Charges 1,899,985.00$ 1,777,958.00$ 2,279,050.00$ be considered at a public hear- Trustee, Successor in interest Federal, State and all Other Grants, Gifts, Allocations and Donations 345,872.00$ 543,801.00$ 341,858.00$ ing. A request for a hearing must to Bank of America, National Revenue from Bonds and Other Debt 2,113.00$ 1,225.00$ 1,225.00$ Association, as trustee, Suc- Interfund Transfers / Internal Service Reimbursements 268,543.00$ 296,913.00$ 266,020.00$ state the basis for the request cessor by Merger to Lasalle All Other Resources Except Current Year Property Taxes 37,975.00$ 18,500.00$ 15,800.00$ and must be accompanied by a Current Year Property Taxes Estimated to be Received 425,057.00$ 384,100.00$ 454,100.00$ Bank National Association, as $250 fee for each request. Dated Total R es ources $ 4,461,398.00 $ 4,646,872.00 $ 4,754,175.00 Trustee for Morgan Stanley June 4, 2021, by Ken Friday, Mortgage Loan Trust 2006- FINANC IAL S UMMAR Y - R E QUIR E ME NTS B Y OB J E C T C L AS S IFIC ATION Planning Director. 16AX, Mortgage Pass-Through Personnel Services 925,746.00$ 89 1,150.00$ 1,037,150.00$ NR Published June 4, 2021 Materials and Services 1,047,766.00$ 1,188,446.00$ 1,321,238.00$ Certificates, Series 2006-16AX, Capital Outlay 353,465.00$ 48 9,062.00$ 580,458.00$ is plaintiff and Kimberly Allman Debt Service 241,503.00$ 60 ,994.00$ 234,000.00$ SUMMONS FOR aka Kimberly A. Allman AKA Kim- Interfund Transfers 26 8,543.00$ 29 6,913.00$ 266,020.00$ PUBLICATION berly Arden Allman; Mortgage Contingencies 1,624,375.00$ 1,720,307.00$ 1,315,309.00$ Electronic Registration Systems Special Payments Unappropriated Ending Balance and Reserved for Future Expenditure Inc.; The CIT Group/Consumer IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF Total R equirements $ 4,461,398.00 $ 4,646,872.00 $ 4,754,175.00 Finance, Inc.; Madalyn Falcon; THE STATE OF OREGON Greenpoint Mortgage Funding, FOR THE COUNTY OF YAM- FINANC IAL S UMMAR Y - R E QUIR E ME NTS AND FUL L -TIME E QUIVAL E NT E MP L OYE E S (FTE ) B Y OR G ANIZATIONAL UNIT OR P R OG R AM * Inc.; Freres Building Supply; Or- Name of Organizational Unit or Program HILL egon Plumbing Works; Crosland F TE for that unit or program General 1,382,606.00$ 1,329,548.00$ 1,376,872.00$ Earthworks of Oregon, Inc.; Ted NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELL- FTE 10 10 6.2 Meeker Electric; Timmerman & Streets 452,405.00$ 32 5,808.00$ 179,190.00$ POINT MORTGAGE SERVIC- Associates Construction, LLC; FTE 0 0 1 ING, Marvin H. Pierce; Laurie Burk; Water 1,005,404.00$ 1,400,162.00$ 1,321,458.00$ Plaintiff, Darrell J. Hackworth; Ronald A. FTE 1 1 2.5 vs. Wastewater 1,298,806.00$ 1,378,949.00$ 1,565,023.00$ Leffner, Jr.; Metropolitan Agen- FTE 1 1 2.5 UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DE- cies, Inc.; State of Oregon; SDC 322,178.00$ 31 2,405.00$ 311,632.00$ VISEES OF HARRIETT JAC- Ronald Wayne Berkey DBA Ron FTE QUELYN WOLFF; UNKNOWN Berkey Construction; Sherman HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF Clay & Co. DBA Music Accep- FTE

LARRY FREDRICK WOLFF; tance Corporation; Bretthauer Oil FTE RITA WOLFF as potential heir Company; Backyard Excavation, Not Allocated to Organizational Unit or Program Incorporated; Excel Excavation, FTE of HARRIETT JACQUELYN Total R equirements $ 4 ,461,399.00 $ 4,746,872.00 $ 4,754,175.00 WOLFF and LARRY FREDRICK Inc.; Atlas Financial Services; Total FTE 12 12 12 WOLFF; and ALL OCCUPANTS Oregon Community Credit Union S TATE ME NT OF C HANG E S IN AC TIVITIE S and S OUR C E S OF FINANC ING * OF THE PROPERTY, Renx Group, LLC Occupants of Defendants. the Property is defendant. The sale is a public auction to the P R OP E R TY TAX L E VIE S CASE NO.: 21CV00695 highest bidder for cash or ca- Rate or Amount Imposed Rate or Amount Imposed Rate or Amount Approved SUMMONS FOR 2019-2020 This Year 2020-2021 Next Year 2021-2022 shier’s check, in hand, made out PUBLICATION Permanent Rate Levy (rate limit 4.2039 per $1,000) rate limit 4.2039 per $1000 rate limit 4.2039 per $1000 rate limit 4.2039 per $1000 to Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office. Local Option Levy To: For more information on this sale Levy For General Obligation Bonds UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DE- go to:https://oregonsheriffs.org/ VISEES OF HARRIETT JAC- S TATE ME NT OF INDE B TE DNE S S Tim Svenson, SHERIFF LONG TERM DEBT Estimated Debt Outstanding Estimated Debt Authorized, But QUELYN WOLFF; UNKNOWN Yamhill County, Oregon on July 1, 2021 Not Incurred on July 1 HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF General Obligation Bonds By: Candice Bernard/Civil Dep- Other Bonds LARRY FREDRICK WOLFF uty Other Borrowings $1,621,514 none and ALL OCCUPANTS OF THE NR Published May 14, 21, 28, Total PROPERTY June 4, 2021

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A public meeting of the __Yamhill OSU Extension Service District will be held on June 17, 2021 at 9:45 am via Zoom at Mee�ng ID: 971 6482 4373 Passcode: 621224; or phone on One tap mobile +12532158782,,97164824373#,,,,*621224# US (Tacoma) +13462487799,,97164824373#,,,,*621224# US (Houston). The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2021 as approved by the Yamhill Extension Service District Budget Committee. A summary of the budget is presented below. A copy of the budget may be inspected or obtained at 2050 NE Lafayette Ave. , between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3p.m. or online at extension.oregonstate.edu/yamhill. This budget is for an annual budget period. This budget was prepared on a basis of accounting that is the same as the preceding year. If different, the major changes and their effect on the budget are: NONE.

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FINANC IAL S UMMAR Y - R E S OUR C E S TOTAL OF AL L FUNDS Actual Amount Adopted Budget Approved Budget 2019-2020 This Year 2020-21 Next Year 2021-2022 Beginning Fund Balance/Net Working Capital 84,826 85,893 76,526 Fees, Licenses, Permits, Fines, Assessments & Other Service Charges Federal, State and all Other Grants, Gifts, Allocations and Donations Revenue from Bonds and Other Debt Interfund Transfers / Internal Service Reimbursements All Other Resources Except Current Year Property Taxes 3,797 13,514 15,756 Current Year Property Taxes Estimated to be Received 418,145 422,192 442,675 Total R es ources 506,768 521,599 534,957

FINANC IAL S UMMAR Y - R E QUIR E ME NTS B Y OB J E C T C L AS S IFIC ATION Personnel Services Materials and Services 420,580 449,685 469,556 Capital Outlay Debt Service Interfund Transfers Contingencies Special Payments Unappropriated Ending Balance and Reserved for Future Expenditure 86,188 71,914 65,401 Total R equirements 506,768 521,599 534,957

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Make a tiny story book and read it to a friend or little sister or brother!

1. Number each 2. Match the 3. Paste each set of 4. Draw a cover and part of the words with the matching words and staple the pages story and each pictures in the picture on a small together to make picture in correct order. piece of construction a tiny book. order. Cut paper to make nine them all out. individual pages.

The other animals One morning, Tiger saw thought the stripes his big, strong friend, looked funny. Even Water Buffalo, pulling a today Tiger hides in the plow in a field. shadows. And he is still searching for wisdom. A man was telling Water Buffalo what to do.

Tiger realized that Long ago, Tiger was he’d been tricked. He was one of the proudest furious as he pulled and animals in the jungle. clawed until he broke free He was proud of his of the ropes at last. But all long fangs, his sharp that struggling had burned claws and his beautiful stripes into his beautiful golden fur. golden fur!

Tiger wanted Tiger asked Water wisdom very badly, so he Buffalo, “Why do you agreed to be tied to the listen to that strange little tree. Then the man left animal? He has no with his goats. Tiger claws or fangs or waited and waited. He even beautiful waited for a day. But the golden fur.” man never came back.

The man said, The next morning, “Wait here. I will go Tiger saw the man home and get wisdom walking home with his for you. But first, herd of goats. “STOP!” please let me tie you to Tiger roared. “Give me this tree so that you your wisdom or I will don’t eat my goats.” eat you!”

Water Buffalo replied, “Tiger, that animal is a human. He does not Which character in this need claws or fangs. folktale was wise? Why do Humans have wisdom.” Wisdom Words you think that? Talk about it Think of a phrase that Tiger thought to himself, you think is wise. For with a family member. “Wow! I must get example, “Treat others wisdom!” as you would want people to treat you.” Look through the Children are born curious. newspaper to find and From their earliest days, sensory exploration What is a folktale? cut out the words that brings delight and wonder. New discoveries How Tiger Got Its Stripes is a folktale from Vietnam. make this sentence. Glue expand their minds. When they unlock the Folktales are stories that get passed from generation joy of reading, their world widens further. the words onto a piece of Magic happens. to generation. They can change as different people paper to remind you of tell them over time. As such, they are created by this piece of wisdom. Kid Scoop opens the doors of discovery “the folk,” or the people. Long ago, these tales were for elementary school children by providing spoken and never written down. Standards Link: Research: Use the interactive, engaging and relevant newspaper to locate information. age-appropriate materials designed to awaken the magic of reading at school, at home, and throughout their lives. For more information about our literacy FOLKTALE non-profit, visit kidscoopnews.org SHADOWS VIETNAM S O S W A L C E A R BUFFALO STRIPES E L C R A H I S N S L A U G O T E F O P WISDOM This week’s word: Fill in the missing vowels to SPOKEN discover the names of other A F G W R P E W T O WISDOM TIGER folktales you probably have T F O T I G E R A K The noun wisdom means read or heard. WATER the ability and quality of U A R I S E S L ROPES K E having knowledge. GOATS L B T S D E D O E N Kayla gained wisdom from CLAWS O S S S H A D O W S reading many books. TREE F M V I E T N A M S Try to use the word wisdom Have you read these? If not, look for them at your local library. Have a family TALE in a sentence today when folktale theater night! Make puppets of the characters and perform a show FUR Standards Link: Letter sequencing. Recognize identical talking with your friends of the folktale, or just act out the parts with your family members. words. Skim and scan reading. Recall spelling patterns. and family members.

Good News Headline Read newspaper headlines to see how they are written. Think of some good news you would like to see as a headline. Write a headline for What is your favorite one or more good news articles. animal? Write three facts and three opinions about Standards Link: Research: Use the newspaper to locate information. your favorite animal. The News-Register is pleased to promote literacy and learning in our community.

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